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Socorro and Mining Hub Promises Southwest Growth
Long feature highlights Socorro New Mexico as an early railroad town booming into a mining and smelting center. It notes the Rio Grande Valley location, surrounding ore districts, large smelter works, water and power systems, schools, churches, and a bustling wholesale trade. It previews expansion to Magdalena and Carthage and cites climate and health advantages drawing settlers and investors.
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Socorro
America
Sity
Rio Grande Valley
Cty
Kansas City
Magdalenas
Gallinas
Mogollons
Ladrones
Limitars
Black Range
San Andres
Oscuras
Nogals
Jivarrillas
Manzanas
Gustav Billing
United States
Baling
Wear
Magdalenes
Width
Rio Grande
Whiel
Prospect Peak
New Mexico
Socorre
Caun
Sovorvo County
Sines
Magdalena
Kelly
Magdalens Mountains
Carthage
White Opke
Lincoln County