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Newspaper

Goshen Daily Democrat

Location

Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1908

Page

5

Political Rally Set with Bell Hering Marshall in Goshen

A large crowd is expected at the Jefferson Theatre as Theodore Bell of California and Frank B. Herring of South Bend arrive from Fort Wayne to speak at 8 pm. They come ahead of Thomas R. Marshall who will campaign locally including Goshen Nappanee Elkhart and South Bend with multiple speeches daily.

Theodore Bell California Frank B. Herring South Bend Goshen Ft. Wayne Pennsylvania Warsaw Winona Jefferson Theatre Messrs. Bell and Hering Hikhart Bryan, Kern and Marshall Club Marshall Thomas R. Marshall Nappanee Elkhart Marshal Ds Denver Cal Frank E. Hering Goshen and Vicinity Jefferson Theater

City Engineer Witt to Submit Fifth Street Paving Assessment

City Engineer Witt will present the Fifth Street Westromite paving assessment roll at the next regular council meeting. Frontage measures 6,851 feet with total improvement costs $31,670.74 and $1.73 per square yard. Pavement $28,695.96, curb and gutter $2,773.98, retaining stone $200.80. There are 14 street and alley intersections. City assessment excluding Fifth Street School and Carnegie Library totals $1,259.93.

Witt Fifth Street Carnegie

Indiana Association of Weeklies Formed at City Meeting

An editorial meeting in Go shen at Hotel Hascall yesterday led to the organization of the Indiana Association of Weeklies. The body aims to unite and promote mutual interests among weeklies across the state with H F Harris of the Pierceton Record as temporary chair and J W Messimore of the Syracuse Register as secretary.

Goshen Hotel Hascall Indiana Association of Weeklies Hye H. F. Harris Pierceton Record Man J. W. Messimore Syracuse Register

Benton Township Democrats Convene for November Nominees

The Benton township Democrats and voters affiliating with them meet at the school house in Benton next Saturday night October 10 at 7 o'clock to nominate candidates for trustee and assessor. A large attendance is urged by organizers and local reports note the convention location and time.

Benton Township Benton

Kendallville Fair Ends Amid Cold Weather Racing

The Kendallville association reports a 14 000 attendance, down 6 000 from last year, despite chilly conditions. Final racing saw Danline win the 2 16 pace, King Only One take 2 24 trotting, Kitty Royal prevailing at 2 11 pace, with notable performances by Evans Jim Brown and other locals. Goshen riders plan future purses as neighboring fairs post mixed results.

Kendallville Fair Sorever George H. Evans Jim Brown Danline Chicago Evans Charles H. Method King Kitty Royal Tatters Goshen A. C. Brouse Kendallville Association Lagrange Wolcottville Fair Management Manchester John Trainor Robert N Fred Patchen Minne Garr Stich Marsha Bourbop Chorge H. Evans Milo Powers Jucile R John Cotherman Dillard Bourbon LaPorts Mivers Cassopolis Kendalivilly Bremen Hillsdale Rairty Fair Ligonier

Syracuse & Milford Railroad Expands Fleet With New Locomotive

The Syracuse and Milford railroad purchased another locomotive to handle growing business. It arrived last week and is in daily use as inspectors from the state railway commission gave a favorable report. Regular Milford to Syracuse passenger service will soon begin.

Syracuse

Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge Meets in Indianapolis

The Grand Lodge of the Knights of Pythias will convene in Indianapolis next Tuesday. Calanthe Lodge No. 41 from Goshen is represented by C. A. Estes Clark Bruce A. M. Farrell and W. H. Ackerman.

Grand Lodge Grand Lodge of the Knights of Pythias Indianapolis Calanthe Lodge No. 41 Goshen Clark Bruce A. M. Farrell W. H. Ackerman

Return of Paroled Syracuse Man Prompts Return to Institution

Floyd Migk of Syracuse, who stole a boat from Haines Hebert and was on parole in Plainfield, has been returned to the institution after his latest offense or breach.

