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Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
$50
BLOCKADE RUNNER.

The Spanish are elated over tho
alleged successful blockade run
ming of the transport Montzerrat,
and the government has decided to
honor the officer with = decoration.
To run a blockade certainly re-
quires good seamanship, swift
vessel and steady nerve. 1t is an
exciting game in which life and
fortune are at stake. The safe
landing of the hontzerrat was of
particular value to the enemy, as
she carried large amounts of sup
plies, cash and provisions, for the
army in Cuba.
Blockades are established for the
purpose of cutting off communica-
tion between port and the rest Of
the world. It's purpose is TO starve
its defenders into submission.
When the proclamation IS made
that harbor is blockaded, every
vessel seeking to enter that harbor
may be turned back. Were a ship
carrying supplies to Havana to ap-
proach that city, the commander Of
the blockading feet would have to
inform her that she could not do
so, and If she still persists, she
would be liable to seizure, no mat
ter under what flag she sails. 1t IS
quite possible during the present
blockade, that daring captains of
both European and South Ameri-
can nations will try their luck, in
view of the prospect of obtaining
fabulous prices for food in Cuba,
In case they succeed in landing
and also because blockade running
Is not considered crime unless the
eulprit is caught IN the very act.
He cannot be held TO account after
he has accomplished his purpose.
Everyone has right to run the
blockade, if he can, but the block.
ader has a right to catch him, if be
can. Blockade running is entirely
different from both privateering
and piracy.
The Montzerrat being q Spanish
vessel is as such liable to seizure
and it is not probable that she will
endeavor to leave the blockaded
harbor. Eventually she will be.
come the property of the United
States, although she succeeded in
landing her valuable cargo.-Dsscrtt
Ne,oS.
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13

Let the silver il, the Treasury be
utilized and enough greenbacks is
sued to carry on the war. Then
let tho law be made so as to
make it a felony for any bank, man
or company to try to depreciate
the currency or to discount the
same.
While we send boys to the front
to battle for justice, let not injustice
stalk in our midst as it did from
'6l to T3 and rob us of the effects
of victory.
The patriotism of Gage and Wall
street begins and ends in their own
pockets.
1t is like the religion of the Pope
who is greatly prostrated over the
news from Manila, but who never
shed tear at the inhuman butcher,
les in Cuba.
"SILyER JOE"
One of Grants boys from '6l tc
'65,
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13

Here is the best opportunity of
all; 80 acres Of finely improved land
lying next to the Montezuma canal;
40 acres well set in alfalfa; balance
under cultivation; well watered by
4 shares of Montezuma water. This
farm lies near SolomonvilIe, and is
the greatest bargain ever offered in
the valley, at s25,OO per acre; this
is a chance for a home, seldom Of
fered.
House and lot on Layton street,
Layton; 4-room brick house and 3
acres of ground with IL share of
Montezuna water. This is a good
home and can be bought cheap.
We also have for sale tracts of
land from 8 to 300 acres, all set in
alfalfa, and the larger tracts suit,
able for feeding stock. Plenty OF
water.
Fine farm, 48 acres under the San
Jose ditch, shares of San Jose
waterGood house and fence and all
under cultivation.
rs acres within l-2 mile of
Stafford, nearly all in alfalfa, good
home, barn and orchard. Plenty
of water.
40 acres under cultivation. 80
in alfalfa. Good orchard and
vineyard, dwelling home, we'll of
fine water and other improvements.
With 4 shares in Montezuma canal.
Anyone desiring to purchase, dis
pose of, or lease land is request
ed to call on or address the SAT-
ford Real Estate Agency.
HUNTER Il PATTERSON,
Manager.
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
SHOWED ITS HAND.

