Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 272, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 3 December 1917 — Page 1

No. 272.

Will Spend Winter In California

Mr. and Mrs. George F. Meyers will leave next week for San Diego, Cal., where they expect to spend the winter. Previously they had ~ been spending the winters in Florida. Mr, Meyers has built >up a realestate business that has placed him in the forbfront and has netted him a neat - financial return. May we mention that Mr. Meyers is a liberal user of pripters ink? Not all of his success can be charged to newspaper advertising but th ejudgment of a man with his splendid ability is worthy of consideration by those who wish that measure of success - that has come to this most excellent gentlemen. During Mr. Meyer’s absence the business will be in- charge of his son, Floyd Meyers,

Frederick Pool and the Chinese question are one. Hear him at the M. E. church Wednesday evening at 7:45. ' Let Frederick Pool introduce you to the Chinese and their customs, on Wednesday evening at 7:45. First Lieutenant Devere Yeoman, of an engineering corps, is now on his way to France with twenty other first lieutenants and two captains. We will have fresh fish for sale on Tuesday and Friday of each week. We sell bread, pies, cakes and many other good things to eat. THE YELLOW FRONT the next door to the Star Theatre. John Sanders, Prop. Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Merritt and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Forbes and two daughters, Lucile and Virginia, of Remington, were the guests here Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. John Merritt. The Republican will greatly appreciate it if its friends will be kind enough when answering advertisements, to mention the fact that they saw the advertisement in this paper.

THE WEATHER Fair and colder tonight. Tuesday partly cloudy and colder.

Abundance or Money.

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

Administratrix Sale to Settle Estate Of a Finely Located Black Loam Farm; 1 Mile Southeast of Rensselaer, The undersigned will offer at public auction on the premises, 1 mile southeast of Rensselaer, at 2 p. m., on Tuesday, December 11, 1917 the 70-ACRE FARM, known as the Mary E. Welsh farm. This farm is thoroughly tiled, all black loam soil, good stone road on two sides, has good 7-room,' 2-story house, barn 24x36, corn crib 36 feet long, with driveway and outbuildings; good drilled’ well, good bearing orchard, and a very desirable place, splendidly located. Also at the same time and place will sell 28 acres unimproved land but in cultivation, lying about 40 rods distant from above 70 acres and belonging to same estat,. Thi»i* also good black landN (Seventeen acres joining this 25 acres on the west but owned by a different party will be offered for sale at the same time and place, making 112 acres in',all). This land is as good as any land in Jasper county, all soid and splendid corn land. TERMS*—On the Welsh estate lands one-third in cash on day of sale; one-third in six months, and one-third in twelve month*, deferred payments bearing 6 per cent interest from March 1, 1918. Possession will be given March 1.. Terms on the 17 acres will be announced on day of sale. CARRIE A. WELSH. Fred A. Phillips, auctioneer. Administratrix.

NEW PRINCESS THEATRE > . a i r Balanced program* that will surely PJease. TONIGHT GLADYS HULEETTE “THE STREETS OF ILLUSION” 5 ac ts —Alsp “Hearst-Pathe News” ALL SEATS 10c Tuesday, December, 4th ELLA HALL in i “POLLY REDHEAD”—S acta Also Eddie Loyne and Lee Moran in Good Comedy. 6 big acta. ALL SEATS 10c Wednesday, December 5 First picture under the new program MARGUERITE CLARK in “THE AMAZONS” The fascinating little star is at her .. best in this production. ALL SEATS 10 and 15 Cent* Thursday, December 6th Blue Ribbon Special ALICE JOYCE and HARRY MOREY in “WOMANHOOD” The glory of a nation —7 acts Greatest story ever told of a possible happening. ADMISSION 10 and 15c Wo guarantee satisfaction to aIL

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Col. Healey Now Has His Regiment On the Range

Hattiesburg Americans The 151st Infantry, after spending Thanksgiving in Camp, broke camp this morning and moved, practically entire, to the Class A Rifle Range, where it will spend the week in practice over th# ranges. According to Hie orders issued* the regiment will mdrch to the range, all equipment for camping being trucked along; only a few men being left behind for guard duty, etc. The regiment, which is uhder the command of Col. Geo. H. Healey, will be the first to shoot over the new range, which has just been completed. The range is one of the largest in the country, having two hundred and fortty targets, ten times as many as the regulation rifle range.Shooting will be over all distances from two hundred to a thousands yirds. This range was built under the direction of Major F. N. Noble, former chief tactical officer of Culver Military institute and Major Jackson Morris, of Lexington, Ky. Firing over the range will begin Friday afternoon, it is understood, and after a week’s practice the 151st will retrun to its camp and another regiment will take its place.

