Evening Republican, Volume 59, Number 79, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 24 April 1917 — Page 1

No. 79.

PTHE 0 RINCES 0 ■' —— TONIGHT —■ I Anita Stewart and Earle Williams in "MY LADY’S SLIPPERS” Written by Cyrus Townsend and Produced by Ralph W. Ince. 5 and 10c

, NOTICE. - Will sell my household goods at auction next Saturday, April 28, at 2 o’clock in front of my residence. Mrs. B. G. Oglesby. L.. u ICE FOR RESIDENCES. For this year our price will be 40c per 100 lbs. 1,000 lb. book ,$3.75 if paid in advance; 2,000 lb. book $7.50. We are now delivering. Phone 104. WHITE & LEE.

... •* ; • ,x X' ~ ’’* -*“* '/t.. - u. x --~ ; *■■.'** " '— ' ■. * a. ? / Farm for Sale 440 acres in the Grand Clover and Dairy Belt of Wisconsin, all fenced with wire and cross fenced. 240 acres cleared, black loam clay soil, 1-2 mile from school, church and cheese factory condensery close by, 6 miles from railroad, good buildings, running water, smooth, level land at a bargain of $65 per acre. Will sell in body or small lots. C. F. WALLACE, Prop. Route 5, Steveps Point, Wisconsin

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The Evening Republican .

Germans. Attack Russia From Land, Air and Sea. Undoubtedly Germany is now ready to begin the Spring’ Drive against Russia. A gigantic effort under Von Hinderiberg is just about to begin with the purpose being to cut off the Russian army from tihe capital and. their main base of supplies. If Ger* many is able to do this and still keep up the tremendous conflict in France she must have a man power far superior to that accredited to Her by military critics.

British Gain But Losses on Both Sides are Large.

> Arras is the scene today of one of the greatest battles ever fought. The Germans have received strong reinforcment and are making desperate effort sto retain the ground now occupied. In spite of this the British are making gains but at an awful sacrifice of life.

Christian Church Board To Entertain Members.

At a meeting of the official board held at the First National Bank last week, the Christian church board decided to invite all the members of the church to attend an entertainment and social to be held at the church Thursday evening April 26th. There will be a program and light refreshments and a general social time. It is the hope of the (board to have every resident- member of the church present. Committees on program and entertainment have been appointed and all the work necessary for the meeting will be done by the members of the board. " All members of the church are urged to help advertise the meeting and to be present without fail. The purpose of the meeting is purely social and all can help make it an interesting and happy occasion.

TODAY’S WAR NEWS

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 1917.

CLYDE BURRIS TAKES TRIP TO THE PEN

Quick Justice Meted Out to Man Implicated In Robbery of Lee Stores With Others.

Clyde Burris was arrested by Sheriff McColly at 9 o’clock Monday night and had his noonday meal in the prison at Michigan City, where he was taken by the sheriff of White county in company with four other men, whose destination was Jeffersonville. The five men were foundguilty of the robbery of the Lee stores last week, and sentenced to serve terms of from two to fourteen years. Burris being over thirty years of age, will be forced to spend his time at the state prison at Michigan City, while the other four must do the lockstep inside the prison walls of Jeffersonville, as they are under 30 years of age. Authorities recently recovered some of the stolen merchandise which was taken from the stores of J. A. Gulp and Jacks & Son at Lee, and since that time have been busily engaged in finding an accomplice of the four men. Suspicion pointed to Burris and on oMnday night a search was made of his house in _ Barkley township, where the following oods|were recovered: 80 pounds of lard, 4 razor hones and 7 blades, six new knives, a kit of taps and dyes, traveling bag, trunk filled with tools, a pair of rubber boots belonging to Clifford Parkison, of Pleasant Ridge, a revolver, Prestolite tank and a speedometer. The majority of the stuff was identified as belonging to Jacks & Son, and some of it is thought to have been stolen at other places. A motorcycle which had been taken apart was also found in the possession of Burris, and is thought to belong to a Wheatfield man, who will be here today to see it. The engine of the motorcycle had been removed and placed behind an organ at* the home of Burris, while the rest of the machine was found in a shed at the rear of the house. Burris lives on the Victor Yeoman farm in Barkley township and for some time has borne a shady reputation. Sheriff McColly had him takep to White county and he was sentenced in the White circuit court this morning and was soon on his way to the state penitentiary: Justice is being meted out with alacrity iby the courts of this section and culprits should find a healthier zone to work in in the future. Burris is a married man with four children and his detention in prison will undoubtedly work quite a severe hardship upon his family.

