Evening Republican, Volume 16, Number 256, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 25 October 1912 — Page 4

CLASSIFIED COLUMN MATES FOB CLASSIFIED ASS. Three lines or less, per week of six Issues of The Evening Republican and two of The Semi-Weekly Republican, .36 cents. Additional space pro rata.^ FOB SALE, Far Sale About 30 shoats, weighing from 40 to 65 pounds. Mrs. M. E. Drake, Phone 423. Fer Sale —A large hard coal burner. This stove is in perfect condition, and Is a rare bargain at the price asked, flO. Can be seen at the former Mrs. Corliss home. For Sale—4o acres timber land; about 15 acres under cultivation; balance fine timber; 4 miles west of town. Want to sell immediately. Mrs. R. Wright Fer Sale—Dark Cornish chickens, a few cockerels and pullets, for want of room, $1 each. John Webber, Phone 328. For Sale —2*4 H. P. Square Deal engine, in good condition. O. H. McKay. For Sale —Good canning pears. H. H. Carr, River street, Phone 427. For Sale —100 cords of 4-foot wood; $1.75 per cord on ground. Inquire of B. D. McColly or at Republican office. For seven-room house, good well, cistern, cellar, city water connections, drains and walks all in, fruit of all kinds, two lots, centrally located on good paved street Here is a bargain, $1,250. Inquire of Chas. J. Dean & Son, Real Estate Agents. Rensselaer, Ind. For Sale —To settle an estate, a good well improved, 150-acre farm, 2% miles from Rensselaer; 120 acres in cultivation, 30 acres pasture; two orchards, 6-room house, fair barn, double cribs and granary. This is a good farm at a reasonable price. For sale by C. J. Dean & Son, Rensselaer, Ind. WASTED. Wanted —Any lady can make $40.00 or more per month at home in spare time. Booklet telling all about how it may be done sent for ten cents in silver. Bank Depositors’ Protection Association, Saratoga Springs, N. Y. Wanted—soo automobile and buggy tops to refill and dress with my asphalt top paint. IWe will do this kind of work for the next two weeks only. A. g, Kirk. Wanted —Job at blacking and putting up stoves. Phone 546, E, C. Maxwell, 1 Wanted—To buy a small residence property in town. Give location and lowest cash price. Address Post Office Box 764. Wanted —Men for building wooden freight cars. Those handy with ordinary tools can soon learn. Also common laborers, Gar Wtrks, Michigan City, Ind. ■■ —— '■ ■' W. H. DEXTEB. - 1 —■ W. H. Dexter will pay 30 cents for butterfat this week, FOB BENT. For Bent—Two farms. T. W. Grant PABB CREAMERY. Wilson & Gilmore, at Parr will pay 30 cents for butterfat this week. LOST. Lost^—Automobile mud apron. Return to Tom Callahan. FARMS FOB SALE. $2,500 livery stock for farm. 160 acres, finely improved, near courthouse, at a bargain. Terms $5,000 down. 225 acres, in Washington county, Ind., nine miles north of Salem. This farm has 150 acres of bottom land, has house, good barn, 4 acres of peach orchard, is on R. F. D., and township high school 80 rods from farm. Will trade for property or farm near here. Large brick mill and elevator in Converse, Miami county, Ind., in firstclass condition, doing a good business. Will trade this plant clear for farm land or good property. 95 acres, large house, mostly cultivated, near head of dredge ditch, half mile to school and near station. Only $32.50 per acre. Terms SSOO down. 35 acres on main road, all good sojl, has good small house, new barn, and in good neighborhood. Price SSO; terms SSOO down. 80 acres, good house and outbuildings, all black land, all cultivated, large ditch through farm, lies near station and school, gravel road, and in good neighborhood. Price $65, terms SSOO down. 40 acres, all cultivated, all black land, near school and station. There is a fair four-room house, outbuildings and orchard. A bargain at SSO. Terms S4OO down. 80 acres on main road, R. F. D., in good neighborhood, has fair house, good barn and outbuildings, orchard house, cement walk and all nice smooth, black land. 21 acres, five blocks from courtand good well. There are 45 acres in cultivation, 15 acres timber and 20 acres in grass. This is good heavy soil. Price $45. Terms SSOO down. GEORGE F. MEYERS, Rensselaer, Indiana Lyceum Course Dates. Dec. 3.—Sylvester A Long. (Delivered commencement address in Rensselaer two years.) Jan. 3L—Machines Neilson. March 10. —Sarah Mildred Wiilmer. April 14.—The Bohannans. Sick headache is caused by a disordered stomach. Take Chamberlain's Tablets and correct that and the headaches will disappear. For sale by all dealers. c

Home Course In Road Making

V. —Basic Principles of Road Administration.

By LOGAN WALLER PAGE,

Director Office of Public Rpads, United States Department of Agriculture. Copyright by American Press Association, 1912.

