Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 11, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 15 January 1917 — Page 1

No. 11.

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THE WEATHER. For Indiana, probably snow tonight and Tuesday; not rmfch change in temperature. First Christian Church. Monday. The Boy Scouts of America will meet in the church this evening at 7:00. L. H. Hamilton will speak. Don’t fail to hear him. Tuesday. The Cam(p Fire Girls will meet n the church at 7:OQ. This is a special meeting and every girl should be .3‘ ; —~ Wednesday. ' The Junior Aid will meet at the home of Mrs. Asa McDaniel at 2:30. Mrs. N. C. Shafer will assist in the entertainment of the afternoon. Thursday. The choir will meet for study and practice at 7:30. Every member should be present. Remember the unified service for next Sunday. We are to begin at 9:30 and close at 11:15. Watch the paper for a full account of it later in the week.

Leon Kresler Brought Home.

Deon Kresler, the two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kresler, who was operated upon at Wesley hospital in Chicago last Friday afternoon was brought home today on the 1:57 p. m. train. The operation was for a telescoped bowel and was a very severe one. The youiug patient made the trip in good shape and it is thought that he will continue his rapid His parents were anxious to j et him out of the city on account of the danger of pneumonia. His mother, who has been with him at the hospital, his father, who went' up to the city this morning, and his uncle, Dr. A. R. Kresler, accomp:uned .him honie.

- Order your calling cams here.

® % ® vj -C\ 1 1 Chances to Save Blmiiiininiil Offered Through This Paper - -.' .-■■■■' By carefully reading the advertisements in this paper you can often save money on your purchases. * The things you need may be cffeied just a little bit cheaper today than they will be at any <-• her time. ' . . - - ... . ’. -»4—-—. The new rug for the parlor, the new dining room tabic, the new suit, the sack of flour, the pair 01. sbccs or the new hat may be advertised today at a saving worth ' jF. '7;K- //T ; Don’t lay this paper down until you have J read every advertisement in its columns. Economical people d 3 their buying through advertising and they are putting mojx< y in the bank by so doing.

The Evening Republican .

DRY QUESTION UP THIS WEEK

State-Wide Prohibition Bill Is the - Center Law Is Also Discussed. X’._, . 3 : S>-r ;■ -XX’ - *- .-a-,- --± The statutory state-wide prohibition bill, which if enacted into law, will abolish about 3,000 saloons, is to be the center Of interest in the legislature .this week. It is expected that with the coming of Bryan Friday, the prohibition movement will reach its climax. 'Regardless of the final outcome, the bill is bound to make progress during the week. It is understood the senate committee, to which the . bill was referred, is friendly to the prohibition cause. If so, it is not likely a favorable report for the bill’s passage will be long delayed. But when it reaches the opening debate it’s going to find rough sailing. At this time nobody, knows just how many senators are wet or how many are dry. And it is very doubtful whether or not this bill will be known until the bill is placed upon its third reading for final passage. It will not be at all surprising if several senators who now think they are wet find they are dry after they hear from the “people at home.” And again, some of the drys may discover that they are wet for the same other reasons. The wets claim ifhat the final vote will show 30 to 20 against the passage of the bill —but just what facts they have as a base for their claim is not known. The drys do not seem 'to be discouraged at all' by this claim, and assert with equal positivene’ss that the bill will .pass. It requires at least twenty-six votes for the passage of the bill in the senate. ' It is said that the wets are claiming all of the democratic senators except four and that nine of the republican senators are in the wet column. A hall has passed the senate changing the time of holding city primary elections from March until August. Another bill is now being prepared by a Howard county representative to abolish the whole primary election law 7 and go back to the convention plan. There is, without doubt, a general feeling all over the state that the present primary law has not brought about the results hoped for, and that it has proven a very expensive and burdensome measure to the tax-pay-ers of the state.

Cousin of W. L. Wood Dies At Home In Ohio.

