Daily Democrat, Volume 3, Number 137, Decatur, Adams County, 20 June 1905 — Page 1

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WAR NEWS Japan Not in Favor of Armistice Oyami Will Force a land Fight With Lintvitch -Russia is Frightened. ■y Unltsd Pr«M Nsws Association. St. Petersburg. June 20—The Novoe Vremya today prints a dispatch from their London correspondent which states that Great Britain is advising Japan against an armistice and the dispatch adds: “Great Britain hopes that Oyama will succeed in destroying Linevitoh’s army and thus relieve her of the nightmare of the Russian army being shifted later to the Afghanistan border which England js trying to extend toward Siberia." Russia is reaching their limit, is borrowing money and her poverty forces her to seek peace Bpoc al Telegram To The Democrat St. Petersburg, June 20—Operations at the front today assumed a most threatening aspect It is evident that Oyania intends to push forward ani oinpsl Linevitch to participate in another battle. Long reports from Linevitch today show increased activ - ity. Russia realizes her hopes for an armistice are going glimmering. By United Preee News Association. St. Petersburg, June 20.—The Russian shipbuilding works will be placed under the supervision of United States ship builders tor the next ten years, that Russia may thus have a new and modern navy

By United Preee New* Association. Verneselk, Russia, June 20.— Thirty eight persons were killed and many wounded in a riot here today. The Cossacks charged on the mobs. By United Press News Association. Tokio, June 20.—1 tis officially given out that while peace plans are in progress, military activity will continue, as Japan is nut at a I wi llmg to agree to an armistice. Important developments are expected speedily in various directions. A BIG FIRE Wipes Out a Wholesale Grocery At Indianapolis—Loss Nearly Two Hundred Thousand Dollars—Caused by Crossed Electric Wires, By United Press News Association. Indianapolis, Ind., June 20. — Fire this morning completely gutted the large wholesale grocery louse of Briokmeyer, Kuhn & Co., here, causing a loss of <IOO,OOO on stock and" 125,000 on building. The fire started at seven o'clock and was not controlled until nine. The building was located near Union Bation and within 100 feet ot where the million dollar fire occurred last February. Adjacent buildings were badly damaged. For a time it was feared the fire would spread to wholesale houses on South Meridian street and the en tire tire department was called out The fire was caused by crossed electric wires. The firms of Fahuly McCrea and Kiefer Drng company, who burned out in the February fire and have since occupied rooms adjacent to that district, suffered considerable damage by water this morning.

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AN ENCYCLICAL Pope Pius Advises Catholics to Take Interest In Public Affairs. •pec al Telegram To The Democrat Rome, June 20.— The pope's encyclical issued today encourages the Catholics to take a more active interest in public affairs The members of the clergy, however, are warned to keep free from party strife. The encyclical created a sensation, its object being to induce Catholics to enter public life ao they may use their influence against socialism felTdead S. P. Sherrin Well Known Telephone Man Died in Chicago Todaj—Was the Head of Indept nit nt Movement in Indiana. By United Press News Association. Chicago, 111., 20.—Si P. Sherrin. president of the Indianapolis Telephone company; also president of I the new long distance telephone company of Indiana, dropped dead in the lobby of the auditorium hotel here today as a result of an attack of appoplexv. Mr. Sherrin was here attending a meeting of the Independent telephone people, at which important steps were about to be taken to consolidate several independent lines in many of the central western states. Mr. Sherrin was the head and front of the independent movement in Indiana and was given the credit for being the one man above all others who made it possible to operate against any and all odds. He had been suffering some from the heat, but n<> one supposed he was ill. While standing alone in the hotel he suddenly reeled and fell. Friends rushed to his side, but be was dead in a few moments. The body will be sent to Indianapolis tonight

AT MONROE Rev. Hocker, of Bluffton, Wedded to Miss Williams, of Marion. « Saturday afternoon at four o’clock at the M E. church at Monroe, Rev. J A. Sprague united in marriage Rev Harvey H Hocker of this citv, and Miss B Mae Williams of Marion. The ceremony was witnessed by the relatives and immediate friends of the young couple. The church was decorated with cut flowers for the occasion, and the young couple met the minister at the altar, unattended. Rev. Hocker is a young man of sterling qualities. He is ’pastor of the Bluffton circuit. At the corner of Oak and Wiley avenue of this city he has fitted up a residence where he and his wife will reside in the future. His bride is the daughter of Mrs Drucilla Williams of Marion. Prior to their heme tn Marion, they were residents of Ohio. In both places she has many friends, with whom she is most popular. Saturday evening the bridal party drove through this city, in their automobile, enroute to Monroe from Marion, where the ceremony was performed.—Bluffton Banner. Censure Officers. Special Telegram To The Democrat Lafayette, Ind., June 20.—As a result of the tragedy by Harry Hatten, which cost two lives Sun day, the authorities are being censured for permitting such a dangerous man to run at large.

