Rushville Township (part 3 of 5)

Mr. Tompkins has always been alert to perceive and even anticipate the wants of his trade. He has ever made it a point to never be behind, but often in advance of the times. He has constantly made competition so close and warm in all lines of his business, as to bring prices to the lowest level of a living profit, thus saving the farmers many a hard earned dollar. But after all, the keynote to his unusual business progress is his '* guarantee,'' which in this instance is not a mere idle word, but really means something. It means that any article sold under his guarantee will be replaced or made good, should it prove other than what is represented.

In short, the whole career of the subject of this sketch, as soldier, farmer, politician, public officer and business man, has been a continual emphasis of the old adage that '' nothing succeeds like success."'

John W. Tompkins was born in Milroy, Indiana, September 9th, 1841. On the 4th day of October, 1865, he was united in marriage to Miss Paulina E. Stewart, daughter of Chas. D. Stewart, who is his present wife, and one of the most exemplary and highly esteemed ladies of Rushville. To this union have been born six children, as_ follows, Nellie, Roley P. (deceased), Robert L., Adolphus, Herman, and Britta (deceased).

Farm Lands

The farms of Rush County are the best and most productive in the state. Hundreds of farmers here have made a sufficient amount of money in a few years to enable them to retire and enjoy the fruits of theirlabor. The farm houses and barns are far above the average buildings of a similar character found in other portions of the state. Every road in the county is a free pike and the entire county has been ditched and is systematically drained.

igs of Monument making is a branch of manufacture which of recent oe loped largely, not only as regards extent, but in point of artistic reas ae was eae a simple slab with a plain inscription was considered tea yall except the wealthiest class, to mark the ep Goes _ of the ae ot the demands of modern civilization are not so easily satisfie ee wee ra all cemeteries now contain so many artistic and beautiful evidences of t a cu ptor's art in commemoration of the virtues of departed relatives and friends. T IS 18 as it should be. Instead of being saddened by the monotonous and ofttimes unsightly appearance of crumbling head stones arranged in exact rows and bearing upon them emblems the reverse of comforting to the living, one may walk through the cemeteries of to-day and witness the highest creations of the Sculptor S profession, emblems, calculated to exalt, to comfort, and to lift above the earth's sordidness, giving a feeling of peace in the present-and hope in the hereafter. . | No one has done more to beautify the cemeteries and burying grounds of Rush and adjoining counties than J. B. Schrichte of Rushville. For the past forty years he has devoted his best abilities to exemplifying in his work the highest form of Mortuary Sculpture and decoration. © Coming to Rushville in 1859, he commenced his business in a modest way, but worked so assidiously at it, and gave such entire satisfaction to all who favored him with their patronage that his business rapidly increased, and he is now known and recognized throughout this entire section as a leader in this profession. It is seldom you find outside of the large cities, a Marble Works more complete or better equipped to turn out work of all grades. and it is needless to say that all seasons of the year he is kept very busy. Orders for work are received from all parts of the state, and it not infrequently occurs that monuments are shipped to other states. A force of five or six skilled mechanics is employed to keep pace with the business. In the details of manufacturing, Mx. Schrichte is ably assisted by his three sons ; Tony, Frank and William. The elder of these, Tony, is considered one of the best designers, sculptors and art carvers in the whole country. He has, practically speaking, been born and reared in the business, is devoted to it and has made a life study of its every detail. For five years he was engaged in business for himself at Connersville. In this connection it is interesting to note that when a few years ago the state of Indiana desired to erect monuments to mark the resting.place of the dead heroes who lie in the National burying ground at Chickamauga, designs for these monuments were submitted by all of the leading manufacturers of the United States. Forty were to be selected by a legislative committee, and although over eight hundred designs were submitted, Tony Schrichte was honored by having three out of eight of his designs chosen. This was a remarkable record and established for him a reputation which extended to all parts of the country, and established him in the front rank of designers. His association with his father makes it possible for this Rushville industry to furnish purely original and artistic work which can not be surpassed in elegance of execution anywhere. Mr. Schrichte makes a specialty of fine carving, such as romanesque and renaissance work which is just now everywhere so popular. New York, Georgia and Vermont furnish most of the marble he uses, while the red carnation, Scotch, Barre and Concord granite and Bedford stone are chiefly employed in monumental work. These come to him direct from the quarries, which give him a decided advantage Over competitors. The citizens of Rush county should appreciate the efforts of Mr. Schrichte to give to them an up-to-date industry of some magnitude and should permit none of their work to go to foreign concerns who canvass this territory. 'This business was established in 1859 in a small room where the store of Winship & Payne is now located. After three years it was removed to a room where W. J. Waite is now in business. For twenty-one years the business prospered here and it was then that Mr. Schrichte removed to his present site on Main near First street. Here he has a lot 50 x 165 feet and on it, in addition to the shop and marble yard, is a comfortable residence, where with his family he resides. J. B. Schrichte was born in Hanover, Germany, May i, 1835. At the age of eighteen he immigrated to this country and located at Hamilton, Ohio, where for three years he worked at his trade. He pursued the same vocation for two years in Brookville, this State, and then located in Rushville. February 5, 1861, he was united in marriage to Miss Catherine Schuenbaum, then of Cincinnati, but who had been the school mate of his childhood days in the old country. 'To this union nine children, seven boys and two girls have been born, five of whom are now living. They are Tony, Frank and William, (who as stated above work for their father), Edward and Clara. The life of the subject of this sketch has ea ee been a most exemplary one and has been marked with a degree of success | RICHARD MARTIN which is flattering to his skill, ability and judgment. He is highly esteemed 0 ell badakilee suet in by the citizens and for five years served them in the common council, : = RERMELIA HUCHES faith he is a firm adherent. He takes an active interest in all things pertaining to the development of Rushville, and is a director and appraiser of the Prudential Building Association, also a stockholder in the People's Gas Co. and a member of the Commercial Club.

Note : - The accompanying illustration is a photo-engraving of a monument recently erected by Mr. Schrichte in the Fairview cemetery. This handsome piece of work was designed and executed in Mr. Schrichte's place of business and gives some idea of the elegance of the renaissance style of carving. It is one of the finest pieces of sculpture work ever exe- suai ; t only the most noted in Rush County as pioneers the accompanying illustration represents a family, no é one "Ua A elie at of the Feat speed horse interests of this noted locality, but whose achievements in that direction have made their reputations as wide as the nation. The Wilsons have ash Ah the ta bea in all phases of this growing industry ''time whereof the memory of man runnet 5 os oe ae hee wi at hold that distinction. They have stood among the most successful breeders, the best deve spike es i thee ee fee and in the very front rank of the successful and practical race-horse men of the ae oo a hoc a Br oe : ding to their stock of this world's goods until they are recognized as among the select class of sub: D ion.

Jno. M. Wilson, Jas. Wilson, Richmond J. Wilson J. Hooker Wilson. James Wilson. Dick Wilson

» that it almost amounted to genius ; and he exercised this trait to his own advantage, and often against the judgment of those about him, but was. seldom if ever mistaken. It should be remembered that this was at a time in the history of the development of speed when he had to be and was guided almost solely by this peculiar instinctive judgment. There were no long lines of pedigrees and strains of patrician blood to guide him. His selections were almost wholly from plebeian stock and results ha

Whenever ''Jim'' Wilson looked at the eye of a horse, at his limbs, at his coat of hair, at his fibre and texture and tested his spirit and courage and said, '' that is a great horse,'' z¢ was a great horse. Take for instance the horse then simply known as '' Sam'' but which has passed into history as Blue Bull 75. This horse was absolutely unknown until discovered by the notoriety, nor progeny, and yet Mr. Wilson said of him students of blood. To-day in the light of rembletonian ro, Alexander's Abdallah, Mambrino Chief » yet Blue Bull was only backed by *' Jim'? Wilson and his judgment.

é - of Pocaho icked them out of the untried and unknown and they vindicated his judgment. Paual eee oe ae Jr. Ra Away back in the sixties he made up his mind that '' Hoosier Tom'' was to be the great winner of pacin "a tests, and with wonderful regularity he vanquished all competitors. One of the proudest days in this man's hfe rab iy i "k there when '*Old Tom "' surpassed the record of Dexter in a winning contest under saddle, piloted by hj 66S > M.) Wilson (then a mere boy), placing 2:171/ to the credit of the old timer. It made Wils fe i Pe |

The subject of this sketch is the eldest son of James and Ellen (Jameson) Wilson, born in Rush County, Indiana, Nov. 25, 1848 on the farm where his father established the first training track and the first and most extensive training, breeding and speed developing establishment known in this part of the country. It is entirely safe to say that no one man ever contributed more toward building up and giving prominence to speed and turf interests in the West than «* Samp'' Wilson. _ For thirty years or more his name has been a familiar term and his form a familiar presence in all turf circles and upon all prominent courses throughout the length and breadth of the country. He was the first and most successful trainer of the Blue Bull champions and it soon came to be understood that when ''Samp'' showed up at Chicago, Detroit, Kalamazoo, Cleveland or St. Louis with a fresh string of ''Sam'' colts from Flat Rock, the Hoosier hot bed, the Hambletonian, Mambrino, Golddust and Pilot, Jr. champions, who were always his competitors, were far from happy. Even the talent became very bashful and reserved about going up against 'em, and when they did venture to step on the spring, nearly always found the machine loaded. Thus it came about that the early admirers of this wonderful family became equally his admirers, and from that day to the present through all the uncertainties and vicissitudes of a long turf career his popularity has never grown less. That his career has been one of constant growth and progress is evidenced by the following: Beginning away back with Hoosier Tom 2:174% and coming down through the phenominal old timers with such noted racers as Mamie, 2:21; Elsie Good, 2:22; Chance, 2:20/2; Ethel, 2:23; Lena Swallow, 2:19; Zoe B.. 2:17%% ; we find him in more modern times with such winners as Czar (3) 2:12%2, Gambrel, 2:10%4: Larabie (3), 2 71234 ; Jennie C. (Brood Mare), 2:22; Alice Wilkes (2) 2:22; Rose Turner, 2:13; Fedora, 2:15, etc. But above all other badges of a successful turf career stands out very prominently the fact that when you hear great drivers discussed, ''Samp'' Wilson is always spoken of as one of the few, honest, and strictly truthful men of his class. There could be no higher compliment.

