Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 11, Number 299, Decatur, Adams County, 19 December 1913 — Page 2

DAILY DEMOC RAT 'ubllehed Every Evening Except Sunday by THE,DECATUR DEMOCRAT COMPANY LEW G. ELLINGHAM JOHN H. HELLER Subscription Rate! Ter Week, by carrier 10 cents Per Year, by carrier $5.00 Per Month, by mail ....25 cents Per Year, by mall $2.50 Single Copies 2 cents Advertising rates made known on application. Entered at the postofflce in Decatur, .ndiana, as second class matter. COMMITTEE CALL. Notice Is hereby officially given to the newly elected democratic county central committee that you meet at the court house, in the city of Decatur, Indiana, at 10 o'clock a. m., on Friday, December 26, for the purpose or reorganizing and for the purpose of selecting delegates to tiie district convention, under orders from the state committee. It is important that all members be pusent. J. W. BOSSE, 289t9 Chairman. One week from today is Christmas. The glad season is at hand. If you would be happy yourself, lie sure to plan to make some one else happy. It is sure to work. Adams county democrats should plan to attend the district meeting at Muncie on the 29th. At that time they will meet the workers of the district and hear addresses from men who do things. Join the delegation. The republican national committee Las decided not to hold a convention next year as was suggested by some of tiie leaders. Various causes are given, the principal one being that the time is not ripe for a reconciliation of the forces. Tiie facts are the pro gressives are as strong now as ever and they believe just as strongly in the principles which made them leave the old ship two years ago. Decatur wants the Clover Leaf ' iliops. Nearly everybody to whom

Gifts You Know Will Please Him “Present him with something he can’t use or that he will cast aside in a day and his Christmas will soon be over. BUT give him some appropriate and useful article from a store of Men s wearing apparel and he will long be grateful to you for the wisdom you displayed by your choice. Choice of Large Variety Awaits You at Our Store" Appropriate Gifts at Appropriate Gifts at 50c SIOO Silk Neckwear in Holiday Collar Bags Boxes. Silk Hose put up 2 and 4 pr. . .. to the box. bus|>enders and combination n sets. Suspenders and Gart- Jewe)ry sets of and ers and Belts and Garters. Pins. — 1 - • ¥.' * I Silk Hose 2 pr. to the box. Silk Scarfs. Cuff Links and Tie Pins Fine Dress Shirts. Knit Mufflers. Gloves in Great Variety , ■ V 9 k y Tie Clasps Knit Tics Other useful articles that he would be more than pleased with -. Bath Robe, Smoking Jacket, Traveling Bag, Suit Cast?, a new Tight Roll Silk Umbrella—Hat, Fur Cap—Sweater— , Holeproof Hose an ideal Xmas, present 6 pr. guaranteed 6 months or new ones free $1.50 Box* All Colors \ The Myers-Dailey Go.

' we have talked is in favor of takin,? - the necessary’ steps provided the Clover Leaf meets us half way and makes : a proposition that is within reason, r It is therefore up to the company. If they want to locate the division here and will show us they do, they will be greeted with open arms and will be given any encouragement that is 1 possible. i Hon. Frank C. Dailey of Bluffton, has been recommended by Senators 1 Kern and Shively to be the district attorney of Indiana. His appointment will no doubt be made within a fewdays and he will assume the position January 1. It is a good place, oud wherein is required experience, ability and honesty and a desire to work, all of which Mr. Dailey has in large quantities. His Adams county friends are gloriously glad of his success realizing that the government gains most by employing such men as Frank Dailey. We know' he will succeed and that we will all be many times proud of him. AMENDMENTS DEFEATED. (United Press Service) Washington, D. C., Dec. IS —(Spec ial to Daily Democrat) —Rushing through the currency bill, the variousHitchcock amendments were voted down rapidly in order. Amendmentsincreasing the gold reserve and mini mum capital of the reserve banks wer* defeated. The amendment providing for the sale of stock of the regional banks to the public instead of members of the' banks was also defeated A vote on whether the government oi the members of the reserve banks should name the majority of the direc tors of the reserve banks resulted in favor. Root voted with the democrats cn this. o .. ... . . HURTS SHOULDER. Charles Pennington, of the Penning ton & Lichtle butcher shop, on Mon roe street, met with a painful accident Wednesday while working in ths shop. He was helping unload some meat, when he sprained his shoulder The injury is not a serious one, but is causing Mr. Pennington great pain o $6.00 and $9.00 for a Duntley Pneumatic Sweeper. De not buy a sweeper until you have seen the Duntley.—Yager Bros. & Reinking.

