Decatur Democrat, Volume 42, Number 8, Decatur, Adams County, 5 May 1898 — Page 5

MOUNT NEWS. LU. by Our CorV respondent. Don L. Quinn, l-.up Movnt. Headquarters Co. ? »B4thßeg.l N.G,Ap R iL2B,9B. ) B, ial to Decatur Democrat. K-i lt . Decatur Militia, Co. B. 4th In- |, t - Indiana Guards arrived at ftp Mount Tuesday at 2:30 p. m., and blankets were soon ■/' "red and before night all our boys E, in comfortable quarters. Rations E‘. decidedly short the first day. K .sioned no doubt by reason of the tmanding officers failing to order E, Jays rations being brought from E' , ’ Wednesday however plenty of ■ ions were procured and no one need Khtiixn-v anv more. Our food is as E,.] fo‘the 'regular army and gives ■neral satisfaction. The nights how■er are the bane of our camp life, E] while the regulation number of Eks and blankets have been given E vet it can not equal warm beds. Ee are gradually growing used to it Ewever and complaints are of rare Eeurrence. One fact is remarkable: Eat is not a single member of Co. B Esasyet answered sick call: no one | complaining of colds, and those |iio had colds when leaving Decatur Ee rapidlv recovering and in a few Evs all will be i* l fi rst c^ass eondi- | The boys would like, if possible, to Ipress their appreciation of the royal lad-off Decatur friends gave us. fvery member of Co. B was deeply Erected and sober, serious thoughts t.vailed all the way to camp. This las particularly noticed after passing trough the towns along the way. JheiL although cheers were answered L,| applause recognized by lifting Li waving hats, yet tears would bring into the eyes and faces would k buried in their hands until the kes could be wiped. Geneva. Port Lid and Winchester especially turned Lt and every conceivable means used L show the high respect held for the joys. Words of "God speed" and pod cheer were heard on every hand. Ve could only answer "We will try jdo our duty," and we felt it to be hough. Quite a number of Decatur people lave visited our quarters and we have hown them how comfortably we are Ituated, and have set all fears at rest is to the immediate future. Letters from home are most highly ippreciated and those who receive etters are the envy of every other nember of the company. Papers rehived are eagerly scanned and every item perused. We are very proud of our company iommander Captain Miller, who as Senior Captain of our batallion is receiving attention on every hand. Not Mily is he senior Captain of the batal-

J t t : i ; t : t _A -l IJ, 1 | '£* I Jill S. Him \ft i H —■—■■ '— I . H hH | H I |H h Our line of Plows are adapted T. to our soil, and therefore it is h T- no experiment when you buy F h , a plow from us. Our line of | £ h Disc Harrows, Spring 'looth i£ h and Fargo V shaped tooth as > h well as the Sulky Spring Tooth h Harrow, have been tested thorm . oughly, tried and found satis- i >• h factory. Don t buy any of ,kh these tools until you see our ikh line. A complete line of Bug3 gies, Wagons and Surreys and , £ h everything else kept in a first- h h , class hardware store. Wire h H: I H h j and nails have advanced, but >- 3 : we have not. Call and get our h h prices, they will speak for themh selves. Champion mowers and £ h I binders, the latest and best on I h 3 earth 11£ H I | £ I Job S. Bfflß 8 Co. I Hl i j k* H I H Hra : IH H ■ U k-

