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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1903
Page
3
The Bluffton Banner states readers must notify the publisher by card to discontinue, and all subscriptions must be paid. It warns the paper is not sent to anyone unless ordered by the recipient or a friend. It asks readers to provide both old and new addresses.
Emery Goff and Bruce Ulmer found the Hoopengardner Reed restaurant at Ossian entered with the door pried and lights on. Two dollars in pennies and two boxes of cigars missing. a lone man seen fleeing toward the railroad around 1 30 a.m. Bird Hoopengardner and the hotel staff investigated the scene.
The death roll notes Joseph Stout who died at the county infirmary after chronic epileptic illness. Eliza Mertz of Fort Wayne died after dropsy and Bright's disease. John Gardinour, 47, died at his home four miles south after intestinal surgery. Funeral details and surviving relatives listed. Zoe Smith of Bonham Texas reported as the Smith family member in telegram.
Charles Wilhelm lost a valuable Jersey cow in a pasture the Interurban graders were clearing. A tree chopped during the day fell onto the cow leaving it badly injured and it was killed. Contractor Hays settled the bill that evening for twenty two dollars after a stock agent and agreement.
Ira Huff brother in law had a toy pistol when a dangerous incident nearly killed Miss Ida Starr. Authorities note the weapon was present and could have caused serious harm.
Miss Ida Starr of Poneto was shot in the throat by a pistol held by Ira Huff a relative. Doctors say the wound entered the windpipe and neck muscles but the injury is not fatal and she is recovering with skilled care and stable condition.
Ephor Banner attended Sabbath school in Oden Michigan with Mrs Deum Harry and Mary among about ten to twelve scholars and similar number of visitors. Senator J J G Smith arrived at 10 30 and spoke with Bluffton connections. Local weather shows light rain, 65 degrees, and all well.
A report of a nine teen year old boy’s mutilation by negroes spread through Hartford City. Oliver Cole disputes that the boy Hershey was the perpetrator and notes investigation tracks with rubber soled shoes. A mob pursued suspects to Lick Creek after seeing two men matching descriptions in a local restaurant.
Albert Ward and Miss Jennie Brickley will wed at 8 o clock this evening. Rev C G Miller of the Presbyterian church will perform the ceremony in their newly furnished South Main Street home. A larger citywide celebration will follow once the official date is announced.
Allen Gustin died Monday evening at Keystone after a long asthma illness. He was one of the town’s oldest residents, aged seventy. He leaves a wife and five children.
Attorney Bracken appeared before the Board of commissioners on Tuesday noon with a petition to order an election to vote 915000 in aid to the M. H. and Ft. W. The election was ordered for September 17. 150 was paid to cover the election costs. Commissioners are making requisitions for next year’s supplies.
J P Adams and brother L D Adams depart from Bluffton to scout timber lands in Mississippi Louisiana and Alabama for a possible move of their stave and heading factory. If a suitable site is found the Bluffton mill may relocate. Frank Adams plans to move operations to timber districts with ample wood.
Bluffton residents report relief from back pain after using Doans kidney pills. Mrs. Charles Wilhelm describes six months of constant pain and morning lameness, noting rapid improvement after taking the product from Chas. C. Dean's drug store. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo is the sale agent. 50 cents a box. Remember the name Dean's.
Last Sunday Mrs. Lydia Grove of Poneto hosted a large family gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Loren Irwin on the Grove farm west of Poneto. The afternoon meal showcased a bountiful dinner as guests included W. H. Murray, H. Grove, G. W. Carnes and families, Gus Grove, Jennie and Carrie Grove, and the Irwins. The writers praise the Irwins for generous hospitality and express a desire to return the visit.
Mr. Dante C. Frantz and Miss Alice A. Lebbetter were quietly married on Saturday evening August 1, 1903. Rev. John I. Blocker officiated at their home wedding. The couple receive good wishes for health happiness and success from friends and acquaintances.
A farmer, George Hershey, says two Black men assaulted him in a woods near Hartford City. Witnesses describe mutilation injuries, a large crowd mobilizes, and sheriff urges restraint as investigators search for the suspects. Later reports suggest Hershey himself may have injured him in a prior act.
Fred Lehman faced Mayor Mack on a charge of assault and battery after a report of him beating his children in the woods. Lehman pled guilty with a one dollar fine and five days in jail suspended for future conduct, neighbors and readers urging justice and care for the children.
Co. G arrived back Monday night at 9 30 from Camp Durbin tired yet proud. They drilled relentlessly marching long distances and wading White River, finishing with improved discipline and Springfield rifles, their feet blistered but spirits high.
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