Decatur Democrat, Volume 24, Number 20, Decatur, Adams County, 19 August 1880 — Page 12

DITCH NOTICE. Netioe is hereby given, that art the June, 1880, session of the board of commissioners of the county of Adems, state of Indiana, a petition was presented by John Lee et *1 praying the board to establish the following described ditch in said county of Adems, the commencement, direction and termination being described in said petition, which is on file in the auditor s office es said county, as follows, to-wit: Commencing 22 rods north of the southwest corner of 'he northwest quarter of section thirteen (18), township twenty-six (26) north, range fourteen (14) east, in Adams county, Indiana, running thence southeast in or with the natural channel of a stream to the southeast corner of the north half of the southwest quarter ■»*' said section thirteen (13), thence to follow the natural channel of said creek, through the southeast quarter of said section and to cross the section line between sections 13 and 24 at a point 90 rods west of the northeast corner of section 24, running thence southwest through said quarter section to where said stream crosses the half section line at a point 30 rods west of the center of said section, thence southeast to Blue creek and there to terminate, at a point. 44 rods south of the eentei of section 24, town ship and range aforesaid Said petitioners representing “that a latqje poitionof the lands through which said ditch will pass are totally unproductive for want of proper drainage; that the construction of a ditch will not only be conducive of public health, convenience or welfare, but the same will be of public benefit and utility, and that such drainage can not be obtained without entering upon and passing through the lands adjoining, the owners of a portion of which are unwilling to engage in the enterprise of improve ment” The board being satisfied that the petitioners had, in all respects, complied with the act approved Match 9, 1875, entitled “An act to enable owners of wet lands t.o drain and reclaim them,' etc., granted the prayer of said petitioners, and appointed Richard Winans, Henry H Meyers, and G. F. Kintz viewers, who proceeded to view the proposed location of said ditch, and have tiled their report md estimate, and apportioned the work according to law, and made oath to the same, and report the work to be of public benefit. The s hf nw qr sec. 13, tp 26 north, range 14 east, owned by Nancy Lee. The nw qr sw qr sec. 13, tp 26 north, range 14 east, owned by Kelita Jacobs. The ne qr sw qr sec 13, tp26 north, range 14 east, owned by Jacob Baker. The se qr sw qr section 13, tp 26 north, range 14 east, owned by Joseph S. Sackett. The w hfseqr sec. 13, tp 26 north, range 14 east, owned by Levi Ray. The nw qr sec. 24, tp 26 north, range 14 east, owned by Samuel Sackett. The se qr ne qr sec. 14. tp 26 north, range j 14 east, owned by Andrew H. Daugherty. Commencing at the southwest corner of theneqr sec. 24, thence north 100 rods, , thence east 40 rods; thence south 100 rods, thence to the place of beginning, in tp 26 north, range 14 east; owned by Arminda ■ Hediogton. Commencing at the ne corner of sec. 24, thence south 60 rods, thence west 160 rods, thence north 60 rods, thence to the place of beginning, in tp 26 north, range 14 east; j owned by Jacob Schroll. The w hf w hf se qr and e hf ne qr nw | qr sec. 24, tp 26 north, range 14 east, own- I ed by Sarah Hedingtou. Now, theiefore, be it known, that the ; board of commissioners of th county of Adams will grant a hearing on the above petition and report, on Wednesday, the Bth day of September, 1880, when all persons I interested or aggrieved will be heard. All parties who claim compensation for \ lanu or damages by the construction ot said ' work are hereby notified to make applica- ' ttoii in writing and file the same in the office of the Auditor of the county, on or I betore the day set for the hearing of said ! petition and report. G. CHRISTEN, Auditor Adams county. July 29, 1880. | > U B L 1 CATeT ~ Notice is hereby given that the under- ; signed, executor of the estate of Henry M. Hedington, deceased, will offer for sale at public auction, at the late residence of the decedent in Blue Creek township Adams county, Ind., on Saturday, August 28, 1880. the personal property of said estate, consisting of 2 work horses, 9 head of young cattle, 3 milch cows, 8 head of stock hogs, 8 brood sows with pigs, 1 farm wagon, one spring wagon, 2 sets double harness, plows, harrows, and other farming implements, household and kitchen furniture, corn in the ground, hay in the mow, wheat and oa's in the bushel, 3 stands of bees, and many other articles. Tkrms of Sale—Sums of S 3 and under cash. On all sums over S 3 a <yvdit. of six months will be given, the purchaser giving his note with security to the satisfaction of ,the undersigned, waiving benefit of valuation and appraisement laws. Sale to com- ‘ mence at 10 o’clock a. m. HENRY STACY. Aug. 5, 1880. Executor. i HEALTH IS WEALTH!' Dr. E. C. West’s Nerve and brain Treatment: a specific for Hysteria, Dizzi- ; ness, Convulsions, Nervous Headache, Men- [ tai Depression, Loss of Memory, Sp rtmttorrheea, Impotency, Inaoluntary Emissions, j self-abuse, or over-indulgence, which leads to misery, decay and death. One box will ' cure recent cases. Each box contains one month's treatment. One dollar a box, or ■ six boxes for five dollars; sent by mail prepaid on receiptof price. We guarantee six boxes to cure any ease With each order received by us for six boxes, accompanied with five dollars, we will send the purchas er our written guarantee to return the mou ey it the treatment does not effect a cure. Guarantees issued only when treatment is ordered direct from us. Address or call on Dorwin & Holt,house Druggists Decatur Ind. 6ms. OF ADMINISTRATOR Notice is hereby given that the uuderaigued has bees appointed Administrator of the estate of Fitz A. Jelleff, Inin es Adams county, deceased. The estate io probably solvent. CHA BILES A. JELLEFF, Aug. 12,1880. Administrator.

