Three Men Die in Knightstown Fire Tragedy
Knightstown Indiana October 18 three volunteers Truman Rhodes Charles Scutter Foen Davey died when the front wall collapsed as they battled a blaze sparked by a gas explosion. Two more may be trapped as flames wreck the Masonic Temple and adjacent buildings causing heavy property loss estimated around $100000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman Rhodes
Charles Scutter
Foen Davey
Masonic Temple
E. O. Anderson
Green Bros
Pavey Bros
Dry goods store fire hits Wichita firm
In Wichita on October 18 a fire destroyed the dry goods store of Geo. Inns and Co. The blaze caused an estimated loss of 75000 dollars with about 53000 dollars covered by insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Kan
Geo. Inns & Co
Terrace Beach casino fire claims elderly couple
A Green Lake Wisconsin hotel, Terrace Beach casino owned by W A Meyer burned at dawn. Mr and Mrs Jenks, parents of Mrs Meyer, died in the blaze after her attempt to reach her ailing husband. Total loss approx 50 000 on the building and 10 000 on contents, partially insured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green Lake
Wis
Lawton Sword Fund Merged for Indiana Hero Honor
The Lawton Fund combines with Fort Wayne efforts to raise about 500 for a ceremonial sword honoring Major General H. W. Lawton. Contributions from Indiana reach 170.16 in the News fund plus gifts from individuals and organizations, reflecting statewide support for this testimonial to the Cuban and Luzon service of Lawton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. W. Lawton
Fort Wayne
Indiana
Cuba
Luzon
Lion S&s. Bass Post
Department of Indiana
Grand Army of the Republic
Lawton
Francis T. Roots
Conmersville Oc
Wee Cea George Merritt& Co
J. L. Mothershead
Indianapolis Hominy Mills
Glassbrenner
Union B. Hunt
J. L. Thompson
George H. Chapman Post
G. A
Indianapolis
Star Lodge
K. of B
Wm. E. English
Tamason
Indianapolis News Names And Figures From City Ads
The Indianapolis News lists multiple individuals and figures with various monetary amounts, noting the city as the primary source for the content except where noted otherwise. Names include George W. Stubbs Charles F. Moore Rev Charles C. Lasby Charles T. Whitsett F A W Davis Dr W A Heckard BE Hathaway Armin C Koehne H C McFarland Benny Sullivan and others with figures like 10 00 5 00 2 00 1000, all from Indianapolis unless stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Stubbs
Charles F. Moore
Charles C. Lasby
Charles T. Whitsett
F. A. W. Davis
W. A. Heckard
BE. H. Hathaway
Armin C. Koehne
H. C. McFarland
Benny Sullivan
The
Indianapolis News
In Bonds of Wedded Bliss Four Weddings Tie
A quiet Fort Wayne home wedding united Albert Joyce and Laura M Bright on East Wayne Street with Rev J W Lake officiating. A select guest list attended a sumptuous supper at the bride’s parents residence marking a beautiful ceremony and Joyce works at Schweir’s grocery on Montgomery Street.
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East Wayne Street
Albert Joyce
Laura M. Bright
J. W. Lake
Joyce
Schweir’s Grocery
Montgomery Street
East Side
Wedded in Fort Wayne by Quiet City Marriage
Fred H. Austin and Miss Harriet M. Kraner, Kendallville youths, eloped to Fort Wayne Tuesday evening and wed at Grace Lutheran church with Rev. J. F. Mueller officiating. The groom works at Flint & Walling. the bride is the restaurant owner's daughter. They plan to live with the bride’s parents in Kendallville until a cottage on Lincoln avenue is ready.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred H. Austin
Harriet M. Kraner
Kendallville
Fort Wayne
J. F. Mueller
Grace Lutheran Church
Flint & Walling Works
Jacob Kraner
Lincoln Avenue
Judge Chapin Recommends Dismissal in Schell Bankruptcy Case
Judge Chapin recommends dismissal of the involuntary bankruptcy action against former J. F. Schell Loan and Investment Co. defendants Schell and Gruber are exempt. Evans Ryan and Erick have no provable claims. The report goes to Judge Baker for final decision after hearings and pending signing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Recree Chapin
J. F. Schell Loan and Investment Company
Evans
Ryan
Erick
Chapin
Linden
Antrup
Valentine
Harding
Schell
Gruber
Baker
Wilkens and Rastetter Marriage Solemnized at Salem Reform Church
John H. Wilkens married Miss Helen Rastetter in a 6 30 p m ceremony at the residence of Rev P Ruhl pastor of Salem Reformed church in the presence of intimate friends. Wilkens Bros meat market on Broadway owner and Helen Rastetter daughter of Mrs Louis Rastetter. They will reside on Broadway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Wilkens
Helen Rastetter
P. Ruhl
Salem Reformed Church
Wilkens
Wilkens Bros
Broadway
Louis Rastetter
Faith curist freed in Indiana child medical case
Frankfort Indiana October 18 The trial of Joseph Chenoweth charged with failure to provide medical attendance for his child ended with a verdict of not guilty directed by Judge Kent The court ruled no Indiana law requires parental medical care and predicted national influence The state will appeal to the supreme court, noting no American precedents and citing two English cases and the judge’s remark that no English rule should be adopted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
Ind
Joseph Chenoweth
Kent
Indiana
Supreme Court
Meyers and McCarthy Wed in Delray Vows
John Meyers of Delray Michigan and Miss Gertrude McCarthy of this city were married on Wednesday evening. A reception followed at Vogely's hall on Mau mee avenue hosted by Mrs. Joseph Merker. Meyers, a Fort Wayne native, works as a boilermaker for the Wabash railway at Delray. The couple departed for a wedding tour on No. 15 at 3:45 this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Meyers
