Jasper County Democrat, Volume 19, Number 36, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 2 August 1916 — Page 1

Jasper County Democrat.

$1.50 Per Year.

COUNTY CLERK PERKINS DEAD

Jasper County Official Expired Sunday Morning in Chicago Hospital. The many friends of Judson J. Perkins, clerk of the Jasper circuit court, -were greatly shocked Sunday morning when word came from Chicago that Mr. Perkins had expired at 2 o’clock that morning at the Presbyterian hospital where he had gone about 10 days previous for examination and treatment for what the doctors there pronounced pemphigus, a very rare skin disease. While Mr. Perkins’ condition had been quite bad for a time, he was thought to be gaining steadily the latter part of the week. He had been visited frequently by his wife and daughters, and Miss Ethel Perkins went up Saturday afternoon and went out to the hospital to see her father. She found him resting well and apparently getting along alright. From there she went to stay all night with friends in the city and went to church with them Sunday morning expecting to call and see him again in the afternoon before returning home, but after getting back from church she learned of her father's death. It seems that she had told her father and others where she was going and the authorities at the hospital could not locate her when Mr. Perkins became much worse during the night, because of misunderstanding the street number. Dr. Perkins at the hospital is a nephew of Judson h. Perkins, and he called the family here Saturday night at 11 o'clock and told them that Mr. Perkins had grown suddenly worse and was sinking fast. Another message at about 2 o’clock stated that he had passed away. At this writing it is believed his death was caused more from the excessive heat than anything else. Mr. Perkins was 63 years of age and had resided in or near Rensselaer for the past 25 years, coming here from near Goodland where he resided on a farm for several years. Before coming to Indiana he had resided in Illinois and taught school there for some years. He was a man of sterling character and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He was elected clerk of the Jasper circuit court in November, 1910, taking the office on May 1, 1912* He was re-elected in 1914 and had served but two months of his second term at the time of his death. His first wife died here several years ago and he remarried some two years ago. He is survived by a wife and two daughters, Mrs. Jay W. Stockton of Newton tp. and Miss Ethel Perkins of Rensselaer. Also an adopted son, Sam Perkins, also of Newton tp. The body was* brought to Rensselaer on the 2 o'clock train Monday and taken to the family home on the corner of Cullen and Grace streets, and the funeral was held yesterday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock from the Baptist church, conducted by Rev. J. P. Green, assisted by the pastor, Rev. F. H. Beard, and burial made in Weston cemetery. Ross Benjamin Suffers Broken Leg. While returning from a trip to Cedar Lake Friday night Livingston Ross, Emmet Laßue and Ross Benjamin, in the former’s Ford car, had the misfortune to run into the ditch north of Lowell and the car turned over, pinning Benjamin underneath and fracturing both bones of his right limb between the knee and ankle. The car suffered no damage except a broken windshield. Young Benjamin was taken to Lowell and his injuries looked after, and Saturday he was brought home. The injury wall lay him up for several weeks. The boys state that the accident occurred from meeting a large touring car, the lights of which blinded the driver of their Ford. Rensselaer Chautauqua, August 10 to 15.

WEATHER FOR WEDNESDAY. FAIR AND SLIGHTLY El

COURT HOUSE NEWS IN BRIEF

Interesting Paragraphs From the Various Departments OF JASPER COUNTY CAPITOL The Legal News Epitomized—Together With Other Notes Gathered From the Several County Offices. Township trustees should get in their annual estimates for publication this week. Quite a number of prominent citizens from different parts of the county were in yesterday to attend the funeral of the late J. H. Perkins. All the offices in the court house were closed during the funeral and the county officers acted as pallbearers. On account of the death of Clerk Perkins, Miss Eva Moore, stenographer for Mose Leopold, who was employed for some time a few years ago in the clerk’s office, has hau charge of the office for the past few days in the absence of Mr. Perkins daughter, Miss Ethel Perkins.

