United States Urges Chile and Peru to Settle Disputes
Actix Secretary Polk released a state department note to Chile and Peru urging them to resolve their differences for the world’s sake. The U S said it was prepared to offer assistance alone or with others in the hemisphere to reach an equitable adjustment. The note warned against severing consular relations on the eve of the Paris peace conference and stressed concern over such steps.
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Actix
Polk
State Department
United States
Chile
Peru
Viscount Grey Backs League of Nations
Viscount Grey, former foreign secretary, declares in Dewsbury that a League of Nations is the solution to freedom of the seas. He says seas are free in peace and Britain imposed no restrictions, noting the wartime American aid to Britain and the blockade’s role in preventing a German victory.
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Dewsburg
England
League of Nations
Viscount Grey
Great Britain
Germany
Brest Welcomes Wilson Arrival as George Washington Approaches
Brest readies for President Wilson to arrive at noon tomorrow. The American naval base communicates with the George Washington, now nearing the port, and weather conditions are favorable for the event.
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Brest
Wilson
George Washington
American Officers Reach Berlin After Armistice
American General Harrien and Lieuts Gaillard and Schelling of the Allied commission for war prisoner reparations arrived in Berlin last night. They are the first American officers to reach the city since the armistice was signed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Harrien
Gaillard and Schelling
American Commission For
Goshen Rail Line Proposal Seeks One-Car City Service
C S B N I Company plans to offer one Goshen car daily from Goshen College to the west city limit if allowed to discontinue the Eighth street line and remove tracks. Anthony Deahl said Supt. Smith learned many traction lines are being junked or raise fares. locals on Eighth street resist loss of service. Deahl notes Laporte not receiving city service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony Deahl
Chicago, South Bend & Northern Indiana Railway Co
Goshen
Suit for 20000 Against New York Central
In Goshen a $20000 damages suit is filed in circuit court by Ralph Bickel as administrator of John W Weaver Estate against the New York Central railroad. Weaver was killed December 24 1917 at the Lincoln avenue crossing when a westbound passenger train struck his buggy. The body was carried to Fishart on the locomotive pilot. Weaver was a well known farmer east of Goshen. Other actions include Sarah F E Smith against Alice I Bowden and Benj B Beery admr of J He cock estate to partition Elkhart township land and Louis W Millhagen et al against Herman H Boyce and John W Talbot with $100 on first judgment and $12 on second.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deahl & Deahtl
Ralph Bickel
John W. Weaver
New York Central Railroad
Weaver
Lincoln Avenue
Goshen
Fikhart
Sarah FE. Smith
Alice Ida Bowden
Benjamin F.F. Beery
Admr
John Hecocks
Elkhart Township
Louis W. Millhagen
Deahl & Deahl
Herman H. Boyce
John W. Talbot
John W. Palbiot
South Bend
Central Purchasing Agent Proposed to Cut State Costs
Governor Goodrich met with fifteen state institution representatives in Indianapolis and urged creation by legislature of a central purchasing agent for institutional supplies to achieve wholesale buying savings. Some supported the plan, others did not.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Goodrich
Churchill Offers Practical Suggestion on League of Nations
In Dendee Scotland on December 11 Winston Churchill, minister of munitions, proposed what he called a practical suggestion regarding the League of Nations in an address. The statement underscores his view within the ongoing discussion on postwar international cooperation.
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Dendee
Scotland
Winston Spencer Churchill
League of Nations
Dr W S Solf resigns as foreign minister
Berlin reports that Dr W S Solf the minister of foreign affairs has tendered his resignation and that it has been accepted by the cabinet in a formal move affecting the German government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Solf
Berlin
F. N. Hascall Co. Inc forms new corporation
The F. N. Hascall Co. Inc. is formally organized by Frank N. Hascall Hubert E. Hascall and Hazel E. Hascall with articles filed by county recorder John N. Swart. Capital is 25000 dollars 250 shares at 100 dollars each. Frank N. Hascall holds 248 shares others hold one share each. The business is on South Main street.
