Evening Republican, Volume 20, Number 158, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 3 July 1916 — Page 1

No. 158.

GAYETY The Glorious 4th comes but once a year. * Celebrate it at the GAYETY 15 and 10c

Nelson, the Hatter, is with us yet, so send in your Panamas. All work done at McKay’s Laundry, Rensselaer. Out of town orders solicited and satisfaction guaranteed. Telephone No. 6 for stepladders, straight ladders and extension ladders. We.deliver. —J C. Gwin Lumber Company. Pony Express, Phone 623.

WIRE YOUR HOUSE NOW No Dirt or Confusion When We Wire Your House We Have the Agency for HOTPOINT Irons, Toasters, Ranges and all other appliances G. E. and Westingham House FANS WORK GUARANTEED AGAINST DEFECTS. L. A. MECKLENBURG Pham 621 Estimates Gladly „ 2*2 Ci««

f AGENCY FOR Root’s Bee Supplies Goods Sold at Catalogue Price Saving You the Freight ■ A limited supply carried in stock. « ' ———UmMWI # ■ r - -«rs* Root's Supplies are noted the world over as the best goods made J \ and the prices 11 are but little, if any higher, than inferiorgoods. BEES FOR SALE ASK FOR FREE CATALOGUE LESLIE CLARK At Republican Office - Rensselaer, Ind.

The Evening Republican.

OIL FEVER CONTAGION WORKING AT THAYER

Operations Start At Once On What May Result in Big Field—4,ooo Acres Leased For Oil. With 4,000 acres of land in Lake and Newton counties leased for oil privileges to the Thayer Oil and Gas Co., and machinery in process tion for drilling, the Kankakee river district for miles around is the scene of activity that may result in the opening up of extensive oil fields. The oil fever has spread in the past week until some owners of land around Thayer think of nothing else. Drilling on land leased from Tho 3. Grant, the ex-sheriff of Lake county, will start at once, it is announced, within four hundred feet from the well that produced 250 barrels of oil a few years ago and led to the formation of the present company, which incorporated as a million dollar concern late in April. As the field is within 30 odd miles of Whiting, where the Standard Oil Company maintains its largest refineries, the promoters state that once they get the oil on top of the ground, they should have no trouble in getting a market. Oil is selling at $1.60 a barrel today. The gas is of great value, also. For six years ex-Sheirff Grant has used gas for lighting, heating and cooking at the house he has on his holdings at Thayer. John L. Walker is representing the Thayer Oil and Gas Co., in Hammond. The company is incorporated to sell a million shares, which are now on the market.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, MONDAY, JULY 3, 1916.

TEXAS RAIDED AGAIN; WILSON HOLDS PEACE

U. S. Troops Sent Across Border In Pursuit of Nine Bandits—Still Tries Parleys. —• V Two troops of Eighth cavalry cross into Mexico at Fort Hancock, Tex., after new raid by bandits. After two trips the troops returned empty handed. Border patrol grows strong as national guardsmen swarm through El Paso to points west. Mexican la-bor-leaders at Washington argue against war. iSay peons want no hostilities with U. S. Washington, D. C., July 2.—Despite another Mexican raid upon American soil, President Wilson indicated tonight that his patience with Carranza has not been exhausted entirely. He still hopes to be able to bring the first chief to reason. An inefficient attempt was made to pursue the bandits who crossed the Rio Grande yesterday near Fort Hancock. Today a larger American force was gathered and authority obtained to pursue the marauders into Mexico. If the third punitive expedition penetrates more than ten miles into Mexico it will face an overwhelming superior Carranza garrison. It is possible that the expedition will clash with the Carranza forces as did the Boyd command at Carrizal. Confirmation of the fact that American troops had been sent iijto Mexico in pursuit of the latest band of raiders was received- at the war department tonight. The raiders are thought to be located at the base of the Quitman mountains in Mexico. The territory is small and it was expected that the American expedition would be back on American soil within 24 hours, according to the war department announcement.

