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The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

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Th fslIswinx dspaeeh, under q Tal.
lahaess6 date Ins u November q ap-
psarsd y DE Times Union Of IL ~
inst.: -
Hon. J. o. Wright, Of Washington, 9
special representative Of the United
States Depaytment Of Agriculture, ar
rived here Monday night 70 confer with
Governor BFOwaFd and the other tTue-
teeB Of the Internal Improvement Fund
relative 70 having exhaustive surveys
Of the florida Everglades made By en-
gineers 81 the Federal government
Col. Wrght's present mission b pre-
liminaEy to the great WOra Of survey
ing the 'giades. He comes % the State
capitol TO familiarize himself with al
accessible records, and 70 acquire what
ever information the trustees may be
able 70 supply. With this in hand, his
engineers win take the field in the
Everglades and complete surveys will
be made 50 thorough and comprehen.
sive that they will forever set at rest
the moOted questions as the feasibility
and coat Of retaining that vast region,
ag well as It's probable agricultural
adaptabiIity and value when drained.
It Is q great work and may require
several years for completion.
A casual reading Of the above would
leave the inference that this survey is
to be made at the instance Of Governor
Broward and the trustees Of the Internal
Improvement Fund; that they are en-
titled to the credit of securing this
much-needed survey by the general
government and without expense to
the people Of Florida.
This IL not true. The entire credit
for this work Is solely due to the efforts
of Hon Frank Clark, member of Con-
gresssfrom this district When Gov
ernOr BrOwards proposed drainage
amendment TO the constitution of
Florida began to attract the attention
of the State, and the Governor had
commenced his campaign for it's adop-
ton by the people, Mr.. Clark, believing
that the State would not undertake
this great and expensive work without
first ascertaining these things, viz; The
practicability Of drainage, the cost of
drainage and the probable value of the
lands after drainge, and realizing that
these three things could only be ascer-
tanned definitely and intelligently by a
complete and accurate survey, went in
person to see Mr.. Wilson, Secretary o.
and appealed to him to
have the survey made at the expense
Of the Federal government, by the
corps of engineers in his department.
Secretary Wilson promised Mr.. Clark,
both orally and by letter, to do this,
and 1t will be remembered that the
letter to Mr.. Clark was
published generally by the newspapers
IF the State during~the campaign.
We are making this statement in the
interest Of the truth Of history. Mr..
Clark is entitled to sole credit for this
survey, which was the only
sensible thing to do before agitating
he question Of drainage at all. Gaines
vile Sun.
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IL Is q mistake, always, to discontin- |
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

It Is a mistake, always, to discontin-
ne, or hold up for q time, in advertis-
ing your business. Now days, when
competition Is surely the life of trade,
continued and persistent publicity is
the wedge that splits into and secures
to q judiciOus advertiser his share Of
patronage. II you wish people to keep
your name and business in mind that
you benefit by It, you must invite it
through your home local Newspaper, and
The True Democrat covers this field
thoroughly. You cannot afford to not
advertise, and you make q mistake II
you do not renew and keep an adver-
tisement in its columns regularly.
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

Among thoughtful men in all parts
of Florida Hon. s. j. Hilburn's contri-
button to snti-drainage literature Is
conceded 10 have been one Of the most
telling arguments made for the defeat
of that iniguitOus measure II awoke
hundreds of honest citizens TO the vital
Importance Of it's defeat. --Palatka
News.
True to the fullest, and It is to such
men as Mr.. Hllburn throughout the
State that we Floridians must look to
help overthrow the trickster, scheminR
element that would rule us with an
'Tron Rod" II q change is not brought
about. Our better public men must
come out In the open and lend hand
In clearing away the clouds and getting
rid Of that element, which II not
checked, will keep a cloud over Florida
public affairs and eventually bankrupt
US. Come out to the man, gentlemen,
and do your duty. Your country needs
you, and there must be no fence riders
In the future.
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30


