Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 5, Number 92, Decatur, Adams County, 13 April 1907 — Page 2

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THE FAIRBANKS ANO BEVERIDGE FACTIONS. It seems to be settled that Taft and: Foraker are to submit the question as to which shall have the Ohio dele- j gates to the Republican national con- j vention to a primary vote. Now. why. should not Fairbanks and Beveridge do likewise in Indiana! In Ohio the ■ machine is with Foraker, just as the machine is with Fairbanks in Indiana. Taft's friends say that the Republican rank and file are for him, just as Beveridge's friends declare that the people" are for him in this state. Beveridge wants to be a candidate. And he would be a candidate if the machine had no ’throttled him. Why should he not, if the masses of his party are with him, set out to smash the machine, just a Taft is going to try to do in Ohio? It is the only way he can possibly get a look in" at the convention. It is charged by Beveridge's friends in the Eighth district and by others

that Fairbanks is the Harriman candidate for the Republican nomination. It is said, also, that Beveridge has the friendship of Roosevelt. As Roosevelt and Harriman, the Fairbanks sacker, are at war, why isn't it a good time for Beveridge to go after the machine dragon and smite it by appealing to the rank and file at the primaries? No other such opportunity for the Republican factions to engage in spectacular battle is likely to present itself before their national conveniMi meets. It's all well enough for them to knife each other in the dark, but it will add to the gayey of nations if they win only do it openly.

The morning papers tell us Lord Cromer has resigned. Don't think it is our only George Washington Cromer. Ke never resigns and don’t even' know when he's licked. The papers refer only to Lord Cromer of London,, England, who has resigned a diplomat-' ic job some where along the Nile. We deem this explanation necessary for fear a hasty reading of the head line might lead you to believe —if you could —that our George had resigned—Bluffton Banner. There must be a lot of people out of work in Anderson. Nearly every Republican statesman over there is coyly admitting that he would accept that congressional nomination if forced upon him. If anybody waits until the office is forced upon him he has a long wait coming to him. But there will be no Ceasars in the Eighth district who will thrice thrust aside the crown. If there is any crown-thrusting to be done, somebody else will have to do it —Muncie Kress. Harriman wants the country to understand that Mr Roosevelt once was not above associating with him on very friendly terms. And Mr. Roosevelt admits it, for in a letter to Harriman in 1504, when he was a candidate, he declared gushingly that “it has been a real pleasure to see you this year.” In another letter Mr. Roosevelt begged his good friend, the great Harriman, to come and see him after the election and talk over his message. And now, according to the president. Harriman is a liar and corruptionist, and a lot more uesides Dear, dear! These Republicans art the limit.

Where dc.es the Hon. Charles Warren Fairbanks stand in the quarrel between his friend Harriman and the President? Is be to be the candidate of the "rich conspirators,” who, according to Mr. Roosevelt, are to control the next Republican convention, or rather, who are going to try to control it? And where does the steel trust come in? The Beveridge people in the Eighth district say that the ■ steel trust is also one of Mr. Fair- | banks' friends and backers. Does I the steel trust enter into the conI spiracy ? A careful reading of the ■ Indianapolis News and The Indianaplolls Star, Mr. Fairbank s organs, shows that they are having a hard i time locating their positions. They . feel that it is not popular to openly j side with the conspirators, and yet they do not want to add to Rooseveil's prestige. Surely these be troui blesome times for the V. P.’s boom ! and boomers.

