Hammond Times, Volume 11, Number 171, Hammond, Lake County, 8 January 1917 — Page 4

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FRIGHTENED TO DEATH? After the results of the post-mortem have been considered and all the evidence at the coroner's inquest heard, last week's mystery in the Calumet region has simmered down to the analysis that Mike Pustarits, a giant "Whiting foreigner, standing over six feet in height and weighing more than 200 round3, died, for no reason at all, while a patient in the offices of some soealied medical specialists. The fact that Dr. B. W. Chidlaw, coroner's physlfian, states he was told by the "specialists" shortly after the tragedy that Pustarits had been given an electrical treatment and the testimony of Dr. -Tates at the inquest that he hadn't seen the man and he was just being prepared for a treatment, doesn't appear to matter. The public must be satisfied with the fact that the foreigner died while in the prime of health, without apparent cause or justification, and that the so-called medical specialists go merrily on reaping the dollars. After viewing the horrible wax figures that decorate the offices of the "specialists" and reading the literature scattered by firms of that character, it is not hard to believe that the method of success in catering to foreigners Is to frighten them, and that Pustarits may have been really scared to death. It is possible, too, that when the "specialists" told Pustarits what it would cost to cure him that he threw a fatal fit.

AN ANGLIC AN-ROMAJf UNITY. A Washington writer on ecclesiastical topics is reported to have private advices from Rome to the effect the pope is about to create a commission of cardinals to bring about a reunion of Christianity and the cultivation of rriendly relations with the Anglican church. More than twenty years ago 'he question of dogmatic unity and submission to the holy see was discussed, but without effect, when Leo XIU. was pope. There has been a tendency toward Christian unity. In England the attitude toward the papacy took on a significant change at the outbreak of the great war. Britain sent a minister to the Vatican, establishing once more a legation that had been closed for centuries and placing the country on a footing, as far as diplomatic relations are concerned, with Beveral other European powers. If there is not fusion the future bodes that at least therevill be more cordial relations In England and in her colonies between Episcopalians and Roman Catholics. The definitive basis of English efforts may be found during the past two generations of much legislation distasteful to Oatholio citizens, statutes that barred them from many civil perogative3. In this country, where religious lines of cleavage are not marked by the same sharpness, the topic of Christian unity has engaged leaders of many denominations. Christians of all denominations will have to take into consideration the changes brought about (by the alliances with countries of the orthodox faith. England and France will have to reckon more with Russia In future relations and the persistent Intolerance of the czar's country, especially in Poland, Is something that cannot persist unless it Is detrimental to its neighbors. Unless there is an understanding between the Slavs and their more western believers in Christ undesirable results may follow. The statement that the Vatican considers the Anglican church as a possible link between Roman Catholicism and Russian orthodoxy is founded on a showing of fact. A few years ago the possibilities of a union of th Russian church with that of England were widely discussed and it was not the first time that this has been done, for as far back as the seventeenth century it was a potenl subject. If the alliances and resultant conditions of the great war should bring about a more unified form of Christianity this conflict, a3 THE TIMES has previously pointed out, may bear far more Important fruits than we anticipate. As horrible as the war is the balance sheet, we venture to predict, ultimately will show gains in more than material things.

RUSSIAN

That tha year 1916 will go down in Russian history as the most significant in the betterment of its people is the declaration of a man who has been studying the subject for a group of newspapers. He says that during this year the common people seem to have found themselves and their place in the empire. Not even the liberation of the serfs meant so much. There has been the remarkable come-back of Russia in the war, the dvelopment of. her industries, the way in which the people have banded themselves together to help the nation. Organization and co-operation sound like new words when applied to the apathetic, heterogeneous Russian of the past. Altogether, what with the enforced Jacklng-up of physical well-being caused by the anti-vodka edict, and the mental and spiritual stimulus of becoming a united people In the face of a common danger, Russia has begun a pretty definite march on the path of progress.

