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The Cordova daily times., 1917-07-16
BANKRUPT POLITICIANS

The little old town York is astr the fact that :a- bankruptcy, still continues to wage active campaign the office of city comptroller His are seeking to make political capital out of his financial failure course while his friends insist that these personal should not initiate against his availability for office The ethics of his candidacy have entered into the controversy and there a considerable difference of opinion
 All of which reminds that of greatest Americans financial failures in private e Grant in miserable circumstances at the outbreak of the Civil had grown Respondent his Mckinley bankrupt Webster and Clay in constant state of financial embar rassment The story told that day Webster into
 certain bank at the National Capital where he in the ha bit of getting temporary accommodations his sigma ture and asked for 250 oan The president of the bank who personal friend of the senator refused the favor the banker obliged to explain that rule had been Webster had shown his indignation uncertain fashion the banker obliged oeXpain that rule had been adopted by the institution requiring the endorsement of all personal paper before it could be accepted
 The story goes that Webster hurredly leaving the bank search of endorser he Clay and told him his troubles It appears that the eminent Kentuckian
 similar mission himself and after due consideration of and to meet the mergency the two resourceu states finanay walked into the bank signed joint note for $500 and then split the For framed and hung the wall of the bankers private ofice where it carefully for years after the death of both of its famous signers
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
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AUSTIN, Tex, Sept 1S.-The cru cial moment in the cross examination of Governor James E. Ferguson, under indictment before the senate high court of impeachment, is expected to come tomorrow when counsel for the proponents asks the governor from whom he obtained the $156,500 in cur rency early this year to settle a large part of his indebtedness.
 The eleventh article of the bill of impeachment, alleging that failure to divulge this information constituted official misconduct, was passed over without mention on the direct exam inatiOn today.
 William R. Harris of counsel for the house board of managers, said the governor would be questioned regard ing the matter tomorrow
 Before the house the chief executive declared he would rather lose his office and go into bankruptcy than make public the names of the friends who loaned him the $l56,50O Discussion throughout the capitol tonight hinged on what would happen if the governor refused to answer the proponents questions. Legislative leaders said
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
AMERICAN ROADS
 BEING RETURNED
 ID THEIR OWNERS
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CHIHUAHUA CITY. Mexico. Sept. 18.-American owned railroads in Mex leo are being returned to their owners by the Mexican government as a part of the reconstruction work of the gov ernment. The Chihuahua division of the Mexico Northwestern railroad was delivered to the officials of this rail- road company here yesterday and train service has been resumed as far as Minaca the bridges burned by rebel bands preventing onerations further.
 General Francisco Murguia assured the company officials that the western part of the state was now clear of ban lifts and that passenger and freight traffic could be resumed for the first time since the Villa revolution started. The general gave the company guaran- tees ard promised protection for all trains. The company, which is owned by Canadian and American capitalists, retained control of the Juarez division throughout the revolution
 Mexican officials of the Mexican Central railroad have also been noti- fled by the government to arrange their accounts and records preparatory to turning over the railroad to the com pany. No date has yet been set for the transfer.
 The Mexican Central ao American owned company. is a subsidiary of the National railroads of Mexico, a major ity of the stock in the latter company haine held bv the Mexican government The bonds of both companies are large ly held in the United States. No dates has yet been set for the transfer.
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
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NEW YORK, Sept 1S-Germany has forfeited her right to possession of northern New Guinea, which will re- main part of the British empire at the close of the war, declared w. A. Hol- man, premier of New South Wales. in an address at luncheon given in his honor here today by Lord Northcliffe, head of the British missions in this country.
 Australia did not enter this war be- cause of military ardor or in a spirit of jingoism. the premier said. but because England's cause was the cause If right. We were under no obligation and we had nSinterest to serve It is a fact that as a result of the war the territory of northern New Guinea has fallen into our hands and we intend to keep it. But we did not enter the war for that purpose.
 Peace at this time would be merely a respite in which the enemies of de-
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
BRITAIN TO RETAIN NORTHERNNEW GUINEA

