Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 21, Number 45, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 2 May 1891 — Page 5
HE MAIL
A PAPER FOR THE PEOPLE.
TERRE HAUTE, MAY, 2, I8»l.
Local News.
The coroner'8 bills allowed this weak 'foot up $53.70 in three cases.
La»t Monday was a regular Kansas day, more real estate in the air than under foot.
Fourth of July is only two months off, yet nothing has thus far been said of a celebration.
The fair ground stables ar® being supplied with a new roof by the trotting association.
Just now the farmers are ail very busy getting their ground ready for corn, potatoes, etc.
Decoration day is four weeks from today. Preparation for its observance will soon be made.
There was a heavy white frost Wednesday morning, but no damage to fruit has been report.
The county po«r asylum now ha* 73 inmates, of which number five were on the sick list this week.
This baa been house cleaning woek, and the number of front yard, filled with furniture was large.
Black seems to be the favorite Mor in straw hats this season, and the boys are having thoirold ones dyed.
The
Afro-American
league met in
Uregg's hall on south Stcoud street Thursday night, and had a very interesting meeting.
Last WodMonday morning Paul, the infant son of Kev. John L. Brandt and wife, formerly of this r-ity, died at their ^lorne In Denver.
One preacher returned hi* marriage certificate* to the county clerk thi« woek, and it hadn't 1mou a very good week for marriages oitlier.
Tho repair# on the Ellsworth paper mill have all boon completed, and manufauturlbg will commotieo aa soon as tho straw is delivered.
About a thousand dwelling, were erected in this city last year, yet it
It is undeiat «d that a Htrong effort is being made to ^mvo Sarah Bernhardt play here onenipht on her return east, and it is thought that a dato can be secured. ___
Chlokoi. fighting hat/ been resumed With renewed vigor in this vicinity. No arrost shavo thus far been reported, but It is expected that a haul will bo made before long.
Th« Alfr#y heading factory is being removed to the railway land southeast of town, The now buildings are well under way, and will bo-completed as soon as possible..
An east end woman who pulled oiFt a hitching post thooiher day because, a sowing machine agent, hitched his horse to it, fell In the hole shortly afterward and broke her leg.
The prospect for a large list of special premiums for the fair next fall is very HatterllJig. Secretary Oakoy has
lu'0 tbftt liberal offerings will be made leading business men.
Tho flue weather last Sunday brought nearly every person out of the house, and the street railway company had tho largest day's business it has enjoyed since the electric plant was putln.
At the meeting of the Torre Haute Literary club Tuesday night H. P. To witley read a very interesting paper on "Tho Third Fuel." Of course it was —not the essay, but the third fuel.
Carbonic acid refrigerators are boing put In the Torre Haute House at a cost or
The machinery Is Imported
from Bremen, and the import duty amounts to $1,700.
The old ofilcers of the Torre Haute company were re-elected last night, as follows.
Prvaltlent ~\V. 1\ Unins. TnrnsunT--li»oolt Knur. So,-rotnr.v CI*uric* Banr.
While the street railway company would give nothing for base ball here this season it is wil ing to reap all the nickels it can from the games. There is nothing small about the corporation, except it liberality.
The jollee have received orders from Superintendent Meagher to suppress the Hubert gun ami ball playing on the streets. Both are nuisance* which should be abated. The cow should be included on the list.
The
candidates for county assessor are K. S. F.rney, J. W. Haley, Charles W. Lock man, Newton Adams, F. Y. Brill nod (itnirge Ixxskridge. The appointment will be made by the county com•^ifcsioners at their June term.
The number of drunks arraigned in the police court has been deceasing daily since the campaign opened. Either politics is baring a soothing effect on the bums, or they are not belag prosecuted with the visual vim.
A large force of men is hard at work on the fair ground extension of the street railway line. The grade Is nearly completed, and the double track ia being laid. It will require nearly two months to finish it. The pole* and wire will not be put up until the track has been aid.
