Rensselaer Republican, Volume 14, Number 38, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 June 1882 — RENSSELAER. [ARTICLE]

RENSSELAER.

A History of Business Development. Our Business Men and What They are Doing. E- BrownAm?ng all classes there is a desire to dress well, and m order to do so, it is necessary to patronize the Merchant Tailor, so that a neat fitting and stylish suit may be had by having it made to order. The leading establishment of this kind in Rensselaer is that of E. Brown, on the corner of Washington and Front streets, which is under the management of Mr. Charles Lyon, a gentleman who has had a large experience in handling fabrics. In connection with the merchant tailoring trade which"this house makes a specialty of is a stock of ready made clothing for men and boys together with furnishing goods, and a fine line of shirts collars, cuffs, and hats and caps. In the line of piece goods the variety is the largest and finest ever exhibin this city, and just now some elegant new spring patterns are being shown, which will compare favorably with like goods shown in larger cities. In examining the same we s<?e English, Scotch and French suitings,cassimeres and English and German worsteds, and imported and domestic cloths, and a particularly attractive line of fancy and light colored goods fcr summer and dress pants. The cutter Mr. Dan, McNally has had an experience of 20 years in

cutting an J making clothing, and has kept pace with the art. We have seen some fine dress and business suits gotten up by him whose style and tit reflect credit on his skill hs a cutter and manufacturer. An important feature of all these suits is that the best trimmings fire used wnich is appreciated by customers, as ordininarily tne linings wear out long before a suit does. The best reports on prevailing styles ara used by Mr. McNally, and he makes it a point to please all customers. The prices of suits gotten up at this house is much below those charged by Merchant tailors in other places for the same class of gooffs. Making a specialty of Merchant tailoring the best and most stylish good sare. handled and just now the spring stock is unusually attractive. A force of competent hands are employed in the establishment, among which are a coat and a pants maker cf firstclass reputation. The ready made clothing for men, boys nnd children embrace d’fferent grades, and are being sold away down at lowest prices. In the furnishing goods stock we notice a very fine line of lies, scarfs, collars, cuffs, hose, gloves, unle-wear, and white and colored shirts, whi h are excellent value for the pricet charged for them. The motto of this house -hes always been good goods at bottom prices and fair dealing with all, which is advancing its sales steadily from town and ceuntry.

J. F. Hardman. To decorate the person with jewels has been the custom from the earliest ages. From the savage to the civilized races and from every nation of the earth, the custom has been handed along, fro-n one generation to another, and with the advance of civilization, and refined society artistic designs in the manufacture of jewelry has kept pace, and there is not a nation that has made more rapid advance than our own. Especially is this fact noticeable in watches, and America has the reputation to-dny of manufacturing the most complete watch in the world. The leading Jewelry Store of Rensselaer is that of J. F. Hardman in the Postoffice room; and the stock of-goods he is carrying is new and flesh. Mr. Hardman came to this city in Oct, 1879, and soon after commenced business in partnership with Goldman which was continued eight months when the firm was dissolved and he establicbed a store of his own. He has increased his stock largely, and has ever m»ide it a point to place before bis cu.-toniers such a class of goods as he could recommend; and as a watchmaker he has proven himself one of the most scientific woiktntn in this section, which has brought to him a patronage from all parts of this county. Tbc show cases are bril limit with watchss, jewelry and silverware. We look at the fine watches first, for ladies and rents Wear, in silver and gold cases both plain and elaborately engraven. Among tl»>‘ movements carried are the well known Elgin, Waltham, Springflrld, 111. and Springfield, Mass., makrs, and the Rockford and the Columbus, 0. movement# which Mr. Hardman is the sole agent for, here, and which are known everywhere as the most accurate timekeepers and perfect movements jn the world. Then we seethe Waltham dust proof watch, and the Jns. Boss, patent filled case, which Contains 35 per cent, more gold than any other, 50 per «ent more gold than some other filled cases. F fc ityle and durability this watch is unsurpassed by any bf its kind. A sample of the Boss watch cade is kept which shows how it is made. A full line of bolid gold and plated neck and vest chains iand neckluces are notlee&blO from thtsilf* hew dc-

