Evening Republican, Volume 23, Number 297, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 14 December 1920 — Page 1

Ne. 297.

Give Her A Sk* Hoover. —♦ - W. J. WRIGHT

RENSSELAER WINS CLOSE GAME FROM MEDARYVILLE

The. Rensselaer high school basket ball team won a close game from Medaryville at the high school gymnasium Saturday evening before a large crowd, the game being flose throughout. The lack of finished team play on the part of the visitors, combined with 'their superior weight and haphazard mode of attack made the task of the Rensselaer players a difficult one. Rensselaer was superior to the visitors in every branch of play, far more so than the score indicates. The home team lead at half time 10 to 6. During the second canto the visitors braced a bit and out-scored the hdme team, 9to 7. The final score favored Rensselaer 17 to 15. The lineup and summary: Medaryville Rensselaer Slenker F Larsh Guild F Collins Braner., __C Harmon Rayburn G.. Record G Arnott Substitutions: LAmbert for Wright; Wacknitz for Braner; Braner for Guild; Slenker for Praner. Field goals, Larsh, 3; Collins, 2; Harmon; Arnott; Slenker, 3; Wacknitz, 2. Free throws, Collins, 3; Rayburn, 5. Referee, Meyers. t Make it a happy Xmas. Do it Electrically. H. A. Lee.,

ABE MARTIN.

(Indianapolis News.) Bertie Moots did not go t’ high school t’day as his car is out o' fix. Footpads are "So thick in Indynoplus that folks have t’ whistle all th’ way home. Leave your order at . the Ideal Grocery for fancy Wisconsin potatoes. .Car to arrive this week. Price, . $1.25 per bushel. Clouse and Worden.

•PRINCESS THEATRE MATINEE—2:3O ' ’* NIGHT—7:OO

TONIGHT Samvel Goldwyn Presents TOM MOORE —IN— -•- $ Toby’s Bow.

A sizzling, comedjralrama of New York life and southern loro. Too: Moore fights and smiles his way to a glorious victory. He’s at his smiling best in this photoplay.. It’s a happy, snappy comedy-drama of New York life. It’s the kind of picture that gives you that grand an* glorious feelin*. It’z Tom Moor at his smiling fightin* best. You

* WEDNESDAY; DECEMBER ISTH ' • Benefit C. O. a F- ' B. Herbert Milligan Presents “For the Freedom of Ireland” B/ Hd Reid

A master of the Emenald Isle—a picture that takes up the Irish cause. Full of gripping scapes aed tbrabbfaw actien. A photoptay that will moisten hundreds -of eyes and bring smiles to many a fake. If you want to see the real truth

The Evening Republican.

TEXAS ARMY TO MOVE ON CHANUTE

Orders to Prepare Chanute Field for 1 . ; Southern Soldiers being CarI , ried Out. .AH is hustle and bustle out at Chanute Field in preparation for the 'coming of'l,ooo enlisted men from Kelley field, Texas. | First Lieut. Mottley and Second I Lieut. Lundell, of Kelley Field, are expected here next week ,in advance 1 of the movement of soldiers to take I over the equipment and further preparations for the mast body of men which will follow in six weeks or two months. Major John M. Reynolds and 'Lieut. C. M. Leonard are scheduled to go to Barron Field, Texas. It is now definitely known that there will be 1,000 enlisted men, twenty-five officers and ninety civilian employes to com’e from Texas. * These ninety civilian employes, together with those already on the field will have- to seek accommodations in Rantoul, as all quarters on the field will be used by the officers and. enlisted men. \ It is up to Rantoul to take care .of these people, and that without profiteering, as the permanency of a mechanics’ school at Chanute Field will depend largely upon securing suitable quarters for the civilian employes. The Dorcas class of the Methodist. church will,meet-Tuesday evening at the church.

WEATHER. Generally fair and colder tonight and Wednesday \ except probably snow flurries in extreme north portion. Tonight westerly gales, diminishing.

Everßeady Daylos for every need, at 25 per cent reduction in price. H. A. Lee.

Imow what that means. It’s the ** c * ure will want to tell fEiende about. It’s from' the famoas play that -wreathed Now York in smiles. It’s your idea of real entertainment. Also “Ford Educational Weekly’’ " lie and 17c

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RENSSELAER. INDIANA. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1920.

