Elkhart man defends Texas land scheme accused of holo
Jack W. Johnson, manager of the Texas Colonization Car, denies wrongdoing in a land sale plan described as a possible holdup. He submitted papers to the Elkhart Truth, but a personal letter from Ball in St Louis mentioning 70 000 acres near Palestine Texas at 5 dollars an acre was found among the documents. An investigation is underway to determine the legitimacy of the venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack W. Johnson
Texas Colonization Car
Elkhart
Johnson
Elphart Truth Office
Ball
St. Louis
Texas
Palestine
Tex
Irenton
Horse Thief Apprehended in Fort Wayne
William Fisher, who disappeared from Elkhart with a team owned by Samuel Warner, was arrested in Fort Wayne last evening while attempting to sell the outfit. He gave the name William Snyder. Chief Silvers will return the prisoner to Elkhart tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Wiliam Fisher
Elkhart
Samuel Warner
Ft. Warne
William Snyder
Chief Silvers
Death of Sixth Street Paving Boss Robt Whaley Reported
Word reached today that Robert Whaley, who last year oversaw the asphalt paying job on Sixth Street in Goshen, killed himself in Seattle, Washington. He had worked in Garrett and other nearby places in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixth Street
Goshen
Robi. Whaley
Seattle
Wash
Garrett
Bride Sues Parents of Husband for Damages Over Alienated Affections
Hazel Fern Graham filed a $5400 suit against Herbert A. Graham and Luthera Graham alleging alienation of affection by the husband Donald Graham's parents. She married Donald on Oct 17 and moved to Chicago Feb 17, living together until March 10 when he left her due to parental interference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Graham
Hazel Fern Graham
Herbert A. Graham
Luthera Graham
Chicago
Elected Vice President Highlighted in Lumberman Portrait
The American Lumberman features a fine picture of Philip S. Gardiner with a life sketch. Gardiner serves as secretary treasurer and general manager of Eastman Gardiner & Co. lumber in Laurel Mississippi and is known as the son of Mrs. H. W. Gardiner. At the Yellow Pine Manufacturers Association meeting in New Orleans he was elected to vice president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Lumberman
Philip S. Gardiner
Eastman, Gardiner & Co. Lumber Institution
Laurel, Miss
8. W. Gardiner
Yellow Pine Manufacturers’ Association
New Orleans
Rejected lover’s tragedy ends with self harm attempt
Gustavo Baum, 42, a laborer of St. Joseph, tried to shoot himself after taunts from friends following a sweetheart rejection. Officers arrested him for disorderly conduct as the act failed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gustavo Baum
St. Joseph
Sick List Shows Progress At St Joseph Hospital
Mrs R H Collins patient at St Joseph hospital South Bend improved this morning and hopeful for complete recovery. John Blough confined at home with neuralgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. H. Collins
St. Joseph Hospital
South Bend
Hope
John Blough
Diphtheria Quarantine Locks Benton Homes
Diphtheria cases local to Benton quarantine homes of Tommy Berkeypile and Mrs Maggie Biteman. The piece notes a public stir over Muresco wall finish and its sanitation claims. Also reports a quiet marriage between James Allen Cook and Misas Wdlth Batley and notes the Warsaw jail is empty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benton
Tommy Berkeypile
Irvin Berkeypile
Maggie Biteman
James Allen Cook
John Cook
Elkhart
Misas Wdlth Batley
Garden City Tablet Co
Suit Against City Over Lease Conflict In Goshen
An action was filed this afternoon by Orlando Hamilton, Aaron Hartzler, and others against the City of Goshen seeking to stop the city from moving into the 1. O. O. F. block. The suit argues city officials are lodge members and thus barred from public leases under state law.
