Jasper County Democrat, Volume 20, Number 45, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 1 September 1917 — Page 1

Jasper County Democrat.

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EDITOR GOES TO NEW YORK

Will Spend * Few’ Weeks Amid Scenes of His Hoyhood. Editor and Mrs. F. E. Babcock and son, D. J. Babcock, left Rensselaer Wednesday morning in their Hudson auto for New York state, where they will spend a few weeks among the scenes of the former’s boyhood, visiting a sister and two brothers and other relatives in Otsega county. They also plan to visit other places of interest there, with possibly a side trip into Massachusetts. From Rensselaer they were accompanied as far as Fort Wayne by G. M. Babcock, and between here and there they encountered some rather muddy roads and considerable rain, like conditions existing as far east as Defiance, Ohio, according to a card received here from the travelers. One other noticeable feature of the first stages of the journey—the crops being about the same to somewhat poorer than here —was the increase in the number of hogs on the farms after leaving this immediate vicinity.

FOUR ARE DENIED EXEMPTION

Local Board Makes Report on Last Draft CaR. The local draft board has acted on the last list of men called for examination, and yesterday certified their findings to the district board at Laporte. Four men who passed the physical examination and asked ’ for exemption were denied same and their names certified to the district board, where their claims will be further considered. These men are: 113—Otto A. Schwanke, Barkley! 143 — Herbert L. Bozelle, Union' 148 —Earl W. Caster, Milroy 172 Andrew Hotler, Carpenter j Others certified to the district board as not having been exempted or discharged, are as follows: 119— Ross Porter, Marion 120— Guy M. Crowder, Marion* 123 — Garrett DeFries, Keener 124 — Virgil Jones, Carpenter 125 Horace L. Charais, Jordan 126 — William Teske, Union 127 Frank Thomas, Marion (x) 136 — William R. Schafer, Jordan 137 — Clarence J. Stack, Carpenter 139 —Arvie Earl Culp. Gillam 9 141—Charles E. Miller, Walker 142 —Bradford E. Poole, Barkley 147—Merrill A- Freeland, Newton 151— Delos McClanahan. Union 152 — Fred H. Marchand, Milroy 156 Frank Gorham, Marion* 157 Willie A. Potts, Union* - 158 — James C. Brouhard, Barkley* 160— Walter A. Houck, Kankakee 161 — James Moolenaar, Keener 164 — Walter L. Nagle, Marion 166—George Davis, Kankakee 169—Richard C. (Hartsock, Carpenter* 171 —Louis Walstra, Keener 173 Louis O. Claussen, Barkley 174 — James D. Nelson, Walker 175 — Anton DeGroot, Carpenter 182— John D. Harmon, Marion 183— Bernard Bailey, Hanging Grove 185— John D. Moore, Marion* 188—Lewis H. Putts, Marion* 199 Harlow H. Peek, Marion 201 —Albert N. Hudson, Marion* 210—Leslie Zellers, Union 214 Jesse Grimm, Barkley 215 Clarence W. Knouff, Marion *—ln the service but have not filed affidavits in proof of claim. x—Failed to appear. Those who passed the physical examination but asked for exemption and were granted same, follow: 115— William Bahler, Carpenter 116 — -John E. Raycroft. Marion 118 —Raymond F. Derr, Marion 121— Burley J. Butler, Jordan 144 — -Lesley Miller, Marion 150 —Jos. Graham, Jr., Carpenter 153 Harry Walker. Barkley 154 Charles W. Hancock, Jordan 159 — Edward H. G. J. Eilts, Union 16 2—lra Williamson, Hanging Grove ~ 165 James M. Warner. Marion 168—W. F. Wiseman, Wheatfield 179 Hugh A. Quinn, Marion 180— Otto Brackman, Marion 181 — Sylvester B. Llewellyn, Keener 186 — Grover C. Stembel, Wheatfield 190— George M. Hoyes, Barkley 191— George Bauer. Marion 194—Walter Roodebnsh, Union 196—John H. May. Carpenter 200 — Ralph A. Hall. Marion 203 — Harry S- Cook, Jordan 204 H. L. Harshberger, Newton 205 Lew Robinson, Marion 206 Joseph Duenser, Marion Lay In your supply oi Hard coal now, 18.75 per ton at the bin. You will be making a good Investment —FARMERS’ GRAIN CO.

