Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 278, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 10 December 1917 — Page 1

No. 27ft.

Uncle Sam To Use Movies To Increase Food Production

Washington, D. C., Dec. 10. —Official motion pictures bringing home the vital importance of increased food production will be shown by the United States Department of Agriculture in hundreds of regular motion picture theatres throughout the United States. The first releases, which are to be handled under an agreement with the Universal Film Manufacturing Compa..y through its exchange, will be made early in December. . •* The first film will show activities in the National Forests, which are important sources of timber and water supply and also afford grazing for a large number of cattle and sheep. The second release, which will follow in about two weeks, will show what children through the pig clubs are doing to increase the supply of pork. Other selections from the department’s 40,000 feet of official subjects will make clear various features of food production, the raising of meat, animals and horses, and will* deal with home activities such as poultry raising and the canning and drying of perishable products. The department laboratories are at work on a number of other popular films specially designed to make clear to city as well as rural populations, problems of food production and to show them ways in which they can co-operate effectively to feed the Nation and the allies.

ATTENTION WOODMEN The regular election of officers of the Modern Woodmen of America, will occur Wednesday evening, December 12th. A full attendance is desired. W. D. BRINGLE, Councillor. John Merritt, Secretary. Arlie Rowan, who has been receiving his Republican at Lewiston, Montana, has had his address changed to Rossfort, Montana. Mrs. Paul Anderson and daughter Katherine of Hammond, Ind., spent the week-end with her parents Mb*, and Mrs. Roy -of near Remington. Lowell Morton returned to. Gary this morning after spending the week-end with his parents near McCoysburg. : Miss Mae Clarke, and her roommate Margaret Mahoffen returned to school at Valparaiso, after visiting Miss Clarke’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Clarke. Russell Morton of Goodland went to Gary this morning where he is employed. Comfy’s in elegant gift boxes would be just the present your friend is looking to receive. You can get them at B. N. Fendig’s Exclusive Shoe store.

Eyes Tested, Specs all Prices GLASSES as prescribed by us are conceded the foremost remedy for the cure of head- • ache, nervousness, facial neuralgia, etc., due to muscular or nervous Eye strain. i For any Eye trouble or for new Glasses consult us. SPECIAL CARE OF CHILDREN’S EYES. CLARE JESSEN3 OPTICIAN With Jessen the Jeweler. Phone 13.

NEW PRINCESS THEATRE J. ' ' Exclusive feature* of the highest standard. TONIGHT 4k Gladys Hulette in “MISS NOBODY” S Act*.. Also Hearst-Pathe News. 10c To All Tuesday, December 11 Mary Anderson and William Duncan in “THE LAST MAN” S Act*. Also Good Comedy. 10c To All Wednesday, Dec. 12. Douglas Fairbank* in "DOWN TO EARTH" 10c and 15c Thursday, Dec. 13. E. H. Southern in "THE CHATTEL” 5 Act*. Abo a Good Comedy. 10c To All

The Evening Republican.

Crouch Cattle Averaged $700 At Sale Saturday

Lafayette Journal:— Eight-fiye head es choice Hereford cattle were disposed of at auction Saturday by J. Crouch & Son. The total of the sale-was $56,000, making the average approximately S7OO per animal. There was two hundred buyers present from all parts of the country, animals going to nearly every state in the union. A special train brought the cattlemen from Chicago, where they had been attending the International Live Stock show. This train, which consisted of two coaches and a diner, left Chicago at 7 o’clock in the morning and reached this city at 11 o’clock. The return trip was made after the sale. The auctioneers were Cols. Fred Reppert and Igleart, noted cattle auctioneers. The top price of the sale was commanded by Cherry Lass, a cow. She was sold to Colonel Taylor, of whiskey fame, for $2,800. The next highest priced cow brought sl,7Q£ and was also purchased by Colonel Taylor. The top price for bulls was $1,700. Many of the cattle were sold to local buyers, who were desirous of building up their herds.

Garland Declines Assignment

W. H. Blodgett, correspondent for the Indianapolis News at Camp Shelby in his Saturday writeup,had the following paragraph in reference to Captain Jerry B. Garland: — There have been many resignations among officers and more are to follow when the efficiency board completes it work too, there is even now a shortage of officers. There is no active lieutenant-colonel for the 139th field artillery, Colonel Robert L. Moorhead, commanding, and there is no active cononel for the 151st infantry that has been under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel Healy since its arrival at Camp Shelby. Because of the promotion of Captain Fred Bates Johnson to be major there is a vacancy in the command of Company C, Indianapolis, of the. 151st infantry. The command was offered Captain Jerry B. Garland, Company M of Rensselaer, 137th field artillery, but Captain Garland declined the place and is still a surplus officer, his company having been distributed among the other batteries of the regiment.

