Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 16, Number 110, Decatur, Adams County, 8 May 1918 — Page 5

DECATUR DAILY DEMOCRAT

Volume XVI. Number 110.

THE OFFICIAL CANVASS IS BEING MADE TODAY VOTE WAS MUCH LARGER THAN EXPECTEO—STRONG TICKET SELECTED IN ADAMS COUNTY-WINNERS IN TRUSTEE CONTESTS,

♦♦♦♦+♦♦+++♦+*+ + THE WINNERS. + ♦ + + For Congress—W. H. Eichhorn. ♦ + For Judge—John C. Moran. + + For Prosecutor—E. Burt Lenhart. ♦ ♦ For Joint Senator—John Decker. + + For Representative—J. W. Walk- + ♦ er. ♦ , ♦ For Clerk —John T. Kelly. + ♦ For Treasurer—Fred W. Studler. + ♦ For Recorder—Andrew J. Case. + , + For Sheriff —Zephus Melchi. + , + For Coroner—Dr. 0. D. Clark. + + For Surveyor—Orval Harruff. ♦ ( ♦ For Assessor —Wm. Frazier. + I ♦ For Commissioner, Second Dis- ♦ ♦ trict —C. C. Beer. + ♦ For Commissioner, Third Dis- +| ♦ trict —Robert Schwartz. + + For Trustee Washington Town- + + ship—John F. Snow. + ♦ For Assessor, Washington Town- + + ship—Wm. Blackburn. ++♦+♦++ + + + +♦ + + From the time—B:3o last evening when First Ward B Decatur sent in the first report of the big primary, until 2:30 when north St. Marys was brought in via the Flivver route, there was never a minute when interest in the results of the various contests let up. The interest manifested’ last night was rather a surprise after a veryquiet campaign and an exceedingly listless election day. The predicted light vote proved some what of a myth as the returns developed that it was almost a normal vote, totaling over 2,800. When it is considered that several hundred voters have left far camps, cantonments and battle fronts and that only a few of these took advantage of the absent voter’s law. the vote it will be noticed was all that could be expected. j*sn C. Moran, well known attorney of this city won over Dore B. Erwin and Judge D. E. Smith for judge, the race between Moran and Erwin being so close that it was not decided until almost the last precinct had reported. Tn the race for sheriff Seph Melchi ami John Baker had a real contest requ'ring the last report for decision. Melchi won by 71 votes. Fred Studler ;>f Hartford township took the lead early in the scrap for the treasurership andj held it with the exception of one time when Louis Kleine of Preble nosed | him out for a short time. Studler win-, nlng by a comfortable majority. Arch-

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bold ran third. John T. Kelly was nominated for clerk. Nelson running second and making a good race. A. J. Case was an easy winner for recorder over three contestants. E. Burt Ijenhart defeated Frank Armantrout for prosecutor and C. C. Beer landed the place as candidate for commissioner of second district over Ira Wagoner in an interesting race. For trustee of Washfgnton J. F. Snow was nam'd over Herman Sellemeyer, J. W. Walker for representative. Dr. D. D. Clark for coroner. Orval Harruff for surveyor and William Frazier for assessor had no opposition. William Blackburn was nominated without opposition for assessor of Washington township. It was a great primary and the feeling today was that a splendid ticket had been selected. The men are ad well known, well qualified and need no introduction to the people of the county. The nows was received at the Daily Democrat office atjd hundreds of calls were answered during the night while a large cfowd watched the lighted bulletin window. The results in detail are shown in the table published today. The canvassing board which met at six o'clock are still in session and will conclude late this afternoon. TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE. John F. Snow defeated Herman W. Sellemever for trustee of Washington township, the vote by precinct be-, ing: | Snow Sellemeyer N. Washington .... 65 36 S. Washington .... 39 58 Ist Ward A 85 31 Ist Ward B 49 18 2nd Ward A 84 34 2nd Ward B 42 26 3rd Ward A 73 44 3rd Ward B 80 • 29 Totals 517 276 Plurality 241 Dettinger won in Kirkland where there was a three-cornered fight. TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE RACES. In every township except Jefferson and French the race for the democratic nomination for township trustee was a hot one. there being one, i two or more aspirant* for the office.l In Jefferson township both parties I had a candidate without opposition. 1 while in French. John Tonner. on the It ontinued on Page Two)

Decatur, Indiana, Wednesday Evening, May 8, 1918.

