Postoffice Entry Notice From Socorro
Entry notice indicates second class mail matter context at Socorro Post Office with a price reference ad two dollars and a count of one hundred.
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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1906
Page
2
Entry notice indicates second class mail matter context at Socorro Post Office with a price reference ad two dollars and a count of one hundred.
Socorko voters face a quiet political landscape with no visible campaigning in the streets. The local scene reflects a wary electorate amid a wave of skepticism about how candidates will proceed without public advertising.
The Exone resumes publishing in Santa Fe with A. J. Loomis as editor. The Eagle is described as democratic in politics and otherwise aligned with what a good local newspaper should be.
The Chieftain has shifted more ad space to Albuquerque merchants than to Socorro merchants. This evident bias shows Albuquerque advertisers receiving a generous share of the county cuatottier listings, signaling a notable market tilt in coverage and promotions.
A meeting of Becerra businessmen quickly approved the plan for a Socorro State Bank. In about thirty minutes subscriptions secured the proposed thirty thousand dollars in capital stock.
Weather across the nation faced snow storms and cold waves from Colorado to New England while the Gem City reported unusually pleasant spring conditions throughout last week.
The Tidies demonstrated how to advance improvements as Secored's businessmen support. The City Improvement Association has already made many desirable changes to streets and alleys, with more to come.
A visionary forecast says varieties of wheat can be grown in soils with limited rainfall, not exceeding twelve inches annually. If realized, New Mexico’s fertile broad acres could become a global granary in the coming years.
The article notes ongoing public attention to the Tin Statehood question and the uncertainty over Congress action. It asserts New Mexico remains prosperous regardless of statehood and should be reasonably content with its progress.
The article reports the resignation of H. P. Bursum, superintendent of the territorial penitentiary, noting the paper’s regret and the general belief in the territory that he has been the right man in the right place and his incumbency has been the...
The Albuquerque Citizen lauds Socorro's bank initiative, noting the penitentiary’s well run state and the rapid, generous support of local businessmen. The united effort dispels doubts about viability and signals broader public backing for future projects as Socorro regains a lively, progressive mood.
Governor Hagerman urged H. Bursum to resign as superintendent of the territorial penitentiary. The writer notes Bursum’s seven years of capable, satisfactory service and no suspicion has arisen regarding his integrity. Hope is expressed for a similarly good replacement.
An alderman recounts how Chamberlain's Cough Remedy aided his campaign by curing throat ailments that hampered speaking. He praises the product and notes it is sold by druggists. The piece also recounts a Kansas governor and a farmer in a blackboard anecdote about paying for all.
A humorous scene unfolds as a good man contemplates sacrifices for Lent. After brief reflection he asks what to give up, and his wife cheekily suggests surrendering $25 for her new Easter headgear. He resumes meditation, leaving the quip hanging in the air.
An advertisement warns that constipation can lead to appendicitis and promotes Dr. Kings New Life Pills as a regulator for stomach liver and bowels with no pain. Sold for 25 cents at Socorro Drug and Supply Co.
Federal land offices at Clayton Santa Fe and Roswell report 1600 entries totaling 251,320 acres from New Year to March 9. Immigrant surge could lift New Mexico population to about 500,000 by 1910 census, with over 300,000 from other states. Additional Las Cruces entries and nonfarm migrants not included.
Chas Drake of Chapinville Conn says Chamberlains Pain Balm cured his rheumatism after other cures failed. One application relieves pain and continued use promises a permanent cure sold by all druggists. Also a humorous election anecdote notes a canvasser asking a cottage wife about her husband’s politics and receiving the reply that at home he is a nuisance.
Kenneth McIver of Vanceboro Maine near death after severe throat inflammation and lung congestion. Three doctors gave him up but Dr King s New Discovery cured the worst coughs and colds bronchitis tonsillitis weak lungs hoarseness and la grippe. Guaranteed at the Socorro Drug and Supply Co 40c and 1.00. Trial bottle free.
A famous Scottish writer and his young companion spent the day playing golf with close matches. As they left, the elder asked if they could play again the next day. The youth replied he was to be married tomorrow but could postpone it.
A Bucklen’s Arnica Salve claim highlights cures credited to the product. It states E. R. Mulford, a Patrons of Husbandry lecturer from Waynesboro Pa, was cured of piles and lists burns, sores, boils, ulcers, cuts, wounds, chilblains and salt rheum as healable. The notice promotes a 25 cent price at Socorro Drug and Supply Co.
A garbled discourse on formic acid boosts strength with Dr Clement and Dr Huchard cited. It reports a subject lifting five times weight and Dr Huchard doubling then tripling his own strength in days. Also mentions Electric Bitters as a cure for various ailments and a church anecdote about a mistaken donation.
Advertisement claims impairment of appetite stems from faulty digestion and promises quick relief. A few doses of Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets will invigorate the stomach strengthen digestion and restore a wolfish appetite while also serving as a gentle laxative.
Yonkers Statesman advertises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for Children. It promotes safety and relief from colds croup and whooping cough with sales through druggists.
In a brief exchange from Woman's Home Companion a young wife asks if her husband truly loves her and he replies affirming his love and offering proof, yet bound by a limit of twenty five dollars.
Madge questions why her friend bows to a man at the theater. The chum replies they met after he repeatedly pushed past her between acts, leading to a surprising acquaintance born from the shared interruption.
The article promotes Dr. Pierce’s remedies including pills and tonics as cures for multiple ailments such as indigestion liver torpor and kidney and bladder troubles. It cites endorsements from medical writers and offers a book of extracts upon request by mail with a small payment.
The article recalls Queen Victoria and Lord Palmerston correspondence about speaking in the house of commons and Disraeli’s sharp gender remark. It also notes a small fire at the first ward school with minor damage and the fire bell ringing around 11 Monday morning.
Selling agents for Jack of all Trades engines in all sizes serving Socorro San Marcial and San Antonio NM. Prices and terms available on application. Daily except Sunday. Address shows Magdelena branch and rural routes between Albuquerque and San Marechal.
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