Jasper County Democrat, Volume 18, Number 72, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 December 1915 — Page 8

HAPPENING S IN OUR NEIGHBORING VILLAGES

WOLCOTT [From The Enterprise.] Mrs. D. J. Pettit' visited her mother, grandma Pittg, at Remington, Thursday. George W. Richardson of Pacific, JIo., is visiting his sister, Mrs. James Pemberton. t Mrs. James Blake spent Sunday at Monon, the guest of her sister, Mrs. A. L. Sanders. . Miss Elizabeth Barnett of Remington, was the guest of Mrs. James Pemberton Wednesday. Mrs. William Sullivan went to Remington Thursday to visit her daughter, Mrs. John Roberts. Mrs. John Bieseeker and son, Morris, spent from Saturday until Monday with relatives at lyentland. Mr. and Mrs. John Kercher, Sr., went to Elgin, 111., Thursday morning to visit Mrs. Kercher's si»<er, who is ill. Mrs. Arthur Hawn of Logansport, was the guest of her parents,. Mr. and Mrs. Mart Snick the first of the week... Mrs.... P. L. Mattox left Monday morning for Plymouth, Ind., where she will visit Mr. Mattox’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mattox. Judge Wason rendered his decision Wednesday morning in the divorce suit of Mary Winters vs. William A WSnters. granting Mrs. Winters a divorce and giving her .S4OO alimony. Mr. and Mrs. James Blake and Miss Kate Bidwoll, who have been spending the past three weeks sightseeing at the Panama exposition in California, returned home last week, Thursday. : "-y~ Mr. and Mrs. George Taber and family of Bluffton, were called to Remington last week by the death of Mr. Taber’s father. While here they visited with Mrs. Taber’s brother. E, R. Pugh, and family. Twenty-one friends gathered ai the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Sigman Wednesday evening to remind Mrs. Sigman of her birth. The evening was spent In music and games. After re fresh ments were served they departed wishing Mrs. Sigman many more happy birthdays.

Christmas Gifts for Men. Beautiful initial linen and silk handkerchiefs, 10c to 50c. Rich silk neckwear, 25c, 50c, 55c, 05c, 75c. Silk reefers, sl, $1.50. Dress shirts, sl, $1.50, $2, $2,50, packed in beautiful gift boxes. —lIAMILL CO. You should see the fine lines of neckwear, mufflers, handkerchiefs, combination sets, travelrrs’ sets pocket sets, scarf pin sets, tie sets, Phoenix hose and everything for useful Xmas gifts at Duvall’s Quality Shop.—-C. EARL DUVALL. Real Estate Transfers. Irene L Balcom to Charles A Balcom, Dec. 2, Its 2,3, ny 2 it 4, Remington, Coover & Goldiberry’s add, 12,200. Stephen J True et ux to Win J Swart, Nov. 13, Its 12, 13, hi 2, Demotte, McDonald’s add, $425. Cyalain F Brockus et baron to Francis E Noff, Nov. 23, und 1-5 Its 8,9, 10, bl 4, Fair Oaks, S3O. q. c. d. John White et ux to Sarah A Wells, Nov. 27, Its 15, 16, hi 6, Fair Oaks; SI,OOO. Martin L Hemphill to Sarah E Hopkins, Nov. 30, It 11, bl 22. Rensselaer Commercial Club plat, $2. ” 7 * ' (Boys’ mackinaws are useful gifts for Xmas and they will appreciate them very much. At Duvall’s Quality Shop.—C. EARL DUVALL. Obituary of Geoi-ge R. Fox. George 8., only child of Charles J. and Ann E. Fox, was born in Waterford, Conn , -NoV. 27, 1 862, and passed away at his late home southeast of Goodland, Nov. 28, 1915, aged 52 years and one day. In 18 64 he moved with the family to Plainfield, 111., and in 1871 the family moved to the farm southeast <r Goodland, where the deceased grew to manhood. On Jan. 10, 1 889, bo was married, to Miss Fanny E. Rockwood, who with their three children, Charles R., Edith 8., and Harold ( Dick ), with his aged parents are left to mourn his death. The out-of-town relatives who attended the funeral services were: Belle and John Rockwood, of Frankfort; Ray Rockwood and wife, of Boswell; Ben Rockwood, of Danville, Ind., and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McKeever and daughter of Gibson City; Ill.—Goodland Herald. Sale bills printed while you wait ar The Democrat office.

