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The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
Wash
Dress Goods

Light weight airy fabrics for
summer frocks. New bright
styles in dimities, batistes,
silk ginghams and a host of
other fashion favorites. The va
riety is too big to des oribe here
Come at your convenience and
take a look, You'll find here
too complete lines Of laces, in
sertions, appliques and nets to
elaborate the new dress and if
needed Butterick patterns to
assist in the making. You are
always welcome to look and
price whether you buy or not
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
Skirts and
Suits!

We have seven tailor made
suits left aud offer them at IS
per cent off to close out. No
alteration will be made at these
reduced prices.
Dress skirts at sl.75, $500
up to $500. Half dozen spring
and summer jackets left. They
go this week and next at 20
per cent off regular prices.
Golf and rainy day skirts at
$2.75 to Sc. 90.
Handsome line of underskirts
in black, percalines and mercer.
lied sateens at $75c. ST 90,
l.25, 81. so up to $500. Of
the ruffled petticoats the sl.OO.
and l.5O grades are superb
values. Come when you can
and look them over. Be Glad
to have youcompare them.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

A serious accident happened at the
farm Of Bricea McDonough, who lives
abouti4 miles north of Leon in Center
township last Thursday. Ned Keller
and Charles Haunestein, were working
on scaffold fixing barn when it broke
letting, both men fall to the ground a
distance. of about Is feet. Mr.. Haunes-
TEN fell in such manner as 10 break
his right wrist and received other bruises
but not of a. serious nature. Mr.. Keller
received bad cut on the head an other
slight bruises but none 80 serious as Mr..
Hounestein's. DIR. McAllister was call
ed and dressed their wounds, and they
are getting along nicely.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
MATRI MONIAL.
EyANs-CARMEAN.

AT the home Of the BRIDES parents
Mr: and Mrs. j. j. Evans, on south
MAN street yesterday evening occurred
| the marriage of their daughter, Miss
jessie T. to Mr.. George w. Carmean.
AT exactly O'Clock to sweet music of
Mendelssohn's wedding march played
by Mrs. j. w. Rowell, the weddiup
party took their places under a large
bell of flowers, where Rev. w. H. Ilsley,
pastor of the Presbyterian church, pro-
nounced the words which united them
IN the holy bonds of matrimony, usin g
the beautiful ritual Of the Presbyterian
church.
The bride was assisted by Miss Helen
Young, and MIR. l.. S. Evans, brother of
the bride, acted as best man.
Inc bride wore beautiful dress of
silk mousseline, and carried Lilies of the
Valley.
Miss Jessie is one of Icons most
charming, beautiful and accomplish.
numbered by her acquaintance. She
mas been the past season as head sales
lady in Thompson & Warmers large
millinery store in this city, and by her
modest ways and jovial nature has be.
$500 :" AoNoiitc Will cVcTyUOuy.
The groom is the son of Mr.. and Mrs.
). Carmean and has lived here all his
life, and is recognized as one of the COM
ing business men of this city. He is at
present the popular pharmacist at W..
q. Stempel & Co.'s drug store. George
needs no praise here as everyone knows
him to be good fellow in general.
They received number of costly
presents as tokens of the high esteem in
which they are held by their many
friends.
After the ceremony the guests repair
ed to the dining room where a bounte-
GUS wedding supper was served.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carmean departed on
the eight o'clock train for a short we'd
ding trip to Des Moines.
The REPORTER with a host of other
frienes wishes then long and happy
voyage over the sea of welded life and
that no cloud will ever rise to mar their
happiness.
The guests from abroad we're: Mrs.
Harry Stearns, Mrs. w. H. Jennings
and daughter Lolita and DR.. Dudley,
Garden Grove; MIR. and Mrs. l. N. Nc
Pherrin, of Corydon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Frank Garrett and Len Simpson in
dulged in little fight in north Leon
last Thursday evening, in which Garrett
got badly used up. It seems that Simp-
son made complaint about CARROTS
horses rolling in his garden and destroy.
ing it, which Garrett denied as being
true. Hot words began to pass freely
between them and finally Garrett threw
of his coat and started to fight, but
Simpson happened to have Carrie
Nation" Ratchet with him and went for
Garrett, striking him on the arm be-.
tween the wrist and elbow and breaking
his arm. At this point Garrett took q
"hot foot" for DR.. Waight's Office where
medical aid was had and the fracture
dresSed. No doubt it will be many
days before Frank forgets that Little
Ratchet"
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
BARNHART-BENNETr