A dwelling house at Fair Oaks, nd., occupied by Byron DeWitt was >urned to the ground Sunday afternoon when it caught fire from sparks from a defective flue. Mr. OeWitt lost about half of his houselold effects, which were covered by insurance. Robert Johnson, son of R. P. Johnson of Lafayette, and a grandson of Mrs. E. L. Clark of this city, expects to leave for France soon as an ambulance driver. He has been in Texas for the past several months as a member of a cavalry unit. When volunteers for the ambulance service were called for. Mr. Johnson offered his service. Will there be a Victrola in your home this Christmad? FENDIGS REXALL DRUG STORE

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BIG PUBLIC SALE The undersigned, having purchased a farm in Michigan, will sell at public sale at his residence, 12 miles north and 2 miles west of Rensselaer, 3-4 mile west of Virgie, commencing at 10:00 a. m., on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1917. 9—HEAD OF HORSES—9 Consisting of 1 gray gelding, 9 years old, sound, wt. 1100; 1 bay gelding, 4 years old, sound, wt. 1400.; 3 3-year old colts; 1 3-year old gelding, wt. 1050; 1 yearling mare colt; 1 good work team. ' 19—HEAD OF CATTLE—I 9 Consisting of 7 milch cows, 5 head 7 years old, ill bred; 1 black Polled cow 4 years old, bred; 1 Holstein cow, 8 years old, bred; 4 head 2-year old heifers; 4 yearling heifers; 3 spring calves; 1 coming 2-year old bull. 3 —HEAD OF HOGS—3 Consisting of brood sows, wt. 300 pounds each. > s ' FARM TOOLS Consisting of 1 14 inch gang plow; 2 sulky plows; 1 walking cultivator; 1 3-section flexible harrow; 1 McCormick mower, used one season; 1 Webber wagon, nearly new; 1 mower; 1 hay rake; 2 road scrapers > 1 12-foot seeder; 1 grindstone; 12% h. p. gas engine; 1 set light double driving harness; 4% ton mixed hay;' 15 tons oat straw; some household goods and numerous other articles. TERMS—A credit of 12 months will be given on sums over $lO, 6 per Cent interest from date; if not paid at maturity, 8 per cent interest will be charged: 2 per cent off for cash where entitled to credit. FRANK MIDDLECAMP. , W. A. McCurtain, auctioneer. C. G. Spitler, clerk. IL it isn't an Eastman it isn't a Kodak. FENDIGS REXALL DRUG STORE

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, MONDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1917.

Children, Buy Thrift Stamps

The Government dampaign to raise two billion dollars in flve-dol-lar War Saving Certificates has opened. The machinery is in operation. The postoffices are made the prime agency for the sale, and the schools have been utilized to aid in securing purchasers. The phan is simple. Thrift Stamps are sold at twenty-five cents each and with sixteen of them a five dollar certificate can be purchased payable January Ist, 1923—but redeemable at any time on ten day’s notice. There are three convincing reasons why children, and persons with small incomes should purchase these stamps: First, from patriotic motives. The government needs the money. It is engaged in a death struggle with the enemies of liberty. Its soldiers and saidors are shedding their blood and risking their lives in its behalf, and funds are needed to furnish clothing, food and munitions. Secondly. The certificates are a safe and profitable investment. The government is sure to pay. There is no possibility of loss. The income is 4 per cent compound quarterly—almost as good as 5 per cent simple interest.

Thirdly.it is an education in thrift. Not only will the purchaser save in order to buy and get interest upon the money paid for the stamps, but, what is of greater value, he will acquire the habit of saving. The child or adult who denies himself of luxuries in order to buy the stamps, will soon find delight in such sacrifice of the needless in order to secure the valuable. \ Only think! The “Thrift Stamp” bought every week for 48 weeks, with a few cents additional the next 4 weeks, will, within the year, purchase three of the War-Saving Certificates which four year later— January Ist, 1923 —will be worth fifteen dollars. Is there an adult who cannot by little economies—savings that will scarcely be noticed —purchase a-twenty-five cent Thrift Stamp every week for a year? Is there a child old enough to appreciate toys or presents who cannot be led to forgo the fleeting pleasure of the gifts, for the greater joy or purchasing at least sixteen of these stamps during the year? The three arguments for the purchase reduce to two —Patriotism and Thrift. There are at least 30,000,000 people in this country to whom they ought to appeal with convincing power. The sale of the Thrift Stamps and War-Saving Certificates begins Monday, December 10th. The schools have been utilized in advertising the plan and canvassing for the sale, especially of the Thrift Stamps. The children, and through them the parents, will be informed of the patriotic business proposition, by which the government is to be aided and those who help will make money for themselves. The children can be led to prefer a Thrift Stamp to a toy for Christmas. An effort will be made to sell to every possible purchaser at least one Thrift Stamp before Saturday night, December 15th. Those who are able may purchase as many as they please, and it is hoped that within the week following, by December 22nd, the grand total wijl be more than 30,000,000. Children buy Thrift Stamps!

