Jasper County Democrat, Volume 17, Number 35, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 5 August 1914 — Page 2

IKJM JOIIELOMII f. L BIBCOCK, EDITOR ill) PIIBUM. OFFICIAL DEMOCRATIC PAPER OF JASPER COUNTY. Long Distance Telephones Office 315 Residence 311 Advertising rates made known on application. Entered as Second-Class Mali Matter June 8, 1908, at the postoffice at Rensselaer, Indiana, under the Act of March 8. 1879. Published Wednesday and Saturday. Wednesday Issue 4 pages; Saturday Issue 8 pages. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 5, 1914

Sit Tight! Don't Rock the Boat!

The worst that could have been expected has happened in the European war situation, apparently, and a state o' war already exists in France, Germany and Russia, as a result of the Austria-Hungary Servian trouble, the two latter countries having started the ball to rolling last week with actual bloodshed. England, Italy and perhaps Japan, is likely to be drawn into this war 1 , which promises to be the greatest the worl 1 has ever seen, engaged in killing each other at the with upwards of 20,000,000 soldiers very begininng. . , The very thoughts of what a conflict of this kind means is simply apalling, and when the smoke of battle finally lifts the entire map of Europe may be changed. That in this supposed to be enlightened age, such civilized nations as these, who are civilized nations as these, who are already engaged or soon will be, in this great conflict, over really trivial matters, seems almost incredible. That the conflict may soon end, is the fervent wish of all right thinking people, and in the meantime the following editorial from Monday’s issue of the' Chicago Herald, is most t i mely: Sit tight! Don't rock the boat! That’s the watchword today. That’s the first duty of every American at this moment. That's what this country needs to keep it straight and safe and true to its course—absolutely all it needs. Business conditions are sound. We have one of the greatest grain crops in history. Its value has already greatly advanced. We have; a sound financial system, backed by the greatest store of gold in the world. Our banks are solid, safe. There is nothing the matter with the Cnited States War will mean an unprecedented demand for supplies. Experts declare American business will feel a great impetus. While other nations destroy, this country will produce. While other nations are armed •camps, this country will be a farm, a factory, a forge. Trade extension is predicted in all directions. The immediate future is plain. The national administration is acting promptly. The sum or 5500,"OQ,000 is available, under the Aldrich-Vreeland act. for an emergency. The organization of the reserve board will soon be complete. ’This will enable us to deal more effectively with the outflow of gold. Plans are perfecting to permit American registry of foreign vessels. This will protect and develop bur commerce. We are preparing to maintain strict neutrality. Questions may arise with foreign nations as to what constitutes contraband. Such questions cannot conceivably involve us in difficulties. They will be settled by the ordinary processes. The general principles of neutrality an.i neutral commerce are plain. The United States will adhere rigorously to them. Friendly intercourse, as far as circumsrances permit, will be its' rule and its procedure. Stock exchanges have closed—-a wise precaution. This country cannot be the dumping ground of the whole body of securities that war-mad Europe is anxious to convert into money. TTie~-c4oging"is temporary. Elsewhere there is no prospect of interference with the orderly processes of American business. Stable conditions are here; 'All we have to do is to keep them stable. The administration has decided to appeal officially to the public to help maintain existing satisfactory conditions. The public cannot fail to respond. The only danger is one which it may create itself. Its course j s simple. All it has to do is to sit tight, to do nothing to disrupt the fortun ate condition in which this country happily finds itself.

Don’t rock the boat—that's the central idea! The’ swell from the great battleship,, “Europe." will be felt. But it will not hurt us Te need not even break over the sides.' There’s nothing the matter with the boat that we are in.. Straight and strong, well-seamed, well-caulked, -well-tim-bered, with seasonable guidance it will bear us safely and prosperously through. Sit tight"! Don't rock the boat! Keep its head well up against the sfea! Don't let it get into the trough of the waves! Let every man realize that at this moment calm confidence and calm thankfulness are the first duty. They are absolutely justified by the favorable situation in, which we find ourselves. They are the certain guarantee of a continuance of those conditions.