signs. Lockets and charms in different styles are aeon, and in bracelets we see (flein, chaste, and engraven goods, In sleeve and collar buttons, scarf and lace and bosom pins, the stock embraces the latest novelties. The ladies full sets now attract us and are in such variety as to please the most fastidious taste. Here are solid gold and pi tted set", in finiqtie designs, and those with settings of genuine mosaic, cameo, coral, and brilliants. The finger rings denote that careful selection has been made and one can select from the large variety from the plain or engraven band, to those set with pearls, garnet, cameo, amethyst brilliants, onyx and diamonds. Turning from this fin® display of personal adornment we take a look silverware, which comes from the best manufacturers. We see card receivers, eike baskets, table and pickle ca-tors, apoon-holders, napkin rings, spoons, knives and forks and other articles for the table, nil of which nre unique in design and perfect in workmanship. Farcbilffs’ gold pens are kept which is the only line ot this class of goods in the city. From the large stock of spectacles any eyesight can be fitted. In the way of clocks we see such noted goods as the Seth Thomas, Welsh, and Hartford calendar clocks, in walnut cases, both plan and ornamented, and warranted good timers. Violins, mouth harps and other musical instruments are on sale, together with violin strings. Particular attention is paid to repairing watches and jevgelry, and any article left bet e for repairs is put into the large burglar proof safe nt night, and when delivered to the owner will be found skillfully repaired. Any article bought in the store is engraved free of ch irge. A noticeable feature of the whole stock is that there is no old styles'on sale, it being kept replenished continually with the latest novelties. Mr Hardman has built, up a reputation for fair dealing anu representing goods truthfully that has placed him among our reliable business m-n

Dern Bros. The importance ot a first-class grocery store in an active town is felt by the people —one where the housekeeker can always find a varied assortment of fresh goods to select from. In Rensselaer the establishment of Dem Bro’s, in Kern’s old stand on Washington street, is a leading one of its kind, for it would be hard to find a more complete stock of groceries in auy town of ibis size. The Bern Brothers opened their store March 2£th, and their trade has increased steadily ever since, and they are now receiving a -large patronage from both town and country. They are ciose buvers and instead of charging high prices for goods, sell at a small margin. Their stock is composed of the best goods ' nly in each department. The salesroom is 22 xBO feet and is fi’led to overflowing with goods. Several kinds of green and black teas are carried comprising the choicest brands, which rangp in price from 50 to 80 cents per pound. Among the teas is a special bargain in the way of a two pound package of tea, at $1.15 which contains a silver pitted k nife and fork. This is a bargain th it. i* being taken advantage of by customers. Every kind of. roasted a>d green coffee is in stock, and the housekeeper will find from the refined while and pulverized to the commonest brown sugar, together with puresyrnps for cookiHg or table u«e. The purest spices are handled, and we see nearly a dozen different kinds of laundry so ips. In canned goods choice California fruits pickles and relishes are on sale in great abundance, and in fresh tropical fruits are oranges, lemons and bananas. Now the dried fruits are seen, such ns figs, dates, prunes, rasir.o, currant#. A specialty has been mode by this house, of carrying the purest baking powders, and an abundance of dried and smoked meats, and cheese is on sale. We notice the celebrated Monticello and Georgetown Family Flour is handled, and is too favorably known among h' usekeepers to require any recommend from us. The line of confectionery, cigars and tobacco is largo, and tobacco users will find plug, fine cut cbe.wing and smoking tobicco, and among the numerous brands of cigars, two specially fine brands, —‘’Dorns choice’’, and “Venus’’, —which are favorites tmong smoxers. Farm produce ot all kinds is bought and sold and the highest market price is paid for the same. In the crockery stock we see the best English stone china, and queens ware, and some splendid decorrated toilet sets. The glass-ware which has just been received presents new designs in sets and single pieces. Their goods are bought direct from first hands, and are being gold nt extremely low prices. A large stock of wooden and willow-ware and croquet setts are also kept, By carrying a laige and clean stock and treating each customer courteously and honorably this firm have made their store a popular resort for the townsman and farmer to patronize, and their increasing sales bespeak what confidence the people repose in them. This establishment is one of the best of its kind in the county, and takes its position in the line of the reliable business houses of Rensselaer. Hyland’s ifchlOce of the landmarks of business interest here is Hyland’s Mill, formerly known as Hopkins’ Mill. This mill was built in 1850, by Clark & Burns, who run it for 8 years when J. D. Ilopkiris & Son bought and run it till about 15 years ego, then D C. Hopkins became a partner, since which turtle the firm name was J. D. & D. C. Uopuins, till January last when Mr. E. N. Hyland became their successor. This mill/lms been remdddlUl since Mr. Ilyldnd

