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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1900
Page
2
A gang of four Goshen youths involved in a Lake Shore car robbery faced attempted murder charges after a companion, Harry Snapp, was gravely wounded in Toledo. The report traces the crime from theft to violent assault and notes Snapp’s recovery and subsequent police action.
Fay of township trustees lists amounts drawn from all sources for the year ending April 1. Elkheart township 3710.00 Clinton 297.00 Benton 20.00 Jackson 320.63 Harrison 231.65 Concord 76.75 Bango 132.00 Olive 277.55 Jefferson 3280.00 Middlebury 203.00 York 316.20 Washington 213.37 Oolo 221.30 Cleveland 88.10 Union 312.75 Looke 254.50.
Heal Estate Transfers report Dickerhoot to J W Raplogle 80 acres in Dada for 2500 Harriet Ferrard to Amos Pegg Millersburg lot 3200 Lena HKdwada to Amos Pegg Millersburg lot 75 Amos L Markley to Minnie Leib Elkhart lot 3500 Adolph Meyer to Peter Neilman Concod land 3000 Henry Hibszaan to John S Pletcher 10 acres Hackson 60. An arrest at Nappanee reports William Tutias and Perry Webster caught stealing screws from a local furniture factory and held on bonds.
A middle aged woman with five children arrived by Big Four and sought aid from a Lake Shore station agent near inkhsrs en route to LaPorte claiming a sister there. She appeared destitute and was assisted by fellow passengers before police involvement and transfer to LaPorte.
An explosion in the Ohio Stave & Lumber mill at Millersburg destroyed the boiler building and machinery leaving debris scattered. Tenants report damage estimated from 850 to 3000 dollars with no injuries and plans to rebuild. Rev J O Mosier appointed to succeed Rev Zachiel at Watch Tower church in Kikbart.
A Millersburg druggist is suspected of distributing intoxicants in numerous quantities. The grand jury is examining the case as investigators pursue possible illegal drug and liquor activities.
Cletis Whitehead about eleven fell in the New Paris school yard yesterday morning eight o clock and several companions fell on him fracturing an arm. Della Bueh granted divorce from Solomon and Jennie A Schrock granted legal separation from Joseph H Schrock.
Aged resident Judy Net was found unconscious by a door with a carpet blocking it in her Washington Street home. Gas in the root caused near fatal effects but she recovered after treatment. investigators believe she woke during the night and closed the door, trapping the gas.
Goshen readers complain to Indiana Railway Co about Mishawaka interurban cars stopping late runs to drop passengers. Local travelers endure delays ranging from a few minutes to up to twelve at switches to accommodate the interurban schedule with few riders aboard.
The Elkhart county council will meet to consider a 86000 appropriation for a new bridge over the Elkhart river near Waterford. Trustee Hess requests the bridge, while officials deem the sum too low and will obtain a professional estimate. The bridge, 32 years old, has stonework by Daniel Sanders of Goshen and woodwork by Raffensberger and Brough, near Goshen. it is deemed dangerous and will close to traffic, forcing travelers to use other river crossings.
Yesterday noon the home of George Echelberzer southeast of Gosh an was found afire and saved by quick work. At 4:30 pm the home of Peter Brown on North Ninth caught fire through a stove pipe, a boy was burned and rushed to the street. authorities feared arson but the blaze was quickly controlled.
Elkhart County peppermint farming faces widespread failure after severe winter weather. Ex-County Commissioner F. Nye stands out as the largest local grower, highlighting the scale of losses.
Foul play feared as Clarence Culver of Goshen vanished after visiting Goshen resident on Saturday. The 48 year old man was seen in the city that afternoon, but all trace was lost. Police intensify efforts to locate him and his wife fears abandonment.
Goshen resident Clarence Culver reappears after a week away and tells a curious tale of drink, possible drugging, and robbery. He claims to have lost about eighty dollars and sought money from a patent connection. He explains a tumble at the Enkhart House and mislaid recollections before reuniting with his wife. Nearby, Henry Lehman defends Arden Lehman amid a Lake Shore freight car robbery case, while a Goshen couple faces charges after a camp meeting-based dispute, with a marriage plan reportedly set for this afternoon.
Charles Tanner of this city sued Western Union Telegraph Co for a delayed telegram about his child’s death. The suit, filed by Van Fleet and Vanleet and defended by Miller and Drake, settled for 250 dollars after investigations and settlement negotiations. The child died in New York state from diphtheria after the family’s move. A telegram was misrouted, delaying notice of the funeral.
The Singer sewing machine factory in South Bend with about 1,560 workers could relocate to Washington due to high lumber freight costs. The move would make the South Bend shops profitable to abandon for a nearer timber location.
A new factory in Elkhart, the EFiwara Kelly foundry, reports strong demand and is running at full daytime capacity with plans for a night shift. New contracts push expansion, and the firm anticipates substantial growth in capability and workforce. Also, Vasars Frampton and Clark plan a billiard hall cigar stand and luck counter at 117 West Jackson Street around mid month.
The article reports Charles Cracknell indicted on the Hixbert grind jary with adjournment of the case. It notes many witnesses were called and references alleged lottery schemes and related figures. Frank Wighewire faces warrants. Dr. Tiemens Ifsont Montgomery to be arrested for practicing with an illicit license.
Bristol announces work soon on a mammoth cement factory covering 15 acres. Capital stock rises from 1 million to 1 million and the dam will cost 200000. Gen Clarkson of Iowa, Gen Russell Alger, and Gov Pingree visit Bristol as cement industry interest grows. Electric railway links with Elkhart and Goshen are sought.
Two boys in Mishawaka claimed the credit for the first swim of the day by briefly disrobing and plunging into the cold water along the south race on Thursday. They shouted with excitement and hurried to exit once cooled down.
Central Christian church at Goshen plans immediate efforts to raise funds for a building lot after securing an option. A congregational meeting Wednesday night approved starting purchases and construction preparations.
A horse owned by Andrew Hepman was severely injured this morning in the woodyard near city hall. It became entangled with iron bars during rest, struck its back, and suffered internal injuries. death may follow. Hepman, a farmer, had brought weed to the city and had left his horses harnessed nearby.
Truant Officer Heath handles fifteen cases recently with many excuses unsatisfactory. Prosecutions loom. In Clinton township parents object to advancing beyond the three R’s causing pupil absences during geography studies.
Goshen endures a measles outbreak causing fear among youths who choose to stay home from school to protect friends yet continue fishing despite the illness.
George McMasters of Goshen, shot through the right leg by Cephas Messick last Sunday near Goshen, is improving and had a restful night. Medical notes suggest digestion issues can worsen many ailments, while Bardock Blood ut ters is said to strengthen and tone the stomach.
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