Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 9, Number 90, Decatur, Adams County, 17 April 1911 — Page 1

Volume IX. Number 90,

BIG BATTLE IN PROGRESS The Fight of Agua Prieta Began This Morning— Fifty Federalists Dead. FOUGHT FIVE HOURS And Were Repulsed on First Attack—Bullets Fall Thick in Douglas. Douglas, Ariz., April 17 —(Special to Daily Democrat) —At noon today the long expected battle at Agua Prieta had been in almost continuous progress for five hours. At that time "Red" Lopaz, Mexican insurgent leader, reported that fourteen insurgents had been wounded and none killed. He declared federal losses would be fifty dead and one hundred wounded. The federal losses will exceed the insurrectos, because they were forced to fight in the open. The fight started at 6:30, when a federal machine gun opened fire on the insurgents' breast-works. Sharp-shooters under command of J. T. Edwards, an American, tipped off the gunners and silenced the guns. Aided by their machine guns the insurrectos repulsed the first federal charge. Bullets fell thick in Douglas. Fred Doll, a reporter, of Douglas was wounded in the head. (United Press Service.) Douglas, Ariz., April 17—(Special to Daily Democrat)—At 6:30 this morning, one thousand Mexican federalists, under command of Colonel Raynaldo Diaz, nephew of President Diaz, attacked the defenses of Agua Trieta. The federals opened a terrific fire with machine guns. The first assault was repulsed. Washington, D. C., April 17 —-(Special to Daily Democrat (—The Mexican federalists and insurectos were allowed one more chance today in the battle of Agua Trieta before the United States intervenes. Major-General Wood and Secretary Dickinson were , at their desks early today, expecting the battle, and President Taft ordered that the Mexicans be given full opportunity to prove the assurances that the lives of Americans would not be endangered during the fight. IS COUNTY AGENT Loyal Woods Today Began Work For National Product Company. WILL MAKE TRIPS I With Wagon—Expects to Work Up a Good Trade in County. Loyal Woods, who for some time has been a clerk at the Page Blackburg drug store, resigned his position Saturday evening and today began work for the National Products com- ( pany, his territory being Adams coun-, ty. He has been equipped with a Na- ( tional Products wagon, and will make . the tour of Adams county, introducing , find selling their products, which consist of drugs, teas, spices, coffees, etc. The company is one of the well estab-, lished and best known ones, and have ( agencies from Fort Wayne, Bluffton and other county seats in this vicinity as well as in all parts of the United States. Mr. Woods expects to work up a large trade in this county and will no doubt make good, as he has the necessary business qualities, backed by the excellent goods of the company. He was succeeded at the Blackburn drug store by Page Burrell, Mr. Blackburn's nephew, of Rochestei, who has previously been employed at this store. Miss Martha Former of Monmouth was shopping here today.

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BURIAL AT ROCKFORD. Funeral of Mr*. Christopher Johnson Held Today. | Funeral services for Mrs. Christopher Johnson were held this morning at 8 o’clock from the home northeast of this city. The death of Mrs. Johnson, it will be remembered, occurred Saturday morning suddenly while eating her breakfast. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. I. Imler of the United Brethren church and the funeral procession then drove to her former home at [ Rockford, Ohio, where interment took place. o WEDDED FOR SURE Lawrence Green and Miss Florence Haag of Bluffton Now Married. ON LAST SATURDAY At the Home of the Bride’s Sister—Will Reside in Decatur. Friends of Lawrence Green and also of Miss Florence Haag of Bluffton, who for several weeks have been living in mucn anxiety, as to whether or not these two young people were wedded, as was stated in the papers some time ago, can now relax themselves on this subject, as they are now really and happily married, the w’edding ceremony taking place at 7 o’clock Saturday evening at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. Albert Dillmann, officiated at by the Rev. H. B. Diefenbach. A rumor some time ago gained circulation that they had gone to Detroit, Mich., where they became husband and wife, and went the rounds several times, and although Mr. Green and his bride tried hard to convince their friends, they had a very difficult task on their hands Miss Haag is one of Bluffton's popular young ladies, being held in the highest esteem by her friends, and who were much concerned about her happy step. The groom is also well known and for some time has been j in the employ of the Decatur Produce company. The happy couple will make their home in this city, and were expected here some time today, but at the time of going