Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 9, Number 219, Decatur, Adams County, 19 September 1911 — Page 2

DAILY DEMOCRAT] Published Every Evening, Except Sunday by THE DECATUR DEMOCRAT COMPANY LEW G. ELLINGHAM JOHN H. HELLER Subscription Rates Per Week, by carrier ~10 cen's Per Year, by carrier VJ.OC Per Month. by mail 25 cents. Per Year, bp nail 52.50 Single •cptes 2 cents Advertising rates made known on a;q4toeucn tlnfwred at the postofflce in Decatur, Indiana, as second-class The boosters will be here next Tuesday. They won’t do any harm. Give them the glad hand. Maine is ’ wet" by twenty, accord-' Ing to the last report, aaid to be offcial, but subject to another recbeck- i Ing that may swing her back into the i "dry” column. About the only sure thing about it is that it's close. The airships striving to cross the j United States are having various mis- : haps and it seems doubtful if they will be able to even make a respectable showing. This airship traveling is about as uncertain as A fe' low never knows just what is going to happen. The president seems 'to be enjoying himself on his trip whether he is build ing any fences or not. He stopped in Detroit yesterday where the newspaper boys gave him the glad hand, something to eat, and said all kinds of pretty things to him and about him. The Great Northern Indiana fair opened today and for the next three days the big ground, by the way the

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most atractive in the state, will be a) > thriving little city. The county fair! is a great thing in many ways, it s j : the annual reunion, when you meet j people you have not seen for months, you learn many things of advantage and you enjoy yourself while doing so. The Waring Glove company is nor- ! ing into the new model factory, just ‘ completed on Monroe street. It’s ■a I ■ mark of progress that shows how this I 'company made good ITjey have furnished employment for many, have grown and prospered and have aided ■’in making the town better. They 'a good institution and we are proud of | them. A HALF INTEREST In Marsh Burdg Barber Shop Was Purchased Today by W. M. August OF WILLSHIRE, OHIO Mr. August, Who Recently Wedded Lilah Lachot, Will Move Here. A business deal was consummated this morning when W. M. August, a popular young man of Willshire, and who just recently wedded Miss Lilah Lachot, purchased a half interest tn the Marsh Burdg barber shop on Second street, the same taking effect this morning. Mr. August is a barber of some years’ experience, having been employed at Willshire, and built up a reputation' as one of the best there Mr. Burdg. who disposes of the interest, only recently opened his place of business, but during his short stay has worked up a profitable trade and * won the patronage of a large circle of friends. Mr. August, who moved to Willshire shortly after their marriage, and where they have since lived, will make preparations for their return here as soon as they can secure a home and complete the necesary arrangements. Mrs. August is numbered among the most popular young ladies of this city, and her many friends j will be glad to learn of her return here. CHILDREN’S DAY. Schools Will Close Wednesday so the Pupils Can Attend Fair. Wednesday, the second day of the big fair, and known as children’s day, * the public schools and St. Joseph’s Catholic schools Will be closed for the day to allow the children an opportunity to be in attendance, and enjoy a day of pleasure. — o Mrs. Anton Krumenaker of the north part of the city, who has been ailing about six months with chronic liver trouble, is reported as being no better, and doctors extend no hopes i for her recovery. —■ ——.—— T- —— ■ ..» PUBLIC SALE. The undersigned will offer for sale :at public sale 1 mile northwest of Willshire, 254 miles southeast of Pleasant Mills, and St 4 miles southeast of Decatur, on what is known as the A. J. Johnson farm, on Friday. September 29, 1911, at 1 o’clock p. m„ sharp, the following property to-wit: One 14-year-old mare, 1 bay mare, 7 years old, good and sound; 1 good, >- ; year-old milk cow; 3 young sows; 2i Chester Whites. Farming implements One 2-horse wagon, 3-inch tire; ! horse corn cultivator, 2-horse break--1 ing plaw, double shovel plow, 2 toil ; buggies, 2 sets single harness, soft coal heater, cook stove, some housei hold goods; also chickens’, both old j and young, and many other articles . too numerous to mention; also 1 ton i No. 1 timothy hay, in barn, one and ! one-half tons oats straw and 225 I shocks corn in field. Terms—>s.oo and under, cash; sttm.I over 55.00 a credit of 9 months will J be given, purchaser giving note with | approved security, waiving valuation and appraisement laws without interest if paid when due; if not 6 patent from date; 4 per cent off for cash. No property removed until se' tied for. A. J. JOHNSON. Ralph Heilman, Auct. COURT HOUSE NEW i CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE ■ Ington tp., 5175; Rafe Imboden et al to Sarah R. Imboden, 70 acres, Jeffet--on tp., quit claim deed, 51; Frank M. tchirmeyer to Lawrence E. Opliger, lot 66. Decatur, 5255.

