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The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
HOoslER 7REViTIEs.

Crawfordsville. Rev F. NJ. Ritten-
house. pastor Of the Memorial Presby-
terrain church here. has accepted
call 10 the Presbyterian church az
Laid. III. He will depart this week.
Crawfordsville-Ja Serring. p,
attempted suicide by drinking carbolic
acid. The deed was prompted by dis
appointment in love. Medical atten-
ton was summoned and the young
mans life saved.
Marion William Dugan and b. O..
Wimson. druggists. are under arrest
upon charges OF running blind IL
gers" The men will have their trials
in the near future. II is said that men
sent to the drug stores by the police
were able TO buy whisky in less guam
titles than a quart.
Brookville.-Former County Treas
urer Caspar Fogel celebrated his nine
tieth birthday anniversary. He has
resided continuously in Franklin coun
" since 1s43 and has been a Masor
almost sixty-nine years.
Warsaw. Officials Of Winona Lake
] have announced tnat the blIiS Thl'
school has been consolidated with WI
mona college and that the girl stu
dents would continue their studies
under the college faculty, getting thei
credits and diplomas the same as
the old plan had been continued.
Columbus.-The jury that tried tn
case OF the State VS. Andrew Bech'
charged with running a blind tiger,
failed to agree and was discharged
Eleven OF the jurors stood for cor
viction and one for acquittal Bech
was arrested on the day after tn
county vent dry" and his is the onl
arrest that has been made for viola
ton OF the local option law.
Anderson. Rev. Leonard Carver G
washington. ID. c.. has accepted a ca
10 the pastorate OF the Hope Congr'
gaticnal church in this city. Rev. Nj
Carver Is the son OF Judge Carver {
Noblosville.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
ARE PRISONERS IN HOTEL
strlke-Breakers Reach Bedford ana
for Time Are Not Permitted
20 Unload from
Train.

Bedford. A carload Of 80 men
10 be used as strike-breakers IN
the stone trouble here between the
operators and the General Union stone
Cutters and mill employees arrived
here over the Monon railroad and
were met AZ the depot by several hun
dred strikers who refused TO allow
them TO unload After an hour de-
lay the car was ordered TO be taken
10 Orleans which was done, but later
il returned here.
The scene at the depot was alarm
ing for awhile but the presence OF
many officers and deputies preserved
peace. Sheriff Box, surrounded by the
crowd. told them they well know the
wording OF the strike injunction is-
sued by the court and that as sheriff
OF Lawrence county. il was his sworn
duty TO preserve the peace which ne
would do al all hazards. The men
we're finally unloaded and taken 10 a
large hotel building that had been
leased and fitted up by the operators
for their accommodation and further
developments are awaited. The train
was met by crowd of 5000 people.
The men are confined in the rooms
\ OF the house where they were taken
and although they demanded 10 be re
leased they are kept prisoners an'
no one will be admitted.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Miners Admit Carelessness.

Princeton. A report that a
small fire had started recently in the
Princeton mine from faulty and Illegal
shot drilling" brought Assistant
State Mine inspector Pearce here,
and as a result three miners-William
Fine. Samuel Carter and William Hill
man-were arrested on charges OF
placing blasts unsafely. They pleaded
guilty before Justice Sprowl and were
each fined one dollar and costs. Sew
eral other cases are pending. lnspec-
tors everywhere are exerting the
greatest precautions against repeti
tions OF the Cherry disaster.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Held on Contempt Charge.

Anderson. - Daniel Green. a we'll
known real-estate dealer Of FL
wood. was arraigned on a charge or
contempt of the circuit court. The
man was arrested on bench warrant
issued by Judge Bagot and brought
into court TO show why he had not
made a settlement as guardian OF
Daisy and Esther Stephenson. minor
heirs Of Joseph Stephenson. In a
statement made by Green he said the
money from the sale of piece OF
real estate in Kokomo had been col
lected by H. T. WiIlkie of Elwood
attorney in the case. and that il had
never been turned over TO him
Green was released on bond.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Pencemaker Is Stabbed.