Married Sunday evening, June 9th,
MIR. William Barnhart, of Ringgold
county, and Miss Lizzie Bennett, of
Westerville, at the residence of Justice
Frank Cox in Eden township.
This young couple have the best
wishes of their many friends and will
go to housekeeping on farm in Eden
township.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The city council of KIN oxyille are
wrestling with the problem of passing an
ordinance "license" all parties, church.
'es, civil organizations, etc., who run ice
cream, soda water, lemonade stands and
supply dinners, etc., ETC., on big days"
The restaurant men who make large con-
tributions to bring the crowds to town,
want protection, claim they are entitled
oft because they pay rent, clerk hire,
taxes, and chip in for everything, and
need monopoly on "big days. to even
up. A majority sentiment of the coun-
cilngreed with them, and the city solic-
itor will draft an ordnance that will meet
the case.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
Suntlower Camp.

. At Manitou, Colo, June 10Th to Aug.
PSI Is irf Kansas only, the one excep.
ton to this rule this year, being the
party with G, NJ Ketcham, of Leon.
Iowa. Board, adults "a per week:
children under - years half price
Rooms reasonable. Location the best
IN town Especial privileges.
Mrs, l.. L. ConBsrT,
Emporia, Kas.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
IA petition ia on file AT the clerks office

A petition is on file at the clerks Office
asking that Marco Harder, the young
man who shot Jake Vanderfiute at La
moni last week be sent to the industrial
school at Eldora. 1t is stated III the pe.
tition that he is under l6 years of age
and should be punished aud corrected.
He will be taken before Judge Towner
Friday, where the necessary papers will
be signed, and he will be at once taken
to the school. The petition is signed by
his mother, Mrs. Martha Harder.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The mere.appearance of business
mans name and address in every issue
of leading newspaper will do much to
increase his trade. Every business man,
however is able TO give facts about his
establishment which will encourage peo-
pie to deal with him. To state such
facts clearly varying them day by day,
in conspicuous type in newspaper Of
large circulation is the principal secret
of successful advertising.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Eldorado Castor machine oil s gallons
for $l.OO. LANE IMPLEMENT Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

DIR. j. q. Long, the Veterinary surgeon
has moved from the Cummins property
to the house just east of the electric
light plant. He has also placed tele-
phone in his house. 43-3t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Would you accept a "free pass" from
the Burlington? If so, join the Colo
RADIO party. We take you to Denver,
Colorado Springs and Pueblo for less
than one fare and then return you alb
solutelY free
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The c., B. & q. road has issued orders
to its trainmen not to attempt to forcibly
eject tramps from the trains but if pos.
slble to lock the car door and carry
them to the next town where they can
be turned over to the officers. This or.
der is said to be the result of the recent
killing at Tennessee. Ill.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

In another column we publish to-day
ordinance No. 70, relating to the selling
of hop ale or malt hops. The council
very wisely placed license in such
places al, $25: per month, which must be
paid in advance, and line of $50 for
any person who violates this ordinance
1t also prohibits the sale to minors.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

C.M. Ketcham is now figuring on a
low rate to Cripple Creek for his party.
No doubt they will make the trip.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Billy,stuart, of Chicago, purchased
one of the finest load of horses. and paid
the best prices for some at Stout's barn
last Saturday of any horse buyer who
has been in Leon for years.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Twenty three thousand dollars were
raised in thirty minutes to build new
Christian church editice in Centerville.
Gen. Drake headed the subscription
with contribution of $l2, 500.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

