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Goshen Daily Democrat

Location

Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1909

Page

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Vacancies filled at special session as city council seats shuffled

The city council met in special session to elect successors to James Q. Smith and J. H. Gotham who resigned. Gotham will move from the Fourth to the Fifth ward and Smith will fill Gotham's seat, with McGarvey, Smith and Gotham reappointed to their former committees. Mayor Kohler presided. A weed-cutting issue was raised by Marshal Self and referred to ordinance procedures.

James Q. Smith J. H. Gotham Gotham Dr. McGarvey Fifth Ward Wawasee Smith Water Works and Light Committee Kohler Marshal Self

Swartz Buys Branstratter Farm in Whitley County

Victor V. Swartz purchases the John and Margart Branstratter farm of 8714 acres in Whitley county trading his Goshen residence for 1600 dollars. Farm valued at 2800 with possession on November 1. Columbia City Post notes Branstratters may move to Goshen if a suitable farm lease cannot be found.

Victor V. Swartz John and Margart Branstratter Whitley County Goshen Columbia City Post Branstratters

Camp of Instruction for Indiana Guardsmen

Major General McKee orders a camp of instruction for small arm practice at Fort Benjamin Harrison from July 27 to August 2. The event aims to select the state team to compete at Fort Perry in the national shoot.

McKee Indiana National Guard Fort Benjamin Harrison Fort Perry

Indiana assembly to avoid special session on tax amendment

Gov. Marshall announces the Indiana general assembly will not be convened in a special session to ratify Congress action providing for a constitutional amendment to base the income tax measure.

Traveling artists settle rumpus over payment on Second street

A pair of itinerant performers caused a disturbance with two patrons on Second street this morning over cash owed. Police were prepared to arrest, but the dispute was resolved without charges.

Second Street

Trouble With Sewer At County Farm

Commissioner Road and C B Katz visited the county farm infirmary this afternoon to inspect ongoing sewer problems and determine the cause of the disruption affecting facilities.

Commissioner Road C. B. Katz

Peaches Grower Emerges From Street Car Fame

Col. W. Worth Bean, once the original street car magnate of St. Joseph and Benton Harbor Michigan, now retired from traction, turns to peach growing as a new venture and keeps a foothold in local enterprise.

Col W. Worth Bean St. Joseph and Benton Harbor Mich Traction Field

Nusbaum and Herrold Tap King Ride as Barkers

Nusbaum with Jerry Herrold and Umpire Nusbaum from Elkhart join to bark for King the giant horse. Mr Byrd Mignery cannot attend.

Nusbaum Jerry Herrold

Births in Jimtown: Sawyer Family Welcomes Son

This morning a son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Sawyer of Jimtown, joining their family and bringing happiness to the community.

Edward Sawyer Jimtown

Riot at Garrett Strikes Turn Graphic as Striker Is Stripped

Special report from Garrett on July 22 describes Mo torman Meyer a Fort Wayne strike breaker on the T and C Interurban being assaulted last night by strike sympathizers. They stripped him of all clothing and drove him naked through the streets. He had vowed to return to Garrett to send if he risked his life. He narrowly survived the ordeal.

Garrett Meyer Fort Wayne T & C. Interurban

La Porte Loses K O T M Banner to Fort Wayne

La Porte reports losing the K O T M banner for the largest state membership to Fort Wayne in a special July 22 notice.

Laporte Fort Wayne

Fire bug sentenced in barn burnings case

South Bend July 22 Raymond Carter a 15 year old fire bug who burned three barns was sentenced to Jeffersonville.

South Bend Raymond Carter Jeffersonville

Levi Salinger, 77, Dies After Fall Complications

Levi Salinger died at 5:30 AM at 107 West Douglas after a fall last winter and ensuing complications. Age 77, born in Poland, he immigrated 43 years ago and resided here. Survived by wife, three sons Nathan Louis and Harry, and daughter Mrs Samuel Silverman. one son Michael predeceased. Funeral tomorrow at 2:30 PM at his home, Rabbi Weinstein officiating. private service. Interment in Sharis Israel cemetery.

West Douglas Street Levi Salinger Mr. Salinger Poland Nathan Louis Harry South Bend Samuel Silverman Goshen Michael Rabbi Weinstein Sharis Israel Cemetery

Old Building Removed On Freyberg Property

The old rear building on South Main across the alley from Jefferson theatre stage entrance was removed today by Melvin Schrock. He will use the timber to build coal sheds. The city council ordered its removal to prevent fire risk. Freyberg Co sold it to Schrock with an agreement to remove it this summer. no immediate redevelopment planned, though a brick building may rise later on the site.