NESBIT IS SORRY • Continued from page 1.) the first being eight for conviction of murder in the first degree and four for plain acquittal. One of tifose for conviction finally came over, making the vote seven to five. On the last ballot the five voted for acquittal on the grounds of insanity, hoping for a compromise verdict, but to no effect. The las ballot was as follows: For conviction of murder in the first degree—Deming B. Smith, foreman: George Pfaff, Charles H. Fecke, Harry C. Bearley. Charles D. Newton, Joseph B. Bolton and Bernard Gerstman. For acquittal on the ground of insanity—Oscar A. Pink. Henry C. Harney. Malcolm S. Fraser. Wilbur F. Steele and John S. Dennee. THEY ARE CROSS EYED Dayton Simply Driving National Cash Register Company Away. If there are any municipalities in this part of Indiana that are trying to squeeze a corporaion that happens to be in their midst, as they would an individual, they should turn their : eyes toward Dayton. Ohio, where the National Cash Register company is being driven from the city by a lot <of short sighted men who through false economies and a desire to make a grand stand play to the public, refuse to grant certain concessions asked by the president of the company, which were absolutely necessary for the good of the concern. The plant of the National Cash Register company is one of the finest in the world, and it has done more to adverise the gem city of Ohio than anything else that the town had. The ’ institution employs in the neighbor- ■ hood of 6,000 men, boys and women, all drawing good wages. The grounds surroundng the works are laid out in parks, driveway, beaatifnl gardens i studded with shrubbery, etc. Inside

, the works there are rest rooms, res-1 taurants for the employees, gymna-; siums for the men and women, pri- ■ ! vate opera house, dance hall, and ' every amusement that would tend to I elevate the employees and make of , them better men and women. A Monster Carpet. A notable Axminster carpet has just : been completed at the Royal carpet | factory, Wilton, England, for a well) known London club. It is entirely j hand made, and although woven in one! ■ piece measures over 62 feet in length ! (and 35 feet in breadth. An immensei loom over 40 feet long had to be especially erected to make it, and 13 workers were continuously engaged for more than four mouths in its manufacture. Honor Among Engineers, It must be confessed that, with some engineers, things have occasion ally not been thought unworthy or !m proper which, although not in them selves dishonest, would be impossible among lawyers or doctors, which ought to be impossible among gen tie men. and which would be impossible among engineers if their organizatica were as complete and their etiquette as strict as la the older professions— Engineering. Woman at Her Best. A woman's character and powers are finest about 40. A woman has gained everything at 40 and lost noth--1 ing; she is at the full vigor of her in- . tellectual powers, she has acquired experience and judgment, and is not far ’ enough away from youth to have be- ' come unsympathetic even to its wildest vagaries-—Bystander. Old Fire Engine Still Good. ■ Chester, N. H , has a fire engine which has been in constant operation since 1843. It is a small hand tub, s but it can send a powerful enough . stream to reach the highest steeple in town. e o FOR SALE—Two sows and 18 pigs. Nelson May, Rural Route 12. 18-3 t

■; A Surprise Pam. ’ [Original 1 There was a house party at Edward Medway's. who had just come into possession of a modest estate, not enough to live on without doing anything. bwrt a good thing to have to help a man to success who w_s umtitious. Dudley VVeybum was there, a good natured. rollicking, devil may care sort of chap, with a large fortune, which he spent lavishly on his friends. He was bent on marrying Laura Leonard, one of the girls of the party, but. though she gave him considerable encouragement. would never say "yes” to any of his numerous proposals. Weyborn and Medway were great friends, and one , day Medway said to the lover: “It's plain enough. Dudley, that Lau- ‘ ra Leonard wants you. She s only fooling with you. Giris have queer whims, ■ and hers seems to be to bother you.” “What makes you think she wants j meT asked Weyborn. brightening. “Well, you're a deuced good fellow— I young, handsome and rich. What else I would a girt want? Now, I'll tell you what you do. We'll put Laura in a ■ trap. I’ll propose a series of mock ; marriages and ask her to begin with you. She can dress herself in bridal finery. AU girls love to do that. I'll get myself up as a parson, and we'll hare a marriage ceremony in presence of witnesses. Then after it's all over we can take the ground that it's legal. She'll be satisfied, only she’ll want to be married over again.” Weybnrn after much persuasion consented. Miss Leonard at first refused, but finally consented also. The performance was a great success. Miss Medway played a wedding march on the piano: the bride, followed by her attendants, came down the main staircase, while Weyborn, supported by his groomsmen, filed out of the library, meeting the bride in the hall and poxeeding to the drawing room, where they stood at one end of the apartment. It had been agreed that the religious part of the ceremony was to be left out. which the bride that there would be nothing binding In the ceremony. The bride and groom consented to take each other for better or for worse, and they were pronounced man and wife. Congratulations followed. and all proceeded to the wedding supper. When Medway, who had agreed to announce to the bride that she was really married, an hour later took her away by herself and told her of the fact he met with a reception far different from what he had expected.

