Jasper County Democrat, Volume 3, Number 7, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 26 May 1900 — Page 8

JASPER COUNTY GLEANINGS.

FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENTS.

Decoration day will be observed in DeMotte. Charles Archer from Wheatfield, has moved *» DeMotte. Mr. and Mra. Al Clark of Hammond, were Melting in DeMotte last week. Tom Tyler was bitten by a dog on Monday, and at this writing is suffering a great deal. Miss Rose Pinkston and Miss Bessie Falr--1 child were shopping in Hebron last Friday. Mr. Charles.DonforJ of Tennessee, has moved to'DeMotte, and is expecting to work st blacksmithing. 34w. J. M. Troxell and Mrs. Ed Warren of tensselser, spent Sunday and Monday in DeMotte, calling on friends, The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Vandusen died last Saturday. Funeral Sunday at 11 arclock, at M. E. church, conducted by Elder Shreeves. M. M. Tyler, who for many years was a resident of this village but recently of Star City, Bas moved to Rensselaer, where he will make Ms headquarters. Quite a number from DeMotte attended the Christian church at Shelby last Sunday, to,be •resent at the baptisimal service in the Kankakee, conducted by Elder Shreeves. Elder S. R. Shreeves will go to Sherbun vllle, 111., to hold a two days meeting and preach tfce memorial sermon, Sunday, 37th. There will be no services at Shelby on next Sunday.

SOUTH NEWTON TOWNSHIP.

Lydia Potts was the guest of Myrtle Bringle Monday. Miss Casto is visiting her sister, Mrs. Owen Williams. Sabbath school at No. 6, 9:30 a. m. Everybody come. Roy Kessel is visiting at his uncle's, Mr. Slipman’s. W.B. Yeoman and family visited at Silas Hotts' Sunday. Miss Cena Carr visited with relatives in Jordan tp., Sunday. Walter Ponsler's visited at W, D. Bringle's •today evening. ifveral Smith took his best girl brggy riding, •snday evening. Rev. A. W. Smith preaches at No. 0,10:80 ■Lao.,.next Sunday. Mt. Powell's attended monthly meeting at ■Lion Sunday eve. We wonder why George Potts goes to the «rty, Sunday afternoons. Mr. and Mrs. Williams called on Mr. Owen Williams and wife Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Bringle and daughter Myrtle, waited at John Putts' Sunday. Ephriam Hickman returned to the city, Sataaday, from work in this neighborhood. Miss Mabel Powell of Brcok, has returned Borne from a week's visit with her sister, Mra. Stank Bigley.

NORTH BARKLEY.

Mrs. Collins' aunt is visiting her. Pete Rohd was in Rensselaer Saturday. Freeman Gifford of Laura, was in Comer Saturday. Warren Wilson is attending court at Kent•nd this week. Will Johnson is now carrying the mail from Valtna to Gifford. Wm Whited and John Resh did business in Carr one day last week. John Burris of Blackford, visited his brother Wesley, at Lewiston Sunday. Mrs. Wilson's sister and tier husband of Morocco, are visiting her thia week. The party at Mr. Levereau's Saturday night was well attended. All report a good time. Onions are looking quite bad in tbisvicin•y. poor stand and some patches rather weedy, Miss Kittie Callahan returned to Rensselaer Mmday, after a few days visit with her parents. The 1. 0.0. F. of Gifford, contemplate Building a hall over Mr. John Kimble's store IB the near future. ‘

BLACKFORD.

■essles are abundant in this locality. ■r. Pike was in this locality last Sunday. Alt Cea did business at Blackford last Saturdfcy. Isaac Miller was working for Mr. Le.h last veek. Fred Schriner bought a road cart one day Bat week. Lincoln Jenkins went to work for John &esh last Monday. James Hurley and wife from Gifford ranch, ■pent Sunday at Blackford. Bert Jenkins has bought a new bike, and ia ■Ding to be a heavy weight cyclist. Mr. Jacob Lesh lost a valuable colt Sunday evening, from the effects of the distemper. Dan and George Hopkins and Cleveland ami Vilas Price spent Sunday with the Jenbrother*. Shmuel Price bought some tile last week, ■r. Price don’t believe in having a pond in *e center of a corn field.

VIRGIE.

