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Arizona republican., 1902-02-12

medium and fine with valley at 36@4Oc and staple at 41650c.
 New York, Feb. 1l.-Wool firm; hides quiet.
Arizona republican., 1902-02-12
FOUGHT THE LAST BATTLE.

West Plains. Mo, Feb. 11.-GeneraI Egbert Brown, who was in command of the union troops at Brazos. Tex. in the last battle of the civil war, after
Arizona republican., 1902-02-12
STOCK MARKET
 WAS WATERING
Copper Was Firmer, hut Quiet in
 Beth NeH York and London.

New York, Feb. 11.-Today's stock market showed a further expansion in dealings and q great irregularity of the market continued.
 Atchison. 7Ss; preferred. 932s; C. ( C.. 46IH; C. & S., 169s: preferred, 66h :; second preferred. 32is; C., C., C. & St. L.. 103; Erie, 46ia; Great Northern, pre- fs-red, lSS1S; Manhattan, 137Ts; Metro rolitan, M; Missouri Pacific. 103is New Jersey Central, 19i; New York Central. 165: Pennsylvania, 151; St. l.. & s. r.. 62: preferred, S4; second pre- ferred. 73Si: St. Paul. 166's; Southern Pacific. e; Union Pacific, 10Sss; Anal gamated Copper. TIE; Anaconda, 33; Sugar. 1212.; United States Steel, 44l@ . preferred. 942s: Western Union, 9OTs; s. F. Copper. 3i4.
 BONDS.
 United States refunding 2s, regis tered and coupon. 1OS1I; S, registered and coupon, 1OSA new 4s. registered. 139.: coupon. 1S9h; old As, registered and coupon. 112; 5s, registered and cou- pon. 1O6.
Arizona republican., 1902-02-12
THE BLOOD WAS STIRRED
 IN PHILIPPINES DEBATE
A Clash Between> Senators ROar and
 PIatf Over Conduct of the War

The Oleomargarine Bill in the House-Opponents of the Bill Succeed in Engrafting Obnoxious Amendments On It In Committee of the Whole-A Senate Proposition to Change the Time of Presidential Inauguratons and the Date of Opening and Closing Congress-
Arizona republican., 1902-02-12

peace had been declared. died here today, aged S5 years.
Arizona republican., 1902-02-12
TOLSTOI DYING.

St. Petersburg. Feb. 1f.-Count Tol- stoi has suffered a relapse and is dying
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25

The amended tax bill was defeated in
the lower house Of the legislature this
morning by vote of 60 to 81. It de-
Veloped yesterday that the friends of the
Dill were not SO numerous as they were
pe1ore adjournment last Friday, so that
those who were in possession Of late
information yesterday afternoon will not
be surprised. Between those who oppose
any kind of tax legislation and those who
oppose the amended bill, because they
wanted the original, the bill has come to
grief. Having defeated the amended bill
1t remains to be seen what legislation it's
enemies will offer. 1t may yet be possible
to adopt limited amount of legislation
that Will be valuable. But if to-day's
defeat is final for all legislation it es-
peclally behooves the friends Of tax re-
form to see to it that constitutional
amendments are adopted for submission
tto the people that will give future legis-
latures free hand in adopting scientific
methods Of taxation. From a purely re-
publican party point of view, failure to
adopt any legislation at this session prom
1ses to have bad effect.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25
"Fie1ding In'' the Baby.

A lady who Is trying to raise baby who
has just arrived at the running and climbing
age, and to train him up in the way he should
go in a third-story 1at writes a story of
hair-breadth scapes and exciting adventures
by land and by air that would make any
mothers hair turn pale with fright. A baby
is a dangerous proposition even on the ground
floor, but three flights up with a balcony and
becomes a gnawing worm in the conscious
ness.
The other morning the mothers attention
was called by a frantic cry from the child.
She leaped to the balcony just in time to
see him go over the edge. Luckily the peo-
pie in the fiat below saw him also and had
time to get under him, take him on the fly
and field him back to the excited mother on
the grandstand by way Of the stairs. He was
not hurt in the least but somewhat frightened
and subdued.
Two days later someone left the door open
and he fell down the stairs by leaps and
bounds Here he was gathered in like swift
grounder by his excited father, who hap
pened to be returning, and who tielded him
home and prevented his mother from scoring.
The father now has a man stationed in the
court under the balcony so as to take the
child on the first bounce if he eludes the
family and drops over. A policeman has also
been stationed in the railroad yards to pre-
vent the baby from jumping on and off freight
trains The baby's only hope now seems to
be to fall out of the window and he has been
caught examining the fastenings. The win
dows have been nailed down. .
A, J. Russell.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25
The MERGER DECISION

