Farmer Elijah Starks Dies in Cave-In Near Millersburg
Noah Starks a 70-year-old Benton township farmer was killed instantly at 1 30 PM when a cave-in during road work buried him against his wagon wheel. Reported buried alive at first, he was found dead with back injury. Survived by wife and five to six children, coroner Hisenweiss held an inquest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noah Starks
Benton Township
Millersburg
Lake Shore
Starks
Hall
Stark
Elkhart County
Will Starks
John Keim
Colorado
Hisenweiss
Indiana Millionaires Listed in New York Herald Feature
The New York Herald names 27 Indiana millionaires among 3,828 nationwide holders of 16 billion dollars, part of one fifth of U S wealth. James and J D Oliver, Clement and J M Studebaker of South Bend appear. Indianapolis and other cities hold multiple entries while Elkhart county has none.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Herald
United States
Indiana
James
J. D. Oliver
Clement
J. M. Studebaker
South Bend
Indianapolis
Terre Haute
Evansville
New Albany
Fort Wayne
Elkhart County
John Cook
A Demented Man Wanders After Land Dispute
John Boss, a demented man from Bremen, wandered five miles north and three east of Wakarusa after leaving home to seek his brother in Elkhart. He has suffered mental illness for sixteen years, with a long period of rational behavior, and was found by officers after days of wandering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Boss
Bremen
Wakarusa
John K. Boss
Jefferson Street
Elkhart
Real Estate Transfers Filed On Tuesday
Three mortgages and two releases accompany a series of real estate transfers logged by Recorder Peddycard. Joseph Armey and wife sell land in Locke to Jacob Phend for 1200 dollars, then Phend sells to Ida A. Yoder for 95 dollars. Miles R. Compton and wife transfer land in Elkhart to Jacob W. Ungerlot for 1000 dollars. Henry Brough and wife sell a Goshen lot for 640 dollars to Berthina Jane Ratliff. John N. Penrod and wife transfer a Goshen lot to Joseph H. Lesh for 15000 dollars. Caroline A. Beck and husband sell a Goshen lot to Chas W. Vogt for 200 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Recorder Peddycard
Joseph Armey
Jacob Phend
Locke
Ida A. Yoderland
Miles R. Compton
Jacob W. Ungerlot
Elkhart
Henry Brough
Berthina Jane Ratliff
Goshen
John N. Penrod
Joseph H. Lesh
Caroline A. Beck
Chas, W. Voggt
Feigned self harm by James Babcock in South Bend
James Babcock formerly of Elkheart and Nappanee feigned attempted death by his own action in South Bend Monday. He regained consciousness after a stomach pump, no poison found, and authorities believe he was shamming. His wife recently secured a divorce. he asked she be summoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James 5. Babcock
Elkhart
Nappanee
South Bend
Repeal of Stamp Act Takes Effect July First
The repeal of the stamp tax on various items becomes effective July 1. Items affected include bank checks drafts and orders for payment at sight or on demand, certificates of deposit post office money orders promissory notes mortgages leases export bills manifests for customs and related documents powers of attorney protests and other listed articles with certain exceptions such as wines and legacy taxes for religious purposes.
Tax Reforms Reduce Rates on Conveyances and Excise Items
Charitable educational purposes repeal and tax cuts take effect March 1. July 1 lowers taxes on real estate conveyances, passage tickets, cigars, snuff tobacco, fermented liquors, foreign exchange, and money orders. Since April added levies on grain, securities bucket shops, and stamp tax on contracts and agreements of dealers.
