Daily Democrat, Volume 2, Number 268, Decatur, Adams County, 21 November 1904 — Page 2

IHE DAILY DEMOCRAT. ■ ▼■■T IVIHINO, BXOIPT BCNDAY, ST LBW O . ELLINQHAM. ■ ■■SCRIPTION RATES. Uy osrrler. per week 1O» ■y Oerrler, per year *4.00 By mall, per month 26c By mall, per year $2.60 Single copies. Two Cents atvsrllllngrates madeknown on application Watered In the poetofflce at Decatur. Indiana, as Meond-olass mall matter J H.HELLER, Manaosr, Senator Cockrell, of Missouri, is to la favored by President Roosevelt, and has t aen asked to accept a place on the Panama Canal commission. His acceptance has not been announced. Politicians are now figuring on securing two instead of one federal court for Indiana, thereby making another place for a favored son. Many states with less territory and less reason for such a judiciary, is the assigned reason for pushing the claims of Indiana. Rural Route Four. Mrs. A. L. Garboden spent Sunday with S. J. Spangler and wife. John Reed left Fridav for Cleveland, Ohio, where he will visit with relatives. Pearl Blossom and Miss Bertha Ferguson, of Steele, spent Sunday with Miss Minnii Sheets. Mr. and Mrs. William Mumma of McGill, Ohio, spent Sunday with William Singleton and family. IS DYING james R. Soverign, Great Labor Leader, Who Canvassed Indiana. Wallace, Idaho, Nov. 20.—James R. Sovereign, former master workman of the Knights of Labor when that organization was a power in labor circles, is dying r at his home here of hemorrhage of the brain. His condition this morning is considered hopeless. While he was talking to his wife early in the evening the attack suddenly came on him. Sovereign came here but a few days ago to assume control of the Idaho State Tribune, and organ of the Western Federation of miners. Mr. Sovereign is known in almost every town in Indiana. He stumped the state for Parker during the entire campaign. His work of organization among laboring men Has done mote to place the cause of unionism upon its present high plane than that of any other man. Ko We Ba custard Pumpkin at Trues. 268-3,1.

WEE ROBES HORSE unm MESS

“AS BOLD AS A LION.” Ilather Say Bold aa a Partridge If You Would Be Exact. The only explanation of the adage, “As bold as a lion," is that th* lion’s magnificent, muscular body, his noble head, great mane, the fact that he is a wild beast and—still more probably—his deep throated roar that sounds so extraordinarily bold have made him feared for generations. But the Hon belongs to the family of eats and is not bold. To those who know best he is not brave even in the hour of danger. The lioness, who is smaller, less terrible to look upon and is without a mane, is brave in defense of her young, but she. too, is not bold. She is merely bolder than the lion. In comparison with any animal that can face danger and fight “fair” the lion is a coward. To prove it let us see for a moment how it is that the lion chooses to hunt his prey. The lion does not hunt. In the reeds and grasses near some pool in the jungle he lies hidden where he knows that other animals will go to drink. Catlike, he leaps upon his victim, striking it with his powerful paws. Then his great jaws break the neck of the unfortunate creature he has taken by surprise. and the Hon boldly carries off the carcass to devour it where he will. The folk who live on the outskirts of jungles in the Hon’s country sometimes lose their sheep and goats when a hungry lion can muster courage to go near a human habitation in his search for food. He goes at night and stealthily. Who knows but that his heart goes pit-a-pat and his big limbs tremble at every sudden noise? The natives of India and of Africa know, however, that they can frighten away a thieving Hon by fire and torches. If cornered and forced to fight he will do battle savagely, but he doesn't seek an open fight, and any traveler will tell you that as a rule the “king of beasts” bolts on sighting a man. To be as bold as a partridge —as brave, unselfish, daring, heroic, as a partridge—is something one might be proud to boast. No lion defends its young with the courage of a partridge. The lioness at bay will turn in defense of her cubs, will fight the enemy, will spring at him furiously; the partridge will leave its little ones quite unpro tected in the nest, or wherever they may be in hiding, and will offer herself to spare them. It is not the unthink ing heroism of excitement. The bird knows what she is doing and the danger. She schemes to attract attention to herself, but she manages to lead the dogs on. and she escapes. We at least have never heard anything in the life history of the partridge so sad as that the mother bird has been taken at that supreme moment. Under the very nose of the dogs she will flutter and limp, with drooping wing, to deceive them into the belief that she is lamed and cannot fly.—New York Mall. Self Made. A Philadelphian was at an evening gathering recently, where he met a widow to whom lie wished to be especially complimentary. “The fact is,” said he during the after dinner conversation, “you women make fools of the men.” “Sometimes, perhaps," said the wid ow carelessly. “Sometimes we don’t have to.”—Philadelphia Ledger. The Menn Thinsr. “Phyllis is the meanest kiud of a gossip.” “What makes you think so?" “Because she never tells you any thing herself, but gets you to tell her all yon kiv"v."—London King. Chance is a word void of sense. Nothing can exist without a cause.—Voh taire.

