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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
2
The piece notes New Mexico pressing for admission as a state in the 57th Congress. It attributes a sequence of tense religious and political judgments, including controversial views from the Presbyterian General Assembly on infant souls and hell, and critiques juror qualifications as drifting away from knowledge of the facts in cases.
The text urges Mayor Cooney to push for establishing a military post in Socorro, arguing the city has unmatched advantages and should be clearly presented to authorities.
The opinion contends jury verdicts in the recently closed term were influenced by factors other than law and evidence. It laments the perception that justice weaponry is used to defend crime and urges reliance on standard protective measures to secure justice.
The city’s saloon proprietors faced court for violating Sunday closing laws, a crackdown that surprised many who saw years of quiet noncompliance. Debates center on whether fees, governor-backed prosecutions, or impending legislation influenced the enforcement, with readers waiting to see if a repeal or amendment will follow.
Citizens of Sovort county expect the Sunday closing law to prove unpopular in many New Mexico communities. Authorities in Socorro and other counties may push repeal and replacement with a law that will gain popular approval and easier enforcement.
A Martinique eruption prompts a U S response and French support as warships carry relief while Congress funds aid. The piece argues humanitarian bonds transcend rivalries, citing Pekin legations relief, Armenians, Indians, and global sympathy led by the United States as the largest neighbor.
The British government will distribute 315000000 to aid burghers resuming work, with 15000 payments of 1000 dollars each and a free grant of 15000000 plus interest-free loans for two years, then 3 percent. The plan favors loyal subjects and raises questions about broader land access and postwar policy. Also noted: Cuba may seek a 40 million loan to fund government needs, with debates on duties, revenue, and debt burden.
The Inter Ocean regards the Boer war as a bold, costly venture that did little to secure glory or civilize South Africa. It notes Edward VII’s reign as unusually benevolent and suggests the war failed to achieve its core aim, leaving the Boers with a mixed outcome and the English with limited gains.
An old survey notes average brain weights by nationality and region. Scots about 60 ounces, English 49, French around 45, Dutch to Italian near English, Germans often heavier, Poles about 47. Indian Hindoo ranges 41–44, Mussulmans higher, Khanis near 38. In Asia traces rise toward China. Africa 43–48, America 47 for Indians, Australia 40–42.
Mrs A M Shields of Chambersburg Pennsylvania recounts nearly six months of severe illness from Hay Fever and Asthma. She credits Dr King’s New Discovery with her complete recovery. The remedy is billed as the safest cure for throat and lung diseases and is guaranteed in bottles of 50 cents to 1.00 with free trial bottles at druggists.
The article recounts the origin of the term gringo from the Mexican War era with Americans called greenies and Mexicans as greenos later becoming gringos. It then promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to restore liver function, revive vitality, aid digestion, and mentions price 25 cents with free samples at local drug stores.
The Las Vegas boys stopped in Socorro to play the School of Mines club and were defeated 15 to 4. Socorro manager Professor Jones likely trained his team well, leaving Vegas players confident they could still compete despite the loss. The item also cites a reader’s praise for Bucklen's Arnica Salve and a joke from Old Rocksey.
Travel tickets and sale dates listed for multiple destinations including Asheville Portland San Francisco Minneapolis Tacoma and Salt Lake City with round trip fares and sale windows. Inquiries directed to depot. Also short promotional items and medical claims from Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Amica Salve with testimonials and other unrelated notices.
A transcription of government and territorial listings shows officials and offices from Socorro to Santa Fe. Key names include B S Rodey Miguel A Otero James W Raynolds and W J Mills, plus regional supervisors and clerks across forests, land offices, and judicial districts.
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