Hammond Times, Volume 4, Number 218, Hammond, Lake County, 4 March 1910 — Page 6

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THE 7HXE3,

Friday, March 4, 1910.

NEWS OF THE COUNTY SEAT

A Shameful Case. i One of the worst pieces of criminal work ever brought to light In Crown Point was bared to the public graze last evening when Delbert Gibbs, a man of some forty years of age, was arrested charged with mistreating Myrtle McColley, the nlne-yeaT-old daughter of Orrin McColley. Sheriff Grant and his deputies are responsible for discovering the nefarious wcrk of Gibbs, and have enough evidence on the man -to make his chances of freedom ,for many years to corrie very slim and uncertain. According to what has been disclosed, GJbbs and McColley, the father of the little girl, have been living in the Oser house on South East street for some 'time. The place has long been under the suspicion of Sheriff

Grant, but not until Sunday, when the girl's grandparents went to see her td get her to leave the place, was there anything to substantiate that any- . thing was really wrong in the man's actions. Upon being requested to turn the girl over to his keeping by the .girl's grandparent, Gibbs positively refused to do so, and although there is absolutely no relationship between Gibbs and the girl she seemed, willing and anxious to stay with him. Sheriff Grant was called over from the county Jail near by and quickly settled the matter as far as Gibbs keeping the . child at the East street place was concerned. Gibbs, however, persisted in his attentions to the girl, and it was this fact that made the subsequent. Investigations by the sheriff's force end resulted In Gibbs being arrested on the serious charge. It is' said the little fiflrl has revealed a shocking tale of perfidy to women engaged to hear her evidence, and a doctor's examination strongly bore out tha - story related by the unwilling lips of the young child. The preliminary hearing will take place before Judge McMahan this'morrring and no doubt Gibbs will be bound ' over ! to the circuit court under heavy bond, With McColley in Jail for chicken stealing and the grave

charge against Gibbs. tne officers hope they have broken up a gang of lawbreakers that have "been guilty of many petty and serious crimes, and while others are also under strict surveillance at present the officers are determined to sift the matter to the bottom and make an example of the principal offenders.

Chicken Thieves Tried. The two chicken -thieves, Orrin Mc

Colley and Oates. were let off In rathep

easy manner yesterday by a jury hear

ing their cases in the circuit court, and but for the fact that the prosecutor failed to make mention of McColle's previous criminal record in the afjdavlt, he escaped a possible penitentiary sentence. McColley was fined $30 and costs and sixty days in the county Jail, with two years dlsenfranchisement. Oates was fined by his Jury the sum of one dollar, sixty days in the county jail and two, years disfranchisement. Edwin Knight, the county poor lawyer, defended the two chicken thieves, while Deputy Prosecutor Smith had charge of the state's case. The men were only charged with petit larceny and but for that fact their sentences were not near as severe as several on both Juries would have exacted if It could have been possible. Both men on being sentenced by Judge McMahan were severely reprimanded, and in the event of any future trouble from they they will be severely dealt with. It Is hoped this will put an end to the nefarious work of chicken thievery, in Crown Point, and if it Is not successful woe betide thenext fellow caught for the same offense.

It has been noised around Crown Point that the possibility of Attorney Otto J. Bruce donning his armor and entering the political arena is not a remote one, and vhlle tin vel l:nnv.i lawyer who is now so diligently prosecuting the blind pig cases at Crown Point, neither denies or affirms the rumor, there is a strong suspicion

tha such "will be the case. Bruce has a following that woultfVcertainly have to be reckoned with should he decide to become a factor in the coming political campaign. Of course, : it would be the shoes of the prosecuting attorney that Bruce would play for, and that hu has strong political backing to wage a successful campaign is only too evi

dent. . Bruce himself is noncommittal on the subject, and no one questions him when they hear his "I haven't time for politics just now, thank you. The members of the Christian Endeavor society are going to give another supper on March 17. Look for further particulars;

The Junibr Endeavor society xt ' ,the Presbyterian church will give a "doll social" at the parlors Friday evening, March 11. There will be exhibited real live dolls' that can talk and sing. Everybody come "Refreshments. .Admission 10 cents. . - ? Jules Howland has Sold another of his "Elmwood" ! addltioTi lots on- Court street to a; gentleman: from Beecher,

III., by the name of H. H. Asche. .Mr.1

ABche, It Is reported, will erect a handsome dwelling on the property recently purchased.' - . Miss , Edith Pettlbone will take the place of Miss Rose .Schmal as teacher in the south watd school, while Miss Schmal Is recuperating from a siege of ill health. TV. R, Curtis returned yesterday from Indianapolis, where he attended the meeting of the Indiana State Superintendents', Association at the state capital. Mr. and Mrs. J. S., Crawford delightfully entertained a party of gentlemen and lady friends at a 6 o'clock dinner last evening at their home on South Main street. A most enjoyable time Is reported. James Trost of Hammond transacted business In Crown Point yesterday. Yesterday was a busy . day for the marriage license clerks at this place.

