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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1904
Page
5
The local militia armory was robbed of blankets coats hats and shirts. Captain Brunn warned a thief may face five years in a military prison and a $1990 fine if the stolen items are not returned within ten days. Members were paid for their service with state funds and government pay recorded.
The Elkhart Truth reports the Trinity A E church of Elkhart celebrating its 72nd anniversary with praise for Pastor Rev S Light. The church recently funded a major $313,000 repair through a bond-based cash system guided by Joseph W Powell from Buffalo, famed as the "Napoleon of Church Finance."
In circuit court attorney Dubbin A Miller filed a writ of mandate to compel Sheriff Johnston to appraise Miller’s property and set aside $600 as exemption. Miller owes his daughter Mary MecCleery $315 from a prior judgment. The sheriff levied but did not seize the property, and Miller asks for an appointed appraiser and exemption under the law. The National Supply company warned a separate case, against Commercial Oil and Gas company, resulted in a default judgment of 528.69 plus interest. Curtis, superintendent of CG B C railroad, visited the city for matters.
Tomorrow the county Sunday school convention will convene in Poneto with a large crowd expected. All county Sunday schools belong to the association and will send representatives. Bluffton residents on the program include C Tim Snyder county secretary Rev J I String and Rev A J Holderman. New officers for the ensuing year will be chosen. the day promises to be busy and profitable.
Attorney Frank Gordon said hearings at the next county commissioners session will challenge the license applications of EZ Jamison and Frank Burns in Liberty township. The township residents oppose granting licenses as proposed.
Prospective investors toured the Parlor City Oil lease in Muncie revealing multiple shareholders in the group and strong signs of productive wells. Officials estimated a well within a month with stock at twenty cents a share and potential rapid gains if production proves high.
The lodge room Hoor at the Talks is polished and prepared for use. When the surface reaches the proper state it will receive a coat of floor wax. The note mentions an hour for their lady friends.
Wells county commissioners meet in special session to appoint viewers for the Wells county share of the Tittle River ditch dredging project. Farmers say no benefit to Wells county. they oppose assessments across Union Jefferson Lancaster townships, warning of costly litigation and large potential expenditures.
Workers on the Beeler building at Walnut and Johnson streets lay the last joints to improve the finish and readiness for occupancy. The cement block structure attracts attention as one of Blatt ton’s early examples. Mrs. Stanton Janey and Miss Agnes Poland attend a local wedding nearby.
Mrs. Jessie Conner asks Deputy Dailey to file an affidavit against Mrs. Thomas Bulger for trespass after alleged entry into Conner’s yard. The two neighboring families, amid four years of dispute, may face a mayoral hearing this afternoon. In a separate matter, William Lambert faces an assault and battery hearing following a strong-armed incident with William Haden, with Constable Crouse summoning witnesses in Liberty township.
Local interest in Miss Carie Grove's wetware case reports that Cincinnati hospital physicians advise bringing her home after hip joint disease diagnosis. Dieters and Miss Grove fund efforts while her mother seeks explicit cure prospects and hospital care until all resources are exhausted.
Decatur residents endured Dorothy a comic opera poorly presented by a capable company. Review notes four performers stood out while most faltered with lines and movement, spoiling the evening. manager Rosso cut prices but the show remained weak, though other acts praised. Guy Bennett reports basement drainage improvements after recent engineering work.
In a vivid account from Colorado Springs to Manitou and the famed caverns, the writer describes the route over the viaduct of the Denver and Rio Grande, the mineral springs, and a guided tour of the caverns. He notes a 300 by 80 foot largest chamber, a pipe organ stalactite formation, and the damp air inside, culminating in a tiring descent and return to the hotel.
Alfred Pugh died yesterday afternoon at his home following a period of illness. He leaves a wife and a seventeen year old son. Born August 28, 1856 in this city, he was 48 years old. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from his home, conducted by Rev. Martin of the Baptist church, with burial in Elm Grove Cemetery.
At a recent Lew Dailey post meeting four new membership applications were received. The records suggest possible candidates including John Griffin and others as part of the ongoing membership drive.
Reports claim a massive railroad merger would fold the Clover Leaf Pere Marquette Cincinnati Hamilton Dayton and others into an Erie backed system. Rumors also link Cincinnati Hamilton Dayton to gain Clover Leaf control as the Erie eyes adding routes to its network.
After Geints meeting the Democratic executive committee names J. Bam ford as secretary and announces a headquarters at the Kin[e] notin buildings with an informal reception soon. Cory Chairman W. TL. Riehhorn says the HQ will be open at all times and invites all Democrats to attend, with Dan Summs visiting October 6 and several prominent speakers to boost the drive. The party aims for a strong county campaign to exceed prior marks.
The Clover Leaf railroad faces chronic lateness with No. 4 due at 5:30 often late by 20 minutes to several hours. Despite unreliability, freight traffic is booming with yards busy as three engines switch simultaneously. Passenger flow in St. Louis shows renewed prosperity, though delays persist due to congestion.
Mrs Schwartz mother of Mrs Stout and Mrs Purdy died last night. Warry J Stout Sam Purdy and families drove out today to assist. Mrs Dick Humphrey and Miss Jesse Gilgen went to Peterson this morning with fel i.
Reports from the CG B and railroad meeting indicate the local court will retain supervision of the receivership, enabling a loan negotiation. Progress on extending the railroad to Huntington stalls over papers held by Alien T Russell, with a court order forcing turnover within ten days. Senator Albert Hopkins plans a 600,000 loan to refinance and extend the Bluffton to Huntington line, contingent on signed documents.
Hamilton and Brown filed in Huntington circuit court a suit by Don Woods against Huntington Mutual Insurance seeking damages of 800 dollars for loss after a fire, alleging nonpayment of insured funds. A second filing in Fort Wayne by Caton vs National Cash Register Company requests 300 dollars and delivery of machine notes and money as agreed.
The document notes Jake Britt as a candidate for office and describes his long residence in Bluffton and work as a printer. It mentions his Socialist affiliation and that he has long supported the party, with a council meeting reference to Dr. Cheney and local officials.
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