Evening Republican, Volume 16, Number 204, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 26 August 1912 — Page 1

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Che Gayeiy flirdome , . BEN F. BARNES, Manager Jack Dempsey Co, # , . In Ventriloquism The youngest ventriloquist before the public today. Don’t Fail to See and Hear Him. “THE RUNAWAYS”—After the honeymoen, the first quarrel. “THE GRANDMOTHER”—The young widow writes a letter of appeal to her grandmother. “AN INDIAN IDYL”—A very fine Indian story.

LOCAL HAPPENINGS. - - - ---- - ■■■ s ~- : A. P. Long made a business trip to Lafayette Saturday. ' Baled hay, “baled straw for sale by Hamilton ft Kellner. See our'new fall styles in footwear. ROWLES ft PARKER. “A Pair of Country Kids,” at the -Ellis Theatre, Friday, August 30. Silks worth 49c, 65c and 75c, this week only 39c at Rowles & Parker’s. Mrs. E. H. Michael, of Union City, Is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Ernest Lamson. Mrs. Elizabeth Dolson, of East Chicago, visited Mr. and Mrs. A. Halleck over Sunday. We are now having plenty of homegrown watermelons and cantaloupes. JOHN EGER. * The Unique Club of the Pythian Sisters will meet with Mrs. W. A. Davenport Thursday afternoon. We sell the J. I. Case, Oliver and Goodenough sulky and gang plows. HAMILTON & KELLNER. If you want to see the latest rural play and the best of all, go to the Ellis Theatre, Friday, August 30. / Mr. aq£ Mrs. Gasper, of Westfield, Ind., have been visiting their daughter, Mrs. Alva Simpson, for the past week. Misses Mayme and Gertrude Hogan, of Indianapolis, came yesterday for a week’s visit with Mrs. Elizabeth ' Luets.; . Abe Hardy, who has been at Rogers, Arkansas, for some time, arrived here yesterday for a visit with relatives and friends.

Marie Kepner returned yesterday from Keokuk, lowa, where she has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Tom Manley since July sth. Mrs. Charles Mann and little daughter came yesterday from Cincinnati for a few days’ visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. McFarland. We have a large line of childrens’ school dresses at special prices this week. L ROWILES & PARKER. The rural comedy drama “A Pair of Country Kids,” with a 'first class company, will be at the Ellis Theatre, Friday, August 30, for qhe night only. Mr. and Mrs. R. Halligan and family returned to their home in Ottawa, 111., Saturday after a two weeks’ visit with hiß brothers, Joe and Jim Halligan, of north of town. If you are looking for aljout two hours and a half of good wholesome fun, go and see “A Pair of Country Kids,” at the Ellis Theatre, Friday, August 30. Dean Merica returned Saturday from St. Elmo, 111., where he has been taking treatment for rheumatism for the past week. He is feeling much better now and has gained five pounds in weight

