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The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

No. is California express aud makes local
stops between Lamar and La Jnnta.
No. is Denver express, stops on flag at Las
Animas. Carries free chair car and Pullmans.
No. is the Mexico and California express.
No. and No. both carry tourist and Pullman
slcepers. No. connects at LaJun for Pueblo
Colorado Springs and Denver.
Train No. 50 runs to La Junta and will accom-
modate passengers for intermediate points.
No. is through California express and con-
meets at La Junta with train from Denver car
'ries passenger through to Chicago without
change Has Pullman and tourist slecpers.
Nos is Denver express and runs through to
Chicago without change. Carries free chair
car and Pullman sleeper.
No. is local passenger and makes all stops.
Carries chair car and Pullman sleeper. Runs
through to Chicago without change of cars.
Inquiries solicited and promptly and cheer
fully answered. Descriptive literature and
time tables folders free by applying to
CD. GARvIN. Agent
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
LAND OFFICE AT LAMAR, Colo.

Jan. 21, 1902.
NOTICE is hereby given that the following
N named settler has filed notice of his inten,
and that said proof will be made before the Reg.
ster and Receiver at Lamar, Colo, on Thursday
February "a. 1902 viz: Ch lrles L Billingslea. II.
Sec. Is, Twp. 22S, Rng. I7W, 9Th p. NJ.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation of,
said land, viz: +. G. Gordon, S. Q. Gleason,
William Guy and George Pearl. all of Lamar,
Colorado.
j22-f26 w. A. MERRILL. Register.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
Mr.. Wheeler Got Rid Of His
Rheumatism

"Durlng the winter Of 1898 was so
lame in my joints, in fact all over my
body, that could hardly hobble arou nd
when 1 bought bottle. of Chamber
lains Pain Balm. From the first appli
cation I began to get we'll, and was
cured and have worked steadily all the
year.-R- WHEELER, Northwood, New
York" For sale by 1. II. Myers, drug
Qist, Lamar.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
.,u..,n mccarthy. New s.o..

Justin Mccarthy hopes to finish a
history of Queen Anne in the course of
the spring months. 1t is possible that
It may appear during the spring sea-
son, since Mr. McCarthy's manuscript
is being set up as he goes along. Some
of it he dictates. some of it he writes,
but in either case he makes few subse-
Quent corrections.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

james L. smith,
Defendant.J
The People Of the State of Colorado,
To James T. Smith. the Defendant above named,
GREETlNG:
You are hereby required to appear in an action
brought against you by the above named Plain
tiff. in the District Court of Prowers county,
State of Colorado and answer the complaint
therein within twenty days after the service
hereof IL served within this county or. If served
out of this County. or by publication, within
thirty days after the service hereof. exclusive
of the day of service; or judgment by default
will be taken against you according to the
prayer of the complaint; and il copy of the
complaint in the above entitled action be not
thereof be made out of this State, then ten days
additional to the time hereinabove specified for
appearance and ans wcr will be allowed before
taking of judgment by default as aforesaid.
The said action is brought to recover n
judgment in the sum of One thousand Dollars
with interest thereon from October Is, 1901. be-
ing the balance of the purchase price of certain
goods and chattels sold by plaintiff to the de-
fendant and the costs of this suit will more
fully appear from the complaint in said action
to which referance is here made;
And you are hereby notified that il you fail to
appear, and to answer tho said complaint as
default be entered against you and for the re-
lief demanded in the complaint filed in said
cause.
(~---~) Given under my hand and official seal
SEAL at Lamar in said County, this 23d day
(-~-~) of December, A. ID. 1902.
l.. NJ. BLACKWELL,
Clerk Dist. Court.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

wANTED-SEyERAL PERSONS OF CHAR
acter and good reputation in each state Zone in
this county requiredD to- represent and advertise
old established wealthy business house of solid
financial standing. Salary $500 weekly with
expenses additional, all payable in cash each
Wednesday direct from head offices. Horse and
carriage furnished, when necessary. References.
Enclose selfaddressed stamped envelope. Dept.
Manager. 332 Cax ton Building, Chicago.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
US. LAND OFFICE LAMAR, Colo. !
February 3rd, 1902,

