South Bend News-Times, Volume 39, Number 209, South Bend, St. Joseph County, 28 July 1922 — Page 23

FRIDAY MORNING. JULY 28. 1922

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Bulk of SIS, 000,000 Estate Left by Pioneer Rancher to His Youthful Granddaughter

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TORT WORTH. T'x.i. July 22.

I'y proviso- of th- will of th- :.;; r. ;rk IH.r;ett, TIrur'ju. r:ii l...na.!re cattleman. Arr. Uurnett. his 12 ye.ir old randd.iuhter, herne. oni of the wealthiest girls In America. Th will of the pioneer lyncher b'c.ucafha to h'-r the bulk

i f far. estate valued

Tom L. Iiurnett. son c

?.imed cattleman, wai rut of? with ,-altry" 12'-. 000 per year and thin ?. mount, the will provides, fhall te f' rfelted In the event the fon conthe probation of the document. A: no Urne durir.y his hfe, th inptnimnt rrovlde. eh-all Tom Burnt tt have any voice In th management of the vast f'ate. The .'corn of his father was V, rouht down on the head of your. Ilurr.ett. !t la w!l by friends close, to the family, because of his unref'ratr.id "wlldne." Torn, iy con- !' Lir.t of the family. rf'M to aluayi follow the wh'-.i of hi" father. He also la a rancher and reT.tly was dlvnrre'l from hi wife. frmrlv Quelle Mulhill. a professional howwonan who takes part in rodeo Phows. The your.jT Harriett's marriage to M1m Mulfcall is unlerstood to have hern opposed by his father. Jiurnctt Was Capitalist, ("apt. Burnett, who died at the Pi, of 74. was a rancher, banker and capitalist. In the early 70's he v.-; h cowboy without funds and

"nr!ed his herd on borrowed

T'P.ey. When he di'-d ho owned ire. great Txas ranch'-fl, including

V." "Four Six." II also owned two I ort AVorth kyeorapern and stock in many batik and other corporaions. Durin the World War he put J200.000 in Liberty bonds. The older Burnett married a '.uffhter of a loading Fort "Worth t .inker and later wai divorced from her an! married apaln. The v.-filthy rancher In hl will providf 1 that Tom shall ha; z.o voice, or part In the, management of the Burnett estates. He will not even get the 2Z,0) annually if he protests r rv tries to break the will, reads anctUer provision. vhout eiht year ago Cart. JJurnett w-as tried and arulqtted in King"" county for the killing of a r.mcK wtiplnyo. lie was said to '.av fined in self defense. He was ;. dead Rhot with a pistol and rlfl. Only during Iho lat year a report hvl b'ten going the rounds that it v;is not Ifurnett who ehot the man ' :t a firlend who was with liurnett. Tlurnett. according to the tory. ; f illrd he would .tand a better r--ncc of acquittal than hi friend. -- he frrnbbrd th gun from h;. 1 .: rid ,and when people entered the

wi.'hroorn where the shooting oc-rurr'-d th captain, run in hind, def I.irrJ th.it It v.-as he who fired the ehot. b'ndoHH City Park. Il'irnett left a maintenance fund r.f ."0,000 for a pnrk he recently donate to the. city. Fleers, nieces, other relatives and friends wero left urns up to $10.000 In cafh and Eeveral old ranch hands were remembered. Four of these ranch employewere given J 5.000 each, two of whom, in addition, will drew $100 a month for life. IlLs secretary wa left $5, .000. Capt. IJurnett wm a typical eowboy and rancher. When younrer he braved all the dantrera cf frontier life, ghot buffaloev fought Indiana, and at the same time kept adding- to hi fortune. He w&a born In Bates county. Mo., in 149. and his family removed to Te.xas when he was a boy. In 1R71 Burnett, then hardly past his majority, took 1.200 head of cattle to Abilene, Kan. He had a dozen men with him. Burnett bought a "small" ranch ot 20.000 ncrej at Burk Station. He became a cloe friend of Chief Quanah Barker and from him, after f? Kotlatlor.fl with the government, leaded acres at six and a half cents an acre. Later he bought the b!? "Four Six" ranch. In 1314 Burnett added the Dixon Creek ranch of 107. C00 acres to his