lion, but the best appearing officer in the regiment. It is rumored around camp that two of our non-commissioned officers have l>een promoted to regimental positions, sergeant Andrews is to be assistant quartermaster of the regiment and sergeant Miller, sergeantmajor. They are today serving in these positions and if their work is performed satisfactorily, they will be confirmed. Examinations are now going on and man is receiving the closest scrutiny. The latest reports seem to show that physical perfection will not be required but such matters as dependent families and age limits are what are mosly closely inquired into. Company I, 4th Infantry, of Anderson, all late recruits, was the first company to be examined and out of a roster of 115 only two were returned home. These two had families, who had been left without any visible means of support. They are about such appearing fellows as the members of Co. B, and our boys are growing confident of being accepted. Jokes on the Spaniards are in great demand, and one can hear them on all sides. No one expects an early call into the field, so are taking everything easy, enjoying themselves when they can. and doing duty at all other times. Camp rules are still lax and almost every member has seen the city at least one or two times. Visitors over run the camp at all hours and in great numbers, but rules are gradually being inforced and soon the camp' will be open only a few hours in the afternoon. Letters to all Decatur boys should be addressed to “Camp’ Mount,” Indianapolis, Ind.. Co. B. 4th Infantry, I. N. G.. and all letters mailed will reach the men promptly. Don L. Quinn. Camp Mount. May 31.1898. Special to the Democrat. Co. B, 4th Infantry is now settled down to hard work, and doing their share of the drilling, detail work and all such duties as are required in the "hardening process” at a military camp. It is difficult for the boys to realize that it is a preparation for war and that military’ rules and regulations control their actions in every respect now, and that it is not civil laws we are complying with. Complaints for trivial reasons continually being made to the company commanders, and "kicks” are now an hourly occurrence. The boys are showing their soldier qualities in this respect if in no other, and they kick at every thing. Kicks are registered if some one thing is not complied with, and the same soldier will kick at the very same thing if complied with because of its delay. I saw an instance of a regulation kick today which shows the spirit of the kicks exactly. A young man of Co. A. Marion, kicked because

he had to go on guard duty while some un-uniformed man was kept back from drills and dress parades and given detail work, at officers quarters. Next day, the officer in charge had him surrender his arms to a comrade, and detailed him at the adjutant office as an orderly. This young man then kicked because he was obliged to remain in front of the tent all day and to hurry when executing orders. But for good reasons, kicks are often made, and when such a kick is made it is a vigorous one, and fairly makes one’s hair raise. Through negligence at Brigade Headquarters, two toys of Company B, were kept on duty for nearly thirty-six hours, and during the rush on Sunday, went nearly the whole day without food. Promises were made however that it should not occur again. “Isaac” Shoomaeher, true to his promise, turned up at Co. B’s quarters a short time after camp opened, and is now doing duty at the Captains tent for his grub. Craig Miller is a daily visitor at our camp and is making every effort to get to enlist. Craig tried to pass muster for the regular army but was rejected. He says he can get in the Indiana volunteers and will do so if he has to stay here all summer. Captain Miller is acting Major of the first batallion in place of Major J. J. Backman, who was granted a furlough. It is rumored that the Captain would be given charge of the new batallion recently formed. Sergeant Arthur Miller is acting batallion sergeant major for the first batallion and will probably be confirmed in that position. Don L. Quinn of Co. B. and George Stout of Co. A, have been detailed as regimental clerk and assistant clerk respectively and are now situated at the adjutants tent at regimental headquarters. Harry Quinn was taken to the City Hospital last Friday as a measles suspect but late advices at headquarters says he escaped the sickness and would be returned to his company as soon as rules would permit. Five tents of Co. B. were quaranteened on Saturday morning but were brought back into camp on Sunday. Those isolated say it was harder work to take it easy than to do soldier duty. The cold evenings do not effect the boys any more and complaints on this score are made only for something to talk about. The supply of food is plentiful and changed as often as regulations will permit. Henry Ashbaueher was taken from dress parade Monday to the hospital on account of dizzyness. but was returned to his mess in a couple of hours, with instructions to give him plenty of rest and that he would be all right in the morning. Henry laughs at the idea of sickness and can hardly be kept quiet as ordered, but wants to move around with the other boys. Twelve Decatur boys decided that they’ would not enlist in the volunteer army and were sent home Monday. On account of the send off given them by the soldiers who remained, it took more courage to go than remain.While in a few eases it was necessary that they should go home, yet in most cases the reasons were trivial and they were guyed accordingly. In the first regiment, the fellows sang “Bye, baby by,” as the crowd marched out of the lines. The fourth regiment band will disband at the end of the week and a new’ one will be organized from the regiment. Frank Gessinger, Roma Barthol and John Kern will be given trial from our company. Dick Myers is acting first duty sergeant in place of Charles Suttles who refused to volunteer and was sent home. He will no doubt be given a steady job in his position, as there are no other applicants. Visitors will be permitted to enter and leave the camp grounds all week, but access to regimental quarters is more difficult, unless it can be shown that the visitor has a definite object in entering and is not moved merely bycuriosity. The fourth regiment will probably to examined first on account of Col. Guilder being the ranking Col., since it hardly be showing respect to him by showing preference to any other ones. Let it come, we are ready and willing to be examined and mustered into tiie army, and old com pany B, will furnish its quoto of troops. If you wish to reach Alaska it will be to your advantage to call upon nearest agent Clover Leaf route. Through tickets via San Francisco or Portland at lowest rates. Full particulars upon application to C. C. Jenkins, Gen'l Pass. Agent, Toledo, It is proposed to make chewing gum pay a part of the war revenue. A packet of gum retailing at 5 cents will have to pay 1 cent. Those retailing for more than 5 cents will have to pav 2 cents. This will enable countless young ladies in the land to exhibit their patriotism. If they can’t go to war they can stay at home and help out the government by chewing gum. Homeseekers’ Excursions. On the first and third Tuesdays in May and June, 1898, the Chicago. Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway will sell round-trip excursion tickets (good for 21 days) to a great manv points in South and North Dakota and other wester,n and southwestern states, at practically one fare for the round trip? Take a trip west and see what an aniount of good land can be purchased for a verylittle money. Further information as rates, routes, prices of f/rm lands,etc.. may be obtained on application to any coupon ticket agent pr by addressing Robt. C. Jones, Traveling Passenger Agent, 40 Carew’ /Bldg., Cincinnati,

