Five Thousand Dollar Slander Suit Trials in Circuit Court
The long slander case Josephine Woods versus Samuel Unrue opened in circuit court with a $5,000 damages claim. Plaintiff, formerly of Syracuse, and now a farm resident near Syracuse, alleges Unrue called her a blind tiger at Vawter Park hotel. A $100 prior judgment was set aside after motion. Jury panel discharged. case continues with readings on related probate and other court matters including paternity, intoxication, and estate proceedings in the same court stream.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josephine Woods
Samuel Annie
North & Wagner
Deahl
Wood & Aitken
Lou W. Vall
Warsaw
A. G. Wood
Syracuse
Milton Woods
Vawter Park
Lake Wawasee
Samuel Unrue
Engineer Charles Baldwin Dies In Dixie Fiver Wreck
In Shelburn Indiana a train wreck on the Dixie Fiver bound from Chicago to Florida injured a tramp and damaged the Evansville and Terre Haute station. Engineer Charles Baldwin was killed. Initial reports listed 15 dead, but no passengers required medical aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelburn
Ind
Charles Baldwin
Evansville and
Terre Haute
Railroad seeks Supreme Court review of Indiana headlight ruling
Vandalia railroad files appeal in the Supreme Court challenging an Indiana high court decision upholding a statute that allows the state public service commission to regulate locomotive headlight requirements. The case centers on regulatory authority and constitutional scope of state oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mar
Supreme Court
Vandalia Railroad
Indiana
State Public Service Commission
Evans rig recovered after theft at Goshen livery
The $250 rig stolen from the George H. Bvyans livery stable was recovered in South Bend. The suspect, Charles Sure, 27, of Indianapolis, was arrested and will be taken to Goshen by Sheriff Thomas. Sure had left the rig at Ten Cent livery and was nabbed by a plain clothes officer. Authorities regard him as possibly demented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Bvyans
South Bend
Charles Sure
Indianapolis
Goshen
Thomas
Sure
Caught Under Logs Harry Rothrock Severely Injured
This morning at 8 30 Harry Rothrock was injured at the Sanders Fegbert yards while unloading logs. A wire binding broke and his left hip was broken with possible internal injuries. He was taken home to 209 North Eighth Street by Herr ambulance with Doctors Ash and Edmands summoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Rothrock
Sanders-Fegbert Yards
North Eighth Street
Herr
First Sup Society Hosts Surprise Birthday Party
Five members of the First Supper Society surprised Mrs. H. Robert Prusts on her birthday anniversary at a Saturday gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sup
H. Robert Prusts
Elkhart Players Lead in Interurban Billiards Tourney
Elkhart man Won Shy defeated George Mann of Goshen 100 to 7S at carom billiards. Dick Purneck of Elkhart tied for first in the interurban tournament. Clem Ailes of Elkhart beat Mr Mann 100 to 41 at pocket billiards, securing a safe lead. Games held at Crescent billiard parlor 112 South Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shy
George Mann
Goshen
Caron
Dick Purneck
Elkhart
Clem Ailes
Mr. Mann
Mr. Ailes
Crescent
South Main Street
Elkhart man charged in thefts by sons Compton
Phineas K. Compton an Elk Hart resident is charged with receiving stolen goods in connection with thefts by his sons O K and James Compton. He has hired R E F Proctor to conduct his defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phineas K. Compton
Elkhart
O. K
James Compton
R. E F. Proctor
Walk-Over Boot Shop to Open at 213 South Main Street
The Walk-Over Boot Shop will hold its formal opening next Saturday from 2 30 to 5 and 7 pm at 213 South Main Street. Music and souvenirs will be offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
No. 213
South Main Street
Lincoln Beachy seen in Goshen after San Francisco crash
Lincoln Beachy who died in an aeroplane crash in San Francisco yesterday was observed by Goshen residents at Elkhart Driving Park on July 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Beachy
Elkhart
Lincoln Beachy
San Francisco
Elkhart Driving Park
Shen High School tops Albion in Saturday gym clash
Shen High School defeated Albion High School 40 to 32 in a locally played basketball game Saturday night at the high school gym.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen High School
Albion High School
Old Civas Man Dead
W W Cole a veteran circus man died at his New York home He led a circus that exhibited in Goshen in 1877 and again in 1879.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Cole
New York
Goshen
Prominent South Bend Manufacturer Dead at 73
John W. Teel a leading South Bend manufacturer died yesterday in South Bend. He founded the South Bend Toy Works and built a notable local business career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Teel
South Bend
South Bend Toy Works
Graham & Morton Lake Michigan service opens early
The Graham and Morton Transportation Co. began running on Lake Michigan as weather allowed, starting the season earlier than usual due to prevailing conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham & Morton Transportation Co
Lake Michigan
