Decatur Democrat, Volume 41, Number 12, Decatur, Adams County, 3 June 1897 — Page 2

LOOK UP, LIFT UP. NINTH ANNUAL EPWORTH LEAGUE CONVENTION. LARGE AND ENTHUSIASTIC MEETING REPRESENTED BY DELEGATES FROM ALL LOCAL CHAPTERS. The city has on gala attire in honor of the ninth annual convention of the Fort Wayne District, Senior Order of the Epworth League. Over 200 smiling and happy delegates from the various chapters in the district, are present and participating in the business of the league. The first session opened Tuesday evening in the auditorium of the Methodist church. At that time there were present from Fort Wayne twenty-five, Geneva three, Bluffton seven, Harlen two, Spencerville two, Huntertown fourteen, Cherubusco one, Avilla one, Fremont four, Williamsport three, Angola two, Woodburn one, Garrett two, Leo one, Uniondale one, Ossian eight, Roanoke three, Huntington five, Coesse two, Hoagland two, Monroeville eleven, Ceylon one, Mt. Pleasant eight, Monroe one, Alpha one, Poneto one, Walland two, Pleasant Mills one, and Steele one. The clergy was represented by Rev. C. E. Davis of Avilla, S. Light of Bluffton, N. P. Barton of Bobo, C. W. Stevens of Ceylon, D. G. Murray of Cherubusco, W. A. Griest of Coesse, C. C. Cissell, M. C. Cooper, T. J. Johnson, E. F. Albertson, H. W. Bennett and F. T. Simpson of Fort Wayne, A. A. Stockdale of Fremont, J. B. Cook of Geneva, A. L. Brandenburg of Harlen, George Cocking of Hoagland, W. E. Murray of Huntertown? F. M. Stone of Huntington, A. C. Jones of Leo, O. S. Harrison of Markle, C. Tinkham of Monroeville, Grant Teeters of New Haven, S. C. Norris of Ossian, E. J. Magor of Poneto, C. M, Hallopeter of Roanoke, L. C. Zimmerman of Uniondale, and W. L. Singer of Woodburn. The opening services Tuesday evening were conducted by Rev. F. M. Singer of Huntington, followed by prayers by Presiding Elder Norman Jones of Garrett, Cora Shackley of this city, followed by a number of short prayers from the audience. Then a hymn, “At the Cross.” was sang, which was followed by prayer by Rev. Stone. church ’choir then rendered an anthem, after which Rev. Henry W. Bennett, D. D., of the

Beery StreetjFort Wayne church, was

introduced. He rendered an address upon the subject of “the church of tomorrow” or “what the church ought to be.” According to his idea of things, future generations will bring to light church people and church workers that will be a thing of beauty ana a joy forever. At that period, people in general and Christians in particular, will be what they are and not whatlthey seem. Everybody will blossom, bloom and thrive in love and friendship, self sacrafice will not be a snare and delusion, and red tape in the’christian work will be forever discarded and relegated to the rear. When those theories all prove true every one will rejoice and the Christian work will flourish as it never flourished|before.|iiThe speaker gave evidence of being highly cultured and his remarks struck a|responsive chord and pleased gall who were favored with the privilege of hearing it. After this Rev. spoke a few minutes, | President James W. Sale made a J few announcements wbiah was followed by the benediction pronounced Norris of Ossian, which was followed by adjournment. At 8:30 yesterday morning the convention was called to order for the secondj day’s program of business. The devotional exercises were led by W. L. Singer of Woodburn, followed by a hymn by the league choir, and prayer by Rev. C. Tinkharn; t of Monroeville. After another song prayer was indulged in by the delegates, and bible reading by W. L. Singer. Mayor Quinn was| here introduced by Rev. - Gregg, and in a few well chosen words welcomed the {delegates and visitors to our city. He assured them that the gates were thrown open, and a welcome extended from the housetop of.every home|in the city. The few words of welcome were very creditable to the chief of our city, and embodied the true feeling of every one. Presiding Elder Simpson responded with thanks for the liberality extended and ?felt assured that every visitor present had been given a cordial reception and that they all ' felt encouraged in the work at hand. He also reported [that there were 16,302 members of the Epworth League and that league chapters extended over the entire’, world. Every place there is a church there is an organized EpworthJLeague.k He spoke of these facts and said we should all feel happy that Pastor Gregg was president of the cons erencejleague, Jan organiza-

