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The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
Arid Lands and Silver.
IFrom the Tucson star.l

The silver issue in the silver region IS giving place to the irrigation issue, the water storage question. As the silver region and the arid region embrace the same area of the United States, congress will have an opportu- nity of helping the people to reclain the arid lands if it desires to be of any use to the people of the great Rocky Mountain region. It demonetized and closed our silver mines, thus throwing tens of thousands of miners out of employment and impoverishing many thousands of others of this region. Congress can in measure rectify the great damage done by assisting the people to make homes for themselves, es well as creating vast areas of pro ductive lands, which will return mill- ions of dollars annually to the country in cereals, fruits aud other values from the soil. The reclamation of the lands of the arid region is one of the most important questions before congress, as it means the restoration of pros perity to the silver regions of the United States and the creation of homes for tens of thousands of famil- ies.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
The Census Investigation of tlrrluation.


 A special effort will be made by the Division of Agriculture of the Twelfth Census of the United States to collect and tabulate important data relating to irrigation in the arid and semi-humid regions of the United States. A pre- liminary schedule has been prepared and will soon be sent out to obtain the names of corporations and individuals owning canals or ditches. This is one of the essential steps for securing de- sired information regarding the extent and value of the canals and ditches used fer irrigation, and their sources of water supply.
 In the preliminary schedule request is made for the names of the principal canals or ditches in their order down stream, the ditches to the right Qook- ing down stream) being arranged on the first page of the list, and those heading to the left on the last page. Request is also made for the name and post-ofice address of some person who can give detailed information concern ing each ditch.
 The principal schedule now in course of preparation will be mailed to the ad- dresses thus obtained calling for furth- CT data, which will be supplemented by detailed statistics gathered by the Census Enumerators.
 It should be noted by all interested iu the subject that these various in- quiries of the Census office in no way conflict with or duplicate the work, with reference to irrigation which is being conducted by any other depart ment of state. The most nearly re- lated inquiry is that of the Geological Survey, which, like that of the Census, is under the more immediate direction of MT. F. H. Newell, the Special Agent for Irrigation in the Eleventh Census, and Hydrograpfer of the Geological Survey. The fact that MT. Newell has supervision of this work in the | twelfth Census guarantees its efficiency and its value to the arid and semi humid regions.
 It will be readily apparent that the volume and value of these statistics will depend very largely upon the at- tention and interest shown therein by those engaged in irrigation and it is earnestly hoped that all to whom the schedules are addressed will appreciate the importance of the request and make prompt and careful reply. In this way only will it be possible to make the information concerning irri- gation full aud complete.
 In order to obtain full understand ing and an intelligent appreciation of the possible development of the arid and semi-humid regions of the West, 1 general knowledge of the progress actually made is of vital importance. An accurate Census of Irrigation will impart such general knowledge, and will be of great benefit to all those concerned in redeeming arid lands. The future development of this vast portion of our domain will be greatly advanced by comprehensive compila- tion of facts relating to it's irrigation such as contemplated by the Twelfth Census.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
Religious Notice.

Preaching at the Florence Presby- teriaI Church, on the second and fourth Sabbath of each month.
 Preaching services. Il a. m. and : :l5 p. m. Sunday school, every Sabbath, 10 a. m Christian Endeavor, every Sabbath, 6:30 p. m. Prayer meeting, every Wednesday, 6 30 p. m. You are cordially invited to attend these ser vices. The Pastor breaches every alternate Sabbath at Casa Grande and Arizola. II. B. MAYO, Pastor.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
somethlna for the New Neal.

The world-renowned success of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, and their continued popularity for near half a century as stomachic, is scarcely more wonderful than the welcome that greets Hostetter's Almanac. This medical treatise is published by the Hostetter Company, Pittsburgh, Pa, under their own immediate supervis- ion, employing sixty hands in that department. The issue of same for 1906 will be over eleven millions, printed in nine languages. Refer to a copy of it for valuable and interesting reading concerning health, and numer- ous testimonials as to the efficacy of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters. The Almanac for 1900 can be obtained, free of cost, from druggists and general country dealers in all parts of the country.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

"Baby Dody," who has been creat- ing sensation on the stage in San Francisco, is a grandniece of c. w. Fuller, of this town. Her mother is Mrs. Dora Shuitz, of Alameda. The child is but four years old, and Music and Drama says "she has been delighting audiences with her clever singing dancing and cakewalks. She appeared at the Elks' benefit and scored g tremendous hit"
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
Notice for Publ.casson.
tHomestead Application No. 1814.)