Richmond J. Wilson

'"'Rich'' Wilson, as he is familiarly known, was brought up on the old Flat Rock farm and to gravitate to the horse business was simply second nature with him. He was an important factor in all the early development of speed and the race contests and victories that first made Rush County famous. He drove Charley Evans 2:1934 ; Lulu K. 2:23% ; Blue Bells and many others of the old celebrites in a host of winning contests at a period in turf history when these records meant extreme speed. Later he bred, developed and sold such good ones as Della Megee, 2:28% (sold to Andy Welsh for $2,500); Eura 2:1834 ; Silverdale 2:2514; O. K. 2:261% ; Maywood 2:21 and many others. In short, it is safe to say that no man in Indiana has raised, developed and sold more noted horses than '' Rich'' Wilson. At the same time he has carried on an extensive business in farming, having a fine half-mile track on his own farm. When the great Glenview sale took place Mr. Wilson being an admirer of the Nutwood stock, bought the yearling colt Arrowood whose dam is by Geo. Wilkes, paying the highest price ever paid for a yearling up to that date, namely, $3,025.00. This horse has proved a great success and is still owned by him.

Our subject was born June 2nd, 1852, in Rush County, Indiana, being the second son of James and Ellen Wilson. March 25, 1879, he was married to Miss Kate Pugh, the only daughter of the late Dr. W. A. Pugh. To this union two daughters have been born, Misses Reuella and Lucia, both charming young ladies. Mr. Wilson with his family, resides in his own home on Main street, one of the handsomest pieces of residence property in the city. He is a member of the Order of Red Men and the Royal Arcanum. 7 this sketch. He is the third son of James and Ellen (Jameson) Wilson and was born at the old Flat Rock Farm March roth, 1858, and came to his young manhood when that establishment was at its zenith. He received his early lessons under the guidance and instruction of his elder brother ''Samp'' Wilson. Dick was possessed of natural qualifications which especially adapted him to this profession. He was quick, companionable, buoyant, independent and courageous, and with these qualifications, he was soon the peer of his instructor. Their friendly but spirited contests in training were frequently attended with greater interest than many genuine races for '' blood.'' But Dick's natural independence and foresight early induced him to break away from his environments and go it alone, so for quite a number of years we find him developing and campaigning on his own responsibility, and with what success the books show. It is safe to say that no turfman of his age has more records and more fast ones to his credit than Dick Wilson. The following are only a few of the more noted: Bumps 2:041% ; Silver Chimes 2:0814 ; Courier Journal 2:08% ; Henry F. 2:09% ; Mosul 2:09% ; Pachen Boy (3) 2:1034 ; Nancy

For the past two seasons the subject of this sketch and *'Samp"' Wilson have been partners in conducting one of the largest and most successful campaigning stables that ever went through the big circuit. They had among their winners such noted ones as Bumps, Silver Chimes, Courier Journal, Pachen Boy, and placed to their credit in winnings during the season of '97 close to $50,000.00. To be the trainer and successful campaigner of such a horse as Bumps is glory and emolument enough for any one man. By virtue of these successes '' Dick'' Wilson has come to be classed with such men as Marvin, Doble,

J. Hooker Wilson

The youngest member of the Wilson family possesses all the affability and fine sense of humor, that has characterized the Wilsons for three generations or more. He is always companionable and a good entertainer. Very early in life, owing doubtless as much to his natural bent, as to environments, he conceived a very decided penchant for all kinds of out-door sports always excelling in whatever he took a part. At one time he held the championship of Indiana as a bicycle rider, and also <3 a rifle shot. He is an expert in fancy shooting with a rifle, and more than ten years ago, won a contest in New York, receiving as a prize an elegant gold-mounted rifle, which was exhibited at the World's Fair and took first premium. He has been driving horses for about twelve years, being, perhaps, most of that time employed by his brothers '¢ Samp "' and '* Dick'' Wilson, thus affording him a most excellent opportunity to be master of his business. During different seasons he was employed to train and campaign in the East, first by M. T. Pooler, of Skowhegan, Maine, and afterward by S. C. Wells, of LeRoy, N. Y. For two seasons he conducted a public training stable at Scranton, Pa., and during that time campaigned and worked such good ones as Allen Lowe, 2:12%4; Bonita, 2:1434 ; Queen Gothard, 2:14%%; Gossiper, 2:15/ ; Maud L., 2:16% ; Ralph, 2:17 and many others. | sare Wilson was born in Rush County, Ind., May 29, 1865. On the 28th day of September, 1887, he was united in marriage to Miss Fannie Bowen, one of the most charming young ladies of Rushville, which city they make their which N. Levinson can boast. During these years Mr. Levinson's popularity has jpcreased and his business expanded, until today he is a recognized leader in the dry goods business, not only in Rushville, but in Rush County as well. His store, which is located on Main, between Second and Third streets contains a complete and comprehensive stock of dry goods, dress goods, notions and millinery, and at all seasons of the year here can be found a large assortment of the latest novelties and fashions. So extensive is the business done by the house, that the proprietor finds it necessary to employ nine or more clerks the year round. The key-note to the success of this house has been low prices and good goods. The proprietor is a firm believer in small profits and quick sales and it is on this basis that he has built up and holds the enormous trade which he enjoys. The fact that he pays cash for all goods, that he buys and sells only for cash, gives him a great advantage over competitors in the matter of quoting prices. As a citizen the subject of this sketch has at all times been recognized as one of the most progressive in the community. Mr. Levinson is a native of this state, having been born in New Albany, Sept. 28, 1854. In 1889 he located in the neighboring city of Shelbyville, but after being engaged in business there for five years removed to this city. He was married April 22nd, 188s, to Miss Nora Mann of Akron, Ohio. To this union two children have been born, a son and a daughter. He is amember of the Royal Arcanum and Masonic Fraternity.

Dry Goods Store Of N. Levinson C. E. Cowing & Bro

and Harvey M. Cowing, are well known and well liked in the county, and both are thorough and practical harness makers. In addition to the manufacturing of harness, the firm has a complete line of high-grade wheeled vehicles. Such well known goods as those made by the Columbus Buggy Co., P. P. Mast, of Springfield, Ohio, and the Bimel Buggy Co., of Sidney, Ohio, are carried in stock. Their cheaper grade of buggies is manufactured at Kalamazoo, Mich. The firm make a specialty of light driving harness, and it is safe to say that nowhere in the country can a better or more durable harness of this character be secured. Two skilled mechanics are employed in the manufacturing department, and every piece of harness which is sold in their store, is made under born at New.Salem, May 21,1857. His early life was spent in that town After acquiring a common school education, he mastered the trade of harness making. In 1881 he engaged in business in New Salem and continued until 1890, when he removed to Milroy. His Milroy business was successful but in August of last year, the business was located here in the room now occupied by it on Main street, directly Opj<=:te the Court House entrance. December 22,.1878. Mr. Cowing was married to Mary J. Sheppard of New Salem, and to the union three children have been born. Mr. Cowing and his family live on Third street.

The life of Harvey Cowing has been similar to that of his elder brother. He was born at New Salem, Dec. 2, 186s, and after completing his schooling learned his trade in the shop of his brother. He continued working for him until in 1893, when he was admitted to partnership. He was married January 29, 1890, to Miss Laura Huffman of New Salem and one daughter has blessed the union. He resides on First street.

Repository Crosby Bros

a complete stock of wall paper, window shades, paints, oils, varnish, brushes, glass, pictures and frames, art goods, artist supplies, and in addition do an extensive contracting business. They furnish estimates on house painting, paper hanging, exterior and interior decorating, etc. Both of the brothers are thorough and practical men at the business, and as they personally superintend all contracts their customers are assured of getting the very best work which skilled workmen and the best of material can produce. It is well worth the time of those contemplating the improving of their homes to call and inspect the stock carried, as here will be found everything which a generation looking for something fine rigs Aa and novel demands and at reasonable prices. JOR ROR ES: This business was established in 1889, by Edward Crosby, the younger of the two brothers, who has spent his life since boyhood in perfecting him- | To this union one child has been born, a daughter. He lives with his family on North Main street, and is a member of the Knights of Pythias and Masonic Fraternity. Edward was born two years later, November 8th, 1857. He adopted Rushville as his home in 1878. October 18th, 1883, he was united in marriage to Miss Kate Laughlin of Richland, and the union has been blessed by the birth of a daughter. He lives on self in the details of this work, having been engaged in painting and decorating for fourteen years prior to engaging in business. The elder brother, Joseph, who is also a practical man was admitted to partnership in 1896.

