Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 26, Number 114, Decatur, Adams County, 12 May 1928 — Page 3

Insurgent bloc lentersalliance ■Administration - Insurgent ■ Alliance Formed To Pass Tax Reduction Bill By Wm. K. Hutchinson, IN'S Stuff Correspondent (Copyright 19*8 by INS) | Washington, May 12 — The insur Kernt bloc of the senate has entered Ki 'gentlemen's agreement'' to supMport ' very provision of the adminisKill, in return for a pledge that the ■federal estate tax will be retained, ■international News Service learned ■today. I The agreement will enable the ad■jninisf ration to secure senate approv■sl of its own bill, while defeating the ■democratic substitute plan for n $336,■(ion,000 slash in taxes. ■ the agreement was entered only af■ter the democrats refused to make a ■ similar alliance with the insurgents, ■according to a spokesman for the Ebloc. The insurgents, it was added, ■ even offered to support the democrats ■ ( ,n an amendment, revising tariff ■ rates, hut the proposal was rejected. The administration-insurgent ntli- ■ ance was negotiated by Senator James ■ Couzens (R) of Michigan, it was said. ■ By this action, Couzens was responsi- ■ lile for insuring senate approval of a ■ bill keeping tax reduction within the ■ $212,000,000 limit fixed by his arch- ■ enemy, Secretary of the Treasury An- ■ drew W. Mellon, while at the same E time, insuring defeat of Mellon’s pet I proposal so rrepea of the estate tax. I it was a fifty-fifty break. o ; —— I NEWS FROM BERNE —byMiss Helen Burkhalter Oscar Baumgartner, accompanied I by Mr. atyj Mrs. Samuel Liechty mo- | tored to Rockville, Indiana, Wednes- ■ day. and returned with the latter's son I Elmer, who has been at the sanitarI him there for several months. Elmer I has been given a seven,-day furlough. Ben Sprunger and Philip Sprunger ■ attended to business matters at CoI Ittmbus, Ohio, Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Jeffery, Mr. and I Mrs. C. W. Jeffery, of Sturgis. Mich., I and Mr. and Mrs. John McDale, of I Three Rivers, Michigan, were guests I of Supt. and Mrs. E. W. Jeffery here, I Sunday. Hou. T. A. Gottschalk motored to I Shelbyville. Kentucky, Wednesday to I attend to business matters. Mrs. Arley Wnlliman and son Buddie are spending the week at the home of her parents, Rev. and Mrs. Alfred Clauser. Mr. and Mrs. Menno Neuhauser, of Napoleon, Ohio, visited at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Neuhauser here, Sunday. Myron Lehman, Dennis Moser and Miss Nova Lehman left this week for Muncie, where they will be enrolled 1 at Ball's Teachers College for the next six weeks. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. McCrory of Decatur, spent Sunday at the home of their son, Mr. and Mrs. LaDoydt McCrory and little son Jimmy. Harry Starr, of Bluffton, was a business caller here, Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gerber are the parents of a boy baby, born on Friday, May 6. Miss Ellen Liechty and her little brother Palmer are bedfast with the flu. Mrs. Fred Rohrer and daughter. Miss Evangeline, were visitors at Fort Wayne, Tuesday Miss Elma Sprunger left Tuesday evening for Chicago, where she will visit at the home of her brother, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Sprunger, and also meet her sister, Miss Frieda, who has recently returned to the States from I China, where she is engaged as a medical missionary. Delbert and Raymond F. Hutchison returned Monday from Jewett, Illinois, where the yspent the week-end at their home. Miss Nilah Slonlcker, of Muncie, visited friends here, Tuesday. ■ o / Convictions Os Duncan And Tilton Are Set Aside Indianapolis, May 12 —(U.R)~ Preparations for the retrial of Russell V. Duncan, former state representative, and Charles W. Tilton on charges of stealing a government check, were being made today District, Attorney Albert Ward. Previous conviction of the two in federal court was set aside by the United States circuit court of appeal. Federal Judge Walter C. Lndley, Danville, HI., has been named special judge. o Neighbors And Friends Plant Farmer’s Corn Crop Bluffton, Ind., May 12 --(INS)— An example of true Brotherly Love was shown here when twenty neighbors and friends of Neil Vandersmith, met on his farm, brought 15 head of horses and two tractors and planted 20 acres of corn for him. Vandersmith is in the hospital suffering from bloodpoisoning.

