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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
Body of John F. Whitmore,
Grinnell, Found on Property
of Former Wife
HIS MIND WAS UNBALANCED
Because Of This, and His Failure to
Provide for Family, Mrs. Whitmore
Applied for and Was Granted Di-
vorce, a Few Months Aso-Left q
Peculiar Note.
Special to Times-Republican.

Special to Times Republican.
Grinnell, June 24.-Early this morn
ing, the body Of John F. Whitmore
was discovered hanging in the barn on
the property of his former wife, at 1409
Park street. He was dead when the
body was discovered, and the case was
the information contained in notes he
had left, that the coroner decided there
was no need to impanel jury. Mr..
Whitmore had been mentally unbal-
anced for a long time and it was be-
cause of this fact and consequent me-
elect and abuse of his family, that Mrs.
Whitmore obtained divorce from him
several months ago Since that time,
he has been living in the east part Of
the city at the home of Mr.. H. q.
Savage.
Mr.. Whitmore left note stating
that this was not case Of suicide, and
that he would return here at 8 o'clock
p. M, Dec. "a, 1911. The body was
discovered by the man who is em-
ployed to do the chores about the
Mrs. Whitmore residence. Mr.. Whit
more has been to all appearance sane
so far as transaction of ordinary bus
mess is concerned, but any approach
to the discussion of religious topics,
or an attempt to write upon any topic
revealed at once the fact that there
was lack of mental balance. but
there has been no Indication Of mood
mess or depression that would lead to
the taking Of his own life. The rash
act Is greatly deprecated by many who
felt only the most kindly towards the
unfortunate man.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
BROWNS WHILE BATHING.

James ToIan, Jr., Member Of Regiment
BIad at Fl. Dodge.
Special to Times-Republican.
Fl. Dodge,s June 24.-Word has been
received here by members of the Fifty
sixth regiment band, Of the accidental
drowning at Fonda Of James Tolan, Jr.,
a clarinet player who was frequently
identified with the local organization.
It is understood the young man was
drowned in Cedar Creek, usually a
small stream, but at the present time
raging torrent as result Of the
excessive rains. In company with
several others, Tolan was taking adj
vantage of high water and was bath
ing in the stream, when in some man
ner he was drawn downward by an
undercurrent, the body falling to rise
even once. The warning was immedi-
ately spread at Fonda and nothwith-
standing the stream has been dragged
for two miles, the latest reports re-
ceived from there state the body has
not been recovered.
The unfortunate young man was a
member of Tolan & Tolan, one of the
leading mercantile firms of Fonda, and
was great favorite in Fort Dodge.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
Grand Junction News.
Special to Times Republican.

Special to Times Republican.
Grand Junction, June 24.-I. f.
Thompson will attend the republican
state convention at Waterloo, Ia.
d. W. Smith was arrested on two
charges, Of assault and battery.
The corn fields as rule are clean
and most Of the corn looks we'll, but
farmers say this wet and heat will
bring the weeds.
Hanson, the Y. M. C. A. secretary,
was in town yesterday, looking after
the business Of the association.
Max Harmed is home from Iowa City
where he finished the dental course.
Miss Hylma Turner is home from
Drake University, where she finished
the normal course.
The heavy floods south shut off our
supply Of new potatoes.
A large number of teachers and
those who expect to enter the profess
sion, are attending county normal from
here.
Some of our citizens are are not sat
isfied with the large number Of county
bitches and drainage districts that
have been established and have now
begun to petition for sub-districts.
DR.. Bert Scarborough has returned
from Iowa City, where he was recre-
ating during commencement, and is
feeling better.
The wet weather has stopped work
on our streets, and stopped the haul
ing Of gravel.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
Making Good.