Oils and Tires. Oils for farm machinery, motorcycles, bicycles, sewing machines: gasoline and batteries; tires for Li cvcles and motorcycles; also baby cab wheels re-tired, at the bicyvle shop, on corner east of Republican until about the 15th of the month, office.—JAMES CLARK. ts An armload of old papers for a nickel at The Democrat office.

BRITAIN SENDS WAR ULTIMATUM TO GERMAN RULER

Demands Removal of Troops From Luxembourg. MOBILIZES ARMY AND NAVY Participation by Whole British Fleet Is Guaranteed If the Kaiser’s Ships Enter English Channel to Attack French Flotilla. London, Aug. 4. —It is rumored that Viacount Morley of Blackburn, lord president of the council, contemplates resigning from the cabinet. John Burns has resigned London, Aug. 4. —According to private and unofficial sources in the house of commons it is learned that the British government has presented an ultimatum to Germany demanding the instant Withdrawal of German troops from the Luxembourg territory. It is generally believed among members of parliament that Great Britain will declare war before 24 hours have passed. It is understood that the ultimatum came to an end at seven o’clock last night without a favorable reply from Germany. Britain Mobilizes Forces. London, Aug. 4. —It has been officially announced by the admiralty that the mobilization of the British navy is now complete and that the navy is on a full war footing. King George signed a decree ordering the mobilization of all British forces. The forces ordered mobilized include the reserves and territories, or soldiers of Canada and other sections of the empire. London, Aug. 4. —The house of commons adjourned its protracted session at ten o'clock last night. Contrary to general expectations Premier Asquith did not address the session. England to Aid Belgium. London, Aug 4. —Great Britain has shown her hand—she stands firmly by France. Sir Edward Grey has formally notified the French government. The great, overshadowing events of the world-drama which have been staged in this city are these: Germany demanded that Belgium grant within 12 hours, permission to pass German troops through Belgium, threatening war if refused. Belgium sent a passionate appeal to England to help her preserve her integrity, Which England had guaraneted by treaty. On the strength of England’s reply, Belgium bluntly refused the request of Germany. Germany has approached England directly, and asked if England would Consent to German invasion of Belgium on the agreement that, at the close of the war, Belgium should be assured of her independence and damages. England curtly replied that she had guaranteed Belgian integrity and that England cannot barter either her interests nor her obligations. Pledges Aid to France.

From Fratice came an appeal, asking to know at once whether England will stand by her against Germany, and Sir Edward Grey, the British foreign secretary, replied that if a German fleet comes into the North sea or the English channel to undertake hostile operations against the French fleet or the French coast England will give all the protection in her power. Immediately on announcement of this policy King George signed an order for the complete mobilization of the entire British army . Belgian Neutrality the Issue. Sir Edward said he understood that the German parliament would be prepared "if we can pledge neutrality” to agree that its [.fleet would not attack the northern coast of France. He declared that this was a far too narrow promise. "The consideration which is becoming more serious every hour," he said, "is Belgium's neutrality.” Belgium to Repel Invaders. London, Aug. 4. —Sir Edward Grey in a second statement in the house of commons after the conference of ministers in regard to the German ultimatum to Belgium said: "The British government is taking Into grave consideration the Information received, and I will make no further comment.”

GREAT STRIKE IS AVERTED

Railroad Managers After Conference With President Accepts 1 Federal Beard’s Mediation Plan. Washington, Aug. 4.—After a conference with President Wilson, the railroad managers announced that they had accepted the plan of mediation as laid down by the board of mediation and conciliation tn Chicago last week. The threatened strike is averted. The railroad men were in conference with the president for less than ten minutes.

German Ambassador Leaves Paris.

