Rensselaer Republican, Volume 25, Number 15, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 December 1892 — Page 5

The Rensselaer Republican PROFESSION At,. CARDS ■ V" • W.HARTSKLL, IC. D., f——HOMEOPATHIC 3PDa.3rslcia,2i sjsjSL Svix^eoa., a*MBB«I,ABH.. IKDIAHA Chronic Diseases a Specialty Jgf Office East Washington Street. _ 8-Jan-84. Residence, Makeever House. FT k PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. Calls, promptly attended by day onight. MED ARYVILLE, - - INDIANA. jQR. I. B. WASHBUPN, —PHYSIO!AN and SURGEON, Rensselaer, Indiana. Spec ai a e !7-v . to the t - n f isease <V the Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat and Disease <n Women. Testa creaur ~ ~ B ANKS. E. J.SSABS, V Alt. SSIJL V. L. CIIXLCOTK, Pesldent. Cashier. AhtCiuhler CITIZENS’ ST A T E BAAIC Kewshelabb Ihd. CASU AL s3©,oo*>. Surplus and uUdjvitJed profits SB3OOO, Does a general banking busmens. •Int«re«t. allowed on si ecTat .deposits. Thir Is The only State Bank In Jxs er County that is examined quaricrlj by Auditor oi State. Y.ntr business solicited. Collections will rceeiTi* prompt atto * * * * ... A. KcCoy. T J HcCoy. E* Li >•< ; : <r Pres Vice Pres. 1 i A.McCoy&Co’s.Bank RF.'ISSKLARR, INDIANS. Does a g?ner!il hanking loaned for short time at current rates. U make a specialty of n.o^.3srs, at the lower, rales anti on most iarorayo; terms. Rensselaer Bant, i -(Located in Nowels Bulldtng. H.O. HARR'S DAVID -NOWELB, President. Vice President, J.< . HARRIS. Cashier, Money loaned in sums lo suit borrower. Exchange bought and sold on all oankincr points Collection made and promptly remitted. D<;posits received. Interests' bearing certiiicates of deposits issiiod. LA WYER& |JALPfI W. M A RSH ALL, A TTORNEY a t la w\ Practices in Jasper, Newton and adjointu:. counties. Esnnciaf Attention- given to selHe' I»8»t ol OecooeiitV ‘vStftfCK. f'olloetluJs, Coiivcjauccs, Justices’ Oases, Etc Etc Ere Address, - - Rensselaer, ind Simon P. Thompson, David J.Tuompson Attorney at Lam. Jfotary I't&tUo. Thompsons rbq., attorneys at law Rensselaer, Ind. Praotnoe in all tan courts. Wc pay partied a attention to paying taxes, selling and leasing lands. M. L. SPITLEE Collector and Abstractor JJORDECAI F. CHIIiCOTE, ATTORNEY AT LAW, Rensselaer, Ind. tfcenrta to all business in the prolcsafon witl promptness and dispatch. Office in second story of the Makeover building. William B. Austin. Arthur H. Hopkins AUSTIN & HOPKINS, —_ ATTORSEYS'ATTAW. Rensselaer. - ui JMffic-Office jjuv.i,. du ot l.eoji i 1 corner Washington in iVan Ronsselaeraivi Practice in all the courts, and purchase, i and lease real estate. OHARLEB t. MILLB. . ~ A.TWOTMSTETT AT Rensselaer, Indiana. Pensions, Collections and Real Estate. A Dili act*, artfully prepared, Titles Examined Jffi-Faim Lores negotiated at lowest rates Office up stair* over Chicago Bargein Store. JAMES W. POirrwtT ATTORNEY at la * Rinsski.a*:*. Indiana. ■»-Offico In Senssolaer Blank.' XV-48. MJ.BOKLLA NEOIISi JAMBS A. BURNHAM, u. S- PENS!ONATTO fIHEY AND JUSTiCF OF THF PFACF, Thoroughly equipped and abreast of the dtne. Expert in El usion matters. Office with County Treasurer, Court House. Sept. Ist, HSW Notary Puhlc and Peal Estate Agent % 0 Lands of all descriptions for Halo dr lease. WHEATFIELD, INI) JOHN GRAVES, VYHEaTFIKLD, IHDIaI AUCTIO NEEKJ Bales attended in any part ot Jasper uuot ajolnlng eou ntitu, alio J Seal Mutate A gent and . <£ ' Justice of iKtik fW< Collections promptly attendeSto, Lar<t amounts of farms and town property tergal.’ Address WusAiJrjAu.,l. ,» Dwtgrgiuft Bros. Sc Po., 38««kl Xet»t>., LoSBS dc AkKtrv Office in rear room of Citiame’ State Back. Rxhsrilarh, Ind. Money to loan m die chesxest trd best tu* - . In ttie couutr We have the only aim tract teoord in r”* eeunty, compiled with great skbi and care i « cost of over MM.,00. We have •‘mptnvut N W. R«ot«. sn atmt i ter Of over »> rent* experience, who has ektfi «f this department < " We arc pri's ared 10 make aiistrai ts on short loi o» /ind <>» very reksoiishlc 1< 1 4 kalf i n <*» t* l me profession, or am* • yile tea fox the record.

