Jasper County Democrat, Volume 2, Number 32, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 18 November 1899 — Page 1

Jasper County Democrat.

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The Rensselaer Steam Laundry. TELEPHONE 115. KELLEY BROS. Propr’a. Office North Side of Public Square. Good work, prompt service, close attention to details, improved machinery, expert help, are making The Rensselaer Steam Laundry one of the best in Northern Indiana. Our constaut aim is to give our patrons work that cannot be excelled. Our... r Linens. - Work may be left f Monon, . Spec- Q U i C k or der work, at eny of our laities ' Lace Curtain work. agencies ....'■ Rose Lawn,* Woolens without shrinking. Pair Oaks, l Shelby. Please tell your friends a“bout the. quality of work you get. RENSLELAER STEAM LAUNDRY.

LOCAL MATTERS. To-night! At Ellis opera house! The Co.! ' A thunder shower Monday night. Come to The Democrat office for your sale bills. The meteoric display failed to materialize {is advertised. J. C. Kaupke was down from Kankakee tp., on business Tuesday. Wm. Dixey has moved upon one of John MakSever’s farms, in Newton tp. Wheeler Huff of Crawfordsville, is visiting his brother W. A. Huff, her© this week- . Miss Jennie Lardner of Goodland, is the guest of Mrs. W. W. Wishard this week. • The Morocco Courier came out last week with four pages of home print, and better than ever. J. H. Hoover says that some miscreapt threw poisoned food into his yard to poison his bird dog, George McClellan of Indianapolis, is visiting his daughters, Mrs. Lulu Huff and Miss Laura, in this city. The Francesville Tribune is three years old. Bro.. Knotts is issuing a good local paper and deserves a liberal support. Chester T. MiHer, formerly of near Stontsberg, now of Fulton, Mich., was shaking hands with old friends in Jasper county last week. C. D- Nowels went to Iroquois, 111., Monday to invoice a general stock of merchandise for some McCoysburg pritties who have traded for same. Frank Phelps and neice, Miss Cynthia Goodrich, former residents of Carpenter tp. , left Monday for Potter Valley, Cali., to spend the winter. New pensions: Jasper N. Finney, Valparaiso, original $6; Minors of Samuel H. Scott, Wheatfield, original, sl4; Ransom Pratt, Lowell, original, $6. The White County long distance telephone company of Monticello, has been incorporated. The capital stock is $5,000 and the directors are David H. S. Smeale and Ira Bordner. H. E. Meyers, representing the Indianapolis Press, the new capitol city daily, was in the city this week forking in the interests of that paper. He met with very flattering success. The football game here last Saturday between the Rensselaer and Crown Point teams ended in a squabble and the latter team left the field. The score was Rensselaer 6, Crown Point 0. Dr. Laura Recher and daughter Freda, Mrs. Ed Scbanlaub and ’yXddren, and Miss Mattie Witsknan, all of Morocco, spent'a few days here the first of the week visiting friends and relatives. went to Chi- — «. « ."T • . • * _

DR. MOORE, Specialist, woMw| Office First Stairs West of Post Office. IIND

For Rent:—A fine farm, near town, cash rent. Enquire at Democrat office. Wm. Martin, of the soldiers’ home, near Lafayette, is visiting his daughter, Mir. J. C. Thornton. Attorney and JJlrs. Ryan of Delphi, were in this city yesterday, as guests of Attornev Honan and wife. The ladies of the Christian church are busily engaged in pfhparingfor a grand bazar, to be given Dec. 15 and 16. Services continue nightly at the Christian church—will continue next week. Attendance and interest at the meetings are good. We have had lota of bad weather this fall, and it is probable that not much more than one-half the corn is husked out* - in Jasper county. Several cases of scarlet fever are reported at Morocco. The young son of ex-Prosecuting Attorney Chizum died last week from the disease. A postoflice in Jennings county, this state, is named San Jacinto, the name of the place where Major John A. Logan was killed in the Philippines last Saturday. D. H. Yeoman has bought an 80 acre timber tract, five miles north of town, on the gravel road, owned by C. W. Stoneback, the photographer, and will start a sawmill to work at once sawing up the timber. Rev. V. O. Fritts last Sunday tendered his resignation ns pastor of the M. B. Church, to take effect in J;wo weeks. He has accepted the pastorate of the charge at Dunkirk, and will probably move to that city next week. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Daugherty returned Saturday from a six weeks’ visit with friends and relatives in Kansas and Okalahoma. They report good crops out there, but it was very dry the latter part of the season. Rev. Stephen Larsh and Melsena Casto were united in marriage at the home of the bride in Milroy tp., last Monday, Nov. 13. The ceremony was performed by pastor, D. J. Huston, and was witnessed by a number of friends, who later partook of supper and enjoyed the social exercises of the evening. The young couple (only 76 years old) will reside at the Casto horiie. The Alexander Leonard Co., will close a successful week’s engagement at Ellis opera house tonight, producing that popular society comedy, “The Governor.” The fact that this company has made three full week stands here in lees than a year’s time, and meets with good nooses each night is a better testimonial of its merit than any words we can pen. Come out to-night and see “The Governor.” While driving to the football grounds last Saturday the horse which Mrs. T. J. McCoy was driving became frightened and started to run away. The carriage collided with some other vehicles on the Washington street bridge and the oocopants of the McCoy carriage, Mrs. McCoy and daughter Lnella, and Mrs. Edward Peacock, were thrown out and quite badly broiaed, and the oamage somewhat used up. No very serious damage resulted, however.

