Decatur Democrat, Volume 56, Number 18, Decatur, Adams County, 4 May 1911 — Page 6

MAGNOLIA IN BLOOM. Beautiful Growth of Nature at Mathias Kirach Home Attractive." Without doubt displays of nature to be seen at the present time in the city is the magnolia tree of Mathias Kirsch, which, in spite of the recent inclement weather that has prevailed, thv many outatret a this tree of nature is covered with a beautiful pink and white flower which always precedes the coming forth of the leaves in the spring time. The flowers are very delicate and the tree remains in bloom about two weeks, during which time the attention of all passersby is drawn toward this beautiful sight of rare occasion, and which is the only one of its kind to be found in the city. A VERY NEAT OFFICE. The Decatur Abstract company has one of the neatest offices in the city, and especially so this spring, when it comes out ready for the new season in a neat coat of paper on the walls and the woodwork and furniture renewed with shining coats of varnish. The front room is done in tan ingrain paper with a border of tan and green topped with moulding effect. The adjoining room is in salmon color with a cream drop-ceiling. - Mrs. J. W. Tyndall and Mrs. Fred Fruchte have returned from Union City, where they attended the fourth annual district meeting of the Indiana Federation of Women's clubs, which was held in the Methodist church at that place. The convention was a very interesting one, a good program having been prepared, in which several Decatur ladies had a part. Mrs. Fruchte gave a very fine piano solo in the afternoon, and Mrs. J. W. Tyndall gave the year’s report of the federated clubs of Adams county, including the Euterpean, the Shakespeare and the Historical club. Mrs. L. G. Ellingham of Indianapolis had one of the interesting papers, her subject being “Social Hygiene.” Three of the state officers attended, they being Grace Julian Clark of Indianapolis, president; Mrs. Edwin Knapp, of Warsaw, secretary; and Mrs. Markle of Winchester, treasurer. Mrs- Morris of Union City was nominated chairman of the district, the election to take place at tne fall meeting. While in Union City the delegates were entertained by the members of the Tichnor club.

Los Angeles, Cal., April 28—(Special to Daily Democrat) —With all the alleged details furnished by Ortie MeGanigal in his confession, District Attorney Frederick today began preparing the state s case against John J. and James McNamara on charges of dynamiting the plant of the Los Angeles Times. In his confession McGanigal declares that James McNamara dynamited the plant alone and the others mentioned were not in Los Angeles at the time, being guilty only as accomplices, in furnishing the dynamite, which was secured from the Giant Powder company. Attorney Harriman, for the defense, says he has positive proof that McNamara has been in close touch with Detective Burns and has received money from him. Indianapolis, Ind., April 28 —(Special to Daily Democrat)—Leo M. Rappaport, counsel for the International Association of Bridge and Structural Workers, left today for Los Angeles, where he will take preliminary steps for the release of the McNamara brothers. Before leaving he asserted that he did not believe the trial would be held for many weeks. He said Attorney Rarrow of Chicago will aid him. Herman Kukelhan, a well known young man of Root township, sailed Thursday night or Friday morning from New York harbor for Belgium and other countries in Europe, where he will enjoy a six or eight week’s visit, which will no doubt be a most delightful one. Mr. Kukelhan did not sail alone, being joined in NewYork by Mr. Altha Neart, a brother of Rine Neart, an employee of the Holthouse nvery company of this city. Mr. Kukelhan has made his home with his uncles in Root township since the death of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kukelhan, about three or four years ago, the two being killed at the same time by being struck by a Pennsylvania train at the crossing at Maples, Allen county. The Kueklhans are extensive breeders of fine cattle and young Mr. Kukelhan will doubtless get many pointers while in Europe. o DECATUR S, S. IS THE WINNER. Not only the Epworth League, but also the Sunday school of the M. E. church has been contesting with others in the matter of attendance. For the past seven weeks, the Decatur school and that of the Wayne street M. K church at Fort Wayne have

