Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 9, Number 38, Decatur, Adams County, 14 February 1911 — Page 3

The Better The Grade The Bigger The Trade We sold a big load of rubber boots today

Charlie Voglewedej The Shoe Seller

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Rain tonight or Tuesday; temperature moderate. E. J. Bailey spent Sunday here with his family. Kit Cowan was a business visitor here yesterday. Miss Madge Hite spent yesterday in Fort Wayne. Joseph Kintz was a business visiter here yesterday. Jake Miller was a business caller at Monroe yesterday. John A. Barkley of Union township was a business visitor here yesterday. Miss Callie Ruhl is spending the week here the guest of Miss Ruby Artman. Mrs. Anna McCullough of Pleasant Mills was a visitor in the city over Sunday. Ves Venis and wife of Hoagland are in the city visiting with relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Lutz and daughter, Jean, spent yesterday in Fort Wayne.

Bl *B Start Now The savings account. To put it off means much lost for that money now on your person is certain to be spent in one way or the other. A savings account is the first step to material success—start It now with us where you will be paid 3 per cent interest for six months and 4 per cent Interest for twelve months. THE OLD Adams M Bank

ttOH O ■ O ■ O ■ O ■OBOD0O»OBOHO«O«O1OII S J S Bowers, Pres. F. M. Schirmeyer, Vice Pres. n 2 ’ ° 2 O o ■ 2 H The Bowers Realty Company has some excel- O O lent bargains in city property and Adams county « Bi farms The company would be pleased to have n O ca n a t its office and see its offerings. The com- g * nanv has plenty of five per cent money to loan on g £ SnablL terL Let' the Seh W Abstact g ■ Company prepare your abstract of title. Twenty H 2 years experience, complete records. O ■ o The Bowers Realty Co. ff i French Quinn, Secty. O § |O |OIOIOSOIOWOIOIOHOIOBOIO

Ed Vancil made his regular trip to Van Wert yesterday. John Moser went to Rockford, Ohio, to look after business. Vince Lewton was a business visitor in the city yesterday. V. D. Bell arrived yesterday to transact business in the city. Frank Cottrell of Berne was a business visitor Were yesterday. Henry Colter of Bobo was a business visitor here yesterday. Mrs. Adam Hower and Mrs. A. C. Hower are visiting at Pleasant Mills a day or so. . M. D. Steward of Van Wert has been the guest of John Moser and family over Sunday. Mrs. L. N. Grandstaff of Monmouth was here yesterday having some dental work done. Carl Hanson of Ohio transferred here yesterday afternoon on his way to Fort Wayne. Miss Dorothy Ervin spent Sunday here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ervin. William Darwechter went to Fort Wayne yesterday to attend the funeral of Eli Merriman.

James Artman and wife of Bluffton arrived yesterday for a visit with friends and relatives. Mrs. L. H. Purdy has returned from Bluffton, where she visited with her sister, Mrs. E. D. Ward, who has been sick. Mrs. Alma Brunstetter and brother. Burl Rumple, of Rockford, Ohio, transferred here on their way to Fort Wayne. Mrs. Martin Lord, one of the pioneer ladies of Monmouth, visited yesterday afternoon in the city, the first since last fall. L. G. Kauffman and J. H. Gentis started out yesterday, carrying a line of harness for the Schafer Hardware company. Mrs. William Tucker and children of Berne, who have been the guests at the home of L. H. Purdy and family, returned yesterday to their home. Mrs. Agnes Gase returned yesterday to Tiffin, Ohio, after a visit here with her sister and brother, Mrs. Simeon Hain, sr„ and Joseph Kintz and other relatives. Mrs. Lee Conklin # of Bluffton will visit at Pleasant Mills and Willshire with friends and relatives. Mrs. William Hurst will accompany Mrs. Conklin in her visits. Joe Colchin returned to his work at Conway, Pa., after a short visit with his mother, Mrs. Julia Colchin, and other relatives. Joe is employed as a plumber for the Pennsylvania railway.

