St. Joseph County Independent, Volume 21, Number 23, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 28 December 1895 — Page 8

SnbcpenM. A Local Newspaper, Non-Partisan. W! A. KNDLKY, PUBLISHER. Entered at the Walkerton Postollice at second-class rates. SnVawcrip tion: For One Year . . . 81.50 For Six Mouths • . ... 75 For Three Months 40 I If paid promptly In advance a discount of 25 cents on the year will be allowed. XA cross marked with a blue pencil on the margin of your paper indicates that.jour Jem of subscription to thk paper has expired. *f you aro In arrearages please settle at once, and notify us promptly if you wish the paper couinued. WALKERTON, INDIANA. DE&^Ww- 18*5. THE NEIGHBORHOOD. News from the Surroundng Territory as Given by Our Correspondents. TYNER CITY. Daniel Koebert, a wealthy farmer living two and one half miles east of Tyner, owner of 600 acres of land, came over to Tyner last Saturday and wanted to trade a buggy for a house and lot, and before he left town he offered the buggy for $lO cash. But had to take the rig home with him . Anderson Beagles made a flying trip to Walkerton Monday on the freight train and came back on 29. Oren Chart is peddling dog fish and sour kront. Tyner has a news office and news carrier, but no printing press. John W» Thomas just camo home from a short visit to Chicago. John is the boss tile worker of North township. While Mart Thomas, Jake Kipter and Lot Sherlaiu were talking Lot and Mart got into a dispute, when Lot knocked Mart down and the latter stabbed Lot seriously. Lot went home and says when he gets well he will try him again. Henry Campbell and wife and Mrs. George Haag went to Columbia City to visit their son ami son in-law, Mr. Frank Haag, over Christmas. William Fink and wife ate their Christmas dinner with George Bennet, of this place. - Mrs. Stair, of Argos, is visiting with her daughter, Mrs. Dora Harman, of this place. 'l'he U. B. church gave a Ctnistwuo entertainment Christmas eve. The M. E. church will give a New Year’s entertainment. Mrs. J. E. Johnson started Monday for Bloomington, 111.. to visit her brother. John McCormick went to South Bend Christmas. Miss Bessie Johnson is visiting at LaPorte during the holidays. X. Y. Z. Smith. NORTH LIBERTY. Lizzie Bettcher is home from Alexandria, Ind., for the holidays. F. C. Pearse and E. O. Bettcher are home from the State University this week. W. F. Hoffman went to Battle Creek, Mich., to attend the wedding of his nephew. Wilber Morse. H. M. Buck has moved his family to Hamlet. Wm. Stevenson is visiting his son in Mich., this week. Isaac Livengood of Kankakee, 111., is visiting relatives here. Mrs. Jennie Heaberlin and Mrs. Ollie Kimmel of Terre Haute, are visiting I their brother, Cupt. G. A. Bettcher. E. M. Laffler is visiting his parents at Niles, Mich., F. G. Greene is acting as agent during his absence. Jas. Reusberger and family and El- 1 mer Foot and wife, of Knox, visited re latives here Christmas. Chas. Fisher, of So. Bend, spent Christmas in town. A. Trousou and wife, of So. Bend, .are visiting relatives here this week.

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For Good Reliable Goods at the Lowest Prices Call on HUDELMY’R & HENRY, DEALERS IN Dry Goods x Groceries, BOOTS AND SHOES, ' NOTIONS & WALL PAPER. We want the farmers’ produce. Bring it in. We always pay the highest market prices for it. HUDELMYER & HENRY] s z ■ —