tion that is somewhat national in its field of work. President Sale then made his appointments of committees on enrollment, nominations, resolulutions and program, which were as follows: Enrollment Kate Blocher of Ceylon, and Lizzie Hirons of Fort Wayne. Nominations Rev. E. T Gregg Decatur, Rev. C. C. Cissel of Fort Wayne, Mary Metzger of Angola, Elma Sutton of Geneva, H B. Hatch of Huntertown, and Sadie Allen of Ossian. Resolutions Norman Jones of Garrett, Hugh Beaver of Fort Wayne, W. E. Murray of Huntertown, Ida Mallonee of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. A. A. Stockdale of Fremont. Program Rev. F. T. Simpson of Fort Wayne, J. M. Haines of Garret, and Cora Hood of Ossian. After the appointment of these committees, the convention unanimously elected Don Quinn district secretary, an honor well conferred, Don not only will make a good secretary, but his interest in the work is such that he is deserving as well. The president then read his report, which contained many things of interest to the cause. While all of this was enjoyed there were some demonstrations of non-interest from various local chapters. These will be remedied during the year to come. The second, third and fourth vice-presidents also reported a similar feeling. The secretary’s report gives the following statistics from the various chapters in the district: Auburn—.3o members —4Bassociates, 60 guards, increase 6. Bluffton—l3B members—l 9 associates, no increase. Bobo—lo members. Pleasant Mills—discontinued. Churubusco—discontinued. Fremont—so members—7 associates. York Class—discontinued. Fort Wayne—St. Paul—2s members —25 associates, increase 12. Simpson—lo members—2o associates, 6 increase. Trinity—32 members—s associates, increase 13. Wayne St.—Bo members—63 associates. Geneva—2s members—9 associate, increase 7. Harlen—46 members—lo associate, 8 increase; Mt. Pleasant—26 members—6 associates, 2 increase. Salem—lo active members —65 associate. Alpha—l 9 members—2o associates. Huntertown—4o active members. ‘ Swan—sl members. Cedar Chapel—4s members—s associate. Wallen—74 members—s increase. <’ Huntington—7s members- 89associates. Ossian—so members—l associate. Roanoke—3o members. Slonson Chapel—discontinued. Spencerville—36 members—s associate. --V Charter Oak—4o members-7-24 associate. Beery St.—64 members. Avilla—l4 members—ls associates. ..Hoagland—l4 members—ls associates. Total members I,l43—associates 436, Juniors 968, 60 guards, increase 117.

The afternoon meeting yesterday opened with song, followed by Bible reading by Rev. C. C. Cissell of the Berry street M. E. church of Fort Wayne, Prayer service was conducted by Presiding Elder Simpson, interspersed with songs.. The School of Methods department meetings by chapter officers of local organizations, adjourned to the annex at two o’clock for a secret session, lasting one and a half hours. During the absence of President Sale at the secret session, Presiding Elder Simpson was called upon to take charge of of the exercises. Two important question were then submitted to the delegates by Elder Simpson. The first, “How to organize a league chapter,” and the second, “The relations of the league to the church and the relations of the pastor to the league.” Both these questions were ably handled and discussed by Revs. W. E. Murray of Huntertown, Jones of Leo, Griest of Coesse, Haines of Garrett, Cocking of Hoagland, Rev. and Mrs. Tinkham of Monroeville, and others.» Numerous questions were then proposed and discussed by delegates, ably assisted by Elder Simpson. The reports of the department meetings were then made and earnestly listened to by those present. The duet of the Misses Abbie and Buena Bennett, during the exercises, is worthy of special mention. Their sweet voices filled the entire edifice and they were encored to the echo. Some miscellaneous business of importance to the league was transacted and the session closed. The reports of the committee on resolutions and nominations will be made some time today, and the regular program concluded. The con- : vention has been a glittering success, and many words of praise are spoken i by the delegates for our citizens and i the way in which they have been eni tertained. The Decatur convention wilHong be remembered as one of ■ the most successful ever held in the district.