In The* Democrat's mention of the purchase of the State bank corner by C. G. Spitler, in Saturday’s issue, we were misinformed as to the precise size of the plot of ground. It has a frontage on Washington street of 38 feet, and is 66 2-3 feet on Van Rensselaer street, instead of 31 %x 66, as we gave it Saturday.

Everett Rex ford was brought over from Brook Friday as a prisoner of Newton county and placed in jail here to await trial in the Newton circuit court. Rexford is charged with stealing $9 from a fellow farm employee near Brook, and is said to have admitted the theft, $7 being found on his person when arrested and he had spent $2 of the amount stolen. His bend was fixed at SSOO. He is the only occupant of the jail at this time.

Trustee John Kolhoff of Jordan tp. let the contract Saturday for a 25x34 addition to the Union school lieu so in said township. The contract war awarded to Albert Wortley of Jordan tp. for $1,099. The next lowest bid was $1,900. Mr. Wortley, who was formerly on the advisory board, resigned some time ago and there fore had a legal right to bid on this work, it is said. He has Lis own teams and can do the hauling and considerable of the work himself. He figures that he can perhaps make a few dollars and also save the township some money. New suits filed: No. 8651. Sidney K. Turner vs. William M. Turner; action for divorce. The complaint alleges that the parties were married in Valparaiso on September 1, 1888, and lived together as husband and wife until February 17, 1913, on which date the defendant wholly abandoned plaintiff, without cause on plaintiff’s part, and that since said last mentioned date plaintiff and defendant have not lived or cohabited together. Flaintiff further alleges that defendant had been a habitual drunkard and had been a constant user of alcoholic liquor for 25 years, and frequently came home in an intoxicated condition, and by reason of said use of liquor defendant squandered his earnings and left plaintiff to support herself and children. The plaintiff resides at Wheatfield.

Captain H. B. Tuteur of Company M, in writing home to his mother, Mrs. Anna Tuteur, says, re garding the criticisms made of the expenditures of the Company M “comfort fund,” that the checks at the First National bank drawn on the fund tell what the money was expended for; that $75 of the monej expended while at Fort Harrison was for socks and underclothes for members of the company and this will be paid back by the boys when they have their first payday. As The Democrat understands the checks merely state for “supplies” while at Fort Harrison and enroute to Texas, etc. In order to fully satisfy everyone in the matter, as The Democrat suggested recently, It might perhaps be better for the of-

THE TWICE-A-WEEK

RENSSELAER, JASPER COUNTY, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2, 1916.

fleers to send the receipted bills to some party here and have the items and amounts published in the papers.

The death of Circuit Court Clerk Judson H. Perkins makes it necessary for the appointment of a clerk by the commissioners to serve unit* after the November election—for ’ period of about three months—when a new clerk will be elected to serve out the unexpired term of Mr. Perkins, about three years and six months—but a clerk will be elec’td at the regular election in 1918 for the full term, of course, taking the office on May 1, 1920. As the time for nominations for this office under the primary law is past, the place will be filled on the respective tickets by the county central committees of each party participating in *he election. Mr. Perkins’ daughter, Miss Ethel Perkins, who had been deputy during most of the time her father held the office, is very efficient and is well liked by everyone. But the office of clerk of the circuit court cannot be held in Indiana by a woman, and the sentiment of everyone The Democrat has talked to regarding the appointment to be made is that some one be appointed who would be willing to accept the office in name only, with the understanding that Miss Perkins will have all the salary and the emouluments until a clerk is elected in November, providing, of course, she would care to have the place. She is thoroughly conversant with the work in every department and it is hoped that such an arrangement may be made.