February 3rd. 1902.
NOTICE is hereby given that the following
~ named settler has filed notice of her inten-
tion to make final proof in support of her claim.
and that said proof will be made before the
Register and Receiver at Lamar, Colorado. on
Friday. March 2s, ls02, viz. Ollie A. Gill, II. l..
No. 5052 for the n z NV Il Sec..27, NE 4 NE a
Sec: IS and Sc i Sc u Sec Il, Twp. q s., RING.
~ W. 6P. NJ.
She names the following witnesses to prove
her continuous residence upon and cultivation
Of said land, viz: Asher Carver, John Sloan,
Scy. Gill and James Carver all of Lamar,
Colorado.
f5ml2 W. A. MERRILL, Register.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
witty Remark Pleased Crowd.

Charles Burley, the abolitionist, in
the midst of an antislavery speech was
struck by decayed egg full in the
face. Pausing to wipe away the con-
tents of the missile, he said calmly: "I
have always contended that pro-slav-
cry arguments were very unsound."
The crowd roared and he was no lon
ger molested.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
,,prox.mcn.s In Norway.

The Norwegian council Of the state
decided to negotiate for a loan Of
$4,000, ,OOO to be used for the construc-
ton of railways and a thorough tele-
phone system throughout Norway.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
U. s. LAND OFFICE. LAMAR CoLo.
February lst, 1902,

February list, 1902.
NOTICE is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his inten-
tion to make final proof in support of his claim.
and that said proof will be made before the
Register or Receiver at Lamar, Colorado on
Saturday. March 18th, 1902, viz. Lucy j. Lam
son. widow of Goodpell Lamson. II. L. No. 452l,
for the SW X Sec. 1, Twp. % s. Rg. II W.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation of
said land. viz: Albert Mayhew, Fred Williams,
J. F. Rowe, and II. e. Rowe, all of Lamar,
Colorado.
f5-ml2 w. A. MERRILL, Register.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
Herbert Spencer in aood Health.

'Hefbeft bpouoer IN WuoU dehIth.
Herbert Spencer is said to be enjoy
ing wonderfully good health this win
ter. At one time last summer he was
doubtful If he would be able to leave
his home by the sea for his usual
change to some of England's inland
towns. However, he went to Midhurst
in Sussex, a pretty spot which he
likes, and the change did him much
good.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
U. s. LAND OFFICE LAMAR Colo. !
jan 18th 1901

Jan. 25th. 1901.
NOTICE is hereby given that the following
" named settler has filed notice of her in.
tention to make final proof in support of her
claim, and that said proof will be made before
Register and Receiver at Lamar, Colorado, on
March 7, 1902. viz. Sarah Il. Powers. II. +. No.
1851 for the w y NWii Sec. 20 and 81. NEA
Sec. q, all in TIP. % s.. Rg. IS w.
She names the following witnesses to prove
her continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land, viz: II. A. Beaver. c. II. Love
lady. w. o. Fletcher, Lewis Mapes. all OF
Lamar. Colo.
i29-m5 WA. MERRILL. Register.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
For Stomach Trouble

II have taken great many different
medicines for stomach trouble and con-
stipation," says Mrs. s. Geiger of Dun
kerton, Iowa, "but never had as good
results from any as from Chamberlain's
Stomach and Liver Tablets" For sale
by l. H. Myers, druggist, Lamar.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

The entire postal revenue Of the
United States in 1901 reached high
water mark, being in round numbers
S111, 600, 900.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

DR.. A. w. Seabury, physician and
surgeon. Offices on second floor Of
Irwin building, East Main street.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

For bargains in farm lands go te
O. b. Thoman.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
How to Cure La Grippe.

As soon as you feel the symtoms com
ing on take Warmers White Wine of Tar
Thoroughly" The best cough remedy
on earth. Cures the worst cases in 4s
hours il taken in time. % and so cents
For sale by Mclean Bros.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

For cheap town lots see @. B
Thoman.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

Possession Is nine points and one
mort Of the marriage law.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26

Window shades from 25c up at Buffers.
The Lamar register., 1902-02-26
SUI MONS.

