Evening Republican, Volume 16, Number 271, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 November 1912 — Page 1

No. 271.

BANNER SCHOOLS IN ATTENDANCE

Miss Zelda Daugherty, of Unlon' ls First and Miss Jennie Eib, of Barkley, is Second. Superintendent Lamson has just finished tabulating the record of the first month’s attendance in the rural schools. This report shows the enrollment to be 1,844, as against 1,834 last year. The percent of attendance for, the county-is 95.8, as against 96.1 last year for the same month. The banner school of tne county js that of Zelda Daugherty, of Union township, with an attendance of 99 per cent. Several others are close competitors, Jennie Eib, of Barkley, 99.5 and Grace Houk, of Kankakee, 99.4, Louise Strantz, of Hanging Grove, 99.3, Nelly Knapp, of Marion, 99.3, and Jessie Williamson, of Carpenter, 99.2. The banner schools in the different townships are as follows: Barkley—Jennie Eib. Carpenter—Jessie Williamson.’f Gillam—Edith Martindale. Hanging Grove. —Louise Strantz. Jordan —Nellie Eck. Kankakee —Grace Houk. . \ Keener —Otto Schwanke. Marion—Nelly Knapp. Milroy—Earl Foulks. Newton —Dena Hanson. Union —Zelda Daugherty. Walker —Anna Jasperson. ' Wheatfleld—Forest Craig. Both the teachers and the patrons are to be commended for making sucli a record possible.

Proceedings of the City Council Monday Evening.

At the regular meeting of the city council Monday evening Mayor Meyers was absent The matter of making the assessments on St. Augustine’s sewer was continued until the n£sct meeting. Babcock & Hopkins petitioned to have Vine street narrowed between Main and Forest streets. The matter was referred to the street committee for inevstigation. C. B. Steward was granted the use of the streets in moving a building, on condition that he gives a satisfactory bond to cover any damage. The following claims were allowed: Corporation Fund. Geo. Mustard, salary marshal.? 30.00 Frank Critser, sal nightwatch. 30.00 Ghas. Morlan, salary 25.00 Electric Light Fund, coal c hall 60.35 Water Fund, sup and water rent 27.32 Electric Light Fund, coal c hall 66.31 American JLa. France Fire Engine Co., chemicals 5.00 G. E. Murray Co., mdse, fire co. 1.00 Omar Osborne, serv city eng... 11.25 Road (Fund. Chester Zea, Fred Hemphill, edwer caps ... 12.25 Electric Light Fund, cinders.. 35.60 Healey & Clark, advertising.. 4.50 , Park Fund. O. S. Baker, burning brush .... -2.00 Electric Light Fund. C. S. Chamberlin salary 50.00 Mell Abbott, salary 30.00 Dave Haste, same 30.00 Dick HartmarfS work on line.. 25.00 General Electric Co., supplies.. 50.42 Central Electric Co., same ... 18.50 Metropolitan Electric Co., same 100.09 Monon Coal Co., coal 118.05 Standard Oil Co., oil 27.55 Jesse Gates, hauling coal ... 29.16 G E Murray Co., mdse, light pit 2.25 Ray D. Thompson, freight paid 58.03 Water Fund. T. E. Malone, salary 30.00 Jas. B. Cflow & Sons, supplies 5.09

Card of Thanks.

We desire to express our sincerest thanks to all the friends and neighbors who have so kindly assisted us durihg the short sickness and painful death of our beloved mother. Mr. and Mrs. ALVIN DUNN.

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ANOTHER PROMISE BY MATCH COMPANY

Attorney For Sterling Said That All Would Be Settled Within a Week Or Ten Days* John A Zeigler, of Elkhart, was here a few days ago, representing the U. S. Match Co., against whom suits for settlement of paechanica’ liens had been started. Mr. Zeigler came on the direction of the president of the company, W. W. Sterling, and brought the word that they did not want the suits continued or judgments rendered but would come here within ten days or two weeks and pay all outstanding claims. A number had previously been settled in all or in part and the outstanding claims will probably total only about $1,400. The principal creditors are the J. C. Gwin Lumber Co. and the Rensselaer Lumber Co.

