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Woman's Artistic Taste. With all that is being said about the new woman and the growing disposition to trench upon the long accepted sphere and duties of man by the fair sex, it always will be that the duty of beautifying the home belongs emphatically to woman's sphere. The inherent love of beauty in women so far exceeds that of man and they have so much better and more refined tastes in all home and family matters that they take a genuine pleasure in all the litte adorments which make home cheerful and pleasant. County Institute. The 20th, Annual County Institute will convene at court-room in Plymouth at 9 a. m., August 20. A. II. Yoder, of San Francisco, and M. Seiler, ofTerre Haute are the instructors. Prof. Miller, of ltochester, conducts the music. Profs. Swain, II. B. Brown, State Supt Greeting, W. A. Bell and Supt. W. W. Pfrimmer are expected during the week. The public invited. Respectfully S. S.Fisii, County Supt.

Athletic Entertainment. The following notice of an athletic contest in which Fred Greenburg of this city is to participate has been handed us: An athletic entertainment has been arranged to take place at the Armory hall in Bremen on Friday evening, Aug. 10th, in which Fred Greenburg, of Plymouth, champion of Indiana, and Vern f W. Ilardenbrook, of Walkerton, will contest in an eight round sparring match, with six ounce gloves, according to Marquis of Queensberry rules. A ( number of bouts will take place before the main event comes off. Doors open at 8:30 p. m. General admission 50c.

How Did it End. We always like a good thing, and ever are on the alert to catch something through our exchanges, that is of a romantic turn. The News, LaGrange, Illinois, must be constructed upon the same basis, for in an issue some time ago it gave the following to its readers without even cracking a smile: Last Saturday two Loys had been fishing for turtles; wlien they returned home they left their trout line with some meat on the hook in the j cellar and the old family cat came along and took the bait, hook and all. When she discovered she was caught she became frantic and ran out into the yard,

and in some manner one of the hooks got through the fence where the cow was grazing and became fastened in her tongue. The struggle that ensued between the cat and cow can better be imagined than described. The discordant sounds of the mewing of the infuriated cat and the bellowing of the excited cov aroused the neighborhood. At LaPaz. From Tuesday's Daily. A representative of the indkpendknt visited the little hustling city of La Pa, this morning, and in his ramblings saw a great many things that were of interest. We met Mr. Wm. Costello, the correspondent of this paper at that place, who was enthusiastic of his home town. We strolled into the branch hardware store of Kctcham & Wilson's, and there found our friend Wilson in charge, en

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joying his usual health and meeting his numerous customers with that irresistable smile. David Rothenberger took us in tow, promising to show us the numerous industries and introduce us to the citizens, lie fulfilled his part of the agreement in such a manner, that it was a continuous hand shaking. We interviewed Dr. Denniston, who by the way, is the man that has received the reputation among his friends in LaPazof helping to depopulate that section of the county and transfering them to Georgia. He looks as though he was enjoying the lull benefits of life. Next we strolled through the commodious stave factory owned and operated by Mr. Henry Greg, whom we found to be a social gentleman. The little city of LaPaz can truly be proud of this industry that covers a large area of land, and provides employment for a large number of its inhabitants. Mr. Greg, though busy, took the time to give us a few pointers regarding the increasing business. Dr. Hamilton was seen as he was returning from a professional call, and reports his practice as keeping him busy. Mr. Leonard Logan, one of the progressive business men of that place, is on the sick list. His large stock of goods is being removed from the old stand into another building better located for his line of trade, where they will remain until a new building is erected. We interviewed Mr. Logan at his residence and learned his large business house, work upon which has already been commenced, will be rapidly pushed to completion. It will be a two story brick structure 44x00, and a great monument to the progressiveness of that pleasant gentleman. It would be impossible to enumerate the host of pleasant acquaintences made in that little city, but will give a more omprehensive report at our next visit. Sheep Killing By Dogs. Sheep killing and maiming by dogs is becoming so common in this township that the farmers are becoming desperate and many of them keep guns loaded and ready to shoot every dog that trespasses on their property, and cannot be blamed for it either. These men own their ground and raise sheep for a profit, many of them taking great pride in having fine grades to which they devote much care in breeding and rearing only to come out some morning to find part of them dead, some maimed and torn t) such an extent that it is a mercy to put an end to their existence. The writer is a lover and admirer of dogs but it does seem strange to us that any man who owns a good dog should allow him to run at large where he can doJ him no good at all but like a wild boy learn nothing but bad habits. An underbred dog is goxl for nothing for once crossed he is bred back toward the wolf and that means treachery. A thoroughbred dog has no inclination to destroy any domestic animal but rather is inclined to protect them, but by bad training when young may lose all virtue of breeding. If you own a good dog keep him at home where you can get the most good of him and ho cannot annoy your neighbors or destroy the property of others. Advertising rates of the Daily Indli'KMjknt will be quoted on application.