THE FUNCTION OF THE HIGH SCHOOL. In a sermon at Akron, O., Rev. J. M. Johnson of Gary, in criticizing the Bchool system of his own town, is reported as having said that the Gary schools do not even fit students for college. An investigation would show otherwise; the graduation certificates of Gary students are accepted at many higher institutions of learning. There are many Gary graduates doing suc-

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cessful work in colleges and in universities. Some have been graduated. From a close observation of the Gary schools,- we have seen that Mr. Wirt and hlg associates hold to the belief that the function of the high school is primarily to give a general education, for in Gary, as in most other working communities, when students leave high school they are bidding farewell to their school days. It is held in Gary that the schools should be primarily for the 90 per cent who do not (purpose to enter college rather than for the 10 per cent who do. The college in America has exerted an unfortunate influence on the high school, insisting on courses of study that are not of practical utility for young people who can't enter a higher institution of learning. Too many educators in America have been making the high school fit for college rather than for life. Mr. "Wirt, of course, believes in fitting for both, but if they are not going to college he believes in fitting them for good citizens. Unless it is a place where wealthy people reside and where all students are to be further educated, the community that has school authorities who operate the high -school as a preparatory academy for the college should at once change the system or the instructors. As the schools belong to the public, the schools should naturally supply the kind of education that the public requires.

3nndom Things and Flings WHAT this country seems to need Just now is a leak-proof peace mes-,' sage. "PR. HURTY blames rats for h'gh living costs." Rats is a good name. OH, TES! Isn't it about time for us j to be getting the plans for the celebration of St. Patrick's day?? SPEAKING of "blind tigers" they can't see, of course. And the same affliction seems to affect the authorities. ONE thing we're not worrying about is just who is governor of Arizona. "BRIDGEPORT, CONN. The aud ience gathered to hear his speech advoeating birth control and had to wait an hour -for Dr. Simon Katzoff while he was "welcoming another citizen into; the world." TACT that the rope-making industry in being revived in Mexico indicates that politician will be able to pass out the usual gifts. AMERICAN munition industries have become so efficient and o patriotic that the Bethlehem steel plant is willing to charge the United States navy $262 more for each 16-inch shell than for what an English concern will make them. 60 FAR the city primary campaign has been quiet at Gary, there being only eight candidates for mayor. There is no excitement at all. Beyond an election fraud probe by the federal grand jury, a revolution against the machine's political methods, an uprising in the Balkan quarter, charges of graft and vice, an attempt to impeach the mayor, the move on the part of certain shrewd gentlement to get away with a $300,000 sewer contract and a street car franchise, while stirring up & racket, and rivalries between ward bosses, the Burface of the political seas are calm. CROWN POINT Jan.ua.7y 6 Crown Point citizens are wrestling with an epidemic of grippe, dozens of families having one or more sick with the regular yearly malady. George Sherman was obliged to discontinue the harvesting of Ice at FinCher Lake on account of the soft weather. About two thirds of the crop has been harvested and Mr. Sherman will be obliged to wait for another cold spell for the balance of the crop. Mayor E. A. Kroat 1 confined to his home with an attack of rrlpP. Lowell sent up a big bunch of rooters to the basketball game last evening and the high school gymnasium was crowded to Its capacity. Vr. Bloede will soon commence the erection of the big addition to the Main Street garage, and when the building is completed Mr. Bloede will have control of one of the largest automobile store rooms and garages in this part of the state. Contactor Henry Downey of Hammond transacted business here yesterday. Dance at Spring Hill Grove, Wednesday. Jan. 10th. Free dancing. 1-6-S The recent ordinance passed by the city council but still unapproved by the mayor, sems to be meeting with a favorable reception by Crown Point citizens, who are anxious to reduce the insurance rates and adopt a standard for electrio wiring and work In the city. Under the new order the work must meet the approval of the state inspectors and be according to the adopted specifications of the underwriters. This will add somewhat to the cost of some wiring on work that has heretofore being roughed In and unsafely done, but it Is thought that the added cost will be aaved many times in lessened Insurance rates and a much lowered fire hazard. The inspection charges will only be a nominal sum, not any more than the average builder would be perfectly willing to pay. In determining whether he was getting his work done according to the specifications for which he was investing his money. The mayor is thoroughly investigating the merits and demerits of the ordinance and is delaying his approval until he is convinced of Its advantages. Crown Point music lovers, and Central Music hall was packed with them About

on Saturday evening, were given a rare treat In a musical way when the Zedeler Symphonic Sextette entertained them. The orchestra's appearance was the third number on the Fortnightly musical entertaJnment course and was eaily the beset attraction appearing bo far, and this Is said with n- hoiiB-ht t