We will hold our first special sale of Winter Robes, Horse Blankets, Harness, Horse Collars and Mens’ Heavy Winter Cub Bear and Astrican Cloth Coats. THIIKSbA'- FSATURDAI DECEMBER 1,2, 3 \\ e will have a very large line of goods, all new, direct from the factory. No old shop worn stuff but fresh and first class. We do not want to make any claims that we cannot make good and you can be assured we mean what we advertise \\ e will mark all the goods in plain figures and at prices that will sell them fast. We want to make special mention again of the line: WINTER ROBES, HORSE BLANKETS, HARNESS, HORSE COLLARS, and HEAVY WINTER OVERCOATS. Schafer Hardware Co. ( X/e do not advertise a Three Rinj Circus and then give a Ten Cent Side Show)

NAPOLEON’S POLICE. T They Were Well Watched to Insure a Full Measure of Duty, During the reign of Emperor Napoleon I. at a dinner in Paris the conversation turned upon the emperor and his government. One of the company remarked that he was a great man, but was too fond of war. When the party broke up, a gentleman who was present requested to speak In private to the person who had made that observation. “Sir,” said he, "I am sorry for it, but I must request you to go with me to the police.” “Why?” said the other in the greatest apparent alarm. “I have said nothing against the emperor but what every one must acknowledge, that he is too fond of war. There can be no harm in that.” “With that I have nothing to do. You must go with me to the police.” The other now began to show the strongest symptoms of fear. He entreated the police agent in the most pathetic language to have compassion on him. The other, however, stood unmoved by all his solicitation, when suddenly the man rose from his knees and burst into a laugh, to the utter astonishment of the informer. “You think you have caught me,” said he. “You are a spy of the police. So am I, and I was put over you to see whether you would do your duty.” THE COST OF A LEGACY. Sometimes It Doenn’t Pay to Inherit Money In Italy. In Italy it appears to be a somewhat expensive affair to inherit money—that is, if it be a small sum. Not long ago a young man died In the little town of Romagna who left 1 lira 58 centesimi, or not quite 34 cents. This sum, which had been deposited in the postoffice savings bank, begame the property of the young man’s father. As the amount was so small, the father thought it unnecessary to make a declaration of the legacy as the law prescribes, especially as the stamped paper on which the declaration must be made would cost about 22 centesimi more than the money involved. Three months afterward he received a demand from the local state treasury for the payment of 14 lire 48 centesimi (nearly $3). Thinking a mistake had been made, be took no notice of this demand, with the result that later an official called upon him and demanded the immediate payment of 18 lire ($3.50). The father had not sufficient money in hand, so the official took possession of the man’s furniture. The cost of this seizure brought the total sum to 3u lire, which the poor maa had to pay that same evening to avoid the sale of his goods by auction. IncoustUerate. Mabel—l du believe Miss Ponds is In love with tlii.l poor young lawyer. Clara—What a shame’ And she would make such a good wife for some fellow who was marrying for money.—Puck. The King «n<J the Preacher. Dr. South on one occasion aftei preaching before Charles IL. who, by the way, did not care any more than the humblest dissenter to listen to a read sermon, was twitted by the king of having read from a manuscript. “How is it. Dr. South,” said bis majesty, “that you, who are so famous for preaching without book, should read your sermon when you preach before me?” “May I answer your majesty with another question?” replied the witty doctor. “How is it that your majesty always reads your speeches to your faithful commons?” "Odsflsh. doctor.” said Charles, "because I have asked them for money so often that by this time I am ashamed to look them in the face.” Dr. South, it must be admitted, bad fairly laid himself open to the retort.

z —You Can’t Build a House ! ~ From the Top Down \ NOR CAN YOU FASHION A SUIT , ' From the Outside In. /. Unless the foundation be true, the superstructure crumhi t/ and falls ’ . 8 | Jp 1 A. B. & Co’s Hand-Tailored Clothes /I D// (our kind) are right from the start, and it’s their inner g ood UJ Jf C ness that contributes largely to their outer smartness They hold their shape to the end, because they are ■ KTjl PUT ON, but PUT IN. Do you get the point? ' * Don’t let the opportunity pass and share in the rare bargains. Prices not low, but moderate. The Square man F3CDS EE IXITI —I Al— Decatur, Ind