Flanting corn is the order of the day. Decoration day will be here next *yVe* dry good* snd groceries, call on Mr*. M. ■kicnour. ■■shall Cover has gone to Lake county to work for the season. ■r. T. J. Mallatt of Fair Oaks spent Sunday a* tier father's James Wiseman's. Msggie Wiseman and family of Alx, were guests of Mr. Ridenour's Sundsy. The Sunday school at this place is progressing nicely. Everybody invited to attend. lb* people of this vicinity who want to see ■wedding take place stuiuld be on the lookant for the next 80 days. It is no fun to make ■arden alone!

INDEPENDENCE.

flue growing weather. ■r». John Knight la on the aick Hat. Leonard Hayeaia working for Chrla Arnold. Steve Williams Culled on Mr. Mastera laat tarfuy. Will Wray did buaiueoa at Henaaeluer Wednesday. •barley Jenkins helped Samuel Hopkins WWheaday. Grant Reuieker lost another valuable cow tat Sabbath Mins Mary Clear was the guest of Bertha tagkiua Sunday. ■ee Merriel moved over east of Comer the •rst of the week.

Frank Hayes bought a load of corn of George Ott Tuesday. Will Slack has jumped his job at Steve Comer's and will go to Ohio. x__ Rev. Statler of Rose Bud, talked to the people at this place Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Will Florence of Union tp., visited in these parts Sunday. The Francesville well men are putting down a well for Clarpuce Maxwell. Arthur Ropp has purchased a bicycle and will now go biking with the N. R., riders. Mias Cora and Rena Wray visited in the Kankakee Valley region Saturday and Sunday. Mias Juuia McCleary and Miss Effie Nuss who are working near Valina, were home Sunday on a visit. ■, Quite a number of people gathered, at Blackford Wednesday to make preparations for Decoration day. "

REMINGTON.

Miss Mae Light of Wolcott, Sundayed with friends here. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. James Lucas on the 14th. The republicans will hold their township convention to-day. Stephen Yeoman spent a few days in Indianapolis last week. Fred Bowman of Monticello, spent Sunday with his parents at this place. Mrs. Frank Hardy of Rensselaer, is visiting the Hardy family at this place. Blanchard Elmore of Wolcott, spent Sunday with his parents at this place. Miss Ethel Bowman went to Oxford Tuesday for an extended visit with relatives. Mrs. Cooper and daughter Gertrude, returned home from Chicago, last Thursday. ' W. J. Morris started for Redlands. California, Wednesday, where he will make his future home. Mrs. Dr. Patton of Woodward, Okla., who has been visiting at this place, returned home Friday. The Misses June Bowman, Effie Luckey and Hattie Puckett were Goodland callers Tuesday. A railroad meeting Is called for to-day at Austin hall, immediately after the republican convention. . Mrs. L. Black and son Earl, of Denyer, Col., are visiting the families of Rob’t Parker and John Burger. Dr. Traugh has bought the dental parlors of W. J. Morris and will be here one day of each week hereafter. We leam that Frank Hines and family, formerly of this place, have this week moved from Monticello to Indianapolis. _ Mrs. E. J. Cobb, who has been visiting the family of James Lock, returned to her home in Cresent City, 111., Monday. Doc. Walzer, formerly of this place, spent a couple of days last week with friends, returning to his home in Watseka. Friday. Meridth Goodspeed went to Lafayette the first of the week, having secured a position as book-keeper, and expects to remain there the remainder of the summer. Mrs. Dr. Maxwell and son James, who have been visiting Mr. Rob't. Parker and family for the past ten days, returned to their home in Duluth. Minn.. Monday. Mrs. Bert Spencer, who spent the winter in Mexico, California and Arizona, started home Tuesday. Her busband and children went to Tipton. 111., to join her, where they will make a short visit and return home. Mr. Thomas Mullen and Miss Maude Taylor were married at the home of the bride in Wolcott, Wednesday evening. May 28. They will begin house eeping at once, in the Hemphill residence, or Maine street.

McCOYSBURG.

