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Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
OF LOCAL INTEREST
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TEA AND RECEPTION.

TEA AND RECEPTION. Mrs Hugh. Campbell gave tea and re- ception yesterday afternoon at her home on north Central avenue, The reception was very largely attended by the Phoenix society ladies who enjoyed a pleasant afternoon.
 WEDDING ANNIVERSARY BAN- .QUET.-last evening Mrs. P. D. Low ell gave a banquet in honor of the second anniversary of the wedding of MT. and Mrs. Frank A. Hilder- brand places were set for eighteen, the dinner was a decided success.
 TO ILLUSTRATE LECTURES H. C. Washburne of Milwaukee has written to Secretary Geo. W. Cowgirl of the Board of Trade saying he ex- poets to arrive here about the 18th for the purpose of looking over the valley and making trip to Roosevelt. He is preparing a series of lectures which he proposes to illustrate with moving pictures. A moving picture man in his employ will arrive in a few days after he does to secure the pictures MT. Washburne shall indicate as desirable
 MILWAUkEE'S FAME-It would appear from the number of Milwaukee firms submitting bids on pumps to the city council Thursday night, that the people in that section know some thing about water as well as beer. While it is popularly supposed that nothing but beer is drunk in Milwau kee, there seems to be more pump fac tories there than anywhere. It is quite probable, however, that the Milwaukee people thought it was beer pumps the people of the western frontier wanted.
 RANGE PRACTICE-CaptaIn Grin stead, Tom Edens, c. R. Price, Colonel Coggins and Messrs. La Tourette and Peterson went to Tempe yesterday aft ernoon. where they expected to meet the south side members of the valley shooting team and have a little prac- tice, preliminary to the contest with the Bisbee rifle club.
 VISITING NEWSPAPER MAN.-H. G. Hutchins of Los Angeles is here to see if he can do a little business with the people of this valley. He is the circulation manager of the California Cultivator, a fruit and agricultural journal, and having heard of this won derful section 1t occurred to him it might be a field worth cultivating.
 MINING MEN WILL EAT.-Friday evening, February 19, the third an nual meeting and informal dinner of the Los Angeles Chamber of Mines will be held at Levy's cafe in that city. The Republican acknowledges the re- ceipt of an invitation to be present. There will be no formal toasts or re- sponses, but it Is expected there will be many impromptu speeches that will illustrate the mutuality of interest in mining matters in the southwest.
 AMATEUR MARATHON WINNER.
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Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
WELL FILLED IN DAY.
Mir. Taft Is Very Busy Man at New
 Orleans.

New Orleans, La, Feb. 12.-Presi- dent-elect Taft devoted this morning to the negro race and this afternoon to leisure. Tonight he was the guest of honor at a Creole banquet given at the Grunewald hotel. A thousand ciu- zens paid the assessment of $25 each for a place at the board and consid- erably oyer half were present.
 Although conferences during the day were held between Taft and Hitchcock, his future postmaster general, and Treasurer Upham of the national re- publican committee, nothing definite was obtainable regarding the undecid- ed places in the cabinet.
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
THE BLACK REPUBLIC.
A Fear That the Government of li-
 beriaI Will Fall.

Washington. D. C., Feb. 12.-Cable advices received at the state depart ment today indicate that climax has been reached in the Liberian situa- tion. A British gunboat has arrived to afford protection to foreign inter ests and a company of soldiers has been sent from Sierra Leon, the capl- tai of Monrovia, for the same purpose.
 Great despcndency is entertained as to the ability of the government to maintain itself and as to the future of Liberia as a nation.
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
IT'S UP ID THE STATE
 ID GET A JURY
A Ruling by the Court in the carmack Murder Trial.