been contesting, Decatur closing with a majority of 97 in attendance during the seven weeks, which is Indeed a good showing for the Sunday school of the smaller tAwn. The attendance as the local school last Sunday was 366. Attorney C. L. Walters is the superintendent of the local Sunday school and much of the interst aroused is due to his efforts, with those of his faithful staff of officers and teachers, RUMPUS AT WILLIAMS. The peace and quiet of the little town of Williams, in Root township, was disturbed Thursday evening, it is said, by a neighborhood gossip rumpus, in which Nelson and Susan Hays. Jeremiah Draper and Charles Grim figured There was no violence, it is said, but some profanity, and affidavits may be filed. _ The new parsonage of the Zion’s Lutheran church on West Monroe street, recently completed and taken possession of this week by the pastor, the Rev. Wehmeyer, and family, was the scene of a happy reception given Thursday evening by that clergyman and his wife to the members of the congregation, fully sev-enty-five being in attendance. The affair was given as a “house warming” and it was truly a happy dedication of the home that henceforth will be occupied by the minister of this church. There was very good music by the members of the choir and also by the children of the Lutheran parochial school, which is taught by the pastor, and at the close of the musical program the pastor took the opportunity of thanking the congregation for the home and for the many kindnesses shown him and his family. A luncheon of sandwiches, coffee, ice cream and cake was a pleasing item of the social hour. Mrs. Wehmeyer’s mother, Mrs. C. Fisher, of Fort Wayne was an out-of-town guest. The evening was one of the most delightful ever spent by the congregation. The home just completed is one of the finest parsonages in the city, a modern and convenient eight room house, and one of which the church can feel proud. This morning the pastor and wife were made happy by receiving a handsome new dining room rug which was sent out as a surprise gift from the Ladies' Aid society of the congregation. o HOME FROM LOS ANGELES. Miss Hobrock, Who Spent Winter in the West, Returned Thursday. Miss Louise Hobrock, who last October, in company with Mrs. Mary McLain 'and daughter, Miss Jessie, left for Los Angeles, Cal., to spend the winter months, returned home Thursday afternoon after a muchenjoyed and pleasant visit. Although her main reason for leaving was for the excellent climate of the winter months, which is enjoyed there, she was employed in the capacity of clerk at one of the large dry goods establishments during her several months' stay there, and where she became acquainted with many, and from whom she regretted much to part. The other Decatur people are all doing fine, and enjoying good health and are much pleased with their western home. Miss Hobrock will remain here for some time at least, and states that she may in the future return there, the climate being much more pleasant than here. Her return trip was a very pleasant one, she stopping off at San Francisco, Salt Lake City, Denver and Chicago before arriving home. THE CENSUS REPORT. A bright baby girl has come to gladden the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Bohnke, who reside on rural route number three. A son was born yesterday to Mr. and Mrs. Tom Gause, of which they are justly proud. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Edwards received an announcement this morning of the birth of a son to Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Shepherd at Anderson. Mrs. Shepherd was Miss Etta Edwards of this city before her marriage. o - The remains of Asa E. Lee, the young man whose death occurred on Wednesday evening while at the bar of the Knapke saloon, and who later was conveyed to the Yager Bros. & Reinking undertaking establishment to await the verdict of the coroner, regarding his death, and the arrival of relatives who had been sent for, were on Thursday evening shipped over the Clover Leaf at 10:24 p. m. to his home at Rossville, 111., accompanied by his two brothers, Charles E. and M. E. Lee, in charge. They expected to arrive at the home city this morning at 8:30, if the proper connections could be made, and which they thought would get them there at this time. The funeral in all probability will be held on Sunday, unless some other arrangements would be made upon their arrival at Roas rille. • Bet? |

brother*, who accompanied the remains were much grieved over hie untimely death and the sad greeting, which would take place upon their reaching home. Geneva, Ind., April 28-(Special to Dally Democrat)—Two graduates from the Geneva high school—Raymond Filer and Ada Hall—will this evening receive diplomas, the commencement exercises to be held in the M. E. church at 8 o’clock. The class address will be delivered by Joshua Stansfield, D. D., of Indianapolis, mid promises to be an excellent one, his subject to be “The Ideal and the Actual." He is a great orator an<! a man of high ability and his address promises to be unusually good. The music will also be good. The Bluffton orchestra has been engaged to furnish music and Forest Fike and Mrs. Graham will sing solos, and there will be a piano duet by Carrie Lindsey and Louise Mattox. One o: the best things on the program, how ever, will be the high school boys' chorus, “Out on the Deep." INFANT CHILO DEAD. Paul, little two weeks’ oid son of Mr. and Mrs. John Hoffman of Preble township, died at the family home at noon Thursday, death being due to bleeding to death. The funeral was held at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon from the home and later at the Lutheran church, with the Rev. Koch in charge. Interment was made at the church cemetery. CASE FUNERAL. The funeral of Mrs. Jasper Case of near Pleasant Mills was held at the Salem church Thursday and the interment occurred near Chattanooga. Many friends from this city were present, as she w’as a well known resident of this county. Her husband had preceded her in death several years. Three daughters and one eon have also died from a family of thirteen. She also leaves two brothers to mourn their loss. She has suffered the past two years with paralysis and all her life had been an active member of the U. B. church. Mrs. Case was fifty-eight years old. , _ , o — .. .. TIES KNOT. Rev. Seman Officiates at First Wedding Ceremony. At noon Thursday the Rev. Seman, pastor of the Methodist church, officiated at the first wedding, when he united the lives of two young people, Miss Daisy Andrews, of Monroe and Mr. Lee Owen Banta of Ridgeville, the marriage ceremony taking place at the parsonage. The happy couple had come to the city on the morning train, and having secured the necessary credentials, went to the home of the minister where the knot was tied. The ceremony was quiet and required but a short while for the solemn words to be pronounced. They will make their home at Ridgeville, where the groom is employed.

