Rensselaer Semi-Weekly Republican, Volume 40, Number 8, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 4 October 1907 — Page 1

THE RENSSELAER REPUBLICAN.

VOL. XL

729 NAMES ON REMONSTRANCE

Kankakee Petition Assailed by Those Who Oppose the Proposition. The Kankakee river drainage petition which was filed in this county a short time ago has stirred op a big lot of opposition that is quite certain to test the 1907 drainage act in the supreme court and to at, least delay for some time the drainage scheme as proposed by the petition. The law requires that two thirds of the property owners effected by the scheme and named in the petition for the improvement shall be required on a remonstrance to defeat the petition. While some 1,600 or 1,600 people are named in the petition and only 729 names are on the remonstrance, the attorneys for the remonstrators say that they can show that there are many names on the petition of people no longer land owners and of men now dead and that the remonstrance is sufficient with some to spare. The opposition also attacks the jurisdiction of the court, claiming that by the government survey the greater number of miles of the ditch are in Porter county and that the case should come up in that county. The opposition will also endeavor to show that the act of 1907 which repealed all former ditch acts makes it impossible to appoint ditch commissioners until Jan. 1, 1908. '. ' The petitioners are represented by Attorney A. Halleck, vFho has given this ditch matter much study since the time he helped defeat the Darrow bill in the last state legislature and he contends that the ditch as proposed is safe from the attacks of its opponents.

Diddle Did Time at Joliet.

Frank Diddle, the horse thief, and John McCoy, the rapist, who escaped from the jail here 6ome two weeks ago, are still at large, but Sheriff O’Connor is as unrelenting in his search as he was generous in the liberties he allowed the prisoners, and it is not improbable that they may yet be captured. We are not at liberty to state just what the operations have been but do know that the sheriff is very active in his pursuit aad has advices that he thinks will result in the capture of at least one of the men. It has been learned since Diddle disappeared that .he was no novice as a criminal, and that he had already served one term in the Joliet penitentiary for horse stealing. That he engineered the escape is beyond doubt and that he is a thoroly bad criminal and should be captured is also} quite certain. It is to be hoped.that the capture is made and quite probable that it will be.

Question Court Jurisdiction.

An error was made in reporting the Marion tp. road case in a recent issue, wherein it was stated that Mrs. tiangloff had taken an appeal from the commissioner coart. The appeal was taken by Delos Thompson, the petitioner for the road, alter the commissioners coart had decided on recommendation of a majority of the viewers that the road was not of public utility. The road had previously been favorably reported and new viewers appointed on the strength of a remonstrance filed by Andrew Gangloff and others. The jurisdic tion of the court to try the case after the commissioners had decided the road not a public utility is somewhat’,doubtful, Judge Hanley’s 'holding that the court has such right being at varianoe with other ~ judges of the state. A case to test this feature is now on appeal and Mrs. Gangloff proposes to carry this case to the supreme court.

New Poultry Firm.

Will Murray and Will Simons, under the firm name ot Murray & Simons have bought of J. A. McFarland the poultry branch of his business and opened the same this Thursday morning. It is the old J. O. Oline stand at the rear of McFarland’s store. —-

Parker’s Joy Wagon Arrived.

Vill Timmons went over to Chi cago Heights Wednesday and returned this Thursday morning with Photographer H, F. Parker’s automobile. It is a bright red machine in color and when the genial Harry learns the chaffeur game and gets aboard with his winning smile it will certainly jperit the name he has given it “Parker’ Joy Wagon.”

Tom McCoy’s Parole Appeal.

The state board of pardons has been in session at Indianapolis, having under consideration an application for the parole of Tom McCoy. The work of the board is secret and nothing has been made public regarding its decision. Only two members of the board were present, which probably means that no favorable action will be taken on the petition. The Indianapolis Star states that “McCoy’s friends have been very active in his behalf.”

Squire Irwin Has Wedding.

A marriage license was issued Monday to a nice young couple and Squire Irwin was called upon to marry them. The groom had jost turned twenty-one that day and transferred his parental manage ment into the hands of a wife of only sixteen. His name was Clyde Madison Burris and his bride’s name was Dora Ellen Price. Mrs. Emma F. Price, mother of the bride, was at the marriage ceremony, and had signed consent for the license issne.

Earnest Stewart Dead.

