Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 21, Number 86, Decatur, Adams County, 10 April 1923 — Page 13

I peoples loan and trust company REPRESENTATIVE OF CITY’S GROWTH

II ~ urrrago business man, manu-i I or iudivkliMd looking n ! P“/ 0 £ Ration. find lu iMit <U>r! a uMalnin* » '<*«“«*' **! “ r ,nitv that present ovorytbiiiK Irfrrtßive and modern a* well as eTo'tH will n;..., rally Iftc* «cM | Z°i banking fitcllltlM "f the an* \ lv and will Judge his ernnpur--1“'"" i irgely from tiiia ffiandpolnt. , fe u i fortunate that Decatur fe 1 (is<cd „ f the remarkably modern (Sclent banking houses we have J. ot more efficient banking ser- , 'Eminent among these behks-one | |,as done a world or good, effecwork here, as well as throughout | r .,i communities surrounding Decatur. is tb>' Peoples’ lawn ami Trust Company, organised in 1913, and wiiicli Ims been steadily progressing | , n d catering to the wants and wishes ■ >lf a steadily inereasing list of pa- ■ trii;is , the bank has nil modern con- ■ venlcnces and facilities, and pays Igtrkl. caret'll! attention to every do-1 ■ ml of their work, ranging from sav- ■ ings deposits, on wiiicli four per cent I interest is paid, to the largest checkI ing accounts, which receive accurate, I careful attention at all times. A ■ general banking business is conduct- ■ ed in suili a manner that not only; I arc die best interests of patrons safe- ■ guarded, but every encouragement to ■ thrift and progress are advanced. ■ The board ot directors and officers I family is composed of the foremost I butiaess men and citizens of Decatur, ■ who have a life long knowledge of B conditions and requirements, and who ■ are at all times actively engaged in ■ promoting the welfare ot the city and ■ out people generally.

CHRISTEN & SMITH, LEADING PLUMBING AND HEATING FIRM

I’romiucut among the business establishments of Decatur who have i achieved fame and favorable mention ' fur themselves in their work, and j who have been entirely successful at j home ami abroad, is the plumbing! and heating firm of Christen & Smith i and today tho firm standjj uut most i prominently throughout Adams and j eurroiindiug counties as a firm that has well merited the patronage they are receiving, and who have a record of achievement that is second to none. t The firm has for a number of years been actively engaged in tho plumbing and steam heating business, and have successfully completed some of the most important jobs in Decatur ami other cities. The record upon which this splendid work is being done is one of standardized, skillful work throughout, with the strictest attention paid to every detail, from the time they make an estimate on any job, until it is completed and turned over to the owners. A splendid example of‘l his work is shown in the Old Adams County Bank buildtag, in which they did tho plumbing, h is but one example of the kind of Plumbing the firm does. Every kind ol sanitary and steam and water

EVERETT, HITE & GO. CONTINUE PROGRESSIVE METHODS IN BUSINESS i ■

Many is the time, twenty-five or | worn years ago, that the writer has I s ' m,! witl > Ms parents to Everett <t liilos grocery to buy the provisions f '"' the coming week, am! has, on an equally large number of occasions, "•itched lor the sack of candy rceeivcd when the monthly bill was paid. 11 "as a boyhood pleasure then to visit die store, and it is equally as pleasant l " note the wonderful advances the company has made in that length of climaxing in their announce‘'‘"til a few days ago of plans for the consti action of a splendid new home Hioir wholesale grocery and notion "isiness. It is a typical example of " 'ol can he achieved by attending strictly to business, staying with it mid giving people service and high *1 tiatity goods. Lvuett, liito & Co. today is one !'*• 11,0 iricicst and best known firms m Adnnig county, with a record of' •ani( \ eiuent that is difficult to excel. ' <!lr stli<t iotgrlty in business has mwi-acterized their advancement, and ' h determination to give service ■""I high quality goods is a feature W has won its own reward'. Today 11 " m is known throughout Northern I'uuna us a real leader in the whole-1 grocery and nnjllofcs business, j

