Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 71, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 26 March 1919 — Page 1

No. 71.

We want the owner of every new Edison Phonograph to send their names to our store. ' - » - . • r . . r .... : - We will send youa monthly list of all the new records. If you have any broken parts to your machine we will* get repairs ter you. We expect to put a service on all New Edison Phonographs that have been sold out of Rensselaer. W. J. WRIGHF

Card of Thanks.

We desire to extend our thanks to the neighbors and friends for the flowers and many acts of kindness extended during the illnes and death of our wife and mother. RUSSEL HAjRMON and CHILDREN.

Card of Thanks.

We wish to thank the many kind neighbors and friends for their many kind acts and words of sympathy during the sickness and following the death of our beloved baby. Mr. and Mrs. WALTER KELLY.

1919 PASTURE for HORSES, STEERS, COWS IN - - - Newton and Jasper Co. Vicinity of FAIR OAKS Ready to receive the stock May Ist and will keep to Nov. Ist. .All stock must be branded. Arrangements can be made now. SEE JAMES E. WALTER Rensselaer, Indiana Manager J. J. Lawler Ranches Phone 373

ANNOUNCEMENT Wish to announce that I am back from the army and opened up a law office in room 4, Oddfellow blag., Rensselaer, Ind., phone 142. Office days Friday’s and Saturday’s. W. H. PARKINSON.

PRINCESS THEATRE tonight ' < ■ Wm. Farnum in ‘‘Rainbow Trail” AlsoFATTY ARBUCKLE “The Cook” This is one of Arbuckle’s new ones. THURSDAY—- , VIVIAN MARTIN “HER COUNTRY FIRST” A Cristy Comedy — FRIDAY—LILA LEE CRUISE OF THE "MAKE-BELIEVE Sunshine Comedy HER HUSBANDS WIFE V - SATURDAY—ETHEL CLAYTON THE GIRL THAT - CAME BACK GOOD COMEDY COMING FRIDAY, APRIL 4th TARZAN OF THE APES

The Evening Republican.

COUNTY EDUCATIONAL NOTES

The eight grade diploma examination was one of unusual interest throughout the county Saturday, March 15th. Teachers, pupils and county superintendents are satisfied that this examination was one of the surprises of the school season. The queries were unusually difficult as well as unfair in a number of the subjects. But this is only one incident indorsing the growing antagonism to examinations of pupils and teachers. County superintendent Sterrett will present a solution to the board of education at its reg* ular meeting, Monday, April that will cure much of the inequity grounded upon such an examination. It is right that all pupils Should take an examination of such a character that tests their ability to do high school work, but it is absolutely unfair when it does anything more or loss Mrs. Elizabeth Kanne is substituting for Jennie Eib, at the Burnstown school in Barkley township. Frances Davis of DeMotte is substituting for Vivian Jones Delahanty at the Kersey school in Wheatfield township. Mrs. Delahanty has taken down with a severe case of the mumps. Robert Smalley; of Newton township has resumed his work after a week’s sickness. Mrs. Lem Houston substituted for him during the week. Leah Flora, of Curtis Creek, in Newton has resumed her teaching after a week’s sickness. 'Elizabeth Kanne substituted for her during the week. Elizabeth Yeoman, of the Aix school in Union township, closed her school last Friday. She will enter Indiana university next Monday. Gant school in Union, taught by Thelma Nolan; Center in Union, taught by Mabel Barnes were finished last week. All of the other schools in Union township are still running. Subscriptions were taken at Fair Oaks and’ Rose Budd to extend the term longer. Several schools will close in Milroy township the coming week. There will be a joint institute, of unusual interest held in the high school auditorium, of Rensselaer, on Saturday, April sth. The public are invited to attend this institute. The program will likely appear in the I next educational notes.

RENSSELAER, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY MARCH 26, 1»19.

