Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 41, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 19 February 1917 — Page 1

No. 41.

PTHE Q RINGESU TONIGHT John Emerson in ‘The Flying Torpedo' 5 and 10c

Thousands Suffer with Tye Troubles ' Who Attribute the Cause to Something Else Headaches —— Nervousness Stomach Troubles Itching Eyelids Floating Spots before • the Eyes All the above are recognized by medical experts as being caused directly by defects of the eye. Overcome these troubles with glasses.- • ■ CLARE JESSEN OPTICIAN With Jessen the Jeweler. Phone 13.

Anybody wanting trees, ornamental or fruit, see Chas. Pefley, Rensselaer. Ind. Every tree or rhrub guaranteed to grow and true to name. From the Guarantee Nursery Co., Rochester, N. Y. Trees replaced this fall free of charge if they die this spring.

You have a very special invitation to take dinner with the Ladies of the Christian church, Wednesday evening Feb. 21, 1917.

iXsr (JsF S'. f l Kind Mother Use?* ’“Every time mother gets out Calumet I know there’s going to be good things t<reat at our house. Delicious tender, tempting doughnuts, biscuits, rakes and pies! I’ve never seen a bakelay failure with Calumet. Mother lays it’s the only Baking Powder that insures uniform results.” R*c*tv*d High*** Award* N«w C»d Bm> Fnr-Sf / Cou y

The Evening Republican .

Young Couple Married by Rev. Strecker

The marriage of John Osborn, Jr., son of J. F. Osborne, of Hanging Grove township and Miss Esther Stiller, daughter of Mrs. Mary Mellender, of this county, was solemnized at the home of Rev. E. W. Strecker, Saturday evening; Mr. Osborne is a young and prosperous farmer and'his bride has been a teacher in the public schools of Fracesville. Following the ceremony the yong couple left for LaFayette, where they will Visit for a few days. They will reside on a farm in Hanging Grove township.

Obituary of Steward C. Hammond

Steward C. Hammond was born in Jackson county, Indiana, Oct. 24, 1827 and at the age of six years removed with his parents, Oliver and Lydia Hamjnond, to Vermillion county, Ind., and thence to Monticello, White county, where he lived for a short time and in 1837 moved to Jasper county, where he lived continuously until Feb. 16th, 1917, when his life came to a peaceful end at the age of 89 years, 3 months and 23 days. On the old homestead in Marion township, Steward C. Hammond grew to manhood, and on Dec. 13, 1856, he married Rebecca Pillars, who preceded him to the grave, passing away Nov. Ist, 1899. To this union, seven children were born, namely, William, who died at the age of 13 years; Emma, now Mrs. Marion I. Adams, and Joseph P., both of Rensselaer; Rose E., now Mrs. C. B. Harrold, of Spencer, Ind.; Charles G., of Big Rapids, Mich.; May, now deceased, who was the wife of Daniel W. Waymire; and" Bertha, now Mrs. Clinton Brown, of Huntington, Ind. He also leaves to mourn their loss, one sister, Mrs. Mary Sparling, of Arkansas City, Kansas, and many other near relatives and friends. Deceased lived for eighty years, almost his entire life, in Jasper county, and was therefore one of the earliest white settlers to locate in this part of the state, and he, like other pioneers of that time, labored and planned for the development of Jasper county, aiding in each forward movement during his long and active life. A life that in its personal features has been clean and industrious, shedding an influence for good throughout all the years slotted him to live. Deceased was. a life long member of the Free Will Baptist church, and lived a consistent Christian life.

Charles Hammond Returns Home.

Charles G. Hammond, formerly of this county, but now of Big Rapids, Mich., returned to his home this afternoon. He attended the funeral of his father, Steward C. Hammond, which was held at the Methodist church, yesterday. Mr. Hammond’s wife was the daughter of Mrs. James Yeoman of this city. The three children of Mr. and Mrs. Hammond are grown and away from home. Ralph is at Niagara Falls and is a chemical engineer, having taken a course in this at Purdue UniversityRoe is employed as a linotype man on a paper at Jackson, Mich. The daughter, Ruth McGibon, lives at Hindsdale, Montana.