| Thu bank offers every conservative | inducement, combined with honorable and progressive bunking procedure, |to those who are Inclined toward economy and thrift, and assist hi every manner possible those who (seek attainment through financial und j imslncss procedure. From the smali test to the largest depositor, the peoples Loan and Trust Company Is | eager to serve. They handle loans, nurko farm loans it specialty, securities, bonds, act ns conservator or j executor, administrator or In any ett ! pacify culled upon, in a manner that makes them friends anti benefactors, as well as efficient business repreI .sentatives. The bank hits steadily ! increased in deposits and resources, and today Is looked favorably upon jas one of tlie foremost banks of ' Indiana, well worthy of emulation and ! pillar patronage. The officers of (lie bank are M. j Kirseh, president; H. M. Giilig, vice- ' president; W. A. Lower, secretary; I Fanny li. Hite, assistant secretary. The hoard of directors Is composed of M. Kirseh, C. L. Walters, E. E. Zimmerman, H. M. Giilig, Clarence K. Dell. W. A. Lower, of Decatur, and (’has. E. Schwarts, of Portland, lud. Bach officer and member of the Hoard is a man of the highest standing both here and throughout the country, well versed and thoroughly trained in banking and general business circles. The bank is centrally located across from the cout\ house in a fine building owned by the bank and represents a centralized location that makes it ideal and convenient for business men and residents generally.

heating, furnace work, jobbing and I repairs, is handled by the firm, and I their} estimates are always most coni servativo and equitable. They emi ploy plumbers who are masters of their art, and who know what is re- | quireh to make a plumbing job, large | or small, satisfactory throughout the i years to come. Promptness and effi- ! ciency go hand in hand with reasonabb' prices and standardized materials, equipment and labor. Prominently; connected with the firm may ho found two of our foremost business men —Messrs. Christen and Smith. These two hustlers have been residents of Decatur for many years, and have not only watched the city grow, but have taken off their coats and helped make the city grow. They take an active interest in civic development of all kinds, social features of importance, and affairs that have made Decatur’s history and will have .important bearing upou the future of the dty and themselves and their business. They will be glad to make estimates on any kind of work in their line, and do job work of all kinds, with a guarantee of satisfaction accompanying each estimate or job done by them.

— i | handling goods that are of standardI ized value and quality, at prices that i are equally satisfactory. Prompt do- i liveries to retailers, a stock adequate i to meet up-to-date requirements, and general efficiency throughout, are feu- i lures that prevail at all times. They < are gentlemen of the highest standing at home and abroad, whose word ; is as good as their bond, and whose | goods sell because they are high j grade. The firms hoard of directors includes I he most prominent men of the community, among them Henry Hite, John Everett, Charles llurg, C. E. Peterson, Hugh Hite, M. E. Howur, and S. E. Hite. They form the wholesale grocery establishment in Decatur, and aside from supplying numerous local stores, cover a wide range of , territory in the stato and elsow'here. , Their new building will be modern , i throughout, greatly increasing their capacity, and permitting of great op- , portunities in larger fields of endeav- ( or. Their dullness has greatly in- ( creased, neccessitating the new quart- , ers, and the Democrat predicts that within a short time even the new building will be too small to aceomj mod ate them in their na<w enterpris- | ing progress foward larger things.