KANKAKEE WILL BE HERE SATURDAY

Illinois Team Will Play Football With Local High School at Riverside ' Park. The high school football team is to have another game next Saturday at Riverside Athletic Park, when they will meet the team from Kankakee. The Rensselaer team will doubtless be in better playing trim than it has been In former games this year, owing to the effort to correct the causes of its defeat by Morocco. Tickets will be placed on sale and the public, which has been turning out in large numbers to witness the games, will doubtless be on hand for this contest. The game will be called at 3:30 o’clock. ,

MUST FILE THEIR CAMPAIGN EXPENSES

All Candidates For Offices and County Committees Required to File With Clerk.

All candidates and county committees must file with the county clerk within ten days after the election, an itemized expense account of what their campaign cost them and what the expenses were made for. If the statement is not filed, a penalty is attached and all are hereby notified to look after this matter. A defeated candidate must file an expense account as well as successful candidates.

New sorghum at Rowles & Parker’s. Per % -gall on pail, 40c. Fine fresh fish and oysters at Haus’ restaurant Friday. Ray Hopkins was home from Lafayette Sunday. New pancake flour, 3 packages for 25c. , ROWLES & PARKER. Col. M. W. Lynch, of Stroud, OkjLa., is here on real estate business.,^ Nice home grown onions, 15c per peck at Rowles ft Parker’s, Phone 95. Everybody should see the fire demonstration at 7:30 tonight at the court house corner.—Adv. .1. C. Gwin & Co. have just received a car of genuine Hocking Valley coal. Telephone 6. Rev. F. A. Morrow returned Monday from Lafayette. He conducted a meeting over Sunday at the Pleasant Prairie Baptist church, near that city. Just received, a carload of bran and middlings. Very special price made on . ton lots. HAMILTON & KELLNER. Frank Wolf, the Michigan City lumber salesman, was in town over night. Mrs. Wolf is planning to visit Rensselaer soon. Just received, a car load of fresh Portland cement Can be secured at either Rensselaer or Parr. Rensselaer Lumber Co., Phone No. 4. Mrs. Charles Ramp and sister, Mrs. B. Kohler, returned this morning from a visit with Mrß. Nicholas Krull and family, at Kantland. Mile. Zara, New York’s favorite palmist and clairvoyant has arrived in Rensselaer. See advertisement in another column. The Melrose convertible wagon bed, the greatest labor-saving and resultincreasing invention of modern times, for sale by Hamilton ft Kellner. Wallace Haynes, of Logansport, wore a celluloid collar. He did not remove it when he-climbed into a barber’s chair for a hair singe. The -barber accidentally held, the taper against the collar, which began burning. Haynes jumped from the srhalr and tore violently at the collar but before he had removed it his neck and hands were severely burned.

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BENSSELAER, INDIANA, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1912.

MEDARYVILLE. FIRST NATIONAL ROBBED

Thieves Pry Door Open and Use Nitro'r glycerine on Safe, Securing SI,OOO in Silver. I; -

