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Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
pITH AND POINT.


acon-"Everything is fair In lovc
and war;" lsgbert-"You. mean, sup.
pose, before marriage and after it,
Yonl<ers Statesman.
The Supreme Test.--"What is his
reputation for vcracity?" Every good;
he hasn't seen single flying machine
this spring,'-Chicago Record.
.--Bibman-"Did your watch stop
when you dropped it on the foor?"
Magley-"Of course it did. Did you
think it would go through?"-Tit-Bits,
Putting II Pleasantly.--What did
he die OFF" "IIiccough." "Indeed!
How long had he had them?" "0h, for
60 years off and Chicago Record.
-He-"For the perfect enjoyment OF
love there must be complete conf
dence." She (of Chicago)-"I have
heard pa say identically the same thing
about sausages. Life.
Looking Ahead.--Wheeler-" l sup.
pose when flying machines are invent
ed, you'll get one and be happy" Mrs
Wheelcr--"Yes, until the next years
model comes OUT Truth.
--"Yoh can't allus tell whah ter put
dc credit by lookin' at de surface" said
Uncle Eben. "De cork on de fishin'-line
dances aroun' an tracts heap O. ten
ton. But it's de hook dat's doin' bust.
ss."-Washinpton Star.
Money Enough.-Agent-"Here is q
book, sir, every gentleman ought te
have-'Hints on Architectural Mr.
Smallpurse--"I have no use for it.
"But, sir, it teaches you how to build 0
beautiful villa, regular little palace
for only five thousand dollars" "Ihaven't
five thousand dollars. haven't ovel
five dollars to my name" swell, my
book is only one dollar. IN. Y. Weekly
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
THR BUREAU TRUNK.

the wall before being opened, so that
both the wall and the carpet are saved
much scraping and. tearing. These ad-
yantages are possessed by no other
trunk. Everything can be packed the
same as If in ones own bureau at
home.
Nothing is ever disturbed, everything
is in place on arrival at destination, and
in the small quarters usually at the dis
posal Of traveller in hotel room 1t
certainly Is a great relief not to be
obliged to unpack and pack up again
to save the dresses from being mussed
and crushed and wrinkled.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04

"Why is the age at which young peo
pie may marry specified by law in all
civilized countries?" she asked, dream.
lily. The old gentleman looked at her
over the top of his newspaper and then
looked at his wife. "Civilized countries" )"
he said at last, "have always been OPP
posed to initiating the young into the
mysteries of anything that savors OF
gambling. and you know how mar.
riage has been designated?" If she
didn't her mother stood ready to tell
her and to give her the further assur-
ance that not one girl in a hundred ever
drew a prize Chicago Post.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
FORTS ARE THEIR FORTE.
Queer FOrtiications of the spnniardn
In the Island of Cubn.

The forte of the Spaniard is fort build
ing. Cuba is the scene of his greatest
aud most varied endeavor in that art
of war. From the hour that the arriv-
ing steamer passes under the frowning
front of Morro castle at the mouth of the
Havana harbor until departure from the
island one is never out of sight of some
kind of fortification. The Spanish
army has not done much fighting in
this war, because, perhaps, it has not
been possible to bring the insurgents
to battle, but these little fellows from
the farms among the Pyrenees have for
titled with amazing industry.
From Pinar del Rio to Santiago de
Cuba the defenses are conspicuous
everywhere. Something to turn bull
let is the end in view. With this idea
the Spaniards have given ingenuity OF
construction full sway. When the wal
is over not the least of Cuba's attrac.
tions for the visitor will be the forts
They number not hundreds, but thou
sands. There is fort of some kind in
Cuba for every ten insurgents under
arms. And the building still goes on.
Not many days ago party of Havana
people went out to the suburbs of the
city to witness the dedication of new
fort, as similar party might have gone
from an American city to celebrate the
formal installation of some new In
dustry. The new fort was finished in
n style BETTING its proximity to the
capital of the island. 1t was given q
name. The ceremonies of the formal
opening of the fort for business were
duly reported in the papers.
The forces of the revolution number
10000 by the claims of the leaders, and
10000 by the admissions of the Spanish
government. The supply of ammuni.
tion is SO scanty that the general in
struction to the soldiers is: "Not sin
gle cartridge may be wasted" Against
such an enemy, the Spaniards have
dotted the island with these thousands
of forts. Much of this fortifying Is
voluntary work The Spanish soldier
seems to have an inborn liking for it
He will fight in the open if he must
There is no doubt Of the Spaniard's
valor. But having hunted in vain fol-
the enemy, and being given the duty ot
defending some particular place against
the hidden foe, the Spanish soldier
without being told, proceeds to make
himself as safe from possible harm al
convenient material will permit He Il
a natural fortifier-St. Louis Globe
| Democrat.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04

