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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1908
Page
1
Garrett visitors fill Island Park with several hundred fans as Goshen defeats Garrett 4 to 2 in the fifth clash of the season. Deitrich pitched for Garrett. Goshen's timely hitting and fielding, aided by W O W band music, secured the win with key runs in the first and later innings.
Garrett faced a strong challenge as Longbreak moved to first on Pratt’s errant throw in the sixth. Patsy and V Wysong made clutch catches in left and right fields while Deitrich and Geyer fanned hitters. Final line shows Garrett 2 Goshen 4 with 8 and 7 hits and 3 and 7 strikeouts respectively.
A southbound Big Four freight derailed after an air bar broke on a car near bridge N.108 west of the cemetery at about 7:45 this morning. Wrecker from Wabasa cleared the track, delaying passenger train No. 33 which was rerouted from Elkhart over the Lake Shore and due at 9:16 a.m.
Lou Wagner returns from weeks abroad visiting John Reiger in Dallas who runs a wholesale tobacco business and John Shirk in Oklahoma City who has a growing law practice and a new home. Wagner enjoyed Oklahoma and may relocate there.
Mr and Mrs Sam Silverman of Goshen plan to relocate to Chicago in a few days. Friends regret their departure as Mr Silverman has led Goshen’s Economy advertising department and is described as an experienced newspaper man and top ad writer.
The South Bend council declines to interfere with the Union Pacific South Bend and Northern Indiana railroad company erecting a freight depot in a thickly populated city area.Several property owners objected, but the council followed advice from the city attorney to stay hands off.
Prospects for the second annual Wikhart county fair are splendid with extensive advertising across the section and special rates promoted by the Winona company along its entire line.
John M. Bardo of Bristol age 24 and Ines M. Cripe of Bristol age 20 are issued a marriage license. Earl B. Saal of Goshen age 20 and Pearl James of Goshen age 20 receive licenses. Harry Miller of Elkhart age 26 and Taura Yo der of Elkhart age 26 listed but amount shown as five dollars.
Rupert Beyrer of South Bend had a steel splinter in his leg for sixteen years that caused no trouble until it was finally removed. The operation ended a long-standing personal medical anomaly.
A special car attached to the north bound Big Four train carried Buick racing machines from Indianapolis to the Flint Michigan factory at noon.
Stephen Sarapin a Polock aged 24 is held in Marion county jail as a suspected murderer awaiting word from Batavia police.
All city schoolhouses are being prepared for the fall term opening two weeks hence on Monday September 6. The preparations aim to ensure ready classrooms desks and supplies for students and staff.
James M. Bardo age 24 and Ines M. Cripe age 20 both of Bristol were married by Justice Whisler Saturday at the justice's parlors.
Becknell hospital reports Albert Chubb five miles south of the city was operated on this afternoon for appendicitis.
State authorities inspect county jails and make recommendations to improve conditions and operations across facilities.
Retail note proclaims urgent sale with no reasonable offers refused. Encourages immediate action saying time is short and to avoid delays at Lion Store.
Clarence Hurley, held on intoxication charges at Goshen jail, evaded parole reporting. Ohio State Penitentiary officers from Mansfield are en route to take him into custody after papers found in his pockets revealed the violation. Hurley is brother in law to Mrs. Fred Burgess, suing for divorce in Elkhart. Burgess was involved in a separate court action in Cincinnati. Hurley resisted arrest during the jail pickup.
A Sunday afternoon crash on the Pike and First streets curve involved a 3 30 C S B N interurban car and John Deering’s auto of Wakarusa. The running board was split and steps were damaged. the interurban car was halted to prevent upset as several passengers rode in Deering’s vehicle.
Rol land Clary, who vanished on the evening of his wedding to Miss Isa Kirtlan, has returned home in Wabash as an invalid with no recollection of leaving. Miss Kirtlan, who kept guests for three hours past the set time awaiting his appearance, has forgiven him, but the future wedding is uncertain.
During a leisure trip around the Great Lakes Mr. Earl Long and Mrs. Long along with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kurtz tossed a bottle with a note bearing Mr. Long’s address into Lake Michigan near Mackinac Island aboard the S S Manitou. The note washed ashore in Chicago, proving the bottle’s long journey.