Feb. 19.—Corn 96c, oats 54c, wheat $1.70 and rye $1.25. - r- r— M *

Feb. 19.—Chickens 16c, Eggs 35c, Butterfat 42c. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Remsberg, of Kentland have announced the coming marriage of their daughter, Mary and Mr. James B. Hootman, of Sheldon, 111., which will occur on the 2nd of this month. Miss Remsberg is quite well known in Rensselaer, and it is probable that several from here will attend the wedding.

For streets’ display, public places and lawns. A vase that is of little trouble to take care of and one thai; flowers will do well in, because it will hold dirt and moisture enpugh. The vase will cost $3.00 to $3.25 painted, without' flowers. Now is the time to look up your flowers and shrubbery for spring. J. H. Holden, i

GRAIN MAKET

Poultry Market

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1917.

Mrs. Patrick Lally Died at Indianapolis

Mrs. Patrick H. Lally, well known in Rensselaer, died last Thursday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. W. Dark, in Indianapolis. Mrs. Lally is a sister-in-law of Mrs. G. M. Robinson, of this city. Mrs. Lally had been in failing health the past year,, her condition having grown worse since the death of her daughter, Miss Belle Lally, last summer. Mrs. Lally was taken with pneumonia about two weeks ago and this is given as the ’ direct cause of her death. The funeral was held at the family home in Michigan City on Sunday.

Concrete Posts and Markers for the Roads

Auto associations all over this state and other neighboring states have taken up the question of placing mile posts and road signs along the highways and replacing the old ones. All the old time signs were constructed of wood, but many of t.e new signs will be constructed of concrete. This sort of post can not be easily broken down, will not rot and can not be filled full of bullet holes by persons shooting to use it as a target. The newest posts bear the inscription, “If you must shoot, shoot here,” and bears a target especially painted on the side of the post. Names of towns and distances in concrete letters are also being advocated in many places.

Purdue Championship Hopes Dimimdd By Illini.

The championship aspirations of .the Purdue basketball team were given a severe jolt by the blue and orange of Illinois University, Saturday night on the Urbana floor. The Illini were on the long end of a 27 to 16 score. Minnesota’s win over Chicago the same evening sent the northeners back to the top of the conference ladder, and the indications are, that they are due for a title. The Illini are in second place. The defeat at the hands of the Suckers, practically eliminates the Boilermakers, as they have but one more game to play, that with Ohio State. The only two defeats administered to the Indiana school jthis year were given to them by Illinois.

One of the Strange Stories of the European Conflict

Of the myriads of strange happenings that have drifted in from the battle, the most remarkable concerns two brothers who lived in Poland at the outset of the war. One joined the Russian army; the other was pressed into the German army. The Russian fighter was sent to France, where in a recent attack on the enemy’s trenches he captured his own brother, who as might be supposed is a most williing prisoner.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC We desire to announce that the new undertaking firm, to succeed Calkins and Worland, will be styled, Worland and Sons. Their undertaking parlors are located in the D. M. Worland Furniture building. We are equipped with both motor and horse drawn funeral cars.. Ambulance calls will receive prompt attention. The management will be under the direct supervision of Leo Worland, who is a graduate of the Cincinnati College of Embalming. Office Phone, 23. Residence Phones It will be our endeavor to render the best service possible. Worland & Sons, Undertakers. Frank Faris Dead The funeral of Frank Faris was held in Monticello last Saturday. Frank was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Faris, formerly of Monticello. John Faris was at one time, treasurer of White county. Frank served as city mail carrier in Indianapolis for a number of years, but at the time of his death he was a resident of Oklahoma. He was related to the Farises of Gillam township, also to Wright’s' and Mrs. Medicus of this city. . ' New Mexico’s Second Governor Dies Governor Deßaca died at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Sunday, Feb. 18, of pernicious anemia. He was the second governor of the state. William C. McDonal, now Lieutenant Governor, was the first and Governor Deßaca was his Lieutenant Governor, both democrats. It was because of their exceptional popularity and strong personal friendship, that the situation, unique-in American politics, was brought about.

