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The Conservative, 1900-11-22
CHINA.

nifty of 5000, ,OOO,-
900, punishment of those connected
with the attack upon foreigners, and the
prohibition of the importation of arms
and munitions of war are the conditions,
it is reported, the powers have agreed to
demand of China. This government
may equitably demand that severe
penalties be inflicted upon the leaders Of
the anti foreign uprising and in addition
insist upon reasonable indemnity for
the loss of property sustained by Ameri-
can citizens. Beyond this we have no
moral right to proceed. To enlarge
upon these demands is to use diplomacy
as disguise for international robbery
An indemnity of $500, 10000 is be-
yond all reason. If this amount should
be insisted upon by
the powers it would
mean extreme distress, insufferable
hardship upon an already impoverished
and overtaxed people. The amount is
so unreasonable and excessive that there
is no chance of China being able to
meet it. There is much ground for the
suspicion that knowing ones placed the
indemnity at this high figure with the
certain knowledge of the inability of
China to comply with it and then to use
her poverty as a pretext to seize territory
as security in payment of the claim.
There are strong grounds for believing
that it is but a covert move for the dis
memberment of the empire.
The United States government cannot
afford to become a party to a conspiracy
of this kind. 1t
would belle every
honorable and unselfish assurance given
to the Chinese government upon the in
vasion of her territory by our forces.
The state department then announced
our sole and distinct purpose to be to re-
lieve the American legation besieged at
Peking and protect other Americans re-
siding in China. We emphatically dis
claimed any ambition to become party
to the dismemberment of the empire.
Thus far these assurances have been
The Conservative, 1900-11-22
THOMPSON.

In the United
States senate the
name Thompson has been quite COM
mon. There was John B. Thompson
of Kentucky and Thomas w. Thomp
son from New Hampshire and John R.
Thompson from New Jersey. And in
Nebraska there are now two Thompsons,
The Conservative, 1900-11-22
Che Conservative.

kept to the letter. We have acted in
good faith. When the other powers
quibbled over the withdrawal of their
troops the United States acted indepen-
IDENTIFY. We thus established precedent
that no doubt greatly Influenced the
action of the other powers, and hastened
the withdrawal of the forces. Shall we
now cast blot upon the splendid record
achieved for American diplomacy by be-
coming party to scheme to partition
the Chinese empire? Shall we thus aid
to accomplish in an indirect and covert
way that which we declared it our pur-
pose to prevent?
In the negotiations for peace it would
be we'll for our government to remember
that where there is
European
Responsibility. so much smoke
there must be a
little fire. Perhaps the fault of
the original outbreak did not lie en-
tirely with China. Reports from
reliable and trustworthy sources indicate
that citizens of the very countries, now
most strenuous in demanding indemnity,
gave not little provocation to the
natives. There are strong reasons for
believing that they purposely invited the
hostility of the oriental and provoked
the attack merely to afford their
respective governments an opportunity
to make advantageous peace negotia.
tions. If this be true, ought we to play
into the hands of designing Europeans.
The United States should insist upon
guaranty for the protection of Ameri.
cans residing in
China, a areasonable
indemnity for losses incurred, and the
punishment of those responsible for
recent depredations in violation of our
treaty rights. We should not, however,
use the wrongs we have suffered as
pretext for counter Boxer movement,
under the leadership of foreign dip.
lomatists, to plunder the people of
China. Neither should we do that
which would leave China powerless to
defend herself against the encroach
ments of other powers. The law of
self representation is the first of natural
laws. Either nation or an individual
has the right to protect itself from at
tack. But of what avail is the right if the
means of enforcing it are taken away :?
And this is what European diplomatists
propose to do in China. AS our indie.
pendent move in the matter of the
withdrawal of the troops resulted most
happily, why not try similar tactics in
the present controversy and again act
independently? Why not negotiate for
peace direct with China upon q basis
satisfactory to ourselves and let the
European powers do what they will I?
We need not be generous but we should
be just.
The Conservative, 1900-11-22

