Jasper County Democrat, Volume 22, Number 71, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 3 December 1919 — Page 1

Jasper County Democrat.

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DEMOCRATIC STATE COMMITTEE

Meets Tomorrow at Indianapolis to Elect a New Chairman. The Democratic state committee will meet at the Denison hotel in Indianapolis tomorrow lo select a successor to Fred Van Nuys, whose resignation as state chairman took effect Monday, on which date he entered the office of U. S. District Attorney L. Ert Slack, to familiarize himself with the work of the latter office to which he has been appointed to succeed Mr. Slack, whose resignation will take place soon. The Democratic state committee will be reorganized next May, and the chairman ty be selected tomorrow will serve until that time. Several names have been suggested for the place, among whom are Lew Ellingham of Decatur, former secretary of state, and Claude Bowers, former secretary to the late Senator John W. Kern.

JOHN MOORE CRITICALLY ILL

Stricken with Apoplexy While Visiting in Hammond. Mr. and Mrs. John Moore went up to Hammond the last of the week to (visit their son, Victor Moore, and family, and while there Mr. Moore suffered a severe stroke of apoplexy, and his condition is said to be 'very critical indeed. His daughter, Mrs. Alfred Randle, and another son, Joe Moore, were called to Hammond Monday evening by the condition of their father, but no word' had been received from them at this writing so far as The Democrat was able to learn. Mr. Moore is about 70 years of age and has been a resident of Barkley township for many years. He but recently moved to Rensselaer from the farm. Later —Mrs. Joe Moore received a card yesterday from Joe, stating that his father was no better.

NOTES FROM COUNTY HOSPITAL

Charles Meyers of Wheatfield was brought in Monday with a badly injured hand which he received while shredding corn. The hand is badly bruised and two fingers were amputated. Mrs. George Crockett of east of town and Mrs. Fred Chapman of this city underwent major operations Monday, this making the second one for the latter within the past week. Miss Lorene Warren had her tonsils removed Sunday. Beth Gaines, daughter of Frank Gaines of east of town, had her tonsils removed Saturday. Edward Gowland, son of Henry Gowland, was able return home Monday. He had a very severe cold, bordering on pneumonia. Miss Golda Bridgewater of Benton county, who was so badly injured Thanksgiving day by being accidentally shot in the head and shoulder, is showing some improvement. She is now conscious most of the time, can see some out of the right eye, but the left eye is entirely gone, the ball being removed Saturday. It is thought that the girl stands a chance now to live, but as yet she is unable to speak, the nerves of articulationseeming to be paralyzed. It is hoped, however, that this will be overcome in time.

ENGRAVED CALLING CARDS FOR CHRISTMAS Engraved calling cards make a very neat and acceptable Christmas gift, and The Democrat is in a position to fill orders for this class of work at very reasonable prices and of the very best of the engraver’s Satisfaction is guaranteed In every case. But don’t forget to place your orders for engraved work early. Ordlnarilly it takes from a week to 10 days to get this work back, but at the holiday season the engravers are almost swamped with orders and we should have three or four weeks to make suye of having the order filled on time. No orders will be taken with a guarantee of delivery after Dec. 5. ts NOTICE, REDMEN ' There will be election of officers, degree work and refreshments- at the hall Friday evening, Dec. 5. All members are requested to be present.—Advt. Read The Democrat for live news.

COURTHOUSE NEWS IN BRIEF

Interesting Paragraphs From Ilie Various Departments OF JASPER COUNTY CAPITOL Legal News Epitomized—Together With Other Notes Gathered by Us From the Various County Offices. Attorney Cope J. Hanley was in Danville, 111., Saturday on business. Lieut-Governor Edgar D. Bush, candidate for the Republican nomination for governor, is to speak at the court house Friday evening, Dec. 5. There were 'eight marriage licenses issued last month, against 13 fog the preceding month, and six for the corresponding,, month of 1918. Marriage licenses issued: Nov. 29, Lester Hilton of Gifford, aged 19 Oct. 14 Hast, farmer, and Ethel May Nuss, also of Gifford, aged 17 June 11 last, housekeeper. First marriage for each. Both being under age, male’s mother, Mrs. Alta May x Hilton, and female’s father, Jesse Franklin Nuss, gave consent to issuance of license. Married by Squire S. C. Irwin. Dec. 1, Ernest Harris of Remington, aged 24 Nov. 19 last, farmer, and Erma Minerva slark of Rensselaer, aged 18 Meh. 19 last, housekeeper. First marriage for each. The county commissioners met in regular session Monday and were still grinding yesterday. Following is a report of Monday’s proceedings: Bridge repair in Barkley township—Roe E. Yeoman allowed 1988, contract price in full, and cause dropped. Contract for completing the James Lane stone road in Newton township was let to F. A. Camjblin for $2,700, and the W. O Rowles stone road to B. J. Moore of Rensselaer for $6,576.80. The auditor presented certificate from the state board of tax commissioners approving bond issues in the Elias Arnold, C. L. Carr, F. L. Hoover stone roads. Clarence Stalbaum, contractor, was allowed $1,801.60 on the A. S. Barlow stone road. Contractor A. S. Keen allowed $1,347.50 on the B. W. Ellsworth stone road. Contractors Johnson and Salrln allowed $922.80 on the W. H. Gratner stone road.

