Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 20, Number 25, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 14 December 1889 — Page 7

THEjVlAIL.

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PAPER FOR THE PEOPLE.

The river is now at a good boating ••stage. The blast furnace has closed down for repairs.

Etta Bell has been granted a divorce from Orington Bell.

Terre Haute sportsmen are enjoying the hunting weather.

Winfied O. Gunckel has been granted a patent for a machine for cutting square holes.

The election of the Armour storage house at Tenth and Main will be begun at once.

Three children of Henry Baysinger were admitted to the Orphan's home this week.

The Ringgold band will give a mask ball at Gerinania hall next Monday evening.

The Christian church gaye a parody entertainment in the church parlors on Friday evening.

The Rifles will soon shoot against the Rockville soldier boys, the challenge having been accepted.

Twelve young ladles, among them Miss Ward, of this city, took the veil at St. Mary's, last Sunday.

Arthur Baur and Sam Bowser haye purchased an Excelsior incubator and will hatch and raise chickens.

The price of coal has dropped thirty cents on the ton in consequence of tho Brazil miners returning to work.

The chorus of the Normal school, as Histed by the Centenary choir, will give a concert at Normal hall this evening.

Daisy I. Dishon has petitioned for divorce from William R. Dishon, alleg iug abandonment and failure to provide

The regular monthly meeting of the Society of Organized Charity occurred In the society's room on Thursday after-

Mrs. Sarah Hill, wife of John HiU deputy trustee of this township, died 7 o'clock Wednesday morning, aged years.

A now olass in Christian science was organized by Miss Florenoe Maroellas at Mrs. Lane's, on Ohio street, Wednesday «yenl lag.

The ladies of tho Asbury church have at last by persistent effort cleared the church of its one thousand dollar in debtedness.

Fredrick B. Price has bronght suit against Eliza Jones for |10,000 damages for injuries received In the letter's saw mill In 1884.

The exohange bath house is nearlng completion and it la expected that in about four weeks the house will be opened for use.

Anew subdivision of eight aores has bsen platted by J. H. Blake between Sixteenth and Seventeenth, and Poplar and Ohio streots.

Rev. J. M. Watson is conducting a sue cessful series of protracted jneetlngs at Pralrleton, twenty persons having united with the church.

Thomas Stephens, an employe of Peter (Miller's harness store, died at the family Jresldeuce on north Second street at 4 p. m. on Sunday, of consumption.

An orchestra composed of Freshmen tho Polytechnic will play In the Congregational Sunday school every Sunday morning commencing to-morrow.

The city ?chool children will this year

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aflbred a little longer vacation than usual. The date fixed for closing Is De'cember 2ist and for reopening, January nth.

Tho trial of those persons from this Iflty who attended the Monlhan-Farmer prize light on Thanksgiving day, resulted in their acquittal at Roeedalo ou Mon-

George Brozlng, one of tho city's old Uerman residents, died after a long illness, in the sixty-first year of bis age

Wednesday morning at his home ou •outh Sixth street.

Benjamin Perkius, & carpenter, residing at 1,40$ south First street, was seriously Injured on Monday near Lock* oort by falling from a barn. He was wrought to this city.

In the case of Minnie Douglass vs. ftunie Hall, growing out of the adoption of the two-years-old son of Fannie Hall, the possession of the child was jlven to the plaintiff.

The Vandalla has two engines quipped with electric headlights. These lights are very powerful and can be for seven or eght wiles. They are giving perfect satisfaction.

Messrs. M. S. Durham and John Theobold, administrators of the estate of the ate Firm in Ntppert, sold the deceased's |v«rsonal property on Thursday at his

Armor roomi on Main street,

J. H. Luuau, a grocer at the comer of oventh aud Oak streets, has absconded, caving his creditor*, the principal of rhom are H. Hulman A Oo, and Beent, Rea & Oo. He Is believed to be in Fox as.

Thh ladles of the Reformed Church rill give a baxaar and tapper at 713 aln street, opposite the Terre Haute roui December 16th to December 2Jat, or the benetit of their new church ntilding.