mocracy would prepare for more viz orous onslaught upon the liberty lov- ing peoples of the world, continued Premier Holman. The war must be fought to 9 finish, he xcded, in order that democracy shall be free to take up it's gigantic task with free hand and undismayed by the frightful spec tre of Prussian militarism.'
 We of Australia are pleased that the mighty power of the United States has been thrown on the side of the gallant armies already in the field under the standard of democracy" Premier Holman said.
 Lord Northcliffe referred to Pre- mier Holman as "one of the most remarkable young men in the British empire and recalled that he had risen from the ranks of labor.
 Mayor John Purroy Mitchell respOn- ded to Premier Holman, assuring him that the young men of the United states would do their full share in making the world safe for democracy
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
THESE ARE CALLED ID VAR TODAY

All but AT of the second contingent of 239 drafted men appeared at the court house yesterday in response to orders. A portion appeared at roll call at ] o'clock. and the remainder at 80. Of the fifty alternates ordered to report, thirty-three were there.
 R. L. Lutgerding was selected as temporary captain to have charge of the squad during the trip to Camp Funston D. A. Windes was chosen first assistant, and Neri Osborn, Jr., M Butler, E. L. Southerland, ]. Bord- well and F. L. Lawrence were named to have charge of one car each. There will be five coaches. Four will be occupied by AS men each, and one by 47.
 Owing to some error in notifying the men, it is possible that some who failed to report yesterday may be on hand at l o'clock today when another roll call will be held. R. L. Lutgerd- ing, captain, addressed the men, re- minding them that they were under military orders now and that failure to report would be a serious matter
 Following are the names of the original second contingent who ap- f,r ,1i
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
Expert Crucial M0vemeut im
 ImbeQchment TWal Today
the following might result:

