Evening Republican, Volume 18, Number 121, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 22 May 1914 — Page 1

No. 121.

At The GAYETY • i •• This and tomorrow evenings will appear the renowned so ciety tango dancers. They can turn the trick systematically. Those doing this dance should see them and compare notes. As this act, as well as all others that will (be pulled off at the Gayety this season will be modest and exempt from vulgarity, they should at least deserve the indorsement of the ripe scholar and refined. Tickets Refunded If It Rains Previous to the Vaudeville Act Movies Extraordinary

In Memoriam.

A dark gloom spread over the wlhole community when it was learned that Mrs. Pearl Snyder had passed away Wednesday morning at 2 o’clock. She had suffered intensely ifor the past several days but was thought to be improving until Tuesday evening, when she took a turn lor the worse, 'Which resulted in death.

She was twenty-eight years, one month and twenty-tour days old, was united with the M. E. church in June, 1897, and had lived a consistent Christian life ever since. Only seven years ago the 19th day of last March she was united in marriage to Claude B. Snyder, of this place, whom she leaves with one small’child, Donald, to mourn their loss. She was of an affectionate disposition, bright and winning in her ways, so that friendship’s circle was to her a large one. Indeed, it may be said of her, that “none knew her but to love her.”

Here she played as a child, developed into beautiful girlhood; here she married and helped to establish a home of her own; here her busy life was spent, her battles fought, her faithful service rendered to the world. In this dearest of all places to her she lies down at length to sleep and rest. Beautifully appropriate such a resting place, where her kindred sleep and where a father and mother, two brothers and a host of her lifelong friends remain to gather about the dear form with honest tears of bereavement, to lay her away tenderly in the narrow house from which she will never return.—Coats, Kans., Courant. Deceased was previous to her man riage Miss Pearl Hammond, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hammond, formerly of this county.

Berries 12 l-2c Per Box Berries are running fine and the market is dropping lower every day, we look for berries to be down to ioc per box by the coming Saturday or probably lower. Call us and get our prices. We are carrying a complete line of fresh vegetables and fruit. Here are a few items for you to select your Saturday’s supply from:

FRUIT PINEAPPLES BERRIES ORANGES BANANAS GRAPE-FRUIT

Don’t forget the picnic goods t such as bottlepickles, sweet or sour; salad dressing; olives and old ive relish, dried beef, chow chow, pickelette. Rowen & Kiser Phone 202

The Evening Republican.

PRIMARIES REVEAL MOOSE WEAKNESS

Results In Lake and St Joseph Counties Forecast Republican Triumph In Fall Election.

Gary, Ind., May 21.—That there is little left of the progressive party in Lake county was shown by the result of the Joint primaries of the democrats, republicans 'and progressives held yesterday. Complete returns will not ‘be in Until tonight, but most of the figures;are in and they show there is a general Shifting of politics since 1912. The republicans, third in the 1912 election, are now first; the democrats go back to second place, and the progressives are at the foot of the column.

Complete returns from about 95 per cent of the vote in the cities of Whiting, Hammond, Gary and Crown Point, comprising about of the county vote, show 5,100 republicans voted, 2,255 democrats and 414 progressives. The voting in Gary, which .went overwhelming for Roosevelt' two years ago, Shows 2,012 republicans, 1,250 democrats (estimated), and 150 progressives (estimated). There is no way of getting the, exact progressive total because at 9 o’clock last night the progressives quit tabulating at county headquarters.

All of the steel mill settlements voted heavily against the democrats. In Indiana Harbor the vote was 1,148 republican, 103 democratic and 55 progressives. Dr. Frank W. Smith, member of the state republican committee lor the Tenth district, predicts a republican victory here this tfAll with the defeat of John B. Peterson,, the democratic candidate for congress. Foreigners declared that they voted as republicans because of the tariff law. Democrats of 'Gary charge there was a shortage of democratic ballots.

Towns and Villages May Get Free Mail Delivery Soon.

It was announced some time ago that an experiment was to be tried this summer of delivering and collecting mail in the small towns and villages, with a view to establishing delivery systems in all places soon. It was pointed' out that in the cities and In the country the mail is delivered and collected free of charge, while in the towns and villages persons not only have to go after their mail but pay box rent. How satisfactory mail delivery would prove in small places has always 'been conjectural, for many prefer calling for their mail because it is more prompt. In order to have two deliveries per day in a city covering as much ground as Rensselaer would require three or four carriers and would prove a mammoth expense*to the postofflce department and at the same time reduce the revenue because of the discontinuanc of box service.

Cut Flowers for Decoration Day.

