Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 10, Number 156, Decatur, Adams County, 29 June 1912 — Page 1

Volume X. Number 156.

IBRYfiN IN DRAMATIC SCENE

ommoner From Platform Refused to Support Speaker Ciark

AS THE NOMINEE ■Fourteen Ballots Taken and No Choice of Candidate Yet Made. — CLARK STILL LEADS With Governor Wilson a Strong Factor—Compromise May be Winner. Baltimore, Md., June 29 —(Special to Daily Democrat)—William Jenningo Bryan this afternoon was the central figure in another dramatic acene staged by the democratic national convention, when he refused further to support Speaker Clark for the presidential nomination because ct' Clark’s alleged bid for support from the reactionaries. Bryan said that if -Clark would break away from TamK many and New York he would again ■a support him. When Nebraska was call- • X ed on the fourteenth ballot of the | presidential nomination struggle, the commoner arose in his place and askI ed the right to explain his vote. He I requested for a conference which be | had with Chairman James, who i shortly afterward turned over the gav- | el to Representative Sulzer. There | -were wild shouts, “No,” for the sup- . port of Clark. The galleries came to I the rescue of Bryan and the uproar was terriffic. Bryan started to speak twice, but could not make himself heard. Finally, on motion nf Senator Stone, chairman of the Missouri delegates, the commoner was granted the permission of speaking by unanimous consent. “As long as New York is for dark my vote will have to be withheld from him,” said Bryan. Bryan then gained the platform and said In part: “Only by naming a candidate who is not controlled by the interests can you win. New York’s vote cast under the unit rule does not represent the intelligence, the honesty or the patriotism of the ninety men who are here. It represents the will of one man, Charles F. Murphy, and he represents the interests that dominated the recent convention held at Chicago

I I ‘I > I I ■' IBk WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN The Central Figure in the Democratic National Convention at Baltimore.

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and which is trying to dominate this convention ” “If we nominate a candidate under conditions that will enable these influences to say, ‘Remember thy Creator,’ we cannot hope to appeal to the confidence of the progressive democrats and republicans of the nation.” Baltimore, Md., June 29 —(Special Daily Democrat) —In his first speech the Nebraskan held Charles F. Murphy of Tammany hall up as the connecting link between the interests and the democratic party. Bryan declared in changing his vote to Governor Wilson that he would not support any candidate for the nomination whose success in launching honor was contingent on a legion to Tammany hall, or was made possible by securing the mercy-controlled vote of the Empire state. After the storm thus stated had subsided, Bryan in reply to a direct question as to whether he proposed to bolt in event of the candidate being selected under the conditions he named said that he could not conceive of a convention choosing a presidential candidate under the conditions outlined. None of the delegates were appraised of the real significance of their action but he declined to be pinned down to any more direct answer. Bryan concluded under a furore of cheers from the galleries and a small portion of the delegates. The majority of the delegates, especially those from the south and east, were bitterly denouncing the Nebraskan, and .at least a dozen were crying that ho had “ruined the party." The thirteenth ballot taken following the speech given by Bryan resulted as follows: Clark, 554; Wilson, 356%; Underwood, 115%; Harmon, 29; Marshall, 30; Foss, 2; Bryan, 1. Baltimore, Md., June 29 —(Special to Daily Democrat) —Conferences in connection with the democratic presidential nomination situation were general today, preceding the resumption of the party’s national convention. What effect, if any, these meetings would have on the balloting this afternoon has not been permitted to become public. It seemed certain that if Speaker Clark was not soon nominated New York’s ninety votes would again be shifted. Charles Murphy, Tammany hall leader, and chief of the delegates, was known to be considering Majority Leader Underwood.

Decatur, Indiana, Saturday Evening, June 29, 1912.

