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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1904
Page
2
Socorro county faces a political fight this fall as Democratic politicians appear set for a sweeping defeat. The county has lost its district headquarters and seems likely to become an appendage of the second district, a development deemed a major misfortune and calamity by observers.
Russian military authorities claimed Japanese seizure of Port Arthur was impossible, yet Japan has achieved several feats they deemed unattainable by Russia. The record notes a shift in perceived battlefield capabilities and warning against underestimating Japanese resolve.
The administration reports a debt reduction of SR50,000 and interest expense cut of S22000 I n spite of external criticism from unnamed critics who speak without clarity about the state finances The summary notes the claimed improvements while acknowledging ongoing debate about fiscal policy.
The remark notes William Randolph Hearst has practically relinquished presidential aims. It argues New Mexico delegates should vote without shame, insisting they are not obligated to cast a ballot that would sully their self regard or integrity.
Mr Fok vows to use best endeavors to elect the regular democratic ticket from president to constable, but will not back any man he knows to be no boodier. At current rate Polk learns of democratic bookling officials, by Novembes Mathy there may be nobody left to vote for.
The article forecasts a brutal clash at Port Arthur within days or weeks as twenty-five thousand Russian troops defend the fortress and a Japanese force of over a hundred thousand presses the assault. The piece notes the fortress is nearly impregnable and emphasizes the anticipated decisive struggle in modern warfare.
A fragment discusses a Supreme Court member’s vote on a redistricting plan for territorial judicial districts. It notes criticism from business and political perspectives, argues the third district now covers about a quarter of New Mexico and would handle far more or less court business than others, and questions how moving headquarters might affect Republican prospects in New Mexico.
A territorial supreme court plan for redistricting adopted last Saturday prompts sharp critique, with observers saying the scheme could undermine democratic interests. The commentary notes evident errors and questions the legality and fairness of the move.
The Chicago Chronicle argues that Democratic leaders in Congress split over the Panama canal, opposing or supporting the treaty in various ways, creating platform trouble. It notes voters broadly back the canal and the President, limiting Democratic credit and boosting Republicans in the 1904 election.
The article describes advanced surgical feats such as organ removal and replacement, bone splicing, and antiseptic healing methods that speed recovery. It promotes Chamber law's Pain Balm as an antiseptic aid to quick healing, claiming pain relief and savings in time and money. A classroom moment about edentata ends with a boy shouting Grandpal.
A William C Whitney tale recalls two Connecticut farmers debating who could remember the windiest day. The younger cites April 4, 1903, while the elder claims crows walked home on windier days. An ad then promotes Herbine with a Temple Texas testimonial and local Socorro Drug and Supply Co. distribution.
Two longtime friends share a final morning visit at John's home. They remark on the fresh, young trees and the host’s hope that the yard will look more mature when the guest returns. Mutual affection and cordial good will close their departure.
Mrs S IL Newson of Decatur Alabama suffered three years of indigestion stomach and bowel trouble with pain and near death. She credits Electric Bitters with miracle healing saying she is completely recovered and that the remedy treats liver kidney stomach and bowel complaints. The ad notes the medicine costs 50 cents and is guaranteed by druggists. It ends with a humorous domestic line about coal scuttle washing due to high prices.
A dying New York politician salutes a trained nurse saying she has tended him like an angel and that he recognizes the real kindness when he sees it, praising her devotion as she stood vigil through the night.
A Lancashire blacksmith jokes about taking notes in a class while a country clerk explains a notebook’s use. Dr King’s New Discovery is praised for lung and throat relief with trials and prices. A Tibet mission mule tale, a cholera remedy claim, and a series of light quotes conclude with a joke about a singer’s divorce.
A garbled historic page discusses sanitary and medical topics including women, doctors, and remedies. It references the Dr. Pierce Pleasant Pellets and a so called patent medicine regime for ailments said to affect women, noting cautions about alcohol and safety. The piece mentions a hospital or institute and a physician in a colonial or early 20th century tone.
A simple home remedy is described using a funnel fashioned from stiff paper and a cotton ball soaked in chloroform. The cotton is placed in the funnel and inserted into the ear, with a breath blown through to deliver fumes. The method claims to stop earache immediately.
An 1902 testimonial from Oscar Oleson of Gibson City Illinois reports quick relief from rheumatic back pain after using Ballard's Snow Liniment. Adds price points 25c 50c 1.00 and notes local availability through Socorro Drug and Supply Co. Also mentions New Mexico drought rumor and stock traders at St Joseph's Stock Yards Journal.
A rough OCR fragment lists numerous territorial positions and names in Socorro County New Mexico. It names state and federal officers including judges, attorneys, sheriffs, treasurers, clerks, and supervisors across multiple districts with several local offices in Socorro, Silver City, Las Cruces, and Santa Fe. The text appears as an institutional roll call or appointment slate with many misspellings and truncated entries.
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