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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1906
Page
2
The notice discusses subscription terms strictly in advance, dated Saturday August 15, 106, noting public discontent with President Roosevelt taking actions Democrats long sought but failed to accomplish.
A Mogollon edition from Tu Stleet City Enterprise is lauded as an exceedingly fine specimen of the publisher's art, highlighting quality printing and presentation in a regional issue.
The Tur Republican congressional campaign committee asks for one dollar contributions, drawing strong approval and enthusiastic response from supporters and volunteers across the district.
The British press labeled Mr Bryan as the American Gladstone while a commentator suggested that Mr Gladstone has died, reflecting a sharp take on contemporary political figures and rumors.
On September 12 at Santa Fe the Democratic territorial convention will nominate the candidate Hon. W TH Andrews intends to send to the political boneyard.
A man struck dead by lightning in Magdalena Tuesday is described, and observers note the remark that lightning will not strike him again in the same place, reflecting local sentiment about fate and superstition surrounding the event.
Observation notes a surge of leading Socorro County Democrats joining the Republican fold. Analyst predicts a GOP majority in the county this fall strong enough to oust Democratic office seekers and end their hopes.
Mayor Breau continues street upgrades along the pliant and upper Manzanares avenue. Once the new material is adequately wet and compacted, Socorro will smooth out streets, and there will be no need to apologize for conditions.
Hon Wo HL Andrews declares his bid for renomination as delegate to Congress. He expects to be renomined and reelected, aiming to further distinguish Mexico’s people in the sixtieth Congress beyond his fifteenth district term.
The present writing notes that charges against Commissioner Eduardo Jaramillo Sheriff Lean dro Baca and Treasurer Jose Epitacio Torres appear weak to most, with some people suggesting the charges lack weight even with one supporter.
SuveRAL of the northern towns of the territory argue over summer climate but overlook Socorro. The text claims Socorro possesses the most desirable climate the whole year, contrasting with rival towns and exposing their ignorance of regional conditions.
Discussion of the joint statehood question continues but in New Mexico the debate lacks spirit. It remains accepted as a fact that New Mexico will give a large majority in favor of joint statehood.
The record notes Hox A Richardson of Roswell as a Democratic candidate for congressional delegate who opposes joint statehood. It cites the Democratic territorial central committee backing joint selection and predicts broad Republican support for statehood, alongside silver policy sparks from the administration’s bullion call.
A jumble of opinions praises current U S senators versus historical figures while critiquing their actions, an odd mix of medical ads for Chamberlain remedies, and light quips. It includes endorsements for Chamberlain’s Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and references to Rev Stockland, Macaulay, Lt Kings New Life Pills, and a local druggist.
A collage of science fantasy on interstellar travel with a penny per hundred miles fare to Centauri and a 48 million year travel time, plus brief notes on Dr King s New Discovery for respiratory illnesses, a street stunt by Reckless Russell at the Territorial Fair, and a quip on gendered aging roles.
J Z McLaughlin reports from White Oaks that water was found in large quantities at 1300 feet in the Old Abe mine causing some trouble, though operators expect to cope. Much low grade ore remains. White Oaks appears quiet with many fine homes vacant. Albuquerque fair features balloon race with a man, a woman and a monkey in a four day run September 17 22.
An advertisement claims Diarrhoea Remedy relieves colic and diarrhoea before a doctor arrives, with a note it never failed in severe cases. It also mentions Bucklen's Arnica Salve curing Hamm after piles and praises the salve for burns and wounds, sold by Socorro Drug and Supply Co at 25 cents.
A brief, humorous exchange about a suspicious egg critiques Gladys and Auntie Nonsense. The dialogue notes the egg was laid yesterday and suggests a bad hen. The fragment mentions Wink Jers and a subscription to The Chieftain.
In a fragile notice two deaths follow by hours as a man from Bear Grove Indiana credits Electric Bitters for curing kidney trouble and general debility. The ad touts Electric Bitters as a cure for stomach liver and kidney complaints and related ailments, priced 50 cents. The 26th Territorial Fair motto proclaims a broad New Mexico participation at Albuquerque September 17 to 22, inviting all to attend.
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