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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1905
Page
2
A civic note urges timely action by the City Improvement Association, arguing that little work will suffice today and acknowledging public demand for better services. The text reflects political discourse on New Mexico territory governance and progress amid criticism from the press.
Socorro concedes defeat in the location contest for the fraternity sanitarium but remains confident in her natural advantages for the site. She congratulates the winner and wishes success to her rival, hoping the outcome may profit both parties.
At this writing the climax of the struggle between Japan and Russia seems near. A momentous land battle looms between Field Marshal Ogata and General Linevitel, while a sea conflict unfolds between Admirals Togo and Rojestvensky. The world watches as history may be made or unmade by these gigantic forces.
Tax honorable Mark Smith of Arizona joins the cudgel against the joint statehood movement. He predicts dire tor to Arizona if the movement succeeds and echoes rise in the territory. Reports from over the line suggest our neighbor will halt any joint statehood proposal presented to consideration.
Men and brethren of Socorro urge perseverance after failing to secure a fraternity sanitarium site. They note improved public spirit from the effort and believe continued steadfastness could yield a major achievement, likening future success to catching a big fish.
Several prominent citizens of Socorro were arrested last week for refusing to pay assessments levied by the new board of river commissioners. They argue the law has defects making it invalid and will push the cases to a swift court decision for testing.
No member of the board of trustees of the School of Mines receives pay for the service he renders. This is presumptive evidence that each of those gentlemen has the welfare of the institution at heart and works without compensation.
The remarks praise the men as intelligent and fairminded, familiar with the problems. They caution against hasty criticism and urge critics to possess all facts before judging the case under consideration.
The Magdalena mining district reports increased activity as Graphic and Kelly properties pass to strong companies. Copper ore veins, notably a 70 by 400 foot bed, fund development and promise dividends, while lead and zinc output grows. Visitors from mining circles predict the district will become a major copper region in the south, echoing historic patterns of other great districts. A Chamberlain’s Pain Balm testimonial from Mrs. Sennett of Yam Yum cites relief from rheumatism and fever. A French funeral custom at church exits involves the widower or eldest male relative shaking hands with attendees.
Geo L Chubb of Harlan Michigan says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the best cough medicine he has taken. He claims it cures a cough or cold faster than any other treatment and should be kept in every home for prompt use. For sale by all druggists.
A humorous slice from an old newspaper tale recounts a man too tight to buy a paper. His son borrows neighbor Brown’s paper and an across the yard detour leads to a bee hive disaster. Various mishaps ensue including a broken fence, a cow, torn clothing, a cat- and dog-caused mess, and a moral urging subscribing to a home paper.
A discussion among prominent men suggests cranial growth with age may accompany improved mental equipment and physical condition. Observations from metropolitan circles note skull enlargement after middle age could aid eye health by increasing eye size and potentially neutralizing certain visual defects.
A compact para of quips and misprints from various papers reflecting satirical glosses on urban life. It references a cafe, a 5 cent tomato bite into a 30 cent meal, couples meeting, and a cemetery omen, followed by satirical lines about morality health and public life.
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