Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 205, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 25 August 1919 — Page 1

No. 205.

CEDAR CHESTS We are showing fifteen patterns of Cedar Chests in all sizes. Cedar Cheats have been very hard to get this year, in fact we have been practically sold out the entire year. FLOOR LAMPS We have ten new patterns of Floor Lamps that will be in the window for the next week. We also have a number of new patterns in metal Table or Library Lamps. PEDESTALS We also have received a small shipment of pedestals. See our line in the window. W. J. WRIGHT

TRAFFIC ON MONON IS HEAVIEST IN ALL HISTORY.

Traffic on the Monon railroad is the heaviest in' the road’s history, according to the officials at Lafayette. ' Every available locomotive is in use and new freight crews are being •pressed intp service. Last Tuesday thirty-one engines were sent out of the roundhouse at Lafayette to handle trains leaving that City. The railroad handled on that day 1,793 loaded cars and 585 empties, compared with 1,377 loaded cars and 960 empties on the corresponding day in 1918. With two fewer (trains than last year more cars were handled. Every station along the line reports increased business. The Monon has practically all its mileage in Indiana, running from Louisville to Chicago with a branch at Monon running to Michigan City.

HAMMOND QUIET.

Hammond, Ind., Aug. 24.—-The fourth day of the occupation of East Hammond by the state troops passed wfth the strike of the employes of the Standard Steel Car company still unsettled, negotiations awaiting the arrival of P. C. Jenks, secretary of the company. The day passed quietly. It is said the conference between the strikers and the company official's looking to a settlement will be opened tomorrow.

Milton Sutton returned this morning .to this home near Mt. Ayr. ALLHOMEPRiNf TODAY. READ THE INSIDE PA6E3. > ! REWARD I For return of girl’s plain, gold Gem wrist a watch. George W. Scott i County Recorder’s Office.

PRINCESS THEATRE —TONIGHT—- _ _ I *— ; Grace Cunard in “After the War’’ Current Events From All Over the World Also Comedy

TUESDAY Shirley Mason “The Rescuing Angel”

The Evening Republican.

MONDAY’S LOCAL GRAIN MARKET QUOTATIONS.

Z Qats, 67c. Corn, SI.BO. Rye, $1.38. Wheat, $2.11 to $2.04,

Fantastic China, the land of mysteries, August 27th. (Isaac McKinney returned to his home in Brook today. x ' Archie Blankenlbaker, of Mt. Ayr, went to Chicago today. China, the land of mystery, on Wednesday, August 27. •>. Mr. and Mrs. John N. Hortonwent to Chicago this morning. Perry, “ who" haTlbeeh. the guest of Mr. and Mrs, Oren Parker for the past two weeks, returned to his home in Chicago Sunday.

Why Does The Leading Baker of Rensselaer Use OCCIDENT? Because he knows of its uniform goodness knows that today and every day, Occident will make the same Light, Delicious, Golden Loaves. We Back It To Do The Same For You, Rowlas & Parker

WEDNESDAY Henry Walthall "False Faces’* Fatty Arbuckle "A Desert Hero"

RENSSELAER. INDIANA, MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 1919.

AUDITOR GETS TAX LEVY RULES

INFORMED AS TO THE PRECEDENCE OF STATE BOARD OF TAX COMMISSIONERS. County Auditor J_. P. "Hammond has received the following statement from the state tax board in regard to the fixing of the tax levies and applications for additional revenue: Every taxing unit contemplating an increase in revenue for the year 1920 -over that of 1919, where the total tax levy for all purposes will exceed one and one-half per cent on each one hundred dollars’ worth of property, must file its petition with the state board of tax commissioners showing the necessity of such in- • crease of revenue and can not be had without the consent of the state board of tax commissioners. Any municipal corporation desiring to collect more revenue than was obtained by taxation the preceding year (unless the total tax rate for all purposes shall not exceed one and one-half per cent on each one hundred dollars of taxable property, in which case when more revenue is provided for, a showing should be made in the report for what purposes the additional revenue iis to be used so that an approval of the tax levy will be an allowance of the additional revenue, shall file its petition thereof) or in the office of the state board of tax commissioners, setting forth the facts showing the necessity for such increase. After filing of such petition, the state board of tax commissioners shall fix the time and place when sucfh petition may 'he heard The petitioners shall give notice of the filing of such petition and public hearing thereon to the taxpayers of the- taxing district to be affected by such increase, by publication for two weeks prior to such hearing in two leading newspapers of opposite political parties, published in such district, or in one such paper if only one be there published, or in case no newspaper is there published, then by porting such notice in three public places in such taxing district. On the hearing of such petition, of it appear that a necessity exists fpr the relief prayed for, the state board of tax commissioners shall approve such increase either as prayed for or with such modifications or upon such conditions as may be deemed just and proper. If on such hearing, it shall appear that such relief ought not to be granted, the state board of tax commfissioners shall so declare and no such increase in revenile shall be granted. The state board of tax commissioners on its own initiative is authorized to reduce tax levies whenever it shall appear that more revenue is about to be raised than the requirements of the government, economically administered, warrant. The board will not hesitate to exercise this right if it is not clearly shown fpr what purpose additional revenue is to be provided. The levies may be reduced on the application of some taxpayer or taxpayers affected by such levies, to the state board of tax commissi-.n-ers but only upon sufficient evidence, upon Hearing arranged for by the state board of tax commissioners, showing that such reduction is warranted.

