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The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18


L. A. Brown, mayor of Davis City, and
one of the best democrats in Decatur
county, this week announces himself as
a candidate for the nomination of audi
tor on the democratic ticket, subject to
the will of the democratic county con-
vention. Roy Brown is one of the best
known men in all Decatur county, and
during the many years he has been en-
gagged in business dealings with the
people Of this county has always been
found to be man of sterling integrity,
a good fellow who makes friends of all
with whom he comes in contact. He is
thorough business man, good pen
man, and in every way fully qualified to
discharge the duties of the auditors
Office. He would make strong candi-
date, and should he secure the nominal
tion would make an aggressive and
active personal canvass of the county.
He is receiving splendid encouragement
in his candidacy from all parts Of the
county.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

The Capital building at Washington,
D. c., is the largest building in the
United States. The corner stone was
laid Dec. IS, 1893, by President Wash
ington, assisted by other masons. It
was partially destroyed by the British
in 1914. The present dome was begun
in 1856 and finished in 1868. The flag
of the United States foated from it Dec.
18th, 1868. The cost Of the entire build
ing has been something over S13,000,0Q0.
Its length is seven hundred and fifteen
feet, four inches; width, three hundred
and twenty-four feet. 1t covers three
and one-half acres Of ground. The dis
lance from the ground to the top Of the
dome, three hundred and seven and one
half feet; diameter of dome one hundred
and forty>five and ssone-half feet, being
fifth as to size with the greatest domes
of the world.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

NorlcE-My wife having left my bed
and board, hereby give notice to all
persons that will not be responsible
for any debts which she may contract.
WARD PORTS.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Mr.. Samuel J. Clauson and Mrs. Lena
Van yalkenburgh, both of Humeston
were united in marriage at the parlors
of Hotel Leon in this city last Saturday
the ceremony being performed by Elder
H. H. Hubbell, pastor Of the Christian
church.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

The official call for the democratic
county convention to nominate candl-
dates for the county officers to be cleo
ted this fall is published in this issue,
the date being Thursday, Sept. Sth, just
one week later than the republican
county convention.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

The financial statement of the Farmers
& Traders State Bank as it appeared
at the close of business on August 4th,
is published in this issue as required
by law, and the bank officials have
reason to feel proud of the excellent
showing made. The deposits in the
bank are almost $225,oO0 and in addi-
tion to the paid up stock of $4,000 the
bank is carrying surplus and undivid-
ed profit account of $5,247.92.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

FIR. Owen will not move his family to
GAINESVILLE, having rented the residence
of Mrs. Kate Brown in northwest Leon
which has been occupied the past year
by Prof. ]. M. Pierce who moved into
Mrs. Johnson's property just across the
street from the north school building.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Roe Caster ST. made his first official
trip over rural mail route No. 3 Tues
day, being substitute carrier for his
son, who is enjoying three weeks va
cation from his duties as ocular carrier
on this route.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Bert Davis, young man Is years old
a grandson of r. ]. Harmon, Of Davis
City, was killed en- train running out
of Kansas City Monday night in a
wreck. Young Davis was employed as
news agent on the train. His remains
were brought to Davis City yesterday
for interment.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

A party of fifteen young ladies enjoy
ed picnic at Casters lake Tuesday
evening, which was followed by hay
rack ride over the city. The picnic was
in honor Of Misses Lelah Osborn and
Ahbie Wells. of Des MOines.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Lee Powell has purchased ten acre
tract just south of the Q depot from
Beadie McKern, paying 800 an acre for
it. The sale was negotiated by G. M
Keller and D. w. Stanley.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Robert Craig last week purchased the
blacksmith shop property occupied by
w. W. Craig & Son, just west OF the
electric light plant, from L. E. Gassett
Epaying $500 for the property.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18
For good Arkansas farm lands write
to D. L. Robbins. Carlisle, Ark.