DECATVK, INDIANA, TUESDAY EVENING, JUNE 20. 1905.

GAVE A SHOWER For Miss Edith Blossom Last Evening Miss Ehmger and Deinmger Entertain For Her—The Bride to be Received Many Pretty Presents. One of the prettiest social events ever held in this city was given by Misses E'ina Ebinger and Ada Deininger in honor of Miss Edith Blossom. who will be united in marriage next week to Mr Ansel Bremerkamp. The event was held at I the home of E X. Ehinger on Monroe street and the rooms presented a most beautiful appearance, being decorated in green and white ribbons arched and draped iu many artistic and beautiful designs, while here and there •tood massive bouI quets of out flowers and roses The event had been planned as asurprise, but the victim flustrated all plans and appeared on the scene before all the guests had arrived. Still this did not tear the evening's enjoyment and tn the end the event proved more than a surprise to Miss Blossom. By eight o’clock the guests had all assembled and were seated around tables and red letters was indulged in as the evening's pastime, the prizes being won bv Misses Clara Terve-tr and Mary Holthouse and the consolation prizes by Misses Rose C nter and Jessie McLean, which p..zes were in good grace turned over to Miss Blossom by the winners. A two course luncheon was then served and at a late hour the guests de parted, bestowing many congrat-! ulations on Miss Blossom and voting Misses Ehinger and Deining- 1 er fine entertainers. Miss Blossom was the recipient of many beautiful and useful presents. FOR SENIORS St. Joseph Sophomores Entertained A Happy Event at Ehinger Home for the Graduating Class—Given Last Evening. All Class strife was laid aside last evening when the juniors and sophomores of the St. Joseph schools held a reception at the home of Miss Vera Ebinger, in honor of the dignified seniors, who on friday evening of this week pass out as graduates from this school into the graver duties of life. Tb u home was beautifully decorated in the class colors of steel grey and red, which intermingled in a pleasing manner, and numerous bouquets of roses and cut flowers completed the decorations , Games, music and dancing wert the chief amusements of the evening, and the sjiaoious house resounded with the echoes of laughter and conversation. During the evening Mias Vera Ehinger presided at the punch bowl, where she served beverage to the many thirsty ones who found their way to her booth. At ten o'clock the guests were escorted to the dining room, where a three course .luncheon was served by Misses Agnes Berling, Margaret Clark, Frances Radamacher, Estclla Kohne. Georgine Mei bars, Lillian Meyer and Vera Ehinger, which was appreciated by all, and at a late hour the guests departed, wishing the seniors sue--1 cess in their after school life.

A NEW AGENT S. S. Bartlet Appointed by the Metropolitan. Superintendent Conway of the Metropolitan Insurance oomjiany, was in tne city yesterday and ofli oially announced that he had appointed 8. 8. Bartlett, of Fort Wayne to take the place made va cant by John 8 Peterson. who was forced to resign from the company's service on account of ill health. Mr. Bartlett cornea highly recommended as a business man and in the insurance line has an establish ed reputation with the companv. Mr Bartlett will move his family to thia city as soon as he can find suitable quarters and expects to make this his future home Mrs. Peterson is contemplating a trip in search of good health and upon his return will take up his old work : with the company in soliciting in- , suranoe and collecting debits BUSINESS CHANGE - I Jerry Coffee Sells His Interest in Restaurant Charley Reinhart the Purchaser—Takes Immediate Possession—Mr. Coffee Will Rest. After fifteen years continuous business in one stand Jerry Coffee last evening sold his half interest in the Coffee & Baker restaurant to Charley Reinhart, who took immediate possession. This restaurant is one of the largest in the city and has for years enjoyed an increasing tr«de. Mr. Coffee has been an honest, industrious and successful business man and has hundreds of friends who wish him suoce.-s in whatever business he may engage in the future. He has been in ill health for several months and expects to rest for some time l>efore doing anything. The new firm will be known as Baker & Reinhart. The new member is a clever young man who will prove a success. He is a son of William Reinhart and was ieared in this county and lived here until three years ago, when he removed to Phoenix, Arizona. He returned only a few days ago and immediately began negotiations tor Mr. Coffee's interest. Being a baker by trade, Mr. Reinhart will lie a valuable member of the new firm.

GOES TO JAIL Ball Player Known Here is Arrested on Serious Charge. John Shepherd of Redkey, was brought to this city Monday and placed in the countv jail in default of a peace bond of •500. Shepherd is charged with threat ening the life of his brother-in-'aw, Charlse Geisler, although he v laims that it was only a bluff made for the purpose of enforcing the collection of a little claim over which he and his brother in-law had been in dispute. One day last week Constable William Coons undertook to arrest Shepherd on one charge or another and Shepherd resisted. He not only resisted arrest t but caught the constable by the whiskers pulling a patch of sod from the officer's chin He then knocked the officer down and left the police authority of Richland township in a badly demoralized condition—Portland CommercialReview. Shepherd was formerly a ball player of reputation and has played here a number of times with various teams.

