Winona Interurban Plans Progress Across Columbia County
Plans for the Winona to Fort Wayne electric road advance with the line nearly connected between the Rarick and Dordorf farms and a potential cross-town route via South Whitley. Col City subsidy talks, governance changes, and capital hikes loom as Columbus Township weighs Dickey’s proposals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winona Interurban Railway Company
Rarick
Dardorff Farms
Northern Indiana Railway Company
Goshen
Warsaw
Columbia City
Sul €. Dickey
Winona
Winona & Fort Wayne
South Whitley
Cleveland Township
Columbia Township
Dickey
Winona Company
Huntington
Columbia City & Northwestern
Fire damages house on Mill Street. quick response limits loss
This afternoon at 2 o clock a fire at a Mill Street house owned by Hi rac Boomershine and occupied by the Trever family from the country damaged the second story, likely caused by a defective chimney. Fire department arrived promptly, extinguishing the flames in minutes. first floor largely undamaged, overall loss slight due to swift action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hirac Boomershine
Mill Street
Trever
Obituary notices for Musselman and Knapp
Mrs. Ed Musselman died this forenoon at her home near Millersburg after a long illness. Clara Gangner, age around 29, leaves a husband, three daughters, and seven relatives. John W. Knapp, born August 11 1819, died this morning at 642 North Fifth Street after a long rheumatic illness and a brain hemorrhage. He leaves a wife, three sons, a daughter, and a daughter in law. funeral Monday at 10:30 from Fifth Avenue M E church with burial at Oak Ridge Cemetery by Howell Post, G A R.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Musselman
Ed Musselman
Millersburg
Clara Gangner
Joan Shaffer
Arthur Cripe
Kauffman
Manceiona
22Nd
Ohio Battery of Light Artillery
Emily Dawley
Vinton
Joseph
Harry Knapp
William Deacon
Berrien Springs
Mich
Fifth Avenue M. E
Oak Ridge Cemeery
Howell Post, G. A. R
Marriage Invitations Sent for Miss Edith Studebaker and Irving Gingerich
Society notes announce invitations issued for the marriage of Miss Edith Studebaker to Irving Gingerich on June 6 at Mrs Henry Studebaker's home in South Bend Goshen society circles note the event and wide invitation outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Studebaker
Irving Gingerich
Henry Studebaker
South Bend
Miss Studebaker
Goshen
Fresh Water Fish Catch Slows at Local Markets
Fresh water fish are not as plentiful as last month. Dealers report small catches due to unfavourable conditions at fishing grounds and certain fish being hard to obtain. Catfish in particular have been scarce for some time and arrivals remain reduced from recent weeks.
Dog Purchase Talks in Goshen
Messrs Thomas and Hall of the reoriented 4 Paw Sells Bros circus visited Goshen yesterday and opened negotiations to buy Trouble the tree climbing dog from Frank D. Foulks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Thomas and Hall
Funeral of Mrs Williamson at Fifth Avenue church
The funeral of Mrs. W. W. Williamson will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 30 o'clock at the Fifth Avenue M E church. Interment will follow in Oak Ridge cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamson
W. W. Williamson
Fifth Avenue M. E. Church
Oak Ridge Cemetery
Rain Focuses On Syracuse Area Farm Weather
A farmer near Syracuse reports only light rainfall for a month or more, as recent days remain wet in focus of local weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
Man Falls From Street Car Backward in South Bend
Louis Sandock stepped off a moving South Bend street car backward and fractured his skull. He remained unconscious and his condition was described as likely fatal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Sandock
South Bend
