Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 13, Number 201, Decatur, Adams County, 23 August 1915 — Page 1

Volume XIII. Number 201.

GERMANY MAY DENY GUILT I Berlin Officials Doubtful Whether Arabic Was Sunk by Submarine. GUESSES ON POLICY Os Administration Simmers Down to Two---Gerard to Ask for Report. (By Carl W. Ackerman, Copyright 1915 by United Press.) Berlin, Aug. 23, — (Special to Daily Democrat) —Officials here expressed doubt today that a German submarine sank tlie liner Arabic—especially without warning. They are reading carefully every despatch and more telegrams are arriving but everyone in official circles said he doubted if the . Arabic was sunk by a German torpedo. 1 talked today with a captain who is in close touch with the American situation. He had just been promoted to be commander of a large ship, "it will be from eight to fourteen days before the submarines which are away now, can report” said he. "Until then we will have no official information. From reports in the English, Dutch and Scandinavian press, it is not certain that a submarine sank the Aram -, No one saw the submarine. The Arabic’s captain says he saw a torpedo 300 feet away but this does not seem probable.

The above despatch from Berlin is rhe first information from any source that Germany may deny that the Arabic was sunk by a German submarine (By Charles P. Stewart) Washington, Aug. 23, — (Special to Daily Democrat) —Guesses on the n.lministrations Arabic policy had simmered down to just two, today. First the president is prepared to strain a point to escape the risk of involving the United States in the world war. Second —The president is prepared to sever diplomatic relations with Germany, call congress together and take steps looking forward to possible hostilities unless the kaiser “comes to time.’’ imediately. There was no way of determining which of these conjectures was the more nearly correct. The truth was known only to the president and his closest advisors —perhaps only to the president and not even to his advisors. Paris, Aug. 23.— (Special to Daily Democrat)—French torpedo boats of the second light squadron sajik a German destroyer off Ostend last night, the admiralty announced today.

Petrograd, Aug. 23,— (Special to the Daily Democrat)—“One of the best German dreadnaughts was sunk by a British submarine” announced the admiralty today, telling of the Russian naval victory in the Gulf of Riga, ‘‘ami at least two German cruisers and eight torpedo boats were sunk. The announcement differed from the announcement made yesterday in the Duma. “The Russian gun-boat Sizutva was set in flames alter a brilliant fight and sunk, carrying down with her a German torpedo boat” it continued. The statement made no claim of the sinking of the German troop ships. Washington, Aug. 23, —(Special lo Daily Democrat)—Ambassador Gerard Berlin, has been instructed to ask t.ie German government whether the admiralty had yet received a report from tile commander of the submarine supposed to have sunk the Arbic, Secretary Lansing announced today. Washington, Aug. _ 23,-( Special to Daily Democrat)— “The cabinet has not adopted any policy for the American government to pursue in case the German government is shown to have been guilty of a 'deliberately unfriendly act’ said Attorney Gregory today. The American government does not deal in hypo-tbetical cases, such an action would be highly improper. The cabinet has not reached any conclusion in regard to such an eventuality. I do not even know that such a cabinet meeting is necessary although one may be called. This conversation took place a few moments after he bad conferred with President Wilson. •As soon as all facts are ascertained our course of action will be determin(Continued on Page 3.) _

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AMUSEMENT COMPANY HERE. The Marks Amusement company is filling in an off date here this week and have pitched their concession stands about the court house square. They are a. clean looking bunch and say they will give a creditable entertainment during the week. It they do so they will no doubt be patronized. They have a Ferris wheel, merry-go-round and other attractions which go with a street carnival. They have special fireworks displays, wire performers, etc. o THE TIPPACANOE FAIR ON Lafayette, Ind., Aug. 23 —The Tippecane county fair, one of the largest of the interurban circuit affairs, opened here today. Fast time was expected on the race track upon which both Dan Patch and William, two of the fastest horses America has produced in recent years made their debut.

