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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15

OF the labor situation in this city, is con-
sidered defeat for the building trades
unions which have refused to sign the
plan of arbitration. Although seeing
flaws in the plan of arbitration, as sub
mitted by the employers, Mr.. Gompers
approves of it on the whole, particularly
IN its elimination of the purely sympa-
thetic strikes.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
The Horse Show at Richmond.
(By the Associated Press. }

Richmond. Va, Oct. 13.-The Richmond
Horse Show opened today under the usual
brilliant auspices. The display of horse
flesh was excellent. the riding and drlv
ms were good, and the high society of
the State was we'll represented in the au.
dlence so to speak, which was large, fash
ionable, enthusiastic, and richly attired
The first to ride in the show was a New
York lady. Mrs. James NJ. B. Grosvenor.
The Governor of the State and Mrs Mon
tague, United States Senator and Mrs.
Martin. and General Fitzhugh Lee, Were
among those present at he show this
evening. The United States Marine Band
of Washington, is furnishing the music
for the exhibition. The show is to last
through the week.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Oriental Reports of a More
Pacific Character.
(By the Associated Press

London, Oct. 13.-The trend of today's
early information regarding the Far
Eastern situation is less alarming. The
Frankfurter Zeitung, whose sensational
announcement of the occupation of Ma
San-Pho, by Japan yesterday occasioned
dsquiet, today published a telegram from
Shanghai, saying there is no confirmation
of the reported occupation of that place,
adding that the Russo-Japanese negotia-
tions at Toxic concerning the evacuation
of Manchuria, give the impression that
the political situation in Japan is quiet.
The Koelniche Zeitung also prints re-
assuring telegram from st. Petersburg, re-
peating a telegram from Port Arthur,
stating that viceroy Alexieff has issued
contradiction of the reported movements
of Japanese troops in Corea.
Baron Hayashi, the Japanese minister
here, has received reassuring news from
Japan with reference to the situation in
the Far East. He says his telegram in
dcates that there is no need whatever for
alarm, and adds that the message was
not a reply to anything he had cabled,
so he thinks it was probably sent be-
cause of the alarmist rumors which have
been in circulation in Europe, and which
finally reached Japan.
St. Petersburg, Oct. 13.--The Foreign
Office says it has no official confirmation
of the reported Decentralization of Japan
csc troops at Ma-San-Pho.
Regarding Manchuria the Foreign Office
states that the question is at present
| closed Russia is now transporting $4,000
troops, nurses, physicians and hospital
supplies to the Far East. The present
strength of the Russian army there is re-
iably reported to be $4,000 men. Off
GERS detailed for duty in the Orient have
been forbidden to take their wives.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
A Day of Riot and Plllat Q.
(Bv the Associated Press.)

Armentieres, North France, Oct. 13.-
This town was today given up to riot
pillage and incendiarism, as consequence
of the weavers' strike. mob of 5000
gathered in the great square and urges
the troops stationed there to throw dowI
their arms, shouting down with patriot
ism.
The rioters then spread through the
principal streets. They wrecked shops
sacked the houses of persons obnoxious
to the ringleaders and attacked the banks
in two of which they succeeded IN steal
ing few hundred dollars from the tills
BY midnight the troops and police haC
gained the upper hand and dispersed the
mob.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Legal Blow at Christian Science.
(By the Associated Press.

Albany, N. Y, Oct 13.-Especial inter
est attaches to the decision handed down
today by the Court of Appeals in the
case of People VS.. Pierson declaring in
dependence upon faith healing in the case
of sickness to be criminal negligence
Pierson lives at White Plains and early
in 1901 was sentenced to pay $500 fine, or
serve five hundred days Imprisonment foI
criminal neglect in failing to provide a
licensed physician to attend his 16-months
old adopted daughter In a case of bron
chial pneumonia, which afterward proved
fatal The decision today sustains the
conviction.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Wilson to Study Boil Weevil.
(By the Associated Press.

Washington, Oct. 13.-Secretary Wilson
said at the Cabinet meeting today that he
would go South soon after the November
election to investigate the ravages of the
boil weevil in the cotton fields. He will
devote his time personally to an investl-
CATION of the subject.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Too Decollete for the Priest.
(By the Associated Press

Berlin, Oct. 13.-An odd case of less
majestic is reported from Medein, Bava-
ria, against priest who refused to ad-
minister communion to sick person until
a portrait of the empress was removed
on the ground that her dress, which was
low cut, was an evil spectacle for youth
The priest also ordered out the Emperor's
picture alleging that both portraits be
longed together.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
ROLTZMAN IN THE LEAD.
Democrats Claim Bis Election by One 1hous-
and Majority.
(By the Associated Press.)

