Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 237, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 6 October 1915 — Page 1

No. 237.

PRINCESS TONIGHT Jesse L. Lesky preseats the popular romatic actor Mr. Robert Edeson in the thrilling play of the Trackless Woods “The Call of the North” 5 parts-317 Scenes

FIRST CHIEF HAS ORDERED PROBE

Carranza Has Given Assurance That Those Responsible For Shooting U. S. Soldiers Will Be Punished. Vera Cruz, Oct. s.—Orders have been issued by Gen. Carranza for a thorough investigation into the alleged shooting of American soldiers near Matamoros, and assurances have been given Mr. Belt, acting special agent for the state department, that in the event of iguilt being established those responsible would be severely punished. This was the substance of a reply given today to representations of the U. S. made through Special Agent Belt on Saturday. Gen. Carranza’s reply Was couched in friendly terms and indicated surprise as to the picture of conditions on the border that had <been presented. He said every effort nad been made to maintain friendly relations between the American and Mexican peoples and that such a policy would be continued. General Carranza assured Mr. Belt that strict orders had been sent to the commanding officers in the north to see to it that there was n ©recurrence of the incident complained of.

Chaplin at the Uhicago Speedway races in 5 reels, day and night, Friday, Oct. Bth, at tfhe Rex Theatre.

STORAGE BATTERIES Repaired and Recharged Also Magnetos repaired and mag netos recharged. Also • Everything electrical. K. T. RHOADES & CO. Phone 579

FALL AND WINTER MILLIMERY OPENING Friday and Saturday October 8 and 9 Finest Display of Pattern Hats ever shown in Rensselaer. Don’t miss seeing all the new style hats. Mary Myer Healy

The Evening Republican.

GERMANS TO PAY ARABIC INDEMNITY

Von Bemstorff Expresses Regret, Disavows the Act, And Says His Government Will Pay. Germany has acceded to the demands of the U. S. with reference to the Arabic and the letter of ‘Count Von Bernstoff shows every willingness to do the right thing. Now if England would accede to our demands regarding out neutral shipping it would seem that the United States was being treated as neutrally as we are professing to treat the nations at war. The Von Bernstorff letter follows: “My dear Mr. Secretary: “Prompted by the desire to reach a satisfactory agreement with regard to the Arabic incident, my government has given me the following instructions: “The order issued by his .Majesty, the Emperor, to the commanders of the German submarines,! of which I notiled you on a previous occasion, has been made so stringent that the recurrence of incidents similar to the Arabic case is considered out of the question. According to the report of Commander Schneider of the submarine which sank the Arabic and his affidavit as well as those of his men, Commander Schneider was convinced that the Arabic intended to ram the submarine. “On the other hand the imperial does not doubt the good faith of the affidavit of the British officers of the Arabic, according to which the Arabic did not intend to ram the submarine. The attack of the submarine was undertaken against the instructions issued to the commander. The imperial government regrets and disavows this act and has notified Commander Schneider accordingly. / “Under these circumstances my government is prepared to pay an idemnity for American lives which, ' to its deep regret, have been lost on the Arabic. I am authorized to negotiate with you about the amount of this idemnity.” ;

Smoked white fish at Osborne’s.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA. WEDNrSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1915.

FIRE COMPANY PUTS ROOF BLAZE TO ROUT

Editor’s Home On Fire But Early Discovery and Good Work of Firemen Cuts Loss Short. Fire in the roof of the residence of Editor George H. Healey of The Republican was discovered by workmen of the new residence of Auditor Hammond, across the street, at about 2 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon and the alarm was promptly ‘ftirned in. The fire team was in the engine house, where it seems is the proper place for them, and in a short two minutes after the alarm was turned in the efficient organization was on the job and soon had the fire Had the fire team been some distance away the destruction of the house is not improbable. A fire had been started in the furnace of the Healey home only a short time before the roof was discovered on fire. Presumably a spark from the chimney had started the fire. The damage is not extensive, but will call for a partial new roof.