T IS a rare thing that one chooses exactly the calling in life that he or she is especially adapted to. 'To know how to choose well in the first instance, is one of the greatest gifts - scarccly short of genius - involving the capacity to promptly discover the best and the tact to sieze it. There are many people of keen minds and great observation who are yet at a loss when it comes to choosing, by reason of some lack of courage or decision of character. They always take the worst, as if they had to go wrong. This is failure, the opposite iS SUCCESS. When Mrs. Ella Mason started into business in Rushville about thirty years ago, she at once became the leading milliner of the city, and there has not been a moment since then that she has not occupied the very first position, as against all competitors. The people of this city and county have learned that when they desire any article in the line of millinery that is ''just the thing'' and strictly up-to-date, they can always obtain it at Mrs. Mason's. Her natural genius for her business, her thorough mastery of all its details, her ability to select and combine colors so as to harmonize with the most refined tastes, have made her establishment very popular with the ultra fashionable classes, and it is from these that she receives a very large share of her patronage. It is not always true that one can get the cheapest articles at Mrs. Mason's; but it is true that one can get the best, the most beautiful and the most stylish, and the price is. always in honest keeping with the quality. Thus by an honest, straightforward policy, coupled with genuine art and the highest talents of her calling, she early secured and has constantly held the public confidence. What Mrs. Mason has accomplished in her business career is the strongest proof that these things are true. Starting in a modest way and without capital, shé has, unaided, accumulated property and established a business reputation that would be highly creditable to any man, but which for a woman is wonderful. She owns four of the best business rooms in the city, besides a considerable amount of personal property. It is evident from such a record that the business Mrs. Mason has established INTERIOR OF MRS, ELLA MASON'S MILLINERY EMPORIUM, the meat Sean hee th cebiiament whose proprietor realizes the ne- {tend an aa the best that the market affords, at prices consistent with fair one sy at Mr. Kohlheier is to be depended upon at all seasons of the pee rs 'sh his atrons with every variety pertaining to his line of trade and of the year to eer a following strictly honest and straightforward principles of dealing very ee 1 y- ee has established a business which is the envy of all in his line, with all ee be bic is a model of neatness, cleanliness and taste, never out of order, His place o ee uninviting. Some idea of its neat and attractive appearance may Peed ioe. fee corpanyine view. . Charles Kohtheler Wess 1852) in Germany, his parents, Henry and Julia Kohlheier being native Germans. mae came to America in 1869, and located in Cincinnati, where as a young mi % pie the butcher's trade and continued at it for eighteen years, mastering i. ae a After acquiring considerable means, Mr. Kohlheier removed from Cincinnati, and a ased a farm in Jennings County, Indiana, where he spent a number of fii ee ture. He soon developed a decided taste for stock and especially the horse. en the er a pacer came to the front, Mr. Kohlheier gave his energies to their development with his characteristic enthusiasm. He invested in the best strains of Kentucky blood and brought out some sensational youngsters. Soon discovering that Jennings County, was not the best locality for the horse business Mr. Kohlheier sold his farm and located at Cambridge City, Ind., where there was a good mile track. While here, it is safe to say he owned, raised and developed as Sand 9 Phy 4 ° , . Ya celebrated horses as any man in the state. Among them were Downey, 2 713%; H. T. Michner, 2:14; Gamrose, 2 :16Y, ; i Gusto, 2:19¥ ; Goethe, 2:19%; Gambyron, 2:19% a (sold for $6000 under the hammer), and many others. As a campaigner and trainer of young stock, he was a marked success, and no youngster that was ever brought | out in Indiana, created more ofa sensation than did Gam- 3 byron as a two-year old, driven by his owner. He met 4 and vanquished all colts of his age in this part of the us country, and could have acquired a much faster record, i | had he not been sold and retired from the turf for stock purposes. July 22, 1894, Mr. Kohlheier removed from | _ Cambridge City to Rushville, and established his present business, which has been a marked success from its very Fi beginning. April 12, 1890, he was united in marriage i to Miss Josephine Lutz. To this union two daughters have been born, Cecil and Bertha. Mr. Kohlheier is a member of the Red Men, Knights of Maccabees, Order of Ben Hur, and Munchers of Hard Tack.

Meat Market Of Chas. Kohlheier The Pinnell-Kemper Luiber Co

Co. While the firm is a new one, the business has been established for a number of years, conducted under the name of Pinnell & Huffman. In April of this year, Mr. Huffman disp to Mr. Kemper who comes to this city with the highest commendations of the citizens of his business way. For the past twelve years he has been superintendent of the Foster Lumber & -_ During his long association with this company, he gained a knowledge of the details of this busines work at the Indiana Reformatory, the large Johnson-Morgan and Muncie Loan Association blocks at Muncie, and residences in all parts of the state. Being thoroughly compe- : tent to form plans and specifications, and approximate bills on any kind of mill or buildin work, Mr. Kemper will take pleasure in assisting carpenters, contractors, and builders in making estimates on work and materials. Since taking charge of the b and was prior to the recent change, osed of his interest in the business former home, both in a social and Planing Mill Co., of Indianapolis. Ss, which is now of great

THE.:.PROMOTER. 47 Nai Ga ime his eee eS Re industries of this kind, and is thus enabled to buy in quantities which secure for him the lowest possible price and permit the company to make close figures. J. B. Kemper was born in Indianapolis, June 30, 1857. His father was a carpenter and contractor, and he was practically raised in the business. After receiving an education in his native city, he accepted a position as yard-foreman of the Cutler-Savage Lumber Co., of Spring Lake, Mich. After five years service with them, he associated himself with the Foster Co., with which firm he remained continuously until he embarked in his present business. May 15, 1878, he was married to Miss Fannie Wood, of New York, and to this union, two sons and a daughter have been born. He is a member of the Baptist Church, K. of P., Knight of the Maccabees, and the Hoo-Hoo, an organization of lumbermen.

C. W. Burt

has been built. For nearly a quarter of a century Mr. Burt has been identified with the business interests of Rushville, and during that time he has conducted his business in a manner which has made friends of his patrons, and as a result he is today numbered among the most prosperous of the city's dry goods merchants. In his store on Main street, between Second and Third, can be found one of the most complete and best selected stocks of dry goods in the county. In addition to dry goods and dress goods he carries a full line of ladies' furnishing goods and ready made costumes, cloaks and wraps, carpets, linoleums and other floor coverings. Window shades and draperies are also handled. Mr. Burt -gives his business his closest attention, conducts it upon an economical basis, and sells his goods at prices as close as is consistent with the quality of stock he handles. He is ably assisted in the store by Mrs. Gertie Smith, Fon Burt and Clair Johnson. C. W. Burt was born on his father's farm in Richland township in this county, Oct. 15, 1845. He was raised in the county and undertook his first business venture during the civil war, as a photographer. After the war he accepted a position as a salesman in the store of Dixon & Reeves, and later with Mauzy & Sons. In 1868 he formed a partnership with J. B. Reeves, and for eleven years conducted a store under the firm name of Reeves & Burt. In 1890 he retired from the firm and started his present business. Dec. 19, 1876, he was united in marriage to Miss Hypatha Link, of this city, and resides in a handsome home of his own at the corner of Third and Perkins streets.

Residence Of C. W. Burt

NE of the most popular traveling salesmen who ''make'' Rushville is Riley Hunt, who covers this territory in the interest of the Van Camp Hardware & Iron Co., of Indianapolis. Mr. Hunt is a native of Rush County, and until within the past few months made this city his home. He is the oldest son of Levi S. Hunt, a prosperous merchant of Fayetteville. He was born at New Salem, March 23, 1865, but his early life was spent at Fayetteville, to which point his father moved when he was but a small child. After graduating from the Fayetteville schools, he clerked in his fathers store until 1888, when he located in Connorsville, and clerked for the hardware firm of Hull & Hanson and their successors, Beckett & Burtt, for three years. He then returned to Rush County, and for the following four years, clerked in the hardware store of M. R. Hull. In 1893 he left the employ of Mr. Hull and accepted a similar position' with Havens & Riggs, resigning one year later to accept his present position. As a hardware drummer he has been eminently successful, and there are few men in Indiana who enjoy a more liberal patronage. He applies himself closely to his business, and is ever alert to the best interests of his customers as well as to his house. December 20, 1887, Mr. Hunt was united in marriage to Miss Anna Holland McMahon, of Richmond, Ohio, and this union has been blessed by the birth of a son and daughter, Wilbert C. and Nellie Enti Hunt. Mr. Hunt and his family now make their home in Indianapolis. He is a member of the K. of P., 1. O. QO. R., and the Commercial Travelers' Association.

