Jasper County Democrat, Volume 21, Number 81, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 January 1919 — Page 3

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THE UNIVERSAL CAR The Ford Model T one-ton truck is proving a splendid time and money-saver on the farm. It is very flexible in control, strong and dependable in service. It has really become one of the farmers’ necessities. One Ford truck is equal rp.. 1 ix n to half a dozen teams and 1 DIDK It Over it won’t “eat its head off” Farmer w ben not working. The very low price makes it popular with shrewd farmers who analyze conditions on the farm. Let’s talk it over, Mr. Farmer. Price, without body, $550 f. o. b. Detroit. Central Garage Company Dealers V hone 319 RENSSELAER, INDIANA

The WEEK'S DOINGS

Get you sale bills printed at The Democrat office. * • . John F. Zimmer of Newton township was in Kankakee Friday. Visit the Poultry and Corn Show In the Armory this week. Admission* is FREE. Mlsa Mabel Brandt resumed her duties in the Rensselaer postoffice, Monday after an attack of influenza. Among the Chicago goers Friday were Miss Emma House, matron of the Monnett school, and Roy Stephenson. Mrs. F. L. Hamilton returned to tier “home its" Lafayette Saturday after a visit here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Bott. Duplicate order books, Fairbanks scale books, etc., carried in stock in The Democrat’s fancy stationery and office supply department. The Rensselaer high school basket ball team played the Lowell team Friday night at the latter place, which resulted in a score of € to 26 in favor of Rensselaer. Among the Lafayette goers Monday were Mrs. W. H. Beam, Emil Hanley, Lawrence McLain and Jackson Freeland, the two latter to resume their studies at Purdue university.

Miss Marguerite Norris returned to Greencastle Sunday to resume her studies at Depauw university after spending the holidays here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Norris. Relatives here are in receipt of a .letter from Samuel Duvall, who Is now in Paris, in which he stated he expected to be home sometime In March or April, bringing his French wife with-him, Paul Strecker, who «has been stationed at Cleveland, Ohio, in the naval reserve, has written his parents, Rev. and Mrs. E. W. Strecker, that he had been transferred to Pelham Bay, New York. William' Eisele arrived home Monday morning from Camp Taylor, having receivd an honorable discharge. He (had been transferred to Camp Taylor about two weeks ago from Camp Green, North Carolina. The ban on the sale and distribution of anthracite coal in Indiana was withdrawn by Federal Fuel Administrator Woollen Friday, and now one can buy all he chooses if he has the price, about $3.50 per ton more than it sold for two years ago. Rev. E. W. Strecker received a card Monday from Leslie Pollard, who, with his family left here a few weeks ago for Buhl, Idaho, near z which place they expect to make their future home. x He stated that they were then at Colo, rado Springs, Colorado, and that he and his wife and baby had Just left the hospital where they had teen for some time With influenza.

CASTOR IA For Infants and Children In Use For Over 30 Years Always bears * the XX* at——

C. B. Steward was in Roselawn on business Friday. Pefley pays the highest prices for raw /urs. —PHONE 475. ts Fred Kilgor of Reddick, Illinois, visited over Friday night with his sister, Mrs. O. S. Baker. Forest Morlan of Chicago spent Sunday here with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Morlan. Among the Chicago goers Monday. were W. C. Babcock, V, J. Crisler and Miss Marie Comer. Hurley Beam now of Ravinia, Illinois, spent Sunday here wih his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Beam. Robert Blue received an honorable discharge from the service at Fortress Monroe, Virginia, and came home Saturday. Calix Paquette returned to Camp Knox, Kentucky, Monday after spending a 10-day furlough with his parents, south of town. Mrs. Robert Smith and, two children returned Sunday from Rockfleld where she had been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Hines. John Roadruck returned to his home at Morocco Tuesday morning, but his wife remained for a longer visit with her mother, Mrs. E. J. Morris.