Easter Lillies, Daisies, Sweet Peas, Roses, Peonaes and Carnations, all colors. Cycas, oak and magnolia wreaths, plain or with roses;also wheat sheaves, plain or with flowers. Give us your order early, we will hold them for you—King Floral Co

VEGETABLES NEW CABBAGENEW SWEET POTATOES NEW POTATOES ONIONS, LETTUCE .ASPARAGUS

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, FRIDAY, MAY 22, 1914.

May Party of the D. A. R. Was Attended by Mrs. Kannal.

Mrs. H. J. Kannal returned yesterday from * Indianapolis, where she attended the May party of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Mrs. Kannal was the guest while there of Judge and Mrs. Tarkington, the parents of Booth Tarkington, the author. The Indianapolis Star of Thursday gave an extended report of the affair, saying in part:

“So many beautifully gowned guests gathered yesterday afternoon at the May party given by the Caroline Scott Harrison Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the home of Mrs. Henry A. Beck, 3440 Central avenue, that not only was the spacious house crowded all the afternoon, but the large porch was crowded as well, and the chapter members and their friends strolled out on to the beautiful lawn between numbers of the program. “A large flag hung from the windows of the second story of the house greeted the guests, and the rooms also were decorated with flags and with baskets and wallpockets of lovely spring flowers. In the dining room the table was arranged with a French basket of ping and white snap-dragons and the handle was tied with pink tulle.

“A mtisical program was given by Mrs. William T. Noble, violinist; Miss Edna Heaton, harpist, and Miss Florence Bush, of Kentland, vocalist. Mrs. Juliet V. Strauss, of Rockville, read a number of original poems and (Miss Caroline Hendricks gave Irish dialect readings. “Prominent members of the D. A. R. from over the state were present for the beautiful party, which was a royal success socially, as well as a means of adding a goodly sum to the treasury of the Chapter House fund. Among the out of town guests were Mrs. Inman H. Fowler, of Spencer; Mrs. Alonzo Eslinger, of Martinsville; Mrs. Harvey J. Kannal, of Rensselaer; Mrs. C. D. Shipley, of Anderson; Mrs. T. G. Green, of Shelbyville; Mrs. James Petree, of Oxford; Mrs. James M. Judson, of Richmond; Mrs. Samuel A. Wilson, of Franklin; Miss Adah Elizabeth Bush, of Kentland; Mrs. John W. Lovett, Mrs. William L. Starrett and Mrs. Horace C. Stillwell, of Anderson, Mrs. C. P. Guffin, of Rushville; Mrs. F. S. Wakeman, of Chicago; and Mrs. Fred V. Hardin, and Mrs. William P. Williams, of Fortville.”

Editor Simons Has Retired From White County Democrat.

J. P. Simonis, for some twenty years the editor of the White County Democrat, has severed his connection with the paper and Charles L. Foster has succeeded him as editor and will also be the active business manager. Abram C. Clarke, who was associated with Mr. Simons, is the president of the Demo-crat-Journal-Observer Co., but on account of poor health and advancing years will not work much of the time Mr. Foster has been in the newspaper business for ten years, having purchased The Idaville Observer in 1904. In the fall of 1912 he purchased the Monticello Evening Journal and that paper and The Observer and The White County Democrat were combined and incorporated. The papers have been improved under the direction of the new management, but the splendid moral tone and the vigilance for right can not be improved. Mr. Simons, who retires, leaves as his warm friends all the newspapermen of this section of Indiana, and the influence for the square deal in journalism will 'be felt by all who have had The White County Democrat as an exchange during his many years as editor. It is to be hoped that his honorable course has been rewarded by business success and that he is able to retire with a competence sufficient to provide for himself and family the rest of his life. In the business affairs of life men come and go and their arrival or their passing is scarcely noticed, but the withdrawal of Brvtlier Simons from newspaper editorial work will be regretted by all readers of that paper.

Notice to Encampment All members of Rensselaer Encampment No. 201, I. O. O. F., are requested to be present Friday evening. Work in the Royal Purple Degree and refreshments. E. W. Hickman, C. P. J. W. Coen, Scribe k * Rex Theatre. Special Warner Week. Every night a three-reel Warner feature film, teeming with baffling counterplots and thrilling adventure. Intricate and entertaining. Racine work and drees shirts Saturday of this week, 38c each, two for 75c. C. EARL DUVALL

SAYS MEXICAN POLICY IS ONE LONG BLUNDER

Robert J. Kerr, Erstwhile Governor of Vera Crus, Smarts Under Rebuff and Criticises Theories.

