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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1916
Page
1
Chancellor Bethmann Hollweg announces that Germany and its allies will present peace proposals. The statement signals new diplomatic efforts amid ongoing conflict and seeks early terms from opposing sides.
Berlin notes outline a restoration of occupied Belgium and France in exchange for Germany's colonies. The plan, presented by Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg, seeks lasting peace through immediate negotiations. Austrian Turkish and Bulgarian governments forwarded similar proposals to the Vatican and neutral powers.
President Wilson will not comment on Germany and its allies entering negotiations for lasting peace until reception and proposals are assessed. Secretary Tumulty conveyed the administration’s cautious stance on the initiative.
Washington reports say Germany and allies seek a peace conference as a bargaining move. Diplomats note the proposal may be renewed if rejected, with aims to shift blame onto the Entente and test its willingness to pursue peace, while US hopes for clarity.
Washington observers say peace talks emerge because President Wilson lacks a clear plan to end the war. Many believe negotiations may begin with central powers offering peace, but a formal peace declaration is unlikely soon.
Report from London says the Teutonic army advances in eastern Wallachia continue without check. Belief remains that retreating Rumanians will resist at the Buzeu river. On the Franco Belgian front German forces show activity and Paris claims Teuton attacks were repulsed last night. The British foreign office oversees the Greek issue.
London reports the foreign office will not discuss peace proposals until full terms are known its policy remains unchanged. The December 12 statement clarifies no discussion or changes will occur until terms are disclosed.
Amsterdam dispatch reports in Berlin that Emperor William has officially notified his generals that peace proposals are pending though acceptance is uncertain.
London December 12 The new prime minister David Lloyd George and former premier H. H. Asquith were not in the house of commons today due to illness. Proceedings were postponed until tomorrow.
Copenhagen dispatches report that King Constantine of Greece has ordered a general mobilization of forces. The Swiss sources confirm the move as tensions rise in the region.
Wheat fell eight cents in Chicago trading after reports from abroad that Germany will propose a lasting peace. The drop reflects market reaction to possible end of the war as information reached the exchange.
Paris dispatch reports Premier Briand has completed the cabinet reorganization and says the first will be announced tomorrow. The move marks a reshaped government lineup amid ongoing political changes.
William H. Moyer was named warden of Sing Sing in New York, succeeding Thomas Mott Osborne on December 12. The appointment marks a leadership change at the facility.
Repairs are underway at the American Express Co transfer station near the N C passenger depot damaged by a Sunday night fire. Most of the damaged parcels have been rented to the Cleveland offices.
Former Mayor Lew Shank of Indianapolis announces another bid for the Republican nomination in the upcoming March primaries. He aims to regain the office in a competitive political race.
Kalamazoo Michigan begins supplying coal to the poor at cost after previously higher robber prices. The program aims to help residents by providing affordable fuel and relief from price gouging seen earlier.
Reports indicate multiple robberies targeting robes in several northern towns of Andiana. Police advise residents to secure garments and monitor local markets for suspicious activity.
The will, executed February 9, 1910, names heirs including her husband’s children Tannie Leinach Minson Martha Levi J. K. Martin Anna Newswanger Henry J. Martin William I. Martin and a $100 bequest to the Old Order Mennonite Church for the needy. Elias E. Martin may buy the decedent’s half of a St Joseph county land for 6000 if he pays within a year. Residue is split among nieces and nephews Daniel Noah and Mary Weaver Chessie and Naaman Weaver Amelia and Emma Burkhart.
Elkhart attorney Brett Crud and Goshen’s Geo H Evans drew juries for the December term to meet next Monday. Grand jurors include Balyeat Middlebury Reese Olive Wilson Winter Buchart Franklin Ott Benton Swinehart Concord Smeitzer Jefferson Wortinger Cinton Essig Harrison McConanaghy Concord Forcier Goodyear Middlebury Ganger Washington Martin Concord Yost Concord Stutsman Elkhart Barringer Jackson Herr Locke.
Carl Miller sues Rodney H. Bayless and associates including John M. Weaver H B Weaver and Goshen residents plus Maryland Casualty for 650 dollars alleging Bayless claimed US secret service employment and promised evidence for a suit against two South Bend men for alienation damages. Miller paid 593 dollars with no results.
Chicago detective A A Zellke secured a full confession from Charles Gabriel, alleged leader of a thief gang in Elkhart. Gabriel, captured Sunday morning by Deputy Sheriff Leader, faces charges for stealing 600 pounds of copper. Alfred Monroe, arrested with Gabriel, is held at the county jail. The confession cites 18 co‑workers, mostly Elk hart residents, and claims thousands of dollars in goods stolen from the N Y in recent months can be traced to the gang.
Prof Kraeger of Fort Atkinson Wisconsin will lecture before the Farmers Betterment club at New Paris on December 16 7 30 p m The Goshen College Quartette will render the literary part of the program Public cordially invited.
Deo D. Ta Miller spoke this afternoon to the Avti Tuberen Jona society in Elkhart, presenting remarks on current affairs and community efforts.
Four persons die when an interurban vehicle strikes a car near Garrett yesterday afternoon. Police say the collision occurred on a rural road as the two vehicles collided head on. Investigations continue to determine exact causes and identities are being confirmed.
Four persons died when a Fort Wayne and Northwestern interurban freight car struck an automobile near Butler Center, three miles south, at four PM. Victims include William Rowe and Warren Rowe with Mrs Helen Rowe and Miss Helen Rowe of Avi. Warren Rowe, driving, reportedly failed to see due to side curtains. The widowed invalid mother Mrs William Rowe witnessed the tragedy from the home.