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F. N. Hascall Co., Inc
Frank N. Hascall
Hubert E. Hascall
Hazel E. Hascall
John N. Swart
County Recorder
Louis Leidner
Leidner & Hascall
Hubert E
Troop Returns From France Reported by War Department
The War Department announced the sailing of additional army transports from France. About 2,500 men are aboard the vessels returning to the United States.
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Washington
Oe Army
Additionate Averts
France
War Department
U S Troops Sail From France and German Cabinet Plans
The Associated Press reports ships carrying U S troops sailed from France today and casualties include 530 sick and wounded aboard. In Berlin the cabinet weighs convoking the Reichstag to give the government a parliamentary basis. Indiana's General Assembly meets in Indianapolis with Goshen’s Jonathan Yoder to stay at Claypool hotel. Flora bound Samuel Welty relocates from Goshen with goods.
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Indiana General Assembly
Indianapolis
Jonathan S. Yoder
Goshen
Elkhert
Claypool
Flora
Samuel Welty
Ind
Treasury to issue large run of 4.5 percent bonds
Washington reports a weekly issue of certificates of indebtedness totaling 144 million dollars or more at 4.5 percent interest to be issued December 19 with subscription books closing December 26. In Tipton a 25 year old husband Lloyd Ryan sues Edna Shenk Ryan for divorce after learning of the marriage, while Ryan accuses the bride of being 19 and alleges threats from her brother to force the union.
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Washington
Treasury
Kokemo
Lloyd Ryan
Edna Shenk Ryan
Tipton
Ryan
Miss Shenk
Local Whiskey Price Disparity Reported
In Goshen residents report whiskey sold in Elkhart at 5 dollars per quart. The same brand liquor goes for as low as 2 dollars 25 cents per quart in Chicago.
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Goshen
Elkhart
Chicago
Oldest Garrett Resident Anna Johnston Dies
Mrs. Anna Johnston, Garrett's oldest resident, dies from a stroke. Her death marks the passing of a long lived community member whose years at the town's edge have been noted by locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Johnston
Garrett
Indiana Sons of Veterans to Hold Midwinter Session
The Indiana division of the Sons of Veterans and its auxiliary will hold a two day midwinter meeting in Indianapolis this Saturday and Sunday with members from local chapters attending.
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Indiana Division of the Sons of Veterans
Indianapolis
New York Central to Add Trains to Service
The New York Central railroad announces expansions by adding trains to its timetable. Service will increase routes and capacity to meet rising passenger demand across key corridors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York Central Railroad
Funeral services for Mary Mad iem
Funeral services for Mary Mad iem will be held from the home of her son Orlando Madiem at 201 Queen Street Saturday at 9 o clock. Rev Hiram Forney will officiate. Burial will be in Mottville cemetery.
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Mary Madiem
Orlando Madiem
Queen Street
Hiram Forney
Mottville Cemetery
Death of Perry Thompson at Leesburg Influenza Pneumonia
Perry Thompson died at Leesburg from influenza pneumonia. A brain dealer by trade, he was born on a farm near Leesburg. Survived by two sisters and two brothers including Charles Thompson of Syracuse.
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Perry Thompson
Leesburg
Charles Thompson
Syracuse
Building Projects Show Spring Resumption In Goshen
Goshen contractors expect construction to resume in spring as prices are seen falling and materials expected to sell cheaper than since the 1914 war began. Daily Democrat 1% cents per week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Daily Democrat
Thieves Enter Home Of Mrs Bachelor In Goshen
Thieves entered the home of Mrs. Bachelor on Cre scent street Goshen while she was visiting at Wolf Lake Noble county. They stole wearing apparel including a silk dress and a coat valued at 150 dollars. Police reportedly have a clue to the robbers.
Goshen Council to Review 1919 Appropriations at Monday Meeting
Goshen city council members prepare their annual reports to be presented to May or Troyer. At the meeting next Monday night December 16 action is expected on appropriations for 1919. War conditions limited 1917-1918 improvements. Plans call for paving Eighth Street from Lincoln Avenue to Goshen College next summer. Property owners split on asphalt versus brick for Seventh Street.
