Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 20, Number 289, Decatur, Adams County, 9 December 1922 — Page 4

DECATUR DAILY DEMOCRAT Published Every Evening Except Sunday by THE DECATUR DEMOCRAT CO. J. H. Heller—Free, and Gen. Mgr. E. W. Kumpe—Vlce-Pre*. & Adv. Mgr. A. R. Holthouee —Sec’y and Bus. Mgr. Entered at the Postoffice at Decatur, Indiana, as second class matter. Subscription Rates Single copies 2 cents One Week.by carrier 10 cents One Year, by carrier >5.00 One Month, by mail 35 cents Three Months, by mail SI.OO Six Months, by Mail $1.75 One Year, by mail 3.00 One Year, at office $3.00 (Prices quoted are within first and second sones. Additional postage added outside those zones.) Advertising Rates Made known on application. Foreign Representatives Carpenter & Company, 122 Michigan Avenue, Chicago Fifth Avenue Bldg., New York City N. Y. bite Building, Kansas City, Mo. TAXING BUS LINES:— Walter S. Chambers, democratic state chairman and a senator in the coming session of the legislature, is editor of the Newcastle Times, so the editorial views of that paper may be regarded as reflecting to some extent the plans Mr. Chambers may have for his legislative career. A recent editorial on the question of taxing bus lines says that forty of these vehicles are being operated between Indianapolis and surrounding cities. It continues: "These bus lines get their right-of-way and road maintenance free, and have no responsibility to the public. The traction line between Knightstown and Indianapolis pays $40,000 taxes a year to the communities along the line, and maintains its own roadway. The bus lines pay - nothing, and the public maintains the roadway for them. This matter will come before the next legislature, and drastic action is expected to regulate both bus lines and jitneys. Both these institutions are likely to , be placed under the public service commission and regulated the same as railroad and traction lines. It is a big problem, and will require years before just laws can be arrived at that will be fair to the traction lines,! the bus lines and the public." There should be no politics iu the question of regulating bus lines, and the views expressed will no doubt be shared by many Republicans in • the legislature. The public welcomed the bus when the lines started, because it usually welcomes competition of any kind. In addition to the feeling that these vehicles should be made to pay something for the use of • the roads there is a growing demand that they be recognized as common carriers and subjected to additional safety regulations. Some of the bus owners carry insurance that will en- . able them to pay liability claims, , Others do not.—lndianapolis News. — It will require more than the com-, bined efforts of the Bluffton Banner and the Berne Witness to convince the people of Adams county that', Sheriff Melchi is not an efficient officer. He has served tour years and has never failed in his duty. Evidently Sheriff Frauhiger of Bluffton is seeking some cheap notoriety. Two Berne men were arrested near Bluffton Monday and placed in jail for bootlegging. They told the sheriff there where they got the stuff they were peddling. It was Frauhiger’s case and Sheriff Melchi cooperated with him in every way he cotdd, searching those places directed or suggested by the Welis county official. When the search was made at the Kohler farm Mr. Melchi was not informed. In the meantime he was busy with a number of very important duties. Melchi is a straightforward and honest official, has the support of all those who have known of his conscientious efforts to do his duty to the last letter and the evident desire to make it appear he was negligent in the booze case is utterly uncalled for. Time flies and impossible as it may seem those war savings stamps you bought five ywrrs ago. • iu 1918 will be due January Ist. Better hunt them up for Uncle Sam is ready to pav them off or to trade you four per cent certificates on which the interest is to be compounded twice a year. Sriie government will next mouth take care of the $625,000,000 in these war

