Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 232, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 3 October 1918 — Page 1

No. 232.

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CARPENTER TOWNSHIP GOES OVER THE TOP

The first township in Jasper coun* ty to go over the top and subscribe its full quota of the (Fourth Liberty Loan was Carpenter. Hats off to Carpenter. ‘ ' >Our friends from the sunny side of -the county report that their quota, $96,000.00, was subscribed Wednesday evening. -Good reports have been sent in from, other townships, but Carpenter is the first corporation in Jasper county to go “over the top.” Marion township is lagging behind. This morning but 60 per cent of our quota had been subscribed. That is about $90,000.00 of the $154,000.00 Which is our quota. , • Let’s follow the lead of Carpenter and go over with a rush. We have the money. Let’s make and investment in patriotism and qjso the very best financial investment in the world.

TAKES JOKE SERIOUSLY.

The premature belling which was attempted in Barkley township seems to have resulted in a misundertanding and like many jokes has gone wrong and the parties to the joke have be- . come estranged. The ‘Republican has a communication from that community in which the writer takes offense at being called a night raider. We cannot publish the article because the writer’s name was not signed to it The one who informed us of the premature belling simply told it to us as a joke and we are sure that he did not know at the time that anyone had taken offense in his attempt to hold the first line trenchat his home and protect his boy from what 'he thought was a raid by friends. The writer is sure that so splendid a neighborhood as Moody will not change from the happiest community in the county to a locality in which there is not the most cordial feeling between neighbors. If the Republican by failing to know a joke, when presented, has stirred the trouble waters, may we not now be privileged to pour upon what seems to us but imaginary breakers the oil of love and forgiveness.

James Biankenbaker, of Mt. Ayr, went to Sheridan today.

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The Evening Republican.

Mr. and Mrs. Perry Becker, of Kankakee, 111., are the guests of James Cameran at the Makeever House. Mr. Becker is the assistant general agent of the Kankakee*division of the International Harvester (Co.

THAT KNIFE LIKE PAIN

Is Only Ona of Nature’s Warnings of Weak or Disordered Kidneys. Have you a lame back, aching day and night? Do you feel sharp pains after stooping? Are the kidneys sore? Is their action irregular? Use Doan’s Kidney Pills—-the medicine recommended by so many Rensselaer people. Read this case: Mrs. C. Morlan, Harrison and Jefferson Sts., Rensselaer, says: “I had a heavy, nagging ache in my back day and night. I could get only snathches of sleep and I got up feeling so tired and worn-out, 1 could hardly do my wofk. Every time I leaned over, sat down or got up from a chair, a sharp pain shot through my back and I almost had to cry out I felt nervous and unstrung. My head ached and I was often so dizzy I came near falling. Spots seemed to come before by eyes and my kidneys acted irregularly. I used two boxes of Doan’s Kidney Pills and they gave me wonderful relief.” Price 60c, at all dealers. Don’t simply ask for a kidney remedy—get Doan’s Kidney Pills— the same that Mrs. Morlan had. Foster-Mil-burn Co., Mfgrs., Buffalo, N. Y.

HELEN MILLS RANSMEIER Teacher of PIANO, HARMONY, VOICE, SIGHT SINGING, IMPROVISING AND MEMORY TRAINING. - * PUBLIC SCHOOL MUSIC. FRIDAY, RENSSELAER Phone 43. SATURDAY, MT. AYR Phono 88-C.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 1918.

MAN IS KILLED BY MONON TRAIN

WILLIAM HARRIS, OF CHALMERS, MEETS DEATH WHEN TRAIN HITS AUTOMOBILE. Chalmers, Oct 2.—William Harris, residing two miles west of Chalmers, .was instantly killed at 2 o’clock this afternoon when the automobile in which he was riding was struck by a north bound Monon passenger train at the Chalmers crossing. Mr. Harris was coming to Chalmers to meet a brother-in-law who was coming from Chicago. He was alone in the automobile, and was turning around when the accident occurred. The train was fifteen minutes late and was traveling at a high rate of speed. The whistle was blown several times but the victim was unable to avoid the accident. Mr. Harris was 46 years old and was born in the Pine Grove neighborhood, where he had lived all his life. He was married sixteen years ago to Miss Nora Harmon. To this union

four children were' born, one of which died in infancy. The deceased leaves, besides the window and three children, an aged father, Joseph Harris, of Chalmers; a'brother, Clyde, of this city, and four sisters: Mirs. David Rash, of Chalmers; Mrs. Dan Duncan, of'Valparaiso; Mrs. J. E. Fairchild, of Brown City, Mich., and Mrs. Harry Breckenridge, of Albion. Mr. Harris was a member of the Christian church. The witnesses to the accident were C. O. Hawkins, M. Dwane and J. E. Mower. The funeral arrangements have not been made.

THURSDAY WAR SUMMARY.

