Local Officials Named for County Offices
For Representative Charles C. Harrah. for Clerk Edwin L. Prickett. for Treasurer George J. Growcock. for Recorder John Finley. for Sheriff William F. Cary. for Coroner Dr. Frank W. Black. for Surveyor C. W. Kidd. Northern District commissioner O. F. Johnston. Southern District commissioner David J. Graumlich.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles C. Harrah
Edwin L. Prickett
George J. Growcock
John Finley
William F. Cary
Frank W. Black
C. W. Kidd
O. F. Johnston
David J. Graumlich
Debate over bank deposit guarantees and 1912 presidential prospects
The Journal Gazette questions bank deposit guarantees and party stance while criticizing supporters who push it. It contrasts Thomas R. Marshall for 1912 with critiques of party platforms and governance. The piece probes whether guarantees would apply to other ventures and challenges proposed Democratic policy.
Pity on Riling Silence in Indiana Election Rhetoric
The Kekomo Tribune argues Thomas Riley Marshall remains silent on alleged brewer and saloon influence in Indiana politics. It portrays Marshall as constrained by beer house money while critics warn his election could revive the old era of lax liquor laws and political manipulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kekomo Tribune
Thomas Riley Marshall
Presbyterian College
Columbia City
Marshall
Indiana
Hamlet
Democrats reject government guarantee for bank deposits
The Columbia City Post reports that Democrats oppose a government guarantee and support a small tax on bank deposits to fund depositor payments in bank failures. The government would only enforce the law, not assume payment duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia City Post
Lozier Sells Wagons Cheap in Noble County
Lozier advertises wagon sales in Noble County claiming unusually low prices and wide selection to attract buyers. The brief notice emphasizes affordable transport options for local farms and tradespeople.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noble County
Editor clash over governor candidates sparks sharp exchange
The Albion New Era editor accuses the Columbia City Post of narrow mindedness and deceit in judging gubernatorial contenders. The Post replies defending broad-mindedness while criticizing the New Era for lying and partisan bias anent Watson Marshall Slack and Ralston in the Taggart era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albion New Era
Columbia City Post
Post
New Era
Watson
Marshall
Tom Taggart
Slack
Taggart
the Post
Indiana Rifts Over Prohibition Debates in State Politics
The Lafayette Journal notes that many Republicans doubt prohibition will gain support, arguing saloon laws are sufficient if respected. It predicts voters will resist external influence from Crawford Fairbanks, Albert Lieber, Thomas Taggart and allies, insisting on local self government and state autonomy.
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Crawford Fairbanks
Albert Lieber
Thomas Taggart
Indiana
Lafayette Journal
Farmers Ignore Bryan Appeals in Indiana
Indiana farmers express satisfaction with 11 years of good prices and prosperity under current policies. They say they see no need to risk a Democratic administration and will not rush to Bryan's campaign contribution box, according to the Seymore Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Bryan
Seymore
Kidney Pills Promise Quick Relief and Trial Offer
Advertisement for kidney pills claims 30 day trial for $1.00 with guaranteed relief from backache rheumatic pains and kidney and bladder trouble. Says direct action on kidneys and invigoration of the entire system. Sold by M. C. Beck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. C. Beck
Gompers and Taft Deplore Attacks Over Labor Roles
The piece argues Gompers embodies union ideals despite Taft aligned criticism. It notes long opposing injunc tion stances, questions labor leaders steering votes, and reflects that workers vote independently rather than follow leaders.
Nobles County Notes Include Visitors And Farm Plans
Marion Arthur Busz plans to become a Noble county resident and seek a farm lease or purchase. Mrs Horn and daughter and granddaughter visited Albion and Kendallville families. Mrs Anna Cookingham from Chicago tours Noble county en route to Judge Hiram Young’s farm. Public sale for Rebecca Brown on a south town farm slated soon. Ed Speaker’s peppermint oil yield reached 337 pounds on Jim Stephenson’s farm. Autoists from Indianapolis visited Albion on Sunday afternoon. Sunday heat rose into the nineties. The Cookingham Young Benfer groups dined with Mrs G W Roof.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Arthur Busz
Huntington
Noble County
Rebecca Brown
Ed Speaker
Jim Stephenson
Elmer Guthrie
Familly
Charles Campbell
Indianapolis
Albion
Kendallville Community News Roundup and Events
Kendallville notes report September school start second week, band concerts draw crowds, visits by residents from Lagrange and Butler, and local business activity. Gas adoption tops 70 applications as Kendallville Buggy Company profits rise. Prolific social visits, automotive interests, weather impacts, and an upcoming James E. Watson speak at the Boyer Opera House August 21 are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. Watson
Boyer Opera House
Taft and Sherman Club
M. E. Church
Fair Grounds
Congies man’s costly dinners and a Panama visit
A Chicago businessman and congressman William B. McKinley hosts lavish dinners, more than any other congressman in two years. He traveled with a congressional party to Panama and the West Indies where a San Juan dinner featured a humorous intro. An anecdote follows about a boy and a rider, highlighting a joke about a horse.
