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The Socorro Chieftain

Location

Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1902

Page

2

Irrigation Act Tracks United States Settlement Growth

The Irrigation Act marks a pivotal step in national development as private toil under the Great Plains transitions to government aid. A reclamation fund from public land sales in arid regions will store and distribute water, potentially redeeming land equivalent to Illinois and Iowa for farming by actual settlers.

Congress United States Atlantic Sea- Board Ohio Valley Mississippi Valley Illinois Iowa

Passage of Isthmian Canal Bill Reflects National Will

Congress backed the canal plan with near universal agreement. Supporters of Nicaragua urged choosing merit over route while Panama advocates cited a shorter, easier path with harbors and existing rail link. The Canal Commission favored Panama until Panama Canal Company valuation altered the recommendation.

WueEx Congress Nicaragua Executive Department Panama Canal Commission Panama Canal Company

Panama or Nicaragua Canal Route Choice Favored

The text argues for choosing a canal route via Panama or Nicaragua based on best interest. It notes Congress authorization and public demand for a canal built soon and efficiently, favoring a clear title and minimal room for sharp practices by any party. The piece reflects broad support across political lines.

Panama Nicaragua Congress

Keyes Named President of New Mexico School of Mines

Des Moines Iowa. Dr Charles R Keyes has accepted the presidency of the School of Mines of New Mexico He is a leading educator with degrees from Iowa State University Johns Hopkins and a PhD He served with the United States Geological Survey and as Missouri State Geologist He was born December 24 1864 in Des Moines Iowa and is noted for published works on geology and mining

Charles R. Keyes Des Moines Iowa School of Mines of New Mexico State University of Iowa Wachmuth Louis Agassiz Keyes John Hopkins University United States Geological Survey Missouri Bureau of Geology and Mines

How to Prevent Heartburn After Large Meals

Advice warns that overeating or rich food causes heartburn especially when digestion is weak. Eat slowly and chew well, avoid overeating, and allow six hours between meals. If fullness follows meals take Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. Available from local merchants A. E. Howell Socorro W M Barrowdale Magdalena.

Chamberlain A. E. Howell Socorro W. M. Barrowdale Magdalena

Tenant Finds Glasgow House For Rent Unsatisfactory

A prospective tenant touring a Glasgow rental with an agent found the house unsatisfactory saying the yard is too small for even one flower bed. The agent responded that it is small but suggested folding dwarf beds as a solution.

Glasgow Evening Times

Beveridge urged to back Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona statehood

Denver editorial urges Senator Beveridge to support admitting Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona arguing strong western sentiment for statehood. It notes electoral votes and potential party gains but emphasizes the territories meet population and wealth thresholds and deserve self government.

Beveridge Senate Committee On Territories Colorado Oklahoma New Mexico Arizona Denver Mississippi Far West Territories East Middle West Rocky Mountain Republian Senate House

Best Liniment for Strains Says Local Merchant

Mr F H Wells of Deer Park Long Island promotes Chamberlains Pain Balm as the best liniment for strains. He cites using it for a severe side soreness from a strain last winter with quick relief and cure. Sold by A B Howell Socorro and W M Barrowdale Magdalena.

F. H. Wells Deer Park Long Island N. Y Chamberlain J. A. Kelly United States Mr. Kelly Henderson A. E. Howell Socorro W. M. Barrowdale Magdalena

A Better Tool Pun Ends With Shovel Joke

An Irishman and friend pass a jewelry shop window filled with precious stones. Larry asks to pick a stone, Mike replies not a pick but a shovel, turning a desire into a punchline.

The New York Times Larry Mike

Modern Stomach and Liver Tablets Promote Ease of Use

Modern stomach and liver tablets advertise easy intake and pleasant effect. Price listed as 25 cents with samples free at A. E. Howell in Socorro and W. M. Barrowdale’s Magdalena drug store.

Chamberlain A. E. Howell Socorro W. M. Barrowdale Magdalena

Fences Must Go Across Public Ranges Nationwide

A Washington dispatch reports western lawmakers failed to extend the April order for removing drift fences on public ranges. President Hoover refused to delay enforcement. Hitchcock defended against leasing bills and pledged fences removal by July 1 while protecting small cattle owners and settlers. Special agents will monitor compliance, with prosecutions for violations.

Washington Congress Émen Hitchcock Interior West Secretary of the Interior Land Department Department of Justice

Palace saloon hosts California claret wines sale

A local notice announces delivery of California claret wines to the Palace saloon. It also advertises a full line of footwear for men women and children at Price Bros. & Co.

Palace Saloon California Price Bros. & Co

Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Promises Cure

An ad touts Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach and organ disorders. It claims relief from heart liver kidneys and digestion issues caused by diseased stomach and promotes accompanying Pleasant Pellets for cleansing and appetite treatment.

Silla 'Ie Pierce Appetite Tentree Golden Medical Discovery Appetite Tix

Army to adopt khaki service uniform with knickerbockers

Secretary Root aided commission recommends khaki service dress for all arms with knickerbockers instead of full length trousers for privates, cap and visor for full dress, and a lighter short sword. Helmet to be replaced by cap, knapsack by canvas bag, and year-end implementation expected if Congress not required.

United States Army Special Commission of Army Root Congress

House to Rent Inquire of C T Brown

A short rental notice invites inquiries about a house available for rent and directs interested parties to contact C T Brown for details.

C. T. Brown

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