Jasper County Democrat, Volume 6, Number 36, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 December 1903 — Page 1

Jasper County Democrat.

SI.OO Per Year.

LOCAL AND PERSONAL. Brief Items of Interest to City and Country Readers. Oora 31c; oats, 340. Wheat 65 cents; rye, 40 cents. Come to The Democrat office for sale bills. B. Forsythe is suffering from rheumatism this week. G. F. Meyers went to Marshall, 111., on a land trade Thnrsday. Attorney Williams was in Monticello on business Wednesday. The new engine at the water and light plant is now in running order. __ Finest line of holiday handkerchiefs in town, at Bowles & Parker’s. Miss Fredie Bard spent Sunday and Monday with her parents near • Frances ville. New subscribers to The Democrat this week by postoffices: Rensselaer, 1. Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Hoshaw of Chalmers, spent Sunday with H. 0. Hoshaw and family. To accomodate its advertising patrons The Democrat is issued in two sections this week. Mrs. Chas. Ramp visited her daughter, Mrs. N. Crull, in Monon Thursday and yesterday. Finest line of Japanese china at lowest prices. It will pay you to see them at Bowles & Parker’s. The steady winter weather still continues and yesterday morning the mercury was down to 10 above zero. Francesville will get two new rural mail routes January 15. The length of the two routes is 48 miles and the population served is 1,022. James Rush’s family have moved back to their farm near Monon and Mr. Rush will dispose of his buss business, we understand, and follow later. Local dealers have been paying 15 cents per pound for live turkeys this week. This means about 25 to 30 cents per pound to the eastern millionare consumer. The Democrat publishes a handsome half-tone cut of St. Joseph’s college and grounds this week. A fair idea of the buildings and grounds may be obtained from this picture. And Wheatfield is to have a rural route, starting Jan. 15. The route will be 23$ miles in length and the population served is 460. The carrier has not been appointed at this writing. The remonstrance against the seceding of the twelve sections of White Poet tp., Pulaski county, being annexed to Salemi tp., was successful, the commissioners deciding against the secession. Owing to the President’s message occupying so much space on our inside pages of section one, the serial chapters of “All for A Title” are left out of this issue of The Democrat. Same will appear in the next issue. We understand that D. _M. Worland who recently sold his carriage business to Marsh Warner, will devote his attention to the merry-go-round which he purchased some time ago and will travel about with same. The democratic state commitee will meet at the Grand Hotel in Indianapolis next Monday. Among the matters to be discussed is the bringing action to test the constitutionality of the apportionment law of the last legislature. ' We understand that the night watch heard some one in Rosenbaum’s saloon Wednesday night, about two o’clock, and he went down to “Bossy’s” and rooted him out. Rosey and the night watch then came up town and opened the saloon. They found one of the bartenders and a woman in the saloon, it is reported. Miss Bertha B. Adams, daughter of Henry I. Adams, deceased, and Mr. Chas. G. Horsewood of Newton tp , were united in marriage by Rev. H. L. Kindig at the M. E. church parsonage Touraday morning. The young couple went to Chicago for a few days stay, after which they will return here for awhile and later take up their residence at Ligonier.

You’ll be pleased if you buy your Xmas present at Rowles & Parker’s. The Hibler sale in Milroy Tuesday was largely attended and property brought very good prices, except the standard bred horses, which sold cheap. Win. Warren and Geo. Wood bad a runaway mix-up Monday morning in which Prior Rowen, who was riding with Warren, got a leg quite badly bruised and the vehicles were smashed up somewhat.

DOLPH DAY MARRIED.

Lowell Tribune: Marr ie d, Thursday afternoon, Dec. 3,1903, Miss Edith Peterson to Dolpb Day of Rensselaer, Ind. The cremony took place, at the home of he parents of the bride. Mr. and Mrs. George F. Peterson, and was performed by town clerk E. E. Woodcock, and was witnessed by the immediate relatives and friends of the bride. The happy young couple took the 5:14 train for Rensselaer, where they will make their future home. The Tribune extends congratulations and best wishes for their future happiness and prosperity.

NEW LODGE OFFICERS.

Catholic Order of Foresters: — Geo. A. Strickfaden, C. R.; S. A. Brusnaban.V. C. R.; Peter Hordeman, P. C. R.; J. M. Healy, Rec. Sec.; Matthew Worden, F. S.; Joseph A. Lucre, tre&s.; Joseph Nagle, John Healy, John Moosemiller, trustees. Installation .will take place Jan. 3. Rensselaer Post No. 84, G. A. R.—D. H. Yeoman, Com.; T. H. Robinson. S. V. C.; W. H. Wood, J. Y. C.; Henry Grow, sargeon; J. H. Thornton, chaplain; I. N. Hemphill, OrD; John Krealer, Q. M.; Larkin Potts, O. G.