A DUPE OF William j.
FALSE PROPHETS. Stones temporary
sojourn in New
York City, as eastern manager for the
democratic national committee, was pc
culiarly valuable to him from an educa-
tional standpoint. Prior to going to New
York he was firm believer in prophets.
His faith was implicit that some men were
endowed with the gift of prophecy and
could with unerring accuracy read the
future. So deeply rooted was his faith
that simple little Willie placed finan-
cial rating upon the political forecasts of
Croker, ct. al, and thereby hangs tale.
A press dispatch thus refers to the un-
happy post election plight of this dupe
of false prophets.
eek. Governor William J. Stone of
Missouri, vice. chairman of the demo-
cratic national committee, in charge of
the eastern headquarters at the Hoffman
house, returns to st. Louis thoroughly
disgusted with Richard Croker and the
result of the election. Mr.. Stones
friends at the Hoffman house asserted
that Mr.. Stone had lost all his ready
cash-about SIC. .OOO-betting on the size
of the republican plurality in this state.
Mr.. Stones friends assert that Mr..
Croker assured the Missourian that
McKinley's plurality could not possibly
exceed 100, 900 in the state.
"Relying on Mr.. Crokers Judgment,
based, as Mr.. Stone had been assured,
on close canvas of the state by the
democratic state committee, Mr.. Stone
wagered his own money and lot that
his friends intrusted to him for betting
purposes. When the returns showed
nearly $50, 900 in the state for Mckinley
and Roosevelt, Mr.. Stone was 80
thoroughly chagrined as to be made
almost ill. His friends say that the
greeting he will receive in St. Louis will
not be over cordial, as his optimistic in
terviews on the political situation had
let his friends to suppose that Bryan had
a good chance to win.
"Mr. Stone said number of severe
things the other day about political
prophets, and those who overheard him
interpreted his remarks as referring to
certain people in Tammany hail."
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
A New Years Guide.

There is one book every one should
make an effort to get, for the new year.
It contains simple and valuable hints
concerning health, many amusing anec-
dotes, and much general information.
We refer to Hostetter's Almanac, pub
lished by The Hostetter Co, Pittsburgh,
Pa. 1t will prove valuable to any house
hold. Sixty employees are kept at work
on this valuable book. The issue for 1901
will be over eight millions, printed IN
the English, German, French, Welsh,
Norwegian, Swedish, Holland, ohe
mian and Spanish languages. 1t con-
tains proof of the efficacy of Hostetters
stomach Bitters, the great remedy pre-
pared by the publishers, and is worthy
Of careful preservation. The nan
nay be obtained free Of cost, at any
druggist or general dealer in the coua-
fry
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
GOOD ADVICE.

, The most miserable beings in the
world are those suffering from Dyspep-
STA and Liver Complaint. More than
seventy-five per cent of the people in
the United States are afflicted with
these two diseases and their effects:
Such as Sour Stomach, Sick Headache,
Habitual Costiveness, P%alpitation of
the Heart, HEARTBURN, Water-brash,
Gnawing and Burning Pains at the Pit
of the Stomach, Yellow Skin, Coated
Tongue and Disagreeable Taste in the
Mouth, Coming up Of Food after Eating,
Low Spirits, etc. Go to your Druggist
and get a bottle of August Flower for
Is cents. Two doses will relieve you.
Try it. Get Green's Prize Almanac.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
OJO CALIENTE HOT SPRINGS.

These Celebrated Hot Springs are To-
Gated in the midst of the Ancient Cliff
Dwellers, twenty-five miles west of
Taos, and fifty miles north of Santa Fe,
and about twelve miles from Barranca
Station, on the Denver & Rio Grande
Railway, from which point a daily line
of stages run to the Springs. The tenn
perature Of these waters is from 80 to
1872 degrees. The gases are carbonic. AL
titude. 5000 feet. Climate very dry and
delightful the year round. There is now
a commodious hotel for the convenience
of invalids and tourists. These waters
contain 1,6S6.24 grains of alkaline salts
to the gallon, being the richest alkaline
Hot Springs in the world. The efficacy
OF these waters has been thoroughly
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
HOW TO CURE ROU

Mr.. r. Gray, who lives neal Armenia,
Duchess county, N. Y, says: Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy is the best medi-
cine l have ever used. 1t is a fine chill
dren's remedy for Group, and never fails
to cure" When given as sOon as the
child becomes hoarse, or ever after the
croupy cough has developed, it will pre-
vent the attack. This should be borne
in mind and a bottle of the Cough Rem
edy kept at hand ready for instant use
as soon as these symptoms appear. For
sale by Ireland.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
A GOOD THING.

