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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12

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this letter. MRS. CHAs. BARCLAY,
RID, Graniteville, vt.
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For more than 80 years it has been
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periodic pains, backache, indigestion
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1t costs but little to try Lydia Il.
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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12

Sheriff Shores seemed not to mind
the fact that it was on exhibition.
This rat is the most beautiful ever
seen in the city. 1t is partly white
and partly gray, a plump. fat fell
low. While the sheriff was taking the
cage from office to office at the court
house to exhibit his catch. the rat
made its morning toilet unafraid. The
animal is SO much of curiosity owing
to it's color that it may be placed on
exhibition.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
COUNTY POOR HOUSE BURNED.
Aged Inmate Dies of Fright Durin!
Condemnation.

Elkader, April 12.-Early Saturday
the county poor house and contents
near here were totally destroyed by
fire from defective flue. Ali of the
thirty inmates were saved. One aged
man died from fright in the removal.
The county house was quarantined
for smallpox, several inmates being
infected. By hard work a large barn
was saved. Owing to the infection of
contagious diseases the inmates are
temporarily housed in outbuildings on
the farm. The loss is fully covered by
insurance.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
NINE CANDIDATES WANT PLACE.
Up to Worth County Supervisors to
Select liver lverson's Successor.


Select liver lverson's Successor.
Special to Times Republican.
Northwood, April 1.-THE super
visors of Worth county have small
sized white elephant" on their hands.
They must select from among nine
candidates man to fill the place of
Iver Iverson, Jr., who has rendered his
resignation, that he may accept the
cashiership of the First National Bank.
He succeeds N. e. Haugen, who has
recently been appointed national bank
examiner by Congressman G. N.
Hdugen.
There are several especially COM
petent men who would like the place.
OF the nine applicants, those men,
toned most prominently in Northwood
are Guy c. Toye, formerly postmaster
here; f. r. Lyford, who is now coun-
ty surveyor; r. G. Mitchell, of Manly;
T. c. Rome, secretary of the Worth
County Mutual Fire Insurance Com
pany, and I. l.. bingham, former
county recorder
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
FOSSILS FOUND in CLAY BED.
#. Dodge Clay Works Reveal Evi
dences Of Prehistoric Life.

FtDodge, April 12.-Workmen in the
mine of the Fort Dodge Superior Clay
Works recently struck bed of clay
which is particularly prolific in evil
dences of prehistoric life, and some
very large specimens have been saved,
showing petrified bark of trees and
ferns which grew thousands of years
before the advent of man.
The fossils are found from six 10
forty feet below the surface of the
earth, and up to the present time four
different kinds of bark have been found
in the petrified FORM 1T is probable the
matter will be referred to the state uni
versity, and a study will be made of, the
finds
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
TELEPHONE EXCHANGE BURNS.
Tri-city Company Of Clinton Has a
SariaIs Rrana,&.s

Tri-City Company Of Clinton Has a
Serious Property Loss.
Clinton, April ia fire in the ex-
change of the Tri-City Telephone
Company almost completely destroyed
the switchboard of the company and
as result the entire system in the
three cities of Clinton, Fulton and
Lyons will be out of commission for
about ten days. A temporary service
system was installed for the business
district this morning. A damage OF
$4,000 was created within fifteen min
utes by the fire.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
CONTEST AT SUTHERLAND.
Representatives From Hartley and Los
cal High Schools, Compete. \
iol To,

Representatives From Hartley and lor
cal High Schools, Compete. \
Special to Times-Republican.
Sutherland April 1.-THE high
school declamatory contest, between
Hartley and Sutherland was held here
Friday evening, in the First M. f.
church, with a crowded house. The
oratorical contest was won by Frank
Nichols, of Sutherland, the dramatic by
Grace O'Brien, of Hartley, and the
humorous by Maybelle Slick, of Suth-
erland. The debate was won by Will
liam Kaiser and Charles Kopp, of
Sutherland. The judges were Superin-
tendent j. E. Ullnan, of Paullina, Su-
perintendent W. T. Mar, of Orange
City, and Superintendent Sydney Hoff-
man, Of Primghar. A gold medal was
given to each Of the winning contest
ants.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
ALL FAVOR TOWN SCHOOL.

