Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 197, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 5 September 1917 — Page 1

No. 197.

OLD HOMESTEAD BRINGS $39,000

MRS. STELLA KETCHUM SELLS FARM TO AMOS DAVISSON FOR $39,027.50. The farm known as the “Old Parkison Homestead,” on Wall Street, northeast of Rensselaer, on the Francesville road, owned by Mrs. Stella Ketchum, of this city, was sold Saturday evening to Amos Davisson, of near Payr, by Mrs. Ketchum through her agent, Harry Swartzell. The farm consists of 233 acres and the price paid by Mr. Davisson for this splendid piece of land was $39,027.50, or $167.50 per acre. The farm is now tenanted by John Maxwell. By the purchase of this farm, Mr. Davisson obtains what is recognized as one of the very best farms in the richest section of Jasper county. The homestead adjoins the C. P. Moody farm. It is modernly improved in every respect and is a most productive piece of land. This farm has been in possession of members of the Parkison family for a great many years. Mrs. Ketchum’s reason for selling was that she had other work which took up much of her time and prevented her from giving the attention to it that she desired. The crops on the place this year are said to be very large. The new owner, Mr. Davisson, has I about 900 acres of very fertile land near Parr and his acquisition of the Parkison farm will make him one of the very largest possessors of the best land in the county. Whether Mr. Maxwell, the present tenant of the farm, will remain on it again next year is not known.

Reichmann Trial Closes.

Investigation by the senate military subcommittee of alleged proGerman statements of Carl L. Reichmann, nominated to be brigadier general, was closed Tuesday with a final statement by Reichmann, who reiterated denials of ever making any disloyal remarks or indicating any bias in favor of the German government, the nation or its people or against the United States.

NOTICE. Mrs. Williams, the chiropractor, who has been attending a course of lectures at Davenport, lowa, is in her office again.

Abundance of Money.

I can loan you all the money you want on that farm. My rate i* 6 per cent and my limit is SIOO per acre. —P. D. Wells, Morocco. Ind

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The Evening Republican .

Oyster Season Here; Must Be Sold By Dry Measure.

Now that the oyster season is here, and the bivalves are listed on the menus of the hotels and cases in various forms and prices, and included in the housewives’ plans for the daily meals, the following communication to city seals and weights and measures officials in various parts of the state yvill be of interest to all who wish to enjoy the luxury of oysters and at, the same time to keep within reason the cost of living: “The Oyster Dealers’ Association, after years of indifferent practices, is attempting to regulate their industry. I have just received a letter from them with the suggestion that I advise all dealers in oysters that all oysters must be sold by dry quart measure without any added water. All shippers are now selling oysters on that basis. Retailers must sell on the same basis. “Instruct all grocers and oyster dealers that hereafter they must sell all oysters by the dry quart instead of the liquid quart, and that they must be free from water. “Take up all the liquid measures, and if any dealer uses them after being warned, prosecute them for the violation of the law. “H. E. BARNARD, “State Commissioner of Weights and Measures.”