Was Successful fashion week closes at South Gend
Fashion week in South Gend wrapped Saturday night with strong turnout and retailers reporting brisk business. Merchants credited the event for boosting holiday sales and drawing shoppers from across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Gend
Indiana Pupils Raise 6483.36 for Red Cross Relief
Records show Indiana school children contributed 6483.36 to the Red Cross for relief of war sufferers in Europe. The drive asked each pupil to give one penny on Lincoln's birthday. Governor Ralston will receive the check. Indianapolis schools did not participate. Elkhart county totals are unofficial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles A. Greathouse
Indiana
Red Cross Society
Europe
Lincoln
Greathouse
Ralston
Red Cross
Indianapolis
Elkhart County
Jackson Township petition on road improvement stalled
Jackson township residents gathered Saturday to push a three mile state road improvement from Elkhart township south through Jackson township. The petition was not shown to the county commissioners as presentation was postponed until the regular session on Monday April 5. More signatures are needed. The three commissioners W. W. Showalter E. Fisher and W. E. Griner attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Township
Elkhart Township
Board of County Commissioners
W. W. Showalter
FE. K. Fisher
W. E F. Griner
General Garra za abandons block at Progreso Port
Gen Garanza has abandoned his blockade at Progreso Port as tensions rise between United States authorities and local factions. Details remain unclear but officials report halted activities and increased security measures near the harbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garranza
Progeso
Mexican Gunboat Zaragosa Called Off as Ships Sail
Washington reports General Carranza halted the Progreso blockade after U S representations. The Mexican gunboat Zaragosa is withdrawn and two American ships proceed without interference. Petrograd notes Austrian forces with a large German contingent again pushing to relieve Przemysl fortress. Paris details British Neuve Chapelle victory with a front of about two miles and gains of trench lines and defenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Carranza
Progeso
United States
Mexico
Zaragosa
Paris
Neuve Chapelle
French War Office
Sunday Theatre Question in Elkhart Sparks Debate
Elkhart faced a Sunday theatre question as Clif ford Cole of the Orpheum, run by the Allardts, kept the venue open and about 2,500 attended. Rev. F W Lineberry objected and Cole was arrested after posting a $100 bond. Claimants say residents generally back Sunday amusements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Clifford Cole
Orpheum
Allardts
F. W. Lineberry
M. E
Cole
Ty Cole
Middlebury Man Arrested in Gary for Desertion Charge
Orva S. Nus ham, a Middlebury man charged with deserting his cill, was arrested in Gary. Sheriff Thomas travels to Gary to bring him to Goshen for trial. Officers had sought Nus ham for weeks. a Gary officer was en route to Goshen with the prisoner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orva S. Nushaum
Middlebury
Gary
Thomas
Nusham
Goshen
Army Recruiting Stations in Indiana District Closed
All army recruiting stations in the Indiana district outside Indianapolis were ordered closed on March 19. Capt. Thomas F. Ryan of the Indianapolis station announced the action as the U S army ranks had been recruited to the full quota authorized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Indianapolis
Thomas F. Ryan
U. S. Army
False Alarm of Fire at Second and Queen Streets
A false fire alarm rang from box No 14 at the corner of Second and Queen streets North Side at 9 50 PM Saturday night. A report that the Central station hose cart narrowly avoided a New York Central train at Main street crossing is incorrect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second and
Queen Streets
North Side
Central Station
New York Central
Main Street
Banquet Honors Dr Hurty At Claypool Hotel Indianapolis
The testimonial banquet for Dr J N Hurty at the Claypool hotel in Indianapolis was a success. For 19 years he has led the Indiana state health department. No local physicians attended the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Hurty
Claypool Hotel
Indianapolis
Hurty
Indiana State Health Department
Civil Engineer Charles Miley Drops Self at Niles
Charles Miley, a member of the civil engineering corps of the Michigan Central, killed himself at Niles yesterday afternoon by shooting himself in the head. Poor health is believed to have driven the act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Miley
Civil Engineering Corps
Michigan Central
Niles
Map shows New York Central lines fatalities 1914
A public posting displays a map detailing all accidents and fatalities along the New York Central Lines right of way during 1914. The item emphasizes the extent of dangers on the railway during that year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Central
Peach Interests Boost Outlook Across Many States
Extended peach interests spread through at least 39 of 48 states, with commercial import prospects. Reports indicate a favorable crop year ahead as conditions support strong yields and market activity.
