Iowa State Bystander

IOWA STATE BYSTANDER VOL. 9. CITY NEWS. M. B. If you have relatives or friends visit in the city or going to make a visit, please warm us; we collect all your local news—Kd. Pri- trial Mrs. Frank Johnson of Davenport visiting relatives and friends in the Post. State Mrs. Lucian Brown who has been very sick is convalescent. An William Carey is still very sick and terats friends are uneasy about his con- residion. milk. led a surprise party was given for Miss seller Shaffer at her home last Monday capital by a few of her friends. Gala the R. Wm. Smith of Davenport spent day this week in our city visiting has wife. _____ with of w. and Mrs. Waldon of Newton amp w days in the city returning home sing week. _____ rest sack side Bank Woodard is in Indisuapolis, I. this week, attending the annual in video of the U. M. W. of A., which is in session in that city. wh poor H. Maron, Jewelry. No. 312 West pli street, tunes pianos and repairs repa wh thee and Mrs. Douglas Miller, Miss Hawner and Geo. Mason con- mind a quarrel that rendered a selec- tion the A. E. church last Sun- night. The soprano solo was sang dollars Boe in a very pleasing singer. The quartet special number wrote duet music. I. Holt and S. D. pus. John T. Gray, District Deputy G. Master of Arts Odd Fellows of I. arrived your city this week saw after his sister. Mr. Mabry is G. the rising young men of Iowa. Chome of Mrs. Anaustin, 755 W.inth st. it is burglarized last Tuesday night about 9 o'clock when the family was away and con- sidered jewelry and money was pro- cibly the thieves. A gold hunt- ing case watch, three gold rings and a lady's broach and $12 or $15 dollars in silver was taken. A social club met Wednesday evening with Miss Gerie Hirtie. After the constitution and by-laws had been read and adopted the following officers were elected: President, Ed Thompson; vice president, Harrie Laurie; secretary, Gertie Hyde; treasurer, Bacheliel Gertie; critic, Besie Jackson. Copper Bull Mining Co. Capital Stock of $3,000,000. Headquarters at St. Lolita, Missouri. Mine at Pueblo, Colorado. Stock 15 cents a Share for a short time. C. P. JONES, Local Agt. & Stockholder 322 East 4th St., Davenport, Iowa. All mail orders promptly attended to. CHANGE OF TIME ON CHICAGO. Mr. J. Thomas Blagburn will leave February 2nd for Chicago where he will take treatment to restore his sight which he lost about ten years ago. He will be under the care of Dr. Henry F. Garey who conducts a special Ophthalamic Institute; he is recently from Baltimore and has made a discovery and success in this special line Ma. Blagburn his wife will accompany him. We hope that Mr. Blagburn's eyesight may be restored. Bargains In Pianos & Ogans Slightly Used Upright Pianos at Half Price. Five Square Pianos With Good Action and Tone at $30, $40, $45, $50. Used organs at half actual value. One Mason & Hamil, $8; another, same make, a little better, $10. Standard organ, $12. One large size fancy case Earhuff organ, $15. One high top Kimball, good as new, $35. New organs $40 to $100. One piano cased organ, seven octaves, $73. These prices should interest you if you want good goods cheap. A full line of the collected New Scale Kimball planes, also the old reliable Hallet & Davis plans always on hand. Violin, dolphins and guitars are reduced prices for next few days. Sheet music of all kinds, including the latest popular pieces, which we sell at 19 cents per copy, always in stock. If you cannot come to our store please write us and we will take pleasure in filling your orders, whether it be for a plano worth $50 or a sheet of music worth 19 cents. W. W. KIMBALL CO. 530 Walnut Street. G. B. McNerney, Mgr. Why not subscribe for the BYRANDA (?) instead of going several blocks to read the one that some one else is paying for. If it is "no good," as some of the would be leaders say, why do they read it? They are too cheap to pay for is themselves and would rather borrow it from some of our generous subscribers. BEAUTIFUL INDIAN TERRITORY. the mecca for the homeeseker and investor; wonderful results—greater possibilities. The M. K. & T. Ry. is the pioneer Indian Territory line and six of the largest towns are located directly on its lines. Write for pamphlets. Address JAMS BANKER, Gen'l Pass. Agent, M. K. & T. Ry., 101 Wainwright Bldg., St. Louis. On January 22, 1890, Rev. H. S. Graves and Miss Bell Harper were united in the holy bond of marriage, and as Wednesday of this week was their 7th anniversary they gave a reception in the afternoon and evening at the parsonage. A large number of their friends were there to wish them many more happy anniversaries. A number of vocal and instrumental solos were rendered and refreshments were served during the receiving hours. DR. A. G. EDWARDS. IOWA PHONE 1081 MUTUAL PHONE 486 (Office) MICEF Purchase Store Over 764 West Ninth Street. Editor John L. Thompson will go to Cleveland, Ia., Jan. 30th, to deliver his lecture "Open The Door of Opportunity." Many colored people of our city at tended Williams and Walker comedy "In Dahomey." Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Young of Boone Ia., are in the city to attend Williams and Walker. CANDIDATE FOR SHERIFF The name of Mr. James W. Jones of Mitchellville, (Beaver township), is announced as a candidate for Sheriff of Polk County, to succeed Geo. Mattern. Mr. Jones was born in the Hoosier state in 1849 came to Polk county in 1855 settling on a farm in Beaver township, where he has remained ever since, except the time he spent in the Civil war. There were four brothers of the Jones family and they all offered their service to defeat secession and abolish slavery. Young James entered Company F, 47th Iowa, at the tender age of 15 years. He returned to Mitchellville, where he went into the stock raising business. In 1900 he was appointed deputy sheriff under Geo. Mattern, and has made an excellent record. He has always been a hard working, active Republican and has never before asked or held any office. He is a true friend of the colored man and will if elected give them just recognition. His many friends are working hard for him and will be glad to receive your support. The man who wears a small hat generally has a big opinion of himself. The modern theatrical hit must have a blush in every line. There is always room at the top, and somebody there who wants to occupy it all. The way to succeed nowadays is to have had success first. The greatest man in the world is probably wondering what he can do to-morrow to keep up the bluff. Real worth will crop out, but somebody is likely to out the crop. Women Guides in Maine. Of the 1,800 registered guides in Maine only three are women and only one of the trio is regarded by the men as thoroughly competent. This is Mrs. J. S. Freese of Riverton, who has shot every kind of game to be found in the Maine woods. She is also an expert at tanning skins and has in her home some beautiful specimens of her handiwork. Mrs. Freese hunts all through the winter, spending weeks in camp during the coldest of weather. EDITORIALS. WHY NOT? Rev. B. E. Parker of Westerville, Ohio, is charged with using the U. S. mail for illegal purposes. The members of his church unlike the majority of our Afro-Americans, who belong to our churches, did not assemble in a convention and condemn the officers for arresting him or centering the people who do not care to follow men with black records. If the white people will condemn one of their number why not the good people of our race get together long enough to condemn the rascals of our race, who pretend to be leaders of the race. On page four we publish a letter written by Wm. M. Curtis to the Chicago Record Herald, defending Roosevelt in his stand in regard to colored appointments. Mr. Curtis also gives a long list of colored men appointed from the North, to show that the North recognize ability, fitness and qualification. It is the strongest we ever read. It is well worth saving in your scrap book. TILLMANISM The recent South Carolina tragedy in which editor N. G. Gonzales was shot by Lieutenant Governor Tillman, (a nephew of old "pitchfork" Tillman) at Columbus, S. C., last week, was one of the most murderous and cowardly criminal act that brute can commit. Under the South Carolina code, if this act of Tillman's had been committed by a colored man, his body would have been hung and riddled with bullets or burned to ashes, but now they will allow a trial. Mr. Gonzales died this week. To say the least it is sad, sad indeed, but this Tillman is only following out that low, poor bred blood of his uncle, Senator Tillman, who heaped his villainies on President Roosevelt, also his murderous assault upon Senator McLaurin and no later then last week attacked Attorney General Knox. It shows that the same spirit exist in one as in the other. If South Carolina ever wish to redeem herself sufficiently to be called a commonwealth of America she will have to purge herself quickly of Tillmanism. AN OBJECT LESSON. Below we publish an article which appeared in last week's Des Moines Democrat, the only Democratic journal published in this county. It is one of the best common sense editorial we have seen for a long time. The Democrat deserves much credit for his broad ideas relating to the colored man. The article speaks for itself. We would like to see the white man of any breadth of soul, or capacity for intelligent deductions who could go with us down to the Electric Carpet Cleaning office on West Grand avenue, between second and third streets, and listen to the intelligent and comprehensive conversation of Mr. Hyde, the inventor and owner and not after feel the blush of shame mantle his check, whenever one of the small souled pygmies of his own race, blasted out "dam the nigger anyway." Mr. R. N. Hyde is a credit to any race, or any community. A man of human ideas and choice language with which to express them. A gentleman of experience, full of original ideas and brain and balance of mind to mature and use them for the benefits of himself and the community in which he lives. It is doubtful if there is a white man in Des Moines, whose life, all things considered, will show such practical results. Born a slave in the "Old Dominion," rated by law and custom a brute—a chastel—his youth asured and hampered by the task masters, denied a soul by the Christians (?) who ruled his native state, about whose neck hanged the dead weight of serenity and bondage, with no ray of hope held out to him even by the ruling race among whom his lot was cast later on. Nothing in all God's earth, upon which to hang a hope, except a proclamation of the grandest of God's creations, Abraham Lincoln. Even this proclamation was but a legal enactment made possible by military necessity, and almost a dead AL W. LAYMAN, County Treasurer. [Picture of a man in a suit with a tie and a mustache.] It is with pleasure that we announce Pressurer, A.I. W. Layman, who was recorder of Supervisora to fill out the unexpired was appointed postmaster of Des Moines the nomination on the republican ticket maries to be held March 6th. Mr. Layman born and raised in Webster township father who was a soldier in the Civil War Young Layman came to Des Moines abe where he remained until 1900, when under John McKay, Sr., which place he pointed him treasurer. Mr. Layman county chairman of the Republican Cen asked or held any office in his life. His fits him for said position. He is courteous friend of the colored race, as he, like his treasurer in his office. His friends will It is with pleasure that we announce the name of the present County Treasurer, Al W. Layman, who was recently appointed Treasurer by the Board of Supervisors to fill out the unspired term of Hon. John McKay, Sr., who was appointed postmaster of Des Moines. Mr. Layman is now a candidate for the nomination on the republican ticket, subject to the republican county primaries to be held March 6th. Mr. Layman is a product of Iowa, having been born and raised in Webster township, Polk county, where he lived with his father who was a soldier in the Civil War, belonging to 149 Indians Volunteers. Young Layman came to Des Moines about 10 years ago and went into business where he remained until 1900, when he was appointed first deputy treasurer under John McKay, Sr., which place he filled until the County Supervisors appointed him treasurer. Mr. Layman is an active working Republican; was county chairman of the Republic Central Committee in 1901. He has never asked or held any office in his life. His past experience in the office eminently fits him for said position. He is courteous, kind and a gentleman to meet; a friend of the colored race, as he, like his predecessor has one colored deputy treasurer in his office. His friends will be pleased to receive your support. a statement on paper, so far as the a treatment of people whom this man had to meet in his struggle for place and recognition as a human being. Yet in the fast of these bauhinic prejudice, Mr. Hyde with the soul of ten heroes in one body, worked incessantly and patiently awaited the day when he would be pronounced a man. He came to Iowa, and Des Moines in 1874, but lived in Council Bluffs same year, but returned to Des Moines in 1875, worked for Mr. L. Mott until 1878, when he went into the house cleaning business and followed general house cleaning until 1886. Carpets he found to be still dirty after the best known methods of cleansing had been resorted to, which set him to wishing for some method by which he could benefit his patrons, and do more work and better. He in the mean time had been given a vast number of carpets which were considered worthless except for rags by their former owners and this created a desire to see the original colors brought back to these carpets, many of which were of fine quality and not worn to hurt. From a knowledge of chemistry gained by dint of study along the line of his daily work, Mr. Hyde evolved 'H and H', which at once revolutionized the carpet cleaning business. After perfecting and patenting "H and H" soap, Mr. Hyde sold a half interest to T. W. Henry, who became associated with him in the extensive manufacturing and distribution of the "one and only" and much appreciated household necessity known as "H and H", a soap which is being rapidly introduced into the homes of two continents, and welcomed as a long fett want. It was suggested to Mr Hyde that now, in the new role of inventor and half owner of a world wide home article of necessity, he should drop his carpet cleaning business. Here again the solid sense of this colored benefactor, as well as manufacturer, showed up. He reasoned that this established business was giving him a competency, enabling him to clothe, feed and school an interesting family of children and to allow no false pride lead to his abandonment of the ship which carried him to independence and acknowledge respectability and worth as a citizen, was not to be thought of seriously, and so today his "Electric Coat Cleaner", is rolling out on 1,200 yards of nice clean carpet every day, which is the best advertisement locally for "H and H," to be found. Could the whole world see a piece of grease, dingy carpet fed into this world's wonders and then see it emerge clean and bright with all its pristine beauty of color restored, the present capacity to manufacture "H and H," would not be able to make one sake where ten thou sand were demanded. So much for "H and H," and the electrical machine but greater by far than either or both is the lesson here outlined for the young man who is schooling himself for intelligent, comprehensive, advanced american citizenship. Not even chains of slavery, not even universal prejudice, ignorance, egoism and fanaticism can keep a boy of --- since the name of the present County county appointed Treasurer by the Board term of Hon. John McKay, Sr., who is. Mr. Layman is now a candidate for a subject to the republican county priniar is a product of Iowa, having been p. Polk county, where he lived with his mr. belonging to 149 Indiana Volunteers. but 10 years ago and went into business he was appointed first deputy treasurer filled until the County Supervisors appeared an active working Republican; was central Committee in 1901. He has never past experience in the office eminently us, kind and a gentleman to meet; a predecessor has one colored deputy be pleased to receive your support. pluck and brains down, no matter of what race or color. Mr. Hyde numbers among his fermer well satisfied patrons, well wishers and warm personal friends many of the best families of Des Moines, whose good will and friendship he gained by honestly, bravely fighting the uphill battle of life to a successful finish. CLINTON ITEMS. Rev. W. W. Russell is a happy man, he received the intelligence last week that his white leghorn pullet', which took its prize at the poultry and bird fanciers show in this city in December, had taken 15 prize at a show in Elgin, amongst a collection of 737 birds. The girls society of Bethel A.M. E. church gave a social on Friday evening, the proceeds being devoted to the Presiding Elder's fund. Messrs. Albert, John Robinson and wife returned to Chicago Saturday, after a weeks' visit with friends. The funeral of the late Mrs. Adam Sayke, whose death was mentioned briefly in last weeks' paper, was held Thursday afternoon from Bethel A.M. church, Rev. W. A. Searcy officiating; interment taking place in Springfield. Emeline Malinda Thompson was born as Hagerstown, Md., May 1st 1841. While a child she came with her adopted parents to Oregon. Ill., where she grew to womanhood. In 1867 she was married to Adam Sayles who preceded her a year ago to eternal rest, she was the mother of five children three of whom survive her, John, Henry, Minnie and Emma who are left to mourn the loss of f. kind and devoted