5000 More U S Troops Bound for Mexico Villa Hunt
El Paso reports 5000 additional American troops will enter Mexico to pursue Villa, increasing the expeditionary force to 10000 men with several regiments arriving at the border in recent days. Paris cites Alexander Ribot predicting an end to the war.
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Mexco
Villa Hunt
EL Paso
Mar
Mexico
Villa
Paris
Alexander Ribot
Finance
Chamber of Deputies
American Troops Say No Occupation Of Mexican Towns
American forces pursuing Villa state they have no orders or intention to occupy Mexican towns as they advance into Mexico during the pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mar
Villa
Mexico
Northern Mexico power bar Torreon and Casas Grandes clash
Reports from San Antonio say Torreon is the power bar rel of Northern Mexico and Casas Grandes may decide the match with Villa’s forces. Minor clashes between Villa followers and General Pershing’s army near Casas Grandes outskirts are reported. Paris notes no infantry attacks by Germans last night and intermittent cannonading. London suggests Verdun assaults slackened, hinting Crown Prince may abandon offensives.
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San Antonio
Torreon
Mexico
Casas Crandes
Villa
General Pershing
Paris
London
Verdun
Negotiations stall over Riley land deal for Elkhart firm
A dispute arises as George A. Riley of Goshen negotiates to take over the Martin Band Instrument Co. factory at Elkhart. Riley offered a Grand Rapids area farm for 50 000, the agent had agreed, but talks hit a hitch and a lawsuit may follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. Riley
Goshen
Martin Band Instrument Co
Elkhart
Riley
Grand Rapids Mich
Pentecostal Services at Wells Memorial Lutheran Church
Pentecostal services held at the Wells Memorial Lutheran church corner Oak Ridge Avenue and North Third Street Sunday evening at 7 15. Mid week services at 7 15. Welcome to all. Rev. Chas W Hess pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells Memorial Lutheran Church
Oak Ridge ‘Avenue
Third Street
Chas. W. Hess
Adair Improves After Illness for Indiana Governor Bid
Democratic candidate for Indiana governor J A M Adair has been ill since the primary but is able to sit up and is expected to make a full recovery, according to Washington dispatches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adair
J. A. M. Adair
Indiana
Washington
Boy Elbow Dislocation After Fall at Burns Farm
Lloyd Clarke aged 13, son of Charles Clarke of Noble County, suffered a dislocated ankle when he fell from a hay mow at the Burns farm near Wolf Lake. The farm is operated by tenant Lou Tumbleson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd Clarke
Charles Clarke
Noble County
Burns Farm
Wolf Lake
Lou Tumbleson
County Officials To Inspect Ohio Paving Brick
On inspection trip County Commissioners Showalter and Griner Surveyor Rieth and other county officials will leave next week to survey paving brick and review materials during the journey through Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Showalter and
Griner
Rieth
Ohio
Messick Baby Born In South Bend
Mr and Mrs Roy Messick of South Bend are the proud parents of an eight pound daughter born this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Messick
South Bend
Funeral for Benjamin F. Shively in South Bend
Funeral services for Benjamin F. Shively senior U S senator from Indiana were held at the Shively home in South Bend with Rev. Chas A I Appincott officiating. The body was placed in River View cemetery receiving vault. Attendance was large with honorary and active pallbearers named. Business in South Bend and Mishawaka paused for the burial as notable attendees including Vice President Marshall, Sen Kern and Gov. Ralston were present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Bend
Benjamin F. Shively
U. S
Indiana
Shively
North Michigan Street
Chas. A. I Appincott
First Presbyterian Church
River View
T. E. Howard
J. B. Stoll
Walter Funk
W.P. O'Neill
R. C. Stephenson
Harry FE. Grube
Melville W. Mix
Iden
Romig
Isaac
Kane Parks
Frank C. Toepp
Harry R. Ware
I. M. Shively
Peter J. Kruger
Frank Mayr
Patrick A. Joyce
Chas. Coonley
Mishawaka
Marshall
Sen
Kern
Gov. Ralston
Democratic State Committee Plans April Reorganization
Indianapolis March 15 Special A call by Bernard Korbly democratic state chairman orders a meeting of the democratic state committee on April 11 to complete reorganization under the primary election law. District committeemen meet April 4 to elect district chairmen and those elected meet in Indianapolis April 11 to elect a state chairman secretary vice chairman and treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Mar
Bernard Korbly
Democratic State Committee
Boehne Candidate for U S Senate Seat
Evansville manufacturer and long time politician John W. Boehne, representative from Indiana's First district, visits South Bend for the funeral of Senator Benjamin F. Shively amid rumors he may be appointed to the U S Senate to succeed the late senator. Boehne has been active in politics since 1891.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Mar
John W. Boehne
U. S. Senate
Benjamin F. Shively
South Bend
Boehne
Will H. Hays
Republican State Committee
United States Senate
Senator Shively
E. D. Crompacker
Valparaiso
Indiana
