Jasper County Democrat, Volume 15, Number 47, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 14 September 1912 — Page 1

Jasper County Democrat.

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PUPILS BEING TURNED AWAY

From St. Joseph’s College This Year for Lack of Room. ENROLLMENT THIS YEAR 304 And More Could have been Had If There Had Been Room to Accomodate Them. The opening of the twenty-second scholastic year at St. Joseph’ College \\ ednesday was indeed one of the most auspicious in the history of w the institution. And all present indications are favorable to a most successful term. The solemn' high mass was sung by Rev. William Arnold, Peru Ind., assisted by Rev. M. Ehleringer, C. PP. S. as deacon; Rev. I. A. Wagner, C. PP. S.. Ph. D., as subdeacon, and Rsv. S. Kuhnmuench as master of ceremonies. The faculty and teaching staff remain the same as that of last year with the exception of Rev.. I. A. Wagner, C. PP. S„ Ph. D., who has been appointed a new member of the faculty. Dr. W’agner is a graduate of the Catholic University of America, Washington, D. C., and also of Johns Hopkins, Baltimore, Md. With the experiences he has had in giving lectures at the Cathodic Universtiy summer school the college is very fortunate in securing his services for the scientific department. The enrollment of students is the largest St. Joseph’s has had. All room is occupied, and late applicants will have to be refused admission for there is no place to harbor them. The list of students shows a representation of all the central states. The total enrollment is noty ohT, T ffmore than last year, and reservations have been made for a few who will start in later. The many improvements that were made during the vacation months were a delight to the old students. The cement bottom of the lake and the curbing greatly enhance the appearance of the east lawn. Other improvements add greatly to the convenience and usefullness for the students.

Watch Out for the Toot! Toots!— Maybe.

Once more Rensselaer is to enjoy the conveniences of an electric railroad. That is, Purtelle, whom we have been told several times in the past year had disposed of his Interests in the proposed—on paper—» Northwestern Indiana Traction Co., says we are. But Gene’s promises, like his checks, don’t bring any returns. However, Gene is on deck once more and with H. J. Wilson of Chicago, reputed to be chief engineer KXf the “road,” has rented office rooms over Roth Bros, market and is reported to have paid a full month’s rent in advance, actual coin of the realm —what do you think of that? i According to the stories told others—Gene don’t confide in the newspapers any more since The Democrat exposed his duplicity to the public—work is actually to begin in a few days, as soon as he can let the contract, and the road is to be built to St. Joseph’s College and a car put on and operated. In fact, the road is to be built across Marion tp., this fall, it is said, and cars operated. The subsidy voted in Marion tp., some |40,000, Dec. 20, 1910, lapses if he does not make good within two years, and the bluff that he put up once before out by the Hoover < pgh, on the Range Line road, was was evidently for the purpose of inducing people to buy stock and hold this subsidy. The present “activity” is no doubt for the same purpose, or to secure more right-of-way and be able to block any other company from coming through here and building a REAL railroad. There is a likelihood that an electric road will be built through Rensselaer one of these days and as Purtelle has a franchise through the main street of Rensselaer and the right-of-way in front of St. Joseph’s college, on the real logical route for a road, and by holding thia long enough he perhaps can either force the REAL railroad

people to buy him out or knock us out of the road. Under the terms of the franchise granted Purtelle Nov. 22, 1909, he must have cars in operation in Rensselaer within three years from that date or the franchise is forfeited. The three years will be up on the 22'Ed of Nov. 1912, and it is a safe bet that no cars ■will be running through our streets by that time, by Purtelle or anyone else. But we’ll soon see what Gene s present scheme is. In th meantime, keep your hand on your pocketbook and be very cautious about signing up ary right-of-way papers.

MOTHER CHARGES ABDUCTION.

Medaryville Youth Under Arrest And Girl Goes Home. Frankfort Ind„ Sept. 12.—0 n a charge of abduction preferred by Mrs. Many J. Lowe, mother of Gailie Lowe, 16 years old of Medaryville. Fred Wagner, 19 years old, and the girl were taken into custody in this city this evening. When arrested they denied they were going to get married and stated that they had planned to separate in this city for their 'homes. The Lowe girl was returned to her home in Medaryville, Wagner is being held in this city pending an investigation.

