Semi-weekly Independent, Volume 2, Number 38, Plymouth, Marshall County, 21 March 1896 — Page 4

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(Cf?e3nbepenbent ZIMMERMAN A SMITH, Proof's.

A. D. SMITH, General Manager. Office, Corner Oarro and Michigan Streets, Telephone, 84. subsckiptiox rmcE. One Year, Six Months. One Yef, fuh. Six llDnths. cash. Three Months, cash. Per Copy, $1.50 .T." l.0 SM .03 Entered at the post office at Plymouth. Indiana, as matter of the second class. It is now apparent to the masses of the democratic party that President Cleveland proposes to saddle Secretary Carlisle upon them as a candidate lor president on that ticket. While there is not a shadow of doubt that the presi dent wields a great influence with a large portion of the leading democrats, it is also an apparent fact that if he succeeds in pressing Carlisle to the front as their candidate he will lead them to an overwhelming defeat. The only hope of the democratic party is to brush aside any overtures made by President Cleveland. TERRIFIC BOILER EXPLOSION. 3 ISoiler Completely Wrecked No One Seriously Injured. The steam boiler in Andrew Pitman's saw mill, situated about midway between this city and Bremen, exploded with terrific force about 3 o'clock Wednesday. None of the four or live workmen about the mill at the time was more than slightly injured. The force of the explosion seemed to be exerted in one direction in which wreckage was strewn over a considerable area. Aside from the total wrecking of the boiler there was little damage done except that the side of the boiler room was blown out. The main building and machinery were but slightly injured. The explosion occurred while cold water was being pumped into the boiler. Were Out $1. Last Tuesday night John P. D.John, who lectured at the M. K. church in this city, on Wednesday evening delivered the same excellent lecture at the M. K. church at Valparaiso. It was given there under the auspices of the Junior Kpworth League, and the Star of that city says they were out ten dollars. To those who heard this brilliant man in our city as well as Valparaiso, arises in their mind the question why such instructive lectures receive such support. This same lecture in our city did not receive the encouragement it was entitled to. Are the people of our country degenerating? To a thoughtful student of humanity it surely appears so. The same evening that Dr. John delivered his lecture in Plymouth, Prof. Starr with his entertainment along the line of spiritualism and slight of hand performance was in our city, and entertained a crowded house. This has a tendency to prove that the minds of the masses seem inclined to yearn after that which bears the resemblance of the mysterious rather than those of intellectual treats. Attempted Itlaekinail. For several days a rumor has been prevalent in this city to the effect that a woman of this place, professing to have given birth to a babe on the train between here and Plymouth, had attempted to blackmail its reputed father, also a resident of Warsaw. We were unable to trace the rumor to any authentic source; but we heard it stated that a child was borrowed for the occasion, a fact that was developed after the claim for damage had been made. We only allude to the above, not for the purpose of telling the 3tory, because we were unable to get at the facts; but in order to say that really innocent men men whose characters are above suspicion, even are never blackmailed. It is only those whose conduct is of that character that such a charge would have at least the appearance of truthfullness when made. Tuesday's Warsaw Times. A llMiialy Tram . Last Friday Mrs. Nelson I lite, a bedridden invalid who had been left all alone at her residence 'A miles east of Millersburg, Elkhart county, would have burned to death but for the appearance of a tramp who not only saved her from the burning residence but also got out nearly everything except the stove. He modestly went his way without giving his name. Valparaiso Messenger. OItuary. The following was sent to Tiik INDEPENDENT for publication; Barnet Adamson was called to join the great majority, after a long and painful illness. He lived near Maxenkuckee, and was highly appreciated as being a citizen of great personalItes, which characterized him as a grand, good neighbor, and a whole-soul-ei citizen of the community. Hi was born Nov. 10, 1825, in Gal lie county, O., and at his death was 70 years

3 months and 2S days old. In 1S18 he was united in marriage with Sarah A. Brooke who stills survives him. The first fourteen years after their marriage their home was in Ohio. In 18tI2 they moved to Marshall county, Indiana, where they have resisded until his death, which occurred Saturday, March 14, 181, at 2 o'clock. The deceased leaves a bereaved wife, one brother and one sister besides many relatives and friends to mourn his departure. Funeral services were held at Poplar Grove church, Tuesday, lie v. F. (J. Howard, otliciating. It was the largest gathering ever seen at the church.