Doctors Inquire Into Cases Resembling Smallpox.

Six of the seven doctors of Rensselaer met at the office of Dr. Gwin, secretary of the city board of health, Tuesday evening and discussed the situation with respect to the smallpox scare. Dr. Gwin said and the other physicians agreed, that inasmuch aa even the ablest specialists differed very much in their diagnosis of skin diseases it was prudent to view with alarm anything that resembled smallpor and to require an isolation of cases and if necessary a complete quarantine. So far no eruptions have occurred, in the cases mentioned Tuesday the fever stage had passed and all patients were much improved. This was the course taken in previous cases and is generally preliminary to the breaking out. No alarm is felt that the cases will be serious, as with the exception of the John Marlatt case everything has been very mild, but every care is to be taken to prevent a spread. The doctors discussed the advisability of vaccination and decided not to issue a compulsory order but it was the belief of all present that vaccination should be desired by every person not hitherto immunized. Many applied for vaccination Tuesday evening and others have been given the virus today. Dr. J. N. Hurty, state health officer, says it is the only sure way of elimination and even though not needed at this time it protects the user for all future time.

Two Couples Licensed and Married in Rensselaer Today.

iSquire Delos Dean performed the marriage today of Mr. Ira Roth, of Strawn, 111., and Miss Mary Poisel, of Wheatfield. The groom is nearing his 37th birthday, the bride was 19 last February. Dr. Cumick also had a wedding, the principles being Mr. Otha Spriggs, of Walker township, and Miss Lucy Walker, of Barkley township. Their wedding took place at about 2 o’clock at the Methodist parsonage.

Last Band Concert of Season to Be Held Tonight.

The last band concert of the season will be held this evening, and on account of the charity card party, it will begin at 7:30. Everybody should turn out for the last concert. Folr lowing is the program: Marine Band. Sweet Brier, Overture. Kentucky Home. I am On My Way to. Dublin Bay, Waltz, Elaine. It’s Tulip Time in Holland/ Are You the O’Reilly? March.

Piano Lessons. I have made arrangements to start a class in instruction on the piano at once. Inquire at H. R. Lange & Son’s music store. —H. R. Lange, Jr. CUT FLOWERS. Potted Plants— Ferns, 25c to $1.50 each. Begonias, 10c to 25c each. Geraniums, 10c to 25c each. Special orders for funerals and other occasions furnished on short notice. OSBORNE FLORAL CO., Telephone 439-B.

WEATHER. Unsettled tonight and Thursday, probably rain; warmer tonight south portion; colder Thursday north portion.

There isn't a coat or suit in our ladies’ department that isn't strictly man tailored. 'l. ' * r ROWLES A PARKER.

U. S. TO BUILD FASTEST WARSHIPS

Naval Heads Plan 35-Kno>t Vessels to Cost $18,000,000 Each—Biggest Dreadnaughts Afloat. Washington, Oct. 4.—Super-battle cruisers, bigiger, faster and more heavily armed than any war craft now afloat or building and which will cost $18,000,000 each to construct and to equip will be recommended to congress as a part of the navy building program for next year. Decision on this step was reached today at a conference between President Wilson, ecretary Daniels and Representative Padgett, chairman of the house naval affairs committee. Just how many of the new type of ships will ibe asked for this winter has not been determined, Secretary Daniels said after the conference. Cost of construction of navy craft has risen since the outbreak of the European war with the consequent enormous deYnand .upon American resources, st>me recent steel contracts for the navy showing an increase of 30 per cent over previous prices. The dreadnaughts which also will be recommended for construction this winter, will cost $18,000,000 each, it is estimated, against $15,000,000 for those now building. Part of this increase, however, is due to new hull construction to provide greater protection against torpedo attack. The number of ships of each class to be urged probably will be agreed on soon. The estimates by law must be in the hands of the secretary of the treasury by Oct. 15. Plans for the battle cruisers, Mr. Daniels said, contemplated a speed of 35 knots an hour. They will .be faster than any but the gwift destroyers. In land terms they will equal the speed of railway trains, making more than 40 miles per hour. In size they will equal the largest American dreadnaughts now building and far exceed any now afloat.