The Intelligent Makeup

1 *. * ' A friends sends us an example of the inspired makeup man at his best in the following which, he says was clipped from the Wayne County (0.) Democrat. “On Wednesday evening sixty chickens were stolen from Perry Coterman, who lives north of the city. His neighbor, George Newell, also suffered the loss of a large number.” “The attendance at the chicken supper given by the men of the United Presbyterian church Thursday evening was very good.”

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC As I am in business for myself, will repair all makes of cars, take care of all batteries and repair all electric systems, solder radiators, etc. If you are in trouble come in and I will straighten you out Also handle the best storage battery in the country and other auto supplies. Garage opposite D. M. Worland’s furniture store. Telephones—garage 294, residence 141-White.—M. J. KUBOSKE, Prop.

Karnowsky Buy* Business Property Samuel Karnowsky, the hustling junk buyer, has bought of the Nowels estate, the brick business rooms and lots just north of the Babcock and Hopkins 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 bnng m their junk npw and assures them of the very best price the market will permit. . CALL THE YELLOW^BUS. I have purchased the City Bus an Transfer Line and the yellow bus wii. take you upon your trips to 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. , “MY HOOSIER ROSE” The New Reynold*—Donegan— Healy Song On sale at JARRETTE’S VARIETY STORE

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Judge Hanley Trying Murder Case at Monticello

' Judge Charles W. Hanley is in Monticello today, where he is sitting as special Judge in the case of the state vs. Edward French, in which the latter is charged with murder of Roy Elston, of Brookston, Ind., on July 23. It is the first mutder case in White county tw<> years and is attracting considerable attention.. French has been confined in the White county jail since the day of the shooting and his attendance on trail will give him the first chance to breathe air other than that within the four walls of the jail since the day of his arrest. It is said that French has been a model prisoner and has endured his close confinement without a murder. French shot Elston during a quarrel in the latter’s soft drink establishment at Brookston. There was but one witness to the shooting, William Smallwood.

THE COMMUNITY AUTOMOBILE SUPPLY COMPANY of Rensselaer, Ind., will sell you a guaranteed tire for >I.OO profit, each. Any size. Also gasoline at 1 cent per gallon profit.

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. Abundance or Money. I can loan yon all the money you want on that farm. My rate b 6 par cant and my limit u >IOO per v,re.—P. D. Wells, Morocco. Ind Watch for the announcement of W. H. Ambler’s closing out sale of 100 polled Herefords at Winamac, December 11, 1917. NOTICE The annual election of trustees and officers of Prairie Lodge, No. 125, F. &A. M., will be held on Monday, December 17. You will want Victor records, why not a Victrola—Better tone, Better results FENDIGS REXALL DRUG STORE MASONIC MEETING There will be a special meeting at the Masonic hall Monday evening, December 10, at 7:30 o’clock. A full attendance is desired as there will be work in the third degree. DR. H. L. BROWN, W. M. STRAW WANTED We are in the market for a large amount of Straw, prefer Oat straw. Will buy rick and bale it or will buy baled and delivered. KELLNER A CALLAHAN Phone 273. LET US SAW YOUR WOOD We have a first class rig and can saw your wood upon very short notice. Prices reasonable. CAIN A GRANT. Phone 5028 or 930 E. Bicycle tires, the largest line in the prices. Also bicycle repairs and recity. All new stock at the old lew pairing.— Main Garage.

Entertain In Honor Of Mr. and Mrs. Cope Hanley, Sunday

Mr. and Mrs.' Charles Hanley delightfully entertained Sunday afternoon at their home on McKinley avenue, in honor of Lieutenant and Mrs. Cope J. Hanley, who were married on December 1, at Boulder, Colo. _ j During the afternoon numerous friends of tjie young couple called and showered them with congratulations and well-wishes for the future, and the reception was one of the most pleasant social events of the season. Lieutenant and Mrs. Hanley will leave within a few days for Hattiesburg, Miss., where they will visit for a short time with Mr. Hanley’s brother. Emil, who is a member of a hospital unit stationed at that place, and from there will go to Camp Travis, Texas, to which place Mr. Hanley was assigned following the receipt of his commission as a lieutenant.