FARM FOR SALE AT AUCTION

Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 1 O’clock, the M. I. Adams Farm Near Rensselaer, Indiana. The undersigned will offer at public sale to the highest bidder, his farm of 160 acres, 3 miles south and % mile east of Rensselaer; 100 acres in cultivation, 60 acres in pasture; 8 room two stony house, basement and cistern; also milk house, windmill and pasture well; barn and grainary 60x42 feet; new vitrified brick silo just finished; double corn crib, machine shed, cement hog-feed-ing floor, fine orchard and small fruit; 100 acres well tiled, 80 acres with hog tight fence; ten acres white oak post timber. The improvements on this place have been made for my own personal use and have been made good. Terms.—One thousand dollars on day of sale; % cash (including the SI,OOO paid) on Jan. 1, 1913; balance in three yearly equal payments on January 1 of each year. 5% per cent, interest. A discount of 2 per cent, for all cash paid Jan. 1, 1913, over and above the half of the purchase price due at that time. Possession to be given Jan. 1, 1913. The auctioneer, Fred- Phillips, will convey free of charge at any time and furnish any information desired before the date of sale, any persons interested in said farm. MARION I. ADAMS. Fred Phillips. Auctioneer.

Look Out For The Lion!

He will appear at the Ellis theater on Thursday, Sept. 19, when the “Wizard of Wiseland” holds the stage. This is the newest thing in the musical-comedy-extravaganza line’ it is great. The music is great, the comedians .are greater and the fun is greatest. The jokes are new and rich and the singing is as good as you ever heard. Scenery O. K. Dialogue and lyrics all right, and the story—yes, it has a stofy, an absorbingly interesting story well worked out, though it is as fanciful as a Grim Fairy Tale. If you want to (have two and a half hours of solid enjoyment, don’t miss the “Wizard of Wiseland.”

Verdict of Accidental Death Likely to Be Rendered.

Coroner Wright has changed his mind considerably about the tragic death of George Newman, who died from a revolver dhot early Sunday morning, and his verdict will be accidental death. First indications, he thought, pointed unmistakably to suicide, but there was no known motive nor nothing in his actions the night of the shooting to bear out this theory except his unusual precaution, to close the door to his room tightly, pull the windows and shades down. He had bought a new pair of overalls that, night and had hared a jig to drive out in the country next day. Relatives and friends assert that he was in the habit of “fooling” with the revolver a great deal, and it may have been that it was accidently discharged while he was handling it. At any rate, unless some other evidence to the contrary is found, the coroner will giv* the dead man the benefit of the doubt and render a verdict of accidental iath.

THE TWICE-A-WEEK

RENSSELAER, JASPER COUNTY, INDIANA. SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 1912

The next Congressman from the Tenth Indiana District.

LON HEALY’S NEW SONG.

‘lt \\ as Only a Golden Leaf that Fell,” l s Name of New Song Likely to Prove Popular. Lonzo Healy, who has already ga.ned quite a little note as a composer of popular songs, has just completed the writing of a new waltz song, which appears destined to prove more popular than any he has composed heretofore. The title of the new song is ;, It Was Only a Golden Leaf That Fell,” and the chorus runs thus: It was only a golden leaf that fell | One Indian Summer day. It fell to the earth so cold and bare,! To fade and die away. For the love of the sunbeam cold had grown. The southern breeze fore'er had flown, And there was the golden leaf that fell To fade and die away. Mr. Healy was ‘u Chicago this week and made arrangements wltn A. H. Goetting of Chicago. New York, Springfield, Mass., and Ontario, Canada, to handle the song and supply the trade. Both the words and music were written by Mr. Heahy and the song will be published by the H. S. Talbot Co., or Chicago. Lon’s many friends hope that the new song will prove very profitable to him.

Gypsies Were Bought Off.

Simon Fendig came down from Wheatfield Wednesday to be with his aged mother on the Jewish New Year, which began Wednesday at 6 p. m., and ended Thursday at 6 p. m. Regarding the failure of the Gypsy wedding attraction at Wheatfield Sunday, Mr. Fendig says that Jhe people of Wheatfield were as much disappointed as those who came from a distance. The Gypsies had made all arrangements to' hold the celebration as reported but left befdre the time set. Rumor has it that they were offered SIOO to pull off the event at Burrows’ Camp, got SSO in advance and pulled out and left Burrows in the lurch also.

Notice To Tax Payers. The Iroquois ditch special assessment has been placed upon the tax duplicate to be paid with the fall or second installment. Those that paid in full for the year will please call and pay this special assessment. Respectfully, ALSON A. FELL, Treasurer of Jasper County. Presbyterian Church. The subject of the sermon for next Sabbath morning is “The One Thing Needful,” and in the evening the pastor will speak on “Self-deception.” Everyone invited to both services. Buy your box stationery and envelopes at The Democrat office.

HON. JOHN B. PETERSON.

Circuit Court Proceedings.

