Jasper County Democrat, Volume 4, Number 4, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 4 May 1901 — Page 1

Jasper County Democrat.

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Rensselaer is the county seat of Jasper county, the second largest county" in Indiana, and is located on the Monon railroad, 72 miles from Chicago. It has electric lights and water works, owned by the city, planing mill, carriage factories, marble works, machine shops, two telephone exchanges and other lines of business, well represented by enterprising, prosperous men, who act for the town’s advancement. In point of excellence, so far as schools, churches, business houses, public buildings, private residences and all the other conveniences essential to modern life, including macadam streets, cement walks and good roads, Rensselaer is abreast of the times and all that is necessary to increase the town’s trade and importance is to impress upon the people this fact, viz: that every dollar spent away from home tends to enrich that community at the expense of the one in which you live, and there is no valid excuse for going elsewhere to purchase goods, as the stores here carry excellent stocks The professions are filled with able men that rank well with any in the state, and it is in the hope of bringing the farmer, merchant and the business man' closer together, so each may be enabled to see things as we do, that this number of The Democrat is printed.

ELLIS & MURRAY

Dry floods, Clothing, Boots and Shoes. One of the best and most prominent houses engaged in the handling of dry goods, boots and shoes, etc., is that of Ellis & Murray, located at the corner of Washington and Van Rensselaer streets. Able and enterprising and backed by a wide practical experience this store has long occupied a front rank position and enjoys a large trade. The large store room is handsomely fitted and arranged, a vast and varied stock is carried on hand and in assortment represents all that is best to be obtained in the large markets, comprising everything comprehended under the general heads of staple and fancy dry goods, notions, yarns, dress goods, infants needs, hosiery, knit goods, shirt waists and ladies furnishings. The latest styles and the best values in boots and shoes are always found here, and a large stock of clothing, hats, caps, etc., of the best values and at lowest prices. Only the best goods are handled and such as the house can fully warrant to be just as represented. Mr. James H. 8. Ellis and Mr. Geo. E. Murray, who comprise the firm, purchase their goods in large quantities and by getting discounts off are able to give their patrons the direct benefit by quoting low prices. They personally look after all departments and pursue the most systematic methods in the general conduct of their business.

JAY W. WILLIAMS

Furniture and Carpet House.* "Enterprise” is a good trade mark for any house to adopt that has shown the ability to cater to the tastes of the public with the success that has accrued to the above gentleman in his business career. This attractive, modern furniture emporium with its varied and extensive stock, is one

SPECIALTIES—LUNGS, HEART. STOMACH. NOSE A THROAT NKRVOVB PROMTRATION, KIDNEYS & BLADDER, PRIVATE DISEASES, HRMORHORDS, . EPBLBPHY, ' BAR, AND ALL DISBANBS OF WOMEN.

Insures Mutual Success to Buyers and Sellers. Rensselaer Considered as a Commercial Center. It Wiirße Difficult to Find a Spot on This Green Earth Better Than Our Own Enterprising Town.

of the most important factors in the trading center of our agricultural community. Rensselaer is fortunate in possessing the extensive, up-to-date furniture and carpet establishment conducted by Jay W. Williams on Washington street, directly opposite the court house. The building occupied is large and roomy and filled to its utmost capacity with a well-selected stock of furniture for all purposes and a full line of carpets, oilcloths, rugs and mattings. The quantity, quality and variety of goods carried by Mr, Williams, the attractive manner in which they aye displayed, the courteous and prompf attention shown to patrons warrant us in saying this is a store where the people can deal satisfactorily and can come as near getting just what they want at living prices as at any similar establishment of this kind in the state. Mr. Williams’ reputation as a reliable and prcgressive merchant is established and requires no comment at our bands.

H. J. KANNAL, M. D. C.

Veterinary Surgeon. Able men have devoted themselves to the field of scientific research that the horse may receive all the benefits of man’s wisdom. Schools now’ educate doctors in the manifold operation of the veterinary surgeon with a skill and knowhdge unknown to 'the past Dr. Kannal has had ample training and experience, having practiced seven years constantly in Rensselaer. He is a graduate of the Chicago Veterinary College of the class of ’94, anil at once came hqre in the practice. Dr. Kannal has been assistant State Veterinarian for two years and has had a wide experience with all deseases peculiar to the domestic animals. We have heard many tributes in his praise as a conscientious and successful practitioner. His office is in the I. O. O. F. building, opposite the court house. He attends all calls day or night and can be readily reached by telephone or otherwise for the treatment of horses, cattle or other domestic animals. Dr. Kannal's practice has extended to all parts of the surrounding country and he enjoys a wide measure of success and popularity. He now represents the First Ward in the city council which shows his popularity [ with his neighbors and their confidence in him.