Plainfield Floyd Migk Syracuse Haines Hebert

Corner Stone Laying For Miami County Court House

The corner stone for the Miami county court house, built by P. H. McCormack & Co., will be laid on Wednesday. Order your mill wood country wood hard and pool wood from L. Brooks.

Miami County Court House P. H. McCormack & Co L. 3 Brooks

Maybelle Snell McNamara Denies Snell Letters Link

Maybelle Snell McNamara the alleged niece of Col. Thomas Snell denies authorship of the Snell Letters and a $100,000 gift as well as any immoral influence. She contends visits to Clinton were friendly and that he was of sound mind. The case involves DeWitt county real estate and may be settled next term, with the estate valued at about $2,000,000 under the Minot tax law.

Clinton U. K Maybelle Snell McNamara Thomas Snell Clinton, I Maybelle Col. Snell DeWitt County Col Snell Richard Snell Circuit Court J. T. McNamara T. T. Snell State of Minots Snell

Goshen College Opens With Strong Attendance

The Goshen College opening day drew good attendance as residents registered. Represented states include Colorado, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, Virginia, Illinois, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, New York, Missouri and Minnesota. Marguerite Showalter of Harrisburg Virginia will head the Art department and has organized a class. Miss Helen Hawks leads French work and assists in Latin.

Goshen College Goshen Lourae Latta Carmine Moriarity Florence Blumberg Sadie Shirk Allen OF ‘Graaver Irwin C. Pooley Myrtle Peterson Aloysius Neu Hattie Steaty Beulah Manahan Florence Replogle Elizabeth Alderman Colorado Indiana Pennsylvania Ohio Maryland Virginia Illinois Kansas Iowa Nebraska New York Missouri Minnesota Marguerite Showalter Harrisburg Helen Hawks

Nusbaums run sanitarium plans tied to Storm Lake

Drs. David H. and Levi M. Nusbaum, once of Middleburg and now in Illinois, operate a large sanitarium project at Storm Lake Ja. They are brothers of JF Nusbaum, the Middlebury drug dealer, who is referenced as their kin. Dr. K. M. Nusbaum toured Europe visiting sanitariums and spent a year abroad.

David H Levi M. Nusbaum Middleburg Ilinois Storm Lake K. M. Nusbaum Europe Germany Switzerland JF. Nusbaum Middlebury

Melbourne Hill Injured After Motorcycle Fall on Main Street

Melbourne Hill fell from his motorcycle on Main Street yesterday afternoon and narrowly escaped serious injuries. Emergency responders attended the scene and Hill was treated for his minor injuries before being discharged.

Melbourne Hill Main Street

Transcript of Corpe Ditch Cage Session Noted by Deputy Auditor

Deputy Auditor Cook works on a transcript of the Corpe Ditch Cage case heard in the commissioners court. The document records testimony and proceedings from the recent session for official filing.

Cook Commissioners' Court

Frost Destroys Unstored Celery. Woman Dies in Michigan Suicide

Celery suffered heavy frost damage after Thursday night, with crops not yet gathered. A 46 year old woman, Blabarth Baker, reportedly committed suicide at Three Oaks Michigan by ingesting carbolic acid.

William Clason Bplarbeth Baker Three Oaks Mich

First Baptist Church Evening Sermon Theme

The First Baptist Church announces a Sunday evening service with the sermon titled Ne pendence on God and an address The Master of an Inapler of Life followed by coffee hour.

October Court Term Opens Quietly in Elkhart

The October term of the Elkhart circuit court begins Monday with Judge Dodge on the bench. 105 cases on the docket, 11 criminal actions, no juries called yet, and a rebuilt courtroom showing improvements. A local jail sentence of 15 days was imposed on John Marcum after he's found drunk in a West Lincoln saloon. his wife described long suffering from an habitual drunkard.

