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Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

Our allotted time is, according to the scriptures three score years and ten. but an added clause extends it, under certain conditions, to four score. Itis not a little singular in view of the provision to see how far our leading men come from enjoying their full lease of life. Han cock who recently died was only 6,; Grant died a, the age of s; Mcclellan at sS; Geo. H. Thomas al s4; Halleck at s7; Hooker at Go; Meade at s7 and Burnside at little less than 60. All were men of endurance and vigor, excep- tionally so no doubt and yet three score years seems to have marked the limit Q their lives. Are we filling our graveyard faster than the Jews or even our daddies did?
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
Five wears ago Mrs. Herneman. .

Five years ago Mrs. Hernen,an, wife of William, submitted to a divorce for which he applied on the grounds that she had borne no children. William soon afterward married again, and nov has two children. About two months ago he removed to Milwaukee from Michigan, where be had divorced his flrst vie. A few days later his first wife arrived in Milwaukee and begged so piteusly to be near her former husband. whom she still said she loved more than life, thst MT. Herneman and his present wife took her in as housekeeper. They are nov all h.;ng under the same roof, and the forme wife seems to be exceedingly grateful fof Der privileges and fond of her former hnsAsnd's children.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
OsX Lassle 0ailoo.

No one has been able to explain why
 it is that man feels he is more likely te get up in time in the morning by keep
 ing his watch or clock a quarter of an
 hour fast.
 Never despise a friend because he happens to have grown rich. Go to him. take him aside, tell him gently of his faults, and ask him to lend you five dol lars,
 Little things fret and worry us. A three year old boy may keep a man in perfect misery, whereas the presence of his eighteen year old sister would be considered boon.
 A scientific chap says angle worms do not suffer when put on the hook. They vriggle about out of pure joy, we sup pose, the same as a man does when a good looking woman steps on his cornx
 That's rather unique looking paper weight you have there," said Alpha, indicating a curiously shaped article lying on the table of his friend Omega -Ye&" said the latter, sying it critically, 'Yeu know they have begun to teach cooking in the schools. and this is a  doughnut baked by ny sister Clio, after taking only six lessons m the domestic art
 At a revival the clergyman asked those who wanted to be prayed for tostand up. Quite a number rose to their feet, and after the services were closed one lady was heard asking another at the door: "Why didn't you sand up1 I wouldn't have missed the opportunity for any thing" Opportunity for whatr "Why l for standing up there and showing oif | your sealskin sacquel There wasn't an other in the whole church"
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

One of the most reqarkable families in the United States is that Nf the Fields. They have recently had reunhsn a, the house of David Dudley Field M Ns~ Yofk City. One of then. Stephen, x one of the oldest members of the United States supreme court. another, Cyrus W. is the we'll known millionaire and pro- motor of the original Atlantic cable; a third, Henry M., is leading divine of the Presbyterian church and editor of one of the most influential papers, while David Dudley is recognized as one ot the very ~bless lawyers at the American bar. Another remarkable circumstance is the fact that all four brothers have pass ed the allotted three score years and ten and yet are robust and healthy. All begun life poor and have earned their success
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

The president has sent a messags to the senate on the Chinese question. He saysthe condition of the Chinese in the western states and territories is far from being satisfactory. All the power of the government should be exerted to main tain the amplest good faith towards China in the treatment of these men, and inAexible sterness of law in bringing wrong doers to justice should be insisted on. Every effort has been made by the government to prevent violent outbreaks and the president says he is prepared to give earnest consideration to any further remedial measures within treaty limits which the wisdom of congress may de- sire
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
TIE caa1sss sssssaou.

