Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 32, Number 292, 4 December 1907 — Page 4

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THE RICHMOND PAIXADIU3I AND SUN-TELEGRAM, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 49 100T.

THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUN-TELEGRAM. Palladium Printing Co., Publishers. Office -North 9th and A Streets. RICHMOND, INDIANA.

PRICE Per Copy, Dally 2c Per Couy, Sunday 3c Per Week, Dally and Sunday 10c IN ADVANCE One Year $5.00 Entered at Richmond. Ind.. Poatcfflcs As Second Class Mail Mattw HAVE INVESTIGATION. The Light, Heat and Power company prang something in the nature of a surprise on council at its last session, hen it made a new proposition "'with regard to buying the Municipal Lighting plant. The way the Light, Heat Cind Power company has prepared its laew proposition, places the city in a position where it must pay some attention to the offer. The new proposition contains an offer that means a great deal in determining just where the City really stands with regard to the tnoney it has sunk in the Municipal Jdant.' This part of the proposition leads: "Therefore, we request and petition that for the purpose of establishing a fcaBis for further negotiations, and arJriving at an appraisement or true value of the plant, and for the further purpose of accurate knowledge on the part of the city's officers, a firm of competent chartered accountants and electric engineers, trained in municipal Investigation, and satisfactory to both the city and ourselves, be retained by the city to make such examination and tappraisal. and to report at the earliest Opportunity. "The expenses incident to the same this company agrees shall be added to fcny purchase price hereafter established, should we purchase. And should ti sale not be consumated, we agree in felmburse the city to the amount of fcuch expense." By this part of the proposition then, the Light, Heat and Power compauy dgrees that if the city will order a proper and thorough examination made of the Municipal plant, it will bear the txpense whether the city sells its plant or not. Nothing could be fairer to Richmond than this, as it means we will all know just how the Municipal plant stands, something that we do not now know, and something that no 'former Investigation has shown fully. Aside from this comes consideration Ol the sale of the city plant. From a business standpoint in dollars and cents to the city of Richmond, the maxiicipal plant to date is not a success. Conditions are not now and never have been favorable for the success of the lunicipal plant from, a business standjoint. The city plant has always lad the strongest kind of competition from the Light, Heat and Power com pany and competition, as everyone knows, tends to bring about very low prices or rates. In this case the Municipal plant has been forced to make rates that are very low. considering the rates paid in other cities. This, of course, has been to the great .benefit of every consumer of electricity in the city and was what the Municipal plant Blmed to do. Richmond to date has punk over $'J0O,XH in its Municipal plant, and the taxpayers have had to toot the bill. For the economic running of either the Muncipal plant or the Light, Heat and Power company, one or the other plants must be absorbed. The Light. Heat and Power company claims that if the city plant s sold to it, it will be able to save nough in operating expenses to justify Jt in increasing its investment to take Over the plant. No one doubts that. JCither plant under one ownership ivould need but one set of operatives. nd all the expense of duplication that Is now entailed would be saved. An;! this saving would amount to several thousands of dollars every year. If the city were to buy out the Light, Ileat and Power company, it would piake the additional money by the tame saving that the former aims to make if it purchases the city plaut. Hichmond, however, is in no position to take on additional indebtedness and can not afford to make the Light, Heat end Power company any proposition ' towards taking over its plant. Therefore, there is but one thing left to do end that is to go to the bottom of the matter with the Light, Heat and Tower company and secure, if possible a satisfactory arrangement, whereby the city will sell its plant and receive back every cent it has put into it and at the same time allow the sale to take place under conditions that will absolutely protect the electrical cosumers against any raise above the present rates. If eny saving in operating expense is to be made let it be made under present tM Anrl ne 'p 11nrlorctfinrl.it iVi' me j-dgm, neai auu rawer company, But by all means let us have the exmination of the Municinal nlant. Ev-

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chartered accountant, acceptable to both the city and the Light, Heat and Power company, Just where the city stands In its municipal venture. Such an investigation will not hurt and js altogether at the expense of the Light, Heat and Power company, no matter what the outcome of the proposed sale is. This is a chance for the taxpayers of Richmond to get something for nothing and if council does not see its way clear to agree to such a reasonable proposition there must necessarily be some ulterior motive which we do not understand, and which cannot be to its credit.