COMMON GU PROCEEDINGS. The Ordinance Compelling Eicyeiists to Carry Lanterns at Night docs not Become Law. Michigan Street Uridge Will Receive a long needed coat of paint. When the common council was called to order last evening, before the regular order of business was taken up Mr. C P. Druinmoiul appeared before that body in behalf of his clients, Fred Hill and (.'lern lilain, stating that on circus day they had been illegally charged and compelled to pay a license for conducting stands in front of their respective stores on Michigan street. Each had vigorously protested against ii at the. time and only paid when placed under arrest and then only under threats and coercion. Their claims were presented in the form of bills of one dollar each and that body was asked to return to them the money which they claimed was collected from them illegally. The city attorney replied, citing the law and ordinance on which the license was collected and stating that the only reason they were not charged more was because the prosecution desired to be as lenient as possible. Moved by O'Keefe, seconded by Gretzinger that the money b2 refunded. The roll was called and the motion defeated. Messrs. Gretzinger, Maxey,and O'Keefe voted aye. At this point Mr. Drummond stated that their claims were handed in as accounts and could only be disposed of as accounts. It was moved by O'Keefe that the accounts be paid. Moved by Tibbitts as an amendment that the accounts be laid on the table until the next regular meeting. The motion was carried, Alderman O'Keefe voting no. The treasurer's report was received and laid on the table until the next meeting. The following bills were presented: Edw. Giller, 15 hrs. special police service 8 2 25 J. E. Dentz, making scraper and wrench 3 00 Frank Chaney, 15 hrs. special police service . 2 25 Wm. Manuel, labor 14 38 Ray Schroeder, " 12 50 Lemuel Rhodes " 13 75 Chas Hoppy " 8 00 ltobt. McKague" 10 C:J West Thomas " ß 25 W.E.Iieynolds 44 with team... 17 50 W. E. Reynolds, street commis'nr 2U 75 Chas Ebil, labor 10 00 Geo.Longmore, " 18 25 J. Lechlitner, " 7 50 Dame Grippen, bal. due on tax. . 2 25 J. E. Dentz, bolts and labor 50 J. C. Dutler, engineer 30 00 H. E. Duck, nails 7 5 Frank Fertig, hauling 2-" Moses K. Leland, bal. due on tax 2 31 Julius Kost, bolts and labor 1 50 IxDKrKNDENT, printing 2C 50 Standard Oil Co, oil 125 CO Gretzinger A: Southworth, cross walk stone 10 FOR SPECIAL POLICE SERVICE: Chas. Worthington 1 50 Erwin Keisch 2 25 John Gullen 2 25 K. J. lientz 2 25 Frank Gillispie 2 25 Julius Gose 1 50 Fred Greenburg 75 Jas. Swearingen 1 50 Chas. Lewis 1 50 Howard Kelley 150 Wm. McDuffy 1 50 Dame Grippen 1 50 Ira Lower 2 25 F. M. Stout 150 Henry Hank, llagstones 7 20 Lincoln G ilk, hauling 2 45 It was recommended that the bills of Chas. Lewis and Frank Gillispie be laid over. Moved and seconded that the bills be allowed with the exception of those two. All voted aye and the motion carried. Under the head of ordinances, the ordinance committee brought up the ordinance to compel bicycle riders toh ive a bell attached in day time and a light at night to warn people of their approach. This was on the third reading and after some parleying, the portion requiring the bell to be attached in day time was stricken out, the ordinance now requiring ail parties riding within the city limits .after night to carry a light attached to their wheel to warn people of their approach. Moved by Tibbetts and seconded that the ordinance be passed as now read on the third reading. The motion was lost. The committee on streets reported that the Michigan street bridge over Yellow river was in a bad condition and needed tightening up, cleaning and painting. It was moved and seconded that the street and alley committee be empowered to go ahead and do the work as recommended. Carried. This was the last business of importance transacted although several other questions were taken up and argued but no definite action was taken.

