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Goshen Daily Democrat

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Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1917

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President Wilson Hopes Quick House Organization

President Wilson hopes the national house will rush its organization when it meets in a special session to avoid delays and allow him to address the war situation before a joint session of the senate and house. Administration leaders seek a temporary setup to permit the president to speak Tuesday or Wednesday amid public opposition to a long fight over the speakership and patronage.

Washington Mar Wilson National House Senate House

Indiana law delays township road supervisor abolition

An official statement notes that the act abolishing township road supervisors and transferring duties to township trustees does not take effect until January 1, 1918. Many trustees and others reportedly misunderstand the effective date and are unclear about the law.

Indiana

Red Cross Meeting Seeks New Leader Tonight

A local Red Cross society meeting is set for 7 PM at the public library auditorium. Mrs Gertrude Winnedge has resigned as president and a successor will be elected. Miss Bernice Gardner notes many new members have joined recently.

Red Cross Red Cross Society Gertrude Winnedge Bernice Gardner

Judge orders arcade removal over Irwin theatre block

Judge F E Baker announced this afternoon that the arcade over the alley in the Irwin theatre block will be removed. The right to the second floor over the Baker Mitchell room occupied by Spullman and Zimmerly leather goods store will be sold to the judge's mother and Mrs Mitchell owners of the site. A bowling alley is likely to be built over the H F Widder rooms.

F. E. Baker Irwin Theatre Baker-Mitchell Spullman & Zimmerly John H. Baker

Died Suddenly New York Central Engineer George Hunter Dies

Elkhart resident and New York Central engineer George Hunter died at his sister Mrs. Harry Drurey home in Toledo after an attack of acute indigestion and heart trouble while preparing to return to Elkhart on his regular run Sunday morning.

New York Central George Hunter Elkhart Harry Drurey Toledo

Sanitary School in Middlebury Ships Too Smallpox Risk

Several cases of smallpox in Middlebury township lead to the Sanitary school two miles east of Middlebury being suspended for the year.

Middlebury Township Middlebury

Resignation of Local Agent at Interurban Co

Earl Evans Stutsmann has resigned as local agent for the C. S. B. N. I. Interurban Co to take a job with Beyer Bros poultry concern.

Earl Evans-Stutsmann C. 8 S. B. & N. I. Interurban Co Beyer Bros

Mrs Lizzie Crost Dies in Chicago After Illness

Mrs Lizzie Crost died at her Chicago home following an apoplexy attack. She was a sister of Herman Winer of Elkhart.

Chicago Lizzie Crost Herman Winer Elkhart

Wheat Price at Two Dollars a Bushel Market Note

Local market report notes wheat priced at two dollars per bushel with Columbia City listed as a buying area and a per bushel payment mentioned for farmers delivering grain.

Columbia City Pet

Bryan urges senate to suspend submarine campaign

Bryan urges Congress to adopt the Bryan peace plan calling for an international tribunal inquiry of disputes before war. He proposes a referendum to secure the people's wishes if war is deemed necessary to preserve national honor.

Miami Fla William J. Bryan United States Senate House of Representatives Bryan Congress

British Bark Neath Torpedoed Near Fastnet, 2 Americans Safe

Washington reports the British bark Neath was torpedoed without warning at 8:45 a m Tuesday, 28 miles southeast of Fastnet. Consul at Queenstown said two Americans aboard, Clarence Bloom of San Francisco and Peter Webster of Pensacola, survived without injury along with the entire crew.

Washington Fastnet State Department Queenstown Clarence Bloom San Francisco Peter Webster Pensacola Fla

Japanese Warship Sunk by German Raider in Pacific

A Tokio dispatch reports a Japanese warship was sunk by a German sea raider in the Southern Pacific. Names of the vessels are not disclosed.

Vancouver B. C Tokio Pacific

Death of Zuelch Justus at Elkhart Home

Zuelch Justus, age 1, died at the home of his daughter Mrs. Charles Trueschel, west of Elkhart, after a one week illness with trip and complications. Born in Germany, he came to America in 1871. Survived by two daughters and four sons.

Elkhart Contractor Arrested Over Remodeling Dispute

John C. Yost an Elkhart contractor is under arrest on assault and battery charges filed by architect R L Simmons. Simmons had prepared remodeling plans for a Vistula street building and Yost was carrying out the work. In a quarrel Yost ejected Simmons from the structure and broke his eyeglasses.

