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Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
THE SPRING ELECTION.
The silence that Peryades the Atmosphere
Denotes Something.

The silence that Pervades the Atmosphere
Denotes Something.
1t is but a short time until the cleo
ton of aldermen for the coming year
will take place. The movements of the
opposing factions are as silent as the
changing OF the seasons. While there
seems to be no outward demonstration
there is but little doubt that the party
leaders are preparing for bitter fight.
THE 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 consciensclouslyd dis
charge their duties as councilmen with
out one thought regarding their party
affiliations. Such are the men we desire
to see nominated for the positions OF
councilmen of our city and THE INDIE
PENDENT will support such candidates
as far as lies within its power.
THE INDEPENDENT has always advo
Gated the laying aside of party bicker-
ings when 1t 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 large measure
at least.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21

months and % days old. In 1913 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 1862 they
moved to Marshall county, Indiana,
where they have resisded until his
death, which occurred Saturday, March
Ii, 1896, at = o'clock. The deceased
leaves 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, Rev. +. u.
Howard, officiating. 1t was the largest
gathering ever seen at the church.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
Attempted BlackmaiI.

For several days rumor has been
prevalent in this city to the effect that
a woman of this place, protesting to
have given birth to a babe on the train
between here and Plymouth, had at
tempted to blackmail its reputed
father, also q resident of Warsaw. We
were unable to trace the rumor to any
authentic source; but we heard it
stated that child was borrowed for
the occasion, fact that was developed
after the claim for damage had been
made. We only sllude to the above,
not for the purpose of telling the story,
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. 1t is only those whose
conduct is of that character that such
a charge would have at least the ap-
pearance of truthfullness when made
Tuesdays Warsaw Times.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
Circuit Cnurt.

Case of State of Indiana VS. Cletus
Corl, in which defendant was charged
with assault and battery, was on trial
before jury Wednesday.
The case of the State of Indiana VS..
Cletus Corl for assault and battery was
decided W ednesday. COrl was acquitted
Jerusa Price VS.. Amos Price. Di-
vorce granted but the subject of ali
mony not decided.
What is known as the "Bean" trial of
Sol Lavender VS.. Jas. II. Vinnedge was
on docket for yesterday afternoon.
Willard +. Slough, of Bourbon, has
commenced suit for divorce from his
wife Martha A. on account, as he
alledges, of unfaithfulness.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
A Meeting Held.

Thursday night the committee of the
Business Mems Association, VINO are
looking up the prospects of the loca-
ton of factory in Plymouth, met to
discuss tne matter 1t was decided
that the time gwen was not sufficient,
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 immedi-
ately 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 peo-
pie will know just what is expected of
them and no time will be lost by the
committee in making explanations, and
great deal of valuable time will be
saved.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
METHODS OF THE STAIRS.

Not satisfied to Have Their Performances
Reported by Newspapers Unless
They Can Edit Copy.
Last week THE INDEPENDENT made
arrangements with the advance agent
of Prof. Starr to make special reports
of the performances of the STAIRS, who
are billed for the opera house the bal.
ance of this week. In consideration of
such reports, requiring the attendance
of reporter at every entertainment
the STAIRS were willing to and did agree
to pay certain compensation, it being
understood, however, that the reports
were to be only such as could be truth.
fully and honestly made on the merits
of the show. The matter already pub
lished by THE INDEPENDENT for these
people has been largely in the way of
press comments of cities at which they
have recently exhibited. These COM
ments appeared highly plimentary,
Dut olHCC VIC nave iCoiiCu, WlliCu VIC
did Tuesday, that Prof. Starr insists
on reading and editing" the reporter
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 STAIRS
performances, we believe we owe them
some explanation.
When Prof. Starr saw our report
Tuesday of the Monday evening per-
Torrance he sent Mr.. Starr, jr., post
haste to The INDEPENDENT office to
say that the copy for that report should
have been submitted to Prof. Starr, so
that If desired be could cut out certain"
words here, add others there and re-
construct the report to his liking Mr..
Starr, jr., said that the News had sub
mitted its report and that the professor
had, in the several changes he had
made, cut out over page OF its copy.
He said "the best papers in the coun-
try" had submitted to this form of be-
ing 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 re-
porte1 unless he could fix the copy
Since we have no particular desire to
encourage the public to spend its
money with the STAIRS we will there
fore touch the matter briefly.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21