bought it and the improved grade of flour he is turning oit is attracting the attentioj of our citizens and the farming community, and the result has been a large increase of business. The building is 35 x. 85, two stories high with basement beneath. It contains three run of stone—two on wheat and one on corn. Custom and merchant fiiilling are both done, although custom milling is made the Min issue. A straight grade of flour is ma'hufactred principally, which is giving good satisfaction to customers, who formerly used the Monticello flour. Bread made from this flour is sweet and nutitious, and the excellency of the product of the mill ia largely due to the miller, Mr. Francis Moss, who has had an experience of almost a life-time in milling, and thoroughly understands his business Mr. Hyland has from the start labored to improve the grade of flour manfactured, and he has succeeded admirably, which is a direct benefit to our town and surrounding country, as this is the only mill in Rensselaer and every improvement made is appreciated by the public. Not content with the success he has already had since he owned the mill, Mr. Hyland soon intends to overhaul it and put in new and improved machinery, which when completed will make it the best mills in this section. He is a live business man and will do well what be undertakes to accomplish. and ere long Reakselaer will have what she has long needed', a first-class mill.

Roberts BrosIn the line of reliable business firms of Rensselaer, is that of Roberts Bros., located on South Front Street, wagon and carriage makers, blacksmiths and dealers in Agricultural Implement*. Mr. Chas. Roberts, the senior member of the firm, commenced business here in company with Mr. Shindler 8 years ago, and titre® years ago after dissolution of the partnership existing with Mr. Shindler, Mr. Lew Roberts became a member of the firm, since which time it has been Roberts Bros. Both are first-class blacksmiths, and us workers of iron and horsesh iers, we are free to say have no superiors in this section, and their fine mechanical skill Has brought to them custofn from every part of thu county. They mike a specialty of manufacturing buggies aud wagons, and the high standard and superior merit of the work has gained for it a ready sale. From 3 to 5 men are employed in the shops, and Horseshoeing uni repairing of all kinds is w.li and prompty executed. This firm are also handling some of the best farm machinery >n the world/and passing through their sheds adjoining, we see such noted goods as the McCormick H rvester and Twine Binder, which requires but one man and a team of horses to operate it, und will cut from 12 io 18 acres of gra n per day. li does cleaner work than eun be done by baud binding, and its sheaves are even and easy to handle and never be cmne imbouud. It does good work in down grain where hand bt tiling is impossible’' The sheet iron deflectors bring the grain to the machine in good shape for nice sheaves, runners wanting a seli-binder should not fail to examine the McCormick. We also see the Marshall, Graves & Co s. “Victor self-dump Sulsy Hay Rake; the John Deere “Gilpin ’ Sulky Flow, which is conceded to be the simplest* most durable and perieet plow now in usejthe Deere <Si Mn sur Co's, Rotary Drop Corn Plainer, which does its work thoroughly is lig.itdraft, and easy to handle, and many other kinds ot machinery. Tue Logansport wagons and carriages are also, sold by this firm, and the superior points they show have placed them on the market us leaders. Both top and open buggies are seen whose gracetul proportion and superior workmanship coupled with the excellent stock f>ut into them are noticeable. I’ae Logansport wagon is built in thfe niost durable manner, and only first class material, such as thororoughly seasoned timber for gearing and wheels, and the best Swced iron and steel are used in the boost ruction which combined with superior workmanship make them the most durable wagon in the market, every part of which denote that they are honestly made hence their growing popularity. These wagons hftvo stood the strongest tests, having been tn the market long enough to establish their worth. A written warrant for one year is given with every wagon or buggy sold. Such men and shch establishments as the one w ■ have mentioned ure a help to any town, axd we are pleased to note the prosperity of this firm lor they are worthy oi it.

The New Makeaver House. That America has by far the best and most comfortable hotels iu the world, has been s.» universally admitted by travelers l of all nationalities that no arguement is necessary to its confirmation. New lork, Chicago and San Francisco, have all become deservedly famous for the excellency of their hotels, and although less is known by the untraveled public of the hotels in our smaller cities, we yet believe thnt there is not a traveler that has ever passed a day at the New Makeever House in Rensselaer, but will pronounce it one of the best hotels in any town of this size in the statu. For the information of the general public, i therefore, rte will submit a brief description of the hote’i feeling assured that those who have experienced its hospitality will bqkr Us out in all we claim for it;—This hoii.ie was built by Mr. John Makeever oup of our solid and influential pioneer citizens and business men, Ihe npiin abject being to atf_>rd him a permanent home while he lives. The erection of building was cemiuenc-