Nashville, Tenn, Feb. 12.-When the twenty third day of the trial of Col. Duncan B. Cooper, Robin J. Cooper and John D. Sharpe for the murder of former Senator Carmack was called to-day it was announced that the state can not ask for a change of venue. It can not try a man until it can get jury. If it can not try him he goes free.
 William Hows, aged 5, farmer. was accepted as the twelfth juror. I'm mediately after he was chosen, Attor- ney General MeCann objected to the jury being sworn and said: 'Infor- nation has come to the state which we have not had time to investigate concerning two men already chosen on the jury I suggest that the balance of the present venire be retained until we can investigate the charges"
 Judge Hart then adjourned the case until tomorrow.
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
A GROUP OF MURDERERs
Fifteen Arkansas Farmers Go ol
 Trial

Fort Smith, Ark, Feb. 12.-Charg- ed with murder in first degree, 15 men, farmers of Scott county were placed on trial yesterday at WaldrOn The defendants are accused of hay ing been members of a mob which called out John Bailey three months ago and lynched him.
 The murdered man had been warned to leave the country because of his refusal to hold his crop for higher prices.
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
ONE FLAG TOO MANY.

Indianapolis. Ind, Feb. 12.-After vigorous protests were made by veter- ans of the civil war the Confeder- ate flag that was included in the Tom linson hall for the Lincoln mass meet ing today, Mayor Bookwalter ordered that emblem removed from the hall. The decorations were made for the convention of United Mine Workers and were allowed to remain for today.
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
JOHNSON READINESS
He Only stipuIates that the Fight

He Only StipuIates that the Fight
 Must be in civilized surroundings
 Melbourne Feb. 12.-'1 am willing to fight James J. Jeffries, Tommy Burns, or any other man in America, Australia or any part of the civilized world, where sufficient Inducements are offered"
 This was the farewell message of Jack Johnson, champion heavy weight pugilist, on the eve of his departure for the United States to- day
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13

the Xavier Athletic club of the city of Brooklyn won the Seagate Mara thon for amateurs today.
 James J. Crowley of the Irish-Ameri- can Athletic club was second and Harry Jensen of the Pastime club of New York third.
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
Washable Shdng- tuna silk 65c

One lot of beautiful Corset Covers, nice materials, trimmed with many rows of wash val. lace. Others with beading and ribbon. Not a cover in this lot worth less than 45c, and most of them to Csc
 Today 25c
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13

One lot of Ladies' Underskirts, made of Cambric, extra wide sweep, two rows of torchon lace, tucks and dust ruffle.
 Today 75c
Arizona republican., 1909-02-13
BRITISH STEAMER SUNK.
In a Fog It Hit Rock on the French
 Coast.

Brest, France, Feb. 12.-A British steamer, the name of which is un- known. during a fog today ran on rock off Quessant and then slid off and sank in deep water
 Seven persons were drowned, but the remainder of the crew took to small boats and later were picked up by another boat.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Miss Lille Moore entertained a
large number of young friends at an
oyster supper at the home of her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Moore,
north of Leon, last Saturday evening,
about forty-five being present, and
they enjoyed a most delightful time
until late hour.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Messrs Smith & Johnston, of the
Leon Electric Co., were over at Deca-
tur City. Friday looking after bust
ness matters in connection with the
extension of the electric light and
power service from Leon to Decatur
City, they having recently been
granted a franchise to operate in
Decatur City. The work of installing
lights and power at Decatur City
will be commenced shortly
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

At the regular meeting of the Yeo-
man lodge on Thursday evening, Dec.
9Th, there will be a debate on the
question, Resolved, That paving
Main street from the north lumber
yard to the depot would be of more
benefit to Leon than waterworks +"
Prominent speakers have been Sc
lected without regard as to how they
stand on the proposition personally,
and the debate is looked forward to
by the members with considerable In
terest.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