Mrs. J. D. Beach and son Elmer, of La Grange, are visiting her daughter, H. T. Sellers. Sid Williams, of Burr Oak, is visiting his brother, J. M. Williams. Isaac Keely, of Logansville, Ohio, is visiting at G. W. Rupert’s. Mrs. Noah Vansooik and daughter Ella, of Garrett, visited at W. A. Whitmer’s on Christmas. W. A. Fitch and family, A. B. Geyer and family, O. S. Collar and children all of So. Bend spent Christmas at S. B. Collar’s. A reunion of the Robinson family was held at Dr. A. Moore’s Christmas. Those present were W. H. Robinson, Frank Barkley and family, Stiver Robinson and family, Schuyler Robinson and family, of Lakeville, Fred Auer and family, Ed. Auer and family, Jas. Auer, of S<». Bend, Henry Rope and wife, A. P. Steele and family andD. M. Houser and wife of this place. John Hartman Sr. and family and 1 Jolin Hartman Jr. and wife spent Christmas at D. M . Houser’s, M. Warlich and family, of So. Bend, are visiting relatives here, At the annual election of officers for North Liberty Lodge, No. 266, A. F. <V A . M., for the year 1896, held Saturday, Dec. 21st., the following officers were elected : Dr. J. N. Reece, W. M.; J. A. Cole, S. W.; J. F. Albright, J. W ;Dr. A. S. Campbell, Treas.; D. W . Houser, Sec.; Jas. Heath, S.S.; 11. F. Brooks, J. 8 ; C. F. Randall, S. D.; F. Thnmm, J. D.; J. C. Anderson, Tyler. JORDAN. John Walters is quite ill with LaGrippe. Samuel Eisenmenger and wife visit 'ed John Newcomer, near North Liberty last Sunday. C. R. Kohli is very ill with yellow ! jaunders. { On account of inclement weather ! there was no singing last week . i Peter Shrull, of Marion, Ind., visit- ’। ed Samuel Peffiy and family hist i week. Allen Ramsby and wife visited John Walters and family last Sunday. ’ William Garwood, of near South ■ Bend, visited friendsand relatives here last week. Ed Gindleberger and wife visited relatives on the Island last Sunday. Rev. C. U. Stockbarger begins pro--1 traeted meetings here this week. f Everybody invited. i <l. I. B. |> HAMLET. Plenty of rain. Low land nearly all j under water. Fred Heutz has been quite sick but is better. Mrs. Samuel Taylor is quite ill. The baud boys gave a concert in the hall last. Saturday night. Janies Lirkie’s daughter Annie died Thursday last. Funeral services were held at the Lutheran church. Lindley & Boughman have just completed their blacksmith and paint shop where they are ready to do work in their line. Julius Goppert and Lillie Monroe were married last Sunday and will be । come residents of this place soon. Especial efforts are being made to incorporate this place. Things look favorable in that direction now. Burglars attempted to blow open the safe of Close, the lumber man, but it was too solid for their tools. Our schools have closed for the holiday’s Rev. Berton will commence a series lof meetings at the M. E. church Sun- ' day night. Our Epworth League, though young, is being attended with good interest. Mrs. M. A. Herrold, of Westville, ! and Frank Kimble, of Jefferson City, . Kansas, spent Christmas with Will Clem and family. Mrs. Herrold is a sister of Mrs. Sarah Hostetter and Mr. Kimble her nephew. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. LaFeber are visiting with his parents at Atlanta, Ind.

c CHRISTMAS hsiC! —- AT ~sai_ . SHBITT’S fc Sin, 111 W. Washington Sontu Bendi THE Pianos, from - _ $200.00 to $600.00 Organs, from - - V. 40.00 to 150 00 Guitars, from - - . 5.00 to 125.00 Mandolins, from - . 5.00 to 50.00 ■ w ■ Banjos, from - ’ 7.00 to 15.00 Violins, from - f - 2.50 to 30.00 j Regina Music Boxes, from SX - 15 00 to 100.00 Toy Music Boxes, from J - - .25 to 1.50 Accordeons, from - ] - .75 to 10.00 Boys’ Drums, from * - - .75 to 3.50 Concertinas, from A- - 1.50 to 5.00 Harmonicas, from - B - .10 to .75 Apollo Harps, from - / - - - 500 to 12 50 Zithers, from f 10.00 to 15.00 And EVERYTHING ELSIf in the line of music. Come in and see my goods.LWR SKERRITT.

