Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 37, Number 35, 15 December 1911 — Page 6
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fHE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUXTELEGRA3I, FRIDAY, DECE3IBER 15, 1911.
COMPLAINTS MADE AGAINST VENDERS
Alleged that Some Vegetable Peddlers Do Not Give Full Measure.
That vegetable venders are "slipping one past" the market master, who is also inspector of weights anct measures, Is evidenced by the statements of persons who have had dealings with venders. It is alleged several venders are giving thort weight, although the market master says that veget able Tenders have received warningjifrom him. Baskets in which potatoes are sold, by the venders, it is said, hold but 63 pounds but are represented as .holding the full bushel, sixty pounds. After ordering a bushel of potpttoes from Joe Cohen, Richard Study. 37 South Thirteenth street, asked if the basket held a bushel. Cohen, according to Study, answered that it did, and when Study replied it looked mailer than a bushel, Cohen became angry and drove away.
Study immediately informed Market Master Taylor, and the two found
(Cohen sfcortly afterward and Taylor
asked him if he was selling the potatoes by the bushel measure and if he represented the "short" basket as hol
ding a bushel. Cohen replied that he
bad not and always measured his potatoes by the half bushel or peck. Shortly afterward a North Twelfth
treet resident purchased two bushel f potatoes from Cohen and he also protested, when Cohen gave him the potatoes in the alleged "short" basket. Cohen, it is said, declared that the basket was full measure. Market Master Taylor says that he has given Cohen and other dealers
trict orders not to sell potatoes in "short" baskets. He says that most of the larger baskets do not hold a bush
el, and that the dealers have informed him that they do not represent them to
be full measure. According to the law passed by the
Mast legislature the commissioner of
rweights and measures has police powders and may make arrests without a
formal warrant. As market master Taylor is also inspector of weights
and measures he has these powers. The law reads as follows: , "The commissioner of weights and ) measures, his deputies and inspectors, and the county and city sealers of weights and measures are hereby made special policemen and are authorized and empowered to arrest without formal warrant for any violation of the statutes in relation to scales, weights and measures, and to seize for use as evidence and without formal warrant any false weights, scales, measure, or weighing or measuring device, or packages or amounts of commodities found to be used, retained or offered or exposed for sale or sold in violation of law."
Will Farmers of Wayne County m Encourage Another Corn School
MORE XMAS GIFTS THAN EVER BEFORE
! (National News Association) CHICAGO, Dec. 15 The Christmas rush at the Chicago post office is approaching high tide, and its is already apparent, despite the doleful thory of many merchants that the high cost of living has reduced the public generally to the purchase of necessities only, that all records will be broken this year in the volume and value of holiday presents sent by mail. The bulk of the excess of Christmas matter ao far is in the foreign mail division, but next week the clerks will be wrokIng day and night in their struggle to keep up with the avalanche of domestic mall. During the present week the foreign-born residents of Chicago have aent tens of thousands of money orders to gladden the folks in their old homes In Italy, Ireland, Germany, Soandanavia and other parts of Europe, to say nothing of Asia and Africa.
BOWLING SCORES
The Hustlers beat the Boosters in
e second round of the bowling tour-
anient for employes at the Starr Pi
no factory, last night at the city al
leys. The scores were especially close.
he difference between the two tarns' otals being but 24. Summary:
Boosters.