"A little daughter was born to Mrs.
Stein, of south Leon Sunday night.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Editor Hull has been confined to his
bed since last Thursday by sickness, so
if this paper is not up to the standard
please look over it this time as we have
had hard row to hoe.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

There will be strawberry and ice
cream social at the residence Of MIR. and
Mrs. w. s. Clark (on the Jasper Dale
place. on Saturday evening, June, Is,
1901 for the benefit of the New Salem
Baptist church. Every body cordially
invited to attend.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

A little daughter of John Nose, living
near Van Vert was bitten by a rattle.
snake last Thursday. When the acct
dent happened she was visiting with
her grandparents. At last report the
little sufferer was getting along nicely.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Home grown nursery stock. the finest
in the market is now for sale at the Leon
Home Nursery. one mile north, of Leon.
We have all varieties, pears, peaches,
plun1s, cherries, etc., and will make
special low prices to purchasers this
spring. Stock is now ready for delivery,
and stock and prices will speak for
themselves. Come and see what we
have. VIM. A. GARRETT & Go.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

]. II. Bowman, manger of the Hotel
Hamilton, is rapidly making advance
ment as the leading hotel man in south.
ern Iowa. His house is crowded all the
time and his table service is first.class in
every respect. Mr.. Bowman is hotel
man of high note aud his trade received
the very best of attention.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Psalms 70: 3; "The mountains shall
bring peace to the peoples" one of the
Burlington's finest Pullman cars going
in that direction July g..
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The arrangement committee for the
Fourth of July has purchased large
flag which they intend to present to the
township which brings the biggest dele.
cation to Leon on July 4th. The flag
has been stretched across the street be-
tween Hurst Bros. store and the court
house, where it will be kept until it is
awarded to the township winning it.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Capt, ]. d. Brown, lost through.
bred short-horn bull last Sunday by
lightning. The animal was one which,
he just recently bought at the Sears
short. horn sale.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

For sone years our eooseberries and
hisckorynuts have been taken and we
want i stopped. Also all hunting and
aud trespassing on our land in Ellen
and Center, the west !, southwest /,
West /, southwest i. A. M. SH1NN,
4l-3t ID. w. SHINN.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

'Skeet' DERRICK has been wrestling
with bad case of the measles the past
week.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Frank Bennett on Monday sold his
dray line to Jim Acton, who formerly
ran the city bus line. MIR. Acton took
possession Immediately.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

You take no chances when you buy
Russ Bleaching Blue. This famous
article makes clothes whittier than snow.
Refuse limitations.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Mrs. Kate Brown has purchased the
property of James Baker in northwest
Leon for $500.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

A new Club has been organized in
town. They call it the So Club. Limit
to so members.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Will pay liberal price for an OK bow,
one that has seen service. Call at The
REPORTER office.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
FOURTH Of JUL?

The Fourth Of July amusement COM
mittee had not finished their prog ram
yesterday. They expect to secure A. B.
Cummips as speaker. They have secur-
ed the Rodgers pony and dog show at
a cost of $l25 which will be free. 4
large platforms will be built and cake
walks, prize fights, dancing will be pro.
ticipated in all day. You'll miss it if
you do not come to Leon to celebrate
the Fourth. Arrangements are being
made to have special trains for Leon on
that day. The Davis City and Leon
bands will furnish music.
Lost-A child's bracelet. Finder will
please leave at this Office and receive
reward. MRS. L. A. ARMSTRONG.
Money to lend for short term on gilt
edged security. Inquire at The REPoR-
TER Office.
For RENT-A good seven room house
in north Leon; splendid location.
Mrs. WADE w, WARNER.
See the Finley's Ady, Remember the
day and date.
For SALE OR TRADE-The Park Hotel
property in Leon. j. P. LAYTON.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The pocket book and pink hat which
was advertised in The REPORTER last
week, as lost, we're found by Miss Mabel
Ellis and returned to this office.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Ed Klrwin, the popular proprietor, of
the Leon News Depot has put up new
awning over his show window.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

