Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 25, Number 66, Decatur, Adams County, 18 March 1927 — Page 1

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OfSTRUGTION IS LEFT 111 PATH OF terrific winds Manv Persons Are Injured In Twister That Kills 20 Persons In Arkansas HOUSES SW E P T i H PROM FOUNDATIONS Little Bock. Ark., Mar. 18. U nited Press) The death toll of a terrific cyclone that wrought destruction near Benton. Arkansas late last night, rose Io 12 today as rescue workers went from house to house through the devastated area, seeking out Hie dead and injuri At least 35 mote have been seriously I or slightly injured and have been taken to the hospitals in benton and , surrounding towns. Telephone and telegraph lines and ! the storm-ravaged area were blown down and the . niy information available here today came from the resell- | ers who are making a canvas of the district and administering to the vic- [ tints. Dozens lost their homes and bes longings as the death dealing cone ' swept houses along with it and uproot- [ ed trees. 0 ——■ Plans Made For Van Wert Fair In September Van Wert. Ohio, Mar. IS. — The board of directors of the Van Wert County Agricultural Society was in i session yesterday for the purpose of completing the plans for the fair to be held the week of September 5,6, , 7, S and 9. Plans are bqjng made for repairing two of the horse barns and for building crushed stone ntidways so as to make It possible for fair patrons to go ahnut in case of heavy tainfall. For class premiums $7700 has been set'aside and for races $4500. The race program has not been completed but will doubtless provide races for free-for-all pacers and trotters. J A. Zel'ar. foreman at the fair grounds since March. 1917, has been, employed for another year. —— —-o Thieves Steal Jewels From Fashionable Hotel Chicago, March 18—(United Press) -Jewel thieves stole $60,000 in dia-m-nds from the vaults of the f tsh'ionahle i ongress Hotel here, police re'caled today. Sunday authorities have kept , 'he loss secret while New York and fhieago detectives investigated. “Soiletv theives, ’ are being sought, de'ective headquarters announced. The gems belonged to Adolph Lnthy 311,1 com Pany, importers, New York. MISSISSIPPI GOVERNOR DIES Loses Long attle \\ ith Blood Poisoning Early Today P r t kBOn ' Miss ” Mareh TB.—(United M . , . G ° V ' Henry L - Whitfield of 1 e K 8 ??' diP< ’ eaHy today aftPr “ attle with blood poisoning. scinn g ° VernOr lapse ‘> J 'T 3 at no °n Thursday, shortly X rites i Wh ch he asked ,hat his flowed V”V hat fr,endS Send his n>u- He aBO re< iuested that and ti I \ ai ' y Staff aCt as pall hearers LJ m the state be draped “round his casket. his ro^ 3 ' ' Pen sinkin 8 rapidly since orutehe here frOm Men tPhis on leg Waa S Several months ago. His left Pital in amputate< l a t a Memphis hosof ‘he poiso^ 011 t 0 CheCk the Bpread