Automobile Licenses Pay 90 Per Cent of Road Cost.

Ninety per cent of the registration and license fees paid in 1915 by automobilists to the states, or $16,213,387, was spent for the building and maintenance of county and state roads, according to a compilation just published by the office of public roads, U. S. Dept, of Agriculture. In all 2,445,664 motor vehicles were registered in that year and their owners paid a total of $18,245,713 for registration and drivers’ and dealers’ licenses. This is an increase of $5,863,760 over 1914, and an increase of 734,325 in the number of vehicles registered. Auto mobile fees now defray nearly 7 per cent of the total amount spent on rural road and bridge building, whereas in 1906 the income from this source was less than three-tenths of 1 per cent of the total expenditure. The growth of the voMme of fees and registrations is noted by the fact that in 1901 New York, the first state to require fees, collected only $954. In 1906 only 48,000 cars were registered throughout the entire U. S. By 1915, however, the number had jumped to ‘ the figure given, so that there is slightly more than one motor car registered for each of the 2,376,000 miles of road outside of the incorporated towns and cities.

Andrew Gangloff, Jr., Married In Hot Springs, Ark., June 28th.

Andrew Gangloff, Jr., who left Rensselaer for Hot Springs, •» Ark., some few months ago for his health, surprised his many Rensselaer friends by being married to Miss Edith Coffelt, on June 28th, at St. Mary’s church in that city. ' Mr. and Mrs, Gangloff returned to Rensselaer Sunday evening for a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gangloff. They have not decided as yet as to where they will make their future residence, but the well wishes of The Republican and a host of friends for a prosperous and happy married life will follow them, no matter where they make their future home.

Enlisted to Get Away From Mexico.

St. Louis, Mo., July 3.—'Howard Truesdale came all the way from Mexico, Missouri, yesterday to enlist in the United States Marine Corps at its local recruiting station. “Do 'jou want to enlist to go to Mexico?” Sergeant Turin of the marines asked the reciruit. •- ‘<No,” was the'reply, “I want to enlist to get away from there.” All of which goes to prove that "Truesdale has little regard for the libel laws and the pretty and thriving seat of Audrain county which he claims as his home.

Have you heard the newest Ford story? “’Get Ham iHfeed.” Fresh home-grown strawberries at Rhoads' grocery every day.

HUGHES PLANNING WIDE SPEAKING TOUR

Nominee Will Start 7,000 Mile Trip Middle of August On Whirlwind Campaign. Charles E. Hughes probably will open his active presidential campaign the second week in August with a 7.000 mile trip to the Pacific coast and return. The nominee is considering an itinerary that will provide for a dozen set speeches to be made at Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, St. Paul, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco and other cities in the territory traversed. The program under consideration provides for a break of two weeks to be spent somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. This would afford Mr. Hughes an opportunity to enjoy his favorite pastime of mountain climbing. Altogether the trip would last from five to six weeks. It would be made by regular trains and would bring the nominee back to the east, ready to begin a whirlwind campaign, the latter part of September. The trip will be a leisurely one, and that is what the nominee’s present intention to confer with state and other party leaders in the various cities. Whatever Mr. Hughes expects to say on the trip he expects to explain in advance. All the issues of the day will be discussed.

Dr. Curnick Preached Patriotic Sermon at Sunday Service.

Dr. Cumick, who made a trip to Fort Benjamin Harrison last week and visited the members of Company M, used his trip as the text of his patriotic sermon at the Methodist church Sunday. 1 In his sermon Dr. Chmick spoke of his visit to the camp and paid a high tribute to our soldier boys, and complimented them highly because every man in the company was brave enough to take the new federal oath and to become a United States soldier. Dr. Cumick stated that our boys are a lot of brave, loyal and true men and' if they should see active service in Mexico they will reflect credit and honor upon Rensselaer. Dr. Cumick further stated that our flag stands for liberty, equality, justice and righteousness, and that the United States of America are the greatest, wealthiest and most powerful nation on earth and while we are not afraid of any nation, yet we desire peace and good will toward all nations. The glory of Old Glory is to make our country in reality a free, noble and Christian country. If we go to war with Mexico, the end will find a united nation whose people are patriotic, self-sacrificing and loyal, said Dr. Cumick in conclusion.