Paris, Aug. 4.—The German ambassador, Baron von Schoen, has left Paris. The American consul took possession of the German embassy, whl<?h will, be under the protectioa of the United States.

GERMAN" SHIPS ROUT ENEMY IN SEA BATTLE

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army mobilized. It was stated that the mobilization was a precautionary measure An Attack on Paris Frustrated. Paris, Aug. 4. —The first attempted aerial attack on Paris was frustrated when four German military aeroplanes mossed the frontier, flying In the dire* tion of this capital, aid were driven back by the Rheims air squadron. The Rheims telegram says that wireless messages fully confirm reports of tbe aerial sortie. Belgium Defies Kaiser. Brussels, Aug. 4, —The Belglaa government has formally notified France that under existing circumstances she believes she needs to make no appeal to the powers guaranteeing her neutrality. Germany invaded Belgium and King Albert left for the front to take command of the Belgian troops which will oppose the advance of th 6 German forces. i The king will return and preside at a special session of parliament at which he will make an important announcement. It is believed here the announcement will be the formal declaration of war against Germany. Sought to Invade Belgium. The kaiser’s demand that Belgium permit the passage through her territory of the German troops met flat defiance at the hands of King Albert. Germany has notified Belgium that she would treat her as an enemy unless the Belgians consented to maintain an attitude of friendly neutrality and demanded an answer to the ultimatum within tw-elve hours. Belgium replied that any attack upon her neutrality would be a flagrant violation of the rights of nations and that she was prepared to resist aggression by every rneaijs in her power. Germans Cross Border. As soon as this pronunciamento reached the German lines the invasion of c Belgium by the kaiser’s forces began. It is reported they have seized the Belgian town of Arion and entered the village of Saurce half a mile from the border, where they have established military headquarters an<f requisitioned all horses for military purposes. The newspaper Etoile Beige reports the German tFoops also have reached Vise, on the River Meuse, only 12 miles northeast of Liege, Belgium.

Martial law has been proclaimed throughout the kingdom and all business is suspended. All wire communication between Belgium, and Germany has been severed. Ihe most striking feature of the German ultimatum was that Belgium should place at the. disposition of the German army the forts of Namur. Following Belgium's refusal to accept this ultimatum, another German note, couched in more forceful language, was handed to the Belgium ambassador. Negotiations in consideration of the latter note are now proceeding. Invasion of France Means War. Paris, Aug. 4.—The invasion of French territory by German troops is regarded in official circles here as making war between the two countries start automatically without a formal declaration. Land and Sea Forces Clash. Berlin. Aug. 4. —The war between Germany and Russia was opened by both the land and sea forces of the kaiser. In return, Russian troops invaded Germany, but little fighting has taken place on German soil. The first invasion of Russia began when the first battalion of the One Hundred and Fifty-fifth infantry, with a machine gun company, occupied Kalisz in Russian Poland, after having made a rapid advance from OstroWo, Prussian Poland. A sharp skirmish took place when the Germans encountered the Russian frontier' guards. Following Germany’s initial movement upon the czar’s soil came reports of other skirmishes. Battle Looked For. Skirmishes on the border have been reported, but it is not thought the casualties were heavy, as the fighting was between small detachments of the border guard of Germany and the Cossacks. A battle is expected when the Rus sian troops reach Kalisz. ( The general direction from which reports of fighting come indicates that the first great battle of the struggle between Germany and Russia will be fought Tn northwestern Prussia.