_ NOTICE. All persons are warned not to trespass upon the lands of J. J. Lawler in Jasper and Newton counties without written permission. Obey this warning and ovoid prosecution.— James Walter, Manager Lawler Ranches. Abundance of Money. I can loan you all the money you want on that farm. My rate is 5 per cent and my limit is SIOO per acre.— P. D. Wells, Morocco, Indiana. Hemstitching and picot edge work done at Singer Store 322 Court Street, Kankakee, 111. Ail goods returned promptly. 16 cents per yard. ? Lyceum Dates. Rob Roys, quartet, March 5.

Shipping of Country Demoralized

The shipping of the country has become demoralized. No goods billet out can be sure of reaching destination if transferred to another road from that on which it originated. This has been largely due to the high prices and breaking of regular contracts 'by various firms. It was customary in the coal trade to contract for regular shipments at stated intervals. The delivery of these shipments had become so regular with the railroads that the car system regulated itself. When these shipments began to be reconaigned to other points without the regularity of destination their return also became irregular. Now a car of coal started from the mines may change its destination a dozen times before it is delivered unloaded, and now this coal is bought up by speculators and often held until it can be sold to the highest bidder. It has become customary now for the speculator to call up by long distance ’phone towns over the country and where they can find the place bare of coal they get almost anything they ask, and a raise of a dollar a ton gives a handsome profit of forty-five to fifty dollars a car. These speculators can afford to assemble cars in the smaller cities and then drum up trade. It is said that if you will pay the price you can get coal on immediate shipment from LaFayette any day and that city is not a coal center. There is such a demand for steam coal that many mines have done away with screening as they can sell the coal for more money, direct mine run now, than they could before the war and screen it. ——.

Grocery Boy Is Arrested for Sending False S O S

New York, Feb. 16.—Charged with sending out a fake SOS message: “We are sinking," William F. Eekoff, a 16-year-old Brooklyn grocery boy, with a wireless apparatus on the roof of his home, was arrested today and held in SSOO bail by a United States commissioner. Louis Krumm, chief radio officer on the battle ship Arizona made the complaint. Eekoff is charged with sending out the message Jan. 21, and signing the signal of the Arlington station. The Arizona’s wireless operator caught the message and assumed a ship was in distress. Investigation showed, however, that the Arlington station had not sent the message. By wireless detective work, Eekoff was located as the offender. He confessed, the Federal authorities say, when arrested.

Matter Will Rest With the City Councils

City Clerk, Charles Morlan has received notice that the bill that has >den pending, which would do away with either the city clerk or the city treasurer has been ratified to an extent. The bill as it has passed the senate provides that the matter of eliminating either the clerk or the treasurer shall be left to the councils of the various cities and towns of the state to do with it as they see fit. The bill has yet to pass the House, jut there is little doubt that it will >e reported upon favorably by them, which will give the councils power to act.

Better Buy Now

Our early sales of farm implements has far exceeded that of any previous year. We had a large stock, bought when the prices were right and we are giving our trade the advantage of these prices. When our present supply is exhausted, we will have to raise our price. Buy now and save money. You cannot buy better implements anywhere. Hamilton & Kellner. The musical tabloid, written by Lon Healy, rendered at the Parochial school hall Friday night, was attended by a large crowd. The tabloid was greatly enjoyed by all, and Lon received many compliments on his clever work.

Removal Notice w .«** 4 l —----- 7 ■ .lx l~i~* I-' ■I T 1 . ~ . ■ ■. \ —---.Z ~~ 77 ~: .. - - ■-- —"~ .- .- _- . . . . ‘ ',’ __j- . _._ZT After Thursday, Feb. 22, we will be located in the Williams-Stockton Building, first door west of the Roth Meat Market, during the erection of our new building. We ask a continuance of your patronage. '-■ —■ — First National Bank ■er.-...-..ijprjk®ta»aw*' ,sl,fi ss ' - ■ ■. ■" 1 ■' . • • 8 ■ -■

The Ryan DitchHow Was It Figured?

