Decatur Democrat, Volume 42, Number 13, Decatur, Adams County, 9 June 1898 — Page 8

Royal makes the food pare, wholesome and delicious. o fcoY.ja PBi POWDER Absolutely Pure ROYAL BAKING POWDER ®O., NEW YORK. Monroe. Preaching was well attended Sunday night. The doctors say that Frank Brandyberry is on the road to recovery. Omer Lewellen returned home from his visit in Deleware county. Several of Monroe's democrats attended the convention at Muncie Wednesday. John Mayer and family of Decatur were the guests of Wm Scherer and family Sunday Several families from this place will take their annual outing on the banks of St. Mary's next Sunday. We do not say much about men going to bellings but when women have to go. as some did in Monro* l we think it is about time to call a halt. Linn Grove. L. L. Dunbar represented this part of the political viuyard at the congressional convention at Muncie last Wednesday. David Meshberger is pumping the water from his stone quarry, when the the business of getting out stone will be resumed. Henry Birt, wife and son, who have been visiting here for some weeks past, left for their home near Beloit, Kansas, last Thursday. Commencement exercises will take place at the Baptist church here on Saturday evening the 18th. by the musical class of Emma Runyon to which a general invitation is extended. We score one more for our contracting firm, Hoffmann A Liddy, by reason of securing the contract for | constructing a four room addition to the school building at Ossian. Contractor Kreep of Bluffton, was the. lowest bidder for the work but de-1 faulted his bid. The firm of Hoff-

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mann & Liddy having the secondjowest bid consequently secured the contract. Our promoters or superstition see various evil forebodings that are to materialize as a public calamity in the near approaching future. The cause of this fanaticism is derived from the fact that that the letter B is readily found on the blade of the oats which in other years failed to catch the observers eye. Readers of the Democrat who have not beheld this blood curdling phenomenon should examine the blade of that of that cereal and satisfy a doubting mind. Pleasant Mills. Mrs. Rebecca Cowan of Decatur, is visiting relatives'here. Attorney J. William Hill transacted legal business at Decatur Monday. Quite a number of Decatur people attended the funeral of S. B. Merris. ' Mrs. H. Worden and daughter of Frankfort are calling on relatives at i this place. Rev. N. P. Barton performed the ordinance of baptism on six people Tuesday morning. T Rev. J. Freeinan and family left, Monday, for Michigan, where they will visit a few days. There will be an ice cream social at the Baptist church Saturday evening. 18th. All are invited. John Myers and family and Green Boyd and family, of near the county farm, Sundayed here with friends. Again we are called upon to announce the death of one of our respected and worthy citizens. S. B. Merris, who died Sunday. Funeral at the Baptist church Tuesday afternoon conducted by Rev. D. B. Reckard. The Masonic fraternity attended in a body and performed the rites of the order. Interment in Pleasant Mills cemetery. Berne. Uncle Sam Reisen is very siek. C. P. Hirshy has built a fine residence south of town. The Berne Telephone company will organize a stock company. Fred Xeaderhouser and family visited at Linn Grove Sunday. Mrs. Rev. C. M. Pierce is visiting her parents at Cambridge City. F. M. Schirmeyer of Decatur, was a business caller at Berne Tuesday. Joe Welty of Fort Wayne attended the funeral of Ed. Gilliom Tuesday. Wm. Baumgartner and family returned from a visit to Bluffton, Ohio. ; Thursday. The residences of Fred Xeader- | hotiser and Daniel Sauffer are nearly ' completed. I The deceased Lalior Boegli willed •850 each to the Reformed and Men-

