Lake Shore Freight Robbery Trial in Goshen
Wilson James Sailor and Charles Lampbell, former Lake Shore freight house workers, stand trial in Goshen charged with robbing Lakeshore freight cars. About $1,000 in stolen goods including whisky and clothes were found in their possession. several months past arrest. Jury includes Hiramme Kibpen and Solomon Huck among others. trial may extend to tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Sailor
Charles Lampbell
Lake Shore
Goshen
Lakeshure
Heikhart
Soi Nelther
Sailoc
Fred Ssiwr
Che P.gvuer
Sims
James S. Drake
Perrys L. Tarnuer
James 8
Dudge
Hiramme«Kibpen
Solomon Huck
John Heacock
Casriel J. Sweezy
Joseph Shreiner
Francs HK. Berlin
Vautel S. Schrock
Samuel Osborn
A. &. Wilden
Koser
Elmer Evans
David Cox
Death of Mrs Mary Erwin widow of J O Erwin
Remains of Mrs. Mary Erwin widow of J O Erwin former Elkhart resident died in Richmond Indiana last Tuesday morning. Arrival in the city this afternoon at 5 07 over the Big Four, then to the home of Ovid Hill on High street for the funeral tomorrow at 9 30. Rev H B Townsend to officiate. She will be laid beside her husband who died in 1893. Sympathy extends to daughters and son George the sole remaining family member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skirs
Mary Erwin
J. O. Erwin
Elkhart
Richmond
Ind
Alock
Ovid Hill
High Street
H. B Townsend
Ficiate
Erwin
George
Waterford teacher injured by corn cob mishap in Goshen barn
John Farrell, a Waterford school teacher, slipped on a corn cob in the barn behind his father's Goshen home. He fell but saved himself, yet his right ankle ligaments were severely strained and he must stay home for about three weeks after swelling developed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Farrell
Waterford
Goshen
Farrall
Death of John J. Keyser at Longstiff Hospital
John J. Keyser aged 69 years and 3 months, a former resident, died last Saturday at Longstiff Hospital. Buried at Goshen Wednesday after fifteen months at Longcliff. Survived by widow Julia and children Andrew Perry Daniel Mrs Ira Landaw Mrs Jacob Bash and Mrs George Nieswander and Mrs Benj Bash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Keyser
John J. Keysar
George Nieswander
Benj J. Bash
Longstiff Hospital
Goshen
Longcliff
Andrew
Perry
Daniel Keyser
Ira Landaw
Jacob Bash
Coldwater
Julia Keyser
Bash
Wolf
Keyser
Monument moves big monument to Grace Lawn cemetery
Butterfield and Brown transfer men moved a fourteen and a half ton monument in three pieces from the Big Four depot to Grace Lawn cemetery. The two head markers weighed 1200 pounds each. The route via Goshen avenue avoided passing heavy load over Middlebury street bridge.
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Butterfield and
Brown
Big Four
Grace Lawn Cemetery
W. J. Roberts
Goshen Avenue
Middlebury Street
Fletcher Named Candidate for Democratic Chairmanship
If Peter J. Kruger does not seek reelection James Fletcher of Knox would become the candidate for the chairmanship before the convention in Plymouth next week. Fletcher leads the Starke County central committee and is regarded as a reliable Democrat and ardent worker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter J. Kruger
Democratic Congressional Committee
James ©. Fletcher
Knox
Plymouth
Fletcher
Starke County
Paralytic Stroke Grants No Hope for 77 Year Old
Mrs. Amos Markey of Hast Elkhart is very low after a recent paralytic stroke. She is 77 years old and doctors state there is no expectation of recovery.