The Independent has more original matter than any other paper in the county. Only 81.50 per year,

Newspaper Influence. The oyer v.e:.i;:g iu;i!;encc ;he newspaper i:i every avocat'on. pursuit interest in ti i is country is now acknowledge; by ii'! iiiteüig. M p"r It has g"l:c:i to l.e one of the ni's'. noted eiuLv.' t eristics of the American people that they have a passion for familiarizing themselves with the contests of the latest paper. In the family, on the lailroad, in the shop, store, oüice, hotel, everywhere the inevitable newspaper is sought and perused. The entire adult population of this country with comparatively very few exceptions are newspaper readers. It may be said that at least ninety per cent of all the families of the United .States receive and read regularly one or more daily or weekly paper, besides some ninthly periodical. The other ten percent read oecasional papers. The reading of the papers has therefore become universal. There is moreover no profession, trade, occupation, calling or class without its special or?an or paper. livery religious denomination, every society of prominence, and every industrial pursuit has its papers. Taking these facts into consideration, it establishes the fact of the overpowering inlluence of the newspaper press, and its predominance as an educational power to be greater than all other agencies combined. The views of the child are molded and controlled mainly by the parent, and nowadays the parent is dependent largely upon the newspaper for his sentiments and opinions upon all questions, moral, ethical, religious, political, industrial, or domestic, liven the pulpit is educated and influenced by the newspapers. Many a fine thought or sentiment elu-. cidated from the sacred desk had its origin in the brain of a newspaper edit or, and having been dressed in spiritual or Sunday-go-to-meeting garb, is presented on Sabbath day for the edification of some congregation. The great papers perhaps by way of exchange, the next morning gather up and spread broadcast to the immense congregation of non church goers all over the land the sermons of twenty or thirty of the most distinguished' preachers in the country. The newspapers of the daylay the foundation, in fact build the entire superstructure of public opinion.

T:ot Weather. Notwithstanding that the weather bureau has promised cooler weather for four or five successive days the expanded mercury still indicates torrid heat. The enervating effect of the heat of the last few days has extended to people of all classes and has even shown itself within the sacred precincts of the city hall where that tired feeling that the American people have been told so much about w as noticable befoie Monday night's session of the council came to an end. The water melon is in good demand and is exhibited in all business districts at a very moderate price. If it contains any virtue as a corrector of kidney troubles now is the season for the afUicted to improve their seasonal 'e opportunity. Irl L. Hicks promises for this month a storm period for about every alternate four days. Dangerous storm conditions are to prevail from the U'th to the 22d, and earthquake shivers are promised. It seems quite likely that violent atmospheric and electrical disturbances are likely to follow a season of quiet and intense dry heat and that before any marked change in weather conditions occurs severe storms may come. This is a particularly dangerous season for children whose diet is not closely watched and the slighest symtom of illness should be treated as a serious matter. The complications that are likely to follow a usually harmless illness may come in such rapid succession that all efforts to check their development may be barren of results. The complaints common to children are aggrevated by the heat and made doubly dangerous. Fishing seems to be good and many Plymouthites are daily braving the sweltering heat with varying results Some fishers are known to return with goodly strings of shining beauties and by them the piscatory sport is said to be good. Those who are so unskilled in the science of fishing as to have to buy messes of fish to take home to satisfy their wives that they have been to one of the lakes at all, do not talk much about it. Those who have thought that the summer girl is but a creation of fertile imagination must now confess to error in thinking, for the summer girl is in Plymouth in all her loveliness, with her full complement of pretty costumes, captivating manners, and entrancing smiles. She is hero because there is hardly a better place anywhec for her, and admirers are plentiful.

