Jasper County Democrat, Volume 8, Number 15, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 July 1905 — Page 4

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The Hammond Tribune calls Michigan City a “wicked” town. This brings to mind the old saying about the pot and the kettle. While there are many things The Democrat does not agree with Governor Hanly on, bis efforts to suppress gambling, stop the illegal sale of intoxicating liquors and enforce the laws of the state, generally meets The Democrat’s hearty approbation. No one will ever see The Democrat condemning a republican officer for honest efforts to obey or enforce the law. When the law provides for boards of any character and stipulates that such’,board shall be composed of members£representing the two leading political parties, it means that consistent and known Democrats and Republicans named—not men who lay claim to certain political affiliations and who may be mugwumps or any other sort of a nondescript. The law no doubt means what it says and those who have the observance of the same should keep this fact in mind— Muncie Press.

CHICAGO STRIKE MAY SPREAD

Court Bullng May Add to the Strikers— Depariuient Store Men Not Surrendering. Chicago, July 7.—Deploring the rioting and siiedding of blood during the teamsters' strike ns detrimental to Chicago's good name, Judge Hotdoni has announced his intention of issuing injunctions against six local express companies, alleged to be discriminating against merchants involved In the strike. These companies have refused to deliver goods to ‘'struck” houses liecause their drivers belong to the union. while the law is very plain that they must deliver goods to all persons desiring their services. Tlie foregoing action of tlie court will, however, practically result in a strike of the local express drivers. Instead of calling off the strike ns far as their organization is concerned, as had been expected. the department store drivers, by a referendum vote of their members, decided to remain in the fight until some sort of settlement is arranged which will Include all of the strikers.

BECAUSE IT WAS POLICY

That I* Why th* Amalgamated Compromised with the American Sheet and Tin Plate Company. Pittsburg, July 7.—An offilcal statement is given out by the officers of the Amalgamated Associationof Iron. Steel and Tin Workers in which they make public their reasons for compromising with the Americin Sheetand Tin Plate company in the recent wage conference. _ The statement contends that it was only after it became apparent that the American company had lieen fortifying their position to press their claims to the point of operating tlie plants non-union that tlie association yielded. It further says circumstances were against declaring a strike at this time.

Might Have Been Much Worse.

St. Paul, July 7. —About thirty persons were injured, one seriously in the wreck of the Great Northern westbound “flyer” at Spring Brook, twentyone miles east of Williston, N. D. Seven cars were burned by a fire which broke out immediately after tlie wreck. The special ear “Joliet" did not leave the rails. It contained, among others. Dr. Frank Billings, Dr. Arthur Dean Beven, Dr. W. A. Busey and Dr. L. L. MeArthur, four noted Chicago physicians, and Dr, Meecher. of Portage, Wfs„ all en route to the Portland fair. The man seriously injured is C. H. Stricker, who was “beating” his way. All the other injured were able to proceed.

Bottle Blowers In Council.

Terre Haute, Ind., July 7.—National Secretary Ijiuner, of the Bottle Glass Blowers' association, with members of the price list and audit Ing committees, are here taking up work preliminary to the national convention, which opens July 10.

Mere Regal Areanum Protests.

Columbus, 0., July 7. —Al>out 300 delegates representing the Royal Arcanum in Ohio met and adopted resolutions protesting against the proposed increase in the rates of the order.

KNIAZ POTEMKINE HOLDS THE CENTER OF THE PLATFORM

Also Seems to Hold the Com* mand of the Black Sea. DOES NOT ASK, BUT DEMANDS Orders a Town to Produce Sup* plies and Coal or Be Bombarded. Requires the City Dads to Insist on Reforms and the End of the War —Status of the Armistice. London, .fuly 3. —The situation In the Russian fleet is this: When Admiral Kruger reached Odessa last week his crews were so mutinous ttiat he dared not attack the Kniaz Potemkine, which thus was able to defy the admiral. Kruger sailed hack to Sebastopol, and owing to the disaffection of his crews has drawn his fires, ungeared his engines and sent the crews of the whole fleet ashore. The disaffection extends to tlie officers, and is the work oUlhe social revolutionists. Odessa, July 6. —Sixty-seven of the mutineers from the Georgi Pobledonosetz, including the ringleaders, have been Imprisoned. It is expected that all of them will be shot. Theodosia, Crimea, July 0. Summoned by the Kniaz Potemkine, which entered the harbor here yesterday, representatives of the town council went on board the battleship and were received In the admiral’s cabin by the commission commanding her. The commission demanded the delivery of 500 tons of coal and provisions of various kinds within twenty-four hours, and threatened that In the event of non-compliance, after due warning to the Inhabitants, the town would be bombarded. The commission also proposed that the mayor should transmit to the population a proclamation demanding the termination of the war, a convocation of zemstvos, etc. Workmen Hack the Mutineers. Learning of these demands many inhabitants fled the town. The workmen insisted that the demands be granted. A special meeting of the municipality was called and the council consented to deliver the provisions, but refused to comply with the demand for coal for the reason that the town had none.

