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Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

The attention of the district court was taken up this morning in the trial of the Territory vs Tomas Valencia, charged with grand larceny. The case was completed in short time. From the time of empaneling the jury un- til they returned into court with c verdict was just 40 minutes. Nsien- cis was charged with the theft of two burros from fellow countryman in this city. The jury found him guilty and he will be sentenced this evening. The jury that considered the case was composed of the following citizens: CL Maxwell, J R Hatley, Wm Good men, E P Ryder, John Ware, Harvey Robinson, John Critchley, H NJ Scran- ton, " A Harwood, A L Loftgren, Jas Walker, Lsfonso Peterson.
 The jury in the case of H c McAu- drews. charged with resisting an off, cer, agreed to disagree after being out over night and were discharged. They stood to i for ac9uittsl. The case was reset for trial on January 1th.
 The case Of the Territory vs Fran cisco Peralts. charged with aggravated assault and battery on . Mexican woman was called this afternoon and the following jnry accepted to try the case: E D Springer, John Kiefer. Wm Allison. W B Moore, John Critchley H NJ Scranton, Albert Des Sulles, Wm shillism, Harvey Robinson. G P Fry singer. Oscar Zaps, $ Jones. The jory brought in s verdict of guilty.
 Harry Allen, who was convicted be- fore the justice of the peace at St. David of petty larceny and sentenced to serve a term of six montAs and to pay 8 fine of s300, wac released oh 8 writ of habeas corpus on the ground that the justice mad exceeded his juris- diction n imposing both the fine and sentence.
 The case agsinst H Trappmsn, on appeal from the justice of the peace court for violation of the live stock license regulations, was heard before Q jury, MT. Trappman appearing as his own attorney. Tine jury returned . verdict of guilty.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
GuNsHoT IS FATAL
Rancher Dies From Effects of Gunshot
 Inflicted by Mendozs.

Word was received here yesterday that Riley Bennett, the foreman of the Bayless and Berkaiew ranch. situ- sted between Mammoth and Bedding ton, on the San Pedro, had died at 3 o'clork yesterday morning from the effects Of gnnshot wound inflicted hy Ramon Mendoza, jr. several days ago at the ranch, while Bennett and MendOzas father were engeged in a quarrel regarding money that is al legged to have been. owed to Bennett by the Mendozas
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Not Many Cattle
 to Be Imported

U. 5. Veterinary Frank Rigdon wa; in Bisbee this morning on his way to Naco where a number of horses are to be crossed from Mexico into the United States. He stated that because of the now rigid quarantine elong the line it is not likely that many cattle would be crossed from Sonora very soon. Under certain circumstances cattle from the quarantined district cen be crossed, but such cattle must be found tU be absolutely free from fever ticks and must be for shipment to slaugh- tering points for immediate killing Miner.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

Today was devoted by the district court in the trial of divorce cases from Douglas. there being four on the dock ct from that city.
 l. Dunsgsn was granted A decree from Dell N. Dunagsn on the ground of deseftion. The defendant failed to make answer and iudgmentin default was entered against her. The couple were formerly residents of Clifton
 Etts May Clouthier was granted a decree from Arthur R Clouthier. The couple were married in Tombstone m July 1907.
 Howard A. Andries was given de- cree of divorce from Carrie $. Andries-
 Lillian Ross vs Claude Ross was continued for further evidence.
 In the case of John Jobs, convicted of grand larceny and sentenced to serve a term of five years in the terri torial penitentiary a motion for a new trial was denied and notice given ot appeal to the supreme court.
 In the cases of Woolery, trustee of Chss. kreuder, against P B Warne. kros, involving $500 on an order for a county warrant (beiore bankruptcy proceedings were filed and another case sgsinst the Arizona Lodge No 1 K of P. involving 1925 lodge funds, were heard this afternoon. Attorneys Ben Goodrich and Lee Woolery ap. bearing for the trustee and Col. II | Pickett for the defendants. Both cases were warmly contested and finally decided in favor of the deien- dants in each case. In the first case a balance of Sl25 on the county war ran. not covered by the order, wa: awarded the trustee In the latter case the funds were held to be part o the exemption and not subject tC bankruptcy proceedings.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Arizona Students
 Are Suspended

Four of the students of the Phoenix High School are now doing pensnce for frolic in which they engaged a few days ago during schools hours .. Their efforts to turn the school into a vaudeville show by means of a highly decorated rooster resulted in the sus- pension of four of the boys. Three of them will be reinstated this week, and the fourth will be allowed to come back shortly after the first of the year.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
IN THE C0U TS
0oings In the Various Courts of ssa s Record of cochise County
Arizona
DISTRICT COURT.

