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The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30

Ancient Craft. May the building here
to be erected, be conducted and COM
pleted amid the blessings of Plenty,
Health and Peace"
The stone was then consecrated with
corn, wine and oil, according to the
ancient ceremonies. The corn was not
corn, but barley, that being the corn of
ancient time, and the corn of the present
day being unknown at that time. AS
the Deputy Grand Master scattered the
corn upon the stone he said: 81 scatter
this corn as an emblem of plenty. May
the blessings of Bounteous Heaven be
showered upon us, and upon this and all
like noble undertakings, and may the
Grand Architect of the Universe inspire
the hearts of the people with virtue,
wisdom and gratitude" A burning
white taper was placed on the east side
of the stone.
The Senior Grand Warden poured wine
upon the stone, saying: 81 pour this
wine as an emblem of Joy and gladness.
May the Great Ruler of the Universe
preserve to the people of this, our be-
loved country, peace and harmony. and
vouchsafe to them joy and gladness and
every blessing" A burning red taper
was placed on the west side of the
stone.
The Junior Grand Warden poured oil
on the stone, saying: 81 pour this oil
as an emblem of peace. May it's bless
ings abide with us continually, and may
the Grand Master of Heaven and earth
shelter and protect the widow and
orphan, and vouchsafe to them and the
bereaved, the afflicted and sorrowing
everywhere, the enjoyment of every
good and perfect gift" A burning blue
taper was placed on the south side of
the stone.
Grand Master Cleveland then said:
"May the corn of nourishment, the wine
of refreshment, and the oil of joy. to-
gether with all the necessaries of life,
abound abundantly among men through
out the whole world. May the blessing
of Almighty God rest upon this UNDER
taking. May he protect the workmen
from every accident. May the structure,
here to be erected, be planned in wis
dom, supported by strength, and adorned
in beauty. And may it long be pre-
served, as monument of the energy
and liberality of it's founders, and of
this free and enlightened government
under whose protecting care it is our
privilege to live" After striking the
stone three times with his gavel, he
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30

The custom dates back for ages, the first
reference to the corner stone laying
being found in the holy bible, where it
is mentioned in the book of Job, and tho
fact that the Masonic lodge is the only
order founded upon operative building.
His remarks were of great interest to
all who heard than, and it was regretted
that everyone could not hear the
speaker.
Judge Fl. M. Towner, of Corning, was
the speaker of the day, and he is always
fluent and eloquent talker, and on this
occasion he was at his best, for no one
will appreciate the magnificent new
structure more than Judge Towner, and
he spends a number Of weeks in the
court house each year. He referred to
the old ramshackle structure, in an
amusing manner, saying that even while
court was in session the bats and rats,
sparrows and owls used it for home,
while he had seen the rain pour through
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30

our time" The Grand Secretary then
read a list of the contents of the casket,
which contained the following:
Holy Bible, presented by Leon Chapter,
No. 352, o. L. S., and roster of members
in Decatur county.
Historical sketch written by Mrs. F.
f. Thompson.
A copy OF each of the newspapers
published in Decatur county.
Silver and copper coins of the mintage
of 1906.
Roster of county officials from 1874,
when the court house and records were
destroyed by fire, to 1907.
Roster of city officials Of city of Leon.
List of contributors to Decatur county
court house fund.
Roster of the official proceedings of
the voting of bonds for the erection Of
the new court house.
Copy Of the official register of Iowa
for 1907.
Journal Of proceedings of Grand
Lodge X. of P. for 1906, and roster of
members of Hesperia Lodge No. 33, X.
of P. Of Leon.
Journal of the proceedings of Grand
Lodge |. o. o. f., for 1906, and roster of
members OF subordinate lodges and en-
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30