Goshen Epworth League Convention Heads to Mishawaka
The Goshen District Epworth League plans a June 16 afternoon start and all day June 17 in Mishawaka at the First Methodist church. About 24 delegates are expected. District officers H J Hilderman Geedees Seiler and Fridley joined a cabinet meeting with Stephen Grin Chapter No 619 to finalize arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Epworth League
Mishawaka
M. E
H. J. Hilderman
Inwood
Ind
Miss Geedees
Bourbon
Mrs. Seile
Court House Notices and Local Court Actions
Circuit Court motions and judgments include a motion to dismiss in James F. Shue vs Dunlaps Telephone Co and a $10.59 judgment in G B Hoppingarner vs William Dwight admr. Of Achsah Williams estate. A $160 confession offer in C M Stiver vs Eugene O Davis foreclose lien. Emily E Atkins granted divorce from James C Atkins. Various real estate and land transfer details listed alongside minor criminal matters and jury discharge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
James F. Shue
Dunlaps Telephone Company
G. B. Hoppingarner
Wmn
Dwight
Admr
Achsah
Williams Estate
C. M. Stiver
Eugene O. Davis
Emily E
Leases Swine Ford Hotel and Local News Highlights
T A Carter leases the Swine ford hotel at Auburn. Mrs Matilda Lichtenwalter aged 90 dies in Whitley county. Ligonier public library may open by May first. Butler basket company factory to be rebuilt after fire. Clive Summers injured by hazers at Huntington High. John W Bowman former Huntington sheriff hurt in stair fall. James Ling and Elizabeth Bolander wed at Auburn. Elkhart man shoots two ducks in flooded street. Angola opera house closed for fire code repairs. Rev J W Cummins retires to become salesman in South Dakota. Jared F Housel 71 dies in De Kalb county. was St John postmaster 48 years. Kokomo Grand Army parade limited to one mile. Fort Wayne last year over three. 24 Kendallville youths take hayrack trip to William Lasho home. rain delays return. Grandma Robison of Monmouth celebrates 92nd birthday with family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Carter
Swineford
Auburn
Matilda Lichtenwalter
Whitley County
Ligonier
Butler Basket Company
Clive Summers
Huntington High
Hazers
John W. Bowman
Huntington County
James Ling
Elizabeth Bolander
Elkhart
Angola
J. W. Cummins
Warsaw
United Brethren Church
South Dakota
Jared F. Housel
DeKalb County
St. John
Grand Army of the Republic
Kokomo
Fort Wayne
Kendallville
William Lasho
Sasho
Grandma" Robison
Monmouth
Personal notes from South Bend and surrounding towns
A long list of residents and visitors reported in the Goshen area today. Names include M. Goldberg in South Bend, I. H. Simmons in Nappanee, G. G. Atkinson returning from Detroit, Jacob Wilkinson from Syracuse, Miss Maude Zollinger to Wolf Lake, and many others visiting or traveling to Elkhart LaPorte Three Rivers Mishawaka Garrett Urbana Crestline and Lake Brokesha with routine movements and a public sale announcement for Daniel Scott near Goshen on March 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Goldberg
South Bend
I. H. Simmons
Isabelle
Leesburg
B. G. Schaefer
J W. Ott
Elkhart
M. M. Kauffman
Middlebury Township
Anna Nusbaum
Ligonier
G. W. Pollock
Three Rivers
Mich
Fred Henry
Urbana
Edith Speelman
Lake Brokesha
Harry Reiff
Clarence Gilbert
Sears Gardner
W. J. Armour
Anna Hope
Lee Warren
J. Landis
Garrett
Ora Hofer
Philip
J. A. Beane
W. C. Herr
Tom Foster
Louise Beane
Charles A. Horton
Mattie Becknell
Milford
I. J. Becknell
M. Hersig
David Plant
Covington
W. G
Henry Rigney
Toledo
EB. C. Kuhns
Mattie Eddy
Rome City
D. Eddy
J. P. Sanders
Fort Wayne
R. B. Kelly
California
Daniel Scott
Goshen
Elisha D. Irwin
Convention Next Week Delegates To Start Early
Delegates from Elkhart county head to the Indiana Democratic convention in Indianapolis next Wednesday and Thursday with a large turnout of spectators and politicians. The governor nomination dominates local interest, with Col Conn’s campaign receiving wide publicity and Trumpet Notes to accompany him. A special train funded by Fort Wayne and Twelfth district supporters for Thomas R Marshall is planned for a major demonstration. Republicans meet a week later in Indianapolis as friends push Congressman Watson for governor while Chas W Miller’s followers insist on their preferred candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart County
