Daily Democrat, Volume 2, Number 52, Decatur, Adams County, 12 March 1904 — Page 2

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COUNTY TICKET For Joint Senator JOHN W. TYNDALL For Representative JOHN W. VIZARD For Prosecutor JOHN C MORAN For Auditor C D. LEWTON For Sheriff ALBERT A. BUTLER For Surveyor L. L. BAUMGARTNER For Coroner JOHN S. FALK For Commissioner First District DAVID WERLING For Commissioner Third District MARTIN LAUGHLIN CITY TICKET For Mayor David d. coffee For City Clerk JACK McFEELEYI For Treasurer W. J. ARCHBOLD For Marshal ED GREEN For Councilmen—First Ward AL BUHLER alex Lebrun FOr Councilmen—Second Ward H. 8. PORTER HENRY STETLER For Counclltnen—Third Ward PETER GAFFER PETER KIRSCH

For mayor, Charles L. Colter, for marshal Harry Cordua. Easy pickin.’ The guilty ones who put up that innocent looking job on Charley Colter, will have something to answer for, in the sweet by and by. The republicans of this district will meet at Muncie under call of : the district chairman, George .Lilly, on April 20, to the select two delegates to the national convention, and one | presidential elector. Major Davenport of Bluffton, is a candidate for delegate. The ‘‘tile trust gang” focalwed in Adams county and Mr. Fleming's candidate for joint senator admit every indictment against their candidate. Some body sold the farmers of the joint counties a gold brick.— Fort Wayne News. “Tile trust gang.” Now that sounds more dignified, and is not so easily confused with the more modern term of trus’ or combination. It also better classifies the different agencies of mankind. Democrats with their boot full of money, shall ever hereafter answer to the sweet and alluring name of •‘gang”, while their more favored

Bosse’s Opera House. Tuesday, March 15 MR. WILLARD SIMMS In the Musical Comedy that never fails to please Pickings from Puck Lyrics by Clarence Sinns. Music bv Theodore Northup. direction Ollie Mack and Jos. M. Gai les A SUNBURST OF WIT AND HUMOR Producing Scintillating Rays of Laughter and Merriment. An all-star cast- An ensemble of beauty. Carload of scenery. New and catchy songs. Tuneful music. Superb, costly costuming. Prices 25, 50 and 75c. Seat sale commences Saturday morning at nine o’clock at The Holthouse Drug Co. store.

Farmers, Attention! If you are going to hold a sale, call on J. N. BURKHEAD LIVE STOCK AND FARM AUCTIONEER Address, Decatur, Ind., R. F. D. No. 2.

g. o. p. brother, will have to plod through life known as a decrepid old hunch hacked trust. So be it. FROM GENEVA Young Man Sent to Jail for Hopping Trains.

Marshal Oscar Whiteman of Geneva came up this morning accompan . iedby a young man known as “Reddy” Boze who will serve a six day jail sentence for “jumping" trains. “Red” is a genuine loafer and is almost continuously in trouble of some kind. Police business at Geneva is rather brisk ai present, five drinks having been locked up there last night. At this trial this morning two were released and three paid fines. Real Estate Transfers. A. J. Lafferty made a business trip to Fort Wayne last evening. Gottleib Greber to R. K. Gerber pt sec 4 Hartford tp <2400. Gottieb Gerber to Levi Meschbergber pt sec 3 and 4 Hartford tp 80 acres <4XOO. Gottleib Greber to J. K. Yoder pt sec 44 Hartford tp 4 acres <2400. Daniel Sprunger to D. J. Srunger bt lot 306 Berne <75. Jaoob Hunzicker to D. J. Sprunger et al lot 20 Berne <IOOO. J. A. Neuenschwander to Chris-' tian Neunschwander pt lot 357 : Berne <9OO. C- M. Stauffer to Wabash tp pt sec 5 Wabash tp <SO. L A. Henning to T. C. Gland lot 459 Decatur <IOOO.

John W. Fuhrman to W. D. Rinehart lot 605 Decatur <llOO. Louis Klein to Fort Wayne & Springfield Ry Co., pt sec 1 Preble tp |3OO. Adam Buetled to Willis Flora lot 389 Geneva S7O. Sarah J. Wagner to T. S. Perkins pt sec 1 Monroe tp <IOO. Jacob Reppert to Oswald Reppert vt sec 27 Preble tp 60 acres <1(0. Brvon Whithredge to H. A. Tindall pt sect 10 22 Blue Creek tp 40 acres <2400. C. C. Sprunger to A. C. Hirschy lot 4 30 Berne <550. C. C. Sprunger to Sarah Stuckey pt lo3t 75 Berne <l5O. Eliza Baker et al to B. N. Allen lot 15 Berne.