COURT HOUSE NEWS IN BRIEF

Interesting Paragraphs From tlw Various Departments OF JASPER COUNTY CAPITOL The Legal News Epitomized —Together with Other Notes Gathered from the Several County Offices. County Treasurer May made a business trip to Chicago Tuesday. William Klinnert, who was included in the first draft but whose examination was continued, has been examined and accepted, and filed no claim for exemption. The county commissioners will meet in regular session next Monday and Tuesday, notwithstanding that the former is Labor day. The county council will also convene on Tuesday for their annual meeting, at which time a number of appropriations are to be considered. William Hurley was arrested by Nightwatch Critser Tuesday evening for intoxication. He was taken .to the county jail where he spent the night, and on Wednesday morning was taken before Squire Dean. He entered a plea of guilty and was fined $1 and costs, in all amoointing to $10.05, which he stayed. Attorney John A. Dunlap has filed articles of incorporation with the secretary of state for the Columbia Furniture company of this city. The company is incorporated at $20,000, and the stockholders are Dr. E. N. Loy, Mrs. E. N. Loy, S. O. Penrod and G. E. Speigel of Rensselaer and Dr. Emil Besser of Remington.

Marriage licenses issued: August 30, Snoden Allison of Missouri, aged 64 years October 14 last, farmer, and Anna E. King Wilson of Rensselaer, aged 65 years May 29 last, housekeeper. Third marriage for each. Previous marriages of male dissolved by death; of female by death and divorce. Married in the clerk’s office by Squire D. D. Dean. New suits filed: No. 8808. George W. Sharp vs. Charles and Edna Rishling; petition for writ of habeaus corpus. The complaint alleges that plaintiff is the father of Harold W. Sharp, a minor child, 12 years old, of whose custody and possession he is entitled; that on September 6, 1908. said child’s mother was killed in a railroad accident and at time child was 3 years old and was to the care and. custody of defendants; that plaintiff is now a married man and a prosperous farmer residing in Johnson county and is desirous of having child returned to him. No. 8809. State Bank of Rensselaer vs. Joseph A. Smith; suit on note. Demand $l3O in first paragraph and $65 in second paragraph. No. 8810. Evaline Florence et al vs. Samuel W. English et al.; action for division of real estate.

WEIGHT INSPECTOR IN CITY

J. L. Willits of Indianapolis, a state inspector of weights and measures, made his regular visit to Rensselaer Wednesday and tested various wagon scales of the city. The scales at Babcock & Hopkins’ elevator, Farmers’ Grain company and Kellner & Callahan’s were found to be correct, and cer? tificates issued to that effect. ,The scales of the Rensselaer Lumber company, J. C. Gwin Lumber company and Iroquois Roller Mills were found to be off and recommendations were made as to the corrections needed.

NOTICE TO SETTLE Notice is hereby given that on September 8 I will place my books in the hands of an attorney for collection, with instructions to file a lien on all colts not paid for.— W. H. BARKLEY. * *8 Wild Hay-—We have a large acreage of wild hay to put up in Newton county, known as the Kent tract of land, west of Fair Oaks, on shares or by the ton. Hay ready to put up from now on. —• J. J. Lewier. Phone 337. JAMES E WALTER, Supt ts

THE TWICE-A-WEEK

RENSSELAER, JASPER COUNTY, INDIANA, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 1917.

