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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1905
Page
2
A playful note to Harvey New Yar and all readers of the Chieftain expressing a wish that the paper’s good fortune could extend to everyone, imagining collective happiness if wishes could come true.
This issue closes the Chief tain s sixth year under its present management. During these years the chief purposes have been to publish a clean readable paper and to pay expenses. It is perhaps not too much to say that both purposes have been accomplished to a reasonable degree largely due to generous support from friends. There will be no relaxation of effort to make the Chieftain still more worthy of support in the future than it has been in the past.
The governor elect Hacrsman appears to act in the territorys interest rather than party ends and has won favorable impressions. He has shown wise intent in appointments and tone, with the chiefs and public united in hoping for prudent administration in the Sun shine Territory.
The spell of severe wintry weather returns to Socorro county with lows about half a degree below zero Sunday and three degrees above zero on both Monday and Tuesday mornings. Three to four inches of snow blanketed the ground, and the bitter cold was tempered only by the thought that harsher conditions prevailed in other parts of the territory. Our neighbors' misfortunes remind us to be grateful for comparatively milder conditions here.
Hon W H Andrews extends his ruling course, repaying Enterprise National Bank and reducing debts in New Mexico. He proves an active promoter for the territory in Congress, despite prior Republican calls for his resignation amid political downfall.
The outlook for New Mexico statehood remains unchanged with both a separate and a joint statehood bill before Congress. It is conceded that nothing further can be done in New Mexico to secure passage. Congress must take final action, after which territorial residents will be affected.
The text discusses divided views on a proposed measure and potential statehood for New Mexico and Arizona. It notes President Roosevelt’s praise for H. Bursum and Solomon Luna, their influence on federal appointments, and gains in forestry and irrigation. It cites Globe-Democrat subscription rates and promotes the paper, then briefly mentions a croup remedy and a Horace Bushnell quotation on delight and virtue.
Dr Mann argues pythons show character and bond with humans, sharing bed with him and warning about their timid nature and sensory issues. The piece also cites J S Egleston praising Chamberlain’s remedies for grip and a humorous matrimonial caution about courting after dark. Dr King’s pills are advertised for liver and stomach relief at Socorro Drug and Supply Co.
Rooms to rent with or without board inquire of Mrs Jaques X California Street also five room house to rent subscribe for The Chieftain.
A sentimental exhortation to retreat into the woods contrasts with a church tale of Rev. O. D. Moore and a medical testimonial for Dr. King's New Discovery. A club chair rebuke about silence rules provokes visible discomfort, with life described in sharp, unsettled terms.
An old promotional piece argues longevity requires a slender diet and occasional Liver Tablets to cleanse and regulate stomach liver and bowels. It claims middle aged men can reach old age with proper care and lists the product as sold by druggists. It ends with a moral reflection on those who win hearts through sympathy.
An emergency medicine claim extols Chamberlain's Pain Balm for sprains bruises burns and similar injuries saying it soothes wounds provides instant relief and speeds healing to about a third of the usual time Sold by all druggists.
An annual ritual on September 8 in Valle Maggio features a procession of celebrants carrying large cotton stuffed snake effigies. Participants weep and lament seeking protection from snake bites during grape harvesting. The report notes local vipers and cultural belief in expiation. Fresh fruits are advertised at Winkers.
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