additional locals. Frank Mann visited at Pendleton last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A. P Beatty are at Van Wert, Ohio, today. A. Gillom and wife are visiting their daughter, Mrs. W. A. Marsh of Blullton. Uncle John Crawford is seriously ill and no hopes are entertained for his recovery. Rev. Hart of the Baptist church delivered the memorial address at Ossian last Saturday. J. H. Little of Pawnee City, Nebraska, joined his wife and baby in this city for a few days visit. Grandim ther Bears of Hartford township, died Tuesday evening at the age of 83. TLe funeral was held today. Mr. Whitelock, of the Huntington News-Democrat was in the city Tuesday and made this office a pleasant visit. Rev. and Mrs. J. F. Horton and Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Lutz attended the commencement exercises at Bluffton Tuesday evening. Miss Mamie Confer has accepted the position of night operator at the telephone exchange. She began duty last Sunday night. Invitations are out informing friends that Daniel Sprang will be married to Miss Lucy Vail Wednesday evening, June 9, at the home of the bride’s mother at Ossian, Indiana. Ex-commissioner Geo. Pontius was in the city yesterday on his way to Keystone to vis’t his daughter. He will also visit relatives at Elwood and Kokomo before returning. Sadie, a young daughter of Michael Johns, died yesterday morning of spinal miningitis. The funeral was held this morning at ten o’clock at the residence. In terment at Reynolds cemetery. On last Monday evening quite a number of young people gathered at the home of J. M. Breiner, in Peterson, to remind him of his 20th birthday. Ice cream and cake was served and all bad a jolly, good time. M’ss Ella Schrock, well known to many of our young people in this city, will be married at Dele ware, Ohio, on Tuesday evening, June 8% to Harry L. Reed, a prosperous young farmer of that community. Hundreds of thousands have been induced to try Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, by reading what it has done for others, and having tested its merits for themselves are today its warmest friends. For sale by Smith & Callow. j During his trip abroad, Herman Yager took about 200 pictures of points of interest encountered during his trip. They are being developed as fast as possible and will be placed on exhibition some time in the near future.

It is reported that one of our business men—on a small scale —has suddenly and mysteriously de camped for pastures anew. The cause of said departure is said to be on account ot an alleged shortage of S4OO with a company whom he had been doing business with. Not being fully assured as to the 'ruthfulness of it all, we refrain from making any bold faced assertions at this time. The City Band furnished the music for the Berne picnic Monday expecting to return at midnight of the same day. They were obliged, however, to see their fondest hopes pass by at the rate of 40 miles an hour. Rigs were then secured and made in the best way possible. A suit for damages against the railroad which so relentlessly gave them the go by, is now talked of and the boys are already figuring on the nice reserve fund they will have as soon as the suit is over. The Standard Oil company has purchased the properties of the Rowland-Ziegler Oil company, and it is one of the largest transactions oh the Indiana oil field. The re ported price is nearly $200,000. iThe property includes thousands of acres of leases, more than 100 producing oil wells and a vast amount of machinery and equipment. has been pending for some time, but it was not until today that Harry Rowland would admit that the transfer had been practically closed. The Standard will take possession this week. The Rowland Ziegler company is one of the oldest and boldest operators in Indiana. It began on a small scale, hag paid no attention to depressed markets, and it has been most fortunate in opening large pools of oil. Three summers ago the company took 90,000 barrels of oil out of one pool in Wells county, which it sold for $6,000. The wells are still producing oil.