United States
Shively
Indiana militia reduced as Evansville loses company
The Indiana militia was further reduced yesterday due to inefficiency. Evansville lost its company, shrinking the state's defense units and prompting questions about readiness and organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Indiana
Two Mad Dogs Are Shot Dead Near Elkhart Farm
A 14 year old neighbor shot and killed two mad dogs that attacked a hog near High farm west of Elkhart. One dog belonged to Otis Hich and the other to Carl Miller. Three children Ralph Afiller Gerald May and Trordon May played nearby and were unhurt. High’s dog valued at 25 dollars Millar’s at 10 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otis Hich
Carl Miller
Elkhart
Ralph Afiller
Gerald
Trordon May
Frank May
High
Millar
News of the Courts Incorporates Divorce Actions and Probate Orders
Roger A Williams sues for divorce from Neta B Williams charging cruelty after a Dec 15 1915 marriage and separation Feb 15. Zora G Fuller seeks divorce from Williard J Fuller married Nov 28 1896 on abandonment. Henry C Gutermuth sues C G Hassler on notes of 800 seeking 1000 with Constable S C Bradford named defendant over an interest. Judge Drake presides juvenile court sessions and issues probate orders for Isaac Baker unsound mind and specific lot sales in Baker’s Addition West Side Goshen with several beneficiaries receiving sums from 75 to 185 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger A. Williams
Neta B. Williams
Zora G. Fuller
Williard J. Fuller
Henry C. Gutermuth
C. G. Hassler
Constable S. C. Bradford
Drake
Circuit Court Court
Samuel Cripe
Isaac Baker
Baker
West, Side
Goshen
Ora R. Cripe
Mathias J. Bowman
Perry S. Cripe
Samuel
Amanda E. Hartzog
Governor Crampton Tours Camp Ellis Site in Goshen
Gary A B Crampton of the National Soldiers Home Marion visited Goshen for a few hours, toured Camp Ellis south of town, and recalled veterans and early residents such as M. B. Hascall Milo S. Hascall John Cook Henry Cook W A Beane Robert Lowry C C Beane FE Abbott and E M Chamberlain. He learned of Senator Shively's funeral in Washington before heading to South Bend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Crampton
Gary
A. B. Crampton
National Soldiers’ Home
Marion
Camp Ellis
M. B
Milo S. Hascall
John and
Henry Cook
W. A. Beane
Robert Lowry
W. R. Ellis
C. C. Beane
FE. F. Abbott
FE. G
E. M. Chamberlain
Goshen
Washington
Senator Shively
Crampton
South Bend
Brother of Tony Mendes Seeks Parole From Michigan City Prison
A brother of Tony Mendes serving a two to fourteen year sentence for the murder of Rosa Miller at Harrison Center near Goshen last summer is en route from Albany to Michigan City. He will visit the prisoner and efforts to gain Mendes parole are under way.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tony Mendes
Gypsy
Michigan City
Rosa Miller
Harrison Center
Goshen
Albany N. Y
Mendes
Farm Home Burned Near Syracuse Causes Loss
The home of Charles W. Miller north of Syracuse burned to the ground in a fire blamed on a defective chimney. Estimated loss about 1800 dollars, partly insured. Neighbor Harry Tully discovered the blaze. Miller, a bachelor, was inside reading and unaware until warned. The chimney had been cleaned and the stove pipe possibly disconnected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Miller
Syracuse
Harry Tully
Miller
Tully
Baschelor
Fire destroys Free News Stand in early morning blaze
An early morning fire at Lagrange destroyed the Free News Stand. Discovered around 4 o clock, the blaze had gained headway making saving the building impossible. The loss is about 1200 dollars, partly insured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lagrange
Burkett Purchases Valued Lot on South Sixth Street
William Burkett of South Third Street bought a valuable lot on South Sixth Street in the 600 block from Henry N. Jenner of Elkhart. The sale was arranged through Albert Weaver’s agency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixth Street
Wiliam Burkett
South Third Street
South Sixth Street
Henry N. Jenner
Elkhart
Albert Weaver
County Eighth Grade Exam Held Today
The first examination for eighth grade students in the county schools was held today. Other exams are scheduled for April 15 and May 20. The annual county commencement will be held in Goshen on Saturday June 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Teachers Institute Held at High School Building
Local teachers attended the teachers institute today at the High School building. Prof. Black of Indiana University and Dr. D L Esman addressed the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teachers’ Institute
Black
Indiana University
Man Bitten While Separating Dogs at Lagrange
Carlos C. Rozelle suffered a severe hand bite while attempting to break up a fight between two dogs at Lagrange. He is in Fort Wayne to have the wound treated. The dogs belonged to Dr. Rozelle and James Wigton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lagrange
Carlos C. Rozelle
Fort Wayne
Dr. Rozelle
James. Wigton
Quarantine Raised at Frank Reafanyder Residence
A scarlet fever quarantine on the residence of Frank Reafanyder on N Eighth Street has been lifted after health officials declared the danger has passed. Local authorities announced the property returned to normal occupancy.