I I | Specjaiyrit | I BARGAINS FOR THIS WEEK. I ® fl® iB Everything in this line must be sold at great cut prices. i ■ ; — I I I g Fine tailormade Up Tailor made ® suits that were su ’ ts $15.00 to $lB oo 4^ at ? Ve « e MO. to Si 1.00 0 IM this week your -V a bi £ bar g ain . 8 choice, aKIJiiEW/ your choice this £ • I 5i1.98. £-10/ ™> 9s | ■ At. J'B) 7 57.95. « g Elegant suits were I I that were ~~~~ #BSO, I $12.50 to $13.50 /j i'i >\ a very nobby X; the latest style 111 ■ \ neat made 1 ' skirt and jacket I M 1 \ suit -_ all w ° ol 1 ® , . / .H ' suiting fi 1 your choice ' | your choice, It SS.9S. ? ; 56.90. » I XU—I I —— I Great Cut prices in all kinds of ready-made Skirts. B jj® Cal) and see. This is your chance for a bargain. B i ' I | |

The New Fair Store has special sales every Saturday. Fresh fruint, nuts and candies ofall kinds at Coffee & Baker’s. ts Be sure and get a spittoon at the New Fair Store for 10 cents. “ts Now is the time for bargains in buggies at Ashbaucher & Bell s. 6tf You can get solid oysters and XX NX crackers at Coffee X Bakers. 44-ts Otto Ehinger and Eugene Christen are in Rockford today on business. Look here. We cannot be downed on a buggy deal. Ashbaucher & Bell. 6tf The Michigan Buggy Co. line of buggies for sale by Ashbaucher & Bell. ' Gtf Ashbaucher & Bell’s line of buggies can not be beat. Come and see for yourself. 6tf Standard calicoes, the kind that washes, at the New Fair Store for 3| cents per yard. 7tf The grocery department at the New Fair Store is complete. Every thing new and fresh. For Saturday at the New Fair Store, 36 inch unbleached muslin, 10 yards for 35 cents. 7tf We take good paper in payment for buggies. Come and see us. Ashbaucher & Bell. 6tf If you have butter and eggs bring them to the New Fair Store. They pay the highest market prices. In the list of names who belongs to Company B and who were ordered to the front last week, we omitted the name of Ralph Knoff. Ralph is a son of councilman Harry B. Knoff and will no'doubt be one of the boys who will pass the examination ai d enter the United States service. The D. of P. Club were entertained last evening by Miss Florence Campbell at the home of Mrs. Bert G. Lynch on Monroe street. An excellent time is reported by everyone. Cards' and refreshments were the order. At progressive pedro the winners of the first prizes were Charles N. Christen and Sfiss Jessie McLean and of the booby prizes were Miss Mavme Fullenkamp and Frank Barthel. Rev. Duckett, who has been attending college in Lane's University at Cincinnati will graduate tomorrow. In token of the high esteem in which he is held by the members of the Christian Endeavor society of this city a handsome boquet of flowers was sent to him today bv that organization. Rev. Duckett will immediately return to this city and take up his work at the Presbyterian church. The Democrat joins with our citizens in welcoming him into our midst.

