Rensselaer Republican, Volume 23, Number 51, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 20 August 1891 — Page 1

THE RENSSELAER REPUBLICAN.

VOL.? XXIII.

MONON ROUTE\ ' Tiro.e-Table. SOUTH BO'CTiT^D. 80. B.—Mail and Express, Dai1y.. 10:59 A. M. ■Oa 57—Milk accomm., Dally 6:17 P. M. HO. B.—Night Express, daily.... - .10:55 P. M. Ho. 45-Local Freight 2:47 P. M. □sroßTia: botj^stid. HO. 4.—Mail and Express, dai1y....4:32 A. M. Ho. 36.—Milk accomm., Daily 7:38 A. M. No. 82.—Vestibule, daily 2:47 P.M. Ho. 6.—Mail and Express,daily....3:s) P. M. Ho. 74 —Freight 8:16 P. M. Ho. 46—Local Freight 9:20 A. M

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Mrs. Julia Healey is recovering from an attack of diptheria. Don’t fail to read H. J. Rossbacher’s adv. in another place in this paper. Dr. and Mrs. Ensminger, of Crawfordsville, visited their Rensselaer relatives Thursday and Friday. Henry S. Daugherty, a former townsman, now has a. position in the city schools, at Hammond. Musical Instruments a Specialty at Kannal’s Jewelry Palace. Henderson’s “Red School House Shoes” for boys and girls. Ludd Hopkins. Warren Robinson has made his annual hay-fever pilgrimage to Petoskey, Mich., this week.—Mrs. Robinson accompanied him. To Rent, —A good residence, of nine rooms, with well, cistern and wood house. Enquire at’this office. George Healey reached home Monday from Cumberland Gap, Tenn., where he lias been working for some months in C. P. Hopkins’ print shop. One good base heater wood stove and two base heater coal stoves for sale cheap. Call at Kannal’s Jewelry Palace. y. . Belle Medium lowered her record to the even 2:25 at Rockford last week, in a race in which she took second money. FOR SALE.—Brick, at Nowels & Robinson’s lumber yard, and Hammond Bros, implement store. Mrs. Geo. Spitler and Mrs. Corder have moved from the Tuteur house to the Bissenden house in the east part of town. » The boom in prices on watches and clocks is at Kannal’s Jewelry Palace; All classes of Watch, clock and jewelry Repairing done at lowest prices by H. J. Ross bacher,with F. B. MeyerA six year old girl of James Prewett, some miles southeast of town, got a fall Saturday, and sustained a badly broken arm, and which Drs. Hartsell and Washburn went out and treated. Val Seib has concluded to remain in Chicago permanently, having accepted the position of general superintendent in the Columbia National Bank. His family will remove to Chicago some time next month. All persons knowing themselves to be indebted to the firm of J. H. Witley <fe Son will call and settle at once, as they wish to close their books. Farmers Alliance: —When you want that Fall boot or shoe just drop down to Hopkins’ corner. Only gennnine custom-made goods. The only firm that places its orders directly with the manufacturer. J. G. Reynolds is back from New York. He left three of his Worses there, three are at Lafayette and two were sent home to Kentucky. It has been a poor season with him, owing largely to the laming of Daniel, his best horse. Men’s shoes from $1 to $4.50, at Hemphill <fe Honan’s. Only two weeks more for great big bargains at Leopold’s, as the First of September he must vacate his rooms. Come and save 25 to 30 per cent on all purchases. Goods must be closed out. Ninety days time on purchases of $lO or more. A wonderfully narrow escape from - death was experienced last Wednesday evening, by a three year old son of Ben Fisher, who lives near the tile mill north of town. He was trying to climb upon his father’s wagon, loaded with 800 lbs. of coal; and falling, one of the hind wheels passed over his head and face. Dr. J. H. Longhridge was called and found that the injuries were confined to the cuts and bruises, and that no bones were broken. The boy is now practically well.

