Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 19, Number 47, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 18 May 1889 — Page 4

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EDWIN P. DOUGLAS H. ooiDptO^ff

SHALL MEN BE BRIDGETS, Ths hardest problem that confronts American domestic life is that of getting •efficient help in the household. We have •comparatively little trouble in getting satisfactory service in stores, factories, on railroads and wherever else it is needed. Bat to obtain anything like intelligent and efficient help in the family is next to impossible and is all the (time getting harder.

One of the magazines discussed the •question recently whether or not housekeeping was a failure. We are not preipared to admit that it is—we are hardly prepared to affirm that it is not. The answer depends. With an honest, reliable, capable "girl" in the house, housekeeping can te made au unqualified success with a shiftless, ignorant, wasteful one, housekeeping often becomes a 'dreary failure. The majority of American women are not strong enough to raise a family and do their own work.

If they undertake It they break down. Yet many of them are compelled to do itjall or a large part of the time from sheer inability to get competent help at any price. The situation really justifies the young man who is reputed to hare announced his intention of marrying Bridget and when his father expressed surprise, the young man answered,

44Yes,

father, 1 find that you have to

iiave just such a girl as Bridget in the family anyhow and a fellow might just jas well mary her."

What can be done about it? Nothing apparently. Women of sense and intelligence seem to have found looms, typewriting, machines, telephone exchanges, store counters and pretty much everything else more attractive than housekeeping and until they get over the •notion (if they ever do) it is not easy to see away out of the troubl§. Yet there ^inust be some way out of it. If in law .there is no wrong without a remedy, neither in social or economical life should there be any necessity that cannot be supplied. It may be that men will yet iinve to turn their attention to domestic labor. They already largely fill the places of waiters and cooks and it would only bo a step further to devote themselves to every form of domestic work. Purely there is nothing more important -than the proper carrying on of the household machinery and if women are determined to leave it and seek employment in fields hitherto monopolized by men, theie will be no impropriety in men taking tho places which women have •left vacant in the household. Anyway sthe problem must be solved somehow •unless American family life is to be «*uMHlonod and we are to take up perma-

SifTi quarters in hotels and restaurants.

MISS PHELPS' ARTICLE, The May number of the Forum contains an article on modern Christianity, by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps, that is full of radical suggestions. The trouble with the world, the writer holds, is not that Christ's religion is not sufficient for all its needs but that professing Christians are "corroded by worldliness of heart," "Imprisoned in narrowness of intellect," and "disgraced by a defective humanity." Christian believers undertake to imitate tho most intense life the world has ever known and "most of us go about it as we go to a matinee where the program is too familiar."

Miss Phelps criticises caustically the modern spirit that pays $5,000 for a vase, $10,000 for a dog, $50,000 for a horse, and spends enough in repairs on a racingf yacht betweon regettas to keep a family for a year. The silverware and jewelry of fashionable people are so costly they are hidden away in safes and shams are vised and worn in order to defeat the burglars. This spirit of worldliness Miss Phelps finds is not much in accord •with the teachings of Christ and a radical change must come about if the heathen world Is to be converted to the religion of the Naxarene.

The writer is equally severe upon the spirit of ecolesiastioism which pro nounees "a good man who Is not sure that the Bible Insbts upon belief in everlasting damnation as a condition of reliable character uufit to teach to cannibals tho elements of Christian courtesy?" Less creed, less denominationalism and more of tho plain, simple truth and spirit of the gospel is the great need of tbe present age in Miss Phelps* opinion and most people will agree with her.

This brief abstract gives but a vague and meagre idea of the elaborate argu tnent of the wel-known author. The whole paper must be read to be appreciated and it is so crisp, definite and pungent that there is little donger of any one stopping before the end is reached.

FARMERS SEEDED.

The May Harper contains an article on Agriculture as a Profession" that should have a very wide reading. The tendency of recent years has been to n.pid concentration in the cities and it is recognised by all thinking men ss one of our great* .eat national dangers. The sons of farmers, discontented with country life and led astray by the false hopes of city life, flock into the centers of population to the detriment of agriculture.

What will be the ultimate end If these nditions continue? Our population is

MMclf, U» Ctort-to". died on Friday. OkUhoma Bill ting In crop® on» ctalm in country.

