Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 22, Number 276, Decatur, Adams County, 19 November 1924 — Page 5

I Local Briefs |

Mrs. .John Hocker, of were shoppers here this ■■Hrs. I’red Smith ami son. Lewis. HK.,. Hie day in Fort Wayne visitK friends ami relatives. .. , , smith ami Mrs. Charles |K n ,. Mailed friends at Fort Wayne afternoon. HL p Shanahan made a business Fori Wayne this morning. Slj ■]' Myers looked after business at Richmond today. H| s |. v" rt Mutschler spent the day |- ■ \>. ~yne the guest id' friendSB9jalm Lippincott, of Indianapolir s visitor Ip re tin- mm Shß M 1 Wayne (Jaunt, of east of tip was a shopper here this mmnMr- Ipurietta (Jerke. daughter. and son. Ben. of Root town■|lU, were shoppers here today. HH \ ... : Si heiman. of Preble town |M|i,p. was a business visitor here this fIH9 Mi Dan Falk and son. Charles. I I MU NYON’S PAW PAW PILLS for Constipation eDo not scour, gripe or weaken, but stimulate liver to normal activity, thus correcting constipation in a natural way. Munyon’s Paw Paw Tonic makes you well, keep* you Ij 'i- crc is Rope* 9 9K Ks-in guaranteed or money refunded L. Il SL El ■

I THE CORT I Tonight—Tomorrow “IN EVERY WOMANS LIFE” g First National Attraction with Virginia Valli, Stuart Holmes and several other stars. The strongest tale of love and adventure H that ever befell a woman. “PAGEING MONEY,” a good comedy. 10c 25c | o ■ ■ .. • r * H fnamcub ''■ ' I I 371 WAYS NOT TO DO IT AN expert figures there are 371 ways to, fail in business. Some people seem to try them all but NO failure has ever been caused by too much money in bank. The man who keeps his money > n t our Bank, keeps himself out oi our Bankrupt Courts. Bankv .Capital and Surplus^l2o,ooo. <

and daughter, Constance Mary, of 1 Peru, are the guests of Mrs. Falk's mother, Mrs. ('. L. Meibers, of north ■ Third street Mr. and Mrs. William Weber and family', of Preble, spent the after--1 noon here shopping Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Johnson re- ( turned to their heme at Toledo, Ohio this morning after spending several days here with relatives. Mrs. Anna Brodbeck. of east of the r city, visited friends here today. Mrs. Philip Heffner, of Monroe, was a shopper here this afternoon. Mrs. O. L. Walters, of east of the city, visited friends here this afternoon. Til’ Drawback t’ gittin' ole is that we're eternally mislaying our pipe, or teenth, or spectacles, an’ too often, we fergit our age. Madame Neuralgia. th’ clairvoyant who may be consulted at th' New Palace hotel, told Tell Binkley that th' Democratic party made a mistake when it nominated Charley Bryan. —Abe Martin, Indianapolis News. o— s ~— The Young Matron's Club will meet with Mrs. Ethel Bockman, Friday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. All members are urged to attend. Mrs. Sim Burk delightfully enter-' tained the members of the Psi lota Xi sororit.v last evening at her home on First Street. After the regular business bridge was played. Mrs. Burk I served delectable refreshments al the | conclusion of the games. The next ' meeting will be held witli Miss Mildred Butler. — f SEWER CONTRACT LET BY COUNCIL (Continued from Page One) i referred. The matter of repairing a cross- 1 ing on Patterson street was reported by William Gilbert and the matter re'ferred to tile street and sewer com-. mit tee. It was voted that the city purchase a Brandt cash register for use in Hie treasurer's office. Heretofore, tlie money received by the treasurer has been kept in a drawer and much inconvenience results when it comes to making change. The regular bills were allowed and the session adjourned.