II was generally conceded, we be.
lieve, that Hon. John Beard was
worsted In his debates with Governor
Broward, but when Mr.. Beard asked
the Governor II an understanding had
been reached with the L. & N. railway
whereby the railway was to have q
large tract Of Everglades land and a
large sum Of money Tor the withdrawal
Of It's law suit, he struck the drainage
clause q heavy blow, The Governor
didn't answer the question, and whether
right or wrong, the conviction spread
that Mr.. Beard had put the Governor
In q hole. = Starke Telegraph.
SO Hon John s. Beard was not 80
completely "put TO rOut" as the Gov
ernor's henchman was wont to make us
Floridians believe, after all. But has
there ever been any explanation as to
why Governor Broward was, all the
way through his Stump-speaking tour
Of the State, so amazingly easy, silent
and considerable of the l.. & NJ, while
he was so lavishly denouncing other
railroads, claiming they owned every
soul that differed with him, and his
very olVN, and abusing US newspaper
men AZ paid allies, subsidized hirelings,
etc., etc, etc, etc.
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

The general verdict throughout the
State IL that the Tampa far was q
complete and surprising success, and
that lie success was almost wholly due
10 the indomitable energy and extra
ordinary executive ability Of Mr.. Thos.
J. Lund-BrOwn, the dIrectOr-general.
In view Of his remarkable talents, some
enc has made the excellent suggestion
that he should be engaged TO secure
and install q State exhibit at the
Jamestown Exposition.
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

Governors BlOxham and Fleming, the
only two living ex.Governors OF the old
school, true and tried, are universally
loved by FloridiapS, and the mere men.
tiOn Of their names In connection with
affairs starts up an enthusiasm that
travels from one end of this State to
the other, Pity those who have fol-
lowed since their days of active public
life do not command that same uni
yersal love and respect.
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

Do not look anything but pleasant
when the tax collector comes around,
as the whole State will now have to pay
for the drainage Of millions Of acres Of
land belonging 10 q few sQuandering
corporations. Polk County Record.
Do not borrow trouble until II is
thrust upon you No Floridian need
fear 1.-THE collectors coming around
after drainage taxes, in our humble
opinion. We believe all that tommy
rot and foolish extravaganza, with all
frills, receptions, etc., will be set down
on 30 hard at the next session Of the
Legislature that even Governor Brow
ard will wish he had never done 80.
The people of Florida have spoken In UNI
mistaken language, and We believe even
now some people very closely connected
with those double-barrelled boards are
laying plans TO hedge. We expect soon
10 see more than one Of them getting
on the public sentiment band wagon,
and we understand other members
have always opposed the high-handed
methods Of dealing with those who op-
posed the NOgul CSarS.
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

ne Pert alysra TroI 81 Breeze calla
upen The Tkns Democrat Cor inEorfia-
ton concerning ths assessment Of rail
road property for taxation, intimating
that the railroads are practically sx-
empt from taxation"
The editor of the Breeze is q new
conner TO Florida or he might have
known that only BY ofIieiaI dsreIletion
can the railroads escape taxation. II
he had even consulted the statute book,
he would have learned that under the
provisions Of Chapter 46l6 C. 8. 649)
the officials Of each railroad corpora
ton are required to make annual re-
turns Of corporation property subject
70 taxation, and II such returns are not
made, or incorrectly give the value Of
the property returned, 1t Is the duty Of
the Comptroller with the assistance
and advice Of the Treasurer and Attor-
ney. GeneraD to assess the true Valua-
ton and apportion the same among the
several cities and counties through or
within which the property is situated,
80 that the local tax collectors may
collect the tax imposed by law.
Hence II will be seen, as stated above,
that If any railroad corporation is
practically exempt, It Is the fault Of
the Comptroller, primarily, in failing
70 see that the listing and valuations
Of lie property correctly get on to the
tax books, or Of that Official in con-
junction with the others named
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

The effort to make Hernando wet
county was = signal failure. The vote
against whisky was Eve 70 one. Good
for Hornando. Gainesville Sun.
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The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

subscribs for The True Democrat.
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

