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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
BRIGGS GETS OFFS LIGHT.
Pleads Guilty to NIanslaughter and Gets
Six Years.

u
Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter and Gets
Six Years
DIES MONIES, October John
Briggs, who killed Michael Holleran
on Fourth street about six weeks ago
by striking MIN over the head with a
board in which a screw had been
driven, and who was indicted by the
grand jury on a charge of murder in
the first degree. came into court and
pleaded guilty to ma nslaughter. His
attorneys said he was ready to waive
notice of time for the passing of
sentence and desired to know at once
what his punishment would be. The
court accordingly sentenced him to
six years in the penitcntiary at hard
labor, the term being two years less
than the full penalty for manslaughter.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Considerable interest is being aroused
la England by a suggestion to adopt
The metric system Of weights and meas
alres instead Of the intricate methods
slow in use. The same applies with
1anaI force to the United States. We
rave aiken one step in advance of Eng
land in having put our money on the
aecimal system, and We should follow
1t up hg adopting the metric system
ssroughcs,t. Congress has already put
It's official seal on the metric system.
which is more than can be said of the
old systems. People, however, still
cling to the old methods, because they
can not be dispensed with except by a
concerted movement. The people are
An favor OF the change, on account of
the Increased simplicity of all meas
ares Of quantity under the metric sys-
tari. Nest Of the European countries
have adopted the decimal system.
when the change was made it was by
the government setting q day when the
old measures and weights were to
cease and the new ones were to come
into vogue. After a period of grace.
those found using the old systems were
fined Thus the old order passed, and
the rev came into use. Americans
want the metric decimal system.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

A paper devoted to the oil and paint
trade says: aThe fax crop of 1894 is
now found to have amounted to only u
100000 bushels, which is but little more
than one-haif of the average crops OF
the four years preceding, and falls S.
900, GOO bushels below the crop OF 1899.
The largest crop was that of 1891, which
amounted to 100000 bushels. The
small crop Of the past year would have
caused a scarcity but for the large i'm
nDrtations of Calcutta seed, and this
has also prevented an increase in prices
which the smaller supply of domestic
seed otherwise warranted At the close
uf the crop year the price for cash seed
mt Chicago, while lower than a year
Ego, was higher than at the close Of
either of the three preceding years,
but at the close of the crop year of 1889
30. and On the eve of a then almost I'M
precedentedIy large crop, the price was
nearly Il per cent higher. This may
BE taken as indicating the influence of
free imports OF foreign seeds. AS 10
the crop OF 1895 estimates vary greatly,
BUT it appears to be conceded that it
viii exceed 19,00oo8o bushels.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Constitutional Convention.

COLUMBIA, S. G., October 3.-The
constitutional convention has decided
that there shall never be a divorce
granted in South Carolina for any
cause. Senator Tillman did his best
to have the divorces of other states
recognized in this state, but his
appeals were heard with deaf ear
and he was voted down. The bible
was quoted from very freely during
the debate. The parliamentary
clincher was put on after the matter
was adopted.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
AN OCEAN TERROR.

The United States Cruiser Brooklyn
Successfully Launched.
PHILADELPHIA, October a--The
United States cruiser Brooklyn was
successfully launched at Cramps ship
yard. At the recent gathering of the
fleets of the world at Keil the New
York attracted the most attention
among the naval experts and was
admitted to be the finest vessel of her
class atioat, and, consequently, as the
Brooklyn is superior to the New York,
the claim that she is the finest war
vessel in the world is founded on the
opinion Of naval critics.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

This year the Swiss government has
made a new departure in the way of
nonop6lizing manufacture 1t has de-
ciared the making of matches federal
exclusive right. The gains derived
therefrom viii not go into the federal
treasury, but viii be expended, first,
award Improving the manufacture OF
matches, and, second, to reduce as
much as possible their selling price.
The use of yellow phosphorus in the
manufacture Of matches is prohibited,
because it is Injurious to the health of
the worhmen employed in match fac
taries. and because it is, in many ways,
dslilserous to the public. The sale of
matches In retail way will be open
20 ali subject, however, to such re-
strictlFe regulations as will prevent
misuse, the government supplying the
retail trade exclusively. Federal legis-
'ation viii regulate the traffic.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
RED OAKS POSTMASTER JAILED.
Charged With Drawing CicrIS Hire In
M Recess OF That Paid.

