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Goshen Daily Democrat

Location

Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1909

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Stolen rig found after Elkhart chase near Goshen College

A horse, buggy and harness valued at 150 dollars stolen from Gray Burtsfield’s barn near New Paris were recovered in Elkhart’s Allendale area. Sheriff Ziesel identified the rig after a statewide search, with a stray horse later taken to a south Elkhart stable. Burtsfield reclaimed the property and the case shifted to the sheriff’s office.

Gray Burtsfield Butler Farm New Paris Elkhart Allendale Buttsfield Goshen College Sheriff's Office Burtsfield Ziesel

U S Wins Out Over Interurban Lines Change

J J Crowe of U S Express Co plans take over all interurban lines north of Indianapolis totaling 645 miles. Traction assets include Terre Haute Indiana and Eastern Indianapolis and Northwestern Ohio Indiana Union Traction and Merger lines of Ohio. WV S will run 300 miles Terre Haute to Zanesville Ohio.

J. J. Crowe U.S. Express Co Indianapolis Terre Haute Indiana Ohio Indiana Union Traction Co WV. S Terre Haute Zanesville

Rev Father Laurence Vaughan Dies Shakespearean Scholar

Rev Father Laurence J Vaughan renowned Shakespearean scholar dramatist and chautauqua lecturer died at Dubuquela He spoke at Elkhart’s first chautauqua and his play A Woman of the West was staged here last New Year’s night 2nd

Vaughan Laurence J. Vaughan Dubuquela Elkhart Mr. Vaughan

Perjury Charges Linked to Whisler Affair in Oberholser Case

An affidavit by George Oberholser a North Manchester teamster circulated to injure the reputation of David Whisler forms the basis for perjury charges against Oberholser Whisler. The case centers on a claim for five hundred dollars and the alleged defaming document.

George Overholser North Manchester David Whisler Oberholser Whisler

To Open Grocery by Next Monday in Town

George S. Smith, who closed his saloon last night due to the recent option election, has ordered a stock of groceries and expects to be open by next Monday. John Sutherlin will remain with Mr Smith as clerk.

George S. Smith John Sutherlin Mr. Smith

Local Clergyman Married Nearby Couple in South Bend

Rev. Mager officiated the marriage of Mrs. Essa Nelson and Clarence Cummins, both residents of South Bend. Mrs. Nelson had recently divorced her husband in Elkhart. Mae Nelson, formerly married to the same man, now lives in White Pigeon.

Mager M. J. Mager Essa Nelson Clarence Cummins South Bend Nelson Elkhart Mae Nelson White Pigeon

Death of Miss Mabel Gilliam at Niles Sun editor’s sister

Miss Mabel Gilliam died in the Niles hospital after arriving from Oakland California a few weeks ago following a serious surgical operation. She was sister of Editor J. E. Gilliam of the Niles Sun and is survived by two brothers.

Mabel Gilliam J. E. Gilliam The Niles Sun Niles Hospital Oakland Cal

Suit Seeks $1,000 Damages Over Leased Land

William H. Guy files in Kosciusko circuit court against David S. Welsh and John H. Hepler seeking damages of 1000 dollars in a dispute over leased land.

William H. Guy Kosciusko David S. Welsh John H. Hepler

New Game Warden for Lake Wawasee Selected

Rolla Bowser longtime deputy game warden at Lake Wawasee is succeeded by a man from Wabash as the new game warden, reflecting a regional succession in wildlife oversight.

Rolla Bowser Lake Wawasee

Mishawaka Public Building Bill Introduced in Congress

Congressman Barnhart introduces a bill in Congress proposing a public building in Mishawaka. The move signals potential federal support for local infrastructure with Barnhart’s office citing community needs.

Mishawaka Barnhart

Fort Wayne Woman Confesses to Theft and Arson

Margaret Schweninger, 26, confessed to thefts and arson when arrested in Fort Wayne. The case details indicate she admitted involvement in multiple crimes, with authorities outlining the sequence of events and charges expected to follow.

Fort Wayne Margaret Schweninger

Opinion Delays Saloon License Refunds in County Funds

Attorney General Bingham rules refunds for unexpired liquor license fees must come from the county general fund not the common tuition fund. Aley advised counties to refund saloon license rebates only after county council appropriation. Fayette County auditors sought guidance. Elkhart council did not appropriate, prompting a special session to cover rebates for saloons shut under county option.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Robert J. Aley Bingham Fayette County Aley Elkhart

Van Horn v Lake Shore Railway jury finds for defendant

In the case Garland Van Horn by his next friend David Van Horn versus the Lake Shore Railway Co. the jury awarded no damages to the plaintiff and found for the defendant. Young Van Horn injured near the Lake Shore round house on March 20 last year losing four fingers. Trial held in the Superior court.

