Republican speaking dates set amid party turmoil
The county chairman ignores Wal ter Brown’s order calling Col. James S. Bedge and Senator E A Dausman for speeches this year. Col Dodge will speak in Wakarusa Nappanee and Bristol while Senator Dausman appears at Bristol Jefferson township Vistula and Middlebury. Perry L Turner is slated for a solo speech at Middlebury, signaling internal rifts in the boss’s management and a push to salvage the party amid poor results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Brown
Col. Jamess. Bedge
E. A. Dausman
David Neidig
Gosken
Col. Dodge
Wakarusa
Nappanee
Bristol
Senator Dausman
Jeferson Township
Vistula
Middlebury
Perry L. Turner
Turner
Neidig
Brown
Public Meeting Reports Shaw on Walter Brown Voter Forecast
J J Kelly relayed Shaw’s claim that Walter Brown would carry the Republican ticket by about two hundred votes this fall. A Truth man questioned the figure and Kelly later suggested four hundred would be closer to the real tally.
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Dude’ Shaw
Walter Brown
J. J. Kelly
Kelly
Controversy over GOP Leadership Split in Local Race
A prominent Republican justice of the peace denounces Walter Brown for backing a strong campaigner and calls for his ouster, expressing that he is unfit to be chairman. Dozens of Republicans tell Truth representatives they share such sentiments daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Brown
Neidig
Court Notes and Estates Filed in Local Court
Court notes report final estates dis charged with sums passing through hands and attorneys fees in partition cases. Guardianship, minor heirs reach majority, and a divorce verdict of four thousand five hundred dollars is recorded. multiple administrators discharged after final reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Gorsuch
David Evans
Lillie Reed
Lucinda Jackson
J. D. Osborne
P. L. Turner
John Clark
A. C
Henry Neff
Jacob B. Peffly
W. Hess
Joseph Smith
Anna E. Hope Et al
Perry C. Purl
Jacob D. Rohrer
Susanna Kime
Rudolph Tsenblette
James A. Juday
Elisha .A. Baker
Lenny G. Idle
Arthur BE
J. B. ‘Gaitshall
Wm. Robinson
Judge Sets Rule on Out of Court Settlement Costs
In a breach of promise suit Elizabeth Dice v Nicholas Detling, the judge declared a new rule: costs in settlements effected out of court may be paid by either party if solvent, else by the solvent party. The decision centers on whether both parties are solvent and the merits of the case. Detling, the solvent party, paid the costs per the out of court settlement.
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Elizabeth Dice
Nicholas Detling
Detling
Pottawatomie Prophet Predicts Harsh Winter Weather
Indian weather seer Mackey Shawgoguet of the Pottawatomie settlement in Michigan warns of a wild and difficult winter for poor people. He foresees warmth now but a winter that will be lean and hard, with animals fleeing the cold and signs seen in nature.
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Pottawatomies
Weather Bureau
Mackey Shawgoguet
Pottawatomie
Michigan
le Ws
Real Estate Transfers Involving Hatch Grady Crary
Oliver W Hatch transfers property in Washington township to Lewis C Bishop for 7000 dollars. Levi G Grady conveys Park addition Goshen property to May W Trainer for 2000 dollars. Sarah J Crary transfers Goshen property to Hattie J Wise for 3000 dollars. Orean W Christie transfers Benton township property to John De an.
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Oliver W. Hatch
Lewis C. Bishop
Washington Township
Levi G. Grady
May W. Trainer
Park Addition
Goshen
Sarah J. Crary
Hattie J. Wise
Orean W. Christie
John Dean
Benton Township
Two Flows of Oil Reported at Wakarusa
Oil discoveries confirmed at the St. Joseph Valley Gas Oil Mining Co well in Wakarusa where the hole reached 1250 feet. A second oil flow was struck after initial reports and Elkhart investors traveled to view the development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph
Elkhart
Wakarusa
Expect to Start Factory Soon at Elkhart Brass Co
Officials of the Elkhart Brass Co expect their new factory to operate within the current month though a firm start date isn’t set. A machinery consignment arrived Tuesday and more is due soon. Manager Hansen works on installing foundry apparatus and arranging the plant while coke supply shortages block early production. Orders from several fire departments for nozzles and fittings have been received but no material has yet been produced for the trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart Brass Co
Hansen
Elkhart County Ruling Affirms Foreclosure Case
The Indiana Rail Way Co. v. John E. Wadsworth et al. appealed from Elkhart Circuit Court. appellate court affirms lower court ruling in favor of Wadsworth on a mechanic's lien for fence materials along the Goshen Elkhart right of way. The decision bars a new trial on weight of conflicting evidence and rejects the railroad’s claim to a set-off for extra work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart County
Indiana Railway Co
John E. Wadsworth
Elkhart
Wadsworth
Willis Nusbaum
Indiana Railway Company
Goshen
Mrs Smith Recovers Using Bailey's Laxative Tablets
Report states Mrs Smith fully recovered from illness and credits Bailey's Laxative tablets with improving health. Ad praises relief from constipation symptoms and urges readers to try tonight. Price listed as 10 and 25 cents at Chas D Rushton’s.