Eagle Captured for Island Park Attraction
Lake Shore workers in Hilk hart captured a young eagle at Dune Park and plan to present it to city park commissioners if a cage is built. The bird is described as a fine specimen and would become an attraction at Eagle Far Island Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far Island Park
Lake Shore
Hilkhart
Dune Park
Park Commissioners
Island Park
Two Indian Veterinarians Seek Licenses in Elkhart and Goshen
Isaac G. Lehman of Elkhart and Lewis Boyer of Goshen presented affidavits yesterday morning proving more than ten years of practice as veterinarians and each asks the circuit court clerk for a license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac G. Lehman
Elkhart
Lewis Boyer
Goshen
Circuit Court
Contesting a Chattel Mortgage in Soudon Mfg Case
Attorneys in the bankruptcy proceeding of Soudon Mfg Co of Elkhart argue over recognizing a 12500 dollar chattel mortgage on the firm’s stock. Creditors declare the lien void due to preference claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soudon Mfg. Co
Elkhart
Will Move to Elkhart
Edward G. Walker and family and Miss Ada Berkey of North Sixth street Goshen plan to move to Elkhart where Mr. Walker is employed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Edward G. Walker
Ada Berkey
North Sixth Street
Goshen
Mr. Walker
Elizabeth Bauer Named in Guardian Appointment Suit
A court petition filed yesterday by Mummert and Jay asks for the appointment of a guardian for Elizabeth Bauer who has been declared of unsound mind. The proceeding was initiated at the courthouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Bauer
Court House
Mummert & Jay
Petition For Adoption In Elkhart Circuit Court
Jacob and Carrie Thomas petition the Elkhart circuit court for permission to adopt an unknown child in this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob
Carrie Thomas
Elkhart
New Goshen Electric Line Seeks County Franchise
A Goshen based company forms to build an electric line from Goshen to Wawasee and petitions Kosciusko County for a right of way. Attorney B F Deahl represents stockholders before the county board. If granted and backed, construction could start this summer against rival J J Burns who shows no intent to build.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Wawasee
B. F. Deahl
Board of County Commissioners
Kosciusko County
J. J. Burns
State Auditor warns against rebating in life insurance
State Auditor Hart vows to exclude foreign mutual life insurers that issue contracts to a single citizen only. He condemns special vice counselor contracts as rebating and a threat to mutuality and market stability, urging drastic anti prebate laws to ensure equal terms for all policy holders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hart
Indiana
Paul
Peter
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Praised by Arlington Reader
A Texas customer from Arlington reports rapid relief from breakfast indigestion after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. The letter claims meals are digested with relish and no remaining stomach upset, endorsing the product as unmatched.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitts
Arlington
Texas
House Worth
Bros
State Health Officer Commends Work Here
Dr J N Hurty secretary of the state board of health commends Dr Hoppingarner for vaccination work amid a three year smallpox spread in Indiana. He urges continued vaccination and notes outbreaks, severe cases, and occasional deaths while quarantine cannot prevent spread. A letter from Elkhart cites vaccination of workers and removal of nonvaccinated individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Ind
G. W. Stevens
State Street
Stevens
United States
Indiana
J. N. Hurty
Supreme Court set for Melvin Demarest case appeal
The case of Melvin A. Demarest treasurer versus Wm. H. Haldeman et al appealed from Elkhart County is set for oral argument in the supreme court on Friday June 21 at 10 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melvin A. Demarest
Wm. H. Haldeman
Elkhart County
Supreme Court
Dentists Death in Elkhart Ends Long Career
Dr. William M. George aged 57 died at 110 West Franklin from internal hemorrhage after a May 25 fall. He practiced dentistry in Elkhart nearly 25 years, first married to Helen McClure, survived by wife Louise J. and children Steward Hamilton and four others from first marriage. Funeral Sunday at 3 from Presbyterian church. interment Grace Lawn. He served in Civil War on U S S Eutaw and later joined Shiloh Field Post G A R.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William M. George
