Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 58, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 18 March 1918 — Page 1

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Are practically off the market. We have in stock about 250 which we own at prices prevailing 8 months ago. If you are interested in rugs you had better buy NOW.

W. J. WRIGHT

J. W. SPEAKS DIED THIS MORNING.

J. W. Speaks, whose very serious condition was noted in the Republican last week, died at the hospital this Monday morning at 1:40 o’clock. The cause of his death was paralysis. The deceased was born in Missouri February 4, 1849, but has lived in this city for a number of years. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.—'

MONDAY HOSPITAL NOTES.

David Zeigler was able to return -to his home today. Raymond Stevenson was able to return to his home at Parr'today. Wm. Locke, of Remington, was operated upon Sunday. Mr. Locke was injured in an automobile accident recently. • Mrs. Clifford Hamacher, of Hammond, a daughter of A. R Sc.hultz, was operated upon today.

NEW PRINCESS THEATRE

Selected Programs. We are trying to give you a Variety. That’s Why Our Programs don’t bear the Ordinary sameness.

TONIGHT A Big Goldwyn Feature. wF Im? J CCMEIMNE A presents WfiEKHW babymine Front the hterrabonal Stage Success By MARGARET fifflD In Six Part*. 10c and 15c.

Tuesday, March 19— Lucile Lee Stuart ' in “The Ninety & Nine” Also Comedy. 6 Reels. AH Seats 10c. Read inside pages. All home print today.

The Evening Republican.

RUGS

CAMPAIGN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SILOS

A campaign to increase the number of silos on Indiana farms by 10,000 this year was approved by the Indiana committee on food production and conservation at the meeting held in Indianapolis Tuesday afternoon. Maurice Douglas, of Flat Rock, chairman of the special silo committee, was instructed to t ascertain the number of cattle and* the number of silos in each county dnd to base on these facts a quota of silos each county is expected to get this year. It also was proposed that a state conference be called in Indianapolis of county agriculture agents and representatives of better farming association for. the purpose of laying plans for the silo campaign. Ralph W. Moss, chairman of the committee on food production and conservation, and Warren T. McCray, a member of the committee, thought' the present a particularly good year to increase the number of silos because of the wet corn problem of last fall. Those who had silos were able to save much of their late corn. It was the sense of the committee that silos should, as far as possible, be bought near the farms so that transportation facilities ~ would not be strained.

Before the committee approved a silo campaign, it was assured by Mr. Douglas that silo manufacturers would not ask excessive prices. Mr. Dou?l.is said the cost for this year wou.d be from 10 to 15 per cent, higher than it was last year. The silo campaign will be handled through better farming associations and county agents. C. B. Riley spoke of the shipment of corn from southern Missouri into this state for seed. Such seed would do for corn a farmer expected to use for ensilage, but unless the? season was long there was danger corn from such seed would not mature in Indiana, he said. Complaints that some land owners would let their land lie idle this year led the committee to refer the matter to the state council of defense. The secretary of agriculture of the United States, it was reported at the meeting, had said a way would be found to intern any alien who permitted land to be idle.

FEW FARMERS WILL BE INCLUDED IN PRESENT CALL

That the men engaged in planting farm crops are, in so far as possible to be passed over in the quota of men that is called out March 29, was the main feature of the instructions to be given out by Robert Baltzell, state conscription agent, in submitting his instructions to the local conscription boards. This does not mean any favoritism is to be shown, but is done merely to keep the agricultural forces of the country at work producing food necessary to the successful prosecution of the war. The present gall is for seventeen per cent of the net quota to go into service on March 29, which means that Jasper county be called upon to provide either nine or ten men this time.

The largest wheat acreage the country has ever known has just gone through one of the best winters for wheat production. And at a gov-ernment-guaranteed price of two dollars a bushel when this crop comes in it will be all absolutely new wealth. Some of the returns are bound to be spent even foolishly. So every merchant can afford to be a booster for War-Savings Stamps.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, MONDAY, MARCH 18, 1918.

WHY ARE WE IN THE WAR?

CAMP CUSTER ARMY CHAPLAIN MAKES INSTRUCTIVE ADDRESS. The address of Chaplain August J. Hovorka at the Catholic pasochial school Sunday evening was heard by a crowded house. It was one of the very best patriotic addresses delivered here since the beginning of the present war. He took the position that the people of the United States do have a right to know why we are in the war. And much of his address gave information along this line. He quoted much from German statesmen, authors, editors and the Kaiser himself, to show that Germany had long ago carefully planned to place it’s heel upon the head of the civilized world. His address was very instructive and was thoroughly appreciated by his hearers. The eminent chaplain felt sure that much of the apathy in this country was due to the fact that our people do not understand our reasons for getting into the war. Besides the address of Chaplain Hovorka, Mrs. Harvey Messman gave two delightful readings, Miss Anna Leonard sang two patriotic solos and the Healy orchestra gave a programme which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Hon. E. P. Honan was the chairman of the meeting and made several good hits with the audience as he introduced those who took part on the programme. The meeting was under the man agement of the local lodge of Knights of Columbus and the special, occasion was the celebration of St. Patrick’s day. Father Hovorka is chaplain at Camp Custer,, Mich. He is a brother of Prof. Lee Hovorka, our talented musician. A small admission was charged at the door and the /noney thus raised is to be used by/the great organization of Knights' of Columbus in their war relief work.