Veoples’ Restaurant 1 and Bakery One of Our Leaders Prominent umong the business estuhllshments of Decatur that have ' succeeded In every sense of the wqyd in giving patrons entire satisfaction, and who produce goods or (he finest i kinds, both iu the store und tor the home, is tlie Peoples’ Itestaurunt and llakory, oue of Second street's progressive busiucss establishments. Herein may be enjoyed, at all hours of the day und evouing, tho choicest looked meals and lunches, hot und cold.und here also the most delicious bread, pies, cakes, cookies, roils, etc, may be bought for the table. Messrs. Hurting and Herber have been successful in the restaurant and bakery loudness liecauso they have given residents service, and with it ail, the kind of goods that count. Everything about the bakery and restaurant in maintained in the most sanitury, efficient manner. Special attention is paidxto the cooking and serving of meals, und nothing but the choicest materials and produce ure used, cither in the restaurant and bakery, in brief, It is an ideal place to eat, and an equally ideal place to buy the bakery supplies, and we are more than pleased to highly recommend them to everyone. o — Joseph & Lang Conduct Modern Ice Cream Parlor fee Cream and Ice Cream Soda time is here. It always comes more popular than at any time of the tear, with the coining of spring, and there is nothing more delicious or fnvigorating for young and old than tiieir favorite ice cream, or popular candies, in giving residents of Decatur service that combines all these things, Messrs. Joseph & Lang, in their popular Second street candy kitchen, and ico cream parlor, have gone far out of their way iu making the place modern, sanitary and popular, and today they have one of the choicest lines of ice cream and soda water, all flavors and sundaes as well, candies, etc, all made and served in a most delicious manner. Their paries' is delightfully arranged, with comfortable tables uud scats, with prompt service, reasonable prices, and iu brief everything for the convenience of patrons. They serve none but the leading brands of ice crcaui. manufacture many leading brands and kinds of delicious candies, and have a place where young and old may come in and enjoy themselves, be refreshed, and have a good time, all at most reasonable prices. " 0 Schafer Hardware Company a Modern Retail Store Here i Developing from a substantial yet , unpretentious hardware store, established many years ago, into one of tlie foremost retail hardware stores. ; and one of tiie largest, in Indiana i today, the Schafer Hardware Store i stands out most prominently among i the retail establishments of the city, i with a stock of hardware, building i materials, paints, oils, varnish, inc- i chanfcs’ tools, farming implements, washing machines, automobile tires, tubes, aeecsorie.s, garden tools, harness, and hundreds of other useful articles that is most cuplete and widespread in its scope. The hardware business as promoted Hy this progres- 1 sivo firm has met with the general 1 approval of everyone. It is popular t with residents of Decatur because t their every want is filled in a satis- c factory manner, and likewise it is a c popular store with farmers, automo- ; Irilists, etc, who find there, anything' t they desire, and of a standardized t quality that is never excelled —and i lmt infrequently equalled. Courteous, i efficient management, reasonable pri- f cos and high grade goods have always c been the foundation of their success, 1 and we predict they will steadily con- c tinue growing and prospering for ; many years to come. t o —> — 1 C. H. Eizey Shoe Store Has Up-to- \ Date Line Here 11 i Mrs. C. H. Eizey, Prop. a I Wit li winter almost gone, and l spring, followed closely by summer, I a matter of but a short time awhy. t This naturally means changes in > wearing apparel, especially shoes, <■ and the average man and woman is desirous at this time especially of obtaining shoes or oxfords that please them and satisfy their personal requirements. In this respect, we wish to say a few most complimentary words for our well known and popular C. H. Eizey shoe store. This shoe l store has for a long time been oue of i