Indianapolis, Oct. 13-Unoffcial returns
from 229 out of 237 precincts give Holtz-
man. Dem, for mayor 10, 1923; Brookwalter,
Republican 1880; Hitz, Prohibition and
Independent 5,1S4. The Republicans have
not conceded the election to the Demo
Gratis, who claim Holtzman's election by
one thousand.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Telegraphic Briefs.

Washington, Oct. 13-Seeretary Hay
having cabled Minister Conger at Pekin
asking him when the American Chinese
commercial treaty would reach Washing.
ton, has received a reply that 1T might
be expected the first of November. Minis
ter Conger also cabled that the Japanese
Chinese commercial treaty was signed last
Thursday.
Pawtucket, r. l., Oct. 13.-An assign
ment for the benefit of creditors was
made today by the Stafford Manufactur.
ing Company of Central Falls. The as
sets are placed at 1894, 900 and the liablli-
ties excluding the capital stock of S150,00C
are said to be $4,000. The concern man
ufactures cotton yarns.
New York. Oct. 13.-Only small crowd
was in attendance at the disposal sale Of
the famous Belle Meade. stud held at
Sheepshead Bay today and low prices
were realized. The star of the sale was
Commoner, CHI II, by Hanover Mar
germ. After some spirited bidding be
was knocked down to Charles F. Gather,
for $4,000.
Ne"poIG news, Nd', oct. 1o.-Ine pat
tleship Maine steamed out of the harbor
at II O'Clock this morning bound for Gu
Zebra The object of the voyage is to test
her Niclausse boilers and the warship will
maintain her normal speed going and re
turning.
Washington, Oct. 13-The Southern
Railway announced that on October 10 the
office OF general superintendent of the
western district will be removed from
Chattanooga, Tenn. to Birmingham, Ala.
A Cough will be quickly relieved by
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Londonderry Follows Dew orshire.

London, Oct. 13.-Lord Londonderry, has
been appointed lord president Of the
council in succession to the Duke OF
Devonshire. 1t is understood that his
lcrdship will retain the portfolio of edu-
cation and his new appointment will thus
make little practical difference 10 his po-
sition in the Cabinet.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Gompers Approves the Arbitl alton Pla1
(By the Associated Press

New York, Oct. 13.-In a letter to the
building trades unions of this city and
vicinity. made public tonight, Samuel
Gompers, president of the American Fed
Grafton OF Labor, and James Duncan sec
Rotary, have recommended that the unions
agree to the plan of arbitration of tho
employers association. This action which
comes after MI Gompers investigation
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Fusion Ratification Meeting.
(By the Associated Press

New York. Oct ia fusion ratifca-
ton meeting was held tonight in Cooper
Union and great throng of people gath
cred there to see and hear the candidates
Mr.. Low said his administration stool
Tor the city's welfare and not for The
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Freigh: Conductor Killed.
lBv the Associated Press.l

1 '------
Washington, Oct. 13.-James Swartz, Q
conductor on freight train, was killed
in a collision which occurred today OF
the Pennsylvania Railroad in this city
A switch engine ran into the rear END
of the freight and caused wreck. Brake
man Alfred Parkley and Flagman Ed
ward l.. Bell, both of the freight train
were severely injured and the fear is en-
tertained that Parlkley's injuries may
prove fatal
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Brought in Fifteen " aifs From Wreck
CBy the Associated Press

New York, Oct 13.-The German steam
er Verona, which arrived in port today
from China and Japan, brought fifteen
shipwrecked seamen taken from the Uru-
guayan bark Salvador Talavera, which the
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15
Uptown Ticket Office
SPECIAL RATES TO RALEIGH, \
C. AND RETURN ACCOUNT
! North Carolina State Fair, October
: 18th to oath.

: The following rates from points on
: Seaboard Air Line Railway viii APP
: ply to Raleigh, N. G. and returne,
: which includes one admission to Fair
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= Special TRAINS VIII De run from
!. Hamlet, Pittsboro, Dunn, weldon,
= oxford and Louisburg, October 81
= % and 23rd.
! Train leave Union Depot to Fair
! Grounds every twenty minutes.
!. Fare 10 cents
: For information apply to
! C. II. GATTIS, G. P. T. A..
i Raleigh, N. c.
+ 2. P. SMITH, t. P. A.,
< Raleigh, N. C.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-10-15

A Cough will be quickly relieved by
Piso's Cure for Consumption. 25c.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
Alldredge Will Wrestle Farmer
Burns at Des Moines.

