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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1905
Page
5
Bluffton Indiana markets report brisk receipts and steady prices across grain and livestock. Wheat, corn, oats, pork, and beef futures quoted from Chicago and other exchanges with regional cattle hog sheep and lamb prices listed for February 1, 1905.
Flat Rock Michigan resident Wm Bedell reports using Bucklen’s Arnica Salve to treat ulcers sores and cancers claiming it is the best healing dressing. The advertisement notes it soothes and heals burns and scalds with guarantees from Deam’s drug store.
A Clover Leaf routed excursion to Toledo offers a around trip price of 1.25 with theater stops including Prince of Pilsen at the Valentine theatre Who Goes There at the Lyceum Parisian Widows at the Empire and other attractions at all prices. The Grand furnace issue due to back sewer water has been resolved by a new cement basement around the boiler and furnace making the basement dry.
Local attorney Thomas Sayler says legal action will be taken against the anonymous letter writers amid the Poneto letters crisis. He notes one target, Mrs. Gordon, may sue for criminal libel, while letters to Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. Spencer influence potential cases. Investigation proceeds with secrecy as Sayler vows to file soon.
The story recalls James S. Plummer of Pawhuska and Bertie C. Dunham of Peru uniting in marriage at John Sallidin’s home in Independence. Rev Ferrell jokes on Indiana weddings and probate judges while recalling a crowded Indiana night. The piece also notes heavy snow, sleigh rentals down, and a South Bluffton finger accident involving a Mr Prough family.
Bluffton firms seeking interurban franchises were rejected with no consideration by Warren town board and a Marion to Warren line was deemed preferable by locals. Scheidler and Breed received a conditional franchise on Wayne Street with deadlines to spend 10000 dollars east of Marion and place the line within seven miles of Warren. K M W representatives vow to push a Marion route despite Warren. Other notices cover local sales, divorces, land trades, fox drives, and funding for rural schools.
Discussion on predisposition to catching cold. The author argues cold results from a ground prepared by excess and poor balance of diet and exercise. It targets better fed individuals who accumulate unused materials leading to energy depletion and illness rather than mere temperature exposure.
A testimonial from J. N. Patterson of Naushua Iowa praises Foley's Honey and Tar for curing a winter lung ailment after trying many remedies and physician treatments. Davenport & Ehle advertise the product.
A Mt. Zion farmer Clem Holderbaum, about 45, shot himself in the stomach during a family quarrel, suffering a flesh wound. He and wife are parents to two children. doctors deem the wound non dangerous. Neighboring references mention a sheep case and local connections to Dr. McKinney.
Paul Silvers staying with Isaac Lesh in Rock Creek township heard a rifle report and felt a projectile pass by as he passed a barnyard tank. A .44 caliber ball was found lodged near a picket, not penetrating the fence. Paul, son of Wm. Silvers of this city, had been living at the Lesh home during part of the fall and winter.
An advertisement claims Kadol Dyspepsia Cure digests food and rests the stomach to aid digestion. It lists symptoms cured such as sour stomach gas bloating and heart palpitations and includes a customer testimonial from L A Soper of Little Rock Kentucky. The product is sold by Chas C Deam, a local druggist.
Robert Stewart of Craigville reports his 14 to 15 year old son and Arley Love missing since last week. The youths left home with no money and were last believed headed for Marion. Parents and police in surrounding counties are seeking the runaways, with a note they may be visiting acquaintances near Van Buren.
Kidney trouble is a silent danger that affects many before symptoms appear. Foley's Kidney Cure corrects irregularities strengthens kidneys and should be taken at first sign of trouble to maintain health.
William Schulte, the hide man, met in Peru then bought 140 horse hides from Ben Wallace, skins from horses killed for feed. The report notes economy schemes for a circus and discusses an state tax collection bill. Huntington doctors cope with grip and pneumonia outbreaks while Dr. Northrup attends endless calls. A surprise party honors Mrs. Robert Hodges near Huntington with music, games, and refreshments.
The Wells Circuit court draws a jury for February term with names removed from the box and no refill yet planned. Charles Kingsbury faces trial for shooting with intent to kill Charles Mussetter, to be heard before Judge Watkins of Huntington. Names listed include William Wilkie Harrison PD Coolman Liberty John Buckner Richard Oman John Hupp Abner Chatfant Homer Roof Calvin Foreman John M. Beck Jr John Stroud Oliver Markley and Alonzo Duff.
Notice announces a public sale at the Peter Beeler farm two miles south of Vera Cruz on February 7 1905. Items include horses cows cattle wagons implements corn fodder and hay plus logging gear and more. The sale is led by C R Thomas contractor with remarks on abandoned wells affidavits and gas inspection laws noted from Hartford City News.
Notice is hereby given that George A. Harnish has been appointed executor of the estate of Samuel Myers, late of Wells County, Indiana. The estate is probably solvent. Hugh D. Studabaker, Clerk Wells Circuit Court. Dailey, Simmons & Dailey, Attorneys, Bluffton, Indiana.
Jacob Stout applies at Wells County Indiana March term 1905 for a one year liquor license to sell spiritous vinous and malt liquors for on premise consumption at a room in Lot 64 Cook's addition Poneto Harrison township fronting Walnut street with lunch counter privilege requested.
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