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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1908

Page

5

Islkhart Women's club hosts George Ade program meeting

The Young Ladies' Department will meet with Mrs. Georgian Berse at 115 N. Wits street to hear a George Ade talk. Dancing will start at 8:30 with music by the Bliss orchestra. Naomi Rebecka lodge No. 67 plans a picnic supper Friday followed by a regular meeting and initiation.

Vyhe Young Ladies The Islkhart Women’s Club Georgian Berse N. Wits Street George Ade Bliss Orchestra Naomi Rebecka

Regular evangelistic services continue at Goshen Avenue church

The brethren church on Goshen Avenue invites all to continue evangelistic services this evening and for the rest of the week, extending an open invitation to attendees and the community.

Wrethren Goshen Avenue

Elkhart Owls Dance and Mayflower Chorus Socials

The Elkhart Nest of Owls will host an elaborate dance with Anderson's Bell on Web 25. O C Comer of 512 Lexington entertained twenty members of the Mayflower Chorus with music and games. Queen Esther Circle at the Yoder home on Myrtle Street gathered eighteen members and friends for an evening with refreshments.

Elkhart Anderson O. C. Comer Lexington Avenue Mayflower Queen Esther St. Paul's Church Yoder Myrtle Street

Thimble Club Hostess Receives Guests At Whin Street

Mrs George Stevenson of Whin street was hostess to the South Site Thimble Club Wednesday evening. After two hours of sewing and social chat a delicious luncheon was served and a pleasant maish rendered by the hostess. The club will meet next Wednesday at Mrs J H O’leary’s home.

George Stevenson Whin Street Thimble Efternasa J.H. O'iearn

Colonial Minuet Dances Held at Wellington Clinic

Participants in a Colonial minuet at the Wellington clinic in South Bend last evening included Messrs E. Cone I. Vernier F. Troxel F. Jdervington R. Simpkins J. Troyer and Misses Vada Lie Wilma Strine Hazel Mesker Fisra Bowers Aung ongsdorf and 4thel Rabinsin. The figure was formed under the direction of Harry L. Arneld.

Wellington

Wednesday Afternoon Club Receives Pleasing Entertainment

The Wednesday Afternoon club enjoyed a pleasant session at Mrs. M. L. Ullrichs home yesterday afternoon. In cards first prize went to Mrs. Jewett, second to Mrs. Shaffer, and consolation prize to Mrs. Geo Yeates. A two course luncheon followed. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Jack Shasbergers home in two weeks.

M. L. Ullrich Jewett Shaffer

Mrs Myrtie Hosts Afternoon Social for Anniversary

Fragmentary OCR notes show Mrs Myrtie Allens hosting an afternoon social and a mention of the fiftyteenth wedding anniversary. Additional readable names and details are unclear in the clipping.

Social Notes From Bristol and Nearby Towns

From Bristol and nearby cities come social mentions including visits and travels. Roth of Bristol is in the city. W E Wider visits Marion on business. Cr ipe went to South Bend. Albright of Marion calls on friends. J Rice visits Detroit and Milwaukee. Bailey returns from Advian Michigan. Miss Clouse returns from New Paris. Miss Lois Lehman visiting Miss Bessie Willard in Anderson Street. McMahn and Dr Ward of South Bend guests of Waliey. Waliey recovering from grip illness. Miss Ethel Bleck of Topeka takes clerkship at Ziesel Bros store. Mrs Lynton Fitchcock travels with her mother to South Bend. Mrs Mary Caske and daughter Sliss Levay return home after six months in Northern Michigan seeking health benefits. Miss Levin's condition unchanged.

Advian Mich Mies Charles Clouse Ethel Bleck Topeka Ind Dress Greeds Ziesel Bros Lynton Fitchcock Sowth Bend Berrien Springs Mary Caske Sliss Levay Corunna Street Michigan Miss Levin Hilchart

Post Office Switch In South Bend Office

Charles Mowery resumes charge of the Postal Telegraph South Bend office after eight months. Miss Inda Knight arrives from South Haven to take his place and will return there. Miss McNeff returns to her role as superintendent and resumes duties next Wednesday.

Charles Mowery Postal Telegraph Company South Bend Inda Knight South Haven Mich

Snow thaw clears ice and weakens heavy snow piles

A thaw initiated by rising temperatures began breaking down heavy snow accumulations while clearing walkways of ice, reducing hazard as melting continued.