THE COAL HAULING 1 City Will Contract With Lawrence Roop to Haul Coal at 35c Per Ton. CUT IMPROVEMENTS During the War—Bids for Building Brokaw Sewer to be Received May 21. The city council met in regular session last evening, disposing of the various business matters within an hour, and adjourning in plenty of time so that those interested in the results of the primary could get the returns they came in to this office. Following the reading of the minutes, and the filing of the proof puh'iI cation giving notice to bidders, the clerk was instructed to proceed with the opening of the bids for coal haul- , ing. Two bids were filed, laiwrence Roop and John Thomas. The former agreed to haul the coal from the railroad tracks to the city light and power plant for thirty-five cents per ton. while Thomas tiled his former bid of fifty cents per ton. It was moved thai the water work* committee enter into a six month's contract witli Roop or his guardian, he being a minor. No one objected to the proposed B. F. Brokaw sewer, upon the filing of the proof of publication and the preliminary resolution adopting the improvement and setting Tuesday. May 21st as the day on which the council would receive sealed bids for the construction of same, was passed and adopted. The city engineer filed bis plans and specifications in the matter which was approved and placed on record. The petition of Isaac Nelson. Thomas Fisher and others for the construction of a sidewalk on .Madison street, was filed and referred to the street and sewer committee. The city clerk was instructed to get in touch with the G. R. & I. railroad I officials relative to the building of a 'switch from the tracks to the city plant. The city engineer was instructed to look after the improvement of the curb at the corner of Jackson and Fourth streets. It was moved and seconded that the city purchase an adding machine 'or the clerk's office. A motion was then made to the effect that all improvements, unless absolutely necessary be abolished during the period of the war. The following bills were allowed and the meeting adjourned: Street commissioner's pay roll. $184.60; A. E. Boyce Co.. $5.12; police pay roll. $82.50; Wolverine Brass Works. $12.78; .A. R. Ashbaucher, $11.75; Standard Oil Co., $4.05: The United I Dealer's Buying Co.. $3.00; Maier Hide & Fur Co.. $6.71; Drs. J. S. & E. G. Coverdale. $5.00: Standard Oil Co., $21.00; Boys-Logan Coal Co., $105.34: Power Coal Co., $127.20: Wayne Belt-

ing & Supply Co., $2.09; H Mueller Mfg. Co., $107.12; Naiional Meter Co., $170.50; Flower Stevens Mfg. Co.. $30.75; Ingersoll Rand Co.. $4.69; P. & H. Supply Co.. $57.67; Liberty Mfg. Co., $21.30; Moore Oil Co.. $13.70; Croul Co., $18.20; National Mill Supply Co. $60.48; Ft. Wayne Oil A Supply Co., $35.26; John Thomas. $75.27; waterworks pay roll, $53.00; General Electric Co., $96.59; National Mill Supply Co., $239.08-; Protective Electric Supply Co., $91.57; Dick Hoch, $37.50: Wm. Shamerloh, $2.00: Sam Butler, $2.00; Thomas Dowling, $32.50; city firevnen. $73.50; Decatur volunteer firemen, sl4 no; (Decatur volunteer firemen. $13.00; Decatur volunteer firemen. $13.00; Decatur volunteer firemen, $15.90; Decatur volunteer flrnten. $11.CO: Adams Express Co., $.33; F. W. Downs, $3 50; Harvey "'ontlnut-n on Psge Two' YARN IS NOW HERE The Red Cross Knitting Department Receives Supply OF SOCK YARN A Good Sock Pattern is Recommended for the Knitters. Mrs. W. E. Smith, chairman of the knitting department of the Red Cross, has received a small shipment of sock yarn which she will he glad to place with those ladies to knit I socks for the Red Cross during the summer months. She has also some khaki yarn which she will place for sleeveless sweaters. To those who desire a good pattern for knitting the broad toed stocking asked for by the government for the soldier hoys, the following directions are recommended as the best pattern that has yet been developd.. Cut it out and paste it in your scrap book. Cast on 64 stitches, rib 3*,4 inches. 2 plain, 2 purl. Knit plain 8 inches (1114 inches in all.) Heel —Knit plain 32 stitches on to one needle, turn, purl back these 32 stitches, turn, knit plain, repeat these two rows (always slipping the first stitch.) 14 times (15 in all). With the inside of the heel towards you. purl 18 stitches, purl 2 together, purl 1. Turn, knit 6 stitches, slip 1, knit 1. pull slipped stitch over, knit 1. turn, purl 7 stitches, purl 2 together, purl 1. Turn, knit 8 stitches, slip 1. knit 1, pull slipped stitch over, knit 1. turn, purl 9 stitches, purl 2 together, purl 1. Turn, knit 10 stitches, slip 1, knit 1, pull slipped stitch over, knit 1. turn, pur 1 11 stitches, purl 2 together, purl 1. Turn, knit 12 stitches, slip 1, knit •1. pull slipped stitch over, knit 1. turn, purl 13 stitches, purl 2 together, purl 1. < Continued on P»g» Twn l