The Trial if Jackson Plummer

He is found guilty and given Fourteen Years' Imprisonment. The trial of Jackson Plummer for killing James Dorn, marshal of the town of Kentland, was concluded last Friday, at Fowler. The circumstances of the crime have already been fully published in this paper but will be briefly re-stated. Plummer was an old resident of Kentland, was physically and mentally incapable, but usually very mild, and harmless in his deportment. He devoted much of his time to cultiva ing shade trees, which seemed to be a sort of mania with him, and he became very angry at an order issued by the Town Board to trim his trees. On the 20th of June, while his wife, was at a neighbor’s to ask them to interfere with the Town Board to get the trimming order postponed for a while until Blummer got over his “bad spell” he took his revolver and went down town, and flourished his weapon and threatened a member of the Town Board. A cool-headed citizen talked kindly to Plummer and advised him to go home. This Plummer started to do. Somebody then called Marshal Dorn. Plummer heard the call for the marshal and turning around he waved his pistol and used words to the effect that “he would fix him,” if they sent the marshal after him. Dorn was called however and although advised by some to not do so, as “Plummer meant business,” he started after him first taking off his coat and transferring his revolver from a left coat pocket to his right hip pocket. When within a block or two of Plummer’s house, Dorn got near him and shouted to Plummer to put up his gun. Plummer turned around, again flourished his weapon, and told Dorn to keep back and let him alone. Plummer again turned and started towards his home, when Dorn approached him rapidly from behind and struck him a heavy blow with his “billy,” expecting, probably to knock him senseless. The blow did not knock Plummer down, however, and he turned around and both men began shooting, almost simultaneously. Both fired two shoots. Plummer was hit in the side but not dangerously hurt. Dorn was hit in the right breast and was killed instantly. Plummer was brought to Rensselaer for safe keeping, where he has been confined until taken for trial to Fowler, where his case was sent by change of venue. The trial occupied nearly all of last week. Plummer was defended by E.P. Hammond and Jas. T. Saunderson; and was prosecuted by State’s Attorney Brown, assisted by Wm. Darroch. The defense first sought to have Plummer declared insane, without a trial, and Dr. Chaffee, of Kentland, testified to his insanity. But Drs. Cook and Baker, of Fowler, were appointed by the court to examine into Plummer’s mental condition and reported him sane, and the trial was proceeded with: the facts developed being about aa above stated. The line of the defense was to prove insanity and also to prove that Plummer shot Dorn in self defense. Among their witnesses was Dr. Brown, who testified that Plummer was either insane or had no sense. The case went to the jury Friday, and after four hour’s deliberation they found a verdict of guilty and assessed the penalty at 14 years in the penitentiary. Plummer took no apparent interest in any of the proceedinga, not even the reading of the verdict having any effect upon him. He is about 60 years old, broken down physically, and the 14 years sentence is equivalent, in his case, to a sentence for life. And in view of his very probable insane or at least frenzied condition of mind when the act was committed and also of the unnecessary rashness of his unfortunate victim, it would seem that the jury did not err on the side of leniency. The Attorneys for the defense will ask for a new trial, and failing on that, will probably carry the case to the Supreme Court. Estey organs and pianos, and Estey & Camp organs and pianos, on exhibition at C. B. Steward’s. We are overstocked in fine shoe on account of the season ; call now and get bargains. HEMPHILL & HONAN.

Roby Investigated by Grand Jorore. Judge Gillett in his charge to Jthe Lake county grand jury Monday, Jirged that free and Jail investigation be made of the rumors charging infringment of the Indiana law by the management of the Roby race-track. The, grand jury is giveh full power to act, and if violations are found to return indictments in accordance with statute provisions.—Valparaiso Vidette- "" *-■ -

Monon Holiday Rates.

