Evening Republican, Volume 18, Number 32, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 6 February 1914 — Page 4

- ißb jHMBBB jpjSHSHT' Of the Howies & f gParker Stock of Dry Goods, Shoes, Groceries, Clothing,Ladies ready-to-wear Millinery, Carpets Lace Curtains RENSSELAER, INDIANA is the sensation of the town. Thousands of dollars worth of merchandise being slaughtered that is just as bright and fresh as any goods you ever bought in any stock Do not be hoodwinked by anyone telling you that they will sell you goods just as cheap as we are selling as we will sell you any article in the store at less than wholesale cost of production and many articles we are giving at just x /z price. Only limited time to close out this stock. D. A. KLOETHE

A Pickle Party—Do You Know What It Is?—Lots of Fun.

Miss Mabel Effmeyer was hostess Friday evening at a “Pickle Party,” whatever that is, at Fate’s College Inn. The guests were the employes at D. A. Kloethe’s Fire Sale. There were twenty in all and pickles had no significance on the countenances ot£ the participants, lor there was not a sour face in the bunch. The piarty first went to the show and then went to the restaurant, where Miss Effmeyer encouraged each to eat without restraint and informed them that tiers was the only good money in the crowd. There seems to be a mystery connected with the pickle application, and it is rumored that there had been considerable rivalry at the store as to who would be the one to sell an entire barrel of pickles. Miss Effmeyer accomplished this with the Makeever hotel as the purchaser. Prompted by jealousy Shoe Clerk Barber mailed Miss Effmeyer a pickle through the postoffice arid Boyd Porter had a hand in the eu cumber-vinegar deal that has not been made public, but there was the very best of good feeling and The Republican is asked to state that Boyd will be pleased to explain what a pickle party is if inquiries are made after business hours. Special attention given to inquisitions from good lookng girls.

Any goods bought at the Fire Sale of the Bowles & Parker stock and not satisfactory can be exchanged. D. A. KLOETHE.

For (baby’s croup, Willie’s daily cute and bruises, mamma’s sore throat, Grandma’s lameness—Dr. Thomas’ Ecletic Oil—the household remedy. 25c and 50c.

Itch! Itch! Iteh! Scratch! Scratch! Scratch! The more you scratch the worse the iteh. Try Doan’s Ointment. For eczema, any skin itching. 50c a box.

Snake Chhrmer at County Fair

COMMENCING TUESD’Y, FEB. 10 Our dining room will be open from 11a. m., until 1:30 p. m., for those desiring a first class dinner for 25c. For those who do not desire a regular dinner we will furnish lunch at lunch counter. DON'T FORGET from 11a. m., until 1 p. m., dinners 25 cents. 1 , 1 v,- 1 . . 1 “Fate’s College Inn”

Rheuma is Free From Narcotics

Relieves Rheumatism by Cleansing The Whole System of Impurities. Do not try to relieve Rheumatism by dosing the system with dangerous drugs. RHEUMA is free from opiates and narcotics and cleanses the system in a natural but scientific manner. The dangerous waste Is eradicated from the kidneys, bowels, liver and skin. RHEUMA costs only 50 cents of B. F. Fendig’s. “I was a great sufferer from Rheuma ti sin for ten years. After two day's use of RHEUMA I laid down my crutches and have since given them away. I am a well man.”—J. R. Crocker, 614 Sumter St., Columbia, S. C.

Sunday School Workers Will Hold Banquet Tonight.

A banquet will be served at t*he M. E. church dining rooms this evening to Sunday School workers, the county and township officers and the Sunday School superintendents of the county. The banquet hour is set for 6:30 o’clock. The menu will consist of creamed chicken, mashed potatoes, rolls, jelly, pickles, ice cream, cake and coffee. The following program has been prepared, L. H. Hamilton acting as toastmaster and telling of the purpose of the meeting: “Our i>uty to the State and International Conventions,” J. N. Leatherman. “Problems of a. County Worker,” Mr,«. A. A. Fell.

New car of Jackson Hill coal received. Grant Warner Lumber Co. For 10 or 15 cents you can get a mighty fine cake, made of strictly fresh eggs and creamery butter, at McFarland’s.

Don’t miss the museum of freaks at County Fair.

“GO AHEAD; WERE ALL WILLING TO HELP.”

That Is the Tone of Telephon Messages and Personal Assurances From All Sources.

When the Public Service Commission conducts a hearing in Rensselaer on Feb. 27th they will find that a solid array of telephone subscribers on hand to fight the raise in rates and protesting against the wretched service that the people of Rensselaer and vicinity have indulged. There will appear before the commission one or two attorneys prepared to present in a forceful manner the case of the people; and they wil 1 ask that the Coinmission refuse the request of the telephone company to raise the rates and demand that the “junk pile” system be disposed of and a modern- equipment be installed, and if the Jasper County Telephone Go. is not willing to do this that another company be granted the right. The Republican has been besieged with assurances by telephone and in person that its fight for a square deal will have the support of all. Subscribers have come in to this office singly and in clusters and all have said “My fifty cents is ready and I am anxious to do my part to avoid this proposed increase.”

