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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
CHINESE VEGETABLES.
Hop Chang, OF Chicago, Raises tho Firs
East Of the Rockies.


East Of the Rockies.
Chicago Times-H Herald: The first
crop of Chinese vegetables raised east
Of the Rockies was marketed in South
Clark street early in the week. Hop
Chang, an ex-laundryman, was the
grower, and the miniature farm upon
which he raised the Chinese equiva-
Tents for turnips, peas and cucumbers,
is a one-acre tract of land in Forty
seventh street, near Kedzie avenue.
Early this week the first vegetables
grown in Chicago by Chnaman were
picked ard carried in two large baskets
to South Clark street. When news
that green stuff such as they used to
eat in far off China was for sale, the
folks of Chinatown came flocking. But
there was grief for many, for the willy
Hop Chang knew he had monopoly
and charged accordingly. "HoW
muchee?" said a laundryman, holding
up green looking vegetable about the
size of tomato which he called CT
toi." "Fliftee cent" said Chang. The
laundryman dropped it, remarking sor-
rowfully something that sounded like
"Oh, Gee!" A rich Chinaman bought
the vegetable, and in few moments
the entire stock was taken at extrava-
CANT prices by the epicures Of the col
ony. Hop Chang's crops are in very
thriving condition, and give promise
of a rich pecuniary harvest. He has
sent to China for more seeds and GER
tain farming implements he deems es-
sential to the best results in gardening.
Other Cinnamon will doubtless take up
farming as vocation since Chang has
demonstrated it's feasibility in this eli
mate Should the Chinese undertake
vegetable gardening in and about Chi
cago they would prove formidable RI
walls to the Dutch and German garden
ers, who now practically monopolize
the field.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
Dickens Best Novel.

1t is we'll known among literary peo-
pie that Charles Dickens considered
David Copperdeld" the best Of his
novels, but occasions when he actually
expressed that opinion are so rare that
1t Is worth while to recall an incident
which happened while he was in Phila-
delphla. Mr.. Chaplin, father OF DR..
John B. Chaplin, the well-known expert
on insanity, was at that time at the
head of the blind asylum here. Raised
type for the blind was just, coming
into vogue. and, desiring to have one
OF Dickens books printed In that way.
Mr.. Chaplin took advantage of an In
PRODUCTION to the great novelist to ask
him which OF his works he considered
the best, and mentioned the reason
why he wanted to know. Dickens un-
hesitatingly answered, David Copper
field" -Philadelphia Record.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
RSONALLY CONpUCTED
.s TOURS
To California In Pullman Tourist Sleep

TO California In Pullman Tourist Sleep
Ing Cars.
Via the Chicago Great Western to Kan
sas City and the Santa Fe Route to
Los Angeles and Southern California.
rhe true winter route avoiding cold
weather and snow blockades. Com
nencing Monday, Oct. 23d. and on
every Monday following, one of these
new Pullman Tourist Sleeping Cars
will leave Des 'Mones Zen route from
st. Paul via Oelwein) at S:45 p. m. via
the Chicago Great Western for Los
Angeles and Southern California via
Kansas City, and reaching Los An
geles the following Friday morning,
thus avoiding all Sunday travel. These
tours are personally conducted by an
experienced railway official, who &C
companies the train to its destination.
The cars are we'll equipped for a long
Journey and are as comfortable as the
Pullman Sleepers, While the price Is
only Sc for a double berth Tor $3.50
from stations south of Waterloo), less
than half the price in the Standard
Sleepers. For full information in
quire of any Chicago Great Western
Agent, or address F. Fl. Lord, General
Pass. & Ticket Agent, 113 Adams St.,
rhica 60
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