oiir iceogntzod Itadera, and today they have a large list of pleased pa-1 trons in alt parte of tho city and conn ty who buy shoes for thomsulvbs and number* of their families from Mrs. Eizey who la iu charge of the store. The stock consists of all leading brands Os high grade shoes und slippers, for men aud woman, buys und girls. They are ntudo for work or play, dres's rnd street wear, and every pair Is stylish, well made, und guaranteed to give satisfaction. Furthermore, they aro ail sold at most nominal prices, and those who buy from the Elezy shoe store nrc assured of entire satisfaction. ■ ■ Souders Auto Radiator Shop Fully Equipped The Wear and tear on automobiles especially in cold weather has its effect upon radiators as much if not more than on any part of the car or truck, and it is frequently necessary to have the radiator attended to for some cause or another. It is to fully comply with the requirements of a first class radiator repair shop aud UX give service of the finest kind that Hugh Souders has established the Souders Auto Radiator Repair Shop, at 211 N. First street, and today it is doubtful if there is a short anywhere similarly engaged in business that is better qualified to handle work of this kind. Mr. Souders has ull modern equipment and skilled mechanics who handle repairs, including everything from repairing to rebuilding, recoring and straightening radiators, aud all work is strictly guaranteed by the proprietor. He also has a splendid stock of new and used radiators of all sizes for sale, and in brief is on the job at all hours of the day to give drivers and owners service! and most reasonable prices. Their service is prompt, their prices reasonable, and everyone is more than pleased wnen they have their work done by Mr. Souders. oAlbert Acker, North Side Grocer and Leading Resident Supplying a large percentage of tlie grocery and maket wants of residents of the North Side, and enjoying a steadily increasing patronage throughout their territory at large, the popular grocery conducted at 937 North Second street, Decatur, stands out today as an example .of what can be achieved through paying striet attention to tho wants -wf-their patrons, and in giving satisfaction to customers, not only in high grade groceries, but iu giving them also courteous service, reasonable prices, and prompt service at all times. The Acker grocery at all times has ti splendid stock of fresli and staple Coteries, canned goods, provisions from the farm and wholesale itouses, vegetable, smoked meats, and scores of other tabic delicacies that are always highly appreciated. Mr. Acker is one of the residents of the North Side who is always wide awake and progressive, and who believes that the best way to boost a city is to satisfy those who reside therein. As a result of this popular sentiment and demand for ids goods, the Acker store lias become a recognized leader, and we are glad to highly recommend them to ali our readers and friends everywhere. Raymond Keller Has a Modern Jewelry Store Another of the old time stores of Decatur that has made a most satisfactory showing, and has advanced to meet advancing requirements of the times is the Keller Jewelry Store, of which Raymond Keller is proprietor. and which formerly was known as the Keller & Kowalski jewelry store. When Mr. Keller assumed active -management of the store, he revived many former ideas arid perfected lilans for greatly enlarging tlie usefulnosd*of the store, by adding lines of jewelry that represent the very best in this line, Including wathches, clocks, cut glass, china ware, rings, and scores of other articles, all of them very useful and all highly ornamental, adaptable for presents on all occasions, such as weddings, parties, souvenirs, etc. In addition, Mr. Keller lias an excellent jewelry and clock repair department, wherein all articles in these lines are repaired, adjusted and renewed at most reasonable prices, and in most satisfactory manner. Farmers and townspeople alike find delight iu trading here, because they always receive tho best, and are made at home in this progressive Decatur store. Elberson Service Station Sufficient For All Needs Nowhere in Indiana is there to be found a more up-to-date, thoroughly modern service station than the

j Elberson Strvlce Station, canipr south I Second and Jefferson streets, l’honu I 373. one of Decatur’* newer und finer business institutions, and today this popular establishment stands out most prominutcly us a real leader. Tho service station is contemplated to fill all accessory and' service wants both of tlie local automobile owners, ami tlie tourists trade which is rapidly Imcoming larger. They handle at ull times a complete line ot high grade gas, oils, greasgs, accessories of ull kinds, as well us high grade tires and tubes, having two trucks operating in country district* and supplying wholesale and retail trade with gusoline, lubricating oils and supplies. Day and night service is featured in such a I way tljey are constantly attendant 1 upon the wants and requirements of the trade, always have exactly what 1 is wanted, ami serve their patrons in a courteous, efficient manner (hat ' never leaves an after-effect that is anything but satisfactory. Standard tires and tubes ami accessories art l to be found there in any size, quantity . and reasonable price desired, aud I everything is guaranteed satisfactory. The management is always wide , awake, progressive and up-tVi-dute, and everyone is proud of their liLt , satisfactory work here. . o • Dr. C. V. Connell, Well Known Veterinary Surgeon , Springtime always brings nttmer- , ous aud varied diseases and much ' sickness among cattle, horses aud . other animals, as well as umong mem- ! hers of the human race, aud it bei hooves the fanner and stock raiser to i watch most carefully for any develop- ; ments that might start an epidemic •of some contagious character. IuI stinctively, when there is any indicat tion of sickness among hogs, cattle, • horses, sheep, cows, or other animals, the veterinary is called, and in working with farmers in this respect the well known Decatur veterinary, Dr. V. Cofmeli, has won a name for himself ihat is Known throughout all \ of Northern and Central Indiana. For Dr. Connell is readily recognized as one of the foremost veterinarians, : with many years of practical expert- , ence, which has followed his gradua- ■ tion and obtaining his state license to practice. Ho has a fully equipped i office, and all medical and surgical equipment to treat and administer to i all suffering animals and stock. He • is a genial, pleasing gentleman to meet , and work with, who is fully wrapped up in his good work, aud who hears , acquaintanceship readily aud is very popular. Wemhoff Monumental Works; An Enterprising Local Firm Established By Barney Wemhoff In 1872—Has Steadily Advanced Every day, people are becoming more and more attached to tho idea of beautifying cemeteries and public places by placing appropriate, if not imposing memorials over graves of departed loved ones, and in erecting monuments to those who have achieved noteworthy fame. Local cemeteries indicate this advance, and a local firm which has had a very Imortant hand in the worfc of creating and erecting /these monuments is Wemhoff Monumental Works, which for many years lias been the foremost monument established of Adas county. The work as developed by this enterprising firm has all the properties and advantages of skilled workmanship, practical suggestions, und an excellent line of monuments, markers, etc, of all sizes and descriptions. * Some of the most beautiful" monuments iu our local cemeteries, and many in other cemeteries, have been erected by the Wemhoff firm, and are everlasting in their beauty and attractive in design, engraving, etc; They can supply any demands, in imported and domestic marble, stone, granite, etc, and in every sense of the word form a most responsible firm - here. —~o — Decatur Laundry Maintains High Efficiency Standard Decatur is particularly fortunate to have' as one of the leading business establishments, the Decatur Steam Laundry, und from tlie manner in wiiicli the company’s business is steadily Increasing, people are showing their appreciation in h very liberal manner for what they have achieved. The Decatur Laundry is excellently OQulpped to handle laundry work of ail kinds, as well as dry cleaning, and other features of laundry work, such as rough dry family washings at nominal cost, high grade linen finishing, und other branches of work that are highly desirable. The laundry bus. been engaged in steady improvement j