PROCLAMATION TO THE POWERS

Remarkable Step of the Mutineers—Also n Very Shrewd More. St. Petersburg, July 6.—While no official confirmation is obtainable the Associated Press has been informed by an authority usually reliable that the admiralty has received news that the Kniaz Potemkine, after shipping coal, provisions and medicines, is again at large in ftie Black sea, aid that her destination is unknown. Whether the report of tlie sailing of the battleship be true or not the crew took a remarkable step yesterday when with all the solemnity of a provisional government it issued n manifesto addressed to tlie powers, announcing that civil war had been begun against the existing regime in Russia and pledging tileinviolability of foreign shipping and foreign ports. Tills action doubtless was taken to quiet the apprehensions of foreign powers and to leave no excuse for the sending of warships through the Dardanelles to effect the capture of the battleship, which until now Russia's Black sea fieet has not dared to attempt. It Is considered a shrewd move on tlie part of tlie mutineers, and stamps the commander of the crew as a leader far above the class of the ordinary sailor, and strengthens tlie opinion that he is not a member of the original crew, but one of tlie revolutionaries who went on lioard at Odessa. The issuance of the manifesto lends a certain dignity to the mutiny, and proves that the crew and their commander have no desire that the world should believe them to be mere outlaws, but that they should be looked upon as men seriously raising the standard of revolution. According to a rumor printed in an afternoon paper the ship's strong box contained $375,000, and the mutineers would therefore be well supplied wlUt money. In circles closely In touch with the revolutionists It is regarded as a foregone conclusion that the commander of the Kniaz I’otemkine. knowing the situation In the Caucasus, will head for Poti or Batouin, where tire revolutionists are exceedingly strong, In the hope of producing a general rising. With the authorities in the Caucasus almost powerless to prevent It such a contingency is by no means Impossl ble.

FEARFUL LESSON FOR RIOTERS

bead at Odaaaa Will Nnmbar 6,000-Aatl-Jaw Klotlag Feared. Odessa, July s.—Those who brought about the disorders in this city, and the strikers generally, have had a fearful lesson, but it is open to ques-

tlon whether they would not do the same thing over again under provocation. The soldiers are camped in the city squares, and in some of the boulevards. The city is constantly patrolled, and detachments are traversing the streets all the time. The theaters and concert halls are still dosed and very few persons are seen in the streets after 10 o’clock at night. The general situation in Odessa has much improved, but there is still a widespread feeling of nervousness. Those best knowing the conditions are of the opinion that the gravest danger now lies in a possible antiJewish rising. The Jews here number about 175,000,000 to 200,000 and for a variety of reasons they are deeply hated in Odessa. The fact that they are credited with bomb throwing during the recent disturbance, coupled with the fact that the police found large collections of bombs in the houses of two prominent and wealthy Jews, has served to inflame minds against them, and and it would not take much to start antl-Jewish demonstrations, the end of which would be most terrible. The dock strikers were fearfully punished, but it can be said truthfully that the military were protecting Odessa against a crazed and infuriated mob of incendiaries and pillagers, and confronted by a situation which absolutely demanded the most repressive measures. The stand taken by the troops last week probably prevented the sacking and burning of the whole city of Odessa, countless murders and indescribable terrorism. The loss of life has been .fearful, it being estimated at 6,000, partly by being caught in tlie incendiary fires, but mostly by gunshot wounds. The loss of property estimates range from $5,000,000 to $10,000,000. OUTLOOK FOR AN ARMISTICE Russia Morn Than Willing, but la Too Proud to Ask for One. St. Petersburg, July 6.—The sitnation regarding the armistice is as follows: Russia has formally signified to President Roosevelt her desire for a lasting peace not only by the appointment of plenipotentiaries who will be accompanied by eminent experts fully empowered to conclude a treaty subject only to the ratification of the respective governments, but as a final step has indicated her readiness to suspend hostilities. She has avoided formally asking for an armistice as a matter of pride, but wider tlie circumstances Russia could hardly go further than she lias. > Japan so far as known has not yet Indicated her attitude, or if she has Russia up to this writing has not been so informed. In diplomatic circles the most earnest hope is expressed that Japan will consent. An eminent ambassador of a great European power said to the Associated Press: “If Japan declines it may prove to be a misfortune for the whole world. The position of Russia is critical. The emperor crushed by the defeats in the Far East and with almost civil war at home has bowed his head to the inevitable. He wants peace. If Japan still Insists in humbling the emperor's head into the dust * * • gte may produce a cataclysm of anarchy greater than that of the French revolution, which will leave her no government to negotiate with, besides threatening the peace of Europe.” The Bourse Gazette considers that the war is over and that a battle after what has been accomplished by President Roosevelt would be an a nomoly.