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Amos Markey
Hast Elkhart
Burglars Blow Safe at Wolf Lake Lucky Brothers Drug Store
Thieves blew the safe at the Lucky Brothers drug store in Wolf Lake Noble county last night securing 610 dollars. Tracks in the snow show no crew. hounds owned by Charles Jackson of St Ligonier were set on the trail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucky Brothers
Wolf Lake
Noble County
Charles Jackson
St Ligonier
Dr. Moore
Merriam
Wol Lake
Robbery at Wakarusa Reveals Quiet Theft
A Wakarusa robbery disrupted the Wabash station as the agent left the ticket office to seal a car for about fifteen minutes. On return the money drawer was broken and cash stolen. Constable Sewart suspects tramps, while railway staff blame a local man familiar with the yard. The loss falls on the station agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wakarusa
Wabash Road
Charleas Sewart
Soldier Boy Tea O Connell Promoted in Philippines
An Likhart Soldier Boy news reports Tea OConnell, formerly of the 1st 7th Liagt, now a soldier in the Philippines, promoted to chief scout of the 28th U.S. He leads a hundred scouts, per Private Joe Parmeter who writes from the front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ld Jiagt
Tea” O'Connell
Philippines
U. S
Joe Parmeter
Parmeter
O’connell
Oil Pan Fire Leaves Mrs Vanderlip Bedbound
Burns to Mrs W B Vanderlip from a pan of ignited oil are more serious than first thought. One eye is closed by inflammation and she may not attend the Russell trial next Thursday, with a possible postponement of the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Vanderlip
Suit for Support in Shrook Case Against Husband
Jennie A Shrook by her attorneys Zook and Charnoley filed an option for support against husband Joseph H. Shrook. Married in 1881, separated in 1899. Three children ages 10 9 and 5. Complaint states defendant owns real estate in Elkhart township, court asked to order its gate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie A Shrook
Zook & Charnoley
Joseph H. Shrook
Elkhart
Smetzer Case Dismissed After Divorce Settlement
The state drops the case against Ridward J. Smetzer for threatening his wife and family. parties are now divorced with no further trouble expected. George R. Harper defended the defendant. Andrew Mumaw survived a collision with a South Main street streetcar while riding a cutter. the rig was demolished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Mumaw
South Main Street
Middlebury Fights Saloon License Hearing
Seventy witnesses from Middlebury and nearby areas are summoned to testify in the commissioners court today over the August saloon license. Residents oppose the saloon and will contest the license grant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlebury
Commissioners Court
Bayings
Real Estate Transfers and Fire Destroys Farm House
Real estate transfers include Charles T Strong to Charles A Strong and wife for a lot in Elkhart at 2200 dollars Ida Caminsky to Martha Yoder for 6048 in Elkhart for 1 dollar Elkhart Improvement Co to Emil V Anderson for a lot in Elkhart 300 dollars Elkhart Improvement Co to Swan G Anderson and wife for a lot in Elkhart 300 dollars A farm house one mile east of Adamsville on the Chicago road owned by Davis Meacham burned Wednesday night causing anticipated fees of 1500 dollars and an 800 dollar insurance payout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles T Strong
Charles
Strong
Elkhart
Ida Caminsky
Martha Yoder
Emil V Anderson
Swan G Anderson
Palm
Davis Meacham
Adamsville
Chicago Road
Grain-O Health Drink Promises Nourishment and Digestive Aid
Grain-O is described as a pure grain health drink aiding digestion and nerves, not a stimulant. Marketed as suitable for children and adults, it is sold by grocers at about 14 times the price of coffee, with packs priced 150 and 250.
A Stormy Career of Fred Warner in Police Court
Fred Warner, a longtime figure in police court circles, faces arrest again for drunkenness and related misbehavior. Once a farm hand to Amelia and Annie Menges, his attempts at marriage ended in repeated assaults and jail terms. He later married Amelia after a pension funded his fine and a new buggy. trouble followed, including a drunken episode at a boarding house, a missing gold watch, and an unresolved $10 fine keeping him jailed. He claims a witness may identify the thief who took his watch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Warner
Warner
Bristol
Amelia
Annie Menges
Stone Yard
Seige
Menges
J’red
Chloe Biggs
Pratt Street
Fire at O J Castetter Home Causes Heavy Damage
A blaze at 112 North Fifth Street last night started when O J Castetter lit a match to set an alarm. Portieres and carpet were damaged, several rugs burned, and Castetter sustained burns but resumed work today. The fire caused over 50 dollars in damage and was extinguished before spreading further.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. J. Castetter
North Fifth Street
Casstetter
Aind
Cantetter
Sailor Sailor Sampsell Convicted in Goshen Embonment Case
Newspaper excerpt reports Sailor Sampsell found guilty of emboz wement after a trial at Goshen. Witness issues and defense motions affected earlier proceedings. Jury rendered verdict at 5 o clock with an indeterminate sentence range of two to fourteen years.
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Sailor Sampsell
Goshen
Hikhurt
Dem
Ogtal
Messrs. Turner and Dodge
Witton
Charles Sampsell
James Sailor
Sampsell
Jandys Wilson
Sailor
Turner
Mrs. Ira Merritt Dies After Husband's Death
Mrs. Alice Merritt widow of Ira E. Merritt dies at 1 oclock in the morning at age 47 in Hirnhart. Survived by five children Ethel Edith Julia Clara and Hazel aged 8 to 21. Born September 17 1852 in Snyder County Pa she moved from Bristol to Hirnhart with husband who owned St Joe Ice company. He died after a fall delivering ice last fall. She had been adjudged insane last Tuesday and a guardian for the children will be appointed. Funeral plans await O L Mathias arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Merritt
Ira KE. Merritt
S.uth Asia Street
Owlock
Ethel
Edith
Julia
Clara
Hazel
Mire
Merritt
Snyder County
Jeremish Mathias
Bristol
Ira E. Merritt
Hirnhart
Lake Shore
St. Joe
J. G. Mathias
Clity
J. A. Mathias
Briato
O. L. Mathias
Pallallap
Washington
Funeral of Mrs. Mary Erwin in City Today
The remains of Mrs. Mary Erwin arrived from Richmond Indiana at 5 07 PM and were taken to Stephen's undertakers. The funeral was held in Richmond and the body was moved to the cemetery at 9 30 AM this morning. Rev H B Townsend conducted the services. Relatives including Mr and Mrs Fred Bailey Henrietta Erwin and George Erwin of Chicago accompanied the body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Erwin
Richmond
Ind
Stephen’s
Ovid Hill
High Street
H. B. Townsend
Fred Bailey
Henrietta Erwin
George Erwin
Chicago
Death of Former Elkhartan Meat Market Proprietor
Frank Carr formerly of Hikhart and proprietor of a meat market died Saturday night in Jackson Michigan from injuries suffered last September when an elevator fell at his workplace.
