Daily Democrat, Volume 1, Number 189, Decatur, Adams County, 19 August 1903 — Page 1

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T WAS UNANIMOUS he One Hundred and Sixtieth Honors Decatur.

Made Selection ToI day. | — ■old Their Reunion Here Next Year. I — Company B. Carried Awav the Honors at Tipton Reunion. I — telegram from < 'omradc Go silk er at Tipton bears the pleasing

I WE ARE BUSY. Improvements Coming Thick and Fast. Brick and Macadam Streets and Ei£ht | Macadam Roads Under Construction. At present writing this is a busy time in this city and county. A calcnlat: >n finds public work in progress in the bricking of Monroe and Fourth streets, and the macadamization [of Rugg street, besides the Marsl al street sewer all now under const' iction. In the country eight macadam roads are being built, a total of about thirty miles, to say nothing alxmt the townships that are making macadam road extensions To cap the climax here comes the Springfield electric road, and the grade contractor informs us that in all probability the work of grading begins next week. So you see. this is our busy day. The man or men looking for a job will have to go stone blind if some of the labor here mentioned does not chase him to the remotest hiding place. All this public improvement also speaks out loud in commenda tion of the enterprise of our people. This is the kind of progress that counts. Il adds value to the realty and it shows that we are alive and appreciate 'he day and age in which we are living. Now let every one in one grand and sublime chorus sing the praise of the best city and the best county the sun ever shone upon. Altogether! That is good. Now let the knocker go away Itack and sit down. NEW SUPERINTENDENT. S. W. Ward Chosen to Command the Geneva Schools. 8. W Ward, the new su|x>rintend ent of the Geneva schools, is in attendant e at the institute. He is fresh from Inidana University, and bears all the credentials of being competent for the work in charge. The Geneva schools are among the best in the county, and for this the former superintendent, J. E. Lung iaresp. < isble. Mr. Ward steps into his new work with every advantage in his favor, and he looks liken man equal for the emergency.

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news that Decatur was the unanimous choice for the reunion of the 160th Spanish-Amer "can war veterans in 1904. This will be pleasing news to the entire population of the I city, who were anxious to show their loyal spirit to the young defenders of our country. They are indeed welcome. After the re-union next year everyone of them will be willing to admit that Decatur appreciated their visit and likewise appreciated their gallant services during the time of war. To Company Bof this city, and to every member of the 160th Decatur doffs her hat.

COUNCIL MEETS. W. P. Streicher’s Bond Approved and Speed of Automobiles Regulated. The fathers of our commonwealth met in continued session last even ing. The bond of H. P. Streicher for the performance of his paving contract, was read to the council, and upon recommendation of city Attorney Beatty, was approved and spread on record. Upon inquiry by the marshal, the city attorney informed the council that automobiles are vehicles and regulated by the ordinance on vehicles, which limits the speed to six miles. Jurisdiction regarding public nuisance and weeds on the highway, was placed with the board of health and street commissioner. Stetler moved that all checks on unaccepted paving bids be returned to the contractors. Votes stood, Stetler, Weaver, Peterson, Corbett, Teeple, aye; Fordyce, nay. In order to insure the return of his bond, Cal Miller hud paid the expense of advertising. This was apparently unfair to him, and Peterson moved he be reimbursed the amount which he had paid. Six ayes were registered and on motion carried. To expedite mutters contractor Streicher was authorized to grade ail or any number of blocks on Fourth street at the same time. The city officers were ordered to make out their annual report up to September 1, 1903. On motion of Fordyce, Stetler was authorized to insure the hose, hose-carts, and other uninsured city property. The following bills were allowed: Win Jackson, police duty $3; Geo. Steele, water works $12.20; Abe Stoneburner, $1.50; Coffee and Mangold, |35; Buriss, Ten-ill Co., sup plies sl2; Earl Adams $11.50; Jacob Buhler, $1.60; C. Ar E. railroad, freight, on coal, $103.93; J. J. Glutting, hauling hose curt, $1.50; Horace Botthoff, pay roll, S2O; Logansport & Wabash Valley Gas Co., month of August, $230; W. H. Bak er $3; E. Beery, $3.20; Citizens Telephone Co., sl2; John Coffee, $31.H0; L. C. Helm, Mrs. Kern tire, $22.50; Al Buhler, $14.90; Win. Meyers, inspector, $24; Floyd Leßrun, $7.90; A. E. Rose, $1.70. To Walbridge Park. The ladies of the M. E. church of this city, have arranged for an excursion to Walbridge ]>ark, Toledo, next Wednesday August 26. Many are planning to make the trip, which will have in store pleasures without number. Walbridge park is an ideal place to spend n day. The fare for the round trip is $1.25, and a per cent of the fares goes to the church here.

