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Newspaper

The Socorro Chieftain

Location

Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1907

Page

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Mrs Peralta Shoots To Save Daughter's Honor

In Socorro county at San Antonio near Severre a 60s to 70s woman shot Buckshot at a youth near her daughter's window striking Jose de Jesus Padilla a fourteen year old who died at one o'clock Wednesday morning. Peralta was jailed after a preliminary hearing pled defense of her daughter's honor and tearfully mourned Padilla's death.

Socorro County San Antonio Severre Teofila Valenzuela de Alta Jose de Jesus Padilla Peralta Gonzales Terrero Lopez Padilla Socorro

Socorro Beats Magdalena In Amateur Baseball Shootout

A crowd of 101 attended a Sunday morning game at Socorro where Magdalena fell to Socorro 20 to 14. Albuquerque Geronimos pitcher Riley Edwards wowed early, then hurt Magdalena with his curves after Magdalena’s catcher struggled. Tomorrow fans are urged to return for a San Marcial rematch, promising another lively amateur clash with Socorro seeking another win.

Socorro Station Socorro Riley Edwards Albuquerque Geronimos Magdalna Socorros Magdalena Edwards

Presbyterian Church August Fourth Appointments

Presbyterian Church outlines August fourth schedule with 10 am Bible study for all ages, 11 am sermon, and 8 pm on James 1 5. Bible readings cover Exodus Leviticus Numbers and a plan to connect former Christman Endeavor Epworth League workers in Socorro for ongoing outreach. Bible Society acknowledges a $6 offering to send Bibles abroad.

God Chistman Epworth League Young Peoples Baptist Union Socorro The Bible Society

Peaches From Carlsbak Orchard Gift To Local Couple

Mr and Mrs George Sickles received a box of fine peaches this week from Mrs B L Walker sister of Mrs Sickles Her sister lives near Carlsbak The peaches are second crop from the orchard They are yellow freestone juicy rich flavored and large weighing almost half a pound each

George Sickles Sickles B. L. Walker Carls Bak

Gilletts Praise Hot Springs Health and Visit

Mr and Mrs E Gillett of Arkansas Hot Springs write friends in the city that they are enjoying good health and consider Hot Springs among the finest places they have visited since leaving Socorro six years ago.

Socorro County Fair Association organized in Socorro

The Socorro County Fair Association was formed at a Monday meeting in the Socorro Hose Company hall. Aniceto C. Abeytia was elected president, with George B. Cook secretary and A. C. Torres interpreter. bylaws set capital stock at 1500 dollars and goals to unite county residents and boost local business. The park grounds cleared, fence erected, and opening slated for September 25 26 30 with a county fair featuring racing and events. The Duke City Albuquerque has signaled reciprocity, and a boost song extols the fair and its communities.

Socorro County Aniceto C. Abeytia George BR. Cook A.C. Torres W. E. Martin Th Jaws Ton. Aniceto C. Abeytia Score Conrado A. Baca A. C. Torres Savage Estevan Baca Meliton ‘Torres A. Mayer Abeytia George EB. Cook John EB. Griffith Jose Epitacio Torres E. H. Sweet A.winkler Abran Abeyta W. TT. Til J. J. Leeson Socorro County Fair Association Albuquerque

Curry meets Roosevelt at Sagamore Hill on New Mexico plan

Captain George Curry was summoned to Sagamore Hill on July 31 where President Roosevelt discussed the New Mexico situation. Curry said he would appoint good officials regardless of party, aiming for clean government and noting none of his alliances. Roosevelt also summoned Judge Rodey and Chief Justice Kent to Sagamore Hill for luncheon.

George Curry Sagamore Hill Roosevelt Curry Lama Roosevelt Taft New Mexico Republican Party Rodey Oyster Bay Kent Arizona

Lightning Kills Forty Five Sheep in Western Socorro County

A single lightning strike on July 22 killed forty five sheep and shocked two herders at a western Socorro county camp. The event occurred as rain started, animals crowded together, and the bolt jumped between sheep. Hon. Solomon Luna reports the range conditions are favorable despite recent storms and a strong year ahead for sheep and cattlemen. Misses Fitch and Terry traveled to Water Canon for a month, and Bob Collins returned to Newcomb, Collins & Company after illness.

Solomon Luna Socorry Socorro County Mr. Luna

Belen Cut‑Off Ready Soon To Change Santa Fe Route

Plans show the Eastern Railroad of New Mexico known as the Helen cut‑off to be turned over to Santa Fe operating department by mid August. The 268 mile link from Puerta de Cueba to the Texas border will divert transcontinental Santa Fe traffic from La Junta to the Panhandle route via Amarillo, with freight moved immediately and passenger use possible after months.

Socorro Cross Life Amarillo Texas Eastern Railroad of New Mexico The Santa Fe la Junta Texas Panhandle Belen Puerve N. Moo Texass New Mexico Pecos Valley New Texico Florence Kan

Very Fair About the Fair in Socorro County

The Albuquerque Citizen applauds Socorro county’s September fair and bets it will be a winner with strong local support. It notes an Albuquerque visitor excursion and urges Albuquerque residents to patronize the event. The piece also reports concerns about dove shooting near Socorro and the impact on residents, plus brief local notes on Allaire of San Antonio and Jose Epitacio Torres heading to his ranch, with Torres yet to return.

Albuquerque Socorro County Albuquere Sue Socorro Allaire San Antonio Secorty Antonio New Mexico Jose Epitacio Torres San Mateos Mr. Torres

Arrivals and Wool Sale Highlight Socorro News

Hon H Hursum arrived at his Socorro home Thursday morning. Mr Barsum has sold his spring clip of wool totaling 150000 pounds, shipped from San Antonio to the scouring mills.

H. Hursum Socorro Barsum San Antonio

Inauguration Plans for New Mexico Governor

Washington dispatch dated August 1 reports Governor Lee Curry's arrival from Oyster Bay and a swift trip to Santa Fe for inauguration on August 7. Delegate Andrews accompanies Curry then heads to Mexico. The event includes a parade, a ball at the hotel, and public access with a $5 admission for couples, under Chief Justice Mills and territorial officials.

Ress Washington Lee Curry Oyster Bay Lewells Rowell New Meare Gorge Newton Wansis Santa Fe New Mexico Mexico Enten Kansas Ducey Santa Pe New Mexican Annals of New Mexi Curry House of Representatives Capitol Building William J. Mills Territorial Supreme Court State House Thei © Hotel

Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised with testimonials

An old advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure offering a reward for an incurable catarrh case. It includes endorsements from Wanming Kinnan Marvin and Rev. Bo Meeker, mentions product pricing, wholesale druggists in Toledo, and sales of Wall's family pills.

Hall I. J. Cumenny & Co Toledo F. J. Cheney Wanming, Kinnan & Marvin, Wholessle Deuggists

Superintendent Ortesta Tours Northern Precincts on Official Duty

Superintendent D A Ortesta has spent most of this week in the northern valley precincts on official business. An assortment of fancy stationery is featured at the Chieftain flies.

D. A. Ortesta

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San Marcial SAN Marcial V8 Presbyterian Church Belen San Antonio Carthage Kelly Capt. Curry Saga Anne W. Fitch Mary Fitch Helen Terry Water Canon Bob Collins Newcomb, Collins & Company's Paw Wanger Roswell Andrews Captain Curry Bo Co Meeker
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