John C. Yost Elkhart R. L. Simmons Simmons Vistula Street Mr. Yost Yost

William H Arms veteran of 24th Michigan dies in Cass county

William H Arms aged 67, a veteran of the war of the rebellion and member of the 24th Michigan infantry, died at his daughter Mrs Edward Bates home in Cass county Michigan. He is survived by his wife five grandchildren 47 great grandchildren and a brother. The body will be interred at Elkhart.

William H. Arms Edward Bates Cass County Mich 24Th Michigan Infantry Elkhart

Auto trip ends in Nappanee after 4000 mile southern tour

Samuel Clery, his nephew William Clery, and Richard Arnott with his two sons return to Nappanee after a 100 day journey covering over 4000 miles through the south. They crossed Florida five times and Georgia and Indiana twice, and witnessed President Wilson's inauguration in Washington.

Samuel Clery William Clery Richard Arnott Nappanee South Florida Georgia Indiana Washington Wilson

Woman Nominated for Mayor by Wabashi Socialists

Mrs. Josephine Hipskind has been placed as mayoral candidate by Wabashi socialists. Goshen socialists are mentioned as naming a woman for mayor here. Former Ontario circuit judge nominee Mrs. Daisy Mosier, from Lagrange county, now teaches near Stroh.

Josephine Hipskind Goshen Daisy Mosier Ontario Lagrange County Stroh

Petition filed for Leesburg south ward highway

In Koscinské county a petition seeks a brick or concrete highway extending three miles from Leesburg south ward Mor read as second filing amid remonstrances.

Koscinské County Leesburg

Stroke of Paralysis Hits East Madison Grocer

Frank B. Hoffman, a well known East Madison Street grocer, suffered a slight stroke at his home last evening. His condition is somewhat improved today.

Frank B. Hoffman Madison Street

Elkhart Gas Co To Spend About 42000 On Improvements

The Elkhart Gas Co will invest roughly $42,000 to upgrade plant facilities. The planned improvements aim to enhance capacity, efficiency, and safety at the gas production and distribution site.

Elkhart Gas Co

Peach Crop Hard Hit by Cold February Weather

Cold February weather damaged Indiana peach crops killing many buds. The report notes significant loss across orchards and warns of potential reduced yields for the season. Local growers assess impact and seek guidance on recovery steps.

Indiana

Germans entrenched as allies push on Jerusalem

British and French troops advance along the front with Germans entrenched. In Palestine British forces close in on Jerusalem. A Turkish force of 20,000 is defeated, with more than 900 Turks captured.

London Palestine Jerusalem

Decree Suspends Constitutional Guarantees in Spain

Reuters dispatch from Madrid reports the Official Gazette published a decree suspending constitutional guarantees across all provinces, with calls for sedition appealing to the public.

London Madrid Spain Reuter

Marriage of Richard J. Chester Jr and Miss Mar greate G Graham

Society notices report the marriage of Richard J. Chester Jr and Miss Mar greate G Graham of Elkhart performed March 28 in Elkhart. After April 6 they reside at 146 East Marion Street Elkhart. The Auction Club was hosted by Miss Lavon Silver on South Fifth Street and Mr and Mrs I O Wood hosted a six o clock dinner at the Alderman.

Richard J. Chester, Jr Margreate G. Graham Elkhart Chester East Marion Street Lavon Silver South Fifth Street Mrs. I. O. Wood

Examination results show top pass list and eight-month schools

Ninety nine of one forty two students passed the eighth grade exams conducted by County Superintendent A E Weaver. Among those scoring 90 or above are Ethel Thomas York township Elsie Garck Aaron VY Tyson Ethel Hoover Harrison township Ezra Hoover instructor Eldon Miller Union township WH Fredericks instructor Harold Hershberger Joyce Green Rith Dover and Willard Quinn of Millersburg. Schools with eight months sessions will be examined Saturday April 21.

A. E. Weaver Ethel Thomas York Township Elsie Garck Aaron VY Tyson Ethel Hoover Harrison Township Ezra Hoover Eldon Miller Union Township WH. W. Fredericks Harold Hershberger Joyce Green Rith Dover Willard Quinn Millersburg

Slabaugh Buys Scott Residence at 118 West Pike Street

Harold Slabaugh purchased the residence of John F. Scott at 118 West Pike Street for 3000 dollars and will occupy it soon moving from 119 West Clinton Street. Mr and Mrs C J Swart bought the Mrs W H Hawks property formerly occupied by the Slabaughs.

Harold Slabaugh John F. Scott West Pike Street West Clinton Street C. J. Swart W. H. Hawks Slabaugh

Bowers Joins Fort Wayne Journal Gazette Staff

Claude G. Bowers, longtime private secretary to former Senator John W. Kern, accepts a staff position at the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette. He succeeds Harry M. Williams, who moves to the Fort Wayne Sentinel.