Another Building Likely to Be Erected
at Buffalo Center.
Special to Times Republican.
Buffalo Center, April 12-On account
of the Buffalo Center schools being
crowded to their utmost capacity, an
election has been called for May 10, to
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
WORTH
MOUNTAINS
OF GOLD
During Change of Life,
says Mrs. Chas. Barclay
Graniteville, vt -"I was passing
through the Chanpeof Life and suffered

from nervousness
andother annoying
symptoms, and l
can truly say that
LydiaE.P inkham's
Vege table Com
pound has proved
worth mountains
of gold to me, as it
restored my health
and strength. I
never forget to tell
my friends what
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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-12
FIRE AT MASON CITY.
Beautiful Home of r. Valentine Family
Is Partially DESTROYED.

Special to Times Republican.
Mason City, April 12.-Fire early
Sunday morning partially destroyed
the fine residence of r. Valentine, of
this city. Mr.. Valentine is one of the
wealthy men of the city. His home
was one of the most beautiful in the
city.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

some one raped at the door. The old
man was alone, Warner not, having
arrived, and at first he was uncertain
about opening the door. He did so
finally, and was amazed at being con-
fronted by Louise Armstrong. Thomas
was an old family servant. having
been with the present Mrs Armstrong
since she was a child, and he was
overwhelmed at seeing Louise. He
saw that she was excited and tired,
and he drew her into the sitting room
and made her sit down. After a while
he went to the house and brought
Mrs. Watson, and they talked until
late. The old man said Louise was in
trouble, and seemed frightened. Mrs.
Watson made some tea and took it to
the lodge, but Louise made them both
promise to keep her presence secret
She had not known that Sunnyside
was rented, and whatever her trouble
was, this complicated things. She
seemed puzzled Her stepfather and
her mother were still in California
that was all she would say about
them. Why she had run away no one
could imagine. Mr.. Arnold Armstrong
was at the Greenwood club, and at last
Thomas, not knowing what else to do,
went over there along the path. 1t
was almost midnight Part way over
he met Armstrong himself and
brought him to the lodge. Mrs. Wat
son had gone to the house for some
bed linen, it having been arranged
that under the circumstances Louise
would be better at the lodge until
morning. Arnold Armstrong and
Louise had long conference, during
which he was heard to storm and be-
come very violent When he left it
was after two. He had gone up to
the house-Thomas did not know why
and at three o'clock he was shot at
the foot of the circular staircase.
The following morning Louise had
been ill. She had asked for Arnold,
and was told he had left town.
Thomas had not the moral courage to
tell her of the crime. She refused
doctor, and shrank morbidly from hav-
ing her presence known Mrs. Wat
son and Thomas had had their hands
full, and at last Rosie had been en-
listed to help them She carried nee
essary provisions - little enough =
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
MEN AND WOMEN WANTED
The United States Government Gives
Railway Mail Clerks $500 Year to
Start, and Increases to $1,000.

Uncle Sam will hold AN examination
for postal clerks and letter carriers in
Marshalltown in November; for other
positions on different dates 1t is es-
timated that $4,000 appointments will
be made this year. The government
wants people over is years to take the
examination; will pay them we'll and
give them an annual vacation with full
pay. The bureau OF instructions, Roch-
ester N. Y, with its thorough knowl-
edge of all the requirements can fit
anyone in a few weeks to pass. A
government position means employ
ment. for life. Prepare now for the
examination. Any reader of the Times
Republican can get full information by
writing the Bureau of Instructions, 373
Hamlin building, Rochester, N. Y.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

