Decatur Democrat, Volume 51, Number 37, Decatur, Adams County, 14 November 1907 — Page 4

THE DEMOCRAT ■V«BTT«CMDATMO>KIMG BY .tW • CLLIMGHAM. PUMJSMCI' aj«CPBB TBAB IM ADVX.MCX teMr*d at tM aoaxAca at Decatur. ladiaaa m wooed-ciaa* mail easter OFFICIAL PAPER OF ADAMS CO. HOW ABOUT IT? The following interesting editorial appeared in the New York Evening Post: "People are beginning to write to the newspapers to ask if this to be known as the 'Roosevelt panic.* That is comparatively unimportant. The certain and significant thing is that it will be known as a republican and high tariff panic. Protest as republicans may, they will be held respc-n---rfbls. And it will be not only poetic but pohUeal justice that they should “Ost of their own mouths, the resnbMeaa party and the DingleyT.es will stand aoademned. They fixed in 189 S the standard by which they cannot escape being judged. In the party platform of that year, they referred to the panic of 1393. and the hard times toll owing squarely to charge up the entire accountability to the party tn central of the national govemment Not one word did they «t---ter abeox the hand of the Lord baring been berry upon the country in arop failures, not a syllable was ad mined about the unwise fiscal measures, and the dishonest silver legislation. for which the republican party was directly responsible, and which all Impartial students of the time agree had a great deal to do with the financial disturbances that came later. No; everything was charged up to the imbecile government It was the democratic administration which, the republicans fervently alleged in 1895 had ‘precipitated panic’ and "halted enterprise.’ And the political inference was stated with merciless logic. "Every consideration of public safety and individual interest demands that the government be rescued from the hands of those who have shown themselves incapable of conducting it • • and shall be restored to the party which for thirty years administered it with tmequaled success and prosperity.’ 'Now, what are the republicans going to do when the democrats hand them back their nofscned chalice’ What, above all. are they going to say about the tariff as an infallible and and magical creator of wealth and grantor of prosperity? A great emergency has come, and the high tariff is seen to be of no avail whatever. It was to keep us all rich and prosper ous. If any man talked about laying a rash revising hand upon it. he was to be denounced and squelched, as President Roosevelt was, lest even to question the supernatural virtues of St. Tarifa might cause her to withdraw her favor, when we should all be miserably runined.

MR. BRYAN S VIEWS Mr. Bryan takes a conservative view of the financial troubles, and predicts that the present stringency will be of short duration. He attributes the .rouble to crookedness in the management ot aotne of the large corporations, the misapproI priatk* of funds, the wholesale use of corruption in securing franchises and in defeating needed legislation, resulting in a shrinkage of stock valuations and leading to runs on banks which have been "kiting" the securities of these corporations. He says that the conditions are quite different from what they were in 1893, when the country was suffering from falling prices and rising dollars. Instead of rising prices and tailing dollars, as has been the case for ten years past, and there is no reason to fear a widespread panic. He cautions the more timid depositors against the folly of withdraw tag their money from the banka thereby embarrassing these tastitutlons and contracting the volume of loanable money. Mr. Bryan, in dieeueetag needed financial legisla-

□on, favors the collection of a guarantee fund, from which all depositors would be paid tn the event of a bank failure. When in congress Mr. Bryan tried to secure the passage of such a measure, but it was opposed by the larger banks on the ground that it would give the smaller banks all the advantages enjoyed by the larger ones. Mr. Bryan thinks that one of the good results !of the present depression will be to 1 show the country the folly of the asset currency proposition. OVER SPECULATION In the financial stringency occasioned by the Wall street panic the * American people have behaved admirably. and it is due to their good sense as much as any other agency that the ' rifts in the black clouds are widening and healing sunlight is finding ks way into dark and unsanitary corners. It is true, and every one who reads knows it that the prompt and material action of the government and the purchase of gold abroad has put the banking institutions of the United States in a stronger and healthier condition than they were before the eastern flurry. And now let us calmly view the situation. The action of the bankers of the nation in ?.mxiag the outflow of cash may have inconrieoced us all, and prompted a few people to hide their wealth under the carpets, but it was the right thing for the banks to do. The actual necessities of the people have been supplied, the machinery of trade and manufactures has been kept la motion and as a result the nation as a whole is little worse for the Wall street sandstorm. We know now that, the real cause of the financial disturbance was over-speculation and over-valuation, and it is well that the bubbles have burst, for it may teach the people that the road to wealth at home is often rough, the way primitive and results slow .but they are generally sure, and beat the Wall street balloon route al! hollow in a thousand and one ways—Fort Wayne JournalGazette. If you love, love more. If you hate, hate less life is too short to spend in hating any one. Why war against a mortal who is going the same road with us? Why not expand the flower of life and happiness by learning to love, by teaching those who are near ana dear a beautiful lesson? Your hands may be hard, but your heart need not be. Your form may be bent yr ugly but do you not know that the most beautiful flowers prow in the most rugged, unsheltered places? The palace for care, the cottage for love Not that there is no love in a mansion; but somehow if we are not very careful, business will crowd all there is of beauty out of the heart. This is why God has given the Sabbaths and Saturday nights, that we may leave business and have a little heart cleaning —Plymouth Democrat