For the occasion of Christmas and New Years Holidays, the Monon Route will sell tickets between all stations at one and one third fare for the round trip. Dates of sale, Dec. 24, 25, 26, and 31st and Jan. Ist and 2nd. Tickets good returning until Jan. 3rd. J.. ■ VIBI .. -Dayou know that nothing pleases “female persons” better than new head gear ? Where in town can you find as artistic and pleasing effects in hats as I 1 -AH ») nt-mili m-ilm-a more sensible Christ mas gift? Our liburner is Parisian in her work, and so is rushed all the time, but we will try and crowd your order in. We handle everything else in our line and sell cheaper than any other store in town. Such a line of ..Plushes “ “ “ Corsets “ “ “ “ Ribbons “ “ “ .. .Dress trimmings “ “ “ “ Fnney ni tides and hats, hats, hats, and lIATS without number, at

MRS. I MES’ BAZAR.

Public School Notes.

The present enrollment of the school is 480. Assistant Principal, J. C. Reubelt, is suffering from an attack of fever. His position during his absence is ably filled by Mrs. J. F. Warren. The latest addition to the school furaiture, is in the shape of a fine new desk, for the use qf (he Superintendents ..... ■ The High School Debating Society meets at the school house every Friday evening at half past siz o’clock. The Society is composed wholly of young men of the High School, and its object is a more thorough knowledge of Parliamentary laws, and the affairs of the day. It is now thought that the new s chool building will not be ready for occupying until some time after the Christmas Holidays. ■. ' ~P.'

The francesvillesait well.

Franccsville Enterprise. Mr. John Leech of this place sent ■some of the—salt obtained from the water in his salt well to the state Geologist, Mr. S. S. Gorby, and received an answer last week. Mr. Gorby stated that the specimen sent him indicated the water would produce salt of the finest quality and the most excellent kind, and that it contained a little magnesia; but the modern process of manufacture would eleminate that engredient. Mr. Leech has now sent specimens to dhshemist at Ii dianapolis to be analyzed, and if every Piling works all right there —is no doubt but what there will be an -establishment in Francesville manufacturing salt. The probabilities are that the vein of water eOints from some large mine or vein of salt and this faet is proved to a certain extent by the vein maintaining its strength, just as much salt can be obtained from the same amount of water as when the vein was first struck, Mr. Leech is investigating the matter and the probabilities are that it will prove to produce enough salt to make it a paying business.

Notice is hereby given that on the evening of the 19th day of December, 1892, A. L. 5892, an election will be held by Prairie Lodge, No. 125, F. & A .M. of Indiana, at its Lodge Halt, iu Rensselaer, Indiana, for the purpose of electing officers for the year 1893, which will include three trustees of said Lodge. , —, Witness my hand and the •j seal t seal of said Lodge this 23rd t —, — ’ day of November, 1892Chas. G. Spitler, „ (Secretary. WANTED. Agents to sell our choice and hardy Nursery Stock. We have many new opecial varieties, both in fruit and ornamentals to offer, which are controlled only by us. We pay commission or salary. Writo us at once for terms, and secure choice of territory. MAY BROTHERS. 13-10 L Rochester, N Y .

