Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 25, Number 170, Decatur, Adams County, 20 July 1927 — Page 1

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CONTRACT IS LET f(R WINCHESTER STREET PAVING KAlu i S°" ders: Natural Rock Asphalt Material Chosen OTHER BUSINESS 01 before COUNCIL The citv council in regular cetsion last night, awarded the contract for resurfacing JV inehester street to Phil L. Macklin and Son, of this city, on their bid of $5,859.84 for natural rock asphalt. i i • i The old street bed and brick pavement will be retained and the asphalt material placed over Hie brick Macklin and Sou's bid was $1.12 per square yard, which, figured down Io tost per foot, is equal to about $1.87 Per lineal foot or apprMimately $125 for a 66-foot lot. Other bids tiled on the improvement included Ray L. Harris. $7,586.W; Yost Bros., $7,743.20; E. L. Carroll and Son. $7,743.36, all for Kyrock rock asphalt wearing surface; Midwest Asphalt Parring company. $9.MDM for sheet asphalt; Julius Haugh. $13,354 30; Keefer and Kreig, 113.153 S 4. for brick. No bids were Sled for concrete. The street will be Improved from ike intersection of Second and Adams ntreets, south to the Nickel Plate railroad crossing. Property owners have ten days in which to file objections against the kind of material-selected by the council. If no objections are lied at that time, the street and sewer committee will enter into contmet with the contractor for the improvement of the street. Street Light Matters Plans for ihe ornamental street lights on North Second street were lied and approved and the clerk was ordered to give notice to bidders of receiving bids on August 2. The preliminary assessment roll on the Monroe street lights was filed by Engineer Orval Harrtiff. Between the River bridge, west to Third street, where the larger type posts were used, the assessment figured 53 cents Per foot. Between Third and Eighth •treets. the assessment gttred .2684 Per front foot or $17.11 for a 66-foot lot. The petition of J. B. Brtinnegraff and others tor a street light on West Madison street, west of Sixteenth street, was filed and referred to the •reel and sewer commi'tee. The petition of E. L. Carroll and others for an overhead electric signal light at Fiv e Points, similar to the °®e in use at the corner of Second and Monroe n'reets, was referred to the electric light committee. Objection Is Filed JLhJ? rroll and A J Smith fi,ed ICOXTIM KU UN PAG*] TWO* MIES FALK DIES AT PERU Son Os Mr. And Mrs. Dan ralk Dies Tuesday Night At Age Os 6 Years paries Falk, 6, son of Mr. and Mrs. ” Falk, of Peru, former Decatur es dents. died at the home of his at 10 o'clock last night. Death a*? U * t 0 sl ’B ar diabetis, from which la ' ! * )een sufferln K for some Charles Falk was born in 1921. He ‘’“rvlved by his father and mother fath 1 B ' Bter ’ Constance. His grander - J. S. Falk, of this city, and .. ( s. randmother - Mr »- Tillie Meibers. I lhl! city, also survive. city Th o<iy wlll be brought to this t 0 tv urs(ia y afternoon and taken 0 , ° me ihe grandmother, Mrs. iNnerai i bWB, on Th,rd B,reet - The JI lry *'** be held Friday at the St. will. atbo "c church and burlnal t W y ma(Se ‘ n the St. Joseph ceme-

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Wheat Thrashing Is Begun In Adams County Thrashing of wheat lias started in Adams county and farmers are busy with the havest. Several farmers stalled to thresh this week. Among those who thrashed yesterday were James Anderson, living on the Park View farm, east of the city. The wheat yielded 37bushels to the acre, or a total of 863 bushels for the 23 acres. Farmers who have had better yields are asked to send the total to the Daily Democrat office. F. M. FARR DIES OF PARALYSIS