Robert A. Brown Elected Grand Keeper of R. and S.

Robert A. Brown, of Franklin, who is known to a number of Pythians in Rensselaer, was elected grand keeper of records and seal of the Knights of Pythias lodge of Indiana Tuesday evening. At the same time Thos. L. Neal, of Lebanon, was elected grand outer guard. Mr. Brown will succeed Harry Wade, for so many years grand keeper of records and seal, and Mr. Wade will become the head of the insurance department of the Knights, which Union B. Hunt held prior to his death. Charles F. Remy, of Columbus, becomes grand chancellor.

Mr. McCray’s Candidacy.

Lafayette Journal. Reports from various parts of the state prove that Warren T. McCray, candidate for the republican nomination for governor, is making a most favorable impression and that his candidacy is meeting with approval. Newspaper comments, letters and interviews indicate that Mr. McCray, although unknown in state politics, is developing unexpected strength. Political writer's express surprise over the strength of Mr. McCray. However, their surprise is easily explained. After years in politics they are inclined to judge a man’s acquaintance and popularity solely by his political prominence, forgetting that there are other channels through which a man may become known. That Mr. McCray has friends in all parts of the state has been demonstrated and evidently they are speaking a good word for him.

There is no denial of the statement that Mr. McCray is very much in the race for the republican nomination. His candidacy is gaining much ground not only on the strength of his acquaintance but for the reason that he has been a successful business man and stock raiser—a man of affairs who is qualified to assume the responsibilities of the governor’s office. And we believe that the very fact that he has hot been identified with state politics is proving a factor in his favor, for it would seem that the people of Indiana want to put aside some of the differences of past campaigns and get down to business. The development of the McCray candidacy has been truly wonderful.

Pianos and Player Pianos. One S6BO Schiller Ideal Player for $465. . Two $550 Lagonda Player $385. One $375 Jesse French & Son’s piano $285. F One $450 Schiller Piano with Wer>sel Nickel & Gross action. Best there made $325. gQne new sewing machine $17.50. 9wwo organs at bargains. 10 lessons given free with every piano. H. R. LANGE & SON. "freshfish.” Halibut, lb. .20e Catfish, lb. 18c Yellow Pike lb 20e Herring, lb. 1 s Trout, lb. 18c OSBORNE FLORAL CO., 1 Phone 439-B.

PRESBYTERIANS MEET AT DELPHI

Evansville Pastor Elected Moderator —Rev. Terhune, of Huntington, Delivers Sermon. Delphi, Ind., Oct. s.—The Presbyterian synod of Indiana was convened this evening at the First Presbyterian ehurch here by the moderator, Rev. Thomas Terhune, of Huntington, with Rev. W. P. Pagett, pastor of the Olivet Presbyterian church of Evansville as state clerk pro tem. Dr. Terhune delivered the sermon of the evening, “The New Orthodoxy.” Rev. John Kennedy, of Evansville, was elected moderator over Rev. Benjamin M. Mince, of Muncie. Rev. Claud R. Shaver, pastor of the Seventh Presbyterian church of Indianapolis, and Rev. W. C. Logan, of the Plymouth churrh, were elected temporary clerks. ' The music for the synod was in charge of Mrs. Luckman, of Logansport.

Jubilation In. Dry Ranks Over Mayor Thompson’s Order.

Mayor Thompson, of Chicago, who is on his way to San Francisco, says that his conscience tells him he was right in making the order to close all saloons on Sunday. Dry forces are rejoiced that he had the nerve to obey his conscience; Chief of Police Healey has said that he will enforce the order of the mayor. It is ertimated that $300,000 was spent over the bars of Chicago every Sunday. Mayor Thompson says he is no reformer, but that he is sworn to obey the law ifhd it says that saloons shall not operate on Sunday. He says that he is not saying whether the law, in his opinion, is good or bad, but that it is the law and that is what he is sworn to enforce. He says that the saloons vyill be closed hereafter on Sundays fbr all time.

