Decatur Democrat, Volume 39, Number 10, Decatur, Adams County, 24 May 1895 — Page 10

FARMERS, COME AND TRY THE • New Oak Roller Rills. TRY Everything New and the Latent. IT Improved Machinery. -——AND Good Flour. BE Big Turnout. HAPPY. Elegant Bread First Street. X XxxcL-

A STOLEN SECRET. How Minister Jewell Learned to Make Rmsla Leather. Jewell, like all men brought up to learn a trade, and who :if terward gained prominence in affairs, made now and then unconscious revelations of his early training. During one of the campaigns in which he was engaged he found himself at a country hotel where the table was bounteous, but the rooms few and *tnalL It was necessary in order that the whole party might be housed for each bed to lie occupied by two persons. The governor’s roommate was a young politician, who could not hide his surprise when the governor just before retiring rolled the sleeves of his night shirt even as far up as his shoulders, and then bathed his arms in cold water “You wonder why I do this,” said the governor. .“Well, I couldn’t sleep unless I did. When I was a youngster learning the tanners’ trade, I used to have my arms in the vats all day long, and at night my skin would smart as though I had been stung by nettles. I could not beat to have any cloth touch them. So I got the habit of rolling my shirt sleeves as far as I could, and thus I have slept ever since. When slewell was minister to Russia, he played a Yankee trick upon the Russians, the benefits of which we are reaping even to this day in this country. Like every other American tanner, he had long wanted to know the secret of the process of manufacturing Russian leather. He had experimented with a few dollars himself, only to learn that the secret was not to be discovered. When at the court, of St Petersburg, he professed great interest in Russian industries and was shown through many of the manufactories there. By and by there came an opportunity to go through a factory where Russia leather was manufactured. Jewell was all smiles and courtesies and seemed profoundly interested in those things which really did not interest him and wholly blind to the very things he went to that place to see. But lie was not so blind as they thought. When he came out of that factory, iw hud discovered, as he believed, the process, and he brought the discovery back to this country with him, so that by and by the United States began to turn out a very good article of leather resembling the Russian product.—Philadelphia Press. P Without Money or Friends. Saginaw, Mich., May 23 —Mrs. Berow, a prettv little French woman 22 years old, is stranded here without money or friends. She eloped from Biddeford, Me., three weeks ago with Joseph Markham, leaving a husband and three children. Two days ago Markham deserted her and is said tp have gone away with his wife, who is supposed to havtTfollowed him. Damages For a Basebail Flayer. Pittsburg, May 23. —In the Unit&d States court here Mark Baldwin, the baseball pitcher, has been given a verdict of $2,500 damages against Chris Von Der Abe,, president of the St. Louis club. Baldwin was arrested in St. Louis in 1890 charged with conspiring to get Charley King to break his contract with the St. Louis club. Safe Works Destroyed. Cambridge, Mass., May 23.—The plant of the Damons Safe works, corner Main and First streets, this city was destroyed by fire at 2 o’clock this morn-, ing. The works covered one and a half acres and consisted mostly of wooden buildings. The total loss is estimated at $125,000, with small insurance. Wind Unroofs Houses. Rockport, Tex., May 23.—A wind and rain storm yesterday morning blew down the St. Mary hotel and Catholic church and unroofed and partially destroyed other houses. ROv. Searborough of the Methodist church was seriously injured. China Objects. Shanghai, May 23.—There is a local rumor here to tfie effect that China repudiates Japan’s demand for an additional indemnity for the relinquishment of the Liao Tung peninsula.