the lady's maid-possibly Plutus had
as much to say in the matter as Cupid.
Miss Woodward might have savings
which the shrewd Londoner had scent
, ed. The man overlook me presently,
as, lost in the intricacies of stable-yard
and back entrance, was trying to find
my way hack to the garden and lawn
II beg your pardon, sir" he said,
civilly. THAT pain leads to the
kitchen, this" Opening a gate-"wlll
take you to the side entrance into the
hail."
Thank yop." answered. Good
night"
Good night. Mr.. Fort"
I looked up, surprised at the sudden
change of tone and manner. The man )
eyes met mine.
"Widdrington! l had almost ex-
claimed, but that his hand touched
mine on the gate latch and checked the
word.
you left this in the dog cart this
afternoon, SIR" he said. handing me a
letter. Il picked it up when I cleaned
the trap"
took the paper from him and
passed on with another good night.
My mind was in wild state of alarm;
Widdrington was on the track OF the
secret-nay with Woodward under his
influence, the secret was probably al
ready his. How could l warn Mona
how save her?
The opportunity was not far to seek.
When I entered the drawing-room Miss
Branscombe was there alone, save for
Mrs. Heathcote's sleeping presence.
The Rector's wife lay back in her COM
Portable arm chair by the fire, blissfully
asleep. Mona sat by the tea-table in
the opposite corner. her soft-shaded
lamp the one spot Of light in the room.
Her elbow rested on the table. her
cheek on her hand, her pale, sweet face
grave and sad. The eyes she raised at
my entrance fell almost Immediately,
and deep flush, painful IL its inten-
sity, spread over cheek. neck and brow.
"You will have some tea?" she said,
beginning to arrange her cups with
hands which trembled so much that
she was forced to desist. Then she
folded them resolutely in her lap and
looked up at me, making, as / could
see, strong effort at composure. "Mr.
Fort" she went on. in almost whis--f
per, you are angry with me; and you
have been 20 kind. I am sorry that You
cannot forgive me now that every;
thing has come right. And 4 do want
to tell y6u how thorough Il unde
!stand ana thank yous foss III ynpr Kind
thon6hf for lal i, y 11sSid
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
! must have seemed ungrateful In op-
n -

! must have seemed ungrateful IN or
posing you, and-and--all."
I bowed. I was afraid to trust my
self to speak just then. And yet the
precious moments were flying! Mrs.
Heathcote stirred In her chair.
II wish you would believe that this
as things are now, mean--is the very
happiest thing for me. as we'll as
right" she added, bending towards me
in her earnestness.
II hope you will be very happy" 1
said. conquered by the sweet humility
Of her appeal, whilst the words seemed
to scorch my heart.
I'm am very happy" she answered
gently. "Why do you speak in the fu.
ture? shall never regret-never. l
could never grow to be so sordid, and
should like to be sure that you are
not vexed about it. We all owe so
much to your kindness in those sad
days. The rosy color famed in her
cheeks again. II should like to feel
that We are friends"
"Why not?" I responded, with I'M
controlled bitterness. ut is not for
ME to prescribe to Miss Branscombe
what is for her happiness. 1t is to be
presumed that she is herself the best
in this case, perhaps, the only-judge.
The bushes faded and left her white
as lily. Something in her look made
me feel as If had struck her blow.
"Fcrgive me-" l cried. Miss Brans-
corlbe-Ncna"-ss she raised her shak-
ing hands and covered her face-"what
have I dcne-what have I sald?"
And them Go not know how it hap
pened; l have never been able to re-
duce the next supreme moments to any
coherent memory-but her dear head
was on my shoulder, my arms were
round her as dropped upon my knees
by her side, and without spoken word
knew that neither Charlie Brans-
combe nor any other barrier stood be-
tween ME and my darling She was
mine, and mine only, and the gates OF
Paradise had opened to me at last.
(To be continued.)
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
QUALITY AND NEWS.
FAME AND EXCELLENCE ARE
Determining FACTORS IN
SUCCESSFUL DEVELOP.
sr1 MENT.
Ono Of tho Important Functions ~
High-Class Newspapers.

In presenting interesting phases of
scientific and economic problems.
high-class newspapers frequently give
Information of as great value in their
advertising columns as in those de-
voted to the publication Of the prin-
cipal events OF the day: and when
the fame of product is extended be-
yond it's natural limits into foreign
lands, and large demand created
throughout Great Britain and her COL
onies and the principal seaports and
cities of Europe, Asia and Africa, it
becomes pleasant duty to note the
fact and to tell of the points Of ex-
cellence on which SO great success is
based. We refer to the now world
famed laxative remedy, Syrup Of Figs.
the product Of the California Fig
Syrup Company. The merits Of this
Mell7known excellent laxative were
first made known to the world through
the medical journals and newspapers
Of the United States; and is one of the
distinct achievements Of the press. 1t
is now we'll known that Syrup Of Figs
Is an ethical proprietary remedy, ap-
proved by the most eminent physicians
everywhere, because it Is simple and
effective, yet pleasant to the taste and
acceptable to the system, and not only
prompt in it's beneficial effects, but
also wholly free from any unpleasant
after-effects. It is frequently referred
to as the remedy Of the healthy, be-
cause it is used by people who enjoy
good health and who live we'll and feel
we'll and are we'll informed on all sub
jects generally, including laxatives.
In order to get its beneficial effects, 1t
Is necessary to get the genuine Syrup
of Figs, which is manufactured by the
California Fig Syrup Co. only.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