“Do you mean to tell me,” she said, turning pale, "that I’m really married to Mr. Weyborn?’ “You took him for your wedded husband and he took you for his wedded wife in the presence of witnesses,” "Bat you are not a clergyman, and you didn't put in any of the religious part of the service." She was growing more terror stricken every moment. “There is what is called a Scotch marriage, in which two persons agreeing to marry each other in presence of witnesses are legally married.” "But this is not Scotland.” “It's impossible to tell exactly what constitutes a marriage in this country, but since there is every probability of your being married to Dudley Weyburn. since he is young, handsome and rich, it seems to me best under the circumstances you'd better call it a go. You can have another wedding, a swell affair, you know.” “But I don't want Dudley Weyburn.”

This was said with such agony that Medway was terror stricken at what he had done. “Great heavens. Laura'. I hope you're not in love with any one else.” "Yes, I am." she said, bursting into tears. Medway was thunderstruck. As soon ' as he had recovered himself a bit curi-; osity as to who was the possessor of; the girl's heart overcame all other con-' siderations. Could it be possible that! with no fortune she could decline one, with a very good fellow for a husband, for some young man who must work for his living? "I'm awfully sorry. Laura,” he said ■oothingly. "We didn't intend to go against your wishes. Do you mind telling me who the man is you wished to marry?” "Oh. I couldn’t!” She buried her face in a divan pillow. "There wouldn't be any impropriety in your telling me tn confidence.” "Not since I can’t marry the man I Jove?” "Certainly.” “But it wouldn't be treating my busband right.” “What a conscience!” said Medway to himself. Then aloud: “Oh. that would be all right. He’d never know it.” “Well, since I'm married and there’s nothing wrong or immodest about telling, the man I love is”— “Out with it, Laura. You'll feel better when you've relieved your mind.” “You,” she whimpered. No pen or pencil cor Id adequately picture the expression on Edward's face at the receipt of this Information. The clock ticked many seconds before he moved; then he bent down and put his arms around the rirl. “Oh. don't!” she moaned. “I’m married” "Married be hanged!” he exclaimed. ‘Tm a lawyer, and I know that in America ft’s the intent of both parties that makes a contract binding.” There were no more mock marriages during the continuance of the bouse party. Medway made a clean breast of everything to Weyburn, who was con vtnced of his friend's innocence of any Inteat to supplant him. Before the departure of the guests the engagement of the host and Laura Leonard was announced. ROSALIE WHITING.

