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Goshen Daily Democrat

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Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1919

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Nebraska Makes Prohibition A Ratified State Card

National Prohibition is ratified as Nebraska becomes the 36th state to take favorable action toward the Prohibition Amendment and enforce a nationwide ban on alcohol.

U S Prohibition Achieved as States Ratify

United States completes ratification of the federal prohibition amendment. Nebraska the 36th state, Missouri and Wyoming also ratified. Effective date debated as one year from final certification or from proclamation next July 1 1919. Distillers plan conversions for nationwide enforcement.

Chicago Jan United States Nebraska Missouri Wyoming Vvnstillers

Cost of Maintaining Inmates in Indiana Institutions

The average cost for keeping each inmate in Indiana charitable and correctional institutions last fiscal year was 55.36 dollars. The figure is from the Watch quarterly report in preparation, based on a per capita daily attendance of 264.17 inmates and a current expense count of 20 5005, covering salaries, food, clothing, repairs, and office expenses.

Indeanapolis

Nine Kiddies in Four Years Special Feature

Moss Lukes in Morel Ga recounts a remarkable family story with triplets born in 1917 and a quadruped set, highlighting the strain and surprise of rapid expansion across four years.

Morel Mngi Moss Lukes

Indoor Revival Shifts North Indiana Halls to Life

Revival of indoor ball returns to northern Indiana cities as indoor halls are reopened and leagues form anew. Local clubs seek attracting players and audiences with renewed schedules and events.

Indiana

Objections Rise Over Communique Plan In Paris

Paris January 16 The supreme council of five powers resumed sessions at 10:30 this morning amid protests over restricting all session notes to formal communiques. Reports say an explanation on the policy may appear in tonight’s communiques, though not officially confirmed.

Associated Press Paris Supreme Counscil Five Greater Powers

Bonar Law Demonstrates Air Travel For Official Duties

London January 16 The Chancellor of the Exchequer Andrew Bonar Law is the first British statesman to use air travel for daily duties. He flew from London to Scotland and back to deliver speeches, completing a journey by air in about six hours that would have taken 24 hours by train.

London Andrew Bonar Law Scotland Eneland

Foch Visits Treves For Armistice Renewal Talks

Paris January 16 Marshal Foch arrived at Treves in his private car for a meeting with German armistice delegates to discuss extending the armistice. The discussion on renewal began at once.

Paris Marshal Foch Ino Treves

Views on Publicity Methods Are Sought

Paris January 16 The Supreme Council will hold a meeting at 5 o clock this afternoon. Attendees will include members of the press and representatives of the nations at the conference to exchange views on publicity methods.

Paris Supreme Coineh

President-elect of Brazil Reported Dead

Rio de Janeiro Brazil Jan 16 Dr Rodrioz Alves president elect of Brazil died today after a period of illness He had been in office long enough to be named president elect and his death alters the political horizon of Brazil for the near future

Brazil Associated Press Rilo DE Janeiro Rodrioz, Alves

Elimination of Dry Beers Proposed in Prohibition Bill

Indianaplis January 16 Special Wright introduces an anti saloon league bill to amend statewide prohibition to end dry beers and allow physicians to prescribe grain alcohol while drug stores sell only grain alcohol. Dry leaders frown on these stringent provisions.

Indianapolis Wright

Boy Drowns Skating on St Joseph River Near Mishawaka

Carey E K Johnson a 14 year old boy son of Mr and Mrs E K Johnson residing near Mishawaka drowned while skating on the St Joseph river near Eagle Point on his way to Osceola schools. The body was recovered hours later about 50 feet from the accident site. Born July 12 1903 in Peru Indiana he had lived in Mishawaka about three months coming from Burket Indiana. Survived by his parents and two sisters Leneto and Euda both at home. The body was shipped to Palestine Indiana for funeral services and burial.

Carey E. EK. Johnson Station Three Mishawaka St. Joseph Eagle Point Osceola Proudfit Peru Ind Burket Arenas Ieneto Euda Palestine

Methodist Church Launches Nationwide Billboard Campaign

The Methodist Episcopal Church plans a $160 million centenary drive for world and domestic missions. Fourteen thousand twenty four sheet posters will cover billboards nationwide in cities towns and villages at no cost, a full wasting of the country, funded by bill poster industries.

