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The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

l.. .. Richards, who had been Wis
ting at the heme OF his daughter,
Mrs. Ralph Pickering, in this city,
returned 10 his home at Iorydon
Saturday, MIS-. Pickering going
home With HIM for a few days visit.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

We want men and women to per.
NIT us to care for their clothes.
We don't scorch, burn or gloss any
garments while pressing them. In
stead we make them look like new:
The difference will delight you. G.
w Conner
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Deane Gill, of Garden Grove, who
enlisted some time ago in the avia-
ton corps. received his call last
week and left Wednesday for Berke-
ley, California, where he will attend
a training school at the University
of California.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Monday the Ford truck belonging
to Harris Monument Co., Of Leon,
was slightly damaged in collision
here with the Des Moines passenger.
car and was being loaded with a
monument The driver evidently
did not think of it being SO near
passenger time and failed to clear
the main line track sufficiently, with
the consequence that the steps on
the passenger coach hit the front
part of the truck bending one fen
der. This another lucky auto acct
dent with nobody hurt.-Lamoni
-Chrnnicle
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

The Leon big truck hauled the
most valuable load Monday that has
ever been hauled in Leon havlne
1870 bags of Plymouth tWlne on loi
BoWSher & BOWShlr.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Mr.. and Mrs. S. l.. Jordan, of neal
Weldon, were in Leon Monday On
their way to Humeston for few
DAYS visit with relatives. They
were accompanied by their nelce
Miss Neva Helt, of Humeston, who
had been visiting at their home.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Sale-The house and east GA
feet of lot /, block %, known as
the old Thurman place. For partic-
ulars apply TO sol 4th street, NJ,
Fargo, N. d. 42-4t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

The car load of twine has arrived.
Come in and get your tWlne. BOW
sher & BoWshers.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Rent-A three room house
and ten lots in Smith addition
Phone Mack Cox, Leon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Mrs. G. S. Guilford went to Car
roll, Iowa, last week to visit her
daughter, Mrs Gail Collision, and
assist in. caring for the new, bow
baby which arrived at their home
Mr.. and Mrs. Guilford now have
seven grandchildren. all SONS.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

A big stock of riding and walking
cultivators that we wish to move.
BOWsher & Bowsher -
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

A daughter was born to Mr.. and
Mrs. Robert Lear Davis, OF Eden
township, on Sunday, May 18Th.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Found-Yale key and shoe hook
which the owner can secure at The
Reporter office.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30
F<akO't Bowshsr's.

Millet, cane and rape seed at
Bowsher & Bowsher's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Rent-A 6 room house two
blocks northeast of the court house.
Phone Mack Cox, Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

We want your business and will
give you every reasonable banking
courtesy and accommodation. Leon
savings Bank
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

! Parties wanting wells bored call
on II. Phillips, Leon; Iowa. 41-5t.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

When you have baclsache the liver
or kidneys are sure 20 be out OF
gear. Try Sanol, it does wonders for
the liver, Kidneys and bladder. A
trial soc bottle viii convince you
Get it at the drug store. SO 10
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Sale-Daisy cuItivator, IA
inch pillow and one harrow. See j.
NJ Caster
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Sale-Grade Hereford bull,
weight about 1900 pounds. Guy
Chambers 1t.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30
Henry Esch
THE RAWLElGH MAN
Deca tUr. Iowa.

\ bouncing son was born to Mr..
and Mrs. 0. +. Eaton, OF Leon, at
the Weldon hospital on Wednesday,
May 22nd.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Rawleigh products are scientihcal-
ly and accurately made and are there
fore the most dependable.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Sale-My residence property
on north Main street. Mrs. Geo: ".
Sears. 4l-3L.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

John Wilson HAS received word
that his son, Port Wilson, has ar
rived safely in France.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

c. L. Butler has enlarged his jew
elry store and Optical room. He has
also just received some new electric
al Instruments which viii be OF great
help in his optical work. Step in
and look around.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30
in Leon

Mccormick mowers and binders a
BOwSher q Bowsher's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Wait for the Rawleigh wagon.
You get more for your money.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

A car load Of Deering mowers and
binders at Bowsher & BoWsher's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Friends in Leon received~ cards
Monday morning from Lieutenant
Frank G. Mallette. that the trans
port on which he sailed had landed
safely in France
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Sale-Duroc male hog. Rob
ert Pearson, Leon, Iowa. 1t.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Send in your shoe repair work and
We can return by mail if you so de-
sire it. Bowsher G Bowsher.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

For Saie-F Full blood registered
Aberdeen Angus yearling bull. |.
X. Fisher, Decatur, Iowa 4l-2t.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Two men to mend your shoes
while you wait. Bowsher & Bow
sher.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30

Try Havana Spikes cigars.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-05-30
Smoke Havana Spikes cigar.