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Frank Reafanyder
N. Eighth Street
McDougalls Relocate to Rochester for Work
Mr and Mrs McDougall move from Brooklyn to Rochester New York where Mr McDougall joins Whitmer Jackson Co Mrs McDougall formerly Miss Kate Jackson moves with him to Rochester and will adjust to the new posting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester
N. Y
McDougall
Brooklyn
N.Y
The
Whitmer-Jackson Co
Kate Jackson
County ticket downated by prohis im goshen today
Joseph F. Nusbaum and William C. Work for legislative positions appear on county ticket in Goshen today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prohis IM Goshen
Prohibitionists Nominate Ticket at Elkhart County Gathering
Indianapolis figure F W Lough attends with bass singer John W Huddleston as Elkhart prohibitionists nominate a full ticket in the courthouse. About 535 present. 39 delegates chosen for the state convention June 6-7. Lough urges continued temperance agitation. Thomas Price of Goshen, nearly 90, attends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle Dist
Adam J. Yoder
Goshen
Southern District
Ephraim Emert
Benton
Barney Uline
Nappanee
C. A. Teall
Elkhart
F. W. Lough
Indianapolis
Prohibition Committee
John W. Huddleston
Lough
Clarions
Prohibition Party
Elkhart County
Thomas Price
West
Douglas Street
Socialist slate chosen on first ballot at national referendum
President Allen L. Benson of Yonk ers Nevada and Vice President George R. Kirkpatrick of Newark New Jersey were chosen on the first ballot by the party rank and file through national referendum. Indiana socialists are active with S. S. Condo touring the northern part of the state speaking in Elkhart today and Goshen Sunday at 2:30 p m at the Eagles hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ers
George R. Kirkpatrick
Newark
N. J
Indiana
S. 8
Condo
Elkhart
Goshen
Eagles
Suit Filed Over Breach With Oppenheim in Kosciusko Court
David S. Oling house sues Isaac Oppenheim a former Milford clothing merchant in Kosciusko circuit court at Warsaw seeking judgment for 300 dollars on contract violation claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Oppenheim
Milford
David S. Olinghouse
Kosciusko Bircuit
Warsaw
Oppenheim
Specialist Speech Tomorrow at Eagles Hall
Revival speaker will address Marion residents at 2 30 pm in Eagles hall on the topic Wanted Peace Not War. The event is hosted by the Condo of Marion and aims to promote pacifist views in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Condo
Marion Will
Eagles Hall
Miss Elvira Galentine to Sing at Jewish Synagogue
Miss Elvira Galentine will sing at the Jewish synagogue tomorrow. An entertainment will be given by the children of the Sunday school.