150 misses woolen sweaters at 95 cents this week at The South End Bargain Store. 268dtf Home made candies at the Blue Front store—specials for Thanksgiving. 268d3 The Rathbone Sisters are requested to meet at their hall this (Monday) evening. Business of importance. M. E. C. 150 misses’ woolen sweaters at 95 cents, this week at the South End Bargain Store 268dtf You can got “A Stolen Heart” of John Mayer at this office at 20c. Make your Thanksgiving pumpkin pies of Ko We Ba custard pumpkin at True’s. 268-3 d. 127.50 Hot Springs, S.D . 30.70 Deadwood and Lead and return from Chicago daily, via the Chicago & North Western Ry. Correspondingly low rates from other points. The Black Hills region the great natural sanitarium of the west, is one of the most picturi esque spots in the world and well worth a visit. Information and tickets can be secured from your home agent. Illustrated Black Hills booklet with valuable map mailed |on receipt of 4 cent in stamps by jW .B . Kniskern. Chicago. A beautiful map. valuable for reference, printed on heavy paper 42x64 inches mounted on rollers; ’ edged bound in clcth, showing our new island pa sessions. The Trans-Siberian Railway, Pacific Ocean cables, railway lines and other features of Japan, China, Munchuria, Koorea and the Fat East. Sent in receipt of 25 cents in stamps by W. B. Kntskern, P. T. M., Chicago & North Western R'y, Chicago, 111. Chicago excursion. On account of the international Live Stock exposition, the Erie railroad will sell exoursii n tickets to Chicago and return at very low rates. Tickets on sale November 27, 28 and 29. Return limit December stb.

Try our fancy cranberries, Iqt free with each *1.50 grocery’ order at True’s 268-3 d

BUSINESS MENTION. Have Hensley lay away your Xmas present. You don’t have to have the cash until Xmas. 264dtf See Hensley's holiday stock. 264dtf Lost—A boa, beaver; lost between the residence of Wilda Wattsand the Boston Store. Return to this office. Have you seen those misses’ $5 coats we are selling at $3.69. The South End Bargain Store 265d3 You can buy your holiday pres ents at Hensley’s before you get your money. 264dtf Have you seen those misses’ $5 coats we are selling at $3.69. The South End Bargain Store. 265d3 We have everything you want for presents for uncle, aunt, papa, mama, brother, sister and sweeti heart, at Hensley’s. 264dtf. Try Swift’s fancy break fast bacon at True’s.2 68-Bd. For Sale—Garland base burner; good as new .Jj Enquire of Dr. Roy Archbold. 266d6 I g Don’t delay too” long, but come early and get the cream of our Xmas goods. Heusley. 264dtf. Have you seen those misses’ $5 coats v>e are selling at $3.69 The South End Bargain Store. 265d3 Our delight is to show you our Holiday goods. Call and see them. Hensley. 264dtf valuable presents will be given away at Mat Schafer’s saloon, Christmas eve, to the holders of lucky tickets. A ticket given with every drink. 260d2wks Saturday Evening Post, $1.25 per year or 5c per copy delivered at your door each week. Ladies' Home Journal SI.OO per year. Frank Mills, Agent. 257dtf Why not have a Ko-We-Ba “Thanksgiving Dinner” es the very best and finest of groceries at True’s. 2ob 3d.

BUY A PUNCHING BAG. Put it up in your home, any room will do. Con be put up in a few minutes’ time. Punching the bag is the greatest of all exercises, and will give you strength and development. Its practice improves the appetite, accelerates circulation and aids assimilation, quickens the eye sight and improves the complexion. There should be one in every home. 1 will put one up free of charge and give you a starter how to use it. Prices range from *1.50 to 14.00 per bag. I also have some of the lattest syle of boxing gloves for sale. Address, P. J. Pitts, physical trainer, agent, or leave orders at G. Rosenthal’s clothing store, 127 Second street, Decatur, Ind. Public Sale E. S Christen will offer for sale at the Riverside Livery barn Friday, November 25th three Shorthorn Durham Bulls, pure bred and eligible to registry. Also 35 head of pure bred Poland China hogs, consisting of 20 sows and 15 boars, alljfancy bred, and thoroughbred. Joseph A. Kiess and Albert A. Butler will sell at public auction on the Albert,’Butler farm, three miles northwest of Decatur, commencing at 10 o’clock a. m., on Wednesday, Nov. 30, six head of horses, seven head of cattle, two brood sows with pigs at side, three brood sows, will pig in Msrch, Jersey boar, 1 shout, farming implements, three stands of bees, 14 tons of timothy hay in mow, 200 bushelscorn, 400 bushels dates, and 100 shocks fodder. Terms |5 and over a oiedit of 9 months, without interest; under |5 cash.

“A Stolen Heart*’can be had fn, 20c at this office. Try it. Come to our store, select y OUr presents for your friends and ive will save them for you until Xmas at Hensley’s. 264dtf ’ For Sale—Some fine pure bred Poland-China gilts. C. D. Kunkle Decatur, Ind. 267d10 '

The Japs Win to )

“The Yankees of the East’’ are making things hot for the Russian Bear—partly because they are just naturaly the better men and partly because better prepared for the conflict. By the same token our Winter Suits knock the spots off all our competitors for public favor, They are naturaly better—BETTEß CLOT H—BETTER F I T—BETTER STYLE, and they’re pre pared for the battle of life by being cold water shrunk before cutting; then tailored by the most expert workmen in America. Want one? You will when you see them. Any good fabric you want $3.00 to $20.00. Men’s Overcoats $4.00 to $20.00. Elzey & Vance Cor. E. C. 11. Decatur, lun.