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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1904
Page
7
A frustrated reader recounts stopping a newspaper to teach the editor a lesson after years of support. He confronts the editor, claims to have paid seven years of dues, and vows to halt the paper if insulted, ending with a charge that the editor’s clever scheme led to the stoppage.
The Louisiana Purchase Exposition is set for installation and emphasizes fast shipment of exhibits, especially domestic ones. With the opening nearing on April 30, officials warn that 25,000 to 30,000 cars of domestic exhibits could arrive in late March to early April, challenging last minute freight handling.
J. Brickley of Bluffton Indiana endorses Stout's old hickory liquid smoke as a modern meat smoking method. He has used it for four years and notes it costs 60 cents per quart. The notice is dated March 26, 1902.
The appellate court served notice that appeals will not be considered unless records are prepared per court rules. Lewis K. Smith vs Ruth W. Sutton was dismissed for failing to index the transcript, with Judge Black declaring the rules have the force of law and must be obeyed by all litigants.
D L Reynolds of Ossian Ind offers a ten year loan with lowest interest and no commission. The ad claims full or partial payment options and renewal at end of three or five years. D L Reynolds advertises while D Cook visits Wayne for business today.
State Geologist Blatchley answers a Parke county reader from Annapolis about starting a monster skunk farm on a 200-acre field. He declines full instructions, doubts poultry netting efficacy, and suggests burying netting deep and placing planks to stop burrowing, noting his own limited experience in Kosciusko county.
H. R. Workman advertises fifty rocking chair styles in wood varieties. Prices listed as three, four, and five dollars, with customers urged to visit the shop this month to choose the preferred chair.
Samuel Shady of Magley neighborhood died suddenly Saturday night at 76. He and his wife retired around 9 pm. she heard heavy breathing, rushed for help, but he expired before aid arrived. Father to several county residents, his funeral was held Tuesday at Pleasant Valley church.
Henry Hiester promotes five different oak kitchen cabinet styles on Main and Wabash streets. Described as well constructed and highly useful, they range from five to twenty six dollars, fitting various budgets.
Knights of Pythias district meeting scheduled for Friday February 5 in Columbia City. Fred Swalm district deputy, districts Allen Kogelusko Whitley Huntington covered and eighteen lodges are included.
Ira R Hick, the weather prognosticator, forecasts a stormy February with violent storms and blizzards across the nation. Heavy sleet and snow with cold waves dominate, except southern regions where rain prevails briefly, causing stock damage and traffic delays nationwide.
An advertisement from The Progress highlights reduced prices on office books ledgers journals day books cash books blank books and related items including pocket memorandums calculators inks pens and other office supplies offered by J. E. Reynolds in Bluffiton.
Muncie Ind Feb 1 records of City Clerk Hickock show about eighteen saloon dispensers of red liquor have retired from the business. The decline follows factory closures clustering the saloons. Some may reopen when conditions improve, but many places now lack flowing bowls.
Monday morning W A Marsh began work at Wells County Bank as assistant cashier after a four year term as county auditor. He chose to start after a rest period and began with seasoned confidence, handling duties like a veteran.
Local ad offers oak six foot extension tables round or square with finishes starting at 6.50 and chairs from 3, promoting a wide Bluffton assortment. Also features Deam’s Famous Nerve and Bone Infirm, and half pint bottles available at Deam’s drug store for quick relief.
State statistician Johnson notes a decline in mayor licenses issued by Indiana counties in 1903, driven by Anti-Saloon League campaigns. Fifty counties report, with Benton County seeing steep drops, Brown County no equor licenses since 1898, and per capita saloon figures varying by county including Lake, Hendrick, and Marion.
In a period fashion pitch R. O. Stites, Fashion's Tailor, advertises twenty five dollar business suits stressing material, style, and workmanship. It promises a wide variety of woolens found in city tailor shops, inviting customers to select from fashionable options.
The Anderson jury deliberated seventy hours in the Baker murder trial, eleven voting for conviction from the start and one for acquittal. Four favored death, but a life sentence compromise was chosen. The judge will rehear in April. Baker remains jailed and one juror denies improper influence.