mother; her christian life dates from early childhood, and was a member of the Betul A. M. E, church which feels her lost. There was four accessions to the Second Baptist church Sunday. At three P. M. the rises of Baptism was conferred upon, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perkins and Mrs. Rena Martin in the Baptistery of the First Baptist church, the evening service was much in keeping with the after noon service, the pastor taking as a text Second Corrinhanth 5 to 17 subject Greeted Anew in Christ, be showed in a forcible manner the characteristics and what would be expected of the new creature, the new members were there welcome to the church. G. W. Lucky of Kewankse, Ill., is in the city called here by the death of Mrs. Sayles. Rev. J. W. Malone Presiding Elder conoted quarterly meeting services here Sunday preaching some forcible sermons, one accession was made to the church. Wm. Dodson is very slick, and it is hope by his n any friends for speedy recovery. Rev. W. W. Russell has been offered a position of traveling salesman for Iowa, Minnesota and Northern and Southern Dakota by the Harriet Seed Company of New York, he will accept if allowed to continue to preach as he feels he could not afford to lay down the ministry for the sake of dollar. ALBIA NOTER Mrs. Sarah Jones of Des Moines is visiting her mother, old lady Talbert, this week. Mr. C. Thomas is quite sick at this writing. Mr. John T. Mabry, District Grand Master of Iowa G. U. O. of F. F., and Grand Master Ewing were in Alba on business and visited the Household of Bath No. 1380 and addressed them. The members and friends of the A. M. E. church tendered a donation party to their pastor Wednesday evening. Miss Neilie Grayson is quite sick at this writing. M. M. S. S. held their usual two weeks entertainment at the home of Mrs. E. Grayson. There were twenty-nine in number present. The repas consisted of ham, hand sandwiches, fruit, salad, olives, ice cream and cake, candies and nuts. Music and games were played. The principal feature of the evening was making out the different names of cakes from letters formed on a card. The prizes awarded were a china dish, first prize awarded Miss Bertha Stevenson and second prize a glass to Mr. Ed Butler. OSKALOOSA NEWS Rev. C. W. Holmes of the M. E. church is visiting at Colorado Springs. Mr. Simpson Mitchell is on the sick list. Mrs. Etta Cheek of Pooria is visiting her mother and father in this city, after an absence of three years. In his tribute to the late speaker Reed Elder Clemens demonstrated that he is a fluent with his pen as with his tongue. The Chicago-Record-Herald quoted and commented upon his attitude. A number of strangers are visiting in the city. Three weeks of revivals meetings at the A. M. E. church have closed with one accession. Elder Clemins is absent from his pulpit and is reporte ill with throat and lung trouble. Reports have it that wedding bells are soon to ring in these parts. The new street ears will be running by by the first of the coming month. Father Lewis preached at Sberters's Chapel on Sunday. FORT MADISON NOTES Mrs. Hattie B. Wifray returned home Friday morning from Ohio, after a visit of five Weeks with her brother, Mr. J. Purl Davis. The Second Baptist church is again without a pastor. The revival at the A. M. E. church is getting along nicely, as they have had a few additions. Mrs. Hall Wood is again on the sick list. Mrs. Lizzie Holmes is sick at her home with a causer. Quite a number of the men are busily engaged in putting up ice. Mr. Green Jackson was out of the city Sunday. OTTUMWA NEWS. Mr. Wm. Moppin of Madison, Mo. was an Ottumba visitor Sunday. Mr. Moppin left Sunday evening for Omaha. The many friends of Mr. James Terrel were greatly shocked when they re elved the sad intelligence of his death last week. Mr. Terrel died at his home in Moberly, after a few months illness, he had lived in our city about four years until recently funeral services was conducted by the church in Moberly. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of his many friends and acquaintances. Mrs. Walter Davis returned Saturday from Moberly, M. where she was called to the bedside of her brother Mr. James Terrel.: Three persons united with the A. M. E. church Sunday. Revival meetings are being held as the Second-Baptist church, Rev. J. W. Brown of Clarinda is assisting the pastor Rev. Jones. Mr. Geo. Batley who has been ill for sometime with typhoid fever is able to be out. Nails. Mrs. Fullenwider and little son left Saturday morning for St. Louis after spending the holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W. Fowler. Mr. Benjamin Beryn of Reddick was in the city Monday on business. SIOUX CITY ITEM8. Rev. E. G. Jackson will go to Yankton, S. D. on the 24th to assist Rev. Joplin of that city in his quarterly meeting as Presiding Elder J. W. Malone cannot be present. There was a social at the Mt. Zion Baptist church Mon Jay evening. It was quite a success. Mrs. Dougiasse of Clarinda home last week after a pleasant months visit with her brothers Messrs John and David Shores. Mrs. R. H. Early gave a three o'clock luncheon on Thursday afternoon a two course luncheon was served and the afternoon was pleasantly spent with music. The ladies pleasure club met with Mrs. Maggie Thompson Friday afternoon. The Ladies Improvement society will meet with Mrs. John Morgan Thursday afternoon. Died, Saturday Jan. 18th infant son of Mr and Mrs. Jerry Lee. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Rev. E. G. Jackson officiated, interment in Flock cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Algie will leave our city soon to take up their residence at Manila, we are very sorry to lose them. Those on the sick list are Master Thomas Stingie and Miss Luu Stingia and Mr. J. W. Norris. No. 33. There will be a concert given the benefit of the Stewards under the ship of Dr. Wilbur J. Norris at the M. E. church Thursday evening the The Whist Club will meet with H. Murray on Wednesday evening. Descott James Washington will pulpit Sunday morning in the at the pastor end Rev. James J. Early evening. KNOXVILLE AND GALESBURG BUDGETARIAN. We thought you would like to from your brothers and sisters Illinois, we are still interested in welfare of the Bystander, and would to see it succeed, because we be worthy enterprise. We will try week afterto give the news two above named cities. Rev. Ferribe is in the midst of vival at h a church in Galesburg, w that much good may be accompli friends on Friday the 16th at the rest of Rev. and Mrs. Grant *in honor of 21st birthday anniversary*. An enjoy time is reported. Rev. Wade is holding a series of ing in Dunnfirmine. Miss Matie Know was an Abr visitor last Monday. Miss Grace Gash of Galesburg wh been seriously ill for nearly two w is reported no better. Mrs. Wade and family were en ad dinner Wednesday by Mr. Dol Perry. Mr. Jack Marshall is on the sidetier. Mr.-Brooks of Galesburg was business visitor in Knoxville last week. Rev. Wade will assist Rev. Reeves a Monmouth in a series of meetings this week. Melissa Logan of Galesburg is rejoice quite ill at her home on Tompkins St. Mrs. S. C. Barbes of Galesburg entertained in honor of the Autumn Leib on the evening of the 8th at it home on Mulberry street. There were good many people who seemed to it was good to be there. The event was spent in playing games and a conversation, after which lunch was in two courses by Mr. Johnson several young ladies. These presen- ted from Knowville were Medames S. Clark, Mattie Wade and Miss Ella Sis. The famous Milk Mals will hold the convention in the A. M. B. church Galesburg sometime in February, to attend as you might make a range Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown res- Mrs. Bodgers wife of Rev. the pastor of the Baptist church at Grace is visiting in Indiana so we have not formed. We would like to get as many subscribers for the Bpstander in the burg and Knoxville as possible and call around to see our friends in the time if you would like to be a reader this interesting paper and want to help along just drop a card to the egen box 47 Knoxville and they will cell see you also if you have any news would like to have inserted send to same address be "Up to Date" by ping the Bpstander. The coal famine has reached the burg and Knoxville so you see we right in line. Some of the people a.e burning bricks, what do you tha? COULD NOT USE SIDE SAD Old-Fashioned Woman Turned in state by Livery Keeper. "It is hard these days," says it a today, lar actress, "to be an old-fashioned woman even with the best intention. I was resting at a rather fashionable little place not long ago and was to get some horseback exercise which I am very fond. So I went looking for a horse, and applied for a horse. The proprietor inquired how I intended to ride. "A woman should ride a horse, with a side saddle, of course," I answered. "Then you can have no horse of ours, was the verdict. "A side saddle unites the best of horses for any other use. It's an invention of the devil and an injurious to the woman as it is to the horse. All my wiles were powerless to overcome the horse owner's objections and I was forced to forego equine trian pleasure." NEWTON NOTES. Mrs. Bromfield and baby of Gnatha are resting at the home of her parents, Mrs. A. Fuse. Mr. and Mrs. W. Walden have returned from a very pleasant visit with relatives in the Capitol City. Those on the sick list are Meursa Fine, Miller and Meadames Jason Green Spence, Miss Florence Miller and Mr. Turner are convalescent. Ella Mayes departed Saturdap Indianola to care for her sister, Maggie Carter who is dangereously Mr. Arthur Hill of Colfax was the girl Shayton's Jubilee singers gave a id entertainment at the Opera B Tuesday evening. Misses Clara and Florence Miller asd by their brother Clarence please entertained the members of the Scl Club Friday evening Jan. 16th. evening was spent in music, games biographical programme of Fredre Douglas. An elaborate six course course was served at no 'ocklow. Those pre sent report a delightful time. The literary sociate is progressing aloely. The subject for discussion Wednesdao is Resolved. That there is more pleasure in pursuit than in nomination. IOWA STATE BYSTANDER VOL. 9. CITY NEWS. (MB). I have relatives or friends visit in the city or going to make a visit, please know us. we collect all your local news.-MdJ Mrs. Frank Johnson of Davenport is visiting relatives and friends in the city. Mrs. Lucian Brown who has been very sick is convulsed. William Gasey is still very sick and his friends are uncleasy about his con- dition. A surprise party was given for Miss Ora Shaffer at her home last Monday night by a few of her friends. Mr. Wm. Smith of Davenport spent one day this week in our city visiting his wife. Mr. and Mrs. Waldon of Newton a few days in the city returning home this week. Frank Woodward is in Indianapolis, Ind., this week, attending the annual convention of the U. M. W. of A., which is in session in that city. J. H. Mazon, Jewelry, No. 312 West Third street, tunes pianos and repaire organs. Mr. and P. A. Douglas Miller, Miss Habel Bowmer and Geo. Mason composed a quartet that rendered a selection at the A. M. E. church last Sunday night. The soprano solo was sang by Miss Bowmer in a very pleasing manner. The other special number was a duet by Geo. I. Holt and S. D. Miller. Mr. John T. Mabry, District Deputy Grand Master of the Odd Fellows of Iowa, arrived in our city this week looking after his order. Mr. Mabry is one of the rising young men of Iowa. The home of Mrs. Anna Austlin, 755 West Ninth street, was burglared last Monday night about 9 o'clock while the family was away and considerable jewelry and money was produced by the thieves. A gold hunting case watch, three gold rings and a dyne's broach and $12 or $15 dollars in liver was taken. A social club met Wednesday evening with Miss Gertie Hyde. After the constitution and by-laws had been read and adopted the following officers were elected: President, Ed Thompson; vice president, Harrie Laurie; secretary, Gertie, Hyde; treasurer, Bachel Elliott; critic, Besie Jackson. Copper Bull Mining Co. Capital Stock of $3,000,000. Headquarters at St. Louis, Missouri. Mine at Pueblo, Colorado. Stock 15 cents a Share for a short time. C. P. JONES, Local Agt. & Stockholder 235 East 4th St., Davenport, Iowa. All mail orders promptly attended to. CHANGE OF TIME ON CHICAGO. Mr. J. Thomas Blagburn will leave February 2nd for Chicago where he will take treatment to restore his sight which he lost about ten years ago. He will be under the care of Dr. Henry F. Garey who conducts a special Ophthalmic Institute; he is recently from Baltimore and has made a discovery and success in this special line. Ma. Blagburn his wife will accompany him. We hope that Mr. Blagburn's eyesight may be restored. Bargains In Pianos & Ogans Slightly Used Upright Pianos at Half Price. Five Square Planos With Good Action and Tone at $30, $40, $45, $50. Used organs at half actual value. One Mason & Hamlin, $8; another, same make, a little better, $10. Standard organ, $12. One large size fancy case Earthhuff organ, $15. One high top Kimbali, good as new, $55. New organs $40 to $100. One piano cased organ, seven octaves, $73. These prices should interest you if you want good goods cheap. A full line of the celebrated New Scale Kimbali planes, also the old reliable Hallet & Davis plans always on harl. Violin, dolphins and guitars * reduced for next few days. Set music of all kinda, including * latest popular pieces, which we sell at 19 cents per copy, always in stock. If you cannot come to our store please write us and we will take pleasure in filling your orders, whether it be for a piano worth $60 or a sheet of music worth 19 cents. W. W. KIMBALL CO., 520 Walnut Street. Q. B. McNerney, Mgr. Why not subscribe for the BYANDA? (instead of going several blocks to read the one that some one else is paying for. If it is "no good," as some of the would be leaders say, why do they read it? They are too cheap to pay for is themselves and would rather borrow it from some of our generous subscribers. BEAUTIFUL INDIAN TERRITORY. The mecca for the homeseker and investor; wonderful results—greater possibilities. The M. K. & T. Ry. is the pioneer Indian Territory line and six of the largest towns are located directly on its lines. Write for pamphlets. Address JAMES BARKER, Gen'l Pass. Agent, M. K. & T. Ry., 101 Wainwright Bldg., St. Louis. On January 22, 1896, Rev. H. & Graves and Misa Belle Harper were united in the holy bond of marriage, and as Wednesday of this week was their 7th anniversary they gave a reception in the afternoon and evening at the parsonage. A large number of their friends were there to wish them many more happy anniversaries. A number of vocal and instrumental solos were rendered and refreshments were served during the receiving hours. DR. A. G. EDWARDS. IOWA PHONE 1081 (Office) MUTUAL PHONE 462 (Multiplex) Muller Store Over 764 West Ninth Street. Editor John L. Thompson will go to Cleveland, Ia., Jan. 30th, to deliver his lecture "Open The Door of Opportunity." Many colored people of our city at tended Williams and Walker comedy "In Dahomey." Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Young of Boone Ia., are in the city to attend Williams and Walker. The name of Mr. James W. Jones of Mitchellville, (Beaver township), is announced as a candidate for Sheriff of Polk County, to succeed Geo. Mattern. Mr. Jones was born in the Hoosier state in 1849 came to Polk county in 1855 settling on a farm in Beaver township, where he has remained ever since, except the time he spent in the Civil war. There were four brothers of the Jones family and they all offered their service to defeat secession and abolish slavery. Young James entered Company F, 47th Iowa, at the tender age of 15 years. He returned to Mitchellville, where he went into the stock raising business. In 1900 he was appointed deputy sheriff under Geo. Mattern, and has made an excellent record. He has always been a hard working, active Republican and has never before asked or held any office. He is a true friend of the colored man and will if elected give them just recognition. His many friends are working hard for him and will be glad to receive your support. The man who wears a small hat generally has a big opinion of himself. The modern theatrical hit must have a blush in every line. There is always room at the top, and somebody there who wants to oceupy it all. The way to succeed nowadays is to have had success first. The greatest man in the world is probably wondering what he can do to-morrow to keep up the bluff. Real worth will crop out, but somebody is likely to out the crop. Women Guides in Maine. Of the 1,800 registered guides in Maine only three are women and only one is a woman. She is thoroughly competent. This is Mr. J. S. F. Greene of Riverton, who has shot every kind of game to be found in the Maine woods. She is also an expert at tanning skins and as in her home some beautiful specimen of her hand work. Mr. Fresco Greene of her hand work has long weeks in camp during the coldest of weather. EDITORIALS. Rev. B. E. Parker of Westerville, Ohio, is charged with using the U. S. mail for illegal purposes. The members of his church unlike the majority of our Afro-Americans, who belong to our churches, did not assemble in a convention and condemn the officers for arresting him or centuring the people who do not care to follow men with black records. If the white people will condemn one of their number why not the good people of our race get together long enough to condemn the rascals of our race, who pretend to be leaders of the race. On page four we publish a letter written by Wm. M. Curtis to the Chicago Record Herald, defending Roosevelt in his stand in regard to colored appointments. Mr. Curtis also gives a long list of colored men appointed from the North, to show that the North recognize ability, fitness and qualification. It is the strongest we ever read. It is well worth saving in your scrap book. TILLMANISM The recent South Carolina tragedy in which editor N. G. Gonzales was shot by Lieutenant Governor Tillman, (a nephew of old "pitchfork" Tillman) at Columbus, S. C., last week, was one of the most murderous and cowardly criminal act that brute can commit. Underthe South Carolina code, if this act of Tillman's had been committed by a colored man, his body would have been hung and riddled with bullets or burned to ashes, but now they will allow a trial. Mr. Gonzales died this week. To say the least it is sad, sad indeed, but this Tillman is only following out that low, poor bred blood of his uncle, Senator Tillman, who heaped his villainies on President Roosevelt, also his murderous assault upon Senator McLaurin and no later then last week attacked Attorney General Knox. It shows that the same spirit exist in one as in the other. If South Carolina ever wish to redeem herself sufficiently to be called a commonwealth of America she will have to purge herself quickly of Tillmanism. AN OBJECT LESSON. Below we publish an article which appeared in last week's Des Moines Democrat, the only Democratic journal published in this county. It is one of the best common sense editorial we have seen for a long time. The Democrat deserves much credit for his broad ideas relating to the colored man. The article speaks for itself. We would like to see the white man of any breadth of soul, or capacity for intelligent deductions who could go with us down to the Electric Carpet Cleaning office on West Grand avenue, between second and third streets, and listen to the intelligent and comprehensive conversation of Mr. Hyde, the inventor and owner and not after feel the blush of shame mantle his cheek, whenever one of the small souled pygmies of his own rase, blasted out "dam the nigger anyway." Mr. R. N. Hyde is a credit to any race, or any community. A man of human ideas and choicest language with which to express them. A gentleman of experience, full of original ideas and brain and balance of mind to mature and use them for the benefits of himself and the community in which he lives. It is doubtful if there is a white man in Des Moines, whose life, all things considered, will show such practical results. Born a slave in the "Old Dominion," rated by law and custom a brute a chastel—his youth accursed and hampered by the task masters, denied a soul by the Christians (? who ruled his native state, about whose neck挂 the dead weight of servility and bondage, with no ray of hope held out to him even by the ruling race among whom his lot was cast later on. Nothing in all God's earth, upon which to hang a hope, except a proclamation of the grandest of God's creations, Abraham Lincoln. Even this proclamation was but a legal enactment made possible by military necessity, and almost a dead AL W. LAYMAN, County Treasurer. [Image of a man in a suit with a tie and a badge on his lapel]. It is with pleasure that we announce Treasurer, Al W. Layman, who was recorder of Supervisors to fill out the unspired was appointed postmaster of Des Moines the nomination on the republican ticket maries to be held March 6th. Mr. Layman born and raised in Webster township father who was a soldier in the Civil War Young Layman came to Des Moines abe where he remained until 1900, when under John McKay, Sr., which place he pointed him treasurer. Mr. Layman county chairman of the Republican Cen asked or held any office in his life. He fits him for said position. He is courteer friend of the colored race, as he like his treasurer in his office. His friends will It is with pleasure that we announce the name of the present County Treasurer, Al W. Layman, who was recently appointed Treasurer by the Board of Supervisors to fill out the unspired term of Hon. John McKay, Sr., who was appointed postmaster of Des Moines. Mr. Layman is now a candidate for the nomination on the republican ticket, subject to the republican county primaries to be held March 6th. Mr. Layman is a product of Iowa, having been born and raised in Webster township, Polk county, where he lived with his father who was a soldier in the Civil War, belonging to 149 Indiana Volunteers. Young Layman came to Des Moines about 10 years ago and went into business where he remained until 1900, when he was appointed first deputy treasurer under John McKay, Sr., which place he filled until the County Supervisors appointed him treasurer. Mr. Layman is an active working Republic; was county chairman of the Republic Central Committee in 1901. He has never asked or held any office in his life. His past experience in the office ominently fits him for said position. He is courteous, kind and a gentleman to meet; a friend of the colored race, as he, like his predecessor has one colored deputy treasurer in his office. His friends will be pleased to receive your support. assignment on paper, so far as the *attestment of people whom this man had to meet in his stuggle for place and recognition as a human being*. Yet in the fact of these baucous prejudice, Mr. Hyde with the soul of ten heroes in one body, worked incessantly and patiently awaited the day when he would be pronounced a man. He came to Iowa, and Des Moines in 1874, but lived in Council Bluffs same year, but returned to Des Moines in 1875, worked for Mr. L. Mett until 1878, when he went into the house cleaning business and followed general house cleaning until 1880. Carpets he found to be still dirty after the best known methods of cleaning had been resorted to, which set him to wishing for some method by which he could benefit his patrons, and do more work and better. He in the mean time had been given a vast number of carpets which were considered worthless except for rags by their former owners and this created a desire to see the original colors brought back to these carpets, many of which were of fine quality and not worn to hurt. From a knowledge of chemistry gained by dint of study along the line of his daily work, Mr. Hyde evolved "H and H", which at once revolutionized the carpet cleaning business. After perfecting and patenting "H and H" soap, Mr. Hyde sold a half interest to T. W. Henry, who became associated with the extensive manufacturing and distribution of the "one and only" and much appreciated the "one and only" necessity known as "H and H". a soap which is being rapidly introduced to the homes of two continents, and welcomed as a long felt want. It was suggested to Mr Hyde that now, in the new role of inventor and half owner of a wide home article of necessity, he should drop his carpet cleaning business. Here again the solid sense of this colored benefactor, as well as manufacturer, showed up. he reasoned that this established business was giving him a competency, enabling him to clothe, feed and school an interest family of children and to allow no false pride lead to his abandonment of the ship which carried him to independence and acknowledgement and worth as a citizen, was not to be thought of seriously, and so today his "ElectricCarpet Cleaner", is rolling out 600 to 1,200 yards of nice clean carpet every day, which is the best advertisement locally for "H and H", to be found. Could the whole world see a piece of grease, dingy carpet fed into this world's wonders and then see it emerge clean and bright with all its pristine beauty of color restored, the present capacity to manufacture "H and H". would not be able to make one sake where ten thousand and were demanded. So much for "H and H", and the electrical machine, but greater by far than either or both is the lesson here outlined for the young man who is schooling himself for intelligent, comprehensive, advanced American citizenship. Not even chains of slavery, not even universal prejudice, ignorance, egoism and fascination can be a baw of PARK HARbor SUMMER CAMP DAY 5 Since the name of the present County County appointed Treasurer by the Board term of Hon. John McKay, Sr., who is. Mr. Layman is now a candidate for a subject to the republican county prian is a product of Iowa, having been p. Polk county, where he lived with his or, belonging to 149 Indiana Volunteers. But 10 years ago and went into business he was appointed first deputy treasurer filled until the County Supervisors appa an active working Republican; was central Committee in 1901. He has never past experience in the office eminently us, kind and a gentleman to meet; a predecessor has one colored deputy be pleased to receive your support. pluck and brains down, no matter of what race or color. Mr. Hyde numbers among his former well satisfied patrons, well wishers and warm personal friends many of the best families of Des Moines, whose good will and friendship he gained by honestly, bravely fighting the uphill battle of life to a successful finish. CLINTON ITEMS Rev. W. W. Russell is a happy man, he received the intelligence last week that his white leghorn paule', which took last prize at the poultry and bird fanciers show in this city in December, had taken last prize at a show in Elgin, amongst a collection of 737 birds. The girls society of Bethel A.M.E. church gave a social on Friday evening, the proceeds being devoted to the Presiding Elder's fund. Messrs. Albert, John Robinson and wife returned to Chicago Saturday, after a week's visit with friends. The funeral of the late Mrs. Adam Sayle, whose death was mentioned briefly in last weeks' paper, was held Thursday afternoon from Bethel A.M. church, Rev. W. A. Searley officiating; interment taking place in Springfield. Emeline Malinda Thompson was born as Hagerstown, Md., May 1st 1841. While a child she came with her adopted parents to Oregon, Ill., where she grew to womanhood. In 1867 she was married to Adam Sayles who preceded her a year ago to eternal rest, she was the mother of five children three of whom survive her, John, Henry, Minnie and Emma who are left to mourn the loss of $f$, kind and devoted mother; her christian life dates from early childhood, and was a member of the Betul A. M. E, church which feels her lost. There was four accessions to the Second Baptist church Sunday. At three P. M. the rites of Baptism was conferred upon, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Berkins and Mrs. Rena Martin in the Baptisty of the First Baptist church, the evening service was much in keeping with the after noon service, the pastor taking as a text Second Corrinhanth 5 to 17 subject Greated Anew in Christ, he showed in a forebale manner the characteristics and what would be expected of the new creature, the new members were there welcome to the church. G. W. Lucky of Kewaukee, Ill., is in the city called here by the death of Mrs. Saviles. Wm. Dodson is very slick, and it is hope by his many friends for speedy recovery. Rev. W. W. Russell has been offered a position of traveling salesman for Iowa, Minnesota and Northern and Southern Dakota by the Harierk Seed Company of New York, he will accept if allowed to continue to preach as he feels he could not afford to lay down the ministry for the sake of dollsar. ALBIA NOTER Mrs. Sarah Jones of Des Moines is visiting her mother, old lady Talbert, this week. Mr. C. Thomas is quite sick at this writing. Mr. John T. Mabry, District Grand Master of Iowa G. U. of O. F., and Grand Master Ewing were in Alba on business and visited the Household of Bath No. 1380 and addressed them. The members and friends of the A. M. E. church held a donation party to their pastor Wednesday evening. Miss Nellie Grayson is quite sick at this writing. M. M. S. S held their usual two weeks entertainment at the home of Mrs. E. Grayson. There were twenty-nine in number present. The repas consisted of ham, hand sandwiches, fruit, salad, olives ice cream and cake, candies and nuts. Music and games were played. The principal feature of the evening was making out the different names of cakes from letters formed on a card. The prizes awarded were a china dish, first prize awarded Miss Bertha Stevenson and second prize a glass to Mr. Ed Butler. OSKALOOSA NEWS. Rev. C. W. Holmes of the M. E. church is visiting at Colorado Springs. Mr. Simpson Mitchell is on the sick list. Mrs. Etta Cheek of Peoria is visiting her mother and father in this city, after an absence of three years. In his tribute to the late speaker Reed Elder Clemens demonstrated that he is a fluent with his pen as with his tongue. The Chicago-Rerald quoted and commented upon his attitude. A number of strangers are visiting in the city. Three weeks of revivals meetings at the A. M. E. church have closed with one accession. Elder Clemens is absent from his pulpit and is reporte ill with throat and lung trouble. Reports have it that wedding bells are soon to rock in these parts. The new street ears will be running by by the first of the coming month. Father Lewis prescheed at Shrert's Chapel on Sunday. FORT MADISON NOTES. Mrs. Hattie B. Wintner returned home Friday morning from Chicago, after a visit of five Weeks with her brother, Mr. J. Purl Davis. The Second Baptist church is again without a pastor. The revival at the A. M. E. church is getting along well, as they have had a few additions. Mrs. Hall Wood is again on the sick list. Mrs. Lizzie Holmes is sick at her home with a cancer. Quite a number of the men are busily engaged in putting up ice. Mr. Green Jackson was out of the city Sunday. OTTUMWA NEWS. Mr. Wm. Moppin of Madison, Mo. was an Ottawa visitor Sunday. Mr. Moppin left Sunday evening for Omaha. The many friends of Mr. James Terrel were greatly shocked when they relied the sad intelligence of his death last week. Mr. Terrel died at his home in Moberly, after a few months illness, he had lived in our city about four years until recently funeral services was conducted by the church in Moberly. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of his many friends and acquaintances. Mrs. Walter Davis returned Saturday from Moberly, Mo. where she was called to the bedside of her brothers Mr. James Terrel. Three persons united with the A. M. E. church Sunday. Revival meetings are being held as the Second-Baptist church. Rev. J. W. Brown of Claridua is assisting the pastor Rev. Jones. Mr. Geo. Batley who has been ill for sometime with typhoid fever is able to be out. Mrs. Nellie Fullenwider and little son left Saturday morning for St. Louis after spending the holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W. Fowler. Mr. Benjamin Beryl of Bedrick was in the city Monday on business. SIOUX CITY ITEMS. Rev. E. G. Jackson will go to Yankton, S. D, on the 24th to assist. Rev. Joplin of that city in his quarterly meeting as Presiding Elder J. W. Malone cannot be present. There was a social at the Mt. Zion Baptist church Monday evening. It was quite a success. Miss. Douglass of Clarinda returned home last week after a pleasant month visit with her brothers Messrs John and David Shores. Miss. R. H. Early gave a three o'clock luncheon on Thursday afternoon a two course luncheon was served and the afternoon was pleasantly spent with music. The ladies pleasure club met with Mrs. Marigie Thompson Friday afternoon. The Ladies Improvement society will meet with Mrs. John Morgan Thursday afternoon. Died, Saturday Jan. 18th infant son of Mr and Mrs. Jerry Lee. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Rev. E. G. Jackson officiated, interment in Flood cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Algees will leave our city soon to take up their residence at Manila, we are very sorry to loose them. Those on the sick list are Master Thomas Stingie and Miss Lun Stingie and Mrs. J. W. Nortia. No. 33. There will be a concert given a benefit of the Stewarts under the ship of Dr. Wilbur J. Morris (at M. E. church Thursday evening the The Whist Club will meet with H. Murry on Wednesday evening. Descott James Washington will pulpit Sunday morning in the ab the pastor end Rev. James J. Early evening. We thoughtyou would like to from your brothers and sisters of Illinois, we are still interested in welfare of the Bystander, and would to see it succeed, because we be worthy enterprise. We will try week hereafter to give the news of two above named cities. Rev. Ferriebs is in the midst of a rival at h church in Galesburg, and that much good may be accomplish Miss Jennie Payne entertained friends on Friday the 18th at the rest of Rev. and Mrs. Grant in honor of 21st birthday anniversary. An enj time is reported. Rev. Wade is holding a series of ing in Dumfriesm. Miss Mattle Knox was an Abbr visitor last Monday. Miss Grace Gash of Galesburg was seriously ill for nearly two w is reported no better. Mrs. Wade and family were ed at dinner Wednesday by Mr. Perry. Mr. Jack Marshall is on the Mr.-Biocols of Galesburg w ness visitor in Knoxville last w Rev. Wade will assist Rev. Mounth in a series of moe week. Melissa Logan of Galeburg is re- quilie ill as has home on Tompkins St. Mrs. S. C. Bates of Galeburg ester- tained in honor of the Autumn La Ubh on the evening of the 8th at a home on Mulberry street. There were good many present who seemed to f it was good to be there. The stage were spent in playing games and in conversation, after which john was vived in two courses by Mr. Johnson several young ladies. These press from Knoville were Medames San Clark, Mattle Wade and Miles Ella Sla- The famous Milk Made will hold convention in the A. M. B. chur. Galesburg sometime in February to attend as you might make a rake. