Mrs. Calloway Kidnaps Goshen Girl for Acrobat Act
Enid Hammon, nine, daughter of Mrs. Robert Calloway of Frankfort, was abducted yesterday at Oak Ridge avenue and Third street as she walked home from Rock Run school. The kidnapper, identified as the mother, drove away with the child claiming she is the child’s mother. The case draws sheriff and police into a widening search across nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enid Hammon
Robert Cailloway
Frankfort
Ind
Rock Run
B. F. Hammon
Wilden Avenue
North Side
Paw Paw
Mich
Hammons
Hammon
Goshen
Michigan
Oak Ridge Avenue
Third Street
Goshen High Track Team Celebrates Notre Dame Victory
Goshen High School students held a bonfire on the Cunningham lot and a dance in McNaughton hall after the team’s win at Notre Dame. Star athlete Sam Starbuck led a victory parade with 100 supporters, receiving a gold medal and a congratulatory letter from Mayor Kohler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen High School
Notre Dame
Cunningham
McNaughton Hall
Sam Starbuck
Katherine Miller
Bremer
Jenks
Howe
Miss Miller
Starbuck
Otlo Wallgren
George Berry
Pierre Bigler
Elmer Culp
Bert Vance
Robert Kelly
Allen Landereaver
Claude Wiseman
Athletic Association
Kohler
Presnet
Resignation Demanded of Kendallville Postmaster
In a heated political clash Congressman Gilliams calls for the ouster of Kendallville Postmaster Alexander. Kendallville merchant G. E. Bliss is set to be honored in the aftermath of the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander
Kendallville
Gilliams
G. E. Bliss
Railway Threat by Murdocks in Elkhart Franchising Fight
The Murdocks arrived in Elkhart and warned they would halt improvements on the line unless a favorable franchise is granted. The confrontation centers on railway expansion and local authorization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murdocks
Elkhart
Miss Libby Niles Resigns From LaPorte Post
Miss Libby Niles resigns as stenographer for the Co- Operative Construction company at LaPorte and has returned to Goshen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Niles
Libby Niles
Co- Operative Construction Company
LaPorte
Goshen
Iron Beams Set On Jefferson Theatre Building
An extra crew will start work tomorrow to place the iron beams on the Jefferson theatre building. Mrs Mahlon Barton and family extend heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness shown after the sudden death of husband and father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson Theatre
Mahlon Barton
Wakeman to Recover After Self-Inflicted Gunshot
Walter Wakeman a 17 year old from Millersburg underwent a successful operation in Chicago Presbyterian hospital for bullet removal after accidentally shooting himself Sunday night at his sweetheart Miss Searfoss home. He was taken home last night and withstood the ordeal well. doctors are hopeful for full recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Wakeman
Millersburg
Miss Searfoss
Presbyterian Hospital
Chicago
Obituaries From Elkhart Daily Mortuary Notices
Williams Burton A aged 58 died of heart failure after shopping and neighbor visit. She is survived by husband and three sons and one daughter. Butcher Emma P. 37 died of paralysis. survived by husband and seven children. one child died April 26. Aydelotte Moses CG aged 60 died of heart failure. wife and four children survive. Fry Marion infant daughter of Lorenzo and Mrs died in Elkhart today. Remains shipped to Groverton Indiana Fidelity Michigan and burial to Fidelity Mi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Groverton
Ind
Joel Wyland
Aydelotte
Moses CG
Elkhart
Fidelity
Fry—Marion
Lorenzo Fry
Fort Wayne Advice and Sunday Service on Interurban Line
After Whitley county voted a generous gift to fund the Winona Interurban, Columbia City merchants pressed for a Sunday service clause. They urged that a minimum of three cars run on Sundays to serve travelers, saying six days of service may not justify the $50,000 bonus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitley County
Winona
Columbia City
Dr. Dickey
Mrs. B. W. Waite Dies in Ann Arbor After Long Illness