Washington. - While acting as
peace-maker at a countryside church
several miles south of Washing
ton. William Goodwin. 2S. was fatal
" slashed with a knife. A young man
of the name of Waggoner and Daniel
King became involved in a fight and
Goodwin attempted to separate them
when King struck him with knife,
which barely missed the jugular vein.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
INSANE ASYLUMS
ARE ALL CROWDED
New Hospital win Not Help Con-
ditionS Much.
MANY SUFFER IN JAIL CELLS
Secretary Of Board Of Charities Be-
Ileves That State Should Provide
Better Facilities for Care OF
Its Unfortunates.

Indianapolis. - The overcrowded
condition OF the insane asylum re-
ceiyes attention in strong terms ny
Amos W Butler. secretary OF the
board os state charities in his annuai
report. The condition, he declares
will not be greatly relieved by the
openine OF the new Southeastern nos
nital as more than coo of the pa
tients for this hospital will come from
the Central hospital Attention Is
called 10 the fact that more than So
600 600 was appropriated by the last
legislature for the maintenance ana
improvement OF the state hospitals
for the insane. The extract from the
report states:
AT the last report. August 81 Tor
the poor asylums and September 81
for the tails. there were SAP insane
In the former class Of institutions and
"a in the latter In addition the
county clerks report a total OF los
insane in their homes or with irlehus
awaiting admission to state hospitals
/ Altogether there were reported 'of
persons OF this class not receiving
treatment. It is plain TO be seen
therefore that in order TO carry out
the policy of the state additional pro-
vision is imperative.
Nothing in our entire ssytem OF
public charities is more distressing
than the enforced presence OF insane
persons in county poor asylums ana
tails. These institutions lack proper
facilities for caring for them. The
secretary OF this board, on a recent
visit 10 an asylum. found an insane
woman locked in a cell in the men
department Of the custodial building
She had no privacy whatever. II Is
true that many harmless cases when
do not require special care are TO DC
found in the asylums. They are able
10 do some light work. they have out
door exercise, and on the whole rare
very well.
In the fails the conditions are
more hopeless still. II is 10 these IN
stitutions the more violent cases arr
taken. For the most part they arr
in the first stages OF insanity. Promp
hospital treatment might save them
The state has not provided for thei
prompt admission TO the hospital
and so they wait and the time O
their waiting sometimes runs int
years. Their lot is solitary conhne
ment in a cell. dark and gloomy an
insanitary: or, if they leave the Gel
for the corridor. they are subjecte
10 the torment and ridicule OF IN
other prisoners. Some OF these II
sane have committed suicide in jail
others have beaten their bodie
against the bars or have fallen an
: bruised themselves upon the floor
q sometimes they assault their fello
; prisoners. and even murder them.
q Surely all this is a sad lack
), foresight. Our inadequate provisic
>. means that many who might be r
. stored TO reason become lifelong bu
" dens to themselves. their families al
IL the public AS this board has pr
h viously stated the state has dol
well. but not all il should do.
should provide a bed for each 500
e our population II It would treat Z
ut problem of insanity in the prop
n way"
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Calls Conference on Bids.

Fort Wayne ~ Instead Of attempt
ting TO pull through the letting
OF a contract for the erection Of the
new market house. the present admin
istration has decided TO call on Mayor
elect Grice and his board OF public
works TO consult with them on the
plans and bids fer the building. The
action Is the elimination Of several
lively Incidents. the principal one be-
ing the resignation of Minority Mem.
Der Brosius OF the public works. who
alleged that the mayor was attempt
Ing to bulldoze him.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

time I was annoyed with sharp twinges
across the small of my back ana II
regular passages of the kidney secre'
tons. Since using Doan's Kidney rms
| am free from these troubles.
Remember the name-Doans. soio
nv all dealers. so cents box. Foster
Milburn Co.. Buffalo. y. \.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Rov Bolts al Fire Drill.

