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IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. VOL. XI, No. 15. CITY NEWS. (N. B. If you have relatives or friends visit ing in the city or going to make a visit, please inform us; we solicit all your local news.-kd. Abe Mitchell of enterprise is in the capital city Monday. Mrs. L. H. S. Brown left Thursday for an extended visit Buxton. Harry Lewis left for Sioux City where he will remain indefinitely. Mr. Robert Patton has gone to San Francisco, Cal., for a few weeks visit. Mrs. M. Seamore of Canton, Mo., is in the city visiting her son Harry and friends. Mrs. Bradley of Topeka, Kansas, who has been visiting relatives here, returned to her home last week. Mr. Paul Gilstrap will leave Saturday to visit friends in Kansas City and St. Joseph, (2) Mo. The Messrs. H. S. Clay and Peter Hudlin, who were away on a hunting expedition, have returned home. Mesdames James Woods and Claude Harris will leave Saturday for a visit with relatives in Red Oak. The Twentieth Century club, Industrial club and H. B. S. Reading Circle are requested to meet at the parsonage next Thursday the 22nd, at 2:30. MRS BELLE GRAVES. Miss Addie Wilkinson left Monday evening for Dixon, Chicago and other points to visit Miss Marie Williams and relatives. Mrs. B. J. Mitchell and baby, who have been spending the summer at Cedar Rapids with her parents, returned home Tuesday. On last Monday occurred the marriage of Mr. Frank Johnson to Miss Emma C. Booker, at the home of the bride 304 S. Fifth street. Rev. O. A. Johnson officiated. When in St. Louis visiting the World's Fair stop at Mrs. B. Whitfield for good rooms. Only one block from Union depot. No. 3 South Twenty-first street. Little Raymond Brown met with a very serious accident on last Friday by falling and breaking his arm. His arm is doing nicely at this writing. Mr. Henry Tolliver of 1433 Freemont street, will leave Saturday for Tonganoxie, Kansas to visit his father, whom he has not seen for over 43 years. His father is supposed to be over 100 years old. At the First African Baptist church, School and B streets, Rev. R. F. S. Fielder will preach Sunday morning and evening; Sunday School at 3 p. m. Preaching Wednesday night. Mr. and Mrs. O. S. Ruff entertained a few friends at a whist party last Wednesday night. The prizes were awarded as follows: First prize, Mr. E. T. Blagbaugh; booby prize Mr. Paul Owens. Ice cream and cake was served during the evening. After a very pleasant visit of three weeks with Mrs. Attrus Brown, M2. Small street, Miss Marie Williams returned to her home in Chicago Saturday morning. Mrs. A. J. Starnes of Jefferson City, Mo., who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Owens for more than a week, has been the recipient of a number of social melange. JEFFERS RESTAURANT. No. 3 East First St.. East of Company Store, When in in Buxton Iowa stop with Jeffers Bros. for good meals or lunch. Good service guar- teed. Miss Olive Smith is taking her annual vacation this week. She won a fire- box box of candy that was given away at the matinee at Ingersoll Park last Saturday. Misses Marie Williams, Addie Wilkinson, Messrs. Walter Marshal and Paul Gilstrap joined a party and attended Barnum & Bailey's circus last Wednesday afternoon, after which they returned to the residence of Mrs. Attrus Brown where they were served an elegant dinner and spent the evening at whist. DR. A. G. EDWARDS, Physician and Surgeon Office Holders: 8 to 10 a.m. 204 p.m. 7 to 9 p.m. IOWA PHONES 1081 MUTUAL PHONE 400 (Office) Miles Drug Stores Office 818 Park Street. Historical Room DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1904. Born to Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Williams Friday morning, a bouncing 12 pound baby boy. Mrs. J. C. Tylor expects to leave Saturday for Macon, Mo., to visit her father who is very sick. Mr. Attrus Brown will leave Satur day night for an extended visit in Atchlson and Kansas City with rela- tives and friends. Rev. H. S. Graves left Monday for Galesburg, Ill., to attend the annual conference of the A. M. E. church, which holds its meeting there this week. Mr. Alex. Birnley will leave to- morrow night for Chicago to attend the wedding of his daughter, Miss Edith, which will occur next Monday; from there he goes to St. Louis, Mr. Birnley will be gone for two weeks. Miss Gertrude Bell entertained about 20 of her young friends last Friday evening, in honor of Harry Lewis. A very nice time is reported. Refreshments were served. Mrs. H. S. Graves who has been quite sick with rheumatism is not much better. She was unable to attend the annual conference, in which she has always taken an active part for many years. S Joe Brown returned home this week from the National Council meeting held in St. Louis. He says while there was not so large an attendance as expected, yet they had a good session. The Athenian society will give a Rag social at Uion Congregational church Monday evenie the 19th. All are invited to come dressed in rags and compete for the prize. Mrs. Paul Owens gave a wist party in honor of Mrs. A. J. Starres last Thursday afternoon, from 3 to 6, only ladies has present. Miss Olive Smith won first prize and Mrs. J. W. Fields the booby prize. After the games were finished refreshments were served Mr. and Mrs. James Woods entertained Miss Marie Williams, Addie Wilkinson and Mr. and Mrs. John McClain last Monday evening in honor of Miss Williams. The evening was spent at cards, after which a delightful lunch was served. Mr. F. Franklin, recently from South Dakota, has moved to our city and opened a pantomom on Sixth and Forest avenue where the public is cordially invited to call and give him a trial. Mr. Franklin comes well recommended He is a brother of G. W. Franklin, the editor of the Denver Statesman, at Denver, Colo. Last Sunday afternoon the men meet at the Union Congregational church and organized a Men's League with the following officers: President, J. C. Williams; Vice President, Nace E. Morton; Secretary, J. L. Thompson; Treasurer, John W. Jackson. They will hold a meeting next Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. All men are invited. Tenth and Park streets. The entertainment given last night at the Union Congregational church was fairly well attended, considering the many other things going on. It was given under the auspices of the Ladies Home Missionary society, recently organized. This was their first effort. Mr and Mrs. Peter Hudlin gave a whist party last night to a number of their friends. Mrs. J. H. Woods won the first prize and E. T. Blagburn won the booby prize. As usual they were a good host and hostess and all present spent a very pleasant evening. After playing was over refreshments were served. The Athenian Literary and Musical society hold their first meeting after the summer vacation last Monday eve at John W. Jackson's residence. Most all members in the city being present as it was the election of officers. The following officers were elected: President J. C. Williams; Secretary, Miss Gertrude Ball; Treasurer, Mrs. J. L. Thompson; Chaplin J. C. Williams; Journalist, H. E. Jaebs; Critic, Mrs. H. W. Hughes. They will map out the work for the ensuing Autumn. A rag social will be given by the club next Monday at Union Congregational Public invited. Loc. at Burn's M. E. church Sur. 2:30 p. m.; immediately at which the trustees' rally will science. Rev. H. W. Worter of the on Congregational church will reach. The following Congregations are invited to be present at 3:00 p. m. Corinthian Baptist church and pastor, Maple Street Baptist church and pastor, Union Congregational church and pastor, and A. M. E. church and pastor. Every body invited to help us in our financial struggle. O. A. JOHNSON, Pastor. IOWA BAPTIST ASSOCIATION. Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Sept. 6th to 11th. (By Miss L. F. Bartlett, Staff Correspondent.) The Ministers' and Deacons' Union of the Iowa Baptist Association was opened Tuesday, Sept. 6th, in the Second Baptist church of this city. Morning and afternoon sessions were given to the transaction of business. At evening service devotion was led by Rev. Mendenhall of Buxton. Sermon by Rev. Bank, also of Buxon. Wednesday the Woman's Home and Foreign Mission convention was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by the president, Mrs. I. Botting of Mt. Pleasant. Devotional exercises led by Rev. S. S. Bates of Clarinda. The reports of the state organizer and president are read, both showing that much good work had been done during the year. The report of the committee on nomination of officers was read, and the following officers were elected: President—Mrs. I. Bowling of Mt. Pleasant. President—Mrs. Cobb, Marshallown. Recording Secretary—Mrs. Hattie Winfrey, Ft. Madison. Corresponding Secretary—Miss Ida White, Mt. Pleasant. Treasurer—Mrs. Tompkinson, Centerville. State Organizer—Mrs. Bates, Clarinda. Music and adjournment. Afternoon. Devotional exercises. The reports of the several committees were read and received by the convention. At the calling of the roll each delegate responded by reporting their society. Applic for discussion, "Mission Work," was opened by Mrs. Hattie Winfrey of Ft. Madison, followed by general discussion. Preaching at 4:30 a. m. by Rev. M. J. Burton. Text, 177th verse of 40th Palm. Subject, "God's Thoughts." Music and adjournment. Wednesday Evening. Devotional led by Rev. C. H. Mendenhall. Rev. S. E. Wilcox, secretary of the Iowa Baptist state convention, was introduced by Rev. T. L. Griffith, and spoke on Iowa. He was joined by Rev. J. W. Crushchon of Keutk. Text, 26: 13. Music and adjournment. Thursday at 9 a.m. the association was called to order by the Medioles. Rev. T. L. Griffith of Des Moines. Committees on enrollment and nomination were appointed. Annual address by Moderator, Rev. T. L. Griffith, Corinthian church, Des Moines. Annual sermon by Rev. S. M. Smothers, Davenport. Text, Acts 3: IT Music and adjournment Thursday Afternoon. Devotional. Report of executive board read and received by the association. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Moderator—Rev. C. H. Mendehall of Buxton. Vice Moderator—Rev. J. O. R. Winshin. Maple Street church, Des Moines. Recording Secretary—Rev. S. M. Smothers of Davenport. Corresponding Secretary—Rev. D. A. Holmes of Ft. Madison. Treasurer—Rev. J. W. Crushon of Koehuk. The above officers will also constitute the executive board. Music and adjournment. Thursday Evening. Devotional led by Rev. T. L. Griffith. Welcome address by Mrs. I. Bolling Response by Rev. C. H. Mendham. Sermon by Prof. Schrugg, president of Western college, Macon, Mo. Sermon by Rev. J. O. Winbush of Des Molines. Text, Gen. 1: 1. Afternoon. Devotional. Regular business meeting from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. Sermon by Rev. W. T. Alexander of Macon, Mo. Text, Rev. 1: 9. Friday Evening. Devotional led by Rev. Smothers and Mrs. Dixon of Keokuk, followed by a short experience with the chapter, Rev. Crushchon, Keokuk. Educational Sermon, Rev. D. A. Holmes, Ft. Madison, Texts, Isaiah 1: 8; Cor. 10: 5; Phil. 4: 9. Subject "Brains and Their Use." After the divine she sees a reception of people by Rev. by young people of the church in honor of the visitors and delegates. Saturday Morning. Association called to order by Moderator. Devotional exercises. Devotional by Rev. C. B. Brown of Des Moines. Text, 1 Kings, 18:18. Saturday Afternoon. Devotional exercises led by Rev. Carter of Clinton. The final reports of committees were read and received, after which an informal reception was held from 2 to 5 p. m. Saturday Evening. Platform meeting was conducted by Rev. D. A. Holmes of Madison. The folio addresses were made: Rev. M. S. Smothers, "America." Rev. C. H. Mendenhall, "The Negro the Marvelous Wonder of the World." Rev. T. L. Griffith, "Opportunities." Adjournment. Sunday Morning Services. Scripture reading from John, 17th chapter, by Rev. T. L. Griffith. Prayer, Rev. Chinneway. Preaching, Rev. S. P. Lewis of Bloomington, Ill. Text, Gen., 3:19. Subject, "The Origin and Destiny of Man." Sunday Afternoon. Memorial services were conducted by Rev. S. S. Bates. Tributes were offered to the memory of those having died during the past year. Sunday Evening. Devotional services were led by Rev. S. Burton and Mrs. Harriet Poston. Scripture reading, 1 Kings, 118th chapter. Performance by Rev. T. L. Griffith. Treat, 1 Kings, 19:13. Subject, "Encouragement." After a farewell handshake the association was adjourned. Rev. T. S. Bowling of Mt. Pleasant was elected state missionary from the floor. Saturity to be fixed by the exegete. Those attending the association were: Rev T. L. Griffith, Rev J. O. R. Winbush and Rev C. B. Brown, Des Moines; Rev J. 3., Jones, Ottumwa; Rev D. A. Holmes,Pt. Madison; Rev S. M. Miller, Colfield; Rev S. Green, Marshalltown; Rev C. H. Mendenhall and Rev J. Boules of Buxton; Rev S. Bates, Clarinda; Prof. Schruggen, Macon, Mo.; Rev A. Alexander, Macon, Mo; Rev J. M. Sothers, Davenport; Rev J. M. Sothers, Davenport; Rev J. V. Chemowith, Colfax; Rev P. R. Palmer, Hocklbr; Rev O. McClelland, New Boston; Rev J. Reeves, Charlton; Rev M. J. Burton, Sioux City; Rev C. W. Carter, Clinton. Deacons P. H. Hunter, C. L. Petewes, Dees, Mesols, A. Yager, Keokul. Delegates to Women's Home and Foreign Mission convention; Mesdames S. Bates, Clarinda; M. E. Dixon, K. Jackson, Messrs. M. Cleins and Cordelue Crushchron, Keokul; Mrs. K. Thompson, Centerville; Mrs. J. Marshalltown, J. Madison, Des Moines; I. Bowling and H. Poston, Mt. Pleasant. The Second Baptist church, in which the association was first convened, is a small structure, and the members tendered them to finish the meeting. (Special to Bystander.) Mr. Editor: The following headlines noted in your paper, "A Church Dance," to my mind is contrary to reason or propriety, inconsistent with the plain dictates of common sense, nonsensical and unrealistic, to say the latter. Again, the minister of the gospel in any wise would even think of having a "public dance" at his residence, has forgotten his mission, viz. an instrument in the hands of God for the saving of souls, rather than for the salvation of soles. Saul was no less a prominent factor in the stoning of Stephen because he only held the coats. "If you pursue good with labor, the labor passes away, but the good remains; if you pursue evil with pleasure, the pleasure passes away, but the evil remains." In divine command, "Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works," was intended for all who profess His name, but the more for the shepherd of the flock. Mr. often have I been asked, "Do you believe a church member should dance?" What does the church member think of it? is my reply. If you can conscientiously dance and play cards, and serve God, why you are the judge; but few have met the challenge of a life of tempt. The loss of sleep, exposure, late hours, which accompany these worldly pleasures are sufficient proof that it is wise to think well; for it is wise to pay for every vicious indulgence." I know of no object of contemplation more sad than a human wreck. I can contemplate a great calamity, when it involves no strain of honor and no less of character, with equanimity—content that the hand of providence is in it, and that good must consequently come out of it. It can be contended upon battlefield, where the atmosphere is burdened by expiring life, and blood flows in rivers, and rise from the picture inspired by its herosism; but to think of youth's bright hopes and precious innocence, of love and truth and purity of honor, and manhood and womanhood, of all goodly gifts of person and graces of mind; led down into the abyss of manhood, blotted out and this is appointed to lift up the fallen, one who bears the name of a minister of the gospel, this is, by awful eminence, the horror of the world. There comes a point in every man's history when, if he wishes to be a sanctified vessel, meet for the Master's use, he must decide to drop everything that prevents a holy career and a life of perfect service. He must learn to love God. To our brother who would build platforms for dancing, "Build ye more stately mansons, Oh! my soul," and remember that life is as serious a thing as death, and the saving of a soul of more worth than money gained through dances or any other worldly pleasures. At this time I would like also to ask that some of our good ministers of the church want to observe more closely the fourth commandment. Why desecrate God's holy day at the head of railroad excursions? What good can you hope to bring out of evil? God has not given to us vast learning to solve all the problems, or unfalling wisdom to direct all the wanderings of our brothers' lives; but He has given to every one of us the power to be helpful and our spirituality to lift up and enlarge and enlighten the lives we touch. Let us teach the people to obey God's laws for their own good. Let us teach them economy by saving the unnecessary dollars given to them. A man has no more religion than he acts out in life; for religion is using everything for God and I man's good. Henry W. W. Porter. Pastor Union Cong'l Church Des Molines, Iowa. THE DELINEATOR FOR OCTOBER The October Delineator is a many-featured number, containing, in addition to a complete survey of the Autumn fashions, entertaining fiction and special articles of wide interest. Richard Le Galline contributes the first part of an idyl, "Poet, Take Thy Lute, an exquisite dream tale, comprising some tuneful lyrics, and there is a clever bit of fiction by Ellen Douglas Deland, entitled "The Eother of Ethel Watts Mumford, "A Matter of Millons," series on "The Loves of Great Composers" begins in the number with the story of Beethoven and his "Immortal Beloved," which is filled with interest, not only for music lovers, but for every one who has a liking for romances of the heart. Christine Terhune Herrick writes of Field Hockey as a new form of recreation for girls, the article being presented with the hope of giving this healthful exercise a wider popularity in America. Lillie Hamilton French has a serious paper in the "Joy of Living" series, on the Value of the Written or the Spoken Word. The story of Mary Dundley concludes the series on "Great Women of Pioneer Times," and Physical Exercise is discussed in "The Fountain of Youth." For young people are provided stories and pastimes that amuse as well as instruct, and the domestic interests are treated thoroughly and practically. A FORMER DES MOINES MAN REV. EDWARD S. WILLETT, WRITES AN INTERESTING LETTER. Below I publish a letter written personally to me, but as it seemed to be of much interest to me and I think the public, especially to those who know him. He was well known here, and the only colored man who ever attended the special minister. He recentlyasted the pastor, the St. Mary's church in Keokuk, Iowa. Calro, ill., Aug. 13, 1904. Mr. J. L. hampson, Editor Bystander. My Dear Friend Thompson: It was my intention to write to you some time ago and inform you of my prospective removal from Keokuk. On the 5th of this month and look as though we shall like it real well. There is a good field of work here, be over 6,000 Negroes in this city. There are some very enterprising ones among them. We have two physicians, one dentist, two lawyers, two editors and over a dozen school teachers, and we are successful business men here. A colored man has about all the baggage transfer business; there is one who runs a meat market; three who run grocery stores; two in the coal and wood business; one undertaker; two tailor shops, and possibly some other place of business which I do not yet know of; there are quite a lot of houses at trades and all seem to be doing well. Just while writing this a young man has called on me who is in the general household goods transfer business and runs seven wagons. Well, I cannot tell you everything so I need not try, but you must not forget to mail the Bystander to 423 Fourteenth Street, Cato III. Remember me to all my friends. Sincerely yours, S. Willett. S. Willett. SIoux CITY ITEMS. The schools in our city opened Monday with the bells peeling forth their glad refrain, calling the scholars to school again. Many a one that mingled with them last year, they have helped out into the world to take up his or her life's vocation for which they are best fitted. Mr. Allen Gaines of Norfork, Neb., has been in our city the past week taking in the Interstate Fair. He was the guest of Mrs. Hunt, the owner of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Carter died Saturday. The funeral was held from the residence Sunday morning. The pastor of the A. M. E. church officiated. Interment was in Floyd cemetery. They have our heartfelt sympathy in the hour of bereavement. Mr. Chas. Henry Jewell returned her last Tuesday from St. Louis not so jubilant over their trip, for while in said city they were overpowered by two footpads, who relieved them of their purse contain $35. Both returned home sad but much wiser by their experience. Messrs Chas. Ross and John Jackson to Yonkton, S. D. Tuesday to take in the fair. Rev. Louis Jopling of Yankton. S. son went to Yankton. S. D. Tuesday Kimball Pianos Are used and endorsed by Patti, Lehman, Tamagno and other prominent artists. At our warerooms you may see duplicates. There is no question as to qualities because these planes are excelled by none. You can get prices and terms by paying a visit of inspection or writing. W. W. Kimball Co. 820 Walnut St. Des Moines, - - Iowa Price. Five Cents. on his way to the annual conference. Mesdames R. Workoff and Phillips of Omaha, Neb., were in the city last week sight see and visiting friends. Mrs. Workoff returned home Friday and Mrs. Workoff remained over