Decatur Democrat, Volume 49, Number 5, Decatur, Adams County, 6 April 1905 — Page 5

The Young Matron’ club will meet Friday afternoon with Mrs. I iin W. Tyndall on Monroe street. y rs . W. W. P. McMillen will entertain Friday afternoon in honor )t Mrs. Will McMillen, of Fort Wayne Rufus Stuckey has again resumed tj ls position as clerk for Charlie Vo glewede in the shoe store, after a vacation of several montns. Mrs. McLean received word this morning from Denver, Colorado, announcing that her daughter Miss Nettie, was resting easier and was much better. The letter did not state whither Miss Jessie had arrived or not. Miss Mary Mvers of Decatur, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Robert Harding. A few of Miss Myers’ best known friends have been a<ked to call this afternoon after 3 o'clock. Mrs. Elwin Hulse and Miss Pearl Foster will entertain in honor of Miss Myers during the week—Fort Wayne Journal-Ga zette. The hotel boosters on the two 'buses got in a slight mix-up at the Grand Rapids depot this morning, all over a traveling man’ grip, and several nasty blows were struck with honors divided. The traveling man then made his own selection. The flight for the trade is getting warmer each day, and an outbreak is threatened most any time. Mayor Coffee is in receipt of a letter from O. W. Randolph, of McClure, Ohio, who desires to locate a factory at once, for the manufacture of kitchen cabinets, incubators and brooders. He asks if the city has any proposition to make and is willing to shiw that his institution would be a valuable addi'i jn to Decatur. The propositi m may be further investigated. Judge Lafollette, of Portland, Tuesday gave his decision on the motion for a new trial in the case of the School Town of Geneva vs The Logansport and Wabash Valley Gas company, overruling the motion. The arguments were heard last Friday. This ends the big damage case which resulted from the destruction of the Geneva school house by fire four years ago, unless the plaintiffs decide to appeal the case to the supreme court. Howard Davis is free, the verdict read in court at nine o’clock Wed. morning acquitting him of the charge cf wheat stealing. The jury were sent out about 4:15 Tuesday evening, and agreed on a verdict at ten o’clock. Judge Heller had called them out two hours before and instructed them to return a sealed verdict, should they agree, which they did. William D. Huffman acted as foreman. Davis and his wife were in court when the verdict as read and both showed the relief they felt when they heard the words which made Howard a free man. Davis shook hands with each juryman and personally thanked them for their action.

Within the past few weeks car builders have delivered to the Erie railroad 3828 of the 5900 freight cars recently ordered for use vn that road. The recent deliveries include 1,072 hopper-bottom cars, 1500 box cars, 975 gondolas and 281 refrigerator cars, all of which have now been put in service on the Erie and its branches. The oars are of the latest designs and best steel construction. These with the 13, heavy freight locomotives now building and in course of delivery, will aid materially in the handling of the traffic which is now so pressing the company as to keep constantly busy every locomotive and car it owns.

At a counsel meeting at which were present the executive c unmittee and the township presidents of the Sand ty school association of Adams county, and which was held at the home of J. F. L«hman at Berne, Tuesday, April 4, arrangements were made to hold conventions in the organized t rwnsbips as follows: St Mary's April 30; Union and Root May 7; Hartford and French May 14; Monroe Ma y 2l;.Vabash Mav 28; these meetings tj ht held in the afternoon and evening. The meeting held at Decatur, March 1, has caused a general awakening, and work has been b;gun in almost all the organized townships, after the spring conventions will negin to organize the unorganized townships. Th* next county convention will be held at Berne sometime after the township conventions. Mrs. C. Vogt, Secretary.

George Nachtrieb foun d a fox terrier, black in color with wnite feet. The owner can have same by properly identifying. I WANTED—Agents to sell Hay Car Bringbacks. Every farmer needs one. Horse does all the work. Address, Seymore-Lid ke Co., 723 Chamber Commerce, Detroit, Mich. 2-2 L L. Baumgartner has moved his effects and family from Linn Grove to this city, and will make this his future home. He will reside on Third street, just south ot the Central school building. Rev. and Mrs. W. H. Daniels are busy this week fixing up at their new home, the old Doak property, where they will establish a modern poultry farm. Their goods have arrived and they will be “at home” in a few days. They will attend the M. E. conference at Portland a part of this week. Dr. McOscar, of Fort Wayne, assisted by Drs. D. D. and C. S. Clark, of this city, will perform an operation on Mrs. Levi E. Estelle, who resides five miles south of this city, for gall st mes. Mrs. Estelle is in a serious condition, and it isb elieved an operation is her only relief.

