Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 24, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 28 January 1919 — Page 1

No. 24.

RUGS 22 — y —— , ~T~~~ —; '• T- ~ -T-— r-’- ,e-a- . We have just received a shipment of 6 dozen small size rugs in following sizes; ' —— 18x36 in. 27x54 in. 30x60 in. • ♦ These rugs are all in the medium and cheaper grades of Axminster. - - • 7 * - ; - r W, J. WRIGHT _ '., - » ' ■ ~ - ; ' - ;

REPUBLICAN A WELCOME VISITOR

In renewing her subscription to the Republican, Miss Wilma Scheurick, of Seattle, Wash., writes: “The Republican is always a welcome visitor. I notice there has been a great many cases of influenza at home as well as here and other places.” We enjoy very much these expressions of commendation and appreciate .them very much more than we will be able to enjoy the flowers which may be offered after it is too late to smell itheir delicate perfume or to see their exquisite beauty.

* PUBLIC MEETINGS. * * There .will be public speaking* * * On the Armenian and Syrian * * Relief Situation with competent * * speaker*, a* follow*: 1. Remington, Tuesday eve- * * ning, Jan. 28, 7:30; speaker, * * George A. William*, Rensselaer. * * Rensselaer, Wednesday eve- * * ning, Jan. 29, 7:30, at Chris- * * • tian Church; speaker, Hazel 4 * Mason, Indianapolis. * Wheatfield, Thursday, Jan. 30, * * 7:30 p. m., at Primo. Speaker* * * from Rensselaer. * Everybody urged to attend * * these meeting*. » CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE. ♦ **e•* e ♦ ♦ •

SPEAKER FOR WEDNESDAY EVENING

William J. Ohan, native Armenian, will make an address in this city Wednesday evening, Jan. >29, at the Christian church. This address will be in the interest of the Armenian and Syrian relief campaign now on. .

Anyone wi*mng to Me me will find me at the Trust A Savings bank on Saturday afternoon*. H. O. Harn*. Phene 124.

PRINCESS THEATRE TONIGHT BLUE RIBBON PROGRAM HARRY MOREY —IN— “THE OTHER MAN” .= ALSO COMEDY WEDNESDAY— Z “T _ PARAMOUNT PROGRAM TACK PICKFORD —IN—“SANDY” AND “FATTY” ARBUCKLE COMEDY THURSDAY— “ GOLDWYN PICTURES j MAE MARSH IN “THE FIELDS OF HONOR” GREATEST WAR PICTURE WITHOUT THE HORRORS FRIDAY—PAULINE FREDERICK —IN—“FEDORA” ■ » - ■ —I —! ■' . ' SATURDAY—- ===== DOUGLAS IN—“BOUND IN MOROCCO” ... , l ■ . r . ■ .j...- . ■;■■■ i ■_= PRINCESS LUNCH k GOOD PLACE TO EAT. FRESH OYSTERS. BRICK ICE CREAM. HOME MADE PIES. FRESH LINE OF ALLEGRETTI’S CANDIES.

The Evening Republican.

The city council met in regular session Monday night with all members present except 'Councilman Frank Toibias. In the matter of the petition of Hiram Day et al, for a sewer on the east side of Cullen street, on motion prayer of petitioners was granted and city engineer directed to prepare specifications and city attorney directed to prepare for said sewer. Scott street sewer—on motion city attorney was instructed to take legal steps to procure a drain on Scott street. Finance—Report of finance committee was examined and approved and proper orders are to be drawn for respective claims.

TUESDAY’S WEATHER. Forecast for Indiana: Fair tonight and Wednesday, somewhat colder in north portion tonight.

FRUIT TREES AND NURSERY STOCK

Now is the time to place your order for fruit trees and nursery stock. Every tree and plant I sell is absolutely guaranteed in every respect. CHARLES PEFLEY.

CITY COUNCIL MEETS.

Girls Wauled TO DO SEWING AT THE Rensselaer! Garment Factory Time Wages While Learning. RENSSELAER GARMENT FACTORY

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 1919.