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Seats will be on sale for “A Pair of Country Kids,” at the Ellis Theatre, Friday, August 30. Why pay 15c or 16c for lard when you can buy pule country or city lard from us at 12%c. JOHN EGER. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Rhoades, who have been visiting bis father, Marsh Rhoades, and other relatives and friends here since Saturday, returned today to their home in Blue Island, Mr. Hansen is an expert in the matter of gaining beautiful and effective tone qualities.—lndianapolis News. At the Presbyterian church, Friday evening, August 30. Tickets on sale at Long’s drug store. J. D. Allman and family have been visiting friends and relatives in Lafayette and Remington for the past week. They will depart for their new home in Ashland, Oregon, Wednesday evening on the Hoosier Limited. Old wheat flour makes more and better bread than new wheat flour. We are handling nothing but old wheat , flour, which guarantees you perfect satisfaction. - JOHN EGER. iMrs. Kenton Parkison, accompanied by her husband and her father, Abe Hardy, went to Chicago today to enter St. Lukes hospital, where she will undergo an operation tomorrow. She has been in poor health for some time. E. L. Clark and little granddaughter, Ruth Clark, returned Saturday from Hammond, where they had been visiting his daughter, Mrs. Jpmes Mead, for the past week. His granddaughter, Genevieve Mead, returned with them for a visit Are the boys ready for school? If not we can fit them out in kpickerbockers, blouses and shoes. Our prices are always the lowest prices. ROWLES & PARKER. » John Holsema, who has been the foreman at the Frye cement tile works, will move to Peru this week or next to take a similar position in a big cement works there, where tile, building blocks,, cement posts and ornamental cement work is turned out. The R-C-H cars are equipped with demountable rims and an extra rim is furnished without extra charge with each car. This makes it possible for a lady to take a tour alone with pleasure, as she does not have to worry over the prospect of a blown' out tire. Word was received here yesterday from Kingman, Kansas, from R. A. Parkison and family, who went there several weeks ago with their daughter, Ruth, in hopes.of improving her health. Miss Ruth seemß to be getting along excellently *now and is feeling much- better than when she left here. She has gained three pounds in weigh tIf you are not already using our White Star flour, we want you to try a sack. This flour wins favor with every housewife, only $1.35 a sack. Just received anothe'r car. ROWLES ft PARKER.

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Father of Alleged Forger Seeks Clew in Tain —Hopes to Find and Save Son. Indianapolis Star. John Hodson, of Hartford City, Ind., father of Orville Hodson, the 19-year-old alleged forger, who has been playing hide and seek with the Indianapolis detectives since he is said to have obtained nearly $6,000 from banks at Frankfort and Hartford City, and attempted to pass a bogus check for $7,000 on the National City Bank here, was unsuccessful yesterday in his search for a girl, who, he says, is Miss Anna Mann, a telephons operator, with whom he said his son corresponded. Mr. Hodson, accompanied by Sheriff Charles Townsend, of Hartford City, hoped, by finding trace of the young woman, to get some trpce of the son. They said they did not know" where she lived and that the information they had she was employed £y a telephone company. No Anna Mann is employed at either of the local telephone offices, according to inform'ation obtained last night, and the name does not appear in the city directory. . It is the opinion Pf Mr. Hodson that his son left the city the day he attempted to pass the check ori the local bank. The father and the sheriff first went to the rooming house on North Illinois street, where young Hodson roomed with Clyde Furry when he attended school here, but they found that Furry is not In the city. Detectives say Furry, has been in Ohio for. several months. “I do not know much about the young woman, whose name I have learned is Anna Mann,” said Mr. Hodson. “Orville, I believe, got acquainted with her while he was attending school in Indianapolis. I am anxious to find Orville, because I believe these financial difficulties could be fixed up and he could make, a* man of himself. “I have got a farm near Hartford City. It is not very large, hut what there it is good and Orville had everything that he could wish for. I do not see what could have prompted him to have acted in this manner. "I anr-on his bond in Hartford City for $2,000 for his appearance in the circuit court on October 14th.” Mr. Hodson reviewed the actions of his son, but was unable to give the detectives any clew which would lead to apprehending young Hodson. He said It was not the bond he was worrying about, but he wanted his son captured so that something might be done for him. -The detectives are handicapped in their search for yodng Hodson because few of them know him by sight. They say they believe he has left Indianapolis.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, MONDAY AUGUST 26, 1912.

FAILS TO FIND GIRL HODSON KNEW HERE,

Fire Does Damage at Residence of F. W. Rutherford.

A fire alarm was this Monday morning about 9:30 o’clock, but before the fire company were ready to make the run, a signal was given that the fire was out. The trouble originated with a gasoline stove at the F. W. Rutherford residence, on College avenue. Mrs. Rutherford, - who had been ironing, had turned out the blaze in the burner and was filling the tank with gasoline. As near as Mrs. Rutherford can tell, the gasoline leaped down on the hot burner while she was in the act of filling the tank, causing an ignition and a great flash of fire. She rushed from the kitchen but was unable to reach the telephone. Carpenters and men employed at the Watts de Peyster school, across the street, rushed over and in a few minutes succeeded in conquering the blaze. The window curtains and linoleum were burned, a kitchen cabinet and other articles of furniture were damaged considerably, and the wall paper was also smoked and scorched. It is understood that the furniture was not insured.