Sunday. Rev. E. G. Jackson left Tuesday to attend the annual conference, which convenes in Galesburg, Ill. Miss Briar Washington returned home from Norfolk, Neb. Wednesday to attend the annual conference. A shadow entertainment will be given Thursday by the Willing Workers' club at the residence of Mrs. A. Jordan. Rev. M. J. Burton left last Tuesday to attend the Baptist association, which convened Wednesday. E. Cage supplied the pulpit both morning and evening at the Mt. Zion Baptist church in the absence of their pastor. Rev. M. J. Burton. Messrs. Walker of Des Moines and Gans of Buxton were in our city last week during the Interstate Fair. They played the Watkins' Cornet band here. Mrs. Sadie Norris, who is still at the hospital, is getting along nicely. Mrs. William Gordan and baby Mrs. A. L. Morgan entertained Mesdames Workoff, Phillips and Morgan at Friday morning breakfast. We are glad to note that one of our ladies, Mrs. John Morgan, received second prize at the Interstate Fair for a piece of work in Battenburg. Mr. Joseph Baker is all smiles for his baby Dodo received first prize at the fair for being the best nurtured baby on the grounds. Of course it takes after its papa. Mrs. John Morgan are pained to hear of the death of Rev. John W. Malone, presiding elder of the Iowa district, also a father of the Iowa conference. He was indeed a true Christian in actions, words and deeds. He was the founder of the church at Yankton, S. D., and in our Theological School he was named Malone church in honor of him, may it ever be a landmark of his good work and may his good name ever dwell in the hearts of the young as well as the old. The family has our sympathy. "Go on, we us, O our brother, To the spirit land, Vainly we look for another In my place to stand." MT. PLEASANT. The Iowa Baptist Association, which was in session in this city lat week wa very largely attended by member and friends of the church. Quite a number of delegates and visitors were present and some very interesting meetings were held. The church has returned from Kewanee, where he has been employed during the summer. Rev. and Mrs. Bates of Clarinda were entertained at dinner Saturday at the home of Mrs. A. Mason. Rev. S. M. Smothers of Davenport, who was here to attend the Iowa Baptist Association, was entertained at dinner Sunday. M. S. E Church, and Mrs. A. T. Church, A. M. E church, and will remain at their hospitable home during his stay in the city. Mrs. Louisa Greenup of Fairfield was in the city Sunday, also Mr. and Mrs. John Greenup of Lockridge. Mrs. Richard Johnson and Mrs. Lulu Knight of Des Moines are visiting in the church. Mrs. H. H. Johnson of Burlington is visiting the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Burnett. Rev. S. M. Smothers of Davenport preached at the A. M. E. church Mon- day evenings. Text, Heb. 2: 3. Sub- ject, "Neglect." Refreshments were served after the sermon. Rev. and Mrs. Clark and Mrs. Sarah Trimbal left Tuesday morning to attend the annual conference at Gales- burg. Rev. S. M. Smothers left Tuesday morning for his home in Davenport. MUTUAL PHONES Office 1917 Residence 958 ROOM 398, 300, 392 GOOD BLOCK Des Molinees, Ia CLARA A. CLIFF General Stenographer and Notary Public... We do high grade work in Copying, Manifolding, Mimeographing Name and Address inserting to perfectly match, and guarantee satisfaction. Give us your order. OSKALOOSA TIDINGS Mr. and Mrs. Henry Allen and family of Buxton are visiting their mother, Mrs. S. S. Allen. Mr. and Mrs. Mickels and little daughter are visiting their parental home, Mrs. George Mickels. Mrs. Mary McDonald and daughter, Evangeline, of Chicago, who have been visiting relatives here for the past three weeks have returned home. Rev. G. W. Slater, of the A. M. E. church, and son Freddie left Tuesday morning for Galesburg, ill., to attend conference. Mrs. Belle Bush left Tuesday morning for Somersville, W. Va., where she was called by the illness of her father, Mrs. Bush was accompanied by Mlgs Lyda Smith. Miss Lizzie Blackburn of Des Moines is visiting her mother and sister. Mr. Vivian Jones spent Tuesday in Bison, where reported a pleasant time. The young people gave a very excellent program at "Shorter Chapel" Monday evening. They taking part were: Instrumental solo, Miss Jennie hardy; solo, Miss Lily hardy; solo, Miss Georgia Blackburn; recitation, Miss Breta Puno; solo, Miss Luella Franklin; essay, Miss Lizzie Blackburn. Mrs. Henry Ellott of Omaha, Neb. is visiting Mrs. S. S. Allen. Long Time Prime Minister. Sir Robert Walpole hold the unbeaten record of having been prime minister of England for, in all, twenty-one years. Died last Sunday in the city at the residence of her sister Mrs. Lydia Kelley. Mrs. Kelley wore a native of Missouri, born in Lafayette county and moved with her parents to Clarinda in her girlhood. She moved to atchison, Kansas last fall and was struck with that dreaded decease catarach of the lungs. Mrs. Kelley was 27 years 5 months and 2 days old, she returned to Clarinda just one week before her death. She professed hope in Christ five years ago and joined the Second Baptist church of Clarinda, being baptized by Rev. Mendenhail, and has always lived a Christian life. While we hated to lose her, yet we feel sure we will meet again where there will be no parting. She leaves to mourn her death a husband, three sisters three brothers, a father and a host of friends. The sisters of her society paid bearers and the members of the ladies Court donated a fine reath of flowers and decorated the church. The flowers were numerous. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Abie a girl. Rev. and Mrs. Bates are attending the Association. Pulte a few friends from Atchison, attended the funeral of Mrs. Lydia Kelley. Rev. Wharton preached his farewell sermon Sunday. Mrs Luvena Fields returned home after a visit with her mother. Public sale Thursday at L. G. Jones. Concert Friday night. BUXTON NEWS. After spending a pleasant visit with her aunt in Buxton, Miss Bertha Strater and sister returned to their new home in Oksa. Ullises Carey will study this year at Wilberforce, University, Wilberforce, O. Miss Mary Parkins and brother Roberts left for Macon, Mo, where they will take up a course of study at the Western College. Mrs, Geo. Lee entertained a jolly crowd residence last Friday evening. After many games were participated in a splendid luncheon was served. Miss Rosa Warren has quit the Comp any store and is now preparing to go to school in Macon, Mo. The London Dramatic club made their first appearance in Buxton Monday night at the M. Y. C. A. auditorium; presenting to the public the pleasing drama "Gyp the Beirees." The drama had a good strong plot, full of comic and dramatic action, and much credit can be given those who took part. Mr. Eddie Carter and Linford Willig two of Buxton's brightest young men, leave for school this week. The boys of the Y. M. C. have organized a foot ball team for this season and would like to hear from the young teams of surrounding towns. Address Arthur Turner, Buxton, lows, for games. In two fast and interesting games the Buxton Wonders, base ball team defeated the crack league team of 'ekaioos, and proved that if they were allowed they would be in the league today. ALBIA NEWS. This week has been carnival week in our town and quite a number of strangers are here. Madam Edwards and Bryant of Osceola were in Albia Monday attending the funeral of Mrs. Brewer. Monday was Kabor day in the surrounding towns and quite a few Albia people attended in Oskaloosa. Miss Maggie Nelson of Chicago is visiting at the parental home and attending the funeral of her sister, Mrs. Brewer. Mrs. Josie Brewer, the wife of Rev. Brewer and daughter of Mrs. Henry Jones, died at the home of Mrs. Jones Sunday night and was buried from the A. M. E, E. church Tuesday. She had been a member of this church a number of years, also a member of two lodges and for several years a music teacher and hair dresser in Albia and surrounding towns, Mrs. Brew has many friends in Albia and other towns who will mourn her death and extend sympathy to Rev. Brewer and family. Mrs. M. Harris of Mocking was in Albia a few days this week. The Albia young people gave a dance at King's hall Saturday evening. Little Lotta Johnson of Hocking was in town this week. Albia High School started Monday Morning. Quite a number of friends from Buxton and Oaklake attended the funeral service of Mrs. Brewer, also the two lodges of Buxton turned out. "LAUGH AND GROW FAT. Life is such a serious business with the average mortal that an opportunity for a hearty laugh is more than welcome to most people. "A merry heart doeth good like a medicine" and so do the humorous features of that great metropolitan daily. The Chicago Record-Herald. The first thing that greets you on the first page of every issue is humorous cartoon by Ralph Wilder, the well-known artist, that frequently tells more at a glance than could be conceived in a column of reading matter. Every issue contains also a humorous small story on the editorial page, and the "Alternating Currents" column written by S. E. Kiser, one of the most popular humorous writers in the country. In addition to all of these, the Sunday issue always includes a comic section, guaranteed to produce laughter. "Sort of curious, isn't it?" remarked Congressman Babcock to Congressman Overstreet, "that we should have Press identical candidates hailing from places with such queer names as Oyster Bay and Esopus." "It doesn't matter so much," he said, "where he is going." was the sage observation of Overstreet. "The stag at eve had drunk its fill," some one quoted. "Must be a funny crowd," bluwed out the Old Bison statue, "at last we've attended it took us till morning before we'd drunk our fill, and then we often had to leave because there wasn't anything left. Must 'ha been a funny stag—must 'ha been a derned funny stag." A popular author, who has lately turned to play-writing, has not succeeded in impressing the managers with the availability of his productions. Not long ago, thinking to get some useful pointers from the current drama, he made an observation tour of the city, meeting to a friend at the end of the evening. "I seem to be the only man alive who can't get a poor play put on." When Larry Kavanagh, residence unknown, was brought before Justice Whitman in Essex Market court, New York, on a charge of intoxication, he said, "Your honor, I was here yes before you, and I think it's not fair. It's the same jag." The judge smiled, "A man can not be twice placed in jeopardy for the same offense," he said, "but I don't believe that includes hold-over jags. Fined two dollars." Mr. Miller Reese the inventor, was talking one day about gout Gout, he said, "is very painful." What is the difference? someone asked, "It is. Indeed." "What is the difference?" Well, " said Mr. Hutchinson, "suppose you should take