Temperance Wins in Elkhart Saloons Battle
In Elkhart the county commissioners ruled the blanket remonstrance against Gerster's saloon license legal, denying the request for a Third ward location near Krumpetz. The long trial spanned a week with 6 to 7 witnesses, five lawyers, and a projected two year ban on Third ward licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart City
County Commissioners’ Court
John A. Gerster
John D. Krumpetz
Gerster
Springbrook Park
B. F. Deahl
Archie Graham
Mishawaka
James Houlban
South Bend
P. L. Turner
Arthur &. Darling
Elkhart
W. C. T. U. Society
Court House
Goshen
Commissioners’ Court
Krumpetz
Washington Township
York Township
Mac Dotson
G. B
McC. Dotson
Mac
Local Marriage Licenses and Court Note Summary
Marriage licenses issued include Charles Anthony 38 of Wakarusa and Elizabeth Horn 39 of Wakarusa. Verne Edward Lambeson 24 of Goshen and Amy Jeannette Cook 24 of Goshen. Justice Whisler's Court reports Morgan Neff arrested last night by Officer Berth and jailed for intoxication. he pleaded guilty and paid a $11 fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Anthony
Wakarusa
Elizabeth Horn
Verne Edward Lambeson
Goshen
Amy Jeannette Cook
Justice Whisler
Morgan Neff
Berth
John R. Murray Hurt In Skylight Fall
John R. Murray of Nappanee son of Gordon N. Murray and employed by Lanston Monotype in Cincinnati was badly hurt after falling through a skylight. He suffered a severe cut to the inside of his right knee requiring tendon repair and surgery. He remained bedridden as surgeons treated the wound. He had attempted to cross buildings in darkness to reach the Bachelors' club when an arm caught the sash rail saving him from a worse fall. His parents discovered him on the dining room table with surgeons at work when they returned from church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Murray
Nappanee
Gordon N. Murray
Lanston Monotype Company
Cincinnati
Murray
Bachelors’ Club
Society Notes Invite Dancing Party at McNaughton Hall
Invitations issued by Misses Helen Hawks Ellis and Ruby Abbott for a dancing party in McNaughton Hall on Saturday evening December 28 with Fischer’s orchestra of Kalamazoo to provide music. The L. O. T. M. entertained at Mrs. Emily Crowell’s Em erson street home with 75 members, decorations carnations. Mrs. P. R. Judkins to host cards at Walnut Hill on Wednesday afternoon December 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Hawks
Ellis
Ruby Abbott
Grace Crowell
Ruth Newell
Grace Rockwell
Mary Jackson
Helen Hubbell
Nelie Tiedeman
Louise Beane
McNaughton Hall
Fischer
Orchestra
Kalamazoo
Emily Crowell
Emerson Street
P. R. Judkins
Walnut Hill
Religious Services Continue At Dunkard Brethren Church
Services extend every evening during the week at the Dunkard Brethren church at Clinton and Fifth streets. The effort shows commendable interest and rising attendance. A cordial invitation is extended for all to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunkard Brethren Church
Clinton and
Fifth Streets
Bennie Bond Pleads Guilty in Warsaw Theft Case
Bennie Bond pleaded guilty in Mayor Rigdon's court in Warsaw after being arrested for stealing several articles from a buggy owned by John Widup who lived east of Warsaw. The arraignment followed the arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Widup
Warsaw
Bennie Bond
Rigdon
May Be Stokes Jackson for State Chair in Indiana
Indianapolis papers predict Stoke Jackson of Greenfield will be elected state chairman succeeding W. H. O'Brien of Lawrenceburg. The move is seen as aimed at promoting party harmony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stokes Jackson
Indianapolis
Stoke Jackson
Greenfield
W. H. O'Brien
Lawrenceburg
Harmony
Crane Handle Wounds Frank Coats at Local Machine Shop
Frank Coats was struck in the face by a crane handle in the Thomas-Albright machine shop this morning. The impact cut his lip badly and knocked out one tooth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Coats
Thomas-Albright
Mrs Leslie Carter Booked for New Jefferson Theatre
Actress Mrs Leslie Carter is booked for the New Jefferson theatre in February and will likely perform Du Barry or Zaza.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leslie Carter
New Jefferson Theatre
du Barry
Zaza
County Commission Work Session Set in Elkhart
County Commissioner Cannon urged the commissioners court to convene in Elkhart but was informed such a session would be illegal. The exchange centers on meeting location legality and public governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cannon
Commissioners Court
Elkhart
Funeral for Frank Bickel Held at Catholic Church
Funeral services for Frank Bickel were held at 9 o clock this morning at the Catholic church with interment in Oak Ridge cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Bickel
