Decatur Democrat, Volume 49, Number 41, Decatur, Adams County, 14 December 1905 — Page 1

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, a 1 S. Coverdale and daughMav. Jelt today for St. PetersFlorida, where they will onrt the winter. They were aoby Dr. E. G. Coverdale, who will see theni oomfurtablly boated and then return. ■Squire Smith performed a wedling ceremony last evening at his uniting Miss Lottie May of .Geneva, and John Melick f Hartford City. The ceremony L witnessed by a large crowd who ha dbeen attraotd by the bride's white gown. The 'squire did his auty in a very dignified manner, which was befitting for the occasion Harry Clark, the man who applied at the jail a few nights ago for lodging stating that he was an ex-conviot, recently released from the Sing Sing prison in New York, ‘ ni who has been held several days bv Sheriff Butler on a charge of vagrancy until his record could be looked up as ha appeared to he a suspicious character, was taken before'Squire Smith this morning and released, his record proving to be just as he had stated. Invitations are out announcing that on Thursday evening of this week, the Commercial Club of this min aive a nrouressive Dedro and smoker at the club rooms. The event is scheduled to take place at eight o’clock sharp and a large CrO wd will no doubt be in attendance, The past events of this kind given by this olub have been more than successful and all who have attended have been more than pleased with the hospitality of the club. The committee on entertainment has left nothing undone to make this event a success and those who attend will be more than re paid for the time spent. The Ladies’ Shakespeare club met with Mrs. D. D. Heller;Thursdav afternoon. After current events were given, Mrs. Heller read a most excellent paper, her subject being Catherine de Medici. Her sub-topics were well chosen. Mrs. fflinghatn read a report of the Civio Improvement Committee of the I. W. L.C., which was submitted to that organization at the October meeting by Mrs. W. S. Major. It proved to be most interesting and instructive. The purpose of the committee in sending out reports and literature is to arouse public sentiment to better conditions in our Indiana towns and cities. Peter Soldner is owner of what is no doubt the best collection of rare coin in the state of Indiana. He has them on exhibition in the front room of the Bank of Berne, where they are hanging on the west wall neatly framed. The collection is composed of coins that are 110 years old, bearing the date of 1795, only a [aw years after the first coins were made in this country. There are also coins from nearly every date after that up to the present time. One especially valuable one is a twenty dollar gold Piece, made of pure gold from the San Francisco mint the same year that gold was discovered in that bate, in 1849 About fifty large one-cent pieces of different dates are also in the cillectior. Quarter, half, one, two and one-half and five dollar gold pieces o F different dates by the scores.—B a rne News. Alvin Carter, and eighteen year c!d boy who resides one-half mile dcuth of Pleasant Mills, was sevcrely injured Wednesday afternoon being thrown from a horse, hew as riding. The accident hdppened shortly atfer the young 111411 had left his parents' home to B°to Pleasant Mills on an errand, ’hen the horse took fright at some along the roadside and slipped *MMi the entire weight of the filing on the boy’s left leg, , B *king and fracturing the bone ,® 4 terrible manner. Several jpeo9 ®bo had seen the accident, listed him V, o j Tj- r w ■zzard was summoned who set e broken bones and stated this that although there was hing serious in the injury, the toflsuffering considerable pain would be some time before Would have the use of that limb

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We have been investigating the charges of drunkeness made aginst Marshal Crosby of Bluffton, while in our city sometime ago, and are unable to learn from an y reliable source that the statement that he was intoxicated is true and we have charged the same to some one having a pipe dream. A promising young husband of Bluffton recently presented his better half with a handsome piano lamp on her birthday. He was flattered when she told him she intended to give it his name, until he asked her reason for so peculiar a proceeding, she said: “Well, you know dear, it has lots of brass about it; it is handsome to look at; requires a good deal of attention; is remarkably brilliant; is sometimes unsteady on its legs liable to explode when only half full; flares up occasionally is always out at bed time and bound to smoke.”

We are now feasting on water melon such a privileges being afforded by Uncle George Gates, the premier water mellon and fruit grower of Adams county. Uncle George knows the secrets of keeping melons so that they taste as sweet and alluring at Christmas time as they do between sweats in August. The one upon which we feasted was really delicious and tasted like a water melon ought to taste when the season is in full bloom. The home of Mr. Gates is a marvel of luxurient comfort, with everything at hand to eat, drink and be merry. He lives a free and cheerful life, the kind that is the envy of nearly every other man.