Mr. Bailey is getting some better. Mrs. MoCoy went to Rensselaer Tuesday. Corn is looking very good in this vicinity. Will Arnott has moved into the Gwin property. Mis* Alice Hellengreen spent Sunday at home. Misses Emma Ritter and Mae Lotnan were here Sunday. Jennie Murray and brother Harry were here Sunday. Preparations are being madefor Children’s day at this place. Rev. Appleton delivered an able sermon here Sunday eve. Quite a large crowd was here to play ball last Sunday afternoon. Mis* Clara Luts was appointed leader of the C. E. for next Sunday evening. Mr. Foster ha* been suffering quite severely from heart trouble for the past week. Mis* Eveline Hickman of Rensselaer, spent a few day* last week with Miss Stella Pollock. Otto h'imms. Van and Harvey Wood, Mariou Gwin, Clifford Parkison and Emmet Fiddler, all of Pleasant Ridge, Sundayed here. The boy* can stand lots of hits and bard knocks, but it only took a slight kick to get them togooue and one-half miles north of this place to play ball. ON TKB WINO. Before she got her bicycle she sometime* used to make The beds and wash the dishes, and help her mother bake; She would even sweep the parlor and dust the bric-a-brac. And once she did the washing, though it almost broke her back. But since she got her bicycle she doesn't de ■ thing About the house, but day and night, she's ever on the wing, Her health was never better, brown and rosy is her skin; Hut her mother, if you'll notice, is looking worn and thin.

SHARON.

Hurrah for Bryant Indiana no longer doubtful. Howard Burr was a caller in these parts last Tuesday. Mrs. A. L. Duval) waa a caller in Kernington last Monday. Mr. Sage of Newton county, waa a caller here laat Wednesday. Rev. Roebrig preached at the school house last Sunday afternoon. John Sommers of Milroy, visited with Timmoua Bro*, last Sunday v Mica Sparling of nqgr Rensselaer, visited at M. I. Adam's last Sunday. Messrs. Desbrow and Smith were Remington callers last Saturday. / Plenty of rain and at present with favorable signs f6r more ere long.

Mr. Broadie, the Remington meat man, was here the Beat of the week. Elmer Fisher will remodel his bonne and build a new barn In the near future. James Burling of Remington, was looking afteb his interest* here a few day* ago. Miss Maggie Kenton delivered a very interesting sermon last Sunday evening, following Endeavor. Wm. Haley who has been looking after his Bloomington. 111., property, has returned home again. Rev. Richardson, Miss Roush, Mr. l£oush and Miss Blake attended church at Sharon Sunday evening. * There was a large attendance at the Y. P. C. E. lost Sunday evening and the program was an entertaining one. Mr. Oliver Phillips of Wolcott, and bride, nee Miss Florence Magee, are visiting relatives at Sharon and vicinity. Sei Morrow, who had his leg broken sometime ago, is able to get around but unable to move very fast, having to use crutches. George Lorentz and several others from the surrounding country left Sunday for lowa, where they go for contract work, Joseph Nisius. one of our solid farmers, is reported as refusing SSO per acre for his 520aore farm, offered by an Illinois party last week.

PLEASANT RIDGE.

Joe Stone visited Frank Stone, north east of P. R. Miss Blanche Potts Sundayed with friends and relatives at Rensselaer. Leonard Lefler has again returned to his work on the Thompsan ranch. Misses Pearl Potts and Vera and Edna Lefler visited at Mr. Fosters’ Sunday. The click-click-click, of the corn planter will soon be heard no more for this year. “Vick” Comer, who has been troubled by a breaking out oa bis arm. is reported better. Some of the Pleasant Ridge girls are going to take part in the McCoysburg children’s day, this year. Miss Tense Shook, who has just returned from Chicago, has begun working at Mr. Add Parkison’s at Rensselaer. Tony Lefler, who has been boarding with his cousin. Charley Lefler, has begun work at Mr. Walters,’ west of McCoysburg.

DUNNVILLE.

