Evening Republican, Volume 20, Number 67, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 18 March 1916 — Page 1

No. 67.

DRINCESQ F THEATREO Rensselaer’s Quality House TONIGHT A masterly film production, featuring that distinguished American dramatic artiste and favorite Broadway star GLADYS HANSON in the j Absorbing Social Drama • “The Primrose Path” , ' ; ; ' - ' 7 - By Bayard Veiller, author of Within the Law. 5 Superb Reels A really high class feature. - I Seeburg Pipe Organ Orchestra. Adm. 10c and sc. 7 O’clock

Alice Bell English One Of Lafayette’s Prettiest Babies.

During baby week in Lafayette Mr. and Mrs. Walter English, now of That city, entered their baby in'the perfect baby contest. There were 312 entries and each baby was examined to determine which was the nearest perfect physically. Alice Bell, the English baby, was ineluded after the first eliminations which had set out all but 71 of the 312 entered. Mrs. English and the baby were visiting in Rensselaer when they secured a call to come back home for the further investigation. The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. English and of Miss Alice Bell herself are hoping that she will be chosen as the “perfect baby.”

Presbyterians at Cafeteria Realized Over Hundred Dollars.

The ladies of the Presbyterian, church gave a delightful cafeteria dinner Friday evening. Being St. Patrick’s day the ladies at the tables each wore a green hair ribbon and green apron and the use of green was otherwise employed in appropriate manner. The dinner was largely patronized, a little over SIOO being taken in and those who dined at the church were outspoken in praise of the excellence of the menu offerings. It was one of the most pleasing church cafeterias of the year.

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If you want to save FIVE or TEN DOLLARS on a grain binder you must place your order before April T, 1916. We sell the Deere and Deering.—Hamilton & Kellner. Our Lental Bargains for This Week Only ‘‘Gold Medal” flour, equal to any flour made $1.60 Sardines in oil, 4 cents a can, 3 cans for 10° Mustard sardines in large cans, 8c; 2 cans for 15c Pink salmon, per can ...8c 1 lb. bricks boneless codfish, per brick Large lake herring salt fish, per pound -‘fie salt mackerel, per lb 15c Lenox soap, 10 bars for 25c Fancy California evaporated peaches 4 lbs. for . ..4!5c We have unloaded another car, forty thousand pounds, of H. and E. cane granulated sugar, the best sugar made. '. .——■■ Phone 54 John Eger

O, L Celkte Lee Warted. CALKINS & WORLAND Parlors in Noweb Block across from the postoffice. New combination auto amoulance and funeral car. Rrnert services guaranteec in all cases entrusted to our care. Mr. (Sirine is licensed as funeral director and embaheor hi both laffiaria and Illinois. Phones 25 or 307

The Evening Republican.

Some Do; Some Don’t Like The New Primary Law.

The Benton Review’ says the majority of the people are well pleasec with the primary law. Over this way the majority of the people remainec at home and did not vote at all. Whether this can be considered as opposed to the law or not we are unable to say, but it at least shows that voters are not very enthusiastic about the primary. There were some who openly expressed their displeasure, a good many who grumbled and occasionally reports were made of persons who went to the polls, declined to accept identity with any party and refused to vote. Various queer reports were told about the ballots that were reported. In one instance a progressive ballot is said to have been marked on each side of each name. In another instance a democratic balolt is reported to have been nicely folded up but when opened a circle had been drawn, around the names and the letters “B. S.” inscribed on its face. ' The primary law, however, is not without its defenders. It at least offers the opportunity for every voter to express his choice of candidates. The criticism of the delegate conventions was augmented by the failure of the voters to attend the conventions and name their delegates. The fault will' now lay directly with the voter if he fails to go to the polls.