THE COMMERCIAL STATE BANK.

Jasper county is fortunate in the sound character of its banking institutions. Perhaps no one business in a community contributes so largely to solid and permament prosperity as correct -and conservative banking methods. In a city where the banks are conducted carefully while at the same time giving to the merchants and the farmer patrons all the co-oper-ation consistent with safety, it will always be found that failures are few and business is conducted on proper lines. Among the banks of Jasper county none rank higher as a financial institution, both on account of its own merits and the individual responsibility of its stockholders, than the Commercial State Bank of Rensselaer. “As solid as a rock” is the term generally applied to this bank and the exhibit of its capital resources and liabilities show this to be true. This bank is examined regularly by the Auditor of State and makes quarterly sworn statements of its condition. It was established in 1895. Its present officers are Addison Parkison, Pres., John M. Wasson, Vice Pres , and

DR. MOORE, Specialist,

Office First Stairs West of Post Office. Phone 251.

Rensselaer," Jasper County, Indiana, Saturday, May 4, 1901.

Emmet L. Hollingsworth, Cashier. The directors are Messrs. Parkison, Wasson and Hollingsworth and G. E. Murray and James T. Randle. The Commercial State Bank pays interest on savings and time certificates and makes loans on CITY AND FARM PROPERTY. Patrons having valuable papers may leave them for safe keeping. Rensselaer is fortunate in having so reliable and obliging a banking institution.

J. J. EIGLESBACH.

Fresh and Smoked Meats. In preparing this article for an issue of The Democrat, showing the magnitude and diversity of the business interests of Rensselaer, the meat market of J. J. Eiglesbacb, a model establishment of its line, cannot be overlooked. Mr. Eiglesbach’s market is on Washington street and is one of the most popular markets in the county. There will be found at all times a choice stock of fresh and smoked meats, lard, sausage and all the table*delicacies, in the line usually carried by a first class meat market. All meats handled by this market are noted for their freshness and purity, and this, with the prevalent reputation of the establishment for filling all orders promptly, has gained a large trade. Mr. Eigksbach looks after the wellbeing of his customers carefully, and makes a specialty of choice, juiey-eHte, and tender meats. At his market every facility is at hand for the proper care and handling of stock, such as cold storage, nice clean counters, blocks and fixtures, etc. He buys hides, tallow, lard of farmers and pays the best prices. He makes the sausages sold here using the best meats, and cures largely all their bacons and other meats. All in all, it is an up-to-date market, conducted in a highly satisfactory manner, while the proprietor is personally a well posted man and enjoys the respect and good will of all citizens of Rensselaer.

BALES LUMBER COMPANY.

Builders Material, Coal, Sewer Pipe, Etc. 1 The Bales Lumber Company, where a large stock of hard and soft lumber is always to be found on hand in large variety, has a very accessible location near the Monon railway depot. The affairs are managed by Mr. George O. Bales, a pushing young business man whose close application to the business and whose thorough knowledge of the woods and their relative vrfiue and uses makes it an easy matter for customers to have their wants properly supplied at this yard. Besides carrying a large stock of lumber, lath, shingles, doors and windows, the Bales Lumber Co., also have on hand all sizes of sewer pipe, vitrified brick, flue linings, and hard and soft coal. Of the latter the Bales Lumber Company have a full line and are prepared during the summer months to give some very close contract prices on the next winter’s supply. The prospect for a great amount of building in Jasper county, from fencing to substantial residences, was never more promising than this season and the Bales Lumber Company has on hand a specially large stock of lumber of all grades and classes to meet whatever demands are made. Their prices are always as low as consistent with the best values and generally a little lower than all competitors. This lumber yard is in every way up-to-date. Its large patronage from the public is due to the fair

and impartial treatment extended customers in the past. Mr. George O. Bales is. one of Rensselaer’s most respected young citizens and interests himself in all matters pertaining to the welfare of our city.