We have gone along for years with the statement that Uhe service is as good here as it is at other places, but some*of us have been out of town and have had opportunities to investigate and we have never found such continually wretched service as we have had in Rensselaer. The company spokesmen (have sometimes acknowledged that the service was poor and blamed it to the old equipment or the switchboard otr the central girls. The public has indulged this condition for a long time and now in the face of it to have a proposition to raise the rates is more than will ‘be submitted to without the hardest kind of a fight and the kind of a fight that will secure justice for the public. Another professional man called at The Republican office to tell of cases that he had lost because of inability to reach Rensselaer at a time when there was no reason why the lines were not in working order. He said that cases had gone to Francesville and Medaryville because the service was better in those directions.

Another professional man called to say that he was ready to take a hand in the demand for better service. He said “I would like have some way of getting diseon neoted from a grocery store in this place. For six months I have been annoyed with this false connection and I can take down my receiver at any time and hear the women from all over town ordering their groceries. I reported this for the first three months 'but have quietly submitted, since that time.” A farmer called to say that his half dollar was ready, and told of several incidents that seemed inexcusable.

‘’My hat is in the ring," said another who called up The Republican, “This is one sort of Armageddon business that I have been longing for and we’ll battle for the Lord and better telephone service.” A number are sending in their notices tp the commission and writing on them. “I will protest a raise in the rates.” Others are saying: “The service is so bad that we want the rates lowered intsead of raised.” Some have said: “When the rates are raised they can raise my' telo-

phone clear out of the bouse.” A paper will be circulated and probably one or two places named as places where money can be left to carry on this fight in the most practical manner. In the meantime The Republican will be glad to learn from every subscriber how he feels about this matter. If there are any who want to have the rates raised we want to know it. If there are any who are satisfied to struggle along with the service now returned we want to (hear from them. So far, is is unanimous to protest the raise in rates.

REPUBLICANS HEARD CHARLES S. DENEEN.

Banquet and Love Feast at Monticello Surpassed Expectations— Judge Hanley Presided.

Monticello republicans carried to a magnificent conclusion a plan to hold a banquet and love feast in that city Thursday night and it is probable that no political event in the history of the tenth district of Indiana ever surpassed this one in point of good feeling and optimism. -

The banquet hall contained fully twice the floor space of the local armory and six tables, each 85 feet in length, extended across the large hall. It had at first been planned jto seat four hundred and fifty people, bujp in the early evening the committee on arrangements saw that this would not be enough and the number of plates was increased to 490 and every place was taken. It was an inspiring sight and was a revival of interest in party affairs that bespeaks well for the future. It was not a gathering of office seekers, but was a representative crowd of men whose faith is firm in republican principles. A special effort had been made to get men from all pasts of the county and two special trains Were run, making it po-ssibW for all to return to their homes same, night. Fifty came from Brdokston, 20 from Chalmers, a number from Monon, Reynolds, Wolcott, Idaville and Burnettsville and the more remote l*arts of the county. Newton county sent quite a large number from Kentland and Brook and Morocco. Judge Hanley went over with the Kentland crowd and was the toastmaster. Rev. H. L. Kindig, formerly of Rensselaer, was at the banquet. Besides Judge Hanley the only other Rensselaer people at the banquet were J. C. Gwin and George H. Healey. Frank Hodshire, a former Rensselaer boy, now a successful contractor of Monticello, was on the committee of arrangements, along with L. D. Carey. The banquet was served by the ladies of the Monticello Methodist church and was quite elaborate. The long tables were prettily decorated with carnations of different colors. The menu was tempting and was served in splendid style. The appointments of the repast were perfect and it was one of the most satisfactory banquets ever served in Indiana.

The invocation was given by Rev. Mr. MeCorkle, of Monticello. Honorable Charles Deneen, of Chicago, ex-governor of Illinois, was the principal speaker and was the first gentleman introduced to the magnificent audience. He spoke for 40 minutes in a practical and impassive manner and his words were convincing. He reviewed the differences between the republican and progressive parties and declared that they were only slight at the start. Only a few minor questions were involved and those have been adjusted so that now there are