Miss Cora Wheeler is worktug for Mrs. Maloney; We understand that Mr. Fisher is a candidate for trustee. Charlie Brown and family visited iu Wheatfield tp., last Sunday, Arthur White was the guest of Miss Paine last Sunday and Monday. Miss Lydia Sands was the guest of Miss Stella White last Sunday. Miss Rilla Williams of Bradley, 111., is visiting friends iu these parts. Mr. and Mrs. McCulloch were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Sleight last Sunday. The wedding bells are ringing, but they will soon stop saith our imagination. Arthur White needs a buggy whip, saith the San Pierre boys. We wonder why? Messrs. Everett and Douglas Wynant attended church at D. V. Sabbath evening. W. O. Hinshaw and John Collins did business at San Pierre last Saturday evening. Mrs. Michaels of DeMotte, wai the guest of Mrs. Vandercar last Saturday and Sunday. Rev. Mary Edinger preached two very able sermons at D. V. last Sunday and Sunday evening. Omar Wilmington and Miss Netta Gulbransen attended church at D. V. last Sunday evening. Mr. Stocks has traded his engine for the one formerly owned by Collins and Miller. Its name is “Old Sambo.” The coffee pot couple attended church at D. V. Sunday evening. They owe me three cup* of coffee with sugar in. Mrs. Maloney who has been afflicted with the neuralgia 1* better. She went toValpo. to Dr. Pagiu, and had two ulcerated teeth extracted. Otto Schrader and Miss Ivy DeArmoud.were the guests of Miss Eliza Craig iu Porter county, last Sunday. They report that they had a pig-kililng time. Earl Wilmington was the guest of Miss Alice Marshall last Monday. Earl is a talker, a walker and a stayer, and the next day a sleeper of the snoring tribe. Say, we suppose you all know that boy. Joe Fensil. He ha* extracted hi* once booming moustache and ha* ordered a red, white and blue pair, to wear on the fourth of July.

The San Pierre correspondent seems to think that Mr. D. V. either has an alligator appetite or the capacity of a molasses barrel. We have shed quarts of tears over the accusation. (Sobs.) One of Jerome Nelson’s little children had the misfortune of getting one of its feet mashed quite severely, In the cog wheels of a cane mill, which was being turned by the other children. Two toes had to be amputated. A TKBMIBLX PBBTBUCTIOM. Pleasure is the life of living. It Is the power that places the rose-tint upon the cheek and the smiles upon the fuce. Last Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Wilmington invited in a number of young people, for dinner, In honor of their sou, Karl, who was coming home from Dwight, 111., for a couple of days visit. The following are the persons who responded to the invitation. SIMM. XUUM. Kmma Burger R. Schrader Anna Jasperson Louie Zick NettaGulbransen W Jasperson Clara Nelson Kd Schrader Carrie Jasperson Chas. Nelson Mrs. Meiser 0. Wilmington E. Wilmington M. Miser Mr. D. V. Immediately after the guests had arrived dinner was announced and a more noble and hungier net never graced a festal board anywhere. Mr. Miser, mayor, of Duunville, was the master of ceremonies; he executed the dictates of formality like Dr. Depew. He arose, clothed in the proper regalia, with a s|>oon in his vest pocket and a potato masher, which he used as a gavel in his right hand. He said, in part: "We have come here to-day for the purpose of eating In. Now If any of you can't do jusie occasion, fill your pockets.*' ntna Burger captured Fort Pie and •ly demolished It, while the rest of tears In our eyes, eat speechless >a Jasperson attacked the Cake Reid reduced it to serfdom. The rest utral. expected a liberal share in the division but Queen Anna wasn't in a giving mood. Miss Nett a Gulbrausen absorbed the Pickle Realm while the rest of us sat clothed in wonder and amassment. Mrs. Meiser. after eating five dishes of Ice-cream, declared that she never did like ice-cream. After dlu-

nerMrs. Meiser and Miks Burger played a few instrumental pieces after which we closed the day's enjoyment by singing, “God be with us till we meet again.” Mr. D. V., in behalf of the guests, wishes to thank our host and hostess for their liberality iu furnishing the eatables and for the kindness that they manifested while Mr. D, V., was attacking the preacher's dish.

PARR.