Robert G-. Watson attended the delegate meeting of the Northwestern Circuit Trotting Association at Chicago this week, and secured June 3-7. as the dates for the Terre Haute spring meeting.

About thirty men employed in the finishing department of the tool works struck Thursday against a 30 per cent, reduction. A satisfactory arrangement was made and they returned to work yesterday.

A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Reynolds on north Sixth-and-a-half stieet last Sunday. This little maiden has one grandfather, one greatgrandfather, one grandmother and two great-grandmothers.

There has been some delay In closing the sale of the Phoenix Foundry and Machine Works, but it is said the deal will be closed before the middle of next week. The perchasers are J. F. Brinkman and Frank Prox.

U. R. Jeffers brought suit this week against bis partner Adolph E. Herman, for judgment and a receiver. A compromise was effected, however, Mr. Herman buying Mr. Jeffers'share of the business,' aud the trouble ended.

At a meeting of the Knickerbocker Club held on Thursday evening Ed McElfresh was elected vice-president to succeed George Whlttlg, resigned. The next dance will be given on Thursday evening December 26th.

Ail arrangements for the removal of the Cobleigh Piano case works to to this city have been completed, the articles of agreement having been signed at a meeting of the Business Men's Association on Wednesday evening.

Oriental Lodge No. 81 K. of P. and Occidental Lodge are arranging ^or a meeting to conduct a memorial service in honor of the founder of the order of Knights of Pythias, Justus H. Rathbone who died at Xenla, O. on Tuesday.

The citizens of Macksvllle are objecting to the paying of their taxes now that their corporation has been dissolved. The question was referred to Judge Long and he has given a written opinion to the effect that the taxes must be paid.

Mother Cecilia, Superior of St. Ann's Orphan Asylum, was knocked down by a child running against her on Monday. The bones of her forearm and hip joint were fractured, the injuries being very severe on account of her advanced age.

The drills at the Thompson oil well were twelve feet Into the oil rock on Thursday, at a depth of 1,800 feet. Drilling is still in progress although there is little hope that oil will be secured. The will will probably be abandoned in a few days.

South Third street is experiencing a great building boom. During the past year there have been thirty-two new dwellings erected south of Main and north of Hulman streets. Of these all are handsome cottages which add very materially to the appearance of the street.

An unknown man entered the residence of William J. Wood, of south

Seventh street, on Wednesday morning at 6:30. Having secured 930 he was making bis exit through the kitchen when he came in contact with the cook whom he knocked down, then hastily retreated over tho back fence.

Goodman & Hirschler have secured a large number of copies of the '"National Encyclopedia," which they propose to give out to their customers. The books are complete in three volumes, and to each purchaser of $20 worth of goods will ee given one volume.

The Terre Haute Science club met In the Normal building Friday evening, when the following programme was reudered: "The Counterbalancing of Locomotives," C. R. Peddle "Some Climatic Problems," J. S. Scovill "Resume of Receut Progress in Zoology," Professor B. W. Evormann.

J. G. Heinl, the florist, has purchased property on Nineteenth street between Spruce and Tippecauoo, where be will remove his conservatory from Eighth and Cherry streets. The work of erecting the hot houses will begin soon. Mr. Heinl will retain his present office I for the convenience of uptown patrons.

The grand jury with the following ju rora convened Monday: Marion Ryman, Honey Creek Lee Hughes, Lost Creek Nelson Welch and John Wilson, city Abe Hoffman, Kevins W. B. Green, Riley. The jury will commence workl to-day. The first case to be considered will be the killing of Pleasant Van Creasy, __________________

The appointment of H. F. Schmidt as gauger will compel him to abandon his intended management of the base ball club next season. This does not mean, however, that Terre Haute will have no I club, for steps are now on foot among some of his friends looking to the organisation of a team thnt will be in the Interstate League.

