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REPRESENTATIVE BEEVES RESPONDS
-'YOUTHFUL REPRESENTATIVE TO STATE GENERAL ASSEMBLY DEPARTS FOR CAPITOL
TO TAKE UP DUTIES DURING SESSION
ILL HOLD CAUCUS TONIGHT
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Representatives Will Be Made AcCominittees Upon To Be Chosen
Within Few Days Big Grist of Business Before the House of Representatives Law Calls For Sixty-One Days' Duration of the Meetings.
Attorney Robert F. Reeves, of the law firm of Welborn & Reeves, departed for Indianapolis this afternoon, carrying credentials which will show that he is the officially elected Representative from Hancock county, to the Indiana General
Assembly, which convenes tomorrow. Mr. Reeves enjoys the distinction of being the youngest Representa-
ROBERT F. REEVES
live ever chosen from this county, 'he being but 31 years of age. He will be in attendance at the caucus which will be held tonight, and ready for business Thursday morning.
The session, according to the constitutional law of the state, will continue for a period of sixty-one days. There are more than forty committees which have practically been selected, and the representatives of each of them will be officially announced within a few days.
While the youngest Representative ever chosen from this county, the Democrats believe that they ,i have in Mr. Reeves a most capable ,*and competent man to handle the affairs of which he will have charge. He is well known not only in this city and county, but all over this part of the state as a man of unusual executive qualifications for his age, and his college and professional training all the better fits him for the official work which will be of interest to many. Mr. Reeves will doubtless be assigned to duty upon a number of the committees $ which will have charge of the work but at this time he does not know which ones he will become identi-
Tied with. Representative Reeves is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Reeves, old-time residents of Brown township, where they are known, and most highly respected by all. Mr. Reeves, Sr., is known throughout a this and other parts of the state as k" a raiser of fine hogs and cattle.
His son, who has been chosen to represent this county, is a graduate of Yale College, and has proven •4/ to be very industrious since his college days, having assisted his father while in the country, and |j- then dividing his time with his chosen profession.
Mr. Reeves is very conservative ^'regarding his career, and it is only by means of the reporter bringing about the inquisitive form of conversation that facts are gleaned, although he is decidedly affable and justly proud,' to a degree, of the honor which has been bestowed upon him.
Oscar Jackson, who is building a house for E. L. Fritch on his farm east of this city, has the house inclosed and ready for the plasterers. Mr. Jackson has the new addition to the church also in the hands of the plasterers.
Eden M. E. Sunday School. Following is a report of the Eden M. E. Sunday school for January 5, 1913: Teachers and officers present, 12 scholars, 43. Collection, $1.37. Due to the inclemency of the weather, the attendance was not as large as usual. The new officers, which consist of many old ones, began their duties with renewed energy, hoping to make this jyear more successful than the last. Class No. 3, taught by I. H. Day, won the banner of offering for last year, and the Golden Rule Class, taught by Miss Anna Barnard won banner for good attendance. The Bible class is progressing nicely. An interesting lesson was discussed Bunday evening, after which an able sermon was delivered by B. Stout, who iso ut in the interest of the Methodist hospital of Indianapolis. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend the services at the M. E. church in Eden.
MARRIED FIFTY YEARS
Golden Wedding Anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Cicero Hamilton Celebrated New Years Day
At the Gibbs Iloijie.
On January I, 1803, Cicero J. Hamilton and Mary E. Sample, were joined in holy wedlock. Fifty years of a happy married life have passed since that time, and on January 1, 1913, their wedding anniversary was celebrated at the home of their daughter, Mrs. Milo Gibbs,-403 East Main street, this city, from 2 to and from 7 to 10 p. m.
There were over one hundred people present, ranging in age from 2 months to 85 years, the youngest being a great granddaughter of the bride and groom. About two hundred people had been invited, many of whom could not be there on tiecount of sickness. The out-of-town guests were Mrs. Mavinda Wheeler, of Noblesville Mrs. Mary E. Holtsclaw, of Spiceland Mr. and Mrs. John Duty, of Charlottesville Mr. and Mrs. Will Draper and their daughter, Evelyn, of New Castle Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Woods, of Knightstown Mrs. Fannie Justus, of St. Louis, and Miss Mabel McCord, of Indianapolis. There were also many present from the country surrounding Greenfield.
