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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1905
Page
2
In a June 17 1905 note the piece asks about statehood prospects as prices rise for Republicans. It reports cattle prices up three dollars and reports Kansas calling for forty thousand workers to harvest a wheat crop of about one hundred million bushels.
In fragmented text, price and political sentiment appear. wool price noted at twenty two cents per pound and Democratic enthusiasm mentioned but with unclear context or complete details.
The piece questions persistent caricatures of President Roosevelt as a demon of war and urges the writers to align their conduct with self respect.
The Secorre county grand jury has finished its two weeks of labor. Its members were citizens of excellent standing and their work speaks for itself, earning many compliments.
In Socorro County residents, led by Tonsurer José J. Torres, express optimism over additional revenues from taxing steep of new resident owners, with estimates reaching several thousand dollars.
Postmaster Kreps is notified of another salary raise marking his second increase during incumbency. The note hints at improving though uneven business in Socorro with cautious optimism about the local outlook.
The fragment cites rising cattle prices and wool at twenty two cents a pound while lamb values mirror past figures. Mentions Japan and Russia near peace prospects and ends with a subscription prompt for the Chieftain.
The ACA aims to ensure every property owner in Sucorre county shares the tax load justly. Mr. Baca receives broad support from taxpayers for advancing this equitable approach.
A rainstorm last week sent a wall of water at least five feet high over the dam, its force spilling onto the low lands a mile below the city, demonstrating the wisdom of the dam's location for regional protection.
Soccarra residents known as generous supporters of the Albuquerque territorial fair are expected to outpace past generosity as organizers promise larger and more varied attractions this year. The people of Socarra are quick to recognize a good thing and will likely boost fair enthusiasm.
Skillful diplomacy by Peestpent Roosevenytse helped secure peace talks between Japan and Russia after European rulers failed. The achievement boosts American prestige and power for good among nations.
Five wake shocks were logged last Tuesday as tremors rattled Gem City, with locals noting repeated earth tremblings around the area and authorities monitoring aftershocks.
The Santa Fe New Mexican notes that repeated earthquake shocks over the past year delight some locals and amuse children, but if they persist they could hurt Socorro's standing as a winter and summer resort.
The article lauds Mt A Orline for eight years as New Mexico governor highlighting law and order and major gains in industry commerce and education. It notes opposition from democrats and some republicans but says a third term would face little opposition from critics.
The piece argues for municipal control of public utilities as a general rule and cites Socorro as a bright exception. It notes the city's favorable conditions and warns that delaying crowding private control could deprive Socorro of its water system profits.
Hon W OR Magis secured passage of a tax measure shifting sheep grazing tax from the state to the county where sheep are pastured. The change relieves Socorro county from large cross county pasture burdens and directs revenue to the county treasury. The report lauds the act as a benefit amid broader wool laws and mentions related remarks by Mir Martin. A later section promotes Chamberla Cholera and Diarrhova Remedy with a testimonial from Mrs Mannie Javous of Houston and endorsement by a local druggist.
The piece argues that manners powerfully influence business success, outweighing brains. It cites employers judging by first impressions and social conduct, while adding anecdotes about trust and social perception. It also includes snippets about Dr. King’s Discoveries and a Dixon note find, illustrating varied topics in one column.
A testimonial touts Buecklen's Arnica Salve for cuts boils fever sores and sore eyes with a reader remark from J L Gregory of Hope Texas praising its quick healing. The ad notes 25 cents price and a local supp ay company.
A Country Life in America writer describes waking mice that whirl in circles on four feet, bite and spar, and sleep by midnight. The piece cites theories on brain disease and reports a remarkable goose show in North Attleboro, Massachusetts, with measurements and dates since January 1903.
An Australian millionaire, Mr James Tyson, left a four tum of S3 000 00. A tale notes he rode a Queensland coasting steamer and dined in his bunk with three loaves of bread for forty eight hours, causing stewards to complain and the purser to charge him full fare plus a quarter for meals taken in his cabin.
Advertises an amber Pain Basin claimed to cure a variety of aches and strains. The copy touts prompt application to prevent money loss and suffering, urging purchase from all druggists. It references a New York upper society circle and a theater outing with remarks about polite behavior.
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