Rushville Township (part 4 of 5)

Rev Pla 10 Honauaish The Cash Bargain Store

| Gee of the latest store to open its doors to the public is known as the Cash Bargain Store, and while it has been started but a short time, it has already become a prime favorite with the people. Just what this store is and what are its purposes is rather fully explained in its name. 'The fact that it is constantly filled with customers is proof positive that they are getting good value for their money. Everything imaginable is kept in stock ; heavy. dry goods, novelties, notions, gent's furnishings, hardware, tinware, queensware, toys, stationery, shoes, hats, caps, and other useful and ornamental articles too numerous to mention. The proprietor of the store is Mr. J. W. Hogsett, a clever and sociable gentleman who recently came to this place from Scotto: Ky., where hoes, has spent eleven years engaged in Similar business. This store is rapidly becoming very popular with the people as J. W. HOGSETT. the bargains it offers become heralded about. Mr. Hogsett buys all his goods from the Eastern markets, and by purchasing in large quantities and paying cash for them he is enabled to sell them at a very close profit. He has moved his family to this city and is assisted in the store by his wife and son. He is much impressed with Rushville and Rush County and proposes to make this city his future home. He fully deserves the confidence and patronage which the people have extendéd to him. J. W. Hogsett was born in - Boone County, Kentucky, October 19, 1850, where his early life was spent. November 17, 1874, he was married to Miss Mary C. Man, and they have a family of eight children living. They are Floyd, Jenette, Alicia, Nannie, John, James, Mattie,

Interior Cash Bargain Store

Ae the successful business men. of Rushville, is Frank M. Wilson. From aclerk ata small salary at the age of fourteen, he has built himself up until he is to-day one of the most substantial business men of this county. 'This success is a tribute to the personal popularity of Mr. Wilson, and a strong endorsement of his methods of doing business. His increased each year since he has been in business. He carries a complete stock of men's, boys' and children's clothing and furnishing goods, hats and caps, trunks and valises, and does quite an extensive merchant tailoring business. Mr. Wilson has always practiced the policy of giving the best quality for the least money, and to his strict adherence to this policy may be attributed much of his success. He isa close buyer, pays cash for what he gets, thus taking advantage of all discounts, conducts his store at the lowest possible minimum of expense, and is enabled to give his customer the benefit of what he has thus saved. The public realizing the feasibility of this policy, have accorded him a liberal share of their patronage.

Frank M. Wilson was born November 19, 1858, on the farm of his father, Wm. Wilson, two miles south of Rush ville. After obtaining a common school education, he, in 1875, entered the clothing store of Rosenthal, Krouse & Co., as a clerk. After serving in this capacity for three years and clerking for one year in the store of Lakin & Carr, he formed a partnership with George Bliss, and under the firm name of Bliss & Wilson conducted a clothing store in the Odd Fellows' Block for eight years. In 1891, he disposed of his interest in the business to Mr. Bliss, and opened a store in the room two doors north of his present place of business. In July, 1894, he moved into his present quarters. He is ably assisted in the store by subject of this sketch was married November 5th, 1005, ; : Ht J and to this union one child has been born, a daughter, Alleen. Mr. Wilson and his } ie far ily reside in one of the handsomest A ; | ii is member of the Commercial Club, andtan officer and director of the Equitable Loan Association. He is also a member - i}

T NUMBER 114 East First Street, opposite the Court House, is located the black. A smith shop of W. M. Brown. Mr. Brown has been in this location for many years and has built up a business and a reputation of which he may well be proud,

He enjoys a patronage which is probably second to none in Rush County in his particular line, and which is increasing year by year as his skill and workmanship become better known. He makes a specialty of shoeing and is recognized as one of the very best in this part of the state. He gets his full share of this class of work from the patrons of the turf. Mr. Brown has not only been successful in building up a nice business, but has accumulated property, and is recognized as one of the progressive and substantial citizens of Rushville. He owns and resides in a nice residence property No. 325 First Street. He was born in Rush County June rst, 1859, his parents

: being Michael and Mary Brown. On November 25th, 1890, he was married to Miss Mary Gavin of Rushville. Three bright and handsome children have been born to them, two of whom George and Grace, died at about the age of two years. William G., aged sixteen months is now living. Mr. and Mrs. Brown are members of the Catholic Church.

Lucian Osborne

This business was established a little more than four years ago by the present proprietor and it has constantly expanded since that time. A full line of groceries of all kinds is carried, and everything kept on the shelves is new, fresh and clean. The proprietor of this business, J, H. Pearsey is a native of Rush County, having been born in this township December 14, 1829. His father was among the pioneer settlers, and the subject of this sketch followed farming until four years ago when he embarked in his present business. He was married September ro, 1856, to Miss Elizabeth Cassidy of Rush County. To this union four children were born, three of whom are living, one son and two daughters. He is a member of. the Christian Church. 'The accompanying illustration shows the grocery and residence of J. H. Pearsey.

Havens & Riggs

h | ape a comparatively small beginning Havens & Riggs have built themselves up until they are now recognized as the largest and most substantial firm of hardware dealers in Rushville. During the past ten years they have given special attention to the handling of agricultural implements of all descriptions and have supplied the farmers of this community with the best and newest inventions and most useful labor-saving farm machinery. Their leaders in this department are the John Deere corn planters, Osborne reapers, binders and mowers, Ohio cultivators, Rude Brothers wheat and corn drills, the Reeves clover hullers, the Studebaker wagons, manufactured at South Bend, the Oliver chilled and steel plows, and all other implements for which there is a demand. Besides the goods above enumerated, a complete line of farm and garden tools, builders' -andshelf hardware, guns and ammunition, table cutlery, pocket knives, shears, scissors, razors, butchers' knives and cleavers, saws of all kinds, and a thousand and one other articles of daily use. Their line of stoves is complete and exhaustive. This business was originally established in 1872, by John B. Kennedy, who in 1888, sold it to Wm. E. Havens and A. L. Riggs, at which time the present partnership was formed. As citizens, Messrs. Havens & Riggs possess the esteem and respect of their fellow townsmen in the fullest degree. They are largely interested in various enterprises in the city, and both are directors in the People's Gas Company and the Rushville Building & Loan Association. They also own a 160-acre farm within a mile and a half of the city, which is considered one of the finest in the county. William EK. Havens was born in this city June 20, 1854, and received his early education in the public schools. After attaining his majority he clerked for a number of years for the dry goods firm of Havens & Bodine, and later for the Mauzy Co. He was admitted to partnership in the lumber business with his father, Wm. H. Havens, under the firm name of Havens & Son. He continued in this business until 1888, when he disposed of his interest and formed the present partnership. In 1883, he served as the first treasurer of this city. December 8, 1880, he was united in marriage to Miss Emma Merrill of Connersville. Mr. Havens is a member of the Knights of Pythias, Improved Order of Redmen, the Commercial Club, and the Rushville Social Club. A. L. Riggs, the junior member of the firm, was born at Wabash, Ind., October 15, 1855. His mother removed to this city and he was raised here. Forsixteen years prior to purchasing the business, he clerked for the former proprietor, John B. Kennedy. June 7, 1876, he was united in marriage to Miss Luretta Havens, sister of his partner. This union has been blessed with one child, a daughter. Mr. Riggs lives in a handsome home of his own on Perkins Street. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias, second to none in the county. While the firm do not carry in stock a large line of goods, they have the county agency for a number of the most, popular makes of farm necessities, and each year do an enormous _ business. Their leaders are the Champion binders and mowers, and their worth is attested by their enormous 'sales. They also handle wheat ~threshers, Birdsell clover hullers, drills, cultivators, plows, harrows;, and the Eli hay press. They. keep in stock a full line of repairs for all machinery which they sell. Popular brands of fertilizers and high-grade buggies and farm wagons are also handled. -In addition to the above mentioned articles this firm has recently secured the local agency for what is claimed | a =| to be the best woven wire fence on the market. ' in| pO RUS autre This business was established in 1894, by Jas. 1. a, HRC | Ei.) Hinchman. .Q@ne year later, Jas. H. q | Hinchman was admitted to partnership. Jas. E. Hinchman was born October 12, 1856, in Rush County. He was raised on ae || the farm of his father in Jackson township, and after attaining his majority farmed until 1892, when he accepted a foremanship Bee) H in the factory of M. S. Huey, at Indianapolis. Three years later he resigned to engage in his present business. April 5, 1877, He di he was married to Miss Fannie Smelser, of this county. He is a member of the I. O. O. F. and I. O. R. M. Jas. H. Hinchman was born in Union township, this county, July 4, 1832, where he was raised. He has successfully farmed in that locality for the past 38 years. In 1861 he was married to Miss Anna Sexton, and is the father of three sons, all grown.

Fred. Clevenger

ny i Clevenger. Mr. Clevenger is well known to the citizens of Rush County, as a ne | he has been engaged in the saloon business on Second street for the past RY f nine years. He has always made it a point to keep the best quality of wines and liquors, and has at ail times enjoyed a liberal patronage. One thing commendable in Mr. Clevenger, is that in his cigar case can be found only those brands of cigars which are manufactured in Rushville. He is ably assisted by Frank Risk and Mike Oakerson, both of whom are very popular. Fred. Clevenger was born in Ripley County, this state, January 1, 1865. In 1870 he came with his parents to this city, and he has resided here continuously since. He was married March 9, 1890, to Miss Annie Risk, of Ripley County. He resides with his family on Carrogodo street.