Woman's Missionary Society Speaker Focuses on Korea
Mrs. George D. Hawks of Mishawaka spoke at the Mishawaka Presbyterian Church addressing the Woman's Missionary Society on the topic Korea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mishawaka
George D. Hawks
Woman's Missionary Society
Mishawaka Presbyterian Church
Korea
Removal Sale Philo Coops and Cypher Hatcheries
City notices report a removal sale affecting Philo Coops and Cypher Hatcheries. Details list an evening call and address 1803 Cos ino Street. No further context provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philo Coops
Cypher Hatcheries
Cosino
French Drive Expanded After Vauquois Gain And Yser Advance
Paris dispatch reports French forces captured the Plateau and part of Vauquois on the Ar gonne, boosting the drive toward Varennes en Argonne. Belgian troops advance on Dixmude and destroy a German trench cemetery position. Embermenil and several Lorraine towns fall to the French, while Rheims and Soissons endure heavy bombardment and civilian deaths. Berlin says Allied ships shelled Neupot, with limited other actions. fighting continues in Champagne, the Vosges, and the Argonne with new grenades and incendiary bullets. London notes a reported British casualty figure of about ten thousand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Vauquois
Argonne
Varennes-en-Argonne
Aury River
French War Office
Yser
Dixmude
Lorraine
Champagne
Embermenil
Berlin
Neuport
la Panne
Neuve Chapelle
Lovain
le Mesnil
Vosges
London
County Council Approves Sequestered Tax Collections Fund
The new county council met Saturday afternoon and appropriated about $19,000 in total. They approved a $3,000 Workman fund for an Indianapolis accountant with 35 percent of actual collections, excluding Elkhart County. Rye of Elkhart opposed. Workman had sought $5,000 earlier, and estimates suggest $1.5 to $2 million to be placed on the duplicate, loaned outside the state and taxed. Bridge appropriations were also authorized, with advertisement to follow for Yellow Creek and other structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph B. Workman
Indianapolis
Rye of
Elkhart
Workman
Elkhart County
Old County Council
Bartholomew
Yellow Creek
Negative side wins debate at Michael school house
In a debate on repealing the present local option law the negative side prevailed. Participants included Affirmative Owen Wogeman Alpheus Gorsuch and Wesley Sowers versus Negative Albert Brothers Charles Wallace and Clement Kaser. Brothers, first speaker for the winning side, explained he spoke against his own views to advocate county option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael School House
Owen Wogeman
Alpheus Gorsuch
Wesley Sowers
Albert Brothers
Charles Wallace
Clement Kaser
Workman Prepares to Start Indianapolis Tax Contract
Joseph B. Workman, known as the Indianapolis tax ferret, entered a percentage contract with the board of county commissioners on Saturday and has made all preparations to begin work. He has been in the city for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph B. Workman
Indianapolis
Board of County Commissioners
Mr. Workman
Interurban Car Backing Mishap Halts South Bend Trip
A Sunday incident at Yeat Lincoln avenue and Main street saw an 11:80 interurban car from the north back out as a south track began, while a parallel north track started, disabling the vehicle and preventing its return to South Bend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yeat Lincoln Avenue
Main Street
South Bend
Funeral services for James H. Miller held at home
Funeral services for James H. Miller were conducted yesterday afternoon at 1 45 o clock at the residence 402 West Wilden avenue with Howell Post No 90 G A R in charge. Rev E P Fryberger preached the sermon and burial was in Oak Ridge cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James H. Miller
West Wilden Avenue
Howell
Oak Ridge Cemetery
P. Fryberger
Funeral of Mrs G W Farrell Held at Home
Private funeral services for Mrs. G W Farrell were held this afternoon at the residence 111 South Eighth Street. Rev FE A Vannnys preached the sermon and interment followed at Violett Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Farrell
Private funeral for Mrs Lydia Tower at home
Private services were held yesterday afternoon at the home 517 South Main Street for Mrs Lydia Tower. Rev L J Smith officiated and burial followed in Violett cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia Tower
South Main Street
Rev
L. J. Smith
Violett Cemetery
Association Incorporates in Concord Township Detective Society