disparage the merit of the preceding entertainments. Every member of the sextette waa a finished musician, their difficult solo parts ranking them among the best on the stage. Their ensemble numbers were esneciallv nlenslno- their rendition displaying an unexcelled volume of harmony and technique that put them In the class unusual. The Zedelers can always be assured of a good audience should their fortunes s-.nd them to Crown Toint at any time in the future. The funeral of the five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sehmelter. living on Grant street, will occur today, the burial to be at the East Gary cemetery. The litle girl died Friday at a Chicago hospital fol lowing a transfusion of blood operation In which a quart of blood was taken from the veins of her father in an effort to save her life, the child being afflicted with aenemia. The heroic sacrifice, however, was unavailing, the little one failing to respond to the treatment. The parents have the sympathy of the community in their affliction. The pool and billiard tournament at the Commercial club rooms Is creating a great deal of Interest among the competing merribers, and the matches have progressed far enough to get a line on the players. Ed Glover in the biliard, and Fred Horst in the pool games have shown the best form up to the present time and have the highest percentage of games. About two dozen members are entered in each contest and it will be some time before the final games are played. Mayor Krost Is recovering from an attack of the grip at his home on East street. Dr. A. H. Farley and Fulacl Kendolph visited with friends in Chicago yesterday. The latest cold snap has again put the ice in good shope for harvesting and It is expected that George Sherman and his force of men will resume their work In harvesting the balance of the summer's eupply today or tomorrow. ROBERTSDAxi Mrs. Butcher of Cleveland avenue, was called to Elkhart, Ind., Friday, by the death of her brother. Mrs. Emma Coughran of Chicago, is spending a few weeks at the Christensen home on Amy avenue. Mrs. Emil Hllderbi and t and Mrs. Eugene Biesen were guests at a birthday party at the home of their sister, Mrs. Livingstone of East Side, yesterday. Mrs. Frank Spoara of 116th street, visited friends in Hammond, Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Sturgis of Roberts avenue, are the parents of a baby boy. Mother and son are reported doing nicely. Mrs. Edson Moore returned home from Lowell, Ind., where she spent ereval weeka visiting her mother, Mrs. Conrad Bbert. The funeral of Mrs. George Spiscak who died at her home In Myrtle avenue Friday morning after an Illness of several months, was held Sunday morning at the St. John church. James Landon spent the week-end In Hyde Park, visiting at the Shepperd home. Mr. and Mrs. John Melvln of Atchison avenue, entertained a number of friends at their home Saturday evening. The guests spent a delightful evening in card and muslo until 10:30 when a dainty luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Schaefer were guests of the lotter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Bahn of East Side, yesterday. Mrs. A. M. Marti of Myrtle avenue, entertained a number of little folks Saturday afternoon In honor of her son, Milton's birthday anniversary. Mrs. Joseph Hannapel and children of Chicago, epent Saturday here visiting her mother. Mrs. Richard Schaaf. Mrs. Caroline Landon of Amy avenue, is 111 with the grip. Mrs. James Hays of Lincoln avenue, entertained the members of the Independent Pedro club at her home Friday afternoon. Several games of Pedro were played and prizes were won by Mesdames Lee, Ehrat, Canner and Gothe. A number of friends tendered Miss Grace Turley a pleasant surprise party Friday evening in honor of her birthday anniversary. Carl Sellgcr of East Side, visited at the Eggers home in Lake avenue, yesterday.