There is no way OF making lasting
friends like MAKING Good and Doctor
Pierce's medicines well exemplify this,
and their friends. after more this two
decades Of popularity, are mum he1ed BY
the hundred2 Of thousands. they haye
drunkar6s. !.
A good. honest, square-desl medicine OF
known composition is DR.. Pierce'S 0osden
Medical Discovery. It still enjoys an in-
ms0se sale, while most Of the prepare
lions ths& have come into prominence in
hoard OF. There must be some reason for
thu long time popularity and that Is to
boz found In its superior merits. When
once given fair TRIAL for weak stomach,
OK Tor liver and blood affections, it's supe-
rfor curative qualities are seon manifest;
hence II has survived and grown II pop ,Ls
artiAlss have suddenly flashed into favor
for brief period and then been as soon
7G : torpid liver with its attendant
Indignation, dyspepsia, headache, per-.
hAYa dizziness, foul breath, nasty coated
tongue, with bitter taste. loss Of appetite,
and 6isy nothing ei !. SO eood as pr
Piercsb Golden Medical Discovery. It's
an hpGest, square-desl medicine with all
Its Ingredients printed on bottle-wrapper
no secret, no hocus-pocus humbug,
therefore don't accept q substitute that
the dealer may possibly make 9 little big
ger pnpAk Insist on your right to have
DonsS buy IH Dr. Pierce,s F.vorite prescrip-
ton expecting it to prove q vcure-all.n It
is only advised for woman's special all
mente. y makes weak women strong and
sick women we'll. Less advertised than
soEe Preparations sold for like purposes,
It's startling curative virtues still maintain
its position in tho front ranks, where it
stood over two decades ago. As an in
MIGRATING tonic and strengthening nerv-
inc II IL ,(nequaled. It won't satisfy those
who wank ebosze, for there Is not drop
Dr. PIersse's Pleasant Pellets, the orsgt-
nal Little Liver Pills, although the first
pill Of theih kind in the market, still lead,
and whom elce tried are over afterwards
In favor. Easy to take IS csndy-one to
three : dosea Much t'asitsted but 'aeucr
s0slaJcd.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24

in 1900, would ever want to vote the
democratic ticket?
MIR. Bryan himself would hail with
delight a national obscession of MEM
DRY of doctrines proclaimed and
prophesies heralded from his lips, and
fain would build bridge of eloquence
from the cross of gold to the Denver
nomination.
Let factionalism in republican Iowa
be thing of the past. Permit it to no
longer exist except as the chapter of a
history that is never opened, as q story
no longer told
IF the habits of the past seven years
have afflicted us with craving for its
aroma, take Whit, at a safe distance,
from the connection prescribed for our
democratic friends as llarmonizing
elixir, and the appetite will no longer
afflict US.
Iowa sends republican greetings
from Maine to Oregon, and will well
come with an avalanche the opposition,
whether it comes under the leadership
of hypnotist from Nebraska or an ac-
cident from Minnesota"
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24

there is not doubt about the camp be-
ing as good or. better than those of the
preceding years. The boys secretary Is
very optimistic in his ideas toward the
prospects of good camp. The camp
will be held at Gardeners sheep farm.
Mount Vernon.
Cornell college Is assured gymna-
SUM costing not less than $4,000. The
executive committee of the board OF
trustees canvassed the subscriptions
and decided that the terms upon which
the board at their meeting last Tues
day decided to build have been COM
piled with.
Farley.
Only the merest chance prevented a
very disastrous conflagration here
when a little boy named Clark dropped
lighted match in forty gallon tank
Of kerosene in the ware rooms Of Ran
som Bros, hardware store. The boy
who is only about 6 years old, must
have realized the danger. for he quick
ly reported the fact that the tank was
on fire BY using salt and fire ex-
tinguishers the fire was put out.
Sioux City.
The snagboat James B. Mcpherson,
which had been anchored at the foot
Of Nebraska street for two weeks past.
has departed on the return trip to
Kansas City. Because of the high wa
ter Capt. E. H Mcfarland, who is in
charge of the boat, said he did not ex-
pect to do much work in the way of
removing snags on the return trip. The
boat will be at Sioux City again some
time during the latter part Of August
Boone.
A. w. Carlson, one Of the principal
owners OF the High Bridge Coal Com
pany, recently returned from Chicago
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
FROM ALL OVER IOWA

