Semi-weekly Independent, Volume 2, Number 43, Plymouth, Marshall County, 8 April 1896 — Page 4

(Ef?e3nbepenfcent ZIMMERMAN SMITH. Propr'a.

A. D. SMITH, General Manager. Office, Corner Oarro and Michigan Streets. Telephone, 84. sriJsClill'TIOX I'ltlCE. One Year, Siv Months. One Year, easli. Six Months, rash. Three Months, cah. Per Copy, .03 Entered at the ist otllce at Plymouth. Iu.Hana, as matter of the second class. WHY WK AUK IM-1 KT A I. LISTS. It i said by some of our friends that they cannot conceive why so many people are becoming bi-metallists. We would say to our single standard friends that there are many reasons why they are becoming favorably impressed with the double standard. The Independent is in favor of a double standard, and in its position honestly and fearlessly will advocate what we believe to be right fur the masses, standing above any party issue. Now, a great many may desire to know why we believe this to be right; for, when a newspaper decides in taking a position on any issue, if it is honest, it must produce evidence to show why it takes that position. We will give our readers one of the important reasons. Kspecially do we desire those who are inclined to believe j in the single gold standard to read carefully one of the reasons that made us first, last and always in favor ot returning to the position occupied by the government in regard to gold ami silver prior to Now, dear reader, be honest with yourself. Cast aside all party selfishness and read carefully the following quotations from a letter, the evidence of which has never been refuted or denied. This issue is greater than party; and it is the kind of education that the leaders of both the old parties have failed to teach; and we will venture the assertion and back it with a guarantee to present a ten dollar bill to the person that will show us a paper that is radically in favor of either of the old parties that ever published this appended circular. It was written in 1 ..!. The following circular was sent out to the bankers and brokers of Chicago by the secretary of a similar institution of Wall street, New York. IJead it carefully and conscientiously, and then decide in your loyal American heart which is the right course to pursue and follow it out by acfion. Mr. II. Zimmerman, the secretary of this bankers' association, after dwelling upon the banking condition of Kngland, got down to business by throwing off the mask, and wrote as follows: " Out of all this disorder a better and sounder condition of affairs will be developed by the imperialism of capital, but the process of reaching that basis will inevitably be slow, tedious and costly. A üold hams foi: money circulation must first be established. We must proceed with caution and guard well every move made, for the lower orders of the people are already showing signs of restless commotion. Prudence will therefore dictate a policy of apparent yielding to the popular will, until all of our plans are so far consummated that we can declare our designs without fear of any organized resistance. The Farmers Alliance and Knights of Labor in the United States should be carefully watched by our trusted men, and we must take immediate steps to either control these organizations in our interest, or to disrupt them. Capital must protect itself in every possible manner, through combination and legislation. The courts must be called to our aid, debts must be collected, bonds and mortgages foreclosed as rapidly as possible. When, through process of law, the common people have lost their homes they will be more tractable andfasily governed through the inlluence of the strong arm of government applied by a central power of imperial wealth under the control of leading financiers. A people without homes will not quarrel with their rulers. History repeats itself in regular cycles; this truth is well known amonsr our principal men now engaged in forming an imperialism of capital to govern the world. While they are doing this, the people must be kept in a condition of antagonism. The question of tar i IT reform must be urged through the organization known as the democratic party. And the question of protection with reciprocity must be forced to public view through the republican party. liy thus dividing the- voters we can get them to expend their energies in lighting each other over questions of no importance to us, except as tethers to lead the common herd. Thus, by discreet action, we can secure all that has been so generously planned, and thus far successfully accomplished. ISignedJ II. Zimmerman, Secretary. We would ask you, reader, how they have succeeded since 18'J2. How lias it been with all unions? How about mortgages; about the antagonism among the people; and also the centralization of wealth? How about the two old