Riley Hunt

The credit of operating the neatest and most attractive hardware store in Rushville belongs to M. R. Hull, Secretary, 'Treasurer and Manager of the Rush County Hardware Company. This business is located on Main street in what is known asthe Beher-King block, and they carry a complete line of hardware, embracing tools, farm and agricultural implements, stoves, tinware, etc. The building which is the home of the business is 167x20 feet and affords a large and commodious space for the shelving of the immense stock carried. Mr. Hull who has entire charge, and the active management of the business is well known to the people of this community, having been engaged in business here for the past fifteen years. The company was organized in 1897 for the purpose of increasing the buying facilities of the concern, thus enabling them to sell at a closer margin. M.

R. Hull was born at New Concord, O., August 5, 1848. His early life was spent in that state. In June, 1883, he removed to Rushville, and immediately after locating here engaged in the hardware business. In this connection it is interesting to note that there are perhaps few men in this state who have had a more extensive experience, or are more familiar with this business than the subject of this sketch, as he has spent over thirty-one years of his life in active participation in this line of work. He was married Dec. 30, 1880 to Miss Lou S. Smith of Rochester, N. Y., and to this union one child has been born, a daughter. Mr. Hull with his family resides on Main street. He is a member of the Masonic. Fraternity, the Knights of Pythias and also a member of Eastern Star Lodge. He belongs to the Methodist Church. He is assisted in his store by Mr. S. C, Connor, a popular and experienced salesman.

he enjoys is a high compliment tohim. The subject of this sketch was born in New York City, July 7, 1840. He received his early schooling in that city. July 5, 1870 he was united in marriage to Miss Sarah Mount of New York and to the union one child has been born a daughter, who is now grown and is the wife of Washington Allen. Mr. Kennard lives with his family on the corner of Morgan and Ruth Streets in a neat and comfortable home of his own. Mr. Kennard is deeply interested in anything pertaining to the development of this city, and is president of the Rushville Building Association No. to, and also belongs to the Commercial Club. He is an extensive owner of real estate in the city.

J. R. Carmichael & Bro

first became a trading point. Dr. W. B. Laughlin, grandfather of the brothers who are the subject of this sketch, was the founder of Rushville, and from that day there has not been a time when his descendants have not been active factors in its commercial circles. J. R. Carmichal has been engaged in the dry goods business here since 1874. Mr. Carmichael has _always enjoyed a good trade, but this was greatly increased, when, a year ago, the business was entirely reorganized, and Mr. L. Marsh Carmichael was admitted to partnership, and the old and disastrous credit system was abandoned, and the business put on a cash basis. Cash is paid for all goods, and the firm is enabled to quote very low prices. Dry goods, dress goods, notions; floor coverings, etc., are carried in stock. 'The Carmichael brothers are sons of the late Jno. Carmichael, who was the pioneer miller of Rush Co., and who as such probably exerted a greater influence in the way of bringing trade to to Rushville than any other man in the county. John Robinson Carmichael was born in this county, Nov. 25, 1839, and was raised here, receiving his early education in the city schools. He completed his schooling at Hanover College and Miami University at Oxford. After returning from school, he clerked in a local store, where he remained for ten years, when he resigned to become postmaster under Lincoln. After two years service he engaged in business for himself. He was married Nov. 24, 1868 to Miss Laura E. Poe, of this city, and to the union five children have been born. He resides in an attractive home of his own on North Main street. He is a Mason and member of the Royal Arcanum, and Presbyterian Church. L. Marsh Carmichael, the junior member of the firm, was born Nov. 25,1850. He attended school at the Miami University. After leaving school he Renuavoin otk CLAMS ake whanau spent three years in business in Indianapolis, when he returned to Rushville and clerked continuously for his brother, until he was admitted to partnership.

John S. Beale

of Rushville who have scored a pronounced success is John S. Beale. His place of business, which is located in the Commercial Block on Main Street, is at all seasons of-the year a place of activity, which in a general way indicates the volume of business done. Mr. Beale started in business in Rushville as a tinner, and so efficient was he in this branch of work, that he to-day is recognized as one of the best tinners in this section of the state. Later he added to his business plumbing, gas and steam fitting departments, complete in every detail, and is now enjoying a lucrative business in each of these branches. Mr. Beal carries in stock the most complete line of fittings in this city, and also keeps for the convenience of the public, a full line of pumps of all kinds, lubricating oils, Stew. A large force of skilled workmen are employed and Mr. Beale guarantees all work entrusted to his care. He has a contract for tapping city mains for parties desiring water service. The subject of this sketch was born and raised in this city and is the son of the late Tom Beale. After leaving school he learned the tinners' trade, and for a number of years worked in Indianapolis and other cities as a journeyman. His present business was established in 1892, and has been a success from the start. Mr. Beal is a member of the I. O. O. R.

similar to that which he is conducting here. On March 28th, 1888, he was united in marriage to Miss Anna B. Starr, and to this union two children have been born, Hazel, aged nine, and Royden, aged seven. Mr. Cox is a member of the Knights of Pythias. Yauky was born in Henry County, this state, March 11, 1856, on the farm of his father, John Yauky. His early life was spent in that county, and, like his partner,' he was engaged in the lumber and manufacturing business near New Castle, in which business he has had fifteen years experience.» He was united in marriage on Sept. 24, 1869, to Miss Ruth

Betker & Tompkins

UST east of the post office on Morgan street is located the cigar store and factory of Betker & Tompkins. This store is a credit to Rushville, and attracts the attention and admiration. of all strangers who visit here. A line of cigars, tobacco and smokers' supplies is carried. The firm is the local representative of the American Tobacco Company. The rear part of the building is used as a factory, and it is here that the celebrated Raymo and Del Rhea cigars are manufactured. The firm is composed of Theo. W. Betker and Robt. L. Tompkins. Theo. W. Betker who has charge of the business, was born in Cincinnati, July 6, 1863. He moved to Rushville when quite young and attended the Rushville schools up to the time of his father's death in 1881. Immediately afterwards he took a position with Benjamin F. Martin, as clerk in grocery, leaving there to take charge of the trimming department of the Parry Manufacturing Company. In 1883 he took a position with Geo. Wingerter's cigar manufacturing establishment. He worked himself up to foreman, book-keeper and general manager, and in 1891 was admitted to partnership and the factory was removed to Indianapolis. In 1892 he sold his interest to Mr. Wingerter and returned to Rushville, where in March, 1893, he engaged in his present business with Robt. L. Tompkins. Oct. 17th, 1898, the factory was removed to the present location and the retail business was added. Mr. Betker was married Oct. 25, 1888 to Miss Nellie Tompkins, and one child was born to them, Lillian Pauline, Dec. 17th, 1891. Mr. Betker is aa member of the K. of P., Rushville Social Club, Commercial Club, and other societies.

Interior Of Betker & Tompkins Cigar Store Theo. W, Betk

« cial fertilizers in this vicinity, and for the past seven years he has devoted his time and energy to the study of agricultural chemistry, and to the discovering of a fertilizer which is best suited to the peculiar soil of this locality. Tests have been made with a view to securing the highest possible results from fertilizers combining the most valuable chemical properties and giving to the land the most soluable plant substance. These are found to exist in mineral phosphates and other matter treated after certain formulas -and*so prepared as to render each fertilizer perfect in its application to secure specific results. He has after careful research selected several leading brands of eastern fertilizers, which experience has taught him are the best and most economical for the soil'in this county. In saying that these brands are the most economical, it is not meant to convey the idea that they are the lowest in price, but they are certainly a better investment than the many so called cheap fertilizers which are now on the market. Mr. Norris takes pleasure in furnishing an analysis of the brands he handles, at any time to parties interested. Mr. Norris has for years been a prominent farmer in this community, and has experimented with every prominent brand sold in this locality, and he is therefore capable and able of rendering an opinion from observation and not from hearsay. . O. C. Norris was born in this county Aug. 26, 1862, and is the oldest son of D. C. Norris. He was raised on his father's farm near Rushville, and.received a county school education, supplemented by a course in Butler University at Indianapolis. After leaving school he farmed for himself, and is now located on a 151 acre farm of his own, 3% miles north-east of Rushville, and has since that time successfully followed the vocation. February 27, 1885, he was united in marriage to Miss Emma G. Moffet, and is the father of two children. He is a member of the Masonic Order, the I. O. O. F., Modern Woodmen, and PAi-Delta- Theta - the latter a college Greek fraternity. He and his wife are members of the Christian Church. Mr. Norris has taken a large number of orders for the coming season, and with scarcely a single exception, those who have used his fertilizers in the past have re-ordered.

The.-. Promoter

HE oldest druggist in Rushville is Dr. E. D. Beher. He was born at Cincinnati, Ohio, July 22, 1836, and when but a small child, removed with his parents to this city. His early education which was obtained in the public schools, was suplemented by a course in the Fairview Academy and the Hamilton County Academy. Later he entered the Ohio Medical College, graduating from that institution in 1857. After leaving school he re-located here and opened an office and began the practice of medicine. In 1865 he opened his drug store and has been continuously engaged in the business since. He is askilled optician and makes a specialty of optical goods and also surgical supplies of all kinds. He has on the market a number of proprietary preparations which are very popular. He is quite extensively interested in real estate, and in addition to his Rushville possessions, owns valuable property in Greenfield, this state, and in Kansas and Texas.