Farm for Sale 155 iicros, 1| miles noithwest of Walkerton; 125 acres under cultivation, the rest timber. A good large house, barns aud wiudpump; good orchard. Terms one fourth down, the rest yearly payments. William H. Gould. George F. Steel, house painter, graiuer and paper hanger. Kalsomin ing, etc., done to order. Work guaranteed to give satisfaction. Address box 27, Walkerton, Ind. Residence near the Pleasant Grove chapel. Second-Hand Furniture for Sale I will sell off my houselmld furniture at a great Hncriflce to savg* moving it to California, where 1 will locate next January. A. H. White. Weak, “I Was No Good on Earth.” Dr. Miles’ Nervine strengthens the weak, builds up the broken down constitution, and permanently 1 cures every kind of nervous disease. ‘‘About one year ago I iron afflicted j with nerrounncHM. tdeeylej»nneM, Crfeping HentiatioH in my Ii uk, Slight palpitation of my heart, instructing confusion of the mind, Serious loss or lapse of memory. Weighted do ten trith care and trorry. I remphtelu lost appetite And felt my vitality wearing out, 1 was weak, irritable and tired, Ely weight was reduced to IdO lbs., In fact I was no good, on earth.

A friend brought me Dr. Miles’ book, “New and Startling Facts,” and £ finally decided to try a bottle of Dr. Miles’ Reorative Nervine. Before I had taken one bottle I could sleep as well as a 10-yr.-old boy. My appetite returned greatly increased.

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H hen.l had taken the sijcth bottle My weight increased to /?6 bs., The sensation in my legs was gone; 3fy nerves steadied completely; My memory was fully restored. My brain seemed clearer than ever. I felt as good as any man on earth. Hr, Miles’ Restorative Nervine is A great medicine, I assure you.” Augusta, Me. Walter R. Burbank. Dr. Miles' Nervine is sold on a positive guarantee that the first bottle will Benefit. All druggists sell it at sl, 6 bottles for $5, or it will be sent, prepaid, on receipt of price by the Dr. Miles Medical Co., Elkhart, Ind. Dr. Miles’ Nervine Restores Health Farmers' W, Walkerton, Ind., JOHN E. JOHNSON, Pres., MORGAN JOHNSON, V. Pres. THOMPSON TURNER, Cashier. Does a general banking business; buys and sells exchange, makes collections on all points at lowest possible expense. Accounts of individuals ; and corporations solicited. । —1 _ IF 3 **- < FEMALE PILLS. e.HEW DISCOVERY. HEYER FAILS. * „ n ew, reliable and sate relief for rap. I Press«l,excessive,scanty or painful men- i ' stratton. Now used by over 80,000 ’ ladles monthly. Invigorates these I . organs. Beware of Imitations. Name P^t^r- .® 2 ’ r er bux, °r tr,al box 81. Sent sealed In plain wrapper. Send 4c in stamps for particulars. Sold by Local Sold by Endly. i

