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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Col. Christian c. Schroeder. representa-
tive from vanderburg county, who was a
member of Governor Mounts military staff,
was profoundly moved by the information
of his chiefs sudden death last night.
"Of course the death of Governor Mount
is a great shock to US ALL" said Represent
alive Schroeder, land especially to us
who were associated with him so recently.
only night before last, as members of his
staff. And the State, feel sure, will take
his death as serious loss, as / know that
Governor Mount had closed up a most
successful and honorable career as the chief
executive of Indiana. To be taken away
in this manner, right at the close of his
great public career is certainly tragic in
the highest degree" Colonel Schroeder
called attention to the fact that the death
of Governor Mount leaves the State once
more, as has so frequently been the case
in its history, without a living Ex-Governor.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
COL. WILSON'S TRIBUTE.



Col. Charles z. Wilson. who was secre-
tary to Governor Mount during his four
years as Governor, and was very close to
him, said last night:
81 knew Governor Mount from my earliest
boyhood, and our relations have always
been of a close and most agreeable ma
trre. He was one of the best men
have ever known. There was not a mean
trait in his character. He was magnani-
nous to degree, and considerable to
fault. His conscience was with him a.
ways. This was illustrated by a simple
incident on yesterday. He was cleaning
out his desk preparatory TO returning to
his farm. and he came TO my room with
a number of postage stamps. L said to
him. Why not keep them?" and he re-
Piled: They are not mine; this is the
property of the State" Again l said to
him to take with him some of the official
letter heads that he had been using during
the whole term of his office, and he made
the same reply, This is not mine: ii is
the property of the State of Indiana He
was uniformly kind, especially to the en-
ployes of the office. and only this morning
he gave a parting letter to each one over
flowing with affection.
He was enthusiastic in everything he
undertook and labcred necessarily. He was
often imposed upon. and his Kindness of
heart which led him to admit anybody and
everybody TO his presence frequently
caused him - break down. The truth is,
he was literally worked AMI worried to
death. He said to me only an hour or two
before mis- death that he felt relieved of a
great responsibility. and he looked forward
10 his return to his farm with the great test
pleasure. He had no further political am
bition.
HE was altogether content with his one
term as Governor, and earnestly and sin
cerely longsa for the peace and comfort
and quiet of his country home. | was at
his bedside just before he breathed his last,
and realized the stunning truth that the
man who passed away so suddenly was one
OF the best and most faithful friends ever
knew
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Mr.. Mount was not prominently identi-
fed with any secret orders though he was
a member of the Knights of Pythias
lodge at Darlington and also of the Grand
vile.
The officers OF all knights of Pythias
lodges are requested to meet at IL O'Clock
this morning at the office of Frank Bowers
grand keeper Of records and seals, in the
Fitzgerald building. for the purpose of TAX
ing appropriate action relative to the death
OF Mr.. Mount and the arrangements fol
the funeral The members-of Mr.. Mounts
lodge at Darlington were in communications
with members OF the local lodges last night
for the purpose of joining in the work OF
arranging for the funeral.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

scores OF citizens who were preparing to
attend the reception to Governor Durbin
at the Anderson Club. Expressions of pro-
found sorrow are heard on every side
Governor Durbin was overwhelmed by the
news, which had been telephoned to him
by Private Secretary Colonel Wilson at the
by Private Secretary Wilson and confirmed
few minutes later by telegraph.
Ex-Secretary of State Myers said: rs it
poSsible? Ii cannot be. He was a great
man-far above the average He was hon
est, fearless and courageous. and a most
pleasant gentleman. / met him frequently
during the first year of his administration
and l found him careful and painstaking
as an official His administration was clean
and honorable. L sincerely mourn his loss
TO the citizenship of the State"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
A NEIGHBOR.s WORDS.
Frank nj. Dice Tells of a Converse
ton with ME-. Mount

