Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 6, Number 165, Decatur, Adams County, 11 July 1908 — Page 2

TheJJaily Democrat. Published Every Evening, Except Sunday, by LEW G. ELLINGHAM. X— Subscription Rates: Per -week, by carrier 10 cents Per year, by carrier 15.00 Per month, by mail 25 cents Per year, by mail 12.50 Single copies 2 cents Advertising rates made known on application. Entered at the postoffice at Decatur, Indiana as second class mail matter. J. H. HELLER, Manager. ABOUT THE VICE PRESIDENT The Denver convention could have done no one thing to send a greater thrill of delight throughout Indiana than it did when it nominated John Worth Kern for vice president. There is a peculiar quality of simplicity, earnestness and manliness about John Kern, an unfailing good humor and cheerfulness under political defeat and personal ill health, a frankness in his speech and an impulsiveness in his acts —all of which endear him to every man who comes to know him. whether as a public character, as a true friend and comrade, or as the devoted husband and father jn a happy home. How his nam P upon the ticket' will affect its reception throughout the country, where he bag some such limited and disappointing acquaintance as was revealed in the newspaper on Sherman’s nomination at Chicago, or even here in Indiana, where with all his popularity his vote-getting faculty seems unaccountably ineffectual, it is yet too early to say. But it ig perfectly certain that many Republicans who may go so far as to say that his nomination will weaken the ticket will nevertheless rejoice at th e honor that has come to him, to his state and to his

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g Every Boy, His Parents and Sisters in This Community Should Hear B I Judge Willis A. Brown of Salt Lake City | £| A Real Friend to Every Boy in the Land and the Originator @ H of the Juvenile Court and the Boy’s Citv g gS SO g will Lecture on the “BOY PROBLEM” B nS ||| lAt Presbyterian Church, Sunday Evening, 7:30 I

city, as in the good fortune of a family or personal friend. Among the reasons which actuated his family and Mr, Kern himself in hoping that this nomination might go elsewhere has been the consideration of his physical strength, which is not of the greatest and has at times seemed precarious. Th e matter is certain to be one of solicitude on the part of his friends regardless of party, and possibly of public significance as the campaign wears on. Political honor is of doubtful value, if it develops to have been purchased at ihe price of health and happiness. At any rate Mr. Kern will ornament and make acceptable ihe Democratic ticket in Indiana, and whether he is elected or not the memory of his recognition at Denver will always be a pleasant memory,—lndianapolis Star, Rep. Miss Gertrude DeVoss left this afternoon for Fort Wayne, where she will visit for a short time. Today was a quiet day in town, not many of the farmers being in, they being busy with the crops. A number of Decatur peoplee will leave tomorrow for several different lakes, where they will enjoy an outing. Mrs. Barton left this afternoon for Bluffton for her home after after visiting here for some time with relatives. Lawrence Vogelwede will leave in the morning for Rome City, where he will visit with brother Charley and family. John Record sold his property on east Jefferson street to Mr. Levi Johnson. Mr. Record expects to build in the near future. Martin Jaberg, of Kffingham, 111., was in the city today enroute to his home in Magley. Mr Jaberg but recently returned from Effingham; where he was taking a course in topography. "Hech” Hensley has another of his famous specimens this time it being a sure white squirrel, which was caught som e distance in the country and was presented to Mr. Hensley. The animal is a daisy and “Hech” is justly proud of it.

THE SOCIAL NOTES The Ladies’ Aid Society Meets With Mrs. Fred Bell MODERN WOODMEN Miss Orvis Entertains in Honor of Miss Carlyle, of Cincinnati, Ohio ' Bell contest? This afforded an interesting entertainment for the Ladies’ Aid society of the Christian church when they were entertained at the beautiful country home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bell, known as Bellview Farm, yesterday afternoon. The contest was written espcially for the occasion by Mrs. John Fleming, and brought forth much praise and laughter from the guests. Other features of th e afternoon's entertainment were a story entitled “Aunt Mary’s Rhubarb Pie” which was read by Mft. Marie Holloway, and w-as very interesting throughout. Other readings were given by Miss Alban and Miss Burdg which were well received. At four-thirty o'clock delicious refreshment were teervwl, tyfter .which a social hour followed. The ladies enjoyed a ride home on hay ladders, after a most delightful time. Mr and Mrs. David Flanders pleasantly entertained last evening at six o’clock dinner at their beautiful country home, east of the city. The dinner was given in honor of Mr. Carly’e, of Rockaway, N. Y., and Miss Carlyle, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who are visiting here with relatives. Miss Minnie Orvis was hostess at a dinner party this noon in honor of Miss Carlyle, of Cincinnati, Ohio. Those present included Miss Carlyle, Dr .and Mrs. W. P. McMillen, Grandmother Ferry and the hostess. A number of the members of the Modern Woodmen and Royal Neighbors enjoyed a delightful time at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Fledderjohann last evening. The party consisted of the following: Messrs and Mesdames Dr. W. E. Smith, C. L. Walters, Charles Dunn, A. Akatahenereich, William Rcihards and Frank Kern; Mesdames Anna Yahne, Jeffreys, John Falk, H. M. Shroll, George Zimmerman, E. E. DeWitt, T. W. Shelton, John Ray, Leroy Wolford, Robison, Misses Cronk, of Illinois; Lillian Barmore and Messrs Carl K. Moses, Dorsie Hoagland and Frank McConnell. The evening waS spent in having a jolly time and elaborate refreshments were served. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. P. H. Wagner, who has been with the T. St. L. & W. railroad as operator, has purchased a half interest with Girt Reynolds in the Clover Leaf coal yard. You are all acquainted with the old reliable stand. Please call phone 495 and let us have your order. We handle all kinds of hard and soft coal. Thanking you for your past favors, we remain, Respectfully yours, 163-3 t REYNOLDS & WAGNER.