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.*U.. ■ Don't forget us when looking for a I buggy. Ashbaueher & Bell. 6tf I Follow the crowd at meal time.' They all go to Coffee & Baker's ts ■, Have you seen our cheap road wa- ; gons. Ride as easy as a buggy and look better. Ashbaueher & Bell. 6tf Al. Fristoe at the Peoples’ Bakerykeeps open day and night which makes it quite convenient for persons going south on the G. R. & I. at midnight. ' Hot lunch at all hours. Opposite court house. Be good to yourself, and good to , your friends. When you treat a friend to whiskey, give him the best. Harper Whiskey is the beverage for vour friends and for you. Sold by Luttman & Burdge, Decatur, Ind. The fact is not generally known that the powers met in 1856 in Paris and agreed to what is called "The Parisian Protocol,” by which they bound themselves that in case of war , being threatened between two friendlypowers they would offer their good , services toward a peaceful settlement. , This has been done both in Spain and here, and with that the case rests. Notice. We, the undei signed, do 1 hereby agree to refund the money on 1 two 25-cent bottles of Baxter’s Man- ; drake Bitters, if it fails to cure con- ' stipatioi), billiousness, sick headache, i or any of the diseases for which it is i recommended. Also will refund the i money on a 50 cent bottle of Down s i Elixir, if it does not cure any cough, 1 cold, croup, whooping cough, or throat ! or lung difficulty. We alsoguarantee one 25 cent bottle of either of the above to prove satisfactory or money refunded Page Blackburn.

Read What Your Neighbors Say. MRS. WINNES, corner Filth and Jefferson streets, Decatur. Ind., writes: Havlmr faithfully tested your Dr. Bayer s Cough Syrup and Penetrating Oil, I must say that I am highly pleased with them aud shall use no other in the future. XAVIER M. MILLER. North Fifth street, Decatur, Ind., save: It irives me great pleasure to state that I can not praise your Dr. Bayer's Cough Syrup too highly. It cured mine and my neighbor's bad cold very promptly, MRS. A. C. WAGONER. Decatur. Ind., says: I admit tnat your Dr. Baver's Cough Syrup. Penetrating Oil and Spanish Cross Tea are the best remedies I have ever used. They do all they are recommended to do. ty Ask for pamphlets and samples at B. J . Smith’s drug store.

E. J. Bailey, J m # tan UuU UUu U Studebaker Block.

Bucklcn’s Arnica Salve. The Irest salve in the world for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, I fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, ’ chilblains, corns, and all skin eruptions, and positively cures piles or no pay required. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by Page Blackburn. Don't miss, when in Decatur, to visit the New Fair Store. You will find everything there from 1c up. Charged with throwing stones at a hearse in which a body was being conveyed to the grave, Mrs. Mary E. White was a few days ago, at Williamsport, Pa., fined $lO by a magistrate and held in bail to keep the peace. The body in the hearse was that of Florence Hagan, who had committed suicide in jail, after being sentenced to a year's imprisonment for stealing from Mrs. White. Two hundred dollars for selling “Story of Spain and Cuba.” Revised up to date. Full account of the explosion of the “Maine.” International News & Book Company, of Baltimore, Aid., offers2oo.oofor selling 200 copies of “Story of Spain and Cuba.” The greatest selling book of the century; complete to date; full account of the explosion of the “Maine;” all about Spnin and Cuba and War: 150 magnificent pictures; 500 pages; retail $1.50. One agent sold 57 in one day; another made SIS in one hour. Most liberal terms; freight paid; credit given; outfit free. Send 25 cents postage and packing. Write them immediately. Agentsalso wanted for authorized life of Frances Willard, by Anna Gordon, most liberal terms.