Mrs. H. A. Asdew of Avilla, is visiting T. R. Moore and family, The infant child of Dick Boyd is seriously ill. Yesterday not much hopes were entertained for its recovery, but this morning was some bet'er. In the Gilbert vs Chron'ster trial before Squire Coffee, in which the plaintiff sought to recover the value of a horse, the jury returned a verdict this morning in favor of the plaintiff and assessed his damages at i?l 7 59. The case will be appealed to the circuit court. “For three years we have never been without Chamberlain’s Colic, Cholera and Diarrhtea Remedy in the house,’’ savs A. H. Patter, with E. C. Atkins & Co., Indianapolis, Ind., and my wife would as soon think of being without!flonr as a bottle of this Remedy in the summer season. We have used it with all three of our children and it has never failed to cure—not simply stop pain, but cure absolutely. It is all right, and anyone who tries it will find it so.” For sale by Smith & Callow. j At the recorder’s office yesterday was recorded a transfer ofoil property, the largest that has been offered for record for some time. In consideration of $17,000 George W. Bolds transfers his oil interests in this county to Daniel P. Bolds. The transfer includes his interest in the Rock Island Company, Geneva Oil Company, Dismal Oil Company and Bolds Bros, and consists of leases covering 440 acres of land, thirty-two completed and producing wells, four pumping powers, sixteen 250 barrel tanks, with boilers, engines, gas engines, derricks, tubing and all that kind of truck. This surely indicates that Dan hasn’t lost faith in the price of oil or the production of the Adams county oil field. Mr. Isaa'c Horner, proprietor of the Burton House, Burton, W. Va., and one of the most widelv known men in the state was cured of rheumatism after three years of suffering. He says: “I have not sufficient command of language to convey my idea of what I suffered, my physicians told me that nothing could be none tor me; and my friends were fu ly convinced that nothing fyut death would relieve me of my suffering. In June, 1894, Mr. Evans, then salesman for the Wheeling Drug Co., recommended Chamberlain’s Pain Balm. At this time my foot and limb were swollen to double their normal size and it seemed to me my leg would burst, but soon after 1 began using the Pain Balm, the swelling began to decrease, the pain to leave, and now I consider that lam entirely cured. For sale by Smith & Callow. j REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS. / John H Smith to Emma Smith, lot 29, Genevas2oo 00 John Schaen to Fred M Falk, w 4 lot 219, Decatur,. 400 00 Sarah J Heaston to W A Picket lot 24, Geneva 7 200 00 Elizizabeth Troutner to Emma Harshman, lot 32 Pleasant Mills Rosea Kimple to Dennis C Brandy berry, 5 a Wabash tp.. 225 00 Christian F Bleek to John M Bleek, 80 a Union tp4ooo 00 Rilla Buckmaster to Vance Biickmaster, und i oftheund 1 9 20 a Jefferson tp 51 84 OBITUARY. Alberta, wife of Samuel Meschberger, atyd daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Huffman, was born in Adams county. Indiana, July 3,1865, and died May 27, 1897, leaving full assurance of a better life beyond. She united with the Canaan Baptist church at Linn Grove in the the sixteenth year of her age. In 1894, she with her husband united with the Evangelical church at Berne, where she continued to do the Master’s work She was the mother of three children', one of which in its infancy preceded her to welcome her to the haven of rest. She leaves a husband, one son and one daughter, father and mother -three sisters and one brother to moufn earth’s loss which is heaven’s gain. She is greatly missed by all who knew her, the more in her home, but with the love of a bride and guidance ot mother, she stands waiting and watching at the golden gate for the arrival of the blessed ship Zion that shall bring you safe into the harbor. By faith and yvorks we only learn That in that land so free from sin, Again the golden hinges turn To let another angel in. How I am left, sad and alone, With no kind arms in which to flee, But oh! I’ll watch and wait and moan Until those hinges turn for me. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Pierce assisted by Revs. Steininger and Ruff at the German Ref ormed church, and laid to rest in the Berne cemetery to awaitjithe’ blessed reunion when God returns to earth again. Weep no more for all is well. The same God that was Allie’s God, be a true friend to all. Her age was 31 years, 10 months’and 24 days.

Fifty Years Ago. President Polk in the White House chair. While in Lowell was Doctor Ayer; Both were busy for human weal One to govern and one to heal. And, as a president’s power of will Sometimes depends on a liver-pill, Mr. Polk took Ayer's Pills I trow For his liver, SO years ago. Ayer’s Cathartic Pills were designed to supply a model purgative to people who had so long injured themselves with griping medicines. Being carefully prepared and their ingredients adjusted to the exact necessities of the bowels and liver, their pppularity was instantaneous. That this popularity has been maintained is well marked in the medal awarded these pills at the World’s Fair 1893. 50 Years of Cures.

Legal Advertising. PPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR. Notice is hereby given tliat the undersigned has been appolned administrator of the estate of John Brandyberry, late of Adams county, deceased. The estate is probably solvent. Simeon T, Brandyberhy, Administrator. May 24.1897. t Schurger, Reed Smith, Attorneys, 11-3 OF ADMINISTRATOR. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has been appointed administrator of the estate of Lucinda Hartman, late of Adams county, deceased. The estate Is probably solvent. Christy Stoodill, Administrator. May 24. 1897. C. M. France, Attorney. 11-3 OF ADMINISTRATOR. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned lias been appointedadininistratorof the estate of Henry Steele, late ot Adams,, county, deceased, The estate is probably solvent, " illiam Bauohman, Administrator. May 28. 1897. Peterson & Lutz, Attorneys. 12-3 TO NON-RESIDENTS. The state of Indiana, county Os Adams, ss. In the Adams circuit court. September term, 1897. Anna Roop 1 vs y No. 5.489.William M. Roop. J Divorce, It appearing from affidavit filed in the above entitled cause, that William M. Koop of the above named defendant is a non-resident of the state ot Indiana. Notice is therefore hereby given the said William M. Koop that he b. and appear before the Hon. Judge of the Adams circuit court on the sixth day of September, 189 L ihe same being the first juridiclal day ot the next regular term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city] of Decatur, commencing on Monday, the sixth day of Septem J her, A. D. 1897. and plead by answer or demur, to said complaint. or the same will lie heard and determined in his absence. Witness, my name, and the seal of said court hereto affixed, this 31st day of Mar. 1897. JOHN H. LENHART. Clerk. ..... By E. Burt Lenhart, Deputy. Ed F. Coffee, Attorney for Plaintiff. 12-3