For Dependent Families Of National Guardsmen

Washington, July I.—The Hay bill appropriated $2,000,000 for dependent families of national guardsmen called or drafted in the present emergency, was passed by the house today. The bill, which now goes to the senate, allows not exceeding SSO a month for the dependent families in the discretion of the secretary of war. Representatives Small, democrat, of North Carolina, and James, republican, of Michigan, were the only members to vote against the- bill, whicn passed, 297 to 2. The house today agreed to the conference report on the fortifications appropriation bill, with a total of $25,748,050 money appropriation and $13,800,000 in authorized contracts. An increase of $4,880,050 over the total as the measure originally passed the house is largely in appropriations for ammunition reserves. &

Public Sale of Household Goods, Saturday, July 8, 2 p. m.

3 stoves, 1 cook, 1 wood, 1 gasoline; bookcase, 3 commodes, 3 bedsteads, 3 sets bed. springs, lounge, dining table, rocking chairs, kitchen cupboard, 30 yards ingrain carpet, door screens, window screens, awnings and various other things. Terms —$5" ants under cash; 6 months credit with approved security on sums over $5. JOHN L. S. GRAY.

4th of July at the Gayety. As fine entertainment as one could wish for will be pulled off at the Gayety on the evening of the 4th. A double show will take place and the most beautiful fireworks will be displayed in front of the Gayety hoth before and after the shows. And ah for the small sum of 15c and Nobby Panama hats, $3 50 >.nd $5. different from the common run. —Hilliard and Hamill.

LIEUTENANT WATSON AND OTHERS FAIL

Physical Test Shows That Several of Co. M Do Not Measure Up to Physical Requirements. Word came today from Major Geo. H. Healey at Fort Benjamin Harrison, that several members of M Company failed to pass the physical test, which is required of them, in order that they may go to the border. Major Healey’s short note follows: “You will see by the paper that today's program for visitors was rendered impossible by the rain storm. As I write this at 8:30, it is still raining. Many tents are flooded, and soldiers were sleeping under practical \yar conditions and water run over the ground the tents covered. Several members of Co. M are reported to have failed to pass the physical examination. Second Lieutenant Edward L. Watson, a fine officer and regarded as one of the most efficient drill masters in the guard, lost out on the physical test and an appeal to the highest medical authority failed to secure a reconsideration of his case. Others who are reported to have failed to pass are Herbert Hammond, Dick DeYoung and Glenn Gray, and rumors affecting several others, possibly ten or twelve in all. Among the visitors from Rensselaer tod?.y wore Ben McColly, B. J. Moore, Walter V. Porter, Rice Porter, Devere Yeoman, Ord Yeoman, M. E. Griffin, Joe Myers, Wm. Eldridge, Russell Willitts, Tom Hoyes and wife, Miss Gladys Grant, Mose Tuteur, Leo Tuteur, A. Halleck and family, and John O’Connor. I can’t write more now, owing to lack of time. Major Healey.” A severe wind and electrical storm that broke over Fort Harrison shortly after 1 o’clock Sunday afternoon, sent 3,000 men, women and children at the camp scurrying to shelter tents of the Indiana national guardsmen and caused painful injuries to a dozen soldiers and visitors. Audrey Horeir, of Elkhart, was stunned by a shock of lightning and had to be cared for at the field hospital. The guardsmen responded to every call for their aid to help the men and women to places of safety, and although many of the tents were flooded, personal belongings were sacrificed to the heavy rain and some of the men were drenched with the downpour. Last Saturday Capt. J. J. Toffey, chief blustering officer, sent word to the central department of the army, at Chicago advising that he would send a report the following evening, which was last night,. stating that at least eight companies of the third infantry, of which Rensselaer’s company is a member, would be ready to entrain. Sunday night, however, Capt. Toffey sent an additional report, saying that his report of the third regiment would be delayed until today, Monday. It is certain that eight companies and possibly twelve of the third regiment would be ready by tonight. There are many rumors floating around as to when the companies would entrain for the border but there is nothing authentic about any of them and even the men at Fort Harrison are uncertain as to when their departure Will take place.

