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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1908
Page
3
Prosecutor Joseph E. Talbot faces a lengthy trial in Elkhart Superior Court after a judge granted a venue change from St. Joseph County. The case involves fifteen counts including alleged aiding an escapee from Jackson Michigan and tests the area’s disbarment proceedings amid a broader court-venue controversy.
Sergt. Clarence P. Chaffee appears to have won the Conn trophy for the year after a tight contest with Corporal Henry Anderson. Capt. G C Groll took first in the season’s shooting as officers held back for enlisted competition to encourage rifle practice.
Morning fire at the Adamsville residence on Marion Street defied water supply and collapsed after thirty minutes. Mrs Bergerson and family evacuated as No. 4 company battled flames, saving most goods but destroying the house valued at about 1,000 with loss insured for less than half. Six calls in one afternoon highlighted a busy day for the department.
Crawford Selner of 403 Hickory Street is reported to join the police force after city commissioners approved the appointment. Details are sparse in the fragment but confirm his new role and the official action.
Mrs. Martha A Shumard widow of Sylvester W Shumard died after years of illness. Born August 20 1839 in Fayetteville Ohio she lived forty two years in this city. Survived by daughter Grace and siblings, she was active in church charity. Funeral tomorrow at First Congregational Church with Rev A A Ogilvie officiating and Grace Lawn cemetery burial. A special car will serve mourners.
Charles Minger son of the late Jacob C. Minger died yesterday afternoon at Goshan at age 26. Adam Bickel died yesterday afternoon at 2 30 near Wish Lake at age 73 after living in the community for 30 years.
Mrs Nettie Dilgard wife of John L Dilgard died last evening at 8 o clock at her home 519 Hickory street She was 388 years 8 months and 10 days old She is survived by her husband one son and two daughters Herbert Ruth and Helen Dilgard two half brothers Herman Beidler and Archie Beidler and one half sister Mrs Dora Schutt all of this city Funeral arrangements not yet made but will not be held before Sunday and will be in charge of the Pythian Sisters of which the deceased was a member
Manassas resident Kauffman died at 7 AM after a summer illness described as consumption. Survived by wife and one child, parents Mr and Mrs Tesaias Kauffman, two brothers Andrew and Morton, and others. Death attributed to congestion of the lung with obituary noting residence on Morton Avenue outside city limits.
The second annual Luther League convention will be held at Holy Trinity English Lutheran Church in South Bend next Friday. Afternoon sessions start at 2 with prayers by Rev. J. Smith. Miss Lodema Wener and Guy C. Boulton give addresses, with speakers Bert Vancer, Tracy Wehr, Nels Peterson, and Ethel Biddle. Evening rally features Rev. Frank B. Jensen, with Rev. L. W. Steckel presiding. An interesting convention is anticipated.
Rumors in Elk hart propose retirement of J B Gattshall the current Elkhart County Attorney with the post going to an Elkhart man James H State and Ira H Church are named as possible successors The board of commissioners will appoint at December session marking end of the year campaign to preserve Gattshall’s berth as county counselor.
Attorney EB Ay Bakera traveled to Detroit for the United States District Court opening to appoint a receiver for the Hillsdale Bacon Furniture branch. Attorney B Zigler was named receiver for the branches in his state and is expected to take charge of the Hillsdale store.
Fred Ort and his family at 207 Crawford Street escaped serious harm after a defective stove leaked gas yesterday morning. Mrs Ort and one child suffered illness briefly but recovered. the other family members were not seriously affected.
Fragmentary note states four senators were elected who were endorsed and two defeated. Mentions involvement of league and aid, with a call for assistance to the league. No clear names, dates, or places readable.
John Rensberger waived arraignment on receiving stolen property and pleaded guilty to that charge in a case moved from St Joseph circuit court. Judge Van Fleet fined him 1 dollar and sentenced him to 1 to 8 years in Jeffersonville state reformatory. Accomplice Harry Guilford was tried previously and convicted of receiving stolen goods under $25. One jewel, a $20 gold chain, was recovered. Jury released for the day as no other cases were set, with Mary Smith Kastelli and Clarence Clark awaiting trials Wednesday.
Federal and state authorities close Buffalo yards and order immediate slaughter of cattle to stamp out the cattle plague. Indications suggest the suspension of business at the stock yards may end in ten days to two weeks.
Pete’s five players sparked a narrow win in a tense road game. The contest featured strong defense and clutch scoring from key performers, lifting the visitors to a late lead and securing the victory.
Report describes James Barger nearly drowning beside the Dodge residence as he tried to walk along a water-filled race. On two occasions this year he waded or fell into the water in dim light, narrowly escaping serious harm before being rescued and returning home due to the cold.
Louis J. Meyer, a prominent South Bend attorney, warned that the St Joseph county bar’s demand for a separate superior court is unwarranted and surprising. He noted periods with court backlogs and others with no cases to try, arguing South Bend has enough courts to handle the legal business.
Burglars entered Geo. Sheaf's home at 216 Washington Street on Friday and took about $100 from a dresser drawer. The intruders unlocked the house by breaking a small window beside the front door and fleeing after being alerted by Mrs. Sheaf and her sister who called police. The front door was left ajar as they escaped.
Rumor spread Saturday that Prosecuting Attorney Burris would seek to reopen the Overlease case in the superior court after a nolle prosequi entry on Friday. The motion plans to refile or retry the matter pending court action and public records.
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