FKreiraeier ' 90 92 128
Tauer 113 114 108
ftdchtenfels 130 115 121
Mayer 119 122 138
Duning i39 108 112
Total 591 551 607 Hustlers. Zeyen 122 141 135 K. Zeyen 126 128 145 Evans 86 98 91 8elby 102 90 117 Duney 152 109 131
BL I8AAC L. TOTTEN. From present indications there will be no corn school this winter. The men of Richmond who promoted and took charge of the corn school last winter do not feel as though they would be justified in taking hold of the work again this year. They became discouraged because of the lack of support given the good cause by the farmers of this community. "The farmers here seem to be exceedingly contented; they are doing well enough as it is, and they apparently resent the good intentions ot outsiders who are desirous of encouraging better farming methods," said a Wayne county booster. "We know that the farmers here are prosperous and progressive; "another njan remarked, then added, "but we like to see them get together, and manifest a little more of that want-to-know-more spirit." "It is no wonder the farmer's sons do not stay on the farm exclaimed another man with a note of criticism in his tone.s. "When a farmer urns to jdvinj; his son, first of all. a higher development of the intelligence which is born in him, so that through education he may broaden his understanding and when, in addition to that, the farmer will give his Eon the privileges and advantages which has developed intelligence should commanJ, of applying his knowledge to the business of constructive farming and of broadening
his sphere; then, and not till then, will the boy be contented to stay on the farm, and more, I venture to say, he will then choose it In preference to any other livlihood. I do not 'know of any other business that would stand the reckless waste and ilosses now common upon the farm, Ibecause of absolute, lack of intelli
gent direction. 1 do not know of any
business today which is so much ia ineed of well-directed thought, geni-
wus and thorough business engineer
ing. I do not know of any business
promising greater returns for the
fproper application of brains, capital
and industry than farming." We believe that practically everv farmer in Wayne county is ever willing and ready to learn more about methods of handling his business: we believe that if there was to be a corn school this winter that more encouragement and better support would be given it than ever before; and the only thing necessary to make it a permanent fixture is for some one to take the initiative. It is owing to the fact, that there are so few among the farming class who are willing lo take It upon themselves to encourage the get-together spirit that In many neighborhoods there is less sociability than one would find in the jungles. The farmer has been dependent too long upon some outsider to tak the lead in movements that make the farmer's advancement and pleasure. Very few of the improved farm Implements have been invented, designed or improved by the farmers. It is not the farmer who has been most Interested in Introducing th utmost economy in every process and department of farming as it is applied in manufacturing and farming Is a straight manufacturing proposition. As we stated once before in this column: Is the time not ripe for the farmer to brush up a bit and begin doing things for himself? Why should we assume an attitude of reliance when there is just as high a degree of Intelligence among the farming class as in any other line of endeavor? Perhaps too much Is expected of the farmer? In fact, sometimes It does seem that he is expected to grasp new ideas more readily than we expect other men to take up new Ideas in their business. As a general rule, when something new Is suggested In the line of agriculture, there seems to be a prevailing Idea that every farmer should dive right in and try It out. He would be kept busy if he did; because nearly every one today ha9 some pet farm hobby that they want to see tried. Other business men do not try out every thing suggested to Improve their business, and why should we expect more of the farmer than the merchant or manufacturer? Nevertheless, we cannot have too
Total 588 566 619
Something new at Nicholson's. Sanitary Kitchen Wall Sets. See one of 14 pieces in East Window.
Do you want an Elegant Electric Lamp? Go to Nicholson's. In selecting Holiday Stationery, be not deceived by Pretty Boxes and poor quantity inside. At Nicholson's is .the best Quality. If you want the very best Quality of Leather Goods, especially in Ladies' Bags, Pocket Books, etc. You will Jlnd thtra at Nicholson's.
much education along the line of agriculture, in fact, we cannot have too much education along any line, and we know of no better way to further our knowledge along agricultural lines than through just such good work as that of a corn school. Every phase of the corn school work last winter was of a thoroughly practical nature, and everyone who attended expressed himself or herself as well repaid for the time spent there. Several were heard to remark that the course of instruction was worth from five to ten times what it really cost. The opportunity of listening to the instructors that are engaged to direct the corn school work means much to any farmer, and the privilege afforded of consulting with these men in regard to problems that are continually confronting every farmer, and which these experimental station men are every day endeavoring to solve, is beyond doubt of great value. There is not a person who took part in the hog, horse, cattle and sheep judging work at the corn school but feels and knows that he has a better knowledge of the points to be looked for in selecting these animals for breeding, for feeding or for work. Those who took advantage of the corn judging and listened to the talks given by the "Chicken Man," Otis Crane, surely got pointers on poultry raising that they never can forget. In addition to all of these good things brought, to us from Purdue, there was the benefit we all obtained from getting together. We cannot have too many of these corn schools; we cannot learn too much about our occupation and we cannot accomplish the best results by working in isolation; we must get together co-operate. It is through co-operation a joining of interests of the business enterprises that they have reached their high standard or utility and efficiency. The farmers must get together the same as the business men of the cities are getting together if they expect to advance and maintain their position as business men. It is to be regretted that instead of making the corn school a permanent fixture here, we are going to let it drop.
