Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 6, Number 307, Decatur, Adams County, 26 December 1908 — Page 3

*************** : the : : GRANDA * * * One of the finest shows ever ♦ * come to the city. Don’t forget * * » * TONIGHT * * • * JULIUS CAESER # * « _ Ideal Policemen . ♦ * Music. • j * * «. # SUNBONNET SUE « ♦ # * “Everybody goes to the * * Grand” * * *************** WEATHER Fair south, rain or snow north portion tonight or Sunday; wanner tonight; colder Sunday. » DIED IN CHICAGO - (Continued from Page One) here, and was for some time a member of the St. Marys church choir. The news of her death will cause sadness among her circle of acquaintances. The remains were taken to Clinton, Michigan, her former home, today, and the funeral will be held there tomorrow. Her mother, a sister, Mrs. Htveley and a number of other relatives survive her. o ARRIVED TOO LATE (Continued from p*** One) into eternity before she reached Hoagland. Mrs. Sweet was paltt ninetytwo y°ars of age, and had the distinction of being cue of the oldest residcn’s of Al en county. She has visited Decatur many times and while here made the acquaintance of many who will receive the news of her demise with sad hearts. Tie sympathy of Decatur citizens is extended to the bereaved ones. o MUSICAL AT BOSSE THEATER Do not forget the grand musical given by the pupils of the musical academy next Tuesday Dec. 29th at th 3 Bosse opera house. It will be a rare treat. Though the program looks long, it will last only one hour and a half. It is given for the benefit of St. Marys church. Come all. Seats can be reserved on Tuesday at the usual place. The xnusical will be given one evening only. Rev. H. Theo. Wilken. o— LOST —A Swastika belt pin somewhere in Monroe. Finder return to Fern Hendricks and receive reward. Conservative Careful management—the acme of prompt, courteous service, everything consistent with good Ranking you secure when you open a checking account here. A checking account will relieve you of many exasperating troubles and disputes protect you thoroughly. Investigate. Old Adams County Bank

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C. E. Sullivan and family were in Decatur yesterday.—Berne Witness. Miss Irene Baker of Fort Wayne, to the guest of Miss Emma Schultz of this city. Tom and O. Uhl, of Toledo, were the guests of Barney Terveer and family over Christmas. Miss Clara Schultz of Fort Wayne, is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schultz of this city. Mr. and Mrs. David Fortney, of Willshire, £pent Christmas in the city the guests of Mr. James Coverdtle. John B. Miller and wife, of Fort Wayne, were the guests of their son, Med. and family here for Christmas turkey. Supt. Pore, of Geneva public schools an<i principal Giliom, of Monroe schools visited the Decatur schools tbis week. All Elks are requested to be at the hall tomorrow afternoon at two o’clock. First rehearsal for minstrel show—Committee. z Erman Mentzer, of Bluffton, enjoyed a Christmas dinner at the home of R E. Peters yesterday and has returned to his home. Joel Ashelman, a young farmer east of Bluffton, suffered a fractured leg when a belt flew from a corn-shredder and struck him, throwing him to the ground. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Leas rturned to their home at Waterloo last evening after being the guest of their daughter, Mrs. R. Earl Peters over Christmas. Miss Della Clark, Decatur, w ill spend the holidays visiting with her sister, Mrs. John French, this city, and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Mosure, of Vera Cruz. — Bluffton Banner. The premiums to be awarded on yellow and white corn at the Farriers’ Institute to be held here next month will bee based on ten ears displayed. Make your entries early. Frank Linn, a former Decatur bey, who has worked in Chicago for many years, was at home for the Christmas dinner as has been his custeme ever since leaving the parental rcof. Dr. C. B. "Wilcox and Dr. Geo. Hunter Meyers will exchange pulpits Sunday morning and evening. Dr. Wilcox preaching at Montpelier, Indiana, and Dr. Meyers preaching in his old heme church. The Bluffton Land and Timber company has been incorporated by L. C. Justus, James W. Sale and others. The company has purchased 1,706 acres of land in Mississippi, which it will place upon the market. Representative Gilhams before leaving Washington for his home had a talk with Secretary of Agriculture Wilson about things he wanted done in the twelfth district. He obtained a promise of expert lecturers who will attend farmers’ institutes in that district and talk to the farmers on all agricultural subjects. C. C. Sprunger is circulating a peflI tion to the county commissioners asking that a sotne road be built on the mile of road running east and west and making the north boundary line of the corporation of Berne. The required number of names of freeholders is 50 and nearly a hundred signers are on the petition. Berne | Witness. County Superintendent Lawrence I Opliger received a message this morn- ' ing announcing the sad news that his ‘ cot sin, Levi Sauer, of Wayne county, ; Olio, had died on Christmas day. The message gave no statement of the cause. The funeral will occur Monday. Mr. Sauer was twenty-three years old und had a number of other relatives in this county. Cracksmeii failed to get into the safe at the Standard Oil company's | office at Elkhart because electric light- . ing current to the building had been ■ disconnected. They had rigged up wiring connections to operate the d ill, , but were unable to find the switch to i sec life current to drive it and gave up in disgust. The imprint of the drill is plainly visible on the safe . deer.