Chas. E. Ferrell New York Cheap Store

NE OF the stores in Rushville which enjoys a large share of the public patronage is that of Alex P. Felter, known as The New York Cheap Store. To attempt to enumerate the various lines of goods carried in stock would be almost impossible, and a better idea can be gathered by a glance at the accompanying illustration than by. an attempt to go into detail. Every conceivable article for which there can be found:a use in any household can be found on the shelves, and so enormous is the stock carried that three floors are required to accommodate it. A person paying a first visit to this store will be surprised at the cheapness at which goods are sold. 'The business was established in this city six years ago and has been a success from the start. Mr. Felter is ably assisted in the store by his daughter, Miss Bertha.

The life and business career of Alex P. Felter has been a diversified one, and the degree of success he has attained reflects credit upon his judgment and business ability. He was born in Hamilton County, Ohio, near the small town of Montgomery, March 9, 1840. He spent his early life until he was seventeen years of age on his father's farm when he left home and located at Williamsburg, Ohio, where he began his mercantile career. After leaving Williamsburg he engaged in business at Locust Corners, where he successfully conducted a general merchandising business for nee ee He then engaged in business in New Bana, Ohio, Cincinnati and Pana, III in Pana in 1892 to locate in Rushville. The subject of this sketch was in 1 eee Locust Corner, June rst, 1864, and to this union ee children were born. ite ee Ce death of his wife. The oldest daughter is the wif eee ee wae sacemeaaay Se daug s the wite of Mr. Chas. Anthony of Hillsboro. Til. The two daughters Misses Bertha and Florilla live at home with their father. Mr. Felter is a member of the I . OM ps. be longs to the Methodist Church. The New York Store is opposite the post office on Second street ees

Interior New York Cheap Store Rushville Steai Laundry

5 aes fifteen years or more the people of Rushville have had the benefit of an up-to-date and enterprising home laundry and they have learned to appreciate the benefits of such an institution. The traveling public and those desiring work quickly and elegantly done, have learned that no institution of the kind turns out work on shorter notice or of higher quality. This fact alone has had much at r to do with securing and holding to the a Rushville Steam Laundry, the prestige We it enjoys over all competition, both dom- 1 ae estic and foreign. For a number of ih years after the establishment of this a.

laundry, it was the prevailing custom among the people of Rushville to send a very large proportion of their work to Indianapolis and Cincinnati. This firm, quickly recognizing the necessity of securing the entire home trade, adopted immediate measures to accomplish that end ; - first, by equipping their laundry

RESIDENCE OF THEODORE ABERCROMBIE. and care ; and third, by following busi- | ness methods strictly honest and entirely Re satisfactory to their patrons. In this manner they have ¥ almost entirely overcome foreign competition, and have Ky more than held their own against all. The firm gives ie constant employment to from 7 to ro people, all experienced i and skilled in the business. Wm. J. Finney, one of the Wi: members of the firm, came to Rushville from Ohio, about ee fifteen years ago, and was first employed by the drug firm of i W. J. Waite & Co., and then as engineer at the Gem mill. t. He became an employe of the Rushville Steam Laundry | et about eight years ago, and has been connected with it since, ye purchasing the interest of Mr. Gibbons when he retired Ea from the firm. He has made himself thoroughly proficient in he | all the details of the work. John Fleehart, the other mem- ae ber of the firm, is one of the best known citizens of Rush- A ville. Having been born in this county, his interests have i. , been identified with those of Rush County people from that (i time to the present. (oe He spent the first RUSHVILLE STEAM LAUNDRY. 1 | years of his life in i agricultural pursuits, then for a number of years was engaged in the lumber and | mill business. Mr. Fleehart has always been recognized as a man of superior business Nie: oe ability and qualifications. In 1876 he was elected Treasurer of this county, which i position he filled for two terms. After retiring from office he again engaged in the lumber and mill business, and so continued up to the time of purchasing an interest in

Dr. W. C. Smith

R. W. C. Smith, one of the younger members of the medical profession in Rush il County, was born February 23, 1866, at Fairview, in the adjoining county of | i _ Fayette. He received a good education in the common schools of this county. i a

H. Smith, and then enrolled himself as a student in the Ohio Medical College at Cin- | cinnati, Ohio. He graduated from this institution in 1892, and immediately thereafter i opened an office and began the practice of his profession in this city. He has been ay ae successfuland has enjoyed a lucrative practice. Heisa member of the County Medical Society, and for one year served as president of that body. For four years he was county physician, and is the present secretary of the City Board of Health. He was le married April 6, 1892, to Miss Blanche Conde, and one daughter, Norma, has blessed | the union. He is a member of the Union District Medical Society, Tribe of Ben Hur, I. O. O. R. and Methodist church. He is president of the Home Telephone Company.

of Wisconsin, this firm is in a position to guarantee that all prescriptions entrusted to them will be filled with scrupulous care and _ precision. Raymond C. Hargrove was born Nov. 26, 1868, in Shelby County, and is the son of the late W.. S. Hargrove a well-known practicing physician. Ih 1869, the elder Hargrove removed to Rush County and located in New Salem. At the age of nineteen the subject of this sketch entered the drug store of Roosa & Ratliff as an apprentice, and for three years applied himself to mastering the details of the business. He then attended pharmaceutical college for three years, and after graduating accepted a position with W. J. Waite, with whom he continued for five years until 1895, when he went into business for himself. He is a member of the Christian Church and is also a Mason and K. of P. C. F. Mullin is one of the best known men in Rush County where he has resided for over 30 years. He was born in Ripley County, March 9, 1846, and isthe son of Rev. Mark H. Mullin, deceased. At the early age of sixteen he enlisted in the armyas a member of the 22d Indiana Volunteer Infantry ; after four years service he was mustered out at the close of the war and located in this county. in clerical work of various kinds, and for six years, served this county as Auditor. He was also Deputy State Auditor under Col. E. H. Wolfe. He was married in 1867 to Miss Viola Smith and with his family which consists of two sons and two daughters, resides in what is known as the Gowdy homestead. Mr. Mullin's interests in the business are represented by his oldest son-Bert, who is a practical pharmacist, and'who for two years clerked for Hargrove & Stewart.

R. F. R. McClanahan was born on the farm of his father, George McClanahan in Jefferson County, this state, June 21, 1860. After completing his education he engaged in school teaching, and followed the vocation for a number of years. In 1884, he entered the dental office of Dr. Wm. Johnson as an assistant and continued with him for two years, after which he enrolled himself as a student in the Ohio College of Dental Surgery. He graduated in 1890, receiving a gold medal as a mark of the highest honors of his class, and for the following five years practiced his chosen profession. The succeeding year was spent in practice in Europe, and upon his return in 1895, he located in Rushville. He has an attractive suite of rooms in the rear of the Windsor hotel which are equipped with every appliance of modern dentistry. Dr. McClanahan, since coming to Rushville, has enjoyed a large practice. He was married Oct. 14, 1890, to Miss Lizzie Martin, of Rising Sun, and to this union two bright, pretty children have bern born.

N west Third street is located the grocery store of M. V. Spivey. This business came into the possession of Mr. Spivey about three years ago, when he purchased the stock of L. J. Walters. After taking possession he enlarged the stock and added many new lines of choice staple and fancy groceries, and now has one of the most complete stores of this kind in the city. He runs a free delivery and his trade extends to all parts of the city. He is a gentleman whose pleasant personality attracts to him many friends and customers. Martin V. Spivey was born, Jan. 14, 1862, and is a younger brother of Postmaster Ad. V. Spivey. 'The place of his birth was Fayetteville, where he continued to reside until attaining his majority, when he traveled for a number of years, finally locating in Rushville, where for 6 years he was connected with the grain business of A. G. Mauzy. He left this business to embark in his present enterprise. He was married Oct. 15, 1891,:to Miss Pearl Rounds. Three children have blessed this union. He is a member of the Modern Woodmen.

He was born near the old Looney homestead in this county, Nov. 19, 1844, being the son of John S. and Eliza (Thompson ) Looney. He received a common school education which has been supplemented by his own reading and application. He has been engaged in agriculture during his entire career, but has always taken an interest in politics. He has frequently represented his

Trustee of Union township, a position which he still occupies. Few men discharge a a public trust with more care and fidelity than Mr. Looney, and in looking after the important financial interests of his office, he has beeu characterized by sterling honesty and economy in the use of public funds. He was married Sept. 5, 1877, to Miss Hattie A. Jones, of Covington, Ky. She died Oct. 19, 1880, and Mr. Looney was again married, Feb. 1, 1888, to Miss Martha E. Powell, of Bentonville, Ind. Mrs. Looney is an educated and cultured woman, and one of the most highly esteemed ladies of Rush County. Mr. Looney owns a splendid farm of 230 acres, about four miles east of Rushville, where he resides. He and his wife are members of the Christian Church. GEO. W. LOONEY, JR.

a ae WILLIAM A. MULL. ma Tae | 'Gis of the substantial and pro- ) gressive men of Rush County | a is the subject of this sketch. a) Sig He was born in this county June 28, Pa i | 1861 and has been identified with its Hi progress and development up to the / present time. His parents are Henry C. and Elvira (Shaw) Mull both of whom are also natives of Rush County and are still living. Their farm adjoins that of their son, located in the southwest portion of Rushville Township. Wm. A. Mull received such early education as was afforded in the common schools of the County, supplemented by his own study and in- oe vestigation. From the time he began aan) ia to make his own way in life he suc- Sait i | cessfully and exclusively followed the | RESIDENCE OF. WM. A, MULE, hed i | occupation of farming up to the period A ti i | when Natural Gas was discovered in Indiana. He soon became deeply interested in the gas problem, making that a special

I | study, and to-day there is probably no man in the gas or oil fields of the state who possesses a more thorough and practical i knowledge of all the details of the business than Mr. Mull. Being naturally of a mechanical turn of mind be soon mastered i | all the details. of mechanism that pertain to the business and put them to practical use. _He was among the first men in this BD . | part of the country who began the drilling of gas 7 7 wells and still continues at the business. His success in this line has been very unusual, and whoever secures his services can be assured not only of the best skill and competency, but of thoroughly honest and straight-forward treatment. Within the past five years Mr. Mull has drilled more than onehundred wells in Rush and adjoining counties, and the work he has done for the best and most substantial of our citizens, bears ample testimony to these statements.