Rural mail carriers halt service amid unsettled sands

Irregular conditions force a break in rural delivery as widespread sand cover and unbroken terrain hinder routes. Officials consider temporary suspensions until roads clear and safety is restored.

Tike

Remarkable testimony in horse blanket case in Michigan court

William Cone, a junk dealer, testified in Superior Court today on a charge of using horse blankets. Cone claimed two boys working for him hauled the bags containing the blankets, which Chief Silvers later found at Cone’s home. The defense rested as Cone refused to enter with a lawyer. Tra Hi church represented the poor, while Skinner & Wider had appeared earlier.

William Goon Cone Zis Cass County Mich Silvers Ken Church Skinner& Wider

Elkhart Thespians Present First Vaudeville Bill

Elkhart thespians stage their inaugural vaudeville bill at the Crystal theatre testimonial Friday evening. Eight acts include moving pictures and illustrated songs with advance tickets showing two fall houses. A ten cent admission is charged with regular readmission.

Elkhart Crystal Theatre Truth

Masquerade Dance by Pleasure Club at Hoan Hall

The Pleasure club hosts a masquerade dance on Washingtons birthday eve at Hoan Hall. Prizes reward best and comical costumes for both ladies and gentlemen. A four piece orchestra provides music for a good time.

Pleasure Club Suntaeday Washington Hoan Hall

Torture relics go unsold at Covent Garden auction

Auction at Stevens in Covent Garden offered torture relics from historical devices including a drunkard’s cloak, boot, rack, and branding irons. Bidding was weak with prices ranging from seven shillings to eighteen shillings, while items like an Oxford-post bondage post and Newgate shackles also drew modest sums.

Stevens Covent Garden London Daily News Oxford Newgate Prison Norenburg

Difference in methods in the smoking room tale

A German immigration agent in a sleeping car discussion claims he has aided his people to settle in the United States for 300 years. He describes Americans entering new territories, staking land, and a figure on a stump naming John Jones, reflecting a vivid conversation.

Saturday Evening Post John Jones

Knights of Pythias celebration marks forty fourth anniversary

A large gathering of 175 members with wives and friends attended a banquet and varied program last evening. The event opened with America sung with orchestral support. Ira H. Church extended a cordial welcome and spoke on fostering fraternal union. The program included orchestra selections, solos by George Shaw Hazel Hanson Edith Troxel and others, and readings. Annis Eberhardt and Emery Annis contributed performances.

Order of Knights of Pythias America Ira H. Church George Shaw Hazel- Hanson A. BE. Cole Edith Troxel L. Rose Henry Miler Nickum Megers Emery Annis Eberhardt HE. A. Baker Columbian Orchestra Emory Arms Thomas Beevers Arthur Cole H W. Hanses B. J. Avisman Charles Dunnington

Noted Lecturer at Century Club Delivers Humicrous Talk

Hon. W. R. Chandler, famed New York lawyer, speaks in the Century Club auditorium tonight on Humicrous Experiences brasd, under the auspices of the Thursday club which sponsors varied entertainments.

W. R. Chandler New York Century Club

Louisiana Horticultural Society Opens Fifth Annual Meeting

In Minden Louisiana on February 29 the fifth annual Louisiana Horticultural society meeting opened with large attendance of fruit growers. C Dalis of Lake Charles presided and FH Burnette of the State University served as secretary. The three day session will cover a wide array of practical fruit growing topics.

Louisiana Fruit Growers Minden Louisiana Horticultural Society C. Dalis Lake Charles FH. Burnette The State University

Wisconsin Consumers League Holds Annual Madison Convention

The Wisconsin Consumers League met in Madison with delegates from many communities. Officers reviewed last year's work and discussed plans to expand the league's influence. Wisconsin's branch is highlighted as one of the strongest in the national organization.

Wisconsin Consumers’ League Madison Wis Wisconsin Consumers’ Tearie Wisconsin

Cure a Cold In One Day Health Ad Claim

An old style advertisement promises to cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It notes druggists will refund money if it fails and shows Grove's signature on each box.

GROVE

Angler Tips From The St Paul Dispatch

Practical advice for anglers on bait selection and catching techniques. Read the St Paul Dispatch for guidance on trout perch sunfish crappies bass frogs and gear care. Wind directions and line choice are noted to improve fly casting and fishing success.

