Democrats plan Goshen convention on Aug 16 to name county ticket
Henry A. Barnhart the Plymouth based Democratic congressional nominee will attend the Goshen convention with a campaign stop. George Milburn may run for Northern District commissioner while Royal Cathcart seeks sheriff and Milo Plough and James Matthews consider bids. Democratic clubs form in Goshen Elkhart Jefferson York townships with a Bristol rally Sept 5. Encouraging Indiana reports boost party energy ahead of Governor Marshall campaign.
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Elkhart County
Goshen
Henry A. Barnhart
Congress
Rochester
C. W. Miller
Barnhart
George Milburn
Washington Township
Milburn
Royal Cathcart
Jefferson Township
Mr. Cathcart
Milo Plough
Waterford
James Matthews
Elkhart
Jefferson
Washington
York Townships
Bristol
Oliver H. Shamory
Indiana
Thomas R. Marshall
Marshall
Man Released After Custody Over Mental Health Claim
A man brought from Millersburg and jailed as mentally ill and a public danger was released this morning. He had funds, left for a New York state point, and says there was no good reason for his detention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millersburg
New York State
Amish man ousted for insuring his stable
Decatur resident George Paillee, an Amishman, faces expulsion from his church for taking out an insurance policy on his stable, contrary to church law which bans all insurance.
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George Paillee
Escape of William Sheffer From Noble County Officer
William Sheffer, 24, escaped from a Noble county officer just as a hearing on intoxication charges was about to begin. A large posse pursued him but he eluded capture.
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William Sheffer
Noble County
Socialists Prepare for South Bend Meeting Tomorrow
Socialists in South Bend plan a large gathering tomorrow to nominate a county ticket and rally support for their slate. The event signals organized action ahead of local political contests.
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South Bend
Final Program of the Season Ends Outdoor Band Concerts
Rogers Goshen band halted the rest of the summer concerts after a final open air show at Court Park Pavilion drew a large crowd. Funds raised totaled about 315 from various contributors. only 6.99 remained after a last appeal, making further concerts impossible. Director Roscoe thanks supporters and vows no future seasons without guaranteed payment.
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Rogers’ Goshen
Court Park Pavilion
Nordined
Honeymoon Trail
George V. Roscoe
Rostoe
Roscoe
Court Park
Ladies Picnicked on Elkhart Island and Social Events
About 20 W A C ladies enjoyed a picnic on Elkhart Island. Miss Irene Prennett hosted a small gathering for guest Miss Katherine Wilson of Adrian Michigan. Miss Lulu Straub hosted 16 friends at her South Third Street home giving a shower for Miss Helen McClure who will wed Edward Kurtz on September 2.
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Elkhart
Irene Prennett
Katherine Wilson
Adrian, Mich
Lulu Straub
South Third Street
Helen McClure
Edward Kurtz
Eight Elkhart Schools to Get Fire Escapes Ordered
State building inspector ordered fire escapes for eight Elkhart school buildings after a personal inspection found students lacked proper protections. Authorities visited the city and assessed the schoolhouses' safety.
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Elkhart
Detroit Buys Shortstop Bush From Indianapolis Club
President F. J. Navin of the Detroit American League team announced the purchase of shortstop Bush from the Indianapolis American Association. The price is said to be about $5000. Bush formerly played with the South Bend Central League team.
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Detroit
Bush
F. J. Navin
South Bend
Jonathan Chapman Pleads Guilty to Intoxication
Jonathan Chapman was found intoxicated in court park yesterday afternoon and arrested by Officer Greenwood. He pleaded guilty to intoxication and received a 15 day jail sentence now serving.
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Jonathan Chapman
Court Park
Greenwood
Cattle Killed After Mad Dog Bite Near Middlebury
Ed Nihart reports two valuable cattle found feverish Monday morning near Middlebury. They showed hydrophobia signs and were slaughtered. Belief centers on a mad dog roaming the vicinity recently, causing the incident.
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Ed Nihart
Middlebury
Four Interurban Workers Fired After Series of Accidents
Four Interurban employees have been discharged in rapid succession due to a string of accidents. The latest incident involved a car derailing at a switch west of Elkhart.
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Elkhart
Watson Starts Governor Campaign at Fort Wayne
Republican nominee James B. Watson will begin his gubernatorial campaign in Fort Wayne on Wednesday August 19. The event marks the official kickoff of his statewide bid.