The county commissioners met in regular session Monday and Tuesday and the proceedings are published below: B. F. Forsythe et al, petition for stone road improvement. Petitioners show that no bids were received for construction of road for ‘reason that the estimated cost of improvement is less than csot of building same and asks appointment of new engineer arid viewers. Edgar D. Nesbitt appointed engineer and George T. Putt and -George H. May appointed as viewers. Ordered to file new estimate September 4. In the matter of the Halligan stone road, Contractors Johnson & Salrin allowed $1,948. James K Lane stone. tor W. V. Porter allowed $1,600. Nanninga stone road. Contractor A. S. Keene allowed $960. G. B. Parkison stone road. Contractor Johnson allowed. $2,400. Board appoints John W. Nowels superintendent of construction. Bond filed and approved. D. H. Yeoman road. Contractor W. V. Porter allowed $824. W. L. Wood stone road. Contractor I. W. Moneyhun allowed $2,560. John R. Phillips stone road. Auditor presents petition of August 14 and board finds same sufficient and that there are less than 100 freehold voters in Hanging Grove township and that petition is signed by a majority of them. Proof of publication submitted. E. D. Nesbitt appointed by board as engineer and W. y. Por ‘ ter and Erank Alter as viewers. S. E. Huff ditch. Petitioners present proof of publication, which board finds sufficient and cause is continued. David Q. Hart ditch. Petitioners appeared through their attorney. No objections found and cause is referred to E. D. Nesbitt for report the first day of October term. _ G. M. Myers ditch. Attorney G. A. Williams allowed S2OO as part of cost of construction. Albert Swing ditch. Superintendent of construction files report showing completion, of ditch and total receipts as $929.74 and total expenses as $926, leaving $3.74, which is allowed superintendent for services. Board finds same sufficient and cause is dropped. Simon Thompson, petition for drain. No remonstrances or objections shown by petitioners and court orders petition referred to E. D. Nesbitt, surveyor, and C. J. Hoods, ditch commissioner, and J. L. Babcock as third commissioner, who are directed to meet on Sept. 13 for inspection and make report at October term. .... . Firman Thompson, petition for drain. Same action as above. In the matter of repairing and redecorating of court house, A, Brand & Co. are allowed $938, balance on contract, and cause is dropped. . . . County farm superintendent filed quarterly report and same was examined and approved. Trustee of Wheatfield township, petition for bridge. Contractor A. S. Keene allowed part payment in sum of SI,OOO. Trustee of Jordan township, petition for bridge repair. Contractor John Daniels allowed contract price of $998, and cause dropped. Trustee of Marion township, petition for bridge repair. Contractor W. V. Porter allowed contract price of $491, and cause dropped. Trustee of Marion township, petition for bridge repair. Contractor W. V. Porter allowed contract price of $249, and cause dropped.

WANTED—ANOTHER TRACTOR.

can furnish work for another tractor. Have large amount of ground to be plowed for wheat. Apply at once to James Walter, Manager Lawler Ranches.

350 Buahels of Wheat Buys 1918 Maxwell Touring Car.

Talk about smash-up value. See the 1918 Maxwell we have here now Larger and roomier. 350 bushels of wheat buys one, too. You know the economy of the Maxwell proposition. X MAIN GARAGE.

Commissioners' Proceedings.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 5, 1917.

ENROLLMENT LARGEST EVER

APPROXIMATELY 620 STUDENTS ENROLLED IN PUBLIC . SCHOOLS. Approximately 620 students are enrolled in the local public schools so far this year—the greatest number that has ever been entered at the beginning of a term in the history of the Rensselaer It is expected before the end of the present week there will be still more. Both the graded and high schools show .increases, and the faculty is looking forward to one of the best years ever. The number enrolled in the first eight grades is as follows: First grade 55, second grade 44, third grade 60, fourth grade 40, sth grade 59, sixth grade 50, seventh grade 48, eighth grade 32. Total for grades, 388.

In the graded schools in the year 1915-17 there were 374 enrolled, so it may be seen that there is a gain of fourteen students this year in the grades. In the high school 217 , enrolled the fStst day, as against 207 z the previous year for the same time, or a gain of ten The science teacher who had been secured for' the present term, resigned his position Sunday and the board is forced to seek another, and are of the opinion that they will have one within a few days. Since the construction of the new ligh school building the Rensselaer schools have shown an increase each year in the matter of enrollment, and the local school is rapidly gaining the distinction of being one of the best institutions of learning for the young girls and boys in this section of the state and it begins to look as if the next few years would find present school quarters entirely inadequate to take care of the students who are being sent to this city for their education.

Alfred Quinn Injured When Struck By Automobile.

While standing on the street in front of the Myers pool room about 5 o’clock Tuesday evening, Alfred Quinn, who resides in the York property on Milroy avenue, was struck by an automobile belonging to the Hopkins Transfer Company, driven by Mrs. Earl Clouse. Quinn was knocked down and suffered a broken rib and was quite severely bruised about the body. He was taken to the hospital. . .... Mr. Quinn was standing with his back to the approaching machine and was waving at a friend who was passing by. Just as the machine came up even with him he took a step forward with the result mentioned above. Just who was at fault, the driver of the machine or Mr. Quinn, we are unable to state, blit it is probable that one - was as much to blame as the other.

Circus Attracted Good Sized Crowd Tuesday.