Paving Contract for Seventh Street Heads to Council
The common council is to award the Seventh Street paving contract at the next meeting. W. W. Hatch & Sons Co of Goshen lead on brick while S. S. Saxon Co of Chicago tops asphalt bids. Material choice remains undecided as petitions favor both brick and asphalt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seventh Street
Common Council
Main Street
W. W. Hatch & Sons Co
Goshen
S. S. Saxon Co
Chicago
Asphphalt
Bowen Will Probate in Circuit Court Sets Small Estate
The will of Jas I Bowen who died in Goshen last Tuesday was probated in circuit court yesterday. He left his very small estate to his nephew Thomas Bowen, son of his deceased sister Alice LeCount. Witnesses Ray Deahl and L Burr Whippy reported the will dated November 2, 1915. Henry Hardesty, brother in law, reports possible contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. I. Bowen
Goshen
Mr. Bowen
Thomas Bowen
Alice LeCount
Ray Deahl
L. Burr Whippy
Henry Hardesty
Two Hundred Members Attend First Reformed Church Event
The Men's Bible class of the First Reformed Church entertained about two hundred members last evening in the church parlors with a fine musical program and refreshments served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Reformed Church
Door of Salvation Shuts Forever Theme at Strong Meeting
A large church gathering heard Rev. Beislegel preach from And the Door Was Shut about the open door of salvation and its eventual closing. Two conversions and four accessions followed the invitation. No services tonight, with Sunday announcements to follow in the regular column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beislegel
Goshen Elks Charter Special to South Bend Meeting
The Goshen Elks charter a special car to attend the Elks meeting in South Bend on Monday evening. The trip departs at 5 30 with a round trip fare of 65 cents. About 60 Goshen Elks plan to attend a banquet and program at the South Bend club rooms. The car will stop at the Elks club on North Main Street and tickets are sold at the club and Emerick's barber shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen Elks
Elks
South Bend
Elks Club
North Main Street
Emerick
Mrs. Jesse B Bowman Dies in Topeka After Illness
Mrs. Jesse B Bowman died at her Topeka home yesterday morning after a long illness of consumption. A former resident of this city, she was well known locally and was a niece of Mrs. Marion Batchelor of 152 Crescent Street. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at her late residence in Topeka.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse B. Bowman
Topeka
Marion Batchelor
Crescent Street
Elkhart High Loses To Liberty Center At State Tourney
Elkhart High School basketball fell to Liberty Center five 25 to 2 at the Bloomington state tournament yesterday. The loss eliminates Elkhart from further championship play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart H. S
Liberty Center
Bloomington
Elkhart
Prime sixty acres in First Industrial Addition auctioned
Sixty acres in the First Industrial Addition near Elkhart offered for immediate sale. Described as excellent land just outside city limits with attractive pricing. Commercial Club contact Room 80 Hawks Garner Building or call phone 629 for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart County
Hawks
Garner
Unusual Sunday Service at First Methodist Church
A Sunday morning service at the First Methodist church will feature the pastor reading the church record. All members are urged to attend as committees will be formed to mark attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist
School Sessions Held in Basher Chapel After Fire
A church school operates at Basher Chapel since the Stutsman school burned last Tuesday. The move keeps classes ongoing as repairs or a new facility are planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Basher Chapel
Stutsman
Neff on Trial for Bigamy and Forgery in Plymouth Case
Harry J. Neff stands trial in the Marshall circuit court at Plymouth. The defendant is accused of bigamy and forgery after allegedly obtaining considerable money from a Bremen bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neff
Harry J. Neff
Marshall
Plymouth
Bremen
Brethren Church Hosts Large Elkhart County Institute
The Elkhart County W C A U institute at the Brethren church in New Paris attracts a largely attended audience as proceedings continue into the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Institute of the
Elkhart County
The
Brethren Church
New Paris
Jefferson Township couple to celebrate silver wedding tonight
Mr and Mrs E H Gardner of Jefferson township prepare for a quiet 25th anniversary at their home with about 60 guests invited. They were married March 19, 1891 at Electa Bartholomews home, ceremony by Rev M S Walters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson Township
E. H.gardner
Edward H. Gardner
Electa Bartholomew
Moses Bartholomew
M. S. Walters
Newark, N. J
Goshen
Gardner
Yon. C. L. Murray
Underground Railroad
Engagement announced at Chicago tea for Miss Hazel Hafner