The lay mind can CLEAN from the decision
of the supreme court not to accept juris-
diotion in the case brought by the state Of
Minnesota against the Northern Securi-
ties merger that ''going or coming" the
supreme court cannot deal originally with
the case on it's merits. AS a case in equity
1t connot consider it because not all the
interested parties are represented. On
the other hand if they had all been repre-
scented, if the case had been directed
against the Great Northern and Northern
Pacific rail Jay companies, as we'll as
against the Northern Securities company,
the supreme court would have no original
jurisdiction because the action would be
directed against corporations subject to
the jurisdiction of Minnesota.
The refusal of the supreme court to ac-
cept The case would have been a very
serious blow to the opposition to the
merger if President Roosevelt had not
opportunely Instructed the attorney gen.
eral to bring a suit under the Sherman
antitrust act
There can be no question of juris-
diction in this case. The federal courts
will have to pass on the merits of the
contention that the merger is violation:
of the Sherman antitrust law.
In the meantime the state has recourse
to it's own courts for determination Of it's
belief that the merger violates Its own
laws forbidding combinations and consoli-
dations. The merger is now in more
desperate straits than ever It is to be
attacked simultaneously by two different
judicial processes, defeat in either of
which will probably mean it's dissolution.
1t is possible, too, that the prospect Of
Indefinitely continued litigation may lead
to the abandonment of the merger he
fore the courts. il either process, have
given a final decision.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25
B.. TARIFF CONCESSIONS.

The senate disposed of the Philippines
tariff bill yesterday. showing less liber-
ality than was expected by many, as the
measure provides that articles imported
into the United States from the Philippines
shall pay a duty of IS per cent of the
rates fixed by the Dingley law, less the
export rate paid upon articles sent from
the Philippines as required by the Philip
pine commission. Governor Taft has
stated that a reduction Of so per cent of
the regular duties is desirable, but he
supplemented that tatement with the re-
mark that the principal reason for asking
a reduction was a sentimental one, viz,
the effect which liberal reduction would
have upon the Philippine people, VINO
would appreciate the recognition thus ac-
corded by congress and entertain increas-
ingly friendly feelings for the United
States. The export duties paid on ar
ticles sent from the Philippines are very
low, less than tine import duty (specffic)
of from 10 to 20 per cent reduced to an
ad valorem. Governor Taft's view is that
a reduction of so or IS per cent of duties
on Philippine products coming into the
United States would not have any great
effect from business standpoint for the
next few years, but for the sentimental
reasons stated it is desirable. The Phil
ippine people are not in as great need of
tariff concessions as the Cubans are, and,
If the recommendations of Governor Taft
as to the civil government of the archi-
pelago are carried out, and the country is
opened to industrial investment under,
proper restrictions of franchise, there will
be an end Of stagnation. The commits
sion, indeed, even now shows strong
growth of revenues.
The case of Cuba presses upon public
attention. Light IS beginning to dawn,
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25
CIVIC FEDERATION's POLICY

The arbitration committee of the Ma
tional Civic federation shows that it con-
templates business by the adoption of
very rational mode of procedure in the
work Of conciliation and arbitration The
high character of the individuals who
have entered into active support of the
federation's work, has brought to that
organization the support and influence Of
all who really favor the peaceful ADJUST
ment of labor capital differences Presi-
dent Strauss says that the arbitration
committee does not Imagine that it will
bring about the millennium, out they will
come pretty near averting labor troubles
in the future.
The plan adopted certainly is full of
promise. The committee has laid down
definitely method Of dealing practically
with every kind of dispute 1t presents a
way for adjusting differences without
physical collision or lockout. It has a.
permanent Cancellation committee and has
made provision for local committees
everywhere to handle disturbances in la
Dor circles within their jurisdiction, these
committees to report to the executive
committee their action to restore tar-
monious relations when strike or lock
out is Threatened. If the efforts of the
cancellation committee fail, and the par
ties to the dispute desire arbitration, the
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25

ties company, judicially determined in the
highest court should be welcomed by the
stockholders In the three railway corpora
tons as we'll as by the general public
Pl.tsburg DisDatch-The opinion of Attor-
ney General Knox rendered in response to an
inquiry from the president. that the railroad
merger in the northwest was in violation of
the Sherman antitrust law comes as sur
prise, followed as it is by Mr.. Knox's an
nouncement that in obedience to the presi-
dents instruction he will at cnce proceed to
bring suit to compel the dissolution of the
Northern Securities company and the restora-
ton of the stock of the Northern Pacific and
Great Northern roads to the original holders.
This opinion and decision bids OF be one OF
the most important acts Of the administra-
ton. The disposition of the suit to be entered
by the attorney general cannot we'll fail to
have a vital effect upon the bearing of the
Sherman law. and may possibly lead to a
solution of the trust problem upon judicial
lines. It is at least certain that the case will
decide the effectiveness of that statute and
II the Sherman law should prove less effect
i've than is thought, it may easily lead
to the enactment Of a measure which will. be
Of greater service.
incidentally the attitude of Mr. Knox upon
this question makes the recent attacks upon
him from certain quarters somewhat ridicu-
louS.
Chicago Post-The president knew that an
application against the merger was before
the supreme court, and that an early decision
en- the preliminary question of jurisdiction
was generally expected. He did not choose
to await that decision. Like Dewey. he d.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25