WHITING NEWS

THIS NEWSPAPER IS THE TRADE PAPER OF THE CONSUMERS OP THIS CITY OP THE PEOPLE WHO

BUY THE HOME SUPPLIES,

The , sermon theme to. be used by Rv. T.r. n. Wrlffht at th M. rhurch

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Three Fold Strength of the Church," and in the evening "The Master and Money." Mr. Edwin Gray will sing at , the evening services. ., Rev. F. Af. Webster, pastor of the Plymouth Congregational church, will preach on Sunday morning - from the theme: "The Master's Command to Proceed." The sermon will be followed by the Lord's supper and the reception of new members. In the evening-the theme will be the "Choice of Life.'' There will be special ' music

furnished by a large chorus choir under the direction of D. D.- Lash. Mr. .Lash will sing at one of these services. The church extends a cordial invitation to all. . Rev. F. M. Webster and wife most pleasantly entertained., the former's Sunday school class at their home in Laporte avenue on Wednesday evening. The evening was spent, in playing games and refreshments were served. A club was formed, of which Gladys Harper was elected president, Gladys Oefflnger vice" president and Marian Beaubien secretary. Those in attendance were Misses Delia Goldrick, Ida Cook, Marian Beaubien, , Marie Rlttman, Amanda Canner, Orvilla Baumgarten, Gladys Harper, Gladys Oefflnger, Louise Mattern, Olive Carlson,. Esther Evans and Irene and Evelyn Stewart.

Messrs. Jacob and Abe Gordon and Louis Bernstein, all of Chie'ago, were guests of . Joseph Bersteln of One Hundred and Nineteenth street. Hugh M. Atkin moved his family yesterday from his flat over their store to their home in Laporte avenue. Mrs. John Keller very pleasantly entertained several friends at her home In Sheridan avenue Wednesday afternoon. . The story hour will be held at the public library tomorrow morning for grades 5 and 6 of all schools from 9:30 to 11 a. m.

The "birthday party" In honor of

the 5th anniversary of the W. IV M. A. bf the M. E. church and thank offering meeting, held at the M. E. church; proved to be a most enjoyable event. The Foreign Missionary society makes a pleasant feature of these anniversary

occasions, and one that is eagerly anticipated by the members. Mrs. F. N. Sheets failed , to arrive . to, make her address, but Miss Elisabeth Martin, the Standard Bearers' missionary from China, kindly consented to fill In the time, and entertained the large audience with reminiscences- of her seven years' experience in China and of her hopes of the work among the Chinese for years to come. Mrs. Dunning delighted the company with'a beautifully executed piano solo and a telling leaflet on giving was read . bef dre the collection was taken, which resulted in a generous, thank offering. The birthday party was held in the parlors, which were decorated with the flags of all nations and pictures relating to mission

ary work. . Delicious refreshments were . served by the committee in charge, -Consisting of Misses Richards and Stover, .Mesdames Stephens, Hows, Charles Johnson, Urie, Brenner, Oakley, Carey, Misses Kelfe and Tanner. The

birthday cake, decorated with its five

diminutive candles,- was passed around

to the "guests to be admired and par

taken of, and the occasion was voted

a most succa;Rful affair.

The- young people of the Christian

church will give a "dark social" in the Recht building next Tuesday -evening.

Mrs. Benjamin Oakley of Ohio avenue is entertaining her sister, Mrs. William

Scott of Michigan. A large crowd of Whiting people attended a recital given by Mrs. Paradls" school of music, in Chicago, which was held in Bessemer Assembly hall, SCouth Chicago, Wednesday evening. Of those who took part from Whiting were Miss Myrtle Ingraham, Roy Ingraham and Edward Frankowski. Edward Frankowski gave a violin solo, which was well rendered and well received. Miss Ingraham gave a violin solo and also played in a trio on the piano. Roy Ingraham gave one of his renditions on his violin, of which

he is rapidly becoming a master of..

and South Chicago people certainly appreciate good music, for he was applauded more than any other number on the program., Both of the Ingra-

hams are members ot Mrs. Paradis'

advanced class.