Rensselaer, Jasper County, Indiana, Saturday, November iB, 1899.

Oliver Neubnrn and wife, and James Lakin of Hoopeston, Ills., visited their respective aunts, Mrs. Sarah Gephart and Mrs. E. H. Shields, this week. E. H. Logwood, the clever and popular advance agent for the Alexander Leonard Co., which is playing here this week, got out a novel nouse program in the shape of a miniature daily paper called “The- Daily Dramatic News,” which was filled with an interesting synopsis of each night’s play, show and sporting news items, jokelets, poems, and a neat and attractive lot of advertising. The scheme was a new one here and took well.

Uncle John Makeever is making some extensive improvements to the interior of the Makeever House, in the way of adding.toilet rooms on each floor fitted out with a row*- of marble top wash basins, patent closets, etc. Mr/ Makeever also intends, so he informed us, to build an addition north, on the east end of the hotel, thence west and connecting with the north wing of the building. The addition will be three stories in height, same as the main building, and will surround a cemented and sky-lighted court in the center, from which the interior rooms will receive light. The new addition will add about 30 to 35 rooms to the hotel. Henry Fisher and son Joseph, L. M. norland, George Nichols and Mrs. Minerva Stanley went to Jennings county last Saturday prospecting for land.- The former bought an 80-acre farm 3 miles south of Butlerville, Joseph Fisher and Mr. Nichols bought a 212-acre farm adjoining Butlerville, and Mrs. Stanley bought a 156-acre farm one mile from Butlerville. Mr. Henry Fisher and Mr. Worland are still down there at this writing (Wednesday) and it is probable the latter will also purchase. The parties will remove to Jennings county about March 1. Mr. E. C. Davis of Butlerville, whose advertisements have appeared in ThE Democrat for some time, negotiated the deals. We are sorry to lose such good citizens from Jasper, but wish them much success and happiness in their new home.

Owing to the dampness of the weather last Saturday the balloon ascension was again postponed, the balloonist not being able to properly inflate the big canvass. Wednesday afternoon he again made preparations for the ascent, but the weather conditions were even worse than on Saturday, but with the use of nearly a barrel of coal oil the canvass was partially inflated and at about 4:30 the big balloon went floating skyward. It went up probably three or four hundred feet and would go no higher, so the areonout pulled the string and he was shot from the tin “cannon” and c:;me down with his parachute without mishap. There were few country people in to witness the ascension, and owing to the short distance the balloon ascended, they did not miss very much. Had conditions been more favorable it is likely the ascension would have been a good one. Balloon ascensions, however, are not to be depended upon, and very few are worth going far to see.

Everybody is cordially invited to attend a spelling school and necktie box social at the Rich Grove school house, 1 mile northeast of Comer and 2 miles southwest of Gifford, Friday evening, Nov. 24, 1899. The proceeds are to make an addition to onr small library. A hook will be given to the “best speller.” A pearl pen holder and gold pen will also be given away in a slice pf cake. We desire the ladies to place a necktie of any kind in their box and wear one of the same description, Come over and help ns and we are sure yon will not regret it. Zklma Funk. Warren & Irwin are making loans on farm or city property at a low rate of interest and commission and on more liberal terms than can be obtained elsewhere in Jasper County.

Spelling School.

KILLED IN A RUNAWAY.

