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Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
HARMsWoRTH CAUSES ALARM
Showing the English Their Weakness
In Trade Competition.

LONDON. Aug. 21.-Mr. Alfred
Harmsworth is now at liberty to de-
vote the Daily Mail almost exclusive
ly to alarmiSt tales about the Amer
lean industrial invasion and capital
ist combinations. He Is now max
ng Senator Clark's gigantic copper
trust prominent. and asserting that it
is financed by the Rothschilds, and he
is not allowing Mr.. j. Pierponu Nor
gan leisure for a quiet game of
bridge, since the New York capital
ist Is represented not only as conduct
ing n destructive campaign against
American steel workers in trades un-
ions, but also as organizing a ire
menduous shipping monopoly and es-
tablishing mammoth coal export
trade. The Daily Mail is sounding
loud warning against the decadence
of British commerce and enterprise
There are exaggerated accounts Of
embarrassments caused American
travellers by their inability to secure
return passage to New York during
the next thirty days. The same diff
ficuty is met with every year by
travellers neglecting to book rooms n
long time in advance. The steam
ship accommodations are much larg
er this year than ever before, but are
inadequate for the requirements of
the most crowded period of westward
travel.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
TIED IN A
HARD KNOT
The One Invented by Hymen
Has Not The Proper
Staying Qualities
American Bar Association Will
Make Divorce More
Difficult

DENVER, Aug. 21.-The American
Bar Association convened this morn
ing with very large attendance. In
his opening address President Wet
more said that the laws relating to
marriage and the relations of hus-
band and wife, as well as the subject
of the trusts, should be carefully dis
cussed
Since yesterday committee hav-
ing before 1t the question of uniform
state laws has been paying especial
attention to the subject of divorce.
The leading clergymen of this city
have been vigorously presenting their
plan to make divorce possible only
upon two grounds. thereby acknowl-
edging the rules of the Bible. The
conference listened to the min
listers, but decided the plan they pro-
posed was not feasible.
THE morality of the family gov
erns the morality of the state, and the
conference should frame it's divorce
laws in accordance with the teach
ings of Christ" said the cIergymen.
TO this Lyman ID. Brewster, president
of the conference. replied: If we
accepted the Bible we should allow
polygamy, although the ministers in
sist that divorce is not permissible
except for two offenses, as laid down
in the new testament. Yet there are
causes where a drunken husband, de
bauched and worthless. hampers his
wife until existence is torment
To deny that woman freedom is q
crime. We cannot take the clergy
mems view of the matter. although we
will introduce many distinctive fea
lures"
The conference has agreed that no
persons shall be granted Il divorce
In one state for a cause which arose
in another state. unless the same was
recognized as cause for divorce in the
latter.
The conference expects to be able
to present its uniform bill to the, bar
| association at its meeting tonight OF
tomorrow.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
LOSING HER FORESTS.
William E. Curtis Tells How Norway
Is Being Shorn of Her Timber
Wealth.

pRAMMEN. Norway, July S.-(Wil.
liam Il. Curtis in Chicago Record-Her.
add The forest wealth in Norway is
being rapidly diminished by the say
age assaults of lumbermen and pulp
manufacturers. An expert commits
sion appointed by the government not
long ago made an alarming report
showing that three trees were cut
down annually for every one tina,
grew by nature or was planted by hu
man hands and in this country 1t
takes a hundred years for pine tree
to grow big enough to furnish a log
% feet long and 10 inches in diameter.
which is the minimum available for
saw mills. AT one time Norway was
covered with timber, but the devas.
tation of the forests has been going
on without interference since the
Fourteenth century. Formerly there
was an abundance of oak in the ex-
treme southern portion of the king
dom. Now there is none. All ol
he old buildings in southern Nor
way erected before the eighteenth cen
tury are of oak from the foundation
10 the ridgepole, and an abundance oi
rich old oak furniture Is to be found
among the wealthy families. Some
times rare pieces are to be seen In
the kitchens of peasants, who cling tc
them, with a full knowledge OF theii
value and cannot be persuaded to
Weld to the temptation OF the curio
dealers. The few oak trees that re
main are merely ornaments. That
class OF timber has practically dis
appeared from the trade with all 9th
er hard woods. and the pine and
spruce are going rapidly.
1t was shown by the last census
that the standing timber in the king
dom had been reduced to 2S.179
square miles or q per cent of the en-
tire area, whereas In 1855, 90 per cent
OF the country was covered with for
ests. The lumbermen are doing an
immense amount OF damage. but the
pulp manufacturers are doing more
because they destroy the small trees
only There now In Norway 1888 saw
mills. employing 1920 people. and 1856
pulp mills. employing 7.700 people.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Gold eoldl ooldl

