Allen County courts approve in and out sheriff fees
In a commissioners court session County Attorney Hoffman and Sheriff A M Reichelderfer approved paying in and out fees to the sheriff when accounts are rendered. Fees of 25 cents for locking up and releasing each prisoner were previously disputed but are now allowed, with other counties already adopting the practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioners’ Court
Hoffman
A. M. Reichelderfer
Jamison
Eugene Jamison
Damages Sought After Beating In Cow Dispute
Anna Ketrowitz sues J Thomas and Arthur Reed for 5000 dollars in superior court claiming they beat her on May 22 after a cow dispute. She alleges pregnancy complications and that the baby died shortly after birth. The case ties to a long court battle over a cow sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Ketrowitz
J. Thomas
Arthur Reed
Thomas Reed
Ketrowitz
William Freuchtenicht
William Cass
Lavely drops damage suits against Bonnell
Friday Zoma Lavely dismissed damage suits against John and Joseph Bonnell alleging they confined her at the Arcola home and in jail. She had earlier recovered 600 dollars for damages and had lived as housekeeper for John Bonnell. Lavely was briefly held for alleged insanity but was released. suits were dropped and she returned home with her father to Warsaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zoma Lavely
John
Joseph Bonnell
Arcola
Miss Lavely
John Bonnell
Warsaw
Anna Bosharafa
Abraham Bosharafa
W. C. Ryan
Arthur Heinlein
Myrtle Heinlein
Frank Perry
Sophia Luttman
Pearl Everding
Justice Grabner
Thomas
Harry Hilgermann
Ida A. Sonfield
John H. Sonfield
Cifar
J. H. Sonfield & Co
Boone Street
Harper
Eggeman
Reward dispute looms over Woodburn marshal case funds
In county commissioners court the question of providing a $500 reward to Dr. Don Gorrell for information leading to the Cray murder case is discussed. Funds were allocated but reverted to the general fund, and collection efforts continue through Barrett and Morris. The matter may settle outside court despite anticipated contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioners' Court
County Council
Don Gorrell
Marshal Columbus Cray
Woodburn
Barrett
Morris
Gorrell
Hearing resumes in Cass v Alden land case
Judge Cook, sitting as special judge in Huntington, resumed the William Cass vs Samuel R Alden case over title to former Indian lands southwest of the city. Trial ran all last week and will likely extend two weeks more with Cass represented by E V Harris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Cass
Samuel R. Alden
Adolph King
Mary
Samuel Keefer
S. E. Cook
S. R. Alden
Cook
Huntington
Walter Olds
Henry Colerick
Alden
E. V. Harris
Cass
Heaton
Superior Court
Clearlake
O'Rourke
Circuit Court
Curtis, Mich
W. C. Ryan
Seattle Exposition
Ryan
Seattle
Wife Seeks Divorce From Andrew Riley
Olie Riley files in superior court for divorce citing abuse threats and failure to provide for herself and two children. Judge Heaton orders Riley restrained from wages or contact. Stella Eddington, by attorney W C Ryan, sues William Eddington for divorce alleging failure to provide. married September 21 1901 separated April 15 1908. Deputy County Clerk John Belot returns from vacation at the lakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olie Riley
Andrew Riley
Riley
Street Railway
Heaton
Stella Eddington
W. C. Ryan
Superior Court
William Eddington
John Belot
Lakas
Hamm Will Leaves Life Estate To Invalid Daughter
The will of Andreas Hamm filed for probate leaves Louisa Hamm a life lease of all property with debts paid and a $56 tombstone budget. Executor Alexander Jaxtherimer is named guardian for the invalid daughter. after her death the estate to be divided among other children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andreas Hamm
Louisa Hamm
Alexander Jaxtheimer
Marriages Listed On Public License Record
