Hobart Township institute
The teachers of Hobart institute met at Hobart High School building, May
1, 1886. Called to order at 10:15, a.m., by the chairman. Teachers
present, L.M. Bassett, H.E. Kern, Chas Spencer, Geo. Gadsby, L.E.
Shuman, Betty Sholl, Fanny Nash, Mrs. Chas. Spencer and Della Spray.
Minutes of the previous were read and approved. The forenoon's work was
begun by Chas. Spencer, who compared compound and annual interest. Mrs.
Spencer then gave some of her plans of teaching addition and subtraction
of simple numbers, which was discussed at some length by other members
of the institute. George Gadsby then talked on a biography of Ulysses
S. Grant, read by Betty Sholl.
The afternoon's session opened with an essay on the Life and Works of
Pestalozzi, by L. E. Shuman. The next was a biography of Horace Mann,
by H.E. Kern, which was followed by some excellent items in regard to
the life and work of Groebel, by L.M. Basset.
Dr. Miller being present, gave the teachers some good advice in regard
to the physical development of the muscles, the effect of too hard study
on the brain, and the ventilation of school rooms. After giving Dr.
Miller a unanimous vote of thanks for his kindness the institute
adjourned sine die.
L.M. Bassett,
Chairman
H.E. Kern,
Secretary
VALPARAISO
When in the city, call on William Sergens for the numerous, latest, and
best methods of sowing grass seed. He learned all the newest
improvements while sowing the seed in the Court yard by his many
friends.
Dr. H.E. Mullen has departed from our city and will be located in
Hammond.
James Johnson with a force of men will begin building and repairing
fences on the Ft. Wayne R.R. May 1st.
James Griswold has been promoted from Drum Major to performing on the
bass drum. We understand that Frank Benham will now take the position
vacated by Jim, and wear the high hat, red coat, spangles, etc.
John Sloan will shortly commence and rebuild his block on West Main St.
which was destroyed by fire last Feb.
City election Tuesday of this week. Will give result next week.
Last Thursday night about 12 o'clock the house of Peter Ludolph on the
corner of Campbell and Chicago Sts, was discovered all in flames. The
family had scarcely time to get from the building when the fire woke
them up and hurriedly gathered some clothing escaped. The origin of the
fire in unknown, but is supposed to be caused by the explosion of the
lamp. The people do not know what the name of the insurance company in
which the house was insured, and the policy was burned up.
Rev. M. O'Reilly who has been very sick is now so he can perform his
duties.
John H. Sullivan or Broncho John, one of the cow boys who was with Dr.
Carver's Wild West Show when it broke up here two years ago, is back
visiting friends. He lectured in the Opera House, Thursday evening on
"The Habits", "Mode of Living", and on "Live of Cow Boys".
He treated
his subject in a masterly manner and more than delighted his large
audience. The cruelty and depravity of the Cow Boys which is generally
attributed to them, is all slander he claims. On the other hand he
claims for them their honesty, truthfulness, and true manhood. Mr.
Sullivan made many friends while here with Dr. Carver, and is now adding
some new ones. He is a pleasant and agreeable gentleman.
H.R. Putnam is now "pencil pusher" of the Vidette during Mr. Chas
Talbott's illness.
Miss Anna Fittswilliams is visiting friends in Marion, Ind., and expects
to remain until fall. Her many gentleman friends regret the long
absence.
The A.O.H. marched last Sunday in full regalia to St. Paul's church and
took communion.
Rev. Father Kroll was in Valparaiso last Friday.
The telephone connection the Fire House with the Water Works building at
Flint Lake is completed.
LAKE STATION
About a dozen citizens from Lake and the surrounding country were in
Crown Point as witnesses in a lawsuit against H. Becker, for closing the
road leading from this place. Becker won the suit and has closed the
road again.
The family of S. Wilson, of Buchanan, Mich, who were residents here for
several years, were visiting their many friends in this vicinity last
week.
F.L. Eastwood is painting his house and otherwise improving his
property.
A. Lotson has moved his shoemaker shop into Patterson's feed store.
Thomas Eisonhutt is building an additional to his house.
The M.C.R.R. has put a new engine in their pump house at this place.
Our Sunday school is still on the increase, an attendance of 68 last
Sunday.
George Greene returned from Joliet Saturday eve, where he had been
visiting for some times.
V. Fabian is on the sick list at present.
To The Public
I will be a Peter Westrand's store at Hageman on the 1st Saturday of
each month from 10 a.m. to 4 o'clock p.m. and at Quick Bros. store,
Chesterton, on the last Saturday of each month from 10 o'clock a.m. to 4
o'clock p.m. for the purpose of transacting the township business. This
is for the accommodation of the public of the different sections of the
township.
Frederick
Bustrom
Trustee
Westchester Township
McGilicuddy Bros'
Valapariaso
Marble Works
Are prepared to supply
Monuments
And
Headstones
At the lowest possible figure.
McGillicuddy Bros
Valparaiso, IND
Pleasant View Farm
Crisman, Ind
Oscar Field, Proprietor
The following blooded stock is announced for service:
Day Star. A Hambletonian Stallion
Rowdy Boy, A full blooded Jersey Bull
A full blooded Berkshire Boar
Also a limited number of young full blooded horses, cattle, and hogs for
sale.
For Pedigrees and terms, apply at the farm.
Oscar Field, Breeder
Swanson & Son
Merchant Tailors
And Gents Furnishers
Hats, capes, neck ware,
Ready Made Clothes
Always in stock
A large line of Elegant new goods
Boys suits just received
Dying, Cleaning and repair
Neatly and promptly done
Our Motto
Fine Work and Reasonable Prices
Remember the location
Gustafson's Brick Block Chesterton, Ind.