Gentry Brothers’ circus was in town Tuesday and gave performances both afternoon and evening. Despite the fact that the farmers are very busy at this time of year, the big tent was filled on each occasion and the audience thoroughly enjoyed the acts. The circus is clean in every respect and the Gentry circus is rapidly forging to the front among the tented shows of this country. The parade, which was scheduled for 10 o’clock, did not put in an appearance until about 12:30, but nevertheless there was a good sized crowd on hand to witness it.

Every American to Wear Identification Tag in Battle.

Every American soldiers who enters the fighting zone will wear around his neck an identification tag which will carry all the necessary data for his identification, his name, his rank, his company and regiment. The tag is worn around the neck inside the shirt.

Everybody Moves.

Rev. Asa McDaniels will move from the Rhoades property on Angelica street to the Reynolds property on Washington street. Leonard Rhoades will move into the property vacated by Rev. McDaniels. Harry Kresler will move into the Randle property on Cullen street vacated by Mr. Rhoades and Prof. Kratli will move into the property vacated by Mr. Kresler.

Increase Indiana Express Rates.

Effective Saturday September 1, 1917, there will be an increase in all express rates between Indiana points.—Frank Tobias, Agent American Express Co.

Must Stay Off of Railroad Right of Way.

My attention has been called to the custom of a number of boys in jumping upon moving cars at the railroad. This must be stopped, at once as it is dangerous and against the law. I ask that the parents of these boys assist in stopping this dangerous practice. If not stopped I will be compelled to arrest all offenders. VERN ROBINSON, City Marshal.

Linking the Deity With The Crimes of Germany.

Lafayette Journal. The Kaiser loses no opportunity to drag the name of the Deity into al his damnable machinations. “May God help us further,” he telegraphed the empress in connection with the occupation of Riga. “Onward with God,” was his admonition to Prince Leopold in his message of congratulation. It is nauseating to such degree that one marvels that God does not strike this arch blasphemer dead. Two reasons suggest themselves as responsible for his continual linking of the Almighty with his feats of arms. He is without doubt a religious bigot and evidently sufficiently shrewd to realize the psychological effect upon the simple minds of his people, who are manifesting nearly if not as much fanaticism as has ever been attributed to the Turks. We are making a prodigious effort to draw a fine line of distinction between the German people and the nfllitarists of the empire, but the distinction is not as clear as one could wish. In the beginning the German people approved this war, and in a large measure they still approve. If there is a sentiment to the contrary it is not yet widespread nor sufficiently strong to bring about the desired result. You cannot overturn in a single night the teachings and beliefs of years. You cannot.wipe these things out of German minds as you would erase an offensive caricature from the slate of a school boy. They have been taught that might is right, that Germany is superior to any other natjon, that obedience is a virtue; they believe implicitly and obstanately that the world would be better off if it were under the control of a government such as they are familiar with, and the kaiser is shrewd rather than crazy when he links this belief with the commonly accepted notion that the Lord is on the side of a just cause. ■ But when we attempt to visualize ;he horde of nameless children that lave been forced into the arms of ;he women of France and Belgium by fiends in German uniforms, when we attempt to comprehend the anguish of the innocent victims of Teutonic passion, ravished, mutilated, naked, and mercifully permitted to die after their awful experiences; when we ponder the degree of misery tha"t has been inflicted upon the world, when we read of the hellish manner in which the very land itself has been devastated, we are forced to wonder why a righteous God permits the author of it all to mingle His name with the boastful vaporings of this private secretary of Satan.