Mrs. B. W. Waite mother of Mrs. R. A. Randall of Plymouth and a Goshen resident died at her Ann Arbor home yesterday after a long illness. Mr. and Mrs. Randall traveled to Ann Arbor to attend the funeral planned for tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. W. Waite
R. A. Randall
Plymouth
Goshen
Ann Arbor
Mrs. Randall
Declared Insane Woman From Elkhart to be Committed
Mrs. Richard Mercer of Elkhart has been declared insane and will be taken to Longceliff. Her delusion centers on keeping her three children aged 2 3 and 5 without clothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Mercer
Elkhart
Longceliff
Two Wakarusa Couples Welcome A Pair Of Sons
Birth notices report a son born today to Mr and Mrs Charles Frash of Wakarusa and a son born today to Mr and Mrs Gall of Wakarusa. Both families announce the new arrivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Frash
Wakarusa
Gall
Under the Canvas Trinwald’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin thrills Wakarusans
The tent was packed as Trinwald’s production of Uncle Tom’s Cabin drew a full house in Wakarus, delivering a dramatic stage journey that left audiences buzzing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinwald
Golf goods at Hawks Hardware Co feature Spaulding Red Dot balls
The listing notes golf supplies including Spaulding Red Dot balls sold at Hawks Hardware Co. Readership sees sporting gear emphasis and a local retailer offering recognizable ball models.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spaulding
The
Hawks Hardware Co
Fighting Mrs Allison Seeks Parole for Bank Robber
Residents of Richland Michigan organize against Mrs Yock Allison who seeks parole for her husband from Jackson prison. They warn he remains a danger to society and would loot safes if released. The couple has ties to an Elkhart origin and a nine year old Richland bank robbery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richland
Mich
Yock
Allison
Jackson
Winona Park
Moline
Elkhart
Whitey” Black
Slater, Russell
Spellman
Richland Bank
Roosevelt
Kitty Sheperd
New York Chicago Ten Hour Line Progress Report
Advertisements in Chicago papers note the New York Chicago ten hour line is financed to Goshen with construction ongoing despite lawsuits and rumored hot air financing. Several miles of track have been completed and stock trades at $48 per share. An excursion from South Chicago to LaPorte on May 18 offers a viewing opportunity. the first excursion was held Saturday. The company covers all expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
New York-Chicago
Goshen
LaPorte
Death From Smallpox in South Bend Woman 85
Smallpox claimed the life of Mrs. Nancy Warren in South Bend. The 85 year old had been ill for days and treated by a local doctor. No report was made to the city board of health and neighbors entered the home until the disease was recognized as contagious. Measures have been taken to curb further spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nancy Warren
South Bend
New Superintendent Named for Elkhart-Goshen Division
Edward F. Gaffney will become superintendent of the Elkhart-Goshen division of the Chicago South Bend and Northern Indiana railway. He travels to Fort Wayne and will set up HQ in Elkhart. The Fort Wayne postings shift Edward Raver to Logansport and James W. Rider to Fort Wayne. John Wessel moves from Pittsburg to Fort Wayne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward F. Gaffney
Elkhart
Ringling Bros Seeks New Winter Quarters
The Ringling Bros show again debates moving winter quarters from Baraboo Wisconsin. Bluffton offers 500 acres as a lure and Ft Wayne also pursues the site, but Baraboo is likely to remain the venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ringling Bros
Baraboo
Wis
Bluffton
Ft. Wayne
Coppes Makes Settlement With County Treasurer
H. E. Coppes who collected county taxes for the southern part of the county in Nappanee settled accounts today with County Treasurer Croop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. E. Coppes
Nappanee
Croop
Goshen Pitcher Will Stay With Greys Permanently
