Local Happenings of a Day in Kendallville
A day’s notes cover townsfolk and events from Kendallville. Updates include Charley Stephens traveling to Napanee, funeral attendance for Judge Frazer in Warsaw, Anna Rogers returning from Chicago, a jail fine in Goshen for cruelty to animals, a watch found near the Midway, and church and legal notices. Two marriages conclude with George Martin and Mary Noe uniting after visiting Goshen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kendallville
Charley Stephens
Nappanee
Stephens
C. BH. Chase
Margaret Defrees
Warsaw
Frazer
J.M. Knight
Mabel
St. Mary's School
Indianapolis
Charles Hardesty
Goshen
Anna Rogers
H. B. Townsend
Chicago
A Day's Minor Events and Local Notes
Kathrine Dettling leaves Goshen for Los Angeles to reside there. Washington's birthday flags displayed. City Hall rope breaks. A woman in a drunken state is assisted by police. two men escort her home toward the depot. Bert Bemenderfer dies at 18 after scarlet fever relapse. W G Hill plans southern trip via New Orleans and Chicago. The Goshen Light Guards parade on Washington's birth day anniversary. The Brity case fines total about 33 dollars for violation of the screen ordinance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen Light Guards
Co. C
Washington
W.G. Hill
New Orleans
Chicago
California
William Brity
Goshen Times
Gordon
Elkhart
Bert Bemenderfer
Henry Bemenderfer
Goshen
Carra
Hattie Blackburn
City Hall
Second
Harrison Streets
A Saloon Case and Local News Gleanings
A collection notes births deaths and incidents from the area. Ason Teidt was born to Mr and Mrs Jack Teidt of St Joe street. Shriner, 22, died of lung fever at L Dinehart’s south of town. Martin Hall’s murder trial funds were donated to Shriner’s family. A thief stole 18 dollars in coins from a tobacco sack. George A Jenks, future Pennsylvania attorney general, is noted as Shively’s father in law. Albert Kuhn of Michigan City to receive skin grafts after severe burns. union members offer skin grafts. Daniel Harman alias Henry Elliott is jailed on 500 bail for Clover seed sale attempt. Marsh al Dunbar filed complaints against saloon keepers Tom Peers, Mat Parit, Jerome Rice and William Brity for screen ordinance violations. one acquittal discussed with appeal planned. Other cases were dismissed.
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Marshal Dunbar
Tom Peers
Mat Parit
Jerome Rice
William Brity
Peey
Thompson
Turner
H. C. Dodge
Unable to Explain Why He Took the Meat
Andrew J. Snyder a former Lake Shore pony conductor pleaded guilty to taking a 30 lb sausage box from a car and carrying it home. He blamed whiskey for temporary irresponsibility and was bound over to court. Case likely not pursued further.
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Andrew J. Snyder
Lake Shore
Gildea
Marshal Dunbar
Justice Theis
Calaboose
W. C. Keene
Charles Purl
Deaths of Young People
John Conine aged 22 died of heart disease at his brother Norman Conine’s home 400 west Bower street at 9 15 this forenoon. Remains go to Leonidas Michigan tomorrow where his parents live with interment on Saturday. Uphenna Stutsman aged 16 died of consumption at Dunlaps this morning at 430. Daughter of John Stutsman who died weeks ago. Three days old daughter of John Cokanover of Mason township died this forenoon with funeral tomorrow.
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John Conine
Norman Conine
West Bower Street
Leonidas
Mich
Uphenna Stutsman
Dunlaps
John Stutsman
Dunlap
English Evangelical Church
John Cokanover
Mason Township
Is It Safe To Neglect Kidney Disease
An advertisement-style claim urges immediate action for kidney disease and promotes Sulphur Bitters as a cure. It quotes Jonathan Ham of Boston stating he was given up to die by physicians but was cured.
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Jonathan Ham
Boston
Door veneer promise ends warping with I XL Goshen Core
Advertisement claims Stave Core Veneered doors prevent warping and trouble and promote doors manufactured in Goshen by I XL. The copy emphasizes reliability and product quality for home doors.