IN POLITICS

POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS To the Voters of Gary: At the urgent solicitation of a large number of Gary citizens who believe that Gary's greatest need for the fu ture Is a clean, honest and energetic business administration, I hereby announce that I will be a candidate for the republican nomination for mayor of Gary, at the primaries to be held in March. 1917, or at a later date as may be designated by the legislature. 1-3-tf JOUM A. BP-EN NAN. FOR MAYOR I desire to announce to the voters of Gary that I am a candidate for the re publican nomination for mayor of the city, at the coming city Primary, and ask the support of all republican voters who believe that the people of Gary are entitled to an administration of. for and by the people of Gary. 1-6-tf FRANK' W. SMITH. Whiting And Its People iivx or villus Keaponslbillty and Resources Over l,000.0Ji U0 Open Evening. Princess Theatre tonight. Cleo Ridgely and Wallace Reed in "The Selfish Woman," a splendid drama In five acts. Also a Paramount Pictos:raph. Admission 5 and 10c. 1-8-1 Mlas Annie Kovacia and Andrew Hlduch were united in marriage at St John's Slavok church by Father Benedict, on Saturday. David J. Pinkerton of Wanatah, Ind., was the guest of Whiting friends and relatives here on Saturday. Donald Spurrier of Oliver street, who has been spending his vacation here, has resumed hiH studies at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Mrs. Leo Helman and daughter Flor ence of Hammond, visited Mrs. Charles Helman on Saturday. Mrs. William Shinn entertained the members of the Ex-Councillars' club of the D. of L. at her home in Cleveland avenue. A very pleasant evening was spent and refreshments were served. Mrs. Mary Hayes entertained the members of the Independent Pedro club at her home in Lincoln avenue. Prizes were awarded to Mesdames Lee, Ehrat, Canner and Gothe. The Methodist Ladles' Aid society will hold a silver tea next Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Engler, 304 Sheridan avenue. Those to assist the hostess are Mesdamese O'Hara. Shade and Huggins. All members are invited to attend. The Epworth league of the M. E. church will hold Its regular business meeting Tuesday evening at the parsonage on Sheridan avenue. After the meeting ah abbreviated social will be held. AH members are urged to be present. Mra. John P. Hendrlckson who is at the South Shore hospital In Chicago, is feeling much Improved, her condition now being quite encouraging. Miss Anna Stover who has been suffering with pleurisy, is Improving. George B. Soltwedel spent yesterday with his family at Laporte. Winfleld Brock returned home Saturday from Rockville, Ind., where he has been for several months for the benefit of his health. He Is greatly Improved. Miss Emma Kasch surprised her many friends by her marriage to Henry Rigner of Hammond, conductor No. 108 on the Hammond, Whiting & East Chicago car line. The wedding took place at Kankakee. 111., last Tuesday, the day the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Kasch of Robertsdale, celebrated their twenty-sixth wedding anniversary. The bride and groom, both of whom are well known in this district, wll reside in the Kasch flat In Indiana boulevard. Lee Clark who has been visiting his parents here, has returned to his home in Beloit. Wis. Mrs. Clark and bu.by will return home next Friday. Rev. John B. Berg preached his forewen sermon at the Sacred Heart church yesterday, which was a fitting climax for the many excellent cervices he has given during his long pastorate In this city. The members of the church as well as a number of protestants attended the different masses and many ears were shed as Father Berg told of his appreciation of their actions and fa 520-22 Chicago

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vors to him during his stay here. Father Berg wil take charge of his new pas- ; torate at Hammond In St. Joseph's . church next week. Father Miller of Fort Wayne, who is to succeed Father Berg, will not be here for over a week, but an assistant will arrive to take charge by next Sunday. The basketball game between the Bessemer A. C. of South Chicago, and the Polarines of Whiting, broke up in a row on Saturday nixht. with the score 20 to 16 in favor of the visiting team. The arguing of the Bessemer spectators throughout the game wound up in several coming to blows, with the result that the police were called to the scene. Mike SI o seen hop and S. W. Barrett, both of 3059 East Ninety-first street. South Chicago, were arrested on the charge of riot, but wf re released on the furnulahing of $25 cash bonds. Although no one was Injured In the fracas the affair nevertheless, was very exciting, as disturbances of this kind rarely happen In this "peaceful little city." The Eastern Stars will have their annual installation of officers this evening at which several guests will be present. A fine program has ben prepared and a luncheon will be sered. A Uv nempaper tor people wtto are still on earth that's what THE TIMES Is.

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i i LOWELL . Senator Thomaa Grant visited hi; family here Saturday and yesterday. H returned to his duties at Indianxpoi: last evening. Will Cox of Hammond, visited re.tives here yesterday. Mr. and Mra Frank Fraahour Shelby. were the guests of her paren" Mr. and Aire. Na.Lhan Worley here : terday. Mr. and Mra. Will Whiting of Hj mond. visited relatives heire yesterdT County Agent S. J. Craig and fair.: of Crown Point, viarited friends in I,o ell yesterday. County Treasurer Mat Brown 3; County Commissioner James Bla': went to Indianapolis, lairt evening attend the Inauguration of Govsrr.; Goodrich today. Mr", and Mrs. George Hatter of R0.1 oke, Ind.. visited Mr. and Mrs. C. Gragg here yesterday. Rev. S. O. Landis ha resigned pastor of the Christian church he: and will re-enter the evangelistic fie' He preached his farewell sermon ia. evening and left for West Virgin w"here he will hold a series of revivr meetings. Mr. and Mrs. C. TT. Karon were Han mond visitors Saturday evening. Women ar with Erery Box world. In box, 10c 2Se. PHONE motto. G1v ma a trial By C. A. VoigfrK i i

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