Farmers! Look here. Remember we are still at the old stand reiidv to receive your grain and seed and pay you the hinliest market । 1 ice. Wh also have on hand all kinds of seed for sowing or plant ing Have just received a large supply of grain bags, which we will sell at. cost. When you have anything to offer in car lots or less on any track call in and let us make yon a price. Yours truly, MERCER & NEAL. REVIVO H W RESTORES VITALITY. < i ‘y Made a ißtimy. v (/' k kWell Man ISthDay. O s Me. I THE GREAT noth Day. T’rLEIMdl LIEMEDY 1 prodiKcs Ihe aboi<■ results in 30 days. It a. ts [ powerfully and quieklv 1 tires when all others fail Young no n will n sam their lost manhood ami old men will recover th- ir youthful viaor by using 111 VH <>. It sun 1:1 v ami m-dy restores Nervous ness la st Vitality. Inipoiem y. Nightly Emissions, । Lost Power. Failing ihmo- -. Wasting Diseases, and all effects ot sei: abuse or exce.s and indiscretion, which unfits om-for mly Im-am s. or marriage. It not only cures by tarting at the seat of disease but isagreat nerv«-tonic and blood builder, bring- | mg back the pink glow to pale cheeks ai dre sto ing the tire of youth. It wards oil Insanity ' and Coiisnmr'tU'n Insist on having KEI IVO, no : other. It can be carim d m rest pocket. By mail * 1.00 p r j ,-h ige,. : six lor .55.00, wit h a post five written guarantee to cure or refund thetnonev. Circulartr- -. Address ■ ROYAL MEDICINE CO.. 771 Wahasi Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. J. F. REID, Druggist, Walkerton, Ind. At Beall's Meal IW! You will always find the choicest cuts of Tender Steak, Boils and Chops, Boasts, Etc. I EVERYTHING NEAT AND CLEAN I Tn Beall’s. PROF. KIEL, ? government chemist, writes: I have carts ully analyzed your “ Royal Ruby Port Wine,” bought by me in the open market, and certify that I found the same absolutely pure and well aged. This wine ia especially recommended for its health-res-toring and building up properties; it strengthens the weak and restores lost vitality; particularly adapted for convalescents, the aged, nursing mothers and .nose reduced and weakened by over-work and worry. Be sure you get “Royal Ruby”$1 per quart bottles, pints 60 cts. Sold by J. F. REID. o ,o » h ers.who wish to examint wMsSblb I IVkllV this paper, or obtain estimate* on advertising space when in Chicago, will find it on file a’ 45 to 49 Randolph St., • nnn a TUOBEC Mie Advertising Agency of ’aVEIgJ BHU Hind*

Tie Mte Vty Lani Co. ••••••• -^REAL ESTATE AND LOANS.^ ••••••• We have the largest list of farm and city property in Northern Indiana. ••••••• Farm Loans made on Short Notice ••••••• ELnd el Low Recto of Interest. Call and see msKANKAKEE VALLEY LAND COMPANY Walkerton, Indiana.

FIVE FRCTS RBOUT TH E ■ — Great Rock Island ROUTE. Fii’st. The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Ry runs through Vestibuled Trains daily Chicago to Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo, leaving Chicago via Kansas City daily at 6 00 p. in., and via Omaha at 10 00 p. m., arriving mountain cities second morning Second. The regular Tourist Car to California via Kansas Citv runs once a week, and leaves Chicago every Thursday at 6 00 p. m, Kansas City at 10 50 a m. every Friday. Tickets based on second class rate and car runs on fastest trains, and known as the Philips Rock Island Tourist Excursions. Car arrives at Colorado Springs Saturday, 735 a. 111., and Los Angeles Tuesday. Thirii. Many persons are buying farm lands in Texas, Kansas and Oklahoma. The Great Rock Island Route runs to all this territory. Fonrt!i. For Mexico C.ty the Rock Island runs a Through Sleepers fron- Kansas City daily at S.lOp m , via Topeka, McFarland, Wichita and Fort M>>rth and Austin to San Antonio. Two routes from there are—lnternational R. R. to La- -do. and Mexican National to the City of Mexico; Southern Pacific and Mexican International via Spofford aud Eagle Pass to City of Mexico. Connections are also made at Fort Worth via the Texas Pacific to El Paso, and ^over the Mexican Central to City of Mexico. Fifth. Send to address below for a Souvenir called 'Summer Vacations,” that gives much information to tourists. Sent free. John Sebadian, 6. P, A., Chicago. I’lie Indepemient ofliee prints 50 snip bills on good water proof paper for $l5O. We also give a free notice of sale in the paper. Jdotel The Leading Hotel of Walkerton. r i Centrally located. Recently overlinuletl. Nice, pleasant rooms and excellent board. A First-class SAMPLE ROOM In connection with the Hotel. RATES REASONABLE. GEORGE KERN. Proprietor. BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CARDS O. F. TOWNSEND, BAI’BER & HAIRDRESSER. Next door Behrens’ store. WABKERTON, - INDIA NA P. M. JONES, M. D„ PH YSIC fA N A NI) SURG E()N WALKERTON, IND. OFFICE HOURS: Freni Btolo a. m.; 2to 4 p m.; 7toß p. ni. Office over Hudelmyer & Henry’s store. Night bell. Trustee’s Notice. E. I. Leibole, 'Trustee of Lincoln township, hereby gives notice that he will be in his office at his residence on Avenue F, near the flouring mill, on Sat urday of each week for the transaction of township business. OM. CUNNINGHAM, slttorny at Law, South Bend, IndODD FELLOWS BLK. ROOM 10. A. E. CRIPE, (Barber and Hairdresser, WALKERTON, IND. Shaving and haircutting done neatly and expeditiously. Drop in and see us. Dr. Price’s Cream Baking Powder World’s Fair Highest Medal and Diploma.