Mike Wilson, pitcher for the Goshen Greys, had considered relocating to Elkhart but has decided to remain in Goshen indefinitely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Mike Wilson
The
Expect Decision Soon On Indianapolis Supreme Court Hearing
The superior court hearing goes before the supreme court in Indianapolis next Friday. A decision is expected within a week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Court
Supreme Court
Indianapolis
Free Wednesday Night Offer Attracts Local Ladies
Manager Hayd invites women to attend Wednesday night free event with two presents to be given away. Arrive early to secure preferred seating and participate in the promotions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayd
Boreal Mfg. Co Seeks Glove Makers for Girls and Women
Help wanted notice seeking girls and women to learn glove making at the Boreal Manufacturing Company office. Position offers a liberal salary with a starting wage described as sixt? The ad emphasizes training opportunities and favorable compensation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Boreal Mfg. Co
Initiation of Fifteen Loyal Americans Approved
Fifteen candidates will be inducted into the order of Loyal Americans Wednesday evening. The note suggests spending a short period at the Be theatre tonight prior to the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of Loyal Americans
Deputy Wardens Accused of Brutality in Kuhn Arrest
The Warsaw Union attacks Deputies Rigney and Fleming, alleging they brutalized 79 year old Roderick Kuhn during an arrest for fish law violations. It calls for their dismissals and cites other recent violations by fish wardens, including fines for excessive catches. The article notes community anger in Kosciusko County and warns residents to stop violating Indiana fishing statutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw Union
Fish and Game
Rigney
Goshen
Fleming
Fort Wayne
Union
Roderick Fleming
Kuhns
Mr. Kuhn
Kuhn
Kosciusko
Indiana
Deputy Rigney
Columbia City
Goshen High School Wins Big Interscholastic Meet At Notre Dame
Detailed scores show Goshen High School victorious at the Notre Dame track and field meet. LaPorte officials claim Victor Long was barred for an entry error, costing LaPorte a possible relay victory and several points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Notre Dame
Goshen High School
LaPorte
Long
Obituary of Christian Shoup Dies in Ohio Farm Community
In the Goshen Democrat dated April 27 1846 Christian Shoup a longtime farmer, respected and honest, died after a brief illness. He was last in the office Friday in apparently normal health and had long been a steadfast Democrat who voted for Thomas Jefferson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen Democrat
Christian Shoup
Thomas Jefferson
Heavy Waterfall Report Locals Recall Cloudburst
Messrs. Asher and Berger report a cloudburst-like event in Goshen last night. For 84 years residents have used Masury's paint, recognizing its quality. Sold by Hawks Hardware Co. Hawkseye and other lawn mowers are available at Hawks Hardware Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asher and
Berger
Goshen
Masury
Hawks Hardware Co
Hawks. Hardware Co
Starving Russians Need Aid From This Country
A petition from the Russian Famine Relief Commission in New York highlights the 20,000,000 starving peasants in Russia. The commission, led by secretary Samuel J. Borrows, oversees United States donations via Morton Trust Co. Five dollars can save an adult, five cents a day saves a child. England contributes more. appeal urges broader generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Russian Famine Relief Commission
New York
Russian Famine Relief Commission Committee
East 15Th Street
New York City
Samuel J. Borrows
Morton Trust Co
Burkhart Bridge Contract and Local Dread Headlines
The item lists multiple notes from Indiana including Burkhart Bridge contract awards, aging suicides, a rattlesnake bite leading to disability, Gov Hanly’s precarious health, heavy lake traffic forecasts, Packers Swift entering stock markets, a fatal illness, near-death asphyxiation, rail franchise gains, new coach services, tobacco warnings, deaths of Anna Buchanan and Hiram Osborne, Glidden automobilists route changes, a summer resort plan near Osceola, interurban station details, building permits surge, and various obituaries and notices across towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burkhart Bridge Company