60 down to. see him. You needn'
bother, Mrs. Watson. / will take the
blanket"
She drew herself up quickly, a. II
in protest, but she found nothing to
say. She stood smoothing the folds Of
her dead black dress. her face az
white as chalk above 1t. Then she
seemed to make up her mfnd.
Very we'll, Mr.. 1nnes," she said
perhaps you would better go. have
done all /. could"
And then sheN turned and went up
the circular staircase, moving slowly
and with certain dignity. Below
the three Of US stared at one another
across the intervening white blanket
Upon, my word" Halsey broke out
this place is a walking nightmare
/ have the feeling that we three out
stders who have paid our money fol
the privilege Of staying in this spook
Sactory. are living on the very top Of
things. We're on the lid, SO to speak
Now and then we get sight of the
things inside. but We are not a part
Of them
you suppose" Gertrude a55!sseeSS
doubtfuAy, that she really meant thai
blanket for Thomasw
Thomas was standing beside tina,
magnolia tree," Halsey replied
when ran after. Mrs. Watson. It'll
down to this. Aunt Ray. Rosie's has
'ket and Mrs. Watson's blanket car
only mean one thing: There Is some
body hiding or being hidden in the
lodge. It wouldn't surprise me if We
hold the key to the whole situation
NOW. Anyhow, I'm going to the lodge
tosinvestigate."
Gertrude wanted to 60. too. but sh.
looked so shaken that I insisted sh<
Should not. sent for Liddy to hell
her 70 bed, and thea Halsey and
estaSAed for theblodge. The grass va,
Aeevy nth dew. and, mau.like. Halse.
chose us shortest way across Tn,
lawn. HAN way. however, he stopped
| Ws'd better 60 by the drive" b.
said, This isn't . lawn: it's q field
Where's the gardener these days?"
There isn't any" / said meekly
I'VE have hsen thankful enough, &C
far, to have our meals prepared and
served aud the beds aired. The gard
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
o the lodge, and helped to keep the

to the lodge. and helped to keep the
secret.
Thomas told me quite frankly that
he had been anxious to keep Louise's
presence hidden for this reason. They
had all seen Arnold Armstrong that
night, and he, himself, for one, was
known to have had no very friendly
feeling for the dead man. As to the
reason for Louise's flight from Cali
fornia, or why she had not gone to
the Fitzhughs', or to some of her PEG.
pie in town, he had no more inforpa-
ton that / had. With the death OF
her stepfather and the prospect of
the immediate return of the family,
things had become more and more
impossible. l gathered that Thomas
was as relieved as at the turn events
had taken No, she did not know of
either of the deaths in the family.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
Special
Bargains
5 East c.ats

800 acres-265 acres lies gently roll.
ing; balance quite rolling: 40 acres in
corn; fifty acres in timothy and clover
meadow. balance blue grass pasture
with some timber: farm fenced and
cross-fenced hog and sheep tight: all
woven wire and barb wire on top ex-
cept about q mile of nice hedge, Lo-
Gated three and ons-half miles from
town of 1.200 population. Improvements
consist of large barn 52x60; two cat
tie sheds. one 30x60 and the other lax
Se' scales. another small barn, All the
sheds and barns are newly repaired
and in good condition: newly painted.
House is new. just being completed.
seven room. sixteen foot square. with
bath room. hallway. two clothes clos
cts, large porch in front and a porch at
tie rear, suiiiiIa ccnc--GG::e Block
ton under the house: house cost. s3-
800: wash house over cellar; concrete
walks. poultry house sixteen foot
square; smoke house and ice hcuse
improvements on this property worth
S7.50o. There is an air pressure water
system with large stone and concrete
reservoir twelve feet above ground; L.
500 feet of underground piping con-
veying water to five points on the
farm, catching all barn lots and pas
lures; also water piped to house: Law
atory in kitchen and .avatory. toilet
and bath in the bath room: annie
sewer system. This farm is offered for
quick sale at $76 per acre. Possession
given March l., 1910. Liberal terms II
desired. Pictures and plat sent on an
plication. have other farms larger ana
INHALER Write
BAzEL ]. MEDK, Chillico.he, Mo.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
CHAPTER XII.
One Mystery for Another.