Sealed Proposals tor the sale of Street Crossings. ! Notice io hereby given that sealed proposals will be received by the hoard of trus- ! tees of the town of Decatur for the building of ten stone street crossings, thirteen j wooden street crossings, and four wooden alley crossings. Bids will be received till Aug. 10. 1880, at 7 o'clock p- m. Plans and ■ specifications can be seen at the town ; clerk’s office The board reserve the right ; to reject, any and all bids. ISRAEL C. KING, August 5, 1880. Clerk. XJOTICE TO NON-RESIDENTS. — The State of Indiana, Adams county, Ss. In the Adams Circuit Court, September Term, 1880. James Nelson 'I i? . )• Complaint No. 1388 Christopher C. Fouts, I r and Delia p outs. j It appearing from affidavit., filed in the I above entitled cause, that Christopher C. Fouts and Delia Fouts, the above named I defendant, are non-residents of the state i of Indiana. Notice is therefore hereby given the said i Christopher C. Fouts and Delia Fouts that ■ they be and appear before the Hon. Judge | of the Adams circuit court, on the first I day of the next regular term thereof, to be holdvn at the court house in the town | of Decatur, commencing on Monday, the I 27th day of September, A. D. 1880, and plead I by answer or demur to said complaint, or the same will be heard and determined in their absence. Witness my name and the seal of said ■ court hereto affixed, this 30th day ot j July, A. D. 1880. N. BLACKBURN, Aug. 5, 1880. Clerk. I D. D. Heller, att y. Grav’s Specific lied Seine. TRADE MARK The Great TRADE MARK English Remedy an unfailnKMfUe ing cure for & cj&AJ seminal weak /yl ness, Sperm a- i torchp-i. 1111111 tency.Jand all BEFORE TAKIIIB. ,lise " ses ,ha 'AFTER TAKING, tolh.w as a consequence of Self-abuse; as loss ->f memory, Universal Lassitude, Pain in the Back, Dimness of Vision, I’r-mature Old Age, and many other diseases that lead io Insanity, Consump-i tion and » premature grave. particular in our pamphlet, j which we desire to send tree by mail to every one. The Specific Medicine is sold by all druggists at $1 per package, or 6 packages for $5, or will be sent free by mail on receipt of the money by addressing THE GRAY MED’ 1 INE CO.. No. 10 Mechanics Block. Detroit, Mich.

, —I., ■| R —,■■lll ~ . || „■ I ■■ ■■■' " I tf''" 4 rk nn’TTlPifc WOLES MS HOUSE! In order to accommodate the public in general 1 have made arrangements for doing all kinds of FACTORY WORK I Siicli as carding, spinning, ETC., ETC., On the Shortest Possible Notice, and All Work Warranted. I also carry a first-class stock of Factory Goods, such as Single, Double-Twisted and Fancy Yarns, Flannels, Jeans, Satinets & Blankets of my own manufacture. Also as large and complete a stock of DRY GOODS, as can be found in any establishment in Adams county. OUR MiLUNERY DEPARTMENT Turns out Superior Work in every particular. I also carry a complete stock of FAMILY GROCERIES. Highest price paid for WOOL and Country’Produce. Give me a call before Purchasing elsewhere. JOHN BITING, May 5, 1880. Odd Fellows Block, Decatur.

