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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1904
Page
2
After twenty six hours of deliberation the jury found Maude Towne not guilty in the State vs Maude Towne case. The trial began Monday with many witnesses and extensive testimony. Jurors discussed sixteen ballots before delivering the verdict Friday afternoon at 4 30. The proceedings were marked by repeated accusations of vulgarity during the lengthy hearing.
An advertisement promoting Green's August Flower as a cure for bad liver and dyspepsia claiming it ensures buoyant spirits. It touts the product as a favorite household remedy for over thirty five years with trial size 25c and regular bottle 75c available at all druggists.
DeForrest Little, after a year with Pou ential insurance in this city, resigned last Monday and moved to Montpelier to become bookkeeper at the Farmers Deposit Bank. He studied bookkeeping and expects better pay, drawing friendly wishes from many locals who regret his departure.
The Kilbourne committee of Columbus Ohio sends circulars to Bluffton announcing Col Kilbourne’s favorable mood and urging the Democratic nomination. The attached list includes many prominent Ohio Democrats.
An 1900s style advertisement touts Virona and Viroxa tonics claiming to cure bone ache flesh soreness and general weakness. It cites Mrs Rob J Kenard of Canfield Ohio praising restored health after using Vorona and notes 250 000 bottles sold in 1902.
Two contracts suits filed in circuit court against Bracey Howard Construction by George W. Ristine and J T Odell seek $1538 and $1588 plus 6 percent interest. Both men hired January 25 1904 to inspect a 75 mile Huntington to Union City railroad line, report for bond issuance, with Bracey Howard to pay reporting costs. The experts claim full completion and unpaid fees. W H Eichhorn represents plaintiffs.
Describes throat and lung diseases and credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving lives incl Mrs Lois Cragg of Dorchester Mass. The remedy tackles coughs colds and consumption. Guaranteed by Chas C Deam druggist with trial bottle free priced 50c and 1.00.
Descriptive circular from Seneca county Kansas lists John Henderson as wanted for bank robbery and describes him as about 25, 160 pounds with a burn scar on the hand, J I H tattoo on the arm, a cigarette smoker, formerly employed on a farm in southwestern Tipton county near Russiaville. A reward of 75 dollars is offered for his arrest. The notice requests information and notes his last known location.
A Poughkeepsie man reports Chamberlain's Pain Balm quickly relieves rheumatism neuralgia and sciatica beating prior remedies. The product is offered by Davenport and Eble.
The W C T U Institute will meet in this city at the Methodist church on May Sth and 6th. Ada Wallace Unrine of Oregon, a national lecturer, will be present both days. Mrs Unrine is nationally renowned and Indiana born. The local group praises her visit as a reward for their devoted work, noting previous speakers Miss Anna Shaw and upcoming Miss Brehm.
A runaway bicycle left J. B. Orner of Franklin Grove with a severe leg cut that festered into a stubborn ulcer for four years. Bucklen’s Amica Salve cured it. The ad claims it also treats burns scalds skin eruptions and piles. Available at Chas Deam’s drug store for 25 cents.
A Lake Brig southbound passenger train struck a man at Granville crossing in Muncle Friday at 8 20 p m. The victim, crushed by the rear wheels, died at once and was taken to Meeks undertaking establishment. He was well dressed and unidentified at press time, with hopes a caller could identify him.
George Ashbaucher displayed a live Gila Monster he captured in Arizona. The reptile is stocky with a mottled back, a rattle-snake like head, and a forked tongue. Its bite is deadly, and victims often die within hours unless treated. An Indian antidote is said to exist but was not disclosed.
An editor from Chapin writes of severe diarrhoea in spring affecting his wife and himself. A friend shared Chamberlains Colic cholera and diarrhoea remedy, after which they were cured quickly. He urges every household to have the product, sold by Davenport and Ehie.
The interurban cars now stop at the north end of Johnson street in front of the new station. Electric lights along the area are bright and the station stays open at night to aid passengers in bad weather. The Market street Y will no longer be used for standing cars but only as a turning point.
In Wells Circuit Court April term 1904 administrator Elisha Roberts files final account for the estate of William H. Roberts deceased. May 16, 1904 is set for examination and approval. heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause. Clerk Hugh D. Studabaker seals the notice at Bluffton Indiana. Attorney F. McFadden.
In the matter of the estate of John Ebnit deceased administrator Peter Ebuit presents final settlement for court examination on the Sunday of May 1904. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why the account should not be approved. Indiana April 18 1904 Clerk 163 W Eichhorn Atty T Kingen deceased Term 1904 No 913 Notice is given that John Van Camp administrator of the estate of John T Kingen deceased has vouchers in final settlement to be laid before the circuit court on the Sunday of May 1904. Interested parties must appear and show cause why the settlement should be approved.
Wells Circuit Court April term 1904 case against Charles F King by wife Mattie King seeks appointment of administrator for her estate due to his absence since 1898. The complaint notes Mt Zion Lot 10 and absence of provision for family support. Date April 11 1904. Hearing set June 8 1904 at Bluffton courthouse.
The Wells Circuit Court issues a non-resident notice in the 1904 divorce case Leosia Runkle versus Lawrence K. Runkle, Cause 7995, stating Lawrence K. Runkle is not Indiana resident and must appear by September 5, 1904, at Bluffton courthouse to answer the complaint. Clerk’s seal notes April 14, 1904. Mock & Sons represent plaintiff.
Public sale set for May 21 1904 of rents and profits from the east half of the northeast quarter section 22 township 25 north range 11 east in Wells County Indiana with 60 acres after deductions for 20 acre exclusions. If judgment not fully realized sale to include fee simple, no relief from valuation laws. Sheriff J R Johnston. attorney W H Eichhorn. Also a separate line notes Mundia high school odor issue with a smelling expert.
Wells county Indiana county commissioners invite sealed proposals on May 8 1904 until 10:00 am for furnishing materials and constructing fifteen gravel roads in Jackson township with plans on file in the county auditor's office. Bids may cover all roads or each road separately. An August 12 1903 election authorized the project. Officials: Joseph Stahl George Mounbey George W Lechner.
Jacob W. Goodyear appointed administrator of the estate of Hiram BD, Hatfield, late of Wella county, deceased. Estate believed solvent. Clerk Wells Circuit Court. Dailey Simmons & Dailey, Attorneys.
Notice is hereby given that William Bauermeister has been appointed administrator of the estate of Brnent Bauermeister, Sr., late of Wells County, deceased. Said estate in supposed to be solvent.
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