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The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

It is about time that the' trustees of the St. Johns school district opened the public school to the multitude of chil- dren seeking admission, anxious to "drink deep at the perennial spring." which has been provided for them by our bene6cent public school system.
 We have not learned who have been se- lected as teachers, but hope and believe that the good judgment and sound dis cretion of the Trustees, all of whom are personally interested ln the school, will be manifested by the selection of com petent teachers. We do not mean, the selection of those who have no other re- commendation than that they have sat- isfactorily passed an examination, and been licensed to teach, but rather those fitted by nature for the responsible du- tIes. Good judgment and discrimina- ton, firmness and decision, exemplary department, such as will demard and
 secure the respect of pupils and the ap- proval of the moral element in alie com munity, is more essential in teache.e than diplomas from colleges and licenses
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Some of our Republican friends ap- pear to have deep and heartfelt inter est in their Democratic brethren of this county. We overheard one the other day lamenting the determination of the "unterriied" of this county to draw par ty lines in the coming election, in the following language: "I am sorry to hear of this move. hate for the Democrats of the county to sacrifice themselves in that manner" How considerate in this generous hearted Republican. If we are not much mistaken he will find on the Eth of November that all his sympathy has been misapplied, and that the Dem- ocrats knew what they were doing when they determined on making a straight fight.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

We note Prof. A. G. Powell, again on our streets as an ornament. Mr. Powell left us some weeks ago, not exactly a free-footed man, as he was partially hob- bled with $500 bond. We thought the hobble would possibly not hold him but it has, and he has come back again among us, not as special detective, or book agent, but as a prodigal son, looking for justice at the hands of twelve of his peers. We hope he will get jus tice-fer justice he surely deserves.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

It is a misfortune for the people to know, that the rumor some time ago set aaoat, to the effect that Under Sheriff, Art Mcdonald, was to be removed by Sheriff Owens, has at last assumed an undeniable shape. We do not intend to assume to say to Sheriff Owens, what he should do, or what he should not do. The Sheriff can appoint whomsoever he pleases as his Under Sheriff, and no one can object. But we believe. if we do not know, that the intention on the part of Sheriff Owens to remove his Under Sheriff. is the result of being ill-advised by those who pretend to be his friends. The more conservative people will look for this to act as a boomerang, which it surely will. MT. Mcdonald has made one of the most efficient officers the county has ever had, and those who have been instrumental in his intended removal will regret it far more than MT. Mcdonald will. We understand E. c. Bunch is to take his place on the first of October.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

The grand jury, which consists of thirteen members, was empannelled Monday afternoon with the venerable H. J. Platt as foreman. Judge Wright cnarged them in plain, clear and unmis- takable language, but his manner was at times emphatic, especially when he dwelt upon the responsibility of "the grand inquest" and the obligations inn posed upon them by their official oath. His words of admonition were attentive ly heard and Rill doubtless be needed.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
Startling Discovery.

The discovery by the inhabitants of a locality hitherto unvisited by the pesti- lent scourge of fever and ague, that it exists in their very midst, is decidedly startling Such discoveries are made at every season, in every part of the Union. Subsequently, when it is ascertained, as it invariably is at such times, through the valuable experience of some one who has been benefited and cured, that Hos tetter's Stomach Bitters is thoroughly efiicacious eradicator of the malarial poison, and means of fortifying the system against it, a feeling of more se- curity and tranquility reigns throughout the whole neighborhood. Besides the febrile forms of malarial disease, dumb ague and ague cake are removed by the potent action of the Bitters, to which science also gives it's sanction as q rem edy for rheumatism, dyspepsia, consti- patton, liver complaint, debility, kidney troubles; and all diseases impairing the organs of digestion and assimilation.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

to teach from county boards. It is not the amount of learning which teacher possesses, but his or her ability to inn part knowledge, which is the criterion of success in the school room. Some teachers are ''too wise in their own con- ceit" to be of much good. Religious in- fluence, political predilectiong and per sonai preferences should be ignored in the selection of those entrusted with shaping and directing the destiny of the coming generation. Let us have good teachers and St. Johns will have pub lie school second to none in the Terri tory.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
Tine Love that Lives.
''Youth fades, love droops, heleavcs o1 friend