The jury in the case of Jesus Con- rales, charged with the murder of John Rodmsp, were given the case about five o'clock Saturday afternoon, and after staying out until nesrly four o'clock Sunday afternoon, returned . verdict of not guilty. The jury st one time stood seven to five for sc- quittai, but the five were finally won over and the defendent ordered dis- charged.
 The first case called this morning was that of the Territory vs George Townsley. A motion was made by the defendant for continuance. ow. ing to the absence of material wit. ness who was out of the territory. The case was postponed until January Sth.
 The case o. II c McAndrews, chsrg. ed with resisting . public officer, wac next called, and the following jury was accepted to try the cssea- John Rock, T H Jones, Wm Roberts, c F Tanning. Oscar Zspff, Nj Walsh, E K Springer, Alfred Bonds. G P Frysincer and J D Jones.
 An order was made dismissing the case against c W Gsinor, as was also the case against L Benitez.
 A number of applicants for citizen ship were on hand today, it being the last day of grace, and among the num- Der who were made citizens were Frank H Mike, John Wilson, John Bertino, Joseph \ LeDisc, Alexander Kidd, James P Connolly, Frank w Armstrong and Mrs Matilda Cobbe.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Greene . Cananea a
 Wonderful Producer

After eight months of idleness, |, G Greene-Csnanea properties resumed operations early in July and since
 'ejuvenated shelter and plant
 e.c blo' in and started under .'r. -.icketts the company has pro duced a total of l5 0U0,000 pounds of copper, 355 900 ounces of silver and more than two thousand ounces oi gold. But one-half of the smelter capacity. or four furnaces, now in be- ing used.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

While former Prohibition Candidate Chain is engaged in his loyal task of cleaning out the White House cellar, it might be well for him to in spect the foundations and see if they are strong enough to bear the added strain that will come upon them after March 4th.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Freight Wreck on
 the 5. P. Road

4 wreck occurred near Benson this morning when freigh. train on the Southern Pacific WAS wrecked and run into ditch. The cause of the wreck was cue to s broken hlnge on A wheel, fortunately, however, the train was running slow and none Of the railroad crew were killed. Tn wreck caused delay Of five hours for the east bound passenger train, which was held at Tucson until the wreckage was cleared.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

That highwayman who held up a saloon and refused to take more than fifty dollars deserves a niche in the hall of fame lie set a precedent that defaulting bank cashiers could follow. to the great satis- faction of depositors.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Purchase Xmas
 Gifts at Home

A lively Christmas trade will be an encouragement to the merchants who are striving to bring tteir places of business up to the city standard. This is. accordingly, one way to en. courage development.
 It is . mutual advantage to pat. ronize home industry and home busi- ness houses. Remember this princi- pie when you are about to make your holiday purchases.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Sagacity of Dog
 Saves Building

The Walker building in Paradise owes the fact that it is not & smok- ing heap of ruins to the ssgacity of a dog which made its home on the premises. Fire had broken out in the building and the dog spread the alarm. The loss is estimated at $500 and total lose was prevented only by the prompt acton of persons living near
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Former Arizona
 Official Indicted

A Phoenix dispatch says:-
 Fen s. Hildreth was indicted today by the United States grand jury, for the embezzlement of $50 while serv- ing as receiver in the United States land office here. There are two counts to the indictments. He is not in custody, but was cited to appear tomorrow. This is the result of troubles in the cal land office of long duration.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

MT. Morse was probably selected as an example of the Millionaire in jail because he violated the rule which pro- hibits stealing from another thief, which is a serious thing in New Ycrk. Stealing from the common people: is. Of course another thing.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
The New York World has