WILL GET BUSY Democratic State Committee Held Enthusiastic Meeting at Capital. MANY WORKERS THERE Agreed That County Committees Will Organize at Once—District Meets. Indianapolis, Aug 23 —The democratic committee has instructed all the district chairmen to at once proceed with perfecting the county and district organizations as provided under the new primary law. It was also decided to have county and district meetings in all parts of the state anj steps to this end will be taken at once. Another meeting of the state committee will be held about September 15 to receive reports for the districts. It is conceded that all is required ot record one of the largest demo cratic votes ever case in Indiana will be to get effectively before the people the record of the national and state administrations. The open meeting of the Democratic State Committee, held at the Denison hotel Saturday morning, was marked by the characteristics of enthusiasm and numbers. There was an especially good attendance of the democratic workers from the districts and counties outside of Indianapolis, and there was shown the spirit of confidence and determination which make for party success. There were informal talks by Governor Samuel M. Ralston,, Senator John W. Kern, National Committeeman Thomas Taggart, Congressman John A. M. Adair, Finley H. Gray, Martin A. Morrison and George W. Rauh. Chairman Thomas Ducan of the public Service Commission. Philip Zoer cher„ and others, in which were recited reasons why the democratic party of the state and nation deserve and will receive the support of the people in the campaign of 1916.

At the conclusion of the addresses the state committee held a brief session and following the lines of the discussion is was decided to ask all district chairmen to at once set to work perfecting their organizations, filling all vacancies following the provisions of the primary law, and discuss with their local committeemen plans far holding county and district meetings, all details being left in the hands of the local organizations in each dis trict. The district -chairmen will get to the business of organization at once, and another meeting will be held at the call of the state chairman about September 15, to hear reports. o NEW POSTAL INSURANCE Postmaster Bosse this morning received a notice from Postmaster GenBurleson about a new insurance rate that will go into oftnet September Ist. By the new law a person can insure a package valued at five dollars for three cents, a twenty five dollar package for five cents, a fifty dollars for ten cents and twenty-five cents for a package valued a>. one hundred dollars. The three cent and 25c rates are new ot.es. o MUNCIE IS HAVING FESTIVAL Muncie, Ind., Aug. 23—A mid-sum-mer festival under the auspices of ‘he local companyzouaves opened here today. A carnival, circus and band contest are features.

Decatur, Indiana, Monday Evening, August 23, 1915.

NEW JACHERS School Board Completes Work of Selecting Faculty for High School. READY FOR OPENING Ray Penrose History Teacher and W, P. Worrell in Science Department.

History—Ray G. Penrose. Science—W. P. Worrell. The above names are those which complete the list of teachers for the Decatur high schools, as published two weeks ago. Mr. Penrose is from Quincy, Illinois and is a young man well equipped to take care of the work. He is a grduate of the Illinois Wesleyan college at Bloomington, 111. the school for which Rev. Hunter Myers of this city worked so earnestly to secure the endownment and in which he succeeded. Mr. Worrell is a Chicago man, his father being a minister in that city. He is a graduate of Wheason, 111., and comes splendidly recommended. The men are here to attend institute and have already made an acquaintance each of whom isa booster so rthem. The school faculty is excellent this year and the fall term will open two weeks from today with every thing pointing to success. Mr. Penrose succeeds Mr. Mann and Mr. Worrell takes the place of Mr. Hilderbrand. o HELD REUNION Annual Reunion of Borne Relatives Held Sunday at Borne Home. HAD A GREAT TIME