Perjury probe in Weaver tax sequestering case unfolds
The article details alleged sequestering of about 28 000 in deposits by ex county treasurer Delos Weaver since 1896. It lists deposits by year and totals 68 928 054 for him and 1 445 for Mrs Weaver. Weaver faces a 970 penalty and possible perjury charge with a 16 percent additional penalty. The tax duplicate is to be set by City Treasurer Campbell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican
Delos Weaver
South Bend
Puterbaugh
Weaver
Campbell
Joy in the Coal Fields Heralds Mines Reopening
Joy sweeps the Shenandoah anthracite region as bulletin boards fill with happiness. Operators plan a careful resumption of work and expect most collieries to be ready within a few days.
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Shenandoah
Unclear Estate Disappears in Mary McCleary Case
Unusual complications arise in settling the Mary McCleary estate with most valuable property missing between death and burial. Executor Justice Brumbaugh had appraised assets totaling 354.95 including 158 in a bank. Probate notes point to the mother as possessor of money notes and mortgages. only mining stock and a small note remain.
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Mary McCleary
Justice
Brumbaugh
Clarence
Knickerbocker
William Dwight
St. Joseph
Elkhart
Mitchell Roasts Operators Over Arbitration Letter
President Mitchell's letter accepting Roosevelt's arbitration appointment was released at the White House. He reiterates his stance from Thursday and condemns operators at the Washington conference as insulting and unmanly. He hopes arbitration will resolve the anthracite field troubles.
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Mitchell
Washington
Roosevelt
White House
Arranging For Miners Convention In Wilkesbarre
Arrangements were made for a miners convention to be held in Wilkesbarre on Monday. The event is expected to last two days with about a thousand delegates attending. President Mitchell declined to comment as the situation awaits the convention's action.
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Willkesbarre
Mitchell
Troops to Stay In Coal Fields After Strike
Tamaqua October 17. report says troops will remain in the coal fields at least two weeks after the strike settles to prevent renewed feuds between union and non union workers and to need their continued aid.
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Tamaqua
Death by Suicide of Ida Craddock in New York
New York Oct 17 Ida Craddock the Philadelphia author of The Wedding Night that led to her arrest and conviction for publishing obscene literature hanged herself by inhaling gas this morning. The 45 year old woman of refinement is said to have been unbalanced by the disgrace of her conviction.
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New York
Ida Craddock
Philadelphia
Shaw to Buy Government Bonds in Market Move
Secretary Shaw announced the purchase of 5 million dollars in four percent bonds at 1388 fat and signaled willingness to buy four percent bonds at 18734 plus interest to date. He indicated market offers may arrive on October 17 or 18 or by close of business October 20.
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Shaw
Washington
Investigate Alleged Mormon Murder In New York
A New York grand jury opened a murder investigation into the death of Mrs. Anna Pulitzer. William Hooper Young, Brigham Young's grandson, faces charges and is expected to be indicted for first degree murder.
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New York
Grand Jury
Anna Pulitzer
William Hooper Young
Brigham Young
Young
Taft Indicates Filipino Path to Independence
Washington reports Governor Taft in a Manila speech saying Filipinos will decide, at the proper time, whether they wish to be independent of the United States. The copies arrived in Washington on October 17. The statement signals a future plebiscite or decision on sovereignty.
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Taft
Washington
Govenor Taft
Manila
United States
KU inaugurates Dr. Frank Strong as chancellor
Lawrence, October 17. Dr. Frank Strong was inaugurated as chancellor of the University of Kansas. Yale President Hadley delivered the address. Representatives from leading colleges across the United States attended.
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Lawrence
Kan
Frank Strong
University of Kansas
Hadley
Yale
United States
Quarrel Ends in Triple Death at Broker Office
In New York a quarrel over a business matter in a broker's office in the financial district this morning led to the shooting of Albert Hamilton and William Mallard followed by the suicide of William Turner.
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New York
Financial District
William Turner
Albert Hamilton
Wiliam Mallard
Boer Generals Honor Bismarck in Berlin
Boer generals De Wet De La Rey and Botha laid wreaths on the monument to Bismarck and William the Great in Berlin. They then visited the Reichstag. no demonstrations occurred during the visit.