Ragless Ertsinger Couple Wed At Goshen Farm Home
Byron Ragless and Ada Ert were married yesterday morning at the bride’s mother’s home on the Harmon farm near Goshen in front of about fifty guests. After a wedding dinner they left on the 1 50 train for an eastern trip and will reside in the city upon return. The groom works for the Lake Shore company and the bride has lived here for several years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ragless-Ertsinger
Byron Ragless
Miss Ada Ertsinger
Harmon Farm
Goshen
Lake Shore Company
Marriage of Somarin dyck and Hubbell's sister in Bristol society
A notable Bristol society event took place Wednesday at the Hubbell home as Miss Ida L Hubbell sister to the ex Senator married Mr George E Somarindyck a rising local businessman. After visiting Chicago and Aurora they plan to be at home after March 15 at 212 Beardsley avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George E. Somarindycck
Ida L. Hubbell
QO. Z. Hubbell
Ida
George E. Somarindyck
Somarindyck
Chicago
Aurora
Graham
Ligonier
C. E. Congdon
F. G. Romaine
J. G. B. Floyd
Bristol
Misses van Congdon
Indianapolis
Athens Hoffman
E. McCammon
Gananoque
Ontario
Romaine
Goshen
Myrtle Congdon
W. R. Congdon
Revival Meetings At Trinity Church Draw Large Attendance
Last evening at Trinity Church several conversions occurred during revival services. Young people were especially moved and many were brought to the Lord. Attendance remained high and interest stayed unabated. Evening prayers invite all engaged and interested to attend at 7 30. Separate notices for Presbyterian and Lutheran services list 7 o clock starts.
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Trinty Church
Presbyterian Church
Court House Affairs and Marriage Notices in Town
Sophia Heintzman seeks a divorce from John G. Heintzman. Peter L. Mishler seeks to end his marriage with Mary E. Mishler. Licenses issued to N. A. Lehman and Anna Garber, Milo E. Bowser and Bell Goldsmith, Edward Law and Myrtle Smith. Twelve writs for executions issued this month in the clerk's office. Jury to be drawn next Monday for the March term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Sophia Heintzman
John G. Heintzman
Peter L. Mishler
Mary E. Mishler
N. A. Lehman
Anna Garber
Milo E. Bowser
Bell Goldsmith
Edward Law
Myrtle Smith
Positions Reversed in Capitol Procession
Four years ago Grover Cleveland rode to the Capitol on the right of Benjamin Harrison with about a quarter million onlookers. This time Harrison will sit on the right of Cleveland and an estimated half million are expected to witness the short ride, a simple change that ends a long story.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Cleveland
Capitol
Benjamin Harrison
Mr. Harrison
Mr. Cleveland
No victuals for tramps in Third street notice
The legend declares no food for wanderers at a Third street residence as Hungry Higgins and his lineal descendants knock on the door urging a walk away from the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Higgins
Third Street
Sued Indiana official for taxes evasion judgment
Hon C J Kern formerly Walkerton now Valparaiso sued for ten thousand dollars by the state of Indiana. The suit claims in April 1891 he had two thousand dollars in bank funds that were not turned into the assessor. The state seeks a ten thousand dollar judgment for tax payment evasion over two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. J. Kern
Walkerton
Valparaiso
State of
Indiana
Death of Judge Samuel S. Frazier in Warsaw
Judge Samuel S. Frazier died at his Warsaw home Monday night at age 69. A prominent Kosciusko County attorney and former legislator, supreme court member, and treaty representative with Great Britain in 1871. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 1 o'clock, with Elkhart County bar invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frazier
Samuel S. Frazier
Warsaw
Otder
Kosciusko County
Supreme Bench
Great Britain
Caroline Defrees
Goshen
Chester
Kosciusko Bar
Elkhart
Costs Money to Assault an Editor
The State v John Donavan resulted in a guilty verdict for assaulting Wisher Ferry city editor of the Wabash Times after a prior write up. Donavan was fined $55 plus $45 costs totaling $100 and jailed when unable to post bond raised to $150. Co-defendant John Ivory received $20 and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Donavan
Wisher Ferry
Wabash Times
Donavan
Costa
Cutter Tipped Over Injuring Sidney Gardner and Wife
Sidney Gardner a noted horse trader and his wife were riding home when their cutter tipped as one horse shyed the other. Mrs Gardner was thrown from the vehicle and unhurt, while Sidney Gardner suffered severe shoulder bruises. The cutter was demolished and the horses fled, one returning to the fence line and the other escaping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Gardner
State Line
Baldwin Street
Mr. Gardner
Mrs. Gardner
Trustee Denies Aid Request For California Brethren
A county trustee in Elkhart receives an aid application for a consumptive resident, Miller, from California. The trustee ordered admission to the county asylum and arranged $3.50 weekly board through Mrs. Brennaman, then faced a dispute after Miller objected to asylum conditions. A California brother's letter prompted Sheriff Crull to review, but the trustee's decision may stand despite ongoing correspondence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
California
County Asylum
Miller
Brennaman
St. Joe Street
Dunlap
Crull
Coal Find Near Noble County Reported by Graham
A millersburg district coal discovery near Carpenter farm in Noble county is reported by A R Graham representing a South Bend hedge company. He and two Ohio operators hold a twenty year lease on 187 acres with land royalties. They sunk six wells proving coal seams 75 to 125 feet deep and 3 to 54 feet thick, plan a shaft early spring and aim to sell after development. The land lies near the Wabash extension.