All present had a good, social time, and none enjoyed the occasion more than the bride and groom —two good, jovial people who try to make it pleasant for all with wrhom they are associated.
Before leaving, all partook of refreshments served by the hostess, Mrs. Gibbs, and her able corps of assistants, who were highly complimented for the manner in which the guests were treated. On leaving, we bid our friends idieu, wishing them many more years of happy, married life.
/•QL. XXXIV. NO. 2 GREENFIELD, IND., THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 1913.
One Who Was There.
A Birthday Dinner.
On January 7, 1913, occurred the 71st birthday of Moses C. Fort, living near Wilkinson. The way was dark and dreary, but at the arrival of his ever mindful children and grandchildren the gloom turned to sunshine within and all proceeded to enjoy the day together with him and his good wife, who at 12 o'clock invited them all to the dining room where a bountiful dinner wras waiting. Thanks was offered, then all prbceeded to do justice to the good dinner which Mrs. Fort prepared. In the afternoon a good time was had and in the evening all departed wishing Mr. Fort many more long years of health and happiness. Those present included Dr. Charles Pratt and family, of Dunreith J. 0. Fort and family, of Willow John Fort and wife, Mrs. Sarah Armstrong and Jesse Sparks and wife.
Afraid of Democratic Times Rufus Black, of near Philadelphia, was in Greenfield Wednesday afternoon. He is in his eightyfifth year. He is one of the well known citizens of Hancock county. He has been a staunch Republican and does not have any confidence in the ability of the Democratic party to manage the affair^ of the United States. He ^confidently expects to see business matters close down. He says that it has been the history in the past and he expects it in the future. He said a Democratic administration cost him $5,000 in loss of property. Mr. Black says that Democratic administration will affect business.
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EIGHTEEN FEET EXCAVATION PROBABLE
The Double Track of the Pennsylvania Railroad Will Be Laid in Greenfield Below the T-
Level of Street.
There has been considerable said about the double tracking of the Pennsylvania throughout Hancock county and city of Greenfield. As the time approaches the interest increases. Which side of the track will the new line occupy has been asked frequently by property owners in Greenfield who will be affected thereby. The feature of the improvement which will affect all of the people of the city is that of whether the track will be elevated over the streets or cut below them.
In Knightstown and Cambridge City the tracks have been elevated while in Dublin the tracks have been lowered. In the first two of these towns the streets pass under the tracks and in the latter town they pass over.
Greenfield is on a hill compared with parts of the road bed both east and west of this city. Therefore, it is supposed that a cut will be made through Greenfield. A cut will probably not be so unsightly as a flll, and of the two plans is probably the more desirable. The elevation through Greenfield would have to be about eighteen to twenty feet deep. A state law requires that all bridges over a railroad track must be at least 21V* feet in the clear above the track. There are eight streets in Greenfield that would have to be bridged if the cut or excavation is made. They will be on Meek, East, State, Mount, Pennsylvania, Mechanic, Center and Hough streets.
It is greatly in the interest of the railroad company, even though it adds greatly to the expense of the improvement, to have the tracks or road-bed elevated or excavated considerably. The higher it is above the streets or the lower it is below the streets, the fewer' the people who will trespass on the right-of-way of the company.
After the improvement is made, the company wants the conditions to be such that it can send its through trains through the city limits just as fast as it can through the rural sections that is, the fast trains will not have to be slowed down. If the tracks were not over the streets, or if *they wTere not under—one or the other—the trains could not pass through the city without checking their speed. The great object of double-tracking the line is that greater speed and better time can be made between the great cities, or centers of travel, The change in the level of the track here will do away with the flag-men. There are three in this city.
Birthday Dinner.
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Jarrett, of McCdrdgyille, gave a birthday dinner Jan. 2d, in honor of Mrs. Jarrett's sister, Mrs. Otto Jarrett, of Arkansas, who has been visiting here during the holidays. There were several friends and relatives who enjoyed the day. Among them were Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Dobbins, daughter, Muriel Mr. and Mrs. William Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. William Priest, Mr. atid Mrs. Idol Roberts and daughter, Mildred Mr. and Mrs. Lou Roudebush and family, Mr. and Mrs. William Henry, Jas. Jarrett, Avery Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Thomas and son, John and Orval Jarrett. The day was enjoyably spent. Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett and son, Ralph, departed next morning fof their home in White county, Arkansas. Winfield Frazer of Center township, accompanied them on their trip home and will spend the winter there.
