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Arizona miner., 1866-03-28
THE LAST PUBLIC WORDS OF PRES
 InENT LINCOLN

Tn an interesting paper by MT. OoliaN, Speaker of the House of Representative, which We print in another column, we are in- formed that Mir. Lincoln, just before he left the White House on the fatal night of his assassination had a conversation with gentle men comprising delegation from the West, with regard to the great mining interests of the Northwestern States and Territories, in which he used the following language;
 "I have,n said he, "very large ideas of the mineral wealth of our nation. believe it practically inexhaustihle, It abounds all ov- CT our Western country, from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific; and it's develop ment has scarcely commenced. During the war, when we were adding couple of mil lions of dollars every day to our national debt, did not care about encouraging the increase in the volume of our precious met ais. We had the country to save first But now that the rebellion is OyerthrOwn, and we know pretty nearly the amount of our debt the more gold and silver we mine makes the payment cf the debt SD much the easier. Now, ! am going Co encourage that n eYasy possible way. We shall have hrn- dreds of thousands of disbanded soldiers {; and many have feared that their return home
 in such great numbers might paralyze indus- try, furnishing suddenly a greater supply of
 labor than there will be demand for l am going to try 10 attract them to the hidden wealth of our mountain ranges, where there is room enough for all, Immigration. which even the war has not stopped, will land upon our shores hundreds of thousands more per year, from overcrowded Europe 1 intend to point them to the gold and silver that waits for them in the west Tell the miners for iHe that ! shall promote their interests Co the utmost of my ability, because their pros perity is the prosperity of the nation. And we shall prove, in a very few years that WIG are indeed the treasury of the world"
 So spoke, with almost his latest breath, this wise ruler and good man. He saw the immense value of the mineral resources of the great West, and it was his wise policy tc promote their development in every way he could.
 The "hundrels of thousands of disbanded soldiers of which he spoke, have returned peacefully to their homes, and their labor ha. fallen gently as snow-fiakes on the mighty extent of land over which it has heen ssat- tered, making no perceptible impression. The immigrants have come, but not in one tenth the number they are wanted, and q new and formidable competition for their la bor Aas arisen in the fertile but depopulated regions of the South, SO that the necessity for labor is greater than it ever was. Every consideration, then, that induced the de- parted chief to desire the promotion of immi- grafton, exists in strengthened form to-day, and the man who now occupies the exalted and responsible position of President will wisely and firmly pursue the policy of his predecessor.
 Let it then be known that the working man of every country is cordially welcomed to the United States by the Chief Magis- trate himself
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28
CALIFORNIA.

The proceedings of the California Eegisla- ture, now in session, cannot but impress the impartial observer with the great resources and interests of that State, and the intelli- gence and patriotism of her citizens. History affords no pa-allel for such rapid settlement and substantial development, and the record of none of the older States is more honorable. We have spoken against the Specific Contract Act, and we think it mistaken measure, in financial if not in a political sense, but the Legislative debates satisfy us that 1t is upheld by many truly loyal and sagacious men, and that difference in opinion upon the currency question must not be interpreted as affecting devotion to the Union or the constitution. The attitude of California during the war, despite this Gin our judgment) objectionable Act, was one of which her people can never Ge ashamed. From ihe beginning her vote was with the Government. and her daring and gallant sons were eager to be sent east to participate in the battles for the preservation of the republic. The few who were so sent won glorious record, while the numerous regiments promptly raised and stationed throughout the Pacific States and Territories, although not permitted to beara distinguished part, performed most important service for the country. Without them, just so many men must have been taken from the eastern armies.
 The liberality of California is proycrbial
 The gold of her gulches and hills is dispensed with lavish generosity. Who can forget the grateful sclegrams sent from the east by Dr. Bellows in acknowledgment of those sur prising donations to the Sanitary Commis- sion, or the amounts freely contributed when, as its representative, he passed through the State From the final report of the Commis- sion 1t appears that, of some four and a half millions of dollars contributed by the whole country, no less than q million and quarter or more than one-fourth, came from California. The enterprise, the public spirit. the natriot- ism, the fearlessness and the generosity of the Californian entitle him and his State to uni versal respect. But for these we much doubt whether Arizona would, to this time, have been, to any extent, either opened, settled or organized With due respect to our residents who are from the east and generally good men, we owe very much to those from the west, who, in most cases came here first and more used to rugged life and to the steps necessary to the opening of mineral country. have rendered the Territory inestinable ser vice. Of all our people, the majority are from California, and while We would not excite clanniSh feeling, or praise one class at the ex- pense of another, but promote the greatest unity and harmony among all our settlers. we them that while they are here steadily and successfully upbuilding a wealthy State, they have good reports that the work which they so well begun in the golden Com monwealth of their first love and pride, and for which they yet entertain the warmest affection, is prospering, and that California is winning additional distinction and influence in the sisterhood of States.
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28