Weak Women To weak wccy-. i* * - .«•£« cc< woytoheip- Bus with Usax two BBS t» c-tEbinsd. One is local.«» is caaal, but both are both Dr. Sboobs Cure is the LocalDr sboop s itswaasrre the CcutxsiMl The fenwi— Dr. Short’s NsgM Cure— Mercs memiaane mpso»-.tory i-Ce-dj S* I*Shoop s kastoeative is wholly aa asternal ■senu The Bertntrve rascises th.- jogbocs the acfire system. ■wefcsg the r-rair at ah nerve, wZ tissue. sL blood afbsecisThe "Night Cure”, as ns nasse rnplte*. <loe» :» wort white you steep. It seeches sore ei snueoua surisces. heals local wtafcrfses *r.i discharges. white th- Krftoracve, eases Berrwa Otiiaart fives renew'd an I amtstoc. baflds ea wasted tissraea. bringne abort renewwi Kzecgsh. vigor, aad energy. Take Dr. short S kcKoranre—Tablets or U«siid—as a ral trtie to the system. For posit: re local ce-p. use as wed Dr. Shoop’s Night Cure THE CONFERENCE (Continued from page 1.) they charge bad faith just as earnestly as a good, old-fashioned ward worker would do when he had been turned down by those who seemed to be his own. The presiding elders of the six districts are now beginning to hear all sorts of things about their preachers that they never knew before. This is because the laymen in some particular church are anxious to get hold of a minister with a little more steam rhan the other fellow had. It is church politics and they play it with a vim. The wives of the ministers play quite an important part in the politics too. They know that their husbands are looking for a better charge and. consequently, a better salary. Before they come to the conference they talk it over. When the god wife gets a chance to put in a word for her clerical spouse it is a pretty safe guess that she will put it into play with an earnestness that frequently brings the desired result. A preacher with a hustling wife has half his battle won. As the conference draws near to a close the interest in the appointments grows more intense and rumors fiy thick and fast. The presiding eldership for the Wabash district is still an unsolved problem and there are rumors the Rev. Somerville Light, the Rev. G. B. Work or the Rev. B. S. Hollopeter. who are named by the ministers of the Wabash Ustrict as men they would like to have their presiding elder chosen from, stand no chance of being appointed. It is a matter of conference record that the bishop, who has the appointing pow-

er. seldom selects the same man that ■ the ministers of the district do. So none of the men mentioned tor the place will say they desire it. — o OLE OLSON COMING SOON Clever Company Will Appear at Bosse’s Thursday. “Ole Olson" is quite the best thing from all points of view the manage-i meat of the Bosse Opera House has offered for some time, from an ar- i tistic point probably the best of the i season. "Ole Olson" is a great play ; It has scored a hit in every place it* has been produced. It is a play that I leaves a pleasant flavor behind it, | a flavor of rustic romance, and brings I deeds of goodness and simplicity, suf- ’ sering through four acts, to rise tri- i umphant over frustrated villany and irritating misconception. The "Ole" is an actor of uncommon grace and spirit, has a fine presence and smiling face, and a good Swedish accent, that is equal to any emergency. During the performance he will sing six new songs, "Philopene." ■•Northland Lullaby,” •"Strawberries.’ "A Swagger Swedish Swell.” 'Open Your Mouth and Shut Your Eyes.” and "Fair Land of Sweden ' This is a splendid company and particular attention is paid to details. Return engagement. Thursday, April 18th. CHEAP EXCURSIONS Via Erie R. R. to points in the west .nd southwest. On the first and thirl Tuesday of each month, we will have on sale, both one way and round trip tickets at exceedingly low rates. Call on Erie agents for particulars, or write O. L. ENOS. Traveling Passenger Agent, Marion. Ohio. CEMENT WORK GUARANTEED. We are ready to take contracts for all kirds of cement work, such as cor. Crete sot stations, sidewalks, cellar floors, etc. A lere we furnish the maerial. we guarantee the work. Send •is your o. iera, or call us by phone, .’io. 556. BUTLER & BUTLER, 71-»tf Decaur, Ind.

