Daily Democrat, Volume 1, Number 229, Decatur, Adams County, 5 October 1903 — Page 2

THE DAILY DEMOCRAT. BVBHY BVBKINO, IXCtM SUNDAY, BY LEW Q . ELL INGHAM. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. By carrier. per week. 10? By carrier, per year $4 00 By mall, per month 25C By mall, per year $2.50 Single copies. Two Cents. Advertising rates made known on application Entered in the postofflce at Decatur, Indiana. as second-class mail matter. J. H. HELLER,' Manager. The Greencastle Star-Press wants the Hon. Hugh Dougherty of Bluffton, nominated for governor next year, but Mr. Dougherty has repeatedly said no to all suggestions of that nature. It is possible, however, that he might be drafted. Certain it is that the nomination of Mr. Dougherty would be an exceedingly wise act. No apologies would have to tie made for that estimable gentleman if he were placed at the bead of the democratic state ticket in 1904. South Bend Times. The idea has just begun to percolate through the hair of the repub licans that there is going to be an investigation by congress of the nastiness in the postoflie* department, or at least it will be up to them to refuse to have one. The democrats are determined to press the matter and the responsible party for the refusal will be the republicans. If they refuse all will know the reason why. If they do not, then there will be an attempt to whitewash somebody and something, but the democratic members of the committee will come out with some powerful good campaign material. The republican party is between the devil and the deep sea. The recent action of the prominent republicans of the country make it clear that all the talk indulged in by some of their leaders anent tariff reform and revision is the merest “guff.” The “lowa idea” was rampant some time ago, and Governor Cummins of that state was standing upon his hind legs and wildly waving his ears and howling for some measure of relief from the exactions of the tariff wall, and demanding it at once. He now is cooing like a sucking dove, as mild as a May morn, and he says that the revision should not be made in the face of a national campaign, but that we should wait until 1905 before attempting anything like a tariff revision. This should make it as gross to the sense as the sun at noon day that unless the people of the country unhorse the republican party they will wait until the trumpet of the angel Gabriel blows before they will obtain relief from the dutch of the corporations. It is up to the people to do a little thinking. Arthur Rose is at Berne today on business.

ARE ON THE VERGE OF A STAMPEDE

Indianapolis, Oct. s.—Will the Republicans change their tune* Up to this time the betting on the result of the city election has been in favor of Bookwaiter. In fact, he has been a strong favorite on the boards, which caused the managers ot the Republican campaign to claim it was a straw which showed which way the wind was blowing. But now the odds have changed and Holtzman, the Democratic candidate, is an even favorite with Bookwaiter and the Republicans are already beginning to whine and say the betting does not signify anything Maybe it does not. but men who have money to bet generally bet on their judgment, and the fact that there is now plenty of Holtzman cash in sight is an Indication that there are a lot of men who are confident he is going to be elected. And it V oked more than ever today as if the drift has started toward Holtzrr' ’. The decent element has not had much chance against the loud, blatant and sensational efforts of the Bookwalterites to attract attention, but they are getting after matters now with a vengeance that scents of victory already. The Republicans seem on the verge of a stampede, and not a few are secretly expecting a landslide in favor of the Democratic ticket. This promises to be one of the big weeks with the state politicians, as the annual meeting of the grand lodge Kulghts of Pythias will be held here While the Knights do not figure in politics as an order, they are nevertheless regarded as a powerful factor. They extend to every corner of the state, and the candidate v. uo has their support verv frecverclv wins l» would be difficult to enumerate here