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Lesh .and two children of Flora were here to attend the Arnold-St ner wedding Sunday, Mr. beihg an uncle of the bride. Among the Jasper county boys recently mustered out of the service are William Eigelsbach, Kersey Kirk of Rensselaer, and Leland Halleck of Fair Oaks. Miss Ruth Wood returned to Champaign, Illinois, Friday to resume her studies at the university after spending the holidays with her parents, Mr .and Mrs. Ray Wood. Elmer Godshall was mustered out of the service last* week at Cam.p Sherman, Ohio, and arrived home Thursday evening. Private Godshall was w’th the aviation unit and was sent overseas, but saw no active service. There were two deaths in the family of Fred Fickner of Wheatfield during the past few days frem pneumonia, following influenza. Mrs? Pickner died Saturday night and one dan gat aged about 6 years, Sunday night, while Mr. Fickner himself was reported very low with the same disease Monday. - - -■ z Mr. and Mrs. Delos Thompson, who have been In Chicago for some time at the bedside of their son, Alfred, who had a severe attack of pneumonia, following influenza, ate still in the city* Mrs. Tnompson herself having been quite sick with the “flu,” but is betterr now. i Alfred is still in the hospital, but is improving slowly.

Richard lines, brother of Willis J. Imes, a former resident of Rensselaer but now residing in Indianapolis, died at his home in Westville, Indiana, last Friday and was buried Sunday. Mr. Imes was a veteran of the civil war and served in Company K, 20 th Indiana regiment, Which was made up at Monticello. The late Burgess Dillon of Rensselaer served in the same company, and he and Mr. Imes attended tbe Gettysburg reunion a few years ago. Both were in all the engagements in which the 20th Indiana took part.

Dr. A. R. Ktealer is driving a new Ford enclosed car. John O’Connor and Gail Michael were down from Knlman Monday. H. ■. White started puttln< up ice Monday noon. The ice is about 8 inches thick, and of good quality. ■. 0. Rhoads, the grocer, has been Confined to his home for the past week with a severe cold or the influenza. _ • ■ N. Littlefield has rented the E. P. Honan tenant house on College avenue ang will move into same March 1. Yesterday’s local markets: Corn, |1.32; oats, 68c;' wheat $2.11; rye, $1.45. The prices a year ago were: Corn, $1; oats, 75c; wheat $2; rye, $1.60. Mrs. O. 0. Baker and daughter, Dora, were called to near Goodland Sunday morning toy the Illness of. another daughter, Mrs. George Wenrick. Mrs. May Houser returned to her home in Indianapolis Sunday after a visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Hemphill, at Remington.

Paul Beam returned to Bloomington Monday to resume his studies at the State university, after spending the. 'holidays here with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Beam. Wiyiam Durant has been quite sick at the home of his sister, Mrs. Alex Hurley, on Weston street, from neuralgia and heart trouble. He was Reported better yesterday, however. Mrs. Leslie Condo of Monticello, cousin of Mrs. Charles V. May of this city, died Sunday from influenza. Mrs. Condo’s maiden name was Opal Shew, and she formerly lived at Remington. Mrs. Charles Ramp returned home Monday from New Orleans, Louisiana, where she had been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Henry Regus, for the past few months. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Regus early in November. tin day morning was the coldest of the winter, thus far, local thermometers registering 10 degrees below zero, 2 degrees colder than Friday morning. Since then we have had it considerably warmer. The prophecy for today is “colder.” t _ Mr. and Mrs. Frank Alter and two children of Chicago, came last week for an indeflnte visit with their 'parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Q. Alter and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nevill. Their little son had been very sick and the lake breeze in Chicago did not agree with him, hence their leaving Chicago. It is their intention to go west in- a few months.

The public service commission has denied the pet. ‘on of the Crown Point Telephone Company, which asked the commission recently to permit it to raise its business telephone rate from $24 to $36 a year, and its home rate from $lB to $24. a study of the situation the commission found that no emergency exists since the company will receive approximately 6.07 per cent, on its investment in 1918,. Jesse Nowels and son Kenneth of Roselawn were in the city yesterday. Mr. Nowels met with another mishap last Thursday, when he was quite badly kicked by a horse, receiving a wound on the side of the head and a kick in the side which makes it difficult for him to use his entire right side. He is coming around alright, however, and will soon be ready for another knockout. He got his right hand badly injured in an ensilage cutter about three months ago, it will be remembered, from which he 'had barely (recovered when put out of business again last week. It is again time to apply for automobile licenses. Miss Mabel Nowels, notary public at The Democrat office, will be pleased to fill out and acknowledge your application . and send same in for you. Don’t wait until next month or the month after and run the risk of someone entering complaint and you having to pay a fine. Apply now. ts