a vise, put your finger in it, and turn the screw tighter and tighter, till you could be the pain no longer. Suppose you should suppose you should be the screw one full turn more. That would be gout." A London correspondent of the Argonaut writes that it is related when Mrs. Frank Leslie was informed by a friend of the approaching marquis that she was a beautiful heath well known in Parisian society, she knowingly remarked, to the surprise of her informant, that she herself was the bride-to-be of the future marquis, is said to have caused indignation on the part of that lady and a little friction between the marquis and his pretty French fancees During a recent Baptist convention held in Charleston, the Rev. Dr Greene, or Washington, stroked down to the battery one morning to take a look across the harbor at Fort Sumter and the seawall fishing. Dr Greene watched the lone fisherman, and finally saw him pull up an odd looking fish, a cross between a toad and a catfish. "What kills of a fish is that, old man?" required Dr. Greene. "Dey calls it a catfish." He asked as he as he tossed it in deep disgust. "Why do you call it the Baptist fish?" asked the minister. "Because dey spoil so soon after dey comes out so water," answered the fisherman. C. D. Gibson, the illustrator, recently received from a soo- company a circular inviting him to participate in a drawing contest for $25, the drawing winning the prize to be used by the soap company as an advertisement. The contest net was then the humorous aspect of the situation struck him, and he wrote the soap manufacturer as follows: "You are heartily invited to participate in a soap contest that f have insured for a prize of $1.50. Each competitor must submit 190 pounds of his best soap, put up in ornamental one, and have it insured that it not adjudged worthy of the prize will remain the property of the undersigned. It is necessary that the soap no forwarded prepaid." Man and Wife. Buxton, N. Dak, Sept 12 (Speakall) —Mr. B. L. Skriveth of this place has been added to the steadily growing following that Dodd's Kidney Pills have in this part of the country. Mr. Skriveth gives two reasons for his faith in the Great American Kidney Cure. The first is that they cured his wife and the second is that they cured his wife. "I must say," says Mr. Skriveth, "that Dodd's Kidney Pills are the best remedy for Kidney Trouble I ever knew. My wife had Kidney Disease for years and she tried all kinds of medicine from doctors but it did not help her any. An advertisement led her to try Dodd's Kidney Pills. The first box helped her so much that she took eight boxes more and sow she is cured. "I also took three boxes myself and they made me feel better and stronger in every way." Dodd's Kidney Pills have never failed to cure any kidney disease from Backache to Rheumatism, Diabetes or Bright's Disease. Where Money Talks. Silkers—"Look at that shabby milieu. You can't judge a man by his dress." Winkers—"No, but you can judge him by his wife's." "There's mighty few people," said Farmer Cornetosil, "that knows what to do with a farm after they get one." He have noticed that, "answered the question in filling the whole place up with corn and oats and things, when they might have such lovely tennis courts and golf links."—Washington Star. "Can you tell me the way to the nearest drug store?" asked the stranger. "There aint any drug store here," replied the gentlymanative of the Kansas prohibition town, but if you merely passin' through, and won't say anything about it, I can do something, you if you'll step in the house a minute."—Chicago Record-Herald. It's mighty good practice to be in love with a woman you can't marry because it has already happened to her. Lips that love bad news make poor ones for good news. The cost of a thing cannot be measured by its price. To receive the false is to reject the truth. Iowa State Bystander Secretary Hay is a grandfather and it's a boy. Bring on the little breeches. Evidently the great need of the day is some man that can stand before Prof. Jim Jeffries. When a Japanese wrestler looses the championship he can always qualify as a fat man at a dime museum. The sultan of Turkey, like one or two illustrious Americans, hates to give up money and never takes a vacation. Why cannot Uruguay and Paraguay unite, thus consolidating the revolution business and saving costs of production? More than $2,000,000 in Uncle Sam's gold is to sail on a transport for Manila. What a chance for a good enterprising pirate! A Louisville judge has decided that a man may beat his wife. He doesn't say, however, whether with a club or at bridge or poker. Another elopement in high society is proof that Love is still laughing at everybody and everything that seeks to thwart his plans. Canada is moving for the protection of its musk oxen. North Africa should fall in line and prevent the further destruction of its civet cats. Get out of the way, you ordinary Carnegie heroes. You never played third and, after breaking your leg, put out a runner and won the game! As to the story that Patti will tour this country in an automobile, it should be said that the lady is much too humane to seek revenge in that way. Really, it isn't necessary for you to save your hands. A well known bandmaster estimates that there are at least 20,000 of them in the United States. If the Standard Oil monopoly is negotiating for the purchase of a bank in London, as the Times says, why does it not offer to buy the Bank of England? Munroe's share of the gate receipts at that prize fight amounted to over $6,000. This may account partially for the vigor with which Prof. Jeffries thumped him. A woman has just died in Indiana who knew Aaron Burr when she was a child, which is another reminder what a youngster the United States is in the family of nations. A dispatch from Newport mentions that one of the prominent society leaders there expects to sue for divorce in the fall. The number of invitations she intends to issue is not given. When one of the visiting milliners speaks of a "stunning creation" she alludes to the effect of the hat on the public—not to the effect of the bill on the husband, as might be inferred. It is interesting to observe that the people who are willing to inform you that they don't consider this country fit to live in are not rushing to take advantage of the reduced rates to Europe. The secret service men who drowned a goose believing they were soaking danger out of a bomb must have felt a brotherly sympathy when they discovered the identity of the object of their effort. Here's hoping that the clergyman who both in 1885 and in 1904 has captured the biggest cod caught in those years off Provincetown, is equally successful in his working season as a fisher of men. The young woman who objects to paying 67 cents for the privilege of saying two swear words hardly has the masculine appreciation of expletive. And 67 cents looks like a bargain price at that. From London now comes the news of the successful initial trip of a flying machine, the invention of Sir Hiram Maxim. Flying machines are so numerous now in various parts of the world that it is not easy to keep track of them. And still we cannot fly. A business man, who is on the verge of nervous prostration, has been ordered by his physician to go into the country for a month and do absolutely nothing with his mind. As a part of the regime the doctor has prescribed the reading of a dozen popular novels. Just as we expected! The report that a Norwegian whaler had found north of Spitzbergen a bottle containing a letter from Prof. Andree, dated in 1898, proves to be a hoax. Now aren't you glad that you didn't get excited? The beginning of active work on the Panama canal is signalized by large requisitions for dynamite and powder from the isthmus. How much better is it to have these explosives used in this great work of peace than in the atrocities of war. A Philadelphia man saved a woman who weighed 250 pounds from drowning at one of the eastern watering places the other day. The report says that he held her up with one arm and swam ashore with the other. Atlas had an easy job compared with what the Philadelphia man had to do. Not long ago a disappointed sutor stashed the face of the diffused sweet heart, and she promptly married him. Now another sutor has given his heart's love two slashes. It seems up to her to marry him twice. --- Flees for Life Half a Mile Down Country Road. PURSUER FOLLOWS IN BUGGY Finally is Killed On Very Threshold of Safety—John Nelson, an Organ Peddler, is Killed By 17-Year-Old Jimmie Selbert. Oakalao, Sept. 16.—After pursuing his fleeing victim for half a mile along the country road, Jimmie Selbert, 17 years old, shot and killed John Nelson of Avery, aged 27 last month. He was one of the two occured two and one-half miles northeast of here at the home of Elias Mason, a farmer, where Nelson had attempted to take refuge. Just as the terrified man was rounding the corner, Nelson, boy rising in his buggy seat, fired a shot which struck Nelson in the back. The boy leaped from his buggy, ran into the yard, and fired again, this shot also striking Nelson in the back. Nelson fell into the doorway of the house, shooting his gun. Young Selbert would have shot not had not Mrs. Mason rushed from the house and compelled him to desist. Stooping over his dying victim, the boy told: "You'll never bother us any more." Nelson died soon afterward. He had gone to the Sebert House to sell an organ. He had never seen any member of the Sebert family before. The boy is now in jail at this place, assisting the action of the coroner's jury. The shooting was the direct outgrowth of the Carpenter rape case, which is now pending before the Iowa supreme court, and will come up for trial. The jury was sentenced to a year ago Carpenter was convicted for the rape of May Sebelton, the sister of the boy who did the shooting yesterday. He was sentenced to the penitentiary, but appealed and has been on bond. The Carpenter was driving through the country when he met Nelson, who was on foot, and took him into his buggy. Nelson said that he wished to stop at the Sebert place, and Carpenter turned into the yard. DR. CHARLES D. WALCOTT J. DR CHES D'NORCUT A goodly number of delegates attended the sessions of the eighth international geographical congress at Washington. At the opening session Dr. Charles D. Walcott, director of the geological survey, welcomed the congress to America on behalf of the president of the United States, and announced President Roosevelt's acceptance of the honorary presidency of the congress. Ever since the trial, the Seibert family, who are simple folk, have little interest in the buggy. Carpenter turned into the yard, the little children screamed "There is that Carpenter man." Mrs. Seibert, terrified, called for her husband, who seized a gun and fired at Carpenter. Nelson, who was unarmed, leaped from the buggy and ran into the hazel brush which surrounds the house, while Carpenter turned his horse, and pursued him down. He has not yet been located, although orders have been issued for his arrest, and it is not known whether or not he was struck by the bullets. Young Seibert saw what was going on, and took a hand in the fight. He leaped into the buggy and chased the innocent Nelson, who was doing his best to escape down the road. The fatal shooting followed after a half hour, and the police made a desperate effort to shake off his pursuer. WOMAN RUNS WILD. Hunters Run Across Nude Lunatic Near Davenport. Davenport, Sept. 16—A. H. Dexter, of Rock Island, and a party of hunters, who were pursuing their sport in the woods west of Davenport tell of a woman, whom they encountered there. The hunters came on the woman unawares. She was apparently trying to climb a tree and did not notice the woman, who was刻刻 nude. As they approach, she glared wildly about and seeing the proximity of the men, grabbed up a blanket which she had laid aside and ran speedily away. The men pursued her and she crossed a road, and was further efforts to locate her were unavailing. Crushed by Falling Tree. Cordova, Sept. 16.