The latest El Dorado is reported to
be on Nome City Beach, Alaska.
Thousands of people are fastening
there. many OF whom will return brok-
en- In health. or what avail Is gold
when health is gone? Guard your
health with the best of all medicines
.Hostetter's Stomach Bitters. and
you will always have true wealth.
The bitters are for people who have
abused their stomachs, or ARE natur-
ally weak. 1t will regulate the bow
els. stir up the liver invigorate the
kidneys. and absolutely cure indiges-
ton, malaria. ohills and fever. 1t Is
a natural tonic, absolutely free from
dangerous narcotics. II should be
taken to protect the system from at
tacks OF malaria. fever and ague.
It's a good medicine to keep on hand.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
COAL COMBINE CHECKED.
Indian Territory Operators Desire to
Wait for Developments.

AUSTIN. Texas, Aug. 21.-It was
principal coal operators of Indian Ter
fitory had declined to join the move
ment looking to the formation of a
combine of coal and Ignite interests
to fight the fuel oil producers. These
mine operators believe that their in
trests are not yet sufficiently threat
nd by the new competition to war
rant such measures. They are will
ing to Join in fight against the oil
men when the promised competition
of the new fuel becomes reality.
Owing to this unexpected objection
to the proposed combine the meeting
of coal operators may be deferred for
sveral weeks.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
cRIsPrs ESTATE ENTANGLED.
Government to be Asked to Grant a
Pension to the Widow.

ROME, Aug 21.-Although it has
been stated that Senior Crispi's for
tune amounted to 100000 lire, it is
said that his debts which will hive to
be liquidated by the executors will
entirely swallow this amount. The
Italian government, therefore. will no
doubt ask the chamber of deputies
to vote pension to the widow
This as well as the proposal for
national monument to the dead states
man and patriot will be fiercely op-
posed in parliament by the extreme
left.
Nine. Montmesson, Crispi's laun-
dry woman wife, from whom he was
divorced, has already commenced le-
gal proceedings for obtaining the wild
ow's share of the dead mans estate.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
TOO DEEP FOR HIM.
Remarkable Legal Complications of a
Young Lawyers FIRST Case
Floored Him,
(Denver Post).

I'm never forget my first client, ="
said Benjamin b. Russell, attorney at
law OF Silverton, Colorado. at the
should say my first prospective eli
ent, for really our negotiations were
SO Dlief that | never did know wheth-
er | was in the case or not
Il hadn't had my shingie out over
half an hour-honestly-t right.
The man who hung ii Tor me smudged
his hands-the paint wasn't dry on
the sign, | say. When it hung there
not more than half an hour red
faced old woman popped in on me as
If she had been shot from gun and
said: 'Yere u Iaher, eh?' | nodded
that | was.
Well, now says she. just suppos-
in this case; That woman--she's
the huzzy lives next door to me-gits
hot at me because me pig gifts owe,
the cross fince and roots up a few
lady should hear--now, what's the
lah f'r that?'
"She had me right i didn't know
where to find any law for that. and !
tol her so.
She scowled. and then said:
Well, now, and suppose that Oi,
not bein more than human an feelin'
keen the insooltin' remark swipes her
wan fr luck, an she hits me in re-
turn foul blow, landin' me agin tn
stoop in such manner as nigh about
broke me back-now, what's tn lah
f'r that
Again she had me stumped.
hadn't found anything in the booksto
fit the case, and | said so.
4 thought ye said ye was a lah-
YER she snapped.
"'I am said |.
"'Yere not said she. 'yere a loier.'
And out she went, and went to
the mirror and looked at myself to
see how | felt"
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
ENGLAND'S
''FOORCE"
Captain Arthur Lee, Former
Military Attache, at
Washington, DC.
Says, Says He, Wars Over in
South Afrike, Soldiers Are
P'lice, Don't y See

NEW YORK, Aug. 21.-Former mil
itary attache Captain Arthur H. Lee,
who snubbed Bourke Cochran in Lon
don few weeks ago, arrived in New
York yesterday. Lee said this morn
ing: 81 did not decline to meet Mr..
Cochran, as has been reported. but
| could not refrain from reminding
him that l had heard him deliver a
very eloquent address in Washing
ton at thepro -Boer meeting, that was
all.
Lee says that so far as military op-
erations in South Africa are concern
ed the war has been long ended and
that the soldiers are now simply doing
police duty.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
FOREIGNERS IN DANGER.
Private Advices from Pekin Give Rise
to Uneasiness.