Charged With Drawing .Cicrk IIlro In
WI Excess OF That Paid.
s RED OAK, October 4.-our city is
somewhat excited over the sudden
sarrcstof Postmaster II. B. Hill, who
was taken TO Council Bluffs by Deputy
United States Marshal Helwig. The
mir is full of rumors of the causes
eading to this action, but the charges
seem to be the drawing of clerk hire in
excess of the amount actually paid to
his assistants, and selling stamps in
quantity TO South Omaha packing
houses, thereby increasing the business
OF the office and his own salary in the
process.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
THIEF SHOT DEAD.

Instantly Killed by a Police onicer at
Ottumwa.
oTTuMwA, October 4-Thos. O'Don-
nell, a stranger in town, was caught
by Police Officer Frank Hamilton with
a lot of stolen chickens in his posses
sion. He ran, and, after firing two
shots in the air, Hamilton shot at him.
The thief was killed instantly. O'Don-
nell's home is believed to be in Chica-
go. The shooting occurred at $3.50 a. N.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
iTALY's PROTEST BEARS FRUIT.
Brazil to Grant Redress for Outraces /,

Brazil TO Grant Redress for OGtrages in
tho Rebellion.
BuENos AYREs, October 4. President
Moraes received the Italian minister,
Signor Martina, and offered assurances
that immediate attention will be given
to ltaly's demand for redress for out
RACES alleged to have been perpetrated
upon subjects of that country during
the rebellion. 1t is known in political
circles that the Brazilian government
has received note from the quirinal
exceedingly energetic in tone, and
this, it is said, caused the audience to
be accorded to the Italian minister.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Fraud loves shining mark Occasion
ally spurious limitations spring up Of Hop.
tattefNs Stomach Bitters, the great Ameri-
can family remedy for chills and fever,
dysl epsia, constipation, blliousness, nerv-
onslass, neuralgia, rheumatism and kidney
disorder. These limitations are usually
fiery local bitters full of high wines. Look
out for the firm signature on the genuine
label and vignette OF st. George and tho
6ra /
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
UNCLE SAM TALKS.
Tells John Eull He win Enforce the Mon
roo Doctrine,

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LONDON, October A. The Westmin-
ster Gazette in an article under the
caption, Turn about is fair play"
says: THE other day Lord Salisbury
sent an ultimatum to China, and now,
according to dispatches received from
Washington. Ambassador Bayard has
been instructed to notify Great Britain
that unless the Venezuelan question is
submitted to arbitration within ninety
days the United States government
will enforce the Monroe doctrine. 1t
is to be hoped that if the settlement of
the question can be hurried up Lord
Salisbury will do it, but surely Presi
dent Cleveland cannot wish to rush us
out of just claims
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
LIGHT SENTENCE.

Ex-Auditor Van Aakeny. of Cerro Gordo
County, Gets Six Months.
Mason CITY. October 1.-THE motion
made to quash the Indictment against
l. NJ Van Aukcn, found guilty by jury
of forging the public records, was
denied, as well as the motion for new
trial, and the case will now go to the
supreme court for q final hearing.
Mr.. Van Auken was then sentenced to
six months in the penitentiary at
Anamosa at hard la bor
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
sTRATHsERRY DISAPPEARS.
Rarnored That the Animal Was Sold 70
$4,000,

Ralnored That the Animal Was Sold for
$4,000,
OsKALoosA, October 4 .-Strathberry
did not make his appearance for his
second exhibition. His driver is the
only thing OF the outfit left in the city,
and he, with hundreds of other people,
is wondering what has become of the
horse. He disappeared, FORGETTING the
500 which he was to receive for his
exhibition. 1t IS reported that Scott
was offered $4,000 cash for his horse
BY resident of Mahaslsa county and
and it is thought the deal was closed
and the horse was delivered.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
That joyful Feeling

With the exhilarating sense OF renewed
health and strength and internal clean
lihess which follows the use Of Syrup
Of Figs Is unknown to the few who
have not progressed beyond the old time
medicines and the cheap substitutes
sometimes offered but never accepted by
the well informed
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Crew of Seven Lost.

