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Goshen Daily Democrat

Location

Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1915

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December Court Term Opens With Holiday Adjournment

The December term of the circuit court began at 9 30 this morning before Judge Drake and will run until January 22 with customary holiday adjournments. The court room, initially 50 degrees, was ordered heated to 70 degrees. fuel and janitor services may be procured. Several cases were dismissed or adjourned. notable actions include injunction for Susan Vletcher vs City of Goshen and various note and mortgage suits. Fifteen prisoners are held in the county jail, one serving a sentence of 38 and a half days.

Circuit Court Drake Thomas Sone Moses F. Lentz Miple City Mfg. Co Daniel M. Bechtel William FE. Dotttxch Susan Vletcher City of William S. Nutting Bristol Bar Association Nutting Esther Stener David Heffner Cuardian Superior Court Leesbore Grain and Milling Co Robert M. Brown Franklin O. Miller Frank TF Belle Stuff Osolo Toledo Alvin A. Keim Roy Trau

Patrick Collins Home After Lake Shore Engine Injury

Patrick Collins who was injured by a Lake Shore engine was released from Goshen hospital and returned to his home today.

Patrick Collins Lake Shore Goshen Hospital

Recorder takes position with Recorder-elect Swart

Dwight Yoder accepts a post in the Recorder's Office under Recorder-elect Swart. The item notes Swart and Win. Lewis at 413 South Fifth Street and includes a brief, plain listing of cider quality references.

Recorder's Dwight Yoder Recorder-elect Swart Win Lewis Fifth Street

German War Council Presided by Emperor William on Eastern Front

London reports an official dispatch that the German war council, presided over by Emperor William, is assembling at German headquarters on the eastern front. Also dated December 15, news notes the British steamer Tinegrove was sunk with the crew saved.

East Emperor William London William

Chicago Likely Choice For 1918 National Convention

The national Republican committee will meet to set the 1918 convention time and location. Chicago leads as the expected host among bidders St Louis Philadelphia San Francisco and Honolulu with Chicago favored to win the bid and set the schedule.

Washington National Republican Committee Chicago St. Louis Philadelphia San Francisco Honolulu

Fry May Be Chairman of Democratic State Committee

Indianapolis Dec 18 Special James Fry of Fort Wayne may become chairman of the Democratic state central committee to succeed T Bernard Korhiy of Tudianapolis.

Indianapolis James Fry Fort Wayne Democratic State Central T Bernard Korhiy Tudianapolis

Goshen Man Sues for 5000 Damages Over False Arrest

In Elkhart circuit court Charles S Budd Winters alleges Frank and Henrietta Poyser, with aid from police officials Roth and Shehmin e, wrongfully jailed him ten hours on March 14 1914 for allegedly storing money at the Poyser home. His in laws admitted the currency was found there after reporting his suspected theft. Winters, son of Wim Winters of Goshen, seeks 5000 in damages in the suit filed by C YD. Sherwin and L J Burgvis.

Circuit Court Today C. YD. Sherwin L. J. Burgvis Charles S Budd) Winters Goshen Frank D Henrietta Poyser Elkhart Winters Poysers Poyser William H. Roth Orrin Shehmirine Poyser-Winters Wim. Winters

Ornamental Lighting System Lights Goshen Merchants Tonight

The Goshen Retail Merchants Association will switch on an ornamental lighting system in the business district tonight for the first time. Weather is ideal for the holiday season and merchants report strong business as streets will remain illuminated through New Year’s.

Goshen Retail Merchants Association

Woman Falls on Pike Street Injuring Spine

Mrs William Vian Ness of first street slipped on the pavement near the street car tracks on Pike street opposite Royce Grocery this morning about 7 o clock and injured her spine as she was on her way to the Alder min.

William .Vian Nessoof First Street Aldermin Pike Street Royce Grocery

Executive board and chairmen meet Thursday afternoon

The executive board of the Association and eight district chairmen will hold a meeting in the examination room of the county superintendent's office Thursday at 4 o'clock.

The Associated, Charities

Sick List Note From Southera Street

Miss Lulu Chorndorfer of Southera street is ill. Bessie Ernsberger, eight, daughter of Mr and Mrs George Ernsberger, suffers Brights disease.

Lulu Chorndorfer Southera Street Bessie George Ernsberger

Crimson school event to host sex speech fundraiser

The Crimson staff will speak at the high school Thursday evening to raise funds for the Crimson. Proceeds from the event will go to the Crimson. An large attendance is expected and David Landis will be the auctioneer.

Crimson The David Landis

Old Shot Gun Exhibition Tells of 1836 Ohio Relic

Henry J. Hess presented the Mishart County Historical Society with a shotgun brought by Samuel Dell from Ohio in 1836. Dell was a relative of Hess.