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 21.-That
the withdrawal of European troops
from Pellin is regarded as putting the
lives of foreigners in jeaopardy is
clearly shown by private cable mes
sages received here today from Pc
kin by the wife of the charge daft
fairs for Italy at Pekin. She had her
passage engaged on "A China steam
er which sailed today but just before
sailing time she received this message
from her husband:
Things becoming very unsettled
Delay coming indefinitely
She at once revoked the passage
and will await further instructions.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
THE DEMOCRATS IN IOWA.
The Democratic Party Must Not Be
Negative Party"

DES MONIES, Iowa, Aug. 21.-As
Temporary Chairman Sharon called
he Democratic convention to order
he said The Democratic party
must not he negative party. party
of mere opposition. II cannot be a
party of calamity which draws vi
tality and success from industry OF
financial imitation" He then went on
to declare that Imperialism and the
trusts are the two great dominant
evils of our nation
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Tunnel Accident Aftermath.

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug 2l.-As a
result of the explosion of gas in the
tunnel leading from the water works
where the fatal accident of last We'd
nesday occurred, five men were drown
ed last night
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Tn Proclamation Issued.

WASHINGTON. Aug. 21.-The pres
Alenui's proclamation inviting all the
nations of the earth to participate in
the louisiana Purchase exposition at
st. Louis was issued today. The
proclamation says the exposition Will
be open from the first of May until
the first of December, 1903.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
A Kansas Woman,s Luck.

NEW YORK, August 21.-By the
death OF DR.. Henry Dolan of this city
Mary l.. De Forest of Irving, Kansas.
falls heir to $4,000 900. she being the
daughter of DIR. Dolan's only brother
and his only living relative. She has
a large family of boys and is in mod
crate financial circumstances.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
DEATH ON
HUMMER"
Fast Train on the Alton Col
lides With a Freight
Usual Result
Five Passengers Killed and
Seven Seriously
Injured

JACKSONVILLE, ILL.,. Aug. 2I-
The fast Chicago 4 Alton pass
Tenger train. the Hummer" from Chi
cago. collided with a freight train at
point near here this morning. kill
ing and seriously injurng Z per-
sons. Both engineer and fireman of
q the passenger train Were killed but
none of the freight crew were ser-
ously hurt. Physicians have gone
to the scene of the wreck.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Winters Gets Fifteen Years.

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 2i.-Win-
ters, the man who stole the bullion
from the Selby smelter and afterwards
confessed, was this morning sentenc-
ed to Is years in the penitentiary.
Winters was promised his freedom and
$4,000 by detectives If he would con
fess the robbery He did SO with
the above result.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Circulating a Petition.

BRUSSELLS. Aug. 2l.-A commit
tee of prominent proBoer men are
circulating IA petition in favor of the
intervention of the powers in the
powers to secure peace in South Al
rica. The petition will be presented
to the ear when he visits France.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Republicans Nominate.

HARRISBURG, Pa. Aug. 2l.-The
Republican convention today nomin-
nkel Judge Potter for judge OF the SUI
preme court and Frank Harris for
state treasurer. The platform points
with pridewith pride to the progress
made under the administrator of Nc
kHiey, and hopes that spirit of me-
diation may prevail in the settlement
of the steel strike.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Still Lynching Negroes.

Stevens negro. was lynched near
Echales for assaulting "A white wo-
man. Another negro suspected with
being mixed up in the affair has also
disappeared and he has probably been
lynched also.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Strained Relations Exist.

CONSTANTINOPLE. Aug. 2t.-
The relations between France and
Turkey are very much strained
The French ambassador has notified
the sultan that all diplomatic rela-
tions between his country and Turk
ey are broken off.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
A Monster Swordfish.

p BOSTON. Aug 21.-The largest
swordhsh in the history of the world
was captured by the Carrie S. Rob
erts recently and brought to this port
today. 1t tips the scales at half a
ton and is II feet long, and could
have easily rammed good sized ves-
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
President Gompers Reported
Trying to Signal the
Naughty Morgan
Will Endeavor to Board the
Latter at the Dock, for
Conference.