Garland van Horn David van Horn Lake Shore Railway Company Young van Horn Lake Shore Round House

Miss Grace Crowell Hosts Linen Shower for Pearl Davis

Miss Grace Crowell entertained at her South Seventh Street home with a linen shower honoring her cousin Miss Pearl Davis who will wed Calvin Rummel next month. Pearls and gifts were exchanged as plans for the coming marriage were discussed in a cordial social gathering.

Grace Crowell South Sevrenth Street Miss Pearl Davis Miss Davis Calvin Rummel

Women raise funds with penny-a-day plan for church

The Aid Society of Elkhart Presbyterian church plans a year long fund drive. Fifty two members will save one cent each day for the entire year and seek support from seven of their friends inside or outside the church to aid the denomination’s church building drives and finances.

Women of the Aid Society The Elkhart Presbyterian Church

Alleged Thief Arrested in Rail Car Pocketbook Theft

John Gravoline of Wateska Illinois is charged with stealing a pocketbook containing 400 dollars from a woman on a C and E I railway train near Danville Illinois. He eluded Chicago officers and would have escaped to Canada but for a stop at Valparaiso to visit an old sweetheart, where he was arrested.

John Graveline Wateska Ill Danville Chicago Canada Valparaiso

Bell Involves in Street Fight at Valeyro Cal

Theodore Bell, who spoke here last fall, got into a street fight with W D Pennycook, editor of the Valleyro Evening Chronicle, at Valleyro California. The Chronicle had published an article criticizing Bell's conduct in an important suit.

Bell Theodore Bell Valeyro Cal W. D. Pennycook Valleyro Evening Chronicle Chronicle Bells

Railroad to End Mileage Book Issuance

Railroad officials were informed that the Central Passenger Association will soon discontinue issuing mileage books valid on multiple member roads. The association covers territory from St. Louis to Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Cincinnati, and the change affects travelers relying on the books for travel across these grids.

Central Passenger Association St. Louis Buffalo Pittsburg Chicago Cincinnati

Haney Deserted Wife in Middlebury After Paternity Case

Word from Mid dlebury reports Tarl Haney has deserted his wife near that place. The action follows paternity charges filed against him in Justice S. 8. Whisler's court.

Haney Middlebury Tarl Haney Whisler

To Erect New Home on South Fifth Street

O W Cunningham has begun building a new house on South Fifth street. He plans moving the structure to the corner of Seventh S81 and Plymouth Ave to create two dwelling units.

O. W. Cunningham South Fifth Street Seventh Plymouth Ave

Elkhart couples secure marriage license in St Joseph

Ellsworth Jennings aged 21 and Lotta M Smith aged 20, both of Elkhart, received a marriage license in St. Joseph Michigan.

Marriage Licenses Granted for Berger and Firestone

Levi Berger of Lagrange aged 54 and Nancy Jane Firestone of Goshen aged 46 applied for marriage licenses. The record lists both parties and their ages in the local marriage licenses section.

Levi Berger Lagrange Nancy Jane Firestone Goshen

Economy Silks Sale Cuts Prices Across Hundreds of Yards

The Economy yard sale lists silks priced from 49c to 1.49 per yard with hundreds of yards available in multiple colors and patterns. The event highlights deep discounts and bulk options for customers seeking fabric at low cost.

Hawks Hardware Co lawn mowers offered at reasonable prices

Lawn mowers of many grades available at Hawks Hardware Co. with reasonable prices, inviting customers to compare quality and value.

Hawks Hardware Co

Detroit Man Faces Life Term for Tritch Murder

Joseph Barcellona, Italian defendant in the Lagrange murder case, awaits verdict with no interpreter available to convey the sentence. Jury found him guilty. Grippi and Amorello were released as their cases were dismissed, delaying sentencing until an interpreter can relay the judgment.

Detroit Barcel Jona Joseph Barcelona Alva Tritch Lagrange Druit Lagrange Joseph Grippi Frank Amecrello Tritch Barcellona Grippi Amorello

Review May Be Sold Editor Kent Left No Will

The late A. P. Kent editor and half owner of the Elkhart Review left no will for the estate. A letter to James H. State asks him to protect Mrs. Kent and the C. H. Chase estate during the selling of business affairs. Frank G. Stahr will manage the paper for now. It is likely Mrs. Chase and Mrs. Kent will dispose of the Review plant.