James Ii. Alldredge, of Leon, has
written a letter to Joe Connolly, with
whom Farmer" Martin Burns recently
deposited $50 appearance money for a
wrestling match, to take place in this
city, stating that he is ready and will
ing to meet Burns, but that he wishes
thirty days in which to prepare for "the
wiley old farmer Alldredge takes
Burns proposition in good faith and
processes as much anxiety to meet him
as is exhibited Oh the other side. He
says that he would prefer that the
match take place at Leon as this was
Burns original offer, but that in view of
the fact that the bout will draw a big
ger crowd here he is satisfied to waive
the matter Of place and come to Des
Moines.
On the part of Mr.. Connolly it is as
sured that both athletes will receive
fair play. The match will be pulled oil
in the Mirror theater before as COM
petent officials as can be secured. 1t is
expected that there will be an attend
ance of fully 1000 Des Moines Capital.
Can't be perfect health without pure
blood. Burdock Blood Bitters makes
pure blood. Tones and nvigorates the
whole system.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
Ate a Nutmeg and Nearly Died.

Miss Esther Snyder ate a nutmeg a
little more than week ago and she has
since suffered from partial paralysis of
carious condition at times. At present
she is much improved although she is
under the constant care OF DR.. ID. II.
Bement. Miss Snyder ate the nutmeg
under a misrepresentation of the effect it
would have upon the system. 1t seems
that the nutmeg is very strong mar
cote, and an entire nutmeg if absorbed
into the system would destroy the life
OF the average person. Miss Snyder
was suffering from bowel complaint, and
her mother suggested that she eat a
small amount Of nutmeg to relieve the
trouble. Through misunderstanding
she ate an entire nutmeg but it seems
that this was thrown Off her stomach.
She ate half Of another nutmeg and that
evening it was found necessary to call
DR.. Bement, as her condition was grow
ing serious. For week she has suffer-
ed greatly from the effects of the mar
cotic poison, and her heart action has
been very quick, and her limbs appear
to be numb, and as she expresses it she
has a far away feeling"
DR.. Bement has been giving her ner-
vene food, and has been very careful in
the trea tment Of the case, and she is
now out Of danger. Had she not dis
charged the first nutmeg she ate from
her system she would undoubtedly have
died from the effects Of the poison
Mt. Ayr Record.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
If MoMEN ONLY KNEW
What Heap of Happiness it Mould
Bring to Leon Homes.

Hard to do homework with an aching
back.
Hours of misery at leisure or at work.
If women only knew the cause.
Backache pains come from sick kidneys
Doan's kidney pills will cure it,
Leon people indorse this:
MMrs. W. f. Cox wife of w. f. Cox, a
farmer living three miles north of Leon,
says: 81 fell and strained my back
years ago and to that ! attribute the
attack of aching which followed. Not
only were they evident in my back but
they extended clear to my shoulders
and around the side. When in the acute
stage ! could not stoop or even life a
pound and after any sudden or awkward
movement was always rewarded with
sharp circulating twinges which to even
check resisted all my efforts and all
my knowledge of medicine acquired by
reading or which my friends advised. |
used porous plaster and other make
shifts but the benefits received were
transitory. heard about Doans kid
ney pills and went to Van Werden's
drug store for box. The use of three
boxes positively proved to me that the
remedy can be depended upon. | hon
estly believe that Doans kidney pills as
medicine for the kidney is unexcelled.
For sale by all dealers. Price 50 cents,
| Foster Miiburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y, sole
agents for the U. S.
Remember the name Deans and take
no substitute.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
Margaret Clark.