The concert by the Ithaca Conservatory Concert company under the auspices of the Y. M. C. A. was first-class in every repsect. Each number was encored, some' numbers drawing forth several encores. Efforts are being made to secure the company grain and the mere announcement will be sufficient to crowd the hall—Harriburg (Pa.) Telegraph. At M. E. church Fridav evening, April 7 Admission 25 cents. J. W. Bosse and John Durkins are operating a broom factory in Decatur. They are already working several hands, and if business continues as briskly as it has started, they expect to soon have quite an industry in operation. Their plant is located on East Jackson street, and they have been in operation several days, their first output going on the market last Saturday. The men are hust lore and will succeed at this venture. The wedding of Miss Lola Burk head to Mr. Hervey S Parrish occurred a the home of the bride's parents, Wednesday evening, 'Squire Bailey officiating. The event wrs a delightful one, and was followed by a deliriously appropriate dinner. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs. Jonathan Burkhead. She is an accomplished and popular young lady. The groom is a prosperous young farmer who likewise has many friends and admirers. He is a farmer and has their home ready for occupancy three miles from Monroe. We congratulate the happy couple and wish them the best on earth for their future. Many comedy dramas have been seen on the local stage, recently, but it can be truly said that none has come here more highly recommended than “Down by the Sea,” the attraction billed for Friday, April 7. It is one of those true pictures of the pathos and reality of life, loft in sentiment and natural in plot and character delin eation. On its recent presentation in Boston the production was the subject of no little comment on account of the uniform excellence of the players, and the performance was enjoyed and appreciated. The play will be presented here at tie opera house with the same pjwer ful company that was identified with the success of the original production. Many new and up to date specialties. Judge Edward F. Dunne, the de-

mocratio candidate for mayor of Chicago, won in the municipal election Tuesday, his plurality being 24,248 and a majority of nearly 1000 of all the votes cast. The principal issue w as the municipal ownership of the street railways, which the successful candidates favored. After the returns indicated his election, Judge Dunne said: “Municipal ownership was ene great issue before the people of Chicago and the returns show very plainly how the majority of the people of Chicago feel toward the private ownership of public utilities. It is the greatest victory that municipal ownership ever won in this country. Every pledge that I ■ made during the campaign will be solemnly Itept. Chicago wants municipal and during my > tenure of office it will be my aim to bring about such a condition as !■ rapidly as possible.”

TELLECRAPtI NEWS. Special Telegram To The Democrat Muskogee, I. T., April s.—After ■ all night journey from St. Louis the president was given a cordial greeting here today Several thousand people were at the station when the train arrived and they cheered the presidi nt lustily. By United Press News Association. The entire mechanism of the Fairbanks machine is being taken piece meal to French Lick. State Chairman Goodrich arrived at the springs the forepart of the week from his home in Winchester and other main wheels in the fabric are expected to follow him immediately. Congressmna Watson, Harry Starr and Senator Hemenwev, who are among the well-known republicans who make the wheels buzz, are expected to be there. It goes without saying that plans will be discussed with the end in view of keeping the state in control of these gentlemen. By United Press News Association. London, April 5 —Preparations for the departure of King Edward for Copenhagen tomorrow, wUere he and Queen Alexandria will take part in the celebration of King Christian's birthday, have revived the reports that the gathering at Denmark may make possible a movement for peace bet ween Russia and Japan. Should the Dowager Empress of Russia attend the celebration of her father’s birthday it will be regarded as a strong indication tba* plans will be discussed fcr ending the far eastern war. By United Press News Association. New York, April s.—Tne annual meeting of rhe American railway association is in session at the Waldorf Astoria today, with Theodore Voorhees, vice president of the Reading system, presiding. The office of vice president now vacant, was filled by the selection of W. A. Garrett, general manager of rhe Queen & Crescent. Technical railroad questions were discussed. By United Press News Association. New York, April s.—One of tne most important steps in transoceanic mailing matters was inau gurated today on the sailing of the White Star Line steamship. This involves the sorting of all mail aboard ship ready for distribution when the ship arrives at its destination. Despite the plain benefits derived from this system it was brought about only after long and tedious negotiations between Great Britain and America. By United Press News Association. Washington, D. C-. April 5.— Commissioner Garfield left today for Topeka, Kansas, to begin an investiagtion of the Standard Oil methods. It is said to be impo*stble to state how long the inquiry will continue, but that it will be thorough from start to finish. By United Press Nev.s Association. Vinita, Indian Territory, April 5. —The president’s train arrived at line o'clock this m<rning, five minutes behind schedule time. At Parsons, Kansas, five thousand people greeted the president ,who made a brief speech.

