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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1904
Page
2
The piece suggests Roosyverrt’s nomination is a foregone conclusion and notes Io faces the Democratic National Convention. It cites a rough reception for the statehood plank, with DN defending the School of Mines, while Socorro is depicted as full of idle residents.
A periodic recount of Rodey’s steadfast stance for New Mexico in the joint statehood discussion, with critics noting partisan resistance. The record highlights his efforts and the partisan pushback faced during the heated political moment.
A recent mischief at the School of Mines, attributed to Elfego Baca of El Paso Texas, is described as ill advised and likely to bring consequences for the offender.
A fragmented scene emerges as many Democratic leaders in the county show division over the fall ticket. Despite some optimism, core figures appear bent on pursuing separate interests, risking unity ahead of the election.
The Also Rhque Citizen cites support from Socorro readers amid a recent defense of the School of Mines against what it calls an unfair attack. The paper emphasizes growing local backing and urges continued advocacy.
Souknapy questions Parker’s merit for Democratic backing, arguing he has done nothing and thus holds an advantage over other Democratic candidates who might be discussed. The remark frames Parker as an underdog with a built in edge due to perceived inaction.
The text argues politicians backed Roosevelt’s name not out of enthusiasm but to satisfy public demand. It questions what stronger guarantee of his fitness could be offered and what greater assurance of his election could exist when the public insists on his nomination.
The Socorro county Republican organization plans to pledge its candidate for the legislature to introduce and urge a bill for a liberal appropriation to finish and enlarge the dam and canal at Socorro Mountain. Citizens have already contributed liberally to the dam project amid opposition from Ugiggee.
Destructive floods from mountains may aid passage of a bill. Axosooy cautioned critics to note facts about the New Mexico School of Mines. Last year enrollment was 103 with 18 from outside territory and 25 Spanish-speaking students. Maintenance millage is 0.45 of a dollar per assessment, expected to raise $12,000 to $15,000 yearly. Last year was the most prosperous and satisfactory in the school's history.
Century history notes the White House luncheon for visiting Filipinos leading figures from the archipelago. They tour the United States, marvel at American railroads and cities, while Judge Arellano earns Yale's doctor of laws. Mrs. Mattie Harge touts Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Subscribe for Tax Cargets.
A Chicago Tribune interview peers into the umbrella's origins and a dream of a perfect rain shield. The piece then shares testimonials on Electric Bitters curing rheumatism, a Holland native praising wooden shoes, and Mrs. Applegate’s dramatic recovery from consumption with Dr King’s New Discovery.
A Boston girl, now deceased, protests being taken to infernal regions. The attending spirit replies that a short thaw is needed. The exchange, quoted from Town Topics, frames a spectral visit with a touch of humor.
Individual describes long running harassment and a severe medical condition including a terrible case of piles with 24 tumors. Claims Bucklen's Arica Salve cured him after other treatments failed. Ends noting salve is effective for burns and pains and sold for 2 cents per quart at drug stores.
A prominent New York society woman visits a fashionable milliner seeking an apprentice for her maid. The encounter reveals class tension as the livery and quiet dress contrast with the milliner’s blunt rebuke. The brief anecdote ends with a sly social jab about wealth and propriety.
An excerpt extols Dr King s New Life Pills as a mighty health aid promising energy and mental power at 25 cents a box. A conundrum riddle follows asking what one would say to a marriage proposal.
A 15th century flavor piece praises Russian choral singing as a peasant fruit and includes an 1401 testimonial for Ballard's Snow Liniment from Danville. Also features comic snippets about trains and a father buying a picture amid a boy's concern for his son and a connoisseur dad.
An incomplete OCR reads names and titles of city and county officers including Sheriff Leandro Baca, Treasurer Benjamin Sanches, County Clerk HG Baca, Assessor Bolesio A Bina, Probate Judge Mauricio Miera, Superintendent of Public Schools Torres, Mayor H Dreyfine, and Regents of Mines with president Juan J. Baca and secretary J Brown among others.
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