Samaritans Bankrupt as Receiver Takes Over
Charles W. Miller as attorney general of Indians appoints Elkhart County Lawn & Trust Company of Goshen as receiver for the Supreme Congress of the Modern Samaritans of the World. President Conn refuses further funding, assets valued under $100, with ongoing court actions and potential dissolution of the order.
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Conn
Charles W. Miller
Cuttotney General of
Elkhart County Lawn & Trust Company
Goshen
Supreme Congress of
Petition Circulation Seeks Tax Funding for Public Hospital
A circulating petition urges the council to vote $5,000 from the general fund for a proposed public hospital funded by taxation. J A Cook circulated the petition to city residents asking for signers. The council plans to address the measure at the next regular meeting next Monday evening. Some council members oppose the appropriation, others support it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Cook
Odd Coincidence In City In Illness Case
A peculiar coincidence emerged in a local illness case as the physician the patient and the nurse all shared the same name yet were unrelated and hailed from different states.
Clerks Union Plans Early Closings as City Turns Seventy Five
A large clerks union meeting in the Commercial Exchange rooms endorsed continuing store closings at 6 15 p m through summer, with April 1 as the expiration. Merchants and clerks will post hours, and Solarias remains open Mondays and Saturday evenings. The gathering also touched on a potential Guetam smoker event and praised employee and public support amid hardship. Also noted and dated is South Bend’s 75th birthday, March 25 1831, with memories of Navarre Street and Navarre Place, Navarre’s fur trade era, and early settlers Coquillard and Taylor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clerks
Aipore
South Bend
Alexis Coquillard
Lathrop M. Taylor
Pierre F. Navarre
American Fur Company
Mississippi River
South Ten
Navarre Street
Navarre Place
Coquillard Jocatdo
Tsou
American Fur Compan
David Dare
Lathrop Vasler
Tre
Port Wayne
Iso
Pentecostal Preacher Merril Boulton Returns to City
The Rev Merril EO Boulton preached at the First English hamberman church last night delivering an instructive discourse. He is a former member who studied for the ministry at a seminary in Chicago and has served churches in Goodhue and Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merril EO Boulton
Hamheran
Botthton
Dye
Chicaszea
Goodhue
Minti
Court Finds Facts in Family Litigation and Divorces
A court ruling outlines outcomes in a cluster of family cases. Fianna Myers of Harrison Town and Cyrus Myers faced disputes over property and debts including Kansas land at 5,600 dollars and an Elkhart county tract, with a mortgage and asset transfers. Several divorces were granted or continued, including Cotes, Counter, and Haines cases, while other civil matters and guardianships were noted with various sums and estate actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver Myers
Fianna Myers
Harrison Town
Cyrus Mivers
Fianna Domer
Kansas
Elkhart
Cerus Myers
Theo Deade
Elbhare
Dt Cyrus Myers
Ps Fitter Rm
Ateoe
Planntint
Petes Tolnae Polinger Dies at Home
Mortuary record notes Petes Tolnae Polinger died at his house south of Nappanes. He is survived by his wife and children. The obituary lists the family as the central mourners with a general note of cause unspecified.