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Goshen City
Eighth Street
Lincoln Avenue
Goshen College
Seventh Street
Death of Edmund R Caldwell prominent Bradford man dies
Edmund R Caldwell of Bradford Pa died Tuesday night after a brief illness in a Buffalo hospital. He was a leading regional manufacturer and son of Mr and Mrs Rupert R Caldwell formerly of Goshen born 1868 in the city. He leaves his mother and a sister Maggie.
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Ed R. Caldwell
Edmund R. Caldwell
Bradford
Buffalo
N. Y
Pennsylvania
Rupert R. Caldwell
Goshen
Maggie
Mrs Catherine Freese Hesch Dies at 85 in Madison Township
Mrs Catherine Freese Hesch 85 a native of Germany and longtime Madison township St Joseph resident dies at her home. She is survived by her husband one son and two daughters including Mrs Allen Strope of Wakusura.
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Michael Hesch
Germany
Madison Township
St. Joseph
County
Catherine Freese
Allen Strope
Wakarusa
Taggart and Ralston Confer With Senate Finance Committee
Thomas Taggart former U S senator and Samuel M Ralston former Indiana governor confer with members of the senate finance committee in Washington about provisions of the new revenue bill.
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Washington
Thomas Taggart
U. S
Samuel M. Ralston
Indiana
Senate Finance Committee
Transfer of Elkhart Review Plant Stalled
Formal transfer of the Elkhart Review plant from O P Bassett to a new stock company of democrats has not yet been completed. A leased Associated Press wire service was today started in the Review office.
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The
Elkhart Review
O. P. Bassett
Associated Press
Review
Harris and Driemiller Move to Ypsilanti Jobs
Eugene Harris and Mr. Driemiller formerly at Rock Run Mills have accepted positions in Ypsilanti Michigan and moved their families there, leaving the Mrs. George W. Hattle and Mrs. F. A. Has call houses on North Seventh street.
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Eugene Harris
Driemiller
Rock Run
Ypsilanti, Mich
George W. Hattle
F. A. Hascall
North Seventh Street
Rohrer In Charge Of New Goshen Loan Co Business
Willis H. Rohrer oversees the New Goshen Loan Co business after the death of owner Jessie A. Rohrer, his mother, who passed away several days ago.
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Willis H. Rohrer
New Goshen Loan Co
Jessie A. Rohrer
Coal Prices Expected to Fall Amid Mild Weather
The Indianapolis News predicts coal prices will drop soon due to unexpected warmth. Many mines are reportedly closed as a result of the mild weather.
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Indianapolis News
Mishawaka Man J C Beatty Found Dead in Bed
J C Beatty aged 65 of Mishawaka was found dead in bed by his wife. He was born in Piereston Indiana.
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J.C. Beatty
Mishawaka
Piereston
Ind
Goshen Man Charged With Desertion Faces Return
A Goshen man charged with deserting his family is expected to be brought back to the city from a distant state.
Amasa Blough Injured After Stair Fall at River Avenue Home
Oak Ridge cemetery sexton Amasa Blough sustained severe injuries from a fall down a flight of stairs at his River avenue residence. He is receiving medical care and his condition is being monitored by local physicians.
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Amasa
Oak Ridge Cemetery
Sexton
River Avenue
Two Men Injured When Big Four Car Hits Open Switch
A Big Four passenger train struck an open switch near Anderson injuring two men. Emergency crews responded to the scene as investigators began assessing the cause of the derailment or collision.
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Anderson
Broom Factory Planned by Quakertown Man
For Broom Factory. G. Taylor of Quakertown Pennsylvania seeks to establish a broom factory at Wakarnosa the venture aiming to create local industry and employment opportunities in the area.
