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The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
THE CHURCHES.

At the Christian church next Lords
day the pastor will preach as follows:
Morning, Spiritual Conservation"
Evening, "Going away from Christ. }"
The Leon u. Y. =. U. of the Baptist
church will give temperance exercise
Sunday, March q, at 11:30 O'Clock. All
are cordially invited to attend.
ANNA TABLER, Chm'n Temp. Com.
Rev. w. IL. Ilsley will preach next
Sabbath morning on:--"The Conditions
of Fellowship In the evening the
subject will be:-"Four Steps to the
Kingdom All are cordially invited.
Rev. w. II. Ilsley will preach at Crown
chapel next Sunday afternoon. At that
time the annual collection for home
missions will be taken. Members Of the
church and congregation will please
bear this in mind and come prepared.
Services at the Baptist church next
Sunday morning, preaching by the
pastor. Subject, Judgment Must Be-
gin at Gods House." A temperance
service will he conducted at the evening
service by the $ S. young people.
The following services will be held in
tHe VI. Il. CiluTCt vi Suuudy Mniet -.
In the morning the pastor will preach
from the topic:--'The Wise and Foolish
Virgins or The Folly of Procrastination.'
In the evening the second monthly
temperance rally will be held when the
following miscellaneous exercises will be
rendered.
PROGRAM.
Opening hymn MAN the tife Boat 49,. Choir
Invoc alton. .......... ............ Pastor
i,eeiama sneese earl or Mothers influence
SOLO Don't Drink My Boy 49,. Lloyd Conrcy
Recitation The Two Glasses ........-..... :
=. W tllhH ScDench
Dset Where is Your Boy Tonight
........ ......... Mrs. Shumway, Mrs. Stephen
Reading Mrs. Nation and John Brown.
............................. ...... Mrs. Lou Roy
Solo selected -. Bessie Moore
Male quartet "Remcmber Me''.........-.......
,............ =. Tatman, Mum, Warner. Lonrey
Defamation My Sentiments on Temper
ance". ............... -. Beryi Ellinwcod
Solo selected So. ......... -. Edna Waight
Solo The holr CELESTIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.
..,....... Mrs q. b. Daugherty
Short speech shall We Surrender to the
Saloon:".... ,............. REV. Stephen
Duet Through the Gates of Cold.
........,..... -. =. Mrs. Radpich, Miss Merwin
Closing hymn HE is Able to Deliver. Choir
You are cordially invited to attend.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Woman is ever true, ever faithful, ev.
er forgiYing. She is the only being who
with a Hood Of forgiying tears. The
most condi4pg she is 18th the last to part
she is the3last to Danish trust. Let man
sink to the lowest depths of human deg
radiation; let him wallow in the sewer Of
infamy and dishonol; let him blot from
memory the faces that are near and dear
and smear and smirch his soul with all
that blears and blights, yet woman will
lift him up and whispers words of hope
and cheer.-Newton Herald.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

A meeting of the county clerks of
Iowa has been called for Des Moines,
July IL and IL. Clerk John H. Merck
ems. Of the district court of Jefferson
county, sent out the call. The purpose
of the meeting is to effect an organize
ton OF the clerks similar to those now
maintained by the sherifis, auditors,
.treasurers and other county officers.
Heretofore the clerks have not had an
ORGANIZATION. 1t is the intention to 60
after legislation looking to the Improve.
ulent Of the condition Of the clerk g
oiRces, for simplifying their duties,
p1apsing the manner Of keeping records,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
Carpets and
Rugs.

Much activity in the car
pet lines just now. We are
showing some twenty styles in
the rolls and in addition the
Richardson's samples of Brus-
sells, Nelvets and Administers
from which we order the higher
grades wanted. The rugs, cur
tains and shades are shown on
the second floor with the car
pets. You are invited TO call
and see the carpet and curtain
show whether you buy or not.
You are welcome to look and
price at your convenience.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
Notice of Election.