OBITUARY.

Mary Elizabeth Childers was born in Rensselaer, Indiana, April 27th, 1894. When but a small girl she united with the Methodist Episcopal church of which she remained a faithfd! member. She attended the public schools of Rensselaer, graduating from the high school in 1913. On December 25th, 1915 she was united in marriage to Harold C. Wiksfrom. One child, a son was born to them. She departed this life March 14th, 1918 at the age of 23 years, 10 months and 17 days. She loved her home, was interested in her church and endeavored to- lead the Christian life as best she could. She is survived by her husband and a six months old babe, her*father and mother, one sister, Ellen Harsha, of Lafayette, and one brother, Parker Childers, of Camp Shelby, Miss., and many friends, an aged grandfather, of Delphi, and a host of friends. Besides the above the following relatives of Delphi: Mr. and Mrs. James Arnold and Mr. and Mrs. John Childers;,H. Parker Overton of Hammond; W. Elvin Overton, of Peoria, 111., and Emil Almun, .of Chicago.

WAR MOTHER’S MEETING.

All ladies who have a son in the army or navy are requested to meet at the west court room at 3:00 p. m. Saturday, March 23. for the purpose of county and township organization and plan for the good of our boys.

MRS. C. W. HANLEY.

SAVE WHEAT * The Bakers of America are cooperating with the government by using 20% other cereals than wheat flour in making bread. Do not experiment by baking your own bread. Every time yon spoil a batch of bread you waste just so much flour and put victory just so much farther away. When you buy O’Riley’s Golden Loaf Bread you are also co-operating with the government. O’RILEY

TWO MOTHERS LAID TO REST

HOSTS OF RELATIVES AND FRIENDS PAY LAST LOVING TRIBUTE. That Mrs. James Donnelly and Mrs. Harold Wikstrom were greatly loved by the people of this community was attested by the large number of people who attended the funeral services which were held in this city Sunday afternoon. The funeral .service of Mrs. Donnelly was held at the Presbyterian church beginning at 2:30 o’clock, and that of Mrs. Wikstrom at the Methodist church at 3:00 o’clock. Both services were very largely attended and interments were made in Weston cemetery.

LEBANON WINS TITLE BY DOWNING ANDERSON

Lebanon high school won the 7th Indiana basketball tournament Friday evening for the second straight year when their five downed Anderson in an overtime game by the score of 24 to 20. The game was a fitting climax to a great tournament and there was but little to choose between the five who battled in the final game. Two minutes before the close Anderson was leading by a single point, when an over eager Anderson player committed a foul which was converted into a point by a Lebanon sharpshooter. -At the end of the game the score stood 20 all: Five minutes extra was decided upon and Lebanon by a great spurt dropped the sphere through the net for two field goals. In the semi-finals Lebanon defeated Bloomington and Anderson routed Huntington.

CARD OF THANKS

We desire to express our thanks and appreciation for the many kindnesses to the friends and especially the closest neighbors during the death and burial of Mrs. ilarold Wikstrom. Also for the many floral contributions. HAROLD WIKSTROM. J. W. CHILDERS and Family.

ATTENTION, PLEASE!

Do not forget to collect worn clothing for the relief work in France and Belgium. Take the time tb hunt it up tomorrow morning—underwear, coats, trousers, overalls, socks, baby clothes, stockings, childrens’ colthes, etc. See that the garments are clean but you need not mend them. Bring them to the Airdome next Saturday, the day of the auction sale, and a committee will take charge of them. Bring your bundle, small or large, for it will count that much toward relieving those unfortunate people.

RED CROSS ITEMS.

The news of our auction sale and the need of our chapter for more funds has traveled far and wide through the channels of our newspapers to those Rensselaer residents who are out of town for the winter and generous contributions nave just been received from loyal friends in Florida and Arizona.

WEATHER Fair, warmer tonight. Tuesday partly cloudy and warmer. Misses Jones and Briney will hold their Spring opening beginning March 22 at their millinery parlors on the second floor of the Rowles & Parker store.

W«*th«r Tomorrow & Partly -cloudy and - warmer. £& \ ' How’s This One? ■2- A MAN WHOM VOU ALL KNOW VX 'nTlf WALKED INTO OUR STORE SATUR.//\4l If DAY AND SAID: / JJ I I “I WANT ANOTHER SUIT /* If k EXACTLY LIKE THE ONE YOU SOLD | R I / ME LAST SPRING.” “IT WAS THE UJ U BEST SUIT I EVER HAD IN MY LIFE.” P vt - He Got It In IT ONLY COST HIM $4 MORE THAN ® IT DID A YEAR AGO. WE HAVE SOME MORE OF THEM. ASK TO SEE SERGE NO. 5130. Hilliard & Harm I I I I —Our Windows Tell— Jj

ONION KING LOSES CROWN.