STATE OF scpPILaoRsAaDo's ant In the District
In the matter of
Charles Gathin,
PlaintiH.N sJruMONs
James 7. Smith,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21
GIoaks and Suits

Our cloaks and suits are not in yet for
this reason. We didn't know what to buy
for you. Looked like full length coats n
June, then short 20 inch jackets seemed about
the whole thing in July. Now it looks like
81 inch and AZ to As inch coats with a few
Monte Carlos mixed in. Will tell you more
about them later before the cold comes.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21
MefCefiZed
PeftiGoatS

Half dozen new styles in black under
skirts just received. Prices $l.00, 81 25,
Sl.50 and $500. Handsomest we've ever
had for any season yet and they're a
quarter and a half dollar cheap. The work
manship on these garments is above criticism
DO detail is sighted. Ask to see them and.
bear this in mind, you are always welcome toa
come and look and price whether you buy or
not.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21
AT HURST'S!
Dress Goods!

Those heavy rough effects, the correct
cloths for suits and skirts nave been coming
i'll for ten days or more. We show them in
a wide range of colors and in blacks. Not
easy to tell about them on paper. Come in
when you can and see them.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

A little daughter Of &. r. johnson
who lives on the Walter Bassett farm
southeast of Leonfell~from a. tree Mon
day morning and dislocated her arm,
which was replaced by DR.. Layton.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21
Notions, Etc.

Some of you folks think you save &c
when you buy a corset for 4sc but you don't
you lose &c. We sell EN- at 45c. Same rule
applies on underwear and hosiery. We have
accumulated a bunch Of carpet samples in
Velvets, Administers and Brussels which we
offer at very low prices. They are desirable
for rugs and are much cheaper than the woven.
rugs. Shown in carpet room up stairs. This
is a good store for overalls and shirts. Sup.
pose you try us on these. We carry a good
assortment. q
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Come early in April and get your
nursery stock from the Leon Home
Nursery. My stock has never been
culled. w. A. GARRETT.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Q. A. Allen and j. w. Mccormack, of
Creston, were in Leon. last Friday ad-
vertising the Creston district fair which
will be held at Creston September 10th
to 10Th.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

New up.to.date photo. mounts and
portrait lenses as good as they make.
SwEARINGEN.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21
New Dress Skirts

Received a dozen new styles Monday in
unllned dress skirts. Made from heavy dura.
BILE cloths in the latest cuts. Prices are inter
esting ranging from SIS. SO to sS. 90. Will be
pleased to have you see them.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

The Shoot the Chutes at the reunion
grounds last week were a decided sue.
cess and did a good business.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

All interested will meet at the Center
township cemetery at Franklin church
with tools to clean up the cemetery on
Thursday, Sept. 4, at 10 o'clock a. m.
Bring your dinners.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Mrs. John Negley died at her home in
Decatur City after a lingering illness
and Was buried in the Decatur cemetery
Monday afternoon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Mrs. J.. M. Chastain, of Road View
Farm, presented US with several bran.
ches of a crab tree from their orchard
which was literally loaded down with
fruit this year, one small branch less
than a foot long bearing Is line apples.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Try Vogt's new gallery on the north
side for any kind of photograph work.
The best of work at lowest prices and
satisfaction guaranteed always. .
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

The infant daughter of Mr.. and W.. l..
Armstrong, of east of town, has been
dangerously ill the past week, but is
now some better.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Want your pictures framed? See
sWearlngen the Photographer for frames
and large crayon portraits at lowest
rates and work guaranteed first class.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Parson College, at Fairfield, one Of
the Oldest colleges in the state. was
totally destroyed.b by fire. early Tuesday
morning.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

For RENT.-A good two story 7-room
house with cellar, living we'll, cistern
and barn. Inquire of l.. B. Jackson,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Goods dyed with Putnam Fadeless
DYES are Eot discolored by sweat or fruit
acid. Sold by druggists, loc. per pack
age.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

