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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1916
Page
2
Fragmented OCR items recount a political scene with references to candidates and parties, noting figures like Mr Tursim and Me in a state race. The text includes a Washington quotation about state reputations and Wilson’s perceived unpatriotic criticism, plus New Jersey voter sentiment and party dynamics. Abstracted, it sketches a tense campaign era with personal and partisan stakes.
The article discusses the Mine Tax Law, praising its impact on limiting mine production and boosting state revenue. It cites figures from Grant and Socorro counties showing tax increases, notes Governor McDonald’s tax commission, and contrasts efficiency with opposition rhetoric while highlighting politicians and business figures shaping the state’s fiscal policy.
The piece critiques Democratic use of workers and bill boards to influence voters in Las Cruces, noting opposition claims that campaigns rely on newspapers and residence visits to spread advertising. It cites the Citizens as summarizing the tactics and questions their effectiveness.
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