Decatur Democrat, Volume 39, Number 22, Decatur, Adams County, 16 August 1895 — Page 4

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©he democrat !T. BLACKBURN, Proprietor. w .“l'jjl. lvzt , ... . ; ■* FRIDAY, AUGUST M 1895. Rates of Subscription. tine Year, in advance* ] 5° ■ Bhr Months VVjur Months 60 j All subscriptions not paid during: the year i will be charged at the rate of *2.00. Office in Oemocrat Building. east sideof Sec ond Street—ground floor A Western man for 1896, CLAUDE MATTHEWS. TEACHER’S INSTITUTE. The Adams County Teacher’s Institute convened Monday at 1:30 p. m., with County Supt in the chair. Eeyrything seemed to foretell a successful institute. Pleasant weather, pleasant faces and willing hands ready to aid whenever called upon. The institute opened with music, conducted by Prof. James L Orr, in his usual pleasant and entertaining manner, followed by reading of the 2d th chapter of Job by Rev. Benj F. VSughan. After another song by the institute Rev. Vaughan delivered a short but pointed lecturo, his principal theme being “Boiling Points in History,” practically applying his illustrations to the teacher and his work. Prof. Snow delivered one of his pleasing talks to the institute, his theme practically being “Business is Business.” The work of the regular program was then taken up, beginning by a practical lesson in vocal music. Prof. Orr that “singing and the art of teaching music are essentially two pifferent things,” giving practical hints how to teach length and pitch of tones He was followed by Prof. F. M Ingler, of Marion, Ind., with “Talk on Teaching.” Among the many points presented by the professor we note the following. 1. All teachers are not teachers. 2. Telling is not teaching. 3. There can be no teaching without learning. Successful teachers teach by striking illustrations. Too many teach ers assume that pupils craniums are baskets which are to be filled by the “pouring in” process instead of the “teaching process ” 4. Hearing a recitation is not teaching a child, recite a lesson when, it repeats to you something it has committed to memory. A child is taught when it comes before you. to receive some thing you wish to impress upon it. 5. Teaching is causing to know. Intermission. Music, under the direction of Dr. Orr, followed by a profitable talk on “Methods in History Teaching.” Paper or lecture by B. F. Kizer, principal of the Linn Grove schools. Subject; “What regard should the teacher have for public opinion.” TUESDAY’S SESSION. Institute opened Tuesday morning by music, under the direction of Dr. Orr, followed by the reading of the Bth chapter of Job, and prayer by Rev. W. J. Spray favored the institute with an interesting lecture, using as his theme, “Revolutionin teaching.” Among the many points presented the following is noted. The methods of teaching have indeed undergone a revolution. Pupils were taught to depend upon somebody else. Toil now teach so that the pupil will feel that he is not a parisite, but tnat he may depend upon himself. The entire man should be educated, thus forming the true man. A preacher is a teacher But a teacher should not be a preacher in the recitation when you cease to study you die. The present cry. is ambition Ambition to be good and promote society Teaching is a God’s or- . dained work. Prof. Ingler continued his talk on “Pedagogy.” He began illustrating that telling and hearing may be a part of teaching. Learning, telling, bearing and teaching go hand in hand. The characistics of a good teacher are three-fold: 1. Know who you are to teach2. Know what you ar to teach. 3. Know how yon are to teach. Socrates said: “We never know how. to teach until we are able to point out cur own ignorance.” . Neither can we teach until we know the ignorance of our pupils. The teacher shoujd not only know himselt and pupils, but be should know the text. This lecture was followed by a paper by C. C. Calderwood, upon the subject, “Is there a science of teaching?” The subject was ably handled by Mr. Calderwood. plainly proving that teaching is > grand siencc. Roll call. a*. A

| Intermission followed by a lesson in music by “What to teach in history.” by Dr. Orr. Technicalties and dead facts will not aid the growing student What we want to teach is essential and living facts. Come near to our own ; times in teaching history. Teach cur- ' rent wants, because we are living in a i present age, and want history that is ‘ based upon the living present. Teach turning points in a comparative manner. Study relations basing everything I on the broad law of association. I Institute adjourned until 1:30 p m j- The afternoon session began promptly at l;30 p tn., by music under the direction of I’rif. Orr, followed by a lesson on ~Some principles of education,” by Prof. Ingler. His talks are always highly appreciated by the teach