End of the Wawasee Line Seen for Syracuse Investors
Stockholders scramble to salvage what remains as the once bold Indianapolis to Goshen electric rail plan through Huntington and Columbia City faces collapse. No sale offers have been made to Receiver Self, and the line may be auctioned to stockholders next month, in hopes of recovering some investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
Indianapolis
Goshen
Untington
Columbia City
Self
Mixed up affairs of the Indianapolis Huntington Columbia City Northwestern railroad
The Indiana superior court judge in Indianapolis calls an informal conference of stockholder and interest attorney teams amid muddled company books. Claims, labor dues, rightful payment of right of way, and an appraised sale value are debated as a receiver sale date and possible stockholder assessment to cover deficiencies loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Court
Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Huntington, Columbia City & Northwestern Railroad
Pavement Damaged by Wagons Carrying Gentry Show
The new Puri street pavement was damaged last night as heavy wagons hauling the Gentry show equipment passed over it. Today the damage is clearly visible along the wagon tracks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puri Street
Hallman of Springfield to wed Notre Dame student in South Bend
Cal Alderman a Notre Dame student and pitcher for Springfield Central League club will marry soon in South Bend. The report notes his playing name Hallman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cal Alderman
Hallman
South Bend
Notre Dame
Communion and Services at English Lutheran Church
English Lutheran Church posts schedule for tomorrow’s services. Communion at 10 a m. Sunday school at 11 45. Luther League at 6 30 p m. Evening service at 7 30. Rev Smith is pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
English Lutheran Church
Luther League
Rev. Smith
Vicious Dog Attacks Residents in Town
A vicious dog roams town and attacked Grover Anderson this morning. Several other residents were bitten. Local authorities consider humane destruction to prevent further harm.
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Grover Anderson
Two Newborn Sons Reported in Local Families
A son was born this afternoon to Mr and Mrs Joshua Caton of North Main Street. A son was born this afternoon to Mr and Mrs Henry W Cripe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joshua Caton
North Main Street
Henry W. Cripe
Jewelry Store Robbed During Fourth of July Celebration
The Charles M Schnell jewelry store in South Bend was robbed during the Fourth of July celebration with $75 in plunder taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles M. Schnell
South Bend
Oliver Farm Robbery Arrest in South Bend Case
Casimer Bucholtz is under arrest in South Bend for stealing hay from the J. D. Oliver farm. The hay is valued at 24 dollars per ton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casimer Bucholtz
South Bend
J. D. Oliver
Lost Left Eye in LaPorte County Explosion
Eleven year old Helen Zarr suffered the loss of her left eye when a cannon cracker exploded in LaPorte County. The accident reportedly occurred during a local celebration and authorities are investigating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Zarr
LaPorte County
Mosquitoes Said To Be More Abundant This Summer
The article notes that mosquitoes are unusually numerous this summer, described as being more plentiful than in many prior years.
Wanted Girl for General House Work Ad
Three in family seek a girl for general house work no washing apply at 213 North Fifth street 31 Taking sick at a picnic in Fort Wayne Mrs Martha Horstmeyer died suddenly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Fifth Street
Fort Wayne
Martha Horstmeyer
County Superintendent names News Printing Co. depository
County Superintendent A B E Weaver selects News Printing Co. as official depository for Elk hart county text books under the new law. No applicants. plans of former Supt Geo W Ellis carried out. Six other firms under existing contracts will be brought under the new system. Depository buys from publishers at 15 percent discount with 60 days terms. local dealers at 10 percent discount for cash, netting 5 percent profit. Weaver and records: six years of Ellis not transferred, only a typewritten institute fund statement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weaver
News Printing Co
Eaton & Co
B. C. Heath & Co
Ellis
L. W. Vail
County Institute Fund
Gentry's Show Promises Animals and Trained Acts