JUDY STILL IN JEOPARDY.

The trial of John F. Judy has been on in Tippecanoe county for the past two weeks. It seems not all the cases against Judy were nolled, as reported some time ago, and this particnlar case is for the alleged stealing of a horse by Sam Hunter on Judy’s order, and on which the latter held a mortgage. The case has been hotly contested on both sides and it is not thought that it will be completed this week. The defense claims that the action of Hnnter in taming against Judy, his former employer, ia purely spite work and blackmail, as he had made threats of doing him injury unless be (Judy) acceded to bis demands for money. Judy’s attorneys alone coat him SI,OOO, it is said, and the witness fees, loss of time, injnry to business, etc., will cost him several thousand dollars more. The general opinion seems to be that Judy will be acquitted. '

Reduced prices on ladies and childrens oloaks. Rowles & Parker. Lost: —In Rensselaer, Saturday, Dec. 5, a female shepherd dog, black on back, some yellow on head, white face and breast, tip of tail white. Finder please leave at Hemphill’s hitch bara. John A. Randle. ■ ■ 1 15 per cent discount on all furs for the Holidays. Rowles A Parker.

Rensselaer, Jasper County, Indiana, Saturday, December 12, 1903.

WHERE INDIANA EDITORS WERE ENTERTAINED LAST WEEK.

O. H. McKay, the laundryman, is lying at his home suffering from a limb broken in two places above the ankle and a sprained ankle, the result of his horse getting frightened Saturday evening by a freight train near the Coen & Brady elevator. Mr. McKay jumped from the carriage when the horse started to ran and his contact with the frozen ground resulted as above stated. The buggy and harness was quite badly demolished. Mr. McKay’s injuries will keep him confined to the house for several months, but bis laundry business will be continued right along by bis assistants. The accident is an nnforturnate one and Mr. McKay has the sympathy of the community in his misfortune.

NOTICE TO I. O. O. F.’ “Uncle Josh,” the funny man that makes the famous Edison talking records, “Uncle Josh at a game of base ball,” “Uncle Josh aud the lightning rod agent,” “Trip to Coney Island,” “sth Avenue buss,” “Josh at the campmeeting,” etc., etc. The same records you heard at the phonograph entertainment. The author, Mr. Cal Stewart of New York City, will give two hours of fun and merriment at the opera house on next Saturday night, Dec. 19. Don’t miss it. Notice of An Election of Officers in Prairie Lodge No. 135, F. & A. M. Notice is hereby given that on December 21, ISK)3, at Masonic Hail in Rensselaer, Indiana, there will be held an election to elect a W. M., S. W., and J.’W., with other officers of said Lodge. The first three to be elected will be ex-officio trustees of said lodge for the ensuing year. Lodge opens at 7:30 p. m. C. W. Corn, W. M. W. J. Jmes, Sec. 10-4 heavy cotton blanket 42c pair; many other styles lower than the lowest. w Rowles & Parker. UNCLE JOSH IS COMINQ. Mr. Cal Stewart of New York City, the world’s greatest living hnmorist, will give an entertainment in the opera house in Rensselaer, Saturday evening, Dec. 19. All seats are reserved—2s and 35c. Fine line of Japanese and China ware for holiday gifts. Rowles & Parker. BOX SOCIALS. There will be a box social at Fuller school house, Union tp., Friday evening, Dec. 18, 1903. Everybody welcome. Girls, bring boxes. Jesse Smith, Teacher. Finest line of Holiday Handkerchiefs ever shown in town. Rowles & Parker. BAZAAR HOLIDAY WEEK. The young people of the Presbyterian Cbnrch will hold a bazaar at the K. of P. building holiday week for the sale of everything desirable for presents, and will serve good things to EAT. Fascinators in all oolors, regular 25 cent qualities special 19c. Rowles & Parker.

BADLY HURT IN RUNAWAY.

FRENCH LICK SPRINGS HOTEL.

