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Newspaper

Goshen Daily Democrat

Location

Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1908

Page

5

Sunday School Conference Opens in Indiana Brethren Church

The Northern Indiana Sunday School conference of the Church of the Brethren met at Clinton and Fifth streets as sessions continued with addresses by M. Clyde Horst and a slate of speakers. A ten day Bible Institute will follow under Elder S. N. McCann of Lititz with India missionaries Alice Eby and Bertha Neher assisting.

Indiana Church of the Brethren Clinton and Fifth Streets M. Clyde Horst William Overholter Winnie Cripe C. J Wenger H. M. Fogelsonger Isabelle D. Stover J. H. Shrock Eli Roose L. H. Eby. Hach Christian Metzler May Hohe Almeda Miller North Bible Institute N. McCann Lititz India Alice Eby North Manchester Bertha Neher Milford R. W Nettie Cullar R. W. Davenport B. N. Heim Edith Waugaman

Camp Meeting Opens Near Dunlaps

Mennonite Brethren in Christ hold annual camp meeting in Weaver's Grove north of Dunlaps starting today. Elder N W Rich from Weeping Water Nebraska and Elder H F Beck from Pottsdam Ohio lead, with A B Yoder and Dr Curtis among speakers. Services daily at 10, 2 and 7, social greetings between sessions, many visitors from nearby counties expected.

Weaver's Grove Dunlaps Mennonite Brethren In Christ N. W. Rich Weeping Water Neb H. F. Beck Pottsdam A. B. Yoder Dr. Curtis Beulah Elkhart W. Myers Nappanes

Democrats Establish Campaign HQ in Old Council Chamber

Democrats of Elkhart township will run headquarters in the second floor council chamber of the Stonex block on North Main Street. A rental agreement with Stonex secures the space and rooms will open to the public in the near future for the Bryan Kern and Marshall club effort.

Speech by M Bologells at Indianapolis business event

The text notes a planned Nic speech in Indianapolis by M. Bologells addressing business men and supporting Bryan and Kerry Endianapella. It mentions press and the Big Way company.

M.-E. Ingallate Wee M.'Bologells Press of the Big Way Bryan Kery Endianapella Will

Robert N Wins Three Heats At Fairmount Pace

Robert N owned by Roy Trainor of Goshen won the pacing race at Fairmount in three straight heats. Best time reported as .2:19%. Driven by Brown the colored driver, Robert N is seven years old and has been raced only a short time.

Fairmount Robert N Roy Trainor Goshen Brown Robert N. Ls

National Republican chairman opens Western HQ in Chicago

National Chairman Hitchcock opened Western headquarters in Chicago today with Fred W. Upham in charge. The event marks a central organizing step for the party in the region.

Chicago National Hitchcock National Republican Committee Fred W. Upham

Bridge Construction Begins Over Rock Run Creek

National Concrete of Indianapolis has begun work on a new bridge spanning Rock Run Creek at North First Street, linking the North and South Sides and creating a new northern city route. City officials and committees have watched progress closely, noting the small structure will ease but not replace the older North Main Street bridge, which should be removed for a modern arch. county commissioners, however, have repeatedly declined support for the improvement.

National Concrete Company of Indianapolis Rock Run Creek North First Street North Main Street

Witness in court ordered jailed as wife dies prompt release

Joseph Freyz, thirty minutes late to testify in St Joseph circuit court, was jailed by Judge Feldman. News reached police that Freyz’s wife had died, and Chief McWeeny, without judge consultation, ordered Freyz released on his own recognizance.

Joseph Freyz St. Joseph Circuit Court Feldman Freyz

Civil War Veteran George Clarke Delo Dies in Elkhart

George Clarke Delo a long time Elkhart resident and former wagon maker died at home after a paralytic stroke last Sunday. Born July 22 1888 in Pennsylvania he led a local wagon industry for two decades and was active in Elmer Post G A R. Survived by his wife a son George E. Delo and four daughters funeral services set for Friday under the G A R post auspices.

Delo George Clarke Delo Elkhart Pennsylvania George E. Delo Elmer Post, G. A. R

Mehl Family Reunion Held at Shipshewana Lake

The Mehl family reunion occurred yesterday at Shipshewana lake near Shipshewana with a social day and a noon dinner. Boating was the main pastime for the youths and notable attendee Lee Hostetler of Canal Dover, QC. Officers elected included President Christian Stahley of the Forks, Secretary Miss Farrer of Mulberry, and Treasurer Himer Koontz of Goshen.