Frank M. Dice. of Charlottesville. one of
Governor Mounts oldest acquaintance and
personal friends, was talking to the Gov
ernor in front OF Governor Durbin's office
q few minutes before o'clock yesterday
afternoon. The Governor was in the best
of spirits and talked of returning to his
farm in Montgomery county. He told Mr.
Dice that he was glad his duties as Gov
ernor of Indiana were over, that he felt
a great relief and was delighted over the
prospects of returning to his far.Ss.
Leopold Levy, treasurer of state, talked
with Governor Mount late yesterday aft
ernoon. He was then standing in front
OF the door Of the Governors office. Mr.
Levy approached him to personally thank
him for pardoning Thomas Bloom, of Hunt
ir gton, who had been sentenced to prison
for an alleged murder. Bloom had been
troubled by thieves and shot a man in hts
yard one night who was proving about
the premises. The neighbors sympathized
with Bloom and yesterday Mr.. Levy told
Mr.. Mount he felt grateful and thought he
had done the right thing The Governor
replied that he believed he had and was
glad TO release a man when there was a
promise that he would become good,
substantial citizen. They also talked about
other subjects and. in many other in
stances, the conversation turned to the
Governors farm and his expressing a de-
sire TO return home. The pardoning OF
Bloom was Governor Mounts last official
act.
Tuesday Governor Mount was In the
business office OF the Journal talking with
one of the proprietors of the paper and
Senator Binkley. OF Richmond At that
time his conversation was about being
free from official duties and returning TO
his farm. He said he now owned $50 acres
OF good land in Montgomery county and
had what he thought TO be one of the
finest farms I'm the State. In joking man
ner the Governor was asked IL he planted
his potatoes in the light of the moon or
dark OF the moon. To this he replied Il
prefer TO plant my potatoes in the light
OF the moon. because when Ii is moonlight
the days are a little longer and 1 can get
a few more potatoes planted. AS for
superstition i have no use for any man
who believes In it, A man who is super
stitious is never progressive"
Mr.. Mount said that when he came home
from the army ne rented a farm and his
ambition then was 10 become the owner
OF eighty acres. After working hard his
ambition was realized and he said be then
became convinced that he could earn more.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
One of His Last Acts.

c. s. Plumb. of Purdue University. who
is il. the city attending the Wool Growers
meeting and is secretary of tie assccia-
ton. saie last night that Governor Mount
was at dis best when he delivered an adj
dress before that body. The Governor
spoke at 2:30 and was very enthusiastic in
hts speech and seemed to be particularly
happy over the privilege of addressing the
asso citation. In closing he said: 1T is the
hafpiest moment of my life to lay aside the
ez ecutive duties of the office of Governor
and return to my farm"
MIR Mount was elected president Of the
Wool Growers Association, but he had not
beer notified of the honor bestowed Upon
him He left shortly after delivering his
address. and, as the election was the last
thing OF the meeting, he did not know 1t
Ea6 chosen him as its chief officer.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Henry warrum, a prominent Democrat,
said last night:
Coming at this time, Governor Mount s
death has something dramatic about it.
Everybody will be sorry that he died, but
his life in the historic perspective has
closed in a manner which must solace his
friends in its suggestion of the heroic. He
had rounded out a great career such as
is open to ALL but enjoyed by few Ameri-
cans: and as he laid down his high Office
he laid down his life. He a fine type
OF citizenship, a man who lived close to
the earth, of democratic manners, shrewd
common sense, high honor and iaudable
ambition. For these reasons he was strong
with the common people and will be
mourned as he was loved by them"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
TRUE SERVANT OF THE PEOPLE.
Senator Albert j. Beveridge's Tribute
to the Late Governor.

