Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 7, Number 56, Decatur, Adams County, 6 March 1909 — Page 3

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WEATHER. Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday; ■cooler tonight. | J. S. Lower left this morning on a ■ business trip to Frankfort. He will ■ return soon. ■ Prof. John Walters, of Willshire, ■is visiting with his family in the ■city over Sunday.

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Monroe Byers, of Willshire, returned to his home today. Ed Lyons left on his regular business trip this morning. Clarence Longenberger returned to his home at Willshire today. Eugene Runyon has returned from Fort Wayne, where he transacted business. The people of the city are invited to attend the various meetings at the churches tomorrow. Mr. Burns residing on Short street, is having his home remodeled and when completed it will be modern. Henry Paulus, prominent resident of Silver Lake, died Thursday after an extended illness. He was 64 years of age. Mrs. Margaret Good, pioneer resident of Warren, is dead. She was the mother of Dr. C. H. Good, prominent in politics. Police courts seem less needed now than they have beeen for years. There is little doing around the squires* here of late. William Householder, under arrest at Huntington. has confessed that he robbed his brother, George Householder, a coal dealer, of $167. Mrs. J. L. Wagner and children, Noah and Iva, returned to their home at Fort Wayne after visiting with Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Brandyberry. The home of Dr. Franklin Miles, of Elkhart, the millionaire medicine manufacturer, is to be made one of the handsomest mansions in the state.

, Mrs. John Niblick is visiting with friends at Fbrt Wayne. Charles Kuntz of Geneva, went to Fort Wayne this morning on busline ss. Louis Keller, of Monroe, was in the city today. He left for Fort Wayne this morning. , Farmers in large numbers were in the city today and business men reaped a good harvest. The pupils of the high school who live out of town, have gone to their homes to spend Saturday and Sunday. John Cox, of Columbia City, who attended the horse sale yesterday, went to Fort Wayne this morning on business. Israel Bender, of Blue Creek townjship was in the city yesterday looking after business interests and has (returned to his home. | The horse sale was certainly a : hummer and those who made purchases are well satisfied with the excellent animals they got. The Columbia City Post has figured out that thirty-five widows reside in jthe western part of that city, within ■ a few blocks of each other. Mrs. C. B. Jones, of Garrett, has indicated her intention of contributing SI,OOO toward the erection of the old peoples’ home for Methodists at Warren. Opponents of saloon-closing have organized a “liberty league” in Elkhart county to campaign for the “wet” side of the proposition tn the coming local option election. Thieves, thought to be local talent, robbed the depots of the Big Four railroad and the Winona electric line at Leesburg Wednesday night, but only a small sum was secured. Dore B. Erwin, as commissioner in the Grim partition case will hold a commissioners sale of real estate on Saturday, April 3, the same to take place at the east door of the court At the New Star theater last night the Messina earthquake was shown and large audiences appreciated it highly. The film is one of the very best 'ever shown in the city and will be repeated this afternoon and evening. Godfrey Ashbaucher, John Morris and son George ,are expected back from Washington, D. C., the last of this week, where they went to see the inauguraation of William H. Taft as president yesterday,—Bluffton Banner.

John Niblick went to Fort Wayne last evening. Miss Anna Martin went to Fort Wayne yesterday. Fred Martin went to Fort Wayne yesterday evening. Rev. E. B. Parker, of Napanee, are visiting J. D. Hale and family. Mrs. Arthur Suttles and Miss Helen Niblick went to Fort Wayne yesterday evening. The funeral of Mrs. Harry Lefferson will be Sunday at ten o'clock from the home. Clayton Dailey returned from Willshire today, where he had been visiting with friends! The condition of Mrs. Lou Mailand is no better, she having several sinking spells last night. Miss Marie Kintz is very sick with the grippe. Her sister, Miss Lette, is still sick with the ailment. Miss Juanita Henry returned to her home at Preble after attending the party given by Frank Mills at his home last night. The church brotherhood idea is bound to grow. It is strong now in Scotland, as well as in America. A large churches belong, and work together. William Sheerer of Monroe township, who was badly hurt yesterday, is on the streets today. He is getting along nicely, but is suffering considerable pain. David Van Horn, 80 years of age, and said to be the oldest tramp on the road, spent the night Wednesday In the Bluffton jail. He formerly lived in Wabash county and was once wealthy. Dr. J. C. Grandstaff, of Preble, and the cornor of Adams county, was a business visitor here today. He reports considerable sickness, but nothing of a serious nature among his many patients. Ed Young, of Geneva, was in the city today on business. He will leave the last of- thia month for his new home at Kenda*ville, where he has purchased a creamatory and will enter the business, and the prospects look bright for a good business. The horses disposed of by the Decatur Horse company have either been shipped pr taken overland to the homes of the owners. Some very good animals were in the lot and they brought fancy prices. Many of “the horses were shipped east