Two Naval Battles. While her army was busy encroaching upon Russian territory and fighting back the invading army of the czar, Germany’s navy began the naval conflict by bombarding the harbor at Libau, on the 1 Baltic. The cruiser Augsbutg sent the following report to Berlin by wireless: “Am bombarding naval harbor at Libau and am engaged with the enemy’s cruiser. The naval port of Libau is in flames.” The army of the czar is also reported here to have invaded Austria and to be moving against Lemberg, a city of considerable importance. Count von Pourtales, German ambassador to Russia, left St. Petersburg with his staff and members of the Bavarian legation for Berlin. Czar Addresses Army. St. Petersburg, Aug. 4.—Grand Duke Nicholas Nicholaievitch has been appointed commander-in-chief of the Rus-

$250,000 IS VOTED BY BOTH HOUSES TO AID AMERICANS

Wilson Says U. S. Will Help * Rest of World. READY FOR AN EMERGENCY : Currency Law Amended to Facilitate Issue of New Money by National Banks—Naval Vessels to Carry Freight to Europe. Washington, Aug. 4.—The United States Is preparing for every emergency caused by the European war. President Wilson told his callers There is no cause for excitement, he added “We must act together as Americans, and see that America does not suffer,” he stated. He said that the war need not affect the United States in the long run. The present condition of the United States is sound and she owes it to the world to keep her self-possession, continued the president. He would take pride in whatever calmness of thought and steadiness of purpose the nation shewed in the present crisis. “Don’t Add to Excitement.” Presdient Wilson spoke as follows concerning the war situation at his conference with the nswspaper men: ■'Gentlemen, before you., question me, I want to say this: I believe it is really unnecessary, but I always want to tell you what is in my mind. It is extremely necessary, it is manifestly necessary in the present state of affairs on the other side of the waters, that you should be extremely careful not to add to the excitement in any way. : “Europe is in a highly excited state of mind, bht the excitement ought not to spread to this country. So far as we are concerned, there is no cause for excitement. “I want to have the pride of stating that America, If nobody else, has her self-possession and stands ready with calmness of thought and steadiness of purpose to help the rest of the world. And we can do it and reap great permanent glory out of doing it. providing we all co-operate to see that nobody loses his head.” House Passes Two Bills.

In addition to the bill authorizing the appropriation of $250,000 for the relief of Americans traveling in Europe, which was adopted by both departments of congress, the house passed these emergency measures: Amendment to currency law to facilitate issue of new currency by national banks. Administration measure removing restrictions on registering of foreign vessels under American flag; provision that vessel must be owned in this country is retained, but will be amended so that ships chartered by Americans may be registered. The senate meanwhile passed the Weeks measure permitting naval vessels to carry freight, mail and passengers—a service hitherto confined to South American ports. The senate also adopted the GalHnger resolution regretting the European war. The currency measure was passed by the senate Friday. The house and senate both amended it and it was sent to conference.

BANKS ON CERTIFICATE BASIS

Clearing House Meeting Takes Drastic Measure to Protect Gold Supply— War Crisis Is the Cause. New York, Aug. 4.—The clearing house at a meeting decided to issue clearing house certificates to meet the currency situation brought about by the European war crisis. The decision to issue certificates was reached after a general discussion of the foreign situation and its bearing on business conditions here. It was the unanimous opinion that in view of the foreign situation every means should be adopted to protect the country’s gold supply. It was voted, therefore, that for the present and until further notice the association place itself upon a certificate basis. An additional resolution was adopted making available in payment of balarices all forms of currency issuted on authority of the national government. This indicates the desire by the bankers to use freely the currency issued by the National Currency association and to the fullest extent for the requirements of their correspondents and the needs of interior exchange.

sian army, dissipating reports that the czar would take command in person. A crowd of 100,000 persons gathered at the winter palace to attend'the special prayer service palled by Czar Nicholas. “Won’t Make Peace Offer.” The emperor addressed the representatives of the army and navy in a brief speech expressing the calm dignity with which Russia had received the declaration of war and the confidence of the nation that the war would be carried to the desired end. The czar said; “I hereby declare solemnly that I will not make peace while a single soldier of the enemy remains on Russian soil.” • His majesty concluded with words of encouragement to the army and by invoking a blessing on their efforts.