HARTNETT IS SET FREE

ATTEMPT TO HOLD DEFENDANT ON MURDER CHARGE ,r ___ FAILS* The trial of Dan Hartnett, who had been charged with the murder of Earl Hughes, a Monon brakeman, and which was heard by Schuyler C. Irwin, Justice of the Peace, of this city, Tuesday, consumed the entire day and resulted in Hartnett being set free. We gave the evidence presented by the State until noon Tuesday in our Tuesday issue. The afternoon, was taken by the defense in pre- ! senting their evidence. One witness for the State was, placed upon the re-convening of court in the afternoon. This was R. E. Nelson, who conducts an automobile repair and auto accessory shop. Nelson swore that he and John Weinhardt had gone to the caboose of train No. 45 the day of Hughes’ accident and that they had found an iron bar covered with blood. The bar was placed in evidence. The purpose of the state was to show that in the pits of the bar there was sand and blood. For the defense, Mell Abbott, James Ennis and W. H. Beam, Monon agent here, testified that Hughes wps under the influence of liquor while in Rensselaer. On cross examination Attorney Sills for the State tried, unsuccessfully to get Mr. Beam to testify that he had orders from railroad officials to keep the Hughes matter as quiet as possible. Fred Ball was then called to the stand. Mr. Ball was the conductor in charge of the local frieght train No. 45 on October 24, 1919, the date of the disappearance of Hughes. Mr. Ball stated that he was 46 years of age; that he had worked for the Monon for more than twenty-one years, serving as freight and extra passenger conductor; that he had served on train No. 45 fort eight years, and that he had known Hughes for twelve years. Mr. Ball gave his story of the affair as follows: “On the night of October 24, 1918, while my train was in the siding at Roselawn, Hartnett came to me with a Switchmen’s Union card and asked that I permit him to ride as far as Monon with me. I gave my consent, and he immediately went to the caboose and fell to sleep and slept until we reached the siding at Pleasant Ridge permitting the Milk train to pass us there. While waiting for the Milk train, the rear end of our train was cut off and some of the crew went to McCoysburg to pick up some extra cars which we were to take to Monon. This was done at this time in order that when the Milk train passed we could go directly to Monon without being forced to stop.

I remained with the rear end of the train along with Harnett and Hughes. When the train returned from McCoysburg, I went to the head end to get the numbers of the cars we had just picked up. Upon returning I found Hughes and Hartnett quarreling. I learned from Hartnett that Hughes had awakened him and told ham that he was in Monon. Hartnett had gotten off of the train and upon finding out that he had not yet reached Monon started to get back on the train again when he was ordered by Hughes to stay off. Hughes had locked the door of the caboose in order to keep Hartnett out. The men were members of different railroad organizations and it was for this reason that Hughes did not want Hartnett on the train. The three of us then went to the caboose s and I unlocked the door and we all went inside. Hughes and Hartnett continued their quarreling while I was making out my report and checking my waybills. Hughes attempted to strike Hartnett with a chair and in so doing broke my lap-board and scattered nljp*papers all’ over the caboose. I then interfered and gave Hughes a slap, after which he went to the rear platform and got a tail light and threw it at me. That was the last seen of him, and I supposed he had gone over the top -to the head end of the train to take up his duties as head brakeman, for he said upon leaving: “I’m through with you.’ We arrived at Monon at 7:45 where I signed for my crew, saw the yardmaster and asked to be relieved from my run on the following day as I was not feeling well. However, I Was called to make my run the following morning, and that evening, October 25, I made a leaving: “I’m through with you.” statement in Hammond to Train-

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DeMOTTE TEACHER CLEARED OF ASSAULT CHARGE

The trial of Bert Llewellyn, “the DeMotte shod teacher, charged with assault and battery upon the person of Orval Russell, a pupil of his, on .the 26th day of last November, was heard in Kentland Tuesday, by Judge Hanley, Rensselaer attorneys appearing for both the State and the Defense. The jury was out about ten minutes and returned a verdict of not guilty for the defendant. It was shown by the' defense that the boy had acted in a surly manner toward his teacher and had cursed him when reprimanded, whereupon Llewellyn slapped him, and did not strike him with his fist as the State claimed.

Car Washing and Repairing.

I am now back from the army and am located in the McKay laundry building. Auto repairing done right at reasonable prices. Car Washing done promptly and in way that satisfies. Give me a trial. BERT AVIS.

