Gunness mystery draws LaPorte inquiry and confessions
Ray Lamphere’s alleged defense seeks to explain his role in Bella Gunness crimes as investigators probe an accomplice linked to her in War-saw Indiana. Authorities press for details of Lamphere and Gunness movements while Lamphere hints at a forthcoming statement.
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Laporte
Wiliam Zart
Wellsboro
Bella Gunness
Mr. Zar
Grand Trank
Herman W. Worden
Lamphere
Ray Lamphere
Gunness
Chia
Weir to defend Lamphere in Gunness case
Ellsworth E. Weir a LaPorte lawyer will join Herman W. Worden in defending Ray Lamphere in the Lamp here Gunness case. Lamphere's father remains in La Porte asserting his son’s innocence as prosecutors prepare to present witnesses linking Lamphere to the Gunness home fire.
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LaPorte
Herman W. Worden
LaPorte Argus
Ellsworth E. Weir
Ray Lamphere
Gunness
Lamphere
la Porte
Worden
Fred Fisher Sentenced for Petit Larceny in Elkhart Case
Fred Fisher who stole a buggy in Elkhart and was arrested in Ft Wayne pleaded guilty before Judge Van Fleet to a modified petit larceny charge. He received a sentence of from one to eight years at Michigan City.
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Fred Fisher
Elkhart
Ft. Wayne
Vanfleet
Michigan City
Greys to Play Nappanee in West Michigan Style
The Goshen Greys travel to Nappanee to face the Royal Tigers with ten players under manager Dresch. Either Wilson or Wagner will start on the mound, and Rigney will handle the catching duties.
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Greys
Nappanee
Goshen Greys
Royal Tigers
Dresch
Wilson
Wagner
Rigney
Crops Look Fair This Season Across County Farms
Farmers report crops are fair with recent rain surplus noted. Goshen track lags behind normal timing this year.
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Goshen
Jury of Farmers Hears Metsker Murder Trial in Cassopolis
A jury of eight farmers two laborers one moulder and one school teacher sits in Cassopolis Michigan hearing the murder trial of Mrs Metsker of South Bend charged with killing Carlton Morgan at the Mae Greene resort. Large crowds fill the scene with many travelers from South Bend. the defendant anticipates acquittal while prosecutors seek conviction.
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Cassopolis
Mich
Metsker
South Bend
Carlton Morgan
Mae Greene
Condition Improves as Hope Rises for Frank Family
J W Fieldhouse of Elkhart reports his son in law C B Frank showing signs of recovery after a collision near South Bend. He is at Epworth hospital with improved spine healing and regained sensation progressing toward possible use of lower limbs. Mrs Frank remains by his side as doctors and nurses note better condition and reduced pain.
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Frank
J. W. Fieldhouse
Elkhart
C. B. Frank
South Bend
Epworth Hospital
Mrs. Frank
Bigamist William Marsh to begin jail term in Michigan City
Mrs Anna Rathka Marsh called on her husband at the county jail with no demonstration. Mrs Boca Struckman Marsh of Allegan Mich visited Marsh with an Elkhart friend. Mrs Marsh No 1 asked Judge Vanfleet for leniency but received none. Marsh to be moved to Michigan City Saturday for a term of two to five years.
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Anna Rathka-Marsh
William V. Marsh
Boca Struckman-Marsh
Allegan
Mich
Marsh
Elkhart
Marsh No
Vanfleet
Michigan City
Elkhart Woman Attempts Suicide Grievously
Mrs Henry Wishard aged 80 of Elkhart quarreled with her husband last night and tried to swallow carbolic acid. Her husband knocked away the bottle after wounds to her face neck and lips appeared. She grew ill and then begged for a physician to save her life.
