Arizona republican., 1900-12-20
The southe5s~faclhc railroad is al

PRISING. sources along it's lines.
 It is a business propo- sition with this road. of course. The more developing resources the more business, and the mora business the more profit. This is right and proper. Although the road is selfish in its eff forts, 1t is a good thing for the states and territories through which the road passes and we ought to acknowledge gratitude for zeal and energy that will result in mutual benefit.
 For some mop,hs past the road has published and sent broadcast, a neat little magazine called Abroad" a jour- nal containing vkeful information for tourists and intending settlers. It has the following true and interesting ae- account of Phoenix:
 Though Phoenix claims no mor@ than 15,OOO population, she has been called the Chicago of the Southwest The sponsor was Phil Armour, the millionaire packer, and he backed his judgment by heavy Arizona invest ments. There IS no doubt of the com manding position of the city. From her gates now goes a large part of the food supply of the southwest, and all the southwestern interests and indus tries center within her. Primarily on a foundation of successful agriculture, grazing and mining contribute as we'll Ito the success of commerce, while she is already widely known as a health resort The city hasn't single boom feature. It has grown only as popu- lation and business expansion com pelled. Her prosperity is firmly seat ed, and may not be easily disturbed.
 Nearly all the appointments of a modern city of the first-class are to be found in this Arizona metropolis. There are complete water works. draw ing their supply from huge weEs, that evidently have direct connection with the underground flow of the river. Pressure is secured by a 100-foot stand pipe. The water is pure and sweet, and any strangens ss on the palate soon disappears. Sewerage is installed in the business part of the city, and Will soon become general. Free postal de- Livery is a matter of course. There are two lines of trolley cars, one traV- ersing the city, on the main business street, from east to west, the other penetrating the residence additions to the northeast. Light is furnished either by gas or electricity, and the streets are well illuminated hy night. By telephone the resident may now not only cover the city, but may reach any part of the valley. Work is in progress on the extension of the tel ephone system to Tucson, Florence, Prescott and indeed to all the principal towns of the territory. Photographic service may be by either the Western Union or Postal companies. The po- lice service consists of two day and two night policemen, who maintain perfect order. The city has little crime. A we'll organized fire depart ment, equipped with engine, ladder and chemical trucks, and hose wagons. Is kept ready for instant service. Manufacturing industry is exerted in many lines, the list including two iron foundres, two blaming mills, two large flourlng mills, two ice factories and several cold storage plants, electric light works Gin addition to the works of the trolley system), gas works, two creamerics and cheese factories, onyx polishing works stone cutting works, several brlck yards, soap factory, etc. In a mercantile way the city has rep resentatives of almost every branch of business, including three strong banks. The building trades arc always active. At times, as mary as 100 dwellings are simultaneously under construction, be- side a half dozen business blocks. Building costs little more here than in the east. While interior fittings will be found higher in price, brick is very cheap. Mechanics are rarely idle. car penters receiving three dollars a day and masons four.
 "The school system in Arizona is an admirable one best developed in Phoenix. A handsome high school building accommodates the advanced students. The common school pupils are taught in a large central school building and in primary schools To- cated In the eastern and western ends of the city. Thirty-two teachers are employed. and the highest standard of qualifications is demanded of each. The Catholic and Adventist denmmina- tions maintain schools, anu there is business college and several private schools.
 Church edifces are owned and ser