"Last Saturday night when the
train pulled out from Stafford there
was on board sixteen "wild and
woody cowboys" enroute to Whip
pie Barracks, near Prescott, where
they will be mustered into service
TO do battle against the Spanish
troops in Cuba. The Arizona regi-
ment OF cowboys, as it is general
ly known, will fall far short Of the
expectations of the Eastern army
officers, who imagine Arizona IS
-serding regiment of expert horse
men and crack shots. Those from
this county are lacking in both
these requirements" ."-BuRetin.
The Bulletin did not take a par,
-tiole of interest in getting up Ora,
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
nHAS ROBY.
CONTRACTOR and BUILDER
Stafford, arizona,

Will contract for all kinds e
buildings, from a window serene to
a $4,000 house. Satisfaction guar
anteed. Has worked l3 years at
his trade in Ell Paso, from which
place he brings the highest reco
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13

Perhaps the isfnite power OF
adaptability to circumstances OF the
American people was never better
illustrated than it has been in the
week following the declaration OF
war with Spain. With a hesitation
90 slight as to amount almost to in
difference, the business COMMUNITY
relieved from the tension caused by
the incubus of doubt and uncertain
ty which so long controlled it, has
stepped confidently forward to &C.
oept the situation confronting 1T
owing 10 the changed conditions
inevitable upon the breaking off OF
friendly relations with a foreign
power. So few have been the un'
favorable circumstances attending
tho rupture, temporary as these
must be at the worst, that they
have hardly excited remark, while
the stimulating effects have been
90 numerous and important as to
surprise all but the optimistic.
Bradstreet's state Of trade report
this week will bear careful reading
sby every business man who is anx.
Ious to measure the actual results
which have flowed from the ending
of the period of inaction. The list
of advances in prices Of staples
which presents itself this week is a
notable one. The agricultural
GLASSES can hardly view with un-
concern the making up of all the
products of their industry, and the
manufacturing interests, while
slower to feel the favoring breeze,
must surely in time profit largely |
thereby, because the development
of the foreign demand this week is
merely a tardy recognition of the
fact that this country today occu-
pies and enviable position as a
producer of staples which European
and other consumers must have
BrddStreet's
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
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Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
LATE EDITORIAL.

The newspapers all over the
Territory are soundly GROUNDING
up" the Bulletin for expI essing what
they term "copperhead echo," in
regard 10 volunteers from Graham
cpunty. The st. John Herald closes
an article on it thusly:
"The fact that the people OF Ari.
sona, and we don't except those OF
Graham county, are as patriotic as
those of any other portion OF the
United States, and demand to have
a hand in Furnishing Spain for her
numerous crimes. The editor OF
the Bulletin is undoubtly willing to
shoulder musket should there be
any real danger The weak point
is that he proposes to be the sole
Judge of the emergency"
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
DISEASES OF THE SKIN

DISEASES OF THE SKIN.
Ghe intense itching and smarting Incl
dent to eczema, letter, sSlt-rhemn, and other
diseases of the skin 10 instantly allayed by
Gpplying Chanberlsins Eve end Skin
Ointment, Many very bad ccsos have been
permanently cured by it, IL is equally
efficient for itching piles and favorite rr,n-
cay. for sore nipples; chapped har.ds, chill
6lains,. frost bites, and chroaia sors eyes.
For sale by druggists at rs cents per box.
Try Or. Cady's Condition Powders. they
arS Jus. What horseneais Z hen ia bad Coodf
ssi''- Tonic, Mood puriiler and vrsl.si,ase
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
= ZEAL T Y.
A n w Wzszz4-.-
FRefolloWiR9property
is for sale by the SAT-
ford Real Estate
Agency:
GHEGEIaERRAlakG

T1S~At~N
eeeRsG9GRRsqaSR
Iacres of finely improved
land, we'll Sc in alfalfa, 2
shares Monezuma water, ad-
joins Stafford.
Lots 2, 4, E, 8, 10, II, ID,
Io, block 81, Pearl street, ST.
ford.
Several lots on Stafford Avenue,
suitable for business locations.
80 acres of fine land near Safford
30 acres oft in alfalfa; good house
and corral; well waterod; fnest
farm In the valley for corn. Thi.
farm can be bought for $500 pei
acre and is great bargain, Term,
easy.
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
Millinery Store.

Mrs. Mary Stapley has a com
pIcte liue Of millinery goods and
notions. Hat trimming dore TO
order. One block south Of r.
Layton's residence, Thatcher.
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
SUNSET ROUTE.
Southern Pacific Railway.
First Publication April s.
Notice for Publication.
Homestead No. 2607.