DECATUR DAILY DEMOCRAT. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1921

CLUB CALENDAR Wednesday Farewell for Miss Esther Sellemeyer, by Fort Wayne Classes— He formed Church, 7:30 p. in. Catholic Ladles’ Social Club Bene fit Card Party and Dance —Knights of Columbus Hall. Pot Luck Supper for Members and Friends —Christian Church. Union Township Woman's Club— Mrs. Henry Lehrman. Shakespeare Club—Mrs. J. H. Heller, 1 p. m. Thursday Loyal Daughters 'Class of E. V. Church—Mrs. Lucile Stauffer. Dutiful Daughters Class of E. V. Church —Mrs. Felix Graber. Antioch Missionary Sewing Society —Mrs. William Hygema, all day. Root Township Home Economics Club Guest Party—Mrs. Sam Fuhr- # man. Bachelolr Maid Club—Mrs. Harry Fritzinger, 6:30 p. in. Annual Thangsgiving Dinner — Evangelical Churchh dinning room, 'll tol p. m. Annual Thanksgiving 2c supper— Evangelical Church Dining Room, .to 7 p. m. Annual Thanksgiving Dinner and 2c supper—Evangelical church dining room. 11 to 1 o’clock and 5 to 7 p. m. | Presbyterian Ladies’ Aid Society—--1 Mrs. E. G. Coverdale. Auction Bridge Club,—Mrs. E. W. Kampe, S p. ni. | Zion Lutheran Ladies’ Aid Society at School House, 3:30 p. m. " Friday I Young Matron’s Club— Mrs. Ethel Bockman, 2:30. | Philathea Class of Baptist S. S. —

—‘ | Mrs. R. S. Johnson. , i Pocahontas Dance and Pie Social I —Red Men Jiull. Ben Hur Thanksgiving Pot Luck Supper—Ben Hur Hall, after lodge. Luncheon Bridge Club —Mrs. L. H. Kleinhenz, 7:30 p. in. D. Y. B. Class of IT. B. ChurchMrs. Josephine Robinold. Saturday Christian Church Cafeterian Sup per—Church dinning room 5 to 7 o’clock. • i The League of Women Voters met at the Alfaros County Memorial Hospital Tuesday afternoon. During the afternoon the ladies made supplies and enjoyed a very fine program on the hills of Legislature, which will be voted upon in January. The child labor law. which the state of Indiana has been asked to ratify, was discussed. The law is for the protection of children up to eighteen years of age. A supply of beautiful scarfs ■ made by the disabled soldiers have been received and will be on display at the Library after the meeting of the Woman’s Club Monday night. These scarfs will make suitable Christmas gifts and the patronage of the public is solicited. All plans have been completed for the serving of the annual Thanks giving dinner by the Ladies' Aid Society of the Evangelical Church in the church dining room from eleven to one o'clock Thursday. The following menu will be served at noon I roast chfcken. noodles, mashed polaI toes, gravy, creamed peas, cold slaw, mulberry sauce, pickles, jelly, bread butter, coffee and pie. Tickets for the dinner may be obtained from any [member or at the door for fifty cents. |From five to seven o’clock a two cent I supper will !><■ served of chicken pie, 'sweet potatoes, gravy, cold slaw, eranjberry sauce, baked beans, potato salad, cottage cheese, fruit salad, sandwiches, pie, cake, and coffee. The jliberal patronage of the public is solicited. * o Bernard Tonnelier. of Washington township, looked after business interests here today. ' I ~ ' ILlflO MBBII I I

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kelly, of Geneva, entertained at dinner Sunday in honor of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Chrisman, of Denton. Neb. Other guests present were Mr. and Mrs. , - .. . - - -- CASCARA# QUININE - 1 1 | TRY DAWSON’S B I VIUNA TONIC I For Stomach. Liver, ss Kidneys, Blood, gl ' Rheumatism. f- ■ Price SI.OO Per Bottle j | Callow & Kohne i ■Si