West
Franklin Street
Louise J. George
Steward Hamilton
Carl Beardsley
Lester George
Mabel
Willie
Helen McClure
Presbyterian Church
Grace Lawn
W. M. George
Elkhart
Indiana
Indiana County
Penn
Samuel
Emily
Davis) George
U. S. Marine Corps
U. S. S. Eutaw
James River
Pensacola
Fla
Hutan
Hampton Roads
Mobile Bay
Armstrong
South Main Street
West Franklin Street
Shiloh
The
Absent minded William McGill drives horse through South Bend
William McGill of near Adamsville Michigan, famed as the sheep king for his large flocks, startled residents when he drove to South Bend early Wednesday. He tied a horse he was leading on North Main Street around 6 30 in the morning, drawing the attention of locals and a Humane Officer chiding him for the misstep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William McGill
Adamsville
Mich
South Bend
North Main Street
McGill Forgets Horse Feed Bill at Barnyard
McGill reported to the police station at 3 30 and six hours later for his horse. He claimed he had driven home forgetting about it until entering the barnyard. He is said to be worth about half a million but could only pay nearly all but two cents of the feed bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McGill
Executors and guardians file varied estate and ward reports
A list of probate notices shows Lewis Berkey report on David Garver trust funds for Mary Shue, final and current ward reports for Ferdinand Thornton heirs, and several guardian accounts. It notes balances, final reports approved, estates under $500, disbursements to widows, hearings set for June 20, and guardianship actions including bonds and sales of real estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Berkey
David Garver
Mary B. Shue
Edward P. Willard
Ferdinand Thornton
Ernest L. Thornton
Frederick Thornton
John W. Harper
Sadie Grubb
Jesse
Grubb
Jacob W. Christopher
Levi Schrock
William Werntz
Melvin J. Benham
M. C. Benham
Adaline Swinehart
David A. Swinehart
John F. Stillwell
John C. Juday
Frederick Beard
Henry Himebaugh
Christena
Himebaugh
John W. McKibben
John H. von Steen
Curren
Henry Zeitler
George Collmer
Anna Zeitler
Daniel Hunsperger
Elizabeth Metzler
James D. Keely
George W. Keely
Henry Bechtel
Mary M. Bechtel
Bond
Samuel Raber
Adam Yoder
Ward
Anna Rudy
Henry A. Rudy
A. C. Mehl
Sarah Jane Cathcart
W. A Cornell
John McAuley
Josiah Miller
Samuel S. Wise
Nettie M. Harter
W. P. Harter
Hugh B. Harter
Guardian
H. B. Culp
Frederick Culp
Chas. S. Henderson
David Snyder
Real estate transfers and mortgage filings listed
On Wednesday five mortgages and four releases were recorded along with transfers: Harry P Latta and wife to Fanny Jacobs a Goshen lot for 700 dollars. Eli Hinderer and wife to Jesse and wife a Nappanee lot for 555 dollars. John H Pontius and wife to Carrie M Barger a Elkhart lot for 700 dollars. Abraham Baurer and wife to John Co Rummell a Elkhart lot for 75 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peddycard
Harry P. Latta
Fanny Jacobs
Goshen
Eli Hinderer
Jessene
Nappanee
John H. Pontius
Carrie M. Barger
Elkhart
Abraham Baurer
John Co. Rummell
Marriage Licenses Issued in Goshen and Elkhart
Marriage licenses were issued to William D. Champion 26 and Gertrude B. Kohler 25 both of Goshen Howard J. Harmon 21 and Lulu Cornell 22 both of Goshen Harvey J. Bostwick 30 of Elkhart and Lena Cornell 26 of Goshen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William D. Champion
Gertrude B. Kohler
Howard J. Harmon
Lulu Cornell
Goshen
Harvey J. Bostwick
Elkhart
Lena’ . Cornell
Appellate CourtAffirms Sneeley Vail Case Sent Down
The appellate court affirms the lower court ruling in the James Sneeley et al versus Jeremiah Vail et al case. The matter originated in Elkhart County and now proceeds with the same decision upheld.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
James Sneeley
Jeremiah Vail
Elkhart County
Currier Cases Against Maloney & Collins and Railway Company Continued
Proceedings in two Currier cases against Maloney & Collins and against the Indiana Railway Co. were continued for the term yesterday. The plaintiff is serving a term in Michigan City for stealing water pipes from Maloney & Collins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Currier
Maloney & Collins
Indiana Railway Co
Michigan City
Wild Strawberry Extract Fights Infantill Death Threats
Three spectres threaten baby life cholera infantum dysentery and diarrhoea. Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry promises to conquer these dangers with reliable relief for infants and children suffering from intestinal ailments.
