Greenfield Republican, Greenfield, Hancock County, 13 March 1913 — Page 1

VOL. XXXIV. NO. 10

MANY III ATTENDANCE HI DISTRICT

Unusually Good Time Everybody in Splendid Humor For Oc-

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casion—Many Good Talks.

The district meeting of the Knights of Pythias of Hancock, Marion and Hendricks counties convened in open session at 1:30 Tuesday in Castle Hall, Eureka Lodge, No. 20, at Greenfield. The large hall was crowded so that there was hardly standing room left, and everybody was in a splendid humor to listen to the program that had been prepared for the occasion.

The meeting was opened and remained in charge of Deputy Grand Chancellor C. R. Cameron. Mr. Cameron was at one time a classmate of Will Hough, and seemed to enjoy himself thoroughly on his visit to Greenfield.

Dr. J. W. Sparks, Mrs. Dora Andrews and Irwin Cotton favored the large audience with vocal solos. Each was roundly applauded, and the expression was general that their renditions were of the highest class. Omer Jackson gave the address of welcome, which was appreciated by the visiting members, as well as by the local order. Mr. Jackson assured the visiting members that the gates of Greenfield were thrown open to them, and that the city was theirs.

The Grand Chancellor of the state of Indiana, J. W. Gaither, gave a formal address in which he discussed the things that Pythianism stands for. His address was inspiring and deepened the appreciation of the brethren as well as the Visitors of the order. The Grand Chancellor was followed by our fellowtownsman, Will Hough, that inimitable reader of Riley, who, to hear his listeners tell it, surpassed himself on this occasion. His reading of one of Riley's poems was followed by a spontaneous outburst of applause which would not subside until he again appeared before the large audience for another reading.

George J. Richman made a few timely remarks relative to the local lodge, Eureka, No. 20, in which he indicated something of the work that this lodge is doing in fulfillment of the purpose for which Pythianism was organized.

Miss Naomi Elliott gave a very interesting reading in which she related the experiences of a young photographer who is seeking to establish himself in business. Miss Elliott's rendition of her reading was very artistic and won for her the appreciation of everyone present.

The program as made out by the committee, was concluded with a beautiful instrumental duet by Miss Hughes and Miss Elliott.

There were present in the meeting the Grand Vice Chancellor, G. M. Lewis, of Seymour Harry Wade, Grand Keeper of Records and Seal Mr. Morris, Grand Keeper of the Exchequer of the State of Indiana, and Mr. Davis, Past Chancellor of the state of Colorado. Each of these men was called upon for a short address, and each responded with a short talk that was very happily chosen. Mr. Lewis briefly discussed the truth that Pythianism teaches and stands for. Mr. Wade refused to make a talk, but enterstained the audience with a bit of wit that did credit to his nationality. Mr. Davis seemed to appreciate the situation generally, and had as good a time as he could, and everybody enjoyed it with him, at the expense of the other state officials,

In the secret session in the evening the Morning Star Lodge, No. 136, of Wilkinson, Ind., conferred /the first rank in amplified form on three candidates. The Wilkinson team is composed of artists in conferring this first rank work. The team was disappointed in not being able to use a lantern which had been brought for illustration, and in addition lacked floor space, because of the large number of spectators in the room. In spite of these disadvantages, however, the team work was perfect and won a ^hearty applause when the work was spfinished. After the first rank had ibeen conferred by the Wilkinson team, the third rank was conferred upon one candidate by the Uniform

Rank team of Indianapolis, under General Haskell. This team, of course, is in splendid training and does its work with military precision. Although the hour was getting late, the hall remained crowded so that this team, too, was at a disadvantage for floor space. The

work, however, fcas given to the complete satisfaction and admiration of everybody present.

The membership of Eureka lodge is in high spirits because of the unparalled success of? the district meeting. Everybody is praising the work of the program committee, and the universal opinion is being expressed on all sides that "it was the best ever."