Money n scarce here, msre e than 1t has been for . leg time, and t is m ecdef 6sE us @ discuss the situation with . view of improving our mooetazy condition If ve cannot induce the in- vestment of mere capital from the out side world, it is at least worth cur best efforts to inake the nest of the means st eur command by allowing no waste of our scanty circulating medium. The banks aad the szpcess company could tell If they would hov much money s sent froa Prescott to China every month in the year, aevsr to return It is fact which canaos be denied that our Chinese absorb . large proportion Of the cash daily paid oss by our white population, and 1t is equally undeniable that most of the money 90 pad to them is forever lost to us; vampire-like they suck our lfe blood and leave us in an exhausted condition; they are . constant drain on our resources and may be compared to the leak in our city reservoir. which leaves it nearly empty in spite of csn- stans pumping The money paid to Chinese, if paid to white working people. would be by them returned to circula- tion, beside enabling them to raise their familes. the community would sufes no loss and . healthier state of i9airs would be the result.
 If, therefore. it is desirable that the Chinese should be induced to leave, the question nsxt in order is, how can this des,deratun be accomphshed1 Not by violence or unlawful means, for we are law abiding people and such ways would be repugnant to our feelingp and nofe- over would not win.
 A course thaa promises is the organiza- ton of those ef us whose interests suder the most from the presence of the heath ems in our midst; this organization as soon as if would deem itself strsog enough fer action, would adopt such measures as would, in the opinion of its members bs Dost conducive to the bus banding of our circulating medium, and lo the abatement of the Chinese nui- sance. rEPHEN C. NAlcou.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

When asked "Whas constitutes an American citizen9" General Grant repi- ed: "He is an American vho believes that our political rights are not grantl from superiors to interiors. but such as flow out of the order and constitution ol nature. He is an American citizen who believes that the power to sust ain this government is not physical not leglsla- tive, but . moral force which has the energy and majesty of law. He is an American citizen who believes in the separation of Church and State, and who has the courage to stard up for his religious principles and maintain them to the last"
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
AsK rns eaAun yU.x.

The Mohave county Miner makes fur. ther ch>sss. against Marshal Meade, including one that. through his deputies, he has actually furnished the vey msaey with which whiskey was purchased and given to Indians andfoe the purchasing of whica with money furnished by . deputy marshall two men are nov incar- cerated tn Yuma Such . charge. on the tace of it, looks vezy improbable -EpitaPh
 If the democratic editor of the above republican sheet doubts the truth of the above statement . note for inforn, stion, to the foreman of the lafe grand jury at Prescott. Col C P. Head, might enlighten him on the subject
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
kzr . . D000osUs.

During Arthurs administration Gen. Van vlies vas leading figure, as he is nov. He vas strong Republica an, and and every one is nov surprised to see him in 90 close with the Democratx Still every one likes Van Vlet. and an army officer should have no pooics. But to my story. The day after Cleveland vas inaugurated Ceneralvan vliet appeared at the White House and began to instruct, ip the presence of others, Colonel Lamont as to how he aud the President should carry on the administration, especially in the social way. Alter he had gone en at some length, one of the bystandess, who vas . statesman of some promin- ence, spoke up:
 And pray how long have ysu been a democrat, General Van Vliet|
 '.Since yesterday noon, sir, " vas the reply.-Washington Corespondence.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
TIE KKHFUCRY VRHDRFfA

'Thefe is blood on our hands which cannot be concealed ee rubbed out, says the Louisville C0urisr-J Journal, which fer years has tried beth to con- ceal the blood and rub it out
 The blsod is that which has been shed in what the novclists call 'the Kentucky vendetta" It is high time that the leading journal in the south should admit and deplore this blood shed, and it is . healthy sign of . reviving public purity which demands that it shall cease.
 The Courier Journal goes on further to say that practically all attempts to punish crime has beea abandoned Cnme is licensed by the non-enforce- ment of the law. Bail is given in nur- der cases under an assumed discretion of the judge. Men accused of murder can have a change of venue and they may pack jury at will, because the state can only issue fivs challenges while the accused can issue twenty.
 These points are by no means all in the indictment of the people of Ken lucky. Indifference, neglert, sympathy and tolerance have allowed many a red handed murderer to 80 at large The North has pointed out these facts time and again, but they have been treated with scorn. Nov that the very mouth piece of the states speak it is to be hoped there will be a change. It is sadly needed-Ex.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
AnrAerooo Uernoa 1AssaOoAFaoo.

