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Newspaper

The Socorro Chieftain

Location

Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1907

Page

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Traylor Engineering Company Certificate Filed in New Mexico

The Terri tory of New Mexico Office of the Secretary certifies that Traylor Engineering Company, No 5277, filed for record at 10 a m December 28 1907. It details capital stock of 600 000 dollars, issued 5000 shares, and business powers including manufacturing building materials mining land ownership patent rights and contracting. Notary Anton Marek attested, with agent James G Fitch in Socorro.ENDORSED.

Territory of New Mexico Nathan Jaffa Traylor Engineering Company Territory New Mexico Santa Fe Nathan Jarra New York United States Terry Block City of Socorro County of James G. Fitch S: Traylor Engineering Company Samuel W. Traylor State of Anton Marek Notary Public Socorro County Cor. Reed Vol Traylor — Engineering Company Nathan Jarva

Reward offer and catarrh cure ad blob

An advertisement promises a one hundred dollar reward for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It includes endorsements from Toledo druggists Wa Alpin g and Marvin, a price of 75c per bottle, and a note on internal use. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation and a report of antelope seen near the Santa Fe track in New Mexico.

Hall F. J. Carney & Co Toledo F. J. Cheney Waalping, Kinnan & Marvin Toledo, CO Curry Pecos Valley Albuquerque Santa Fe Willard Vaughn New Mexico

Bill in Congress Suspends 1907 Mining Claim Labor

A proposed act in the United States Congress seeks to suspend the 1870s requirement of yearly labor worth at least one hundred dollars on mining claims located after May 10 1870 until patent is issued. The holder must file notice by December 31 1907 signaling intent to hold and work the claim, with the act effective upon passage.

Congress United States Senate House of Representatives United States of America

Fullerton Mistaken for Bryan in Albuquerque

Cattleman John F. Fullerton of Socorro county, visiting Albuquerque, was approached on West Central Avenue by a traveling man who mistook him for William J. Bryan and pressed him for political views. Fullerton corrected the error and the man quietly departed.

John F. Fullerton Socorro County Albuquerque William J. Bryan Fullerton Wig West Central Avenue New Mexico Bryan St. Louis Mr. Fullerton

Magdalena Couple Weds in Albuquerque Christmas Day

C Medley and Miss May Field of Magdalena were married in Albuquerque on Christmas Day by Rev J C Rollins, Methodist pastor. The bride travelled from southern California that morning. Both families are well known in the county and receive many good wishes.

Albuquerque C. Medley Miss May Field Magdalena J. C. Rolins Methodist Church California

New Surveyor General Appointed in New Mexico

John W. March of Estancia was named surveyor general of New Mexico after recommendations from Governor Curry and national party leaders including Delegate Andrews, Chairman Bursum, and Solomon Luna.

John W. March Estancia New Mexico Curry Andrews Bursum Republican Central Committee Solomon Luna

Slaughter of Deer Alleges Indian Poaching Near Z Bar B

Edward Farr of the Z Bar B ranch sixty miles west of Magdalena claims Indians have killed at least 500 deer around his ranch in recent months. He says government action is needed to stop the slaughter or locals may retaliate next season, describing bands in canyons and hunting camps targeting deer for skins and saddles.

Edward Farr Z Bar Magdalena Albuqueque

Feuding Hillsboro Hit by Series of Robberies

Hillsboro reports a surge of petty robberies in town and nearby areas. Over the past week thieves stole beef from the Johnsons, bottles from a saloon, cash from homes, and a sack of flour, sparking citizen indignation and talk of strong measures.

Hillsboro C. P. Johnson Johnson House White House Happy Flat

The Hose Company's Ball at Socorro Opera House

The Socorro Hose Company No 1 held its annual masquerade ball on Christmas evening. The crowd filled the opera house and revelry continued into the small hours. Anton Mayer contributed $51 50 to the treasury and December pensions were granted to John Greenwald Henry W Boutwell and W A Cozine of Socorro. Studebaker wagons advertised by Geo E Cook.

Socorro Hose Company No Anton Mayer Treasury Met New Mexico W. H. Andrews John Greenwald Henry W. Boutwell W. A. Cozine Socorro

Prospectors gold finds and county marriage notices in Sierra County

A Sierra County Advocate report highlights W C Brooks displaying gold specimens and copper ore with six claims in Black Range near Palomas. His family traveled south after talks of $700 in a single day. The issue also lists numerous marriage licenses across San Marcial Mogollon and Socorro areas and notes Santa Fe president Ripley’s cautious financial view.

W.C. Brooks Sierra County Brooks Black Range North Palomas E. H. Sweet Roger W. Letts el Paso Texas Laura E. Scott San Marcial Thomas B. Dillon Susan F. Kerr Mogollon Teofilo Cordova Crueila Apodaca Socorro Fred Hanna Gertie Mossman J. K.P. May Jenny Schneider Blue Arizona Manuel Silva Adelfina Valenzuela Luberto Chavez Ursula Marques Magdalena Jesus Ma. Montoya Tomasa Mireles Los Ranchos de la Joya Ramon Chavez Y B Adelaida Chavez Y Aragon San Acasio Thomas Benton Satashite Minnie Emer Wilty Socorro County

Mrs Joseph Eaton Dies in El Paso Death

Mrs Joseph Eaton of Socorro died suddenly in El Paso while chatting with fourteen relatives. Cause was rheumatism of the heart. Funeral held in El Paso Episcopal church with Order of the Eastern Star services. Col ER Eaton attended and noted the lavish floral tributes. The bereaved family retains strong sympathy from Socorro friends.

Socorro Joseph Eaton el Paso

Governor Curry Names Railston to Cattle Sanitary Board

Governor Curry announced Cole Railston of this county as a member of New Mexico Cattle Sanitary Board. Railston succeeds Capt. B. E. Austin, who resigns to become secretary. Railston is a longtime cattleman and old friend of the governor, sharing pioneer days.

Curry Cole Railston New Mexico Cattle Sanitary Board Mr. Railston BE. G. Austin

Gold mining in Gold Gulch eyed by Fay Jones group

The Silver City Independent reports Fayette A. Jones C. E. and M. E. and associates plan to open and work Gold Gulch placer deposits, a Thompson's canyon tributary, citing long known paying gold and water deficit as reasons. Judge Daniel H Las Cruces arrives for a few days in the city and will stay with his son and daughter in law, Mr. and Mrs. Ross McMillan.

Silver City Fayette A. Jones C. E M. E Gold Gulch Thompson's Canyon Daniel H Las Cruces Ross McMillan Santa Fe New Mexican McMillan

Death of Miss Lyda Hendrix in Warrensburg Missouri

Miss Stella Ramsey received notice of the death of Miss Lyda Hendrix last week at her Warrensburg home. Hendrix had come to Socorro three years ago seeking health, stayed several months, and won a wide circle of friends who mourn her passing. Also, W D Newcomb of Newcomb Collins & Company suffered a puncture wound from a splinter driven through his foot while walking the store floor. Dr Duncan treated and he recovered. An assortment of fancy stationery is available at the Chieftain office.

Stella Ramsey Lyda Hendrix Warrensburg Missouri Hendrix Socorro W. D. Newcomb Newcomb, Collins & Company Mr. Newcomb

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W. H. Byerts Los Angeles Fullerton Miss May Field United Sage Edward Farr Chur H Goers the Hose Company Studebaker Wagons Geo. E Miner Hillaboro Ripley Peter Phil Cattle Sanitary Board Captain Austin
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