The fourth lecture of the public school course wlllv be held tonight, when Prof. Walter D. Scott of Northwestern university will give a exposition on "Hypnotism," Prof. Scott Is head of the department of psychology at the university, and is well versed on this subject. Races Three teams compete at East Chicago Rink Friday night., 3-2t

HOB ART. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Boyd and family of Merrtllville visited with Mrs. Boyd's mother yesterday. The Gary Masons will hold a special meeting this evening -in the Hobart Masonic hall. The Unitarian Ladies' Aid Alliance are making preparations to give a "married peopreV dance in the near future. Miss Edith Smaller is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Simons at Hammond for a few days. R- L. Hatchfleld of South Bend transacted business in town yesterday. , Mrs. Barney, who has been sick for the past few weeks, is somewhat improved. The postofflee whirii . ,

ed in the Roper building was moved last evenine to Its ,... .

- ' M " 1 tci c in I lie Lniyer block, corner Third and Center streets. Outside of the cities, it is said, that Hobart has one of the best quarters in the state.

two children. The horses were caught near Stallbohm's bridge. "The wedding of Mr. Terpstra anS Miss Decker occurred Wednesday They will occupy. the new house built Or Mr. Terpstra's farm. They have tha well wishes of their many friends. 4 HIGHLANDS. 1 Mr. and Mrs. J. Wietflied and Ml and Mrs. DeJoug attended the wedi ding of their sister yesterday after noon. Mr. and Mrs. Bellng and sons anJ daughter moved to Wisconsin yes

teraay.

MUNSTER. Louis Dettrich moved his family to Hammond Wednesday. Mr. Dettrich lived on the Schreiber farm, better known as the Wilson farm. Mr. Fredrlcks has rented his saloon to Peter Yanwllllgan, who took possession on March 1. Mr. Walter's horses ran away yesterday, narrowly escaping a collision

with a buggy occupied by a lady and

Corn Meal for the Hair. A young lady dropped into the parlors of a Fifth avenue -hair specialist the other day, says The Beauty Magazine. The French woman in charge conde-, scended to tell some of, the secrets ofL the profession. "My pompadour treatment is the most successful thing in vogue," she said. "The hair is taken down, shaken out and wet wth gasoline. It dries quickly, and when put up is found free from grease and dust. The gasoline should be used with the greatest care and never at night or In tha presence of a lighted gas Jet or lamp. It takes a very few drops, the quantity depending on the color and the texture of the hair. With blond hair I follow this up with the cornmeal-brushing, a very coarse grade of yellow corn meal

being shaken on the hair and then carefully brushed out. It Is astonishing, to see howfluffy the hair appears after this treatment, and for days it remains in position, requiring no rats, puffs or braids." Asked what was the safest and best home preparation for keeping; the hair healthy and restoring prematurely gray hair to its natural color, "Madame" spoke very highly of the liquid tonic and hair food known as HAT'S HAIR HEALTH. This preparation has been on the market over twenty years and can be found at all good drug stores in 50-cent and dollar bottles. Its. great success comes from the fact that it nourlnshes the roots ot the hair. HAY'S HAIR HEALTH is sold bfl

Kaufmann & Wolf and Otto Negele.

GASH

The great Cash Furniture Business in Northern Indiana comes to us because we have the RIGHT GOODS AT THE RIGHT PRICES. Good Furniture does not cost as much as some stores' try to make you think It does. A study of the magnificent values cannot fall to impress you with the advisibility to buy now.

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By far the greatest Credit Business In Northern Indiana Is ours, because we do not find It necessary to walk In the narrow path of precedent, but upon the broad high way of "The Golden Rule." We base our action towards our many cumtomers and friends. We protect our customers during sickness and while out of work.