A telegram from Atlanta, Georgia, te the New York World, says:
 Atlanta, Clay county. Ala, has beer the scene of Mormon triumphs lately Landers, a preacher at the Oakridge church, which hs used as a school dur ing the week. entertained a Mormon elder two years ago and allowed him to preach on Sunday. The result vas the conversion of Lander's wife and son to Mormonism, to the ehagrin ef the father, who left the country. Later the he Mormon elders, who had increased m neubers, were requested to leave, but declined de6antly, saying they were ready 10 sPlu their blood. They have now ceoversed about the entire popula- tien of Shinboae valley and warn people not in sympathy with sAem to leave in thirty days. Several such warnings are now out. The Gentilss retalised enc night last week by gathering around the house of Elder Harrison and notifying him tha, he should not continue his vorS. Nen day the elders son bough a supply Of a0munition. and Harrison stuck up sa the trees around this notice: Come to our heuss another night and some of you will eat breakfast m hell the next morning.
 Deserted honeA separated families and friends changed to bitter enemies are some of the results already accom- plished by Mornonism in Alabama, and the end is not yet Under the guise of religion they are stirring up feeling among the people that sooner or later will end tn bloodshed
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
The Army and Navy Register has this

The Army and Navy Register has this 90 say concerning the death of Captaia CIawie.d There is a general feeling throughout. the army tha, the recen, kill- ing of Captain Crawford, of the sd cav- alTy. by the Me.icans was an unproyoked murder, and that the murderers should, ID some way. be made to account for their ac,. From the Apaches nothing letter than this could be expected, but rhere is socalled governmen. in Mexico. and !, oush, to be possible fo. our gov e,nmen. 90 compel sharp investigation.
 ra be made 5y the Mexican authorities into ,h.s miserable business The facts c..n 5e asce,,ained, and If ii is found that Captain Crawford was murdered wan- tonly and wi;hou, provocation the men who are responsible for his death should ;,c seized and punished, The Mexican Deon.c should be taush; to understand shat the officers and men of the United
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

The Ci,izen says: Gu, delegate in congress can secure a whole lot oi esteem and bundles of thanks from the people of this section by securing an appropriation of hundred thousand for the erection of government buildings in Tucson. The rents now paid for gov ernmental offices here will far more than cover . big rate of interest on the above sum.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

And now it transpires that the 90 called pardon board created by the Isth Arizona legislature, who assumed the Prerogative of pardonins criminals sent to the penitentiary, is an illegal body acting without any authority of law, as the whole power of granting pardons is vested in the governor of the territory by federal law. Star.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
It is whis pered tha, an attempt will be

It is whispered tha, an attempt will be made by the prison commissioners to create a vacancy in the office of superIn tendent sf that institution, through charges made against Supt. Ingalls, and formulated some weeks ago. No legit- mate charge can be made against his official acts, and many of his friends are somewhat anxious to learn just how a garment of that kind can be cut to fi,. without iirst measuring the eustomerx- Citizen
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

Marshal Meade's and Gov. Zulick'. friends are growing uneasy in regard te the confirmation of these two officials. Secretary Bayard received his appoint ment long after them and has been con- 6rmed by the senate now nearly . month There is but little doubt of the confirm atien of the others but the senate seems to be in DO hurry.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10
PROFITS sr ADvksTanasG.

