Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 214, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 9 September 1915 — Page 1

No. 214.

JEMISON IN JAIL ON CHARGE OF ASSAULT

Man Who Was Shot By Officer Deserted By Wife Who Accuses Him of Beating Her. Louis Jemison, the man who was shot while making his escape after his arrest by Officer Childers on Saturday evening, Aug. 28th, was lodged in jail by Officer Childers Wednesday afternoon. The charge against him was assault and battery committed against his wife. It was on this charge that he was first arrested. Since he made his escape and returned to his home, although he was crippled by the bullet in his foot, he has been very abusive and has struck his wife and finally she left home, leaving her three children, none of school age and the youngest a baby, with the father, who was unable to walk. She went to the home of Charles Slaughter and later John Wagner, another neighbor, saw the Jemison baby out in the yard and naked. He got the baby and took it to his home and later Mrs. Jemison went to the Wagner home. The two other children were virtually starving and it was necessary to arrest Jemison in order to get them. This was accomplished Wednesday by Constable Childers, who used a little ruse to get him. Mrs. Jemison and the baby returned to thei rhome [their home] after the father was brought to town. Neighbors said they would look after them and see that they had things to eat. Jemison was arraigned before Squire Dean this Thursday morning and pleaded not guilty. His case was continued and he was returned to jail. He was not represented by an attorney and says he does not want one. He also says he does not want anything to do with his family. His actions would indicate that he is crazy, but his conversation with the officers seemed entirely rational. The case is a rather difficult one to deal with and just what can be done with Jemison is a mystery worse than the Ed Fawley case of a few years ago. Dr. Hemphill is caring for his injured foot. The ball was removed from it a few days ago and it is now healing all right but he is still unable to bear any weight on it.

Miss Ruth Wiltshire Married to Clark Allis.

Miss Ruth Witlshire, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wiltshire, was married lart Saturday afternoon at about 5 o’clock to Mr. Clark Allis, a young farmer who works in Jordan township. The marriage took place in the home of Rev. Daniel,s pastor of the Christian church of Kentland. Mrs. Wiltshire accompanied her daughter to Kentland and gave consent to the issue of the marriage license, as the bride lacked some of being of legal age. Mr. Allis plans to rent a farm next spring and in the meantime she is remaining with her parents. Miss Wiltshire had many friends in Rensselaer and all will wish her a very happy married life. About five-sevenths of the Bulgarians are engaged in agriculture, most of them being small proprietors, holding from one to six acres.

Ellis Theatre Friday and Saturday Nights ' The Willette Taylor Stock Company Friday Night “The Country Boy” By Edgar Selwin WILLETTE TAYLOR As the Country Boy. Saturday Night “Oliver Twist” PRICES 25, 35, 50 cents. You can reserve seats at Fate's College Inn.

The Evening Republican.

Some Ideas About the Rural Mail Deliveries.

The Republican was taken to task Wednesday by a local carrier of one of. the rural mail routes because we advocated the lengthening of the routes. We still feel convinced that there should be changes that would materially increase the number of patrons served by each carrier and that in many cases, at least, routes should be lengthened from 25 miles to 40 and 50 miles. We do not believe this should be done without added compensation, sufficient to entirely cover the upkeep and running expenses of an automobile, so that the carrier would not have to use any of his salary at all for the vehicle he uses. In fact, it would be better if the government supplied the mail carrying automobiles and took care of their repairs, storage and gasoline. But we do not believe that a 25 mile route is sufficient for one carrier. When the mail routes were started each carrier kept two or more horses and drew only $660 per year. It took each carrier until 3 or 4 o’clock in the afternoon to complete his route. Since then the salaries have been increased until each carrier now receives $1,200 per year and during the past few years the motor business has developed until many carriers are now using automobiles and complete their routes in from 3 to 4 hours. Of course, this is not al Ithe business the carrier has to perform. He has a lot of mail to sort and reports to make and these things take time, but it is nevertheless a fact that many carriers have every bit of their work completed by noon ancT employ the afternoons in other occupations. This is the feature of the business that we do not believe is right and we say it with the kindliest feelings for all the carriers, with many of whom we are acquainted and whom we hold as our friends.