Supporters of Governor Wilson were in high spirits today. Senator Lea and other Wilson leaders openly expressed themselves as believing that the New York support of Clark had injured the latter more than it helped him and that in the final clash, the progressive support would be found almost solid behind the New Jersey governor. Many of the Clark supporters had believed that Indiana’s thirty’ votes would be given the speaker after the first few ballots. The Hoosiers at a conference today decided that for the present they would continue to support Marshall. In case it later appears that the Indiana governor no longer had any chance and sentiment in favor of Kern as a compromise candidate continued to go it is likely that the Indiana delegates will change from Marshall to Kern. It seemed certain previous to the meeting of the convention today that Kern would not be a candidate, unless it was absolutely demonstrated that neither Clark nor Wilson could be nominated. The New Jersey governor is still a very important factor in the convention and Rodger Sullivan, leader of the Illinois delegates, is trying to get Murphy to withdraw his opposition to Wilson. Sullivan told Murphy that Wilson would make the best fight of any democrat in the doubtful states and' that with him as the nominee there would be chance for the democrats to carry Illinois. Representative John J. Fitzgerald, one of the NewYork delegate leaders, went to the Missouri delegation in the convention hall just after they adjourned today and said: “You fellows that said you could get the Underwood and the Harmon vote, now-, we will let you have a chance. Put the screws on those fellows and deliver the goods. Put the man over.” The remark was plainly understood in the press box, and its result was seen in the activity of the Clark forces. GOT EIGHT MEMBERS HERE. Clifford Lee, field secretary of the Indiana Shippers and Manufacturers’ association, who has been making his headquarters in Fort Wayne, returned from a trip to Decatur and Portland, where he spent three days in obtaining new members of the association. In Decatur eight members were added and twelve w-ere added in Portland. Last week Mr. Lee procured seven members in Auburn and ten in Huntington. Mr. Lee will remain in Fort W’ayne till the first of next week, when he will visit other of the neighboring cities in the hope of adding many new members. —Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette. o— FOR HOAGLAND POSTMASTER. A civil service examination for the position of postmaster at Hoagland will be held al the postofflce in this city next Saturday in charge of Geo. Everett, local secretary of the civil service board. This will be to fill the vacancy made by the resignation of Mr. Rupp. Mr- Rupp conducted the postoffice in addition to engaging in the drug business in Hoagland, and having disposed of his drugs store there, wishes to retire from the postoffice also. It is thought there will be at least two applicants. 0 _ — LITTLE BETTER. .. J The condition today of Lewis Fruchte, who on Monday evening figured in a runaway, was about the same today, the patient suffering but little pain. He is resting well and it is believed his injuries will heal all right from day to day. o MARRIAGE LICENSE. A marriage license was issued this afternoon to Laura Springer, born April 9, 1893, daughter of Lewis Springer, to wed Walter E. Eicher, farmer of Mercer county, Ohio, born January 31, 1891, son of Joseph E. Echer. o THE STORK'S VISIT. M. S. Liechty, cashier of the Monroe State bank, is rejoicing over the birth of a fine baby girl, that came Friday. oDENTIST’S NOTICE. Dr. J. Q. Neptune, the dentist, announces that he will be away from his office the first ten days in July.