A series of marriage licenses appears with names and ages including Louis Hamilton Castle 21 and Frances Elizabeth Layer 17, and Herman J. Dettmer 23 with Anna K. Springer 23. Other couples shown: Louis P. Month 33 and Dora S. Fruechtenicht 24, Joseph H. Orth 21 and Margaret M. Schmieders 23, Barton John Coleman 22 and Maud Roseberry 21, William Bollhauve 32 and Martha Bergelt 33, Theodore S. Raney 26 and Mary C. Kimmel 23, Carl McGough 27 and Emma C. Gaszner 27, Willard C. Bowman 22 and Nannetta A. Byers 21, Isif or Perlmann 24 and Molly King 22, Warren Rogers 44 and Martha M. Gordon 49, Harley L. Hitzeman 22 and Blanche Sweet 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Hamilton Castle
Frances Elizabeth Layer
Herman J. Dettmer
Anna K. Springer
Louis P. Month
Dora S. Fruechtenicht
Joseph H. Orth
Margaret M. Schmieders
Barton John Coleman
Maud Roseberry
Herman
William Bollhauve
Carpenter
Martha Johanna Bergelt
Theodore S. Raney
Farmer
Mary C. Kimmel
Carl McGough
Emma C. Gaszner
Willard C. Bowman
Nannetta A. Byers
Isif_or Perlmann
Molly King
Warren’ ‘Rogers
Martha M. Gordon
Harley’ 'L. Hitzeman
Blanche ©. Sweet
Wheat and corn fluctuations in Chicago markets July 20
Wheat fell to near opening lows amid ideal harvest conditions with July at about $1.18 and closing around $1.17. Corn strengthened through the day with July at 71 1/2 cents and a strong close. oats rallied and rye and barley showed steady cash prices. Receipts and regional prices across Chicago, New York and other markets reflect ongoing farm-market activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
Minnesota
Timothy
Ribs—dJuly
New York
Annare
Western
Rio
Santos
New Orleans
Cincinnati
Advertised fabrics and garments for girls and stockings on sale
Mothers are urged to buy children s white dresses aged 5 to 14 at reduced prices. Fresh cotton and wash fabric options cost 72c to 90c per dress make, with fifty patterns available. Kno tak brand stockings offer two grades, six pairs per box with substantial clearance pricing and guaranteed wear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kno-tak
Novelty Lace Curtains Half Price Sale
Fancy novelty lace curtains in cream white and Arabian offered at half price with layaway. Prices shown include 1.25 for 2.50 cur tains and up to 4.00 for 8.00 cur tains, reflecting bulk discounts and flexible payment.
Moss-Filled Pillows Make Damp Weather Easy
Porches cottages and boats gain moss filled cushions that resist rain and dew. The moss filled pillows keep their beauty and function when traditional pillows spoil. Special price offered at 45c.
Ice cream sets offered in seven pieces for 69
An advertisement showcases seven piece clear crystal ice cream sets with hob-nail imitation cuts. The set includes a large platter and six plates and is priced at 69 cents, regularly a dollar.
Butter Market Steady and Eggs and Poultry Prices
Chicago July 20 Butter market steady creameries 221 26c daisies 20 23c Eggs receipts today 11812 cases market firm at mark firsts 204c prime firsts 2144c Cheese market strong daisies 15c twins 14c young Americas 15 15c long horns 15 15c Potatoes market steady choice to fancy 75 78c fair to good 68 72c Poultry market steady turkeys 14c chickens 13c springs 18 19c Veal market steady 50 to 60 lb weights 744 8c 60 to 85 lb weights 844 914c 85 to 110 lb weight 10 1le
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
New York
New State
Pennsylvania
New York July 20 Market Report for Butter Cheese Eggs and Grains
Market notes show strong receipts and varied prices across Butter Cheese Eggs and grains in New York Cincinnati and Toledo. Butter creamery extras 28¢ dairy firsts 26¢ eggs 21–32¢, chicken and turkey prices listed. grain and feed quotations for Fort Wayne and related suppliers included with wholesale ranges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Dairies
Commission Merchants Quotation Highlights and Market Prices
Quotations from J T Johnson G H Crouse Co and E K Bush list live chickens ducks turkeys butter eggs onions and potatoes with weighted prices. Becraft Packing Co shows live cattle hogs lambs and calves quotes, plus wholesale shipper notes and city scales for hay corn and coal market values across Fort Wayne and neighboring towns.