Floyd Neil Avery, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred L. Avery of Mcßarnes street, passed away at 8:45 o'clock last evening after an illness of several weeks. Just five weeks ago today he became ill with the measles and later pneumonia, with other complications, arose, the doctor giving it as his opinion that the child s malady was acute consumption. Prior to contracting the measles, he had been in failing health, suffering much from a gradually growing weakness. The boy was born in this city May 8, 1898. and had he lived until a week trom next Monday, would have been thirteen years old. He was a student in the city schools and an active member of the young people's departments of the Evangelical church, being a lad of manly qualities and much loved by all. He was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Avery and the parents are heart-broken. They had one other son, Donald, younger than Floyd, who died several years ago at the age of tw’o years. Not only are the parents grief-stricken, but all who knew the boy and loved him for his many good traits. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Evangelical church, with Rev. D. O. Wise in charge of the services. Interment in the Decatur cemetery. o HOME FROM CONVENTION. Decatur People Attended Baptist Convention at Muncie Thursday. Rev. and Mrs. Ehle, Etta Brandyberry and Jessie Winnes, who were at Muncie Thursday to attend the Baptist convention, which was held at that place during the day, returned home and report the meeting a very successful one from every point of view. . Much business in connection with the church work was attended to, aud several interesting and imyoetaat addreseea were made by v*H-

' ou* ministers of surrounding cities Rev. Ehle gave a short but stirring 'address, in which he spoke of the high ideals which they as church workers should have and in man) ways gave advice which should be carried out by the members tn general. The assemblage was quite a noted gathering and much was profited by all who were favored with the opportunity of attending. A WEATHER BUREAU. To be Installed Here in a Short Time. Fiank Westler, traveling representave for the Standard Weather Bureau service of Uhrichsville, Qhio, has been in the city several days soliciting advertisements for an electrical weather bureau which he wishes to place in some prominent part of the city, providing the necessary ads can be obtained. it is of a standard make, backed by good authorities, and guaranteed to be correct and the weather to be determined twentyfour hours previous. He has been quite successful so far, having disposed of a number of signs, but still needs several more, and which he wishes to close up In a short time. If one of these can be secured for this city the people here can judge for themselves in regard to the forecast, which is a credit to any town. It is enclosed in a firm case, and lighted by means of electricity, which adds very much to the attractiveness of the bureau. It is surrounded by ads of the various business men ——e According to the reports of the enumerators of the children of school age in the city of Decatur, there are sixty-six less children of school age — that is between the ages of six und twenty-one years—than there we'e last year. The total number this year is 1208, while that of last vea’ran up to 1274. Os course thery are several reasons for this, besides race suicide, as many have moved away, many under age have married, and are no longer included in the “school age’’ list, and others have reached their majority. The only ward showing a gain was that of the Third ward. The enumeration was taken this year by Frank Mills in the First and Third wards, and Albert Sellemeyer in the Second ward, these two officials doing their duty well. The enumeration of this year and list, according to wards is as follows: First Ward. 1911 1910 Boys 200 239 Girls 191 230 Total 394 463 Second Ward. Boys 178 179 Girls 190 195 Total 368 374 Third Ward. Boys 235 231 Girls 211 204. Total 446 431 Grand Total 1208 1274 o The Fast ditch case from Allen counth has made itself heard again in the Adams circuit court. The ditch case was sent here on change of venue about eight years ago, where it spread itselt over a good part of the records oi tne court, and was later sent to the supreme court, where a judgment was rendered against the petitioners. The case now sent here on change of venue from the Allen circuit court is entitled the Commissioners of Allen county vs. Arthur Fast et al., seeking to recover from the petitioners some 13,000 which Allen county expended in paying the costs of the old case. The Blue Creek ditch case which ( has been on trial for the past two weeks, and which will take several weeks yet to finish, was adjourned at poon today and will not be taken up again until a week from next Monday, by Special Judge Hartford of Portland. The adjournment was taken that the court room might be given over to the hearing of several state cases, which will be tried next week. Herman Sellemeyer, guardian of Huldah Baurer, filed current report, which was approved. A state case was received in the Adams circuit court on change of venue from the court of F. S. Armstrong of Geneva, a justice of the' peace of Wabash township. Ida B. Miller is the defendant, and she is charged upon affidavit of Mrs. Mary Liddy, with keeping a house of ill fame, on the north side of Shackley street, Geneva. The case grew out of a trouble arising last Sunday, April 23rd, it is said, Mrs. Liddy being jealous of alleged relations of her husband and the Miller woman. 'Squire ChilfirexTOry ~ Fit FUTWUTS OAITORIA