THE SPRING ELECTION. The Silenee that l'ervades the Atmosphere Denotes SomethingIt is but a short time until the election of aldermen for the coming year will take place. The movements of the opposing factions are as silent as the changing ot the seasons. While there seems to be no outward demonstration there is but little doubt that the party leaders are preparing for a bitter light. Thk Independent is not interested in the political complexion of the forth coming candidates, but it does hope that an effort will be made to nominate men who will work in the council tor the benefit of our city, and not listen to the crack of any party lash. In our beautiful city there are many citizens who affiliate with both of the prominent parties who would consciensciouslv dis charge their duties as councilmen without one thought regarding their party alliliatio'is. Such are the men we desire to see nominated for the positions of councilmen of our city and The Inde pendent will support such candidates as far as lies within its power. The Independent has always advo cated the laying aside of party bicker ings when it comes to the conducting of municipal affairs and believes no city can be conducted favorable to the masses of the people unless such party strife is obliterated, in a large measure at least. Ketit ut ion OtHee Itiirnetl. At 11 o'clock Thursday night fire was discovered in the rear end of the Restitution otlice, on Adams street, owned by A. 11. Underwood, publisher for the Christian Publishing Association. The fire company readily responded to the call, but the tire had gained such headway that almost everything was destroyed. A lew cases of type and some books were the only things saved. There was no press in the shop, the Democrat having done their presswork. The contents of the oilice were insured in the Milwaukee Mechanic Ins. Co. for $1075, while the building carried a $200 policy in Concordia Ins. Co., making the total insurance of $1,275, which will doubtless cover most of the loss. Steps will be taken at once to re establish the otlice. A .Meeting Held. Thursday night the committee of the Uusiness Men's Association, wno are looking up the prospects of the location of a factory in Plymouth, met to discuss tue matter. It was decided that the time given was not sullicient, and the firm has been telegraphed to for an extension of time. We would suggest to our association, if the extension of time is granted, that a public meeting be called immediately and the proposition made be pre sented to our business men. This will make the matter so clear that when the committee waits upon them, our people will know just what is expected of them and no time will be lost by the committee in making explanations, and a great deal of valuable time will be saved. I.ot II U Head. The insulting remarks made by the would-be exposer of spiritualiam, against The Independent Thursday evening, does not in the least rufile our temper. It only shows how far a man can go and still remain in his own estimation a gentleman. The Independent has the right to admit to its columns whatever it sees fit, and gives no man the privilege of "dictating" an article so as to further help him gull the people. The Fourth. Arrangements are being made for a big Fourth of July celebration at Culver City this year. There will be horseracing on the fair grounds, with tempting purses guaranteeing a good day's sport. What is Plymouth going to do about the Fourth ? As Others See l'n. Valparaiso Messn;;r The warm place beer holds in the hearts of Plymouth people is shown by the fact that Kev. Landis visited 314 voters with a remonstrance against a saloon and only 10 of them would sign. I. lue Complete. The Kochester telephone line has been completed, and is now connected with the Plymouth exchange. It might be of interest to those who are subscribers to our home exchange to know that it will cost 25 cents to use the new line.

METHODS OF THE STARRS.

Not alltied to Have Their I'ei luriiiaiice. Heported by Niaer l iile They fan Edit CopyLast week The Independent made arrangements with the advance agent of Prof. Starr to make special reports of the performances of the Starrs, who are billed for the opera house the balance of this week. In consideration of such reports, requiring the attendance of a reporter at every entertainment, the Starrs were willing to and did agree to pay a certain compensation, it being understood, however, that the reports were to be only such as could be truthfully and honestly made on the merits of the show. The matter already published by The Independent for these people has been largely in the way of press comments of cities at which they have recently exhibited. These comments appeared highly complimentary, but since we have learned, which we did Tuesday, that Prof. Starr insists on reading and "editing" the reporter's copy before it is handed to the printer the charm of these lavish compliments has suffered greatly in its potentcy. Since, by the publishing of these press notices, our readers may expect some extraordinary reports of the Starr's performances, we believe we owe them some explanation. When Prof. Starr saw our report Tuesday of the Monday evening performance he sent Mr. Starr, jr., post haste to The Independent oilice to say that the copy for that report should have been submitted to Prof. Starr, so that if desired he could cut out "certain" words here, add others there and reconstruct the report to his liking. Mr. Starr, jr., said that the News had submitted its report and that the professor had, in the several changes he had made, cut out over a page of its copy. He said "the best papers in the country" had submitted to this form of being subsidized and insisted that The Independent follow in the same lines. The Independent entered a demurrer on this point and Mr. Starr, Jr., said in substance that the professor would rather not have the show reporteJ unless he could fix the copy Since we have no particular desire to encourage the public to spend its money with the Starrs we will therefore touch the matter briefly. Circuit Court. Case of State of Indiana vs. Cletus Corl, in which defendant was charged with assault and battery, was on trial before a jury Wednesday. The case of the State of Indiana vs. Cletus Corl for assault and battery was decided Wednesday. Corl was acquitted. Jerusa Price vs. Amos Price. Divorce granted but the subject of alimony not decided. What is known as the "Hean" trial of Sol Cavender vs. Jas. It. Vinnedge was on docket for yesterday afternoon. Willard K. Slough, of IJourbon, has commenced suit for divorce from his wife Martha A. on account, as he alledges, of unfaithfulness. Seene Not on the Hill. IJoriMioN, Ind., March 13. Last Friday, some time during the day, there drifted into our town the famous "Star Opera Company," from somewhere down close to the three corners. They made their appearance on the street about 1:'.i0 p. m. and played such beautiful music, consisting of three guitars, one violin, piccolo and horse fiddle, (three of of the musicians being ladies) that all the young men, and some that were not very young, made up their minds very quick that they must see the show, and there was such a scrambling for tickets by these young men that several ladies who were contemplating attending were forced to return home on account of all favorite seats especially on the front row, being occupied. When the curtain arose for the first act the silence in the hall was golden, when, without a moment's warning, the leading lady of "Stars" bounded upon the stage with such suddenness that one of our most prominent young men, Mr. Dode Demoss, went into hysterics and fell from his chair to the tloor, but with the assistance of Dr. W. A. Weiser, who was present, he was soon brought around all right and enjoyed the rest of the show immensely. During all this time "the show played on." IJetween the first and second acts Mr. Henry Ashton, who was in the front row of bald heads, thought things were not lively enough, when he espiod a large trombone which he quickly put to use by giving the appreciative audience a most interesting solo. When the next act was well under way one of the most beautiful of the "fair twinklers" told the audience that she "had only a few more kisses left with which to please the boys," whereupon Henry, fearing he wou'd not get his share, rushed toward the stage. Hut the other boys were not going to be left that way. Willard Lawrence grabbed Henry and held him back, while the lady properly fainted. The next moment Henry regretted his rash act, when Will Keller, Dutch Johnson, Gray Murphy, Bill Kehler, Ome Rob erts (the dude of the town), Hilly Lawrence, ,Oscar Baker and Charles Mattlngly promptly told him he had to kiss

