New Paris Murder Case Draws In Community
Erastus Paul a 33 year old New Paris barber shot on a sidewalk near his home. Harry Toms 24, jewelry shop owner, claims self defense and no knowledge of Paul’s identity. Coroner reports a struggle with bruises and a severed artery in Paul’s left side. Grand jury to hear case as Toms is held without a hearing.
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Erastus Paul
Barber
Harry Toms
Paul
Toms
E. A. Dausman
New Paris
Benjamin Toms
Young Toms
A. Dausman
Elkhart Prairie
George W. Cart
John Reynolds
Ernest Cline
Fisher Bros
Reynolds
David Immel
Mamie Stouder
Robinson’s Circus
Goshen
Dewey
Cold Circus Day Sees Crowds Dwindle In Harsh Weather
The Robinson circus faced unusually cold conditions in Goshen and Go shen yesterday with crowds smaller than usual. Yet afternoon and evening performances drew praise for merit and novelty. The show then moved on to LaPorte this morning aboard 34 cars, while attempts to buy horses in Goshen included offers to the fire department and to George Evans. The seating system, featuring rear chairs with high backs, earned praise as a notable innovation by Billy Curtis.
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Goshen
Affort
Robinson
LaPorte
George Evans
Robinson Circus
Billy Curtis
Sudden Death of Farmer John C. Bender Near Home
The body of John C. Bender, 60, well known farmer of Bango Township, was found in a field near his home last night after neighbors organized a search. He had left home at noon to visit Jacob Hauenstine and likely suffered a heart failure while en route. He leaves a wife and several children.
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Toms
Louis Immel
Paul
Charlie’s Corner
George Cart
John C. Bender
Bango
Bender
Jacob Hauenstine
Hauenstine
Indulgence is Asked Owing to Paper Shortage
The Daily Democrat was not delivered to many patrons last night due to a paper shortage. The Weekly Democrat, which carries the same local news, is mailed to subscribers today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Democrat
Weekly Democrat
Sheriff blocks surrender of Perrys in theft case
In St. Joseph circuit court the sheriff refused to surrender the Perrys jailed in South Bend for theft at Osceola. Federal authorities sought the Perrys on the charge of stealing mail boxes.
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St. Joseph
Perrys
South Bend
Osceola
Chimney Fire at Kauffman Hospital on Fast Lincoln Avenue
Fire department responded shortly after six on Thursday to the Kauffman hospital on Fast Lincoln avenue for a chimney burning out. Firefighters were not needed as the flames were extinguished or contained before arrival.
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Kauffman’ Hospital
Lincoln Avenue
Supreme Court Reverses Kline Varies Case in Indianapolis
The supreme court in Indianapolis reversed the decision of Jno J Kline versus A B Hagey. In the same court a petition for a ditch was dismissed.
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Jno
Beauty Contest Prize Awarded to Ruth Biggs
Ruth Biggs who fled her South Bend home and was captured in Elkhart earned third place in the South Bend Tribune beauty contest.
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Ruth Biggs
South Bend
Elkhart
South Bend Tribune
Marriage Licenses Issued in Goshen
A.J. Berkey of Goshen aged 47 wed Edith Kindle also of Goshen aged 44 in a marriage license record.
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A.J. Berkey
Goshen
Edith Kindle
Wanted Girls and Women Learn Glove Making
Help wanted for girls and women to learn glove making at the Boreal Mfg Co offices. Liberal salary offered. Apply at Boreal Manufacturing Company offices.
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Boreal Mfg. Co
Wanted 100 Bushels of Oats at Lesh Farm
Classified notice seeks 100 bushels of oats to be delivered to the Lesh farm from D. H. Mast. The listing notes the request is urgent and specifies the seller’s location.
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Lesh
D.H. Mast
Early Decision Arguments Heard On Supreme Court
Attorneys from Elkhart South Bend Goshen and Indianapolis argued before the Supreme Court in Indianapolis today over the new superior tribunal. Judge J M Vanfleet P L Turner and James H State led defense while James S Drake Lou W Vail and E D Salsbury led the opposition. A decision is expected within ten days. Representatives Harman Hile Proctor and Baker who introduced the bill were present.
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Supreme Court
Indianapolis
J. M. Vanfieet
P. L. Turner
James H. State
Excitement at McKie Place Saloon Brawl Ends
Frederick Klein an Elkhart umbrella mender was assaulted with a beer bottle in the McKie place saloon on West Lincoln Avenue yesterday afternoon. He was taken to a local hospital, arraigned for intoxication, fined $15, and it emerged he had escaped from the Elkhart city hospital where he was a trusty. A number of warrants were issued for participants and a murder rumor circulated.
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McKie Place
Lincoln Avenue
Frederick Klein
Elkhart
Marshal Self
Justice Whisler
Klein
Syracuse Case Reversed in Cement Plant Accident Suit
The case Lambert Rice versus Sandusky Portland Cement Co. of Syracuse was reversed by the higher court. Rice had been awarded 500 dollars in Kosciusko County circuit court. attorneys Frazer Biggs Frazer appealed alleging errors in trial instructions.