COLONEL WRIGHr's MoyExENrs. - The Wilmington Journal has the following items:
 INDIAN FIGHr.-lntelligene has been re- ceived from Fort Breckinridge, under date of January 24th, that Colonel Thomas r. Wright 2d California infantry, has had fight with the Apachcs. On the 18th it was reported that about 100 Indians were assembled to- gether some 30 miles distant; ths, g,,ii,,;;;I with companies, consisting of TO men. im- medatefy started for them, and succeeded in killing l3 Indians; after which the band fled to the hills, when running fight of three or four hours duration took place, during which many Indians were killed and wounded Three villages were destroyed, and large quantity ot provisions was captured by the troops This band has been very trouble some; q fow weeks ago wagonmaster WAS killed by them, and the soldiers found the skn Of his mule in one of the Indian huts.
 INDIAN FIGHT.-Last week we published a report of Colonel Wrights fight with the Apaches. The report has since been con. iirmed. Twenty Indians were killed, inolud ing chief and b-chief-the first was killed by the Colonel six squaws were taken pris- oners; and four rancherias were destroyed, consisting of l50 wigwams. It is said that during the fight Colonel Wright and Adju- tant Winchelle both proved themselves well qualified to battle with the untamed Apache.
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28
TERRITORY or ARtzoNA
PKrscorr. Fehrnnrr oa lsfG' G :

Hon. Coles Bashford, Attorney General of Arizona:
 Slr--As there seems to be some doubt in the minds of some persons as to the legal right of the Territory to hold and sell the Territo- rial mining claims under the provisions of section 5l of chapter 50 of the Howell Code. will yon be kind enough to give me your opinion npnn the co,.sti.et:Gaali;y ;1f the law and the rights acquired under it by the Territory,
 With great respect, am yours truly,
 J. T, ALSAP,
 Territorial Treasurer.
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28
TERRITORIAL MINING CLAIMS.

Herewith we print the letter of the Terri torial Treasurer to the Attorney General, asking his opinion as to the validity of these claims. It will be seen that the Attorney. General is lucid and conclusive in his re- sfcnse that the titles are ,na;spu;ah!e. Le. no one fear to purchase at the ensuing sale
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28

Dt anie 10 piotccN OufsclNcc, anu Oo uNltf indifferent as to the presence of any military defenders.
 k--.-.s.- --- --~.-l-.--------------- f TERriroRnL MiNiNs CLAlms.--Thc sale of these claims, which has been advertised for some tiue, is to take place in Prescott, on Wednesdsy, the fourth of April. < great namber of claims will be offered, some of thtm upon lodes already known to be of much value. We trust that all talk of the insuili ciency of the Territorial title to these claims is at an end. If the Territory has a right to lcgislate at all upon tbe mines it certainly has right to these claims, and we have al- ways considered their reservation and sale a source of revenue of which none can complain. The Attorney General has given it as his opinion that the titles are entirely good. Upon the matter of legislation concerning the mines 1t would seem that most of the States and Territores take the view of our fret Legislatnre. s,t the recent miners con yention in California resolution advising legislation onthe part of the State was adopted by a vote of l0s yeas to 5S nays, and we ob- serve that several bills have been proposed in the Legislature. Action is also taken in Col orado and Nevada, which goes to show that Arizona was but little in advance of the times, and that our mining law, in all its pro- visions, (incuding the Territorial claims, is not likely to be pronounced illegal by any tribunal. Indeed, it is our opinion that the early adoption of reasonable laws by all the mineral States and Territories will be apt to limit, if not entirely prevent, the dreaded interference of Congress with our mining 1 interests.
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28