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Millersburg
A. R. Graham
South Bend Hedge Company
Bucklen
Ohio
Carpenter Farm
Graham
Wabash Extension
Long Distance Telephone Booth Opens at Exchange
A new Long Distance booth is positioned at the telephone exchange and will begin operation once the tariff rate arrives. The antique finished, noise‑blocking booth includes a desk, stool, carpet, and curtains. It enables talking to Chicago New York Boston Philadelphia Detroit Toledo and other points with neighborly ease.
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Chicago
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Detroit
Toledo
Snow Storm Delays East Coast Passenger Trains
A major snow storm delays trains in the east with No. 1 and No. 13 four hours late. No. 15 is abandoned while No. 3 runs two hours behind schedule.
Strike by Chicago and Western Indiana switchtenders halts yard work
In Chicago the switchtenders in the Chicago and Western Indiana yards walk out over wage demands. The walkout affects yard operations as workers protest pay.
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Chicago
Indiana
Limited Express Trains Replaced by Gravel Trains Says Conductor
A Big Four conductor told a Plain Dealer reporter that the Michigan division needs gravel trains more than limited express service, suggesting the line should run more freight due to infrastructure demands. He implied the asphalt pace should not rush passenger service ahead of necessary track work.
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Plain Dealer
Michigan
Dick Neff Receives Medals For Peru Wreck Heroism
Dick Neff, hero of the January 20 Peru wreck, is praised by the Indianapolis News and the state legislature with medals for bravery. Lake Erie and Western presents a $200 watch and chain, and the company will place him in a good position when he can return to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick” Neff
Peru
Indianapolis News
Lake Erie and Western
Neff
I'll Be In It If It's Crinoline Fashion
A spectator muses on Fashion's new design and vows to wear crinoline if it becomes the trend. The remark captures a lighthearted mindset about style during the era.
Barbers Union Plans Campaign Against Non-Union Shops
A Barbers' Union committee met to map a line of campaign against two or three non union shops in the city. It is hinted that one barber has aroused ire and may face pressure, with a close shave implied if actions beyond talk occur.
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Barbers? Union
Barbers’ Union
Kentucky Tobacco Exhibit At World Fair To Showcase Growth And Use
Kentucky plans a world fair exhibit tracing tobacco from seed to leaf with plant varieties in growth stages and shipping handling illustrations until it reaches the chewer or smoker. It promises the greatest tobacco display and highlights methods of manufacture and use.
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Kentucky
Eccentric Butler Traits Attributed By Baltimore Friend
A Baltimore acquaintance of the late General Butler recalls the judge’s odd habits in court and public appearances. He notes biting a cigar stump during trials, puffing while examining witnesses, pacing before juries, wearing boutonnieres, and reacting with dramatic display, saying these began as effect but became habitual with age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Gen
Butler
Gotham Subscribers Enticed by Luxurious Goods Ad
A Gotham paper touts a defined valued circulation among readers of luxury and costly items. Ironically, immediately after declares this, an advertisement for reversible collars and cuffs follows.
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Gotham
Diamond wedding marked by absence of bridegroom
In Hutchinson Kansas last week a diamond anniversary was celebrated despite the bridegroom’s untimely death. The bride, alive and enjoying the moment, led the observance with quiet dignity amid the unusual absence.
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Kansas
Hutchinson
Country Social Knots Needle Threading and Nail Driving Prize
At a country social a prize was offered for the fastest needle threading by a young man and for the quickest nail driven through an inch board by a young woman. The event drew lively participation and light competition among attendees.
Outlaws by Birth and the Dalton Legacy
A Philadelphia Press piece traces the Dalton family roots to a 90 year old highwayman in Philadelphia. He halted a carriage with two young women and an aunt, sparing them when a daughter later wed an influential official and secured a pardon on the condition he leave the state. He then settled in the west, beginning a long line of robbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daltons
Philadelphia
Robin Tlood
Dalton
Lost Dog Named Gordon Seeks Return Reward
Lost or stolen notice describes a black Gordon with white breast spot and front-foot tracing, about 18 months old and heavy hair. Reward offered for return to southeast corner of Franklin and 9th streets.
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Gordon
Southeas
Franklin and
9Th Streets
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