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BIG DAMAGES CLAIMED Discarded Son-In-Law Brings Suit For $50,00(1. FOR A.LEENIATED AFFECTION Man Mysteriously Disappears at Logansport — Stock Barn Fired by Incendiaries Near Gosport—Large Reduction of Working Force and Houra on the Pan Handle —Other State News. Crawfordsviijj?, Ind., May 22.— A damage suit has been filed in the Montgomery circuit court by John C. Wampler against William H. Durham, his wife Sarah Durham and their son, George T. Durham. The amount asked is $50,000. The suit is the outgrowth of a marriage by Wampler to Durham’s daughter in 1886, through an elopement, the parents of the girl objecting to the union. In the course of time a separation occurred, the girl returning home with impaired health, where she afterward died from the effects of a dose of morphine, supposed to have been taken with suicidal intent. Durham was at one time one of the wealthiest men in western Indiana and president of the First National bank of this city, but some years ago failed and his property was seized by creditors. His wife, however, retained her fortune and his son George his. Wampler began hostilities by filing a suit for three-fourths interest in a piece of city property, which, he alleged, belonged to his wife although never deeded to her by her parents. This was fol lowed by the damage suit. He charges that the Durh:ims alienated his wife’s affections from him and used every means in their power to destroy his happiness. ‘ Circnlate Counterfeit Coin. Anderson’, Ind., May 22.— It has been discovered that a number of counterfeit coin has been circulated here. Two young fellows, driving a small horse or pony attached tp' a buggy, made purchases at several suburban stores and tendered counterfeits in exchange. About SSO was placed in circulation »at Chesterfield and vicyiity, and quite a lot was.spent at a roadhouse between Daleville and Chesterfield. The circulators are supposed to have taken a train for Cincinnati yesterday. • Reduces It. Forte. Logansport, lud.. May 22.—The Pan Handle company has made another sweeping reduction here, both in the number of working houra and in the number of men employed. Over 50 section men, a score of road carpenters and others, have been laid off, and the employes of the shop were cut down to 40 hours of work per week. Slack work is the cause assigned. Mysteriously Missing. Logansport, Ind., May 22.—Martin V. Bryant, a wealthy citizen of lonia, Mich., who came here recently to reside with his daughter, Mrs. A. Lewis, is mysteriously missing. Saturday morning he left home saying he was going to take a stroll about town, and nothing has been either seen or heard of him since. His relatives fear he has met with an accident or has been foully dealt with. Fired by an Incendiary. Gosport, Ind., May 22.—The large stock barn on the Goss farm, north Os here, owned by J. Peters & Co. of Louisville, Ky., has been destroyed by fire of an incendiary origin. Two horses were consumed, with farming implements, harness, buggy and a large quantity of feed. Loss about $5,000, with no insurance. » Hhm His Back Broken. FraNFFORT, Ind., May. 22.—Thomas Trawley, an employ of the Clover Leaf machine shops, met with an accident yesterday that will prove fatal. He was working under a llatcar, which Was “jacked up” when the jacks slipped and the car fell on him, breaking his . back. Hammond Drops Out of the Interstate. Terre Haute, Ind., May 22.—Hammond, Ind., ba*dropped from the Western Interstate league. President Schmidt stated that the organization will be maintained by t he four remaining clubs, playing on the old schedule. Old People Marry. Valparaiso, Ind., May 22.—Martin Van Buren Cole, 78 years old, and Mrs. M ary Strorig, aged 77, of this place have been married. It is the third matrimonial venture for both of them. Thieves Loot a Church. Toledo, May 23.—Burglars broke into St. Francis De Sales church some- ’ time in the night and carried off the magnificent holy chalice. Besides this the thieves practically wrecked the chancel in their search for booty. Ornaments were toi-n down, cabinets broken open and nearly everything that could not'be carried away was smashed. St. Francis De Sales is one of the leading Catholic churches in tlje city. «