LATE MARKET NEWS
Furnished by A- W. Thomson Co, Uittle Block. Phone 2709. Correspondents, Logan and Bryan.
EAST BUFFALO LIVE STOCK
! East Buffalo. Dec. 15. Cattle Receipts 200; steers $7.50 8.50; butchers $.1.00 7.25. Sheep Receipts 1,300; prime $4.00. Calves Receipts 700; choice fS.OOf: Hogs Receipts 12,700; heavies $6.35 $6.40; pigs $5.90; yorkers $6.20; i 6.30. Lambs $6.50g 6.70.
NEGRO IS HUNG IN GEORGIA THEATER
Preacher, Murderer of Planter, Strung Up Before Relatives.
! CHICAGO LIVESTOCK
Chicago, Dec. 15. Cattle Receipts 2000; beeves $4.9S 9.10. Sheep Receipts 11000; prime $4.00. Lambs $6.10. Hogs Receipts 27000; heavies $5,751 6.35; pigs $3.501i6.05. Calves $8.35.
PITTSBURG LIVESTOCK
Pittsburg, Dec. 15. Cattle Receipts light; steers $7.65'a 8.00; butchers $6. 20 fit 6.70. Sheep Receipts m fair; prime $3.65?i 3.85. Hogs Receipts 25 cars; yorkers $6.25 pigs, $5. 505.90; heavies $6.25y 6.35. Calves Receipts 100; choice $8.50ft 9.00. Lamb's $6.25.
(National Xeivs Association'
j JACKSON, Ga., Dec. 15. Because of the disagreeable weather and fears of a lynching the. sheriff hanged the Rev. William Turner n the opera house. I it was the first hanging ever ' held in a theater in Georgia. ! Turner was a negro preacher. He i confessed to firing the shot which I planter, during a race riot. ! Friends and relatives of the conI demned negro occupied boxe3 and ) front seats at the execution. I They evaded the rain which wet a large crowd tha waited outside j the playhouse. It was composed of white persons denied entrance by the ; sheriff. i The gallows wns erected on the ! stage of the opera house and the : negro was marched to the scene. Be- ! fore the trap was sprung the negro : confessed that he incited the riot and j that he fired the shot which killed Singley. He warned the members of
I be advised by the whites.
CHINA ISAREPUBLIC National Cabinet Proclaims Nanking Capital. (National News Association)
SHANGHAI, Dec. 15. The Republie of China officially went into existence today according to the provisional cabinet which was formulated some time ago. There was a gener-; al exodus for Nanking, which city may be proclaimed the capital of the republic. Dr. Sun Yat Sen and Gen. Homer Lee, the American organizer ot' the revolutionary army are expected here daily. Dr. Wu Tingfang. foreign minister in the provisional cabinet is playing a leading part in
launching the republic.
RIDICULE REPORT OF KING'S DEATH LONDON, Dec. 15. An unconfirmed report reached here from Delhi, India that King George had been assassinated there by a fanatic Indian ;;iicl was ridiculed in official circle.-.. It was stated that, realizing the danger of his position, the King had taken every precaution to guard against an assassin's bullet. The report received has absolutely no credence here.
GOVERNORS HAD A VERY CLOSE CALL Two Western Executives Escape Death on Indianapolis Speedway.
(National News Association) INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 15 Governors Norris of Montana and Carey of Wyoming, narrowly escaped death along with a dozen others at the Speed way track this noon at the exact spot where Driver Harry Kmght waa Injured during the Decoration Day BOO mile automobile race. Three automobiles carrying the western governors and their escorts skidded in front of the grandstand and came together like a thunder bolt. Gillian Norris. son of the Governor sustained an injured arm and the others were terribly shocked and the machines badly damaged. Nine western governors, who arrived here this morning on the boosters train known as the "Alfalfa special," were being driven at a fast clip around the speedway by members of the Indianapolis Trade Association, headed by Governor Marshall. Twenty-live automobiles were required to carry th party.
CINCINNATI LIVESTOCK
Cincinnati, Dec. 15. Cattle Receipts 27; top $6.75. Hogs Receipts 3400; top $3.50. Sheep Receipts 600; top $3.50. Lambs $6.00. Calves $8.75.