Freyberg Laundry South Main Street Jefferson Theatre Melvin Schrock Freyberg Ca Shrock

Farm deal brings John Iegsti to area near city

John Iegsti of Buda becomes owner of the Jonathan Shrock farm located five miles northeast of the city after a deal closed yesterday. Iegsti has been visiting the county and was impressed by Goshen and surroundings and plans to move his family here later.

John Iegsti Buda Jonathan Shrock Iegsti Goshen

Bamberger Seeks Old Manager-Captain Post Again

According to the Warsaw Times, O8 car Bamberger, former manager-captain of the Maroon team in Warsaw, wants his old job back but club owners say he quit without notice and refuse to enter into the proposed agreement.

Warsaw Times O8car Bamberger Warsaw

Ackerman trades Queen Street home for Shrock farm

Through the Kesler and Stauffer agency William Ackerman has exchanged his residence on Queen Street for the B F Shrock farm located four miles east of the city. He plans to move to the new property in about ten days.

Kesler & Stauffer Wiliam Ackerman Queen Street B. F. Shrock Mr. Ackerman

Died After Fall From Pile in Fort Wayne

Jacob Lucky of Fort Wayne died at Hope Hospital after a fall from a towering pile of lumber toppled onto him. The accident caused severe injuries, and his condition worsened despite medical care. The incident is being investigated by local authorities.

Lunder Jacob Lucky Ft. Wayne Hope Hospital

Berkey Family Reunion Held At Clinton Township Church

The second annual Berkey family reunion will occur on Saturday August 28 at the Berkey church in Clinton Township five miles southeast of Goshen. A very large attendance is expected.

Berkey Berkey Church Clinton ‘Township Goshen

Baugo Township High School Building Contract Awarded

The $2,000 Baugo township high school building at Jimtown was let to George M. Boyer of Wakarusa. He will complete the structure by September 1.

Baugo Baugo Township Jimtown George M. Boyer Wakarusa

Hawks Hardware sells No 33 gravel roofing material

The hardest rain will not pierce No. 33, a cracking good ready to lay gravel roofing, sold by Hawks Hardware Co.

Hawks Hardware Co

Hearing In Goshen on Tin Plate Strike Injunction

Judge Francis E. Baker denied without notice the injunction request by American Tin Plate of Hiwood Ind against threatened strikers at its plant. A hearing is set in Goshen next Monday with many prominent lawyers. notice to strikers is required before any injunction. Violent talk and dynamite threats cited. workers from McKeesport Pa and others returning to work.

American Tin Plate Company Hiwood Ind Francis E. Baker United States Circuit Court Goshen American Co Hlwood Elwood Indianapolis News E. R. Call American Sheet and Tin Plate Company Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers International Protective Association of American Tin Plate Workers Arthur Cox United States Anderson Baker Indianapolis Cali Meeesi McKeesport O’brien Pittsburg Alderson

Scotty Scott’s Toledo associate jailed for prison term

Walter Thornton of Toledo, involved with Fort Wayne saloonist John B. Scott known as Scotty, was sent to Michigan City prison to serve two to 21 years after a Columbia City trial where Scott claimed self defense and the jury took little time to reach its verdict.

Michigan City John B. Scott Scotty Fort Wayne Walter Thornton Toledo Scott Columbia City

Elkhart Home Telephone appoints new Goshen manager

J. W. Troyer of Goshen is the present manager of the Elkhart office of the Home Telephone company. He has been connected with the Goshen office for several years. W. H. Winship, who had been manager there, resigned his position effective last Saturday evening.

Troyer J. W. Troyer Goshen Elkhart The Home Telephone Company W. H. Winship

Kelly on the Bench With Washington Americans

R. B. Speed Kelly is sidelined from the Washington Americans due to a badly sprained back and injured hands.

Kelly R. B Speed

Tent Show in North Carolina Travels with Orchestra

Lloyd Wagner leads the orchestra for Wm. Todds tent minstrels as they tour the South now reaching North Carolina. The traveling troupe performs under canvas, delivering musical and vaudeville acts to regional audiences.

Lloyd ‘Wagner Wm. Todd South North Carolina

Elkhart Council Votes to Retain City Judge at Reduced Salary

Elkhart city council voted to retain the office of city judge though the salary drops from 1200 to 500 per year, effective at the end of the current judge's term. The move required action 90 days before the November city election, with Republicans split on the outcome and Glen R. Sawyer present but disappointed. Forest Hughes remains judge, Charles Greene is mayor, and a new salary ordinance plus ward boundary changes were discussed.