CLARK’S ALL-STATE ELEVEN MAKES ONE LAUGH

After glimpsing Heze Clark’s AllState high school eleven for the year 1920 one is compelled to take a few minutes off for a big hearty giggle. After scanning the lineup of the mythical team one is lead to the belief that there are but three cities in this great state of ours— Indianapolis, Wabash and Clinton. Here is the team as Clark selected it: Marks, Wabash—L. E. Kelse, Clinton—L. T. Reickel, Manual —L. G. Butler, Wabash—C. Dayhoff, Worthington—R. G. Stull, Shortridge—R. T. Payne, Technical—R. E. Anderson, Clinton—Q. B. Griggs, Technical—-L. H. B. Frazier, Wabash—R. H. B. Kidd, Bloomfield—F. B. Clark also names second and third teams, the three above named schools garnering the majority pf the positions on these teams also. In the honorable mention list, not a single northern Indiana player was named, the list being comprised for the most part of players from the three Indianapolis schools who were not placed on the first three elevens. And you will recall what a sorry showing two of the Indianapolis teams made in Indiana football circles this year. Indianapolis is fortunate in having Clark as a resident of that city.

“LASSES WHITE" MINSTRELS HERE TONIGHT. LARGE COMPANY OF FORTY-FIVE, “ALL WHITE.”

The contribution the South, has made to “Lasses” White’s career is no small factor in the pre-eminent success this burnt-cork artist has attained. In the first place, White was born and raised in Dallas, Texas,' and as a small boy sold newspapers on the streets of that city. On one eventful night when he had accumulated a supply of pennies enough to admit him to a gallery seat in the Dallas Opera House, he saw a Minstrel show for the first time. It was the Primrose and West organization in their old-time' entertainment. Little “Lasses” left the Opera House inspired. Then and there he determined that he would become a minstrel man. With this definite “Lasses” set out to master darky character immediately. He let no occasion slip by which offered him an opportunity to' study the negro at first hand. It was this careful persevering work that later stood as the corner-stone of chievement in the corner-stone of achievement in the this ragged slip of a boy. His first public recognition came when he supplanted the late George “Honey Boy” Evens; later he was featured in Neil O’Brien’s Minstrels, and for the past four seasons he has held a place of prominence with Al G. Field. His rare humor, his captivating personality and his intimate delineation of the real Southern negro have won for him a lasting place In the hearts of all minstrel* lovers. v The company apears at the Ellis Opera House tonight.

MINSTREL SHOW GIVEN TONIGHT BY R. H. S. GLEE CLUB

Tonight and tomorrow night the high school Glee Club is'to give a minstrel show in the high schoof auditorium. This is the first of a series of entertainments to be staged and promises to be a real "treat to the fun-loving public. Under the aide direction of Miss Hazel Gray, the club members have progressed until they are able to cope with the real article, and the line of jokes, songs, etc., to be-giv-en is among the best Thd most popular being put on the stage today. The jokes-are in the hands of six of the best known natural-comedians in the high school, while the duets and other musical numbers are P ut on in an efficient manner by the large club assisted by the high school orchestra. The time has been set at seventhirty and a small admission fee will be charged to cover expenses. South Bend, Ind., Dec. 13. George Gipp, l Notre Dame football star, who is confined to a local hospital with a throat infection, is near death, according to reports from the hospital tonight. Gipp suffered his- third relapse today and feat is expressed he may not survive the night. .

ATTENTION KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS

All Knights of Pythias are urged to be present at the regular meet ing of the local lodge Tuesday even • ing to make arrangements for th county meeting which is to be hel at Remingtop. Give this notic preferred ' attention and be presen without fail.