Piano Announcement. I wish to state that I am the exclusive local dealer for the famous Tonk and Strohber pianos. I cordially invite you to call at my residence on Front and Harrison streets and inspect these beautiful instruments. I buy and sell these pianos outright and am tn a position to quote the lowest possible prices. No trouble to show.—OTTO BRAUN, Exclusive Dealer. See this Tonk record—eleven gold medals. Bum Line to Remington Now in Operation. The buss line between Rensselaer and Remington has been resumed and buss will leave Rensselaer each day from the lortb side of the public squaro at 7:4*5 a. m.. and 4:OC p. m. Will leave Remington returning. from Panhandle depot at 9:30 a. m„ and 5:23 p. ni. Fare 75 cents each way.—C. L. MORRELL. Prop Phone 206. Main Garage Vulcanizing and Tire Repairing. Tom Bissenden is now located in the Rensselaer garage with a full equipment for vulcanizing, repairing automobile tires. Take your work to him and get satisfactory results at reasonable prices ts Concrete Cement Work a Specialty. Sidewalks, cisterns, water tanks and all kinds of cement work done. All work g-uaranteed.—J. J. MILLER, phone 458.

[Under this head notices will be published for 1-cent-a-word for the flrat insertion, 1-2-cent-per-word for each additional insertion. To save book-keeping cash should be sent with notice. No notice accepted for less than twenty-flvo cents, but short notices coming within the above rate, will be published two or more times—as the case may be —for 26 cents. Where replies are sent In The Democrat’s care, postage will be charged for forwarding such replies to the advertiser.] FOR SALE For Sale—Maxwell special touring car in good condition. Will sell on time.—G. F. MEYERS. For Sale —New 6-room up-to-date house and 12 acres of ground mile east of Parr. Enquire at Democrat office for name of owner. a-3 For Sale—Hard wood lumber of all kinds, sawed to order.—RANDOLPH WRIGHT, Rensselaer, Ind., or phone Mt. Ayr 54-C. ts For Sale—lndian motorcycle, nearly good as new, run but very little, at a bargain.—F. M. MARKIN, Pleasant Grove, Ind. For Sale or Trade—Bo acres level, lliack corn land, well located; price $55 per acre, or will trade for live stock.—HARVEY DAVISSON, Rens selaer, Ind. For Sale—l Radiant Estate base burner, 1 Maleable range, both in good conuition; also one family mare, fine traveler.—MßS . .<A Rensselaer, Ind. Ileal Estate for Sale —300 acres, 1 % miles northwest of Wheatfield, Ind., level, black sandy loam, 160 acres in cultivation, on stone road. For particulars write to me at Rensselaer. Ind.—P. R. BLUE, Trustee. For Sale—6 acres of land with good 8-room house, 3-room basement, electric lights and city water, ipside corporation of Rensselaer. A bargain.—HAßVEY DAVISSON, phone 499.

For Sale—l6o acres, where I reside, six miles northwest of Remington. This if a fairly good farm. Price $15,000; $6,000 down, balance 10 years, 5 % per cent interest. For particulars see me at inv place.— EARL R. WINGARD, Remington, Ind. For Sale or Trade—My Percheron stallion, oetter known as the King Davis gray horse, with a widespread reputation as a breeder and a good individual; will trade him for other stock; guaranteed all right and registered under the new law; works double or single.—ROßEßT MICHAL, Kniman, Ind. For Sale—Bo acres nice level black land, no buildings, but well fenced; 40 acres in oats, 15 acres hay, balance pasture, very little timber. Will exchange for good residence property in Rensselaer.— HARVEY DAVISSON, phone, 499. For Sale—Model T Regal Underslung touring car, all in splendid condition with practically new tires all around and two extra casings, four extra tubes, tools, etc.; is equipped with electric horn, electric tail lamp, prestolite head lamps, mohair top, robe rail. This car is in fine condition and will be sold at a bargain. Will demonstrate. Want to purchase later car of same make is only reason for selling.—F E BABCOCK. ’ ’ For Sale—Farms of different sizes in this and adjoining counties, and some for exchange. Also city and town property for sale and exchange. List your property with me and i will promise a square deal. Choice alfalfa, wheat, corn and pasture lands for sale from $25 and up.