Mrs. Logan Wood received a message this Monday morning from Mr. Wood’s cousin, . Oscar Hinds, of Denison, Ohio, announcing the death of the latter’s father at that place Sunday night. On’ account of. sickness, neither Mr. or Mrs. Wood will be able to attend the funeral, which will He ■ held at Denison Wednesday. Mr. Wood was barely able to re- , turn to Indianapolis, Sunday to attend his duties in the legislature.

Do you know a successful business rr l( .n who does not advertise?. For the successful merchants of this city consult our advertisers.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, MONDAY, JANUARY 15, 1917.

DEATH CLAIMS AGED WOMAN

One of Jasper County’s Oldest Resi- ~ d<?nts Died at Her Home In — Rensse i aeri Mrs. Elvira E. Shields Bull died it the home of her daughter, <Mrs. Smith Newell, in this city, this Monday morning at 2 o’clock. „ She had been an invalid for a great many years and the cause of death was old age. Mrs. Bull was bom in Ohio April 13, 1828, and was therefore almost years of age. When * girl of 17 years she moved to this county and has been a residenit of Jasper county since that time. She was .married to William Bull Dec. 17; 1848. He preceded her to the great beyond, having died July 28, 1913. Mrs. Hull has one brother, Ph il ander Shields, of Franklin, Neb., still living. She has also four children living. They are Mrs. Smith Newell, William Bull, of Barkley township, John Bull, of Missouri, and Mrs, Lilly Carter, of Silver Lake, Ind. She was the mother of eight children and th ose who have passed away, are as follows: Mrs. Jasper Wright, Louis Bull, Ida Bull and Mrs. Henry Barkley. Mrs. Bull was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. The funeral wil .be held at the Barkley M. E. church at 10 a. m. Wednesday and will be in charge of Rev. C. L. Harper, assisted, by Rev. E. W. Strecker. Interment will be made in the Barkley cemetery.

THE GREAT “NICK CARTER” IS DEAD

Man Who Wrote “Thrillers” Was a Quiet Country Gentleman—Real Name Alfred B. Tozer. “Nick Carter” is dead. The famous sleuth has tracked down his last criminal and has rescued his last beautiful niaixjen from the clutches of—the villain. He died a few days ago, when Alfred B. Tozer, a qniet, affable, country gentleman, passed away in his beautiful home on the short of Lake Goguac, near Battle Creek, Mich.; for they were both the same man. Mr. Tozer,, who was not only “Nick Carter,” but a dozen other authors, had been an invalid for three years. He wrote his thrillers until a short time ago, when his hands became too crippled from paralysis to pound the typewriter. He turned out hairraising stories of crime and adventure, sitting at his dignified lesk in his handsome library. When he grew tired of the nerve-racking tension of his tales, he could look* out the window’ upon the peaceful fields and orchards of his estate. Reformers held up his books as responsible *at times for hoys’ daredevil outbreaks, for the running away from home, for this wild rebellion against law and order, but the author himself was a highly respected citizen, leading the simplest life and Waring the kindliest smile. When the Boy Scout movement grew strong, Mr. Tozer began o write a different type of story. Instead of volumes depicting daring hold-ups of the overland express and the drugging of the innocent heroine in Ting Ying Loo’s opium joint, his adaptable typewriter ground out stories of the faithful, efficient, brave and gallant Boy Scout who rises to fame and fortune in the books signed by “Harvey Ralphson.” Les, “Nick Carter” was the same “Harvey RalphS son” whose works are devoured today by thousands of boys as the inspiring, ennobling fountain of Boy Scout gospel. Mr. Tozer was an experienced newspaper man, at one time being city editor of the Grand Rapids Herald. He also was founder of the Sunday Record, of Battle Creek. But for many years he had been kept too busy with his detective and Boy Scout stories to engage in active newspaper work. k

Collegian Received Severe Scalding Last Saturday.

• Vincent Hinmingford, a young student at St. Joseph’s college, was seintn a. hatihtnb of scalding water. Young Hinningford was standing on the rim of the bathtub and while attempting to feel how hot the water was, lost his balance and fell into the tub. He received very painful burns. A physician was called and his bums administered to. He is getting along nicely now, however, and no prolonged pain is expected.