Elkhart Dodge Columbus O. Marcum Warsaw Mentone Wolcottville Shipghewang

Barnhart Seeks Congressional Seat With Active Campaign

Democratic candidate Barnhart travels the district during a four week push. He mails pamphlets to precincts, garners broad support across parties, and pledges a fair, unbound approach to represent all constituents responsibly.

Barnhart Lst

State ex rel Stauffer v Macomber verdict in custody case

In Superior Court the state case against Lloyd Macomber resulted in a verdict for the state. The court ordered the defendant to pay $300 for support of the unborn child and committed him to jail if payment is defaulted.

Lola’ D. Stauffer Lloyd Macomber

Widow's Pension Aid Cited in Court Recall

In court this morning Marcum showed a readiness to shift blame to his wife while seeking legal help. An attorney, after a brief consultation, declined to represent him.

Marcum

Death of Myrick Watts at 79 in Nebraska

Myrick Watts died Sunday in Auburn Nebraska at age 79. Funeral was Monday at Humboldt Nebraska. He moved from his county to Nebraska 23 years ago and had lived there ever since. Surviving are three sons and three daughters including Mrs W S Thomas of this city and William Watts of Ligonier. others live in the west.

Myrick Watts Auburn Neb Humboldt Nebraska W. S. Thomas William Watts Ligonier West

South Bend Wins Bid for State Labor Federation Convention

South Bend carried the vote 68 to 61 over Evansville with Lafayette at 24 as Vincennes adjourned the session after a strenuous meeting. Terre Haute withdrew from the contest and had little chance of success.

South Bend State Federation of Labor Vincennes Evansville Lafayette Terre Haute

Taft to Speak Here as Secretary Taft Planned Visit

South Bend Tribune reports District Chairman Graham, back from Chicago, conferred with the national Republican committee and arranged a Taft speaking tour in South Bend Elkhart and Goshen. Exact dates not announced.

Taft South Bend Graham Chicago National Republican Committee Elkhart Goshen

Bridge project to start for new park connected to Rogers' Goshen band

Work on the new bridge leading to the park to be established by Rogers' Goshen band will commence Monday morning. The first celebration in the park is planned for Arbor Day with George Kruts involved in the Kendal matter.

Rogers’ Goshen Band

Divorce actions and court settlement details

The jury took about ninety minutes to reach agreement. Carrie J. McGee was granted divorce from Robert L. McGee for drunkenness and cruelty. Emma Minard obtained a divorce from Geo. A. Minard for non support. Property rights settled out of court. Grace G. Westfall’s divorce case dismissed at plaintiff cost as defendant is dead. Receiver H. Church filed a current Hogan Cigar Co. report showing $7 091 33 on hand. Hotchkin creditors to receive their 10 percent share before further distribution.

Carrie J. McGee Robert L. McGee Emma Minard Geo. A. Minard Grace G Edward D. Westfall H. Church Hogan Cigar Co Hotchkin

Hotel panic as Clark threatens shoot up Standard

A man who gave the name Chrence R Clark, 21, threatened to shoot up the Standard hotel yesterday and forced a panic before being captured by Sergi Whiteman. He reportedly tried to elude capture and is jailed in Elkhart. Hotel staff say he demanded chop suey at Joy Lee's Chinese cafe before the incident.

Chrence R. Clark Standard Hotel Sergi. Whiteman Elkhart Clark St. Joe Street Joy Lee

Winona Lecturer Roasted by Gazette Editor

Prof. F. F. DeLong of Winona lectured at Mentone and was roasted in the Gazette by editor C. M. Smith. It is claimed DeLong made statements aimed at boys at a meeting advertised for men.

Winona F. F. DeLong Winone Mentone Gazette C. M. Smith DeLong

Nomination for DeKalb Senate Seats Amid Democratic Nominations

A report notes Judge Stephen Powers of DeKalb has been nominated by the Democrats for joint senatorial seats in DeKalb. Details remain sparse as the party confirms the slate and timing for the forthcoming election.