A. M. Moon editor of the Dowagiac Daily Herald and Clifford C. Ward business manager face a court suit. Moon seeks $3,000 in damages alleging breach of contract. Ward and H. J. Agnew helped establish the Herald a year ago. Moon claims Ward failed to honor his investment agreement.
Rupert BE Davis, moved from New York to Laporte, admits embezzlement totaling over $1,000 after a confession to Herman Cherry. His wife Carrie Robbins of North Liberty visits and pledges all her money to replace the stolen funds if it saves him from prison.
Goshen stockholders in the Cooperative Construction Co. which began building an electric line between Chicago and New York have been advised a meeting will be held in Portland Maine. Stock held locally is scarce and meetings are typically held at distant sites.
Fifty farmers and several Warsaw businessmen met at Winona Lake to form an organization aimed at establishing a national agricultural chautauqua. Secretary Wilson of the Department of Agriculture will participate on the program this year.
Suit brought today at Michigan City against the Chicago, South Bend and Northern Indiana Railway company the Murdock line seeks 2500 dollars in damages for injuries said to have been received in South Bend by Iva Corpe.
Rev. George O. Jost of Rochester vanished after leaving for Chicago on August 10. He has not been seen since, with authorities urged to locate him.
Fragment mentions Celtic wall finish resembles Maresco with wash possibility. Notes names Leidner and Haseall as likely persons or brands. Context insufficient for concrete event or outcome.
Leo Click a 27 year old porter from Pittsburg Pa. sleeping at the Syracuse station was run over by a moving freight at 10 30 pm. His right leg was crushed and amputated five inches below the knee at Sacred Heart hospital Garrett. He had been visiting Lake Wawasee as a summer employee.
The South Bend Times condemns eight of ten councilmen for journeying 750 miles to Montreal for a convention. It argues city finances suffer, needed improvements are postponed, and the trip serves personal gain rather than public use. The councilmen near term end and ineligible for re election, depriving constituents of accountability.
Marshal Rimmel commented on his presence at the raid saying a man has the right to a glass of beer. He noted he is a Democrat but appointed by Mayor James H. Graves, a Republican, in the Kendallville blind tiger case set for August 31.
Peter J. Scheld of Fort Wayne, a Democratic candidate for councilman at large, filed suit in the circuit court requesting opening of voting machines and counting of votes, claiming to prove he won one nomination in the July 23 primary election.
Jack Gulsek and Victoria Ullman, who eloped from Chicago and wed at Crown Point, were arrested at Jack Burke's resort on an affidavit charging bigamy filed by a woman claiming to be Gulsek's wife. She carried an 18 month old child she says is Gulsek's.
M. CG Shrock on South Main street is the local agent for Studebaker Mfg Co advertising buggies and harness. The note asserts all Studebaker products are first grade and praises Shrock’s agency.
Mr and Mrs Len Hahn witnessed a Saturday Indianapolis race accident in which three people were killed. They described the slight as an awful one.
Theodore Eberly of near Kendallville received 400 dollars from the T. & C. I. traction company to settle a suit arising from injuries to his daughter Edith Eberly.
Gra dy s Asthma and Hay Fever remedy promises immediate relief. Sold by druggists nationwide.
A brief notice offers painting and paper hanging with wall tinting services. Mentions Leidner and Haséall as providers and notes finish work on interiors. No prices listed.
Report describes Tony Tino, an Elkhart Italian, as the killer of Frank Fortino and likely to evade capture. Police admit little progress, noting Tino may have fled or hidden. A $100 reward remains, with Fortino’s friends still searching but growing hopeful he may never be found.
Hundreds visit Otis J. Beeson’s drug store for a grand opening featuring an ice less fountain, tasting refreshments, and a musical program by Miss Druscilla Coats on harp Sam P. Starr clarinet and Lamar Hutchinson violin. The store is decorated with palms and flowers for the event.
Funeral services for Charles Crary who died in Dallas from sunstroke were held Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the home of Thomas A. Gilmore on Cottage avenue. Rev Mayor of the First M E church officiated. Undertaker Silver claims a prior contract to crem ate the body and the remains were placed in the receiving vault pending settlement with relatives.
Lena Sidman sues The Red Line Delivery company of South Bend for five thousand dollars. She claims injuries after a messenger on a motorcycle spooked her horse, causing a run of the animal and fractured ribs.