MONROE NEWS ITEMS. The Queen Esther band met at the home of Mrs. E. W. Jones Thursday evening and all report a good time. Monroe is to have a moving picture show every Thursday evening. Dr. C. C. Ray went to Fort Wayne on business Thursday. Mrs. E. B. Macy from Decatur,' is visiting friends in our town. Mr. Homer Lewellen from Fort Wayne, was seen on our streets Thursday. Mrs. Clyde Graham from Kendallville is visiting relatives in our town for a few days. Mrs. R. B. McKeenan from Fort Wayne, is visiting her mother, Mrs. J. Hocker. H. J. Andrews made a business trip to Fort Wayn e Thursday. Mrs. George Keller is reported quite' sick. Mrs. C. C. Rayl returned to her home after visiting her sister, Mrs. Bert Keller at Richmond, Ind., for a few weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Andrews returned to their home in Decatur aft°r visiting Charles Merriman and family for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. John Gross from Portland, .were visiting friends in our town a. few days this week. Lew Wise and family from Decatur visited friends in our town last Sunday. Dr. Parrish was a business caller in Fort Wayn e last Tuesday. Gus Hendricks who has been stationed at Leavenworth, Kan., is home for a few days. He expects to leave for the Philippines in a short time. J. F. Hocker was a business caller in Fort Wayne last Tuesday. —————■ 000000000000 O o O THE CHURCHES O O o 000000000000 Communications intended for this column should be in not later than ten o’clock a. m., Saturday, to Insure publication. CHRISTIAN CHURCH. The following services will be held tomorrow in the Christian church: Sunday school at 9:30. Preaching at 10:30. Subject of morning sermon, “Lif e from Death.” Preaching at 7:30 p. m. Subject, “The Relation Existing Between the Religion of the Bible and Politics.” Everybody ought to hear this ser mon. Come and bring a friend with you T. A. COOPER. GERMAN REFORMED. 9:30 —Sunday school. Lesson, I Sam. 9-10. 10:30 —Divine worship conducted in German. Text, Matth. 5:5. “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” You are welcome to worship wPh us. Louis C. Hessert, Pastor. EVANGELICAL CHURCH. Sabbath school will meet at the usual hour, 9:*15. The subject for discussion is “Saul Chosen King.” Public worship at 10:30 a. m. Subject, “Scripture Giving.” At 6:30 p. m .the Young People’s Al-

liance will meet in their usual session. The topic for this meeting is "Courtesy and Character.” Special music will be rendered. We extend a hearty welcome to all. The regular evening service will be dispensed, with to join the Inion meeting to be held at the Presbyterian church and conducted by Judge Brown, who will speak in the interest of the boy problem. On account of the Union service at the Presbyterian church and the special service at the United Brethren church the Epworth League service will be dismissed twenty minutes earlier than usual tomorrow night. A letter of special interest will be read at that time and all the leaguers are requested to be present. The service will be in charge of Miss Nichols and Miss Walters. ST. MARYS CATHOLIC CHURCH First mass 7:30 a. m. sun time. Second mass 9:30 a. m. sun time. Vespers and benediction 7:00 p. m. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. 9:15 a. m. Bible school. No morning service. 2:00 p. tn. Junior C. E. No Senior C. E. meeting. 7:30 p. m. lecture by Judge Willis Brown, of Salt Lake City, Utah. —o : — NOTICE TO WATER CONSUMERS Notice is hereby given to all consumers of city water that the water rent is now due and payable at the office of th e City Trasurer on or before the 20th day of July, 1908. All rents must be paid on or before the above mentioned date or the water will be turned off without further notice. Kindly attend to this matter at once and avoid trouble. C. VOGT. Supt, Water Works. ELZEY'S CHOLERA BALM. Has been sold for the past eighteen years and has proved itself a valuabl remedy. Try it. lam also agent for Dr. Clark Johnson’s Indian Blood Syrup made in New York. All persons having any disease arising from impureb lood such as rheumatism,dropsy, kidney disease etc., should see me. JOHN ELZEY, 154-30 t 1108 Monroe St., Decatur, Ind. o I have good city properties for sale or will trade for farm. Arthur Fisher, Decatur, Ind. 160 St

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