CHAIR FACTORY BURNS Heavy Loss to Smith, Day & Co, at Indianapolis. INFLAMMABLE MATERIAL Burnt Rapidly and Contents .nd Building Destroyed — Vicious Attack by a Colt and Driver Badly Injured—Cripple Wounded by Accidental Discharge of a Gun—Other State News. Indianapolis, May 23.—About 8:30 o’clock last night tiro was discovered in the rear building of Smith, Day & Co. 'a chair factory, 76 Shelby street. An alarm was quickly sounded, but owing to the inflammable material in the building the fire gained rapidly and the building was almost completely gutted. A large amount of madeup stock, together with that in the course of construction, was burned and the machinery was badly damaged. The loss is not stated but the proprietors say it will reach into many thousands. Insured. OLD MAN MUKDKRBD. William Snelling Found. Hanging Over the Dashboard of His Vehicle. Anderson, Ind., May 23.—William Snelling, over 60 years of age, was murdered at Summittville yesterday. He was found hanging over the dashboard of his buckboard vehicle with his skull crushed. Two big clubs which had evidently been used were laying under the seat of the vehicle. The murder was discovered by Elmer Thurston, a young man who had gone on a search for Mr. Snelling. The deepest mystery surrounds the tragedy. Snelling was not known to have bitter enemies, and he never carried money on his person. He was the oldest and best known man in the vicinity where he resided. It is thought perhaps he was murdered by mistake, under the impression that he was a wealthy stock buyer who drives much at night. SHOCKING RUNAWAY. Hone Take* Fright During * Clrcue Parade and Dashes Into the Crowd. Fort Wayne, May 23.—During the parade yesterday of a circus a shocking runaway accident took place on Columbia street. A horse took fright at the elephants and jumped into the midst of a dense crowd of people, knocking them down by the dozens. Mrs. Eliza Leway was killed and 16 others were more or less injured. Mrs. Ella Devan will die from her injuries. The horse was from a livery barn and was being rented for the day by Thomas Walsh, traveling salesman for the Lorrilard Tobacco house. He was holding the horse and trying to quiet him, but finally had to run to escape injury himself. Six baby carriages were kicked to pieces by the maddened horse. Met®r Kates Reduced. Wabash, Ind., May 23.—C. F. Dieterich and Arthur Proal of the Logansport and Wabash Valley Gas company, which includes the gas systems of Decatur, Peru, Wabash, Lafayette and Logansport,, have taken possession of the Wabash gas property. Mr. Dieterich says the company has ordered a reduction in the meter rate of manufacturers of 2 cents per thousand, the old rate being 7 cents and the new 5 cents. Vigorous Protest From a Colt. Veedersburg, Ind., May 23.—George Harland of Hillsboro, was breaking a colt, when the animal kicked him out of the cart and, turning Upon him, pawed him with its feet, breaking both of his legs just below the knees, besides injuring him internally. Timely arrival of citizens, who drove the colt away with clubs, alone saved Harland’s life. Attacked by a Tramp. Hartford City, Ind., May 23.—A tramp entered the Pan Handle railway office at an early hour in the morning and attacked the telegraph operator, W. T. Allen. A desperate fight ensued, in which Allen’s arm was broken. The tramp made his escape. The object of the attack was robbery, and the opportune arrival of a traveling man only prevented it. Accidently Shot. English, Ind., May 23.—William J. McDermott, while cleaning a gun discharged the weapon, receiving a load of shot in the right side, which may prove fatal. McDermott is a cripple, who is compelled to travel in a rollingchair. He is a special correspondent for several metropolitan papers. Miner Mangled. Brazil, Ind., May 23.—Dominick Dewoley, a miner in the employ of the Excelsior Coal company, has been terribly mangled by the explosion of a can of blasting powder, which was ignited by a spark from his lamp. ' - - 1 jy Indicted For Murder. Noblesville, Ind., May 23.—The special grand jury called to investigate the killing of John Moore by Charles Stevenson, has returned an indictment against Stevenson of murder in the first desrree. INDIANA ITEMS. Joseph Molten, an aged citizen of Elwood, was found dead, in his buggy yester day. ' ' -Citizens of Frankfort are orgarnttng a 'civic federation to assist in a more strict enforcement of laws. Father Bartholomew Piers, one of the oldest Catholic priests in the Vincennes diocese is dead of paralysis. He was ordained in 1842. James B Wilson, editor Qt The People at Indianapolis, has been indicted by the federal grand jttyry for alleged violation of the postal lawsAdam Gross, a discharged woolenmill workman at South Bend, committed suicide through despondency caused by the loss of his position. Four thousand' people attended the opening races under the new management at Roby yesterday. There was no interference anil the bookmakers did a good business. —•

ICECREAM. Nknan will handle the celebrated ice cream manufactured by E. A. Collins & Son, of Huntington. Thia (ream la widely known for its excellent (piallty. Special rates given to church socials and picnics. Brick ice cream furnished for parties and weddings on rhort notice. Will furnish by the quart or gallon. Leave orders at S. 0. Niman’s Feed store on Madison street. 413tf 9tf Change of Time, Sunday, May 26th. Tbe Toledo, St. Louis & Kansas Cit| R. R , “Clover Leaf.” Important. Extension of trains 8 and 4 to Decatur instead of Bluffton as formerly Fast Western Express No. 5, will leave To lt<do a few minutes later and airive at st. Louis, Union Station several minutes earlier. Day trains between Toledo and Frankfort about as now. Excursion to Rome City. On account of the swimming exhibition to be given by Capt. Biondell, the G. R. & I will rnn an excursion to Rome City. Wednesday. June sth. special excursion train will leave Decatur at 8:11 a. m. Rate from Decatur $1.25 for the round trip. For further particulars enquire of ticket agents. C. L. Lockwood, G. P. A. T. A. ATTENTION EVERYBODY! The firm of Jacob Close & Son will close out their stock of jewelry. You can buy at your own price. So call soon as tbe business will be closed at an early day. 363tf Jacob Gloss & Son. Fob Sale—The scenery in the Meibers’ Opera House. This is a full set ot scenes and in good rendition. As I have concluded to quit tbe opera bouse business, this will be sold cheap. I have a fine[piano with tbe house that I sell will with or without tbe scenery. (1868-tfwltf John MeirersFor tine carriage and buggy painting call at Smith Bro’s. Wagon Shop or H. M. Romberg. We use Murphy’s best finishlning varnishes and Brewster colors. d376tfwß-8 For Rent—A busitaess room, occupied by saloon, restaurant and board iug house. Near C. & E and Clover Leaf depots. Enquire of Dyonis Schmitt at City Meat Market. 408tf8tf Don’t forget the fact that you can get flour at tbe City Mills at wholesale prices delivered to any part of the city, 4O4tf H. H. Hart & Bro, HUGHES’ WHITE LABLE Pale Ale in pints, 15 cents per bottle at “Curley” Radamacher’s. d4lwlotf For Rent—Business room. Good location. Call or address M. Kirsch, d398-6w7-4 • Decatur, Ind. Farmers, when in Decatur eat at the Union Bakery and you will get value received. d3ostfw43tf Tne finest five-cent cigar is the “C. B L.” at Donovan & Bremerkamp's. d 417-24 wlO-4 You can get the largest and best loaf of bread in Decatur at the Union Bakery. > d3ostfw4Btf Donovan & Bremerkamp sell the “C. B. L.” cigar, the purest and best in the market. d 417-24 wlO-4 Wanted —A few good boarders at Mrs. Mary Congletons. 3«7ifwltf We will take a few boarders. 367tfwltf Mrs. Mary Congleton Good board and lodging at the Union Bakery. d3ostfw43tf Our job printers are artists. PLEASANT MILLS. Davis McCullough is in very feeble health. James Edington Sundayed in Wells county with relatives and friends. Prof. Winans ie again enjoying the pleasures of home. Rev. John Freeman and family of Ranesville, 0., are here visiting with friends. John Sluseer end family of near Berne, moved here Tuesday, B. B. Winans who has been at Rochester the past four weeks, returned home last Saturday. A 10 pound democratic boy ar - rived at the home of Ira Steele last Thursday; he has come to stay and Ira is the happiest man existing'on this mundane sphere. Dr. J. L. Harper is erecting a new barn. For full information concerning the road law, enquire of J. M. Archer. Uncle Hampton Fristoe, of Bluffton, is shaking hands with friends here this week. Wallace Motes and family, of Decatur, attended tbe Quarterly meeting at this place last Sunday. There will be a Sunday school convention at tbe Baptist church next Sunday evening. inyitedto\ttend.