Rudolph Lehman, former cashier of the Bink of Berne, writes from California in a reoent letter that he and his family a~3 rail well at present except Mrs. Lehman who had been very sick with her old ailment all fall. She was at Upland, Cal., hoping that the mountain air would do her good, but she’oould not live thera at ail as the altitude seemed too high and it affected her heart. So she was compelled to return to Los Angeles and will have to remain there until Mr. Lehman finds out a better place for her special ailment. Mr. Lehman thinks there exists no finer climate on earth than Southern California, but it is not and never will be a cure all.— Berne Witness. The last will and testament of John Soldner was probated in the Adams circuit court Tuesday and the same dispose his property as follows: First, that all his just debts and funeral expenses be paid as soon as possible; second, that his wife, Maria, shall have the sole and exclusive control and use of the residue of estate during the remainder of her natural life with power to convey and tranfer by warranty deed or otherwise; third, at this estate, whatever it might be at the time of the decease of his wife. Maria, that it shall be divided equally among all of his children or their legal heir. The will was witoesed by I. A. Sommer and J. F. Lehman of Berne, who made the proper affidavit this morning. No executor was appointed by Mr. Soldner. Insurance adjusters representing companies that were Involved in the recent tire loss, on Madison street, were here today and satisfactorily settled all the losses. The loss of Maynard France had been placed in the hands of H. L. Conter by Mr. France for settlement and he acted in the capacity as an adjuster, bis duties, however, being to look after Mr. France’s interests, which he did in a satisfactory man ner. and received a nice settlement. Mr. France secured $'21.59 for his loss on stock and furniture. The Toledo Brewing company received |3OO for their loss in this fire. Matthias Schafer received 187.83 for his loss, corlette, the photographer. S2OO. H. H. Bremeikamp on buildings $550 and Leo Miller the barber. $98.75. A o losers are perfectly satisfied with their adjustment, and are high in th ei r praise of the treatment afforded them by the insurance companies.

DECATUR, INDIANA, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1905.

S. G. Humphreys and J. H. Heller arrived home from El Reno, Oklahoma, Monday evening. Mr. Humphreys has purchased a $15,000 newspaper plant in El Reno, where he formerly lived and still has large property intrests. Mr. Heller has not fully deciaed as to whether or not he will locate at El Reno.

Rev. and Mrs. H. C. Galbrait drove to Geneva this morning for a visit with her brother, Fred Louis, and wife. Mr. Louis has sold his farm west of Geneva and he and his wife will move to California to reside just as quickly as they can close up their affairs here. A sale is’advertisad for next Thursday and they will’ likely be able to leave for California the latter part of this month. The change to California is made for the benefit of Mrs. Louis’ health.—Bluffton News. A western editor has come to the conclusion that those desiring “puffs” in his paper must pay for them, and has established the following schedule of prices: For telling the public that a man is a successful citizen when everybody knows he is lazy as a government mule, $2.70; referring to a deceased citizen as one who is mourned by the entire community when we know he will only be missed by a poker circle, $10.13; referring to some galavanting female as an estimable lady whom it is a pleasure t) meet, when every business man in town would rather see the devil coming, $8.10; calling an ordinary pulpit pounder an eminent divine, 60 cents; sending a daughty sinner to heaven $5. —Exchange. Supt. J. B. Pearoy and Supt B. F. Moore, of the Marion schools, were at Indianapoils yesterday making arrangements for the observance of Riley Day at the meeting of the Indiana" Teacher’s Association to be held at Indianapolis on Thursday, Dec. 28 at Tomlinson Hall. They visited James Whitcomb Riley at his home and before leaving completed all arrangements for that day. Although the meeting of the teachers will last several days, ,‘yet it is the intention of those in charge to make the program for Riley Day the best of the meeting. It is expected that over 3,000 people will be at Indianapolis on that day and attend the meeting. This number will include people from all over the state, and it is expected that a number of Anderson people will be in attendance. The program arranged yesterday will contain a number of prominent speakers, such as Senator Bvereidge, Dr. Edwin Hughes of Depauw University, Charles William of the Indianapolis News, Hon. Henry W’atterson of Louisville, and Meredith Nioolson, the noted novelist. Besides these James Whitcomb Riley will then speak. The music for the afternoon also will be the best and under the direction of Orville Horald of Muncie, Mrs. Hugh McGibeny and Mrs. Waxlem of In dianapolis. The Whiting Journal of Whiting Kansas, chronicles the following concerning the death of Mrs. G. W. Jackman, of whom we spoke about a few days ago. In part it says: "Mrs. Lydia Jackman died at her home here Nov. 29, 1905, after a brief illness, aged 64 years, 3 months and 17 days. She was born in Carrol county, Ohio, August 12. 1841, and at the age of twenty moved with her parents to Indiana., In 1863 she was married to G. W. Jackman, and to this union was b’rn four sons. They came to Whiting in 1879 and have lived here ever since. She was converted at the age of sixteen and since that time has been a faithful follower of the Master. She had been a sufferer for several years, patiently waiting for her Master's call, and when at last the summons came she peacefully fell asleep. The memory of her life 19 a blessing to all who knew her. She leaves a husband and three sons to mourn her loss. The funeral services were held at the house by Rev. I. F. Edwards assisted by Rev. Dean. Friday atternoon at two o’clock. Interment was at Springhill cemetery.”