where he secured a splendid contract
with the c., M. & st. p. for several
cars Of coal per day. The merchants
Of Madrid will appreciate this intelli-
gence insomuch as it will guarantee
the operation of the High Bridge mine
with almost a full force during the en-
tire summer. Mr.. Carlson is an old
coal operator and has done great
amount of business with the various
railroads of the state.
Sioux City.
After asserting that he had not gone
whole day without drink of liquor
for more than three years, and that a
bottle of whisky which he bought last
night to tide over Sunday was stolen
from him, man giving the name Of
Bloom field, Neb., at the police station
yesterday told Desk Sergeant George
Peirce that he would give 81 for an
order that would secure him a drink
Of whisky at a drug store. Before leav-
ing the police station, where he pleaded
for nearly half hour, the man almost
wept. He was to all appearances, on
the verge of nervous collapse
Des Moines.
Arrangements for the. Swedish Am
erican Old Settlers society picnic,
Wednesday. are completed. The picnic
will be held at Union park. Nearly 5000
people are expected to be in attend
ance. The program will start at 10
a. M, when a reception in the large
pavilion will be held for the officers.
The athletic program will begin in the
afternoon at o'clock. At Z o'clock
the l. o. O. F. concert band will play
several selections, among which will be
the Swedish national anthems, Hon. ].
A. Enander Of Chicago, editor of a
prominent Swedish paper. will make
the principal address Of the day.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
RuNAwAYs BROUGHT HOME.
Three Lads Of Mason City Captured At
6elmond.

Special to Times Republican.
Mason City, June 24.-Three lads of
this city who ran away from home
Monday in search of excitement were
captured in Belmond yesterday, and re-
turned to this city in the afternoon by
Newton Griesy, the son Of Mayor
Griesy of Beimond. The boys are all
about fifteen years old. Their names
are Earl WEIGH. John Dunbar and
Walter Sleeper.
Claude Shorter was found again
away from home yesterday, too. He lefs
for the southwest Saturday in search
Of work and travelled as far as Mes
ervey where he was picked up and re-
turned by Justice Stauffer. He had WIS.,
tied, he said with many people in
Thornton, Burchinal and Meservey.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
BEGIN FIRST SECTION SOON.
Concrete Bleachers on Iowa Field Will
Give Spectators Better Wow.

Special to Republican.
Iowa City, June 24.-The first section
of the concrete bleachers, which will be
erected on Iowa field by the athletic
board Of the university, has been or
dered built during the summer months
The bleachers, when completed, will
cost about $4,000, and will comfort
ably seat almost 1000 people. The
present wooden bleachers seat LOO
people, and are divided into six Sec
lions. The bleachers will be divided in
the middle, and the south half moved
in order to make room for the new sec
ton. The new section will have twen-
ty-fve rows of seats, and the slope
will be much sleeper than the old ones
thus giving the spectators a much
better view Of the track.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24

keokuk.
The large sandbar which INSTRUCTED
the canal for about week has been
cut out. About 10000 feet of mud and
sand was removed by the dredge boat
Hecla.
Boone.
The relics taken from the pre-his-
toric mound have been removed to
permanent quarters in the state histor-
ical building, at Des Moines. 1t is
regretted here that they could not have
been kept In Boone's museum.
Amos.
Beard, Of the state college, champion
half-mile runner Of that institution, has
been chosen by the American athletic
board as one Of the American repre-
sentatives in the Olympic games at or
near London in the latter part OF July.
keekuk.
The annual repairs to the govern
ment building have been completed.
The rebuilding Of the furnace was the
most extensive work done, while there
were number Of minor repairs which
were found necessary.
Ottumwa.
Drunks arraigned in police court do
not get off as easily as is usually the
case. Strangers in the city and those
who are believed to be here for no
good purpose, are given sentences OF
ten and fifteen days which will tide the
mover until after the carnival has
closed on Saturday night
Ottumwa.
Owing to the high water and also to
the general inclemency of the weather
Of late the boys camp that was to
have opened today has been postponed
until July 8. This Is an ideal season
Of the year in which to camp out and
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
Breaking of Dam Relieves Sit
uation at Storm Lake, But
Serious Elsewhere
COON RIVER OUT OF BANKS
Great Danger Threatens Farmers Liv-
ing Along Its Course, and Reports Of
Great Damage, Arc Coming in From
All Parts Of Greene county-soms
May Lose Homes.
Special to rtmes-Republican.