Suggestions To Water Customers Meters Water Closets and Faucets Water , closets and faucets should be examined Water meters are furnished by the Water De- . t r . ~. .. , , • tn keen the frequently in order to keep the consumption of water partment but the consumer is requited to Keep tnt surroundings of the meter clean, dry and of easy ac- on a normal basis. After a closet has been flushed cess and protect the same from freezing. AH damage ( ank j s filled, there should be no movement done the meter bv freezing or by hot water poured , i i i i «k is diuroed to of tbe water tn the bowl; i( (here is, water is wasting on or forced back through the meter is charged to the consumer. _ into the sewer. By holding a piece of paper or card4‘ROTECT YOUR METER TODAY. board against the rear portion of the bowl, a flow may be detected which an ordinary examination Frozen Pipes and Meters w "“ ld n< " — — ; STOP ALL LEAKS PROMPTLY as “a waste of water If pipes are frozen they may be (hawed in some * s *' " as * e °* monev. cases by wrapping cloths around them and pouring IT Frx QltllF Off hot water on. If there is a bad case of frozen pipes or 11OW LU OIIUI V/11 VV Cl ICI if a house is to be closed for the winter it is best to secure the services of a competent plumber. The “shut off” known as the stop and wasle. Do not pour hot water on the meter; do not build a where the pipes enter the basement is your immedifire on the meter as it will ruin the rubber piston and a ( v protection in the event of a burst pipe or meter celluloid register. In case of a frozen meter call this . |||( | fw (h(i p||| , p(WC o( shutting oil and draining department before the same thaws out and causes a . . .. ~<■ damage to your property and a waste of water. tlw house p.pes where ami when theie is dangt. of freezing; it should he easy of access and in good con* Sill Cocks for Sprinkling ,n basements it is covered with coal or — j t i s i n .s U ch bad condition that it cannot be turned. Sill cocks or house faucets on the side of the j-] K> man o f the house should see that the stop and house should be shut off in the basement before o|(|( , r an(| |hat (hc fdkh , lt h ome freezing weather and when this is done, the faucet ' " . ■ n should be opened so as to admit air. which will cause know how to operate it. Io > nit <> tun ian< cso the water to run out al the stop and waste in the yuit it is at right angle with the pipe, one-quarter basement. This procedure should be followed when h|ni , ( . w|i( , d va | ve h|rn (o jig|lt un(H it is desired to drain the house pipes. Air must be admitted at the top to force the water out below. ly closed. Tests of city water are furnished the State Board oi Health and hieir analysis and repoi t is on file in the office oi the City C lerk for you. inspection. For further information or for any ser- Y c are living Io make your vvatei service call WATER DEPARTMENT, vice as near perfection as possible City Building, Phone 225. • and your cooperation is solicited. b a - City Water Dept. George Krick * * J. L. Kocher x ORVAL HARRUFF, Supt.

Riley Chrisman, of this city, Mr. uud Mrs. George Fare), of Ceylon. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Lewis, of Geneva, Mr. j and Mrs. Alton Purdy, of this city,]

You’ll hear about John T. Myers Co. Boy’s Z'-*0 O’coats anyway--- so we o might as well tell you ® now! * xi: A John T. Myers Co. Boys O'coat is like a player piano—if there is one in your block—you'll know it. -•)lAZ* !a *s kast Friday afternoon we sold 2 of these (’ 4 1 coats in Decatur homes—and it wasn't ten o’clock Saturday morning iftfore we had two Zr > ’ »2<3ax telephone calls and three personal calls asking if 3 we really were selling coats like that at $15.00. - 13 Are we? Just look for yourself! (' F • We not only have the coats at sls but by ‘i 1 * v comparison with anything at S2O you’ll think “ '~ >l ft-’ - that ever . v other boys seller is holding you | up when in reality the fault is all ours for keep- ■ W& —■ ) ing the price down! * •*/ I. B. Ades & Son Boys O’coats / f° r Thanksgiving I d’dfd $6.50, $11.50, $15.00 *“ SIB.OO \ j j/ ce them before you decide. : fefuL'T-Ay&cbGo J BETTER CLOTHES FOR LESS J MONEY-ALWAYS—-•DECATUR* INDIANA*®

Mr. uud Mia. William Chrisman, of Geneva. Joe Chrisman, Virgil and I Jim Kelly, of Geneva.

The members of the Degree team of the Pocahontas Lodge are urged to meet Friday evening at 7:15 o’cloc k for practice;