The beautiful daisies which sprouted
in the drainage board flower garden are
now said to be vieing with the pis.ks In
the same vineyard, 10 get again into
the good gTaceS Of the people, the gen.
tie little violet looks on and smiles, for
les day will come; but the big sun Fowsr
Of tho same patch "a huge tGrnip)
threatens us oil with passing bills at
the next session (which will cause
weeping, walling and gnashing Of
teeth, " The world moves on, however,
and In the coming campaign a great
many explanations will have TO be
made
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

Yesterday was Thanksgiving, 'tis
generally agreed that almost all Of us
have much to be thankful for. and that
most Of " passed this Thanksgiving
season In the true Thanksgiving spirit.
Lets not let Il end with the day set
apart as General Thanksgiving, keep
Ing within ourselves, always, TO be
thankful for the blessings that have
been bestowed upon us. determining
that the remaining years Of our lives
shall be given 10 being cheerful, doing
good, always putting forth an effort 60
bring Sunshine Int0 the life OF aome
ether one Nay the true Thanksgiving
spirit always abide within us
The weekly true Democrat. (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1905-1912, 1906-11-30

During the campaign. while Governor
Fleming was making his canvass Of the
State, the republican platform of that
year suggested pride in the past and
hope for the future" and the Governor
handled Il thusly; "They have no
more cause 10 be proud Of their past
than they have 10 be hopeful Of their
future" Nor have some Of our Off
eials, OF the present day, any more
cause for pride In the past, and about
a. much hope for the future Florid-
ians are again having their eyes
opened. and we believe the future holds
slight hopes for "some Of Them" In
the near future a. officials.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15
A Surprise Party,

Sunday, November 18th being Miss
Gertrude McNelly's eighteenth birth
day, her friends and relatives planned
surprise for her Saturday evening.
Promptly at seven o'clock merry
crowd of thirty-six young folks gather
ed at the home of her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. John McNelly, near Davis City,
where they were delightfully."- entertain
ed. The evening was spent in playing
games and some excellent music was
furnished. At eleven o'clock delicious
supper was served which was very
much appreciated by all. Miss Gertie
received several nice presents. The
guests departed at a late hour wishing
her many more such birthdays.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15
Lawrence Gould Killed in Califor-
MIA.

The sad news was received at Van
Vert Sunday of the death of Lawrence
Gould, former popular young man of
that town, who was killed in a railroad
accident in California last Saturday.
Mr.: Gould was employed for some time
on the K. & w. and last spring went to
California with his wife, making his
home at San Barnardino. He was en-
ployed as brakeman onj the Southern
Pacific railroad. No particulars of his
death have been received aside from
the announcement that he had been
killed. His remains will be brought to
Van Vert this week for burial
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

The pocket book lost by Mrs. Il. H..
Sharp last week containing several
pieces of valuable jewelry, was found
by Uncle George Johnson, the we'll
known old colorcd gentleman and re-
turned to Mrs. Sharp, 1t was FORUM
ate thing that the pocket book was
found by such an honest person as Uncle
George and Mrs. Sharp rewarded him in
suitable manner for his honesty.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

The first number of the Library lee
ture course, Rev. Ii. w. Sears in his
lecture, "More Tatfy and Less Epitaphy'
was greeted with good sized audience
at the opera hall last Thursday evening.
Mr.. Sears evidently pleased part Of
the audience with his fast talking and
recital of old worn out stories, but to
many Of the audience his lecture was
great disappointment, and it is to be
hoped the other numbers Of the course
will give better satisfaction.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

The annual election of officers of Leon
Chapter No. 80, r. A. Nj. will be held on
on Wednesday evening, Nov. 2lst. All
members are requested to be present.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

Donald We're, the sixteen months old
son of DR.. and Mrs. T.. S. Duff died at
their home in GAINESVILLE at noon Sunday,
his death being caused from an attack
of measles followed by pneumonia. The
funeral was held at GAINESVILLE Monday
afternoon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

II you want farm sold or want
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, 1906-11-15

