Italians Press In Isonzo Battle For Objective
Rome reports progress on the Isonzo offensive with gains on both wings as Austrian counterattacks are repulsed. Verdun fighting wanes with French gains near Verdun and German prisoners and artillery captured. In the Baltic area Russian and Austro German fronts show movement toward Riga, with Russians retreating five miles along the coast. The Papal peace note is acknowledged by Germany and will be opposed until wider alliance talks with Turkey Austria Hungary and Bulgaria proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isonzo
Rome
Verdun
Cannnon
Aisne Front
Paris
Riva
Teutons
Petrograd
Pope Benedict Says No Expectation Of Early Peace
Mon Signor Giovanni Bonzano, apostolic delegate to the United States, says the pope does not expect early peace from the papal note to the belligerents. He is in Kansas City for the American Federation of Catholic Societies convention opening Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Giovanni Bonzano
United States
American Federation of Catholic Societies
Pope Benedict
Goshen Man Drafted into National Army
A 27 year old Goshen resident with three years in the regular army and three in the Indiana national guard has been drafted into the national army. He underwent a serious operation a year ago and married last September. He enlisted in the regular army when about 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regular Army
Indiana National Guard
National Army
Superintending Road Overseer Moves to Ligonier
Burl Johnson of Crawfordsville supervises the Li gonier Cromwell highway project with Cripe Seaman of Goshen and the Northern Construction Co. of Elkhart under contract. Mr Johnson has relocated to Ligonier to oversee the work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burl Johnson
Crawfordsville
Ligonier-Cromwell Highway
Cripe & Seaman
Goshen
Northern Con. Co
Elkhart
Mr. Johnson
Ligonier
Fire destroys Eli Vernon barn in Benton Township
A barn on the former Eli Vernon farm in Benton Township was destroyed by fire. The loss is partially covered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eli -Vernon
Benton Township
Russia in Deep Mystery as Kerensky Crisis Grows
Washington reports say Russia's situation remains a deep mystery with German intrigue suspected to unseat Premier Kerensky. Dispatches from Petrograd hint at serious tension and possible open conflict if factions fail to reach agreement within days. Dramatic developments are anticipated within 48 hours.
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Washington
Russia
Petrograd
Kerensky
Moscow
State Department
Suffragists in Indianapolis map Indiana efforts
At a suffrage conference in Indianapolis Mrs. Richard B. Edwards of Peru outlined three action plans for Indiana: campaign for a national constitutional amendment, support of the Beardsley full suffrage amendment to the Indiana constitution, and push for full state suffrage via a constitutional convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Woman’s Franchise League of
Indiana
Richard BE. Edwards
Peru
Exemption Board Grants Claims In Local District
Sheriff Sanford Clerk Rimpler and Dr GO Inks presided over exemption hearings. Registrants Beutler Vallades DeBoer Stutsman Rensberger Hershberger Count Ganger Hughes Luke Miller Bontrager Johnson Radolpt Bickel Phillips Brenneman Barringer Miller Robinson McClure Lechnitner Price Guida Ecklebarger Bauman Bender Beck Beck Hinton Close Stouder Yoder Ulery Crip Blosser Brunner Dykstra Neff were exempted. Thirteen men passed physical tests, including Newell Croop and Croop, Culp, Berkey, Rupoldt, Mongette, Brothers, Bibler, Burkholder, Mon gle, and Mewers. Some will refile for industrial exemption before Fort Wayne board. One registrant left for Bible school Zion City AL to pursue missionary work in Africa after studies in NYC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff Sanford
Rimpler
GO. A. Inks
Nappanee
Jacob R. Beutler
5. Vallades
Orval J. DeBoer
L. G.stutsman
Ralph D. Rensberger
Leander J. Hershberger
Frank Count
Leroy Ganger
Harvey Hughes
Clyde Luke
W. A. Miller
Levi A. Bontrager
Harold R. Johnson
August F. Radolpt
Rollin J. Bickel
Robert FE. Phillips
Clyde Brenneman
Sylvester J. Barringer
Orba Miller
Orval Robinson
Alfred K. McClure
Nelson L. Lechnitner
Warner E. Price
Modesta F. Guida
Vilas Ecklebarger
Irvin G. Bauman
Charles W. Bender
Wilbur F. Beck
Earl G. Beck
Edward L. Hinton
Chas. BE. Close
Roy Stouder
George V. Yoder
Geo. W. Ulery
Roy Cripe
Timothy H. Blosser
Hubert R. Brunner
Dick Dykstra
John C. Neff
Zion City
Von Kuehlmann Outlines Foreign Policy Duty in Reichstag Speech
Amsterdam dispatch reports Dr. Richard von Kuehlmann, new German imperial foreign secretary, warns that policy grounded in might without right is doomed. He emphasizes immense responsibility amid strong external foes and internal peril and outlines a program of action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Richard Vom Kuehlmann