For Rent-Office and living
rooms. W. NJ. Biggs. 42-tf |
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

THE SLEEVELESS EVENING: GOWN,

holes were corded with silk or nm
fshed with cable cords made OF the
material
Even debutantes wore these gowns.
They .Were coasidsEea q bit too state-
" for the. youRE swoman,s oRe. their
fashion was so strong that youth as
well as middle age took hold OF the
idea.
A year ago Paris invented the after
noon gown which had q slight decol-
letage and nothing but q cap for q
sleeve Strongly as the fashion has
held In France, It has not become ac-
oepted in America. We think too
much Of the cost and the cleaning OF
long gloves The majority of women
are not like Yvette Guilbsrt in prefer
ring inky black gloves, that Wrinkle
from finger tip to armpiE and. as they
would not wear, the dark ones, they
refused to accept the white ones,
which, in our climate, give only one
afternoons service.
The attempt was made by the glove
people to bring in the long suede
glove In dull yellow and gray, but
these were not acceptable. Therefore.
the shoft-sleeyed afternoon gown did
not; go. Even the elbow length was
looked upon askance by the majority
and left to q few exclusives We in
sisted upon the long sleeve in q Rrac.
ticak manner that astonished, those
who thought that America would not
be able to give UP her extEavag2nt
views: even In war time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25
FASHIONS

The vogue for knitted fabrics of all
kinds is increasingly strong. Wool
jersey cloth, a material now nearly. as
thoroughly a staple as serge or
broadcloth, is immensely popular at
the present time; tho finer silk jersey
is even occasionally developed into
garments for fzn and winter wear,
although e b moxe properly a sum-
NOR fabric; the heavy fiber silk mate-
rial introduced about q year ago is
moro popular this seaseo than when
It made its initial appearance. aud
suits, dresses and separate skirts. as
wen as very smart coats. are shown
made of a knitted material or a, woven
material that is a very good imita-
ton of real hand knitting. These
knitted materials are really the only
novelties or near novelties on the
market at present.
The sketch shows smart little
frock made of fiber silk material and
trimmed with braid. A fancy braid
may be employed or the edges of the
tunic and wide f1aring sleeves may be
bound with fine silk braid. The I'M
derneath skirt is narrow, although
not extremely so, and the dress fas-
tens on the left side. A girdle of self
fabric or OF satin ties in a simple
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

Tomorrow we show
the finest collection
and. biggest variety
Of styles in town at
the price, made of
all wool. h e \ w :
weight, non-strstch-
ing Jerseys and fine
wool serges in black,
blue. brown and
taupa. Some are cut
on long. loose lines.
showing conarless
waists and narrow
belts. others beaded
or silk braided.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

appEoprfately-Se worn over. = zip Of
49, gseeastss eesRe.
To the making of camisoles there
p no end.
I The fall hats will haves shapes Of
cloth instead OF felt ...,7..s------., 49,
Long rows Of small round buttons
Are fasciuating.
One suit n made Of erax checked
wool material has a shawl collar Of
seal and the coat has . Narrow hem
Of same ~ ~. 49,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25
By ANNE R1rTEnHousx

Special Coksspaa6snce Of The Star.
NEW YORK, September 24.-Ths
idea Of eliminating sleeves IN evening
gowns In connection with half 1ow
or no deco3letag< Is not new. It IL
here with US again. and it Is q re-
vival Of q fashion Of thirty years ago
At that time women wore princess
gowns without belts or girdfes, with
square trains. with a small decelfe-
tage in front and a high medici COLI
lar of wired lace, or no collar. There
was no attempt at sleeves. The arm
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25
FASHIONS AND .FAnS.