Oak Ridge Cemetery
Murdered by Highwaymen at Spokane
Edward P. Bueltinck, once of Mishawaka, was killed by highwaymen near Spokane Washington in a fatal attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward P. Bueltinck
Mishawaka
Spokane
Wash
Births at Waterford Family Welcomes Son
A son was born this morning to Mr and Mrs Arthur Barnest of Waterford. The note mentions gifting enameled ware with the new arrival. Hawks Hardware Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Barnest
Waterford
The
Hawks Hardware Co
Death of Ed Rough Reported Near Nappanee
Ed Rough died Sunday eight miles southwest of Nappanee at age 35. Wreaths and holly are noted in local floral tributes at the Colonial Flower Shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed ‘Rough
Nappanee
Runaway Crashes Livery Driver Charles Whitehead
Charles Whitehead of Lacy's livery barn suffered bruises after a runaway near Main and Clinton streets while returning from a funeral. The cab wheel struck the curb, throwing him from the seat. left ankle bruised, right arm also bruised, no broken bones detected. team recovered by William Pratt near Lincoln avenue and Sixth street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Whitehead
Lacy
Whitehead
Bickel
Main
Clinton
Lincoln Avenue
Sixth Street
Hack
Institution Of New Council Of Royal Masters In South Bend
The Royal and Select Masters in South Bend held a formal institution last night with Grand Master Hawks leading the rites. Attendees included James A. Arthur and A. E. Keith among others, followed by a 6 o'clock dinner at the Oliver and an elaborate banquet later. The event was hailed as a notable moment for local fraternal groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council of Royal and
South Bend
Hawks
James A. Arthur
A. EL. Keith
Wood
James
Drake
Thomas A. Davis
G. W. Herr
W. H. Charnley
L. B. Slaughter
Ehner Crockett
The
Woman Suspected in Elkhart Home Robbery
A theft at Mrs. W. E. Root’s Elkhart residence yesterday afternoon between 4 30 and 5 o clock netted about 35 dollars in cash. All bureau drawers were rifled and a woman’s glove was left behind. Authorities have long suspected female burglars target Elkhart homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Root
Elkhart
Was not Engaged in South Bend Man’s Death
Relatives of Anthony Cook deny he was engaged to Miss Tanner Kronk of Elkhart. Cook died from injuries in the Springbrook park wreck. Funeral services are set for 10 a.m. tomorrow at the Church of the Sacred Heart Notre Dame, with burial in Cedar Grove South Bend. Born January 30 1877 in Probidh Croatian he came to the U S in 1893. He lived in Pittsburg before moving to South Bend five years ago and worked for the street railway company. He was unmarried and survived by a brother Martin Cook in South Bend a brother and sister in Croatia and two South Bend cousins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Bend
Anthony Cook
Springbrook Park
Tanner Kronk
Elkhart
Cook
John Cook
Church of the Sacred Heart
Notre Dame
Cedar Grove
Probidh
Pittsburg
Street Railway Company
Martin Cook
Hay Prices Decline Amid Weak East Coast Demand
The hay market has fallen as demand drops in eastern cities. First class timothy has slid from $10.50 per ton to around $8, while clover hay remains near $7 to $7.50 per ton with limited demand.
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Timothy
Ligonier Teacher Weds Dr Jourdan and Dr Plinn
A Ligonier high school teacher married Dr. L W Jourdan of Wabash and Dr. Minnie C Plinn of Monroe Wisconsin. The bride had taught at Ligonier High School for several years and was sister of Jourdan's first wife who died months ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ligonier
L. W. Jourdan
Wabash
Minnie C. Plinn
Monroe
Wisconsin
Ligonier High School
Jourdan
Brakeman Crushed Ankle in Claypool Accident
L. D. Mark a passenger brakeman on the Michigan division of the Big Four suffered a crushed right ankle in an accident at Claypool. He is from Swayzee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Mark
Michigan
Big Four
Swayzee
Claypool
George L Lamb To Bring Pierce Racine Car To Goshen
George L Lamb will bring one of the Pierce Racine road cars from Chicago to Goshen for Mr Kelly. The machine is a 40 horsepower gasoline vehicle of the best make.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George L. Lamb
Pierce-Racine
Chicago
Goshen
Kelly
Pine wreaths and holly on sale at Colonial Flower Shop
Readable text notes reduced prices on all millinery at Mrs Grubb's Fashion Shop alongside pine wreaths and holly wreaths at Colonial Flower Shop. The fragment suggests seasonal home and shop items with discounted pricing.