The New York World has
 called upon Congress for full
 and impartial investigation of
 the Panama Cana. scandal.
 A New York dispatch says
 that the property which the president declares was pur- chased from the French gov- ernment for $4O,00O,OOO is al- legged to have been owned by an American syndicate and to have cost the members only The ,W 0 rid wauts to know who got the poodle.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

The Kaiser will continue to reign because he has agreed not to govern. His majesty IS lscredited with the philosophi- cal remark, that if you are go- ing to he an emperor you must dress the part but you must not play the part for all it's worth.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Shooting Afray
 At GIeeson

A shooting affray is reported from Gleeson yesterday. The participants were two Mexicans and the ecrap oc- cured at baile at the copper camp and presumably was due to an excess of meecal The wounded man is badly injured and his asssilant is un- der arrest.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Oil Excitement
 Attracts Prospectors

The oil craze near Guthrie, Graham county, Is increasing, and prospectors are coming into the field Quite 6 number have gone down from Moren- ci to locate claims, and MT Short, the first discoverer of the oil, thinks he has struck 1t rich.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

That Massachusetts man, the father of 50 children, who deserted his family upon the appearance of twins, must have been figuring up his Christmas liabilities.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

The Prescott city treasurer's report submitted to the last meeting of the city council showed cash balance of $3O,O45.58 in the city treasury. Fortunate Prescott.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20
Governor Kibbey
 Is Reappointed

A Washington dispatch says that the President has sent to the sensre the nomination of Joseph H. Kibbey as governnr for Arizsna-
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

The divinity that doth hedge king is having a few h o e S knocked into it in Germany. Good sign.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

The Southern Pacific paid its taxes to Yuma county the other day, the amount being &40,0O0.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

EIuc~re Noar Eowefs s.It.s tascsI,e caniv Caihartic. cure constipation ore ( No UC e fsii, srUsgists refc1o aic.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

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Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

An automobile party from Phoenix got stuck in the quick-and while cross- ing the river at Tempe Sunday night It took a 1team of strong horses to extricate them from their pred,cs- Rent.
Tombstone epitaph., 1908-12-20

~,uucare 1onr bowefs wf.h CAscarers.
 Candy Cstnartic. cure constipaaon forever - SS- cC v Is't aso- -efy1 -a-s-zc<
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES

There goes the captain OF the Dukes foreigners.
Marry, but he is doughty knight"
One by one the contesting armorers trophies
inspected by the Duke After fully an hours kiscus-
sion, the chamberlain at length announced, amid
breahless silence that his Grace divided in his
mind between the golden helmet of Master Anthony
Mas of Client, and the silver of Master Jehane
Duplessis.'
Alains cheek flushed with JOY. The silver helmet
his own beloved silver helmet!-was one of the two
from which the choice was be made. The tall cap
tain OF mercenaries gripped him tightly by the arm,
however that he his emotion and awaited
the final result
Once snore the Duke of Burgundy and his leges
examined the two helmets. An eager discussion
seemed divide them into two parties. At last, how
ever, the Duke seemed decided and whispered some
words in lis chanbcrlan's car Aain almost ceased to
breathe SO his excitement the long robed
functionary, with much dignity, stepped forward to
speak.
HIS Grace" said the chamberlain, has chosen in
favor OF the helmet which, while perhaps not costly
as its rival is, TO his mind, OF far more beautiful
fashion and design He awards the prize, together with
the honorable title of chief arrorer TO Master leblanc
Duplcssis.'
murnur of satisfaction spread through the great
hail. for the victory OF citizen of Brugcs popular
Old Jehane bowed low and was opening his mouth for
4 speech of thanks, when tall. red-faccd Englishman
pushing his way out OF the crowd dragging be-
hind him boy in the lca,crn jerln of an apprentice
Bending one knee before the Duke, the English knight
exclaimed
Your Grace, crave word on this matter of the
helmet"
Speak good captain" answered the Duke albeit
greatly astonshed the interruption; Eve have given
you the right TO audience all times since we fought
side by side at Monthery"' -l
Then up roseethe Sire Richard ard in good round
phrase denounced Master Jehane Duplesss as thief
and OF falsefood He recounted the entire
story of the helmet at the time leading forward
the shrinking Alain, at whom old Jehane darted
scowl OF wrath.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10