An examination of the report in the Ryan Ditch is now on file, considering the area in sections as subdivided by Engineers Yeoman and Head in their article recently published, presents some striking features. Section one (1), the Stump Slough District, heading in Starke and Pulaski Counties, and ending at the Boston Bridge on the west side of the oil field, comprises an area of about 18,000 acres, all draining into the ditch above the bridge. The main line of the ditch from source at 0 to station 517, at the junction of the Gifford ditch and the Pinkamink, as reported, contains 243,838 cubic yards of earth excavation, estimated to cost 8c per yd., $19,507.04. The laterals and Spurs which drain into the ditch above station 517, ten in number, are estimated to cost by the- report $21,551.21, making the total cost of the drain and laterals down into the Gifford marsh in the line of the present outlet, $41,058.25. The assessment on the lands above the Boston Bridge averages over SIO.OO per acre, which would make the amount contributed by this area in excess of $180,000.00. Assuming that the entire assessed benefits of $459,000. will be required to pay costs of construction, location and supervision, the land in this area, after construct - ng its own ditch and laterals down to the center of the marsh, will be paying for its outlet through the rock $138,941.75, as against the $41,058.25 required for its own system of drainage, COMPLETE.

An examination of the profile discloses that at the old railroad grade crossing just below the Boston Bridge, the proposed ditch is but 6 feet deep below the surface of the ground, which would be below the present bottom, and from this point on for about 13 miles, the average fall per mile in the proposed ditch is but 10.8 inches; so it is easy to see that no more than 2% feet additional outlet will be furnished to the upper lands for their $138,000., and even this additional depth will be filled in probably before the ditch is completed, for the reason that the grade above is steep and the flat grade begins just above this point. To boil it down, of each dollar contributed by this district, 23c is to be spent in the local district and 77c beow station 517, digging a channel through five miles of rock, that fewer than a dozen people want. It is undoubtedly true that something should abe done for the relief of this great body of land, whose latent possibilities are dormant on account of the occasional overflow, but n view of the fact that the construction of this, ditch as proposed will be in direct opposition to the advice of nine-tenths of the Engineers, who i iave made surveys of the same, it would appear to me that the exercise of a little “hoss sense,” common justice and fairness in connection with the whole matter would be a mighty good thing to do just at present. Schuyler C. Irwin.

Cafeteria Dinner

The Christian Ladies will serve a cafeteria dinner at the church, Wednesday evening, Feb. 21, 1917. MENU Baked ham and horseradish 10c Stewed chicken and biscuit 10c Dressing. >... ~,_. ... 5c Mashed potatoes.. . 5c Sweet potatoes 5c Baked beans ■... j 5c Spanish riee 5c Escaloped com ..... . 5c Potato salad 5c Bean salad 5c Bread ................... 1c Hot Biscuit 2c Butter 2c Pickles lc Olives ..' lc Cranberry sauce 5c Fruit salad with whipped cream.. 10c Cake .............. • - 5c Pie 5c Ice cream 5c Coffee 5c

Star Theatre Every Day a Feature Adults 10c Children Sc ■ We are pleased to offer air patrcu this weeks exceptional program. - "■■■■■— Monday, Feb. 19, 1917 The American Beauty Featuring Myrtle Stedman Tuesday House Peters in “THE RAIL RIDER” Wednesday Billie Burke in “Glorias Romance” Aho Maude Allen in “THE RUG-MAKER’S DAUGHTER” Thursday Edna Mayo in “THE RETURN OF EVE” Friday Blanche Sweet in “THE DUPE” Saturday . Ethel Clayton and Carlyle Blackwell in “BROKEN CHAINS” Matinee Daily

Will Sell Thirty Head of Hogs

1 -V’I will sell at the Ford sale, which will be held Tuesday, Fdb. 27th, thirty head of shoats weighing fifty to eighty pounds. Good thrifty shoats. James E. Reed.

CoroNA $50.00 “ Weighs 6 Lbs.—Writes Like Sixty teg You ;! can write on this machine even if J; i you never saw a typewriter before. < Come in and we’ll prove it. :■ -tow Prices on Rebuilt Machines.! OF ALL MAKES ;! Typewriter Ribbons for all Ma- <!• chines. The Best Carbon Paper. Healey Jr Tuteur 1; Rensselaer - - Indiana H

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