The rural mail service is run at a financial loss. It has been the effort of the various postmaster-generals to develop the buisness to meet the expenses. Postmaster-General Burleson, the present incumbent, is behind the plan of increasing the routes. Mr. Burleson is accused of conducting his office on a political basis and of using any scheme he can to dispose of republ'can carriers and put democrats in their place. The Mraion County Mail of August 27th publishes an article claiming that a canvass of the patrons of routes carried by republicans has been made in order to secure some evidence against the carriers to force them out of office. The Republican in championing ..the scheme to increase the length of routes does not give endorsement to any practices of this kind and we have not been a great admirer of Burleson. It was he who found a means of" firing almost every postmaster in the country after the election of President Wilson and substituting democrats.. But aside from these things it is not improbable that Mr. Burleson may evolve some reforms that are needed and the plan to increase the Itngth of rural routes seems to be a most worthy one. The Republican believes that there should be eight or ten routes extending out of this city and that each should serve patrons over 35 to 50 miles of roads. The contention that they could not be served during tjie winter months is not sufficient to deny them service during nine or ten months of the year. In fact, it is only a small part of the winter months during which a carrier could not make every bit of fifty miles, which is an average of only 10 miles an hour for five hours. We believe in good salaries and in reasonable hours of work, but it is a ftderal law to work eight hours a day on all government work and we believe that a salary of SIOO per month should require eight hours per day labor. It will be infrequent that a carrier can not make 50 miles and do his other work in that length of time.

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RENSSELAER, INDIANA. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1915.

BURGOO PICNIC NEXT BIG POLITICAL EVENT

Columbia Club and Politicians From Over State Plan Event For September 22nd. * ■ At State Fair Grounds Warren T. McCray Has Donated One Big Hereford Steer For the Picnic —Candidates Will Be There in Great Numbers and There Will Be Feasting, Oratory and a General Big Time—Menu Sufficient to Tempt Any Person to\Desire to Be There—James E. Watson Expected To Make Formal Announcement of His Candidacy For Governor. . f

The republicans of Indiana will hold a big ox roast and barbecue at the state fair grounds on Sept. 22nd. It is called a “burgoo’ picnic and is being promoted by the Columbia Club, of Indianapolis, and all the members are urged to come and to bring a few friends with them. The Republican has several tickets and will be pleased to give them to any who wish to go to the big event. Arrangements should be made to run a special train from Hammond that morning to take care of those who wish to go. And there should be fifty from Jasper county, for the affair promises to be a great success. Warren McCray, of Kentland, candidate for the nomination for governor, was one of the first to announce his hearty co-operation to make the acair a great success. He gave a big Hereford steer for the “burgoo” and announced his intention of coming down. Lawrence and Fred Lyons, of Brook, were in Indianapolis the past week and stated that they were expecting a large number of Mr. McCray’s friends to be there from Newton and adjoining counties. Other candidates will be there. It is not planned for any particular candidate but is a political love feast and James E. Watson, of Rushville; James P. Goodrich, of Winchester; R. O. Johnson, of Gary; Eben Wolcott, of Marion, E. M. Highway, of Crown Point; Charles W. Lanz, of Bedford; Charles A. Carlisle, of South Bend; Judge Olds, of Fort Wayne; Arthur R. Robinson and William Taylor, of Indianapolis; and many, many other candidates will be on hand and a flood of oratory and no end of handshaking will make every person there feel entirely at home. Many former leaders of the progressive party of -the state will be on hand to announce their new allegiance to the G. O. P. It is expected that James E. Watson will on that day give announcement of to his candidacy for the United States /senate and if there is any person in Indiana who can enthuse a crowd by oratory it is Jim Watson. The Daily Republican of Rushville, states that Mr. Watson will probably give announcement of his candidacy at a big barbecue of Rush county republicans to be held in that city on Wednesday, Sept. 15th, and in an able editorial sets out the standing of Mr. Watson in his home town. Mr. Watson is equipped for the senate as no other Hoosier candidate is the argument of his home newspaper and the many ardent friends of Mr. Watson from all parts of Indiana will begin active work for him as soon as he has made his formal announcement. The burgoo picnic looms big and there is a mighty good time in sight for any who attend it.