ARIZONA MINER R.n-The ARIZONA MINER has been enlarged to double its former size, and is now n very handsome and valuable pa per. We are glad to see their evidence of prosperity, and we trust that the advertising community here will not forget the MISER when making up their lists. The explorers who carry printing presses into new Terriio I1es are among the most useful men in the country--S r Americaa Fiog.
 What will those correspondents of the Flag who have been so fond of abusing the MINER say to this iist-rate editorial notice We think we hear some of them gnashing ther teeth.
 Greenbaeks taken at par at the AriIona Miner nffle.
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28


 IMPORTANT TO CoSrRAcToRs.-Thc follow. ing sections of the laws of the United Statos in regard 10 contracts, is published Ter ;he information of those concerned
 SEc. lG. 4ad te i fsftBsy e,aofl3. That whenever any contractor for subsistence, clothing, arms, ammunition, munitions of war, and for every description of supplies for the army or navy Of the United Stater, sltail be found guilty by court-msrtial of fraud or vi. ful neglect of duty, he shall be punished by fine, Imprisonment or such other puni,lfueBt as the court-martial shall adiudec and any person who shall contract to furnish supplies of any kind or description for the army of ha- " he shdN be deemed and f1loi 0s q J,ad of l, laad Or Rarai forces Qf he Uaaed Satrs, for which he shall contract to furnish said sup plies, and be subject 10 the rules and regula- tions for the government of the land and na- val forces of the United States
 SEC. l7. AEd be h Jptb,r eaoc'ed, That the President of the United States be. and here by K, authorized and requested to dismiss and discharge from the military service. eith- CT m the army, navy, marine corps or volun- teer force, in the United States service. any officer for any cause which, in his indgmeni. either renders such officer unsuitable for. or whose dismission would promote, the public service.
 Approved July r, 1862.
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28
MORE ABOUT orAIrz MILLS.

In addition to the estimats of the cost of quartz mills given in our lst, we print, for the benefit of our readers, th following letter from the Superintendent of he Vulcan Iron Works company, of San Francisco, originally written to the editor of the Mining Ns,rs, of Philadelphia. It will be deserved that the mills referred to are for woikmg silver ore |:
 VuLcAN TaoN WoRIs COMPANY
 l31 and l39, Flint street,
 SAN FRANciSco, September 20, 1865. Sir-ln answer to your letter of August <, as to what is the best machinery for working silver ores, the cost, etc, etc, what size of mill can be depended upon for working 2 tons per day, l give the following mills, with their cost:
 batteries, of stamps each, |, . S3,G0o, 10 Hepburn < Peterson Pans, %. 5,5O0, ] Hepburn < Peterson Soparators,
 slaves included, .......... 1000, Countershafting and Pulies for
 mlll, ..,........ ....... tuN, l Retort for ,00o lbs. amalgam, 2j0, Piping, ,................... ljO, Engine, lGx5d, with selfadjusting
 cut OH, ,..... .,.. ......,. S,OUl, ! Boiler, 950 fvct uf surface, ..... 22,Go,
 ar -Sb
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28

be able to protect ourselves, and be quite indifferent as to the presence Of any military defenders.
Arizona miner., 1866-03-28

cresnbaeks taken at par at the AriieHa Miner Ofricc.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

LECTURE ON DoGs.-The dog is a
faithful animal. So our books told us
when we went to school, Such has been
our experience since, and it must be So
A dog is useful in his place-but his
place is not in a church, where he an
noys the preacher, horri6es the old folks,
lodges the sexton and makes mischiev-
GUS urchins grin. Yesterday morning a
religiously inclined dog followed some
body into St. Peters Church, and at a
solemn part of the service yelped several
times to the annoyance of the congrega-
ton. We do not know what made him
yelp-whether a sacrilegious boy pulled
his narrative or a six-footer trod on his
corns, it matters not, but utter an excla-
nation of pain in unmistakable tones he
did. This caused Father Rockford at
end Of the mass to make few remarks
on a subject that is seldom touched in
ehurch-dogs. He told the congrega-
ton that they were not obligated to
bring their dogs to church; that they
should try and keep their animals away
from them when they started for church
but if the association that connected
and the ties that bound them to their
dogs were so close that they could not
be separated during divine service, it
would be better for both master and dog
10 stay at home than go TO church and
interrupt the exercises. His remarks
were listened to with marked attention,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12
FOR SALE.