Reichstag
Berlin
von Kuehlman Mappet
Embargo Placed on Sulphur Exports to Canada
The Associated Press reports an embargo on exporting sulphur to Canada to conserve US war needs. Canadian wood pulp mills provide about three fourths of the print paper used by US newspapers and will be seriously affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Canada
United States
Leyland Liner Devonian Sunk by German Sub
Boston August 23 officials confirm the Leyland liner Devonian left an Atlantic port July 25 and was sunk presumably by a German submarine. No word yet on the crew’s fate as authorities await further details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Devonian
Atlantic
Latta residence to become six modern apartments in Elkhart
Six modern apartments designed by Simmons & Simmons will transform the Latta residence at 117 West Clinton into six units with hot water heat running water gas and electric lights and built in furnishings. The project preserves interior plaster and wood work while adding tile terrace lawn and landscape features. Leases already signed for some units and more applications expected. contract slated for mid September with work to begin immediately to house tenants before cold weather. The Latta house previously served as Greystone hotel less than a year ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simmons & Simmons, Elkhart
Latta
West
Clinton Street
Italian Offense Deepens in Isonzo Front
In Udine Austria losses estimated at 30,000 men over the first two days of the new Italian offensive in the Isonzo region. The tally covers killed wounded and prisoners as Italian troops advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Udine
Italy
Isonzo
Portland chosen as 1918 G. A. R. encampment city
Portland Oregon was selected as the 1918 encampment site by the G. A. R. at the 51st annual encampment sessions in Boston Atlantic City New Jersey was a close second losing by one vote
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Portland
Ore
Atlantic City
N. J
Indiana Man Named G A R Leader At National Encampment
Orlando A. Somers of Kokomo was elected commander in chief at the national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic in Boston with no opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Orlando A. Somers
Kokomo
Penrose Family Offered Five Thousand For Montana Holdings
John Penrose and his sons who left Millersburg three years ago after investing $1,000 in Montana land have been offered $5,000 for their possessions. Friends who traveled to the northwest report the offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Penrose
Millersburg
Montana
Northwest
West Builds Pickle Empire on Two Acres
C F West of Millersburg owns two acres planted in pickles and has sold 85 bushels netting over 100 dollars. The Grit notes the vines are just beginning to bear and that West’s yield is the best yet recorded in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. F
Millersburg
Local families welcome newborns in city births
Mr and Mrs George Coyle of South Main street announce the birth of an eight pound daughter. Mr and Mrs Claude Beane of Jonesville Michigan welcome their son Newell Beane. Mrs Beane was formerly Miss Ruth Newell of this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Coyle
South Main Street
Newell ‘Beane
Claude Beane
Jonesville
Mich
Beane
Ruth Newell
Indiana entomologist warns cocoons pickers in Kendallville
The Indiana state entomologist advises Kendallville residents collecting tussock moth cocoons not to scratch their necks after several pickers suffered poisoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Kendallville
Jamestown Concrete Highway Progress in Bango Township
The Jamestown concrete highway in Bango township is more than half finished. W. W. Hatch & Sons Co. holds the contract with Ray Hatch serving as superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamestown
Bango Township
W. W. Hatch & Sons Co
Ray
Hatch
City School Faculty for Coming Semester Selected by Board
The city schools reopen Labor Day morning September 3. The board announced a faculty list for the coming term across High School Chandler and Goshen districts with principals and teachers named. War unlikely to disrupt classes though some students have offered services to the government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City School
Jeffry
Elizabeth Dugdale
Stella Peetle
W. A. Stone
Clara Trautwein
Bonnie Deniston
Daglish
H. Duker
Esther Lemans
A. BE. Condon
Nellie T. Reller
Helen C. Neligh
East Goshen
F. W. Stultz
Swimming parties grow popular at Buttermilk Point
The Ligonier correspondent reports swimming parties at Lake Wawa see near Buttermilk Point. Participants include Misses Gingerich Fishback Blanche Harsh and Ella Foote of Ligonier along with Hector Sack Paul Gunder George R. Hussey San Yager and Marie Ransley from the same city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ligonier