Birthday Surprise

Several friends gathered at the home of Eddie Dobbins, west of Maxwell Saturday evening to remind him of his birthday, and to say he was surprised is putting it mildly. Games and music were enjoyed during the evening and a fine time was had by the following: Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Apple, Mr. and Mrs. Linder Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. William Delashmitt, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Dobbins, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Loudenback, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Boval, Mrs. Jesse Cox, Sr. Mrs. John Foster, John Mugg, Sam Prickett, Gladys and Hazel Jackson, Ada Eakin, Edna Watson, Merle Dobbins, Ruth West, Pearl, Mary, and Freda Fuller, Irene and Ruby Roberts, Mildred Delashmitt, Eddie Murphy, Charles O'Neal, Noble W. Watson, Roscoe Wilson, Fred Bussell, Robert Jackson, Ernest, Kenneth and Preston Roberts, Howard and Berlin Delashmitt, Dale Cox, and Dewey Dobbins. Supper was served during the evening, after which all departed, wishing Eddie many mc)re happy birthdays, and expressing thanks for the good time they had enjoyed.

James Smith, whose funeral occurred at the Caldwell cemetery on the National Road east of this city a few days ago, lived in Hancock county for many years in the Brown's Chapel neighborhood north east of this city. At the time of his death he was residing with his daughter in Madison county. He was a brother to the late Dr. Robert Smith, who was Hancock county's pioneer veterinary surgeon and who was a soldier of the Mexican War. The deceased was an uncle of Thomas, George and Harvey Smith, of this city. He was the last, but one of the survivors of his father's family. Mrs. Thompson, of Indianapolis, is a sister, and she attended the funeral. Her first husband was Dr. Carter, and he resided and practiced medicine at Eden. Many of the old people in Brown's Chapel neighborhood knew James Smith for many years.

Mrs. O. H. Gibbs. of Liberal, Oklahoma, who has been here the past week visiting friends here, has partially closed a deal for Indianapolis real estate. She formerly resided in this county and expects to return at some future date.

W. S. King and wife, of this city, are spending a few days with Geo. Gant and wife at Marion. While there Mr. King and Mr. Gant will spend most of their time hunting water fowl on the Kankakee lakes.

A few of the prices at Havens' grocery: Beans, 5c lb., sauer kraut, 5c qt., fish, lc each, potatoes, 18c peck 25 lbs. sugar, $1.25. Phone 110. dw

A complete line of fruit and groceries at Fred T. Havens'. dw

HUSTON COMBINATION SALE SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 1913.

'The following personal property will be sold, consisting of 15 HORSES—In this lot of horses will be sold one Jack, 6 years old also one stallion, a good one.

FIVE COWS—One will be fresh by day of sale guaranteed good butter cow two with calves by side

HOGS—Consisting of three brood sows, two with pigs following, and one to farrow soon, and one lot of shoats.

One Motorcycle, guaranteed to be in first-clas shape. One lot of Baled Hay.

FARM TOOLS, Etc. Consisting of buggies, harness, plows, harrows, drills, rollers, wagons also one lot of furniture.

Remember, this is the place to convert your property into ready cash. J. E. FROST, Auctioneer.

Charles Duncan was made happy Tuesday, M^rch 11th, by knowing that he was remembered by more than one hundred of his friends, both ladies and gentlemen, who gave him a post-card shower, the occasion being his fiftieth birthday Mr. Duncan spent most of the day looking over his cards.

Get your, seed corn at Hpw^rd Brooks Sale, March 20th: 14-17-w

GREENFIELD, IND., THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 1913.

RECEIVES SHIPMENT OFFORDJUITOMOBILES

Local Agent Received Car Load of Machines Many Sales Are Being Made.

0. H. Monger & Son, local agents for the Ford Motor Cars, received a shipment of a car load of these machines this morning. Monger & Son are hustlers and have put out many cars in the past three or four years, having sold twenty of them since January 1st. The Ford is a good machine and is placed on the market at a reasonable price.