Decatur Man Dies At Hos pita! Koilowing Stroke Suffered Few Days Ago Francis M. Farr, 71, of this city, died at the Adams County Memorial hospital early last evening, following a stroke of paralysis suffered a few days ago. The stroke was his third attack and, coupled with his advanced age, Mr. Farr was not able to recover. Francis Marion Farr was born November 25, 1855. in Grant county, Indiana. He had lived in Decatur since 1915. In September. 1925, Mr. Farr suffered his first stroke of paralysis, from which he never completely recovered. However, he enjoyed fairly good health until the fatal stroke, recently. Surviving Mr. Farr are the son, B. R. Farr, of this city, and two grandchildren, Doland Farr and Helen Farr Ku.iu.di, -both of Decatur.-Two brothers, Ezra Farr, of Montpelier, and Van D. Farr, of Marion also survive. The body was removed this morning to the Shawley funeral chapel on South Washington street, Marion, from which place the funeral services will he held Thursday afternoon. Burial will take place in the Howe cemetery, three miles east of the Soldiers’ Home near Marion. 0 Englishman Forced To Delay Trans-Atlantic Hop Calshot Airdrome, Southampton, Eng., July 20. — (UP)- A poorly functioning wireless apparatus today prevented Captain Frank T. Courtney, British commercial air pilot, from starting his proposed flight to New York. 'Die takeoff had been scheduled for noon today but a test flight at 8 a. m. disclosed a defective wireless and the necessity of engine adjustments. “I am unable to start today,” Courtney told the United Press. “Perhaps I may go tomorrow.” The British flier will take with him two companions. Flight Lieutenant F. W. M. Downer will be relief pilot and R. F. Little will he taken along as engineer. Plans call for two stops to refuel, the first at Valentia, Ireland, and the second 1,900 miles across the Atlantic near St. John’s, Newfoundalnd. .. o Disappearance Os Warsaw Man May Be Solved Soon Gary, July 80.—(UP)—The mysterious disappearance of Franklin Tucker, Warsaw, Indiana cigar store clerk may be cleared through discovery of a body in underbrush near here last night * Kosciusko county authorities at Warsaw planned today to take clothing found on the body to three Elkhart men in jail here and at Columbia City accused in grand jury indictments of first degree murder in connection with the Tucker disappearance. o — Mrs. William Roop Hurt In Fall Down Stairs Mrs. William Roop, of Blue Creek township, had the misfortune of falling down stairs at her home this morning. Mrs. Roop was taken to a physician at Berne for examination and was found to be quite seriously injured. Mrs. Roop is the mother of Dan Roop ' of south of the city.

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KING FERDINAND DIES EARLY TODAY Loses Long Fight Against Cancer; Dies In Queen Marie’s Arms Bucharest. July 20. —(UP) —Ferdinand of Roumania, his body wasted by his months-long fight against the inroads of cancer, died at 2:15 a. m. today in the arms of his wife, Queen Marie. Two of his children, Prince Nicholas and Princess Ileana, were at the bedside almost continually during the last state of the king's prolonged illness. Prince Carol, who renounced his rights of succession, was reported on a motor trip from Paris. The monarch's grandson. Crown Prince Michael, son of Carol and Princess Helen of Greece, knelt near the king as death came. In addition to Queen Marie of Roumania, Queen Marie of Jugo-Slavia ami ex-queen Elizabeih of Greece also were at the bedside. Nation In Mourning News of King Ferdinand’s death swept over Roumania and at once the nation displayed its mouring crepe. Order was maintained throughout the country. All measures were taken for transfer of royal privileges to the regency. The new regents will take thfr oath of office this afternoon 1 in the following order: Prince Nicholas; Mgr. Niron Cristea, patriarch of Roumania; M. Buzdugan, president of the court of cessation. The fate of Ferdinand of Roumania was to govern a kingdom in the Balkans during the most turbulent and uncertain years of modern history. He came to the throne Oct. 11. 1914, a little more than tw’o months after Europe’s armies began moving in the greatest war in history. He was accompanied by the beautiful woman known throughout the world now as Marie of Roumania an English princess who slipped into the intrigue of southeastern European politics so whole heartedly that her will finally became one of the determining sac(COVIXIED ON PAGE TWO) —o