THE roads of the United States are worse than the roads of any other civilized country on the face of the globe, and our systems of road administration are for the most part extravagantly wasteful and totally inefficient and inadequate. Until within the past few years the policy of extreme localization prevail-

THIS ROAD WAS LOCATED AND CONSTRUCTED BY A COMPETENT HIGHWAY ENGINEER.

ed in all the states in the administration of the public roads, and today this policy prevails in a great majority of the states. It places upon the county and iri most cases upon the road districts or townships the entire burden of constructing and maintaining roads and leaves to it the initiative as well as the final determination as to the policy which shall be pursued in carrying on the work. Our road laws for the most part do not contemplate the necessity for skilled supervision in road work; hence most of the work is done under the direction of men who have no knowledge of road building and who have only a passing interest in it. This is a situation which is truly amazing, for skilled supervision is demanded in practically every line of work. To the trained road builder it is evident that no more prolific source of waste can be found than in unskilled supervision. There are, including county and township officials, at least a hundred thousand road officials in the United States, each exercising a practically independent authority. Can we expect efficiency in an army in which all are officers and none is the rank and file? In nearly every public or private enterprise some measure of skill is required of the men who are expected to carry on the work. When a building is to be erected a number of men, each skilled in his own craft, are employed. One does not find that this man is employed because be needs the money and that one because he is a good fellow and the other because he has political influence, but because he is a skilled carpenter, competent bricklayer, a trained and capable painter, etc., throughout the entire transaction. The civil service of the United States Is made up of people selected after examination. Our public schools are charge of teachers who have been awarded certificates after proper preliminary training and examination. Is it not surprising, therefore, that we are willing to intrust the expenditure of sl4-0,000,000 annually in the building and care of our public roads, so essential to our welfare and even our happiness to 100.000 men, most of whom are selected without any regard whatever for their technical and practical experience ? • In order to have skilled supervision the technical training and experience of the highway engineer are necessary. There is a popular idea prevailing In some sections that engineers are not essential to road improvement. This, however, is a very' erroneous idea. Am engineer, by reason of his technical knowledge, can secure the easiest grade for a roadway consistent with the traffic for which it is designed. By determining the drainage areas he is able to compute the proper size for culverts, he is able to design the bridges to suit the needs of traffic, to estimate the quantities and cost of materials, select proper road building materials and prepare plans and estimates. Furthermore, he stands between the community end the contractor and is able to give impartial Justice to both. There is one element In American

md administration which Is universally conceded io'Lhj the very acme of inefficiency—namely, statute labor and the workiue: out of property taxes. Men who work out their ta± do it grudgingly because they think they are being imposed upon. They do it poorly because it is a work which they know but little about. They render the least possible amount of sel*vice because it seems to be the general understanding that the object of the statute laborer should be to shirk work rather than to perform it. There Is scarcely any attempt at discipline, and it is obvious that dWMpline with such an assemblage of workmen would be impossible. ’ _ Many of the states provide for working out the property road tax, ants this has grown to be an even greater source of weakness than statute labor, for in 1904 abont $26,500,000 of the property tax was paid in labor, or. in other words, was practically wasted. Opposition on the part of ultra conservatives to the general improvement of the public roads is frequently based on the belief that the advocates of road improvement contemplate surfacing with hard material the entire 2,000.000 miles of earth road in the United States. They point to the fact that to macadamize 2,000,000 miles at $5,000 per mile would cost $10,000,000,000. That this is a mistaken view of the subject can be easily demonstrated. When all the roads of the country are classified according to traffic requirements it will result in the elimination of many thousands of miles of totally unnecessary road and of many more thousands of miles by relocation, straightening of curves and various other expedients. Careful investigations have been carried on in various parts of the country which prove that about 20 per cent of the roads accommodate about 90 per cent of the traffic, so that if the roads are to be improved in such a way as to do the greatest good to the greatest number it will be necessary to improve only about one-fifth of the total mileage with stone and other hard materials, leaving the rest to be taken care of as earth roads. The whole subject of road improvement in the United States is now passing through a transitory stage. We are striving not only to meet the new conditions of traffic with new forms of construction, but our various state legislatures are actively engaged in endeavoring to meet the demand for road improvement by the enactment of suitable legislation and by the appropriation of the necessary funds. We have tried many expedients In the administration of our public roads, among them the toll road system, which involves private control over a public utility. This is manifestly unsound in a public enterprise, and it is a source of gratification that the toll road system has been largely abandoned. Even in the states which have followed a progressive policy during the last few years most of the roads are still under local control. Year by year we have been frittering away our millions maintaining the roads in their primitive condition until the yearly tribute of road taxes in the United States now amounts to over $140,000,000 and our petty road officials have grown to an army more than 100,000 strong. The incompetence of a large number of officials is more difficult to remedy than the incompetence of a single official. It is manifestly impossible for a district or township with limited revenues to secure the assistance, advice and supervision of a high grade engineer, whereas in a centralized system the cost is so widely distributed as to impose but a slight burden oh