Kent State A. P. Kent The Elkhart Review James H. State Elkhart Frank G. Stahr

Death of Mrs Ella Varian Wade in Richmond Ind

Word was received last night announcing the death of Mrs Ella Varian Wade wife of Rev Ray Wade formerly pastor of the M E church at Nappanee now in Richmond Ind Death caused by pneumonia Surviving include her husband three small children her father Benj Yarian of Nappanee one sister Mrs Daniel Zook of Nappanee and relations to Frank Yarian John Samuel Frank Coppes Mrs John C Mellinger and Mrs H A Banta all of Goshen Nappanee and region marks this obit note

Ella Varian- Wade Ray Wade M. E Nappanee Richmond Ind Benj. Yarian Daniel Zook Wade Frank Yarian Goshen John. Samuel Frank Coppes Nappannee John C. Mellinger H. A. Banta

Kosciusko man makes 250 gallons syrup this season

Will Coar of Etna Green in Kosciusko county runs a maple sugar camp with a grove of more than 500 trees. This year he manufactured 250 gallons of pure maple syrup but chose to discontinue about 10 days before season end due to the heavy work required.

Will Coar Etna Green Kosciusko County Coar

Bristol Postoffice Postmaster Applicants Named and Examined

Aspiring to Bristol Postoffice, Elkhart postoffice examined candidates for Bristol postmastership Tu A Cong don J ong Nicholson Newell Mrs Walther and Sanger. Best grade receives first consideration while the current postmaster remains in office until his successor is appointed.

Bristol

Heaton Trial Opens Over 1908 Iola Killing

The trial of Mrs. Artie M. Heaton of Iola Kansas began yesterday for the July six nineteen hundred eight shooting death of her divorced husband Clinton M. Heaton son of Henry Heaton of Elkhart and Mrs. W H Whitehead of Goshen One postponement preceded the start with Mrs Whitehead hiring an Iola attorney to aid the prosecutor.

Rink Guardian Civil Case Seeks Dismissal Post Recovery

In circuit court Elizabeth Rink petitions to dismiss guardian for George W. Rink who was declared of unsound mind on October 11, 1906. The guardian is said to be no longer needed as Mr. Rink has regained mental powers and can manage his affairs.

Elizabeth Rink George W. Rink Rink

Resigned Guardian of Estate of Jacob H Alwine

George B D Shaw resigns as guardian of the estate of Jacob H Alwine. The article notes the silk department of The Heconomy is ending its career, with silks offered at various prices from 38 cents to 1.49 dollars, indicating a clearance of stock and end of long tenure.

George BD. Shaw Jacob H. Alwine Heconomy

Bicknell Young Talks on Science at Jefferson Theatre

E A Dausman introduced Bicknell Young C S B of Chicago who spoke before a crowd of 600 at the First Church of Christ Scientist lecture in Jefferson theatre. He described Christian Science as an educational system based on spiritual truth—scientific, demonstrable, and practical for healing sin and disease.

Church of Christ, Scientist Bicknell Young Chicago Jefferson Theatre South Bend Warsaw Syracuse Milford Wakarusa E. A. Dausman Young God Mrs. Eddy Christian Science Movement Eddy Christian Science

Embargo Ends for Lake Shore Disinfecting Crew

The livestock embargo is lifted and the Lake Shore disinfecting gang at the Elkhart hump is officially dismissed. About 60 workers will return to Chicago by week’s end after disinfecting since November 26 to prevent disease spread, costing roughly $20,000 with 20,000 cars treated and thousands of pounds of acid and lime used.

Lake Shore Elkhart Government Steel Chicago

Beveridge Aims to Take Indiana G O P Lead

Beveridge active as leutenants plot to reorganize the Indiana state central committee months early. Hemenway Wilson faction have not acted to reorganize and may yield control. Insiders say Hemenway Watson group hopes Beveridge bears the burden of the next campaign.

Indiana Hemenway-Watson Beveridge

Elocution Recital at College Friday Evening

Students of the school of oratory present a free recital Friday at 8 pm in the College assembly hall. The program includes the sketch The Lady of Athens featuring eight characters, a pantomime Belshazzer's Doom with sixteen interpreters, and strong dramatic readings. The final department recital of the year invites public attendance.

School of Oratory Lady of Athens

Couple Married at Reverend Wood's Home on Olive Street

At Rev J A Wood's home 112 Olive Street this city last evening, Levi Berger of Lima LaGrange County wed Nancy J Fires tone of this city. Berger owns a thriving farm near Twin Lake LaGrange, while Firestone is a Goshen nurse. They plan immediate housekeeping on the groom's farm amid friends' good wishes.