To the Qualified Electors of the Town of
Leon, Iowa:
Notice is hereby given that the an
nual election for the election of two
councilmen, whose term of Office will be
three years will be held at the usual
voting place in the town of Leon, Iowa
on the 25th day of March. 1901. Polls
will open at 5 o'clock a. m. and close ut
6 O'Clock p. III. of said day
Attested: MARION WooDARD,
HARRY j. VoGT, Mayor.
Town Clerk, pro tenn.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
Homeseekers' Excursion Tickets.

To nearly all points in the United
States on sale at all ticket offices of the
Chicago Great Western Ry., on the first
and third Tuesdays of each month,
January to June, 1901, at the very low
homeseekers' rate of one fare plus $500
fol the round trip. Tickets good for re-
turn within q days from date OF sale.
Persons contemplating trip will save
money by calliug on any Great Western
agent and obtaining detailed informa-
ton regarding the homeseeker's rates,
or addressing F. Fl. Lord, Gen. Pass.
Agt., Chicago, Ill. 22-2lt,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The glove contest which was billed for
Saturday night at Van Werden's opera
house, between James III. Alldredge, who
is visiting here, and Jack Steiner, of
Hot Springs, ARK, has been declared off.
1t was announced to be an S-round con-
test for points only. but a couple Of Leon
ministers thought they saw prize fight
in the affair, and opened up negotiations
with Gov. Shaw to stop it, the result he.
ing that the contest has been declared
off. ltisa disappointment to many who
never had an opportunity to see skilled
boxers meet.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
At HurSt'S!
iiil,liIIIlllilI lillIiitIlillili
Save on
Shoes.

It's our endeavor to pro-
vide first Of all reliable makes
Of footwear, selecting the styles
we think will please you best,
then we make the prices as low
as you are frequently asked for
inferior grades. We are always
glad to listen to any suggestion
looking to improvement in the
goods we sell.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
MARCH q and 81.

These are the dates for the grand
spring millinery opening at the store of
Thompson \ Warner, and they will
have ready for the ladies inspection the
finest line of artistic millinery ever
shown in Leon. Don't fail to attend
this opening.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

G. NJ. Axes has purchased the old
Brown Hotel property, at the corner Of
Main and Commercial streets, and has a
force Of men at work remodeling and re-.
pairing the building. He will convert it
into a first-class feed and sale stable,
making it headquarters for selling and
buying horses of all kinds. Charley is
making a great reputation az horse
buyer, and his new barn will give him
better facilities for doing business.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Supposed to be lost between The resi-
dence of J. J.. McCutchan and Leon, a
tan-cofored purse, containing near SIS
in currency and silver. Finder will be
rewarded by returning came to
F. L. JENKINS, Leon, la,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Drs. Layton and Bowman assisted by
Drs. Foxworthy, Duff and Landes, oper.
ated on young man named Beck, who
NC rks for Carl Eals near Weldon, in this
city last Friday for necrosis Of the shin
hone
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

For SALE-The frame building on
Main street now occupied by Derrick 8
restaurant, the building to be removed
from the premises. Must be sold quick
before it is torn down. O. Il. Hull.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The ladies of the "l3" club entertain.
ed their husbands at tea a. the residence
OF Mrs. III. II. Layton last Friday even
ing and very social and entertaining
evening was spent by all.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The millinery department at Thomp.
son &:Warner's will be bigger feature
than ever this spring. They went early
to market and secured the very choicest
selections of pattern hats and new style
millinery. Their grand spring opening
will be held on Friday and Saturday
March % and %. The new spring styles
in street. hats are now on display.
Make your selection before the stock is
broken
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The Bank Of Pleasanton has been re.
organized, and Suel F. Shaw, who has
been assistant cashier ever since the
bank was organized was promoted to the
responsible position Of cashier. Royal
Richardson WIS reelected president,
and j. HI. Smith elected vice president.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