The Gentry Dog and Pony show toured East Puri street drawing fair afternoon crowds mainly of youths. Despite wet weather the acts including dogs monkeys and ponies impressed, though the program offered little novelty. The troupe traveled by three cars and headed to Elkhart this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gentry
East Puri Street
Elkhart
Mystery Driver Reported in Wakarusa Auto Crash
A telephone tip from near Wakarusa claims a man identifying as R. S. Rider with license E. O. 86 crashed a buggy on the highway. No Goshen resident named R. S. Rider exists. inquiries with City Clerk Rimpler and Teegarden and Putt’s garage seek to verify the identity of the man who used a fictitious name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wakarusa
R. S. Rider
Goshen
Rimpler
Teegarden & Putt
Women in Runaway Accident Injures Miss Seitz
Miss Anna Seitz of Middlebury and Miss Lela Hayman were riding from Constantine to Middlebury when a runaway crash occurred. The horse spooked at an auto and struck a fallen tree, sending them into a brush pile with Miss Seitz badly hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantine
Middlebury
Anna Seitz
Lela Hayman
Miss Seitz
Bugsy
Abe Eugene Goldberg Discharged from Indiana Star Post
Abe Eugene Goldberg, who gave a bad check for 60 dollars to the Fairview hotel in Michigan City, is discharged as industrial editor of the Indianapolis Star. The Star issued an official notice of his discharge. Goldberg previously collected data from Goshen factories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Eugene
Abe Eugene Goldberg
Fairview
Michigan City
Indianapolis Star
the Star
Goldberg
Goshen
Sick List Update Reflects Player and Injured Worker
Jesse Hartman of South Fifth Street is better while Samuel J. Minnis, injured at the New Jefferson building, is improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Hartman
South Fifth Street
Samuel J. Minnis
Jefferson
Viola Allen’s Double at South Bend Carnival
Photographs show Miss Lillian Hans, queen of the Fourth of July carnival in South Bend, resembling actress Viola Allen nearly as a twin. The event highlights her beauty and public role alongside local festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viola Allen
Lillian Hans
South Bend
Goshen Lodge 798 Incorporates Trustees Named
Goshen Lodge No. 798 B P O E has filed incorporation papers. The trustees are Charles F. Kelly, Joseph H. Lesh and Clarence Chariton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen Lodge No. 798
Charles F. Kelly
Joseph H. Lesh
Clarence
Chariton
Superior Court Adjourns in South Bend Today
The superior court adjourned in South Bend today. The next term will begin in October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Court
South Bend
Elkhart County Council to Meet for Court Appropriations
County council convenes Monday and Tuesday to fund the new Elkhart Superior Court and decide on its quarters. The Monger ten year lease at 75 dollars a month is favored by many, while others push for a five year term and a proposed court house site at Second and Marion. The session will also address bridge appropriations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart Court
County Council
Superior Court
Elkhart
C. L. Monger
Monger
Bryan Draws 3000 in Winona for World Tour Talk
William Jennings Bryan spoke to about 3,000 people in Winona yesterday afternoon. He touched only briefly on partisan issues, preferring humor, and spent most of his time on a world sightseeing tour. He asserted Roosevelt is doing his speaking for him, a tactic once seen as va racious by some. Bryan was hosted in Warsaw by Democrat William Conrad.
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Winona
William Jennings Bryan
Roosevelt
Mr. Bryan
Warsaw
William Conrad
Mortuary Notices From Elkhart Area Obituaries
Ginto Joe six year old son of Joseph Ginto died in Elkhart this morning. Overholt infant son of Mr and Mrs Harvey Overholt of Riverside addition in West Goshen died of convulsions. Lenabarger Chris five died in Elkhart after 44 hours illness with cholera morbus. His wife and eight children survive. Mast Susannah died age 73 years 8 months 17 days at 315 North Third street after a long illness from a complication of diseases. Widow of Mathias Mast who died in 1865. Born in Germany came to this country at nine. Lived in Jefferson township and Goshen. Four sons and one daughter survive: Fred and George of Elkhart, Charles and Frank of Jefferson township, Will and Rosa of Goshen. Funeral at the house at 4 o'clock Sunday with Rev Bench officiating and interment at Oak Ridge.
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Ginto
Joe
Joseph Ginto
Elkhart
Overholt
Harvey Overholt
Riverside Addition
West Goshen
Lenabarger
Chris Lenabarger
Mast
Susannah Mast
North Third Street
Mathias Mast
Germany
Jefferson Township
Goshen
Fred
George
Charles
Frank
Will
Rosa
Bench
Oak Ridge
Goshen Couples Wed In Local Presbyterian Services
The marriage of Miss Cora F. Platts and A W Bennett, both of Goshen, was solemnized Wednesday at five o clock by Rev. Dr Henry Webb Johnson of First Presbyterian Church. The couple will reside in Goshen. Also, Robert E Poyser and Edith Blanch Winegar of York township were married in Middlebury by Rev M R Pierce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Bend
Cora F. Platts
W’. Bennett
Goshen
Henry Webb Johnson
First Presbyterian Church
Bennett
Robert E. Poyser
York Township
Edith Blanch Winegar
Q. D. Winegar
York
Middlebury
M. R. Pierce
Rotten Service Delays Plague July Mail Delivery
The Democrat announces widespread mail delays after the Fourth of July. Elkhart and War papers failed to reach the office, with many patrons south of town reporting two to three day lags. Efforts to fix the problem have failed and blame remains unresolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat
Elkhart
Warsaw
Harvest Delays and Progress in Elkhart County Fields
Harvest in Elkhart county is due to be in full blast within a week or ten days. The season is about a week late because of a tardy summer. Some areas report ripened wheat while others remain far behind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart County
Fire at Edwardsburg club center under investigation
Edwardsburg Michigan's Argus notes a $6,000 blaze at a local venue with investigators hinting incendiarism as the possible cause. Detectives and fire officials pursued leads, while residents await official confirmation and a safety assessment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwardsburg, Mich
Argus
Abbott Campaign Signals Victory for Boyville Mayoral Race
Frank P. Abbott hustling for mayor of Boyville leads a hilotting campaign for the juvenile camp in Winona Assembly. Opponent Joe W. Clark of Plymouth quotes Abbott as winner, while South Bend seeks postmaster or treasurer of Bayville and Abbott’s backers expect about 500 to 600 votes from Northern Indiana towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank P. Abbott
Boyville
Winona
Joe W. Clark
Plymouth
Abbott
South Bend
Bayville
Mr. Abbott
Indiana
Married in Warsaw Stirs Local Gossip and Legal Fuss
Boston Rink known as Jim Rink wed in Warsaw on July 4 to Mrs. Lulu McDowell of Milford, ex-wife of Jacob Hazel. Rink recently divorced from May J. Eiman Rink, who has a $5,000 suit against neighbor George J. Fravey for criminal conversation with Mrs. Eiman Rink. The marriage surprised friends and there was prior talk of a remarriage.
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Boston
Rink
Jim” Rink
Warsaw
Lulu McDowell
Milford
Jacob Hazel
Clinton Township
Dakotas
Goshen
May J. Eiman-Rink
George J. Fravey
Fravey
36 Ton Engine Arrives for Syracuse Milford Road Use
Engine No 1 of the Syracuse and Milford railroad has reached Sandusky Portland Cement Co yards. The 36 ton unit, built for the company, is air equipped and can haul a 15 car train. Fifty all steel cars with six yard mail capacity are due within weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse & Milford
Sandusky Portland Cement Co
Syracuse Register
Hire & Whisler
Will Windig
Kindig
C. G. Wiggins
Wawasee
W. S. Snyder
Audrey
England
Sumer
Merrill Troup
G. H. Shidler
Pickwick Park
Ford
Glidden and Hower Trophy Auto Tour Route Listing
The 1 570 mile tour from Cleveland to New York City includes stops in Goshen July with 1 370 miles planned from Cleveland through Toledo South Bend Chicago South Bend Indianapolis Columbus Canton Pittsburgh Bedford Springs Baltimore Philadelphia to New York City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glidden and Hower
Cleveland
Toledo
South Bend
Chicago
Indianapolis
Columbus
Canton
Pittsburg
Bedford Springs
Baltimore
Philadelphia
New York City
Goshen
Elkhart Coping with Fines and Local Troubles
Thomas Bodkins fined ten dollars for allowing improper patrons in his saloon. Women in wine rooms must go in Elkhart. The Gos sard Corset factory deal hinges on twenty eight thousand dollars by tonight, with only half secured. Fourteen delinquents arrested for dog tax, alley rats reported, and John White was held up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Bodkins
Elkhart
Alley Rats
John White
Feud Over Courtship Leads to Police Court Action
Warrants issued for Mrs. Clara Runyan Mrs. Cassie Runyan and Harry Runyan charged with severely pummeled Miss Ruth Cone at 1004 Cone Street fiancé of Ted Runyan while Elk Hart families clash over a young couple. Trial in progress this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Clara Runyan
Cassie Runyan
Harry Runyan
Ruth Cone
Cone Street
Ted” Runyan
Bids Submitted For Middlebury School House Contract
Bids listed for the Middlebury school house contract include Duncan and Son of Elkhart at 15 717, M. Maxon of Elkhart at 17 900, Sturgis Construction Co. at 16 177, C. S. Bash of Middlebury at 18 830, I. W. Miller of Goshen at 16 292, B. S. Pence of Topeka at 20 600.
