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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1906
Page
1
The story describes plans to push electric cars into Milford Kosciusko town at high speed, with managers and workers racing to complete track work. It notes a tentative completion date and the aim to bring the cars into Milford as soon as possible, despite hazards and obstacles along the way.
A Westies Cook was found guilty after a grand jury indicted him on felony charges. The trial determined his guilt on the referenced counts with jurors presenting the verdict amid intense courtroom proceedings. The outcome sets a path for sentencing in the coming weeks.
Court records show marriage licenses issued by Justice Whisler's Court and notices of fines for local offenses. Reports mention town trustees, a commission at the Court, and actions regarding utilities, police, and civic projects.
The page reports the death of Trout in Elkhart after a long illness of his daughter Mrs. Batton. Mrs. Mars Stetler, wife of Carl Stetler, dies suddenly near Syracuse after a brief illness. A young daughter of Joan Bortz aged two years is noted. The Edward League of the First M. E. church plans a general exchange sale at Rogers & Wilson music store next Saturday. William Dowell of Ligonier is reported critically ill at Auburn.
George A Beck, recently from Carbondale, is seriously ill at his parents home from suspected lobster poisoning. A nurse from Epworth hospital tends him while Dr. says his condition is grave. The report notes ongoing farm ownership transfers and several township movements this week amid changes in Jefferson township real estate.
Unclear OCR text describes residents and several named persons facing fees or penalties over vehicle use. The report references City Fame Peters and mentions charges tied to a new ordinance. Details are garbled but indicate enforcement actions and potential legal proceedings.
An HOA schedules a public sale of horses cattle sheep and farming implements hay and grain at a farm located miles west of Syracuse and south of Goshen on Wednesday March 14. The notice mentions Elks hall tonight and references Mr and Mrs Bhugh McGibney and the Womats Musical club for a seasonal event with a dinner and program.
Mr and Mrs Hugh McGuibney appear in concert at the Elks hall for the Woman's Musical Club fundraiser. The event promises performances by the couple to support the club's activities.
The account details a lecture dated March 4 in Fort Wayne led by Rowand, focusing on achievements in urban development and social power. It emphasizes dramatic examples of city growth and the impact on regional life.
An official statement indicates the state will pursue recovery of funds diverted from the treasury. The auditor's office reports initial steps from Taco to recover amounts and anticipates legislative action to authorize repayment and restitution.
Tohr Moorman of Nox, Republican chairman of the Thirteenth District, says there is no opposition likely to Congressmen Brick when the congressional convention is held in Warsaw on March 10.
A fragment notes March begins with a lamb and an old saying about the lion, hinting at a seasonal shift or proverb as the month opens. The cryptic phrasing suggests a rural or folkloric nod rather than a concrete event.
James Ponk purchased land from Joel and Emeline Ellis in Concord township for 2080 dollars. The deal records the transfer of the property between the named individuals in the local land records.
Mrs Len Masters is critically ill at her Syracuse home. A wave of slot machines was removed from South Bend business areas by wagon loads, leaving bars saloons and counters in many shops bare.
Reports from Chicago papers suggest trolley expansions will be financed within 28 months. A proposed 58000 dollar elevated structure over the lake shore and Rowe Street to link Lake Shore Hopes with Van Buren and North Side tracks may enable interurban routes to South Bend and Indiana lines, creating through service from Reed Island terminal to southern towns.
Rev and Mrs J C Mehl plan to leave Meddedturs township for California after selling their farm and property. They have lived a century on their farm near Elk and will establish a modest home in the Golden State as Mrs Mehl’s health and prospect of independence guide the move.
A Jefferson audience overflow attended the first local production of Babes in Toyland. Reviewers note uneven singing and inconsistent staging though the cast includes recognizable names. Sophie Brandt in A Madcap Princess and Ringling Bros acts are touted for the summer tour. A. J. Bickel advertises a North Main grocery store opening with low prices and home delivery.
Report describes live stock judging activities at Goshen with emphasis on dairy cattle classes and the role of judges including Prof Slater of Purdue. The piece notes upcoming dairy judging events and urges local farmers to support the agricultural program as a key college experiment.