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TEKRE HAUTE, MAY 18, 1889

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"g5*VWK» awake, progressive yoi men igricuIfQtt oflbrs better opportunities for financial success and real enjoyment of life than can be found in the overcrowded cities, or in professions that are still more overcrowded. What we need is better tillage of the soil. The acres now nnder cultivation can be made to produce many fold more than they do. Agriculture should not stand still while every other art and science is going steadily forward. What we need is intelligent, progressive farming and young men who will apply as much sense, energy and-skill to the work of the farm as any required in business or professional life in town and city will have no cause to complain of the outcome

THB mystery of the Dr. Cronin case in Chicago, calls attention an9W to the increasing number of unsolved murders. Dr. Cronin may yet turn up somewhere, but there is tbe famous Snell murder in that city, with Tascott still at large, the London police have not been able to arrest the perpetrator of tbe White Chapel butcheries, and every large city and many of the smaller ones have their mysterious crimes which human ingenuity sefms powerless to solve. In these modern times the old maxim that "murder will out" does not hold good. Tbe developments of science have added many new appliances to detective skill, but the skill of tbe burglar and the murderer has apparently more than kept pace with that of the detective. It is not a pleasant fact to contemplate. Human life and property ought to be better protected with the advance of civilization and crime more surely discovered and punished. To the extent that this fails to be society is a failure, for the very foundation of social organization is the theory of, increased protection to life, and property. The problem Is worthy of the attention of social students.

NEW YORK IS now prepared to do the handsome thing by its murderers. Three dynamos, with electrical caps, shoes, etc., have been purchased for the three penitentiaries and hereafter there will be no more "hanging by the neck until dead," but the bad man will put on his cap and shoes, sit in an oaken chair and be dead before he knows that an alternating current of 1,000 volts per second has struck him. It is a more sceintific and civilized way of doing than the old one and accomplishes the same end. Who will be the first fellow to see how the thing works?

IT turns out that the alleged discovery of a method of burning common air so as to save the consumption of fuel is a humbug—at least so far as accomplishing what was claimed for it is concerned. It was too good to be true and we shall have to get along in the old fashioned way for awhile yet. Fortunately the manufacture of gas is getting cheaper all the while and there le no reasonable doubt that we shall be using gas for fuel as well as light before long. Thai will be an immense improvement over what we now have.

Chicago capitalists have been figuring on some way to get natural gas into that city. They would be willing to construct a pipe line from the Indiana fields, heavily as it would cost to do that. But they find an obstacle in the law which prohibits the piping of gas out of tbe State. Indiana doesn't propose to give her good things to Chicago. If the windy city wants uatural gas it will have to move down to the Hoosler gas field.

MKXICO, Columbia, Chili, Ecuadfi^Jthe Argentine Republic and the Central American States hav6 accepted Invitations to tho American Congress which meets In Washington next fall. Brazil and the other South American States will doubtless join in, too, and the assemblage promises to beoome one of large Importance to the western continent.

THE $184,000,000 in the New York subtreasury of the United States was recently counted and there was found to be a shortage of $35, due +o the taking of a few counterfeit bills In the hurry of business. Thirty-five dollars out of 184 millions isn't much, but it is rather more of a shortage than is usually found in the treasury count.

Abreast of the Times.

M. A. Williams, proprietor of the popular confectionery and dining parlors, 19 south Sixth street, knows the needs of a firsUclass establishment and always looks after the comfort and pleasure of his patrons. His latest improvement is a number of large fans in his ice cream and dining parlor, which makes it the handsomest and most pleasant In the city.

Extraordinary Offer.

A. H. Boegeman has purchased a large lot of tickets to the Melville company, which opens Monday night at the Opera house. To every lady purchasing a pair of shoes, a ticket will be presented.

D, H. Wright has made a great reduction in »s of his first-class photo's, but he *hes to emphatically state that there will be no falling off in the qnallty of his woi k. Cabinet photos only $2, $250 and $3 per doaen, and all warranted to p' ie.

Don't Look Shabby

When yon can be well dressed by calling upon Owens A Knlghujthe fashionable merchant tailor*, Main street. They have the finest goods, the most expert workmen, and tV prices are reasonable. Give them a v*UL

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j. N. Hickman says the influence of the overall manufacturers for the White costs too much, and another thing, he says he would much prefer to give the customers the $15.

The prettiest goods in the market for the price is India China. A new line just received.

