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Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17
Penitentiary Notes.

Convict No. 973, j. W. Thompson, SEN
fenced from Dona Ana county to seven
months and costs amounting to $26.80
for forgery, WAS discharged yesterday on
account of expiration of sentence.
Thompson had earned II days for good
behavior.
To-day convict No. SS3 was discharged
on account of expiration of sentence.
His name is Jose Aragon, and he was SEN
tenced from Bernalillo county for Is
months confinement for larceny from a
dwelling. The man lost two months
time for misbehavior. This was his SEQ
ond term In the prison.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17

Constantinople, May H.-The porte has
replied officially to the note of the powers,
and declines to agree to the armistice,
until the following conditions are ao-
cepted:
The annexation of Thessaly, and In
demnity of 100000 pounds turkish
money!. The porte proposes that the
plenip potentia,ies of the powers meet at
Pharsalos and discuss these terms OF
peace, and it declares If the conditions are
declined that the Turkish army Will con-
tinue to advance.
tits regarded as quite certain that the
powers will not consent tu the retroces-
sion of Thessaly.
THE GREEKS DIsLoDGED.
Constantinople. The governor of Ja-
nina telegraphs that division of Turkish
troops, under Osman Pasha, after having
fought two days before Arta, against su'
perior forces, succeeded in infiictlng
great losses and finally dislodged the
Greeks from their strong position.
GENERAL ENGAGEMENT.
Lamia, Thessaly. y.--4:3O p. m.-Fighting,
as this dispatch is sent, is in progress all
along the lines.
RUSSIAN PROTEST.
st. Petersburg. The newspapers of
this city protest vigorously against the
"excessive and unacceptable" conditions
which Turkey demands as price Of
peace with Greece. Novoe Vreyma says
that in case of Turkeys insistance the
powers will have to take practical meas
ures to preserve Greece from pretentions
which threaten her national existence.
TI0Hr1Na At DoMoxos.
Athens. Fighting at Domokos began
shortly afternoon today. A dispatch
from Grown Prince Constantine dated at
Damokos at $3.50 this morning says, the
Turks, numbering about 10000, had ap-
psared in sight, marching on Domokos.
Another dispatch from the crown prince
dated at noon today, stated that the Turks
were about four and half miles distant
Immediately after the receipt Of this dis
patch. M. Ralli, the premier, hastened tc
the foreign legations, visiting each u
turn, and protesting against the Tnrktst
attack on Domokos and Almyros, wher
Greece at the instance of the powers val
acting purely on the defensive.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17
RAILROAD LANDs.
AM ExPoRT BOUNTY
Killed BY Cycling.

London, May 17.-H. B. Chamberlain of
Denver, was killed while bicycling at
Stains yesterday morning. Chamberlain
was formerly president of the Chamber
lain Investment company of Denver, and
was connected with several New York
insurance companies.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17

both or neither" said Mr.. Bailey The
speaker declared that an objection was
made. Mr.. Bailey asked unanimous
consent for a consideration of the two
resolutions, but the speaker recognized
Dingley right to make motion to ad-
journ, and roll call WAS forced on this
question.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17
Rexolution Ended.

Montsvideo, May 1.-THE Urugayan
troops have defeated the insurgents under
Lsmas and Haravia. II ID officially an
nouncsd that the Insurgents have bsen
completely routed and the rsvolution
ended.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17
Have Raised a Loan,

Madrid, May 1.-THE Liberal says that
the Cuban insurgents have raised a loan
| of S3,O00,00O in New York.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17
NO ACTION.


The house did not act on the senate
resolution for the relief of American citi,
zens in Cuba, and at $40 p. m. adjourned
until Thursday, by vote of 80 to IL.
RAILROAD LANDS.
The senate adopted resolution intro
duced by Pettigrew, directing the com-
mittee on Pacific railroads to investigate
as to whether any lands had been fraudu-
lently issued to the Union Pacific railroad.
AN EXPORT BOUNTY.
The silver Republican members OF the
senate and the house met at Senator Pet
tigrew's house last night and decided to
support proposition providing for an
export bounty on agricultural products.
Senator Cannon will offer it as an amend
m emit to the tariff bill.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17
DEMANDS OF TURKEY.