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Cc. G. Taylor
Quakertown, Pa
Wakarnosa
All Homes Should Show Red Cross Service Flags
Goshen aims for 100 percent Red Cross homes with white stars in service flags. The star signals every adult in the household is a 1919 Red Cross member, with school children not counted for Roll Call memberships. Only adults count toward the 160 percent star.
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Red Cross
Goshen
Building Collapses With A Heap Of Straw At Harris Store
A two story brick building on West Lincoln avenue owned by Mrs. Sarah J Harris and housing Yoders feed store had a rear section collapse under a large load of baled straw this afternoon. Several men loading straw narrowly escaped serious injuries as the collapse occurred without warning near a team of horses. Stock had recently been moved to a new location.
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Ender
Lincoln Avenue
Sarah J. Harris
Yoder
Fresh Air Endorsed As Treatment At influenza Conference
At a Chicago conference on influenza physicians urged fresh air as the best treatment for flu patients. City Health Officer Irwin and County Health Commissioner Becknell attended the meeting and supported the recommendation.
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Chicago
Irwin
Cbecknell
South Bend Soldiers Wounded and Recovering in France
Military notes report Corp Przestwor of South Bend wounded in action in France. Lt C Crocker and Pvt Felix Radzigelski from South Bend misreported dead. Radzigelski’s death was due to a similarly named person. Corp Forest L Crofser describes life in France and rumors of homeward moves. A Goshen mother receives a letter from son Corp Croser noting cool nights and pleasant days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Crotser
Emerson Street
Goshen
Corp. Forest L
U. S
Corp. Crotser
Corp
Influenza Affects Alma Miner At South Seventh Home
Mrs Alma Miner, an influenza patient, remains at her home on South Seventh street. Carl W Casey has recovered from influenza. Walter Mishler also recovered from a flu attack. The Home Economics Club plans its winter picnic on Saturday December 14 at Mrs Hugo Winverhoff s 15 South.
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Alma Miner
South Seventh Street
Home Economics Club
Hugo Winverhoff
Carl W. Casey
Walter Mishler
Burial notice for multiple influenza victims in North Liberty area
Russell Steine, 23, of Bourbon and Core Lee Royse, wife of J. T. Royse of Elwodo, along with her daughters Mrs. Cora Nuding and Mrs. Ruth Banfield, died of influenza in quick succession. Also mentioned are Mrs. Lewis Buchtel of Knox. Burial was in North Liberty cemetery. survivors include Steine’s wife, one son, his parents and two brothers.
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Russell Steine
Bourbon
Lee Royse
J. T. Royse
Elwodo
Cora Nuding
Ruth Banfield
Lewis Buchtel
Knox
North Liberty Cemetery
River rises to new high in months as floodfront nears
River is up Elkhart river higher than at any time in months. For sale ten registered Jersey cows at N. F. White head sale on December 17. All will be fresh about time of sale. Jesse Dierdorff. 4tp.
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Elkhart
Jersey
N. F. Whitehead
Jesse Dierdorff
Preparations for Christmas by Goshen Churches
Twenty one Goshen churches have prepared for annual Christmas exercises. Most programs run during the week of December 22 to 28. Sunday school groups are busy as Christmas nears.
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Goshen
Jean Lewis Writes Parents From France Front Letter 1918
Jean Lewis writes from Gesnes France on the front lines reporting heavy shell fire and fighting near the end of World War I. He mentions Boo’s participation, plans to return home by New Year's, and sending a German helmet to his father. He closes with love to family and hopes for a safe homecoming.
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Tam
Boo
Gesnes
Namesake Pershing Acknowledgment in Kendallville Birth Note
Gen J J Pershing honors Lawton Tayler and family of Kendallville for naming their son after him following the September 15 1918 birth. An official American Expeditionary Forces message from the Commander in Chief in France dated October 25 1918 extends thanks for the child’s namesake, expressing appreciation and best wishes.