Weather becoming warmer again.' Mis* Blanche Price is the proud possessor of a new wheel. Jacob Troxell and wife visited Mrs. L, W. Benbow Thursday. Grandma Moffitt, the aged mother of J. L. Babcock, is on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Benbow spent Sunday with relatives at Rensselaer. Sylvester Greenfield of Medaryville, visited hi* mother a few day* thia week. Ed Leach and family visited his father F. M. Leach, of the Gifford district, Sunday. Mrs. John Porter and Grandma Cox were the guests of Mrs. J. L. Babcock Tuesday. Everett Warne and family visited his grandmother, Mrs. Thornton, at Vaughn, Sunday. Mrs. John Garriott and Mrs. M. O. Gant visited O. M. Garriott and wife of Aix, Sunday. Mrs. Alfred See and daughter Mrs. John Philabaum, were the guests of the former’s sister Mrs. Mollie Norman, Thursday. Miss Stella Pierson accompanied her brother Omer, to Blue Island. 111., Sunday where they will remain with relative* for awhile. Judge Thompson’s corn crib near the depot is being converted into a business room which will be occupied by Dr. Kirk when completed. Aunt Mary Greenfield, who ha* been very sick, is improving slowly. Her daughter Mr*. Walter Harrington, and Mrs, Uriah Hardesty are nursing her. Mis* Maggie Keuton will preach here on Sunday, 27th at 10:30. Revival service* will begin Sunday night conducted by Miss Kenton, Rev. Rohrig and Rev. Carnes. Howard Hanjacher, who has been employed in a steel mill at South Cnicago, paid a flying visit to relatives here Sunday before leaving for hi* home iu Ottawa. Kan*. Preston Garriott accompanied him to Hammond.

WHEATFIELD.

Young John East spent Sunday in the country. J J. M. Helmick is building an addition to bis hotel. Prof. Mannon of Dunnville. was seen on our streets last Saturday. Rev. Hickman attended the National M. E. conference at Chicago. Mrs. J. Swisher and Mrs. Colvin attended Grand Lodge of Rebekah's at Indianpolis. Both reported a good time. Dunnville said he ate nine pieces of pie and it wasn’t mueh of a day for pie-eating either. The next time he goes to eat pie we hope he will not be so bashful but eat two or three more pies. Mrs. Lidtka, who has been an invalid for over three years, died at her home in this place Sunday morning, aged almost sixty years. A husband and six children survive her. Interment in Wheatfield cemetery.

SURREY.

Mie* Margaret Kenton was in town Friday. Mr. Berl Bochart has returned to his home in Ohio. G. M. Wilcox is going to have another grocery sale all next week. Base ball is the order of the day for Sunday afternoons. To-morrow Surrey, v* Parr. There will be a box supper and literary entertainment at the Surrey schoolhouse, Friday evening J une 1. G. M. Wilcox sent a load of hogs to Chicago last Monday. He has taken Charley Pullins' place in the hog buying business. LITZBABY BNTBRTAINMKNT. The Surrey Literary Society is preparing the schoolhouse for the entertainment June 1. Program. Opening address. President. “Turn him out,” Dialogue. “De Votnens,” Declamation. “I’m glad I met yon, Mary,” Song. “Shnider* Tomatoes.” Comic Declamation. “Mammy’s Little Coon,” Sang. “The Widow.” Declamation, Comic. “Tim Murphy's Irish Stew,” Declamation, Oomic. “Tommy's Prayer,” Declamation. “Pumpkin Pie,” Declamation. “Playing Checkers.” Dialogue. "The Drunkard,” Song. “My Sieter." Declamation. Music by Mandolin and Guitar club. “That Rascal Pat,” Dialogue, Comic. ”How Socky Set a Hen,” Dutch piece. Selling of boxes. Come one and all and enjoy yourself. Bring your girls, boy*. ,

SAN PIERRE.

[Stabxb Co.] Everybody is as as busy as tramps. Miss Lucy Rltcber departed for Chicago Monday. Miss Jessie Crawford made a Hyiagtrip to Chicago Monday. Mr. Lilly has sold his property here and expects to move soon. Mimea Katie and Pearl McMannis took dinner with Pearl Bohannon Sunday. Mr. D. V. was mistaken about the ple«. It was nine pies be ate and not nine pieces. Mr. and Mrs. Warren White took supper with Mr. and Mrs. Mart Bohannon Sunday eve. W. O. Hinshaw of D. V., transacted business here Saturday and we understand he waa here again Sunday. John Collins comes to town again quite often. ’Spoee he stope near the cemetery. Ask Winnie where be stops? Messrs. Purl and Chas. Foot and Will Gorden of Lovell's Station, Penn., are visiting their grandparents Mr. and Mrs. B. F, McCray, this week. After a serious illness of a week, Dr. T. J. Agnew passed from this world of sin to a better and happier home on Wednesday, May 38, at eight o'clock at his residence here. He leaves a wife and a host of friends to mourn his lose. The remains were taken to Winamac, his former home, and were accompanied as far ks No. Judson by the Modern Woodmen, then? by the I. O. W. F. which went to Winamac also, where they laid him to rest. • j—- —■ You can get The Democrat, State Sentinel and Cincinnati Enquirer each a full year for only f 1.85, cash in advance, if taken soon. ‘ ,

Morris’ Enjilsh Worm Powder Sold by A. F. Long.