Not Very Heavy Excursion Business Warned by Railroads
Railway companies report light excursion traffic this summer due to hard times. Insurance adjusters are on site today settling the fire loss at the Blumberg and Hirshfield junk shop.
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Blumberg & Hirshfield
Papers to Merge Angola Magnet with Steuben County Republican
The Angola Magnet will be merged with the Steuben County Republican in September, consolidating local papers under a single publication. The move aims to streamline coverage for residents of Angola and Steuben County and strengthen editorial resources.
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Angola
Steuben County
Republican
Marriage Licenses and Local Baseball Preview
Marriage licenses issued to Harry B Seal of Milford age 28 and Myrtle , Nappanee age 18. Leeper Park hosts Goshen Greys versus Sun Sunday at 8 80 p m at the baseball park with special car service to the new ball park.
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Harry B Seal
Milford
Myrtle
Nappanee
Leeper Park
Goshen
Ball Park
New Ball ‘Park
Wabash County Father Fatally Shoots Son While Aiming at Weasel
Virgil Doe Whitmyre, 13, son of David Whitmyre, a Wabash County farmer, was accidentally shot and killed yesterday morning when his father fired at a weasel in an orchard. The mother is prostrated and a physician tended the family as neighbors recalled the tragic event.
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David Whitmyre
Wabash County
Virgil Doe Whitmyre
Whitmyre
Mr. Whitmyre
Elkhart Resident Struck by Interurban Car
John McNaughton, an elderly Elkhart resident, was struck by an Elkhart bound interurban at Main and Clinton streets yesterday. He touched the car as it rounded the curve and was knocked down by the steps, escaping serious injury with only bruises after bystanders aided him. He rode the car to Elkhart, shaken by the incident.
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John McNaughton
Elkhart
Clinton Street
Main Street
McNaughton
Ekhart
Prohibition Conventions Set for August in Springbrook Park
In the Thirteenth District a prohibition convention will meet at Springbrook Park near South Bend on Friday August 21 to nominate a candidate for long and short terms. State Chairman Lough of Indianapolis will attend. Three candidates have announced Elie Newman Rochester T C Barnes South Bend and Barney Uline Nappanee. The St Joseph county convention will be at the same venue and day with sessions starting at 10 30 a m to cover all business for both conventions.
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Springbrook Park
South Bend
Lough
Indianapolis
Elie Newman
Rochester
T. C. Barnes
Barney Uline
Nappanee
St. Joseph County
Several Local Births Reported in Middlebury Area
A daughter was born Wednesday to Mr. and Mrs. Howard J. Shellenberger two miles northwest of Middlebury. A daughter was born yesterday to Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Johnston of Middlebury. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Anna Ulery of Clinton township on Wednesday. A son was born to the wife of Abraham C. Yoder of Middlebury. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Davis near Burns’ station are the parents of a son. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Shupert near Middlebury.
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Howard J. Shellenberger
Middlebury
J. J. Johnston
Anna Ulery
Clinton Township
Abraham C. Yoder
Gus Davis
Burns’ Station
Roy Shupert
Boat Passengers Frightened After Steamer Collision
The City of Benson Harbor struck a partly submerged log about 10 miles off St. Joseph Harbor, knocking two wheel buckets loose. The impact jolted the vessel but all passengers remained calm as the tug Bonita stood by ready.
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Benson Harbor
St. Joseph Harbor
Valparaiso Saloons Close After Dry District Move
Three Valparaiso saloons shut down last night as business districts went dry in March. Eight saloons have closed since then due to enforcement. Police seized all liquor at the Franklin hotel under the blind tiger law after the city denied a license, though the hotel held state and county permits.
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Valparaios
Valparaiso
Franklin Hotel
Finishing Marble Work on County Court House
Contractor P H McCormack leads marble finishing on the Miami county court house project. The circuit court room progress is notable as the firm advances the large contract. McCormack travels between Peru and the site, coordinating the extensive work.
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McCormack
Court House
Circuit Court Room
P. H. McCormack
Peru
Miami County
Abduction Case Ties Williamsport Farm Theft to Elkhart Capture
Harry Sortman, 20, a Williamsport area farm hand, was arrested at his uncle's Elkhart home for larceny and abducting Lucy Hanford, 15 or 16, after they bought train tickets to Elkhart. He confessed spending most of $130 of $150 stolen from farmer Peter Glosser. Hanford sought marriage to Sortman before the arrest. an official telegram from Williamsport confirmed the abduction report.