Henry J. Hess Mishart County

Charity Minstrels Attend Jefferson Picture Show

Guests of Will Ormsby manager of the Jefferson theatre will attend the Jefferson picture show tonight as part of a charity event.

Will Ormsby Jefferson Theatre Charity Minstrels

Birth announced for Topeka couple’s daughter

A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Vern Ros of Topeka. Mrs Roy is identified as a niece of William Lewis of Goshen.

A Dauhstery Vern Ros Topeka Roy Wiliam Lewis Goshen

Four Inches of Snow Closes Roads and Delays Travel

Four inches of snow blankets streets prompting travel delays and school interruptions. Residents report slick sidewalks and plow crews working through the night to clear main arteries. Local officials caution drivers to reduce speed and exercise care on icy patches.

Christmas entertainments planned at Goshen churches

Goshen churches announce a busy Christmas program. First Baptist hosts Santa Claus and the Fairy God Mother on December 23, gifts for charity on December 26, and related events across multiple churches including St. Mark's M. FE, First Brethren, St. John's Catholic, First Presbyterian, Trinity Lutheran, First Reformed, First Christian, St. James Episcopal, and English Lutheran. Christmas programs run December 22 to 26 with children's activities, special services, and music, plus a separate note about early Christmas tree sales at Hawks Hardware Co.

Goshen Santa Claus First Baptist Church St. Mark’s M. FE First Reformed Church First Christian Church St. James Episcopal Church Winguuces Jefferson Hall M. I Associated Charities Church of the Brethren Fifth Clinton Goshen College George [L Bivin Revetta Detweiler Hawks Hardware Co

Former Middlebury Resident George W Simmons Dies at 60

George W Simmons a former Middlebury township resident who had lived in Miami county for 25 years died Saturday morning at his Nead area home from heart trouble at age 60. Survived by his wife one daughter one grandchild a brother Noah Simmons two miles NW of Middlebury and cousins Orville and Aliss Mabel Simmons. Funeral held this afternoon at his home.

George W. Simmons Middlebury Township Miami County Nead Noah Simmons Middlebury Orville Aliss Mabel Simmons Mr. Simmons John Simmons

Granted a Divorce in South Bend Superior Court

Julie a C Dinstitt was granted a divorce from Fred W Dinstitt by Judge George Ford in the South Bend Superior Court. The couple formerly resided in Go-Shen.

Julia C. Dinstitt Fred W. Dinstitt George Ford South Bend Dinstitts Go- Shen

Card of Thanks from the Rink Family

We thank friends and neighbors Goshen Veneer Co. and the L O O M for kindnesses during illness and after our daughter's death and for the floral offerings. Mr and Mrs John Rink.

Goshen Veneer Co John Rink

Balyeat Purchases Galentine Lot for Subdivision

John W Balyeat buys the Guilentine lot at the corner of Douglas and Fifth streets and plans to subdivide it into smaller parcels for sale in the market.

John W. Balyeat Guilentine Douglas and Fifth Streets

Easter date shifts in 1943 calendar quirk

The note explains the next Easter falls on April 28 this year and, unusually, only once more in this century will it land on April 25 in 1943, the latest possible Easter date.

Special Sermon and Moose Hall Dance Notice

At vesper service yesterday Rev. E A Vannuys of the First Presbyterian church preached on Industry Life in Action. Dance at Moose hall Wednesdays, evening Dec. 15th. All Moose and their friends are cordially invited. Tobacco, Candy, Cigars and Chewing gum. Rimpler's Fruit Store. 15

E. A. Vannuys First Presbyterian Church Moose Hall Rimpler's Fruit Store

Big Night Tonight in Auto Race Push

It begins at 10 o clock tonight with a final 300000 vote offer for subscriptions. Twenty dollars buys big vote vouchers, and the Democrat office will close doors at 10 sharp, though subscriptions in progress will be honored.

Democrat

N Y C wrecks freights cause slight damage east of Millersburg

Two New York Central freight wrecks east of Millersburg and near Waterloo caused slight damage with no injuries. A west bound wreck east of Millersburg blocked tracks and delayed passenger No 48 for over three hours. A separate freight wreck east of Waterloo disrupted traffic this afternoon.

Millersburg Waterloo N.Y. C

Evelyn Gilbert Dies in Elkhart Hospital at 16

Mortuary record notes Evelyn Gilbert age sixteen, daughter of D. E. Gilbert of Elkhart, died after a three week illness in General hospital Elkhart. Survived by parents, four brothers and one sister.