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown res. from Galesburg Thursday. Mrs. Bodgers wife of Rev. B. pastor of the Baptist church at Gales is visiting in Indiana so we have been formed. We would like to get as many subscribers for the Bystander in burg and Knoxville as possible, and call around to our friends in the morning if you would like to be a reader this interesting paper and want to help along just drop a card to the egen box 47 Knoxville and they will call you also if you have any news you would like to have inserted seed to same address to "Up to Date" by ringing the Bystander. The coal famine has reached burg and Knoxville so you see right in time. Some of the people a.e. burning bricks, what do you think that? COULD NOT USE SIDE SADI Old-Fashioned Woman Turned by Livery Keeper. "It is hard these days," says a lar actress, "to be an old-fashion woman even with the best intent I was resting at a rather fashion little place not long ago and was to get some horseback exercise which I am very fond. So I went pretentious looking livery stable applied for a horse. The propriie inquired how I intended to ride. "a woman should ride a horse, with a side saddle, of course," I answered "Then you can have no horse of ours was the verdict. "A side saddle until the best of horses for any other use. It's an invention of the devil and duririe to the horse, as it is to the horse." Many wiles were powerless to overcome the horse owner's objections and I was forced to forego equetrian pleasure." NEWTON NOTES. Mrs. Bromfield and baby of Gnisha are resting at the home of her parents, Mrs. A. Fine. Mr. and Mrs. W. Waldon have returned from a very pleasant visit with rela ties in the Capitol City. Those on the sick list are Measures Fist Miller and Meadames Jason Green Spree, Miss Florence Miller and Mr. Turner are convalescent. Eila Mayes departed Saturday indiana to care for her sister, Maggie Carter who is dangerously Mr. Arthur Hill of Colafi was the Slayton's Jubilee singers gave a splendid entainment at the Opera R Tuesday evening. 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It has a practical set of starch and sewing machines and will be good for the latest material. "900. 9" Do not. If your dress does not fit them RICHARDS IS IN OLD MEXICO It Is Now Known That He Bought a Ticket War Era Pao at Omaha the Friday following the Robbery—Waukee Has Disastrous Fire. Des Molnes, Jan. 22—Sheriff Bybee of Marlon county wants former Deputy United States Marshal Richards. Sheriff Bybee said yesterday that he would be in charge of records in this country. If we get him it will be through the state department at Washington. Richards has gone to Mexico. He bought a ticket in Omaha for the robbery. I think that has been pretty thoroughly established. By this time he is undoubtedly well into the interior of the southern republic. I do not know where he is, but we must try to try to locate him. It was said yesterday that one of the reasons Richards was asked to resign his commission as a deputy marshal was because a kit of safe blowers he known for two years that Richards had kept company with a bad gang in Des Moines and that some of his apparently closest friends were Pete York, John Miggins, and others who have records as safe blowers and term servers. It was supposed he was using them as "stool pigeons" in his detective work, but since his disapproval that they were not surprised at the indications of his connection with the Hamilton robbery. Suspicion was first directed to him when John West was on trial in Story county on a murder charge in Delaware. West was known as "Joplin Red" and has served terms in Missouri and Illinois for safe blowing. One of his confederates was jailed at Nevada for an attempted robbery and treated to nitro-glycerol aid him in breaking jail. He was caught in the act and placed on trial. Richards went to Nevada and after testifying that he was a deputy United States republican West. That was too much for local officers and they have not worked with him since. WAUKEE'S MID-NIGHT FIRE. Loss Will Be in the Neighborhood of $9,000. Waukee, Jan. 22—Fire of unknown origin did about $3,000 damage here Tuesday night. It is believed that the fire took out the farm. The losses are as follows: Spencer Smith hotel. $3,000 Hotel furnishings. 1,000 H. Mackenzie store. $1,000 F. S. McWilliams, store building, 1,000 Meat market owned by G. Hutch. Smith had $1,600 insurance on the hotel. Slater is said to have had $1,500 insurance on his stock of general merchandise with one company, and the exact amount of the balance was unknown. McWilliams, who owned the Slater store building, and who lives above the store, had $1,000 insurance on the building and contents outside the store. The meat market was uninsured either as to building or contract. Waukee's last serious fire was November 29, a year ago, when the north side of the square was wiped out. DES MOINES AHEAD. Largest Business Training School In West Located at Der Melone The Capital City Community College of Des Moines has made a remarkable record. It is probably not known to all our readers that the greatest commercial college of the West is located in the capital city. To those unacquainted with the facts it would be a revelation to visit this large institution, which now occupies the campus of the University Y. M. C. A. building. President McCauley informed the writer that nearly 800 students have been enrolled in the day and evening school since September 1982, upwards of 700 being enrolled in the day and evening attendance at the day school is now about 500. It is an interesting scene to witness a large a number of bright, energetic young men and women busily engaged in the various departures of the work of this popular school. The Capital City Commercial College is an institution of which Des Moines people are justly proud. Students at the college business life will do well to acquaint themselves with the work of the 4C's, and get a catalogue. Insane Over Responsibility. Fort Dodge, Jan. 22—Her mind unbalanced because of the responsibility of the care of an estate left by her husband. On a farm near Dayton, left home, went to the near-by home of her brother, Axel Earst, and hanged herself in the hog chute. Her body was discovered in the basement of her home. Martin leaves the seven small children in the care of her brother. Ask to be to Aylum. Sloux Rapids, Jan. 20—Henry Pond, at his request, has been sentenced to one year in the hospital for nebrates at Cherokee. Pond is a painter by trade and during the last three years has been arrested several times for violence and has been intoxicated. He has tried to reform several times, but failed, and now his friends have had him consent to be sent to Cherokee. His father companied him to Storm Lake, where he lived. Balley, and from there he went to Cherokee alone. HORRIBLE TRAGEDY AT OAKLAND Aged Mrs. John Hanne Kille Husband From Grosse Pointe, Indiana Then Committee Survival. Oakland, Jan. 20.—Three and one-half miles east of each some time Sunday night might be enacted of the most horrible tragedies that has ever gone on record in southwestern Iowa. The family of the late home of their son Charles, one of the prosperous and most highly respected farmers of eastern Pottawattamie. The elder Hanna, who was 78 years old, had for some years been suffering with cystitis and required almost constant care. He really had been his life. He was worried greatly over his anticipated death. Sunday night they retired to their room as usual and nothing was heard from them till the next morning, when the son went to the room to call them to breakfast. He found both parents in the room and the father was lying on the bed covered as he had evidently been when he went to sleep. On the left side of the head and near the temple were three wounds that had evidently been made by a bammer that was found in the room and from there came from the room to ear. His position indicated that he had died without a struggle. On the floor near the bed the mother was found and her throat was also cut almost in the same manner as was the numerous stabs in the throat, but none of them would have been fatally. Near her on the floor was found a large buttie knife covered with blood and a large knife in her hand she posed she made the stabs in her throat. An investigation of the effects of the room revealed a note that the wife had been stabbed that she and her husband were in the road, and that she intended killing him and then taking her own life. Friends of the family who are conversant with the case claim there is evidence that the victim was killed or was deranged. She was 76 years old. CLOSE LEE COUNTY SALOONS Frank M. Ballinger Brings Injunction Suits Against All. Keokuh, Jan. 22.—To close every saloon in Lee county is the plan adopted by Frank Ballinger, one of this city's attorneys. Yesterday the first of his infunction saloons came up in the superior court and was heard by Judge Parsons. Ballinger has filed seven infunction saloons and has prominent saloon-keepers in Keokuh, and has stated that he will file similar suits against every saloon in Lee county. There are fifty saloons in Keokuh and an email number at Fort Madison and the county, making about 100 in all. Ballinger's motive is said to be one of revenge on the newly appointed Deputy County Attorney, who recently lost his job after being bezzellment, a charge which the former county attorney would not take up. Ballinger was found not guilty, the court throwing out the case, and Ballinger was acquitted. Ballinger has a reputation as a criminal lawyer. His start was a peculiar one. Several years ago John Graham, one of the sarcestest gold brick men in the country, attempted to swindle a Missouri banker. Graham was in the police station and asked for a lawyer. Ballinger, then accused of stealing the bankman, to be passing by the station, and an officer called him in. The Graham case decided his future. Ballinger defended the prisoner Supreme Court Renders Decision In McKinnie Case. Des Moines, Jan. 22—Ben McKnight, the Woodbury county wife murderer, will have to serve twenty-five years in the state penitentiary unless the pardoning power of the state is invoked in his behalf, which is unlikely. The supreme court considered his case today and an opinion has been handed down affirming the court's award, where McKnight was tried. The crime of which McKnight was accused was of a most revolting nature. He was said to have persisted in his attacks, and sheild inflicted injuries from which she died. The evidence against him was furnished largely by his wife a short time before her death. She told the physicians and attendants who attended her funeral that she had been asleep and these as dying declarations were admitted in evidence. In the appeal the defense made a strenuous but ineffectual effort to prove that she was not from the record. The court held that the testimony was competent under the rule laid down in the Phillips and Brooks case and that there was no reason to believe that woman made the statements believable to be in the presence of death. TAKEN BACK TO ANAMOSA. Phillips and Brooks to Go Back For Long Term. Storm Lake, Jan. 21—Lewis Brooks and Albert G. Phillips were sentenced by Judge A. D. Ballie to the penitentiary at Anmousa at hard labor in the prison. He lives. The sentence was in accordance with the verdict returned by the jury last Thursday morning. Brooks and Phillips are the Greenwich bank officers made to arrest them at Albert City, shot and killed John Sunblad, a merchant of the town, and Marshal Lodine. They were tried a year ago at the first degree and were sentenced to be hung on December 18, 1902. The case was appealed to the supreme court, where a new trial was ordered, resuming in a first degree verdict with death. Sheriff Parker left for Anamasa yesterday with his prisoners, the men having been returned to Buena Vista county for the second trial. BURGLARS ROB DEPOT. Oakville, Jan. 21.—The Iowa Central railroad station was broken open and robbed of all its valuables, the burglaries also despoiling the home of George H. Severs. They secured $735 in cash and escaped. Confiscated a Coal Train. Poisoned. The train arrived with one car of coal or coal hoats, and several other cars for points up on the line, citizens who had been without coal for weeks, attacked the train and confiscated several hundred tons. The train crew saved the train. The crew and running down to the next town, going back after the cabose and remainder of the train. The coal was dumped on the ground and in wagons, parties securing from one hundred to fifteen hundred pounds each. Two hundred people watched the confiscation. Cleared of Murder But Got Hard Ben leave for Jing. Des Moines, Jan. 23—Zenas W. John of West Liberty, who was inicted, tried and acquitted on the charge of murder, must serve ten years for perjury, because he went on the witness stand in his own half and lied about his own case that he was acquitted. Charge was in Parton Wright's lunch room at West Liberty, October 1, 1899, when a fight occurred between Ross Wiley and Walter W. Wiley, and the fight was shot Boot; but on John's trial he was acquitted. He went on the stand and testified he was not there at all. Others, however, said he was present the court, instead of committing the charge, was convicted of perjury and sentenced by Judge Bollinger to ten years in prison. The appa' was largely technical. The strongest point was that the court, instead of committing the charge, called a special veniure. The supreme court says this proceeding is allowable. It was also objected that there was ambiguity as to dakes in the indictment, instead of conflicting and misleading date mentioned in the indictment were mere surpluse and might be eliminated without harm. Complaint was also objected to conflicting and misleading date in the indictment were not material to the merit. The court admits that the county attorney in presenting the case went almost to the point that committed no prejudicial error. The ten year sentence therefore stands. ROBBERS SHOOT BANKER'S SON Harry Pattie of Perry Is Dangerously Wounded. Perry, Jan. 18.—After being threaten ed all day by an angry but disorganized mob Stephen Crandell, suspected but not formally accused of shooting Harry Pattee at 1 o'clock yesterday morning, was gotten safely aboard the ship. The crew of City Marshal L. M. R. Messer and three deputies last night and taken to the county fall at Adel for safe keeping and to serve out an unexpired sentence for stealing. A mob of 500 men and boys were at the train station about 10 a.m. and prisoner, and Crandell's life was freely threatened. There were ropes in the crowd and the desire for a lynching was general, but there was no leader. Yesterday afternoon it was necessary to surround the it was lynching company, who with fixed bayonets held the crowd at bay. Never in the history of the city has there been so much excitement. It is estimated that 3,000 people were on the streets in the vicinity of the Fattie home when the Huffmier bounds from the trail, and then they followed the trail, which led them to the residence of Crandell. The hounds not only followed the trail twice to Crandell's house, but later they followed a trail from the house to the city jail. Crandell went to the jail yesterday morning and was out of the county jail on parole in order to be at home during the confinement of his wife. AFTER RICHARDS. Representatives of Bond Company Report to His Sureties. Des Molnes, Jan. 21. —Witter & Kauffman, local agents for the Unit 4 Fidelity and —Guaranty company of Baltimore, Md., the company which is surety for W. A. Richards and the Baltimore company appeared two weeks ago, are under, stood to have detectives on the track of the runaway marshal. The Baltimore company is surety for Richards as administrator of the Graves estate. Unless he returns the com- pany is liable to the full amount of the loss. Acting at the direction of Judge Given of the criminal and probate court, Wittner & Kaufman wrote to the bond company asking advice as to the best course to pursue. An annotated copy of the letter is encoded by the local representatives tomorrow morning. “There is no doubt but that detectives in the employ of the company were placed on the track of Richards, for as soon as it became suspected that the defendant the Hamilton affair there was reason believe he had defaulted in the Graves matter,” said a local agent this morning. “There is also the best of reasons for believing they will catch their man. A company such as the one surety for Richards has a well organized force of shrewd detectiveseldom ever let their man ascend. LAW FINALLY CAUGHT HIM. Missouri River Bootlegger Claimed He Was in Neither State. He Was in Nether State. Onawa, Jan. 21.