the following might result:
 The high court could take a recass unfll the governor should answer. d,,r- ing which time he would be out of
 contempt proceedings might be un- dertaken. N'
 The matter could be passed over as was done in the house and the taking of evidence continued
 Cross- examination of the resnon6- ent began this afternoon. The gov, ernor's testimony related entirely to financial affairs. He admitted thai the $5,600 charged to his official ac- count in the Temple bank August 23. 1917, was applied to the payment of ms personal note but said this was an error and he knew nothing of the mat ter at the time.
 The governor declared that in ex- tending his line of credit in the Temple state bank to an amount in excess of its entire capital and surplus he had done no wrong.
 That is done constantly" he ex- plained, when the security is good any bank makes loans not counten- anced by the law. They'd lose out if they didn't"
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
WILSON URGES SCHOOL CHILDREN TO ASSIST IN WORK IF RED CROSS
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 WASHINGTON, Sept 1S-President Wilson issued a proclamation tonight calling upon the school children of the nation to do their part in the war by joining the Junior Red Cross to assist in the mercy work of the senior or ganization. The proclamation follows: ITO the school children of the United
 States:
 "A proclamation:
 "The president of the United States is also president of the American Red Cross. It is from these offices joined in one that 1 write you a word of greeting at this time when so many of you are beginning the school year.
 The American Red Cross has just prepared a junior membership with school activities in which every pupil in the United States can find a chance to serve our country. The school is the natural center of your life. Through it you can best work in the great cause of freedom to which we have all pledged ourselves.
 Our Junior Red Gross Will bring to you opportunities of service to your community and to other communities all over the world and guide your ser vice with high and religious ideals. It will teach you how to save in order that suffering children elsewhere may have the chance to live. It will teach you how to prepare some of the sup plies which wounded soldiers and homeless families lack. It will send to you through the Red Cross bulletins the thrilling stories of relief and rescue And best of all more perfectly than through any of your other school les sons, you will learn by doing those kind things under your teachers direc- tion to be the future good citizens of this great country which we all love And I commend to all school teach CTS in the country sne simple plan which the American Red Cross has worked out to provide for your CO.,
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
OF
 ALSACE LORRAINE
 MUST BE ASSURED
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PARIS, Sept 1S.-The French minis terial declaration was read by Prof. Paul Painlove, the new premier in the chamber of deputies this afternoon. It reaffirms the determination of France to continue the war until the disanneX- ation of Alsace- Lorraine from Ger many is assured, along with reparation for the damages caused by the Ger mans.
 The declaration of the new ministry as read by Premier Painleve begins:
 The war in proportion as it is pro- longed, requires more complete ab- negation and a greater spirit of sacri- flee Nearer as we approach the end the moral resistance of the nation more and more becomes an essential element of victory. It is against that moral re- sistance that our enemies, having been unable to vanquish us on the battle field, announce they will redouble their efforts.
 Tt is for the government to redouble Its vigilance against these inisdious en- terprises and to redouble its energy against those that lend themselves to them. In inquiries under way. as well as in any others that may be ncces- sarv. justice will follow it's course without hesitation, without weakness, taki~- no account of the persons in VOlved
 Whoever makes himself an accom- plce of the enemy must suffer the rig ors of the law. The government counts upon the patriotism of every one and upon the discipline of opinion that is necessary, that justice may accomplish its work in calm dignity and that it may be freed from impudent general- zations and the mendacious rumors of violent political polemicS Whatever may be the issue of these regrettable affairs. they cannot affect any party"
 Regarding the war aims of France. the premier said:
 If France pursues this war. it is neither for conquest nor out of ven- (COntinued on Page Two)
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
NEARLY HALF OF
 NEW NATIONAL ARMY GOES FORWARD TODAY
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WASHINGTON, Sept 1S.-Marsh- alled for the last time as civilians and under civilian authority, more than 300, 900 men of the national army will go forward tomorrow to the sixteen cantonments to be trained for the bat tie against German autocracy. Their next move will be as fighting men to- ward the battlefields of France.
 The whole nation. will be astir with the movement of the selective forces. The men represent approximately 45 per cent of the total quota under the first call from each of nearly 5000 local boards. Already at the camps is the advance guard of five per cent of the total. composed of experienced men. in cluding. cooks Out of this has been created a skeleton organization into which the second increment will begin to he absorbed tomorrow with little confusion. When the last men of this increment arrive, the camps will house 19it of the first call forces or 943.500 men, and the other half will follow as rapidly as quarters and equipment are made available.
 In statement tonight the war de- partment says the enormous task of obtaining equipment and supplies for the army is moving satisfactorily. Some of the men of the national army may ne only partially equipped for some time after they are moblized and no attempt will be made to furnish them with full war equipment until the eve of their departure for Europe Some civilian clothing, such as overcoats, will have to be used for time, as the clothing industry has not as yet caught up with it's work
 With the mobilization of one-half of the 6S7.000 men of the first call under the selective service law in progress the question arises as to whether that number of men will be sufficient to fill all units of the national guard and na- tional army. There are indications that a deficiency in men will be disclosed (Continued on Page Two)
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
PUBLIC HEARINGS ON INSURANCE BILL
 ARE CONCLU UDED
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 1S.-Public hearings on the soldiers and sailors insurance bill were concluded today before the senate finance sub-commit- tee with insurance men and others suggesting various changes. The house committee hopes to reach the measure this week.
 J. N. Harper of New York urged the committee to amend the bill so that its administration would be placed un- der the pension office, which he pro- posed to transfer to the treasury de- partment to effect a large saving in carrying the measure into effect.
 An amendment permitting disabled soldiers to remain under the care of the surgeon general of the United States during rehabilitation was urged by Dr. Charles ". Richardson of Washington.
 The section which makes option the taking of insurance by enlisted men was assailed vigorously by George E. lde, president of the Home Life h. sIrance company of New York who asserted that it opened the door for future pension legislation, was toe vague, utterly unsound in principle and was class legislation
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
]abam Does Not Emtey Mt0
 Treaties To Teay Theu Ub