WILL CONSTRUCT SERVICE STATION A. N. Anker To Build Gasoline Station And Magazine Shop On His Property A. N. Anker, who recently sold his cigar and magazine store on South Second street to John Baker announced today that he would construct a gasoline service station and magazine shop on his property at the corner of Adams and’ Winchester streets. The new station will be open to the public in about four weeks. Mr. Anker stated that Fred Linn, contractor of this city, would construct the building, which will be 25 feet long and extend 12 feet from the house. A double drive way 25 feet will go through the yard from Adams street to Winchester street, making the station available from both streets In connection with service station, Mr. Anker will continue to sell all the popular magazines, he stated, and he will also handle ice-cream and soft drinks in the newly constructed building. Mr. Anker has not yet. decided what gasoline he will handle, but he will complete a contract with one of the large refining companies today or tomorrow, and will then announce what gasoline line of olDs he will handle. A complete line of oils and gasoline will he handled throughout the year and the current issues of all magazines will be carried. Construction of the building and driveway will start at once. Other services such as a crankcase drain and free water service for cars also will be installed.

Decatur, Indiana, Wednesday, July 20, 1927.

In Peril ' * J Wk " j|k .A wk. •j J* Ignatiz Seipel, priest-chancel-lor of Austria, is being guarded Io prevent him from being assassinated or captured by mob elements struggling for control of Vienna. WATSONTOBACK SEN. ROBINSON

Senior Senator To Support His Companion For ReElection In 1928 Indianapolis, July 20. —(UP) —Senator James E. Watson today emerged from a conference with republican leaders at the Claypool hotel, committed to supporting Senator Arthur R Robinson for re-election in 1928. This was the important development to come out of the two-day political gathering occasioned by the convention of the Tri-S:ate Postmasters Association here. Postmaster General Harry S. New, who talked over the situation with his friends at the Columbia club at the same time had no announcement to make. Watson, after his meeting, told postmasters that he though Robinson deserved support for renoinination. At the same time New's followers were giving opposite advices without mentioning anyone else for a candidate. o Reductions In Farm Valuations Expected Indianapolis. July 20. —( UP) —Reductions in the valuations of farm real estate in many parts of the slate are expected to be ordered by the Indiana tax board which Tuesday heard officials of the Indiana farm bureau federation declare the rates were 25 per cent, too high. The board did not announce any decision, hut indicated assessments would be lowered. William H. Settle, president of the federation, announced at the close of the hearing that his organization would be allied with the Indiana taxpayers association in a fight to curb expenditure of public money in the state. o C. E. HOCKER GIVES ADDRESS TO LIONS Assistant Postmaster Discusses Country’s Postal System At Meeting Charles E. Hocker, assistant postmaster of Decatur, was ths speaker at the regular meeting of the Decatur Lions Club, held in the basement of the First Christian church last night. Mr. Hocker spoke on subjects pertaining to the postoffice and the country's postal system. Plans for the late summer and fall 1 activities were discussed by the Lions last night. Several events are being planned. *