In Jasper county there were no local contests to enthuse the voters and they would not drive several miles through the mud to vote. There were many, to be sure, right in town, who declined to go to the polls. If a man fails for any reason to vote he should make no complaint about results. This would not bind him to support the choice of his party at the polls, for the greatest freedom should extend to every voter and the constitution gives this guarantee. The primary may need some changes and one voter expressed himself to The Republican in a very positive manner in favor of cutting out the second choice voting and having the candidate with the largest vote named. Others favor limiting the primary to the naming of county and district tickets, including delegates to the state convention, but not burdening candidates for state office the expense of the long campaign. It is quite certain that no candidate for governor or United States senator can go through a primary campaign without devoting almost all his time for several weeks and the expenditure of several hundreds or perhaps thousands of dollars. It is not the poor man’s way of getting a nomination. Jasper county can not pass fair judgment on the law until there has been a contest for local offices. This year it cost the county several hundred dollars and aside from United States senator, governor, congressman and state representative there were no contests. The same result would have been attained without any costr at all by the old delegate system. Two years from this time there will be nominations for almost all the lucrative offices in the county and it is certain there will be lively contests. It is time for those who want office to begin themselves and preparing to have their pictures taken, for newspaper publicity is essential to getting a nomination and people like to see the picture of the man they are going co vote for.

HEARD IN PASSING. - The ladies of Rensselaer have some very interesting news to talk about now that C. W. Eger’s Aluminum Club is under way. Some say they don’t understand how such High Grade Aluminum can be offered on such attractive terms. —Adv. Auto Truck For Hire. We have an auto truck that will haul up to 1,200 pounds for hire for rapid deliveries in city or short country trips.—(Motor Service Co., Phone 566. Two doors north of Rowles & Parker’s Grocery Dept. . Seeour-line'of carriages, buggies and harness before yotf buy.—Hamilton & Kellner.

THI WXATHEB. Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday; warmer tonight east partion; colder Sunday north and central portions.

RENSSELAER. INDIANA, SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 1916.

DIVORCE SUIT FILED BY MRS. SAM DUVALL

Alleges Husband Cursed and Struck Her and Was Guilty of Inhuman Treatment. Through her attorneys, J. A. Dunlap and A. Halleck, Mrs. Pauline Curnick Duvall has filed a complaint for divorce from her husband, Samuel 0. Duvall. The complaint, with a few omissions, is as follows: The plaintiff says that the plaintiff and defendant were duly married on June 17, 1914, and lived together until Jan. 27, 1916. That during all this time the defendant was guilty of cruel and inhuman treatment of the plaintiff in this: That within less than two weeks after the marriage the defendant cursed the plaintiff and struck her with his. fist on a public street in Rensselaer without any fault or provocation whatever on the part of the plaintiff other than the fact that the plaintiff had spoken to an acquaintance whom she met on the street, while she was in the company of the defendant, after the defendant had forbidden her to speak to said acquaintance.

That shortly after the marriage the plaintiff and defendant took a trip to Michigan and while on the trip, without any cause, the defendant became angry; cursed the plaintiff, called her vile names and on one occasion struck her. That after the trip the defendant and plaintiff lived with the former’s parents, during which time he often cursed and abused her. That on one occasion the defendant called on the plaintiff’s father and told him to come and get her and take her away, and when the father came for her, he changed his mind and forbade her to go away and her father to take her away, a That a few days later the two took up their residence with her parents, where they stayed and ate with,the family without payment of any rent or board. That during their stay here the defendant frequently became angry and cursed and called the plaintiff vile nhmes and abused the plaintiff’s father and mother in their own home.