Fred L. Chilcote now has a good and permanent position in the Citizen’s Bank, here, in the capacity of teller. Col. H. R. W. Smith, the able exchange editor of the Chicago TYibvne, and his wife, are visiting their relaeives, the Paxtons, in Rensselaer. Watches, Clocks and Silverware at lowest prices at Kannal’s Jewelry Palace. “The easiest shoe ever worn” was the verdict of one of our most prominent physicians, when speaking of our Candee Tennis shoes. Sizes kept for all ages at Hemphill & Honan’s. Try a pair. Dr. J. H. Loughridge went out to A. K. Yeoman’s place, some miles east of town, Monday morning and amputated two toes of his little boy, aged about six years, who was badly bitten by a horse, some days before. Cushwa Bros, of Frankfort make the finest cream in the State. Sold at King’s. The Empire Binders and Mowers and all repairs for the same, for sale by W. R. Nowels & Son. The Remington Fair will begin next Tuesday and continue for four days. There Is every indication that The fair this year will be at least fully as good as any of its predecessors, in all respects, and better than any in some. This is the seventeenth annual lair of the association. Watches, clocks and Jewelry and silverware at' rock bottom prices at H. J. Rossbacher’s, with F. B. Meyer. Our fall boots and shoes are coming in, right from the manufacturer, * Ludd Hopkins. Will lines, still another of the small army of capable telegraphers Rensselaer has furnished to the world, is now temporarily in charge of the night work at the Rensselaer depot. He has been at Las Animas, Colorado, for some time past, and has lately recovered from a long spell of sickness. The celebrated Jewett Hay Rake and Loader has been tried and proved a grand success. We are Agents for the Acme Hay Gatherer and Ricker. We can fit you out for harvest. Call and see us. Hammond Bros. Rensselaer, Ind. A little baby, the child of Mrs. C. C. Corder, fell out of a second story window, Saturday afternoon, and dislocated its shoulder. The dislocation was reduced by Drs. Hartsel 1 and Washburn, and the child is now nearly well. The family live in the Wm. Bissenden house, in the east part of town. A New News’ Stand :—Remember the New News Dealer, located where Mr. Wright had his real-estate office. Leave your orders with him for your daily and Sunday papers, he delivers them to your house. He also has a fine line of stationery and cigars. Mrs. Clifton’s house in Weston’s Addition is now completed, and is a very comfortable little residence. The plastering, by the way, was done by Luke Turner, whose capacities as a “mud-dauber” have heretofore been too modestly held in the background, for by all accounts, Luke has done a very superior piece of work, on this occasion. Prof. C. Haas, Who has charge of the Musical Department at the St. Joseph’s College— —And his wife, who is a graduate Of the Boston and Cincinnati Conservatories of Music— Are prepared to receive private scholars. Terms liberal.— Please leave orders with H. J. Rossbacher, Jeweler, or Mrs. J. M. Hopkins. “Young Charley” Platt’s wife plead guilty Saturday night, before Squire Burnham, to a charge of assault upon the person of her mother-in-law, Mrs. Henry Platt. The Squire fined the young woman sl, but owing to the aggravating circumstances under which the thumping was inflicted, he remitted all the costs. An affidavit of provoke was filed against the elder lady, but this was afterwards dismissed. The trouble originated in a perennial family ruction which will never be abated until one or the othe r of the parties dies or moves farther away. - % v

RENSSELAER, JASPER COUNTY, INDIANA, THURSDAY, AUGUST 20.1891.

The attendance at the Summer Normal has reached the 40 mark, this week. Miss Libbie Walton returned home Monday from six weeks visit with friends in lowa. Fine Watch, Clock and Jewelry Repairing and work warranted, at lowest prices, at H. J. Rossbacher’s. 9 Summer Underwear—Got to go. Call on. * Ludd Hopkins. The venerabte John Antrim has quit selling books and is arranging to move back to Kansas in a short time . Miss Mary Washburn went back to Cincinnati, yesterday, to resume her art labors with Mrs. H. L. Brown. She has now an excellent situation there. Ladies’ shoes from $1 to $5, at Hemphill & Honan’s. I have a splendid property in Rensselaer, Ind. for sale or trade for lands in Jasper Co. Anyone wishing a home call and see me. ts B. F. Ferguson. The County Teacher’s Institute begins next Monday week, Aug. 31st. Popular lectures have been arranged for every night but Tuesday. * Send for catalogue and then decide. Fall term Sept., 7th. Address. 2m. Union Bus College. Lafayette, Ind.