OFFICIAL REVIEW OF CO. M

Many People Present to Witness Military Maneuvers. Quito a large crowd turned out Wednesday evening to witness the official review and public parade of Company M at Riverside park, but the announcement was made such a short time before that many did not know of»t|ie event. The parade was a revelation to many of those present who had not before seen the troops in action. In the reviewing stand was Lt. Col. George H. Healey and Major H. B. Tuteur with C. A. Tuteur, former battalion lieutenant, acting in that capacity. Company M was divided into four divisions, and these were commanded by Captain Jerry B. Garland, - First Lieutenant Watson, Second Lieutenant Nowels and Sergeant Warren. Many of the drills and maneuvers of war were gone through, and were genuinely appreciated by all present, who little thought it possible to mold sucffi an efficient body of men from so many raw recruits in such a short time.

SOLDIERS GUESTS OF HONOR

Banquets Served to Those Who Have Answered the Call. —< The members of Company M have had occasion this week to feel that the life of a soldier has its bright sides as well as the dark, when the ladies of the community opened their hearts dnd their purses and prepared a feaiSt for them that was fit for a king. The first of these events took place at Morocco on Thursday evening, and about fifty of the soldier boys journeyed there for the occasion. Quite a few of the members of Company M are from Morocco and it was in honor of them that the spread was arranged, although the invitation was extended to all who cared to come. There were short talks by some of the citizens of Morocco and brief responses by members of the company, and withal the occasion was a most enjoyable one for all present. Last night the entire company were guests of the ladies of Rensselaer at a banquet at the Christian church. A committee from each of the churches represented here arranged the affair, and nothing was lacking to make it as enjoyable as possible for the boys in khaki. A similar event will be staged at Goodland tonight and the invitation received here includes the entire company, and it is probable that practically all will respond. There will be need for about thirty automobiles to take the boys

BANKS WILL MOVE NEXT WEEK

The Trust & Savings bank expect to move into its temporary quarters in the south room of their new bank building next Monday. The State bank will then move to the room vacated by the Trust & Savings bank, probably some time the latter part of the week, after which the work of remodeling the room for the new proprietors will commence. The State bank expects, to make some alterations and changes in their new room before moving into same.

COUNTY COUNCIL OF DEFENSE

Will Meet at the Court House Next Tuesday Afternoon. Frank Welsh, chairman of the County ; Council of Defense, has called a meeting of that body at the court house next Tuesday afternoon, September 4, at 2 o’clock. The purpose of the meeting will be to furnish the county council with estimates of needed expenditures, to thus enable that body to make ,an appropriation to cover same.

TO ELECT OFFICERS SUNDAY

For the purpose of electing officers in the Jasper county state militia all meh now enrolled will meet at the court house Sunday, September 2, at 2 p. m. After the election and until further notice, instructions in military tactics will be held every Sunday from 2 to 4 p. m. All members should attend. i By direction of the Cqunty Council of Defense. J. M. SAUSER, Chairman Military Affairs.

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GENERAL AND STATE NEWS

Telegraphic Reports From Many Parts of the Country. SHORT BITS OF THE UNUSUAL r - Happenings tn the Nearby Cities and Towns—Matters of Minor Mentios from Many Places. WIDELY KNOWN MAN IS DEAD Dr. C. E. Triplett, Sr., of Morocco Answered Last Call. Dr. C. E. Triplett, Sr., of Morocco, one of the oldest and best known physicians in northwestern Indiana, died at 3:15 Wednesday morning, bringing to a conclusion an eventful life, full of blessings and cheer to those about him. Death followed an Illness of several weeks, brought on chiefly by the infirmities of old age. Dr.. Triplett lacked but a few months of being 83 years old, having been born in Fleming county, Kentucky, December 13, 1834. He was left an orphan when two weeks old and was reared by his grandparents. When about 15 years of age he commenced the study of medicine under Dr. J. M. Humston, devoting three days each week to this work and the balance of t'he time he worked with the slaves in the fields to earn a livelihood. In 1856 he graduated from the Kentucky School of Medicine and located in Newton county, since which time he had been identified with the history of that county in all its phases. In 1857 Dr. Triplett was united in marriage with Alice Pulver, and for more than half a century these good people worked hand in hand to relieve the sufferings of their neighbors and build up a stable community from the barren waste of the early days. In 1862 he entered the Union army as second assistant surgeon of the 8 7th Indiana Volunteers, but

