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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1907
Page
2
The article portrays Hagerman as a failed governor whose brief tenure began with a major blunder and ended in public disgrace. It claims he traded patronage for votes, alienated his party, and faced sustained charges in Washington, leaving his career in ruins.
The Chieftain urges building a new hotel in Socorro, claiming capital is within reach if the project is undertaken with the right spirit. Conditions are favorable and the need is greatest now, prompting a public call to construct the hotel locally.
A sharp shift is evident as a lingering barrage of strong accusations toward the Republican Territorial Organization wanes in some quarters. The rhetoric labeling grafters boodlers liars and thieves is already fading in certain regions, signaling changing public sentiment.
The text notes the resignation call being promptly accepted and mocks the earlier panic around the young governor. It questions the prior furor and implies the controversy now seems foolish to those not in a hysterical frame of mind.
The text discusses Secretary Raynoiis serving as acting governor of New Mexico and notes his reputation suggests he may advance to higher trust and honor in the future.
Tax purchase of the Abeytia block by the local Masonic lodge will bring notable benefit to Socorro. The property will be restored to first class condition as quickly as possible.
A caller urges diverting political bickering toward promoting New Mexico, calling the shift a pleasanter occupation and a more productive use of energy.
The piece notes possible record-breaking year if showers continue, mentions Hagerman resignation accepted forthwith, cites Curry of Key West reporting rheumatism relief from Chamberlain's Pain Balm, and extols Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs, asthma, and consumption with testimonials and local druggist sales. Includes ad-like lines for Chamberlain's stomach tablets and show cow care tips.
A Baltimore judge proclaims the hog the greatest animal with diverse flavors from tail to feet. He lauds jowl, chine, and turkey yet favors spring boiled hen turkey for its rich taste, arguing a properly cooked dish could be fit for kings and has even sparked wars.
Mrs Edward Phillips of Barclay Maryland praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy for her two year old daughter and herself noting quick relief from a bad cold after using the product for months and days.
A Boston man recalls observing a worshiper at Mount Vernon church on Beacon Street drop a coin into the contribution box. He discreetly noted the amount in a pocket notebook and pencil, promising the donor’s cash account will foot up correctly.
A Pennsylvania family writes that after five years with eczema their son was deemed incurable by two doctors. They tried other physicians with no success until using Electric Bitters. Several bottles led to a complete cure, with a sale guaranteed at Socorro Drug and Supply Co. for 50 cents.
Marshall Wilder relates a tale of an elderly Cohoes woman troubled by deafness and faulty dentition. A neighbor tries to cheer her by shouting good weather, but the woman laments she cannot eat with the new teeth yet.
A proposed cure for sore nipples suggests using Chamberlains Salve immediately after nursing. Wipe off before the next feeding and many trained nurses report best results from its use.
The article notes record demand for diamonds in 1905 with no domestic production. It cites historical U.S. outputs from 1899 to 1903, totals ranging from 50 to 300 dollars, and mentions discoveries in four regions with origins unknown. Finds have been in loose superficial deposits and are accidental, though original sources may someday be identified.
The piece extols Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a universally reliable medicine in use for a generation and notes it is pleasant when diluted with water and sugar. It also mentions poultry feeding tips implying better farm profitability and warns against inconsistent feeding that harms fowl health.
An advertisement touts Dr. King’s New Life Pills claiming gentle action to ensure regular bowels and no appendix issues. Guaranteed relief offered for 25 cents.
Fragmentary dialogue notes reveal Mrs Meeker waking in her own clothes and Mrs Marter-Humph remarking that it isn't necessary. The lines convey social register and domestic wit without a broader narrative or context.
Remarks by Prof Finlay Ellingwood and Dr Harttholow praise Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic and remedy for various female disorders. They cite ingredients like Unicorn root Helonias Golden Seal root and claim the preparation supports recovery from menstrual and catarrhal conditions and related symptoms. The text argues the medicine faithfully represents the listed ingredients and cures the diseases they target.
Washington dispatch from March 27 reports timber sale notices for about 1000 acres in Beck 1 32 T4 SR TW, including dead and live timber marked for cutting. Bids open to $2.00 per hundred feet, minimum, with 1 000 000 feet BM estimated. Forester Horton and Acting Forester Cox oversee sale. bids due to Jamen Damn, Imperial Agent, Forest Service, Washington D C, with option to reject all bids.
Antonio Ma. Armijo of Puertecito N M filed intent to make final five year proof for Homestead Entry No 8306 dated May 8 1905 in NWM Section 32 Township 3N Range 5W. Proof before E H Sweet Socorro NM on June 8 1907. Witnesses: Luis Chaves Joaquin Zamora Amado Landagazo Jose Angel Silva all of Puertecito NM Manunt R Oreo Register.
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