today, at the banquet and at the con vention to revise the state constitution, he dwelt upon the ties that bind America, and particularly New Eng land, to Japan. He referred to the friendships formed by the Japanese youths who have been educated in such great numbers in New England colleges and to the American men and women who have carried their ideals to the island kingdom.
 "At the banquet, Viscount Ishii said:
 ''I feel, now that I have travelled from your western to your eastern shores that after all there are no points of difference between us which cannot be settled as time goes by and gives opportunity for discussion be- tween the statesmen of your country and my own.'
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
|S
 T() MAKE NEWSSTAND
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Russia, having recovered in a great measure from the effects of recent in ternal difficulties, is preparing to make a firmer stand against the common en- emy It is announced that the leader ship of the Russian armies has been re- organized and that the fruition of re- formative plans in the armies them- selves is expected shortly.
 Premier Kerensky and the war and marine ministers in his cabinet have gone to Mohilev, Russian great head quarters, to confer with the military leaders. They will also see General Korniloff and his leading aids in the recent revolt Whether Korniloff is to suffer the supreme penalty for his acr probably will depend upon the result of the conferences at MohileV.
 The Russian northern army, which has made some progress toward driv- ing the Germans back to the Dvina line in the Riga region, on Sunday occupied several German positions between Pskoff and Riga. On Monday they cap tured Teuton defenses northeast of Friedrichstadt south of Riga. In its of ficial report Berlin makes no mention of activity in this region.
 General Stecherbatcheff. commander on the Rumanian front. has carried out successfully an offensive movement in the SucnltZa valley northwest or Fokshani 4 section of the fortified Austro- German defenses near Narnitza were occupied by the Rumanians Ger man attacks in the PantZiu region to tho southeastward were repulsed.
 Raids continue on the northern end of the western front. with both the British and the Germans as the aggres- sors. Berlin. however, mentions no in- fantry activity on the front of Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria.
 The artillery and aerial activity on the western front remains intense. From Newport to near Arras and es pecially in the Ypres sector, the oppos- ing guns are showing increased ic tivity.
 In two efforts against French posi- tions on the Aisne front. the German crown prince again has met with fafl- ure. Near the Miette river on the Neufchatel road the Germans reached the French advance lines only to be thrown out again
 The Italians are still withstanding successfully Austro- Hungarian efforts on the southeastern edge of the Bain siZZa plateau while the big guns are hurling their monster shells over the battle torn area of the Carso plateau. France. according to her new prem fer. Professor Painleve. will continue the war until Alsace-Lorraine is re- stored and the Germans have made pay ment for the damages caused by their ruthlessness in the occupied areas of the republic. Franco hy tro end of 1"1 will have expended 03,O00,00 900 francs since the beginning of the war.
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19

operation, knowing as I do that school children will give their best service under the direct guidance and instruc- tion of their teachers. Is not this per- haps the chance for which you have been looking to give your time and efforts in some measure to meet our national needs?
 (Signed) WOODROW WILSON.
 President
 Plans are under way in cooperation with the boards of eCrcation of various states for launching membership cam paigns. Schools are to be recruited as units with membership rec sof 25 cents for each pupil. The suniors will aid in the making of the simpler articles and supplies needed in the hospitals abroad.
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
Creatino Stroncer Army