Chicago, May 20—Robert J. Kerr, who for four days was civil governor of Vera Cruz, and who said he was rebuffed when he called at the White House to give his views on the Mexican situation, returned to his home here this afternoon.

“I have no criticism personally to make of the administration, but am merely one of those Informed on the subject who think the Wilson policy in Mexico has been one long blunder,” said Mr. Kerr. “I speak Spanish and I have been in Mexico on professional trips many times in the last fourteen years. The voice of the competent critics of our Mexican policy—Americans, South Americans and Mexicans—is entitled to expression. "I called at the White House because I thought I should first report the views I represent to the president. Secretary Tumulty told me that if I though I had information not already in the president’s possession, I was badly mistaken.” Kerr expressed the opinion that the administration is deluding itself in the belief that the solution of the agrarian problem .will solve the whole (Mexican difficulty, when, as a matter of fact, the agrarian pjoblem, though important, is only secondarily. ■ “The primary problem is racial and sociological,” he said.

Traction Company to Begin Work; Advertise for Teams.

The Indiana Northwestern Traction Co. will start some actual work of construction and have placed an advertisement in The Republican br men with teams. The Republican understands that work in Marion township will be started, possibly within a few days, and i;hat all who apply with teams are to be employed. The gentlemen Who are in charge of the promotion Work here have pursued a thoroughly honest course in their business affairs and have paid tor everything they have contracted and are entirely reliable. It is probable that they have spent several thousand dollars in wages to engineers, office help and the expenses attending the subsidy elections. They would not do this if they did not expect to build the road and now that they are in a fair way to accomplish the building of the road, they should certainly have the encouragement of all the people of Rensselaer and surrounding country and in Remington as well.

Proof of Advertising Value Communicated by Telephone. “Hello, is this The “Yes, sir.” “Well, this is Abe Wartena. Your ad sold the chickens all right and you can take it out for they’re all gone, and I thank you for the service.” Mr. Wartena placed a 25-cent 'ad in The Republican stating that he had three dozen full blood White Leghorn hens for sale. Before the time for the advertisement had run out he called to report that all had 'been sold. Druggist Fendig Purchased A Mannon Auto in Chicago. Druggist B. F. Fendig purchased a four-cylinder five-passenger Marmom automobile in Chicago Tuesday and it was driven through that day. It is a practically new car, having been driven less than 3,000 miles. The list price on a new car is $3,250, but Mr. Fendig, bought this at a rare bargain. It is one of the best looking cars that was ever brought to this city. RHEUMATISM AND BRIGHTS DISEASE Prof. Budlong was Quickly Relieved of Both Afflictions by Using Rheum*If you suffer from any form of Rheumatism, remember that Rheuma goes to work quickly to remove the cause, not simply to relieve the distress. Many years’ use has demonstrated that it goes to the seat of the disease and expels the poisonous matter through the natural channels—the kidneys, bowels, liver and skin. “For many years I was troubled with rheumatism, also with Brights Disease of the kidneys. I suffered awfully. Tried many- advertised remedies. After using your truly remarkable preparation, RHEUMA, I was fully cured.”—Prof. C. J. Budtong, Sound View, Conn. RHEUMA to guaranteed by B. F. Fendig, who sells it tor 50 cents a bottle. ‘ ’"T i

REX THEATRE Montgomery & Warner, Props. TONIGHT I “THE SECRET MARRIAGE” In Three Parts Signor Corti, a promising tenor, gives singing lessons to Lydia, the daughter of the Marchioness of Belford. Their love for each other is soon discovered by the Marchioness,■ and Corti is Immediately dismissed. A letter found in Lydia’s room by her brother, Robert, who has just returned home from college, after completion of his medical studies, bears evidence of the fact that Lydia has left to join Corti. As a result her mother succumbs to an old affliction. Robert swears vengeance and gives up the hope of ever marrying LuCy Barker, his sweetheart, to pursue the tenor. Corti and Lydia are secretly married and settle th a small country town. Annoyed by Lydia's jealousy, Corti accepts an offer to tour another country. Lydia is placed in a sanitarium to undergo treatment for nervousness, during his absence. Having been advised of her disappearance, Corti returns before fulfilling his engagements. Robert, bent on avenging the seeming wrong done to his sister, Lydia, corners Corti, who furnishes evidence of his secret marriage to Lydia and thus becomes Robert’s friend. Corti accepts an invitation to a ball tendered by one of his friends. He is asked to sing, but cannot do so. A voice as though from heaven blds him sing and immediately there is a dramatic meeting between husbatidand - - - ---- Great is his joy when Robert is informed by his sister that she is the companion of Lucy Barker, his former sweetheart. Thereupon he announces his marriage. Shows at 7:30 and 8:30. Admission 100.