PERE MARQUETTE REMAINS Not Scheduled to Be Taken Over by Central, Says Ledyard. Detroit, Mich., Dec. 25. —’’There is absolutely no foundation ' for them,” replied Henry B. Ledyard, chairman of the Michigan Central Railway board of directors, today waen asked about rumors that the Pere Marquette system might be taken into the New York Central the first of the year. “The Pere Marquette is a competing line of the Michigan Central in every important Michigan town, and such a combination would be illegal to begin with. Besides, it is not likely that after my thirty years’ work in bringing the Michigan Central up to its present condition the system would be charged with the task of equally developing the Pere Marquette. My membership on the Pere Marquette beard is entirly prsonal, and at Mr. Morgan’s request.” o 1— Mrs. Lydia Hendricks of Monroe will spend the holidays with friends and relatives in Hammond, Ind. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fansler and son Jesse spent Christmas in Fort Wayne with Mr. and Mrs. Otto Oberlin. Mrs. W. D. Hendricks and daughter Grace of Kendalville, are guests of Mrs. Laura E. Crill and son Ralph. Fred Kintz, of Fostoria, Ohio, is here visiting friends and relatives. Ke is thinking "of moving to Michigan. The corn exhibits to be made at the Farmers’ Institute next month are only eligible for Adams county farmers. H. M. Romberg and two sons, of Fort Wayne, were lookng up friends here today-. They called on the Democrat. New Year’s but six days distant, then oh, my! the resolutions. It will be something awful. Be sure and keep them, boys. Miss Dale Payne has gone to her home south of the city for an over Sunday visit with hes parents. She will return tomorrow. Rev. E. B. Parker and family of Nappanee, also H. T. Craig and wife of Fort Wayne, arrived in the city this morning to attend the Hale-Craig reunion. Mr. and Mrs. C. Montgomery and children Delbert, Vivian and Virgie have gone to Monroeville for a visit with friends and relatives and will return tomorrow. The band with the “Texas Ranger” v lich shows at the Bosse opera house tonight, played several selections on thd street today and attracted considrable attention. There were not so many farmers in town today as a consequence of the large amount of Christmas shopping done on previous days, but the merchants are not registering any kicks. From indications we are to have real winter from now on. The weather has changed to be decidedly colder and in all probability will hover around the zero mark before many days go by. The big minstrel show to be given by the Elks will be the best ever, and those who will take part in the show are working hard to put on the best home talent production evei staged in the city. Those who attend will certainly get their money’s worth and will be contributing to a charity cause by attending. The musicale to be given by the Sisters of St. Agnes next Tuesday night will be very entertaining and the music loving people of Decatur cannot afford to miss the rare treat which is in store for them. Three pianos will be played at once Ify the pupils and several other features have been arranged for. Word from Geneva is to the effect that Martin Laughlin is slowly recovering from the .attack of heart failure he suffered here several days ago and it is thought that he will be able to attend tomorrow’s session of the county commissioners. It is important that Mr. Laughlin be here fcr tomorrow’s meeting as there are several bonds to be signed.

A happy surprise was given Trustee Louis Kline, of Preble township Wednesday evening by his teachers. Mt. Kline retires from office next week and the teachers wished to show him their appreciation for his many kindnesses. He was presented with a handsome oak rocker and a good time was had. Those present were Lulu Lankenau and Johanna Jaebker of number one, Johanna Fruchte, of number five- Mina Case, J. E. Nelson, Ed Frucate and Charles Reppert of number six.

