Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 6, Number 304, Decatur, Adams County, 22 December 1908 — Page 2

THE DAILY DEMOCRAT »übll»hed Every Evenin a , Except Sund»y, by LEW G. ELLINGHAM. Subscription Rates: Per week, by carrier 10 cents , Per year, by carrier |5.00 Per month, by mall K Per year, by mall ..$2.50 Single copies Advertising rates made known on application. Entered at the postoffice at Decatur, Indiana, as second-class mail matter. HELLER, Manager. Another holiday season Is drawing to a close. Within a day or two the buying season will have passed into history and the up to the minute merchant will begin to figure out now he came out for the year 1908. Although the year started with a panic there are few business men in Decatur who have not prospered. There was a general step forward in every way. There was more building than usual, and the general business has been excellent, considering everything, all of which goes to show that Decatur is the best town on the map. The holiday- trade has exceeded last year with two more days ahead, and the business Hone this season has been equaled but few times in our history. There seems no good reason why we

Home Made Candv 2000 Pounds Which We are goin£ to sell at lOceqts a lb. 500 Fancy Box 25g to $5.00 each The rqost corqplete liqe of Nuts, foreign end Dorqestic, lq the shell and out of the shell. FRUITS OF HrLL KINDS JUst Gorne iq and see for yoUr self. Rrt IqterUrbaq Station COLCHIN & JOSEPH 000000000000000000000000 o > ° o Anderson & Baker | O O o ° o ° o o o O o ° q Again the Santa Claus O O headquarters for Candies, q O Nuts, etc. Special attention O — - O q given to school and church. Q O O O o O o O ° o o o Anderson & Baker ° o ° o ° 000000000000000000000000

Toyland. Near North Pole,Dec. 22,1908 (Special.) To aH the good boys and girls of Adams county, greeting: I have just concluded my schedule and find that I will finish my trip in time to be with Mr. Stoneburner at the Star theater, Decatur, at one o’clock Chrismas afternoon nd stay there until 12 o’clock at night. I want to see all my little friends and will have candy, nuts and popcorn for you. Bring your pa and ma. I may have something for them, too, and I know you will enjoy the show. Yours for a Merry Xmas, SANTA CLAUS. ♦

should not go forward with even greater strides in 1909. Governor Hughes, of New York, has appointed a commission of well known men who are distinguished in their several pursuits to investigate W all street and its stock gambling. The commission is expected to make a report on conditions and any measures that may be taken to reduce both the volume and flagrant character of the gambling. It is not intended that the exchanges shall be reduced to mere cash transactions, but that remedies may be provided against a lot of speculation that is controlled by factors of such large magnitude that the little fellows who go into the game have no chance whatever, on the ground that prices so often fall or rise, not by reason of inherent and natural conditions but through what is termed “manipulation.” The man who gambles in the stock market is foolish and usually pays for his folly. Why not, th*n, let him alone to suck his burned fingers in retirement? The same principle would apply to the lottery business, which has been driven out of the country, or to the bucket-shop trade, which is having a hard time to keep alive under the drastic statutes of various states. The country needs the marts of finance and they have been of great value in developing the country-, but it Is true that they have been

damaging instruments in robbing the unwary—Fort Wayne Sentinel. IN CIRCUIT COURT Jury Finds for the Defendant in Account Case — Out Two Hours WAS HARD FIGHT Verdict Returned After Two Hours —Other Legal Affairs

The case of the Mutual Mfg. company vs. Christine Kuntz to collect an account of $350, went to the jury at eleven o'clock this morning. The evidence was concluded last evening and the arguments began at 8:30 this morning, D. B. Erwin opening for the plaintiff, followed by F. M. Cottrell and A.. P. Beatty for defendant, and Mr. Erwin closing. An hour to each side was allowed. The instructions of the court were quite lengthy. At one o'clock this afternoon the jury returned a verdict, which was read as soon as the court and jury could be summoned. The verdict read: “We, the jury find for the defendant. J. N. Frlstoe, foreman.” The court excused the jury until next Wednesday when they will hear a case against the city.