really no differences between the two parties. He referred to social justice about which so much was said last year and declared that social justice is now a realization in most of the western states. He gave his own state as an example. There 50 per cent of the taxes is expended for educational purposes and 34 per cent goes to the benevolent institutions of the state. He spoke of the tariff under republican rule and pointed out the protection it afforded the American farmer, he spoke of the democratic free trade policy that is now affect ing the farmre by bringing Argentine beef and corn into competition wth American products. Dr. Frank Smith, of Gary, who has been mentioned as a congressional candidate, was the next speaker and made a short but happy talk. George Lockwood, of Mancie, editor of the Indiana State Journal, followed with a brief address that was full of spirit. The next speaker was Honorable Will R. Wood, of Lafayette, and he made one of his characteristic political rtalks. He stirred the big audience with the force of his telling points and great enthusiasm was aroused. , Senator Wood was followed by Honorable Ele Stansbury, of Williamsport, who made an excellent talk, and the last speaker was W. O. Thomas, of Monticello, district chairman.

Brook Knights Are Coming To Rensselaer Next Tuesday.

Brook Reporter. Nine new members were added to the roll of local Pythians on last Monday night. The elect were Leon Gridley, Wesley Light, Ivan and Roy Bowers, John Brown, Oscar Leech, Walter Hess, Cossie Weaver and Thad Pence. The local lodge is doing some fine work this winter and the present bunch of candidates are a credit to the organization, and speaks well for the fu lure prosperity of the order. This class was finished in time to attend the golden jubilee at Rensselaer on February the 10th. There will be a large attendance at this event from this place

Special K. of P. Meeting Monday Evening, Feb. 9th.

Tlierfe will be a special meeting of the Knights of Pythias on Mopday evening, Feb. 9th, to conclude arrangements for the district meeting on Tuesday. All committees are asked to be present to make final report aqd especially are the members of the reception committee asked to be present so that final plans can be made for meeting trains and receiving the visitors.. CARL DUVALL, Chancellor Commander. Gep. W. Scott, K. of R. & 8.

A Big Bread Deal For Next Saturday

Next Saturday, to Introduce “Ma-Ma” bread, a new one they are trying out, the Home Grocery is going to sell 500 ten-cent loaves at 5c a loaf. This is supn ed to be a very superior article lu bread stuff and every bread buyer in the city should take advantage of this half price trial offer. Remember, it’s at the Home Grocery and a new deal. Born, Feb. sth, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Antrim, of near Laura, a daughter. ,

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WEATHER.

Cloudy with probably more snow tonight; Saturday fair" and colder. Columbia City voted “wet” Tuesday, 554 to 398. Two years ago the “wet” majority was 231. Three United States senators, Bacon, Stone and LaFollette, are confined to their homes by illness. FOR SALE—Cheap; model T, 5passenger Ford automobile; for cash or good note; car may be seen at Rensselaer Garage. J. P. Hammond’. —— 1 — - The Regimental Quartette not only sings, but also plays musical instruments and presents sketches in special costume. Hear them at the Christian church next Tuesday evening, Feb. 10th. Admission 35 cents. Starts at 7:15 sharp.. Mrs. Rev. Green wants to express her joy at receiving two beautiful blooming potted plants, sent by the Eastern Star ladies and delivered by Mr. Holden. Mrs. Green has been quite sick and the ftoweST have helped to cheer her a great deal. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Chupp have returned home from a visit of three weeks at White Pigeon, Mich., and Goshen and Shipshewana, Ind. Mose was very sick for about ten days of the time and for some time it was feared that he could not get well. He is Still quite poorly. Thirty employes at the Eastern Illinois Hospital for the Insane at Kankakee have been notified that they would be dropped from the pay roll Feb. 10. This action follows shortly after a visit made to the institution by Florence Sullivan, private secretary to Governor Dunpe. Asarian T. Leath, who was one of tire few remaining witnesses of the battle between the Monitor and the Merrimac, in Hampton Roads, in 1862, is dead in Attica at the home of his son. He was nearly 76 years old, a republican and a Methodist. He served four years as a member of the Twentieth Indiana regiment in the civil-tvar.

The Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society of tire M. E. church met last evening with Mrs. A. Halleck and a total of twenty-eight ladios were present. Of these 19 were members and 9 were visitors and three of the visitors gave their names for membership. The society is in splendid shape for the accomplishment of a great amount of service in this Important field of endeavor.

For the car and station advertising privileges on New York’s subway and ellevated lines, together with the news stand rights, an advertising firm Wednesday offered the Interborough Rapid Transit company $14,000,000 payments to extend over and the contract to be in force for a period of fifteen years. The matter was referred to the public service commission for ratification.

George Ade was in Brook Sunday He was paying a visit to Hazelden before leaving for Florida, where he expects to remain for the balance of the winter months. He will make his principal stops oh the west coast where the climate is less changeable/ His general health is wonderfully improved and a couple of months spent In the south tfill give'him tty needed rest lor the coming season’s work, which will be a strenuous one spent at Hazelden.—Brook Reporter,