Special Telegram To The Democrat Montreal, Q lebeo, April 5. —A conferee ie of the Yo iag Mm s Christian association of the Domin ion began here today. All provinces are well represented. Special Telegram To The Democrat Marseilles, April s.—yueen Alex andria and party arrived this morning enroute to Copenhagen. Special Telegram To The Democrat Washington, April s.—Tan Secretary of the Interior today asked John Braidy, governor of Alaska, to resign on account of his connection with a mining company. Special Telegram To The Democrat Wabash, Ind., April s—Tne Pioneer Hit Works, which has been closed a month, the result of a fight with the union, reopened today. Special Telegram To The Democrat Indianapolis. 1 nd., April 5.— Clinton L. Hares’ residence here i was robbed last night and S3OOO worth of diamonds taken, incl tding a pendant, tierrji, seven rings and several wab h s. I Special Telegram To The Democrat Indianapolis. Ind , April s.—The state weather bureau says that there will be fro«t tonight, but not enough to hurt.

5 MORE DAYS OF THE Closing Out Sale AT THE ECONOMY BETTER HURRY.

Special Telegram To The Democrat Fjrt Worn t, Texas, Apnl 5.— Tersah Strauss, a milliner from Terra Haute, hanged herself early this morning here. She did not appear for breakfast and the door to her room was forced. Portland, Ind., April 4.—The first day of the northern Indiana conference of the Methodist Episcopal church opened with nearly a full attendance of ministers and elders of the church. Bishop Henry Spellmeyer arrived from Cincinnati and called the cabinet together for the first meeting. Various classes for admission as ministers were examined in courses of study. Preliminary matters were completed to the conference proper convening tomorrow. Bishop Spellmeyer preached tonight. By United Press News Association. Indianapolis, Ind., April s.—Adjutant General Balsley of the State Grand Army of Indiana issued an appeal today prompted by Indianapolis Grand Army lodges to the ! Grand Army of the state in an effort to get the public and the newspapers to try for a proper observance of Memorial day. The idea is to make it a day of some meaning instead of a holiday for base ball games and picnics, as it has become during the past few years. General Balsley thinks this much and one day out of a year is due to the memory of the veterans who died for their country. A strong sentiment is being worked up and the movement will be agi rated all over the state. By United Press News Association. Lahone, India, April s.—Later reports tonight increase enormously the fatalities. The entire native quarters and a part of the foreign of Leor Mosala is wiped out. ■ ■ By United Press News Association. Cleveland, Aril s.—Mrs Cbad.vick seemed unconcerned when told today that Judge Lewton at Cincinnati had stayed the execution of sentence in her case on account of a technical err or in the records. By United Press News Association. Ladoga, Ind., April s—lt now developes that the bank here was wrecked in an original way, and that the next thing on tap will be the prosecution of the bank wreck ers. Assistant Cashier Daughert.v was also interested in the Novelty Works, and he would take money from the bank to pay the bills of this company. No notes were issued for this indebtedness, the assistant cashier merely charging the Novelty company with a ledger account. The method is the same as a grocer who charges a grocery bill. Tokio, April s.—The victory at Mukden was celebrated here today. The city is gaily decorated and enormous p recessions are marching throughout the city. St. Petersburg, April s.—The admiralty is greatly encouraged over the prospects of Rojeskrensky meeting Togo, owing to splendid reports, which have just been received telling in detail of the excellent condition of the ships and Rojeskrensky jet. War Minister 1 Sakhar interviewed today and declares that the reports that Russia countermanded order for supplies from foreign countries, is untrue. Novooevreymea inspired the article that artacks President Roosevelt for his atten p’s at mediation. He further says that peace at this time is impossible.