All tax levies of the various taking units of each county shall report the tax levies to the County auditor not later than September 15th. Such auditor shall verify the figures and calculations and if found correct shall certify same |o the state board of tax commissioners. If found not correct in any particular, he shall at once confer with the municipal corporation in error and have same corrected. If such municipal corporation shall not make t promptly such correction, the auditor shall make same and report his action to the clerk or other proper officer and his action shall b® final. The state board of tax sioners shall have p6wer to order* an increase in the total tax levy of any municipal corporation upon a proper showing that a necessity exists for such increase and that the revenues meet the requirements of such municipality. Such increase can only be granted on petition of the taxlevying officers. All levies fixed by statute for any piirpose, general dr special, shall be considered on the basis of the old assessment and shall be automatically reduced as the assessment of property within the taxing unit has been increased. The fourth session of the state board shall convene on the third Monday in September for the purpose of reviewing and finally determining the tax levies of aH the taxing units as the same have been certified to Said board by the several county auditors of the state * * and also determine the changes necessary to be made in order to raise sufficient revenue for all appropriations made by the law. The action of the state board of tax commissioners in ordering or denying an increase or reduction of any tax levy shall be final and conclus^ e -

Dr. John Hansson and Floyd Spain went to Chicago this morning.

HOME AGAIN AFTER STRENUOUS OVERSEAS SERVICE.

[ Arthur Bissenden, son of Mr. and ; Mrs. A. J. Bissenden, of this city, arrived in Rensselaer Sunday evei ning from Camp Sherman, Ohio, where he had been discharged from the army service on Saturday after two years of strenuous war service. Private Bissenden was actively engaged throughout the heaviest of the fighting in 1918, and in all spent fourteen months overseas. The second battle of the Marne, ChateauThierry, Mt. Sec, St. Miheil, the battle of the Meuse, and the, Argonne baittie found him an active participant. Young Bissenden came through the battles without a scratch and qualifies as one of the most warring warriors produced 'by this county. With very few exceptions Bissenden saw more of the great battles of the war than’ any other soldier from this community. Bissenden left Rensselaer as a member of‘Co. M, under the command of Colonel Healey, going to Hattiesburg, Miss., where he remained urttil the early part of 1918. The last few months of his overseas service were speht with the army of occupation in Germany and he left that country on August 5, arriving in the United States on August 18. He was a member of the 18th field artillery.

STRIKING ACTORS TO LAUNCH PRODUCTION.

Chicago, Aug. 24.—With all the major theatres here closed, striking actors tonight planned a week’s rehearsal for a production including the stars of the shows stopped by the strike of members of the Actors’ Equity association ten days ago. As planned, the play would open in Chicago with a tour of one-night stands in Illinois and Indiana following. Scenery was removed from one of the closed play housfes today after permission was obtained from a representative of the Actors’ Equity association and strikers were permitted to take away their personal effects.

INFANT DAUGHTER OF MRS. KATE ALTER DIED SATURDAY.

Juanita Marie, the daughter of Mrs. Kate Alter, died at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nevill, Saturday. The remains were taken to Rantoul, Hl., Sunday and burial was made in the family lot in the cemetery in that city. The remains were accompanied by the mother, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Nevill and Samuel Perkins.

YESTERDAY’S RESULTS. National League. New York, 1; Pittsburg, 0. Brooklyn, 10; St. Louis, 1. American League. Boston, 8; Detroit, 7. Chicago, 4; New York, 1. Cleveland, 2; Philadelphia, 1. Washington, 5; St. Louis, 0.

MONDAY PRODUCE MARKET.

Cream, 54c. Eggs, 39c. Hens and fries, 25c. Cocjks, 13c.

THE WEATHER. Forecast for Indiana: Fair t°* night, cooler northwest Tuesday fair.

See the Hoosier pie-eaters. They will put the blue in blueberry, at St. Augustine’s lawn festival August 27 and 28.

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MONON GIVES CEDAR LAKE SITE TO MOODYS.