Monon streets are to be oiled. Tonight, at Rex Theatre, ‘The Secret Marriage.” F. B. Ham went to Terre Haute today to close up a land deal. Have you heard the ragtime piano player? At Rex Theatre tonight. An eight-pound daughter, their first child, was born to Mr. and Mrs. George Long last night. If the old planter fails we can fix you up with a new one.—Hamilton & Kellner. Mrs. Margaret Pullen, mother of Mrs. L. B. Fate, is again very ill at ler apartments in the Makeever hotel. See our line of buggies. Examine the Velie buggy if you want a high class job.—Hamilton & Kellner. Hugh Kirk, while cranking A. Leopold’s automobile Thursday, suffered a disolcation of his right shoulder. Remember, Saturday of this week, Racine shirts 38c or two for 75c. C. EARL DUVALL Mr. and Mrs. Ray Yeoman and baby, of Valparaiso, came this morning for a visit over Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. K. Yeoman and other relatives. Special attraction during Warner film week. Mr. Robert Ripple, tenor singer, late with the international Quartette. Mrs. Willis Lutz, who was returned home from the hospital last Monday, is making very satisfactory recovery and her improvement is very encouraging. The price on strawberries, asparagus, wax-beans, cucumbers, leaf lettuce and tomatoes is now getting reasonable and we have them fresh every day.—John Eger. Miss Clara Stacey returned to Cincinnati today after spending a few days at the Monnett School for Girls. She may be a of the faculty next year. Mrs. Jacob Wright and son went to Frankfort today to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Blysjone and to see her aunt, who lives in Kansas and who is visiting in Frankfort. They will be away about four days. Mrs. Chas. Fell went to Rensselaer Tuesday to join her husband, who is working in a garage there. As soon as they can secure rooms they will go to housekeeping, but for the present they will board. —Remington Press. St. Joe defeated the Cathedral College of Chicago in a very well played game of baseball yesterday afternoon, the score being 6 to 5. Ricks pitched for the college. There was some lively hitting and some spectacular Adding by both teams. Our stock of white canvas, rubber soled shoes and oxfords, tennis shoes and barefoot sandals is complete in every detail. It pays to visit our shoe department.—G. E. Murray Co.

WEATHER FORECAST. Partly cloudy today, probably local; showers; tower temperature; Saturday probably fair with lower temperature; fresh southwest and west winds.

Methodist Church.

9:30 Sunday School. 10:45 Union service .for G. A. R., sermon by Rev. Parrett. 2:30 Junior League. 6:30 Epworth League. 7:30 Union service at the Christian church. Baccalaureate sermon by Bev. P. C. Curnick.

H. W. Wood, Jr., wae in Chicago yesterday, visiting his father, who underwent an operation there last week. Mr. Wood is getting along nicely and is expecting to come home Sunday or Monday. The drainage tube was removed today. William Coran, of Mabton, In the Yakima- valley of Washington, accompanied by his son, W. 0. Corah, of Chicago, were in Rensselaer today, and went from here to Remington, their former hornet and near which place the elder Corah has another son living. Dr. James K. Gardiner, of St. Paul’s church, South Bend, has been secured to deliver the commencement address for the Monnett School ifor Girls, which will take place on June 24th, and the arrangements for which will be more fully published at a later time Dr. Paul C. Curnick will be kept busy the next few weeks delivering special addresses for prominent occasions. He is to give the Baccalaureate sermon, the Memorial Day oration, the Memorial Day sermon for the Independent Order of Red Men, and the fit John’s Day address for the Royal Arch Masons. Mayor Spitler, in company with Editor Healey, went to Tefft this afternoon to look at one of the finest lots at Dunn’s pleasure resort, with the object of purchasing and erecting a summer cottage there. The lot is owned by the publishers of The Republican, but as they are too poor to build there they decided to put the lot on the market. The family of Hiram, Day have received word from Ed Smith, in to the effect that he has almost entirely recovered from the effects of the prolonged attack of pneumonia he had last winter, but that Mrs. Smith is in a serious condition, having a cancer of the breast and another in the stomach. She is to be taken to a hospital and indications are very unfavorable for her recovery. The city dads have been having our beautiful streets covered with an extremely disagreeable smelling sticky substance, commonly known as crude oil. The effect will be good after it has dried in a week or two, but just at present it is about as nasty as is possible to conceive. An auto on the street Wednesday go-’ ing north started to skid in the grease and by the time the driver had bhe machine stopped he was headed south.—Remington Press.

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