John- Mitchel], et al. ditch; assessments confirmed, ditch established .and W. F, Osborne appointed superintendent. George A. Williams allowed $69.54 attorney fees. Francis W. Powers, et al. ditch; proof of service and notice and time ■given to file remonstrances. Charles Schatzley, et al. ditch; plea in abatement filed by A. Grube. No. 7456. E|la Kight vs. William Kight; case dismissed at plaintiff’s cost. No. 7728. Medaryville Auto. Co. vs. George S. Johnson, et al.; commissioner files report of sale, appointment filed, notice filed. No. 7761. Charles G- Spitler and Frank Foltz ve. John Finn, et al; set for trial on 4th Monday. No. 7828. Medaryville State Bank vs. Fred Wiil; set for 3rd Tuesday. No. 7832. Trust & Savings Bank, Adm., vs. Lewis J. Lane, et al; set for 3rd Tuesday. ,- - < No. 7840. Charles .G. Spitler and Frank Foltz vs. Seth B. Moffitt, et al; set for 4th Thursday. No. 7846. N. Y. Belting and Packing Co., vs. C. J. Gibbert, et al; dismissed, costs paid. No. 7856. Lendert Mak vs. Clifford Dutton; set for trial September 25. No. 7857. Central Rubber & Supply Co., vs., U. S. Match Co.; set for 3rd Wednesday. No. 7858. Matter of petition for change of name of Mary Edna Michaels; prayer granted and name changed to Mary Edna Pierce. No. 7867. »L. H. Recker vs. C. B. Wells; cause dismissed and costs paid. No. 7869. Aetna Life Ins. Co., vs. William A. Gray, et al; judgment in foreclosure for $5,442.42. No. 7871. I. M. Washburn vs. E. V. Ransford, Adm.; set for 3rd Wednesday. 1 No. 7872. Central Electric Co. vs. Ray Delmar; set for 3rd Tuesday. No. 7874. Gegore ftcKime vs. John D. Miller, et al; set for 3rd Tuesday. No. 7875. Mary J. Powell, et al. vs. Charles Simpson; dismissed and costs paid.

No. 7881. James F. Swain vs. William Harris, et al; judgment quieting title. No. 7882. State, ex rel. John C. Frazee, et al. vs. John Hack, et al; set for 3rd Friday, 9 a. m. No. 7885. James N. Leatherman vs. John. Binder, et al; judgment quieting title. No. 7889. James W. . Toyne vs. Charles A. Boody, et al; judgment quieting title. No. 7891. Almira M. Stockton, et al. vs. W. Frank Osborne, county’ surveyor; change of . venue granted I from court and names of James Wason, George A. Williams and M.j Leopold suggested. No. 7892. S. Herbert Moore vs. Willis-Overland Co., et al; set for 4th Monday. j No. 7893. Henry D. Vance vs. Jeremiah Dugan, et al; set for trial 4th Wednesday. Motion of defend-

BEVERIDGE TO SPEAK IN RENSSELAER.

Ex-senator Albert J, Beveridge "ill address the people of Jasper county on the political issues of the day. from a Progressive standpoint, on Wednesday, Sept. 18. at 1:30 p. ni. Come out and hear this eloquent exi>onent of the people’s cause. Committee.

ant to take examination of plaintiff I Vance on September 14 at the court house in Rensselaer in office of C. R. McFarland, between 9 and 11 a. m., and that plaintiff be required to produce abstract of title to Logansport real estate and deed mentioned in complaint, is granted. No. 7895. A. A. Puckert vs. William Joyse; dismissed at plaintiff’s cost. “ i No. 7897. W. Leßoy Meyer vs. ; Paul Samuelson, et al; "set for Ist Saturday. No. 7902. Mary M. Chappell vs. P. C. C. & St. L. Ry. Co.; set for 4th Tuesday, No. 7904. Greenip I. Thomas vs. Alfred Collins; set for 4th Wednesday. No. 7906. John Gaffey vs. Clifford Wells; set for 4t'h Thursday. No. 7912. State, ex rel, Ella Mildred Peek, vs. Earl Wiseman; set for 3rd Thursday. - No. 1468. State vs. William P. Michaels; set for the 3rd Monday, 1 p. n..

Will Build a Home in Rensselaer.

Rev. and Mrs. C. W. Postil of Attica were here Tuesday ard with A. C. Pancoast purchased of Henry Grow the six lots lying north of Mr. Grow’s residence, north of the railroad, paying $1,275 for same. The lots are 75x180. Rev. Postil expects to bu.'J a modern residence on his lots next ytar and make his home in Rensselaer. Mr. Pancoast will likely build another season also. Both have farms in Newton tp., this county.

Street Fair at Francesville.

Francesville is expecting to have a big time at their street Fair, which a big time at thplr Street Rair, which will be hekfTßext week, Sept. 17, 18, 19, 20. There will be eight free acts daily, which will consist of a balloon ascension and parachute leap, lady acrobats, spiral tower and rolling globe act, besides the high dive act in which Prof. Dale will dive from the top of a ninety foot ladder into a net below. There will be band con- ! certs day and night and plenty of good vaudeville shows, also a merry-go-round and circle wave to delight the pleasure-seeking crowds. A principal feature will be the agricultural and poultry exhibits, for which liberal premiums are being offered.