H. E. McDougall, of Chicago, is in the city with a machine which he Jclaims will locate gas, oil, silver or golds fields. It is to be regretted that Mr. McDougall did not arrive earlier on the scene. Coming as he does, after the battle, so to apeak, it looks as though his object was, to say "I told yon so,'* which is not very soothing to the stockholders of the defunct oil wells.

The body of Pleasant Van Creasy who was found dead on the road near Sltx* ville last week, was exhumed on Sunday and a post mortem examination made by Drs. Hyde, Stunkard, and Jenkins, the authorities having gained sufficient evidence for believing that murder had

The scenery, of which there is a great deal, is superb. The play would be worth seeing if only given as a pano rama of the scenic pictures it presents.

Incidental to the performance are two ballets, in which, as is usual with Imre Kiralfy's ballets, are shown elegant costumes, beautiful marches, and harmony of color, music, etc. The premier, M'lle. DeRosa, is considered to be one of the greatest dancers on the stage. The performance is a good one, and should be the means of attracting a big crowd. The advance sale of seats is now progressing at Button's.

Peck fe Fursman's company, a very clever organization, will present the historic drama, "Daniel Boone, or On the Trail," on Thursday evening, December 13, with a number of special features, including eight genuine Pawnee Indians, six trained horses, special scenery and mechanical effects. The engagement will be at popular prices—26, 35, 60 and 76 cents.

LICENSED TO WED.

Willis D. Miller and Lulu V. Daggett. Henry Wheeler and Elizabeth Terrell, Edward Elliott and Mary Lyons. Lewis Matthews and Clara filnugh. Wm. E. Johnson and Ida F. Wiley. John H. 4Sharp and Sarah Taylor. Rankin Winan.s and Mary Bitchcr.

$3,000 for a Wife.

One of the greatest stories (founded on fact) ever published, commences in the December (X-mas) number of Godey's Lady's Book, published at Philadelphia. Every woman, married or single, should read it.

The largest stock of Pianos, Organs, Guitars, Violins, Sheet Music and Musical Merchandise in the city will be found at the Opera Music Store. We defy competition, in quality of goods, prices and terms.

Largest Stock of Toys in the City.

H. D.

TKRRB HAUTE SATURDAY EVENING MATT.

been committed. The skull was found be fractured, and a blood clot was in tl brain. The inquest developments in plicated Sam Ramsey, a young farm residing in Illinois three miles west of tl Indiana line, and on Tuesday he came tb this city and gave himself up, thoug he asserts his innocence of the crime The grand jury is investigating the case,

There will be no meeting of the Hoos I ier Literary clnb until January 7th, ox account of the holidays, when Dr. Mai will read a paper on "Mohammed ant Mohammedanism." This will close the first year's work of the club, which has been a most successful one. Follow Ing the paper there will be an election! of officers for the ensuing year.

The numerous fruit peddlers who haye been selling- without license were brought to a sudden halt this week by an order to the police to arrest all not conforming with the ordinance. Men cio Viech, J. A. Norton, F. J. Shuster, C. Rynearson and Harvey Hazelrig im mediately procured the necessary papers, and Mayor Danaldson granted licenses to two cripples who could not otherwise earn a iiving.

The unprecedented success of Rev Brandt, of the Christian church, in at trading large congregations has com pelled the official board to secure greater accommodations for the Snnday eve ning services, and at a meeting held on Monday it was decided that on next Sunday services would be held at the Opera house. The church is far too small to accommodate the crowds, many having to be turned away.

The marriage of Willis D. Miller, col lector for the gas company, and Miss Lulu Daggett, took place at the residence of the bride's father, Charles Daggett, on north Center street, Wednesday evening at eight o'clock. An elegant wedding supper was served after which the young couple repaired to the home furnished by the groom at 26 south Thirteenth street. May happiness and prosperity be theirs.

AMUSEMENTS.

Professor Bukowitz is rehearsing his classes for another operetta, which he will produce in February if his pupils desire to undertake the work.

The Concert Guarantee Association came out about thirty dollars behind on the Boston Quintette concert. It is to be hoped that this will not deter them from bringing other companies here.