Although it is rather early for a very extensive sale of machines, many of our local business men are buying cars for the season. Of recent years electric automobiles have come into extensive use in America. Besides the more ordinary uses of automobiles for pleasure and commercial purposes, they have been used recently in America for plowing and thrashing, and in France and Germany are used for army purposes.

Interest in automobiling has been kept up by competitive speed trials. The trials, apart from the excitement of the race, are of the greatest benefit to the designer, as they point! the way to improvement and construction. The automobile has become very popular in this country, and are being manufactured in great numbers and of many varieties.

Knows History and Traditions. Jared C. Meek, one of Greenfield's oldest soldier citizens, and in fact the oldest native-born Greenfield citizen, who is now approaching the 85th anniversary of his birth, says that he has gotten through the present winter in the very best of health, having scarcely suffered from a bad cold at any time.

Mr. Meek knows more about the history and traditions of Greenfield and Hancock county than any person now living. He has seen Greenfield grow from a village of a few houses in the woods and swamps to the present beautiful and up-to-date little city. He says that for many years, after it became a county seat all the land immediately surrounding the city was held by speculators who were holding it for $25 per acre, and would not sell it for less. That caused the town and surrounding country to remain undeveloped for many years. This kind of condition continued, he says until after the war, when the demand for the valuable timber on the land became great. Much timber was then sold and the speculators, realizing their $25 per acre, let loose of their land, and the newowners began to improve and develop it.

Mr. Meek knows the history of the town and county for the past three-quarters of a century, but he says it comes back to him, not as a whole, but in separate or abstract incidents.

For Sale Shorthorn cow will have second calf in April. Harry C. Banker, Milner's Corner. 13dl-wl-p

For Sale—Owing to failing health I have decided to offer for sale The Greenfield Book and Notion Store. For terms, see or address, Wm. M. Lewis, 112 East Main St. Ild6-wlp

Mrs. Bartholomew, of Winchester, who had been visiting her son, Raymond, has returned home. The son is a telegraph operator for the Western Union in this city. He succeeded Ed Johnson.

Berry Willis Cooper and John G. Schieldmeier, of near New Palestine, are visiting Thad Snow and family at Charleston, Mo.

Horse Breaks Leg.

The delivery horse of the Greenfield Steam Laundry broke its leg today .while being driven along the street.

Two Chester White sows with eleven pigs will be sold at Huston's Sale Saturday, March 15. 13d2

If you want something extra in the hog line attend Howard Brooks' Sale, Thursday, March 20th. Never had cholera on the place. 14-17-w

15 to 20 gallons medium Polarine for sale at Huston's Combination Sale, Saturday. Ild4-wi-p

Howard Brooks will sell some extra good Jersey heifers at his sale Thursday, March 20th. 13-18-W13

OBITUARY

Ira Roberts, son of Thomas and Martha Roberts, was born May 8. 1845, and departed this life March 8, 1913, aged 67 years and 10 months. He was married to Louisa H. Lewis on July 19, 1866. Death soon claimed her, and on January 1, 1873, he was married to Rosanna Wisehart. To this union were born two sons and two daughters, who, with the widow, two sisters and one brother, and a host of relatives and friends are left to mourn. Father, mother, two sisters and one brother, have preceded him to the great beyond.

About twenty-seven years ago he was converted at the home of Dr. Troy during a protracted meeting held at the Sugar Grove church. A few years later he united with the M. E. church at Eden, Ind., at which place his membership still remains. At this time he was baptized in the Christian faith and from this time lived a Christian life, ever ready to give praise to his Savoir. It has been a custom with him for twenty-seven years to have cottage prayer meeting at his home on his birthday, for which event he had already been making preparations. He has been afflicted for several years, but was confined to his bed but a few days. He was conscious that death was drawing near and when asked by his wife if he was ready to die, he answered "Yes, I made my peace with God twenty-seven years ago," and when told by his wife it would only be a short time till she would meet him in that great beyond, responded with uplifted hand and a shout of hallelujah. His life ended in a peaceful sleep from which he will awaken to begin a new life that is not measured by years, and in which sufferings and sorrows of this life have no part. dw Sunset and evening star,

And one clear call for me. May there be no moaning of the bar When I put out to sea.