The wheat crop in this locality to in excellent condition. In some portions of the county it is more than "knee high," and if present conditions continue there will probably be the largest crop next fall ever known In this region.
The following were the transfers of real estate filed for record during the last six days: Saturday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday. Friday
0 transfers, aggregating 5^85 11 J. 12,982 4 1,201 4 3,828 .12 8328 3 403
Total
.40 130,334
The old Major Hudson residence on south Sixth, between Swan and Oak streets, now owned by Crawford Pairbanks, has been tendered the Art Association for tbeirdisplay here next month aad Mr. Fairbanks has kindly offered to fit it up for the occasion, so that the exhibit can be made to the very best advantage.
On Thursday afternoon, on south Fourth street, a couple of colored gentlemen had a dispute over the religious views entertained* by the late General Sherman. The argument waxed warm, and finally culminated in a general engagement and a complaint for provoke. Justice Felsenthal arbitrated the matter by assessing the aggresor one dollar and costs.
An impecunious manager of a defunct mono*bippic theatrical aggregation was arrested here this week by the sheriff of Christian county, 111., on a charge of larceny of property and money. As the officer bad no requisition papers the accused was released by the court on a writ if habeas corpus, and the manager is now ready to make dates for future appearances.
The patrolmen received a sound lecture last Monday nigbt on the subject of indulging in liquor while on duty, it having been reported that a couple of them were drunk recently. Very few members of the force are guilty of the charge, and if the offense is repeated they should be promptly discharged. When tho legal war is over it is to be hoped thp force will get down to business.
Owing to tho Inability of severalof the appointees to serve the following charges have been made in the appointment of Inspectors in the wards named, for the election next Tuesday:
First ward, precinct D, A1 Austin for L.
IJTT?lrd
jh
almost impossible to find one house for rent at the bresout
lime.
word, precinct B, W, T. Byert for A.
II. Gruber. Fifth ward, precinct G. C. A. Torrence for E. J. Asbury.
Sixth ward, prectnctD, W. L. Williams for 0. C. IiCek _____________________ Last Sunday evening some heartless woman left ber baby, a three weeks old red haired boy, on the sidewalk between Sixth and Seventh streets on the north side of Walnut street. Mrs. Elizabeth Hayton, who was passing along there, found the baby in a basket and saw a woman running away from the spot. The foundling was turned over to the Friendly Inu, where It is now in charge of the matron.
The following building permits have been taken out since last report: Daniel Zerwlek, one-story frame dwelling, McGaiifhoy A Roaches subdivision George Probst, one-story frame dwelling, Jewett place August Bchembcr. two-story frame dwelling, south Fifth street John II, frfiwler, one-story frame dwelltug, Cbtta'ht'asubdlv.lslon Mary Doorachuk, otte-Wory frame dwelling, Gilbert place Thomas J. Dally, one-story frami*ilj»,el ling, Chase's addition ........
Total
aSHur-
15,000
485
2,600
1,000
9,210
The foltowing is the report of cases investigated during the month of April by yy. H. Bradbury, humans inspector, for the Terre Haute Humane society: Children abandoned or neglected 13 Children beaten orabused 5 Children having improper homes 7 Children Incorrigible .3 Driving galled or lame animals 14 Animals deprived of necessary food or shelter 21 Cruelty to animals .. Otftrlng diseased animals for sale Cases warned 87 Animals taken from work 16 Animals killed, being unfit for further uso 7
A man glviug Ms name as Walter eiomonts, of No. 128 Bright street, Indianapolis, was arressted Jn the Vandalia yards last Tuesday in company with a woman in male attire. They professed to be man and wife that they had been living In St. Louis, where Clements got out of work, and haying no money tho woman downed male attiie so that she could more easily join ber husband in beating their way from St* Louis home. They were furnished transportation from this city to Indianapolis.