Margaret Clark was born July %,
1925 in Franklin County, Penn, and
died in Garden Grove, Iowa, May 26,
1908, being N years, 10 months and 1
day old. In the year 1S47 the deceased
was married to Andrew P. Swope who
proceeded his wife in death by several
years. OF this union II children We're
born all of whom are still living. In
October, 1867, Mr.. and Mrs. Swope came
to Iowa and settled in High Point town
ship. Their long residence in this
county has entitled them to be known
as old settlers. Early in life Mrs.
Swope united with the III. Z. church Of
which she continued faithful member
until her death. She was modest and
unassrming in manner and department
but was faithful and loyal in her devo-
ton to her Master and the church of
her choice. Funeral services were
conducted in the Garden Grove Nj. e.
church, May %, 1903, by Rev. l. N.
Woodward, of Leon, Iowa. Interment
was made in the High Point cemetery
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
Yours for Business.
MORTUARl.
William Fisher

Died Of senile gangrene, at Van Vert,
Iowa, on the 26 day of May, 1908, in the
18th year of his age.
The subject of this sketch was born
in Bedford county, Pennsylvania, May
16, 1925; was joined in marriage with
Susanna Russell, December %, 1S4S; to
this union twelve children We're born, of
whom only five survive, towit: Mrs.
Mary Negley, Mrs. Catherine Huff, Mrs.
Lottie Soders, William L. and Isaac X.
Brother Fisher served his country faith
fully in company FL, 99th Pennsylvania
Regiment until discharged. He came to
Iowa and settled near Decatur City
more than thirty years ago. After the
death Of his wife, which occurred %
years ago, he went to Pennsylvania and
on the 18th of January married Susanna
Stone, who survives him. Brother Fish
err was converted and joined the Nj. E.
church in early life and continued faith
full until death. The writer became ac-
quainted with him twenty odd years
ago and ever found him true, faithful,
loving friend -was often at his bedside
during his last illness, which lasted
more than eleven weeks, and although
he suffered intensity, always found him
patient, trusting in Jesus, and at diff
ferent times he expressed an earnest
desire to depart and be with the Lord ;
he talked freely of approaching death
and Of his prospect of heaven; death
had no terror to him; he died in peace.
His remains were conveyed to Decatur
City for burial. The G.. A. r. post of
Van Vert held brief memorial services,
then acted as pail bearers to convey the
remains to the hearse; the Post at Deca-
tur City were in waiting, received the
remains and after the funeral, conduct
ed by Rev. r. ]. Tenant at the M. e.
church, kindly completed the burial ser
vices at the grave, where his remains
were laid to rest beside those Of his
first wife, in the beautiful cemetery at
Decatur City, all performed according
to the beautiful ritual OF the G.. A. r., of
which he was an honored member. In
the death Of Brother Fisher, the writer
has lost personal friend. S. SAMSON.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
A TEXAS WONDER
Halrs Great Discovery

One small bottle Of the Texas Wonder,
Halls Great Discovery, cures all kidney
and bladder troubles, removes gravel,
cures diabetes, seminal emissions, weak
and lame back, rheumatism and all ir-
Irregularities of the kidneys and bladder
in both men and women, regulates blad-
der troubles in children. Ii not sold by
your druggist, will be sent by mail on
receipt of 81. One small bottle is
two months treatment, and will cure
any case above mentioned. DR.. E. w.
Hall, sole manufacturer, P. O. Box 629,
st. Louis, Mo. Send for testimonials.
Sold by all druggists. w. G. Stempel &
Co.
READ THIS.
KEOKUK. iowa, May 8, 1903.
Or. r. ". Hall, ST. louis, Mo-
= Dear Sir: My sister, Mrs. Geo. Mummert.
has used Halls Discovery and cheerfully rec
ommends MRS JAS. Ii. ROACH,
3l6 South Eighth street.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
Mt. Ayr and Hatfield Business Men
Confer with Leon Promoters
of Electric Road.

