Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 93, Number 8, 9 January 1923 — Page 2

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THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUN-TELEGRAM, RICHMOND, IND., TUESDAY, JAN. 9, 1923.

REOPENING QF ROAD IN SOMERS TOWNSHIP SOUGHT IN PETITION EATON, Ohio, Jan. 9. Petition has been filed with the county commissioners seeking to reopen a portion of a roadway In Somers township that was ordered vacated after a contest in the courts. The road in question is known as the Somers road. M. J. Coleman and others petitioned the commissioners to vacate a part of the roadway, upon the grounds that it was no longer used for travel. The commissioners refused to order the roadway vacated and they dismissed the petition. The petitioners appealed to probate court, where a jury reversed the commissioners. The commissioners appealed to common pleas court. Upon motion of the petitioners the appeal was dismissed, upon the ground that the commissioners had not legally authorized the action, as there was an absence of any record providing for the proceeding. The case was remanded back to probate court for execution of the Jury verdict. Ed Overholtz filed the petition seeking reopening of the road. He and J. E. Flora have filed a $500 bond required by the commissioners. Besides Overholtz and Flora,, signers of the petition are: Charles Dnnlap, W. D. Ross, J. E. Coombs, D. W. McQueen, George D. Goodman, Ernest Bertsch', Milton E. Ross, Alvah B. Howard, Hazel Howard, J. F. Decker, J. V. Statzer, O. C. Hoel, Porter Reeve, B. L. Maxel, Katie I. Craig, Mary E. Kirk, Frank Davis, B. F. Ross, Frank Jones, William Miller, Wallace Casey, Rettie M. Pierce.

LEGION INDIAN OPERA TO BE GIVEN JAN. 17

. Music by Campbell Tipton, with interpolations by Lieurance, Cadman and Trover, some of it copied from the ceremonials ot the western Indians, will give an actual Indian flovor to the Indian opera to be given under the auspices of the American Legion band, on Jan. 17, according to W. A. Baker, directing the production. Paul Steen, as the leading tenor, will sin, "I Hear A Thrush at Eve," a song well fitted to display the tim

bre of his voice. William Romey, baritone, in the opening song, "King of the Forest Am I," has made a strong impression upon his co-workers at rehearsal. Comedy parts are taken by George Krueger, Howard Klute, Williard Crandall and Thomas Nolan. Miss Rhea Crandall will sing an interpolation, the duet with the. flute, "Wild Bird," by Lieurance, and Miss Helen Mashmeyer. taking the part of Laughing Star, will sing the Mirinetonka song. Zuni Indian mu?'c wall furnish the score for Miss Goldie Van Tress' opening .song, and she will sing a duet with William Romey in the third act, "Oh Moment That I Bless." Miss Pauline McPherson sing3 the Canoe song, by Lieurance, and a song addressed to the children. Miss Anna Nicklas will be heard in the song "Beware" " " " ,

MAINTENANCE OF WATERS FROM POLLUTION IS OF NATIONAL E00N0MI0 IMPORTANCE

Beck Installed Master Of Monroe Grange WEST MANCHESTER, Ohio, Jan. a. Officers for the coming year were

iTiKtntiPd at the regular meeting of

the Monroe Grange Friday evening. K. B. Creager, past master, acted as

installing officer. New officials are

C E. Beck, master: Garfield Kimmel

overseer; Helen Blackford, lecturer: Claud DaviESon, secretary; Yerto MoGriff, steward; Roy Laird, assistant steward; Alta Mae Brunner, lady assistant steward; Mrs. R. W. Oliver, chaplain: Walter Trump, treasurer: Mrs. Cletus Beck, Pomona; Mrs. Verto McGriff, Ceres; Mrs. Leonard House, Flora; John Grube, gatekeeper; James Juday business agent; Fern Woolf, corresponding secretary. A lecture hour followed the Installation.