Indianapolis
Col. Conn
Indiana
Fort Wayne
Allen County
Thomas R. Marshall
Columbia City
Watson
Chas. W. Miller
Professor L M Culp Injured By Bat During Baseball Practice
Professor L M Culp, principal of Middlebury High School, was struck on the head by a batted ball while coaching yesterday evening. He remains confined to his room with injuries that hinder his ability to work, and doctors note a serious reflex stomach disturbance from the shock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. M. Culp
Middlebury High School
Rev Strickland to Speak on Trust Problems Tonight
Rev. Frederick G. Strickland will lecture in the council chamber this evening on the trust problem the unemployed question and why prosperity produces panics. The event is a single social concern and invites all residents, especially W C T U members and city pastors, to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick G. Strickland
Council Chamber
Strickland
Mrs Ella Cook Hosts Society Event in Elkhart
Mrs Ella Cook of 210 West Jackson Street Elkhart entertained in honor of Mrs R Websford who will soon leave for Stratford Texas to spend the summer. Mrs John Work of South Bend received honors in a guessing contest and Mrs Charles Cook of Goshen won second prize. Mr and Mrs Emory Ulrich entertained friends at their South Third Street home last evening with music as a feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ella Cook
West Jackson Street
Elkhart
R. Websford
Stratford
Texas
John Work
South Bend
Charles Cook
Goshen
Emory Ulrich
South Third Street
Spring Term Opens at College After Winter Session Ends
The winter term closed today and the spring term begins Tuesday. Registration starts at 9 am with the first chapel address by Rev. Neubauer of the Baptist church. Recitations start Wednesday at 8 am. Courses span departments with normal, harmony, and commercial study paths for regular or special students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neubauer
The
Baptist Church
Annual Men of the First M. E. K. Church Reception
The men of the First M. E. K. Church and Sunday School host their annual reception for all church and Sunday school ladies. It runs this evening from 7 30 to 10 o clock in the church parlors. The event, long established, is well attended and popular and occurs just before the pastor departs for the annual conference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. EK
Lawyer Sued Over Malicious Prosecution Claim in Court
In St Joseph circuit court, lawyer David De Decker is sued for alleged malicious prosecution. The complaint alleges De Decker filed a replevin suit in Justice John Kiteh's court for goods to which he was not entitled and he knew this when launching the action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David de Decker
St. Joseph
de Decker
John Kiteh
Freight Service Resumed Between Warsaw and Chicago
Through freight traffic has resumed on the Winont Interurban line and the Chicago South Bend Northern Indiana Railway and the Graham Morton boats between Warsaw and Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winont Interurban Railway
Chicago, South Bend & Northern Indiana Railway
Graham & Morlton Boats
Warsaw
Chicago
Twenty Years Ago Weather and Accident in Elkhart
Twenty years ago today according to Wm Twomey the thermometer registered 14 degrees below zero and 12 inches of snow lay on the ground. Dr W A Stauffer and Miss Gladys Davidson narrowly escaped injury when their buggy overturned in Elkhart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Twomey
W. A. Stauffer
Gladys Davidson
Elkhart
Sunday service rumor whirls around Winona Railway line
