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Newspaper
Ashton Gazette
Location
Ashton, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1909
Page
1
The jury returned a verdict finding Mrs Kaufman not guilty of murder after hours of deliberation. The defense argued lack of evidence and questioned the state's case, while prosecutors pressed for a conviction on the contentious charges.
Mrs. Leonore Kaufman was acquitted on the Rockford poisoning charge after the jury needed fifty eight minutes and four ballots to reach not guilty. She showed no emotion as she left the jail and later greeted jurors, then walked home to her nephew’s residence. The case hinged on circumstantial evidence about her supposed motive involving life insurance and a purported affinity.
Ashton high school suffered a 9 to 3 defeat at Franklin Grove while Bradford blanked Ashton 30 to 5. The doubleheader featured Franklins Grove and Ashton with multiple batters contributing, including 2 base hits from Eisenberg and Schafer and a 3 base hit by Bratton.
Business leaders urge Ashton to hold a grand celebration as soon as possible. They note no celebration since 1904 and suggest the mayor convene a meeting to organize a civic event with community support.
Friends of Paul Charters cheer his rise with the Maroons as he plays behind the bat in Chicago games. The Inter Ocean praises his accurate throws to second and notes a split finger injury may keep him from returning to the lineup. Coach Stagg remains undecided on season finish, though pleased with the new find.
Mrs A T Tourtillott died May 18 at the Bothwell Sanatorium Dixon after a third operation. She was born Oct 11 1859 in Sublette township and later moved to Dixon when Major Tourtillott became Lee County Sheriff. Funeral services were held in Dixon and Sublette, with interment at Union Cemetery north of LaMoille. Survived by husband five children and multiple siblings.
Clarence Johnson seven years old, son of Clinton Johnson of Mason City, Iowa, died after a farm accident Saturday morning. He hitched four horses and was found with a head wound after the team began to run away. An operation at the hospital failed to save him, and he died from brain concussion. Burial in Eslin Grove cemetery beside his mother. Survived by his father and one brother Ervin. Sympathy from the community.
Mrs Joshua Lahman aged 65 a longtime Franklin Grove resident died suddenly of heart trouble at her home Sunday morning. She leaves two daughters and two sons all nearby. Funeral held at the Presbyterian church Tuesday afternoon with burial in Franklin Grove cemetery per the Dixon Telegraph.
Next Friday Patron's Day will be observed in room three taught by Miss Brayton. Memorial Day exercises are planned and all patrons and friends are invited to attend. Exercises commence at 1 30.
The town prepares a Memorial Day program with old soldiers meeting at the town hall at two, led by the Lafayette band, marching to the school ground for ceremonies and crosses. Spanish War veterans follow Civil War veterans, with business leaders and citizens behind. A parade to the cemetery features a band, Veterans, and flowers, ending in prayers and speeches for unknown dead.
Miss Bessie Hutchinson and Mr. Frank Aschenbrenner united in marriage late Friday afternoon in Rockford. Judge L. M Reckhow performed the ceremony. The groom is the fourth son of Mrs Charles Aschenbrenner, has lived here deeply, and the bride is the daughter of Albert E Hutchin, who moved here in 1902. The couple will reside at the Ss Bohart property south of a track where they will begin housekeeping.
Superintendent Claude S. Moore announces the Dixon district Methodist camp meeting at Franklin Grove grounds from July 15 to 25. Old Soldier's day opens with Dr. W. J. Libberson as speaker, flag raising during services, and daily Divine Library expositions by Dr. Herbert T. Wiltsee. Epworth League day on July 24 features Dr. Charles Bayard Mitchell. Miss Mattie Tullis leads Kindergarten work, Miss Florence directs the young women's hour, and Rev. E. Y. Knapp will lead song.
Mrs. Moses Marshfield traveled from Chicago to locate her husband. Her description matched an iron merchant at Delmonico, but the man arrested on a state warrant proved not to be her husband. She returned to Chicago Monday noon, caring for eight children in destitute circumstances.
A real live earthquake rattled Ashton yesterday morning with two distinct shocks at 8 37 lasting three to five seconds. Residents on the hill and brick storefronts felt the tremors most, with dishes and pictures moved. Reports connected to Geneva DeKalb Rochelle Dixon and Mendota confirm the event as trains and travelers described.
The eighth grade at Ashton school will graduate with essays recitations and music. The program, prepared by the class, will be announced next week. Exercises are scheduled for Friday, June 4.
A local sale advertises bleached household towels reduced to five cents per yard this week. The offer highlights bargain prices and a limited-time window for buyers seeking inexpensive fabric.
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