Arizona republican., 1898-09-29
THE MAN AND THE TIME.


 When the great state of New York, with its millions of patriotic citizens, can feel proud in honoring the colonel of the Rough Riders-''Teddy" Roose- veit-by making him governor Of that great state, cannot Arizonians ir- respective of parties do as much or all within their limited power. for the lieutenant-colOnel Of the Rough Riders I-the gallant Colonel Alex. o. Brodie? We know Arizonians are net one whit behind New York-except in num- Der of nhabitants-either in patri- otism, enthusiasm or in self-respecting pride; and we believe that our people, regardless Of political affiliations, will join hands and elect Colonel Brodie to congress. In doing this they will honor themselves, evidence their patri otism and pride, and at the same time show their appreciation for one of the heroes Of Fl Caney and Quasina-Pick and Drill.
 When the polls close November it will be found that the voters Of Ari- zona have been animated by the same feeling that brought about the nomi- nation of both Roosevelt and Brodie. The desire to honor brave soldier is as strong in Arizona as it is in any ether section of this great country. By reason Of having supplied three troops of the Rough Riders Arizona has a direct interest in that famous organi zation. It is proud of it's boys who hazarded their lives in the war with Spain, and especially proud Of Colonel Rrcdie and the other officers who set such an example Of courage and forti- tude in the face of the foe. A returned Rough Rider declared to the writer a few days ago that every man in the regiment loved Colonel Brodie not only for his bravery at Las Guasimas but for the solicitude he displayed at all times for the comfort of the men he brought the wounded Rough Riders from Santiago to New York Colonel Brodie, his arm in a sling, and suffer ing great pain, nevertheless devoted himself to the alleviation of the sui ferings Of McClintock and others who were unable to move. In that crowded transport his wounded arm was con- tinually being jostled, neeessitating the frequent renewal Of the bandages, but Brcdie stuck to his self-appointed task without murmur. His conduct at tested to his manIiness of character, and it is small wonder that his men are deeply attached to him.
 The qualities Colonel BTodie dis played during and after the war give him a claim on the affec- tions Of the people just as strong as that possessed by Teddy Roosevelt on the voters Of New York state. The time has not yet come in Arizona when the record of Q hero can be lightly set aside. The manner Of the reception of | Colonel Brodies nomination attests to the general regard in which he is held 1 If any voters desire a stronger req son for supporting Colonel Brodie let them cast their eyes over the situation at Washington. It is as certain as any thing can be in this world that the re- publicans will control both houses of congress as a result of the coming elec- tio1. The war issue alone will give them a tremendous leverage despite the democratic attempt to beSmirch the war department One senator, Kyle Of South Dakota, already has announced his return to the republican column. | The places of several democratic sen atcrs unquestionably will be filled by republicans German Of Maryland will
 be succeeded by McComas, a republi- can, and Senator Murphy of New York will give way to republican, as the
 incoming New York legislature will
 be republican Arizona is well thought of in the east by reason of her closa connection with the Rough Riders.
 Brodie is as well known in the east as
 he is in Arizona. The election Of Col
 oneI Brodie would meet with
 approval in Washington. With his 1 grand war record he would be one of the most popular men Tn congress. Ari- zoIa would rise in the public estima- tion, and Brodie's demand for state hcCd would mset with ready response. We have no doubt that the people will take common sense view of the situ- ation and give Brodie a majority that will break the record in Arizona