Ernest Stewart, the popular young barber who worked for several years in Rensselaer died Sunday at the home of his adopted parents H. A. Stewart and wife, at Broofcston, and the funeral occurred there Tuesday morning. Ernest was a fine young man and had many warm friends in Rensselaer. He had been failing for some years with consumption and had made two trips to the west to try to forestall the disease but with out effect. His original name was Kellogg, and he was adopted when quite young by the Stewart family, who had wanted him to remain at home witn them but he preferred earning his own way and remained but little at Brookston.

Editor Marshall Retires.

Monticello Herald: Editor George E. Marshall takes leave of the Rensselaer Republican this week, and Mr. George H. Healey succeds him as editor and manager. The Republican has been for many years one ol the most original, newsy and spicy of all the exchanges that reach this office, and from what we know of Bros. Marshall and Healey they are a well matched team. Mr. Marshall has disposed of all his property at Rensselaer and has selected a location in the west for the benefit of his family's health. Dr. I. M. Washburn becomes part owner of the printing office, but -delegates to <Mr. Healey the sole editorial and business management of the plants. That Mr. Healey will prove equal to his trust, we have no doubt, as he is thoroly at home in all branches of the newspaper business. See the “Palmer Garment advertisement in another place. Then see the real garment at the G. E. Murray Co.: for they are the acme of perfection.

ISSUED EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY. THE FRIDAY ISSUE IS THE WEEKLY REPUBLICAN.

RENSSELAER, JASPER COUNTY, INDIANA, ERIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 1907

WESTERN EXODUS MANY PROSPECT

The western and especially northwestern trend of Jasper county people in search of new homes and cheaper lands continues and every first and third Tuesday when railroad rates are reduced, many home seekers leave here to prospect ip the lands of promise. Last Tuefl day morning was rather an unusual one in the number of passengers for various points, and includes some visitors as well as many who go in quest of investment.

Among those who started west today were: A. J. Harmon, land agent, with Fritz Zard, for Mitchell and Ed Leach for Geddes, S. D. Joe Leach and A. L. Leach also returned to Geddes, having been here to see their father, F. A. Leach who has been qaite sick.' A. L. Leach’s boy, Edward, Jr., who has been living here with his grandfather, accompanied them. E. W. Gwin, or “Wayne” as he is usually called, started for San Francisco, Gal., and expects Jto prospect extensively in the west before deciding on an investment D. B. Branch and wife started for their home in Stockton, Cal., after a four months stay in Rensselaer with their son, A. L, Brandi who accompanied them as far as Chicago. They had also visited for some time at Indianapolis, Muncie and other points in Indiana. Mrs. Hazel Carr and two children and Miss Marie Stringer, of sooth of town, left for a ten days visit with relatives in Fort Scott, Kans. Walter Porter left for a visit with his mother, Mrs. Mary A. Porter, at Coats, Kans., and with his wife’s relatives at Bucklin, Kans. L. T. Hammond, of Wolcott had "William B. Stover and Oscar Epperts in charge and was going to both Minnesota and the Dakotas. Dr. Hartsell went to Minnesota, where he might possibly buy some land.

E. G. Warren and F. M. Norman went to Cadalac, Mich., also prospecting.

Look for Oil in Laporte County.

An Illinois syndicate is tuning options on scores of farms in the southern townships of Laporte county. Oil experts say that new oil fields can be developed there.

Got Lost in a Swamp.

S. J. Straus, the Ligonier real estate man, while inspecting farm land near Wheatfield, became lost in a swamp in which he was compelled to remain all night. It was necessary to hover about a fire to keep warm.

Examination for Pharmacists.

A. F. Sala, of Winchester, secretary of the state board of pharmacy, has announced that the examination lor registered pharmacists will be held at the state house in Indianapolis, October 14, 15,16,17 and 18, instead of October 7 as given out some time ago.

Sand and Gravel in Indiana.

The sand and gravel production reported from Indiana to the United States geological survey in 1906 amounted to 621,776 tons, valued at $1,035,352. The great sand productions of both Pennsylvania and .New York were exceeded in quantity by that of the Hoosier state that year.

The G. E. Murray Co; is showing a fetching line of outing flannels and flannelette: see them. If you are going to buy a new winter wrap yon can save money at Rowles & Parkers cloak opening, Oct 9th. The patterns and quality in ftpd wool bed blankets at the G. E. Murray Co. is very pleasing you must see them before you buy.