parties, re-.ntling the tanlT issues and reciprocity 'i

Think of these things, fellow citizens, and then have the manhood to act. ,5 DRSERVATIONS. When the beautiful spring-like weather swooped down on us a few days ago, it produced some remarkable results. Along political lines it caused the painful silence that has been very marked, especially regarding our crming city election, to be broken. But as we interviewed, we found out that there were a few people aware of the needs of the hour and had been doing considerable thinking. V We have heard it mentioned that Alderman Tibbetts whose otlicial life expires this spring, has not designated whether he will become a candidate or not. I3ut notwithstanding this fact his name is mentioned quite freely by a large number of citizens who reside in his ward. We believe Alderman Tibbetts is allnght.and would be glad to see him re-elected. He has, in the opinion of The Independent, discharged his duties in au honest and impartial manner. While there are a great many citizens in his ward who no doubt would serve the city as faithfully, yet the proof of his interest in the city's welfare, and the laying aside of political partisan bickerings, has given him prestige in the eyes of those who believe in conducting municipal affairs of our city on a non-partisian basis. We were informed that the Second ward is contemplating the placi ng of aldermanic honors upon Theo.Cressner Now that would do tirst-rate. MrCressner is a man who believes in progress and push, and yet in the capacity of alderman could be guided by the finances of our city. "There are others,'' we understand, but we have not learned who they are from a reliable source. And while we are talking along this line we remember that we have heard the name of Adam Wise referred to as an excellent one to represent the people of the Third ward. We must admit we like Adam. He is a progressive young man, and we believe he has his heart in the right place, regarding improvements needed on the South side, and by the way no doubt would sanction the production of a "stone pile." Yes, Adam Wise is all right. V , Vet when we get over on the South side we discover so much available timber that we do not know where to stop. There is A. L. Dickinson, an exceptionally Cne piece of timber for a councilman, and a man who would favor all the necessary improvements and yet give his attention to a judicious management of the city affairs. Mrf Dickinson is a man of good judgment and if elected to take a position with the honorable council would no doubt serve his constituents well. We thought we would stop at this point in regard to the South side, and no doubt, would have passed on, had not a representative of that district said: "What's the matter with J. X. Wilson?" Well, there's nothing the matter with him. "He's all right!" A man of sterling business ability and just the man for alderman. And for that matter there is a large number such in that part of the city. The reports regarding the retiring alderman, Mr. JIailey, being a candi date is somewhat mixed. It is said by some that he is "in the hands of hi3 friends" and if they desired his services for another term he would accept. But it would necessitate the same kind of spirit as is sa.'d must be manifested by (len. Harrison's friends if they tender him the nomination for the presi dency. Then, there is the would-lxi Fourth ward. That is the sticker. Ot course, if the court knocks the wind out of its sail, which our republican friends say is sure to be done, it will not need any representation. But if it proves to be a "sticker," there will probably be O'Keefe and Maxey to attend to the business that that side of town will need and there is but little doubt that they can handle it all right. Jlut still these observations are only light Hashes upon the canvass of a small municipal horizon. Our spring election will soon be upon us and will sink into insignificance in comparison to the two great contending political armies that will soon be arrayed against each other. The action of tho city council at its last Saturday night'a meeting is surely commendable. It took a turn that would no doubt take the breath of some of the old, staid people of our city. Of course some of our people who have a scarcity of bile on their stomachs, caused, no doubt, by an inactive liver, might say it was done for political buncombe, and, for all we know, it may

be. We are a sort of innocent set of fellows along these lines. It was emphatically stated that the water works system must be improved. How to do this, is the question of importance. We observe that the council is along the right lines, but it is going to cost a little money. With the immense lake of water that underlies this