Some skirts are merely a matter
Of drapery.
Buttons Of material are much used.
Satin. blouses may be worn with
cloth skirts
Brick. terra Gotta and copper are
popular colors.
Printed chiffon for gowns Is very
fashionable.
. Metallic cloths make charming mar
row collars
Gray is q prominent color, especial
I A rich, Chinese coat or slip-on OF
blue and black embroidery may very
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25
nIIuLES!loRlE:s
6rbEDTnlE
BIZ THoRNToH ". BURGESS.
toowrixht 1s1 hit. W. Barysu) !.
Jerry Resumes Work.

A danger past is danger past,
So why not just forget it?
Watch out instead for the one ahead
Until you've safely met it.
For couple of days Jerry Musk
rat left his snug room in, the bank
only long enough to get a bite to eat,
and he was gone onlya little while
then. for he had little appetite. The.
rest Of the, tina h spant curasd. M in
his bed oE sekt-dE1 grass, oecasisnaIH
hpk1ne GAeswuupda msda hg Ae gzsa&
|~al eanWa of HaoU 10 Owl IAGle.
Inc. yoa know. is o. vesy hest tyea4-
msnk nst1e DeoDas. IN fw- caa, gsss
ehaR vumAA r. hapa tAem casan.
and wounds lceNk peEeect11 ctean heal
rapidly
But while he Lay there Jerry ala, a
lot Of thinking. Strange to. say he
didn't feel the huzt Of the wounds in
his body half as much as he did the
hurt Of the wound of his pride.
Serves me just right he kept say
ing over and over. Serves me Just
right. I'm too old, to be caught nap
ping like that. The idea of me liv-
ing to be as old as I ana and then be
caught by Hooty the Owl! I hope no.
one saw it. should be almost too
mortified to live if my friends knew
Of this ! shall have to keep out Of
sight until my wounds heal Then
shall have to think, Of some good
excuse to explain the tears in my
coat in case any Of nay neighbors
notice them. I hope no one will. II
any OF them should know the truth
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

Swift & ComDany's Saless of fresh
beef in, Washington D. c.. for the week
ending Saturday, Sept Fl, 1913, aver
aged 20.55 cents per pOQ1d.-Adver-
tisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

Smartly cut Suits in
q big variety OF this
Falls most exclusive
styles, including the
high-waisted or longer
effects. Made OF In,
est cloths, poplins,
serges and gabardines
in every new shade.
Some are paneled and
trimmed with fringe,
others fur trimmed,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

This would be a very easy dress to
make, and, Of course, the choice of
materials may be varied to suit the
individual taste.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

Splendid quality
Of Bed Comforts.
in many new fast
colors: quilted de-
signs; has 9-tnch
plain border to
match the neat
dOral d estg ms;
filed. With 4 pure
snow-whtte. cotton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25

ORIENTAL EVENING GOWN WITH
UNDERSIR OF BLACK SATIN
BANDED WITH JET AND VEILED
IN FLOATING MANTLE OF BLACK
TULI4E ATTACHED AT ROUND
NECK. IT IS SLEEVELESS AND
FINISHED AT HEM WITH JET EN-
BROIDERT.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25
The Primitive Evening, Gown.

The showing Of sleeveless evening
gowns met with much approval by
those who were in. search OF novelty,
because they realized that the new
type. was not akin to the bodiceless.
evening gown that was fashionable
before the war. 1t has more dignity,
more modesty and it gives more pres
tige to it's wearer.
The sketch shows a primitive gown
that has been introduced into the
new fashions with great success. 1t
begins in a narrow. sheath of black
satin which is trimmed horizontally
with wide bands Of jet embroidery.
This slip fits the figure. from collar
bone to ankle. It is veiled with a
close application, Of black tulle to
soften the outline Of the hem and the
brilliancy OF the jet.
Dropped ,ovex this is a round. float
ing mantle Of black tube, caught in
at the neck1ine. It falls to the hem
Of tho underslip. and, it leaves the
!. arms entirely bare. It is merely. a
deep ffounce Of black tuIle embroid-
cred with jet at the border. It floats
away from the figure at the sides.
It. is worn with. q necklace OF jet
beads, and with It is carried a green
fan with black sticks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25
SMART FROCK or FIBER SILK
TRIMMED IN BRAID AND SATIN