FUNERAL OF "KICK" MOORE

The funeral of Walter Moore, so familiarly known in Rei s felaer and thrnont the neighborhood, of Mb country home in Barkley tp. as “Kick” Moore, was held Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock at the M. E. church, Revs. H. L. Kindig of Trinity church and Rev. W. S. Simonson, of the Barkley church conducting the services. The funeral was attended by practically all the neighbors - from Barkley tp., the school he attended this year and the one he attended last year being closed, and the chnrch was crowded to the doors and many stood outside. A touching obituary of bis short life prepared by the grandfather, Squire Moore, was read, and brought tears to the eyes of almost every person within the chnrch. Amid scenes of greatest sorrow the casket was removed from the chnrch, the sadness of the parents being shared by all the neighbors and acquaintances of the bright and happy little chap whose end came so suddenly. The pall bearers were; Charley Moody, Ed Randle, Arthur "Waymire, Clint Brown, George Parker and Will Scott. It was the largest fnneral held in Rensselaer for many years for so young a child, ahd all who attended it seemed to consider the sacrifice of his little life a personal 1068.

Farmers’ Institute At Purdue.

Purdue University will entertain the faimers institute workers of the state next Monday and Tuesday, Oct 7th and Bth, and will be followed on Wednesday and Thursday by the second normal institute. Successful darying, farm sanitation, ferm motors, onr little friends and foes, combating insects, animal diseases, and the treatment of crops will be among the subjects discussed. Purdue professors will speak iu all meetings.

Many Prisoners in Reformatory.

The trustees of the Indiana Reformatory have wound up the work for the fiscal year which closed Monday, and have granted seventeen paroles out of the sixtyfour eligibles for release. There are now 1,164 prisoners in the reformatory, only a little short of the highest number ever recorded. During the month, closing with Thursday night, thirty-two prisoners were received, some for violation of parole. It will be a month before the paroles granted become effective.

Marriage Licenses.

Sept 30. Jacob T. Nanninga born in Holland, May 1,1866, present residence DeMotte, occupation farmer, father’s name Peter Nanninga, Ist marriage. To Tryntje Ettema, born in Holland Oct. 19, 1873, present residence Rose Lawn, occupation housekeeper, father’s name Andrew Sipkena, 2d marriage, Ist dissolved by death, March 24, 1905. Sept. 30. Clyde Madison Burris, born Hamilton Co., Ind., Sept. 30, 1886, present residence, Hanging Grove tp., Jasper Co., occupation farmer, father’s name Jacob G. Burris, Ist marriage. To Dora Ellen Prioe,' born Barkley Tp., Sept 24, 1891, occupation housekeeper, father’s name Samuel Prioe, Ist marriage. Mother, Mrs. Emma F. Price, signed consent.

Trinity M. E. Church.

Regular services at Trinity M. E. church on next Sabbath. The pastor's morning subject. <? How Christians Grow.” Evening subject: “Spiritual Health,” All persons without a church home especially invited.

Don’t miss Rowles & Parkers clock opening Wednesday Oct 9th all cloaks delivered. A. good show —the 5 cent theati e.

Thursday’s Local News.

Mrs. Chas. A. Roberts entertained several ladies yesterday at a home porch party. Miss Maud Merritt, of Remington is here for a few days visit with her brother John. iFred Hartman and wife have now moved into their own honse accross the railroad, where Landy McGee had lived lor the past year. WilburTharp and wife, now of Chandler, Okla., have been called back to White county by the serious sickness of Mrs. Tharp’s father Banks Christy, at Chalmers. '] A baby girl, 20 months old, daughter of Conrad Schafter and wife, 7 miles southeast of town, died Wednesday of summer complaint. The fnneral will be held at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon. Mrs. A 1 Needham of Dublin, Ind. is here to spend a few days with Mrs. Mary Kannal and other friends. She is the mother of Miss Jeanette Needham, a former teacher in oar public schools. Jay W. Williams is now able to sit up a little at a time bat will probably* **£ get out for ten days or more. He has had a verj serious time with his ease of pleurisy, it being now almost four weeks since be was taken down.

Sliss Emma Glager started to Lisbon, N. Dak., this morning to be present next Tuesday morning at the wedding at 9 o’clock of her friend Miss Elizabeth Brown to Mr. Nelson G. Liane. Miss Brown is a daughter of John H. Brown, formerly of Jasper county. She is also a niece of Mrs. Candice Loughridge and visited here last spring. ' • White county is to have a Poultry and Pet Stock Association. Farmers and poultry raisers should see to it that the poultry show is repeated here this year. Last’ year’s show was a financial failure but it can probably be conducted at les3 expense this year. The shows are great poultry educators and do much to improve the breeds of chickens thruout the country.