—Amos Stittworth, aged 22 years, was crushed to death here yesterday by the fall of a tree, which fell across his abdomen. He was taken to the hospital by his niece, George Lutz, but his injuries were of such a nature that he died soon after. He lived in Union township, Marion county, and leaves a young wife. A shadow clock has been invented by Brad Horn of Lynn, Mass. By using a telescope, the optical representation of a small clock is thrown on the ceiling, and the shadow keeps perfect time. BATTLE OF LIAO YANG. STATION MUKDEN LIAO YANG TAN PUSHAN DAN TORCH DAN TORCH AN PING LAND AUG. 30 BATTLE OF AIR SHART CHANG SIANDAN STREET Showing Positions of the Various Fighting Divisions. DEMAND THAT LENA LEAVE PORT The Japanese Object to Presence of Russian Vessel. IS IN SAN FRANCISCO HARBOR Claims She Has Put in for Necessary Repairs — Considerable Confusion Has Arisen Among Authorities as to What Method to Pursue. Washington, Sept. 12.—The expected protest of Japan against allowing the Russian artillery auxiliary cruiser Lena, which arrived at San Francisco yesterday to remain longer than twenty-four hours same time when the Japanese came in that city, through the collector of customs, made formal demand that the vessel be required to leave at the end of that time. The collector's telegram officially notifying the authorities of the arrival of the Lena and of Japan's protest was addressed to the secretary of the treasury, who at once sent copies to Acting Secretary of State Adee and Acting Secretary Murray of the department of commerce and labor, who has direct jurisdiction in the matter. The telegram reads as follows: "Japanese consul has made demand upon me that Russian auxiliary cruiser Lena, arriving at this port, must be captured. In captain reports that he has entered for repairs of engines and boilers, principally the latter. I am requesting the inspector of hulls and boilers to make an examination of the vessel's machinery with the consent of the captain of the Lena. Can find no authority in the Law or regulations for the collector assuming any authority in the premises and request instructions." After a conference with the commissioner of navigation Acting Secretary Murray, the following dispatch to the collector: "Your telegram addressed to the secretary of the treasury concerning Russian steamboat Lena received at 4:40 p.m. m. You should have address department as directed in circular 29. "Wire this department hour of the steamer's arrival at your port and concise resume of steamboat inspector's report, and if repairs are necessary the probable time required to complete the repairs williculars the department will instruct you further. See circular 29 of page 2 and all of page 3." The circular referred to was issued on February 12 of the present year and Russia and Japan commenced, and besides containing the president's proclamation and the provisions of the statutes relating to neutrality, gave instructions to collectors that "should any case arise requiring official action from Russia to attach documents to the department, by telegram." Oyster Bay, L. I. Sept. 14.—Russia's auxiliary cruiser, Lena, which put into the port of St. Francisville from St. Louis to Vostok, either will have to leave that port within a brief time prescribed by this government or will have to dismantle it. It can be authoristically is the decision of the American government. BALTIC FLEET WEIGHS ANCHOR Cronstadt, Sept. 12.—The Baltic fleet yesterday sailed for the far east. The vessels of the fleet are as follows: The battleships Souveroy, Vice Admiral Rojevestensky's flagship, the Navarin, Sissol, Veilky, Borodina, Alexander, III, Orel, Oleg, and Gailia, Rear Admiral Voorkersam's flagship; cruisers Admiral Nakimof, Dmitri Donekol, Aurora and Aluzar, Rear Admiral Enquist's flagship, and several torpedo boats and torpedo boat destroyers. St. Petersburg, Sept. 12.—The departure of the Baltic fleet for the far east is officially announced. Admiral Birliff, commander of the naval forces at Cronstadt, will accompany the modern armada of almost forty pennants will sail immediately for the Orient. MUCH ANXIETY AT ST. PETERSBURG The Russian Capital Greatly Alarmed tor Safety of Army. Lack of News More Irritating Than Actual Fighting—Kuropatkin is No Longer a Hero Among People Who Formerly Worshiped Him. St. Petersburg, Sept. 14.—The continued delay in the receipt here of anything like a detailed official account, either of the battle of Liao Xiang or of the present Muation at the battle of the people, is meant to the public of St. Petersburg than any previous phase of the war, and has given rise to numerous aftarmist stories of the alleged precarious situation of General Kuropatkin's army. None of these stories, however, are the public's. The fact seems to be that military operations in the neighborhood of Mukden are almost suspended on account of the effect of the rain upon the roads. There is no current news to record while if General Kuropatkin has transmitted any full account of the recent great battle, it has not been allowed to circulate. The persistent silence is doing more than anything else to discredit the Russian com THE CITY OF MUKDEN. RANDAY PLAN OF THE CITY OF MUKDEN As fortified by the Chinese two walls surround the town of Mukden. The outer is composed of mud and is fifteen to twenty-five feet in height. The inner wall is constructed of stone, freely embrasured for the use of cannon. Little is known as to the additional fortifications the Russians have built since it became evident to them last spring that they might be compelled to fight for possession of the city. It has one defense, however, that is highly important. This is the Hun river, which skirts the town about three miles south of the outer walls. From Mukden to Tieling is thirty-five miles, and from Mukden to Harbin is thirty-five miles. Mukden is the capital of Manchuria and the birthplace of the Manchu dynasty. It contains the tombs of many Chinese emperors, which are held in the highest veneration. mander-in-chief in the eyes of the public, with whom he has her heretofore most revered heroism. Reports that the Chinese are making preparations to occupy conquered territory are creating some uneasiness, for China has been all along an uncertain quantity, from which any development or complication might be expected. One knows precisely the most pressure, medical, Jap an may be able to bring to bear upon the great, silent empire. The logical belief always has been that China would endeavor to the utmost to refrain from taking side in the present conflict, in order that she might be in a position to make the best possible victory for the victory; but it is realized that a continued Japanese advance into the heart of Manchuria might exert a powerful influence upon both the Chinese pansy and the nearby, ill-controlled regular troops, which the Chinese government at Peking might find it difficult to precipitating serious complications upon the scene of actual hostilities. Berlin, Sept. 14.—The Tagebilt's St. Petersburg correspondent telegram, sent to the squadron has at the last moment been deferred for several days, apparently to await news from the fat man, who will remain for the present at Rewu. PORT ARTHUR IN BAD STRAITS The Czar Has Received a Report From General Stoessel. PROVISIONS RUNNING SHORT 'or a Week There Has Been No Meat and Little Flour—Ammunition Low and Preparation Made for Blowing Up Fortifications in Case of Assault Paris, Sept. 15.—The Journal's St. Petersburg correspondent says: "A very high personage informs me that the emperor has received a report from Lieutenant General Stoessel to the effect that the situation at Port Arthur is most critical. For a week there has been no meat and only a small quantity of flour, while the ammunition there is not sufficient for a long resistance. Everything is prepared for blowing up of the fortifications in the event of a successful Japanese assault." Paris, Sept. 15.—The correspondent at St. Petersburg of the Echo De Paris says: "I learn authoritatively that Viceral Alexief asked to be relieved of the functions of commander-in-chief by land and sea, of the Russian forces in the far east, but not of those of vicever, his object being to avoid giving a semblance of consistency to the reports of antagonism between himself and General Kuropatkin. He said he will be relieved to continue to be responsible for the political and diplomatic administration in the far east and to remain at Harbin. The emperor granted this request, and, therefore, General Kuropatkin hence forth will be solely responsible for military operations." Glbaltar Sept. 15.—The British steamer Orton, Captain Fletcher, which arrived here today from Lonchakov, the Russian cruiser which was boarding the British steamer Derven, from Liverpool. St. Petersburg, Sept. 15.