Methodist Episcopal Church Bill Poster Industries United States

Kendallville Veter inary Dies After Interurban Collision

Dr H E Bricker a Kendallville veterinarian died within minutes after being struck by a south bound interurban car at Fort Wayne and Northwestern railway crossing 61 Fauxs crossing while answering a call. Undertaker J M Chappel of Kendallville witnessed and handled the body. He is survived by his wife Gladys Deurr Bricker, his father G S Bricker, a sister Mrs W Hohman and a brother Clarence.

H. E. Bricker Kendallville Fort Wayne & Northwestern Railway Faux’s Bricker Reem Ft. Wayne J. M. Chappel Auburn Waterhouse Dr. Bricker Gladys Deurr Kendaltville GS. Bricker W. Hohman Swan Clarence Fort Wayne

Woman Suffrage Bill Ready for Introduction in House

Indianapolis January 16 special report says a woman suffrage bill is prepared for introduction in the house at once. The measure grants women president suffrage and provides separate ballot boxes.

Indianapolis

Cummins Poised to Succeed McCormick as DNC Chairman

Washington report says Homer 8. Cummings is expected to be elected chairman of the Democratic National Committee to replace Vance McCormick of Harrisburg who has resigned. McCormick likely to be named United ambassador to France.

Washington Homer

Investigations Underway After North End Molasses Tank Explosion

In Hoston on January 16 authorities pursue several inquiries into the molasses tank blast that killed at least 11 people and left more than 50 injured. Over £500,000 in property was destroyed.

Hoston North End

Funeral Services for Mrs. Chantde Calder in Elkhart

Funeral services for Chantde Calder 26 formerly of Elkhart were held at the Snyder home in Elkhart this morning. She died in Hannibal Missouri.

Chantde Calder Elkhart Hannibal, Mo Ploomsuell Snyder Velock

City Editors Set Annual Meeting with Laborators Feature

The City Editors Association will hold its annual meeting in Tudianapolis on January 15 and 16 featuring a program segment titled Laborators work. Members expect discussions on editorial innovation and newsroom practices during the two day event.

Tudianapolis

Campaign for Reconstruction Funds Boosted by Lutheran Council

The National Lutheran Council plans a fundraising drive targeting 500000 dollars for reconstruction efforts. Campaign runs February 1 to 26. An additional 575000 dollars will support overseas service aiding Lutheran churches in France Finland Estonia and other parts of Europe.

National Lutheran Council France Finland Esthunia Europe

George Irwin and Henry County Sheep Club Members

George Irwin joins Mt Summit sheep club while Henry County reports 200 percent profit last year during his membership.

George Irwin Mt. Summit Henry County

Night School In Mishawaka Opens For Adults

Mishawaka introduces a night school program offering adult education options after work hours. The initiative aims to boost skills and provide flexible learning opportunities for residents seeking personal or career advancement.

Juvenile Drownings After Ice Break at Local Creek

Five year old Jen Hepp and eight year old Liosd Green drowned after breaking through the ice on a creek in Lidianapolis. Twelve year old Robert Crustey escaped but was so frightened he kept the incident secret for hours.

Jen Hepp Liosd Green Lidianapolis Robert Crustey

Burkett Rejoins Lewis & Jacobe Store After Discharge

Roy Burkett, recently discharged at Camp Hancock Georgia, resumes his former position at the Lewis and Jacobe store.

Roy Burkett Camp Hancock Lewis & Jacobe

Jury in $10 000 damage suit retires at noon

The circuit court jury in the $10,000 damage suit Cassie Delcamp versus Goshen city marshal John E. Rigney and Goshen night officer Harrison R. Keyes retired at noon after arguments by counsel for the plaintiff and defense. Deliberations began at 1 pm following a morning with witnesses including the plaintiff and her husband.

Circuit Court Cassie Delcamp John E. Rigney Goshen Harrison R. Keyes Hans Meland Fort Wayne L. L. Burris Guy W. Dausman Mamie Atkins Ray Burkholder Sheriff Sanford Mark Trainor

Fifty Wholesale Grocers Meet State Head

About fifty members of the Indiana Wholesale Grocers Association gathered at the Claypool Hotel in Indianapolis to discuss post armistice food policy with H. E. Barnard, federal food administrator for Indiana. They noted that sixty nine articles were previously restricted and about forty remaining restrictions have been withdrawn.