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Harry Sortman
Williamsport
Jesse Whitmer
Middlebury Street
Elkhart
Keystone State
Sortman
Lucy Hanford
Peter Glosser
Whitmer
Miss Hanford
Eagles convention set for Seattle next Tuesday
The grand aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles will meet in Seattle the birthplace of the order with about 25,000 Eagles expected. The judiciary committee reviews 1,000 proposed amendments and many may be rejected. A new ritual could be offered at the convention with Frank E. Herring of South Bend poised to be named grand worthy vice president after serving as grand treasurer.
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Order of Eagles
Seattle
Frank E. Herring
South Bend
Mrs Harrison Improves as Family Heads to Oklahoma
Hon. W. C. B. Harrison reports Mrs Harrison's continued improvement and the family’s move from Leon Iowa toward Gallatin Missouri crossing the river at St Joseph. They’ve been away eight weeks and expect four or five more to reach Oklahoma with mail reaching them at Gila tin in coming days.
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W. C. B. Harrison
Democrat
Leon
Iowa
Struck by Lightning in Midlbury Standstill Escape
Joe D Nihart and his son David near Midlbury survived a Tuesday storm when lightning hit the chimney and entered the home through the door rendering them unconscious. Both have recovered fully with no aftereffects anticipated. County Superintendent cited. In the Amos J Hoover case B F Deahl represents the county superintendent individually while J B Gattshall serves as county attorney representing the county's interests.
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Joe D. Nihart
Middlebury
Mr. Nihart
David
Amos J. Hoover
Weaver
B. F. Deahl
J. B. Gattshall
Strine's Release Sought in Murder Pardon Pleas
Petitions for Ora Strine's pardon circulate after his Elkhart circuit court murder conviction for killing his wife on December 14 1901. Strine was sentenced to life imprisonment January 31 1903. Indiana Attorney General James Bingham will speak on temperance in Elkhart August 8. Chris Weiss of South Bend has been missing for a week, alarm prompting concern.
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Strine
Ora Strine
Elkhart
String
James Bingham
Indiana
Elkhart Ministerial Association
Chris, Weiss
South Bend
Massena to Fight Embezzlement Charge in September Trial
Roy Massena of Warsaw, recently arrested in Indianapolis on embezzlement charges from Kosciusko County, plans a strong defense in the circuit court the second week of September. He alleges long‑standing lax books in the treasurer’s office and aims to review county records after returning to Warsaw to assess shortages during prior administrations.
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Kosciuuske County
Roy Massena
Warsaw
Indianapolis
Kosciuske County
James J. Babcock
Massella
Belle Telephone Company
Massena
Long List of Speakers Announced for Indiana Campaign Tour
The Indianapolis News lists Democratic and Republican speakers slated to tour Indiana before the November election. Democrats include Kern Marshall Shively Her ing Ralston Berwin Land Dixon Adair Bynum Rauch Bowers Cox Spencer Ryan, plus national figures. Republicans feature Fairbanks Beveridge Hemenway Watson Chaney Landis Griffiths Taylor Hunt Harris Clarke Durbin Landis and others as assignments are made.
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Indianapolis News
Indiana
Hoosterdoom
John W. Kern
Thomas BR. Marshall
B. F. Shively
Frank E. Hering
S. M. Ralston
Richard K. Berwin
John E. Land
Dixon
Adair
William D. Bynum
Rauch
Claude Bowers
Cox
John W. Spencer
M. A. Ryan
Fairbanks
Beveridge and
Hemenway
Watson
Chaney and Landis
John L. Griffiths
W. L. Taylor
Union B. Hunt
Addison C. Harris
W. S. Haggard
George E. Clarke
W. T. Durbin
Fred Landis
Wabash man shoots self after talk with clerk
Earl Rife, after telling John Beaver at Spikers store in Wabash County to read something, pulled a .22 pistol from his pocket and shot himself in the temple. He staggered back into the store, bleeding heavily, and was reported in critical condition with love troubles cited as a motive.
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Earl Rife
John Beaver
Spikers
Wabash County
Rife
Improvements at Davis tract west of canal
Charles A. Davis plans land improvements across from Madison street with filling of low land and a bridge over the canal. He intends to erect a number of cottages on the tract.
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Charles A. Davis
Madison Street
No Rain Since July 3 Impacts Local Crops Near Fairlawn Farm
A dry streak since July 3 spans about a mile wide from here to New Paris, affecting Fairlawn farm and extending past the Zinn school house with crops ruined. In Indianapolis, U S Senator James A Henenway opened campaign headquarters at the Claypool hotel and seeks re election.
