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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1908
Page
2
A stray editorial snippet discusses advance payment terms, a six month period, and mentions Mr. Bryan Mr. Larrazolo and Mr. Kern. The piece notes Socorro county stockman stock and rain, then questions attention to Kern’s thirteen-letter name and his Friday nomination.
Socorro county's second annual fair shows assured success as local business men subscribe sufficient funds to back the event. The phrase indicates broad community backing and planned arrangements underway for the fair's progression.
The Albuquerque Sun voices strong criticism that LAxeAzore's election would sustain a rotten county ring, asserting the outcome hinges on Bryan's election to avoid the so called machine. The exchange reflects sharp political tensions and machine metaphor.
A historical remark claims Democrats outshouted Republicans at their convention, but predicts Republicans will gain advantage on November third, asserting the Republicans will reverse the performances and win.
Clarean Hitehcock of the Republican National Committee invites Messrs Bursum and Luna to Colorado Springs at the start of the week to discuss political matters in the southwest. He notes the two men form a strong team to attract support and influence.
Socorro plans a fifteen thousand dollar dormitory at the School of Mines and a top southern electric light plant plus a hundred ton smelter. The total cost nears one hundred thousand dollars, a bold display for a town of its size in the territory.
In Magdalena precinct two Valencia county sheep herders voted for Mr. Larrazolo two years after the election amid Democratic anger. A joint investigation found the act deliberate and unlawful, with both men casting ballots for Larrazolo, prompting calls for reform.
Sunday afternoon game on local grounds featured Carthage and Socorro in a fast clean contest. Carthage managed only one run in a single inning while Socorro, led by Zengerle and Edwards, notched four tallies across innings, with Crow and McIntyre for Carthage and White Sox batteries.
At the bride’s parents home on Wednesday evening July 8 Justice Hale of Luna Valley performed the ceremony in the presence of close family and intimate friends. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs IL Porter, wore Val lace. The groom is a local cowboy. Best wishes from A Friend.
Mrs R Pierson of Auburn Centre Pennsylvania testifies that Dr Kink's New Discovery cures long standing threat and lung trouble where others fail. She notes it heals coughs and throat ailments and expects lasting health with continued use. Sold at all drug stores for 50 cents and 1 dollar. Trial bottle free.
The Victoria Daily Colonist reports the American colony’s Fourth of July banquet. Hon. A. A. Freeman responded to the toast to the United States with his well known eloquence, delivering a full reply that reflects New Mexico’s spirit and ties to the event.
Ex-C M Harden of Silver City North Carolina says Eric Bitters cures stomach liver and kidney troubles and many weakness illnesses. The medicine is guaranteed by all druggists at 50 cents. L R Babcock reports new Kelly mine machinery in operation on mining trip via Santa Fe.
J W Jenking of Chapel Hill North Carolina says Bucklen's Arnica Salve is the best salve the world affords. It cured a felon on his thumb and reliably heals cuts burns and wounds. Available at all druggists for 25 cents.
A 19th century summary extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as safe and nonsecret, printing ingredients on the label and asserting benefits for pregnancy related weakness. Mentions triple refined glycerine, no alcohol, and endorsements by medical writers. Also notes Dr. Pierce's little paper Pellets for constipation and claims to curb associated diseases.
Ramon Olguin of this city and Miss Maggie Gaudena of San Marcial were married at the bride’s home at four on Saturday afternoon. The groom hosted friends at Winkler ice cream parlor Monday evening and a dance followed at the opera house.
Mr. A. A. Felton of Harrisville praises Dr Wing's New Life Pills as the exact remedy for constipation biliousness and malaria sold at 25c. W H Liles reports a oats sample from a forty acre tract near the School of Mines with stalks over six feet and heads full predicting about 100 bushels per acre. City Improvement Association notes productive plans for street improvements after a well attended meeting.
Doctor G. L. Tinker traveled from San Antonio to Socorro on Tuesday. Capt. T. J. Matthews surveyed Sabinas early in the week, examining ground for possible extensions of county telephone lines in the area.
The undersigned co owners in the Lucky mining claim record in Socorro county New Mexico announce labor and improvements totaling 100 dollars for year ending December 1907 to hold under section 2324 Revised Statutes. If a co owner does not contribute within 90 days after publication the interest will become property of the undersigned per section 2324. G A Shus Cone
Public notice from the United States Land Office Santa Fe New Mexico dated July 1908 names Guada lupe Trujillo of Quemada as holder of a home stead entry made December 1902 for a 1N2) SUG SEN in section 1 township 16 west. It states intent to make final five year proof and establish claim before Probate Clerk at 5 correo New Mexico on August 24 190%. Witnesses listed are Jesus Maria Baca Sabino Ta Nanario Bacaplo Tafolla all of Quemade NM.
Notice that Mine Development Company seeks a United States patent for the Copper Cap Lode Mining Claim in Magdalena District Las Cruces New Mexico. The document cites the official filing, survey details, and location description with reference to beginning corner coordinates and adjoining claim boundaries.
To H P Huff. Co owner in the Tenderfoot mining claim located in Socorro county New Mexico. Notice states that labor and improvements totaling 100 dollars were expended during 1907 to hold the claim under section 2324. If Huff does not contribute within 90 days after full publication, his interest will be forfeited to the deraignee. Signed A Shule Oncuro New Mexico.
Notice for publication from the U S Land Office Santa Fe June 15 1905 announces Lawrence V Medley of Magdalena New Mexico has filed a homestead application for Late Land 2 Section Township 1 N Range 9 W N P Meridian and will make five year final proof August 1908 before K H Sweet at the Socorro county recorder witnesses listed Owsley Burley Medley Hurley Swingle May Medicine and A N U M L K Ontrro Register
The notice states that land entries and settlements begun after August 18, 1908, are forbidden until September 17, 1908, with detailed township and section listings in Las Cruces New Mexico. Commissioner Dannerr warns no rights may be claimed under settlements started before August 18, 1908, and the Interior approves by Frank Pinnen.
Land Office notices William Gardiner of Magdalena NM files intention to make final proof on homestead entry 3905 dated Aug 1 1903 for the W half of SEY and SWY SW section 9 township 18 range 4 West. Proof to be made before BE H Sweet Probate Clerk at Socorro NM on Aug 21 1908 with witnesses David Farr J M Alien Chas Gardiner and W B Sanders all of Magdalena NM.
Prof A K Adams of the School of Mines returned from the Sil City and Mogollon mining districts after a month long absence. Geo Ramsey of the Albuquerque Morning Journal reported Socorro currently holds the brightest prospects with citizens most confident and enthusiastic. Also note a City Dowd application by Jobe Ruff under the New Mexico Territorial laws for land within Bucorns Grant, with land delineations and official clerical references amid local notices.
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