Greenfield Evening Star, Greenfield, Hancock County, 4 January 1906 — Page 1
VOL 2.
City Council Will Not Be In-
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creased in Size.
Councilmen at-large did not put their feet under the council table last night nor will they until the first of May. Mr. Bottsford was present and Mr. Stewart was ready to be, but the opinion of the city attorney was that the law does not contemplate their resuming office until May and that where the statute says "shall assume their duties at the expiration of the terms of their predecessors" it means they shall take their office when the terms of the ward councilmen expire, as they are, in his opiniou, the predecessors of the cauncimen-at large. Otherwise there would be eight members, a condition certainly not contemplated.
Mr. Bottsford was called on for his opinion. He said lie was inclined to the opinion that he and his colleague should be seated, but that it was no personal mitter with either ol them, and that their only desire was,the city's acts should be the correct ones. "If it is determined we should be seated tonight, we are read}7"," he said,
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not we are just as well pleased It is only the city's interest that is to be considered, assuredly no personal ones."
Mr. Morford said in his opinion there could not be eight councilmen and a legal body and so far as he was concerned he would resign rather than sit in the council with eight members that he felt positive wTould be a top heavy body. "Not for any personal or political reasons, understand," he said, "but from honest conviction in this matter, for Messrs. Stewart and Bttsford are two of the best friends I have in the world and there \are no men I should /prefer for associates, but I am convinced they should not be seated^ until May."
Mr. Welborn had been in com^munication with the attorney general during the day aod he said that officevwas of the opinion the men should be seated now, although that is a question, but he had consulted with attorneys and was convinced the statutes did not so contemplate and inasmuch as the at-torney-general admits it a doubtful question either action would be legal.
The matter was dropped with the understanding that six members shnll constitute the council until May, when one less shall form that body.
Alfred H. Rottman, the new member from the Second ward, was present and took the oath of office, which was administered by the city clerk, Oscar Bever. Mr. Rottman took to the work like a veteran and appeared to be deeply interested in the business of the evening.
Taylor Morford was selected for chairman, and tlae usual routine of roll call, committee reports, etc., came along with their accustomed regularity.
It begins to look like the city treasurer is not going to get a typewriter at the city's expense, lor the committee on printing and stationery, to whom the matter was referred the second time at thejlast meeting, had no report to make, and it was laid over for future action, When a matter gets into this kind of a
rut it is a pretty safe guess it is done for. A resolution was passed for the improvement of. Hqugh street, south of Main. .-'v
An amendment to the fire department ordinance was p..\.sstcl, at request of the firemen, that will do away with the "age clause for members. The.members will hereafter be appointed by the mayor instead of the council. $
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The matter of selling an unused dy^namo at the electric light plant was referred to the committee. Tne maching coet $1,700 several years go and it is hoped to realize a considera it a
A telephone poie and fence, obstructions in the alley near North and East streets,were ordered removed.
John Brandenberg was employed to cere tor the city offices and bis salary fixed at $5 a month.
The report of the city clerk for December shows he had sold 543 vehicle licenses, 9 liquor licenses, 24 peddlers' and one bowling-alley, bringing *1,404.63.
The city treasurer's report shows a balance on hand in the water works fund of $1115.57,and $111.72 in the electric light fund, $219.09 in cemetery fund and §2,191.70 in corporation fuad..'v
A deed was made to Noah C. Holt for a lot in Park cemetery. Considerable discussion wasj had over the number and size of insurance policies carried on the electric light plant and it was decided for the committee to look into the matter and if too much is carried some of the policies will be permitted to lapse.
COURT NOTES
In the suit for divorce and alimony brought today by Minnie E. Combs, of Fortville her husband John 0. Combs, was restrained from in any way desposing of his property until the hearing of the injunction proceedings wljich is set for January 20th.
The case of William V. Rooker vs. the city of Noblesville et al. for damages and injunction came up today. Argument on motions are being heard. The case comes from the claim of Mr. Rooker, an Indianapolis lawyer that the city of Noblesville has taken gravel without property authority from his premises.
Mariory Carpenter has been confined to his home several days with a threatened case of grip.
FAMOUS
25 N. ILLINOIS ST.,
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA.
Saturday's dale in Suits, Coats and Furs.
LADIES' SUITS.
Get your Suit at the Famous tomorrow, you can get one at $6.5'),$8.50, $lu.00, $12.50,$15.00, $17.50,$20.00, $22.50, $25.00 aad up to $50.00
COATS COATS
If you want to see a complete line of Coats come to the Famous to-morrow you can save somemonev. We have coats at $5.00, $6.00, $7.00, $8.00, $9.00,
$10.00
SKIRTS SKIRTS
The Famous is kfiown in the city and all over the State to be the only skirt house in Indianapolis. We can show you all the styles that is manufactured in the country to-morrow £cpm $2.98 to $20.00.
FAMOUS
JAB. Y. BROSNAJT.
GREENFIELD, iNDIAN\ THURSDAY EVENING. JANUARN 4 1906.