INDIANAPOLIS LIVE STOCK
j Indianapolis, Dec. 15. I Cattle Receipts 2000; steers $7.00. j Hogs Receipts 15000; top $6.40. ; Sheep Receipts 800; prime $3.25. ! Lambs 5.75. I Calves $7.75!
INDIANAPOLIS GRAIN
' Indianapolis, Dec. 15. " ; Wheat 94c ,Corn 72VS iOats 48)4 Rye 97 Vj,
Clover seed $10.00
SOUTH POLE HUNTER PREDICTS SUCCESS
(National News Association) LONDON. Dec. 15 A Lloyd's telegram received from Christ church, New Zealand, states that Capt. Scott British Antarctic expedition on board the Terra Nova sailed southward today. The Scott expedition left London June 1, 1910, and the members hoped to reach the South Pole some time this month.
TOLEDO GRAIN
Toledo, Dec. 15. Corn 60c Wheat 94c Clover seed $12.45 Oats 48 Vie Alsiko $10.80
You will never get on the sunny side by wslting for the world to turp round. Atlanta Constitution.
HOUSE OF COMMONS EXTENDS SESSION
(National News Association) LONDON, Dec. 15. The house of commons was prorogued today, and will not resume its session until the middle of February.
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MEXICAN BANDITS HOLDING AMERICAN
(National News Association) MEXICO CITY, Dec. 13. James Brown, an American is today held for ransom by Mexican bandits, following the sacking of Miraflores Ranch near Chilco, twenty miles from this city by 130 outlaws. The ranch hands put up a hard fight against the invaders and 13 were killed. The ranch is owned by C. L. Robertson, an American.
MORMON ACADEMY DEDICATED FRIDAY
(National News Association) THATCHER, Ariz., Dec. 15. A party of high officials of the Mormon church came here today from Salt Lake city to assist at the dedication of the Latter Day Saints' academy. The academy, which has just been completed, is designed to be one of the most important educational institutions of the Mormon church.
DR. HURTY HONORED BY HYGIENIC ASSOC'N
Dr. J. N. Hurtv. of Indianapolis, sec
retary of the state board of health, was !
elected president of the American Hy
gienic association at the annual election of officers yesterday at the association convention, now in progress at Havana. Cuba. The selection of the
Hoosier expert to head the continental '
organization came only after a hard j
political fight with a candidate from the West Indies. The above was the substance of a telegram received today by city health officer T. H. Davis from John R. Hicks of Covington, one of the Indiana delegates to the convention.
COUNTY ATTORNEY Gus Hoelscher, a well known young attorney, has been appointed county attorney for the January term of court by Judge Fox of the circuit court. Ha succeeds D. C. Harlan who served during th October term.
DECLARED INSANE Violently insane as a result of protracted illness and the reading of spiritual works, Ida Moore was declared a fit subject for treatment at Eastern Indiana hospital Thursday afternoon, by the lunacy commission. The woman is now confined at the Home for
Friendless. She is about forty years
old.
The Earl of Meath in an address before a girls' club said that "there are 1,500.000 more women than men, and the future of the empire not many year shenoe was going to be decided not by men but by women."
CAFE 12 Chile Con Came, bowl 10 cents. Oysters, any style, fried oyster sandwiches, blue points on half shell, fried oyster lunch Saturday afternoon and evening free. CAFE 12, 512 Main street. thur&frl-tf
SALE ON PICTURES SEE WINDOW DISPLAY Moormann's Book Store 520 Main Street
Makes Appropriate Christmas Gifts and as you know, we do our own painting and guarantee perfect satisfaction. See our original display before buying imitation.
Richmond Art Store
14 N. 9tH St.
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AN EXHIBITION EXTRAORDINARY We have now on our floor for the first time one of the NEW SCALE STARR PLAYERPIAW0S This instrument is unquestionably the greatest playerpiano ever placed upon the market. It has the greatest tone, in the opinion of every factory expert, of any upright piano which has left our plant. We want every one to hear this instrument and have arranged to have a demonstrator in attendance at all times. Come in whether you are interested in the purchase of a playerpiano or not and hear the first
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