14 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1916
Page
1
A German note was received in Washington last night and will be transmitted to the Allies by the U S government. Exact terms of the document have not been released.
Washington reports the central powers peace note is being drafted for President Wilson after overnight reception. Berlin and London exchange notes as Wallachia is declared cleared, with French and Bulgarian fronts active and Britain preparing new war measures and credits.
Ottawa reports Sir George Foster acting premier states Canada supports vigorous war effort with the empire until complete victory is attained in response to German peace proposals.
Washington dispatch notes embassies of the Entente view German peace offers as worthy of examination though an early acceptance seems unlikely.
The United States submarine I 3 ran aground in Wuniboldt bay, Eureka, California, early today as a dense fog limited visibility. No injuries reported and crew secured the vessel without incident.
The Millersburg Cemetery association now manages Brown's Cemetery. The Grit notes many Brown's records are in bad shape and require preservation efforts.
At St. Joseph Michigan Harry Fields received a prison term of from five to 200 years on a murder charge in a state penitentiary case.
The House Judiciary Committee favorably reports the Borland resolution ordering a federal trade commission inquiry into the high cost of living. The Senate passes the immigration bill 64 to 7. The committee also reports favorably on the national prohibition amendment by 12 to 7, with no recommendation on universal suffrage. Hearings on railroad legislation recommendations from President Wilson will soon begin.
German Army Headquarters announced the peace note to reserves and troops resting behind the front. Soldiers along the route to and from trenches heard the document via improvised bulletin boards. The note sparked joy, but doubts remained about Entente allies accepting the proposals.
Munich reports the Austrian emperor left 60 million crowns of his private fortune to a fund for wounded soldiers invalids and families of the fallen. His two daughters and one granddaughter each receive 20 million crowns under the terms of the will.
Invitations will be extended to President Wilson and Vance C. McCormick and Gov. Asa Ma or of Missouri by the Indiana Democratic Editorial Association to attend its midwinter meeting in Indianapolis February. The two day session will include a love feast on the first day and business on the second.
Germany's note reaching the state department this morning challenges U S explanations for Belgian deportations. Berlin contends the United States has not been accurately informed of the deportation purposes, asserting social conditions make them necessary.
A December 14 report notes a supplementary estimate adding 1,000,000 men to the army for the current financial year. The original plan called for 4,000,000 soldiers across all ranks.
Chicago records four degrees above zero as the season’s first real winter weather arrives. Ground lies snow covered and air turns cold.
Roy Berkey, employed by the Northern Construction Co of Elkhart, works at Jackson Tennessee assisting in erecting a three yard dredge for a contract to dredge 20 miles of river. The project will take two years.
Claude Hays a Lafayette Hotels porter in South Bend is missing after a quarrel over a card game in which he allegedly used a knife on his cousin Asy Ward another Lafayette porter. Police search continues for Hays with no trace found to date.
George Byron Stewart aged 64 of Wakarusa has been declared sane and remains at his residence.
Stockholders meet at the courthouse to elect directors and officers for 1917 and discuss an annual exhibition. The association faces about 8000 dollars in debt and mortgage pressure, with grounds valued over double the debt. A quiet title dispute is also reviewed. The 1917 fair is set for September 25 to 28 if no fair festival occurs.
Cecil Johnson aged 17 with no fixed address was found drunk and exposed near the Elkhart General hospital. Police took him into custody as temperatures neared zero. he is under city care while authorities decide his fate. He previously suffered leg injuries from a crush accident while riding a New York Central train. Relatives are not known.
WYYMAN Mrs. George Wyman, aged four, died after a long illness near Nappanee. Survived by husband and two daughters Mrs. Swank of Montana and Mrs. Johnson near Nappanee. OVERLEASE Margaret, four days old, daughter of Charles Overlease of Elkhart, died yesterday. Survived by parents, three brothers and one sister.
Residents plan a citywide Sapir observance with candle lightings in home windows each night during the holidays. A few families kept the custom last year and the practice is reported as general in some cities.
Report says a monumental pearl once valued at £3000 or more, reputedly among Indiana's largest, was sold in Columbus a few days ago for $5. The drop in value is attributed to man's wish to improve on nature.
Henry Haines of Clinton township returns from Disko Indiana with a Lincoln Lukens boar paying 400 dollars. The hog is of Poland China breed. Also in notices a job call for 75 to 100 workers to aid in hauling electric goods to a sale at Goshen Stamping Brass Co and a Christmas tree feature urging early selection.
Local churches plan annual Christmas exercises and cantatas to benefit children. Programs include "Dr Santa Claus' Cure" and "The King's Welcome" with gifts for children. Services span Christmas Eve and Dec 24 with Miss Hazel Zigler and Rev I R Detweiler in charge.
Richard G. Inwood, 51, a lawyer not actively practicing, died at his South Bend residence. For the next ten days a millinery sale advertises stock at half price from Hudson Millinery Dept.