Fort Wayne
Joseph Bickel Dead in Mishawaka at 75
Joseph Bickel, 75, a Baden Germany native who lived in Mishawaka for 50 years, died at his home there. He married Mary Zimmerman of Mishawaka on June 28, 1868. Surviving are his wife and two sons and two daughters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Bickel
Joseph Bickel, Jr
Baden
Germany
Mishawaka
Mary Zimmerman
Paschal Sells Studio, Plans Extended Goshen Stay
Co. F. Paschal parts with his Goshen studio to Percy G. Williams of Decatur Ind and will retain an interest in the enterprise. He will remain in Goshen indefinitely rather than depart for Montana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Co. F. Paschal
Percy G. Williams
Decatur, Ind
Goshen
Montana
Gov Goodrich Ill in Indianapolis Hospital
Gov. Goodrich remains ill at the Methodist hospital in Indianapolis with unclear diagnosis. Overwork is blamed for the breakdown after long office hours. physicians caution rest as his temperature fluctuates and typhoid fever is feared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Goodrich
Methodist Hospital
Sustaining Local Boards in Indiana Appeal Results
Army exemption appeal boards in Indiana report most local board findings sustained. In the Third district Indianapolis, 110 appeals were taken and only five were granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Indiana
Nationwide Food Survey to Include Private Pantries
Washington announces a nationwide food survey to begin soon extending to pantries in private homes. A live stock committee has been named to oversee the initiative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States to float second Liberty Loan after Sept
Washington reports that the United States plans to issue a second Liberty Loan shortly after September 15. The move aims to raise wartime funds as public support and investment activities continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Elkhart County Council Sets 1918 Budget at 200000
The Elkhart county council will meet September 4 at the court house to approve expenses for 1918 and additional 1917 appropriations. Members listed include John Sheets Cyrus Frye James Peters Benjamin Gardner Anne Clark Charles Fisher and David Conrad. The total expected spend is about 200000 with levy decisions and other matters to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart County
Court House
John Sheets
Union Township
Cyrus E. Frye
Concord Township
James R. Peters
Jackson Township
Benjamin F. Gardner
Elkhart Township
Anne Clark
Charles Fisher
Osolo
David Conrad
Northern Indiana Deaths Report
The body of Mrs J C Bontrager of Emma who died suddenly at her son's home near Jet Okla was buried at Miller cemetery north of Emma. She was 68. Paralysis and other ailments caused the death of Minerva Sefton 73 widow of Thomas Sefton at her son Blaine L Sefton’s home in LaGrange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Bontrager
Emma
Jet
Okla
Miller Cemetery
Peru editor assaulted by county clerk in office
Paul J. Meifeld city editor of the Peru Journal and former Notre Dame student swore out a warrant for Aaron S. Berger Miami county clerk after an office intrusion for exemption board records. Berger’s trial is set for September 11, stirring a great sensation in Peru.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul J. Meifeld
Peru Journal
Notre Dame
Aaron S. Berger
Miami County
Meifeld
Berger
Peru
Wabash Jail Escape By Sawing Bars Of Cell
Three prisoners held on burglary charges escaped from Wabash jail after sawing their cell bars. No trace of the fugitives has been found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash
McLaughlin Construction Makes Progress on Eighth Street Sewer
The McLaughlin Construction Co of Pittsburgh Pas reports strong progress on the Eighth Street sewer project. Crews advance with trench work and pipe laying, aiming for timely completion and reduced disruption to streets and utilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McLaughlin Construction Co
Pittsburgh
Pas
Dogs Kill Sheep in Rural Incident
Two dogs attacked a flock of sheep on a rural property, resulting in fatalities and injuries to several sheep. The owner reported the attack and is cooperating with local authorities. Further details on injuries and livestock losses are expected from the investigation.
Goshen College Summer School Closes Ahead of Fall Term
Goshen College reports summer session near last year in attendance with more women than men due to wartime conditions. The fall term begins September 26 as President Wilson and others urge continued education. New faculty include Isaac Keller as English head, Amos Kreider and George Lapp in Bible studies, Martha Martin in education, and Otto Holtkamp teaching piano and theory.