A transcript has been filed at the clerk’s office, in the case of Julius Haugk vs. Daniel Overhulser, heard before Squire J. H. Stone November 21, when judgment was rendered for 163.81. S. A. Annantrout, executor of the William H. Wodruff estate, has filed his final report and same will be heard January 15th. Emma Baker has sold to Aaron C. Huffman 40 acres in Blue Creek township for 32,300. A marriage license was issued to Gettys Parmer, 26, a farmer from Ohio, and Sylvia Hower, aged 18. daughter of J. A. Hower of this county. o YOUTHFUL HUSBAND GONE. Stepson, Kentuckian's Senior, Asks Police to Find Fugitive. Goshen, Ind., Dec. 21.—Charles Pickering of Keyser, Ky., 23 years old, who came here and married Mrs. Phoebe Rohrer, a wealthy farmer’s widow, a few days ago, has disappeared from Mrs, Rohrer’s home in New’ Paris. Mrs. Rohrer is the mother of seven children and her oldest son, who is his stepfather’s senior, has asked the police to search for Pickering. o

NOTICE TO FIREMEN. < 1 The members of the Fire Depart- ; ment committee will hold a special | meeting this evening, Dec. 22. Don’t i fail to be present at 7 o’clock. i L. C. HELM, Chief. , ■ 1 " < *************** 1 THE : :GRAND: ♦ * * TONIGHT J * “Anthony and Cleopatra" # * Illustrated song. * « * * “Under the Tropical Moon’’ * * * * By Miss Niblick # * * * * “Everybody goes to the * * Grand” * i * * *************** MORE LIGHT | at a less price 4-8-16 c. p. I guaranteed light bulbs 15c I each. Each lamp is guaran- | teed by us. Have just re- ■ ceived 1,000. I Tungstron lamps all sizes | in stock. Schafers Up-To-Date Hdw. Store

Another Big Special A $350 GUARANTEED PIANO FOR $217 Think of it i.y w'J M cS Jk furniture line for Xmas. Beds, Tables, Chairs, Hall trees We are also headquarters for everything in the lurmtur Mirror., Cabinets, Dressers. Book cases. Davenports and everything else. Call at ones.

SOCIAL COLUMN A Christmas Dinner to Be Given by Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Miller * A FAREWELL PARTY Other Happenings in the Social Life of Our Community A Christmas family dinner will be held at the home of Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Miller Friday and a most enjoyable time is anticipated all who have been fortunate in receiving invitations. Mr. Archbold, of Pittsburg, will be the honored guest at the dinner and the delicacies of the season will be partaken of by the guests.

There will be a large number of family dinners held in Decatur Christmas and the day is to be one of cheer. The home coming of loved ones will not be the least of the features on the memorable occasion and the people can partake of the festivities with a consciousness that the deserving poor have been remembered by those who are more fortunate. We are certainly reaching a high standard of civilization when the public is as sensitive to the needs .of the poor as is the case at the present age. The helping hand of noble organizations and generous individuals will display more real philanthrophy this year than ever before and thus the shadows of financial depression will fade from from the homes of deserving poor as completely as a protracted effort

from the hands of a god fearing, right thinking people will permit Let us not tarry for an appeal for aid but make it our business to see that every deserving Decatur family enjoys a gcod Christmas dinner and how much more we can enjoy our festivities, if we know that there is not a poor widow, an orphan, an unfortunate family w’hich is bereft of the necessaries of life. A kind deed in this direction will long be remembered by the recipient, will kindle in their hearts a new hope, will denote a friendship and will give the donor a satisfaction that is better than riches.

Mr. and Mrs. R. Earl Peters will entertain at a family dinner Christmas a number of their relatives, including Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Peters of this city, Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Mentzer and family, of Bluffton, and Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Leas of Waterloo. A farewell party was given Miss Bessie and Bertha Drummond at their home on north Third street Monday evening. The amusements of the evening were music and games. Those' present were Esther Heckmann, Lydia Kirsh, Irene Eady, Vera Hunsicker, Roxie Fisher, Kosa Green, Flora Fledderjohann, Cecil Eady, Mary Stults, Sherman Beery, Arnold Stults, Walter Wilkinson, Lawrence Biggs, Paul Van Camp, Ed Boknecht, Floyd Acke rand Clarence Fledderjohann. A two course luncheon was served. All had a good time. The Item in this column yesterday that Mrs. H. L. Conter entertained on Sunday evening was an error. A few friends called to visit with Mrs. Frankk Christen, who is a guest at the Conter home, but the affair in any wlse -a party.