Delaney Bradford

On the east side of Main street, one-half square north of the Court House is situated what is familiarly known as the '' Peoples' Restaurant,'' the proprietor of which is the subject of this sketch. This establishment is open from five o'clock a. m. till midnight, variety of meat, gameor fish, which cannotalways be had in season, at the '< Peoples' Restaurant." Regular board is $3.00 per week. This establishment also carries a first class line of cigars and tobacco. Delaney Bradford has the reputation of being one of the finest cooks that ever came to Rushville, having had twenty-five years Of experience, during which time he practiced his art in some of the largest city hotels and cafes in the country. For a number of years he was head cook at the Windsor Hotel. He is as sisted by J. W. Ramey, a polite gentleman and fine caterer. Delaney Bradford came to Rushville in 1880, and was marred Dec. 11, 1882, to Miss Louisa Williams. They have two children, Clara and Eddie. Mr. Bradford is a member of

Innis, Pearce & Copipany

Toe one industry of which Rushville people are especially proud is the manufacturing concern of Innis, Pearce & Company. 'This pride is but natural, for the industry is in every sense of the word, a product of this city, and the citizens ° have seen it grow from a small concern employing but a few men, until it is now recognized as one of the largest and most complete of its kind in the country. The firm of Innis, Pearce & Co., is not an incorporated stock company, but a partnership, the members of which are William W. Innis, Walter M. Pearce, R. A. Innis, David Graham and Paul Kerr. But the two members of the firm who deserve special commendation for its success are Messrs. Walter M. Pearce and R. A. Innis, who have active charge of the business, and it is owing to the efforts which they have put forth, that it has expanded to its present proportions. The concern was organized in 1884, and began at that time operating a planing mill. Later the business of manufacturing furniture was added as an adjunct to the planing mill business, but as the reputation of W. M. PEARCE. | a eee the firm for high-class work became established, the demand for their goods was so great that it absorbed the entire time and attention of the members of the firm, and it was then that they abandoned the planing mill and devoted their entire attention to the building up of their furniture trade. From the date of its inception to the present time, it has made a record as one of the most successful manufacturing institutions of the country, and its success has been continuous and uninterrupted, save in 1892 when the plant was destroyed by fire. It was rebuilt in the summer of '93. The firm manufactures chamber suites of every description, ranging in price from $15 to $100. They are manufactured from elm, quartered oak, mahogany, bird's-eye maple, shell maple, Hungarian ash, and various other woods ; and it is safe to say that there are few, if any, similar concerns in the country manufacturing a greater variety, or more up-to-date furniture of this character. They find a market for their goods in all parts of the United States, and so popular have their products become that they are constantly kept busy filling orders. Traveling salesmen are employed in nearly every part of the Union, and the capacity of the concern is about fifty complete bed-room suites per day. The firm is at the present time giving employment to about 120 men. The home of this industry is a four-story brick building 416x155 leet, and is a model of neatness and convenience. The entire arrangement and equipment of the plant, and in fact the designs of the building were the work of Mr. Pearce. The firm ships goods over the oe: four lines entering the city, and has tracks running to each. The 3

Churchill & Holden

F there 1 7 'fl ne . ees es he: pines es a base - entitled to the liberal support and patronage of the people more than another, it sonaheniehienences eee Bi of this sketch. This firm has displayed a spirit of progressiveness, which is highly eer a nie hae he : e reputation of having in its midst the largest retail house of any city of its size in the as. Fike aoe ee among the most active in the commercial circles of the city, since they first began busicrewing upon thoce avee Banta Pa Sieeas they each year expanded and increased their business, adding new lines and icy pond ee oe ee : ee uring the past year it was found absolutely necessary to seek quarters where at Dunlap a Coe nee ae of room to handle their stock. In April, the contract was awarded to the contracting firm ie eas serge nbus, o the erection of the present home of this industry. In September, they moved into their ee nee e four floors are filled with a stock which would be a credit to any city. To attempt to enumerate the late a ae be almost impossible. Almost every article for which there can possibly be a demand, is handled ; aes ee eee aa queensware, household novelties of all kinds, jewelry, clocks and silverware, pictures and ie eg : Ae ishings, carpets, rugs and all other floor coverings, draperies and window shades, and, in fact, a ist which can only be comprehended when a visit is made to the store. It is well worth the time of any one to pay this store a visit and get prices on the various lines. While the firm has always enjoyed the reputation of selling goods close, they are now better prepared to sell goods cheaper, than at any time in the past. This is easily accounted for. The large quantity of goods which they buy, enables them to get astonishingly low prices from the manufacturers, and as they take advantage of all cash discounts their goods are well bought. Another item which is of great importance is their running expenses, which on any single line is less than that of any store in the county. Where so many different lines are handled the per cent. of expense which is added to any one line is very small indeed. Another and very important branch of their business to which especial attention is given, is undertaking. Poth Mr. Holden and Mr. Earl R. Churchill are graduates of two of the best embalming colleges in existence. Mr. Holden graduated from Clark's School of Embalming in 1893, and Mr. Churchill from the United States School of Embalming in New York City. They are as well equipped as any firm in the United States, and allnew specialties which are introduced in this line, both in work and supplies, are added and donated to patrons free of charge. They have been eminently successful in this branch of their business. Jefferson Churchill, the senior member of the firm, was born in Richland township, this county, March 14th, 1830; January 13th, 1856 be was married to Miss Eliza M. Reeve. To this union four children have been born, but of which Earl R. alone is living. Allen R. Holden is a native of Rush County, having been born on the farm of his father May 16th, 1857. He was married Dec. 12th, 1883 to Miss Florida E. Hargrove of this county, and to this union three daughters were born. Earl R. Churchill was born Aug. 27th, 1874 at Wabash, Indiana, he

Residence Of Greely G, Mauzy

S. STEPHENS, whose excellent photographic work is reproduced in most of the half tone illustrations in this book, is a photographer of rare and extraordinary ability. The class of work which he produces will compare favorably with that produced by any of the large city galleries. Since locating in Rushville, he has made for himself an enviable reputation and enjoys a liberal patronage. H. S. Stephens was born in Brookville, Indiana, November 22nd, 1851. At the age of fifteen he removed to Richmond, Indiana, where in 1871 he learned the photographers - business. He located in Rushville' in 1874 and opened a gallery on Main Street, butin 1879 removed to. his present quarters where he has remained continuously since. He is ably assisted in his work by his brother Mr. Thomas Stephens. He isa member of the Indiana Photographers Association, and has on two occasions been awarded medals for the high class of his work. Hewismarried March 25th, 1875, to Miss Alice Hodgen, of Richmond, and two sons, Fred and Walter, have blessed the union. He is a member of K O. T. M. and the Methodist Church. 3

The Central Fuel Gas Copipany

USHVILLE is fortunate in that it has never within the past ten years wanted for an abundant supply of natural gas for heating and lighting purposes, but never until 1897 when the Central Fuel Gas Company commenced operations have the citizens been enabled to enjoy a complete and adequate supply under a system which affords the greatest satisfaction for the least money. Although this company is youngest in point of years, it is already very popular in the city. This may be attributed to the judgment and foresight of the management, who recognized the inequity of selling gas to the man in the mansion and the man in the humble cottage at a fixed rate, regardless of the amount consumed. The management, composed as it is of practical gas men, saw the need of a service which would enable the man of economical instincts to practice his views of economy in the consumption of light and heat. With this end in view they introduced the meter system, and its benefits were so obvious that the Company each month adds largely to its number of consumers. In addition to this advantage this Company have a supply of gas which is adequate to supply the needs: and demands of the entire city. The Company's office is in the rear of the Guffin building on Morgan Street, and here Maer y ties they have a complete stock of all modern gas : . | saving appliances which they sell to customers at cost. They also keep for the convenience of their Lashes aline of heating and cooking stoves and ranges. This Company make all necessary connections, including the meter, without cost to those desitrine to beeome customers. The directors and officers of the Company are as follows: W. J. Henley, President, Claude Cambegit, Vice President, Will M. Frazee, Secretary and Treasurer. The above named gentleman together with Jas. M. Felts

Chas. S. Spritz

; small sum of money. For a number of years the competition in this particular line of business has been very active, and there is no one man who has played a more conspicuous part in keeping alive this competition than Charles Spritz, who is the subject of this sketch. The store of Charles Spritz is so well known to the people othe community, and his reputation for good goods at low prices is so thoroughly ess tablished, that any lengthy eulogy of the house or its methods of doing business if hardly necessary. This business was established on the corner of Main and Second Streets in 1886, and from that time until the present there has never been a time when it has not enjoyed its full share of the public patronage. Clothing for men, boys and children is the principal stock in trade. In the gentlemen's furnishing goods department the greatest care in selection is observed, and every thing needed can here be found - neckwear, collars and cuffs, underwear, gloves, hankerchiefs, and a hundred other things in the same line. Mr. Spritz also carries a carefully selected assortment of headwear of all descriptions. The business which is the subject of 'this sketch has, since its establishment here, been conducted by David Spritz, of Cincinnati, assisted by his brother Chas. S. and his father Henry Spritz, but recently Chas. Spritz purchased the interests of his brother and became the sole proprietor. Shortly after taking possession he found that his increased trade necessitated a change to more commodious quarters, and he fitted up his present store room especially to suit the requirements of the trade, and a more attractive and better arranged establishment cannot be found in the city. He proposes | CLOTHING STORE OF CHAS. S. SPRITZ.