Several good farms for sale, in the vicinity of Rensselaer, at terms to suit purchasers. B. F. Ferguson. It is now Treasurer Mark H. Hemphill. E. L. Clark, the able and popular deputy under Dr. Washburn will remain with Mr. Hemphill until his services are needed by Auditor Elect Murray when his term begins in November. After that Capt. J. A. Burnham will be deputy. Special prices on watches, chains and jewelry until August 15th, at Kannal’s Jewelry Palace. Men’s shoes from $1 to $4.50, at Hemphill & Honan’s. Prof. George Thompson, of the Terre Haute Normal School, joined his wife here last week, and expected to accompany her on an extended visit and pleasure trip to Ohio, West Yerginia (fee., but the sickness of both Mrs. Thompson and their baby has caused the trip to be abandoned. Ladies’ kid gloves a specialty, at Hemphill <fe‘ Honan’s. S. H. Duvall takes contracts for excavating cellars and cisterns, also for furnishing or hauling rock, sand &C. If needing anything in his line, give him a call. ts. Subjects of sermons at the Presbyterian church, next Sunday: Morning, “Do the Dead know anything of what is going on, on the earth; or what is meant by that familiar article of the Apostles’ Creed, ‘I believe in the Communion of the Saints ? Eve - ning: “Is Conscience a true guide?” Any thing in the way of Watches Clocks, Jewelry and silverware at lowest prices at H. J. Rossbacher’s, with Frank B. Meyer. Summer Underwear, —clear it out Has to go. Any price. Ludd Hopkins Messrs. George W. <?off, A. H. Hopkins andß. F. Fendig left Tuesday afternoon to join the “Three I” excursion to Niagara Falls and Toronto. Mr. Goff will visit his home people near Rochester N. Y., for a week or two and Messrs. Hopkins and Fendig will visit the Oppenheimers, relatives of Mr. Fendig, at Arillia, in Canada, for about the same length of time. C. C. Starr’s pure Jewel Tea is the most refreshing of beverages. Straw hats, alpaca coats and vests summer clothing, summer underwear, in fact anything in summer goods now to be procured at my store, at first cost. R. Fendig ." Mrs. Reuben Dickinson died last Friday, at her home five or six miles south of town, of blood-poisoning following confinement. Her age was 39 years and she leaves a family of 6 children, the youngest being only a week or two old, and the oldest not more than 10 or 12 years. The funeral was held Saturday. The deceased was a sister of Robert and David Michaels.

unmm The entire stock of watches, clocks, jewelry,silverware spectacles, musical instruments, be-! longing to the estate of Emmet; Kannal, deceased, j will be sold at a great sacrifice. ~~ These goods must and will be sold, and are all warranted as represented. Now is a chance of a lifetime to buy these goods cheap G. K, Hollingsworth, Admr.

Mrs. W.'De H.Hooperi of Indian - apolis, is the guest of M. L. Spitler’s family and other friends. Mr. and Mrs. Benj./Williams, of Coshocton Co., Ohio, are visiting the family of their son, J. C. Williams, the photographer. All persons knowing themselves to be indebted to Dr. P. P. Bitters are notified to call and make settlement of their accounts at the office of M. Chilcote, in whose hands the accounts have been placed for collection. The rains fall upon the just and upon the unjust, dspecially upon the un- ; ust lately, for in all this country south of Rensselaer and Benton county adjoining there has been an abundance and even an excess of rain, while ' lensselaer and all northward is suffering with drouth. Frank and Andy Minicug were tried "before Squire Burnham, Tuesday, on the charge of assault and battery upon an old man of 70, named Seible. Frank was acquitted but Andy was fined $1 and costs, amounting in all to $29.30. The old man was quite jadly hammered. All summer goods must move now even though at a great sacrifice, to make room for an immense fall and winter line just purchased. Come early, it will pay you. R. Fendig. The creamery people put in some pipes Saturday to better carry away the waste buttermilk whieh has been the cause of the loud odors and louder complaints in regard thereto, for a little time past Too much care can not be taken in keeping such institutions in a clean and wholesome condition. The trouble in this case is large - ly attributable to the drying up of the river, it is claimed. Notwithstanding the big advance in coffee you can buy fresh roasted coffee at C. C. Starr’s at the old price. Clerk Irwin sold a marriage license Tuesday, just in time to prevent him resigning his office in disgust Eight long dreary weeks, lacking one day, had intervened since the last previous license had been issued; the longest gap between licenses during Mr. Irwin’s incumbency. The parties were Alonzo Gross and Rachel Grose.

Every bank in the state has bee n snmmoned to make appearance at Indianapolis, yesterday, before the state tax commissioners, with all their books and accounts, to make showing of the account of every depositor on the first of April, lasti To comply with the summons will put the banks to great trouble and expense, besides being very objectionable to them, on general principles, and it is understood that the State Bankers’ Association is preparing to make a test case and fight the law, through the Supreme Court.

CHICAGO BARGAIN STORE Workingmen! Look To Your Interest! i - ——REA'-, Ya.;'--; Tt ~ '■ 1 • v ~ r ~^ ! DID YOU EVER TRY The Gookey Custom Made Boots? I , The J. Miller Custom Made Boot or Shoe? The Stem, Mayer & Co’s. Bine made clothing? The Cones Boss Pants and Overalls? We are the sole agents in Rensselaer for the above celebrated brands, That Are The Best on Earth. Because! They will outwear any similar goods made, being perfect in fit, warranted not to rip, and high grade throughout and as low in price as many cheaper grades. ---- ~ M loads Of the above arriving now and when you buy see that they are stamped with above brands and you will never want any other make. .€mmm sf&mm. Note. —We are nearly giving away Summer Goods to make more room. New Clothing Room adjoining on north side.

A. F. Long, the druggist, has bought the Seib residence property, on River, St. and will occupy it as a residence as soon as vacated by Mr, Seib’s family. Mr. Gifford, the Kankakee capitalist still, continues to buy large tracts in Haddick’s Mill Pond. He no wha s about 6,000 or 7,000 acres, and wants to make it an even 10,000 before he quits. His present plan for drainage is to start somewhere on the edge of the swamp, in or near section 25, n Barkley Tp., and make a big channel 5 miles long, in a south by west direction, to the Iroquois river near Burk’s bridge. The only reliable first class watch workman, at Kannal’s. Nq work slighted—and all work warranted. Tuesday was the day set for th e trial of the affidavit against the Rensselaer Separated Butter Co., for maintaining a nuisance, in the form of an alleged offensive odor, resulting from the decay of waste butter-milk &c., but Squire Burnham ruled that justices of the peace had no jurrisdiction in cases of that character against corporations, and dismissed the proceedings. The parties behind the prosecution announced their intention to recorafhence proceedings before the Circuit Court.

Messrs. Henry C.DahnckeandGeo. Gilpatrick, of Helena, Montana, were in town yesterday most of the- day, leaving for Chicago on one of the afternoon trains. They are the young men who have just completed the champion long distance bicycle journey of the present year. They left Helena, July Ist and arrived at Chicago Aug. 12, having made the whole distance of upwards of 2,000 miles on their bicycles. Deducting time lost from breakage, Sundays and rainy days, the actual time of the journey was 35 days, or about 57 miles per day. They kept along near the line of the Northern Pacific Ry., in the wilder part of their journey, and for hundreds of miles their sole dependance for food and shelter was the houses of the section gangs, 14 miles apart. Once they struck out from the railroad for better roads, but after going without food or water for 5J6 hours at a stretch, they concluded not to repeat the experiment. They will go to St. Paul, Minn., in ajshort time to attend the National Bicycler’B Tournament, beginning there Sept. 6th. Mr. Dahncke is the son of Wrn. Dahncke, of Kankakee Tp., and himself a former resident of that township but now a book-keeper in a wholesale grocery at Helena. Mr. Gilpatrick belongs to*a prominent family of Helena.

Death of Another Rensselaer Merchant. About 10 o’clock last Tuesday morning, Aug., 17, the final release from sufiering came to our townsman, Ludd Hopkins, at his residence in this town, at the age of 58 years, 11 months and 5 days. His disease was a cancer, which developed several years ago and two years ago was temporarily relieved and seemingly cured by an operation performed by Dr. J. H. Loughridge. Last November a second operation was performed at the Presbyterian Hospital, in Chicago, by the famous operative surgeon,Dr. Parks; but as before, with only a temporary relief. As is invariably the case with this most dreadful disease, his sufferings were terrible, especially towards the last, but they were borne with exceptional fortitude and patience. Ludd Hopkins was born Sept. 13, 1832, in Homer, Licking Co., Ohio. Moved with his parents to South Bend, this state, when 4 years old. Entered Wabash College at 18 years, but was soon recalled to join his father on bis second trip to California, in 1852, the long journey overland being accomplished after many, hard ships mid dangers. At Sacramento a brother and sister died of fever

In 1855, under Capt. Sutter, he joined the celebrated but unfortunate Walker filibustering expedition, against Nicaraugua, but luckily withdrew in time to avoid the fate of Walker. He returned to South Bend and married Emma Perrault, and with her returned to Cal., by the Panama route, and settled in Solano Co., where his wife died leaving two children, Frank and Mayme, who were sent back to South Bend. He engaged in stockraising on a large scale but a terrible flood in the Sacramento river reduced him to poverty in a single night. Afterwards tried the Washo silver mines; then back to South Bend; then still another journey to California; then at different mining regions until 1864, when he journeyed overland to Chicago, and came to Rensselaer and engaged in merchandising. In 1865 married Mary C. Austin, who still survives as do also four children born to them. He has made three different trip to California since settling in Rensselaer, thus six in all. He has a sister in Rensselaer, Mrs. S. JH. Duvall, and a brother in the west, whose present location is unknown. He was in all respects an upright man, and enjoyed the full respect and confidence of his fellow townsmen The funeral will he held at 2:30 o’clock, this afternoon, at the residence.

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