Elder E. M. Romine, of Des Moines,
occupied the pulpit at the Christian
church in this city last Sunday morning
and evening, and arrangements have
been made for him to preach at the
church in this city regularly each Sun
day until the first of the year, when it
is more than likely that he will be per-
manently employed as the regular
pastor.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

Despite the disturbed political condi-
tions, it is gratifying to notice that
there are 3O,O00,OOO turkeys fattening
for Thanksgiving.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

Remember our stock of paints, oils,
varnishes, brushes, etc. is complete, so
while you are buying wall paper from
us at 20 per cent off the regular price,
do not fail to get what you want in that
line at W. c. Stempel & Co.'S.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

Mr.. A. S. Millsap, who lives three
miles north of Decatur City, was in
Leon Saturday getting bills printed for
his sale on Tuesday, Nov. Goth. Mr..
Millsap last week sold the east 12O
acres of his farm to Mr.. j. r. Campbell,
of Iowa county, for $4,000 cash.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

DR.. B. L. Eiker, of this city, was at
Corydon last Thursday attending the
meeting of the Appanoose-W Wayne
county medical society.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

NoTICE-All persons are hereby warn
ed not to hunt on my farm with dog OF
guns, as all tresspassers will be prose-
cuted according to law.
1886 w. L. ARMSTRONG.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

The first snow of the season came
Tuesday evening about five inches fall
ing between 6 and l | o'clock.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

Get your horses ready for the big
horse sale of the Leon Horse Co., at
Leon Friday, Nov. 10th.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

The ladies of the Baptist church will
serve dinner and supper at the Hotel
Denison on Friday. Nov. 10th.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

For SALE-Buff and Barred Plymouth
Rock cockerels. w. r. CHAsTAIN,
12-1t* Leon, Iowa, r. f. D. No. 2.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

The Leon public library will be open
Monday, Thursday and Saturday even
ings of each week.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

For sale or exchange for good corn
one pure Scotch and two Scotch Topped
dark red yearling bulls that retain the
imported blood of good bone and breed
ing. John w. Long, Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

EOR SALE.-Hand made double buggy
harness, almost new, also new buggy
pole. l. E. Cornelius, Leon, Iowa. 12tf.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

The first big horse sale of the Leon
Horse Co., will be held at Leon on Fri
day, Nov. 16. Get your horses ready.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

David McCutchan brought rare old
curiosity to THE REPORTER office last
Saturday which now ornaments the
editors home. 1t is an old tamrack
jug, made in 1927 and brought to this
country from Germany. 1t was made
by hand and was originally filled with
German beer. Mr.. McCutchan found
the jug while digging cellar at Bell
field, N. D., last summer, buried about
twelve feet under ground.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15
Underwear en'S

This department is in splendid
condition to supply your wants.
Some extraordinary good values are
offered. All we ask is a chance to
show you.
Union suits, per suits s. and ST.
Wool two-piece suits in gray or
salmon color, all sizes, worth $3.50
per suit, at per suit. $3.50
Heavy aeeced shirts and drawers
each. ..... ...............4 5c
Wright's health underwear, heavy
wool fleeced, per suit $500
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

If you have any horses you want to
sell get them in condition at once and
enter them at the big horse sale held
by the Leon Horse Co. on Friday, Nov.
18th
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

No offs or and's" but straight 20 per
cent discount on all wall paper purchas-
ed at w. G. Stempel & Co.'s.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

Elder A. E. Hatch will begin meetings
at the Advent Christian church Sun
day, Nov. %, 1906.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

All nice, clean and up-to-date pat
terms is what our stock of wall paper
consists of, and all will so at 80 cents
on the dollar to make room for the new
goods coming in. VIC. STENlPEL & Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

For SALE-Buggy and harness. Call
of mornings at the Methodist parson-
age. j. L, BOYD.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

For RENT-Seven room house nnorth
Leon. Apply at Thompson & Warmers
store,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