GOES TO ROME CITY. Mrs Gene Stratton-Porter, the wellknown authoress, whose home is at Geneva, Ind., has purchased the pretty G. Max Hoffman cottage and grounds situated in the upper lake at Rome City. Mrs. Portor and her family are preparing to spend the summer there, Mrs. Portor being engaged with a new work which she wishes to issue soon. Many of her novels, including ’Freckles” and "The Harvester" are listed as among the best sellers in the country. The Hoffman property wich Mrs. Porter has purchased has always been considered one of the most beautiful cottages at the lake. The property consists of two acres with a frontage of nearly 409 feet along the lake. BEN HURS ELECT Adam Weis Elected Chief With Efficient Staff to Assist in Work THE INSTALLATION 7 Will be Held Next Friday Evening—Several More to be Appointed. The Ben Hurs held their election of officers Friday evening, the same to be installed next Friday evening. It is desired that all the social as well as beneficial members attend next Friday evening, as a matter of great Importance will be decided then. Several officers remain to be appointed but the following are the result of Friday evening’s election: Chief—Adam Weis. Judge—Mrs Millie Weis. Teacher —Morris Hay. Scribe —Mrs. Minnie Daniels. Captain—Mr. Tyndall. Guide —Emerson Hay. Keeper of Tribute —Mrs. A. D. Artman. Keeper of Inner Gate —Mrs. John Ray. Keeper of Outer Gate —Tillman Gehring. Marie Butler. Pianist—Mrs. Nora Butler. EPWORTH LEAGUE PROGRAM, Patriotic Program Will be Rendered Sunday Evening. A program, entirely patriotic in its nature, wil be given tomorrow evening by the Epworth League of the local M. E. church as follows: Selection—Sunday School Orchestra. Song—America—Audience. Piano Solo —Goldie Biggs. Song—“ The Star-Spangled Banner” —Audience. Address—“ The New Idea”—Hon. David Smith. Selection—Ladies' Quartet. Dismissal. o NEW REAL ESTATE FIRM. A new real estate firm commenced doing business this morning, as the Leonard & Harvey real estate agency, D. F Leonard having taken John Harvey as a' partner for future business. The new firm is a strong one and each member would be pleased to have any one who expects to buy or sell, call and visit them. They have a complete list of city property to suit all demands. Also a number of farms ranging from a five-acre tract to 320 acre farms. Their office is located over the Vance, Hite & Macklin clothing store. —— o PORTLAND VS. SHAMROCKS. On next Sunday afternoon the Decatur Shamrocks and the Portland city team will cross bats at the Shamrock s new ball park. Some new players have been added, and among them is Ralph Bone of Hartford City, who played in the Kitty league for two years. He is a left-handed pitcher, and is known«among the fans of this county. The game will be called at 3:00 sharp. Don’t fail to see this game. Indies will be admitted free to the grounds. The line-up will be: Johnson, c; Bone, p; Baxter, lb; Stevens, 2b; Ellis, ss; Smith, 3b; Holmes, If; Engle, cf; Buffenbarger, rs; Johns, Andrews, Shoemaker, subs. —. Miss Etta Brandyberry was a Fort Wayne visitor this afternoon.

A BARE CUPBOARD For Postoffice Employees According to the Indianapolis Star. NO APPROPRIATION Given by Congress Unless Some Unforeseen Action is Taken in Few Days. All federal officials will be without pay for their services after next Monday because of the failure of congress to pass the appropriation bill, 1 unless some unforeseen action is tak-' en within the next few days, according to advices sent the office holders , from the heads of the respective de-1 partments at Washington. It has been many years since the government has faced a similar situation. It is said local officers will make no predictions as to when they will receive I their next salary checks, and are mak- j ing preparations to do without the payment for some time. All funds for expenditures incident to the -work of the departments also will be withheld | after the first day of next montn, I which is the opening of the new’ fiscal year. The heads of the various departments have been notified to purchase no supplies until after some ar- ■ rangement for the appropriation is made.—lndianapolis Star. Local postoffice employees will lose' no sleep over the prospect for they ■ know’ the money is sure to come in due course of time, and the necessary arrangement may be made before next ■ pay day rolls around. .—— o— IT BOBS UP AGAIN D. D. Studebaker Refused a Rehearing on Petition for Same BY APPELLATE COURT Studebaker May Try to Have Case Transferred to Supreme Court. The appellate court at Indianapolis handed down a ruling again Thursday afternoon on the celebrated FaylorStudabaker case, which has been in litigation for the past ten years. Recently the court affirmed the Adams circuit court in a Jury’s verdict in which the Faylbr heirs were granted the big farm north of Bluffton, which w’as deeded to D D Studabaker by Miss Catherine Faylor, deceased, and $2,000 damages in addition. The attorneys for Studabaker then petitioned for a rehearing on the decision sustaining the lower court. The ruling made Thursday w’as to refuse Studabaker's petition for a rehearing. If tho same course is followed as on | the previous appeal Studabaker still | will make a final effort by asking to j have the case transferred to the Sti- < premo court for a decision by that ■ tribunal—Bluffton Banner. o PROFITS ASSURED FOR YEARS. Meat products will be relatively scarce and high for years to come. An- < imal husbandry must be revolutionized. Nearly every farmer should aim 1 to raise more cattle or sheep or hogs 1 or poultry. Crops marketed in the' form of farm-fed meat products will' yield the largest profits, says Farm and Home. Every farm needs the i manure and the better farming which follow scientific animal husbandry. l The farm that keeps more and better stock is the one that will show the' largest profits and pleasures. NOTES FROM COURT HOUSE. Real estate transfers: John W. Weber to Lena Weber, lots 186, ISS, 187, j 149. et al., 160 acres, Wabash tp., and 1 other property: four United States patent deeds as follows: U. S. A. to Nathaniel Hawkins, 35.84 acres, St. Mary's tp.; to Noah Long, 36.63 acres, 1 St. Mary's tp.; to Andrew H. Miller, 40 acres, St. Mary’s tp.; to Abel Johnson, 80 acres, St. Mary’s tp.