—William Marr, of onawa, Md., marr of selling liquor, was sentenced by Judge Wakefield to pay a fno of $300, a $15 attorney fee and costs. "Butch" Marr, as he is generally called, has been running a floating station on the near Lake Quinabove, at Holmau's island, and seemed to believe that he was outside the jurisdiction of either Iowa or Nebraska, as the land was cut off some years ago when the Misericord curtured and landed two or three thousand acres of valuable Monona county soil into Nebraska. Marr put up a strong defense and hit him. Judge Judge Neb. tried hard to show that the prohibitory law of Iowa could not be made to work in Nebraska. The jury wrestled with the problem all night, but finally found Marr guilty. BLACK HILLS GOLD STRIKE. Report of Iowa Company's Rich Find is Corroborated. Des Moines. Jan. 23. The rich strike of gold recently reported as having been made by the Gladiator Mining Company of Des Moines, has increased the number of stockholders who have visited the mines and invested heavily in Gladiator stock at 50 cents per share. The company is arranging to take a stake in the stockholder and investors to their back. Beck for the purpose of investigating and arranging for the completion of treatment plants). State Sheriffs Will Lose. Sioux City, Jan. 21. - Sherrif Jackson, to whom W. A. Richards, the ex-deputy United States marshal, who recently disappeared in connection with the Hamilton robbery, was to have reported on the Carnes investigation, has figured up the net loss accruing to the Iowa State Sheriffs' office by the bank. Employment. Sheriff Jackson says the association is already out over $600. Self-trust is the essence of heroism - Emerson ATTACK ON SAN CARLOS RENEWED Gunboat Panther Closes in and Resumes the Battle at Short Range. FORT MAKES A HOT REPLY Engagement Proceeds Fiercely—Twelve Venezuelans Dead at End of First Day—Washington Views the New Turn of Attails With Great Concern. Maracalbo, Jan. 23—The bombardment of Fort San Carlos, the German cruisers Panther and Panther and continued Wednesday afternoon until b'clock. It was resumed yesterday morning at daybreak. The first shells were hurled at the fort at 4 o'clock at long range. At o'clock the Panther, being of light draught, closed in and again became actively engaged. The fort replied. At 8 o'clock the ongagement proceeding as fierce- Twelve dead and fifteen badly wounded Venezuelan soldiers were counted in the fort at 7 o'clock last night. The correspondent of the Associated Press, Marcalco, Jan. 23.—The correspondent left the fort for the mainland at 8 o'clock yesterday morning. The officer was taken into Fort San Carlos, which she took up earlier in the day Wednesday afternoon at 8 o'clock and joined the False. This ship was half a mile outside the bar and about two miles from At 3 o'clock the correspondent of the Associated Press in a rowatop approached one side of the fort, out of long range fire continued from 3 until 6 o'clock. The Vinta and the Falke were close together and nearer the fort than the Panther. The first two vessels at a range of 6 o'clock half mile poured in a continuous rain of shell upon the fort and only stopped firing with the advent of dusk at 6 o'clock. At this hour the German vessels retired seaward after having to be pulled into troops in the village of San Carlos, situated at the base of the fort. At 7 o'clock Wednesday evening the correspondent, who remained unattended a telegrapher bearing a telegraph from President Castro to the commandant of San Carlos, landed on the island and entered the fort. The walls of the fort are terribly battered and many evidences of fierce engagement. Twelve dead Venezuelan soldiers were counted behind the ramparts and fifteen other men, seriously injured, in the fort. The fort is literally covered with pieces of broken shells. It was seen that a great many of the German shells had not exploded. The magazine had a very narrow escape. The gunmen penetrated it. The walls of the fort which face towards the entrance of the lake suffered particularly and were greatly damaged. It is estimated by the com-munition company German ships fired more than 1,600 shells at Fort San Carlos. Although the damage inflicted upon the fort by the sustained fire of the German gunners was not all that could be expected from such a continuous fire from modern high power guns. INVESTIGATE BRIERY CHARGES Washington, Jan. 23.—Immediately after the house convened yesterday the members of the committee on naval affairs, who have been investigating the allegations into the house and Mr. Foss of Illinois, chairman of the committee, was recognized to offer a resolution to order a full investigation of the charges. The resolution was as follows: To come to the committee on naval affairs through a member of said committee of an attempt to corruptly influence this action respecting proposed legislation before said committee and the house: "Resolved. That the committee on naval affairs or such substitute committee thereof as said committee may appoint, and it is hereby authorized and directed to fully investigate said matter, and or such purpose it may have, and to such purpose it may send for persons and papers, to compel the attendance of witnesses and to administer oaths; said committee shall have authority to report at any time, and the expense incurred hereunder shall be paid out of the contingent fund of the house on naval affairs; and the expense incurred Mr. Foss explained that the action of the committee was unanimous, and demanded the previous question. Mr. Richardson of Tennessee interposed to suggest that the charges were vague and indefinite. No names were given from the committee to him that something more definite should be vouchsafed the house. Still, he said, he would not insist if the committee were satisfied. **PHILIPINE TARIFF ACCEPTED.** Senate. However, Adds Several Amendments. Washington, Jan. 23.—The senate committee on the Philippines has authorized a favorable report on the Philippine bill tariff which recently passed the house, but with important reservations. It also authorized a uniform reduction of the tariff on Philippine goods imported into the United States making the rate only 25 per cent of the rates imposed by the Dingley law. The senate committee amended the bill so as to provide for a reduction in the tariff produced articles free of duty except sugar and tobacco and on these two commodities fixed the tariff at 50 per cent of the Dingley schedules. This change was made to meet the suggestions of the sugar and tobacco producers that a duty rate of only 25 per cent on those articles would result in injudicious competition. Franchise Tax is Declared Dold. Albany, N. Y., Jan. 21. The appellate division of the supreme court, third department, handed down a deference to the state tax law unconstitutional. The main point upon which the law is declared unconstitutional is that it violates the home rule law that the constitution in the state is meant to right to assess local franchises, taking that power from the local tax boards. The case will be carried by the state to the court of appeals. Whatever enlarges hope will also exalt courage.—Johnson REV. H. STUBENVOL This honored pastor, in a recent letter to The Peruana Medicine Co., of Columbus, Ohio, says concerning their famous catarrh remedy, Peruana: The Peruana Medicine Co., Columbus, Ohio. Gentlemen: "I had hemorrhages, the lungs for a long time, and all despaired of me. The lungs and was cured. I gave me strong cough, and made healthy, pure blood. It increased slowly, gave me a healthy color, and I feel well. It is the best medicine in the world. If everyone kept Peruana in the house it would save many from death every year."—H. STUBENVOLL Ask your druggist for a free Pe-ru-na Almanac. START A STEAM LAUNDRY in your town. 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Chicago has long been a favorite said for ticket speculation, and gown against the nefarious practice would now have been landed more effectively. The persistent and united efforts of the leading railroads of the country to exterminate the business, which is simply one of petty larceny, robbing the poor and the wage earners, are bringing most satisfactory results.—From the Brooklyn Standard-Union. A gigantic shoe trust exists in Russia. Nearly all the shoes sold in that country are manufactured by one firm, the Shoe Manufacturing Company, the most prosperous stock companies in the world. When speaking before the House, Reed avoided the customary tricks of the spread-eagle stump orator, and contented himself with saying what he had to say in his own characters. He was a man of quiet deocrines. Colonel W. C. P. Breckenridge came to congress with the reputation of a "silver-tongued orator," and used in his speeches in the House all the expedients that Reed avoided. He could not speak for five minutes and could not speak for more than a half hour, falling into funeral tone that grated accordingly on Reed's sensibilities. One day, when Colonel Breckenridge was holding forth in his usual mournful cadence, Reed's attention was caught by the clatter of melancholy turns. Turning to Reed, Reckham filled in solitary judge, were you qualified with the deceased?" Net logs ago, a lady was choosing a winter hat, with the usual uncer- tainty of mind as to the kind of hat she wanted, or whether, indeed, she was merely every model in the shop, she groomed with glee on one she had overlooked. "Here's something preter- tive," she said; "why did you not she- me this before?" Without waiting for her friend, she said, "There's some style about this, isn't there? How do I look?" The friend distinctly sniffed. It makes you look a hundred, and it makes the hat at another angle. "It is rather dowdy," she admitted, at the functure; "perhaps I won't risk it after all." A woe from behind her made its third attempt to gain a heart- beat. "I said, 'battery,' I should nother like to 'bittery,' I should not." The barber's He lives on Magnet I Judge Cu contempt of DON'T BE 199 OUR OLIFTIES. Use Bus Blue Blue and keep them wild as snow. Do not use a package. Free potting sea ice on a par with cold comfort. Dallaponic pancakes are made from Aunt Bessie's pancakes and package be contained. All covers sell it. The wolf in a clothing seldom has the wool pants and over his eyes. We personally know Dr. Kline's Great Knee Restoration and are sure use of Dr. Kline's Great Knee Restoration is Kline Knee Restoration. We are in Philadelphia. When girl marries her man's trouble becomes. The departments have already been supplied with the Perua almanac. There is a great demand for these archives, and a account of the articles on astrology which they contain in the attractive one to which they people. The articles on astrology in the Perua almanac have been furnished by a very comprehensive astrologist, and the mental characteristics of each sign is given, having almost a complete horoscope of questions and answers. The astrology sent free upon request. Constellation will be a great rush for these套cope. Ask your drugist for one that they are all gone. There. ten mirror makes a homely te a thing of beauty. 20 DOUGLAS SHOES $3.50 UNION MADE In Douglass shoes sales more than $3.50 shoes than any other facturers in the world, which JOHN H. BURKE E YOU SATISFIED? Are you entirely satisfied with the goods you buy and with the at your disposal? The 100,000 people are trading with their goods at wholesale stores. The catalogue will be sent to you. It tells the story. Wald Mau GO in the truth. Maubikeck, the Lion-Tamer. "Good heaven!" murmured the Italian, sinking again into his chair. "And you are further charged with the attempted murder of the child, Alice Graviscourt, whose body you threw into the East river on a certain night, and on the same day you filed a certificate of death of Alice Graviscourt of smallpox." "Good heaven!" gasped the quivering wretch. His face was pallid, his eyes were red, and he said that of a man beside himself with fear. The superintendent paused, giving the Italian a few minutes in which to recover. After the pause the superintendent turned, and, looking the soundrel full in the face, he said: "Now, Sigmota, you see we know all about you. How would you like to spend the remainder of your days in a dark cell in Sing Sing prison?" excitement, and exclaimed. "Is it?" replied the superintendent. Sigmota cried out in his fear and "Now listen to me while I read you two little documents I have here. Did you ever see the original of this?" He held the portrait of Charles Gravieau's wife before Slegotta. The superintendent then proceeded to read the statement of Antonio Sigmotta, and the wretched brother of the trapese actor sat shivering and qualling as the damning sentences were hurled at him in the superintendent's stern voice. By the time Byrnes had finished that statement the wretch in the chair seemed ready to die of fright. "Now listen to this," said the superintendent, and he continued to read as follows: "The sworn statement of Luligi Dambo before me, _____ _____ the Prefetto of Cagliarl, on the 6th day of _____ in the year 18_____. "I, Luligi Dambo, being sworn, and compelled by the obligation thus put upon me by my fear of future punishment, by the will, to declare that this is the true statement of my connection with the murder of Paccho Malignl, and the affairs in which he was an actor. "I became attached to Malignl's circus in New York, and knew no person connected with it save my employer, and him only in the sense named." "After a few days of the exhibition at Madison Square Garden, in New York city, I was met by an Italian, who gave his name as Tortoni, who offered me a large sum of money if I succeeded in killing the girl, Nina Barlott, in some way that would not drag him into the matter. I made one attempt by cutting the rope of the trapeze on which Nita Barlott acted, in the hope that her weight might cause the other strands to break, and thus she would be killed by the fall. The severed rope was discovered, for the girl did not appear that night, and a new rope was substituted for the one I had cut. "On the following night I tried fire, and saturated the ropes of the trapeze with oil, and when Barlott was sloft on the floor, but she was dragged by Maublucke, the Lion-Tamer, and a man from the audience whom I now recognize as Signor Wilberton. "On this same night some person fired at Maligni and shot him in the cheek. "The next day Maligni and the girl were missing, and so was Tortoni. "I kept myself secreted, knowing that the affair would stir up the police, and I saw neither Maligni, Barlotti nor Tortoni for several days. "Then it became known to me that Maligni had taken passage for Europe with Barlotti, and that he had plenty of money, and would, perhaps, return to Sardinia and settle. "I sought Tortoni and found him. He told me that he had fired the shot at Maligni, and that he had the money to Sardinia. The Sardinia there complete the work that he and I had begun in New York. Tortoni informed me that Maligni was in possession of certain things contained in a red tin box which were most essential to him, and I was to get the box at all hazards. The murder of Maligni would avail nothing unless the box and its contents were obtained. "I came to Sardinia and awaited an opportunity. At last it came. I had obtained in entrance into the Villa of servants, by building a room for servants, and one night I killed Maligni and seized the box, which I found lying on the table in his room, but it was empty. "I would have killed the girl, too, but the American had taken her away, and I could not find her in her room, where I went immediately after killing Malign. "There is nothing more for me to say. I am the murderer of Facho Malign, for which I was to be paid by Forton, of New York. "Again I swear that the above statement is true, and may Jesus and the Virgin pity me as I deserve, and as no man on earth will pity me. I am lost. "Luigi Dambo." When the superintendent had finished this, Sigmotta's eyes were glassy, and he seemed almost ready to collapse. "Now, Sigmotta," said the superintendent, "you are not the bird we are after. All this, Sardinian affair does not interest us, any more than to show you our power. The man we want is the man who first employed you to kill Alice Graviscourt, and then to kill Maliagl and Nita Bariotti. Ralph Graviscourt is your master, and it is time you choose whether you suffer the nausea for the crimes." The Italian's ace smiled with hope as he heard this, and looked from one of us to another in a vain search for a look of pits. "What do you want of me?" he naked. "We want a full and descript statement from you of Graviacourt's crimes and yours, telling how the infest, Alice Graviacourt, disappeared, and how the smallpox fraud was persecuted, hiding nothing, but revealing everything. That is what we want of you." "And then what will you do with me?" asked Sigmotta. "Hold you until the truth of your statement is proven, and then release you." There was a pause. The major walked back and forth uneasily. Thorlane sat as calm as Byrnes himself. I was gregarily eager. "I am ready. Shall I write?" "No. The stenographer will take down your words, and then put it in proper form for your signature." And then began the unraveling of the last knot in the exciting mystery of the Graviacourt millions. Graviscount met us, as he had always met us, with the placid smile and the suave dignity of the man of wealth, leisure and culture. There was, perhaps, a degree of pallor in his face that was unusual, but this might actually attest to the return of rival whom he had believed dead and out of his way. He greeted me cordially, however, and congratulated me upon the fact that the rumor of my demise was unfounded. He led us into his cozy library—the very room in which Dilkins had discovered the graph of Alice Graviscount—and placed chairs for us and urged us to sit down. There were four of us: the major, Thorlane, myself and a special officer in citizen's dress, detailed by Byrnes to accompany us and to take Graviscourt into custody. I had insisted upon my plan of action being followed, which was to proceed to Graviscourt's rooms, unmask his villainies there, and to arrest the officers and of the two Sigmattas. When this had been done, it was to be the officer's duty to arrest Graviscourt, my connection with the case ceased. It must have been clear to Graviscourt that something serious was coming, for the major was as glum and grim as an old warrior could be, and the stern form of Thorlane must have seemed to Graviscourt an ill omen. But no sign was there, and he politely offered us cigars and wine, which we all declined, while he waited for us to announce the object of our visit. The moment was a painful one, and although I had worked for this man's downfall, now that I had the weapons wherewith to destroy him in my hand, I sincerely pitied him. But there was no receding now, and I plunged at once into the subject. (To be continued.) THE RETIRED BURGLAR. He Doesn't Set Up as a Teacher, but Draws a