hoPJin. When he died hl.s ranch

property totalled nearly 500.000 acres, nil storked with pure bred cattle. .He was fortunate In oil as well as cattle, pome of the bluest Texas wells bavin? been drilled on hh property. Capt. Burnett remained in cloae touch with his ranch and business affairs almost up to the day he died. Administrator of the property have announced they expect no contest over his will.

OSCEOLA

", I if. (Mintun Baker entertained at . rh'.ckt-a dinner Sunday at her untry home near here. Mrs. I-:. M. Southerd has sold her D'jwehold noels and will po to thir.ic;o, here .h wil resld with i. r d:iurhter indefinitely.

Mrs. Raj-nantha Curtis accom- j p-mled her son. Cigar T. Curtis, to

h:s home in AJiTraLn, Mien., wnere i

h'' will spend the bniance of the .- ummer. John Snyder has purchased a new pole autonvobile. Ground ha b-en broken for three

no'.v hornet in IV.ncoln Way W. Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Cook have j purchased a home In Mlshawak i. ; and will move there to rsi le in a ! few weeks. Mr. and Mrs- V. I. Hoffman have returned to Adrian, Mich. J Vrrn Fisher, of Mihawaka. I -)t line hl vacation at the home . ' Mr. ard Mrs. Henry Kemp. j MiH I-Mlrh Tt el was a recent ' .'-:-t at thi home of her filter. J Mr. Emma Patterson. 1U Henderson has remodeled the old Baker houe--. and now has

in ii! to dat'-1 resilience In Osceola

T,.Vin Tr-f.r m returned from ri

shnrt business trip. Mrs. Ivan Crull and daughter. Helen Irene, of Detroit. Mich., are v:?:irlrcr friends In OsceoU.

You Owe It to Yourself to Buy These Good Tires Made Right Here in South Bend!

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VACATION

TeV a Tarstlin. If yea reel i little itrs ch for naftT-flrt yon cn rt It hr ami w will - "tecJ yorr first rijtfnt tlx wek or two nostbi. Loanj oq Chattel! STATE L0Ä13 CO. KtUblUtird 1903.

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You Can Get Them at These Good Dealers: O. E. LUDWIG 40S S. Michigan St. Phone Main 613 LINCOLN HIGHWAY GARAGE ir.M.' Linrrw'n Way Wet l'hotie Lincoln 57S1 FR VICE GARAGE LVi'. s Lafayette Main -TS NATIONAL GUOCF.R CO. 402 S. St. Joseph St. Tboce Maia 47 Lincoln 5047 WriSS-MlT.SSEL CO. 519 C. South St. Täon Llocolo 2419 MIAMI STICKET GARAGE 1017 Miami St. TboLe Lincoln 7373 G. m. Kur.ir.invrM 1-14 Vau Hur?n St. I'hoiie Main ftüa. ARTIIt'R J. C.OLÜR'SKI iv-0 W. ItTielon St. S. II. I)ION M'waka Are (Rir-r Tark) Ihon M!mwjn loy J. C. F. HARNETT Itoiflsr.d. Nile Itoiid racne Harrison M-t'-l M. E. SIOHERT Roel3nl. Nils Read raoae llarriioa M-F-2 WEST SIDE AVTO REPAIR SHOP 11417 Wet BlTision St. Phone Main 4.' TIK-TOK ACTO SHOTS US F. JlTeron H!t4. rnone Lincoln -4N"i W. S. ALI EN & SON. 210 N. Mi.-hisan St. Phon Main 7

SMITH TIRE SHOh 1&4J S. Mlcaian St. StTERIOR MOTOR SALES CO. -131117 S Malfl St. l'hone Main 1S3 JOS. KOCSIS 14C2 l'ralrlo ATe. Taoc Lincoln 1S2Z.