to still further expand his business in the near future. There are few, if any, more popular business men in Rushville than Mr. Spritz. He has always been most loyal

N the Churchill block, just opposite the post office, is the photographic studio of Geo. M. Ramsay. Although Mr. Ramsay came to Rushville a stranger, his work has been of such a character that he has already gained for himself a name and reputation among lovers of high class photography. Although comparatively young in years, Mr. Ramsay has had an experience in the art of photograhpy which has ably fitted him for the business. He served his apprenticeship with C H. Wolfe, of Greensburg, and later took ic a course at the Illinois College of Photography,from which institution he graduated in 1898. He is anatural artist and his gallery is equipped splendidly for the business. Every appurtenance and accessory isnew, the GEO. RAMSAY. photographic apparatus being the best that money can purchase and there are few galleries in the State which are prepared to turn out more artistic work. This studio makes a specialty of platino, carbon, crystaltype, platinite and transparent photos, and also does enlarging and crayon work. Large and handsomely furnished reception, dressing and operating rooms afford the public every con- 5 GHATE Be Ke asking for a share of the public patronage. Cee pe His work speaks for itself, and while he has done a very satisfactory business since coming to Rushville it is safe to he character of his work becomes better known. He cordially invites the public to call

John C. Curry

¢¢ TACK" Curry as he is familiarly known upon the turf, was born J at Saundersville, Ky., (a suburb of Lexington,) March 29, 1856. He received his education in the common schools and after spending two years of careful application at Georgetown College, took the advice of Horace Greeley and went West at the age of nineteen years, to grow up with the country. He first located in Nebraska, spending two years in that State upon the plains. He then located at Salina, Kansas, and began the development of trotters and pacers, for which profession he seemed to have a natural aptitude, and although his long turf career has had some ups and downs, he has attained greater notoriety, and brought out more world-beaters, than often fall to the lot of a knight of the sulky. Soon atter locating in Kansas, our subject, in connection with his brother, '* Gil'' Curry, who also has a national reputation as a driver, established a ranch embracing thirty-two hundred acres of land, which they thoroughly stocked with horses and cattle, at the same time training and campaigning a large stable of trotters and pacers. It was only a question of time when the excitement and attractiveness of a turf career should absorb their entire interest, and the ranch, with its entire stock of cattle and mongrel horses was disposed of. After this important change our subject Pee soon came to the front as the driver of Alix, the greatest trotter in the world. In the , spring of 1891 he entered the employ of Morris J. Jones, of Kenosho, Wisconsin, the owner of that noted mare. As her stable companions, he also had Pactolus and Redwald. He handled her with marked success as a three-year-old, and as a four-year-old drove her to a record of 2 :10, being the world's champion four-year-old record. This season he also marked Pactolus in 2:12, and Redwald in 2 :23/4. At the beginning of the following season - 189 3 - he entered the employ of H. C. Jewett, of Jewettville, N. Y. He had six horses in his string, among which were Favora, 2:121%; Elko, 2: 13; Lissa, 2:16%4 ; Monita, 2:18; and Otto, 2 71974. In July of this season, he resigned his position with Mr. Jewett, again taking charge of Alix, and having as her stable companions Prima Donna and Idolf. It was in this season that Mr. Curry, with Alix, won the greatest race ever trotted on the American turf, namely, the Columbian, $15,000, free-for-all, at Washington Park, Chicago, giving Alix the champion five-year-old record of 2 707%. It would be impossible to give the details of this wonderful contest. Suffice it to say there never was before, nor has been since, such a field of horses together. It included Alix, 2 :09Y, ; Lord Clinton, 2 710%; Pixley, 2 :>114%, Hulda, 2 708% ; Walter E, 2 -10; Riland T, 2 :0734 ; Lord Clinton, 2 710% ; Nightingale, 2:10%; Alvan, 2:11 ; Greenleaf, 2 :10Y% ; and Little Albert, 2:10. The race was a nine heat contest, and was Strung out over three days. More than $100,000 was in the pool box. Mr. Curry was fouled by one horse and run over by another in the fifth heat of the race but saved his distance and won the ninth heat and race in the wonderful time of 2:09Y. During this season he also marked Prima Donna in 2:09%, and Idolf in > 713%. In 1894, Mr. Curry had charge of Joe Pachin who was not beaten in his class that season and obtained a record of > 704. He is the only horse that ever went in

| 4. 'This season he also marked Carbonate in 2 :09, being the first twoyear-old to beat 2:10; Seal in 2:08 and Bullmont in 2:09%-. Our subject has located at Rushivlle permanently, having trained at Riverside Park last season, and at this writing, April, 1899, has fifteen head in his stable and the best lot he ever had.

with sufficient room for the ll ventilated box stalls are arranged for comfort and Convenience. Our subject is a native of Rush County, having been born in Washington township December 26th, 1865. He is a son of W. S. and Melinda Hall who were pioneer settlers of Rush County. He received his early education in the common schools of the County, which was supplemented by a course at the Normal College of Richmond, Indiana. After retiring from this institution he taught in the public schools for a number of terms, mostly in Jackson township. He then attended the Ohio Veterinary College of Cincinnati, from which institution he graduated in 1894. He at once located in Rush- Bee ans has been here in successiul practice up to the present or more lucrative practice. He is a member of the Ohio Veterinar Pee rare men in his profession have enjoyed a larger ciation. . Dr. Hall takes a special interest in preparin fine, hi ; market. He has recently disposed of a siiberil eae: of this ee LEONE a oa pce Pee equaled. Parties desiring this class of horses or having a good one to dispose of cannot q "2 a a that could hardly be March 27th, 1888, he was married to Miss Mary E. Smelser of thi Fie Rigi CHAD 10 see Dinaiiath as (em

Gus Wilkinson

EAR the center of the square on Main Street between Second and Third is the restaurant of Gus Wilkinson. This business was purchased in the early part of the present year from Frank Fouche, and since coming into possession of the to be one of the best caterers in Rush County and his reputation is having much to do with his success. In the restaurant he has a cusine which is unexcelled by any in the city. Heserves both regular meals and short orders. Everything about his place is kept in the neatest and most at- GUS WILKINSON. tractive manner, and

Delicatessen Restaurant Mrs. J. W. Wilson

T. Aultman just opposite the west entrance of the Court House. J. W. Wilson began in the boot and shoe business in 1867, and in addition to being a dealer in the manufactured article, was himself a manufacturer in the old way. The house still keeps a practical mechanic in the person of Thomas Bates, who does all kinds of repairing and makes a nice fitting boot or shoe for those desiring the custom article. They also carry a full line of leather for the accommodation of those who desire it. J. W. Wilson conducted this business from its inception, slowly but steadily enlarging it until his death, which occurred April 15th, 1897. He had the confidence of the entire community, being noted for his fair dealing, sterl- SHOE STORE OF MRS. J. W. WILSON.

ing honesty and the high grade of his goods. Since the . | : ih of Mr. Wilson the business has been conducted by Mrs. Wilson. The store has been recently removed to its present location from the east side of Main Street, where it had remained continuously for fifteen years. Mrs. Wilson takes a pride in keeping the highest erades of goods and the very latest styles. In addition to other lines of special excellence this house is sole agent fer 4h noted '«Nelson'' custom fitting shoes for men. Mrs. Wilson has recently secured the services of Mark Per- 5 cell who was so long the head clerk in the Rushville Post Office and is one of the most opular young men in the city. She is assisted also by her daughter, Jennie. Mies. Wilson na nice property at the corner of Jackson and West Seventh Streets

K. MATTOX is a native of Ohio having been born in Clermont County that State May 3, 1848. At the age of twenty he left Ohio and located in the adjoining County of Decatur, but after one year removed to Rushville. After locating in Rushville he engaged with the Rush County Tile Company and continued with them for seven years, after which he engaged in butchering following this vocation for fifteen years, until 1894 when he was selected to serve as city treasurer. In July, 1897 Mr. Mattox became the proprietor of the most complete and best equipped bakery and confectionery in the city and has enlarged and enhanced the business to such an extent that it is now recognized as one of the leading commercial industries of ion of it, Mr. Sakewpiadd confectionery business Mr. Mattox has in the rear of the store room an atoe r where. during the summer months ice cream, ices, sherbet, il aes oe ek are eed, and during the winter months oysters. The subject of this sketch was married October 7, 1878 to Miss Abbie Seichrest of New three sons and three daughters. He is Ex-Post Commander of the he Improved Order of Redmen, the I. O. O. F. and belongs to the Christian Church.