ONLY Q MORE DAYS TO aww i rz-YnJ

DEATH COMES TO YOUNG MAN

FLOYD SPAIN PASSED AWAY AT HOSPITAL AT EARLY HOUR THIS MORNING. « -c Floyd Spain, a prominent young fanner and lifelong resident of this community, passed away at the Jasper county hospital at two-fifteen o’clock this Tuesday morning. Mr. Spain had been in poor health since last‘July, but his illness did not take a serious turn until a few days ago at which time the attending physicians decided that an operation must be resorted to if his life was to be saved. The operation was of such a serious nature that the young man failed to recover from the effects of it and declined steadily until death came. The deceased was' twenty-nine years of age. Mr. Spain was born in this city September 10, 1891, and was the son of Jasper D. and Amy A. Spain, the latter deceased. * His entire lifetime /was spent in or near this city. Since three years of age he had made his home with his uncle, Charles Stackhouse, until his marriage to Miss Myrtle Amsler in 1914. At the time of his death he and his family resided on the Bert Amsler farm two and one-half miles northeast of. this city. > The deceased was a member of the Methodist church, the Masonic order and the Van Rensselaer club ana always took a keen and active interest in the affairs of those organizations. He was considered one of the most valuable members of ‘the '■local Masonic order, having served in various offices of that lodge and his keen interest in its welfare played no small part in its progress. Mr. Spain was highly, regarded in this community and his manliness and honorableness in his dealings with his fellowmen won for him the respect of all, and his passing will occasion much general regret. • - ' The surviving relatives are the wife and one eon, .Bert; father, Jas-* per 0. Spain, of Colburn, Ind.-, Charles Spain ,a brother, of Wabash, ilnd.; Mrs. William G. Coffel, a sis* ter, of Colburn, Ind.; and Mr. and Mrs, Charles Stackhouse, of this city, uncle and aunt respectively of the deceased,,.besides other relatives and friends. One son died in infancy. The funeral services will be held at two o’clock Thursday afternoon at the Methodist .* church in this city and will be conducted by the Masons. Interment will be made in Weston cemetery.

TUESDAY HOSPITAL NOTES.

Ira Huntington, who underwent an operation Sunday and Leona, the nine year old daughter of Clay Dewees, who underwent an operation Monday are getting along nicely. Both were operated on for appendicitis. . William Dunn a soldier boy, who had been in Lake Side hospital, entered the hospital here for medical attention Monday. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Dunn of Wheatfield were here Monday to see him. Mrs. English, wife of Dr. -R C. English, entered the hospital this afternoon for medical- attention. Mrs. George' Daniels’ condition is quite serious.

CITY DADS ATTEND TO BUSINESS

The city council met in regular session Monday evening with all members present except Councilman Fred Waymire. Ray D. Thompson was instructed to write $3,000 fire and $5,000 tornado insurance on the New City Hall. ' In the matter of the East Washington Street and Home Avenue sewers, no remonstrances being on file, the clerk was directed to certify assessments of property owners affected, with the city treasure for collection as provided by law. An ordinance giving the mayor authority to appoint special police was passed under suspension of the rules. The finance committees report on claims was examined, approved and claims were .ordered paid.

BED OF PANSIES BLOOMS.

Lafayette, Ind., Dec. 18.—-A. bed of pansies is in full bloom in the yard of Dr. and Mrs. C. B. Kerns, 713 Kossuth street. No similar incident of this kind can be recalled by the oldest residents, There also, has been > reports of dandelions blooming, .all] giving evidence Of the remarkable climatic changes during the last few years.

Dro<v ’ ~h I

MAN Hl We have had no winter. It is yet Lil, to come. A coat for your wife or Am daughter would make a dandy Xmaa present with a full winter ahead to tC&MbS SILK PLUSHES. S6O coats, now ' S3O J SSO coats, now $25 i' $35 COATS, now $1750 CLOTH COATS * SSO COATS, now. w. .. . - $25 22 i $35 COATS, .now $1750 $25 COATS, now.. $1250 Murray’s

GIVES PLEASANT NOTE WITH RENEWAL

Rantoul, Illinois December 9, 1920. Mr. L. H. Hamilton, Editor of the Republican, Rensselaer, Ind. Dear Sir and Brother:— I looked at the label on my paper and I find that I had better inclose check for $2.00. I. am getting along fine these days. Our company is finishing up a job of potting up 23 hundred feet of cable. This puts us in igood shape for the winter. I have not been in your beloved .city since the Republicans ■had an election) and 1 did not notify .the-Democrats, but from what I see in your paper it looks as though the people over there and everywhere are well pleased. I will send you a clipping from our local paper which gives an account of the doings at the field. This will of course increase our business quite a little. Gjve my regards to all inquiring friends. » Yours truly, 1 J. F. BRUNER. The following is the clipping to which Mr. Bruner refers:

AFTERMATHS.