Top Prices Paid FOR POULTRY, EGGS. VEAL. HIDES AND PRODUCE BRING YOUR STUFF TO ME A. C. Warran Fancy Produce Market Parr, - - Indiana

Trelawney’s Sacrifice In Which It Is Shown That There Is No Friendship Like That Which Costs Another’s Honor

By CHARLES EDWARD RICH

One night more than a year ago I was called at a late hour by the surgeon to set down In legal form the last Avoi ds and wishes of a dying man. I immediately responded to the call and was met at the door by a beautiful woman. Weeping bitterly, she told me that I was too late; that my services could not avail, as her husband was dead. Of Course there was nothing to do but go away. 1 thought no more of the case until, two days afterward, I learned that the dead man was Arthur Trelawney and that be had shot himself. Arthur Trelawney had been a dear friend of mine. We were students together at Heidelberg. I at once hastened to the house to tender my services to his stricken widow. Again I was too late. The body had been removed to an undertaker’s, and the woman had gone without leaving any address. You can now understand my amazement Avhen about a mouth ago my office boy one morning handed me a

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card bearing the name “Arthur Ti*elawney.” Dumfounded, I gazed at the card as If It were a message from the dead. Then I noticed some small letters in the lower corner. They read, “Formerly Captain Paul Thornton, Her Majesty’s Ninth Volunteers.*’ The door swung open, and a big, bronzed, heavily bearded man strode Into the room. I gasped with astonishment as he advanced toward me, smiling, his hands dntstretched In warm greeting. Despite the changes made by time and beard, I knew him for Trelawney. Before he could utter the words that were on his tongue I cried out: “Trela w u ey—Trel a w ney, a live?” “Yes, very much alive,” lie answered as the wrung my hands. ' And then, after he had insisted on hearing a brief account of my doings from the time we lost touch with each other, he told me his strange story, and here it is: After I left Heidelberg Trelawney became much attached to a fellow student. also an Englishman, named Paul Thornton. Thornton was poor and boarded with Professor Max Braun, who had a daughter, Gretchen. Her father exacti ed a promise from her that she would j not marry while he lived. She remained heart free till she met Paul Thornton; then it was a case of love at sight with both. They became engaged, but I kept the engagement secret, j Trelawney, who was wealthy, in or- ! der to be near his friend went to board j with Professor Braun. lie, 100, fell I in love with Gretchen and proposed to j her. For a time she concealed the j avowal, then told Paul. Paul, pained | and shocked, kept the matter to liim- ; self till Trelawney told him of his I love for Gretchen, then announced to his friend that he ivas engaged him- | self to Gretchen and that she had told i him Trelawney had proposed to her ! too. “It would have been far better, Paul, 1 If you had told me before,” said Trelawney. i Thornton silently acquiesced, and Trelawney knocked the ashes out of his pipe, rose to his feet and held out his hand to Thornton, j “Paul,” he said, “let this make no difference in our friendship, but I must go away. I can get over it better aloste.” / The next day Trelawney left Heij delberg and the young couple announc- ■ ed their engagement to the professor, j He, to their surprise, consented to a ■ speedy marriage, and all lived happily i together till the professor’s death some | years later.