WEATHER For Indiana —Rain this afternoon and tonight, much colder tonight; Thursday, fair and colder. * TEMPERATURE. The following is the temperature for the twenty-four hours ending at 7:00 a. m. on the date indicated: Max. Min. March 25 ..-64 35 March 26 71 48

master Lewis that I had not been angry with Hughes and had simply chastised him for his conduct—toward Hartnett.” !0n cross examination, Ball admitted that he had made a false statement when he signed an at Monon saying that his crew was present; also at Hammond when first interviewed by Officer Hayes and that he had not been carrying anyone the night of October 24 and that there had not been any trouble in the caboose. Ball charged his statement in these matters after being advised by Officer Hayes that Hartnett had made a statement saying he had ridden with Ball from Shelby to Roselawn on the night of October 24 and that at Pleasant Ridge Ball had had trouble with Hughes and had thrown him off the train/ Dan Hartnett, the principal witness in the case, was the next to be placed on the stand, and the Irishman proved to be an excellent witness and strengthened his own cause materially. . Hartnett stated that he was thir-ty-seven years of age; that he had worked as a call-boy; that he had been employed by the Monon as a switchman on three different occasions, and that his home was in Lafayette. He told of getting on the train at Shelby and of going to sleep before reaching Roselawn and sleeping" until awakened by Hughes at Pleasant Ridge. His story of the trouble that he and Ball had with Hughes from the train was untrue, conducter Ball. He further stated that he never made any attempt to strike Hughes and that . Detective Weinhardt’s statement saying that he 'had told him that Ball had thrown Huges from the train was untrue. According to Hartnett, the last seen of Hughes was when he left the caboose and went to the rear platform where he got a tail light and either threw or kicked it at Conducter Ball. He stated that Ball was not angry with Hughes, but tried in a fatherly way to get him to behave himself. He told of arriving in Monon and of meeting Weinhardt and of remaining in Monon until a midnight train when he left for Frankfort, and that for over a week followng the accident he visited his sister in Frankfort and his brother at Lafayette, before leaving for St. Louis to seek employment. On the cross examination Attorney Sills and Hartnett engaged in repartee that delighted the spectators, the Irishman holding his own against the verbal thrusts of the attorney. Attorney Sills failed in his attempts to make the defendant deviate from his former stories, and there was no one that believed Hartnett guilty of the crime with which he was charged. When asked how many times he had been arrested, Hartnett stated that he did not know, but that he had spent numerous Sunday in jail sobering up from Saturday night drunks. At this point he was dismissed from the stand. John Hayes, special agent for the Monon, was the last witness called and told of having called Ball out into the hallway during the Hammond hearing and of advising him to correct his false statements, cautioning him that Hartnett had already made a statement saying that he had ridden with him on the night of October 24. The case then went to the hands of Judge Irwin and Hartnett was speedily acquitted by him. ■ln rendering his decision, Judge Irwin stated that the evidence produced could not convince him that there had been foul play, and bhat th® was much less evidence introOTced showing that Hartnett had anything to do with it if there was foul play. The decision met with the approval of practically all disinterested parties. Whether or not this ends the investigation remains to be seen, but there are many who assert that the plaintiffs will continue in their efforts to show that Hughes was murdered. ‘ The attorneys for the plaintff were Kitt Sills, of Monticello, and J. A. Dunlap, of Rensselaer. W. H. Parkison was council for the plaintiff.

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OBITUARY

Margery Lenna Rardin, the oldest child of Rev. O. S. and Rosa V. Rardin, was born March 30, 1889, in Boone county, IrfHiana, and departed this life at her home in Kokomo, Indiana, March 22, 1919, at the age of 29 years, 11 months and 20 days. She was united in marriage to Russel J. Harmon, of Rensselaer, Indiana? in August,Tl9l2.' God blessed this union with three daughters, Helen Lucile, aged 6 years, Bernite May, aged 4 years and Margaret June, aged 2 years. Deceased leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, three children and her father and mother, one brother, L. W. Rardin, of Parr, Indiana, and one sister, Mrs. J. E. Hopkins, of Moody, Indiana, and a host of friends to mourn her departure. Margery was a loving daughter, a devoted wife and faithful mother. She was loved and esteemed by her neighbors and all that knew her, and had a smile and a cheery word for everyone She met. Margery united with the M. E. church, of Noblesville, Indiana, when in young life. She as many others did not at all times live true to her religous vow, but before her departure she made peace with God and fell to sleep in the arms of Jesus to awake in that land that knows no sickness, pain or death.

WEDNESDAY HOSPITAL NOTES.