Christian Weurthner of Newton Tp., Thrown From a Wagon and KilledOther Deaths, While in the corn field last Friday, after a load of corn stalks, the team driven by Christian Wurthener, an aged German farmer of Newton tp., became-fright-ened and ran away, throwing Mr. Wurthener from the wagon against a tree or stump and fracturing his skull. The injured man received medical attention as soon as possible, but nothing could be done for him and he died early in the night. Deceased was 76 years of age, and had resided in this county for about 30 years. He leaves a wife and two grown children. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the residence, Rev. Jeffries conducting the services, after which interment was made in Weston cemetery. George Peters, a single man aged about 40 years, died Sunday night at the home of his brother Alfred Peters, a few mileS southeast of town. The remains were taken to Chicago, where deceased formerly resided, for interment. D. O. Brook, aged about 75 years, died at his home a few miles west of town, last Sunday, after an extended illness. Deceased formerly resided in Kankakee tp. Ho leaves a large family of children. The remains weve taken to Brook for burial. Wm. Norris, an aged citizen living in the northwest part of the city, died at his home Thursday forenoon, aged 76 years. His sickness was of long duration and his death has been expected for some time. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. B. F. Ferguson, at the F. W. Baptist church, to-day, at 10 o’clock a. m. Interment will take place in Weston cemetery. S. P. Thompson will sell his lands in Union township, in tracts, and on terms to suit those desiring to farm or raise stock. See or write to S. P. Thompson, Rensselaer, Ind.

1,000 Pairs of Shoes at Cost. Owing to the death of Sylvester Healy, the entire stock of boots and shoes owned by him, will be closed out at cost, for cash. Mrs. M. Healy. J. M. Healy, Mgr.

Farmers’ institute. The Tenth Annual meeting of the White County Farmers’ Institute will convene in Monon, December 8 and 9,1899. All friends of the farming industry are urged to be present and do all in their power to make this a pleasant and profitable session. Free to all. Prof. W. C. Latta, of the Purdue Experiment Station, will be present during the session. D. B. Johnson, of Morgan county, and John A, McFarlin, of Marshall county, have been assigned as speakers. The ladies are especially invited. Respectfully, Clark E. Short, Sect., Monon, U. S. Hussey, Chairman, Monon.

Special Post Meeting. Comrades: Yon are hereby notified that a special meeting of Rensselaer Post No. 84, will be held at Post Hall on Wednesday evening, Nov. 22,1899. Department Commander Dunlap, with R. A. Smock, Asst. Adjt. Genl., will be present. Make an effort to be present at this meeting. * By Order of, Jas. A. Burnham, P. C. J. M. Wasson, Adjt. SAVE YOUR MONEY. The nickels yon spend, if saved, will soon buy a lot. I have several good lots, well situated, short distance from court house, worth the prioe asked, which will be sold on small monthly or weekly payments. Call or write, Jamkß H. Chapman, er^b•^kWuStoJT 1 *° ■“°“* aoorM * k '* r -

Commissioners’ Court.

Report in Barkley ditch approved and discharged. Petition for highway in Newton and Jasper counties; report approved and cause dismissed. $44.25 was transferred from gravel road repair fund to the range line gravel road fund. John Eck et al, petition for ditch, bond approved and Geo. Besse, W. S. Russel, A. J. Bellows appointed viewers. To view same Nov. 21. Hanley & Hunt reported $43.65 less 10 per cent for collection, sheriff fees collected. Bond of T. F. Clark, supt. of poor farm in the sum of $2,500, signed T. F. Clark, J. W. Cowden, John M. Wasson, and John F. Warren approved. J. D. Babcock, trustee of Marion tp. petition for nurse, forpoor; directed to grant relief to Henry Smith not to exceed $2.00 per day until Such time as he is able to be removed to poor asylum. In matter of heating poor asylum; contract let to Chas. Smith, of Chicago, for the sum of $580.00, as per plans and specifications filed with his bid, conditioned that the work will not be settled for by the county, until the plant has been fully tested by service in cold weather and to the satisfaction of the board. H. L. Pixley, petition for ditch cleaning; prayer granted and surveyor directed to allot same. • H. B. Murray reported $33.94 fees collected for months of Sept, and Oct. The proposed bridge contracts were not let, for the reason, it is understood.that the bidders could not finish the work before Jan. 1, ihe end of the calender year, and the board did not wish to run this matter over into next year. No acticn was taken so far as jwe were able to learn on the petition asking for an investigation of the county records, It is rumored that Commissioners Way- : mire and Dowell favor an investij gation, while Halleck opposes it. This is mere rumor, however. About $6,000 was allowed in the Keener tp., gravel road estimate, Supt.. etc., the exact amounts of which will be found in list of bills i allowed.

Owing to lack of space we are unable to publish the claims allowed—of which there is a long list —but will do so in our next issue.

Circuit Court Notes.