Youth fades love droops, the leaves O. friend
 ship fall-
 A mothers secret hope outiive- them all.'
 She will not believe her dimpled dar- ling must die. The baby eyes look to her for help-and there is help. Hasten to the nearest druggist and procure Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery, and your child may be restored, for it cures consumption, which is only Scrofula of the Lungs, if taken in time, as readily as it cures scrofula affecting other parts and organs. Don't delay.
 A perfect specific, Dr. Sage's Catarrh Remedy.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
NOTICE.

The Duplicate Assessment Roll of Apache County, Arizona, for the year 1888, is now in my possession for collec- ton of the taxes levied therein,
 Said taxes will be delinquent on the THIRD MONDAY OF DECEMBER next thereafter, and unless paid on that day or prior thereto, five per cent will be added to the amount thereof as pen alty. a
 My office in St. Johns will be open during office hours, at which time and place payment of taxes must be made.
 J. T. LESUEUR, Treasurer and ex-0fIicio Tax Collector,
 Apache Bounty.
 St. Johns Ariz,, Sept. 10, 1887. se1S 5
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

An attachment has been issued for Dr. w. B. Rice, of Winslow, defaulting witness. It is perilous on the part of witnesses or jurors to disregard the pro- cess of our District Court, as the Judge withstand no foolishness in the premises and has so often declared his intention to have the mandates of his court obey ed, that the public we'll know what to expect.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

There have been great many wit nesses subpGnaed to appear before the grand jury. Several of them we under stand have been brought to the county sent to tell what they know, if anything, about the hanging of Stott, Scott and Wilson, This matter should be inves- tgated as thoroughly as possible by the present grand jury, and even and exact justice done all parties, no matter who is hurt
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Six indictments were returned by the grand jury Tuesday morning, as fol- lows: J. N. Walker indicted for incest and escaping from the county jail-set for Friday the 21st. A. A. De Witt for exhibiting deadly weapon, etc.-set for Saturday the 22d. Jose Romero, burglary and escaping from jail-set for Saturday the 22d. L. w. Davis, mur- der, set for Friday the 21st.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Miss Emma Rudd, who recently pass ed an excellent examination before the Board of County Examiners, and was granted certificate to teach in the pub lie schools of the county, is now assis- tant in the school st Springerville.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

District Attorney Johnston was grant ed decrees Monday in all the ejectment cases, where service was had, for delin- quent taxes. 4 number of actions were dismissed by order of the Board of Su- pervisors, but without prejudice. The District Attorney stated that more than $500 had been collected already as the result of the actions.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

We understand that Frederico Jiron has postponed his departure for Old Mexico indefinitely. The attractions of this part of the hsbitable globe are so great, that he has been unable to tear himself loose from them. He will re- main, at least. until the hunt for him becomes warmer and more in earnest.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Hon. J. J. Hawkins, Territorial Audi tor and memb ,r of the law firm of Hern- don & Hawkins, is in attendance on the court. This is the first time Judge Haw- kins has visited St. Johns. and we hope his visit will be so pleasant that he will come again.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
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NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
 HOMESTEAD.
LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT. ARI:o A.

LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT, ARIsQ A.
 September |, 1s8'. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his inten ion 10 make final proof in support of his claim, and that said prooi will be made before ,he Judge of the Probate Court, at St. Johns Ap0ch, County, Arizona Territory, on the 18th day oi Oct, 1888, viz: TeCdOre Farley, for the north F al ana a. northwest 4 asd 2, north z ot the northeast T east.
 He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of said claim. viz: NJ E kartchner \ Mil T. John " Frecman, Joln H Willis all of Snow flake, Arizona,
 E. BURGESS, sc13 Ct Register,
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

J. T. Mckinney, constable at Wins low, is in attendance on our court. He has had some rather rough experiences in the fulfiliment of his duties lately. The Lee boys and one or two of their friends have been making it rather in- teresting for Joe, but from what we learn he has been able to hold his own against all odds. e
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Postmaster Platt, of the St. Johns Drug Store, has been moved by the spir- it or improvement, so far as to renovate and beautify his place of business which has been made more attractive by artis- tic decoration.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

E. E. Booth. of the Winslow News paid tho HERALD short call on Tues day morning. We extended the usual fraternal courtesies due on such occa- sions, and rendered him the freedom of our sanctum. He is quite a young man, and will, we predict, grow wiser as he FLOWS older.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
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NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT. Ar 2.
 SeUtember 18th, 1888.

LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT. Ar 2.
 September 18th, 1888. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, an c that said proof will be made before tL e Clerk of the Distiict Court, at St. Johns, Apache county, Arizona Te rritory on Get. 1,th 1888, viz: west 4 Section 7. and notth 1S of the noritw Z ss et.o Is Township 9 no tn Range 25 n rth and northeast 4 ot Inc northeast 54s SecIlon l. Township north Range 2itast.
 He names the following " tnesscs to prove his continuous residence uI O and cultivation of. said land, viz: Casimiro radilIa, Jose Antonio Montizo. sCornelio Ateneio. Jose de ia Luz Aten- cio, all of Erastus, Apache county Arizona.
 E. BURGESS, seiS Ct Register
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Those who have not registered, had better attend to it while at the county seat. The time is fast approaching when the register will be closed and placed in the hands of the printer. and all who feel an interest in county affairs should see that their names are duly enrolled as electors.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
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NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION. 1
LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT, ARIZ., September 10th, 1858.

LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT, ARlZ.,
 September 10th, 1888. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, anu that said proof will be made before the Ju ge of the Probate Court, at St Johns, Apache toun- ty, Arizona Territory, on Ce ober 22d 1888, viz Henry H. Scorse, of Holbro0k, AT Zona Terri west 1a of the southeast I, section 6, Township 17 nOrth Range 21 east.
 Henames the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivat.on of said land, viz: John Conn' F, Manuel Montana Perfecto Garcia, Neviz Garcia, all of Ho brook, Arizona.
 D. J. SULLIVAN, se1S St Re .eiver.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Messrs. Herndon and Hawkins, of Prescott, arrived in St. Johns Sunday morning in attendance on court. This is MT. Hawkins first appearance We be- lieve at the bar of Apache county.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Mir. Wm. Gibbons is still on the mend and under the careful treatment of Dr. Dalby, and the constant and gentle at. tention of his family. will soon be on our streets again.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Samuel Richards, Choctaw Indian, indicted for grand larceny at the April term of the District Court, was arrasgn- ed Tuesday and plead not guilty.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

c. E. Cooley, Esq, of Show Low, has been greetinga host of friends at the county seat since Sunday. He is genial and jovial as ever and bears the weight of years lightly.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Col. J. F. Wilson, of Prescott, repre- sents the firm of Wilson & Norris, in our District Court. MT. Norris is at present soiourning in the east
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Peter Jacoby, who was indicted for murder st the last term of the court and is on bail, plead not guilty, and the case has been placed on the calendar for trial fo-dav
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

For unmjtigated gall, consummate cheek and unalloyed effrontery com mend us to a renegade Democrat who is editing Republican paper.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Is it legitimate and right for man who appears on the tax roll as having s4eO taxable property, to go on bonds for $l 400,
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

When "bona fide" "and lifelong Dem- ocrats" become sub-editors and slush writers for Republican papers, it is bet ter for true Democracy to seek new banner.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Ernest Tee, Esq, is expected to re- turn home about the 10th of October He will be here in time to vote the straight Democratic ticket at our com ing election.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