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Set Dearth Case For Hearing On Saturday Indianapolis, Ind., March 18.—(United I’tess) —Judge Harry Chamberlain in the Marlon county circuit court today set 10 A. M. Saturday for hearing demurrers on the petition to mandate Governor Jackson to name a successor to Judge Clarence Dearth of Muncie. The healing was set for Saturday on petition of Frederick Can Nuys,' attorney for Judge Dearth, who sought action in the mandamus case before the senate impeachment rtial of Judge Deal th opens Monday. TO TAKE VOTE ON DAYLIGHT SAVING; Daily Democrat To Get Public Opinion On Question In This City Do you favor the daylight saving | plan? • . | On account of the interest and dif-| ference of opinion on this question. ’ •<he Daily Democrat, in endeavoring to render a public service, will publish a ballot asking .its readers to expiess their opinion on the question. The ballot appears for the first time in tonight’s paper and will be published again on Saturday and Monday evening. Readers of this paper are invited to vote their sentiments on the question, by checking in the space. “Yes" or “No" and mail or bring the coupon to the Daily i-Kmiwrat office lUis requested. that you s'gn your name. This request is made so that no attempt will be made to “pad" the vote either way and to give as far as possible, a corrent expression of public sentiment on the daylight saving plan. The names of those who vote will not be published and will be held in strict confidence by the editor. The matter of adopting daylight saving time was brought, up at the council meeting Tuesday evening by representatives of employes’ association of local factories, they petitioning the council to adopt the plan. The Daily Democrat is not. however, trying to govern any action on the question through the results of the vote, but merely wishes to render a , service to its readers by giving them the opportunity to express their opinion on the question. All ballots are to be in the hands | of contest editor not later than 8:30 n. m„ Tuesday. March 22. and the f’nal resu’ts will be printed in Tuesday’s paper. o BASKETBALL FANS CALL FOR SCORES Daily Democrat Receives 1,870 Calls Between Noon And 1 O’clock With the hearty cooperation of the Citizen’s Telephone comnany of this city, the Decatur Dally Democrat answered a total of 1.300 telephone calls between 12 and 1 o,clock today and seeveral hundred from 1 o’clock to press time. The telephone operators have been assisting the Democrat in answering tournament calls. It is the desire of this office to give information to all fans interested and you are welcome to call 1,000 for any information concerning the state tournament and the National Catholic tourney. The Telephone company answered 1,870 calls at the noon hour. Merger Os Henry Ford Railroads Is Disapproved Washington, March 18. — (United p r(?ss )__The Henry Ford railroad merger involving consolidation of the Detroit and Ironton railroad with the Detroit. Toledo and Ironton railroad, and the Toledo-Detroit railroad, was disapproved today by tho interstate commerce commission.

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INDIANA HIGH SCHOOL CAGING CLASSIC OPENS Bedford, Central Os Fort Wayne And Muncie Win First Three Games B E I) F O R 1) WINS IN SPIRITED RALLY Bulletin Indianapolis. Mar. 18—(United Press) —Kendallville defeated Greencastle in the first game jof the afternoon in the state high school basketball tournai inent being played here, 22-18. Prentice, floor guard, starred for Kendallville, scoring 13 of his team’s 22 points. Greencastle led at the half, 16-13. Frankfort, 37; Waldron. 31. I Indianapolis, Mar. 18. -(I nitjed Press) Three teams. Bedford. Central of Fort Wayne and Muncie, advanced to the second round of the stale high school basketball tournament here today as a result of morning games at the exposition building. Bedford, coming back with a whirlwind finish after being led throughout the first, half by Central of Evansville, scored a narrow victory, 26-25 in the curtain raiser of the scholastic classic. Centrsf of Pnrt Wayee gave the dope pail its first wallqp by outsmarting Washington in a defensive battle, 22-19. The northerners came back with a rush in the second period after Washington had assumed a 7-6 lead at Half time and counted the points necessary for victory. Muncie found Sharpsville a little tougher than expected but managed to amass a 7 point pargin of victory to win. 29-22. The victors led at half. 17-8. Central Beats Washington Indianapolis, Ind., Mar. 18. —(United Press)—Central of Fort Wayne defeated the Washington Hatchets in the second game of the state high school basketball tourney today 22-19. (CONTINUED ON PAGE KIGHT) O REV.LUCKEY ■ WRITES BOOK Former Decatur Citizen Is Author Os Interesting New Publication “Whence comest thou? Whether goest Thou?" is the title of a new book from the presses of the Stratford Company. Boston publishers, written by Rev. Leonard W. A. Luckey. Ph.D. formerly of this city. The book is so arranged as to give one an actual “'cok in" upon the doings of < the World’s scientists and believers and is written in such a plain and practical style that it is not to be wondered at that it is receiving so many splendid reviews. Rev. Luckey believes in the imortality of the soul and, In an understandable manner, proves his position. He stands firmly for the love of law and of freedom and shows the liberality of conscience that is so badly needed in this country just now. Written in a style that commands your attention, you soon become so interested that you do not wish to cease reading until you have read the final “And Life in Death, the recompense forever shall endure.” Rev. Luckey, it will be remembered replied to a request for funds with which to beautify the local court house year, by suscribing the entire amount asked for. He is a native of, this county, was pastor of the Presbyterian church in Indianapolis for a number of years and, for some time, has had charge of a pastorate in New York City.

