Crawfordsville Weekly Journal, Crawfordsville, Montgomery County, 27 November 1896 — Page 1

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NE.'OBIGINi

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For Oold Weather

The best thing you can do is to] buy a Jewel Round Oak Pleating Stove. Come and see our line of Stoves. We can suit you both in price and quality.

H. R. Titisley & Co

A RIPE SEASON IN WHICH TO BUY AND HAVE LAID AWAY

Christmas Gifts

Silverware, Art Metal Ware, Cut Glass, etc.

n. C. KLINE,

Practical Jeweler and Optlcan.

A grand Sale of Handsome Winter Wraps at

McClure & Graham's

Xrade Palace.

Having accepted an unusually low cash offer on a large invoice of stylish Capes and Jackensfroma New York manufacturer in need of money, we will place the whole lot on sale

Saturday Morning

At prices below all competition. This is the opportunity of the season to secure your Winter Wraps NOW at January prices. Call and see the nobbiest garments ever brought to Crawfordsville.

Respectfully Yours,

cCl re&G aham

The Time to Get Married is I\OW

(I The Place to get your Wedding Invitations is at

The Journal Office.

IN. B.—A wedding secret Is safe with

MM.

VOL. 49—KG. 49 OKAWFORDSVILLE, INDIANA, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1896.—TWELVE PAGES

A DOUBLE WEDDING.

MarriaRfl of Miss Kluabetli K. Hinford and Kriftar U. lvHnriolpii and MIm Fannie Joe liinford and Air. Clarence

Dltnick Stevens.

Tuesday evening at the home of the brides' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph liinford, of east Market street, occurred the marriages of Miss Elizabeth R. Binford to Mr. Edgar D. Randolph, of Lafayette, and of Miss Fannie Joe Binford to Mr. Clarence Dimick Stevens, of Vincennes. The lloral adornment of the home evidenced unusual artistic taste, and in its beauty was in keeping with the happy occasion. In the north parlor, where the ceremony occurred, palms, tree ferns and rhododendrons had been heavily banked against the north wall, and before this a lloral altar had been constructed. This altar, some two feet in height and eight in length, was a veritable bank of exquisite ferns and strings of smilax, in which a profusion of brides' roses had been woven. Before the altar was spread a large, white rug on which were placed four white satin pillows. The prevailing llower in the decoration of the parlors, library and t^e halls was the pink carnation, and there was an ample relief in the vines and ferns with which the chandeliers, mantles and curtains were draped. Between the parlors hung a heavy drapery of smilax, interlaced with carnations. In the dining room a white and green effect was maintained. The brides' table was heart shaped and was beautiful.y decorated The linen was spread with ferns and roses, which admirably set off the handsome candelabra and service, while the side board and buffet shelves were almost hidden by flowers and graceful vines. About seventyfive guests were present, and upon arrival were received by Mr. and Mrs.