The Flood at New Salisbury, Ohio.

New Salisbury, (X, Sept. 10. i Thinking perhaps some of the readers of The Democrat would like to hear from us, will write a few lines for publication. We are always glad to get the paper to hear from home folks, and if if anyone wants to send a friend a* present, I don’t know of anything they could send that would be more appreciated than their county pape-, and we thank Mrs. Joe Yeoman and her daughter, Mattie, for sending us The Democrat. v We are well, but I want to tell you that the experience I had in the flood of September 2, at about 1 1 o’clock that night, was something* not very enjoyable. A neighbor awakened me and told me if I had i anything that would get wet I had! better get It up, as there was water, two feet deep in their house and that high water was coming. J Immediately went down stairs and began raising things Off the floor but before I could finish the water' was about two feet deep. Had it not been for the ten flats that were just l in the rear of the house everyone says that every bouse, in the row would have gone. The bouses had brick foundations of about tihree feet, so you see the water was about five feet deep. Everything was swept along, lumber, hogs, horses, and cat-* tie. George was about fifty miles away at work, but I didn’t have 1 time to become frightened until I; went back up stairs. Mr. Clark’s aunt is staying with me, but she is: seventy-five years old and of course' could do nothing, but she was com--1 any ior me. * .1 I hope never again to be in a 1 flood. We did not get any mail for! five days, and lots of families are left destitute. The storm being at night made it seem so much worse than it would had it been in daylight so we could have seen. One never knows what they have to go through with until they go through a flood. MRS. DORA CLARK.

COURT HOUSE NEWS IN BRIEF

Interesting Paragraphs from the Various Departments *■" •" ■ * OF JASPER COUNTY CAPITOL ■■ i; ■ : The Legal News Epitomized—Together with Other Notes Gathered from the Several Count/ Offices. f

New suits filed: No. 7917. A. C. Pancoast vs. John m. Sauser, adm.; action on account. —-o Application has been made by the | plaintiff in the case of Stockton vs. I La.no, et al. to advance same in the .Appellate court. - Newton county republicans will hold their primaries today to select delegates to their county convention to be held at Kentland Monday, September 16. Miss Eva Moore, deputy /clerk, completed a few days ago the writing up of the record in the Borntrager ditch hearing, which made 157 pages of typewritten record. —o— Since having been set down for trial the case of the state vs. Michaels, from Jordan tp., has been sent to Newton county on change of venue asked for by the defendant. —o— The adjustors of the two insurance companies ini which the Parr Creamery was Insured, were here this week in consultation with the directors of the company and it is understood that an agreement has been reached by which settlement of the loss will be made and the suits now pending against the companies in the circuit court will be dismissed.

Sam Richardson, who lives with his family just at the north side of town, was arrested by Sheriff Hoover on a warrant issued at Danville, I®<d., and charging him with having sold eight acres of corn that did not belong Io him. The sheriff of Hendricks county was expected to come yesterday afternoon for Richardson, who formerly resided in that county. The Newton county Progressives at their convention held at Kentland Wednesday nominated the following county ticket: Auditor, Roy M. Sheppard, of Goodland; treasurer, W. W. Miller of Mt. Ayr; Sheriff, Charles M. Martin- of Morocco; Assessor, Sherman White of Kentland; Coronor, Dr. E. E. Collier of Brook; Surveyor, Charles H. Hall; commissioners, W. W. Remsburg, and Wm. Cohen.

Pulaski County Democrat: After considerable delay the boom for the big dredge that is to dig the lower end of the Monon reached Francesville the latter part of last week. The boom is eighty feet long, and is said to weigh about twelve tons. When the boom has been put in place and a few minor parts adjusted the dredge will be ready for work as the boat -has been built and most of the machinery installed for some little time.

—v—Eddie Karnatz, the tailor convicted of tpylng to ? blackmail B. Forsythe and sentenced by Judge Hanley Monday to serve from one to ’ five years in the reformatory, was taken to Jeffersonville by Sheriff Hoover Wednesday. He kept a pretty stiff upper lip here and told the boys who bid him good-bye at the depot that everybody seemed to be worrying more about it than he' was. He was about readiy to break down, however, when he came to enter the prison walls. Considering his offense he certainly got off easy, ard will get out, of course, if he behaves himself, at the end of the minumum sentence, one year. He Is an inveterate cigarette smoker, and if the prison sentence breaks him of that habit It will have done one good thing. No doubt the gambling propemaity is too deeply imbeded to be cured by one year’s absence from the poker table.

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