LII. Bates, the New York advertising agent. after thirty years experience IT the business, says.
 "l should Judge that the people of thu country expend a, least thirty times ., much money in newspaper advefus'nG as they did thirty yeas ago. The vast increase of population and nevspaper' explains considerable part of this. but i, mostly comes from the most general and freer use made ot the advertising columns by the general public. All classes have come more and more to believe that the newspaper is the most impersonal, self-respecting and effective way of getting before the public with wha: any one wants to say to it
 Thirty years ago a man who should spend S,s, 1000 a year ia the newspapers would attract attention as large adver> :iser; now there are houses expending almost as much monthly. right along through the year, without attracting attention. Mir. Robert Bonner whose
 nder,akings in ali direction have been characterized by breadth, boldness, pre- cision and success, was the first to make the public familiar to large advertising. applied in the most original manner, to build up ,he circulation of the Ledger to q point never attained before or since by any journal in this country. Although Mir. Bonner's largest newspaper advef- using was done twenty-five years ago, still no one has come rp to the splendid audaciiy of an order for one insertion of an advertisement 10 cost over $5o, 1000. And yet in pecuniary matters he is very exact and careful man.
 "I; agrees with my experience that newspaper advertising is profitable. As look back over the very considerable number of those whose advertising l have done, l do not nov recall . singie one who judiciously, perserveringly, and freely pushed good articles, of whatever kind, in the newspapers and did not make a, ieas, far success, while great many have gained ample fortunes will TO, mention names in support of this statement, as could easily do, but the iis, is large ono. Indeed, Ii has been my observation that # is easier for large advertisers to make money than to keep ii. Often it comes in so fast tn . ,he head gets turned. and lavish. per- sonai expenditures and improbable is- vestmen,s swallow up the fortunes which had they been longer in making, would likely have been more permanent
 "When business men come ts look upon the cost of steady adveItising as an investment. sure to pay as well as any other, and nc; unlikely to be exceed ingly profitable, they will use ii more systematically than heretofore, and re gard II as a necessary item of expense
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

Justice Fields, ofthe Streme Court takes deep interest in the election inventions of Mir. Edison. "I would not, he is reported as saying, "be surprised any day to hear that he had discovered the secret that the alchemists searched for SO long, and invented some method of keeping the vital spark alive fore,sr The vital spark is nothing but electricity after all"
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

Some sensation has been created among legal circles. by a decisisn just given by the Chancery Court at Berlin m divorce case The wife having been found to be the only guilty party. the court not only put her to great disadvan. tage in the division of the estate, but also made her remarriage dependent upon the consent of her wronsed hus- band.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

Our local democracy is beginning to boom politics somewhat. Some three or our candidates are already mentioned for sheriff and from what . prominent insider told the editor of this paper re- centy, we may expect some lively times in the democratic camp, with . good prospect ct split in their ranks 'Time heals all thing" it is said, and what now gives fair promise Of becoming . break in their ranks may heal before their con- venfion
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

"They blamed Gov. Zuhck, when i,
 was U. s. Senator Harrison, the republi- can secretary of the senate committee on territories, who. last summer. aaked tor the fggcrx. The only blame attached to Governor Zulick was that he did not send correct ''6geers" and injured the credit of the territory by placing it in false light.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

A white gorilla, with no tail and with out bair on its body or limbs, that drinks from tumbler and hugs and kisses its keeper, is described in the St. James Gazette as a new attraction at the Royal Aquarium at West Minister. This crea. ture so nearly approaches the human in appearance that its duplication for dime museum purposes can be neither difficult nor expensive.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

A Texas editor is eoe ot the curiosi- ties in Washington at present.. by reason of his extraordinary long hair. He was a Whig in I844, and made VOW thst he would never shave his beard or cut his hair until Clay vas elected president
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

Staho army arc not to be treated q pub le enemies when they happen to ride socross the border in pursuit of the h. dian naraudefs vho have made life e terrible for residents of both countries fog months past
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

The Santa Fe New Mexican con- plains that the United States Marshal of that territory prefers criminal charges against individuals where there is no prospect of conviction simply to make fees for his office.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

The greatest lumber region in the world is Alaska. Alaska contains soo,- oe> square miles of forests, a supply of trees 'a keep the world in lumber for the next two centuries. In the way of lum- Der, salmon and fur, Alaska has no equal.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

The New York Herald, Sun and World all on the same day recently assailed President Cleveland. The sd- minissraion appears to be losing its grip ] in New York.
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