Mrs. A. Eib, of Barkley township, received a message todav informing her that her cousin, Marshall Higgins, -of Joliet, 111., had passed away Sunday evening. Mr. Higgins was 28 greats of age and his death was due to tuberculosis. The funeral will be held at Joliet Tuesday morning, Mrs. Eib having left today to be present. Deceased was named after Judge Marshall, brother of the former editor of The Republican. White cups and saucers, 60c set. Jarrette Has It. ... ',. yf e have some great range coals. Ask aboirt them, phone 7.—Harrington Bros.

SHOULD RECEIVE SOME RECOGNITION

Columbus Furniture Factory Steadily Advancing—lt It Appedated By Our People? - —...... „ If /there is one thing in our city that is not receiving the recognition it deserves, it is the Columbus Furniture Factory, which took over the old match factory .building which had been idle for several years. In this building, which was a rendezvous for tramps and other undesirables, there is now a progressive company which is winning recognition for the city of Rensselaer and is a help commercially and financially to our city. This company started operations last summer, givjng no advance notice of what they were going to do, which seemed to be the habit of so many of the people that aspire to place a factory in our city before it. 3hey’ havd gone quietly and unobtrusively about their work, progressing steadily, adding to their working force each month—many of whom are workmen secured from our own city—as occasion demanded, and the way that this institution is coming to the front it that it will not be very long until this factory will boast of a large working force. The quality of the furniture that this plant is turning out is as good as can be secured anywhere. Shipments are made to all points. The demand for their produce exceeds their output and so far they have been unable to keep up with their orders and at the present time have orders for many months ahead. Skilled labor from Chicago is turning out the chairs, with the aid of home labor. The facilities for the shipment of the product when finished is excellent, and the prospects fqr a .eal large business institution for this city, the greatest it ever had, is at hand. The success of this plant is assurred. The only question at present is to what magnitude will it grow. The Republican has been requested a great many times of late to give more space to our greatest industry and to keep the factory people in the limelight in order that the citizens of our community may not forget that we have a little bee-hive in oiir midst. A suggestion that has been made a great many times, is the one of a banquet for the promoters of this factory and the workmen, to show that the people properly appreciate their efforts and achievements. This suggestion is a worthy one and one that every single person should support. We believe that the merchants’ association of the city should take this matter ufider advisement at once and take some steps toward a fitting reception for them. A gathering of this sort would serve to bring the factory people in closer touch with the Rensselaer business men and make them feel that they are really a' part of our city and that their efforts are really appreciated. . Come on Rensselaer, wake up. Don’t let this matter drift any longer.

Book Review.

There has come to dur desk a very interesting .book fro mthe Rev. Vigi lius H.- Krull, C. PP. S., of St. Joseph’s College. The subject of this volume is “Prophetic Biography of Jesus Christ.” ~ ; We have given this book a very thorough reading and have found it most instructive and interesting. In our study of this excellent book we have realized as never before how completely the Savior in life and works' as recorded in the New Testament, fulfills the prophecy of the Old Testament. The book is written in a very interesting manner and is very readable. The purpose of the book is .well stated in this paragraph at the close of the introduction: ‘‘The following pages have .been written as a token of the love for Jesus, our dear Redeemer. May they inspire the reader with gratitude and love for Him, who redeemed us with His Most Precious Blood.” And also another quotation from the closing remarks: “In tliis brief prophetic biography of Jesus Christ wo have seen from the very .beginning of the human race, ere the Cherubim' brandished their flaming swords before-Paradise to keep the way of the tree of life, the Light of the World -was seen like the dawn of day: and as time wore on, it grew in splendid and brightness until it stood and stands like the bright noonday sun in the sight of an admiring world.” " The work has already readied the second; edition. The price of the volume is fifty cqnts.

