Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 28, Number 1, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 3 July 1897 — Page 6

Ktimson, Stimson A: C'ondit. Samuel Carey Stimson, senior member of this successful Arm. is an example of a man who has made a phenomenal success in his profession after a start that was made under conditions that were not altogether favorable. Working his way through Ann Arbor, in is»71 he began the practice of law in this city, and by his constant devotion to business pushed himself to the front of the bar of Western

Indiana as a jury lawyer, and is now favored with a large acquaintance and a wide influence. In the adjustment of large claims he has had rare success, and as a confidential agent and trustee he has gained a name among financiers. In 1*90 Mr Stimson was the candidateof the He publican party for judgedjVt&e Circuit court, and made a canvas Ibat^roved his popularity, and established in the esecru even of those who were his political opponents. It was jiot a good year for Republicans, howeverVnu'l although he made a most creditable- race, he was defeated. His standing in the profession, and the esteem in which lie is held throughout the state was best evidenced by the general approval that followed the announcement! by (iovernor .lame- A. Mount that when Judge Henry vacated the bench of the Su- I perior court to become revenue collector for this district his mind was made up to appoint Samuel C. Stimson. The pressgenerally, and the bar. united in showering congratulations on Mr. Stimson.and when the appointment is made later, it is cer-j tain that the Superior court will have a| judge whose standing with lawyers and litigants is well established.

Robert B. Stimson is a graduate of Vale, •and has been in active law practice in Terre Haute since he retired from the position of Deputy Attorney (icueral of Indiana early in the "Stis. He was for some time editorial writer of the Logan sport Journal, where his power of expression and ability as a reasoner made it a certainty that he would have made a shining success in that profession had he chosen to pursue it. Mr. Stimson was city attorney from Is'.mi to lsr», ami it is certain that no man ever held that important position who devoted as much time to the city in tercsts, and with loss to iiis own business, as lie During his term he prepared the ordinances living city saloon licenses, putting the intricate Barret law for street improvement- into force, and established! many reforms in the legal and legislative depart incut of tin* city government that have proved of meat benefit to the taxpayers. He is regarded a- a singularly acute reasoner, and does the lion's share of the court and brief work for his firm. He was selected by lie cit i/.en-' comtui11ee of one hundred in the winterof "9-1 to prepare a new city charter for the city, which the legislature adopted. but which (iovernor Matthew•» vetoed. He played an

Important part in the court proceedings that made it po-sible, by a decision of the Supreme court in favor of hi- contentions, for Ohio street, to be opened across the tracks of the K. 11 railway, and has figured prominently in most of the important cases before the local courts. Mr. Stim-on ha- given great attention to the que-tiou of municipal law. and then* is certainly no other law er in Terre Haute who is so w«-ll ver-ed in this particular branch of the legal profession

Howe Allen Condit. junior memlx-r of thi- well-known firm, which confines its effort- a- far as po—ible to commercial. prolvaU1 and corporation law. Mr Condit

a son of Rev Blackford Condit a meml*er of one of the olde-t families in Indiana whose uncle. Supreme Justice Blackford, was noted in the early jurisprudence of the Hoosier state Mr Condit graduated from Wabash college in W. and at once began the study of taw He made rapid advancement in the profession. and was admitted to the firm of which he is now a memlxT He is popular jtmong the bnsim«s* men. ami has reputation as a safe counsellor that may well be envied by men older in the profession He manages the commercial law department and take* just pride In the immense col-

lection business which the firm does. His industry and faithfulness have built up for him a large personal clientage. He is active in politics and well known as an ardent, energetic Republican. He is one of the few professional and business men who believes in the sensible theory that it is no disgrace to be active in the interests of the party to which one belongs, and ha§ 'therefore always been alert in the interests of the Republican party, and since its organization has been secretary of the I well-known McKinley club, which always plays an important part in local politics.

Ilarry .J. Baker.

Harry J. Baker is a native of Virginia, and was born October 15, 1859. He received his education in the schools of Hamilton, Ohio, and graduated from the law department of the University of Michigan in the class of 1884. Previous to taking the law course in that school. Mr. Baker was employed in the abstract office of T. C. Buutin. and was a deputy for one year under M. X. Smith, county clerk, where he acquired a knowledge of that intricate office that was of great assistance to him when he began the practice of la**.

He was admitted to the Vigo county bar immediately after graduation, and has practiced with great success ever since, being counsel for many of our leading manufacturing and mercantile firms, the Terre Haute Savings Bank being one of the notable clients. Mr. Baker was married September 11, 1888, to Miss Elizabeth R. Hamill, daughter of Samuel R. Hamill, deceased, and from this union two sons have been born. Hamill and John Donald Baker.

Alviii M. Higgius.