OUR RETURNED SOLDIER BOYS

SOMETHING SUBSTANTIAL SHOULD BE DONE IN THEIR HONOR. t ’ The Jasper County War Mothers delightfully entertained the soldier boys at the court house Saturday afternoon. There was singing, dancing, light refreshments, and a pleasant social time was had. Sergeant Fred Hamilton, who has seen longer service than any other boy now back from the war zone, was called upon and made a modest talk. Other returned soldiers will follow those who have arrived and every one of them deserve with those already here all honor and praise and the old city should put on something really worthy of the occasion. Rensselaer needs very much a place that will take care of large gatherings. Why not erect a building in memory of the deeds done and the valiant service rendered by the soldiers of Jasper county who went into this great world war. In doing this we can erect a monument to their memory that will not only be everlasting but can constantly be used and for many years by the boys themselves, as well as others,. Such a building is absolutely necessary and if Rensselaer is not to degenerate into a place as quiet as “Sleepy Hollow,” it must be providedr We have the public spirit that will put over anything that is the best for the city.- Just now we need some person, society or club to take hold of this movement and success is sure to come out of it. Why not get back of this, Van Rensselaer Club? Here is your opportunity. Let us hear from some of the live citizens on this point. Boost or knock; don’t atrophy.

LIEUT. WM. J. NOWELS IS IN HUN LAND

The following interesting letter from Lieut. Nowels is published by the courtesy of his wife: Esch, Luxemburg, Dec. 20, 1918. It seems we are settled down for a while at last. We pushed away toward the Rhine, then came back here to Esch for the winter. I think there was some change in the plans and they didn’t put as many divisions along the Rhine as they intended, so we are to be in reserve this winter. The men are quartered in a fine high school building with steam heat and electric lights; quite a change from the shell shattered towns of France. The officers are quartered in private homes. I am staying with a fine old German family, who do just anything for me. They had two sons in the German army, one is here now, a fine fellow, speaks English well. Most of the people here speak English a little as they all take it in school, and they have wonderful schools. It is the nearest civilization I’ve seen since landing in Europe, but one hates it all anyway for the one desire of everyone is “home.” A palace wouldn’t satisfy the poorest soldier here, but any old ■hut in America would sure bring joy to us all. I do-wish I could hear from home. A little mail comes in but never any for me. I wonder and wonder how you are, and the folks, but never get an answer to my wonderings. I know you write and I suppose I will get them some day. It makes one rather anxious though, with the flu taking so many over there. We have an inspection this afternoon, so everyone is cleaning up this morning. I think the next time I visit Europe I will join a party like President Wilson’s; this seeing the country on foot, while giving you a thorough knowledge has certain drawbacks which I don’t care much about. I think if there is any more intensive traveling to be done in our family we will send the family cat. I think it would appreciate the way the French jive better than any of us; having the stables next door to the dining room, etc. They say the financial status of the people is judged by the cleanings from the stable, piled in the front of their door. If that is so, everyone must be a millionaire, however that be, I can’t tell, but it does solve the problem why so many people use so much garlic. I can’t imagine a greater punishment than having to live in Europe. They sure had all ought to go to heaven after beign put here for life. Just ate dinner. The company officers eat at a private home—just acros sthe street from where I stay. It is rather homely for me. . We do eat fine too, but I sure would like to trade it for some good old home cooking again. I see by the papers that they are mustering the soldiers out pretty fast over there. I wish our time would hurry up and come, but we are doomed for several months yet I guess. We are going to have roast pig and goose for Xmas. Wonder what you will have. Well, must close and go to inspection, so good-bye. Yours ever, JAY. Dt. William J. Nowels, Co. I, 60th Inf., A. P. O. 745„ A. E. F.

Glenn Burns returned from Chicago this afternoon.

RAILROAD CASE STILL IN COURT

PLAINTIFFS GIVE EVIDENCE SHOWING PUBLIC CROSSING WAS IMPASSABLE. The case of Joseph D. Law, administrator of the estate of Ameddie St. Pierre vs. the New York Central railroad company, an action for SIO,OOO damages on account of the death of Mr. St. Pierre, caused by an accident north of Morocco at the railroad’s crossing, is still occupying the attention -of the court. Hon. Henry Vinton ,of Lafayette, is presiding as special judge. The plaintiff rested his case about noon Monday, having in-, troduced a large number of witnesses who testified that the particular crossing where the accident occurred was almost impassable and that the company’s engineer failed to sound the whistle when approaching the crossing. The contention of the plaintiff seems to be that the automobile in which the parties who lost their lives were riding became stalled on the cressing on account of a deep depression being left between, the boards on the inside of the rails and the crossing generally being left in a rough and impassable condition. Today the railroad’s company’s witnesses, consisting mostly of employes of the railroad, are testifying to the accident as it appeared to them. The railroad company’s witnesses who were in charge of the train contend that the signals were given and that they were without fault and that the crossing was in good condition. The introduction of evidence will probably consume the balance of the day and the argument of counsel will not be made until tomorrow. The case is attracting considerable attention and quite a large number of people are attending the hearing.

ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED.

The announcement of (the engagement of Ida Borchardt, of Brunswick, Ga., to Clarence Lilienthal, of Savannah, Ga., has ibeen received by her cousins, B. F. and Sam Fendig. The wedding will take place the early part of March. Miss Borchardt has visited here several times, and is known by many here who will be pleased to learn of the coming event.

TUESDAY HOSPITAL NOTES.

Mrs. Henry Wood entered the hospital and will be operated on this afternoon. Mrs. Rebecca Stevenson entered the hospital today with influenza. All other patients are improving nicely.

CALL CITY BUS LINE FOR TRAINS AND CITY <1 SERVICE. - . LE E RAMEY ' ' Phone* 441-White and 107.

ROSS BENJAMIN IN FRENCH HOSPITAL

Mrs. Ida Benjamin has just received a letter from her son, Ross, in France, dated Jan. 2. He states that he had been quite ill in a hospital for about two-Weeks and a half but was better and expected to be able to get out in a few more days. He said he was in a nice little hospital about three miles out from Colombey, and that they were well taken care of. He is situated in an aviation camp at Colombey, fifteen miles southeast of Nancy, and says the camp is getting larger every day instead of smaller and there is no prospect of him getting home very soon. He is superintendent of A. P. O. 731 A and in a former letter said he had eleven helpers, which was not nearly enough.

WEDNESDAY EVENING JAN. 29. 8 O’CLOCK > ‘A VICTIM OF THE SEAL’ ' • *• . ■ j Ahighly interesting and instructive play presented by COLUMBIAN LITERARY SOCIETY : 35c at —35 c k COLLEGE AUDITORIUM Auspices K. of C. I- Benefit of'St. Augustine’s New ; Church Building Fund. Free transportation for those ; {who desire to go. Report at Kuboske’s Garage at 7:1S«. y

I “I’ll take this.shirt in size 15 with 34-inch sleeves.” “Pardon me, sir, . b t 33 si * I t 1 $ for you.” 1 “No, give me 34-. these H H shirts are so good looking —————— I like to have the cuffs stick out ® to show as much as possible!” |

HAVE MOVED TO THIS CITY.

Mr. Omar Wilcox and family have moved int the Lee Ramey property in this city. They have just lately returned from near Lisbon, North Dakota, where they had been living for the past three years. Mr. Wilcox is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Wilcox, of Union township, and Mrs. Wilcox is the daughter of Mrs. Ransom Elijah, of near Mt. Ayr. *

CAR OF CHESTNUT IN TRANSIT.

We have a car of chestnut anthracite coal m transit. Please place your orders with us now and delivery will be made promptly upon arrival of Car.—-RENSSELAER LUMBER COMPANY. Phone 6.

FOUR CARS ANTHRACITE COAL.

We have four cars of anthacite coal in transit and can take care of your needs in uantity and size of coal. You can have a liberal supply as restrictions on the sale of hard coal have been modified. Place your orders with us and delivery will be made promptly upon arrival of cars. Farmers desiring coal will be notified when cars arrive if they desire. Phone all orders at once to KELLNER & CALLAHAN. Phone 273.

FREE HEALTH LECTURE AT METHODIST CHURCH TONIGHT AT 7:45 P. M. 4 •' Subject, “PHYSICAL PREPAREDNESS” Men and Women WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29th, AT 7:45 P. M. AT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Subject, “WHAT A WOMAN, AND MOTHER SHOULD KNOW” Women Only BY MRS. LOUISE L. McINTYRE

AN OPEN LETTER.