ADDITIONAL LOCAL. The aMeii'lasHV 'N'.ü 1 .; v.vek :: a!.o:;t 22 A iri was :;oj n ., Mr. a:..i : vm jt I. !!; l' ner Monday .'::;.;. A return game of ball wlli !.e played with the Xappanees at the fair ground Friday August b". A special Fxamination for teachers license will be hold at the Ward School building Saturday August 17th, beginning at 7:.'M a. m. The City Treasurer's report was received and placed on tile by the common council Monday evening instead of being laid on the table as previously stated. Joseph Heiler, the pick-pocket, who was bound over for trial, has deposited the cash for his bond and gai .ed his liberty until the next term of Circuit Court. Miss Mary Iirowngave a party Tuesday evening in honor of her cousin Miss Grace Drown, of South Dend, and Miss Clara Stein, of Chicago. A good time is reported. Wm. M. Pooler of the novelty works who has suffered severely from a srtain, for a week past is rapidly recovering and will be able to resume work again next Monday. Prosecuting Attorney James Houghton of Plymouth was in town Saturday on business, and made this ollice a pleasant call. Jim is the same jolly fellow as before. Dremen Enquirer. The reunion of the Veterans of the Mexican war will take place at Delleville, 111., on August 10th 20th and 21st. Mr. J. S. Langenbaugh, of this city will leave Saturday to attend this gathering. Found: A leather wallet containing notes and other private papers, supposed to belong to Fritz Martin. Owner may have it by proving property and paying for this notice, at Laporte Street Dakery. The city ordinances of Plymouth are being revised under the direction of City Attorney Logan. The revision is much needed and has been for some time. The work is now progressing rapidly. The Pekin Times very truthfully and forcibly and appropriately declares 'When the devil cau't get behind the preacher in any other way he some times joins the church and then leads the opposition." Mrs. D. F. Moore is removing her millinery stock into the old stand in the Allem an building on north Michigan street, which has been remodled, painted, papered, etc., making it a most desirable location. C. L. Switzer met with a painful accident Monday. He stepped on a board at the Novelty Works through which a nail protruded. It punctured the sole of his shoe and entered the ball of the

foot making a severe and painful wound. The true test as to whether a woman is a good housekeeper, is not obtained by looking into her parlor but in her kitchen and cellar. Neither is the test of a man's manner his conduct at a party, but in his own home and dining room. That little story about the Hammond drummer and the bedbug seems to be doing business yet. That story was brought to the front several years ago, by Opie P. Dead, of the "Arkansaw Traveler," but that bedbug is a persist ent fellow, and has a long life. The Michigan City News puts it about right when it says: When a man, or a newspaper has had its toes stepped upon from one cause or another; or, by the hustling of competitors is left in the rear.it is as natural for them to growl and grumble as it is for water to seek its level. The Y. P. S. C. F., of the Presbyterian church will give a lawn social at the residence of Mrs. 1). F. Moore, corner Walnut and Adams street, this evening August 10th, 1805. Ice cream, Lemonade and Melons will be served. The Mandolin Orchestra will be there. Every one invited. A whole carload of watermelons were received at the Pittsburg depot Monday evening from Ft. Wayne for transfer to tho Vandalia. They were in a very bad state of decay and the Vandalia refused to accept them. Mr Danes ordered them unloaded and telegraphed for an order for the section men to bury them. A few years ago when a number of the young people of Chicago visited our city under the direction of Fresh Air Fund, Jacob 15isno, was among that number and resided with the family of Mr. A. C. Hume. He has not forgotten the pleasure of that first sojourn and has returned to make them a visit. He will remain several days. It is hard for any man who believes firmly and conscientiously in any line

