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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1902
Page
2
The Sierra County Advocate operates as the official paper of Blorrs County. It lists subscription rates for one year six months three months and one month and notes mailing via post office Hilielaro Sierra County New Merion, with classification as second class mail.
The omnibus statehood bill merges the three origin al New Mexico Arizona and Oklahoma measures. It sets New Mexico at 11 convention delegates with county allocations, schedules elect ions on a fixed Tuesday after passage, requires a Santa Fe convention seating, cites guarantees on race and religious toleration and public lands, and authorizes district and federal courts plus $30,000 for the convention.
The May 8 1871 treaty between Britain and the United States requires neutrals to prevent belligerent use of ports and waters for military supplies and recruitment. The British camp near New Orleans with horse shipments and men recruitment appears to violate neutrality. The piece notes debates on what constitutes military expeditions and cites costs of the Philippine war and exports per capita as part of a broader discussion.
An advertisement-like fragment touts Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discover as a cure for stomach trouble and indigestion caused by poor food. It claims improved digestion and kidney function, promising health benefits and offering a free Common Sense Medical Adviser with postage.
A woman recounts her three children recovering from whooping cough after using Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, noting a healthier outcome than others who did not use it. An unnamed girl pleads for cough syrup, and a user praises Chamberlain’s Pain Balm for sciatic rheumatism. A newly invented machine strips and depths corn stalks.
Fragmentary prose contrasts law of life with imperial wars in the Philippines and South Africa. It claims instant death of Pelee victims is merciful compared to American water cures and British pig sticking. Mentions extinct dodo and a Pon Funston dodo as a quirky aside.
One hundred dollar reward offered for a cure of catarrh that Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot achieve. F J Cheney & Co Toledo endorse the product and guarantee obligations. Advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally with price 75 cents per bottle and boasts testimonials and Hall's Family Pills as superior.
Hetty Green obtained a license to carry a gun and paid 62.50 for it. The article notes uncertainty whether she uses a modern Measer or an old style mauser loader. It mentions pursuit of Russell Mage and suggests the old fashioned gun might suit him better.
A six article note explains that patients rarely follow hygiene or diet advice, leaving doctors with limited drug options. For chronic constipation, Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are recommended as gentle, natural aids. Sold by Cee T Miller in Lawton Oklahoma, a city of about 7 000 with a six month old population figure.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Cas carets and Candy Cathartic product line repairing digestion liver and bowels. References Mont Palos stag and laws of abiesped C. C. C. never sold file to disaster. States druggists carry 100 units.
A testimonial from H R Poeun of Plymouth Oklahoma praises Chauberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, noting five bottles restored threshers who could not work. The ad urges keeping a bottle at home and mentions Geo T Miller as the seller. Also reports a perfected cotton picking machine claimed to outperform fifty men in a day.
An old ad claims a single day cure for colds using Laxative BromoQuinine tablets. It promises a refund if ineffective and features bold typography and the price listed as 250. The wording imitates early 20th century patent remedy marketing with product names and cursive style.
Patent medicine claim promises to stop the cough and cure the cold in one day with Browo Quinine Tablets. Advertises “No cure, no pay” and a price of 25 cents.
Notice to bondholders that the treasurer of Sierra County New Mexico will pay on presentation at specified offices in Hillabro New York and other cities the six percent current expense bonds dated July 1 1880 and the six percent funding bonds dated July 1 1890 with total face values listed. Interest on war bonds will commence June 1 1902. Dated April 25 1908. Includes a separate classified line for real estate ad: house and two lots for $150 cash.
Advertisement notes a well equipped blacksmith shop with tools and stock for rent on favorable terms. Signed A. J. Binscu with date April 8 in Hillsboro, MM.
Fragmentary OCR notes show Joseph M Bombs and Lewellya connected to a district attorney nomination in New Mexico with references to a court record and judicial district awaiting formal action in the state.
United States Land Office announces mineral patent applications for the Denver Group in Sierra County and the Silent Friend Lode in Black Mining District. Claims describe corner origins, vein and lode bearings, distances, and plot details, with notices of location and neighboring claims listed, first published Feb. 28, 1902.
Administrators notice informs all concerned that in the May Term of the Probate Court held in Hilinhoro Slermm Territory of New Mexico on the ih day of May AD 1g the undersigned was appointed administrator of the estate of Meaty . stevvrling deceased. all persons having claims against the estate must present them as required by law. First publication May 9 1908.
A terse note reports Korea power and boiler systems are in running order and available at the office. Also mentions fall sateen address with initials BE Hopkins Arrey NM.
An advertisement touts Cascarets Candy Cathartic offering quick health benefits including brighter eyes and perfect health. It claims genuine tablets stamped C C C are available at druggists for 10 cents each and excludes bulk sales.
Notice is given in the Probate Court of Sierra County New Meteo of the matter of Fred Price deceased. Claimants and interested parties are notified to present accountings, objections, and claims regarding the administration and bond of the estate. The first publication dated May 9 with proceedings continuing through July 7.
Public legal notices issued in the Third Judicial District of New Mexico Territory, informing defendants Leysar and Louis Block of a foreclosure suit by Will M. Robins over the El Dorado Mine in Sierra County. The Florus Lode mining claim also prompts co-owners Julius Wild to demand cost-sharing for labor and improvements, with a ninety day deadline after publication for payments.
Notice to Roy F Wrigley and George L Pisher in Sierra County Territory of New Mexico about forfeiture of mining claims under 2584 RTS. Requires payment within specified days, failure triggers action by the undersigned under law. Publication dated 14 1903.
Fragmentary OCR lists individuals and titles including Crempin Aragon James Keay and various county roles such as Probate Judge Charles C Hall and Probate Clerk J Prcminons with references to district attorney and sheriff. Names appear garbled with unclear jurisdictions and dates.
Fourth Mondays in May and November the Sierra County Third Judicial District Court convenes with Judge F W Parker presiding. Sunday train service on the Lake Valley branch is discontinued, with daily trains except Sunday, per agent G A Hattock.
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