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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1904
Page
6
If your druggist cannot supply you, send one dollar and we will express you a bottle. Include the name of your nearest express office and address. J C Ayer Co. Lowell Massachusetts.
Reports to the State Board of Agriculture show farmers lead in spending, buying rubber tired buggies and farm machinery to cut labor and boost output. Manufacturers seek farmer exposure at the Indianapolis State Fair, September 12, with buggy makers already allotted along a dedicated drive and more tents planned near buggy row.
A special Patriarchs Militant escort train departs Boston on September 8 at 1 p m for a trans continental tour via Nickel Plate to Chicago. Elaborate reception programs and en route entertainment are planned, with Odd Fellows and friends invited to join. For details contact the local agent or C A Asterlin Fort Wayne Ind. 873wa.
Jackson township residents Ray James and Rena Speece received a marriage license on a Saturday afternoon. Separately, Thomas J. Settle and Ida Sheppeard, both of Nottingham township, were issued a license. A local note remarks ponds are drying up in Kentucky due to rain shortage.
Mrs. Emenhiser, resident east of Vera Cruz, filed for divorce in Adams county alleging cruel and inhuman treatment and drunkenness by her husband William Emenhiser. Accompanied by her stepson, she outlined domestic troubles and packed belongings in the city before returning home, signaling an imminent court action with no anticipated opposition.
A special Erie railroad excursion to Chicago and back is offered at 1.25 dollars round trip. Depart Kingsland at 6 25 p m and arrive Chicago 10 45 p m. Return from Chicago at 6 30 p m. For information contact Erie agents. OL ENOS, TP AL
Indiana health officials report that so called malt foods sold as substitutes for beer do not meet beer standards since they contain far less than 8 percent alcohol. Dr Hurty notes such drinks are adulterated with preservatives and microbial sediment and warns continued use may cause stomach trouble.
Clarence Schneider and Miss Cora Oswalt secured a marriage license ending rumors that a nearby couple near stop 94 on the Interurban lived together unwed. The public claim prompted bystanders had threatened grand jury action, and the pair reportedly married to quiet the matter.
The Hartford City News lauds A G Emshwiller as a talented young lawyer and trusted Democrat. Born in Montpelier he rose from deputy prosecutor to county attorney, earning broad respect for honesty and legal skill. He is married to Blanche Rawlins and seen as a bipartisan, nonpartisan candidate ready to lead the office.
The Portland Review hints Receiver Flemming may use a borrowed money move if opposition grows. It notes a possible order of a receiver’s safe, which would limit repayment to creditors. The piece also explains Bluffton’s bitterness over office removals and observes that business continues despite changes.
A city stretch near the Clover Leaf crossing on the north pike requires urgent repair. Dry weather has ground gravel beside the rails to powder and wagon passage is severely hindered. commissioners must fix this spot at once to restore passage.
The Toledo, St. Louis and Western Railroad promotes its Clover Leaf Route as the World's Fair line to St Louis with low round trip fares from Bluffton. A $15.40 round trip option allows travel on any day with return by Dec 15, 1904 at $12.80, 60 day return window. a $7.05 option requires a 7 day return, valid on coaches only, with Pullman palace cars and through day coaches on all night trains. Meals on through trains, stopover privileges at St Louis, and inquiries to Geo H. Ross or Bluffton agent.
Obarga no com Ti Reynolds Oasian appear in a garbled loan notice. The fragment hints at a long term loan with flexible repayment and references to Antares stops. Further readable details are not present in the text.
County board of education set opening dates for Jackson Chester Harrison Liberty Union Lancaster and Nottingham townships with schools starting September 5 12 or 19 and longer terms to offset time lost due to new buildings Preliminary township institutes will run in September at Dillman Poneto Bluffton Rockcreek Ossian Petroleum and No 8 with teachers assigned during county institute week Roll keepers were appointed in each township to monitor attendance at institute sessions. APPEAL BOND GIVEN Jackson township pumping cases go to supreme court Freely Wohlfarth found guilty for Sunday work and fined two dollars while Joe Harrington was acquitted in a related case and three cases against pumpers were dismissed.
Philip Heiser of Omaha with J F Callen says the Thirteenth and Eleventh districts are perfected, the Sixth is advancing, and the Ninth will meet at Kokomo on August 18 to finish organizing about 400 saloonkeepers. A state council will follow, replacing the old national setup they deem ineffective. Creditors of Matthews First National Bank notified a 10 percent second dividend is ready for payment.
A Friday night storm brought heavy rain and a fierce gale that flattened fields around Bluffton. Orchard trees lost apples and limbs while corn lay twisted and mostly ruined. fodder and crop value diminished, with widespread damage reported from Big Place to Rockford. Implement dealers expect losses as mechanized harvesters struggle with twisted corn.
Addis A Brown of Fort Wayne will arrive next Saturday to begin law practice in A. W. Hamilton's office. No partnership yet, but may happen later. Brown is an Indiana University law graduate admitted two years ago and highly recommended. He won a junior law prize and is an up-to-date attorney.
Rev C A Harris of Portland was selected by the Eel River conference to lead the Six Mile and Linn Grove Christian churches. He and his wife have three children and will reside in the old parsonage on the Oliver Markley farm built during Rev Samuels's tenure. Locals say he is a man of great ability who will likely satisfy all.
Lew Dailey Post reinstated Jesse Meyers and George Barrick and referred three muster applications. A transfer card was granted to John Heckman. The post will establish headquarters on the grounds at the soldiers reunion and escort the department commander D. R. Lucas to camp. All members are expected to participate. next meeting is Friday evening September 2.
M W Walbert officiated a Wednesday evening wedding at his office uniting Charles Julian and Miss Mary Gray in a concise ceremony. The squire performed the knot tying in his tightest fashion, marking the occasion with brief formality.
Round trip excursion rates to St Louis World’s Fair with season ticket at 15.40 and 12.80 for 60 and 15 day limits and 7 day 7.05. Train 41 departs 7:16 am arriving 6:46 pm. Train 19 departs 11:57 am arriving 9:45 pm. Special summer rates to Michigan resorts 15 day limit. One fare round trip plus 50c. Inquire of agent for details.
Clover Leaf announces an August 26 excursion to California for Knights Templar members with sleeper accommodations. Reservations require deposits now via Clover Leaf agents. Summer tourist rates apply to Colorado and Utah with tickets on sale June 1 to September 15, 1904. Return by October 31, 1904. See Clover Leaf agents or W L Ross G P A Toledo for details.
Traveler oriented notice offers a complete guide to the city and World’s Fair grounds with maps, hotel and restaurant listings, theatres, and all points of interest. Includes directions and publication details for readers planning a visit to St Louis.
The Vera Cruz stock company announces a public sale at Decatur Indiana on September 8 1904 featuring Behanzi n a 16 2 hands Percheron foaled 1897 imported from France for 2000 Epidor a Belgium chestnut sorrel 1900 pounds foaled 1896 imported from Belgium purchased for 2000 and Gremio 9531 a 11 inches bay standard bred sire of Gold Bag 2 19 weighing 1085 pounds bred in Kentucky. Also offered are road cart two harness sets and sale terms include twelve month credit with six percent interest and cash discount. Certification of registration and pedigrees provided. Sale at 10 o'clock a m. Auctioneer Reppert.
Special low excursion rates are offered via the Clover Serf route for homeseekers heading west and southwest. Triennial Conclave events take place on the first and third Tuesdays in each month. Knights Templar and Sovereign Grand Lodge associations are noted with Saint Louis and San Francisco references, including dates and locations for the fraternal gathering and World’s Fair exposition link.
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