Meet Ih Goshen December 28 Elkhart Man Refuses Second Chair Term
George A Briggs of Elkhart calls a county Democratic convention in Goshen on December 28 at 2 PM to reorganize the county committee and elect precinct committeemen Delegates for the district convention in Plymouth on January 2 will be chosen Briggs states he will not seek reelection due to business interests and the need for a chairman fully devoted to the presidential year no candidates for the post have publicly announced themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. Briggs
Elkhart
Democratic County Central Committee
Goshen
Plymouth
Briggs
Goshen Hosts Water Works Plant Visit By Warsaw Delegation
Councilman J. L. Trish and C. T. Corbin of the Winona Water Power and Light Co. toured Goshen’s municipal water works and electric lighting plant under Mayor Kohler, seeking pointers for Warsaw. They were much pleased with the visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
J. L. Trish
C. T. Corbin
Winona Water Power and Ligt Co
Goshen
Kohler
Armory Set to Open with Formal Ceremony
Company G of the National Guard will hold a formal opening of its new armory on Thursday evening December 19. The South Bend Elkhart Warsaw and Plymouth companies will be invited and officials from the state and regimental units are hoped to attend.
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N. G
South Bend
Elkhart
Warsaw
Plymouth
Monument to Indiana Soldiers Dedication Planned
Decoration Day 1908 will mark the dedication of a monument to Indiana soldiers on the Andersonville prison site. The shaft costing 7000 dollars will be Montello granite and Governor Hanly will deliver the principal address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Andersonville
Montello
Hanly
Indiana Apple Yield Drops 1907 Below 1906
Indiana reports show apple production in 1907 not more than 16 percent of 1906. Total harvest fell to 745,828 bushels versus 4,798,300 bushels in 1906, per Indiana bureau of statistics compilations.
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Indiana
Indiana Bureau of Statistics
G A R Encampment Dates Set for Toledo
At a meeting of the national executive committee the Grand Army of the Republic fixed the national encampment dates in Toledo for August 31 to September 7 next year.
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Grand Army of the Republic
Toledo
Foreman Fatally Stabbed on New York Chicago Line
Frank Gertz a foreman on the New York Chicago ten hour line was stabbed at Camp 2 near LaPorte by a rival workman after a quarrel. The wound is believed to be fatal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Gertz
New York-Chicago
Camp. 2
LaPorte
Kendallville Orders Romani Group Expulsion
Mayor-led action in Kendallville drives out Gypsies amid reports of trouble in multiple northern Indiana towns. similar measures already used by other city authorities.
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Kendallville
Indiana
Surrounding Towns to Represent at The Red Mill
Surrounding towns including Warsaw Ligonier Milford Napa nee and others will be represented at The Red Mill venue at the New Jefferson next Monday night. Many seat orders from a distance have been received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Ligonier
Milford
Nappanee
Red Mill
New
Jefferson
Pastry Booth To Sell Coffee And Sandwiches
The Presbyterian church pastry booth will offer coffee and sandwiches on Thursday and Friday along with other goods.
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Presbyterian Church
Unlucky Friday Night Bazaar and Film at Presbyterian
Friday the 13th brings an invitation to the Presbyterian bazaar with moving pictures. The Goshen Daily Democrat marks ten years serving the city as a fixture in its industrial and commercial progress. Also advertised are Viscal oil by Grosso and Morgan's Comedians performing at the New Jefferson with gallery seats at ten cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nappanee News
Goshen Daily Democrat
Morgan’s Comedians
Jefferson
Peppermint Oil Prices Seen Rising After Drop
Prediction by F. M. Rudd of Bronson Michigan that peppermint oil prices would improve with a better monetary outlook is supported by stronger inquiries in New York. Although activity remains limited, analysts believe the market has touched its low and expect prices to climb within two months. This season’s crop suggests a possible final price of 1.75 to 2 dollars per pound for remaining unsold oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Rudd
Bronson, Mich
New York
Closed Playhouse Airs Hard Times Hit Indiana Theatres
The Eagles theatre in Wabash closes indefinitely with many booked companies quitting due to hard times and factory shutdowns. It may reopen after the holidays. The Huntington house and Wallace theatre in Peru also stay dark until after January as business languishes amid money scarcity, per The Plain Dealer.