Bedford. - During a fire drill at
the Oolitic public school the small
son of Philip Rock became frightened
and jumped through a window. glass
and all. The drill is called at irregu-
lar times and the pupils never know
whether there is in reality fire or
not, and appearances seeming very
real. young Rock decided to take the
quickest way out. His injuries were
slight.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Ao.d Man Worried to Death.

Columbus. - Because of worry over
the fear that he could not give
bond for the faithful perform
ance of his duties as postmaster of
Hartsville. a position to which he was
appointed a few days ago, Alfred
Kluge. bachelor farmer. 73 years
old. suffered a nervous collapse and
died a few hours later
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
uounds Pursue Firebuos.

Rockville. - Bloodhounds are be-
ing used 10 run down incendiaries
supposed to have started the fire
which destroyed the United Brethren
church west Of Rockville. Detective
Kinney Of indianapolis is said to have
found clews which will result in ar
rests. The church was built in 1Si9.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Denies Royal Enhancement.

New York. Dec Miss fvonne
Townsend. daughter OF Lawrence
Townsend former minister to Portu-
gal. whom European cables had sug-
Rested as a bride for King Manuel
OF Portugal. arrived here from Ant
werp with a denial that she was en-
gagged
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
DESTROYS Injected Herd.

Fl Wayne. TT Following a discov-
cry that all but one Of the cows at
the county inhrmary were suffering
from tubercular infection. the county
commissioners ordered the entire herd
killed and will purchase a new lot OF
cattle for the farm.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Princess Victoria Louise OF Prussia
has been appointed colonel OF tue
Deaths Head Hussar Regiment. This
has no bearing upon the military sit
uation in Europe Its point lies in the
fact that the princess can now wear.
a hussar jacket with dolman. trimmed
in black astrachan and silver, fur
bushy with silver decoration; gown
10 correspond
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

The scientists have noticed changes
on Mars which convince them that
there has been a terrific CONFUSION on
the ylanet. one result OF which must
have been TO destroy all life. II any
had existed there. Where Is the dar.
ing aviator who will make trip
IN that direction and ascertain just
what has happened?
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

the need OF a spc-
cial remedy 10 re-
move and cure the
congestion or In
aammation OF the
kidneys that is in
terfering with their
work and causing
that pain I h a I
makes you say:
"Oh, my back
Thompson Wat
kins. professional
nurse. APO y. 2SrC
St. Parsons. Kan
says: For som'
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
Gets only Light Sentence.

Princeton. II At Mount Carmel, III.
Lem Carroll charged with be-
ing an accessory in the killing OF
Frank Pate by William Adams at
river front dance a few days ago.
pleaded guilty TO manslaughter and
was sentenced to two years in prison.
Carroll gave Adams the gun.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Football collisions simply cannot be
prevented.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Now II is Bulgaria which is facing
crisis. The day in which some OF the
governments OF the world 90 not face
a crisis is very dull one in contem-
poTary history.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

An actor In a Toronto music hall
was stricken with blindness in the
middle Of a song. II might have been
better all around had his audience
been stricken with deafness.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Saginaw. Mich. Dec. Arthur
Hin, millionaire politician. globe-trot.
ter. and regent Of the University OF
Michigan. is dead at his home hero.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

The pemmican that has TO be cut
with an AK and the igloos that have
10 be built by the iceman viii never
become popular in this country.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

No Cne has yet detected Halleys
comet with the naked eye.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