NftOHtst6ttu Appt1cdblOit NO. 1oI4.J
 DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, LAND OFFICE AT TUcsoN, Ariz.. Dec. g, 1899. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE V following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in SUD- port of his claim, and that said proof will be made before the Register and Receiver at Tucson. Arizona, on Tuesday. January 2s. 1900, viz: William T. Branaman, of Riverside. Arizona, for the SW14 Sec. 2s, T.4S., R.14E.. G. 6 S.R. B.&M.
 He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon. and cultiva- tion of said land, viz: William W. Swingle, of DudleyviIle. Arizona, Robert L. Brana- man, Thomas Desmond and Frederick ". Latin, of Riverside Arizona.
 MILTON R. MOORE, Register. First publication December 16 1899.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

The Florence Sunday School will present a pleasing Christmas pro- gramme next Sunday evening at the Presbyterian Church. Under the eff cient training of Miss Bogie Bartleson and Mrs. B. z. Wilson, the little folks have learned a number of pretty Christmas carols and songs, while others will give recitations and ex- ercises. All are cordially invited to attend this service.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Dr. F. A. Bayer, general agent for the Stempel fire extinguisher, gave an exhibition of his wonderful machine last Thursday to large crowd. Lumber, boxes and barrels were piled mp, covered with straw and saturated with coal oil. Immediately after being ignited the fire blazed up fully twenty feet high. The Doctor attacked it with one of his shree-gallon extin- guishers, and in less than minute there was not even spark left. The test was so satisfactory that number of business men purchased machines.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
Desert Land, Final Proof
 Notice for Publication.
UNITED STATES LAND OFFICE,

N0TICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AS William B. Charlton, of Casa Grande Arizona, has filed notice of intention to make proof on his desert-land claim No. 272s, for the NEl4 Sec. 15, T. 6 S.,R. 5 B.. c. & $. R. B. & M.. before the Register and Receiver at Tucson, Arizona. on Mon- day, the 18th day of January. 1900.
 He names the following witnesses to prove the complete irrigation and reclama- tion of said land: William C. Haynes and Donald J. J.Landers. of Sacaton. Arizona, and Alphonso Price and Robert T. Rollen. of Casa Grande, Arizona.
 MILTON R. MOORE. Register.
 First publication December 23, 1899.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
HOLIDAY GOODS.

Simon Angnlo & Co. have just re- ceived nice line of Christmas Toys and Notions suitable for holiday pres ents. Go at once and make B selection before the stock is culled over. First come, first served. Cash buys them at the very lowest prices ever offered in Florence. Also complete line of Dry Goods, Groceries, etc. As we buy strictly for cash, we are compelled to sell for cash in order to give our GUS toners the benefit of discounts.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Mesa is not in the least behind the other progressive towns of the Salt river valley. Last week there was a meeting of the leading citizens of that place, at which it was decided to do- nate the land for a ssO,000 sanitarium which is to he established at that place by Dr. 0. D. Weeks of California.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
Desert Land. Final Proof.
 Notice for Publication.
UNITED STATES LAND OFFICE,

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT 4s Daniel S. Weaver, of Casa Grande, Arizona, has filed notice of intention to make proof on his desert-land claim No. 2722, for the NE11l Sec. 8. T. 6S., R. , E., G. & s. R. B. & M., before the Clerk of the District Court at Florence, Arizona, on Monday, the sth day of January, 1900.
 He names the following witnesses to prove the complete irrigation and reclamation of said land: William H. Benson, Curtis G. Powell and Charles NJ. Marshall, of Florence, Arizona. and William Shaughnessy, of Casa Grande, Arizona.
 MILTON R. MOORE. Register. First publication December ?, lss9.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Prosperity is dawning. The gov ernor and attorney general have had the worms taken out of them and their bowels are regular. It is safe to say there will no longer be internecinality in the two coordinate branches of our territorial Daily En- terprise.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23
As a cure for. rheumatism Chamber