be hard boiled or the contents blown
from the shells. Color 10 red, gid eight
and leave one white. Now for the ar
rangement. Make two circles, one Of
the 16 red eggs and within this circle
of the eight gilded eggs. The eggs
must be placed at equal distances apart,
the outer circle measuring about eight
feet in diameter and the inner one four
feet, and the white egg must be placed
in the center of the inner circle. The
eggs having been arranged the COM
psny is divided into couples and each in
turn try the dance.
The first couple take position within
outer circle-that is, between the red
eggs and the gilded ones, and waltz
around the circle three times, keeping
within the space between the two
circles. Entering the inner circle they
waltz three times around the central
egg, and all this must be done without
breaking or greatly disturbing any OF
the eggs.
When an egg is broken or knocked
more than ~ inches from its position
the dancers give place to the next
couple. The broken ones are not re-
placed, but the displaced ones are set
in order. When each couple has had a
turn and none has accomplished the
feat of dancing without breaking an
egg, all change partners and the trial
begins again.
The first couple who go through the
dance without breaking or disturbing
the circles win each first prize, possi-
bly, dainty bonbon box shaped like an
egg; the second successful couple re-
ceive second prizes and also the third.
The prizes may take the form Of eggs
Dresden china, perhaps-filled with
bonbons or any charming trife. II
appropriate to the season SO much the
better.-American Queen.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04

A housekeeper says the proper way to
cleanse black or drab colored stockings
nf cotton or Isle thread is to wash them
IN bran water. Tie the bran in mus
lin bag and shake this bag about in hot
water until the water is lather. Wash
the stockings in the water and then
wrap them in cloths and wiring well.
Shake the stockings out and dry quick
ly before the fire. Stockings washed in
this way retain their color.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
Farm TelcnInncn.

Telephones are in common use on
Swedish farms, and even in Finland. A
traveller calls at farmhouse, and il his
language is not understood he rings ur
nm interpreter. In Augusta county, Va,
u complete system Of cheap telephones
has been introduced, reaching to farms
W. well as villages, Chicago Tribu~e
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
One Dollar Per Year.
PosT.LENTEN FRoLlc.
The egg Dance Tests skill ana Az
fOrds Much Amuscmcnt.

To give an old-time quaintness to the
frolics this year society has introduced
the egg dance" Although the egg
dance is not as intricate in its move
ncnts as the minuet or gavotte. 1t re-
qmires nearly as many rehearsals II one
would hope to carry off prize at the
entertainments.
As the concluding figure of the cotil-
Ion, the egg dance takes its place most
picturesquely. To prepare for this
figure 25 eggs are required. These may
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
OpnIs Are Popular Again.

The old superstition against opals is
slowly but surely passing AWAY, and
these lovely gems, with their ever
changing colors and opalesccnt effects,
are in the front rank of popularity
among fashionable women. The opal
has an advantage, too, over all the
other gems, as it cannot be initiated.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
Lnce Should lie Washed.

1t is very great mistake to keep
choice lace for years without wash
ing. Many women believe that it is
ruined by soap and water, and will
keep some cherished length for years
and years, turning yellow with age and
rotting with the dust it has accumulat.
d till IL really drops to pieces.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
Her winning Way.

MIS-. Neyerwyn-I want you to teach
me how to play poker.
Mr., Neverwyn-All right, that will
be more honorable wny for you to get
my money than going through my pccs
ets, .-Up.to-DatA
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04

Most of the worlds supply of plati.
mum comes from the southern part Of
the Ural mountains in Russia. Accord.
ing to the report Of the Russian min.
istry of finance, the increased demand
for the metal in 1895 raised the price
for the raw material TO nearly $500 a
pound, and yet only 9,70O pounds of il
were produced during the year. In
fact, the production fell off largely from
that Of the preceding year. Platinum
is also found in California, in South
America and in Borneo. 1t was first
heard of in Europe in 1875, when Ulloa
a Spanish explorer, carried home speci
mems from Peru.-Youth'a COMPANION
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
Art and Chiropodx.

among the landscapes in my pic.
turc gallery" said the chiropodist, II
have picture of human feet, showing
their differences of pecularities and
formation among the people of differ
ent nations"
Landscapes? Feet?" surprisedly
exclaimed his guest.
EYES," returned the chiropodlst;
"cornficlds, you boston Cour-
Ter
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
Preper Care of a yeiI.

