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Newspaper
Free Lance
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1889
Page
2
The piece asserts a substantial citizen penned rebuke to a loud detractor in the press. It notes Thomas Ewine Sherman received final priesthood orders in Philadelphia with Archbishop Ryan presiding. The issue teases a broader critique of The Peer Lance and hints at related commentary within.
Hem D. Miller, cashier of the Malta National Bank in Malta Ohio, has gone to join American bank cashiers in Canada. A shortage in his accounts totals at least 50 000 dollars. Before leaving he confessed and turned over his property and 10 000 dollars stock in the bank to his bondsmen. Excess speculation is cited as the motive for his abrupt departure.
A Rocky Mountain News column notes that Denver’s imperative needs include a plentiful water supply while another piece lists sun shine pure air and pure water as Denver’s chief attractions. The passage mocks editors for being less knowledgeable about water topics yet engaging readers with style.
The recent blaze in Du rango Colorado left many homeless and penniless but the city refused outside aid, opting to fund recovery locally. Officials predict rapid rebuilding with brick structures, turning the disaster into a future blessing.
The county board will publish its proceedings by lowest bid and notify city newspapers of the bid receipt. No advertisement is required, each newspaper office in the city may be visited in fifteen minutes. Taxes may benefit from the experiment with bilingual printing if separate bids are requested.
Senator J Donanp Cameron announces he is tired of politics and will not run again. The piece laments his lineage and questions merit, accusing him of relying on his father’s name and wealth while serving as a U S senator from Pennsylvania.
The Free Lance critiques Democratic management from 1872 to the 1880s, arguing that poor leadership ruined chances for victory. It cites Greeley’s nomination, Hayes’ disputed win, Cleveland’s tariff strategy, and state campaign errors, urging New Mexico Democrats to face consequences boldly.
A New York Sun correspondent warns that strong spirits irritate the stomach and brain, weakening the will. He claims a cheap cure using tincture of Peruvian bark, a diluted distillation of quinine, to destroy the craving within days. The piece notes mixed public reaction and mocks common drinkers.
The piece defends mining value in southern Santa Fe County, noting owners’ reticence and media distortions. It cites Cerrillos Dolores Golden San Pedro mines as highly valuable, rejects coverage from a satirical paper, and previews forthcoming reports by trusted field representatives. It also parodies a political jab at H A W Tabor and contrasts it with Civil War campaigns.
General Sherman urged President Harrison to retain General Joseph J. Johnston as railroad commissioner noting his honest capable service and nonpartisan stance. Harrison, pressured by Senator Spooner, dismissed Johnston and named Hod Taylor, a Wisconsin political figure with limited acclaim. The incident is framed as a critique of civil service reform.
The former Union general and Grant era New Mexico governor General W. A. Pyle died in Los Angeles after a career noted for battlefield gallantry and high rank. A local Republican paper accuses him posthumously of vandalism as governor, criticizing alleged mutilation of public records.
After the clash Kitrain vomited a greenish substance. A careful analysis shows the substance to be common grass de voured by Jake while sliding on his belly to avoid Sullivan’s sledge hammer blows.
Fragmentary notice discusses Republicans and a claim they seek control of an unnamed entity. No clear events, dates, or institutions are readable. The item lacks sufficient detail to identify people or organizations beyond generic parties.
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