RENSSELAER BARGAIN STORE Bring your “Star,” “J. T.” atid “Horse Shoe tags and get 50c per 100 for them. Here are Seasonoble Goods. See prices. - - • - Wire Screening, per sq. ft 8 021 Com. Screen Doors, 14 in thick, Hinges, Hooks and Knobs,... 1 00i Fancy “ “ in “ “ “ “ "... 135 No. 8 Copper Wash Boiler ’ 2 00 No. 8 Galvanized “ “ 75 16-inch Lawn Mowers 3 00 No. O. Barrel churn € 2 95 Nails, per. pound. 034 Galvanized Barbed Wire ’ 3 75 Adjustable Window Screens, complete, each 25cto. * 30 Perfection Washing Machines from $2.35 to 4 50 Split Bamboo Fishing Rods, SI.OO to 1 25 1 Gallon Galv. Oil Cans 20 .No. 8. Copper Nickled Tea Kettle 1 00 Warranted Razors from $1.25 to 1 50 Rice Boilets, enamel - 50 48-Inch Poultry Netting, perrolL... 3 00 Mixed Paints, colors, per. gal. < 1 00 Pure White Paint 1 20 White Lead, per pound 05 Express Wagons, each 1 00 Near Monon Depot. C. E. HERSHMAN, Prop. ~ ~ - 5 t W. STEVENS CO./J ▼ MANUFACTCRKRS OF • I IMpr fun iw [lf t ♦ I uu bu, ; ju, A: T Threshermen requested to call and see J T our sample machines in the Horton * J building, northwest of Makeever hotel. * j S. E ■,MljjjMMjlia. I Great Closing Out Sale! | The undersigned, preparatory to moving to Colorado, I; offers the following described property at prices and up- ’! ;! on terms to insure their immediate sale: I; < I A complete, clean and up-to-date Stock of Dry Goods. ; • <; An excellent Stock of Groceries and fixtures. ;! ; I An undivided one-half interest in the Rensselaer ] * ; I dairy, now in good condition and doing a paying J ► ; I business. - ; [ ;; A finely located 40-Acre farm adjoining the city cor- ’ * ; I poration, fronting on the gravel road - and less than ; ► ; I mile from the Rensselaer City Schools. J! ;: A very rich and fertile 340-Acre Farm one and one- ]; ;; half miles from railroad station, 6<4 miles north-west I • ; I of Rensselaer, with over 3 miles of tile upon it, aI * ;; NEW 5-ROOM HOUSE, NEW barn, two splendid wells, ;! ; I etc., etc. I ;; A Good family mare, dark bay, good style, as kind ; ► ; I and gentle as she can be, perfectly safe for any worn- ] • < * an or child to drive or handle. ’! A one-seated Top Buggy, nearly good as new; Set Single Harness; Three Tons Tame Hay in mow, ; I etc., etc. ;! ; I As stated, 1 will make prices and terms right on all !; ; I above property for the sake of disposing of it promptly, J • ;I as disposal of it must be made before June 1. This will J ’ ; I all be closed out at private sale. ; > !; ' I will also offer Mv Residence Property in Rens- < ’ J ► selaer, and any one desiring one of the choicest Renssel- I * ;; aer residences will have a rare opportunity to obtain one. ’! < I The groceries and dry goods will be Closed Out at ;! <; Cost and Below if not disposed of in bulk before May ; > 1, 1900. Bear this in mind, for the prices will be so ’ I < [ low as to be unprecedented. < J I; I can be found at my store, north of the depot, or at < [ < [ my residence, 423 N. Main st. ; I < I • Respectfully, ;! !. D. NOWBLS.

The Democrat carries the largest and finest line of joo stock of any printing office in Jasper county and can thing in this line in large or small quanties and on very short notice.

8. 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 8. P. Thompson, Rensselaer, Ind.