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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1901
Page
2
The Sierra County Advocate is entered at the Mont Gillie Milleboro Rivera Uo New Mevlin for transmission through the US Mail. A second close waite is noted.
A Santa Fe New Mexican excerpt attacks gold standard supporters while praising mineral prospects in Sierra County New Mexico. It defends Jobo Hayes Hammond and Lake Valley mines, contrasts silver era prosperity with modern decline, and denounces the Republican gold standard influencing mining fortunes and local towns.
The article cites Section 260 obligating every county school superintendent to ensure children are vaccinated against smallpox. It requires teachers to verify vaccination, prohibits unvaccinated children from attending school, and declares penalties for noncompliance. Arrests and fines are prescribed, with costs drawn from the district school fund. Vaccination costs may be paid by parents if able. otherwise by boards of education from school funds.
The surveyor general Vance is condemned by Sierra County residents who say the matter has been known for twenty years. The article portrays broad public outrage and accuses the inquiry of being a black propaganda cover.
An 19th century style ad extols Dr Pierce’s Golden Radical Discovery for stomach and digestion ailments. Claims include curing dyspepsia and related disorders permanently, with emphasis on health of digestion and vigor. Also mentions Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets for constipation and a testimonial fragment.
Feint and misreadings color a New Mexico dispatch as readers face troubled names and incomplete details. The report hints at ongoing troubles for Jobo Ball, Boer activity, and British actions in Ching, while crop destruction in Texas counties threatens starving residents. Mrs Zinn Young widow of Brigham Young is reported dead.
A garbled late entry reports Fairview residents Cherie and Hourn at a ferry when floodwater rose above four feet over the riverbank. The account recalls a stagnant period and a day of deliberation, mentioning Mr. Hourn amid the confusion.
Gause of Socorro completes five ore locations on Hiack Knife group and forms a strong supper claims unit. A buskeeper takes vacation at Hearn’s. Hearn and partner had Colorado ties. J D Charlier visits Fairview. Mine Fan Anderson visits Chiurite. The Terry Brow of Socorro returns to work near the Silver Monument. WM Armour ships over three tons of ore from Vanderbilt. expected value about 8400 per ton. A party heads to the Blind Movement mine on Chortle Creek with A Porter and others. Balrview honors Nebpawson Hilaire with a gathering. work continues toward mill equipment in Denver. Ongoing ore work and mill preparations noted among local crews.
A Ben Nettaville, S C resident reports dramatic recovery from Dyepepeit symptoms of liver distress using Electric Kitters. After four bottles the patient regained strength and appetite, stating the remedy restored health and eased stomach trouble. Two Mexican men near Fierro perished after lying drunk on a railroad track and were struck by a passing train.
Local health notice claims Mrs Po Whither suffered chronic bronchial trouble for years and improved after using Dr King s New Discovery. The ad says the remedy cured her and her granddaughter of severe coughs and bronchitis. A free trial bottle offer is advertised at Miller s Drug Store with testimonies and a mild endorsement of efficacy.
An old advert mentions Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co, claiming mercury content dangers and urging genuine product purchase. The item notes Captain Bert Gilbert of the United States Artillery returning to Silver City to visit his parents, now stationed at West Point but briefly in Dillus, Texas on recruiting service.
Health laws require daily bowel movement and note penalties for violation in pilea. Message urges keeping bowels regular with a dose of Cham berlain's Stomach and Liver Liver.
Grant county school apportionments total 5 641 2 dollars with 3 130 school age children in the county, pro rata 1 80 per pupil. Lee Terry of Socorro heads to Chloride to oversee the New Era mine for months. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets promoted by local druggists. J J Porter visits the western county ranges returning from Denver. A humorous note from Kana editor about social observations ends with a quirky bet involving ladies and nickels. Philippine soldier returns to Lug Vega to find his wife with a six month old baby. scientists may ponder long distance transmission of life elixir.
Ad copy describing the trademark light blue enameled Cascarets box with a tail C symbol stamped on each tablet. Warns against bulk sales and notes availability from druggists. Counted as a vintage product label brief.
The Treasurer of Sierra County New Mexico gives notice to bondholders that payment will be made on bonds including Bond No 1 81 000100 1 Fineting Bend 1880 and Bond of 1889 to cover interest Thirty days after completion of the date dated Hillboro New Mexico Aug 2 1880. John C PlemMONS Treasurer.
Fragmented public notice from the Department of Interior outlines Forest Lied Selection No. Department. It references eligibility, filing dates, and the Commissioner of General Land Office without clear specifics.
United States Land Office notices Coney T Brown applies for the Great Southwest Lode Keystone Group in Sierra County New Mexico. The Keystone Lode claim covers portions of the Southwest Quarter of Section 2 Township 10 South Range 11 West and lists measurements, corner markers, porphyry stones, and vein directions. First publication June 21 1901.
The Third Judicial District Court convenes in Sierra County on the fourth Mondays in May and November. Judge F W Parker presiding. Officials listed include commissioners Duran and Liewellyn, clerk Rae, and superintendent Given.
Ad for a book and newsletter from Century Publishing Co offering a guide titled 40 Money Making Ideas. Promises 6 legitimate mail order ideas and instructions to start and run them successfully. Include offer to send book and a monthly journal for a year upon payment. Box 73 Heron Lake Minn.
An old practitioner touts a universal remedy for catarrh called Snowpules or Guess the Catarrh Cure. It claims to reach the disease, stop discharges, and cure inflammation. Sold for one dollar with full internal and external medicines, prepaid by Edwin B. Giles & Company of Philadelphia.
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