Notice Moose. Our first monthly social will be held Thursday night, Sept. 9th, at the armory. Mr. M. M. Mahoney, national director, will be here on this night. Be sure and come.—Ralph O’Riley, Secretary. We wish to announce to the people of Rensselaer that we have purchased the stock of E. VanArsdel and will continue the business in the same store room. We solicit your patronage. * A. T. PRENTICE. Reserved seats at the College Inn for “The Country Boy,” Friday, Sept. 10th. i ~ STORAGE BATTERIES Repaired and Recharged Also Magnetos repaired and mag netos recharged. Also Everything electrical. K. T. RHOADES & CO. Phone 579

ENTERTAINERS WERE DELIGHT OF CROWD

Emereson-Winters Co. and* Magician Brush Gave Charming Entertainments at the Chautauqua. Those who attended the chautauqua Wednesday found packs of fun as well as instruction in the entertainment. The Emerson-Winters company was the first on the program. Mrs. Winters’ whistling acts caused much amusement, she being a past mistress in her act. Many of the most popular songsters of our country were imitated *by Mrs. Emerson in a wonderful way, in bird calls, melodies and the like. She was accompanied on the piano by Mr. Emerson."

The last number of the program was given by Mr. Denton C. Crowl, impersonating Sam Jones in his famous lecture “A Medley of Facts, Philosophy and Fun.” Mr. Crowl used the same gestures, manner of speech and all that Jones used in delivering the address. Although many people are familiar with Sam Jones, yet there are many things in it that would be well for us to remember every day of the year. These few important sayings may well be noted: “Philosophy,” in the words of Jones, “is that which tells us what to do, how to do, and when to do. We may argue against philosophy but it is absolutely foolish to argue against fact. Fact is fact and no argument, however strong or long, can change it. The next best thing to the good, old-fashioned religion for the soul, is fun, good, clean, wholesome fun. Religion is supposed to preserve and sweeten a person, but from the looks on many people’s faces who claim they have religion, you may think they are pickled instead of preserved.”

The well known illustration of the angel who came to earth to find the most 'beautiful thing on it to take to heaven, how that many things were selected but only one, “a mother’s love,” could stand the test of the trip from earth to Heaven, was also given to show the worth of a mother’s love. During the evening session the Emersons again took the platform. Mrs. Emerson again entertained and at times almost astounded the crowd with her wonderful whistling ability. Some of her best numbers were: “Birds of Spring,” and “The Whistling Boy.” Mr. Winters kept the crowd in a roar for at least 30 minutes by his readings, jokes and pianologues. The most sedate were forced to shake themselves with laughter at his performances and sayings, and the others—well —they were simply in a fit of side-splitting laughter almost continually. Time after time was he called back, so eager were the crowd to see or hear more of his fun. Mr. Edwin Brush, the magician, caused much wonder and speculation of ideas as he performed his deeds of trickery of Hindu and Chinese origination, with many of his own clever performances. This was especially a treat for the youngsters. The committee on arrangements for next year’s chautauqua reports that it has, up to date, received pledges for nearly 350 season tickets. The members of the committee are out today contracting with the business men of the town. It is necessary that those who have not contractedfor all tickets they will need to do so this afternoon or evening, as the committee wishes to settle this matter definitely.

ELLIS THEATRE Tues. Sept. 14 The Great Song Play “Freckles” • ■. - _ 7 Big Song Hits A Complete Scenic Production A clean and wholesome play intermingled with comedy and pathos. A perfect assemblage of players. Prices 25c-35c-50c-75c. Phone 98.

Father of Dr. Rose Remmek Died After Long Illness

Francis M. Remmek, aged 75 years on June Ist, died at midnight Wednesday night at his home in the B. S. Fendig property at the corner of Front and Washington streets. Mr. Remmek had been an invalid from brights disease for many years and had failed rapidly of late. He was bom in Madison county and lived there for a number of years, being engaged in the buggy and wagon business until his health failed. For many years he resided in Peru, where the body will be taken for burial on the 11:17 train Fridhy morning, after a brief service at the late residence by Dr. Curnick, of Trinity M. E. church. Mr. Remmek came to Rensselaer from Indianapolis some three years ago to make his home with his daughter, Dr. Rose Remmek. He is survived by his widow and two children, Charles and Rose.

Fowlerites Booming Gala Days Sept. 22nd to 25th.

Fowler is to have a gala week Sept. 22nd to 25th, and five autos brought the Fowler band to Rensselaer and gave a concert just after dinner today, Thursday. One of the best attractions at the gala affair is a series of three ball games with the famous Lafayette Red Sox. The team that represents Fowler will be managed by the father Of the famous Crandall boys and Carl, Otis and Arnold Crandall will all play on the team, also Fred Williams, now of the Chicago Cubs. It is probable that Rensselaer people will attend in considerable numbers. The ball games will be on the 23rd, 24th and 25th.

Admits Perjury in Stating That Lusitania Was Armed.