nonite churches. Rud Lehman. Jacob Atz. Sam Simisou and Theo. Hopkins drove over to Rockford, Ohio, Sunday. Miss Della Harruff and brother Orvel. of Decatur, spent Sunday with their grandma east of town. Rev. Ruff was quite sick last week but was able to attend the session of Reformed classes at Magiey Sunday. Labor Boegli. 64 years old. died at at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wahli. where he made his abode. Sunday evening. Funeral occurred Tuesday afternoon at Reformed church, of which he was a member. Rev. Ruff officiating. Ed Gilliom. 17 years old, son of Chris Gilliom. living south of town, was drowned in the Wabash river Sunday afternoon. It took two hours to recover the body. Funeral took place at the Mennonite church Tuesi day forenoon. With the hot weather the question again arises why can wo not have good drinking water? Most of our people use rain water, not being able to have wells drilled. An agitation for a water works plant might not lie out of place just now. It would certainly lie a good investment for some capitalist to put in a plant here. The town council met Monday night and elected Sam Simison a member of the school board, the term of Rev. Sommers having expired. During his | three years service Mr. Sommers gave the schools excellent service, being specially fitted for the work. Sam Simison. who was president of the board of trustees a number of years, will make a good member. Cuba Libre. The consequence of the invasion by Lopez was a total devastation of the island, for neither the Cubans nor the Spaniards were very careful in saving the property their only aim being to inflict as much damage as possible to the opposing party. Thus the fields of grain were destroyed, villages and plantations were burned by both parties and this was an every day occurrence and the reconcentration was at that time practiced by Gen. Bolmaseda as lately under Wyler. The people of the country districts were driven into the cities or villages where thousands of them died by starvation or sickness, and their houses, barns, &c., were burned to the ground. The Spaniards considered this measure a necessity for they were losing ground continually, as the socalled rebels were ahvay recieving help from outside. In 1869 the Polander. Rolotf. brought them ai l. and in 1870 Gen. Jardan (an ex-confeder-ate), succeeded in landing a force and gaining a battle at G uaimaro, cutting up the Spanish force. In 1873 Calixto Garcia and Maximo Gometz raised an army and defied the Spanish government. Os course they were not strong enough to accomplish what they had expected, and finally in 1879, when Carlos Cespedes, the president of the republic, was murdered, and Gen. Agramanto. one of their ablest generals was killed in the battle, they became disheartened and in 1876 Martinez Campos made a treaty of peace with the ‘insurgents, this treaty was ratified in 1878. This treaty gave more liberty to the Cubans; it gave them some independence as they were allowed to chose some of the representatives.

Campos had promised too much. On returning to Spain the government annulled his treaty, and even when he ghased the cabinet he was not able to carry his point as far as the Cuban treat v was concerned, and he resigned. Therefore no change was made in Cuba for the better, but a change for the worse followed; the poor people were pressed still more for taxes. The debt of the island grew and grew, until it reached the enormous amount of $500,000,000, and if this state of things would have kept on it would have lieen a total ruin for Cuba in a short time. Under these conditions it is not to lie wondered at that the Cubans waited seventeen years lief ore they again tried to free the island from the Spanish yoke? The reason they waited so long was that to lie sure of success they must lie thoroughly prepared. The preparations were' carried on secretly in Cuba and other countries, especially in the U. S. Money and amunition was raised to be ready for a general outbreak in 1895, but, as is often the case, the plan was revealed to the Spaniards and in consequence j the flag of the insurectionists was furled February 24. in the provinces of Mantanzas and Guantanama. It is not necessary to go over the whole ground of this insurrection, liecause every one is familiar with it as our own nation has taken a hand in the game, and let us hope that the game may soon be played out. The causes are the same as previous; the Spaniards are not able to quell the insurrection, and the Cubans are not strong enough to gain their liberty; the same brutalities of the Spaniards defying all rights of humanity, murdering innocent people, driving together the people like sheep in an open field with no shelter, no food. &c., are all fresh in our memories. Now our nation has taken part and the outcome is not doubtful, but how many battles may be fought, how many brave men may lose their lives is written on anothe leaf (not yet unfolded). May Cuba lie able, if she has gained her freedom, to govern herself. Couches. Couches. Couches. Owing to the great demand for those up to date couches at $5.98, we will continue the sale during the week ending Saturday, June 18, 1898. Remember they are filled with tow and cotton and have 26 oil tempered springs. Come early and select your color. Acten <k Gay. 13-1