B. S. Fendig, who represented the local K. of P. lodge in the meeting of the grand lodge at Indianapolis has returned home. Ed Peck, of Remington, was elected district deputy and the third district meeting is to be held in Remington. Erastus Peacock, of Rensselaer, also attended the grand lodge meeting and Mrs. W. H. Beam and Mrs. F. E. Babcock attended the Pythian sisters gathering.

John M. Boyer, a farmer residing south of Logansport, met Misses Winifred Van Buskirk and Laura Howe in the former’s auto and commanded them to stop, shoving a revolver in their faces. He said that everyone who drove an auto must stop when they met him. He was promptly arrested and Justice Reed, of Logansport fined and costed him $49.40. Cass county has an automobile club and this organization prosecuted Boyer.

Samuel Parker has returned from Mitchell, S. Dak., within eight miles of which place his 400 acre farm and on which Sherman Lewis lives. He brought home a sample of oats that tested 35 pounds and land there bore from 30 to 40 bushels to the acre this year. They had had a couple of quite sharp frosts there but all corn except a little planted as late as June 20th, seemed to be out of the way. Jasper county people seem to be prospering there quite generally.

Rowles & Parker w ant to see you at their cloak and suit opening Wednesday Oct. 9th. All garments delivered. The new patterns in Hart Schaffner & Marx dress suits, at The G. E. Murray Co., are swell.We are looking for you at onr c’oak opening Wednesday Oct 9th. Bowles & Parker.

PURE-FOOD LAW NOW IN EFFECT

All the Regulations Under the PureFood Law Became Effective on Last Tuesday. All regulations nnder the federal pare food law became effective Oct. Ist. When the law became operative the first of last January the Department of Agriculture decided to give manufacturers and jobbers a good deal of leeway until the first of this month. In most lines of trade the regulations with respect to labelling goods have been observed, bat some manufacturers were slow in patting on the proper labels. A few weeks ago a request was sent to the depaitment for still more time to get ready to obey the . law in all its details, bat the department refused to extend the time. The only people who are still holding back are the rectifiers of whisky. It was said at the department yesterday that unless they decide promptly to obey thb law prosecutions will be begun. Dr. H. W. Wiley, who has the general overight of the food regulations, says the federal law and the various state laws enacted last winter are working well together. Most of the states, he says, are helping the federal government, and the federal government in turn is backing np the states.

Dobbins’ Rib Is Mending.

The Indianapolis News says that Dobbins, the Rensselaer lad, is back in football harness and was on the field at abash college Tuesday when Walter Eckersalt, the great Chicago University quarterback back of last year, visited that college. Dobbie was not yet able to play but Coach expects to put him in the Earlham game Saturday. Eckersall says he thinks Wabash will hold Michigan low when they meet on Oct. 19th. Dobbie’s gameness will soon heal a broken rib.

Kitchen Shower for Recent Bride.

Miss Zulu Hopkins and Mrs Crowell at the home of the former gave a kitchen shower yesterday for Mrs. B. F. Fendig. About eighteen young ladie3 were in attendence the crowd being made up from Sew Club members and the office girls down town. It was a very pleasant affair and the Fendig kitchen will shine with recollections of the event for a long time. Mr. and Mrs. Fendig have begun housekeeping i n the house recently vacated by Mrs. Sears.

Ditch Needs Concentrated Effort.

Benjamin J. Gifford was over from Kankakee, 111., yesterday. He has been taking an active interest against the proposed Kankakee drainage scheme and was here in that interest. Mr. Gifford is, of course, a believer in drainage and the great ditches he has run thru his Jaspefr county land have redeemed hundred of acres. He oh jects, he states, to the proposed dith, favoring another plan that will bring the main ditch nearer his own holdings. The Kankakee drainage should be a case of “Get together gentlemen.” Eighty percent of the people owning land along the river favor a ditch, and we are inclined to believe that the one proposed is as eminently fair as ooufd'be established.

A representative will be at our store Wednesday, Oct 9th, with a complete line of ladies, misses and childrens coats add suits. Every garment delivered. You are invited to come and inspect the line. Remember the date. Rowles & Parker. Cranberries at the G. E. Murray Co. i -t» Freeh fish at the Hau? rest luraat Saturday morning.

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