knot. with long ends at the back
Sashes Of all kinds and on all sorts
Of frocks are seen this season. A
smart little frock recently noted had
bodice and lower part of skirt Of navy
serge, sleeves and upper part Of skirt
being of black satin, and the waist
was held in by . narrow sash OF satin
tied low in front. The ends OF the
sash were finished with silk tassels.
( While the collaxlesa vogue contin-
uea freQuenfly . mere line OF white
- used as finish at tho neck to re-
Heve the so1mberness Of the frock. and
many women stin adhere to oofk col-
lars OF white satin or Geo4geffe, real-
ixtnX that white gives nearly every
faoe . most becoming framing.
On the frock shown the collar may
b. a6 white Il preferred. or II . satin
k n HDe& Il NAY match tia Gast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-09-25
No Gloves Worn in the Evening.

The habit Of abandoning evening
gloves. to large extent. except by
nnatronly women, has caused. UNI
doubleday. the advent of, the sleeve
less evening gown. There has never
been question in the minds of those
who regard dress as piece of art
concerning the ugliness of leather on
bare flesh in connection with jewels.
1t has always seemed to the few as
a bit of barbarism that education
would Danish.
1t looks as. though education plus
war will do the work this year. One
sees hosts Of gloveless women in the
evening. Some go without gloves for
economy, some for convenience. and
othera because they have begun. to
realize, that leather and jewels are
not fit companiona. Bracelets and
rings should be put on human flesh,
not on animal hides. or the juxtaposi-
ton ia repNlliug.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1918-10-26
From Charles Miller.


Dear Mother:
I am in good health and hope all you
folks are the same. The weather has
been disagreeable for the last three
days. plenty of rain and mud. I re-
ceived your letter a few days ago but
am writing again to tell you about my
self. Yesterday was Sunday and of
course we went to mass. l went to con-
fession and communion. for it may be
my last chance for a long time. That's
the way it is in the army. We have a
chaplin with us all the time but he has
a large flock and he can't be hearing
confessions of all any time. They want
TO go especially before going into bat
tie. Do you stiH worry about me yet?
hope not for listen. mother. it doesn't
do you any good but lots of harm. take
Josies advice. suppose Arnold is
about ready to go now too. He will
have to register this month, won't he?
Alvina is getting to be some young
lady isn't she? I hardly knew her on
those picture. A year and a half makes
whole lot Of difference. doesn't it? DO
you see Mary very often or does she
still stick in the house the same as al
ways.
heard from Frank the other day and
be is getting along fine. Haven't heard
from Pete yet but expect to any time
now Give my best regards to all and
tell Pa I saw his Uncle Dudle's grave
up at Scissors. Got killed that morning
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1918-10-26

by US Americans. Hal ha! My love
and kisses
Your loving son.
CHARLIE.
France. Sept "a. 1918.
Dear Sister:
Received your letter and was pleased
to hear from you again. 1 just received
IA letter from Pete and he was telling
me what a hell of a war this was. pick
ing blackberries and having the Saliva
ton Army girls make them some pies.
He don't know what real campaigning
is. sleeping in the woods or any place
you happen to have stones for pillows
and wake at night and laying in a pud-
die of water. soaked to the skin Then
he tells me of artillery drilling I told
him we went over the top behind the in
fantry with our guns. know what it
is in the heavy artillery. they can't fool
me. Our division has been cited by
Pershing twice and several times by
French generals and have been in more
fighting than any division overseas Just
now I am back for a rest and am billet
ed in q haymow with horses for COM
pany.
Remember that time on the eve OF
Fourth of July when 1 told ma 1 was
going out on the farm that night and
she wanted me to wait till next morning
because I told her we were going to
sleep in haymow. I wonder what she
would say now. Well, I hope you have
good luck with your new addition to
the family. Pete was laughing at Tony
and saying he was some bearcat. I sup
pose all the States got all excited the
time we pulled Off our stunt at St.
Mihiel. It was some Job too. The roads
were muddy and raining all the time
1 got soaked that night and you should
have seen me. mud from head to foot
from going back and forth through the
trenches carrying ammunition 10 the
guns. I saw the people in one town
captured from the Germans, they were
a happy lot but looked pale and half
starved. The weather has been fair
since then. had a little rain the other
day but didn't amount to much. Next
time I get chance I am going to buy
your little one souvenir. They have
some pretty silk dresses over here. You
can expect something soon. Harry
Jones from Hammond got wounded last
week. he was a runner from our battery.
He went over the top with the infantry.
Chayken went over with the first wave
and I had to laugh when he was telling
me about it. One knee shakes this way,
then you start to sing and every one
excited, 1t was some experience for him.
This is some war after all. Better than
none at all the boys say.
We'll, sis, hope this reaches you in
good health and give my regards to all.
Love and kisses.
Your loving brother.
CHARLIE MILLER.
Bait. c, II F. A. A. P. o. 10,
A. Z. F, France.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1918-10-26
From John Sharp.