J. A. Wood Olive Street Levi Berger Lima Lagrange County Nancy J. Firestone Twin Lake Goshen

Barnhart to Choose Secretary From Elkhart or Goshen

Rumor says Congressman Barnhart will pick his new secretary from Elkhart or Goshen. Several Democrats are willing to serve after the death of Peter A. Young. The role pays 1500 dollars annually and has caused Barnhart anxiety over a permanent appointment.

Elkhart Barnhart Goshen Peter A. Young

Parkside Residence Sold by John Ju Cooper Ex County Surveyor

John Ju Cooper former county surveyor sold his Parkside residence for 4200 dollars. His family will spend the summer at Winona after leasing the Hiawatha cottage. Cooper will continue civil engineering work with offices in the Jefferson building.

Parkside John Ju. Cooper

Last K of P Dance At May 14 With Imperial Orchestra

Knights of Pythias conclude their dance series Friday May 14 with the Imperial orchestra providing music. Invitations extended to former dancers. dancing begins at 8 30 in the evening.

K. of P Knights of Pythias Imperial

Wool market steadies as price slips to twenty-five cents

Local wool dealers report 25 cents per wool unit but note scant sales and weak demand. Wool is not bringing in much money in the local market, with traders lamenting slow turnover and cautious buyers.

Economy store advert announces silk patterns in Goshen

Self striped and self figured messa line plaid silks in 3 to 10 yard patterns. Fabrics are 27 inches wide with great values. Prices cut from $1.00 to $1.49 down to 75c and 89c, now 59c. Going out of business sale signals liquidation.

Goshen

Diphtheria Develops Alarming in Garrett

Disease reports show a spike in diphtheria cases in Garrett prompting health officials to alert residents. Medical staff urge vaccination and early treatment to curb spread amid rising concern.

Gov Marshall to Receive LL D at Wabash June 16

Governor Marshall is to be conferred an LL D by Wabash College, a ceremony set for June 16 as a highlight of commencement week. He will deliver an address then. His secretary has released dates for his other planned talks in May and June across Indiana, including commitments in Indianapolis, Winona Lake, Lafayette, Bloomington, Hammond, Terre Haute, and at St Marys of the Woods.

Wabash College Gov. Marshall Masonic Temple Indianapolis Winona Academy Winona Lake Purdue Memorial Purdue University Lafayette Indiana School For the Blind Democratic Editorial Association of Indiana Bloomington Hammond High School Hammond St. Mary-of-the-woods Terre Haute Grain Dealers’ Association

Meeting at Baptist Church Promotes Soul Winning Activity

Last night at the Baptist Church Mr Miller spoke to Christian people on soul winning. He urged believers to visit unsaved friends and neighbors to bring them to Christ. Members pledged to help in the meetings, outlining plans to actively assist in outreach efforts. Tonight he will speak on Head and Heels Both Working, with an illustrated solo Tell Mother I ll Be There by Miss Louthan and stereopticon pictures.

The Baptist Church Miller Jesus Christ Mr. Miller Miss Louthan

Cline Battles Immigration on Shaheen Case in Indiana

Representative Cline of the Twelfth district presses Secretary Nagel to permit Geo Shaheen of Fort Wayne, an Italian with an eye disease, to be treated in the United States after a New Orleans arrest and a second Fort Wayne detainment. A Fort Wayne sister offers to cover medical costs.

Cline Geo. Shaheen Fort Wayne Shaheen New Orleans Cane Nagel Bureau of Commerce and Labor

Krutz Elected to Indiana Bill Posters’ Association Executive Committee

Charles Krutz was elected to the executive committee of the Indiana Bill Posters’ Association meeting in Indianapolis. The convention discussed refusing to post wet posters but took no action. It was decided that each poster should use personal judgment on placing saloon notices, with WCTU societies statewide opposing wet posters.

Charles Krutz Indiana Indianapolis Indianapolis Star Krutz

Patrolman Strom Saves Daughter From Lunatic Attack

Patrolman Strom of South Bend intervened as lunatic grabbed his daughter Miss Alice Strom on her way home. He shouted and restrained the assailant until authorities placed him in jail.

Strom South Bend Alice Strom

Cemetery committee awards fence painting contract at Oak Ridge

The common council cemetery committee awarded William Close the contract to paint the south fence at Oak Ridge cemetery. Close will be paid 35 dollars for labor while the city provides the materials.

the Cemetery Committee of the Common Council Wm. Close Oak Ridge Cemetery Close

Warden improves and will be out soon

John Ji. Warden shows improvement and is expected to be released shortly. Jacob F. Alery of West Goshen, previously confined at home for several weeks with rheumatism, is able to go out again. Dean Shrock, employed on The Democrat carrier force, is ill.