ed in M-y 1881, and it was finished November of the same year. On the 20th of April last the house was opened by Major L. A. Burke, late superintendent, of Purdue University, Lafayette. Mr. Ma Keever could not have selected a mere efficient man to assume control of the house than Major Burk'e, Tot h*e geniality and thorough knowledge of tne hotel business particularly adapts him for the same, and under the supervision of himself and estimable wife both of whom are always on the alert to promote the comfort of guests, the has met with flattering success. The building has two fronts, —98 feet on Washington street and 78 feet on Cullen street. It ia built of brica,B stories hi h. and is finely finished in the most substantial manner. The house conUMta 7.5 rooms, and in building it Mr. reserved a suit of 7 rooms for his own usft. office is large and well lighted, and off this room is a barber shop for the accommod dion of guests. There is 4 commodious sample rooms on the ground floor, which ar< admirably arranged. A luagnificient range is located in the kitchen and lheuining room extends through the width of the building.from cast to west, and its tables are most atfr actively arranged, and laid with finest linen and silver and table ware. The table is unexceptionable, being provided wit h the substantia's and delicacies oft he season, cooked in a stylo to tempt the inner man. Passing to the second floor we find the parlor one of the largest roortis in the house, and elegantly furnished An the Queen Anne style of furniture, upholstered m spun silk and broekatelle. Off tWB room i# a bridal chamber suit finished light, blue, decorate! wi una alwstic painting. The sleeping r- •oius", on either side of the long halls leading eust and south, on the second and third floors are commodious, well lighted and ventilated, with high ceilings, while every room is carpeted alike with , cheerful looking carpets and walnut chamber suits. Every bed ha- excellent springs and soft downy mattress, with clean sweet linen which invites the weary traveler to repuse. Au air ofele inliness pervails through the whole establishment from the kitchen to the parlors, and the sleeping rooms. Attentive waiters under the walchfuZ eyes of the proprietor, attend promptly to every want und spare no pains to please all, and the guest on departing does so with regrets that there arc not many more hotefs on th# road like the Makeever, with as gonial hosts as Mr. and Mrs. Burk, who have wop hosts of friends by their efforts to keep a fl rst-cla-s hotel. This house is a credit to Rensselaer, and is fast becoming known to the trave ling public as one of the best in the state.

E. P. HonanThe Millinery, Notion and Fancy Goode store of E. P. Honan, on Washington street, is brilliant with the latest novelties. This store was opened by Mr. Honan, who is a practical business man, diiripg the spring, and its patronage has increased steadily, which is partially due to the fact that many articles are in stock which heretofore have not been kept in Rensselaer, And again, Mrs. Hemphill who is the oldest milliner here, is interested in the store, and her large acquaintance with the ladies of this county, who she served so many years In the capacity of milliner, has had a tenden cy to draw trade. Mrs. Hemphill commenced the millinery business in this city in 1852, on a small scale, and her trade increased year after year till she in 1874 erecred her present brick store on the site of the old frame building which she occupied some years previous. Looking at the millinery first wo see the latest shapes in hatand bonnets, for ladies and children. The flowers arc shown in sprays of tiny flow rets, rich bunches of roses and bu Is wreaths and garlands of ditsies, cherries, and the popular aesthetic water lillies and sunflowers, which are imitated true to nature. All the new colors in plain brocade, and hee ribbons, are seten, Plain, watered and brocaded, Silks, satins and surahs are exibited, in Tashionable tints and rich est goods. In the new styles of hats and bannets we seo the “capotes,” “scoops” “Gainsborough,” “Forest Queen”, “Patti” walking hats, childs Dresden, and many other shapes in chip, turban and plain straws; some of these goods come in bronze, green, red and blue. Skillful trimming is noticeable in the trimmed goods, which are offered at from §I,OO up to §lO. The firsi bat noticed is a white chip flat with g*rmture of bronze watered ribbon, long shell pink plume tipped with bronze. Auother is white tuscnri scoop face of lace nod, satin beads trimmed with lace and cardinal mid cream buds, ties of cream colored ribbon with pattern of lilly-of-the-valley; a blue# chip poke, garniture black watered ribbon, sdk and jet beads and cream wreath; white chip flat faced with pink silk and sat in beads, garniture pink lace ribbon mid crushed roses. Aesthetic shape round hat, faced with blue satin, garniture lace satin and water lillies. For a child we see a tusoan “shepherdess” garniture long white plume blue bows; another is the “rosebud’’ lined with silk lace, tHniming of loops, pink roses and lace ribbon. A medium tuscan poke, face of blue satin and tends garniture blue watered and brocaded ribbon, and blue Spanish lace, and white buds, close fitting capote, garniture Spanish lnc<’ crearrt Uce ribbon, and cream rosebuds nnd wreath ot leaves. Black meitium poke for old lady, lined with black satin, garniture black satin ribbon and lace; Tuscan flat, gntnituro ombra shaded blue ribbon, bunch of apple blossoms. In furnishing goods and notions w„e see neckwear stich as lace and sill} collars, lease, for ties Knd Spanish bice scarfs, fuchus, collarette# nolkadotfod mull ties, and silk dotted net for ties, etc. The stylish embroidered top silk gloves are alI so kept, together with light and dark kids,