Claude G. Bowers John W. Kern United States Fort Wayne Journal Gazette Harry M. Williams Fort Wayne Sentinel

Mrs Mildred Fay to Return as Lukhart Police Matron

Mrs Mildred Fay, Lukhart police matron, off duty since last October due to illness, plans to return from Chicago next Saturday and resumes her duties on April 1.

Mildred Fay Lukhart Ilness Chicago

Child suffers fracture after slip at Goshen Milling Co

Carl Maynard Vance seven years old son of Mr and Mrs Maynard Vance of 211 West Jefferson street slipped at the Goshen Milling Co plant and fractured his left leg.

Carl Maynard Vance West Jefferson Street Goshen Milling Co

Marriage of Cherokee Woman in Monroe

Bessie Johnson, 18, of Elkhart, wed Monroe in a ceremony to Dr Thomas Greyhound, 28, a full blooded Cherokee. The bride is not well known in Elkhart.

Bessie Johnson Elkhart Monroe, Mich Thomas Greyhound

Final arguments in Currier suit heard today

Final arguments in the Currier versus Chicago Housewrecking Company et al $50,000 damage suit were heard today as the jury retired at 2 40 this afternoon seeking instructions and awaiting verdict in the case involving property damage claims and corporate liability.

Currier

Rendering Plant To Be Erected At Fort Wayne

A $35,000 rendering plant will be erected in Fort Wayne as part of a plan to dispose of garbage.

Fort Wayne

Kosciusko County Purchases Four Flags for Courthouse

The Kosciusko County commissioners bought four large flags for use on the Warsaw courthouse property. The purchase details emphasize official display and civic symbolism in county government.

Kosciusko County Warsaw

Gov Goodrich to speak at Kendallville on April 6

Governor Goodrich will address farmers and business men in Kendallville on Friday April 6. The event targets local agricultural and commercial interests, aiming to discuss issues relevant to rural economies and business development.

Kendallville Goodrich

Columbia City Plans $40,000 Bond Issue Float

Columbia City authorities announce plans to float a bond issue totaling 40 000 dollars to fund public works. The move aims to secure needed capital for infrastructure projects and improve local services.

Columbia City

No Meeting Notice and Mooseheart Legion Update

No meeting for Mooseheart Legion tonight. John Helminger, formerly of Milford, is located at Weston Wyoming.

John Helminger Milford Weston Wyo

Restraining Order Issued Against Indiana Oil Inspector

A restraining order was issued in Indianapolis targeting an Indiana oil inspection official. The proceedings specify action against the inspector and enforce temporary compliance measures as ordered by the court. Further details on parties or dates were not provided in readable text.

Indiana Oil Inspection

Oil Inspection Row Shuts Deputy Inspectors In Indiana

Indianapolis, Mar 29. A federal court injunction blocks enforcement of the Indiana oil inspection law, prompting state oil inspector Carl H. Mote to resign after winding up office. Sixty two deputies and clerks are affected as inspectors lose pay and the state faces a revenue loss of about 125000 yearly. Horace H. Mosier of Bristol had been named deputy inspector for the district to succeed Fred Palmer.

Indianapolis Indiana Carl H. Mote John O. Behymer Tipton Mr. Mote Ordre Horace H. Mosier Bristol The Bristol Banner Republican County Central Committee Fred Palmer Elkhart Truth

Appeal for Aid to New Albany Tornado Victims

Goshen citizens urged to donate cash to Red Cross for New Albany disaster relief after a tornado. About 40 dead, over 100 injured, 2,500 homes ruined, and $1,000,000 in losses. Donations at D. H. Hawks and Rexall drug stores requested, mayor Samuel F. Spohn notes.

New Albany Goshen Red Cross D. H. Hawks Rexall Harry Bickel Samuel F. Spohn Ind

Nappanee Lighting Plant Sold to Local Utilities Firm

The Nappanee lighting and water works were sold by the town board to Nappanee Utilities company for 50000. Hubert Weys offered 45000. G A Harrop of South Bend bid in and deposited 2500. Directors will include John Hartman and Dr Willard Price, with a third named by the town board. Improvements estimated at 15000 to 16000 will be financed by the new entity, reducing indebtedness to about 12000.