Kosciusko County
Louis LaBouch
Fort Wayne
J. G. Nehrbas
Winona
Hanly
Swift & Co
Chicago Packers
Indiana
Harry Menaugh
Columbia City
Bright
Lewis Ripple
Warsaw
Gary
LaPorte
South Bend
William Schultz
Wabash County
Ellen R. Bissell
Thelus Martin Bissell
S. S. Ennis
Carl Lederer
Bank Robber Peverett Hidden Alias Caught in Weimer’s Saloon
Charles Albert Peverett known as Albert C Brown and leader of the old Lake Shore gang was captured at Gar rett while attempting a safe robbery in Weimer's saloon. He is jailed at Auburn after identification by Assistant Superintendent Grant of the Ionia asylum. He escaped from prison and lost a hand in a prior incident. His wife Mrs Black has sought release with an Elkhart lawyer. He was sentenced to Jackson prison in 1900 for 15 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black
Auburn
Elkhart
Ionia
Jackson
Elkhart Board Rejects Northern Bid on Indiana Avenue Sewer
The Elkhart Board of Works rejected Northern Construction Co. bid about 72 000 for the Indiana Avenue trunk line sewer. M. Fishley & Co. won the Northeast Elkhart sewer contract. Vitrified pipe 30 and 20 inch sizes were awarded to the chosen bidder for 16 483. Klopfenstein Himebaugh Goshen were lowest on Grand Rapids block but bid was not accepted due to lack of prior sewers. next lowest on vitrified pipe was 16 750, Northern 16 995.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Avenue
Elkhart Board of Works
Northern Construction Company
Elkhart
M. Fishley & Co
Board of Works
Klopfenstein & Himebaugh
Visits Ligonier After 46 Years
Mayor Kohler visited Ligonier for the first time in 46 years with Mrs. Kohler. They spent the day with Rev. and Mrs. J. C. Murray. Guest included Mrs. C. L. Hahn of Columbia City, former Goshen resident. Kohler praised Ligonier’s beauty and its gravel streets and roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ligonier
Kohler
J. C. Murray
C. L. Hahn
Columbia City
Goshen
Murray
Man Falls from Train Near Rolling Prairie
Charles Shue was found unconscious beside the Lake Shore tracks several miles east of Rolling Prairie. He suffered two severe head wounds and a broken right arm and has not yet explained how the accident happened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Shue
Lake Shore
Rolling Prairie
Rushing Work On Warsaw Peru Line Progress
The Winona company speeds construction on the Warsaw to Peru line and has reached the crossing with the Chicago and Erie road. About 100 teams are at work with a steam grader in use. Cars run from Peru to Chili and the line is expected to reach Warsaw this summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winona Company
Warsaw-Peru
Peru
Chili
Warsaw
North Side M E Church Lot Sold on North Fifth Street
The North Side M E church sold the former church lot on North Fifth Street to Amanda Heacocks for 1650 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
Amanda Heacocks
North Fifth Street
State Medical Meeting in Indianapolis May 22 24
The State Medical Association will hold its annual meeting in Indianapolis from May 22 to May 24. The state school for health officers will be held May 21 at the Claypool hotel. Drs. I J Becknell and A C Yoder, county and city health officers, will attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Medical Association
Indianapolis
State School For Health Officers
Claypool
Drs. I. J. Becknell
A. C. Yoder
The Free Lance Tour Heads East for Three Nights
A large Goshen delegation travels to Elkhart to see The Free Lance show tomorrow night before it moves to the Detroit Opera House for three nights and on to the New Amsterdam Theatre in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Free Lance
Elkhart
Detroit Opera House
New Amsterdam Theatre
New York
Goshen
Carew plans English invasion with Ellen Terry