At II o'clock Thursday night fire was
discovered in the rear end of the Res
titution office, on Adams street, owned
by a. X. Underw God, publisher for the
Christian Publishing Association.
The fire company readily responded
to the call, but the fire had gained such
Roadway that almost everything was
destroyed. \ few cases of type and
some books were the only things saved.
There was no press in the shop, the
Democrat having done their press
work.
The contents of the Office were in
sured in the Milwaukee Mechanic ms.
Co. for 500, while the building carried
$500 policy in Concordia ms. Co.,
making the total insurance of S1,275,
which will doubtless cover most of the
loss.
Steps will be taken at once to re
establish the office.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
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 candidate for
president on that ticket. While there
is net 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 ovcrtures made by
President Cleveland.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21

Last Tuesday night John p. ID. John
who lectured at the NJ +. church in this
city, Oh Wednesday evening delivered
the same excellent lecture at the NJ. f.
church at Valparaiso. 1t was given
there under the auspices of the Junior
Epworth League, and the Star of that
city says they were out ten dollars. TIC
those who heard this brilliant man in
our city as well as Valparaiso, arises in
their mind the question why such in.
structive lectures receive such support
This same lecture in our city did not
receive the encouragement it was en-
titled to.
Are the people of our country degen-
Grating? To thoughtful student of
humanity it surely appears so. The
same evening that DIR. John delivered
his lecture in Plymouth, Prof. Starr
with his entertainment along the line
of spiritualism and slight of hand per-
Torrance was i'll our city, and enter
tanned 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 intel
lectual treats.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
The salvation Army.

The services at the NJ. +. church
Thursday were of marked interest and
were listened to by a crowded house.
The services, though appearing strange
to greater portion of the congregation
present, were impressive. The music
rendered by the band was appre-
ciated and there is no doubt that their
efforts here will be marked with sue
cess. Services every evening at 100
and also IN the afternoon at 2:30.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
Reduced Rates to Hot Springs, Ark

Reduced Rates TO hot Springs, ARK.
The Vandalia Line has on sale excur-
sion tickets, good ninety days, to the Fa-
nous Hot Springs af Arkansas, at very
low aates.
Hot Springs is the only health resort
owned, Endorsed and conducted ty the
United States Government. Climate
like that of Italy. This is the best sea-
son to go. Over 300 hotels and DO ard
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
prOstratlOn, etc.
For illustrated pamphlets and full in
formation call on nearest Vandalia Line
Ticket Agent. or address.
+. A. FORD,
Genl. Passenger Agent,
ST. LOUIS. Mo.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
TERRIFIC BOILER EXPLOSION.
Boiler Completely Wrecked-No One Ser
iously Injured.

Boiler Completely Wrecked-No One SER
iously Injured.
The steam boiler in Andrew Pitman's
saw mill, situated about midway be-
tween this city and Bremen, exploded
with terrific force about o'clock
Wednesday. None of the four or
five 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 consider
able area. Aside from the total wreck
ing of the boiler there was little dam
age 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.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
Lost His Head.

The insulting remarks made by the
would-be exposer of splritualiam,
against THE INDEPENDENT Thursday
evening, does not in the least ruflle our
temper. 1t only shows how far man
can go and still remain in his own
estimation a gentleman. THE INDIE
PENDENT has the right to admit to its
columns whatever it sees fit, and gives
no man the privilege of debating" an
article so as to further help him gull
the people.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
Bad for Thayer.

The assertion made by the South
Bend Times, that "the candidacy
of James 5. Dodge for governor would
have tendency to diminish the vote
in this district for Hon. H. q. Thayer,
is correct. This was shown at the con
vention Thursday. The result will be
that the republican candidate for gov
ernor will not be chosen from this sec
ton of the state.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
Scene, Not on the Bills.