City Car Hits Amex Delivery Wagon on Main Street
A city car struck an American Express delivery wagon on North Main street this morning. Officials reported no serious damage or injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Express Co
Delivey
North Main Street
St Joseph County Funds 4000 For Northern Indiana History Society Quarters
St Joseph County will allocate 4000 to provide adequate quarters for the Northern Indiana Historical Society. The move covers facility improvements and secure space for archives and activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph County
Northern Indiana Historical Society
Improve Court Park With Fountains And Flower Beds
Citizens urge Court Park restoration after court house reconstruction damaged the west side. Proposals seek 590 to 1000 for grazing, sodding, flower beds, and fountains, hoping private donors may fund a fountain. Small parks at Main intersections also require immediate attention to avoid further disgrace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court Park
Court House
Main
Sixth Streets
Seventh
Fifth
Investigating Divorce Record At Kalamazoo Court
A Kalamazoo man visited the court house yesterday while his wife seeks separation. Her two prior marriages include Arthur Adams and Osler. Ada Adams received a decree from Arthur Adams on July 7, 1898. Francis O Peoples pleaded guilty to petit larceny in Elkhart and was jailed one day fined 549 and disfranchised two years. Fi Murphy, a tramp printer, intoxicated, jailed then expelled. Replevin case filed between Joseph and William Habiski over a tent used by Lake Shore graders. Estate of Florence Morgan and petition to sell real estate noted. Guardianship for John Ley unsound mind with bond and property sale ordered. Names: Orie M Shannon Benton 29 Nora M Blue Syracuse 19 Warren T Berkey Goshen 39 Effie Rensberger Elkhart county 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur B. Shepard
Cleveland
Chicago
Toledo Interurban Company
F. B. Perkins
Toledo
Frank L. Welsheimer
Auburn
Fort Wayne
Garrett
Waterloo
Kendallville
General Eectric Company
Niles
Benton Harbor
Huntington
E. V. Fitzpatrick
J. P. Dolan
Syracuse
W. D. Mock
Philip Bechtel
John Kline
North Webster
Willis A. Jones
Charles E. Merrifield
D. Weist
Art Beyer
Indianapolis
O. P. Jones
Hecla
Kalamazoo, Mich
Arthur Adams
Osler
Kalamazoo
Adams
Ada Adams
Francis O. Peoples
Lake Shore Company
Elkhart
Whisler
Fi Murphy
Eer Cobbin
Marshal Heard
Josph Habiski
South Bend
William M Habiski
Lake Shore
Florence Morgan
Admr
John Ley
Walter S. Hazelton
T. T. Snett
A. C Moyer
O'rie M. Shannon
Benton
Nora M. Blue
Warren T. Berkey
Goshen
Effie Rensberger
Elkhart County
Silvers May Yet Win Out In Local Sheriff Race
Elkhart politicos back Chief Silvers for the Republican sheriff nomination foresee a victory next Thursday and begin jockeying to choose his successor. Ex-Fire Chief Sanford mobilizes as Silvers’ strongest backer and would become chief if Silvers wins. A final track meet between Corby Hall Notre Dame and Elkhart High at Driving Park was delayed by a 1:50 thunderstorm. Leonard sells stake in Bentz store to Harry Snell forming Bentz & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Silvers
Sanford
Corby Hall
Notre Dame
Elkhart High School
Elkaart
Selis
Charles Leonard
Leonard
Bentz
Harry Snell
Bugi Ne&’s
Bentz & Co
Storm Ravages Marion and Vicinity
A violent storm struck Marion and nearby areas this afternoon causing heavy damage and power outages. Local officials report significant structural damage and cleanup efforts are underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
City Council Adopts Bills at Last Monday Meeting
The city council approved several ordinances at its regular meeting held last Monday evening. Members debated funding allocations and passed measures to streamline zoning procedures and public works projects.