ONE ON WARREN MARSHAL. Mossburg Climber Cherry Tree to Escape Wife, Then He Tumbled. There is an interesting story that goes with that limp of Marshal Mossburg this week. The marshal was at home Sunday afternoon when he got into an argument with his wife as to whether she was able to take a dollar and a half away from him. ! She got him started and kept him going until he climbed a cherry tree to get out of her reach. The next thing that the officer knew he was coming right down through the limbs of a cherry tree but his pocketbook preceded him and was in possession of Mrs. Mossburg before he reached the ground. And the funny thing about it was that he did not care for the next few’ minutes who had the money i —what he wanted was breath.—War- . ren Tribune. o HAVE ORGANIZED The Methodist Brotherhood i is Organizing for the Ensuing Year. SPECIAL MEETINGS Will Prove Feature of Year’s Work—President Appoints Committees. The Methodist Brotherhood is making the final arrangements toward , holding their series of meetings durI ing the fall and winter and under the I efficient leadership of the following newly named officers, the brotherhood will prosper and gro' v The president of the brotherhood is John R. Parrish; first vice president, W. H. Fledderjohann; second vice president, Fred V. Mills; secretary, Charles Dunn; treasurer, Joe McFarland. The brotherhood was organized locally last December and at the last meeting held in M’«y this year the membership was nicely over a hundred with good prospects for further expansion. During the hot summer months the organization does not meet, but will have the first meeting the first Tuesday in October, after which It will meet regularly once a month. There will also be occasional Sunday afternoon features in the way of special meetings, they having proved so popular last year. The president has named the following committees to serve during the ensuing year: Entertainment —Henry Heller, Chas. E. Hocker, Dr. J. Q. Neptune, Prof. E. E. Rice, Milton Miller. Membership—Charles Colter, John Stultz, Harvey Smith, Daniel Sprang, Horace Callow. J. N. Parrish. Press—Clark Spahr, Morton Stults, Homer H. Knodie. o BEST SPRAY FOR POTATO BUGS. In spraying the potato bugs, O. E. Ulness explains in Farm and Home that he has found arsenate of lead superior to paris green, for the folI lowing reasons: “It mixes easily with | water. A barrel of solution can be i made up, thus saving time in applica-' ■ lion. There is no danger of it burning the foliage, which the paris green will do if applied too strong. It does not wash off, even in a heavy rain, and it is cheaper than paris green. o — ; TELEGRAPH RATES LOWER. It will cost you less to use the telegraph after July 1. This good news to those desiring the benefit of quick communication has been sent out to i various agents of the Western Union . company. The change will affect chiefly points to which the rate has ! heretofore been forty cents for ten 1 words. This rate has been reduced to '3O cents. This, in connection with the ' special rate some time ago granted for day and night letter service, insures quite a substantial reduction in telegraph rates. EXCHANGE PULPITS. ! Sunday evening for the regular ' service all of the Protestant churches 1 will join in a change of pastors for the evening service only and none will 1 know what minister will be assigned them for the time being. A cordial invitation is extended tto the public i in general.