WIFE OF HARRY STRAUB EXPIRES Effie Springer Straub Dies At Home Os Her Son Tuesday Afternoon Mrs Effie Springer Straub. 52. died at the home of her son, Villo Springer, a mile and a half east of Decatur, at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon. Death was (pie to a complication of diseases. She had been ill for some time. Effie Springer Straub was born in Monroe, April 8, 1875. She wus the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Knave!. She was united in mariage to Harry Straub, who survives. Her husband by a former marriage preceded her in death. The following children survive. Ellen Kahn, Bluffton: Villo Springer Decatur; Leia Crozier, Craigville; Sylvia Schwartz. Berne; Dollle Gundel and Viola Straub, Monroe, Two brothers, John Knave! and Edward Knave] of this city a sister Mary Ellen Kahn, and a half-brother. Howard Lonthan, also survive. Funeral services will be held at 10 o'clock Thursday morning at the home of the son, Villo Springer, and burial will take place in the Ray cemetery west of this city. The Rev. Jay Smith will have charge of the services. o To Boost McNutt For National Commander Indianapolis, July 20. — (UP) —A movement to advance Paul V. McNutt, commander of the Indiana department of the American Legion for national commander at the Paris convention in 1928 will get its official start at the Indiana department convention in South Bend beginning Monday. The Indiana convention is expected to be attended by 7,000 veterans and their wives. Frank McHale, Logansport, and Fred Weicking. Bluffton, are possible candidates for state commander. Fire At Shelbyville Shelbyville, Ind., July 20—(UP)— Officials of ihe Tindall Wagner Manufacturing company today estimated the loss to their plant from Tuesday’s fire at $50,000. YOUTH ATTEMPTS TO HANG HIMSELF Lester Kirchenbauer, Os Near Wren, Ohio, Expected To Recover lA-ster Kirshenhauer, about 22. re-1 siding 2 miles east of Wren, Ohio, made an attempt to end his life yesterday noon by hanging himself, dropping off a load of hay in the barn on the Kirchenbauer farm. The young man had placed a rope, which was fastened to the wagon, around his neck then had slipped off the wagon. He was discovered, still alive, and it is thought that he will recover. A note was found in a shirt pocket, in which he said good bye to all his friends and another was addressed to his sister. Mrs. Rose Maloney, of this city. Mr. Maloney could not be located in this city today, and the contents of the note have not been made public. The condition of Kirchenbauer. while serious, will probably not result in death, according to physicians attending the case. He was brought to the home of his siter here today. What prompted the attempt is not known. o Walther League Head Is Re-elected Today St. Louis —A. A. Grossman, St. Louis man who has been president of the Walther league for past seven years, was re-elected to that position it was announced here today. Grossman was chosen to head the organization at /the 35th International convention of the body, here at Washington University 5,000 young Lutherans from the United States Canada and Europe.

' Margaret Fristoe To Teach At Western College Miss Margaret Fristoe. daughter of I Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Fristoe, of Rochester, former residents of Decatur, has accepted a position on the faculty of Western College for women, at Oxford, Ohio. Miss Fristoe, who will take up her new position next fall, will instruct in physical education and mathematics. She is a graduate of Indiana University and the Sargent School of Physical Culture, of Boston, Mass. - —o — ■ TRYING TO FIND RADIO TROUBLE Employees Os City Light And Power Plant Testing Out Circuits Bulletin The cause of the radio interference was located this afternoon when a primary line was found to be touching a transformer at the rear of Miller's Bakery, on North Second street. The trouble was corrected. Employees of the city light and power plant this afternoon wore endeavoring to locate the local radio interference. which has been ruining reception throughout the city since Sunday.. M. F. Mylott. superintendent of the city plant, stated shortly after noon that every light and power circuit in the city would be cut off, one at a time in an effort to locate the leak, if it is in the city lines. Preparations tvdr-' made to test out the lines at 11:30 o'clock this morning, but at that time the interference stopped completely. A few minutes after the light plant employees had gone (o lunch, the interference started again. The interference has come and gone at different: times since it first started Sunday. j but it is on nearly all of the time. I stopping only for a few minutes at a time. Mr. Mylott said the interference ap - peared to be coming from an extra] high tension line, but he said he did not believe it was from any of the citylines. He said the high votlage current caried by- the line running from Fort Wayne to the local plant of tin 1 General Electric company was on as far south as Monmouth and stated that the leak might he there. Radio fans are extremely anxious that the interference he eliminated before tomorrow night, so that the returns from the Dempsey-Sharkey heavyweight prize fight in New 5 ork can be received. , o -— t State Rests Case Against Gangsters Benton, Ill—The state of Illinois today rested its case against Charley Birger, Art Newman and Ray Hyland, southern Illinois gansters charged wih conspiracy to murder Mayor Joe Adams of West City. The last witness was heard and the way opened for the defense to start presentation of evidence. The defense case is not expected to require more than a day-. — , ——o — l —— Hoover Confers With President Coolidge Custer. S. Dakota—Secretary i of Commerce Hoover was met at the rail road station today by President Coolidge when the commerce department head arrived for a conference w-ith the president on the advisability of calling a special session of congress in October for Mississippi river flood relief. While Hoover declined to discuss the subject before talking the matter over with the president. It was indicated he favored the extra session. o Body of Drowned Boy Found South Bend, Ind.. July 20. (TTP) — the body- of a boy who dived into the St. Joseph river to escape arrest and was drowned, was recovered today and identified as that of John Gylocs, 11.

