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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1908
Page
2
Socorro county vies for state leadership as New Mexico politics show early 1912 speculation. Bryan looms as likely Republican candidate against Democrats. Statehood talk prompts swift action by New Mexico leaders. Socorro cites two years of progress and forecasts further improvements ahead.
Uncts Jax wins in Danville district amid continued pressure from rivals. The scene features a vivid image of a large black cigar belching brimstone like smoke as a motif of the ongoing conflict and tension around the protagonist.
Remembered outcome shows every Republican candidate in Socorro county won with an average majority over six hundred. Democrats in Socorro county are depicted as dwindling to near extinction, with commentary predicting their scarcity.
Rervess notes from the late election show Socorro county's population grew by four or five hundred over the past two years. The gain signals healthy growth rather than a boom, with expectations of a stronger record in the next two years.
The Deming Graphic recalls a prominent man who endured medical care for days after a defeat in 1896, recovered, and the following season received substantial support from the Republican Party to harvest a record apple crop.
The Roswell Record notes curiosity about the fate of the mohair trousers Texas Republicans sent to Judge Taft on his nomination. It cites New Mexico residents’ plan to gift another pair if he signs the statehood bill, asking what size to tailor.
A Democratic editor writes of the party's future as if unaware the organization lacks pride or posterity. Another editor mocks Taft's supposed “majority of 1,000,000,000,” noting the figures are too large yet echoes “Not yet, but soon.”
Ten newly elected Socorro county officials are urged to honor party pledges and serve the public with fidelity and zeal as they assume office. The party committed to this standard on their behalf and the public accepted the pledge.
The piece argues a Taft victory has sparked immediate economic revival with orders worth millions released, mills reopening, and thousands of workers earning full wages, while predicting a political grave for local officials not fulfilling duties. It contrasts with Bryan’s election, asserting prosperity hinges on Taft and predicting immediate improvements.
Last Saturday's football game between Agricultural College and School of Mines boosted the townspeople of Socorro and Las Cruces. The home team exceeded expectations, delivering a hard fought victory and strengthening friendly ties between the two institutions' students.
W V Henry of Panama Missouri asserts seven years of proof that Dr King's New Discovery cures coughs and colds and lung ailments. The world has thirty eight years of proof it helps la grippe asthma hay fever bronchitis and early consumption. Timely use prevents pneumonia. Sold with guarantee at druggists 50c and 1.00 Trial bottle free.
A mother's patient teaching on death and heaven is tested when young Newman asks what he will button his pants onto if only his soul goes to heaven. The humorous, poignant exchange reflects childhood interpretations of the afterlife and the gap between belief and daily life.
Advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills to prevent biliousness malaria and jaundice. Claims ease of liver and bowel trouble with a 25 cent price across druggists.
A sharp exchange centers on respect for fathers. One man defends his sire while another questions a speaker’s insult. The comment about resembling a father sparks a heated response.
A. F. Hardy of East Wilton Maine testifies that Bucklen's Arnica Salve cures sore boils ulcers and burns without fail over fifteen years. It has saved many doctor bills. Sold at druggists for 25 cents. Also available at The Chieftain office for fancy stationery.
Government funds to establish a 12 800 acre bison range north of the Jocko River near Ravalli and Jocko Montana receive 40 000 dollars in Congress appropriation. Ten thousand will finance fencing and shelters while 30 000 goes to landowners including many Indians. The American Bison Society drives the effort with support from University of Montana experts and local ranchers.
A fragmentary exchange from Pick Me Up repeats a demand for response with the question Is there anyone there. The terse dialogue hints at a crowdless scene and a plea for an answer, capturing a moment of anxious inquiry.
Notice of sale under writ of venditioni exponas issued by the District Court of the Third Judicial District of New Mexico. Sheriff Azacurto C. Anavria in Socorro County will auction the defendant Benjamin Robertson's interest in listed personal property to satisfy a judgment of 369.29 and costs, plus interest from November 1, 1908. Sale at 10 a.m. December 22, 1908, at the front door of the Socorro courthouse.
The Eclectic Medical Review and Finley Ellingwood M D affirm that Unicorn root Golden Seal and Holonia root comprise key ingredients in Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription. They claim the formula supports womb health, tones the female system, and helps with weakness and related disorders.
A newlywed friend asks how to address his wife's mother avoiding comic jokes about mother-in-law. Will Maupin responds from memory of his own marriage, recounting how he started by calling her Say and then Grandma in the first year.
A tense moment unfolds as a stranger advances toward a doorway where Mrs. O'Toole blocks entry with a rough stick. He politely asks for Mr. O'Toole, and she replies she is also looking for him, shifting the club in her grasp.
During a visit to Pocantico Hills Cardinal Logue was asked how many sermons a preacher could prepare in a week. He smiled and said a man of extraordinary ability could prepare one sermon, a man of average ability two, and a donkey could manage ten or twelve.
Special master announces sale of real estate in Socorro City New Mexico in a pending case where John E. Griffith is plaintiff and William D. Newcomb administrator. The property includes lots 30 through 38 in McCutchen Addition bounded by Tiffany Jota McCutchen Ave Cortesy and Vincent property with a plan to sell December 15 1904 at 2 PM for cash.
Pasual Chaves of Quemado New Mexico files final five year proof for Homestead Entry No 7692 02367 dated October 26 1903 for the southeast and southwest quarters of section 22 township 1 north range 13 west. Proof before BE H Sweet Socorro New Mexico on December 16 1908 with witnesses Amadio Luna Antonio Jose Lunactor Lopez Casimiro Montoya and Manuel R Otero assisting residence and cultivation proof.
Public auction to satisfy a Bernalillo District Court judgment against The Mogollon Gold & Copper Co. lists mining claims and mill equipment for sale at the Cooney post office in Socorro County on November 16, 1908 at 10 a.m. The sale covers multiple claims including Silver Fountain and Little Johnnie, plus substantial gear and buildings, with a total judgment of 2303.33 dollars damages and 40.42 dollars costs, interest calculated at 6 percent per year through sale date.
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