Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 6, Number 209, Decatur, Adams County, 1 September 1908 — Page 2

THE DAILY DEMOCRAT Published Every Evening, Except Sunday. by LEW G. ELLINGHAM* Subscription Rates: Per week, by carrier .1# cents Per year, by carrier $5.00 Per month, by mail 25 cents Per year by mail $2.50 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. INVESTIGATING THE FARMER Writing to the Chicago Inter Ocean a Republican paper, Thomas Fletcher of Newark, 111.7 criticises President Roosevelt's appointment of a commission to investigate the farmers. Mr. Fletcher says that he has always been a Republican, but that he will vote for Bryan this year. Speaking of the investigation of the farifters, he says: As a Republican farmer and landowner, I am not especially pleased ■with the president’s, idea of appointing a commission to investigate the sanitary, moral and financial condition of the farmer The commission will undoubtedly be instructed to count the farmers’ children and to make a report on ‘ race suicide.” We have no idea that congress will pay the slightest attention to this report. This is a move on the part of the president to catch the farmer’s vote. The president has something over 200, 000 federal officeholders under him. These holders of office draw upward of $200,000,000 in salaries from the pockets of the people. For the president to have used this great body of men to further the interest of Taft as a candidate for president against the wishes of the best heads in the Republican party is entirely wrong. Roosevelt might better have kept his

THE VAN WERT COUNTY FAIR { Every indication points to a larger and better I meeting than ever before. Many improvements at the grounds add to their attractiveness and make provision for the comfort of patrons. The } general show will, as in the past, be educational in its nature, and good races and special featurIed daily for the entertainment of patrons. Soldiers’ day will be observed on Wednesday. Arrange to be present. | SEPTEMBER I 8,9,10,11/08.

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hands off. Os course it may have been done in the interest of “my policies’’ and yet it is not what any single individual wants, however high a station he may for a little time occupy, but it is what the public wants. Any other president could have done this, but no other president has ever done so; no other president has ever appointed his successor. The farmers are not savages and they need no investigating by a president. We make the statement that there are plenty of farmers and stockmen in these United States who could give our president valuable advice as to what are the proper duties of the president and what are not his duties. It's time to advertise if you want any of the fall business. Do you? Business men who complain of hard times should advertise. It bears the same relation to your success as does axle grease to the old wagon. Try it. Several national banks in Oklahoma are surrendering their charters and reincorporating under the state law. They do this in order to hold their business. Mr. Bonaparte, President Roosevelt’s attorney general, decided : that national banks could not avail themselves cf the deposit guaranty ' feature of the Oklahoma law, and as this decision would put them out of ■ business as national banks, they are beooming state banks. The ■ cratlc party in both state and nation • is in favor of guaranteeing deposii tors. ATTENTION REPUBLICANS! The Republicans of Jefferson township. Adams county, Indiana, are . hereby called to meet in mass con--1 vention at the home of Dan Brewstet s in said township on Saturday, September 12th. 1908, at the hour of 3 p. m. for the purpose of nominating towns ship officers fcr said township. s 209 tk GEORGE BREWSTER. MONEY TO LOAN—I have plenty of money to loan on farms. No commission charged. Dore B. Erwin, at 3 torney at law. tufrl