Fred Schurger was at Fort Wayne last evening. D. B. Erwin made a business trip to Berne today. Wash Burrell is a visitor at Fort Wayne today. Walter Johnson was at Tocsin today on business. Wilde Wats made a business trip to Ohio yesterday. P. W. Smith of Richmond was here today on business. Fred Schaub Is home from a buslnes trip to Union City. John Mayer of Monroe was a business visitor here today. B. B. Tttple made a business trip this morning to Grove Hill. Mrs. D. A. G. Brown was a business visitor in the city yesterday. Susie and Mary Bentz went to Fort Wayne yesterday afternoon. Ed Meyers of Fort Wayne was a business visitor here yesterday. Henry Smith of Churubusco is the guest of bls brother, A. J. Smith. Jacob Huser of Monroe township was a business visitor here yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Heuer called on Mrs. O. L. Vance at the St. Joseph hospital, Fort Wayne, Sunday. Miss Hilda Roehm of Schumm, Ohio, transferred here yesterday afternoon on her way to Fort Wayne. J. S. Sutton and family returned from Geneva, where they spent Sunday with Mr. Sutton’s parents. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Ehle of Stieridan, Mich., arrived for a visit with Rev. Charles E. Ehle and family. Frank Teeple was at Hoagland yesterday, where he was called owing to the sickness of his brother-in-law. John Rice is confined to his home on account of a serious attack of lumbago. He is unable to be out of bed. Lillian Meyers, who is working at Celina, Ohio, is in the city as the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Meyers. Miss C. Woodruff and Master, Raymond of Geneva, who have been guests of Miss Ethel Davis, left yesterday for their home. Walter Kauffman, traveling representative for the Schafer Saddlery company, left yesterday for Richmond on a week's trip through the central part of the state. Charles Meyers went to Hillsdale, Michigan, to spend Sunday and to accompany his family, who have been spending the week there, to their home here yesterday. The valentine box social to be given this evening by the Knights of Columbus promises to be a prominent affair and many have expressed their intentions of being present. Mrs. Wm. Tucker and children of Berne arrived Sunday evening for a visit with her brother-in-Thw, L. H. Purdy, and family and returned yesterday afternoon to their home. Mr. and Mrs. James Artman visited here- over Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Trlbolet They, returned to Decatur this morning and from there will go to Portland today. They will res> ie in Portland about three months and will then go to Illinois.—Bluffton News. Mahlon Harmon yesterday received a telegram notifying him of the death of his father-in-law, J. W. BruBaker, living near Ohio City. He was 79 years old, an old soldier, and no cause was assigned for his death in the meagre word received by Mr. Harmon. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 9 o’clock and Mr. Harmon and family will probably attend. Two women, Mary Jones and Mary Smith, true names unknown, from Ft. Wayne transferred here today. They stated that they did not know just where they were going but they might stop at Toledo, maybe at Detroit, possibly at Cleveland, and in all protwjbilities at. Buffalo. They refused to give any name other than that we here mention. They had several trunks and other baggage. William Jackson is gaining an enviable reputation as a florist, and several pots of narcissus grown by him may be seen at the library, the Old Adams County bank and other places so fortunate as to be the recipients of favor. The flowers were carefully nurtured by Mr. Jackson, who is janitor at the library, in the basement of that building, where heat conditions, and many others favorable to the growth combine to make the growing a successful one.

Judge Fox of Richmond is confined to his home, as a result of an injury sustained while enroute to his office Friday morning. The judge was just entering tne court house when he slipped on the smooth marble flooring and fell violently. No bones were broken, but the judge was bruised considerably, and will be compelled to remain at his home ror two or three days. It was necessary, because of the judge’s injury to postpone the trial of a case set for Friday, but it is believed the judge will be able to be on the bench again by MondayExchange.

Henry Colter of Schumm, Ohio, was a buslncM visitor here today. Mrs. Halleck will visit with her parents at Pleasant Mills, today. Wesley Hoffman left this morning for Fort Wayne on business. Charles Yobst of Fort Wayne was a business visitor here today. Clara Griebel of Fort Wayne will visit with her parents at. Willshire. Albert Adums of Geneva was among the business callers in our city today. Charles Meyers, returned from Hillsdale Mich., where he has been visiting. John Mayer of Monroe was a business caller in our city this morning. Roxy Stettler of Wilshire, 0., transferred here this morning for Fort Wayne. Spring hats were on display this morning in a number of tho millinery stores. Paul D. Owen of Linden changed cars here this morning on his way to Hesse Castle. Mrs. Charles Voglewede and Mrs. B. Terveer are spending the afternoon in Fort Wayne. Rev. H. D. Meads of Laud, Ind, was in the cinty today looking after some business matters. Rev. H. D. Meads, of Paulding, O„ was the guest of J. S. Lower and family east of the clity today. Mrs. William Biggs, who has been visiting at Hoagland for several days, returned homo this morning. Levi Barkley was at Hoagland today he being in attendance at the golden wedding which was held at that place. Clarence and Hershal Reynolds returned to Wilshire, O, where they have four thousand yards of plastering to do. Ralph Merriman, who has been ill with lagrippe lately has received his insurance from a local agent, W. B. Johnson. F. M. Armontrout of Geneva was a business caller in our city this morning and left on the afternoon train for his home. B. B. Teeple went to Fort Wayne this morning to attend to some business matters, which required his attention for some-time. Fred Schurger went to Fort Wayne Monday evening and paid a visit to Joseph Wetzel, who is still confined at the St. Joseph's hospital. Floyd Luttman of Magley has accepted a position with the S. Chaska Wholesale company of Fort Wayne, and will be on duty there the last of the month.