j. A. McFARLAND

- - n Groceries, Tobacco and Cigars. One of the most pleasant as well as attractive places of business in ■Rensselaer is the grocery store of J. A. McFarland, at the corner of Washington and Cullen streets. This store was established three and one-half years ago and its business has steadily increased from the date of its inception. This is due to the fact that a superior quality of staple and fancy groceries is carried and that customers are fast learning that goods purchased of McFarland, are just as represented and that full measure is always given. Mr. McFarland’s stock is fresh and clean and embraces all the needs of the table. Much of his success is also due to his personal popularity and the fact that he gives personal attention to all the details of his trade. A few years ago Mr McFarland mad.' the canvass for County Clerk and because of his popularity among his neighbors he reduced the usual Republican majority of 600 to one half that number. A complete line of tobacco and cigars is carried and the highest market price is paid for produce.

DR. J. W. HORTON

Moderrt Dentistry. No profession has made such rapid advance along the highway of science in recent years as the practice of dentistry. And Rensselaer is particularly fortunate in having one of the most skillful and successful dentists of the state located in this city. Nineteen years of continuous practice here has given Dr. J. W. Horton a prestige and a standing in the community which stands preeminent. But Dr. Horton's practice is not restricted to this city or even this county, for in the past few days Mr. Reed Banta, of Casey’s Creek, Ky., and a lady of Chicago Heights were amongf his patients. This is easily accounted for by the fact that Dr. Horton learned his profession not only in the colleges but in the offices of several of the most renowned dentists of the country. He is a graduate of the Haskell School of Dentistry in Chicago and has been connected with offices in Wheeling, West Virginia, and Troy, Pennsylvania. In the latter place he was in charge of the false teeth department and made 500 sets in a single year. Dr. Horton has a nicely appointed and well furnished office at the corner of Washington and Cullen streets, equipped with the most modern appliances and instruments and with a. library stocked with scientific works dealing with all branches of his profession. Dr. Horton always attends the State Association of Dentists and participates actively in all their deliberations. Dr. Horton makes a specialty of crown and bridge work of which he has made an active study, but he is well skilled in all branches pretaining to dentistry. He is a clever citizen and held in the highest regard by his fellows.

C. A. ROBERTS.

Buggies, Carriages, Farm Wagons, Binders, Etc. In 1882 C. A. Roberts established himself in the farm implement and buggy business iivßensselaer and has since engaged continuously and actively in it, making him the longest in this business of any dealer in this city. Mr. Roberts’ business has increased so rapidly that he outgrew his old quarters and recently erected a large ware house on Front street which he is rapidly filling with wagons, buggies and implements of late pattern and improvements and of grades and prices to suit the wants of all. By careful, conservative dealing and by guaranteeing goods to be just as he represents them, Mr. Roberts has built up a large business.

This place has the exclusive agency in Rensselaer for the Studebaker buggies and wagons, recognized far and near as the best line of vehicles on the market. Mr. Roberts also has the agency for the NicholsA: Shepherd threshmachinery, Birdsell clover-hullers, Monarch gas engines, Parson’s band CUttepg find self-feeders. McCormick movers and binders as well as their shredders and coni harvesters. The outfit of the Union City Carriage Co., also finds its way into Mr. Roberts’ wareroom and soon very handsome rigs may be seen at surprisingly low prices for the quality of the W’ork. Mr. Roberts is recognized by the people of Jasper county as a place where the transactions are all conducted upon a strictly honorable business basis, and the proprietor is a man of energy and enterprise, interested in the welfare of Rensselaer.

SCOTT BROS

Harness, Horse Furnishings, Etc. A business of vital interest and importance to the farmers is that conducted by the Scott Bros, on east side of Van Rensselaer street. This progressive firm lately established themselves in business, but by carrying a line of harness and horse furnishings which they could sell at reasonable prices and at the same time guarantee them to be the best grade they are building up a steadily increasing trade. Scott Bros, carry both light and heavy harness in great variety and at all prices and they make to order in the most perfect manner a set of harness which will compare with any on earth. This firm carries whips, bridles, halters, bits, harness oil, machine oil, robes, blankets, fly-nets, sweatpads, and it is here worthy of mention that they carry the best sweat pads on the market at 25 cents, while they have a much better pad at 50 cents. Soott Bros, are deserving of liberal patronage and we bespeak for them a successful business career in Rensselaer.