RICHARDSON A CO., 307 Main. Think of it once! You ladies who sew for the overall factories pay the proprietors $13.75 to $15 for the privilege of doing the work. What think you of Sewing Machine company or corporation that will impose on the poor people that way? Buy a White Sewing Machine of a white company.

A

Well-Dressed

Community.

Several evenings since at a social gathering the subject of gentleman's dress was brought up, and severalties from one of the large cities remarked that the gentlemen in this city were remarkably well dressed. Their surprise wm not so great when informed that the city boasts of such fashionable merchant tailors as Owens fc Knight, 522H Main street, the nobbiest tailors in the Wabash valley.

Talk as Much as You Stay* About oil, but don't forget that Ed E. Lawrence has a well in the shape of a soda fountain that will refresh you. He has to-day all the .flavors of the celebrated W. H. Sheap ice cream, vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, etc. A full line of confections, miueral water, etc. Dining parlors, the most popular In the city, Fourth and Cherry streets. ^Greater Than Both.

Some one has said "nature always equalizes matters" and it now appears that the oil excitement and the dry weather about balance accounts and Wood fc Wright continue in their course of selling household goods of all kinds at reduced rates. They are now making a special run on all kinds of parlor goods and furniture. •'j* 23 and 25 south 4th street.

You May Talk

About oil, oil, oil, but oil is only good for certain purposes,such as lubricating*, illuminating and healing, but If you want to enjoy life, remember you cannot have bread alone, nor ale, but y\-u can get delicious Ice oream, pure confectionery and tbe finest firuit also, all tbe new Ice cold .drinks, and cigars,without rival, at Elser's, corner Nin% and Main streets. They are oil right. &

Wm. Slaughter has some excellent bargains ip real estate. A quarter of an acre on 4th avenue and 12th street adjoining tbe C. fe E. I. and l. fc St. L. railroads, will be sold dirt cheap. Other equally ad good bargains can be had. Call on hlui at 320 Ohio street and consuit his list of bargains.

There Is a growing demand for beautiful pictures and C. W. Merrlng, at 22 north Fourth street Is doing a big business. He has a beautiful line and scllsj them at very reasonable prices. Easels^ are just tbe thing for a parlor and Mr.: Merring has a large line from which to make selections. Also a full line of. screens which are serviceable at this time of the year*

I. H. O Koyce, Attorney. Office—517 Ohio street.

Bald1 non-resident defendants are hereby notified of the pendency of said action against them, and'that the same will stand for trial June 19, 1889, the samebelngat the May Term of said Court In the year 1889.

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Mborrower,

ONEY TO LOAN.—In

FOR

JOHN C. WARREN, Clerk.

Mlsohler for Meats. MEAT MARKET. 27 north Fourth street

Is the leadln) citv. Mr..

and best equipped shop In the llischler always has on hand

The Choicest and Nicest Meats Of all kinds to be found anywherein the city

IXCUKIOI TO PARIS (FRAICL) WORLD'S EXPOSITION I

LOW RATES.

Tickets to and from Europe over all tbe best Trant-AtlanUc ateamsblp lines.

JOHN G. HEJNL,

No. SB North Eighth Street Terre Haute. Ind.

Who Say That They Live to Eat. Wonder. For

P. J. KAUFMAN

HAS

Fancy Jumbo Strawberries, Cucumbers—Nice and Crisp,

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Pie Plan Fresh xoi New Tender Peas,

Cauliflower, New Tomatoes, -mmMi New Potatoee,

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New Florida Cabbege, Aejgrjjroa,

SpiMeb,

New Wax Beans* New Green Betas. Frog Legs (Pellicafiwen).

Florida Oranges, California Oranges, Aspinwall ^fitnui.

Golden Syrup, Choice Teas, Coffees, •to, eta

SALE—A nicely finished 5-room cottage oil east Eagle street. Very cheap and easy terms.

FOR

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The State of Indiana. Vigo county. In the Vigo Circuit court. No. 16,350. Augustus J. H. Renshaw vs. John W. Roberts and Joshua E. Dlx (impleaded with William B. Boyle et al.)—Foreclosure.

Be It known that on the 27tli day of April, -J89, Raid Plaintiff filed An affidavit Indue form, sbowlng that said John W. Roberts and Joshua K. Dlx are non-residents of the State of Indiana.

190

to Loan.

MONEY—TOon

IX)AN—in large or small

amounts easy terms. J. D. BIGELOW, Opera House.

sums to suit the

on the most favorable terms. RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO., Sixth and Main.