The J. W- Kitchings stone road improvement in Jordan 'township was accepted. Contractor William Stalbaum allowed balance of $3,798, superintendent discharged and cause dropped. Contractors Johnson & (Hindley allowed $2,324.40 on the Joseph Kosta gravel road in Union township. County Treasurer May reported sale of the following stone road bonds to the Fletcher American Co. of Indianapolis at par and accrued interest: Jacob A. May, $18,000; John Rusk, $15,600; G. I. Thomas, $7,400. Contractor Hugh Yeoman was allowed $1,616 on the R. J. Yeoman stone road. The petition of C; M. Dewey for a highway improvement in Wheatfield township was referred to County Surveyor Nesbitt, and S. D. Clark and R. A. Mannan were appointed viewers, to meet Dec- 6. Same order was made in the S. D. Clark highway petition, except that Alfred Duggleby and W. D. Meyers were appointed viewers. An extension of time was granted to the January term for reports on the R. W. Poole, William Grube and D. W. Meyers petitions for road improvements. The petition of County Treasurer May to open temporary quarters at Remington and Wheatfield for the, collection of taxes 60 days prior to the last day for collection of same in May and November was granted and the treasurer was authorized to open such quarters and collect taxes at the above places in person or by deputy. The A. I. Sargent ditch hearing for set for Jan. 5. > The bond' of Auditor-elect Schuyler C. Robinson for SIO,OOO was filed and approved. The bond la signed by Schuyler C. Robinson George T. Logan, Eddie E. Rockwell, James W. Stevens, Paris T. Robinson, G. H- McLain, J. N. Leatherman, Charles W. Hanley and W. O. Rowles. The bond of Treasurer-elect John T. Biggs for $50,000, signed by John T. Biggs, Marie Biggs, William z Halller, Joe Hickman, William D. Meyers, A. S. Keene, W. B. McNeil, W. E- Boyle and Chas. May, was also approved. . Both Mr. Robinson and Mr. Biggs

RENSSELAER, JASPER COUNTY, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1919.

GAYLORD LONG IS MARRIED

4 Gaylord Long, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Long of this city, and who has been employed for some, time at the Rensselaer Garage, and Miss Vivian >Hnzqlbaker of Goodland, who has been employed as an operator in the local telephone exchange for the past few months, were married Sundpy at Ottawa, Ill.; it is understood. The yohng couple returned to Rensselaer yesterday morning and in the afternoon went to Goodland to visit the bride’s mother.

BOX SOCIAL There will be a box social and program, at the Union Consolidated school in Jordan township Friday evening, Dec. 5. Ladies please bring boxes and gentlemen bring well-filled pocketbooks. — HELEN PORTER and ZONA DILLON, Teachers.

J. M. CARR HURRIED TUESDAY

Old Citizen of Rensselaer Died Sunday Morning. James Monroe Carr, who had been a sufferer from cancer of the stomach for the past year or more A died at his home in the west part of town early Sunday morning. Deceased was 66 years, 8 months and 23 days .of age at the time of his death. On Nov. 17, 1877, he was united in marriage to Josephine Riley, to which union was born two children, John D., who preceded him in death about three years ago, and Mrs. John Copsey of Lafayette. The funeral was held at St. Augustine’s Catholic church yesterday morning at 9 o’clock and burial made in Mt. Calvary cemetery.

VOLUNTEERS DIG KANSAS COAL

Veterans of World War Enter Mines to Meet State’s Critical Needs. Pittsburg, Kan., Dec. 1. —Production of coal in the strip pits of the Pittsburg field by volunteer workers under the state receivership, plan began today and before dark operations were in full swing in four pits with three others' ready for work by morning. ‘ The- strip pit mines In the northern and southern districts of Crawford county were under military control tonight. Col. Perry M. Hoisington, fourth Kansas infantry, was in charge. A-, large proportion of the men wore army uniforms and on the shoulders of many were the insignia of the divisions with which they had served overseas. They were dressed for work. Heavy boots and hobnailed shoes had been worn on the battlefields* of France and again were doing service. Crowds of miners gathered tb see the incoming volunteers and expressed surprise at the size and evident strength of the men. In all, foflr carloads of guardsmen and volunteers reached Pittsburg today. Five hundred additional volunteer coal diggers tonight were sent to the Pittsburg district? to. work in the strip pits being operated by |he state, it was announced. This brings the total number of volunteers to approximately 900.