Edward Honan, Jr., Traveler, Returns Home on Motorcycle.

Edward Honan, Jr., who has been on a haphazard tour throughout the country for the past few weeks, returned- here yesterday on a twin-cyl-inder Indian motorcycle, which is the gift of his parents, Attorney and Mrs. E. P. Honan. The machine was purchased in St Louis, from where Edward started overland Thursday. Ed was blackened by the sun and besmeared with grime by the long trip. On account of many falls, his trousers consisted mostly of a collection of holes, held together by an occasional thread, but he learned how to ride and “it beats bumming by a good way."

RENSSELAER MAN NOW HEADS CHICAGO FIRM.

B. S. Fendig Assumes Management of Carl Deeker & Co. Prodnee Merchants on Death of President. B. S. Fendig, for many years, proprietor of the poultry and produce house here, is making rapid strides in a business way in Chicago. Several months ago he associated himself with the Carl Decker Produce company, of that place, and now, on the death of Mr. Decker, head of the Arm, Mr. Fendig has been put in full charge of the business. The following article, taken from the Chicago Commercial Chronicle, speaks well of Mr. Fendig’s ability: WhJi the death of Carl Decker has removed a well known and highly respected Chicago business man from scenes of activity, it is announced that his demise will mean no inter--fj. ’ ■ , ruption to the large and prosperous concern which was developed under his leadership and of which he was the executive head. The firm .of Carl Decker ft Company, general commission merchants, 706 West Randolph street and 156 North Union street, will continue operations without change of name, under the experienced and efficient management of B. S. Fendig, who has long been associated with the establishment and who had entire charge of the business during Mr. Decker’s fatal illness. Mr. Fendig has a wide acquaintance with the trade and enjoys the confidence of all who have had dealings with the house. He will adhere to the policy which has made the concern so successful in the past, and assures patrons of the same reliable and efficient service. Chicago, the great central market, is pre-eminently the great food products market, and the commission merchants deserve much credit for their part in expanding the trade along legitimate and permanent lines. The healthy Influence of reliable and straightforward houses like Carl Decker ft Company cannot be overestimated. This firm has always stood for square dealing and honorable methods and it is gratifying to know that the business Is to go on under the old firm name, which is a valuable asset y The city's great food centers are the Board of Trade, South Water street and the Haymarket Square; in all of these centers immense volumes of trade are handled each year. While Chicago’s produce merchants now largely purchase food products outright and sell Jfor their own account many standard lines, still the fact remains that the city’s commission trade is the largest of its kind in the United Sates.

“A Pair of Country Kids.”

Each year new plays are presented to the theatre-going public and the percentage of successes are few and the wise manager who can pick a winner these strenuous days of hustling is to be congratulated. Manager Ellis Is to be congratulated ~in the success of “The Country Kids” for it ranks among last season’s biggest successes. The play is really one of the best of its class and has proven just what the public wants —lots of fun, elegant scenery, a pleasing story and enough sensation to give it real life and color. One of the principal factors of the success has been the superb company selected to give it the naturalness and life-like portrayal of plays of this class. Actors who look and can act the parts assigned them and no caricatures, but the real rural folks we see on the farm. “A Pair of Country Kids” will appear at the Ellis Theatre, Friday, August 30.

Elizur Sage and Family Hosts To Many Friends and Neighbors.