Qkir Chautauqua* the First Wholly Supported by Women
Whi'e in the city this week R.CJV. H. H. Harmon, who so ably assisted the ladies of the Federation of Clubs last summer in their Chautauqua, met the committee who will have the work in charge this year and talked over the plans with them.," j^Rev. Harmon is very much pleased with the prospects in this city for a splendid session and the ladies are already putting their plans into operation that will assure GreentieldfH the best program obtainable, perhaps no better than that of las:, summer, for that would be d.i:nciit todo even in the very largest cities, but one of wider variance in the high character of numbers.
It is not generally known that this is the mother chautauq.ua in the country wholly supported by women. In most every cit}' where these chautauquas have been given ladies have been prominent in their support, but nowhere else have they taken the entire responsibility of back ing the big financial expense of the aftai^ The date of this year's chauiauqua will probably be from August 17 to 27, several days earlier than last'year. It is hoped thus to miss the disagreeable cool nights and rainy days experienced later in the year.
This chautauqua is not given for financial gain by the wonTen's clubs of this city, but for the splendid advantages it affords th® intelligence of the peoplo of the city. In no other way is it posible to hear such great scholars and distinguished men af Gunsalus, Wickersham, Robert Parker Miles and others who are secured for these programs without a big expense and a long trip. The people of the city and county had to be taught the real meaning of a summer chautauqua. They took the lesson and cried for more.
Marriage Licenses.
Walter S. Eaton of Julietta, 23, and Maude A. Fritts, 22, of New Palestine.
James W. Hiday, 29, and Ora C. James, 25.
DR.FOOL.EM
The country is full of Dr. Fool'ems, and the like. I have people nearly every day to tell me that ttoey bought a pair of glasses from a Mr. So and-s© from Indianapolis, who is coming around every so many dg^fs, but he never got back. They paid a big price, and I had to finish up the job.
Be wise, give me the first call, and save trouble as well as your hard-earned money.
DR. J. HENRY SMITH
Greenfield's Only Graduate Optician. ^1
BASKET BALL TONIGHT.
Local Team Goes to Wilkinson To Battle. .•
The Greenfield basketball team, recently organized, will play Wilkinson tonight at that place. They will leave this afternoon for the trip of sixteen miles overland and hope to wrest a victory from the Wilkinson lads. I"
The local team is composed of Earl Gibbs, Orville Burk, Lawrence Garriott, Ray Smith, Clyde Windson and Guy Whitaker.
A New Year's Feast.
A family reunion was held at the home of Moses Gant and wife in Maxwell on New Years, for the various members of the family who have been away from Indiana for somr time.
A bountiful dinner was served consisting of a fine turkey and all the good things ihey can afford. Those present were James M. Gant, the youngest son, only home a short time from the regular'arm Mr, Gant has been stationed at Moultriville, near Charleston, S. C., Mrs. Lillie Clark, a daughter, her husband and son Charles of Fortville Mrs. S Prater, another daughter and family of McCordsvine, Mrs. Prather returned from Cartersviile, Ga., in September, she has been with her husband, S. B. Prater in the south for three'years, where he is employed by the International Harvester Co,, they moved their famity to McCordsville for the benefit of the school. Mr. Prater is home on his holiday vacation and will leave Jan. 3, for his new position as blockman for the International Harvester Co., for north Florida, with headquarters at Lake City, Fla. for the next year. Others present were Mr. and Mrs. John Reynolds and Mrs. Mathe Barnard of Maxwell. After the feast and a social chat, all left for their respective homes wishing for another like occasion sometime in the future.
Others sell storm fronts at $2.50. We will sell you one at $2.00. Call and see them at J. M. Haven & Co.'s—2t
To the Public
Having been in paint, oil, wall paper, picture framing and notion business for several years as a member ot the firm of Stewart & Ellis, I take this method of thanking one and all of the firm's patrons for their generous trade in the past. From now on I will have charge of the business and willdo house painting decorating,: picture framing and carry a complete stock of all materials formerly handled. Asking you for a part of your patronage and again thinking you for past favors, I am yours, etc.
W. H. STEWART
Successor to Stewart & Ellis.
Advertised Letters,
List of letters remaining uncalled for in the postoffice at Greenfield, Ind., Jan. 4, 1906:
Mrs. Alice Steveson, Mrs. T. M. Gardner, Mrs. Beha Chapel, Lion S,jfore. Mrs. dlide Noll, Mr. Wm. Smith. Those calling for above letters pleased say "advertised."
NEWTON R. SPENCER, Postmaster.
A fine sugar corn 7c can, three for 20c at Forts's grocery.
NO ANSWER OVER TELEPHONE-
The Sad Affliction of a WeilKnown Lady.
A commission consisting oi Vinton A. Smith, justice of the peace, Dr. Warren R. King and Dr. W- A. Justice today heard testimony in the case of Sarah A. Carter,of this township, who makes her home with Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Henby, and concluded that she is afflicted with acute insanity and recommended her admittance to the hos pital for the insane. She is 55 years old and was never married.