stamp*, further proof that money Invested with the government is a safe one. The stamps are held by fifteen . million people and the payment of these will tend to losen a nice amount • of coin over the country next month. > You can tile them now at the postoffice or cash them at banks after January Ist. If you wish you can reinvest in the certificates, taking a $25.00 one and four dollars iu cash. It is hoped that half of the money will go back into certificates. Ohio is tightening its qualifications for admission to the bar. In this state the effort has been made several times but evidently the people do not feel interested. Under our constitution auy person of good moral character may practice law and consequently there are in the profession especially in the larger cities some unscrupulous and ignorant men who frequently cause trouble and losses in matters pertaining to the liberty or the property of citizens. Lawyers should be well qualified and most of those who do business are and if the constitution can be changed to provide better protection for the people without great cost of operation of a new commission it might be well to I think about it. People of Adams county should < buy their Christmas goods in their home stores. The merchants of this ; city offer you splendid opportunities to select the finest goods and at 1 prices lower than those found in the ' larger cities for the same grade of gqods. The local merchant helps , your community and pays his share; i of taxes. He is entitled to your buri- 1 1 >es*— all of it—and this pind of co■jneration makes a better community. I Read the advertisements in the Daily Democrat and make up your Christmas list. 1 It's only the selfish person who is willing to enjoy Christmas himself' and overlook the fact that hundreds 1 ’ I of pcor people are sad that day. The Good Fellow will join the club and help make the day a happy one for every boy and girl and needy per,on. Do it at once. DR. H URTY WILL PROPOSE BILL — Vleasure Cails For Appointment Os State Commissioner Os Health The Indianapolis News gives the following account of a bill proposed by Hr. J. N. Hurty. which will be introI di'ccd in the next legislature. The ar--1 ticlo follows: I, “A bill calling for the appointment lef a state commissioner of public .health and all-time health officers for each county will be introduced in the legislature from Marion county. Dr. Hurty only recently vacated the office of secretary of the state board of health, after having served in that capacity more than twenty-six years, during which time he won a national r putation as an authority on health and sanitation. "The measure he proposes would bring about a complete reorganization of the board of health as constituted by a law passed in 1881. which, Dr. Hurty says, is now obsolete. Four-Year Term “Under the bill which Dr. Hurty is framing the state commissioner of public health, who would succeed to the office now occupied by the secretary of the state board of health, would be appointed by the Governor for a four-year term. Under the present law the secretary is appoined by the board. "The board of health, which is now composed entirely of physicians and which is appointed by the Governor, would be retained, but in an advisory capacity instead of in an administrative capacity as now. It would be made up of six members, three of whom would be successful practitioners of curative medicine, one a dentist, one a sanitary engineer and one a representative business man. “The health'comnHSSioner, would be empowered to call the board into session. The proposed law would dele- ’ gate to the board power to adopt rules • for the detailed enforcement of the . health laws of the state. "Dr. Hurty'* bill will provide that the county health officer shall be selected by the county commissioners '' from an eligible list of officers com-

