Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 283, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 30 November 1915 — Page 1

No. 283.

SEE THE OPERETTA “The Nautical Knot” . • AT ELUS THEATRE Thursday and Friday Nights December 2nd and 3rd. / '""■" - ■ * This charming 2-act operetta will be presented by the girls and boys of the R. H. S., who have been in training for a long time and are certain to delight you. Seats are now on sale at the box office. Prices 35c and 25c. *

GEORGE FOX DIED IN SOUTHWEST CARPENTER

Well Known Farmer and Democratic Politician Victim of Disease After Returning Home.

George Fox, a well-known farmer and democratic politician whose home was in the southwestern part of Carpenter township, died Sunday night at about 11 o’clock. In company with his wife he had been visiting since Wednesday in Frankfort. They had returned to Goodland on the evening train and their son, Harold, had met them there with Mr. Fox’s automobile. They drove to the home of Charles Fox, another son, about half way between Goodland and Mr; Fox s home and there had supper. At about 7:30 they started to their home, Mr. Fox driving the car. His son, Harold, occupied the seat with him, and noticed that the car was not running smoothly and reached over and took hold of the wheel, just in time to make a turn that his father would have been unable to make. The car was driven as fast as possible to the Fox home and upon reaching there Mr. Fox was unconscious. A physician called and worked heroically in an effort to save his life but to no avail and death came at about 11 * Deceased was about 50 years of age and is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Charley Fox, old residents of Carpenter township, who now reside in Goodland. He is also survived by his wife, two sons, Charles and Harold, and one daughter, Edith. Mr. Fox had been a candidate on the democratic ticket several times, once for trustee, once for commissioner and once for county council. He was a good man and a thrifty farmer and his sudden death will be mourned by all who knew him. His funeral was held this Tuesday afternoon at the late residence and burial was made in Goodland.

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Brotherhood Gathered To Hear the Evangelists.

The Brotherhood was well represented Monday night at the evangelistic service at the Methodist churchy The men were - given reserved seats at the front of the church. Rev. J. McD. Kerr preached on the forgiveness of, sins and in a strong appeal phowed that all men are sinners in the sight of God and need to repent and call upon God for salvation. At the invitation of the vangelist a number of men •faho belonged to the church came forward for a season of prayer and consecration. Tonight seats will be reserved for the Sunday school teachers and officers and the adult classes. These meetings are gaining in power and numbers and the church is being spiritually awakened along all lines of church activity.. Rev. McDaniels, who is supplying the pulpit at the Christian church, offered the prayer.

Morticello Bcy, New Army Lieutenant, Married Last Friday

Howard Kendall Loughry, of Monticello, now a lieutenant in the United States army, and Miss Madeline Barrett, of Brooklyn, N. Y., were married last Friday. The wedding took place at the Plaza Grand hotel, Fifth avenue and Central Park. Lieutenant Loughry is stationed at Fort Totten in the coast artillery and himself and bride will reside there after their return from a wedding trip to the

Senator Kern Again Chosen Floor Leader By Democrats.

The democrats in their organization caucus in Washington Monday night again elected John Worth Kern, °f Indana, chairman of the caucus arid floor leader of the Senate. Senator Kern was authorized to name a new steering committee of eight members. A plan was proposd to modify the rule of cloture on debate.

Ladies, we’ll give you a price on that coat or suit now. Come and see Rowles & Parker.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA. TUESDAY,- NOVEMBER 30, 1915.

MONON OFFICIALS ON INSPECTION TOUR

President Kurrie and Others Visit Rensselaer and Proceed On Trip - Over Entire System.

The Rensselaer depot, with Agent Beam ip charge, was inspected this Tuesday morning by President H. R. Kurrie and practically all of the higher ocfflials of the Monon railroad. They came here on a special train, which made the first stop here after leaving Chicago. From here they proceeded! to Lafayette and will go thence to Louisville, then back to Monon and then to Indianapolis and Michigan City. It is presumed that the bajance of the week will be consumed in making the inspection. Those who are accompanying Mr. Kurrie on the trip are P. L. McManus, general superintendent; E. P. Cockrell, general passenger agent; A. C. Tumy, general freight agent; W. H. Fogg, superintendent; John Stemm, trainmaster; A. S. Kent, chief engineer maintenance of way; J. M. Caldwell, superintendent of bridge repairs and construction; H. T. Evans, auditor: E. W. Budd, roadmaster; and General Attorney MoCart.

Prof. Otto Braun Heard From Mother In Europe.

Prof. Otto Braun, who was here Sunday, related having heard from his mother in Germany, and that her letter brought him good news. Otto has had three brothers in the German army and he learned that all are still safe. The oldest brother was wounded a year ago but is back at the front. His youngest brother, who has been in the trenches for fifteen montlis, has been called back'home for the winter to teach school. His mother wrote that there was plenty to eirt and no discomforts and that Germany considered that the War was practically won.

To introduce our new brand of hard wheat flour, “Kidder’s Best,” this week $1.40 a sack. Guaranteed perfect satisfaction.—Home Grocery. Hamilton & Kellner sell the genuine Jackson Hill Egg coal.

THE WEATHER. Fair and not so cold tonight and Wednesday.