Eilkhart Glen R. Sawyer Forest Hughes Charles T. Greene Board of Public Works Elkhart

Goshen to Host First Tent Show of 1909

Gus Lambrigger arrives from Kalamazoo to exhibit his 709 on the March lot at Main and Jefferson streets for the entire next week. He has a solid Goshen reputation from two previous seasons.

Goshen Gus Lambrigger Kalamazoo Mich Main Jefferson Streets Lambrigger

Local South Bend man ships turtles to eastern market

George Rush stored 17 large turtles last fall and made turtle soup during Thanksgiving Christmas and New Year. He works the St. Joe river and earns 10 cents per pound for turtles shipped east as demand grows steadily heavier.

George Rush South Bend Cear Rush St. Joe River

Deserted Wife Seeks Aid After Husband Abandonment

Mrs. Mary Hullermier of Laporte reports her husband deserted their home on July 11. He left the family without funds for her comfort, prompting her to seek relief or assistance.

Mary Hullermier Laporte

Woman Donates 6000 For Play Ground At Mishawaka Home

Mrs Jeannette B Reynolds of South Bend gave six thousand dollars for a children's playground and park at the Mishawaka Home. The Home's debt was thirty thousand dollars and has now been reduced to twenty seven thousand.

Jeannette B. Reynolds South Bend Mishawaka

Youth Lifesaver Raymond Stowe Aged 11

Saved by boy Raymond Stowe aged 11 who rescued Ray Harrington from drowning in the St. Joe river at Niles. A long pole aided the rescue after Harrington had gone under once.

Raymond Stowe Ray Harrington St. Joe River Niles Harrington

Cattle Killed by Lightning Near Kendallville

Three cattle valued at 180 dollars owned by Albert Rimmell near Kendallville were struck and killed by a lightning bolt. The incident was reported as a farm loss with exact count and owner. The event underscores weather-related livestock risks in the rural area.

Albert Rimmell Kendallville

Condemnation suit filed over Bucklen trolley right of way

In Elkhart County a condemnation action was started in circuit court by Herbert L. Bucklen head of the St. Joseph Valley Traction company against Albert Sparr et al for about one acre of farmland required for the Elkhart to Middlebury trolley right of way. Appraisers will fix value after price disagreements. The Bucklen road between Elkhart and Middlebury is under construction but no operation date is set. There is talk of connecting with other lines and possible electric power, with rival lines eyed by Lake Shore and others.

J. H. State Herbert LE. Bucklen St. Joseph Elkhart Middlebury Lake Shore Wabash Angola Goshen Winona Northern Indiana Ligonier Kendallville

Getting Behind in North Manchester Street Paving

North Manchester like Goshen lags on pavement with no work done this summer. Residents say a city of this size should not let a season pass without permanent street improvements. Hopes for paving of North and South Main Crescent and cross streets from Clinton to Douglas were unmet. It is a clear mistake to fall behind.

Manchester Goshen Main Street Crescent Street Clinton Douglas

Striking trainmen leave Kendallville after discharge

Reports from Kendallville say several striking men on the Toledo and Chicago interurban line have quit town for other places to seek work after the company discharged them Tuesday. The company’s efforts to staff the cars have failed so far, and the line may be out of operation for several days.

Kendallville

Western Gets Contracts for Paving in Goshen

Mishawaka council awarded street paving contracts to Western Construction of Lafayette. The firm paved Sixth Street in Goshen. Peters Bros. threatened legal action to challenge Western’s win, but officials viewed the threat as of little consequence.

Western Mishawaka Western Construction Company Lafayette Sixth Street Goshen Peters Bros Western Company

James A Arthur Denies Mayor Candidacy for Goshen

James A Arthur declares he is not a candidate for Goshen mayor, though he says the honor is desirable. He states he is not active in politics and that his business interests occupy all his time.

James A. Arthur Arthur Goshen

Must Be Crazy. Merriamis Arrested in Pittsburg Theft

H E B Merriamis was arrested at Muans field C for stealing an actor's trunk. He claims to be a son of a former Minnesota governor and second cousin to John W Kern of Indianapolis. Kern denies the relationship.