German Syrup is the special prescrip-
ton of DR.. A. Boschee, a celebrated
German Physician, and is acknowl-
edged to be me of the most fortunate
discoveries in Medicine. 1t quickly cures
Coughs, Colds and all Lung troubles of
the severest nature, removing, as it
does, the cause of the affection and
leaving the parts in a strong and
healthy condition. 1t is not ar expert
mental medicine, but has stood the test
of years, giving satisfaction in every
case, which it's rapidly increasing sale
every season confirms. Two million bot
ties sold annually. Boschee's German
Syrup was introduced in the United
States in 1868, and is now sold in every
town and village in the civilized world.
Three doses will relieve any ordinary
cough. Price IS cts. Get GREEN'S Prize
Almanac.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

tested by the miraculous cures attested
to in the following diseases: Paralysis.
Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Consumption,
Malaria, Bright's Disease of the Kid
neys, Syphilitic and Mercurial Affec-
lions, Scrofula, Catarrh, La Grippe, all
Female Complaints, etc, etc. Board,
Lodging and Bathing, $3.50 per day; $14
per week; $50 per month. Stage meets
Denver trains and waits for Santa Fee
train Upon request. This resort is at
tractive at all seasons, and is open all
winter. Passengers for Ojo Caliente can
leave Santa Fe at 1908 a. m. and reach
Ojo Caliente at 5 p. m. the same day.
Fare for the round trip from Santa Fe
to Ojo Caliente, 81. For further partic-
ularS. address
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
A Thorough Disguise.

I'm going to fix that boy SO that his
mother won't know him." said the
school ma'am, as the lad numbered in a
minute behind time.
"What are you going to do inquired
the superintendent.
Send him right back home with a
clean face, said the teacher in the tones
of one who is about to inaugurate a
great innovation.
Don't use any of the counterfeits Of
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. Most of
them are worthless or liable to cause
injury. The original DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve is a certain cure for piles,
eczema, cuts, scalds, burns, sores and
skin diseases. Ireland's Pharmacy.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Ten Cents Saved.

G~azely-Now that we're engaged. my
girl is beginning to make me economic.
You know | used to take a pound of 50
cent bonbons every Saturday.
Hazley-Yes, and now she insists Oh a
cheaper sort, eh?
Gazley-Oh. no You can't get two
/! pounds of the S0-cent kind for S1.5o. 50
she insists on a two pound boX.-Phila-
delphia Press.
Fol three days and nights 1 suffered
| agony untold from an attack Of cholera
morbus brought or by eating cucum
bers,' says M. E. Lowther, clerk of the
district court, Centerville, Iowa.. Il
thought I should surely die, and tried a
dozen different medicines, but all to no
purpose. I sent for a bottle of Cham
berlain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy and three doses relieved me en-
tirely." This remedy is for sale by A.
G. Ireland.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Traffic.

Every man has his price" remarked
the person who INDUCES in h%ackneyed
phrases.
eyes," answered Senator Sorghum.
every time | go to transact some little
affair with a member of the legislature
| realize the utter fallacy Of that talk
about the impossibility nowadays Of a
mans setting up in a small business for
Observation-Disclosures Star.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
PLAYED OUT.

Dull Headache, Pains in various parts
of the body, Sinking at the pit ct the
stomach, Loss of appetite, Feverisn-
ness, Pimples or Sores are all positive
evidences of impure blood. Nc matter
how it became 80, it must be purified
in order to obtain good health. Acker's
Blood Elixir has never failed to cure
Scrofulous or Syphilitic poisons or any
other blood diseases. 1t is certainly a
wonderful remedy, and we sell every
bottle on a positive guarantee.
For sale al Fischcr's drug store.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

Among the tens of thousands who
have used Chamberlain's Cough Rene
dy for colds and la grippe during the
past few years, to our knowledge, not a
single case has resulted in pneumonia.
Thos. Whitfield & Co., 240 Wabash ave
nue., Chicago, n of the most promi-
speaking of this, says: 1--WE recommend
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for la
grippe in many cases, as 1t not only
gives prompt and complete recovery,
but also c~ounteracts any tendency of la
grippe OF result in pneumonia" For
sale by Ireland.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Evidence OF Meanness.