ordered the brethren to unite wi III him
in giving the public grand honors.
|. experimenting architect j. j. Peter
son, who has charge Of the building of
the new court house was presented to
the Grand Master, who officially de-
livered to him the implements of opera
tive masonry, the square, level rand
plumb, saying as he did SO: Worthy
Sir: Having thus, as Grand Master of
Masons in Iowa, laid this corner stone,
now deliver these implements of
operative masonry into your hands with
the fullest confidence that, by your skill
and tact, aided by faithful craftsmen,
fabric will Use which shall add new
lustre to this city and state. May there
he no envy, discord, nor confusion,
among the workmen. May the important
duties confided to you be performed, not
only to the satisfaction of those who
have entrusted you with their fulfill
ment, but in such a manner as shall
secure the appreciation of your own
conscience, and thereby rebound to the
honor of our common country"
The Grand Marshal then made the fol-
l0wing proclamation: "In the name of
the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of
Iowa, Ancient, Free and Accepted
Masons, lnow proclaim that the corner
stone OF the structure here to be erected,
has this day been proved square, level
and plumb, true and trusty, and laid ac-
cording to the rules of our Ancient
Craft, by the Grand Master of Masons.
AT the conclusion of the ceremonies
proper, Grand Master Cleveland made
an impromptu talk, remarking that as
he was to be followed by Judge Towner
as the principal orator, he would con-
fine himself entirely to historical facts
;cohcerning the origin of the ceremony
ofdaying the corner stone, and why it
was done by the Masonic fraternity.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30
campments of Decatur county.
Roster of members of B, A. Y. Of D.

campments OF Decatur county.
Roster of members of B. A. Y. of De
catur county.
Proceedings of Grand Lodge A. F. &
A. NJ, for 1906, and roster of members OF
Decatur county, Iowa.
Roster of members of Tripolis Com
mandery No. 60, knights Templar.
Roster of officers of Emergent Grand
Lodge A. F. & A. Nj.
Roster of officers and members of Leon
Camp No. 1746. NJ, w. A.
Roster of officers and members of Leon
Camp No. 161, w. o. W.
Roster of officers and members of
Chapter W, p. E. o. Society and copy of
p. E. o. Record.
Roster of Leon Post No. 251 q. A. r.
and roll of members of 33rd annual en-
campment Department of Iowa, G. A. r..
Roster of officers, teachers and pupils
of Leon public schools.
Roster of officers and members of Leon
Temple No. 120, Pythian Sisters. Pro-
ceedings of 10th annual session of Grand
Temple Pythian Sisters of Iowa.
While the choir sang an appropriate
anthem the order was given to lower
the stone, and it settled snugly in place
where it will remain for ages to come,
the square, level and plumb being tried
upon it and the stone was found to be
exactly square, level and plumb, the
workmen having attending to this detail
with minute care.
Upon being assured by the officers
that the stone was properly deposited
Grand Master Cleveland announced:
This corner stone has been tested by
the proper indictments of MasOnery
find that the craftsmen have skillfully
and faithfully performed their duty, and
| declare this corner stone to be well
formed, true and trusty, and correctly
laid, according to the rules of our
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30
We Stand Corrected.
Garden Grove. Iowa. Nav Is. 190

Garden Grove, Iowa, May 2S, 1907.
EDITOR REPORTER: You were in error
in making the statement in last weeks
Reporter that the laying of the corner
stone of the court house was the first
time a corner stone was ever laid by
the Grand Lodge of Masons in Decatur
county. On the 22d day of July 1908
the corner stone of our new school
house was laid by the Grand Lodge.
Although the Grand Master was not
here in person, he, by proper creden-
tials, made me his representative and
we had the Grand Lodge jewels and
paraphernalia and the Grand Lodge was
opened in ample form, in emergent ses-
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30

IL
for her temple of Justice. His
condemnation of the old court house and
graphic description of the trials of those
who were compelled to attend court
within it's to5tering walls caused much
from this subject Judge Towner turned
his attention to the use and abuse If
the courts, and we regret exceedingly
that we cannot publish his address IN
full, for it was rare gem. He criticized
the application of justice in many in
stances, and said if man was guilty of
a crime he should be punished, and the
jury who tried guilty man should be
censured if they acquitted him. The
law should be upheld and the guilty be
made to suffer, while on the other hand
it should vindicate those wrongfnlly
accused. When he said if there was a
judge who failed to do his full duty on
the bench, the people should see that
he was retired he struck popular
chord among his hearers. He also re-
minded every good citizen that it was
duty they owed their country and
their state to aid the court in every
manner possible to enforce the laws,
and if man was drawn to serve on a
jury he should not expect or ask the
court to excuse him simply because his
private business affairs would suffer
some, for they should be willing to make
some sacrifice. Judge Towner spoke for
nearly an hour yet he commanded the
strictest attention of his hearers, and
every word he uttered was fully appre-
ciated.
AT the conclusion of Judge Towners
address the benediction was pronounced
by Rev. Joe Goodseii, ana the cere-
monies were at an end.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30
NOTES.