OTICE TO NON-RESIDENTS. The state-oPlndiana. county of Adams, ss. In the Adams circuit court. April term, 1897 Edward P Simmerman i Complaint on note vs ! and to foreclose John H. Thomas. ( mortgage. Demand Lizzie E. Thomas. J $250.00 No. 5,481. It appearing from affidavit tiled in the above entitled cause, that John H. Thomas and Lizzie E. Thomas the abovemamed defendants are non-residents of the state of Indiana. Notice is therefore hereby given the said John H. Thomas and Lizzie E. Thomas that they be and appear liefore the Hon Judge of the'Adams circuit court on the sixth day of September, 1897, the same being the first furidicial day of the next, regular term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Decatur, commencing on Monday, the sixth day of September. A. u. 1897. and plead 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 21st day of May. 1897. JOHN H. LENHART, Clerk. By E. Burt Lenhart, Deputy. France & Merryman, Att’ys. for pl’tiff. 11-3 OTICE TO NON-RESIDENTS. The state ot Indiana, county of Adams, ss, In the Adams circuit court, September term, .1897. The Old Adams County ] Bank, A corporation I “V 8 ( No. 5,480. Samuel H. Sims. | Complaint on note. James Sims. I Affidavit jnwttachm’t It appearing from affidavit filed in the above entitled cause, that Samuel H. Sims and James Sims the above named defendants are nonresidents of the state of Indiana. Notice is therefore hereby given the said Samuel 11 Sims and J nines Si ms that they be and appear befqre the Hon. Judge of the Adams circuit court on the sixth day pt September, 1897, the satne being the first, Juridicial day of-the next regular term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Decatur, commencing on Monday, the 6th day of September. A. D. 1897, and plead 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 18th day of May, 1897. JOHN H. LENHART. Clerk. By E. Burt Lenhart. Deputy. France & Merryman. Att’ys, for Pl’tiff. 10-3 — y JppXECUTOR’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that I, William H. Niblick, executorof the last will and testament ot Timothy Coffee, deceased, late of Adams county, Indiana, by virtue of the power and authority invested in me as executor under and by virtue of the will of said decedent will offer for sale at private sale at the law office of France & Merryman in the city of Decatur, Indiana, between the hours of 10 o clock a, m. and 4 o'clock p. m, on (or after if not then sold) Saturday, July 3, 1897, i to the highest and best bidder the tee simple of the undivided two-thirds (2-3) part of the 1 following described real estate situated in . Adams county, in the state of Indiana, The west half of the northwest quarter of I the southeast quarter of section fourteen (14) also the northeast quarter of the southwest 1 quarter of said section fourteen (14.) Also we north thirty (30) acres off of the west hal f ot ' the southwest quarter of said section fourteen (14) all said lands being In township twenty-