Special to the indianapolis Journal
CINCINNATI, Jan. Ex-senator Albert
j. Beverage was on the train, route
TO Washington. when he learned Of the
death of Ex-Governor Mount. When seen
in his car here soon after o'clock this
evening, he said to the Journal corre-
spondent:
Il am dazed by this awful news For
three years l have known that Governor
Mount was dangerously taxing his strength
and l warned him of il. / never knew a
man who discharged his duties with such
anxious care; then, too his work for his
party on the stump was herculean. He
was a great Governor; he was a wise leg
islator; he was true servant of the peo-
pie. whom he understood and loved. and
which understood, loved and trusted him.
In the death of this noble man the people
have lost a steadfast friend and a fearless
champion. Indiana's pride of memory will
be as lofty as her sorrow will be pro-
found"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
Frank e. Burrse,s Tribute.

The following is Frank B. Burkes esti-
mate of Governor Mount: 'I have known
Governor Mount since 1889. We both sat
as members of the Indiana State Senate in
the session of 1ss9-91. He was devoted to
the interests of the farmers. He was an
honest and conscientious legislator. He
was a believer i'm constitutional govern
ment, and as Governor faithfully kept his
oath to support the Constitution of the
State of Indiana. He exacted the best serv-
ice OF those whom he appointed to office
AS a result the State institutions during
his official term were free from partisan
corruption. He believed in God, man and
the State of Indiana. He practiced his re-
Iigion, loved man and honored his State.
He was a conscientious official and an hon.
est man.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
WEATHER FORECAST.
Colder I'm Central Indiana, with
Northwesterly Winds.

WASHINGTON. JAM 1s-Forecast for
Thursday and Friday:
For Ohio-Fair on Thursday, except
eloudiness and local SHOWS along the north
eastern lake shore; colder in eastern and
southern portions; northwesterly winds
brisk to high on the lake. Friday fair, ex-
cept occasional SHOWS along the north
eastern lake shore.
For Indiana and Illinois-Fair on Thurs
day and Friday; colder in central portions
on Thursday: northwesterly winds, brisk
to high On lake
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
ALoss to the state.

r. o. Hawkins said of Governor Mount:
His administration as Governor was
creditable one to his State and to his party.
He was conscientious man. He had the
courage of his convictions and insisted on
what he believed to be right in the dis
charge of his official duties. w--hout favor
itism. His death is a very great loss to the
State and to his party"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
Capt. w. e. EnsIi-h.. statement.

Capt. William E. English last night paid
the following tribute to the dead ex-Gov-
ernor: I'm the death of Governor Mount
the State has lost one of her best citizens.
He was man OF strong and forceful char
acter and had the courage of his convic-
tions. During his administration 1 became
Intimately acquainted with Governor
Mount and the better | learned to know
him the more / appreciated and admired his
sterling worth. both as the chief executive
of the State and man. | heard of his
death with exceeding sorrow and regret"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Special to the indianapolis Journal
MUNCIE, Ind, Jan. 16.-This city was
shocked as ii has not been before when
newspaper bulletins announced the sudden
death of Ex-Governor Mount this evening.
His late administration met with general
commentator from all classes here and he
was held in the highest personal regard
There is the utmost regret at his un-
timely death so soon after laying aside his
great responsibilities. Particulars OF the
death were eagerly sought.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

should be taken off so suddenly at the end
of his administration which has been so
successful that il had endeared HIM TO
the people of the State. He was a
thoroughly honest and conscientious man
and carried his convictions into the office
OF Governor. He administered the affairs
OF State in such way as to leave an ever
lasting monument TO his fame and honor.
regret his death very much, indeed"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
SADNESS AT CRAwFoRDsvILLE.
Ex-Governor's Friends Were Prepar-
ing to welcome Him Home.

Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
CHARLOTTESVILLE. Ind, Jan. 16.-The
news of the death of former Governor
Mount was received here this evening with
profound regret and created considerable
excitement on the streets. His friends and
neighbors were expecting his return to this
county TO live and were preparing to give
him and his wife a warm welcome. The
sad news was conveyed to Mrs. Butler. the
daughter of Governor Mount, at the Mount
homestead near Shannondale, by Col. A. f.
Ramsey of the former Governors staff.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
SHELBYVILLE, Ind, Jan. 16.-The news
of the sudden death of Ex-Governor James
A. Mount at Indianapolis tonight was re-
ceived here with widespread expressions OF
sorrow and sympathy Mr.. Mount had
many warm personal friends in this county,
who held him in the highest esteem.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

life and he succeeded With small ambI-
tions for himself he rose to the highest
Office In his State. Having attained this
station, he gave 10 ii his energies. He
gave his life to the people. And the
people loved him as they always love a
life of service. He was true and just,
fearless in the right as he saw the right.
and his memory will always be dear to
those who love a manly man"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Col. Charles f. Wilson last night received
kilograms from Rev. John Dinner. OF st.
Mary's Church. Lafayette, and from James
NJ. Dinner. of FIT. Wayne. both of whom
were friends of Governor Mount. They ex-
pressed the kecnest regret and extended
sympathy TO the breaved family.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
state omciaIs VIII Meet To-Day.

AT the request of Governor Durbin. the
State officials will meet at his office at $50
O'Clock this morning to take action concern
ing the lamentable death of Governor
Mount and to make suitable arrangements
for the funeral
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
Tribute of CHARLES $. Hernry.

State Chairman Charles s. Hernly In
speaking OF Governor Mounts death said:
Ellis death will be great shock to all
OF the people Of the State. 1t Is sad that he
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
ANDERSON SHOCKED.

Gov. Durbfn Overwhelmed by the
News of His Predecessors Death.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
ANDERSON. Ind. Jan 1.-THE news OF
Governor Mounts sudden death came with
a shock to Andersonians to-night and
caused sudden change in the plans Of
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

He said he thought young men. when they
tried. could succeed in farming as we'll as
IN mercantile business. He also said he
was glad To go back home.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
GOVERNOR DuRBIN HERE.
When He Heard of the Death He Came
to the City-His Tribute.

Governor Durbin arrived at 1910 o'clock
last night from his home in Anderson, hav-
ing been informed or Ex-Governor Mounts
death by his private secretary. Colonel Will
son, who talked with him over the long
distance telephone. Colonel Wilson met
Governor Durbin at the Union Station, and
both waited for the arrival of the Corners
vile train, which was expected to bring
Rev. Harry Mount. Ex-Governor Mounts
son, and wife. In some manner Governor
Durbin and Colonel Wilson missed Mr..
Mount and they then proceeded to the Dem
ison Hotel. While they were talking with
Mrs. Mount. Rev. Harry Mount arrived.
His wife did not accompany him. Although
Mrs. Mount was almost Frustrated with
this great sorrow, she warned and advised
Governor Durbin while talking to him.
"Governor Durbin." she said. ''this office
has killed my husband Don't let 1t kill
you"
Governor Durbin and Colonel Wilson
reached the Statehouse about IL o'clock,
where they met Attorney General Taylor.
Governor Durbin gave the following esti-
mate of Ex-Governor Mount:
MY intimate acquaintance with Cover
nor Mount covered period or compare
lively recent years. but L had previously
formed a high opinion of his ability, his
integrity and his versatility. Few public
speakers excelled him. He appeared to be
always prepared for any emergency, and
his public addresses were invariably in
good taste. 1t was my good fortune to be
with him on his trip to Texas on the &C.
casson of the return of the flag of Terry 5
Rangers, and at the various cities we Wis
tied throughout the journey he delivered a
series OF speeches that won enthusiastic
praise. He was a man of large mind and
great heart He was patriotic to the core.
He was sincere Christian gentleman, ever
mindful of his duty to his fellOw-men and
to the God he worshipped with abiding
faith When the news OF his sudden death
reached me at my home tonight l was
shocked beyond power of expression. 1t is
one of the great sorrows of my life, for he
was my faithful friend. His judgment was
sound and he was absolutely fearless in
the discharge of his official duties, but
he never seemed too busy or too weary to
greet all callers at his office. During a
period of four years ne has been on a con-
tant strain. The reaction was fatal. just
IL was in the of his able predeces-
sor. the lamented Governor Matthews. 1
am so shocked by this unspeakably sad
ending of Governor Mounts useful and
honorable life that / cannot find words to
adequately express my grief. His death
viii cause sorrow in every household in
our great State, for surely he was a man
Of the people and for the people"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

10 CURE THE GRIP IN rwo DAYS
Eaxative Br0n0-ouinine removes the cause.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
Lieutenant Governor Gilbert Talks.