The Moody Assembly, of Chicago, feels that last Saturday was its crown of glory when the Monon Railway company carried out its promises made to Paul Rader just four years ago When it agreed to give the 'beautiful Monon park at Cedar Lake, consisting of twenty acres, and its buildings to the Moody institute if it would take good care of the grounds and buildings and help clean up the lake. The Moody association has carried out its part of the bargain in splendid fashion and the west side of the lake is now a credit to both the Monon railway and the Moody institute. The Moody people have made some wonderful improvements and from 400 to 500 people a day in summer are taking advantage of the beautiful park. Two hundred children from Chicago Have been there this week from a fresh air association, having the time of their lives. A special car containing Monon officials went to the lake Saturday to make the presentation and dedicate the new hotel which has justt been completed. x

FINE HERD BULL GOES TO WISCONSIN DAIRY.

Russell Van Hook shipped by express today ja fine two-year-old Jersey bull to a prominent Jersey breeder of Wisconsin. Jersey cattle of breeding are now at the highest point ever known, and are bringing fifty per cent more on ari average than 'beef cattle. Mr. Van Hook states that it is not a question of finding buyers for his catle but a problem to keep them from buying him put. Of course, these conditions apply only to pure bred herds of high- quality.

NEVA BRANSON DIES AT V HOME OF GRANDPARENTS.

Neva Branson, daughter of Lee Branson, and a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hitchings, of North Front street, died at the home of the latter Sunday morning at 3:25 o’clock. The litle one had been sick for about three weeks with cholerainfantum. Neva was born September 27, 1916. Funeral services were held at the home of the grandparents this Monday afternoon and interment was made in Weston cemetery, the little one 'being placed beside her mother, who had preceded her in death.

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

GOOD THINGS TO EAT.

A fine cafeteria luncheon will be served at 5:30 p. m. on the evenings of August 27 and 28 at the lawn festival on St. Augustine’s church grounds. You are invited to eat there.

ATTENTION, LAND BUYERS! 1 am making regular trips to South Bend and wouT be pleased to have persons interested in buying land in that part of the state accompany me.—HARRY. SWARTZELL, ’phone 947-L

FARMERS HESITATE TO SOW NORMAL ACREAGE.

I Farmers in Indiana are hesitating to sow a normal acreage of wheat and rye (because they fear a reduction in prices next year, G. I. Christie, director of the state food production committee, said in a telegram sent to Secretary of Agriculture Houston at Washington Saturday. Prof. Christie asked for a program he can recommend to the farmers. The telegram, which was approved by Governor Goodrich, read: “Discussion of the high cost of living and the drive for reduced prices is causing many farmers to hesitate on plans for fall planting of wheat and rye and feeding of live stock —Conferences with farmers indicate sales of fertilizer are slow and much reduced, and that the acreage of wheat will he far below normal unless the present attitude of farmers is changed. The state food commission is considering hte problem, and feels that farmers should plan to sow normal acreage of wheat and rye. The commitee desires a statement from you on a desirable plain of procedure, and what lines farmers should follow.” It was brought out at a meeting of the food committee this week that any limitations in the production of foodstuffs would only serve to aggravate the present coat of living problem, and, according to Prof. Christie, the only solution of the problem is to increase production in every line.

SONS SUCCEED FATHER.

D. M. Worland, who has been in the furniture business in this city for more than twelve years, has turned his business over to his sons, Leo, John and Paul. Mr. Worland is not giving up his business on account of ill health or because 'he has all the means he desires, but he wants to do the right thing by hi< boys, two of whom were soldiers in the late war. Mr. Worland has enjoyed a splendid business and desires to thank his many friends for their liberal patronage and in helping him to build up and maintain a splendid business. But for the fact that he wants to give his sons a start he would enjoy the continued pleasant business relations. In advising the public of his retirement and informing* them of the continuation of the business by his sons, Mr. Worland is anxious that the boys may have the same happy business relations with the public which he has enjoyed. Leo Worland has had the undertaking business under his management for some time and this will be continued by Worland brothers. In making their bow to the public Worland brothers most cordially invite all of the patrons of their father to continue their business rotations with the new firm and earnestly solicit the patronage of new customers. f They will continue the business policy of their father, endeavoring at all times to give honest value for every dollar they receive. They hope >y giving strict attention to business, >y courteous treatment of patrons, new and old, and by efficient business management to merit and enjoy an ever increasing . volume of .business.' K You are invited to call at the Worland brothers’ frtmiture store and -meet the members of the new firm.

The mysteries of the walled city in “The Red Lantern,’’ August 27 th.

TEMPERATURE. The following is the .temperature for the twenty-four hours ending at 7 a. m. on the date indicated: ; j Max. Min. August 2253 August 24__89 66 August 2580 53

AT THE STAR THEATRE THE HOUSE OF GOOD PICTURES - TONIGHT - SEE “Johnny oh the Spot” A Breezy Comedy Drama, by Hale Hamilton. A continuous round of laughs. A story full of wit and humor. Don’t miss “JOHNNY ON THE SPOT.” TUESDAY, AUG. 26, Belle Bennett “The Last Rebel” Also a Two-Reel Comedy TRIANGLE DAY WEDNESDAY, AUG. 27, NAZIMOVA THE GREAT “The Red Lantern”

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