Dinner Under Trees---M. F. Worthman is President --Meet Next Year. The weather man certainly answered the prayers of the Borne relatives yesterday and gave them one of the finest days of the summer on which to hold their annual reunion. The members of the Berne reunion. The numbering ninety eight in all met at Chris Borner home seven miles west of here and had one of the most successful and enjoyable reunions in the history of the organization. The guests began to arrive early in the morning and at 12:30 o'clock a big dinner was served on a fijiefoot table placed on the lawn. After dinner a few hours was spent in playing games and other amusements, and a few talks delivered. Mrs. Gust Yager of Celina former president of the organization gave the family history. The election of officers then followed m which resulted in the following. President, M. F. Worthman, secretary, Mrs. Otto Reppert: It was also decided to hold next year’s meeting at the home of Mrs. Otto Reppert. Besides the officers elected the following committees also were chosen ta act during the coming year: Committee on invitation: Mrs. Fred Kolter, Mrs, Mart Miller, Mrs. A. Crum Committee for program: John Borne, Mrs. Markey, Mrs. Gust Yager Mrs. Christ Borne, Mrs. Otto Reppert. Committee on games and entertainment: Miss Gusta Yager, Miss Lydia Miller, Mrs. Charley Haugh, Otto Peters, Mrs. Worthman. An excellent ice cream supper was served at 4:30 after which the guests departed for their respective homes. JOHNSON IN CANOE ACCIDENT Fort Wayne, Ind. Aug. 23—Alexander Johnson, known nationally for the activity he has displayed in charitable and correceional work, and for twelve years superintendent of the State Feeble Minded School here, and his daughter, Miss Enid Johnson, were rescued from the waters of Lake James today after their canoe had capsized in thirty feet of water. The two were going down the third time when a rescue boat picked them up.

MRS. WILL PARENT STRICKEN Mrs. Will Parent of the Crystal theater is lying very seriously ill as the result of an attack with which she was suddenly seized Friday morning at eleven o’clock, since which time she has not spoken a word or recognized any one at her bedside. Physicians have diagnosed the trouble as nephritis, an acute form of Brights disease. Mrs. Parent lias been unconscious since the attack nnq her right limb has been completely paralyzed. While her condition is very serious indications today were slightly improved and there are hopes of recovery. SALE TOMORROW.

If this weather keeps up the parcel post sale of the German Reformed church will surely be held at the waterwork stomorrow. Everybody is invited to come. If it rains the sale will be held in the Sunday school rooms. The Helping Hand society is in charge of the sale. TWO NEW_CASES Clyde Wolfe Asks sl*oo from Henry Steele for Colt Killed on Railroad. LEFT GAP IN FENCE Schurger & Parrish File Suit for Partition of Real Estate in Berne. Attorney L. C. DeVoss has filed a case entitled Clyde Wolfe vs. Henry Steele, demanding SIOO damages. The complaint recites that on about April Ist the plaintiff was residing ona farm owned by the Yager heirs, located south of the Clover Leaf railway and adjacent thereto, and that about that time the defendant in building a line fence between his farm and the Yager farm, left a gap of thirty to forty feet in the fence, through which a colt, the property of the plaintiff, wandered and was killed by a locomotive. The value of the colt was SIOO, according to the claim made, and damages to that amount are asked and such other relief as the court sees fit. Another case was filed by Schurger and Parrish, the title being Eliza Hofstetter vs. Alma and Hulda Hunzicker, partition. The complaint says the plaintiff and each of the defendants own a business house and a dwelling at Berne, valued at $4,000, that property cannot be divided and that the court appoint a commissioner to sell said property, that the division may be made. o HAVE COLLISION

Automobile and Motorcycle Collided Sunday on Berne Streets. MOTORCYCLE BADLY Damaged and Rider Bruised—Occupants of Auto Escape Injury. While riding west on Main street in Berne Sunday afternoon, John Galli had the misfortune tof having his motorcycle cqllide with an automobile being operated by Sam Soldner and who was making the turn from Lehman street onto Main street. Spectators who were witnesses of the accident were inclined to shift most of the blame onto Galli, who it is said, was running his machine at a considerable speed. As a result of the collision the motorcycle was completely smashed up and Galli suffered many severe bruises from being thrown to the street The automobile was but slightly damaged, the fenders being bent and a few other minor injuries being made, whTe the oieupants escaped without a st rat-li. o WOMEN BACK HOOSIER GOLFER (United Press Service) ’ Indianapolis, Aug. 23,—Women golfers of Indiana were betting today on Mrs. Harry Hammond of Highland course here to defend successfully her title of women’s western champion at Chicago.