If you want farm sold or want a
farm loan at lowest rate of interest and
best terms go to +. J. Sankey, SOUTH
west corner Main and Commercial Sts.,
Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The Decatur County Medical Society
will meet at Lamont next Tuesday.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

W. w. Craig, is putting in new fence
in font Of his residence in south Leon,
which adds greatly to its appearance.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Pure German Millet Seed which yield.
ed last year 48 bushels per acre.
VIM. HAzLEr, Leon. Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

James Daughton, of Rlchland town.
ship, met with quite serious accident
last Saturday evening, while visiting
with relatives in Woodland township,
being kicked in the face by horse. He
came to Leon on Monday and had the
wound dressed by DR.. Brown. The
wound is deep cut under the left eve
and perhaps he will loose the sight Of
that eye.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Miss Daisy Ronk departed for Kansas
City last Saturday on visit to an aunt.
She will be met there by Mr.. J. o. Ham
ilton and will be married soon. Mr..
Hamilton expects to 60 into business
some where in Oklahoma but has not
vet decided at what place. The REPoR-
TER extends congratulations and wishes
them unbounded happiness.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

For sAhE-25 Poland China registered
brood sows, 2 to 4 years old, bred for
September farrow to my old herd boar
Iecumseh. E. p. HALL.
Al 1t miles northwest of Weldon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The children of w. l.. Armstrong iv
ing east of town are tussling with the
measles.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The ladies of the M. E. Church will
give musical entertainment Wednes-
day the 10Th. Admission 10 cts.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

w. q. Stempel on Tuesday purchased
the property in which he is now living
in north Leon from Fred Niece, consid-
Grafton being ST. 900.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

For SALE-A fine residence in Leon.
block ground, plenty Of fruit, shade
trees, and water. One of the best resi-
dences in Leon. House almost new.
Inquire at this Office.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

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 LEON SHOE STORE
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

]. B. Bellamy, is seriously i'll at his
home northwest of Leon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Lawn mowers sharpened and repaired
and made to work like new. Bring
them in. $685. LEE PICKERING.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The New Century and 10 Clubs are
not in it. Even the L. &. G. F. society
is tritie slow. If you want to be cup
to date" join the SO Club.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Will you 60 with the Colorado party?
We promise you comfort, rest and one
continual round of pleasure from start
to finish.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

A bouncing baby girl was born to Mr..
and Mrs. Ben Dobson 5 miles north of
Decatur Monday.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

j. J. Ruggles, who was arrested last
week for selling hop ale in the building
south Of Hotel Hamilton, and placed in
jail in default of being able to secure
bond, was released from costody last
Thursday, giving bond signed by a
number of business men of this CITY.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The house occupied by Mrs. Sears will
will be for rent after June 1.
I. T.. HoRNER.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

l.. Van Werden is brighting up the
looks of his store building with fresh
coat of paint.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

FcUND-A Rathbone sisters pin which
the owner can have by calling at this
office and paying for this notice.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
License to Wed.

The following marriage licences have
been Issued by Clerk Keller since our
last issue;
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Elba Reed has purchased the inc farm
OF 240 acres II miles north of Pleasanton
for $4,000. The deal was made BY
Arthur Dorm, of Davis City.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Mrs. John Ledgerwood received the
sad news that her uncle Charles Hodges
had died at his home north of Decatur.
The funeral services will be held to-day.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ledgerwood left yesterday
afternoon to be present. We expect to
haye an obituary next week.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Those wishing gooseberries and
cherries will please leave their orders at
once. MRS. G. M. KETCHEM
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Jonathan Hamilton has purchased
the residence of Robt. Hamm in north
Leon consideration being 81 ,O25.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

July 4th is glorious day. July 9th
will be more glorious day for the Col
orado party.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

