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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1908
Page
6
Terre Haute reports that the state mine inspector’s force is making a final review of Indiana mines for the annual report. Prosecutions earlier in the year deterred operators, while drillers are now restricted to prevent dangerous practices as laws tighten and enforcement grows stronger.
Columbus Ind Oct 30 Jacob Noblett sixty four still alive in Indianapolis in poor health. his niece Helen Noblett of Indianapolis Buchanan Street seeks coffin and shipment to her. Noblett once resident of Bartholomew county poorhouse. Eye sight failing physicians in Indianapolis could not help. she claims his son refuses funeral expenses and her family cannot support.
Walter Thompgon of Bicknell was arrested in the Davis hotel at Bullivan on a larceny charge after leaving with $500 of his father's money. He reportedly planned to meet officers to secure a tie on. A prior note mentions a corn show in Indiana with a November 7 date and large displays being prepared.
An Oct convention of representatives from several states reaffirms the Society's Equity principles with minor reforms to strengthen the charter. Officers elected include President W. Everitt Indiana, Vice President W B Cretlick Michigan, and Treasurer J O Rous Indiana. directors named from Kentucky New Jersey Iowa Kansas and Illinois.
In New York on October 80 flames trapped three workers in a Duane Street basement. Henry Jones and David Manhone were burned to death while William Settegait, severely burned, likely died. Frank Stillman and four female employees fled via a fire escape as a celluloid barrel ignited.
In Bismarck North Dakota on October 30 the legislature is required to honor its pledge to back the preferred candidate in the upcoming Tuesday primary. The Supreme Court voided the pledge portion of the primary law for choosing U.S. senators but upheld the vote. Mandamus is denied. lawmakers may freely choose their senator, with Hansbrough set to attempt another run after a spring defeat.
Secretary Metcalf is bedbound in Washington with a disordered liver and has cut back on all political and social engagements for the near future. Medically treated, he hopes to resume official duties in a week or ten days. Footprints near a Milton Wisconsin barn fire lead to Marten Hagemann, a county farm inmate, who confessed to arson.
Brussels reports from R. J. Mohun, head of an American Congo expedition, that rich deposits of gold tin and copper have been located in the Manyenia district. The discovery could signal a major mineral find in the region and impact trade and exploration plans.
Eight US battleship Reef units arrived at Amoy China this morning amid a rolling sea and reports say the fleet is ready. Fire in a Cincinnati eleven story building caused panic among hundreds of female workers with eight injured from jumping out windows. Memorial services in Washington honored Biron von Sternberg with President Roosevelt in attendance. John Caddagan, former Hoffman House lessee, died in New York after months of illness. The Isthmian Canal Commission leader Colón marked Panama Independence Day on November 8 as a public holiday. The Canadian women’s movement supports disarmament. New York city budget for 2008 stands at 157 million dollars.
Elijah W. Sells, cousin of Mrs. Gould and distant relative of her husband, testified as referee at the Gould divorce hearing. He said he never saw Mrs. Gould drunk, noted a domestic plan with stipulations, and described a dinner champagne limit. The action will continue next year with delays for abroad travel and court scheduling.
Boston Oct 30 President Charlies W Eliot of Harvard University told the Massachusetts No License League that even moderate use of wine or beer is inexpedient. He recounted a long history of moderate drinking in his life but cited recent physiology and medical research as evidence against any drinking, noting biblical phrases and his own past statements.
Six hundred women suffragists paraded Boone streets led by Reverend Anna Shaw head of the national order. Miss Renneli and Miss Costello of London, famed for protests against Parliament, accompanied the march. Governor Guild of Massachusetts suffers gastritis raising concern for his health.
Fragmentary text mentions planned work on Great Pile Road in New York and notes transportation concerns. Mentions Aguila and a gathering possibly linked to a ceremony or rite, with limited readable details about scheduling or scope.
Kent police investigate claims by Villardo Dipitei that members of the Bidck Band fired on him in Morothorn Pennsylvania, cut off his arms, then bound him to a railroad track. After four weeks in a hospital he traveled here and says the same group plans to amputate his legs in revenge for betraying a member.
Washington on October 30 testimony in the case against Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison for alleged contempt of court related to a junction sale by Bucks Stove and Range Co. of St Louis has ended before an examiner The defense waived the privilege to submit testimony to speed a decision at final hearing today.
A Chicago-Duluth express derailed near Kempton Wis at speed, presumed sabotage after a rail was removed. Eleven people were injured including the engineer who is likely in critical condition. Wisconsin victims include J J Powers Madison A Morris Superior M Hines Rice Lake Miss Hugo Porter Viroqua John Mahaney Eau Claire A L Fort Edgerton N Euschens Easton.
In San Francisco on Oct 30 Cyclone TM Tornnie Thompson defeated Rudolph Unholz in the eleventh round. Thompson floored Unholz twice with right hooks and a third blow sent him through the ropes. Police intervened as Unholz’s seconds claimed he broke bones in his right hand.
Barcelona officials in Spain announce a $1000 prize for the best poster design to promote the city as a winter resort. The offer invites artists and advertisers to submit proposals highlighting Barcelona as a travel destination during the season.
Chicago markets report prices for Wheat Corn Oats Pork Lard and Short Ribs with bid quotes for cash staples and live stock and poultry receipts. Detailed figures cover December May and July wheat and corn futures along with cash and supply ranges for hogs cattle sheep and hay. Market notes include prices for winter spring oats and various feed and grain components with regional supplier references.
The county treasurer's office and Holland Reformed church announce open hours and a sermon by Rev. Valtcam from Grand Rapids next Sunday at 9 80 a m 7 p m. A. Stauffer advertises real estate and loans offering secured lending, while an ad promotes H W Grove's cold remedy with a promise of refund if it fails.
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