As yet not a single Democratic paper has expressed regret over the result in Kentucky. The high-handed manner in which the Beckham machine has whirled over every Democrat who had refused to bow to bosses and bossism has caused widespread disgust and indignation among Democrats generally. The troubles of the Kentucky Democracy began with the brigandage established by William Goebel when he raped the Louisville convention, captured the nomination for governor by the most outrageous methods, and. when defeated at the polls, annulled the verdict of the people by the rankest injustice ever resorted to in Old Kentucky.—South Bend Times. This is a fitting time for Democrats everywhere to show their patriotism for their country and its welfare. It may require considerable Christian grace, when you remember the attitude the Republican newspapers and speakers took in 1893, when a Democratic administration inherited a Republican panic But every Democrat who has the beat interests of his country at heart should do ail tn his power to stay the panic and restore an era of

real solid prosperity. —Lebanon Pioneer. ARE AFTER THE PRESIDENT There is practically so correspondent writing of the present political situation who does not tell the country that President Roosevelt is very much disturbed over the growfih of the movement in favor of Governor Hughes as the Republican candidate for the presidency. It has been said many ' times —and there has been no denial —that Mr. Roosevelt is determined that the governor shall not have the , New York delegation, and that every effort will be made to break the hold 'of the governor on New York state. We can understand why such men as Woodruff should take this stand, but it is hard to see why the president should have the least objectloa to Hughes Rather h would seem as though he would be proud of the governor of his awn state It was largely due ta the Roosevelt in fl uro ce that Hughes was nominated and elected governor. As he has abundantly "made good" w e sAould think that Mr. Roosevelt would claim credit for him and his ad ministr a tioc, and would look on the favor with which Hughes is now regarded as really a tribute to himself. If. therefore. New York wishes to send a Hughes delegation we are unable to see why the president should object. Is New York the only state that is not to be allowed to hare a “favorite son?” —Indianapolis News.

The Muncie Star publishes a letter from Marlon Hathaway, of Monde, in which he suggests a plan whereby the Cromer and anti-Cromer factions may be induced to work together His plan is for the antis to support Cromer for circuit judge if he will in turn rally his faction to the support of Judge Leffler for congress The writer makes the remarkable statement, or admission, that Cromer can control a majority of the republicans of Delaware county.—Hartford City News. Taylor and Findley, the Kentucky fugitives who have been residing in this state since the shooting of Got. Goebel, republican papers now assert can go back to their own state and be cleared of the charges against them. If that is so. a wise Kentuckian will hereafter stop to consider what party is in power before committing an offense against the laws of the state.— Columbia City Post. After having spent his summer vacation in telling the country of the great work done by republican liberators in the time when he was “no spring chicken," Uncle Joe Cannon Is now preparing for his winter's work of suppressing the bouse of representatives.—St- Louis Republic, The movement in Kentucky looking to the sending of Henry Watterson to the United States senate is one to be encouraged regardless of party. Marse Henry would do credit to his state, which is much more than ean be said of Beckham.—Muncie Star. The democratic primaries for Adams county will be held December S. Nineteen candidates are already announced. The demmies are early birds down in Old Adams. The candidates will have almost a year in which to round up the boys.”—Columbia City Mail' The rumpus in official circles at Decatur continues as strenuous as ever. The city council has ordered two night policemen relieved from duty but both decline to quit the service until ordered to do so by the mayor, who they claim, employed them —Delphos Herald. Abe Martin says: “Th’ financial stringency has struck here an' young Lase Bud's baby is euttin' his teeth on a certified check." Mrs Bertha Hart has returned from Fan Wayne, where she apeat some time with her sister.