The Concord Township Detective Association filed articles of incorporation for record with County Recorder Winterhoff, establishing the nonprofit entity and its official status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Township Detective Association
Winterhoff
Death of Prof. A. F. E. Haynes Expected Burial in Hillsdale
Prof. A. F. E. Haynes of the University of Minnesota has died. His body will be buried in Hillsdale Michigan, his former home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. FE. Haynes
University of Minnesota
Hillsdale, Mich
First Presbyterian Church to Hold Congregational Meeting
The annual congregational meeting of First Presbyterian Church will be held Thursday night April 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Meeting
First Presbyterian Church Congregational Meeting
Shirk Buys Five Passenger Ford at Kelly Garage
Mr Bert Shirk of Harrison township has purchased a new five passenger Ford from the Kelly Garage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Shirk
Harrison Township
Kelly Garage
Sunday School Moves to Spahn Building for Space
Crowded condition forces the Presbyterian Sunday School elementary department to relocate next Sunday to the second floor of the Spahn building at Lincoln avenue and Fifth street. A committee including Dr. C. O. Dobson Rev. I A Vannnys and Mrs Burt Throckmorton says the room is near the church well heated well lit and better for Sunday School. Parents are asked to cooperate and have children go directly to the new site each Sunday morning. Enterance is the first door west of the old post office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian
C. O. Dobson
Burt Throckmorton
I. A. Vannnys
Spahn
Lincoln Avenue
Fifth Street
Father Sues Son Over Real Estate Exchange Loss
Henry Dull of Syracuse sues John Dull in Kosciusko county circuit court at Warsaw claiming $1,000 for losses from a failed real estate exchange. He borrowed funds for the deal and says interest and expenses brought total costs to $900, seeking judgment for the amount. Both men own nearby property in Syracuse and had agreed to swap properties before the dispute arose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kosciusko County
Warsaw
Henry Dull
John Dull
Syracuse
Tfe
Post BB T P A Elects Officers at Saturday Meeting
Members of Post BB T P A elected officers at a Saturday evening meeting at the Alderman hotel. They chose Clarence Milmore as president C P Murchison as vice president Jack Throckmorton as secretary treasurer and M W Starr Frank Cosby and Owen Cover as directors for two years. Committees were named with Charles E Gorham heading Railroad B F Deahl Legislative W W Stemm Press S P Blough Hotel C P Murchison Employment and N W Manrow Food Reads R Neville Membership and others assigned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alderman Hatel
Post BB
Clarence Rilmore
C. P. Murchison
Jack Throckmorton
M. W. Starr
Frank Cosby
Owen Cover
Charles E. Gorham
B. IF. Deahl
W. W. Stemm
S. P. Blough
N. W. Manrow
R. ©. Neville
County Commissioners Set April Session for Local Option Petitions
The April county board will hear petitions for local option elections in Goshen and Elkhart. Elections are expected for the last week of April, possibly on the same day. In 1915 Goshen voted April 7 and Elkhart March 31. Wet and dry factions are organizing in both cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Elkhart
Indiana 12th district workers back Judge Olds for Senate
Fort Wayne labor supporters quietly push Judge Walter Olds as a 1916 United States Senate candidate, aiming to gain recognition on the Republican ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Fort Wayne
Walter Olds
United States Senate
Goshen businessman flees on West Washington Street
A Goshen businessman fled a residence on West Washington Street Saturday night with another man’s wife, making a hasty exit with few clothes on. Police described the scene as a hurried flight and noted the man departed quickly from the house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
West Washington Street
Miss Wollam Engaged as Soprano Soloist
Florence Wollam of this city has been engaged as soprano soloist with the Elkhart concert band for upcoming performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wollam
Florence Wollam
Elkhart
Infirmary Board Watches James Robinson Suffering 80 Pound Loss
James Robinson, confined at Kosciusko county infirmary for over fifty days, remains in bed as he endures severe hunger. He has lost 80 pounds from his initial 265.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Robinson
Kosciuske County Infirmary
Mid-Lent Sunday Leads to Two-Week Fast Ahead
The note marks Mid-Lent Sunday as observed yesterday and sets a two week fasting period starting from the following Sunday, April 4.