Strong Testimony. I Gilmore Drug Co., Fletcher, Ohio. Gentlemen: Having a horse with a , bad bruise on one of its hind legs, I was indvced to try a bottle of your Caustic Oil, and as I got such good results from its use, I have used it for many other ailments, such as lame back, sore throat, fresh cuts, etc., and have found it just as beneficial in all cases, in fact I would not be without it. and can recommend it to anyone, either for man or beast. Yours truly, O. O. Lentz. D. D. S., Piqua. Ohio. Howard City, Michigan. I have 18 good farms for sale. Forty acre to 120. can sell you any size farms you want. Timber or cleared land, will sell for cash or small payment down. 47d6 PETER NELSON

COURT NEWS Faylor-Studabaker Case Monday A. R. Wolfe Appointed Executor of Sylvester Wolfe Estate.—Other Business.

CVmrt news continues to be rather scarce article and it requires no little hustling to dig up an occasional item of interest about the ■ temple of justice. During the I thirty six days of this term but nine cases of any importance have i been filed and of this number four , have already been disposed of. The will of Sylvester Wolfe was probated in court this morning, A. R. Wolfe being appointed executor. The necessary bond was filed and approved and the necessary letters issued. John W. Abnett. administrator of the estate of Jacob Abnet, filed proof of the notice of his appointment. Proof of publication of the notice of sale of personal projierty also tiled. —c—

The circuit court room will re sume activity Monday when begins the second trial here of the FaylorStudabaker case to annul a will. The case was tried here in January, continuing nearly three weeks and resulting in a disagreement of the jury. This is the fourth trial of the case.

SURPRISE PARTY Miss Amelia Winters the Happy Victim of Good Time. A delightful surprise upon Miss Amelia Winters in honor of her fiftenth birthday was given last evening at the home of her parents and the young people enjoyed every moment of the occasion. The games of pit and flinch were indulged in was as also a three course luncheon. The guests inclued Misses Ella Edington, JeinfLutz, Fannie Hammell, Fannie Frisinger, Carrie Te«ter, Della McGongal, Dana Sourers, Ada Cowan, Nora Winters, and Amelia Winters. It was a happy event and Amelia's young friends wish her amny happy hours.

Hot claret at Burt House Case, ts WANTED—Bailed straw or shredded corn fodder. Frisinger & Co. Fresh fish at all times at Fred Scheiman’s Meat Market. I have hired a number of fine paper hangers Alex Leßrun ts House jiainting and papering done to order Alex Leßrun & Co. ts Call on Alex Leßrun if you desire to paint your house or anything in painting line. ts The stallion. Tampa, that got the biggest premium at the Adams County Fair last fall is at Meyer & Scheiman’s Livery and Feed barn Decatur, Ind., See him. 48d6 We are making special low prices on monuments to be erected by Decoration Day. We have all the latest designs, and invite you to call and see them. Wemhoff's Monumental Works, Decatur, Indiana. Leaders of North-eastern Indiana. Farms and City Property for Sale. Erwin & Erwin have for sale two farms in Union township, well im proved; 90 acres, 8 miles from city and 120 acres 3 miles from city. Also two 80-acre tracts in Washington township near city, one 90-acre tract one mile from town, 81 acres three miles from city in Root township. ' well improved, on pike road and rural route. We also have a number of city properties and two good business j blocks. These will be sold at bar gains, and we will list others desiring i to sell farm or city or city propertv. I Money to loan at the lowest rate of interest. ERWIN A ERWIN

Amusements. From rep, r.s heard of the coming attraction at the opera house next Tuesday, March 15, there is no doubt of its excellence and its merits. It is headed by the well ' known vresatile comedian, Mr. William Simms, who is quite a favorite in the south. It will be remembered that Mr. Simms appeared here about two years ago and was engaged for only two weeks, but owing to his ability of making . such a big impression he was reengaged and compelled to spend five weeks in the city. Messrs Ollie Mack and Joseph M. Gaies have Mr. Simms now under contract and has furnished him a vehicle that is filled with “Just Laugh” fir the patrons of the theatre and have called the play “Pickings From Puck.” The play is superbly mouted and beautifully costumed, carry their own scenery and com pany of thirty artiste and chorus. Among the principal support of Mr. Simms are the following: Miss Mildred Flora, who appears as the Slavey, is an artist of refinement, who handles a part of this kind in a manner that has made her famous; Miss Marguerite Burnham, who has been connected with the Subret attractions and many other musical productions; Miss May D. Hall, who possesses a contralto voice of much strength, and sweetness. As to the male portion of the support to Mr. Simms, those of much prominence are: Mr. Geo. A. Martin, who handles the German part of a detective very amusingly; Mr. Wm. Woolfall, Jos. Menick, Mr. Wm. A. Wiliams. F. H Whittier, Geo. Summers, Wm. Bradley, Ernst Marvin and the Crescent (Quartette. Among the others are: The Misses Harriet Meeker, Julia Dean, Jeanette Holden, Jessie Collins, Helen Hildreth, Frances Alger, Jessie Carey, Violet Gray, Julian Bunnell, Edna Gardner. May Mills, Alice Ray, Marie Jennings. Messrs. C. F. Southworth, Wnj. Williams and others. “Pickings From Puck” has many new musical numbers and filled with bright, sparkling, clean comedy.

Hot Claret at Burt House Case. For all kinds of fresh fish call at Fred Scheiman’s Meat Market, WANTED—Carpet to weave. J. C. Coverdale, South 11th steret. ts Rumor Spoiled Evening's Gaity. St Petersburg. March 12. —During a concert at court last evening organized by the empress, a rumor was current that the Russians had lost heavily during the last Japanese attack on Port Arthur. The imperial box remained empty, whereas the empress and the dowager empress and other members of the imperial family had been expected to be present at this strictly official fete seems to five confirmation to the rumor.

Expects Much of Kuropatkin. Bt. Petersburg. March 12.—Gen. Kuropatkin. who is about to leave for the far East to take command of the military forces, had a long farewell Interview with the emperor. The em- i peror in bidding him farewell express- ■ ed the greatest confidence that he would bring great glory to Russian arms. CODY WANTS A DIVORCE Buffalo Bill Says Wife Attempted to Poison Him. Denver. March 12. —A petition for divorce filed in the district court of Big Horn county. Wyoming, Jan. 9 last by William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill) has just been made public. The complaint lharges cruelty and alleges that on Dec. 26. 1900 Mrs. Cody attempted to ■tTVTALO »tIU poison the plaintiff. Another ground on which the plaintiff asks a decree is that the marital relation has been Intolerable to him by bls wife’s refusal to entertain his friends at his home at North Platte. N. D. Mrs. Cody, who la at North Plattte. denies her husband's charges, and will contest the suit. Col. and Mrs. Cody wore married at St. Louie, March 6. 1866. Martial Law Declared Off. Telluride. Mo., March 12.—Martial law was declared off in this district last night.

HARNESS We have and are complete in this line, and everything made to order on short notice. > > > Repair Up and Oil Up Now is'the time, and we 'have the best oil, or will oil and repair for you cheaper than you can do it yourself. REMEMBER US FOR AWNINGS Don’t] forget our drawing. Five fine prizes, Ticket with every 50c purchase. See bills. > > H. S. Porter

Farm For Sale.—l3s acres in Jen-' ings county, only <35 per acre, limestone soil, 20 acres bottom, good house, orchard, large burn, living water, 20 acres timber, balance in cultivation, 20 acres growing wheat, on pike,3 miles from Pa. railroad, 2 miles from Big 4. Call on or address, D. A. Hendrickson, Queensville, Ind. I)R. P. L. FRITZ Dentist Office above Holthouse. Schulte A Co.’s clothing store. DECATUB, - INDIANA. Insure Vour Property in the Decatur Insurance Agency Qallogly & Haefling

F I II S T NATIONAL BANK Capital.. $100,000.00 Surplus 20,000.00 Resources 660,000.00 DIRECTORS: P. W. Smith, Pres’t C. A. Dugan, Cashier W. A. Kuebler, Vice-Pres’t E. X. Ehinger, Ass’t Cashier D. Schmitt J. H. Hobrock D. Sprang 3 per cent interest paid on certificates. We solicit your patronage DECATUR, INDIANA

' ■ ' ■ — II Are You... going to use electric lights? If so, get your wiring done dur ing housecleaning and save I work. For special prices call on Frank P. Bell Headquarters at City News | Stand Don’t Pay Taxes when your property is mortgaged Call on INA M. WYATT Notary Public and take advantage of the mortgar*’ exemp'lon law. Office with Gallogly A. Haeflln*, insurance agents. De atur. Ind. ROY ARCHBOLD, DENTIST. I. O. O. F. BLOCK. ’Phones—Office, 1&4; residence, 246