MT. E. NJ. Doe, of Stewart & Doe, at torneY at Flagstaff, is visiting St. Johns for the first time on professional busi- ness.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Drs. Robinson and Sullivan, Judge A. F. Banta, T. s. Bunch, Esq.,, w. H. Burbage and others from Holbrook are in attendance on court.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

It would be we'll for those who are in attendance on court to see that their names are on the great register.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
LAND NCTIcEs.
HOMESTEAD. NOTICE FOR PUBLICATIcN.J

LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT. ARIz.
 Aug. 18th, 1SSS Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof i'll support of h s claim, and that said proof will be made before the Judge of the Probate Court, of Apache County, Ari- zona Territory, at &. Johns, Arizona, on Oct. StE. 1888, viz: John Tn Eager, of Springerville, Arizona Territory, for the s ,utheast A Section 4 Township north, Range 2y east.
 He names the following witnesSesto prove his continuous residence upon. and cultivation of said land. viz: James L.. Robertson, ( Bunch, Elisha Averett and E Bunk, al of Sprlnger- vile, Apache county, Arizona.
 E. BURGESS, au30 St Register.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Prisoners in the county jail are fed "according to law" They must be so fed, or "it don't go."
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

Judge Wright and Harris Baldwin, Esq, came in from Navajo about eleven o'clock Sunday morning.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
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TATE SPRINGS, TENN, July 4, 1888. The Swift Specific Co.,, Atlanta, Ga.:
 Gentlemen-Seven years ago contracted an exceedingly bad case of blood poison. I tried physician, the best at command, but secured no benefit. My throat began to get sore, and my body covered with sores and ulcers. Going from bad to worse, I felt that my grave must be reached in the near future. gave up the doctors treat ment, and with despairing hope I con- menced taking your medicine. began to improve from the first bottle, and in short time the ulcers healed, and my skin cleared of and was entirely well.
 One year ago case of catarrh developed in my system. The physician did his best, but could not cure me; but two bottles of Swift's Specific gave ne permanent relief.
 J. H. ROBINSON.
The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
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The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20

KAUFMAN. TEX, June g, 1888. The Swift Specific Co.,, Atlanta, Ga.: Gentlemen-I have been afflicted with a skin disease for about twelve years, and the best medical treatment failed to give me re- lief. am now using Swift's Specific, and have received the greatest benefit from its use. Yours truly. VIM. JONES.
 For sale by all druggists. THE SWIFT SPECIFIC Co.,,
 Drawer 3, Atlanta, Ga.
 New York, 756, Broadway.
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The St. Johns herald., 1888-09-20
COUNTY OFFICIALS.
POST OFFICE.

Vim. E. PLATT. P. NJ. Office hours: Open rom A. ". until P. \, On Sundays from to 2R.h. Mail closes going east at II A. N.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1888-09-14

There has been more or less talk about
running an Independent candidate for
President Judge of this district, ever since
the delegate election. The Philadelphia
Press has printed number of editorials
charging L. r. Ikeler Esq with having Sc
cured the democratic nomination by cor
rupt means, and urging all parties to unite
in an effort TO defeat him. These charges
of the Press and of the republican papers in
the district do not seem to have had much
effect upon the republicans of Montour
county who on Monday last nominated
Judge Hinckley as the regular republican
candidate for Judge. 1t is well known that
every possible influence was brought to
bear in his own party to defeat Judge
| Hlnckley, and prevent his candidacy, so
that the field would be open for an inde-
pendent. But the republicans of Montour
declined to endorse the movement, and al
the same time they have repudisted the
charges made by the Press and other pap
ers, by making nomination of republi
can candidate, thus preventing the candi.
dacy of an independent and insuring the
election of Mr.. Ikeler beyond doubt
The republican convention OF Columbit
county will meet next Monday, and will
either endorse Hinckley or cause split il
their party. In either event their strength
as an element to be counted in favor OF al
independent candidate is broken.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1888-09-14

