Daily Democrat, Volume 2, Number 290, Decatur, Adams County, 17 December 1904 — Page 1

VOLUME II

CALDERWOOD IN JAIL Well Known Citizen Indicted by Grand Jury

WITH FORGERY Raised Check on Gottschalk & Meyers Cashed Check at the Old Adams County Bank—The Arrest Causes Some Surprise Dr George Calderwood, a well known citizen of Blue Creek township. was arrested last evening, and placed in jail by Sheriff Butler. The charge against him is the very serious one of forgery. He was indicted by the recent grand jury, and the evidence against him is said to be pretty strong. The crime was committed four months ago, and while there was some talk about it, no one tiled an affidavit, and it remained for the grand jury to take action The indictment returned is in four counts, and alleges that on the date mentioned Mr. Calderwood received a check for <1 50 from Gottschalk A- Meyer, road contractors at Bluffton, for whom he had been working. When he cashed the check at the Old Adams County Bank here, a day or two later, it called for >9.50. As soon as the check was returned to the contractors they noticed the forgery, and demanded a settle ment. Calderwood was threatened with arrest, but it seems the affair was settled. When arrested last evening, he said, “Why I fixed that matter all up, if you don't believe it, ask Rufe Allison. ’’ However, the fact that the eight dollars was made good, doesn't excuse the de fondant in such a case. T.n check was made payable to George Celtei wood, who the indictment allegewas Calderwood. Two of the counts of the indictment allege forgery and two that the check was changed or raised. The charges are similar .however, and the penalty the same. The defendant has re : sided in this county all his life. H>y is a brother of Rolla Calderwood. who lived in this city several years INFORMAL DANCE Entre Nous Club to Give Social Event on Tuesday Night Next Tuesday evening the Entre Nous club will give their first informal dance of the season in their sjiacious clnb rooms in the Rosen thal building. It will lie the first event of a series, that this popula r club intends to give. The boys need no introduction in this line, as they are well known by their past social record, but are endeavoring this season to out-do all former events. The club rooms have been neatly refurnished, and present a handsome appearance; and every thing is being done to add to the popularity of this club. The event will no doubt prove to be a tine one, and those taking part in it will certainly enjoy them selves

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had trouble "loop the loop Company” Lost Their Real Artist Richard Gardner, a loop the loop artist, appeared before 'Squire Van i elt last night and caused a capias to be issued against Frank Tyner and William H. Day, managers of j the ' Loop the Loop’’ show which , appeared at the Grand opera ho use | last night. Constable Hallis served the papers and an immediate trial was had. Gardner said he had been employed by the company at a salary of >SO a week to do the loop the loop act, but that in Chillicothe .Ohio, two weeks ago he was let out, the company refusing to pay his salary. The managers ad mitted owing Gardner and 'Squire \ an Pelt gave him a judgment for t«0. An execution was immediately issued. Constable Hollis learned that during the trial the property man had taken the trunks containing the company’s wardrobe to the Big Font station in order to get the stuff out of town. The Constable arrived at the depot in time to seize the trunks, which he now has in his possession. At the ; time the trunks were smuggled | from the theatre to avoid execution ; the managers transferred the management of the show to one of the chorus girls thinking the procedure would prevent the constable getting possession of the trunks. The matter had not been adjusted at noon today. Gardner claims the company secured a cheaper loop the loopist and then let him go. —Anderson News. This company showed here Thursday night. NEXT TUESDAY Vote for the Railroad Appropriation The Cards in the Window Say so and th* Wise Man Will Obey “ Vote for railroad next Tuesday' are the words that appear in laig> letters on placards, which wen I posted in the window of nearly every business house in town early this morning. They created more talk than anything which has oc ourred since the announcement of . election day. The instructions or these cards should be observed. I means h greater Decatur, a bettei land more prosjierous future tor citizen of the town and township. ' It is estimated that if this election II carries the improvements in Deca i|tnr next veiir wll * amount tci >200,000. Doyon realize what » I summer that means. Mr. Laborer. Mr . Merchant, Mr. Farmer-0 means higher wages, more work, more business. It is a golden opportunity, one that comes but fev , times in the history of any oom munitv. and one that must not be 'turned down Sing the chorus Hagunaudagain-’Vet. tor Rail‘rond next Tnevday."

