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Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05
Rrlght,s DIsaase.

Bright's Disease is no respector OF
persons; it attacks men and women
the strong and robust. the rich and
poor, the active body and brain work
iers, the fathers of families, the bread
winners in every sphere of life, seem.
ing ochoose for it's victims those only
who can least be spared. Smiths Sure
Kidney Cure is the only guaranteed
remedy for Bright's Disease.
Your money back if it fails to cure.
Price, 80 cents. For sale by W. w
Ennis.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

The Hampton recorder thinks Con
gresham John f. Lacey of the Sixth,
district, gave some sound advice BE-
fore the recent state convention. He
stated that we must remember that
the presidential campaign of this year
cannot be won on the hurrah basis.
1t must be campaign of education,
and it must be fought from start to
finish, as it was four years ago. Al
tho we are in the midst of prosperity
we should recall 1892, and not be over
confident
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

If it is true that the Boer war is
over all civilized people will breath
sigh of relief. 1t has been bloody
and has lasted too long for any good
it has accomplished. Among the good
things that have come of it may be
rated the exposure of the incompe-
tency of several British generals, and
the proof to the world of the splendid
yalor of the Beers, and the bravery of
the men in the ranks in both armies.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

The shallowness of the democratic
antitrust tissue is shown by the fact
that the republican attorney general
of New York has decided to prosecute
an ice trust formed by democratic city
| officials. y - 3 e.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

Mr.. Clark of Montana explains that
he has persevered in the pursuit of
wealth long after acquiring fortune
because he wants to be able to help
humanity And members of the leg
islature come under the head of hui
manity, don't they?
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

The Nevada Representative advocates
Congressman Lacey for the vice presi-
dency. 1t thinks 1.-THE more he is scru-
tinized the more obvious will appear
his fitness for the high post for which
he is now proposed. If Iowa shall pre-
sent him it will honor itself in doing
so; and if the party shall accept him
it will make no mistake."
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

carry revolver when sober, it should
be a penitentiary offense to be found
guilty of being in the possession of
such weapon when drunk. There
should be a determined crusade along
this line.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

Such a gathering of x-Confederates
and ex-Federals as that held at Freder-
icksburg, Va, gives the prevarication
to some of Senator Tillman's recent
rabid utterances.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

Director Merriam Of the census has
just issued another circular of eau
tioa to the enumerators to answer no
questions. 1t will cost them $500 to
crafty the curiosity OF their friends.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05
CIRCULATION.
WESTERN WOOL VALUES.

The western values continue to at
tract the attention of farmers. Ida
no affords an interesting exhibit, as
follows:
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05

William Jacoby was run over by a
hand car near Columbus Junction and
badly injured
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1900-06-05
After Deputy State v. 81 anda British v I.
s. had both failed to;
TESTEOTOMIZE A RIDGLIN7 Hnpsp

Mr.. 8. A. Newell, owner of the horse. Of
Abba. Iowa. who is a noted stock dealer, wrote:
ridgling horse was not off of feed a day after
your skillful operation, and swelled less thaa
usual In common castration." Prof. Seybert
operated successfully on % ridgling horses with
in one year tall suryiving) which had been tried
by professional rdg1iMg castrators. Office S.
W. Cor. Court and Second Sts., ottsuawa, Ia.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Weldon.

Drs. Mitchell and Walker had pro
fessional business at Osceola Sunday.
Saturday night VIM. Branscombe, OF
Van Vert, while intoxicated fell out of
a buggy under the horses feet. The
horses we're rough shod and inflicted
bad wound on one of his hands. DR..
Mitchell in dressing the wound was
compelled to take several stitches.
Thanks Offering was observed at the
NJ. r. church Sundays
DIR. Foxworthy has treated his fine
driving team to new set of harness.
Miss Winnie Eddie depa rted Tuesday
for an extended visit at Jacksonville,
ILL.,, with relatives June /, she will be
present at THE I'll reg GRADUATING -afApes 'urotlan
Clarence at the State diversity at
Champagne, H.
DR.. Ben Walker has returned from
college and after short visit at home
will locate at Corydon. He is man
Of high ambitions and extraordinary
talent and there is no doubt but tina,
he will make successful practioneer.
DR.. Tyler, of Garden Grove, will be
at Weldon the last three days of each
month to do dental work.
Most Of the farmers have finished
their blowing and large number of
acres of corn will be planted this week
Wessie Lowe and Chas Bledsoe have
shot 1l2 wild ducks on Wessie's pond
this spring.
Tom Tallman is working for his uncle
Oscar OH the farm.
4 Floyd Adams is rusticatng on the
fakm with Frank Stevens.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Climate and Crop Service,
Summary for week ending April 3Oth.
p -