Terre Haute Ministers Protest Immoral Street Fair
The Terre Haute Ministerial Association prepares a formal protest to be sent to the police commissioners and Governor Durbin. Twenty five Protestant ministers and three Catholic priests sign the document opposing immoral scenes at the upcoming street fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Durbin
Salisbury businessman Edward Huss on lumbago relief
Edward Huss of Salisbury Missouri writes that he suffered lumbago and offers his experience for the benefit of others. He describes his condition and implies relief or treatment but provides no medical specifics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Huss
Salisbury, ‘Mo
Judge W H Jones Rules for Fenimore in Iron and Steel Case
Judge W H Jones of Elwood decides for Joseph Fenimore of Alexandria against Republic Iron and Steel Co. The court holds the firm has no right to withhold wages to cover alleged house rent debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Jones
Elwood
Republic Iron and Steel Company
Joseph Fenimore
Alexandria
Fell Under Engine At South Bend Crossing Fatal Freight Accident
Asa M. Blass a Lake Shore freight brakeman was crushed by an engine at the Three I crossing in South Bend while mounting the rear of the train. His left foot was amputated eight inches above the ankle at Epworth hospital. He will remain hospitalized about three weeks with his family by his side. Blass had recently been assigned to freight duty and was to go on passenger runs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asa M. Blass
Lake Shore
South Bend
Conductor Beach
Mr. Blass
Blass
Marquette Club
Elkhart
Firemen’s Tournament Planned in Goshen August
Citizens in Goshen form plans for a big firemen's tournament in late August to attract visitors and boost local commerce during Independence Day without a Fourth of July celebration. A successful past event is cited and a guarantee fund will be raised via hotels saloons merchants and transport firms to ensure the tournament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Indiana
Middle West
Potatoes Soar as Schul er Family Enters Market
Potatoes rise as James S Schul er of Schuler Klinger firm controls 3 000 to 4 000 bushels with an option on every sprout within 25 miles. They offer 85 cents a bushel while Chicago market sits at 90 cents in carload lots, limiting bear action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierpont Morgan
James S. Schuler
Commission Merchants, Schuler & Klinger
South Bend
Chicago
Real estate filings show transfers and liens in Elkhart area
Recorder Peddycard logged six mortgages four releases one mechanic s lien and transfers naming Robinson Long s estate to George Culpland in Locke for 4400 John W Fieldhouse to John G Klink for a lot in Elkhart at 1 and Fieldhouse to Frederick Hartley and wife for another Elkhart lot at 500 reflecting local property transactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peddycard
Robinson Long
George Culpland
Locke
John W. Fieldhouse
John G. Klink
Elkhart
Frederick Hartley
Helfrick divorce grants custody to Gustave over child
Gustave E Helfrick was granted divorce from Mary Isabelle Helfrick and given custody of one child. The court noted the mother was better suited for care and a petition for adoption was filed in court yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gustave E. Helfrick
Mary Isabelle Helfrick
Positon
Noyes Carriage Co. suit appealed for $288.96 judgment
Case appealed by Dodge and Waltz for O. B. Robbins against the Noyes Carriage Co. involving a demanded judgment of $288.96. The appeal references a case on account and seeks resolution of the amount claimed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodge & Waltz
O. B. Robbins
Noyes Carriage Co
Elkhart Man Files Bankruptcy Amid Liquidation
Samuel Manning of Elkhart filed a bankruptcy petition on a Wednesday listing liabilities of 362.25 dollars and assets of 145 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Samuel Manning
School for Gospel Singers Aims in New York
Ira D Sankey, longtime partner of Dwight L Moody, plans a New York school for Gospel singers to mirror Northfield’s evangelistic training. He spoke from London after a three week lecturing tour in England and Ireland and said the school would open early next year. He outlined a regular course built on his extensive experience and Moody’s popular musical approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira D Sankey
