11 Mar 1919
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1919
Page
1
Clear text outlines a gathering of bankers in Chicago titled Shop Talk. The report mentions Associated Press input and references financial discussions. Details on speakers or outcomes are unclear due to OCR errors.
Purdue university girls attend a Cranless dance for the first time, with the event described as a shoes only affair. The report notes novelty and campus reaction to the unusual prompt.
A baby named Axon is born to Mr John Amster and Mrs Amster of South Ninth Street. The report notes the newborn and parental names in a local birth notice.
Nearly a week has passed with no direct clue to the whereabouts of Walter Cunningham of Piyamuth a 16 year old, last seen Friday east of Ket Assiville. Police and Sanford and others persist in working the case and believe Cunningham may reappear nearby seeking farm work as a livelihood.
The case in the superior court involves the Wolfe Dam age suit with both sides presenting testimony and questions for jurors. Attorneys argued over evidence limits and potential jury instructions as proceedings continued this afternoon.
Court house officials speculate on a tax bill that could affect residents. Officials discuss assessments and potential changes, noting the impact on property owners and local funds.
A fragmented notice describes a tax reform conference to be held in South Bend Indiana with attendees including county assessors and deputies. The event covers ten cities this week and involves officials from multiple counties such as Elkhart, St Joseph, and Starke.
Unclear OCR notes indicate Secretary of War Baker and Gen March with staff in Battle Creek Michigan. The fragment mentions planning a camp and defense themes, officers present, and military talks. Details are garbled with misread words and missing dates.
A newly enacted bill prohibits German in high school studies replacing Latin or German with a generic foreign language clause. The measure, debated amid concerns over cultural education, targets modern language instruction and alters curriculum requirements.
Peter Tom of Mishawaka appears under aliases in a local court filing naming multiple co defendants. The case centers on a fatal attack linked to a trilogy of suspects and a judge stating deadlines for filings.
Notices indicate Knep Soni and co defendants face trial in the South Bend Superior Court next Tuesday. Details show cited charges and court date for all parties involved.
Reuben HL Woehtford near west of tieshen purchases the Javid Big eh property on West Pike Street and plans to move to the city. Mr. Bidler, a railway mail clerk, will soon reside in Elkhart.
Paris March 11 Pope Benedict urged powers to speed up peace with Germany. The Vatican reportedly has reliable information showing Germany faces grave social and economic distress and fears rapid Bolshevik spread could lead to a Bolshevik state.
Representative Frank Mondell of Wyoming was chosen Republican floor leader in the next House after James R. Mann of Illinois declined the post following his election on the first ballot by the Republican conference.
Cecil Evers of a Waterford area farm died at Goshen hospital at 1:05 this afternoon from a fractured skull and other injuries after being struck by an electric wire and falling from the top of a high iron bridge over the Elkhart river west of Waterford. He was taken to the hospital and underwent surgery yesterday morning but recovery seemed unlikely. his body was moved to the Campbell & Sons morgue for funeral arrangements. Surviving are his parents, a brother, two sisters, and Mrs Evers who gave birth to a daughter Sunday morning and remains in serious condition from shock.
County Attorney Stuart Machubbin refuted claims of incompetence and irregularities at Healthwin Hospital in a regular meeting at the courthouse. The South Bend News-Times questions and local officials discuss responsibility as details of the scandal unfold.
Searches uncovered whiskey stored in safes shoe boxes suitcases trunks and other places across Indiana. A new find in Petersburg emerges from a pile of leaves indicating a cache of alcohol linked to prior concealment efforts.
In Topeka and Perry towns, tensions rise over a disputed event as Noble counts and local figures contend with mobilization for a State Phe in progress. Officials warn residents of possible disruptions as groups gather.
Fragmented text from a historical page appears with unreadable names places and terms. The legible parts suggest a brief item or notice but no clear event or attributions emerge.
A Goshen man died at his home in Shipshewana at a young age. He was the father of LE HL Hershberger of Goshen. A large family survives. Funeral services were held today.
The 71st Indiana General Assembly adjourned at 5 AM after heated wrangling over regular and specific appropriations. House and Senate conferees failed to agree on key measures, but leaders signed the specific appropriations before adjournment, with many bills left to the legislative graveyard and an extra session unlikely. Governors and committees face remaining questions over Purdue University, Long Hospital, and highway funds.
Details of the program for the state encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic and related organizations at Elkhart were decided at a conference between the arrangements committee led by James F. Hermann and state organization representatives. Hotels cannot house all. homes may be opened at Mr. Hermann's request.
Guernsey Breeders Association will outline a new movement at a Saturday morning meeting in the county capital. Officials and officers will discuss membership, procedures, and the draft agenda for an afternoon session.