MUNIsING, Mich, October 3.-The
barge Elma, which broke loose from
tow during the recent storm on Lake
Superior, has been picked up and
taken to Grand Island. 1t will prove
a total loss. Two hundred thousand
feet OF the cargo OF $4,000 feet of
lumber remained on board The crew
OF six men, woman and child were
not found. and are undoubtedly lost
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
TORTURED BY YOUNG sAvAcEs.
Ohio Boys Try to Burn IL Companion Mt
Gtolro

Ohio Boys Try to Burn II Companion at
tho Stake.
EAST LIVERPOOL, Ohio, October e.
Since Buffalo Bill showed here month
ago half the juveniles in town have
turned savages. In an alley off Third
street five companions captured the G.
year-old son of Andrew Vandine and
tied him to stake. They fred toy pis
tolls at him and finally piled shavings
about his feet and started the fire in
true Indian style. Neighbors rescued
the boy, but not until his clothes had
taken fire and he was badly burned.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
NEBRASKA REPUBLICANS MEET.
Most Harmonious Convention Ever Held
BY tho Party.

Most Harmonious Convention Ever Held
By tho Party.
LINCOLN, October 4.-The work of
the republican state convention was
done by reclamation, and the conven-
ton goes down in the political history
OF Nebraska as the most harmonious
state meeting of republicans ever held
All the nominations were by acclama-
ton and are: Justice of the supreme
court, 5. L. Norval; regents of the
state university, Charles S. Morrell, II.
Z. Gould. Norval is at present justice
OF the supreme court of the state.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Grnyn Ronner To Prlsnn.

Dies MONIES, October 1.-The SUI
preme court has affirmed the decision
of the lower court in the case of the
state against John w. Schaffer, con-
victed of robbing grave in Woodland
cemetery the night Of February 90,
1898, in company with three other per-
Sopc
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
A PERFECTLY INNOCENT SET.

Dubuque Newspaper Men Know Nothing
About Gambling.
DUBUQUE, October 3.-Judge Hustled
instructed the grand jury to indicG the
gambling house keepers. The news
papers applanded. Later all the local
newspaper men were called before the
jury, but none of them could give any
information
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

The Scandinavian Methodist confer
.ence held in Milwaukee decided to di-
.voree religion from business, declaring
that no minister should engage in other
pursuits. Why isn't that perfectly
proper? a good blacksmith. you know,
never has but one iron in the fire at a
time.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
BooNE,s MINERS STRIKE.
They Want the Scale of 1898, Which
WIS S1.OO.

:
Was S1.0O.
BOONE, October s.-The miners in
the Boone district have struck for a
raise to 81 per ton, the scale of 1898.
The 400 men employed at Fraser did
not strike, but all the other miners in
the county are out, to the number of
more than 1000, In July, after a lock-
out OF two months, the men signed an
agreement for one year at so cents and
then there was a prospect OF good
winters work. The violation of the
written agreement was surprise, as
the miners have never done this before
in this district. The operators say
they cannot and viii not pay the scale
asked.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
A CHOICE for Sacrifice.

''Now, you have been selected said
the good bishop, 'to go to Ku Cheng.
There is danger in all fields. but if you
prefer still more hazardous post, let
your wishes be known
Young Missionary wilder and
more dangerous the better sir
"Then what field do you choose?"
.Illinois!" NJ
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Some one has figured out that in
as2o Chicago will be the largest city in
the world except London. The Chi
cage census-takers can be depended
upon to bring this about long before
1920.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Cholera In Russia.