my husband that some.
thing must be done, for
/ was nearly frantic with
pain. Having read Of
tn e wonderful cures
Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg
etable Compound had
performed, determined
to try it. I have taken
it and am happy to say I
am cured. I recomme
to all my friends and !
tire Of telling the BEN
have derived from it's u:
have you alone to than
my recovery"
MRS. ELLEN FLANA-
CAN. 1870 Mountain St.,
Philadelphia, Pa. writes:
"DEAR Mrs. PINKHAM
Three years ago l was
a sufferer from chronic
dyspepsia, was irritable
and cross. and can say
that after taking seven
bottles of Lydia E. Pink
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
CHAPTER XI.-(Continued.)

CHAPTER XII (Continued.)
Possession Is nine points OF the
law" answered. II am afraid it will
be difficult matter to eject Mr.. Brans-
combe unless We can produce the COL
onel's will"
(Which we canuot?"-"Which we
cannot at PRESENT."
Then nothing can be done?"
II fear nothing, excepting to apprise
the heir-at-law of the. possible exist
ence OF the will made in Miss Brans-
combe's favor, and to warn him that 1t
may any day be brought forward"
"Humph!" growled the rector. And
II it should never turn up-if, as be-
gin to suspect there has been some
deep-laid plot-some rascality Of which
Master Charlie is, as usual. the head
and front, what then?"
'Then," I replied, Master Charlie
will remain In possession"
And Mona will be beggar," said
Mr.. HeatEcote sadly. Poor child, poor
child!"
is Miss Branscombe At Forest
Lear" ventured to inquire presently.
mo; she and Miss Elmslie are with
US. Mr.. Charles bachelor establish
ment was hardly fitting home for
her, and we thought it advisable that
she should leave the neighborhood at
present-at all events until we had
heard your opinion"
I'm the circumstances I should ad-
wise Miss Branscombe to retire." said
.gravely.
"Yes, yes, exactly" assented the rec
tor. In the circumstances-as l now
understand them-she must of course
leave the neighborhood."
We drove on for some time after this
in silence. was occupied with rose
colored dreams of future for the dis
possessed heiress-a future which had
evidently not entered into the rector's
calculations, from the same point Of
view at all events.
If the fellow were not what he Is,
the poor colonel's original plan would
have settled the difficulty" muttered
Mr.. Heathcote, as he touched up his
stout cob. But he was right-he was
right; 1t would be sacrifice not to be
thought of-not to be thought Of"
AS he spoke we we're passing the
Forest Lea woods, which here swept
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
CHAPTER XII.

Mona was not in the drawing room
before dinner. Miss Elmslie was, and
received me with fearful cordially.
TITS a sad change" she whispered,
Especially for the dear girl. But she
doesn't seem to feel it. really believe
she is glad that Charlie Is at Forest
Lea" And then sis asked the inevi-
table question, which had come to be
almost an exasperating one to me
ANY news Of the will, Mr.. Fort?"
None" I answered.; cts loss is as
great mystery as ever"
It was not until we were seated at
the dinner table that Mona slipped
quietly in, and took place by Miss
Elmslie opposite to mine. There was
q consciousness In .ner manner, e de-
pr,cating timidity, as she met my eyes
which confrmed ! MY featy She vas
iosts to me. ahd The 90 knot of
tie II Forest La didicuity 40 cut ~ nor
Asnd, ~ 3 ~ fsss l!isshs y a. slsass
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