Fell in Love With Nurse
Clarence Stadler of the Wabash Railroad and Ellen Richer of North Manchester wed in Wabusa, officiated by Rev. Asher S. Preston. The romance began during Mrs Louise Stadler’s illness with typhoid fever and involved Mrs Richer caring for the patient and inducing a fast courtship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Stadler
Wabash Railroad
Woolburn
Ellen Richer
North Manchester
Wabusa
Asher S. Preston
M. E. Church
Louise Stadler
Elkhart Driving Club to Open Park May 30
The new Elkhart Driving Club will open its Driving Park on Decoration Day Wednesday May 30 with harness races a four ball exhibition between South Bend Reserves and Krumpetz Famous Giants and a concert by the Ladies Bon Ton band. Electric cars will run direct to the park entrance and heavy attendance is expected from towns along the interurban.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Elkhart Driving Club
South Bend
Krumpetz Famous Giants
Ridicules Independence in Nappanee Politics
Nappanee politics are described as a fiasco with independent and citizens movements discredited by both major parties. The Goshen Democrat mocks independence as a joke, while the Nappanee Advance criticizes the graft exposure and calls the current leadership incompetent and self serving. The Advance editor is ridiculed for past campaign bluffs and alleged misuse of funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nappanee
Goshen Democrat
Citizens
Timt
Gorers
Elkhart School Board Protests Teachers at Dances
The Elkhart school board disapproves of teachers attending dances and other dissipation that unfit them for duties. It warns that continuation may be grounds for removing teachers in service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart School Board
Here and There: Local deaths and events across towns
Hubert Gerner aged 19 and Jacob Shuman died in Michigan and Detroit hospitals respectively while the Huntington couple’s daughter survived a Siniment incident. Nelson Kathan and Rose Gyger wed in Logansport. civil war veteran nearly blind. Wabash robbers Jake Patterson and Martin Williams sentenced to up to fourteen years. Angola to elect first mayor with citizens and Republican tickets contesting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hubert Gerner
Karl Gerner
Waterloo Dawn
Jacob Shuman
Walcottville
Detroit
Jesse Tuttle
Huntington
Nelson K. Kathan
Rose L. Gyger
Logansport
Jake Patterson
Martin Williams
Wabash
Jeffersonville Reformatory
Angola
Citizens
LaPorte County Historical Society Advances in History Efforts
The LaPorte County Historical Society formed last winter is collecting reminiscences records and relics of the county. It already holds a valuable collection of documents and artifacts and expects these to gain value with time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaPorte County Historical Society
State Medical Association elects officers at Winona meeting
At the closing session in Winona yesterday the State Medical Association elected officers. President George W. Cook of Indianapolis was chosen, with vice president George W. Porter of Elkhart, secretary F. C. Heath of Indianapolis, and treasurer A. D. Bulson of Fort Wayne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
State Medical Association
Winona
George W. Cook
Indianapolis
George W. Porter
Elkhart
F. C. Heath
Rogers Goshen Band Opens Outdoor Concert Season
The Rogers Goshen band held the second open air concert of the season last night. A pavilion was set up at the corner of Main and Washington streets and a large crowd attended as the program delighted the audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogers’ Goshen Band
Main
Washington Streets
First Baptist Church Announces Sunday Services
Miss Ella McLaurin will speak at the Baptist church Sunday morning assisting the pastor in giving a report of the anniversaries. Special music by the choir in the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Ella McLaurin
The
Baptist Church
New Dentist Opens Practice in Middlebury
Dr Ballou son of Otla L Ballou of Lagrange and Indiana Dental College graduate will locate in Middlebury to practice dentistry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Ballou
Otla L. Ballou
Lagrange
Indiana Dental College
Middlebury
Swart Orders Address Change From Santa Anna to Redlands
Gerritt K. Swart has ordered his registered address changed from Santa Anna California to Redlands California. The notice records Swart's move and the new residence details for official purposes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerritt K. Swart
Santa Anna
Cal
Redlands
Studebaker Buys Chicago Corner Lot From Cudahy
J M Studebaker Sr of South Bend buys the southwest corner of Indiana Avenue and Thirty first Street Chicago from Joan Cudahy for 3125 000. The 150 by 161 5 foot lot carries old improvements and will be upgraded with a modern building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Joan Cudahy
J. M. Studebaker, Sr
South Bend
Indiana
Thirty-first Street
Indiana Avenue
Studebaker
Will Exchange Pulpits Tomorrow Between Syracuse Benton
Rev Luther Hogshead will preach at Syracuse and Benton tomorrow and administer communion at both places. Student Myers from the Chicago seminary will fill the First English Lutheran pulpit in both morning and evening and will also preach at Wells Memorial Lutheran church tomorrow at 2 30 in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Hogshead
Syracuse
Benton
First English Lutheran Church
Myers
Chicago Seminary
Wells Memorial Lutheran Church
Fair Dates Spread Across Indiana Towns
The schedule lists fair dates for LaPorte and Angola from August 28 to September 7, Indiana State fair runs September 10, Fort Wayne events September 18 to 22, with Kendallville September 24 to 28 and North Manchester October 2 to 6. Bremen Hillsdale and Hillsdale share October 2 to 6 slots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaPorte
Angola
Indiana
Fort Wayne
Kendallville
North Manchester
Bremen
Hillsdale
Hottest May of Many Years Record Set in 1906
The May of 1906 will be remembered as the hottest in years for this region. Early in the month temperatures have already surpassed levels seen in entire seasons, indicating unusually warm weather for the area.