‘Hilliard & Hamill FORD PARTY Thursday. Dr, C. E.- Johnson Resumes Practice. Having completed my service with the guardsmen on. the border, I will ■begin the practice of medicine at once. Phone, day and night 211. YOU ARE INVITED. Dr. J. Hanseon r 4he agent for the Overland automobiles, of thia city, extends to all an invitation to see the new beautiful COUNTRY CLUB model now on his «floor. This is the most beautiful 1917 ear made. T Plenty of Anthracite coal on hand. Harrington Bros. Elevator.

Hon. F. Clark Price Is a. Member of Kansas Legislature.

Hon. F. Clark Price, a former resident of Carpenter township ■ and a brother of Myrt, Korah and Antonnette Price, is a member of the upper branch of the Kansas legislature. In giving a statement in reference to each member of that body, the Topeka,Daily .Capital, has the following complimentary sketch of Mr. Price: “Francis C. Price, of Ashland, Clakr county, Thirty-seventh district. Rep. Attorney. One of the most highly respected men ever elected to a Kansas legislature. Served in house of representatives in 1886, session of 1887. Elected to senate in 1888. Appointed district judge in 1889, serving eleven years. Elected to the state senate in 1908, and has served ever since. Slated as chairman of the judiciary committee in the 1917 senate. A strong supporter of the constitution. Intends to introduce a bill to require surety and bonding companies be held to stricter accountability in the state. Author of the “blood or marriage” provision inserted in laws governing appointments by heads of Kansas departments and institutions, forbidding the appointment of relatives to state jobs.” zzz

Income Taxes For Year 1916 Are Now

Those who are fortunate enough to be included under the income tax law may jnly their tax for the year of 1916 any time now. . Postmasters throughout the country are receiving the commissioner of internal revenue and have been directed to distribute to all who apply for them, “Form No. 1040,” on which the return of the annual net income tax for 1916 may be made to the collector of internal revenue at Terre Haute. This return must be made by every vitizen of the United States, whether residing at home or abroad, and every person in the United though not a citizen thereof, having a net income of $3,000 a year or over, including dividends on the taxable year, although the tax has been paid at the source and the return shows no tax liability. Failure to have there returns in the hands of the collector of internal revenue, on or before March 1, 1917, subjects the delinquent to a penalty not less than S2O or more than SI,OOO. Any person whose net annual income is $3,000 or over, though he mav be subjected to no tax under the law. must make return as indicated of suffer the penalty prescribed.

Propose That Germans Be Brought to Indiana Farms.

Evansville men are behind a plan to bring German immigrants to settle land in Kentucky and parts of Warwick and Vanderburg counties, Indiana. An. effort ‘will be made co induce German homeseekers interested in sheep raising and truck farming to take small pieces of ground, with the idea that Evansville, with its German churches, clubs and newspapers, would present additional attractions. German societies are behind the movement.

Ice and Coal Man . Have Their Inning.

The weatherman has been unusually severe for the past two days and Saturday night < was the coldest 7 we* have had during the entire winter, the mercury sinking to 11 degrees below zero. However, it moderated a little Sunday but not enough to give any comfort. The government thermometer at St Joseph’s college registered the following Xor Saturday and Sunday nights: Saturday, maximum 6 below, minimum 11 below. _ : - = Sunday, maximum 9 above, minimum 2 below. Hilliard & Hamill FORD PARTY Thursday of this week.

Court House Rats Give Shower to Newlyweds.

A very enjoySble miscellaneous bsower was given Mrs. Joseph Larsh by two of the court house girls, Miss Ethel Perkins and Agnes Platt, and other friends, at the home of the latter on Saturday evening, the guests being the wives of the cdurt house officials and some of the near office girl friends of the bride. A The home was artistically decorated in pink hearts and pink and white crepe paper and flowers. The color schemeofpinkand white was car- T ried throughout the affair, both in decorations and refreahjimta, guests" departed after bestowing on the bride many useful and nice presents and best wishes for a happy wedded life.

Farmers’ Elevator Company Files Articles of Incorporation.