EtOm Q StcaN NO. 2BDS.
LAND OFFICE AT TUCSON, ARIz
. ~ April, 4th, 1898. I
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof in support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before the Clerk
of the District Court at solomonville, Arizona,
on June 3, 1898. viz:
John 6. Caldwell Fort Thomas, Arizona, for
the Sc X sec 10 TIP s r "a K. G S M.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land, viz:
George Ronald, John Reid, Charles T. Reynolds,
and John A. Wills, all of Fort Thomas, Arizona
EUGENE J. TRIPPEL,
Repister
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
Bucklen q ArnIca Salve.

The Best Salve in the world for
Cuts, Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt
Rheum, Fever Sores, letter, Chap
ped Hands, Chilblains, Corns and
all Skin Eruptions, and positively
cures Piles, or no pay required.
1t is guaranteed to give perfect
satisfaction or money refunded.
Price 25 cents per box. For sale
by ali dealers in medlcine.*
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
The Scenic Line of Arizona.
S. F. P. & P. R'y. Go.
With The
SANTA FE SYSTEM.

Shortest and quickest route between Phoenix,
Kansas City, Chicago, st, Louis and Eastern
points
S. F. P. & P. Time Table No. rs,
Effective December Ia, 1897.
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13
First Publication April Is,
NOTICE For PUBLICATION.
Entry No. 1869
and Additional Homestead
Entry No 2IlI

Entry No. 2141.
LAND OFFICE AT TUCSON ARIzoHA)
April 18th, 1898
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice OF her intention to
make final proof in support of her claim and
that said proof will be made before the Clerk OF
the District Court at solomonyille, Arix, ON
May 2Sth, 1898, viz:
Mary M Judd. Thatcher. Graham County,
Arizona, for the E Y Sc Y Sw x Sc x SE K
SW v, Sec II Tp s rs f..
She names the following witnesses to prove her
continuous residence upon and cultivation OF.
said land, viz:
Isaac z. Robinson, John G. Morris and
Thomas Merrill all of Thatcher Graham Co
Arizona, Jacob d. Hartzler of Stafford, Gra-
ham Co. Arizona.
EUGENE J. TRIPPEL.
Register
Graham guardian., 1898-05-13

Several lots on Stafford Avenue,
suitable for business locations.
Omaha daily bee., 1898-09-21
DEILING WITH TIE Turk.

The United States government having
declined to accept the disclaimer of re-
sponsibility made by the Turkish gov
ernment regarding the destruction of
American property during the Armenian
massacres, the practical question is
whether we shall threaten force if the
claims are not paid. The matter would
seem to have passed beyond the stage
of diplomatic controversy and if our gov
ernment takes this view of it, it remains
to be determined whether it shall take
measures to enforce payment of the
claims or abandon them. Public opinion
appears to favor the former course. The
idea is and it is probably correct that
force is the only argument which the
sultan appreciates. An illustration of
this is found in the action of the Aus
trian government last year, which upon
the refusal of the Turkish government
to pay claim dispatched man-of war
to one of the Turkish ports with instruc-
tions TO shell it if the claim was not paid
in specified time. 1t is urged that we
should follow this course.
Perhaps it would be effective, but it is
not wise to hastily conclude that Turkey
would submit to such a demonstration on
the part of the United States without Of
fering any resistance. Much would de-
pend upon the attitude of European
powers and we cannot be sure that all
of these would approve of it. In the
event of any of them siding with Tur-
key we might find a demonstration
against that country source of no
little trouble to us. OF course our gov
ernment will make certain of being off
with one war before doing anything
that might invite or provoke another.
Omaha daily bee., 1898-09-21
THE CANADIAN NEGoTIA TIONs

