Two Elkhart Boys In Jail Confess Bold Highwaymen
Garland Van Horn and Wallace Nellist confessed to highway robbery and related crimes in Elkhart. Police report the two youths implicated themselves and face formal charges.
11 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1919
Page
1
Garland Van Horn and Wallace Nellist confessed to highway robbery and related crimes in Elkhart. Police report the two youths implicated themselves and face formal charges.
At Bainitertown Interurban Station gunmen attempted a holdup on Clarence M. Landaw and fled as a confrontation escalated. Nelson Nellist and Howard Te fended off the robbers while others aided in pursuit. One man was wounded in the left knee, with exchanges of gunfire as authorities pursued the scene.
Messages from the British steamer Parmania indicate a collision with the steamer Mia rydapd abort off this port yesterday. Parmania plans to enter the harbor under its own steam tomorrow, weather and sea conditions permitting.
Fragmentary text describes injuries from a brick strike. Mentions stitches and a scalp wound. References to various places and names appear garbled, with hints of a street incident and medical response.
Villistas avenge execution of Felipe Angeles by mounting a large raid with hundreds of attack participants. Rebels seize supplies and clash with forces near the border, signaling intensified opposition and a swift retaliation pattern.
Reports from Eagle Pass describe a raid by 400 Villistas who looted stores in Marzaniz, Conloilia, and seized several prominent citizens as hostages. Details remain unclear, and authorities fear a broader outbreak following the recent execution of Geer, Felipe Angeles.
Farmers selling cider must pay the wartime tax like city dealers, per George Hess in charge of the internal revenue office in South Bend. Ten percent charge applies if paid by sale month, 25 percent if delinquent, plus 3 percent on sale price. November taxes should be paid this month to avoid extra charges.
President Wilson announces full production is expected by next Monday. No detailed reports have been received at headquarters.
President Wilson thanked Acting President Lewis of the coal miners union for the patriotic action taken by representatives at Indianapolis. He expressed appreciation and urged all to work together to reach a just and fair settlement without delay.
A black leather bag lost near West Wilkins street contained valuables estimated at over 700 dollars. Marshall Williams of Leesdale reports the incident and a reward is offered for information leading to recovery. The bag included gold items and a ruby set. the thief fled as the purse was taken from outside the clothing store.
The Red Cross conducts a Health bond and Christmas seal sale in Goshen led by Supt Wilkinson. High school students organize canvassing in the business district to raise funds for tuberculosis care and health programs. Bonds range from $1 to $1000 with a public list to publish investors.
Fragmentary text mentions Goshen people and licenses in Chicago. Other readable parts reference individuals, cohorts, and an organization but details are unclear.
The report notes a forthcoming change in drop letter postage rates. It mentions surrounding confusion and asks about the impact on parcels and mail handling. References to public officials and companies appear amid unclear phrasing and garbled names.
The Indiana Supreme Court ruled that the state prohibition law does not ban keeping any amount of liquor on hand. The decision reverses a St Joseph county verdict in the Thomas Ward case, ending prior limits on possession quantities under the statewide ban.
Officials at the Wall ed Mine Workers International headquarteres said no reports of resumed work today, but Indiana districts expect a return by Monday. They cited acceptance of the agreement and the leaders' plan to delay action until after January 1.
In Indianapolis the coal strike of 400000 miners ends as the United Mine Workers accept President Wilsons plan. Miners expect a tribunal and immediate orders to resume work. officials plan a reconvened convention once production restarts. In Terre Haute disruption eases with miners set to return Saturday and production to begin Monday.
Bakers of Goshen raise prices across baked goods citing higher raw material and labor costs. The statement says a general boost was required to cover increased expenses.
In Huntington police arrested Nick Pashonz, Tsom Denton, and Peter Miller, owner of a local soft drink emporium, amid investigations tied to Keough rhum games.
Nate Erehssen and James Tholma of Ligonier bagged two rabbits from a 26 shot round, setting a new Noble County record for rabbit hunting.
M. V. Kesler arranged the transaction in which Emanuel Ratfensperger sold an 8 10th street property to Willard W. Brown. The deal was coordinated by M. V. Kesler.
The Service Motor Truck company of Wabash will construct three new plants at Sandusky Ohio.
Cloudy and warmer tonight. Friday unsettled with probable snow.
NEW YORK December. Witness Louis Schmidt of Long Island City testified that Karl W Retzer of Fort Wayne Indiana is to face court martial in France for brutal prisoner treatment. Schmidt admitted feeling sore toward Retzer after an insult to his mother and said his anger grew when he was denied privileges as a stool pigeon.
Goshen native Milo L March, a Goshen High School and Goshen College attendee, earned a law degree from Oxford University. En route home he will visit Miss Helen Marel in New York before returning to Goshen. arrival plans remain undated.
A charter will be presented to the newly organized Geshen Kiwanis chapter at a ceremony held in the Perel Adder Pridhes events at seven oclock. District Governor Cel do dT Abee leueh of Marion will attend with representatives from nearby clubs. The program includes a chorus, speeches, and notes on membership figures to be announced later.
Rotary club members entertain their spouses with a dinner tonight. A jazz orchestra led by Michael will furnish music and instrumental solos. Har tan will address the gathering as part of the evening program.
Rev Ro O V Johnson pastor of Milford MM Fachured resigns to accept a new post in Warren Tad leaders confirm the change and thank him for service to the church and community.
Paris dispatch reports French troops clashed with D Annunzio volunteers at Fiume. The fighting left casualties on both sides and the D Annunzian troops were said to have looted French depots. Also noted are local school and kindergarten sessions ending at noon and furnace repairs underway.
Germany responds to the Allied note with negotiations underway in Paris over protocol disputes. Officials indicate translation issues may delay progress as diplomats from both sides seek clarification on terms.
In Paris discussions among Clemenceau Lloyd George and Italian Foreign Minister assessed German peace reply and potential topics beyond Scapa Flow The London debate touched Adriatic issues and possible talks on Turkey with Bonar Law hinting at allied plans without revealing conference directions.
Firefighters credited chemicals with saving the Benton school building after a blaze started by a poorly installed furnace. Fire Chief Vieetek and Firemen Chas Wryesong Ren fe Tsnae Miller and John Lambert helped contain the fire, limiting damage to the furnace area and possibly preventing larger losses. The building, dating to 1913, valued at about $15 000 with library and basement, was nearly saved.
Goshen ice dealers Ty Afstouse and Morris and Kelly plan to cut ice near Tuesday if weather holds. Ice at the Mi Atel on the pond west of the canal is five inches thick. Charles Pisven of Ligonier narrowly escaped electrocution at Ligonier while making repairs. Otto Ti Woerch of LaPorte fell at the plant in LaPorte, causing a shock that triggered heart failure and his death shortly after.
The boating plant at the high school in Elkhart is out of commission and 340 students are on enforced vacation.
Albert Weaver sold the house and lot at 1308 Neut Eiznith Street in Kercher to Jacob Summer of New Paris for Lawrence JK Kercher. Mrs Thean Snyder and family of Canton Ohio are guests of Joe and Jerry Snyder for several days.
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