Evening Republican, Volume 15, Number 216, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 13 September 1911 — Page 1

No. SIC.

\ TONIGHT’S PROGRAM Princess HI 2 THE -CRUSADER. T nDyltPD THE LAST DROP OF WATER. Vl/>U|I V SHE GOT THE HONEY AND THE CAT CAM BACK. w.u. TM. A GAY THE IN ATLANTIC CITY.

GRAFT PROBE AT GARY MAY BE EXTENSIVE.

Geist Traction Franchise Looked Suspicious and Hay Be Investigated —Dean Heard From. Gary, Ind., Sept. 12.—1 t is now believed that the Gary graft investigation will be much wider than expected. From the prosecution’s side there came today the story that the dictagraph records cover much evidence regarding the alleged Geist franchise grab. The people of Gary have long been suspicious of the deal. The traction franchise was granted to Charles N. Geist, of Philadelphia, in May. It is a fifty-year blanket affair, without provisions for compensation to the city, no universal transfer provision, and gives rights on all important streets. Following its passage the Gary commercial club started a movement to oust Mayor Knotts, but the mayor’s Mends in the club stopped the club’s action. At the time there were ugly rumors of graft. ** John J. NyhofT, for whom Prosecutor Green wald stated that' a warrant had been issued, was not arrested today. Gary people today received word from Indianapolis that Dean was at the state capital, but that the Governor would not interfere in the Gary graft probe unless county officials failed to do their duty. Tomorrow the Lake county grand Jury convenes at Hammond, but it is denied that it will make any investigation of the bribery cases. The charge that the Steel Trust is

Cannot buy a better hard-coal heater than either of these two stoves. Why? —Because Better Stoves are Not Made. 7 “The Radiant Estate” fg§gl|A CTo We have over 200 of these stoves in use in Jasper s^ County, and to our knowledge, not one has failed to Unlike most stoves, this baseburner is an ornament r^^ElO^M^^Mßyi«|Bj^ to any room. It has no equal for beauty, and is a jaßjf “The Searchlight Utility” BBf vrjisMfwtoßm This stove embodies the J. B. Howard Combustion. WSmjffl Howard was the first man to apply the hot-blast F yfflbfw principles to the heating stove, and his hard-coal heater ** a 'ponder. As hejsays, “It is the greatest in- jjj It is the only hard-coal stove that actually warms the floor; the only one that will maintain a warm room throughout the night. Why ? Because it is not controlled by a check (or night damper, as it is often called) that admits cold air between the combustion chamber and the chimney, thus causing the fire to die. The fire in this type of heater, using the check-damper, is simply kept from going out during the night, and really does not bum while the damper is drawn. With the SEARCHLIGHT UTILITY such conditions do not exist. By means of the “Heat-Regulating Damper” a slow combustion is maintained throughout the entire night, and in the morning the room is warm and comfortable. These statements in regard to the “Searchlight Utility” are facts. We know what this stove will do, as we have used it for three years in our own home, and ? money could not buy it if another could not be obtained. We will sell this stove on 30 days’ trial; if not satisfactory, we will refund your money and take the stove. You will certainly make a mistake if ,you fail to see this marvelous heater before you buy. E. D. RHOADES *. SON, Rensselaer, Indiana

THE Evening Republican.

Fire Prevention Day Designated By Governor To Be October 8th.

October Bth is designated by Governor Marshall as ‘‘Fire Prevention Day.” All residents of the state will be called upon to get their places in readiness for starting winter fires. Fire Chief Montgomery states that if every resident of this city will observe this day there will .be fewer fires and property losses. On that day, if not before, all flues and chimneys should be inspected. All trash and rubbish should be removed from danger spots and all stoves and pipes carefully looked after.

behind Dean was refuted by a high official today. The impression has gained ground rapidly the past twenty-four hours that T. B. Dean is what he pretends to be, simply a business man who tried to get a franchise and found he had to pay for it. It is believed that after he made up his mind to get after the grafters he took expert advice from detectives and probably had direct assistance in the work of the dictagraph. Dean is keeping out of Gary. All the evidence is securely guarded and the work is done, so far _as he is concerned, until the cases come to trial. Dean writes friends here that he was warned of trouble if he remained here. He says he will be on hand when he is needed, but the “records” of the dictagraph, he insists, are sufficient for conviction without any testimony from him.

Calling Cards at The Republican.

Hat*red January 1, IM7, aa Mcond-claas Hail matter, at the poat-elßoe at henraelaer, Indiana, turner the act a t March 9, IST*.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER IS, 1»11.

AUDITOR LEATHERMANN GOES TO FIRST NATIONAL.

Will Succeed I. P. Hammond When Latter Becomes Auditor—Valu- ' able Ron For the Place. James N. Leatherman, who on Dec. 31st will conclude his second term as auditor of Jasper county, will go to the First National Bank of this city in an official capaoity, succeeding Joseph P. Hammond, county auditorelect. Mr. Leatherman’s thorough business training and wide acquaintance and hiso high standing in Jasper county give him especial fitness for the position to which he has been chosen and will doubtless prove very satisfactory to all patrons of that- banking house, selection to the responsible place is a compliment to him and the bank is also to be congratulated for having selected him for the place. Jim Leatherman is well known all over the county and is known as a man of fine business qualifications, high personal honor, absolute fairness and integrity and as one of the most able and accommodating officials that ever held office in the county. His selection for the position will meet the approval of the public in general and his friends will be pleased to learn that he has decided on some occupation that Will keep him a citizen of Rensselaer.