A Bluffton ad proclaims a new line of collars with quarter sizes to fit shirts precisely. It highlights a 15 shirt matching a 15% collar and touts the fashion upgrade as a dandy combination.
County Commissioners met in regular session with all members present. They considered a subsidy election for the Fort Wayne & Southwestern railroad and a tax duplicate request from C B & C, though no action was taken. Saloons have waned in smaller towns, ditch and road petitions appeared, and a Burroughs adding machine was tested. Viewers may be appointed to study a proposed 40 foot wide roadway from Main to Jersey street along the south corporation line.
Rock Creek township farmers in a Monday meeting with lawyers oppose a proposed C B C line that would cross their lands en route to join the Chicago & Erie road west of town. They favor routing via Rockford, Rock Creek Center, Browns Corners to Huntington. A circulating petition pledges no donation of right of way, threatening condemnation suits to force fair compensation. The company has not revealed its chosen path and may alter routes.
The Provider advertises fresh country butter and eggs with a pound of Filson Cenbo coffee offered as a trial package for 85 cents. Customers are urged to try it to be convinced of its sterling worth, with salesmen promoted by J. H. Painter and a contact phone of 14.
Unclaimed mail for week ending February 1, 1904 at Bluffton Indiana includes Bowen Mrs, Mat Gebhart, Wm G Scarbrough Samuel Tomas 4H J Wendr H Zimmerman Harry. List indicates letters remaining to be collected at local office.
It’s growing the desire for imported delicacies from around the world. The ad highlights limberger Swiss Dutch Roquefort HBdam pineapple royal luncheon Michigan cream and recommends creme de muthe and maraschino cherries from Great Lichtenberger & Co.
We feature hats and gloves for men and boys at low prices. Styles include tam o shanters 50c, toques 25c, and gloves or mittens from 10c to 17c. The Racket Store at 118 North Main Street advertises a wide range of bargains.
A Methodist revival at Liberty Center draws crowds as souls are converted nearly every service. Pastor Rev. Barclay has preached seven weeks nonstop and plans to continue the battle against sin. He will move to Blanch Chapel, three miles south, for a February 14 dedication of a new church and extended meetings.
The Lipkey and Lipkey meat market advertises high value with low prices and quick service. It urges customers to place larger orders to avoid extra trips and praises its competent clerks who prepare goods promptly.
Henry Mann of Ponesto is dangerously ill with lung trouble. He is an elderly man and his condition is described as extremely critical. Mrs Anna Hffinger traveled to Van Buren at noon to assume charge of the music class there.
Deputy Divorce Prosecutor Geo. Weaves of Indianapolis states no judge can restore a woman's maiden name after a divorce. He calls it a traditional practice not required by law, in Judge John S. McMaster's court. His views spark county bar debate and wider discussion.
W A Lipkey returned Sunday night from an extended trip through California and old Mexico. He has been away two months and feels much better. Lipkey left Oakland where Frank Smith acted and brings word that Hunky will be home next August. He saw Craig Wisner and says Craig will be back within a few days. Craig is now in San Francisco.
A vintage classified style notice from 209 South Main Street advertises the Little City Meat Market paying the highest cash prices for livestock poultry hides furs and tallow. It promises easy deal terms and quality service as it reports strong business activity.
A larceny case filed Friday in Mayor Mack's court against Lon Davis and his brother was set for a hearing next Saturday at 9 o’clock. Affidavit by Jesse Dungan of near Markle cites a check issue from Davin for dogs bought from Dungan.
Ben Ashbaucher promotes a sale on large stock of framed pictures with a 20 percent discount on all framing orders. A specialist framer is available to help customers choose items this month.
A reflective piece defines hogs as passengers who sit sideways in cars, block seating with suitcases at railway stations, and rush to cut in line, drawing attention away from others during negotiations at sales counters.
A brief ad urges buyers to compare Wheeler & Wilson, mastic, and White sewing machines at the old place. It proclaims the Wheeler & Wilson machines as leading others and invites trial before purchase.
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