Automobile Owners.

“Renovators’ ’and “cleaners” are of little value and in most cases are harmful to any finish and should be avoided- If your car has a metal body be on the lookout all the time for rust, the arch enemy of the steel surface. Call on the painter as soon as the varnish is knocked off on any spot. • For particulars call at Lange’s Music Store, Phone 566. All work guaranteed.

Snappy sport shirts, 50c to $1.50; cool silk shirts $2.50, $3, $3.50; thin sheer underwear, makes hot summer days pleasant. At Hilliard & Hamill’s. NOTICE. We will keep our places closed all day on July 4th. Patrons who wish to bring produce and cream should do so on Monday or the day following the 4th.—C. E. Prior and W. H. Dexter. Notice to Muzzle Dogs. On and aftez July Ist all dogs in the city or coming into the city, must be muzzled. By order of City Health Board.

Electric STOVES W*. Bakock, Jr., Phase 113

PRELIMINARY MEETING OF ORGANIZATION.

To the Farmers of this community and especially to the stockholders of the Farmers' Elevator: Come to the elevator meeting at the east court room next 'Saturday, July 8, at 3 p. m. Be sure and come; we need your presence; we need your prestige. Remember this meeting is of vital importance to the farming industry of this community. Let every stockholder answer this call and by your presence at this meeting do justice to your own interest, the farming interest in general and the directors whom you have empowered to issue this call. This meeting is for the purpose of forming articles of association and for the election of officers and permanent directors. TEMPORARY BOARD.

Notice to Building and Loan Stockholders. Special Meeting.

By order of the board of directors, notice is hereby given that there will be a special meetmjf of the stockholders of the Rensselaer Building, Loan and Savings Association of Rensselaer, Indiana, on July 11th, 1916, at 7:30 o’clock p. m* in the west court room in said city. Said meeting is called for the purpose of hearing the report of the auditing committee for the six months ending June 30, 1916, on the business of the association and for the further purpose of discussing other matters pertaining to the welfare of said Association. B. F. FENDIG, President. D. D. DEAN, Secretary. ✓

4th of July at the Gayety.

Hear the great patriotic song, “Wake Up America,” sung by Marceline Montague, better known as Myrtle Wright. Moving pictures in connection.

NOTICE. Following the custom of the past few years, there will be no edition of The Evening Republican tomorrow, July 4th, in order that the office force and carrier boys may celebrate the day as they see fit.

In case you have forgotten something for your 4th of July picnic, we will accommodate our customers by keeping open until 10 o’clock tomorrow morning, July 4th. JOHN EGER. E. S. RHOADS. Hamillize your head with a new straw bonnet. New York styles. Hilliard and Hamill prices. Fresh lome-grown strawberries each day at Rhoads’ grocery.

Cars Washed Good Service either day or night. Our motto: “Don’t pay unless you’re satisfied. Phone 579 RHOADS’ GARAGE.

NOTICE. Don’t throw away your old stoves because they are- runted or burned out, don’t bake or smoke. I’ll put in shape like a new one for you, replace every piece. Reference furnished from your own. neighbors. I also fix gasoline stoves. All work guaranteed. No job, no pay. Do work on your own premises. E. NEIBURGER ——- Expert Stove Repairer. Call 275 and leave Orders.

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