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SUGAR BEET NOTES Article of Great Interest to Beet Growers Written by Mr. Wagner. WILL BENEFIT ALL) If You Follow the Instructions a Bountiful Harvest Will be Yours. There will be some ground plowed and some crops planted all through the summer when the ground is relatively dry and the air dry and hot. Last winter and spring a good amount of water fell upon the earth and sank deeply into the soil. The soil water is now in reserve for summer use if we can hold it there and allow only a small amount to escape by surface evaporation. Where a crop of hav, grain or some cultivated crop is growing. much of the soil water is taken up and used by the plants. During dry seasons there is usually enough for corn, beets and other cultivated crc~s if weeds are not allowed to grow in the field to drink away a large share of it. A few weeds may do small injury during a moist summer, yet during dry weather they steal so much water from the roots of cultivated plants that the crop suffers materially. The same is true in the plowed field that is lying to be worked and planted to a summer crop. Such plowed fields should be harrowed and disced to kill all w’eeks to prevent them from taking up soil moisture that should be saved for the crop of useful plants. Where ground is to be plowed for a summer or early fall crop, cut a narI row furrow but plow deep, with jointer attached, instead of colter, so that the stubble may be turned under, giving a nice, soft top to work on. Shallow plowing w’ill not do for midsummer working. The ground must be broken deeply to form a deep and moist seed bed. Skimming over the surface only a few’ inches will allow the soil to become dry and hard, and no manner of surface working will make it moist. Having the ground plowed deeply, the first thing to do to make it moist is to go over it with a spike-toothed harrow to break up some of the clods into fine soil to fill the many spaces between the large and small clods through which the moisture from below Is escaping upward. The point is to check this as soon as possible, and instead of allowing it to escape into the dry air, keep a part of it at least down below’ where it will be taken up by the underbrush of the large clods for making them moist and mellow. Then “jump onto” the plowed ground again after a day or two with the same harrow’. Some more fine soil will be formed to fill the spaces among the clods, which will further retard ■ soil moisture from escaping into the air. If the ground Is very dry, hard and cloddy, not much good with one ’ harrowing will be apparent. Yet much I good is done. The tramping of the • heavy horses will mash many of the 1 clods into fine soil, and every clod “ that, is mashed will help a little. Ev-_ ■ ery time you go over the plowed ■ ground igore fine soil will be made 1 and more deep-soil moisture saved. > Use a drag or roller, anything that ■ will crush the clods and compact the surface soil. By and by, although the surface may look as dry and fine as the dryest road dust, yet just below this fine surface mulch there will be ■ moist, mellow soil, just the kind for > ideal germination of seed. : It is possible lu summer to go into > a dry plowed field and make the soil i wet by surface working in making the surface soil fine and -compact. Tho moisture is not created in the surface but the surface is madelso that it prevents the deeper soil moisture from escaping as it arises to the surface by capillary action. As long as there is a drop of water in the deep soil it gradually rises to the surface by capillarity of soil particles. On ordinary plowed land this moisture comes to the surface and immediately passes away into the dry air as an invisible vapor. The soil is wet under an old straw stack or a pile of boards in dry times, simply because the straw and boards prevent the water from evaporating when it arises to the surface You can make and keep your dry fields wet in hot summer weather if (Continued on Page 2)