Real Estate Transfers [Reported by Decatur Abstract and Loan Company] United States to Abrahain Elfrits, 40 acres sec 11, Kirkland tp. Jas. A. Hendricks to Alice S Bay, inlot 41. Monroe, $250. Mary E. Mllette to Wiilliam W. Swartz, pt inlot 144, Geneva, S7OO. Isaac Michael to Viola Fraze, inlot 179, Geneva, $425. John M. Frisinger to John W Robinson, pt outlet 73, Decatur, SBOO. ! Geo. H Kelley to John W. Kelley, pt sec 20-21, Wabash tp $5300. Christian Martz to Joe J. Rich, 20 acres, sec 9, Monroe tp SI2OO. ' Sam S Bottenfield to Frank P. , Adams, 160 acrer, sec 25, Kirkland tp. SIOOOO Louis Conrad to Sophia Conrad, i 80 acres sec 16, Kirkland tp, sl. Sophia Conrad to Louis Conrad, i 80 acres, sec 16, Kirkland tp sl. j 1 Alma Bebrioh to William Meyer, 80 acres, Preble tp, $25. Alma Beorich to William Meyer, 20 acres. Preble tp., $25. Otis Strickler to Henry A. Tin- 1 dull, 45aores, sec 34, St. Mtrys tp, : $2400. Fred J. Garber to Joseph De- ' wood, inlet 173, Berne, SSO. Jacob Liechty to Frank Behling, 1 80 acres sec 25. Frencn tp, $5300. I Florence E. King to Christian i Elett pt inlot 14-15, Decatur, $4500. Malinda Mattox to Louis Neadstinde. 80 acres sec 7, Blue Creek tp, S4OOO. 1 John W. Meibers to Frank J. 1 Xellar, inlot 856, Decatur, $225. Christian Longakt rto Mary P 1 Vlauller. inlot 488, D°catur. SBSO. 1 William J. Slack to William Glen denning, pt sec 33, Hartford tp *llOO. Union Central Life Ins Co to Re beooa Thornhill, pt sec 25, WatiasL tp, S7OO. Personally conducted land seekerU excursion to western and southwest | ern parts, via the Clover Leal Route j On February 21st, and on March 7th, I and 21st, 1905. the Clover Leaf will sell tickets to all points in Home-1 seekers’ territory in the west and soutewest at very low fare for the round trip. Now is the time to visit the rich farming lands of the southwest. Trains leave Toledo 8:58 p. m. and 11:55 p. tn. every day. Free re-1 dining chair cars. Pullman sleepers. Write us for rates and particulars. Wanted —A reliable land agent in every town, to sell southwestern lands Big Commissions. W. L. ROSS, General Passenger Agent E. L. BROWNE, Traveling Passenger Agent

»33 Pacific Coasl (Tickets on sale daily, March 1 to May 15, Chicago to San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, 11 Tacoma, Seattle, Victoria and Vancouver. I| Correspondingly low T rates from other points. || Daily and personally conducted excursions in through Pullman II tourist sleeping cars from Chicago to Portland, San Francisco and II Los Angeles without change. Double berth only g’.oo. Fast 11 trains, choice of routes. Meals in dining cars (a la carte). k Write us for information as to the resources and opportunities, the It k wonderful climate and kindly soil of the Pacific Coast, how to M get there, how long it takes and what it costs via the Chicago, kjk Union Pacific and North-Western Line. Booklets and folders Ajk sent postpaid on receipt of 4 cents in stamps. r » All agents sell tickets via this line. The “Best of Everything, A. H. WAGGENER. Traveling Agent. I I' 11 U Fifth Avenue. Chicago. 111. ♦ NW4W

Major Allison and wife returned last evening from Birmingham, Alabama, where they were spending ths long winter months basking in sunshine and fishing. The major reports a fine time, but that his pleasure was marred somewhat by several slight attacks of sickness. He and his wife look remarkably well. NERVOUS~PEOPLE SOMETHING YOU OUGHT TO KNOW. “No nerves and never irritable.” This is what a member of the firm of Smith, Yager & Falk, our well known druggists, say people report, after taking Vinol. “It is remarkable 1 ” said he to the editor of the Democrat, “how many people buy sedatives and all sorts of opiates to quiet and deaden the nerves, when tiey are weakening their -.entire nervous system by doing so. “Nerve troubles are easily cured,” continued he, “It is simply a case of treating the general weakness, not the nerves alone, and that is just what Vinol does in the most direct and simple manner possible because it builds one up and makes one strong all over. It invigorates the entire nei vms system, makes new blood and vitality. “Vinol contains no drugs, and you know what you are taking—simply the medicininal curativ. s found in cod liver oil dissolved in a delicious table wine and a little organic iron added. It is fast superseding old forms of cod liver i il and emulsions because it is s > delicious co the taste and has such marvellous vitalizing power.” Such letters as the following prove that Vinol will do: Mrs. Elizaberh Richards of 32 E Montcalm St. I» troit, Mic i.. writes: “I was very weak and s iff>-red from nervous prostiation, t-ieO all sorts of medicines without relief. 1 haxe now taken four bottles of Vinol and .it has brought back my health and I strength.” i Miss Lizzie Leary, of Burlington, | Vt., says she va- a nervous wreck, and Vinol restored her - > per eat health. Miss Edythe M. Perry of St. Paul 1 Minn., says Vin 1 cured her of ner- ’ vousness and insomnia. And so we might go on quoting from hundreds lof just such letters: ano it in lor this reason that we say t" every nervous, run down and debilitated per-on in Decatur, try Vinol, and iif it does not cure you, co ne tiack ! anlg, j t your money. Smith, Yag • & Falk, d-’ ggis s