FOES OF DRAFT BILL ARE FIGHTING HARD

House Stages Hot Talkfest on Bill — Advocates Predict Eventual Passage in the House. Washington, April 23.—With both houses of congress debating the war army bill today, it became more than ever apparent that there is no fight over whether a great army shall be raised, the only question being wthat strength can be mustered by opponents of the administration’s “selective draft plan.”____ ~. ' In the senate passage of the general staff bill, virtually without change, is regarded as certain; on the house ride the president’s supporters also are confident of success, though the contest there will be bitter. Discussion in the senate may continue until Saturday, but the house, under a tentative agreement for eighteen hours of general debate, probably will be ready to vote by Thursday. Most of the speeches in the house were in favor of the administration plans, after Representative Dent, of the military committee, had made an opening statement earnestly supporting the bill as amended by his comittee to authorize calls for volunteers, with provision for applying the draft only if the volunteer system fails. Chairman Chamberlain of the senate committee ’■ said tonight that he might seek unanimous consent on Wednesday for a vote that day or on Thursday. He said he did not now expect to endeavor to use the new colture rule, both because he was not certain he could get the two-thirds necessary to invoke it,and because it might result in more talk than would follow in the normal course. The first speech for straight-out conscription in the house was made by Representative McKenzie, of Illinois. i . , , , “Are we going to rest the burden upon the brave men who are willing to volunteer?” he demanded. “Or are we going to divide the burden among them all and make every man perform his duty to his country ?”

Marriage Licenses.

April 21.—Lee Steward Adams, born Jasper county, Indiana, Oct. 18 ; 1894, occupation automobile salesman, and Marguerite Brown, bom in 11diana Aug. 18,1896, occupation housekeeper. First marriage for each. • April 23. Henry John Regus, bpm in Louisiana Nov. 20,1893, occupation baker, and Madeline Ramp, bom in Hammond, December, 1891, occupation teacher. First marriage for earn. Francis Harrington, bom Illinois, Feb. 22, 1889, present residence Ker'sey, Ind., occupation railroader, and Polly- Stevenson, bom Ohio April o, 1898, occupation housekeeper, present residence Kersey. First marriage for each.

PRETTY WEDDING AT CATHOLIC CHURCH

Miss Madeline Ramp Became Bride of Mr, Henry Regus, of. New Oriteans.

This Tuesday morning at nine o’clock there was one of the grandest ustine’s church in Rensselaer. The marriages ever solemnized in St. Aughighly accomplished high school teacher, Miss Madaline Ramp, was maVried with nuptial high mass to Henry' J. Regus, a prosperous and congenial business man of New Orleans, Lar John Ramp acted as best man. Miss Martha Ramp acted as maid of honor. They were accompanied by the little twins, Helen and Ellen Ramp, daughters of Mr. 'and Mrs. Louis Ramp, a brother of the bride. The bride wore a white silk and tulle veil and carried a prayer -book and rosary. The maid of honor wore pink pussy willow and georgette crepe. The groom wore conventional black and the best man midnight blue. The maid of honor carried pink roses, the flower girls in white net carried baskets of pink and white sweet peas. The bride was given away at the communion rail by her oldest brother, Louis Ramp. The nuptial mass was .chanted by a friend of the Ramp family, Rev. Virgilaus Krull, C. P. P. S., whose brother, Nicholas Krull, married the oldest daughter of Mrs. Louise Ramp, about twenty years ago. All the nearest relatives attended the nuptial mass. After nuptial mass a sumptuous luncheon was served at the home of the bride. oßth the pastor, Rev. Christian Daniel, and the celebrant, Rev. Virgilius Krull, and a host of other friends congratulated and felicitated the bridal couple. In the afternoon of the wedding the young couple started on their extensive trip, which- will terminate . at New Orleans.