: DISTRICT MEET ■ Decatur Club Ladies Are Preparing to Attend Convention HELD AT BLUFFTON Friday, May 17th —MrsOlive Peterson Vice Chairman. Many of the club ladies of this city will attend the eleventh annual convention of the Indiana Federation ot; Clubs of the eighth district, which will |be held at the Baptist church, Bluffton. Friday, May 17. Mrs. Ella Bagot Kehrer. of Anderson. district chairman: Mrs. Olive ri. Peterson, of this city is district vicechairman; and Mrs. Henry C. Dur-' bin, of Anderson, is district secretary: and treasurer. Mrs. Fay Smith Knapp' of this city, is Adams county chairmuni The following program is arranged. for the convention: Registration and credentials. “America"—Audience. Invocation —Mrs. A. 11. McKay.. Bluffton. The American Creed—Audience. | Welcome Address —Mrs. Charles C i Deam, Bluffton. Response—Mrs. E. W. Barrett, Muncie. Report District Chairman—Mrs. El-! la Bagot Kehrer, Anderson. Report District Secretary and Treasiurer—Mrs. H. C. Durbin. Andreson. I Report County Chairmen — MesI dames Myers. Nation. Knapp. Brumfield. Cartwright and Miss Jayne. Report from all clubs in district by , president, or some representative of the club, to be judged for Merit Fl ig and placing stars on Service Flag by president. ' An Analysis—Mrs. Emogene Taft. Lesh, Muncie. Report of Credential Committee — Mrs. J. W. Tyndall! chairman. Election of officers. 12:00 to 1:00 —Luncheon 50c—Reformed church. Toastmistress, Mrs.; Olive H. Peterson, vice-chairman. T Each county chairman must tell a; funny story or have some one from her county do so. 1:10 p. m.. Music—Mrs. Starr, Bluif- ■ ton. Federation —Mrs. Jno. E. Moore, . president I. F. C.. Kokomo. Judges' Report—Mrs. Emma Wood,! chairman. Winchester. Music —Mesdames Albright and Zeig ler. Anderson. “We Must Win This War’’—Sixteen ' State Committee Chairman. Resolution Committee Report—Mt«. r Paul Jaque. Portland. Mrs. A. T. Cox. Indiana's Factory i Inspector. Our State. Indiana —Mrs. Jas. > Goodrich. Trustee I. F. C„ Indianap olis. Music—Mrs. Frank Luellyn. Muncie. Patriotic Address—Hon. Michael E. I 'Continue*! on Paee Two'

THE QUARTERLY DRAFT FOR YOUNG MEN NOW -- MAY BE NECCESSARY—HINDENBURG GETTING READY TO STRIKE AGAIN ALLIES CONTINUE TO ADVANCE—THE SOLDIERS VOTE.