At the public sale held on Monday
by Harry Jenkins, just west of Leon,
everything sold exceptionally we'll.
Corn brought 80k cents per bushel
and hay brought $12.75 per ton, while
stock and everything else sold equal
~ we'll. Mr.. Jenkins advertised his
sale we'll, and was more than satisfied
with results.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

e. j. Sankey has moved his Real
Estate office over HanselPs store,
corner Main and Commercial streets,
Leon, where he has a much better
location. Any person needing a
farm loan at lowest rates or the
service Of q real estate man in SELL
ing or buying property can secure
his services by calling on him at his
new office,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Pease & Pease on Monday received
a draft from the Farmers Insurance
Co, OF Cedar Rapids, for s34O in
payment OF loss on horses owned
oy =. e. Hacker. which were burned
IN the ire which destroyed the big
Darn on the ]. A. Harris farm near
weldon. on Nov. 11th. There was
some question as to the policy, as the
horses we're away from home when
burned and many thought the insur-
ance would not be paid. but the loss
was adjusted by Lou Pease In most
satisfactory manner to Mr.. Hacker,
and paid In full this week.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

County attorney Frank J. Horton,
of Goodland, Kas., spent several days
in this city the past week looking
after the interest of his mother in the
estate of her husband. the late R. M.
Black, whose real estate was sold at
referees sale in this city Saturday.
Mr.. Horton returned to his home at
Goodland on Tuesday.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Miss Halle Moore, one of the pop
ular teachers in the Leon public
schools, was remembered by her
former pupils in the Osceola schools
with Thanksgiving postal shower
and received over one hundred
postals with words of kindly greeting
which she greatly appreciated.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

This (Wedneday) evening occurs
the third number of the entertain
ment course. Totten, humorist, i'm
personator and magician, is the at
traction, and he will delight you with
his feats in magic and mystery, and
with his irresistible fun You will
be sorry if you do not attend.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

A bouncing eight pound boy ar
rived at the home of Harry Bradley,
OF the big Bradley-Wasson Nero. Co.,
Tuesday, and Mr.. Bradley Is about
the proudest father who ever walked
the streets of Leon. Between taking
care of the new boy and looking after
the immense business at his big
store he sure has his hands full.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

j. e. Penniwell, who has been at
Bozeman, Montana, for the past
eight months, in charge of work be-
ing done there by the Westinghouse,
Church, Kerr Co., came in Saturday
to visit a short time at the home of
his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. ]. F. PEN
niWell, in this city.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

The approaching winter with its
chilly blasts has aroused the people
of Garden Grove on the Chariton-St.
Joseph branch of the 60" They com
plain to the commission by letter
that the railway company does not
maintain night operator in its sta
ton, and that there are no fires in
the depot to keep patrons of the road
warm while waiting for trains to ar
rive
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

u. B. Rowe, well known horse
buyer who has frequently visited this
city, had his big barn at New Haven,
Conn. destroyed by fire recently, suf-
fering loss of $4,000. The fire Is
supposed to have been the work of an
incendiary, and $50 tons Of hay, six
Ice wagons and other vehicles were
destroyed as the fire burned very
rapidly. At the time the fire was
discovered there were Is horses and
~ cows In the barn. but these were
all gotten out before the fire reached
fham
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Mr.. and Mrs. Edgar Cave have
moved from their farm near Decatur
City to the fine home on north Main
street which they recently purchased
of DR.. j. o. Woodmansee. We vel
come them as citizens of Leon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Lee Moodmansee, of Loveland
Colorado, departed Saturday after
noonfor his home after visiting few
days here at the home of his cousin
Alva Woodmansee While here Mr.
Woodmansee bought the Hugh Luke
farm few miles east of Leon, being
satisfied that Iowa land and espec-
tally Decatur county land, was a
good investment.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

W. r. Grace has resigned his. posi-
ton as manager of the Clarinda
Poultry, Butter & Egg Company. at
this place, and has accepted SINH
lar position with the Fairmont
Creamery Company with headquar-
ters at Crete, Neb. Mr.. Grace will
leave for that place in few days
and his family will follow him in a
few weeks. During their residence
here the family has made many
friends. who regret their departure
and who trust prosperity will attend
them wherever they go.-Chariton
Herald.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

The furniture and carpets for the
south hotel have been received and
workmen are busy getting the hotel
in shape to open. Landlord Cooper
expects to be open for business the
latter part of next week.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Messrs Johston and Smith, of the
Leon Electric Co., were down at Da-
Wis City Monday evening, interview
ing the citizens of that town in re-
gard to extending their electric light
lines to that city. They are also fig
uring on supplying Garden Grove, as
the people of that town are very anx-
ious to secure the lights.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