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■ piled by the state board of health. > The bill would require each applicant ( for a position as health officer to be a graduate of a school of medicine, • healthy, able-bodied, temperate, not addicted to drugs, and furthermore that he shall have passed an examination In hygiene, sanitary science and preventive medicine prescribed by the state board. The commissioners would be authorized to pay a salary of not less than $2,500 annually to the health officer. “Under the present laws, county health officers are appointed by the county commissioners and are taken from the ranks of practicing physicians in the county. Almost always they are of the same political faith as the commissioners. They recejve only a small salary and conduct the health work in connection with their general practice. Composed of Doctors ’’The state board of health,” said Dr. Hurty in explaining his proposal, "always has been composed of doctors, and that is a great mistake. Business, education, engineering, and indeed all of the sciences and activities are interested in public health, although they are not represented in health enforcement ifi Indiana. ".Massachusetts, New York. Pennsyl- , vania. Ohio. Illinois and other states have done away with their boards of health and have made them advisory boards and lodged the power and in itiative in a state commission of health. ' "This method worked * far better ‘ than to lodge the necessary power in ' a body of men, who, although interested in health, know little or nothing. to to how it may be obtained. It * is obvious that public health affairs should be conducted by persons who know and have knowledge and practical experience in hygiene, sanitary preventive medicine. "I therefore, shall propose that the rational method of public health administration be adopted in Indiana. It will be a real economy because it , will cost no more and will produce ‘ results which the old machine can . never approximate. I have been run- . ning the old vehicle for twenty-six years and I feel certain I have gotter. out all there is in it and have found , •hat in many ways it actually prevents gaining ends aimed at. The bill 1 have in mind will save us money, increase our health, prolong our lives ' I end increase our happiness." Faults Pointed Out "Dr. Hurty said that one of the ' faults with the present county health office system is that the physicians , appointed to the official positions are ] In competition with other practioners and thus, the best co-operation cannot be obtained. “Fully a score of physicians,” Dr. Hurty said, "who are acting as health officers have told me that their work is a detriment to their practice. Yet i the present law compels this foolish , condition.” "Dr. Hurty said the prpesent law is . full of faults, one of which is its fail- , tire to set out the duties and powers of health officers, frequently leaving tlie officers in doubt as to the proper course to pursue.” o MONROE NEWS Mr. John Stauffer has returned from a two day's visit with relatives in various points in Nebraska. Mrs. Charles Schugg, of Berne, was here Wednesday on business. .Mr. C. E. Bahner, our tonsorial artist acted as watchman on the Jack son street crossing Wednesday night, owing to the fact that the safety bell on said crossing refused to give proper warning by being out. of commission. On Friday the same thing occured, when another man was sought to perform the same duty by one of the G. R. & I. officials. Place gates at these crossings and save much worry and expense. Our merchants have assumed a Christmas spirit and are making their places of business very attractive for the holiday trade. Although our merchants are nut n aking a specialty of “Toyland”, they have on display many useful and appropriate gifts for father, mother and the whole family. The Home store has a large and well assorted Hue oi articles. Not with standing the inclement weather on Thursday evening, a large crowd turned out to hear the musicale given by the Monroe school orchestra. A splendid program was rendered consisting of the latest numbers ' in instrumental duets, solos, and vocal ' music. This organization is about one year, ol(l.' qnder .thq direction of • Prof. Bliss of Geneva, and during that ' time has accomplished wonderful ■ work, as the members of this orchesi tra were, at that time, all raw ma- > terial. and now are competent musicians, which is a credit to the coinI munity, director, and members as ■ well. The orchestra is tphiposed of = following instruments. Ten first - and second violins; 1 cello; 1 bass

I viol; 1 piccaln; 2 clarinets; 1 saxophone; 2 trombone*; 5 flr*t and second cornets; trap drum*; piano. Th!* erganlxation merits the support of our people, as it is worthy and of much benefit to the community and is the upbuild of our young men and women who are members of the same. A number of these members hav< volunteered their services to tu.ul’U music for the Sunday evening services at the M. E. church. The local high school basket ball team left for Hamilton, Ind., Friday afternoon here they engaged in a game with the fast high school team at that place. The local team has not met with a defeat this season, and it is expected to return ith another victory to its credit. Student* on the Honor Roll for November Seniors— Josephine Heffner, 3 A plus’s. Veda Andrews, 2 A’s and 1 A plus. Rhoda Lehman, 2 A’s and 2 A plus’s Juniors — Bernice Nelson, 2 A’s and 2 A plus's Helen Thomas, 4 A plus's. Margaret Lewellen, 4 A’s. Sophmores— Harley Ehrsam. 3 A plus's and 1 A. John Moore. 3A's. Hugh Andrews, 3 A's. Freshmen —Clara Reppert, 3 A plus's. , Jesse Essex, 2 A plus’s and 1 A. Don Hahnert. 1 A plus and 3 A's. Dr. and Mrs. L. T. Edward*, of Monroeville, were visitors at the evening services at the M. E. church last Sunday evening and callers at the parsonage after the services. Rev. and Mrs. S. I. Zechiel and Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Nelson were Thanks- , giving guests at Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Norris, near Culver, Indiana. Mr. and Mrs. Jason Essex, of Stratgart, Arkansas, arrived yesterday to visit with the former’s parents, Mr and Mrs. Jesso Essex. ——* OBITUARY Maurice Leo Burnett, little son of , Elmer and Iva Meyer Burnett, was born in Mercer County, 0., August 19 1921, and departed for his heavenly - home, Friday, December 1, 1922. Age Maurice endeared himself to all who year, ‘3 months, 11 days. Littl knew him, bq his sweet and loving way. i He leaves to mourn, the parents; one brother, Cloyce Albert; the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Burnett, of Decatur. Ind: and Mr. and Mrs. W. I'. Meyer, of near Salem. Ind.; and a host of relatives and friends. We will miss Maurice in our home, but our loss is Heaven's gain. Dear Maurice has gone but not for gotten; Never shall his memory fade, Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger, Around the grave where he is laid. He is not dead, the one we mourn, in deep but chasencd sorrow. We loved him. yes, no tongue can tel! How much we loved him and how well, lod loved ,too, so He thought best To take Dear Maurice home to rest. Then weep not dear friends, weep not for him. He has only gone before. And the Savior soon will call us To meet him on the Golden shore. Start Work On Harding’s Big Program (Continued from Page One) to result in new legislative suggestions for enforcement. Leaders, however, said congress was not called on at this time to do anything about prohibition. After the president’s conference with the governors, some legislative steps may be taken. o Court Names Attorney x For John McClish (Continued from page one) schedyled to hear a case in the Wells circuit court, at Bluffton, on Monday and Tuesday Os next week, but he stated today that he understood that the case was to be continued until a later date. The case of Ross vs. Sties is set for trial on Thursday and the case of Murphy vs. the Murphy estate is scheduled to be heard on Saturday of next week. Decatur Wins And Loses In Net Contests (Continued from Page One) Myers f Wells Wemhoff c Buchman Christen (C) g Ruingor Schneider g Schmming Substitutions—Decatur: Schulte for Holthouse. Holthouse for Myers, Appleman for Wemhoff. Lima, Hanly Tor Ruinger., Field -goals, Holthouse .'3,1 Appleinan 1, Wells 1, Buchman 2, Schumming 1. Foul goals. Holthouse 3, Myers 4, Wells 5. Referee, Huffman, Ohio State? __ o New York —Tell Bill uot to treat i other girls as he did me,” were the . last words of Miss Helen Habne. 19, . scrawled ou a piece of paper just bei fore she shot herself.