HAD A GOOD TIME P. O. Employees and Carriers Get up a Surprise A surprise party that will without doubt be long remembered by postmaster Dyke Frisinger and his wife, was 'that Monday night, when the postoffice I employees and rural earners with their families gathered unexpectedly lat the Frisinger home to enjoy an 1 evening of pleasure with the newly i wedded couple. The affair was a com- ’ plete surprise and was well executed ■by the guests. The orchestra, com- ’ posed of high school boys, were eni gaged to furnish music for the even- * ing and at the stated time the guests I and orchestra rushed into the house . much to the surprise of Mr Frisinger and wife. After the guests were comI sortable situated Carl Moses of the i firm of Meyer, Presdorf and Moses ’ brought a beautiful rocking chair in I and it was presented to Mr. and Mrs. Frisinger. AH the employees contributed for the purchase of this beautiful present and it wifi be greatly appreciated by the recipients. J. S. Peterson. assistant postmaster in a few well chosen words, expressed the sentiment of the entire pastoffice force In wishing for the newly wed-led couple all the success and happiness that the future can bold, after which a delightful social session ensued. The music rendered by the orchestra added much to the pleasure of the evening During the session ice cream and cake was served to the merry guests, besides apples and cigars, which were afforded by Dyke and all present enjoyed themselves to the limit J. M. Frisinger delivered an address of welcome during the evening, which made all the guests feel much at home and the evening was spent as only a good jolly crowd could make it Those present were the following with their families: J. S. Peterson. Fred Vanghn. O. P. Mills. W. R. Dorwin. S. E. Shamp. George Flanders. George Everett, W. B. Engle. E. Archer, S. S. Magley, W. P. Biggs and Ray Chronister and Earl Butler.

INVALID SEVEN YEARS The Funeral Will Occur at Nine O’clock Thursday Morning. William MiMer, aged twenty years, and the only son of Nick Miller, died Monday evening at nine o'clock at rhe Miller home on north Second stre t after an illness of seven year’s duration death resulting from a complication of diseases. The deceased first took sick when but a mere boy. he being affected with a nervous disorder that the doctors could afford no relief for and he gradually grew worse until other complications set in. Seven years ago he became so afflicted with rheumatism and kidney trouble that he was unable to run and play about as other children, and which kept him closely confined to his home. Several weeks ago he took a sudden turn for the worse that forced him to his bed, from which he was never to rise again and last evening death relieved him from all further suffering. The funeral services were held Thursday morning at nine o'clock sun time at the Sl Marys Catholic church. Rev Wilken officiating, and interment will be made in the SL Joseph cemetery. He leaves a father and a host of relatives to mourn their loss.

MAKE PREPARATIONS Geneva Will Royally Entertain Visitors for the Day. The meeting of the Adams county Sunday school convention will ensue at Geneva Wednesday and Thursday of this week with encouraging prospects of haring the most successful session they have ever experienced During the all-day session Thursday, Mr. Burnie, of Indianapolis, the state field worker, will deliver several lectures. which promise to be quite interesting. W. H. Merryman, a noted "ecturer. will also deliver an address Miss Nache. of Hamilton, who is noted tor her excellent voice, is on the program for solos, and besides these, the MennKe choir of Berne, will render selections. This meeting as planned, will be a most impotant one. and from indications, many will attend The people of Geneva are making preparations to entertain a delegation from Decatur. DEMOCRAT WANT AM FAY 810

DOCTOR SUMMONED No 11l Effects from Experience—A Close Call for Baby. Mrs John Magley, who resides on north Fifth street had an experience Monday afternoon that she probably will not forget for many days to come, as it nearly cost the life of her four weeks’ old baby. The accident, as near as can be told, was as follows: Mrs. Magley had just laid the baby down on a bed until she stepped outside to secure some coal and during her absence Dora Marie, her four year old daughter, in some mysterious manner, got hold of the camphor bottle, and at once proceeded to give her baby sister a dose to keep her quiet. When Mrs. Magley returned. she at once stepped to the side of the bed and saw that the infant was gasping for breath and was turning black in the face. She at once smelled &e camphor and in a momeat realized what had taken place and immediately telephoned for the doctor, who arrived in a few moments and soon bad the babe out of danger. The dose the child had been given was so strong that It took away its breath, and nearly killed it The physician thought that the babe would suffer no ill effects frotn the camphor, but warned the mother to keep all her bottled medicine secreted bo that the elder daughter could not secure the same, as the next time the result might be different