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She And, Baron, bow are you getI ting on with Miss Moneybags? He Ah! vry nice indeed, tank you. She smile upon my suit. Ally Slouerthe fair lady once for each of them, or kiss them. Henry preferred the boys and did the job with good grace and loud smacks. Immediately after being kissed the boys called for drinks and all marched out in single file in the middle of an act, whittling "The Oirl I Left Behind Me." When they returned, the doors were locked and the "Stars'" had faded, thereby bringing to a close the amusing play entitled "Wiong Box." RUN OF BAD LUCK. Samuel O'ltrien. of Itourl'oii, Seems to He (iettiiiK More Than His shme. A gasoline explosion at the Central house in JJourbon at b o'clock Thursday morning precipitated a catastrophe that has sent Samuel O'Brien, the prorietor, to bed with two severely burned hands and added to the pain ot Mrs. O'Brien's illness that of some severe burns about the head and neck. Mrs. O'Brien has been sick about a week. In the preparation of remedies for the patient heat was required and as an easily portable gasoline stove was available it was brought into her room. The stove had been in use this morning and had been ''turned out." There was a leak, however, and when a match was again applied to the stove there was an explosion of gasoline gas followed by a blaze which enveloped the itove and reached to the ceiling. A blanket was thrown over the stove to smother the blaze, but it did not extinguish the fire at once and in the scramble that followed Mr. O'Brien had both hands badly burned, the left so badly that the llesh was almost ready to slough off. Mrs. O'Uiien was burned about the neck and had her hair badly scorched. Mr. O'Brien was put to bed and himself and wife are both being nursed back to health. Samuel O'Brien's sister at Leesburg is also reported sick. His mother at Pierceton is also sick and it is reported that she is hardly expected to live. The salvation Army. The services at the M. K. church Thursday were of marked interest and were listened to by a crowded house. The services, though appearing strange to a greater portion of the congregation present, were impressive. The music rendered by the band was appreciated and there is no doubt that their efforts here will be marked with success. Services every evening at 7:W and also m the afternoon at 2:30. Had for Tliaver. The assertion made by the South Bend Times, that "the candidacy of James S. Dodge for governor would have a tendency to diminish the vote in this district for Hon. 11. (1. Thayer," is correct. This was shown at the convention Thursday. The result will be that the republican candidate for governor will not be chosen from this section of the state. A nother Tiunie. Mr. Kd S. Pocock, formerly of this place, but recently located at Stewart -ville, Minn., has secured a position at the state hospital at Hochester, Minn. A letter from Mr.Pocock informs us that Mr. C. C. Wilt, who formerly resided in this city, was also connected with the same institute. He desires The Indki'KN'dknt sent to his address. A Clou Call. The high school building at Wabash was discovered to be on fire last Tuesday night, but by heroic efforts the building was saved. The lire originated from the furnace. The loss will be about $5,000. Reduced Bates to Hot Springs, Ark. The Vandalia Line has on sale excursion tickets, good ninety days, to the Famous Hot Springs af Arkansas, at very low aates. Hot Springs is the only health resort jwned, indorsed and conducted Ly the United States (lovemment. Climate like that of Italy. This is the best season to go. Over 300 hotels and board ing houses at rates to suit all visitors The hot waters have for fifty years been found unexcelled for the cure of rhu matism, blood and skin diseases, female complaints, troubles of the stomach liver and kidneys, insomnia, nervous prostration, etc. For illustrated pamphlets and full information call on nearest Vandalia Line Ticket Agent, or address. E. A. Fouh, (jonl. Passenger Agent, St. Louis, Mo.

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