Kiralfy's big spectacular company will appear at Naylor's Opera House on Tuesday evening In the ^romantic melodrama "Lagardere." The piece is magnificent spectacle of handsome scenery, beautiful costumes, and pret ty women, »nd*will be by far the most elaborate pageant ever seen on the local

"Lagardere" is in four acts and a prologue. The scene. is laid at the old!, French court, and the plot relates to the efforts of Lagardere to restore to her mother the heiress, who has been intrusted to him while an infant fifteen years before, and of the next of kin to defeat him and substitute a spurious heiress.

Smith is back to his old number

661 Main, but in an elegant new room in Bindley Block. He has the only exclu- 1 Cranberries, Cellery.

sive toy house in tows and by far the play. He has scoured the country and largest stock. Call and see the Christ- the markets far and near for the best, mas toys. Ail the novelties- «Prices reasonable. 515 Main street.

KOTBLTIES JLJST3D XXj^3SsdI01srX)S.

Finest line of Rings, etc., ever before displayed in the city.

TOTE ISSE or

Umbrellas, Canes & Sterling Silverware. Beautiful Display of Clocks of all Descriptions.

Every thing In the Jewelff Line at

A. F. FROEB & CO.,' 506 MAIN ST.

Among the bargains in real estate now held by William Slaughter is a two story frame house, with a 60 foot front lawn, on south Sixth street. Will be sold at a remarkaly low price if applied for immediately. Money to loan in any quantity on real estate. _______________

The best place in the city to secure a beautiful and appropriate present for a friend is at C. W. Merring's on north 4th street. His stock of Mouldings, Pictures, Cabinet Plush and Metalic Frames. Easels, etc. is the most complete and varied in the city. Goods are all mark ed at very low prices.

Be sure and get a slice of the Novelty Pudding, to be served at Centenary church Tuesday night, Dec. 17.

Slippery.

It hasn't been cold enough to make it slippery outdoors, but if you want to see a slippery place step inside of Stein «fe Heckelberg's popular shoe store and you will find the most elegant stock of Holiday Slippers together with a nice line of warm lined Slippers for ladies' house wear, all at bottom prices. Until after holidays their store will be open in the evening. I St. Stephen's Guild.

A novel entertainment will be given by the Young Ladies' Guild of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church next Thursday Evening, December 19. The entertainment will include a supper, candy booth pnd orange tree. The last is something sew. Each orange on the tree contains handsome present. No effort will be spared by the Guild to make the enterjtainment a success.

Leave your measure for a winter sii.it with Owens & Knight, 623% Main street.

As it sflf ms likely to rain most of the time we propose to give our friends a little benefit so they can keep dry. 1,000 rubber circulars marked down to 60c each for women, misses and children at the

Dead Loads of Bargains At Ed. E. Lawrence's bargain store on Main streets three doors west of Fourth. Largest stock of goods at 5 and 10 cents and upwards, ever brought to the city. Call and,examine the Immense line. Novelties for the holidays by the thousands. _______________

Fashionable men say that Owens fc Knight cut their garments if desired in the latest style. 623K Main street.

Gen'l Sherman

Spanish Hand Made, best 6c cigar, at Postoffice News Stand, 12 n. 7th street.

Central Book Store.

J. Q. Button & Co., have the finest^line of Gift Books, children's books of Poetry, Books in Sets, Albums, Scrap Books, Black Boards for children. Fine Stationery, large stock of Blank Books and Commercial Stationery all at as low prices as can be afforded for a good article.

Chairs, FanCy Stands Desks, Book

ROCKERS!

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BOSTON STORE, 418 Main street.

Fine Frames

For cabinet photographs. The nicest fine in the city, at

prices to close out our entire stock. Remember we frame pictures from any of oar 200 styles of monldings cheaper than any house in the city.

F. C. ISBECK. 311 Wabash Avenue.

"Close the Door Gently." This kind of "door springs" are sold only by A. G. Austin &Co.

Get your periodicals at the best rates. Catalogue of Western Subcription Agency, Terre Haute, Ind., free on application.

