Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 7, Number 257, Decatur, Adams County, 28 October 1909 — Page 2

The Dally Democrat PubUahed Every Evening, Except Sunday, by LEW G. ELLINGHAM Subscription Rates: Per week, by carrier 10 cents Per year, by carrier 15.00 Per month, by mall 25 cents Per year, by mail $2.50 Single copies 2 eents Advertising rates made known ou application. Entered at the postofflce at Decatur, Indiana, as second-class mall matter. J, H. HELLER, Manager. THE DEMOCRATIC TICKET For Mayor KERMAN L. CONTER For Clerk H. M. DeVOSB For Treasurer W. J. ARCHBOLD For Councilman-at-Large JACOB MARTIN M. BURNS For Councilman First Ward ISAAC CHRONISTER For Councilman Second Ward JOHN D. HALE For Councilman Third Ward CHARLES N. CHRISTEN NOT EVEN > .• A POLITICAL STRAW The Democrat is for Decatur every clip. We always have been and we always expect to be. We want to see the old town grow and prosper and we would not lay a straw —not i even a political straw—in her way. We would get up in the middle of the ' night, and we would not limit the number of nights, to boost for the : best interests of Decatur. While we < are considerably tainted with the ’ Democratic itch, yet if ft were actual- 1 ly and honestly for the best interests !' and moral good for lightless and tele- 1 phoneless Jud Teeple to be mayor of [1 Decatur, we would simply go away 1 back and sit down. It might hurt < some, but w r e could cheerfully do i that much for Decatur. We would i do more. If it was for the financial i good of the city that P. L.’s reformers I should again be elected and placed ; In command of the affairs of Decatur we would squirm some, but submit. i We would do that graciously and i Longley and Imperial Hats If we can t please 11 i. you with a Longley or Imperial Hat, it’s because you won’t let us. We have a style for every man, no matter how tall, how small, how I broad or how thin and they’re guaranteed to give you satisfaction or your money back. $3. Everywhere

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i* **♦***♦*♦*♦♦* * * ‘ « If elected mayor of the city * * of Deeatur, It will be my honest ♦ * purpose to uphold and enforce f . * the law, and especially the law * * against the blind tiger and the x ' * bootlegger They shall not live * 1 * during my administration, and * ' * ray first instruction to every ap- * 1 * pointed police officer will be that * 1 * their resignation will be demand- A 1 * ed upon the first evidence of such * * law violations. * ■ * HERMAN L. CONTER. * ’********** * * * * gladly. There is one thing that we would not do. If our party's officers had built the municipal plant and palmed oft on the city a sixty odd thousand dollars debt, without even the scratch of a pen in the records of the city to show how the money was spent, we would not defend them. If they destroyed the private property of an electric light company in order that the city might supply themselves with street and commercial lighting, and even then make no record showing the cost of this added debt of the city, we would not defend them. If they managed the affairs of the city so that the debt grew bigger, the interest heavier, until finally it was necessary to get action through the circuit court to collect the money on orders issued, we would never connive with a handful of other party leaders in making them candidates again. If they were candidates we would never abuse the confidence of our readers in cracking them up as ideal business men in the management of the city affairs. On the other hand if an opposition party— P. L.'s reformers for instance —had taken hold of the city when as Billy Blodgett says, it was financially broke, and they had made their administration a business one, paid theii bills, reduced the debt, placed the city’s credit on its feet, we would never accuse them of being bad managers and unfit for the official trust Imposed. Honestly, we never would P. L., and how you will ever square yourself with your conscience, is more than we can understand. And to think that all this is being done in the name of reform. Reform indeed. It will be great reform that Sim Fordyce will supply in the face of his record as a councilman ?ir four years. The truth is, that the only blown in the bottle reformers that have managed the affairs of Decatur in the last quarter of a century, are the gentlemen and business men who are now holding down that job, and the most of whom are candidates for re-election. If you are honestly looking for a business management and want the city debt reduced, vote the Democratic ticket straight. It is the business thing to do, and if you arc a Democrat, it is the Democratic thing to do. All the candidates on the Democratic ticket received their nomination in a primary election, in which every Democrat had the privilege of voting for whomever he chose, and in doing so, pledged himself to support the nominees. Doc. Sholty has not been very busy working for the city during this administration. He had one bill for $1,392.39, collected through and by the grace of the circuit court, costs and interest at the rate of six per cent .added, earned during “those good old days,” but of course paid by the present council. It Is not necessary now for any laboring man working for the city to take a Doc. Sholty shave on his order. Instead he can take a bee line for either bank, and get the full face of the order —no shaves remember —and the best part of the whole joke is that the city has the money on deposit for the order. I How different from “those good old | days." We have a good business administration. We have proved it by the statements made by P. L. any number of times, and besides that every business man, every taxpayer and every