Decatur, Indiana, Friday, March 18, 1927.

Flowers Blooming In Yard At Bowers’ Home In This City Mis. John Bowers, of this city, called the Dally Democrat office at naon today, with pioof that summer is knocking at the d >or of Adams county. Mrs. Howers reported that she found several flowers blooming in the yard | of the Bowers’ residence, on North First Street. o DEFENDANT WINS SHOAF WILL CASE Jury Reaches Verdict At 9 O’clock Thursday Night; $20,000 Estate Involved The Jury in the case of Ambrose Shoaf vs. William Shoaf and others, a suit to set aside the will of Joe Shoaf, late of Kirkland township, returned a vertict in favor of the defendant. Thurs. night after deliberating about three and cne-half hours. The jury began its deliberation about 5:30 o’clock and reached a verdict at 9 o'clock. The verdict was read in court last night. The value of the estate involved in the suit is approximately $20,000. The plaintiff in the suit alleged that the decedent was of unsound mind when the will was executed and that it was procured by undue influence.. The case went on trial a week ago last Monday. * ENTIRE FORENOON SPENT IN PRAYER Long Prayer Service Held At U. B. Church; Much Scripture Being Read Prayer services began at the United Brethren church this morning at 6:30 o’clock and continued until 11:30 o'clock. Those who attended found the- service a great help to them. The need of the evangelistic singer. Mr. Dean McGrew, and the pastor, Rev. Mr. Smith, is more prayer to God to send the revival, and for folk to get in the relationship with God that He can use them for his work. , A full house listened last night to the message on the Grace of God. based on the text found in Isaiah 43:25. “I am he that blotteth out thy transgressions for mine own sake, and will not remember thy sins." The music was good last n ; gh', and the solo of Mr. McGrew was appreciated. The Scripture reading contest is going nicely and, already, over onethird of the goal has been read. Folks are reading into the thousands of verses a day and this is proving very helpful. There will be services tonight and also Saturday night and great plans are being made for the Sunday services. The Rev. E. P. White, of Bobo who was unable to be present last night, has promised to be present Saturday night. It is hoped that Rev. and Mrs. Myres will be able to be present tonight. The Juniors met this afternoon for a special childrens meeting and Mr. McGrew had charge. o Funeral For John Johns Held Today Funeral services were held this morning for John Johns, Decatur resident who died Wednesday morning at the home of his son Herman, at Roanoke, Indiana. Services were held at St. Mary’s Catholic church at 9 o’clock this morning.'Burial was made in St. Joseph’s cemetery. Those who attended the funeral from a distance where Herman Johns and family, of Roanoke; Roman Johns, ‘ of Fort Wayne; Mr. and Mrs. Peter Schafer, of Fort Wayne; Harry Hart, Montpelier, Indiana; Mrs. August Freese, Jr. of Fort Wayne; and John Moran, of Defiance, Ohio.