The Winona Railway may run Sunday cars from Goshen to Warsaw, a rumor attributed to credible sources. Dr. So C. Dickey calls Sunday service on the road an utter impossibility. Four employees plan to relocate families from Warsaw to Goshen for convenience along the line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winona Company
Winona Railway Company
Goshen
Warsaw
Liklihood
So C. Dickey
Death of Mrs Thumma at Wolf Lake
Mrs Thumma of Noble county died yesterday morning about 9 o clock at Wolf Lake after a severe stroke. She was 14 years old and had prior limb amputation due to gangrene. Funeral services will be Sunday with interment at Claypont. She was mother of May Thumma of Garrett and well known in Goshen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thummea
Wolf Lake
Noble County
Death of Ira Brouse in Wadsworth Ohio
Dr. M. K. Kreider reports the death of Ira Brouse who died yesterday in Wadsworth Ohio from a violent fit of laughter. The incident occurred after he burst into hearty laughter and collapsed instantly. Brouse was a familiar figure in Goshen and had visited Dr. Kreider several times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. K. Kreider
Ira Brouse
Wadsworth, O
Brouse
T O
Messrs. Kreiders
Goshen
Return to Their Homes After Custody Release
Earl Sigerfoose of Elkhart and Mrs. Lulu Scott of Warsaw were released from custody. The father of Sigerfoose went to Rochester to settle the matter. Mrs. Scott received funds and proceeded to Warsaw. Federal authorities will not prosecute. Sigerfoose returned to his wife in Elkhart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Sigerfoose
Elkhare
Lulu Scott
Warsaw
Sigerfoose
Rochester
N. Y
Changes in Syracuse Power Plant Leadership
John W. Kitson of Syracuse Water Power and Electric Light Co. was in the city today. The loss at the power house from the freshet has been repaired. Will Angel will succeed C. Gonderman as foreman at the power house and Frank Burlingham of Chicago will succeed F. L. Jones as electrician.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
John W. Kitson
Death of Goshen resident Jacob Deutsch aged 65
Jacob Yockey Deutsch, a long time Goshen resident, died this afternoon at his son William Deutsch’s home, 508 North Eighth street. He had been ill for a year. Three children survive, including the son at his home and two daughters in Detroit and Grand Rapids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob
Yockey) Deutsch
Goshen
Wiliam Deutsch
North
Eighth Street
Detroit
Grand Rapids
Mrs Boyd visits Goshen in her 88th year
Mrs Caroline Boyd, in her 88th year, visits relatives in Goshen and is described as able to walk two to three miles daily. She is sister to William Berkey of South Main Street and has many county friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroline Boyd
Goshen
William Berkey
South Main Street
J D Olivers Bond In Court For Five Hundred Thousand
The bond of Joseph D Oliver executor of the will of James Oliver was filed in the St Joseph circuit court for 500000 dollars and is among the largest bonds filed in the county. The record notes the biggest bond by an executor in St Joseph county was H M Kaufman executor of Clem Studebaker estate for 1200000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph D. Oliver
James Oliver
St Joseph Circuit Court
St. Joseph Circuit Court
St. Joseph County
H. M. Kauf- Man
Clem Studebaker
First Baptist News Wedding and Church Notes
Rev. Neubauer officiated at the wedding of F. G. Moon and Anna Johnson of South Bend at the parsonage. Sunday School enrollment nears seventy as Grace Grisimer hosts the choir on St. Patrick’s Day. Tenor Albert Mowers plans a farewell performance before returning to Pennsylvania. Offering will aid Baptist missionaries and families in non Christian lands. An evensong also supports this worldwide work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist News
Neubauer
F. G. Moon
Anna Johnson
South Bend
Grace Grisimer
St. Patrick’s Day
Albert Mowers
Pennsylvania
Tifts
Son of local family thrives in booming China
