Marshall County Independent, Volume 1, Number 13, Plymouth, Marshall County, 11 January 1895 — Page 1

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GREAT CLEARANCE

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CLOTHING, OVERCOATS. Duck Coats, Fine Trousers, Plush Caps, Men's, Women's and Children's Shoes and Rubber Goods. Trunks and Valises. N ECKWr, AR. AU kinds of Furnishings. Call on me and save money. MAYER ALLMAN.

Great Barf aims

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Queensware. We have a great variety and a splendid assort

ment in this line and are selling at exceedingly low prices. It will pay you to call and see us. Also a choice stock of Christmas Candies. Nussbaum & Mayer. A Fact which many good people overlook, or forget, in deciding where to get their EYE GLASSES and SPECTACLES, is properly fitted glasses are absolutely essential to correct the defects of the eyes. Improperly fitted glasses are most as bad as none. Did you know that

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has made glass fitting a study for several years and has purchased one of the finest Optical and Testing Cases and Lenses made ? He is here for legitimate business only. Away with the Quacks.

Hansen's Music Store DestroyedCaused by a Defective Flue.

Carl Luhr's Life Saved by a Cat.

Thursday morning about 2:30 o'clock Carl Luhr, who is in the employ of John Hansen and sleeps at the store, was aroused from his sleep by the frantic scratching and wailing of the ollice cat. Springing from his bed he discovered through the stillling smoke the entire front portion of the store in a mass of llames. He staggered out the back door, and after reviving somewhat, returned and secured his clothes. Carl hurried to the watch house on the corner of Michigau and LaPorte streets where he notified "Watchman Meed of the lire. The alarm was given and the company arrived in time to save the frame of the structure. By the assistance of outsiders two show cases, a few sheets of music and a few small instruments were saved. The whole stock comprising of two pianos, live organs, six guitars, nine violins, four mandolins, besides all the smaller instruments and goods were destroyed. It can be called a total loss. Outside of the stock that belonged to Mr. Hansen, there were instruments that belonged to the orchestra and mandolin club. Harry Corbin lost his mandolin, Geo. "Wiser a double bass, G. lilain a cello and J. Hoffman and Bert Bowells a violin each. Mr. Hansen informs us that his stock was insured for 31,000 in the Firemen's Fund and the Phoenix. The loss above the insurence he puts at $800. He will secure a new location immediately, and commence putting in a new stock. It is surely a surprise that the lire was not discovered sooner than it was. For without the air to fan it into a lively blaze, it must have been some time eating its way along the side of the roof and in the room. "We are informed that the owner of the property, will immediately proceed to erect a substantial building on the spot, and while the citizens of Plymouth sympathize with Mr. Hansen in his loss and hope to see him in a short time conducting his business with his old time vigor, yet it surely will be a satisfaction to know that a fine building

that will be a credit to our city, will be

erected upon this spot made vacant.

A Great Spread.

Thursday evening, Jan. 3, 1803, Our Lady of Loretto Council No. 33 C. 15. L.,

had a great love feast. After the in

stallation of their newly elected ollicers

by the deputy state chancellor, a splen

did banquet was spread by the lady friends of the council, and the evening

was spent in music, recitations, short ad dresses, papers, etc.

This is strictly a benevolent institu

tion, but this council does not confine

its charity simply to its members, but

has in the past four years distributed, clothing, provisions, etc., to those who were in need regardless of their religious belief, nationality or color, as a num-

of our citizens already know.

This council was organized Dec. 23, 18'JO, with fourteen charter members; it now has 23 members in good standing,

Below is a list of the members as taken

from the roll book:

1'ev. L. A. Moench Augustine CaraMn Michael llyan Peter J. Kruyer Jerome A. Hall Ken Welsh Ferdinand Eich Francis llar Anthony Kelier I-iwrenee F. 1 lager William Kober

.lames K. 1 lanes l'rosier A. Hall John P. Sullivan Dennis E. Walters .lohn Miller l'eter Keller tleorge II. Kruyer Charles L. Ulrich ltev. Edward Hoccard August 11. Keller John L. Keller

Edmund J. Hall. New Banking Hours.