LIMA WON. Sunday Ball Game Goes to Visitors. Small Attendance and a Listless Display of the National Game. The Lima Maxwell Americans defeated the Rosenthals Sunday by a score of four to two in one of the most, uninteresting games played this year. Several elements combined to make it so including bad weather and sloppy grounds. In the first place the old Sidney team, transfered to Lima were billed here but failed to arrive sending the A nericans who have been defeated ho.-e several times in their place. The crowd was slim, the balls wet and heavy and Railing refused to exert himself and we don't blame him for that. Frank Peterson pitched the last six innings and allowed only one score. Lima’s pitcher a chap from Wapakoneta worked his he v.l nearly off in his efforts, while the Rosenthals played horse. Lima made a score in each the first, second, third and fifth innings and Decatur scored two in the eighth. It was a bad game but as good as could be exp *cted under the circumstances. Perry Mercer umpired and gave excellent satisfaction. The gate receipts were just enough to pay expenses. REPAINT THE BOXES. Names of Farmers Have Worn Off Rural Mail Boxes. We are informed that the names on a number of rural route mail boxes have worn out and the owners are requested by the inai 1 carriers to have same repainted at once, while the old mail carriers know the boxes anyway and the fact that the names are not on them makes but little difference still if they should get sick or for any other reason have to send their substitute out it would be difficult to make the delivery. We are requested to ask the farmers to do this and it is to be hoped they will attend to the matter at once. You want a suit? Go to the Boston store. October 5. 22f1d3

tne rru.nocr or successful state politicians who are Knights and who owe their prominence largely to their connection with and the friendliness of this order. The meeting will probably being together several hundred men. rongrex.man Hemenwav is expected and Congressman Watson will be on hand. Union Banner Hunt of Winchester. who is a prominent Knight, is expected to declare during the meeting whether or not he will he n candidate for the Republican nomination for governor. AH the candidates for gov- | ernor will be In the crowd, and If I there are any incipient booms it Is very probable they will be developed. There Is great rejoicing among the 1 friends of Governor Durbin over the disclosures at the Indiana reformatory at Jeffersonville. The fact that Superintendent Whittaker has been a b 'e to Induce tne companies emplo- ? contrart labor to remit over |12,00U is regarded as a vindication of the governor's course. A part of this amount wax for labor the companies had been given without cha'ge. Democrats as well as Republicans have known for a long time that things were loosely managed at the reformatory. and no doubt there would not have been so much opposition to the "ripper bill” had the public not been given to understand that he was trying to shoulder the responsibility of the Investigation onto the legislature. The matter might have been cleared up at the Investigation by the legislature nearly three years ago If it had been about In the right way. However the public will probably overlook the matter now that, there Is a prospect of the Institution being conducted on a fair business basis.

ST. LOUIS FAIR. September 15th Designated by Governor Durbin as Indiana Day. Governor Durbin has designated September 15 of next year as Indiana Day at the St . Louis exposition and this date will be reserved to the state unless something unforseen may arise to make a change necessary. By unanimous vote of the fair commission it was decided that the governor was the proper person to fix the date, and at; their lasi regular meeting the commissioners instructed Assistant Secretary Alexander to confer with Govrenor Durbin in regard to the special day. As the result of the conference between the governor and Mr. Alexander, September 15 was selected. There are many good reasons given for this selection, although the date is later than those selected by the states. Governor Durbin was anxious to select a day when it will be possible for all Indiana poeple to be present, as it is hoped to make Indiana Day one of the banner occasions of the exposition. The middle of September is about the best time for many of the people to leave their homes. For the farmers it is an ideal time, as their work is lighter than at iiny other season, as the crops have been harvested and fall work has not commenced. THE COMMISSIONERS. They Are Holding Their Regular October Session. The commissioners met this morr - ing in their regular monthly session, and immediately settled down to business. The proof of publication of the notice of extension of the Decatur A- Monroe macadam road were entered of record. There were no remonstrances to the petition. The requisition for the supplies needed during the calendar year of 1904. was also filed with the auditor, and a record made of the same. James Foreman, Elmer Fuelling and Joseph D. Winans were appointed viewers on the only ditch petition up at this term. The viewers on this petitioned Jhighway are Jacob Yager, Henry Hobrock and John Hessler. Bills took up the time of the remainder of the day. Amusements. “The name of JOHN NORTH stands for good citizenship." ROBERT DOWNING. “The Hoosier Girl” the greatest of all rural comedies comes to the Bosse opera house, Oct. 6 night. Both public and press praise it as an unrivalled production which should be an absolute guarantee of its merit and an indication of the splendid treat in store for our theatre goers. For scenic effects and magnificence of its stage settings, “Hoosier Girl” under the management of Dave L. Levis, has seldom been equaled in this city. A good cast is required to produce it, and Mr. Levis claims this to be the best ever given under this management. His Miss Kate Watson and Mr. Gus Cohan are featured in a large company of players. The Bosse opera house next Thursday Oct. 8, will be a scene of mirt and laughter, for then J. C. Stewart's merry musical farce, “The Two Johns” will appear here after an alisence of ten years in England and Europe. Edward Bigley and Bert Cannon who play the parts of Philip and Peter Johns respectively cause many ludicrous situations by being continually taken far one another. These two mount tins of of mirth’weigh at least 400 pounds each and are funny to look at even without saying anything. The company one and all are said to be competent in every respect and with the good reputation the conqiany left when last here, a full house will certainly greet them. Real Estate Transfers. J. W. Hendricks to W. L. Keller et al lot 28 Monroe |KOO. L. Thyers P. Hardison lot 265 Geneva *2500. F. 8. Peterson et al to J.H. Helfer lot 501 Decatur *250. J. H. Heller to F. 8. Peterson lots 504, 497 and 501 Decatur *250, Jacob Miller to D. G. M. Trout 10 acres sec 24 Hartford tp, *6OO.