That afterwards the defendant purchased a house, where the plaintiff’s furniture was moved and the defendant purchased other furniture on installment plan, Here they continued to reside until final separation. That during nearly all the time the two were married the defendant ran a hack line which with the automobiles used were purchased mainly with money and security furnished by plaintiff’s father, Paul C. Curnick. That the plaintiff often got up in the morning and went away on his trip apparently in a good temper, but many times returned very angry until the plaintiff became afraid of the defendant and dreaded to see him return home. That on Jan. 27, the defendant flew into a violent passion and cursed the plaintiff in the presence of her mother and struck both plaintiff and mother with his fist. That on the same day when the plaintiff’s father came to their home the defendant said to him that they had had some trouble and had decided to separate and for him to take his daughter home or send her to Evansville; ‘that she was making a hell of his ilfe,” and her father said: “That is a serious matter, Sam; do you know what you ara saying?” That afterwards on said day the plaintiff went to the home of her father and while she was away from the house the defendant himself, on his own initiative, packed most of her wearing apparel and some of her personal effects in the plaintiff’s trunk, ready to be taken away. And the plaintiff says further that during all the time they lived together he earned $25 to SSO per week in his business but he never furnished the plaintiff during said time with an amount to exceed $3 for maintenance of the house and purchase of provisions. That on one occasion • the defendant took at least $40.00 With him when he went to Indianapolis for an indefinite stay, leaving the plaintiff 35 cents for her support during his absence. That although the defendant earned much money in his business he refused to pay his debts to such a degree that the plaintiff was unwilling to Attempt the purchase of necessary supplies on the credit of the defendant. That to save the plaintiff from embarrassment by her husband’s condition, plaintiff’s father for some time pAid and satisfied debts and liabilitiesT: and advanced the T ddJatot money in the aggregate amount of about SI,OOO, none of which indebtedness was contracted by the plaintiff. That the plaintiff and defendant separated on the 27th day of January, 1016, and have not since lived

FUNERAL OF ROY SCOTT HELD FRIDAY

Young Man Who Was Victim of Cancer Passed Away at Father’s Home at Age of 27. The funeral of Roy Raymond Scott, aged 27 years, one month and 28 days, was held at the home of his father, John Scott, in Barkley township, Friday morning at 11 o’clock, being conducted by Rev. G. F. Cramer, pastor of the Barkley M. E. church. Roy’s death occurred Wedensday night. He had been a sufferer from a cancer of the lower lip and had made a brave but losing fight against death. When it first started the cancer was only a small lump on the lip. He went to Indianapolis for treatment and the lump was removed but it soon developed again. He then tried various treatments, finally going to the Mayo Bros, hospital at Rochester, Minn., where a quite extensive operation was performed. After being home for some time the growth again started and he returned to Rochester but was informed that another operation would not again be undertaken. Discouraged but still keeping up his nerve Roy came home and was as brave as could be to the very last, although he suffered intensely from the pain. He was a strong and rugged young man and the only son in a family of six children and his death is a great loss to his parents, who have the sympathy of all who know them. The following obituary was read at the funeral:

Roy Raymond Scott was bom in Vermillion county, 111., Jan. 17, 18891, and departed this life at his home in Barkley township March 15, 19’6, at 11:15 p. m., age 27 years, 1 month and 28 days. He was the son of John and Rosa Scott and was a young man og good character and liked by all who knew him. He had been a great* sufferer from cancer of the face for almost three years but bore his sufferings patiently ustil death relieved him and he passed peacefully away His mother and infant brother preceded him 25 years ago this month. He leaves to mourn their loss a father and step-mother, five sisters, Mr.s Nellie Williams, Rensselaer; Mrs. Myrtle Bunnell, Delphi; Mrs. Daisy Wood, Mrs. Bessie Chapman, of Milroy, and Mrs. Gertrude Sunderland, of Hanging GrOve, and a host of relatives and friends. A precious one from us has gone, A voice we loved is stilled; A place is vacant in our home, Which never can be filled. God in his wisdom has recalled his ' boon his love has givelt and though the body molders here, the soul Is safe in Heaven.