Three to four minor companies still pending respond. A total of 184,129.20 dollars has been paid into the state treasury as three percent of gross business for the first six months, after deducting bona fide losses. The same period last year brought in 168,572.26 dollars.
Mrs. Anna Storley Immel aged 73, native of Norway and wife of Francis M. Immel, died in Whitehall Wisconsin. Survived by her husband and seven children. She was a sister of C. M. Immel and Isaiah Immel and an aunt of Mrs. C. H. Cripe of Goshen. Immel left here years ago for the northwest.
To start light project for park system lighting similar to Mishawaka, the Elk Hart Industrial Association will tomorrow night host a beefsteak dinner at the Depot hotel.
A carriage carrying Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus McCloughan was struck by a War saw and a Winona car near Winona Lake. The couple, aged 70 and 60, escaped serious injuries.
Fort Wayne observes a dry Sunday with saloons allowed to open from noon until 7 p.m. following issued orders. The policy reflects a recent shift in local alcohol rules and enforcement timing for the day.
Fragmentary notice reads Yammants offering half price on paper sale items with Leidner and Hascall referenced in the text.
A long list shows residents from Chicago, Kalamazoo, Syracuse, Denver, Lit tle Rock, and Noblesville visiting family or relocating. It notes trips to Mishawaka, Elkhart, Lake Wawasee, Wawasee, Silver Lake, and Columbia City with stays at hotels and cottages. Several families and individuals, including Lieuts Simpson and Howert, are mentioned alongside social visits and hosting duties.
Charles Cartwright of Atwood was bitten by a rattlesnake while threshing in a barn at Ephriam Rough farm near Crystal Lake in Kosciusko County. His recovery is reported as uncertain.
James A. Peak with a force of painters completed exterior work at the Lake Shore buildings in Goshen today and will proceed to Millersburg and Ligonier to carry out similar painting operations.
Active steps toward the proposed line include filing articles of incorporation for the Fort Wayne and Toledo Traction Co The route is planned to touch Bryan reinforcing progress on the project and signaling moving forward with construction plans
To Remove to Indianapolis District Attorney and Mrs C W Miller have leased property in Indianapolis and will take up residence there about Oct 1st.
Franklin Fox performs My Wife's Gone to the Country and Love I Love I Love My Wife the crowd roars from coast to coast as radio listeners hear the new country and love ballads. The singer showcases his latest selections in a cross country tour.
Time is near for wall paper remnants from Leidner and Bascall. Take half off large year designs while stocks last.
Hugh Blaker is under arrest in Elkhart on charges of taking Charles Megley’s car from the Warner forage for a joy ride. He allegedly drove at 40 miles an hour, wrecking the vehicle to an estimated $150 to $156 in damage. his trial is set for tomorrow morning.
A large, respectable crowd enjoyed a delightful Wa wasee evening at the Wawasee Inn. The grand ballroom featured an ex-mayor of Chicago leading the march, striking and amusing costumes, and a vaudeville show by Inn talent that drew high praise. The inn has run to capacity since July 25 and management is pleased with guest appreciation.
The South Bend community reacts to the unanimous dismissal of Calvin Moon as superintendent by the city school board. John A. Wood of Laporte named his successor, with Moon hinting at legal challenge and possible forced removal amid lively school activities.
The Mount Pisgah gathering drew an estimated 5 060 attendees on Saturday. Speakers included Frank J. Dunton of Lagrange and Hon J S Drake of Goshen. Congressman Cyrus Cline attended but could not speak due to his ailing mother.
Workmen for GC A Wald of Lagrange uncovered a mastodon head in a drainage ditch project on the D H Mast farm in Newbury township. The skull measures 26 inches eye to eye and the tusk hole is several inches wide. Only the head has been found so far.
Miss Ida Brueggeman of Kendallville plans a 7000 mile journey to South America where she will marry Martin J. Frosch, a young Lutheran missionary, as announced in local notices.
One Stanhope rubber tire buggy, one fine rubber tire carriage and harness. In first class condition and used but briefly. Must sell at once. Leaving city. The Lion Store 21.
Farmers report the melon harvest is abundant yet prices remain unusually high. Dealers cite tight supplies and strong demand in the market, pushing costs upward for buyers and impacting seasonal fruit sales.
A fragmented report notes the canning season starting as growers report a large tomato crop yet face unclear conditions and rising production costs. Local markets anticipate peak activity as vendors prepare supplies and schedules.
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