ers. Am >ng the many points dropped iby him are the following: In order to I teach successfully the teacher must know the metal he is trying to mould A teacher ought to be a teacher for each pupil in his school. As Christ was for his deciples and friends Professional men, especially those in medical practice, critically diagnose a case before prescribing medicine. Teachers should be as critical as they can before administering doses of knowledge as a cure for ignorance. Too many teachers attempt to teach without a sufficient knowledge of the subject they are trying to teach. Diplomas from colleges are not an indication of what a student knows, it is only an indication of what he ought to know. The next subject was a paper by Jno. R Parrish on “is it the parents mistake?” The subject was ably handled by Mr Parrish and was a good lecture for any teacher’s empty either to digest or head. Next was a lesson on “Relations of the earth to other planets,” bv Dr. Orr, discussing principally points of physical geography as a prelude to lessons that are to follow. INSTITUTE NOTES. The music lessons by Dr Orr are the life of the institute. ♦ Institute enrollment is 154. The greatest ever known in the history of Adams county. Supt. Moffert thinks that the Decatur High school is spreading. Lecture by Prof. F. M. Ingler at the M. E. church this evening at 7:30 p m. Admission 10c. to non-members of institute. Institute opend Wednesday morning at 9 o’clock, with music underthe direc tion of Dr. Orr, followed by reading of the 3rd chapter of Ephesians and prayer by Rev. IT. H. Smith. The Rev. favored the institute with a short lecture upon the subject of “Thankfulness.” 4 Prof Ingler then continued his talk on “Some principles of education.” A teacher in order to teach must be full of knowledge of course. Brimfullness should be emptied into the brimemptiness of the pupil. The teacher must know more than he is to teach, but his fullness will be to him no good if he cannot extract no such fullness. The teacher processes are of a two-fold nature. Th£ teaching process, and the learning process consisting of three elements: 1. The teacher ready to teach. 2. The pupil ready to receive. 3. The teacher and pupil must combine before the process is complete. The teacher must have the attention of his class. Shakespeare says: “The crow sings as lovely as the lark when neither is attended.” Silence is not always attention, attention is the complete surrendering of the mind to one subject. Teach at all times as though life depended upon yous work. Attention not only needs to be sought but it •must be held, Roll call. The next subject was a lesson on primary music teaching by Dr. Orr, in which he emphatically convinced the institute of. the necessity of teaching little things first and not to introduce new things until the pupil is ready- and ’competent to grasp them. Intermission Music conducted by Dr. Orr, followed by a paper on the subject, “For what is the teacher responsible in the school,” by Jno. F. Hocker, principal of the Monroe graded schools. The teacher can make the school if it be his will and he being competent, aud he can unmake his school whether he be competent or not. The subject was ably handled by Mr. Hocker. After no further discussion of the subject, “The j elation of history to civil gyvernment as branches of : study,” by Dr. Orr. Civil government deals with the present pointing into the Hl’ftrre.History deals with the past. History should come first, civil government can become history. There may be a history of civil government. We will not quit study-

ing civil government until death stops us Civirgovernments should not be taught by book only, but by observa tion. Every used thing is not wrapped up in books. The teacher can teach civil government by his school government. Be a president, with your pupils as your cabinet. Institute adjourned until 1:80 p. m. AFTERNOON SESSION. Institute began promptly at 1:30 p in., with music under the direction of Dr. Orr, followed by a lecture on “The beginner m geography study.” Geography study.” Geography should be taught to a beginner as growing geography and not dead geography. Geography should be taught more by observation than by study from books. Study should be regarded as play until pupils are able to use books as a guide only. The next subject was a paper on “Extremes,” by Henry Lankenau, of Dist. No 1, of Preble township Prof Lankeueu presented his thoughts from the following outline; 1. The teacher’s dress. . t 2. The teacher’s manners. 3 The teacher’s estimate of himself. 