She Will Agree to An Armistice Only
an the Condition Of a RetrOcessiOn
Of ThessaIy and Payment of An
Indemnity of 1O,OOO,OOO
Turkish Pounds.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17

the line of provision, clothing, machinery
and other things too numerous to men,
tion
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-05-17
cLEvsLAND VILLAGE.

Three miles west Of Mora one finds the
little village Of Uppertown or San An
tonic, with the euphonius postoflce name
Of Cieveland. Here ]. Doherty q Co.,,
Lowenstein d Co.,, and Simon Vorsnberg
do the business Of the community and
supply the people with their wants IN
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
OUR D~ELEGATE-ELECT.
He Writes az He Feels on the Urgent
Need of New Mexico.

To the Editor Of the Optic.
ALBUQUERQUE, N. M, January 18th,
1897.-In view of the high character
and great ability of the legislature, soor
to assemble, it does not seem neces.
sary to offer suggestions concerning
the work they are so well fitted to do,
On the other hand. your enterprise
is commendable; and q personal re-
quest requires a courteous response.
The public press Of the Territory,
has, in my opinion, indicated the mos
urgent need Of New Mexico at the
present moment, and, therefore, thu
most important work for the law-mak'
ers. This work is to cut down ex.
penses and lessen the burden of taxei
wherever practicable. Consolidate
some offices, cut down the emoluments
of the others, uproot the fee system,
and let the measure Of the salary be
what is ri qaired to get efficient serv'
ice. In these times of increasing value
OF money, it is just to cut down these
pay of salaried officers; and in thii
times of shrinking value Of property
Of every kind, it is really neces.
sary, and but simple justice, to
tighten somewhat the burden of taxes.
We must, as a Territory, adjust our
selves to the new order of things.
Respectfully,
H. B. FERGUSON.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
SATURDAY EVENING. JAN. 10 1897.
WOOL GROWERS, ATTENTION!

EAST LAS VEGAS. N. NJ, January 7th,
1s97.-You are requested to attend a spe,,
cial meeting OF the New Mexico wool
growers association, to be held In East
Las Vegas, N. NJ, on Monday, u
25th, at 10 a. m.
This meeting is called for the purpose OF
discussing the passage OF laws by tne
TerritoriaI legislature, necessary for the
proper protection and advancement OF the
sheep industry in New Mexico, and to ap,,
point a committee to formulate same, and
secure their enactment by the legislature
Make an effort TO attend this meeting,
but il YOU find it impossible to do So ad-
dress a communication to the secretary, at
East Las Vegas, ~embodying your views as
to what legislation, you consider, should
be demanded to benefit the sheep-raisers
and wool growers of the Territory.
M. w BROWNE, GEO. ARNoT,
President. Secretary.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

THE house committee on Territories
failed to materialize in Washington,
the other day, as arranged. several
members of the committee being out
of the city. 1t is understood that II
Delegate Catron secures a favorable
report on his statehood bill for New
Mexico, he will amend the same so that
1t shall moi become operative upon
its passage, but two, or even three
years in the future, at the pleasure Of
President Mckinley. This, he thinks,
will obviate the political objections
which eastern republicans might enter
tain against immediate admission.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Every man having the welfare OF
New Mexico at heart, and who has
any '.pull" with an U. S. senator,
should not let the sun of another day
go down without writing to Washing
tor to urge favorable action, on the
part of the senate, on "Catron's alien
law" Its passage means untold ben
eft to our Territory. Nothing will adj
vance us to statehood with equal rapid
ity no legislation is more needed than
that which will turn loose floods OF
foreign capital over the length and
breadth of this fair domain OF ours.
In New Mexico, are opportunities for
the safe employment of capital, second
to none in the west. With the "Catron
alien law" given to US, foreign money
will come for investment, beyond all
question, as it did and is now doing 10
Colorado. Why not, when we have
greater inducements to offer than our
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