All the freight cars in the country
are in use. but the loads they carry
have not been marked down so far as
the ultimate consumer is concerned.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Another indication is furnished OF
the growth OF liberalism in China. An
imperial edict has been issued recos-
nizing the forthcoming provincial as
sembnes. These assemblies will Gre
ate the imperial assembly, charged
with the duty of preparing a constitu-
ton for the nation. This Is the first
step taken by the government looking
20 actual effort in behalf Of constitu-
tionalism
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Greek war is deproable. not only
for the blood spilled. but for the cuss
words il provokes in the proofroom OF
a newspaper over the unpronounce-
able names.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

one Of the big New York banks
has issued a circular criticising the
designs Of the latest $40. $40 and s.
gold pieces. saying the coins may be
artistic in appearance but IRE subject
10 abrasion 10 an extent which Is OBJ
iectionable However. the average
person into whose possession they
come is not likely TO object to the
design so long as he can get enough
of the coins
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Game is reported scarce In Maine
but there are plenty OF guides to DiaAe
away al.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Something like 1900 years ago
Greece ruled the world: now it can
not rule itself
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Quite naturally that damaging
cloudburst at Tabascc, Mex. was "ho'
stun"
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

II is announced that Count ZeFpe-
lin in planning to fly from France TO
New York in his dirigble i will be
a perfectly safe proposition II he does
not do any more than merely TO plan.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Hailey's comet is beginning TO look
brighter. and so is general trade IN
this country.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Those who care for that sort OF
thing can look forward to a busy win
ter Of pugilistic gossip.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Japan has possession of Korea, but
It is still paying installments on tue
purchase price.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

In many instances automobile
scorching is its own punishment
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

The one business that will 60 With
out advertising Is running the furnace
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Flattery is turned to good account
when used as a guidepost 10 all one
ought TO be- Sample.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
IL you rsr BALL BLUE.

1t takes a woman to tell a secret
and magnify its importance.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Mrs Winslow's Soothing syrup
yor children teething softens the gums reduces In
nsmmatiOn allays psin cures wind cole sc bottle.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
suncient evidence.

Father was evidently drinking
again last night"
What makes you think that?"
HE sassed the janitor when he
came in."-Louisville Courier-Journal
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
sAcKAcHs is KloNEYAcHE.
Usually There Are other Troubles to
Prove II.

Pain in the back is pain in the kid
news. in most cases. and IL points 10
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

and wet Ia the fr>t step Ia Pneumonia Take Perry
Davis l'ainkiller and the danger Is avertcd- n
eQualcd FOR colds. sure throat qunsy ~ &C and 10
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

A giggling girl is apt to become a
cackling woman.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Don't believe everything you hear
over a telephone wire
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

China has made another advance
toward liberal rule The government
Is prevaring plans for electing an i'm
periaI assembly. which will consist OF
an upper and lower house. A num-
Der OF provincial assemblies are al
ready in existence. and they are Civ
ing hearty support to the govern
ment's progressive policies, including
the suppression Of the opium traffic
The new regime in China seems 70
have made a fair start.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

Get Red Cross Ban Blue. the best Ball
Blue. Large . OF. package only cents.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

One Thing That Will Live Forever,
PFTTIT'S EYE SALNE. first box sold IN
1907. loo years ago, sales increase. yesrly.
All druggists or Howard Bros. Buffalo. y. \.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
zelaya Proposes 10 Flee.

New Orleans. La. Dec. IA pri-
vate cable dispatch received In this
city from Managua says that Presi-
dent Zelaya had made all arrange
ments to fee from Nicaragua and. ac-
companied by his family. would board
the first steamer sailing from Corinto.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17
lnE int lltlaA tNH''S "
.tates for any eventuality.
Mexico Not Dissatisfied.