—General Kuropatkin's official report, which was given out last night, comes as a considerable relief as setting at rest alarmist stories of the loss of guns, the cutting of divisions and the death or capture of prominent commanders, which have been freely circulated here. The report, which is a very important detail, will fall into the serious phases of the battle of Liao Yang and entirely bears out the declaration of the Associated Press at the time that General Orloff's failure to hold the vital position at the Yental mines was responsible for the breaking down of the whole of General Kuropatkin's plan of battle, and turned a potential victory into defeat. The manner in which General Kuropatkin's face of the terrible condition of the country and the determined pressure of the Japanese armies does much to restore General Kuropatkin's prestige in military circles. THE LENA WILL BE DISARMED President Issues Order Finally Determining Disposition of Cruiser. Washington, Sept. 16—Acting Secretary of State Adee has given out the following statement regarding the new ship Lena, now at San Francisco: "The president has today issued an order, through the acting secretary of state, directing that the Russian armed transport Lena, now at San Francisco, be taken in custody by the naval authorities of the United States and the conditions prescribed are that the Lena be taken to the Mare Island navy yard and there be disarmed by the removal of small guns, breech blocks, large guns, small arms, ammunition and ordnance stores, and such other dismantlement as may be required by the navy yard; that the captain give a written guarantee that the Lena shall not leave San Francisco until peace shall have been concluded, that the officers and crew shall be paroled not to leave San Francisco until some other understanding as to their dismantlement be reached between the United States and the belligerents; that after disarmament the vessel may be removed to a private dock for such reasonable repairs as will make her seaworthy and preserve her in good condition during her detention; she may be repaired at the navy yard if the Russian commander is present in a private dock the commandant of the navy dock at Mare Island shall have custody of the ship, and the repairs shall be overseen by an engineer officer to be detailed by the commandant, and that when so repaired, if peace shall not then have been concluded, the vessel shall be taken back to the navy yard and be there held in custody until the end of the war." DEMOCRATS 8HOW GAIN The Republican Prurality in Maine is Cut to 27,000. Portland, Me., Sept. 14—Returns from the small town in distant parts of state Monday, and a careful revision of the figure places the republican plurality in Monday's election at 27,000. The republican gain over 1000 is estimated at 5 per cent, and the democrats gain at 10 per cent. Additional returns in the congressional districts have not altered the result, all four republican congressmen being returned by plurality ranging from 5,000 to 7,000. It is probably stand 27 republicans and 4 democratas against 29 republicans and 1 democrat in the last legislature. It is estimate that the house will be 121 republicans and 30 democrats. The last 131 republicans and 20 democrats. Kurokel's Communications to London, Sept. 13.—The Daily Mall's correspondent with the Japanese repeats from Tien Tsin the report that the Japanese sent 50,000 men, invaded northeastern Korea and cut General Kurokel's communications with Feng Wang Cheng. This dispatch lacks confirmation. Despite the fast that a piano has a lot of keys, it is seldom looked. Nell—"Yes, he actually had the impudence to kiss me." Belle—"The idea! Of course, you were indignant! Nell—"Oh, yes. Every time."—Philadelphia Ledger. Chauffeur—"You'd better be a little careful, air. My machine might make your horse run. Farmer Oatmeal—"Do you, oh, skip first time in thirty years."—Chicago News. "Why, I wasn't aware that Spetkins ever played cards," said the astonished He doesn't," replied the victim with a smile. He logd out drawn; he works them."—Chicago News. Highwayman—"Your money or your life!" 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The Murte Rye Emery Co. Chicago, send Rye Eye Book free. Write them about your eyes First mosquito—"I feel like a Scotch highball." Second mosquito—"Me for rye." First mosquito—"Then you take the man on the right and I take the one on the left."-Town Topics. Simon Ford, the New York hotel man, has just returned from Scotland He gravely declares that he "visited seven cottages where Robert Burns was born, and five where he is said to have died." Patient—"Do you consider this trouble bale, doctor? You know my means are limited, and Doctor—"Do you consider patients to after about two thousand dollars' worth of treatment."-Life. According to one account of the Parker telegram episode, it made Senator Tillman "so agitated that he almost cried." When his Virginia colony was occupied, he replied: "I always think the best, senator Daniel, when I am greatly excited." Society women of London have discovered that wines and liquors are hurtful to the complexion, making it difficult to drink them, therefore, avoiding alcoholic stimulants, and drinking instead lemon water at their noon and evening meals. Toothpulling is a very simple and painless process in China. The dentist over the affected tooth, and, after about five minutes, the patient is told to sneeze. The tr- then tails out Many attempts have been made by the authorities to nab theainfection of this power but none have ever succeeded in doing so. WHAT'S THE USE To Keep a "Coffee Complexion." A lady says: "Postum has helped my complexion so much that my friends say I am growing young again. My complexion used to be coffee colored, muddy and yellow but it is now clear and rosy as when I was a girl I was induced to try Postum by a friend who had suffered just as I was suffered from terrible indigestion. Malnutrition of the heart and sinking spells. "After I had used Postum a wock I was so much better that I was afraid it would not last. But now two years have passed and I am a well woman. I owe it all to leaving off coffee and drinking Postum in its place. "I had drank coffee all my life. I suspected that it was the cause of my trouble, but it was not until I actually quit coffee and started to try Postum that I became certain; then all my troubles ceased and I am now well and strong again." Name furnished by Postum Co. Battle Creek, Mich. Look in each package for a copy of the famous little book, "The Road to PRESIDENT WRITES LETTER. ys Democrats Are Lacking in Settled Convictions. IN POWER. Jng Document Addressed to Speaker Cannon Deals Exhaustively With the Great Questions Before the Congress. Formed by Republicans—Democrats Not Worthy to Be Placed in Charge. Oyster Bay, Sept. 12—President Roosevelt this morning issued his letter accepting the nomination for the Presidency tendered him by the Republican National Convention. In part the document has follows: Oyster Bay N. Y. September 12, 1904. Hon. J. G. Cannon, chairman of the Notification Committee: the president, we accept the nomination for the president, Republican National Convention, and certainly approve the platform adopted by it. Examples which we profess are those in which we wield a will on those in soul and strength. Men may differ in their sense of sincerity. The policies we have pursued are those which we carnely wish to repeal and repute. Our actions speak even louder than our words for the faith that we have done and are doing, upon our record of administration and legislation we have had complete control of the government on the government in the same way that we have carried it on in the past. The acts of the Administration in connection with the war with Spain, the Isthmian canal and the upholding of the Monroe doctrine the President defends at length, and declares the party is prepared fully to accept the issue on these questions. He continues: We, on the contrary, believe in the gold standard as the basis of business world, and in a sound monetary system as matters of principle; the gold standard as a tendency, but of permanent organic policy. In 1886 and again in 1900 far较近 in the past, the joint to work against what they regarded as a debaused monarch, championed have been steadfastly adhered to by the administration; and the monarch, established the single gold standard as the measure of the wealth of the people, have even supported it in the house and two in the senate; and one hundred-eighty-four in the senate. The third of the last - even years proves that NOT HIS FIRST TIME. Witness Evidently Had Been on the Stand. Before The cross-examiner had kept the witness on the stand for some time, and the witness naturally was getting weary. "If you would only answer my questions properly," said the cross-examiner, "we would have no trouble. If I could only get you to understand that all I want to know is what you know, we would could take a lifetime to acquire that" interrupted the witness. "What I mean is that I merely want to learn what you know about this affair" the lawyer said, frowning. "I don't care anything about your abstract knowledge of law or your information in regard to the geography, but that you know about this case." "Oh, that isn't what you want," said the witness in an off-hand way. "I've been trying to give you that for some time and—" The lawyer got in an objection and the witness had to stop. "If I don't want to know what you Undoubtedly, the multiplication of the bureaucracy has been largely due to the "failure of officials charged with the duty of enforcement of code." Such stricture upon the failure to do their duty in this matter is certainly not whole, but it is necessary in preceding President McKinley's is concerned; but it has the effect of undoubtedly true that we are obliged to both the disposition and the courage to enforce existing law. This is the result of the consistent and steadily continued action of the present administration. When we take up the great question of whether the doubt as to whether our opponents do or do not mean what they say, 'They promise to carry themselves accordingly if they are given power, that they do not really mean this and that if they policy as records the tariff, while other-seem anxious to prove that it is safe power would be only partial, and therefore they would be certain that it is certainly a curious plea to advance on behalf of a party seeking to obtain control of the govern- It is but ten years since the last attempt was made, and prevent some people from prospering too much. The attempt was entirely wrong, and was among the causes which in that year and for some time afterwards prospered too much, and labor from prospering at all. Undoubtedly it would be any of the trusts from remaining prosperous by a sweeping change in the tariff as to paralyze the industries of the country, but their smaller competitors would be ruined, and the wage-workers would be reduced. The evils connected with his production to haul his product to market. The evils connected with his rational effort, to step, along the lines taken by congress and the executive during the past three Then it was that every one in the court room knew that he had been on trial. Couldn't Think of It. He—So you're going to take the dog with you, and leave the baby home with the girl? She—Certainly! I'd be afraid to leave poor little Fido with that girl!