Decatur Democrat, Volume 46, Number 40, Decatur, Adams County, 11 December 1902 — Page 6

THE DEMOCRAT IfMBT 'HrUOIT MOBjriSGBT LEW 0. EUMHUI. PaHuber. n,OO PEE YEAR IX ADVANCE. EaMred at the postcflce at Decatar. Indiana at second-cl as, mail matter. OFFICIAL PAPER OF ADAMS COUMTY. THURSDAY, DEC. 11. M ith the withdrawal of Paine. Littlefield and Dalzell from the speakership contest "Uncle" Joe Can non now has a clear field. Hassa wants it distinctly understood that he is not out of politics nor does he intend to get out. He is ap parently after somebody’s scalp. A member of the coming legislature hailing from Crown Point, announces his intention of introducing n bill abolishing the office of countv truant officer. That old chestnut of placing the prosecuting attorneys and justices of the peace on a salary ra again being brought to the surface. It comes regularly every two years and per haps now is as near enactment as it will ever be. A good boats bill was the first Wil introd need in the house this ses sio«. Money spent for this purpose would not he wasted, and would be of more direct benefit to the people than all other appropriations for public improvements. The bill granting limited suffrage to the neople of the district of Columbia is likely to meet with some opposition. Its passage would me«n ulti mately the election of some negro to congress, for Washington is fast be coming the mecca of that race. Colcmbia and the United States have resumed negotiations in the matter of the canal treaty. As the president has the power to construct a canal at some other point in the event of failure of title for the right of-way at Panama, an early settle ment of the disputed points mav be looked for. Representative Dirksox will wood ' take up his temporary residence in Indianapolis, where he will remain during the session of the legislature. The representative from Wells conntv has announced this far in advance that Le is fur Hon. J. A. M. Adair for minority leader and Hon. B. F. Shive ley of South Bend, as his choice for the empty honor of United States sena tor against Senator Fairbanks. It occurs to us at this distance that the citv council are doing an injustice to the electric light branch of our citr government. Instead of doubling the flat rate on small consumers and compelling them to pay outrageous price* for lights or dig up sl2 or sls for a meter they would better ferret out those who are using the light without charge and dance them up un the carpet. Then the council can better talk price after they have ex erted the influence of their office to ward giving satisfactory service. The business men do not relish being left in the dark on Saturday night. Thev too. like something better than a little red haze that a tallow candle would put to shame. M hen these points are overcome the business men and con Burners generally will meet the coun cil ahd discuse the question of price with due fairness to all concerned. I

| NOTICE! I iTake advantage of the | SELLING OUT SALE I at the | NEW FAIR STORE I Everything must be sold I regardless of cost. . . I I Toys and Fancy Goods I at less than cost.

The coal strike is at an end as is also the chances of hard coal being * used by consumers in this city, unless they had a surplus from last year on hand. Tne latest quotation is Sl2.H’ : per ton, an outrageous price. ‘ It is now hinted from Washington . that Statesman Jim Statesman of Peru, may be appointed Minister to Japan. The Indiana delegation are for him but as Senator Fairbanks is * I somewhat of a hoodoo, the matter is unsettled. Governor Dtrblx has announced ■ his intention of appointing Sidney W. * Conger as chief oil inspector. The position pays £2600 a year besides a system of fat fees This will add another to the political machine which is under construction by the r wily Governor Durbin. ' The president had another short interview with Senator Fairbanks and - with considerable satisfaction in- ‘ formed him that his recommendation ‘ for United States district of Indiana ‘ judge, would not go. Toe president then appointed A. B. Anderson of Crawfordsville, the same having been e ratified bv the senate. f ’ ! I New York financiers are trying to ‘ arrange for a loan to Venezuela whereby that country can satisfy its European creditors. While this government would like to see this accom- , plished, yet the state department has 1 given them to understand that this country will in no way become liable - or responsible for the repayment of f such monies. > ? The Virginia legislature has under consideration a bill making it "unlawful for any person to kiss another ? unless be can prove by his familv physician that he hasn't any contagious or infectious disease." As the pronoun is masculine it is presumed that only the men will have to go around with medical certificates in their pockets. The senate committee on territories has. by a vote of 6 to 5. agreed to report favorably for a bul admiring Oklahoma, leaving Arizona and New Mexico to renew their application for statehood at some later date. The democratic members of the committee joined with Mr. Quay of Pennsylvania' in voting for the omnibus bill which provides for the admission of all three. It* looks like the Monroe Doctrine is about to have another practical test of its inviolability. England and Germany have long felt that this princi pie heldj to «? tenaciously by the L cited States for over a centurv. was a thorn in the flesh, and which has ' been more or less painful to them. Thev have had longing eyee on rich and tempting territory of the W estern World tor many years and at time* have made tests o< our determination to stand by that doctrine. The last notable instance was that when Pre® ] dent Cleveland read his orders to : Johnnie Bull m the Bluefields and i Central American trouble in l*ys < Then it was England alone: now it , is a combination of two of the great I est powers of Europe. Their belief . eridentlv is that the popular senti i msnt of this country has outgrewn i the notions and standards of oar I fathers: tnat the last few years have i destroyed the idol with many others i we so tenaciously held to in the past i < >ur departure from the old paths tc incorporate into our government the j British colonial system so bitterlv detested ov our fathers, has led the lat { ter day Europeans to believe that we i are also read vto let go of the doc- < trine that European nations must ] keep hands off this continent. <