BOURBON, Ind, March 13.-Last Fri
day, 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 7:30 p. m. and played such beau
tiful 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 S ee
the show, and there was such a scram-
bling for tickets by these young men
that several ladies who were contem
plating attending were forced to return
home on account of all favorlte seats
especially on the front row, being occu.
pied.
When the curtain arose for the first
act the silence in the hall was golden,
when, without moments 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 Mysteries
and fell from his chair to the floor, 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. Dur
ing all this time "the show played on
Between 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 espied a
large trombone which he quickly
put to use by giving the appreciative
audience 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
chad only a few more kisses left with
which to please the boys whereupon
Henry, fearing he would not get his
share. rushed toward the stage. But
the other boys were not going to be
left that way. Willard Lawrence
grabbed Henry and held him back,
while the lady properly tainted. The
next moment Henry regretted his rash
act, when Will Keller, Dutch johnson,
Gray Murphy, Bill Keller, Orvie Rob
erts (the dude of the town, Billy Law
renee, Oscar Baker and Charles Mat.
tingly promptly told him he had to kiss
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
RUN OF BAD LUCK.
samuel O'Brien. of Bourbon, seems to BE
Getting More Than His share

Getting More Than His share.
A gasoline explosion at the Central
house in Bourbon at o'clock Thursday
morning precipitated a catastrophe that
has sent Samuel OBrien, the pro-
rietor, to bed with two severely burned
hands and added to the pain of 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 leak, however, and when a match
was again applied to the stove there
was an explosion of gasoline gas fol-
lowed by a blaze which enveloped the
stove and reached to the ceiling. A
blanket was thrown over the stove TO
smother the blaze, but it did not ex-
tinguish the fire at once and in the
scramble that followed Mr.. O'Brien had
both hands badly burned, the left SO
badly that the flesh was almost ready
to slough off. Mrs. O'Brien 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.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
The Fourth.

Arrangements are being made for a
big Fourth of July celebration at Culver
City this year. There will be horse
racing on the fair grounds, with tempt
ing purses guaranteeing good days
sport. What is Plymouth going to do
about the Fourth?
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21

The following was sent to THE In
DEPENDENT for publication;
Barnet Adamson was called to join
the great majority, after q long and
painful illness. lie lived near Maxen-
kuckee, and was highly appreciated
IS being citizen of great personal
ties, which characterized him as a
grand, good neighbor, and whole-soul-
cd citizen of the community.
He was born Nov. l6, 1928, in Gallie
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
Another Change,

Mr.. Ed ). Pocock, formerly of this
place, but recently located at Stewart
vile, Mimi, has secured a position at
the state hospital at Rochester,
MINI. 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. lie desires
THE INDEPENDENT sent to his ad-
dress.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21

Last Friday Mrs. Nelson Hite, bed
ridden invalid who had been left all
alone at her residence 3 miles east OF
Millersburg, Elkhart county, would
have burned to death but for the ap
pearance of tramp who not only
saved her from the burning residence
but also got out nearly everything ex
cept the stove. He modestly went hi:
way without giving his name.-Valpa
raiso Messenger.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21

The Rochester telephone line has
been completed, and is now connected
with the Plymouth exchange. 1t might
be of interest to those who are subscri-
bers to our home exchange TO know
that it will cost % cents to use the new
line.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
As Others See Us.
Valparaiso Messenger


The warm place beer holds in the
hearts of Plymouth people is shown by
the fact that Rev. Lands visited 3l4
voters with remonstrance against
saloon and only 40 of them would
sign
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21
A Close Call.

