Martin Bulger Killed When Train Hits Switch Man
Special from Fort Wayne reports Martin L Bulger a Wabash rail yard switchman, was killed Monday when a C H and D train struck the switch he was under. His death was instantaneous. his betrothed Miss Foley of Fort Wayne was awaiting their wedding in three weeks. The body returned home for funeral services led by Rev Lester.
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Fort Wayne
Martin L. “Bulger
Wabash
Tals
al Gerber
Clem Stair
Col
James B. Plessinger
Martin
David Bulger
Lake Erie and Western
Nickel Plate
Fort Wayne Sentinel
Bulger
Mr. Lester
Judge Vaughn Grinds Out Batch of Cases
In Fort Wayne court Judge Vaughn presided over Weil Van Every suit on contract about a tenant who discovered a slaughterhouse under his flat. The jury awarded Weil $10 damages. A partition suit by Elenore Gardenour was settled for 7000, ending the dispute over her late son’s estate and her expected profits.
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Weil-VanEvery
Fort Wayne
van Hyvery
Weil
Elenore Gardenour
Engines For Electric Light Plant Are Here
City officials celebrate arrival of engines for the electric light plant located at the water works. The engines shipped from Trenton three weeks ago finally arrived today. Mr. Ashe will oversee installation once dynamo from General Electric Co arrives, with no confirmed arrival date yet. Local workers will unload and prepare the machinery in the interim.
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Trenton
N. J
Lawa
Ashe
General Electric Co
Hve
Stockton Died After Stroke at 62 Near Murray
Edward Stockton, 62, died at his home five and a half miles northwest of the city last night from paralysis after a left sided stroke Saturday. He leaves a widow and two sons. Funeral planned at the Christian Church in Murray Friday at 10 o'clock with interment there. Note: notice of Lew Dalley Post G A R called meeting to follow.
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Edward Stockton
Stockton
Murray
Appeal Upholds Judge Vaughn in Hartford Gaming Case
The appellate court sustains Judge Vaughn in State versus William Christ. Christ was indicted for keeping a gaming house, convicted, and appealed on statutory grounds. The higher court rule confirms Vaughn’s decision, linked to Hartford cleanup efforts.
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Vaughn
William Christ
Christ
Hartford
Young Telegraphist Norman Volmer a Prodigy at Fifteen
Norman Volmer, at fifteen, is noted as the youngest telegraph operator in the region. He can receive and send messages with accuracy and speed comparable to his experienced father, a skilled operator. This achievement reflects well on his dedication at a young age.
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Norman Volmer
Norman
Leather goods line yields hard to find items
A line of leather products presents scarce options for certain needs. The assortment challenges customers seeking specific fit and finish. Limited stock and variable craftsmanship influence purchasing decisions for shoppers seeking durable, stylish leather goods.
Cromer in town. calls for political repairs
The Hon. George W. Cromer is visiting locally with unclear business. The piece suggests he may need political repairs and proposes the Republicans elect an assistant to manage his nominations so he can remain in Washington during Congress.
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George W. Cromer
George
Congress
Washington
Cromer
State health officers convention attendance required
Dr. 8S. A. Shoemaker of Poneto left for Indianapolis to attend the state convention of town health officers. The meet continues today and tomorrow with day and night sessions. The state board of health issued summons making attendance compulsory to secure full turnout. Shoemaker plans to return Friday morning.
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A. Shoemaker
Poneto
Indianapolis
State Board of Health
Shoemaker
Ghost Walks as Paymaster Delivers December Wages
The C., B. and C. ghost is walking today as paymasters disperse funds to clerks, officials, and the Irish brigade. All wages through December are being paid now with the paymaster traveling with a money bag. Graders were laid off last night until ground thawing resumes.
Sim Bowers Plans Bluffton Return in Spring
Dr. Mason received a letter from Sim Bowers saying he expects to be back in Bluffton in the spring. Bowers sold his farm east of town and moved to Tennessee about four months ago.
Doctors Meet and Dine at Medical Association Session
Yesterday's Medical Association gathering drew a large attendance with an afternoon business session in the city building. Officers were elected including President A Shoemaker and Vice President C L Blue. A banquet at the Bliss followed, led by toast-master Fred Metts of Ogsian, and a postmeeting at Dr Hatfield's office featured a Typhoid discussion led by Dr Fulton and Dr Severin.
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Medical Association
A. Shoemaker
C. L. Blue
H. W. Markley
J. C. Fulton
I. N. Hatfield
Louis Severin
G. B. Fulton
Public Sale Notice At Sarah Lewis Farm
Public sale announced for December 22 1908 at the Sarah Lewis farm one Norman horse Norman mare cow heifer wagon buggy two harrows buggy harness and other items starting 10 oclock sharp auctioneers L L McKuras James Gaskill Clerk J B Brown plus ad blur about Deam's red almanac and pharmacy holiday pictures
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Sarah Lewis
L. L. M'Kuras
Jas. Gaskill
J. Brown
Bilious Colic Prevention Advice in Ad
An advertisement urges taking a double dose of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy at first signs of bilious colic to ward off attacks. It claims hundreds use the remedy with perfect success and notes Davenport & Hale as sellers.
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Davenport & Hle
Sheriff Sale Ordered in Wells County Indiana
A decree from Wells Circuit Court requires Union Trust Company as receiver for Mutual Life Insurance Company of Indiana to collect one hundred fifty three dollars and seventy six cents plus interest and costs. On January 9, 1904 between 10 am and 4 pm at the courthouse door in Bluffton the rents and profits of Lots 1 and 2 in Kingsland will be offered for up to seven years. If insufficient, the fee simple of the real estate may be sold to cover decree, interest, and costs. J R Johnston Sheriff Wells County December 16, 1903.
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Wells
Union Trust Company
Mutual Life Insurance Company of Indiana
Peter Showalter
Bluffton
Wells County
Indiana
Towit
Kingsland
J. R. Johnston
A. D
Joss & Jamison
Attys
Public sale at Uniondale area Dec 22 1903
Auction at my residence one mile south and one mile east of Uniondale includes a gray horse, brood mares, dairy cows, steers, hogs, hogs, farming equipment, grain implements, bugging gear, farm wagon, carriage, harness, crates, and household goods. Sale starts at 10 o'clock sharp.
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Uniondale
McCormick
Poneto Indiana passes alcohol sale ordinance pending 1904 start
On December 7 1903 the Poneto Indiana Board of Trustees approved an ordinance requiring a 150 dollar annual license to sell intoxicating liquors within town or two miles, with a 1 year license issued by the town clerk and a 1 dollar issuing fee. Violations carry fines from 10 to 60 dollars plus costs. ordinance takes effect January 1 1904. It repeals conflicting ordinances. Witnessed by Hiram Jackson and Chas S Fuller. Bargains in toys and books noted.
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Poneto
Indiana
Poneto, Wells Co
Ind
Board of Trustees
Hiram Jackson
Pres. Board of Trustees
Chas.s, Fuller
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Miart Bulger
Lfe
Mariah Gardenour
Lew Dalley
Young Telegrapher
Sim Bowers
the People’s Dry Goods Store
Medical Society
Deam
Ical
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