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Polinger Petes Tolnae Pr
Geenerad Tebalits
Dle- Conscot Ds
Ama
Yepal Crown
Local ill health and injuries affect town residents
Samuel Butter of Waterford faces seven days of illness after a mashed finger. Anha Yoder of North Dakota fights a serious ear infection. A Kissinger of Middlebury Street has swelling and sore throat. George Gardner of North Fifth Street is bedridden with facial pain. L B Wripps suffers a severe rheumatic attack. John Heacock is confined to bed with a stomach illness. Ensien, a long time resident and former tram driver, is seriously ill in hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Butter
Waterford
Anha Yoder
North Dakota
Goshen Couege
Donald
A. Kissinger
Middlebury Street
George W. Gardner
North Fifth Street
L. Bo Wripps
John Heacocks
Hmess
Law
Ensien
Brown
Stiver & Smith's Grand Opening Draws Big Afternoon Crowd
Hundreds of shoppers enjoyed perfect weather for Stiver and Smith's grand opening. The newly decorated store hummed with visitors all afternoon as staff handed out souvenirs and praised the display. Music and a lively atmosphere drew continued attention for tonight's events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unis
Stiver & Smith
Nipreiay
Coestra
Brooklyn Libraries Restrict Twain Titles For Young Readers
Brooklyn public libraries place Mark Twain novels Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer on restricted list citing unfit content for children. Tom Sawyer reportedly damaged or destroyed in a home with contagious illness, while Huckleberry Finn remains available at the Go shen Public Library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn
Mishawaka Skater Allen Heads to Goshen Exhibition
Allen the Mishawaka champion skater arrives in Goshen for an exhibition of fancy skating at the Casino with a party of friends aboard a special interurban car Tuesday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Mishawaka
Will
Goshen
Ward and Bugby Couple Resume Life in New Homes
W. O A Ward previously in the drug trade with D. H. Hawks now resides in Eau Claire Michigan and recently wed Julia Bugby of Canton Ohio. The couple were childhood playmates. The Mishawaka Trust & Savings Co. invites deposits from all seeking to save money.
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W. O A. Ward
D. H. Hawks
Eau Claire, Mich
Julia Bugby
Canton, O
Mishawaka Trust & Savings Co
Beek Wins Land Sale in Beek vs Co Newell Case
Judgment on execution confirms sale of land in Osolo township to Albert P. D. Beek for 167.81 dollars. Albert Beek held the winning bid against Nathaniel Co Newell in the land auction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert DD. Beek
Nathaniel Co Newell
Osolo Township
Albert PD. Beek
Promoters Seek Fort Wayne Franchise for Local Electric One
The promoters of the South Bend Wakarusa Syracuse Wolf Lake electric line aim to secure a franchise in Fort Wayne. They pursue rights to build and operate the service, signaling expansion plans and potential rate considerations for residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Wood prices from L. J. Ait listing
A Lincoln seller L. J. Ait advertises fuel wood prices: 12 inch mill wood 75 cents, 16 inch mill wood 1.50, hard wood chunks 2, one-half cord 1, hard fine 2.76, soft fine 2, one cord 1. The brief notice outlines varying wood types and bundle sizes available for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. J. ‘Ait
Goshen City Line Extension Sought by Northern Indiana
Northern Indiana Railway plans an extension of Goshen's electric line to serve the southeast area. A committee visited South Bend. proposals include Lincoln avenue to Mights street Reynolds Street to the old fair ground and Fort Wayne road. Officials may visit Goshen to review the route, with final approval contingent on city council action and a one block loop via Lincoln avenue.
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Goshen City
Northern Indiana Railway Company
Goshen
South Bend
Mer. J. McM. Smith
Northern Indiana Company
Lincoln Avenue
Mights Street
Reynolds Street
Reynolds
Old Fairground
Fort Wayne Road
Winona Enterurban Railway Company
Warsaw
Ineuna Company
Traci Oon
Figath
Retves
Acti Voowe
Toap Poschee Nsepodpern Lndignia
Winona
Taiwan
Dto
Washington Street
Nouthern Indiana Company
Eighth
Council
Goshen Considers Lake Shore Big Four Union Depot Plan
Local talks center on using 12 acres north and east of the Lake Shore passenger station to create a union depot and move the freight depot to the present freight yard. Proponents say it would ease transfers, reduce Big Four tracks through town, and improve rail access near the interurban line. The idea draws interest from Goshen residents who favor a return to the former passenger depot site for greater convenience.
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Lake Shore
Big Four
Goshen
Conference backs citizens ticket in county races
A cross-party meeting of about twenty business men in Elkhart and surrounding towns discussed forming a citizens ticket to challenge the Republican organization in the county. Elkhart participants largely opposed the plan while Goshen and Nappanee–Wakarusa delegates spoke in favor, and no binding action was taken. The gathering aimed to gauge sentiment without committing to any specific plan.