THE CURRENCY WAS SAVED Yeggmen Believed to Be From. Chicago—Sheriff and Bloodhounds on Trail—Bank Insured Against BurgI lary. At about 1:20 o’clock this Tuesday morning the Medaryville First National Bank was robbed. The burglars, believed to be Chicago yeggmen, secured only about SI,OOO in silver, not effecting an entrance to the apartment of the safe where the bank’s currency was stored. Mrs. Theodore Bramer, the night operator at the Medaryville Telephone office, w«s the first person to learn that the bank was being robbed. The telephone in the bank was an automatic one and with one of the three explosions of nitroglycerine used in tearing the doors off the safe the re 7 ceiver of the phone was raised enough to cause the shutter at the telephone office to drop. Mrs. Bramer answered it but there was no reply. She waited a moment and then rang the bank phone. The ringing of the bell frightened the thieves and she saw three men run from the bank. She spread the alarm and soon many men were on the scene, but there was nothing to indicate the direction the men had taken. Long distance telephones were used to notify the surrounding cities, the Chicago police being reached by 4 o’clock in the morning. It was thus hoped to have all incoming Chicago trains watched* However, it is probable that the burglars dropped off the train in the outskirts of Chicago. Three separate explosions of nitroglycerine were necessary to tear the three doors from the safe. Another would have been necessary to have torn off the door which secured the currency. Fortunately Mrs. Bramer had rang back after no one had replied when she answered the telephone shutter drop and the ringing of the bell had frightened the burglars just as they were about to secure the full amount of the funds on hand in the bank.

WAR VS. DIPLOMACY FACING POWERS

Bulgarian Army About to Enter Constantinople and Situation Is Intense in Europe. Europe is facing a critical situation. It is quite probable that diplomacy will avert a serious war but it is also possible that the war between Turkey and Bulgaria may involve all the powers of Europe. The Bulgarian army is on the verge of entering Constantinople and that city is threatened with massacre within.- Russia will probably resent the‘further advance of Bulgaria. The smaller.nations hope for increased territory as a fruit of victory. The larger noncombatant nations do not want the smaller ones to expand. There are consequently many jealousies and suspicions. All the nations are watching the conditions with great interest and hoping that the war may be brought to a speedy conclusion.

Will Close Business For Evangelistic Meetings.

We, the merchants and business men of Rensselaer, agree to close our places of business at 7 p. m. each day from this date, November 12, to November 22, except on Saturday evening, in order that our clerks and customers may attend the Union Evangelistic meetings now being held in Rensselaer. This agreement becomes operative when all tbe competing merchants of any line have signed this agreement Signed: J. A McFarland, Rowen & Kiser, Home Grocery, Mrs. H. Purcupile, John Eger, E. S. Rhoades, W. R. Lee, S. Fendig, Geo. E. Collins, E. VanArsdel ft Co., Traub ft Selig, C. Earl Duvall, B. F. Fendig, A. F. Long, Rotb Bros., J. J. Eigelsbach, F. M. Haskell, C. H. Cain, D. M. Worland, Warner Bros., E. D. Rhoades ft Son, Rowles ft Parker, G. E. Murray Co., H. B. Tuteur, W. J. Wright B. J. Jarrette, P. W. Clarke, Scott Bros., Jessen ft Fendig; Matthew Worden, Simon Leopold, Larsh ft Hopkins, C. W. Rhoades, Wood ft Kresler, J. V. Collins, Freeman Wood, C. W. Eger.

New home made saner kraut, 5c per quart at Rowles ft Parker’s, Phone 95.

Medaryville men who werfe aroused after the robbery had been committed thought of various schemes to employ in trying to locate the thieves. It was learned that Sheriff Tilden, of LaPorte county, was hunting near LaCrosse and had his bloodhounds with him. An automobile went to that place and the services of the sheriff and his hounds were secured. Later it was learned that the San Pierre section chouse had been broken open and the handcar stolen and that the handcar had been found at Wilders, the Erie crossing of the Monon. As San Pierre is between Wilders and Medaryville, it is probable that the burglars stole it on the way to Medaryville and used it in making their escape, although there is a report in Rensselaer, which Marshal Mustard heard, to the effect that the escape was probably made by automobile, as the crew on a night train on the Michigan .City division told ol having seen five men in an automobile making a desperate ride toward the north. ’ It is not an absolute certainty this morning that the currency was saved but the door to the compartment was locked and so badly sprung that i' could not be opened. The services of an expert will be required to open it. The officers-of the bank are Miohael Robinson, Pres.; Elmer C. Williams, Tr~T*res.; Chas. H. Guild, Cashier; and Edward C. White, Asst. Cashier. The bank was insured against burglary in the Massachusetts Bonding Co., and there will be no loss to the stockholders. The Medaryville postoffice was robbed only 12 days ago. The jobbery of the elevator at Dyer only a short time ago was another bad thing and there have been several other robberies in this part of the state. This indicates that an organizer gang of Chicago thieves are making night raids in northern Indiana. The officers of the law of these counties should be aided by a protective association of citizen organized for th l purpose of breaking up the gang. This was a means successfully employed a number of years ago in stopping the work of horse thieves. In the meantime banks and postoffices should carry the minimum of money in their safes and nightwatches should pay especial attention to these places.