citizen in the city knows that it is the best business administration ever given the city. P. L. is about the only fellow that has the face to question It. I There is some awful dry fellows in town right now. During the local option campaign and election they were

i in the rear ranks, but now in this ' political election, they are fearful ' that a Democrat will not admin'ster the law in conformity with that elec- , tion. They belong to the reform : party of course, and are spending 1 much tl'tie tearfully impressing tern perance Democrats, th* no one but a reformer is capable of administering , and enforcing the laws of the state and city. Every temperance Demo- ; crat knows that this is the same political game that P. L. has been working off on the community for , how old is P. L.? Do not be worked. Herman Conter has pledged you that law enforcement will be the one pride of his administration, and that the blind tiger shall not exist. That is as strong as the English language will make it, and it is all that any law abiding citizen asks. Do they mention the water meters they compelled you to buy and then in a few months confiscated?—P. L. We have a vivid recollection of the city getting strung for about nine thousand dollars in round numbers, for this sort of “junk,'’ during those good old days," but it pains us P. L. to acknowledge that we cannot remember of any confiscation in this line, during the present administration. Can ft be possible that you again have your dates mixed, P. L. The noon day meetftig at the Decatur Filler factory today is what the boys call a buzz hummer. A large number of the laboring people in this great manufacturing institution greeted the candidates, and ft was an enthusiastic greeting, the kind that makes a candidate feel that the earth belongs to him. It was simply the best session of the campaign and forever puts to rest the many grape vines of dissension among the voters in that section of the best town on the map. The Ward Fence factory is dated for the noon hour tomorrow. The court room tonight will witness the only big public meeting of the campaign. Do not miss it Come out and hear Judge Erwin, Hon. David E. Smith and the rest of the boys, and smoke a good one on the success of the Democratic ticket. Doc. Sholty worked hard in “those good old days,’’ and while he worked many of the laboritag men got a good close shave. Nothing doing with this administration, and as a result they are so poor they are rotten. Doc. knows a good thing all right. John Lose has demonstrated in this campaign that he is not only generous but true blue. Never in any campaign has he been more interested, more in earnest and more sincere for the success of the entire Democratic ticket. Defeat usually measures the standard of men, and there are none of them that comes as near as John Lose in being ace high. He deserves well at the hands of the Democratic party, and we hope some day to see him fittingly recognized, as a partial payment for his loyalty and constancy in serving the Democratic party. JUST SMILE I wouldn’t frown for a crown. Laugh once an hour and you’ll never need any pepsin. Smile, even it It hurts your face; some people have to be cruel to be kind to themselves. Everybody likes a joke; no one goes around telling blank verse. No one »ever accused Master Cupid of being a tragedian. When you look me In the face and smile, I know you haven’t got a gun lup your sleeve. I I’d rather be a Billiken than a Buddha. No man ever laughed when he was premediating a foul crime. You laugh naturally; you have to set your face for a frown. These set of rules were formulated and written by the famous comedian Richard Carle of “The Tenderfoot" fame. The management of Miss Myrtle Hebard had in mind the needs of smiling as a tonic for the people and, as a consequence present “Frlv(olous Bonnie,” an original musical farce comedy in three acts made for laughing purposes only. With plenty of good gingery dancing, tuneful music and funny situations. Will be presented on Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Bosse opera house