Geo. Harrell

in the common schools, and was engaged in farming for about fifteen years. ie owned a splendid farm in Noble Township which he disposed of recently. After l@¢ating in Rushville, he engaged in the cigar and tobacco business for a time and upon disposing of this conducted a dairy business until about the rst of March, 1898, when he engaged in _ his present line of business in connection with C. B. Allen. Our subject was married February 22, 1883, to Miss

-, for two years, then in 1896 with the Ward : ; In 1897 he took a position with the Deering Harvester ae er, Bushnell & Glessner Co., of Springfield, Ohio

George Harrell

N the second day of December, 1898, the e) subject of this sketch took full possession of the meat business formerly owned by C. B. Allen and Geo. Harrell. Since this change occurred, the establishment has been thoroughly overhauled and the stock of meats greatly enlarged in quantity and _ variety. There is no meat market in the city which is neater in appearance, or more cleanly and _attractive than Harrell's, located in the Commercial Block. Mr. Harrell is ably assisted in conducting this business by Ed. Lyons, who is known as one of the most efficient and accomplished butchers in the city, having been engaged in the business in this city continuously for fifteen years. He has at different times been employed by almost every meat man in Rushville and is recognized as strictly up-todate. Geo. Harrell was born in Noble Township, December 31, 1860. He was educated

Lizzie Lyons. They have one child, a handsome daughter, Pearl, now about fifteen years of age. It is generally predicted that it will be but a short time until this firm will be enjoying one of the most liberal patronages in the city, as the methods which they are introducing into their business, are bound to influence the public to trade with them. Since taking posession of the shop the business of the new firm has almost doubled and is still further increasing.

= Bee subject of this sketch is one of the most thoroughly energetic business men in this part of the State. The term ''hustler'' is the only descriptive word which conveys the proper idea. Mr. McCann is general agent for the Cleveland Dryer

Co., manufacturers of high grade commercial fertilizers. diana and a portion of Illinois. position Noy. 22d, 1898, having been selected on account of special fitness and adaptation to the position, out of three hundred applicarts. 'There is probably no man who has made a more careful Study of the subject of fertilizing than Mr. McCann. He has not only made careful analyses of the different kinds of fertilizers, but being a duced by the Cleveland Dryer Company have no superior as a plant food, he speaks from the standpoint of scientific and practical knowledge and his word can be relied Mr. McCann was born in Raleigh, Rush County, Ind., Jan. 12, 1864, being reporter and traveling solicitor for the Cincin- LE In this field he was pre-eminently successful, securing the largest subscription list for that paper of any man in the United States. For this service, in addition to the usual compensation he received as a premium $625. After retiring from

Se continued with this concern up to the time of as Deen unusually successful and has accumulated Oct. rst, 1893 he was married to Miss Nora Hinchman, a daughter of Ex-Comille, number 403 West Fifth Street, where Owns a nice farm in Union Township.

| AR CTHAGE, the second city in size in Rush County, is a thriving, progressive town of nearly two thousand inhabitants. lhe citizens, and especially the business men, are thrifty and energetic, and it will be but a short time, until this town will be recognized as a commercial and manufacturing center of more than ordinary importance. The population is of the little town in which many of them underwent the hardships of pioneers, its progress is rapid, yet at the same time, substantial. The settlement of Ripley township is made up largely of Quakers, and the morals of the town taken as a whole, are almost above reproach. 'The business isconducted by men of sterling worth, and business failures are a thing almost unknown. 'The various religious denominations have handsome homes in which to worship, and the schoolhouse at Carthage is considered one of the finest in the state. Scattered throughout the city you will find residences which bespeak the prosperity of their owners. 'The streets are graveled and well kept; the sidewalks are all concrete, arid, taken all in all, it is an ideal town in which to live or do business. 'Through the efforts of a number of the most influential citizens, several thriving manufacturing industries have been located, most conspicuous among which is the straw board works. 'This and the other factories give employment to hundreds of mechanics, who each week add their mite to the commercial thrift of the town. Carthage was laid out August 18, 1834, by John Clark and Henry Henley.

Nixon & Gottlieb

OOD tailors are the demand of the hour. Notwithstanding the enormous sales of ready-made clothing, to be properly pne fashionably dressed, the services of first-class and up-to-date tailors must be called a requisition. Such a firm as this, are Nixon & Gottlieb. Both of the members of this firm, Gurney Nixon, and Fred. W. Gottlieb, are thorough and practical tailors, well versed in every detail of their business. Persons who like to be well dressed can secure here, clothing equally as fine and well made as in any of the large cities, and at much lower prices. The firm carry a full line of cloths, cassimeres, and materials adapted to all demands, and make up to order at short notice, any style of garments. Both of the gentlemen are expert and experienced cutters, and the garments made, are in strict accord with the prevailing fashions. In addition to the merchant tailor- GURNEY NIXON, ing business the firm Carry a full, complete and FRED. W. GOTTLIEB. carefully selected stock of hats and caps, and | | el ae boys' and men's furnishing goods, which they are selling at astonishingly low prices. Both of a anteee oe "a ed young men, but they are endowed with a degree of push and energy, which will keep them we 2 1e i on ae v2 ness circles. Gurney Nixon is a native of Carthage, having been born in this city August I1, 1569. oe = " . a served an apprenticeship in the establishment of Ed. Tyner, of Rushville. | After leaving the em oy O ie | yner, worked at his trade as a journeyman for a number of years, thereby gaining much useful knowledge hn ee In 1895 he re-located in Carthage and associated himself in business with Mr. Frank Bender under the firm name o Bender & Nixon. He has since continued in business in this city, though the firm has twice been changed. June 30, 1892, he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Walters of Lancaster, Ohio. Fred. Ww. Gottlieb was born in Berlin, one May NA 1869. At the age of 13, he began an apprenticeship under one of the best tailors in Canada. After serving his time, : worked for over two years as a journeyman. After working in many of the principal cities of Canada, he came to the Unitec States, and for the next few years of his life, sojourned in many states of the Union, working in the larger cities. In 1892 he located at Bellevue, and for over a year had charge of the cutting department of one of the largest clothing syndicates of northern Ohio. He later resigned this position to engage in business for himself and became a member of the firm of Knauss & Gottlieb. In the latter part of 1895, he disposed of this business and came to Rush County. For nearly three years prior to engaging in business in Carthage he was employed by Theo. Abercrombie as cutter and tailor. November 26, 1895, Mr. Gottlieb and Miss Stella Small, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Zacharia Small, prominent farmers of this section, were married.

Oe of the young members of the medical profession who has come rapidly to the front and become thoroughly known throughout Rush and adjoinining counties, | is Dr. John Sipe, the subject of this sketch. That he should have become thus tendencies in that direction were stimulated and directed by his father, Dr. R. W. Sipe, of Orange, Indiana, who is also a well read and skillful physician. Our subject was born at Orange, Indiana, Nov. 14, 1872. After receiving such education as was afforded by the common schools of Rush and Fayette Counties, and taking a preparatory years in professional study and practice in connection with his father, after which he attended the Missouri Medical College of St. Louis, from which institution he graduate business has been a growing success. Probably no physician in that part of the county enjoys a larger or more lucrative practice. Jan. 7th, 1896, he was married to Miss Anna M. Jones, daughter of Ex-Commissioner C. B. Jones. They have one child, Dorothy, a charming daughter. Dr. Sipe is a member of the Bee ee peat M.E.Church, Odd Fellows and Masonic orders.

J. B. Shook

AN) HILE not numbered among the oldest of the business enterprises of Carthage, there are few which are doing a more satisfactory business than the restaurant and bakery of J. B, Shook. Mr. Shook is an old experienced restaurant man, his wife, who enjoys the reputation of being a very superior cook. They serve in addition to short order meals, regular meals and are gaining a large share of the trade of the traveling public. Soda water, ice cream and oysters are served in excellent Style in season. Fresh bread and cakes are baked daily, and in addition to these, Mr. Shook carries a full line of cigars and tobaccos, in which he enjoys a liberal trade. This business was established in the present quarters on West Mill street, April 1st, 1897.

commanded a large and lucrative practice. He gives the major part of his time to his practice and the details of the store are entrusted to Mr. O. S. Marsh, a registered pharmacist, and a more competent, trustworthy and popular gentleman could not possibly be secured. Dr. O. S. Coffin was born Nov. 7th, 1857 at Westland, Hancock County, and spent his early life upon the farm of his father. His schooling was obtained in the ready-made dresses and cloaks, carpets, rugs and other floor coverings, etc. One-half of their building is devoted to clothing, shoes, hats and men's furnishing goods. In all of these various lines this firm keeps only the very best grades, and highest ers, they scll goods at pri un quality of goods would cost in the larger cities. The citizens living in Carthage and vicinity are not slow to recognize these facts and this firm is enjoying a splendid trade, and one which 1s constantly expanding. 'This firm was originally organized as Wooten & Dennis, but in 1897, Samuel B. Hill, one of the best known men in the County, purchased a twothirds interest in the business and the business was greatly expanded. Mr. Hill's son, Roland H. Hill takes an active part in the management of this business and will as soon as he attains his majority, become a partner.

Dr. 0. S. Coffin

A the industries of Carthage which are enjoying a large share of public patronage, there is none more conspicious than the pharmacy of Dr. O. S. Coffin.