Arrested on Return to City. Thomas Sullivan was arrested on Tuesday night by Officer Tuttle on a charge of assault and battery. He was released on- bond this morning for his appearance in the court of Mayor Myers Thursday morning at 9 o'clock. Sullivan entered a formal plea of not guilty. He was charged with having assaulted Harry Yarner, breaking his jaw in two places. The alleged assault occurred almost a year ago. Sullivan left the city immediately and was not seen in Greenfield until last night when he was arrested
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Here's a tip for a rising young barber or manicurist who is looking for a field for his or her art, a field that is not already overgrown by other rising young barbers and manicures. Hah! (business of whispering) Go to China, where the millions are cutting off their pigtails. Also their linger nails. For centuries they have been coaxing their nails and their queues to grow as long as possible. China always has been the Bad Lands for the Barber. But—presto! Change!
Some of these pig-tails have been requisitioned by the Liebler Co. for their big Chinese spectacle, "The Daughter of Heaven," which is to be seen during the week beginning
'EASTER EGG" IS NO "JONAH" NAME
Andrew Trees, of R. R. No. 6, an old-time resident of the county, was in the city yesterday, and wras talking about, his birthday. Mr. Trees can boast of one thing out of the ordinary—for the first time since his birth Easter Sunday this year will be his birthday. Few people can say as much. On Easter Sunday in the year of 1850, he was born. This is the first year since his birth that he can truthfully say that he has a birthday on Easter Sunday. It is a fact, however, and those who have plenty of time are given the privilege of figuring when the event will again occur on Sunday, March 23d.
Mr. Trees was nicknamed the "Easter Egg," because of the fact that he was born on Easter Sunday. He has been a resident of the county for many years, and is still of the belief that Hancock county is one of the best places in the country. The "Easter Egg" appellation does not worry the owner, for he boasts of having lived to see many Easter Sundays, and hopes to live to see many more. "No sir, that Easter Egg name does not worry me in the least," he said in speaking of it. "I don't care what they call me, so it isn't too bad, and I will be satisfied so long as it is not any worse than the one they gave me when I was born."
CIRCUIT COURT NEWS
Louis Goldman and J. Albert Goldman, partners in business, vs. Simon Koin. Suit on account for $125. Dismissed.
Myrtle Shipley vs. Wm. E. Shipley. Suit for divorce, custody and alimony. Finding for the plaintiff for a divorce. The custody of Lenora Shipley, age 3 years, given to Lenora Sears, and the custody of Alberta Shipley, age 1 year, given to Wm. and Cleo Barnard. The parents have the right to visit the children at any reasonable time. The defendant is ordered to pay the parties having custody of the children a sum sufficient to pay for their clothing, doctor bills and schooling.
Nathan O. Cranfill vs. John M. and Sarah Carlton. Suit to quiet title to real estate. Defendants defaulted. Finding for the plaintiff quieting title.
Maud Cronk Vs. Wm. Gronk. Suit for divorce, custody and alimony. Evidence heard on application for an allowance. Defendant ordered to pay to the clerk the sum of $15 attorney fee within 18 days, and
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IOLA ALLEN APPLYING HER, CHINESE FINGERNAILS
January 20th, at English's, Indianapolis. As for the finger nails, only spurs that were worn by one of the persons of high degree wore them long, and with them it has been a badge *o show that they didn't have to work for a living.
But they have always taken as much interest in their nails as a hotel clerk does, and to protect them they wear golden sheaths that extend like long birds' claws from their hands. It is the middle finger and the little finger on the left hand and the last two fingers on the right that are thus armored, and if any trouble ever broke out in the har-em—whe-e-ew! Such a scratching match!
Miss Viola Allen, who plays the title role in "The Daughter of
$2.25 per week for plaintiff's support. Derrell L. Jackson vs. Floy Jackson. Petition for partition of real estate. Defendant defaulted. Finding for the plaintiff that the real estate is not susceptible of division. Ordered sold and Lawrence Wood appointed commissioner to sell the same after proper legal notice.