The Farmers’ Elevator Company of this city has filed articles of incorporation in the secretary of stalte’s office at Indianapolis. The capital is given at $14,000 and the grain and farm produce directors, Frank L. Hoover, Michael Kanne and Charles F. Stackhouse.' -

Abundance of Money.

I can loan you all the money you want on that farm. My rate is 5 .ner cent and my limit is SIOO per acre.— P. D. Wells, Morocco, Indiana.

Special price® this week only on manure spreaders, S4O more than this now at wholesale.— Kellner & Callahan.

TODAY AT THE Olnr TknnlrA Star Tneatre Peggy Hyland in “Saints 2 and TRhners” It Witt Please You. ■' . • • X- •■'■r ~vrTUESDAY Matinee 2 and 3:45 o’clock p. m. : Mary Pickford in her late production of “Less Than the Dust,” by the Artcraft Company, in seven reels of . slpendor. All who can should attend the matinee at 10 and 15e. At night all seats 15c. AT THE STAR 3:45 p. m. special for school children.

St. Joseph’s College Was Defeated By Indiana Dentals.

The St. Joe basket ball team was defeated at Indianapolis Saturday ev--ening by the Indiana Dental College. The score was 59 to 12 in favor of the Dentals. The Sunday Star contained an account of the game and stated that although St. Joe fought like < lions. they were outclassed throughout the game.' They were also outweighed by their city opponents, who have a team of veterans and have been meeting with success .throughout the present sea-on. The Star praised the work of the St. Joseph five, although the Brora was so one-sided. •••«-- The 1< cat five is undaunted by their defeat and promise that this shall be the last one this season. The Dentals will be here for a return game on Feb. 12, when St. Joe hopes to even up matters.

POULTRY MARKET. Jan. 15.—Eggs 40c. Chickens 15c. Other poultry roosting too high to eat. Butterfat 38%c for the week. GRAIN MARKET. ' Jan. 15. is firm. Corn 01c. Oats 51a." Wheat $1.70. Rye $1.15. ..*■ /•' ■. - Real Estate Transfers. Jan. 13. Henry W. Long et ux to Frank Goss, W. D. se 20-28-5, 160 acres, $17,000. Edna Robinson and Margy Kay re- > turned to their homes in Morocco yesterday after a visit with the family of Daniel Robinson, of this city. ““Keep out the cold— Felt and rubber wither strips. Jarrette Has It. (Misses Lula and Lois Hayworth left today for Elwood, Neb., on a visit. From there they 'will go to Caspar, Wyoon., -where they will make their future residence. • D. D. Dean, and C. Arthur Tuteur returned to Indianapolis yesterday, the former to run the legislature and the latter to manage the Public'Service Commission. ■Mrs. Charles G. Spitler went to Wheatfield today.' Malcolm Clark. Jr., her grandson, is not very well and he must have the best care possible. This explains the grandmother’s visit. $1.50 English decorated plates, special SI.OO set. Jarrette Has It. Unless' aid comes within the next forty-eight hours, the city of Chicago will be coalless. The reason for this is that embargoes have been placed on shipments west of Columbus, Ohio. Republican classified ads are proving their worth every day. Sales are made, houses and farms rented, wants attended to, lost articles restored and found articles returned to their owners. Try one of these mediums and be convinced.

Hilliard & Hamill FORD PARTY - . Thursday. The Pythian Sisters are selling tickets for,the shows at the Star Theatre for all performances Wednesday. They will use the money to help pay for the linings they are furnishing for the Jasper county hospital. Hilliard & Hamill FORD PARTY Thursday Of this week. .... L I. N. Hemphill received ,a message today from Greensburg, Kans., stating that his brother, Preston, was in a serious condition and for him to come at once. Mr. Hemphill has been sick since last September, suffering from what is thought to be gall stones. Miss Ma; tie Hemphill, the nurse, was also to come, but it is not known yet whether she win go or not. Mr. Hemphill will leave, tomorrow morning.

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