Dear Mose:— I hesitated ,to write you this letter, hut the time has Come when I must ask you a very important question. The temptation to do so has caused me many nights of restlessness and anxiety and you will readily understand my hesitation in writing you about a matter of this kind, when I tell you that many homes and even lives have been upset by similar trouble. Still, I feel that you should know the worst and, for in all seriousness, it may mean life and even death to me. I dare not communicate the state of my mind to my friends, for, as you know, they are all so fickle these days, and I couldn’t stand their sarcasm and ridicule, so I appeal to you, knowing that you are a true friend and 'Will not fail me. . I know I am asking a great favor of you, Tbut while you consider this question, I ask you to put aside all sodial engagements and devote all your time to the consideration of this question. I hardly dare sign my name for fear other eyes may see this letter, but I am sure you will readily guess it.. ,- - ‘ With tears streaming down my cheeks in. nervous anticipation of yobr reply, I ask, “Do you think. Jeff will ever be as 'tall as Mutt?” Sincerely yours, CLARENCE.

DIRE DISTRESS. It m Near at Hand to Hundred* of Rensselaer Reader*. Don’t neglect an aching back. Backache is often the kidneys’ cry for ■ help. ———-- '. .■ ' Neglect hurrying to the kidneys w . ... —— —>•' ~ ~ ~ follow. Or danger of worse kidney trouble. Here’s Rensselaer testimony. Mrs. J. J. Norgor, Mathewson Ave., says: “We have used Doan’s Kidney Pills in the family for a long time and they have kept us in good health. I used to suffer from freSuent attacks of kidney disorder. [y back got stiff and lame and ached so steadily it tired me out. When I tried to wash, the leaning over caused almost unbearable sharp twinges in my back. Doan’s Kidney Pills have driven away those symptoms of kidney trouble. and have made me well and strong.’’ - Price 60c, at all dealers. Don’t simp’ly ask for a kidney remedy—get Doan’s Kidney Pills—the same that Mrs. Norgor had. Foster-Milburn Co., Mfgrs., Buffalo, N. Y« - t

NATIVE ARMENIAN.

Rev. William J. Ohan is a native Armenian, was born within a few miles of Mt. His father was a minister and suffered great persecution at the hands of the Turks. It was his unfortunate lot to have been incarcerated in thirty-five prisons jof Turkey, because of his steadfastness to his religion, and as well as ;because lie was an Armenian. Dr. Ohan’s sister was a victim of the great massacre of 1898. ; His mother, his brother and a sister are now in Syria, and through them and out of the fund of his own knowledge and experiences, Rev. Ohan draws the material for his address which he will deliver at the Christian church Wednesday evening, January 29th. —Campaign Committee.

COMMENDS HOSPITAL HIGHLY.

Miss Laura A. Marlow, who had been here with her sister, Mrs. Dr. Catt, for the past two weeks, returned Tuesday evening to her home in Cleveland, Ohio. Miss Marlow is the chief matron in the large juvenile home in that city. She expressed herself as being delighted with the splendid care and attention given her sister at the hospital in this city.

ARRIVES FROM FRANCE.

Miss Nettie Jordan and her mother, Mrs. S. L. Jordan, arrived here this afternoon. Miss Jordan has just returned from France, where she had served for a long time as a Red Cross 1 nurse. We hope to have an interview with Miss Jordan and to learn ■something of the remarkable experience she had in the hospitals in France, where it is reported she did a most won- , derful work. -

SMOKER THURSDAY NIGHT. There will be a smoker at the Van Rensselaer Club Thursday night AH members kindly take notice. This is the time of year to use Dried Fruits. They are healthy and. reasonable in price. Prunes 10, 12 and 15c a pound. California Evaporated Peaches 18c a pound. Seedless Raisins for dessert or pies 15c a pound. Fancy Evaporated Seeded Raisins 12 and 15c a package. Fancy Evaporated Apricots 25c a pound. Mince Meat 2 packages for 25c. Eger’s Grocery.

Star Theatre —The Hoom ot Good Pictnree - ‘ TODAY CATHERINE CALVERT Th* Lady Beautiful of the Screen Supported by HERBERT RAWLINSON —IN—«OUT OF THE NIGHT" ~ 6 Reel Sherry Feature No Advance in Price. ———- v —_____ WEDNESDAYEDNA GOODRICH . ' —IN— - “TREASON” BILLIE RHODES “LIKE MOTHER MADE” . - THURSDAY— • • . “THE MARRIAGE BUBBLE” * Featuring WM. DESMOND FRIDAY—GEORGE WALSH . “BRAYE AND BOLD”

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