summary Tor week ending April 30th.
Des Moines, Iowa.
The past week was warmer than usual
in all parts of the State, the daily ex-
cess ranging from 8 to 70. The rain
fall was generally very light in the east
ern and central districts, and quite
heavy in the southwest and west cen.
trail districts. At Thurman, Fremont
county, the amount reported was 4.72
inches, and at numerous points in the
Missouri valley there were showers
every day during the week, greatly him
dering farm work in that section.
In all districts there has been salts
factory growth of small grain and pas
turage. Early sown fields are general
ly showing excellent stands, and the
pastures are now ample for the support
of stock. Except in the limited area
visited by frequent showers the condi-
tons were favorable for blowing and
preparations for planting. In some
favored localities in the central and
southern districts corn planters were
started on the 9th and 18th, and with
favorable weather considerable area
will be planted the first week in May.
In the southern and central districts
the earlier varieties Of fruit trees are in
full bloom; and in northern localities
the blooming period is close at hand.
The week closed with cool wave on
Sunday night and light frosts were OBJ
served Monday morning, but no damage
resulted. The outlook for fruit is gen
orally good.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
MATRIMONIAL.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

Married on Wednesday evening, April
25th Mr.. Albert B. Hatfield to Miss
Flora q. Patterson, Esq. Frank Cox Of
floating. The groom is one of Eden
townships rustling young farmers, be.
ing born and raised here in our midst.
The bride is the only daughter of Ansel
Patterson and is one of Davis City's
most accomplished young ladies and
we'll calculated to make happy home
for the one of her choice. After the
ceremony they returned to the. groom s
farm where he had house ready fur
nished. A host of friends join in wish
ing them happy and prosperous voy.
age down the stream Iof life. Nav no
cloud ever darken their horizon that has
not silver lining is the wish of all.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
MORTUARY.
TRYPHosA cOLwELL

Died at hon ne In Davis City, Iowa, April
1a To- IMPLICATION of diseases brouphi
on 1y 0Il Ee. The funeral services Were X
conducted the following day at the Union
church by Rev. Rusk, and the remains laid 10
rest in the Davis City cemetery. .'''s. :
Her maiden name was Craft. She was born
When twelve years Old she with her parents ena;
came by water. in what was called q family
boat, to Vermillion Co., Ind. In 1882 She was
married to Valentine Harris and to this union
were born six children. four died in in.
fancy and only one child is now living. In
1858 they moved to Vermillion county, nj,
where ,nne II. March 1858, her husband died. In
1866 she came 10 Harrison county, Mo-, where
in June 1885, she was married to Jacob Erwin
who died in February 1871. she was again
married toAbel Colwe1l in August 1879, and
he died the same year. In 1883 she moved 10
Davis City. Iowa. where she has since made
her home. She was the last remaining child
OF family of twelve children,
She united with the Methodist church when
thirteen years old and was ever firm believer
IN the savior's love. Three days before she
died she said, I'm three days more shall be
at rest, and IL was SO. Peace to her memory.
Harrison county. NO.. papers please copy.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Morgan.

Miss Maud Osborn visited saturda
night with her aunt, Mrs. M. Evans.
There was surprise party at Hiram
Peck's Saturday night. All report :
good time.
II. Hall and family and Bessie Blas's
ley were over Sunday VIZ al. e"'iis'
S'lle, w atkins is doing the carpenter
>. WI John 0sborn's kitchen.
Mrs. Walters and daughter Alma, Wis.
tied at NJ. l.. Dale's Friday.
Merit Cozad sold horse to Ed. Grif-
fin.
A number Of young folks spent Sun
day evening with Nellie Dale.
Mr.. and Mrs. Nichols, of Lneville,
visited last week with their daughter,
Mrs. Spud Hays.
VIM. Hays, from Oklahoma, is visit
ing his nephews, Jim and Spud Hays.
Joe Adair, of Woodland, is boring a
we'll tor John Osborn.
Mrs: Lucy Keshlear, of Pleasa nton,
visited Saturday and Sunday at G. w.
Bars.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
An Ancient Belief.

