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Bluffton Banner

Location

Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1904

Page

8

Chalfant Sues Gottschalk for 10000 Damages in Sensational Suit

Nate Chalfant filed two suits through Mack and Son alleging his wife Martha deserted him after adultery with David G. Gottschalk on September 29, 1902 and ongoing secret correspondence. He seeks 10000 for damages and custody of two children, George 12 and Robert 8. The article also notes a new city library building project moving toward bids and spring construction.

Mack & Son Nate Chalfant David G. Gottschalk Martha Chalfant Mr. Chalfant Vorce

Attractive Low Rates to Western and Southwest Points

Via the Nickel Plate road first and third Tuesday of each month until April 19 1904 to points in the west southwest and northwest Inquire nearest agent or address C A Asterlin T P A Fort Wayne Ind.

C. A. Asterlin Fort Wayne Ind

Plans for K of P Lodge Building Revival

The K of P lodge held a large meeting to review a building plan to raise 25000 dollars. The committee proposed 5000 dollars in cash, with Uniform Bank and Rathbone Sisters driving support. The group aims to recruit new members, expects a strong six month push, and notes the Huffton lot’s advantageous location near city buildings. The plan promises a 5 percent dividend on preferred stock and potential ten thousand dollars raised from stock, with a February 10 rally to discuss further details.

K. of P. Lodge Uniform Bank Rathbone Sisters Huffton Lodge Opera House

Court Decides Vote Buying In Supreme Court Ruling

The Supreme Court ruling aligns with Marion county trials where two men were acquitted and about twenty cases dismissed. It condemns profiteering from vote buying and notes public policy bars wrongfully profiting from a crime, highlighting related Marion County indictments and testimony.

Supreme Court Clinton County Criminal Court Marion County Sevral Marion County Grand Jury Haughville Jacob Miller Grand Jury Central Committee Muncie Star

Dr King’s New Life Pills Offer Gentle Remedy

A battered ad-style claim promises relief from pain and distress from numerous ailments including dizziness backache liver complaints and constipation. It asserts the pills are gentle yet thorough and offer a 250 guarantee through Chas C Deam, druggist.

Dr. King Chas C. Deam

An Appeal for Serious Journalism Over Pranks

The writer insists newspapers must be reliable and rejects jokes that damage prestige. A misguided individual who uses a hoax to gain publication undermines the paper’s credibility and the public trust in serious reporting.

Liberty Center to form stock company for telephone line

The Liberty Center Telephone Company met to solicit subscriptions for a 2500 dollar stock. Shares cost 25 dollars each, with a February 3 meeting to review canvass results. Organizers Eckhart and Gavin plan pole rental from United Telephone and aim for a central in Liberty Center with about eight phones per line. Local business support is strong and residents near Poneto Mt Zion request service. A Life Plant testimonial is included.

Liberty Center Telephone Company United Telephone Company Liberty Center Poneto Mt. Zion Uniondale Win, Eckhart G. M. Gavin

Indiana Farm Exhibits Set to Outshine at World Fair

Chairman W. W. Stevens of the Indiana World's Fair agricultural committee in Indianapolis praised country agents for organizing superior grass and grain displays. He said Indiana’s farm products will outshine others, with farmers actively offering exhibits and the effort independent of the corn show, aiming to showcase farm resources. If another state wins, Stevens attributes it to inferior Indiana displays.

Indiana W. W. Stevens Agricultural Committee Indiana World's Fair Commission Indianapolis Clare & Overstreet

New Time Card On The New C B C Rail Road

The C B and C issues a second time card with schedule changes. Bluffton’s 7 30 am departure moves to 7 40 am. The 4 pm train shifts to 3 pm. Southbound arrivals here are at 11 25 am and 6 25 pm. Changes favor employees for more evening time off.

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