(United Press Service) | Washington, May B—(Special to ( Daily Democrat) —Quarterly draft registration of men reaching 21 years of 1 age during the next year may be made 1 necessary by the new army expansion < program, Provost Marshal General Crowder told the house military affairs ; committee today. Crowder presented estimates for I fifteen million dollars which is three million more than draft expenditures this year. Quarterly registration will make the increased expenditures nec-i I essary, Crowder said. Washington, May B—(Special to ; Daily Democrat) — American soldiers i in France will not be permitted to vote I i in the coming election, the war depart-' ment has definitely decided. Men in I' training in this country will be allow- ( ed to vote if their state wishes to col- « lect the ballot. j c In letters to Representative Rogers.' Massachusetts; Assistant Secretary] of War Benedict Crowell, and Adjutant l General McCain, it was said the vote' 1 in France could not be taken without seriously interfering with military efficiency. . Zurich. May B—(Special to Dal’y Democrat) —The peace treaty just signed by Rumania with the central g powers provides for the ceeding of Southern Dobrudja to Bulgaria and the ruling of Northern Dobrudja by a special joint commission, pending final settlement. N Buenos Aires. May B—(Special to ( Daily Democrat) — Count Lunburg, s former German minister to Argentina, sailed for Sweden today. He was accompanied by the German minister to Peru. r The Germans are all primed for a'a resumption of the west front often- ]s sive on a large scale, it was intimat- t ed today in a United Press dispatch t from the British front. v The dispatch describes the completion of enemy preparations, including the reconstruction of roads, railways,' ( and bridges, the concentration of ar- ( Itillery and the massing of refitted and q rested troops, including many new di- (| visions. The dispatch said that about ( 1 130 enemy divisions, or 1,560,000 men, are on the line with 76 divisions, 912,000 men, in reserve. Field Marshal Haig reported in- ( I creased activity by the German artil- , lery in the Meteren and Kemmel sectors early this morning. Kemmel, , j which was taken by the Germans several days ago at a frightful cost in lives, is about five miles south and slightly west of Ypres. Meteren is six miles southwest of Kemmel. The onlyj infantry action mentioned by Haig was | another slight British advance be-' tween th Somme and the Ancre. A United Press dispatch from the! American front in Picardy reported a terrific bombardment of several towns and roads west of Mont Didier, held by the Germans last night. In retaliation the Germans were shelling the American rear areas. The Americans were wallowing in mud as the result of several rays rainfall, but the weather had cleared again, rendering artillery and aerial activity easier. BULLETIN London, May B—(Special to Daily Democrat) —British troops again advanced their lines between the Somme and the Ancre, taking several prisoners, Field Marshal Haig reported today. Hostile cannonading occurred in Flanders during the night. Enemy artillery fire increased this morning on the morthern portion of the Flanders front. “As the result of successful minor operations, we advanced our line a little between the Somme and the Ancre, taking several prisoners.” the statement said. (It was on this front that the Australians advanced their'

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lines on more than a mile front Sunday night and Monday morning.) "Between Locon and Rebecq (on the southern portion of the Flande-s f'onti and in the neighborhood of St. Julian (northeast of Ypres) hostile artillery was active last night. “The enemy artillery increased his activity in the Meteren and Kemmel sector? early this morning. BULLETIN (By William Philip Simms, United Press staff correspondent) With the British Armies in France, May B—(Special to Daily Democrat) —Australian troops have advanced again north of the Somme. One advance west of Morlancourt (midway between Albert and the Somme) was to the depth of 300 yards, on a 500 yard front. The other was north east of Sailly-Le-Sec (on the north bank of the Somme, three miles south and west of Morlancourt,) 500 yards deep, on a front of 600 yards. BULLETIN Paris, May B—(Special to Daily Democrat) —The most violent artillery fire is under way north and south of the Avre river, on the Amiens front, the French war office announced today Paris. May B—(Special to Daily Democrat) Foreign Minister Pichon today confirmed Premier Clemenceau s statement to the war committee that this is no time for any possible peace, or serious proposals of peace. BULLETIN With the British Armies in France. May S -(Special to Daily Democrat) — Hindenburg appears about ready to strike again—unless the signs of ,ho times are wholly deceitful From various sources it is known the vast machinery composed of roads, railways, bridges, airdromes, airplanes and artillery concentrations stand ready, while great armies of troops, refitted and refreshed, aw; it the pull of the trigger to the catapult which will hurl them into the fray. Chicago. May B—(Special to Daily Democrat)-- "Germany is very strong. Germany must be beaten—hard. It's the only way to teacji them.” stated Sarah McKean. Chicago music student. who left. Berlin Feb. 27. She believes she was the last American girl to leave the enemy country. ” "The German people whine but they obey the kaiser’s command as a dog the call of his master," said Miss McKean today. “Kultur is stamped on all Germans and can he cut out only with the sword. "Germans exist on less food than we give babies here but they are not ready to quit as yet I was permitted to come home only because cf I weakness caused by lack of food. CosI fee is sl4 a pound. Sweets are out of I the question." I London. May 8 (Special to Daily j Democrat) Chancellor Bonar Utw announeod - in thehouse of commons th s afternoon that the iovernment liopml to introduce Irish home rule next week .. — -n PFLEGER GETS SENTENCE 'United Press Service) Chicago, May 8 (Special to Daily Democrat) — Edward Pfleger. Fott Wayne. Ind . today drew a one to five year prison sentence fur bigamy. The charge was brought by his second wife. Mrs. Hattie HelYelinger. who traced his record after he had attempt- ' ed to shoot her. Pfleger pleaded Io insanity and will be examined before beginning his prison sentence. THE LADIES' CHORUS r The Indies' Chorus of the M. .E. church will meet this evening after . prayer meeting for practice ROTARY CLUB MEETING The Rotary Club will meet Thursday evening at the city hall at eight o’clock All members please be present. 4