Miss Carter's peculiar actions were first noticed about three weeks ago. She would imagine she heard men trying to break into the house and would hear imaginary messages over the telephone. She has grown worse and becomes very angry because she receivssno answers over the telephone, and she wants persons arrested for imaginary wrongs. Her occupation has always been that of housekeeper and nurse. Miss Carter is well-known over the county, having served in numerous homes.
iN SOCIAL CIRCLES.
BIRTHDAY DINNER.
January the second being the 16th birthday of Earl R. Gambrel, his parents entertained several of his friends at a surprise 6 o'clock dinner. Miss Effie Thompson presided at the piano during the dinner. Among the gnests were Miss Ruth Hobbs and Mrs. E. H. Rintoff, of Indianapolis.
PICNIC PARTY AT GAR&TOTT'S. Thirty or more of the intimate friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Garriott met last night at the home of Mrs. Jennie Binford and went in a party to the Garriott home on Lincoln street and suprised this.popular couple with one of the most enjoyable informal social events ©t the winter.
Each lady took a box of lunch which was served picnic style. Music, old time games and general social enjoyment was the program that resulted.
MUSIC ALE LAST NIGHT. Twenty members of Miss Dora Arnold's music class enjoyed her hospitality last night at a musicale and buffet supper at her home on Broadway. Miss Arnold will entertain this evening a party of young ladies in compliment to her guests Miss Ina Reddick and Mrs. Lizzie McGraw, of Knightstown.
Mrs. Francis Taylor, formerly ot this city, was one of the guests at a reception yesterday given by Mrs. O. C. Lukenbill, of East Washington street, Indianapolis.
MR. "AND MRS. HAUIv SURPRISED. Twenty of the members of the Queen's Council met at their ball at 7 o'clock last night and went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sabert Hauk, 523 South State street, and spent the evening*with tkem in social enjoyment. The visit was totally unexpected, but was no lgss enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. Hauk have but recently assumed the state of married life and the party was intended for a correct starter on their way. A beautiful berry dish was presented to the young couple by the members of their favorite society.
As a result of alighting tromi a car in strange territory James: Ferguson, principal of the Lincoln school, lias started his new duties under very annoying conditions, as he is obliged! to keep his face and chin in bandages. He stepped from the car a few nights ago at a country stop which was very dark andx fell through a bridge, knocking out some teeth and cutting a severe gash across his chin,
BUKAL ROUTE HO. 5-
Harvey Bradley attended the Brandy wine ditch trial at Greenfield last week.
Tom Bovil and wife, of Greenfield, were enrbute to Robert Bovil's Thursday.
Robert McConnell and family spent Tuesda'y with Mrs. McCennell's father, Ev. Johnson.
Miss Bessie Whittaker is spending the holidays with her sister, Mrs. Frank Reeves.
Marion Willett and wife were calling on Lon Hilligoss and family Tuesday night.
Merle Dobbins spent Saturnday with Ethei Dobbins. Freda Fuller is on the sick l^st.
Sam Bradley attended court at Greenfield Saturday. Ashley and John Moore, of Choteau, Montana, are spending a few days with Harvey Bradley and family.
Bay Willett spent the holidays with his sister, Mrs. Ada Wickard, of near Greenfield.
Robert McConnell was at Maxwell Tuesday. Lee Jacksen, of Greenfield, was calling on John Moncrief and family Thursday.
Sam Bradley and wife, Robert. McConnell, wife and mother, Mrs. William Bradley and George Pope were assisting^ Harvey Bradley at his hog killing Wednesday.
Mrs. Frank Brizendine and another lady were calling on Robert McConnell and family Thursday,
Mrs. William Jackson and daughters, of Mohawk, were calling on Mrs. Harvey Bradley Thursday.
Mrs. Lee Fuller and daughter, Freda, spent a few days with relatives at Knightstown.
Mr. and Mrs. Orville McConnel spe«t Thursday with his mother, Mrs. Ann McConnel.
Henry Chad wick and wife were at Greenfield Saturday. Robert McConnel and family were the gueste of his brother, Orville McConnell, Saturday evening.
Mrs. Mary Moncrief was at Greenfield shopping Saturday. Ed Reeyes and wife were calling on James Jacobs and wife Thursday.
Elmer Robbins and Robert McConnell were at Maxwell onbusiness Saturday.
Emery Pratt and wife, of White Haven, were the guests of relatives near Mohawk Monday.
Several from this place attended the oyster supper given by the Red Men's lodge at Mohawk Saturday nigbt.
Elmer Walker was calling on, his father, Thomas Walker, Sunday.
Marshall West and family were calling on relatives south ®f here Sunday.
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Rex, the little soa of Shirley Foster, is very ill at the home' of James Fuller.
Ed Reeyes and wife spent New Year's Day with J. W. Reeves and family, of Woodbine.
Mr. and Mrs. John Kelly, of Woodbine, were on the Route Sunday.