As the spring time advances much talk is heard of the merits of this and that ball club, and the big league clubs have all left on their spring house.training trips in the south already, thereby creating much interest in the national game thus early. C. E, Stuckey, of Monroe township, and one of the best farmers there, was looking after business here today. Strange as it may seem it is his first visit to this city for a year and a half, an evidence that he does not lose much time away from home. William Bell, the former pal of the Hon. Levi Mock, was in the city this morning from Craigvllle. He and Mr. Mock make a pcturesque picture going down the street together, one being about four feet tall and Mr. Mock over six feet.—Bluffton Banner. Mrs. Elizabeth Minger, of Vera Cruz, Wells county, came near burning to death in an effort to extinguish the flames which had caught in her home from an toverheated stove. Neighbors dragged the woman, almost unconscious, fr m the house and succeeded in stopping the progress of the fire. The house warming given at the home of Mrs. E. H. Shoemaker Friday afternoon was a splendid success. Between 60 and 70 ladies called by a delicious 2 luncheon. Mrs. musical numbers and contests followed isy la delicious luncheon. Mirs. Shoemaker proved herself a charming hostess. Mrs. Sarah Decker wishes to express her appreciation of the many kindnesses shown her and her husband during his illness, and her many thanks to her friends, also the W. R. C. and G. A. R. for their flower and their help at the time of his death. A comrade has answered his last roll call. Theodore Melching prominent Wells county farmer, has sold 100 acres of land for $10,500, and then presented each of his seven children with a check for SI,OOO. The children are Albert, Willis, of Ossian, Millard, Isaiah, Mrs. W. J. Dustman, Mrs. George Mock and Mrs. Magdalina Glock, of Fort Wayne. A letter has been received by Adam Ritchie at Craigville from the hospital at Fort Wayne where his son John Ritchie is now confined. Ritchie was operated on last Tuesday for gall stones but after the incision was made the physician say they had made a wrong diagnosis as no gall stones were found. Ritchie is much better now, but Is still affected by the anaesthetics. His sister Mrs. Ed Dailey has returned from the hospital. — Bluffton News.

John Rice went to Monmouth on business today. Cleo Henry, of Preble, is visiting with friends in the city. H. H. Bremerkamp has returned from a business trip at Bluffton. Linn Shinn, of Fort Wayne, is visiting friends in the city today. Dr. J. C. Grandstaff, of Preble, went to Fort Wayne on business today. A. B. Bailey, of Monroe, was a Decatur visitor this morning, returning to his home this afternoon. Mrs. Fred Hoenizen, of Williams, was in the city today doing shopping and has returne dto her home. Mrs. Adam Sendlebach returned to her home at "Delphos today after attending the funeral of Mrs. Margaret Coffee. Mr. and Mrs. Felix Kinley have returned to their home at Fort Wayne. They attended the funeral of Mrs. Margaret Coffee. Summers, the Monroe real estate man, transacted busness in the city this morning, and went to Fort Wayne this afternoon to look after affairs. The forester team of the M. W. A. indulged in drill practice at their hall last night and they are rapidly rounding Into form. The members of this lodge have great anticipations of the big log rolling to be held here in June. John Uptegrove instituted proceedings against Charles D. Murray in Squire Smith's court today, in which he demands eight dollars which he alleges is due him for labor. The case has been set for next Thursday morning. The funeral of the late Mrs. Margaret Coffee was held from the St. Marys church this morning at 8:30 o’clock, where a large following of friends gathered to pay last respects. Interment was made at St. Joseph cemetery. Clem Powell, a former Portland young business man, but who has for the past several years been doing an extensive business in New York and Pittsburg, is growing w-ealthy. He has lately spent much time in travel in foreign lands and is more than putting on the style.71. B. Stoneburner has engaged the services of Wilbur Drake, of Goshen, who will begin Monday as vocalist for the New Star theater. Mr. Drake is said to have a clever baritone voice and his singing will no doubt be appreciated by the patrons of this popular amusement place.