Gilbert—Evelyn E. Gilbert Elkhart General Hospital That City

Marshalls In Washington After Trip From Indianapolis

Vice President and Mrs. Thomas Marshall left Indianapolis at 3:30 yesterday afternoon and reached Washington at 1:00 this afternoon. Mrs. Marshall, recovering well from the St. Vincent's operation three weeks ago, has been walking in the hospital and shows rapid progress toward recovery. A nurse accompanied the Marshalls to Washington, and they went to the Willard hotel where a suite had been prepared.

Marshalls Washington Thomas &. Marshall Indianapolis Marshall St. Vincent’s Hospital Willard Hotel

Terrn BL Long and Laura Stackhouse Wed in Wasby Home

Terrn BL Long of Leesburg and Miss Laura Stackhouse of Nappanee united in marriage at the AL i par sonage in Was by Rev. A. G. Neal. They left for Chicago on their home remoon and will reside near Leeshur.

Terrn BL Long Leesburg Laura Stackhouse Nappanee AL i Was A. G. Neal Chicago Coute Leeshur

Shull Ditch Completed by Local Contractor

Earl Missler of Lagrange completed the Benjamin P. Shull ditch in Washington township Whitley county through a sub contract from Cinde A Walb.

Shull Earl Missler Lagrange Benjamin P. Shull Washington Township Whitley County Cinde A. Walb

Indiana postmasters named for Muncie Anderson Elwood

Indiana postmasters have been named as follows Muncie Frank De Aabahaugh Anderson John L Fraley Elwood HBert Carpenter. The list outlines recent changes in appointments across the state.

Indiana Muncie Frank de Aabahaugh Anderson John L. Fraley Elwood Hbert Carpenter

Knights of Pythias cancels Tuesday convention entertainment

Attention Knights of Pythias. There will be no regular convention Tuesday evening on recount. Sor. the Charity Minstrel entertainment. BR. OW. Swartz, C. Left.

Knights of Pythias Swartz

Birth of Daughter to Mr and Mrs Edwin Moser Elk Hart Prairie

A daughter was born yesterday to Mr and Mrs Edwin Moser of Elkheart Prairie. The newborn adds to the family with health reported as good and gratitude expressed by the parents.

Edwin, Moser Elkhart Prairie

Second Annual Charity Minstrels At Goshen Hospital Benefit

Tomorrow night the Jefferson hosts the second annual Charity Minstrels with a 50 member local cast performing two hours of songs and skits to raise funds for Goshen hospital. A 42 piece orchestra and cyclovank backdrop accompany the show with I F E Trump and others as soloists. endmen include Jones, Culp, Knox, Nelf. Reserved seats remain at 50 cents, 75 cents and 1 dollar. general admission 25 cents.

Jefferson Minstrels Goshen Hospital Goshen I. F E. Trump J. W. Morrice Mark Shrock Fred Buckley Vere Beecher Lagrange John Kennedy Kennedy Lamar Croop Charles Morrice Robert Jones Mari Cisse Charles Parker Floyd Culp Kenneth Knox Donald Nelf Wade Fery

Moose lodge interurban meeting draws about 250 in Goshen

About 250 persons attended the Moose lodge interurban meeting Saturday night in Goshen with attendees from Niles Mishawaka Elkhart and South Bend. Music came from Goshen City and Elkhart Moose bands and speakers included Mayor Spohn Forrest KB Yramy and lodge leaders. Boxing events Ulery versus Frantz and Casey versus Swanson provided entertainment. The next meeting is set for Mishawaka Saturday night January 27.

Ghent Niles South Tend Mishawiaka Elkhart Goshen Swanson Mishiawaka

Herman Will Fills Pulpit at First English Lutheran

Herman Will a student at Lutheran Theological Seminary Maywood Chicago preached yesterday morning and evening at First English Lutheran church. His sermons pleased the large audiences that greeted him.

Herman Will Lutheran Theological Seminary Maywood Chicago First English Lutheran Church Will

Elkhart Officer Named Superintendent at Mill Springs Cemetery

Capt R O Chamberlin of Elkhart has been commissioned by the secretary of war as a superintendent of the National military cemetery at Mill Springs Kentucky.

R. O. Chamberlin Elkhart Secretary of War National Military Cemetery Oat Mill Springs

Deathly stroke claims New Paris man De G Chas Koehniline

De G Chas Koehniline of New Paris suffered a stroke yesterday forenoon at 9 o'clock. It is the third stroke he has endured and he is very low with no hope of recovery.

de. G. Chas, Koehniline New Paris

John Fleet Dies in Indianapolis After 35 Years with Kiefer Drug

John Fleet died in Indianapolis on December 11. He was well known here for traveling the territory for the Kiefer Drug Company for about 35 years.