Armstrong found the Miller woman Jbieh were taxed at |l9, the defendant appealing the case to the clrcu court. John T. Kelly, guardian of Jacob F<> k lp person of unsound mind, files suggestion of death of ward. Final report filed, approved and the guardian discharged, upon paying over ° the administrator of the estate the assets In his hands. Mr. Kelly was appointed administrator of his wards estate, filing bond in the sum oi $-.- > with D. B. Erwin and J. C. Buckmaster, sureties. Real estate transfers: Mary E. Lhamon to Janies S. Keifer, part ot lot 4. Salem. 8125; Joney Meyer to Christian Rich, lots 454, 455, 4.>6, 458, 459, Heme, 12500; Jos. Robinson to Bartley Burk, 40 acres, Jefferson tp., $2100; George Zehr to Amos H. Zimmerman. 80 acres, Hartford tp.. $5600; Amos 11. Zimmerman to Geo. Zehr, 80 acres, Hartford tp., 81000, Charles S. Felty to Frank Ford. pt. lots 186 and 187, Geneva, quit claim deed, $400; William M. Felty to Frank L. Ford et al., realty, quit claim deed, $900; James M. Macy, administrator. to Isabel Macy, undivided 2-3 in 40 acres, Jefferson tp., $400; M. R- E. Cemetery Assn., to Jacob U. Armstrong, lot 209, M. R. E. cemetery, sls. The divorce case of I-aura Foughty vs. Charles K. Foughty, which was continued from last Saturday afternoon until today was. again taken up at noon today before Judge Merryman. It is thought that it will be finished this afternoon. Deputy Clerk D. O. Roop was off duty today, taking the teachers’ examination. County Clerk-elect Ferdinand Bleeke was serving in his place 'a the office, getting acquainted with the work. — w ■ Contracts were closed this morning which assures us a circus day on May 18th in the field just across the bridge where the circusses are wont to display. The advance man arrived this morning and at once leased the field from Mayor Teeple and also bought a permit to have a parade on the streets with permission to display cages, floats, chimes, calliope, camels, elephants and horses. The name of the circus is The Gollmar, greatest of American shows, and is a three-ring affair. They also carry a menagerie and from all reports are putting on a good show. A circus is always welcomed by both the yonug and old and the old become young for a day, and a general good time is had by all. The show will arrive here Thursday, the 18th, about 3 o’clock in the morning. W. H. Reaney, the advance man, who was here today, stated that the circus carried twenty-five cars, and ' there will also be the usual fun of | watching these unload. The show comes here from Portland, where it shows May 17th and plays at Hartford City the day prior to that. The Gollmar Bros.’ shows winter at Baraboo, Wis., and will open the season there a week from next Saturday. From there they will go to Jonesville, Wis, thence to Hammond, Ind., and make a tour of the state. From Decatur they will probably go to Kendallville and thence to Michigan. A GREAT PLAY. The attraction at the Bosse opera hous* on May 4th, will be “Tempest and Sunshine,” a dramatization of Mary J. Holmes’ thrilling novel, by Lem B. Parker. The story centers around two sisters who are called “Tempest" and "Sunshine,” on account of their dispositions. The supporting company is composed of artists of acknowledged merit and the scenic and mechanical effects are novel and realistic. oELKS ADD ANOTHER Members of the Elks’ organization who attended the regular meeting Friday evening were all smiles this morning as a result of the gathering when they conferred the degree work upon another candidate, Herman Colchin, who now enjoys the right to accompany the other members on next Friday evening to witness the work to be given to another candidate. A large attendance was present and the evening was considered one of the most pleasant enjoyed together for some time. o— — One of the very prettiest of the April weddings will take place Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dlrkson, one of the most prominent families of Preble township. The bride will be their lovely daughter, Miss Ida, and the groom, Carl Nuerge, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Nuerge of near Friedhelm. The groom i* a husUing carpenter, and both of the contracting parties are very prominent and popular among the large number of their