The annual report of the secretary ’ of the intenor is not favorable to the i proposed law. for the leasing of the remaining public lands to the cattleI men. Such a law would mean the retarding if not stopping of all settle ment by homesteaders. It would amount practically to turning the vast ■ stretches of public domain over to the immense live stix-k interests to the ’ ; exclusion of all others. II i The naval maneuvers which are being conducted on such a grand tale in southern waters is for the purpose of not only of testing the ability of our sailors, but to train them >n attack and defense of ports. The gun ners are to be giver target practice which is a good thing as it will prepare them for an emergency. The , money spent will not be wasted if the efficiency of the navv is thereby increased.' The only note of regret heard is not for the powder burnt but for the coal which will go up in smoke. Whatever else may be said of Dr. H. F. Costello who retires as seere tary of the Adams County board of health, it must be admitted that he labored zealously to comply with the rigid mandates of the law. In doing this be not only complied with his sworn duty but be preserved the health and perhaps the lives of many people during the aggravated times of prevailing malignant diseases He did well his duty and deserves ail the bouquets that are running loose. The new secretary. Dr. J. M Miller, is an old time practioner and we predict for him the same success along the same lines. Strict quarantine is an easy preventive and should be prae-I ticed upon the least provocation. When two years ago. Brigham Roberts. a democrat, was elected to con -1 gress from Utah, press and pulpit teemed with leaders and sermons demanding that be be refused admittance to the bouse, because he was an exponent of polygamy. The house nghteously expelled him. But now the republican papers are engaged in the effort to show that the admission of Apostle Smoot to the United States senate, to reoresent would not be subversive of public morals, although Smoot and Roberts are mem bers of the same Mormon church. Strange to say. we hear nothing from the pulpit against the republican Mormon. The republican press is actuated by a well-defined fear of the lose of Utah's electoral vote, and po-' litically. though not morally, may be excused. But how about the church?, Surely there is no politics in the pulpit.- Huntington Democrat. Congress has again convened. There is the usual amount of surplus I talk. Now that the strew of the cam- \ paign is over the majority of the mem-; bers are not so anxious to act on pressing questions the crying needs .f the people as they were just before the fourth of November. Os course there will be some attempt at trust legislation as the president in his message urged congress to act, but the majority is not united on this question. Apparently nothing wul be accomplished along these lines unless by the aid of democratic votes. Many of the latter have expressed a deter minatioo to co-operate as it amounts to carrying out the democratic doctrines. The message by reason of its , marked conservatism was a great dis-' appointment to those republican poli-! ticians who are seeking Roosevelt’s overthrow. This failure to fulfill the predictions of the old leaders of bis own partv that he would alienate conservative republicans by his radicalism. was very thoughtlees and cruel on the president s part. By this he has not brought his enemies any closer rather widened the breach.