The Sunday nuisance of crowds on the
corners still continues, though the police
have been doing their best to break 1t up.
When driven from one corner these gangs
90 to the next, and continue their loud,
profane and obscene language, the fact
that ladies are passing making no differ
ence, and the presence Of male escorts be-
ing no protection. 1t has got to a point
where some decided measures should be
taken, and the town authorities should de.
tai policemen and pay them for their time,
with positive instructions to arrest all Of
tenders. The law on this subject is as fol
lows:
The gathering of disorderly crowds upon
the streets ald corners is forbidden by
Town Ordinance, and offenders are liable
to pay fine of two dollars and costs fol
each offense.
The use of indecent, rude or wanton Ian
guage In the hearing of females passing
along the streets is subject to fine Of five
dollars and costs, and the offender may bt
arrested by any policeman or town con
stable without warrant.
The habitual gathering of crowds OF boy
and men in front of private dwellings an(
churches and on street corners especially
on Sunday evenings, is nuisance and of
Tenders are liable to arrest and punishment
in court.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1888-09-14
All hehtest JaNstles of hats just
received at LowenbeYg's.

Lesser Alexander, of the enterprising
firm of Alexander Bros. s. Go. returned
from his European trip last week Tuesday.
He left home On July 7th and sailed July
l1th on the steamer Allen of the Bremen
line landing at Bremen on the 10Th. He
spent few days at Berlin and then went
to Nakelnetze in Prussia to visit his father,
brother and sister, where he spent most OF
his time. One OF the most interesting
places visited by him was the fort at Thurn,
on the border of Prussia and Russia. II
is an immense affair, garrisoned by 100,-
900 troops The town is surrounded by a
stone wall, and the fort surrounds the
town outside of the wall, nearly 8 miles
around. Mr.. Alexander came to this
country fifteen years ago and this was his
first visit to his native place. He lef
Bremen for home on the steamer Werra
on August 25, and landed in New York OF
September 8 at z o'clock a. m. He had {
smooth, pleasant voyage going over, bu
was sick two days coming back. The triI
did him good, and he comes back as robus
and happy as eyer. His many friends wer'
, pleased to extend the hand of welcome t.
him, and to congratulate him upon hi
safe return.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1888-09-14

The arrest last Saturday of Charles Fred
cricks, charged with setting fire to Odd
Fellows Hall, will probably be but the be-
ginning of celebrated case. James Cham
berlaln's testimony that he followed Fred
ericks and saw him strike the match and
sci fire to the building was sufficient 10 put
Fredericks in Jail to await trial. Whether
Fredericks will implicate others remains to
be seen. Meanwhile developments are
awaited.-Beruick Independent
Fredericks has an unenviable reputation.
Some years ago he was arrested for killing
boy named James Yohe, ON the Ring
town Mountain near Shenandoah, but
through some technicality he escaped pun
ishment. Afterwards he was arrested for
robbery and being convicted, served foul
years in the Eastern penitentiary. He re.
turned home to again lead life of crime
The United States authorities fastened up
| on him the crime of counterfeiting, and fol
| this he served five years more ha, ing beer
released only few months prior to tn,
Berwick fire. He has wife in Berwick
but no children.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1888-09-14

Levi Aikman died at his home on his
farm In Centre township last Monday
morning after long illness, at the age of
about seventy-three years. He was born
in this county and has always made his
home here, having moved but once. Mr..
Aikman leaves a wife and four children, o
son and three daughters, to mourn his loss.
Mrs. II. V. White, of this place, being one
of the daughters. He was amember of the
Presbyterian church and funeral services
were held at Hidlay's church at 10 O'Clock
Wednesday morning. Rev. ID. ]. Waller
Sr. officiating. Interment took place In
the family lot in the graveyard adjoining
the church.