Nappanee Comny Electric Light and Water Works Town Board Nappanee Utilities Company Hubert Weysand G. A. Harrop South Bend John Hartman Willard Price Planta

Northern Indiana Deaths Summary

George Weiss 82 died in Bremen. brother of Philip Weiss of Nappanee. Noah D. Bauserman 39 died of sugar diabetes in Decatur. Theodore Kiep Fort Wayne fireman died of double pneumonia. Joseph S. Reeder 60 died at Kosciusko county poor farm. Mrs. Sadie E. Greenland 70 died at daughter’s home in Roanoke Va.. mother of Samuel W. and J. Allen Greenland of Fort Wayne, tied to Fort Wayne and Northern Indiana Traction Co. Joseph Shultz 75 died near Brushy Prairie Lagrange County of pneumonia. Mrs. S. M. Braden died at her Lindenier home of internal cancer. husband survives. Washington Pinkerton 65 died near Milford. operated on for appendicitis two years ago and never fully recovered. wife, one son and five brothers survive.

George Weiss Bremen Philip Weiss Nappanee Noah D. Bauserman Decatur Theodore Kiep Fort Wayne Joseph S. Reeder Kosciusko County Sadie E. Greenland Samuel W. Greenland J. Allen Greenland Joseph Shultz Brushy Prairié Lagrange County S. M. Braden Ligonier Washington Pinkerton Milford

Detroit Youth Found Guilty in Brass Theft Case

Ralph Stafford aged about 24, son of Mr and Mrs James Stafford of West Goshen, guilty in Detroit Michigan of stealing brass valued at about 250 from Eclipse Mfg Co. theft occurred last year. He was sentenced to 3 to 15 years in the penitentiary after escape during arrest at National Dairy Machine Co plant. later captured in Chicago. Mrs Stafford now in Detroit.

Ralph Stafford James Stafford West Goshen Detroit Mich Eclipse Mfg. Co Young Stafford Marshal Chrisman National Dairy Machine Co Chicago Stafford

Garden Work Resumed Under Prof Duker at School

Garden work resumes under Prof. C. H. Duker with 275 home gardens last year and strong results. This year aims to develop more gardens. Duker, an experienced agriculturalist from a farm near New Paris, inspires effort. Goshen businessmen offer prizes to top kept gardens to boost student interest.

C. H. Duker Duker New Paris Goshen

Fire Hits Studebaker Spring Factory in South Bend

A midnight blaze at the Studebaker spring factory in South Bend threatened the building and caused losses likely in the thousands. The fire started when a derrick broke, dropping about a ton of steel into the salting bath as the plant operated with about 50 workers on site.

Studebaker So. Bend

Gypsies Pass Through On Return From Elkhart

A band of gypsies traveling in three wagons passed through here today coming from Elkhart. The city reported no motor trucks in use recently.

Elkhart

Farmers claim fraud by Kewanna creamery head E A Smith

Farmers near Winamac allege losses of 2100 dollars to E A Smith head of the Kewanna creamery. Authorities have moved to arrest him.

Winamac E. A. Smith Kewanna

Joint Will Probate and Probate Court Actions

The joint will of Joel and Christena Strongquist of Elkhart was probated, dated September 7, 1908, witnessed by Augusta Vesper and Charles Rankin. Various probate orders follow, including guardianship changes, bonds, inventories, and minor- or infirm-heir settlements, with wage-scale increases for the Winona Interurban Railway line. Nearby suits include Levison Electric Co. versus Luther J. Levison over magneto patents.

Joel Christena M. Strongquist Elkhart Augusta Vesper Charles Rankin Strongquist Levison Electric Co J. B. Fitch M. E. Crow A. H. Beardsley J. A. Bell Luther J. Levison Harman First Trust & Savings Bank Wm. L. Nutting W. S. Carter Cass County Emil K. Bossett Winona Interurban Railway Company Winona Magdalene Zimmerman Reuben N. Zimmerman Levi A. Ressler Mr. Ressler Joel S. Weaver Perry Bunger Bertha F. Bunger Albert Carr Lou W. Vail John W. McGarity Susan Myers John W. Wollam Robert G. McElmon American Surety Co New York Title & Guaranty Co Scranton Aaron S. Zook Admr Louisa Dunning Christian P. Yoder Salinfa Berkey Eugene O. Davis David G. Lehman Theda Clark-Peters William C. Peters Carrie F. Clark Charles B. Clark Vernon H Bion J. Krider Letticia A. Krider

Local social notes from South Bend visit

Miss Ruth Hager spent the day in South Bend. Miss Beulah Alford is here from So Bend to remain several days. Mrs. H. M. Wise of Toledo visits her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Rothrock. Mrs. John Keehley left for Utica N Y amid Rev Keehley sister's death. Mr. and Mrs. Haines Egbert and Dr. and Mrs. Wm. O. Vallette will return from Hot Springs Ark Sunday evening. Dr. Vallette reports 78 degrees in the shade there.

