Their Troubles Settle In Circuit Court Divorce Plea
Domestic disputes of Harriet T Jacob Boen and John R Boen show a divorce complaint filed and a cross claim. Mrs Boen to pay costs to dismiss. court to rule. Guardianships and partition actions also noted with appraisers reports and private sale orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriett Jacob Boen
Ts. Boen
Jacob
Aitchfork
Russel
Rus ‘Gel
Davis
Peti
Don
Toms Vs. Toms
Myers
Doctor Show Exposed as Confidence Trick at Opera House
Decatur Democrat exposes a scam where a so called doctor sells fake medicines and copper pennies for high prices at the opera house. Patrons who purchase receive bottles of supposed cure and a chance at a diamond ring while the trick ends with losses and a lesson to be wary of such schemes.
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Decatur Democrat
Will Get Bail For S Arthur Scott In Oil Case
Arrangements have been made for S Arthur Scott held at Rockwell City on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses to be admitted to bail. The case involves pressure from oil investors hoping to recover funds. Scott is expected to arrive here soon.
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S. Arthur Scott
Rockwell City
Scott
Roll man held on bond for peace violation death by own action
M. C. Johnson of Roll faces bond of 6500 for peace violation after he attempted to carry out a threat while under the influence. He reportedly died by his own action, with authorities noting he was unable to live.
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M. C. Johnson
Roll
Johnson
Bryan crowds Portland for mass meeting in Wells county
A large Portland crowd welcomed William Jennings Bryan as he spoke at 2:45 pm after a 50 minute address. Wells county and Bluffton contingents led a parade of 800 plus supporters, with bands and the umbrella brigade. Restaurants were crowded, and reporters in force recorded every word for dispatch.
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Portland
Ind
Bryan
William Jennings Bryan
Wells County
Jay County
Decatur
Bluffton
C. A. Windle
Gatling Gun
Main
Meridian Streets
Windle
Parker and Davis Club
Mae
Bluffton Glee Club
Bryan Train
Market Street
Martial Band
Main Street
Wiley Avenue
Quiet Day in Center Court Deliberations and Damages Awarded
In center of it court Saturday little action occurred beyond habeas corpus arguments in the Cover case before Special Judge J H C Smith. Sherron versus Strange damages case continued to the third Monday of the November term for hearing. Empire and American Nitroglycerin versus Spafford and Saki company heard with plaintiff awarded 225.76 in damages.
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Ctrofit
J. H. C. Smith
Sherron Ve. Strange
The
Empire and American Nitroglycerin Company
Daniel Spafford and the
Sacki) Company
Box social held at Vera event sparks community charity
A box social was held in Vera to raise funds for local services with community members volunteering and bidding on themed gift boxes. Residents praised the friendly turnout and the event's contribution to the town's fundraising goals.
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Givan
The
Postmaster Reports Free Rural Delivery for Bluffton County
Postmaster Sharpe announces a favorable Rural Free Delivery order covering Wella County. Hutchison will visit late this month to install routes. Two local routes were canceled previously. the new system will add about three routes from Bluffton and extend service to all county households.
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Sharpe
Post Office
Wella County
Hutchison
Wsl
Bluffton
Obituary for Mrs Jacob Haflich of Rock Creek Township
Mrs Jacob Haflich born July 17 1880 to Mr and Mrs Daniel Bichhorn of Rock Creek Township died Oct 10 at age 24 years 2 months 23 days. She married Jacob Haflich April 28 1903 and had a daughter born Oct 2 19844. She was a devout member of Emanuel Reformed and St Pauls Reformed churches and the Woman's Missionary Society serving as treasurer. Funeral Wednesday 1 pm conducted by Rev Welker and Rev String with the text Luke 8 52 and interment at the church cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob H. Harlich
Daniel Bichhorn
Rock Creek Township
Emanuel’s Reformed Church
St. Paul's
William Roberts A Noted Wells County Resident Dies
William Roberts age 71 died October 10 1904 at Poneto Indiana after a five week illness. Born February 24 1833 in Harrison County Ohio he moved to Wells County in 1849 and later joined Poneto Baptist church. He left a wife Isabella Houdyshell five children twenty grandchildren and twelve siblings with several surviving relatives across nearby towns. Funeral services were held at the Poneto Baptist church.
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William Roberts
Jonathan
Marian Roberts
Harrison County
Ohio
Poneto
Ind
Wells County
Indiana
Nottinghan Township
Isabella Houdyshell
Mary Etta Lock
Baptist Church
Hill Leist wedding at Lelat home near city
Floyd Hill and Lula R Leigt were married Wednesday evening at 8 at the bride’s parents home two miles southwest of the city. Immediate relatives attended a simple ceremony followed by a wedding supper. The couple will reside in Lafayette. Rev. A J Holderman officiated.
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Floyd
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve A Thorough Healing Remedy
A vintage ad extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a thorough remedy for cuts sores bruises and similar injuries. The copy promises swift cleansing of wounds and rapid healing through its salve formula.
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Bucklen
Newest Coats and Fabric Bargains for Misses and Children
Local sale lists coats for misses and children with prices from 2.98 to 9.50. Includes infant cloaks, full length coats, and double breasted styles in brown, castor, and blue, plus assorted textiles like flannels, wool fabrics, and lace trims. Also features floor oilcloth and stockings at reduced rates.
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Beveceee
Okcles
Cseeuscevernes
Fall and Winter Wear Sale Notes
Pearce county advertises a fall and winter clothing sale with prices on ladies skirts and walking outfits, union suits, vests, pants, mohair shirts, velvet waists, and heavy fleeced garments. It highlights bargains on blankets, shawls, scarves, and men’s fleeced shirts for a broad range of ages and sizes.
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Tracy Seale
Pearcane
ORY
Secs
Esse
Pete c
Community social and Knights of Pythias notes
A south of the city gathering surprised Miss Clara Helms with games and music and refreshments. A Craigville box social boosted the school treasury, netting about 35 in gross receipts. George W. Powell became Indiana Knights of Pythias grand chancellor and issued a new keep a-goin slogan. Merrill E. Wilson oversaw strong growth with over 6,800 new members. Aaron Fleming on West Central avenue is very ill with progressive paralysis.
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Clara Helms
Mildred Ashbaucher
Hazel Stroup
Clara Merkey
Merle McConey
Mary Little
Millis Higman
Alberta Popejoy
Albert Studabaker
Charles Merkey
Robert Ullmer
Clyde Storer
Jacob Stroop
John Higman
Alf Rudy
Ed Higman
Craigville
George W. Powell
Knights of Pythias
Indiana
Merrill E. Wilson
Wilson
Aaron Fleming
West Central Avenue
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Elks
New Lodge
West
Washington Street
Opera House
Bluffton Lodge of Elks
Dalley
Mesdames Barr
Frank Dailey
Platt
L. H. Cook
Dublin
George Mossman
W. D. Burgan
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Lew Datley
LaBelles Fatima
Linda
G. E
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D. W. Tucker, Mr. D
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