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CHRISTMAS CELBRATED (Continued from page 1.) An elegant Christmas dinner was enjoyed at the home of George Ruttman, north of the city yesterday, by a number of the friends of the family Those who partook of the festivities were C. F< True and family, o' Decatur; Teddie Somers, William Singleton and family and Chris Sheets and family. A Christmas dinner was served by Mr. and Mrs. Elijah Walters for their children and grandchildren. A very delightful time was enjoyed in conversation and music. The dining room was beautifully decorated in red and green. The family was seated at the table and a two-eourse dinner wa= served by Mrs, Elijah Walters and Mrs. Bushnel. The guests wdre Mr. Jre Johnson and family, Mr. D. A. Moser and family, Mr. E. D. Walters ant* family and Mrs. Bushnel and Miss Lettie Stumbaugh. On the evening of Dec. 23 the teachers of Blutereek township with their families met at the home of the trustee and completely took him by surprise. During the evening Mr. Vv. P. Merriman was called on for a speech and responded with some well chosen remarks on the Subject “Friendship.” One of the illHt’etions of friendship was the presentation to that worthy gentleman of a beautiful rocker, which was probably a greater surprise to him than the gathering of the teachers. The remainder of the evening was spent in conversation and all departed at a late hour wishing Mr. and Mrs. Raudebush a “Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year. BLACK CAT TURNS STEAMER Crew Says Uncanny Beast Caused Vessel’s Return. Milwaukee, Wis., Dec. 25. —Two stories are told by marine men explaining the return of the steamer John Duncan, which reached North Point on its way to Erie, Pa., but then returned to port. A cross-eyed black cat in the so-castle, sqys the crew. The waves were too heavy and the promise of a blizzard too great great to risk the men’s lives, is the announcement of the captain, who scouts the black cat yarn. Any way, the John Duncan came back. After the gale subsided or the cat disappeared, as you plase, the Duncan again started on its trip to the lower lakes. o—oooooooooooo O DECATUR O O CHURCHES O 000000000000 ST, MARYS CATHOLIC CHURCH First mass, 8:00 a. m. Late mass, 10:00 a. m. Vespers, 3:00 p. m.

U. B. CHURCH. I. Tinier, Pastor. Sunday school at 9:15 a. m. Prayer meeting 10:30 a. m. Y. P. C. E. U. 6:00 p. m. Christmas sermon 7:00 p. m. Preaching at Union Chapel at 10:30 a. m. All cordially invited to the services of this church. GERMAN REFORMED. 9:3o—Sunday school. Lesson review. 10:30—Service conducted in German. Student Edw. Worthman will preach. C: 15—Christian Endeavor Society Topic, The new life of China. Ezek. 37:1-14. 7:00 —Communion service in English. Text, Mark 1:23-25. The Cry of Sin. You are cordially invited to worship with us. Louis C. Hessert, Pastor. M. E. CHURCH. Dr. C. B. Wilcox, Pastor. Sunday school 9:15. John Vail, Sr.pt. Morning sermon 10:30 a. m. Epworth League Devotional 6 p. m. Evening sermon 7 p. m. Special Christmas music. Rev. Geo. Hunter Meyers will preach both morning and evening. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. 9:15 a. m., Bible school. 10:30 a. m., morning services. 2:00 p. m. Junior C. E. 6:00 p. m. Senior C. E. Election and installation of new officers. Let us make this an interesting meeting. 7:00 p. m., evening services. The pastor will deliver sermons at both services appropriate to the season. Miss Sprunger will delight us with vocal selections at both services. You are invited.