(By John C. Diggs, ot the Conservation Department) Much that has been written by Investigators during the earlier years in their efforts to reduce the pollution of streams was done under a policy that public waters should be retained in the condition of their pristine purity as nearly as posible. The motives back of such a policy were more or less aesthetic and largely considered the problem of pollution from .view point of public health, and the distasteful practice of taking a drinking water supply from a stream into which sanitary sewage is discharged. Increase In population, the growth of industry and commerce and the passive attitude of legislatures have so changed the condition of the rivers and creeks of the state, that they have become little more than open sewers, receiving whatever waste a city, or town or an industry may choose to drain into them. Today the question Is not one of sentiment but one of economic importance. The requirements of modern civilization demands the conservation and economical utilization of our national resources, and the reasonable use of the water carriers of the state can not be excluded from their requirements. However, reasonable use of a stream for waste disposal certainly should not produce a condition which will render its water unfit for

the uses which property owner3 and

otner citizens of the community may have a right to demand. In the matter of the economic use of a wrater course the question of agricultural demands, industrial requirements, the relation to fish and stream life, and the effect upon recreation grounds must be con-, sidered. Must Move Stock In the numerous investigations made of alleged cases of stream pollution during the past year there is scarcely one which has not shown that one or more farmers have been compelled to remove stock from pasture lands bordering a contaminated stream, because the animals refused to drink the foul smelling water. The loss of the use of these lands or the expense of providing an auxiliary clean water supply is rightly chargeable, to the cost of stream pollution,

and is held by the court as grounds for legal action. Not infrequently the atmosphere along waste contaminated streams becomes so foul-smellingthat residence in the close proximity is undesirable. Farm lands are frequently depreciated with further financial injury to the owners. Many industries require large volumes of fairly pure water for their operation. Few factories locate in a community without first making an investigation relative to the quality and volume of water which may be available for its processes. When a prospective industry finds that the water supply had been reduced, unsuitable to its needs as, that purification untold be required, it is probable that a more desirable location will be sought. In other cases when pollution of a stream develops to such an extent that a formerly pure water supply becomes un-usable fhe plant must purify the water, or develop a new source of supply. Some years ago the Mun-

cie Water company attained its water

supply from White River. With the

development of the oil industry, and the discharge of oil and salt water wastes Into the stream, the company was forced to seek a supply elsewhere. Dig Deep Wells And deep wells' were dug, to be in turn reduced unfit for use because oil

and gas well operators turned the ex

cess salt water into the outer casings

of their wells, thus rendering the drinking water supply of Muncie eight to 10 miles distant decidedly saline. Stream pollution In Indiana is beginning to react upon its manufacturers, as they are finding themselves handicapped and put to a considerable expense in treating the water supplies used In their industries. The value of fish in our streams and the use of our lakes and streams and the land bordering them for recreation is an lntergible one. The actual food value of the fish killed by a factory waste may not be great, yet during the past summer on more than one occasion a ton or more fish were killed within a period of three or four days, by a, small vegetable packing plant. A ton of fish at 10 cents per pound has a money value of $200 an amount in many cases sufficient to have properly cared for the waste. Small Streams Available. The smaller streams of the state, if uncontamiated, not only furnish excellent living conditions for fish life, but

ideal spawning grounds as well. If these smaller streams can be spared from the waste of cities and factories each will at least contribute to the

larger streams and lakes a quantity of fergerlings equivalent, to that turned out of a state hatchery maintained at a cost of $5,000 per year. Each year thousands of Indiana residents go to Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan or Canada for a week's fishing. Were the lakes and streams of the state adequately protected against injurious wastes there would be no necessity of this annual exodus of sportsmen, with the loss to the state of at least oae hundred thousand dollars. . The question or public health cannot be overlooked. The state must pay for pollution by city sewage, either with the lives of its citizens or additional costs for water, purification. Waste from each canning factory and stream board mill means additional cost for water purification. The cost should rightly be borne by the industry, city or town contributing the waste.