Schools Of The Country May Close Down For Two Months

Washington, Dec. I.—A plan to close all schools in the northern and central states during January and February as a coal conservation measure is before the administration today. Closing of schools is merely suggested, it was stated, but one official in explaining the serious situation declared there is simply not requirements. An investigation is enough-coal being moved to meet all under way to determine the amount of coal that could be saved by closing the schools. A recess during January and February would be made up by extending the term into the summer. A committee is being formed today to draw a list of nonessentials to be denied coal and transportation. An immediate decision regarding handling of antiwar products is necessary, it was asserted at the fuel administration offices.

Red Cross Note* The Red Cross shop will be open to workers in Surgical dressings, from 2 to 5 o’clock every afternoon except Monday,' and from 7 to 9 o’clock every night except Saturday. Any other hours will be by special arrangement. j Women will be in charge of the work intthis department as follows: Monday night—Mrs. Simon Thompson, Mrs. F. H. Hemphill. Tuesday afternoon—Mrs. H. J. Karmal, Mrs. James Chapman. Ngiht, Miss Winn, Miss Larnson. Wednesday' afternoon—Mrs. W. L. Bott, Mrs. F. H. Hemphill. Night, Miss Watson, Miss Larnson. Thursday afternoon—Mrs. H, J. Kamal, Mrs. Simon Thompson. Night Mrs. W. L. Bott, Mrs. G. M. Myers. Friday afternoon—Mrs. G. M. Myers, Miss Watson. Night, Mrs. I. M. Washbum, Mrs. F. H. Hemphill. Saturday afternoon—Mrs. G. M. Myers, Mrs. James Chapmen. These women may accomodate this schedule'to their convenience by arranging to exchange working hours. Monday afternoon from 2 to 5 o’clock Miss Watson and Mrs. W. L. Bott, will supervise the cutting of guaze dressings. Workers should provide themselves with scissors, head covering and long sleeved . white coverall aprons. x «

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RENSSELAER, INDIANA, MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1917

FREDERICK POOLE.

The Chinese ambassador to Great Britain after witnessing tlfe" production of “The Yellow Jacket” In London was asked by an incredulous critic whether the play was true to Chinese ideals. “So true,” he replied, "that it made me homesick” “The Yellow Jacket” vividly Illustrates the fact that human nature is the same the wide world over. Its powerful appeal to the human emotions, Its tense and novel dramatic situations, the exquisite drollery of its dialogue, Its easy humor, tender pathos and deep- tragedy made an Instantaneous Impression In the leading metropolitan centers. Mr. Frederick Poole presents "Scenes from the first act of The Yellow Jacket.’” by the kindly courtesy of Mr.

FREDERICK POOLE.

George C. Hazelton and Benrlmo, the authors, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Coburn, sole owners of the dramatic rights. For a dramatic reading of “Scenes from the first act of The Yellow Jacket* ” Frederick Poole Is unusually well equipped. By reason of 'his many years of travel in and close study of the "flowery land” he Is enabled to invest this epic making modern classic with the true Chinese atmosphere. Mr. Poole’s is the extraordinarily rare power of making popular a classical recital. His descriptions of Chinese characteristics, Chinese manners, Chinese morals, the Chinese mind, are both highly humorous and deeply pathetic. A. lengthy experience before the public has given him perfect control of his powerful voice, and even tn the more quiet moments of the play he can be readily understood In the largest auditoriums. . At the M. E. church, Wednesday evening at 7:45. Admission 50c.