IT IS NAMED “THE ANTHONY." Fort Wayne’s New Hdfcel Has Seen Nsmed. The board of directors of the new hotel, which must ever after be spoken of as The Anthony” decided to call the hostelry by that name After considering several name®, it was decided at the last moment to give an historical name to the hotel, which will at once call attention, not only to the city, but to the noble figure in hisory of whom the name is commemorative. Anthony Wayne. The name of Anthony Wayne is written indelibly in the history of our country; written indelibly in the history of the city and it is a splendid tribute paid the memory of the dead hero, to build this beautiful monument in the shape of a hotel, whieh shall stand for years upon years, indicative of reverence for him. Manager Keenan, who will assume charge of the hotel when completed, will no doubt incorporate the name, "The Anthony" in all the appurte-re-’ces of the hotel, and it is expected hat it will become famous, not only f->r i.s name, but for its cuisine appointments.—Fort Wayne Joffrnal-G'a-xette. o As the result of the recent deal by which the Clover Leaf secured a controlling interest in the Chicago and Alton. Toledo has lost the greater portion of the general offices of the Clover Leaf. The first move indicating the final concentration of the general offices of the road ih Chicago, was announced Saturday, when it became known that George H. Ross, second vice president in charge of traffic, had decided to locate permanently in Chicago. The office furniture of Mr. Ross' department was packed and shipped and his clerical force will follow al once. Mr. Ross' new office will be in room 249 Railway Exchange building.—Frankfort Crescent. The new water line extending from the Meibers addition to the automobile plant is completed, and is now ready for use. The line was placed in for the special benefit of company, who require much water during the course of their manufacture. It also affords them ample fire protection.

YI T' Rapid change* of temperature are hard J on the toughest constitution. 4 A The conductor passing from the heated £ A inside of a. trolley car to the icy temperature o of the platform—the canvasser spending an ▼ Y hour or so in a heated building and then a walking against a biting wind —know the a Y difficulty of avoiding cold. V q Scott* j Emulation strengthens the 0 Q body so that it can' better withstand the v danger of cold from change* of temperatureY It will help yon to avoid taking cold. A X ALL DRUOOtrret aoo. AND SI.OO. V

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TRYING TO GET JEWELRY^ 8 Casale Chadwick is St II Crea-inj Some Stir. Washington. Nov. 12 —The Suprwj, court of the United States today j». cllned for the present to dismfa, case of the United States vs. for which motion was presented last Monday. The case involves the qt» tion of the right of Collector Lag of Cleveland. 0., to seize some of Jx Jewelry of the late Mrs. Cassie Qua. wiek in New York dty, where h vjj held by Larkin as a pledge fordek Mr. Leach acted upon the theory tint the jewerly bad been smuggled aad took possession of it to satisfy debts of bio creditors The court postpoui action upon the motion to dismiss -j---tll after the case could be heard ttpa its merits. _ — o— — A Milford farmer sat down to xffi the eow the other night aid forgot to take off hie busking gloves. He r» covered consciousness the next non ing. Ralph G. Causey, a well respited farmer who lived three miles east o! Berne for the last twenty years ot more, died last Sunday, November 18, 1907. of typhoid fever and a complies tion of other diseases at the age of M years, 4 months and 23 days. His widow survives him without any children. One daughter they had died many years ago.—Berne Witness. Farmers in general report an abundance of rabbits but a scarcity d quail this fall, and as the hunting season soon opens, those who are nimrodically inclined, are beginning to examine their shotguns with a viev to have a few days’ sport. Farmers all over the county, however, will endeavor to protect the game, by prosecuting trespassers who do not se cure the necessary written permits L. L. Baumgartner, of Decatur, and his brother E. H., of near Linn Grove, have purchased the Christian Christner farm two miles this side of Monroe. They get possession of the farm Marell Ist, Mr. Christner will hold a public sale on the 19th inst. He is not sure at this time as to what he will do i>® is considering a trip to the fuherlsnd to visit his sisters whom he has not seen since he left for this country twenty-four years ago.—Berne Wit-i ness. We desire in this manner to thank our many kind friends who so materially assisted us during our sad bereavement in the loss of our son and grant son, and especially do we desire to thank Rev. Wilcox and the Mchoir who assisted so kindly in funeral services. Rev. Riley Peters and wife, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Cloud. Converted in a w.vek of hard wo.k from big. bare and unattractive, the rooms of the King piano factor; no» assumes an appearance ot a Japanese village in holiday attire 31 o'clock this evening with the B'°* the thousand lights on the hunJ- s of colors on the gaily booths, display shops and improvised amusement places,, - ton’s biggest effort to entertain ’ swing off for a week of fun and i ■ and frivolity.—Bluffton