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Bismarck
Berlin
de- Wet
DeLarey
Botha
William the Great
Reichstrath
W. C. T. U. Opens National Convention in Portland
The national convention of the W. C. T. U. began in Portland Maine this morning. Reports from the secretary and treasurer indicated the organization is in flourishing condition.
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Portland
Maine
Grand Hotel blaze at Point Chautauqua destroys cottage
Jamestown October 17 reports a large fire at the Grand hotel at Point Chautauqua. The cottage burned early this morning with losses estimated at $200,000. Local authorities and fire crews responded swiftly as flames gutted the structure. The article notes extensive damage but gives no word on injuries or cause.
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Jamestown
Grand Hotel
Track Workers Killed in Ironton Accident
Two track workers named Charles Davidson and Henry Gewine were instantly killed in Ironton Ohio this morning when a railroad incident occurred on the tracks. Emergency crews responded but could not save the men. Further details were not immediately available.
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Ironton, O
Charles Davidson
Henry
Gewine
Russell Sage Rapidly Recovering After Illness
New York reports that Russell Sage is rapidly recovering following an illness. The update came this morning and details on his condition were released by hospital staff.
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New York
Detth
Russell Sage
Miners' Executive Board Plans Strike Convention
Wilkesbarre October 16 The United Mine Workers executive board votes to convene a convention of strikers Saturday to resume work Monday. Delegates from local unions across the district expected to attend, with the gathering held in Wilkesbarre or Hazleton.
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Wilkesbarre
United
Mine Workers
Mitchell
Hazleton
Mitchell Approves Arbitration Commission Personnel
Washington October 16 President Roosevelt submitted the full personnel of the arbitration commission to Mitchell who gave unqualified approval to all names. He praised Clark Watkins and Gray noting Clark’s selection honors union recognition as urged by Mitchell. Organizing meetings are expected soon.
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Mitchell
Washington
Roosevelt
Arbitration Commission
Clark
Watkins
Gray
Funeral for Mr. Samuel D. Straw Held at North Main
The funeral of Samuel D. Straw took place this afternoon from the family home on North Main Street at 2 30. A large number of friends viewed the remains and attended the service led by Rev. Galpin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel D. Straw
North Main Street
Galpin
Reception Tendered Rev Vannuys at Goshen Presby
Last night 300 residents attended a reception for Rev. Vannuys of the Goshen Presbyterian Church. Addresses were given by Anthony Deahl S C Hubbell and Frank A Hascall. Ancheon was served in the basement. Two new smallpox cases appeared at Bristol are the sons of Joseph Jarvis the younger in serious condition. George Laird filed for divorce from Ollie L Laird on abandonment and cruelty. Goshen residents. Court adjourned today by Judge Ferrall until after election.
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Rev
Vannuys
Goshen Presbyterian Church
Anthony Deahl
S. C. Hubbell
Frank A. Hascall
Bristol
Joseph Jarvis
George Laird
Ollie L. Laird
Goshen
Ferrall
Revenge Motive Tangles Weaver Case In County Tax Fight
The article alleges Delos Weaver faced a vendetta linked to county assessor Puterbaugh, who sought a $600 yearly fee by charging daily work credits. Weaver’s alleged obstruction and a bank deposit omission triggered prosecution, with Weaver reportedly unavailable for comment until Monday.
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Puterbaugh
Weaver
Cattle thieves Caiger and Compton nabbed after carcasses sold
In South Bend area, Jacob Caiger and P. K. Compton were arrested after a steer broke free from a St. Joseph farm herd at Notre Dame pasture, exposing a plan to steal cattle through winter and butcher them at Compton's home for sale in South Bend. Police Credit Elkhart officers Miller and Silvers for evidence leading to arrests and jail.
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St. Joseph
Jacob Caiger
P. K. Compton
Edwardsburg
Compton
South Bend
University of Notre Dame
Caiger
Reformatory
Jeffersonville
Michigan City
Supreme Court
Elkhart
Miller
Silvers
Ft- St. Joseph County
Republicans Afraid Of General Apathy In Vote
Acting Township Chairman Walley led a meeting where precinct committeemen reported a 34 day city poll. Voter division matches past years with many new names on rolls, but Republicans claim a normal majority. The concern centers on stay-at-home voters, prompting a focus on getting the full party vote out rather than proselyting Democrats.
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Walley
Sues on Contract in Circuit Court
Fremont Fulkerson files suit against George B Lambert in the circuit court seeking 500 dollars in damages. Complaint alleges Lambert contracted to furnish 600 bushels each of corn and rye and 200 bushels of wheat at set prices but did not fulfill the contract, claiming Lambert offered only wages.
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Fremont Fulkerson
George B. Lambert
Lambert
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Jd. C. Ayer CO
Lowell
Mass
Dausman
Dodge
Perry Turner
Cornelius Trust, Fund
Mr. Straw
Laird
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