C. R. Talbett, of Fort Wayne, and about the best that ever happened on the repair of typewriters, has been busy in the city for a day or two, straightening out the kinks and making new machines out of old ones. He is an artist at the business, and knows every part of a machine by heart. The Touhey tad has tjeen Increased one dollar by the contribution of W. B. Suttles, of Cranesville, Pennsylvania, whose money order we received this morning. Several out-of-town contributions have been received, which demonstrates the loyalty of the friends of the unfortunate man. Mr. Suttles formerly lived in this city. Lon Oxley, partially paralyzed and with weakened mind, tried to ride away on Johnson street this afternoon with a new bicycle of Dr. Hatfield. He fell off several times and narrowly escaped being run down by a dray. Dr. Hatfield’s attention was called to him and he followed and Oxley surrendered the wheel near the city building.—Bluffton News. The will of Enos L. Watson, father of James E. Watson, whose death occurred a few days ago at his .home at Winchester, has been filed for probate in the Randolph circuit court. The document was executed June 2, 1881, and provides tha (tall property, both real and personal, go to his wife, Mary M. Watson. Mrs. Watson was also appointed executrix of the will. Joking friends of Senator Proctor at Elkhart on Wednesday packed a trunk with clothing and temperance literature and sent it to him. When he went there to attend the legislative session Senator Proctor said he would stay in Indianapolis until the county option law was repealed. Sufficient clothing has therefore been sent him to tide him over until the next session of the legislature, two years hence. The contract for the new church at Vera Cruz was let this morning by the trustees of the church. The contract went to Abraham Egley, of Berne, the bid being about $6,000. A number of contractors were expected to be present at the letting of the contract and put in bids, but there was no one present from Bluffton. The work on the church which will be a brick structure, will be started as soon as the weather becomes fair. It is thought that church will be completed and ready for services by the middle of the summer, or not! later than September. —Bluffton Ban- f ner. |

WHV PAY HIGH TAXES ? ? Ou all cash you have on hand March ist, 1909? Better close a bargain for some good property and save your incomes. We can now offer you some of the best properties in Decatur.

Na 766 —Is a 2654 acre tract a half mile from school on public road, twenty acres fine black land, all wire fenced, nearly new frame house en brick foundation, hip roof, a mile and a halt from railroad station, market, etc. Price $2,690.00. Would take Decatur city property as part payment No. 772 —Is a new five room cottage in west Decatur, with good stable, drove well, cement cistern, fruit, etc., rejuires but $650.00 cash. No. 769 —Is a 115 acre tract of fine

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At present very low prices on city properties and some very fine farms, located in various parts of the county, which can be vacated to the purchaser on short notice and in ample time for spring work. It will pay you to call at the office and get further information in addition to the following brief mention:

20 acres improved 3 miles out cheap. 5 acres near town, improved. 80 acres, 2% miles, $90.00 per acre. 80 acres five mile $85.00. Two 80 acre tracts near Saint Paul church, very reasonable. 80 acres well improved Union township. 40 acres in Union township. 90 acres near Washington church; 80 and 100 acre arm near Monroe. 2 vacant lots on North Second street $350 each. 4 good residences near the M. E. church from *1,500 up. Nice cottage residence North Third street, very reasonable. Pillars property North Third street, at greatly reduced price. A

Choice Farms For Sale by the Northern Indiana Real Estate Co. 40 acre tract good buildings, good productive soil, well fenced, and well drained. Price $2,800. , 50 acres good productive soil, fair buildings. Price $3,600. 80 acres, well improved, good productive soil, $5,000. 100 acres, 8 room house with large cellar, large bam in fair condition. Price $5,000. 140 acres, god buildings, large house, bank barn, excellent location. Price SBO.OO per acre. Any one of these farms can be sold at a bargain it sold soon. Money to loan at a Low rate of Interest fTuchte& Litterer, Attys, and M grs Office over Burns Harness Store. Decatur, Indiana. If you want to see,list your farm with us * ’Phone 430

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land a little over two miles from Decatur on stoned road, good buildings. $12,000.00. Na 768 —Is a cottage near Monroe street, cistern, stable, drove well, some fruit and shade trees for $525.00. No. 770—1e one of the best business buildings in the city; will be sold at a bargain, annual rentals over SBOO.OO. No. 771 —Is a nearly all black ground thirty acres, cottage house, on stoned road, for $2,400.00.

North Eighth street, good house and barn, $1,400. 2ft acres and 2 houses. Fine residence on Winchester street 4 vacant lots in the Fullenkamp addition. House and barn near German church Eleventh street. 7 room house Eighth street, $950.00. 7 room house and good barn Second street. Snellen property on North Third street, good modern house and two lots, price greatly reduced, owner must sell. House and two lots on Adams street will sell together or vacant lots separate, very reasonable. We have secured the agency for Western Canada lands for this territory and would be pleased to answer either in person or by mail any inquiry. Our next excursion rates will be from March 16th. Office at Corner of Monroe and Second streets, Decatur, Indiana.

DAN ERWIN