"Mean!" exclaimed the borrowing
%neighbor. shes the meanest woman
| ever knew. Why. in the week since
she's moved in | have only borrowed a
little salt. some flour, Il few eggs. a bit
of coffee, some ice. IA tiny bit Of baking
powder, a broom, a loaf of bread, ii
hammer, a few tacks and a half peek of
apples, and she had the nerve to-dayto
putupon her back doorthe sign: Gro
ceries at Retail Wouldn't that shock
you?"-Chicago Post.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

No one can reasonably hope for good
health unless his bowels o once each
day. When this is not attended to, dis
orders Of the stomach arise, biliousness,
headache, dyspepsia and piles soon fol-
low. If you wish to avoid these ailments
keep your bowels regular by taking
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tab
lets when required. They are so easy
to take, and mild and gentle in effect,
For sale by ireland.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
His Appearance Against Him.

Gould you do something for a pool
old sailor?" asked the %wanderer at the
gate.
''Poor old s%ailor?!" echoed the lady al
the tub.
"Yes'm. | followed the water for q
years"
WELL said the lady at the tub, after
a critical look, lyon certainly don't lool
as if you'd ever ketched up with it," anC
resumed her Delsartean exercises OF
Observation-Disclosures Press.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

"Well, Maude and Jake Gotrocks are
nc longer friends"
you don't say so! What's the mat.
ter?"
They've had a dreadful misunder.
standing; Maude is awfully angry
and it's all about Il kiss"
"How did it happen?'
"She dared him 10 kiss her, and he
promptly did il. of course"
"There's the trouble. He didn't!"-
Colorado Springs Gazette.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
When O need a soothing and heal

When you need q soothing and heal
ing a%ntiseptic application for any pur-
pose. use the original DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve, a well known cure for pies
and skin diseases. 1t heals sores with
out leaving a scar. Beware of counter
feits. Ireland's Pharmacy.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

If you would have an appetite like a
bear and a relish for your meals, take
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tab
let's. They correct disorders of the stom-
ach and regulate the liver and bowels.
Price, 25 cents. Samples free, at Ire
lands drug store.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
On Bad Terms.

'Reckon that l belong to the dollar
curved class complained the man with
the thin coat.
Didn't know that you V e had them
yarn mittens.
''That's just it," replied the complain
ant: ''you never associate with and help
the maj you're always cursing, do vou??'
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Heln is needed at once when a per,

sons life is in danger. A neglected
cough or cold may soon become serious
and should be stopped at once. One
Minute Cough Cure quickly cures
coughs and colds and the worst cases OF
choup, bronchitis, grippe and other
throat and lung troubles. Ireland's
Pharmacy.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Quite Anlicable,
Life to the LUNGS.

Br~iggs-Sterns and you are both very
positive chaps. Don't you even quarrel
when you get to talking?
Wuzzle-Oh. dear, no! The thing is
impossible. The fact is, we never dis
agree. We never talk on the same sub
iect. and neither of us listens to the
other. We just talk, that's all.-Boston
Transcript.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Weary willie was Grateful.

ut is very kind of you, madam" said
the tramp, ito give me such a fine dim
ner."
Don't mention it, you poor man,
said the kind-hearted woman.
"But I'll repay you" said the tramp,
gratefully. ''lll tell all my pals that
you are Il finty-hearted termagant
that amt never known how to cook
nothin' decent, SOS they'll give your
house the go7hy and won't never bother
you."-Tit-Bits.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Didn't Like Worry,

Mrs, Minks-Don't you wish you
could get money by simply drawing a
check, the way your husband does?
Mrs. W~inks-lndeed ! don't. IF |
drew the checks myself I'd have tc
worry over the balances. I'd rather
he'd draw them.-N. Y. Weekly.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Why He Tramped.

Housekeeper--l'd just like to know
why you 60 tramping through the coun-
try? [,
Moldy Mikc-Well, mum, I've heard
that these ere palace cars IS rather
stuffy. mum.-New York Weekly.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Paving the Way.