Awarded Highest Honors—World's Fair, DHL > CREAM MOST PERFECT MADE. A pure Grape Cream of Tartar Powder. Free Ammonia, Alum or any other adulterant. YEAPC the STANDARD < Notice! This is to certify that my wife Mrs. William A. Thompson, has left my bed and board without just cause or provocation and that I will not l>e responsible for any debts that she may contract. William A. Thompson. 13_3 Pleasant Mills, Ind. From the May settlement sheet issued by Auditor Mangold, sjiows the collections for state tax to be $».249.56, benevolent institution fund tax .82.470.58. state debt sinking fund sl,482.38. state school 6.375.31. state educational institution fund $823.30, county 820.753.86. township 85.5.31.56, tuition 86.178.71. special school $9.823.09, road $10,612.28. dog $1,251.50, county sinking fund $2,480.66, turnpike $2,101.69. township bridge $5.630.20, corporation $12,952.60, ditch $1,500.72. library $215.49, poor $967.47. Decatur and' Bluffton gravel road $3,078.86; total .$96,170.82. E. W. Kruse, who has supplied the people of the German Reformed church of this city, since the resignation of Rev. H. W. Vitz, and who was honored with a call from the above congregation presented himself to the board of examiners of the Zion elassis of the synod of the Northwest which convened at Magiey, Ind., on the second day of this month to make his first examination in whick he was successful. Accordingly, and to the rules of the church, he was on Monday night. June 6, in the presence of his congregation ordained to the ministry, and after these ceremonies installed, and has now taken posession of the work in his congregation. Those present assisting were Rev. J. Hauser of Archbold. Ohio, president of the Zions classis; Rev. E. Vornholt of Magiey, secretary; Rev. G. Engleinan of Auburn. Rev. C. H. Schoepfle of Bluffton. Rev. Bosch of Ft. Wayne. Rev. Kohl of Edgerton. Ohio. Rev. Kruse is a young man of great ability and we predict for him unlimited success in his field of labor. The Democrat on behalf of the citizens of Decatur welcomes him among us. FACTS IN A FEW LINES. Ceilings of stamped steel are becoming popular. A Russian does not become of age until he is 26. In 1897 Ohio furnished almost 37,000 tons of grindstones. The gold coins of Great Britain contain one-twelfth alloy. Every year about 18,000 horses die, or are killed, in Loudon. Electricity travels about 90,000 miles a second—faster than light. The first printing press in the United States was introduced in 1629. The Eiffel tower is eight inches shorter in winter than in summer. Brandy contains more alcohol than any other spirits or wine—namely, 54 per cent. Smoking is permitted in the prisons in Belgium only as a reward for good behavior. There are over 60,000 lighthouses erected on the most dangerous points on the world’s coast Prisoners when arrested in Marocco are required to pay the policeman for bis trouble in taking them to jail. It has been proposed to equip London policemen with portable electric batteries to feed electric lights on their helmets. Taking the average depth of the ocean to be three miles, there would be a layer of salt 230 feet deep if the water should evaporate. On the Yukon, at a distance of from 700 to 800 miles from the sea, there -are many points where the river is 20 miles wide. The greatest height ever reached in a balloon was 26,160 feet. Two of the three aeronauts who made this ascent were suffocated. It is said that a Scotchman planted the first thi-tle in Australia out of love for bis native land, and now millions of the plant afflict the land. The royal crown of Persia, which dates back to remote ages, is in the form of a pot of flowers, surmounted by an uncut ruby the size of a hen’s egg. Great Britain has a longer seacoast line than any other nation in Europe. It measures 2,755 miles, with Italy second, 2,472 miles. Russia ranks third and France fourth. Lord Erskine, speaking of animals, and hesitating to call them brutes, bit upon that happy phrase, “the mute creation,” which scarcely applies, however, to mules or dogs. The Christian names of the Princess of Wales are Alexandra Caroline Mary Charlotte Louisa Julia. She was born cn Dec. 1, 1844, and is the eldest daughter of the king of Denmark To Cure Constipation Fore ter. Take Cascarets Candy Cathartic. 10c or Sc. L C. C.C. tail to cure, druggists refund money

Special Announcement Os the New Fair Store, the originators of low p r j Ce For one week only . From June 13 to June 18. Mrs. Ferguson, of Chicago, expert fitter and demonstrator of Kabo corsets, will have personal charge of our corset department. for the purpose of fitting all Kabo corsets, without extra charge. We ask all ladies who cannot get perfect fitting corsets to call and take advantage of this lady's experience, for we guarantee a fit that will lie satisfactory in every respect Whether vou need a corset now or later, we would advise vou to call, as Mrs. Ferguson will lie able to give you much valuable information. It is the opinion of nearly all ladies that a 8.3.00 corset is truer and lietter fitting than one costing a dollar, and with most lines such is a fact, but not so with the Kabo corset. We can safely sav that this demonstrator is superior to anv you ever met. as’she has the reputation of being the best in‘the United States. THE NEW FAIR STORE, DAVE VAN CLEEF, Prop. Butter and Eggs taken in trade. The Oldest, the Largest and the hl Incorporated. Capital $125,000, iisriDTJLiNrjk Medical and Smwal Milt No. 10 W. Wayne Street.