; ! DOINGS IN SOCIETY f CLUB CALENDAR. Thursday. ! Evangelical Aid—Mrs. Leonard Mor riman. Friday, s Mite —Mrs. John Vail. Christian Aid —Mrs. Olen Baker. Euterpean—Mrs. F. V. Mills. Saturday. TriKappas—Frances Dugun. I r A New Year’s Resolution. To become an expert at forgetting, just to forget all the unkind 1 acts, the deep wrongs, the mean words, the bitter disappointments —just let them go. forget them—the memory will become quick and alert to remember the things worth remembering, the mind given to beautiful things, worth while things, and to remember always that I am in the presence of God, this is my desire for the New Year. With the watchword, "In the beginning, God—”A. H., Illinois, in Woman's Home Companion. A very enjoyable social affair of Wednesday evening was the miscellaneous shower given by Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Baker at their home on Monroe street for Miss Gusta Ketchum, whose marriage to XJr. Harve Baker will take place Christmas day. The Christmas colors in red and green prevailed in the decorations. Crepe paper in streamer effect was used and the electric light bulbs were hooded in red. Red Christmas l>ells were also hung with pleasing effect. An appropriate contest was the forming of words from "Christmas Tree.” Miss Muriel Leonard formed the greatest number in the given time and the prize giver, her was in turn given to the brideelect. An appetizing luncheon was served. The gifts which were laid on the table and later opened by the bride-elect were found to be of alumi num, cut glass, china, linen and many articles of useful things for the new home. Guests were Mr. and Mrs. Waldo Brushwiller, Mr. and Mrs. Alva Baker, the Misses Marie Butler, Frances Baker, Lucy McCrory, Gladys Selman. Vera Hunsicker, Muriel Leonard. Effie Miller, Florine Edwards, Gusta Ketchum: Messrs. Alpheus Koop and Harve Baker. At the call of the Rev. S. H. Baumgartner of Napierville, 111., the Baum gartner relatives in Berne held a meeting this week at the C. W. Baum gartner home to talk over the advisability of holding a reunion and decid ed on Thursday, August 27. 1914. at the date for the bringing together of as many as possible of the descendants of Deacon David Baumgartner, l>orn in Switzerland in 1735. Officeis and committees were elected at this time. It is desired that everyone interested in this reunion, and this should include all the descendants ot Deacon David Baumgartner, assist Elmer W. Baumgartner, Berne, as much as possible in securing all names and addresses of people la-long ing to this great family circle, so tha' he can communicate with them and inform them of this coming reunion. It will be a great event and will no uoubt be kept up thereafter from year to year. Many Decatur relatives are included in the circle. Mrs. Theodore Kennedy was given a happy surprise yesterday by a num lier of the Woman's Relief Corps, th" event la-ing In honor of her birthday anniversary. The ladies took baskets of good things and taking possession of the kitchen at the Kennedy home, prepared the excellent dinner spread at noon. A number of amusements and quiet chatting passed a very enjoy able day. that will be long remembered with pleasure by all. Several Decatur children will laguests at the annual Shriners* party in Fort Wayne Saturday afternoon. The ladles of the Needles and Noth < luh had a delightful Christmas party nt the homo of Mrs. Ed .Mtllw Wed nosday evening. In a word contest for the forming of words from the letters In “Christmas Tree," Mrs. Dal las Hunsicker was succeMful in win ning the prize. A delicoous luncheon was given and then the ladles ex changed Christmas gifts, by drawing slips of paper which contained num bent corresponding with those on the gift packages. Mrs. Chris Vogt ol Jonesboro. Ark., and Miss Alice Knapp were guests. A number of friends and neighborgathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs Harsh* Miller to remind Mr. Miller of bls tifty-thlrd birthday and hud a good ttaie until a late hour. Wjahes weri given for many more'such happy blrtlf days. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Hareha Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Wil fred Miller. Mr. and Mrs Joseph Crn xler. Mr. and Mrs. James Crozier. Mr and Mrs. Georgs Sheets. Mr. and Mrs.