There will be special meeting of
Leon Chapter, R. A. NJ, on this
"wednesday evening, for the pur-
pose of electing officers for the ensu-
ing year. All members are requested
to be present. w. c. Stempel, H. P.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

! a fine boy arrived at the home of
Mr.. and Mrs. Clarence Jenree, of St.
Joe. on Thanksgiving day. They are
both former residents of this city,
Mr.. Jenree being passenger brake
man on the Chariton-St. Joe run.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Harry Harvey, travelling passenger
agent for the Cripple Creek Short
Line R. R., came in last week and
visited with relatives and old friends
in this city until Saturday, when he
left for Kansas City on business and
will then return to Colorado Springs
for the winter.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Mrs. Henry Craig, years ago a we'll
known resident of this county, died
on Nov. 18th, at the home of her
daughter, Mrs A. J. Edwards, in
Chicago.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

There will be special meeting of
the Knights Templar on Thursday
evening of this week, to confer de-
gree work. All members are re-
quested to be present.
F. A. Bowman, E. G..
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Mr.. and Mrs. E. j. Springer, of
Caldwell, Kas., who had been here
for a couple of weeks visiting with
relatives and old friends, departed
Sunday for st. Joe, where they will
visit few days at the home of Mrs.
Springer's sister before returning
home.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

We are anxious to make the
street lighting system perfect If
you will notify us by telephone or
otherwise as soon as you discover a
street arc or incandescent not burn
ing we will consider it favor.
Leon Electric Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Mr.. Ancil Barry, of this city, and
Miss Eva Still, of Lineville, surprised
their friends by announcing the past
week that they had been married for
nearly month. They slipped away
to Omaha and were married in that
city on Nov. 9Th, and strange to say
they were not found out. They will
make their home in this city and
many friends extend congratulations.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Thelma Woodmansee. the nine
year old daughter of Mr.. and Mrs
Alva Woodmansee, of northwest of
town. was happy little girl last Sat-
urday when she received from county
superintendent J. w. Long. a GER
tif1cate that she had attended the
Sunnyside school for a period of two
years without missing a single day
or being tardy. And she had to go
nearly a mile from her home to the
schoo1 house. toe.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Over one hundred children's
misses and ladies' jackets worth
from $500 to $500 to sell quick
Choice $1OO.
Bradley-Wason Nero. Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Telephone us and we will take an
electric sad iron out to your house.
Use it for ten days without cost.
You will be under no obligation to
buy. Leon Electric Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

We are showing the best clothing
on earth, Chart, Shaffner & Mark !,
at the lowest prices ever heard of.
Bradley WATSON Mere. Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

The men of Leon and Decatur
county should take advantage of the
low prices in hats, shoes and cloth.
ing at Bradley WATSON Mere. Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

l have located a saw mill on Lit
tie River and am prepared to saw out
your native lumber any dimension.
J. B. Dobson
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Ralph Baker will hold big clos
ing out sale on Wednesday, Dec.
18th, of dairy cattle, horses, mules,
sheep, hogs and farm implements.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

The regular meeting of the Leon
Commercial Club will be held on
Friday evening of this week. Bust
ness of Importance is to come before
the club and every member is urged
to be in attendance.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

This is the last week of the Big
sale Next week we will be busy
with Xmas goods.
Bradley-Wasson Nero. Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Great lot of odds and ends for sale
at a ridiculous low price to clean VI
quick. Bradley-Wasson Nero. Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02
See Roe Caster right now II you
want cement building blocks

Special matinee of Montana at
the opera house, Saturday afternoon,
Dec 4th.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Ladies don't fail to see the jackets
for $1.OO. This week only Bradley
WATSON Mere. Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02
For Rent-A six room house.
Mrs. NJ G.. Mullin.