Additional Locals. Otto Blume left for Huntington today on business. Gene Christen is visiting with his brother at Rockford, Ohio. , Louis Smith is at Willshire today attending to some masonary j work. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hite spent Sunday at Monroeville with Mr. and Mrs. Parker. Mrs. Charles Meibers returned] home today from Toledo, 0., where i she has been visiting. A. J. Teeple who has txea visiting with his sister at Leo returned | home this morning. Louis Holthouse left today for Oil City, Penn., where he holds a sale of horses this week. Isadore Kalver returned home from Chicago this morning where he has been visiting with relatives. Mr. and Mrs, Tyndal who have been visiting with relatives here returned to their home at Youngs town. Mr. and Mrs. Kessler arrived today from Patonric, HL. and will be the guests of Ezra Cutting and family. Cyrus White who has been visiting with George Deßolt and family a few days returned home last evening. Miss Ella Watson who has been the guest of Miss Leota Gilpen re-' turned to her home at Berne ti s, morning. Loins Conrad who has been visiting for a few days with his parents returned to his work at Hammond last evening. Roy Stafford, Lou Smith. John Richey, Jesse Markly and Homer Stout of Bluffton were in the city last evening. A. Tubman left for Marion today where ne expects to bid on the construction of an interurban road from j Marion to Wabash. The firm of Railing and DeVinney painters and paper hangers have dissolved partnership and each will do business himself hereafter. Judge Erwin and wife and Horace Callow left for Indianapolis today to attend the convention held there ■ by the Knights of Pythias lodge. Mrs. Henry Winnes who has been visiting friends and relativesat Baltimore; Maryland returned home this morning and reports a fine trip. Irvin Pyle and family went to Bluffton today where they expect to make their future home. Irvin has accepted a position as general superintendent of Bluffton tele phone toll line. True Worth and Virigl C the race horses owned by Flanders and Clark & Johnson respectfully arrived today from Findlay 0., both horses somewhat indisposed and will be rested up for a week. Regular Meeting. The regular monthly meeting of the Commercial dub will be held this evening. Members are requested to be present as several important matters will be brought up for discussion. FIGHT WITH NEGROES Result! Fatally for Well-Known Louis ville Young Man. Louisville, Ky.. Oct. 5. —Robert Dalton Burdine, a well-known young man. luurdeied uuJ W. D. Hayes, hia cousin, probably fatally hurt In a fight with negroes on the river front Sunday afternoon. The young men. who are members of the Louisville Boat club, left for a sail In the afternoon, accompanied by several fellow club membeis. and as they were passing Towhead Island were attacked by several negroes, who throw lumps of coal Into the boat. The boat tied up and Its occupants started after the negroes, chasing them Into a yard, where Will Fletcher, colored, seized an ax and. striking Burdine over the head, killed him Instantly. Hayes attempted to secure the ax from the negro. but was assaulted from behind and badly Injured. The police arrested four negroes, including Fletcher, although fully twenty were concerned In the assault. A Sunday Saloon Tragedy. Williamstown, Ky.. Oct. s.—Benny Kells, a white man. shot and fatally wounded Fred Thomas, colored. Sunday in a saloon. Thomas struck Frank Brumback and Kells told him not to hit that old man. when the negro drew his knife and started toward Kells, when the latter shot him Kells was arrested. Found A ladies cape with imitation fur collar. Owner can have same by calling at this office and describing property. 229d3