Don’t forget the dance in the hall tonight. John Behles of Dv., was veiwing our streets Tuesday. G. O. Stembel was a Rensselaer visitor Tuesday. Perry Wyant of Kouts, was a Wheatfield visitor Tuesday. Skating is now the chief amusement for the young people. Mrs. Mary Funk made a business trip to Dunnville Wednesday. Miss Stalbaum of Asphaltum, called on friends here Saturday afternoon. Johme Tilton, while chopping wood Wednesday, hurt his toot quite badly. Helmick & Wheeler have sold their onions to George Hudfees of Indianapolis. Miss Elva East and Edward Sands of Dunnville, attended church here Sunday evening. Mrs. Arthur Mechling entertained a few of her friends Thursday at a quilting. Mrs. Hereth and daughter Lizzie, of Dunnville. did shopping here Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Kate Tinkbam spent Wednesday with her daughter, Mrs. Grace Paine, at Dunn's. Misses Carol Gilbranson and Anna Lidtke spent Tuesday with the latter’s sister Mary, at Kouts. Mrs. William Holle, Jr,, and son Roy of Kniman, spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. John McGlinn, Sr. Ernest Hurt, who for the past two weeks, has been visiting relatives in Lebanon, Ind., returned home Saturday.

Mrs. Steel is on the sick list. Fine weather for corn husking. Paul Schultz was out buying bogs this week. Ernest Stibbie spent a few days in Chicago ibis week. Amel Schultz made a flying trip to Rensselaer Saturday. If you want a good job of ditching done, call on Dave Platt. Mr. and Mrs. Davis were visiting at Adolph Schultz’s Sunday. If you have any veal calves to sell give Dan Lakm a chance, he will pay the top prices. Fred Summers of Hammond, was out for a few days hunting this week. Al Keener of Louisville, is visiting friends and relatives in this neighborhood this week, Julius Schultz and David Platt of Rensselaer, attended the box supper at Aix Friday night. George Deorsch and Gust Schmitke of Hammond, were out hunting last week and got a fine lot of rabbits. A farmhouse on the Otis ranch, occupied by Bert Hannaway, was destroyed by fire at an early hour Sunday morning. The fire is supposed to have originated from a defective flue. The family escaped in scant attire, losing practically all their personal effects.

“Happy" Leech has been pressing hay. A sight gang is working on the dredge this week. “Diamond Dick” is husking corn for Bruce Moffitt. Mrs. Al Helsel has been very seriously sick, but is better at this writing. Carl Hammacher and Billy Nelson shipped a car load of hay this week. Evert Leech and Frank McCurtain visited our school Monday afternoon. Charley Fish, who has been working on the Springer ranch, has returned home. There will be a Xmas tree and entertainment on Xm«s eve at the school house. Everybody cordially invited.

WHEATFIELD.

NORTH UNION.

YIRGIE.

Bert Hannaway’s house burned down last Saturday night. It was thought to have been caused trom a defective flue. There will be no social here on the 19, as advertised in these items last week, on account of the social at Rosebud on that date. Frank McColly, “Tip” Wiseman, Sax Geesey, Mr. Lee and “Happy" Leach went wolf hunting Tuesday night, with their coon dogs. The dogs got on the trail of a wolf, but the wolfclimbed a tree and the dogs failed to connect.

LAURA.

Hello! So. America. We are all right. Miss Jasperson spent Sunday at home. Wm. Kettleberry, 8r„ is on the sick list. Masquerade dance at Kniman Xmas night. Eida Calvinder and family Sundayed on N. K. Remember the box social at Oak Grove to-night, Dec 12. Quite a few from this place attended the social at Mt. Pleasant. Messrs. John and Elda Cavinder were in Mrdaryville one day last week. Myrtle Barkley and Clyde Davisson were in our midst Sunday evening. Mrs. Oma Haste left Wednesday for Lafayette where she expects to remain for awhile. Mr. and Mrs. Pettet and daughter Ida, called on the former’s sister, Mrs. Joseph Salrin, Sunday, News is scarce this week, as we heard a young lady remark that the items from this place were nothing more than nonsense. While passing along the public road we had the experience of meeting with a sight which one seldom sees. As Mr. - was going to Laura he passed the residence of his lady friend; he did not stop in but called her out to the fence ana—then is when we left and had to guess at the remainder.

NURSERY STOCK.

Being salesman for the largest nursery in the state, I am offering all kinds of first-class stock to the public at a very low price. All goods guaranteed healthy and trne to name. Orchards sold on the payment plan. All inquiries cheerfully answered. Address C. L. Parks, Surrey, Ind.

JANUARY NUMBER.

