Kleinknight Family Reunion Celebrated Near Tocsin
About two hundred Kleinknight descendants gathered Saturday at the Calvin Kunkel home. Joebn M. Kleinknight, German-born progenitor, settled in Wells county in 1849 near Tocsin and helped organize the Salem United Brethren church. Lipkey and Lipkey supplied coffee for the big dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calvin Kunkel
Kleinknight
Joebn M. Kleinknight
Germany
America
Pennsylvania
Michael Kunkel
Wells County
Jefferson Township
Tocsin
Salem
United Brethren Church
Lipkey & Lipkey
Interurban Green Car Fleets Attract Big Crowds In Wells County
The Wells county interurban reports a successful first day as 400 to 500 riders used the northbound run. Motorman George Goodrich and conductor Samuel Duffey led the inaugural trip crossing county borders. Bluffton residents visited Poneto six miles away, riding the novelty to acclimate to the new electric line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keystone
Poneto
George Goodrich
Samuel Duffey
Wells County
Bluffton
Montpelier
Heav y Damage Suit in Allen Court Outcome for Emma Ward
A jury in the Allen circuit court awarded Emma Ward ten thousand dollars in damages against Sylvanus F Baker a Dixon saloonkeeper cited for selling whiskey to John Wanna macker whose intoxicated actions led to the death of Ward husband William Ward. Attorneys Olds Doughmaan testified the verdict. The decision unsettled local liquor dealers.
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Allen
Emma Ward
Sylvanus F. Baker
Dixon
Baker
John Wannamacker
William Ward
Olds & Doughmaan
Olds
Iquor
Nose Bleed Strikes Neva Grove in Poneto
Neva Grove daughter of Oliver Grove of Poneto suffered a severe nosebleed Thursday night. Dr Shoemaker attended but bleeding continued until nearly four o clock. A ruptured vessel was feared. Dr Cook was summoned Friday but could not come due to city calls. Last report had her resting easy and expected to recover soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neva Grove
Oliver Grove
Poneto
Shoemaker
Cook
S’riday
Mrs Lechner Dies at 52 Wife of North Jefferson Official
Mrs Sarah J Lechner wife of Commissioner George W Lechner of north Jefferson township died at midnight at their Ossian area home after months of lung illness. She was 52, mother of four children John A Bertha and Arthur with Nellie wife of Ernest Springer a recent widow from the same illness. The Lechners wed December 26 1870. her maiden name was Gibson daughter of John and Deborah Gibson of Allen County. Relatives and friends extend sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah J. Lechner
George W. Lechner
North Jefferson Township
Ossian
Ernest Springer
Mrs. Lechner
Gibson
John and
Deborah Gibson
Allen County
Cheap Lands for Homeseekers Along Cotton Belt Route
Real estate pitch touts settlement opportunities in southeastern Missouri Arkansas northwest Louisiana and Texas. Claims cheap acreage from 2.50 to 20 per acre with ranges for prairie bottom and improved land. Encourages colonies of 2000 to 8000 acres and promotes fruit and truck lands in east Texas. Written by E W LaBeaume G P T A Cotton Belt Route St Louis Mo.