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Lewten
Taylor
Kendallville
Henner
Cen
John J. Pershing
France
Lawton
Tayler
South Oak Street
Cad
Influenza caseloads reported across Indiana counties
Daily influenza tallies show rising cases. Nayppance reports 11, Goshen 14, Elkhart 11, New Paris 24. On Wednesday Gasket reports 260 total with Elkhart 14 and Middlebury 1. County Health Commissioner J. J. Becknell notes continued development of cases.
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Mace i
J. J. Becknell
Nayppance
Goshen
Elkhart II
New Paris
Elkhart
Middlebury
Influenza Deaths and Cases Reported in Elkhart
The report lists influenza deaths in Elkhart by months from October to December and notes an estimated 1631 influenza cases in Elkhart since October 1. Names and exact dates are partly unreadable due to OCR issues, but the totals indicate a worsening outbreak.
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Van
Elkhart
Elkhart County Fair Stockholders Meet Tomorrow
Stockholders of the Elkhart County Fair and Agricultural association will meet tomorrow to elect directors and officers and to arrange for the 1919 fair the 47th annual. The annual meeting was postponed from last Saturday due to lack of a quorum.
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Elkhart County Fair and Agricultural Association
Chicago buyers plan 200 head cattle shipment
David Smoker, ANen Yoder and Sey moour Hess in Chicago arrange purchase of 200 cattle to be shipped here at once. The reception for new members of the Women's Missionary Society of the Reformed church is postponed due to illness. The Brett Bible class meeting moves to Mrs. Frank Crowell at 622 Emerson street tonight. Orders for coal placed with L. J. Brooks on East Lincoln Ave. tf
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Smoker
Anen Yoder
Seymoour Hess
Chicago
Women’s Missionary Society of the Reformed Church
Brett Bible
Frank Crowell
Emerson Street
No Reduction in Empl oyes to Be Kept on Existing Scale
Agency announces no cuts in employee numbers or salaries on the current pay scale. Management states personnel levels remain unchanged and cost of living adjustments will not affect staffing.
McAdoo Recommends No Wage Cut for Railroad Workers
Advises from Washington report the Railroad Administration will not lower wages despite Director General McAdoo desires. The current pay level is likely to remain unchanged for railway employees.
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McAdoo
Pvt Earl Crame Not Dead Says Elkhart Parents
Parents of Pvt Earl Crame of Elkhart report their son is alive not dead. He was seriously wounded in July and September, with injuries to one leg and an arm, and was believed to have died weeks ago before letters from his company captain confirmed he is expected home by Christmas.
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Pvt
Earl van Olkhart
Friance
Eacen
Crame
Abs. Crame
Mortuary Notices from Early 20th Century Death Records
Mortuary notices list several deaths and survivors. Charles Sehude, 27, died pending prognosis after hospital intake. Cass Landis connected with Sebi Clothing Co. in Kikhart. Margaret Weaver, died of neu ralgia and complications. husband George Weaver died July 18, 1916. survivors include children, sister, grandchildren. Mary Johnson, 38, died of typhoid. husband, two children, mother and brother are listed as survivors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schiely-Alys
Charles Sehude
Fener
Edkhart
Cass Landis
Esarha
Croshen Avenue
George Weaver
Johnson
Mary Johnson
Nappaner
Time to stock cellar for winter from garden yield
Take stock of summer produce and plan a bigger garden next year. If land is obtainable, prepare it in fall to be in best condition for next spring.
Indianapolis woman found unconscious after robbery attempt
Catherine Middleton a 95 year old former slave living in Indianapolis was found unconscious in a shanty. Police believe she was attacked by robbers during the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Middleton
Indianapolis
Milford Painter Edward Baer Die After Wa bash Railroad Wreck
Edward Baer formerly of Milford and a painter, was killed in a water car wreck between Montpelier Ohio and Fort Wayne on the Wa bash railroad. He had previously lived in Milford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Baer
Montpelier
Ohio
Fort Wayne
Wabash
Milford
Fort Wayne Schools Set to Reopen Next Monday
Fort Wayne schools long closed due to the flu will reopen next Monday morning after a 14 week term, only seven weeks of study having been possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
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