Monday Hospital Notes

There are ten patients at the pospital at present. Lawrence Hayes was able to return to his home Sunday evening, after undergoing an operation for the removal of his tonsils. Mrs. Harry Parker, who has been receiving treatment at the hospital will be able to return to her home Tuesday. Mrs. A. J. Bissendon . continues to improve nicely. , Mrs. Fred Hitchings, of near Brook, who was injured in an automoblie accident Saturday is getting along nicely, , The baby daughter of Mr. ana Mrs. Fred Chapman was taken to its home Saturday.

Methodist Church Notes

A very important meeting of the Official Board will be ( held at the church this evening at 7:30 o’clock. All members are urgently requested to be present. The Woman’s Home Missionary Society will meet at the church Tuesday afternoon. The members of the missionary societies of the other churches of the city are invited to this get-to-gether meeting. The Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society will meet at the home of Mrs. William Hoover on Thursday afternoon.

LYCEUM DATES.

Frederick Poole, Dec. 5. Lotus Company, Feb. 6. Harmony Quartet, Feb. 21.

THE COMMUNITY AUTOMOBILE SUPPLY COMPANY of Rensselaer, Ind., will sell you a guaranteed tire for SI.OO profit, each. Any size. Also gasoline at 1 cent per gallon profit. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Hereafter the fare on my transfer line, operating between the city and Remington, will be SI.OO each way. I have foud it necessary to advance the price owing to my having to pay a war tax on each fare. “BILLY FRYE.” NOTICE POCAHONTAS The regular monthly ten cent social will be held at the Pocahontas Hall on Thursday evening, December 6th. AU members are urged to be present. Moke your want* known in our Classified Column.

Depth Bombs

. The "Depth Bombs,” about which we hear a good deal in the newspaper accounts of naval fights with submarines, are simply charges of high explosive so arranged as to explode when they have sunk in the water to a certain depth. These bombs, we are told in a descriptive article published in The Scientific American (New York), can be made in any size dtesired, but the average type in use carries about 250 to 350 pounds of trinitrotoluol, which is about the charge of the modern torpedo. Their effectiveness consists in the fact that they do not have to hit the submarine to destroy it. We read: "Its destructiveness is based upon the fundamental fact that water is incompressible, and that the shock of detonating a mass of high explosive under water is felt immediately in all directions —the effect diminish-

of course, with the distance from the bomb. It will be remembered that in one of our earlier chapters on the submarine it was stated by. Hudson'Maxim that four cubic feet of trinitrotoloul at the moment of detonation produces 40,000 cubic feet of gas. Now, when a mine, or bomb, or torpedo warhead is detonated the expanding gases seek the line of 7 least resistance. In the case of a torpedo ship, this line leads into the hollow interior of the ship, the incompressible water forming an abutment in all other directions; but when a mine or depth bomb is detonated the line of least resistance -is upward; and the gases cut their way quickly to the surface, carrying a fountain-like mass of water to a great height into the air. If the explosion takes place at a considerable depth, however, the resistance to the upper escape of the gases is greater and the shock transmitted through the water in all directions is proportionately, increased. Failing to blow up the surface of the ocean, the bomb must blow in the submarine.

. "The destructiveness of the bomb against the submarine will depend upon two things; first, the depth at which it is detonated, and, secondly, the distance from the bomb to the submarine. Manifestly, then, it is advisable to detonate the bomb below the submarine, as the shock transmitted will be proportionally greater than if it were above it, other things being equal. As to the distance at which an explosion would be absolutely destructive, rupturing the plating and sinking the submarine, Mr. Hudson Maxim writes us that if 500 pounds of trinitrotoloul were exploded deep under water within 125 feet of a deeply submerged submarine, it would completely destroy it. Smaller charges would, of course, have to be detonated proportionally closer to the submarine to secure destructive action.”