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Syracuse
Lambert Rice
Sandusky Portland Cement Co
Rice
Kosciusko County
Frazer, Biggs & Frazer
Calvine Performs Escape Act At Irwin Tonight
Prof Calvine will attempt to escape from a securely nailed box in front of the Irwin theatre after the first performance. The stunt has drawn crowds and high interest from spectators who expect a successful release.
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Prof. Calvine
Irwin
Prof
Calvine
Warner vs Schuyler Warner divorce suit filed
In a Superior Court action Rosa Warner seeks a divorce from Schuyler Warner alleging inhuman and cruel treatment since their marriage on March 19 1904 and separation on November 12 1906. No children and no alimony requested.
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Superior Court
Rosa Warner
Schuyler Warner
Divorce Granted to Mrs Walter Brown in Indianapolis
Mrs Walter Brown formerly Bertha Collins receives a divorce decree in the superior court in Indianapolis. She is sister of Wilson Collins who is jailed for the Elmhurst bank collapse.
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Walter Brown
Elkhart Bank
Indianapolis
Bertha Collins
Wilson Collins
Goshen Star Sam Starbuck Qualifies for Richmond State Meet
Goshen High athlete Sam Starbuck, who won gold medals at the Northern Indiana meet at Notre Dame, has entered the state meet to be held in Richmond.
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Sam Starbuck
Goshen
Indiana
Notre Dame
Richmond
Goshen Boy Gerald Garvey Performs Extra Clogging Number
Gérald Garvey of Goshen will present an extra clog dancing number. He is described as a good dancer and many will doubtless come to see the performance.
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Irwin
Gérald Garvey
Gerald
Gray-Grey Baby Born in Denison Texas
Birth notice for Mr and Mrs Edward C Gray of Denison Texas announcing the birth of a son Mrs Gray formerly Edith Schadt daughter of J P Schadt formerly of Goshen
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Edward C. Gray
Denison
Texas
Special cut on all suits at Lion Store Saturday
Lion Store advertises a special cut on all men and boys suits set for Saturday with emphasis on tailored fitting and style options offered in the store captions.
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Lion Store
Ulrey and Beaver Deliver Coal and Cement on Short Notice
Ulrey and Beaver supplied coal feed and cement on short notice, meeting urgent demand. The delivery highlights quick response and reliability in logistics for industrial users.
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Ulrey_& Beaver
Frank M Hatch to Speak at Goshen Y M C A Meeting
Frank M Hatch circulation manager of the South Bend Tribune will deliver an address at a Goshen Young Men's Christian Association meeting next Sunday. He is noted for his work in Y M C A movements and will help kindle local enthusiasm for a Y M C A organization.
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Goshen
Frank M. Hatch
South Bend Tribune
Hatch
Judge Brown to lead boys meeting at Winona Lake
Judge Willis Brown of Salt Lake City, juvenile court judge and author of Utah's juvenile court law, will manage a boys city at Winona Lake this summer and will visit here through Dr. Sol C. Dickey to lead the Sunday afternoon boys meeting.
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Willis Brown
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake
Utah
Winona Lake
Sol. C. Dickey
Miss Wilma Dierdorff 21 Dead In Goshen Home
Dierdorff Miss Wilma aged 21 died at 4 15 this morning at her mother Elizabeth Dierdorffs 112 East Douglas Goshen after long illness. She was a Goshen High School 1905 graduate and years of post work. Survived by sister Edna Dierdorff teacher. Funeral from the house at two o'clock Monday with Rev Mayor of the First M E church officiating.
Horsemen's Mutual Insurance selects officers and reports year results
The Horsemen's Mutual Insurance Co elected officers with A C Scott as President, E B Zigler as Vice President, Jacob Oberholtzer as Secretary, and Charles L Dinehart as Treasurer. The company wrote 765000 in coverage and paid 5163 in losses in the year.
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the Horsemen’s Mutual Insurance Co
A. C. Scott
North Webster
Ind
E. B. Zigler
Elkhart
Jacob Oberholtzer
Charles L. Dinehart
One Pocket Picked at Circus Day Parade
The city yesterday saw few thugs during the circus day. Only one robbery occurred as Mrs. J. A. Snapp was jostled in the crowd and relieved of her pocketbook. It was later found in an alley with contents missing except for a small amount of change.
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J. A. Snapp
Smallpox Misstatement In Firestone Family
The Democrat erred in reporting Isaac Firestone had smallpox. The patient is Harley Firestone, nephew of Isaac, staying at his father Samuel Firestone’s home.
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Democrat
Isaac Firestone
Harley Firestone
Samuel Firestone
Mrs Emily Malloy Barrett Dies in California
Mrs Emily Malloy Barrett widow of Editor Malloy and half sister of Tony Barrett of South Bend died at Cedarville California where she was an evangelist. She was 35 years ago editor of the Elkhart Morning Observer.
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California
Emily Malloy Barrett
Tony Barrett
South Bend
Malloy
The
Elkhart Morning Observer
Cedarville
Cal
Vaudette Presents Top Progr ams With Songs
The Vaudette will present Friday and Saturday one of its best programs yet at the playhouse. Moving pictures The Hog in Society The Hero and The Paris Students will be shown and Miss Lyman will sing the illustrated song Why Don't You Try.