From John Sharp to his parents, Mr..
and Mrs. Bert Sharp. Whiting.
Somewhere in France, Sept rs.
Dear Dad and Mother:
Arrived in camp yesterday morning
to find everything the same. am
patiently waiting to see what they are
going to do with me. Today I did
practically nothing, being an acting
corporal, a person gets out OF lot
Of fatigue work.
Yesterday after arranging my cot
asked for a pass and received 1t.
Don Daegling and myself hired a bicy-
Gle and as We were riding down these
country roads who should we meet
but Johnnie Naef. He also was on a
pass and enjoying the pleasures af-
forded by a bicycle. L had not seen
him in a month. so naturally It was
a pleasant meeting
Oh. by the way. John Julier, who
halls from Whiting, came to see me
at school He Is a sergeant Jor.
1t surely appears as If that class of
10 is well represented.
Wei. It comes back TO what I start
ed on-we, Naef-Daegling and yours
truly accompanied BY a few other of
our friends bicycled it to Anglers
about twelve kilometers. but at that
we had a good time. Yes. it happened
-Daegling received the first blow. a
nice puncture-which cost him the
price Of a new inner tube-Sharp was
next. but IS luck would have it. mine
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1918-10-26
Dear Sister:


Somewhere in France,
September 10. 1918.
Dear Sister:
Received your last mail and pictures
and anxiously waiting for more news.
1 am getting along nicely and getting
fat. Let me know how John is getting
along. I received a postal card from
him the other day. He was saying Ed
Knoll was sent to some roundhouse to
work I think this war will be over
shortly. I would like to tell you what
is going on here for we are sent out to
different places every day right in the
firing line doing work Yesterday we
were doing some work near a gang of
German prisoners and I was talking to
a German prisoner. and he gave me a
ring. There were quite a few. mostly
old men like Ryne's father, and a few
young boys. They were pretty we'll
down and out. Keep your eye on the
Chicago papers. they may give you the
news what we boys are doing here.
Well I tell you we are giving the Ger
mans hell" We will be in Berlin most
any time and have a large basket ready.
for when I come back ! am going to
bring all the German souvenirs that I
can carry l0dl / IflQ OH the DdllAGNeiQ.
We had an accident on the railroad yes
terday when our engine tipped over.
One of our lieutenants was sitting in
side. The way it looked to me / thought
the engine was on him. I hurt my leg
a little. I was sitting in front of the
engine. 1t very nearly pinned me under
meath. A German gave our truck driver
a match box and it showed the picture
of that 75-nnile gun that the Germans
were using. 1t is mounted on two fiat
There are 80 wheels on the cars that
hauled It, but this large gun is not in
the Germans hands any more. 1t was
the only one they had. Are you getting
any war news at all? Write and tell me
what you read. / will close. Send my
best regards to all and tell them 1 am
getting along fine.
Let me know II you are getting my
mail. and also do not send anything to
mo for I will not get it. They don't
allow 1t to be shipped across the water.
And If you want to you can take this
letter to the editor of THE TIMES and
that would let the people know what the
boys over here arc doing. Send me
the war news clippings with your mail
You can write all the news wish.
Your mail is not censored.
SERGEANT BA Y.
Co. d. 22nd Eng. A. E. T. via Ne =.
A. P. o. No. 7o3.