DECATUR, INDIANA. SATURDAY EVENING. DECEMBER 17, 1904

MEETS TONIGHT Special Meeting of Those Interested in Carrying the Raiiroad Election Every citizen of Decatur or Washington township who is interested in carrying the subsidy election next Tuesday is requested to meet at the Commercial Club rooms tonight to organize for work on 'election day. Itjs a matter tant busness, and you should show your spirit by attending. GOODS IDENTIFIED Stolen Buggy and Harness Found Here They Were Taken From Ridgeville Three Weeks Ago - Located by Marshal Green of this Chy S. A. Coppess, a liveryman of Ridgeville, Ind., was in our city last evening for the express purpose oi identifying some property hat was stolen from him on November 27th. Marshal Green had been notified some time ago to be on the look out for a stolen horse and buggy, the Portland marshal giving him the information, and ever since that time Marshal Green has been working on the case finally locating the stolen harness and buggy yesterday morning. He immediately wired Mr. Coppess, who arrived last evening, and at once proceeded to the home of Mr. Freel on North Ninth street, where the property was clearly identified and turned over to Mr. Coppess. Freel states that the way he became in possession of the property was during one of his huckstering trips, when he met a man driving a sorrel horse and single buggy. The fellow Freel states he asked him to trade, and the matter was finally arranged and the deal made, Freel giving the fellow ten dollars to “boot.” Etch man unhitched from his rig and with then new acquisition proceeded on their way, Freel never suspecting anything wrong, until asked about the matter by Marshal Green. Mr Coppess stated ihat the horse was hired out to a stranger, who failed to return the same. Mr. Freel states that he can identify the man if he ever sees him again. A RICH LOAD A Clover Leaf Train Rearing One Hundred and Twenty Three Thousand Dollars Worth of Goods At 12:25 this morning the most valuable freight train that was ever hauled over the Clover Leaf, left ho yards in this city, east bound. Tim train was No. 40, and was pulled hr on sine 157 with Engineer Drolett at. the throttle and Con luctor Bottles in ohnrg* of the train. The train consisted of forty one loaded oars of which thirtythree were meat, seven with liquors >f various kinds, and one contained poultry and eggs from Fear <fe Co., if this city. The average value of ►he freight was >3,000 to the oar, or 1123,000 for the entire train. The Mam was scheduled for a fast run, is all the stuff was for import lines. The new Clover Leaf engines ar* -he largest and finest that ever passed through this city. Something of an idea of their magnitude , lan be gained when it is learned that each of these ten iron horses | weighs eighty-five tons, has a water capacity off 1.500 gallons and four teen tons of coal and cost about >IB,OOO each —Fanltfort Tinaea

KNOWN HERE I Monroeville Lady; Who Died Yesterday Mrs. Krick the Wife of a Prominent Allen County Merchant Answers the Call of Death Yesterday’s' 1 Monroeville Breeze said: After many months of affliction, although’the end' came unex- | peoted, Mrs. died at the family residence on West South street this 'morning at 7 o’clock. She had been to Fort Wayne only A few days ago to consult with her physician and on returning t home was taken to her bed and continued to grow worse, and yesterday her companion and friends gave up all hopes of her recovery. She was a citizen highly esteemed by every ■ one who knew her, especially in town. She has resided in Jefferson, Madison and Monroe townships all her life, having been born in Jefferson township, being the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Townsend, both . deceased. A husband, one son three brothers and two sisters sur vive her to mourn with other relatives and friends the loss of one who was dearly loved and who will be greatly missed. She was a mem- , ber of Rathbone Sisters of this city also the Christian church where the funeral services will be held next Sunday morning at 10 o’clock, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Batten- , field, after which the remains will , be interred in the Odd Fellows’ cemetery south of town. BADLY WOUNDED Albert Dehuff Shot by His Brother— They were Hunting The Portland Sun says: Al De huff, aged seventeen, who lives along the lob just ovor the Adams county line, was accidentally shot and probably critically wounded, Thursday afternoon, by a younger brother while the two were out hunting. The accident occurred about four o’clock while the young er Dehuff boy, who had r cocked both barrels of his shotgun, was about to let the hammers down onto the cap . One of the barrels was discharged and the entire load was lodged in the right arm of his brother who was only a few steps away. The wounded lad whs able to walk home, a distance of about three fourths of a mile, and Dr. W. \V. Swarts of Geneva, was summoned. A portion of the shot struck in front of the arm and lodged in the region of the liver, taking with it pieces of clothing and suspender buckle which, to gether with the quantity of shot, were removed by the attending physician. While young Dehnff is iu a critical condition hopes of "bis recovery are entertained. A SURPRISE Mr and Mrs. Grant Ball of Magley are the Victims Last Sunday, December It, 1904, Mr and Mrs. Grant Ball, of Mag ley, were surprised by their friends, the occasion being the birthday of Mrs. Ball, those present were Mr. and Mrs. R B Johnson and son Herman of Peterson. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Comer amt daughters Emma and May and Mr. Jake Comer, of Echo, Mrs Jane Ball, of I Magley and Mr and Mrs. E. Burt Lenhart of this city. Any amount 'of good things to eat were in evidence, and all enjoyed themselves immensely