SOCIETY COLUMN 1 I Mrs. Mary Sweegar of Marion Inspected the Woman’s Relief Corps ELKS GAVE DANCE Several Clubs Meet Tomorrow Evening—Other Social Events Mrs. Mary Sweegar of Marion, state Inspector of the W. R. C., added to the pleasantness at the W. R. C. at their hall on last evening by her Interesting remarks Mrs. Sweegar visits an order but once a year, and inspects it thoroughly. The Relief Corps of tills city is growing, and there is much spirit manifested. All over the state a strong union exists of the many Relief Corps organizations. A careful record is kept of ever ymeetlng and forwarded to the state officers, and for this reason tne executive officers always find mu:h business as well as pleasure in visiting in the cities and towns where the lodge exists. Mrs. Swegar returned to her home this noon. The personal history of her life and that of her husband is very interesting. Mrs. Swegar told to friends after th? meeting that her husband had entered the army at the very beginning of the war and served three years, during which time he participated in several battles, and was heart and soul in the cause. He was promoted to lieutenant but was forced to leave the army, having from many hardships. become very sick. After his partial recovery the lieutenant entered the army again and served as a private. He was rewarded and mnde happy by the settlements and the peace that followed. The G. B. T. Club will meet with Miss Edna Ehinger at her home, corner Monroe and Fifth streets, tomorrow evening. Thife is the first meeting. The Elks held a dance at their hall over the interurban last evening and many were there and enjoyed the occasion. Several out of town guests were present. A number of the young people of the city will attend the Hallow’een dance, which will be given at Willshire. The occasion will be a pleasant one and many out of town guests will be in attendance. The Ladies’ Mite Society of the Methodist church will be entertained at the home of Mrs. Henry Krick on Mercer avenue tomorrow afternoon. Let all the ladies be present as business of importance will be brought before the society. The American Woman's League will meet with Mrs. J. N. Fristoe tomorrow evening and will hold an unusually interesting meeting. A report will be given by the hostess of her trip to St. Louis and a full account of the work of the American Woman's League In University City. Every member will be present. o — ■ CAUSES 95 PER CENT OF DISEASES Do not neglect indigestion which leads to all sorts of ills and complications. An eminent doetor once said that ninety-five per cent of all the ills of the human body have their origita in a disordered stomach. A physician who made a specialty of ptomachi particularly dyspepsia, after years of study perfected the formula from which Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets are made. Our experience with Rexall Dyspesia Tablets leads us to believe them to be the greatest remedy known for the relief of acute indigestion and chronic dyspepsia, 'fheir ingredients are soothing and healihg to the inflamed membranes of the stomach. They are rich in pepsin, one of the greatest digestive aids known to medicine. The relief they | afford is almost immediate. Their use with persistency and regularity for a short time brings about a cessation of the pains caused by stomach disorders. Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets will insure healthy appetite, aid digestion and promote nutritibn. As evidence of our sincere faith in Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets, we ask you to try them at our risk. If they do not give you entire satisfaction, we will return you the money you paid us for them, without question or formality. They come in three sizes, prices 25 cents, 50 cents and SI.OO. Remember you can obtain them only at our store — The Rexall Store. The Smith & Yager Drug Co.