1t will soon. be time to remove the ash
pile kopje. The winters accumulation
of rubbish must give way. Back yards
are to be cleaned and place made for
garden. The alley with its homogeneous
elements is to receive the attention of
the property owner, and if not from the
owner, the city. 1t will soon be spring.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The reserved seat sale for the Slayton
New York Stock Co., for Hamlet and
Merchant of Venice, April and 2, will
open at Van Werden's drug store on
Monday morning.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

GAINESVILLE suffered from a $4,000 fire
Monday morning, all the business houses
on the east side except G. E. Meals
being destroyed, including the fine
double store Of NJ. F. Oxford. The res
idence of w. E. Barton was also burned.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Those famous Douglas Shoes, in prices
ranging from 1925 to SIS 90, can be found
in complete assortment of styles at
Tie LEON SHOE STORE.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The beauty OF youl house aeped Ids ION
the style of the colors used. +. liam
mar Paint Company, st. Louis, VIII give
you an artistic color plan for your house
free Of cost.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

j. l.. McCutchan suffered the loss of a
valuable horse Tuesday evening. While
driving in at the old Frank Cook resi-
dence in north Leon Tuesday evening
one Of the horses of his team broke
through the crust of earth oyer cellar
drain and broke one of its legs, so that
the animal had to be shot to put it out
of its misery. The horse was valued at
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Those who use Maple City Self Wash
ing Soap will usually have no other
END, because it does better work and
does it easier.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Everybody has heard OF the famous
$500 shoe made by w. L. Douglass. We
have a complete line of all the Douglass
shoes, and invite your inspection of our
stock The LDoN SHOE STORE.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Miss Lulu Craigo, the popular opera
tor at the telephone exchange, was
severely shocked Monday evening when
a live electric light wire touched phone
wire. but was able fordutv the next day.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

We have a. nice fresh line of muslins,
ginghams, shifting, prints, etc. at the
lowest price In Leon. THE BEE HIVE.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

A big lot of winter underwear now
closing out at Hamilton & Gammil's.
See them before you buy.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

S. N. Dale who recently purchased the
Mullinnix hotel at Humeston, sold OH,
last week and has located at Charlton,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

If you wish to have beautiful clear
white clothes ask for Russ Bleaching
Blue. Refuse limitations.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

We spent a few hours in Abba Tues.
day morning and were surprised at the
midst Of boom and many new build
ings are contemplated. Last year the
public square was paved and this year
the streets to the depots will be paved.
We dropped in at the Abba Union office
and found them also on a boom. A fine
new brick office building has taken the
place of the one destroyed by fire year
ago, and they have just installed new
two revolution Babcock press, one of the
finest in the state. A Simplex type set
ting machine will also be added shortly.
And by the way, the Union is one OF
the best local papers in the state. We
are pleased to zee ALT Barnes prosper,
ing for he deserves success.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Two bars Of Maple City Soap will do
as as much washing as three of any rosin.
lllled soap and do it better and easier.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

For RENr-An eight room house in
northwest Leon. Inquire Of Mrs. J. a.
Caldwell. Will rent part or all.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

FoR RENr-l00 acre farm, near Leon.
Will sell 20 head Of milk cows, yearing
steers and heifers. Duroc male hop,
brood SOW aud good work team.
Il r HARPIS
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

All book accounts not settled by cash
or note by April /, will be sued for col
lection. They can be found with +. j..
Warner at C. W. HofIman's office.
i, u. HoNNoLD.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The lower grades al North School will
give public entertainment at the opera
house, March %. Proceeds to be used
for benefit of said grades.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Seasoned native lumber, dimension
stuff and bridge plank, material for
house and barn frames always on hand.
f. d. CLOSE
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Q; $. Martin, Of Mt. Ayr, was in Leon
Friday and Saturday inspecting the
Leon electric light plant. Mr.. Martin
and his brother are figuring on putting
in an electric light and water works
plant in Mt. ayr, if the proper fran.
the few county seat towns in Iowa that
does not have electric lights and there
is strong effort being made to secure a
plant for their town.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
FouND-A package of handkerchiefs.
Can be secured at The REPORTER office.

