Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Bluffton Banner in Bluffton, Indiana

Page 1

We have 10,635,812 pages in Indiana

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Bluffton Banner

Location

Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1903

Page

1

No Money In The Dairy Business Ends Partnership

George Masterson announced on Saturday that Masterson & Waldron are quitting the dairy business after a year or two of operation. He cites farmers’ duties, need for hired help, and strong competition plus rebates on restaurant milk as making the venture unprofitable. Masterson plans to return to farming. partner intentions are unclear.

George Masterson Masterson & Waldron George Tie Maiust

Night Croup Alarm Relief Trial Named

Mrs B L Cordier of Mannington Kentucky reports a severe two year old croup case that doctors said was fatal. Foley’s Honey and Tar given in a large dose brought quick relief and reportedly saved the child’s life. Davenport and Ehle sell the remedy.

Voley B. L. Cordier Mannington Foley Davenport & Ehle

One Dollar for Trespass in Union Township

Wolfe sued the Lesh brothers for bellows damage in his blacksmith shop. The court found the Lesh brothers liable for one dollar for trespass after evidence failed to prove the claimed twenty five dollar loss. Squire Wells Newhard presided in the first case.

Wolfe Lesh

Veterans group debunks monument hoax and backs cottages plan

A Lew Dailey Post GA R member states a proposed monument purchase for old soldiers was a hoax. They seek county funds to erect cottages at Lafayette for veterans and spouses, providing summer leisure. No petition or action has been presented yet, but a formal move is expected.

Lew Dailey Post GA. R Court House Plaza Lafayette

Saved Her Child Life With Dr King’s New Discovery

Mrs W Watkins of Pleasant City recalls a boy’s rapid pneumonia decline and recovery after using Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption. The ad claims it is a sure cure for coughs colds and all lung diseases with a money back guarantee and trial bottles.

Deam

Fort Wayne Knights of Pythias District Meeting Honors Findlay Lodge

The Fort Wayne Knights of Pythias district meeting drew over five hundred visitors. The Findlay lodge performed the degree work, drawing attendees from Bluffton and elsewhere, and the Fort Wayne lodge celebrated a notable anniversary with a splendid program and warm reception for all guests.

Fort Wayne Knights of Pythias Fadlay Lodge Bluffton Findlay Fort Wayne

Electric Hitters Touted as Grip Remedy by CG. C. Dean

An old advertisement promotes Electric Hitters as a tonic and blood purifier that strengthens nerves and restores health after grip. It claims the product purifies the blood and regulates stomach liver and kidneys, promising relief, energy, and improved appetite with a satisfaction guarantee.

Marriage of Martin Stair and Mary Ashbaucher in Wells county

Martin Stair of Petroleum and Mary Ashbaucher of this city were wed Wednesday at 8:30 PM at the bride’s North Second street home. Rev George Grether officiated in a private ceremony before immediate family. Stair, now an agent for McCormick machinery in southern Wells, plans to move to Petroleum after April.

Martin Stair Petroleum Wells County Mary Ashbaucher North Second Street George Grether The Reformed Church McCormick Machinery i Petroleu

Millions Put To Work in The New Century Demand

An advertisement extols Dr. King's New Life Pink as the best remedy for constipation and stomach issues. It claims widespread demand for the product as a key health aid for the era.

Dr. King

Decree Halts Excess Gas Rates in Muncie

Supreme court orders Muncie Nerual Gas Company to charge only rates set by city ordinance based on wood coal and artificial gas costs. City of Muncie rights to sue for citizens’ interests upheld as the company uses municipal streets under contract. Plus an unrelated ad about catarrh cures and Hall’s Family Pills.

Supreme Court Muncie Gillett

Stamp recall announced for two cent issue

Washington two cent stamps recalled after critics found the design unartistic and crowded. The head remains from the Stuart painting while the Woodin version is replaced, and the name appears under the figure on each stamp. Dealers advised to stock up before disappearance.

Post Office Washington Stuart Woodin

Woman’s health and jewels prime a fashionable life

The item extols women’s love of jewels flowers and health warning that pursuit of riches can ruin health. It promotes Dr Roschee's German Syrup as a prompt remedy to halt consumption in early stages heal lungs and bronchial tubes and dispel bronchial troubles. It claims the syrup is not a cure all but a sure cure for coughs colds and related ailments sold by all druggists. Get Greena's Special Almanac.