Baseball Notes Highlight Midwest Matches and Standings
South Bend Central League notes show South Bend in last place after three straight losses by Grand Rapids, with LaPorte expected to beat them on Monday. Middlebury and White Pigeon split 11 to 14 in favor of White Pigeon, while Middlebury Independent predicts a Middlbury end. Coldwater faces Goshen Grays at Tonawanda grounds Wednesday afternoon, and manager Dresch plans to move the Grays to Dowagiac tomorrow for a game with the last Dowagiac team. Grays lineup listed. Fourth of July Central league receipts total 4914.10, down 1500 from Memorial day. breakdown shows Terre Haute 1585.60, Springfield 1810.45, Canton 410.90, South Bend 972.15.
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South Bend
LaPorte
Grand Rapids
Middlebury
Coldwater
Goshen Grays
Tonawanda Grounds
Dresch
Grays
Dowagiac
Big Four
Betz
Roose
Ames
Felkner
Hutchinson
Goldstein
Simpson
Bamberger
Wagner
Wilson
Carson
Terre Haute
Springfield
Canton
Nee
Ees Ee
Board of Equalization Passes on County Corporations
The board of equalization has passed on practically all corporations in the county. The final list will be ready for publication next week as the board adjourns in one week. All differences have been satisfactorily adjusted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Equalization
Telephone line reaches Keeley switch near Goshen
The Chicago South Bend Northern Indiana Railway installs a private telephone line to the Keeley switch west of Goshen and expects full operation within weeks. Mr. Ashenfeller oversees the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago, South Bend & Northern Indiana Railway Company
Keeley Switch
Goshen
Ashenfeller
Pocketbook Found in Transit by Local Agent
Mr. Nelson of Shipshewana, agent for Thiele Bros., found a pocketbook containing $225 in cash and a $17 check and turned it over to Amos J. Miller near Pashan who lost it while hauling corn to Middlebury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Nelson
Shipshewana
Thiele Bros
Amos J. Miller
Near Pashan
Middlebury
Barn Fire Destroys Haines Property Near Milford
A lightning strike during a storm burned the barn of James Haines one and one fourth miles east of South Milford, reducing the structure to ashes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Haines
South Milford
Heat Wave Bakes City Amid Stifling Air
Residents endured one of the year's hottest days as the air grew sultry and oppressive. Officials urged hydration and limits on outdoor activity while the sun beat down on streets and parks.
Do Not Fail to Attend Silver's Open ing Tonight
A local notice invites attendance at Silver's open ing tonight featuring special music and souvenirs for guests and mourners alike.
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Silver
Lions Store Sells Men’s Fine Suits in Saturday Sale
Saturday sale at Lions Store features men’s suits in brown and gray mixtures priced from $8.98 to $12.50. Strong value on high quality fabrics highlighted for shoppers seeking affordable smart attire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lion ‘Store
St James Boys Enjoying Ten Days At Lake Wawasee
Father Roland writes to reassure parents that St James choir boys at Bishop White Camp Lake Wawasee are safe and happy. The group arrives well feeds well, wakes at 5 for 6 breakfast, tents inspected, chapel held. Mornings spent boating fishing and swimming with no homesickness. A storm tested the tents but all stayed fine and hosts Gorham and McGarvey were gracious.