_ It is seldom that you find in a town the size of Carthage, a drug store so well supplied with stock and so neatly and carefully kept. Dr. Coffin in addition of being a pharmacist of more than ordinary ability, is a physician and surgeon in whom the citizens of Ripley township have the utmost confidence, and he has since locating here,

Residence Of Dr. O. S. Coffin

He later attended the Indiana Eclectic Medical College, After receiving his diploma he located in Greenfield where he practiced for five years, and in 1887 located in Carthage, and has been here continuously since. He was married April 14, 1886 to Miss Mary Blackledge of this County, and to this Union one son, Kenneth D. has been born. Dr. Coffin is a member of the State and National Eclectic Medical Societies and the Masonic Order. His store is located on Main Street and his office is in the Henley Block on Mill Street.

Wooten & Hill

have a store which for the size, amount and variety of stock carried, is excelled by few if any stores in the entire County. Their stock embraces a full and complete line of dry goods, dress goods, notions,

Clothing Department Of Wooten & Hill Allen W. Newsom

ALLEN W. NEWSOM. ROBABLY the, oldest and best established busjness in the town of Carthage is the Mercantile Establishment of Allen W. Newsom. Mr. Newsom is the pioneer merchant of the town, haying commenced his business career there when Carthage was a mere village, and for thirty-two years he has been actively engaged in Mercantile lines at this particular point. | What he has accomplished is eyidenced by his present standing, the universal confidence in which he is' held: by the community, and the property which he has accumulated. - By a life of honest perseverence and fair dealing coupled with a manner and disposition naturally pleasant and agreeable, Mr. Newsom has always made his store popular and has constantly held a very large share of the public patronage. He carries a complete line of Dry Goods, Clothing, Boots and Shoes, Notions, etc., etc. -His store is located on the most prominent corner in the town, in what is known as the Newsom Block, which building Mr. Newsom owns. He also owns one of the finest pieces of viene: NEWSOM BLOCK, residence property in Carthage and a farm in Ripley township. Allen W. Newsom was born June 7, 1842,. being a son of Luke and Cynthia Newsom, who came from Carolina and located in Ripley.township. On October 5th, 1865, our subject was married to Miss Alma M. White of Wabash County, who died February 18th, 1878. He was again married February 28th, 1883, to Mary E. Pusey of Ripley township. Three children were born to the first marriage and two to the second, three boys and two girls. Mr.

Owen S. Hill

NE OF the best known business men in Car- ©) thage is Owen S. Hill, and Hill's Pharmacy is a popular place with the trading public. This business was originally established by Levi Binford, but came into the possession of the present proprietor a number of years ago, and since that time has been considerably expanded. A full and complete line of drugs and druggists' sundries, wall paper, school books and supplies, cigars and aes BA ae a Pig ON eee EEE og tobacco, etc., are carried in stock. Special atten- Mie 0 TAS oh RESIDENCEOF ALLEN Wye NEWsoM. tion is given to the filling of prescriptions, and in this branch of the business,Mr. Hill has had over a quarter of a century of experience. Owen S. 'Hill was born in Ripley township February. 2, 1838, and with the exception of a few years, has spent his entire life in, Carthage. 7 and conducted by Frank P. Ones: Mr; Jones is especially adapted to this line of work, having been engaged in the handling and developing. of horses for a long time. He was located at Rushville before coming to Carthage, and for a number of seasons campaigned a string of trotters and pacers.» He is one of the best judges of horse flesh in Rush County, and in addition to the livery business, buys for the general market. He is contemplating the i q advisability of disposing of his livery business fil with a view to devoting his entire time and Wn EE neg attention to the development of speed horses. Vd While campaigning he had in his string such re good ones as Jesse W. 2:14, which he marked. He also brought out and made a wa breadwinner of the noted horse, Gus Barrett, 2 70934. Frank P., Jones was born on fe aie debian vi the farm of his father Caloin B. Jones, Ex-County Commissioner, Aug. 27, 1869. a Miss Louise Pennington of Ogden, Henry County, Ind. This young couple start out he returned to Carthage and for three years was a member of the dry goods firm of Hill, Henley & Co. He dispersed of his interest in this business to engage in his present undertaking, one of the original promoters of natural gas in this vicinity, and was one of the first to subscribe stock in the Carthage Natural Gas Co. rector in the local building association. 18, 1884, Mr. Henley was united in marriage to Miss Alma Stone of this city, and the union has been blessed by the birth of one child, Miss Lavonne ; Mr. Henley and his family reside in one of the hand-

The Crown Grocery

(ORS ICee among the commercial enterprises of Carthage is the grocery and glassware store of R. Edgar Henley. This business came into the hands of the present proprietor, Oct. 16, 1888, at which time he purchased it of Owen Hill.

At that time the business was conducted in a small way, and was but a minor factor in business circles, but immediately after becoming its proprietor, Mr: Henley inaugurated a system of business principles, which, coupled with his natural energy and _perseverance, soon brought it into the front rank, and it is today recognized as one of the most progressive and liberally patronized establishments of the kind in the country. In addition to the full and complete stock of staple and fancy groceries, queensware and glassware are handled. Mr. Henley certainly deserves the liberal patronage which he receives, for he has at all times been a leader in any and all movements which would tend to the advancement of Carthage. R. Edgar Henley, was born in Ripley township, Oct. 16, 1855, and is a son of Thos. W., and Hannah C. Henley, who were among the pioneers of this settlement. After receiving such education as was obtainable in the county schools he completed his schooling at the Spiceland Academy and Earlham | College at: Richmon d. After leaving school able real estate in the city. He is a member of the Quaker Church, the I. O.:O. F. and' K. of P.~ >In politics, he is a republican, and has served as city clerk and councilman at various times. He is ably assisted in his store by Mr. Samuel Sowders, one of the most popular young men and accomplished clerks in the county.

Byron D. Ball

Mr. Ball is the leading dealer in and manufacturer of all kinds of horse outfittings. These include single and double work and driving harness, robes, whips, saddles, C0.) Bark Sk traces and trace chains xle grease, and the infinitude of odds and ends needed by In addition to the foregoing, Mr. Ball handles a splendid line of buggies, carriages and othervehicles. In all these lines our subject is thoroughly progressive and enterprising. He does not permit himself to be undersold by any competitor. He understands the modern principles comprehended in the saying, that >> and that people buy where they can get the greatest value for is in view, his trade has been constantly growing from the very moment of the establishment of his business. Our subject is himself a thorough mechanic in the line of harness making and repairing. He guarantees his workmanship to be the very best, and none are more reasonable in their charges. Our subject was born Sept. 24th, 1875, in Ripley township, being a son of Samuel O. and Cassinda Ball. He received a common school education and engaged in agriculture up to the time he began to work at his trade. He spent about three years 1n learning the business, working for Jack Stanley and Otto Hill, men well known to the people of cares ee tablished his present business, April 4, 1898. Sept. 29, 1898, he was a to Nhiss Lena Belle Bundy, one of the charming and wealthy young ladies of Carthage.

Byron Ball Mattie Bentley

HE residents of Carthage and vicinity are to be congratulated upon having in their midst a Millinery Establishment which can compete with the very best In point. of style and beauty, and at prices much lower than those obtained in larger establishments and larger cities, for goods of the same quality and excellence of execution. It is thoroughly known among the people of Ripley township, that as a milliner and business woman, Miss Bentley possesses unusual taste and natural ability, and that in dealing with her they are not only assured of obtaining the very latest styles and patterns, coupled with the very best taste and skill in trimming, but also of fair and honest dealing in the way of prices. She realizes that in the long run, much is to be gained by giving her patrons the very best of goods and the greatest possible value for the least money. Miss Bentley was born in Ripley township, being the daughter of John B. and Mary E. Bentley; she has had several years of experience in trimming and by carefully cultivating her natural taste and aptitude, has become a real artist in her-calling. She is a member of the Friend's Church and possesses the confidence and esteem of the entire community.

The Carthage Record

/'HERE is nothing in any town of more importance than its newspapers, and so it is with Carthage. In the Record the citizens have a paper of which they. may well feel proud, and one which should each week be in the homes of not only all of the citizens of Carthage, but Ripley township as well. This paper was established in 1887 by Edward Charles, and after changing hands a number of times, became the property of Lloyd W. Henley, who within the past few weeks sold it. Never before was it LLOYD W HENLEY. so ably edited, well gotten out, and deserving (Hx: Editor Record 4 aa has in the jewelry store of J. R. Rakestraw, an establishment which would be a credit to a much larger town. This business was established June 16, 1897, and at that time the proprietor had no other capital than a thorough knowledge of his profession and $2. 19 in money, but with these he went to work and as his skill as a mechanic became known his business constantly increased, until now he is enjoying a splendid business, and in addition to an unequalled equipment of tools for watch making and repair work, has a well selected line of watches, clocks and jewelry. Mr. Rakestraw is a graduate of Parson's Horological Institute, and is considered such a fine workman that he secures business from all parts of the county.