The ancients believed that rheumatism
was the work of demon within man.
Any one who has had an attack of sci
attic or infiammatory rheumatism will
agree that the infliction is demoniac
enough to warrant the belief. 1t has
never been claimed that Chamberlain's
Pain Balm would cast out demons, but
it will cure rheumatism, and hundreds
bear testimony to the truth of this
statement. One application relieves the
pain, and the quick relief which it af-
fords is alone worth many times its
worth. For sale by w. A. Alexander,
druggist,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
COUNTY CORRESPONDENCE.
Items of Interest as Reported by Our Correspon-
dents from Surrounding Towns and Townships.
Center.

Chas. Rambo is working for Jas.
Upheld.
One of our phone lines will be extend
ed to meet the Woodland phone at
High Point, i
Jno. Stout had business in Center.
Mr.. Reed, of Leon, delivered buggy
in Center.
Lew Peas is collecting milk on the
Center route.
MIR. Hiatt has an interest in the Cas-
ter mill.
Last Sunday was Presbyterian day at
Grown Chapel.
Mr.. Rumley who llyes on the Chas-
tain place has Mrs. Davenport's farm
rented.
Mrs. Davenport has new front yard
fence and telephone.
l would say to the Fairyland cores
pondent that we must not ask much
space in The REPoRTER for OUR views as
views is what he is after. If it was not
for the fact that the editor was of noble
parentage and his knowledge of the
value of exchange of ideas help to free
man intellectually and physically, l for
one would not intrude on his time, pa
tience and means, to sandwich my
items with with outside issues.
Mr.. Fairyland correspondent does not
realize the evolution of thought Our
secular courts punish the transgresser,
not the innocent. The idea that we are
indebted to any God or religion tor
mans discouraging theft, murder, adul-
tery}etc, is mistake Mankind found
by experience that if he committed
these wrongs that some one else could
do the same and he gradually found il
was easier as Lincoln said to do right
than wrong. Please write card to the
Truth Seeker, 2S Lafayette Place, N. Y,
Tor. their catalogue of books and that
will give price Of the Gladstone-Inger.
soil discussion on these questions. 1t
will help YOU to think.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
| reckon on the seasons.
For the years that come and 20,
Lies an all-around pleasure to me,
Since taking Rocky Mountain tea.

/ The April number of the L'Art de Ia
Mode has reached our table and it is
indeed a harbinger of spring for it fairly
Ioutshines the buds and flowers with the
many beautiful spring costumes shown
in this number. There are ten beauti-
full colored plates in addition to the
large number of new styles shown in
black and white. It can truly be said
that L'Art de Ia Mode is the leading
fashion periodical 81 the world for it
iexcels all others. The colored plat es
alone are worth years subscription to
any lady or dressnaker. It is publish
ed at $3.50, per annum, 35, cents single
number by The Morse Broughton Co.
y East 1th street, New York City, or
can be obtained of all newsd callers.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
omeseekers Excursions Tickets.

To nearly all points in the United
States on sale at all ticket offices of the
Chicago Great Western Railway on the
first and third Tuesdays of May and
June, at the very low homeseekers rate
OF one fare plus $500 for the round trip.
Tickets good for return within 81 days
from date of sale. Persons contemplate.
ing trip will save money by calling on
any agent of the Chicago Great Western
Ry. and obtaining detail information
regarding the homeseekers rates, or adj
dressing F. H. Lord, G. P. & I. A. l13
Adams ST., Chicago. 34-9t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
A pleasure and a Duty.

! consider it not only pleasure but a
duty | owe to my neighbors to tell
about the wonderful cure affected in my
case by the timely use of Chamberlain's
Collie. Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. l
was taken very badly with fux and
procured a bottle of this remedy. A
few doses of it affected permanent
cure. / take pleasure in recommending
i to others suffering from that dreadful
disease. w. Lynch, Dorr, w. Va.
This remedy is sold by WA. Alexander
druggist.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Free Complexlon eeautl,l.r.