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Henry Wishard
Elkhart
New Paris Cemetery Association Holds 16th Annual Meeting
The 16th annual meeting of the New Paris Cemetery Association was held in New Paris on May 12, 1908. Officers elected: President T. J. Harriman, Secretary S. F. Charple, Treasurer H. W. Shumaker. The cash on hand was 90.91 dollars with 48.40 dollars in credits. Lot prices ranged from 5 to 12 dollars. Those who want their lots cared for should notify Joseph Brumbaugh of Batntertown. All holders are asked to prepare lots for Decoration Day.
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New
Joseph Brumbaugh
Batntertown
May Abandon Festival Faces End In South Bend
The fourth annual May music festival likely will be the last under current management due to dwindling public support. Organizers and supporters agree the event adds prestige, but lack of public backing risks its continuation.
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South Bend
Notables on Train for Presidential Nomination Visit
Notables including William J. Bryan James A Johnson and Vice President Fairbanke rode a Pennsylvania train through Fort Wayne en route to a presidential nomination. The piece also markets a household product claim for floor and woodwork brightening from Hawke Hardware Co.
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William J. Bryan
James A. Johnson
Fairbanke
Pennsylvania
Fort Wayne
Garrett
Japa Duo
The
Hawke Hardware Co
Oliver to Washington on national resources talk
Joseph Oliver of South Bend will travel to Washington as part of a committee called by the president to discuss conservation of the nation’s resources. The meeting is expected to last about three days.
Fishing Season Opens Amid Busy Lakes Near Goshen
Goshen fishermen flood local lakes as J. W. Bowersox, formerly of Milford, operates a nearby rewed business, drawing steady patronage and signaling a strong start to the fishing season.
Fire at Barger Bros. box factory in Elkhart suspected arson
A blaze at Barger Bros. box factory on East Jackson Street near Cornhorn factory last night caused about 5000 dollars in stock loss. Insurance covers the damage and owners say they believe the plant was fired though they did not explain the reasons for suspicion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barger Bros
Elkhart
Barger Company
East Jackson Street
Barger Bros. Gay
Class of Forty-Eight Initiated as Pages in K of P Lodge
A class of 48 candidates was initiated into Calanthe Lodge No. 41 K of P last night, bringing total membership to about 425. About 400 people attended. a musical program followed with the Imperial orchestra and George A. Beck organizing the buffet. Visitors came from Elkhart South Bend Nappanee Millersburg Milford and surrounding towns.
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Page
K. of P. Lodge
Calanthe Lodge No
P. Hall
Imperial Orchestra
George A. Beck
Elkhart
South Bend
Nappanee
Millersburg
Milford
Indicted for Murder in LaPorte Superior Court
The grand jury indicted George Finney of Michigan City for first degree murder in the death of George Priebe. Finney, held without bail to the next term, was to convene June 1. He shot Priebe as he left his barn door on April 17, believing him a pigeon thief.
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LaPorte
Leonard seeks divorce in Goshen circuit court
Gustaf Leonard sues Clara M. Leonard for divorce in Goshen circuit court. They wed November 17, 1908 in Watertown South Carolina and have a four year old daughter, Margaret E. The complaint alleges wife and child lack proper support and asks a decree and child support. Marriage licenses listed for Melvin Good and Minnie Myers. Real estate transfers include several Goshen and Elkhart lots with prices from 20 to 2,500 dollars.
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Melvin Edward Good
Goshen
Minnie Myers
Jessie B. Drake
Emma A. Thompson
Elkhart
William W. Purl
Mary J. Miller
Charles G. Conn
John C. Boss
Welkhart
Elk. Ud
Charles E. Paxson
Joe
Mary Greene
Goshei
Wabash hubbard murders revived in county case notes
The Wabash Plain Dealer recalls the Hub bard crimes in Wabash county. John Hubbard and his wife killed Edward Boyle and the French family in October 1854 to obtain a $500 theft. Hubbard was hanged in December 1855. his wife received a life sentence. Rick List. Laura Ransburg improves. Florence Bemenderfer seriously ill at North Malin Street.