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THE TWICE-A-WEEK

GENERAL AND STATE NEWS

Telegraphic Reports From Many Parts ol tho Country. SHORT BITS OF THE UNUSUAL Happenings in the Nearby Cities and Towns—Matters of Minor Mention From Many Localities* SENATOR NEWBERRY INDICTED U. S. Grand Jury Returns Many Bills in Election {Frauds. Grand Rapids, Mich., Nov. 29.— Truman H. Newberry, United States senator from Michigan, 14 of his campaign lieutenants, and 120 lesser political lights of the state were indicted by a federal grand jury today on charges of election fraud, corruption, conspiracy and misuse of the mails. Two blanket Indictments were returned dealing with the primary and election campaigns of 1918 in which Henry Ford was Senator Newberry’s chief opponent. The first indictment charged that both federal and state laws were violated in that sums far in excess of legitimate expenses were used in the campaigns, The second indictment cites the affidavits which Senator 'Newberry made while serving at the Brooklyn navy yard in which he swore that no campaign money had been spent by him or with his knowledge.

Pleas of Guilty Are Entered Grand Rapids, Mich., Dec. I.— Unexpected progress was made today by federal officers in preparing the way for an early trial of the 135 men, including United States Senator Truman H. Newberry, who were Indicted by a federaj grand jury here late Saturday on charges of corruption, fraud and conspiracy in connection with the Newberry campaign in 1918. Service was secured on a number of those indicted and first arraignments were held before Judge C. W- Sessions today, half a dozen of the defendants appearing in court. Something of a sensation was caused today when two of those cited In the true bills but whose did not appear in the llAt announced Saturday came before Judge Sessions and pleaded guilty to counts contained in the indictments. These were William E. Rice, a Grand Rapids printer, who this morning pleaded guilty to conspiracy and was released under bond of SI,OOO, and Allie E. Moore, formerly a Grand Rapids newspaper man and later a publisher at Marquette, Mich., who pleaded guilty late today to four of six counts. Several others of the 121 whose names had been withheld pending issuance of the warrants, correctly suspected they had beeh named in indictment and appeared voluntarily in court today. That a bench warrant had z been issued for Senator Newberry was indicated today when it was announced that Clerk Charles Potter of the federal court had furnished United States Marshal O’Connor fwith one for each of the 135 persons indicted.

PUBLIC SALE DATES The Democrat has printed bills for the following public sales: Thursday, Dec. 11, Samuel Scott and G. B. ait residence of latter, 6 miles north and 2 miles east of Rensselaer. General sale, including horses, cattle, hogs, farm tools, etc. Friday, Dec. 12, Jesse Bringle, on the old George Pumphrey farm, 1 mile northeast of Julian. General sale, including horses, cattle, hogs, farm tools, etc. Tuesday, Dec. 16, T. G. Brown, on the Lida Conger farm, % mile west of Roselawn. General sale, including horses, cattle, hogs, farm tools, etc. • Wednesday, Dec. 17, Barney Kolhoff, 2 miles north and 1 mile west of Rensselaer. General sale, including horses, cattle, hogs, ensilage, hay, grain, farm tools, etc. Thursday, Dec. 18, Joe ghindelar, on the Carl Middlestadt farm, 2% miles southwest of Surrey. General sale, Including horses, cattle, hogs, farm tools, etc. * - . • r'jyr Best job work at Democrat office.

BENTON COUNTY TRIBUNE SOLD

A. J. Kitt Disposes of Republican County Orgah. A. J. Kitt sold the Benton County Tribune to Edgar Curry of Bloomington, Ind., who took possession of same Monday. Bro. Kitt says In his valedictory that his health has been so poor for several months that he could not give the attention to the paper that he should, and for this reason he de-, cided to retire and turn the tripod over to a younger man. The Tribune is the Republican organ of Benton county and' for the past two years or more has been owned and published by Mr. Kitt, who is an able writer and a newspaperman of over 40 years experience. The Democrat is sorry to see Bro. Kitt quit the game. To the new editor we extend greetings.