MRS. SCHOLL ARRESTED BY GARY POLICE I Wife Os Man Who Confessed He Killed His Children, Held For Questioning VICTIMS BURIED THIS MORNING Gary, Ind* Mar. 18—(United Press) Mrs. Margaret Scholl, who Thursday told her husband, Walter Scroll, that he should ptiy with his life lor the murder of his two children, today was herself arrested by Gary police as she returned from the funeral of the slain boy and girl. She was ordered held on an open charge by William A. Forbis, police chief, for investigation as a result of her admission at the coroner's inquest that she bad talked with Scholl in Chicago last Tuesday. The conversation took place after Scholl had killed his two children and police were hunting for him. Scholl, who was taken to the county jail at. Crown Point, after the inquest, was not permitted to attend the funeral of h:s two children, today. The rites for the children were held this morning at the Holy Angles’ church and burial was in the Calvary cemetery here. I ~————y>— —— Gov. Jackson And Wife Are Guests At Purdue Lafayette, Ind., March 18. — (United Press)— Governor and Mrs. Ed. Jackson, and Adjutant General and Mrs. William Kershner were guests of Purdue University last night at the Seventh Annual Military Carnival of the Purdue reserve officers training corps. Every Purdue student enrolled in the R. O. T. C. took part in the drills, formations and stunts which featured the evening program. The program was presented under the direction of Major McNair, head of the Department of Military Training. SEWING CLUB TO BE ORGANIZED — Farm Girls In County To Be Organized; Decatur Firms To Give Premiums Plans for the girls’ sewing club work to be conducted in Adams County this year have just been announced by L. M. Busche. county agent. Although begun last year, this type of 4-H club work proved very popular. Four clubs were in operation last year, one in St. Marys township, two in Root and one in Union and Root combined. The 30 girls who finished last year did very creditable work, as those who saw their county exhibit at the Fair will testify. The Peoples Restaurant and the Niblick Company are financially supporting the work this year. In accordance with the plan of sewing club work as set forth by the state club department. 5' or more girls of 10 to 18 years of age may form a club. Each club has a “leader", usually an adult, who meets with them and guides the work. Preceding the opening of the work this year Miss Mae Masten, of the state club department, will meet with the leaders and go over the plan of work the girls will follow. Leaders are furnished detailed outlines to be followed during the sumi mer. The clubs meet periodically and receive instructions, as well as enjoy social meetings. Certain work is to be completed by each of the girls. In the first year work for girls who have had practically no sewing experience, they are to make (CONTINUED ON PAGE TWO)

j New Warrant Sworn Out For Dr. Frederick Cook Cleveland, Ohio, Mar. 18. —(United Press) —A bench warrant for Dr. Frederick A. Cook was sworn out here today by U. S. Attorney A. Fl. Bernsteen. This was the first step toward forcing his return here to stand trial for mail fraud. Simultaneously, Bernsteen notified | Warden T. B. White at Leavenworth I federal penitentiary to hold o('ok tor U. S. authorities at Cleveland. As the indictments against the arctic explorer, physician and questionable oil stock promoter, were voted in 1923. ROTARIANS HOLD IRISH PROGRAM Attorney Frank M. Hogan, Os Fort Wayne, Gives Interesting Address .Irish wit, humor and eloquence were moulded together in the St. Patrick’s Day address delivered by Attorney Frank M. Hogan, of Fort Wayne, at the regular luncheon meeting of the Rotary club held at the K. cf C. hall last evening. Mr. Hogan delivered an instructive on Irish history and government He paid a loving tribute to St. Patrick idol of the Irish and noble fighter for the Christian religion, and stated that there are 364 days in the year when the Irish can be lambasted and joked but St. Patrick's day is the Irishman’s day and on this one day no Dishman or son,of Ireland hesitates to laud the praises of the sons of Erin and the beauties of Emerald Isle". St. Patrick’s day was truly the day for the Irish. Beautiful legends about St. Patrick were recited by the speaker and the early history and struggles of the people cf Ireland were given in an interesting way. He told of the Irish peoples' fight for self government and how the little Isle led in music, literature and sculpture. Ortoriial ability is another accomplishment with most Irishmen are are gifted. Today the Irish government is one of the most substantial in Europe, The national debt is only $66,000,000 and working conditions ate greatly improved in Ireland. Henry Foul has a plant in Dublin which employs more than 2,000 people. Tlje progtam was in charge of M. J. Mylott who introduced the speaker and presided as toastmaster. Ira Fuhrman, insurance agent, was presented as a new member of the club. “SAPIRO PLAN” IS EXPLAINED Sen. Reed Continues Opening Statement In FordSapiro Libel Suit — Courtroom, Detroit, Mich., Mar. 18. —(United Press)—Sen. James A. Reed, continuing his opening statement in the Ford-Sapiro libel suit, today charged Aaron Sapiro collected $299,950 in organization and counsel fees from eight of the more than SIOO Farmers’ Cooperative Marketing Associations organized under the “Sapiro Plan.” Reed promised to prove that the tri-state tobacco association alone paid Sapiro $122,000 in counsel and organization fees. He charged that a manager, allegedly forced by Sapiro on the Carolina peanut growers, involved the association in litigation and Sapiro collected $35,000 for untangling it, in addition to a $5,000 organization fee. Rev. C. G. Reynolds Visits In Decatur The Rev. C. G. Reynolds, of Elizabeth, N. J. Governor Chaplain of Staten Island hospital visited Mr and Mrs. F. V. Mills, in this city, yesterday. Rev. ' Reynolds stated that he has under his ' care 900 disabled soldiers. Rev Reynolds is well-known in this city.