Henley & Dillman

of the firm are both well known, reliable and popular, and there is n : , le, O reason why Carth : of considerable importance. In addition to their : age should not become a grain center store room and warehouse on Main Street, the firm has recently purchased the elevator on the Big Four track, and are now in a better position than ever before to cater to the needs of the farmers. They buy, ship and store grain, and are at all times in this market and pay the highest cash market price for grain, hay, feed, wool and stock. They conduct in connection with their business an exchange department which is a greatconvenience to farmers. Flour and various other necessities are exchanged for the products of the farm. 'They are also agents in this locality for the Horse Shoe Brand Fertilizers. Enos Henley was born Sept. 6, 1842, he was united in marriage in 1872 to Miss Elizabeth Newby; to this union four children were born. His wife died in 1876 and two years later he married Miss Picking, and to this union two children were born. G. S. Dillman was born July 2, 1837. He was united in marriage Aug. 17, 1868 to Miss Virgia E. Harris, and to this union five children have been born, one son and four daughters. He is a member of the I. O. O. F.

Carthage Model Milds, C.-G. Clark, Prop Mrs. Parker. Frank Parker

isaforegone conclusion. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio, September 18, 1854, and after receiving an education in the schools of that city, he learned the machinist trade. He worked at this trade for a number of years until 1882, when he located in Rushville and engaged in the hay, grain, and straw business. He continued in this business until 1891, when he accepted the responsible position of straw buyer for the straw board works of Carthage. In this capacity he has, in all probability, paid.to the farmers of Rush County, more money than any other one man in the county. He was married in 1878 to Miss Phila R. March, of Hamilton and to this union three sons and two daughters have been born. He is a member of the K. of P., and resides in a comfortable home of his own. :

Dr. J. H. Jones

Blairsville, Ga., May 22, 1860. His early life was spent in East Tennessee, where in the common schools of that section, he received the first rudiments of his education. He later attended the Grant Memorial University of Athens, Ga. After leaving college he enrolled himself as a student in the Eclectic Medical Institute of Cincinnati, Ohio, from which institution he graduated in 1890. Aifter frame building on Mill street, which has for a number of years been conducted by Parker & Parker. The business was conducted by Frank Parker and his wife, but owing to the failing health of the former, the business was recently disposed of to Mr. W. H. Sharer. By this change Mr. Sharer became the proprietor of a thriving business, and as he is a man of push and enterprise, he will, without doubt, conduct a store which will have few equals in the county. He has already increased the stock and added a full line of buggies, wagons and other vehicles. The stock of hardware is complete and embraces everything which should be kept in a modern and up-to-date establishment. In addition he will carny a full line of the leading makes of agricultural implements of all descriptions. Stoves, tinware, harness, table and pocket cutlery, etc., are carried. There is no more popular or widely known man in the county than '* Billy?' Sharer, and the success of his new venture graduating, he located and for five years practiced in East Tennesse e. During this time however, he spent one year in the East, where he took a S pre. C4 arl course in diseases of the eye, ear and throat, and he has at all times since, .en - joyed an e@s- DR. J. H JONES.

Charles R. Butler

ROBABLY the busiest and most thriving enterprise in the town of Carthage is the Pp General Machine, Repair and Pattern Shop of Charles R. Butler. The building in which this business is carried on is a large and commodious two Story structure only a little way from the central portion of the town. It is well fitted with all the modern machinery adapted to this class of work, and the power is furnished by a splendid gas engine. Mr. Butler makes a specialty of repairing and reconstructing all kinds of small and fine machinery, giving especial attention to the repairing of bicycles, guns and fire arms of all kinds - in fact any kind of intricate machinery. In addition to this, pattern and model making is a particular line of his business. He has machinery especially adapted to it and is thoroughly skilled in the art. He also has the agency for this section, for the celebrated Acetylene Gas trade. here is no superior light to the Acetylene, and this is the beginning of what promises to develop into one of the most important enterprises in this section of Indiana. Chas. R. Butler was born in Ripley township May 16, 1877. He received such education as was obtainable in the common schools, supplemented by his own study and reading. From the beginning he made a specialty of the study of mechanics and electrical appliances for which his mind naturally seemed to have a peculiar adaptation. His present business was started in 1894 in a small way and has constantly grown under the impetus of his skill and pluck. He now employs two skilled laborers beside himself and will soon employ many more.

Chas. R Butler Harry E. Stager

HERE are few men in Carthage better known or better liked than Harry E. Stager, proprietor of the Carthage Creamery. Mr. Stager is one of those men who can make a success of almost anything which they undertake, and the success which he has made of the Creamery since taking charge of it about two years ago is an evidence of the truth of this statement. This institution was originally started by a stock company, but in 1895 Mr. Stager purchased it, and since that time it has taken a place among the successful industries of the town. The Creamery is a great benefit to the community as it has an annual capacity of 10,000 pounds of cream, and Mr. Stager is in the market to purchase all of the cream that is brought to him. He pays each month to the farmers between five and eight hundred dollars. He has a contract to furuish the State all of the butter used at the Sailors and Soldiers Orphan's Home, and .the management of that institution are highly pleased with the quality of the product they are receiving. Harry E. Stager was born in Jonestown, Pa., November 25, 1862 where his early life was spent. After first locating in Rush County he took charge of the Carthage Flour Mill and conducted it successfully for a number of years. He 1s at the present time secretary and manager of the Carthage Natural Gas Company and has an office on Main street. He is a member of the Masonic Fraternity and the M. E. Church.

A. F. Walker

and it has been a growing success since the day of its inception. The stock embraces groceries, light hardware, tin ware, stationery, dry goods, notions, and all miscellaneous articles usually kept in an upto-date general store. Mr. Walker never fails to meet all competition in prices, quality and quantity of goods. Citizens of Milroy and vicinity will find his store a pleasant and profitable place at which to deal. The subject of this sketch was born at Jamestown, Boone County, August 25th, 1851, and isa son of Farris and Maria (Hull) Walker. At the age of six years his parents located at Chattanooga, Venn., but after three years returned to Indiana. After remaining in his native State for a short time, he again removed with his family to Illinois, where they farmed. Mr. Walker stayed on the farm of his father until he became of age, when he removed to Indianapolis and learned telegraphy. After be- ; coming an expert at this profession he located at A. F. WALKER AND FAMILY. New Market, this State, where he was appointed operater and station agent. At the same time he opened a general merchandise store in that town, which he conducted successfully for fifteen years and disposed of the business to come to Milroy. After locating here he purchased the stock of Robert Dorst. Three years ago he moved into his present quarters. Mr. Walker was married August 12th, 1875 to Miss Allie V. Demoret, of New Market. To this union six children have been born, five of whom are living. He lives in a neat home of his own, which is shown in the accompanying illustration. When Mr. Walker first located in the town of Milroy he was located in the building on the corner two squares east of his present quarters, but his business expanded so rapidly that he found it necessary to make a change, and in 1896 he moved to his present place of business. He carries such a large stock that he will in the near future be forced to build an addition to his store room. He is ably assisted in the store by his oldest son, Bert, who is a splendid salesman and very popular with the trade. His oldest daughter is married and is the wife of Mr. Edgar Archey, a prominent stock buyer doing business in and near Milroy.

Residence Of Mr. Walker

Bee of the busiest stores in Milroy, is the | hardware and implement house of Mc- Kee and Thomas. 'The members of this firm are wide awake and enterprising men and do a remarkably large volume of business for a town the size of Milory. They handle a full and complete line of hardware, agricultural implements, farm machinery of all descriptions, fertilizers, buggies and wagons, ete. This business was established about twentytwo years ago, and came into possession of the senior member of the firm in 1873. Since that time Mr. McKee has had as _ partners W. A. Blair and Ernest Thomas. The present partnership was formed in May, 1808. At that time Mr. Thomas was engaged extensively in the buggy business and when the formed the partnership this line was added to Pore Recut Wt See those already carried, and it is safe to say,

Milwaukee binders, reapers, and mowers. They have recently taken the agency for Zell's celebrated fertilizers, one of -the most popular brands made, and are recelving large orders, with which they expect to do an enormous business, during the coming season. W. L. McKee, the senior member that there is not a firm in the County doing a more extensive buggy business than McKee & Thomas. 'They also handle a full line of bicycles, and bicycle sundries. Mr. McKee is a practical tinner, and to this branch of the business special attention is given. They do all kinds of repair work, and have a large trade in cornice and tin roofing. In the line of agricultural implements, they endeavor to handle only such makes as are most popular with the people and are best suited to this part of the country. They are at present having a large run on of the firm, was born and raised in Bentonville, Ohio. After working at his trade in Kentucky for three years, he came to Milroy where he located in- 1883. October 12, 1893, he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Baldridge, of Cherry Fork, Ohio, and to the union two sons lie of ~~ ate lealar htt He was raised on the farm, and after receiving such education as was afforded by the Reem Thomas, near E Normal College at Danville, for two terms. After returning from college he engaged in common schools, attended the Central ! farming, and continued in this vocation until at t has a wide circle of friends and acqu member of the Knights of Pythias.

he age of twenty-six he engaged in the buggy business as stated above. He aintances in the adjoining Counties and is considered a splendid salesman. He isa

NE of the most important enterprises of Milroy is the furniture and undertaking ee i eA pean 5 leas C) living at or near Milroy are to be congratulated upon having an establishment O : 1S. is becomiie baleaek Emmy: is decidedly popular with the people, and as the character of work which he is doing 2 ee geht . - business is steadily increasing. This business came into the possession of the present Pe ape eee pee bepan "Atel n: the business of James Wyatt. Immediately after taking possession, he increased the ae O me ce eect : ei me self for the undertaking business. He is especially adapted to this branch of cane Rae Be a, at a sympathetic disposition, and when the age | Ct ieee re Oecd Ln euidcam oF lets School of Embalming, at Cinmanner. To this may be attributed much of his SUCCESS. Te A notheritem of imeenance i; ivan' i hool, of Indianapolis ; and the Maryland College of Embalming. Ano p five per cent. less than the major part of his competitors. This is because he does his own work, and is at little expense. He carries a full stock of coffins, caskets, burial robes, shrouds, etc. He owns a funeral car which is one of the finest in the county. Mr. Norris' residence adjoins his place of business, and he is in a position to answer calls day ornight. He carries a complete line of furniture and house furnishing goods, and his trade js increasing so that he will find it necessary to build an addition to his present quarters. S. O. Norris was born Sept. 18, 1848, in Alabama, but when a small child removed with his parents to Mississippi. Thirty-one years ago he located in Decatur County and engaged in farming, which he followed until he engaged in business. He was married December 15, 1868, to Miss Mary L. Crawford of Decatur County. In addition to his business block and residence he owns a farm in Decatur Co. He belongs to the Indiana State Association of Embalmers.

