Evening Republican, Volume 16, Number 256, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 25 October 1912 — Page 1

No. 256.

WITHHOLDS DECISION IN RACING CASE

Judge Tulhill Intimates, However, That Case is Beyond His ■ Jurisdiction. An opinion in the case of the Mineral Springs Racing Association against Governor Marshall and others, to prevent the defendants from interfering with racing at Porter, was withheld Thursday afternoon by Judge H. B. Tuthill of the superior court at Michigan City until he could give the subject more study. His desire for time in which to formulate the opinion was made known after arguments by A. F. Knotts, of Gary, and Grant Crumpacker, of Valparaiso, attorneys for the association. It is expected that the opinion will be rendered today or Saturday. The court stated, however, that he believed the case was beyond his jurisdiction and that the militia could remain on the grounds of the association as long as it wants to, so far as the court is concerned. Knotts made a vigorous onslaught on Governor Marshall, declaring that the state, not the petitioners in this case, was afraid of the civil law and that Marshall was a violator of the law and the constitution because he had taken possession of their property without due process of.law. “They’ve quartered troops on us,” he shouted. “That is what caused Thomas Jefferson and other patriots to write the Declaration of Independence, King George quartered soldiers on us and now King Marshall quarters soldiers on us. Marshall is a breaker of the constitution. He is doing the very thing old King George did. He supercedes civil law with martial law.” He declared that if gambling laws were violated at Porter it was up to the courts to interfere, not to the governor to stop it with a military display. “If all that has been said in the metropolitan press about the race track was true; if all the betting and gambling qlleged has really been done there.” declared Attorney Crumpacker, “the governor would have no power to call out the militia. We contend that the state, through its chief executive, can only call upon the militia to quiet, suppress or prevent a tumult or a threatened tumult. “There has been no tumult in this case, neither has a tumult been threatened. There has been no mob violence. The only Intent of the law giving the governor authority to call upon the militik is to suppress mob violence. The statutes of Indiana provide for horse racing add your honor knows, as a lawyer and a judge, that this is true. “If courts act unlawfully their acts are invalid. If the legislature passes unlawful acts, the courts so declare it. Legislatures, courts or executive departments do not have the right to do as they please without process of law. We only ask the court to find whether the governor has exceeded his authority in sending troops where there was no disorder, such as is described in the statute authorizing him to call out the militia.” He declared that the company was losing 61,000 a day, and that the total loss would be $15,000 for the fifteen days during which the law permits racing. He said that the total value Of the racing plant was $125,000 and that if the association should be unable to utilize it the property would be worth not more than SIO,OOO. He asserted that the state had studiously avoided the gambling issue before the courts. The state had no representative at the hearing. Letter From Capt. Healey. A letter has been received by The Republican from Capt. Healey, but as most of its contents have already been published, only a portion of the letter is used. The letter was written at the race track Wednesday. )He says: "After a delay of the milk train, resulting in us missing connections at Hammond, we arrived here after a three-mile hike through the rain on Tuesday afternoon at 3:30. The South Bend company had arrived before noon and had stopped the first race. The troops took charge of the amphitheatre, establishing. battalion headquarters in the judge’s stand, quartered the soldiers in the rooms of "the hotel that is built in connection with the amphitheatre and left no question about the entire military authority. The race track officials were dumfounded by the arrival of the troops and at once started legal proceedings aganist the governor’s action. There were no straw ticks and consequently every one slept cold. Today the strawticks and straw was issued

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The Evening Republican.

. WEATHER FORECAST. Fair tonight; warmer Saturday.