The Germans are in retreat on an important sector of the western battle front in France. The scene of the new retrograde movement is a wide front north and south of LaBassee canal. The continuation by the entente allied forces of their brilliant (achievements lin restoring Belgian, Flanders and the expulsion of the enemy from the region of Cambrai to Verdun evidently has brought the German sto the realization that the great bend in the line from Menin to the east of Arras is likely to prove another such trap as was the St. Mihiel salient unless they are fast enough of foot to move eastward, giving up Lille, Lens and Douai, and straighten their line from the vicinity of Cambrai to Belgium. On all of the other six battle fronts from Belgium to Verdun the entente forces are keeping up their successful advances, although the Germans everywhere except northwest of Rheims have materially stiffened their front and are offering strong resistance to further inroads into their territory. In Belgian Flanders, the wedge of the Belgian, British and French troops have penetrated still farther eastward and southeastward from Dixmude and only a few miles more will be required by the allied troops to give them positions, by which Ostend, one of Germany’s sea bases, will be made untenable, and indeed, the entire North sea. coast now in German hands put in jeopardy. British warships are now violently bombarding the coast, and the Germans are reported to be moving their heavy guns eastward, fearful of their capture. Many additional towns have been captured by the allies, in this region and numerous prisoners have been taken. The important railroad junction point of Roulers is all but in the hands of the allies, while southward from Roulers the British have cut the Roulers-Menin railway at two places and are in the process of investing Menin. The French are now in full possession of St. Quentin and 'have passed on eastward. The entire Hindenburg system between St. Quentin and LeCatelet has been' completely smashed by Field Marshal Haig’s forces, with whom the Americans are brigaded and further ground has been won in the outskirts of Cambrai and north of that city.' At one point north of St Quentin the British were forced to give up a village under a heavy counter attack >by fresh German troops.

NOTICE ■ All the suits contesting the will of the late Benjamin J. Gifford, are now disposed of, and I am in position to self land. I have yet unsold several hundred acres of good land located in Jasper and Lake counties, wirieh I will sell as Executor on reasonable terms, but cannot take any trade. Call at my office or at the office of T. If. Callahan, at Rensselaer, Indiana, for partieulors. * GEO. H. GIFFORD, Executor.

MEN AND TEAMS WANTED. Wanted men and teams to help fill silos at Pleasant Ridge, Rensselaer, Parr and Fair Oaks. Apply to James E. Walter, Manager J. J. Lawler ranches, phone 337. Rensselaer. Ind. R. L. Budd and W. L. Miller wffl hold a big joint public sale at the farm of the fanner an Thursday, October 10th. Live stock and three complete sets of farming implements will bo sold.

If at all- -Now! There’s no use side-stepping the issue, the shortage of wool is being felt by us all. Predictions tell us that there will be enough for clothes for this winter, and though manufacturers limited our - purchases, yet we wpre able to assemble a very creditable stock. Although we honestly believe that you can be taken care of whenever you come - in—-yet we would not feel that we had done our duty towards you if we did not advise you.tp supply your wants early. Not that we want or expect you to buy more than you need, but that you may be sure of getting the clothes you do need. Hilliard & Hamill

WAR HINTS, HELPS, DUTIES

COMPLIED AND CONDENSED FOR THE STATE COUNCIL OF DEFENSE BY GEORGE ADE. We are swept along this week by the big drive to raise six billions of dollars. Just now the people of Indiana must think and talk and act in large sums of money. It was known before the drive started that a great many people would subscribe for bonds. This week let us all remind ourselves that we are lending money to our best friend, that we stand no earthly chance of losing any part of our investment, that the rate of interest is fair, that our failure to meet the present demand upon us would mean disgrace, and disaster. It is no time to harangue, because the Hoosiers are alert and willing. There is no need to tell a man to do something when he is getting ready to do it Only, just remember thia: When you reach into your pocket this week, reach all the way in. Find out what your friends expect you to do and your enemies predict you will do and then go ahead and outdo all the estimates. •• • « Permits are now required for new construction projects. Even small building jobs are included in the new government order. Men, money and materials must now be concentrated on war work if we are to back up and supply an army counted by millions. Uncle Sam plays no favorites at a time like this. Postpone your building’until after the war. ** • « This is “linen week.” Deliver to the Red Cross all the towels, sheets, napkins and handkerchiefs you can spare for the French hospitals. Don’t send old and worn-out articles to the wounded soldiers. The linen should be of strong rather Jthan fine texture. Use wood for fuel if you can do so. Also,* remember that manufacturers having war contracts need walnut for airplane propellers and gunstocks, white oak for propellers, ship-building 'hnd wheels; bass-wood for saddles, rock elm and ash for airplane construction, and black locust for tree nails in ship building. If you can supply any of these woods, report to your county agricultural agent. *• ♦ •

The State Council of Defense believes that German should not be taught in any public or private school below the high school grades and the study of German should not be compulsory in any school or college. No religions service should be conducted exclusively in German. This is an English-speaking nation and English must be made the preferred language of communication in all schools and churches and at public assemblages. The school children of Indiana are going to take a census of all the live stock in the state October 16th.