Criminal Court News
State of Indiana vs. T. H. I. & E. Traction Company. Obstructing a public highway. Two cases nollied on written statement of prosecutor.
State of Indiana vs. Wm. Bicktel. Grand Larceny. Nollied on written statement of prosecutor.
"TOP OTHE MORMN'"
Henry VV. Savage's New Comedy of American Life to Be Presented in Indianapolis.
Theater goers and especially those of Irish origin, will be gratified to learn that "Top O' the Mornin'" the latest Henry W. Savage production, will be seen at the Shubert-Murat theater, Indianapolis, commencing next Thursday for three nights and Saturday matinee.
It is a new Irish-American comedy by Anne Caldwell. The piece is in three acts and four scenes, depicting life in a large American city of the present day. AH the poetry, romance and wit that the Celtic race is noted for, are brought out in strong relief in Miss Caldwell's play. While the piece visualizes dominant characteristics of Irishmen, its appeal is not confined to those of that nationality, for an account of the touch of dramatic interest it possesses, and its simple wholesome story, it reaches the general public.
Prominent in the cast are such well known players as Tim Murphy, Gertrude Quinlan, Charles Erin Verner, Robert Cain, Thurlow Bergen, Peggy O'Neil, George LeGuere and others.
The production is on the same high scale that has always marked, a Savage presentation, and with the resources this manager has at his command it is a foregone conclusion that "Top O' the Mornin1" will prove to be a play that will attract Vide attention.
The prices for this engagement will range from 50 cents to $1.50. The seat sale will open Monday, January 13th. Mail orders with remittance will be filled in the order of their receipt.
Walter Niles, of Spiceland, and Clay White, of Charlottesville, were here Tuesday and attended the funeral of Claude Windsor,
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Heaven" has an equipment of these secondary wives of the late emperor. They were presented to an emissary of the Liebler Company, who visited China last, spring to gather material for the play, by the Princess Der Ling, former first lady in waiting to the Empress. They are made of thin strips of gold woven in a basket-weave fashion and are between five and six inches long. Since it was first announced that Miss Allen was to have the leading role in "The Daughter of Heaven" she has been showered with quaint properties, gowns and fans and quite a number of valuable jade ornaments, a piece of which stone every Chinaman wears next his skin to ward off' evil.
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Aged Brother of Well Known Maa Said That He Would Soon Follow At the Call of the Grim Reaper.
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Green McCord, who died at his farm home near Oaklandon, January 2d, was buried at the I. O. O. F. cemetery at Oaklandon last Sunday. The deceased was 86 years old. The funeral- services were conducted by Rev. John Apple of the Christian church at the Methodist church in Oaklandon.
Green McCord was born near Withersville, Clermont county, 0., December 28, 1826. His father died when the son was but 3 years old. The mother, with her family and her father, moved to Decatur county, Indiana, soon after the death of her husband. The deceased grew to manhood in Indiana, and about 55 years ago he came to Central Indiana, and located on the farm on. which he died. Mrs. McCord died three years ago.
Mr. and Mrs. Green McCord were the parents of seven children, four of whom survive. They are John W.. of Kennard Andrew W., of Oaklandon Millie Canada, of Indianapolis, and Nellie Clipper, who* resides in the State of Washington, and who, 011 account of delicatehealth and the distance away, was. unable to attend the funeral.
Green McCord was the youngest of five children, all are dead except the oldest, the Hon. Smith McCord, of McCordsville—now in his 94th year. A pathetic scene occurred at the funeral when the aged brother, the only survivor of the pioneer McCord family, standing at the side of the casket, taking the last look at his brother's face, said: "Green, I will be with you in a few days."
The deceased was the last of the charter members of the Odd Fellows' Lodge at Oaklandon, and wasa good citizen and a consistent Christian. _/
•A -V I'. Dr. I. W. McGuire, of this city, has been notified that he has been granted a dollar a day pension. Dr. McGuire is the oldest veterinary surgeon in Hancock county.* _____________.
Harvey Barnard, of R. R. 5, returned to Dayton today to take up his school work after spending the holidays with relatives here.