PLYMOUTH Mrs. Jacob Hoover did Wednesday mornir.ff at the Lutheran hospital at Fort YVayn. following an 111r.ev there of a few chys. Fho corn and raised In "We.-t township and was L ytara old. Bideg her husbanJ. she leaves one sen. Forrest. of Fort Wayne, and on daughter.

Mr. Kort-vt Wclborn of near tho!

city; two brother.-, Schuyler Bhlnehart. of Plymouth; John BhineharL, of South Bend; two ?xiers, Mrs. Zumbiuch, of Chicago, and Mrs. Eliza Brown, of Piymuth. The fu

neral arranprrr.er.ts have r.ot b4n n;ade. Mi?s Maul Ararka left for Frankfort WednMdfty morning to attend a rtate Tri Kappa meeting. The employes of the Winona Co.. will hold a picnic at Bss lake Thursday All of the former employes who can be obtained will take ch.irge of the oifice? on Thursday, o that all the jrirls may ;et off to ro to the picnic. The Progressive Indies' class of the LT. B. church hdd an all-day nei.iion. including a pot-luck dinner, at

th hem of Mr. And Mrs. Edgar Miles on "Wednesday. Mrs. Earl Jacox has returne I from a two weeks visit with friends In Chicago and Gary. K. A. Humo returned Tuesday eveninj: from a few days' visit with relatives in Illincls. MIjw Jeanette Emer?on left Tuesday for flrand Itapids. where ?he and her flster, Francos, will make their home. Mrs. Earl Keller of Argos, is vlsitir.fr her parents. Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Harley. and w-ill attend the bank? picnic on Th irsday, having been for-

mtrly employed In tha State Hank here. The announcement has been made that the Indiana convention and ncampment of the Tin-Can Tourist will be held here in the Centennial park next week on Tuwiay. Wednesday and Thursday. A Inrse crowd is expected. The city council f.t its meeting thi. week closed the deil for buyins tho William Warner farm of 2 4.54 acres Just outside the fouth corporation line of the city, for $S.0u0. to be used a" a new addition to th cemetery. Mr. and Mrs.- N'orman I-ally of

Michigan City, are pendlnflr th week with th Zriter's fanv.lv at Fretty lake.

The Chi?. Nie? Pr'j? Store row loeited at 22 7 NV Michigan ft. and la open for bu'.ne.e. The same courteous and prompt fen-Ice mny be expected. pdv. 211

Let experts clar. your carmen ts. and hats Aetna Oaners. 9 IS E. Sample St. L-2276 a1v. 205-tf.

PLANET OF MARS IS PAYING LITTLE CALL TENTTRIFTn. July 27. (By I. N. S.) Mars Is rr.yire a vl'.: to thl3 planet. P. M.RrnM, tronornr. ha arrived her to rr.ike oMrvitlnr. of Mars, which Is now nearer the earth thin' It ha ben for the pa.s-t li years.

When you wy cigars siy DutclJ Masters. Advt. 16 5tf.

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Drs. Cursoii A Orn, 125 "U. WsjshInpton ar., phor.e. Main 54?. advtOStt

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The tremendous reductions effective during our summer sales are representative of some of lowest prices we have ever featured. As it has always been our policy to extend values in both purchase price and quality, you can rest assured that this offering is out of the ordinary. Everything for the home is included complete suites, odd pieces and rugs, etc. Offering such a large

Tfcb Complete Bedroom Out- ?1jCQ fit Is an Interesting Value atHC

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stock of high grade furniture at these reductions, when prices are already low, means a saving of many dollars for you. Now is your chance to furnish your home with good dependable furniture at the lowest possible cost. You can escape the crowds by coming in as early as you can. Of course our usual extended credit offers can be applied on the purchase of any items included in this sale.