4. Extreme use of character of work 5. Extremes in estimating the capac ity of pupils 6. Extremes in the manner of im parting instruction 7. Extremes iu subjects taught. Extremes in using text books. The subject was bandied by the author. Many sound points being presented that teachers can profit by planting and preach'ng: too. The next lesson was a paper by Prof. Ingler on “Some elements on Psychology,” Many teachers teach by the pig and parrot process. There is nothing without mental effort. By teaching we learn by giving it away we keep, we give and keep knowledge by giving it away. Never tell a child anything which it can find out for itself. Teaching is an animated dialogue with both parts present, but sometimes one is erroneously omitted. Music ufder the direction oLDr. Orr. adjourned one-half hour earlier on account of the intense heat. Lecture to-night by Dr. Orr, subject, “Fifty pictures of the sky.” As everyone knows, leather has advanced nearly fifty per cent during the last few weeks. In consequence which, the price of boots and shoes has advanced about forty per cent. A pair of shoes that sold for three dollars a month ago will cost you five now. But this is not the case at Holtbouses’ shoe store just now. It is a well known fact that this firm carries the only mammouth. up to-date styles, stock of boofs and shoes in the city, and they propose to reduce their large stock by selling at old, low prices. Their bargains astonished us and will do the same to you. If you call early (for this clearance sale will not last all summer) you can fit your feet at prices that will astonish vour grand-mother. Go and see 21-2 Licensed to Wed. William F. Mann to Daisy Maricale. Morris Ehrsman to Emma Brown. Notice of Stock-holders’ Meeting. Notice is hereby given that there will be a meeting of the stock-holders of the German Building Loan-Fund and Saying Association, of Decatur, Indiana, at the office of the secretary of said association, in the city of Decatur, Adams county. Indiana, on Tuesday, August'2o,lß9s, at 7 o’clock p. m.. for the purpose of considering prodosed amendments to the by-laws ofj said association and for the transaction of such other business as may be properly brought before said meeting. J. B Holthouse, Pres. F. M. ScniMEYER, Sec’y 20-3 REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS. 8 W Hale to M M Herr, nt inlot 143 Geneva ’* 625 00 M McGriff to S P McGriff, inlots 140 156 and pt 139, Geneva — 1000 00 Susannah Bell to E E Zimmerman, et al, 120 A., Kirkland tp 5000 00 Elizabeth M Weldy to Daniel Weldy, X A., Kirkland tp 600 00 Barbary Hirschy to Noah Schindler , 80 A., Hartford tpl2oo 00 H E Egly to Noah Bergman, inlot 316,8erne.. 450 00 Noah Bergman to Francelea Jacobs inlot 316, Berne 450 00 Henry Hildebrand to Wm Spade, . M A., Preble tp 50 00 i ATTENTION BREEDERS OF STOCK. J. b. Railing has the finest herd of Duroc Jersey swine that can be found in this county. To those who want to improve stock he invites their careful attention. You can have pigs in pairs J not akin. All breeding stock recorded and pedigree furnished. Don’t fail to ’ see the famous “ Walter Duke” register No. 4391. If. you can’t call and see this splendid herd of fine swine, write for particulars. Address J. S. Railing, Decatur, Ind 22-4 , CARD OF ’1 HANKS. i We hereby return our sincere thanks to all who so kindly assisted us In our sad affliction in the loss of our dear child which ' so painfully suffered death last Saturday by being accidentally burned while at play 1 with her twin brother. Also to the gentle--1 men who volunteered their services as night yvatchman during the time of preparation for burial. ' * Wm. and Agnes Geab>’.

KBINWMJTTffiS Interesting News Notes Telegraphed From the National Capitol. CHINESE RIOT COMMISSION. Minister Denby Says the Inquiry I. to be Conducted by Americana and EngUalimen—Bond Syndicate V.ftr Busy Keeping the Gold Reserve Up to the Limit—Ship Texas In Commission. Washington, Aug. 15.—N0 confirmation has been received as yet at the state department of the appointment of a commission at Foo Chow to visit the scene of the recent riots at Ku Cheng, though Minister Denby has advised the department that the appointment of such a commission was unddr consideration, aud it was known that it would be composed of Americans aud Englishmen. The press reports on the subject, therefore, are accepted as accurate and earlier than official advices. No surprise is expressed that the Chinese government refused to allow an armed escort of foreigners, as such an escort would not have been permitted in either Great Britain or the United States and would have indicated that China felt unable to protect the foreigners who were on a diplomatic mission, and also that China was unable to punish the offenders in the recent riots. A cable was received at the navy department yesterday announcing the arrival of Admiral Carpenter at Che Foo with the flagship Baltimore. He had not been able to communicate with Minister Denby, but it ’is expected he will do so at once. . Acting Secretary McAdoo said that it was expected an officer of the navy would be a member of the Ku Cheng commission if the civil authorities so requested. Consul Sheridan T. Read, at Tien Tsin, cabled the state department yesterday that cholera had broken out at Tien Tsin and Che, Foo. HUNDRED MILLION LIMIT. Bond Syndicate Very Busy Keeping the Gold Reserve Up to the Limit. Washington, Aug. 15.