to press had not yet arrived. They begin their new life with the best wishes of a | wide acquaintance. COMMENDED BY CLERGY. Pastors Urge Flocks to See “Passing of Third Floor Back" at Majestic. Such was the impression made by I.Jerome K. Jerome’s great symbolic ! play, “The Passing of the Third Floor ! Back,” that, speaking at the Presbyterian church in Scranton, Dr. Odell said: “I am about to make an announcement tonight from this pulpit that is ; probably unique in its history. If ever the play, ‘The Passing of the Third Floor Back,’ comes to Scranton, I would advise all the members of my .congregation to go and see it. Nay, more, if the play were to come on a I Wednesday night, I would consider I the occasion important enough to excuse any of my people from attending service here on that night. ‘The Passing of the Third Floor Back' teaches a great lesson.” Dr. Beach of the same town said: I “If men and women will go to the i theaters, they may as well see perj formances that tyiil better them. I .refer to ‘The Passing of the Third Floor Back’ which I saw in New York. ■ I consider it to be one of those plays ! that stir the consciences of men, and j lead them to higher things. I make , the suggestion that my flock visit the theater for the first time in my career as a clergyman.” “Tiie Passing of the Third Floor Back” with Mr. lan Robertson and his full English company, direct from the Princess theater, Chicago, will be the attraction at the Majestic theater, Ft. Wayne, on Thursday, April 20th. matinees and night. Prices, matinee, 25c to sl. Night, 25c'to $1.50. Mail orders now received. -o—o afternoon and evening the Woman’s Home Missionary society, at the M. E. church will have on sale second hand clothing, nicely laundered. Will sell them cheap. t 2

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EXTENDED VISIT Has Been Undertaken by Two Decatur Citizens— Johnson Goes South. VISITS TWO WEEKS J. H. Williams Goes East to Visit Battlefields of the Civil War. This morning Walter Johnson left for an extended visit through the south and southwest. He goes first to St. Louis, where he will spend a few days, and from there will go to Kansas to visit an uncle. He will go on down the Mississippi to New Orleans, where he will stay a few days. He has taken a camera and has promised his friends a host of interesting southern views. The trip will occupy his time for about fifteen days, and is a vacation that he has been looking forward to for several seasons past. John W. Williams, one of our well known citizens, is also going to take a trip of a few days, first going to New Philadelphia, Ohio, where he will visit with friends and relatives of former days, and from there he will go to Petersburg, W. Va., where he will take a trip through the battlefields of the civil war. studying them in sequence. as they occurred, and as he participated in them. Several of the “boys” from here are contemplating the trip, and Mr. Williams will probably be joined in the visit by a few of them. Many of the old union soldiers make this pilgrimage each year, to visit the scenes of their victories, and many cherished memories are treasured by these old veterans, of sacrifices given, of battles fought, and of the victorious onward march of Old Glory to Richmond. o THEY SAW SNAKES The Real “For Sure” Article Crawls Under Decatur r Campers’ Bed IN ARKANSAS WILDS Skin Preserved and Sent to D. M. Hensley—ls on Display. The skin of a large diamond rattlesnake in the Hensleywindow attracted much attention today. The skin was brought from Paragould, Ark., by Tate Coffee, who returned Saturday evening from a visit there, and it was sent to Mr. Hensley with the compliments of mmseif, Horace Porter, Peter Frank, Peter Wilhelm and Clem Voglewede, who had been enjoying life in the Arkansas wilds. The snake which measures five feet and eight inches in length and nine and a half inches in circumference, was one caught by the campers in their own camp. One evening they saw a snake crawling into the tent and making for under their bed when they shot it. Knowing that its mate would soon follow, they set a trap and caught the other, this being the skin sent here. The snake had fourteen rattlers. —o DECATUR’S BALL TEAM. The baseball fans at Decatur will be satisfied with an amateur organization, which now announces it is ready to play ball. The South Siders' team of this city may take them on for some games if the Decatur team develops enough strength to make it interesting for the locals. —Bluffton’ News. Decatur may have only an amateur team, but they will make Bluffton's best one go some if they are not too bashful to ask for any dates. They are very good in making a noise, when it comes to this kind of sport, but when the smoke clears away toward the close of the season our sister city is generally scrapping tor the rear seat. Oh, well, Bluffton, that s all right.”