SAFETY FIRST. To get the most prompt result when reporting a fire make your report in the following manner to the central office: Fire at ’s; fire plug No. —giving number near the fire. Every telephone should have a card on it with the fire plug number on the card. These cards will be furnished by the telephone office or the news stand. Get your card today. J. J. MONTGOMERY, Chief Fire Department. .•••’' Tiger Special and Champion hats, all styles and colors. New stock just received. See them at Rowles & Parker’s.

AT THE PRINCESS TONIGHT A “THE CALL OF THE NORTH” Out of the Wilderness Came Her Love A Thrilling Tale of the Boundless Snow World.

Gee and Bee Taxi Service Rensselaer’s new Taxi Service is now in operation. All city drives 10c. To the college 15c. Long distance drives at reasonable rates. ■ ", Phone 360. Location Nowels’ Restaurant E. M. BAKER, Proprietor

CANDIDATES TO OPEN INDIANAPOLIS OFFICES

Warren T. McCray to Have Office in Lemcke Annex With Oscar Hadley as Manager. Candidates are getting ready for the busy primary campaign and several will open headquarters in Indianapolis within the next few days, according to The Star. Warren T. McCray, of Kentland, it is understood, will have his headquarters in the Lemcke annex and it is reported that Oscar Hadley, formerly state treasurer, will be in charge of the McCray headquarters. James P. Goodrich, national committeeman and candidate for governor, is to be given a big meeting at Winchester, his home city, Wednesday. Senator Warren G. Harding, of Ohio, is one of the speakers on that day. The headquarters of Mr. Goodrich in Indianapolis will be in charge of John W. McCardle, who spoke in Rensselaer last year. Chas. F. Remy, of Indianapolis, is to be one of the Goodrich managers. The headquarters will probably be located in the Fletcher Savings and Trust building. Mr. Goodrich will not promulgate many planks for his campaign, but will make his appeal to the people as a business man, capable by wide experience to manage the affairs of Indiana.

Quincy A. Myers, formerly of Logansport, but now in Indianapolis, will place his campaign, it is understood, in charge of Elam Neal, former internal revenue collector. Mr. Neal is the father of George Neal, whose marriage to Miss Bel Laßue occurred here last Wednesday. James E. Watson, of Rushville, candidate for U. S. senator, will open his headquarters in Indianapolis soon. It is expected that Col. Edwin P. Thayer will be his manager. Mr. Watson will doubtless respond to many requests for speeches and his magnetic oratory will go a long way toward securing him the nomination. Hon. Hugh Th. Miller, of Columbus, will make a formal announcement of his candidacy within a few days. He was the candidate last year and his splendid character and business ability coupled with his extensive experience will do much toward securing him the nomination. Mr. Miller and his friends will make a hard fight to secure for him the nomination. Arthur R. Robinson and William L. Taylor, candidates for U. S. senator, are both Indianapolis men and both have friends all over the state. The former is the youngest of the candidates. He will appeal especially to the young voters. Mr. Taylor is an able lawyer and a man with ideas and the ability to express them convincingly. He will doubtless make a strong race. While in the primary here he did not run nearly so well as either Watson or Miller his friends are very ardent and will use their influence to secure him the nomination nert March.

PRESIDENT WILSON TO PUSH HOBBIES

When congress convenes President Wilson will have a number of socalled “hobbies” to urge the passage of. Philippine independence, rural credits and a merchant marine under government direction, which failed of passage at the last congress, will be brought up again. It is also asserted that he will have a favorite hobby, namely, government ownership of telegraph and telephone lines. The freedom of the Philippines will be pushed with all vigor, according to a Washington dispatch. The president is determined that the anti-im-perialist declarations of democratic party shall find fulfillment during his term of office.

See Charles Chaplin on the streets of Rensselaer Friday, Oct Bth.

Iff It’S Electrical Ist Leo Mecklenburg do It. Phone 621

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