Holthouse, Schulte & Cos. Store HOLIDAY GIFTS -MEN’S AND BOY’S CLOTHING — What could be a more practical present than one of our nice suits or overcoats. SMOKING JACKETS— We are recognized headquarters for these handsome garments . . $5.00, $6.50, $8.50, SIO.OO Men’s hats in all the new shapes sl.oo to $3.00 Men’s white vests, the proper thing now . . . $2.00 to $3.50 Men's fine shirts, all the new creations . . .... 50c to $1.50 Men's plain and fancy hose2sC and 50c pair Men's gloves, lined or unlined 50C to $2.00 pair Men’s fur driving gloves . . . SI.OO, $1.50 and $2.00 pair UMBRELLAS — The most complete and perfect assortment to be found in the city. The handles are natural wood, horn and sterling silver .... $1.50 to $5.00 Men's and boys’ caps all shapes, cloth and plush . . 25C to $1.50 Men’s mufflers, wool and silk . . . . 25c to $1.50 Wav's mufflets 50c and 75c Men’s fine handerchiefs, all styles, linen and silk . . 10c to 50c Swellest and largest assortment of holiday neckwear ever shown. All shapes 2sC to SI.OO Traveling bags, all sizes and qualities sl.so to $ll.OO Suit cases, an extensive line . $1.50, $3.00, $6.00, $6.50 An elaborate display of practical presents dear to the heart of every man or bov. Make your selections early while the stocks are complete. Holthouse, Schulte & Co.

The latest is cholera in the Philippines, there now being reported one hundred thousand casee, as well as seventy thousand deaths. The situa tion is frightful. The trial of the deposed sheriff of Sullivan county is being beard at the governor's office in Indianapolis. As the governor is sitting in the capacity of judge, the defendant has bas but little chance of recovering the office he held. Governor Durbin removed him for permitting a negro prisoner to be delivered to a mob, Coxgbessmax Miebs of Indiana, who is the. best authority on pension legislation in the bouse, believes that some laws will be enacted of benefit to the old soldier at the present session of congress. The view which he takes of pension legislation is. in fact, decidedly optimistic. He said: “Within a few days there will be a conference of the invalid pensions committees of the two houses, when it is probable that some important action will lie taken. Two bills which I think stand a good show of becoming laws at this session are those increas ingthe pensions of all limblees veter ans 110 a month and increasing the pension of every veteran whc is deaf, blind or otherwise helpless frcin sl2 to §3O a month. These bills are already pending and in good shape for passage. Ose of the amusing incidents to the average newspaper editor is the busi I neas man who does not believe in ad | vertising. He will tell you with that self importance that should follow an actual knowledge of the subject, that people do not read advertisements. That it gives competitors an oppor tunity to learn price® and the following morning a placard adorns the window of this competitor’s business house giving a price a few cents lower than the one named in the advertise ment. These are the principal objections offered. The funny feature of this argument comes when these business men desire the suppression of news. Thev desire it suppressed , because they know the people will , read it, and they do not* care for ad vertising because the people do not read it. How is that for a contradiction and is it an v wonder the editor I feels like going out behind the barn and kicking himself for not finding it out sooner. We mention this at this time simply because we have under gone the suppression act, and we sub ' mitted simply because we have no desire to injure the credit or standing of any business firm or individual. But advertising is an important ’ feat ure of an editor's business. It Is legitimate and every successful busi • ness man is not only a liberal adver User but a beleiver in the fundamental | principal that printer’s ink is a step ping stone to business success.