BONDS SOLD; CONTRACTS LET

For New School Buildings at Parr and Vlrgie by Trustee Ilaminerton. Trustee George H. Hammerton of Union tp. has let the contracts for the new school buildings to be erected at Parr and Virgie and same are to be, completed within 80 days, or about October -20. The contract for the Parr building which is a threeroom, 56x84 feet, brick veneer over hollow tile structure, was let to H. W. Wylie & Co. of Chicago for the building proper at $9,285. The next lowest bid was that of M. V. Brown of Rensselaer, $9,454.20. Two other bids were filed running over SIO,OOO, The contract for the- heating and plumbing was let to E. D. Rhoades & Son of Rensselaer at $1,900. Sommers & Cornwell, also of Rensselaer, bid $1,830 on the heating and $263 on the plumbing. There were three other bids on the heating and plumbing, all running over $2,000. The contract for the Virgie building was let to M. V. Brown of Rensselaer for $2,646.30. Three other bids were filed as follow's: M. C. Ireland, $2,930; J. B. Butterfield, $3,061; H. W. Wylie, $3,074. There is no heating or plumbing with this building. Mr. Hammerton sold the $13,000 issue of five per cent school bonds Monday to Breed, Elliott & Harrison of Indianapolis for a premium of $651. There were several other bidders, all from Indianapolis except as otherwise noted: E. N. Campbell & Son, $625; J. F. Wild & Co., s'6ol; Fletcher American National bank, $563; Miller & Co., $550; Hanchett Bond Co., Chicago, $427.

Cooler AVeatlier Brings Relief. Friday, Saturday and Sunday were three more sweltering days and deaths from heat prostrations each day were huge in the large cities, particularly in Chicago, where 98 deaths on Sunday alone were attributed to the excessive heat. In Renssejaer and vicinity the mercury was up above the 100 mark each day, about 105 being the maximum, and at 8 o’clock Saturday evening the thermometer in front of The Democrat office stood at 94.

Not scarcely a breath of air had stirred for a number of days until Monday, when a breeze came up in the forenoon and continued the rest of the day and at night to some extent, bringing great relief although a good soaking rain is very, very badly needed. Yesterday morning there was a nice cool breeze and the mercury at 8 o’clock was but 80 degrees, or from 10 to 15 degrees lower than it had been at the same hour in 10 days or two weeks.

Birth Announcements. July 29, to Mr. and Mrs. Guy Zook of Gifford, a son. Leghorns, Bangkoks, sailors and Panamas at unusually attractive prices. See windows at HILLIARD & HAMILL’S.

WHEAT AND OATS THRASHING

Now Going On—Yield and Quality Both Rather Disappointing. A few fields of wheat and some early oats were thrashed the last of the week and thrashing became general Monday. The Democrat is informed that the yield and quality thus far in this immediate locality is somewhat disappointing. There are a good many weeds in most of the oats and they have not dried out in shock very well as yet. Quite a little wheat has been thrashed in about Rensselaer and Parr, and the yield is said to be only about two-thirds what was expected and it has tested out but 4 2 to 58 pounds per bushel. Joe Nagel, out on the Lawler farm southwest of Rensselaer, had 45 acres of wheat that was thought would go better than 30 bushels to the acre. As a matter of fact the yield was but 22*4 bushels. On the Henry Eigelsbach farm nearby, occupied by William Elnridge, the yield was 21% bushels. This also was thought to be an extra good field. Mr. Eldridge had out 20 acres. • Walter Harrington of Union tp., had 19 acres of wheat that yielded 15 bushels, and was fine quality. Some early oats taken in at Lee tested 34 pounds to the bushel, and the early sown oats are going to turn out considerably the best, dealers think, which indicate that the hot weather damaged the later oats a great deal. As near as we can learn at this writing oats are turning out about 30 bushels per acre and are testing from 25 to 28 pounds to the bushel. Henry Hordeman of west of town had out 40 acres that yielded 35 bushels and tested 28 pounds to the bushel. George Kanne brought in some new oats Saturday and his tested 28 pounds. William Daugherty of Barkley tp. was thrashing Monday and bis oats tested £5 pounds. Thus far the quality is quite disappointing but they may improve somewhat as they dry out more.

Jasper County Bar Pass Resolutions On Death of Clerk Perkins.