Walnut Dining Room Suite Attractive and Economical

Thla is an offer that you really cannot affor to pass by, if you are contemplating the purchase of a bedroom suite. The outfit shown above is of oubstantlal construction and very attractive. Bed ia full size with bow end, dresser has large plate mirror, full vanity Ls equipped with triplicate mlrrora and the chlfforette is Iarg and roomy. FlnUh la an attractive American walnut.' ,

We frankly think that these values offer some of the lowest prices of the year, so it is really good economy to take advantage of them. The various articles included are all backed by our usual guarantee and conform in all details to our high standards. Ccme In tomorrow and And out for yourself Just how exceptional these offers are.

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This ulte embodies the two very things you are looking for. quality and economy. It includes ix pieces in the Queen Anne Design very well finished, a 54-inch dining table with extension top, buffet, which is large and comm-odIou3 and six

chairs with leather seats, walnut.

The finish ls a beautiful rich brown

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Walnut Dressing Table .... Dum 8 We have dozens of high grade dressing tables to select from and all are included at July sale prices. This fine walnut piece may be seen in our large north window. It's a splendid value at this very low price. 0, - m-

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A Well Made Library Table . .

This mission style library table is always In voue, and can be relied upon fo five many years of service. It Is attractive and substantial, finished in fumed oak. Contains one large center drawer and has a lower shelf convenient for magazines and book S.

Who Can Resist the Appeal of Comfort in this Beautiful Overstuffed Set

This living room suite carries an air of comfort that will prove irresistible when you see it. It is luxuriously covered in heavy tapestry, and all seat cushions are removable. Full spring construction with mahogany feet on the chair and davenport and the rocker is mahogany. An added feature to the general comfort of the suite is thq generous Turkißh sts le arm on all three pieces. Other attractive overstuffed suites are now available at huge savings. Come and see them. 3-Piece Suite, Taupe or Blue Mohair $189 2 Magnificent Pieces, Davenport and Fireside Chair $265 3-Piece Mahogany Suite, Cane and Velour $ 89

Fine Mahogany

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Our dining room furniture display the entire second floor is filled with bargains. This fine mahogany buffet Is a sample of what may be had at these great savings. Scores of odd table?, chairs, china cabinets, buffets and complete suites. You should act quickly.

. Pis feg?

If yon art not thoroughly familiar with our plan for financing tin furniinc of one room or a complete lionie It vlll lo crcatly to your adantagre to come In tomorrow and get full detail. Th keynote of our whole plan Ls the fact that we Lave eliminated ail objectionable feature usually cncountenyl In 50 called "crcil't i-tteiLlun.

9x12 Wilton

Rug

We ar making one more special appeal to tho wishing to save money on high grade ru,?-s. Our rur racks are crowded with fine rugs and every one (excepting Whittall) is Included in this big sale. Ee sure to get yours tomorrow.

This r ine Mahogany Phonograph

$98

This is a beautiful, rich, brown mahogany cabinet and you will agree that the soft, mellow tone produced is mighty fine. Now is the time to secure one for your home at July sale price.

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Your Home Should Have Good Music There is no greater influence for good than good muiic and good books. We believe every American home should be provided with both. After a day of toil and sweat, and sometimes disappointments, we need the rest and inspiration that comes from the artist's soul.

This Fine Brass Bed. .

The attractiveness of this bed is greatly improved by the bras' poster caps. It Is surely an extraordinary value at only $13.r0. Th! bed Is well mide. full siz. L rigli. and rarefu.y finLhd. letter cme in ar. 1 .- if it Ls nnt worthy cf a place in the y.r. room of yours.

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There Is a lot of whole henrt"l satisfaction hi know tng that nu hav- purchased furniture that will substantially witlj-t.'ind the ravages of many years wear. You can always le nuntl that when you rhje furniture fnJUVc osir stork rery rtlrlo will fulfill our claim and jour hopes of lasting nht7. at trncUenes3 mid durability.