THIS ROAD WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE STATUTE LABOR SYSTEM.

each of the smaller units. In the purchase of supplies and equipment a large saving can be effected by centralization, while in the reduction of personnel and in standardization of methods and equipment still greater economy results. It cannot fail to impress every thinking man that a system of extreme localization will mean an entirely unnecessary multitude of •officials and irregular and ill directed road improvement It is apparent that the smallest unit for effective control in the administration of road affairs is the state, although excellent results have been obtained under county systems where all the roads are placed under the jurisdiction of a competent and skilled highway engineer or superintendent. Oiir highway departments, both county and state, should be entirely free and away from political influences. All road work should be placed in the bands of trained and experienced road builders, and all road taxes should be paid in cash. Road officials and caretakers should have sufficient compensation to justify them in devoting their entire time and attention to the work. Under such a system properly administered it will be possible to secure a dollar's worth of work for every dollar expended, which is certainly not the case at the present time, except where tbis plan bas tiready been adopted.

EDISON MARSHALL HAS THUMB BLOWN OFF

Son of G. E. Marshall Meets With Bad Accident "While Hunting in Desert. Edison Marshall, of Medford, Oregon, met with a bad accident October 12th, resulting in the loss of a thumb and other injuries. Edison, who is the youngest non of G. E. Marshall, former editor of The Republican, moved with his parents to Oregon in 1908, and was better known here by the name of “Tess.” The Republican Is in receipt of the Medford Sun, which gives the following account of the accident: “Edison Marshall, aged 18 years, a high school senior, was injured by the accidental discharge of a gun Saturday afternoon while hunting ducks on the desert near Agate. The left thumb was blown off by the explosion of the shell and stray shots lodged in his face and ear. Had the gun laid an inch the other way instantaneous death would have # been the portion oi the young man, and his escape is considered miraculous. Marshall was accompanied by Noel Lindley, who rushed him in an automobile to the Sacred Heart hospital. The real cause of the accident is unknown, but it is thought the shell exploded when young Marshall dropped the gun on the ground while adjusting the sights. The shock is supposed to have exploded the shell, blowing off the thumb, with the stray shots striking in the ear and face. Had the young man received the full barrel in his face, he would have met Instant death. >\ After the accident Marshall was rushed to this .city in the automobile which he used on the trip and taken to Sacred Heart hospital, where the wounds were dressed. Last night Marshall was resting easier and reported to be in no immediate danger. Marshall, is well known among the high school workers.”

A Remarkable Range Mo one beard before of a range with to many advantages for anything like tbis price. The hot blast combustion which saves the wasting gases in the fuel, thus making one bod of coal do the work of two In other ranges, is only one of more than a dozen points of superiority which Cole’s Hot Blast Range the modern, up-to-date range, bas over all others. \ (B-61) WARNER BEOS.’ HARDWARE Mrs. Carrie Short went to Monon today. Harry Kurrie came down from Chicago this afternoon. Pipe Organ recital at Christian church Monday evening, Oct. 28th. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Lew Robinson, east of town, this morning. Price of tickets for recital Monday night 35 cents for adults; children under 14 years, 25 cents. John and Jerry Healy and Don Beam went to Lowell this morning to assist the band at a political meeting at Hobart this afternoon and Lowell tonight. Perry Gwin has ordered his paper changed from El Paso, Texas, to Parral, Chili, Mex., where he is the agent and manager for the Waters Pierce Oil Co. T. F. Dunlap, who is to have a public sale at his farm near Surrey on Thursday of next week, is intending to move to Elwood. Mrs. Dunlap is already there and he will follow after the sale. He has rented his farm to Estel Price. Mrs. B. F. Grant returned home today after spending the past month in the west She was called to Kansas by the death of her sister, Mrs. Mark Yeoman. She also visited the family of E. G. Warren, at Lawton, and J. F. W'arren at Oklahoma City. Mr. Don Russel Thayer gave a splendid programme last night. The “Overture to William Tell” on the large pipe organ was especially effective and much appreciated.—Nashville Banner. At Christian church, Monday evening, Oct. 28. The Michigan City News, in its race track news, says: “Where the barber shop was, Surgeon Chappel opened hospital quarters at noon, and a Rensselaer man was at once put to bed. There are four cots in the hospital ward.” No news of any sickness among Company M has been received here. Under a full size cut in this morning’s Indianapolis Star, of our John Morgan, is told the following legend: “Backbone, live wire and last but not least, “star” of the team, Pete Morgan, the player with the “bad” shoulder, the bad, “bad” luck, etc., will be in the game for Butler against Earlham tomorrow.” The heading was “Hard Luck Star, Packed as Real Star in Earlham Game.” County Clerk Perkins was at Indianapolis Wednesday making arrangements to get the election supplies for Jasper county. The ballots will be shipped to him by express. The printing of the ballots for the state, numbering 1,230,000, was completed yesterday. All will ’be distributed except 40,000 to be held in the guarded vaults of the secretary of state for use in an emergency. The county ballots are being printed at The Republican office and will be ready for distribution to the election inspectors on Saturday, November 2nd. 6,680 ballots will be printed for Jasper county. CASTOR IA For infant* and Children. flu Kind Ym Have Always Bought