DECATUR PRODUCE COMPANY ONE OF CITY'S LARGEST INSTITUTIONS

1 During tho punt few years, Ailuuts i 1 county lias developed spleudld facili- 1 ’ tics for thu handling und shipping at I ' wholesale of produce, eggs, and poul-) 1 try of ull kinds, live and dressed, und ( 1 much of tho credit for this develop- j 1 ment is due tlie Decatur Produce * Company, of which Hurry Moltz is the . 1 head. Ail immense plant, modern throughout, has beqn erected in South ; ’ Decatur by this company, and under I ' the able and efficient management of i 1 Ml Moltz has grown steadily and j 1 wonderfully advanced. The plant affords an unexcelled re-1 1 reiving and shipping point for produce '■ ( of ull kinds, including poultry, eggs, \ ’ and other items featured in the pro-! 1 date business. Their plant here is one j * of tho largest and most modern in j Indiana, with a capacity that is amply : adequate to meet ull demands for the ' present and the future for many years. ' In buying produce, the company always watches closely to accord their ’ shipper! and sellers highest market prices, and in this manner they always receive choice supplies. In handling produce, the company has men of experience ifi charge of tlie

WM. E. “SHINER" MOON MARES GOOD AS GENERAL CONTRACTOR

\ — A good many years ago, when but: ' a lud of sixteen years, Wm. E. Moon, j known tu the boys of those days and still called “Shiner,” took the notion j he wanted to leave Decatur, and, enthused over the “huge" salary-of , $2.50 per day, went to Marion and , other cities to follow carpentering, a trade he had learned in Decatur, and at which he was an expert. How- , ever, after a short time away from ■ Decatur, and the glamour of gas-boom days having worn off in the city, . Shiner returned to Decatur, and ; again took, up carpentering here. From working for others, Shiner determined to go into the general , contracting business for himself, and t started in to build up a reputation j and achieve experience along these lines. The result is that today he is ( known far and near as a general contractor who can and will erect the finest kinds of buildings, because he i puts every ounce of energy into his work; hires the most competent ’ workmen, and always gives his patrons service that, is appreciated and lasting in its standing, wherever it is done. Scores of important buildings, both in Adams county and elsewhere, have been erected by Mr. Moon, and these include school