The lllth Alaskas have accepted an
official invitation firm the Davis City
reunion committee to go to Davis City
to-day. The steamer Yolo has been
chartered and there will be abig display.
-of fireworks from the steamer this even
ing.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Lowest prices and best harness sold in
Leon is at the new shop of q. I. Smith
& Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

y. ). Horrigan, OF Charlton, a pension
examiner, had business in this city last
Saturday.
Maple City Soap is not only one of
the good soaps, but is one Of the best
soaps made.
A charming little baby made it's ap.
pearance at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Seth Foster, east of town, last Friday
morning.
Van Vert is in luck. The schedule
for President Roosevelt's flying trip
through Iowa on September 3Oth saws
ne will stop at only five places, Clarinda,
Oskaloosa. Van Vert, Osceola and Des
Moines.
A little son arrived at the home of
Mr.. and Mrs. David McCutchan, of
Hamilton township, last Friday morn
ing, but was not long for this world, it's
spirit taking flight to the realms above
the neXt>morning. :
Postmaster John Ledgerwood went to
Des Moines Tuesday where he will re-
mai during the state fair being manager
of the sheep department., He tells US
the entries of live stock this year Tar ex.
coed those Of any previous year, due no
doubt to the erection of the new stock
pavilion this year. which is said to be
the largest and finest in the west.
We are very grateful to the relatives
and. friends for the many 'kindnesses
shown us in the sickness, death and
burial of our daring babe.
May the Father reward you for YOUR
words and acts Of sympathy that helped
so much to lighted the burden in this
hour of bereavement.
MIR. AND Mrs. E. N. FEsLER.
Mr.. AND MRS. III. H. ONEY AND FAMILY.
Leon will be without electric lights
for the next two weeks, it being neces-
sary to ship the big engine to the fac.
tory at Springfield, Ill.,, for some neces.
sary repairs, and it is also necessary to
place a new foundation under the boiler.
The engine has been run for Is years
and with slight repairs will be as good
as new again. The repairs will be rushed
and the lights restored as quick as pos
sible, and in the meantime the public
will have to be patient.
Mrs. Emma Venerable, an old colored
lady, arrived Monday from New Orleans
and will make her home with her sister.
in law, Mrs. Robert Good. She ia the
widow of Mrs. Goods brother who died
about four years ago, and Mrs. Good
had not seen her for % years. She with
her husband were slaves before the war,
being married in slavery, and with her
husband was sold by her old master and
taken south, all track of them being lost
by their relatives. A number of wears
ago Mr.. Good after several years work
located them by writing to the pastors
o 5the colored churches in the south,
and Mrs. Venerable was present at the
church in New Orleans when the pastor
read MIR. Goods letter which was the
means of finding them.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

3 The Davis City reunion is in full blast
this week, being favored with fine
weather and reports say the usual big
crowds are in attendance.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

LATE Leeper son Of county bridge
foreman ]. E. Leeper, while working
with the bridgegang lea theJ old Dan.
Ger farm at Lamont last Thursday step
ped on rusty nail and ran sits clear
through his foot making an ugly wound
which will lay him off from worktfor
several weeks, 80
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Herman Langreder, of Richton ILL.,,
while visiting in this county last week,
purchased two fine Poland China male
hogs from Woodland Bros, of Decatur,
and shipped them to Adolf Langreder
and Henry Eiscamp at Richton, Ill.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Theodore G. Merritt, .of Davis CITY,
has been granted an increase of pension
to $50 per month.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Money to Loan onlmproved farms a
3 per cent. interest for s, s to 10
years time. F. VARaA & Son.
The Shoot the Chutes at the reunion
grounds last week were a decided sue.
cess and did a good business.
For RENT.-A good two story 7-room
house with cellar, living we'll, cistern
and barn. Inquire of L. B. jackson.
Parson College, at Fairfield, one Of
the Oldest colleges in the state, was
totally d%estroyed.bX fire. early Tuesday
morning.
The Davis City reunion is in full blast
this week, being favored with fine
weather and reports say the usual big
crowds are in attendance.
Ed K. Pitman was taken decidedly
worse last Thursday and for several days
it was thought he was dying. He has
rallied somewhat, however, and while he
is still in a precarious condition the
chances for his recovery have slightly
improved. .. 80
y hEN;
], The infant daughter ofa Mr.. and Mrs.
J..H. Pitman died at their homesin sthjs
city last Thursday after being sick sew.
eral weeks. The funeral was held Friday
morning, interment being in the Booth.
town cemetery. Many friends extend
their sympathy to Mr.. and Mrs. Pitman
in their bereavement. ,.i. "a -
Among the most delightful attractions
at the Leon reunion grounds last week
was the fleet of row boats put on the
lake by the Leon Boat Co. The boats
will be kept at the lake and can be
rented at any time by picnic parties or
others who desire to spend few pleas.
ant hours on the water.
S. K. Howe, proprietor of Howe's
hotel at Osceola, died Monday night,
after an illness of several years. having
been confined to his room for more than
three years. Mr.. Howe was for many
years a resident of this city, being land
lord Of the old Ward Hotel. His re.
mains we're taken to Vermont for
burial.
MI. Frank Chastian, one OF the most
worthy young farmers of Eden Prairie,
was married yesterday afternoon to Miss
Maud Bruner, one of our fairest young
ladies. The happy couple left on the
afternoon train for Des Moines where
they will spend their honeymoon.
Many friends extend hearty congratula.
tons to this worthy young couple.
A special train Of six coaches was run
to Charlton Tuesday to accommodate
the crowds who went to hear w. ].
Bryan speak at Charlton C%hautauqua,
and fully three thousand people filled
every seat in the large tent and listened
why Mr.. Bryan spoke for two hours and
a,half. Among those who went from Leon
were G. w. Hoffman, j. N. Lawrence,
John Burns, Bert Woodland and wife,
Harry Bradfield, John Moore, Henry
Delk, J.. A. Frazier, Cornelius Milsap
and wife and numerous Others whose
names we did not learn.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Maple City Soap is not only one of
the good soaps, but is one of the best
soaps made.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