Grooves in Boulders Formed by Glaciers? Throughout the northern United States, from Hie Atlantic ocean to the <ar northern states, ami as fur south as Kentucky, huge boulders are found scattered nt haphazard. The rock* and ledges are smoothed and marked with scratches varying from faint line* to broad grooves two feet deep Some of these boulders, weighing many tons, are so balanced on a ledge that a slight touch will rock them. The Indians used them as “alarm hells." The grooves, or scratches, on these rocks are. as a rule, parallel and extend north and south. South of the above-mentioned area neither boulder* nor scratched rocks can he found. How came the boulders in tlielr position. What scratched the rocks? One authority, familiar with the glaciers of the Alps, probably gave the true answer. He showed that a similar state of things is produced today by the glaciers of Switzerland. These streams of Ice creep slowly down from the lofty summits of the Alps through the valleys to the plains. They bear on their surface huge rocks fallen from surrounding cliffs. The stones frozen in the bottom .of the glaciers, pressed down by the enormous weight of ice above them, sxratch and groove the rocks beneath, ns the tool of a carpenter gouges out a piece of wood. What was the condition of America when similar effects were produced? Instead of local glaciers scattered in the valleys, the whole surface now covered with boulders must have been hidden by an immense sheet of Ice. Judging from the murks on the rocks, the sheet moved from the north toward the south, carrying with it masses of rocks. Criminals Unable to Disguise Their Ears What ears are really for is at last being rellzed, thanks to the French police. Criminals may disguise themselves with false eyebrows, gold teeth, derby hats and distorted facial expressions. They may even desperately burn away those famous clews to identify, their fingerprints. But the astute French detective tiptoes around for a sidewise look, and there are the same old ears, boldly displaying characteristic curves, angles, sizes and proportions. An Individual’s ears, says the Washington Star, may not be the only pair of that particular model in existence. But their value as a clew in establishing Identity is being stressed by detectives, because of the complexity of ear formations, the readiness with which they can be observed and photographed and studied, and the difficulty of the individual concealing or disguising them. Cultivate a Smile The serious tilings of life are sometimes Inclined to give us a set, forbidding expression. It may be possible to have too much determination, too much power of concentration. And then there are people who cling to the memories of unhappy experiences. They live over and over again the tragedies of their lives. Their thoughts are stamped on their features; everybody can read their troubles. Such a countenance is repelling and distasteful. Therefore, whatever you do, try to cultivate the smiling habit No one can estimate the value of a smile. There are times when it is wortli as much as life itself. It has even saved life in serious emergencies.—Dream World Magazine. Historic Tablet A plate attached to a large rock on the road betwen Newcomb and Minerva, in Essex county, New York, states that this is the place where Theodore Roosevelt became President, uue to the death of President McKinley. The inscription reads: “Near this point, wiiile driving hastily from Tahawus club to North Creek, at 2.15 a. m.. September 14. 1901, Theodore Roosevelt became President of the United States as William McKinley expired in Buffalo. Relay drivers— David Hunter, Tahawus club to Tahawus: Orrin Kellog, Tahawus to Alden Lair; Michael Cronin, Aiden Lair to North Creek. Erected 1908 and presented to the town of Newcomb by H. V. Radford." Cooling Color Tests made by engineers with instruments that measured heat flowing through a sunlit roof showed that a white roof for a house is as cooling as the white clothes you wear in hot weather. Shiny aluminum paint Is even better as It reflects away the sun’s hot ray’s. A roof coated with it transmits 38 per cent less heat inward. Tills probably works both ways, as In winter some heat escaping from the house may be reflected back again, resulting in a fuel saving. Taste for Reading If i were to pray for a taste that should stand me in stead under every vorletv of circumstances, and be a source of happiness and cheerfulness io me through life, and a shield Lainst Its ills, however things might h would be a taste for readme GKe a man this taste, and the means of gratifying It. and you can hard!) fall of making a happy man, unless !cd eed. yon put info ids hands a most perverse selection of books.-Sir John Herschel.