Free Complexion Beautltler.
We want every lady reader of THE
REPORTER to try Dwight's Complexion
Beautifier, the most elegant preparation
for the toilet table. 1t is pure and
harmless, and once used you will
always want it. Price SOC. To induce
trial of it we will for SHORT TIME
ONLY SEND FREE full size, Fifty Cent
box of it to every lady who will send
us her postoffice address and 1Oc. to
pay for packing and postage. Only
one FREE box to each address. Cut
out this notice and send it with youl
order at ONCE, to d. w. CUSTER & Go.
Huntington, W. Va. 22.lyr
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Bfsmarck's Iron Nerve.

was the result of his splendid health.
Ind omitable will tremendous en-
erey are not found where stomach,
liver, kidneys and bowels are out of or
der. II you want these qualities and
the success they bring, use Dr. Kings
New Life Pills. They develops every
power of brain and body. Only 25cts at
+. Van Werden's drug store.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
"A Penny saved is a Penny Earned.

Economy is the lesson taught by this
saying. 1t is true economy to take
Hoods Sarsaparilla at this season be-.
cause 1T purifes, enriches and vitializes
the blood and thus prevents sickness
and puts the whole system in state of
health for the coming season. Every
bottle of Hoods Sarsaparilla contains
100 retrospective proof that it is
economy to take only Hoods.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Consumption IS germ disease. The
germs are everywhere, but they cannot
get hold Of you unless you get your
lungs ready for them by neglecting a
cold or failing to properly cure cough.
The important merit of Morley's Honey
Pectoral is, that while it cures quickly it
cures thoroughly.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Chronic Sore Leo.

Mr.. ]. Richardson had running sore
on his leg for 90 years. Tried doctors
and medicines without end or any per-
manent good. Mr.. L. B. Nunnally,
druggist, Hartford, Ia, recommended
Morley's Sarsaparilla and Iron to cure
the cause of the sore ond make it heal
from the inside. A few bottles cured
my leg sound and we'll, and put me in
better health than have been for 20
va org
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Woodland.

MIR. and Mrs. McGrath spent Sunday
with friends ct Leroy.
J. l.. Still departed Saturday for
Chicago. -
Mrs. Gleason and SON Luther are Wis
iting friends and relatives at kellerton.
MIR. J. II. Cooper is out of town on
special business this week.
Dick Lathrop was visltings friends in
Leon this week.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
An Epidemic Of Mhooplng COUGH

Last winter during an epidemic OF
whooping cough my children CONTRACTED
the disease, having severe coughing
spells. We had used Chamberlain
Cough Remedy very successfully for
Group and naturally turned to it at that
Tune and found it relieved the cough
ana affected complete cure.-John i.
ClHord,, Proprietor Norwood House,
Norwood, n. Y. This remedy is for sale
by w. A. Alexander, druggist.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

You can get the best warm meal or
lunch in the city at Patch's restaurant.
He carries full line Of tropical fruits,
fresh oysters, confectionery and choice
cigars. Patch knows how to treat you
riuht 0Q.1Ot
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Ask your Grocer to show you q package Of
GRAIN-O. the new food drink takes the place
OF coffee. The children may drink 1t without
injury as well as the adult. All.who try it,like
IT.. GRA1N-Q has that rich seal brown OF
Mocha or Java, but IT is made from pure grail ms
ana the most delicate stomach receiveit w it'll.
out injury. a the price of coffee. lie. and
25c. per pacltege. Sold By allgrocers. -
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Mather-the 80 years dentist Of over
80 years experience is at Leon on the
morning Of the 9th and will renal n
until the last of every month.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Farmers Remember.

That you have an opportunity to pat
ronlze the largest and best breeding
Mammoth Jack in the county. In Leon
the entire season. For terms enquire at
Stout & MATTHEWS, Barn.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

The new stampFbooks were received at
the Leon postoffice last week. These
convenient stamp carriers will be sold at
the cost price. The size containing l2
2-cent stamps retails for 25 cents, the "a
stamp size at 49 cents, and the 4S stamp
size at 81 cents, thus making the book
cost but cent in each case. The book
has stiff back and, oilipaper leaves,
and nicely fits the vest pocket. The
man who carries one will notbe troubled
in hot weather. by his postage stamps
sticking together, and thus becoming
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

If sweet young widows want to
"ketch' some sweetheart in the sunny
tangels Of their golden curls, they'd bet
ter take Rocky Mountain Tea. Great
medicine. 35 cents.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

All goods are alike to Putnam's Fade
less Dyes, as they color all tibers at one
boiling. SOU by w. A. Alexander and
l.. N~n Werden.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Red prince 1924.