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Oil Leases Near Rising Sun. Rising Sun. Ind.. Oct. s.—More than 2,600 acres of oil and gas leases have been executed along creek, | in this county, within the past week. Much excitement prevails over the discovery of a small flow of oil near a quagmire in Union township It is understood that the Standard Oil company is interested in taking the leases. Gas Meter Ordinance Vetoed. Kokomo, Ind.. October 5. —Mayor j Brouse has vetoed the natural gas me- j ter ordinance. This will not kill the . measure, as seven of the ten council- \ men who voted for the meter will vote I for it again, overriding the mayor. The meters are here and are being installed in the homes of consumers. Child Fatally Scalded. Tipton. Ind.. Oct. s.—The infant , child of Mr. and Mrs. William Schu bert. was fatally scalded by falling into a boiler of hot water. It fell from a chair into the open boiler. When taken from the water the flesh | dropped from its body. Death came a few hours later.

LESS ASHES! WILSON COAL HEATER. ASK WHY? SCHAFER HARDWARECO. 'Phones Residence 312. Office 103. EJttM Yeats of Experience. Fred Reppert Live Stock Auctioneer. Speaks English, German, Swiss and Low German. DECATUR. INDIANA. ‘ MACK, a Norman horse, with white mane and tail, weighs 1640 pounds, two years old November 9, is a fine horse, good style and action. BRILL, a Be'gian bright bay, with white spot on forehead, weighs 1600 pounds, and was two years old July 10th, this year. He is a fine horse with heavy bone, good style. The above horses will stand at King s livery barn, on Friday and Saturday of each week. They are K'xsl horw-s and will stand for |lO and insure colt to stand and stmk H. FRED BOHNKE, Owner. Peter Anisjiaugh, Keeper. 226d24 HOLDS FIRE 30 HOURS! WILSON COAL HEATER ASK WHY? SCHAFER HARDWARE CO

Dr. H. 0, Wells SPECIALIST. 723 Clinton St. Fort Wayne, Ind Cures Piles, Fistula, Fissur Ulceration, Stricture of Rectum, Constipation ami all diseases of the Rectum. Dr. Wells will be at the Murray House iu Ddcatur, the first Tuesday iu everv month. A ladv nurse in attendance of ladies who call. Consultation Free

OSSE S WCH.TSE TUEH., OCT. <3tH The Coronation of King Mirth. The Laughing Success of the Season MISS KATE WATSON In a Gleeful Sufficiency ® I* TjSWK •• • • : • rttl* •• •; Hoosier Girl Supported by GUS. COHAN, and an all star cast. A beautiful Scenic production. All new specialties Prices, 25, 35 and 50c. Seat sale at Holt house Drug Co. BOSSE’S OPERA HOUSE THURSDAY, OCTOBER Bth. OH! JOY! OH! JOY! J. C. Stewart's Merry Musical Farce. The Two Johns I*’ MS Tm a * ba. You remember those funny fat fellows. Nothing old but the ntme The cleanest, funniest and m> -t successful comedy ever written STAY AWAY IF YOU DON'T WANT TO LAUGH. New Songs. Pretty Girls. Elaborate Costumes. Prices 25, 35 and 50c. Seat sale at Holt house Djug Co. ROY ARCHBOLD, DENTIST I. o. O. F. BLOCK. Phsne M 4. Weak Men Made Vigorous .... r>Mr IVTWW What PEFFER S NERVIGOR Did! P 0 ** 41, fully and quickly Cure* r .°' er {’’'Uthrul vigor A bao In tri j <*y* r * fn/r*? I.uml vitality. I tKmiwiona. Lott Fowfr. 11. er U Mating !>*•' ri/ Miy-abutr or lot?import worthiest i-ut*titute 4* kU*^.**.• fitter profit ■ I d* l *’'’? N KR Vltiofc. or aend for It] For at le by Blackburn A Christen