Alvin M. Higgius was born on the site of Superior City. Wisconsin, in IStif}. He was educated at Oberliu College, Ohio, and located in this city in 1SH7. He studied law here, was admitted to the bar in 1H8S, and in lssit, formed a partnership with S. C. and R. B. Stimson which he continued with success until 1 when he retired from the firm to engage in practice on his own account and has built tip a splendid business. For a young man of his years, Mr. Higgius has attained unusual prominence. In 189(5 he was elected president of the Lincoln League of this state, and to his ability as an organizer, and his devotion to the cause, its wonderful success in

the last campaign is due. He was appointed by the president of the National I/eague of Republican clubs as a member of the executive committee, and served with distinction during the campaign. In February last lie was re-elected president of the Lincoln League by unanimous vote. In September last Mr. Higgius was appointed trustee for the Terre Haute Carriage «Sr Buggy Co., and his conduct of the affairs of that establishment shows him to be as well versed in the actual details of business as in the knowledge of his profession. His first report at the end of six 'Months, as required by law. was a model in every respect. On Thursday Mr. Hig gin-assumed the duties of United States Commissioner for this district, to which he was appointed by Judge John H. Baker, of the United States District Court.

l.tunh Uensley.

It would be difficult to tell of an important suit in the local courts in which the name of Iamb & Beasley is uot mentioned as attorneys on the one side or the other. The partnership between Mr. I^imb and Mr. Beasley was formed in is«ia, and has been eminently successful. Hon. John K. I*amh. senior member of the firm was admitted to the Vigo county bar in 1S73. In-fore he was of age. and since then has leen prominent in the affairs of this community. He has been prosecuting attorney, a member of congress and I United States district attorney, and has a national reputation as a powerful public speaker. He is strongest before a jury, where his influence is remarkable. Hon. John T. Beasley is a native of Sullivan county where he received his education, and studied and practiced law. until 1*93. when he removed to Indianapolis to practice his profession. He remove*! to this city the same year and formed the present partnership, an association that has proved very successful, that firm being interested in nearly all the important ca*es brought in the coarts in this and neighboring counties. Mr. Beasley was a member of the Indiana legislature for three successive terms, ISST. island 1891. and in and '91 was chairman of the judiciary committee, where be played a lending part in shaping the important legislation of those years. Mr. Beasley's career as a lawyer has been marked by industry and close application to business.

He is a close student, and has enjoyed an extensive practice during his professional career

Frank (armark.

Frank Carmack. whose law office is located at XX-i Ohio street, is a native of Illinois, baring been bora in Douglas*

county, near Tuscola. He has been a resident of this city since 1881, when he took a position in an insurance office here. He was a deputy under County Treasurer Chris Ray for two years, and when Levi Hammerly was elected recorder in ISSrt he

made Mr. Carmack his first deputy, a position he held for four years. He read law with Hugh D. Roquet, and was admitted to the bar in 1892. He has met with success in his profession, and stands high with his associates at the bar. Mr. CarI mack has been identified with local politics for several years, and was assistant secretary of the Republican county comI mittee in 1890. aud in 1892 was secretary, where he devoted himself to the duties of I that position with a faithfulness that •would have brought success had the fates not determined that his party was not to be successful in that campaign.

Samuel M. Huston.

Samuel M. Huston has been a resident of this county since 1871, when he came with his parents from Ohio, locating on what has ever since been known as the "Huston Farm."' north of the city. Mr. Huston was born in Butler county, Ohio, January 25, is»52. He attended the Fort Harrison and High Schools, and when quite young taught school very success-

fully in the schools of Otter Creek township. He spent some time in Arizona, and on his return here began the study of law in the office of his uncle, Judge William Mack. He was admitted to the bar in l&Sti. He was deputy prosecuting attorney under .Tames E. Piety from 1S8) to 1888, and in 1892 was the candidate of the Republican party for prosecuting attorney. He was defeated along with the rest of the ticket, but he made a remarkable race, receiving 300 more votes than the head of the ticket. In 1894 he was again a candidate for the same position, and was elected by the largest plurality given either of the successful candidates, 1,222. Mr. Huston displayed great zeal in the prosecution of the cases of which he had charge, and secured many convictions in what seemed hopeless cases. He retired from the office of prosecutor last November and engaged in the practice of law, and his knowledge, experience, energy and ambition are sure to unite in bringing him success.

fieorjte 1. Davis.