Plenipotentiaries Are Named.

Oyster Bay. N. Y., July 3.—President Roosevelt has authorized the following announcement to be made relative to the pending peace negotiations between Russia and Japan: “The president announces that the Russian and Japanese governments have notified him that they have appointed tlie plenipotentiaries to meet at Washington ns soon after the Ist of August as possible. The two Russian plenipotentiaries are Ambassador Muravieff, formerly minister of justice and now ambassador at Rome, and Ambassador Rosen, recently appointed to succeed Cassini at Washington. The Japanese plenipotentiaries are Baron Koinura, now minister of foreign affairs, and Minister Takahira, Japan’s representative at Washington.

Floating Poolroom Tied Up.

Chicago, July 6.—Because of the Inability of the American De Forest Wireless Telegraph company to furnish the necessary service, the “floating poolroom” City of Traverse made no trip on the lake. The case against William H. Ocker, manager of the “wireless" company, and Ills assistants, Edward Brandon and B. O'Brien, who were arrested after the police raided the company’s offices in the Railway Exchange building, were continued until July 11, when they will be beard In Justice Caverly’s court.

Christian Endeavor Convention.

Baltimore, Md., July 6.—A1l the incoming railway trains brought thousands of additional delegates and visitors to the twenty-second International convention of the Christian Endeavor society, every state in the union. Canada, and many foreign countries being represented. Preceding the formal opening of the convention late In the afternoon there was held a business meeting of the United Society of Christian Rideavor. All the old officers were re-elected.

Chicago Packers Givs Bonds.

Chicago, July 6.—Bonds have been furnished by three of the packing companies and thirteen of the individual packers indicted by the federal grand jury last Friday. The bonds signed are for $5,000 each and secured by surety companies.

END OF HORSE RACING

Can’t Make It Go Without Betting and the Indianapolis Meet Has Ended. MAY GIVE UP THE AUGUST MEET English Hotel Fails To Be a Paying Hostelry—That Coal Combine —Hoosier State Newk. Indianapolis, July 6.—The race meeting of the Indianapolis Racing association, which was to have continued for twelve days, was brought to a close at the end of the 'ndnth day. President Blair, explaining the reasons for discontinuing the meeting, said he had received a letter from the state board of agriculture requesting that pool selling at the fair grounds be stopped, and that he did not think it advisable to continue the meeting, which would be unprofitable without the pool selling privileges to which the state board objected. Four bookmakers were arrested during the afternoon. The bookmakers, who were not taken into custody, continued to accept wagers until the close of the meeting without being molested. May Abandon the Anguat Meeting. President Blair said that the directors of the Indianapolis Racing association would hold a meetingrext Monday at which time they will determine whether the five days’ harness meeting scheduled to begin Aug. 8 shall be cancelled. Explanation of the Coal Combine. Indianapolis, July 6. Alfred M. Ogle, of thia city, president of the Vandalia Coal company, which has been Incorporated at Trenton, N. J., with a capital stock of $7,000,000, gave out a statement defining the purpose of the proposed company. “Under present condition,” said Ogle, “a number of the twenty-seven mines that are to be taken over by the Vandalia Coal company have been operated at a disadvantage. With one company operating all these companies the strictest economy will be introduced, and an effort made to concentrate the output.” English Hotel Is to Close. Indianapolis, July 6.—Upon the petition of Ernest H. Tripp, its president and largest stockholder, the English Hotel company has passed into the hands of Wilbur N. Gannon as receiver, with instructions from Judge Leathers, of tlie superior court, to sell the furnishings at a private sale within fifteen days. It is alleged by stockholders that the company is entirely solvent, and that the action for a receivership was taken as the only means of honorably closing a business which, it is said, was operating at a loss through Inability to meet certain high and fixed expenses. Tripp says that all bills account will be paid in full. TRAVELS OF A SAFETY PIN One of the Regular Annuel Installment* of the Story Cornea Up Smiling. New Albany, Ind., July 6.—A brass safety pin swallowed tn Infancy by Eugene Brisby, city clerk of this city, thirty-five years ago, has Just been extracted from his right knee. The pin was not discolored, and Brisby had felt no ill effects from its presence until within a few weeks. A pain in the knee, owing to the fact that the left leg was amputated ten years ago, caused him great inconvenience, and for several days he was confined to his home. Dr. Davis concluded that some foreign substance was imbedded in the knee. An incision was made, and the pin was extracted. It was not until Brisby’s mother explained.that in Infancy he swallowed a safety pin that the presence of the pin was accounted for. New Law Bad for Bnsineas. Newcastle, Ind., July 6. —The month of June proved to be the poorest month in years in this county for marriages, notwithstanding the fact that It has alway heretofore been one of the best months in the year. But eighteen marriage licensees were issued, a number considerably below the record of other months. The attaches of the county clerk’s office are of the opinion that the new marriage law has had the effect of decreasing the marriage license business. Reni Mocking Birds la Indiana. Ca-nnelton, Ind., July 6.—The true southern mocking bird is noticed in abundance along the Ohio river this season, and the woods are musclal with its song to a degree unusual In Indiana. Some few years ago several pairs of young singers were released by a gentleman near here. “Miniature” Train Ditched. Indianapolis, July 6.—ln the ditching of a miniature railway train at Riverside park, presumably caused by the spreading of the rails, seven people were Injured, at least two of them seriously. There were five cars to the train, each containing from four to six passengers. . . Bldamnn Wants Some Scalp*. Terre Haute, Ind., July 6.—Mayor Bldaman said that he Is determined to remove the members of his board of safety. “I am going to get rid of them,” he asserted. There is talk of the board resisting removal. This is a deevlopment of the fight over George Lints.