Dislike Legal Action. Local citizens of a community are usually more or less reluctant to take legal action against an industry which openly contamiates a stream. Such industries usually put up the cry that there is no method of treating a waste similar to theirs or, that the cost of such treatment will be so excessive that they will be compelled to seek a new location where stream pollution laws are less stringent or less rigidly enforced. This talk Is usually bluff, first because all factory waste may be treated for at least a partial rembvl of their toxic properties nd second the treatment of the waste of an industry need not be an excessive item, and certainly would not compare with the cost incidental to that of moving a factory. Also there are few thickly settled states which are not guarding their streams against excessive pollution of

water and any industries seeking a new location would find statutes as those of Indiana on matters relating to the protection of the1 public water courses. - The laws now in iorce in this state are very broad and do not give to any state deprtment sufficient power to properly hndle the question of stream pollution. One act grants to the state the authority to prosecute offenders who contaminate the streams to the

extent that fish are killed or injured. Considerable improvement in stream conditions has been accomplished un

der this act but its use has not been resorted to except In extreme cases where moral persuasion failed to convince a manufacturer . of his - duty. There is great need for specific legislation which will grant to the department of conservation, after investigation,; authority to compel cities and towns as well as manufacturer to Instal proper waste treatment devices, establishing penalties if such orders are not complied with.

GERMAN LETTER COSTS 80 MARKS POSTAGE

, EVAN S VILLE, Jan. 9. -Postage on

a letter John O. Chewning of this city

received from Germany recently cost

80 marks, which would have amounted to about $20 before the war. The let

ter was from Daniel Zutt, a graduate

of central high school, of which Mr. Chewning is principal. Zutt is attending the University of Berlin.

STARTLING CHARGES MADE AGAINST JUDGE SHELBYVILLE, Ind., Jan. 9. Public charges of extra judicial activities of a former circuit court judge which resulted in a practical disbarment

without process of law, and destruc

tion of his business have been made

by Isaac Carter, former lawyer of Shelbyville, end now located in Indianapolis.

A letter "was written by Alonzo,: Blair, Mr. Carter states, to a number ' of attorneys, regarding a case in which Kingan and company of Indianapolis were defendants with Mr. Carter as their attorney. Mr. Blair, then on the bench, stated in the letter that he would not try a case in which Mr. Carter appeared as attorney. Mr. Carter remained ignorant of this action for som$ time, according to his statement, and when he did discover it, was compelled to resign his business. Mr. Carter has pronv

The Sixth and Largest Shipment of Betty Beads Now Here Price $1.00 O. E. Dickinson 523 Main St.

ised further sensational revelations of business in the Shelby county circuit court.

County Auditor Prepares Delinquent Tax List Preparation for the publication of the delinquent tax list of Wayne couni3 being made by County' Auditor Howard Brooks. Taxable property upon which taxes have not been paid for the year ending will be listed in

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the published notice. Delinquent tas

payers will have until Jan. 19 to pari

their back taxes before the addition-..

al cost of paying for the publication, of the public notice is assessed. Records show that only a comparative few properties were sold because ot delinquent taxes during the year pre-

Niagara Falls, in wearing away, has receded about seven miles, it is estimated.

Tomorrow, if ZWISSLER'S Raisin Bread Day Order a Loaf at Your Grocer's Zwissler's 28 S. 5th St.

Select Your Castle of Happiness from one of the nine homes which are now unsold in beautiful

Wrightlaiid

Twenty-three families are now comfortably situated in their own homes in Wrightland When choosing a Wrightland home you not only ge,t the best in material, workmanship and design, but you are assured of having pleasant home loving neighbors. Easy Terms May Be Arraigned EDWIN C. WRIGHT, Owner W. S. WHITE, Salesman. Office 514 Peacock Road. Phone 3524

Called by Death

JOHN CLARK CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind., Jan. 9 Funeral services for John Clark, former Cambridge City resident will be held at the Presbyterian church at 1 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery. The deceased died at Warren, Ind., at 11 o'clock Sunday night, of a paralytic stroke. He was 66 years old and is survived by the widow, one son, two sisters, Mrs. Alice Strayer, of Minneapolis and Mrs. Sarah Hunt of Cambridge City; and by four brothers Silas and Isaac of Cambridge City, Grant Clark of Indianapolis and Mylas of near Greenfield. The body will be brought to Cambridge City at 11 o'clock on Wednesday morning.

Tho JtburiMt makes vopd our 'Guarantee! without a question is thQfioiirw&mommmf.,

Fresh Country Butter 50c lb. Fresh Country Eggs 50c Doz. Chas. C. Eubank Cor. Grant and Ridge Phone 3120

MRS. ELSIE STOBAUGH CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind., Jan. 9. Funeral services for ,Mrs. Elsie Stobaugh of Muncie, formerly of this city, who died Sunday evening, will be held in Muncie, where the brother and sister in-law have gone to be in attendance. Mrs. Stobaugh was the wife of Walter Stobaugh of Muncie and is survived by the husband, a son, a daughter, and a brother, Dan Winters of Cambridge City.

