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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1906
Page
2
Las Vegas Optic notes tax silence of Grover Cleveland signals a fence with a strong top rail as Topeka Capital reports broad backing for the Hamilton statehood measure.
A fragmented report hints at activity around the Panama canal project. It mentions a four-hand effort in building the ditch and the potential for gravel and storage needs as construction advances.
The Washington Post notes the Trek beet trust regrets its large contribution to the Roosevelt campaign fund, a perception that haunts it whenever memories of the investment resurface amid stock yard discussions.
The Phoenix Gazette notes the Arizona verdict on joint statehood will be nearly unanimous, making formal vote counting almost unnecessary. The editorial underscores a strong consensus and minimal expected dissent among lawmakers.
The article notes the oldest inhabitant as the June heat during the second and third weeks smashed all previous records. The person described has not been heard from despite the record heat and long-standing status.
Ty predicts great things for the upcoming Albuquerque territorial fair next fall with Hon. Solomon Luna serving as fair association president, a guarantee of strong verification and leadership.
Mayor Burse advances his plan for the city water system with steady persistence and clear judgment. Residents facing temporary inconvenience can expect a well-executed program that should yield little ground for complaint once fully implemented.
The passage notes widespread inflated beliefs about U S meat packing conditions while acknowledging revolting realities in packing houses. It predicts the industry will remember the lesson for generations, impacting workers and their descendants.
The article argues that if both territories vote for joint statehood New Mexico would gain a workable state government and better terms than the current territorial setup. If Arizona rejects it New Mexico could push for single statehood with improved chances. The piece asks voters to decide whether Arizona and New Mexico should unite as one state.
The Magdalena and Kelly mining camps report strong activity with growing settlements and rising ore outputs. Traders and miners describe increasing prospects, with new cabins, roads, and supplies supporting a bustling frontier economy.
The Graphic and the Kelly mines are producing large ore quantities with a 2000-foot tunnel nearing completion at the Graphic, enabling a larger workforce. The Kelly yields strong revenue as Magdalena and Kelly townships expand, and Socorro county leads territorial mineral output with outlook for continued growth.
Fifty Arizona papers include three pro joint statehood titles with one daily and two weeklies. The pace of expansion is slow but signals point to three or four more additions soon. The effort hinges on the November vote on the enabling act and Republican ticket support, as noted by the Santa Fe New Mexican.
Fights between sharks and porpoises are common in Florida Keys waters, with locals alleging the porpoise always wins as the shark retreats. The shark must roll onto its side to bite while the agile porpoise dodges snaps and then delivers strong tail slaps. A quote from Woman’s Home Companion is included about social propriety, followed by a remark on women discussing remedies for thinning. Fresh vegetables at Winkler's noted.
The ad promotes Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and Sage’s Catarrh Remedy as safe natural tonics. It claims alcohol free formulas, uses purified glycerine extracts, and emphasizes the medicines cure chronic catarrh dyspepsia and related stomach and lung issues. It touts plant origins, non alcohol content, and suitability for women and children.
A Bystander writer notes natives in Calcutta try to hitch rides for luck after an English driver struck a native starved of scalps. A 10 shilling compensation left the native hobbling, while locals chase motor traffic for similar fortune. Also a promotion for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets claims cures for stomach troubles at a quarter.
The Paris Figaro reports the King of Spain presented a sealed petition to his prime minister requesting an eight hour day with no work on Sundays and holidays. The king said he often labored twelve hours daily and asked for the concession. The petition was found to be in the king's own handwriting.
Public notice states if unknown heirs and other claimants do not contribute one third of $100 labor by ninety days, Ellen Foley will claim the mining property under Section 2324, noting location in Magdalena Mining District Socorro County New Mexico and records in Book 14 page 10. Kelly N M Care M J Foley.
Ellen Foley warns that expenditures totaling 1000 dollars over 1895 to 1904 on the Copper Cap Lode Mining Claim in Magdalena district Socorro County New Mexico may forfeit title if heirs and claimants do not contribute one third of annual and total costs within ninety days after publication. The claim is recorded in Book 14 page 140.
Heirs of Edward C. Rockwell are notified that labor and improvements totaling 100 dollars for 1905 on the Copper Cap Lode Mining Claim in Magdalena Mining District Socorro County New Mexico may transfer title to Ellen Foley under Section 2324 of the Revised Statutes. Ellen Foury. Care M.
Heirs of Edward C Rockwell and others are notified of expenditures on the Copper Caple Mining Claim in Socorro county New Mexico for the years 1895 1898 1900 totaling 1000 00 and must contribute one third 333 33 per year or total within ninety days per Section 2324 Revised Statutes Kies Foury.
Henry G. May appointed administrator with the will annexed of the Thomas Cooke Silliman estate in Socorro County New Mexico. He has qualified and all claimants must present and prove debts within the legal period as required by law. Dougherty and Griffith of Socorro NM serve as attorneys for the administrator.
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