DISSIPATION CAUSES DEATH OF POSTMASTER

Disappointed Over Election Returns He Takes to Drink, Which Causes His Death. Harry Linkhart, postmaster at Hobart, was found dead at his home Saturday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Death is said to be due to dissipation following the news of the election fesults. The man was alone when he died, as his wife and four children had gone away during the time he was endeavoring to drown his disappointment in drink. Linkhart came from the ranks o the rural carriers to the position of postmaster about six years ago. He was the first carrier out of Hobart and did efficient service. He made many friends on his route, as well as in the town, and this was the means of landing him in the better paying position.

Publie Sale of City Property. Desiring to move away on account of the poor health of my son, I have decided to sell my residence in Rensselaer at public auction. Same will be sold at the premises, corner Main and Elm streets, in Rensselaer, SATURDAY, NOT. 23rd, at 2 o’clock p.’m. The property consists of a good 7room, one-story house situated on two lots, each 50x125 feet There are a number of fruit trees, grapes and a garden spot on the place. City water in the house. Terns—Announced on day of sale. JAMES THOMSON. 3 packages seeded raisins or currants, 26c at Rowles ft Parker’s. /The Jiffy curtails are a feature of the R-C-H cars that are meeting with Instant favor by tbe public. Don’t use harsh physics. The reaction weakens the bowels, leads to chronic constipation. Get Doan’s Regnlets. They operate easily. 25c at all stores. Mr. Householder: Better look after your electric wiring before winter sets In, to prevent fire. Our work and prices are right. JIM RHOADES ft CO.

FRAWLEY AND MARTIN MAY BE INDICTED

Jasper Grand Jury Making Investigation of Two Alleged Attempts to' Commit Murder.

The grand jury is in session and today is investigating the assault committed by Edward Frawley, o Fair Oaks, on John Stowers. Frawley is still in jail awaiting the result of the grand jury’s investigation. Stowers is improving and his chances of recovery are now considered good, which will considerably better things for Frawley, for his death would have gone hard with his assailant and it is not improbable that he will be severely punished as it is. A large number of Fair Oaks people are here to testify. The grand jury is also said to expect to investigate the alleged assault by George Martin, of his wife at Newland, which act was the cause of interference by neighbors and the severe beating which Will Postill received. / .

RENSSELAER PEOPLE FELT THE SHOCK

Eetna Powder Company Had Explosion Early Today W r hich Shook Buildings In This CBy. - ■ * % Window panes rattled and many buildings trembled in Rensselaer this Tuesday morning at about 7 o’clock. Quite a number of people noticed it quite plainly. Janitor Charles Morlan, of tire court house, Bald the building shook perceptibly. Milt Roth was in the shop and said that there was a sudden jar and a puff of wind accompanied it. The cause was naturally presumed to be a powder mill explosion and this proved to be the case. A dynamite packing machine exploded in the Aetna Powder Co’s, plant at Aetna, Jnd., and it is reported to have killed two men and wounded several others.