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS Taken at the St. Mary's Church Were Very Good. The collection taken Easter Sunday at the St. Mary's church for the eem inary of the diocese was very good and amounted to $132.10. This will go toward the educating of young men for the priesthood, and whom either they or their parents are too poor financially for the carrying on of the many years’ college course. These are then cared for by the bishon in this way, who thus allow all that believe themselves called to this vocation for the carrying out of their intentions. The collection for the holy land, which was taken on good Friday amounted to $19.16. WERE FRIGHTENED But Unhurt Was Message Received Here From William S. Lower. IN WHITING, KANSAS Worst Tornado in Thirty Years—Their Home Was Unscathed. Tne anxiety of J. Lower of east of this city, regarding the fate of his brother, William 8. Lower, and wife, of Whiting, Kansas, the town that was said to have been wiped off the map by the tornado of last Wednesday, was relieved Sunday morning, when he received from his brother in the west a card, telling briefly that they escaped unhurt. The card came just as Mr. Lower here was sitting down to write to them. Mr. Lower wrote briefly to his relatives here, simply stating that they were unhurt, and that the results were not so bad as reported, but that the tornado was the worst that struck that region in thirty years. Their home was also unscathed, a thing for which they were very thankful. He closed by saying that they were badly frightened. o “‘THEM’ HENDERSON KIDS.” To Be Seen at the Bosse Opera House Tuesday Evening The next attraction at the Bosse opera house will be on Tuesday evening when “ ‘Them’ Henderson Kids,” a pleasing rural comedy will give a perpormance in this city, which is coming as one of the cleaest, most attractive plays on the road. The play to be presented is in charge of Charles Gardiner and company, a strong or. ganization. and one that has been meeting with much success wherever the play has been presented. Mr. Gardiner's portrayal of Ben Powers is considered as the leading feature of | the play and one that never fails to! hold the audience spell-bound while this part is being rendered. The supporting company is very well balanced, the parts of the two | Henderson Kids being ably portrayed by Misses Helen Atterbury and Grace Johnson. These two kids remind ■ one very much of a pair of Peck’s bad j boys, and their mischievous conduct: always keep the large crowds in a constant uproar. Too much cannot be said in favor of this company. Their performance is clean and wholesome and a perfect gale of laughter always greets their efforts. This show will be at the Bosse opera house tomorrow night, April 18th. Manager Bosse has been trying to secure this attraction all season. On account of the burning of a theater where they were booked for this week, Mr. Bosse secured them on a short notice. This is an opportunity for the people of Decatur to see a real first-class show, which they should not miss. o TUB SALE AND DINNER. Remember the tub sale to be conducted Thursday afternoon and evening by the Woman’s Home Missionary society of the M. E. church at the church parlors. Clothing, both new and old, the old, good but outgrown, and nicely laundered, will be for sale. The ladies will also give a chicken dinner in the evening. , —-o ; Mr. Lawrence McMichael was unfortunate in the loss of a valuable brood mare Saturday. >

MANY ATTEND Marked Enthusiasm Marks First Meeting Held by Rev. R. L. Semans. AUDITORIUM FILLED And League Held Largest Meeting of Existence—--160 Present. Large congregations were the rule at the Methodist church Sunday, all the members coming to hear the new pastor, the Rev. Semans, formerly of Kendallville, who delivered two wellstudied sermons to the appreciative audience. The Easter services were marked for the completeness of the program, and the pastor seemed well pleased with the interest shown by hip people. He will move to the city in a few days. The Epworth League, which was to have held a reception for the pastor on next Friday evening, was forced to postpone it on account of the trischool oratorical contest on that evening. The reception was postponed until Tuesday, the 25th, when all the members should be present to greet the pastor and to take an active interest in the year’s work. Other