NEW YORK. Aug. 21.-It was rI-
mored in labor circles last night and
this morning that President Gompers
Of the Federation OF Labor was ex-
pected in New York today. 1t is sur
missed that he comes to confer with
j. p. Morgan to endeavor to bring
about peace between the steel trust
and the men.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Large Cuban Receipts.

WASHINGTON. Aug. 2l.-The Off
cial reports show that Cubas Gus
toms receipts from l6 ports amounted
to $l6,0oO,OOO during the fiscal year.
Havana collected $12.0O0.000
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Big Haul at Victor.

VICTOR, Colo, Aug. 2l,-Thieves
entered the office of the Vindicator
gold mine office this morning and
stole 100000 worthof gold ore in
sacks There is no clue to the rob
hers
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Virginia Republicans Nominate.

ROANOKE, Va. Aug. 2l.-The Re
publcans of Virginia today nomin-
ated Hampton Hoge, formerl a Demo
crat. for governor. and Lawrence
ner for attorney general. There are
five negro delegates in tn convention.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Will Be a Fight on the Floor.

DIES MONIES. Aug. H.-At the con
vention of the state Democracy today
eX,Mayor Redmond of Cedar Rapids
was chosen chairman. In commit
tee the endorsement of the silver
plank of the Kansas City platform was
defeated by vote of Ga to 40. The
fight on this issue will be carried to
the floor of the convention.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Strike Will Not Be Necessary.

FALL RIVER, Mass. Aug. PA
thorough canvass indicates that the
wages of the cotton mill operatives
have been advanced on an average of
IA per cent. and the threatened strike
will not take place.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Mrs. Beckham is Dying.

FRANKFORT, Ky. Aug. 2l.-The
wife of Governor Beckham is dying
this afternoon in this city. She was
a bride of but few months. a
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
A Tough on Trial for Murder.

KANSAS CITY, Aug. 2l.-Thomas
Redman the notorious tough who
murdered Tom Scruggs at Troost park
Il few months ago. was arraigned for
trial this morning. Redman was
member of gang of toughs who have
been operating in this vicinity for
months. He was captured shortly
after the murder.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
INTERESTED IN OIL.
Ex-Democratic Leader Finds Some.
thing Interesting.

EVANSTON. Wyo.. Aug. 2l.-Col
w. j. Bryan. who came here to fish.
became interested in oil. and, follow
Ing the footsteps of some of his for
mer colleagues in the fight against
the Standard Oil octopus. has purchas-
ed quite extensive tracts of land near
here in the oil belt
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Lipton's Fleet is Ready.

NEW YORK, Aug. 21.-Lipton's
fleet is all ready to start at mo-
ment's notice to meet Sir Thomas
as soon as the Teutonic. which carries
him is sighted.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22

NEW YORK. Aug. 21.-President
Schwab declines to discuss the report
chat he will resign as head of the big
steel trust. 1t is not believed here
that he will surrender his million
dollar job.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22

The delay in the arrival of the east
ern train last evening was caused by
seven box-cars off the track at Pow
der Horn, on the other side of Cum
bres. The cars were thrown over on
one side. except two. and these were
soon removed. leaving the track clar
for the passenger. There was no
special damage to the cars or track.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22

Charles Fleck returned last even
ing from fishing trip which
was evidently very successful
judging from the size and
quantity of the trout he brought back
with him. Mr.. F'leck is In a position
to tell rattling good story at pres
ent. Ask him and see.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Appointed Captain.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21.--A. Joseph
Wheeler, Jr., was today appointed to
be captain of artillery.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
Big Money on the Shamrock.

NEW YORK. Aug. 21.-Arthur Pier
son of London has sent s25 5000 to bet
on the Shamrock ii. at three 10 FIVE.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22

Frne Vanner concentrating table
was shipped to the Neglected mine
today. The property is paying one.
several thousand of dollars having
been taken out since work was start
ed last spring
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-08-22
ADDITIONAL LOCAL.