NOT TO "BUTT IN" ON WAYNE PRIMARY Asserted That Judge W. 0. Barnard Will Keep His Hands Off. ALL RUMORS SET AT REST. CHAS. M. CHRISTOPHER OF NEW CASTLE, IT IS SAID, INTIMATED CHANGE OF PROGRAM ON JUDGE BARNARD'S PART. Charles M. Christopher. ex-Sheriff of Henry county, and a leading politician of New Castle, was in Richmond. Tuesday visiting local politicians. It is asserted that while Mr. Christopher was here, he intimated that Judge W. O. Barnard, candidate for the congressional nomination from Henry county, had changed his mind regarding the prospective primary in Wayne county, and will not ask that his name appear on the ticket. A week or two ago, word was sent out from Hagerstown that Judge Barnard intended to have his name on the Wayne county primary ballot in case one was held to determine which of Wayne's candidates should have a solid delegation at the district convention. It was felt in Richmond and Wayne county that Judge Barnard would do well to confine his efforts to Henry county, and not "butt in" on this county's candidates. This feeling was rendered all the more intense, because the Hagerstown parties who first gave out the word of Judge Barnard's intention, also said that such action on his part was more for effect than anything else, as there was little likelihood that the Henry county candidate would carry off the honors in a Wayne county primary. Coincidently with the announcement of Judge Barnard's intention, reports were circulated that rather than have the Henry county man on the Wayne county primary ticket, Ihe Wayne county candidates would prefer that no primary be held and the delegation from Wayne be sent to the district convention un-instructed. Incidentally, it was said that it was for the purpose of discouraging Wayne county's candidates from holding a primary, that Judge Barnard announced his intention of applying for a place on the ticket. More or less credence was placed in this interpretation of Judge Barnard's intention, owing to the remarkable coincidence of the first announcement sent out from Hagerstown being followed so closely by the announcement that no primary would be held. This further information that Judge Barnard will not seek a place on the primary ticket in Wayne county, wjll therefore set at rest all rumors that a primary will not be able to select the candidate for this county, giving such candidate a solid delegation to the district convention. The primary will probably be held some time in January. Great satisfaction is expressed on all sides, in regard to this as it is felt it offers the only logical and fair way in which the republicans of Richmond and Wayne county can decide who their choice for the nomination will be. It is conceded that a delegation sent from this county to the district convention divided in its choice among Wayne county's three candidates, would not do otherwise than greatly weaken the chance for the nomination coming to a man from Wayne. This belief is strengthened by the recent attempt on the part of Judge Barnard's friends to defeat the primary idea, so that an un-instructed delegation would be sent. BEGAN YOUNG Had "Coffee Nerves" from Youth. "When very young I began using coffee and continued up to the past six months," writes a Texas girl. '"I had been exceedingly nervous, thin and very sallow. After quitting coffee and drinking Postum Food Coffee about a month my nervousness disappeared and has never returned. This is the more remarkable as I am a Primary teacher and have kept right on with my work. "My complexion now is clear and rosy, my skin soft and smooth. As a good complexion was something I had greatly desired, I feel amply repaid even tho this were the only benefit derived from drinking rostum. "Before beginning its use I had suffered greatly from indigestion and headache; these troubles are now unknown. "llest of all, I changed from coffee to Postum without the slightest inconvenience, did not even have a headache. Have known coffee drinkers who were visiting me, to use Postum S a week without being aware that they I were not drinking coffee. , I " have known several to begin the use ot Postum and drop it because j tney nave tried it again and pronouncj ed it delicious." Name Ten Postum Co., Battle Creel,- Mich Tfon.1 llm