Do You Want Lightning Protection? I can furnish you with lightning protection and give an Insurance to that effect. I handle but the best lightning conductors and put them up in a scientific manner, if interested call and se* me or phone 568.—FRANK A. BICKNELL, Rensselaer, Ind. tfs

SPORT BRIEFS

In Sunday's baseball game here between the Athletics and the Jake Sials team from Chicago, the former were victorious by a score of 5 to Virgie's strengthened team came to Fair Oaks and played the local team an interesting game Sunday. It was a good, clean game all the way through, an absence of “rag chewing” being a pleasurable feature. The game by innings: Fair Oaks . .0 0 0 0 0 3 3 2 X—B Virgie 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 Batteries, Fair Oaks, O. Brouhard and Wood; Virgie, Myers, Bowman and Davis. Struck out by Brouhard 12; by Myers 6 in six innings. Bowman 4 in two innings. Men hit, by Brouhard 2. By Myers two.

JOHN O'CONNOR, ex-sheriff Jaspgr county, Rensselaer, Ind. For Sale—l wish to dispose of some land in the vicinity of Chappell. Neb. The crops are good, as they also were last year, the year before, too. The local paper states that wheat is threshing out as high as 40 bu. per acre. Last year, the yield was as high as 4 4 bu. They raise both spring and winter wheat, good corn, oats, alfalfa and potatoes. I have 316 acres identically the same kind of land that produces these crops. A.bout 60 acres broken and hilly. The balance, the very best, absolutely smooth. Sell for $6,000, cash or easy terms with 6 per cent on deferred payments; practically all the same to me. If you ape looking for a safe investment, ± am offering it. Don:’t overlook it.—GEO. W. JONES. Remington, Ind. FOR RENT ———— - ■ ■ I u Farm for Rent—2oo acre farm, 140 acres in cultivation, balance in pasture. Well improved; grain rent. —KORAH DANIELS, Rensselaer, ind. t s LOST. ■ -- - ■ ■ Lost—A black and red pig with white spots, wt. about 50 lbs., right ear cropped, one ring in nose, had just been operated on.—J. w. BROWN, Rensselaer, phone 593-H. WANTED Wanted— To borrow $1,200 to sl,500. Farm land security, will pay 6% per cent Interest.—G. F. MEYERS. Wanted—A good active solicitor to canvass Jasper county, a dfeveral months’ job at which a good salary can be made. For name of party inquire at DEMOCRAT OFFICE. MISCELLANEOUS. Lost or Estrayed—4-year-old light steel gray mare, wt. about 1050; wire cut scar on foreleg.—ROY DONNELLY, Star Route, on the old Chris Schultz farm, 10 miles north ot Rensselaer. Phone 593-F. Estrayed—2 steers about 3 years old, strayed from Lawler Ranch, near Fair Oaks, Ind. Finder please phone any information to 542-G., Fair Oaks, Ind., Maurice Gorman ’ Foreman. Painting— I am still in the painting business; equipped for going to the country. See me about your painting.—c. m. BLUE. Money to Loan—Loans on farms and city property at current tales. Also a few choice small properties to ® asy month ly payments.— EMMET L. HOLLINGSWORTH, office in. First Nat’l bank bldg. s-6 Mutual Insurance—Fire and lightning. Also state cyclone. Inquire of M. I. Adams, phone 533-L. financial Farm Loans—Money to loan on farm property In any sums un to slo,ooo,— e. P, HONAN. Farm Loans—l am making farm loans at the lowest rates of Interest. Ten year loans without commission and without delay.—JOHN A. DUNLAP. I flnl thnl w,thout DCay ’ I nil Illi w,thout CommlsF on, UVI lUu I Without Charges for n Making or Recording Instruments. W. H. PARKINSON,