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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1906
Page
2
In New Mexico strong support builds for W H Andrews to win a second term as delegate to Congress. He is praised for pensions for Civil War veterans, funding for a Albuquerque public building and park land, and active advocacy for the territory.
A northern New Mexico snowstorm caused Carrie Nations to fail to appear as scheduled, leaving observers puzzled by the disruption and unclear about the next steps.
No harm seen in President Roosevelt recommending extraordinary precautions to ensure accurate vote counting for statehood. The advice, though not required, reflects concern over New Mexico enfranchisement and potential irregularities in tallying.
In the northern territory towns claim they felt less snow disruption than nearby communities. Socorro residents meanwhile enjoy unusually mild autumn weather amid the seasonal snap.
Judge Freeman could win big if Socorro county supporters secure voting in his district. Foreman has received the nomination for councilman from the Carlsbad district.
The piece notes Socorro County has begun paying down debt under the present administration and argues for continued Republican control. It identifies W. B. Cu roges as the regular Republican nominee for the Albuquerque district council, likely to win, and praises Mr. Childers as a valuable member of the next legislative assembly due to familiarity with local conditions.
The territorial debt fell from about 1.3 million to around 750 thousand under the Republican administration. The author argues that Republican governance has not been as bad as detractors claim.
Citizens are urged to fund a high quality library for Socorro's public schools. The plan promises valuable benefits and priority access to top-tier entertainments, with an appeal for broad community support and liberal participation.
An antiseptic dressing is said to heal wounds bruises and burns rapidly by preventing maturation and reducing inflammation. The ad touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm as an antiseptic that eases pain prevents blood poisoning and promises savings and convenience for home use.
Blood poisoning from chronic constipation described as cured by Dr King’s New Life Pills. The ad claims elimination of poisons, restoration of vigor, and relief from sour stomach, nausea, headache, dizziness, and colic without griping. 25c guaranteed by Socorro Drug and Supply Co.
Narrative describes lava floods surrounding homes and vineyards as residents seek safety with prayers to Our Lady of Sorrows. Faithful endure with litany while lava advances destroying cottages and villas, a single woman narrowly escapes a deadly crater.
A Missouri court scene features a stylish young man who drinks water at the bar, then returns with a parchment to prove admission to practice. The judge, initially indignant, is silenced by the man’s claim and request to drink from the official pitcher, ending with the man obtaining water. Also advertised are Electric Bitters claimed to cure dyspepsia and restore vitality.
An advertisement urges women to trust Dr. Peroe's Favorite Prescription for relief from weakness nervous pain and suffering. It claims no alcohol or narcotics and lists ingredients with supposed professional endorsements and free ingredient lists on request to Dr. BY. Ploree Buffalo NY.
A senior named Jones, weary of boarding house fare, preps for commencement while Robbins plans to dine at the Clemenses. Jones resents the intrusion yet learns procrastination hinders business and personal plans as Dustin Stax reflects on making a pile before an investigation. Fresh vegetables at Winkler's.
A Southern visitor accuses a new rate bill of abolishing Jim Crow and naming ex Senator Chandler to enforce it. Tillman deflects while Chandler sits nearby. Separate ad copy touts Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for indigestion. Dialogue-style snippets end with sisterly banter.
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