W. B. AUSTIN

Attorney At Law and oroker. A business aggregating in volume one million of dollars a year, carried on by one man and within a city the size of Rensselaer as the seat of transactions, is not usually to be chronicled. Yet of such can Rensselaer boast, for Mr. William B. Austin’s operations for the past twelve months will pass the million dollar mark. Mr. Austin occupies a commodious suit of office rooms in the Forsythe block at the corner of Washington and Van Rensselaer streets, where he does a general brokerage business and where in 1899 he made 81 of the loans made in Rensselaer as against 87 made by all the other loan agents of the city. Mr. Austin’s business was established in 1883 and has been continuously in operation since. In the past 18 years he has bought and sold countless numbers of farms and. much city property, making a business of both buying and selling real estate. In his office loans are made without the long delays incident to the borrowing of eastern or foreign money-lenders, and all loans negotiated with Mr. Austin are closed up with secrecy and in a speedy manner. That his business has grown to great proportions is due to his personal .attention and to the fact that he carries out all promises he makes to the letter. Mr. Austin is one of the products of Jasper county of whom her citizens are proud, and his success is a stimulus to other young men, who are thrown upon the world with only their own resources, for it shows them plainly that a young man may make his mark in the world by following the advice of Abraham Lincoln who once said he knew a man in Illinois who paid attention to his own affairs and got rich. William B. Austin's success is due to the careful attention he has given his own affairs.

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RENICKER BROS.

Farm Implements and Blacksmithing. Have you ever given it a thought ' —the difference between skilled labor and that not skilled? Or have you gone along without looking to the eternal fitness of things? It will pay you to ponder and consider the matter when it comes to soiebtitle lidfse-slicieing or the repairing in a first-class manner of all kinds ofvehlcleSj such as wagons, buggies, carriages and farm implements of all kinds, you will want it done by some one who knows how to do it right. The Renicker Bros., at their Front street shop, have in their employ Ed Moon and Abe Wartena, two of the best horse-shoers and plow men in Jasper county, who are well known and well-liked. Their work is always the most skillful and never fails to give satisfaction. Renicker Bros., carry a large stock of John Deere cultivators, Deering binders and mowers, and hay rakes. They were particularly fortunate in the purchase of a large shipment of Deering binder twine before the late advance in price and their customers are receiving the benefit of their foresight. Renicker Bros., handle the most reliable goods and their word is a guarantee that the machine is the best money can buy.

C C STARR

Groceries and Ice Dealer. Mr. C. C. Starr enjoys the distinction of being the pioneer business man of Rensselaer. For over 40 years he has been identified with the business interests of this city and his acquaintance is very extensive. At his place of business on Washington street can be fonnd, as always, a complete and fresh line of stable and fancy groceries. Canned goods of superior quality. Glassware, queensware and crockery are to always be found in stock. In the rear of his store Mr. Starr has a complete outfit for browning and grinding his own coffees and spices. An engine and several pieces of machinery are kept in active operation ana it is a very interesting place. Mr. Starr also deals in ice which he takes from a specially select spot on the Iroquois river, far above the city, where for purity the quality of ice can not be excelled. He also conducts an ice cream parlor and soda Fount which is a popular place of resort for the young people. Mr. Starr is a familiar, respected figure in Rensselaer business life. He is one of our best as well as the oldest merchants and enjoys the full confidence and esteem in both the commercial and social world.

RENSSELAER STEAM LAUNDRY.

The firm of Porter & Lagen may well be proud of their laundry plant, consisting as it does of the latest, most modern equipment known in the machinery line. Mr. Lagen of this firm, who has charge of the working department, has been actively engaged in this line for 15 years and managed the largest laundry in Dubuque, lowa, for five years and spent several years with Evans of Omaha, the Millionaire laundry man who owns fifty laundries in the west. Thia is of itself a guarantee that thia laundry can do the work right as Evans don’t have men who don’t know their business from A to Z. Their up-town office is at G. W. Goff’s. Telephone 66. Free Delivery.

WILLIAM H. EGER.

Hardware, Stoves and Plumbing. One must admit that not only have the city’s natural resources and advantages been factors in its progress, but that the indefatigable energy, foresight and absolute confidence of its representative merchants have formed a solid and permanent basis for its steady growth. The hardware and plumbing establishment of William H. Eger on Washington street, near the

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