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!*¥¥¥¥¥v ¥ ♦ ¥ ¥ * J? * PETERSON NEWS * * By * * Miss .Jeanette Spade * I?¥¥¥¥¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ Mr, and Mrs. John Bright, of Decatur, spent Saturday morning with Mr. and Mrs. George Bright. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Straub and family, of Decatur, spent Wednesday with Mr; and Mrs. A. Straub. Miss Harriet Straub amt Bereneta Hoffman went, to Preble Wednesday. William Bryan was a buHlness caller at Peterson Wednesday night. Mr. and Mrs, Merle Ernst, of Craigville, were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. James Ernst Monday evening. Miss Glendolyn “Pauline" Curry was a guest witli Miss Jeanette Spade Monday evening. Bill Porter, of Tocsin, made a business trip to Peterson Wednesday night. Alton Corson and Oscar Hoffman were business callers here Wednesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Zimmerman spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Spade. Mr. and Mrs. Martin Frichte and daughter Leona made a business trip to Peterson Tuesday. Theodore Heller, of Grand Rapids spent Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Heller. Miss Marguerite Zimmerman, of Fort Wayne, spent the week-end with tier parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Zimmerman. Wayne Johnson and Ralph Spade made a business trip to Markle Monlay morning. August Schlickman made a business trip here Tuesday. Arden Arnold was a caller here Wednesday morning.

Window Shade Serves As< A Burglar Alarm Rushville, Ind., May 12-(INS) —A self acting burglar alarm in the form of an ordinary window shade lias been discovered by Herschel! Schmall in his home, here. Schmall was suddenly awakened about midnight by the rattle of the window blind in his room as it crashed upward, pulled by a too tight spring. Sitting up in bed he saw the head of a man jerked quickly out of sight. Investigation showed that the burglar had noiselessly forced an entrance, in raising the shade It evidently slipped from his fingers and crashed to the top of the window, frightening the thief into a hasty retreat. Schmall was too frightened, himself to note whether or not the intruder was black or white. He said all he distinctly saw of him was his back as he literally flew across a neighbors hedge. o — Gypsies Are Cause Os Rumpus In Wells County Bluffton. May 12—Four carloads of either gypsies, or as they called hemselves, “Cherokee Indians,” caused quite a bit of excitement Wedneslay night near Ossian and Uniondale. They stopped at the Mygrant gasoine filling station 5 miles south of Ossia nand stole about sl2 in cash Going on south they stopped at the Trank Galimore home and asked for nilk for babies. They produced a tea kettle to carry the milk saying they tad 12 babies in the two machines. While Mrs. Galimore got the milk ther members of the gang -went hrough the house. No valuables were vlssed. however. The four machines then headed to•ard Uniondale. Charles Myers callfl the sheriff. The gypsies then topped at the Lawrence Shively farm ind were driven from there. They vent to the Aaron Elick woods and by hat time, th efilling station wen and he sheriff had got the trail. The ypsies, or Indians were forced to reirn the sl2. They daimed they were 'herokee Indians headed toward Ok--ihoma. Mr. Elick permitted them to amp in his woods Wednesday night. Woman Killed By Auto Muncie Ind., May 12 — (U.K)— Mrs. .ester Fizell, 36. is dead of injuries received when struck’ by an auto driven by W. L. Arment. He was not held witnesses telling police Mrs. Fizell ran into the path ouf the car.

BECKER’S “TOURIST PARK” Will be open for business, SATURDAY. MAY 19. . Will serve ice cream, pop, candy, cigars, lunch of all kind, chicken sandwiches, etc. We have a nice, cool buliding with dining room, nicely decorated; outside tables and parking place. Come spend your evenings and Sunday afternoons. Give us a visit. In connection we also have a Grocery. Prices are right! We guarantee all merchandise. Gas station and Beauty Parlor work; reasonable prices. Marcel 50c, hair cut 25c. Try our work. Phone for appointment. Call 450 or 1245. 908 S. Winchester St.

