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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1904
Page
8
Bluffton business leaders reject a traditional parade and favor a county wide outdoor picnic with a day of games speeches and family reunions. The proposal calls for groves water access and horse accommodations with the Banner ready to publicize plans.
The Co B and C races to enter Portland by the 20th with grading nearing completion. Officials plan track laying to run an excursion from Bluffton to Barnum Bailey’s circus on June 24. President Bracey returns from Chicago with funds to extend the road toward Salamania and Salem, and from Bluffton to Huntington, as workers prepare to take up right of way for the New Portland Review.
Nickel Plate offers one fare plus 20 cents for round trips within 200 miles. Tickets on sale July 2 8 and 4 good July 6. See nearest station for details.
Dr. Laidlow performed a rare operation on a Gentry show elephant removing a large trunk tumor without anesthesia. The elephant recovered quickly returning to the ring that evening, roaring through the procedure but displaying improved temper afterward. The tumor was preserved in alcohol as a memento of the operation.
Mr J W Turner of Truhart Va says Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets did him more good than any doctor could provide for stomach troubles chillsness or constipation Advertises Davenport and Zhe as sellers.
John Robinson with his large troupe plans a rain or shine performance at the Har ten grounds in Bluffton’s west side. Advance men arrived Thursday and secured grounds and bill boards. officials expect strong crowds despite past grafters. The Robinson circus, a staple in Bluffton, promises orderly early sale and improved security.
The uniform success of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy in relief and cure of bowel complaints has led to near universal use. It is practically without a rival and widely known for its effectiveness. For sale by Davenport Ehle.
The old Bugh farm east of the city sold Wednesday from Charles Robison to Hammond Miles of Hartford City for 3500 dollars. Miles plans no immediate move or improvements and will hold the property adjoining his nephew John Vernon’s farm.
Strawder McBride, about 70, was arrested on affidavit charging him with incident and battery with intent to commit a reported assault on Marie Margaret Wright, 4, at Eight Mile ditch. The case raises questions of his mental competency as guardians seek to determine trial eligibility.
The Cotton Belt Route announces Through sleepers dining cars and chair cars on The Texas Train. Depart St Louis 4 52 p m reaching Shreveport next morning 11 50 Houston 8 40 Beaumont 9 10 Lake Charles 10 10 Dallas 6 42 p m Ft Worth 7 25 p m Waco 9 20 p m. Write for folders schedules and rates.
Lancaster County Board of Commissioners named John Ghames to serve in West Lancaster and Amos Hetrick to serve in East Lancaster. The move fills long standing vacancies, easing hardship for residents lacking an official to handle peace court matters and affidavits. The appointments followed extensive searching for willing candidates despite modest pay.
The auditor's report shows May 1904 gross earnings of 408 533 82 versus 441 481 46 in May 1903, a decline of 52 897 64. For January–May 1904 the total is 1 912 133 34 against 1 918 717 99 in 1903, down 69 584 65, with June expected to improve as economic handling and strong track conditions support growth.
Complete city guide to the World’s Fair in St Louis with maps and listings. Includes hotels, restaurants, theatres and points of interest for visitors planning their trip.
Friday morning before Mayor John Mack the State filed against Chris Starr for assault and battery. Starr was bound over to circuit court with a $100 bond and later fined $15 plus costs totaling $51.50. Bennie Starr was charged and later the case was dismissed. both cases drew witnesses from Poneto and attention countywide.
Mrs. Mary Tharp filed for divorce from Daniel Tharp alleging cruel and inhuman treatment and abandonment. Attorneys Sturgis and Stine represent her. case cannot be tried until September term. Courts limit filings as divorce proves costlier and more restricted, with potential two year nonremarry clause if evidence appears.
Bluffton Ind post office lists unclaimed mail for the week ending June 18 1904. Names include Mikey C Bryan James Q Bluffton Co Rosa Bherlt Mrs Rosa Heaton Peart and others.
Ornithological officials report the Bob White is probably the most useful abundant species on farms. Field studies show it eats weed seeds and major insect pests without harming crops. Virginia weed seeds eaten from Sept 1 to April 30 total 573 tons. Pests mitigated include boll weevil, potato beetle, cotton worms, chinch bug, and Rocky Mountain locusts with historic losses totaling hundreds of millions. The report urges preservation measures.
A fragmented notice suggests a promotion offering county maps at potential price points with a mention of a giveaway. The legible text hints at a sales pitch style promotion aiming to attract buyers and noting a nine-item offer.
Readers can book economical tours to Southeast Miss Arkansas Louisiana and Texas via a single fare plus $2 for rain stopovers and a round trip. Trips depart on the third Tuesday each month with eight daily Cotton Belt trains. Contact E. W. LaBeaume G. P. & T. for routes maps literature and arranging a trip.
The note lists a June 21 to 24 gathering in Chicago at the Republican National Convention with travel via Nickel Plate Road trains 16 17 18 19 and 20 at 46 cents for a round trip, valid through June 28. Names A. Asterlin and T. P Wayne appear as contacts.
Pleasant Lake fishing rates listed with options such as 80 days at $2.70 and 18 days at $2.60. The notice provides various plan prices including 30 days at $2.40 and 80 days at $2.00, dated September 30, 1904.
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