The Milroy Press

This paper has since that time grown both in size y may well feel proud. The present proprietor petent newspaperman and it is safe to predict that so long as he

Besse subject of this sketch has just completed the erection of one of the handsomest and most up-to-date grain elevators in Rush County, on the tracks of the Big Four at Milroy. He is therefore in a position to handle any quantity of grain, and as his enterprise and integrity are thoroughly known, he may be depended upon to pay the farmers the highest possible price for their wheat and corn. In addition to the grain business, Mr. Seright carries high grade flour, coal and salt. Mr. Seright is one of the best known and most respected citizens of Rush County, having lived in Anderson Township from the date of his birth, which occured January 2zoth, 1825. He received such education as was obtainable in the common schools at that early period, which with his own application and methodical habits have made him a proficient man of business. He has followed farming for the major part of his life, and only disposed of his farm a few years ago, upon removing to Milroy. For two years he served his township in the capacity of township trustee, his last term ending in 1885. In 1849 he was married to Miss Mary Overlease, who was his faithful companion up to her decease. One son was born to them, Daniel W., who is now deceased, leaving two children. Our subject was again married, Dec. 11, 1876, to Miss Sarah E. Wood, his present wife. Mr. Seright is a member of the Christian Church. The importance to a town of an elevator such as that just erected by Mr. Seright can not be overestimated, and it will be but a short time until those of the citizens of Milroy who are engaged in commercial pursuits will feel and realize the beneficial influence of this industry. Farmers like to trade with a man like Mr. Seright, and a great many of them will go miles out of their way to bring their grain here to sell, which can not do otherwise than redound to the future good of the city. The citizens should appreciate this and should exert their efforts so far as possible to make this new enterprise the success it deserves to be. The elevator which is shown in the accompanying illustration is one of the most compact and complete elevators, not only in Rush County, but in this entire section:of the country. The power is furnished by an improved gas engine, and grain can be carried to any part of this immeese structure with compararive ease. Mr. Searight will make a specialty of storing grain for farmers who desire to hold it, and is in a position to offer exceedingly low rates on this class of business, and parties who have grain or seed should see him before making other arrangements.

Elevator Of William Searight Dr. Samuel C. Thomas

a oldest physician of Milroy, and one of the oldest and best known in the county is Dr. $. C. Thomas. Dr. Thomas has been a resident of Milroy for half a century, and in that time has in all probability become better acquainted with more families than any other one man in the county. As a physician he has few peers, and is a pleasant and affable spent at Carthage, Ohio. At the age of eleven years he went to Drake County, Ohio, where he remained on the farm of his grandfather Carter, until 1850, when he removed to Milroy, and until 1853 his winters were spent in the schoolroom as teacher, and his summers, on the farm. In 1853 he entered As bur y - now DePauw - University, where he remained two years, and there began the study of medicine in the office of Dr. J. C. B. Wharton. In 1858 Dr. Thomas graduated at the Ec- DR. S. C. THOMAS. lectic College of

Medicine at Cincinnati, and since that time has been engaged continuously in the practice of his profession. Oct. 14, 1858, he was married to Miss Emily Clements, of Franklin, Ind., and to the union six children have been born, Abbie F., Kate A., Earnest B., Claude B., Pearly Wilbur, and Clifford C. Two of these sons, Earnest and Claude, are located at Rushville, | Earnest is County Recorder, and Claude is with M. R. Hull. i cihinch AND OPFICE OF DRO e Ce beOMam

Root & Green

"THE firm of Root & Green contribute materially to the commercial activity of Milroy. They are proprietors of the Milroy Mill and of an elevator, which has the reputation of being one of the best conducted in the country. Both of the gentlemen which comprise the firm, enjoy having the confidence and esteem of the public, and are doing

Elevator Of Root & Green

'' White Dove,'' and "Silver Leaf.''? Allof which are very popular. The mill has a capacity of seventy-five barrels per day. The management of the mill is intrusted to Guy C. Root, son of the senior member of the firm, and a more competent man could not be secured for the position. The MILL OF ROOT & GREEN, firm of Root & Green was organized about one year ago, elevator which is shown in the illustration, was begun. It was completed in the latter part of the year and since that time the firm has been doing a splendid business. William A. Root was born in Bourbon County, Kentucky, February 15th, 1845. When a small child his parents located on a farm near Milroy, and after receiving his education in the Milroy schools, he farmed until 1887, when he engaged in the grain and elevator business. For four years he was a member of the firm of Root

April 30th, 1837. In 1841 his parents located in Richmond, where he lived until he was fourteen yearsofage. At Metmora, Indiana he engaged in millling, grain and the elevator business. He was also engaged in the same business at Summitville, Indiana for ten years. It will thus be seen that Mr. Green is a thorough and practical man in this line of work. He was -married September 21, 1858, to Miss Elizabeth Gordon, and to the union one son was born, who is-'now grown. Mr. Green is a member of the Methodist Church. The importance to Milroy of the two industries conducted by Messrs. Root and Green cannot be overestimated. The firm each month distribute among the farmers hundreds of dollars which in turn is spent with ghee Subject of this sketch is an attorney and counselor-at-law, having been admitted to the Rush County bar in 1893. He has made himself thoroughly procient as a lawyer, and is Prepared to give legal counsel and advice and to take charge of any legal matters that may arise. He is also a Notary Public and thoroughly up' in matters of conveyancing and ail points requiring the services of a Notary. Mr: Riche was born at Milwaukee, Wisconsin, November, 26, 1838, and came to Rush County in 1848, where he has remained almost continuously up to the present time: He received such early education as was afforded by the common schools, which has been greatly broadened generally, and in a professional way by his own study and repoarch Hor a considerable time he was justice of the peace of Anderson township by special appointment of the county commissioners. He has been a member of the Masonic Order since 1860. Milroy and the people of Anderson Township are fortunate d experience of Mr. Riche, in all

W. W. Barton

N the drug store of Dr. W. W. Barton, the citizens of Mil- | roy have a well-kept, up-to-date establishment, which is a credit to the town. On the shelves of this store can be found everything which should be kept in .a well-appointed city store. His line of cigars is not excelled by that kept by any store in Rush County, and as the proprietor is a regular graduate in medicine he is one of the safest men in the County to trust with the filling of prescriptions. He keeps in addition to a full line of drugs and druggist sundries, a complete stock of school books.and supplies. W. W. Bara AY Senne 4 * , Aelia VX eA pes = hens se ' Pa ye Phatrr ate nr ees 55, \> eee tees <a) Sve Ae 4 . = 2 ; ee Se " _ ton was born September 30th, 1855, in Milroy, and is the son of John C. and Mary (Tompkins) Barton. He received his early educationin the schools of-this city, which was supplemented by acourse at the Spiceland Academy and University at Valparaiso, after leaving school he was enrolled as a student in the University of Louisville, where he spent one year. He later took a complete course at the Medical College of Indiana and graduated from that institution. After leaving school he came to Milroy, and in partnership with Edward Innis, founded his present business. In 1885 he purchased the interest of his partner, and since that time has conducted the business himself. In addition to his store he owns a handsome residence just north of it on Main Street. Mr. Barton was married April 4th, 1894, to Miss Viroqua Swain, of Milroy, and two pretty daughters have blessed the union. Mr. Barton is a member of the Knights of Pythias. Mr. Barton is one of the most progressive men in Milroy, and is abreast of the times in all matters pertaining to his trade.