House Paint Facts. yHE best paint is very simple. White Lead, Linseed Oil,-and the necessary drier—that’s all. But be sure your White Lead is pure. “Eckstein” brand is guaranted. x Sold by all dealers. Here’s your good health— Madison Brew. A good appetite and a taste that’s just right, w Refreshin K> strength-giving—a tonic for you. JBa Madison Tafel Beer Draught of Delight t j £ \ 1“ Wood and Bottles Sold Everywhere \ I A | Ask the man behind the bar —If he doesn’t know, write to the AL ML Madison Brewing Company • Madtoeffi* Indiana ♦Do You Know?| ♦ Our new sheds are completed ▼ which increases the storage ca- w pacity of our plant to the extent ▼ T of giving us ample room all unX der cover to store our large X 0 stock of Lumber, Shingles, &c? ▲ That we have the best and most ▼ X complete stock in the county? ♦ Our prices are as reasonable as ♦ ▼ good grades and fair treatment ▼ will allow ? ▼ A -- . That we want a chance to dem- A ♦ onstrate the above facts to you? ♦ : : ♦ Rensselaer Lumber Co. ♦

Nutmeg Tree and Fruit.

“The nutmeg tree begins to bear at the age of ten years,” said a gardener. “It keeps on bearing until it is ninety. The fruit resembles an apricot, and when the fruit is ripe it bursts open, showing at its heart the black nutmeg Inclosed in a network of scarlet. “The nutmeg, after plucking, must be dried. It is dried over a slow Are, and the process Is tedious. It often occupies two months. “Before shipping the nutmegs are always steeped in sea water and lime. This Is to protect them from Insects. They have nothing but insects to fear. In an insect proof condition they keep —well, they keep practically forever.’’— New Haven Register.

Vo/e Vour Coupons On page three of this issue of The Democrat we make public what we term a Popularity Voting Contest. It is our intention to conduct this contest on a fair and square basis and every vote that is sent in to be voted for the Church, Sunday School Lodge or Club will be correctly and honestly counted for the one voted for. We wish to state that the prize offered by us is worth every cent of $300.00 and that the CHASE Piano, manufactured by the Starr Piano, Co., which we are giving away, can not be purchased of any dealer in the state of Indiana, or any other state, or of the manufacturer, for one cent less than $300.00. To clearly, show that the prize we are offering is of the value we claim for it, we have procured from the Starr Piano Co., a written guarantee which shows the full value to be worth the selling price of $300.00, and to be of the very best of workmanship and fully warranted for a term of five years. There will be no outside people connected with this contest, and at no time will we allow any person to say that we have a scheme or chance game, or anything of that sort, for there is no chance or scheme connected in any way shape or form. It is merely a popularity voting contest between the many different Churches, Sunday Schools, Lodges and Clubs in our field. All votes are to be sent addressed to Jasper County Democrat Rensselaer, Ind.

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Position of the Railroads.

President Fish’s reply to Secretary Taft’s speech on railway rate regulation, thinks the Baltimore News, Independent, is significant of the position railways take on the question. It says: “They will fight government rate legislation to a finish, and fight it now. Any bill which will really give to the government the power to fix rates will pass congress not only against the opposition of practically every railroad tnan, but against that of every ally which the railroads can bring into the field.”