Rank Foolishness. You occasionally see it stated that colds do not result from cold weather. That is rank foolishness. Were it true colds would be as prevalent in midsummer as in midwinter. The microbe that causes colds flourishes in damp, cold weather. To get rid of a cold take Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. It is effectual and is Highly recommended by people who have used it for many years as occasion required, and know its real value. For sale by B. F. Fendig. C LOST One thousand dollars every season by the citizens of this dty by throwing away their old hats. They can save this money by having them cleaned, blocked, finished and v retrimmed by Nelson, ‘the Practical Hatter, located here for a. few days at McKay’s Laundry. All work guaranteed or money back. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC. As I have been two years building up my auto bus business between Rensselaer and Remington until it is on a paying basis, which has proven a great convenience to the public, and as I have now met with competition, I am asking the public’s support and continued patronage to the old reliable line. Leave your telephone calls with Makeever Hotel, Central Garage and my father’s residence in Rensselaer and O. H. Peck’s department store in Remington. With many thanks for your past patronage, I remain at your service. Fare 75c. SAMUEL O. DUVALL, -Prop, of the old Rensselaer and Remington Bus Line.

or co-habited together. That since en the plaintiff’s furniture and cooking utensils which were given to her by her parents and now has possession of them and claims to be the owner of them. The plaintiff asks that she be granted divorce and that her maiden name of Pauline Curnick be restored to her, and she be by the court lound adjudged to be the owner of the furniture, cooking utensils and other arare her separate property, and were given to her by her parents and friends and that she have all other proper relief in the premises.

TITULAR CHASE NARROWS DOWN

Martinsville, Lafayette, Crawfords viile and Vincennes Remain Titular Contest Tonight. RESULTS THIS MORNING. Lafayette 60; Liberty Center 19. Vincennes 22; Valparaiso 16. Crawfordsville 36; Kokomo 21. GAMES THIS AFTERNOON. Lafayette vs. Martinsville. Vincennes vs. Crawfordsville.

The second round of the state basketball meet was finished tms morning when three games were played, and when they were finished but four of the teams in the sprint for the state flag remained, viz. Martinsville. Crawfordsville, Lafayette and Vincennes. Two skirmishes this afternoon between Lafayette and Martinsville and Vincennes and Crawfordsville will decide which two teams will meet in the climax of the greatest basketball meet ever held at Bloomington. Three of these teams are worth y of the honors that a state championship can bring. The team fighting tinder the colors of Vincennes has sprung a surprise but are hardly taken seriously in the fight with Crawfordsyille this afternoon, hence nothing but a miracle will keep the Montgomery lads on the sidelines tonight. Lafayette, Crawfordsville and Valparaiso have battered down the opposition and fought their way to the finals in brilliant fashion and any attempt to pick a winner from these three teams would be folly. All three have crushed their foes in a decisive manner, and not a single game in which they have participated was there any doubt about their supremacy.

In the opening game this morning the Jefferson five from Lafayette battered their way to victory over the Liberty Center team, crushing them by the overwhelming score of 60 to 19. After the Lafayette squad had piled up a safe lead a number of substitutes were rushed into the fracas in order that the regular squad might rest for the harder game to come. Lafayette was more fortunate in her draw than either Martinsville or Crawfordsville and if there is any advantage this way it is probably in favor of the Lafayette team. Vincennes edged out Valparaiso in a hard fought game 22 to 16, eliminating them from the title fight and earning their way into the semi-finals. Crawfodrsvilel trounced the Kokomo five which was rated high by most critics but were forced all the way. The score was 36 to 21. No upsets marked the first day’s meeting of the basketball tournament contenders, and the morning games also ran as it was expected they would. At the close of yesterday’s performance there were but seven teams left in the tournament and the three-morning games today left the number of teams still in the title hunt at four. The jsgjnFfinals were being played a% -TKe* Republican went to press? The final game will be played this evening, and indications point to it being the most bitterly fought of any final game that has been played since the state meets have become an annual affair. Lebanon was the first victor in the 1916 basket tourney, downing the Bloomington five in the championship chase. The Lebanon five did not show the form that was expected of them, although they defeated the Bloomington lads 25 to 15. Their shooting did not warrant their staying in the meet very long and such was the case later in the day. Martinsville won the next game of the day when they defeated the Washington township quintet in easy style, having 53 points to the latter’s 22 at the finish of the fray. Try as they might, the Washington five could not repulse the onslaught of the Morgan county team, which is looming up as a mighty powerful aggregation of tossers and has created fear in the hearts of the rest of the teams in the tournament.' It would not be at all surprising to find this five in the final game tonight. Liberty Center took the measure of Elkhart in the third title game, winning 28 to 25. Neither team showed championship caliber and Liberty Center was certain to be defeated when they meet in the second round. Crawfordsville z met Clinton and these two teams were almost even? up at the end of the first half, but the Montgomery lads started the second hats with A rush and^c antere< i home to an easy win, 49 to 17. * Martinsville and Lebanon met Friday evening in their second battles of the day and again the water drinkers showed their class by winning 16 to 13 in the hardest fought game of the