WE CH lift IT. I » WE WILL INI IT, 1 DO DO IT. ]OSXSKUMJIiUL£UXMJ3NtXKSSSSS3B - SELL GOOD CLOTHING I FOR LESS MONEY 1 Than any other House in the country. I m-aea ■ .» 11 .mil 1— nun "1-lji.jw I Just come in and try us. 1 We have everything needed in wearing apparel, from the Smallest Boy to the Largest Man. I OUR J Merchant Tailoring Department 1 Can Not be Excelled. ■U'.'J-J.'.’.. ...laigrr 1 , 1 1111 '■ 1 MX-..-.—- -•« I Try ns for a first-class Fit. Yours truly, P. Hoimouse & Co.

NEVER BOTHER During the hot months if you wish to keep cool; nor must you get into the habit of asking A MAN If it is hot enough lor him. when you can see very plainly that he is practically roasted- but instead, advise him to call on us for Lemon Phosphate WHEN HE IS HOT. By so doing you will surely retain his friendship. COLCHIN has everything in SUMMER DRINKS. »

M. Kirsch, Decatur, Ind.

IIEADQUARTERS FOR THE : - LATEST STYLES ’ -- u -♦ ■ - •- ■ ...A. ~ , ~' V Having just received anew and elegant line of L Z,lite Kill Opera Slip | AND—WHITE CANVAS OXFORDS. We have the Best Shoe ever sold for Ladies, at $1.75 And we Guarantee every pair. We have, a S FINE Ll® OF TAI COLORED GOODS, that will be sold cheap. You can get a pair of shoes or ' slippers from 15c. to sl.oo at our Bargain Counter. Money saved by buying of us. v R. J. HOLTHOUSE * BRO ■ «.

The Coach Trotting Stallion, * OTHELLO 11. Will stand for mares commencing April 11. and ending the first week in July as follows: Mondays at Charlie Mailand’s, 1% miles south-east of Williamsport; Wednesdays and Thursdays at the stable of Lewis Koenemann, iu Preble township; Fridays and Saturdays at Romberg’s livery and feed stable, Decatur, /k Othello 11, a ooach horse, was foaled May 18811. He was sired by Othello I, an Arabian stallion, who was awarded the highest prize at the horse fair in Oldenburg. Germany, in 1885. Othello II took first premium at the Adams county fair in 1889. in the general purpose class, and at the Fort Wayne fair in 1890. Othello 11, is a dark bay. He was imported , from Oldenburg, Germany, in October, 1888. •by Koenemann. Is entered in the govern- • ment stud book at Oldenburg, Germany. TERNIS-To insure a mare with foal, 18: «. due and payable when the mare has foaled -— Any person parting with a mare before known to be with foal forfeits insurance. Care taken to prevent accidents, but responsible for none HENRY KOENEMANN, Owner, Come and see this fine stallion.