George M. Davis attended Terre Haute public schools and High School, entered the Rose Polytechnic Institute in 1884 and graduated in the mechanical engineering course, of that Institution in 1888, receiving the degree of Bachelor of Science. He then entered the law office of his father, Sydney Davis, and studied law, with the intention of making a specialty of Patent Law. After a course of study in the office he entered the law department of the University of Michigan, from where he was graduated in 1892, receiving the degree of L. L. B. He then formed a partnership with Sydney B. Davis and Stephen M. Reynolds, with whom he Is now actively engaged in the practice of his profession under the firm name of Davis, Reynolds & Davis. Mr. Davis is a competent draughtsman and prepared to make all drawings, cuts, models, etc., necessary in the application for United States and Foreign Patents. Trade Marks. Copyrights and Caveats.

TERRE HAUTE SATURDAY EVEK11SG MAIL, JULY 3, 1897.

William VF. Parson®.

William W. Parsons, president of the Indiana State Normal School, and whose personal efforts in behalf of that institu| tion bare done a great deal towards securing the successful position it now occupies among the state's educational institutions, was born in this city in 1850. He graduated from the school of which be is now president in 1872, taught literature and mathematics in the Indianapolis High School for two years, and in L873 returned to the Normal School to take the chair of English. He became rice president of the school in 1883, and in 18S&, at tbe early age

of thirty-five, was elected to the presidency and made professor of history and philosophy of education. The history of the school since he became its president is familiar to a great majority of the people in this section, and, indeed, throughout the

state, and proves that the trustees were alive to the best interests of the institution when he was selected as its official head. Year by year the attendance has increased until an important addition was required to accommodate the increase in number of pupils. This spring the attendance at the school was the largest in its history. During the last legislature an effort was made to discredit the State Normal School, by an united attack on the part of the non-state colleges and schools, but their efforts against the institution fell flat, as the legislators were made familiar with the grand work it is doing in behalf of the public schools of the state in securing the very highest grade of talent for teachers. It is not saying too much to make the assertion that this great good in behalf of the public school system of Indiana is due greatly to the efforts of its president, himself a Hoosier born and bred, and a graduate of the school of which he is now the honored head.

.J. Irving Kiddle.

J. Jrving Riddle, state agent for Indiana of the Pheuix insurance company, of Brooklyn and president of the RiddleHamilton Co., 20 south Sixth street, is a native of Ohio, and was born near Wauseon, Fulton county, September 7, 1847. In addition to a good common school education he enjoyed the advantage of several terms in an academy and took a thorough commercial college course. In January, 1S72, Mr. Riddle entered the service of the I'henix, of Brooklyn, as special agent in Northwestern Ohio, with headquarters at Wauseon. In October, 1878. he removed to this city, continuing with the same company, and on January 1 following became its state agent for Indiana, in which

position he has since remained. The quality of his work is shown in the fact that since 1874 the business of the Plienix in Indiana has increased tenfold, the average loss ratio being a little over per cent. He has been for twenty years a member of the state board of Indiana, and November last was elected president of the board, while as an active member of the Fire Underwriters' Association of the Northwest he is widely known. He is happy in his domestic life, with a wife and three bright children, is prominent in church circles and a member of Terre Haute Commandery, K. T.

William C. Doak.

William C. Doak, secretary and treasurer of the Riddle-Hamilton Company, has been actively identified with the Insurance, Real Estate and Loan business of Terre Haute since August. 1893, when negotiations were co nieuced for the incorporation of the Riddle-Hamilton Company, the organization of that firm dating from October 1st. of that year. Since that time the immense business of that company has been under his entire charge and supervision, all his time and attention being devoted to it, with results that have been gratifying. A general insurance, real es-

tate. loan and rental business in done, the insurance companies represented including all the leading companies, whose asset# ag

gregate #300 000.000. Tbe company has, at the present time, risks amounting to #5,000,000 placed on property in this city land ricinity. and does business with an average of 3.000 people each year, and is proud of tbe record of baring nerer bad a 1 law suit on a claim for a loss, nor has one of its companies failed. Tbe company fa I enterprising and progressive. and is inter jested as stockholders in many of our leading manufactories. I ...

Cbarles R. Bay.

Charles R. Ray, proprietor of tbe popular Manhattan," on Sixth street, in the oki National house Mock, is a native of Tennessee, and was born at Nashrille. I in 1832. Although a mere boy at tbe time 1 be served an enlistment in tbe confederate

army towards the close of the war, and was a member of the 113th Tennessee. He has been a resident of Terre Haute since 1876. whea he came here as an operator of the Western Union, taking the place of Capt. Ed. Friend. In 1882 Mr. Ray was a candidate for township trustee on the Democratic ticket, and although he made a most creditable race, he was defeated by Louis Finkbiner who was an unusually strong man and a candidate for re-elec-tion), Mr. Ray having given up his position in the Western Union in the great strike. In 1890. with Thos. W. Werkiser, he opened the "Annex,'' with which he was connected until he recently retired to go into business on his own account. This spring he opened the Manhattan in the National house block, and the success with which he has met shows conclusively that a nice quiet place of this kind can secure the trade that is always desirable. He handles the famous Schlitz Atlas Brau. and since the opening of this place the

business has rapidly increased. Mr. Ray by his suave manners aud pleasant ways, has acquired a large circle of friends and acquaintances, who manifest their interest in the establishment by liberal patronage. The very best lines of goods are handled here in every department, and nothiug is too good for the patrons cf the "Manhattan".