She-To live with you, dear George,
on a desert %island-to be always with
you--that would be my great JOY hence
forth.
He-You dear girl. And that is really
all you ask for?
She-Yes. If there is one other thing
| would like when we're married, it is
that you will take a box at the opera for
the season. Will you, George dear?-
London Pick-Me-Up.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

Robinson-My dear, | don't know
why you should warn the cook so fire.
quently about lighting the fire with
kerosene. Let her do as she pleases.
Mrs. Robinson-But she may blow
herself up.
Observation-Disclosures Life.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

Prophecies" said the ~jocular young
man, extending his palm, "canst read
the future? ] would fain know what
it has in store for me-"
THE page is somewhat soiled, but
still legible,' the fortune-teller re-
piled. bending over it. Il am able
to foresee, young sir, that you will
never die from an excessive use of
soap and water."-Chicago Tribune.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
More Than one way In,

She-Talked a hole through an iron
pot! What an absurd expression!
He-Oh, I don't know. 1 know a
mar that TWO his way into q steel
iail.-Indianapolis Press.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

First Man-Do you think that you
can tell a mans character by the bumps
on his head?
Second Ditto-Well, I think you can
tell more of his wife's character by
thsml--N. Y. World.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

When you have no appetite, do not
relish your food and feel dull after eat
ing, you may know that you need a dose
Of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver
Tablets. T'rice, rs cents. Samples free
at A. C. II lands drug store.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

When you cannot sleep for coughing,
it is hardly necessary that n one
should tell you that you need a few
doses Of Chamberlain's, Cough Remedy
to allay the irritation of the throat and
make sleep possible. 1t is good. Try 1t.
For sale by A. G.. Ireland.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
In Boston.

Mamma-Dear me! Your brother will
not keep himself clean.
The SiX-Year-Old-Well, mamma, it
is hardly reasonable to expect Il three
year-old child to take a deep interest in
his personal appearance!-Puck.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Al, In sinuation.

Estber--My mother was renowned for
her beauty. She was certainly the
handsomest woman | have ever seen.
Miss Cayenne-Ah, it was your father
then who was not good looking.-Lon-
don Tit-Rits.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12

Niece Gladys-Auntie, when does q
woman commence to grow old?
Aunt Broadhead--Just as soon as
she begins to understand why it is
that her husband does not seem to
pity his old bachelor friends.-Puck.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
It's Element of Horror.

I'm sorry | read that story eX-
claimed Mr.. Pneer, throwing down the
borrowed book in. disgust. Its a
tragedy"
Doesn't the hero marry the heroine
in the last chapter?" asked Mrs Pneer.
Eyes. but it costs him his fortunes! -
Chinarn TrihMnn.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Earl Ii and Late.

The Emperor, Kwang Su, was furious
81 degrade you!' cried his majesty.
''You are no longer the Earl Ii Hung
Chang!"
The v~iceroy grovcled conventionally.
''Is that tantamOunt," he made bold
to ask, ''to making me the late Hung
Change"
Fortunately the Emperor was suf-
iiciently imbued with Western ideas to
perceive the delicate wit Of this retort
and the royal wrath vanished in gales of
merriment. Detroit journal.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Now is the time when Group and IL

Now is the time when Group and lung
troubles prove rapidly fatal. The only
harmless remedy that produces imme-
date results is One Minute Cough Cure.
1t is very pleasant to take and a be
relied upon to quickly cure coughs,
vent consumption. Ireland's Pharmacy.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Couldn't FORGET Them.

Benham-Im afraid III forget to mai
your letters. -
Mrs. Benham--I don't believe you will
for I put them in the pocket where YOU
carry your cigar case.-Brooklyn Lie
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
A Bit of

lie tentatively. What would you
say. dear, if I should ask you to marry
me?
She U%houghtfully). What would
say?
He hopefully. Yes, dearest.
She. | would Say-l would SAY
lie eagerly Yes, dear. Go on. Go
on.
She. | wonld say that Charley Brown
had asked me three weeks ago and |
had accepted him.-Detroit Free Press.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1900-12-12
Failing Temperature.

.Terald--l see no use Of Mrs. Winters
being so cold to all of her friends Just
because she finally got married.
Harold guess that is because she IS
so wrapped up in that chilly husband OF
hers.