H. E B. Merriamis Muansfield Pittsburg Minnesota John W. Kern Indianapolis Kern

Lake Shore Plans New Trains on Elkhart Toledo Line

Lake Shore officials report improving business and announce two new trains will run on the old line between Elkhart and Toledo, signaling revived passenger service and regional connectivity.

Lake Shore Elkhart Toledo

Police doubting crew for safe at Citizens Tee plant

The police have little hope of getting a crew to catch the Yeggmen who blew the safe at the Citizens Tee plant office early Sunday morning.

Citizens Tee Plant

Quits Auburn Courier for El Paso Newspaper Venture

J. Howard Wagner resigns from the Auburn Courier and plans to enter the newspaper business in El Paso Texas. Wagner leaves Auburn amid a shift in staff as he pursues opportunities in a new Texas market.

Auburn Courier J. Howard Wagner el Paso Tex

Smith- Clark Co Funeral Directors and undertaker notice

Smith- Clark Co funeral directors offer prompt service with Geo W Herr in charge of undertakings. Reading fragment mentions fishing tackle and gear, apparel, and supplies. The legible items indicate a small local business card style notice for funeral and related merchandise.

Smith- Clark Co. Funera Directors Furniture Geo. W. Herr

South Bend Watchman Dies After Trolley Incident

J. P. Myers of South Bend, a South Shore traction company watchman, was found unconscious near the cemetery tracks and died at Epworth hospital. At 40, he resided in South Bend and authorities suspect he was on top of a car when struck by the trolley or wire, thrown to the ground, suffering a fractured skull and severe burn from a live wire.

South Shore Traction Company J. P. Myers South Bend Epworth Hospital Myers

Mortuary Record Conine Dies of Tuberculosis

William Conine aged 21 died in Elkhart from tuberculosis. He is survived by his parents and one brother.

Conine William Conine Elkhart

Kalamazoo Dispatch Reports Missing Wife in Montana

John Wood of Grand Rapids seeks his wife Mrs Etta Wood believed to have gone to Montana with Grant Hafer once of Goshen. Hafer’s wife was granted divorce in Kalamazoo custody of 14 year old Helen Hafer and alimony of 20 dollars monthly amid adultery allegations against Hafer.

Kalamazoo Mich John Wood Grand Rapids Etta Wood Montana Grant Hafer Goshen Lake Shore Hafer Elizabeth Bowser West Madison Street Helen Hafer Wood

Fred LaDuke Still Untried in Croy Case Jail

Fred LaDuke, whose confession ties to the killing of Columbus Croy, Woodburn town marshal in Allen County, aided the arrest and conviction of Herman Miller, John Stout, and John Baker, remains in Allen County jail untried as doors stay open to him by legal process. He claims to be a party member and says he could gain freedom if courts act in upcoming terms.

Fred LaDuke Columbus Croy Woodburn Allen County Herman Miller John Stout John Baker Croy

Lecture Tonight by Miss Janet Fenimore on Socialist Labor View

Miss Janet Fenimore arrived today and will lecture at court square on the labor question from a socialist standpoint. The noted lecturer urges all to attend and learn the socialist view of labor problems.

Janet Fenimore Court Square

Uncle Sam Goes Into Advertising For Navy Recruits

Uncle Sam, now economical, has called in all but one of the numerous navy recruiting parties traveling through the states and has adopted a new scheme to boost recruitment by plunging into advertising across the country.

Uncle Sam Navy

Warsaw seeks Big Four claim over dammed water near Center lake

After the Big Four, Warsaw authorities pursue action against the Big Four company alleging improper removal of tile along its right of way dammed water near Center lake and preventing proper drainage.

Big Four Warsaw Big Four Company Center Lake

Temperance detective targets Bluffton gambling spots

In Bluffton a private detective hired by temperance advocates posed as a map seller to visit locations where young men and boys gambled. He plans wholesale arrests, signaling a broad crackdown on gambling activity.

Bluffton

Saloon License Sought by William Hite in Elkhart

William Hite follows Proctor example and applies for a saloon license at the August term of the county commissioners court. His establishment is on West Jackson street in Elkhart.

William Hite Senator Proctor County Commissioners’ Court West Jackson Street Elkhart

Getting Hot in Indianapolis Campaign Race

The Indianapolis city campaign heats up ahead of the November 2 election. Newspapers publish candidate cuts with Len Shank leading the Republican slate.

Indianapolis Len . Shank

Pipe Organ Dedication Recital in Mishawaka Home

Mrs. M. W. Berger hosted a formal dedication of a magnificent pipe organ in her Mishawaka residence. Charles F. Hansen, organist at Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis, delivered a recital.