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TWENTY-FIVE YEARS EXPERIENCE. DR. YOUNGE has treated over 40,000 patients in the State of Indiana since 1872, and with perfect success in every ease. A STRONG STATEMENT. Dr. Youngs has deposited One Thousand Dollars in the bank as a forfeit that he has treated more cases of Chronic Diseases ami performed more remarkable cures than any other three specialists in the state of Indiana. New metliodsof treatment and new remedies used. All Chronic Diseases and Deformities treated successfully—such as diseases of the Brain. Heart. Lunas, 1 r.rcmL Eye and Ear, Stomach, Liver. Kidneys (Bright's disease). Bladder, Kectuui. reuuie Diseases. Impotency, Gleet, Seminal Emissions, Nervous Diseases, Catarrh, hupiure. Biles, Stricture, Diabetes, etc., ete. Consumption and Catarrh can be Cured. Cancers and all Tumors Cured without pain or use of knife As God has prepared an antidote for the sin-sick soul, so has He prepared antidotes for a diseased-sick body. These can be found at the lounge’s Medical and Surgical Institute. After an examination we will tell you just what we can do for you. benefit or cure you. we will frankly aud honestly tell you so, Patients can successfully at a distance. Write tor examination aud question blanks, btreeic aud carriages direct to the Institute. Call on or address J. W. YOUNGE, A. M., M. D., President. N. B. SMITH, M. D., M. C-, Manager. No. 10 W. Wayne St. FT. WAYNE, IND-

MARKETS. CORRECTED BY J. D. HALE. GRAIN MERCHANT, DECATUR, IND. Wheat, new g 90 . Corn, per cwt (mixed) 40 , Corn, per cwt (yellow) 40 Oats, old 25 Oats, new 25 ( Rye 40 . Barley 30 , Clover seed 2 40 ' Timothy 1 10 i Butter 14 Eggs, fresh 08 Chickens 05 Ducks 05 Turkeys 08 Geese 04 Wool 16 to 18 Wool, washed 18 and 20 Hogs .3 85 TOLEDO MARKETS, JUNE 8, 1:30 P. M. Wheat, new No. 2 red,cash.. ..SI 021 July wheat 84| June corn No. 2 mixed, cash.. 33 Prime clover, Oet 3 60 Men Wanted -Sehoil teachers, mechanics, farmers, machine agents, anyone honest and willing to hustle, we will pay good wages and give stead} - employment. With our facilities and personal help any man fully , alive and willing to work can win a paying position with us. Apply quick, stating age. L. L. May & Co. ’ Nurserymen, seedsmen & florists, St. | Paul, Minn. 9-8

DR. J. W, YOUNGE. President American Association Medical and Surgical Specialists. -THE - Ablest Specialist in the Country, WILL BE AT THE BURT HOUSE, ON Monday, June 20. M Dr. Yonnge has treated more cases of Chronic Diseases than any other three doctors in the state. We can cure Epilepsy

Clover Leaf Excursions. Turnfest. Danville, 111., June ll"* 1 12. Indiana and Illinois stations. Mystic Shrine, Dallas. Tex.. J’ ' and 13. all stations. Republican Convention. Springfield, 11l ■ J |in, ‘ t 13 and 14. 111. stations. Coal Deale* Ass’n. Toledo. Ohio. June 13 and »• Ohio stations. Homeseekers ex< sions. west and south, June ian • all stations. U. B. in Christ. ToWft June 15 and 16, all stations. Order United Am. Meeh., Louis" ; Ky.. June 19 and 20. all stationIndiana Music Teachers Assn, Fayette, Ind.. June 28 and stations. Nat’l Dental Ass n, Bay. O„ June 21 to 23. all station-. Ohio Teachers' Ass n. Put-m -' June 28 and 29, Ohiostations. ■ . of Am. Wheelmen. Indianapolis. Aug. 8 and 9. all stations. As’bly, Winona Lake, InJ-’ lll 15. stations Delphos to E. > • • dOll . Imp. Order Red Men. Bloomwg* Ind., Aug. 16 and 17. Indiana s*, Conference of Friends. R" ; o f Ind., Aug. 19 and 20. stations ■ > Frankfort. “All stations ‘ t .: 0I)f . tickets will be sold from all ■‘ st# “Indiana stations" from * IK ‘. n®tions only, etc. For rates, re t its and full information see an " or address C. C. Jenkins. Gen. Agent, Toledo, O. Educate Year Howeln With Candy Cathartic, cure constipau do(?c e!. 100.25 c. IfC.C.C.faii,‘tr“SS ists