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Gunness
Wabash Plain Dealer
Hubbard
Wabash
John Hubbard
Edward Boyle
Aaron French
French
Boyle
Hubbards
Rick List
Laura Ransburg
Florence Bemenderfer
North
Malin Atreat
Marriage at Albert Houta residence
Justice Whialer joined Melvin Edward Good and Minnie My ere in marriage at the residence of Albert Houta last evening. A wedding supper followed the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laat
Albert Houta
Justice Whialer
Melvin Edward Good
Minnie Myere
Traveling men target Aveline fire owner over hotel blaze
United Commercial Travelers and the Travelers Protective Association threaten damage suits totaling over 50000 against John A. Shoaff owner of the burned New Aveline hotel in Fort Wayne. Report says insurers cover more than 80000 and organizers aim to force safer hotels with stricter fire escape rules in Indiana.
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J. A. Shoaff
Aveline
United Commercial Travelers
The
Travelers Protective Association
John A. Shoaff
New Aveline
Fort Wayne
Mr. Shoaff
Shoaff
Thirteenth District GOP Convention Set For June
Knox Indiana district chairman Moorman says the Republican convention to choose a successor to the late Congressman Brick will be held early in June. He calls the district committee to pick a place and date, with Moorman long active in the campaign and regarded as a strong nominee contender.
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Brick
Moorman
Knox
Ind
South Bend
New Lake Shore Train Adds Fast Service May First
Official notice states the Lake Shore line will start an improved Sunday schedule between Chicago and Elkhart on May 1 with an 8:30 interurban arrival for Goshen residents. The train will offer a fast timetable and buffet service.
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Lake Shore
Chicago
Elkhart
Mail brings washboard from Alabama to Parkside family
Carrier James delivers a washboard to a Parkside household from Alabama reflecting the varied items handled by mail in busy times. The note highlights the broad range of mail carried and the personal touch in everyday deliveries.
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James
Alabama
Parkside
Floyd Tipmore Accepts Sash Manager Role in St. Louis
Floyd Tipmore has accepted a position as manager of the sash department at the St. Louis Sash & Door Factory. He left for St. Louis this morning.
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St. Louis
Floyd Tipmore
Sash & Door Factory
Mrs Collins in Critical Condition in South Bend Hospital
Mrs Collins, also known as Mrs Richard Collins, is in a critical condition at St Joseph Hospital in South Bend. Mr Collins was summoned there this morning.
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Collins
Richard Collins
St. Joseph Hospital
South Bend
Compromise Reached in Land Possession Suit Near Nappanee
The case of David K. Miller and George Hurst over 40 acres of ion land near Nappanee is compromised. The title to the land is disputed and unresolved.
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David K. Miller
George Hurst
Nappanee
Remonstrators Lose Bid to Dismiss Morris Saloon Case
In Elkhart, the remonstrators motion to dismiss the saloon scene application by Jonathan Morris was overruled by the superior court.
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Jonathan Morris
Elkhart
Death of William Sultz at Packerton
William Sultz aged 25 formerly of Goshen died suddenly at noon in Packerton Kosciusko county from ptomaine poisoning. Local health officials reported the case as natural causes pending further investigation.
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Packerton
William Sultz
Goshen
Kosciusko County
The Holy City at Vaudette May Fifteenth Attraction
At the Vaudette a special Friday evening program features The Holy City illustrated and sung by popular singer Abe Berger. The event promises a dramatic musical visualization with Berger performing the title piece and related selections.
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Vaudette
Holy City
Abe Berger
Directors Meeting of Commercial Exchange Directory
The directory of the Commercial Exchange will meet at the office of George P Rowell on Thursday evening at seven o clock.
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the Commercial Exchange
George P. Rowell
Winona Interurban Project Delayed Toward July
Officials state that the Warsaw to Peru line cannot open by July due to severe winter and spring weather. Construction slowed but officers expect early completion and a possible midsummer start of service on the Warsaw southwest extension.