Karnowsky Buys Buainess Property

Samuel Karnowsky, the hustling junk buyer, has bought of the Nowels estate, the brick business rooms and lots just north of the Batycock and elevator. Karnowsky is a hustler and has succeeded splendidly since coming to Rensselaer. He has not only made good for himself but by his thoroughly honest treatment and the paying of the very best price possible, has been a great help to the community. ... He advises the farmers to bring m their junk now and assures them oi the very best price the market will permit. «

WOOD FOR SALE. We have a large amount of—good dry pole wood in the timber that we would be pleased to dispose of ac very reasonable price. This is a chance to get some good wood cheap. —James Walter, Manager Lawler Ranches. Phone 337, Rensselaer. -

WOOD CHOPPERS WAITED.

Have an unlimited amount of timber that we want worked up iui.cord wood at McCoysburg, Kensse laer, Parr and Fair Oiks and want a large force of men at once for thu work.—James Walter, Manager Lawler Ranches, Rensselaer, Ina., Phone 337.

NOtICE I have returned from a trip to Florida and will be in my office each day from this date. DR. A. G. CATT, Optometrist, Rensselaer, Ind. Watch for the announcement of W. H. Ambler’s closing out sale of 100 polled Herefords at Winamac, December 11, 1917. CALL THE YELLOW BUS. I have purchased the City Bus ar. Transfer Line and the yellow bus Wii take you upon your trips io and from the depot or about town upon the very shortest possible notice. You can depend upon us for prompt and courteous service. Call Billy Frye, Phone 107 or 869.

PARTIES MAY FORM COALITION

TAFT, HUGHES AND ROOSE* VELT SAID TO BE FOR IDEA—- * .PRES. AGAINST ‘SLACKERS’ It has come to the notice of the officers of the national committees of the two old political parties that the anti-war Socialists in various districts of the country are already making plans under which they hope to gain possession of a considerable number of seats in the congress to be elected next year. While eleven months must elapse before one-third of the senate is to be chosen and a new house of representatives elected the men connected with the old party committees who are thoroughly imbued with Americanism feel that it is none to soon to begin to prepare to meet this menace of antiwar socialism. Some informal conferences on the subject have already been held, numerous letters have been exchanged, and there is now the possibility, even the probability, of a joint conference sooner or later, of representative* of the two old political parties to take up the question as to how this new problem shall be met.

In an informal way, it has already been proposed that wherever there seems to be the slighest prospect of an anti-war congressional candidate being elected the old political parties shall combine on a candidate. This proposal a. little later will be considered formally by both the Republican national committee and the Democratic national committee, and also by the Republican congressional committee and the Democratic congressional committee. Party leaders who feel that there can be ao more important duty at this time than to keep anti-war men out of congress are urging that the whole subject be dealt with in good time. It is pointed out that in some localities congressional nominations will be made early in the new year and that whatever is done should be done within the next t\vo or three months.

It is confidently believed that the two national committees can come to an agreement under which the two old parties will act as a' unit wherever it is necessary to keep an anti-war candidate out of the congress. The congressional and national committees, it appears, may not be so willing to accept the plan that has been proposed. Bven in the national committees there are some "small fry” politicians who, it is understood, do hot look with favor on unity of action, but with the seriousness of the war situation gradually drawing on the country, it is confidently believed here that when the senatorial and congressional elections come on next fall the one overshadowing question that voters will ask will be, "Are these candidates all sound on the war?” It is becoming more and more certain that thoughtful people every where will stand for the return of every congressman who has faithfully supported the prosecution of the war and oppose all who have “trimmed” or fallen short, and will do this regardless of party. 7 If this sentiment continues to grow, as it no doubt will, as the months go by, there will be small chance for the “slacker” candidate for the congress

Fred B. Lynch, of Minneapolis, chairman of the executive committee of the Democratic national committee, who was here today, said that the of thd two old party committees were now trying to get a joint conference on .this "whole sub ject some time next month. The chairmen of both the old party committees, so it was said today, are in favor of the plan under which combination on war candidates would be made. K fa also said on excellent authority that Charles E. Hughes, who' was dent last year, will in time openl the Republican candidate for Presicome out for this plan and that former Presidents Roosevelt and Taft have both favored it. President Wilson, so it was said on the. best of authority today, feels that it is of the highest importance that no “slacker” be elected to the new congress, and also feels that plans looking to this outcome should be prefected without delay.