For your Protection. - atarrh Cures or
Tones for Catarrh in liquid form to be taken
internally, usually contain either Mercury or
fodide Of Potassa, or both, which are injur-
ious if too long taken. Catarrh is a local, not
a blood disease, caused by sudden change to
cold or damp weather. 1t starts in the nasal
passages, affecting eyes, ears and throat.
Cold in the head causes excessive flow Of
mucus, and, if repeatedly neglected, the re-
suits of catarrh will follow; severe pain in
the head, a roaring sound in the ears, bad
breath, and oftentimes an offensive dis
charge. The remedy should be quick to allay
inflammation and heal the membrane. Ely's
Cream Balm is the acknowledged cure for
these troubles and contains no mercury
nor any injurious drug. Price. so cents.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

northern neighbor ever hadg Why
not, when properties and Investments
are to be had at lower figures than ever
beforeP
The OPTIo puts 1t to everyone having
any influence, no matter how little,
that 1t Is a public duty each n owes
to the other to push along with per-
sonal appeals a matter Of such vital
Importance to the community at large.
When the senate has consented to
the enactment Of "Catron's alien law"
and the president has signed the bill,
in quiries for mines, irrigation PROPOSE
tions and Investments, will he received
by those who have been anticipating
favorable congressional action and
have laid their plans to take earliest
advantage of the new law and induce
foreign capital to once more find
home here. That it will come, admltl
of no doubt. That foreigners who &C
quire large tracts Of lands do not lei
them lie idle, or unimproved, is too
we'll known to require comment. They
believe in spending money judiciously
and with an eye to benefit. They mus
distribute money In improving theil
lands, constructing irrigation systems,
or developing a mine, as the case may
be, but everybody reaps some benefit,
least of all, perhaps, the daily news
paper. Anyhow, let's take all thu
aliens we can, and the more, the mer
rier!
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
Special Notice.

VEGAS DAILY OPTIc-Delivered by mail,
post paid, Sl0.0 90 per annum; 5000 ior SIX
months; $3.50 for three months, by car
rier, 20 cents per week.
LAS VEaAs WEEKLY OPrIo-25 columns, de-
liyered by mail, post.paid, $500 per an.
mum, Sl.00 for six months, 70, Tor tnTee
sample copies OF both daily and weekly,
mailed free when desired. Give postomce
address in full, Including state.
UoRREsPoNDENoB-Contalnsug News s0iiSi
Ted from all parts OF the country. Com
m0nications addressed to the editor OF
THE Optic, to insure attention, should De
accompanied by the writer's iuil name
and address, not for puD1cation' puo as .
guaranty OF good faith.
REMITTANcEs-May be made by draft, money
order, postal note, express or reglstereS
letter at our risk. Address all leSIers an'
kilograms to The Vrr I =
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
Santa Fe Route-CaIifornia Limited.

Leaves Chicago 600 p. n. Wednesdays
and Saturdays, Kansas City $3.50 a. m. and
Denver $50 p. M, Thursdays and Sun
days, reaching Los Angeles in 70 hours
and San Diego in 76 hours from Chicago,
Connecting train for San Francisco via.
Mojave. Returns Mondays and Thursdays.
Equipment of supprbvestibuIed Pullman
palace sleepers, buffet smoking car and
dining car, Most luxurious service via any
line.
Another express train, carrying palace
and tourist sleepers, leaves Chicago and
Kansas City daily for California.
Inquire of Local Agent, or
q. T. NICHOLSON, G.. p. A.,
A. T. & g r. R'y,
Chicago.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
One Law Enough.
COMMERCIAL CLUB. ALBUQUERQUE,
N. NJ, January 14th, 1897.s

COMMERCIAL CLUB. ALBUQUERQUE,
N. NJ, January 18th, 1S97.s
10 reply to your query, | will say
that If the Legislature enacts only
one single law and then adjourns, II
will have accomplished more good fol
the people Of New Mexico than any Of
it's predecessors. I refer to the pro.
posed measure for the reduction OF city
and county expenses. Tho present
state Of affairs is scandalous and exists
only by virtue of the apathy of the
people and the activity Of the spoils
hunters.
Four years ago, such q law was pass.
ed, to take take effect two years sub
~sequently, and substantially the same
law should now be passed. with thu
single exception that it should take
immediate effect. The contention that
the people have no right to regulate
he salaries of their officials and en-
ployes during tina term Of their Office.
IS pre- posterous and advanced solely In
The interest OF the office holders.
Yours truly,
w. P. METcALF.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

The handsome little Cocker spaniel,
owned by Miss Edith Phelan, is dead,
down in Albuquerque. 1t is thought
she contracted Miss Phelan's throat
trouble, as the dog was her constant
companion and for several days before
her death choked continually and
finally died of strangulation.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
MOUNTAIN RESORTS.
Beautiful Places of Retreat fol-
the Health and Pleasure
Seeker.