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Warsaw
Peru
Winona Interurban Railway Company
Local notices and obituaries from Indiana counties
Reports list several deaths and events in Indiana towns. Margare t Anspaugh and William Shorb are noted as deceased. Bluffton dedicates a $38000 First Reformed church. A Huntington verdict favors John Crabb in a damages case. A Bass wagon accident injures a child, and a Saddle Creek postmaster retires after long service since 1880.
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Harry Mote
Hartford City
Miami County
Margaret Anspaugh
Albion
G. H. Oliver
O. C. Hocker
Monroe
William Shorb
Pierceton
Henry Clark
Whitley County
First Reformed Church
Bluffton
A. K. Zartman
Fort Wayne
Frank Lynn
Wabash
L. B. Mathews
Lynn
Huntington
John T. Crabb
Warren
Retta Sowers
Crabb
Samuel Gentis
W. H. Crane
Sedan
DeKalb County
Indiana
Lawrence
Auburn
Lake Shore Road
Notice to all Elks relief committee of Goshen Lodge
The relief committee of Goshen Lodge No. 798 requests notice of any illness promptly. Officers listed are J. M. Farrell F. B. Hoffman Sol Dembufsky D. M. Bechtel W. B. Wise C. O. Charlton, secretary.
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Relief Committee
Goshen Lodge
Solomon's Creek Social Notes and Visits
Earl Good visits friends in Kenana Indiana for several weeks. Mr and Mrs Nathan Long host Sunday with Mr and Mrs Anderson. Miss Etella Alwines visits sister in Richville. Mrs Frank Schafer. Grandma Baer moves near Silver Lake to live with Rev Rittenhouse family. Class No 6 of A B Sunday school hosted by Mr and Mrs Harry Bunger. Lucile Rittenhouse ill throat. Emma Nichols at home with measles. Mell Tully hosts dinner for George Dery family and Orlando tet es. Cream social Saturday night at Mrs Edward’s home.
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Earl Good
Kenana
Nathan Long
Anderson Tuday
Etella Alwines
Richville
Frank Schafer
Grandma Baer
Silver Lake
Mra
Rittenhouse
A. B
Harry Bunger
Lucile Rittenhouse
Emma Nichols
Northern Indiana High Track Meet Team To Hammon Trip
Goshen athletes led by Madden Vance and Frankenstein prepare for the Hammon meet after preliminaries at home. The group includes Culp Wagner Deahl Simmong and Dick with relay squads and a 50 strong student rooting party. Orlo Deah will enter the oratorical contest The Miasios of a Republic and Prof Davis and Randall will judge events.
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Indiana
Goshen
Acco Dope
Madden
Michigan
Vance
Tallow
Wagner
Frankenstein
Miller
Hammon
Jenks
Davis
Jorgenéong
Orlo Deah
Gogh
Republic
R. A. Randall
Plymouth
Body Found Solves Michigan City Disappearance Case
The missing Fred Timmerick case ends with the discovery of his body in the harbor. Police report the body likely remained in the water for two to three weeks after he left home April 23 to go to LaPorte for a deed recording. He left a wife and four children.
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Michigan City
Fred Timmerick
Timmerick
LaPorte
Mortuary Notices for Smeltzer and Caton
Mortuary notices report Philip Smeltzer of near Wakarusa died after a winter illness aged about 70 on his farm. funeral Friday at 10 o'clock. Mrs Burt Caton died suddenly at her Goshen area home at age unknown. survived by husband and four children, plus father Joseph Foster and two brothers. Caton marriage noted as having occurred recently.
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Smeltzer
Philip Smeltzer
Wakarusa
Caton
Burt Caton
Goshen
Joseph Foster
Rolling Prairie
Ind
Oak
Mich
Oklahoma
Mr. Caton
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Champaign
McClung
Gunness Farm
Gunness House
Weir
J. W. Bowersox
Millford
Rewes
Hear Dayton
Grand Judy
NEW Lake Shore
Warsaw-Peru
Solomon’s Creek
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