Mrs. Leonard Rhoades entered the hospital Tuesday evening with a severe attack of influenza. She is quite a little improved today. Mrs. John Anderson re-entered the hospital Tuesday having suffered a relapse from her former trouble. James Johnson, of Wolcott, entered bhe hospital this morning and underwent a major operation. Judson Fitzpatrick was able to go to his home in Francesville Thursday. Mrs. Winfield LaFoon went to her home Tuesday. She was very much improved. ” Mrs. Victor Comer and baby went to their home today.

CITY COUNCIL.

The council of this city meet in regular session Monday night with all members present except Councilman Waymire. Petition of Henry Eigelsbach for sewer on Harrison street was referred to the sewer committee. . Prayer of Sam Kamowsky for alley nt Block 1, Thompson’s addition was granted, city attorney prepared resolution and city engineer ordered to execute plans for the same. Petition-of Hiram Day, et al for electirc light on east gravel road continuing from Grace street was referred to the light committee. City treasurer, Charles M. Sands authorized to take up SSOO. water bonds held by H. R. Kurrie. Finance committee carrying regular claims was approved.

BLUE RIBBON FLOUR PLEASES.

The Iroquois Roller Mills of this city is in receipt of the following letter, which is a very substantial endorsement of the splendid flour made by this one of Rensselaer*s home enterprises: Iroquois Roller Mills, Rensselaer, Ind. Gentlemen: • . You may send me a movie slide to be used in advertising your Blue Ribbon flour. We hope to handle it ih/25 bbl. lota soon, as per your suggestion, so I will save handling it so often. \ \ - Your truly, B. M. Way Stores Co., Brookston, Indiana. .

WEDNESDAY GRAIN MARKET

Oats 62. Corn 1.41. Rye, 1.50. Wheat $2.11

URGES HIS RE-ELECTION

DANVILLE COMMERCIAL-NEWS ENDORSES FRANK P. MEYER. Rensselaer has sent out into tka fields of activity a great number «f its sons, who have won for them* selves positions of honor, trust and influence. Among these men of who wehave reason to be justly proud is Frank P. Meyer, who for the past two years has held an important public office and is now a candidate for re-election. We note with delight, the fact that Mr. Mteyer is a republican and this explains, at least in a measure, his rise in business success and public usefulness. His home paper the Danville, (Ill.) Commercial-News, has the following words of endorsement of Mr. Meyer: ■Frank P. Meyer, of the Cavanaugh & Meyer shoe firm, is one of the regular republican nominees for supervisor. He is a good man for the place. He is a successful business man and applies to county affairs the same careful .thought and thoroughness of investigation that have made him a big factor among local business men. His aptitude for handling affairs has resulted in his being named as the head of the Illinois Shoe Retailers’ Association and also president of the National Shoe Retailers. He is an ardent advocate of good roads and believes that Danville can be made a larger and better city only by careful improvement, safeguarding the public at every stfep. In view of the fact that the county contemplates much work during the next few years, Mr. Meyer is an ideal man to represent Danville township on the county >oard. Remember this when voting

LAUNDRY Reaching us by Wednesdays Back To you thoroughly cleaned same week. MRS. 0. H. McKAY

RESPONSE TO RED CROSS CALL IS LIBERAL.

A very liberal amount of clothang, shoes and other useful articles of apparel are being delivered to the Red Cross. More than S2OO. worth of good shoes have been received. Everyone should search their wardrobes and give to the Red Cross any garments which they can spare and which are needed so very much by the unfortunate people in Europe..

ATTENDED GOLDEN WEDDING.

Mr. and Mirs. Peter McDaniels attended the celebration in Boswell Tuesday of the half century anniversary of married life of Mrs. McDaniel’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Gilger. The occasion was a very delightful one and a most elegant dinner was served to a large number of guests.

Announcement Cope J. Hanley announces the opening of an office for the general practice of law in connection with the law office of John A. Dunlap in the Trust and Savings bank building. • . . AT THE STAR THEATRE THE HOUSE OF GOOD PICTURES Ci ■ TODAY Grammar School Benefit MARGUERITE MARSH —INCONQUERED HEARTS Seven Reel Special 10c and 20c. < ■ 1 mi'-> THURSDAY— J. BARNEY SHERRY —IN" 1 __ ■ “HIGH STAKES” FRIDAYJUNE CAPRICE —IN—“BLUE EYED MARY”

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