Sayre bill on blacksmith lien and notice rules

The Sayre bill provides a lien for horse shoeing with a filed notice akin to other property liens. Blacksmiths must file within sixty days after final work and may include two years of work on the wagon, with an emergency clause excluding existing accounts. The measure also discusses costs and related demands.

Cheerless Position and Pipe Line Walker Dad Swift

A terse profile describes Dad Swift the pipe line walker who traverses the Preble to end line daily in all weather. He crosses rivers by boat when high and walks the buried line when low, leaving a smooth path along the route and earning a citywide notoriety for constant travel. Also included is a testimonial from W W Bakery of Plainview Neb about Foley’s Honey and Tar curing his wife’s long lung illness, urging its use to prevent consumption.

Anaarrow Dad Swift Preble W. W. Bakery Plainview Neb Ioley Foley Davenport & Ehle

Fort Wayne plant to use novel distillate fuel

A Windmill factory planned for Fort Wayne will introduce a new distillate fuel made from petroleum after naptha removal. The fuel costs about 7 to 9 cents per gallon equivalent and gas output near 630 to 900 Btu per cubic foot, cheaper than natural gas and suitable for lighting and heating. The distillate unit handles 15 000 feet per hour and aims to power galvanizing and other factories.

Fort Wayne

Public Sale Notice at Higgins Farm Auction

Notice of sale at the old Higgins farm located one-half mile south of the county infirmary scheduled for Wednesday March 4 at 10 a.m. Items include two work horses, a spring colt, a milking cow, shoats, wagon, carriage, harness, hay equipment, farming implements, hay, corn and various other effects. Auctioneers Noan Krers and Jim & are listed.

County Infirmary Higgins Farm Noan Krers Jim

Married at the parsonage in Wells County

George H. Anif and Ada M. Woust were married Thursday at the M. E. B. parsonage in Phenis Nottingham township Wells county. Anif works for Indian Pipe Line Co as a fnger and Woust is the daughter of A. Joust, superintendent of the Ohio Oil Co holdings in the Phenix territory. Friends extend wishes for a happy married life. Moley’s Honey and Tar ad promotes relief from coughs and bronchial issues.

M. EB Hey. L. A. Beeks George H. Anif Ada M. Woust Phenis Nottingham Township Wells County Indianan Pipe Line Company A. J.oust Ohio OU Co Phenix Yous Coeuple

Bucklen Arnica Salve Claims World Best Healer

Advert claims Bucklen’s Arnica salve is the best remedy for aches pains and wounds. It purportedly cures cuts bruises boils ulcers and inflamed skin with millions sold annually. The copy emphasizes rapid relief and versatile uses across injuries and skin conditions.

Deash

Perfect Passenger Service In Modern Train Era

Fragmentary notice promotes livery comfort and modern train service with berth rates advertised as less than half the price of regular travel. Mentions agent or address but readable details are limited.

Also Mentioned on This Page

California Avery Eufferer Veqine E. W. Soars van Wert County Lafayette Indiana Stair-Ashbaucher Tlali J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio F. J. Cheney & Co Hall’s Doctor Doctor Brown Lean Sapolio Moilel Seth RTL Aes Dic PAL & Ae Diven Aigo Adddrens Washington, B.C. c Harry Deam Warred McBride H. Thoma & Son Indiana Maroil Amd Hataebotd Vaduadion John WO Steavcy Executur Bucklen Charleston Mat Genmerica C.D. Whitn C.W. Mordoff Ass't Paanenner A. Wallace Ager Ndievapolis & Michiggan City Wayne & Connerville Tol Polutd United States Ostads Mt Se Norty D.m Loumligtun Aed Poth Pulpy Apt Lake Hilo & Western Railroad Rhein Seu Age Indianapolib Ind Davalue Ind New York Columbus Express Marion Columbus Boston Columus Express Chicago Wells Margo & Co Huntington Kingsland Inds Rere AMG York Er Dally No Jexpress roUngstown Morrison TPA Maes Grand Rapids & Indiana Decatur Norte Fort Wasaga Soeth Idenay St. Chigagel Ernie Bebc Allen Mrs. Austin Austin
Search Courier

Search the Bluffton Banner Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Bluffton Banner?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication