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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1903
Page
2
The piece condemns widespread land frauds and thievery as a hardy plant thriving despite conditions. It contrasts allegiance to principle with endorsing corrupt political methods, noting nearly 4 million immigrants arrived in the past year and questions the nation’s ability to assimilate them into good citizens.
A compilation of quotes attacking territorial tutelage and corruption. Hearst argues territories deserve self rule while other voices condemn graft in New Mexico and critique press honesty. Notes on canal privilege pricing and corporate overreach contrast with calls for justice and federal action.
The Hearst party tour of New Mexico is expected to advance statehood efforts and energize the territory. The piece notes locals are progressive and diversified, with products beyond cactus and jackrabbits.
A late Industrial Advertiser column notes support for Hearst in New Mexico and hints at Republican praise to back him. It cites Socorro Chieftain on objections signaling merit and McCutchen’s political critics, suggesting editors’ influence and mixed reactions to newspaper critique.
A National Labor Department study finds cost of living up about one sixth while wages rise in tandem, arguing laborers overall fare better though fixed salaries lag. The piece notes a social leveling, with salaried workers losing ground as skilled labor wages boost households and education, altering class lines. It also endorses Chamberlain's Pain Balm as a topical antiseptic for wounds and lacerations, claimed to speed healing.
An observer recounts deer leaping a seven foot high fence on a steep ridge in Glen Quoich and later describes Japanese deer escaping and reentering a deer park. The stalker notes the first two stags cleared the fence, the third flipped over, then the herd regrouped.
The remedy is praised for curing colds and grippe, preventing pneumonia, and treating croup and whooping cough. It contains no opium, is safe for babies and adults, and is easy to take. Widely esteemed by people at home and abroad, it remains a trusted choice. Also included is a humorous anecdote about a hunting dog and an interrogation pointer.
Mrs Pilmer of Cordova Iowa reports her child’s severe croup improved quickly with Chamberlains Cough Remedy and many neighbors share the view preferring it for children. For sale by all druggists. Fine exclaimed Citiman after a trombone solo then dismissed the trick horn as a stunt.
Anecdotes about the late painter James Whistler surface as he misses a friend's wedding due to a telegram. The piece then cites a quip from Howard Paul about a dog and tail wagging. It shifts to a promotion for Youth's Companion noting its continued merit, international coverage, and a free 1904 subscription offer with remaining 1903 issues and a colored calendar. Boston Mass publisher address included.
Wake Ark minister Rev Jno S Cox says he suffered yellow jaundice for twelve years despite many doctors and medicines. After using Electric Bitters he believes he is cured. The ad touts Electric Bitters for liver and kidney trouble, stomach disorders, and general debility, priced at 50 cents and guaranteed by druggists.
At the last Milwaukee city council meeting Alderman Schilling proposed a naphtha lamp at Twenty third and Hadley streets to let residents see the electric lamp hanging there. The wry resolution was sent to the lighting committee for consideration.
In a dialogue from New York Weekly the idea of fashion returning to brass knockers on front doors is explored. Miss Reader muses on the strangeness of such a change while Mr Sardonique notes that knockers always function, contrasting with electric bells.
A Philadelphia Press excerpt records a humorous exchange where Clubb calls a claim of being detained until midnight a bare-faced lie and Newitt accuses the statement of ridiculousness, noting the lie had whiskers years ago.
A distressed woman narrates enduring pain and fatigue from illness. She recalls trying four doctors and failing to work, then credits Dr. Pierce's Favorite Medicine with easing her condition. The ad touts healing for nerves, inflammation, ulcers, and digestion, and promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as a desirable laxative for delicate women.
In a border town case described by a Washington Post note, an eastern lawyer asked the judge to charge the jury after presenting evidence. The judge quipped he would not charge them anything, saying jurors do not know much and should have all they can get. Delegate Smith adds the Arizona anecdote.
Otto Dodd of Ponder Missouri writes that a year long sore was cured by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. He claims it is the best salve on earth and notes it costs 25 cents at all druggists.
A Philadelphia Record item quotes a girl who must wear her sister’s cast-off skirts while other girls wear leaves. The exchange depicts a child’s poor attire and social contrast through a wry, bleak joke.
A fragmentary OCR block lists SOCORRO COUNTY officials and city figures including John Greenwald as Commissioner, Abran Contreras Carpio Padilla as Sheriff, Leandro Baca as Treasurer & Collector, H. G. Baca as County Clerk, Bolealo A. Pino as Assessor, Benjamin Sanches as Probate Judge, Mauricio Miera as Supt. Public School, and A. C. Torres with City of Socorro. Names like J. E. Grifith, m, Cooney, Abeyta, T. Brown, A. B. Fitch appear in rough order.
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