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The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16
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The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16
FRENCH IN AFRICA.
BLOOD OF THE OAUL RUNS IN
THE NATIVES.
why So Many French Names Are to
he Found Among the Natives - The
Beers Inherit Their Superiority from
the Sons of France. y

We are accustomed to look upon the
Beers as being entirely of Dutch ex-
traction, but in reality there is a leaven
of French blood among them, and, in
deed, there are French names among
them still, such as Joubert, De VII
Tiers, Duplessis, Dutoit, Roux and many
others, says the New York Herald.
Probably there are few Afrikanders
without mixture of French blood in
their veins. How did this French blood
mix with that of Holland? Through a
colony of French Huguenots who set
tied in South Africa long ago. The
actual colonization of South Africa did
not begin until 1852, when a small
colony settled on Table bay and at
Cape Town. This colony was founded
by an officer of the Dutch East India
company. The population of the young
colony increased but slowly, and was
probably not more than 400 in 1855, the
year in which Louis XIV. issued a de-
cree revoking the edict of Nantes, un-
der which the Huguenots had enjoyed
freedom and liberation. A cruel and
vigorous persecution followed, and
many of the Huguenots escaped to Hol-
land. A proposal was made to send
some of these to South Africa, but the
Dutch East India company feared 1t
might be dangerous to their interests
to harbor large number of French
subjects in their South African colony,
so only select few of the Huguenots,
and such as were skilled in such
branches of agriculture and other in
dustries as the Dutch settlers were 1g-
norant of, were sent over, in all about
300 souls. Before leaving Holland the
heads of the Huguenot families were
required to take an oath of fidelity to
the Dutch East India company and to
promise to conform to all regulations
which might subsequently be made for
the South African settlement. These
Huguenots were undoubtedly the best
settlers the colony had received, and in
point of numbers they were nearly
equal to the original Dutch settlers.
They were superior to the latter in
industrial attachments and the. ameni-
ties of life and soon made their infiu-
ence felt in the colony. The rule of the
Dutch East India company was tyran-
nical and corrupt and the result was
that difficulties soon rose between the
governor and the French settlers, who
on several occasions made bold and
more or less successful stand for their
rights. Whenever in the subsequent
history of the colony principles had to
be asserted the descendants of the
Huguenots have been well to the front.
In the late '30s it was a man with
a French name, Peter Retief, who
raised his voice in protest against the
action of the British authorities in
connection with the emancipation Of
the South African slaves and the ma
tive question in general. This protest
was followed by the migration of about
5000 colonists into the desert and this
migration led to the founding of the
Transvaal and the Orange Free State.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16
Tho rran.vsal Csn.or.hIp.

All wires from the seat of war are
subjected to strict official censorship,
based mainly on two rules. One rule Is
that no intimation Of deaths In the
field shall be allowed to pass until such
deaths have been announced by the
authorities. The other strictly forbida
the cabling of any information re-
garding the movements of troops.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16
The Mystery of Dust at Sea.

1t is a puzzling fact that the decks OF
sailing vessels show dust at night, even
If washed in the morning, and no work
is done during the day. This is like
indigestion and dyspepsia, which
creeps on one unawares. The only
way to cure them is by the use OF Hos
letters Stomach Bitters. which also
prevents malaria, fever and ague.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16
nm AIl-Year Resort,

The Crescent Hotel, Eureka Springs ARK
onens March /. 1900 A most desirable, at
tractiye and convenient resort for health and
pleasure seekers Ideal climate, pure sparkling
water, best accommodations. Through Sleep
ers via Frisco Line. Write for particulars to
Manager Hotel or to any representative OF
Frisco Line.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16
sle,p with the Hair Loo.en.d.

Sleep with tho Hair Loosened.
Sleeping with the hair pinned up
tightly is not only bad for the circula'
ton, but it is said to prevent the hair
from growing.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Until man has passed through the
furnace he never knows how much
dross is in his composition
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Mrs. Winsiow's Soothing Syrup.
For children teething, softens the gums reduces In
nammation aays pain cures wind collie. Csc bottle.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

A searchlight isn't necessary to ena-
BILE man to find fault.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

A physician says that love is measles
of the heart.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

We will forfeit 81 900 IL any o, our pub.
lished testimonials are proven to be NOS
genuine. THE PIso Co., Warren, Ia.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