New Mm Woman’* rUgazine. Teeming with good things adapted to women of various tastes, the January number of the New Idea Woman’s Magazine presents a most attractive appearance. Prominent among its utilitarian articles is one npon “Profitable Industries for Women,” from the pen of Sarah Slater. Frances Wilson has retold the pathetic story of Charlotte Temple in a charming way, and Grace Potter Hopkins writes delightfully of “Prominent Washington Hostesses,” There are stories of exceptional merit and examples 6f verse that are instinct with originality and merit, and the fashions set forth represent the newest of ideas in the world of costume.

Don’t Forgot the New Lumber Yard Where yon can get all kinds of Lumber, Lime, Hair, Brick, Cement and Plaster; also the celebrated alabastacent Wall Plaster. 1 solicit a share of yonr trade at my old stand. Respectfully, Hiram Dat. BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS. Dec. 1, to Mr. and Mrs. Charley Odom of Gillam tp., a son. ~ Dec. 5, to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Elder, near Surrey, a son.

Vol. VI. No. 36

ABOUT THE COURT HOUSE.

It—j of Intoreat Gathered in the Offices and Corridors of the County Capitol. Marriage licenses issued: Dec. 5, Dudley Dingle to Minnie Florence Walker. Deo. 9, Charles G. Horsewood to Berath B. Adams. —o — The average poor farm deficit of over $150.00 per month under the present management still comes along with its accustomed regularity. It must be borne in mind also, that there is much less produce, stock, etc., on the farm now than there was on Feb. Ist, last, when Mr. Blue took charge of the farm. —o — New suits filed: No. 6587. Walter R. Lee, as administrator of the estate of Henry Lee, deceased, vs. Catherine Lee, deceased; petition to sell real estate. No. 6588. S. Herbert Moore vs. Flora J. Poole et al; action on note. No. 6589. EHa B. Nelson as administratrix of the estate of Christian Nelson, deceased, vs Ella B. Nelson et al; petition te sell real estate. No. 6590. Emil G. Isch vs. James W. Tribby et al; action to declare a lein. No. 6591. Mary J. Grant vs. George W. Allen et al; action to quiet title. No. 6592. Harry H. Jones vs. Jay J. Jones, guardian; action on account. —o — Following is a report of the proceedings of the commissioners* court, December term: All the old bridge petitions were continued. Claims of Nehemiah Hopkins of $12.50 and J. H. Long of $38.00 for assessing Marion tp., were again continued. In the Geo. Gowland petition for public highway, the report of reviewers was rejected and John J. Porter, Albert Bellowsi and Jacob Hensler were appointed reviewers, to qualify before Squire Troxel Dec. 21, and proceed to view said proposed highway. The report gave Wm. Baker $200.00 damages. Claim of R W. Marshall for $75 for services as county attorney was continued.

The contracts for furnishing supplies for the poor farm were let for the next three months as follows: John Eger, groceries, $112.85; L. Wildberg, clothing, $11.35; G. E. Murray, shoes, $32.65. County officers reported fees collected for the quarter ending Nov. 30as follows: Clerk, $424.10; treasurer, $1.00; recorder, $629.10; auditor, $73.80; sheriff, $181.05. The report of the poor farm superintendent for the quarter was examined and approved. It shows that there are thirteen inmates, and the receipts for the quarter were $268.26 and expenses $819.23 making a net deficit for the quarter of $550.97. Poor farm claims to the amount of $523.67 were allowed, of which amount $120.31 was for meat at Moody & Roth’s. The meat bill from Nov. Ist to Nov. 28th was $55.07; or $2 per day. Commissioners Follmar, Kroft and Eopka and the auditor of Pulaski county were here Thursday in joint session on the Hazelett ditch. Owing to failure of the engineer to make a report not much was done.

FOR RENT. Office rooms over Moody & Roth meat market, opposite court house. Also one new frame house of 8 rooms, cistern, city water, electric lights, one block east of court house. For particulars enquire of John Makeever. A Costly Mistake. Blonder* are sometimes very expensive. Occasionally life itself is the price of a mistake, but you’ll never be wrong if you taka Dr. King’a New Life Pills for dyspepsia, dixsinesa, headache, liver or bowel troubles. They are gentle vet thorough. 36c at A. F. Long’s drug store. You’ll be pleased if you make your Holiday purchases of Bowles & Parker. Report From the Reform School. 1.6. Gluck, auperlnteudent, Pruntytowa, W. V*., writes; "After trying aU other advertised cough medicines we ha decided to ese Foley's Hooey and Tar exclusively la the West Virginia Reform School. I find k ia the rawst effective and absolutely harmless." For sale by A. F. Long, druggist. An armload of old papers fur a nickel at The Democrat office.