■| STUDABAKER .1 QI’INN, ATTORNEYS AT LAW, DECATUR, INDIANA. Office over the Adams County Bank, Decatur, Indiana. 25jy79tf PETERSON & HUFFMAN, ATTORNEY’S AT LAW, DECATUR, INDIANA. Wil! practice in Adams and adjoining i counties. Especial attention given to col- ; lections and titles to real estate. Are No I taries Public and draw deeds and mortgages , Real estate bought, sold and rented on reasmtabla terms Office, rooms 1 and 2, I. O. ! O. F. building. 25jy79tf A. G. HOLLOWAY, M. D., PHYSICIAN & SURGEON, DECATUR, INDIANA. Office in Houston’s Block, up-stairs. Will attend to all professional calls promptly, night or day. Charges reasonable. Residence on north side of Monroe street, 4th house east of Hart’s Mill. 25jy79tf S. G. RALSTON, PHYSICIAN & SURGEON, GENEVA, INDIANA. Office aver Harrod’s Furniture Store. Professional calls promptly attended to at all hours. 25jy791T P. 0. SHACK LEY. House, Sign, and Carriage Painter, And Paper Hanger. Graining, Calsomining, Whitewashing, etc. Prices to Milt the times. Sixteen years in Adams county. Give me a call and save money. Shop on southeast corner of Jefferson and Second streets. I Decatur. Ind., tun. 5, 1879. Baug79 R B. Allison, Pres’t. W. H. Niblick,Cashier. I). Stubabakib, Vice Pres’t. THEADAMS COUNTY BANK, DECATUR, INDIANA, This Bank is now open for the transaction of a general banking business. We buy and sell Town, Township and County Orders. 25jy79tf JOHN SHIREY, AUCTIONEER, Wishes to say to the people of Decatur I and vicinity that he is now the only professional auctioneer in the county and that he will at all times be ready to attend to calls in his line of pusiness. Thirty-five years experience will enable him to give satisfaction beyond a doubt to all who employ him. Charges will be very reasonable. Orders left at the law office of France & Hooper will receive prompt attention. jy22w3 JOHN SHIREY.

CLEARING OUT SALE For August. Stock must be largely reduced this month. Low - prices will do it. Take advantage of this great sale and se- - cure some bargains. Rich silk parasols will be closed out regardless of cost. SUN UMBRELLAS marked down to , clear them out. ROOT <*? COMPANY. robes Handsome Linen Lap Robes at sl, $1.25, $1.50 $1.75 and -$2 each. Patent Mosquito Bed Canopies, Gauze Wire Screens for windows, all sizes, at low prices. White, blue, , green, buff, and pink Mosquito Bar by the piece. Just what is wanted this hot weather. i ROOT AND COMPANY 1 ’ Handsome styles, made up of printed Lawns and Organdies with and without borders, closing out at greatly reduced ’ prices; also a handsome line of Children’s Dresses, made up of Ginghams, Lawns and Cambrics marked down to close out ROOT <Jt? COMPANY. AT XO CESISTTIS. ; We are closing out a large lot of tine yard-wide Percales ! and Cambrics; former price 15c. At 8c we are closing out a lot of tine printed Percales; former price 10 and 12|c. Japanese Parasols clearing out at a great sacrifice. JBxs.rxtijr.ig - Suits. Handsomely made and trimmed, marked down to close them out. Silks and Stuff suits, choice and elegant styles, will be sold regardless of original cost. Bargains can be secured the next few days in our suit department. Hoot CLnd Company, CALHOUN STREET, FORT WAYNE, IND. A NEW” LEAF "fURNED OVER! AT THE “OLD RELIABLE!” Cash and Produce Trumps! o EVERYBODY READ! _o NIBLICK, CRAWFORD & SONS Having tried the credit system long enough to test its impracticability, have concluded to take a new tack, and. instead of having to put their goods ata price high enough to make up for bad debts, they are now determined to give their patrons the benefit of the MONEY SAVED BY THE "READY PAY SYSTEM,” in the reduced prices they are thus enabled to afford their customers. In this way they can "LIVE AND LET LIVE!” i It ie true, Justices and Constables may object, as it interferes with a business whiet to them, has proven quite a lucrative one. But under the new order of things, otti friends will find goods at the store in the Adams County Bank Block so much lower than formerly, that they I Will X>© Astonifeiied! at the change which ready pay has wrought. It is folly to say much about it in our advertiseun nt, as far as particularizing is concerned. The truth in this respect can only be satisfactorily learned • BY A VISIT TO THE STORE! Where all hands take pleasure in making known the huge bargains they have to offer in LADIES DEESS GOODS, MUSLINS READYMADE CLOTHING, CAEPETS, QUEENSWARE, GLASSWARE, GEOCEDIES, ETC. j — o I Tiio MarKet Price for Country Produce. —MJ STAND BY THE fcfc OT_.lZ> RELIABIjE,’ AND IT WILL STAND BY YOU. Niblick, Crawford & Sons. ‘ Decatar. Ind., May 16.1879.