As cure for rheumatism Chamber lain's Pain Balm is gaining wide reputation. D. B. Johnston of Rich mond, Ind, has been troubled with that ailment since 1862. In speaking of it he says: T never found any thing that would relieve me until I used Chamberlain Pain Balm. It acts like magic with me. My foot was swollen and painiEg me very much, but one good application of Pain Balm relieved me. For sale by Brockway's Pharmacy.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

This week Mr. ". Y. Price purchas- cd from Colonel Robert Williams the residence in the Western addition now occupied by Probate Judge Herr. This is probably.s straw which shows the way the wind blows.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Colonel Robert Williams, proprietor of the Montezuma Hotel, in Nogales, was this week 8 visitor in Florence, where he has host of friends. Col onel Bob is doing well and deserves success. He left for home Thursday.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

The Arizona Copper company at Clifton has installed one of tue larg- est gasoline engines ever brought to Arizona. It will be used tp run the machinery at the saw mill instead of the steam engine used heretofore.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

In Tombstone last Monday Wiley Morgan was found guilty of murdering John Duncan ths jury recommending the prisoner to the mercy of the court. Judge Davis gave him twenty years.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

John Whitlow returned Wednesday from Mesa, where he went to visit his parents, who were sick, but are now much better. Miss Laura Sarrick, his niece, returned with him.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Harry Foreman, who has been min ing in Sonora for tke past year or two, arrived in Florence this week on a visit to his sisters, Mrs. A. F. Barker and Mrs. c. ". Lemon.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

wANTED-A stationary or hoisting engineer wants position in a mine, where he can make himself generally useful. He thoroughly understands his business. Apply at this office. St.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

There will be a grand Christmas ball Monday night at the Florence Hotel. Prof. OliVas' orchestra fur nishes the music, which is guarantee that it will be first class.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Gabriel E. Ansulo was over to Phoe- nix this week aud brought his wife a new Columbus buggy Tor a Christmas present.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

There was 10 school this week, the trustees having decided to give the children two veeks' vacation, which will be made up at the end of the term.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

The Territorial Teachers Associa- tion meets in Tucson next week. Prof. McAnister and Miss Newell, of Flor enee, will attend.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Mrs. s. II. Summers aud her grand daughter, Joy Bierry, are reported much improved after their recent seri- ous illness.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

County taxes become delinquent last Monday, but until his report is made Treasurer w. '. Price will receive money without payment of penalty.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Mir and Mrs. F. D. Haddock left Wednesday for San Rernardino, to spend the holidays with relatives.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Judge W. H. Benson leaves to-day for Santa Menica to spend the holidays with his family.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

TIE TRIBUNE wishes all it's readers a merry Christmas.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

Miss Mary Bartleson will be home to-day to spend the holidays.
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

The Florence Pharmacy has just received a fine line of Xmas goods,
The Florence tribune., 1899-12-23

First publication December IS, 1899.
The Portland daily press., 1899-03-06

duced. Several scores OF bills were
signed while the President was ut tbs
Capitol and in most instances they re-
csivel his signature without close iuspec-
ton, this being plain as various bills
which went to him were quite voiumi-
nous. The last appropriation bill to re-
ceive the executive approval was the Dis
triot bill. -,
The President expressed himself as well
pleased in general with the outcome OF
the session of Congress just closed. He
takes hopeful view of conditions beiiev-
Ing that failures of Congress to meet the
requirements in several instances will not
operate to embarrass the government seri-
ously 1t was the purpose of the Presi-
dent had Congress listened favorahly to
his request for authority to appoint four
additional Major Generals to have named
Generals Lee, Wilson, Wheeler and Wood.
1t was bitter disappointment to the war
department that the request OF the Presi-
dent for authority to appoint only one ad-
ditional Major General of regulars should
have been negativei. 1t was the purpose
to name for that honor General Shafter
in order that he might retire with the
laurelsIhe has earned The general must
be retired by law on the 18TH of the pres
emit month and must go out With only n
volunteer commission. 1t is the purpose
to give him Mt least tEis
The Portland daily press., 1899-03-06
TIE MAJOR GENERALS.
Otis, Lsuton, shaner, Lee and Wilson
Got the PIssns.