§ H. E. Baxter, Mrs. George Knittie H Mr. and Mrs. Bart Miller, Mr. an< R Mrs. Bert Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Hat g mon Roth, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wise Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sheets; Gold: Miller, Mabel Miller, Ethel Miller Jennie Sheets, Orvis Miller, Glenr r ' Knittie, Marion Miller, Roy Miller Theron Miller. Clarence Wise, Edm Wise. Gale Sheets, Vann Miller, Lloyi Miller, Ivan Roth, Vilas Roth. Miss Elsie Broadwell of West Pain Beach, Fla., was tile guest of th< Entre Nous club girls when they were entertained last evening by Miss Ma tilda Sellemeyer at the H. S. Mich aud home. The usual sewing was in order, followed by luncheon and the Christmas gift exchange took place at this time also. The Westminster Guild, which was to have met this evening with Miss Gladys Myers, has postponed its meeting until some future date, on account of the lecture tills evening. The Mite society of Ute Methodist church will meet with Mrs. John Vail Friday afternoon. Mrs. P. G. Hooper liars a fine paper yesterday afterncxm on “Historil landmarks of America." when Mrs. 1 Emma Daniel entertained. the Shakespeare club. There will be no meet- • ing during Christmas week and Mrs. ‘ P. B. Hooper will be the next hostess' ' January 7. Kort Wayne & Springfield Ry. Company. TIME TABLE. Northbound. Cars leave Decatur at G:SO, 8:30, 11:30, 2:30, 5:30, 9:30; arrive at Kort Wayne at 6:53, 9:40, 12:40, 3:40, 6:40 ltd 10:40. Southbound. Lave Fort Wayne at 7:00, 10:00. 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 11:00; arrive In Decatur at 8:10; 11:10; 2:10; 5:10; 8:10; 12:10. Connections are made at Fort Wayne with the Ft. Wayne & Northern Indiana Traction Co., The Toledo ft Chicago Interurban Railway Company, The Ohio Electric, and Indiana Union Traction Company; also with he Pennsylvania, Wabash, Nickle Plate, L S. & M. S„ C- H & D„ aud G. R. & I- railroads. Freight Service. Freight service consists of one train each way daily; Leaving Deca tur at 8:00 a. m., and returning, leaving Fort Wayne at 12:00 m. This enables shippers to telephone orders Hurry Hurry Only 9 more shopping days left -to pick out your : PRESENT I Look over this list of gift , possibilities in furniture. 1 Brass Bed Buffet' , Book Case Chiffonier China Closet Childs Rocker 1 Carpet Sweeper Card Table , Couch Cabinet, Kitchen Duntley, Pneumatic Sweeper ■ Dining Table 1 Dining Chairs 1 Dresser Davenport Go-Cart High ('hair Iron Bed y Kitchen Cabinet Library Table Mattress y Mirror i Pedestal " Parlor 3 piece suit f Parlor Rocker Parlor Table z Sanitary Couch 1 Writing Desk ** Piano Player Pian Come let us show you anj „ and all of above. i. if — - d i Yager Bros. And ; Reinking - • / ♦**» - ***■

I XMAS. SHOPPING MADE EASY AT ■ Runy on-EngelerCo, ’ J Our Christmas Merchandise displays bigger Variety, Greater V alues at Less Cost to you. Every department is looming with suggestions f that will please your many friends. > ' Come early and make your selections. f We will lay aside until wanted it you I wish. Your attention is called to some of the many useful Xmas, prer sents. Ladies, Misses and Children’s Coats at reduced prices* Every desirable material representhere. Parisian Lamb, Astrackhan, Mateelasse, Eura 11 wWI Lamb, Plush, Chinchilla, Zybilines, Broadcloth and * you can bank on style-being right. Money saved here. • Other useful presents. All sized Rugs, Furs Wool i and Cotton Blankets, Underwear, Hosiery, Corsets, Silk and Knit Wool Petticoats, Table Linens, Fancy Towels, i Doilies, Neckwear, Sweaters, Silk Waists, Umbrellas, i Handkerchiefs, Jewelry of all kinds at moderate prices. Q I Each day is showing greater interest towards Xmas I buying. So don’t be late. I STOP AT Runyon-Engeler Co. . n

11 and receive shipments promptly. W- H. FLEDDERJOHANN, General Manager, • • Decatur.lnd. | LOST—Fancy hat pin. Barty was seen picking it up at the Buelah ’ I Chapel on the day of the Liby funeral. I’lea -m return ame to Beulah Chapel. IX)ST —r<x?ketbook containing a sum of money, '.ffnder, please return to this office and receive reward. 291tf

Special XMAS Sale AT BERNSTEIN’S Mudabaker Block Decatur, Ind. Two Doors South of Interurban Station Onlv a few days more to do your Xmas buying and for the next few days to Xmas we will hold our annual special Xmas sale to give you all a chance to buy your Xmas gifts at a saving, and will make it easy for your pocket book. Come in and see what we have, everything a useful gift that will be appreciated. For lack of space we can only mention a few of our special bargains. Come in and be convinced.