Dwight L. Moody
New York
Northfield
Sankey
United States
London
England
Ireland
Moody
DeWitt’s Little Risers Promise Health Benefits
Advertisement jingle for DeWitt’s Little Risers laxative touting danger from neglect of bowels. Claims the product regulates bowels with easy intake and no griping. Houseworth Bros. promotes health benefits and years added to life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt’s
Houseworth Bros
Martinsville Man Keeps Wooly Horse as Oddity
William D. Thomas of Martinsville reports a horse that sheds wool instead of hair. The moult reveals wool in large patches, and Thomas values the curiosity at 150 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William D. Thomas
Martinsville
Mr. Thomas
Banner Salve Praised For Healing Scalds
Ira D. Reckard of Duncombe Iowa reports his boy scalded from knee to ankle healed in three weeks after using Banner Salve. He urges families to keep Banner Salve on hand as a sure remedy for scalds or any sores. The note appears from Rushton s drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira D. Reckard
Duncombe, Ir
Rushton
Young Rail Escapes After Attack on Arresting Marshal
Young Rail, arrested in Greencastle for attempting to wreck a Vandalia train, escaped while being moved from jail to the courthouse for preliminary trial. He severely kicked Marshal Starr during the escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Rail
Greencastle
Marshal Starr
Genesee Pure Food Co Grain-O praised by a family
A letter from Fannie Williams of Buchanan Michigan dated May 22 reports Grain-O as a coffee substitute. The ten year old writer notes her family found coffee harmful and that Grain-O is better for her and the children, using a package weekly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buchanan, Mich
Genesee Pure Food Co
LeRoy
N. Y
Ug Mamme
Fannie Williams
Woman is Injured Chasing Chicken Near Morris Town
Mrs William Nigh while chasing a chicken near Morris town yesterday ran a rusty spike into her eye. She stooped to catch the fowl and may lose the eye. The incident underscores dangers from improvised tools during rural chores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Nigh
Morristown
Botanic Blood Balm Promises Cure For Blood Poisons
Advertises Botanic Blood Balm as a universal cure for blood poisons and cancer, claiming it cleanses the blood, heals ulcers, and restores health. Notes 30 years of testing, $1 per bottle, free trial by mail, with testimonials and medical advice offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blood Balm Co
Atlanta
C. D. Rushton
Angolan Oil Venture Forms Against Standard Trust
Angolans organize an independent oil company to operate counter to the Standard. A storage tank will be built and oil purchased from firms not tied to the trust, signaling a challenge to the dominant consortium.
Mrs Maggie Hooper Praises Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin
Mrs Maggie Hooper of Jeffersonville Indiana writes that years of stomach trouble and dyspepsia vanished after using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. She asks publication so others may learn of the cure and notes sales at Rushton's and Thomas' drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie .Hooper
Jeffersonville
Ind
Pepsin Syrup Co
Monticello
Dr. Caldwell
Maggie. Hooper
Rushton’s Drug Store
Thomas’ Drug Store
Warren McNeely Shoots Self Over Postponed Date
Warren McNeely of Blocher shot himself in the head on Friday following a dispute over a postponed engagement. The incident centers on a rejected edging plan reportedly tied to his sweetheart and the scheduled event in July.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren McNeely
Blocher
Uly
Evansville High School Class Graduates Friday Night
Evansville high school marked the class of three with a Friday night graduation ceremony. Students received diplomas amid cheers from families and staff. The event highlighted student achievements and future plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
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Noah Stark
Elkhart Capital
DR. George
Probate Matters
Asa Blass
School For Gospel Singers
Ira D. Sankey
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