On September 6th, 1885, Mr. Mull was united in marriage to Miss Laura J. Fisher, daughter of Benjamin Fisher of Shelby County. Mrs. Mull is a woman of unusual energy and business ability, and has been her husband's efficient helper, constantly looking after his business interests with great fidelity when his duties have i Central Fuel Gas Co. of Rushville and has a one-fourth i CCU Eee nie tele Reiy shoe: interest te the Manilla Natural Gas Plant. judgment as to the location of a gas well is more un- HI | erring than his. Although as stated above, he was + || one of the first men in the County to embark in the an gas drilling business, it is safe to Say that he has iB | met with fewer failures in securing gas than any man Ht || engaged in the business in this vicinity. The ac- | companying illustration gives some idea to those not familiar with the subject, of how a gas well is Pe drilled. The photograph from which this engraving was made was taken just as Mr. Mull was «"< shoot- | ing'' one of the first wells drilled in this part of 'ia the State. During the coming season Mr. Bi | Mull will be better prepared than ever before to handle contracts for drilling as he has recently added . a quantity of the latest improved machinery. and | appliances. Parties contemplating sinking wells 7 should see-Mr.-Mull-as-he is-ever- ready to: furnish iy estimates on all work of this character... =)

The Enterprise Coffee Co

HIS industry, while comparatively new and unknown to many of the citizens of Rush County, is one which is destined to become a great success, and should receive the support and co-operation of every one who has an interest in the welfare of the county. It should be the invariable rule with the citizens of any community, where an article of local production is brought into competition with that of some foreign concern, to give the local product the preference. This preference should be given, provided, of course, that the quality and price are equal. In the case of the Enterprise Coffee Company, there can be no doubt as to the quality of their product. They buy the best and highest grades of green coffee, direct from the importers, use the latest and most improved roaster, thereby retaining the strength and aroma of the bean; employ an experienced blender, and are in a position to defy competition to : produce coffees which will give better satisfaction to those who try them, J. E. MERRILL fea tae eee than their brands. That this is a true statement is certainly being evidenced who have given them a trial are more than pleased with the result. In this connection it is interesting to note that in the preparation of these goods, this firm uses none of the adulterations so commonly used by unscrupulous roasters or blenders, to give to their products an artificial : strength or flavor. The company in addition to placing a large amount of bulk coffee upon the market make a specialty of package goods. The Red Cross and Leader are the _ two brands which are finding most favor with housewives. Both are excellent and should be given a trial by all lovers of good coffee. This firm also conducts in connection with the coffee business, quite an extensive jobbing business in teas, spices, toilet and laundry soap, flavoring extracts, baking powder, drug staples and sundries, bluing, cologne, starch, cigars and tobaccos, and many other household necessities. This business was established in the early part of 1898, and its wonderful growth in so short a time reflects great credit upon the Merrill Bros., and especially J. E. Merrill who was the founder of the business. January 1st, of the present year, Mr. William Merrill formerly of Madison County, was admitted to partnership. The business will be considerably enlarged during the present year. ENTERPRISE COFFEE COMPANY.

Johnson & Schattner

HE members of this firm, Geo. L. Johnson and Chas. F. Schattner are both young men, who are enterprising and progressive. In September of the past year they purchased the business of entirely new stock placed on the shelves. The store and stock are models of cleanliness and neatness, and the fact that their expenses are very light will enable them to sell goods at prices less than that of competitors. Since taking possession, the business has more than doubled, and is still further expanding. Mr. Johnson is an experienced grocery man, having been previously engaged in the business at Connersville. Both ofthe partners are wood carvers, and prior to engaging in business were employed at the Innis, Pearce & Co. furniture factory. Mr. Johnson is a native of Indiana, having been born at Connersville, July 16, 1873. He isa member of the Masonic fraternity and Presbyterian Church. Mr. Schattner was born in this city, November 8, 1878, and has resided here continuously since. He is a member ' CHAS. F. SCHATTNER. of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.

Rs Ree Sees

Bis SPARKS was born it Knightstown, Nov. 5, 1868. When a small child his father Dr. J. B. Sparks removed to Carthage, where the subject of this sketch was raised. After receiving such education as was obtainable in the Carthage schools, city until July 1, 1897 when he removed to Rushville where he fitted up an elegant suit of rooms over the clothing store of Frank Wilson Fle was married December 25, 1893 to Miss Nora Davis, of Richmond, Ind., and the union has been blessed by the birth of a son and daughter. The doctor owns a comfort: able and attractive home at the corner of Main and Eighth Streets. He is a member of the Eastern Indiana Dental Association, the Masons, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias and the Methodist Church.

Residence Of Dr. F. M. Sparks Harry T. Carr

Ate Bb dlonh east corner of Main and Seventh Streets is located one of the best equipped and most thoroughly stocked groceries in Rushville. Mr. Carr has been a leading business man 'in this city for many years and whatever he un lertakes to.do is always well done.. He carries complete lines and highest grades of staple and fancy groceries, cigars and tobacco, fancy and plain candies, meats, bread, fruit and vegetables in season, etc., etc. Besides a strong city trade, he enjoys one

Harry T. Carr

Harry T. Carr was born in Rushville Feb. 24, 1848, was educated in the schools of the city and graduated from the Wabash Commer- Cial Institute of Greencastle, Ind. After grad-

He was then engaged in the clothing business for years as Assistant Cashier of the Rush County National Bank. 18, 1879, he was married to Miss Jennetta Marshall. Two 1S a member of the Presbyterian Church Masons and K. of P.

about six years in partnership with J. S. Lakin. He served three He purchased his present business March 29, 1898. December children, Miss Edith and Harrie, have blessed the union. He

Edward M. Kelly

''Ed.'' Kelly's skill and judgment have been in great demand in balancing them up and bringing them to smoothness of gait and perfect action. a tough customer that ''Ed.'' can't straighten out. Our subject was born August 8, 1861, being the son of Dennis and Susan Kelly, both natives of Ireland. He received a common school education, and devot- November 11 1891, he was married to Miss Mariah C. Costello, of ey ae street, between Main and Perkins is the blacksmithing establishment of : Ed.'' Kelly. Mr. Kelly began blacksmithing at the age of sixteen, and has cen at it constantly up to the present time. He has been in business for himself at his present location for twelve years, and by industry, close application and honest

Kelly made shoeing a specialty, and particularly in the line of speed horses. Few towns in the world have had\. miore noted trotters, pacers, and runners prepared for the track than Rushville, :and

Residence Of Edward M. Kelly Frank Gregg

July 12, 1878. He received his education in the city schools, and © when quite young began as a clerk 1 of James Kirkpatrick, making himse fu Under his painstaking and energetic methods, ably assisted by Mr. Rob Conover, who is always hustling for the interests of his f Collier's Grocery has

'hes citizens of Rushville who live in the northern part of the city are to be congratulated upon having in their midst a grocery establishment such as that owned by Mrs. Collier and operated by Mr. Frank Gregg. This store has not only proven a great convenience to those living in the neighborhood, but it has been a pronounced factor in the grocery trade of the entire city. The fact that the store is conducted at the very least possible expense, has enabled them to quote astonishingly low prices, and their trade is extending to all parts of the city. A free delivery is run and telephone calls are' promptly answered. Mr. Gregg, who has charge of the. business is a practical and experienced grocery man, and Mrs. Collier could not have secured a more trustworthy or popular young man to conduct the business. Anything that should be kept in a first class £ L0.C GLY Can "be found on

Dr. D. H. Dean

_R. D. H. DEAN is a native of Bartholomew County, ae 2 having been born on the farm of his father, J. L.- . near Columbus. Shortly after the birth of the subjec o this sketch, his father retired from active Bee nas in farming and removed to Columbus where his c a 5 could be given the advantages of the excellent pede SO that city. After receiving such education as was oO see able in the public schools, Dr. Dean entered the pore College, at Franklin, this state, and in 1885 graduate with high honors. He had decided to devote his life the practice of medicine, and had given much thought an research to the profession practiced by the Disciples of Esculapius. Immediately after the completion of his collegiate course he devoted considerable time and thought to the important matter of selecting the best institution in which to acquire a professional aaNet Although entertaining liberal views as to the different Schools of Medicine, whic is still characteristic of Dr. Dean, he enrolled his name as a student in the Chicago Homeopathic Medical College, the best college of its kind in the country, and in 1889, graduated from this institution with high honors. After leaving college he located in Columbus, where for two years he practiced in conjunction with Dr. A. Rice, with wk whom he had formerly - - - read medi- DR. D. H. DEAN, Cine'. In 1890 he removed to Rushville, and has since made this city his home. The success of Dr. Dean in his profession has been little short of phenomenal. In less than ten years he has established a reputation and built up a practice which has excited the interest of all who have watched his career. His rise from a comparatively unknown and obscure physician to his present high standing in the front rank of his profession has been rapid and continuous, with no break in its upward gradation His success is attributed to the intense earnestness he has displayed from the time he entered upon the study of medicine, coupled with abilities of a high order, and a personality which has won for him friends in every walk of life. Dr. Dean's practice is limited to no particular social class. He goes in and out among the homes of the poor and the rich alike, his presence giving confidence, and his medical skill affording relief to sick and suffering humanity. The subject of this sketch was happily married January rst, 1894, to Miss Mary A. Irvin, one of this city's most charming and accomplished ladies. and together with his wife, resides in an attractive home, which he built for his own occupancy on the corner of Harrison and Fourth streets, in 1893. His office is located on Third, near Main street. Dr. Dean has recently added to his office equipment an electrical apparatus for the treatment of nervous diseases.