11. L. Confer left Friday evening for Jonesboro, Arkansas, where he will remain for several weeks, making a careful study of the country, and keeping an eye open for a desirable location for the ice cream business. Mr Confer has not as yet made up his mind to leave this city, but if duri n g the course of his trip the right kind of a proposition presents itself, he will accept it and at once make arrangements to open up in the business.

As a number of others before him W. W. Clark, the latest proprietor of the “Peoples’ restaurant,through poor management, has failed to meet his financial obliagtions. Mr. Clark, had bought the restaurant stock of Abe Stuckey, or his creditors, about a year ago. The restaurant is now owned by Michael Zehr, who had gone surety for his stepson, Mr. Stuckey, and when he sold to Clark, Mr. Zehr was necessarily obliged to give suiety also for Clark. Mr. Zehr has straightened out the financial matters and J. E. Reineker and Arnan Augspurger are running the restaurant for him at present. He intends to sell out and no doubt the right party can secure the stock at a right pi ice. Mr. Clark and family moved to Bedford where Mr. Clark is engaged in the oil field..—Berne Witness.

Carpenters are busily engaged at present repairing the damage done by the reoent fire on Madison street, and it is the intention of Mr. Bremerkamp to remodel the buildings occupied by Leo Miller and M. Sohafer, so that they may resume business at once. The room occupied by the city as a supply house is also being remodeled and will be occupied by them as soon as it is in shape. The building that was occupied by Maynard France will not be rebuilt at present and may stand as it is for seme time. Mr. Corlett will still occupy the room over the Shaffer saloon. Satusday at 11 o’clock, while playing with a number of his young associates Eugene Meibers aged eight, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Meibers had the misfortune to h’s right arm just above the wrist. Eugene was playing with a small road cart in front of his home and in some manner fell from the cart, throwing his whole weight upon his right arm. The children at once set up the alarm and Eugene was carried to the house. Dr. C. 8. Clark was called and set the arm, it being very difficult indeed, as it was broken scarcely an inch above the wrist joint. The little fellow withstood the operation bravely and no blame rests on his young associates, for his misfortune as, even nene of them seemed to know how the accident happened. The 12th anniversary of the local K. of P. order was celebrated in a fitting manner in the new hall on Wednesday evening. All the members and families were present together with a few outside friends, numbering over 209 in all. A program had been prepared for the evening, which was carried out with but few exceptions. Rev. Mower, of Geneva, could not be present to deliver the address for the evening, but his place was very ably filled by Judge R. K. Erwin,, of Deoatur. His address was a very inspiring one and explained fully the good work of Pyhthianism. Music for the evening was furnished by a local orchestra which was ably assisted by Prof. Paul Witthaus and Homer Oliver, of Monroe. The music oame up to the standard and the boys are to be complimented. Prof. Witthaus also favored the au-' dienoe with a number of selections on the piano. The main features of the evening, however, was the banquet which was served in the front room. A light supper was served. After this followed the toast by several members of the lodge. The evening’s entertainment was closed by singing “God Be With You ’Till We Meet Again” The K. of. P. lodge has experienced a phenomenal growth within the past six months, the membership having been increased frqm 'hirty- ' nine members to ninety one.— I Barne News®

A deal was clos'd Friday afr< rnoon whereby M. F. Rice became the owner of the property formerly owned by Miss Sarah Segur on Seventh street The consideration is not made known, but it is understood the price was a substantial one. Mr Rice will add a few repairs to the same and will offer it for rent. The property is nicely ooated and the same is in good shape. The deal was made by Miss Segur, who resides at Angola. Ind. where she expects to make her future home

Chas. Deckelman of Toledo, Ohio was in the city Tuesday and is making arrangements to start a skating rink here. He operates rinks in Lima and Fostoria. Ohio, an 1 has been quite successful in his line. He states that the only difficulty he is having is in getting a suitable room for his purpose. In case he makes this proposition a go it will be the first of its kind in this city for a number of years. Os course the skating rink season would In st during the entire winter and would afford Decatur’s sport loving population a new and novel amusement, and it is to be hoped that he will be able to make the proposition a go.