Prunes are said to have gone up 5 cents a pound at the Cassel grocery store in Morocco the first thing Monday morning.

Leslie Miller is running an advertisement in his paper, “Pay up your subscription, as I need the money. ' Christmas ■ came two weeks in advance for Rensselaer fans this year. So many of the boys had their stocking hanging up and the Morocco rooters proved splendid Santa Clauses, filling them to overflowing. The rendezvous of the Morocco three-shell artists are said to be as vacant as cootie-lined flats these days. There isn’t enough jack in the village to .open a pot. A traveling man dropped into Morocco Monday morning, looked around a bit and then inquired, “Where’s the funeral?” It’s going to be slim pickings for the Morocco youngsters Christmas morning. . And “Squint Heyworth squints a little harder. The attending physician states that the patient will probably be able to sit up and take nourishment along/about St Valentine’s day. The result of the game convinces Rensselaer 'fans more than ever that the . Kentland-Morocco affair was a set up. It is the general opinion that the hired players of Kentland made no attempt to win the game and that they were approached by the speculators before the game. We were mistaken in Monday’s “issue in stating that it was P. Collins who made the pass to Phegley when the ball was earned to the one-yard line. It was Eigelsbach who made the toss to Phegley. . Banquets and speech making will Close the football activities for the year in Rensselaer, it is understood that a local fan will give • banquet for the Morocco and Rensselaer teams here next week, which will be followed by another given by the ladies for the local players. , . That’s all for this year. We’re going back to chasing robin-egg blue automobiles. Buy hen an A. B. C. Electric Laundress fw Xmas. It means numberless happy washdays. H. A* Lee. - - ''

“COMMUNITY NIGHT” INTRODUCED AT BARKLEY CHURCH

The meeting held at Barkley church last Friday night was well attended and full of interest and enthusiasm. A volunteer program furnished good entertainment for about thirty minutes after which Rev.. Dean presented the idea of an evening earfi week to be known as “Community Night.” Intorsating and helpful discussion followed and a plan was formulated, whereby one Friday evening of each month will be a Literary evening, one evening of each month to bo the young people’s evening, one evening to be Community social evening and the other Friday evening of the month will be open for entertainments, suppers or Agricultural education along different lines. A committee of five persons was elected to supervise and plan’ the programs and in general to have charge of the three evenings leaving the fourth evening given to the young people in the hands of the young people themselves. The committee consists of the following: Win. Folger, John Maxwell, Miss Jennie Eib, Mrs. John Newcome and Mrs. S. L. Jordan. This committee to serve for a period of three months at which time a new committee will be appointed. It was decided that it was best to wait till after the holidays before commencing the carrying out of these ’ plans, 'regularly, so the next meeting will be held the first Friday of the New Year. Get out your pencil now and mark this date and make it a point to get to the Barkley church that night and get something good. These meetings are not for members of the church, only, but are for the entire^community.

FINED FOR VIOLATING TRUANCY LAW

George Hamstra, of Keener township, plead guilty to a charge of having violated the Indiana truancy law, in Squire S. C. Irwni’s court Saturday and was handed a fine of $1 and costs, amounting to $12.70 in all. ! Mr. Hamstra admitted having kept his daughter, who is under fourteen years of age, out of school. . . Two other cases of a similar nature are pending and the offenders will be haled into court soon.

advertised letters, The following tetters remain unclaimed at the Poet Office at Rensselaer, Indiana. Week ending Dec. 12: R. O. Baker, F. E. Biekley, Thos. R. Bridge, Mr. George is Messinger. • . The above letters, if not will be sent to the Division nf Dead Letters on Dec- 27. ~ N. LITTLEFIELD, P. M. TODAY. Phone 902-K. Thomas Lonergan. * 1 LOST— -Saturday nearlynew bill, folded into iwnall please notify Donald Pullin, POB muas-Block wood, green. Delivered or can get at woods. Joe Moore, SOS-C. J . .. , I

TEMPERATURE. The is the temperature for the twenty-dour Mesne ouding st 7 a. m on the date tedieateg: December 14 58 43

1 11 *" Without Delay. • CHARt-F* J. DEAN * SON

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