City Council Proceedings.

The city council met in regular session Monday evening with Councilman Kreger absent. The following business was transacted: Petition of F. M. Haskell et al to extend water main on Kannal avenue to Park avenue referred to the water committee. In the matter of oiling of streets, the petition of E. J. Randle et al, city clerk showed proof of publication of notice and M. J. Erehart filed bid. On motion bid was accepted and JErehart awarded contract and the attorney was instructed to prepare contract and Mayor authorized to sign it. Garden committee. The mayor appointed Moses Leopold, J. J. Montgomery and H. R. Wood as a committee to investigate matter of procuring vacant lots or a tract of ground for garden purposes under the supervision of Prof. Stoneburner of the city schools. Trustees of Weston cemetery reported. Read and approved. Finance committee. On motion the mayor was authorized to sign bond for Scott street drain improvement to be filed in commissioners’ court. . The regular claims were read and allowed.

New Case Filed.

Petition to have Ophelia Potts declared of unsound mind. Filed by Attorney Abraham Halleck. At the present prices of materials it’s cheaper to buy bread than bake it. If in doubt try a loaf of potato bread and be convinced of the quantity am quality. ROWLES & PARKER.

LOCAL GRAIN MARKET. April 24.—Com $1.35, oats 63c; wheat $2.25 and rye $1.75. Ladies’ 1-2 and open stfap pumps in real kid and patent leather. All sizes and the latest styles produced. Let us fit you with a pair. ROWLES & PARKER. Maxwell Automobiles to ’ Advance In Price. Maxwell cars will advance in price $30.00 on May Ist. Orders will be filled as received at present prices. MAIN GARAGE. — NOTICE. All persons who have subscribe! for stock in the Faimera’ Grain Co. are requested to call at the Trust Savings Bank and pay for same lat once. Money must be in the hands of the directors by the first day of May. By order of Board of Directors. PASTURE FOR RENT. Have pasture for 250 head of stock near Fair Oaks. Plenty of good water and fine grass. AU cattle SI.OO per month. All horses $1.50 per month. For season from May Ist and Nov. Ist. Phone James Walter, Mgr. Lawler Ranches. >y. ' . FOR SALE ■ ' t. Fresh fish. Phone 647. Charles Leavel. notice AU dogs must be kept up or they will be IdUed. VERN ROBINSON, City Marshal.

WM. FRYE SELLS CITY TRANSFER LINE

Disposes of His Holdings to Nehe miah Hopkins For s3,soo—Will , Retain Remington Route. .*7* '•**’*«*->. Wm. F. Frye, for the past fiv years owner of the city transfer line disposed of his holdings Monday t Nehemiah Hopkins, of this city, th< latter to be given possession on Maj 1. The line will be operated by Mr Hopkins’ son Ray and his son-in-law Walter. - The consideration was $3,500, an; the property included will be the ok bus, the new International truck re cently purchased by Mr. Frye, and the yellow bus and two v/agons. When Mr. Frye took possession five years ago he had five horses and twe horse-drawn buses, but since thal time he has disposed of all of his horses and replaced them with motor vehicles to keep up with his rapidly increasing buisness. Mr. Frye has been in the transfer ‘business for the past ten years, during which time he has ‘become acquainted with hundreds of traveling men and has proven t? be very popular with the travelin.? public, and the courtesy and ability he has shown in the handling of the business made flt a very thriving proposition. Billy says during his connection with the line he has missed a few calls, which is to be expected. Mr. Frye will ibe much missed by the traveling public, but there is no doubt that his successors will be equally as successful in the handling of the line. Billy retains possession of his Remington-Rensselaer line and will make the twd runs each day, devo. ing the rest of hds time to livery work and the management of his eighty-acre farm. His reason for selling was that the work was too much for one man and feels that ten years’ active service at such gtrenuo ig work entitled him to a rest. The new owner agrees to leave the Reming-ton-Rensselaer field to Mr. Frye and the latter agrees to remain out of Mr. Hopkins’ field. Mr. Frye has .been the owner of the Remington and Rensselaer line for about a year, purchasing it of Samuel Duvall last spring, and he has found it a very remunerative proposition. The new owner of the transfer line will take possession on the business on May Ist and conduct it along the same lines as Mr. Frye did.