The Plymouth State Bank and the

National Bank, have commenced a new mode of work regarding their opening and closing hours, for the benefit of their customers. From last Monday morning the hours will be from 8 a. nr to 12; from 1 p. m. to 4. The banks not

being open for the transaction of busi

ness from 7 to 9 o'clock in the evening as formerly. This we believe to be an excellent move, not only for the benefit

of those who are employed in the banks,

giving them a better opportunity to pre

pare their books for the next day's work, but does away with the tempting opportunity for those who might be inclined to transfer the large display of cash to their pockets which the dark hours of the night would completely cover. "While tho hours for tho transaction of business

have been continued for some time for

the benefit of their numerous customers there is no doubt that their patrons will

readily ayjopt tho new rule, when they

learn the reasons of the change.

A MODERN FACTORY.

Some Brief Facts Regarding the In

diana Novelty Manufacturing Co.'s Works.

It is always gratifying to the residents

of any city to know just what kind of manufacturing and industrial enterprise

is being conducted in their midst. The

Independent with a view to advanc

ing the interests of Plymouth will give

from week to week notices pertaining to

the various factories here and with that end in view we visited the works of the

Indiana Novelty Manufacturing Co.,

one day last week.

There are doubtless many citizens

here who have never been inside these

works, and consequently cannot imagine

the vast amount of skill and ingenuity displayed there, nor have they any ade

quate idea of the magnitude of the bus

iness conducted.

The buildings of the Indiana Novelty

Manufacturing Co., consist of a main

building 20xf0 ft., an addition of 18ix0

ft. with a line ollice building of.t wo stor

ies oOxfO ft. Passing through the ollice

and entering the main building we lind at

once much to interest us. "We are shown

first the various stages in the manufac

ture of the wooden bicycle rims that have made this factory famous. There are large amounts of lumber here and autimatic circular saws soon convert it

into strips suitable for bending. Then these strips are placed in a large steam

chamber where they are steamed until

they are capable of being bent. Taken

from this steaming room they are placed within a steel bending machine, turned around a cone and the two ends clamped together. Next these rough circles of heavy lumber are placed in the drying rooms where they are subjected to a steady heat until thoroughly dried and seasoned. After being dried, these circles are handed to the men who take charge of the jointing of these rims and this is without doubt the most interesting of any portion of the mechanicism of this factory. A series of circular saws revolving swiftly under the inlluence of enormous steam power cuts the peculiar

joint which holds the rim together. Af

ter being jointed and glued these rims

are allowed to dry for 24 hours and are then placed in two lathes one of which cuts and forms the outer, arid the other,

the inner side. Then they are handed

to the finishers who sandpaper and smooth them down and from there to the finishing department where they are first coated with hot oil to render the wood waterproof, after which they are varnished and polished and are ready to ship. Every piece of the special machinery used, and which is the invention of Geo. "W. Marble, works autimatically and an hour's visit to this factory will demonstrate the fact that an enormous amount of inventive ability and engineering skill has been utilized in the construction and manufacture of the various intricate machines used in the construction of these bicycle rims. It is only a few months ago that the idea of using a wooden rim for bicycles was looked upon with a certain amount of disfavor by the bicycle manufacturers throughout this country. Yet to-day every factory is using these rims and despite the fact that there are several firms manufacturing and placing upon the market wooden rims of one kind or another, the fact that the Indiana Novelty Manufacturing Company supplies ninty per cent, of all these goods used, is a good criterion of the value of these goods and speaks well for this company's efforts. The lumber used in the manufacture of these rims is known as Bock Elm and is brought here from "Wisconsin. In addition to this brand of manufacture this company also makes a large number of tennis racquets and base ball bats for the celebrated firm of Spaulding Bros., Chicago, and also a lino of fancy tables. The power for this factory is supplied by a 200 horse power Bass Corless engine which with a new 123 horse power boiler has just recently been added to this plant. At present the Indiana Novelty Manufacturing Company is running night and day and employs some hundred and fifty hands. A few days ago they closed a contract with the "Western Wheel Works, Chicago, for 43,000 wooden rims to be supplied during the next twelve months. They are receiving now about four car loads or an average of 43,000 feet of lumber from "Wisconsin every week. v Taken all in all this factory is an honor and a credit to Plymouth and one which will well repay a visit from all who are any way interested in machinery or mechanicism of any kind. Tho thanks of the Independent are extended to Mr. W. E. Shilt, who so kindly devoted his time, and. nuule our visit to the Novelty works so pleasant.