This break In their quiet life arribsed a ■park of slumbering ambition in Thornton, and as soon as practicable he took his wife to London. From the start ill fortune attended him. He was unable to find employment for which he was fitted, and his small income went only a short way in London. Matters grew worse and worse until they were compelled to take one room in a cheap lodging house. Oue night Thornton went borne staggering under a blow harder than any he had been called upon to bear. The little clerkship that they had depended on, even for their meager living, was to be taken from him in a month because of a reduction in the office force, and simultaneously he bad been called upon to bear arms in South Africa. His face was pale and haggard as he entered the little room, which was almost in darkness. As he hesitated on the threshold a hearty voice from the gloom cut him to the heart. “Hello, Paul, old man! I’ve tracked you at last. Thought you could shake me, didn't you?” It was Trelawney, and before Thorn* ton realized it he was sobbing like a child on his friend's shoulder. “Arthur, God bless you! I hoped you Avould never know how far down hill I have been sliding.” “That fool pride of yours, I know. Well, I meant to find you, and I have. Now, the only thing for a man to do who is sliding down hill is to dig his toes in deep and begin to climb back again.” “But I slipped pretty close to the bottom—today,” replied Thornton, and then he told Trelawney and his Avife of the untoward events of the day. Gretchen gave a sharp cry and buried her face in her hands. Trelawney turned to her quickly, his lips setting into a I hard line. He sat silent while the woman wept softly, and then, shaking himself as if aroused from a dream, he said; “Come, I see a way clearly out of this. We will lay it all over until tomorrow.” The next night Trelawney was in j high spirits Avhen he entered Thornton’s room. “Congratulate me, Paul aud Gretehen!” he cried. “I am going to South Africa.” Husband and Avife stared at Trelaw- ! ney In amazement, and finally Paul ! said; “Going to South Africa! Why, you * said nothing about this last night. You I surely had no such intention yesterday. j What is the meaning of this sudden impulse, for such it seems to be?” “Well, yes, it Is a sudden impulse, and as to its meaning you will learn that later ou.” “No. Be frank, TrelaAVDey; tell me j Its meaning now.” “Well, Paul, it simply means that ' you can remain with your wife.” “Trelawney, do you mean that you : have enlisted as my substitute and without my consent!’’ said Paul. “Substitute? No, Paul, it will never be said that Paul Thornton sent another to the front for him, for I know you | would not have it so.” “What is this enigma Y’ asked Paul. “Let me Introduce myself—Paul Thornton of Her Majesty’s Ninth volunteers. N<rw, listen to me, Paul. I am making no sacrifice. It all fits in perfectly with my plans for the fu- j ture.” “But I shall stop you. I shall go to the war office and”— “That will be useless. The war office will not be open until tomorrow, and by midnight 1 shall be out of London. Paul, nothing can be more to my liking. Pray do not try to block a plan which will give me more pleasure than perhaps I shall ever enjoy again in my life. I have no ties, no responsibilities. “Take now your own case: What would Gretchen do in a strange country without friends or means of support while you were away? Instead of that, it pleases me—and you must not try to rob me of this gratification—that Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Trelawney sail j within the week for America—in fact, j their passage is already booked on the j Luca ilia. The agent sent them the i tickets by me.” Trelawney took an envelope from his 1 pocket aud placed It on the table, continuing before Tbqrnton could inter- 1 nipt him; • ‘‘And Trelawneys solicitor has been | iustracted to send to him in America i only a portion of his income, and he ' | has obtained a letter of credit and the ■ necessary credentials.” I Trelawney placed another envelope j j ou the table. “Arthur, I say you shall not do this!” ' broke out Thornton. “Paul,” be said slowly, “surely you I will not deny me the great happiness ; I shall take in doing this thing for—for Gretchen?” They both looked into his eyls and saw the pleading, and they both knew j I that it was for the woman he loved ! that lie wished to make the sacrifice. They came to America. Avhere the new Trelawney sank under the influence of drink and morphine. Gretchen watched the change in him , i with fear. At -first her influence held j him somewhat in check, but at last | even his love for her Avas deadened by his excesses. He constantly feared exposure. as if he were guilty of some great crime. After the close of the war Trelawney remained in South Africa and only recently returned to London. where he startled his solicitor as much as he ! startled me. 11 t*is only then that he > learned of Thornton’s death under his ' name. He started at once for America. I His first purpose was to find the 1 widow. In time he discovered that she was working as a saleswoman in a dry goods store and had managed to support herself comfortably. As may be expected. Trelawney married her.