Nicholas Purdy but there had been wea-
ried feeling. Much to her surprise, she found
that she missed the man more than his at
tentions.
This was the day of sailing for the Mesa
ba. From some feeling-curiosty, of course
she knew the pier from which it started, the
car lines leading to it and the time it took
to get there. She certainly would not give
in to him, especially after the insoent tone
Of the letter. Yet it was from a fear that
she might so far forget herself as to go down
to the dock and lose her supremacy over
Nicholas forever, that had brought her here.
Her suit very opportunity needed alteration.
Miss Macy, the head filter, had hurried off
with it, promising to send something to throw
around her for the few minutes till it was
ready. -,
Then girl had appeared with gorgeous
pink opera cape. Such raiment was far be-
yond the slender means of the struggling
artist, but for once she forgot to revel in it's
richness. She was looking anXiously at her
watch. Three-quarters of an hour and then
the Mesaba would clear her docks.
, How fast the minutes flew by Half an
hour now! -r..-- @..
She pounded on the door. Miss Macy bus
tied in. I'm so sorry, Miss Fairweather.
I've been delayed with some customers You
shall have your dress shortly
"But must have it at once!''
''1mpossible!' And Miss Macy hustled off
Lillian was now frantic.
She caught the next girl that passed.
"Give me dress, any kind of a dress!"
A moment later she was tearing a price
mark Off sloppy dress of a dirty chocolate
color. She rushed into it quite unmindful of
the fact that it was two sizes too large, long
wasted and bullying at the hips Throwing
the opera cape around her. she stuck on her
blue hat and rushed madly from the store.
she nailed passing cab. Five dollars if
you get me to pier II before the Mesaba
sals!"
1t seemed an eternity until she was rush
Ing down the long wooden shed. Pushing
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25
PRESIDENT AND SCHLEY
New York Times.

u
This conspiracy against Schley has had
three leading objects: First-To prove that
Oh his way to Santiago and before the battle
Schley was guilty of reprehensible conduct
as. charged. This charge was met and de-
stroyed by the promotion Of schley The pres
ident gives no attention to it. Second-To
grove that Sampson was in command during
the battle of Santiago. The president, in
passing final judgment upon the matter, de-
cides that he was not in command and did
none of the acts of commander. Admiral
Dewey has declared that Schley was in s'ab-
solute command" Third-To prove that
Schley behaved like coward during the bat
tie. The court of inquiry and the president
agree In finding that, with the exception of
the loop his conduct during the fight was
beyond criticism. AS to the loop it was made
on Captain Cooks order: it did not cause the
Brooklyn to lose her position as the nearest
ship to the enemy, where she did and received
the most damage, and there are good reasons
for believing that it was a wise maneuver:
The president cherishes the hope that his
decision will end the controversy If a con-
troVersy can be ended by showing that it was
begun in falsehood and continued in calum-
ny, the president has indeed brought this one
to its conclusion.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25

discovered secret which sets at naught the
law of gravitation. Judging from it's name,
the team Is French. Certainly the dog is a
foreigner, for he speaks not one word of
English, even when taking the STAGE" like
any veteran performer, to acknowledge the
applause of the house.
One of the best acts on the program is
contributed by Joe WEIGH, Hebrew imper-
senator. WEIGH has dialect that would
pass for the real thing in the Ghetto ITSELF
and he tells his hard luck story in a fash
ion that proves vastly diverting to the au-
dlence. He is a master of makeup and his
uncouth appearance adds much TO the effect
of his work.
w. G. Fields does tramp Juggling act
winch Is not new, but which Is done so adj
mlraDly that its antiquity can readily be for
given. lie juggles his hat, cigar and other
artlcles with 1n1mitable ease, and his comedy
work, the weak point of most performers in
MS line Is genuinely funny
Inc Serenaders, a quartet of young women
VINO appear IN costume, sing well, but are
apparently exploiting the musical wares of
some one publisher. Their selections are
oadiy chosen, and give rise to the SUSPICION
tEat they are on the pay roll Of some music
mouse. This sort Of commercalism is fast
becoming nuisance and should be rebuked
however, the act is a pretty one, despite the
handicap of the music
sketch
entitled The Man from Montana" The skit
is funny and the performers are .'head
liners. The action hinges about the visit
TO New York of a Montana sport" The
westerner is betting man, who is at first
taken in, but who ultimately turns the tables
upon the New Workers in most amusing fash
lou. me act could be cut several minutes
without 1mpairing its value.
George Macomber and Nan Engleton pre-
sent burlesque scene from ''Virginius'' that
takes well with the audience. The bit is
wen staged and proves a most enjoyable tray
esty. Elizabeth Murray sings a number of
coon songs, and the performance sconc],1dns
Win an artillery drill by the Union Calling
Huards. This drill is "a novelty and is ex-
celienty done. Moreover, the battle scene
Wnlch follows is realistic in the extreme A
lev lev yours yea ago 1t would have been impossible
out tne invention of smokeless powder. has
made 1t not only possible but attractive.
j: S. Lawrence
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25
A JUST DECISION