Indiana Wholesale Grocers’ Association Claypool Hotel Indianapolis H. E. Barnard Indiana

One More Needed for Prohibition Ratification

CHICAGO January 16 Favorable action by one more legislature will complete the 36th state required to ratify the national prohibition amendment, as three states have already voted in favor.

Chicago

Princeton mayor Ernest Nobile dies of influenza pneumonia

Ernest E. Nobile 54 of Princeton Indiana died at home of influenza pneumonia. Born January 9 1854 in Centralia IL he was elected mayor as a Republican in November 1917 and served since January 1918. Survived by wife two sons three daughters one sister and brother E Bogan Noble of Jackson Mississippi.

Ernest E. Nobile Augusta Alderman Goshen Princeton Ind Centralia E. Bogan Noble Jackson Miss

Mabel Hanna Dies After Childbirth in Harrison Township

Mabel F Hanna 30 wife of Rue E Hanna of Harrison township St Joseph county died at her home of influenza and childbirth. She is survived by her husband and six children. The deceased was born in Tolnville and the body has been sent there for burial.

Mabel F. Hanna Rue E. Hanna Harrison Township St. Joseh Horr Tolnville

Ft. Wayne Boy Drowns During Skating Season

Russell Merriman aged 19, first drowning victim of the skating season in Fort Wayne, went into water at the ice edge at about 10 PM. His body lay unidentified for ten hours. He was the stepson of Robert Ormiston.

Ft. Wayne Russell Merriman Robert Ormiston

International Harvester Weighs Oliver Plant Buy

Negotiations between International Harvester Co and Oliver Chilled Plow Co of South Bend are under way over the Hamilton Ontario plant, with J. D. Oliver in New York and South Bend officials declining comment. Reports say Hamilton plant may be absorbed by International Harvester.

International Harvester Co Oliver Chilled Plow Co South Bend Hamilton Oliver Co Ontario Can

Indiana Epidemic Reaches Third Sweep Statewide

Dr W F King assistant secretary of the state board notes a light rise in influenza and pneumonia cases reported daily and confirms a third Indiana sweep. Daily new cases average 200 to 300, rising to about 400. Brown, Hendricks, and Vigo counties hardest hit.

Br. W. F. King State Board of Health Indiana Brown,Hen Hendricks Vigo

Senate Debates Amendments on Woman Suffrage and Officials’ Pay

Indianapolis January legislative actions focus on two proposed constitutional amendments woman suffrage and stopping salary increases for incumbents while in office. Contests over committee reports and a Cravens election dispute occupy attention as bolshevism bill moves toward lower house. A reform bill funds removal of Indiana Reformatory to a central site following a Jeffersonville fire.

Indianapolis Senate Committee On Constitutional Revision Election Joseph M. Cravens Ohio Dearborn Switzerland Jefferson Cravens Indiana

Check Forger Lloyd Kupp Arrested in Delavam Ill

Lloyd Kupp known for forging checks on Goshen residents about three weeks ago was arrested in Delavam HL while working in a garage. He formerly worked at the Henry Sherm Cafe and passed a bogus $11.00 check at Shoup and Kohler. Sheriff Sanford has gone to Delaram and is expected to return with the prisoner tonight.

Lloyd Kupp Goshen Delavam Kupp Henry Sherm Shoup & Kohler Yellow Taxi Co Sanford Delaram

Laporte Police Probe Robbery Tale Of $83 Loss

Max Fish of Laporte tells police he was set upon by three automobile robbers on a lonely road three miles east of Laporte and lost 83 dollars 35 cents. Officers remain skeptical as investigation continues.

Laporte Max Fish Fish

Birth of Harriett Ann Yenne at 802 South Seventh

A daughter named Harriett Ann was born this morning to Captain and Mrs. Harlan Yenne at the home of Mrs. Hattie Geddes, 802 South Seventh Street. Mrs. Yenne was formerly Miss Harriett Geddes.

Harriett Ann Harlan Yenne

Surplus of Common Labor Reported in Midwest and Indiana

The weekly labor conditions bulletin shows Detroit and several Michigan cities with a growing employe count but continuing surplus in common labor. Indiana reports surplus in Indianapolis South Bend and Terre Haute with shortages elsewhere. demand for welders and common labor exists across the state. Weather affects lake navigation and plant hiring trends nationwide.