THEY SEEK BETTER FREIGHT RATES

Railroad Commission Cases of Alleged crimination. to Hear DisSHIPPERS COMPLAIN. THEY WANT AN EQUALIZATION OF FREIGHT RATES TO THE SOUTH AND SOUTHWEST SECIONS OF COUNTRY. The Interstate Railroad Commission will be in session in Indianapolis next Saturday to hear complaints in some eighteen or twenty cases of alleged discrimination in rates to the detriment of Indianapolis shippers. Requests were made of the Indianapolis lines for an equalization of rates to the West and Southwest to the end that shippers might be more nearly able to meet the prices of competitors. The general agents made a strenuous effort with their connections to comply with these requests. The situation, it is said, is one over which Indianapolis roads have but little control, from the fact that but few of them can make a rate farther west than Chicago, that being nearly the limit, of the territory covered directly by their lines. Rates on freight traveling over the tracks of other companies must be made by joint agreement with the general freight agents of those lines. In most cases, it is said, these roads have their own lines into Chicago and secure the business of the manufacturers who are enabled to quote a lower price to their customers on account of the alleged advantage obtained by the favorable rates complained of by Indianapolis men. In order that an effective effort might be made to correct the alleged abuses the Indianapolis manufacturers have formed an organization which they call the Indianapolis Freight Bureau, the officers of which have compiled evidence of the alleged unfair discrimination in the cases now before the commission and they will appear and urge the lustice of their cause. It is considered probable, it is said, that the commission will order some changes m the rates which will make conformity by the lines connecting with the Indianapolis roads compulsory. COMPLAINT REGISTERED. Washington, Dec. 4. The Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen has filed with the postmaster general a complaint against the Missouri Pacific Railway company for maintaining tracks that are alleged to be unsafe. In view of the fact that the lives of postal employes may be endangered through the reckless running of trains over unsafe roadbeds, the postmaster general is urged to make an investigation. The large number of photographs of sections of Missouri Pacific track which are alleged to be unsafe are to be submitted with the complaint referred to the second assistant postmaster general. TO BE REINSTATED. Railroad shopmen who were suspended when the financial stringency began may be reinstated much sooner than it was generally believed when the reductions were ordered. It was reported yesterday that the 500 shopmen at Altoona who were laid off recently by the Pennsylvania would be reinstated next week. While the officials said yesterday that no such orders have been given, it is not likely that any further reductions will- be made. So far the Pennsylvania is about the only railrcad that has re duced its shop forces and placed its shops on an eight-hour day basis, and no reductions are contemplated by other lines. It is believed that the rennsyivania employes win be rein stated early next month. STEEL ORDERS EXPECTED. Pittsburg makers of steel last week reported inquiries from several large railroads which had not been heard from before with reference to their or ders for next year. In each case the makers are asked to reserve space on the order books, and the information is given that the order will come soon It is understood that there has been a conference between the factions on the better rail proposition and that an agreement has been reached on the kind of rail to be nsed next year. It is understood that the war for a bet ter rail is over for the present. RATES TO BE ADVANCED. Advices have been received by the agents of the various roads in this city to the effect that homeseekers' rates for 1908 will be slightly advanced, although the conditions now in force will be the same otherwise as have heretofore been in effect. The rate now from St. Louis to Texas. New Mexico and Southwestern points is $20, and this rate after the first of the year will be $25 instead. DINING CARS ON C, C. & L. It is learned the C. C. & L. railroad officials will place dining cars on all the company's trains. The dining cars, if placed in service, will likely be attached to trains Nos. 1 and 2. Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea purifies the blood, regulates the bowels, aids the kidneys, cures stomach force; cents ; Tea or Tablets. A. G. Luken & Co. Chicago passengers anas C. C. L. trains land at 12th L (Illinois

DISCONTINUETHE ISSUE Jamestown Stamps to Be a Matter of History.

Washington, Dec. 4 Sale of the Jamestown exposition commemorative issue of postage stamps has been discontinued and hereafter no more of this issue will be sent out by the postoffice department. Those in the hands of the public, however, will continue to be available for postage a the United States never demonetizes its issues. FRIENDS DEDICATE CHURCH AT LYNN New Edifice Will Be Opened Sunday, Dec. 8th. ALLEN JAY TO OFFICIATE. Lynn, Ind., Dec. 4. The beautiful new Friends church which has recently been completed on South Main street, at a cost of between fo'r and five thousand dollars, will be dedicated Sunday. Dec. 8th, with Rev. Allen Jay of Richmond, a prominent Friends minister in charge of the services. For over a quarter of a century Old Quaker Lynn, their former place of worship located on- mile south of town, has been known as one of the strong churches of this section and tho membership has folt for some time that they could reach more peo ple by coming to town and with this idea in mind the new church has been built. It is the fifth church in Lynn. Two services will be held Sunday. A large crowd is expected to be in attendance as a general invitation to attend the services has been extended to all by the members of the congreation. MASONIC CALENDAR. Week commencing Monday, Dec. 2, 1907. Wednesday Webb Lodge No. 21, F. & A. M., election of officers and payment of dues. Thursday Wayne Council No. 10, R. & S. M., election of officers and payment of dues. Friday King Solomon's Chapter No. 4, R. A. M.. work in M. Ex. M. degree. Saturday Loyal Chapter No. 49, O. K. S., election of officers and payment of dues. Use Nyals' Winter Cough Remedy, WHITE PINE TAR. Contains no Alcohol, Chloroform or Opiates. 25c. QIIOLEY DRUG STORE 4th and Main. Automatic Phone 1198, 1199 Bell 190. THE BEE HlVf GROCERY CO. Automatic Phone 1198, 1199 Bell 190. We have opened a barrel of FANCY SWEET CIDER and a barrel of fancy white fat NORWAY MACREREL Old Hickory Sugar Syrup Something extra fine Cold Bond Maple Syrup the finest in the city Fancy White Comb Honey Old Fashion Buckwheat Flour USE BEE HIVE COFFEE

In the Autumn and Winter A nice cheery, open fire is the magnet for the family circle, and when you have your fireplace filled with a bright, glowing fire, such as you can only get from clean, high grade coal, it makes home "the dearest spot on earth." For furnace, range, fireplace or stove we have the best that is mined. O. D. BULLERDICK 529 S. 5tta St Pbone 1233.