v,oR sALE.-ANY ONE WITH SUFFI-
Gent capital, and well recommended. can
purchase a one-third interest in frst,class
Drug Store in Memphis. Inquire at AS Main
street, for particulars. A.
For RENT, CHEAP.-.A large and well mo 1o
ished Basement. Inquire as above. 20
suit purchasers. at No.. Madison street. u
NOR sALE.-TYPE METAL DIETER
than babbet) for sale low, by
WHITM0RE BROS.
PUBLIC LEpGER Office:
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12
NOTICES.

NrOTICE.-ALL PERSONS ARE HEREBY
IN notified to not trade for the following
notes, viz: One note dated October Il, lS63. Tor
four hundred dollars. due sixty days alter Date,
note dated October 10, 1856, for four hundred
dollars, due thirty days after date, in favor Of
/. j. Way, signed by us. As the considerations
for which said notes were given have not been
complied with. $50 ]. w. A. JONES W.
MOTICE,-TO ALL WHOM 1T MAY CON
Y Germ: l will apply for Letters Of Admins
tration on the estate of William +, Walsh, de-
ceased. at the December term. 1866, OF the
County Court of Shelby County, Tennessee,
"a j. A. ANDEhooN.
NT0TICE OF DISS0LUTI0N.-THE FIRM
~ heretofore existing under the name OF SUP
MANN. MAYER IL CO., has this day been dis,
solved by mutual consent, by the withdrawal Of
T. SIJSMANN.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12


The Great Need Supplied !-Pills have been
swallowed in millions. Salves have been rubbed
in by the pound. DIR. MAGoIEL's two grand
specifics are putting an end to lthis wholesale
system Of medication. One of his famous pills
is a dose. Il box ofhis healing salye is of more
value, as remedy for ulcerous and eruptive
diseases. than ships cargo Of the ointments
advertised to cure everything. but are all, in
fact. either useless or deleterious.
DIR. MAGGRIt' motto is CONCENTRATION. He
has placed in the smallest compass the active
principle of the most potent vegetable specifics.
There is no mineral in his Pills-they do not
gripe-they do not cnfeeble. They create
vigorous appetite. and corrcspondinglystreng
en- the digestion. They tune the liver. clear
the head and steady the nerves.
No form of scrofuIous disease can resist the
disenfectcnt operation Of the Salye. Tumor
Assesses, Salt Rhcum, Boils, Pimples, Pus-
tules. ETC.. are thoroughly eradicatcd by this
unryaled medicine. In fact. MAGGIELs Bill
ToUs, DYsPEPTIC and DIARRHEA Pills cure
where all others fail. While for Burns. Scalds.
Chilbains, Cuts, and all abrasions of the skim
Maggiel's Salve is infalliblc. Sold by J. Mag
gel. 43 Fulton street. New York. and all Drug
gists. at Is cents per box. 4-l49
Errors of Youth.-A gentleman who suffered
for years from Nervous Debility. Premature
Decay. and all the effects of youthful indis-
cretion, will for the sake Of suffering humanity.
send free to all who need it, the receipt,and di-
rections fer making the simple remedy by which
he was cured. Sufferers wishing to profit by
the advertisers experience, can do so by add
DRESSING in perfect confidence,
JOHN Ii. OGDEN,
1aw-m-95 No. ~ Cedar ST., New York.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

ALL QUIEr.-The Police Commission
ers are beginning to breathe freely, as
no "big thing" has been brought forward
by their enemies for several days. Mr..
Marchand's version of the ring case does
not rebound to the credit Of Sheriff Win
tiers or Attorney General Wallace, who
doubtless thought they we're doing their
duty to the public by the course they
pursued. Ais quiet around the ring.
What next2
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12
TO ADvERTIsERS.

The PUBLIC LEDGER now has byJdr
the largest circulation Of ANY daily
newspaper published in the State OF Ten
nessee, and offers, therefore, advantages
to advertisers not possessed by any
other journal in the State. This is a fact
which should not be lost sight of by the
advertising public.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12
COPARTNE RSHIP.