Mehl Shipshewana Lake Shipshewana Lee Hostetler Canal Dover Christian Stahley the Forks Miss Farrer Middlebury Himer Koontz Goshen

Paraded plans for Buffalo Bill Wild West in South Bend canceled

Disappointment widespread as the Buffalo Bill Wild West parade and street displays were cut from the South Bend event yesterday. Officials explained modifications under Barnum Bailey ownership, noting the Barnum and Bailey parade has been restored for the show.

South Bend Baroum and Bailey Ringiing Barnum & Bailey

Eva Booth to Speak at Winona Lake Event

Eva Booth of the Salvation Army will address the people at Winona Lake in the evenings of Monday Aug 36 and 170.

Eva Booth Winens Salvation Army Winona Lake Pandey

Jury Finds Smith Guilty in Saloon Midnight Violation

George L. Smith found guilty by a Justice court jury for allowing patrons in his saloon before 6 am in violation of the Indiana law. Fine set at $10 plus costs totaling about $37. an appeal expected. B A Dausman defended Smith. I L Burris prosecuted. Night Officer Elliott reported Sutherlin and Ratz in Smith’s saloon before 6 am. Jury list included foreman Abraham F Wilden and 11 others. Additional cases: Charles Smith pleaded guilty to intoxication and was fined $12. Rebecca Hidebridge accused John McGuire over an $8 board bill. compromise reached after a warrant served.

George L. Smith Baloon George_L. Smith Johnny Sutherlin Jacob Ratz Justice Whisler A. F. Wilden Smith B. A. Dausman I. L. Burris Elliott Sutherlin and Ratz Smith Place

Dog Bite During Brush Fire Near Syracuse

Howard Bentz six miles west of Syracuse and Deputy Q W Clemmer were inspecting a ditch when Bentz was bitten on the right leg below the knee by his dog. The dog’s fur caught fire from nearby flames. Bentz fought the fire and the dog bit him. No rabies danger seen, though the wound is painful.

Howard Bentz Syracuse Bentz Q. W. Clemmer Bents

Balloon ascensions barred in Elkhart on Sunday

Pastor Sylvester Bartlett of Grace United Brethren led a formal complaint to Police Chief Silvers demanding that balloon ascensions and other amusements not be permitted on the Sabbath. The police chief pledged that no balloonists would entertain crowds on Sundays.

Elkhart Sylvester Bartlett Grace United Brethren Church Bartlett

Arthur Wilson Returns to Elkhart From California Trip

Arthur Wilson arrived in Elkhart by rail after an auto trip with C. G. Conn to the Pacific coast. Wilson reports Conn will remain in Los Angeles indefinitely, drawn by Southern California climate. Wilson is an expert fisherman.

Arthur Wilson C. G. Conn Pacific Coast Elkhart Mr. Wilson Mr. Conn Los Angeles California

Marble stairway shipped for courthouse

The marble stairway for the courthouse has been shipped and placement work will begin soon. Delays arose from late arrival but once installed the contract with P. H. McCormack & Co. should be nearly complete. A socialist meeting and a canceled service in California are noted as postponed events.

Court House P. H. McCormack & Co

Big Pow Wow Planned in Warsaw by Red Men Group

About 500 Red Men from northern Indiana tribes are expected to attend a Labor Day powwow in Warsaw on September 7. The event, organized by Péashwa Tribe, includes band concerts and speeches by Grand Sachem Charles A. Robinson, plus open-air contests with prizes. Chiefs and braves from Goshen Elhart South Bend Burket Bourbon Mishawaka Garrett Fort Wayne will join, with events like pie eating nail driving and baseball throwing.

Indigna Warsaw Péashwa Tribe Charles A. Robinson Greenfield Goshen Elhart South Bend Burket Bourbon Mishawaka Garrett Fort Wayne Warsan

Sensational Suit Filed Against Mount Sterling Oil Co

HB Newton McCormick of Lexington Kentucky files in St. Joseph circuit court alleging conspiracy and fraudulent misappropriation of about $30,000 from Mount Sterling Oil Co. against directors William L. Kizer Dudley M. Shively Samuel M. Robinson Dr Frank T. Conklin Samuel R. Robinson and the firm Brady & Robinson. Suit seeks accounting and a receiver.