THE SOCIAL DOINGS Miss Georgia Meibers Entertained at a Six O’Clock Dinner Party THE SOCIAL NOTES Queen Esther Band Will Meet With Miss Frances Bryson Miss Georgia Meibers was a charming hcstess to a six o’clock dinner party given by her Sunday evening in honor of Miss Helen Doswell. of Fort Wayne, who is visiting here with friends. Those who were present at the dinner were the Misses Ada Murray, Inez Snellen, Lillian Harris, Bessie Tcnnellier, Sylvia Droppelman, of Jeffersonville, Ind., and Helen Doswell, of Fort Wayne. They were joined in the evening by Messrs. Frank Bremerkamp, Vane Weaver, John Harris, Troy Babcock and Francis Gast. Dancing and a contest were the principal amusements of the evening. A delicious luncheon was served by the hostess during the evening and the event was a most enjoyable one for all. — This afternoon twenty-five boys and girls gathered at the home of Master Henry Heidler, north of the city to remind him cf his twelfth birthday. Many beautiful presents were received from the guests. A two course luncheon was served which was appreciated by all. A good time is reported. All the members of the Baptist Aid Society will please be present Thursday afternoon at three o’clock at the church to transact some important business. Don’t forget the day and favor the society with your presence. The ladies of the W. R. C. Club will meet at the home of Mrs. Joshua Parrish on Wednesday afternoon. The ladies are requested to be present at 2:00 p. m. A special program will be rendered and important business will be looked after. Refreshments will be served and the afternoon will be a most delightful one. The regular meeting of the Modern Woodmen lodge will be held tomorrow evening and the members are all requested to be present at same. Important business will be loked after. Miss Frances Bryson will entertain the members of the Queen Esther band at her home cn Fifth street Thursday evening for the first time in several months. All the members are requested to be present and a fine time is assured. On account of the death of Miss Vena Butler the Ladies' Aid Society of the Mt. Pleasant M. E. church will nob meet this week but will meet next week on Wednesday, September 9tn, j at the home of Mrs. S. P. Sheets. — A pleasant six o’clock dinner was given by Mrs. C. K. Bell last evening to a number of invited guests in honor of Mrs. Rose Stone, of Muncie, Ind., and Miss Emma Jackson, of Paragould, Ark. The dining room was prettily arranged for the function and the dinner was a very delicious one. After the repast the guests remained for the evening and enjoyed a sociable time. SeveraJ fine instrumental solos were rendered by the guests.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE. For sale, 149 acres good black land very best buildings, fences, well tiled close to German and English schools and churches; 86 acre of good land at a bargain; also a business establishment for sale. Come in and see ®s Call on C. Lautenheiser, Opp. Court House. Decatur, Ind. Fri Tue H . a g s H a,t * Health Never Fails to Restore Gray Hair to its Natural Color and Beauty, No matter how long it has been gray or faded. Promotes a luxuriant growth of healthy hair. Stops its falling out, and positively removes Dandroll. Keeps hair soft and glossy. Refuse all substitutes. 2# times as much in SI.OO as 50c. size. Is Not a Dye. *1 and 50e. bottles, at druggists Send 2c for tree book “ The Care of the Hair. ’• Philo Hay Spec. Co., Newark, N. J. Hay’s Harfina Soap cures Pi mp i«,, red, rou?h and chapped hands, and all akin diseases Keeps skin fine and sc<t. 25c. drurrists. Send 2c tc: tree book “The Care utthe Skin.” Holthouse Drug Co.

THE TOUCH, BUT NOT THE VOICE Editor Democrat—"History repeats itself” is a saying almost as old as history itself. Human nature is the same today that it was thousands of years ago. If you doubt this and care to read the Bible you can find the proof by turning to the twentyseventh chapter of Genesis, where you will find how Isaac was deceived by Jacob, and how Jacob stole the birthright and blessing from bis brother Esau. During the dedeption Ja«l| went near unto Isaac his father; and he felt him and said. The voice is Jacob’s voice, but the hands are the hands of Esau. You see that Isaac had become blind and could not see. Now I want to say to the voters who read this paper that deception did not die with Jacob. One of the most gigantic political schemes that ever was perpetrated is being worked on the American people, or at least is being attempted. The American people to a great extent fell in with Rooseveltism, because felt that Roosevelt was a reformer. If the people elects Taft this fall they will not get the Roosevelt reforms. We will admit that by Taft beb/r nominated through the dictation of Roosevelt that he received the touch of Roosevelt, but all you will have tp do is to read the Chicago platform and you will see that Taft has the voice of Wall street. He may have the touch of Esau, but not the voice. W. J. ARCHBOLD.

COURT HOUSE NEWS Howard Eley, of Berne, Committed to the Reformatory THE CLERK’S REPORT Fifteen Marriage Licenses Issued During Month— Real Estate Transfers The monthly report of County Clerk James Haefling shows that during the month of August, marriage licenses were issued to fifteen couple in Adams county. Jury commissioners Fordyce, of this city, and Fristoe, of Geneva, have decided to meet Friday of this week to select the petit jury for the September term of court. The clerk’s report to the auditor for fees collected from June Ist to August 31st, shows a total of $356.72, of which $178.89 was on civil cases, SB6 on marriage licenses, $38.33 on probate and $11.35 on criminal cases, John S. Whitehead has transferred to S. J. Bouse, forty acres in Monroe township, the consideration being $2,800. o Try Admiral coffee. 209-ts You have tried the rest, now try the best —Admiral coffee. 209tf o » . CURES COUGHS AND COLDS. Hyomei Gives Relief in Ten Minutes — Cures Over Night. Everybody knows, or ought to know, that Hyomef Is recognized among scientists as the specific for Catarrh, Asthma, Bronchitis and Hay Fever, but there are a great many people who do not know that Hyomei will cure a cough or a cold In less than 24 hours. But every one should know that the soothing, balmy and antiseptic air of Hyomei when breathed over the raw and inflammed membrane of the nose and throat will instantly allay the Inflammation, and will effect a prompt cure. Complete Hyomei outfit, including inhaler, costs only SI.OO at Holthonse Drug Co. Extra bottles, if afterward needed, will cost but 50 cents Joseph M. Harbaugh, Heldredge, Neb., writes: “I have used your Hyomei in my family for two years or more, and find it one of th best remedies we ever used for a cold or sore throat. We find that it gives quick relief in cases of catarrh.”