DURKIN'S MODERN GARAGE A MODEL OF SALES AND SERVICE EFFICIENCY

The automobile and truck, tractor and other automotive means of conveyance have come to the rescue of business men and residents generally throughout the world, during the past few years, in a manner that is nothing short of amazing, and today it is one of the foremost industries and boons to humanity. Likewise, this wonderful work has been the direct means of according to various communities splendid new business establishments, which have wonderfully improved conditions and helped in every respect. Millions of dollars have been expended by progressive business men in erecting commodious buildings and arranging comfortable, , convenient quarters for drivers of cars. One of the most notoble of these business houses is the Durkin Modern Garage, but a short time ago erected on Second street, in an imposing, modern manner that is second (o none in the northern portion of Indiana, or elsewhere, and i 3 one that in every sense of the word meets present day requirements. Durkin's Modern Garage is indeed well named, for it lias every modern convenience. One of the chief feawork, both as regards their machinery and equipment, and their help and deliveries as well, and today patrons aro served promptly at very nominal cost, work is done in a high grade manner, and everyone is becoming more and more pleased with their efforts. Soft water is used exclusively in nil laundry work, and the dry cleaning is all done by tho latest and best process, it is indeed a source of pleasure to highly recommend the laundry, and to bespeak for them ever increasing patronage and good will. All work, both laundry and dry cleaning, is called for mid delivered promptly, and phone orders always receive j prompt attention. Phono 134 and the

< plant, who maintain a high standard j of efficiency and arc capable in every sense of the word of caring for the I large supplies received, likewise in I mulling shipments, which go to all j the large central markets ami produce (quarters of the country, principally to llie large eastern markets. The volume of business done by the i ! runs into many thousands of dollars leach month, und in rush seasons is I greatly increased. Hut however the i market, the company ueyer falls to ; produce best results, finest shipments j and pay best prices, tints enabling them to provide their buyers iu tut it j with high quality produce. Harry Moltz, who ts head of the j establishment, is one of Decatur's i well known business men, who encourages civic pride and attainment among employes, and gives best possible returns on every feature of their great work. It is an institution of the greatest value to the community surrounding Decatur, and one that everyone joins in bespeaking the greatest possible measure of success in all their undertakings, commercially and in a civic way.

buildings, churches, store room*, residences, and other places of a public and private nature. Largo and small, they all bear the invisible} yet predominant trade mark of Moou quality, and from the time his workmen start excavating until the last key is turned in the door and the job completed, everything is up to the highest possible standard. Although Mr. Moon does contracting work of all kinds, he does not neglect the smaller jobs, and job work is a specialty that always receives his prompt attention- This work is carefully done, in a neat and workmanlike manner, at prices that are always satisfactory. He is always glad to confer with prospective builders and cheerfully estimates tho cost of any job, no matter how lurge or small, and, once he undertakes the job, the completion in a satisfactory manner is assured. “Shiner" is a native of Decatur, who comes from a family of well known, reliable citizens, and who has grown up to a full appreciation of what Decatur and Decatur staudards mean. He is a reliable, enthusiastic booster for his home city, whose hand is always seen in any forward movement here.

r tures of the garage is their Dodge - sales and service. This means that f local people, and residents throughf out Adanm county, have at their t command the highest grade Dodge - service, likewise they can buy this t wonderful car here, and enjoy all the 1 conveniences it offers. The Dodge 3 has stepped out well in front in t medium priced cars, and there arc - scores of Dodge drivers in Adam* s county who attest the great value it - represents. This spring it is finer I and represents a bigger bargain in j automotive circles than ever before. 1 The Durkin garage, aside from i handling the Dodge, has all equip- . ment for efficient service, on this as [ well as all other cars and truck*. Their mechanical department is \ splendidly equipped, and modern. Expert mechanics are constantly in i charge. They have a splendid line • of all repair parts, for all make cars, - tires, tubes, repair parts, accessories, i oils, gas. overhauling, inspection of i batteries, etc., and in brief, it affords !; modern service enroute or at home, i day and night. it is today one of Decatur’s foremost retail business ! establishments, and one everyone is • | proud of in every sense of the word. 1 - , wagon will call. o — The “Great White Way” Motor vehicles in the United States used 68,000,000 miniature electric lamps lust year. Switzerland has 30.564 motor vehicles, or approximately 145 fewer ■ than the state of Wyoming. Comparative Motor Registration , Fagoting Popular Effective use is made of fagoted i bands in the frocks of voile and . georgette for sunuirr. It. is an in- . expensive trimming, but gives an ■ openwork that is very decorative, i ’ is easier to do that hemstitching. 1