The Mikhart County Farmers Cooperative Assn will hold a meeting in Stovex hall Saturday afternoon to discuss handling grain and live stock. The 165 stockholders, with HQ in Goshen and a New Paris branch, report a successful year and urge farmers to organize cooperative marketing nationwide. S.A. Hoover says the movement aligns with Indiana trends and aims to empower farmers who previously relied on middlemen, expanding across the county.
New York reports Amelia F Barr the authoress aged 88 died at her home in Richmond Hill. Her prolific career included about two books per year at times with hundreds of stories and poems. She faced tragedy after losing husband and three sons to epidemics and lived in Galveston Houston Memphis and other cities before settling.
The Laporte Democratic banquet is set for March 20 with speakers including O Brien of Chicago delivering the address. Karl Liederer, janitor at St. John's Catholic Church, is noted. Rev. Fr. Hottenroth also mentioned with local community ties.
Dr. FE. PD. Stuckman from New Paris says influenza has abated somewhat but many people remain ill across the community with the disease still active today.
The message outlines cleanup of guitars and data tasks for the telemanboles. It notes work today to remove reconstructions to Girt and Tee and Spew. An alternative freets will be cleaned during the week.
Col George Harvey editor of the North American Review will address the Columbia Club in Indiana polis next Monday evening. The talk is anticipated as a highlight for local literary circle with emphasis on current affairs and culture.
Marne Cook through attorney K W Wall files in crcait court alleging Charles A Cook died Nov 1 and left real and personal property worth about 20000. She, as legally adopted daughter, claims Cynthia Cook widow and sole heir. accuses will dated Sept 15 1910 of being invalid due to unsound mind and undue influence and seeks its set aside.
Fragmented text describes a visit by Cunningham's father to Elkhart and mentions Mrs Porsy, a Bristol area reference, and a police contact with Richter. The garbled account hints at a police inquiry and a family incident but provides few clear facts or names.
Deonard E. Clore declares he will refrain from political activity following his Democratic primary bid for governor. He serves as treasurer for a federal reserve bank in Louisville and states he plans no further involvement in campaigns.
Mortuary record notices list Be er Moers Hieber died at home near Geshen on Plymouth road Moss after illness. Survived by parents and a brother with one sister named Balythe. funeral arrangements pending. John Miller found dead at Mitchells, heart trouble cited. four brothers and several relatives listed. services pending once California son is heard.
The text recalls Lanireus AL Whornpeon of Seach feng Island as a former business promoter and later promoter of railways. It mentions his ties to historic events, anniversaries, and associates, noting unclear deeds and regional prominence in a fragmented historical record.
A draft report names patients including EaBiuart Tor 9 C. Grader Carl Schenk Arthur Russo B H Watson Vernon ek and Esther Myers as part of an early smallpox case log observed by health authorities.
At the request of county teachers Des Sap Weaver completed a grade eight essentials list in crimen arith for pupils and the instructions were sent to prospective schools for the coming term.
An outbreak of scarlet fever grips northern Indiana with Columbia City among the affected localities. Public health officials warn residents to seek medical care for symptoms and follow preventive measures.
Nelson N. Gubrick of Napanee was arrested in Elkhart after leaving his horse hitched on a street from 5 30 p m to 11 20 p m about six hours.
Curtis Geerman 70 a prominent Kosciusko county farmer died of pneumonia at his Silver Lake home He is survived by his wife Mrs Edward Fisher of Silver Lake and one hired hand The Daily Democrat reports the local notice for readers at 12 cents a week.
The U S Senate Investigating Committee met to hear sensational testimony on Bolshevism and its alleged influence in government. Solicitor Lamah presented evidence and warned of growing dangers to national institutions.
Associated Press reports the Department of Justice examined radical writings and propaganda as possible threats to national security. Major Lewery Piames, counsel for the department, reviewed records showing radical movements and calls for overthrow, with memos citing socialist and revolutionary content and links to periodicals.
The concert featured Frank Parker baritone with Miss Helen Johnsen and Miss Cuthbert among performers. The program included The Seven Last Words of Christ and other selections conducted by Amos S. Ebersole with Voltkamp at the piano. The audience enjoyed a well presented musical evening praised for its orchestral and vocal clarity.
A revival of church affairs is announced for Wednesday evening March 22 at the English Lutheran Church. Attendees are urged to be present for a full attendance and renewal of spiritual duties.
Wade of Fortkhart owner of a jitney bus line will test the new Eikhart ordinance regulate operation of jitney buses in the city.
Evansville Indiana mourns pioneer detective William Wilson who died at his residence. Wilson led a long and eventful career in law enforcement, leaving behind a notable legacy in local policing.
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