St. Paul

Unclear OCR fragment hints at personal history

The readable text mentions a person formerly living in Germany and a family relation. It references residence and possible relocation but lacks a coherent narrative or identifiable events.

Chairman Roose Returns From Campaign Trip

Wilson Roose, chairman of the Republican county central committee, returned from Indianapolis yesterday after a two week absence in support of Charles A. Miller, candidate for governor.

Wilson Roose Republican ‘County ‘ Central Committee Tidianapolis Charles AV. Miller

Walden Brothers File Bankruptcy Petitions in Indiana

Edwin M. Walden and Frank D. Walden of Elkhart filed voluntary bankruptcy petitions in federal court at Indianapolis. Creditors claim $7,329.24 with no assets reported.

Edwin M. Walden Frank D. Walden Elkhart Indianapolis

Senator Latimer Dies in South Carolina at Providence Hospital

Senator A. C. Latimer of South Carolina died at Providence Hospital after an operation for intestinal trouble. He was nearing the end of his term and had previously served in the House for several years before joining the Senate.

Washington A. C. Latimer South Carolina Providence’ Hospital Senate House

Goshen Council Divided Over City Office Move

Mayor Kohler vetoed a resolution calling a committee to locate new offices and council chamber as Goshen faces broad disagreement over moving city offices and offices location.

Kohler Goshen Common Council Counncil Chamber

Deputy Sheriff Outlines Shannon's Turbulent Career

Deputy Sheriff Chalten informs Chicago Chief Shippey with a detailed account of Wd. Shannon's career in Mikhart county. The 23 year old prize fighter is described as remarkably active in a string of ventures and experiences. The letter aims to support a claim should Shannon avoid Chicago charges, while local officers seek to bring him to trial for railway robberies.

Chalten Shippey Chicago Wd. Shannon Mikhart Shanen

Kentucky to vote on prohibition urges state referendum

Feb 20 Governor Beekam today declared he will withdraw from the senatorial race if Kentucky votes on prohibition. The appeal emphasizes a statewide plebiscite as the decisive measure sought by supporters.

Kentucky Beekam

New York Motors Sportsmen Show Debuts At Madison Square Garden

The fourteenth annual Motor Boat and Sportsmen's Show opens at Madison Square Garden with a large motor boat display from leading manufacturers. The exhibit includes camps, animal and fish displays, and a two week program featuring swimming and aquatic contests.

New -York Diana Madison Square Garden Swift Jittle Cerest Suides

Michigan editors meet for annual mid winter session

Members of the Michigan Press association gather in Saginaw for the mid winter meeting. More than one hundred publishers and others participate as sessions discuss editorial responsibility advertising rates business management and related topics scheduled over two days.

Michigan Saginaw, Mich Michigan Press Association

Obituary: Lemuel Neff Dies in Indiana in 1908

Lemuel Neff born August 9 1832 in Perry Lake County Ohio spent most of his life in Lake County Ohio. He died February 17 1908 in Evansville Indiana from a complication of diseases. He married Mary E McLelland who died January 10 1861 leaving a daughter Tabs later. He married Flora P Nash June 13 1861 who survived him.

Lemuel

Elkhart Union hosts cordial Grove meeting with visitors

Mrs. M B McKaskey presided as Gosnen Union leader at a Gosnen gathering in Elkhart. Elkhart guests included Mrs. Wertz delegation from Indiana to the national W U convention in Nashville last November. Grace Cunningham led readings, Grace Hammond sang, and Rev Vanuntus and Rev Butts gave addresses. Seventy five dined, program ended with Mrs. Berchtel’s readings at four.

M.B. McCaskey Gosnen Slisé Gerviel Elkhart A Ten ‘Wertz Indiana Nashville Tenn Grace Cunningham Sweetly Gang Jesus Haten Berry Hammon Vanuntus First Presbyterian Church Butts Grace Hammond Misses Lane B. F. Hammond

Svingali at Bucklen Theater Next Week Promises Laughs

Svingali arrives at Bucklen Theater for all of next week. Audiences can expect humor and marvel at a series of performances beginning September 22.

Svingali Bucklen

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Society Notes Ab and Cassopolis ‘Street Washington’s Elkhart Thespians Bismarck Germany Besi Daley Roose Senator Latimer Shannon Alls Aruggii FE “Td aAtu Urdas Buc.i.in Ei Niet Dora Tierne Lena Awers Houseworth Bouseworth Brothers
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