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William B. McKinley
Congress
Chicago
Cannon
Panama
West India Islands
San Juan
McKinley
The Greater Danger in a Domestic Umbrella Joke
A husband hides their umbrellas to prevent recognition by friends visiting. He explains he fears guests will recognize them, while his wife questions the motive as they prepare to entertain. The aside reveals a lighthearted domestic moment with a sly punchline.
Dr King’s New Life Pills Recommended by Ingleside Man
After 15 years of chronic indigestion and spending over two hundred dollars, B. F. Ayscue of Ingleside N C says Dr King’s New Life Pills did more good than anything else. Sold under guarantee at M C Beck’s drug store for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
B. F. Ayscue
Ingleside
N. C
M. C. Beck
Rings Little Liver Pills Promote Health for All
Advert says Rings Little Liver Pills relieve sick headache and biliousness at once. It claims a rosy complexion and clear eyes from use and notes no griping or sickness. Marketing copy for all the family, sold by M. C. Beck.
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M. C. Beck
Kimmell Social News Details Visits and Illness
Miss Margaret Fry hosted Earl Flowers and family while Mrs. Gale and her mother visited. Dorothy Kistler is ill with cholera infantum. Carrie Baker spends a few days in Kimmell. May Wolf and Marion Growcock were guests of Myrom Haursey in Albion. Harriet Cook of Mishawaka visits relatives. Willard Swiggart and family visited John White and wife. Mrs. Fred Hays of Garrett stays with her parents. Harry Jones and wife from Indianapolis called on Kimmell friends. Sherman Williamson and family plan to move back to Kimmell from Noblesville. Rev Hiley Baker hosted Enoch Nulf and family, Samuel Earnhart and family, Dennis Baker and family, Rollin Blackman and family. Miss Hazel Lane, recently ill, is now convalescent.
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Margaret Fry
Earl Flowers
Gale
Kershner
Dorothy Kistler
Miss May Wolf
Marion Growcock
Albion
Myrom Haursey
Willard Swiggart
John White
Fred Hays
Garrett
David Doll
Hiley Baker
Enoch Nulf
Cromwell
Samuel Earnhart
Dennis Baker
Rollin Blackman
Avila notes and local society updates
Mrs Belle Stewart visited Avila from Garrett last Thursday. Joe Amon died Sunday morning with funeral Tuesday and Catholic Cemetery interment. Mrs Allie Shambaugh is ill. Fred Bourck worsened Saturday after a long illness. S K Randall left for Fort Wayne Sunday at 7:42. Rain fell Friday and Saturday. Charles Holsinger and family plan Kendallville move to Tarlton residence Auburn street. F G Hadley and family returned from Mt Vernon Ohio. Auburn band drew a crowd last Thursday. Mrs Milo Faux and children visit country relatives. Home Missionary Society went to Rome City last Wednesday and met Rev Stright. Mort Loomis, wife and son Robert, visited W F Hadley last Sunday. Miss Madge Stewart went to Albion Friday to visit her grandmother Mrs E J Bonham.
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Home Missionary Society
Rome City
Rev, Stright
Mort Loomis
Robert
W. F. Hadley
Madge Stewart
Albion
E. J. Bonham
Electric Bitters Treated as Grand Family Medicine
A testimonial from Mr. Frank Colan of No 436 Houston St New York hails Electric Bitters as a grand family remedy for dyspepsia and liver issues. The product purports to regulate digestion purify blood and restore vigor to weak individuals offered under guarantee at M C Beck's drug store priced 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Colan
Houston St
New York
M. C. Beck's
Multilingual Woman Arrives from the Orient in U S
A woman arrives in the United States from the Orient claiming the ability to speak forty languages. The question remains whether she can stay still and maintain one language at a time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United State
Pleasant Hill Jubilee and Onion Day Visitors
Pleasant Hill townsfolk attended the Jubilee at Ligonier and Onion Day at Wolf Lake with plans to rest for the Albion Fair. Mrs Susan Flinn and her daughter Ulric Butz will visit Part ridge Kansas to see relatives including Mrs Flinns brother John Norris and Mrs Miles Wilmott. Master Max Taylor marked his eighth birthday with a party.