For tho' from out our bourne of time and place The flood may bear me far I hope to see my Pilot face to face

When I have crossed the bar.

Mr. and Mrs. George W. Fort, of Indianapolis, spent Tuesday here.

THE COUNTY FAIR BILL IS UP AGAIN

New Measure Gives Those Opposed An Opportunity To Remonstrate.

Representative Lochry has introduced a county fair bill to take the place of the Isenbarger bill which was vetoed by Gov. Ralston, The bill provides that the county council shall make the appropriations for and the county commissioners shall levy a tax not exceeding 1 cent on each $100 worth of taxable property in a county for the support of county fairs and horticultural and agricultural exhibits, when a petition is filed by twenty or more freeholders of each township in the county. It contains, however, the remonstrance feature, the absence of which was pointed to as an objectionable part of the Isenbarger bill.

The Lochry bill provides that the lax levy and appropriations shall not be made, if within ten days af7 ter the filing of the petition, a remonstrance signed by a greater number of freeholders than signed the petition is filed. The bill was sent to the committee on agriculture, the same committee that recommended the Isenbarger bill for passage.

Rev. S. S. Stanton, president of the Indiana Conference Methodist Protestant church, will be with the Greenfield Circuit Sunday, March 9th, at Mt. Lebanon in the morning, and at Brown's Chapel in the evening. All are invited to attend these services. Dr. Stanton is one of ou-r best preachers highly educated and deeply spiritual. You will miss something good if you miss these meetings. John S. Clawson.

Receiver Appointed.

Jesse W. Orr has been appointed receiver for the Auto Traction Co. by Judge Earl Sample, on petition of Thomas Gobel, who held a judgment for damages again the company. Mr. Orr's bond was placed at 9600.

Clint Parker made a business trip to New Caatle and Munoie Tuesday.

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FARMERS PREPARING FOR SPRIG WORK

Toilers of the Fields Make Arrangements For Heavy WorkBuying Fencing, Etc.

Many farmers of the county are preparing to begin their spring work/ A great deal of fencing material is being hauled from this city to the farms, as the farmers are anxious to get this kind of work put aside before the weather settles for the spring plowing to begin. There is nothing any more beneficial and essential to the farmer than good fencing.

Many farmers are also buying a great deai of machinery, especially that which is the latest improved. The invention and manufacture of agricultural machinery in the U. S. has been one of the greatest agencies in promoting agriculture and bringing it to its present degree of perfection. It has been proven, by the use of the latest improved machinery, that a greater amount of land can be cultivated with a saving of time, expense and labor.

A ninety-three acre farm, well improved natural gas situated in Brown township, Hancock county for rent for cash. Address J. L. Masters, 320 North Meridian street, Indianapolis, Ind. 19d24-w4

THE HOBO CIRCUIT

Effectually Blocked By Sheriffs of uree Counties

The jails of Rush, Fayette and Union counties, collectively, can boast of but one prisoner and Connersville has the honor of his presence. This condition was brought about by an informal agreement of the sheriffs of the three counties, who thought by comparing notes, that they discovered signs of a hobo circuit.

Instead of giving tramps admittance to the jails which meant good board and beds, they escorted them to the city limits and in a short time the rush on the jails ceased.

MORTGAGE DEBTS BE

Exemption Affidavits Can Be Made Any Time Now Until April 30th.

Saturday, March 1st, is the first day for mortgage exemption affidavits. The time for filing them is from March 1st to April 30th. All persons wishing to take advantage of mortgage indebtedness must do so in the' above time.