Delray
Mich
Gertrude McCarthy
Vogely’s
Maumee Avenue
Joseph Merker
Comparet Street
Meyer
Fort Wayne
Wabash Railway
Myers
Smith and Deville wed in quiet Wednesday ceremony
Justice L. P. Huser united Jacob A. Smith and Miss Katie Deville at his residence at Jackson and Prichard streets at 7:30 PM on Wednesday with a few close friends present. Smith works as a Kohrmann's grocery clerk on Broadway and Miss Deville is a Huntington native, daughter of Nicholas Deville, a Lime City businessman. The couple will begin housekeeping on Wilt street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. P. Huser
Jackson and
Prichard Streets
Jacob A. Smith
Katie Deville
Smith
Kohrmann’s Grocery
Broadway
Huntington
Nicholas Deville
Lime City
Mrs. Smith
Wilt Street
Matilda Somm ers Weds John Klett at Fourth Street Home
At the home of Mr and Mrs Rein hard Sommers on Fourth street the marriage of their daughter Matilda to John G Klett was held by Rev Dannecker at 630 pm in front of about twenty intimate friends. An elaborate wedding supper followed as the couple receive congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reinhard Sommers
Fourth Street
Matilda
John G. Klett
Dannecker
Floros Leases North Room for Fort Wayne Confectionery
P Floros a leading Indianapolis confectioner has leased the north room of the MacDougal block at Berry and Calhoun streets and will soon open a fine confectionery in Fort Wayne. He manufactures and handles both wholesale and retail goods. Remodeling will start shortly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Floros
Indianapolis
MacDougal Block
Berry and
Calhoun Streets
Floros
Fort Wayne
Wedded Thursday in a Glowing Fairfield Avenue Ceremony
Miss Elizabeth Kroesch and Henry C. Rippe were married Thursday at 4 o'clock in Emanuel's Lutheran church. Rev Wambsganss officiated under an arch of carnations. The bride wore grey cloth with cream satin and applique, veil, and roses. Attendant Miss Anna Rippe wore green cloth with white satin and lace, carrying white carnations, while brother Henry Kroesch served as best man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
Henry Kroesch
Hunting trouble at Wells county hinges on farmers land closures
Fort Wayne hunters face restrictions as Bluffton News reports farmers moving to bar access. With quail populations stable in Wells county, thousands of acres may stay off limits this winter, making hunting difficult as landowners close lands to hunters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Wells County
Bluffton
Farmers Act to Protect Birds From Hunters
Farmers close their farms to hunting to stop the slaughter of birds that aid agriculture by eating insects harmful to crops. They seek limited protection for birds, not driven by selfish motives but by damage to farming.
Last Day as Prosecutor Doughman Retires
N D Doughman retires as Allen County prosecuting attorney at midnight tonight. E V Emrick will become prosecutor Monday with his brother Frank as deputy. Doughman and Deputy A E Thomas wrap up cases including affidavits against John MacIntosh of Dixon for operating a pool table without a permit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. D. Doughman
Allen County
Doughman
A. E. Thomas
John MacIntosh
Dixon
Thomas
E. V. Emrick
Frank
Emrick
Campbell
Hassenfus
Milker
Missing Frederick Schophorst Declared Legally Dead
Judge O Rourke declared Frederick Schophorst legally dead after years of absence and appointed Henry Schophorst administrator of the estate. The missing man had not been heard from, leaving property to deteriorate until relatives sought court intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Schophorst
O’rourke
Frederick Schophorst
O'Rourke
Court and Estate Actions Reported in Local Docket
Judge Vesey appoints Hugh G. Keegan special judge in Karn versus Conover Bros case. Executors Elijah Houk and Samuel Houk named for John M. Smith estate. William M. Lane pleads guilty to two liquor-sale indictments. $20 fines imposed. Koonses file suit to quiet title against Watts and Line. Dreibilbiss represents plaintiffs. Matilda Nebur seeks temporary alimony in divorce from John Nebur. Guardian appointed for Krueper heirs. Jennie Roy sues for divorce from Edward Roy. W H Shambaugh attends. Sheriff’s deputy Conrad Nagle sworn in at Woodburn as night watchman for lumber firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vesey
Hugh G. Keegan
S. A. Karn
Conover Bros
Elijah Houk
Samuel Houk
John M. Smith
William M. Lane
P. B. Colerick
Minnie Reamer
O'Rourke
Edgar L. Koons
Margaret T. Koons
William O. Watts
William H. Line
R. B. Dreibilbiss
Matilda Nebur
John Nebur
Louisa Krueper
Fred W
Albert J
Harvey J. Krueper
August E. Krueper
Jennie Roy
Edward Roy
W. H. Shambaugh
Melching
Conrad Nagle
Woodburn
Nagle
Smith & Wesson
Dr King’s New Life Pills Boost Health and Vitality
Bisma rck’s iron nerve came from splendid health and indomitable will, not from organs out of order. To gain these qualities and the success they bring, use Dr King’s New Life Pills. They develop brain and body power. Only 25c at Dreier & Bro.’s drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Dreier & Bro
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo, N. Y
Mothers must use Mrs. children remedy for teething
A fragment praises a teething remedy described as the best cure for ailment in children, urging mothers to use it. The text mentions May Stodn Toys and references products or brands in a fragmented, era style.