Nothing is SO easily spoiled or mad.
shabby as veil. Instead Of tossing il
into a crowded bureau drawer, to lie In
a tumbled heap until wanted agaln,
stretch it carefully over bit of card.
board or otherstiff material, as Is always
done-in the stores.--Housewi
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04

II was great benefit. The opera
house was crowded, and many turned
ere the curtain raised to look at the last
newcomers, who had just entered their
box. None who looked on that fair
young girl dreamed TINT she bore be-
meath that outward show heart sad
dened and weary, to which were ever
added the pangs of remorse. Allen Fame
is by her side tonight, hopeful, ex-
nltant as of old. For six months he has
played his role without faltering. Soon
he must meet his reward. The curtain
rises and falls to rise again. The house
is enthusiastic. Flowers fall like rain
upon the stage. But when the evening
is but half over and the strains of the
lovely songstress seem to rise sweeter
and clearer every moment, a tongue of
flame leaps out from behind the scenes.
The song dies on her lips, tumult gives
place to rapturous silence, and on the air
is borne the cry of "Fire!"
Men act like madmen, women faint
and are trampled to death by the crowd.
Pale but silent, Marion turns to the
man at her side. He is no longer there.
Save her he could not, but for himself
lay one desperate chance, which he
seized as drowning man astraw. She
was alone-alonc and helpless, deserted
by him who had told her of that others
selfishness.
"Keep calm, Marion. Our only hope
lies in decided action without excite
ment. will save you or die with you,"
whispered voice in her ear, and, turn
ing she saw the man who had fought
his way not to life and air, but to her
side to bear her with him into safety or
share her peril.
II am not worthy, Nelson. Save your.
self, and when you think of me, remem-
Der that my folly was for the moment,
that have met its just reward, for
loved you through 1t ALL"
"lIush, darling, hush--eyen though
your words nerve me to fresh courage.
Marion, will it be my wife with whom
live or die?"
"Your wife, il you will take her, Nell
son. Happier to meet death at your side
than live apart from you"
But death was not to have his prey,
And, though Nelson bears on his hand
some brow cruel scar, in his wife's low.
ing eyes it is new beauty, since it ever
tells her of the noble struggle which
gave her life and happiness--a life
which met its rich fulfllment when
crowned by Nelson Ellis lovc,-.N X
! I.sdscr.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
NEW PORTABLE BUREAU.
Trunk with Drawers and COmpart
ments Of n Dressing Case.

Trunk with Drawers and Compare
ments of n Dressing Case.
The most convenient trunk in the
world is an English trunk which COM
bines all the advantages Of dressing
case and bureau with that OF a trunk
in fact, portable dressing-case. 1t is
fitted with sliding drawers. and so the
bottom of the trunk is as accessible as
the top. This arrangement entirely
avoids tumbling over the contents of
the whole trunk, and also from crush
ing whatever is In the bottom of the
trunk. This has been for long time
the chief attraction of tray trunk for
dresses, ETC., but this new arrangement,
opening the trunk from the front up
ward, does away with the necessity of
taking out all the trays to get at the
lower one.
Nothing need be removed. Tie trunk
does not need to be moved away from
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
Educational Note.

Tho man who walks the tightrope--
a feat with danger fraught.-
Must teach his feet to DO the feat,
And the tightrope should be taut.
~Chicago TiplsssHsrsl4
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04
To he Epy,ed.

Mrs. sapley-Yes, ! have 27 first
cousins.
Jattls Willic---Gee Whit o lot OF tu
nerals you'll have to go to'---N, y
Fyyth,
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-06-04

"oh, wilt thou smile upon my sultT
The maiden cold and proud
Replied THE way i fltg you. sIr,
pft makes me laugh out loud.
-WAshington Star,
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09

to this arrangement. When the question of finance was raised by the constructors the Spanish minister of marine, Admiral Bermejo, represent ed that in the event of war the Span ish government could counE upon an internal war loan"
 An ex-convict who has just been released from the New York state prison, and who resides at Waupun, Wis, is giving positive proof of his intended home stay for the future. For during his imprisonment he ob- tained the confidence of a Chicago thief, who told him that he was one of a gang of thieves who being unable to dispose of certain booty in Chicago took it to the town of Elba, Wis, and buried it on a farm. The eX-cOnvict on leaving the prison immediately went to the farm and has already re- covered a number of gold watches, rings and diamonds, and has made known his intention of returning the property to the owners upon proper identification.
 There is something humorous in the way in which a bold burglar, with am evident desire for all the comforts of home, leisurely ransacked a house on Michigan avenue, Chicago, the other night, and gently chloroformed one of the boarders. He then took a bath and arrayed himself in his vic tim's best clothing and departed, leav- ing his cast-off garments behind him.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
Notice.