Born, to Mr. and George Hoeferlin, of Jordan township, a girl on Saturday, Dec. Bth. Our line of rubber footwear is large and complete. Rubber goods are vrey difficult to obtain from wholesale houses. We are in shape to take care of your wants in this line. B. N. Fendig. The funeral of Mrs. G. P. Daugh city will occur at twc-thirty o’clock Wednesday afternoon at the late residence. Services will be conducted by Rev. J. Budman Fleming end bur■«i| v ill be made in Weston esmetery. We have justre ceived an elegant line of ladies fine shoes. They are the latest placed upon the market. All colors and up to the minute styles. Of course you can get them only at Fendig’s, The Exclusive Shoe Dealer.

A . Safe Place 1 -. “’""Tv* 1, ■ r. ■' . SX-S,/. _ **. • -r 1 To deposit your Liberty Bonds or any other valuable papers is in the Safety Deposit boxes at the First National Bank • > The public is invited to avail themselves of the conveniences of the conference rooms. Also The Bank tenders the use of its large commodi ous, Directors’ and Stockholders’ room, to the business men of the city and surrounding country.

I Storage Batteries RECHARGED AND REPAIRED J: Electric Starters, Generators, Ignii ► tion Lighting Systems Repaired and J * Rewired. Rensselaer Garage i» Official service Station for vesta Double Life Batteries.

Monday Hospital Notes The eleven patients are reported to be getting along nicely. • Mrs. Stewart Learning and baby were able to go to their home today. Uncle Ed. Parkison continues to improve and seems to have passed all danger. Mrs Frank Hill, who had been visiting friends and relatives at Madison Indiana, returned to her home here Saturday evening. WOOD FOR SALE. We have a large amount of good dry pole wood in the timber that we would be pleased to dispose of at very reasonable price. This is a chance to get some good wood cheap. —Jamei Walter, Manager Lawler Ranches. Phone 337, Rensselaer. WOOD CHOPPERS WANTED. Have an unlimited amount of timber that iwe want worked up into cord wood at Met’ ”sburg, Rensselaer, Parr and Fair Oaks and want a large force of men at once for this work.—James Walter, Manager Lawler Ranches, Rensselaer, Ind., Phone 337. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Hereafter the fare on my transfer line, operating between the city and Remington, will be >I.OO 3a«h way. I have foud it necessary to advance I the price owing to my having to pay I a war tax on each fare. “BILLY FRYE.”

Sister of Attorney its leek Dind At DeMotte Sunday

Mrs. Elizabeth White, j aged fiftyeight years, of Demotte, Ind., and a sister of Attorney Abraham Halleck, of this city, died at her home Sunday morning. Death was due to pneumonia. Mrs. is survived by her husband, • .e srrs and o-e daughter. • Funeral arrangeme”!« ha’3 not been completed as yet. ad the re’atives are awaiting .word frcm a so . in Rhe e is.a.-d hit buial w”’ probably be made Wednesday.

George Wolfe, son of Mr. and Mrs. Opie Wolfe, of Chalmers and formerly of this city, is now on his way to France.. Mr. and Mrs. Wolfe are in receipt of a letter written by him while at sea, but since it was not censored we will not take the liberty to publish it. i THANKS FIRE COMPANY We desire to express to City Firemen the thanks of the Monnett Home for the efficient work they did Sunday in preventing what might have been a very disastrous fire. Your work was most splendidly done and under very trying weather condition. MONNETT HOME, By Dr. M. D. Dwin. Why not buy a useful Christmas present this year? A fine pair Comfy’s in an elegant gift-box would please your friend. Buy these of B. N. F ei >dig, the Exclusive Shoeman. Lieutenant Frank Hardman, who hadm ade a short visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hardman, left lure Saturday evening for New York City. He is attached to the quartermaster’s department. LOST—Small collie dby. Answers to name of “Ty.” Please return to Lefter Clark.

TODAY AT THE STAR VIVIAN MARTIN and JACK PICKFORD in a charming little story of THE GIRL AT HOME Abo BURTON HOLMES in FOREIGN TRAVELS PICTURE. TUESDAY — AUGUSTUS PHILLIPS AND VIOLA DANA in THE THREADS QF FATE. A magnificent Production. WEDNESDAY JEAN SOUTHERN in A MOTHER’S ORDEAL. A S act Art Drama picture. Also see PEARL WHITE in the final chapter of THE FATAL RING. Next Wednesday, opening day for HELEN HOLMES in a railroad Serial, THE LOST EXPRESS, said to be the strongest serial yet produced. See it at The Star. THURSDAY—LittIe JEAN Southern in * Big Art Drama Production, HER GOOD NAME. FRIDAY—The most elaborate and stupendeous production ever offered Picture Patrons anywhere. See JACK AND THE BEAN STALK. Eight *reeh of magnificence. ADMISSION 10c To ALL. IhcKdea The War Ta*. _

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