08 Nov 1902
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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1902
Page
4
The piece questions current state of affairs in Socorro county and urges calm after an election. It notes Don Esravan Baca’s calm reaction and calls for moving forward with goodwill and business. It mocks political theater with refrains about bets and convivial toasts as the county resumes routine work.
Doctor Blackmoron remains upbeat after Tuesday’s contest and has earned the respect of Abran Abeyta’s campaign rivals. He is praised for fighting qualities that bode well for his new role as sheriff of Socorro County.
The note cites Socorro county’s loyalty to Republican principles, highlighting Rodey’s Tuesday election majority of 350 versus 253 two years ago, signaling a strengthened party support in the county. The comparison reflects a rise in GOP backing across the recent local contest.
The article records that on November 4 1902 every Republican candidate for county offices in Socorro county was defeated by margins from two hundred to four hundred votes, a result to be remembered in political annals.
Repry's majority nears a substantial but unspecified amount and both branches of the territorial legislature are seen as roughly three quarters Republican. Observers view the results as a strong endorsement of national and territorial administrations.
The text notes Republicans fear visiting Mogollon precincts where Jas. G. Pitch has been. It cites trips on a recent Tuesday and the election day two years prior, stating the outcomes in both cases were heart-rending.
Noon today the Chieftain prints the election returns known so far in this city. Officials will adjust figures after the official count, but the current figures are substantially correct.
José Epitacio Torres is praised as a calm and capable strategist in the Independent Republican campaign across the county. The piece credits his leadership for a decisive victory and notes the outcome might have differed without his skill and steady direction from start to finish.
Lost or missing candidate Ben Sanchez is rumored seen in a western precinct galloping like a frightened steer. Friends fear for his safety and offer a liberal reward for his safe return to his family.
Hon Bernand Ropey arrived in Socorro Sunday to safeguard his political interests. Fears of clashes between his Republican and Independent Republican allies proved unfounded as his support margins strengthened, showing a clear increase over two years ago.
The article argues against contesting election results citing an unprecedented Socorro county majority. It says canvassing, certificates, and installation will proceed by law, and contest action would be foolish. It notes possible challenges only after official steps begin and mentions related mining and local business news.
Cipriano Baca likely beaten in Luna County sheriff race though once appointed by the county’s organization he has been a top officer in New Mexico and enjoys many supporters in Socorro. The Senate Territories Committee led by Chairman Beveridge plans a tour of New Mexico to assess statehood fitness.
An advertisement announces a limited time offer to deliver apples at one cent per pound anywhere in the city. No order below one hundred pounds will be filled at that price. A. D. Coo.
Taos Jaques Santa Fe Agt announces tickets for the International Live Stock Exposition in Chicago from November 29 to December 6. Tickets on sale November 28 29 30 at one fare plus 2.00 for round trip with final return limit December 8.
At Socorro Lodge No. 9 A F and A M regular convocation on Tuesday night October 28 James Patterson of Patterson was raised to Master Mason and John McIntyre of San Antonio was advanced to Fellow Craft in the degree ceremony.
The Rathbone Sisters will host a novelty banquet at the K of P ball on Monday evening November 10. Supper is to be served at 6 30 and the cost is 25 cents. Everyone is invited to attend for an enjoyable evening.
The B. P. O Ells street fair at El Paso will be inaugurated November 10 and continue for six days. A large attendance and a good time is assured.
W W Jones of San Marcial visited Saturday to guard his surveyor candidacy. Friends urged him to go home for health reasons and pledged to protect his political interests. A dramatic society fundraiser and a high class comedy Mister Bob are planned, promising a rare treat for the Episcopal church children.
Pension extension under the act of July 27 1892 covers survivors and widows who served in the Indian wars. Eligible regions include Cayuse 1847 1848 Texas and New Mexico 1849 1856 California 1851 1852 Utah 1850 1853 and Oregon Washington 1851 1856. Write for blanks and full instructions.
The Public, a 16 page weekly review for democratic Democrats and republican Democrats, offers readers a ten week trial for ten cents. It promises fearless opinions, historical news, a cartoon, a book notice, and varied informative content. Editor Louis F. Post invites readers of this paper to send ten cents in silver or stamps and mention the paper.
An advertisement from The Public in Chicago promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for bad colds, claiming it loosens and soothes irritated throats and lungs. It lists A. E. Howell in Socorro and W. M. Borrowdale in Magdalena as sellers.
Elks Carnival in El Paso runs November 10 to 14 with round trip tickets priced at 8.35 dollars. Tickets go on sale November 9 through 14 with a return limit of November 17. Tos Jaguas.
A last will and testament for Samuel H Mastin, of Socorro County New Mexico Territory, has been filed with the probate clerk. The probate judge set November 3 1902 at 10 oclock A M at the Socorro courthouse to prove the will. Judge Jose E Torres signed the notice September 25 1902 with clerk E V Baca Deputy.
A fire crew rescues sleeping occupants from a burning home amid warnings about neglecting coughs and colds. The notice covers a divorce suit in Socorro County District Court, New Mexico, with Tilmon Jones named as defendant and Latitia F. Jones as plaintiff seeking divorce and name restoration.
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