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Here
New Paris
Fairlawn Farm
Zinn
Indianapolis
United States
James A. Henenway
Claypool
Resumes His Position After Injury
William B. Bronson formerly of Goshen, last seen at Warsaw and Winona Lake, has resumed his position as conductor with the company after breaking his collar bone in the accident a month ago.
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Willam B. Bronson
Goshen
Warsaw
Winona Lake
Marriage at St Joseph in Michigan Unites Earl Stimson and Mira Grace Minnis
Earl Stimson and Mira Grace Minnis of this city were married last Sunday at St Joseph Michigan. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Samuel Minnis of North Maithe street.
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St.’ Joseph
Earl Stimson
Mira Grace Minnng
St. Joseph
Mich
Mra
Samuel Minnis Er
North Mat ‘Etreet
Local News Briefs From Indiana Towns In September Plans
Columbia City discusses hospital talk Whitley teachers plan county institute at Columbia City First week of September. Old settlers of Noble county hold annual Albion reunion with speeches by O. L. Baron. George W. Burkhart of Cass county buys paint as Bryant vies for president. Wm. Fronefield of Decatur files sixth divorce petition. Balloon ascent at Butler ends with fire and a $50 purse raised. Wells county Republicans nominate ticket including Lancaster Barr Hutsell and Brown with BH Neal giving key address.
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Mary Todd
Warsaw
Kendallville
Fred Davis
Bluffton
Navy
Miami County
Peru
Whitley County
Columbia City
W. H. Huber
Lafayette
Fred Weicking
Germany
St. Joseph's Orphan Asylum
Fort Wayne
Noble County
Albion
O. L. Baron
Lagrange
James Harris
Winona Lake
Kosciusko County
George W. Burkhart
Cass County
Bryan
Wm. Fronefield
Decatur
Robert Peterson
Spring Beach
Pleasant Point
Rome City
Harry Darwin
Butler
Lcense
Harry Beaver
F. H. Bentz
Elkhart
W. C. Houtz
North Webster
Harold Johncom
Nappanee
Emanuel Z. Miller
Harry Stone
Ft. Wayne
John L. Paulus
Marion
Wells County
Louis G. Lancaster
Robert Barr
Louis Hutsell
Homer Ashcroft
A. W. Brown
Clark Funk
Joseph McClue
BH. E. Neal
Trustee Darst Told to Stop Paying County Funds
State attorneys served notice demanding Warren Darst the trustee of the closed Kosciusko county War saw bank halt payments to the county treasurer. The county holds about 30000 in deposits with no preferred claims and depositors push for return of funds. Potential injunctions loom if payments continue.
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Warren Darst
Kosciusko County
Warsaw
Darst
Identification effort continues for Moll brother case
Trying Identification. Co C and Martin Moll of Grand Rapids with Coroner Meek and Dr Bowell remain in LaPorte. They travel to Piney Lake cemetery to exhume a body near Rolling Prairie to identify if it is John Moll. The work is slow and uncertain. No stone will be left unturned.
Haymaking Event At Warsaw Ends With Banquet
A Goshen group assisted in hay content initiation at Warsaw last night. The evening included ceremonies and a banquet. Dr. H. K. Lemon and his son attended, with remarks praising the building progress.
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Warsaw
H. K.lemon
Aie Son, Hawke-Gortngr
Electric line proposal across Elkhart to Kalamazoo
A proposed electric streetcar line would run from Kalamazoo through Elkhart to South Bend. The board held no decision on the tender and study continues on the franchise granted in Elkhart to traverse the region.
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Kalamazoo
Huen
Sdpheccioen
Elkhart
South Bend
Widow in attempted self harm after purse theft case
A widow, fears she faced accusation of stealing her son's purse, attempted suicide at Huntington by cutting her throat with a razor. The incident followed a missing $119 from her son Edwin Keefer's home, with a search noting a cornfield near the house. Police questioned a man present on the day of the theft. Republican editors meeting at Westminster hotel discussed district party affairs with several officials in attendance.
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Marty L. Keefer
Huntington
Rasor
Edwin Keefer
Try
Mra Keeter
Wineains
Westminster Hotel
Winous
George. Wood
Vioent Fairbanks
Carl
Republican
Star Mittee
Gressman Gilhame
Trict
Charles W. Miller
Samuel Bale of Harrison Mentioned in Local Inquiry
Fragmentary text suggests a reference to Samuel Bale of Harrison in a local inquiry or report. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Samuel Bale
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