A. L. Padgitt and son, George, made a trip ot Chicago today. Judge Gifford returned to his home in Tipton, Ind., today. Mrs. J. C. Harris went to Monticello today to visit her daughter. Manley Price went to Kokomo today for a visit with a college friend. Rev. C. W. Postill i> reported to be indisposed at his home on McKinley avenue. Mrs. James Jones and children came today for a visit with Mrs. F. D. Burchard. Edna Wood, of Fair Oaks, is spending the day with friends and relatives here. Rev. W. N. Sherrill, of Frankfort, who had been here on business, returned to his home this forenoon. Daniel A. Pfrimmer, of Goodland, a member of Company M, has a pretty severe attack of hay fever. J. D. Allman is in Indianapolis, where he is visiting his son, Kenneth, and attending the state fair. R. B. Harris is reported to be quite a little improved today. He was able to be up and around, the house. F. A. Hicks, the hustling dry goods merchant, took the train here this morning for Chicago. It Is reported that the new bank The Farmers Trust Bank, has decided to rent the room, now occupied by the C. Earl DUvall store. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Allman, of Indianapolis, returned to their home after a visit of a few days parents here. Donald Hoover, Linn Daugherty, and Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Robinson went to Indianapolis today to attend the state fair. Mrs. Caddie Martin, accompanied by Margaret and Lora Helen Radcliff, returned to their homes in Cincinnati,* Ohio, today. William Mull Hollen and Mrs. Martha Strith returned to their home in Lafayette today after a visit with the family of George Gorham. Clem East, whose home is in Wheatfield and who is a member of Company M, is suffering from a very sore arm caused from smallpox vaccination. » ‘ Lt. Col. George H- Healey received notice this morning to report at Fort Benjamin Harrison not later than Friday, Sept 7th. His regiment, the First Indiana, will be mobilized at the fort on the day named.

COUNTY DEFENSE COUNCIL MEETS

RECEIVED REPORTS OF DISLOYALTY IN JASPER COUNTY. On the call of Chairman Frank Welsh, a meeting of the Jasper County Council of Defense met at the office of the clerk of the circuit court Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock. The following members of the council were present: Frank Welsh, Ora T. Ross, George H. McLain, John Bowie and L’. H. Hamilton. Also the following chairmen of the committees indicated were in attendance: Legal, Moses Leopold; Sanitation and Medicine, Dr. E. C. English; Food Supply and Conservation, Stewart Learning; Survey and Organization of Man Power, Harvey W. Wood, Jr.; Public Morals, ,Jiev. J. B. Fleming; Military Affairs, J. M. Sauser; Educational Section, Co. Supt. M. L. Sterrett. . A report from the chairmen of all of the committees of the county council as to the money that may be necessary in order that their work may be effectively done was given. The amount in the aggregate was S7OO. A committee consisting of Editor Bowie, Moses Leopold and Frank Welsh was appointed to ask the county council, which was at that time in session in its annual meeting, to appropriate this sum. After the adjourning of the defense council the committee met with the county council and the S7OO was by them made available for the use of the defense council. Mrs. Ross, who is the chairman of the “Woman’s Activity” committee, reported that the apportionment of 70 sox to be made by Jasper county women had been furnished and a total number of 135 pair of sox had been made and sent to the proper state committee. The report ,of J. M. Sauser, chairman of the military affairs committee, made the following report, which was approved, and Mr. Sauser highly commended. The report was as follows: Rensselaer, Ind., Sept. 4, 1917. ORDERS: 1. The company of militia now organized in Jasper county is hereby designated “Provisional Company, No. 1, Jasper County State Militia,” with headquarters at Rensselaer. 2. The election of the following named officers, viz: Moses Leopold, captain; E. W. Hickman, first lieutenant; A. E. Wallace, second lieutenant, is hereby confirmed. These officers will be respected and obeyed accordingly. 3. Captain Leopold will assume command of the company from thisdate, and until such time as the organization is mustered into state service, will report to the Jasper County Council of Defense. All subordinate officers and men are enjoined to render their commander loyal support in all things military. 4. The undersigned desires to thank the officers and men of the company, the citizens of Rensselaer, and the Rensselaer Republican and the Jasper County Democrat for loyal support and assistance rendered in the organization of the militia company. v By direction of the County Council of Defense. _ J. M. SAUSER, Chairman Military Affairs. In pursuance of the above, Captain Leopold has issued the following order: Provisional Company No. 1, Jasper County State Militia: Rensselaer, Ind., Sept. 4, 1917. Orders, No. 1: . 1. Pursuant to instructions from the County Council of Defense, the undersigned hereby assumes command of the company. 2. Until further orders, the company will assemble for drill promptly at 2 o’clock, every Sunday, at the court house, and the march to Milroy park, where drill will be held until 4 o’clock. - 3. Applications for enrollment in the company will be received at the above hours and places on Sundays, and at my office in Rensselaer at any other t,m A^ OSES LE oPOLD, Captain, Commanding. Rev. J. B. Fleming, from the Morals Committee, reported that he had made talks at several meetings, one of which was at Fountain Park. He asked that all the ministers of the county be put on his committee and all ministers who will co-operate with Rev. Fleming are asked to see him Eersonally or address him at his ome here. , z , _ Reports that there are a number of places in ttye county m which there seems to be a spirit of disloyalty were made to the council. The most serious of these seem to be in Keener township and the proper investigation will be made and il treasonable acts and utterances are being indulged there or elsewhere an attempt to severely, punish the offenders will be made. Co. Supt. Sterrett has under consideration the matter of putting on a patriotic educational campaign. * A report will be made later.