and it seems that we should be warmer. The Jockey Club authorities have submitted with every appearance of good nature and have instructed all employees to treat us cordially and to provide for our comfort in every way. Their good feeling, however, is only skin deep, for they are grievously disappointed. There are probably 300 horses here, with 75 owners. The race program was to cover 15 days. The investment in track construction, amphitheatre, barns, etc., is said to exceed SIOO,OOO. The troops have been advised by an attorney representing the state to pay no attention to the court action, which has been brought, and if the injunction is granted by Judge Tuthill the troops will pay no attention unless the governor orders them to do so. Our troops were on guard all day and a small detail under Lieutenant Tuteur is on guard tonight A miserably cold wind has blown from Lake Michigan, two miles north, all day, and it is quite chilly. Not all the men brought overcoats and those who did are lucky. I have no idea when we may leave. Not for two or three days, unless withdrawn by the governor, which is scarcely probable. Letters to us should be mailed tc Porter and “Company M, 3rd Infantry,” should be written on the envelope along with the rl’dress. A return address should also be written in the corner. “Billy” Martin, formerly of Rensselaer, is here with a horse. He is noi a jockey, being too heavy, but exercises the horse and works around the stable. Hallie Flynn, of Chesterton, accompanied by his wife, called on us yesterday evening. There Is no sickness. All are feeling very well. Frank MoCurtain and Harvey Myres, of Parr, are cooking for all the soldiers and Quartermaster Sergeant Isaac Wiltshire is acting in the capacity of mess sergeant for the battalion. Private Guy E. Potter, of Fair Oaks, had to restrain an obnoxious fellow from entering the grounds Wednesdayafternoon, with some j.orce. He was going to come In whether or not. Potter said “not” and had the last say.”

KNEALE FARM SELLS FOR $56.25 AN ACRE

Purchasers Are Dr. A. R. Kresler, Frank Kresler and Jesse Nichols, Poor Farm Superintendent The J. H. Kneale farm of 303 acres lying one mile east and two miles south of Rensselaer, in Marion township, was sold at public auction yesterday to Dr. A R. Kresler, Frank Kresler, and Jesse Nichols, of Rensselaer, for $56.25 per acre, or-a total of $17,043.75. This is the former Prof. Michaels farm. There are two sets of improvements on the farm, one consisting of a new 9-room combination brick and frame house. wl£E basement and hot air heating system, and a 6-room house, good barn and other improvements. The purchasers will convert the farm into a stock farm. Other bidders were Prod Way mi re. Randolph Wright and Wa. Daugherty. The farm started at $46, the amt highest bid being $56.

Notice to Election laapaoSoea. The election inspectors as J# county are requested to call at county clerk’s office on Batafdsjr, Ha*. 2nd, and secure the election sagfffias for the various prsclneta. J. H. PERKINS, J. H. 8. ELLIS, E. P. HONAN. Election Commissioners. 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.' - - - - tickets in advance for the recital Monday evening from Christian church workers. , No Delivery There will be no town delivery at the Big Sale tomorrow. W. R. LEE.

Entered January 1, 18t7. Sk imobA oUm mall matter, at tha poat-eOea at Senaselaer, Indiana, under the aet of March 8. 1878.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1912.

DR. WILSON’S REMARKABLE SURGICAL FEAT!

REMOVING THE DOG'S TAIL ONE INCH AT A TIME SO AS NOT TO HURT THE DOG.

“We do not ignore the fact that the business of a country like ours la exceedingly sensitive; but we shall not on that account act with timidity as If we did not know our minds. . .. There should be an Immediate revision and It should be downward, unhesitatingly and steadily downward.”— Woodrow Wilson. “ —From American Industries.

LENNA GRANT AND JOE O'CONNOR MARRIED

Ceremony Took Place at Aurora, 111., Wednesday—To Make Home at Hammond. Miss Lenna Grant, former deputy recorder, daughter of Mrs. Mattie Grant, was married at Aurora, 111., Wednesday, to Joe O’Connor, of Hammond, son of Mr. and Mrs. J©hn O’Connor, of Kniman, ex-sherllf of Jasper county. Miss Grant went to Hanrmond Wednesday morning, where she met Mr. O’Connor and together they proceeded to Aurora, where they were united in marriage by Rev. H. O. Emerall. They returned to Hammond Thursday, where they will make their home, a house having already been prepared for their occupancy. Mr. Q’Connor is working as a conductor on a railroad running out of Hammond.

An Example of Paternalism On Part of Government.