city there should to be no trouble in securing a suHicient supply of water for every purpose. This locality is blessed with the knowledge that the water is there, but there is one palpable tact: we have to go to it. Alderman Bailey went so far Satur day evening as to say that he would give a bond that he could secure sutlicient water, using the driven well system, to supply this city with all the water needed for all purposes for ?l,7G0. But, then, it would be the sate kind of water that is in use today, and according to the statements made by those who know the quality of the water used it has that mineral property that is well, if possible, to avoid. This was conclusively shown when the council was contemplating putting in meters. Manufacturers would not guarantee them to work successfully for more than W days. ' The principal subject that was mentioned last Saturday evening was that regarding the erection of a standpipe. The most serviceable, comp'ete, cheap and adequate water works system is where a standpipe is used. The truth of this assertion can be readily verified where these reservoirs are in use. Where they are used in connection with a system of water works the sure protection against fire is one of the city's boasts. When an alarm is given, whether there is steam enough to immediately start the pumps or not, sufficient pressure is ready for any immergency at all times. 4c It is the cheapest, as only one engineer is needed to do the work, and the most important feature in connection with the cheapness is, that with a competent man in charge, in the saving of fuel and wear and tear on machinery, a standpipe could be almost paid for in live or six years. The system of water works with a standpipe is the most economical and gives more universal satisfaction than any direct pressure system ever produced for a small city. We are glad to see this matter brought out and hope our council will immediately proceed to give the relief needed to our city. We perceive that our council is determined vO stick with the mayor in his desire to enforce the law regarding the working of road taxes. This is one of the methods adopted throughout the United SUtes to secure good roads without a heavy tax levy, and it is no more than right that the man who is entitled to cast a vote should be willing to assist in keeping the roads in good condition. There is no doubt that the mayor means business and the council proposes to stick to him through thick and thin. V While speaking about working the roads, we have frequently observed that the dear womeu who are in favor of woman's suffrage never speak of this important subject. They should consider this matter seriously for when the law entitling them o equal suffrage with men is enacted they will of course be under equal obligations with men to attend to this little necessity. We have heard of several married men in 1'lymouth who have entered into a compact to not furnish their wives with the necessary funds to liquidate this little obligation. ADDITIONAL LOCAL. Tom Voreis, of (ireen township, who has been seriously ill for some time, is reported as having taken a decided change for improvement. lie is under the care of Dr. Viets. It is stated that there are at the present time, no less than 0,000 oil wells in this state, and the industry is only in its infancy. It is believed the territory yet to developed is very large. Valparaiso Star: The funeral of Miss Amelia JJoye took place Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from Lutheran church, llev. Kehwaldt oiriciating. The interment took place at Maplewood. The service were largely attended and the tloral offerings most beautiful. Valparaiso Star: Dr. J. S. liaker and wife, of Plymouth, who have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Leonard, will return home tomorrow. Dr. J faker has been duck hunting on the Tinkerton marsh near the Kankakee river, and returned last evening with twelve ducks, four geese and a few smaller birds. It is said that Otto Albert and Kollo Hennett had a cinch on the feminine loveliness at North Manchester, Sunday last. It seems that these two representative young men were the only ones in the party who were invited out to participate in an excellent Easter dinner, and since their return home the other fellows, who were left out in the cold, have been trying to put up a job on them. Up to date it is reported that they have not succeeded. It is quietly

said, though, that Kendall ate so much ice cream that his mouth has shrunken considerable and he is now afraid to give a hearty laugh.

REPAIR SHOP. - . UMBRELLAS Repaired and Re-covered. StOV6 Repairing of all kinds. . Stoves also stored during summer with best care at reasonable prices. We will remove them in the spring and replace lH them in the fall. General Repair Work of every description at low prices. Gasoline and oil stove cleaning and repairing a spe-! cialtv. Jno. S. Gast & Bro. East llasement lioom, Model lilock. JOHN W. PARKS, ATTORSEY-AT-LAW. Plymouth, IikI. OrriCI:;--Park's Law BuiLHng. tiarro St. Si-k i altv. Having ha! twenty years active txierl'iice in ine sett lenient of lieeedeiit rotates, the management of (jiiartlianships, and in determining the rights of persons under the laws of descent, 1 shall continue to give that branch f the practice of the law my special fre und attention A Sound Objection is justly taken when you purchase a musical instrument and find it doesn't come up to the guarantee. Too careful judgment cannot be exercised in the selection of these necessities. If you are a musician you want the best, and you don't want to give too much "for what you get, either. We keep a full stock of pianos, organs, piccolos; all of standard makes and bargains. Sheet Music a Specialty. :,000 copies at 10c. each. Eye Tests and Spectacles a Specialty at 5 doors north of Postoffice. K. SPANGLE, JEWELER and OPTICIAN, VAXIIAL.IA LINK TIME TABLE, In Kflect June 10. l85. Trains leave Plymouth KOK THK OKT1I. No. M. Kx. Sun 12:14 p. ni. for St. Joseph. fin, Kx. Sun 7:M. in. " W, Kx. Suu....l0:us p. in. South Itend. KOK THK SOUTH. No. PI, Kx. Sun 5:23 a. m. for Terre Haute M, Kx. Sun....l'-':.ro p. in. ' 57, Kx. Sun... 7:27 p. in. " Lotcausport. For complete Time Card, giving; all trains and stations, and for full Information as to rules tliroutfli cars, etc., address T. A. DOWN'S. Agent. l lvnioutli, lud Or A. FORI). Ceneral Passenger Aent. St. Louts Mo. R R. Regular Passenger Train service ojcrated he tween Streator 111., and South Head, Ind. Elegant new equipment and fast time. West bound train No l leaves South Bend at 7 mm) a. in., arriving at Streator at 11:50 a. in. Käst hound train No '2 leaves Streator at G: 15 a. in., arriving atSoutli Itend 11:15 a. m. Following freight trains will carry passengers. West bound. Nos. 7 and 8 from all stations. No 13 between South Bend :Mid North Judson. Kast bound. Nos. 8 and lo between all stations. So 12 from Kankakee to Shelby and Wheatland. No 14 from Streater. Dwight and Kankakee to Momence. TKAIN.S I.RAVK WALK KKTON WK.ST BOUND. No. 1. Mall and Kx press, No, v, Iach. No. 13. Freight. 7:44 a in 8:25 a m 7:25 pin KAST BOUNP. No, 2. Mailand Express. No. 10, jAeal, 10:39 a 111 S :M p III Trains No. 1. 2,7. 12. 13 and 14 dally. Trains 6, rt, 9 and 10 daily except Sunday. 1 ickets can be had for all principal points. For rates and Information applyto V. 0. Shout, Agent, Walkortou. 8. S. Whitehead U. F. a.