WEATHER Fair south, showers north portion tonight; Thursday fair, cooler.

C. J. Stebbins has returned from a very pleasant vacation spent at Benton Harbor and Sister Lakes m Michigan and Barbee Lake, Indiana.

Wilson Hoads Parade in Honor Of Conscripted Mon.

Washington, Sept. 4.—The president and congress of the United States and the allied nations through their diplomatic representatives, joined today in paying honor to the men selected from the District of Columbia for service in America’s national army raised for the battle for democracy. Washington, long used to glittering processions, to the blare and noise of inaugurals, opened its eyes and cheered itself hoarse at the spectacle. For two hours, while in other cities throughout the nation other thousands moved over the first part of the long road that may lead to French battlefields, Pennsylvania avenue heard the tramp of marching men, the jingle of spurs and the rumble of artillery. About twenty-six thousand men, women and children passed a reviewing stand before the white house, where the president and his guests watched the parade. More than half of the long fine was in uniform. President Wilson, smiling, eyes to the front, stepped out like a freshly trained recruit, marched at the head oL the long line surrounded by a committee of citizens which arranged the parade. Behind him in unbroken ranks came most of the members of the senate and ‘house. When he reached the white house the president left the ranks and took his place in the stand by Mrs. Wilson.

New Suits Filed.

No. 1103. Action to make George L. Hascall administrator of the estate of Charles F. Hascall. No. 8812. Lominnie Dawson vs Charles Dawson; action for divorce. Failure to provide is the charge. No. 8813. State Bank of Rensselaer vs Jacob A. Hensler and Samuel H. Cornwell; suit on note. No. 8814. State Bank of Rensselaer vs Jacob A. Hensler et al; suit on note.

True Woodworth is out and around again. He has not fully recovered from his recent operation. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Zeigler, of Streeter, 111., and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zeigler, of Emmettsburg, lowa, came today to visit Mr. and Mrs. Noah Zeigler. Miss Florence Allman went to Monticello today to visit with Ethel Davis. While visiting friends at Monticello, Miss Davis had an attack of appendicitis, from which she is recovering. She hopes to be able to take her place next Monday in the Roachdale, Ind., high school. J. W. Spate successfully passed the physical examination at South Bena this week and is now with Company M. Spate is considered one of the most efficient members of the company. The officers and members of the company are greatly pleased to have him back;

Peter Nomenson, of Dwight, Jll., came today to look after the harvesting of the small grain on his farms in this county. He has the best crop of small grain ever raised on the land her owns and is greatly pleased with his Jasper county possessions. He will have several hundred acres of wheat sown here this fall. John B. Lyons and son, of Brook, have bought the 1,558 acre farm of H. O. Harris. This is the farm near Mt. Ayr and the price paid was sllO per acre. The sale was made by John Bicknell. The Lyons’ were given a fifteen days’ option on the land and had they failed to complete th% deal Mr. Bicknell had an offer from J. J. Lawler to take the land at the same price. See Chas. Pefley for trees, vines and shrubs of all kinds. Guarantee stock to grow or replace free of charge. For fall delivery.

TODAY DUSTIN FARNUM THE SON OF ERIN Also Pearl White in the Sixth Episods o£ THE FATAL RING THURSDAY Special Matinee and Night ALMA HANLON in WHEN YOU AND 1 WERE YOUNG Also Gon. Pershing and the Advance American Army, Entrance and Ro--ception in France. FRIDAY i MARGUERITE CLARK THE FORTUNE OF FIFI |AT STAR

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