The citizens of Leon and especially
the Masonic fraternity feel under obl-
cations. to the Garden Grove band, the
boys coming to Leon for their expenses.
They are no strangers to Leon people
for they have furnished excellent music
here on previous occasions, and their
presence added greatly to the pleasures
of the day.
The threatening rain drove the bulk Of
the big crowd home early, but many
remained in the city until late in the
evening.
The Masons held special meeting in
the evening at which there was third
degree work, which was witnessed by
many visitors from the surrounding
towns, NJ. w. G. M. Cleveland presiding
and the stations being filled principally
by visiting brethren.
Grand Master Cleveland passed quite
a compliment on the Emergent Grand
Officers selected by d. G. M. Stempel to
assist with the corner stone ceremonies,
saying he had never had better officials
and everything moved off like clockwork.
People were presentat the corner stone
ceremonies from township in the county,
and the universal pride of all was
noticeable. Every good citizen of
Decatur county is rejoicing that at last
we are to have court house which will
be credit to Decatur county.
The Knights Templar made fine
showing mounted on horseback.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30
VIEW OF THE CROWD AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER.

sion for ceremonial purposes the same;
as at Leon last Thursday.
/ thought would call your attention
to the matter. refer you to Grand
Lodge proceedings of 1904 Grand Mas
ter Clark's address for reference to the
matter. Yours truly,
S. II. AMOS. @
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30
HON. H. NJ. TowNER, of Corning, Iowa

the roof in torrents so that it was
necessary to use umbrellas in the court
room. He predicted that the building
of the new court house marked new
era of prosperity fer Decatur county,
and rightly said that it was not a luxury,
bnt necessity, and the county could
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1907-05-30
License to Wed.

John I. Travis, Kansas City, Kas. ~. 26
Martha Bnrnette Lovett, st. Joe, Mo-. ~
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
BIsak,stanglsf.

John Blank, a-promineut mining man
of this and Clear Creek county, was
united in wedlock Tuesday afternoon
to Miss Rosa Stangier. The ceremony
was performed in Idaho Springs. After
the nuptial knot was tied the bride and
groom returned to the home of the for
mer's parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Chris STAN
gier, residing on the Hall ranch, where
reception was held. Aside from Mr..
and Mrs. Peter Stangier and August
Stangier of this city, other relatives of
the contracting parties were present;
also friends of the bride and groom from
Idaho Springs. The new Mrs. Blank is
Gilpin county product and is an attrac-
tive young lady. She and her husband
have the well wishes of the residents of
this county as well as Clear Creek for a
long and happy voyage on the matri-
monial waters.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Resolutions Of Coincidence.

To the officers and members of Black
Hawk Fire Department.
We, your committee, appointed to
draft resolutions on the death of our
brother fireman, James Sanderson, re-
spectfully submit the following:
Whereas, The Supreme Ruler has
seen fit to remove from our midst Bro.
Fireman James Sanderson, and,
Whereas, 1t is the desire of the Black
Hawk Fire Department to extend its
sympathy to the bereaved wife and
friends who have been deprived of a
loving husband and kind friend, there
fore, be it
Resolved, BY the members of the
Black Hawk Fire Department, that
while we humbly bow in submission to
the most high and gracious Ruler, we
must not mourn his loss or feel his alb
sence, knowing that he has been called
to meet the most gracious Father on
high, therefore, be it
Resolved, That in the death of James
Sanderson, the fire department has lost
an active and useful member, therefore,
be it
Resolved, That copy of these reso-
lutions be presented to the bereaved
and sorrowing wife, also that the same
be spread upon the records of the fire
department and published in the Gilpin
Observer, and be it further
Resolved, That the fire house be drap-
ed in mourning for the period of thirty
days. THoRvALD Crook,
PAUL MILLER,
JOHN CURRY,
Committee.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Call for Warrants.

Parties holding registered warrants
issued by the City of Central, marked
"City," dated prior to July lst, 1906,
and bearing any number below 653l, or
registered warrants issued by the City
of Central, marked Water" dated
prior to July lst, 1906 and bearing any
number below 6531, are requested to
present the same for payment on or be-
fore July 27, 1907. Interest on said
warrants will cease on that date.
M. j. LEAHY,
City Treasurer.
Dated at Central City, Colo, June Ia,
1907.
First pub. Oct. 17-last Nov. ID.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Inquest Held Over the Remains Of Edward Cox.