Binford, Mr. and Mrs. Stevens, of Vevay, and Mr. and Mrs. Randolph, of Lafayette, Mrs. H. T. Gary, of Austin, Pa., and Miss Mary Binford. Before the ceremony the north parlor was partitioned off by ribbons and the guests took places in the south parlor and library to witness the service. Just previous to the ceremony and preliminary to it several appropriate musical numbers were rendered. Miss Edna Dice and Miss Kline, gowned in costumes of white organdie and carrying Bhower boquets of white chrysanthemums, appeared before the altar, and while Mrs. A. B. Anderson played the accompaniments, Miss Kline sang DeKoven's "Oh! Promise Me," Miss Dice responding with "I Promise Thee," both selections being touchingly rendered. Mrs. Anderson then played the wedding march from "Lohengrin," to which the bridal party entered. From the east door of the south parlor an aisle running the full length of the two rooms was formed by the extension of broad bands of white satin ribbons, these being held by Messrs. E. H. Evans, John Binford, Barton Griffith and B. F. Armbruster. Through this aisle the brides proceeded to the altar. Miss Elizabeth wore a costume of heavy white satin, en train, with pearl bodice, and trimmed around the yoke and sleeves with mousseline pleating. She wore the double bridal veil and carried brides roses. Miss Fannie was attired in a gown of heavy, white satin, en train, high neck and long sleeves. It was trimmed in mousseline de soie, with thin yoke, deep pleatings around the waist and full at the neck, the sleeves with heavy ruches at the hand. She also wore the double veil of white tulle and carried brides' roses. From the east door of the north parlor the officiating clergymen, Rev. A. J. Alexa/i' der and Dr. J. F. Tuttle entered, pass' ing behind the altar and facing the assembled guestsi They preceded the grooms, who met their brides before the altar. The double ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Alexander, the abridged ritual of the Episcopal church being used. The general remarks were addressed to both couples and the marriages by the ring synchronized, but the vows were taken separately. After the ring service the contracting parties knelt upon the satin pillows before the altar and an earnest prayer was offered by Dr. Tuttle. Upon its conclusion Mr. Alexander pronounced them husbands and wives, and the couples, still kneeling, repeated with the ministers the Lord's prayer, following which the benediction was pronounced. During the service Mrs. Anderson played softly, Mendelssohn's "Song Without Words" and DeKoven's "Past and Future." Immediately upon the benediction being pronounced, she played the bridal march from "Midsummer Night's Dream," and to this the bridal party passed out to refreshments, receiving the congratulations and well wishes of their families in the dining

room. At the bridal table were seated the immediate families of the contracting parties. A three course wedding supper was served, after which the congratulations of the guests were extended and the evening was enjoyably passed by those present. The presents to the brides were displayed in the hall upstairs and were both numerous and beautiful. Shortly after midnight Mr. and Mrs. Stevens left for the east, and within a few days will be at home in Vincennes, Mr. Stevens being professor of English in Vincennes University. Shortly after the departure of Mr. and Mrs. Stevens, Mr. and Mrs. Randolph left for their future home inLafayette.They will spend the winter in Indianapolis, however, Mr. Randolph being a member of the incoming Legislature, he having been recently elected as Joint Representative of the counties of Tippecanoe and Clinton. Both Mr. Randolph and Mr. Stevens are rising and eminently successful young men and they are to be congratulated upon winning as brides young ladies so accomplished and .so endowed with graces. The guests present from out of the city Tuesday at the weddiDg were Doctor and Mrs. J. C. Ward, of Princeton Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Stevens and Mr. Will Stevens, of Vevay E. H. Evans, Grant Downey, Clarence N. Zener and Mrs. S. E. McCord, of Indianapolis Messrs. and Mesdames A. L. Randolph, J. S. Randolph and A B. Randolph, of Lafayette Miss Hazeltine. of Logansport, and U. C. Stover, of Anderson.

Thanks to tlie KepnbHcana of the County. To the Journal. I desire to extend my thanks to my many Republican friends throughout the county for their support and kindness to me. I assure you, one and all, that I yery highly appreciate your kindness and can truthfully say that I have nothing to regret but my defeat and I fully realize that was not the fault of my friends. Neither do I consider it any fault of mine. I have no remorse of conscience in nowise for I conducted myself honorably and manly in every respect throughout the entire campaign. I would rather come to defeat honorable than to be successful in a dishonorable way and have my conscience smitten and my character blotched. Of course I cannot feel as kindly toward some people as I would like. But I am thankful that I am not responsible for the wrong they did me for I know they could not allege anything against me. But whilst I cannot forget, I can forgive, in part at least. Some allege my defeat to the whisky element but I think that incorrect to a great extent at least. So far as I can learn they have an much respect for a man of principle bs some people who prefer to detest the saloon business and many of them have their names on church records. But such is life. I leave that matter with theirtown conscience. It has been suggested by some of my friends that we retaliate when opportunity affords, but to all such let me say, no. That would not be good Republicanism. Let it all pass. Let's all work to solidify and harmonize our grand old party. If you defeat a man, let it be done in convention. After the ticket is made let it be our ticket. Again thanking you all for your kindness, I have the honor to ever be your friend.