The 81 Club: will hold their annual
picnic at Manitou, Col. this year, leav.
ing Leon by special Pullman car july 9.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Stamp photos 16.for 25 cents during
May at Hummer's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Millet, fine German and Curly Amber
cane seed ut Bowsher 4 Biddison's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Picture frames made any size to order
at Runners.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

If you need watch, call and look
over my new stock, just received.
GEO. A. Coz,
JeWeler and Optician. north side SQUARE
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Millet and Cane seed at Bowsher &
Biddison's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

II. L. Long is fixing up the looks Of
his store building.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Try sack of White Loaf $l.OO per
sack.
LEON OuErNswApNn
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

Cash paid for eggs at Leon Queens.
ware Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
Try diamond Q soap once.

Millet and cane seed at Bowsher &
Biddison's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

See the Finley's Ady, Remember the
day and date.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

For RENT-A good seven room house
in north Leon; splendid location.
Mrs. WADE w, WARNER,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13

For SALE OR TRADE-The Park Hotel
property in Leon. j. P. LAYTON.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1901-06-13
PURELY PERSONAL.

| lPersons having friends visiting them OF
knowing of strangers visiting in the city
will confer great favor upon the Editor
by informing him either In person or by
MOTEL
8. Y. Harger was passenger for Deca-
tur last Thursday.
Miss Ollie Ronk was a passenger for
Charlton last Friday.
J. w. Croford, Of Lamont, had business
In this city last week.
DR.. Layton had professional business at
Kellerton Tuesday.
w. A. Alexander made a business trip
to Lamont last Friday.
Marion F. stookey went to Corydon
last Friday on business.
Albert Biddison was transacting bust
ness in Davis City Monday.
Bert Warner had business at Tinpley
the latter part of last week.
Miss LAME Meek went to Davis City
last Friday to visit relatives.
8. H. Amos, of Garden Grove, had bust
ness In this city yesterday.
Ed. Foreman returned from a months
visit at Oskaloosa yesterday.
N1Us v. H. MCSlUUlS ana son, went to
Riy yesterday to visit relatives
Miss B. Myers returned Monday from
visit with friends at Garden Grove.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. 8. Tharp were visiting
relatives in Davis City last Saturday.
Miss Laura Graves, of Lamont, came
Saturday to visit friends and relatives.
Beryl Ellinwood went to Davis City
yesterday for a short visit with friends.
Mrs. Ol. Springer returned from a short
visit with relatives at Decatur Monday.
Ed. Sharp was passenger for Bethany,
Mo-, yesterday for visit with relatives.
R. e. Dye returned Tuesday from an
extended business trip to South Dakota.
Mrs. Sanford Reed went to Lamont last
Friday to visit few days with relatives
Mrs. w. A. Brown was visiting relatives
in Davis City the latter part of last week.
DR.. Eiker, of Decatur, was transacting
business in this city between trains Mon
daV,
The Savannah morning news., 1901-11-25
Personal.

The sole surviving officer of the
Old Guard of the First Napoleon is
said to be living at Warsaw in pow
erty. He is a Pole named Markiewicz
and is now 107 years old. He receives
a small pension from the Russian gov
eminent.
Maj. John Page, of the Confed
crate army. father of Thomas Nelson
Page, the novelist. died last Wednes-
day at Oaklands, the family home, in
Hanover county, Virginia, where he
was born, at the age of 80. He was
a soldier through the Civil War, and
from private rose to be major of ar
tillery.
Thomas A Edison is Very deaf.
Owing to a playful pleasantly he has
invented a sort of shorthand speech,
among which is his greeting to the
older hands in his shop and laboratory.
When he sees one of these men. "Boo!"
says Mr.. Edison, which has come to
mean good morning, or good afternoon
or good night. The laboratory men
have picked up the peculiar greeting,
so that when the "boss" appears in
the morning he is greeted in his own
shorthand speech: boo, Mr.. Edison"