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Wabash
Eagles
The
Wabash Plain Dealer
Huntington
Wallace
Peru
the Plain Dealer
Indiana
Worker dies after flying timber strike at saw mill
William Edward Langhor was injured at the Peabdy saw mill in Columbia City when a piece of timber struck him in a rip-saw. He died 24 hours after the accident though initial injuries seemed minor. the blow proved to be severe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Edward Langhor
Columbia City
Farce Comedy Tomorrow Night at Irwin by Woodford Stock Co
The Woodford Stock Co presents a two act farce titled Theatrical Manager's Troubles tomorrow night at the Irwin with all seats ten cents. The show runs the rest of the week ending with the kinodrones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin
Woodford Stock Co
Health travel not aiding Mrs. Snyder in New Mexico
A notice reports Mrs. George Snyder traveled to New Mexico for health reasons but is not improving as hoped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Snyder
New Mexico
Living pictures at Presbyterian Bazaar Friday evening
Note to attend the Presbyterian bazaar for living pictures on Friday the 18th evening. Admission is 25 cents.
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Presbyterian Bazaar
Nappanee Soldier Publishes Descriptive Letter
Charles Duker, a Nappanee boy in the U S Army, writes an interesting descriptive letter that is published in the Nappanee Advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles
Duker
U. S
Local residents travel and visits in Elkhart area today
Claude Cornell made a business trip to Elkhart. Wilbur N. Tiedemann returned from Chicago. Sept Riddle of the C S B N I railway company was in town. Mrs. Joseph Smith visits Port Huron Michigan. Mrs. C O Brady and Mrs. M O Swartz spent the day with friends in Elkhart. Rev J O Mosier returned to Elkhart after visiting in this city and New Paris. Mrs H C Dangler went to Syracuse to visit her mother. Rev D D Spangler of New Paris was here en route to Dunlaps meetings. Miss Florence Bemenderfer returned from South Bend. Mrs E A Dausman and daughter Gertrude spent the day in Elkhart with Mrs Charles Stephens. Mrs John Myers and Mrs Emanuel Bodmershine were in South Bend visiting their sister Mrs Fred Method. Mrs William Byrne of Chicago, here for funeral of Levi Dumas, returned home. Mrs B B Knapp and Frank Hampsher of Bristol went to Bradford Pa for Louis Hampsher funeral. Rev Mr Lantz arrived from Bloomfield to assist with Silver Street church meetings. Mrs Daniel Brenneman and Miss Naomi Brenneman returned from Granger. Mrs M M Baumgardner of North Manchester here visiting daughter Mrs James E Bowers in local hospital, returned home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Cornell
Elkhart
Wilbur N. Tiedemann
Chicago
Riddle
C. S. B. & N.I Railway Company
Joseph Smith
Port Huron
Mich
A. J. Irwin
C. O. Brady
M. O. Swartz
J. O. Mosier
City
New Paris
H. C. Dangler
Syracuse
Hendrickson
D. D. Spangler
Dunlaps
Florence Bemenderfer
South Bend
E. A. Dausman
Gertrude
Charles Stephens
John Myers
Emanuel Bodmershine
Fred Method
William Byrne
Levi Dumas
B. B. Knapp
Frank Hampsher
Bristol
Bradford
Louis Hampsher
Mr. Lantz
Bloomfield
Silver Street
Daniel Brenneman
Naomi Brenneman
Granger
Joseph Brenneman
Resolutions of Respect for Zach E. Weddell
The Modern Woodmen of America lodge No. 7930 mourns Neighbor Zach E. Weddell, a staunch member, devoted husband and father, respected community figure. The lodge will drape its room in mourning for 30 days and publish these resolutions in the Goshen papers. Secretaries are directed to furnish a sealed copy to the widow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside Camp
Zach Weddell
Woodmen of America
Weddell
Zach E. Weddell
Woodmen of
America
Lodge
Argus Musser
Ss. C. Pence
M. S. Bickel. Committee
New Telephoning Method Demonstrated by Body Contact
A new system of telephoning allows voice transmission without placing lips on a transmitter. The transmitter can be held to the chest or other body parts to convey a clear, natural voice. The New York Times recently ran a lengthy article on the topic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York Times
Orphans Prayer featured by Morgan's Comedians in Jefferson engagement
Morgan's Comedians presented An Orphan's Prayer to a large gallery and audience last night. Axtell Hopkins and Coons drew applause for their special ties. Tonight Wedded but no Wife and tomorrow Big Hearted Jim are scheduled.