DOINGS IN SOCIETY Six O’clock Dinner Given by I Mr. and Mrs. Dugan For Fort Wayne Friends. “A COLLEGE COURSE” Was Unique Social Affair Given For Miss Jessie Milner of Kokomo. WEEK'S SOCIAL CALENDAR. Monday. Needlecraft—Celia Mayer. Tuesday. Afternoon Club—Mrs. Clem Voglewede. Historical —Nellie Blackburn. Wednesday. Shakespeare—Mrs D. E. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Lachot and their . guests, Miss Hess Baumgartner of Linn Grove and Ben Welker of Van Wert. Ohio, will go to Willshire. Ohio, this , evening to spend a fe* hours with i Mr. and Mrs. William August. Mrs. August was Miss Lilah Lachot before her marriage. They will go over on j the 7:03 and return on the 10:25. Miss Jessie Milner of Kokomo was ■ the complimentary guest at a very novel party, “a college course," given Monday evening by Miss Lillian Rice, j The guests were cordially greeted by! the ’'college faculty," which ineluled the Misses Rice and Winifred Burke and Messrs. Sim Burke and Robert Peterson, and then came the "enroll-' ment of the students.” each being tag ged according to his class, with color ed paper tags. The ciass organisation was then effected, and a reception. held for the presidents, and other delightful '• make-believe” features of college life imitated. A "tug o* war" between the freshmen and • was a realtistic college stunt, as w; s' the "foot-baH" game between the juniors and the seniors. Those who were guests at this unique affair were Winifred Burke, Naomi Dugan, .-lorence Myers, Neva Brandyberry, ’teba Quinn, Ethel Smith, Lulu Atz. I ret? and Mary Erwin. Margaret Mills. F.uth Parrish and Vera Hower; William Bowers, Dan Tyndall, Robert Peterson, Sherman Beery, Leo Sprunger, Sim Burke and Edgar Vancil. After a summer's vacation the Needlecraft club held its first meeting of the season Monday evening at the home of Miss Celia Mayer, the entertainment being also a farewell for one of its members. Miss Dessie ■ i Beery, who left today noon for hetfuture home at Mott. N. D. A contest, in which questions were to be answered with words ending in ”ade" was interesting, and music also enlivened the hours with a delicious luncheon served later by the hostess. Miss Beery is a charter member of the club and there is genuine regret that het leaving will sever ties of so pleasan' association. Miss Vernia Smith will' entertain the club Thursday of next , week. Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Sebnitz and daughter, Zelda, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Snitz formed an automobile party that left Decatur Saturday morning for an over-Sunday visit with friends and relatives at Huntington and Bippus. and also made a short stop at Ossian, returning Sunday et ening. The trip was very much enjoyed by all, going over some of Adams. Wells and Huntington counties' best pike roads and through the fine farming country, with the bountiful harvest, and the fruit trees all bending with their load of fruit, making a delightful scene. The trip was certainly enjoyed from start to finish.: —Contributed. The Misses May and Frank Radcmaker will give a friendship shower Wednesday evening for their sister. Miss Agnes Rademaker, whose marriage to Mr. Arthur Mangold will take place some time next week, the exact time to be announced at the shower. Miss Rademaker is a very populayoung lady, and is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. Rademaker. The prospective groom is the youngest son o. Mr. and Mrs. Noah Mangold, and for some time has been employed at the Boston store, enjoying a wide ac quaintance. The Parent family Sunday deligh' fully entertained at their home it honor of several of their friends and a most pleasant time was in store for those invited. The day was spensocially, the greater portion of the time being spent in conversation, ant: otherwise to make it one of pleasure. A fine spread was served the guestat noon, which was one of the most

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enjoyed hours of the day. The invit-1 ed guests included Mr. and Mrs. Jos eph Abel of Montreal, Canada; Frank Thompson and family of Payne, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Frand Carrier and family and Mrs. Jos. Palmer and children. ■ A happy incident of the day was the meeting of Mrs. Able of Montreal and . Mrs. Carrier, who are sisters, and who nad not seen each other for thirtyeight years, and this alone afforded much happiness for those who attended the pleasant gathering. A very prettily appointed 6 o'clock i

. “The Smoke With a Smile’’ I THE WHITE STAG 5c CIGAR “It Lights With a Laugh” Made In Decatur That Makes it Right pSMBr I THE HOME 0F I | Quality Groceries I Avj IJm lu we OifF are always at l YOUR BECK AND COMMAND FOR Edible Eatables-The Quality Kind. REMEMBER THIS When The Pangs Os Hunger Assail Yeu! THE FAIR Thing for vou to do is buy bargains when you can. You can still buy H & E sugar in 25 lb. bags at SI.BO Our store will be closed from 12 to 5 P. M. on Wednesday and Thursday of this week. We pay cash or trade for produce Eggs 19 Butter 17 to 22c Hower and Hower. North of G. R. & I. Depot. ’Phone 108.

dinner party of Monday evening was that given by Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Du-' gan for Mr. and Mrs. Scmuel Hanaa.' Miss Eliza Hanna and Mr. Herbert Hanna of Fort Wayne; Mr. James Ei : liott of Norfolk, Va., and Mr. L. C Waring. After dinner a number of callers were received and the evening passed in a delightful way. made especially more pleasing by Miss Hannn. who is a vocalist of unusual taleir and power. Miss Hanna will be a bride of the month, invitations having been issued Monday for her marriage to Mr. Elliott, which will take place

■UIIE 3 3 C ABa. J al HI ■ ■ ■ SMMI * FARMS FOR SALE OR TRADE i ® 40 acres will sell or trade for smaller farm. ! “ 65 “ with best of location for sale. _ ! ? 80 “ good soil and location, ! ~ 114 “ partially improved land can seil for JSO.OOjper acre g 100“ nearly all black land will trade for smaller farm, * 95 " good producer all under cultivation, ! ■™ These are only a few of our many fams listed; also have a nice list & of city property. See us for North Western and Michigan land? be- J • .? r . v. 0 * 2 ,7' “ - on are rorn Missouri let us show you on our new B g MAP aud be H ® FRUCHTEand LITTERER Attorneys {

■■■■■■■■■■■■■a Saturday evening at 8:30 o'clock, September 30th, at the Trinity Episcopal church, the Rev. Averill officiating. During the half hour preceding the ceremony a fine musical program will be given by Mrs. Clara Zollars Bond’s student chorus.

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