$50 bushels choice seed wheat for sale.
Sound, clean and free from rye and
cheet. 50-3t A. M. PRYOR.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Putnam Fadeless Dyes are.the easiest
to use. With them there " no muss OF
complicated process. BoiNhg the goods
for half an hour lsTaii thsre4stoit ii. They
are simple, safe, sure. Sold by druggists,
10c. package. .Fy%ss
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Up-to-date photo mounts and carbon
prints at Swearingen's. See our new
double photos too. Y " @D.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21
License to Wed.

The following marriage licenses have
been issued by Clerk Keller since our
last issue:
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Henry Lands received a telegram Sat.
urday from his son Sam Lands who has
been in the Philippine Islands for the
past four years, saying that he had
landed at San Francisco and is expected
in Leon the latter part of this week.
After the 5lst Iowa was mustered out
Sam received a good position at mill
tary headquarters aud has been draw.
ing a good salary; his many friends will
be pleased to see him again.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Van Vert is in luck. The schedule
for President Roosevelt's flying trip
through Iowa on September 3Oth says
ne will stop at only five places, Clarinda,
Oskaloosa. Van Vert, Osceola and. Des
Moines.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Ray kentner, a twelve year tola' Boy
living with his parents in the south part
OF town, had a leg broken just above the
ankle last Friday evening. He was
leading the COW from the pasture and
fell in a ditch in such a n as to
fracture the bone in his leg. The frac-
tu1e was reduced by DR.. Bowman.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

For sALE-A scholarship issued bv the
Iowa Business College at Des Moines,
good for six months tuition in n
shorthand, telegraphy or bookkeeping
department. 1t is transferable and will
be sold for considerable less than was
paid for it. Full information can be
secured by calling at The REPORTER
office. 51.2t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

For sALE.-A 31-32 Jersey heifer.-C.
p. FINLEY. 5l.2t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

For SALE-Three room house in west
Leon. Call at Empire Bakery.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

Ed K. Pitman was taken decidedly
worse last Thursday and for several days
it was thought he a dying. He has
rallied somewhat, however, and while he
is still in a precarious condition the
chances for his recovery have slightly
improved. -
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

A tramp tailor who has been working
for VIM. Langreder for several. weeks
decamped early Monday. morning,
leaving an unpaid board bill at Hotel
Enterprise. He also worked MIR. Lam
greder for the price of making a coat
which he failed to finish and carried
away his tine razor.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1902-08-21

According toa ruling made by the
United States district attorney of Kan
sas trade checks are illegal and their is.
suance and circulation are punishable
by fine of $500 or Imprisonment for
five years. BY trade checklists meant the
bit of metal which bears the inscription:
GOOD for - - in trace.'' t'' The Sc.
cret service will prosecute--persons vino
issue such checks. i .