In the "robste Court of Ma-icopa County. Ari- zena rrttorv.
 In the matter Of the estate of Oscar L. Gibbs, deceased.
 It appearing to this court by the petition of Thomas W. Pemberton, administrator of the estate of o. L. Gibbs. deceased, that it is nec- essary to sell the whole some portion of the real estate of said decedent t0 pay the charges and expenses of administration and the debts of said decedent. it is therefore ordered that all persons interested in the estate of said 0, L. Gibbs, deceased, appear before the said Pro bate Court on the 18th day of November, A. D.. 1897. in the court house in the city of Phoenix, Ariz ma, at the hour of 10 o'clock, a. m :, to show cause why an order should not be grant ed said administrator to sell so much of the said real estate as shall be necessary, and that copy of this order be published four success sive weeks in the Arizona Republican. . news paper published in Maricopa county.
 Dated this 18th day of October, A. D.. 1s97
 w. GROUSE,
 Judge Probate Court;
 Maricopa County, Arizona Territory.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE.

It seems likely that the history of the East India company, which es- tablished the British empire in India in the days of Lord Give, will be re peated in Africa A dispatch from Paris states that a British syndicate has obtained sole control of the trade of the Soudan in exchange for the payments of an annuity to the Egyp- titan government and the defrayal of the expenses of military occupation This company will immediately recon struct and work the railway from SIlakim on the Red sea to Berber on the banks of the Nile
 We have begun to look upon suttee or the immola Ecm of women as a thing of the past, and, at all events, as something absolutely impossible in a civilized land. But the other day a courier reached Wichita, Kan, and brought the news of the self destruc- tipn of an aged squaw, named Mann sookawam, who, following the tradi- tions of her tribe, dressed herself in her richest apparel, and threw herself into a fire. She gathered together her children and grandchildren and blessed them all and burned slowly as her relatives sang a funeral dirge. This horrible incident occurred in the Comanche Indian reservation
 In the British city of Manchester klhe intention of the proprietors of cotton mills to reduce the wages of the operatives 5 per cent has been submitted to arbitration, and both sides have agreed to abide by the re- suit. Lord Rosebury addressed the Manchester chamber of commerce the other evening, and, in reviewing the past, indicated that there was no intention of either the conservatives or liberal party in the British house of commons departing from the prin- ciples of free trade.
 The London Daily Chronicle has made ahis statement. ''We are in- formed that the Spanish government signed contracts last week with ar important firm of British ship build CTS by which it acquires some cruis- CTS, armed with quick firing guns which the firm had nearly completed for another government, whose con. send, presumably, Spain had secured
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
CALL FOR CITY WARRANTS.
Notice to Creditors.

Estate of Harrison H. Campbell, deceased. Notice is hereby given by the undersigned administrator with the will annexed of the estate of Harr'so1 H. Campbell deceased. othe creditors of and all persons hay ing claims against the said deceased, to ex- hibit them with the necessary vouchers, with in four months after the first publication Of this notice to the said executor. at the office of E. J. Remit, in Phoenix, Arizona, the same be ing the place for the transaction of the busi- nes of said estate, in said county of Maricopa
 E. J. BENNETT, Administrator with the will annexed of the estate of Harrison H. Campbell, deceased. Dated this 18th day of October, 1897.
 First published in the Arizona Republican October r, 1897.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
PROCLAMATION OF REWARD.