Elizur Sage and family were hosts yesterday afternoon at their beautiful farm home, west of town, to about 75 of their friends and neighbors. All ports of refreshments were served throughout the afternoon. The afternoon was spent in general hilarity and good feeling. A croquet game, in which Swaney Makeever showed symptoms of being victor, was interfered with by the rain, the most popular and entertaining feature of the day was the piano playing by Lonzo Healy, who was especially hired for the occasion. His music was very sprightly and left no chance for a lagging spirit ~ Ladies $2.00, $2.45 and $2.95 shirt waists this week only $1.09 at Rowles ft Parker’s. ' ■■ ' ... -) - Special reductions on ladies' short waists this week -at Rowles ft Parker’s. ■ * , ,

*■ ■ . Melon Season Home-Grown Melons Are Now On i: f~T “ and we have arranged for the handling of some of the Finest in this section. . The season having been good, melons are of the best quality and prices low. • <► Don’t be without melons. Telephone us daily for < j fresh ones. ! I <. - <» Home Grocery j| The High-Class Orsssry

Popular Young Couple Married. Early This Monday Morning.

One of the prettiest weddings of the midsummer season was celebrated this Monday morning at the home of Mrs. Emma York, on Milrdy avenue. The bride, Miss Myrtle York, is the only daughter, and the bridegroom, Raymond Parks, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Parks, of this city. The ceremony was performed at 7 o’clock by Rev. W. G. Winn, pastor of the First Christian chnrch. The front parlor, used as the ceremony room, was charmingly decorated with dahlias and brides roses. The bride and groom were unattended and at 7 o’clock proceeded to the alcove in the front parlor, where the ceremony was performed. The bride wore a charming but simple gown of white messallne, trimmed In shadow lace. The ceremony was followed by an informal breakfast. Only near relatives and a few close friends of the bride and groom were invited. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Parks and son, Lloyd; Mrs. York and three sons, Mr. and Mrs. Firman Thompson, Misses Lois Thompson, Madie Drake, Blanche Babcock, Miss Flora Jamison, of Battle Ground, a cousin of the bride, Livingston Ross, Walter Seegrlst, of Tefft, and Ross Porter. The young couple gave many of their young friends a surprise, os they had previously given out the impression that they would be married in the afternoon. The bride and groom are very popular with a large circle of friends here who wish them much happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Parks left immediately after the ceremony for Kankakee and other Illinois cities. They will return in a few days and occupy a house the groom has prepared. President Taft Friday sent to the senate \he nomination of Major Beecher B. Ray, U. S. A., to he deputy paymaster general, with the rank of lieutenant colonel. Major Ray’s alleged political activity In 1908 and other of his acts while in the army have been the subject of a congressional investigation. Major Ray is in direct line for promotion under the law.

Another Calamity! Yes* he’s dead; but he left no life insurance. I understand he was somewhat involved, and left quite a family. Do you want your widow to live as well as your wife ? * Shall your children be dependent on charity, or shall they be educated apd grow up as you now desire ? Have you made ample provision for your own future ? ; fiS There is a way to provide against all such contingencies. The Northwestern Mutual will step inlwith a check when you have cashed in yours . Life insurance companies in the United States and Canada paid $592,640,000 in 1911 m death claims and dividends. Are you amply insured ? Your rate will never be cheaper than now. Call or write for a proposition of the foremost policy contract in America. Reisselaer, laditu. C. ARTHUR TUTEUR, Ageit

Tke ELLIS THEATRE FDIDAY, Aug. 30 ONE NIGHT ONLY . . The Show that Never Grows Old—the Famous “H par #f Country Rids” A Comedy Drama ia Fear Acts Special Sceaery Singing and Dancing Specialties A Big Fan Night with Yoar Old Friends HI and TRIXIE POPULAR PRICES 25c, 35c, and 50e

WEATHER FORECAST. Thunder showers this afternoon; fair and cooler tonight and Tuesday.

Auto prices to Fountain Park. I will make dally trips to Fountain Park daring the meeting of the. assembly for $1 for the round trip, four persons to a load. Phone orders to No. 80. TONE KANNE. The headquarters committee of the Wisconsin Anti-Salopn league protested against the coming of Governor Thomas R. Marshall, of Indiana, because of his stand on temperance legislation in this state. You can secure Mica Special Roofing from any dealer in Jasper or Newton counties. If your dealer does not have it in stock, call me up and I will supply you direct. Prices the same everywhere. HIRAM DAT.

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