Mr.. and Mrs. +. q. Mullinnix's home
was gladdened by the arrival of charm
ing little daughter last Friday.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

If you are scrotulous, dpspeptic, rheu-
matte, troubled with kidney complaint
general debility, lacking strength, take
Hoods Sarsaparilla
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

If you want a farm sold or want a
farm loan at lowest rate of interest and
best terms go to f. j. Sankey, south
west corner Main and Commercial Sts.,
Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

FouND-A pair of Eyeglasses which
the owner can secure by calling at THE
KEPohTER office and paying for this no.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

l offer for sale my farm, and city resi-.
dence on south Main street.
J. G. STOCKTON.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Mr.. and Mrs. | n. McDonough, of
Eden township, are rejoicing over the
arrival Of a son st their home Thursday
night.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

This vicinity was visited Saturday
night by the worst sleet storm for many
years, the sleet being exceptionally
heavy and as it was accompanied by u
very high wind great deal OF damage
was done to trees, electric and telegraph
wires. There was no electric lights at all
Sunday night but since then the bust
ness part Of the town has been supplied
and the work on the residence lines is
being pushed. The telephone exchange
has been working all the time though
badly crippled, but Is now abon; all
Strengthened out.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Russ Bleaching Blue makes brown
muslin whitesin day. All grocers sci
the genuine Russ. Refuse limitations.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
For Sale.

One so aete farm and one 24O acre
farm, until Jan. 18th. Alter that date
these farm will he off the market and
for rent. HAMILTON Il GAMMILL.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
To Cure a Cold IN One Dav

Take Laxative Bromo- Quinine Tablets.
All druggists refund the money If it fails
to cure. 4. w. Groves signature IL on
each box. Csc.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Warren county is the first Of the
counties of Iowa to surrender the insane
kept in the county poor house to the
state for detention in the state hospital
rather than 10 comply with the new reg.
ulations made with regard to manage
ment of county and local insane hospit-
ais. The county had only three insane
at the county farm and it will be cheaper
to send them to the state hospital
than to make the necessary provision
for properly caring for the patients. 1t
is expected several other counties will
do the same rather than undertake to
put the county hospitals in order for
keeping insane persons.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

You get those attractive sale bills
which always. draw crowd at THE LEON
REPORTER office. The most of the sale
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

VIM. Twombley who has been in the
county Jail since being released from the
state penitentiary, being under indict-
lnent on the charge OF conspiracy. was
released from jail last Friday his father
and mother having signed his bond for
$500.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Just received car load OF White Loaf
hour ST 90 per sack. TIE BEE HIVE.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The bar docket for the March term of
court which will convene at Leon next
Monday has been printed. 1t contains
a total of 1872 cases, there being 81 pro.
bate, Ii criminal and IS law and equity
cases. There has been23 new law and
equity cases filed since the January term
of court.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
A Most Liberal Offer

All our farmer readers should take ad-
vantage of this unprecedented clubbing
offer We this year make, which includes
with THE REPORTER, The Iowa Home.
stead. its special Farmers Institute
Editions and the Poultry Farmer. These
three publications are the best of their
class and should he in every farm home.
To them We add, for local, county and
general news, our own paper, and make
the price of the four one year only 81 10,
Never before WAS so much superior read
ing matter offered for so small an
amount Of money. The three papers
named, which we club with our own, are
well known throughout the west and
commend themselves to the readers
favorable attention upon mere mention.
The Iowa Homestead is the great agri-
cultural and live stock paper of The west;
The Poultry Farmer is the most pracli-
cal poultry paper for the farmer, while
The Special Farmers Institute Editions
are the most practical publications for
the promotion of good farming ever pub
lished. Take advantage Of this great
offer, as it will hold good for short
time only. Samples of these papers NAV
be examined by calling at this Office.
O. L. Hull,
Publisher Leon REPORTER.
The Moler Barber College, Chicago,
ILL.,, wants young men to learn the
trade. They say they have calls for
their graduates from all parts of the
country and on account of their pro.
ficiency demand top wages. There is
comparatively no expense. A two
months term completes. They mail
free catalogue giving all particulars.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Clyde Lindsey received a box of Da.
kota curiosities last week from his
Young friend Bernhart Lettering, of
Sims, S. d., who at one time llyed
northeast of Leon. The box contained
three big white jack rabbits, which
would weigh close to Is pounds each
and a collection of arrow heads, ores of
several kinds, snake skins and rattle
snake rattles.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