COMPREHENSIVE.
rr,uE UNDERSIGNED HAVE THIS DAY
formed acopartnership under the firm name
-" MAYER, MARSHUETz & CO.,
Corner of Second and Jefferson streets. lmpor-
tiers and Dealers in
Havana and Domestic Se2ars,
ToBACCoS, PIPES AND
SIN ER - A r. I'll Giles.
We shall continue to keep one of the largest
stocks in the South. Returning our thanks for
mast favors shown US, we respectfully solicit a
A. MAYER,
A. G.. MARSHUETZ,
LEO. MARSHUETZ.
Sole Agent for " Flower Of the World" Natu-
raj Leaf. On
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

ELECTION RUMoR There is a rumor
aAoat that an election for representative
will shortly be held to fill the vacancy
occasioned by the resignation of W. R.
Moore, who refuses to take the seat right.
fully belonging to Dan. Abe.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

CONFIRMATION Right Reverend
DR.. Feehan, Catholic Bishop Of this do
cese, will administer the sacramento OF
confirmation at St. Mary's Church next
Sunday morning, and at St. Peters on
the Sabbath following.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

PIcKPocKETs AROUND. - Keep your
hands on your pocket-book when you are
in crowd. Three gentlemen lost theirs
at the postofice, yesterday, by somebody
else getting his hand on their money car
riers. Losses slight.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12
HALLWAY, SMITH & Co.

SHOULD any of our readers desire any
thing in the line of carpenter work done,
they would do well to refer to the card,
in another column, of Mr.. N. F. Norton.
He is prompt, good workman, and his
prices are always reasonable. 10
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

PITrsBURG CoAL.-Briggs & Peterson,
Office Ii Madison street. Branch office,
34l Main street,. B. Moseley, agent.
We are the only coal merchants who
weigh on the city scales. ~
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

FALSE ALARM. The alarm Of fire
sounded about eight o clock last evening
was caused by man lighting his pipe in
Pinch. An excited individual saw the
flame, thought the mans house was on
fire, and ran to the No. engine house.
The fire department turned out promptly,
but were not needed the man and his
pipe both being out before their arrival.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

OUR JOB OFFIcE.-The PUBLIC LEDGER
job printing department has been lately
supplied with the latest and most ap-
proved patterns of type, borders and
presses, and is better prepared than ever
to accommodate the mercantile public.
Our prices will continue to be the most
reasonable in the city, while our work is
guaranteed to give satisfaction. We have
the only complete printing office in the
city, ard will continue to give our Gus
toners inducements no others in this
market can afford. Call and see. I
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

POLICE USIFoRN-The new uniform
for the police is being distributed today,
and they will appear in their new rigging
tomorrow to the delight Of their friends
and sWeethearts.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

SULLIVAN AcQuiTTED.-The trial Of
Patrick Sullivan for the murder Of James
Todd was, concluded in the Criminal
Court at late hour on Saturday evening,
the jury returning the verdict of not
rnilfv
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

A CoAT THIEF.-Sam Rawlings, ne
gro by color and thief by nature, was
arrested yesterday for stealing coat
from Pat. 0'Brien. Sam will probably
90 TO Brownlow's headquarters.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

A RARE CuAycE.-A well-establ'shed
clothing business for sale, situated on
Main street, in the center Of the business
portion of Columbus, Mss. Lease and
possession given Immediately. Salts
factory reasons given for closing out
For further particulars apply to
G2 s. M. CANS, Columbus, Miss.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

BALLooEIsrIc.-Mr. Pierce did not 60
up in the air with his machine on Satur-
day. The sky was too cloudy, the
ground too muddy, the air too damp,
and the rain too heavy. But if the clerk
of the weather had reversed things it is
doubtful if he would have assembled. A
Cincinnati man named Peterson claim
ing to have "big thing on the young
eronaut, arrested him and attached the
balloon.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12
Money Market.

The gold market is gradually declining, and
was all lastweek. Brokers were not willing to
pay over 1927 this morning. City Scrip is dull
at 20 to 70. The money market rules close and
loans command "a per cent. a month. negotia-
ted ON the street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-11-12

PITTsBURG Coal AND GAS COKE.
Brown & Jones, Office 247 Second street.
Branch Office 376 Main street-R. C..
Hite, agent 69