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Missouri
Arkansas
Louisiana
Texas
East
E. W. LaBeaume
G. P
T. A
Cotton Belt Route
St. Louis
Freight rate hikes loom as railroads weigh new increases
Railroads across the nation consider another freight rate rise after an early January increase met protests. Kansas City railroad commissioners barred a 33 1/3 percent rise in livestock switching charges, while shippers and manufacturers brace for possible broader hikes. Analysts cite falling revenues and higher labor and material costs as drivers, with a predicted ten percent truck-line increase expected around January 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
A Great Sensation in Leesville Over Cure Claim
A Leesville resident, W. H. Brown, nearing death, was saved by Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption. He reports relief from asthma and a complete cure, with many similar cures for consumption pneumonia bronchitis and grip. Price 50c and 1.00 guaranteed by Chas C Deam druggist trial bottles free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leesville
Ind
W. H. Brown
Dr. King
Chas. C. Deam
Holsingers Removed Home After Runaway Injuries
John Brown transported Mr. and Mrs. Holsinger from Mt. Zion to their home near that place after a week in the Washington House following injuries from a runaway incident. He reports Mr. Holsinger is progressing well while Mrs. Holsinger remains badly injured and will need more time to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Brown
Mt. Zion
John Holsinger
Washington House
Bucklen's Amica Salve Promises Quick Skin Healing
Ad touts Bucklen's Amica Salve as the best salve for burns sores bruises cuts boils ulcers skin eruptions and piles. Claims rapid cure and satisfaction guaranteed by druggist Chas. O. Beam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike
Bucklen
Chas. O. Beam
Cure a Cold In One Day Patent Claim
A vintage ad promises cure for a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It guarantees refund if the remedy fails and mentions W Grove’s药?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.grove
Surprise Birthday for Mrs Huffman Draws Friends
Mrs Huffman celebrated her forty first birthday with thirty friends and neighbors at her home east of the city. The Six Mile W T A held an afternoon meeting there with delegates elected for the Hartford City state convention and visits from state workers enhancing the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Huffman
The
Six Mile W
Green's August Flower Promises Relief for Stomachs
A persuasive advertisement argues that indigestion and dyspepsia affect the poor more than the rich and promotes Green's August Flower as a long standing remedy. It claims the medicine stimulates the liver, increases appetite, and improves digestion for all readers with trial bottles offered at 25 cents and 75 cents.
Teachers Needed for Philippines Examinations Set
The Civil Service Commission seeks 150 male teachers for the Philippine islands with salaries from 125 to 1 200, seventy five at 1000 and fifty five at 100 per annum. Exams October 19 and 20 in cities including Indianapolis Evansville Fort Wayne Terre Haute and Blackford County applicants may obtain blanks from Norman Wood at the post office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippine Islands
Civil Service Commission
Blackford County
Norman Wood
Indianapolis
Evansville
Fort Wayne
Terre Haute
Hartford City Times
A Friend in Need Uses Gilmore Caustic Oil
A letter from O O Lentz of Piqua Ohio praises Gilmore Drug Co. caustic oil for a horse bruise and other ailments in people and animals. He endorses the product and notes 50 cent bottles, with Stout's drug store selling Gilmore's Headache Powders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. D.S
Piqua
Gilmore
Stout
Aged Lady Dies After Stroke at Home
Mrs. James Chaddock up at Villa North died Saturday morning after years of paralysis and a severe Christmas shock. She was over sixty three, mother of Mrs. Dr. L. H. Cook, and the funeral was Tuesday afternoon with Rev. Dr. Moffet of Fort Wayne presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Villa North
James Chaddock
L. H. Cook
Dr. Moffet
Fort Wayne
Thoughtful Man Helps Wife With New Life Pills Cure
A Winchester End man, M. M. Austin, used Dr. King's New Life Pills to aid a wife troubled by stomach and hyper conditions. She found relief at once and was cured. Available 250 at Deam's drug store. Miss Martha Myers returns to Booth Whitley after a short visit.
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M. M. Austin
Winchester
End
Dr. King
Deam
Martha Myers
Booth
Whitley
Will Bluffton Get It Next
Fort Wayne residents rally as the gas company orders a five day shutdown for natural gas to furnaces. The note warns winter supply may be cook stoves only and cites new Hartford City wells with insufficient pressure to feed mains. Bluffton shares the supplier, but no order yet. Prices may rise to twenty five cents per thousand after a trial period.
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Fort Wayne
Hartford City
Bluffton
Wanted Young Men and Women for Stenography Careers
Advertises Huntington Business University Huntington Indiana as the premier place to study stenography and typewriting. Notes a shortage of capable stenographers, high salaries and promotion prospects, and that the school offers low costs under $90 for tuition and living expenses. Encourages writing to O. E. Hawkins for information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington Business University
Huntington
Ind
O. E. Hawkins
The
Business University At
Record Corn Yield Stuns County Farmers
John I. Wimer, a leading farmer from the west part of the county, delivered 93,49 pounds of last year's corn to the Carter elevator in Goldsmith from fifteen acres, averaging ninety bushels per acre by natural weight, marking an extraordinary local achievement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tipton
John I. Wimer
Carter
Goldsmith
Robbed the Grave. A Startling Testimony of Recovery
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a severe illness with yellow skin sunken eyes and pain. He credits Electric Bitters after three weeks of use with a full recovery and claims the medicine saved him from death. The ad lists a 40 cent price at Deam's drug store Charles 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Oliver
Philadelphia
Chas
Deam
Union Traction Plans Line Between Warren and Huntington
The Union Traction Company pledges to build the Warren to Huntington line if the right of way is secured. The bridge company will reinforce iron bridges over the Salamonte and Wabash rivers with extra girders. The project delays hinge on substantial statewide work remaining.