SHOW WEEK John Green Narrowly Escaped Injury Fourth of July Celebration in Progress —A Wedding at Catholic Church (Special Correspondence.) Geneva, Ind . June 20—The De - Lacour and Fields Repertoire Co , headed by the Twin Suters De Lacour, opened a week's engagement here lasi evening with a popular bill “Under Southern Skies." The company has been enlarged and much improved since last season. The management still 'features their band and they may rightly do so, for it is a fine one They play a concert each afternoon and evening. This is the company which, despite competition, made a “hit” in Decatur during fair week last fall. John Green, One of the most prominent oil men in this section of the country, narrowly escaped be ing seriously injured in a bad run away Monday evening. He was coming in from the oil field after his hard day s work and being tired he tell asleep. He does net know what woke the horse into su;h sudden activity, but it was a hard bump that woke John and he was very much awake before the horse was stopjied. Had the animal plunged but a few yards further the result might have been too horrible to relate and John realizes it better than anyone else. Showers which have fallen for the past three or four evenings have meant many dollars to the farmers around here because of ‘he benefit they have done the corn. While all the corn does not look as good as it should, yet there are some pieces in splendid condition and the crop, as a whole, will Ije good, if not better, tht.n last year. Preparations are still going on for the big Fourth of July celebration. which will be held here, and advertising matter will be put out in a few days telling all about it. Watch for the large bills.”

The wedding of Miss Nellie Irey to John. Burgess was solemnized at the Catholic church in this place Monday morning, the ceremony being performed by Father L. A. Eberle of Decatur. Both parties are well known here, the bride being the step daughter of L. A. Nusbaumer. and the groom a resident of Phoenix. The wedding was a quiet one. only a few of the rela tivts and friends of the couple being present. HAS RESIGNED Mr. West Returns to New York—Will Travel as Salesman. E. P. West, who for the past month has been assisting Gus Rosenthal in his closing out sale, informed us this morning that on next Monday he would leave for his home at Rochester, N. ¥., where he would join his parents on a trip to Stony Lake, Canada, where he would spend July and part of August. Mr West expects in September to start on the road for August, Baum <& company, and having the states of Indiana, Illinois, Missour’,Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania expects to make this city again this fall. During his short stay Mr. West has made a number of friends who will regret to see him leave. He is fully acquainted with the clothing business, and Mr. Rosenthal will lose a valu'able salesman.

NUMBER 137

BIG FISH Exhibited at Old Adams County Bank Today, R K Allison has on exhibition at the Old Adams County bank two stuffed fish, which were captured by himself and ton, Bob, on their last fishing trip into Texas The fish aie mobsters, one measuring five feet in length and weighing 75 pounds, and was caught by Bob Allison, after a despot ate fight. The other, which is only the head, was a monster, measured six feet, and weighed, 100 pounds. The head alone measures two and one half feet around. The mouth is open and presents a horrible expression The fish were stufled by a southern expert and will be hung in Mr. Allison's home among his other trophies. Those desiring to see the same may do so by calling al the bank A letter from Tarpon, Texas, says that during last week 437 of these fish were caught there, all with hook and line Mr Murphy of Converse. 'lndiana, broke the world’s record by catching twenty four in one day WEDDED TODAY Lange-Deiner Nuptals Were Celebrated Young People Wedded at St. Mary’s Church This Morning- Reception Followed. Another June wedding was in order this morning at the St. Mary 's Catholic church, when Father Wilken united Miss Catherine Diener, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Diener, who reside in West Madison street, to Mr Nicholas Lange, son of Henry Lange, who resides on Decatur street. The ceremony was witnessed by a largo crowd of relatives and friends of the contracting parties. Miss Lena Appleman acted as bride's maid, while Mr. Fred Schurger performed the duties of best man. A wedding dinner was served at twelve o'clock at the home of the bride’s parents only the immediate relatives of the young couple being present The young people will be at home in a few days to their many friends, in a oozy cottage already arranged for them in the Mei hers addition.

HOW SHOCKING Bluffton Ball Team Bites the Dust a Hartford City. The Bluffton baseball team flush, ed with a string ot victories and well inflated with conceit was given a well merited defeat by the local team at Athletic park Sunday afternoon Score, Hartford City 0, Bluffton 5. No team that has played here this season included more old stiffs, booze histers and kickers than the gang who are playing for their board, clothes and drinks for Bluffton. Captained by Bales, who formerly played third for Hartford City, the aggregation gave an exhibition of rag chewing never before witnessed on the local diamond. Bales, when only a private in the ranks, is ordinarily a peaceful player, but since endowed with authority is anything out a good captain. His senseless kicking caused him to incur the ill will of all the rooters and he was the mark for their displeasure during the entire game.— Hartford City Gazette.