Washington, March 4. Though not liked
bovond amendment at this moment the
list of five officers who are likely to be
retained In the grade of majUr general
of volunteers Is; General Otis in com
mand at Manila; General Lawton, about
to arrive at that place andstake charge OF
the active military operations; General
Shafter in command of the department. OF
California; General FItzhugh Lee and
probably General Wilson In Cuba.
Owing to the severe limitations I'M
posed by the army reorganization bill the
war department will lind itself unable
to bestow q major generals commission
on General Henry, now in. command OF
tho island of Porto Rico, Thereiis no
certainty now that the President Will ever
oruanize volunteer regiments to the ag-
qregate number of 35, 0o0 as permitted In
the re reorganization bill There Is n grow
ing impression at the war department
that 1t will Re possible to get along With
G., OC0 men who will be IN the regular
army. although if the conditions become
worse in the Philippines some of the vol
untpeTS may Dt ASA' A"S NNhe-"'
organization is much more manageable
and its efficiency is so much greater that
there IS every disposition to avail OF 1T to
the full extent and to avoid the services
of the volunteers until an emergency ar
riyes 1t is also true that the administra-
ton feels that the intent of Congress
would be more closely met by Keeping
the army down to the minimum require
ments. Meanwhile the officers OF tho pres
emit volunteer regiments are proceeding
on the theory that these volunteers are to
be continued in active service and
large proportion Of them are making Wig
orous efforts to secure berths tor them.
selves in the new volunteer army. This
is not only true of the line places but OF
tho staff corps as WE'LL and as the secre-
tary of war Will be under the necessity
of Immediately cutting down the staff
places severely there is already scrain-
BILE among the volunteer officers now in
to remain there.
The Portland daily press., 1899-03-06

Congress adjourned without day eight
minutes after ~ O'Clock after n continu-
Gus session beginning at IL O'Clock on
Friday with the exception OF one hour
for recess during the forenoon.
The day of final adjournment broke
with the Senate In executive session dis
posing of large numbers of nominations
When the doors were opened there were
seen but handful of tired and haggard
looking senators who we're waiting Tor
the final reports from the conferees ON
the two bills yet in dispute. Finally
MIR. Hale appeared with both.
The deficiency bill! was quickly passed
and then came tho closing light on the
naval bill and the price of armor plate
and an armor plata factory. This was
finally over and the weary senators took
a short recess Upon reassembling the
Senate took on new appearance. Some
few n attempts at legislation were made
hut were unsuccessful. Then the gal
leries filled with visitors who were there
to see the final ceremonies. They were
not long permitted to enjoy themselves
executive scsslOI uibNo ihsc
the corridors where they patiently waited
for the doors to open. When this was
done only five minutes remained OF the
Congress but the hands of the CLOCK were
turned back 10 minutes to give time for
the usual complimentary resolutions and
tho address CT the Vice President.
President Mckinley and his entire cnbi-
net had como TO the capitol and were in
the Presidents room back of the Senate
chamber where the various bills were
hurried for signature. Finally the last
bio aDpropriation bill had received the
Presidents approval aud everything YVES
ready for the close The resolutions
thanking Vice President Hobart and
president pro tenn Frye were adopted.
The Vice Presi dent responded in an ad-
dress and the Senate, which had been in
turmoil for several days, quietly came to
an end.
The Portland daily press., 1899-03-06