The American Press Association and the Western Newspaper Union are great corporations doing business with all the country newspapers in the United States. Ostensibly they have been fighting each other uqtll quite recently, causing a perceptible decline in prices, much to the profit of printers. Now we are informed that Uncle Sam, that determined foe of trusts and combines, has through a federal court ruling, decided that these large concerns have been selling their goods at prices below the cost of production and has ordered them to advance their prices. It is needless tc ■av they have shown cheerful obedim to the court’s mandate. Here we ive ae example of paternalism on the •ft of the government that proposes • destroy all competition rather than (near it, as is generally supposed. We arc inclined to think Uncle Sam is hetag played as a dummy in this case. —Motion News. A rare treat was enjoyed by the large audience which filled the German House Auditorium when Mr. Wm. H. Wilkison sang “Oh Dry Those Tears,” by Teresa del Riego, accompanied with piano and violin obligato. He possesses two opposite qualities not often found in singer, Pathos and Dramatic Power.—lndianapolis News. At Christian church, Monday evening, October 28.

Don’t fail to hear Wilkison and Thayer. At the Christian church Monday night, Oct 28th. Our Saturday Effort to Please Fancy Michigan Celery, 3 stalks for 10c Virginia Sweet Potatoes, lb ,3c Hubbard Squashes, each 5,10 c and 15c Golden Pie Pumpkin, large size. .10c Solid Home Grown Cabbage, 1b.... 2c Fancy Leaf Lettuce, lb 20c Cranberries, 3 quarts for 25c White and Red Grapes, lb 10c New York Grapes, basket ......25c Good Cooking Apples, peck .... 25c Velencia Oranges, doz. ..40c Lemons, fancy, doz 35c Bananas, doz 15c Breakfast Bacon, lb. .22c Smoked Pork Loins, lb. 20c Liberty Lantern 90c A full line of Staple and Fancy Groceries. Home Grocery foMfr ' Phone 41

MEDICAL SOCIETY TAKES OVER HOSPITAL

Physicians and Surrounding Towns Decide to Make the Hospital General and Incorporate It. At a meeting of the physicians last night it was decided to let the Medical Society assume responsibility for the hospital at Rensselaer and than make it a institution for Jasper and surrounding counties, and sell stock at a rather small figure to laymen and physicians alike. TElie society realized that a hospital would he of great benefit if it could he mamtained by the people in general,

Two Good Reasons Why you should buy your new Winter Suit and Overcoat from Traub & Selig: 1. You are sure of a perfect fit; the latest style; the best quality of fabric and perfect tailoring. * 2. Our prices are by far the lowest. Our stock is the largest, newest, and best in Rensselaer. Rot only in clothing, but in everything that is worn by men, boys, and children. ALL-WOOL HAND-TAILORED COC SUITS AND OVERCOATS - - ID Special Values at Fifteen Dollars. We are making nfew friends daily. There’s a reason, too. Come and find out for yourself just what we’re doing. TRAUB & SELIG "The New Yetk Store” ...

Bargain Week Rowles & Parker’s Grocery Department PHONE 95 Acme Flour $1.35 White Star Flour $1.30 17 lbs. H. & E. Granulated Sugar SI.OO 1 tall can nice Salmon 10c 3 packages Kellog’s Com Flakes 25c 4 cans good Canned Com 25c 1 qt. Mason Jar Breakfast Cocoa .............25e 4 cans Pumpkin, Hominy or Kidney Beans 25e 1 lb. can Royal Baking Powder .40e 2 lb. can best Richelieu Coffee .......... . .75c Millar & Hart’s Bacon, per lb 18c and 22c 1 regular 25c pkg. Snow Boy Washing Powder.. .15c 3 pkgs. Seeded Raisins or Currants 25c A FULL LINE OF RICHLIEU COFFEES AND CANNED GOODS. PROMPT ATTENTION TO ALL DELIVERY ORDERS. PHONE 95. Rowles & Parker

rather than by physicians alone, so ~ those for whom the hospital is main-; tained would share in tbe responsibility as well as the benefit. In this manner it Is hoped to have the instltution first class, run in an economical way, be patronized by all physicians and thus placed on an equal footI ing of privilege, and controlled by a j hoard of directors who will be finally selected by the stockholders. In order to incorporate, the society selected five directors, one from Remington, i

one from Francesville and three from Rensselaer. These directors organ* lzed by electing a president, secretary and treasurer. The directors will proceed to incorporate and assume control in a short time. In the meantime, at least in a very few days, the situation will be presented to the public in a clear and tanglible form and it will become the public’s hospital, Pres, and Sec’y. Jasper Society, ,

A Classified Adv. will rent it.

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