One mystery for Another.
The most commonplace incident
takes on new appearance If the at
tendant circumstances are unusual.
There was no reason on earth why
Mrs. Watson should not have carried
. blanket down the east wing stair.
case, If she SO desired. But to take
. blanket down at IL o'clock at night,
with every precaution as to noise, and,
when discovered, to fling it at Halsey
and bolt-Halsey's word, and a good
one-into the grounds-this made tho
incident more than significant
They moved slowly across the lawn
and up the steps. Halsey was talking
quietly, and Mrs. Watson was looking
down and listening. She was woman
Of a certain amount of dignity, most
efficient, so far as could see, al
though Liddy would have found fault
if she dared. But just now Mrs. Wat
sons face was an enigma. She was
defiant, 1 think, under her mask of
submission, and she still showed the
effect of nervous shock.
Mrs. Watson" | said severely,
will you be so good as to explain this
rather unusual occurrence"
II don't think it so unusual, Miss
Innes." Her voice was deep and very
clear; but it was somewhat tremulous.
II was taking a blanket down to
Thomas, who is-not we'll tonight,
and used this staircase, as being
nearer the path to the lodge. When
vested, and through an ugly stroy
Mr.. Innes called and then rushed at
me, IL was alarmed, and flung the
blanket at him"
Halsey was examining the cut on
his forehead in a small mirror on
the wall. 1t was not much of an in
jury, but 1t had bled freely, and his
appearance was rather terrifying.
Thomas ill?" he said, over his
shoulder. why. 1 thought 1 saw
Thomas out there as you made that
cyclonic break out of the door and
over the porch
coul1 see that under pretense Of
examining his injury he was watch
ing her through the mirror.
lis this one of the servants blank
cts, Mrs. Watson?" l asked, holding
up its luxurious folds to the light.
Everything else is locked away"
she replied. Which was true enough,
no doubt. / had rented the house
without bed furnishings.
IF Thomas is Ill" Halsey said,
some member Of the family ought to
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25


Taken all around. had only substl-
tuted one mystery for another. II I
knew now why Rosie had taken the
basket OF dishes. did not know who
had spoken to her and followed her
along the drive. If knew that Louise
was in the lodge, did not know why
she was there. If knew that Arnold
Armstrong had spent some time in the
lodge the night before he was muir
dered, I was no nearer the solution of
the crime. Who was the midnight in
truder who had so alarmed Liddy and
myself? Who had fallen down the
clothes chute? Was Gertrude's, lover
a villain or o victim? Time was to
answer all these things.
(1'o Be Continued)
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

, project, Montana, 10000 acres Of hne
grassy prairie under irrigation. Draw
Ing October Z. 1909. Must register for
drawing before October Z. You may
register by power of attorney. For in
formation and blanks write w. NJ.
Wayman. ValieS Montana, or ss6 Se-
curity Bank building, Minneapolis.
MINI.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

The first application OF ManZan, the
great Pile remedy. will almost instant
ly give relief. Continued use of Man
Fan for a few days will effect cure.
The tube In which 1t Is put UP has q
small nozzle attached, so that there Is
no Inconvenience whatever. ManZan is
for the cure of any kind of Piles. It Is
sold here by B. A. Morgan's drug
store
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

thing but Foley's Honey and Tar for
chronic coughs, bronchitis. hay fever,
asthma and lung trouble, as 1t stops
the cough and heals the lungs. Nc
Bride e. Will Drug Company.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has
become famous for its cures Of coughs.
colds, Group and influenza. Try 1t when
in need. 1t contains no harmful sub
stance and always gives prompt re-
lief.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
Money Come. In Handy,

You can't run state and provide II
with all the benevolences demanded
by the spirit OF the age and do 1t on
homilies and wind.-Newark Evening
News
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
For Sale

Ali kinds Of city property. farm land
in Iowa. Minnesota, North Dakota
We conduct all kinds OF auction sales.
If you are going to make sale. rive
US a chance.
n. J. ALLARD. ~, n, NOON.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

Wait Until "Out Of the Wood.~
When thou hast not crossed the
river, take care not to insult the croc.
odile.-Hawaiian Proverb.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

Wanted - Experienced lumberman
to take charge of yard; one who is al
SO experienced in the machine business
Prefer German, married man. Address
Box 81, Haverhill. Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
LAST BIG RESERVATION OPENING

Two million acres Cheyenne river
and Standing Rock reservations opened
in October. We furnish map. 1Sx30.
showing townships, sections, rivers,
railroads. History of land registry
points and laws governing opening in
printed form for 81. Time Is short:
send at once and be prepared for the
opening. Indian Lands Information Rn-
reau, Box 624. Aberdeen. S. d.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

Wanted-Good sober, Industrious
poultry man as foreman in our poultry
department None but good men need
|apply. Must understand all branches
of the poultry business. Andrew Wood
Company, Rockwell City, Iowa
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
SOUTH DAKOTA LANDS.