Reorganize Constabulary Plan Endorsed By Indiana League
Wabash Indiana October meeting of the Indiana Municipal league endorses a plan for a centralized constabulary with a head in Indianapolis. George Harrison proposes abolishing the current constable office and replacing it with township peace officers funded by salaries and governed by township advisory boards. The system would require regular patrols, strict reporting to county superintendents, and statewide coordination to pursue fugitives with photographic notices from Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash
Ind
James E. McHenry
Indiana Municipal League
Indiana
Indianapolis
George Harrison
Lafayette
Harrison
League
Treasuries
New Higher Arithmetic Stumps Pupils in County
The fall introduction of Stickersville’s higher arithmetic presents tough center problems that even many teachers struggle to resolve. Superintendent Stine seeks a presentable solution for students. Oldtimers boasting about past ease are reminded to test themselves with the new book.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stickersville
Stine
Bay
Health member debunks leaf burning as harmless disposal
A state board of health member reports that burning leaves is not responsible for spreading diphtheria and remains the best sanitary method to dispose of fallen foliage and waste, countering a growing belief. The official emphasizes leaves should be burned to reduce disease risk and manage garbage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Health
City leaves ban clashed with health fears
The state board smiled at cities banning leaf burning while some boards of health condemned it as a cause of diphtheria. Local papers report streets so filthy that they smell of other stenches, not leaves, despite sweeping efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Farmer Kills His Family in Minn. Farm Murder Suicide
Redwood Falls Minnesota news reports Frank E. Babcock a local farmer, killed his wife and three sons in a midday attack on his farm, then shot himself after writing a note to his brother in law. The killings occurred in a fits of insanity as Babcock shot his two young sons, his wife in the barn, and the eldest son nearby before taking his own life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redwood Falls
Minn
Frank E. Babcock
Babcock
Frank Mason
Welsh and Gruber Wed at St Pauls Church
George Welsh a fireman and Carrie M Gruber were married at St Pauls Catholic church last Wednesday at 6 o clock. A reception was given tonight at the bride’s sister Mrs J F Winbaugh’s Oak street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul's Catholic Church
George Welsh
Carrie M. Gruber
Welsh
No. 2
Mrs. Welsh
J. F. Winbaugh
Oak Street
Dr. Pierce Pellets Aids Constipation In Women
An old health advertisement claims Dr. Pierce's Pellets provide relief for women with constipated habits. The text promotes regularity and notes the remedy as a popular proprietary treatment of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Package Coffees and Teas Offered in Local Trade
Package coffees priced at 10 cents per pound while fine teas cost 40 to 50 cents per unit. The listing highlights assorted tea quality levels 8 30c and 50c.
The Greatest Grocery Enlarged Fresh Meat Market
The market reports a wide selection of beef veal lamb and pork roasts and tender steaks with a full range of pork products including shoulders chops ribs sausages liver puddings heads cheeses and rendered fats.
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Knightstown
Lawton Fund
Wilkens—Rastetter
Smith—Deville
Klett-Sommers
Castoria
Aa Pen Roe Ed
MR. Doughman
Allen
Bismarck
Ates
Tion
Diana Municipal League
Bluffton News
Farmer
Standard “Oil Co
U. S
Calhoun Street
J. A. Williams
Mgr
Diether Lumber CO
Red
Sears, Roebuck & CO. (Inc
Chicago
Sears, Roebuck & Ue
R. B. Gard
West
Wayne Street
Wayne, Ind
Cape Bo
Express
Ant
Favyory
New York
SEARS
Roebuck & Co
Quincy, Mich
Bluffton Golden
City Brands and
Rock Creek Mills
Ea West bin
Bash Riock
Fort Wayne, Ind
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