Even the best minded man knows the
young lady he fiirts with little.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

There were two old soldiers before
the Leon pension board yesterday for
examination, VIM. w. Kirkpatrick, OF
Grand River, and John Sparks, of Gains
Vile,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

We're you ever tempted to think that
the editor was indulging in personal
"digs' when you saw something in the
paper which seemed to fit your case?
Discard that thought. Remember the
old saying that "Many shaft at ran
dom sent, finds marks the archer little
meant" Why, only the other day we
read Of Texas editor who published
the Ten Commandments in his paper by
request, with the result that he lost
half of his subscribers before he could
have time to explain in the next issue
that no personal reflections were meant.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Gas good pictures as you ever saw
that's what you get at the CARRIER
Studio, north side.) soft
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

For SALE-A. good five year old horse,
weighing 1900 to 1900. Inquire at THE
REPORTER Office. soft.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

There are three points in the compul-
sorry school law that has just gone into
as the time draws near when the school
year begins. First: Each child from
seven to fourteen years inclusive, if in
proper health, must attend school at
least sixteen weeks in each school year.
Twelve weeks was the number under
the old law. Second: They must COM
mence with the first week of school
after the first Of September. The first
Monday in December is the latest date
at which the board may permit a pupil
to begin. Third: Unless special per
mission is granted by the board all must
begin the first of September.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

The Leon Produce Co., east side
square will carry at all times, meal and
feed of all kinds. Also poultry and
eggs. Up. MARTIN.
Headquarters Thatcher Poultry Remedy
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Henry Often has purchased the resi-
dence property of Ira Wallace north Of
the south school house, paying $3.50 for
it. Mr.. Often purchased it as an in
vest and does not expect to occupy it.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

LosT-Near the residence of Gil Van
derpool on Sunday, 30 Smith & Wesson
revolver. The finder will be reward
ed by returning it to THE REPORTER
Office. Splits
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18
Cream Wanted.

Farmers, want to buy your cream
and Twill pay top cash price for it. Also
your butter, eggs and poultry.
51-4t* JAP STATzEL,
At Harry Vogt's old stand.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

II you want farm S0ld or Want
a farm loan at lowest rate of In
terest and best terms 90 to e. j.
Sankey, southeast corner Main
and Commercial streets. Leon, la.
j. F. Hines, the Grand River poultry
man, is making special effort for poul-
try this week, with good prices.
Farmers, it will pay you to take advant-
tage of these opportunities.
j. f. HINES.
L. P. Covington, an old Leon boy who
was visiting here a few weeks ago
writes us to change the address of his
RFRoRTER from st. Paul, Mimi, to Min
neapolis, as he has resigned his position
on the staff of the st. Paul Globe to
accept position as political writer on
the Minneapolis Times at nice increase
insalary. "Mick's" rapid advance in met
ropolitan newspaper circles is gratifying
indeed to his many friends in this city
where his boyhood days were spent.
An item intended for last weeks issue
but which was misplaced before it got
into type, was the announcement of the
birth of an eleven pound girl to DR.. and
Mrs. ]. o. Woodmansee of this city on
Thursday, August 4th. The little
charmer has been christened Anna Paul
: inc Woodmansee. The friends of DR.,
and Mrs. Woodmansee extend hearty
congratulations over the advent of their
first born.
J.F. ellis fine little pacing mare
Lady Strath won second money in the
2:16 pace at Ft. Dodge last Friday, the
race being won in 2:15. This little mare
is showing all kinds of speed and is
steady as clock with her work. She
is entered in the 2:18 pace at the State
Fair next week. E. p. Hamilton, Of
Garden Grove, who is driving her has
also entered his trotting mare Lady
Ontime in the 2:2O trot at the State
Fair.
There was an alarm of fire sent in
from the residence of Add Ausman on
south Main street last Thursday even.
ing about half past five o'clock. A gas.
oline stove was being used by Mr.. Aus
mans mother and one of the burners
leaked and allowed quantity of the
fluid to escape. When the lady lighted
the stove the flames rushed up and
blistered the woodwork and for few
minutes it looked as if the house would
catch fire, but few buckets of water
extinguished the blaze before the fire
department reach the house. 1t was
very lucky the flames did not set fire te
Mrs. Ausman's clothing, and Add is con
graduating himself that it was nc
worse.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