ST.. PETERSBURG, October 4.-The
cholera reports received from the pro-
vince of yorhynia for a fortnight of Sep
TENDER are sensational 1t appears
that during that period there were
1927 new cases of that disease, and
3,os5 deaths. In the province of
Hodolia, during that time, 5lnew cases
were reported and 10 deaths.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
WORLDS RECORD BROKEN.
Strawberry Goes 1T in 2:o7 Sd on Hall
Mile Track

strathberry Goes IT In 2:o7 "a on a Half
Mile Track.
osKALoosA, October 3.-Over 4, 200
people saw Strawberry beat the worlds
pacing record on half mile track.
Strawberry wentto beat his former rec
ord of 2:0s4 and lowered the world rec
ord one-half Of a second, making the
mile easy in 2:073l. When the horse
started he was paced by runner. The
latter was too slow, However, and was
soon left far behind. The PAGER went
to the quarter in 81, half in i:o2A,
three-quarters in 1884 and finished in
2.O7s/
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Finishing Touches.

SMITH suppose the lawyers have al
tho money of the Coldplunks' estate by this
timel
Robinson--Not only that, but they are
going to have the heirs examined IN sup
Elementary proceedings in order to collect
balances still due.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Boil, Good Shots.

'My wife is an expert in handling the
rife. Put up coin for target and she'll
nit ii in the center every time"
That's nothing, My wife rifles my
pockets of all the coin in them and never
misses dimeD
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Trained ny a Plank.

CEDAR RAPIDS, October 3.-Joseph
Neichvii, while assisting in the unload
ing OF car OF lumber, was struck on
the head by heavy plank. There are
symptoms of conclusion of the brain
and he may die.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
IOWA PATENT OFFICE REPORT

Dies MONIES, September 3O.-Mrs.
X. Z. S. Coisenower, of Des Moines, has
been granted copyrights for three
works of art (paintings) to-wit:
Elf of Flowers, Queen of Flowers and
Fairy of Flowers. James Garrett, OF
Boone, Iowa, has been allowed a pat
ent for his trademark consisting of
the word symbol "Hogg Hogg,n used
for Il medicine for the prevention and
cure Of hog cholera, r.. w. Howell,
of lndianola, has been allowed a patent
for means adapted to facilitate CON
Meeting thills To vehicle as required
for hitching a horse thereto, and also
adapted for Instantly disconnecting the
thills as required to free a horse from
a vehicle to prevent the dangers and
accidents incident to runaways. III. L..
Fisher. of Des Moines, has been allowed
4 patent for q check or card receptacle
adapted to be fixed in a railway car to
register the passengers seatand destina-
ton, and to retain a record of all the
passengers that paid and occupied seats
during each trip of passenger car
from one end of the conductors route
to the other. Seven Z. S. patents were
issued to Iowa inventors last week
Valuable information about obtaining,
valuing and selling patents sent free
to any address. Printed copies of the
drawings and specifications of any u.
S. patents sent upon receipt of 25 cents.
THOMAS G. & ]. RALPH ORwIG,
Solicitors of Patents
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Sidney II. Preston writes from Eng
4 land to inform US that the stories told
about the s40,0o0,00O Holmes. estate is
the purest fabrication possible. We
knew well enough it was fabrication,
but did moi know what kind.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Henri Rnifrnh

DIS MONIES, October l-Mr. Henri
Ruifrok, the new director of the piano
department of the Des Moines Musical
College, has made a hit, both as
teacher and pianist.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Struck the RncLs

GLASGOW, October 1.-The British
steamer Wallachia, bound from this
port for Trinidad, struck the rocks on
Beacon Perch, in the Clyde, and
bounded off and sank. All on board
were saved
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

About the Burlington's new short line to
Montana, the wonderful country it runs
through, the time it saves TO Helena, Butte,
Spokane, Seattle and Tacoma. Our aes-
vertisirlg matter gives full information.
Write for it. ), FRANCIS, g. r. & I. A,
ON eha Nab
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
BURGLARS TACKLE THE TREASURY.
Burglars Attempt to Steal the County's
Money at Garner.