These Are Our Regular Prices and not Specials. It will pay you to cut them out, to keep and compare with the Special prices othes make. All our goods guaranteed to give satisfaction or money returned.—JOHN EGER. :i 1 |lb. can Pink Salmon 10c 3 m can Standard Tomatoes 10c 1 lb, can Stewed Tomatoes, for soup 5c 3 lb. can fancy yellow table Apricots, in syrup 15c 3 lb. can fancy yellow, table Peaches, in syrup .. 15c 4 cans standard Com 25c 4 cans Red Kidney Beans 25c 4 cans baked Beans, in tomato sauce 25c 4 cans Sanr Kraut 25c 4 cans Pumpkin ... 25c 4 cans Hominy 25c 1 pint bottle Pure Tomato Ketchup 10c Large, fat breakfast Mackerel, each 8c Large Lake Fish, per pound 6c 1 lb. package Seeded Raisins 8c 1 lb. 4 crown, loose, Muscatel Raisins 8c Bulk Coffee, pound 22c, 25c and 28c Dry Salt Bacon, per pound .12 l-2c Pickled Pork, per pound .. 12 l-2c and 15c Fancy lean Breakfast bacon, per pound 20c Our fancy, pure Butterine, per pound 20c Yeast Foam, per package 3c “Lords Best Flour,” every sack guaranteed . .$1.30 “Aristos,” the perfect flour \ . .$1.35 Phone 54

“The Quality Store” Phone 202 » y All this week we will give 4 pounds Granulated or “A” Sugar with every two-dollar cash order. Rowen Sp Kiser, phone 202

The Ellis Theatre. Guaranteed Attraction. ■ ■■■■■»■— ■ I ■ JM !■ I M ALL THIS WEEK MATINEE SATURDAY. E. TOMLINSON And His Own Company. TO-NIGHT “Wedded, But No Wife” PRICES: 10, 20 and 30c Seats Now on gale at Jessen’s Jewelry Store. Cash E. Tomlinson.

True Woodworth was able to get down town this afternoon after his siege of sickness. He shows the effects of his illness, but is showing improvement each day. In spite of the fact that the royalty on the play, “The Game of Life,” caused the prices to be raised, a fine audience witnessed the production, at the opera house last night, and every one pronounced it great. Much opportunity was given in the play for the display of the dramatic talent, and too much praise cannot be given the several members of the cast. Especialy deserving in their parts were Mr. Tomlinson as the gambler politician, and Kathleen Hall, as the renegade wife. The prices are reduced for tonight’s bill, a comedy, “Wedded but no Wife.” No sooner had Prof. Hansen touched the keys. of the big organ than all judges of music and musical instruments knew that he was master of the situation.-— Vandalia, 111. Union. Musical Friday evening, Presbyterian church, Oct. 25th. Admission 25 cents. We have taken the agency for Remington typewriter supplies and If you want the best typewriter ribbon made 'nil at The Republican office or phone your wants. Ribbons for all makes o' machines.

LOCAL MARKETS.

New Corn—42. Wheat—7s. New Oats—2B. Rye—6o. Eggs—26. Butter—27. Ducks. White—B. Indiana Runners —6. Roosters —5. Geese—6. Chickens—lo. Springs—lo. - (Turkey*—ls.

Team of Horses at Auction. On Saturday, Oct 26, at 2 o’clock p. m., I will sell a team of general purpose horses at public auction on the street near the court house. LB. MARION. Fred Phillips, Auctioneer. N - - Mr. Hansen is truly a master of the organ and his work was a revelation in the possibilities of that difficult instrument, the pipe organ.—Matoon, IIL Morning Star. Recital at the Presbyterian church, Friday evening, Oct. 25th, 8 p. m. sharp. Admission only 25 cents. A Classified Adv. will sell it