This resort IS famous FOR It's comfort,
cleanliness, superior table, abundance of
rich milk and cream, as we'll as for Its un-
rivaled scenery and numerous nearby
points Of interest. The best trout fishing
Is accessible by short excursions to either
branch of the Gallinas. Hermit Peak
and grand canon are of easy access. Bur-
ro's are furnished to guests for daily
riding. The Pecos National Park is within
six miles, and is reached by easy trail
expeditions Can be QUILTED and guide Sc
cured at the ranch.
For transportation and terms, inquire OF
Judge Wooster, East Las VEGAS, or ad.
dress. Fl. A. HARVEY.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
PIsIARYR ELECTION BILLS.

Primary elections seem likely to receive
numerous attention at the hands OF the
present legislature. Already, three bills
have been introduced in the assembly in
relation to primary elections by Messrs'
North, Dibble and Strain. All are lengthy
and elaborate documents, particularly SO
that of Mr. Dibble. They have many fea-
lures in common, but differ in several
essential particulars.
All propose to nave the primaries of all
parties held at the same time and place;
all propose to have election boards APP
pointed by the county supervisors or cleo
ton commissioners; all surround the
primary election with the same safeguards
aud penalties for infractfon Of the law as
protect general elections. San Bernardfno,
Cal. ,Times-Inder.
In this connection, the recommends
ton of Governor Pingree, of Michigan,
in regard to primary elections, Is one
worthy of careful attention. The plan is
to have party primaries held under the
same laws and in the same manner as
general elections, ab%olishing all dele
gate and conferee conventions, the
returns from each district being com
puted by a returning board, as in the
case of general elections. This is
believed to be the only system that will
eliminate the most glazing of the rec
ognized evils of primary politics.
Legislation TO effect such a change
in Pennsylvania, will be presented to
the legislature, this winter. 1t is in
line with the reforms proposed by the
republican platform of the Pennsyl-
vania commonwealth. and is practically
essential to secure the full force of
those reforms. The delegate W.
tion and delegate conference are at the
very foundation Of corrupt politics, a
fact that was recognized by the crafty
lawmakers who omitted from the stat
utes against bribery the crime of cor
rupting a delegate or conferee.
A remedy for one feature of the evil
was attempted at the last session of
the Pennsylvania legislature by the
bill of Senator Brown, making the pur-
chase of conferees an offense-a bill
that was quietly smothered. The in
fluences of this session, however, are
expected to be different, and instead oil
halfway measures, the people look fol
a radical change of the whole primary
system a change that will give thu
voter a direct voice in expressing hi
choice OF candidate, and that viii
hedge about that choice the severes
penalties against the corrupt use O.
money by candidates or the acceptance
of brides by the voter. Such a change
is only possible by putting the primary
elections under the same system as the
general elections.
The plea made against this system il
that of expense. 1t may be admitted
that the election machinery will entail
greater expense than under the present
, system, but it mus not be forgotten
that this will be partly Offset by saving
the expense of conventions and confer
ences, and far more than compensated
for by the saving in the election ex
penses of candidates and committees
But, if all that is suggested in regard
to added expense were true, the purity
Of the primary ballot would be worth
all it would cost.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
Needed
-. Legislation.
Another Editor at the Bat.

announcer Eultor al thc oa1.
To the Editor of the Optic
ALBUQUERQUE, N. NJ, January 14th,
1897 In my opinion, the accounts OF
every county officer should be exam
ined at least once q year, by an sxpert,
independent accountant from some out.
side firm, who has q reputation for
ability, and at such times as the gov
ernor might direct, and as 10 unknown
to the officer whose accounts are to be
verified, in the of q national
bank examiner.
The repeal OF the occupation tax,
which is unjust because unequal, be-
sides beng exceedingly vexatious and
annoying.
Respectfully,
E. w. SPENCER,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
summer Mountain Resort.