Carroll-White Circuit Judge Recovering From Operation.

Monticello Journal. Judge James Wason writes from Springfield, Illinois that he is making a fine recovery from his recent surgical pperation. He is now out of the hospital and at the home of the doctor, It is thought that he will be able to return to his home at Delphi yet this week.

Please bear in mind that the ladies of the M. E. church will give a market Saturday, September 16, at the Home Grocery. Cakes, pies, salads, home made bread, chickens and everything for a Sunday dinner.

SHOWS OPEN TONIGHT GOOD 1ST DAY CROWD

LITTLE DELAY IN STARTING, HOT THINGS ARE LOOKING FINE FOR BIG SHOW AND INHENSE ASSEMBLAGE. Free Attractions Good Boys’ Bind Has Been Playing All Day, and Italian Band Will Play this Afternoon and Tonight. The horse show and business men's celebration will be well on by tonight. The management of the New Exposition Shows, which were engaged by the Commercial Club to entertain visitors during the Horse Show, made strenuous efforts to have their attractions open for ‘business this afternoon but were unable to do so. All shows, concessions, free acts, and riding devices will be ready for business tonight, and Prof. Angelo’s Italian band will play for the carnival attractions. The Parker jumping-horse carry-us-all, by all odds the finest merry-go-round which has ever been brought to Rensselaer, has attracted no little attention and carries its own light plant and military band organ. The diving horses, May and June, will be the feature sensational free act and will dive at ten and four o’clock promptly every day of the Horse Show. Vontello and Nina, one of Europe’s most celebrated acrobatic teams, will appear tonight at nine o’clock promptly, In their trapeze and ring acts. “Bob,” the boxing kangaroo, will be presented In a very clevor boxing contest with Miss Myrtle Seaman, at 7:30 every evening. Among the many shows

DITCH CASE ENDS, BUT GOES UNDER ADVISEHENT.

Court Will Again Go Over Lands Before Rendering Verdict In Harble . Ditch Assessments. The Marble ditch case which has occupied the court in special session much of the time since the first of July and which has been tried hy George Marvin, of Monticello, as special judge, came to a close this Wednesday afternoon when the attorneys completed the argument and Judge Marvin stated that he would take the case under advisement, and before rendering his decision on the assessment reduction matters, jf which the suit mainly consisted, he will again go over the lands north of the river and give especial attention to the lands inside the dikes constructed by William and John Brown. While a number north of the river have fought hard to secure a reduction in their assessments, the hardest and most unrelenting fighters have teoij, W. E. Pinney, of Valparaiso, and William and John Brown, of Crown Point.

which have arrived are the big “Ten-in-One” show, displaying wonders of the. animal kingdom and freaks of all kinds. Tiny Mite, the smallest horse on earth,, and Imperial, the six-legged bull, are also among the attractions. The New Exposition show, a musical comedy show of the best class, with eight people in the cast, will present refined musical comedy and vaudeville. Kato, a real freak of the human family, in his den of reptiles, will also be placed on exhibition. The Dlxey Minstrels, a real darkey minstrel and plantation show, arrives tomorrow and will be among the feature attractions. Numerous privilege and concession tents and booths Ifne the public square and are introducing many entirely new carnival features in the concession line. The management has assured the Commercial Club that all shows are strictly moral and highclass in every particular and that the shows cater especially to ladies and children.

WEATHER FORECAST. Unsettled tonight and Thursday. Sept. 14. —Sun rises 5:41; sets 6:11.

Knights Hare a Good Meeting; District Deputy Was Preseat. District Deputy A. H. Reading, of Valparaiso, delivered an interesting talk to members of the local Pythian lodge at the hall Tuesday evening His word? of encouragement are expected to help start a Pythian revival here. ———, --.-HI.. Maine Went pry by Narrow Margin—Closest Call in 50 Tears. Maine went “dry” by a majority of only 299 votes. At first it was thought to have gone “wet,” but later returns held the state for prohibition. Sales of liquor in Maine have been pro* hiblted for more than fifty years and this was the Closest call the law has ever had. Morocco Young Lady Will Ride and Drive at Horse Shew. Miss Nellie Kennedy, of Morocco, who is said to be a young horsewoman of /dexterous ability, will ride Dave Halstead’s horse and drive his team during the horse show. She arrived today for that purpose and will be a guest at Mr. Halstead’s home in Newton township. - ■■ Settle Dr. W. W. Merrill Aecoaata. All persons knowing themselves indebted to. Dr. W. W. Merrill are expected to settle their accounts as early as possible. The books are at the office of C. J. Dean, where settlement can be made. Please give the matter immediate attention. The ladies of the Methodist church will give a market Saturday, Sept 16, at the Home Grocery. All members are requested to bring or send something. You had better leave your order at the Rhoads grocery for tomatoes to can.

YOU XT.