Interior Drug Store Of W. W. Barton

eth the most enterprising men of Milroy is the subject of this sketch. He has one of the best grocery stores, connect d with which he conducts the only bakery in the town. He also owns the principal hotel, and Mrs. Tompkins, who, as hostess, has charge of that part of the business, makes it very homelike and attractive. It is especially popular with the traveling public, and many traveling salesmen make Milroy for a few meals each trip in preference to the larger cities. In addition to staple and fancy groceries and a general bakery business, Mr. 'Tompkins also carries full lines of queensware and crockery, fancy candies, cigars and tobacco, and the host of other articles usually kept in a general store. N. E. Tompkins was born June 2d, 1857, being a son of Wash. Tompkins, one of the most noted pioneers of Rush County. He received such education as was obtainable in the common schools, and for a number of years followed farming. He afterwards made quite a success of the lime business, running the only lime kiln in Rush County. From 1981 to 1883, he was pro- Stewart House which he disposed of to James Davis. For a considerastore of Ed. Innis and upon retiring from this position established his present business, about Sept., 1884, - which has been a_ growing success from the beginning. Feburary 24th, 1874, he was married to Miss Louisa Crosby, of Milroy. Three children were born to them, Rush W., Mary C. and Edward F. Miss Mary is a handsome young lady now acquiring a musical education in Cincinnati. In February, 1896, our subject was again married to Mrs. Mary E. Morrison, his present wife. Mr. Tompkins is a member of the K. of P. order and the Christian Church. Mr. and Mrs. Tompkins are both experienced in the hotel line and they make a special effort to have this feature of their business attractive to the general public. Their table is constantly laden with the best the market affords, always cooked and prepared in the most attractive way, having a bakery in connection with their business, always insures a fresh supply of bread cakes and ducted by the subject of this sketch is located on probably the ee went tasnes saniek in the town of Milroy. Mr. Ballinger has been identified with this business since 1891, a part of the time as partner, but more recently as sole proprietor. During all of this period, the business has been- enlarging and growing more prosperous. He carries full lines of dry goods, clothing, groceries, cigars and tobacco,hats, caps and gents' furnishing goods. He makes a specialty of 'geuts' furnishings, his stock embracing head-wear, neck-wear, under-wear, shirts, socks, and the divers and sundry articles which enter into the make up of the most stylish and fastidious gentlemen. Our subject was born in Milroy, March 5th, 1863. Heobtained a common school education, and early devoted himself to business. He began by clerking in the dry goods store of Elston and afterwards filled the position in the store of Simon Pink. After Mr. Pink left Milroy he was employed In the grocery store of Joel Smith for seven years. He then became identified with his present business, and with what success, has already been stated. October 4th, 1893, Mr. Ballinger was married to Miss Eva McKee, of Fayetteville, Ind. Two children have (| been born to them, Frank, aged four years, and Lois Delphine, a baby daughter, nine \XA =! months old. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias.

Dr. Chales L. Smullen

HAS. L. SMULLEN, the subject. of this sketch is numbered among the best known and most successful of the younger physicians of Rush County. He was born Nov. 20, 1864 in Fayette County, and is a son of John and Elizabeth (McCann) Smullen. His early life was spent upon his father's farm, but at the age of nineteen he began the study of medicine in the office of Dr. D. H. Vannurs, of Falmoth. He continued his studies here for three years, at the expiration of which time he entered manner in which he has applied himself, and his devotion in mastering the many innovations and modern methods of the medical] profession. In his office will be found which there has been many innovations within the past few years, and a physician to keep thoroughly in touch with the business must keep himself well posted as how to best treat disease in the most improved and scientific manner. Dr. Smullen is a close student, and when not actively engaged in attending the needs of his patients he employs his time in home study and reading. Dr. Smullen has a host of warm friends in the vicinity of Fairview, where, as stated above, he practiced medicine for three years, and it is not an unfrequent occurence for him to receive calls for him to re-visit many of his old patients in that vicinity. Dr. Smullen is the owner of a fine maltese greyhound which is a very rare specimen of the canine family, and in which he takes a great deal of pride. Dr. Smullen owns and lives in one of the neatest and most attractive cottages in this section of Rush County, and as will be seen by the accompanying illustration his office is located on the same lot as his residence. Dr. Smullen's wife, prior to marriage, was Miss Mary Higgley of Fairview, who is one of the most charming and esti iS vicini OFFICE AND RESIDENCE OF DR. CHAS. L. SMULLEN. 8 ] : mable ladies of this VICIRILY and who has a wide 3 . circle of friends both here and at her former home.

The.-..Promoter A. F. English

pea are few more popular men in Rush County than A. F. English, fire insurance agent and proprietor of Manilla's only millinery store. This store is presided

"~r by the wife of Mr. English and in the spring and fall isons they employ an expert trimmer and the ladies living ... the vicinity of this thriving little village are enabled to secure the prevailing styles at a nominal cost without leaving their home town. In addition to millinery, a stock of notions and ladies furnishing goods are carried. The convenience of an establishment of this kind can readily be seen, and it should be accorded the hearty and liberal support of the citizens. A. F. English was born on the farm of his father J. A. English in Walker township, this County, December 8, 1860. At the early age of sixteen he com- menced teaching school and continued this vocation with a marked degree of success for twelve years, when he was elected to the important and responsible position of Trustee of Walker township. In 1892 he established the millinery business and opened his insurance office on Main Street. He has recently accepted the local agency for the Continental Fire Insurance Company of Hartford, Conn., and while he has always done a large volume of business in the insurance line, he expects to expand it, as the Continental is one of the best and most reliable companies in the country. Mr. English was married August 1, 1889, to Miss Mary Martyn, of Shelby County, and to this union two children have been born. They are, Mabel, aged eight and Hugh who was born the latter part of last year.

Office Of A. F, English Bert Stafford

The latest acquisition to the business circles of Manilla is Bert Stafford, who, in the latter part of 1898 opened in the | Trees Block a complete grocery and general store. It is one of the neatest and most attractive places of business in Manilla, and it will be but a short time until he is enjoying one of the most lucrative trades in that town. His stock is all new fresh and clean and he is a pleasant and affable gentleman with whom to do business. His stock of groceries is very complete and he is constantly adding new lines as he finds what the needs of the people demand. He has recently taken the agency for the Emory J. Smith Company's fertilizers, which are recognized as one of the best fertilizers on the market. Mr. Stafford has introduced as a feature of his business the giving away of valuable prizes to cash customers. The subject of this sketch was born in Shelby County this State January 13th, 1866, and was raised on the farm. In 1883 he located in Shelbyville and for years clerked in a grocery store in that city. Later he engaged in business for himself in that city and continued for five years, when he removed to Manilla. He was united in marriage in 1891 to Miss Florence Dickman, of Shelbyville, and to the union two daughters have been born. He is a member of Shelbyville lodge of Modern Woodmen.

NY work of a historical nature of Rush County, especially of Manilla, which did not eee or Taco ae and Frank Mull would be like the play of Hamlet with Hamlet left out. Their seen e ; 1g ok store keaii Their pioneer settlers of Rush County, one of the founders of the little town of ee ie and Fuller histo a father, Cyrus Mull, was one of the best known and best liked men in the county. sig sie pee at the time of his death County which was published in 1888 pays him the following tribute: ' He was a leading cit 2 haa : operations, Bie the wealthiest man in the County. He was a devoted husband. In all his varied and Sak pci nee 1 a3 ae i ole life seemed centered around the family hearthstone, and he made it a happy and comfortable Sama 3 so : d t aM No man in the County took greater pleasure the little town wee a in entertaining lus friends at his fireside. father, and by their upright, honorable busi-

| iOgrs these brothers wou I) member of any order, society or church, biography of cache nui t Mice. ety yrove of interest to their host of friends, 1, be the principles of Christian morality seemed I ; Is the author to maaan MY a to govern him in every transaction of his space COME 3 we 7 vest Sontinan Wie life. The last few years of his life, his to mention O© ws pages ; fe a ae time was given mostly to lending money, Mull, who is just at the present the mos conspicuous in the public eye, from the fact that within the past year he achieved one of the most pronounced and marvelous political victories which was ever recorded in the State of Indiana. Lon Mull, as he is familiarly known, has always been, since he was old enough to take any part in politics, a voter and a worker in the ranks of the Democratic party. He never sought political preferment, but when the Rush County Democratic Convention met in 1898, they placed his name at the head of their ticket

| and managing his farms and monetary af- Ai fairs. Instead of collecting his money by a law, and enforcing his claims against debtors ta through the sheriff, he sought to aid by } Eh friendly advice and counsel lagging debtors, | and would stand by and assist one he be- | lieved to be honest, to the last. He was a never known to oppress one of his debtors oR a so long as he found him honestly striving to Be Ui meet his obligations.'' The business fola lowed by the father is being continued by } the three sons, who have an office on Main | Street, and the characteristics which so en- as their candidate for State Representative. 'ah | deared the father to the people of the com- sams = After receiving the nomination Mr. Mull + Ei munity are predominent in the sons. These Pras Atuy t. did not despair because the County was | three sons have been content to remain in over four hundred Republican but went

| to work and developed ability as a campaigner, which even his most intimate friends did not know that he possessed. He made a thorough canvass of the County and called on nearly every voter. The results of his labor and popularity were attested when the ballots were counted and it was found that Mr. Mull had a majority of nearly two hundred. He was the first DemomB! jie cratic representative ever elected from Rush County, and when he took his seat in the legislature his work was watched with i unusual interest. His record in this body was one of which he and his friends may well feel proud. There is not a Democrat \ fi | in the State who stands in better favor with his party and the public than does Mr. Mull, and it is safe to say that should he at fi .