The shot favorite'' among horse rails.
ers. We challenge any horse in south.
ern Iowa to show better lot of colts.
For terms or other information see
FRANK MATTHEWS. Leon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Coroner and Sweet Bread, the two
thoroughbred stations, will make the
season of 1900 at the farm of T. L. Beck
5 miles west of Decatur and 6 miles
southeast of Grand River. To insure
mare with foal $40. 80 At
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Try sraln.oI Try Grain. Oi

For RENT six room house near so uare.
Apply to Kate James, So ct
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Over ten thousand lives have been lost IN
the African War. Ten times as many die
every year as a result OF impure blood, which
could be saved by using Beggs' Blood Purifier.
Alderman, Moberly, Mo. McGrath & Still.
Woodland.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Nor1cE-pRooF OF WILL.

WI 1O1---l NUT OF WILD.
State OF Iowa, Decatur county, sd.
District court in vacation
To all whom il may concern:
Notice is hereby given that an instrume L I
IN writing purporting to be the last will and
testament OF Norris Lorey deceased, was
Undersigned and that have fixed Monday,
9Th day of August, 1900, as the day for hear.
Ing proof in relation thereto,
Witness my official signature with the seal
OF said Court hereto affixed, this both day OF
36t3 I q Srocnr m T,,erb
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

FoR RENT-4O acres of blue grass pas
ture. Call on or address +. j. Springer,
Decatur City, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Money to Loan on improved farms at
s, Z and per cent. interest for 5, 6 to 10
yearstime. F. YARGA & SON. -
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Seasoned native lumber, dimension
stuff and bridge plank, material for
house and barn frames always on hand.
+. d. CLOSE,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
For Sale.

good single buggy, set single har-
ness, first class banjo, | gramophone
with % records. Enquire OF
T. +. HoRNER.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

| have twenty head Of good brood
sows for sale. |. N. McDoNoUGH.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

& For brood sows Kayeh Food has no
equal. The pigs will be strong and have
plenty of milk. It cures secures in pigs
and lambs. 1t removes worms from
hogs, cures colds and fevers; prevents
pneumonia and disease, and makes
them do we'll. Try dollar box; no cure,
no pay and money refunded. For sale
by w. l.. Barry, Harness Shop, Leon,
Iowa.
Seasoned native lumber, posts and
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
nr. d. r. Dudley,
Dentist.

ONCE over Myers 8 Co.'s drug store, r
Iowa. Will be in Leon the entire week
/, except Wednesday, when will
be at my Office at Decatur City
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03
Excursion Rates From X, & w.
On Both Lines.

Cincinnati, Ohio, July IL to l5, 1900.
Annual convention Baptist Young PEG.
pie of America, one fare plus $500 for
round trip dates of sale July 10 to -.
inclusive, tickets good to return up to
and including July IL. Except by de-
posting tickets on or before, july ID.
and payment of so cents return limit
will be extended until August 10. ali
tickets limited to continuous passage.
Decatur, ILL, May IL to IL. Annual
convention Woman's Board Of Missions
OF the Cumberland Presbyterian church.
fare one and one-third on certificate
plan for the round trip tickets on sale
May to Is, inclusiye limited to return
May 81. :
Davenport, Iowa, June 10 to IA. An.
nual Encampmant Iowa Department. Of
u. A. K. one fare for round trip tickets
on sale June II to IA, limited for return
to and including June Is. :
HoMEsEEKERs ExcURs1 oNs.
Tickets on sale the LIST and 3rd Tues-
day of each month May to December
1900 one fare plus $2.OG for the round
trip to the usual homeseeker,s territory.
For any further information regard.
ing above dates and conditions cali on
or address A. S. THAR
Agent.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-03

Smoke "Andy.Jacks" you can get
them only at Patch's. 2l-15t