The will of the late John Berry was admitted to probate this week. It is a very brief document, and bears date April 21. 1891. It leaves $200 to his brother Nathan Berry provides for the investment of $6,00C, the interest on which is to be used for the support of John Berry, a nephew, and jf his sister, Mrs. Charles Gunn, survives the nephew the principal goes to her, or to her heir's. The remainder of the estate, which is estimated at $45,000, goes to his sisters Mrs. Charles Gunn, Mrs. Charles Britton, and his brother Jerome Berry.
The entertainment by theSacred Heart society at St. Joseph's male academy Tuesday night was largely attended. The following was the programme: Instrumental duett .... "Bohemian Girl"
Mis X. Johnson and A. Tully.
Recitation .... ..... Miss Jessie Sell/ 1 nsirumental solo—"Rll nples of the Alabama"
Mln Loita Kearner.
Vocal solo Miss Emma Imcs Instrumental duett ^Gellcw Homines" Miss l» Hammerxtein and N. Osborn. iieettatkm Miss A. Itonan Instrumental solo Mi** N. Johnson
Ice cream, cake, lemonade, etc., were served to those in attendance, and alt had a good time.
The state Appellate c*art has sustain ed the verdict of the Superior conrt, of this county in the case of John F. Mullen and the Tool works. Mullen bad obtained a jury verdict for f$00, and the
Tool works appealed and loat the case on the appeal. Mullen's suit was for malicious projection. He was an employe of company and the company paid him more than they claimed that they owed him. He tendered them the amount by which he claimed to have been overpaid and they refused the tender because they claimed more. President Nixon caused him to be taken to Police headquarter. Mullen is now employed at St. Louis.
The Terre Haute club held another meeting in the Commercial college rooms Wednesday evening. The articles Of association were revised, and the constitution and by-laws were adopted. The membership will be confined to residents of the city, and five negative votes will render an applicant ineligible lor six months, when his name may be proposed again. No definite action was taken In regard to the purchase of property, but several propositions have been received to ereot a building which will meet all the requirements, at a cost of $10,000.
An action contesting the will of the late John Biabchy has been commenced by Mrs. Eva Gottschalck, sister of the deceased, and relatives. The estimated value of the estate is
$30,000,
The F. M. B. A. wants, to tsfob in the appointment of the colnfcyb.| sor, and urge upon the county con sioners the selection of a man froi^ country. The beard should&Bel^ best man for the place regai"" locality. The appointee shoqB| be||. good business man, have a thorough wledge of the values of real es own aWt fli»n thing qf the mannflnn which money^j concealed at assessment time, andshoul have the nerve to go after those who evade the law, assess them properly and then stand by it. If the F. M. B. A. have a man possessed of these qualifications they should trot him out.
A representative of a Cincinnati paving company was in town this week endeavoring to persuade property owners on south Sixth street from putting down brick and to adopt asphalt in its stead. He appeared before the committeeon paving the street and informed them that asphalt would cost only $1.00 per lineal foot more than the brick that this would include keeping the street in repair for five years that asphalt is easily repaired, and that where worn out after fifteen or twenty years use it can be resurfaced at a moderate cost. A meeting of the property owners for next Monday evening. has been called, when the matter will receive futher consideration.
The last will and testament of James Ross, deceased, was filed for probate yesterday. To his granddaughter, Mrs. Laura E. Nevitt, he bequeaths the south half of in-lot No 170 and lots 3, 4„ 5 and 10 in Ross' subdivision of outlots6 and 7, in the city of Terre Haute. To his sister, Mrs. Elenore Knowlton, he leaves the residue of his estate, on condition that she pay the following legacies: To his sister, Sarah Ann Patrick, of Sacramento, Cal., for life the dividends from 15 shares of the capital stock of the First National bank of Terre Haute to his niece, Mary Jeffcoat, $500 to his niece, Nancy Baggett, $500, and to his granddaughter, Laura E. Nevitt, $1,000. Tho will is dated January 6, 1887, and is witnessed by H. H. Boudinot and Burton G. Haana. It names John F. Gulick and Edwin W. Ross it* executors.