James Carew Asselman tells the Chicago American he will invade England with his wife Ellen Terry and seek roles once played by Sir Henry Irving during his American tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
James Carew
Asselman
Ellen Terry
Sir Henry Irving
Miss Terry
Fracture of Forearm Injures Hess Child in Town Accident
Bertha Hess nine daughter of Mr and Mrs John Hess at Ninth and Cross streets fell this afternoon breaking her left forearm. The incident occurred near their home and she received medical attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha
John Hess
Ninth and
Cross Streets
Sale of Premier Typewriter and Refrigerators Listed
In good condition a premier typewriter and Bechtel Rowell offer refrigerators at Hawks Hardware Co. located near McCray White Mountain and Oneida. Bargain pricing available, inquire at Hawks Hardware Co. for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith Premier
Bechtel & Rowell
Apartments to Let and Amateur Night at 5 Cent Theatre
Follow the crowds to the 5 cent theatre tonight and see Apartments to Let Amateur Night and The Yawner. Hear the illustrated song San Antonio among the western tunes. Minister's library offered for sale at Goshen Floral Co 108 Hast Washington St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Goshen Floral Co
Washington St
Decoration Day Oration and Local News Highlights
Items from 1882 Democrat files include H W Thomas of Chicago to deliver Decoration Day oration. Notes on residents Harriet Colms visiting Sparta and Warsaw, Leash Co. expanding logs and lumber business, Welch moving wagon repository, Defrees revisiting origins of the Express, and death of Norman Andrews former U S marshal. Also mentions local street issues, Dunkard meeting at Arnold's Station May 20 for two weeks. William Stancliffe seen in city. described as widower in mid fifties with old acquaintances noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat
H. W. Thomas
Chicago
W. R B. Harvey
Aviz
Orderypey
Harriet Colms
Sparta
Tenn
Warsaw
Lesh & Co
BH. B. Chess
Bristol
Finley C. Nicholson
Pv. A. Welch
Smith Bros. Lumber Yards
Studebaker
Anthony Defrees
J. H. Defrees
Goshen
Express
C. L. Murray
Norman
Andrews
Three Rivers
Mich
U. S
Northern
Michigan
Lakeport
Cal
Bee-Democrat
United States
Arnold’s Station
New Paris
William Stancliffe
W. A
H. K. Thomas
Joseph Knox
Defrees
Bissell
Crarys
John Cook
Elkhart
William
Stancliffe
Benton Notes Show Social Roundup And Local Visits
Mrs George Fay of Goshen visited her parents the Copenhavers and friends last week. Miss Fay Prickett returns to Goshen as bookkeeper for Louie Simon & Co. Travis Butler came home from the Barlo show after a week away. Measles left him weak. Charles Juday and family of Goshen spent Sunday with his parents the Butlers. Carl Peffley and family from Milford Junction visited the Coppenhavers. Mrs Will Juday visited her parents the Kyler with her daughter. C W Butler and wife visited Lake Wawasee with Harry Singer. John Longacre Will Bunger and Lon Hapner fished at the lake. Harry Singer of Milford spent Sunday with C W Butler. Mrs B F Slocum of Michigan visited brother John Werntz for three months and plans Grand Rapids visit. John Baer and family spent Sunday with his mother. Benton sees activity as Geo Prickett paints his house and Grandma Holsinger is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Fay
Goshen
John Copenhaver
Miss Fay Prickett
Louie Simon & Co
Travis Butler
Barlow
Charles Juday
W. A. Butler
Carl Peffley
Milford Junction
Will Juday
W. B. Kyler
C. W. Butler
Lake Wawasee
Harry Singer
John Longacre
Will Bunger
Lon Hapner
Milford
B. F. Slocum
Michigan
John Werntz
Grand Rapids
John Baer
Baer
Benton
Bloodine Ointment claims instant eczema relief
An advertisement promises permanent cure of eczema with Bloodine Ointment sold by Bloodine Co Inc Boston Mass and J A Bickel & Co Special Agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloodine Co., Inc
Boston
Mass
J. A. Bickel & CO
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Robert Galloway
Wakeman
Ball
Mortuary Record
Journal Gazette
Mrs. Allison
Noah Shireman
Silver Lake
Galloway
Howser
Garrett
Geo
Prickett
Grandma Holsinger
Vaudette
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