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Ligonier
Wolf Lake
Albion
Susan Flinn
Ulric Butz
Partridge
Kansas
Flinn
John Norris
Miles Wilmott
Buzz
G. W. Smith
Max Taylor
Bucklin's Arnica Salve Praised by Rural Reader
Tom Moore of Rural Route 1 Cochran Ga says a bad instep sore healed after applying Bucklin's Arnica Salve. He bought the product at M C Beck's drug store, noting less than a quarter box achieved perfect care under guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Moore
Cochran
Bucklin
M. C. Beck
Jefferson Splinters and Small Town Visits
Lidia Alheim shopped in Fort Wayne and visited relatives. Will Lower stayed with his aunt Mrs. William Hayes for a few days. Nora Bortner and Mattie Trumbo visited relatives and old friends nearby. Mrs. Bina Homsher and Mrs. Julia Foote traveled to Indianapolis and Ligonier respectively. Horticultural Meeting at James Harvey's on August 20 invites everyone.
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Lidia Alheim
Fort Wayne
Will Lower
Stroh
William Hayes
Nora Bortner
Mattie Trumbo
Albion
Bell Swickard
Barker
Julia Foote
Cyrus Hayes
Ligonier
Cora Hayes
James Harvey
Mrs Spencer and children Leave for Logansport
Mrs. E 8S Spencer and her children travel to Logansport on Monday due to the critical illness of Mrs Spencer's mother.
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Spencer
Logansport
Splinters and Social Vignettes from the Hill
A string of short onstage quips and dialogues touches on work ethics, gasoline use, vanity, commerce, and romance. Characters Bowers, Powers, Adele, Estelle, and Dobbs discuss fame, counterfeiting, generosity, and a playful take on loves and proposals amid urban life.
Oldest Americans and aged dignitaries noted in brief
A jumble of aging records highlights Mrs. Eliza Allen of Augusta Maine age 50 great grandmother at 49. William Sells 80 schoolmaster recalling youth. Thomas Payne 88 first Michigan penitentiary inmate. 93 year old Mrs Martha Cor Weld County Colorado oldest inhabitant. 120 year old presumed Oregon’s oldest. George L Chase 79 and George T Crane 73 presidents of insurers and lifelong friends die in St Louis. Fishing tackle at Stones.
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Eliza Allen
Augusta
William Sells
Michigan
Thomas Payne
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Terwis
Sfao0isc
Fremont Goodwine
Fred Simms
John C. Billheimer
Oscar Hadley
James Bingham
Geo. W. Self
Quincy A. Myers
David Myers
J. L. Peetz
Lawrence McTurnan
Judicial
L. W. Welker
W. D. Carver
Senatorial
C. W. Kimmell
Thomas R. Marshall
Scott
Taft and Gompers
Samuel Gompers
Taft
Mr. Gompers
van Cleaves
Mr. Taft
Journal. Gazette
Gompers
Republican Platform Committee
South Orange St
Kendallville
BY Topsy
P. G. Klinkenberg
Goshen
K. C. Shepardson
Lagrange
J. A. Slabaugh
Auburn
H. J. Roy
George Diggins
Walcottville
G. M. Sucher
Butler
Sarah Drenning
Dierstein
Charles Holsinger
Avilla Friends
Clare Shippy
Elder Huntsman
Leipsic, Ohio
W. H. Bowen
Wilbur Rupp
John Walker
Wawaka
Sylvanus Walker
Kendallville Buggy Company
Avilla
A. C. Niswander
Cee
Clyde Forbes
Forbes
Henry Reamer
Mitchell Lot
N. W. Gardner
G. A. Gardner
T. A. Hoffman
Elmer Bowman
Lola Fowler
Hammond, Ind
Business University
Huntington, Ind
C. B. Williams
ETA Kline
Kenover Lumber Co
P.S
Huntington Business University
the Standard Business University OF the State
Kimmell News
Carrie Baker
Kimmell
Harriet Cook
Mishawaka
Harry Jones
Kimmell Friends
Sherman Williamson
Noblesville
Hazel Lane
Avila
BY Max
Belle Stewart
Joe Amon
Allie Shambaugh
Fred Bourck
S. K. Randall
Tarlton
Auburn Street
F. G. Hadley
Mt. Vernon, Ohio
Milo Faux
Mrs. Faux
Pleasant Hill
Hyacinth
Maggie Bowen
Emma Dukes
Casperville
Alma Taylor
Levillion
Earl Taylor
Bessie Norris
Erma Bender
Charles Bender
Aeaa
Ed Pollack
Pater
Pete
Seas
Jefferson
Corintha
Dot King
Newark, Ohio
Farmer
Ed Belt
Elmer McDonald
Hattie Rice
Rebecca Rice
Myrtle Claxton
Bina Homsher
Wm. Hayes
Dobbs
Bowers
Powers
Adele
Estelle
Stone's
David S. Taylor Abstracte
Court House
Tim Rallihan
Rosenberger’s Shoe Shop
Albion, Ind
Ab Tov
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