At a meeting of the Jasper County Bar Association in the court house in Jasper county, Indiana, the death of our late County Clerk, Judson H. Perkins, was the subject of discussion and it Was there resolved that a faithful and beautiful life had passeu from our midst, and that our Bar is saddened by his transition from earth to Heaven, yet there is a sweet undertone of joy in the assurance that his sun has only gont* down to rise upon a fairer shore. That he was a man of sterling character, sincere, honest and always ready to serve the lawyers of the Jasper County Bar as well as foreign lawyers, and the general public. He was never too busy to assist any one needing help, and he gave his services courteously and cheerfully. A shadow has fallen on our hearts; a hand whose warm grasp we have felt is taken away; a voice to which we have listened is hushed and his pleasant smile is gone. Therefore, as an earnest of the esteem in which the departed one was held by us and our sincere sympathy in this bereavement we send his family a copy of these, our expressions and place them upon our minutes and request that they be spread of record in the Order Books of the Jasper circuit court.

E. P. HONAN,

MOSES LEOPOLD,

Printed Stationery.

Every farmer who owns his farm ought to have printed stationery with his name and the name of his postoffice properly given. The prin* ed heading might also give the names of whatever crops he special izes in or his specialties in stock. Neatly printed stationery gives you personality and a standing with any person or firm to whom you write and insures the proper reading Oi your name and address. The Democrat will print you up a bunch of such stationery in any quantity desired and for about the same price you pay for blank paper elsewhere. /•'; ts

Two Dollar Rate Takes Effect Sept. 1

Bear in mind that the new subscription rate of $2 per year for The Democrat takes effect Sept: 1, 1916, but prior to said date renewals and new subscriptions will be accepted at the present rate of $1.50 per year. Take advantage of this and subscribe before the new rate goes into effect.

Chairman.

Secretary.

GENERAL AND STATE NEWS

Telegraphic Reports From Many Parts of tha Country. SHORT BITS OF THE UNUSIML Happenings in the Nearby Cities and Towns—Matters of Minor Mention From Many Places.

“Some” Joy Ride, This!

Lafayette, Ind., July 29.—As a sequel to the damaging of 10 automobiles by reckless driving on the north river road last night M. O. Flanagan, 60 years old, a wealthy retired farmer and an active grail- - and banker, and L. J. West, 49 years old, both of Bloomington, 111., were arrested here to day. They were charged with vie lating the state automobile law and the damaging of cars. Bernard Schultz appeared against the two men, who were released on bond. The cases will be prosecuted by the Lafayette Automobile club.

Oats Crop Is Small and the Yield Light in White County.

Monticello, Ind., July 31—White county’s oats crop Is a disappointment. The yield is not as good as was indicted when the grain was standing in the field. So far no oats have been marketed here, the farmers apparently holding for a better price, which may come and which again may not. The oats are a good color but lack weight. They run from 25 to 27 pounds to the bushel, and from reports will make from 25 to 38 bushels to the acre. The light yield is a big disappointment to the producers as the crop is falling far below the government forecast:

State Troops Can’t Be Sent Over Border, Is Official Opinion.

Washington, July 29.—Mooted questions about the status of state troops called into the federal service for the Mexican emergency are decided in an exhaustive opinion given Secretary Baker today by Brig. Gen. Crowder, judge advocate general of the army. Gen. Crowder holds that the state soldiers are not subject t< duty outside of the United States unless they are formally drafted by order of the President; that they aie under control of the federal govern nient and not of their respective state governors, and that they are entitled to the same pensions and privileges as regulars. While congress by joint resolu tfon has conferred# upon the Presi dent authority to draft the militia and national guard, the general points out that the President has no! exercised that authority. In the meantime, he says, the status of the state troops “is that of militia called into the service of the United States for one of the purposes specified in the constitution, that is, to protect the United States from invasion.”

DROUGHT IS BROKEN

At Peoria—Storm Causes Heavy Damage in Illinois. Peoria, 111., July 31.—Damage estimated at $200,000 was done here today when a terrific thunderstorm, breaking the thirty-eight-day drought swept over the'business and factory sections of the city. There was no loss of life. Roofs were torn from several buildings and many others were struck by lightning. Ten street cars were struck by lightning and hundreds of telephones were put out of order.