For Sale.

T7K)R SALE.—WH1TESE WING MACHINE JP —Almost as good as new for sale cheap. Inquire at Mall office.

Fthree

OR SALE.burners and large oven.

Townley Vapor 8tove new rs and large oven. Enquire at

121N. Seventh street.

F"Ogden

OR 8ALE—My new residence, known as Place," northeast corner Center and Sycamore streets. Has eleven rooms besides halls, bath room, closets, etc. Inside finished throughout in natural woods, and has all modern conveniences. Apply at premises. WM. H. ARMSTRONG.

Great Bargains.

RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO., Leading Real Estate Agents.

ANTED.—Terre Haute real estate. If you want to sell cml and see ns. RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO.,

No. 20 a Sixth.

JpOR SALEL—A good house of two large

rooms, cellar, cistern and outbuildings lot 44 feet front, containing nice grapes only

lot 4 $700 a bargain.

RIDLLE, HAMILTON A CO., No. 20 a Sixth.

FtheSALE.—A

OR vacant building lot one of best business locations in the city. -J-Ml RIDDLE, HAMILTON CO.,

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No. 20 S. Sixth.

OR SALE.—Business property in the heart the city good investment. RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO.,

FcitySALE.—A

OR 40-foot lot in eastern part of for $4 80 down and balance in four or Ave years with second mortgage, so as to give purchaser a chance to build a house with Duildlng and loan money. A rare chance to get a desirable lot on your own terms.

FOR

FOR

RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO., No. 30 S. Sixth.

SALE—A 6-room house and 50 feet lot near Union depot. Will trade for a large house.

RIDDLE, HAMILTON & COi 20 S. Sixth.

SALE—A splendid new ft-room house, corner lot, everything complete, only rvrvr 13 UfT riv \v j. /w $3,300. RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO., 20 S. Sixth.

RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO., 20 S. Sixth.

O LEASE—Several desirable lots within the city limits right In the oil belt RIDDLE, 1IAMILTON & CO., 20 8. Sixth.

SALE—A choice building lot, 47% feet on south Seventh street. Price this week $i,wu. Next week it will be $1,100.

FEast

RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO.. 20 S. Sixth.

OR SALE—A neat four room cottage on Eagle street only $1,000. RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO.,

FLafayette

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No. 20 S. Sixth.

No. 20 S. Sixth.

OR SAL 3—A U\% per cent Investment on street. RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO.,

No. 20 S. Sixth.

OR SALE—Cheap lots on easy terms on and Second Avenue. RIDDLE, HAMILTON A CO.,

No. 20 a Sixth.

JpOR SALE Third

A house of five rooms

Avenue forfSQO. RIDDLE, HAMILTON & CO., No. 20 S. Sixth

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HOBERG, ROOT & CO.'S

Great Wash Goods Dep'fe

Booming "WTLtli Barsains.^

Lawns at 2, 5, 8 and 10 cents. Batista at 8 10 aad 12| cents. Si eens at 7, 8,10 and 15 cents. Great display of Koechlin's French Sateens at 30 cents and upwards. John Anderson's Scotch Ginghams at 25 cents. Plain and Fancy Dress Ginghams at 5, 8 and 10 cents. Challies at 5 cents and upwards. French All-Wool Challies in choice select styles at 48 cents and upwards. Figured Bengalines at30cents very handsome. Side Band Zephyr Ginghams, very scarce, but we have them a beautiful line. White Goods at 4, 5, 7, 10, 15 cents and upwards. Figured and Dotted Swisses, very handsome. India and China Silks, Summer Silks, Surah Silks, Foulards. P. Priestley's Summer Fabrics now open. The finest line of Light Weight Black Dress Goods ever shown in Terre Haute. Our Display of Wash Press Goods is simply immense.. Please call and examine.

HOBERG, ROOT & CO.,

Jobbers and .Retailers, 1 518 and 520 Wabash Ave.

FORM SS7.no I I'!

AND A GREAT VARIETY TO SELECT FROM.

Flannel Coats and Vests, Surges, Alapacas, Mohairs. Underwear, all Grades and Prices. Just the thing to keep from taking cold and yet so pleasant.

We Invite Your Inspection.

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Not Keep Comfortable

WHEN YOU CAN BUY

NEW SPRING SUITS

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522 AVE.

6th, 7th.

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WILL BE HERE.

Special Bates on All the Bailroads.