Territory of Arizona. Executive De- partment.
 To All to Whom these Presents Shall Come:
 Whereas, Information has come to the executive that John Price Pratt. a citizen of Maricopa county, in this territory, residing at Gila Bend, was on the night of the 31st of August, 1897, murdered by some person or persons unknown, and
 Whereas, The sheriff of Maricopa county and his deputaes have made diligent search for the perpetrators of that crime without success. Now, Therefore, I, Myron H. Me Cord, governor of the territory of Ari- Zona, do hereby offer reward of Five Hundred Dollars for the appre- hension and detention in any jail of the territory and the evidence suf1- cient to convict the party or parties of the crime of killing of said John Price Pratt,
 In witness whereof I have hereunto
 set my hand and caused (SeaD the great seal of the ter
 ritory to be hereunto af-
 fixed.
 Done at Phoenix. the capital, this first day of October, A. D., 1897.
 By the governor,
 MYRON H. M'CORD. HARRY R. TRITLE.
 CALL FOR CITY WARRANTS, l will pay. upon presentation the following numbered city warrants of the issue of 1896, interest ceasing this 18th day of October, 1897: Nos. 219 to 252. both inclusive.
 l. M. CHRISTY,
 City Treasurer.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
MEXICAN CENTRAL RAILWAY.

From the sea to the clouds. Passing modern cities and ancient monuments Standard gauge in everything man, agement, ideas and treatment of pa irons. The only line in the republic running Pullman palace buffet sleep ing cars between the capital and points in the United States. Cheap rates and prompt service. For full particulars call on or address J. F. Donohoe, Commercial agent. Ell Paso- Texas.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS

Mrs Winslows Soothing Syrup has been used for children teething. It soothes the child, softens the gums, allays all pain, cures wind colic and is the best remedy for diarrhoea Twenty i've cents a bottle.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
Southern Pacific Co,

(PACIFIC SYSTEM. Commencing April 5, IS ', trains will leav Maricopa as follows:
 Inl A. M. Tuesdays and Fridays ..sunset 4VO Limited" for Los Angeles, San Fran cisco and all California points. ROO A. M. DAILY PACIFIC EXPREe9 C.OZ for points in California, Nevada Oregon and Washington.
 1O OE A. M. DAILY MIXED TRAIN FOBV lO.OC Tucson. Benson. Lordsburg, Dem ine, Fl Paso and intermediate stations. O.IA P. M. DAILY MIXED TRAIN FOR O.4O GiIa Bend and lntermediat te s.aAionu H.OE P M. DAILY MIXED TRAIN FOR I.LO Fl Paso and all way stations. 10.0Q P. M. DAILY NEW ORLEANS EX- IO.OC press for Tucson. Benson, Deming, ElPasO, San tonic, Houston and New Or2eans, 10.E P. M Tuesdays and Fridays Sun, lO.O set Limited' for Fl Paso, Fort orth St. Louis, Chicago and all points east.
 T. H. GOODMAN,
 Gen. Pass. ARt.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
6ila Valley, Globe < Northern R. R.Co.
 potwoa, pouia opd pt~o
Between Bowie and Pima

Trgins Nos. and run daily except Sunday. IT ains Nos. and connect at Geronimo ~ZsA stage from and to San Carlos and Globa. Trains Nos 1 and make connections at Bowie with Southern Pacific trains 19 and 20 for all points eas. and west.
 WI GARLAND. JoEFe.
 1re>ieent. rltrintendent
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
WE CAN SAVE YOU TIME

And time is money. Tho Union Pa cif4 makes the quickest time ts nearly all points east, also to ell principe points west Geo. Ady, general agent 94I 6evc0tee9tA street. Denver.
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09
PHENIx AND MESA CTTY

All trans run daily, and will stop at any point on signal. No connects with ''Sunset Limitedn east bound on Tuesdays and Fridays.
 NO. connects with Sunset Limited" vest bound Tuesdays and Fridays.
 Ira1n No connects with 6Outherp~faefha ". pass. ? MaIicopa st 1908 p. n. .~1fGin No comments with Southern Pacific 20, pasaine Mesa with stages for Goldfeld. Connectaon made at Phontx for Congress, Prescott and >all points In northern Arizona via the g. F..P 1 P..R. R. Trainsston m sionei
 Pullman Palace Sleeping Car on trains Noa. and between Phoenix and Maricopa K. HASTEN, c. c. MCNEIL,
 r1esdenI: Gen. 6upt
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09

WELCOME HOUSE, w. J. Welcome Prop. 220 Maaison corner Second street. Pleasan furnished rooms; dining room will onen Nov
 l, m charge of Mrs. w. Nichols Home cooking. Meals 25 cents. White help First
Arizona republican., 1897-11-09

CTKAYED-Frem 22l w. Adams St. on Tues O day 2nd Inst. One white milcA COW. In- formation leading 10 her recovery will be thankfully received and Hberally rewarded Left drag ging heavy cotton rope. John A. 6turges.