The Epworth League of Greencastle district will hold their third semi-annual convention In Plainfield next Wednesday and Thursday. The Anbury league of this city has appointed the following delegates to attend the convention: Mr. and Mrs. I. Dale, Mr. and Mrs. C. £L Eh man, Misses Maggie SchulU, Kate Kester, Bertha Brewer, Nora Anderson, Cora Wheatftll, Liliie Schafler, Mm Lola Burks, and Measrs. E. M. Go£»in, Charles Anderson, Frank Small wood, J. Edward* and Chas. McClellan. The league
TO:
consisting
of city and country real estate. The sister was not remembered in the will at all, and the rents for one year were to be divided between a nephew, a niece and a friend. A lot in Grover's addition was bequeathed to St.
Benedict's church, and
the remainder to the Franciscan sisters for the benefit of St. Anthony's hospital. When a religious, charitable, or benevo lent institution takes anything under a will these days, it costs nearly its value to make the title good in a court of lawj
Last Wednesday evening, at the residence of her parents, H. M. Griswold and wife, Miss Nellie Griswold was united in marriage to Benjamin F, Brown, of St. Louis, Rev. Klrtley performing the ceremony. Charles Barden, of St. Louis, was groomsman, and Miss Flora Hovey acted as bridesmaid. No invitations were Issued, but the wedding was a brilliant affair. The home was beautifully decorated with choice flowers, and after the cere money an elaborate wedding feast was served. The young couple started north the same
they will m^ke'thelr home in St. Louis.
The Red Men of this city will Tammany day on May 12th, by a parade in the afternoon, and an add' at night. The following commij have been appointed:
Music—J. C. Prelle and William Blld Hall-Henry Lyons.
Printing—Charles Gllmoreand/ berg. Invitation—Charles Feltu J. W. Vlckeroy and George
Finance—Charles Gllmore, U^.C. Charles Lyons, William Hlld, T, *'1® and Alexander Sandison.
Speakers-Dr. R. W. Valzah and Georges Hughes. "1 An invitation "will be extended to th tribes of surrounding towns to partksi pate, and the anniversary promises be a grand affair.
of Centenary church has also appointed its delegates, and among them are Rev. T. I. Goultas, Rev. A T. Briggs and Miss Julia Woodruff. Bishop Vincent will deliver an address on "The Story of our Minister," and Revs. Coultas, Dale and Towne have been assigned prominent places on the program. Rev. Briggs, of Mattox Mission, will read a paper on "A Model Month of a Model League," and Mrs. C. H. Ehrman will deiiver an address on "The Junior League."
IMgest line of Straw Hats ever brought to this city, at Sykes & Gray's.
vm
street
521 Main for Hats.
Next fall the most popular member of the fire department, exclusive ef the chief, assistaut chief aud superintendent of the fire alarm, will be given a trip to Long Branch and the Atlantic coast, including -visits to New York, Philadelphia, Washington and Baltimore, and a return trip home, taking in Niagara Falls, by Sandison 6c Burns, proprietors of the Casino, 677 Main street. The name of the lucky person is to be determined by ballot, and the contest commencsd yesterday. With every purchase of fifteen cents in any department a ticket is given entitling the holder to vote for his choice of fireman who shall be given the trip, the expense of which will be paid by Messrs. Sandison and Burns. There 'are thirty-eight men in the fire department. The contest will close August 31, and on September 1 the awsrd will be made aud the fireman having received tbe largest number of votes can at once take his vacation on one of the finest trips ever mapped out.
