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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1906
Page
2
The Bursum machine issues another county ticket as the last opposition wanes. Democrats who oppose it are few, feeling solitary in stance and outmatched by the prevailing political force.
The Land of Sunshine endured a strong storm and cold wave at the week's start. When compared with other regions, New Mexico's climate is highlighted for its enduring salubrity.
Ma Axprins has been reelected as the territory’s delegate to Congress from New Mexico. The focus shifts to how Mr Andrews can silence criticism by matching or exceeding his prior achievements in the territory during a second term. The outlook is optimistic that he will deliver comparable progress.
A reader argues Republicans broke election laws in Torrance county and urges penalties, while urging equal treatment for Democratic offenses in Grant county where 238 Mexican citizens were allegedly voted for Democratic candidates.
Last Saturday AutHoven football match with the School of Mines produced no victory but fostered renewed cordiality between the college students and the residents of Socorre. The outcome deepened loyalty to the institution among both communities, a state of affairs highly desirable.
The Optic commends Las Vegas officials for compelling property owners to build wood sidewalks and crossings. Socorro lags but may improve soon. Mayor Bursum is praised for expanding water supply and upgrading service with help from civic-minded citizens, putting key streets in first class condition. Socorro’s progress is questioned.
A perceptive note warns that genuine reform projects may be driven by factions to overthrow rivals or pursued with zeal that backfires. It cautions that even sincere reformers can destroy their own party while trying to fix abuses, likening zeal to burning a barn to smoke out rats.
A fragment discusses criticizing party abuses while preserving the party if possible and destroying it only if necessary. It references a man and a barn, noting the latest state is worse than the first. The tone suggests a call for reform within political factions.
Tre Curminars urges reliance on the new Republican officers as they assume county duties January 1. The Chieftain notes the reform movement's ascent heightens accountability and calls for extreme care and prudent governance to meet public expectations.
In the first month of the Russia Japan war the text stresses preparation as crucial for individuals and nations. It praises early treatment for colds, touts Chamberlain Cough Remedy, and includes assorted humorous and social observations before noting a success story of St Albans WV and Electric Bitters as a cure.
A column of curious folk remedies from India touts animal parts and herbs for ailments, including tiger claws for luck, deer horn paste for pain, and scorpion tails on waists to ward off illness. It also recounts a Kentucky man’s cure with Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption, plus various ads for medicines, mosquito leprosy theories, arnica salve, and a joke about a tough chicken. Subscriptions urged for The Chieftain.
The article traces the sacred crocodile cult in Fayum Egypt, detailing Crocodilopolis later known as Arsinoe. It describes Medinet’s surroundings, the archaeic ruins beneath mounds, and the burial of sacred crocodiles in the labyrinth’s underground tombs beside embalmed pharaohs.
A bilious attack left a reader unable to work for two days. After trying his family doctor’s treatment without relief, he took three Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets and felt like a new man the next day. Also notes a Glasgow firm receiving a Baghdad dispatch about a delayed European mail due to a camel incident and a Victorian village anecdote about the queen’s age.
A reliable medicine to keep at home for immediate use. It prevents the attack when given as soon as a child becomes hoarse or after a croupy cough appears. For sale by all druggists.
Mrs Newrich of New York and Mrs Emerson Saltonstall of Boston exchange questions about bathing during a recent Atlantic City visit. Saltonstall notes she planned to bathe but another woman was already using the ocean.
A reflective quote attributed to Henry Drummond emphasizes that life’s standout moments arise when actions arise from love and directed kindness.
A quoted refusal to admit guilt is cited as police persecution ruining Higgins life. He recalls being arrested a year ago while claiming he was not doing a blessed thing. The Catholic Standard notes his entanglement and plea for sympathy amid the legal scrutiny.
Ad reads Dr Pinner Favorite Presort claimed to aid new mothers by prepping the system for birth and easing delivery. It warns against patent medicine secrecy and touts safety with listed ingredients. An offer promises a free little book and sample card or letter request.
A Philadelphia Press item quotes a restaurant cashier urging a customer to stop arguing after paying for a meal. The patron concedes, suggesting they forgive the costly dining experience if the dispute is dropped.
Mt Elgin Ontario merchant Thos George reports he sells more Chamberlains Cough Remedy than all other lines combined and has had no returns on dozens sold under guarantee. He praises the medicine and notes personal use with his family. France’s roads praised as lasting Napoleonic monuments to foresight and shrewdness.
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