]. H. Crowell, the accommodating
landlord of the Woodmansee House, sur
passed his Fourth of July record in
serving meals on last Saturday, when
1877 persons were served with dinner
and 1874 with supper. They commenced
serving dinner at a quarter past ten and
the dining room was crowded from that
time until two O'clock. Mr.. Crowell
makes special effort to take care of
his patrons on the big days and all who
stopped with him speak we'll of the ex-
cellent meals served.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Arrangements have been made by the
Latter Day Saints for ten days camp
meeting or reunion to be held at Davis
City, beginning Friday, Sept I'd. Plenty
OF good speakers will be in attendance
and an enjoyable time is anticipated.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Miss Lelah Osborn entertained a
small partyeof young ladies at six
o'clock tea at the home of her parents
Monday evening in honor of Miss Abbie
Wells, of Des Moines.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Try Charter Oak wagons. At Bowshel
& Biddison's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

For Oklahoma realty write or call on
G. B. Jordan Enid, o. T. formerly OF
Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Davis City Reunion, August %, "a, q
and 26, 1904.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18
A Big Bowl

A Big Bowl
at
Hotel Crowell
In the Shade,
One quarter Paid;
Gets square Meal!
Come and Deal.
The
Woodmansee House,
Always in the Race;
Not even Flea or Mouse,
Catches Sleeping Place.
.1t* J. H. CROWELL, Prop.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18
Scotch Collie Pups, finely bred, for
sale VIII. HAZLET,
43-tf Leon, Iowa.

DIR. Morris, the dentist, has offices
in the Biggs' block opposite DR.. Fox
worthy's Office. Give him call.
FouND-A lady's cloth jacket, which
the owner can obtain by calling at THE
REPORTER Office and paying for this
notice.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

]. ". Arney, of Davis City, has closed
the sale of his 440 acre farm near Sc
dalia, Mo-, which he received few
months ago in exchange for his stock of
goods at, Davis City to parties at
Princeton, Mo-, taking as part consider
alton fine hotel property at Prince
ton. G. M. Keller and d. w. Stanley
made the trade for him.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

The special sale of stoves, chairs,
safes and bedsteads which was started
last Thursday by Tullis & Avery in the
Evans building on the east side of the
square is still in progress. During the
past week many persons have taken
advantage Of the half-price sale, and
they still have number of special bar
gains in all the lines which you can
afford look at. 52-1t*
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Nobody ever expressed doubt as to
''pulling power of the full page adver-
tisement. Of course page ad costs
money and not every storekeeper can
afford it. But in a great many instances
it costs more money not to use whole
page than it does to use it, for, after all,
the thing which in storekeeping is cost
lest is the patronage you didn't get.
And this expensive item does not figure
with the people who use the whole page
ode
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

We can sell you corn delivered at the
9 depot at go cents by the wagon load.
AKERS & HoUSH.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

At the residence of J. G. Crider, in
High Point township, on last Thursday,
there was pleasant and interesting re-
union of the family of Mrs. Elizabeth J.
Moore in honor of her Saith birthday,
and on this occasion all of her children
we're present with the single exception
of one daughter, Mrs. Jane Stookey, of
Goodhope, Ohio, who is herself we'll
along in years and in such feeble health
that she could not undertake the jour
ney to Iowa. 1t was the first time since
1867 that Mrs. Moore had all of her
children with her, and it had been many
years since some of the brothers and
sisters had seen each other, so that it
was doubly enjoyable to them all. A
bountiful dinner was prepared to which
all did ample justice and the day was
spent in talking over old times. The
children of Grandma Moore who were
present were: Mrs. Mary Johnson, of
Lineville; Mrs. Ella Scarborough, of Kan
sas City, Mo-; Mrs. J. G. Crider, of High
Point; Mrs. Sarah Graham, of Girard
Kansas; Mrs. Rosa Bennett, of Grant
City, Mo-; Mrs. Ella MAGELLAN, of Frank
lin township;J. M. Moore,of Clearfield; J.
W. Moore, of Crown; w. r. Moore, OF
Leon. Mrs. Moore enjoys the honor OF
being grandmother of 81 grandchildren
Sc of them living, and great grand
mother of IS.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