¢ ceived his general education in the city schools of Columbus, Ind. and at Hartsville College. He received his professional education in the Dental Department of The University of Indianapolis, from which institution he graduated in 1896. Besides preparatory work he has had two years of regular practice and js thoroughly up in all branches ofhis profession. Hisoffice is in the rear of Dr. D. H. Dean's office and is nicely equipped." Dr::J--H. Dean spends Wednesday and Thursday of each week at his Rushville office, and - Friday at Milroy. No young | men have been more suc. | a cessful than the Drs. Dean.

Interior View, Dr. D. H. The Sterling Buggy Co

HE latest acquisition to the manufacturing industries of Rushville is the Sterling Buggy Co. This institution was removed to this city from Anderson, and first began operations, January 1st, of this year. They will manufacture high and medium grade buggies, surreys, phaetons and road wagons, and have an annual capacity of about 2000 vehicles. C. E. Cowing & Bro. have secured the local agency for the concern. 'The home of this new industry is in the northern part the city, near the factory of Cox & Yauky. The building has been more than doubled in size, and is otherwise improved. About fifty skilled mechanics are employed by this company.

Parties living in this vicinity who contemplate purchasing any style of vehicle in the near future should not fail to see the line manufactured by this home institution. Mr. C. H.

Lambert, the proprietor of the Sterling Buggy Company is a young man whose business and social qualifications make him doubly welcome to Rushville. He was born in Champaigne county, near Springfield, Ohio, in 1866. When but a small child he came to Indiana and for twenty two years was engaged in business in Union City. In 1894 he removed to Anderson and, associated with his father and brothers, organized the Anderson Carriage Manufacturing Company and for four years engaged in the manufacture of vehicles and vehicle parts. The latter part of last year he retired from this firm and started his present business. He was married January 1, 1888, to Miss Carrie Burkett, of Union City and to them one child, a son, has been born. Mr. Lambertis a member of the K.of P.

King Block. He is thorough and scientific in all branches of his profession, and believes in those methods of treatment, which produce the best results with the least pain. He has therefore given special attention to the use of gas in the extraction of teeth, and the late process known as'' Cataphoresis,'' by which teeth are treated preparatory to filling and extraction, so as to produce the least possible pain. In addition to plate work and fillings, he makes a specialty of crown and bridge work, never permitting the use of anything but the very highest grades of material. He takes particular interest in the was born Aug. 30, 1861 and educated in the common and normal schools of Hope and Danville, Indiana. After retiring from college, he was a teacher for a number of years. He then graduated from the Indiana Dental College, and later took a post-graduate course in Prosthetic dentistry. He has had about twelve years of successful practice, which is constantly increasing. Dr. Smith was married June 9, 1891, to Miss Maggie O'Connor of Bartholomew both daughters; Lorene, aged six, and Marjory, aged five years. Dr Smith and his wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and he is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Knights of Pythias order. He also belongs to, and was at one time an officer of the Indiana Dental Association.

his place of business on Main Street is very popular with the trading public, When a little over a year ago Mr. Abercrombie came into posession of this business, having purchased it of Jno. A. Spurrier, he fully. realized that he was coming into active competition with men who had been engaged in the business here for years, but he never faltered, and has, by his business methods and fair honest dealing, forged rapidly to the front, and is now numbered among the city S most successful business men. Another thing to which may be attributed much of his success is the fact that he is an expert watch maker who thoroughly understands every detail of the work, For eight years prior to engaging in business he was employed by Mr. Spurrier, and gained a host of patrons by his skill and proficiency. An entirely new feature which has recently been added by the progressive proprietor of the business is gold, silver and nickel plating. Parties having work of this kind should consult him, as he is prepared to do the work at very low prices. A complete line of optical goods are carried and eyes: are examined and tested tree of charge. Small musical instruments of all description together with supplies are kept in stock, and it 1s safe to say that in this line Mr. Abercrombie does a more satisfactory _business than any competitor in the county. Another line to which attention is given is supplies for sewing machines, and such articles as are needed for any of the standard makes can be found there. Among the attributes to Mr. Abercrombie's success, his close application to business and economical management are conspicious. From an apprentice at a small salary he worked his way up, saved his earning and became proprietor.

partnership. Both Mr. Spurrier and his son are expert musicians, and the fact that they take great interest in their work has much to do with their continued success. They handle the leading standard makes of both pianos and organs, and control in addition to Rush, the adjoining counties for the sale of the goods made by the firms they represent. The firm requires two wagons for the delivery of goods sold. This firm has the distinction of being the oldest and largest exclusive music house in this section of the state. John A. Spurrier, the senior member of the firm was born in Morristown, this State, February 17, 1849 and has been a 'resident of Rushville for the past twenty-six years. Lowell M. Spurrier was born in Fayette County, September r1, 1869; he was admitted to partnership in the business with his father in 1889. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias. |

After coming into possession of the business he introduced in its management the same principles which had characterized him through life with the result that he is to-day numbered among the most 'substantial of the city's business men. The subject of this sketch was born in Franklin County, this state, June 12, 1861, and became a citizen of Rushville in 1888.

Jno. A. Spurrier & Son

Son. Mr. Spurrier is one of the best known men in the county. For a number of years he conducted a jewelry store here and did a thriving business. While conducting the jewelry store he added as one of his lines, musical instruments of all description. So rapidly did this branch of the business expand under his able manentire time and energy to the sale e he admitted his son, Lowell to

Jno, A. Spurrier

| brothers. 'The business continued successfully under this management until in 1883 when it was transferred to George G. and. Ed. H., sons of W. C.

Mauzy. It was then that the Mauzy Company was formed and for fourteen years continued the business, each year expanding it and keeping pace with | | the many evolutions and inovations which were being introduced into the business. January 1st of this year the third change was made. «The death of Wesley G., retirement of Edward H., and subsequent disposition of the interests of Geo. G. to Albert Denning, changed the firm to the present style. Scarcely had the new firm assumed. the management ere changes and improvements were made which marked the progressive spirit of the proprietors. The double store room which for so many years had been the home of the business was entirely remodeled. The partition was torn away and the ground floor thrown into an enormous room 40 x 160 feet. Elegant plate glass windows, the largest in the city replaced the old ones, and the building was made modern and up-to-date in every particular. The improvements, however, did not stop with the remodeling of the building, for the firm increased their stock in every department, especially dry goods and shoes. The store is what might be known as a department store, so great is the variety and assortment of stock carried. Dry goods, dress goods, notions and fancy goods, boots and shoes, ladies' gent's and children's SHOE DEPARTMENT OF MAUZY & DENNING, _ furnishing goods, bicycles and supplies, carpets, Bae S linoleums, oilcloths, window shades, wall paper and interior decorations. A complete dress making and ladies' tailoring establishment is a new feature which has been recently added. A millinery department conducted by Mrs. M. S. Eubanks is also connected with the store for the convenience of lady patrons. It would be almost impossible to attempt to describe in detail these =| various departments and a brief mention only will} - be made of each. That portion of the room to the East of the main entrance is devoted exclusively to dry goods; this part of the business is presided over by Mr. Mauzy, and it is safe to say that there is not in this entire section of the | country, a better or more competent dry goods man. A life time spent in the business~has ably | fitted him for it, and among wholesale houses he enjoys the reputation of being one of the best

| judges of styles and fabrics and closest buyers in the state.' Mr. Denning has charge of the shoe department and managed it for the old company for fourteen years prior to being admitted to partnership. By his treatment of the public he has | brought the business up to its present standard. Nothing but such footwear as Is manufactured by

S. k room is another depart- a ; Te EMEMMEch. special Penton should be made. The accompanying illustration gives some idea of the amount of stock carried. It is seldom that you can find in a town the size of Rushville, so complete a line of, cloaks and wraps from which to make a'selection. In this department ready made suits are also carried. | ti