Lesson From Experience. "No matter what business a man may be in," said the retired burglar, "it is only by actual work work, and by everlasting' keepin' at it that he will get on in it. No amount of dreamin' will put a man anywhere; but there ain't anywhere that a man can't get by steady, hard work. "Ive seen this illustrated in my own business as a matter of fact, in my own of science. "Ive wasted many and many a night dreamin' of robin' banks, makin', in my mind, a million dollars at a clip, but never a coin, that I knew that I didn't have half as lofty ideas about things as I did would be doin' very well, indeed, robbin' just small houses and places like that, just by gettin' down to business and stickin' to it; not wastin' his time dreamin'. My son—— "Well, I dunno, considerin' my business, or what was my business, as I ought to set up as a teacher, but you can draw your own conclusions." Of all the brilliant preachers of modern times no one shone more re splendently in conversation than the eloquent Baptist minister, Robert Hall. For all whining plestians, for all oracular utterers of commonplace, all anglers for praise, in the pulpit or elsewhere, the great preacher had an ineffable contempt. One day a sickly, querulous old man belonging to his congregation met him in the street and sald: "Ah, Mr. Hall, you have never—been to see me, sir." I've-Ive—I've been very, very, very—beat of death's door. "Mr. Hall, I was the quick response, When asked for advice by a young man who desired to enter the ministry, and who gave as a reason that he wished not to bury his talents in a napkin, Hall replied: "Then put them in a pocket handkerchief, sir; that will be large enough!" A. Shrewd Impostions A friend of Norman told him of a traveling impostor he had seen, who went from village to village, offering for a small fee to show some hairs from the head of the Virgin Mary. One person at a time was admitted, a small parcel was produced and many wrappings taken off in succession, until in the last paper of all the visitor was invited to gaze upon the miraculous hairs. The paper was quite empty and the peasant would ever that he saw nothing. Then the impostor would sorrowfully explain that the hairs were invisible to sinful eyes and that only the plius could see them. In order to escape the reproach his customers would loudly and proudly assert that they saw them clearly and so he did a brisk trade. Houses Bring Fancy Prices. Thirty-eight,circular Rolf of carriage horses, just imported, have been auctioned off in 'New York. One four-in-hand team sold for $7,950. Many sales were made Around $1,500. An Even Temperature. Surinam has the smallest range of temperature of any place in the world. The summer temperature in 78, and the winter 77½ degrees. Hair Dyers are barred. Some of the insurance companies of Paris refuse to insure people who dye their hair. Why Syrup of Figs is the best family laxative The latest scientific medical discovery of the age, is a guaranteed cure for rheumatism, lumbago, sprains, stiff joints, etc. **RHEUMO** is a powerful liniment that penetrates immediately affecting the tissues that surround the large joints, also attacks the ligaments, tendons and muscles. **Goff** Mittzky, Emmett O. McKenzie, Napolis, says: "As all my acquaintances know, I was crippled for over two years with rheumatism. I tried various remedies, but it was Rhamo that restored me to good health. Every one so unfortunate as to be affected has been treated." Price $1.00 per bottle. Expressed prepaid on receipt of price. When ordering enclosed this ad and receive free a treatise on "ALL DISEASES." DR. NIMOCKS CHEMICAL CO. Office, and Laboratory 812 Adams Street N. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. The death rate of the globe is estimated at 68 per minute, 97,820 per day, or 85,740,800 per year. The birth rate is 70 per minute, 100,800 per day, or 86,792,000 per year, reckoning the year to be 863 days in length. The blue foxes of the Pribylof Islands are opposed to promiscuous mating, and each clown to one female and each dog to one female to teach them polygamy, by killing only the males and sparing the females, but it has failed. The bears in Norway amuse themselves by climbing telegraph poles, and, squatting on the crossbuns, swaying themselves to and fro. In many cases the poles fall. This has necessitated the appointment of watchmen to guard the poles and drive off the bears. When feeding, the stride of an ostrich is from twenty to twenty-two inches; when walking, but not feeding, twenty-six inches; and when terrapin, half to fourteen feet, or at the rate of about twenty-five miles an hour. At one time there were fifty-three King streets in London; now there are fifteen. It has thirty High streets, eleven St. John's roads, nine St. Paul's streets, three and three xford streets. There were once thirty-three Queen streets; but twenty-two of them have been assigned other names. A horse with a costly appetite belongs to W. A. Duffy of Humboldt, Tenn. He has cached him to a horse his his horse, leaving him in the vehicle. On his return the discovery was made that the horse had just finished eating a package of bank notes, amounting to $1,076. The horse took them from a pocket of the coat. A Struggle for Life Eagle River, Mo., Jan. 19th.-Maggie E. Decker, a hard-working woman 49 years of age, whose home is here, has just gone through a thrilling battle for her life. Many another would have lain down and died, for twelve long years she has suffered the most awful pain. She had Kidney Trouble and Rheumatism, combined with a very distressing stomach trouble. At last she got so bad that she could not sleep, for she ached all over, and was so lame that she could scarcely walk. She spent over a hundred dollars in different medicines, but only to be disappointed, for everything failed to help her. Last, however, just when she was beginning to despair of ever finding a remedy, she heard of Dodd's Kidney Pills and bought six boxes. She says: "Now I can eat well, sleep well, and am feeling splendid. God bless Dodd's Kidney Pills, for they saved my life. My troubles were many, but Dodd's Kidney Pills cured me completely. But for them I surely would have died." In Finland reindeers are worth only about $7.50 a head. A reindeer can travel about 130 miles a day. Mrs. Winnoln's Soothing Syrup. For children teaching, softens the gums, reduces inflammation, all pain, curves wrist coils. A bottle. Women have so much heart that they don't need any conscience. Magnet Pile Killer Cures Piles. The sputtering speaker breaks his word. PUTNAM FADELESS DYES color more goods, brighter colors, with less work than others. Hot scotch is being brewed, and skates are on foot. WHEN BACKS ARE BAD. Bad backs are caused by sick kidney. Most backache pains are kidney pains. Backache is the first symptom of kidney disorders. Neglect the warning, of the back, se- Most backache pains are kidney pain. Backache is the first symptom of kidney disorders. Neglect the warning of the box, serious troubles follow. It's only a short step to urinary derangements — diabetes, dropsy, Bright's disease. CASE NO. 24,613—Mr. Joseph Calmes, foreman of the Harter mills, Fostoria, O., says: "I just as ardently recommend Doan's Kidney Pills today, and it is the month of October, 1899, as I did in the summer of 1896, when, after taking a course of the treatment, they cured me of kidney complaint and backache, which was often so acute that I was unable to sleep at night and had difficulty in remaining awake all day. I am still free from the lumbago or any annoyance from my kidneys, and unhesitatingly declare that I am only too pleased to re-endorse my opinions of Doan's Kidney Pills." A FREE TRIAL of this great kidney medicine which cured Mr. Calmes will be mailed on application to any part of the United States. Address Foster-Milburn Co. Buffalo, N. Y. for all drugists, price 50 cents per box. He is a wise man who knows when he has enough. PREVENTS SMALL BECK. Alabastine will not cure smallpox and other contagious diseases, once they have fastened their deadly grip upon their victims. It will do much, however, toward preventing their spread. It is a well recognized fact that certain wall coatings do much to harbor disease germs and propagate same; that of all coverings wall paper is the most likely to hold the germs of disease for months and years. There are well authenticated cases where smallpox, scarlet fever and other germs have lain dormant for years, have attacked persons afterward when the paper was removed. Kalsomines stuck on the wall with decaying glue are not much better than wall paper with its vegetable paste. Alabastine is recommended generally by sanitarians, as a coating for walls in any style of work, as it is perfectly sanitary, in the nature of a disinfectant, presents a perfectly hard surface, is manufactured from a cement base, and does not furnish a lodgement ground for disease germs. Years ago these matters received but little attention, but modern scientists becoming appalled at the spread of the dread disease, smallpox, and the spread of stamping it out, have gone to investigating causes and hesitating say that improper wall coatings have very much to do with this. Alabastine is recommended to be used on all infected walls, to destroy germs and to get walls once more in a healthy condition. The word "pen" means a feather, and is from the Latin penna, a wing. Bureau of Glaucouses for Corinth Thee Condea Mercury. Dr. Lawrence's special treatment cures Dyspepsia. Guaranteed, 50c. Lawrence. Lawn care. Free lawn care. The matrimonial broker is responsible for many broken hearts. Stops the Cough and Works Off the Cold Laxative Bronco Quinine Tablets Price 20c. Politicians take undue liberties in the name of liberty. Daily Newspaper for $1.50 a Year. Dav Moines Daily and Sunday News, best and most up-to-date, and most recent, for the year, sent to any address for $1.50 year. If for more, $8 for i.m., $60 for m.o., $50 for m.o., for i.m. Moines, Iowa. Women marry for mushrooms on toast and compromise on potpie. AVOID FRAUDULENT IMMITATIONS. Use the family in lieu of alcohol, blue and preserve your clothes. All groceries, 10c. The way to lose a friend is to have him get rich while you stay poor. AT BED TIME I TAKE A PLEASANT HERR DRINK Because Its component parts are all whole It acts gently without unpleasant It is wholly free from objectional It contains the laxative principle It contains the carminative principle It contains wholesome aromatic agreeable and refreshing to the All are pure. Its component parts are all wholesome. It acts gently without unpleasant after-effects. It is wholly free from objectionable substances. It contains the laxative principles of plants. It contains the carminative principles of plants. It contains wholesome aromatic liquids which are agreeable and refreshing to the taste. The Bedding is Clean. There's nothing "cheap" about Rock Island tourist sleepers—except the price of tickets. They ride easily; have double windows, wide vestibules, Pintsch gas, steam heat, nice toilet rooms, and almost all the other comfort and conveniences of standard sleepers. The bedding is clean and of good quality, second-class tickets are accepted, and the berth rate, Chicago to Los Angeles or San Francisco, is only $6.00. Cars leave Chicago by Only three days to Los Angeles. The World and Friday cars are in charge of experienced excursion managers. Cars leave Chicago to love Chicago Tuesday and personally conducted. Call or write information for folder girl. Coastian, T.P.M., Chicago, Ill. Rock Island System Miss Menard cured after doctors failed to help her. "Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured me after doctors had failed, and I want other girls to know about it. During menstruation I gave them a pill, the abdomen and in my limbs. At other times I had a heavy, depressed feeling which made my work seem twice as hard, and I grew pale and thin. The medicine the doctor gave me did not do me one bit of good, and I was thoroughly discouraged. The doctor wanted me to stop work, but, he came, I was not, and finally I could take Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and felt better after taking the first bottle, and after taking six bottles I was entirely cured, and am now in perfect health, and I am so grateful for it." —Miss George Menard, 537 E.152nd St., New York City. "I better promise not be prejudiced." Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cures female lilies when all other means have failed. WILLS TOWN—WE GROW THEM All the weeds known as "best" are from our Shrubs, Vines, Roses, Baths, etc. Reliable Central Nurseries. WAUGK & SONS CO. WAUKEE, IOWA. CANGER X-ray Treatment With without X-ray Plasters. Injections of Operations. NOV Daly Burgoon. Dr. A. Potter; 600 Locust St. Des Moines, IA. WESTERN CANADA FARMS WESTERN CANADA FREE GRAIN GROWING. MIXED FARMING. The reason why more wheat is grown in Western Canada is here because vegetation grows in propo- sition in which grain will come to perfection, the better it is. Therefore 65 lbs. per bushel is a fair standard at 60 pounds in the East. Area under the land is 1,922,754 acres. Yield, 1902. Area, Yield, 1902. HOMESTEAD LANDS OF 1,000 ACRES FREE the out charge for whiche is 80 for making entry. Abundance of water and fuel, building material cheap, good grass for pasture and hay, a fertile soil, a mineralized soil, and climate giving a warm and sunny climate. Send to the following for an Atlas size sath literature, and also for certificate of her duties reduced from the cost of India and the Mass, or to E. T. Holmes, 515 served to P. Paul, Minn, or W. V. Bennett, 519 served to Y. Life Lbgs, Ombra, Neb, the authorized Canadian Government Agents for Iowa. W. N. U., Des Moines, No. 4, 1903. se some: after-effects. ole substances. The reason why more wheat is grown in Western Canada in a few short months than Not Barred by Color. Numerous Leaders of the Negro Race Elected to Office in the North. Examples Recounted to William E Curtis by Register of the Treasury Lyon. [SPECIAL TO THE RECORD REHEALD] Washington, Jan. 18—“As soon seek rose in December, ice in June, hope for Constance in wind or corn in chaff, believe an apiph, anything that is false before you trust in ordion,” said Judson W. Lyon, the eminent colored man, who occupies the responsible post of register of the treasury, and is also a member of the Republican national committee from Georgia. “As early 1899 John M. Langston was elected to a county office in the State of Ohio, and thus it was that the North commenced the election of capable and worth colored men for representative positions three years before the 'late impassiveness.' From the time Lee furried his banner at Appomattox to the present, it is safe to say that no clogle year has passed that has not wittened a score or more of colored men occupying representative offices, to which they were elected by constituencies, blue-tenth of whom were white, in various states north of Mason and Dixon's line. "But how insurtable is that frailty of human nature which impairs voluntary blindness whenever the cause of 'the max and brother' is under discussion. Somebody has said that a certain class of people of this country can remember but one colored man at the time. If he is a good man he is praised to the elites as an individual and is thought to concentrate in himself all the virtues which should be possessed by others of the race, whereas as a matter of fact, he is but a sample of thousands scattered all over the country, to whom fortune has not been so good as to bring before the footlights. And I fear, if he is a bad man, he is knocked upon as the representative of the other 9,999,000 of his kith and kin in this goodly land of ours. "The President of the United States is sworn to defend the Constitution and execute the laws of the land and to they are known as the statue books. He does not make anything in those laws which he colored man any thing citizen and any other man. On the contrary, the law says that he is a citizen, and the history of the great party to which he belongs and the dearest traditions of it with which he is wholly familiar are inseparably entwined about the 'man' and brother' so that in the fulfilment of his oath he could not ignore him if he would, and in justice to him, I don't believe he would if he could. In addition to his oath of office he has the striking example of the great state of the North whence have from time to time called colored men to representive places by the suffrages of their fellowcitizens in communities frequently where the race did not have 5 per cent of the voting strength." "What colored men have been elected to office in the North?" In an off-hand way I recall the following: "Mr. Harden was many years ago elected to the legislature of Colorado, and numerous colored men since his day. It is well to remember that the colored population of that state amount to but 1/4 per cent of the whole. "E. P. McCabe was elected state auditor of Kansas and was appointed to a similar post by President Arthur in the Territory of Oklahoma and other colored men have been elected to offices in that state since. Twelve or fifteen years ago the Democratic party nominated D. W. Kelly, Negro who received a large vote, but failed of election because his party was the minority party at the time. The colored people of Kansas constitute only about 3/4 per cent of the total population. "Hamilton County Ohio has had a colored man on its delegation to the general assembly of that state right along for perhaps more than twenty-five years. I recall the following names: Geo. W. Williams, the historian; Colonel Bobt Harlan, Geo. H. Jackson, Professor W. H. Parham W. C. Copeland and Mr. Hill. There are many others, whose names I do not