PETROGRAD. Sept 1S.-It was an nounced from an authoritative source that reorganization of the headquarters staff has been completed and that the new high commands will enter upon their functions forthwith. The war minister, General Verkhovsky, has in- fol med the newspapers representatives that the government is about to realize q series of important reforms with the object of creating a strong revolution ary army.
 It is stated authoritatively that the government considers the proclamation of a republic as merely declaratory act and does not propose to form re publican administl ation before the con stituent assembly is convened.
 The commission of inquiry sitting at Pskoff has ascertained that General Klembovsky did not participate active ly in the Korniloff revolt. and therefore declares he is not liable to arrest. The evidence in the case has been for warded to Premier Kerensky. (Continued on Page Two)
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
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BOSTON, Sept 1S.-Japan is in this war on the side of America and the allies ito win with you, to CO., operate, to co ordinate and to contribute" Wis count Ishii declared tonight at a ban quet given at the Copley plaza in honor of the Japanese mission, of which he is the leader
 We do not enter into treaties to tear them up,' he continued earnestly. "Our treaties are not scraps of paper. We have tried to carry our share of the burden. We have helped free the Pacific from the ships and influence of the nation which has thrown off it's thin covering of decency and now stands revealed in all the horrid nakedness of the savage"
 In both addresses the viScount gave
Arizona republican., 1917-09-19
RECOGNIZES
 REPUBLIC OF RUSSIA

BUENOS AIRES, Sept. 1S.-Ar- gentina has recognized the new re- "Ihlic of Russia. President lri- goyen today signed a decree to ...,tt effect.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1917-10-13
Auctions
Auction Sale
thursday Oct. Is

Three miles south of Phoenix, Ari-
IONA, on Center street, on the John IT.
vim ranch. Sale commencing at 1890
sharp. Having sold my ranch, will sell
at public auction on the above date,
without reserve or limit, the best dairy
herd in the southwest.
100 HEAD OF CATTLE - 100
80 AL dairy cows, all Holsteins, big
young cows and heavy mixers, giving
from 6 to gallons per day each: So
now giving milk. q coming fresh soon.
2S Holstein Heifers from one to twelve
months old SO steers and bulls. short
yearlings. registered Holstein bulls,
one three years old and one long year.
ling. Parties in the market for first
class dairy stock should not fail to in
vesugate this herd, for it is second to
none in the Salt River valley. Two 3
year old colts, l yearling colt, five
year-old driving horse, standard bred
driving mare.
Remember the date and place. Free
lunch for everybody at noon. Terms
given.
IGNAC WOITANIS, better known as
E. W. WHITE, Owner.
l.. G. GALLAND, Clerk.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1917-10-13
Auctions
PUBLIC SALE
BIG LAND AND LIVE STOCK AUG

PUBLIC SALE
BIG LAND AND LIVE STOCK AUG
TON
We, the undersigned owners. will sell
at Public Auction on Wednesday, Octo-
Der II, 1917. our fine and well improved
ranch located three (3) miles north
west of Glendale, on lateral 10, known
as the Hornback Place.
We will positively sell this fine
eighty (SO acre ranch to the highest
bidder and also at the same time and
place we will offer and sell at public
auction,
$50 head of high grade Holstein dairy
cattle, 250, consisting of
~ Is high grade we'll marked Holstein
milk cows;
rs highe grade well marked Holstein
hcifers. heavy springers;
high grade Holstein bulls;
100 head steers and heifers ranging
in age from one % to twelve t12)
months old. all high grade Holstein.
4 head of horses as follows:
l work horse
l pair of brood mares;
1 draft bred horse colt
300 brown Leghorn chickens
25 turkeys.
Feed:
so tons alfalfa hay.
Is tons cane hay.
acres milo maize.
/ lot farm machinery consisting Of
farm wagon. spring wagon, new Deer
ing mower, new Deering hay rake, l lot
harness, l nearly new cream separator
lot milk cans, and many other articles
too numerous to mention.
Terms on land $4,000 cash. Balance
on terms to suit purchaser. Terms on
all personal property, all sums of 500
and under, cash in hand. on amounts
over 500 a credit of six 60 months
will be given purchaser to give ap-
proved note bearing interest from date
at the rate of 10 per cent per annum.
AS this is large sale we will start
selling promptly at 1873 a. m. sharp.
Big free lunch will be served at noon.
If you are in the market for high class
| dairy stock, or a fine improved ranch,
you will do well to attend this sale.
POWELL & DALTON, Owners
D. D. DEEM. Auctioneer
LAFE MEYERS, Clerk. bD