DECATUR, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY EVENING, AUGUST 19, 1903.

THE LECTURE. A Large Audience at the Court House. “My Trip to Europe" by Rev. E. A. Allen Last Night Was Well Received. A large and appreciative audience gathered at the court house last evening to hear Rev. E. A. Alien’s lecture, “My Trip through Europe.” Rev. Alien's long experience in the pastorate has given him a command of language and ease of delivery seldom surpassed. He carried an "audience in spirit through a delightful spirit over all Europe. Starting at New York harbor, he described grand scenes and pleas- *** At' ’ ■ V w- ■ r -i* .**L' ~ X ; ing incidents in Scotland, England, Erance and Germany, dwelli ing at some length on the more intersting. He described the inspiring passion play of Oberammergau, and his visit there. With characteristic humor he described his return voyage, and the rough sea that aoconqianied it. Together with his audiencee he climbed the highest heights of Abraham and interesting jKiints in Canada. Then as a fitting climax he closed with a description of that grand Independence Hall at Philadelphia and his feelings whim first he saw it. R‘v. Allen lectured about one hour and a half and not one of his large audience, but could have listened again as long. The lecture was instructive and highly entertaining. BUYS AN AUTO. John Smith ‘s Now the Full-Fledged Owner of a Cadillac. With a brand new Cadillac auto, John Smith is busy giving his friends the pleasure of a ride about the city. He purchased the machine of the Schafer Hardware Company and has already learned the means of steering the thing with all due precaution and safety. We know of no one in town who will get half the pleasure and enjoyment as the owner of an auto as will John. He has the time and inclination, all the essentials of ownership. He is a genius and will soon master every complex feature and is in but little danger of having a balking horse. Hereafter when John goes fishing or hunting he will travel with style and comfort, and “cutout” the slow and tiresome methods that usually accompany an indulgence in this predominating sport. For the information of the unwary, however, we desire to say thut John thinks it extremely dangerous and out of place for ladies to automobile.

A PRODUCER. Richland Oil Company Get a Good Oiler. , The Richland Oil Co. brought in a ’ good well on the Henry S. Passon farm, located just in the edge of Jefferson township. The shot was made Tuesday morning and many estimated the well as a heavy oiler, and made lavish predictions as to its production. This, however, can not be truthfully predicted until a test is made. It is safe to say that it is one of the best wells in that territory, and will be the the means of opening some new territory. The company is composed of Mansfield, Ohio, capitalists, who are now sufficiently encouraged to place considerable money in the future development of that field. Several good wells are credited to that locality and where there are some there is generally more. -....—— ■ BARKLEY REUNION Two Hundred and Fifty Members Present. Largest and Most Elaborate Event of the Kind Held for Some Time. “The way to the heart is through the stomach,” though trite, is nevertheless a very true maxim, and that anything more tempting to this particular part of man's anatomy could tie prepared than was presented at the Barkley reunion today, it is difficult to imagine. Men, women, I boys and girls were present and jierfectly at home, and it was like one large happy, family, gathered about the festive board. At one ■ o’clock this afternoon two hundred members of the Barkley family had registered and perhaps half as many more were present. Samuel Barkley of Kumkle, Ohio, held the seat of honor as being the oldest member 1 of the faimly. Samuel is seventy--1 seven years old. and said today that he felt like he was seven. Mrs. J. Hart of this city, was the oldest lady present, she being seventyseven also. Oregon, Michigan, Illinois, Ohio,'lndiana and other states were represented. The table was one hundred feet long, six feet wide, J and not an available spot on the entire space but what held some | tempting dish. And those good i things certainly disappeared ata marvelous rate, but there was al-1 ways more to follow until every one I was satisfied. Speeches were made ' by different persons after dinner, until four o'clock. Two members of the family, Elias Barkley and Mrs. Della Eady have died since the last reunion. This is the seuund annual reunion of the family and eclipses | any similar event held here for I some time. Contract Signed. At the office of Clark J. Lutz at an early hour this afternoon the contract was signed and bond accepted by and lietween the Springfield Traction Company and Mr. Tubman, who was given the contract last week for the entire grade of the comjwiny’s lines between this city and Fort Wayne. The contractor will likely begin work next week, and while here will look up a good camping grounds along the line. He has a large force of hands and teams and they will come prepared to live as well as work. They will strike camp some place near the center and work l>oth ways from camp. Mr. Tubman is an old contractor and knows all the kinks of the business. The grade between here and Wayne will lie easy and the work will progress rapidly. He will complete it yet this year.