r MEN S AND LADIES’ HOUSE SLIPPERS. 98c FAIR. House Slipper*, all colors, with fur or ribbon trimmed, the regular $1.25 value. Xmas Special, pair 98c Men’s all leather House Slippers, in tan or black, all sixes, regular $1.25 value, pair 98c KID GLOVES. 98c. I Men’s and Jjidh*' Kid Gloves, all sixes. $1.25 value, Xtnas Special. pair 98c EXTRA SPECIALS. Outing Flannel, stripes and checks, all solors, only, yard 5c i Aprin Gingham. 8c value, only yr..sc i(’hH< o. yard 5c | Misses and Ladies* Flannellette (towns, pink or blue. 75c value, only 45 Lndies* Silk Head Scarfs, fancy or plain, only 48c UNDERWEAR. Man's 60c value Heavy Fleece Lilted Shirts and Drawers, only, each 38c Ladles' Bleached or Unbleached Union Sults, heavily fleeced. 65c value, only 45c Men's SI.OO value, extra heavy flc’CMi'd L'nloti Sulu, spec ial. c>uy ly ...... . .........82c PETTICOATS. | Idies’ Black, Green or Marroon I’ettlccmts. just received, a new shipment, all $1,50 value, special for this sale, only 98c Ladles* Knltt or Flannelette Pettiic oats, 'only 43, GENTS’ FURNISHINGS.

' suggestions ror useful gifts -handkerchiefs scarf, colored petticoats, waists, purses combs tlf C€ . n . ter P eiceß » doilies, held ladies house slippers, neckties blanket dress shlrt8 ’, auto hoods, men* sweater coaai etc, ’ aress * oods - kimonas, kid gloves, mittens,

HOUSE FOR RENT—Cony fiveroom cottage; excellent location. In-1 I quire of Charles Scther at Setfcer’sl 1 cigar shop alcove Ward Fence com-; pany’s office. 286tf - 1 WANTED—GirI to do housework. Inquire A. D. Sullies at Old Adams i 1! County bank, or 'phone 6V. 29313 j 11 “■■■ — ir. DEMOCRAT WAN! ADS PAY BIG.

Men's Work Shirts, all 50c values, a large assortment, all sizes, 14 1-2 to 17. only ,38c Men's Blue Jersey Work Shirts, all sizes. 14 1-2 to 17. only 48c Men’s Corduroy I’ictiis, $2.00 value. only Men's Bib, Blue and White Stripe Overall, ouly BLANKETS AND COMFORTS. Blankets in grey or tan. fancy bor- , dene 50c. 69c 89< Special! Just received another case of full size blankets. 11-4 Blankets in grey or tan, fancy borders, heavily fleeced, $1.50 value, only gg Good heavy Comtorts in assorted patterns, $1.35 value, only .... 98. SWEATER COATS. Boys' Heavy Weight Sweater Coat*, with high Byron Collar, 75s value, only Men's $1.50 Wool Sweater Coats in grey or red with Ruffneck collar, only Mlksm* Rod Sweater Coats, with higli Byron collar, all sizes. 24 to 34. $1.26 value, only oa t Special! Indies’ grey, red or or white, all wool Sweater Coot high Byron Collar, two poekuta, $2.50 value, only « t os , TA#LE O,L CLOTH. 13cc YARD. Hmf 7"' V ''' “! MXh '‘ r "lilpnient ot (Hl n ‘Z. " f rH " < y T " bl '’ Oil (Jotii. all 18c value. spe< |*l only, yard 11 BEDSPREADS. , »1.->« White'Bod Spreads, ful size,

FOR RENT—Front office rooms over interurban depot; vacated by t’roweutor Parrish, inquire of A. D. battles. 28M $6.00 and $9.00 for a Duntley Pneumatic Sweeper. Do not buy a sweeper until you have seen the Duntley.—Yager Bros. & Reinking.

without fringe, only Me Full siae, cut corners, White IM Spreads, with or without fringe. 12.00 value, only $t.49 MEN'S SHOES. ' <2.50 Men's Vici Kid. Box Calf or Gun .Metal Shoe, only $’ M 3.00 Men's Gun Metal or Pat. But ton Shoe, only $2-49 M.OO Men's Tan or Gun Metal Hutton or Blucher Shoe, latest styles, only $2.91 Special! Men's good heavy Tun Work Shoe, all solid leather. 12.00 value, whllethey k.-t. only $1.71 LADIES' SHOES <3.00 ladles* Pat Button or Gun Metal Shoe, also lace, only I’ 5 * >s.oo Indies' Suede Shoe, button. latest styles $2•« >3.50 ladles' Velvet Button Shoe. plain toe, latest style *’<s >3.50 ladles' Cushion Sole Sime. rubber heel, best shoe made for I comfort, only s22* We carry a good line of high ton ■thoos for Roys. Misses and CliildronCome In and seethem. LOOK. SPECIAL! LOOK! • Mens good quality heavy Rubber Boots, duck vamp, rolled edge. only ... SZB9 MEN’S ARCTICS. A g«*>d Men's One buckle Arctie ’ for only, pair *: