Goshen Tragedy Confirms Jealousy Motive In Jail Shooting
Frank Howland killed Charles D. Carroll at the Howland home in Goshen after suspecting Carroll of an affair with Howland's wife Bessie Stevenson. Howland, a G and M brakeman, claimed he fired to prevent a burglary. Carroll, a 25 year old Elkhart fireman, died from wounds amid conflicting testimonies.
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Goshen Shooting Case Tests Moral Law and Alibi
The Goshen shooting of Carroll by Howland escalates as defense hinges on wife’s testimony and alleged jealousy. Carroll’s condition worsened, with physicians at Ash Hospital saying recovery unlikely as investigators probe motive and possible collateral witnesses.
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Indiana Senate Fends Off Mayor Lobby In Police Power Bill
In Indianapolis March reports say McCullough bill to abolish city controllers and transfer police power to governors is being withheld from Governor Hanly. House passed measures on railroad safety and tax exemptions for charitable institutions. Beardsley’s bill may die. Governor Hanly signs a teacher pay raise boosting minimum salaries about 20 percent. Mayors Association led a strong push to oppose the measure.
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Assembly promises new station sheds and patron transport
The upcoming assembly pledges a new station with sheds and Bette car service to escort patrons to the chautauqua gates. Adequate facilities and transport are promised to improve attendance and access at the event.
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Frog Named Jimmie Appears in Kitchen Faucet Tale
A baby frog, named Jimmie, tunnelled through a kitchen area near Frank Jin Street and was captured by a cook and placed in a bottle for exhibition. Neighbors of Attorney James H State declined to publish their names. The incident prompted tribute to local workers and a moral about clean water.
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Death by own action shocks Kendallville and Elkhart
Former cashier A J Chappell of Kendallville killed himself with carbolic acid after admitting a cash deficit to auditors. Shortage estimated under 1000 dollars with initial figures at least 700. He had attempted to secure a loan, then drank, and died minutes later at his Kendallville home. Funeral planned. He left behind sorrowing family.
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Bank Advice to Keep Money Safe for Needs
Fragmentary note urges saving money in a bank for future needs. Mentions St Joseph Valley Bank and phrases about not spending all on luxuries. Text appears as a colloquial guidance snippet.
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Giant Wilton Carpet Completed at Royal Factory
A massive hand woven Axminster carpet from Wilton England has been finished at the Royal carpet factory. The single piece measures about 62 feet long and 358 feet wide with a loom over 40 feet long built to produce it. Thirteen workers labored for more than four months to complete the piece.
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Wren Wins King of Birds in Breton Legend Verses
A Breton tradition recounts the wren bringing fire from Heaven and losing part of its plumage. A legend says the tiny bird competed with the eagle for the title of king of birds and, perched on the eagle’s back, soared higher and won.
Judge Worthy of the Bench: a Fragmentary Court Exchange
A damaged OCR snippet shows a court scene with a judge and a lawyer. The text mentions Worthy of the Bench and a jurist asking questions while a spouse is referenced in a terse, unclear exchange.
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Indiana Senate Holds Tuberculosis Hospital Bill and Other Measures
Indianapolis March 4 Special. The senate passed a bill to provide a tuberculosis hospital in Indiana with the location set by a commission. Governor to sign. A constitutional majority issue delayed Beardsley bill. 25-18. Education and railroad bills debated. Baker opposed, calling for a bad law. Abstract companies may incorporate. other bills on licenses, superior court, and anti trust discussed. Primary election bill failed 48-47 for lack of constitutional majority.
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Remarkable Austrian Church Gift In Eichwald
A small Austrian town Eichwald bears a remarkable church first built in Venice by an Italian architect at Prince Carlos Clary-Aldringen’s expense. It was transported to Eichwald, rebuilt there, and eventually gifted to the inhabitants by the prince.
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Native Customs Cited In Early Sandwich Islands Note
A fragment notes that residents estimated women by weight and that Chinese visitors required certain practices such as forming a fest and tattooing black teeth. The passage reflects antiquated views on beauty and cultural practices.
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