The Sfth anniversary of the local Moose lodge will be celebrated in the lodge rooms tomorrow night with a calf and rabbit roast. Elkhart will send a delegation. Speakers include R. E. Proctor Claude Lee city judge of Elkhart and Mayor Spehn. Special music is planned.
The Business Men's Luncheon will be held at the Alderman hotel on Friday December 5 starting at 6 30 p m Tickets will be distributed Friday The event aims to have at least one representative from each retail store in the city present to discuss general matters of importance.
Fikhart Police Chief W. FL Riblet J J Davidson president of the board of works and J P Omer of the Indiana and Michigan Electric Co returned from Washington D C and Baltimore where they attended the convention of the rivers and harbors congress and the safety first association FL E Hughes of the board of works the fourth member of the party remowed in Snyder county Pennsylvania for a week's visit with his parents
Eby sustained a left hand injury this morning at Rock Run Mills after contact with a knitting machine. Medical staff treated him on site and he was reported stable.
A defective water pipe caused considerable damage at the George A. Riley home on South Fifth Street, with water intrusion affecting multiple rooms. No injuries reported and investigation ongoing.
Frank P. Abbott filed a $1000 notarial bond amid Fidelity Casualty Co proceedings. Details remain unclear in the fragmented report.
Dr J N Hurty directs more than 1000 Indiana University medical seniors to tour the state and examine schoolchildren. Data gathered will be presented to the legislature to push for greater focus on child hygiene.
Special agent John T Willett reports after three weeks visiting Indiana towns that 80 percent of scales used by stores and dealers are incorrect. He found stock scales cheating farmers by about 35 pounds per 1000 and that 25 percent of about 200 heavy-objects weights were wrong. Defective weights were corrected or condemned.
At Valparaiso on December 12 Edward Breckner, a Black man, was arrested for attempted murder after slashing John Johnson with a razor. Johnson reportedly fired five times, three shots hit Breckner in the head, and Breckner later turned on night watchman Charles Jackson before capture. Johnson’s injuries were not serious.
In Niles Michigan the coroner's jury ruled the death of 10 year old John Manvie from a Broadway coast and fall an unavoidable accident and found driver John Ban vie not at fault.
Infant daughter of K Sargcioff died after a fire started when she was left alone by her mother who had gone to fetch milk. The blaze destroyed $85 in currency.
Evangelist Elder S. J. Burger of Howe Indiana brings four week revival to close at 7 p m Wednesday with a communion service. The meetings have uplifted the church and community and a cordial invitation is extended to all to attend.
Mrs. John Barrus of near Buchanan Michigan was killed when an infuriated cow charged her as she entered a pasture field. She wore a bright red sweater and was attacked immediately.
Relief funds for Company H Third regiment I N G Elkhart are entirely depleted per information from Fort Benjamin Harrison Indianapolis.
South Bend mayor cites residents as responsible for rising living expenses, placing blame on the public amid concerns over affordability. The statement frames residents as contributing to the cost of living pressures in the city.
An assault and battery case against Fred A. Allison, a local high school science instructor, was dismissed after the complainant withdrew charges under the understanding that Allison would be released after the new year. The incident stemmed from a chewing gum episode in class.
Large crowds attended Indiana at the Jefferson theatre under the Elkhart County Historical Society for the 100th anniversary of Indiana statehood. James Whitcomb Riley appeared. Goshen High School Orchestra provided music. box office net proceeds supported by canvassers total over 200 dollars, costs about 75 dollars, split equally between the Historical Society and the theatre.
Thomas Jefferson Howard a well known farmer and dairyman aged 71 resided south of Elkhart was killed by train 87 at a crossing near Intera bus station 19 around 5 40 this morning. His mangled body was found about an hour later. The widow aged 76 is in critical condition. Survived by two sons one daughter and four sisters.
Mortuary notice for three months old George H. Anderson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer J. Anderson, found dead in bed at 6:30 am. Cause stated as organic heart trouble since birth. Parents survive.
A group of leading farmers from Clays and Harris townships organized the first farm loan association in St Joseph county at the Stover school house on Monday night. They subscribed $1,197.50 in stock, enabling a loan of $23,950 when the regional farm loan bank is organized and the system begins to operate.
Fort Wayne merchants sell hard coal at 99.75 per ton and Pocahontas best grade at 8.75. Munice reports a coal supply retailing at 4 per ton. Robbery prices in the city are under investigation.
The estate of Solomon Yoder was opened in the circuit court with Charles L. Yoder named administrator and an $800 bond filed. The sole purpose of the opening is to sell real estate.
Gov elect Goodrich addressed Grange delegates last night as Anneal convention under way at Elghart Hart with ongoing undercurrent of party strategy.
Governor elect James P. Goodrich addressed the 46th annual Indiana State Grange convention in Elkhart outlining a plan for a state highway commission to regulate road building and distribute federal good roads funds. He criticized high taxes on farmers and small property owners and favored local road control under a state board until bonds are abolished. Several Goshen residents attended the opening session.
Olive F. Miles of Milford Junction sues Leroy Miles of Milford in Kosciusko circuit court seeking a divorce after alleging abandonment five months into marriage. They wed January 18, 1913 and lived together until June 28, 1915 when he left, calling the union a mistake. She also asks to resume her maiden name Olive F E Thompson.
Doctors believe the right hand of eight year old Joseph Neff, son of farmer Josiah Neff three miles southwest of New Paris, may be saved after it was mangled by a corn cutter.
Physicians note a well developed diphtheria case at Winona and about a dozen tonsillitis cases that may become diphtheria. Schools may close to curb spread as health authorities monitor the situation.
The South Bend council passed a bill to elevate railroad tracks, saying the question had long been under consideration and merits swift action.
Legal notice states Owen Stauffer and others filed a complaint against Kesler. Proceedings seek unspecified pecuniary relief and costs. no date or court listed in the readable fragment.
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