All persons indebted to me are requested to call and settle by cash or note without delay. lam expecting a call to service in a short time and wish to get my accounts in good condition before leaving. Please don’t delay notion in this matter. L M. WASHBURN, M. D. Anyone wishing to too mo wfll find me at the Trust A Savings bank on Saturday afternoons. H O. Barris. Phono 124.

COMRADE ALTER TAKEN TO HOSPITAL TODAY

Comrade John Q. Alter, who for a very long time has been confined to his bed at bis home on Park avenue, was taken to the hospital here today. Mr. Alter’s condition is such that he needs almost constant attention. His wife is sick and his nurse has been forced on account of the constant carb he required, which has exhausted her strength, to give up, at least for the present. It is a splendid thing for the community that we have our hospital, which can give care to the sick and afflicted of the community. The many friends of Comrade Alter will regret to know that his condition is not improved and that his good wife is on the sick list also..

INJURED IN ACCIDENT.

Mrs. Faye Clarke and Miss Helen White were injured Wednesday evening when the shafts in their buggy aroke and the buggy was overturned and both ladies were thrown out as thb horse started to run. Mrs. Clarke had been at the home of her mother, Mrs. Clara Coen, on Cullen street, and left her baby there while she and Miss White drove to Mrs. Clarke’s husband’s parents. When near the corner of College avenue and Warner street the accident occurred. Miss White is badly bruised and her back is wrenched. Mrs. Clarke's face is badly scratched and her hip is bruised. Miss White was take nto the hospital and Mrs. Clarke to the homb of Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Clarke. She was able to leave there today and go to the home of her mother. It is certainly fortunate that the baby was not in the buggy at the tme of the accident.

TEMPERATURE. The following is the official temperature for the days indicated: Max. Min. Sept. 30 02 47 Oct. 1 69 32 Oct. 2 68 43 WEATHER FOR INDIANA. Fair, cooler tonight with light frost in north and central portions; Friday fair and warmer.

Joseph Reynold returned to his home in Chicago today after a short visit here with his mother, Mrs. S. R. Nichols. John Eger, Orville Lambert, Orlie Clouse, Harvey Lowman, Lewis Whicker, W. H. Parkinson and Dr. F. A. Turfler went to Chicago this forenoon. Mrs. William Ulyat went to Richmond today as the representative at the state convention of the society of the Women’s Christan Temperance Union from Mt. Ayr. Word was received here today by Mrs. Robert Platt from her son, Robert, who is at Hampton Roads. Robert is recovering from an attack of the Spanish influenza. He had been in the hospital for five days. Walter King has returned home from Lafayette. He failed to pass the physical examination for the Student Army Training corps at Purdue university. Ray G. Anderson, of Crown Point, was in- Rensselaer today. Mr. Anderson is to have charge of this district for the Standard Oil Co./ He will make his headquarters at Crown Point.

THURSDAY HOSPITAL NOTES.

Vilas Price went to the home of his sister, Mrs. Earl Osborn, today. His condition is good. Mrs. John Burris is in a critical condition at this writing. Walter Simpson, wife and baby, of Morocco, are all improved. Mrs. Alva Jay, Mrs. Bert Amsler, Mrs. J. N. Leatherman, Mrs. Guy Merriman, Bert Shuster, Flossie Swisher and Mary Preston are all well on the road to recovery. Dr. F. H. Hemphill is still in the hospital. His condition is no better today. , Mrs. Rufus Geib and baby will soon go to their home in Remington. Miss Helen White, of Lafayette, who is teaching the No. 6 school six miles west of Rensselaer, was thrown from a buggy Wednesday evening and injured, and will be compelled to remain in the hospital for a few days to be treated. Miss Alma Stiers returned to her home yesterday. ‘ John Q. Alter is again in the hospital for attention. The hospital staff regrets very much that on account of the crowded capacity of the house they were compelled to refuse admittance to so many cases within the last two weeks.

Mr. and Mrs. Cheater Zea went to Hammond today to place they have shipped their household goods. Emery Cox,' of Roselawn, and his daughter, Mrs. Frank Garriott, of Fair Oaks, were in Rensselaer today. Mrs. Frank Fleeger, of Indianapolis, and Mrs. Kate Markle, of Reynolds, are guests of their sister, Mrs. George H. Hurley,* of this city. , Edd J. Randle received word today that his brother, John E. Randle, was very seriously sick at his home in Sayre, Oklahoma.

AT THE C TAR THEATRE —The Howes of Good Plolwowo TODAY Seo OLIVE THOMAS MRS. JACK PICKFORD Hf * "BETTY TAKES A HAND” A Picture Full of Wit and Humor. ALSO GOOD COMEDY. FRIDAYJUNE CAPPRICE IN “MISS U. S. A.” A Picture Full of Heart Interest. ALSO FORD WEEKLY EDITH STORY IN A STAR SERIES SATURDAYJUNE ELVIDGE in / JOAN OF THE WOODS MARIE WALCAMP Z' “LIBERTY" Coming Soon“A MAN’S MAN"

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