THE THIRD DAY — Moving Along Like Greased Lightning. Rev. Allen, Cozine, Neet and Lowden on the Program. tomorrow’s program. 9:00 a. m. Devotionalßev. Pontius Music. I Practical Pedagogy Lowden , How to Make Our Musical Work Most EffectiveCozine Address Prof. H. B. Brown Nature Study Neet 1:30 p. tn.—Music. Plano Solo Miss Thomas Practical PedagogyLowden Music In the High School Cozine Nature Study Neet Evening 8:00 Music. An Evening of Miscellaneous Headings ... Mrs. r. 8. Lowden TUESDAY AFTERN(X>N. Intermission. After a good rest a sung was sung by the institute. Prof. Cozine then introduced the subject. ‘ ‘ Music in rhe Intermediate and Grammar Grades.” Music is an ideal study through all grades of the school and I through all grades of life. Select I songs that are suitable for the : various grades in the school. Have | your boys, that are in the seventh and eight grades sing with the soprano or alto. Don't encourage them to sing tenor or bass while | they are in those grades . He gave ; reasons for this. He then conducted an actual lesson in music by having the institute sing a few songs that had the tendency to fill and thrill the soul by their harmonies » • ' * J* PROF. T. S. LOWDEN. and Prof. Cozine stated in his talk that his mother died when he was but seven years of age, yet she had already developed in him that lofty spirit by teaching him sacred songs which he has always remembered. And now he can enjoy reading Milton’s “Paradise Lost,” Homer’s Iliadjand the like with the greatest of pleasureThe institute next listened to a piano solo by Miss Thomas which was appreciated by all, after which Prof. Neet continued his talk on “Psychology.” He began by say ing “I shall talk upon two points, first, the responsiveness of the r child and second, sympathy on the part of the teacher. The teacher must have sympathy for the child to be taught. Some have sympathy with the child but the teacher must have sympathy for the child. If the teacher expects the child to love him hi' must love the child.” I He then spoke of the sympathy that exists in the home and the kind that should exist. Telling a number of very interesting and humorous points. For lack of time he did not develope the second vital point of

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f his subject but would discuss it !in some later talk. Roll, call postponed until Wednesday morning at 9:00 o’clock. Song. Adjourned. Enrollment being 155 for the ( close of second day. WEDNESDAY MORNING. Institute opened by a song. Devotional conducted by Rev. Allen of Decatur. As an introductory he said that we see God by two avenues, through nature and through I! revelation, after which he conducted a responsive exercise. After roll call and a few compliments on the teachers by our worthy superintendent. Prof. Neet continued his talk on “Psychology.” He stated in the beginning that he has been teaching in various parts of Indiana for the past fifteen years, but "I never attended an institute where the institute was so well organized • and such uniform attendance and - interest as it is in the teacher’s inI I a c. W. BOVCHER I President Marion Normal. • stitute of Adams county.” which > certainly speaks well for our coun- . ty. Parents and school teachers • make many mistakes because they < do not understand the nature of the I child. The parent quite often dej velope in the children a kind of mercenary spirit. And the teachers are too cross while dealing with a child. The business of Psychology jis to turn over into activity and it is a function of knowledge to turn | over into activity. He gave several instances to illustrate this. If any person would think that his lite was not worth living and that he would not be compensated for his living and continually think upon this subject for a length of time he, no ( doubt, would commit suicide. This | partly tends to prove the above i statement. He then took up the | two points that was spoken of in a previous talk, namely, heredity and environment. He says “I am j of the opinion that we are what we I are is due more to our environment ' than our heredity. He then made a | plea for pure, clean manhood and womanhood, because we are responsible for our posterity. Therefore, be the best that we possibly can for the sake of the following genera- [ tions. No two persons have environments the same. Two hoys m the same family may seem to have the same environments yet there occurs a time in one of the boy’s life that will largely change his course. A number of profitable questions 1 were then asked, which were ablv answered by Prof. Neet. Rest of ten minutes. The next subject was “The Completed Man” by Rev. Allen. He said in part, in the beginning that in order to accomplish any great work there must be a plan. We should have forethought of a define i plan before proceeding. I will speak iof the dejwirtments of life. First, is that of the physical department. The child is a bundle of possibilities and the parent should see that the child is properly cared for in this department. The second great del>artment is the mental which becomes the duty of the teacher largely to develop the mental power of | the child. Everything that has ; been accomplished and is yet to lie i accomplished must lirst enter the Continued ou page four, column one.