Jasper County Democrat, Volume 21, Number 8, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 27 April 1918 — STATE NEWS ITEMS [ARTICLE]

STATE NEWS ITEMS

The Doings of Hobsierdom Reported by Wire. BUY COAL NOW, IS WARNING State Defense Council Prepares Resolution Urging Immediate Purchase of Supply for Next Winter—Mines Producing Only 50 Per cent. Indianapolis. April 26.—A grave warning to avert suffering this winter by laying in a supply of coal now and an urgent appeal for the employment of men of conscription age were principal measures adopted by the state council of defense at its weekly meeting in the statehouse. Will J. Freeman, chairman of the council’s committee on fuel production and head of the Mine Operators’ association in Indiana, told the body that conditions threaten a repetition of last winter's suffering. He said that Hoosier mines are now turning out only 50 per cent of their capacity, but declared, however, that this was due largely to car shortage. He introduced the following resolution, which was adopted: “ Whereas, I mring the last winter great physi cal hardships and financial loss were Entailed on account of shortage of coal by reason of inability of carriers to furnish cars and transportation; and wheras, scuh disability still exists and will continue throughout the coming Season; therefore be it resolved, that this council do advise and request that every consumer of coal, steam or domestic, immediately make such arrangements for buying and storing of coal as will take care of his requirement during the next winter.” Study Miller’s Statement” Washington, D. C., April 26. —A statement drawn up by Fred C. Miller unnaturalized German mayor of Michigan City, was scrutinized by District Attorney Laskey in an effort to arrive at a recommendation what should be done with the man, who is still in custody here. The statement sets forth Miller’s reasons for believing the pass he carried entitled him to enter the District of Columbia, which is a barred zone. Laskey's recommendation will go to John Lord O’Bryan, special assistant attorney general, who will decide whether Miller is to be interned or sent back to his home. The decision may not come for several days.

Governor Completes Trip. Chicago. 111., April 26. —Governor Goodrich returned from an inspection trip to the Boys’ school at Plainfield, the state farm at Putnainville and Turkey Run. He had nothing to say about what he learned at the institutions. Certain improvements will be recommended to the state board of forestry for Turkey Run. A dining room will be built of brick made at the t s4ate farm, a bridge wiH be built across the creek; and it is possible that an entrance fee of 10 cents may be charged to the park to help its upkeep fund. The governor said he was informed that more than 75,000 persons visited the park last season. Helen Fagin in Jail. Lafayette, April 26. —Helen Fagin, who is charged with first-degree murder in the killing of Peter Mataxas, last October, was taken to Crawfordsville and placed in Jail to await trial in the circuit court there. She and Florence Bryant are co-defendants with Clyde Horn, who is serving a life sentence for the murder of Mataxas. Soldier Gets Diploma. Veedersburg, April 26.—Dr. J. J. Pettijohn of the state council of defense delivered the commencement address before the graduating class of the local high school. The class consisted of 33 members, one of whom, Eugene Barkley, is in the army in France. His diploma was received by his family. Little Interest in Primaries. Richmond, April 26.- —With the exception of a warm contest for the Republican nmoination for county clerk, the primary election in Wayne county is attracting little interest. Linus P. Meredith, former sheriff, and F. M. Jones, an’ implement dealer, both of Richmond, are candidates for clerk. . * Commissioned as Lieutenant. South Bend, April 26. —John A. Poulin, twenty-two years old, has been commissioned a lieutenant in the flying corps of the United States army. Young Poulin comes from a family of fighters, his grandfather having served with Garabaidi in Italy.

Hoosier Dies in France. Terre Haute. April 26 Word has been received here that Lawrence C. Beabout of this city has died of wounds in France. He was with the American expeditionary force and was the first Terre Haute man to lose his life in France. Indiana “Over Top” in Loan. Indianapolis. April 26. —Indiana, part of the Seventh reserve bank district, “went over the top” in the Liberty loan drive with a showing of 105 per cent on its quota. It is expected a showing of 150 per cent will be announced later. Young Man Held for Theft Anderson. April 26. —Oliver Beck, eighteen years old. was arrested at Alexandria, charged with the theft of a bicycle from a dealer here. It is alleged he tried to pass a bad check at Alexandria. - r_ -