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COMMUNITY MEETING AT PARR

To Be Held on Thursday Evening, September fl. The following program will be rendered next Thursday evening: Song—'America By All “Wheat and All Its Phases’’. ... County Agent Learning Discussion... .C. D. Lakin, Joseph Kosta and S. A. Brusnahan Song K Hazel Lowman “Pure-bred Cattle’’ Beginning, 0. S. Bell Discussion.... Open to All Recitation. Hazel Stephenson Song Anistasia Lakin “Necessity of the Attendance of Children in School” . .G. H. Hammerton Song. ... . . . Beatrice Piatt “Conservation and Patriotism” ... W. L. Wood Song. . ... Millie McCurtain SelectionL. L. McCurtain Closing song “Star-Spangled Banner’’.. By All

BROOK COMING HERE SUNDAY

Soldiers Promise to Reverse the Order of the Previous Game. ‘ The Brook ball team will be here tomorrow for another game with Company M. and it is stated on authority that the soldiers will present an entirely different front than they did three weeks ago. In fact, they propose to emerge from the game "with the long end of the score. The game will be called promptly at 3 o’clock' at Riverview park, and it is hoped that the people will turn out generously. The receipts from these games, over and above the expenses, are applied to the company fund, and in this way all may contribute their mite.

REMINGTON MAN PASSED AWAY

Death Came Suddenly and Shocked His Many Friends. Charles Hascall, a well-known citizen of Remington, where he had been in business for many years, and had also served as town clerk, died Tuesday evening. Mr. Hascall had not been in the best of health for a long time, but no. one thought the end was so near. He was 54 years old and had been a resident of Remington most of his life. Funeral services were held at the M. E. church Thursday afternoon and burial was made in the Remington

MAY BE IN THE GERMAN ARMY

Company M Deserter Is Thought to Be in the Fatherland. Peter Winter, a former member of Company M and who has been charged with desertion for failure to respond to the call to mobilize, is thought to be in the German army. - Winter, whose home address is Barrington, Illinois, served about three years in the German army before coming to this country, and information received by Captain Garland this week appears very convincing that Winter has returned to the Fatherland. During his service with Company M no one ever heard Winter make any kind of a remark that could be construed as disloyal in any way, nor was he ever heard to say much about Germany, which now strengthens the belief that he has gone to his first choice. There is every probability that Winter was in this country and entered this branch of the military service as a spy for the German government, and now* that war has been declared between the two countries he has gone home to report his findings. Leo Lyons, another member of Company M who failed to report, 'has not yet been heard from.

PROFITABLE INSTITUTE HELU

Teachers Receive Valuable Hints for the Year’s Work. The annual Jasper county teachers’ institute, which was in • ses- ■ sion five days this week, closed yes- 1 terday afternoon. From the standpoint of interest and efficiency the institute was ‘one of the most profitable ever held, and the more than 100 teachers present will take up their work better equipped for a successful school term. Prof. Gingerich’s lecture on “Tfennyson and Factors Tending to Make Him a Pk>et,” was ably given and should prove of profit to all. C. R. Dean, superintendent of the Rensselaer schools, was highly complimented on his talk on "The Great World War.” which he touched upon from many viewpoints and especially as it related to the teachers of the coming generation. County ’Superintendent Sterrett struck a responsive chord in the institute when he announced that it was his intention and desire to favor the employment of home teachers wherever possible, not for the purpose of favoring the home schools but rather from a point of efficiency. Prof. Mark TL Liddell of Purdue addressed the institute Wednesday on “Fighting for World Peace,” which was of profit as well as interest. One other feature of the institute that is by no means the least is Miss Votaw’s work in music instruction. Aside from instructing In music she also made several interesting talks on music history