Boss Opera House THURSDAY, APRIL 18 THE FAMOUS SINGER John Cumpson AND THE SCREAMING COMEDY THAT HAS CAPTIVATED MILLIONS. OLE OLSON IEW COMPAIY and Shut Your Eyes HEW LAUGHS Nortnand Lu any FEATURES Strawberr.es "ULE" Fair Land of Sweden REW ..’T-nr- I i ' Etc, “ L ““ Prices 25c 35c. 50c and /5c Seat Usual r.ace I i The News —No Pure Food Drug , Cough Cure Laws would be needed, if ail cough cures were like Dr. Shoop s Cough Cure is—and has been for 20 years. The National law now requires that if any poisons enter into a cough mixture, it must be printed on the tahel or package. For this reason mothers and others, should insist on having Dr. Shoop's Cough Cure. No poison marks on Dr. Shoop's labels — and none in the medicine, also it must I by law, be on the label And it's not only safe, but it is said to be by those who know it best, a truly remarkable cough remedy. Take no chance, particularly with yonr children Insist on having Dr. Shoop s Cough Cure. Compare carefully the Dr Shoop package with others and see No poison marks there! Yon can always be on the safe side by demanding Dr. Shoops Cough Cure. Simply refuse tc accept any other Sold by W. H. NACHTRIEB NOTICE TO ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS. Notice is hereby given to the pro-1 ’ petty owners on each side of Third street from the south line of Monroe ! street tc the north line of Madison i ‘ street, that the common council of ■ the city of Decatur, Indiana, formally adopted a resolution to improve said ■ Third street from the south line of Monroe street to the north line of Madison street, that on the 19th day of April. 1907, ■at seven oclock p m., the common ! i council will, at council room, hear f all persons whose property is affected . ! bv the proposed improvement and will ! decide whether the benefits that will j accure to the property to be assessed | abutting and adjacent to the proposed improvements and to said city, will be equal to or exceed the estimated cost jof the proposed improvement, ! By order of the common council. ; made and entered of record, April 3. ( 1907. • SEAL) CARL O. FRANCE. $4-12t- City Clerk. o THE VIOLIN RECITAL. The violin recital, which will be ■ ■given under the directions of Tony j Holthouse at Bosse s Opera House. ’ April 16th, promises to be one of those i rare musical feasts which no one can [afford to miss. A recital of this kind is not a common occurrence and the violin and voice has been considered the sweetest and grandest of all music. while the clever arrangement of the program brings it witbin the appreciation of all. Secure your tickets at the Holthouse Drug Cm, price 25 cents.

Titon and Golioh Si • I These famous stallions will stand I the season of 1907 as follows: First ’ 3 days of the week at Preble; last 1 three days of week at the Conrad farm i near Freidheim. ' Terms —$15 00 to insure colt to stand and suck. 76— August Conrad : 0, L. WALTERS I ATTORNEY IT LAW Office over Brock’s tin shop Second Street. Decatur, Indiana

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[OUT THEV GO j Look for a home in Southwestern North Dakota, the land where fuel famines are impossible, land of big crops, fat cattle. | ■ snnshine and contented fanners; an always reliable crop country You should I select 160 or 320 acres of the sl7 an acre land from our tract of 85,000 acres. ■ Write to , ■ WM H BROWN CO., Mandan North Dakota, or 131 LaSalle St., Chi- » cago for maps and facts. Low excur- g sion rates April 2nd. and 16th, 1907. ■ I L.E.LVATSON | Decatur. Indiana Representative B

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i Friday the 13; | j j By Thomas W. Lawson ♦ I The ! X I Latest Serial t t : + BEGINS IN ♦ ♦ THESE COLUMNS ♦ X SOON : + + i —* ♦ It is the talk of the country * ♦ Await the opening chapter ♦ : t << « I »»<'■»'♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<■■»■»■ i: ii t AUCTIONEER HAB.B.Y DANIELS Decatur, Indiana. R R. 8 LIVE STOCK AND fARM SALE AL’CTIOIiBERING, A SPEC IATY Ysior Bosines solicited. Call ’Phone No 13E Line Decatur 29" q————-J—■ ■■■■ — I' l,l ■ in—— V II ■■ 1 * Feed and Seeds PaniDsular Portland Cement Gypsum Bock Wall Plaster ‘ I , K We make a tpedalty of fnrLlohlng H’GB QRADB CT-SA’ OOAL iiat will burn J. D. HALE Phon* B I Oor. Jeffervon