At the regular meeting Of Tripolis
Commandery knights Templars last Fri
day evening, the following officers were
elected for the ensuing year:
Eminent Commander Horace Farquhar.
Generalissimo-Dr j. w. Rowell.
Captain General-Dr. H. r.. Layton.
Prelate-Dr. r. A. Bowman.
Treasurer-W. A. Boone.
Secretary-James f. Harvey.
Commander Farquhar has not made
his appointments of the appointive Of
ficers, and they will be announced at the
next regular meeting in December, at
which time the new officers will be in
stalled.
Mrs. E. E. Bell entertained about
thirty lady friends at reception Mon
day afternoon from 2:30 to 5 o'clock, III
honor of her aunts, Mrs. Lille Johnson,
of Greencastle, Mo-, and Miss Birdie
Lester, of Salem, Iowa. Miss Enid Alex
ander presided at the punch bowl and
the hostess was assisted in serving by
Mrs. o. G.. Clark and Miss Margaret
Hurst. A literary contest was feature
OF the afternoon prize being given to
the successful contestant which was
won by Mrs. E. H. Sharp. Each guest
was asked to write toast on souvenir
pastal card for the guests of honor.
Chrysanthemums were used for the
decorations and the guests spent most
delightful afternoon.
They are telling good one on DR..
Wales, of Davis City, who is member
of the pension board which meets in
this city to examine the old veterans
who want an increase in their pension.
On the last examination day they had
finished the work except one old soldier
and DR.. Bowman told Wales they were
through except one more old man. He
then stepped out of the office for few
minutes and when he came back Wales
had one of his regular patients in the
examination room, measuring and ex-
aiming him. and had the papers all
made out recommending good sized
pension for him, when Bowman came in
and wanted to know what he was doing,
for the old man was not soldier at all,
but had called at the Office to get some
medicine.
Alex and David Ironsides, of west of
town, two of our prosperous and highly
respected citizens, departed Monday on
an extended trip to their native
country, Scotland, going direct to
Aberdeen. The Ironside boys have for
many years resided in this county, and
this is the first time Alex has been
back to Scotland for nineteen years,
having come here the first time twenty
eight years ago. David came over
twenty years ago, and this is the first
time he has been back. Their many
friends wish them safe voyage and an
enjoyable trip. They will make quite
an extended visit, having arranged
their business affairs so they can be
absent a year should they desire to
stay that long.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

FoUND-A Shriner's pin, which the
owner can obtain by calling at The
REPORTER Office.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15
UnderWear--LadieS'

Our purchases for this section
are much larger than usual and it's
to your advantage, as these values
couldn't be offered if bought on the
present market.
Union suits 25c, SOC, 75c, 500,
SI.5o, $500.
Cashmere two-piece suit, per gar
ment ......,......... SI.oo
Heavy wool two-piece suits, per
garment ..75c
Extra heavy cotton two-piece
suits, per garment. .45c
Heavy cotton two-plece suits, per
garment &c
Black ribbed tights ST and soc
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

STOCK WANTED want 100 head of
stock to feed hay. Plenty of water.
lift. w. Il. SHINN, Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

For SALE OR RENT--A good 12O acre
farm also 200 acres of pasture, miles
northwest of Van Vert.
ACKERLY & SHIELDS,
Grand River, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

See w. H. or f. L. Jenkins for good
brick. 6-tf.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

For SALE-White Leghorn ROSTERS.
j.. w. Frost, RED. No. 2, Leon, la. 9-4t*
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

20 per cent off on wall paper.
W. C. STENIpEI. & Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

This is the time of year when there
is considerable talk among the farmers
about how much corn man can shuck
in day. The three Spicer boys Of
Leon claim they can shuck 400 bushels
of corn in ten hours, and one of the
boys makes the claim that he can shuck
IS bushels of corn quicker than any
man in Decatur county. The boys are
ready to back their claims on both
propositions and will wager $500 on
either or both of the propositions.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1906-11-15

Now that it is all settled that we are
to have fine new court house. we can't
take up much time discussing that
vexed question any more, but new one
has arisen and it is "Shall we have a
town clock on the new court house?'
In every city where new court house
has been built for the last twenty
years this question has waxed warm,
and Leon might as we'll get mixed up
over it first as last, for it will surely
come.