Respectfully, R. C. Haki'EH,

Bancroft the Magician*

Bancroft's entertainment of fun, fantasy and spectacular sorcery, which comes to Music Hall Monday evening, is one of the most elaborate scenic productions ever put upon the stage. Bancroft carries fo-ir complete changes of scenery, each one of which represents in a beauty a veritable dream of the Arabian Nights. The Eettings are a fit accompaniment of a princely enchanter. The pataphernalia with which he performs his feats are also expensive. These remarkable embellishments with the great entertainment of bewilderment and .wonder and endless repertoire of feats, impress the auditor that he is really in fairyland, witnessing supernatural deeds among gorgeous, brilliant surroundings.

Ir. Tucker Calls.

Speaking of the Woods tragedy tne Lebanon Reporter says: "Dr. Tucker hearing of the trouble and that the man so badly wounded would die, he called at the jail and said he would like to talk with Woods if he desired it. Woods readily consented to hear the Doctor and greeted him as cordially as possible under the circumstances. Rev. Tucker talked to him of both his physical and spiritual condition, especally the latter, and his instruction was kindly received:"

A New Clerk.

Lee Myers is the new clerk at Rost's jewelry store. lie succeeds Charles Bandel, who is studying osteopathy in Hamilton, O.

AFTERMATH.

A V. M. C. A. Worker Furnishes Some ln1 nt creatine Statements KegarilliiK ttie Late Convention.

The 27 uu annual convention of the Indiana Young Men's Christian Association closed with its usual farewell meeting Sunday night. The last two days of the convention were successful in awakening general interest almost beyond the expectation of the men who had charge of the conduct of the meetings.

Saturday afternoon the Bible hour was conducted by C. K. Ober and was very helpful to all who were present. Following this, invitations were received for the next State convention. Evansville, Huntington and South Bend each presenting an urgent appeal for the convention. Reports of convention committees and closing business furnished the afternoon session.

The foot ball game which had been planned for between the University of Indianapolis and Wabash college and hich was to afford a means of recreation to the delegates was not played. While there was a game played between two of the College classes, the weather was so unpropitious that not many from the convention attended. game of basket ball played in the the association gymnasium between members of the local association and visiting physical directors afforded much entertainment to a large body of spectators composed for the most pari of visiting delegates.

Saturday evening Gilbert A. Beaver addressed the convention on "Striking Features of the Intercollegiate movement of '90." Following this "The Possibilities of the Railroad Associations in Indiana" was discussed by E. 0 Stacy, J. M. Burwick and others. But to those who attended the Convention Sunday seemed the crowning day of all. It commenced with a service at 0:30 a. m. led by Jim Burwick. The very name of the leader is enough to prove that the meeting was a good one, an enthusiastic one and one in which the presence of the Lord was manifested. The fifth and last Bible hour of the convention was conducted by L. D. Wishard. The subject of this discussion was "Christ our Example in His Relation to ani Dependance upon the Holy Spirit." The service was largely attended bothv by people of the town and by delegates to the convention.

Prebably no one feature of the convention has been more helpful to those who were able to attend than this series of Bible studies. It is a fact that the majority of people are lamentably ignorant of the teachings of the Bible and of the real meaning and mission of the Book to the work. Every opportunity to avail ourselves of the teachings of such men as have been present at the convention ought to be eagerly grasped. The morning services were held in the various churches as usual with the exception that each pulpit was filled by some one of the speakers in attendance upon the convention. Large audiences were in attendance all over the city and it is safe to say that the people learned more of association aims and methods that they have known in many a long year.

The man's meeting for men at 3:30 in the afternoon was addressed by Mr. Brown who is one of the International Secretaries. The meeting was attended by over five hundred men. There were a number of clear conversions as a result of the service and this in itself is ample reward for all the labor and all the expense of the convention.

An interesting meeting for boys was held in the association chapel. Seventy boys were in attendance and it is hoped that the words spoken there will be of lasting benefit to the boys and through them to the association and the community.

The women's meeting at the Baptist church was a crowded one and a large degree of interest was manifested.

In the evening three services were held, one at the Christian church, one at the First Presbyterian church and one at the Y. M. C. A. auditorium. These meetings were all well attended by the people of the town, indeed all three roooms were crowded and when the three services united in a farewell service at the Y. M. C. A. building the people could not be accommodated, scores and scores being unable to obtain even standing room.