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Commission
J. T. Johnson
East Columbia St
G. H. Crouse & Co
E. K. Bush
Columbia Street
Becraft Packing Company
P. Riddle
Fort Wayne
New Haven
Monroeville
Baldwin
Irongrand
Sheldon
Abolt
Arcola
Peabody
Spencerville
Grabill
Gar Creek
Woodburn
Timothy
Hiocking Valley
Massillon
Jackson
Pocahontas
West Virginia
Indiana
Births Report From Several Families in Area
Born to Dr and Mrs J W McAvoy of South Lafayette street a son. Born to Mr and Mrs Alberry Roberson of Eel River township a son. Born to Mr and Mrs Albert Greenfield of Huntertown a daughter. Born to Mr and Mrs Albert Neuenschwander of Grabill a daughter. Born to Mr and Mrs Jacob Haiber of Sheldon twins a son and a daughter. Born to Mr and Mrs Joseph Krause of Sheldon a son. Born to Mr and Mrs John Federe spiel of New Haven a daughter. Born to Mr and Mrs Clarence Jacquay of New Haven a son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. McAvoy
South Lafayette Street
Alberry Roberson
Eel River Township
Albert Greenfield
Huntertown
Albert Neuenschwander
Grabill
Jacob Haiber
Sheldon
Joseph Krause
John Federspiel
New Haven
Clarence Jacquay
Landwehrverein Holds Family Picnic at Hartmans Grove
Members of the Landwehrverein a social group of ex soldiers gathered for a Sunday family picnic at Hartmans Grove south of the city. The Saxonia and the Concordia singing societies performed several musical selections enhancing the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landwehrverein
Hartman's Grove
Germany
Hartman’s Grove
Saxonia
Concordia Singing Societies
Old Officers Chosen for Tri-State Building and Loan
The Tri-State Building and Loan Association held its annual election Tuesday. All former officers were reelected: G. W. Pixley president, D. N. Foster vice president, C. A. Wilding secretary, F. C. Heine assistant secretary, and W. J. Vesey attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tri-State Building Loan Association
Tri-State Building and Loan Association
G. W. Pixley
D. N. Foster
C. A. Wilding
F. C. Heine
W. J. Vesey
Hull wallpaper store remodel bid planned at Calhoun Street
A notice states the contract for extensive remodeling of the L. O. Hull wallpaper shop at 830 Calhoun Street will be let within a day or so. Hull plans indicate major work to update the store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. O. Hull Wall Paper
Calhoun Street
Hull
Real Estate Transfers in Cedarville and Surrounding Townships
Real estate transfers compiled by J. C. Heller record multiple deeds across Cedarville Cedar Creek Madison Wayne Perry Jackson New Haven Monroeville and other townships. Transfers include parcels from Wise Kryder Bruch Mumma Darnell Acker man Chase Stanger Worden Lyman Pettit Randall Laudahn Kloppish and others with prices from 1.00 to 28240.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Heller
Court St. M
J. S. Wise
A. B
W. Kryder
Cedarville
Cedar Creek Township
A. J
J. Bottenberg
Louis Bruch, Et. al
John and
Bertha Darnell
East Wayne Acre
Adams Township
Charles B. Smith
George W
N. J. Mumma
Redelsheimer
Monroeville
Clement P
B. Becker
John C
William Hazelet
Green
New Haven
Samuel and
Lena King
Abe
Indiana Investment Co
Robert C. Lyman
Huntertown
Perry Township
William L. Pettit, Jr
Tri-State Loan and Trust Company
Calhoun Street
Wayne Township
Mary J. Randall
Jane O’brien
Milan Township
Mary Presuhn
Salena Laudahn
Madison Township
Gust Kloppish
Sotheast
Guyppish
John H. Laudahn
Sutheast
Madison Towns
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Allen County Courts
Henry
Guy Colerick
Hench
Nelson Craig
Glenn Miller
Allen County
Chicago Law School
Smith’s
VW ‘E
J.M. Kane’s
Jas. M. Kane
Calhoun ST
Huser
Calvin
Studer
Dr. Schulz
Thomas Bodell
Hawthorn
Daisy Calloway
William Snyder
C. A. Hays
Clara Roller
Bessie Bolenbow
Owen Garman
Grabnl
Reichelderfer
Klaehn & Melching
Grain and Provisions
Chicago Market
Minneapolis
Duluth
Toledo
Indianapolis
Ind
East Buffalo
N. Y
Texas
Woles
Beslaver
New York Market
North Lima
South Lima
Barr Street
Bash & Company
Well Brothers & Co
Mit Auotaciens
Graham
Fresselt & Sons
H. Pfeiffer & Son
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