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Positively the Year's Most Important Event in

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Hammond's Largest Store, Sale " of : Homsdiolcl

L:t,iix uiggest .Furniture month we've ever had at The Biff Store! Give over MamTi tn xnoh TTnmitnm cAiiim

yorth of Furniture at prices that speak for themselves! Look at these" bargains in these bed,, springs, rnattreTsel" ii ttlsse-tl and library furniture. Remember they are but a few out of thousands of pieces offered at prices that can never again be equaled. uimuue-uiis aimng room, parior

$9 Enamel Bed at 4.75

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This Elegant Bookcase 10.50

Enamel Bed, like cut, Rococo style; all sizes; coated with high grade enamel; worth $9, special March , Furniture Sale only 4.75. - .

35.00 Parlor Suit (3 Pieces) 22.50

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They are made of solid

quarter sawed oak, very

elaborately carved; oval

bent glass door; French

plate mirror; hand rubbed and polished; worth 18.00,

offset sale, 10.50.

Solid Oak Chif

fonier 5.98

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The Only Insured Sewing Machine"

12.00 Chiffonier, full size, solid oak or mahogany finish; large French beveled -mirror exactly as shown. Offset sale 5.98.

You Must See " THE FREE"

to Appreciate We want you to see and try "THE FREE"

in your own home that is the only way to learn what a wonderful perfect machine it is and what it can do. , "THE FREE" runs lighter. "THE FREE" is more beautiful. "THE FREE" makes a more perfect stitch. "THE FREE" lasts longer than any other machine in the world. You'll find scores of other srood points that make you anxious to own one. One Dollar a Week Will Do.

AtlirrtfiTJ QnPrinl Saturday, March 5th., only. A beauUcV jJCCIcH tiful Fruit or Game Picture In relief and most handsome color effects; see window display; 1325 f Inches. Saturday only A rj Q

Sectional Bookcases Model Stack 16.25

No argument Is need to convince progressive men and women that a "Humphrey" Sectional Bookcase is "the" kind to own. Buy the "Humphrey" it tells its own story. Model stack 16.25. '

This Sideboard 16.25

Like cut. quarter sawed oak, highly polished, extra large base, carved top with large French beveled mirror, worth 25.00. Offset saler 16.25.

A Brass Bed Bargain Unequaled 25.75 value at 16.50

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Exactly as shown, strongly made, twoInch continuous posts; high grade 6ply French lacquer. A 25.75 value, special priced for this sale only 16.50. 25.00 Turkish Rockers 1S.OO

We Are Hammond's Sole Agents for the Famous

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Mission Library Table

Just come in and see It. That's all we ask, and you'll understand why so many people come to us for their furniture. Exactly like

cut, 4.93.

Elastic Felt Mattress 6.95

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rnrr This Beautiful Hall I ll L L Mirrori exactly as shown I with purchase of $25 and up. I This is a most useful gift and one that ( should be appreciated; 18x30 inch frame; is highly ornamented ; mirror incased In 10inch square, surrounded by three all-brass

double hooks. During this sale only. (All Goods Marked in Plain Figures.) ...

Rocker Special 98c Strong substantial Bed

room Rocker, either cane or saddle seat; hardwood

throughout; "nicely finish

ed; worth 2.00. Offset sale 98c -

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Now Is the time to take baby out riding. If you "want a Reed Carriage, Perambulator or English GoCart, a Folding or Collapsible Cart, you'll find our assortment complete; all colors; all styles at prices to suit everybody's pocket book. "Allwins" up from 5.75.

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Diner like cut, full saddle or cane seat, golden oak

finish; worth 1.50. Offset!

sale 98c

Quality in Floor Coverings

You can't afford to buy a Rug every year or so; neither can you afford to buy one that will look shabby soon. Get the benefit of our experience, accept the protection which it assures. Ours Is the largest carpet and rug department in Northern Indiana. Our prices will be an agreeable revelation to you. Make us prove It! 20.00 Pedestal Table at 12.75.

"THE OWEN" Bed Davenport Positively shows no outward evidence qf containing a luxurious bed. fitted with spring and elastic felt mattress, providing an absolutely comfortable sleeping place. All the faults and short comings formerly existing In Bed Davenports are eliminated, not a single feature of clumsiness can be observed.

Wet carrythe "O WEN" In every popular wood and any upholstering you may .desire.. Prices dependon frame and carvine from

100.00 down to 35.00 ' (See Saturday's Window Demonstration.)

At Last We Have Found the Kitchen Cabinet "The La-fa-yet." 18.00

Before buying a Kitchen Cabinet this spring we Invito you to visit our department. If we can't show you the best goods at a saving from 20 to 40 per cent we will not urge you to buy.