TEXAS REPRESENTATIVE WOULD BAR IMMIGRATION WASHINGTON, Jan. 9. A bill to prohibit immigration into the United States was introduced in the house by Representative Danders, Democrat, of Texas.

Thistlethwaite's The Original Cut-Rato Seven Convenient DRUG STORES

Our "One-Day" Cold Tablets at 24? Menthol Cherry Bark Cough Syrup. .24 & 49? DeWitt's White Pine and Menthol Cough Syrup now at 23 and 43

Special Wednesday

ROUND STEAK SWISS STEAK

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15c

Hamburger, lb. ............. 10c Pure Pork Sausage, lb . . 10c

Pork Shoulder Bones, lb. Pure Lard, 5 lbs. ......

Pork and Beans, 3 cans 20c Catsup, 3 bottles 25c

...6c ..60c

Salmon, tall, per can ....10c Milk, tall cans 10c

Nut Oleomargarine, pound B.B Brand Oleo, 2 pounds

...20c . . .42o

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Values the equal of which we have never been able to feature are to be found in this January display. Suites and single pieces for every room of the house in all finishes and designs, will draw and hold your attention. Everything moderately priced no merchandise withheld, this huge sale promises to be the largest we have ever shown. Come in tomorrow morning and see for yourself the many attractive offerings now on exhibit.

"CASH IF YOU HAVE ITCREDIT IP YOU WANT IT"

Golden Oak Colonial Buffet COA r7r

at $dU.i O

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Chest of Drawers 1 S15.75 The chest of drawers of chiffonier -without the mirror is one piece of furniture which' surely enhances the utility of the bedroom. Made In the six drawer style. Attractive finished in mahogany. One Is now priced for January Clearance at $15.75.

Da-Beds Metal S22.50 Inexpensively priced are these highly desirable da-beds, finished in white enamel or the popular wood finishes. Frame is of metal, come equipped with fine spring, pad and covering of flowered cretonne at $22.50.

Long Duofold $39.75 The long-styled duofold proves a popular and necessary item in today's home ' furnishing. Always offers a convenient extra bed when you have need for one. Upholstering of high - grade workmanship. Leather covered. Now $39.75.

Regardless of the many woods, and dignified designs in furniture which are to be had, it yet remains a fact that this oak furniture is in popular demand, because' of Its long serviceable qualities. And for that oak dining set we can offer, as a supplement, a well chosen buffet, well proportioned, solidly built and pleasingly finished. Made with two large top drawers, one velvet lined. Two cupboards and full width bottom drawer for linens.

etc. As shown, has plate mirror. Indeed an

outstanding value at

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A Suitable Dropleaf Table $12.95 Of the many small tables which might be used for decorative a3 well as utility purposes, the drop-leaf Is one to be considered. When not in use for ono purpose you will have need for it in many others. Is , daintily fashioned and comes in a dull hand finish.

Straightline Bedroom Set, 3 Pieces, Itory Finish . . .

$120.00

Oversied Leather Rocker $19.50 This oversized model rocker offers one of the most satisfactory mediums with which to fully enjoy the pleasure of an. evening. Has full deep seat, spring filled a n d large, comfortable back with wing sides. Finely upholstered and covered in genuine Spanish Leather. Lowly priced ' for January selling at $19.50

Simplicity in design will immediately attract your attention to this particularly well bedroom suite of three pieces. Bed has bow end, dresser is 48-inch size and chiffonier is in four-drawer, full-width style. All three pieces have fine casework, drawers dovetail construction, interiors finished, and each piece is deco- C"IQfi nf rated with hand-fashioned wreath, only tpXU UU

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Colonial Style China Cabinet $39.50 A rare piece of cabinet work la offered in the colonial china cabinet shown above. The design, of course, is in the modernized turning. Made with three wide shelves. Interior is finished to match the warm walnut finish. Balance with straight glass panels. Priced at $39.50.

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