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INSTRUCTIONS TO SOLDIERS

Instructions Concerning Mobilization On Final Call. The first notices which will be sent out by the local board to -the drafted men of the first quota to be called into service will be as follows: You will hold yourself in readiness to report for military duty at the office of this local board at a time to be specified by notice posted at the office of this board in the near future. From the date so specified for you to report you will be in the military service of the United States and subject to military law. ' \ While as much time as possible will be allowed you you are hereby cautioned that the necessities of the service may require you to be called on very short notice. You should therefore put your affairs in order to report upon twenty-tour hours' notice. The other card is sent as soon as the exact hour tor mobilization is known and gives explicit instructions to the conscript as to his fu-

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NOTICE We pay the highest price for veals, live or dressed, and ail kinds of produce. Phone 160 Black. — H. A. QUINN. s2B See Charles Pefiej tor trees, both ornamental and fruit, for fall delivery; every tree guaranteed to grow or replaced free of charge, ts

PRICE OF WHEAT $2.20 PER BU.

Wilson Sets Figure for 1917 | Crop After Conference. LONG DEADLOCK IS ENDED | Hopes Action Will at Once Stabil. iae and Keep Within Moderate Bounds Flour and Bread Prices. ; ~ ‘ " '■ ■■. ' ' ' Washington, Aug. 31. —The price or I the 1917 wheat crop will be $2,20 pen bushel. ° Thia was announced by President Wilson last night, following the submission to him of a report unanimous--17 adopted, after several days of deadlock by the Garfield price fixing committee of the food administration. The president declared that the price l specified, applying to what is known as No. 1 northern wheat at the Chicago terminal, would be rigidly enforced by the government. Members of the price-fixing committee ended their deadlock at five o’clock and at once went in a body to the White House, where they confrred with the president. A reduction in the price of flour will be announced within a day or two. A committee of millers co-operating with the food administration has agreed tentatively that the millers will limit their profit to 25 cents a barrel. Flour ha* sold at about sls a barrel when the price of wheat soared to $3. The fixing of the price of wheat at $2.20 13 expected to cut the price of flour possibly to sl2. The millers’ committee is meeting In Nets York and will agree upon a stable price without delay. The of licensing elevators arranged by the food administration becomes effective on Saturday, The $50,000,000 grain corporation, organized by the food administration, will at once begin to purchase and sell as much grain as necessary to prevent any fluctuation in the price. President Wilson's Statement. President Wilson’s statement was aS follows: "The White House, Washington, Au* gust SI, 1917. “Section 11 of the food act provides, among other things, for the purchase and sale of wheat and flour by the government and appropriates money for the purpose. The purchase of wheat and flour for our allies, and to a considerable degree for neutral countries also, has been placed under the control of the food administration. I have appointed a committee to determine a fair price to be paid in government purchases. The price now recommended by that committee —$2.20 per bushel at Chicago, basic graded—will be rigidly adhered to by the food administration. "It Is the hope and expectation of the food administration and my own also that this step will at once stabilize and keep within moderate bounds the price of wheat for all transactions throughout the present crop year, and, in consequence, the price of flour and bread also. The food act has given large powers for the control of storage and exchange operations, and these powers will be fully exercised. "An inevitable consequence will be that financial dealings cannot follow their usual course. Whatever the advantages and disadvantages of the ordinary machinery of trade, it cannot function well under such disturbed and abnormal conditions as now exist. |ln its place the food administration now fixes for its purchases a fair price, ,as recommended unanimously by a commltti’e representative of all interests and all sections, and believes that thereby it will eliminate speculation, make possible the conduct of every operation in the full light of day, maintain the publicly stated price for all, and through economies made'possible by stabilization in the control better the position of consumers also. "Mr. Hoover, at his express wish, has taken no part in the deliberations of the committee on whose recommendation I determine the govern- ' ment’s fair price, nor has he in any way intimated an opinion regarding that price. "WOODROW WILSON.” Report of Committee. The report of the price-fixing committee follows: “To the President of the United States: “The undersigned committee has been asked by you to recommend the price which the government should pay for the 1917 crop of wheat. “In its deliberations the committee has kept constantly in mind the three following factors: "1. The fact that the United State* la at war. "2. The need of encouraging the producer. "3. The necessity of reducing the Cost of living to the consumer.

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