Jasper County Council of Defense Calls Meeting

The attention of all members of the Jasper County Council of Defense is called to the meeting to be held in the County Commissioner’s .room in the court house in Rensselaer, Indiana, promptly at 2:30 p. m. on Wednesday, December sth, 191". The meeting dates have been changed from the first end third Mondays to the first and third Tuesdays of each month. All committee, men are urged to be. present and make reports of the work they are doing. These meetings are important and the council welcomes the attendance of and suggestions from Ipyal citizens.

LET US SAW YOUR WOOD We have a first class rig and can saw your wood upon very short no- ' * GRANT. Phone 50? B or 930 E.

“It," By Toss Marshall In This Month's Top-Notch

“It,” an intensely interesting book length novel in this month's issue of the Top-Notch magazine, has as its author Edison Marshall, hotter known to the people of this city as, “Tess.” The story deals with a teasing mystery that, opening in New York, roaches out into ths far west for a solution, and holds you spellbound all the way. It is the story of a young American,' who has been on the “other side" fighting with the British and French soldiers. Wounded at the battle of Arras the young American returns to his home in New York, where the story opens. Mr. Marshall has penned a number of stories for various magazines of the country and his last offering is among the best.

Bryan Predicts Dry Nation Before 1920

Washington, Dec. 2.—Ratification by the states of a prohibition amendment to the federal constitution within two years was predicted tonight by Wm. Jennings Bryan, speaking before the opening session of the annual convention of the Women’s Christian Temperance League.

NOTICE The annual election of trustees and officers of Prairie Lodge, No. 125, F. A A. M., will be held so Monday,. December 17. The Ladies Industrial Society W the Methodist ehursh win serve a cafeteria dinner, Thursday evening, December 6, beginning at 5:20. The public invited. Menu:—Baked ham, chicken creamed or fried, swiss steak, meat loaf, 15e. Escalloped oysters, sauerkraut with spare ribs, 10c. Mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet potatoes, noodles, Spanish rice, creamed corn, baked beans, sc. Mixed pickle, corn er beat a»lish, 2c. Pie, ginger bread, ice cream, coffee, sc.

G. A. R. ELECTION. POST NO M The regular annual election of officers for the ensuing year will be held at the hall of the Grand Army of the Republic in the court house, Saturday, Dec. 1, 1917, at 2 p. m. By order of < DAVID H. YEOMAN, Commander W. HENRY WOOD, Adjutant. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC As I am in business for massif, will repair all makes of cars.* take care of all batteries and repair all electric systems, solder radiators, etc. If you are in trouble coast la and I will straighten you out. handle the best storage batterk in the country and other auto supplies. Garage opposite D. M. Worland's furniture store. Telephones girege 294, residence 141-whlte.—-M. J. KUBOSKE, Prop. y oabe tit t uh I If Your Eyes ■; Trouble You Remember immediate relief ; awaits them HERE—that per- ' manenO relief, so seldom ex--1 ’ perienced. • ’ * I * owe your eyes proper • care. It's your first duty to ’ the foremost blessing of na- J . tuie to have them examined by , a competent specialist. We ' the thoroughly competent and : $ shall gladly tell you what the ? trouble is and the remedy. | Consolation FreeCLARE JESSCT ; optician With Jeesen the Jeweler. Phone 12.

AT THE STAR TODAY See LITTLE VIVIAN MARTIN A KISS FOR SUSIE in a Sp'cy C 'medy Drama Also BURTON HOLMES in ONE REEL TRAVEL PICTURES. \ TUESDAY—EHTEL BARRYMORE in the Six Reel. Production «f THE WHITE RAVEN. • - —— 11 ! —■. a WEDNESDAY—HOUSE PETERS and LOUISE HUFF will star in THE LONESOME CHAP. Abo PEARL WHITE in Serial No. 19 of THE FATAL RING- ' ■ ; 'V ■ ' THURSDAY—MARIAM SWAYNE in THE ADVENTURE. Abo 3 Reek OFFICIAL TRAINING CAMP PICTURE Showing who hade the American Amy. All should he interested in thb. ■ ■ 1 ' • ■ FRIDAY—RIP VAN WINKLE. Sonnet Csmedy*

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