OBITUARY Hannah Manley was born in Harrison county, Ohio, December 20, 1835, and departed this life at her home In ■ Union township, Ind., Oct. 20, 1909, aged 73 years, 10 months. When but a chiid she moved with her parents to Van Wert, county, Ohio. On December 15, 1852 she was united in marriage to Henry Schnepp, who died , 13 years ago, to this union were ' born 9 children, 8 sons and one daughter; Solomon, Henry, Frank. Benjamin, William, Elmer, Abe and Leon- ■ ard and Mary Murphy. Two of the sons have preceded their mother to the spirit world. She gave her heart to the Lord when but a child and joined the U. B. church and through all these years she has been faithful. The funeral and burial were held at Wren, Saturday, October 23. Rev. ’ F. A. Sharp officiated. —o ’ RECEIVEDSADNEWS M. F. Burkhead Notified That His Daughter Died this Morning A DROPSY SUFFERER Lived at Kalamazoo and Was Visiting at Redkey When End Came A telegram announcing the death of his daughter, Mrs. Michael Everett at Redkey, was received by M. F. Burkhead this noon saying that she had died some time this morning. Mrs. Everett was a resident of this city until about six months ago, when | she and her husband moved to Kalamazoo, Mich., where they have since resided. She had been afflicted with the dread disease of dropsy, and was a sufferer of it all summer. About a week ago she and her husband left for Redkey to make a visit with her sister, Mrs. Daniel York, where she took suddenly worse and the call of death came this morning. About : seven years ago she was united in marriage to Mr. Michael Everett also of this city, and was but twenty-four 1 years of age, and had been a loving wife and made friends wherever she went, and her husband and other relatives are grief stricken over the sad misfortune. Her brothers Martin, John, and Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Burk- ' head and daughter Bess left this noon 1 for that place. As yet no funeral | arrangements have been made, but the remains will likely be brought to ' this city for burial. 1 . n 1 i Policeman Fisher made a drive ■ this morning over to Ohio, to recover a valuable gold watch which had been ; taken home by a young lady who had i been attending high school here and ! rooming with another young lady who 1 j works here. The girl produced the ' watch and no further action was taken. o NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC i ■ > The article appearing in the Daily ■ Democrat saying that the meeting at • the Ben Hur ball on next Friday would be for the public was a mistake. The meeting will be for the ■ Ben Hurs only. L. L. Baumgartner, Chief. o ■ TWENTY MEN ARE WANTED I Wanted, twenty men to husk corn ’ at the Fonner stock farm. Cali Vlc- • tor Ulman, phone I3M. 255-6 t OBITUARY Abraham Meyer was born on the 12th day of March, 1827, in Corgemore Berg, Canton Berne, Switzerland. His parents, Peter N. Meyer and Margaretha nee Mueller reared him in the fear of the Lord. In the year 1837, having heard of the wonderful prospects in the U. S. of America for 1 thrifty farmers, his parents immigrated, and came to Wayne Co., Ohio. There they remained but one year. Moving farther west they came to Adams county, Ind., and settled on a farm rather in a woods, near Newville or Vera Cruz. He with his parents now entered upon true pioneer work with enduring zeal. Since at this time, schools and churches were “few and far between,” he occasionally went to Fort Wayne to receive religious instructions. In the year of 1851 he married Maria Klopfenstein, and this union was blessed with -eleven children. He and his noble wife shared joy and sorrow together for many a year, but in 1861 a dark cloud, casting a dismal shadow, hovered over the home, and threatened their felicity. War was raging between the north and the south and when the great cause needed men, he and two of his brothers turned from

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their homes to take up arms and fight for the union of the states and the emancipation of the slaves. After the decease of his beloved wife, May 11, 1888, he sold his rarm and moved to another near Decatur. Age how -i ever compelled hftn to retire from ac-1 tlve life. For several years he made his home with his daughter, now Mrs. J. Glancy, of Decafur. Some time before, his demise [he returned to Vera Cruz, to visit with another, daughter, Mrs. Jonathan Baumgartner. Here an old malady of his, brok“ 1 out with new force, and after a few weeks of suffering his soul took flight.

v o nr e r s OF DECATUR You are invited to attend a smoker to be given by the Democratic at the COURT HOUSE THURSDAY EVENING, OCT. 28 At 7:30 O’clock. Questions of interest to all of you will be discussed. Judge D. D. Heller will preside and there will be addresses by a number of well known men. Music by the Band. Plenty of Cigars. ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■lß ■ 1(1 to rt [Kind (i of? I IB J V 1 , jj y „ „ j y J ~ , * Liquor is often a necessary and useful g article about the house, especially in case of sickness. ■ I Am Closing Out My Large Stock ! ■ and will close my place of business next i 5 MONDAY EVENING, j Consequently I am offering my stock of R fine wines and liquors of all kinds at a ■ PRICE BELOW COST g If y°u want something good in this line leave your order at once. g ! THE "HOME" SALOON. • ' J. B. Knapke, Prop. ■■■■■■ ■ ■ | ■ lIinHIIBIIB ■ ■ ■

Death came on the 23rd of October, 1909, and closed his career for this world. He was a charter and ever remained a loyal member of the German Reformed church of Vera Cruz. With i patience he bore his sufferings, but J longed to join dear one gone before into the other world. He attained unto the age of 82 years, 7 months and 11 days. His wife and one child preceded him into eternity. Five sons, five daughters, thirty-six grand- ' children, ten great grandchildren, one brother Peter Meyer a large number of other relatives and friends remain to mourn his departure.