Weeks & Son

HE establishment of Weeks & Son is simply an lk ideal meat market. This firm enjoys a splendid local business, and in addition to this furnish all the meat consumed by the Soldiers and Sailors' Orphan's Home. 'This contract alone requires about three thousand pounds of meat per week. The management of this institution express themselves as highly pleased with the superior service rendered by this firm. Nathan Weeks in addition to a long experience and a superior talent for his present business, is an all-round man of affairs. He was born in Henry County, Indiana, March 19, 1841, and up to the time he located in Rush County was engaged principally in the harness, saddle and buggy business. He served in the 36th Indiana Regiment during the Civil War. After the war he located in Rush County, first at Carthage and afterward in 1877 at Rushville. He soon took an interest in political matters and in 1884 made a vigorous canvas for Sheriff, but was beaten in the Republican convention for the nomination by three votes. Two years later he was nominated a ee to the ae r, to which office he was re-e 1 | ie vase eae eairs ea aie. pikes: Mr. Weeks was married Oct. i |

C m nd, 1863 to Miss Martha C. Macy, his present wife. He is a member of the I. O. O. F., K. of P. and Royal Arcanu Gis and Grand Army. Ulysses L. Weeks, the junior member of i the firm is one of the successful young men of the city, and 4 is th | largely to his energy and ability that the success of the firm is ne ia He has been in his present line of business for fifteen years an a member of the present firm for eight years. At present he is the | active man of the firm, attending to all the outside details, but pari ticularly to the matter of purchasing the large amount of stock rerm. i | ae beac: judge of all kinds of stock, is strictly reliable in a all his transactions, and enjoys fully the confidence of the farming community and stock men in general. He is paying especial attention also to the important contract with the State for furnishing the Soldier's and Sailors' Orphan's Home with meat, and in this as wellas all matters pertaining to his business, is developing a degree of executive force and ability which is an assurance of the most satisfactory

Butcher Shop Of Weeks & Son

| ALGER & GRAY. | HERE is no industry in the country which is more important than the manufacture of flour. Good flour is a staple for | t which there is always a lively demand. Rush County is well Supplied with mills but the ea | one which is the most popular with the people is the City Mills of Alger & Gray. This my | firm manufactures a grade of flour which seems to just suit the wants of the people, and the | demand for it is such that they are kept busy filling their orders. heir leading brand has for a number of years been the '' Princess,'' but the first of the present year a change was made in the name and the same flour is now manufactured under the name of the Imes, 2" They also manufacture the '' Eureka'? which ig high grade patent, and it is no exaggeration -to Say that there is more of these two brands consumed in Rush County than all others combined. Messrs. Alger and Gray are both well known and popular. Mr. Alger was born and raised in this County, and for a number of years prior to coming to Rushville, conducted 4 mill at Glenwood. Mr. Gray is a native of the adjoining County of Fayette, and has been a resident of Rush County for the past fifteen years. Messrs. Alger & Gray

John H. Frazee

December 5, 1898. He is a graduate of the Rushville High School and has devoted most of his life to agriculture. He is the eldest son of the late Benjamin and Ruth (Thompson) Frazee, having been born at the Frazee homestead July 22,1857. Prior to his removal to Rushville, which occurred in the fall of 1896, he served Noble Township for two years in the capacity of Township Trustee. February 15, 1882 he was married to Miss Anna M. Smith, daughter of Dr. W. H. Smith of Rushville. Mr. and Mrs. Frazee have two bright and handsome children ; Walter, aged fifteen and Florence, aged ten. They reside in nice residence property on North Harrison Street, in ad- . ition to which Mr. Frazee owns 700 acres of the finest land in Rush County. He and his wife are members of the Christian Church and he isa member of the Order of Red Men.

Geo. H. Havens

He continued in this line until he was elected to his present office. Mr. Havens has always been a staunch and hard working republican, but with the exception of one term as trustee of Rushville Township he has never had_ political preferment. Mr. Havens was married January 3rd, 1866, to Miss Louisa S. Sexton, of this city, and to this union four children have been born, Myrtle, Horatio, Walter, and Kitti Clover, allgrown. He resides on North Main street, in an attractive home of his own. He is a member of the Improved Order of Redmen, and the Methodist church. Mr. Havens is ably assisted in the discharge of his official duties by Alvin Moore.

known men in the county, having taken an active part in business and political affairs here for the last thirty-four years. He was born at Arlington, June 20, 1841. He received his education in the county schools, and after attaining his majority he accepted a clerkship in this city, but in a short time engaged in the grocery business for himself. He continued in this business successfully until 1880, when he disposed of the business and engaged in the agricultural business.

Winfield S. Thompson

Commissioner from the Southern District at the last general election, taking his office December 5, LSGSch ee was assessor of Orange Township two years just prior to his election as County Commissioner. His life has been devoted largely to agriculture, beginning at the age of twenty to make his own way in the world. He was born January 4, 1852 in Orange Township where he has always resided, being the fifth in a family of eight. His parents were Thomas and Hannah Thompson, and he is a nephew of Alf. Thompson of Orange, one of Rush County's most noted citizens. He was married August 23rd, 1874, to Miss Elizabeth Headley, of Shelby County. Mrs. Thompson is one of the most highly esteemed ladies of Orange Township. They have two children, Irvin and Jessie, aged 21 and 16 respectively. They reside at the Thompson homestead, e farm upon which Mr. Thompson was born. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson are members of the M. E. Church.

branches of his profession. His library embraces probably a thousand volumes, including all the standard and late works in general lines, as well as those bearing upon his specialties. In addition to his general practice, he gives special attention to chronic and _ neryoys diseases and diseases of the nose and throat. That Dr.

natural and logical, as he comes from a family of physicians. His grandfather, A. C. Dillon, was ainong the pioneer practitioners of Rush County, and followed his profession for a period of thirty-five years. His father, course, however, acquiring a classical and general education by four years study at Notre Dame College, and three years at Butler University, then graduated from of experience in the practice of medicine in Rush County, and stands in the front rank of his profession, enjoying an extensive and lucrative practice.

Dr. Otto P. Dillon was born April rst, 1869, and is the only son of Dr. J. C. and Mary J. (Florea) Dillon, he is a native of Rush County, having been born and reared on the old Dillon homestead in Centre Township. There is no physician in this section of the country who has made a more thorough study of the various specialties of the medical profession, nor is there any better prepared to treat them. He has an equipment of instruments which cannot be excelled. In addition to Dr. Dillon's handsome residence which is shown in the accompanying illustration, he has a summer villa at Torch Lake Michigan, where he each summer spends a few weeks inrecreation. Besides

' a large and lucrative practice in Rushville Dr. Dillon enjoys one of the largest countrv practices in the county. Dr. Dillon has made arrangements to open an office on Fifth, between Main and Morgan Streets.

The-..Promoter

HE busiest store in Rushville is Felton's Ninety-nine Cent Store on Main Street near Third. This business was established by Mr. Felton in the fall of 1887, and although it was a success from the very start it has more than doubled in the past ten years, both in the volume of business done and amount of stock carried. It would be impossible to enumerate the various articles carried. Some of the most important linesare queensware, glasswate, chinaware, lamps, books and stationery, school books and supplies, etc. He is ably assisted in the store by Mr. Harry Lakin and Miss Laura Trussler. Mr. Felton is admitted to be one of the best business men in Rushville, and is very popular. He was born Feb. 17, 1852, in Kingston, N. Y. After coming West he followed the vocation of book-keeping and kept books for the Palace Dry Goods Co. of Crawfordsville for eleven years. Mr. Felton was married in 1876 to INTERIOR OF C, F. FELTON'S NINETY CENT STORE,

Michigan, and together with his wife he resides in a neat home of his own on Fourth Street. Mr. Felton is president of the Prudential Building Association, and belongs to the Royal Arcanum and the I. O. O. R. He and his wife are members of pate in the room next to the post office is the plumbing establishment of John E. Gantner. Mr. Gantner is a thorough and practical plumber, gas and steam fitter, and during the summer months, conducts a bicycle repair shop. Since moving into his new quarters he has enlarged his business and added a considerable amount of stock. He is prepared to estimate on plumbing or gas fitting work in any part of the county, and the reputation which he has gained for superior workmanship is a guarantee that any work entrusted to him will be executed in a satisfactory manner... Mr. Gantner has worked at the trade for a number of years, and first started in business in 1895 in the rear of the Guffin building on Morgan street, but as his business expanded he found it necessary to secure more commodious quarters. Mr. Gantner was born in Rush County, August 9, 1873, and is a son of Nicholas Gantner. In addition to doing bicycle repair work, he carries a full line of supplies. Mr. Gantner is among the most enterprising of the young business men of Rushville, He is a member of the K. of P., I. O. R. M., Ben Hur, D. of P., and K. and L. of 5.

John E, Gantner

ENRY A. KRUSE, who for a number of years has been recognized as one of the best ar makers in Rush County, is the proprietor of Factory No. 87, which business was started during the past year. Mr. Kruse is a straight-forward, honorable and reliable gentleman, and he is putting on the market, cigars which are not excelled anywhere. His two leaders are '* Hernie's Five"' and '' Latonia.'' 'The citizens of this vicinity who are addicted to the smoking habit, should give these cigars a trial. He also Beak manufactures the Century Winner and Blue Bells, both of which are excellent cigars. Mr. Kruse is a member of the Cigar Makers International Union and is president of the local branch. Mr. Kruse learned the trade of cigar making and since coming to this country has worked in New York, Chicago and other large cities. He was married in Chicago in 1885 to Miss Sheve, and is the father of three children.