LB Jarrette’s Variety Stores Lgg. Our stores offer the greatest and best variety of holiday goods ever shown Come and see. By the time you read this announcement the last shipping case will be unpacked, and we will be ready for the early shoppers. We specialize on holiday goods suitable for everybody under 100 years. No matter how old or how young the girls and boys may bt we can supply the gifts that will make them glad on Christmas. We have play things, we have fancy goods, we have practical gifts. No matter what may be your idea of an appropriate gift you can find it at JARRETTE’S. You may be wondering what on earth to buy, you can find the answer to your question here. It will be a pleasure for us to show you this wonderful collection of Christmas presents, and a pleasure to you too. Less than 20 shopping days remain. Come as soon as you can. Remember the location—opposite the Picture Show at Monon, South side Washington Street at Rensselaer.

IN' BREAKABLE DOLLS Indestructible. Can be thrown on floor without breaking. Ideal for smaller children, at 25c, 49c, 98c “NEXT-TO-NATURE” I'XBREAKABLE BABY DOLLS These are growing in popularity each year—and rightfully so, because their likeness to real, live human babies. See our assortment. Some at each . . . 75c-$1.50 FINE DRESSED DOLLS Beautiful large dolte attractively dressed. Some have jointed wrists, real eyebrowe and lashes. Something extra good that will make any child glad. Some at 25c to sl. SAILOR BOY AND GIRL Yachting costume; three colors. Jointed bisque. Each ........ 10c DOLL HEADS Special high grade bisque heads. Real eyelashes and eyebrows. Very attractive, each. . . . .lOc Up STEEL EXPRESS WAGONS Good make, heavy steel sides. A good serviceable wagon, just the thing for the boy at. . . ,49t>51.50 BOYS’ VELOCIPEDES Adjustable heavy leather spring seat, extra heavy steel wheels A remarkable value, each $1.35-$2 STEEL WAGONS Extra well made and finished. A splendid value selling at.. ...lOc FOLDING GO-CARTS This lot is very carefully selected as to quality, finish and price. each ,49c Up WOOD WHEELBARROWS Solid wood wheel, natural color. Each 10c COLLAPSIBLE GO-CARTS. Latest model, best workmanship, auto hood, adjustable hack. Specially priced at 49c Up CHINA! CHINA! We carry the largest line of china within 40 moles of Rensselaer or Monon. Dinnerware and single pieces, handpainted china, and a large assortment of decorated ware to suit any purse. Special from now until Dec. 24, at Rensselaer, 25 per cent off on Artists' China in lots of SI.OO or more. SUGAR AND CREAM SETS Choice selection of prettily decorated sets. Firstclass china, At 35c CUPS AND SAUCERS Fine imported ware, decorated In especially attractive neat design. Each set 69c IMPORTED SALAD BOWLS A variety of patterns and sizes. A few extra good specials at. .25c Others at 50c to $1 ALUMINUM DOUBLE BOILER A very handy article in aluminum ware. They don’t last long at this price. Each $1.35 3-QT. PRESERVE KETTLE AND 1-QT. SAUCE PANS Heavy blue enameled, white inside, red cherry handle,-seamless. A big bargain. Each... 29c ALUMINUM SAUCE PANS 1-qt., lipped .deep, riveted long handle. Big value, sc-pial at. .lOc TOY TABLES Folds up and can be put away when not in use. At 25c, 50c, sl. TOY FURNITURE Chiffoniers, dressers, doll craddles and beds. Each. . . . 10c Up KITCHEN CABINETS Just like mother’s. Filled with minature packages of groceries and kitchen utensile. 50 c to $3.50 DRUMS appearance, fiber head andi bottom. A good drum for the money at io c to $1 Real Drums up to . ...... $2.50 TOY PIANOS Handsomely finished. Accurate notes, always in tune, at. 25c Up CHILD’S ROCKER A strong, serviceable chair. An exceptional value at 25c and 50c ROCKING HORSES Great fun for the youngsters. Safe and durable. Sells for. . . ,69c Up TOY TOURING CARS A live mechanical toy, good spring. Special offerings at. . . .lOc to $1 AUTOMATIC SAND TOY Always interesting and educational. During this sale qnly. ,50c LOCOMOTIVE AND TENDER truck wheels, detachable tender. An excellent offering at .. . ..... ..... lOc, 25c 50c and $1 PULLMAN CAR Friction power. Nothing to get out qf order. Selling for 25c to 50c TOPS Automatic spinner, an all the year favorite. Specially priced for this sale at; ... . .... .5c and 10c TOY SAFES C ombination lock, good values. Each sc, icc, 25c and $1 POCKET KNIVE SPECIALS Fine quality 2 and 3 steel blade jackknives, variety of handles and sizes. Choise ......25c and 50c NOVELTY BANKS bix styles. Slot for coin at top. Offered special at .10c

Our holiday line is worth coming miles to see. If you are within 25 miles of us don’t fail to visit one of our stores—Rensselaer or Monon, Ind. ASK FOR BERT TARRETTE’S VARIETY STORE IF YOU DON’T KNOW WHERE IT IS LOCATED.