The farewell services consisted of short talks by members of the convention, the president of the local association and one of the ministers of the city, these talks being interspersed with songs and short prayers. Following this the delegates and members of the local association joined hands in

PART E1RST

one large circle standing clear around the auditorium. Standing thus prayer was offered, that old association hymn, "Blest lie the Tie That Binds," was sung and the convention had come to a close. Not that we want to feel that the convention is really a thing of the past. Indeed, for this city the influences of it should have just begun, not closed. Whether or not this is so depends largely upon the individual followers of Christ. We are in need of your influence, your presence and your prayers. What will your answer be?

CHARGES AGAINST PEIRCE.

President ICneelaiul, at tlio Clover Loaf, Wants the liecelver Kemuved.

The following dispatch to the Indianapolis Jmirnnl from Toledo will be read with interest here: "Receiver Peirce's October report of the Clover Leaf railroad has brought forth an indignant protest from President lvneeland, and this morning he filed a petition in the United States court pray--ing for the receiver's removal. Intentional and willful mismanagement is charged in several ways. Excessive payments to connecting lines are alleged, ana unnecessary maintenance of expensive agencies beyond the territory of the road. It is pointed out that unnecessary passenger trains are continued at an expense exceeding their revenue in October of 815,000. The fourth charge against the receiver is that ccrtain items designated as "over-charges" are in realities rebate and drawbacks paid to shippers."

Thoroughbred Ponltry.

The Western Indiana Poultry Association want to interest every citizen of Montgomery county in poultry. It can be clone, and if the buyor, as well as the breeder and seller, understand thi value of thoroughbred poultry there) will bo fewer scrubs sold and both will profit. Wo appeal to all in behalf of thoroughbred poultry. Wo are satisfied you fill want no other kind if you understafcl their real value. The day has gone by when it was necessary to argue to intelligent persons in behalf of thoroughbred horsos, cattle sheep and hogs. Neither, then, should vou overlook the importance of "vigorous, largo sized, productive and uniformly beautiful, pure bred fowls. Scrub chickens are not and cannot be as profitable for many reasons. To show that this is the case wo want you to visit the show hero December 14th to lltth. Come and see for yourself thoroughbreds and scrubs side by side, alive, and prepared for market, too! Compare them and see if there is any difference.

For this reason, if no other, thorbughbred poultry is best. It costs no no more to hatch and grow to maturity thoroughbred poultry that will weigh seven to ten pounds than it will to raise to maturity scrubs which will weigh only three to five pounds. The same houses that will shelter the scrubs will do for the pure bred fowls. The line chickens require no more food than those you are now feeding. They will lequire no more time and no more labor. But the results will be vastly diHorent. Your common chickens should weigh twice as much as they do. If fed the same quantity of food pure blooded chickens would weigh twico as much. Wo therefore ask you, winwaste your buildiugs, time, labor and money on the "run down" stock, when both pleasuro and profit lie in puro bred stock our customers will bo better pleased and you will secure better returns. -There just as much difference between a pure bred fowl when cooked and a scrub when cooked as thero is between .a. razpr back hog and a I'oland China. ••.

But the lirst cost is greater, you say* No, it is not. From $2 to $(i will buyenough tjwtJ eggs to start with. Suppose you buy two settings (2(1) of a reliable breeder. \ou will, with reasonable care, hatch eighteen chicks. With good care you raise fifteen out of these to maturity. You take care of tlieso simply because they are worth it. You have now a flock of pure blooded fowls, uniform in size and color and worth from $A) to $o0. We know whereof wo peak. eve tried it. Tlieso fowls will lay more eggs, weigh more and look far better than the best cared ror scrubs could. If you don't believe it come and let us pro v.) it to you. That's what wo are after. This is a farmer's show. I wo-thirds of the members of the association.are farmers who have trid both scrubs and thorougbreds, and they stay by the thoroughbred.

Clinrley lias Hone.

Charley Hayes, the well-known colored citizen who has of late months been doing shoes shining atThurstons' boot and shoe store, left Wednesday for l11. Wayne, from whence he goes to Michigan to reside.