The Ri Porvenir mountain resort will
now receive guests for the summer.
The most picturesque scenery in America,
dne fishing and hunting. Bess of hotel ac-
commodations in New Mexico. For terms
for board and lodging, apply to the Ro-
nero Mercantile Co., Las Vegas. Carriage
leaves their store, southwest corner of the
plaza. every Saturday and Tuesday morn
ing at 8 O'Clock; fare for the round trip, 81.
For further information, call at the above
establishment. 30tf.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

pure, rich blood, 1t forces out impurities
and kills germs. 1t doesn't make any diff
erence what name you call your trouble
by-dyspepsia kidney sease-rheuma-
tism consumption skin disease, the
SGolden Medical Discovery VIII cure !.
retain hold on the body when 1t Is full
Of rich, pure blood
Send II one cent stamps to cover cost Of
mailing only and receive free q copy of DR..
Iierce's Medical Adviser. Address, Worlds
phpensary Medical Association. Buffalo N. Y,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
KeMard TOR Thieves.

Until further notice, l will pay $3.50 re.
ward for the arrest and conviction Of auy
man found stealing or unlawfully handling
cattle belonging to me.
A. e. BOURNE.
Fort Union N. M. Dewitt
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
Rates to CITY OF Mexico.

LAS VEGAS, N. NJ. March 9th, 1896
Round trip rates TO City OF Mexico, from
Las Vegas, $3.50. 10. Going limit, sixty
days, with final return limit, of six months
from date of sale.
r. TO PHOENIX.
Tourist rates to Phoenix, Ariz., andifre-
turn from Las Vegas, $4S.50. Limits
fifteen days, in each direction, with fna
limit of six months.
~ q. r. JONES'. Agent.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

Married, at the home of j. M. Mar
tinez, at RatoD, Ambrosio Portillo and
Agripina Rebecca JnramilloJ ceremony
by Rev. T G. Moffett, ct the Presby-
terian church.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

THE New Mexico editorial association
should be revived and its annual meet
ings might appropriately be held on
each recurring anniversary of the birth
of Benjamin franklin.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

S. M. Ashenfelter, the well-Known
lawyer, late of Demir G, has been en-.
rolled among the list of authors. To
last Sunday a weeks Colorado Springs
Gazette he had a charming story en-
titled s'Love in Ambush"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
MEXICAN Central railway.

From the sea to the clouds. Passing mod
ern cities and ancient monuments. Stan
dard guage in everything-management,
ideas and treatment of patrons. The only
line in the Republic running Pullman pal
ace buffet sleeping cars between the cap
ital and poinCs in the United States. Cheap
rates and pi ompt service. For full partic.
ulars call Oh or address
j. F. DoNoHoE,
tt ComI Agent ri Paso. Texas.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

Mr.. WILLIAM LOCKE, of San Juan
county, would seem to be an import.
ant man of the hour in political circles,
over at the Territorial capital, just
now.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
HE Found Relief.
Macbeth Mineral Water Co., East Las We

gas. N. M:
GENTLEMEN came here from Rock
ford, Illinois, in 1895, and have been a great
sufferer with stomach, kidney and liver
troubles for a long time. / found no relief
Until i commenced the use of your valuable
m~ineral-water. 4 have fully recovered my
health, and am about to return to Rock
ford. Yours truly,
A. t. RAYMOND,
1923 Jefferson st. Denver Colo.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

There will be preaching at the Bap-
list church, in Raton, every evening /;
next Monday evening, Rev. B. F. Law
Ter, d. D., is expected to assist the
pastor, Rev. s. c.. Dorsey, in a series
of meetings to be continued for two
weeks.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16

A. mans health is the rope
by which he climbs to sue
cess. If he can keep his
health, he will go on to sue
cess. Yet his health is the
very thing he reglects more
than anything else. 1t Is cas-
Ter to keep health than 1t Is to
regain 1t. When a man feels
himself running down, when
he realizes a loss of vitality
and energy, he must call a
halt. The strands of his rope
are parting rapidly. Doctor
Pierce's Golden Medical Dis
covery has helped thousands
of men in Just this condition.
1t makes health, it makes
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-01-16
Buy a useful xmas present lcir YOUR wife

Buy a useful Xmas present for your wife
a fine steel range, n she will bless you
every day in the year: a carving set to
prevent cruelty to ANIMALS; a pair Of
skates to suit young and old; a pocket
knife for the boys;a toy steel range for
the girls a tine razor for hubby, and all
will be happy, likewise. The old town
hardware store. where you can select ali
those presents cheaper than anywhere else
including a guarantee as to quality.
ID. W~IEIERNIrz,
2s-tf kfidge st.