Last night Moose members gathered in Spohn Hall on North Main Street for a large initiation by the local order. Mayor Spohn City Judge Lee and several Goshen lodge members spoke and a one armed violinist performed. A rabbit roast followed the ceremonies and a winter canvass to grow the order is planned with a dance featuring Ulrich Orchestra tomorrow at nine.
Guy Alspach of Rochester Ind took possession of the Walkover Boot Shop at 213 South Main and will run it with Charles Rengersger and Ernest Ecklebarger of Goshen. The store will be renamed the Alspach Walkover Shoe Store and its stock space will be doubled. The shop has operated here for over two years.
The Indiana Chiropractors Association met at the Claypool hotel and approved a bill to create a five member state board of chiropractors funded by examination and registration fees. They argue state recognition through a formal board is essential, as current oversight by the medical registration board lacks support.
Beas & Galbreath millinery, once linked with Wadson Company, will relocate around January 1, 1977 to Sam Wes Meyers estate room 106 South Main Street. The leased site will be remodeled to become a premier millinery in northern Indiana. The firm, owned by Mrs. W. B. Leas and Mrs. Bertha Galbreath, operated a decade at the Hudson store and previously in the Freyberg building on South Main Street. A grand opening will be announced this season.
The Riley estate of James Whitcomb Riley has been appraised for inheritance tax at $21,146,389 in real estate, with personal property totaling $197,182.70 and $6,000 for copyrights. A final hearing is scheduled for January 6.
Otto L. Krauss who has succeeded Dale J. Crittenberger as auditor of state appointed Miles Schaeffer of this city as actuary of the insurance department succeeding H. L. Arnold of Indianapolis. The position pays $4,000 per annum. Wilson Roose of Elkhart named an examiner in the bank department of the auditor's office.
Society notes describe the Silent Builders class of the Brethren church being hosted by Miss Goldie Himebaugh on North Main Street with a two course luncheon. Mrs S A Hammond to host the Anti Cant class at 401 West Pika Street tomorrow evening. Mrs Warren Suday entertained last night at Washington and Seventh in honor of her son Glen. A reception occurred at the Brethren church parlor honoring 71 converts of Evangelist Bell. Mrs Mabel Schumann Kyle and Ralph Stafford, once residents, wed in Detroit last October.
Indianapolis December 14 Fred J. Schortesier is named private secretary to Senator-elect Harry S New who will take his seat March 4 1917 succeeding John W Fern of Indianapolis Schortesnier won honors as an orator at Butler and Harvard colleges.
Indiana Hotel Keepers Association plans to push a high license measure before the legislature to defeat statewide prohibition. Some members offer to pay up to 4000 dollars annually to avoid a saloonless state.
A Goshen coal dealer laments no profit in retail coal under current conditions. He recently paid $10 per ton for hard coal, with gold at $11, and notes confusion over reports of cheap coal sold at municipal yards.
Ft Wayne reports Patrolman Paul suffers severe facial damage after Arthur Smith, arrested for loitering, slashed him with a razor. Smith is jailed on charges of assault and battery with intent to kill.
Jasper county farmer Benjamin Harris bequeaths 50000 to a home for poor widows. He notes the gift is in the nature of a monument and directs 30050 to Widows' Home in the settlement of his estate.
Police busted Goldie Manns bagnio at 315 South Michigan Street in South Bend, marking the second raid within a year. An ad for Rogers & Wilson promotes a coal offer and a Victrola sales pitch appears nearby.
A ground strip twelve miles below Evansville and near Henderson Kentucky may be bought by the Indiana State Audubon society to establish a bird farm. Plans are not yet perfected, says George Clifford vice president of the society.
A big crowd gathered at the Nappa M E Church to hear Charles F. Hansen of Indianapolis perform on the organ. Wanted A store full of people to bid at a public auction Saturday evening for Electrical Xmas Gifts at reasonable prices. Goshen Stamping Brass Co reports new cut glass tumblers 10¢ each at Morris 5 and 10c Store.
A new system for philanthropic requests has been adopted to channel donations and extend aid to the deserving poor, strengthening relief efforts through organized charity.
The Charities association asks for food and clothing to be sent to Robert E. Chatten, township trustee, in the courthouse basement. Call Miss Mayme Greenamyer at 368 or visit 211 North Main Street to arrange pickup if you cannot deliver. Cash gifts go to Frank A. Hascall at Salem Bank.
Jerome C. Stephens of Elkhart has been appointed probation officer to succeed James A. Bigelow. The appointment was made by Judge Drake on the recommendation of Judge Harman of Elkhart.
Milford basketball quintet to play the local high school team at Rogers Band Park Saturday evening. tickets priced at 2.50 dollars. Hudson Millinery Dept. promotes “Large velvet sailors.”
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