Lieutenant Governor Gilbert last night
paid the following tribute to the late ex-
Governor: 1.-The death of Ex-Governor
Mount comes as such a sudden shock to
me that / can hardly express my views
as to his life and character. Nothing could
better illustrate the vanity of all earthly
things, or could better serve to show the
value OF an earnest. honest life. Governor
Mount was man who felt the burden OF
public service. He strove to give the peo-
ple whose servant he was the best OF his
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
Local observations ON Jan. 1e.

Der. Their. R.H. Wind. Weather Pre-
a. m. 2966 81 S. West Cloudy 900
Up. m..z.s7 "a So West. Clear. 600
Maximum temperature. 57 minimum tenn
perature. "a
Following Is a comparative statement
of the mean temperature and total pre-
cipitation for Jan. 16:
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17
Ycsterday's Temperatures.

IS. c. T.. r. WAPPENHANS,
Local Forecast Official
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Senator o. NJ Keyes. of Dana: Cover
nor Mount was a man above reproach and
gave to the State an administration that
may well serve as example for all
future Governors of this great common
wealth He will be sadly mourned by the
State at large
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Senator W. c. Ryan, of Allen county:
Governor Mounts death was the culmina-
ton OF political career won by homes.
effort to better the condition of those who
were primarily responsible and honored by
his elevation TO the chief executive Of
flee of Indiana-the agricultural. masses.
All classes mourn his loss and realize that
one of our best Governors has been num-
bored among the great Hoosiers who have
gone to the great unknown"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Governor Mount attained widespread
fame as a practical and scientific farmer.
His success on the farm early attracted the
attention OF neighhors for miles around.
and he was requested to deliver talks on
practical farming at farmers Institutes IN
his neighborhood. The fame OF these ad-
dresses spread until he was soon I'm de-
mand at Institutes all over the State. and
in a short time he was receiving invitations
70 go 10 other States and tell his Views OF
farming. Il have always studied the Law
OF supply and demand, OF production and
consumption" was one OF HIS oft-repeaged
remarks OF automatic wisdom. He would
note the state OF the actual mot specuia-
tive) markets OF the world and profit BY
knowledge thus gained. Often he would
sfartle his neighbors by heavy investments
In a certain kind or stock when everybody
else about him was selling that particular
CONTINUED ON PAGE :. COL ~
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-01-17

Senator w. w. Lambert. Of Columbus:
IT think Governor Mount was one OF the
most capable executives the State has
ever had. He was Christian gentleman.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1901-02-07
Laidig.

Protracted meeting at Fair
view began Sunday night, Jan.
27. Attendance so far has been
small
Several of our people have had
the Grip the past week.
A sled-load of young folks from
Harrisonyille and vicinity attend
ed meeting at Fairview Saturday
evening.
John and Charles Deavor who
are working at Saxton, spent
Saturday and Sunday at home.
Joseph Barber and wife of
Broad Top spent a few days last
week with relatives in this town
ship.
D. B, Laidig had a shooting
match on Saturday, "Bub"
Mellott Of Licking Creek took
the greatest number Of turkeys.
George King, Joseph Laidig
and Frank Rice who are working
at Kearney, spent Sunday at their
respective homes.
The following pupils of Laidig
school attended every day "of
fourth month Rolla Laidig, Sam
mie Laidig, Roy Laidig, Willie
Rowe, Ella Lake, Nora Ritchey,
Estella Laidig, Viola Mumma,
Lessie Rowe, Clara Laidig, Ruth
Foreman, Nettie Mellott.