Brachvogel's have Just received
several hundred pounds of fine honey
from Harry Hipler's ranch on the La
Plata. 1t is of the best quality. as
nice as any seen on sale this season.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

Treasurer w. Ii. Young returned
last week from a short visit with his
brother, G. w. Young, who is operating
big sheep ranch near Cyrus, Neb.
MIR. Young will spend most of his time
now in the treasurer's office getting
familiar with the work so as to take
charge of the office the first Of january.
He has rented his farm and will move
his family to Leon as soon as he can
secure suitable house.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

Beautiful and serviceable Xmas pres
ents in great profusion this year at
Thompson & Warmers store. A great
big line of sample handkerchiefs at low
prices and excellent values are shown,
as we'll as rugs, linens, muftlers, sofa
pillows and hundreds of other nice
things. Their store is headquarters for
holiday goods.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19
To Whom 1t May Concern.

Rhinelander, Wis, Nov. s, 1901.
Slayton's New York Stock Company
played my house Friday night, Nov. Sth,
to a large business.
The Company gave splendid satisfac
ton here, the work OF John Arthur in
the drama can Enemy To The Queen .
being especially commendabe. Mr..
Arthur was ably assisted by thorough
ly competent company.
The Manager, Mr.. j. P. Wheadon,
deserves the thanks of theatre. goers for
perfecting so capable an organization.
Very truly,
E. e. SToLTZMAN,
Mgr. Opera House.
Van Werden's opera house Dec. IS.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19
A pickanny.

Webster City. Iowa, Dec. 10, 1901.
Mr.. john LEDGERwooD
Dear Mass:-On Dec. ~, at 8 O'Clock,
p, M, there arrived pretty pickanny
at our cabin. You may tell it if you
wish, but we are compelled to keep it
dark. | am no longer Uncle Tom, but
Pa Syl.
The above from S. B. johnson ex-
plains itself and we are of the opinion
1t will keep dark.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

Manager Van Werden has decided to
try the experiment of .enssging the
Leon orchest,a To- <arnish music for the
FRACTIONS at the opera house, and the
orchestra furnished some splendid music
last night. The orchestra will be a per-
manent feature if the attendance Will
justify the expense. 1t is feature
which will be greatly appreciated by
our theatre goers.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

The Decatur County Farmers Insti-
tute meets at the court house in Leon
to-day, the session occupying to-day
and tomorrow. A very interesting and
instructive program has been prepared
and we hope the attendance will be
large. 1t will be interesting to both
town and country people and Leon cit
liens should turn out in large numbers.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19
Gates & Keller have arranged for sew

Gates & Keller have arranged for sew
eral land seekers excursions to southern
Kansas, the first of which will leave
Leon January, Z, 1902. Their territory
covers one of the finest wheat and graz
ing countries in the world, While the
climates delightful. The chance of a
lifetime may be.lost if you fail to take
advantage of this excursion. See Ga ties
& Keller at once and get ready to go.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19
To The Citizens.

There will be public Library meeting
held ct the court house, Monday. Janu-
airy 6, 1902, for the purpose of electing
seven officers for the ensuing year.
CHARLOTTE VoGT, Sec'y.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

Gates & Keller have sold the so acre
farm in Center township known as the
Fetch Keller farm owned by j. 7.
Harris to U. G. John, the consideration
being $500.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

JohnsScheutz, former Weldon boy,
passed through Leon Monday going to
Weldon to spend the holidays with rel
atives. He bought Lou Rogers, the
running mare owned by Billy Brown,
of High Point. took her west and has
been very successful, winning $1,000 with
the mare the past sc ason and then sold
her. The present owner Of the mare
offers to back her for any amount in q
half mile race. She ran half at
Hutchinson, kas., last September in As
seconds, and is one of the best running
horses in the world.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

Beautiful handkerchiefs,, mufflers,
rugs and novelties just the things fo,
Xmas presents are shown in great pro
fusion at Thompson & Warmers store.
Their stock is very extensive this year.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

If you want a farm sold or want a
farm loan at lowest rate of interest and
best terms go to E. j. sankey, south
east corner Main and Commercial SITS.
Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

Mr.. Robert Trembly, of Storm Lake,
and Miss Lillian Leith, of Fl. Dodge,
were married at Fl. Dodge on Wednes-
day of last week, and will make their
home stStorm Lake. The groom has
many friends in this city who extend
hearty congratulations.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-12-19

If you are alta loss as to what to buy
for Xmas presents go to Thompson &
Warmers store and see their line of holi-
day goods, such as handkerchief,
muffiers, rugs, gloves and fancy goods
and you can find just what you want at
reasonable prices. Don't wait until the
lines are broken but come now.