MECHANICAL TRAIN Track included. Lithographed and striped in colors. Speed regulator, key wind. Very strong spring. During this sale, set. ,59c to $1 STEAM ENGINES Mechanically perfect. Easy to operate. Fitted with genuine brass boilers and Russian fire boxes. Each 29c Up TOV AIK RIFLES Imitation of a Winchester automatic. Shoots rubber balls and corks. Very good value at 25c-50c We save you 25c on any Daisy air rifle. ASBESTOS SAD IRONS Children can’t keep house without them. Bargain, only. .3c and 10c ALPHABET BLOCKS AND BUILDING BLOCKS Letters, numerals and animals, in two colors. Set for 5c Up WATER COLOR KITS Xon-poisonous colors, suitable for school or kindergarten use, set 10c TOY STEEL RANGE Nickeled finish. Complete with kitchen utensils. Made just like the big ranges. A fire can be built in them. Each 10c to 50c TIN STOVES A gift suggestion. Several styles to select from. Now on sale at 10c TOY LAUNDRY SETS Red, blue and green enameled, bright tin wash board, each. . 15c AUTO SCARFS An exceptional showing of the most recent designs and the finest weaves. Sheer filmy goods that vou are sure to like. Your choice at % Price DAINTY DUST CAPS A fine assortment of the most attractive and serviceable caps we have ever shown. Some in Christmas boxes. Come in and take your pick at, each lOc and 23c CHILDREN’S WASH DRESSES An excellent asortment of wonderful values in full cut, well made garments. Large variety of materials and colors, all neatly trimmed, in every regular size. Yovr choice of any dress in this lot, 29c to 75c CHILD’S TOQUES A splendid assortment in many colors. Your choice this sale. .29c 250 DOZEN HANDKERCHIEFS Children’s pink and blue bolder, at 2 for 5c Ladies’ sheer art lawn, convent style, embroidery corners, beautiful patterns, a 10c value, compare them, each 5c G styles ladies’ handkerchiefs. Mercerized batiste, %-in. hem, pink, blue and lavender floss embroidered corners. Splendid values, each . .5c Ladies’ imported sheer mull princes lace trim, corner medallions, attractive designs. The best '-alue offered in handkei’chiefs. Each 10c Men’s cambric initial handkerchiefs. Selected yarns, careful needlework. Each 5c Women's mercerized shamrock lawn, medallion initial, carefully executed work. Splendid value. Each . . . . 10c Imported silk crepe high luster handkerchiefs for men, women and children. Solid white, embroidered corners and colored borders. The popular styles. Each MEN’S NECKWEAR Men’s silk four-in-hand neckwear. The seasons newest patterns, flowing end, 45-inch graduated, large shape re-inforced neckband. In garnet, navy, green brown and medium blue. Narrow bias stripes, carefully made. Postively worth 50c. Each tie put in a handsome Xmas box. 5 beautiful patterns. Each 25c Men’s flaring end four-in-hands. Splendid patterns, regular 25c goods. Each in a Xmas box. Extra values at. ... 2 for 25c WOMEN’S FANCY APRONS A choice selection made of lawn and prettily embroidered in various colors. Very dainty patterns. Specially priced for this sale. .15c WINTER BABY CAPS A large assortment to choose from. All big values. At 10c & 23c CENTER PIECES Big variety of embroidered designs. Now 25c MEN’S GARTERS Fancy web, nickeled fittings. Assorted colors. At. . . .10c and 25c CROCHET COTTON Mercerized, brilliant finish. All colors, At 3 for 25c CHILDREN’S STOCKINGS Strong. Fast black. Special at per pair 10c LEATHER HAND BAGS A splendid selection of leather lined and mesh bags. Some with purse and some with other articles. A great many on sale. Your choice at . . price