been written, by way of practice, the rhyme;
Sir Knghte, you oft schal linden me
A goode friende in adyersitie;
In bataille in chevachie,
See thou that l we'll chosen be-
These lines supposed to be the vizor's advice
its wearer and in the English of to-day
thing Of this sort;
A good friend in adversely;
In battle in foray free
See you that l well closed be-
"Yea by St Austin" said the Sire Richard those
are the lines. worthy clerk at home made them fo6
me-a Master Godfrey Chaucer. And you engraved
them the rim of the vizor?"
Eyes, messire. thought them suitable, when you
made their meaning plain"
The English knight changed the point OF his long
sword joyously upon the tiles
Then come instantly with me to the Town Hail."
he cried eagerly Lock the door, and make haste
shall be answerable to old .Jehane"
Alain hestated; but he knew the Engshman for
a good customer who had influence with his MASTER
in the end the door locked and The boy and his
guardian forth toward the markctplace of Brugcs
where the judging of helmets had already begun.
In the ancient hail. Charles the Bold late Count of
Charoais, and now, the Duke of Burgundy and Lord
Of Flanders, sat upon raised dais. surrounded by
his mobiles AT his feet lay FIVE and thirty helmets,
the work of as many cunning arffcers and. each by
his helmet, stood the armorers themselves They were
grave dignifed men, hailing from many cites-from
Bruges from Lille from Client and even from London
and Paris But none of them all looked more con-
sequentia than Master Jehane Duplessis as he bent
lis gaze bis splendid silver helmet, and now on
his lord the Duke.
notable gathering filed the hall. and well-niglr
impossible it seemed for any gain an entry who
not great lord, ecclcsiastic of hi2h rank
Thus il seemed surprising that Il simple English knight
like the Sire Richard should manage 70 thread his wav
with through the gttering press. Leading by
the hand the pale and trembling Aain Sire Richard
had only TO whisper his to the surrounding MGR
alarms, when a road was cleared for hin As t.cy
passed, Alain heard danes voice whisper:
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10
Cbe OH Fashioned "S"
Bp Grace frazer.

This book is very odd indeed" said Little Tom to
me;
think the man who wrote it must have lispcd
lot" said he.
Ut was leather-covered book of Seventeen
Naught-Three.)
Wherever he should put he puts an instead
Just listen to this nonsense; and the learned
Thomas read:
He fauntered off in qucft of fport' 1t S all like
that he said
The fquire and parton fat at cafe and feafted
undfmayed';
1 The fage, though ufually ftrcwd lack of fenfe
difplayed';
l. And caft and welt they failed to find the ftaeman
who had ftrayed'"
4 I took that leather-covered book of Seventeen
4 aught-Three
{ l said: "Thosc arc long SIS, not the IS they
to be-"
1--WE print books better nowadays" said Little
Tom said he.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10

that you, without the slightest assistance, made the
silver helmet?"
"Assuredly; other hand touched it." an
swered the false Jehane.
Then, pray thee, repeat aloud the motto device
which you engraved a certain portion of your
masterpiece"
A cold sweat broke forth Jehane's face The
motto? He had observed no motto.
Il forget it" he stammered
AT least, Master Jehane, you can tell US upon what
part OF the helmet is engraved asked the English
The Master Armorer, in speechless agony shook his
head
The Sire Richard turned to Duke Charles as it
likely, your Grace, he cried that man should for
get the legend engraved by him his trophy, or be
unable even to locate it?"
Then addressing Aain he babe him repeat the verse
and indicate its position on the helmet Without
moments hesitation the lad explained that the words
were on the vzor-rim and then repeated the rhyme
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10

to punish the dsgraccd ciIane and by way OF little
comedy he commanded the aged a-rEo-cr % serve IS
apprentice for three long ycars the lad whom he had
striven to cheat. But Alain proved kindly master,
and eventually took Master leblanc into partnership
To this day YOU may their joint workshop il ;hc
old town OF Bruges. The house be readily idcn;i
fed by the two carved devices over hsdoor without
doubt one Of these belonged to Master Jehauc-The
second represents silver helmet, and Upon scroll
beEeath the carving you may with care, dcciphcr the
following quaint legend:
Sir Knighte, you off sehal linden me
A goode friende in advcTsitie;
In bataiile in chevacllie,
See you that well cosen be.
Such the motto and such the trademark of
Master Aain OF Bruges the Drkc's Armorcr =
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10