MRS. McRANEY’S EXPERIENCE Mrs. M. Mcßaney, Prentiss. Miss., writes: “I was confined to my bed for three months with kidney and bladder trouble, and was treated by two physicians but failed to get relief. No human tongue can tell how I suffered, and I had given up hope of ever getting well until I began taking Foley’s Kidney Remedy. After taking two bottles I felt like a new person, and feel it my duty to tell suffering women what Foley’s Kidney Remedy did for me. ’ THE HOLTHOUSE DRUG CO. o —- LOST —A gold bracelet with a lion's head design in a green pad somewhere on the uptown streets Sunday afternoon or evening. Finder please leave at this office. 303-3 t o— MARKED FOR DEATH. "Three years ago I was marked for death. A graveyard cough was tearing my lungs to pieces. Doctors failed to help me. and hope had fled, when my husband got Dr. King’s New Discovery,” says Mrs. A. C. Williams, of Bac, Ky. “The first dose helped me and improvement kept on until I had gained 58 pounds in weight and my health was fully restored.” This medicine holds the world's healing record for coughs and eolds and lung and throat diseases. It prevents pneumonia. Soid under guarantee by all dealers. 50c and SI.OO. Trial bottle free. o Her* I* Relief for Women. If you have pains in the back. Urinary, Bladder or Kidney trouble, and want a certain, pleasant herb cure for woman's ills, try Mother Gray’s Australian-Leaf. It is a safe and nev-er-failing regulator. At Druggists or by mail 50 cts. Sample package FREE. Address, The Mother Gray Co., Leßoy, N. Y. THIS IS WORTH READING. Leo. F. Zellnski, of 68 Gibson St., Buffalo, N. Y., says: “I cured the most annoying cold sore I ever had, with Bucklen's Arnica Salve, i applied this salve once a day for two days, when erery trace of the sore was gone.” Heals all sores. Sold under guarantee at all dealers. 25c. MEDICINE THAT IS MEDICINE “I have suffered a good deal with malaria and stomach complaints, but I have now found a remedy that keeps me well, and that remedy is Electric Bftlers: a medicine that is medicine for stomach and liver troubles, and f<T run down conditions.” says W. C. Kiestier, of Halliday. Ark. Electric Bitters purify and enrich the blood, tone up the nerves, and impart vigor and energy to the weak. Your money will be refunded if it falls to help you. 50c at all dealers. o— If you want any tpewrlting done, call on Will Hammell at Schurger & Smith's office. 298-6 t FOR RENT —Eight-roomed house Conner of Jackson and Ninth strets. See Mrs. P. J. Hyland. Fifth street ts * —— Every Woman Will Be Interested. There has recently been discovered an aromatic, pleasant herb cure for woman's ills, called Mother Gray's Australian-Leaf. It is the only certain regulator. Cures female weaknesses and Backache, Kidney. Bladder and Urinary troubles. At all Druggists or by mall 50 cts. Sample Free. Address, The Mother Gray Co., Leßoy, N. Y. If your dealer doe* not baarfto Admiral coffee, others do. 2fr*M o More people are taking Foley’s Kidney Remedy every year. It is considered to be the most effective remedy for kidney and bladder troubles that medical science can devise. Foley’s Kidney Remedy corrects irregularities, builds up worn out tissues and restores lost vitality. It will make you feel well and look well. THE HOLTHOUSE DRUG CO.

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Let CHRIS MEYER Make ALL YOUR CLOTHES Suits from sls up Pants from $4.50 up Perfect fitting garments, most stylish, finest workmanship. Bring in your old clothes, let us make them look like new. 135 SOUTH 2ND. ST.

AT BOSSE’S OPERA HOUSE TO-NIGHT "A Texas Ranger’' The best play of the west since “Arizona” and the “SquawMan” A competent Cast. Full Scenic Equipment. Cowboy Band Parade a’ Noon Prices, 50, 35 and 25c Seat Sale at Holthouse Drug Company. I HEAT IQk In the Right Place At the Right Time '"j<> ■' >.5. ( rn •. i , UM IwMB 1 hat s it—where you want it—when gyg&g* IgdjM you want it —and if you only ~ - ylm knew how easy it is to carry from room to room —and how much 1 cheery comfort you can have with a fewlek I PERFECTION BSSSI Oil Heater (Equipped with Smokeless Device) USsSfijEU You would no longer he without one. “No smoke —no smell ' —this is the Perfection maxim. Because the smokeless device is smokeless you can have «=»> direct glowing heat from every ounce / b ol oil. Brass font holds 4 quarts — burns 9 hours. An ornament any- ySezSi S’ where —finished in japan and nickel / \ Every heater warranted. k 1-7 1 The wil added pleasure 111 V to your magazine or . JS. paper—it gives a hril--4 liant, steady light. Equipped with the latest improved central draft turner. Made of brass, nickel plated. Every lamp warranted. ' Write our nearest agency for descriptive circular if you don t find lhe Perfection Oil Heater or Rayo Lamp at your dealer s. STANDARD OIL COxHPANY (Incorporated) . .

We have two cars of wash nut range coal for $3.25 per ton delivered long as it lasts. Must be sold for cash. Reynolds & Wagner. 307-6 t

t LOST—Black and tan dog with white feet and white in face. Answers to 1 name Sport. Finder please notify t Geo. G. Flanders.