New Railroad Franchise Bid For Elkhart Route
The Mishawaka News reports the Three I railroad company has petitioned the common council for a franchise to build a line through Elkhart, connecting with an existing line and paralleling the BE and W track north of the St. Joe River.
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Elkhart
Beardsley Grove Tragedy Strikes Cassopolis Reader
Henry C. Smith of 800 Cassopolis Street was fatally endangered when a felled tree lodged, pinning him to the ground as an adjacent tree fell. An Allendale & Western freight crew helped, lifting the tree and transport to his home. Though showing no external injuries, doctors fear internal damage. Smith, over 80, sought wood for a coal stove against family wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry C. Smith
Cassopolis Street
Jared
Tsek
Smith
Saloon license denied in Nappanee for two years
Nappanee residents won a remonstrance against George McLaughlin, barring his saloon license for two years from December 1, 1899, after the county commissioners upheld the remonstrance. Middlebury remains without a saloon for over a year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nappanee
Cunty
George McLaughlin
Mr. McLaughlin
McLaughlin
Middlebury
Warner Still in Jail After Stolen Watch Disclosed
Fred Warner remains jailed as authorities disclose the stolen watch was borrowed from his sister‑in‑law Annie Menges who appeared at the station at noon declaring vengeance. Warner agreed to let his wife take the team home but the buggy he ordered left her in town. He hopes to raise a ten dollar fine with the buggy as security amid ongoing unrest surrounding the incident.
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Warner
Fred Warner
Annie Menges
Suit Over Granite Monument Set For 2 PM in Judge Blake Court
Civil suit of significance to be tried this afternoon at 2 o clock before Judge Blake. Nathan A. Tibbittson sues Charles Howe for payment on a 8500 granite monument sold over a year ago. Attorneys Frank ard Conley for Tibbitts and James H. State for Howe. Defendant claims contract specifications were not carried out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blake
Nathan A. Tibbittson
Charles Howe
Frank Ard Conley
Tibbitts
James H. State
Howe
Unique Point Raised in Saloon License Fight
In August a blind petitioner fights for a saloon license at Middlebury, this county. His attorney raises a unique point after a remonstrance with more than the required signatures is filed, arguing many signers are Amish and creed forbids voting, so the remonstrance lacks a voter majority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlebury
Insane Female Prisoners Held in Goshen Jail
Minnie Erickson the Swedish immigrant who recently went insane has been taken to Goshen and jailed awaiting admission to Longcliffe asylum. Also confined is Mrs. Warner of Goshen. Both women are described as violent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie Erickson
Goshen
Longcliffe Asylum
Mrs. Warner
Connection With Bristol Effected
The independent telephone lines have been extended to Bristol and subscribers the Home Telephone company in this city are given free connection with that town via Middlebury and Goshen. The line was used for the first time yesterday when F. H. Adams of Bristol called at the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol
Home Telephone
Middlebury
Goshen
F. H. Adams
Ap Truth of Floe
Paving Contract Questioned as Second Street Paving Ready
The city weighs accepting the Second Street asphalt job now and deferring Pigeon Street. Central Ber Asphalt asks immediate payment for Second Street with a 310,584.74 bond in force for ten years. City council faces potential court action if a formal acceptance is delayed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Trust and
Sate Deposits Company
Philadelphia
Ciizens
Seenor &Iphis Citzans
Totel
Second Street
Week in Congress Focused on Speechmaking and Urgent Deficiency Bill
Washington delays as Senate schedules speechmaking on the Philippine War and race questions while finances dominate. The House plans an urgent deficiency appropriation bill near $50 million for army and navy, likely spurring a stormy debate on the Philippines war conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Nator Pettigrew
Morgan
South
Aldrich
Beveridge
Hobart
House
Army
Philippines
Gage
Roberts
House i
Republicans Plan Armed Rally to Block Democrats in Frankfort
In Lexington Kentucky the Republicans threaten to mobilize 1000 armed men under ex Gov Bradley as legal adviser. They would appear as witnesses but intend to prevent seating of Democrats, with state guards ready to move at short notice and martial law possible to push contests to federal courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
State Election Commission
Bradley
Frankfort
One Minute Cough Cure Praised by Readers
A testimonial from H. N. Whiliams of Gentryville Indiana extols One Minute Cough Cure as a universal remedy for coughs colds and throat and lung troubles. The letter claims immediate results and notes the product is harmless and effective against hoarseness croup pneumonia bronchitis and even early prevention of consumption. Houseworth Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. N. Whiliams
Gentryville
Ind
Houseworth Bros
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Sailor Ann Sampsell
THE
Frederick Warner
Clyde J. Castetter
Ira Merritt
QLD
Council
Congress
Kentucky
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