You Buy a House And Pay as You Ride j V The Pay as You Ride Maxwell can be purchased just as easy as a piano. And the Health of your entire family the increased _ put into your business after getting out into the open each evening will EASY PAYMENT many tames repay you for the payments you make on tips car. Talk it over with Shafer—the mail who made it possible for the citizens of Jasper. yr luAW county to own a car on the vi The 1916 Maxwell —complete in every detail —electric starter and elcctnc tights—one man top demo rims—the biggest automobile Value on the market today—s6ss—and Pay As ou ' Open Evenings The Main Garage THE SHAFER CO., Props. \ Cullen and Cornelia Sts., Rensselaer, Indiana. The only car sold in Jasper county ha eked by a real service station plan in a position to deliver the g about it.

JOHN DUGGINS IN AUTOMOBILE SPILL

Accompanied By Wife and Mr, and Mrs. Ed Booth Had Lucky Accident Near Kidman.

Mr. and Mrs. John Duggins and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Booth and little daughter were In a Ford accident lasft Saturday afternoon that resulted very luckily for none were seriously injured. The car belonged to the Main Garage, where Mr. Duggins had been employed. They were on their way to visit Mrs. Duggins’ parents near Wheafcfield and when a half mile east of Kniman the car went into the ditch and turned over. The top was up and this doubtless saved those in the car from serious injury. The car was damage 4 to the extent of SSO. N. C. Shafer arrived in. Kniman soon after the accident and the damaged car was returned here and will be repaired in the Main Garage.

Jay .Stockton Collided With Telephone Pole Sunday.

While driving with his family Sunday evening in his Ford auto Jay Stockton in making the turn at Susan and Cullen streets ran straight into a telephone pole in front of Bruce White’s property. The car struck the post with considerable force and stuck so fast that it was removed with difficulty and the crank had been driven so far back that the machine could not be started for some time and then by throwing it in high gear and several pushing it until it started up. It was taken to a garage for repairs. Mr. Stockton was slightly injured by striking his chest against the steering gear. No other members of the family were injured.

Received Fine Box of Mistletoe From California.

Mrs. Carrie Brenner sent to Misses Vera and Ivah Healey a box of mistletoe from California. It contained a number of beautiful sprays of this popular Christmas growth. t Nestled in the branches are clusters of white berries, which add to the beauty. Mrs. Brenner is living with the wife of her son, Ensign Brenner, at Santa Cruz, Cal.

Try a sack of Kidder’s Best flour this week, $1.40 a sack.—Home Grocery. House slippers in all colors and styles for children, ladies and men. See our line before you buy. You can lay away a pair until Xmas. ROWLES & PARKER.

WHEATFIELD WOMAN CONVICTED AT WATSEKA

Woman Who Caused Death of Illegitimate Grandchild Given Sentence of One Year to Life.

Mrs. Henry Miller, the Wheatfield woman who was accused in Iroquois county, Illinois, with having killed her grandchild, entered a plea of guilty at Watseka and the judge imposed an indeterminate sentence of one year to life. Mr. and Mrs. Miller were respected residents of Wheatfield, where they lived simple, honest lives. Their daughter involved them in shame by becoming a mother. When her condition was realized she was sent to Illinois, where she had a sister and there the baby was bom. The aged woman felt the disgrace to such an extent that she killed the infant, throwing it into a dredge ditch. When the baby was missed suspicion was directed to her and soon the baby’s body was found and her arrest followed. Notwithstaing the horror of the deed, those who knew the old lady look upon it with much charity and believe that she was driven temporarily insane by her remorse. Her aged husband is crushed by the deed of his wife and is receiving the sympathy of all Who know him at Wheatfield.

The Choral Club will meet Thursday evening at the high school auditorium. Shop early. Christmas is only a few days away. Our line of Xmas presents is complete. See them at Rowles & Parker’s.

O. L. Calkins L«WortaD<L CALKINS & WORLAND Funeral Directors Parlors in Nowels Block across from the postoffice. New combination auto ambulance and fu "« ra | “ r * M Expert services guaranteed In all cases entrusted to Calkins is licensed as funeral director and embalmer in both Indiana and Illinois. Phones 25 or 307

GOVERNOR RALSTON DECLINES INVITATION

Henry Ford Asked Him to Accompany Peace Party But Like Many Others He Declines.

Henry Ford, who is financing the trip to Europe to try to influence the countries at war to terms of peace, has invited a large number during the past few days. Monday evening he sent a telegram inviting Governor Ralston to accompany the party a fid the governor declined in the following note: “I have not persuaded myself that this is the opportune time for peace advocates voluntarily to intervene between the warring nations of Europe. If, however, I felt this was the time to act, it would be impossible for me to abandon my executive duties to take up the work you have in mind, I commend you for your solicitude to end the great world tragedy in the (interest of humanity, and I thank you for the honor you have done me by inviting me to become one of your peace party.”

Editor of Patriot Phalanx Died in Indianapolis Monday.

William F. Clark, aged 74 years, editor of the Patriotic Phalanx, the oldest prohibition paper in the country, died suddenly of heart disease at his home in Indianapolis Monday. He had publshed the Phalanx since 1891.

See our little Paris shop, a complete line of beautiful Merite jewelry at Rowles & Parker's. Try a sack cf Kidder's Best flour this week, $1.40 a sack.—Home ‘Grocery. TWO-SEVEN-THREE—Phone thfis number for Pitson hard coal. There is no better on the market.

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