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THE TWICE-A-WEEK DEMOCRAT

WILSON BACK IN FRENCH CAPITAL

President Will Sail for Home Feb- , ruary 12, Says Paris Dispatch. WILL TALK TO CONGRESS Has Another Enthusiastic Reception at Milan Where He Aflain Voices " His View on What Peace Conference Should Bring Forth. Paris, Jan. 7.—President Wilson will return to the United States about February 12 to attend the closing sessions of the present confess, according to present plans. He will make several addresses 'to congress, and after March 4 it is el_ pected will return to France to attend the peace conference. In his addresses to congress he will deal with the settlement of the w’ar and the establishment of a peace which it is hoped will be durable. In Parlt Todajf. President Wilson arrived^ 1 in Paris at eight o’clock this morning. There were no formalities over his arrival and he proceeded 'io the Muhat residence for a series of conferences which will begin to give concrete form to the work of the peace congress. Peace for Workers. Milan, Jan. 7.—President Wilspn voiced again his view that the working people of the world demanded from the coming peace conference not merely treaties of peace, but guarantees of the justice and future of the peace to be made. He declared his belief the social structure of the world rested on the great working classes and Iterated his conviction that the peace must be made with the sentiment of those classes constantly kept in view. The president made these declarations In his speech at the reception given by the municipality, his principal speech of the day. The reception to Mr. Wilson was a most enthusiastic one, both here and At Genoa, where he made a brief stop. ' Calls Genoa a Sanctuary. At Genoa, speaking in front of the statue of Columbus, President Wilson characterized Genoa as a sanctuary for America. He was deeply touched, he said, by the gift presented to him of the works of Mazzini and copies of autographs of Columbus. Students gave the president a student's cap, which he said he would be greatly honored in wearing. In Milan it seined as if al) the Inhabitants of the surrounding countryside had Jammed themselves into the squares and streets along the line of march. The president’s motorcar edged its way through with the greatest difficulty. The president called at the city hall, where the freedom of the city was bestowed upon him. He then proceeded to the royal, palace, where he received 'delegations, going thence to La Scala, where he dined.

SCHELDT FOR BRITISH USE

Holland Government to Permit Movement of Unarmed Troops. London, Jan. 7.—The following official statement has been Issued by the Dutch ministry for foreign affairs: “The British government, in connection witlj. its request that facilities should be granted it for the transport of provisions for the troops of occupation in Germany by Dutch waterways, particularly the Scheldt, has further expressed g desire to make use of this river for the demobilization of troops returning to their homes. “The Dutch government has replied has no objection to such transport provided that, in view of the special circumstances the transport shall not be regarded as a precedent, that the transport shall be made commercial, flag and shall not include munitions; that only officers shall carry arms, and that the Dutch authorities shall be Informed beforehand of each'transport."

GERMANS GET OUT OF ALSACE

Teutons Are Fleeing Colmar for Point* in Fatherland. Paris, Jan. 7.—Many Germans are leaving Colmar (in Alsace) and are returning to Germany, according to a Colmar dispatch to the Temps. Among those who have left recently were Mme. Muntzlnger, widow of a widely known barrister; Herr Volkmann, a photographer; District Judge Richard, Mme. von Mellenthln and daughter, and Professor Gnelsee, who was made celebrated as “Professor Knatchke” by Hansi, the-cartoonist. The professors, two doctors, a judge of an appeal court and the. military governor have been given permission to leave Metz and return to Germany. Their furniture will be sent to them later. „

SON OF KAISER GETS JOB

A. W. Hohenzollern Obtains Position With Auto Company. Copenhagen, Jan. 7.—Prince August Wilhelm, fourth son of the former kaisor, has obtained a job frith the Bena Automobile company, according to « Berlin dispatch.