But Jehane was not TO be robbed of his aures thus
easily With assumed he replied that the captain
Of mercenares had been taken in by this rascal boy,
who indeed imposed upon many. The story was I'M
true. He alone had fashioned the helmet Indeed,
how could it be thought that mere boy could produce
such work of art?
This course OF argument had powerful effect upon
the Duke and the Audience generally. Murmurs arose,
and all looked with doubt toward the Sire Richard.
But that staunch warrior smiled grimy, and stepping
forward as to look Master Jehane full in the face,
cried in resonant tones:
"Varet and cvildoer. do you mean to tell his Grace
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10
Disftt SpectacIes.

I've wondered why the spectaccs that help grandpa
to read
Should make things when put them on, look very
queer indeed.
Good reason why his s2ectaclcs for me will nc~er
dc.
For, don't you ny eyes ere brown while grand
paFas are blue
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1908-06-10

at is even so said the Duke gancing at the craven
legend on the silver.
Again the Englishman turned to Jehane Master
Artihcer" he said with SMILE since you placed those
rhymes there, at least you tell their meaning
in Flemish? 7"
etane saw that he trapped all round for ne knew
not one word of T. lish. After futile look about
him for some mco Of escape he fell upon his knees
before the Duke, essed everything, and prayed for
pardon
The close Of th= curious affair pleasant enough.
The Duke made ian his chief armorer, and, at
The national prohibitionist. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1907-1911, 1908-02-20
PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY CONVEN-
TIONS
Philadelphia County

The Prohibitonists of Philadelphia county
are hereby notified that county convention of
the Prohibition party will be held in Assembly
Hall Groom 1922, Odd Fellows Temple), Broad
and Arch streets, on Saturday evening, March 7,
at p m, for the transaction of such business as
may properly come before it.
Candidates for party officers, such as delegates
to state and national convention, Congressional
and legislative candidates, should be present and
present their petitions for signatures.
In all probability, this convention will decide
whether the Prohibition party will endorse the
nominees of other parties who openly declare
themselves for state and national Prohibition,
and will vote for local option at the next legis-
latve session, nominate party Prohibitonists
in every legislative district.
The Prohibition party in this city has made a
new record in the past year, and there is no
reason why the pace should be slackened. If you
interested in having the good work go on
until the politics of Philadelphia are no longer
under the dominating influence of the brewers,
and the saloon, with its kindred evils things
of the past it is hoped that you will manifest it
by your attendance at this convention
BURTON L. RocKWooD Chairman.
ALLAN c. MILLER, Secretary
The national prohibitionist. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1907-1911, 1908-02-20

and Mr. Jas H. Woertendyke of California have
their campaign in this state fully under way.
Work began at Grand Junction on February /.
That city greatly aroused and the largest
churches in the town we're filled to the limit.
Such impression made that it is COM
monty believed that Grand Junction will set itself
about the task of cleaning out the saloons in the
immediate future
After visiting several smaller towns, during
the week. the campaigners reached Pueblo for
Saturday and Sunday All necessary prepara-
tons had been made and the result was great
series of meetings. The news that has gone
throughout the state is resulting in over
whelming demand for the campaigners from all
quarters. National Issue Clubs are being formed
and the people getting to work.
One of the encouraging features of the
was the fact that, in response to appeals for
funds the people gave $70940 at these meetings.
The national prohibitionist. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1907-1911, 1908-02-20

not recolect killing his father HE IS STILL
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF HIS DE-
BAUCH
Just before he murdered his father, Beech
Hargis drew his pistol in the drugstore Of his
brother-in-law, Dr. Hogg, and jabbed it against
Harland Rice and frightened the customers out
OF the store. DR.. Hogg demonstrated with him
He put up his pistol and went Immediately to
his fathers store
When he entered his father was talking to
Squire Brown, one of the men who had run out
Of Dr. Hogg's store, and who relating the
incident to Judge Hargis, who remarked that his
boy had given him more trouble than everything
else combined.
He telling of his efforts to reform him
and this his last conversation, full of soci
tude for his son, who three minutes later slew
the father