No woman ever yet refused to marry
a man unless he let her.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Attractive Booklet Sent Free.
Choice Recipes for making Cocoa and Chocolate.
Address Walter Baker Co. Ltd. Dorchester. Mass.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Many funeral sermons are ridiculous,
yet the friends of the deceased are
afraid to protest.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Writer'S cramp is more likely to be
ound in the stomach than in the wrist.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Marriage is like most other good
things-its mighty easy to get to much
of it.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Misery loves company, but the com
pany seldom returns the compliment
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Unless woman is pretty in her tears
she shonld do her crying in secret.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets removes
the cause that produces La Grippe L. w.
Groves signature is on each box. 25c.
The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-02-16

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The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Will Lindsay returned home Saturday
after most successful season on the
road with Fred Raymond's missouri
Girl.' The company closed at Niagara
Falls on Thursday night having played
continuously for 80 weeks to big business
appearing in all the larger cities of the
east and New England. Mr.. Lindsay
had complete management of the COM
pany arc much OF the success of the
i.Missouri Girl" is due to his manage
ment. He is now associated with Mr..
Raymond and next season they will
have two companies on the road. Mr..
Raymond will continue staring in the
missouri Girl" and Mr.. Lindsay will
accompany the new company which
will present Raymond's new play "Old
Arkansaw" but will continue as general
manager of both companies. They have
their bookings made already for all
next season. .'Old Arkansaw" will
open the season Sept. l6, at Chicago,
at the new KnickerbocKer theatre now
being built. They are booked for this
city Oct. Is. "Missouri Grip will open
in Chicago in Septem Der and appear in
the principal eastern cities.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17
To My Friends and the public
in General.

On MAY 3, last sold my interest in
the Exchange Bank in Leon, Iowa. to
Mr.. b. d. Dorm of Davis City. In do.
ing so | think you will see only addi-
tionaI strength given to the solid, pop
ular, little bank which stood The fierce
attacks from without and within, and
for fifteen years held the foremost posi-
ton of any bank in southern Iowa.
My friends, the Exchange Bank is
stronger to-day than ever. No change
whatever except in the presidency of
the bank. Mr.. Dorm is an able and
very careful business man, a strong
tinancler, and allow me to say will be
able to extend more favors perhaps
than ever to the public and friends of
the oldest bank in this county. | sim
cerely thank the public-my personal
friends especially-for their confidence
and patronage that they have continu-
ously given me or the Exchange Bank
of Leon. | know not what fields NAV
occupy, but the memory Of old and
tried friends in Leon and in Decatur
county or wherever they may be, will
never be forgotten or fade from my
memory-no, not one. 1dieu,
May >, 1900. : " I"ner,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Leon Chapter No. 80, r. A. NJ, have
been contemplating grand ceremonial
and banquet for several months. The
date has finally been fixed for Wednes-
day evening, May %, when the Davis
City team consisting of DR.. J. w.
Wales, Carter Scott and w. L. Severe
will have the Exaltation degree confer.
red upon them. The work in the lodge
room will be followed by an elaborate
banquet at which the wives of the mem
bers will also be present. 1t will be
served at the Presbyterian church by
the Ladies Aid Society, plates beinf
laid for 100. There will be number O
prominent Chapter Masons from var
ious cities in Iowa present on this occa
sion, among them being Judge X. II
Dewey, of Washington, and City Treas
urer Pettibone, of Burlington. Leo1
Chapter is in a most tiourishing condi
ton and has been working steadily
for the past year. Another team is now
on the road. The occasion promises tt
be most enjoyable one.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17
Will Leoh Celebrated

There is considerable talk about a
Fourth of July celebration at Leon this
year. Last year no celebration was
held, it being understood that Leon
would wait and have grand celebra-
ton this year. The time is drawing
near and if celebration is to be held
work should be commelced at once.
It is suggested that meeting be held
at the court house on FFiday evening
Of this week at 1880 o'cl1ck to decide
whether We will celebrated Let all in
terested attend the meeting,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

At the annual meeting of the Leor
Fire Department last Wednesday even
ing the following officers were elected
for the coming year:
Chief James w. Hurst.
Asst. Chief Wade w. Warner.
Foreman-S. E. Benefiel.
Capt. lst Relief-C. M. Axes.
Assistant-E. E. Bell.
Capt. End Relief-D. +. Morgan.
Assistant Sanford Reed.
Capt. Hose Cart Lee Pickering.
Assistant Robert Craig.
First Nozzleman Frank Pickering.
Second Nozxleman- Fred Layton.
Secretary-Dr. J. w. Rowell.
Treasurer. Van Werden,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

The Royal Arch Masons exalted a
class consisting of w. P. Clark, p. +.
Bradley and Andrew Mccartney Friday
evening. After the ceremonies were
finished in the lodge room the members
repaired to Carmean's restaurant where
a.banquet was served.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

j. q. Clark, foreman Wiley Sells and,
his workmen John Boyd, Ed schenck,
Martin Ray and John Merwin left Sat.
urday for Omaha, where they will be
engaged most of the summer rebuilding
Clark Bros. mill which is being removed
to that city. The first shipment of the
mill made twelve car loads and when
the, balance of the building and ma
chinery is shipped there will be about
eight more cars.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17
Ice Cream Social.