For Salc-Three fine farms on the
great black prairie of South Dakota.
Write w. &. Irvine Gettysburg, S. ID.
We are selling land in Faux coun-
ty. South Dakota. $50 to $50 per acr-
one third down, balance terms. We go
any day, Raklroad fair refunded pur
chasers. Write us. Hogendorn Land
Company, ColfaX Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

Wanted-Nfan. Must be willing tc
learn and capable of acting as our rep
resentative; no canvassing or solicit
ing; good income assured. Address Ma
rional Cooperative Realty Company
999 Marden Bldg. Washington, ID. C.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

Wanted-Men at Buchwald brick
yard, So day.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
FOR sALE-,owA LAND.

For Sale-l55 acre farm two miles
from Clear Lake. Send for list, Fred
j. Curvo Clear Lake. Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
----------.--
NE BRASkA LAND.
MISSOURI LANDS.

For Sale-Ninety miles south Kansas
City Missouri and Kansas farms: 20
10 40 acres; s35 to $50 per acre; in the
corn. wheat and clover belt Send for
price list. to ID. A. Beck. Stotesbury,
Mo
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25

Wanted-Postoffice clerks and car
riers. Examination viii be held in Mar
shalltown and many other cities in
November; particulars free Washing
ton Civil Service School, Dept 4S4.
Washington. d. c.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
FOR Observation-Disclosures.


FOR MISCELLANEOUS
For SaIe--Four fine spring pigs. Mrs.
Frank Peshel. ST., LeGrand, Iowa.
For SaIe-Pen of Buff Rocks, White
Rocks and White Orpingtons, winners
Richards & Son. I.eGrand. Iowa
For Sale-Brindle bull dog. Good
watch dog. Can or address DR.. +. j.
Neiman.
Fer sa!e-Shepherd dog, one year
old, gold foI cattle, II. n. White, 2os
North Fourth street
For Sale-Nine year old mare in
foal one spring colt: also coming two
year old colt. 215 West South street
For Sale-Several good second hand
gasoline engines. LennoX Machine
Company
For SaIe-Choiee, early Matched.
Single Comb Rhode Island Red cock
erels 81 each, six for So, if taken at
once. James Hawke, Jr.. Sheffield.
Iowa.
For Sale-One team. years old,
weight about 1,S00 pounds. city broke
Also an extra good delivery wagon.
Swisher Lang Grain Company.
For Sale-Chicken house. nearly
new. 1O7 North Second avenue
For SaIe-Feed yard only one in
town of 1000. Bargain ii taken at once.
Address Lawrence Goodman, Carroll.
| Iowa.
For SaIe-Old papers, large bundles.
for cents, at T.-R. office.
For Sale-Two slightly used automo-
biles at reduced price. Two second
hand autos very cheap. Marshall Auto
Company. 122124 East Main street.
For Sale-A firsr-class ten horse
power motor. d. C. 500 volt Operated
our old press but new press required
larger motor. Times Repubican
For SaIe-On easy payments, bar fix
. lures. new and second hand billiard
and pool tables. billiard and bowling
supplies. We lead in cheap prices. The
Brunswick Balse Collender Company.
Marshalltown, Iowa.
For saIe-A scholarship In the In
ternational Correspondence school of
SSAd Aitot. hodA SSS care LIN.
| For SaIe-Schick's feed yard, no
| East Church street
FOR sALE-clTY PROPERTY.
| For Sale-Modern eight room house
and barn. H. South Tenth street
|
| For Saie-Five, room cottage, 1l0S
South First avenue. very cheap for
cash, or on easy payments. Mrs. NJ. j.
Gray. 1929 Elliott. Minneapolis. Owner
For Saie-Dwelling and barn, 500
North First street, eight rooms and
bath. every modern convenience. Lot
! 60xlS0. Terms to suit.
! For Sale--Six room house at No. COZ
North Second avenue. Good furnace
water and sewer. s2,100. A bargain.
Enquire Evans Abstract Company
room 3. court house. Electric light wir-
| irgs.
| For Sale--Fine modern seven-room
house, very desirable naighberhool,
snap at price Address G. A. care
T.-R. Marshalltown, Iowa
! For SaIe-Two new six and seven
Il
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-09-25
COLORADO IRRIGATED LANDS.

Our irrigated lands are in center of
great grain and fruit belt. and produce
three times the crop value than best
Nebraska or Iowa lands. and cost no
more Free Illustrated circular Also
have nice 800 acre improved Iowa farm,
will divide Isaac Conner. Omaha. Neb.