For the past several days Marshal Green has been making a diligent search for two junk dealers who skinned a number of people in this city as they had done at places, formetlv visited by them. The two men came to this city last Friday and put their team and wagon up at a certain feed yard, and they themselves boarded at the Indiana House. On Saturday they went to the livery stable, got their team, stating that they were just going to drive about the city and would return and put their team up over Sunday. At the Indiana House they said they would be absent all day, buying junk and for the proprietor to save them a good room. When evening came the men did not show up and have not shown up since. Marshal Green was at 0236 notified, but hie efforts to locate the men have proven fruitless. He also found that these men have been playing this same game throughout the gas belt. Billy Jones alias Billy Hall, a tramp either crazy from booze or just naturaally so inclined, attempted to commit suicide Tuesd. y at the Erie railroad by jumping in front of the 10:10 passenger train and was only prevented by the timely asiastanoe of two traveling men standing on the platform and who saw the attempt just in time to intervene. Jones or Hal], which ever his name may be, had been hanging about the depot, according to the agent’s story, all morning, and appeared to him to be either demented or crazy drunk, and as he made several suspicious moves the agent thought he would bear watching, lhe fellow, however, did nothing until the ten o’clock train was about due, when he went out onto the platform and when he saw the train approaching, took his coat off. wrapped it about bis head and face and deliberately stepped onto the track and awaited the approaching train, which was bearing down upon him at an eighty mile rate of speed. As stated above, his actions were noticed by several traveling men, who immediately jumped to his side and pulled him off the track. The nam was held until the police arrived on the scene, when he was turned over to them and taken to jail. He was then questioned by Deputy Sheriff Batler and at first stated that he lived on Third street in this city, then changed it and said he lived at Sullivantown, lowa. He a;so said that his name was Jones, then changed it to Hall. When asked what he was doing here he said he didnt know; but said he had been drinking hard and came to Deoatur early this morning. If the man is drunk he will be confined long enough to sober up, and if he is crazy the insanity board will no doubtj lie called to make an examination. In the meantime the sheriff will try to find out something’ concerning the man’s previous history.

CIRCULATION 2800 WEEKLY

NUMBER 41

Our city has been visited during the past two weeks by a number of horsemen from far and near, who are desirous of looking over the handsome string cf Belgium stallions owned by Frisinger & Co, and stabled at Steele's park. Since Mr. Frisinger returned last October this firm has soli eight head, some going to Kentucky, Nebraska, Kansas and Illinois and several being sold in the surrounding counties. The firm is busy dav and night answering inquiries and every day one member or other of the firm leaves town to converse with prospective buyers and present their terms. The animals are valued highly and of the eight sold the average price reaches around the two thousand dollar mark or on an average of a dollar a pond. The firm is gaining a widespread reputation in this line and the citizens should feel proud that a firm of this kind is located in our city.

The City library board held a meeting Thursday afternoon, but nothing of special interest to the public was done. One act was the passing of a resolution to the effect tuat nothing was to be bought of agents in the way of articles for the library and any agent who calls will be referred to the board. The librarian furnished the board with a report which contained some interesting figures. It shows that there are now in force 1,214 borrowers’ cards; that is, there are that many individual cards in force on which books may be borrowed. There are even more readers than this, for many readers use the same cards; that is, members of the same family use the one card. Since the rule was adopted permitting country readers to use the library by paying an annual fee of one dollar the librarian has issued twenty-four cards tc nonresidents. Anybody in the county may secure a card. —Bluffton News. The divorce case of Mary E. Grow against William Grow, was heard Saturday by Judge JSrwiD, and the evidence in the same submitted, which was rather spicy in some respects. Mrs. Grow was the first witness, and stated that they were married on the 20th day of August, 1896, and lived together as husband and wife until the 13th day of March, 1905, when they separated and have not since lived together. She further stated that for a long time prior to and up to the time of their saparation, the defendant, her husband, was guilty of cruel and inhuman treatment in this, that for more than one year prior to their separation he wholly failed and refused to cohabit with her or in any ether manner treat her as his wife, claiming that she was too intimate with other men and had associated with negroes, all of which he knew to be untrue and such statemen tes were only made to harrass the plaintiff and make her unhappy and their mar tied life unpleasant. She farther stated that at the time of their marriage the defendant was the owner in his own right of a large amount of personal and real estate, which he afterwards sold and pur chased a valuable farm in this county, which was and now is valued at $6500; that the defendant in the year 1903, for the purpose of ill treating this plaintiff and with the end in view of compelling this plaintiff to leave him he represented to her that if she would join with him in a deed of conveyance for said real estate he would take the proceeds and buy real estate in Ohio, and ■ she, relying upon the statements she signed the deed, which conveyed the land to his son. After which he drove this plaintiff from his home in the night time, and compelled her to seek shelter with the neighbors. That during a seige of sickness he refused to secure medical attendance for her, claiming the Lord would cure her. After hearing all the evidence the court granted the divorce and gave her eight hundred dollars alimony. C. J. Lutz, represented the plaintiff and D. D. Heller of this city, and ..Theodore Shooknev of Union City, looked after the defendant s interests. %