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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
1
In Bagorre county Judge Kinkade of Toledo discharges the grand jury, urges action against crooked boards and business lines that pay for protection. He rails against thieves’ protection schemes and reports on county corruption amid other local notes.
Sam's Locke expresses deep appreciation to friends for many kind offices during his wife's illness and at the funeral and interment, noting grateful remembrance of support.
Las Vegas arrives in Socorro and, despite spirited effort, falls 15 to 4 as Socorro’s Haverly shines on the mound. Rhodes of Las Vegas allows seven runs in three innings while McDonald backs the home team with flawless catching.
A grand gathering is set for June 13 in Socorro to witness Howe's Great London Shows and a grand street parade. The event is heavily billed across the countryside and promises a spectacular display led by the Bicycle Whirl, one of the act’s most daring feats with Tun Curerrac prominently advertised.
José Estrada filed naturalization papers. Several murder charges resulted in guilty pleas prison terms or acquittals. Widespread dismissals and suspensions followed. George W. Bement vs Graphic Carbonate Mining Company awarded plaintiff 12851.82. Multiple defendants faced burglary larceny and Sunday law charges with various dispositions.
The Eastern press highly recommends Howe's Great London Shows now touring the west. The performance features trained horns ponies a large animal menagerie and skilled artists from several countries plus many clowns. The show comes to Socorro on June 13.
A parade at Corpus Christi drew large crowds with the San Miguel band and singing. Visitors include L. E. Rouiller, J. E. Griffith, and E. E. Jones with mining and assay roles noted. A variety of social calls, court guests, and business moves fill the week as saloons face Sunday closing enforcement.
Friday afternoon a sable and white Collie bitch went missing between Socorro and San Antonio. A suitable reward will be given for her recovery. Contact R. McMillan, Socorro, NM.
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