Wanted—Ash Timber.
night on a short brjid^tom^ .afterabove length for the next 60 days, ... j||$o buts cut fifty-six (66) and seventy(74) inches long. TERRE HAUTE
Second-growth white ash buts cut thirty-six (36) inches long. Will buy
South Third
opular fireman at J. 677 Main street.
deale1*, "JVm.M. choioe bargains
'I: 160 feet front, tte avenue, which jgseli at a great sacJpresents himself im"has also on hand 3 five son south Third street, oft©reel ohoap Ott roSrr
Now is the time to buyj search of bargains give
"(Fine decorated cents each for Fair, 325 Main
es in elegant .utiful designs, 25 cents each, cents. The Fair,
^Souae Cleaning
is now the order of the day and if you are going to want anything in the house furnishing line don't fail to see us. We are prepared to meet your wants at low prices. 0. WOOD & CO., 23 and 25 south Fourth street.
Sohluer, the Hatter.
Baby Carriages in enormous variety, positive lowest prices, best styles and most substantially made. Wholesale prices guaranteed on single purchases. The Fair, 325 Main street.
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street
521 Main for Hate.
Go to F. A. Seeburger & Bro. for your Sunday meats. They have the best shop in the city and will give you the choicest 'cuts of any kind of meat you. wish 711
Main.
BICYCLES.
Ladies and Misses who buy their Safeties from Baker & Watson will be taught to ride free of charge. They handle the best grades of medium priced wheels.
Still Ahead
of all others on low prices of House Furnishing Goods. We handle four lines, Carpets, Furniture, Stoves and Queensware. Come and see us.
STEARHS
WITH KB|SEL£» DfBV«Q BALLS:
C. WOOD A CO.,
23 and 25 south Fourth street.
Boys Stiff Hats, at Sohluer, the Hatter.
Go to Peter Miller for lap Robes Blankets and Harness supplies of all kinds. Prices ihere will surely please. 505 Main street.
The Lawn Monarch.
If yon want a "Lawn Mower" see A. G. Austin A Oo's high wheel, easy running Monarch. 8atisfectiengn*r*ufeeL
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..WHEN YOU NEED FURNITURE
f-. Ate! DONT FAIL TO VISIT
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FISBEGK"S FURNITURE HOUSE
A Large and Complete Stock. Lowest Prices.
EVERY ARTICLE SOLD AS REPRESENTED.
Wd show 12 lines of Men's Suits that are worth
$13. at $10.
Tilese Suits are in elegant patterns and made up in the best style. In Children's Suits we are showing several lines that are worth
$3.50 for $2.
They are pretty and durable. We have Children's Suits as low as $1.25 worth $2.00 elsewhere. Special Hat Sale, don't fail to take one of them in.
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Will buy a fine Still or Soft Hat elsewhere. See our Children's sold at Half the Regular Price.
Clothiers, Hatters and Furnishers.
SEE OUR STOClt!
TWO DAYS ON
R.
May 5th and 6th.
Public is cordially invited to attend our Exhibition and Sal of the Finest. American and Foreign
Etchings, Engravings, Etc.
We have made arrangements with the largest Publishers and Im-. porters of these fine goods to have them at our store next Tuesday and Wednesday.
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worth $2.50 Shirt Waists
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BUGGIES AND CARRIAGES
18 and 20 South 3rd Street.
& CO.
SMITH,
801 and BOB Wabasli ave.
Open every evening until 9 o'clock.
Gr Gr,
648 WABASH AVENUE, TERRE HAUTE.
Men's Pants.
All-wool Men's Suits
Sacks and Frocks
FOR
For Dress, Street and Business Wear
$8.00to$15.00
Other houses charge you from $12.00 to $20.00 for the same article.
Thornian & Schloss,
Cor. 8th and Main Streets.
Children's Clothing a Specialty,
$1, $1.25, $1.75, $2, $3, $3.50, $4 to $10 and finer if you want, at prices never equaled.
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Boys Long Pant Suite, 10 to 19 year. Big Drives To-day, $4, $5, $6, $7 up to $15.
Star Shirt- Waists.
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