WATT. Schools and churches are closed on account of smallpox. ! Now after Thanksgiving turkey. 1 how about Christmas? Miss Cora Harvey is visiting at the j home of Mrs. John Woods. Mrs. Will Hitchcock bas recovered from a severe attack of tonsilitis. , E. H. Lyons and wife have return-1 ed home after a few days’ visit with < Decatur friends. j Our neighbors a:e happy, as they are all now from under quarantine, except Geo. Stevens. Alice Bowen has returned to Clark , Brothers, after spending a few days with friends in Liberty township. Charley Snyder and familv have ' moved into their new dwelling which is a fine affair with all the latest improvements, Mrs. Laura Marton of Hartley. lowa, is expected tb arrive this com- ? ing Tuesday, in Decatur. She is a sister of Mrs. Alice Beltz of this place. PLEASANT HILLS. Preaching at the Baptist church next Sunday morning. The series of meetings are still in ' progress at the M. E. church. Ebenezer Roebuck is able to be out again after a few days’ illness. Ora Brown and wife received one of of the old time bellings Mondav evening. at least they thought so. ' Ora set ’em up to the boys. Grandmother Strickler died at the home of her son. George Strickler, Mondav evening, at an advanced axre. Funeral services at North Salem last Wednesday. I reeman Beery has returned home from Sisterville, West Virginia, where he has been a few months past. While there he had an attack of ty-1 phoid fever which has left him in'a precarious condition. He is now at the home of his parents west of town. Last Saturday evening, December 6th, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. 1‘ rank Davis, occurred the marriage of their daughter. Miss Addie to Ora Brown of this place. Rev. Wagner performed the ceremony, after wLicb supper was, served to a few invited guests. We extend congratulations to the happy couple. Charles Brewer, oldest son of Ben- I jamin Brewer, died at the home as his auut in St. Marys, Ohio, last Thursday, of consumption. Charley was nineteen years old, and was loved by alkwho knew him, being a model: young man, very industrious and en ergetic. Funeral services were held at the M. E. church last Saturday as ternoon. Interment at Pleasant Mills' cemetery.

rtONROE Mrs. G. B. Mclntire of Sulphur Springs, Ohio, has beeu visiting relatives m this vicinity. Rev. \\ . H. Daniel's lecture will be given next Monday night. Let everybody go and hear him. Ephriam Lobenstein is in Fort Wayne where he is engaged by the electric railway company. Miss Maude Hendricks is at present employed as book keeper and stenographer for a medical association in Fort Wayne. E. K. Ray has moved back to town and is living in his propertv in the west end. He is working in the blacksmith shop again. • About twenty of their young friends called upon Mr. and Mrs Ferdinand Tablet last Wednesday evening. Refreshments consisting of oysters, etc., were served, and a general good time was enjoyed by all. Following are the names of some of our people who are especially thankful and the occasion of their thankfulness: Wm. Gilbert and wife. > 20, twin girls: Alljert Spooler and wife Nov. 29. a bov: Ira Wagner and wife Dec. 4, a boy. Last Sunday occurred the marriage of Mr. Franklin Corson t Miss Susie C. Scherry. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. . Jacob Scherry at the bride s home eight miles southwest f Decatur. The ceremony was performed at Id' p. m, in the presence of relatives and a few chosen friends by Rev. Jas. A. Sprague, pastor of the M. E. church at Monroe. The wedding march was played by Mrs. Charles Houck of Bluffton, her husband and Mr L. Crum assisting upon violins. An elaborate dinner was spread and the occasion was indeed a happy one. , Those in attendance from a distance were: Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Fruchte, and Frederick and Louisa Fruchte, and Clark Spahr of Decatur, and Mr. I and Mrs. Charles Houck of Bluffton. Relal Estate Tran»l»r.< Chris Amstutz et al to Samuel Zureher, pt sec 4. tp 25. rg 1». Wacre* JvjO2T> Simon Neuenachwander to Sarntrel Zureher, pt sec 4. tp 25, rg 14. Frank W. Tremp to Samuel Zureher pt seel, tp 2S, rg 14. $45.83. Emily Johnson to Christian Me • pt sec 9. tp 26, rg 14, 80 acre* .L • Earl Reppert to A. I’. RepP ert> 11 sec 24, tp 28, rg 13. SI.OO. , A. I’. Reppert to Isaac L. Babvoi . pt sec 24. tp 28. rg 13. s*io<" n Samuel H. Teeple to C bar*'— Porter, lot 60, Geneva $l5O- , George W. Pyle to Matilda Burt, : lot 18, Weet Lawn cemetery 52V W. Marv E. Overholzer to Fred ’’ pt see 25, tp 27. rg 14. 40 j: c w D. P. Bolds et al to W. H- gibluk et al, lota 260. 261 and 262, <’ l ‘ n jsl.oo.