down to the commoner kinds, and in ho•iery are the fine all silk balbrigan, fancy and plain hose for ladies and children, anil and tiny toft wool hose ih delicate colors for infanta, Corsets and underwent in great variety are also shown. This firm Carry the only line of haircloth skirts in the Oil/. Among the novelties just introduced iM the chenelle and silk beaded nets for tho hair, togbeth<*r with hair crimpers, ornaments etc. Then we see a line of cream, cardinal bine and black Spanish and French laces used for trimmings. The stock fans and parasols is complete, and we soA from the elegant feather fan with ivory handle to the common nickel fan, and from the lace covered parasols and those rich* ly trimmed with Spanish lace and lined with contrasting colors, to the cheaper kinds. For fancy work a complete stock of canvas, npplique patterns, zephyrs, silks, spool linens, needles, and an elegant felt for piano and table spreads at the low price of $2.75 per yard. Also antique lace for trimming curtains. Now the gents furnishing goods are seen, replete with white and colored shirts, neck end underwear. Among the now style of collars we see the Albemarl and Leader collars which are the latest thing out, and the Edison cuff*. Following these are ties an< scarfs in different styles a fine line of summer underwear, heavy colored shirts, jackets and overalls,, In half hose are the Brittish, lisle thread fancy, plain and clocked hose. These goods are of the best in the market. In short anything needed in the wav of ftirnishing and fancy goods or millinery can be had here, and a remarkable feature of all Jibe goods is their newness, while they have been marked nt prices that cannot' fail to induce customers to purchase. Mr. Honan deals fairly with all, and has made his establisment popular with both the town and country trade. , } . ■ Mr. H. W. t Morton, of Oswego, N. Y., writes: My wife has,been restored to Pos >■ feet health and • strength» by. Brawn's i,lrot> Bitters, She suffered many years'from indigestion, complicated with female irregularities. I never saw her lips so red and her cheeks so rosy for years 1 *** A. Leopold and John Eger, were in Chiccgo this week, purchasing goods. George M. Robinson, Simon P. Thompson, Frank W. Babcock and Wm. B. Austin, visited Monticello Miss Ella D. Spangle, formerly fr resident of Reasselaer,. but now of Parsons, Kansas, is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Thompson, and other friends in town., ' . ' ' ~'T~ ~ ■ M. F>, Chilcote, Esq., attended a meeting of the Republican Congressional Committee of this district at Logansport, yesterday. This meeting will decide the time and place of holding the Congressional convention. ——— • • • O—*—"WOW " ■ ■ We are pleased to learn that Grandma Spitler,who has been so dangerously sick for several weeks, is now recovering. She is able to be up and take meals with the family. As she is about 70 years old. considering the seriousness of the difficulty, her reoovery seems almost miraculous. Some two or three weeks ago a young unmarried woman in Union Tn., was delivered of a child which dfed soon after birth. There were some suspicions that violence had been used to cause the death. Yesterday Coroner Warner and Dr; Washburn went up and exhumed the body, and decided that death ■ resulted from natural couses. Temperance Programme—Following is the programme for the temperance meeting to be held Snti r Jay evening June 10,1882’ Pray er by Rev McDade; Reading scriptures by Amanda Osboiiie; Reading minutes of previous meeting; Opening reniarks by A. Earn ond£; Declamation by . Maggie Haley; Remarks by F. W. Babcock; Ten minutes reebss; Re marks by L. O. Wilson; Remarks by Rev. Havens; Closing remarka by 8. P. Thompson; Benediction by Rev. Loder. Exercises to bo interspersed with music. Alfred Thompson, Prc-s’t. Noble J. York, Sec.