LEW FIELDS will appear AT THE REX THEATRE Saturday Matinee and Evening In his rollicking laugh provoking 5 act comedy 6 in ‘OLD DUTCH’ Supported by Vivian Martin, Geo. Hassall, Marie Empres, Chas. Prince and Charles Judeis. These stars ire famous in Twin Beds, High Cost of Living, etc. No advance in price. .Admission 5 and 10 cents. THE REX THEATRE

Roy Stiers Building New Store at Lee on Old Site.

Roy Stiers, whose hardware and impelment store at Lee were totally destroyed by fire several weeks ago, has had his insurance adjusted and has started the building of a new store room on the pite of the old. It will be the same measurements, 32x40 feet. As soon as completed Mr. Stiers will put in a brand new stock of hardware and implements.

Manual Training Makes $26.65 At Picture Performance.

Students in the manual training classes of the high school sold tickets for the Rosary, which was given at the Princess Friday afternoon and evening and was attended by large crowds. Prof. Waas, of the manual training department, managed the ticket sales, attained excellent results, large crowds were present at all perform ances, and the manual training department realized the snug sum of $26.65 fior its part in the ticket sales. The performance was fine and everyone was delighted.

The Stork Special.

Bom, Friday, March 17th, to Mr. and Mrs. Dale Warner, at the home of her mother, Mrs. G. M. Robinson, a daughter, who has been christened Mary Katharine Warner. The father, who graduated last year from dental college, is now practicing at Okcema, Okla., where he will be joined by his wife and baby at a later time.

Notice of Dissolution. I have withdrawn from the Motor Service Co., retaining itr former business location. All accounts due that company up to and including Feb. 19th are due and payable to me.—M. J. Schroer. Ast your neighbor about that new Nisco spreader he bought of Hamilton & Kellner. NOTICE. To all comers. Am now ready to run my concrete mixing machine. Reasonable rates by the hour. Get your dates in early. H. A. Quinn, Rensselaer, Indiana. Phone 477.

LADIES When irregular or delayed tfße Triumph Pills. Safe and always dependable. Not soldatdrug stores. Do not experiment with other*, gave fljeiup'v p ointment, Write for "Relief” and particualrs, it’s free. Address: National Medical Institute, Milwaukee, Wis. ' <' j ' "" day. Lebanon had been picked by most of the sport writers of the state, but what they based their conclusions on is beyond us. Lebanon’s record for the season was only fair, and outside of Thorntown there was no team of class entered in the sectional tournament won by this team. Kokomo trounced the Seymour five 37 to 13 and showed a speedy attack, but are not expected to survive until the finals. Vincennes downed Brookville in a slow game but stand no show of annexing their game with Valparaiso this morning. Valparaiso put one of the favorites in. the tourney out of the way when they came to the wire m thelead of the Cicero five 34 to 23. One of the most interesting games of the day was; that between Hopewell and Jefferson, which the latter won 39 to 27. The winner stands a great chance of Annexing the banner. ■“ ' • ’‘ ' i"'-* "i

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