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Vaudette
Paris
Vaudette Night at the Lion Store Offers Bargains
Readable text advertises ladies hose at 7 cents per pair and Heatherbloom skirts for 1.79 with appeal to view 10 cent hose for boys. It promotes the Vaudette and invites readers to visit tonight at the Lion Store for big bar gains and discounts.
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Heatherbloom
Anr - Lion Store
Elkhart Woman Heir Heads for Holland Wealth Fight
Mrs. Catherine Firestone of Elkhart, an heir to a Holland estate worth potentially 80 million dollars, travels from Chicago to Holland to investigate. Her daughter, also in on the matter, reports vast wealth. Chauncey Depew’s wife is named among the heirs and her husband supports early distribution.
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Catherine Firestone
Elkhart
Holland
Firestone
Chicago
Chauncey Depew
New York
Goshen Varsity Triumphs 3 1 At Tonawanda Diamond
Goshen won 3 to 1 over Bronson Halls yesterday afternoon at the Tonawanda diamond in a close contest. The standout was pitcher Duffy Landgreaver who fanned 13 and escaped danger in key moments. Goshen High school remains undefeated this season.
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Goshen
Bronson Halls
Tonawanda
Partners form firm to run electric business in city
O. D. Howell and Sidney Mew announce a partnership to operate a general electric business. They will open a store at 110 East Washington street offering electric wiring and electrical supplies, leveraging their experience to achieve success.
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O. D. Howell
Sidney Mew
General Electric
East Washington Street
Cal Sinninger Arrested for Mail Bombshell Indictment
Cal Sinninger once with Goshen Times and Bremen Enquirer now editor of the Fowlerton Review is under arrest on a federal grand jury indictment accusing him of using the mails to circulate papers with scurrilous attacks on Fowlerton residents.
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Cal Sinninger
Goshen Times
The
Bremen Enquirer
Fowlerton
Peace Conference Trip Leaders from Goshen College
President Byers left for Cincinnati to attend the intercollegiate peace conference. Three Goshen students P. D. Summers W. W. Oesch and H. B. Reed also departed for the same meeting with Reed speaking in the oratorical contests.
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Peace Commission
Byers
Goshen College
Cincinnati
P. D. Summers
W. W. Oesch
H. B. Reed
To Give Exhibitions at Elkhart Memorial Day Meet
D H Mast of the Model Pacing Stables will take Hal Dillard 2 04% and Hiastic Pointer 2 06%4 to Elkhart for exhibition races on Memorial Day.
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D. H. Mast
Model Pacing Stables
Lesh Farm
Hal Dillard
Hiastic Pointer
Elkhart
Merger Off in Indianapolis Bell Home Talks
In Indianapolis yesterday the proposed Bell Home telephone merger in Indiana was declared off by the Independent Interests.
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Indianapolis
Bell Home Telephone
Indiana
Berkey and Kindle Wed by Rev Parker
Albert J Berkey and Mrs Edith Kindle were married last night by the Rev Parker. The couple will reside in Goshen.
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Albert J. Berkey
Edith Kindle
Parker
Goshen
Personal notes from Goshen residents and visitors
Clint Tiedeman went to Chicago this morning. George D. Hawks departed for the Pacific coast this afternoon. Mrs 0 G Baur returned to Bremen after visiting Mr and Mrs M V Kesler. Mrs M V Kesler leaves tomorrow for Chicago to spend a week with her children. Mrs Coble returned to Servia Ind this morning after visiting Mrs H R Gingrich. Harriet Middleton returned to Servia Ind this morning after visiting Mr and Mrs Wm Pratt. John D Renes of Milford Neb and Mrs C Mizer of Walloon Lake Mich, were guests of Mr and Mrs D J Troyer this morning and returned home. R H Hollingwood, past grand master of the Grand Order of the Odd Fellows, who has been in Goshen on official business, returned to Indianapolis this morning. He was accompanied by D J Troyer, who will attend a committee meeting of the order in Indianapolis. Wanted Girl for general house work Call after 6 p m at 18 South Third street.
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Clint Tiedeman
Chicago
George D. Hawks
Pacific Coast
0. G. Baur
M. V. Kesler
Bremen
Coble
H. R. Gingrich
Servia
Ind
Harriett Middleton
Wm. Pratt
John D. Renes
Milford
Neb
C. ‘Mizer
Walloon Lake
Mich
D. J. Troyer
R. H. Hollingwood
Grand Order of the Odd Fellows
Goshen
Indianapolis
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Benjamin Franklin Paul
Addie Hanselman
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Bert Carman
Preston Davis
Chas. Paul
Eisenheiss
Benton
Rodney Scarlett
Henry Juliard
Pa“iz
Club Toms
Smith & Wesson
Carl
Cart’s
Elmer Whitehead
John Conrad
Reynolds Place
David
Mmel
Tragis
Try
Middlebury Street
Farmer
Blue Front
Umbrella Mender
Starbuck
Mortuary Record
Record of Insurance
Bronson Hall
Callater
South Third Street
Syst
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