Jesse L. Wion, one of the most popu-
lar young farmers of Bloomington town
ship, was in Leon last Saturday and
made The REPORTER pleasant call.
Mr.. Wion's friends all over the county
have been urging him to make the race
for the democratic nomination for
county auditor this year, and he has
consented to allow his name to be used.
Mr.. Nion was the democratic candidate
for this Office ten years ago, and al
though he was defeated at the election
he made splendid race and ran way
ahead of his ticket. There is not bet
ter man in the county or one who is bet
ter qualified to discharge the duties of
the auditors office than Jesse Wion, and
should he receive the nomination he
would make an active canvass, with
splendid chances of being elected.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

The reunion committee are booking
attractions and concessions for the big
Leon reunion, Sept. 18th to 18th, and
the work of completing arrangements
will be well in hand within the next
two weeks. The reunion this year will
be hummer, so make your arrange
ments to attend all week.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

l have room for ten or twelve head, of
horses or cattle in my pasture near
Leon. Plenty of water. w. T. CooNs..
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

II you want farm sold or want
a farm loan at lowest rate of In
terest and best terms 90 to e. j.
Sankey, southeast corner Main
and Commercial streets, Leon. la.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18
Mrs. John Barry, of Woodland town
ship, is reported quite sick.

Mrs. John Barry, Of Woodland town
ship, is reported quite sick.
The Christian church and Sunday
School enjoyed the pleasures of picnic
at Casters lake Wednesday evening.
We can sell you corn delivered at the
9 depot at go cents by the wagon load.
AKERs & HoUSH.
have room for ten or twelve head of
horses or cattle in my pasture near
Leon. Plenty Of water. w. T. CooNs..
| w. L. Bowman, editor of the King
City, Mo-, Democrat was here yesterday
visiting his mother and other relatives
in this city. -
Notwithstanding the big crowd which
was in town last Saturday the officials
did not find it necessary to make a
single arrest, the crowd being an I'M
usually orderly one.
LosT-In the water closet at the
court house in Leon on Saturday,
August Is, a lady's size gold watch. A
liberal reward will be paid if the finder
will return the watch to THE REPORTER
Office.
A. L. Teale, the Davis City postmaster
brought his family to this city to see
the circus last Saturday, making the
trip in his automobile, which is one Of
the smoothest running machines in this
part of the state. :
At a meeting Of the officers of the
Mexican Veteran Association of Deca-
tur County held at Decatur City on
Monday it was decided to hold their
annual reunion this year during the big
Leon reunion, the date for their meet
ing being Tuesday, Sept. 18th, the first
day Of the reunion.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

purchase you summer deliciaces,
picnic goods, fruits, vegetables,
MELONS, etc, here? They are
fresh at this store.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

The Christian church and Sunday
School enjoyed the pleasures of picnic
at Casters lake Wednesday evening.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1904-08-18

J.F. Hines, the Grand River poultry
man, is making special effort for poul-
try this week, with good prices.
Farmers, it will pay you to take advant-
tage of these opportunities.
#. HINES.
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08
War is on and Japs Looking for Russians.

hitherto of the negotiations, consider
ed it useless to continue diplomatic
relations and would take such steps as
it deemed proper for the protection of
Japan's interests. In obedience to
instructions, therefore, he asked for
his passports.
Exactly what passed at this inter
view is not known. except that Count
Lamsdorff expressed surprise and regres
at this hasty resolve of the mikado' s
government. Nj. Kurino received his
passports, and after consulting with
Sir 9. S. Scott, the British ambassa-
dor here, he returned to his legation.
were the preparations fer his depar-
ture had already commenced.
Another version at the time M
Kurino notified Count Lamsdorff of
the course his government had elected
to pursue, is that the Russian reply
was not in the possession of Baron
de Rosen, but in the telegraph Office
here awaiting transmission, and that
it was withdrawn before being dis
patched.
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