Presbyterian Bazaar On Dec 12 and 13
A Presbyterian bazaar is planned for Thursday and Friday December 12 and 13 offering a fine line of plain and fancy articles suitable for Christmas presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Bagnar
Eastbound Freight Wreck Near Wilkinson Street Causes No Injuries
East bound Lake Shore extra freight train No. 5681 wrecked at 1 pm when air brakes failed. Two coal cars and a Queen and Crescent box car jammed together. damage estimated around 1000 dollars. Engineer Harry Williams and conductor Rome McWilliams of Toledo aboard. wrecking crew from Burkhart. Passenger No. 10 rerouted on the westbound track. large crowd at scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Shore
Wilkinson Street
Queen & Crescent
Harry Williams
Toledo
Rome McWilliams
Burkhart
Saloonist Silas H. Joseph Jury Deliberations End Without Verdict
A Superior court jury failed to resolve the case against Elkhart saloonist Silas H. Joseph, charged with liquor law violations. The jury reported this morning and was discharged, requiring a new trial. The case follows Joseph operating without a license and his tavern run in his son’s name amid temperance pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silas H. Joseph
Elkhart
Joseph
Rosseau
Winona Interurban Railway Company
L. O. T. M. Elects Officers For New Term
The Ladies Order of The Monarchs Lodge met and elected officers. Carrie Williamson was named Lady Commander with Eva Garman as Lieutenant Commander and Ella Boyer as Record Keeper. Charity Shock became Finance Keeper with Amanda Lutz as Chaplain and Daisy Miller as Sergeant. Others include Irene Himebaugh as M at A, Emma Hutchinson as Sentinel, Almeda Sutherlin as Picket, Sophronia Kauffman as 2nd BB, Amanda Kelly as 3rd BB, Emily Crowell as C of G, and Amanda Culp as Installing Officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Williamson
Eva Garman
Ella Boyer
Charity Shockman
Amanda Lutz
Sergi
Daisy Miller
Irene Himebaugh
Sentinel
Emma Hutchinson
Almeda Sutherlin
Hansen
Sophronia Kauffman
Amanda Kelly
Emily Crowell
Amanda Culp
Commandery elects officers in Goshen Knights Templar
Goshen Commandery No. 50 of the Knights Templar elected officers Monday night. E. M. Lincoln Heyerle was chosen senior. general is Dr. W. O. Vallette. conductor is L. B. Slaughter. senior warden H. W. Brown. junior warden T. A. Davis. treasurer D. H. Hawks. recorder W. H. Charnley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
The
Knights Templar
E. M
Lincoln Heyerle
W. O. Vallette
C. G—L. B. Slaughter
H. W. Brown
T. A. Davis
Treas
D. H. Hawks
W. H. Charnley
Real Estate Transfers in Elkhart and Goshen Areas
John R Wirley transfers a lot in Elkhart to Frank Marcello for 786 dollars and 40 cents. William B Hile transfers a lot in Elkhart to William Gabel for 1 dollar. Harden D Markel transfers a lot in Elkhart to Charles A Sidway for 150 dollars. German Thompson transfers land in Osolo township to Annetta Cle land for 4000 dollars. Harriet M Rowell transfers a lot in Goshen to George W Wehmeyer for 1000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Wirley
Frank Marcello
Elkhart
William B. Hile
William Gabel
Harden D. Markel
Charles A. Sidway
German Thompson
Annetta Cleland
Osolo
Harriet M. Rowell
George W. Wehmeyer
Goshen
Reward Offered for Japanese Snuff Arrest Information
S C Self Marshal offers a ten dollar reward for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons placing Japanese snuff in public places. Information on where snuff is being sold is also sought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. C. Self
Oyster Supper by St Mark's Men Planned This Thursday
The oyster supper prepared and served by the men of St Mark's Ms E church is scheduled for Thursday evening this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St., Mark’s Ms E. Church
Mrs Bartholomew Visits North Dakota and Colorado Kin
Mrs Frances Bartholomew, who had been visiting her sons Clifford and Arthur in North Dakota, traveled to Limon Colorado to visit her son Roy and his family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Bartholomew
Clifford
Arthur
North Dakota
Limon, Col
Roy
St Mark's M E Church Oyster Supper Tonight
The men of St Mark's M E church announce an oyster supper at the church on Thursday evening. Cost is 16 cents per serving. Proceeds support church activities and community outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mark's. M. E. Church
Also Mentioned on This Page
John N. Cooper
John R. Murray Hurt
Society News
Colonial
Grand
Women Thief
Colonial Flower Shop
County Central Committee
Goshen Plant
Grand Army
Carson Reahart
Manchester
Reahard
Warsaw Union
Alvin Theatre
Union
Raehart
Charles Deal
Englert & Deal
South Milford
M. M. Baumgardner
North
James E. Bowers
Millwood
Ly. J Br
Silas. H. Joseph
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