Indianapolis John Fleet Kiefer Drug Co

Doing Big Business with New York Century Trains

The New York Century trains are performing at high volume with an estimated net of 100 thousand dollars daily for the company.

New York Century

Still Installed For Water Distillation In Rochester

M. O. Jamison, formerly of Goshen and now proprietor of the Electric shop in Rochester, has installed a still for distilling water at his business.

M. O. Jamison Goshen Rochester

Mrs Nanicy Snepp Dies at Son's Home in Winona Lake

Mrs Nanicy Snepp passed away at her son Mark Snepp's house in Winona Lake. Her final resting place is planned in Paurboit.

Nanicy Snepp Mark Snepp Winona Lake Paurboit

Praising Henry Kratz As Billboard Artist

The current Billboard issue features an article praising Henry E. Kratz as a Billboard artist, noting his contributions and acclaim within the publication’s spotlight.

Billboard Henry FE. Kratz

Loafers Driven from Station

Loafers have been driven from the South Bend Interurban Station as part of a recent local control action. The move aims to clear the area of lingering trespassers and restore orderly operations at the facility.

South Bend

Welcome Whitaker Left Team in Controversial Exit

The late Welcome Whitaker departed the squad amid a contested move. Details remain sparse as officials confirm the exit. teammates and coaches reflect on a pivotal, unresolved turn in the season.

Will Whitaker

New Stock of novelty and alarm glocks at Brumbaughs

Readable fragments indicate Brumbaughs offering a new stock of novelty items and alarm clocks. The note suggests in store display and availability but contains garbled OCR. No clear date or further details are identifiable.

Brumbaugh’s

Judgment Sought for Nine Thousand Dollars in Suit

James H. Matchett of Bourbon sues Kosciusko circuit court defendants J F Beyer J E L Beyer and CG Beyer plus the Winona Interurban Railway Co claiming a loan of 6500 secured by the Beyer Bros contract. He states the loan dated May 24 1910 was for six months and remains unpaid. The plaintiff seeks judgment for 9000.

James EH. Matchett Bourbon Koscluske J. FL Beyer J. EL Beyer Qdr CG Beyer Winona Interurban Railway Company Matchett Winona Interurban By. Co Beyer Bros Fever Bros

Robbery at South Bend Station Targets Wallet and Watch

A lone robber forced entry at the Chicago Lake Shore and South Bend station on Michigan Street at 9 25 PM and held up night ticket agent W T Post. He rifled the safe, escaped with 158 83 in cash and a gold watch after threatening the agent’s life. The assailant entered offices directly, commanded access, and compelled Post to sit as the thief fled.

W. T. Post Chicago, Lake Shore and South Bend Mr. Post Michigan Street Post

Society Notes Highlight Luncheon and Local Events

A Washington dispatch notes Mrs. John W. Thompson hosted a luncheon last week in honor of Mrs. George A. Tiley of Goshen Ind. St James church will hold a Christmas party in Jefferson hall on Thursday evening Dec 30 with Father Scofield in charge. The True Blues of the Brethren church plan a gathering with Glen Berkey on Wilson avenue at 7:30 p.m. Miss Harriett Geddes hosted a sewing party for Miss Amy Saphore of Chicago. Miss Mildred Diller and Ray Warstier announce their marriage set for Thursday Dec 28. Beacon Lights plan a dinner at Mrs. M C Dow Jr's home at 6 p.m. The Whilomathians convene tonight with Miss Grace Galentine.

Washington Indianapolise News John W. Thompson George ‘A. Tiley Goshen, Ind St. James Church Jefferson Hall Father Scofield The True Blues of the Brethren Church Glen Berkey Wilson Avenue Harriett Geddes

Tax fight over Greek fraternity house in Indiana

Putnam county commissioners sue Greencastle authorities to force taxation of Phi Kappa Psi property at DePauw University. The state board of tax commissioners ruled non taxable weeks earlier, making the test case highly watched by Greek letter men.

State Board of Tax Commissioners Putnam County Commissioners Greencastle Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity Depauw University County Board of Equalization

Local Goshen merchants urge Christmas shoppers to buy at home

Tenders of the Daily Democrat are urged to carefully read each advertisement in this edition. Goshen merchants present unusual bargains in holiday goods and describe delightful Christmas gifts. They encourage readers to support local businesses to improve the community.

Daily Democrat Goshen Yoshen

Revenue figures show large intake by M. Rumely Co

In November the M. Rumely Co of Laporte under receiver Finley TP Mount collected about 1.9 million dollars, averaging roughly 865000 daily. The substantial sums reflect the broader financial condition of the United States as seen in the period.