Indianapolis Excursion on the Big Four
An excursion to Indianapolis is offered on the Big Four. Fare for the round trip is $1.50. The train departs at 6 45 a m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Big Four
Blue Smoke 5 Cent Cigar Rated Best in Market
The Blue Smoke 5 cent cigar is described as not only one of the best cigars on the market but the best overall.
New School House Planned for Culver Eight Rooms
Culver school authorities will build an eight room school house at a cost of 16900 dollars. A citizen will fund the project after which the town will repay in yearly installments of 800 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Culver
Walter Meyer Restored to Second in Goshen Jump
Walter Meyer, who placed second in the Goshen track jump, was declared out by error but has been reinstated and today received the medal he earned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaPorte Herald
Walter Meyer
Goshen
Kronk and Cornell Settle Car Collision Claim
Josiah W Kronk and John W Cornell, hurt in an interurban collision at Lafayette, settled with the company for 15 each and released all damages. Kronk could be discharged today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josiah W. Kronk
John W. Cornell
Lafayette
Mr. Kronk
Lake Shore to Annul Trains on Memorial Day
Supt J R Horgan of the Lake Shore posts a bulletin annulling certain trains on May 30 Memorial Day and instructs traffic managers to give employees as much of a holiday as possible that day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Horgan
Lake Shore
Trafic
Veterans groups plan Memorial Day exercises
All Spanish American War veterans and the Sons of Veterans are to meet in the council chamber at 3 p m Sunday to arrange for Memorial Day exercises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Sons of Veterans
Council Chamber
Miller brings curious shout to New Carlisle
A peculiar shout from New Carlisle yesterday draws attention to a one headed creature with two bodies eight legs and four ears described as a three day old novelty by onlookers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Miller
New Carlisle
Excursion to Indianapolis Tomorrow
A planned excursion departs tomorrow with the train leaving at 5 45 a m. Travelers are advised to arrive early and check the station schedule for any delays or platform changes.
Prominent Democrat William M Croan Visits City
William M Croan, formerly editor of the Anderson Democrat, is in the city. He now serves as general manager of the Liberal Life Insurance Co of Indiana and remains a noted figure in Democratic circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William M. Croan
Anderson Democrat
Mr. Croan
Liberal Life Insurance Co
Indiana
Wanted Middle Aged Woman for Tan Washing at Hotel Hascall
A want ad fragment requests a middle aged woman for tan washing at Hotel Hascall. No further details are readable.
Uncle Tom's Cabin draws sparse Jefferson crowd
Al W. Martins production at the Jefferson drew a poor house last night though the presentation ranked among the best in some time. Woody Van played Uncle Tom and Elsie Dahlman was Eva in a four act, twelve scene show with a tableau. Hot weather kept the U. T. C. turnout down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al W. Martin
the Jefferson
Woody van
Uncle Tom
Little Elsie Dahlman
Eva
Studio Break-In At Max Friederang's NYC Studio
Thieves entered the studio of Max Friederang in New York City, aiming to steal his discovery that could reproduce the work of old masters. Friederang married Clara Trump of this city and decorated the Reformed church here as well as the home of W. D. Platter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Friederang
New York City
Mr. Friederang
Clara Trump
W. D. Platter
Horceless carriage seen in Chicago forenoon novel style
A Chicago man was seen in the city this forenoon driving a high wheeled vehicle with no tongue or shafts. The craft resembled a top carriage and was described as a horceless carriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Inbody Moves From Goshen To Elk Hart
Mr and Mrs Inbody of Goshen relocate to Elk Hart as Mr Inbody accepts a position with Warren Hill. The move marks a new chapter for the family in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Inbody
Goshen
Warren Hill
Social notes list visiting friends and travel across several cities