An excellent Class Conoert is to be given at Centenary ohnrch December 17. Admission 10 cents. All are invited.

Don't fail to attend the Fourteenth Aira tial Mask Ball of the Ringgold Band af^eiftiahia Hall, Monday evening December lGth. Admission, gentlemen 75 cents ladies, 26 cen ts. Each lady attending will receive a chance on the presents on exhibition at Bernhardt's jewelry store, and all gentlemen in mask will re ceive a chance on a $5.00 gold piece.

Jersey Jackets. Jereey Gloves. Jersey Half Hose. Jersey Shirts. Jersey Caps. Elegant Scarfs. Elegant Neckwear. Elegant Mufflers. Elegant Night Robes. Collar and Cuff Buttons. Kid Gloves. Fine Suspenders. Silk Handkerchiefs. Linen Handkerchiefs. Fancy Shirts.

Cases, ana

L^ge,, P„l0r

Chamber Suits, a full line. They must sell. They will sell. Come in time for

CHRISTMAS

F. C. FISBBCK,

Successor to Probst «fc Fiabeck.

THE COLD WAVE

CAME.

But it didn't catch JOE MILLER napping. He has everything that can make table "groan." He has to-day Dressed Ducks. Dressed Chickens, Dressed Quail, Pork Tenderloin*, Bulk and Can Oysters,

Truly ft grand dia-

We know tliat Christmas present question is puzzling thousands. Assuming as a matter of course that you know whatever is carried by PIXLEY & CO. is the best and cheapest which money can buy. We shall simply make suggestions for

Christmas Presents:

For Everybody.

SI

At just half their oriel est of everything in the rear, Silk Handkerchieft

OO TO

WABASH AVENUE AND THIRD STREET.

Men's Overcoats. Men's Suits. Youths' Suits. Youths' Overcoats. Boys' Suits. Boys'Overcoats. Children's Suits. Children's Hats and Caps. Children's Neckwear. Children's Overcoats. Boys' Gloves. Children's Shirt Waists. Children's Black Wool Stockings. White Shirts. Everything that will Please

Man or Boy.

Christmas Presents

CARVING SETS. SHAVING SETS. SMOKERS'SETS. Big lot of flue Cigar Cases,Meerschaum Pipes and Cigar Holders.

A FINE UNK OF

LADIES' POCKETBOOKS.

All of the latest

for the children.

Boys' Guns and Rifles,

Skates, Footballs and Dumb-bells.

Most complete line of fine Cigars of well known brands and fresh goods.

BAKER & WATSON

Cor. Sixth and Wabash Ave.

TURKEY ROASTERS,

& CO.

S3.00. Table Cutlery,

Buy a Substantial Christmas Present

AT PRICES LOWER THAN EVER.

Goods Delivered Free to any Part of the City.

C. C. SMITH,

A E N S

New Suits »and Overcoats

Will remember that the boys will expect

FOR CHRISTMAS,

And now Is an excellent time to make selections from our stock. Our Boys' and Children's Department is crowded with novel designs at tempting prices. Beautiful styles of Cape Overcoats for boys at $2, $3, $4 and $•. Oversacks and Ulsters for large boys.

In our Men's department stylish dressers will find a grand assortment of threebutton Cutaway Dress Suits of finest fabrics and perfect fit. In Business Suit* we are creating a sensation with our $4, $5, $6, $8,910 and $12 Suits, whose commercial value is just one-half greater than the price we ask.

MEN'S OVERCOATS

All Styles and Prices.

CARVERS,

80c to $13.

COAL VASES, FANCY HODS.

BRASS FENDERS, FIRE SETS, AND STANDS.

nal value. Our Furnishing Department is filled with the

best of everything in the way of Jersey Jackets, Underwear, White Shirts, Neckwear, Silk Handkerchiefs, Silk Umbrellas and Night Robes. Remember, only 18 days more of the Great Half-price 8ale.

S O S S

EXECUTORS' SALE

CORNER MAIN AND FIFTH STREETS.