Crowded houses fill the LaSalle as The Umpire continues to draw crowds. A handsome souvenir is to be given to each lady attendee, and many predict the production will eclipse prior run records and remain through the balance of the season.
A. B. Sandee and Geraldine Collins of Three Oaks Mich were married at St Joseph Mich yesterday afternoon and are honeymooning in Goshen with the bride's grandmother Mrs Henry Essig They plan to reside in Three Oaks with Mrs Sandee the bride’s mother’s father A B Collins is the groom’s father.
Miss Lili Rogers suffers tonsillitis. Mrs. Louis Wagner remains in critical condition. Mrs. G. K. Weaver, ill at her parents home Mr. and Mrs. Henry E. Tiedemann, shows slight improvement today.
Notices summarize real estate loans and abstracts connected to George R. Harper. The records list properties, lenders, dates, and terms, reflecting prior transactions and encumbrances affecting Harper's holdings.
Schools in the Mississppi valley are asked to observe Seed Grain Day on April 1. Pupils test seed germination using two plates and blotting paper, record results, and compare kernels from different ears on marked squares. Organize local labs and present harvest festival prizes. contact King Corn at 412 Marquette Building, Chicago for details.
Spectators from Sturets Lagrange Snipshewana and Middlebury flocked to see Babes in Tovland and other shows this winter. They also missed acclaimed productions such as Eva Tanguay Woodland Pit Pall Pauf and The Gingerbread Man, suggesting fate guides their ordinary attractions.
Walter Warstler, two years a Perfection Bakery wagon salesman, resigns as clerk with E. C. Murphy and will again manage the bakery wagon for John Plannett. He invites former patrons to call for prompt service and high grade goods and promises quick attention to phone orders.
The sub committee on public buildings and grounds reported favorably the bill including an appropriation of 100000 dollars for the South Bend federal building addition.
Elks adjourn regular meeting to tomorrow night due to a ladies musicale at Elks hall. Nancy E. Bloom sold a Goshen residence to Chauncey and Jessie R. Myers for 1600 dollars.
Robert B. Mantell’s massive King Lear at the Grand Opera House, Chicago, this week has attracted extraordinary attention. Critics applaud the art, while the public and Shakespearean scholars show unusual interest, indicating a possibly historic engagement for the city.
The management of the Jefferson announces scalping of gallery tickets will not be allowed and persons will be prosecuted for doing so.
The national government proposes to supply free the necessary machinery and trained workers to build a first class road in this township at a nominal expense. The plan includes free equipment and operation by department personnel to show the value of roads and encourage local support. The offer, initiated through W. Jack Latta, aims to demonstrate the government’s road building method and uses as an educational example for the people.
The fragmentary report mentions the death of George Wo Beli of Andrews, a veteran, and notes a property dispute in Delaware county where W A Kunkel and DD W Brown bought assets for $2. It also cites legal actions over destroying jade trees near Coldwater and a Dowagiac High pupil's sudden appearance, plus color-wagon paint work in LaPorte.
A scanned obituary digest lists several individuals with varying causes and ages across Indiana counties. Entries mention Jamees Martin a prominent farmer Touear Watherton Kate Bushong Leonidas Koo Price and others, noting deaths in St Joseph, Wabash, Miami, and Hendricks counties with ages and brief life contexts.
Russell senior GL Beck injured after a fall at Flollaway’s bar in Millersburg. Levi Chiddister recovers from appendical abscess surgery. John Hawks deeded half of two lots near the old Witmer saw mill site to Tra C. Mrs Daniel Boomershine sold her meat market for 1900 dollars. Mahlon Rohrer and wife depart Millersburg for a farm home vacated by Ama Sa Heeter.
MMI wood 12n soft wood 75 cents walnut $1 oak $1.25 16 inch oak 31.50 country wood hard fine $2.75 hard chunks $2 soft fine $2 11 L J Brooks Ren F Hoopingarner of Syracuse attended the show at the Jefferson last night Ex Postmaster J D Casey is assisting In the Ligonier postoffice.
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