MOSES & MEYER

Installation of officers will be one of the features of the meeting of the Mason lodge this evening and a glorious time is expected. Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Heller will give a family dinner at their home Christmas day for the following: John Heller and family, J. W. Tyndall and family and Henry and Miss Bertha Heller. A delightful time is expected. There will be no meeting of the Shakspeare Club until after Christmas the time of the members being too much occupied at present. —■ —o SUTTON REPLIES TO HOPPE Champion Will Play When Proper Desi is Issued. New York, Dec. 21—Willie Hoppe's open challeneg to play a match game with any billiardist in the world has drawn a reply from George Sutton, holder of the trophy representing the world's chmpionship at 18.1 balkline, who says that when a challenge is made in the proper way and a substantial forfeit is posted he will play Hoppe under any reasonable conditions, the former boy champion may name. As Sutton is the richest of billiard players and is always ready to put up his money, the opportunity is one Hoppe may not neglect. In billiard circles Hoppe's defi is not very well received, for the reason that, as former holder of the emblems, he knew the usual course to get a match; he fulled to substantiate his challenge by any forfeit, and named some conditions not recognized, as, for instance, a cushion which is not generally known.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS. Notice is hereby given to property owners whose lots and parcels of land abut on Ninth strocyrom Nuttman avenue to Dayton aWnue, Decatur, Indiana, that said street has been completed and that the city civil engineer has filed his final estimate and report with the commop council cf said city and that the common council of said city has caused an assessment roll of the costs and expenses of said improvement together with the names aqd the description of the property and the amount of such assessments to bo filed in the office of the city clerk of said city, and that the common council will on the sth day of January, 1909, at seven o’clock p. m. at the council room, hear any and all remonstrances against their respective property on said assessment roll and will determine the question as to whether such lots or parcels of land have been or will be benefitted by said improvement in the amounts named on said roll, or in a greater or less sum than named thereon or in any sum. Witness my hand and the seal of said city this 15th day of December, 1908. THOS, F. EHINGER. It2wks City Clerk. —o DRY GOODS STORES WILL CLOSE Our stores will be closed all day on Friday, December 25th on account of Christmas. Please govern yourselves accordingly: Niblick & Company. True & Runyon. M. Fullenkamp. Kuebler & Moltz. 302-5 t o — NOTICE. 1 All persons having bills against th« City of Decatur are requested to pre- • sent same on the last of every month 302-6 t City Council. —o ’’ LOST —A pair of brown, undresser 1 kid gloves. Were left in some • store or office. Finder please returi 1 to Jeff Bryson or to this office. t o-— r PENNY PICTURE STUDIO-Ove: Clem Voglewede’a. 303-6

The Most Useful Xmas Gifts are those which are practical, they will always be highly appreciated. Allow us to suggest some useful gifts for Men and Boys:

SUITS, SHIRTS, MUFFLERS, OVERCOATS, COLLARS, HANDKERCHIEFS RAINCOATS, CUFFS, NECKWEAR, FANCY VESTS, UNDERWEAR, GLOVES, TROUPERS HOSIERY, UMBRELLAS We have gifts from 10c up to $25

and any one of them will be Appreciated by the Men-folks. Remember your trading time is growing short so trade as early as possible, while assortments are still complete.

Holthouse, Schulte & Co. Good Clothes Sellers for Men and Boys. l(T ~ - ~ For a Warm Bath Room A bath in a cold room is a .■ "shivery” operation and is extremely liable to cause colds. The bathroom above all should be kept warm, j This is easy and the bath is a comfort if you have a WECTION Oil Heater (Equipped with Smokeless Device) It may be carried from any other room to the bath room, which it will heat while you are preparing for the bath. Impossinle to turn it 100 high or too low. The most economical heater you can buy— intense heat for 9 hours with one filling. J i\ Lamp “ lamp for ~ all-round house- / \ hold purposes. Gives a clear, / JJ steady light Made of throughout and nickel \ plated. Equipped with the latest improved central draft burner. Handsome —simple—satisfactory. Every / lamp guaranteed. V _X i| 11 you cannot get heater or lamp at your dealer'*, I wr ** e our neares t agency lor descriptive circular. ill STANDARD OIL COMPANY g 111