The joint high commission to consider
and adjust matters in controversy be-
tween the United States and Canada
reassembled yesterday, after a recess of
nearly two weeks. Senator Faulkner of
West Virginia has been appointed to
succeed Senator Gray on the commits
sion, the latter having been appointed
one of the peace commissioners. AS we
have heretofore said in reference to
these negotiations, they are hardly less
important than the negotiations that
will be entered upon in Paris ten days
hence to perfect peace between the
United States and Spain.
From the proceedings of the joint high
commission so far held it is difficult
to forecast with any degree of conf
dence what may be the outcome out
some doubt is expressed as to whether
much of anything will be accomplished.
The commission grew out of the effort
of the United States government to
save the valuable seal herd in Bering
sea from total destruction, now rapidly
being brought about by pelagic sealing
What seemed fair prospect for an
agreement to protect the seal herd was
destroyed by the opposition of the Ca
madam government, which insisted that
no concession should be made to the
United States in this matter unless Can
ada received in return some trade con-
, ceSsion from this country. The pro-
. Of ha
to consider all the questions in contro-
versy between the two countries fol-
lowed. AS the sealing question is press
ing for early settlement and the Cana
dian commissioners refuse to enter into
any agreement on that question until
all of the other matters have also been
settled. the outlook is not good. 1t Is
quite possible that the entire sealing
question, in some respects the most
important of all, will be left wide open
providing Great Britain humors Canada
in the matter as has been done before
Failure of any agreement in the seal
Ing question will make more difficult
an agreement on other questions. The
| Canadian government realizes that the
| United States is more anxious TO have
this matter settled on Il fair basis than
any other, therefore it is apprehended
that government may make such use
of 1t as will imperil the success of the
entire negotiations. But this is not the
only matter that is likely to prove an
obstacle to the settlement of the issues
which the commission was appointed TO
adjust. The reciprocity question Is
likely to prove no less and possibly
Omaha daily bee., 1898-09-21
WORDS no ne REMEMBERED.
Pointer for Voluntccrs-Thc War Not
Yet Ended.

Several weeks ago President Mckinley, in
declining an invitation OF General Breck-
inridge to review the troops at Chickamauga,
took the occasion to say that "the highest
tribute that can be paid TO the soldier is to
say that he performed his full duty. The
field of duty is determined by his govern
ment and wherever that chances to be is
the place OF honor"
These words should be borne in mind by
all our volunteers today. Some OF them,
l who are destined to garrison duty in Cuba,
Porto Rico or the Philippines, do not like
that work, and would prefer to be mustered
out Some who are in camps or forts, with
prospect OF remaining there for time,
also chafe under the yoke OF the service
They enlisted from patriotic motives, and
still desire to serve the country, but now
that active operations against Spain are
! over they do not see why they need be
detained and they desire to resume their
ordinary life.
But not until the treaty Of peace is signed
can the war be said to be ended There is
always possibility that Spain may reject
some condition which we hold to be essen
tial, and that she may find an ally in up
holding her rejection Above ALL we cannot
discharge the obligations we have entered
iuto IesdrulHS CuDa, Iorto RICO ana the
Philippines without the employment of a
great body of troops, and at least some of
these must be volunteers.
The greatest mistake in this matter is to
suppose that there is no longer any chance
to render service of a high character to the
government. Those who went first to the
Held, and were victorious there have al
ready garnered their laurels, but we can as
sure the youth who are still to remain under
the colors that they will be proud OF their
service in after life, even If they may never
hre hostile shot. AS the president has
well said, "all have helped in the great
cause, whether in camp or battle, and when
peace comes all will alike be entitled to the
nations gratitude" In this respect the
volunteers will be like the regulars, who do
the duty assigned them whether in peace or
war leaving the government to determine
what that duty shall be,
Omaha daily bee., 1898-09-21
PAY OF THE SOLDIERS,
Looking Up the Cost of becoming an
Imperial Nation.

Chicago Chronicle
A valued correspondent calls attention to
the fact that various patriotic organizations
are asking contributions to help our needy
soldiers to buy food and medicines and asks
why they are not paid enough by the govern
ment to buy food and medicines for them
selves when those furnished in camp or on
the march are insufficient for their needs
1t is true that the government should fur
nish everything required for the soldiers or
should pay them enough so that they can
supply their own necessities.
The present pay of soldiers is S13 month
with deduction of 20 cents month for hos
pital fees Rations are furnished probably
sufficient in quantity to satisfy the soldiers
moderate appettes. At least medicines and
hospital service ought also to be furnished
without a beggarly eXaction from their
monthly pay. 1t is a disgrace to the govern
ment that the people at large should be
called upon to supply the necessities of the
soldiers and sailors who are fighting the bat
ties of the country by land and sea.
But II the United States is to become a
great colonizing power-if our imperial
domain is to be extended in all directions
to the four quarters of the globe-a vastly
increased expense for the army and navy
must be expected. Private contributions will
go but a little way in adding to the COM
forts OF the vast armies which we must
maintain. Higher pay, greater bounties for
enlistment, more muuifcent pensions, must
be provided or the army ranks will not be
filled and the ships OF the navy will be with
out crews.
We must count the cost Of becoming an
imperial nation, and it will be of tremendous
amount as compared with even the burdens
OF taxes borne by this generation.
Omaha daily bee., 1898-09-21
BEET AND CANE SUGAR.