Railroad Accident. j trade and revenue, are like a feverish On Wednesday afternoon, while the j patit-nt wh-.se pulse is never imrmaP local freight on the Pennsylvania road, j l"t manufacturing industries, gives drawn by engine No. IUI, in charge of ; tone to the financial system, that is alEngineerltechtol and Fireman "Stormy" i ways lacking in the ("immunity that dutiable was backing up over the bridge, ! Krds alone upm the load of wheat or the engine and three loaded cars left j t"r" raised by the industrious farmers, the track. The cause of the accident. The days begin to lengthen, and ere is unknown. The probabilities, howev- j lg the opportunities will be propit iter, are that a defective switch was the j "s f('r these benefits. Let us put ur reason. The entire force of the train j shoulders to the wheel, and while some a s'stedby the section men, succeeded in j of mr enthusiastic neighbors removes a short time in replacing engine and I the '-bumps," push the beautiful city nf

cars on the track. As usual in such cases, the man who thought he knew it all, was there in force and many original ideas were advanced and a number of suggestions made by the bystanders. Some would recommend one means, others would advocate different, and if trainmen had endeavored to carry out even a small portion of the methods suggested, it is probable that these cars would have remained derailed to the present moment.

Plymouth up to the front rank. Resolutions of Respect. Besolutions adopted by the Plymouth Fire Department on the death of James Moor. Comrade Jas. Moor became a member of the Fire Department in the year 174, joining Torrent Hose Co., and continuously held a membership therein till the time of his death, Dec. 21, 1V.U. He served for sometime as chief of the

The only serious results of this mis-j department, and performed the various

hap was the displacing of two rails of the main track, but it is extremely fortunate that no more serious trouble curred. Of Interest to All. The Saturday Tribune of South Bend, published quite an extended article in regard to equipping the new naval vessel of the United States Navy, Indiana, with a library and silver service. It is the intention of our beautiful state to contribute the amount of money necessary to nurchase the above mentioned articles, and not only feel a kindred pride in our patriotic efforts, but follow out the plans that have been promulgated by other states. We confidently believe that the amount necessary to make these purchases will, as soon as understood by the people of Indiana, be forth coming. The Tribune enters into a graphic account of the matter and has announced itself as willing to receive all contributions for this worthy purpose, and will receive these donations under the head of the Battle Ship Fund. What public-spirited man of Plymouth will take the initiative in this movement? This notable effort should be at once taken up, and let us fall in line with our sister cities throughout the state who are moving forward in this commendable cause.

Time to Move. The Independent is in Plymouth for a purpose, and that purpose is to use as far as lies within its power, all honorable means to advance the interests of Plymouth and Marshall county. At all times and under all circumstances work for its advancement and tell of its advantages as a home for capital.