Brakeman Struck by Lightning Near Crown Point
Brakeman Neff switching cars on the Pan Handle railroad at Crown Point was struck by lightning during a thunder shower. His shoe was torn off, trousers shredded, keys and money melted, and he suffered severe burns. He is unconscious after ten hours, with physicians hopeful of recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panhandle
Crown Point
Neff
T. & C. Rail Line Progress From Kendallville to Waterloo
A. B. Shepard, president of the road, visited Kendallville over the Fourth. He denied Gravett Clipper’s claim that he sold a $20,000 subsidy for $12,000 in cash and said the company has ample funds. Plans for an electric line from Kendallville to Goshen via Ligonier within two to three years are stated as settled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kendallville
Waterloo
A. B. Shepard
Bryan Speech Delights Goshen Crowds At Winona Park
A. C. Jackson attended the event at Veeksay Lake and heard William Jennings Bryan deliver a stirring address. Dr. Jackson says Bryan remains a commanding orator, unchanged since his earlier Goshen appearance, drawing a large audience at Winona Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
A. C. Jackson
Veeksay Lake
William Jennings Bryan
Dr. Jackson
Goshen
Winona Park
Ladies Hose and Slippers Sale At The Lion Store
The Lion Store advertises a sale with 50 dozen ladies fancy tan hose at 10c a pair, valued 15c. Also ladies house slippers 98c, with or without strap, and children’s play combination suits at 48c. Sale Saturday from 10 o’clock, offering cut prices on ladies and children’s hose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lion Store
Tonawanda Tribe No 180 to Meet for Hoffman Funeral
Members of Tonawanda Tribe No 180 will meet at their wigwam Sunday July 7 1907 at 1 30 p m to attend the funeral of Brother W Harvey Hoffman. Fred Everett Sachem L Burr Whippy C of R
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Harvey Hoffman
Fred Everett
L. Burr
Whippy
Goshen Residence Sold to Elkhart Trust Co
Christiana reports the Goshen property sold by Gillett to Elkhart County Trust Company for $650. The transaction transfers ownership of the Goshen residence to the trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Christiana
Gillett
Elkhart Co. Trust. Co
Birdsell Cleared of Unsound Mind in Guardianship Case
Horace W. Birdsell won a court ruling in St. Joseph Circuit Court that vacated a judgment declaring him of unsound mind and discharged the St. Joseph Loan and Trust Co. from guardianship. The court ruled Birdsell capable of managing his estate and ordered an accounting from the trust company. Birdsell, a Goshen figure, had claimed persecution and confinement in prior litigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace W. Birdsell
Marion B. Staley
St. Joseph Loan and Trust Co
Birdsell
Walter A. Funk
St. Joseph Circuit Court
Funk
Trust Co
Staley
St. Joseph Loan & Trust Company
Goshen
Michigan
Assault on South Bend Wife Leaves Woman Wounded
Mrs. George Rock of South Bend was gravely injured by her husband George Rock who is jailed as the wounds from a dirk knife attack are investigated. Authorities say Rock, intoxicated at home, stabbed her twice in the head then kicked her before fleeing as neighbors were alerted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Rock
South Bend
Rock
Elkhart Chautauqua to feature a reply to Tillman
Elkhart Chautauqua management agrees to let a champion of Elkhart colored citizens respond to Senator Tillman during his August address. Rev M Taylor of South Bend leads the push with Albert George, a Chicago lawyer, offering to present the reply and likely to be heard the Saturday after Tillman speaks on August 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman
Elkhart
Albert George
Chicago
Ringling Bros. Circus Buys land for Winter Quarters
Col A G Ringling general manager of Ringling Bros circus has bought an eighty acre tract from John Burgess two miles south of Collingville I T for a permanent winter headquarters. The report that Elk Hart Indiana or another town would receive the quarters is laid to rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col
A. G. Ringling
Ringling Bros. Circus
John Burgess
Collingville
I. T
Elkhart
Indiana
Eddie Jackson to Wed Miss Matthews in St Louis
Eddie Jackson, longtime theatrical producer known for The Prince of Sweden and Uncle Si Haskins in the west, plans marriage to Miss Mathews of St. Louis. They will arrive next week for a wedding trip, following Jackson’s noted success in theater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Jackson
Si Haskins
West
Prince of
Sweden
Miss Matthews
St. Louis
Mr. Jackson
Vaudette Theatre Announces Three New Films
Three new releases including A Peep Through Opera Glasses Despair and A Chase After a Lost Hat will be shown at the Vaudette theatre on Friday and Saturday. A Peep Through Opera Glasses follows a husband discovering his wife with another man in a humorous light throughout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vaudette Theatre
Band Extends Engagement at Wi nona for Another Week
Rogers' band, originally to finish tonight in Wi nona, is kept for an additional seven days, extending the engagement and performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogers
Winona
Upland potatoes at 65 cents a bushel sale notice
Advertisement states upland potatoes priced at 65¢ per bushel while supply lasts at Jo. W., Shiffer & Son’s store. Contact numbers listed as No. 888 for inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jo. W
Shiffer & ‘Son’s
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Indinapolis Star
Boston Rink
Milford Road
Glidden Party of Automobilists
Middlebury School House
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Bishop White Camp
Lake Wawasee
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