Middle Western Indiana United States Employment Service Detroit Flint Grand Rapids Jackson Indianapolis South Bend Terre Haute California Colorado Idaho Illinois Iowa Missouri Montana Nebraska Oregon Utah Connecticut Minneapolis

John McCormack Ill After Scranton Recital

John McCormack the celebrated Irish tenor is ill in Scranton Pennsylvania after singing three songs at a city recital. His manager cites a severe cold and sore throat as the cause and says he could not continue.

John McCormack Scranton, Pa Scranton

State Health Officer Travels to Washington for Rural Hygiene Hearing

Dr. John N. Hurt, secretary of the state board of health, leaves Indianapolis for Washington to join nine other states before a national committee hearing on a 31 million rural health program. Army statistics reportedly show rural health lagging city standards as experts press Congress on the issue. States represented include Michigan Illinois New York Massachusetts North and South Carolina Minnesota Kansas and Washington.

John N. Hurt State Board of Health Indianapolis Washington, D. C National House of Representatives Committee On Agriculture House Army Congress Michigan Ilinois New York Massachusetts North South Carolina Minnesota Kansas Washington

Nineteen Pairs of Twins At Gary in Past Year

Gary vital statistics show 178 births in 1918 with nineteen pairs of twins and one set of triplets. There were 966 deaths during the year and the city population is about 70,000.

Gary

South Bend Man Arrested in Michigan City for Liquor Possession

A South Bend citizen, identified as Gus Ergang, was arrested in Michigan City after police found 54 liquor bottles in a suitcase traveling bag and pockets. The man was so intoxicated he could barely walk. fines and costs totaled 130 dollars.

South Bend Gus Ergang Michigan City

Columbia City barbers Jake Grant Clyde Eisaman injured in crash

Jake Grant and Clyde Eisaman from Columbia City were injured when their car wrecked near Fort Wayne after leaving Payne Ohio. The vehicle struck a telephone pole in a wet area, wounding both men during the crash.

Jake Grant Clyde Eisaman Columbia City Payne Ohio Fort Wayne

Matinee at Jefferson Theatre Benefits Associated Charities

A matinee at the Jefferson Theatre Wednesday raised funds for the Associated Charities totaling $13 plus a substantial donation of clothes and shoes. The event drew local patrons and provided needed apparel for those served by the charity.

Jefferson Theatre Associated Charities

New Road Bill Prepared for Legislature Introduction

Senator Luke Duffey announced plans to introduce a highway bill creating a state department with a $6,000 salary director and four nonpaying commissioners. The measure would centralize highway control, fund construction with state and federal aid, and place about $7 million under the department by reallocating $1.5 million in automobile license fees and a one mill tax, with federal matching.

Luke Duffey Supreme Court Duffey Charles Mendenhall Highway Department

Indiana Men Released From German Prisons

War Department released names of 355 enlisted men returning to France from German prison camps. Included are Edwad J. Harry of Lafayette, Hoyt D. Decker of Vincennes, Rus sel C. Harrison of Lafayette, Firmer M. Keller of South Whitley, Bert Slater of Gary, and Clyde Driskill of Farmland, Indiana.

Washington France Germany War Department Edwad J. Harry Lafayette Ind Hoyt D. Decker Vincennes Russel C. Harrison Lafayette Firmer M. Keller South Whitley Bert Slater Gary Clyde Driskill Farmland

Philathea Class Picnic Supper at First Baptist

The Philathea class of the First Baptist Church invites members to a picnic supper in the church parlors tomorrow evening.

First Baptist Church

Judge Hile Absent in Fort Wayne for Ill Brother

William HK Hile of Elkhart, superior court judge, travels to Fort Wayne due to his brother J Ralph Hile's critical pneumonia. Unmarried engineer for the New York Central railroad, he leaves William F Wider of Elkhart to act as special judge during the absence.

William HK. Hile Elkhart Superior Court Fort Wayne J. Ralph Hile Hille New York Central Hile William F. Wider

Belle Gunness Found Again in Englewood

Belle Gunness has been discovered again this time at Englewood in a fresh sighting or report. The note places Gunness in a new location and maintains ongoing public interest in her case.

Belle Gunness Englewood, Til

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