II. Il. Chase, a boiler ex pert from Des
Moines spent a couple of days in this
city the first of the week, being called
here to inspect the boiler at the electric
light plant. While the boiler is getting
old he did not find it dangerous, but it
is too small for the work required. The
city council has contracted for new
boiler costing 500 and the old boiler
will also be kept for emergency use.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

$500 North of Style, Near and
Comfort for $500
in the celebrated Try Me Shoe. In
either patent leather or kid stock.
The BEE HIVE.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Uncle Bob Bowsher met with a pain
full accident Monday afternoon which
will give him a sore arm for some time.
He was working at Bowsher & Biddison's
store, assisting in storing away the mum.
erous car loads of new machinery they
have been receiving, when he slipped
and fell on disc, cutting long and
deep cash in his right arm, physician
being necessary to dress the injury.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

DIR. Artemus Brown yesterday morn
ing, was agreeably surprised on opening
his mail to find that Governor Shaw had
appointed him special commissioner
to represent the State OF Iowa at the
Pan-American Exposition at Buffalo.
The Buffalo Exposition it is claimed will
be greater than the Worlds Fair at Chi.
cago, and the appointment is quite an
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Aug. 20 to27 has been set as the dates
for the Allerton Chautauqua, and the
program is now being arranged.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Fon SALE-A good 600 acre stock and
grain farm in Chautauqua county, kas.,
we'll improved, timber and water. Price
Sl5 per acre. Will take clean town
property up to $4,000, in part Also
other bargains. Isaac MuIholland,
Land and immigration Agent, Malvern,
Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

The Daily Telegraph, London, Eng.
says: 'In Wilson Barrett's cast is John
Arthur, young aspirant for stellar hon
ors; he possesses voice of fine quality,
and hisintelligence combined with ear
nest work and experience, will bring
him honors in the art Of character in
depreciation"
John Arthur lis now starring in the
Slayton New York Stock 20. which ap-
pears at Van Werden's opera house on
April and 2, when they will present
Hamlet and Merchant of Venice. Re
served seats now on sale.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
License to We'd.

The following marriage licenses have
been issued by Clerk Keller since
our last issue.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Ed. IL. Sharp returned Tuesday even
ing from Washington, d. e., where he
has been for the past few months at
tending to his duties as messenger for
the Inter State and Foreign Commerce
Committee, of which Hon. w. r. Hep.
burn is chairman. He left Washington
a week ago Tuesday and took a 5000
mile trip through the south and west on
his way home, visiting no less than
fourteen states and took in all the
principal cities Of the south. He will
spend the summer here looking after
his farms and practicipg law.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Harry, the little two and half year
old son of Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Epperly
died at the home of his parents in soutl.
Leon last Thursday morning after a
short illness. Funeral services we're
held at the home Friday at II O'Clock,
conducted by Elder Shepherd. interment
being in the Leon cemetery.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14

Judge Towner has stirred uAthe men,
agerie at Bedford. The druggists there
have been very insolent IN their viola
ton of the liquor laws, and have sold
the stuff repeatedly, in spite of fines and
orders to desist. At the term now in
session there, the community was stirred
to clean out the drug store saloons, and
Judge Towner has fined druggist
named Battle ST. 900 and costs and sixty
days in jail, and another named Rem
ington $1,000 and costs. As soon as
the fines we're imposed the two druggists
were arrested on another Indictment for
keeping nuisance, and will be tried
again at the April term.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-03-14
Price $500.
w. c. sTEMpEL & co.

Bing your produce to The Bee Hive
where you can find everything you want
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