Alfred Donnelly, reported to be Jasper county’s onion king, was in Indianapolis last week selling onions. He called upon a big wholesale firm and sold them a large shipment of his onions at $3.50 per 100 lbs. He came home and to his close friends confided that he had topped the market, and suggested that all who have onions had better let him sei them as he could make the best deals. The second paragraph of this onion story reads as follows: “Harry Moore, a young high school lad about eighteen years of age, raised onions last year and had the best yield and the finest onions raised in the county. Last week he went to Indianapolis and sold his onions thus beat the famous Onion King 25c on the 100 lbs. It beats all how some of these hustling young fellows can make the old guys look so cheap.

The following who were here to attend the funeral of Mrs. James Donnelly have returned to their homes: Mrs. Lucy Bishop and daughter, to Anderson; Mr. and Mrs. L. Rushton to McCordsville; Harland Marlatt, son and daughter and Mrs. Mary Dechantel to Hammond.

$50,000,000 BORROWED FROM FARM LOAN BANKS

During the month of January $11,787,517 were paid out to farmers of the United States by the Federal loan banks on long time and first mortgage loans, according to a statement by the Federal Farm Loan Board. On February 1 the total amount of money paid out to farmers since the establishmens of the Federal loan banks was $50,782,432, covering 24,020 loans closed.

DECISION IN TEST CASE THREE MONTHS OFF

Papers in the F. W. Cook Brewing company prohibition test case, started in Evansville, reached the office of the supreme court Friday. No request to expedite the case was received with the papers, although such a request may be made before April 2, the date on which the state is scheduled to go dry. Unless the case is pushed forward the state will have been dry three months under legislative adt for about three months before there is any decision on the brewing company’s suit. The Tribune understands that there is a movement in process of organization to be known as the Northern Indiana Oil and Gas Syndicate, to promote and develop oil possibilities of Francesville and vicinity. Articles of incorporation have been filed for record with the recorder of Pulaski county.—Francesville Tribune.

REPUBLICAN CALL.

All Republicans and those wishing to affiliate with them are requested to meet in a caucus at Walker Center school house at two o’cleck on Saturday, March 23.

MOUMENTS.

Why pay an agent 15 per cent to 25 per cent on your moument orders, when your home dealer can successflly meet any claim or inducements for sending to some distant part of the state for your monument. With no agent's commissions to pay I can meet any competition.

WILL H. MACKY.

H. A. Quinn went to Garsr this forenoon. If you have lout any stock, call A. L. Padgitt, Phone 66.

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GOVERNOR GOODRICH URGES SUPPORT OF NAVY LEAGUE

Governor Goodrich, chairman of the central campaign committee in the Navy League’s campaign for 5,000 members in Indiana, issued the following statement: “For many years the Navy League has consistently advocated and fought for naval and maritime preparedness in the form of an adequate navy and a great merchant fleet; its 65,000 members have many times made themselves felt in securing public opinion to support its programs. ITie league is co-operat-ing in securing recruits for the navy, recreation yards for our sailors and men in other branches of naval service, and only recently at the request of Chairman Hurley, assisted in the enrollment of workmen ip the shipbuilding reserve. “The Navy League is now advocating American nationalism, greater energy behind the war and a permanent American merchant marine. It advocates a vigorous Americanism at this time as well as industrial activity. . / “The problem of keeping constantly employed after the war the the manufacturers of this country which are now speeded up to usual activity to supply the war needs can only be solved through the extension of our expert trade. This can only be accomplished through the development of our shipping industries and the establishment of a merchant marine that will carry our trade throughout the world. “The league is deserving of the support of every patriotic citizen and it is not only our duty, but good business sense to follow the lead set by the league to keep business moving and help win this war.” J. J. Montgomery is chairman of the Navy League in this district and is making a vigorous drive for members, and is meeting with success. Mr. Montgomery is very enthusiastic about the organization and its work. He will continue to solicit for members and urges that those called upon unite with the organization. To date Mr. Montgomery has secured twenty-three new memfbers.

Thomas Padgitt, of Great Lake, spent Sunday with his parents. The band to which Thomas belongs has been reorgnized and he is delighted with the new organizations. AT THE STAR THEATRE Properly Presenting the Best in Photoplays. "TODAY LIONEL BARRYMORE in “THE MILLIONAIRES DOUBLE” A five act Metro wonder play of love, mystery and millions. Admission 10c. TUESDAY — Foursquare pictures presents JANE GREY in “HER FIGHTING CHANCE” A powerful dramatic story of the Northland, in six parts, by James Oliver Airwood. Admission 10c. WEDNESDAYOLIVE TELL in “THE UNFORSEEN” In five acts. A splendid picture, excellent story that you w|ll enjoy from start to finish. * HELEN HOLMES in “THE LOST EXPRESS” Chapter 14—“ UNMASKED

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