M. W. Berger Mishawaka Charles F. Hansen Second Presbyterian Shuren Dianapolis

Few Prisoners in Jail Report From Sheriff Ziesel

Sheriff Ziesel reports a small prisoner count amid concerns about drunken behavior. The brief note notes that the number of inmates remains low while addressing disorder and law enforcement challenges locally.

Ziesel

Phone 3671 Geo W Herr Ma Clark Co

A fragmentary notice references a phone number 3671 and individuals Geo, W Herr, and Ma Clark associated with a company. The readable items suggest a classified style entry, likely a contact or business note in the era's local paper.

Playing with matches sets barn fire near Wakarusa

Allen Madiem, five miles south of Wakarusa, was delivering milk when his children played with matches sparking a fire. The barn, hay filled, could not be saved despite neighbor help. A span of mules was rescued with difficulty. The larger barn and chicken house survived.

Allen Madiem Wakarusa Madiem

Petition Filed To Dredge Rock Run Creek In Goshen

A petition was filed with the county auditor to dredge Rock Run creek in Goshen from four miles east in Clinton township to the Elkhart river. It is numerously signed and aims to remove flood dangers in the freshet season.

Rock Run Goshen Clinton Township Elkhart

Licenses Predate Local Option Law Backed by Judge Dodge

Judge West of Crawfordsville agrees with Judge Dodge that liquor licenses taken out before November 20, 1908 remain valid until expiration. In Fredeke, Dodge ruled licenses good, with prosecutor not pursuing more cases. Supreme Court expected to align with Dodge. Judge Wrigley of Noble Whitley rules licenses after September 26 are not valid.

Judge Dodge West Montgomery Circuit Court Crawfordsville Hanly W. F. Fredeke Dodge Supreme Court Wrigley Noble- Whitley County

Trespasser Fined for Malicious Motel Incident at Walkerton

Cornelius Whalen of McKeesport Pennsylvania was fined twenty five dollars in South Bend police court by Judge Feldman for trespassing on Baltimore and Ohio tracks at Walkerton and for remarks to the court deemed a breach of dignity. He will serve the fine in jail.

Walkerton Cornelius Whalen McKeesport South Bend Feldman

Wakarusa Man Injured After Colt Kicks Knee

Philip Stoner, 68, was breaking a colt to drive when the animal kicked him, fracturing his left knee in three places. The incident occurred as the horse became fractious and left the man with serious injuries.

Philip Stoner Wakarusa Mr. Stoner

Noble County Residents Stricken With Illnesses

Ray Weidenheimer formerly of Ligonier is dying in the Whitley county infirmary from tuberculosis. Joseph Levy of Ligonier is critical with diabetes and George W. Growcock, a Noble county farmer, is seriously ill.

Noble County Ray Weidenheimer Ligonier Whitley County Infirmary Joseph Levy George W. Growcock

Fort Wayne Merchants Push Home Trade Campaign

Fort Wayne merchants urge keeping spending within the city where earnings occur, arguing most money spent by residents should stay home. Goshen dealers echo the sentiment, promoting support for local commerce and tied to regional trade.

Fort Wayne

Plays Ball Breaks Leg In Neighborhood Incident

The nine year old son of Mr and Mrs Benjamin Christman of 313 Middlebury street sustained a broken leg while playing ball with neighborhood boys this morning.

Benjamin Christman Middlebury Street

Looking to Goshen A Kinderd seeks new florist site

A Kinderd former Kendallville florist now based in Ft Wayne sold his Goshen farm and is seeking a new Goshen location for his desirable florist enterprise.

Goshen Kinderd Kendallville Florist Ft. Wayne

Governor Marshall Plans Michigan Woods Vacation

Gov Marshall intends to travel to the Michigan woods on August 1 for a vacation. His secretary Mark Thistlewaite is in Denver for about ten days accompanying the trip.

Marshall Michigan Michigan Woods Mark Thistlewaite Denver

Oscar Miller Improves After Illness and Surgery

Oscar Miller formerly of Goshen was taken ill at Mishawaka and underwent appendicitis surgery at Epworth Hospital in South Bend. Doctors report he will recover.

Oscar Miller Goshen Mishawaka Epworth Hospital South Bend

Denver cremation obituary fragment notes Seattle death

Fragmentary obituary notes John H Shively of North Mine r died in Seattle. The text mentions cremation and a Denver stricken reference, but specifics are unclear.

John H. ‘Shively North Seattle Denver

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