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TWO MASKED MEN GET $2,591.80 IN DAYLIGHT HOLDUP Miss Mayme Martin, Assistant Cashier, Alone When Bandits Enter Bank BANDITS BELIEVED TO BE LOCAL TALENT Two bandits, masked and armed, held up and robbed the Rockford National bank, at Rockford, Ohio, 19 miles east of Decatur, at 12:30 o’clock, eastern standard time, this afternoon, and escaped with $2,591.80« in currency. The bandits overlooked $725 in cash when they made a hurried exit. Miss Maym- Martn-, assistant cash-t-r of tin- bank, was alone at the lime the two bandits entered the bank. They ordered her to put up her bands and she complied with the request. The bandits then tied her hands and put her in the bank vaulL Rojkfcrd Man Enters Bank As the two bandits were looting the bank. Grant Frisinger. a Rockford man. entered the bank. He was ordered to put up his hands, but he grapp’ed with the men and then ran from the bank. He crossed the street and spread the alarm. Shortly after Mr. Frisinger left the bank, the bandits ran out and jumped into their Ford coupe. They drove north toward Ohio City, but at the Schiimm bridge, they turned onto a bi-road and their trail was lost at that point.. Bandits are Disguised Mr. Frisinger told authorities hat he believed one of the bandits was a former Rockford man, and gave them his name. Both bandits wore masks over their eyes and were further disgu'sed by false mustaches. The men were about 28 or 30 years old. One was about 5 feet-7 inches tall, while (lie other was about an inch shorter. Each weighed about 150 pounds. Their automobile bore an Ohio license number, either 851702 or 851703. Sheriff George BeLz and his deputy, John Brehm, of Celina, Ohio, were in Decatur about 2 o'clock this afternoonj endeavoring to pick up tji'e trail of the bandits. The officers in all surrounding towns and cities were notified of the robbery. Air Port Is Proposed Newcastle Ind.. July 20 — (UP) —• Building of an aiiport four miles west of here at the birthplace of Wilbur Wright, who invented the airplane with his brother Deville, is proposed by the Newcastle chamber of commerce. —o NEW ORDINANCE BEING DRAWN UP City Council Takes Steps To Regulate Gasoline Pumps At Curbs The city council is considering passing an ordinance regulating gasoline curb pumps and prohibiting the installation of curb pumps in the future. City attorney J. Fred Fruchte has been instructed to prepare an ordinance containing such regulations and it was stated around the city hall this morning that the ordinance would be adopted at the next regular meeting of the council. Provisions of the ordinance will for bid the placing of gasoline pumps on the sidewalks next to the curb and will make it necessary to remove those pumps not in use. For 'sometime the council has had a building code or ordinance regulating and restricting building in certain districts under consideration and recently when an attempt was made to prevent the erection of a filling station at a principal corner in this city, several citizens requested the council to pass such regulatory measures.

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