—United States Treasurer Morgan yesterday received a telegram from Assistant Treasurer Jordan at New York stating that the bond syndicate had deposited $1,658,000 in gold in exchango for legal tenders, and later in the day another telegram was received stating that $1,500,000 in gold had been withdrawn for export to Europe. This gives the gold reserve at the close of business $102,431,061. This second deposit by the syndicate confirms the officials in the belief that it fully intends to see that the $100,000,000 gold reserve is not invaded. Gold and Silver Exports. New’ York, Aug. 15.—American line steamer Berlin, which sailed yesterday for Southampton, carried 246 bars of silver, valued at about $178,000. The Britannic, which left yesterday for Liverpool, had on board a consignment from Neslage & Fuller’s of $150,000 in gold and $750,000-in gold from Arbuckle Bros. V Battleship Texas. Washington, Aug. 15—The battleship Texas, which goes into commission today, will probably sail at once from Norfolk to join the squadron of Admiral Bunoe. The Texas does not need any trial, except of engines, and it is probable that they will be given a test while with the squadron. New Indiana Postmasters. Washington, D. C., Aug. 15.—Indiana postmasters were appointed yesterday as follows: Sexton, Rush county, John Bitner, vice Miss A. H. Hansom, resigned; Tower, Crawford county, J. E. Carson, vice W. E. Morris, resigned. MINISTERS AT WAR. Differences of Opinion Among: "Baptist Pastors About the Atlanta Kuilfijjbt. Atlanta, Aug. 15. —The. now famous padded bullfights, about which there has been so much discussion, have caused a temporary split in the association of Baptist ministers. An attack on the exposition management through a church paper led to an investigation aud the appointment by the association of Rev. J. L. D. Hillyer as a committee of one to reply, stating that the proposed fight was all a joke, and that everything connected with it would be padded. When the association met Dr. Hillyer announced that he would not write the letter in question, as he was opposed to the proposed fights. A motion was made to discharge the committee, and he rebelled, declaring that he wanted to give his views on the subject of the fights. When this was decided by the chair to be-out of order, the doctor left in high dudgeon, declaring that he would join hands with William Hosea Ballou, and fight it out to the death. Peat Bed Burning:. Aurora, Ills., Aug. 15.—A peat bed just outside of this city, covering over 25 acres, is on fire, and has already burned soil to> depth of several feet. The dry weather makes extinguishing impossible, and nothing but a drenching rain will stop it. The ground has been made valueless for vegetation. The odor arising from the locality has forced several families to move away from it. BxSSenator Ingalls TYlks. Coffeyville, Kan., Aug. 15.—The soldiers’ reunion here was formally opened with an address by ex-Senator Ingalls. Mr. Ingalls said he was in favpr of free coinage and against prohibition. He favored the election of United States senators. by the people and a more liberal construction of the pension laws, as affecting the soldier. Huntington Indictment Dismissed, San Fbancibco, Aug. 15.—The indictment against C. P. Huntington, president oTThe Southern Pacific company, for issuing an interstate pass to Frank M. Stone, a politician and attorney, was dismissed in the United States district court yesterday on motion of the district attorney. , .

HAVE YOB HEARD OF ITfl FOUR SPECIAL SALES DAYS —mftKiOTjTuguNOT; — FRIDAY, August 9th, fl SATURDAY, August 10th, MONDAY, August 12th. ■ EVERYTHING IN I DRESS GOODS fl MUST BE SOLD fl At prices That will surprise you. This | will be the greatest sale of dress goods ever J held in the city of Decatur. fll - 1 Come one! Comedll! | And secure a great bargain. Henrietta’s Serges,! Fancy Novelties, Dress Goods, Plisses, Organdies f Pongees and Satteens, and many others too . numerous to mention. Remember these t prices will only be given on these 4 days. i WE WILL SAVE DOLLARS FOR YOU AMI O'A'HERS. DO NOT FORGET THE DAYS AND DATES. || JESSE NIBLICK <&, SON. fl DON’T FORGET \ I ...TO ATTEND THE... 1 I M Wiy om sale of BOOTS I and SHOES, I Which will Last Until Sept. I, at f] ... Holthouse’s Shoe Store. I S•' & W