that the petition of the Russian note
to Japan might be followed by an act
on the part of the Japanese to plunge
the countries into war, the startling
action Of Japan in severing diplomat
ic relations with Russia before the
actual delivery of the Russian note
came like a bolt from a clear sky. 1t
was believed that the receipt of the
note might have unmasked an ultima
tum, but that Japan should sever dip
lomatic relations. a step little short
of declaration of war, was almost
like a blow in the face under the
present circumstances; and it is re-
sented here accordingly.
The authorities believe this action
places Japan distinctly in the wrong
before the world. and moreover is
such a ''pieee of impudenoe" as it is
denominated here. The news that
at anv moment Japan had drawn the
sword. that the first clash had come,
would not be surprising.
The events leading to Japan's S
abrupt action have occurred with
great rapidity. At O'Clock yester-
day afternoon, NJ. sKurino. the Jap
anese minister here. presented himself
Mt the foreign office and informed for
eign minister Lamsdorff that his gov
ernment, in view of the delay with
the Russian answer and the futility
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

Ranchmen and Poultry Raisers. -
Royal Poultry Mixture. manufactured
by Royal Operative Co of Indian
apolis, Ind, is warranted to inclease
your egg receiuts or money refunded 4;
price 81 per package, 6 packages for 50.
prepaid. Royal Lice Killer is war
rented to kill all mites and lice on
your poultry in one day or money re-
funded. Give it trial. Address all
order to A. NJ. Heubert, Ridgway,
Colorado
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

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The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

Stop and think about your eyes,
They often pain you a little. You
simply give them rest, and you are
rslieyed But they ought not to pain
you with ordinary use. There is
something wrong. Let us test them.
We make no charge for that and if
you need glasses, or if it comes from
ssne other cause, we will tell you.
In any event we refund your money
when our glasses are not perfectly
satisfactory We being tax payers
and permanently located here make
our guarantee of value to you Bee
ware of trancients or irresponsible
opticians. They rarely give you value
Bring us your fine Watch repairing
We do all kinds of repairing and have
expert workmen to attend to it for
you. We will do just as good as can
be had anywhere.
S. w. Moody JeWeIry Co.
Phone junction is.
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

Special to Tine Sentinel.
St. Petersburg. Feb. s.
An advance attachment of
Russian cavalry is leaving
Mukden for Korea. Report
ed a Jaanese squadron off
Wea- Hal Wei, north coast.
Shantung Peninsula, with
the object of intereepting
Russian ships coming from
Europe.
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

There will be no meeting of Elks
lodge tonight on account of the lee
ture and the Schumaun concert com
pany. A.
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

London. Feb. 8. Report
ed that Strong fleet Japanese
warships. on their way to
Chemulpo. Korea has sliced
several Russian trading
steamers japanese have
also cut Korean cable.
Baron Hayashi announced
that military steps contem-
plated by japan for p -eserya-
tion of its interests in the
Far East have commenced.
Says that this does not mean
actual hQstilities. but .strate-
gic action in pouring ia
panese troops into Korea
and Manchuria. He regards
the breaking off OF negotla-
tions as tantamount to war.
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08
STRICKEN CITY.
$25O,OOO,OOO WORTH OF PROPERTY
DESTROYED BY fire IN BAL TIMOF
Special to The Sentinel.

Baltimore, Feb. s., p. After burning u hours
fire checked at this afternoon. Two square miles
of the business center burned and loss $3.50 900 OOO
Geedng the Chicago fire loss by almost $1OOOOO.OOO
Insurance loss estimated at $3O0OOOOO. An extra
sion of the legislature has been called and the city will
be put under martial law and business suspended for
days. Only life lost during the fire.
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

st. Petersburg. Feb. Although
rhe fear was general here yesterday
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08

We have some specials
to offer you at tine Pic
ture Shop of Fotograter
Dean and it will pay
you to look it up. See
The daily sentinel., 1904-02-08
A''':;:;''. ::' (; 3;:;:';''.IhcFair'. Fl E;;::: E;::: &.
There's lois doing at The Fair

all the time possibly little more than usual
week not much space to quote prices, so we II
ton but a few; plenty of other values equ
attractive