Oera the. Democrata

Community Notices and Visits Across Goshen Area

Local residents and visitors are noted in a string of brief sightings and travel. Weaver went to Waterford morning Rev I L Berkey traveled this afternoon. Residents includes Hoover in lersburg Kidder in South day Corwin Harts Miseera Stuart to North Manchester guest of Mita Grace Crowell. Mr and Mrs Lawrence moving to a farm near Topeka. Carl Whisler to Chicago to visit brother Aene. Rev Daniel Brenneman left for Bronson Mich for quarterly meeting. Mrs Theresa Kohler returning to Chicago. Mollie Altland and Lulu guest of Clarence Miller. Stroup visiting North Manchester for relatives and Stiver reunion. Joneses planning move to Syracuse for hotel management. Mrs A D Replogle returned to Elkheart. Mrs Sarah Wantz and Glorie back to Garrett from Goshen. Mrs John H Baler went to St Paul for funeral of niece Grace Thompson. Benedict Miller and family visiting C C Miller residents east of city, left for Holmes County. A J Quinn and Helen with A J Keith and Wilma at Keith cottage for Sunday. Showalter of Claypool visiting Goshen formerly a resident, runs a Claypool hotel. Mrs S J Zook of Goshen with Thut family in Kendallville. H W Eby of Goshen visiting Thut family. Potts back to Goshen after fair. Vance Crossley back to Goshen after visit. Nella Lane in Goshen for J D Myers funeral.

J. M. “Weaver I. L. Berkey Jacob ‘Hoover Lersburg H. F. “Kidder Busine Corwin ' Harts Miseera Stuart North Manzchester Mita Grace Crowell Lawrence Bristol Topeka Carl Whisler Chicago Aene Whisler Daniel Brenneman Bronson Mich Theresa Kohler Mollie Altland Daugnter Lulu Clarence Miller M. Stroup Manchester Stiver David Jones Syracuse Hureks A. D. Replogle David Replogle Elkhart Sarah A. Wantz Glorie Goshen Garrett John H. Baler St Paul Harry Hudson Grace Thompson Benedict Miller C. C. Miller Holmes County A. J. Quinn Helen A. J. Keith Wilma Wawasee Keith Cottage B. W. Showalter Claypool Showalter Middlebury J. Zook P. B. Thut H. W. Eby Kendallville

Local Health Notes On Community Residents

The commission of Frank S Miller, the contractor, continues to improve and recovery looks likely. The ten year old son of Joseph Crips of West Goshen with appendicitis is improving. Guy BH Miler is ill at Mrs. Millers mother Mrs Shulmier home near Sugar Grove. Hubert Huff, ill for several weeks, is slightly improved. J N Perry remains very ill with no improvement signs.

Frank S. Miller Joseph Crips West Goshen Guy BH. Miler

Sherman to Tour Goshen on Big Four Special

James Schoolcraft Sherman known as Sunny Jim will pass through Goshen Monday evening en route from Marion to Richmond. The Republican vice presidential nominee will take a Big Four special, making 10 minute stops at Wabash at 6 p m and North Manchester at 6 40 pm, with no stop at Warsaw.

Sherman James Schoolcraft Sherman Sunny Jim Goshen Marion Ind Rikkart Wabash North Manchester Warsaw

Marigold Comic Opera Closes Toledo Run at Valentine

Barclay Walker of Indianapolis wrote Marigold, a comic opera that closed its season in Toledo at the Valentine. Walker will revise the book and likely produce it again.

Schools and Visitors Influence on Classroom Order

A historical note argues that frequent parental visits disrupt or aid classroom discipline depending on method. It urges structured observation by visitors and cautions against overflooding rooms, noting teachers adapt best when visits are purposeful and orderly.

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