American Luther League Meets At St. Peters’ The local branch of the American Luther League had an extra meeting in the St. Peter'* Lutheran School. The meeting was well attended and all present showed great interest in the work this organization is carrying on. Mr. Ph. Sauer, tho president of the local branch, gave an Interesting report of the National Convention, i which was held lu Elgin, ill., this fall, I At this convention Relegates from twenty two states were present. The j organization has grown very rapidly in the last few years, and now has about ! 350 locals. The A. L. L. was founded but a few years ago to further Christ-. tan education and to assist the church in every possible way. Because they ■ hold the view as Christians in the pedagogery of the Bible. They believe j that it is a revelation of the divine ! will concerning the education of the , • hild and are guided in their actions ■ by statements such as the following: i The fear of the Lord is the beginning | of knowledge.” Prov. 1-7. “Ye fathers, t hring your children up in the nurture ’ md admonition of th* Lord." Eph. 6-4. ' The whole subject liscussed can be mmnioned up in the following statement: Religion, morality and know- - ’edge being necessary to good government, good citizenship, and happiness | if mankind, Christian schools and I means of education shall forever be: encouraged. However, in> stressing religion as an essential factor in education, the V L. U is propapating also the teaching of secular things, so that the Lutheran schools meet the standard re- j quirements in all common school branches. The Rev. Moeller also spoke a few words on education concerning the■ spiritual and earthly welfare of chil- 1 Iren. •' * + + *** + * + + + ++ + + * SPORT TABS * b++++++++ 4- + + + + 6New York, Dec. 8. —Louis Firpe.' Argentina heavy weight, who made!

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Do Your Xmas Shopping at the Gift Shop All Sorts of Curios IMPORTED GIFTS FROM CHINA AND JAPAN HAND PAINTED AND FANCY HAM) MADE ARTICLES OF EVERY DESCRIPTION Mrs. E. B. Adams and Madge Hite. at Mrs. Burdg's Millinery Store. The Cort T-H-E-A-T-R-E —TONIGHT—“Don’t Get Personal” A Big Universal Production Featuring The Dainty Little Star, Marie Prevost A picture with a punch. See it. —ADDED ATTRACTION—“Speed ‘Em Up”, Comedy featuring Harry Sweet. 8 Reels “International News” 10c-25c MONDAY AND TUESDAY—“THE STORM” • featuring House Peters. Also Comedy. 10 Big Reels. Starting Monday we will have a 3 piece orchestra at our theater four nights out of the week.

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