The state department authorized a
denial OF the report that Mexico was
opposed 10 this governments policy
toward Nicaragua and Central Ameri-
ca. II was stated that Senior Enrique
Creel, the former Mexican ambassa-
dor at Washington, was not on his
way here to confer with the depart
ment relative 10 any dissatisfaction OF
his government.
The mission here Of DR.. Anderson
Of Costa RIGA was stated 10 be in
I connection with the settlement OF
boundary dispute between his country
and Panama American interests are
involved.
The state department has received
no official confederation OF unofficial
advices that the two Americans. Can
non and Groce. were shockingly treat
cd before their execution by order
OF Zelaya and that Zelaya TO further
show his hatred Of the United States
had the bodies OF the two men burned
The state department says Vice-Con
sui Caldera al Managua is In no dan
ger now. The warships and the blue
J Jackets which have been landed are
guarding foreign interests TO the com
plete satisfaction of the United State
The Nicaraguan situation will be
brought before the senate at the mrs
opportunity. Senator Rayner viii OF
fer a resolution providing for an In
2 vestigation I'm the execution Of Can
non and Groce by President Zelaya
2 He will urge its immediate adoption
Rayner Supports Administration.
: Senator Rayner purposes making
strong defense Of the administrator
in dealing with Zelaya. This in itsel
will be sensational as Mr.. Rayne
! was the most violent and persisten
|, critic OF Mr.. Roosevelt and his pol
a cies that the senate contained II
, will especially assert that the Unite
4 States government has a perfect rigf
/, 10 intercept Zelaya and Try him befoF
an American court n the charge
murder
Zeays Proposes 10 Flee.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

II is not necessary for the young
sters TO read dime novels TO find he
roes worthy of imitation. The ten.
vear-old New York kid who refused
10 keep quiet when burglars threat
ened him and who in his night dress
chased the robbers until he landed
them in the hands OF the police is tal
nearer the real thing than any char
acter that can be found in cheap III
erature. His exploit beat that OF tn
ordinary Daredevil Dick" clear on
OF sight
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1909-12-17

There does not seem 10 be any
doubt that the rainy season has be
gun in the Philippines. Following the
destructive typhoon in Luzon Is
inches Of rain fell in nine hours and
2G inches in "a hours. There was
rise OF GO feet in the Bued river. This
heats all storm records in that quar-
ter. and also suggests what might be
done in the way Of conservation could
that surplus water be stored up and
kept against the need OF a dry period
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CONGRESS WILL
UPHOLD PRESIDENT
Punishment Of President Zelaya
Is Certain.
NO DANGER OF UPRlSINGS
Administration Is Satisfied Force NO"
In Nicaragua and on Way
Will Hold Ruler in
Check.

Washington Dec. Every prep
aration has been made by President
Taft TO send a special message 10 con
gress asking for executive authority
TO place an army OF occupation IN
Nicaragua. If later developments make
such a step necessary.
That party lines will not be drawn
in the granting OF such legislation was
shown when Representative Suizer OF
New York introduced in the house a
Joint resolution not only granting the
president full authority TO establish
and maintain a satisfactory and sta
Bile government in the Central Ameri-
can republic. but empowering him TO
use the land and naval forces in sucf.
an undertaking and 10 punish Presi-
dent Zelaya for his execution OF two
American citizens. demand an apology
and collect an indemnity from Nicars-
qua.
Senator Cullom OF the senate COM
mittee on foreign relations ALREADY
has declared that his committee VIII
hold up the presidents hands 10 any
extent Mr.. Taft requests in dealing
with the Nicaraguan situation.
No Danger Of Uprisings.
Surrounded as the republic is by an
effective Gordon of small but high
class American warships. her impor-
tant harbors under control OF their
guns and good landing forces OF
tackles guarding threatened interests
the president and Secretary Knox are
satisfied that for the present there Is
no danger OF destructive uprisings.
Marines are going TO the scene or
the Dixie. and the Albany and York
town have Just joined the naval forces
on the north boundary line. The
Princeton. which hardly stopped a
San Francisco long enough TO catci
its breath. is rushing down the coas
under full speed II is not the inten
ton of this government 10 dispatcl
big battleships TO the scene OF IN
trouble They would be OF no us
after their arrival because OF IN
small harbors and shallow streams
the secretary OF the navy explaine
last night
: The naval forces now guardin
Nicaragua is powerful enough TO bio
all Central America 10 kingdor
come" declared a naval officer in e
planning the preparedness Of the Tn
!, ted States for any eventuality.