down to the edge OF green turf border-
ing the road. From one OF the glade
like openings two figures emerged IN
front of our carriage, sauntering slow
" along on the grass, too deeply 40
sorbed in conversation apparently to
be aware OF our approach. One-a slim
girlish figure, dressed in black gar
ments, with graceful. fair head bowed
like a lily on its stalk-was, as knew
at once, Nona's; and it needed not the
rector's impatient exclamation and
sudden, quick jerk of the reins to tell
me that the slight, almost boyish figure
by her side was that OF her cousin,
Charlie Branscombe.
In an instant the half-scotched SER
pent of jealousy was reused again and
stung me to the heart. All my Did
doubts and suspicious rushed back like
a flood. Fool that I had been ever to
dream Of hope in the face OF what I
had seen and knew.
There was something OF mockery In
the elaborate bow. returned by curt
nod. with which Mr.. Charles Braas-
combe greeted the rector; and, as I
read it, a CLEAN of triumph on the
handsome fair face in which I recog-
nized the fatal beaute de diable I had
heard described.
A passing glimpse Of Miss Brans-
combe showed me half-startled, sur
prised glance of recognition-a swift,
shy blush, in return for the grave bow
with which I acknowledged hers. The
meeting had upset the rector's equan-
unity as much as 1t had nine. He
spoke no more until we turned in at
the rectory gate.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

Baltimore. Oct. 21.-Should the pres
ent rate of increase in the net earnings
of the Baltimore & Ohio railroad con-
tinue. almost the entire interest
charges and the rentals for the fiscal
year ending June 80, 1900. will have
been earned by Dec. 81, 1899. This
was foreshadowed today when the net
earnings for September were made
public. The estimated gross receipts
were s2,S04,29 the largest for one
month in the history OF the company
and an increase of S216,537 over Sep
TENDER, 1898. The net earnings for
September, 1899, were also a record
breaker, being 81 .030, 493, an increase
of s271,S 04 over September. 1898. The
net earnings for the first three months
of this fiscal year--July, August, and
acknowledgements S3,042.759. an
increase of s1,174.GGS over the same
months in 1881. Fl. Maddy.
4 taxpayer says the NJ M 'rous iuve;-
tigating committees make war an ex-
pensive luxury.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

The composition of which printing
rollers are made was accidentally dis
covered by a Salopian printer. Not
being able to find the ''pelt ball" he
linked the type with a Piece of glue
which had fallen from the glue pot. 1t
was such an excellent substitute that
after mixing molasses with the glue,
to give the mass IL proper consistency,
the old ''pelt ball. was entirely dis
pharre6
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

We offer Ono Hundred dollars reward fornny
case of Catarrh that cannot be cured Ivy Halls
+. j. CHENEY & CO., Props. Toledo. O.
We the undersigned. have known r. j.
Cheney for The last IS years and believe MIN
perfectly honorable in all business transactions
and financially able to carry out any ob!ls'I-
West 4 Truax. Wholesale Druggists, Toledo
O.; Wading, Kinnan s. Marvin, Wholesale
Druggists. Toledo Ohio.
Hall Catarrh Cure is taken internally. act-
ing directly upon the blood aud mucous surfaces
of the system Testimonials sent free Price
$50 per bottle. Sold by all druggists.
Halls Family Pills are the best
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
/ Lo4 Aar.l.. and so..h.rn c.llrorn,,

# Los Angeles and southern CAlifornss
Every Friday night, at 1926 p. M,
Through Tourist Car for Los Angeles
I'D Southern California, leaves the
II hicago, Milwaukee & st. Paul Rail-
Jay Union Passenger Station, Chicago,
fla Omaha. Colorado Springs and Salt
Lake City, for all points in Colorado,
\ Utah, Nevada and California.
@ In addition to the regular Pullman
porter, each car Is accompanied by an
Intelligent, competent and courteous
t,'courier.' who will attend to the
Z wants Il passengers en- route. This is
al entirely new feature Of tourist car
service, and will be appreciated by
families or by ladies travelling alone,
particular attention is paid to the care
i OF children, who usually get weary on
q long journey.
These tourist cars are sleeping cars
supplied with all the accessories neces-
sary to make the, jour comfortable
and pleasant, and the berth rate leach
berth will accommodate two persons)
is only $500 from Chicago to Cali
fornia. Ask the nearest ticket agent
for q tourist car folder, or address
Geo. H. Heafford, General Pass. and
Ticket Agent. Chicago, Ill.
Harry Cooper, said to be the tallest
man in the world, has recently died.
He was born at Cleveland in Yorkshire,
England. and was eight. feet eight
inches in CHIT. He was at one time
a member OF Darnum's troupe and died
In British Columbia,
The late Hall McAllister some year.
ago entertained visiting scientist at
the Union Club, before it's amalgam.
alton with the pacific. and during the
evening" particularly foggy one
made some whimsical remark convey
ing the idea that fog was an excellent
conductor of sound. The scientist
took exception to this novel theory and
asked Mr.. McAllister on what it was
based. ION phenomena which W.
have all observed" returned the readJ
iurist; ION an evening like this We
hear the foghorn quite distinctly, but
when there is no fog we can not hear
It at ALL"
The favorite in a horse race is the
one that wins when you don't bet on
him.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
A Remarkable Career.