BEGINS 10M0RR0W Forty Hours Devotional Service—Rtv. Valentine Here Commencing tomorrow morning the Forty Hours’ devotion services, will begin at the St. Mary’s Catholic church. Father Wilken will be ably assisted by Father Valentine, of Cincinnati,()., who needs no introduction to the Decatur public, being a powerful and fluent orator, and having last winter given to the citizens of this city a series of lectures that were well’’attended, and pleasing to everyone. £Father Eberly will also assist. PRETTY WINDOWS Decatur Merchants Up To Date Holiday Displays are the Most Beautiful Ever Seen In Decatur Should a person from a foreign planet visit Decatur just now, and take a walk along the business thoroughfares, he would immediately realize that the season was an extraordinary one. Never injfhistory have the windows of the various stores gave forth such an inviting and pleasing appearance? They are tasty, beautiful and show the handiwork of artists trained in the profession of trimming. Every line of business have a representation in the windows, and each is a marvel of modern skill. The clothiers, dry goods houses, restaurants, notion, jewelry and furniture stores, even the meat shops have a display that is sure to attract your attention. On the inside of the stores the big stocks of goods prove that you can buy as pretty and valuable gifts in Decatur at a lower price than anywhere on earth. Santa Claus will bo here one week from tonight. HERE IS A TIP Do Not Address Both Sides of Your Express Packages The clerk in the express office was just about to toss the pickage back of the counter when he noticed that it was addressed on both sides. “It’s good I saw that. Charges might have been collected twice," he siid. ‘ That’s funny,” remarked the shipper. * 1 just paid the charges, you know.” “Yes.” responded the clerk, “and it’s paid, but the second address might have caused them to collect at the other end. You see I checked it off‘Paid’on one side, hut when it reaches the other office it might lie that the prepaid mark would be on the bottom. That would bring the other address up, and, seeing no ohecK mark there, the receiving office would mark it “Collect.” The chances are the package would be handled side up, without the other address and the prepaid mark being discovered, and the prepaid! mark being dis covreed, and the party to whom it is addressed would pay the second I express charges.” “ And I thought ( I was doing something to expedite matters in putting the address on both sides,” commented the shipper, “You weren’t," said the clerk. “It’s all right to address letters on hoth sides, for the convenience of mail clerks, but don’t put two addresses on express packages, unless you want to run the risk of paying double "

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COURT NEWS Two New Damage Suits are Filed Occa King Granted a Divorce—Other Court Business Attorney Schafer Peterson filed two damage cases in court this morning, one entitled Henry Kinney vs Toledo, St. Louis & Western Railroad company, demand >2OO, for loss of horse killed by train. The other case is entitled Andrew Miller vs Grand Rapids & Indiana Railway company, demand >4OO, for loss of fence and young timber by fire. 11 ~°“ John M. Blossom vs Elsie S. Blossom, divorce, default as to defendant, answer filed by Prosecutor Moran. Mary C. McCollum vs John R. McCollum, divorce, default as to I defendant, demurrer o verruled. Answer filed by prosecutor. —o — Ocea B King vs Phillip S. King, divorce granted and >3OO alimony allowed. Plaintiff's former name, Ocea Harmon restored. Judgment against defendant for costs to be paid within sixty days. —flin the Louis A. Henning assignment case a summons was ordered to the sheriff of DeKalb county for Edna Henning to appear in the court January 9th and submit to an examination as to assets of Louis A. Henning in her hands. —o— William P. Battling vs W. C. Cochran et al, defendants ruled to answer. GIVE A BALL Mea and Tom—You KnowThem-Wil Give a Ball . On December 28th Med, Tom and [True will give their annual yuletide ball at the spacious and beautiful rooms of the Entre Nous. The invitations are now under construction, and will be sent out some time during the coming week These boys are fast becoming famous in this line, and their dances are always a success, and largely | att ended. The yuletide ball will no doubt eclipse all former events ; and should you In so lucky as to secure an invitation, you should attend without fail. FATHER DIED Dr. Thomas Received a Sad Menge this Morning Dr. P. B. Thomas this morning received a message from Glenoar, Ohio, announcing the sad news of the death of his father, 8. 8. Thomas, who had been suffering for some time with pneumonia. Dr. Thomas was at Glenoar about one week ago, and when he loft hts father was improving, and contin tied to do so until a few days ago, when he suffeted h relapse, which he could not survive. He was sevent.v-isx years cf age, and an old resident of his state. Dr. Thomas and family will leave this evening over the Grand Ripids railway to attend the funeral. Royal Slave The “Royal Slave" company will show in this city on next Wednesday, Deo. 31. The show is one of the best on the road, and Manager Bosse is to be congratulated npoti securing this attraction.