Most Remarkable EEnHtaflsiasii And Pleasant Mtidpaiois Created by the Announcement That DUNN, the Quaker Health Teacher would be here tomorrow, and would remain for a limited time before closing his remarkable and triumphant three years' trip across this great continent. All Are Welcome to Call and Have a Talk With Him. He made hundreds of friends here during his last visit, and wishes to increase

the number during the next few catarrh and stomach troubles

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The announcement made in these columns yesterday, that Dunn, the Quaker Health Teacher, would stop over in this city for a limited time, created much enthusiasm, and people are eagerly awaiting him. The re-j markable work he done in this city; with the woncterful Quaker Herb Ex-i tract and Oil of Balm on his last visit! has not been forgotten. Many former sufferers who have been benefited by these great Quaker Remedies are already preparing to meet him again personally, to express their thanks for the benefits received. Sufferers from rheumatism, catarrh, kidney, liver or stomach troubles who have been reading of the remarkable cures of others, are also preparing to call. It is certain therefore that Dunn's visit will be a busy and pleasant one.. He will arrive here tomorrow morning and at 9 o'clock he can be seen at the drug store of A. G. Luken &. Co., the same store at which he formerly made his headquarters. He will gladly talk personally with all who call on him. His SLOW BUT The man of small means Vannot afford to speculate because he cannot afford to lose. "Slow but sure" should be his motto when planning for the future. Wealth will not be his in a day, but he will stay rich when be gets thre. There is no safer or better way to invest money than to place it in a savings account where it will earn three per cent, compound interest. Richmond Trust Company SWEET CIDER (Just In). NEW RAISINS, CURRANTS, CITRON, LEMON and ORANGE PEEL. For MINCE MEAT, Phone 2292. HADLEY BROS. PALLADIUM WANT ADS. PAY

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main object in coming here again is, to prove more convincingly than ever that Quaker Herb Extract and Oil of Balm actually, really and truly are the greatest and most remarkrble remedies ever introduced, most particularly for people suffering from rheumatism, catarrh or stomach troubles. Hundreds of Richmond people have already been convinced of this fact, but still many sufferers have net tried the remedies, nd now another opportunity is offered by which they can talk to Dunn and hear what he has to say about the Quaker Herb Remedies. An immediate visit is requested. The crowds will be large. Dunn will remain at Luken's drug store for a limited time daily from 9 o'clock in the morning until 9 o'clock at night. Call during the morning hours if at all possible. Remember, the Quaker Remedies now offered are the same genuine remedies which made all of those remarkable and sensational cures during and since Dunn's last visit here. To obtain them you must come to Luken's drug store.

The First National Bank Richmond, Indiana, ' DOES NOT loan any money in New York. DOES NOT loan money to speculators. DOES NOT own a share of stock of any kind. DOES NOT buy bonds of any kind except City of Richmond and U. S. Governments. DOES NOT exceed its legal limit in making loans. DOES NOT permit officers and employes to overdraw. DOES NOT refuse accommodation to small customers in order to take care of large ones. The First National Bank Richmond, Indiana, DOES keep on hand at all times a large amount of cash DOES prefer reasonable interest rates on money loaned to people at home rather than high rates offered in New York. DOES take as good care of small patrons as of large ones. DOES transact a safe and conservative banking business. DOES have the active supervision of a capable Board of Directors. DOES want your banking business and can handle it to your satisfaction. A home bank, owned by and managed in the interest of home people. Last year our deposits were $200,000 more than they were the year before. This year our deposits are $200,000 more than they were last year.

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Dunn. If you know of my person who might be suffering from the ravages of a parasite (tape-worm) send him to Dunn at once and he will prove how quickly and surely Quaker Herb Extract will cause it to be expelled completely, without starvation or any ill after effects.. It is easy to publish such a claim, but hard to prove it. Dunn is here to prove it, and it's up to the people of this city to force him to do so. Sufferers from rheumatism, catarrh and stomach troubles are mct particularly requested to consult others who have used Quaker Herb Extract and Oil of Balm and Dunn is willing to abide by their reports. Now why will you continue to suffer when your friends, relatives, neighbors and acquaintances have been relieved? Call on Dunn and hear what he has to say whether you decide to try Quaker Herb Remedies or not. But do not delay. Call at once. Dunn proves what he says. At Luken's drug store from 9 a. m. 1 to 9 p. m. $1.25 Madras Shirt Waist

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