H. D. DENAUT P^sician and gurgcon. WALKERTON, - - INDIANA Office and rooms over Reece's hardware store. night bell. Dr. H. S. Dowell, PAINLESS DENTIST. 1 Teeth extrrcted without pain or sleep, by the use of 11 local anaesthetic. Leaves no bad after effects. Teetb tilled without pain by the use of antal- • gia. Sets of teeth made on short notice. Dental rooms in Fry-Dougherty r block, Walkerton, Ind. M. D. LEROY. I' 1.1 VERY & FEED STABLE, u il llEli roV; I.X’la. First-class rigs and good horses. Horses boarded. Traveling men carried to all adjoining towns. All terms i reasonable. TABLE. I iSolid trains between. San,) uskv ano Pkoria I — and—- ' Rud ' I Michigan City Ft. Wayne, Connersville rough tickets sold to • all points in the United . States and Canada. NORTH BOUND FROM WALKERTON INo. 20 Passenger Leaves 12.28 pm I No. 22 “ " 654 “ SOUTH BOUND FROM WALKERTON. - ” INo 23 Passenger Leaves 9.18 a m It No. 29 “ •• 4.52 om ■ Immediate connections at Tipton with main 1 line trains for Sandusky, Bloomington and all points south, east and west. For tickets, rates and j general information, call on W. F. LaFeber, Ticket Agent L E. & W. R. R., or address ’ <l. F. I>aly. Gen'l Pas. Agt. 1 Indianapolis Ind. It. & O.TIME T4BMSX GOING EAST, ? “ 16 Mail 9 jn “ BLimited - ' 4>e< I GOING WEST. j A “ 5 Limited f 1 “ 17 Mail -taisI 11 Walkerton Aceomm||^ j Walkerton accommodation . go at 7.40 p.m. fa > ♦d- Where no time is given trains dow^ CHAS. O. SCULL, O. P. McCAIViwHB^ Gen. Pass. Ag’t. Assist. Gen, Pass. A^M Baltimore, Md. Columbua YjfwHß K. L. SANDERS, Ag’t., Walkerton. ! 1. I. &1. 11. R. Time Card. 3 Regular Passenger Train service operated daily ] between Streator, 111., and South Beud, Ind. j Elegant new equipment and fast time. West. Bound train No. 1 leaves South Bend at 7 o’clock a. m , arriving at Streator 11:50 a. m. East bound train No. 2 leaves Streator 6:15 a. m., arriving at South Bend 11.15 a. m. Following freight trains will carry passengers. West bound Nos. 7 andT ’ from all stations. No. 13 between South BeM A, and North Judson. East bound Nos. 8 and 10 bß^ ft tween all stations. No. 12 from Kankakee Shelby and Wheatfield. No. 14 from Streator,' • Dwight and Kankakee to Momence. TRAINS LEAVE WALKERTON West Bound No. 1 Mail and Express 7.44 a® “ 9 Local ..8.25 a ® “ 13 Freight 7.25 pto East Bound. No. 2 Mall and Express 1039 am • “ 10 Local 3.58 p® Trains Nos. 1,2, 7, 12, 13 and 14 daily. Trains 8, 9 and 10. Daily except Sunday. Tickets can be had for all principal points. For rates and all information apply to S ' F. A. SHORT, Agent, Walkerton. . 111 S Whitehead, G. P. A., Kankakee, 111, ’