HERE THERE and EVERYWHERE

The Lafayette Journal announces that beginning August 10 it will issue both morning hnd evening editions. Either through accident or design munition storage houses and barges loaded with war supplies in New York harbor exploded and were set on fire Sunday morning and damage estimated at from $25,000,000 to $40,000,000 was done. Much damage was done both in New York and

Jersey City to buildings and window glass. Benton Review: The oats harvest has been in full blast this week and will last a few days longer. So fat as we can learn the crop is better than anticipated, considering the e v irenie weather. There is an abundance of straw and no considerable damage resulted from rust. Charles Bower has finished his early oats and says they are very good. Morocco Courier: Superintendent of Construction Ross Lucas awarded the contract for cleaning the Gau ditch Wednesday to the Gary Construction company. The work was taken for nearly $49,000, and will be completed within the next 60 days. The dredge to be used on the work is what is known as a walking drag line dredge. Charles Harris, janitor of the Wm, Zabel saloon at 808 Main street, Lafayette, was found Sunday morning beaten to death in his room over the saloon, and money belonging to the Iroquois club, which it was known he had in his possession, was missing. William Troschier, a Lafayette tailor, was arrested Sunday at Fort Wayne charged with the crime.

Chautauqua Tickets.

Chautauqua tickets are now on sale at the following places and !o the hands of the following persons: B. P. Fendig’s drug store, A. F. Long’s drug store, Larsh & Hopkins’ drug store, B. F. Forsythe, E. J. Randle, W. S. Day, Edson Murray, B. F. Alter, c. M. Sands, C. E. Prior. W. L. Myer, D. Delos Dean, J. D. Allman, J. N. Leatherman and Rex D. Warner. Buy your tickets early In order that the local committee may have some idea of the attendance so that they may prepare for seating, etc. Adult tickets are $2; youths eight and over, sl, This is a community affair backed by the business men in Rensselaer and should he patronized by everyone. An excellent program is assured. J. N. LEATHERMAN, President. D. D. DEAN, Secretary.

Contract Let for New Presbyterian Manse.

The trdstees of the Presbyterian church let the contract Triday evening to George Mustard and E. K. Godshall for the new Presbyterian manse at $4,035, which includes heating, plumbing, painting and a 12x20 garage. The house is to bo erected on the site of the old manse* recently sold to E. D. Rhoades, who will move it a half block west on Angelica street next week. It is to be a frame house 30x30 with full basement. Other bidders were: Brenneman & Osborn, Francesville, $4,180; M. VI Brown, Rensselaer, $4,341.55, and 1,. M. Muster, Rensselaer, $4,623.50. It is expected to have the house completed for occupancy early this fall.

No Weather for Fighting.

Theodore Ramey and Louis Worden, each aged about 12 years, engaged in a little scrap on the sidewalk near the city hall about 10 o’clock Monday morning, urged on, it is said, by a number of “sidewalk laborers” who had nothing better to do, and the Ramey boy who is quite chunky, became overheat anti fainted. He was laid out on a bench near by and chunks of ice held about his head until he became conscious, and was then removed to the court house yard where he was placed in the shade and cooled off. Fighting is bad business at anytime, and especially so when the mercury is hovering around the 100 mark.

Pocketbook Was Stolen.

Chester Zea, city teamster, had the misfortune to lose about $9 Saturday when some one swiped his pocketbook. He was busy in the fire house when his daughter came in and asked him for some money.' He handed her the pocketbook and she took the change needed and laid the purse down nearby, telling him where she laid it. He forgot about it for a time and when he looked for it it was gone. The purse contained about $9.

1917 Overlands Now Ready for De livery.

We are now ready for delivery of 1917 Overland cars. Eighteen different designs. Can suit rich o T poor in style, quality and price. I also have a few second-hand cars on hand at the right prices.— J. HANSSON, Rensselaer, Ind. $2.50 buys a pair of genuine Palm Beach trousers at HILLIARD & HAM ILL S. . r

VoL XIX, No. 36