—Yonkers Statesman. Practical Definition. "What is your idea of a strong-minded woman?" she asked. "One who can pass three days in another city and return home without purchasing a souvenir spoon," he ra be done for the materials it more than ever well-being of the Filipinos than ever before the loss of civilized man. We have opened before them a vista of orderly development, a policy of exploitation. Every effort is made to ensure the government, and they have already in large measure received it, while for the rights and civil liberties have been guaranteed. They are being educated; they are being given libraries; roads are being built for them; roads are being built for them; they have been given courts in which they receive justice as an absolute as it is for the individual rights to life, liberty and the government; congress officially safeguarded under the American flag; and if the protection of the individual rights would be lost, and the islands would be plunged back under some form of vicious violence. The letter concludes: It was near closing time in one of the numerous Boardwalk auction stores at Atlantic City, and the auctioneer was making a last attempt to sell a vase. "Going at five! Going at five! Who bids five and a half?" he droned, sleepily. A man started up in one corner of the store, where he found a vase. "It's evident from his demeanor that he had been dallying with the flowing bowl. "Scuse me one minute. The Auctioneer," he said. "I should like to have a little information. Lesh unnerstand each other. Did you shay—I mean say—did you say you wanted a bid?" "Yes, sir," replied the auctioneer, indulently. "I am bid $5 for this beautiful vase. What do you bid?" he asked. "You good-night, sir, claimed an exaggerated polleness, and with that he made his way unsteadily to the door—Philadelphia Record. POWERS ASKED TO INTERVENE The Interparliamentary Union at St. Louis Takes Action. TWO RESOLUTIONS PASSED Comprise All-Important Business Before the Gathering - Nations of the World Invited to Participate in Second Peace Conference. St. Louis, Mo., Sept. 14.—The all important business for which the inter-parliamentary union assembled was transacted at the second session, which was held yesterday. With great unanimity these representatives of fifteen different national parliaments adopted two resolutions, each of importance. In one of these powers of the world are asked to intervene now in the Russian-Japanese war. In the other the nations of the world are invited to participate in a second session of the Hague conference and President Roosevelt is requested to issue the call. The measure looking toward intervention in the far east was adroitly amended. Originally the resolution provided for intervention "at the proper time." The last four words, however, were stricken out on the immediate, intervention is necessary. Count Goblet d'Alevielle of Belgium was responsible for this amendment. It was also the Belgian senator who brought about the insertion of a phase of the constitution, "jointly and separately", and the hint was delicately but informally thrown out in this connection that the president of the United States could most likely pass the resolution himself, passed as the delegate approves the adroitness of the connection between the formal phrase and the informal suggestion. The resolution calling for intervention Russo-Japanese war read as follows: "The inter-parliamentary conference, by the horrors of the war that is being waged in the far east, between two civilized states, and deploring the powers signatory of the treaty, unable to have recourse to the clauses thereof, which direct them to tender their mediation immediately at the outbreak of hostilities, asks the powers signatory of the convention of the Hague to intervene either jointly in order to facilitate the belligerents in order to facilitate the peace and instruct the inter-parliamentary bureau to bring the present resolution to the knowledge of said powers." Le Comte d'Avielle, in presenting the resolution, uses these words: "the existence of a great favor in helping her out of her difficulties. As to Japan, I am one of those who have thought from the outset that the existence of a strong Japanese empire in the far east may become a factor in the equilibrium of the empire stands not as a new factor of the element of peace and civilization." In closing, he urged that the president of the United States was quite the proper person to render mediation. The only opposition to the resolution was adopted. The action calling for a new session of The Hague conference took the form of the Bartholdt draft, which follows: Whereas Enlightened public opinion of the modern civilization between nations should be adjudicated alike demand that differences be settled in the same manner as disputes between individuals are adjudicated; namely, by the arbitration courts accordance with recognized principles of the "the conference requests the several governments of the world to send representatives to an annual conference to be held at a time and place to be agreed upon by them, for the purpose." "First—The questions for the consideration of which the conference at The Hague expressed a wish that a future conference be called." "Second—The negotiation of arbitration treaties between the nations agreed at the conference to be convened." "Third—The advisability of establishing an international congress to convene periodically for the discussion of international questions. Fourth—The importance respectfully requests the president of the United States to invite all the nations to send representatives to such a conference. The adoption of this resolution without a dissenting voice aroused much enthusiasm. The Hungarian group sponsored a movement to forbid the use of floating submarine mines, but opposition to this measure might well be left for the hoped for Hague conference and Count Apponyi withdrew the Hungarian resolution. The only feature of the session was the discussion by telegraph to President Roosevelt of the salutations of the inter-parliamentary union. Consul General at Canton Removed. Oyster Bay, L. I., Sept. 15—Robert M. McWade, United States consul general at Canton, China, yesterday (Feb. 15) and at Roosevelt, Charges made against him recently were investigated by Assistant Secretary Peirce, who went to the orient to make an investigation of several of the United States consulates in China and Japan. Secretary Peirce strongly sustains the charge made against Consul General McWade. Puliman Shops Shut Down. Chicago, Sept. 16.—The Pullman car works at Pullman shut down yesterday. Practically every one of the company's 7,000 employees are idle. The repair department, where 1,500 employees are located, is close. The shut-down has been gradual during the last three weeks, two or three departments being closed at a time. The workmen were told to take their tools with them when they arrived from the infer that a considerable period of idleness confronts them. Every blonde carries her own headlight. 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There ought to be some strenuous preaching against the lax view of marriage relations and careful revision of divorce laws in many of the states, and in many cases driving out of lawyers whose sole business is that of securing divorces. —Selected. CHRISTIANS IN JAPAN PUB- LIC LIFE. In Japan one member of the Imperial Cabinet, two judges of the supreme court, two presidents of the lower house of parliament, and three vice presidents of state are Christians. In the present parlement the president and thirteen members in a total membership os three hundred are Christians. In the army there are one hundred and fifty-five Christian officers, or three per cent of all; and the two largest battleships are commanded by Christians. In Tokio three of the eight daily papers have Christian editors.—Christian Advocate. We take this method of nominating a Southern man for Assistant Moderator of the National Council. We could name several men who would honor the position of Moderator, but since that is not to be, why not select a man from the South as Assistant Moderator. Nothing that the Council could do would give home and courage and quicken denominational loyalty more than a recognition like this. It would give notice to the world that the Congregationalists of this country stood today where they have always stood, on the side of human rights. It would give Congregationalism in this country new life. It would turnish a living example of what Congregationalism has done for the people of this section. We therefore nominate Rev. H. H. Proctor, D. D., Moderator of the Convention of Congregational workers in the South, and pastor of our largest Congregational church, a leader true and tried, who by his training and experience and accomplishment has proved his fitness for this or for any position in our great denomination.—The Congregational Index. VISIT THE OLD FOLKS On September 6. 13, 20, 27 and Oct ober 11th the Minneapolis & St. Louis R. R. will run their annual "Homeis itor's" excursions to Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and round trip tickets will be sold at very low rates with limit thirty days for return. Call on agents for particulars, or address A. B. Cutt' G. P. & T. A., Minneapolis, Minn. OTTUMWA NEWS. Last Week. Mrs. Scott Richmond of Charlton was an over Sunday visitor in ottumwa. Mr. Julian Campbell is slowly improving. Miss Sarah Bradford has returned home from Springfield, Ill. Steadily on, seems to be the motto of the Otumwa colored band, as proof of their progress are seen every week. In the death of Mrs Brewer of Albia, who was formerly Mrs. Meadows of Otumwa, the I. B. W. R. C. feels that through the grim messenger, one of its beloved charter members has been called to her last resting place. Faithful, loving and courageous the name of Josie Brewer will live forever written on the sorrowing hearts of her sisters in the Ida B. Wells Reading Circles The I. B. W. R. C. met with Mrs. Bicks on Grant street and had a large attendance. The club meets with the President, Mrs. Z. A. Taylor, this week. Mr. Herbert Anderson is visiting his brother Eugene Anderson. Miss Kitty Jones of Buxton passed through here Monday on her way to Chicago. BURLINGTON NEWS. Miss Addie McLennon, age 17 years, succumbed to a hemorrhage last Saturday morning. She leaves a father, J. Melenon and a sister. Mrs. Dan King. The funeral services were held Tuesday at Peggah's Chapel; Rev. Smith officiated. Mrs. Bailey of Otumwa is visiting in the city. The Burlington correspondent spent a few days in Chicago last week. Mr. Geo. Yeiser of Ft. Madison was a Burlington visitor Sunday. Several of Burlington's young men spent Labor Day in Keokuk. Miss Florence White who has been visiting her aunt, Mrs. Lem Reed, at her home on Valley street, departed for her home in Museatine Saturday. FORT MADISON NOTES Mrs. Warren Murphy and Mr. D. L. Holmes were Mt. Pleasant visitors last week. They were called there by the serious illness of their brother. Meadams B. C. Winfrey, G. H. Jackson, G. Chambers, Ambrose Jackson and Rev. D. A. Holmes have re- turned from the Baptist assocation, which