acquaintances. The Rev. H. C. Ja U| of the BL John’s Lutheran church will solemnise the marriage and there will be about one hundred forty guests present to witness the nupBals and partake of’the Wedding sup. per served afterward. The bride will have as her maids, her sister, mi ßi Emma Dlrkson, and Miss Emma Mey. era, while the groom will be attended by his brother, Fred Nuerge, and Henry Bleberich. —— ——o —... POLICE COURT NEWS. Two parties, whose time had fx . pired this morning on the ninety-day limit when fines are stayed, appeared and settled the same to the satlsfa? tlon of the court. Mayor Teeple quite successful in the collection o: his fines and is to be commended for his business-like way in handling tha office. Concerning the affidavit filed yeaterday for the arrest of Charles Grim on the charge of profanity, an outcome of the racket at William Thursday night, the officers went to the scene of the rumpus and found that the defendant had disappeared, hence the warrant could not be served. Nine directors of the Farmers' Grain company of Sheldon, who called In the city Friday, leaving for their home on the 4 o’clock car, came to get pointers and plans for the erection of a new elevator at Sheldon, inspecting the Bowers-Nibllck Grain elevator of this city, and also calling at the Decatur Furnace, Foundry and Machine Works’ plant, where plans will be made for the machinery to be installed by them. They expressed themselves as well pleased with the Bowers-Nibllck plant, which is one of the newest in this section of the country and strictly up to date, and the new grain elevator at Sheldon will be built after this model. The Decatur Furnace company may also come in for a part in the work, as plans will be submitted by them to the grain company for inspection. The nine directors, who are certainly a hustling up-to-date bunch, included the following: Dr. D. C. Wybourn Frank and Casper Harbor, Enoch Smith, Marshall Welbaum, George F. Springer, Will Wagner, Joseph Dehner and Harley Somers. TRUSTEES’ MEETING. The meeting of the township trustees in the office of Trustee Butler this morning adjourned without taking any action other than a motion to meet in the county superintendents office Monday morning at 10 o’clock to elect a new truant officer and to file the enumeration report.

BITTEN BY DOG. Samuel Jones, who for several days has been canvassing at Eaton. Ind., returned home Friday evening aftea very successful canvas. Thurs I«: while engaged in his line of work. 1 just as he was approaching a 'one a dog ran up to him and se: s ■teeth in the calf of his left leg The l .te was not rorlcus, and will no* cause him trouble in try way was quite painful for the time being Mrs. Henry Bauman of Monmouth, who underwent a triple operation some time ago for ailments with which she has been suffering tor some time, is greatly improved and her condition is becoming more encouraging each day. The condition of Mrs. Paul Miller, of east of the city, is still quite serious, she suffering from an attack of gall stone. Although slightly better, her condition is such that the attendance of the physician is necessary each day. The attack was a very severe one, but an operation, which it was at first thought might be necessary, is now declared off, unless something unforseen sets in. Mrs. L. W. Frank, who has been quite sick since Tuesday with pleurisy, is somewhat better. Meredith Stewart, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Stewart, believes in being in style, even though it is a little late in the season, and is fostering a good old-fashioned case of the measles. o— ■ PETERSON HIGH SCHOOL CLOSES Albert Sellemeyer Teacher iwo Graduates From High School. Albert Sellemeyer, one of the high ly successful young teachers of the county, Friday closed his second term as teacher at the Peterson big- 1 school. There were two graduates this year from the two-year high school course there, they being Beat rice Yaney and Deen Byerly. 1;l closing exercises consisted of an <- T cellent program rendered by the P ll pils, a feature of which were two little plays excellently executed. At noon a sumptuous dinner was spread M the patrons, in accordance with a cu ® tom that meets with much appro' a greatly fostering the social tplrib