Jno. NJ. Smyth, head OF the great
house of Jno. M. Smyth Co., Of Chi
cago, commenced life in very humble
way, but by dint of hard work and
great business ability has built up the
largest concern of it's kind in the
world. His name is a synonym for
honesty and fair dealing The great
guitar bargain shown in another col
umn of this paper should be of interest
to those who are musically inclined,
and their mammoth catalogue Of
everything to eat, wear or use caould
be in the hands of everyone.
Civilization enables some men to
Alo In 4l,n4 thor, trnS
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

troubles of her sex.
MRS. ANNA E. HALL, Of Mill
dale. Conn, was all run down in
health and had completely lost
control of her nerves. She wrote
to Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn, Mass.
for advice. Now she writes:
II wish to thank you for what
has done for me. 1t has helped me
l suffered for long time with ner-
I'd limbs and falling of the wor1b;
head and could not sleep. / told
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
First Exposition.

Perhaps the first industrial exposi-
ton on record was held in 1869 in the
Rathhaus of Nuremberg. A catalogue
published at the time thus states the
purpose of the exposition: 1T shall
bring before the public all innovations
in the trade of the whole world in
modern times, together with domestic
art productions.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

Jesse Grant, the former presidents
younger son. has gone to Cuba to look
after his business interests in the ISL
and. Grant came north to witness
the marriage Of his niece to Prince Can
tacuycnA gi5t
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

The earnings of the Chicago Great
Western 10y Maple Leaf Route for
the first week in October, 1899, show
an increase of s22,S60.73. Total in
crease since beginning Of fiscal year
fIu1v 1st) tO date 1921 45613
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

Each package of Putnam Fadclcss
Dyes colors more goods than any other
dye and colors them better too. sold
bv all drurriStS
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

MRS P1NKHAM says that rtabilty indicates disease.
IVI Women who are nervous and snappish are to 10
pited. Their homes uncomfortable; their dis.
positions grow constantly Such women need the
sci and treatment of who understands the peculiar
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

There is one country in the world,
and probably only one, which gets
along with single policeman-that is
Icnland
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

Our characters are formed and sus-
tanned by ourselves ana BY our own
actions and purp oses. and not BY otli-
SsGrs. Calumnia tof1 may usually no
strusted M time ana this slow but STEADY
ifnSt sof public oplnton NH
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

The money in circulation in the
United States has doubled in the last
twenty years.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

Over $4,000 refrigerators are made
annually by Fon du Lac, Wisconsin
factories.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

MY doctor said wOulc die but JisO'S Cure
for Consumption cared nc.-Amos kclncr
Cherry Valley. ILL.,, Nov. % '95.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

Liberal religious literature sent FREE
on application to Mrs. II. u. Reed, 1872
n. 3Sth ave-. Omaha. Ncb.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

Even the old bachelor wants better
half when anyone attempts to shove a
counterfeit 5O-cent piece off on him.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
Ask For the Eest Reading

Oklahoma Territory now claims 1925,
600 inha bitantS.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

The largest pumping engine in the
world is in the Calumet and Hecla
mines
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

hams Vegetable Compound entirely cured take great
pleasure in writing this you and would be pleased to be
interviewed by any who is afflicted with distressing
complaint am very grateful to YOU"
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

We pay s4 per week for y man with rig to fnffo-
duce onr goods In the country. Write for terms.
Kansas Food Co., Dept. NJ, Kansas City, MO.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

If you please one man you offend
another.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

A man may be thankful for what he
receives, but it is hard for him to be
thankful for the things that are with
held
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27
aalnn Per Haak Salary.

The height of the rock of Gibraltar
is about .437 feet.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

THE GRIP CURE THAT DOES CURE.
Laxative Bromo Quinne Tablets removes
the cause thrt produces La Grippe. T.. W..
Groves SiSrntura is ON each box. &c. e
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-10-27

The United States has 1000, 600 work.
ingwomen.