DEATH IS SUDDEN J Jasper Dudley, Well Known I Wren Business Man, Was Sick But One Hour FROM HEART TROUBLE Well and Hearty Yesterday and Died at Four O’clock This Morning. Jasper Dudley, aged about sixty-two years, one of the best known business men of Wren, Ohio, and well known in this city, died very suddenly at 4 o'clock this morning from an attack of heart trouble. He had been apparently in perfect health and had never suffered from any ailment of this kind. Yesterday he was as well as usual and attended the big colored camp meeting and picnic near Wren. He retired at the usual time last evening and without complaining, but at 3 o’clock this morning called his wife and daughter and told them he was feeling badly. The local physician was called and administered to him. leaving him at 3:45, feeling greatly improved. The physician had no more than reached home, however, when he was again summoned and found the man dying. He is survived by the widow. one daughter, Ruth, at home, and one son, Rev. Floyd Dudley, of near Lima. Mr. Dudley w<4» a member of the firm of Dudley & Dull, owners of a large general store and the postoffice. His sudden death has caused much sorrow in his locality, where he we so well known. DEATH RELIEVES Mrs. Benjamin Schrank Died Sunday After Many Years of Suffering.

WELL KNOWN LADY Survived by Husband and Two Daughters—Funeral Tuesday Morning. This community lost one of her splendid women early Sunday morning, when the spirit of Mrs. Nettie Schrank, wife of Benjamin Schrank, passed into eternity. For fifteen years she had been in failing health and for four years her condition had been serious. Every possible care was given her and life was prolonged several years no doubt by careful nursing and medical attention. She was operated on four years ago and it was known then that a permanent cure could not be effected. At times she would seem greatly improved but the gain would soon be lost in another decline. She suffered from a complication of diseases including perotonitis and cystituis. On Friday, August 13th she began sinking and gradually grew worse until 4:30 o’clock Sunday morning when her sufferings were relieved by death. Mrs. Nettie Schrank was born at Mechanicsburg, Ohio, June 12th, 1862. Died at Decatur, August 22nd, 1915, aged forty seven years, two months and ten days. Her parents were John and Jean Blue. Mrs. Schrank moved tothis city when she was eleven years old and lias since made her home here. She was a member of the Methodist church for thirty five years, a Christian woman,a loving and devoted wife and mother, and a noble lady who bore her sufferings with fortitude. She is survived by the husband and two daughters Mrs. Jessie Maley of Plymouth and Miss Esther at home, also by one brother, Jacob Blew of Dya.v, Alabama and two half sisters. Elizabeth Wright of Catawba, Ohio, and Artie of Mechanicsburg, Ohio. Two nieces, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Blew have been with her during her last serious illness. The funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at ten o'clock from the Methodist church. Rev. J. H. Rilling of the Evangelical church, ofii elating and interment will be made at Maplewood. Those desiring to view the remains may do so either this evening or until 9:30 Tuesday morning.

NOW THE MANAGER A business deal was closed today whereby Ed S. Levertnn treasurer and manager of the Adams County Creamery company, disposes of his holdings in that prosperous and well known industry to Earl. L. Martin of Markle. Mr. Martin will assume the duties of treasurer and manager at once. The Adams County Creamery company is one of the well established concerns of the city and enjoys a great patronage due to the fact that they have always dealt fair and square with everyone. Miss Genevieve Berling is secretary of the company. Mr. Leverton will probably go to Evanston Illinois. o KNOX HAS MANY EXHIBITS Vincennes, Ind., Aug. 23,—Practically all of the counties of south-western Indiana were represented with exhibits at the Knox county fair which opened here today. GETS PROMOTION Prof. John Dutcher Receives Promotion at Indiana University—ln PHYSICS DEPARTMENT Is a Former Decatur Man and a Son of Mrs. Benjamin Dutcher.

(By Clem Steigmeyer) When Indiana university opens next month, Prof. John B. Dutcher of this city will resume his duties as a mem ber of the faculty, with a considerable increase in rank and salary. The promotion is a recognition of the fine quality of work Professor Dutcher has done in connection with the physics department of the university. Professor Dutcher was born and raised in Adams county, and his mother, Mrs. John Benjamin Dutcher, is now a resident of this city. Professor Dutcher’s wife is also quite well known here. She was formerly Miss Belle Evans, and taught school in this county. Several honors have come to Pro | fessor Dutcher recently. Last June he received the degree of doctor o' philosophy from the state university, and was made a member of Phi Beta Kappa, the national honary scholarship society. The thesis which he pre pared for his doctor’s degree is now being published, the title of it being “The Nature of the Explosive Wave in an Electrolytic Gas." The development of this subject meant long anil persistent work in the laboratory.