;; i ‘lt was the feat straw that broke. the camel’s back. Because he was overloaded. We are Overloaded in OVERCOATS, We have to sell them and sell them quick. Save money. Come and see. Ellis & Murray. The County Commissioners. The county commissioners are in session this week. So far most of their time has been taken up by the saloon license case of Henry Granger, of DeMotte, upon the granting of which a very determined fight is being made, by residents of DeMotte! The case began Tuesday and will scarcely be concluded today (Thursday.) Other business that has been transacted was the granting of a sa loon license to Henry Hildebrand, of Rensselaer; and the appointing of viewers in several ditch cases. Hon. John C. Martindale, the new commissioner for the Second District, qualified and took his seat Monday. Election of Offices. Notice is hereby given that at a regular meeting of the Lodge, to be held in the Lodge room on Friday evening, December 16th, 1892. Three trustees will be elected for Rensselaer) liebekah Degree Lodge, No. 346, I. O. O. F. for the period of one year, or until their successors are elected and qualified. Amanda Warren, ~ Noble Grand.” Grace Vanatta, Jjee’y. Ladies Literary Society Programme. Dec. 15. 1. Opening Exercises. . .2. Original Rhyme—Winter. 3. History—Jacksons 2nd Administration—Mrs . Alter. 4. Discussion on the Solar System —Mrs. Warren. 5. Literary Notes—Mrs. Wasson. 6. Parody on the “Old Oaken Bucket” Mrs. Coen. 7. Recitation —Mrs. Randle. 8. Notes from the Stage—Mrs. Ketr. 9. Current Events—Mrs. Murray Society meets Dec. 9th with Mrs. Long and a good attendance is desired. T. H. Geer, D-V. STRAINER; AIND FARRIER Attends calls at all hours. Work guaranteed and charges reasonable. Office in Long& Co’s. l)tug Store.J PUBLICSALE. The undersigned will offer at Publie Sale at his residence 3 miles south of ,Rensselaer in Marion tp., Jasper county, Ind., beginning at 10 o’clock a, m. on Tuesday, December 20,1892. THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY TO-WIT: 7 HEAD OF HORSES, (2 brood mares, 1 two-year-old, four-yeai-old, 1 three-year-old gelding, 2 two-year-old geldings.) 11 HEAD OF COWS. 1 mowing machine, 1 cultivator, 1 harrow, 1 pair bob sleds, corn in shock, hav in stack, and other articles too numerous to mention, Terms oe Sale. —Nine month’s credit, without interest, or 8 per cent, discount for cash, on sums over 85. S. C. HAMMOND. Simon Pihllips, Auctioneer, Underwear, you need underwear for the winter; we have got a fine line just opened. Give us a call. R. Fendig. I am now making a great many of my own preparations and can guarantee them as to strength and purity. B. F. Fendig. Chapped Hands and Lips are a common tiling at this season of the year. You can rid yourself of them by using Fendig’s Hazel Cream, an elegant preparation for sale at his drug store. Clearance sale of millinery at Hemphill A Honan’s, now is the time to buy cheup. Ia purchasing spectacles do not partronize traveling doctors io opticians, as every few of them are kon est or competent and are pretty apto sell inferior goods, at very high prices. Dr. I. B. Washburn has a fine test case of looses and will order you the very best of glasses, in such frames as you wish, at very reason able rates. £ ' , .-3? - . $

NI j__ A ; • Jay W. Williams’ Novelty Furniture Store Opposite the Public Square, Rensselaer, Ind. r'"- 1 1 "•• • t •- A Price list of a few First class goods. Spring rockers from $3.50 to 10.00 Wood rockers from SI.OO to $2.50 Bed Lounges from,. 8.50 to 20.00 Extensiontables 70ct per foot Bed room suit from 16.00 to 40.00 Center tables from.. .1.00 to 10.00 Bed springs from... 1.75 to 3.50 Wood chairs per 5ett0.2.75 to Matresses from.... 2.50 to 5.00 R : R'T : And a great variety of Rockers. The largest and most comlete stock of furniture ever in Rensselaer^Come and examine prices and goods and you will be convinced that it is the cate and that he ie selling them cheaper than can be ... bought i leewbere. Agent for the NEW HOME Sewing Machines. T. F. Clark, Salesman, Call and Examine our Stock of Carpets. The Leading-Hardware, Stovep, Tinware and Farm Implement Meu in Jasper County, They Handle THE BIS INJUN 3-WHEEL SULKY PLOW. The Best Plow on Earth, and the Reliable Process Gasoline Stoves, - - The Newest, Safest Hmdiest and Be EARLY BIRD COOK The very 'lest all-around kitchen stove ever sold in the county, Austin, Tomlinson and Webster’s FINE FARM WAGONS All kinds of shelf and ______ builders’ hardware, — —— -■ ■■ ■ ■- igg WATER l||P§iiAND LOTS OF IT. t&eß-A I am prepared to furnish wells the coming season a the following rates: Swo-iiicli SuMar (Hell, Through dirt, measured from topof pump, £0 ctf. pers6o 5-incli Cylinder (Hell, Jhrough dirt, two and one-hal inch all solid brass cylinder SI.OO per foot from top of pump). I use nothing but galvanized pipe in any weds I may make. Wind Mills, Gas Pipe, Water and Steam Fixtures. - ' TANKS and CISTERNS A SPECIALTY. W. T. PEROTS, BENSSELM i^.