For Using « BREAD. 1 It’s the best. 2 It goes fartherst. 3 It’s a pleasure to eat it. 4. It satisfies. 5 Always the same. 6 Everybody praises it. 7 You will like it. 8 You should try it. Ask for it. Insist on having it. Notice of Final Settlement of Estate. Notice is herebv given to the creditors heirs and legateesof George W. B. Bright deceased to appear in the Adams circuit court, held at Decatur. Indiana, on the 2fith day of August, 181)5. and show cause if any, why the final settlement accounts with the estate of said decedent should not be approved; and said ' heirs are notified to then and there make proof of heirship, and receive their distributive shares. . George E. Hower, Adm’r. C. M. France, Att’y. Decatur, Indiana, August 8,1895. 21-3 Notice to Non-Resident*. ’ The State of Indiana Adams county. 88, In the Adams Circuit Court, August term. ’ 1895. 1 Cora Cock. I ; vs. f n 0.5048. Elmer Cook. I Divorce. It appearing from affidavit filed in the above ’ entitled cause, that Elmer Cook, the above ' named defendant is a non-resident of the State of Indiana. , Noticeis therfore hereby given the said El1. met Cook, that he be and appear before the Hon. Judge of the Adams Circuit Court, on the 11 th day ot September, 189a, the • same being She 27th judicial day of the next regular term thereof, to be holden at the Court House in the crty of Decatur, commencing on r Monday the. 12tH day of August. A. D.. 1895, and . plead by answer or demur to said complaint, or the same bo heard and determined in 1 his altsiiUCe. Witness mv name, and the seal of said court ’ hereto infixed, this Kith day of July, A. D 5 1893. X . John H.Lenhart, Clerk, r Do Voss, Atty. 18- 3 Thought She Wm Safe, 3 Judge—Your age? r Lady—Thirty years, r Judge (incredulously)—Yon will have ! some difficulty in proving that, Lntly—(excitedly)—You’ll find hard f to.pfoye the contrary, as the church regi ister which contained the entry of my k name was burned in the year 1845.' Some one says that, .although it is sad • to see family relics sold at auction, the - most painful thing under the hammer is , generally one’s thumb naiL 3 The sound of a bell which can be t heard 45,200 feet in the water can be ■ heard only 456 feet in the air. * vS

■■■■l w 1 Wonders at Winona. < Eagle Lake, Ind., August'S. | Editor Democrat. Perhaps it might be 1 of some interest, to a few at least, of your tl readers to hear something of the Winona f Assembly now in progress in the most a" beautiful location known to the Hoosier | state, on the shores of a little inland sea | known as Eagle Lake. This assembly, I though only in its infancy, is simply enormous in proportions. Every cottage, tent, t t special rooms for pupils attending the Win- . W ona summer schools, everywhere people <. swarm and throng as was never known be T fore to these grounds. Everything is on ] such an immense scale, from beginning to •1. ending. We have been very highly enter- t tained for the last week by lectures, con-■$ certs, and the meetings of the Synodical Home Missionary society of Indiana. For J three days we were held enchanted by Dr. | Lamar of Austin, Texas, who gave.use® “Dixie before the war,” Dixie during the JL war,” and the “New south.” These lect-.'fl ures were interspersed with fine concerts .1 given by the assembly band and orchestra, •Hayden quartett and Prof. Miles with his 11 grand musical artists, of which special fl mention should be given the son of Prof. ® Miles, who, in himself is a perfect inspira- fl tion, thrilling his audience with suchflH soulful music as only a true artist can who fl] has given himself to his work. Although* small In stature he is known by the appel-fl lation of the little man with a big voice.; j To hear him is but to praise and wish to J bear him again. Dr. Mclntire of Denyer,® Colorado, has been with us in three lect-I ures the last of this week and has earned® with him no end of congratulations, as he! captures his audience by storm and holds®, them spellbound for hours listening to hisj’ description of the Great Canion of Arizona,! Egypt the land of the Pharaohs and Los-1 emitffValley. With these have been given? concerts by the English hand bell rlngerffij These, with meeting of the chorus clasff' and different departments of summer schools, makes life very attractive fotx persons bn the grounds. We constantly have games, such as croquet, lawn tennli, ball, foot ball, and then excursions on the lake, boating and fishing. Throngs erf workmen are busy beautifying the grounds - which nature alone have made so beautl-, ful. Lots are in constant demand being bought very fast, and the future of this new movement is indeed very bright looking. The very best peopld of odr cities and towns are bringing their I dm- ( enee and money and investing in stock ami 3 lots. Miss Delia Wertzberger, Edith Bl®- ‘ soin, True and myself are very nicely ®- : , cated and enjoying all of these manyfej| tractions. Mils. Jas. N/FuistoeK' I R. S- PETERSON, If . Attorney art X.o.'Ctra 1 iiECA'riih - - • Office Rooms 1 and 2, A. Holthouse Block, JI