which is seeking a place for investment, and in every way possible to assist our citizens to reach out and grasp these opportunities that are presented to wideawake communities for their benefits. These benefits as a rule cost a little money; but after once Secured, the results cannot be acurately demonstrated in dollars and cents. There is no doubt if the actual location of Plymouth, with its enormous body of pure water which underlies it, ready to spring fourth from its confines at the touch of the drill, to assist in the work of progression, was announced to the hundreds, yes, we can consistently say thousands, of sagacious capitalists, who are looking for just what we have to give them, propositions would come in thick and fast. These are not idle vaporings. The people of Plymouth should awake to these great advantages they have, and let the world know of them. Do not depend alone upon your Business Men's Association to do all the work. They need your assistance and encouragement. Make it a practice when away from home to attempt to at least, to convince them with whom you come in contact, that you live in one of the grandest, the best, the most fertile the Eden of Indiana, the greatest hustling geographical center, located on the footstool of the great Jehovah. Contribute of your money for this work, tell it to the stranger who may be within your gates, even for a night. Show him a flowing well that cannot be competed with this side of the Dakotas. Do this, and the news will be carried throughout the length and breadth of the land, that Plymouth, Indiana, is just the spot most desired for those S3eking locations. Give this an honest careful and conscientious thought, fellow citizens, and see if you are doing your duty. We know such things are essential for the growth and prosperity of a town, as meat and drink are to a growing child. Agricultural pursuits, while they stimulate and in reality are a necessity to trade, they never ad to population in a large degree; and the community that depends alone upon this source for

duties of his ollice to the credit of himself and its members. Therefore, be it Besolved, That the members of this department all unite in testifying to the fact that in all the relations of hie Comrade Moor conducted himself as an honorable, upright, conscientious man and fireman, in every particular. Lud as such we revere his memory and deplore his loss. Besolved, That our sincere and heartfelt sympathies are hereby extended to his wife and children, and other relatives, and that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the "family of the deceased, and that the same be spread upon the records of this department, and also sent to the city papers for publication. Signed, Adam E. Wise, ) C. B. Leonard, Committee. A. B. Underwood. ) Late Literary News. An old-fashioned sea story full of interest and adventure, with a strong love motive, is begun by W. Clark Bussell in the January Cosmopolitan. "Ouida succeeds Froude, Gosse, Lang, and other distinguished writers with an instalment of the 'Great Passions of History' series, which has been appearing in The Cosmopolitan. A discussion is aroused by Mr. Edward Bok's article on "The Young Man and The Church," which will consume tons of ink before it is settled. Just preceding the famous Charcot's death he prepared an article for The Cosmopolitan on Pasteur, to be published Tafter Pasteur's death. But Charcot has died first, and so with the consent of Charcot's executors, the article is given now. The present "Theatrical Season in New York" is critically considered by Mr. James S. Metcalfe, editor of Life, and there are stories by Tour-

gee, iioweiis, anu the lamous Irenen writer Francois Coppee. Minstrel. Something new in local theatrical amusement is promised for Monday, January 28, at the Opera House, where a complete minstrel program will be presented by local amateurs assisted by well known professional talent. The musical portion will be under the direction of John Hansen and will be one of the most enjoyable features of the program. Judging from the rehearsals which are now in progress, it is safe to say that this minstrel performance will be one of the best amateur entertainments ever offered in Plymouth. The time honored custom of musical first part followed by an olio of specialties will be adhered to and the costumes and draperies of silk, satin and plush which have been provided for the first part, all said to be georgeous and beautiful.

Farmer's Institute. Plymouth, Ind., Jan. 8, 1893. Editok Independent, Plymouth, Ind. Dear Sir: Will you please insert the following notice in your excellent paper: "The annual meeting of the farmer's Institute of Marshall CoM Ind., will be held in the Opera-House, Plymouth, Ind., on Monday and Tuesday the 4th and 5th of February 1S93. The foreign speakers assigned for the occasion are T. B. Terry, Hudson, Ohio, and CaL Husselman, Auburn, Ind. There will be a full program interspersed with music and recitations etc. A good time is anticipated. Let everybody turn out, and enjoy the interchange of ideas pertaining to the farm and farm life. Wm. Erwin, President. J. A'. Vangilder, Secretary.

I. O.O. F. Notice. Americus Lodge No. 91, I. O. O. F will nominate and elect three trustees for the ensuing year. Grs Wolf, Secretary Americus Lodge,