Money at Garner.
MASON Cry, September 3o-An
attempt was made to rob the county
treasury of Hancock county, at Garner
About midnight, robbers entered the
court house, broke out q window, and,
proceeding to the vault, blew the large
door off with dynamite They then
attempted to go through the smaller
safe. 1t was burglar proof, and the
robbers worked faithfully until dawn,
when they had to give it up. There is
some clue.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Curious.

"Are you frightened, MISS" asked
the policeman of the young lady from
Boston, who stood on a step to avoid a
ferce-looking dog.
mot exactly. But my curiosity has
been very much aroused
''What do you mean, miss?"
II was only wondering whether that
canine is mad or only indignant"
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

LONDON, October IA dispatch
from Yokohama to- news agency says
that an attempt was made upon
the life of Marquis Ito, prime minister
OF Japan, by a member of the anti
foreign league. The would-be muir
derer was arrested
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
UTAH ABOUT TO ENTER UNION.

Last Report of Her Territorial Governor
Has Been Filed.
WASHINGTON, October 4.-Goyernor
Caleb West, of Utah, has submitted
his last annual report to the secretary
OF the interior. Before another report
can be made the territory will become
a state. The population is, according
to the census of 1895, 247,324; property
valuation, $97, 942, ISL.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
iowa State Bystander,
cu4AfsSsEs i. npRr. ssdssor.
DIES MONIES, low

The Americans may have cornered
the English cycle tube output, but thu
Britons still have plenty OF the filling
for the tubes.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Certainly its no advance for wom-
en when the sex begins jumping from
Brooklyn bridge. On the contrary, it Is
a great come down.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Ella Wheeler Wilcox utters a truth
when she says there are twenty leaners
20 one supporter. And they too often
make the one supporter very lean.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
MILES AND RUGER.

WASHINGTON, October 3.-Ths order
Gen N. A. Miles to com
mand the army has been signed. The
same order assigns General Ruger to
the command Of the department. Of the
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
In Old Eden.

Adam-Eve. are you sure that you
love me for myself alone?
Eve-You ought to feel pretty sure
of it; you know I never could love you
for your good clothes.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Lew Wallace says: when the wonl-
IN takes hold of the bicycle it's future
rs secure But what about the woman?
ieople still feel anxious about her.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
one Slight Advantage.

There's one comfort said the
philosopher. when his wages were
reduced, when I'm laid up sick now I
shan't lose SO much money"
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

p attempting to clean out Lemont
and purify the Chicago River at the
same time Chicago is undertaking
sssoa which no other city in the worss
soald fope to get through With.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

We may now breathe more freely
since Professor EVayland, Of the Yale
Law school, declares that in his speech
Before the American Social Science AS
ISOLATION the other day he stated that
the United States contains 100000
iiahitual criminals. and not 1900, 900, as
reported Still, 100000 is enough 10
sworrg along on for a time.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Farming by Irrigation.

I, 1t hard to keep up the interest on the
mortgage after paying living expenses, to
say nothing Of trying to pay the principals
How would 1t do to sell the farm, invest the
fruit land and make a good living with far
lesa work? At any rate, let me write you
about 1t.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Last Place on Earth.

Wife Ito husband returning home)-
An hour ago the bank president was
here and wanted to see you. ] sent to
every saloon in the neighborhood, but
you couldn't be found
Husband Of course; I was at the
office!
Wife-The last place on earth /
would have thought Of
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04
Post Yourself

The Ohio girl who wore red boomers TO
church hns added to her sins ~ eloping
with a man
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

Attention to business is the first thing
young man must pay.
The man who finds the north pole gets
the DersinIuon.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

May-Why have you stopped using
powder? Was it injurious to Your com
plexion?
Amy-No; but 4 was running Char
ley's new coat.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

An Arkansas young man who was bitten
by q horse trader died of modification.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-10-04

XEPH. OIiAS. Tl,lt
2O7 Boston Building, Denver, Colo.