important business was taken up, the league voting to assess a yearly due of twenty-five cents on each member. One of the largest attendances of the history of the league was had Sunday evening, there being 160 present. The service occupied an hour and thirty minutes and several good pieces were rendered. Arrangements were made for holding the anniversary meeting in the auditorium on May 14th, when a lengthy program will be indulged in. o MAY GET BUILDING John Koenig of St. Mary’s Ohio, Has Plans Drawn For New Building. ON OLD K. OF P. LOT Plans Five Story Building— Wants Masons and Elks to Take Room. A matter that put a new face on the proposition of the Elks regarding the 1 building of a new home for the lodge was discussed recently with members lof the building committee by John Koenig of St. Mary’s, Ohio, who is a member of the Fort Wayne &• Springfield Railway company. Mr. Koenig, ' is is understood, is the owner of the I lot formerly owned by 'the Knights 'of Pythias, between the Everett & I Hite and Hensley buildings. Mr. i Koenig stated to some of the- memi bers of the committee that he had plans drawn for the erection of a five-story business building on this lot, and that it is probable that he will build. He would like, however, to Interest the Elks and Masons in each taking a room for their lodge and may lay the matter before them. o ABSOLUTELY FREE. Valuable Prizes Given to Customers on Last Saturday. Jacob Henschen of Magley, Rural Route 1 was somewhat delighted Saturday, when, at the Schaub & Gottemoller hardware store, he was presented 'absolutely free, forty rods of 1046 Monarch fence. This was according to a business proposition which was guaranteed by this popular firm, and as on former occasions, made their word good. Mrs. John McGill of Route 9 also received a handsome No. 1 oil stove, which was awarded by the company. This was a big day for the firm, it being sale day, and one from which they reaped a big business. Ed Meyers of Fort Wayne was among those in the city to spend the r'ay yesterday with friends here.

HAS NEW BAKER. Frank Parrish has made quite a change at his stand, which will add very much to his already well established trade, and with the change just made will assure him of his share of the public’s trade. The change Is in the line of a new baker, he having secured Curley Wilson, the well known baker, who for many years has followed this kind of work. Mr. Wilson cannot be beaten, he having been employed in this city some years ago, where he showed for himself that he was there with the goods. Mr. Parrish has always pushed this end of the business and leaves nothing undone that would better it in any way. o COURT HOUSE NEWS William Drew Appointed Administrator of John Hilb Estate. THE YERGENS CASE Was Continued—Two Marriage Licenses Were Granted. Letters of administration were granted to William B. Drew, administrator of the John Hilb estate. He filed bond in tne sum of S4OO. Jerry Barkley, guardian of Rollie Donnel, filed report of sale of real estate and fuh payment or purchase money. Report approved, sale confirmed, deed ordered, reported and approved. A. B. Bailey, guardian of Lewis Stump et al., filed inventory. Miranda G. Moore, guardian of Adelle Barnhart, filed bond, approved, loan mortgage heretofore reported was approved. The case of August Yergens vs. Henry Hockemeyer, for $2,500 damages, was continued upon motion of defendant. Tne case had been set for May Ist. Marriage licenses were issued to Lois May Myers, 19, stenographer, daughter of Charles W. and Dora Myers, of treble township, and Milo Ward Black, 19, merchant, of Newcastle, son of C. D. Black; also to Clarice Mann, 20, daughter of William Mann, and Joseph Schaadt, 32, farmer of Mercer county, Ohio, son of John F. Schaadt. Real estate transfers: Sylvia Stevens to William Drake, 40 acres. St. Mary’s tp„ $1; Rachel A. Buckmaster to Seth D. Beavers, 60 acres, Kirkland tp., $5700; William G. Spade et al. to Rachel A. Buckmaster. 