now recall. B. W. Arnett now bishop, represented Xenia in the legislature at one time. Harry C. Smith, Jerry Brown, W. H. Clifford and John P. Green who was both representative and senator, have represented Cleveland in the general assembly. "From Youngtown they sent Mr. Stewart. The colored population represents just a fraction more than 3 per cent of the whole State of Ohio. (Continued Next Week.) France Cunningham a Heavy Land With a national debt of $40,000,000 and a population practically a standstill, with a court system and a hard-won French Republic, France is staged under a heavy load. Perhaps her shoulders are strong enough and broad enough to bear it, but the muscles some may some day despite France's resistance in the stability and financial resources of the republic—which ..Announcement Cards.. I hereby announce myself as candidate for Consty Treasurer subject to the decision of the coming republican primary election. A1. W. Leyman. Please announce my name as a send dicate for Sheriff of Fairfield County sub- ject to the republican County Conven- tion. TWELFTH ANNUAL - TUSKEGEE CONFERENCE. The twelfth Annual Tuskegee Negro Conference will convene at Tuskegee, Alabama, Wednesday and Thursday, February 18 and 19, 1903. You are doubtless aware of the object of these conferences, i. e. the discussion of best ways and means for the betterment of the condition of the Negro of the South. More and more the moral, intellectual and industrial condition of the race will engage the thoughtful attention of those who come to Tuskegee from all parts of the country to study these questions at first hand. The reports from different parts of the South particularly from the State of Alabama, touching the needs and progress of the race, are always helpful and suggestive features of Tuskegee Negro Conferences The Southeastern Passenger Association, comprising all the railway lines South of the Ohio and Potomac and east of the Mississippi rivers, has granted a rate of one and one-third fare for the Tuskegee Negro Conference to be held at Tuskegee, Ala., February 18-19. These Tuskegee Negro Conferences have grown year by year increasingly in interest and influence. Those who would study the problem of the crop lien system and the conditions under which most of the Negro farmers of the South live, can find a valuable opportunity for such study at Tuskegee. A cordial invitation is extended to the general public to attend the Conference session next month. Persons desiring further information, can address Principal Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. In his biography of Alexander Dumas Harry A. Snurr says that the improvident French author, who hated avarice, was once waiting in line for his cloak at a soiree, when he saw a millionaire give a tip of 10 cents to the servant who handed out his palet. Dumas, getting his cloak, threw down a $20 note. "Pardon, sir, you have a I think," said man, offering to retract "No, friend," answered Dumas, casting a disdainful glance at the millionaire, "it is the other gentleman who has made the mistake." Guns Cast In*o the Sea The armament of Fort Silema, consisting of 38-ton and 12-ton guns, has lately been condemned as usable service. On consideration it was found that the freight of these guns to England would be greater than their present intrinsic value, and that they could not be offered for sale in Malta, as there are not the requisite tools for breaking them up for the furnishing their iron and steel. The guns were consequently thrown into the sea at Ghar-Ididud, near Fort Silema. Indignation. "Aren't you sometimes a little conscience-stricken when you think of the advantages you take of the public?" "Not at all," answered Senator Sorghun. "Look at the men of genius the public has permitted to starve. Look at the heroes whose sacrifices are not acknowledged even by a table of men to do toward getting even with the public gives me sincere moral satisfaction." Washington Star. The Actor's Handicap. To a group of friends Ellen Terry once said: "A*ting is not like drawing. You make a line. If it is wrong you rub it out at once and make another. With acting that is impossible; there is no altering—it must stand. I often feel as if I must cry to the audience, 'Oh, that is wrong, not as I meant it to be; let me act that sart or sentence over again.'" Writer in the Coatmopolitan Gives Some Good Advice. My young friend, Jimmy Banks, was married a little over a year ago. He had previously spent twelve months in the most furious courtship. The girl at first had not cottoned to Jimmy very much, but he moved heaven and earth so vigorously that she at last consented. Now, the other day who appears before me but Jimmy, with a long face and makes a complaint that the baby keeps him awake nights. "Good gracious! Jimmy," I said, "didn't you know that babies all way do that? A baby has to have relaxation. Go home and be thinking that it isn't twins." There is the reason every joy. You can't have the advantage of hood and married life at the same time. You buy everything with a price—lensure, family, office, learning, wealth, position. Nothing is free. Be sure you want the article, pay the current price and enjoy your possession—Coatmopolitan. THE AMERICAN MONTHLY REVIEW OF REVIEWS How Can I Keep Up with the Times? It is pretty hard to keep well informed on the political news, the scientific news, the literary news, the educational movements, the great business developments, the hundreds of interesting and valuable articles in the hundreds of excellent magazines. About the only way it can be done by the average busy man and woman is to read a magazine like "The Review of Reviews," and, as it is the only magazine of the sort, it is a good thing to send $2.50 for a year's subscription. PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT says: "I know that through its columns views have been presented to me that I could not otherwise have had access to; because all earnest and thoughtful men, no matter how widely their ideas diverge, are given free utterance in its columns." EX-PRESIDENT GROVER CLEVELAND says: "I consider it a very valuable addition to my library." The Review of Reviews Co. 13 Astor Place, New York Read The Review of Reviews ME GOT THE CLOAK. Enterprise Thief Saw Opportunity to Make a Bargain. "Billy" Wiel, gambler, is well remembered by many a New Yorker who patronized $18 Broadway in the good old days, when it was the Candell's of the city. This famous gaming resort was the third building below Twelfth street, east side of Broadway. His friend, Lucie Appleby and Tom Grady, laughed far there. One day he stopped before a fur house window in Fourteenth street to admire some cloaks there displayed, and, seeing one much to his liking, remarked to a friend, "I give $150 for that," then passed on. That night a man with a bundle rapped at the wicket gate in $18. "What is it?" asked Wiel. "Here's your cloak, reprimer the wrong person, through the wicket gate you say you'd give $150 for it. Fork over the money," the fellow, a noted thief, had stolen it on hearing Wiel's remark.—New York Press. HAD BECOME SECOND NATURE. Suspicion of a Schoolmaster Not Easily Allied. The old schoolmaster was deeply affected. His scholars, noticing the dislipidated appearance of his chair, had presented him with a new one for Christmas. His boys, said the kindly old pedagogue, with tears in his eyes, "I can never hope to tell you how you have made me feel by this token of your love for me. All I can do is to thank you for the sacrifices you have made of your little purses for the sake of my comfort. If you have found me severe at times, I trust you realize that it has always been for your own good. I hope to always have your full confidence, as you have ever had me." As the old schoolmaster prepared to sit down in his new chair he unconsciously ran his hand over the seat in search of bent pins. Possibilities in Airships. Possibilities in Airships. The Smithsonian Institution has published a book by Langley's "Experiments in Zodynamics," first printed eleven years ago. In summing up, Dr. Langley speaks of the prospects for the future somewhat as follows: Since that time, he says, he has demonstrated that mechanical flight is possible by actually performing it with steel flying machines nearly a thousand times heavier than air, driven by steam. These machines weighed from thirty to forty pounds and flew from a half to three-quarters of a mile speed varying from twenty to thirty miles high. It is believed by Dr. Langley that the time is now very near when human beings will be transported at high velocities, though perhaps at first under exceptional conditions, such as are demanded in the arts of war rather than of peace. The Craze for Antiquities The Crayza for Antiquities A useful book of great Elizabeth has been sold at auction in London for the amazing sum of £3,000. Only a saltcellar! And there is no authentic proof that the lion-hearted ruler of the England of Shakespeare and of Burleigh and the other men of high renown who lived in the latter part of the marvelous sixteenth century ever took salt from his smells for £3,000, whatwould be a fair price for a genuine Elizabeth platter big enough to contain a baron of true British roast beef? NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. State of Iowa. Polk County, ss: To B. J. Burt (in whose name the same is taxed): You are hereby notified that on the 4th day of December, A. D. 1890, the fourth sold said certificate to Lot One (1) Block Twelve (12) in the town of Polk City and situated within the County of Polk and State of Iowa, was sold for the then delinquent and unpaid tax of the year 1898, to J. L. Sands, the late owner of the certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninetydays from the completed service thereof. Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. SPECIALISTS MAY TO FIT ANY EYES. MESSAGE OF THE CITY-FAIR-MOVE AND THOMSON COURT EYES TESTED FREE DR. DUNCAN.OCULLIST JOSH F. FIFTH ST. DEE. MOINE.10WA. NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. To Geo. Beck (in whose name the same is taxed): We are hereby notified that on the fourth day of June, 1899, the following described real estate, to-wit: Lot Five (5) Block B, Des Moine Co. Addition to the town of Polk City and all situated within the County of Polk and State of Iowa, was sold for the these tenure of the year. In the the right of redemption will expire and a deed for the land be made unless redemption is made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. Owner and holder of certificate: NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. To M. E. H. (in whose name the site is taken). You are hereby notified that on the fourth day of December A. D. 1890, the following described real estate towls: Lot One (1) Block B, Des Moines Co's Addition to the town of Polk City and all situated within the County of Polk and District. We are proud for the then delinquent and unpaid tax of the years 1897 and 1898, to J. L. Sands and j. J. L. Sands has assigned the said certificate to James W. Reigel, and he is now the legal owner of the certificate issued in pursuance of the above mention sale; and that the right of redemption will expire and a deed for the land be made unless redemption is made within days from the completed service service. JAMES W. REIGEL Owner and holder of certificate. WINTER RESORT TICKETS are now on sale, Florida, California and a great many other places, full information may be had from any Burlington Route Agent or F. L. Gan- away 400 Locust, Des Moines, Iowa. JOHN L. THOMPSON, Attorney-at-Law. Practice in all the Courts in Iowa. Real Estate and Probate a Specialty.. Room 405 MANQUAIRE BLOCK. IOWA PHONE 899. EVERYBODY KNOWS THAT MUNGER'S LAUN DRY is the best in the city. Try them and be decided. Marine Office 211-215 NINTH St Brane Office 504 MULBERRY St. MANAGER WANTED We desire to employ a trustworthy lady or gentleman to manage our business in this County and adjoining territory. 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RETAIL TWO FOR QUARTER INGUALLED BY TWENTY-FIVE CENT COLLAR MADE Sold by live, up-to-date merchants everywhere, or two such collar sash by mail, postage paid, for 25 cents. Van Zandt, Jacobs & Co. Troy, N. Y. A Popular Collar Mango 2½ inches Special Inductions to Dealer. AERICA'S Editorially Fearless. Consistently Republican. News from all of the world—Well written, original stories—Answers to queries—Articles on Health, the Home. New Books, and on Work about the Farm and Garden. The Weekly Inter Ocean Is a member of the Associated Press, the only Western Newspaper receiving the entire telegraphic news service of the New York Sun and special cable of the New York World—daily reports from over 2,000 special correspondents throughout the country. YEAR ONE DOLLAR Subscribe for the Iowa State Bystander and The Weekly Inter Ocean one year, both papers for $2.00 SECRET ORDERS. North Star Logo. No. S. A. M. F. & A. M.-Meets First Thursday in each month at Mascotte street. Geo. H. Clergert. W. M. T. S. Ruf. secretary. Secretary Commandery, W. M. 4. Meets Second and Fourth Thursday in each month at Mascotte hall. J. E. Todd. M. G.; H. R. Wright. Exec. No. S. A. M. Second Monday in each month at Mascotte hall. M. L. V. Dunney. Matron; Mrs. J. H. Middlet, secured. Military Court, No. J. M. First Thursday in each month at Mascotte hall. Mrs. R. A. Wilburn. matron; Mrs. Georgia Midget secured. Ground Court, No. 2198. G. D. O. of F. M. First Second, and Third Tuesday each month at Odd Fellows hall on West Sixth Street. D. Burns. N. G. F. Brown S. P. H. H. of R. No. 380 of G. U. of O. F.—Conway in mourning. 8. M. G. of O. F.—Conway in mourning. 9. Promptly mourn. 10. Blakey, M. N. G. M. G. L. Williams, W. R. A. Faber掌柜 No. 487—Wuest first and third. Ball, E. Gish and Walnut streets. Mesa, M. N. Gish and Walnut streets. Mesa, M. N. Gish and Walnut streets. HENRY GRAY EVERY DAY IN THE YEAR. The Northern Pacific Rail- ing that their popular over- LIMITED," will be continued. This broad vestibule, stee- with its model observation can- convenences, such as parlor, ror- of choice books, supplemented, illustrated papers, buffet, bath- with standard Pullman and to- berth lights in each section), s guarantees the traveling pu- neapolis, Duluth and Fargo, B. Portland absolutely unrivaled. Two through trains daily supplemented by the "Burling- Kansas City and Seattle, via B continental passenger service. CHAS. S. FEE, G. Pacific Railway takes pleasure in announce popular overland train, the "NORTH COAST" we continued during the winter. Distributed, steam heated, electric lighted train observation car equipped with the most modern as parlor, reading and writing rooms, library supplemented with the latest magazines and libbuffet, bath room, barber shop, and card rooms; man and tourist sleeping cars (the former with both section), as well as handsome day coaches, traveling public service between St. Paul, Min and Fargo, Butte, Spokane, Seattle, Tacoma and any univalued. trains daily between St. Paul and Portland, the "Burlington's Special running daily between Seattle, via Billings is the most complete trans-ager service now offered the traveling public. S. FEE, Gen'l Pass. Ageat, N. P. Ry., St. Paul, Minn. The Northern Pacific Railway takes pleasure in announcing that their popular overland train, the "NORTH COAST LIMITED," will be continued during the winter. This broad restituted, steam heated, electric lighted trails with its model observation car equipped with the most modern conveniences, such as parlor, reading and writing rooms, library of choice books, supplemented with the latest magazines and illustrated papers, buffet, bath room, barber shop, and card rooms; with standard Pulman and tourist sleeping cars (the former with birth lights in each section), as well as handsome day coaches, guarantees the traveling public service between St. Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth and Fargo, Butte, Spokane, Seattle, Tacoma and Portland absolutely unrivaled. Two through trains daily between St. Paul and Portland, supplemented by the "Burlington's Special running daily between Kansas City and Seattle, via Billings is the most complete transcontinental passenger service now offered the traveling public. CHAS. S. FEE, Gen'l Pass. Agcat, N. P. Ry, St. Paul, Minn. WEST VANCOUVER BAY Many a woman has experienced the annoying oobie selling a small, part of the sewing-machine obie referring to "cheap" machines but who is totally unable to refere and is liable to be gone in a short time. 