The first ice cream social of the sea
son will be given by the Epworth
League at Decatur City Park, Saturday
evening, May 10. Music by band and
Decatur City Orchestra. Everyone is
invited We will insure you an enjoy
able evening and you will be helping a
good cause.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

A gasoline stove became unruly at
the residence of @. M. Ketcham Tues
day afternoon about O'Clock and as
company promptly responded, but
were stopped when half way to the
house, as the stove had been extinguish.
ed without doing any damage.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

It is not often that the REPORTER
editor is forced to apologize, but we
threw up both hands last week when
confronted by q young lady who has
q grievance and with wrath in her bright
PORT PORTER referred t to her as little Miss
We escaped humiliation by
pleading that We did not know she was
past ten years of age and made a
solemn promise never to call her little
again.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

DIR. w. II. Slater had team of colts
hitched to top buggy anchored to a
tree In front of his residence Sunday
afternoon when they became frightened
and managed to break the tongue and
smash the buggy up considerable, but
their anchor held fast and they did not
get away.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

The city council met in special session
on Monday and Tuesday evening and
will meet again on Friday evening.
They are negotiating with w. w. Pow
ers to drill deep well at the electric
light plant and also with VIM. Biggs to
put down new hole on his lots, the
town agreeing to purchase the lot if
water in sufficient quantity is found.
The drlllers on Biggs' deep we'll were
forced to abandon work as the casing
pulled in two and the old casing can
not be taken out. This allows the sand
and dirt to ill up the hole so that the
water cannot be utilized and it will be
necessary to drill new hole if a well
is secured,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Mrs. Ella Hogue arrived Yesterday
from Eldora bringing the remains of
her youngest son Willie, who died at
the stste industrial school Monday his
death being from heart trouble. He
was very bright boy and during the
five years he has been at the school had
developed into musicion of marked
ability, being the principal artist of the
band at the institution. His older
brother Ralph is also in the band, and
came to Leon to attend the funeral.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

The committee in charge of the D. o.
K. X. ceremonial in this city last week
desire to return their thanks to the
young ladies who so kindly volunteered
their services as walters for the banquet.
Arrangements had been made to thank
them at the banquet, during knight G.
B. Fraze's toast, but circumstances
prevented it, and the committee takes
this opportunity to thank the young
ladies.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Master Raymond Hurst was eleven
years old last Thursday and celebrated
the event by giving a birthday party
to large number of his little friends.
A large tent was erected on the lawn in
which dainty refreshments were served
and the young folks spent very pleas
ant afternoon with their youthful host.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

George Carmean returned Tuesday
from Des Moines, where he has been at.
tending the pharmacy department of
Highland Park College, from which he
graduated with high honors, and is now
registered pharmacist under the laws
of Iowa. He has returned to his former
position in Honnold's drug store and
will give his special attention to the
prescription department.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

You can get the best warm meal or
lunch in the CITY at Patch's restaurant.
He carries fullline of tropical fruits,
fresh oysters, confectionery and choice
cigars. Patch knows how to treat you
right. 29-1Ot
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

The case against Ben Nenn, the
township farmer who was
on the charge of assaulting his
wife with intent to do great bodily in
jury, was disposed of in Justice Beck's
court last Thursday. By agreement of
the parties Venn was allowed to plead
guilty to assault and battery and he
was fined $40 and costs, total of $l8. 20
which he paio and was discharged.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Several months ago Bluford Wilson,
Of this city was arrested and taken to
Des Moines by deputy q. s. marshal
charged with selling liquor without q
license. It was claimed at
the time that it was spite work on the
part of some one and he entered plea
of not guilty. The case was dismissed
in the U. s. court at Des Moines last
week and his bond exonerated.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Prof. s. l.. Darrah, who has been
of the Leon schools for num-
Der Of years will retire from school
work at the close of this term of school,
He IL having offices fitted up in the
Bieps' block and will engage in the
practice of law.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17
6S,67
Votes Have Been
The Reporters 90 n
ado Confess.