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NEW SPRING GOODS IX ALL DEPAKTMENTS.

A line line of new Percales for waits; also a line line of new Shirt Waists, etc. l.inen for dresses with linen emb oidery to match. Linen effects m cotton goods. l)imttes. Lawns and other new spring goods too numerous to mention. It will pay you to make a visit to The Chicago Store and see them. And we have a lot of Hoys' Suits, sit-s from 1 to 1 ears, that we will close out. if low prices will d it. We are offering any of them at Cost and Some of them Below Cost. Tome and see them before tmvniir.

SHOES. We

The shoes ttiat we are cutting ttie prices on are the Plout Shoes and Brooks Brothers Fine Shoes for Ladies. We yie cutting the price at about the middle. $4.00 Shoes go at $119; $3.50 Shoes go at $1.93. We are als cutting the prices on the . L. Douglass and Fargo Metis Fine Shoes. These bhoes are all the best makes. People who buy thvm do not take chances, but get Kood shoes every time. Try a pair of them a"? id cjet a bin dollars' worth.

CHICAGO STORE,

THIS week we are torn up by having piper-hangers at work over our heads at our store. This will brighten up ur place so much that we will endure it tor a week, and while this is being done will re arrange our goods so as to better display them. Vet all this extra work will not hinder us from serving our customers with promptness and dispatch. We have secured the services of Mr. Harry Huge, who will take charge of the delivery department of our store and will take care of all orders given him while out from the store on business. All our goods are guaranteed to give satisfaction, unless otherwise stated when sold, and any goods not proving so we want our trade to let us know and we will call for them and refund the price. Kspecial attention is given to orders sent to our store in care of children. (live us a trial and let us prove our statements. W. l. LHONARI).

No other house In this city ever DID WILL or CAN sell such sterling QUALITIES at such LOW prices as WE quote.

SPRING OPENING. We are ready to welcome you to our store. We have an entirely new stock of the finest ready-to-wear clothing for men, boys and children. Pi iv,r..are the lowest, by far, in the county. We are going to build up a big trade this spring by selling the finest goods at way down prices. Men's 5uits, $3.75 up. Boy's Suits, $3.00 up. Children's Suits, 75c up.

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Special good things in pants for all sizes. Don't forgot our hats and furnishings of all descriptions. Always the newest things at

The Only OncPrice Out-Fitters in the County.

IOS Michigan Street, JAS. K. HOUuHTON, Prosecuting Attorney Collections, Depositions and Civil Business Attended to Promptly. Brazilian Balm cures colds, old coughs, croup, bronchitis and plaurisj Tik mafic For sale at Peoples' drug store.

STORE,

LOW PRICES. Are Still Slaughtering the Prices on Shoes. K. M. AXIS. Proprietor. t t PLYMOUTH ISDIANA. Tadaypalv Veeraragava Roy, (Mil loo NatloriRllt) ) Physician and Surgeon, Treats all itl.'iises of Men ana Women. Obstetrics hikI Cancer a specialty. Medicines furnished, t alls answered promptly, day or Olllee In Parks' Law HutUling on Carre St. itesuience. nrsi nouse norm oi rreuyieriau c mi re it. 011 aiuui siret'i. l)irKl-K Iliti'H: From S to 1 m f to Kit. in.; 7 to v p. in,; Sundays at borne.

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