to l.e i'i'it u ;r!;!. a ' v. ays a-1 -as. t l:e!-e are ; . ; :.y : v. h -e v:-v. .- ,;:v .'' !;! U'!:n proper i::e!!:-.".-..ce. , If 11 s'v and i:.t. a! wavs 1:1 the same line !.eie w- KM ! trouble in controlling nat! :ia! ai.'ahs to the be-t interest 0 ; A gentleman who lias made tho I matter a study says the time i üeistroy burdock and thistles is when ithey are in bloom. P.urdock is a j biennial plant, the first year it grows j like a turnip seed, makes r.o stalk, j and if cut down at the surface of the j ground, will sprout and brand! ut, I ; but if allowed to grow until the t-ee-ond year, and cut when m bloom, ail is over with that plant.--llocheer l'epublican. There are two kinds of hand-shakers that one meets occasionally that he would just as soon not meet. The one in Ottering you his hand holds out one or two fingers in a grudging sort of way that sends a cold chill running up your spinal column. The other is the fellow who doesn't take his hand away but lets it remain helplessly in yours, leaving you to wonder what to Uo with it and how you are ever going to get away. --Ex. What is sorely needed 111 all classes of society is a curb on slander and back biting, making gossip a social sin as well as bad form. People who are aiming to improve their minds and grow in knowledge with the age are not the ones whose tongues run at random. They lind too much of inteiest in the world of art, litature and science to claim their attention and words to waste their time recapitulating the shortcomings, doings and misdoings of their iioighhc rs and their friends. (iarrett Clipper. One of our citizens knowing that L. A. Kloepfer was going to leave for Europe some two months ago jotted down the date and hour the last time be saw him before he departed. This was June 5, 1805, at 5:30 p. m. He also made a note of the first time he saw him after his return which was August 12, 1805 at 3:40. The peculiar point of the whole thing is that he saw him at exactly the same spot on the street both times away from his business, and away from his home. Columbia City, has after weeks of patient and industrious elfort prepared to give a commercial carnival, which will be produced next Monday and Tuesday evening. A greater portion of the business houses will be represented. It is said that the female loveliness that will be presented upon this important occasion cannot be eclipsed by any other city of like size in thestate. "Living pictures" are also advertised tobe seen upon this occasion. Guess we will have to take this unique entertainment in. An exchange is fair in its criticism when it says that soma people are so anxious to avoid paying the home merchants legitimate margin they really be lieve any fairy tale told them by vlicktongued traveling frauds who are entire strangers to them. Ninety-nine out of a hundred of the 'soft snaps" offered by these fellows are swindles. The best plan is to patronize the home merchants. They help pay a very large part of the taxes, help support the churches, the schools, etc. and are citizens among us. They are responsible for tho goods they sell, and could be found at any time should any thing be wrong or goods not as represented. The following is the result of an analysis of a cigarette, made recently by a physician: "The tobacco was found to be strongly impregnated with opium while the wrapper, which was warranted to be rice paper, was proved to be the commonest kind of white paper, whitened with arsenic. The two poisons combined were present in sufficient quantities to create in the smoker a habit of using opium without his being aware of it, his craving for which can only be satisfied by an incessant consumtion of cigarettes." These facts would be suflicient to stop the maimfecture of anything less insiduoiu in its intlueuce. Michigan City News. Indiana as a state will not exhibit at the Atlanta exposition. The reason therefore is thus explained by the Indianapolis Journal: ,4The matter was not mentioned, or in fact, it was not known that any states would make exhibits until after the legislature had ad journed and then it was too late to make an appropriation for the purpose. At the request of the exposition officials Cov. Matthews has appointed a women's board and a board of colored people, who will endeavor to make exhibits of their handiwork, but outside of this it is not known that there will be any exhibit other than the manufacturers ot the state will make."

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