PERFUMES An assortment selected for the • holiday trade. A few offered special at per bottle. . 10c, 15c and 25c DON’T MISS THE GOOD THINGS IN OUR CANDY DEPARTMENT 4,800 pounds of good wholesome candy. Our reputation on candy is surpassed by none. It comes from clean, modern factories. Our output is large and shipments are so arranged that its always fresh warehoused and sold from clean places. Good wholesome Jelly Beans Special Mixed 7c lb. After Dinner Mints. . . .3-1 lb. 10c Cocb Squares, Peanut Squares lb. for 10c Coco Bon Bons, Peanut Brittle .lb. f.jr 10c Starlight Mints, Assorted Jellies •••••••••• lb. for 10c Pineapple Creams, Apricot Jellies .lb. for 10c Peanut Butter Kisses, Ass’t Fudge -.•••. lb. for 10c TINSEL TRIMMINGS Heavy, shaped silver, cord center. Sale price per yard.... 6 for 10c XMAS TREE ORNAMENTS The largest line of tree decorations in town. Ovals and balls in brilliant colors. Wire loop fasteners. Each...........1c to Sc CHRISTMAS BELLS Perfect models, unusually large and contain more paper than most makes. Special values at lc to 10c SANTA CLAUS MASKS Light weight gauze, painted features, wool beard. Each 10c MUSIC * We have all the popular sheet music 10c per copy. Copyrights that sel from 50c to 60c. Our price from 25c to 35c We have installed a new Brinkerhoff piona at Rensselaer for your use everyday from 4 p. m., until closing and all day Saturday. Miss Alice Thomas will be at your service. BOOKS! BOOKS! Books of all kinds for old and young. Popular copyrights at 49c Splendid books for girls and boys at 10c Books for little tots sc, 10c & 15c JARDINIERS AND UMBRELLA STANDS Brushed brass umbrella stands, 3 0 inch, each $2.25 34-inch heavy brushed brass pedestal with hammered brass jardinier, each $3.90 13-inch heavy brushed brass foot ed jardiniers, each.. .1. .. .$2.59 1 0-inch heavy brushed brass footed jardiniers, each $1.75 Brushed brass cuspidors .loaded bottom, each 50c Large art pottery umbrella stands each ....$1.98 Art pottery ivory umbrella stands, each $4.98 A beautiful line of art pottery jardeniers ranging in price from FINE NOVELTY GIFTS Decorated English and Rockingham tea pots in beautiful colorings and pretty shapes, 40c to 65c The famous Guernsey or Faber ware. Brown outside, white inside. Casserols, nickel silver mountings, each ..$1.75 Casserols not mounted 59c to 75c Xnckel silver mounted mince pie tray $1.75 Bakers . . 29c and 39c Guernsey ice waiter j ug5..... 75c HIGH CLASS WARE Sterling silver deposit sugar and cream sets, 3 shapes, 75c & $1.23.. Sterling silver deposit butter tubs, each .. . ..... .............65c /Sterling silver deposit marmalade or jelly dish, 3 compartments, each .. . .'.65c Beautiful cut glass lemonades. A nice gift. 6 for 85c Cut glass lemonade jug and 6 tumblers 7 piece set $1.37 Cut glass 7 piece water sets $1.20 Needle etched sherberts, set $1.20 Tall etched sherberts, each. . ,30c A beautiful line of Shinda Baskets usualy selling from SI.OO to $1.50. Wonderful values at 69c and 79c WHITE IVORY, EBONY and SILVER MOUNTED WARE We can show you the largest aqd most complete line of manicure sets, toilet sets, comb and brush sets, infants’ sets, traveling sets, shaving sets, tie racks, military brushes, mirrors, cloth brushes, dresser trays, buffers and etc. Before you make a purchase come and see our line. We are the largest buyers of these goods of any town in northern Indiana. We can save you money on toilet wares. Come and see. HOLIDAY BOX PAPER Hqre is one of the prettiest gifts you can make, per box 10c & 19c