NO INDIANA MINERS RETURN

Refuse to 14 Per Cent Raise —Shortage Becoming Acute. Union coal miners In the Indiana field have refused to accept the 14% wage increase and return to work, and just what the situation will develop into in the next few days is hard to figure out at this time. Transportation lines and manufacturing plants are rapidly being affected by the shortage of fuel aqd in many cities the wartime reservations have been put 1» force. Unless a nearly normal output can be had soon many millions of employes in the various manufacturing districts will be thrown out of employment by the necessary closing down of the factories. More severe weather can be expected now and of course Increased use of fuel will be necessary to prevent great suffering throughout the entire country. The miners refuse the Increase offered and also refuse to go to work and leave the matter to arbitration, which is sufficient evidence that they know that they are asking more than they should in justice receive. It Is a bad situation Indeed, and only goes to show that the power of the labor unions should have been curbed long ago. Full justice should be meted out to the laborer, of course, as well as to the employer and the public, which is the great sufferer from these strlkdh that paralyze the Industries of the entire country.

DEP. U. S. REVENUE COLLECTOR

Peter J. Kruyer Found Dead in Office at South Bend. South Bend, Nov. 28.—Peter J. Kruyer, age 58, deputy United States Internal revenue collector for northern Indiana, and formerly collector for the entire state, was found dead here early today. The cause is not yet definitely determined. , When Fred Coker, janitor of the Federal building, went to Mr. Kruyer’s office at 6:15 o’clock, he ’saw the figure of the collector crotiched in his office chair, holding a string of beads in, his right hand, which was held across his breast, while a personal letter, addressed to his wife, lay on a desk by his side. No signs of violence were visible, only one light was burning In the room, and the doors were open. , Mr. Kruyer had gone to his office soon after 4 o’clock Thursday afternoon to get papers needed at a convention of district revenue chiefs at today. He was to have taken the 4:55 o’clock Vandalia train and, therefore, his family had not missed him. A handbag was open on one desk In the office with some others lying on the desk. Mr. Kruyer was married In 1882 to Jennie M. Schoner of Plymouth.) They had four children, one daughter Loretto and three sons, Cletus H., Wilfred and Walter.

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Vol. XXII. No. 71

U. S. STANDS PAT ON 14 PER GENT

Increase In Wage to Bituminous Coal Miners. peoplenottobestampedEd Further Concessions to Miners Means Three Years of Inflated Prices, Says* Palmer. Washington, D. C., Dec. I.— Attorney-General Palmer called upon the American people tonight “to refuse to be stampeded by threats of lack of coal into concessions which will insure unreasonably high prices Jn all commodities for at least three years to come.” A statement of the government’s attitude was made by the attorneygeneral in a telegram to the chamber of commerce at Moberly, Mo., froin which had come a request that another conference of operators and miners be called. Mr. Palmer opposed further conferences, saying wage increase proposals by Dr. Garfield equalized the average miner’s wage with the present high cost of living, without increasing the price of coal. This, he said, was fair to the miners and protected the public. “The cost of living is now at the high point,” Mr. Palmer said. “To grant these demands of the miners would make the cost of living still higher. The new wage conference would run three winters and therefore, would maintain a higher cost of living for substantially three years. Such a situation cannot be tolerated. “In addition to this Dr. Garfield suggested a consultative body to Investigate more completely the whole situation, to be composed of representatives in equal number of the miners and operators, and to be presided over by the secretary of the interior. Such a body would investigate, among other things, the profits of the operators. If these should be found to be unreasonably high, the public should receive the benefit in a decreased price of coal, after the miners have had their wages finally adjusted on a fair basis. I understand this plan is acceptable to the operators. If the miners return to work and agree to this plan, a way would be found immediately open forpermanent settlement.

“In the meantime, however, the operators have posted the advance in wages proposed by Dr. Garfield, so that working miners will immediately receive the benefit of this increase. The production of coal ncßv closely approximates 50% of normal and I have confidence that a sufficient number of miners will comply with the wishes of theif government and respond ,to the needs of the people to increase production, in the near future to a point which will supply the demand if economy and conservation in industry are employed. “Any other plan to reopen negotiations for a new wage scale between the miners and operators would be futile and would delay rather than advance production. As long as the leaders of the miners’ organizations believe that their unlawful strike will force the public into a condition of suffering and loss which will compel further increases of wages, continued conferences on the subject will only result in influencing miners not to return to work. “The situation calls for the steadsupport by the public of the government’s position as announced by Dr. Garfield. The public should refuse to be stampeded by threats of lack of fuel into concessions which will insure unreasonable prices in all commodities for at least three years to come.’’

WINTER STORAGE FOR CARS Tfie White Front Garage is ready for business and storage. First come, first served. Everybody wel- _ come.—KUBOSKE * WALTER. BOX SOCIAL At Canada school, Barkley township, Thursday evening, Dec. 4. Come and fish. Everyone welcome. —RUTH MURPtHY, Teacher.