<3 tribute to John Mnox G. 1 & D., A. P. O. 713, Peg. Mr. Thomas Knox. Rensselaer, Indiana. My dear Mr. Knoxj— I am eorry that it is my duty to write you of the paee tng away of your son John in our local hospital on Doc* bth, his death resulting suddenly from iobar pneumonia. I realize that it will be especially hard to receive this message after the war is ended. Had he died while the battle still was on, with a rifle in his hand at the front, it would have seemed more Jake a soldier’s death——more as you would have wished for a son of your’s. But all cannot be at the front. There is work here to do. And he died at his place of duty, doing well the task that was assigned him, as truly a soldier’s death as any. He was as truly as any a part of the great army that has saved the world from Prussian slavery. He died helping the battle for freedom and truth. He died a man's and a soldier’s death. I know that is what you would have wished. Christ died that men might be free and have Truth. In all ages since men have had to fight for these things, and always will until we get the nations organized on a better and more Christion basis. John died fighting a part of this fight. We laid him away in the new U. S. A. cemetery there, in a beautiful, quiet place between two groves of French pines. He had every military honor. Above us an American airplane was flying in great slow circles. Following the service three volleys were fired above the grave, the last salute to a soldier, and “Taps” was sounded. The service was tender and kindly in every way. His captain came down and accompanied the procession to the cemetery. He spoke very finely of John, saying that he was a fine man and a good soldier—facts which now give you memories of your boy worth more than gold. I have sent you a few of the shells used in the volleys at the grave, thinking you may be glad to have and keep these as sacred momentoes. It is the present purpose to bring home the bodies of our boys. With each is buried a metallic disc bearing name and number, and on the cross at the head of the grave is fastened another disc exactly similar, so that there may be no error. I will not try to add further words, for I know how small and empty they seem. But Ido want to say that John is not “dead.” He lives now as truly as ever. You have not lost him. Re is always yours. I know it is hard. But we have won the great struggle. Prussianism is crushed. The nations here are rescued and our own country saved from threatened later invasion. It has cost the lives of millions, one of which happens to be your boy. But this brings you into comradshdp with the fathers of the world who have given sons for the world’s freedom. And thus through the grief there shines a pride that your boy was one of those io offer to fight the world’s great fight, and that he did his part well. My sincerest sympathy goes to you. If in any way I can be of further assistance please let me know. Most sincerely yours, . EUGENE B. SMITH, Chaplain.

COUNTY EDUCATIONAL NOTES

William May of near Wolcott and a teacher at Fair Oaks last year, U located ,at Norfolk, Virginia, at the prcseht. He joined the na,vy and expected to go abroad, but the armistice has blighted his hopes. » Two of the teachers in Jasper county have changed* their names during the last month. Margaret Pettit, daughter of Trustee Pettit of Walker township, has been teaching for Trustee Poole in Hanging Grove township. She has changed her name te Margaret Pettit Hershman. Irene McAleer, teacher at Queen City in Milroy township, has changed her name to Irene McAleer Beaver. Both of these teachers will complete their terms with their new names signed to their monthly reports. Trustee Poole opened the McCoysburg school Monday. This school has 'been closed for more than two weeks on account of the flu. Miss Beatrice Tilton is teaching the McCoysburg school. AU other schools in Hanging Grove township are and have been running. Pleasant Grove in Barkley has been closed for more than a week opened again' Monday. Miss Day Jordan of the Newland schools is reported sick with the Influenza. Mips Lucy Rutledge took the train at Rensselaer for Rosejawn where shells teaching. Miss Rutledge tatight the Canada school in Barkley township last year. Township institutes were held in Wheatfield and Gillam townships last Saturday.. Virgie schools opened one day last week after a forced vacation

1918 - 1919 In reviewing the last year, we are pleasantly reminded of the business received from you. We extend our grateful appreciation. , Our efforts to merit the confidence of every customer have been rewarded by increased businass. We sincerely hope that you have enjoyed your share of the past . year’s success. With full realization of its possibilities, we turn to 1919 and earnestly ask for your cordial co-operation and renewed friendship. We shall earnestly strive to see that every transaction with you is characterized by fairness and careful consideration of your wishes. J•- 1 • ’ The G. E. Murray Company

of several weeks. It was then, closed again for another week or so. Mrs. Brown has been out of school a week on account of tho Influenza. She was t inching In the high school at Fair Oaks. Fair Oak& high school basket ball team was defeated at Goodland by the Goodland high school team, last Saturday night. Wheatfield/ was defeated at Medaryville by the Medaryville high school basket ball team on Christinas eve. The following schools in Jasper county are afiklng for commission* and renewals this year: Fair Oaks, Wheatfield, Tefft, and DemottoMr. Williams, the state high school Inspector, will be in Jasper county before spring.

NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION J Rensselaer, Indiana, I* November 1, 1918. To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that tho partnership lately existing between, us, the undersi cd, William <L pabcock and Albert R. carrying on the business of buying and selling grain, at Reno* selaer and other points in Jasper county* Indiana, under the firm name and style of Babcock & Hoy kins, was, on the first day of November, 1918, diet Ived fry mutual consent and In the futnro the business will be carried on by the said William C. Babcock alone, who will pay and discharge oil debts and liabilities and receive alt moneys payable to the late Arm. ALBERT R. HOPKINB, J-15 WILLIAM <J. BABCOCK, f Subscribe for The Democrat

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