Panama Canal Route Favored by Civil Engineers
Final selection of the Panama route for the interoceanic canal gains broad civil engineer approval, seen as strong evidence that the choice is sound.
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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1902
Page
2
Final selection of the Panama route for the interoceanic canal gains broad civil engineer approval, seen as strong evidence that the choice is sound.
Senavron Quay ends his bid to remove the statehood bill from the senate committee. With the action halted, territorial inhabitants must await granting of full American citizenship with uncertain timing.
Opinion grows that Roosevelt will be his own successor as public confidence shifts. The president’s fearless approach to governance draws broad support from independents, a key voting bloc shaping the upcoming election.
Hon Salomon Luna believes statehood is unlikely this session but may pass in the next if applying territories prove unquestionably Republican. He stresses practical politics over theory and notes the need for partisan considerations in the process.
The irrigation measure approved last week directs that proceeds from public land sales be spent under the interior secretary to build irrigation works in western states and territories. The fund totals nearly four million dollars annually. The text notes potential territorial influence versus state clout and adds that New Mexico’s path to statehood would boost its sway in such matters.
Readers see in congressional debate strong evidence that the reciprocity scheme favored the sugar trust. The original form would have ruined the U S beet sugar industry while claimed to aid Cuban planters. If designed to throttle domestic production it would harm the home industry and aid foreign interests.
The article denounces water hydrant irrigation during summers, causing water shortages for households and fire protection. A recent fire damaged Garcia opera house and endangered property, with a prominent citizen killed. The piece asserts this long-standing neglect must be held accountable.
General Kitchener reports to Britain that the South African conflict ends as the constabulary is handed to civil authorities. About 17 000 Boers have surrendered since peace terms, with reconstruction and home rule outlooks improving for England and the two ex republics. Mines reopen and business rehabilitates amid the war’s financial impact.
Cuba declared its independence on May 20 with Gen. Leonard Wood acting on behalf of the government. The move marks the emergence of a new republic following a period of colonial rule.
The United States turned the island over to Tomas Estrada Palma and fulfilled its pledge to aid Cuban independence. Cubans rejoiced as they began self governance under elected officials, with international recognition and a peaceful transition welcomed by foreign powers. The responsibility now rests with Cuba to shape its own political future.
Madrid announces a Spanish minister will be sent to the Cuban republic, signaling a more liberal era. The move echoes earlier recognition by the United States and Britain and promises economic and diplomatic benefits for Spain and broader world standing. Alfonso XIII’s policy is praised as a prudent departure from Ferdinand VII.
A fragment from the Globe Democrat remarks on a twentieth century statesman contrasting his era with the seventeenth century and hints at modern political identity.
Special correspondence from Fairview reports increased mining in Chloride and Hermos as districts. Wages at $3 a day attract workers. over fifty more men could find employment across three camps. C T Brown of Socorro, mining engineer and School of Mines secretary, oversees Mines Development Association properties backed by Boston capital. Returns from earlier car shipments are satisfactory as investors and experts visit camps. The Black Range shows momentum with rising capital and activity.
An old Ipwich horse dies after returning to the railway station and a farm retirement. The item promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as essential for families. It also mentions Southern California orange fed pork as a marketing idea and a Chicago Chronicle note on a premium meat concept.
A jumble of promotional copy mentions Fituny Temples in India sacred cows and cleansing the system with Dr King s New Life Pills. It asserts benefits to digestion and liver activity, with a price of 25c at druggists. An old work horse is described as lonely on holiday.
A roster of named officials and delegates appears for federal and territorial administrations across Santa Fe Las Cruces Roswell and surrounding areas. Included are governors secretaries land and forest service supervisors and several local residents.
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