Interest has increased IN the Colorado
voting contest the past week, there be
ing DOL votes cast. The race between
Miss Metieriand Miss Moore is very
close one, these two candidates re-
ceiving zoos votes this week. Miss
Moore creeps up to within 224 votes O.
the leader. Only two weeks more re
main, the contest closing promptly a
& O'Clock on Thursday May 3lst. /
you intend to help any of the contes
tants better not wait until the last mil
ute. You may forget it or be unable
come TO TOWN.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

WANrED-Men with rig to sell our
Poultry Mixture. Straight salary, SIS
weekly and expenses. Address, with
stamp: Eureka Mfg. Co., East St. Louis,
Ill.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

l make a speciality of furnishing ice
cream fof les pieslc private
houses. I guarantee the best ice cream
in the city, and will deliyer it promptly
as ordered. give personal attention to
this department. E. r. Patch.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Iowa now has on her beautiful coat of
green and the landscape looks delight
full. There is no finer landscape on the
face of the globe than Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

A full line of all kinds of tropical
fruits, peaches, pears, plums, oranges,
cocoanuts, bananas and all fruits as
they come in season, will be carried
from now on at Patch's restaurant.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

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, 1900-05-17

All goods are alike to Putnam's Fade
less Dyes, as they color all tibers at one
boiling. Sold by w. A. Alexander and
L. Van Werden.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

The P. E. o. Society will give an
Oriental Musee at their hall on Tuesday
evening May %. Program next week.
Something new and novel.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

See Joe l.. Warner, the north side
-jewsief, for all kinds Of cleaning ana re.
pairing. All work guaranteed and
prices lowest in the city.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

The fire department erected a 81 foot
pole in front of the engine house yes
terday which will be Aused to drain the
hose after a fire. An alarm bell has
ibeen placed on top of the pole.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Mather-the 80 years dentist of over
80 years experience is at Leon on the
morning of the 9th and will remain
until the last of every month.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

We are under obligations to G. l..
Dobson, secretary of state, for copy
Of the official register for 1900. In add.
ton to the usual amount of statistics
published each year it this year con-
tains the early history of Iowa, the
constitution of the state, and a COM
plete roster of the territorial and state
officers, making book of 492 pages.
AS book of reference its value can not
be estimated.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Buck" Pugh, the good natured por-
q bus driver, engaged in little scrap
yesterday morning in front of the hotel.
bingham applied dirty epithet to
Buck and was promptly knocked
down for it. "Buck" was not arrested
as he was thought justified in resenting
the insult.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

A coach load of @ bridge men passed
through Leon Monday going to Davis
City where they will put in a new steel
bridge over Grand River.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

See the special attraction at the P. E.
o. hall Tuesday, May %. Admission
10 cents, children under twelve years of
age 10 cents.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

A good story bears repeating. Use
Russ Bleaching Blue, don't be deceived
by fraudulent Limitations.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Any party wishing to purchase resi-.
dence property in the best location in
Leon enquire OF T. +. Horner.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Henry Pitman brings lis in quite a
curiosity in the way of an odd shaped
egg which one of his hens laid. 1t is a
regular long necked gourd shape, and
quite different from anything we have
ever seen in the egg line. 1t can be
seen at THE REPORTER office.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

For SALE-Early Amber cane seed.
$l.0O per bushel, delivered in Leon or
at home. J. L.McCuTcHEN. 35-4t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

The. new sidewalk which G. w. Hof-
man recently built to his country resi-
dence is proving quite popular with
the young folks as it affords long
quiet walk, free from interruption. 1t
has been christened "Lover's Walk
and from two to q dozen spooney
couples can be found scattered along
it every evening.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Harry Halnm received by express
las. week trio. of the finest game
chickens ever brought to this county.
They were purchased in Georgia.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Mrs. Hoyle Gilreath pleasantly en-
tertained about thirty-fve lady friends
at an evening party Tuesday evening,
and the guests spent very pleasant
evening with their hostess.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

limitations is sincerest fattery. don't
be persuaded TO take any Of the i'm.
ltations of Russ Bleaching Blue.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Five years of wear is guaranteed if
you use Hammar Paint. If 1t cracks,
peels, blisters or chips off in that time,
your money is refunded i'll cash. 1t is
also most economical.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

D. o. Parrish, of Garden Grove, has
been granted an increase of pension
from $50 to $50 per month.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

All members of Chapter w, P. E. o.
Society arc requested to be present at q
called meeting Monday, May 81.
CHARLOTTE VoGT,
Secretary pro tenn.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

When you want q bright, lasting shine
put on your shoes in an artistic manner,
call on Buck Peugh, at the Hotel Leon.
He gives the best shine black or tan in
leon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Rev. Joseph Stephen immersed foiir
converts, three ladies and one gentle.
man at G. M. Axes pond east of town
last Thursday afternoon;
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1900-05-17

Clerk Stock ton is of the opinion that
a boycott has been declared against his
office. He has not issued single mar
rage license since May 3.