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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1906
Page
2
The piece urges both territories to vote on joint statehood arguing that New Mexico and Arizona should form a single state. It notes winter hardships and hopeful Bohemian colony projects, appealing to both parties with vested interests to approve a unification plan.
Turshay's inauguration ceremonies were brief and simple, aligning with Governor Hagerman's wish. The reception of the event is described as finding ready approval in the heart of every genuine American citizen in New Mexico.
Advocates press that New Mexico and Arizona voters deserve a chance to decide on joint statehood. They argue residents of both territories should have an equal opportunity to vote separately on the proposed statehood plan.
The Tuesday and Wednesday New Mexican issue carried a detailed write-up of the inauguration ceremonies and festivities praised as most excellent in every respect. The piece notes a sharp focus on the event and hints at political tensions ahead with a sly quip about green-eyed enemies to oppose the state.
Governor Hagerman declares that national safety and existence rely on every citizen’s effort. He rebukes citizens who are politically indifferent and stresses duty in public affairs.
The speaker argues against forcing joint statehood between New Mexico and Arizona or any other pair against their wishes. He challenges proponents to apply the same method to Indiana and Illinois to gauge the reaction, suggesting Mr Albert J Beveridge would react with indignation and rage.
The inaugural address by Governor Hagerman is commended for its modest tone sincerity and practical political sense. The critic notes it contains no bombast or rhetorical flourish and suggests it could serve as a model for governors beyond New Mexico Territory.
Pouurygy Broxton delivered an address before the Cincinnati Commercial Club discussing the isthmian canal project and critiquing the government’s handling of the issue. The speech highlighted differing opinions on national priorities and fiscal implications.
Mr Shorts, chairman of the canal commission, notes Bigelow spent twenty eight hours ten minutes on the isthmus and gained enough knowledge to attack the president, Taft, the canal commission, and officials. He is among many scandal-mongers undermining government efforts on a monumental project.
A contrived local column blends a dramatic note on Mrs. Mollie Holt’s near-death recovery after Doctors King’s New Discovery with advertisements for cough remedies from Socorro Drug and Supply Co. and Chamberlain’s Pain Balm. It recounts a Georgia fair doct or race, plus testimonials on stomach tablets and room rentals at Winkler’s, all reflecting early 20th century ad and anecdote style.
A frosty October morning scene unfolds as a trio of grizzlies surround a herd of bighorn sheep on a mountain ledge. Two bears ascend the back of the peak while a third feasts, amid panicked sheep and a dramatic cliff-edge chase. Nearby reports describe a drab, human-faced hound-like creature roaming near Wildhorse Canyon. multiple hunts fail to capture it.
Mrs Mary Brown of Lafayette Place Poughkeepsie New York extols a laxative known as The Music Cure. She claims it keeps the body in tune and compares it to Dr Kings New Life Pills noting its reliability and pleasant effect. The Socorro Drug and Supply Co guarantees it for stomach liver and bowels at 25 cents.
Thomas and His Interrupters recalls Thomas silencing societyfolk during a New York performance. The tale notes he was never interrupted thereafter. The Kansas Supreme Court ruled whisky is not property in the usual sense and that prohibiting sale does not violate the fourteenth amendment.
A fragment notes a question about a gentleman seated behind, followed by a remark that he was briefly engaged at a summer resort. The text mentions an assortment of fancy stationery at The Chieftain office, indicating lingering social chatter.
Local freight runs daily except Sunday between Socorro and Magdalena Branch, with No 9 and 100 carrying jal between Albuquerque and Socorro. Schedule shows 2:50 am and 1:59 pm times with 748 am departure from Socorro and 12:10 pm arrival.
FAIRBANKS MORSE & COMPANY of DENVER COLORADO offers irrigation plants windmills pumps and scales. Write us about your needs to receive suitable equipment and service.
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