Ruth Hager South Bend Beulah Alford So. Bend H. M. Wise Toledo Albert Rothrock John Keehley Utica N. Y Keehley Haines Egbert Wm. O. Vallette Hot Springs Ark

Fire destroys two story hall at Matthews Indiana

A fire completely destroyed the Masonic hall a two story brick structure housing William Reeves and two adjoining houses at Matthews Indiana. Three other houses suffered damage in the blaze.

Masonic Hall William Reeves Matthews Ind

Last word in a Coal and Gas Range at L E Michael Hardware

Read page 71 of this week’s Saturday Evening Post and then visit L E Michael Hardware to see the latest Combination Coal and Gas Range. The ad promises the newest model to enhance kitchen work and efficiency with a demonstration and sale option.

Saturday Evening Post L. E. Michael Hardware

Warsaw to Host Fair for Soldier Boys Benefit

Warsaw plans a community fair to raise funds for soldiers. Local volunteers organize events, attractions, and raffles to support servicemen and veterans, with proceeds benefiting the soldier boys program and related aid efforts.

Warsaw

Democrats and Republicans Near Agreement On Convention Delegates

Democrats and Republicans are edging toward a compromise on rules for binding or selecting delegates to the constitutional convention. Key figures from both parties signal willingness to resolve scheduling and proportional representation issues, aiming to avert a deadlock.

Parties Seek Best Men for Delegates at Large

Indianapolis Mar 29 The Democratic and Republican state committees launched a joint effort to nominate the most capable men for delegates at large to the constitutional convention. Prominent figures including former Senators Taggart Kern Vice President Marshall and Governor Goodrich discussed cooperation. The GOP committee plans a meeting soon and will call editors to discuss party cooperation.

Indianapolis Democrats Democratic State Committee Thomas Taggart J. W. Kern Marshall J. A. M. Adair Will H. Hays Republican State Committee Hays Sons, New Aied Watson Gov. Goodrich

Pleasant Ridge Band to Hold Two-Show Concert

The Pleasant Ridge Band will present two concerts at the Corneil school house on Saturday evening March 31 with speaking dialogues and amusements. A ten cent admission will be charged at the door due to high living costs, though the entertainment is worth 25 cents. Come and support the band.

Pleasant Ridge Corneil School House

Parent-Teacher Club Meeting at Chamberlain School

The Parent-Teacher club of Chamberlain school will meet Friday afternoon March 30 at 3 30. Miss Grace Galentine will talk to the mothers. Mrs Robert Kelly will sing. Further arrangements for the program have not been completed. Everyone is invited to attend.

Chamberlain School Grace Galentine Robert Kelly

Mrs Sears Dies in La Grange Leaving $25,000 Estate

Mrs Sarah Sears died at La Grange recently leaving an estate valued at 25000 dollars. Samuel Musser is executor and has filed a bond of 35600 dollars.

Sarah Sears Lagrange Samuel Musser

Car Derailed Near Yellow Creek Delays Traffic

A 4:30 interurban car on the C. S. B. & N. line derailed west of Goshen yesterday afternoon at Yellow Creek. Traffic was delayed over two hours. No injuries were reported and the car sustained only slight damage.

Goshen Yellow Creek

Eddie Jackson Joins John Robinson Ten Big Shows

Eddie Jackson of this city signs to perform 24 hour and press work with the John Robinson Ten Big Shows. The season opens in Macon, Georgia, on Tuesday, April 17.

Eddie Jackson Americus John Robinson Macon

Western Union Negotiating for Lincoln Ave Block Room

The Western Union Telegraph Co seeks space in the Laura A Kindig block on East Lincoln Avenue. The target room was vacated recently by the Frank Rimpler fruit store.

The Western Union Telegraph Co Laura A. Kindig Lincoln Avenue Frank Rimpler

Circus to Exhibit in Goshen This Season

Circus coming to Goshen as Hagenbeck Wallace, wintering at West Baden Indiana, will display early this season. It last visited in 1915.

Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus West Baden Ind Mitchell Goshen

Kelly Garage Sells Ford To A Schrock Of Goshen

The Kelly Garage sold a new Ford to A Schrock of Goshen, confirming a local vehicle sale and identifying the buyer and dealership involved.

Kelly A. Schrock Goshen

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