William Voa.es.

Wm. Voges, proprietor of Oak Hall, came here recently from Chicago, where he had extensive experience in catering to a high class of trade, and he has brought this experience to bear in conducting the business of this popular place. In addition to handling the perfection of beers, the Anheuser-Busch brands, he handles a high class of liquors, wines and cigars, anil since assuming charge of the Oak Hall its business has materially increased as a result of the gentlemanly treatment accorded all, aud the high grade of all goods handled.

The Anhauser-Busch Beer means perfection in brewing. The best beer for the best places, served and enjoyed everywhere. All the Anheiser-Busch brands are absolutely free from com, or corn preparation. Of corn-beer, you can drink but little, without a protest from the stomach, and the effects, is a loss of energy, weariness, stupidity and drowsiness.

Monniniccr A- Dressier.

Albert R. Monninger, of the firm of Monninger & Dressier, proprietors of the "Bee Line Exchange," opposite the Big Four depot, was born in this city in 18150. He began his business career as a traveling man for his father, Philip Monninger, who owns a large vineyard near Collet Park. He acted as collector for the Champion

Reaper for a time, aud then was a salesman for H. Hulman. After engaging for some time as a jobber in the cigar business he purchased his present business, in 1SKS.

Associated with him is his brother-in-law, Charles Dressier, who was born in this city November 12, 1871, and is a son of Christian Dressier, an old and wellknown resident. Their desirable location, aud the fact that they handle nothing but the very best goods in every line, has enabled them to build up a splendid trade, in which their own personal popularity and cleverness greatly assisted. Recently they completed the entire remodelling of their place at great expense, and they now have one ot the coziest and most attractive places in the city, and in which courteous treatment is assured to all.

James Wisely.

James Wisely, blank book manufacturer, stationer and book binder, at (Wt» Main street, has been in business since iss.%, when he became associated with the late E. A. Hess. This partnership was continued for some time, when he purchased his partner's interest. His former location was at 524 Main street, but in 1894 he removed to his present location, the removal being necessitated by his constantly increasing business, extends over this entire section and to many other states. He occupies this entire building, and em1 a 1 a force of experts in the different branches of his extensive business. He has established a permanent feputation as the manufacturer of blank books of the most perfect kinds, and customers for this class of work include many of the leading manufacturing and industrial establishments of this and adjoining counties, who want the very liest work, and evidently know where to get it. Mr. Wisely is the exclusive manufacturer of the celebrated Fry flat-opening blank book, which is made in all kinds of books intended for mercantile and office purposes, and is one of the most convenient devices invented for those who do office or clerical work.

Samuel It. Ilamill.

Samuel R. Hamill. who is recognized as one of the leaders in his profession in this community, was born in Sullivan, Indiana. December 13th. 1HT7. His father, Samuel H. Hamill. was one of the leading lawyers of the State, and had filled many important public positions. His mother was a member of the Wood family, whose history is identified with that of Terre Haute. Mr. Hamill hasalibeial fundamental education, which with great success he has applied to his chosen profession. He began the study of the law in 1H77 and was admitted to the bar in 1W. Since then he has been engaged in practically all tbe important litigation in the local courts and has been engaged in many of the important and noted cases in the State. For several years he held the important position of county attorney. He

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The Ijtncaster Block Coal Company.

Tbe abore cut is a view of tbe entrance to the mine* of tbe Lancaster Block Coal Company, located in Clay county, where the company has a field of 800 acres of rich Tbe coal mined by this company is one of the most popular fuels in the market for domestic and steam purposes, ami a large trade has been built up that is constantly on tbe increase. Tbe company, while it does a large business in Chicago and tbe northwest, pays especial attention to the local trade, which is in charge of Robert Andrew, secretary of tbe company, whose office is located at 921 Wabash arenue. Tbe prominence of this company in the local coal business is due as much to the personal efforts of Mr. Andrew as to tbe high grade of coal furnished. Local consumers and others wbo hare never tested tbe merits of this coal will find It greatiy to their interest to a thorough test of tbe famous Lancaster Block Coal, which is sure to give unbounded satisfaction. Tbe best patrons of tbe coal are those who have given it a trial, and bare been pleased with tbe satisfactory results obtained.

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