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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1908
Page
2
The Albuquerque Journal notes that investigations were used to remove a governor, applauding the outcome as New Mexico gains a new chief executive. The piece comments that the action was risky but effective, framing it as justice served and stability restored.
Solomon Lexa and H O Bursum returned from Washington praised by Governor Curry and Delegate Andrews for securing support from top leaders for New Mexico statehood in the next session. They also aided rapid settlement of timber land disputes, clearing up fraud allegations and restoring the territory’s reputation as it nears statehood in 1909.
The passage notes scandals sparking by long-involved states and praises Governor Curry and Delegate Andrews for their tireless efforts in Washington for New Mexico. It emphasizes ongoing work and potential future achievements from these leaders.
A Republican appeal urges all factions to set aside differences and show Congress that New Mexico is solidly Republican. It stresses willingness to sacrifice and warns that unity is essential to get the job done, calling for coordinated effort among party members.
The paper shifts from vilification to praise for Governor Otero, framing him as a virtuous figure and noting he would make a good congress delegate. The editorial hints at partisan shifts while maintaining a cautious, pointed appraisal of his suitability for national office.
The committee awarded Silver City the convention for electing delegates to the national convention and Santa Fe the convention for nominating a delegate to Congress. Secretary Taft received a strong endorsement for the presidency.
The report praises Governor Curry for restoring the good name of New Mexico after damage caused by the late reform administration. It emphasizes his efforts and impact on public perception of the state.
A period warning urges prompt care for colds as autumn and winter weather approach. Proper food ventilation and dry clothing are advised, with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy recommended for all ages to prevent complications and pneumonia, marketed by druggists.
A stern professor challenges a front row student who never takes notes. The student replies simply that he has his father's notes to rely on, revealing a humorous clash over attentiveness in class.
Mrs Fann Gurrven of Troy Alabama credits Chamberlain's Salve with curing a facial skin disease that persisted for almost twenty years after treatments by several physicians. Two boxes of the salve completed the cure, and it is sold by all druggists.
A man experiences the awkward moment of sitting in a box at a theater and discovering his employer seated among the ordinary audience, highlighting social distance and class in a public performance.
Harbor Maine resident calls Electric Bitters a neighborhood favorite and urges its wider use. The tonic is claimed to ease dyspepsia liver complaint kidney derangement and malnutrition while purifying the blood. Sold by druggists for fifty cents with guarantee.
In a brief exchange two men debate indulgence and appetite. The thin man envies a wider palate while the plump man claims experience shows food is the best remedy. The dialogue couchs a simple social observation in period tone.
George Moore of Grimesland North Carolina credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his life after consuming with coughs and lung weakness. He reports quick improvement from the first bottle and full recovery after twelve bottles. Trial bottle free. Sec and 1.00 at all druggists.
After a parson visit, a wife asks a husband if he still loves her. He replies affirmatively and asks her to be quiet so he can read the paper at the tea table. The scene contrasts domestic affection with a moment of routine newspaper reading.
The Balm offers quick relief from pain for rheumatism sciatica lame back lumbago and deep seated muscular pains. Sold by all druggists.
In Common Pleas Court an applicant for naturalization admitted he wanted U.S. citizenship to profit from election days. The court ruled his honesty about the motive did not bar citizenship, affirming his qualification despite the questionable purpose.
An old lady questions a beggar about his worn shoes. The man candidly replies that every hole represents a nickel and a dime he cannot earn, highlighting the social hard luck behind his thrift.
We prefer Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to any other for our children says Mr. L J Woodbury of Twining Michigan It has also done the work for us in hard colds and croup and we take pleasure in recommending it For sale by all druggists.
A reflective note on memory and happiness, contrasting how society treats the unfortunate with unhappy marriages. It ponders whether someone who is constantly unsettled in life truly lives well, without asserting concrete actions or outcomes.
An old advertisement extols Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Dr Pierce's Favorite Medicine as cures for liver digestion headaches and debility. It touts honest labeling no secret ingredients and no alcohol and claims superior vigor for weak women and sick women well. The copy notes easy to take candy like doses and contrasts with other products as imitated but unequal.
A movement in certain quarters in France aims to include women on juries. It has long been felt that trying women for crime before men on juries is unfair and unnatural.
Digestive health prompts open house invite. Dr. King's New Life Pills regulate stomach liver and bowels leaving users feeling well. 25e at all druggists. Bucklen's Arnica Salve praised by Manilla carpenter for healing severe cuts, burns and sores. 25c at druggists.
The Peking government announces marriage restrictions for students requiring completion of middle school and being over 20 years old before marriage. The policy aims to regulate student marriages and enforce eligibility based on education and age.
Advice urges taking Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets when bilious to cleanse the stomach and regulate the liver and bowels. The 25 cent price includes free samples at all druggists.
In a clipped dialogue, George notes seeing a Singleton woman at a club card party with silk item. The speaker recalls borrowing the silk from Mrs. Trumper, shading the exchange with hesitation about asking for it back.
In early Paris vogue muffs appeared mainly with men, a large fur complement to frock coats of the period. The muffs were commonly made from Siberian wolf, signaling a distinct masculine fur trend in high society.
Notice announces grazing permit applications for sheep cattle and goats in the Gilk North National season. Filing deadline and location details are provided by New Mexico authorities. Audience includes ranchers and landholders to submit sealed applications with required grazing fee information.
Notice of Suit in the Third Judicial District of the Territory of New Mexico Socorro County. Joseph P. Rogers sues Mary V. Rogers for dissolution of marriage and property adjudication. Defendant, living at 52 San Pedro street San Jose California, must answer by March 24 1908 or default judgment may be entered. Dougherty & Griffith attorneys. William B. Martin Clerk.
The probate court of Socorro County New Mexico has fixed March 13 1908 at 10 o'clock a m as the time and place to prove the instrument claimed to be the last will of Hen Chambon deceased. E H Sweet probate clerk J A Torens deputy Dougherty Griffith attorneys of Socorro NM prepare for the proceeding.
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