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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1902
Page
2
The man Cutenco, convicted six times, is described as a frequent visitor to the penitentiary, drawing attention in Windy City society circles as he moves in and out of the public eye.
Tamalacatla lco, a Mexican volcano, is described as erupting and its name provokes laughter. The piece notes the risk and the humorous reaction as people attempt pronunciation, underscoring the volcanic unrest and public concern.
Spanish war ended yet the House passed a bill repealing the war revenue tax. It has been two years since the United States government would need a receiver. Government decrees end long hair for Indians, a rule easily evaded by the past master of clipping.
Two French nobles bungled expectations by blasting the air with a mock duel, shattering pretense of combat and declaring their honor fulfilled. The scene reveals glossed bravado and feigned conflict among elite contemporaries.
Local note from Stover Crry’s describes leap year balls hosted by the club for young ladies and their courting options. It comments on the insufficient enthusiasm of young men in the region for such opportunities and the unusual social encouragement.
Jeffries and Fitzsimmons sign articles of agreement for another bout as Prince Henry Santos Dumont Marconi Miss Stone and others prepare advertising moves to secure public attention.
The Cuvertarm urges that no man notoriously unfit for public duties be encouraged to run. The text notes politics may elect such a man to office despite tacit support from many voters.
Ex DuLuGars Fercusson, returning to Albuquerque from the east, believes corporate influence there will delay New Mexico statehood for a long time. If his view is correct, territorial residents may accept current conditions as the norm.
Washington’s birth day is celebrated as a national holiday honoring a man who devoted much of his life to public service. At the end of his career he lamented being treated unfairly as if he were a petty thief, and later generations have named him Father of His Country.
The territorial bureau of immigration argues its publications meet standard material and better serve Socorro county by dispelling eastern inquiries. They claim letters from eastern parties show ignorance of U.S. conditions and urge continued distribution of informative literature about the territory.
Governot Tart outlines a Philippine government plan before a senate committee on Monday. The proposal centers on ensuring island inhabitants understand U S government concepts before full participation. The speaker warns that those lacking comprehension could misuse liberty and that empowering the ignorant is dangerous.
The Magdalena meeting of the Cattle and Horse Protective Association promotes broader local prosperity by backing aggressive rustler prosecutions. It argues that driving criminals from the community cuts government costs and boosts stock industry success, calling for generous recognition and support from New Mexico.
The piece outlines Cuba’s December elections, the US withdrawal of remaining forces, and the Platt amendment framework for a treaty. It then discusses Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona statehood prospects, census figures, and political support for admitting all three this year with emphasis on population trends and silver issue impacts.
The article notes Cuba’s path to independence with strong U S protection and the prospect of selling or leasing naval stations. It praises Cuba’s civil institutions, schools, and sanitation as it begins its sovereign career, expecting friendly support from Americans.
An advertisement proclaims enormous demand for Dr King s New Life Pills as the world s best workers of the new century. It touts relief from constipation headaches biliousness and stomach liver or kidney troubles and notes the price of 25 cents at all druggists.
A fragment from New York Weekly reports a poor man who lost his legs while saving a life at a railway crossing is to marry a beautiful heiress. She dismissed all suitors and offered herself to him, with Mrs. C remarking on the sensible choice.
An urging promotional line recommends buying a box of Cascarets Candy Cathartic tonight. It claims genuine tablets stamped C C C, not sold in bulk, and available through all druggists. The ad emphasizes a night of trying the product with confidence.
The St Louis Mirror describes its 28 page weekly issue and reviews books music plays and current affairs while touting a catarrh cure named Snuffles sold for one dollar with guaranteed results. A U S Senate proposal seeks to move presidential inauguration from March 4 to the last Thursday in April.
When you want a physician that is mild and gentle use Chamberlain s Stomach and Liver Tablets. Price 25 cents. Samples free. Every box guaranteed. For sale by A. E. Howell Socorro W M Borrowdale Magdalena.
Hon Benjamin S Baker will return to Albuquerque in a few days with his family from Omaha where he is closing up his affairs.
Claiming to aid weak women with drains inflammation and uterine issues the text promotes Dr Pierces Favorite Prescription and Pleasant Pellets as remedies to restore general health and regular bowels and insists no other laxative be used with these medicines. It includes a testimonial about renewed strength and support for a sister using the medicine.
President F A Jones and field assistant of the U S Geological Survey visited Albuquerque to gather 1901 gold and silver production statistics for New Mexico. Survey work will be expanded this year to cover the entire territory. The Socorro School of Mines has grown from eight to over seventy students, aided by a supportive regents board and new facilities, signaling strong future prospects for the territory.
A snap, A7 room house and 3 acres of land two blocks from the court house all set in fruit trees. Apply to J. J. Leeson.
Official directory list from Socorro covering federal territorial and state offices. Includes delegates to Congress, governor, secretary, chief justice, collectors, U S attorneys, surveyor general, reg land office, and local county positions. Names listed include Otero, Hobart Rey, Gortner, Chaves, Leahy, Prichard, and many local clerks and supervisors.
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