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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1908
Page
2
Citizens in Socorro, once touted as the best city in New Mexico, closely follow events hoping the Gem City will soon reclaim its past prestige and standing.
A quip from Mr. Bursum predicts Democrats will face unusual trouble in the coming year. Those familiar with his track record note his political forecasts often come true, a fact that may alarm the uninitiated.
The editorial notes that New Mexico’s admission to statehood hinges on federal politics and asserts that chances are far better if Mr Andrews is re elected than if Mr Larrazolo wins. It frames the choice as crucial to the territory’s future status in Congress.
Citizens of Socorro County are urged to contribute their best efforts for the fair's opening. The piece emphasizes maintaining enthusiasm from dawn to dusk across all days, calling on every resident to work and boost the event.
In a letter of acceptance Mr. Andrews vows to secure statehood within a year and liberty for Americans, while critics question what his true efforts signify and whether Larrazo lo would be a stronger delegate than any New Mexico citizen. The piece critiques political promises and delegate choices amid debate.
The passage argues that no one in New Mexico can do more for the territory than one man, yet asserts a single wise choice between two men is possible, noting that voters have previously shown discernment in such decisions.
Public sentiment strengthens for Mr. Andrews as delegate, with supporters arguing his past service outweighs opponents' efforts to shift focus. Voters’ mature judgment is trusted to favor his re election as the campaign advances and doubts about rivals persist.
The Albuquerque Citizen remarks that Larrazolo remains the only original pure Castilian Noble Spaniard, tracing his background from Mexico to Texas and now New Mexico. The piece highlights his enduring native identity and singular lineage.
Mr John White of 38 Tigh land Ave Houston Maine reports annual winter cough relief after using Dr King’s New Discovery Bought a bottle last winter and again this winter a few doses banished the cough He praises the cough and lung remedy and notes a trial bottle is free with standard 50c and 1 00 prices Another anecdote tells of longevity tales from North Carolina and a funeral trip by an elderly couple
P J Daly of 1246 W Congress St Chicago promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic to strengthen the body. He testifies his elderly feeble mother gained flesh overcome insomnia and grows stronger after using the remedy which treats stomach liver and kidney complaints.
Johnny Green recalls his father in New York saying the eye-teeth cost nearly 4300 to cut. The exchange prompts a discussion with his mother about the time spent at the dentist.
A newlywed husband mocks his wife for broiling a steak too well and the couple avert a cyclone as the exchange turns humorous. J C Goodwin of Reidsville NC touts Bucklen arnica salve for ulcers, claiming it healed a leg sore with no scar after a summer incident.
A luncheon conversation between two women references Colonial Dames membership as one forgets her ancestor names yet notes long lineage. An unrelated ad claims Kings New Life Pills ease stomach and liver issues, priced 28 cents, with dealer praise for a painting described as a Landseer log.
In a Melbourne assault trial instruments including a club rail ax handle knife and shotgun were shown as the tools of the deed. The injured man defended with a scythe revolver pitchfork chisel hand saw and a dog. The jury said they would have paid a sovereign each to see the fight. The church sexton seems absent minded as he passed the funeral’s collection plate yesterday.
Petra Torres de Silva widow and heir of Anastacio Silva seeks final proof for a small holding in Lemitar New Mexico under act provisions. Witnesses listed are Juan Silva Dona Co Silva Ramon Silva Tomas Silva of Carthage New Mexico. Proof before Ki H Sweet in Socorro on Sept 23 1908. Public protest and cross examination rights noted. Eugene Van Patten, Register.
The Ozark Smelting and Mining Company applies for a United States patent to the Miriam Lode group of mines in Magdalena District Socorro County New Mexico. The Miriam 15 percent Lode and Edward McGee Lode are described with specific bearings distances and surface boundaries. Adjoining claims and net area figures are listed, with original and amended locations referenced in local record books.
The notice details conflicting lodes including Pelican, Leader, Eureka No 2, Two Deuces Tip Top and Irene in Socorro county. Total Edward McGee Lode area 18583 acres with 388 acres in conflict with Tip Top and 4294 with Two Deuces. Net Edward McGee area 14001 acres. Original Edward McGee location recorded Book 14 page 489 amended Book 64 pages 40 41 Las Cruces Land Office July 11 1908.
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