Thomas Keith, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Keith, who went to China as the Eastern importing company representative over a year ago, reports splendid success. He speaks the Mandarin dialect fluently and earns about $20,000 yearly. He says China attracts people nationwide as the boom continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Keith
A. E. Keith
China
Eastern
Keith
Two Reo Cars Sold By Noel Bros Yesterday
Noel Bros yesterday delivered two Reo cars. Charles McDonald of Goshen bought a 20 horsepower touring car and John Smith of near Middlebury purchased a 20 horsepower roadster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noel Bros
Charles McDonald
Goshen
John Smith
Middlebury
Funeral of Dr Jackson to be held Saturday
The funeral of Dr. A. C. Jackson will be held at the residence on South Fifth Street Saturday at 2 p m Rev Father Roland officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Jackson
A. C. Jackson
South Fifth Street
Father Roland
Special Supply of Fine Baked Goods and Hats for Children
A brief notice announces a special supply of fine baked goods from Danegler’s and a display of hats for children by Ide and Ada Berryman. The item reads as a concise ad or vendor notice likely from a local paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Ide
Ada Berryman
Early tax payments urged to ease rush
County treasurer prepares for tax season saying May first is final deadline and early payments lessen the end rush. Treasurer Croop notes receipts bound and ready, with both city and county taxes due at the county treasurer’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Croop
Millinery Opening Display In Elkhart
A fine line of tailored and dress hats will be shown starting Tuesday March 24 and continue through the season. Ida and Ada Berryman announce the display. Cyrus Seiler recovers slowly from a severe grip. his daughter Nellie Seiler has left a Chicago millinery post and returned home. W C T U meets Saturday March 21 at 2 30 PM in the public library assembly room with the Birth day of Neal Dow as the topic. An entertainment Friday evening supports the High School Athletic Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida
Ada Berryman
Elkhart
Cyrus Seiler
Nellie Seiler
Chicago
Stetson's Uncle Tom's Cabin Draws Big Crowds
Large audiences attended Stetson's Uncle Tom's Cabin at New Jefferson with the balcony and gallery sold out and the lower floor filled. The Eva child performer drew praise while Topsy's atypical appeal surprised audiences. Also noted are local ads and brief items on mail service between Fort Wayne and Garrett and a special train to the Marshall convention in Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stetson
New Jefferson
Uncle Tom's Cabin
Eva
Topsy
Local Grocer Ad Offers Fresh Produce and Deals
A cluttered advert lists fruits and vegetables including blackberries pineapples tomatoes peaches and oranges with prices and bundle offers. The note mentions fresh eggs butter and a line of citrus and greens, alongside a stray sign about a Texas exhibit car and home cleaning services in the Elkhart yard.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Robert Whaley
Muresco
Hawks Hardware Co
Orlando Hamilton
Aaron Hartzler
O. F
Goshen District
Epworth
Ed Shrock
Shreck
Cobb
John A. Bickel & Co
Miller, Drake & Hubbell
Whisler
J. Pennington
William H. Long
Miles Blake
Osolo
Jacob E. Kilgore
Andrew B. Davis
York Tp
Eugene Stutz
Alice Sturg
Samuel Tschupp
Henry Tschupp
Harrison Tp
Henry Tsehpp
Andrew Wise
D. D. Bechtel
Henry Tsehupp
Elkhart Really & Imp
Frank P. Martin
Louisa Gouker O
Q. D. Winegar
Yorkty
Charles C. Holdeman
Henry G. McKintis
Edward Shupert
Carl A. Shick
George W. Roth
Jackson
Dr. Vallette
Goshen Golf Club
Elva L. Miller
Cassopolis
Hazel Tallerday
Prof Culp
F. G. Strickland
Society News
Thumma
Jacob Deutsch
Plymouth
Ida and
Pr. J. A. Snapp
East Lincoln Ave
J. D. Oliver
High School Athletic Association
Lion Store
Dangler’s
M. Shookman & Son
Post Office Department
Los Angeles
Cal
Sunday Times
New York
Wm. Plummer
Leroy I. Plummer
Masury
N. Slee
Michigan City
Busse
Dangler's
Elkhart Yard
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