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DECATUR TEAM SURVIVES FIRST GAME IN TOURNEY Commodores Score 27-18 Victory In National Catholic Basketball Meet MEET BAY ST. LOUIS TEAM SATURDAY A. M. ——..— Scores of Today’s Games Calvart Hall, Baltimore, Md. 31; Elder, Cincinnati, 0., 30 (double overtime.) St. Stanislaus, Bay St. Louis, Miss., 33; Salesianum, Wilmington Del., 29. Decatur, Ind., 27; St. Joseph, I Oklanoma City, Okla., 18. Roman Catholic, Philadelphia, 27; Spaulding Institute, Peoria, 111., 10. Loyala Gymnasium, Chicago, Mar. 18. — (U. P.) — Catholic high school of Decatur, Ind., had an easy time defeating St. .Joseph high, of Oklahoma City, Okla., in a first round game in the national Catholic interscholastic basketball tournament here today. The score was 27 to 18. Decatur took an early lead and led 12 to 4at half time. In the second half, the Oklahoma City team spurted, but Hoosiers started peppering the basket and retained lead throughout. Line-up: Decatur (27) GF FT PF Mwrs rs ® • E. Mylo’t. rlf 10 3 Miller, If p p 1 A. Wemhoff, <■ - * B. Wemhoff, c . <> 0 - Smith, rg 1 0 J. Mylott, Ig 2 0 4 Sorg, Ig . 0 1 0 Total 12 3 11 Oklahoma City (18) FG FT PF Askew, rs • 1 p 1 Lomassey, If Tobin, e . 0. 0 Buxton, c — ® ® • Buchanan, rg 11 “ Medley, rg KoocK, ig 2 " Total 6*B Referee, Griffin; Umpire. Crown. Calvart Hall Wins Thriller. Chicago, March 18—(United Press) —Calvert Hall of Baltimore, Md., won a thrilling first round victory in the national Catholic interscholastic basketball tournament here today by defeating Elder high school of Cincinnati, 31-30. The game went two fiveminute overtime periods. The score was tied, 21-21, at the end of the official game. After the first overtime period it was knotted at 27-27, and Calvert Hall nosed out the Buckeye team in the final period. St. Stanislaus high school, Bay St. Louis, Miss., defeated the Salesianun high school bask,e ! iball team from Wilmington, Del., 33-29. COLORED CHOIR TO APPEAR HERE Pastor Os Colored Baptist Church liifort Wayne To Preach Here, Also For a number of weeks, the Baptist church has looked forward to the service next Sunday evening. The pastor and choir of fifteen voices from the Olivet Colored Baptist church of Foit Wayne will be present and conduct the service of worship and evangelism. This choir is noted for excellent music and Rev. Mr. 1 ugh, the pastor, is a brilliant young man. He will bring the message. These people come without even asking that their expense be borne, but ■ an offering will be received, as this church is accustomed, and the amount • will be given to them to help defray • their expense. The service will be- . gin at 7 o'clock. Sunday evening. March 27 the sterei optican will be used, the pictures re- • vealing some work being done by the gospel in other lands.

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