John Ji Jacob F. Alery West Goshen Dean Shrock Democrat

James Weikel Appointed Park Superintendent

The Elkhart board of public works appointed James Weikel park superintendent to succeed J. W. Slear. Salary listed as $50 per month. No reason given for the change. Also mentions prices at Hawks Hardware Co. for various grades of rubber garden hose.

James Weikel Elkhart

Notable Local Visitors and Travels in Indiana Area

Harry Dangler heads to Chicago this morning. Joe Marsh arrives from Lake Wawasee yesterday. A. R Fulton visits Wm Stover’s family. J. S. Hartzler family from Parkside travel east. Miss Lara Scott and Mrs Amanda Kain visit in Litchfield. Simon Straus returns to Ligonier from Texas land purchase. Miss Josephine Zook of Evanston visits Wm Nymeyer. Mrs L B Slaughter and son John visit Mr and Mrs Fred DBD. Knight Templars 55th Grand Commandery meeting draws Dr W Q O Vallette T A Davis and Harry Brown to Indianapolis. Nettie Kreps returns from Los Angeles for a few days with sister Hattie Kreps en route to Toledo.

Harry Dangler Chicago Joe Marsh Lake Wawasee A. R Fulton Wm Stover J. S. Hartzler Parkside Lara Scott Amanda Kain Litchfield Mick Simon Straus Ligonier Texas Josephine Zook Evanston HL Wm. Nymeyer L. B. Slaughter Som John Fred Dbd. Zeigler Montpelier W. QO. Vallette T. A. Davis Harry Brown Indianapolis Grand Commandery of the Knight Templars Nettie Kreps Los Angeles Hattie Kreps Toledo

Leander Graves of Kendantnville Dead. Long Public Service

Leander Graves of Kendallville died after a career spanning mayoral terms starting in 1873, four years as city attorney, two terms as city treasurer, and earlier work as a printer, editor, and publisher. He led the Warsaw Democrat as a youth, then moved to Albion to publish the Palladium, served as postmaster at Warsaw, town clerk at Columbia City, and deputy U S marshal for Whitley county, noted as more a lawyer than a publisher.

Leander Graves Kendallville Graves Warsaw Democrat Warsaw Times Democrat

Gary officer adopts abandoned child left on tracks

William Miller, a Gary Indiana police officer, adopted an unknown girl found on Michigan Central tracks. The child, placed there by a stranger, was rescued when the train stopped within 20 feet. Miller, who fled into the woods, later took the girl into his home.

William Miller Gary Ind

To Sepak in Laporte Campaign Arrives in County

A hot option campaign will be waged in Laporte county. J. E. Crandell, Detroit lawyer who spoke for the drys in Goshen, will deliver eight speeches in Laporte. The drys announce a long list of prominent speakers while the wets will run a vigorous speaking and newspaper campaign.

Laporte J. E. Crandell Detroit, Mich

Automobilists Cause Disturbance at Cornell School House

A Pleasant Ridge correspondent to The Democrat reports Goshen automobilists camped at the Cornell school house last Friday night and disturbed the neighborhood with foul language and disgraceful behavior. They carried beer and other drinks on site.

Pleasant Ridge The Democrat Goshen Cornell

Imagined injuries of an intoxicated man at police station

Elmer Moore, described as an old time offender, went to the Elkhart police station claiming his leg was broken in three places after a fall from a passenger coach. Authorities found he was drunk and imagined the injuries.

Elmer Moore Elkhart

To Enter Hospital Hospital for Mrs Roland

Father and Mrs. Roland travel to Chicago where she will enter a hospital for an operation at once. The move follows a period of public note and family plans as they prepare for the procedure scheduled in the near term.

Father Mrs. Roland Chicago

Nappanee News Highlights Local Happenings

Nappanee advances claim 3000 population. Copenhaver hurt by rod strike at water station. Calls for larger schoolhouse. Fire-fighting facilities criticized by Indiana Bureau inspection. Car purchases by Freese Coppes and Greene. Hartman Bros buy Mitchell car. Crate and Branhan accident leaves both arms broken. Frnak Hartman to lecture May 14 in South Bend Auditorium. Coppes and Parker offer $30 to keep ball club from Sunday play. offer declined. News enlarged to seven columns. local controversy with B&O railroad over right of way fence resolved.

Nappanee Charles Copenhaver Indiana Karl Freese Fred Coppes H. T. Greene Buick Hartman Bros Mitchell Crate Ll. B. Branhan Quincey Frank Hartman South Bend J. D. Coppés B. Bharl Parker Nappanee Ball Club Wditer Murray Levi John Ulery Union Township B. &O. Railroad

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