Society notes record Miss Hazel Hafner of Chicago announcing her engagement to Mr. Norbert Hackett at a tea hosted by her mother, Mrs. Ben Hafner, at 3406 Woodlawn Ave. Other gatherings include Mrs. S. C. Hubbell Sunday school group, Eastern Stars at Masonic Temple, Philomathians at 608 South Seventh, O. G. Club at 119 North Fifth, Janet Riley hosting kindergarten friends, a leap year dance planned for March 28 at Moose Hall, and a recent auction hosted by Mrs. Fred Banta at 723 South Main.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel Hafner
Ben Hafner
Woodlawn Avenue
Chicago
Norbert Hackett
Moose Lodge Elects Officers at East Jefferson Clubrooms
The local Moose chapter held its annual officer election in the club rooms on East Jefferson street. Elected officials include Dictator Henry Rupoldt, Vice Die Earl Miller, and Prelate Frank Overlease. Attendance was large and plans were made for a Michigan City picnic in early June. A class of 12 will be initiated next Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Moose Lodge
East Jefferson Street
Henory Rupoldt
Earl Miller
Frank Overlease
Michigan City
Clock in courthouse lags behind times
A citizen laments the courthouse clock, saying it strikes slowly and is about forty years behind the times. In a fast age, the speaker asks who can speed it up dramatically, implying a desire for a quicker toll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
First Presbyterian Church Every Member Canvass
The annual canvass will be held tomorrow from two to five in the afternoon. Members will be called at home to request liberal subscriptions to benevolences and current expenses. Attend tomorrow morning to hear budgets explained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian Church
Goshen Bowlers Top Ligonier by 461 Pins
The Goshen bowling team defeated Ligonier at Rimpiler alleys by a total of 461 pins, claiming the win in last evening’s match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Ligonier
Rimpiler Alleys
For Sale A Nice House on Two Large Lots
A neat five room house with a new barn and car line on two large lots is offered. See J Ransberg for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Ransberg
Mothers Day Observed Across Indiana Schools
Mothers day observances marked in Indiana schools yesterday with students and staff participating in activities to honor mothers across districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Schools of
Indiana
Indiana Primary Results and Senate Shively Succession Talk
Indiana voters produced a split picture with James B. Wilson leading progressives in the March 7 primary with 7 567 votes while President Wilson tallied 160 423 on the Democratic ticket. Republicans pegged Fairbanks at 176 178 and gubernatorial contenders totaling 215 578. Rumors say Gov. Ralston may name Thomas Taggart to fill Shively’s unexpired term, serving until a successor is elected in 1920. Daniels of Dausman gains Republican favor for appellate judge in the Thirteenth district with a two year term. floor rules limit convention access to delegates only.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
James B. Wilson
United States Senate
Wilson
Charles W. Fairbanks
Gov
Ralston
Benjamin F. Shively
U.S
Shively
Indianapolis
Thomas Tarrart
Taggart
U. S
Ethan A. Dausman
Dausman
Thirteenth
U. S. Lesh
Huntington
T. F. Palmer
Monticello
Judge Powers
Angola
The Gospel Teacher Returns From Fumigation Quarantine
Editor P. J. Kaufman of Wakarusa announces the resurgent Gospel Teacher after scarlet fever isolation. He quotes health officer Dr A S Sensenich detailing fumigation on the 11th day and notes the quarantine era offered a chance to study the devil’s works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. J. Kaufman
Wakarusa
Kauffman
A. S. Sensenich
Dan
Supreme Court Appeal in Wolf V Griner Appeal Filed
Attorney James S. Dodge of Elkhart filed in the state supreme court a transcript of his appeal of the damage suit by Henry K. Wolf against Valentine Griner. A superior court jury, guided by Judge Herman, returned a verdict for the defendant after the scaffold fall at a house connected to the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
James S. Dodge
Elkhart
Henry K. Wolf
Valentine Griner
State Supreme Court
Superior Court
Harman
Aages
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Prince
Hitch
North Lutheran Church
Central Committee
Otis High
News OF the Courts
City Institute Today
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F. W. Louch
Giant
Indianapo
Lis Singer
Joseph Kiracofe
Joseph F. Nusbaum
Middlebury
William
Oscar Kantz
Myron W. Harter
Judson K. Mellett
Edgar Duker
Allen L. Benson
Yonk
James I. Bowen Will
S. C. Hubbell
M. E. Church
St. Patrick’s
Prudence Leer
Sth
Alaa Mehl
Miriam Pickering
Masonic Temple
Philomathians
Lottie Sims
South Seventh Street
O. G. Club
Marie Stutz
North Fifth Street
Janet Riley
South Fifth Street
Moose Hall
Fred Banta
South Main Street
Political Pointers
Tomlinson’s Hall
L. W. Henley
State Committee
Henley
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