Repairs Soon at City Water Plant Engine
Repair work on the large unit engine break at the municipal water and light plant will be finished soon. Principal repairs focus on restoring service and ensuring continued operation of the plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Municipal Water and Light Plant
Real Estate Deals and Rental Listings
James Brown sells land in Qsclo township to William W Wagner for 1 dollar. Rooms for rent at 319 North Second Street. Call 304 Queen Street or phone 922 for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Brown
William W. Wagner
North Second Street
Queen
Jefferson Township Resident Elvan Caton Dies at 61
Elvan Leander Caton died at his Jefferson township home at 11 o clock after eight weeks with heart dropsy. He was 61, lifelong resident, long-time farmer and threshing worker. Survived by wife four daughters two sons eight grandchildren and multiple relatives in Goshen Niles and nearby townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elvan Leander Caton
Jefferson Township
Joshua Caton
Middlebury Township
Charlies Houk
Goshen
Louis Mesner
Niles. Mich
Elsie Cripe
Wilma Caton
Newton Smith
Cleveland
Guy
Peter S. Caton
Bristol
John Caton
Bert Caton
S. J. Min
Hawkes Furniture employe held on serious charge
Dale Ritchie of 118 North Second Street is jailed on an assault with intent to commit rape charge involving a Goshen businessman's 12 year old daughter. He was arrested after taking the girl to a lumber shed near the Hawke Furniture Co. factory. the girl says no molestation occurred. Penalty ranges from two to 21 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dale Ritchie
Hawks Furniture Co
North Second Street
Goshen
Marshal Vesey
Ritchie
Hawke Furniture Co
Johnson
Assessor Bartholomew Reports Substantial Gain in Appraisals
Edson C. Bartholomew Elkhart county assessor presents the first report to the Indiana state board of tax commissioners. The ten day submission covers assessors and deputies with gains in land appraisals totaling 844,120 over the former value and includes compiled personal property figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bartholomew
State Board
Indiana State Board of Tax Commissioners
Edson C. Bartholomew
Elkhart County
Every Member Canvass Day In Shen Churches Adopt Plan
Yesterday marked Every Member Canvass Day for Goshen churches using the adopted fund raising plan. The system debuted last year and proved so satisfactory it is now permanent. Subscriptions pledged yesterday met expectations.
Law Over Supervisorship Defendants Named in Mandamus Suit
Luther Strombeck sues Orlando F. Gerard and Nathaniel Kline in a mandamus action over the North Webster road supervisor post. Kline allegedly failed to qualify or present election certificate and bond within the legally required period after the November election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlando F. Gerard
Tippecanoe Township
Kosciuske County
Nathaniel Kline
North Webster
Luther Strombeck
Kline
Governor Ralston Blocks Lake Front Park Bill
Gov. Ralston rejected senate bill No. 150 intended to allow Gary to establish a lake front park. He said the measure would let any builder claim absolute title to the lake front lands, whereas now the lands are held only under easement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralston
Gary
Lake Front
Miss Jessie Gordy Dies in Niles at 26
Miss Jessie Gordy aged 26 daughter of Mr and Mrs C M Gordy of Syracuse died at D Graham residence in Niles Michigan early Sunday morning after a four week illness from typhoid fever. She leaves her parents and three brothers. Undertaker Rothenberger of Syracuse accompanied the body to Syracuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niles
Mich
Jessie Gordy
C. M. Gordy
Syracuse
D. Graham
Undertaker Rothenberger
Gongwer and Stauffer Wed at Concord Minister Home
Maurice Gongwer and Olive Stauffer married Saturday evening at the residence of Rev. Frank Kreider in Concord township. The ceremony was performed by the officiating minister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice Gongwer
Olive Stauffer
Frank Kreider
Concord Township
Blues Defeat Reds 17–over in Sunday School
The Blues recorded a 17 score victory over the Reds in a Sunday school game. Key players from both sides contributed to the shortened match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blues
Presbyterian Sunday School
Reds
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Samuel Mnrue
Benton Harbor
Petit Jury
Vernon H. Krider
Charles N. Blood
York
John A. Mathias
Edith Snake
Bessie F. Best
Nannie A. Gall
Kansas City
Fryberger
Carl Routsong
Violet Harwood
Otto Teegarden
L. L. Burris
Justice Wood
John Doe
Circuit Court
Nellie Coppes
Charles Mutschler
Samuel D. Coppes
Harvey E. Coppes
John W
Clara Rosburgh
Copies
Edwin H. Dunning
A. S. Zook
I. O. Wood
Louisa Dunning
Louisa Moyer
A. J. Weaver
Irvin S. Burns
Simon Fetters
Edwin C. Huff
Louisa Cornell
James A. Long
Sarah A. Juday
Brooks
Evans
Society News
United
Petrograd
Big
Przemysl
County Council
Hillsdale
Olds
Goshen Churches
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