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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1908
Page
2
Thousands of voters nationwide admire Mr. Bryan yet cast protests at the ballot box against his political vagaries. The record shows a notable widening gap between ardent supporters and critical voters, signaling a shift in public sentiment.
Republican predictions of Taft victory revive business activity with large orders loosened since weeks before the election. Territory leaders urge rapid statehood efforts at the next Congress session, led by Mr Andrews and prominent Republicans who campaigned in good faith against Democratic attacks.
Socorxa county voters backed Mr. Andrews while all Republican candidates won by large margins. The result praises economical, business-like county administration and urges newly elected officers to faithfully discharge duties to ensure another GOP victory in two years.
The passage accuses Republicans of winning by bribery and corruption while Democrats, a dwindling and sour lot, claim virtue in victory and accuse rivals of satanic covenants. It ends with a hopeful note that some Democrats might someday evolve.
The article argues New Mexico remains safely Republican after last week's election results. It notes Mr Andrews' margin fell short of GOP expectations, while the upcoming legislative assembly should again feature a strong Republican majority. It dismisses Democratic Larrazolo predictions as fanciful.
The ad touts Dr. King’s New Discovery as the best cough and lung remedy with claims of long proof and wide use. A Pennsylvania man’s church attendance is sparked not by faith but by repaying a pastor’s loan, reframing religion as business in a small town.
Mrs. Mary Dowling of San Francisco recommends Electric Bitters for stomach trouble and liver issues noting its overall tonic effects. The product purifies the blood and aids female weakness while invigorating the system. available at druggists. A railway office joke about a nameless visitor adds local humor. Wall paper offered at cost by J. R. Vigil.
In the Mogollon district of Socorro county, old and new mining firms like Ernestine Mogolion and Socorro Mines drive heavy traffic of mill machinery and provisions on an eighty mile road to Silver City. Marriage licenses issued include Juan Calderon and Matildes Gurule and additional pairs from Luna, Pinoville, Socorro, Cooney, and La Joya. A Hebrew Irish voting anecdote recalls Judge McCarthy’s campaign and a street banner.
A. F. Hardy of East Wilton Maine says Buck Jen Arnica Salve cured sores boils ulcers and burns for fifteen years It has saved many doctor bills and costs 25 cents at all druggists.
A fresh stock of the celebrated Douglas shoes has just been received at Longstem Bros, offering a wider selection and the latest styles for local customers.
An advertisement extols Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for torpid liver and weak stomach. It urges treating digestion first, claims to restore stomach activity, boost blood-making secretions, and cleanse poisons. The copy warns against indigestible foods and touts the product as a non secret glyceric extract with ingredients listed on the bottle.
Magdalen Chapter No 9 extends sincere sympathy to Sister Jennie E and Brother George E Cook on the passing of their mother. A copy of the resolutions will be sent to the family and published in The Chieftain, with minutes to reflect the tribute. Committee: Anna K Brown, Purene Howitt, Charles G Duncan.
David Baca and family arrived in the city on their way from Magdalena to San Antonio. Mr Baca is very well satisfied with the county ticket results from Tuesday's ballot.
Special Master gives notice of a public vendue for December 15 1908 at two o'clock after noon to sell real estate in Socorro New Mexico. The description includes lots 36 38 and adjacent land bounded by McCutchen Avenue Tiffany and Vincent properties and an old adobe wall. Sale conducted by FE H Sweet Special Master.
Pass Chavez of Quemado New Mexico files for final five year proof in support of Homestead Entry No 7602 02367 dated October 26 1903 for the 8 4 SEY Section and Ss SWH Section 22 Township 1 North Range 13 West. Proof to be made before E K H Sweet Socorro New Mexico on December 16 1908. Witnesses: Amadio Luna Antonio Jose Luna Victor Lopez Casimiro Montoya Manuel R Otero.
By court execution issued from the Bernalillo District Court on September 24 1908 the Mogollon Gold and Copper Co is ordered sold at public auction in Socorro County on November 16 1908. The sale includes mining claims such as The Silver Fountain Silver Bar Old Strike Leap year and multiple others plus mill gear buildings and tools to satisfy a judgment of 23033 77 and court costs with interest at 6 percent from June 13 1908. The sheriff and attorneys handle the sale with proceeds to cover the debt and costs.
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