Monon Train Hits An Automobile Near Monticello.

Monticello Journal. Addison J. Boutelle and George Shirck, of Galesburg, HL, have Providence alone to thank for the fact that they are tuda v beds at the Forbis hotel instead of shrouds and caskets. It was nothing short of a providential intervention that prevented them from being hurled, to death when an automobile in which they were driving from Kokomo to Galesburg was struck by the engine pulling an extra Monon train of twelve passenger cars at the Patton crossing, 2 miles southeast of the city last Saturday. They escaped without a single fractured bone in the body of either one, and with no serious hurts other than flesh wounds. The occupants of the car did not see the train or hear its approach until they were on the crossing. They were driving at only a f air rate of speed and it appeared from the cab of the engine they would get safely across. The auto cleared the track sufficiently to avoid the full impact of the blow from the engine, the pilot hitting the rear of the car. The men do not know much about what happenedafter that. /

Trial on Perjury Charge Is Venued to Newton.

The case of the State vs. Jay W. Stockton, on a charge of perjury, which was set for trial today, has been venued to Newton county, fo»lowing a motion on behalf of the defendant’s attorney, .Abraham Halleck, and will -ome up at the next term of the Newton circuit court.

WEATHER Unsettled weather with probably showers tonight and Wednesday; put much change in temperature.

Don’t wait iu-V jour automobile is stolen. Take out insurance now. We write fire, theft, coliisiji, property damage and liability. We will insure you against accident. We are the

Storage Batteries RECHARGED AND REPAIRED ..- ' Electric Starters, Generators, Ignition Lighting Systems Repaired and Rewired Rensselaer Garage Official Service Station for Vesta Doable Ute Batteries.

Star Theatre TONIGHT Lionel Barrymore and Grace Valentine in “Dorian’s Divorce’ A Five Reel Metro Drama WEDNESDAY ’ BLANCHE SWEET in “Stolens Goods” Also Patria No. 4. THURSDAY MARY PICKFORD in THE PRIDE OF THE CLAN A 7 Reel Artcraft ADMISSION 5 and 10c.

Farmers Are Invited to Witness Soil Test.

The office of the Jasper County Better aFrmiing Association has been equipped with apparatus for making the Truog test ror soil acidity which is much more accurate than any oth er test in common use. Henry Paulus, president of the association, has invited all farmers interested in having tests made to bring in samples to the office in the court house next Saturday afternoon between 1:30 and 4:00 o'clock. He intends to make the matter a sort of a “bee’ so that persons interested in the matter may talk over thedr experiences in handling acid soils and listen to a talk by the county agent on the subject. In taking samples, the surface half inch of soil on a suspected spot in the field should be scraped away and then a small spade full of earth should be removed and di opped into a paper bag. The matter of soil acidity has attracted a great deal of attention in the last few years. As reliable tests of suspected fields are the first steps in improvement, the association has started an idea which will undoubtedly grow tn popularity.

Benton County Leading Corn County of State.

The United States department of agriculture has compiled a list of the eading com producing counties of the state and nation and in Indiana Benton county is found to be the leader. The leading counties in the matter of com production, aside from Benton, are: Knox, Montgomery, Tippecanoe; Boone, Clinton, Madison, and Shelby. The ten leading com producing states according to the ’ast year’s production are: Illinois. lowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Indiana, Texas, Kansas, Ohio, Oklahoma and Kentucky.

Turner Exhibition at St. Joseph’s Next Sunday.

St. Joseph’s college will present a turner exhibition on the college grounds next Sunday, which they have been doing annually for -the past several vears. There will be exhibitions on the horizontal and parallel bars, ground tumbling and the building of hitman pyramids. Clpwns will also help to. furnish amusement. An admission of twentyfive cents will be Charged and a good crowd should be in attendance.

New Case Filed.

Pearl Wood vs. Jerusha A. Krun. Petition to appoint guardian. Mrs. Krun is now in the county hospital and is in quite poor health. She is 78 years old and is a sister of D. E. Hollister. -4- ’

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