The high school building at Wabash
was discovered to be on fire last Tues
day night, but by heroic efforts the
building was saved. The fire originated
from the furnace. The loss will be
about 5000.
Semi-weekly independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1895-1897, 1896-03-21

the 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, viii sting "The Girl | Left Behind
Me-" When they returned, the doors
were locked and the stars had faded,
thereby bringing to close the amusing
play entitled "Wlong Box
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
ORDINANCE NO. 232,

To regulate the speed at which bi- cycles may be ridden in the streets of bhe City of Phoenix
 The Common Council of Phoenix do ordain as follows:
 Section 1. Any person or persons who shall ride any bicycle, upon and through the streets of the. City of Phoenix, at a rate of speed to exceed eight miles per hour, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon con- viction thereof shall be fined in sum not less than five dollars nor more luhan fifty dollars, and in case said fine is not paid, the person or persons convicted, shall be imprisoned in the City Jail until said fine is satisfied at the rate of one days imprisonment for each dollar of said fine.
 Sec. 2. This ordinance to be in force and effect from and after it's passage and publication according to law.
 Passed by the Common Council this Sd day of October, 1896
 Approved this Sd day of October, 1896. J.D. MONIHON,
 Attest: Mayor
 T. A. JOBS, City Recorder.
 First published in The Arizona Re- publican, official city paper, October 10, 1896.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
GOOD ADVICE.

Two weeks from next Tuesday you want to go to the polls, take an official ballot, go into one of the booths, out of sight of the curious throng, and make just one cross at the head of the column marked Republican When you have done this and the ballot has been voted, you can go home with a clear conscience and the knowledge that you have assisted in securing good, economical government for the county for two years at least.-Arizona Citizen.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
MEXICAN CENTRAL RAILWAY.

From the sea to the clouds. Passing modern cities and ancient monuments Standard gauge in everything man, agement, ideas and treatment of pa irons. The only line in the republic running Pullman palace buffet sleep ing cars between the capital and points in the United States. Cheap rates and prompt service. For full particulars call on or address J. F. Donohoe, Commercial agent, Fl Paso, Texas.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
HON. A. J. DORIAN MEETINGS.

Hon. A. J. Doran, Republican nomi- nee for delegate to congress, will hold meetings at the following places on the dates given:
 Clifton, October 26.
 Thatcher, October 27.
 Globe, October 29.
 Yuma, October 31.
 Phoenix, November 2.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
CHEAP RATES TO DENER VIA s
 F. P. & P.

Commencing October 20, 1896, and until further notice, we will sell round trip tickets to Denver, good three months, at rate of s75. This is the standard route, connections sure, time the best, and is the only direct line east. City ticket office, A West Washington street. B. w. Gillett, general agent.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS,

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been used for children teething. It soothes the child, softens the gums, allays all pain, cures wind collie and is the best remedy for diarrboea Twenty five cents bottle
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
TO TRAVELLERS.

Quickest time, best service, through sleepers, buffet library cars, dining cars (meals "a la carte') pintsch gas light; best accommodations in every way-over the Union Pacific, of course
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25

? Popu|ar " ants.

O PANY, 349 Wilcox building, Los Angeles, Cal. keep this paper on fife and receive adver- tisements at our lowest rates. Arizona adver- tisers should send tor their free circulars on advertising.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25

WTANTED-A position in a private family w to do cooking or general housekeeping by first class worker. Apply at Marks lod- ging house, corner of Second and Madison Sts
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25

Kansas City and return, $S0; St. Louis and return, s92; Memphis and re- turn, s92; New Orleans and return, s92; Chicago and return, $1OO. Good for six months. Marcopa & Phoenix & Salt River Valley Railroad company.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25

STOP AT THE WILLIAMS ROUsE, MARI O copa, while waiting for tie train. Good accOmmodationserd d excellent table.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25

WANTED-A position by first-class cook
 w wom an who comes well recommended Apply at West End house.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25

MRs. M. E. SPOONER, proprletress of the MI Hayden Hotel has a most delightful home for ladies stopping in Tempe as well as gentlemen. The only ladies hotel inTempe.
Arizona republican., 1896-10-25
WE CAN SAVE YOU TIME

And time is money. The Union Pa cific makes the quickest time to nearly all points east, also to all principal points west. Geo. Ady, general agent, 941 Seventeenth street, Denver.