of Electric Road.
Active work is going on in promotion
of the electric railway project between
Mt. Ayr and Hatfield. A public meet
ing for discussion of the outlook was
held Wednesday in Mt. Ayr, and com
mittees of Mt. Ayr and Hatfield business
men were named to confer and report
within about two weeks. The meeting
held Wednesday included A. M. Pryor
and George w. Baker, of Leon, and Bert
Tealc, of Lamont, who are promoting
the scheme for eastern capitalists: w.
II. Carter, j. II. Carter, j. A. Simpson,
George Snethen, Henry Campbell,
Robert Cumming, r. Nj. Powell and C.
Fl. Knott, of Hatfield; S. f. kater, of
Ringgold; and large number of Mt.
Ayr business mon.
The town officials of Mt. Ayr We're
partially interested, as the proposal is
to put in electric lights and possibly
waterworks for the town in connection
with the electric power plant for the
road. Councilman j. II. Allyn presided
at the meeting
SO far as electric lighting is con-
cerned, the Decatur county men talked
very reasonably. They estimated that
16-candle-power street lights could be
furnished for 80 cents q month apiece,
which would enable the town to be we'll
lighted at reasonable cost. They took
the breath of their hearers away, how
ever, when they asked bonus Of $780,
600 for building the road from Mt. Ayr
to Hatfield, IS miles, In addition to the
right of way. The Mt. Ayr and Hat
field people who were present both pro-
tested against giving any such sum. A
five per cent tax on the property Of
Mt. Ayr, Poe and Lofts Creek townships,
through which the proposed road would
pass, would yield only about sS5,0O0.
The discussion covered wide range.
Messrs. Pryor and Baker estimated that
the construction Of the road would cost
$4,000 to $4,000 mile, and possibly
more owing to the roughness of the
country. They propose standard
gauge track and ask so foot right-of-
way. They do not favor the use Of the
public road for the route. Though
urged to set a time for the completion
Of the road, SO as to give the local
workers something definite to work for,
they declined on the ground that it is
practically impossible to obtain steel
rails promptly. However they asserted
the roads could be built in ten months
whenever the steel can be had.
The committees appointed are to con-
fer and agree upon q plan Of action
within two weeks, at which time anoth-
er meeting will be held there. The COM
mittees are as follows: From Hatfield
J. N. Carter, J. A. Simpson, r. Nj. Pow
ell; from Mt. Ayr. II. Allyn q. T..
Kinsell, II. H. Wilson, f. E. Sheldon.
The discussion was very pleasant,
and while no definite conclusions We're
reached there is a strong feeling to the
effect that there is a good prospect for
the enterprise being carried to compile
ton. Mt Apr News.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
ORIGINAL NOTICE,

ORIGINAL NOTICE,
In the DISTRICT Court OF Decatur County,
Iowa, August Term, A. ID. 1903
Ada Wells. Plaintiff va. Travis Wells, De-
fenuant
To said Defendant: You are hereby notified
that on or before the 18th day OF August. A.
D. 1913. there will be on file in the office OF the
clerk Of the district court of Decatur county,
Iowa, the petition OF tho plaintiff aforesaid,
cause pleads cruel and inhuman treatment
and that defendant has become an habitual
drunkard, and plaiutitf asks the custody OF
the minor child. Arthur Wells. For full par
ticulars see petition.
You are also notified that unless you appear
thereto and defend before noon Of the second
day OF the term of said district court OF De-
catur county, to be held on the Oath day of
August, A. u. 1913, default will be entered
against you aud judgment rendered thereon.
HOFFMAN L. JACKSON,
41-4t Attorneys for Plaintiff.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04
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w. C. Stempel & Co. Leon.
L. p VanWerden. Leon.
w. E. Myers, Leon.
NOTICE OF PRoBATING WILL

NOTICE OF PROBATING WILL.
To ALI Whom 1t May Concern:
You are hereby notified that there is now on
file in the office of the clerk of the district
cour. Of Iowa. in and for decatur county, AN
last will and testament OF p. G. stewart. late
of said county decreased and that 10 o'clock
a. m. Of the gath day Of August, 1903. has been
fixed for the probate OF said will, at which
sad county and show cause, If any there be,
whv said will should not be admitted to pro-
btts.
Il. witness whereof, have hereunto act my
hand and affix ed the seal OF said cour Lat Leon
Iowa, this 18th day OF May, 1893
=. W. KELLER,
3g3t Clerk Of District Court.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

You feel mean, cross, ugly, down in
the month, snothing goes right. Bad
liver. Better take Rocky Mountain
Tea. Drives away the blues. 50 cents.
w. G. Stempel & Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

'Tisn't safe to be day without DR..
Thomas's Electric Oil in the house.
Never can.tell what moment an accident
is going to happen.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

Are you thin? Would you like to get
fat and plump? Tried Laughing
twouldn't work-now take Rocky
Mountain Tea-'twill do the business.
35 cents. w. c. Stempel & Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

1t is astonishing how run down a
spring overcoat will be.by one winters
confinement.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

Chronic bronchial troubles and sum.
mer coughs can be quickly relieved and
cured by Foley's Honey and Tar.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

1t is we'll to clear the mind of favors
the interest on the good they receive,
saying nothing Of the principal.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

If a man has politics on the brain the
cure for it is to cut his head off.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1903-06-04

On the first indication of kidney
trouble, stop it by taking Foley's Kid
ney Cure.