Special to Times Republican.
Jefferson, June 24.-The breaking Of
the dam at Storm Lake few years
ago, in order that the country there
might not be overlooked, has proven
a serious mistake in Greene county.
as hundreds of acres of corn are now
an expanse Of water, and from latest
reports, the Coon river is rising until
it now threatens several farm houses
which happen to be in the river bot
tom. 1t is understood that the dam
explosives, in order, SO reports state,
to let the water have free leeWay,
as the dam was not sufficiently wide
enough to let the water down the nat
ural water course, and consequently
danger was apparent, as the lakes
which feed the Coon river and also
the springs, were full to overlooking.
The Coon river here at Jefferson
began to rise Saturday night and early
Sunday morning it was out Of its
banks. Last night reports came from
all parts of the county where the river
flows, stating that it is now a whirl-
pool, madly teaning away anything
which happens to come in its way, and
farm, it has left it's regular water
course, and great danger threatens the
farmers near the river. The county
has been to a great expense in putting
in grade near Danger Hill" east of
town. But now the water has torn
down the grade, and another road
will have to be made.
Down near e. H. Jackson's farm
known as the jackson Hill, the water
was halfway to the hill yesterday
and rising steadily. Mr.. Jackson has
lost many acres Of corn, and the river
is now rushing across the road, tear
Ding down the bridge, and carrying
away trees and doing serious damage.
100 yards across, whereas before 1t
was nothing but mere creek. On
farther down the river come the same
reports, especially near the Coon VAL
ley bridge, where still greater dam
age has been done.
Attic the stress Of a deluge was
eliminated at Storm Lake, Jefferson
is now suffering in its place, and al
tho no estimate Of damage can be
made, it is without doubt many hum
dreds Of dollars, and unless means are
used at once to check the water, farm
ers will lose their homes and the big
bridges will be wrecked, at a great
expense to the county.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
PANToRIuM IS LooTEp.
Burglars Escape From Forest City
With $3.50 Worth Of Clothes.

Burglars Escape From Forest City
With $3.50 Worth Of Clothes.
Special to Times Republican,.
Forest City, June 24.-Burglars who
stole six coats and vests, several pairs
OF trousers, an overcoat and lady's
skirt from the Forest City pantorium,
made good their escape by discard
ing their own clothes, donning a part
Of the stolen goods and walking to the
next station, where they took the first
train headed away from Forest City.
The theft was committed at about $3.50
in the evening. The value Of the
clothes stolen is about $3.50. The men
were seen hanging about the place dur
ing the day before the robbery, and
could be easily identified. Warrants
have been issued for their arrest, but
little hope Of their capture Is enter
tanned by the local authorities.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
I. A. ZIMMERMAN DEAD.
Father of Bows Advocate Editor Wa.
Hiohlv Respected Citizen.

Highly Respected Citizen.
Special to Times-Republican.
Bows, June PAT. A. Zimmerman
father Of the editor of the Bows Ad-
vocate, died yesterday morning OF
tuberculosis Of the throat Deceased
was 70 years of age and came to
Wright county twenty-e eight years ago
His nefghbors always found him to
be just and upright man, and he
was an elder of the Presbyterian
church. The funeral will be held
Thursday at 10 o'clock
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
For Construction.

Mr.. ,. Fl. Farnham. a prominent
druggist Of Spirit Lake, Iowa, says:
"Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver
Tablets are certainly the best thing on
the market for constipation" Give
these tablets trial. You are certain
to find them agreeable and pleasant in
effect Price, 25 cents. Samples free.
For sale by all dealers.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24

His last appearance with the Fifty
Sixth regiment band was on the ex-
cursion to Spencer. 1t is also expected
he would have accompanied the local
organization to Calgary, Alberta, leav-
ing this city next Monday. The mem
bers of the band are expecting to be
notified as soon as the body is discov-
cred and a large delegation from the
organization will attend the funeral.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
HANGS SELF IN BARN
Second Attempt of John Sherman
Poitivin, Of Bows, 10 Commit Sui
eide, is Successful - Dead Whom
Found.

Special to Times Republican.
BOWS, June 24.-Some two months
ago, John Sherman Poitivin attempted
suicide, and yesterday he completed
the job by hanging himself in the barn.
He was dead when found. He leaves
four brothers. two sisters. and a moth
er, to mourn his loss.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
Armstrong Residence Struck.