Numerous individuals including Joe Knox, Miss Jeannette Wilson, and Mrs. A C Loomis are listed as visiting or returning from trips in Chicago Akron Syracuse Fort Wayne and other towns. Families and clergy frequent shifts between Warsee Green and nearby communities as relatives and guests travel with wedding plans and funeral arrangements noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Knox
Chicago
A. C. Loomis
Akron
George M. Richardson
E. Pees
Cincinnati
Abe Peck
W.C. Kemp
Chillren
Claypool
Henry Myers
Syracuse
Austin Grisamer
Familis
AS. Menaugh
Loree
Miami County
D. F. Kuhn
Fort Warne
Jeannette Wilson
F. W. Nichols
Three South Bend Deaths Reported in Sudden Tragedy
Andrew Longley of St. Joseph county died near South Bend aged 33. Paul Berndt 54, a Studebaker employee, died yesterday in South Bend. Mrs Edward Housekeeper 26 also died in South Bend yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Longley
St. Joseph County
South Bend
Paul Berndt
Studebaker
Edward Housekeeper
Not Permanent Cleanup Plan for Citywide Garbage Haul
The idea of teams to haul away garbage on citywide days is not a permanent arrangement. It was carried out at the request of the city beautiful and sanitary committee to give the town a general summer cleaning and to minimize expense for property owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Beautiful and Sanitary Committee
Local Real Estate Transfers From Elkhart and Nappanee
L Cobbum and wife transfer to John A Ocker a lot in Elkhart for 350 dollars Sophia Miller transfers to B D Hogenboom a lot in Nappanee for 1500 dollars Harden D Markel and wife transfer to Bart B Nellist and wife a lot in Elkhart for 150 dollars Mary J Jauriet transfers to Geo C Kistner and Mathias Kistner a lot in Elkhart for 5000 dollars
Taree Light Club Organized at Wawasee
The Taree Light club of Wawasee is formed for social purposes with directors Geo. S. Cobb R. B. Burk and F. E. Marsh. Clubs are multiplying in and around Wawasee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taree Light Club of
Wawasee
Geo. S. Cobb
R. B. Burk
F. E. Marsh
Big Four Brief Notes Acknowledge Small Fare Change
The clipping notes a minor fare adjustment tied to the Big Four. An amount of $1.50 is highlighted as a favored or approved figure, with no further details on date or applying entities.
Last Chance to See Fun Bill at Vaudeville
Tonight the vaudeville offers a final view of a broadly praised fun bill with the prospect of the funniest act and even an illustrated song eliciting laughter from all attendees.
King of P rufts lodge building corner stone laid
The new K of P lodge building corner stone will be laid in Indianapolis at 2 30 p m Sunday. There will be no parade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. of P. Lodge Building
Corner &Tone
Indianapols
Keipp Family Reunion Hopes All Children Attend
The family of V. Keipp plans a reunion hoping most of the children will be home. The event emphasizes gathering relatives and shared memories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
V. Keipp
Mrs Jason Rameby in Critical Condition
Mrs Jason Rameby of South Eighth street is critically ill. Local health authorities report her condition as serious and ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jason Rameby
South Eighth Street
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Columbia Cty
Northern Indiana Company
Northern Indiana Co
Clinton Street
Parkside
Clinton and
Fifth Streets
Lincolin Avenue
Mortuary Record
Society Notes
T. J. Beckne
D. Stickler
John Walters
Max Lavely
D. Steckler
O. Watts
Austin-Western Co
Thomas Albright Co
U. Tel. Co
Oppenheim & Son
Tay W. W. Hatch
Wrson & Akers
Watts
O. M. Curtis
Rust & Self
Burt Buter
Ab Snyder
E. Hahn
Arnold
H. Berkey
Ab Mock
Art Davis
Hawks Electric Co
Albert Snyder
Hannis Electric Co
Hawks Hardware
Nail Meter Co
Jno
Weaver
T Stonex
Wim Bertch
Jacob Rutz
San. Inbodys Mil
Ben Bender
Ben C. Bender
A.C. Heatna
David Cobbum
Tresurer
A. D. Bulson
Uncle Tom's Cabin
D. J. Jogos
Greentown
Hawari County
Grace Morningstar
Willis Nasbaum
Gertrude Berkey
Wapakoneta
Maude Smith
Jesse Judas
Albert Carpenter
Canada
Charles Simmons
Charles Krug
James Cole
Adolph Winkle
South Ninth Street
Logan Pritchard
Charleston
F. M Williams
Hannibal
Oscar Jay
Aragon
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