An inquest was held Friday morning
over the remains of Edward Cox, the
miner who was killed in the Aduddell
mine last Thursday afternoon shortly
after the forms of the Observer had
been closed. At the inquest the jury
found that Cox had come to his death
through carelessness. He was working
in stope in the mine and close to quit
ting time had spit his holes. 1t seems
that he failed to get away from the
shots before they went off and was
struck by the rock thrown by the force
of the explosion. Evidently he had turn
ed to look around at the holes before he
reached place of safety, as his face
was badly smashed by the flying rock.
Edward Cox was 21 years of age and
had been in this country little more
than month. He came here from
England. After arriving in the county
he went to work on the Old Town and
had only put in few shifts on the
Aduddell. The youngman had no rela-
tives in this country aside from an aunt,
Mrs. Clara Philips of Russell Gulch,
with whom he boarded. He has a
mother and father living in England.
The funeral was held from the M. E.
church in Russell Gulch Sunday after
noon at o'clock.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Russell Couple Wed.

Married-At the residence of the
brides grandmother, Mrs. NJ. Klien, in
Russell Gulch, Colo, October 18th,
1907, Markes E. Fletcher and Miss
Elizabeth Klein. Justice Thomas
Hooper, officiated. The wedding was a
very quiet affair owing to the recent
bereavement the family had to bear.
Among those present were Mrs. M.
Klein, Alex Klien, Oscar Klien, Jr.,
Mr.. and Mrs. R. H. Rickard, Mr.. and
Mrs. VIM. Stearns, Mr.. and Mrs. John
Mellow, George Miller and Nat. Lewis.
Elegant refreshments were served by
Mrs. M. Klein. The bride and groom
left for Denver yesterday afternoon.
Their friends treated them to a show
er of rice and old shoes. The couple
will reside in Denver upon their return,
where the groom is following his trade
as a miner.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Attraction Sundaq EveninQ.

In IA Desperate Chance" which will
be acted at the opera house on Sunday
evening, October 10Th, Theodore Krem-
er, that well known playwright, has
written the best work of his life. The
play contains incidents in the lives of
those two notorious criminals, Ed. and
Jack Biddle of Pittsburg, Pa. 1t will
be remembered that some time ago the
entire world was startled by the escape
of those two notorious men from the
Pittsburg Jail, where they were incar-
cerated, awaiting death to which they
had been sentenced several months prev
iously. They were aided in their escape
by the wife of the warden of the prison,
who, previous to that escape, had borne
the very highest reputation as faith
full and loving wife. 1t was simply a
case of a weak woman's infatuation for
criminal. The author has not exagg-
Grated any of his scenes. The Majestic
Amusement Co., who are presenting
the attraction, has spared no expense
in mounting the play, having even gone
to the expense of securing some of the
original weapons that were used by the
celebrated detectives in the capture of
the criminals. With melodrama that
is known as one of the best ever writ
ten, notably good actors and elaborate
scenic and realistic effects, Manager
McFarlane offers the people of Central
City play that is full of surprises.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
THE PUBLIC SCHOOL
The school phone is Central 5.

Advertising Manager Shuck went to
Denver Friday afternoon in the interest
Of the High school paper. One of the
advertisements he secured is especially
appreciated by the high school, being a
quarter-page advertisement of the Cen
tennial School Supply Co., given by ex-
Supt. F. H. Clark.
Some more library books were receiv-
ed this week. Names of donors will ap-
pear in monthly list. We rejoice in
the interest the friends of the school
are taking in the library and trust they
will continue this substantial aid. Per-
sons who have books or papers to do
nate may notify US by phone and a
member of the boosters club will call
for the books.
A high school boosters club was Or
ganized on Monday for the purpose of
aiding in definite way every worthy
cause of the high school. The officers
elected are: President, Geo. Williams;
treasurer, Ray Keleher; secretary, FL
sic Bennett; committee on constitution,
Edith Dickerson, Dan Murphy and Ray
mond Trenoweth. The constitution will
provide for an executive council COM
posed of members of the high school,
the alumni, and the high school faculty,
which will work with the school board
and the friends of the school to build up
every department of the high school
until it is without peer in Colorado.
The club was organized entirely by the
students and manifests a most COM
mendable spirit on their part, a spirit
that will not only accomplish great
things for the school but will help to
develop in its members those qualities
of good citizenship that characterize
the consistent booster everywhere.
Miss Eunice Feehan of Black Hawk
and Neil Landers, lately enrolled in the
Cripple Creek schools, enrolled in the
Central schools on Monday.
Mr.. Darrow Mabee, one of the juniors
in the high school, has enlisted in the
navy and leaves school to take up his
new work this week. Darrow was one
of the star members of the football
team and was doing excellent work in
tn class room. We are sorry to lose
him and trust that he may have success
and pleasure in his new vocation.
The boosters club is already figuring
on free cruise on the Pacific for the
high school when Darrow signs his
name Admiral Mabee.
The sewing classes are planning to
furnish room in the high school build
ing where their work can be exhibited.
The Boosters" plan to cooperate with
them and make the room reception
room where the work of all departments
of the school can be shown. An exhibit
may be taken to Denver for the state
teachers association, the first week in
January.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
COUNCIL MEETING