Special to Times Republican.
Armstrong. June 24-Lig41tning
struck the residence Of H. Ries, in the
western part OF town, Monday morning
about 6 o'clock. The roof was Slightly
damaged, and some Of the members of
the family received slight shock.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
Anne. to Hear caIderwood.

Ames, June 24.-The Hon. c. w.
Calderwood, of Minneapolis, national
prohibition secretary, will speak at the
armory here next Sunday evening. He
will also preach at the Baptist church
In the morning.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
A Cruel Mistake

is to neglect cold or cough. DR..
Kings New Discovery cures them and
prevents consumption. SOC and $1.00.
Mcbride & Will Drug Co.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
pisuraceful Conduct

IL liver and bowels, in refusing to act,
is quickly remedied with DR.. Kings
New Life Pills. 25c. Mcbride & Will
Drug Co.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24

healthy the skin viii soft smooth
manifested by form Of skin disease The
its nouisment and strength from the blood Wet
healthy the but BY its a
condition E reach the blood ana
trouble the blood must purified the hs
itad and diseased nouhd By healthy :oong
the blood its normal
any THE SWIFT SPECIFIC Co., ATLANTA, Gal
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1908-06-24
Tho Shrine Of EoreetfuIness.

self interest compels the democratic
party to worship at the shrine of for
getfulness, for what man In his sober
senses, with his memory refreshed up
on the tariff reform campaign of 1892
and the siren song Of free silver in
1895, and the wall OF ant-tmp erialism
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-07-16
FACTS FOR SICK WOMEN.

For thirty years Lydia e. Pink
hams Vegetable Compound, made
from roots and herbs, has been the
standard remedy for female ills,
andhas positively cured thousands OF
women who have been troubled with
displacements, inflammation, uleera.
tion, i6roid tumors, Irregularities,
periodic pains, backaehe, that bear
ing-down feeling, tlatulency, indiges-
on,dizzlness, nervous prostration.
Why don't you try it9
Mrs. Pinkham invites all sick
women to write her for advice,
She has guided thousands to
health. Address, Lynn, Mass.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-07-16

Above the base of this steel cone and
separated therefrom BY i space no
greater than the thickness Of q piece
Of paper Is an electrical contact.
Now, owing 10 the cone and It's
needle being depended from the steel
spring II Is dlways vibrating but not
sufficiently so as to strike the electri-
cal contact above. This IL only &C.
complishcd when the needle In pass
ing over raised portion Of the pict-
ure which Is specially prepared FOR
the purpose il lifted 10 an appreci-
able extent. Then the contact Is
formed, the electrical connection Is
established and the impulse passes
through the coils and the spark balls
TO the aerial and Is dispatched on its
passage through the air to be received
by an instrument which il simply
practical reversal Of the sender -
Technical World.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-07-16

THE DANGEROUS HOUSE FLY.

Flies cause, in New York City
alone. about $50 deaths from typhoid
fever and about 1000 deaths yearly
from other diseases. Last year a
fly was captured on South street, in
New York (not far from one Of the
eity's biggest meat and fish markets.,
that was found to be carrying in his
mouth and on his legs more than
one hundred thousand disease bac-
terra. Flies walk over deeaying and
fetid matter, for which they have a
natural affinity, and then, entering
meat markets and homes, travel over
the food, explore the milk pitcher,
and also light directly on the skin OF
the householder, Success Magazine.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-07-16
WillieIS0y's
WadiiIng
By LULU JOHNSON
Copyrighted. 1908, by Associated
Literary Press

Willieboy was having the time OF bis
young life. He had made the startling
discovery that the Joys Of wading
through the water without getting his
feet wet were as nothing to tho great
or Joy Of wadlng through water which
came over tho top OF the rubber boots.
The cold water was refreshing to feet
tired and burning from the double heat
Of thick felt lining and imperyious
rubber. Then, too. the gurgllng sound
produced by the movement OF the foot
within the boot and the pull OF the
water as he pushed forward was
q separate Joy.
This JOY, alas, was threatened with
determination by the unexpected ap-
proach Of his sister. Willieboy turned
his back upon the shore and affected
deep absorption In the expanse Of
the lake.
II was barely possible that Nell
might not recognize him II be kept his