Carpetbagger critique blends politics and hypocrisy
The piece attacks a politically active figure described as a hypocrite who uses religion as a cloak for illicit business. It accuses him of whiskey selling, tax dodging, and manipulation of church influence, while noting alliances with other corrupt figures and eventual disappearance with wealth. It also mentions local notices and a recipe note from a magazine.
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Inquiry into Mr Braiden’s Record Sparks Public Interest
The Chronicle invites signed communications about W A Braiden’s character and history. It recalls 1902 when Molletta ran for district attorney in the Sixth district and was ousted by voters. A Durango editor calls Dave Day an office seeker lacking decency or achievement.
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Durango
Chameleon Bill and the Teller Conejos County Scene
The column rails at Pfeifer from Cripple Creek as a reform target allied with Braiden to inspect county records in Conejos. It recalls past Teller county power and a divorce case linked to a sheriff, suggesting political scheming and public distrust of local officials.
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Pettifoyving Molletta
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Teller County
Elect County
W. A. Braiden
Conejos
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