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Elkhart
Citizens’ Movement
Nappanee News
Citizens
Nappanee
Wakarusa
Goshen
Elkaart
Seem
Nappanee Aund Wakarusa
Leo Taberski Arrested After Break-In Attempt in South Bend
Leo Taberski of South Bend, recently known for fleeing with a girl to Denver and returning with the girl’s corpse, is held on Mrs. Lulu Main’s complaint. While she and her 11 year old son were indoors, an intruder tried to enter the front door and bedroom window, prompting shots that warned him off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo Taberski
South Bend
Denver
Wysong Sued Over $500 Judgment Distribution
H C Wysong formerly of Goshen and Elkhart county is sued by the First National Bank at Albion for $500. He sold a 40 acre farm in Noble county months ago and after a mortgage with Strauss Ackerman Co for $2020 was released about $800 was placed in Albion bank. Plaintiffs seek pro rata distribution of the funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Wysong
Goshen
Elkhart County
First National Bank
Albion
Noble County
Ubo
Strauss, Ackerman & Co
Albion Bank
Prorata
Tariff Question on Brick Platform and Speech
The decision on whether to raise the tariff question in the Republican state platform and in Representative Abraham L. Brick’s keynote speech remains undecided. Brick’s stance and the platform’s wording are both potential points of contention as party leaders weigh emphasis for the upcoming convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abraham L
Brick
Coal famine hits Goshen before big strike begins
A coal shortage grips Goshen as Anthra cite chestnut coal cannot be bought here at present the supply is exhausted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Dodge on Brown Defends Collins in Embezzlement Case
Legal defender Jas 3 Dodge Jr of Elkhart contests Brown's accusations against Wilson J Collins, arguing the charges of embezzlement and default lack proof and noting possible peevishness in the long legal battle. He questions whether government notice would support the indictment counts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas
Dodge, Jr
Elkhart
Brown
Collins
Colles
City Medical Society Meeting on New Hospital Progress
The City Medical society met at Dr. D. L. Meller’s office with strong enthusiasm for the new hospital. Finance progress was reported as substantial, with several wealthy citizens pledging liberal contributions. a donors list will be published later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
City Medical Society
D. L. Meller
Liberal Sims
W. C. T U Holds Neal Dow Meeting at Cosbey Home
The W C T U met at Mrs H Cosbeys home with large enthusiastic attendance. A Neal Dow life sketch was read. The group praised city council in enforcing laws and urged swift action against robbers of youths character. A memorial service was held for late sister Mrs A P Daub.
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A. P. Daub
Woc. T. Ul
Tsys
Sousa Meets Bassist Kline After Bane Concert
S. W. Kline of Rogers & Wilson music store chatted with the renowned bandmaster Sousa yesterday afternoon at the Jefferson venue. Kline, who played bass with Sousa in 1892, recalls a long friendship with the conductor.
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Bane
Jefferson
S. W. Kline
Rogers & Wilson Music Store
Sousa
Kline
Paroled Desperado Works in Kendallville Factory
Marvin Kuhnus, a paroled desperado, is employed in a Kendallville factory. A counterfeit Kuhns obtained financial aid and admission to a Fort Wayne hospital by presenting a heart wrenching tale.
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Marvin Kuhnus
Kendallville
Kuhns
Fort Wayne
Big Four officials issue orders on passenger frame bulletined
Four major officials have issued directives concerning passenger car frames and related bulletins, outlining new safety standards and inspection protocols to be implemented across rail operations. The measures aim to tighten compliance and improve service reliability.
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Big Four
Household goods for sale at your own price
Cheap furniture sale includes dining chairs tables parlor pieces bedsteads gasoline stoves rocking chairs cot steam bath cabinet and more Inspect at 108 South Seventh Street just south of La France Home corner of Lincoln Avenue and Seventh Street od lw
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South Seventh Street
la France
Lincoln Avenue
Seventh Street
Attorney General Miller Comments On Fishing In State
Miller states that if fishing with hook and line is allowed in all streams and ponds the legislature may not intend to exclude lakes of similar size. He adds the note as courtesy, not an official opinion.