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Union Traction Company
Warren
Huntington
Salamonte
Wabash
Stops the Cough and Works off the Cold
A fragmented ad snippet touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promising rapid cough relief and cold remedy. The readable text hints at a one day claim and urges action despite incomplete details.
Notice to Heirs and Creditors in Felts Estate
In Wells circuit court the estate of John O Felts deceased hears notice that Louisa Felts administratrix has filed final settlement accounts and vouchers. The 17 October 1903 hearing invites heirs creditors or legatees to appear in Bluffton Indiana to show cause why the accounts should not be approved. Clerk Huew Studabaker seals the entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John O. Felts
Wells Circuit Court
Louisa Felts
Circuit Court
Said Wells Circuit
Bluffton
Indiana
Huew
Public Sale of Oil Lease in Wells County Indiana
Sheriff RK Johnston announces a public auction of rents and profits from an oil and gas lease on the east half of the northwest quarter in section 20, township 25 north, range 13 east, Wells County Indiana. The sale, to satisfy a decree against Minnie Bohrer and others, will occur at the Bluffton courthouse door between 10 am and 4 pm on a designated day. If needed, the fee simple of the chattel real may be offered to cover the decree, with no relief from valuation laws.
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Bluffton
Wells County
Indiana
Samuel Leininger
Joseph W McCanses
RK Johnston
War, AH. Bronmorn Attorneys
John A. Fetzer
Natlee
Adams Circuit Court
Towit
Section
Township
Adames County
James O. Hall
Shaffer Peterson
J.C. Morgan Atty’s
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Calvin Kunkle
Ena
Lechner
Holsingers
Mrs. Huffman
Millionare
Teachers For Philippines
Gas Company
Qheripfe
Jay Oircult Court la Cause
Minnie Bohrer
David E. Uhl
James L. Wheeler
John W. McCray
Joseph W. McCansey
Pub- Uc
Aoa
DAL Mistrator
OTICE
Board of County Commissioners
Jackson Township
David Oohlenrider
Joseph Stahl
Grange W
Leenngr
Fanu
Asia
John Gardenour
Harrison Township
Indjani
Cor
Darley
Otelpek
Uw. m
Wars Mariah Gardinour
Jim & Jerry
Otige
Frank P. Rigsley
Andruw Milson
Svally
Tugwy D. Srup Wake
Wells Gheult Court
Wa. Baker
Warren. McBride
H. Thoma & Son
Charleston Mail
Commercial Traveler
Day Express
Baby Bound
Commerces
Foledo Mail
D.w Ca
W. Mordoff
H. A. Wall
Cosesell
M Tore
Hitney
Ft. Wayne
Cincinnati
Lauseville
Ft. W
Sandusky & Poona
Indignepols
Michigan City
Wayne A
Connervus
Polutain
Southsound
Gyttee
Sandays
Union Depot
Bloomington
Peoria
Lima
Fontoria
Fremont
Sandusky
Trai
Ag Lakerie & Western
Eriea
J. Rhein
Chicago & Erie
R. R
Chaator
LIND
New York
Columbus
Garone
Goumba
Hoston
Buffalo
Boston
Ehtosgo
Chica
Snd
Kingsland
Assengers
Kingstown
Limi
Allon
Morrison
Marion
Ohio
Grand Rapids & Indiana
Ane
Travelers Railway
Euie
ANG
Cinocliniwnwate
A. Beckler
Lewis
Chicago
Detroit
Mich
Elen
Casnowe
Washington D.C
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