have your final approval; where l nave
failed / am sure you have given me creuie
Tor honorable intentions.
Notwithstanding the differences Oh
upinion or of party you have given your
condolences In all which pertaineu ~ ny
duties here in manner so fnii anu
ample that my memory OF 1t VIII hevee
pass away. When l compare the opPor.
tunity you have given me with what mas
been nossiblc to do | now see how much
| need your kind Endorsement OF tousy
for which l return you thanks and graft.
tude with pleasant memories OF your
paet which / shall always cherish, ana
hest wishes for your future, which snail
always entertain. | now declare THIS
House adjourned without day.
The hour was exactly l2.lu
Half dozen times during his remarks
the Speaker was Obliged to pause owing
to spontaneous applause which arose on
all sides, and when he concluded with
the announcement that the House stooa
nd iourped sien die, the applause ana
cheers were deafening.
The galleries joined in the outburst.
suddenly some members down nenr the
rostrum began singing, and above the
din rose the strains OF My Country us
of Thee"
The air was taken up, the galleries
catching the inspiration and everybody
rose and joined III the singing, until In
one grand chorus thousands were volcing
the beautiful words OF the national an.
them. .., ...,..
cheers for Dewey - and they were given
with volcanic and explosive yigor.
Then came cheers for the army and
navy and finally tor Joe Wheeler.
mis- wonderful demonstration cnnclud-
ed with the singing of the Doxology.
The Portland daily press., 1899-03-06
OVER SAMPSON.
Schley the Senior Admiral by Two
Numbers.

hut Both are Far From the Head Of the
List-How This Present standing
was Brought About
Washington, March 4-The Senate de-
cided TO take up the naval nominations
sent In today, and they were confirmed
without opposition. These are the pro-
motions resulting from the naval person.
mel bill. Ii settles the Sohley sampson
controversy by making each rear ad-
miral, with Schley two numbers In ad-
vance of sampson.
As the nominations went to the Senate
they were based on tho standing OF the
officers in the old register, and no account
was taken Of the effect of action or non
action on the part of the Senate on the
many naval nominations now pending
before that body. Thus in the list oil rear
admirals submitted. eighteen In number,
which list includes men who held the
rank of commodore, which was abolished
nv the bill, Schley stands two numbers
in advance of Sampson. This is precisely
his relative position on the existing reg
lister, though had the Senate confirmed
the nominations of tho two officers to be
rear admrals as they vera specially sub
mitted by the President. Sampson would
have stood two numbers ahead of Schley.
Both officers suffered materially, as the
Senats has the Presidents recommended
ton for their advancement ON account OF
services rendered at Santiago, for, instead
of stand,ng almost at the head of the list
Of lear admirnls, they number 10 and IL
respectively in that grade. The eighteen
1ear admirals nominated tand confirmed
ore. McNair, Howell, Howison, hautz.
Kenny, Farouhnr, Watson, Philip, Kobe
son, Schley, Casey, Sampson, CROMWELL
Higeinson, Picking, Rodgers, hempn
and Sumner.
The first effect of the merging OF the
engineers in the line is apparent In the
newly arranged list OF captains for third
on the line of captains stands the name
of George W. Melville, now engineer In
chief with the relative rank OF commo
dore. Other well-knOwn engineers VINO
figure on the captains list are RearicE,
Andrade, Low, Buchler and Robinson.
The list of capital rs is headed by Meteor
mick. with Barker. now of the Oregon,
second; Cotton third and Robley u.
Evans fourth. There are 70 captains row
on the list. Commander Book heads the
list in his rade, and there are III names
| following his name in the list OF COM
uanders. The lieutenant commanders
list Is headed by Niles and the lieuten-
ants list by Bouche. There are i7c lieu.
| tenant commanders and 3OO neutenants Vi
the senior grades, and theGe lists have
perhaps shown the greatest increase on
account of the addition Of the engineers.
Besides the entire naval list the Senat
| in executive session last night connrmefi
the following nominations: War-Colpnei
| Fred q. Ainsworth. to be chief OF the
record and pension office, war department,
with rank OF brignder general; John
TweedaIe of Pennsylvania, TO be assistant
chief of the record and pension ONCE
| with rank of major.
The Portland daily press., 1899-03-06
ELECTRICS STALLED.

A two horse set of runners hauling logs
stuck on the car tracks opposite the power
HOUSE, foot of Greenl street, Saturday
afternoon shortly after 5 O'Clock. As Il
result six cars of the electric railroad
company were stalled for about 10 min'
utes. Finally pair of horses was taken
from another log team and with the
strength of four horses the logs were
hauled across sthe tracks out Of the way,
A crowd of 100 people stood In the vicin'
ity watching proceedings. As soon al
the tracks were cleared two dogs that
were in the crowd with desire for ex
element got into lively scrap. The
dogs had q fierce battle for a few min
utes until some OF the bystanders put
stop to the contest.