was held at M. Pleasant last week. Mr. John Harris is very ill at his home on Fifth street. Rev. and Mrs. Ford departed Tuesday for Galesburg to attend conference. Messrs. Clifford Cowden and Fred Williams of Burlington spent Sunday in the city, the guests of Mr. William Harper. Miss Katherine King departed Saturday for Macon, Mo., where she will attend school. Sunday was Quarterly Meeting at the A. M. E church. There are a large number of colored pupils enrolled in the high school this year than ever before. There is also a large attendance in the primary and grammar schools, and everything looks bright for an interesting school year. Mrs. George Harper is on the sick list. Subscribe for the Bystander. Neal's Place Choice Wines Liquors and Cigars 308 Third St. Ia. Phone 1551 L2 DES MOINES, IA. CEDAR RAPIDS NOTES. The entertainment given at the church last Thursday evening for the ben-fit of the stewards department was a brilliant success socially and financially. The gentleman's club that will soon be organized into G. U. O. O. F turned out in a body, each wearing the club badge. To them and others who patronized and gave assistance to the entertainment, the ladies extend their most hearty thanks. Mr. Oddie Thorpe of Macomb, Ill., arrived last Friday evening and for a few days will be guest of his sister, Mrs. F. Perkins. Among the large number of excursionist from Dubuque Sunday were Mrs. Epps and Mr. Harry Rose. Mrs. Winnie (3) *Ger* whose mind has been slightly effected for sometime and who has made her home with Mrs. Jackson for the past few weeks, was taken to M. Pleasant Tuesday morning. Her many friends extend their deepest sympathy and hope for her recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Morris entertained a number of friends Sunday in honor of the former's mother, Mrs. Epps of Dubuque. Mr. Harry Rose of Dubuque was the guest of Miss Jessie Martin Sunday. Mr. S. L. Terry filled the pulpit Sunday, delivering an interesting discourse. Elder Clomins expects to leave for conference Thursday morning. Mrs. J. E. Milligan and Freddie Perkins are visiting Galeesburg and attending conference this week. Miss Rometia Boney is preparing to leave for Edwardsville, St. Louis and other points this week. Mother Engham is reported as somewhat improved at this writing. WHEN IN CHICAGO ...STOP AT THE... New Northern Baths Hotel and Baths Combined. For Gentlemen Exclusively. (Occupying entire building of stories). 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Can anything be more conducive of our machines and durability? Did you ever hear of any other machine with such a record? Note a few of the many superior points of the. Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine No.9 The Rotary Hook displaces the old, out-of-date, unmechanical and troublesome shuttle. The Frictionless ball bearings and perfect mechanical construction enable it to be operated with one-third less exertion than is required by ordinary machines. It sews three yards of goods while a shuttle machine sews two. It makes the most elastic and most perfect stitch whether sewing light or heavy goods. With our superior attachments the greatest variety of work is possible. Do not make the mistake of buying a sewing machine until you have given the Wheeler & Wilson No. 9 a trial. Wheeler & Wilson Mg. Co., Chicago, Ill. For Sale by M. E. Wood, Des Moines. GO TO WORLD'S FAIR VIA WABASH Nov is the time to go to St. Louis as the fair is at its best. Take your family as it is worth more than a years schooling to any young boy or girl over 10 years old. It is twice as great as was the Columbian Exposition, and cost three times as much. Send for map of the grounda. The Wabash has three fast trains daily, and you should ask to have your tickets read Wabash. All Wabash trains stop at the main gate. For other information write: S. W. Flint, P. & T. A. Des Moines, Iowa. National Republican Ticket For Vice President CHARLES N. FAIRBANKS * Indiana. Republican State Ticket For Treasurer G. S. GILBERTSON. Forest City. For Auditor B. F. CARROLL, Bloomfield. For Judge of Supreme Court E. H. DEEMER, Red Oak. For Attorney General C. M. MULLEN, Black Hawk. For Railroad Commissioner C. K. KETCHUM Marshalltown County Ticket For Auditor LEW BURNETT For Recorder MRS. FRANK DODSON For Clerk of Courts B. F. COFFIN Members of Board of Supervisors ANDREW GROVES FRANK MORRISON and Linden, fristes. Preaching at 11 a. m. Sunday school; at 12 o'clock Preaching at p. m. Rev. T. L. Grillin, Pastor St. Paul A. M. E.-Corner of Second and Center School at 12 o'clock Preaching at School at 3 o'clock: Epworth League at p. m. preaching at 8 p. m. Horace S. Graver pastor African Baptist Church-Corner School and Fourth streea. Preaching F. R. Lomax pastor Preaching 10.30 a. m: Sunday school 2.33 p. m. Mr. M. E. Houten. Superintendent People's meeting 7 p. m. preaching 8.00 p. m. Buril's Church M. E. Church Corner of 11th and Croaker Sts.-Church services, preaching meeting 12 m Sunday; Sunday School 3.39 p. m. Epworth League 7 m Sunday; Prayer and Class meeting every Wednesday 8 p. m. pastor, 880 iii ft. Maple Street Baptist Church, pastor, 880 iii ft. Maple between Ninth and Tenth streea. Preaching 11 a. m: Sunday School 9.00 a. m. preaching at 11 p. m. J. O. R. Winnish pastor Union Congregational Church-Corner Teenth and Park streets. Preaching 10.45 a. m. Sunday School 12 m: evening service 7.33 p. m. Sunday School Wednesday evenings H. W. R. Winnish pastor SECRET ORDERS WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Curly Hair Made Straight By TALENT FROM OXONIZED OX MARROW CO., Inc. 400 W. 10th St. New York, NY 10003 WASHINGTON ITEMS. Rev. Payton left Tuesday morning on the Q. for conference, which convenes at Galesburg, Ill. The Stedards of the A. M. E. church gave a dinner last Thursday, which was financial success. Mrs. Johnston Armstrong has returned from Nebraska. Mrs. Fred Simms of Washington, D. C. is visiting her mother, Mrs. F. D. Motts. The Sewing club gave a leap year party at the home of Mrs. N. F. Black last Friday evening. The house was beautifully decorated with fall roses in pink and white. The evening was spent in playing the most popular games, whist and pit. Light refreshments were served in the dining room. The out-of-town Mrs. Fred Simms of Washington, D. C. The missionary social last Monday evening, was well attended. evening. Was Pursu- Mrs George Black and little daughter Ruth left Saturday morning for Oskaloosa. Mrs. Jennie Jones and daughter, Frances, left Tuesday morning for Moline. The Chautauqua club met with Mrs. N. L. Black last Tuesday evening. MOLINE GLEANINGS. Mrs. R. H. Pollard and daughter Roberta, departed September 1st for Kalamazoo, Mich., to make an extended visit with her grandson and other relatives. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Stewart, Sept. 4th, a 10 pound boy. Mother and son doing nicely. The Hallie Quinn Brown club met with Mrs. J. Coquett last Thursday. Mr. W. M. Bradley, after a severe spell of illness, is able to be on the streets again. Mr. Rufus Phoenix is improving his home by giving his house a fresh coat of paint. Mrs. J. W. Ingraham and Mrs. Robert Bradley left Wednesday morning to attend the county fair at Joslyn, ill. Rev. Searce left Wednesday morning for Galesburg to attend the annual conference. Mr. D. S. Delward of Twelfth avenue left Tuesday to attend conference in Galesburg. Mrs. R. Phoenix left Saturday for Muscatine to remain over Sunday with her mother-in-law, Mrs. Peter Townly. EVERYBODY KNOWS THAT MUNGER'S LAUR DBY is the best in the city. Try them and be decided. Maine Office 211-215 NINTH 94 Branch Office 604 MULEERRY 94. PHONE 578. NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEPTION. To G. E. Green, being the party whose name the property heroinafter described is taxed: You and Each of You are Hereby Notified: That on the Third day of December, A. D. 1901, the following described real estate, to-wit: Lot one (1) in block eighteen (18) of Whites Riverview addition, now included in and forming a part of the city of Des Moines and all situated within the county of Polk and state of Iowa, was sold for the then delinquent and unpaid taxof the year 1900 to E. J. Boynton; that the under-signed 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 and a deed for the land be made unless redemption is made within ninety days from the completed service hereof, as provided by law. E. M. Parker, Owner and holder of sald certificate. Notice of Expiration of Right of Re-dermation. To James H. Phillips (in whose name the property hereinafter described is taxed); You are hereby notified that on the 3d day of December, A. D. 1900, the following decribed real estate, to-wit: Lot No. 7, in block No. S, Grimmell's Addition to town of Fort Des Moines, being now included in and forming a part of the city of Des Moines, and all situated within the county of Polk and state of Iowa, was sold for the then delinquent and unpaid tax of the year 1899, to C. C. Hartley, that the undersigned is now the legal owner and holder of the certificate of purchase issued in pursuance of the above mentionable sale, the right of redemption will expire and the land be made unless redemption is made within ninety days from the completed service hereof. FRED F. PEASE, Owner and Holder of Certificate. ORIGNAL NOTICE. In the District Court of the State of Iowa in and for Polk County, September Term A. D., 1904. Nathan Schein, Plaintiff, vs. W. A. Bricker, L. C. Bricker and E. M. Parr, acquittal. To W. A. Bricker, L. C. Bricker and E. M. Parr: You are hereby notified that the petition of the Plaintiff in the above entitled cause is filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, claiming of you the sum of Ore Hundred Dollars ($100.00) as money justly due and having been seized on at six per cent from the 18th day of January A. D., 1897, upon your one promissory note for One Hundred Dollars, dated January 18:h. 1997, made by said W. A. Bricker and L. C. Bricker to E. M. Parr and endorsed by said Parr, and also asking for attorney's fees and costs and alleging that said L. C. Bricker and A. B. Bricker are non-residents of Iowa and having asked that a writ of attachment issue against the property rights and credits of the said defendants. And that unless you appear thereto and defend b-fore noon of the second day of the September Term A. D. 1904, of the said Court, which will commence at Des Moines, Iowa, on the nineteenth day of September A. D. 1904, a default will be entered against you, and judgment rendered thereon. DUDLEY & COFFIN, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Subscribe for the Postmaster. Where Sheep Have Pastured. It takes six years for grass to grow where sheep have pulled it up and trampled it. Hawaiian Farm Wages. In Hawaii the average wage of a farm hand is $20 a month. 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