Eliza A. Marion was granted a divorce from her husband, L. D. Marion, with whom she had lived for 35 years, and, by agreement, SI,OOO alimony. W. B. Burford has taken a change of venue in his case against Jasper county, for books and stationery, much of which is alleged to have been furnished on order of certain county officers when the county had a contract with other parties to furnish all supplies of this kind, and for which said parties were paid the full contract price. The case goes to White county. The State cases against the Andersons, who reside over in “Brooklyn,” on the charge of conducting an immoral house in that peaceful, aristocratic suburb, resulted in acquittal. The libel case of the State vs Jessen is set for next Tuesday. Appealed case of Babcock vs Gwin, wherein the latter was defeated in justice’s court, is set for next Saturday. The former was willing to try the case without jury, but the* latter insisted on having a jury trial. Another Brown marsh fire case from Lake county is set for Nov. 25. Ephriam Fleming was tried for insanity, Monday, and the court ordered a guardian appointed to look after bis estate. State cases vs E. F. Johnston and Clement J. Reed, for alleged forgery, are set for next Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively. State case against Dr. Dossier for alleged practice of medicine without license, ia also set for Wednesday, also the state case vs August Kelley for larceny. State case against C. V. Jones for alleged fame tax luting ia sent to White county.

Vol. 11. No. 32

Judge Palmer was here Wednesday and Thursday, hearing; argument in the Iroquois ditch matter. Judge Thompson represented 4he petitioners and Hanley & Hunt of this city, and E. B. Sellers of Monticello, the county. The decision as to answers by defense was taken under consideration by Judge Palmer.

Pettit Jury.

Following names have been drawn for the pettit jury, called for next Tuesday: John L. S. Gray. Carpenter W. H. Tyler ...... Keener John Hudson ...Carpenter E.T. Biggs..... ...Wheatfield Clarence Babb, Carpenter Wilson Shafer Newton W. S. Russell Carpenter M. G. Lewis Carpenter Geo. W. Foulks ....Milroy Albert Brook Keener N. Coulthurst Carpenter A. C. Wilcox Gillant W. D. Sayler Newton Ira Jackson Marion E. B. Farris r Giilain Warren M. Brey .... Wheatfield

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I have a special fund to loan on farm land at 5 per cent, interest; commission low. Loans made on city property, personal or chattel security for long or short time. Office removed to rooms 2d floor Makeever’s bank building. James H. Chapman,

ROORT OF THE CONDITION OF IHE Commercial State Bank. (North Side of Public Square.) RENSSELAER. IND At the close of its Business, on tjie 81*t day of October. 1899. RESOURCES Loans and Discounts ... .$ 99,844 11 Overdrafts 451 45 U. S. Bonds and Securities on hand. 1,900 00 Due from Banks and Bankers 191325 34 Banking House 5,585 00 Current Expenses 1.526 59 Currency 2.595 00 Specie 1,301 3S Cash Items 1,360 0T $133,888 93 LIABILITIES Capital Stock Paid in $ 25.000 09 Surplus Fund LOOO 09 Undivided Profits 264 12 Discount, Exchangennd Interest.. 3.103 66 .Individual Deposits on demand.... 78.101 36 Individual Deposits on time 26,119 79 $133,886 9* STATE OF INDIANA, > ss Jasper County. ) K ' I. Emmet L. Hollingsworth, Cashier of the Commercial State Bank of Rensseluer. Indiana. do solemnly sweur that the above statement is true. Emmet L. Hollingswobth. Subscribed and sworn to before , —, me, this 13th day of November. 18SS. (SkalE James H. Chapman. ' s-s—' Notary Public. My commission expires August 28th, 4902. We would respectfully call attention to the last statement to the Auditor of Stateand solicit a share of the pubic patronage. We transact a general banking business, buy and sell exchange on the priucipal citiea of America and Europe, buy good notes and loan money on personal und real estate security at current rates. Addison Parkison, 1 James T. Randle, | E. L. Hollingsworth, rDirector*. John M. W'asson, Geo. E. Mibbay. J

Money On Farms AT 5 PER CENT. A special fund to loan on Farms for Five Years at 5 per cent interest, with privilege to make partial payments any interest paying time. Call on or write, Commercial State Bank, No. Side Pub. Square, Rensselaer, Ind. Stoneback, Photographer, tC. W. Stoneback at Chicago, in Pavilion Gallery, The lata* MUMS SIMM.| Picture Button* is colon, Pastelle and Crayon Portraits. ...PAVILION QAIABRir.

Public Sales! clyne, i mm. * • 1 Having located at Monticello, I solicit jroar patronage. Have made and am now bcoked lor sosmi of the largest stock sale* intbe nsea a* pay. I’ll make yon money oa small a* well aa large sales. Terms reasonable. Witte for dates before adamtWag. V. D. CLYNE, rn •nouns wasSold by A. P. Long.