Gustave Stahl, the German reservist indicted in connection with an asIdavit made by him setting forth that he saw four guns mounted on the decks of the Lusitania just before the steamer’s ill-fated voyage, Wednesday pleaded guilty to the charge of perjury before Judge Hough in the U. S. district court in New York. He was remanded to the Tombs until sentence is imposed. Stahl’s affidavit for a time figured in the diplomatic exchanges 'between this country and Germany as it was presented to the state department by the German embassy in support of the contention that the torpedoed vessel was armed.

If this w"ar keeps up Carnegie won’t be able to die poor.

n«. e«si. REPORT OF THS CONDITION OF THE first national Bank At Rensselaer. Indiana, , At the close of 'business, September 2nd, 1915. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts ~ Overdrafts •• • •• • 174.56 U. S. Bonds deposited to secure circulation (par value) >25,000 U. S. Bonds pledged to secure postal savings (par value) >7,000 Total U. S. Bonds * 32,000.00 Securities other than U. S. Bonds (not including stocks) owned unpledged ..>1,300 1,300.00 Subscription to stock of Federal Reserve bank . .>4,800 Less amount unpaid>2,4oo Banking house >8,000.00 Net amount due from Federal Reserve Bank 6,000.00 Net amount due from approved reserve agents in New York, Chicago and St. Louis >19,010.35 Net amount due from approved reserve agents in other reserve cities > 9,698.15 28,708.50 Checks on banks in the same city or town as reporting bank 99.46 Outside checks and other cash items >5,016.46 Fractional currency, nickels, and cents 101.82 5,118.28 Notes of other national banks 775.00 Federal Reserve notes 85.00 Lawful money reserve in bank: Total coin and certificates 17,490.05 Legal-tender notes 3,755.00 Redemption fund with U. S. Treasurer (not more than • 5 per cent of circulation) >1,250.00 Due from U. S. Treasurer> 600.00 Bills lading in transit 7,555.49 Total - >477,947.81 4 LIABILITIES. Capital stock paid in Surplus fund 20,000.00 Tota l capital and surplus 80,000.00 Undivided profits >24,940.53 Reserved for taxes ..>1,641.01 186,581 .54 Less current expenses, interest, and taxes paid>3,009.56 23,571.98 Circulating Notes >25,000.00 Less amount on hand and in treasury for redemption or in transit >600.00 24,000.00 Due to banks and bankers >184.36 Demand deposits: Individual deposits subject to check >308,820.30 Certificates of deposit due in less than 30 days .. •> 17,595.09 Postal savings deposits > 5,368.63 • Total deposits «31,784.02 Time deposits (payable after 30 days, or subject to 30 days or more notice): Certificates of deposit ...>18,007.45 18,007.45 Total >477,947.81 State of Indiana, County of Jasper, ss: , I, J. N. Leatherman, cashier of the above-named bank, do solemnly swear that the riH>ve atatement h, tn., to th. heat of Subscribed and sworn to before me this Bth day of September, 1915. GEORGE A. WILLIAMS, Notary Public. Correct—Attest: R. A. PARKISON, .• £ GEORGE E. MURRAY, / EDD J. RANDLE, Directors.

Tonight AT THE Gayety Billy & Buster A pair of trick dogs that (beats them all. They play the piano, mouth organ and above all one speaks 'the English language as plain as a human. The act ends with a big roller skating tournament. First show 7:45

Francesville Chautauqua September 11th to 15th.

•The Francesville chautauqua will be held from Sept. 11 to 15. Saturday Montanelli’s Venetian Quartet will give the opening concert and George H. Spencer will lecture; Sunday, musical by Fred M. Marston; lecture by Mrs. Demarchus Brown; - Monday, Grand concert by the Winifred Townsend company, lecture by Congressman Kelley; Tuesday, musical by the famous Kilties Band, lecture by Dr. E. G. Shouse; Tuesday night, grand concert by Kilties Band; Wednesday, musical entertainment by Stratford Opera Company, lecture by Fred Eastman. Program each afternoon and evening. Single admissions 50 cents. Band Concert Will Be Held Friday Night. Owing to the rain Wednesday evening the band concert was not given, but the iband, which had assembled on the street marched to the chautauqua tent and played briefly before the chautauqua program began. The boys do not want a week to pass with out giving their concert and will hold it Friday evening. Let everyone come out and make it one of the most successful of the year. Mexico City is rio place for a hungry army.

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