Several hundred people take advantage of the Mortgage Exemption Law in Hancock county each year, and the total of money saved to these taxpayers amounts to thousands of dollars. There are a number of notaries in Greenfield who look after this kind of business at very reasonable charges, and they are now ready with blanks, etc., to take care of their clients.

The question having arisen in several counties of the state as to whether the registration law affects local option elections, AttorneyGeneral Honan says that he has held in former opinions that the registration law applies only to the general elections or to city elections in cities having more than 15,000 population, and that special local option elections would not be affected by the statute. Out of several arguments on which he bases his opinion, the principal one is that Section 1, of the registration law, which he declares governs throughout the remainder of the act, provides that voters may not cast their ballots in any general election without having first registered.

For Sale—A mare, weight 1450 due to foal this month. Charles Burton, Henby farm.. lld3-wl

I want your grocery trade. Groceries sold at a fair profit. Fred T. Havens.- dw

William Bixler is quite sick at his home on Mechanic street with blood poisoning.

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COLOR OF THE LA1 NATURE OF THE LION

People "Up a Stump" About Applying Old Saying About March— The First Spring Month.

Did March come in like a lion or a lamb? And how will it go out? These are questions that are agitating the minds of the weather prognosticators and the people in general. There is a difference of opinion as to how to apply the old. sign of the lion and the lamb to the first day of March. Some claim it came in like a lion, and others say that may be a fact as to its nature, but when color is considered, the lamb has the advantage.

It seems, however, to those who have not gone deeply into the details of the question that the lion was in evidence very strongly and these people are looking for and expecting the lamb in all its mildness to control the close of the month.

ACCEPTS POSITION

Well Known Grocer Accepts Position as Traveling Salesman.

Carl Rock, one of Greenfield's prominent citizens and successful grocerymen has accepted a position as traveling salesman for the Hobart Electric Manufacturing Co. Mr. Rock has been connected with the grocery business in this city for several years and has made many friends in the city and surrounding community. Friends of Mr. Rock wish him much success in his new line of work.

Mrs. Gertrude Cooper is home for a few days, from Earlham College. She is just recovering from an attack of tonsilitis, having been in. a hospital for a week before coming home.

Harry Roberts, of Willow Branch, has rented the Marion Moore farm in Blue River township, and will move there soon.

PNEUMONIA IS FATAL TO THOMAS OFFUTT

Aged and Well Known Citizen Succumbed To Disease, After a Few Days' Sickness.

After an illness of only five days, Thomas H. Offutt passed away at 1 o'clock Monday morning at his home on South street, death being due to pneumonia.

Mr. Offutt was 74 years old the 15th of last September. He was born in Scott county, Kentucky, and came to Greenfield with his parents when he was 7 years old. He was a brother of the late Judge Charles Offutt, and has three sisters living. They are Mrs. Fred Beecher and Mrs. Jane Barnett, of this city, and Mrs. Louisa M. Taylor, of Indianapolis. -The widow and one daughter, Mrs. Cora Hoffman, of Utica, Ohio, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren survive.

Mr. Offutt was a member of what was known as the "Old Shoe Shop Gang," made famous by James Whitcomb Riley in one of his poems. He has been affiliated with the Christian church denomination, and at the time of his death was care-taker of the new Presbyterian church, his home being just across the street from that church.

Funeral Wednesday at 2 o'clock at the Presbyterian church, with Rev. J. B. Williamson, the pastor, and Rev. /M. S. Decker, pastor of the Christian church, in charge. Interment at Park cemetery, Morrison & Pasco, undertakers.

"A farm without hogs is like a family without children," tearfully remarked an auctioneer at a publie sale a few days ago.

Ira, the little 4-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lon Ray, who has been sick with measles, has recovered. -15,

Dr. L. J. Naftzger and Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Conklin attended the funeral of Charles Whitesell at Knightstown Sunday afternoon.

If you have anything to sell, advertise it in the Reporter.