Meeting held Thursday, October 10th,
called to order by clerk. All the alder
men were present with exception OF
Maloney. Alderman Eilmann acted as
mayor pro tenn until the arrival of
Mayor Davies.
Minutes of the last regular meeting
were read and approved.
Communication received from the fire
department certifying that the follow
ing had been chosen to serve in the re-
spective Offices: Thos. Parsons, chief;
Sam Hambly, assistant chief; J. W..
Williams, secretary; R. c. Johnson,
treasurer. Upon motion action of the
department was ratified by council.
The renewal of insurance on Mountain
City fire house which expires on Octo-
ber 22nd, was awarded Mrs. E. v. Pa
renteau.
Street Commissioner Launder offered
his report as follows: Fifty feet of old
fiume had been repaired in school yard;
thirty feet of pipe had been laid under
Roworth street to carry water across
the road and into the gulch. Nevada
street, Packard gulch, lower part of
Gregory and Roworth had been put in re-
pair. Old shaft on Nevada street had
been covered over to prevent accident.
Water commissioner reported that ar
rival of pipe was delayed and first car
had just arrived and the laying of same
from the reservoir to Wilson ranch
would commence at once.
No report was submitted by the
health officer.
The clerk was instructed to issue a
call for warrants, which appears in
another part of this number.
E. S. Holmes appeared before the
council in regard to his lots above 3rd
High street being used as a cross street.
Matter was left with street and alley
committee.
The need of crossing from the Mar
tin house to the sidewalk opposite was
discussed and the marshal was instruct
ed to lay the crossing.
An electric light was ordered placed
at the head OF the steps alongside the
Masonic building.
Marshal was instructed to place signs
upon the grand stand warning people
against tEespassipg and destroying the
structure.
License bonds of A. Lipp, A. C. Reck-
ling, Vallero & Hambly, John Zadra
and John Waters were read and approx
ed and licenses ordered issued upon pay
ment of necessary amounts and fees.
City bills amounting to 81, 74O.23 and
water bills amounting to 81, 122. s6 were
read and allowed.
Council adjourned to meet Tuesday
night to examine assessment roll of the
city submitted by county assessor and
to sit as board of equalization. Meet
ings will be held each evening until this
work is finished.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Gard Of Thanks.

We wish to extend our heartfelt
thanks to the many kind friends and
neighbors who assisted us in any way
during the fatal accident and burial Of
Edgar Cox, who was killed in the Adud-
dell mine last Thursday and buried on
1t will be comfort to his aged
parents in England to know that every
thing possible was done for their son.
MRS. CLARA PHILLIPS
AND FAMILY.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
$2O.2O 10 mssIss cIlu.

$2l.2o 70 nsz|ss city.
From Denver via Colorado 4 Southern
Ry. For descriptive booklets write
T. E. FISHER,
G. p. A.; Denver.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17

IDA KRUsE MCFARLANE.
County Supt. Of Schools.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Deeds Recorded.

George Wright to Thos. Hurry, l-2 in
terest Lone Star Extension, Enterprise
district.
R. c. Russell to Chas. E. Russell, the
Harry Leigh, Jessie Leigh, Crown King,
Cora G. and Fanny G. lodes, Wisconsin
district.
R. C. Russell to Gilbert o. Russell,
Rex Yale, Princeton, st. Elmo and Edna
Earl lodes, Wisconsin district.
Gilpin observer., 1907-10-17
Latter List.

The following is list Of letters re-
naming in the postofiice for the week
ending.
Bassett, Mary Butler, Mr.. Dave
Braman, Mrs. j. s. Hord, Mrs. T. B.