- JOHN. B. DUTCHER. The thesis is a. tribute to Dr. Dutcher l as a research student. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa itself signifies a scholar of the very first order. Professor Dutcher will soon have i completed a book to be used as a lab- ' oratory manual. In 1906 Professor Dutcher received his A. B. degree, and a year later his master’s, Indiana university conferring them both. In 1907-1908 he served as instructor in physics at the state university at Bloomington. He spent the next year at the University of Pennsylvania, filling a similar position and serving as special instructor for a teachers’ course daring the summer term there. In the fall of 1909 he returned to Bloomington, where he has since been a. member of the Indiana university faculty. Professor Dutcher is a member of several notable societies of learnnig. among them being Sigma Xi, the national scientific society: the American Physical society, which has for its object the advancement of the (Continued en page 2)

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TEACHERS HERE FOR INSTITUTE Annual Event Opened Today With Bright Outlook fora Profitable Week. A GOOD ATTENDANCE County Superintendent E. S. Christen in Charge— Opened at 9 Oclock. The annual session of the Adams county teachers' institute, under the supervision of Edward S. Christen, county superintendent of schools, assisted by his son. Ellis, convened this morning at 9 o’clock in the initial session of the week’s work, in the assembly room of the high school building. With the following instructors present. Dr. Charles H. Gordinier. of the state normal school. Millersville, Pa.; Mrs. Rosa M. R. Mikels of the department of English. Shortridge high school, Indianapolis; Mr. A. J. Hutchins, former county agent of Clark county, Indiana, but who after September 1 assumes a similar position with Adams county; Miss Leila Gaddis of Purdue university, Lafayette. Indiana, the week’s work promises to become, one of the most valuable and interesting institutes ever held in this county. The teachers began arriving shortly after 8 o’clock and seemed to evince Ihe most lively interest in the program as published. By the time of opening practically all of the teachers had arrived and had registered with the secretaries, Miss Gladys McMillen and J. R. Parrish. The morning exercises were opened with a song led by Carl W. Hohnhaus, principal of the St. John's school, and was followed by devotionals led by Rev. T. H. Harman of the United Brethren church. After the Scripture reading the institute joined in singing "America.” and was then given a few well directed remark's by Superintendent Christen. Mrs. M. R. Mikels was then introduced as the first speaker and gave a brief, but pointed address on “Logical Steps in Learning to Read,” and also discussed plans lor the work the balance of the week. This year’s institute is being carried out on entirely different lines than of any previous year. During the first two periods, general discussions are given to the entire assembly, while the last period is divided into three sections, the primary. intermediate and high school, each of tiiese sections being given a talk pertaining to their work. In this manner it is believed more real benefit can be derived from the week’s work than in having the entire assembly addressed on one subject. Information First-handed. There are certain traditions in reading which we have outgrown. Reading and writing as important as they may be they are not always the most important. Pronouncing the words is not reading. Most reading is too me-

chanical. It ought to be practical. The child in its "Golden Age" needs to be taught practical reading. The school and the teacher must create within the child a desire to real. Reading should be a joy to the child. The child should not get the information from the book but first handed. By means of play the child will learn very rapidly. Mechanical expressions are due to the training received in the early school room. The play is a means of expression. A teacher should have an element of play back of her teaching. The value of play should be considered. Books have a very important place in our lives. Os course books are often abused. Books often become our master. We often become slaves to the book. Instead of getting things or information first handed we go to the book. The child is often sent to the book for information. If the child adheres too closely to the book it dulls its imagination. Teaching History. Following Mrs. Mikel's talk an unannounced feature of the program was introduced by Mr. Christen when lie called upon Mr. Woodard, a member of the Indiana Centennial commission, who gave a brief address to the teachers on the great necessity of teaching the students the history of their own state. Mr. Woodard said: This commission was appointed by Governor Ralston. It has two pur-(Continued-ou — Page - 3?)