For Sale.-My residence property
in south Leon. 1-13t VIM. Ogden.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Don't delay buying your wearables
now when you can get them SO cheap.
Bradley-Wasson Nero. Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

sgWls!IqO lsoq 9ql eVgm soloqd
gifts. Get them at the old reliable
place. Best workmanship and fair
est prices. S. E. CARRIER.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

For Sale-My residence in cas-
Leon, at bargain.
F. C. Mullinnix.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Totten, at the opera house this
I Wednesday, evening"
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

For Sale-My residence and 10
acres, in west Leon.
5tf Dan Alley.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

It you Like good bread try some
of SWitzer's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

strayed or Stolen-A reddish yell
low rat dog. Liberal reward for re-
turn to G.. w. Jenree.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Corn for sale near Blockley See
c. E. Gardner.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Montana" matinee and night, at
the opera house, Saturday, Dec. 4th.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

Come in this week if you want the
good things. Bradley WATSON Nero.
Co
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02
8 BIG SONG HLTS8
A Massive Production.
Superb Cast.

Thebcst Scandinavian.
American Dialect Com
edy now before the
public
One of the season S
biz successes. A scream
from start to finish.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1909-12-02

For nearly a quarter
of a century this bank
has stood the finan-
cial storms that have
come and gone and is
now better prepared
than ever to serve it's
patrons.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1909-06-09
sTRAUGHN, IND:

Straughn, Ind, June 9.-Rev. Heof-
fer of Richmond, Ind, pastor OF
Straughn Christian church, was sick
and could not fill his regular appoint
ment here Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. A. Huffman visited
their son and family who are living
near Indianapolis, from Friday until
Monday evening.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Hall, Mr.. and
Mrs. Isaac Henley and Mrs. Rob Hen
ley spent Sunday in Indianapolis with
Mr.. and Mrs. Roll Hall.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carter of Lewisville
spent Sunday afternoon with Mr.. and
Mrs. J. B. Tapscott.
Will Huffman and family Of neal
New Lisbon spent Sunday with Mrs
Ida Pierson and family.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Hayden of Clay
City spent over Sunday with his par
ents here.
Mrs. Harriet Hood of Chicago is al
the bedside of her mother, Mrs. Betsy
Walters who is no better.
The Christian Sunday school will
observe Children's Day, Sunday night
June 18th.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1909-06-09

her homo In New Castle sitter = few
days spent with relatives here.
Albert Bell and Kelso Mendenhall
were guests Of Charles. Clyde and Ben
ME Franklin. recently.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Franklin were
guests of relatives near Carlos City,
Monday evening.
Mrs. Ada Ulry Of Modoc was here
Monday afternoon.
There Is some friction on R. R 90
on account OF receiving notice from
the postoffice department at Wash
ington, d. c., to move rural boxes
nearer the road. Nearly all have
complied with the order and those
that have not. have to go to the post
Office for their mail
Job Swain has won first place as a
fisherman by the large string he
caught in Greensboro of big as your
hand google eye 'tother day. The
count totalled up so Of the finny tribe
and were caught in less than two
hours time.
Harry Parker arrived from MuncIe
Monday afternoon where he spent a
week visiting his aunt, Mrs. Ella Pres
baugh.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1909-06-09
SOUND his PRAISE
Ministerial Association Pays
Tribute to Memory of
Rev. Gambler.
ALL ATTENDED FUNERAL

The Ministerial association drew UP
resolutions. praising the character of
the late Rev. Theodore Gambler, who
was laid to rest yesterday at Earlham
cemetery. The funeral was held at
his home and the local ministers at
tended in a body. The resolutions re-
ferred to follow:
Whereas: 1t hath pleased our Heay-
emily Father in His wise providence to
remove from our midst, our beloved
brother and co-worker, Theodore Can
dler, therefore. be it
Resolved, That we bow in submits
sion to the Divine will and that in his
death the association loses a faithful
member, the community an upright
citizen, the church a consecrated work
er. and the family a kind and devoted
husband and father Be il further
Resolved. That we tender our SYM
pathy to the bereaved family and com.
mend them to the tender care Of our
loving Father.
w. NJ NELSON,
G.. E. HARSH.
j. c. GRAHAM.
Committee.