Nice new dill pickles, 10c per dozen at Rowles & Parker’s. Wagons and truck wagons- for sale by Hamilton & Kellner. ■j— - “Uncle” Jim Overton left today to Charlottesville to visit A. M. Mundon and family, formerly of Fair Oaks. He expects to be there two or three weeks. We are going to give you a chance to put away your winter potatoes at a cheap price. Fancy northern sand grown potatoes, 50c a bushel from car. JOHN EGER. The J. C. Gwin Lumber Co. have just received a car of Kentucky wash -agl coal for range stoves. This is a coarse coal and is re-screened and washed. Telephone 6. The Hagenbeck-Wallace circus arrived at winter quarters in Peru Wednesday. The last stand was at Nashville, Tenn. During the season the show traveled 10,000 miles and made money. “My child was burned terribly about the face, neck and chest. I applied Dr. Thomas' Eclectic Oil. The pain ceased, agd the child sank into a restful sleep.”—Mrs. Nancy M. Hanson, Hamburg, N. Y. are figuring on buying a new suit* or overcoat for this winter we would suggest that you go over to see Traub ft Selig before buying. They’re showing some fine values and it might be of mutual benefit to see what they’re offering. A bright light northeast of town last evening caused all who saw it to think there was a farm residence or b.arn burning. Investigation, however, proved it to be a stubble field on the F. M. Parker farm, which was being burned off. George Aldrich, who worked for some time at the G. E. Murray store and who accompanied his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Granville Aldrich, to Sioux City, lowa, about a year ago, came to Chicago last week, where he expects to be employed.

Ate you troubled with your g vcfi Have you been Disappointed Elsewhere ? j Do not despair. Come to me. I will examine your eyes,, fit you with the glasses your eyes really need; and if yon don’t need them I, will tell yon so. If the print blurs and runs together when reading; if the thread ing of the needle is more difficult, or if your eyes get red and In flamed. it is a sure sign that eye-strain is present and should be corrected. ERYFTOK LENSES, TOBIC LENSES, LOW BRIDGE FINGER-FISC* MOUNTING FEATURED. ■ ■■ ' - 4 Dr, Rose M, Remmek "i _ . •< ■■ Phone 403 Harris Block.

IIOKS 10 60AST Uft3N TH6 MILL And pomp around just fit Torn Perfection clothes upon w buck f And I DON’T CAPE whatSontheTUw; Q Pete Says He .Is Going After It. So are we afte~ the boys clothing business. Our styles were selected early in the season when assortments were choicest. The new styles are unusual and distinctive, and they are clothes. Come in now while the assortment is at its best. Best all wool values at: $2.50 to SIO.OO DUVALL’S “Quality Shop” Mile Zara NEW YOKE’S FAYOJUTE PALMIST AND CLAIRVOYANT has just returned from Europe where she has met with remarkable success in foretelling of coming events. THIS WONDERFUL WOMAN can tell yon all abont your business and love affairs, anything yon would like to know. Special offer—bring this and 25c and Mile Zara will sire yon a SI.OO reading, or for 50c a fall reading. You will find her at B. L. Clark's residence from 9:00 a. m. to 9:00 p. m„ including Sunday. i - WEATHER. Rain, colder tonight; Wednesday colder and generally fair. Harvey Grant has been working for some time in With Ms son-in-law, who has a 5-acre suburban tract of land at LaGrange, 111. It is Mrs. Grant’s intention to more there soon and with this object in view they are advertising their property at the north side of town tax sale. Mr. Mattis has for many years been employed at the Union Stock Yards and did not have time to give proper attention to tbe land he had purchased and for some time has been urging Mr. Grant and family to come there and take charge of it for Mm and this they have decided to do. Frank Potts* 18 years of age, son of Mrs. Anna Potts, was taken to the hospital yesterday, where he underwent an operation by his local physician for a tubercular condition of his left leg. After about two quarts, of pus had been drawn off the leg wis opened from the knee almost to the ankle and the diseased bone thoroughly scraped. Frank had but recently returned from a trip to the northwest, where he worked In the harvest fields. He is a fine young man and the affliction is a sad one. He may, however, entirely recover without further trouble. A Classified Adv. will sell 1L

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