Senator Jones, of Florida, continues to absent himself frem his seat in the sen- ate to pay court to Detroit girl
Arizona weekly journal-miner., 1886-03-10

eve do hereby certify thaf ve supefva~ ,he srra nxs mcnfs for Au the Monthly M Quarterly Drawings cf the LoaixAaa srs and confrol the Dss gings sheUssfv0. az tsa; the aADe are GOT tucfed with hnnes ty. fairness. and in good itn towar4Aa noe. fses spd ve sasher1ss G Com p@ny q - tn.s cerffocafe. with fnc-amiies os ou6 e1eSS ta rVs aitAc ned sn its ad y srsieemenaa-s
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1886-09-12
HIGHEST AWARD.

II OF CockatOCs will be at the
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1886-09-12
JOHN FRIEDEL'S
Handsome Display of beautifully Dec
grated China, Glassware and Fancy Arii-

Handsome Display of Beautifully Dec
grated China, Glassware and Fancy Arii-
CleS.
One of the finest exhibits at the State
Fair this year, was that of Mr.. John Erie
del. The display of hand painted china
was complete in every particular, both rs
to quality and artistic decoration. The
assortment consisted of a beautiful game
set of II pieces, the decoration us well -
quality of china. being the very best, and
causing expressions of admiration, from all
those who appreciated fine work, also an
ice cream set, Dresden tea set. al elegant
imported toilet set. and various other pieces
too numerous 10 mention. The display of
dinner ware need hardly he mentioned. as
those who have ever visited Mr.. F.'s
store know what an elegant line of
dinner and tea ware is always 10 be found
in stock. and in arranging his exhibit this
line was not overlooked. but fully up to
the standard. The bisque and polished
brass ornaments were exquisite in design
and elegant in finish. Ornamental and
decorated table glassware were exhibited
in great variety, and could not help being
admired by the immense thrOng OF people.
who, during the entire week surrounded
the space occupied by this exhibitor. Mr..
Friedel's long experience in his line OF
business enabled him. as has always been
the case heretofore. To select such gOodsa s
would please all.
The arrangement of the exhibit
was left entirely 10 Mr.. Harry
l.. Bond, who displayed everything in n
very attractive manner, and was found
during the entire week cheertully giving
such information concerning the different
wares. as interested persons were wont TO
ask. Although the Fair is over, Yet to
parties visiting the city, as well as our
home folks. there Is M interesting
place in Wheeling to visit than Mr.. Erie
del's china store. 1870 Main street, as he
always has in stock a full assortment Of
all goods in his line. and gladly welcomes
all into his elegant store, whether they de-
sire to purchase or not, Ii will repay any
II to visit his establishment, Is there Is
hardly a day passes by, without something
new being opened up and ready for inspec-
ton
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1886-09-12
House.

The old st. Charles Hotel, (Mr. John
Robrecht, proprietor which was once one
of the most popular houses i'm the city. has
again come to the front and bids fair to re-
gain its former splendid reputation as M
of the most comfortable and convenient
houses to be found in the city. Mr.. Henry
Robrecht gives his personal attention Ia
the demands and wants of the guests, and
nothing is left undone which conduces Ia
the pleasure and ease of those who stop
there. whether transient or otherwise. The
dining department has been greatly i'm
proved of late, the table o equalling
that of any house OF its class TO be found in
the State, and far excelling any in the city.
The beds and rooms are well kept and are all
furnished il a homelike and suitable man
ner. The st. Charles has, without doubt,
the most central and eligible location to be-
found in the city. and people from a dis
lance should bear this in mind when
making preparations to visit Wheeling.
The b. 80. depot is almost opposite Ia IL.
while the Pennsylvania line and the steam
boat landings are close by, and the bust
ness portion of the city lies Immediately
around il. There is sample and bar room
attached to it. and likewise a stable,
where the visitor from the country can
have his horse and team taken care of, IL
50 desired. For a quiet, comfortable, cen
trally located house. which affords reason
able rates and always gives satisfaction,
commend us Ia the ~. Charles. ~ now
managed 10y its large-hcartri proprietor,
John RObrccht.