seven ,27) north range fourteen (14) east. TERMS; One-third cash; one-third In nine months and one-third tn eighteen months. Deferred payments to besrti percent. Interest and seourcd by freehold mid mortgage security to the approval of said executor. William H Niblick, Executor. France & Merryman, Attorneys. 13-4 OF DITCH SALE. 4 To whom It may concern: Notice is hereby given that the undersfgnen • commissioner ot drainage In Wells county. Indliinn. who was appointed by the Junge of the Wells circuit court to superintend the construction of the Gerber Ditch located In Lani'iisier township. In Wells county, 111 (I la 11 n. and Kirkland township. In Adams county, Indiana, will on Saturday, June 26, 1897, nt the surveyor's office, in Bluffton. Indiana, proceed to sell said Gerber ditch to the lowest and best responsible bidder, except that preference will lie given according to law, to any person against whose lands assessments of bonetits have been made, to take and contract foijts many stations of said ditch as shall at the contract price amount to his assessment; provided said person will contract for same at the same rate of the lowest bidder lor said stations. Specifications plans and profile forsald ditch may bo seen on rile In the county surveyor s office in Bluffton, Indiana. Said sale will commence at 1 o’clock p. m. of saM day. Witness my hand this Ist, day of June, 1897. John H. Frostkl, 12- Supt. and Com. of Drainage, OF DITCH ASSESSMENT. To whom It may concern: You are hereby notified that the drainage commissioners of Wells county, Indiana, for the purpose of defraying the expense of constructing the Gerber Ditch which was established at the April term of the Wells circuit court in the year 1897, have made the following assessments against certain real estate describee in the report of the commissioners of drainage, in said cause, the same being on tile in the clerk’s office of Wells county, Indiana, owned by the persons hereinafter named, which assessments were confirmed by said court at the said Ap-il term, 1897, and that the undersigned. John H. Frostel, was appointed by said court to collect said assessments and superintend the Construction of said ditch. The schedule of assessments is as follows: Tn Wells county,.lndiana, John Fiechterl699 00 Daniel D Rinehart 137 50 Dani. 1 Gerber 2<hi 50 William B Little 582 05 E P Davenport 96 43 Edward and Susan Chronister 290 07 Sarah E Hart man 17 85 Georve and Harriet A Humcrickhouse.. 70 95 J B. G W and P H Drum 35 63 David Hetrick 35 63 Lancaster township 22 1 ’ 80 In Adams county. Indiana, David HetrickJ 10 71 GeorgePShaft 17 85 Maggie C Hower 35 70 Jerri- 8art0n...... 71 26 Henry Jackson 10 71 James L Zimmerman 28 56 Rachel Steele 10 71 Elizabeth Weldy 71 26 Ambrose Shoaf 53 48 Ernst Bloemke 30 31 Jacob Oettinger 5133 Louis Bracht 10 71 Kirkland tow-nship 101 85 That the above assessments will each be divided into twelve equal installments and shall bo due and payable at the office of the county surveyor of Wells county, state of Indiana. as follows: First installment, July 17. 1897. Second “ August 14, 1897. Third “ September 18.1897. Fourth “ October 16, 1897. Fifth “ November 13, 1897. Sixth ’* December 18, 1897. Seventh “ January 15,1898. Eighth “ February 12,1898, Ninth “ March 13,1898. Tenth “ April 16, 1898, Eleventh “ May 14, 1898, Twelfth t‘ June 18,1898. and that unless said assessments are paid as stipulated in this notice the same will be collected according to law. Witness my hand this Ist (lay of June. 1897. John H. Frostel, 13- Supt. and Com. of Drainage.

DECATUR DIRECTORS: CAPITAL P.W. Smith, 18100,000. J. H. Hobrock, J, B. Holthouse, NATIONAL far SURPLUS $5,000. OFFICERS: Kllhi H P. W. Smith, President. U II I V 111 J. B, Holthouse, Viee-Pres. C. A Dugan, Cashier, E. X. Ehinger, Asst. Cash’r A general banking business is transacted. Foreign drafts issued. Interest given on time deposits. Capital 2120,000. Established 18T1 THE OLD ADAMS COUNTY BANK Decatur, Indiana. Does a general banking business, makes collections in all parts of the country. Buys town, township and county ord. rs. Foreign and domestic exchange bought and sold. Interest paid on time deposits. Officers—W. H. Niblick, President; D. Studebaker, Ylce President; R. K. Allison. Cashier, and O. R. Niblick. Assistant Cashier Will you buy a bicycle now when prices are so low. An excellent wheel for $40.00. and remember this, these wheels are fully guaranteed, and any defective parts will be replaced free of cost. Many ot the very cheap wheels offered, you take chances on paving for all repairs and soon pay out the cost of a high priced wheel and still have a poor machine. FitH line of sundries and repairs and a repair-man at your service to give you guaranteed work. Same place. First-class . WHEELS TO RENT. , ■ ' <r* Some second-hand wheels, good, for 125.00 or less. • . Or will you have a piano or organ, if so, see my line and get prices then you will be convinced this is the cheapest place to buy. The 10c sheet.music will be closed out in ten copy lots for 5c per copy. 2,000 or more to select from. Come early and get the best. New music every month. Banjos, Violins, Guitars, Autoharps and Mandolins, DAN ERWIN, Monroe Street. V — Educate Vour Bowels With Cascarets. Candy Cathartic, cure constipation forever. 10c, 250. If C. 0- C. fall, druggists ref und money.