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Miller
Linvill Sues For Divorce in Columbia City
Walter Hayes Linvill files suit for divorce from Myrtle A Linvill alleging desertion. The couple, formerly Myrtle Letherman, lived in Nappanee and Milford and married at Warsaw in April 1899. Desertion alleged on February 14, 1900. Mrs Linvill was previously arrested for stealing silk in an Elkhart store.
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Walter Hayes Linvill
Columbia City
Myrtle A. Linvill
Myrtle Letherman
Nappanee
Milford
Warsaw
Linvill
Elkhart
South Bend Hive to Host Lady Maccabees in Interurban Night
South Bend Hive of L O T M will entertain the Lady Maccabees from four interurban cities tomorrow night. A number of local ladies will attend. Saturday evening the hive will initiate a class of 12 candidates and all members are urged to attend. The wife of James W. Roberts, a one armed Warsaw drayman, has deserted him.
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South Bend
James W. Roberts
Drunken Elkhart Drayman Rescued From Laudanum Poison
Ace Miller of Elkhart quarreled with his wife and nearly swallowed all of a laudanum vial when she screamed and spilled most of the contents. Miller ingested some poison but survived. Mrs John Ulrich, a well known Elkhart woman, died Wednesday afternoon after a season of illness. she leaves a husband and two daughters.
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Ace Miller
Miller
John Ulrich
Dse
Elkhart
Wrecks Rise Despite Modernized Rail Systems
A Lake Shore official in La Porte notes more railroad wrecks today than in the past, despite double tracking and improved facilities. He cites increased train traffic and higher costs, arguing wreck frequency remains tied to the era’s larger lines and expanded networks.
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Lake Shore
la Porte
Waen Besan
Teofhe Ier
Browand's Friends Active After Local Postmaster Vote
Rendalmille election results show C Browand declared postmaster with 24 votes while rival Alex anter and Gilbert-backed figures contest the outcome. Alexander appointed. Knute and others seek reconsideration as Browand faces ongoing political pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Work Rimmet
Rendalmille
Postoffes Department
Washington
Big Haz Fatt
Balfots
Browanl
Browand Soot
Meeting of Northern Indiana independents on April 4
WJ Moellering president of Indiana Independent Telephone Association urges action at a Fort Wayne meeting in the Commercial club rooms to sever all ties with Bell lines. The gathering aims to organize independent companies and push for separation from Bell-affiliated networks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WJ. Moellering
Airstance
Indiana Independent Telephone Association
Fort Warne
Bell Lines
Presented Elkhart Remonstrance to restrict immigration
Senator Hemenway presented a petition of A. G. Amsden lodge of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen of Elkhart on November 2 asking for legislation to restrict immigration a memorial of the Indiana Retail Merchants' association remonstrating against the parcels post bill and urging a one cent postage rate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hemenway
A. G. Amsden
Theodore Roosevelt Yet To Be Launched At Indiana Yard
The steamer Theodore Roosevelt nears completion at the Taledy Shipbuilding company yard and will be launched Saturday. Miss Genevieve Mott of Chicago, daughter of director John G. Mott, will christen the new boat amid notable ceremony.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Taledy Shipbuilding Company
Genevieve Mott
Chicago
John G. Mott
Indiana Transportation Company
Kalamazoo Road Plan Sparks Promoter Discontent
The electric rail project from Elkhart and South Bend toward Kalamazoo is not assured as promoters voice displeasure with Kalamazoo's reception. The option to abandon the Wiecksboro survey and reroute to Battle Creek is being considered.
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Elkhart
South Bend
Kalamazoo
Wiecksboro
Battle Creek
New Order in Elkhart Affects Mail Routes
In Elkhart post office clerks are told not to collect mail for residents along several routes. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs C Murphy of North Main Street last night.
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Percy Cotes
Elk Far Mi
Cotes
Opesame
Mahel Pina
Agron Ro Counter
Counter
Elkhart
Othe
Tsane
Howard
Haines
Esterday
Lenna Haines
5. C. Murphy
North Main Etreet List Night
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