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Wilson
Goshen College
Isaac Clayton Keller
Keller
Blue Ridge College
Amos E. Kreider
George J. Lapp
Kreider
Garrett Biblical Institute
Northwestern University
Lapp
India
Martha Martin
Department of Education
Otto Holtkamp
Oberlin College Conservatory of Music
School of Music
Amish Leaders Get Oath Exemption Promise
A Washington dispatch reports Amish leaders from Indiana secured a pledge from Secretary Baker that their members can appear before draft exemption boards without violating their scruples. The secretary said their yea and nay will be accepted, as their faith forbids fighting and taking oaths.
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Washington
Indiana
Baker
Cit
Secretary of War
Leafers
Woman's Home Missionary Society Meeting at Mrs Brookmyer's
The Woman's Home Missionary society of the First M E church will hold its regular meeting at Mrs Edward Brookmyer's home 2188 Highth street Friday at 2 30 p m Bring a friend Mrs Willard M Gillette hosts an afternoon auction at her 610 Emerson street home in honor of Pauline Coverston Myra Neidig and Hazel Rodibaugh John Fravy and Mary Pepper wed in Millersburg where Fravy works for the New York Central Railroad.
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Woman's Home Missionary Society of the First
M. E. Church
Edward Brookmyer
Highth Street
Willard M. Gillette
Emerson Street
Pauline Coverston
Myra Neidig
Hazel Rodibaugh
John Fravy
Mary Pepper
Millersburg
Mr. Fravy
The
N.Y. C
Nobles Vacate Lincoln Avenue Home for Washington Visit
Mrs Abbie Noble leaves her residence at 823 East Lincoln for Washington DC with son Louis B Noble and family to spend the winter. Mr and Mrs W S Burridge lease the Noble home at 110 East Lincoln and will move in soon after making several interior improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbie Noble
East Lincoln Avenue
Washington, D. C
Louis B. Noble
W. S. Burridge
J. A. Arthur
Noble
Human fly to exhibit after Warsaw courthouse wall ascent
Harry A. Casey a painter of North Seventh street employed by Nymeyer and Wohlford has earned the nickname human fly after a Saturday afternoon climb of the Kosciusko county court house in Warsaw He plans to repeat the feat in this city Saturday afternoon using only the smooth walls with no windows or projections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry A. Casey
North Seventh Street
Nymeyer & Wohlford
Kosciusko County Court House
Warsaw
Casey
Court House
Reorganizing City Committee Under Way
The democratic city central committee plans reorganization soon with J. W. Replogle as present chairman and Scott Thomas serving as acting chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic City Central Committee
J. W. Replogle
Scott Thomas
Wills Bequeath 200 to Trinity Lutheran Church
Mrs Bianda Magnuson of Elkhart leaves 200 dollars to Trinity Lutheran Church of Elkhart in her will. The bequest highlights a local religious organization receiving support from a resident of Elkhart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bianda Magnuson
Elkhart
Trinity Lutheran Church
That City
Fourth Annual Farm Betterment Picnic Held at Gilbert's Grove
The fourth annual Farm Betterment club picnic occurred today at Geo A Gilbert's Grove near Goshen. The event featured a band, quartets, talks on dairying and silos, canning and tractor demonstrations, numerous races and contests, a basket dinner, lunch stand, and a baseball game. Attendance was high but rain began at 2:30 pm, continuing a pattern of rain on picnic days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm Betterment Club
Geo
Union Center
Yoder Bros
Frank Yoder
Prof. Coleman
Indiana
Maurice Douglas
Metzger
Millersburg Man Reports Move to Glendive and Denver
John S. Larimer of Millersburg writes to the Grit about leaving for Glendive Montana and recounts a Denver visit with ex County Recorder Immel and family, noting Immel’s wealth from Colorado real estate deals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John S. Larimer
Millersburg
Glendive
Mont
Denver
Immel
Goshen
Colorado
Reds to Reorganize After Losses and Grey Series Talk
Plans are under way to reorganize the Kendallville Reds baseball team which collapsed weeks ago after losing over 300 dollars. If successful a series will be arranged with the Rogers Greys under their management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reds
Kendallville Reds
Rogers’ Greys
Battle Creek Cantonment Work By Milford Carpenters
Ed Closson and Clint Cox, Milford carpenters, are at Battle Creek Michigan as they build the new national army cantonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battle Creek
Ed Closson
Clint Cox
Milford Carpenters
National Army
Mich
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