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GREAT NORTHWEST (Continued from Page One) in her arms rather than marry a chief she did not love, seems fitting to the place. Minneapolis, the twin sister of St. Paul, entertained us royally. There are two beautiful lakes within the city limits, but Lake Minnetonka about twenty miles out is the favorite summer resort for St. Paul and Minneapolis people. We enjoyed a delicious luncheon served under the trees on Big Island. In the afternoon the steamer with a fine orchestra took ns around the lower lake through the narrows into the upper lake and back. The three hundred miles of shore line is and well wooded, much of it being occupied by beautiful summer homes and hotels. We spent many vain regrets in wishing it were close to us so we and the friends at home might enjoy it often. The stores in St. Paul and Minneapolis compare favorably with those in Chicago. A banquet served at Donaldson’s the largest department store in Minneapolis could not be excelled for excellence of service. After the banquet speech of welcome by the mayor and others, with responses from members of the association, were certainly given in a happy vein. The toastmaster was a star performer in his line. He was able to make a telling joke on every speaker, which added much to the levity of the occasion. At seven-thirty Saturday morning we were all on deck a Mississippi river steamer bound for Red Wing. Every one was on time even at that early hour. You get left out here if you’re not. The trip down the river took over five hours as the water was only four feet above low water mark, and the boat had to take a tortuous course to keep off the sand bars. The work the government is doing here to assist navigation is very interesting. The river flows through high cliffs beyond St. Paul a little way, and on top of these are built Indian mounds. Farther down the river one of our party pointed to a high bank and said to another, look at the Indian mounds. The second replied, I am afraid you are running a “bluff” on me. Some places the hills are away in the distance showing how much the river has receded. We could see the high water mark on the trees which was about eleven feet above its present level. ■The scenery along the river is very beautiful. The first intimation we had we were nearing the city was a sight of the bluff from which it takes its name. It is shaped like a wing and I suppose in fall when the leaves turn it is ’•ed. Os course the first thing they did after we landed was to take our picture. Insteading of breaking the camera we broke the platform they had for us to pose on. However they took us after the excitement subsided. We all kept still in a hurry when they said we would go to the armory, where lunch was waiting as soon as the man had his picture. When we got to the armory we found long rows of tables loaded with good things ready for us and to say we did justice to the feast does not express it, for yon always carry the sauce of a good appetite np in this

THE PICTORIUM TONIGHT First reel —“Wire Tapper.” Second reel—“ The Pretty Typewriter.” SONG. “When You Love Her and She Loves You.” “In the Valley Where the Sleepy Schuylkill Flows.” Admission b cents. John B. Stoneburner

country. When you eat and sleep as you do here the “hurry habit” they talk about up here don't hurt you. Red Wing entertained us royally. For hustle and enterprise I know of no city of its size that has more. We left St. Paul Sabbath afternoon with many regrets. Her citizens, her climate and her beauty have no superiors. I have not done the subject jusI tice. lam sorry I can’t for Sim Beatty ‘wanted us to tell all his old friends I that he lives in the most desirable * spot on earth. He and his family are nicely situated in a pleasant home [overlooking the river. They have not .had a day's sickness since they came here. NELLIE M. ELLINGHAM. —o . Last wek for paying your bill for electric light and power. 204-5 t

I—OW RATES For homeseekers excursions First and Third Tuesdays of Each Month during Year 1908 VIA THE CLOVER LEAF ROUTE From Decatur To TEXAS, MISSOURI, COLORADO, ARKANSAS, a a r. o KANSAS, OKLAHOMA And other Southwestern and Western states and territories All Clover Leaf Agents and Employes are Instructed to pay special attention to the comfort and conven fence of holder* cf Homeseekers’ Exc nrsion Tickets. For particulars call upon or address T. L- McCullough Agent, Toledo, St. Louis & Western R. R. Decatur, Ind. FROM DECATUR <7 TO MACKINAC ISLAND AND RETURN trob*an'd If T,*'’? 1 * 00 the magnificent ateamera ol the ■ and St Clair p- Bnd - Savl £ at ’ f)n Lo across Lake Erie, through Detroit Tickets XJfi Ver ® Dd <? P ‘ he en ‘ ire len *‘ h °f Lake Huron Mackinac, ledo knnKSt .Louis September 4th. 1908 Boat leaves Toember 15th P moI J DID ?’ September sth. Good returning until Sept“db"u““,h' clover] t. l. McCullough, Agent. Toledo, St. Louis & Western J Decatur, Indiana

371 h Annual big FAIR Portland, Indiana Aug. 31, Sept. I, 2,3, 4 — — — • • $3,100 Purse on Races — • • • • The Engagement The Gregory FamilyFamous Acrobats The Greatest Company on the Road • • • • ALSO • Kennedy Bros, and Mack in their novel trick house comedy and acrobatic act. IHI • • • • Grand Military Drill by Indiana National Guards anl Stock parade on Wednesday only • • Many Grand Special Feature • • • • J.F. Graves Secretary