St. Joseph Mount Sterling Oil Co HB. Newton McCormick Lexington, Ky Oil Company and Lite William L. Kizer Dudley M. Shively Samuel M. Robinson Frank T. Conklin Samuel R. Robinson Braley & Robinson

Elk Hart County Court House Reconstruction Costs

The Elk Hart county court house project shows total appropriations of 148 128 80 dollars and an estimated completion cost near 160 000 dollars, potentially 175 000. Decorating will run 8 000 to 10 000 dollars. rebuilding began in March 1905 with completion targeted for January 1 1909.

Court House Elkhart County

Police Respond to Disturbance at Beck Home

Police were called to Levi Beck's First street residence after a fracas between Mr and Mrs Beck. Neighbors reported a disturbance but no arrests were made.

Levi Beck First Street

Missouri Letter Reports Crossing State Line to St Joseph

Ralph D. Harrison writes from Eaglesville Missouri dated August 11 describing travel across the Missouri line on Monday en route to St Joseph.

Missouri Democrat Eaglesville Ralph D. Harrison Missouri Line St. Joseph, Mo

Damage from roof leak at Laura Kindig building noted

A roof leak at the Mrs Laura Kindig building corner of any street and Lincoln avenue caused plastering to fall from Inotice Whisler's office. No injuries reported and repairs are to be scheduled by local authorities.

Change in Ownership at Opera House Tontaurant

A notice reports a change in ownership of the Opera House Tontaurant as former partner exits, with Mr Marshall assuming control of the business.

Tontaurant

Judge Stels Named Nominee for Superior Court

The biography notes Henry Stels, born in 1850s, educated at Notre Dame, practiced law in Winamac, served as prosecuting attorney for Starke and Pulaski counties, elected twice, then moved to South Bend. He gained reputation as a judge pro tem and special judge, and was nominated at the 1906 state Democratic convention for appellate court judge before relocating to South Bend to continue a successful legal career. The piece endorses his fitness for the upcoming superior court seat.

Starke Pulaski Indianapolis Stels Stele South Bend T. B. Howard Jefferson Building Steie Reading St. Joseph and Elkhart Henry A. Bateis

Ice Cream Social Aids Trinity Lutheran Church Debt

Trinity Lutheran church held an ice cream social at 301 South Tenth street hosted by Mrs. Matilda Bamberger. Despite heavy rain, the event drew many and raised about 76 dollars to help wipe out the church’s indebtedness.

Trinity Lutheran Church Matilda Bamberger South Tenth Street

Peculiar Wounding Incident Reported in Downtown

A Sheridan & Chapman bookkeeper, George Schacter, suffered a serious scalp wound in a Peculiar Way while seated with friends in a downtown business place during an evening. The event description notes an odd, unusual manner of injury.

George Schacter Sheridan & Chapman

Fragmentary note on Will and Bingham sequence

Incomplete OCR passage mentions Will and Bingham with unclear actions. The text implies a stoppage or insistence by others but provides no concrete event, date, or location. Further readable context is needed to identify persons, organizations, or the incident.

Crossings Must Be Properly Guarded By City Council

Official notice served on Lake Shore Company by city officials demands proper flagman protection at Indiana Avenue west of Oak Ridge cemetery and at the First Street crossing. Electric gong service deemed unsatisfactory. flagnan required at both crossings soon.

Lake.Shore Goshen Indiana “Avenue Oak Ridge Cemetery First Street

District editors elected in Winona area

Thirteenth district editors form a group in Winona electing W Starr of Goshen News Times as president and A Jernegan of Mishawaka Enterprise as secretary Twelfth district editors named W W Williamson of Columbia City Commercial Mail as president and Ray Willis of Angola Republican as secretary. Indian Creek dredging petition filed by Harley Hoover and 25 others seeks hand work to clean a four mile stream from Jefferson township into Pine Creek with county action anticipated in September. Big Four railroad assessment error noted in Democrats list misplacing the Elkhart Western figures. total railroad assessments in Elkhart County reach 4 250 960.

Winona W. Starr Goshen News-Timea Ha A. Jernegan Mishawaka Enterprise W. W. Williamson Columbia City, Commercial Mail Ray Willis Angola Republican Harley- Hoover Jefferson Township Pine Creek the Democrat Big Four Elkhart Western Elkhart County

Appointment Made for State Secretary in Connellsville

The Rev. J. A. E. formerly of bithe hart and who two wears bag the YMCA secretary at Connellsville PA has been made state secretary and will draw a good salary Rev Ebys advance in religious and temperance work has been rapid.

Eby Gots Bitte Hart Connellsville, Pa

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THE Brethren Church Democrats OPEN Mortuary Record Herbert Brundage John Brundage Milford Junction Oliver Galifornia Probhemion Bingham
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