¥¥¥¥¥¥ ¥¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ * THE * * CAMP AI G N * * LOG * .y. y y ¥ ¥¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ (By United Press) Secretary of the Treasury Mellon expressed (he opinion that Herbert Hoover could defeat Governor Smith in case the two were the presidential nominees of their parties. Tito treasury secretary attended a meeting of the Pennsylvania state Republican committee ami the Pennsylvania Republican delegation in Phlade''phla today. Senator James E. Watson of Indiana and officials of various presidential campaign committees were called l>efere the senate campaign investigation committee today. Senator Burton K. Wheeler of Montana, former candidate for vice president, in a letter to former Lieut. Governor W. W. McDowell of Montana urged the nomination of Governor Smith as the Democratic presidential candidate. The Nevada state Democratic convention voted unanimously to pledge its delegation to the Democratic national conpentfon in favor of Governor Smith. W. W. McDowell, chairman of the Montana state Democratic committee, assured Governor Smith headquarters that the Montana Democratic delegation would vote for Smith nt tile I Houston convention. o I Elevated Tract The name “Great Divide" Is gen-.. erally applied to a wider extent of country than the "Continental Divide." ' It comprises an elevated ridge of land In the region in Montuna and Wyoming where so many rivers have their source. ——o .—. Paris Has "Little Church” In Paris, France, there Is a "Little Church Around the Corner” similar to the one In New York city

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GENEVA NEWS James Kelly and Nine Nelson were at Decatur Tuesday, g« it lug the elec lion returns. Frank Halo, of Fort Wayne, -.pent the fli.-.t of the week In Geneva Mr. and Mrs. Halo are moving back lo Geneva next week and will be nt home with Mrs. L. L. Mason. Rev. Troy amt family, of Winona, spent Tuesday and Wednesday with Geneva people. Jess Michaud, of Borno, was in Geneva Wednesday. Mrs. Fraite, of Kendallville, Is spending a few days in Geneva. Mrs. Fralze formerly was a resident hen-. Arch Beebower was a Decatur caller Wednesday. Ralph Pontius, Mrs. Mahoney and Catherine Fravel are nt Muncie attending school. Mr. and Mrs. I). J. McWhirter were up near Decatur calling on Mrs. McWhirter's brother, Frank Mackintosh and family. Mrs. Clara Anderson, daughter, Mrs. L. B. Smith, and father, S. W. Hale, were at Decatur, Wednesday. o — USE Llmberlost Wshinct Powder Why He Succeeded Honored politically and professionally, during his lifetime, Dr. K. V. rimurL Bierce, whose picture appears f "A here, made a Wyftu *s*3 success few have equalled. His pure Y herbal remedies which have stood ■KopKMM the test for many K. years are still among the "best sellers." Dr. Pierce's Golden fp Medical Discovery is a stomach alterative which makes the blood richer. It clears the skin, beautifies it, pimples and eruptions vanish quickly. This Discovery of Dr. Pierce’s puts you in fine condition. All dealers have it in liquid or tablets. Send 10 cents for trial pkg. of tablets to Dr. Pierce, Buffalo, N. Y., and write for free advice.

Missing Air Mail Pilot Found Safe In Colorado Drnvoi, May 12- (INS)—Eddie Eshle-: man, 22-\earold irir mail pilot who was mlsHlug oince yesterday noon wlu-u lie hopped off from Lowery field Imre for Colorado Springe with a heavy load of air mail, landed safely at Hill Top. 40 inlleH southerns ot Denver al 12:45 yesterday afternoon, but Wan nimble to communicate to

■ o Mother’s IB Day SUNDAY, MAY 1 3 DON’T forget CANDY for Mother’s Day — the sweetest remembrance of your thoughtfulness of her. We carry a large selection of Mother’s Day Box Candy. MARY WAYNE — SCHRAFFTS ' A II RENTZ 60c to $3.00 Wertzberger’s CONFECTIONERY—VV. MONROE ST. r 1

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I the outside world because of poor teloph uie count elioim. I Ho reported today that he was ’ iwd to laud because of bad weather conditions. ——o — i Ancient Wheels i Wheels of a chariot found In a tomb In ancient Kish show that wheels of 3200 It. C. were wooden disks bound with rims and studded with cop|»er ’; nails on the rolling snrfece.