Judge Arthur H. Noyes, district judge
OF the territory OF Alaska, has met with
, a fate that should be warning to all
federal Apprentices in distant regions. The
attorney general of the United States has
recommended to the president that Noyes
be dismissed from office
After study of the proceedings Of the
United States circuit court at San Fran
cisco which adjudged Judge Noyes guilty
of contempt, we are constrained to say
that the attorney general has taken the
only course that was open to him.
Any person who is Interested in getting
at the facts should consult the Congress
sional Record Of Feb. 5, and there read
the findings of the Judges at San Fran
cisco. 7 n Journal publishes a
summary that presents the essential facts
and enables the public to get a compre-
hensive and compact review of the case.
The facts are against Judge Noyes from
first to last. To say the very least, they
show that he is Incompetent to be judge
at Nome or anywhere else. A judge who
appoints receivers in plain violation of
the law which created his Office and abb
solutely refuses to obey or cause to be
obeyed the writ Of a superior court, and
contends in defense that he did not I'M
derstand the writ to mean what it says
rs plainly as it is possible to say any
thing in the English language, is obvious
ly incompetent. The plea of incompetency
Is the most favorable one that can be
Ind T.. -
incompetent as to be unfamiliar with the
law under which he acted and to defy
the writs of a superior court he was some
thing worse. It is in Judge Noyes' in
terest, after admitting that he was incom-
petent, not to press for an explanation Of
such prima facie incompetence on the
part Of a man presumed to have at least
ordinary intelligence.
. Having said this much fairness de-
mands that we should add that our opin-
ion holds with that Of Attorney General
Knox that Judge Noyes was weak rather
than Intentionally bad For the sake of
getting an office he permitted himself to
be committed to the interests of Alex Nc
kenzie and to be made the latter's tool
In the Napoleonic raid Mckenzie was
planning to make and did make, with the
help of the judge, on certain mining prop
critics at Nome.
Judge Noyes' sad fate shows how bar
rem Of honor and how destructive to repu-
tation and happiness office is when OBJ
tanned at such a price as the judge paid
If Mckenzie had not been chiefly respon-
sible for Judge Noyes' appointment we
believe that the latter's career in Alaska
would have been far different one from
that which had been recorded to the dis
grace of the American bench. ''
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25

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The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25

The army board recently turned down the
twin city congressman who were trying to
have Fort Smelling made as big an army
post as there is, and Unexpectedly & recon-
mended that one battalion of troops be sta
toned at or near Crookston, because from
that point the Indian reservations are easy
of access. OF course the twin city states
men set up howl, for is it not a sacred
law that Minneapolis and st. Paul should
get all the good things going ?-Owatonna
Chronicle.
The Chronicle ought to be fair. Both
Messrs. Stevens, and Fletcher are on rec
ord as being favorable to the proposed
post. 1t would be a short sighted policy,
bound to react for the congressman, or the
cities they represent to oppose a post for
Crookstorl. - \
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-02-25

Copyright, 1902, by S. S. Mcclure Company
Miss Lillian Farweathers state of mind
was far from pleasant as she sat in one of
Schenck G Schenck's stuffy little fitting
rooms. Nicholas the Meek, Nicholas the
Downtrodden, had turned The words of his
letter stood out wildly before her eyes:
Jacob served seven years for Rachel and
then got her sister. I have served five years,
see no hope of getting you in seven, and you
have no sister. Unless you say yes In a week
to the question I have asked you so often, I
sail on the Mesaba for Europe. Remember,
at signal from you shall turn back at the
last moment, but my terms are unconditional
surrender
Nicholas had been the subject of gibes,
both to his face and behind his back. One
that she had coined she gave current issue
among her friends because she fancied it was
clever:
Church on Sunday, theater Monday, flow
Thursday, dinner Friday, dead sick on Satur-
Thursday, dinner Frray, dead sick on Satur-
day Of Nicholas Purdy. "
. 1t did not seem clever to her now, after
week during which there had been no one
to carry her prayer book to church, no one
to take her to first-night performances no
flowers, no candy, no books, no dinners, no