60 acres, Kirkland tp., $5700. o SUFFERS TWO STROKES. Mrs. Peter Forbing Lying at the Point of Death. Tho condition of Mrs. Peter Forbing, which for the past week has been quite serious, owing to several strokes of paralysis, which she has suffered, was today regarded as quite critical, she being scarcely living. Between 6 and 7 o’clock Sunday evening she was overtaken with a stroke on the left side and for a while it was thought that she was dying, and was prepared for death. On last Friday she suffered two strokes, one in the face, and also in the throat, leaving her scarcely able to swallow. Several of the children, who were called home, are still at her bedside, while word has been sent to all to come. Tony, at Milford, who returned to his home on last Saturday, has again been called and owing to her present, condition it is thought that she can live but a very short time. Those al her bedside are anxiously awaiting the outcome. o Clem Heideman, manager of the new mitten factory at Geneva, who spent Sunday in the city, returned today to resume his work. The Easter programs rendered at the U. B. church Sunday were Very good. The juniors gave a program in the morning and the seniors in the evening. Ed Ahr has made the purchase of a fine E. M. F. automobile, which will come in quite handy in the carrying on of his business in the horse markets.

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EASTER WEDDING Miss Lois Myers Becomes Bride of Milo W. Black of Newcastle. WERE WED SUNDAY. At Home of Her Parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Myers—Live at Newcastle. A very quiet home wedding was solemnized Easter Sunday at high noon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Myers, northwest of this city, when their daughter. Miss Lois M., became the bride of Mr. Milo W. Black of Newcastle. The wedding was performed by Mayor Teepie of this city, who is a cousin of the bride, and those who were present besides the immediate family were the bride's aunts, the Misses Eva and Mlnta Acker, and Mayor and Mrs. Judson W. Teepie. Immediately following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served and the young couple left during the afternon for Newcastle, where they will make their home. The bride wore for her wedding gown a very dainty pink silk frock, and sot her traveling costume a neat tan tailored suit. She is a young lady, highly esteemed, and is well known here, having served for some time as stenographer for the Fort Wayne & Springfield traction office, before leaving a few months ago for Newcastle. where she accepted a similar position. She had prior to this taken a course in the business college at Newcastle, making her home while there with her sister, Mrs. R. E. Bennett. The groom is a well known young man of Newcastle and the couple is highly deserving of the many good wishes bestowed upon them. MONMOUTH SCHOOL CLOSES. The Monmouth school, taught by the Misses Alma Kooken and Emma Magley, closed Friday afternoon with appropriate exercises by the pupils, a very nice program being rendered. Many of the patrons and other visitors attended. After the program the pupils were given a treat of ice cream and cake by their teachers. This will be the last term taught in the old building, which will be torn down and a new one erected on tfie site of the old. Te past term has been very successful. - o HOME FROM TRIP Mr. and Mrs. John Niblick and Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Edwards Return FROM MEXICAN TRIP Enjoyed Time of Their Lives —Found Relatives All Well. Mr. and Mrs. John Niblick and Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Eawards arrived home Saturday evening from their six weeks’ trip through Mexico and the south, Mr. and Mrs. Edwards returning today to their home at Leipsic, Ohio. They report a very delightful trip. At Oaxaca they visited with Mrs. Niblick’s sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Morrison, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Wallace, and had side trips to various points of interest In Mexico, among them being a stay at the Indiana Mining company's camp, further south, this being the terminal of the railroad. At the last named place there is but one state intervening between that point and Central America, and it is but one hundred miles from the Pacific coast. The climate is very delightful, being at no time too cold nor too warm. Two weeks ago they started north and for some time visited at Handley, Texas, near Fort Worth, with Mrs. Catherine Champer of this city, who has been spending the winter at that place with her daughter, Mrs. W. D. Weiler. All the Decatur people were well, and Mrs. Morrison and daughter, Mrs. Dick Wallace, and her babe may return here this summer for a visit. CONTINUED ON PAGE THREE