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LOWEST RATES, BEST TIME ON THE ROAD, GENERY, VARIABLE ROUT time any day in the week and travel in tour h to the coast. For descriptive pamphle ire of nearest agent. North-Western Railway Twentieth Century Negro Literature ONE HUNDRED OF AMERICA'S GREATEST NBORE and Edited by DR. R. DAILY EXCURSIONS TO CALIFORNI Through first-class and Tourist Sleeping Cars to points in Cali and Oregon every day in the year. LOWEST RATES, SHORTEST TIME ON THE ROAD, FINEST SCENERY, VARIABLE ROUT You can leave home any day in the week and travel in tour on fast trains through to the coast. For descriptive pamphle full information inquire of nearest agent. D. W. DULF. This book contains One Hundred pages on Three General Tropes in which the nrogro problem is solved. A work could more fully represent the higher nrogro nrogro situation, furnish the basis of future calendar race subjects. There are 100 PORTRAITS AND 100 BIBRAPHIE of the writers. To see the picture and read the lives of the hard prominent figures it is to feel the fullness. An entire reu- sult of 100 large pages and retain at $5.00 in cloth postpaid. AGENTS. We want 5,000 canvasers at once to invest in great book. High quality custom credit. Agent in magnificent sample book for $0. to pay mailing Write our proposition at ask. This is the opportunity of 74 J. L. MICHOLS & CO., Naperville, Illinois. "North DR. D. W. SOLP Limited." ```markdown ``` TEST OF TIME. THE ADVANTAGE OF PERMENCIENCY. Statistics show that less than five merchandise dealers in each One Hundred are successful. They come and go and are forgotten. Singer machines are sold only by THE SINGER MANUFACTURING Co., dealing directly from maker to user. THE SINGER COMPANY IS PERMANENT AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES ARE ALWAYS AT HAND TO CARE FOR SINGER MACHINES. This is an important consideration to the purchaser of a sewing-machine. OLD MACHINES EXCHANGED. Not Barred by Color. Numerous Leaders of the Negro Race Elected to Office in the North. CHOSEN BY THE WHITE VOTERS. BY WILLIAM E. CURTIS. [SPECIAL TO THE RECORD HERALD.] Washington, Jan. 18. "As soon seek robes in December, ice in June, hope for Constancy in wind or corn in chaff belleve an epiphath, anything that is faale before you trust in oricle," said Jadson W. Lyon, the eminent colored man, who occupies the responsible post of register of the treasury, and in also a member of the Republican national committee from Georgia. "As early 1859 John M. Langston was elected to a county office in the State of Ohio, and thus it was that the North commenced the election of capable and worthed men for representative positions three years before the 'late unpleasantness.' From the time Lee forbid his banner at Appomattox to the present, it is safe to say that no eligible year has passed that has not witnessed a score or more of colored men occupying representative offices, to which they were elected by constitu- encies, nine-tenth of whom were while, in various states north of Mason and Olson's line. "But how inscrutable is that frailty of human nature which impairs voluntary blindness whenever the cause of 'the man and brother' is under discussion. Somebody has said that a cairn class of people of this country can remember but one colored man at the time. If he is a good man he is praised to the skies as an individual and is thought to concentrate in himself all the virtues which should be possessed by others of the race, whereas as a matter of fact, he is but a sample of thousands scattered all over the country, to whom fortune has not been so good as to bring before the footlights. And I fear, if he is a had man, he is looked upon as the representative of the other 9,999,000 of his kith and kin in this goodly land of ours. "The President of the United States is sworn to defend the Constitution and execute the laws of the land as they are known to the state books. He does not ask anything in those laws which he has the colored man any kind of citizen from any other man. On the contrary, the law says that he is a citizen, and the history of the great party to which he belongs and the dearest traditions of it with which he is wholly familiar are inseparably entwined about the 'man and brother' so that in the fulfillment of his oath he could not ignore him if he would, and in justice to him, I don't believe he would if he could. In addition to his oath of office he has the striking example of the great state of the North whence have from time to time called colored men to representive places by the suffrages of their fellow citizens in communities frequently where the race did not have 5 per cent of the voting strength." "What colored men have been elected to office in the North?" In an offhand way I recall the following: "Mr. Harden was many years ago elected to the legislature of Colorado, and numerous colored men since his day. It is well to remember that the colored population of that state amount to but 1/3 per cent of the whole. "E. P. McCabe was elected state auditor of Kansas and was appointed to a similar post by President Arthur in the Territory of Oklahoma and other colored men have been elected to offices in that state since. Twelve or fifteen years ago the Democratic party nominated W. D. Kelly, Negro who received a large vote, but failed of election because his party was the minority party at the time. The colored people of Kansas constitute only about 3/4 per cent of the total population. "Hamilton County Ohio has had a colored man on its delegation to the general assembly of that state right along for perhaps more than twenty-five years. I recall the following names: Geo. W. Williams, the historian; Robot Bohar Harlan, Geo. H. Jackson, Professor W. H. Parham W. C. Copeland and Mr. Hill. There are many others, whose names I do not now recall. B. W. Arnett now bishop, represented Xenia in the legislature at one time. Harry C. Smith, Jerry Brown, W. H. Clifford and John P. Green who was both representative and senator, have represented Cleveland in the general assembly. "From Youngtown they sent Mr. Stewart. The colored population represents just a fraction more than 2 per cent of the whole State of Ohio. France Coyseying a Money With a national debt of 400,000,000 and a population situated at a distance from a standing army and an exposure navy, France is staggering under a heavy load. Perhaps our shoulders are strong enough and broad enough to bear it, but the crust may come some day despite France's confidence in the stability and financial position of the republic's military. . Announcement Cards. I hereby announce myself as candidate for County Treasurer subject to the decision of the coming republican primary election. A. W. Larson Please announce my name as a can didate for Sherif of Folk County sub- ject to the republican County Conven- tion. TWELFTH ANNUAL - TUSKEGEE CONFERENCE. The twelfth Annual Tuskegee Negro Conference will convene at Tuskegee, Alabama, Wednesday and Thursday, February 18 and 19, 1903. You are doubtless aware of the object of these conferences, i.e. the discussion of best ways and means for the betterment of the condition of the Negro of the South. More and more the moral, intellectual and industrial condition of the race will engage the thoughtful attention of those who come to Tuskegee from all parts of the country to study these questions at first hand. The reports from different parts of the South particularly from the State of Alabama, touching the needs and progress of the race, are always helpful and suggestive features of Tuskegee Negro Conferences The Southeastern Passenger Association, comprising all the railway lines South of the Ohio and Potomac and east of the Mississippi rivers, has granted a rate of one and one third fare for the Tuskegee Negro Conference to be held at Tuskegee, Ala., February 18-19. These Tuskegee Negro Conferences have grown year by year increasingly in interest and influence. Those who would study the problem of the crop lien system and the conditions under which most of the Negro farmers of the South live, can find a valuable opportunity for such study at Tuskegee. A cordial invitation is extended to the general public to attend the Conference session next month. Persons desiring further information, can address Principal Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. Dumas' generosity. In his biography of Alexander Dumas Harass Hardy, the impudent French author, who hated avarice, was once waiting in line for his cloak at a soiree, when he saw a millionaire give a tip of 10 cents to the servant who handed out his patrol. Dumas, getting his cloak, throw down a $20 note. "Pardon, sir, you have taken it," he said. "The man, offering to return the note, 'No friend,' answered Dumas, casting a disdainful glance at the millionaire, 'it is the other gentleman who has made the mistake.'" Guns Cast In*o the Sea. The armament of Fort Silema, consisting of two 38-ton and two 18-ton guns, has lately been condemned as usable service. On consideration it was found that the freight of these guns to England would be greater than their present intrinsic value, and that they could not be offered for sale in Malta, as there are not the requisite tools for breaking them up and utilizing their iron and steel. The four guns were consequently thrown into the sea at Ghar-Iddud, near Fort Silema. Indignation. "Aren't you sometimes a little conscience-stricken when you think of the advantages you take of the public?" "Not at all," answered Senator Sorghun. "Look at the men of genius the public has permitted to starve. Look at the heroes whose sacrifices are not acknowledged even by a tablet of stone. Any little thing I can do toward getting even with the public gives me sincere moral satisfaction—Washington Star. The Actor's Handicap To a group of friends Ellen Terry once said: "A-ting is not like drawing. You make a line. If it is wrong you rub it out at once and make another. With acting that is impossible; there is no altering—it must stand. I often feel as if I must cry to the audience, 'Oh, that is wrong, not as I meant it to be; let me act that part or sentence over again.'" Subscribe for the Bystander Writer In the Cosmopolitan Gives Some Good Advice My young friend, Jimmy Banks, was married a little over a year ago. He had previously spent twelve months in the most furious courtship. The girl at first had not cottoned to Jimmy very much, but he moved heaven and earth so vigorously that she at last consented. Now, the other day who appears before me but Jimmy, with a long face and makes a complaint that the baby keeps him awake nights. "Good gracious! Jimmy," I said, "didn't you know that babies all way do that? A baby has to have some relaxation. Go home and be careful that it isn't twins." There is the side to every joy. You can't be the fool of a boyhood and married life as a absent time. You buy everything with a price—lifestyle, family, office, learning, wealth, fame, position. Nothing is free. Be sure you want the article, pay the current price and enjoy your possession—Oppomolita. THE AMERICAN MONTHLY REVIEW OF REVIEWS How Can I Keep Up with the Times? It is pretty hard to keep well informed on the political news, the scientific news, the literary news, the educational movements, the great business developments, the hundreds of interesting and valuable articles in the hundreds of excellent magazines. About the only way it can be done by the average busy man and woman is to read a magazine like "The Review of Reviews," and, as it is the only magazine of the sort, it is a good thing to send $2.50 for a year's subscription. PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT says: "I know that through its columns views have been presented to me that I could not otherwise have had access to; because all earnest and thoughtful men, no matter how widely their ideas diverge, are given free utterance in its columns." EX-PRESIDENT GROVER CLEVELAND says: "I consider it a very valuable addition to my library." The Review of Reviews Co. 13 Astor Place, New York Read The Review of Reviews HE GOT THE CLOAK. Enterprising Thief Opportunity to Make a Sense. "Bill" Wiel, gambler, is well remembered by many a New Yorker who patronized $18 Broadway in the good old days, when it was the Candell's of the city. This famous gaming resort was the third building below Twelfth street, east side of Broadway. Its owners were James E. Kelly, Lucia Appleby and Tom Grayy. Wiel dealt with the foxes of a fur house window in Fourteenth street to admire some cloaks there displayed, and, seeing one much to his liking, remarked to a friend, "I'd give $150 for that," then passed on. That sight a man with a bundle rapped at the wicket gate in $18. "What is it?" asked Wiel. "Here's your cloak," replied the stranger, pushing it through the door. "I'll give $150 for it. Fork over the money," the fellow, a noted thief, had stolen it on hearing Wiel's remark—"New York Press." HAD BECOME SECOND NATURE. Suspicions of a Schoolmaster Not Easily Allied. The old schoolmaster was deeply affected. His scholaris, noticing the dilapidated appearance of his chair, had presented him with a new one for Christmas. My dear boya," said the kindly old scholar, with tears in his eyes, "I can never hope to tell you how you have made me feel by this token of your love for me. All I can do is to thank you for the sacrifices you have made of your little pursues for the sake of my comfort. If you have found me severe at times, I trust you realize that it has always been for your own good. I hope to always have your full confidence, as you have ever had him. As the old schoolmaster prepared to sit down in his new chair he unconsciously ran his hand over the seat in search of bent pins. Possibilities in Airships The Smithsonian Institution has published a new edition of Dr. Langley's "Experiments in Zodiacynamics" first printed eleven years ago. In summing up, Dr. Langley speaks of the prospects for the future somewhat as follows: Since that time, he says, he has demonstrated that mechanical flight is possible by actually performing it with steel flying machines nearly a thousand times heavier than air, driven by steam. These machines weighed from thirty to forty pounds and flow from a half to three-quarters of a mile at speeds varying from twenty to thirty miles an hour. It is believed by Dr. Langley that the time required to fly a machine will be transported at high velocities though perhaps at first under exceptional conditions, such as are demanded in the arts of war rather than of peace. A saltcellar of the spacious times of great Elizabeth has been sold at auction in London for the amazing sum of £3,000. Only a saltcellar! And there is no authentic proof that the lion-hearted ruler of the England of Shakespeare and of Burleigh and the other men of high renown who lived in the latter part of the marvelous age of Elizabeth, from this small dish. If such a bit of ware sells for £3,000, what would be a fair price for a genuine Elizabeth platter big enough to contain a baron of true British roast beef? NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. State of Iowa. Polk County, ss: To: (to whose name the saint in taxdq); You are hereby notified that on the 4th day of December, A. D. 1890, the following described real estate, to wit: the town of Folk City and the town of Polk City and situated within the County of Folk and State of Iowa, was sold for the then delinquent and unpaid amount of $10,000 in Sands, and he is now the legal owner and holder of said certificate, and the right of redemption will expire, and a Treasurer's Deed for said property will be made available such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service herof. J. L SANDS, Lawful holder and owner of said certificate. SPECIALTIES MADE TO FIT ANY EYES MESSAGE OF THE EVT.-TAR-IN-VEH AND THORN COUNT EYES TESTED FREE DR. DUNCAN. OCULIST W. FRIENDS DES. MOINE5. 10WA. NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. Te Geo. (in whose name the same is taxed): You are hereby notified that on the fourth day of December A. D. 1899, the year of your enlistment, you are Lot Five (B) Block B5, Moine Co's Addition to the town of Folk City and State of Iowa, was sold for the then delinquent and unpaid tax of the year 1898, to J. L. Sands, and the land of your enlistment, and the said certificate to James W. Relget and he is now the legal owner and holder of the certificate of purchase issued in pursuance of the above mentioned sale; and that the right of redemption will expire within three months from the date of redemption is made within ninety days from the completed service herof. JAMES W. REIGEL Owner and holder of certificate NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. To M. E. Hart (in whose name the same is taxed): You are hereby notified that on the fourth day of December A. D. 1890, the following desorbed real estate to lot: One (1) Block B, Des Moines Co. Addition to the town of Polk City and all situated within the County of Polk in town of Dow, in town of Napoleon, and in capital tax of the years 1807 and 1898, to J. L. Sands and that J. L. Sands has assigned the said certificate to James W. Reigel, and he is now the legal owner and holder of the property, and the pursuance of the above mention sale; and that the right of redemption will expire and a deed for the land be made unless redemption is made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. JAMES W. REIGEL, Owner and holder of certificate. WINTER RESORT TICKETS are now on sale, Florida, California and a great many other places, full information may be bead from any Burlington Route Agent or F. L. Ganaway 400 Locust, Des Moines, Iowa. Practice in all the Courts in Iowa. Real Estate and Probate a Specially. . . ROOM 405 IOWA PHONE MARQUESBLOCK. 899. EVERYBODY KNOWS THAT MUNGER'S LAUN DRY is the best in the city. Try them and be decided. 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Trains daily between St. Paul and Portland, the "Burlington's Special running daily between Seattle, via Billings is the most complete trans-anger service now offered the traveling public. S. FEE, Gen'l Pass. Agent, N. P. Ry., St. Paul, Minn. The Northern Pacific Railway takes pleasure in announcing that their popular overland train, the "NORTH COAST LIMITED," will be continued during the winter. This broad restituted, steam heated, electric lighted train with its model observation car equipped with the most modern conveniences, such as parlor, reading and writing rooms, library of choice books, supplemented with the latest magazines and illustrated papers, buffet, bath room, barber shop, and card rooms, with standard Pullman and tourist sleeping cars (the former with birth lights in each section), as well as handsome day coaches, guarantees the traveling public service between St. Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth and Fargo, Butte, Spokane, Seattle, Tacoma and Portland absolutely unrivaled. 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