M. Rumely Co Laporte Finley TP. Mount United States

Appointment of Haimbanelifi as Munele postmaster

Frank J D Haimbanelifi, a known Democratic editor, to be named postmaster at Munele. He is a local figure, with his wife Enna Elgenfritz formerly of Goshen. An ad notes a 22 year old job seeker with three years bookkeeping experience and good recommendations. Also mentions sales at Nymeyer & Wohlford window and Hawks Hatftware Co offerings.

Frank JD. Haimbanelifi Munele Enna’ Elgenfritz Goshen Youngsman Democrat

Local incidents and crime notes span Whitley to South Bend

Over 1 000 Cisco were caught in Whitley county lakes. Laporte citizens donated 963 75 for Holy Family hospital aid. L Howell of Michigan City ill with scarlet fever at 27. Lewis Goering negotiating to buy Bock Printery in Kendallville. Seven hundred acres valued at 1 000 per acre to be annexed to Mishawaka. Mayor Weller of South Bend elected head of the real estate men. C A Thompson a Knightstown chiropractor jailed for practicing without a license. Milton Guthrie 21 of Peru arrested for attacking Miss Tomlinson of Bloomfield. Mrs A F Eschbach of Warsaw dying at daughter’s in South Bend. Edward R Leyton 64 piano salesman of Marion killed by Clover Leaf freight at Marion. George Gustafson of Valparaiso killed falling from a steam crane arm at Kalmazoo Mich. Mr and Mrs E H Scott of Laporte donate 700 toward Holy Family hospital addition. He paid a fine for muskrat hunting out of season. Harris Sellers of Sullivan marries. A Schuyvler Colfax memorial planned at South Bend. VP’s former house still stands. Daniel A White 64 council member dying of paralysis at New Carlisle. Clinton M Case mayor of Kendallville defeated for reelection as Kendallville fair president after eight years. Charles Hippensteel missing from Wabash county home. Anna Graham pleads guilty to hurling carbolic acid on tenant Tony Lukowski. Henry J Roh of Nappanee marine private with expeditionary marines. Delbert Sill of Plymouth seeks release after year in county jail for failure to support family. He offers partial payment if freed.

Cisco Whitley Laporte Holy Family Hospital User L Howell Michigan City Lewis Goering Bock Printery Kendallville Mishawaka Weller South Bend C. A. Thompson Knightstown Milton Guthrie Peru Tomlinson Bloomfield A. F. Eschbach Warsaw Joseph Vleck Edward R. Leyton Marion George Gustafson Valparaiso Kalnimzoo Mich E. H. Scott Harris Sellers Sullivan Mexico Delbert Sill Plymouth Tie

Russian reformer Count Lochwitzky to lecture at New Paris

At New Paris on December 16, Count Alexander Lochwitzky will speak to the lecture course. The Russian exile, from a distinguished aristocratic family, founded a free school for peasant children, endured 15 months in solitary confinement, lost his estate, and exiled to Siberia before escaping to the United States. He is not a citizen but attends Protestant services and is a noted VY. aT qc. The talk aims to fill the house.

New Paris New Siberia Japan United States Count Lochwitzky A.J

Warsaw Wins Carnegie Library Grant Status

The Carnegie Corporation in New York has awarded Warsaw a $15,000 grant for a new library building. The gift exceeds the initial request and will fund a fine structure, though the petition originally stated $12,500 could be provided.

Carnegie Library Warsaw Carnegie Corporation New York

Mrs Mary D Travis Dies in Fort Wayne Hospital

Mrs Mary D Travis mother of Rev Claude C Travis a prominent Methodist minister in Fort Wayne died at Lutheran hospital after a week of pneumonia.

Mary D. Travis Claude C. Travis Fort Wayne Lutheran

Funeral services held for Welcome Whitaker at home

Funeral services for Welcome Whitaker were held at 2:30 PM yesterday at the home on Main Street with Rev. R. L. Semans of the First M E Church officiating. Burial followed in Oak Ridge cemetery. Demnison's offered mailing cards and wrapping supplies. Nymeyer & Wohlford noted related items.

Fonerad Welcome Whitaker No. S11 Main Street R. L. Semans M. E Oak Ridge Cemetery

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LO 24N Fry Bex Social Mortuary Record United FP. M.'s Moose Winona James H. Matchett Chicago, Lake Shore Mildred Diller Isaac M. W. Biller Ray Warstier M.C. Dow. Jr Whilomathians Grace Galentine Haimbaugh the Hawks Hatftware Co Travis Demnison's
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