Mrs. Malvina Robison of New York, who has been visiting with a daughter Mrs. Georgia Gee of Geneva transferred here this morning on her way to Fort Wayne. B. J. Terveer who for several weeks has been on the sick list suffering with an attack of stomach trouble is somewhat better although still confined to his home. Mrs. Albert Zeigler and Mrs. E. Steigmeyer and daughter Miss Edna left today for their home in Bippus, Ind., after a weeks' visit with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Smith, east of the city. The mail carriers were no dcnibt glad that they were given a rest yesterday (on account of Lincoln s birthday) that they might be better able to carry the large load of valentines today. Charles Yobst of Fort Wayne is here today to attend the Deihl trial. He is a member of the legislative committee for the Pipe-fitters Union and has been attending the legislature a great part of the time this winter. The union expects to secure some laws that will benefit them. Don Burk, who, since last Saturday has been the guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Burk, left this morning for Greencastle, to resume his school work. They are allowed a vacation of several days owing to an examination which was held there the latter part of the week. The Carolina Jubilee Singers transferred here today. They came from Kokomo where they sang at the south Main street M. E. church. The company consists of seven people, and are under the management of the Entertainer’s League of Indianapolis. They go to Lydia, 0., where they sing tonight. James Mahan, who has been visiting relatives here several weeks, will return Wednesday to his home in Chicago. He will be accompanied by his cousin, Miss Annice Wilder, of Monmouth, who will, if she finds things agreeable, engage with her aunt, Mrs. Mahan, in the dressmaking there.

The valentine box social to be given this evening by the Knights of Columbus at their hall will be a prominent, affair and many are planning to attend. The ball has been neatly decorated for the occasion and presents avery attractive appearance. Much attention has been given to the event by the members, who will endeavor to make it a complete success.

STILL THEY FALL. Markets Coming Down in Price and Won't Stop Yet. Another drop In the market of eggs was reported this morning, the local merchants paying a few cents less than a tew days ago. The present price is fourteen cents. There is no change in butter. The hog market has taken a steady drop tho past week and from present indications the bottom is not yet reached. Many fine porkers were sold In the past week and G. R. &i I. stocy yards were crowded nearly every day with the expensive product of the farm. - o HORSE SALE ON 16TH. The stables on First street will be the scene of another sale on Thursday of this week. Several horses are now in, and two car loads are coming from Bluffton, which, added to those coming from other sources, will make two hundred and fifty head at this sale. The price of the stock is said to be high throughout the country and with a falling market the prospects of the management are rather dubious. Mr. McNabb of Ashland, Ohio, will be the auctioneer. RUNAWAY YESTERDAY. Excitement was at a high pitch yesterday noon when the delivery wagon of the Bremerkamp mills came tearing through the streets at the horses' fastest gait. The animal frightened at an Erie train and ran north on Second street to the Mersman ice house before the driver could regain control. No damage was done to the horse or wagon, although many narrow escapes from a serious smash-up were witnessed by the spectators who crowded the streets.

TAKES X-RAY AGAIN. Fred Schurger was at Fort Wayne Monday evening and reported this morning that another X-ray examination of the broken hip of Joseph Wetzel was taken at the St. Joseph hospital, although nothing definite could be given out until some time today. The injured man will be up and about on crutches in a few days and it is thought he might be able to come home about Sunday. ■ — o - LEGAL NOTICE. Isadora Kalver vs. Decatur Furnace Co., for appointment of receiver, No. 7803. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned receiver for the Decatur Furnace Co. will, at the office of A. P. Beatty, in Decatur, Indiana on Wednesday, March 1, 4911, ■offer for sale to the highest and best bidder all the claims, accounts, judgments and notes due said company. Acting under order of the Adams circuit court this 14th day of February, 1911. R. D. MYERS, Receiver. ■88&41—44&47 TORTURED FOR 15 YEARS. by a cureMlepj.'ing stomach trouble that baffled doctors, and resisted all remedies he tried, John W. Modders, of Moddersville, Mich., seemed doomed. He had to sell his farm and give up work! His neighbors said, “he can’t live much longer.” “Whatever I ate distressed me,” he wrote, “till I tried Electric Bitters, which worked such wonders for me that I can now eat things I could not eat for years. It. is surely a grand remedy for stomach trouble.” Just as good for liver and kidneys. Every bottle guaranteed. Only 50c at all druggists.

Prof. E. E. Rice was a business caller at Geneva this afternoon. Miss Ethel Smith went to Berne this noon for a short stay with friends. Mrs. H. E. Marsch of Berne, who was a shopper in the city today, has returned home. Doc Lhamon of Lima, Ohio, was a visitor here today and called at the Schlickman & Girod restaurant. Lawrence Nyffler and Ralph Miller left today for Louisville, Ky., where they will make a visit with friends. Mr. and Mrs. James Artman left today noon for Portland, where Mr. Artman is engaged in the picture business. Mrs. Charles Russell of Bellefontaine, Ohio, who for several days has been the guest of Miss E. Zeser, on Winchester avenue, has returned to her home. —— o — IXJST—Gray suede glove in or near Star theater. Finder please leave at this office or at the Star. FOR RENT —Cheap, two good rooms for dressmaking, on Second street. Inquire Mrs. Chas. A. Dugan. 38tC LOST —A bunch of keys, somewhere in the city. Finder please return to this office. 38t6 LOST —A silverine, open face watch. Lost Monday afternoon between the Arthur Fisher barn and George Heneford blacksmith shop. Finder please return to this office. 38t6

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