A report just issued by the Depart.
ment Of Agriculture on the cultivation
Of beet sugar in the United States CON
tains a great deal that is instructive
to those interested in that industry. 1t
appears that this country has paid TO
other nations during the last five years
more than SjOO,OOO,OOO for sugar. The
total domestic product for 1897 was
1886, $50 tons and the total refined prod
uct of beet sugar 1,6T0,607 tons. OF
the total consumption 4o per cent was
beet sugar. The production of beet
sugar in the United States in 1897 was
barely 1919 per cent of the total domes-
tic consumption.
Secretary Wilson shows that upon
100000 acres enough sugar can be
produced to make the United States
entirely Independent of foreign supplies.
Assuming the correctness of this esti-
mate, and the authority of the secre
tary of agriculture in the matter will
hardly be questioned, there lis no doubt
that with proper encouragement the
beet sugar industry of this country
could within five years be made to sup
ply the home consumption. But under
the changed conditions which the war
has brought about the beet sugar in
dustry in this country is not likely to
make the progress it otherwise would
undoubtedly have done. With Hawaii
and Porto Rico increasing their sugar
production under the stimulus of Amer
lean enterprise and Cuba also adding
to its annual output, the incentive to
beet sugar cultivation in the United
States will be greatly reduced if not
entirely destroyed. Perhaps what has
already been accomplished in establish
ing this industry will be maintained,
but it is not to be expected that much
further progress will be made, at least
for years. Thus we shall continue to
import sugar, but the greater portion
of what is imported will in the near
future come from the islands which
war has placed under the control of
the United States and where American
enterprise will increase production.
Omaha daily bee., 1898-09-21

more difficult than the sealing issue. II
is understood that the Canadian govern
ment is disposed to make a crucial mat
ter of this question and In view of the
fact that 1t appears to have nothing
better to offer than has been hitherto
proposed the chances of agreement upon
scheme of trade reciprocity are far
from promising. The chief newspaper
organ in Montreal of the present min
istry said not long ago that If it had
not been for the persistent ''nagging'
of the United States by the conservative
government there would have been no
difficulties between the two countries.
part of this "nagging" consisted in
discriminating tariff duties and that
course is still pursued, Notwithstanding
the fact that our present ministry was
chosen with a view to inaugurate a
more liberal trade policy.
1t is presumed the joint high commits
sion will now continue in session until
its work is concluded. 1t is to be hoped
that the purpose Of its creation will be
accomplished, but the outlook is not
altogether favorable.
Omaha daily bee., 1898-09-21
Retirement of Secretary Day.
Philadelphia Press.


Secretary Days formal resignation of the
post from which he announced his retire.
ment six weeks ago ends an unique career.
Eighteen months ago he was a shrewd coun-
try lawyer Of nearly thirty years practice,
who was known to a limited circle in his
own profession in the various cities who had
come in contact with him as lawyer Of
great acumen and keen Judgment, though Of
limited parctice. Today he is recognized
the world over as a man who has conducted
the diplomatic affairs of a great nation at
a critical period with dignity, judgment
and success. Much is said of diplomatic
training in international affairs, but they
require the same qualities as all other ne
gotiation and native ability, integrity and
elevation of character count for more in
them than mere technical deXterity. Mr..
Day had these qualities and his success will
be gratefully remembered by Americans as
a proof Of our national resources equal to
any developed in the war. 1t is scarcely an
eXaggeration to say that nos a mistake has
been made by him in the conduct Of affairs
and his moderation is not his least title to
national approval.