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Goshen Daily Democrat

Location

Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1906

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Goshen High to Field Strong Eleven Despite Resignations

Starbuck resigns as captain and Bam berger leaves for Hudson, N Y reducing early prospects. New pupils Miles and Betz of Milford bring football experience while old players return. A coach will be chosen early next week as Goshen public schools open and aim for a solid team.

Goshen Sam Starbuck Bamberger Hudson, N. Y Messrs Miles Betz Milford Tonawanda

Settlement Reached In Abe Kaatz Clothing Case

Creditors of Abe Kaatz clothing bankrupt met before Referee Lambert in South Bend and agreed to a compromise settlement. Final adjudication will take several days of legal processing with a final meeting not before September 19. The Kaatz clothing store will remain closed in the interim.

Abe Kaatz Lambert South Bend

Miss Marjorie Starr Hosts Apron Shower For Hazel Lacy

Miss Marjorie Starr hosted an apron shower for Miss Hazel Lacy who will marry F. N. Hascall. About a dozen guests attended the event. Mrs. W. B. Kreider and Mrs. J. H. Stamets plan a tea this evening for visitors Mrs. Charles Parsons of Chicago and Mrs. F. V. B. Minnich of Cleveland. Mrs. Mary E. Lesh hosted a six o'clock dinner at her South Sixth Street home for Mrs. Minnich with eight guests.

Marjorie Starr Hazel Lacy F. N. Hascall W. B. Kreider J. H. Stamets Charles Parsons Chicago F. V. B. Minnich Cleveland City Mary E. Lesh South Sixth Street

Old Soldiers Reunion of 21st Indiana at Rome City

Company A of the 21st Indiana enjoyed a splendid reunion at Rome City yesterday with a grand dinner at their hall. Rev. W. W. Lovett of Wolcottville gave a pleasing address and officers were elected in the afternoon. The association plans the next regular meeting at the same location.

21St Indiana Regiment Rome City W. W. Lovett Wolcottville

Hearing Postponed for Michigan Man in Elkhart Perjury Case

Allen W. Fremyre of Michigan was arrested in Elkhart on a perjury charge tied to a land deal. A hearing before Justice Oberholtzer scheduled for today was postponed because his attorney J L Harman is out of town.

Allen W. Fremyre Michigan Elkhart Oberholtzer J. L. Harman

Nusbaum takes Warsaw Union editor post succeeds Cook

Ralph O. Nusbaum, formerly a reporter on the Elkhart Truth, has taken the city work of the Warsaw Union, succeeding Charles Cook who previously left the Elkhart area to purchase the Pierceton Record.

Ralph O. Nusbaum Elkhart Truth Warsaw Union Charles Cook

Two Newborns Reported in Fort Wayne and Queen Street

A daughter arrived for Mr. and Mrs. John Parfitt of Fort Wayne. A son was born today to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Osborne of Queen Street.

John Parfitt Fort Wayne Fred Osborne Queen Street

Bought New Horse by Dr D L Miller

Dr D L Miller, weary of bicycle riding, buys a fine bay driving horse.

D. L. Miller

Colonial Boutique Shoes Trustworthy for Comfort

Based on reports, shoppers sourcing footwear at the Colonial location can expect reliable fit and quality. The note dated April 4 1911 emphasizes assurance for purchases made there.

Goshen Fire Department Aims for Peak Efficiency

Fire Chief Sno barger drives new fire horses through Goshen training them for rapid response. The unit expects to leave central station in under a minute. Veterans Welty Tipmore Wilkinson on duty. Dick Collins likely to be named assistant. Vehicles and station aesthetic being upgraded. new uniforms soon.

Snobarger Goshen Central Station Arthur Welty Ed. Tipmore Willian Wilkinson Fire Department Dick Collins Central Fire Station

Newlyweds in Narrow Lake Wa wasee Road Crash

Floyd Deahl and his bride faced a frightening evening when their carriage narrowly escaped a bog on a Lake Wa wasee road after a late autumn collision with a pursuing auto. The reckless driver Bailey allegedly sped to pass on a narrow, brush-lined path. Only a wheel was damaged, yet the couple received a sharp scare. At the lake, cottagers welcomed them with a belting that lasted into the night, asking for a recital.

Floyd Deahl Ligonier Lake Wawasee Lisonier

Howard Miller Operated On In Williamsport Pa

Howard Miller formerly of Goshen and later with R P Milton in South Bend underwent an appendectomy in Williamsport Pennsylvania where he has worked for some time. He is reported to be in a critical condition with many friends in Goshen and South Bend.

Goshen Howard Miller R. P. Milton South Bend Williamsport Miller

Wolcottville Edges Middlebury In Ten Inning Showdown

Wolcottville defeated Middlebury 7 to 6 after ten innings yesterday afternoon. Louie Hutchinson played for Middlebury against Kendallville players on the Wolcottville nine. Goshen will host three upcoming games of strong interest as Grand Rapids, Peoria, and an independent Indian team meet the Grays. Leesburg beat Ligonier 7 to 3 with Leon Kelly and Ben Goldstein on the winning side.

Middlebury Wolcottville Louie Hutchinson Wolecottville Kendallville Goshen Grand Rapids Peoria Grays Leesburg Ligonier Leon Kelly Ben Goldstein

Clergyman Henry Boeckelman Injured In Fall At Elk Hart

Rev. Father Henry Boeckelman pastor of St Vincent's Elk Hart fell at the parsonage striking his head and cutting gashes. His eyesight is failing and he was taken for treatment.

Father Henry Boeckelman St. Vincent's Church Elkhart

Mrs M B and Vaughn to Close Out Millinery Stock

Mrs M B and Vaughn announces immediate close out of millinery stock after relocating from Fort Wayne to enter the local market. The move ends her involvement in the millinery business here.

Girls Wanted Clean Easy Work at Shirt Factory

Job advertisement seeking female workers for sewing at a shirt factory. Total shift 7 to 4 with steady employment and good pay. Applicants asked to apply in the morning.

Consolidation Plan Adopted by Trustee Puterbaugh

Trustee Orville C. Puterbaugh of Concord township adopts a conservative consolidation for township schools. He closes district schools and transfers pupils to No 4 and Elkhart, with the township high school closed after three years of operation. Teachers for districts 1 through 12 include Lehman Neu Kercher Scott Sweit zer Light Ehret Dunmyer Ulery Len hart.

Puterbaugh Orville C. Puterbaugh Concord Township No. 4 Elkhart Township Grosh Gertrude Lehman Eva Neu Cora Kercher L. W. Scott Fannie Sweitzer Bessie Light Ransel Ehret Jas. Dunmyer J. L. Ulery Lena Lenhart

Juday Family Reunion Held Near New Paris

The fourteenth annual Juday family reunion occurred last Sunday at Eli Tulley’s southeast of New Paris. Attendees included Mrs. David Juday 91, Franklin Juday, William Eppert and family, James Juday and family, John Juday and family, Thomas Juday and family, James Hoshaw and family, Maude McNutt, Hiram Butt and family, and Edward Waherley and family. The event followed a semi annual pattern since the first reunion eight years ago, with rain keeping Mary at home. The next gathering is planned for Christmas in Millersburg.

Eli Tulley New Paris Juday David Juday Franklin William Eppert James Juday John Juday Thomas Juday James Hoshaw Mary Mr. Tulley Adam Millersburg

Will of Mrs. Mary E. Bender Filed for Probate

At the court house Yne the will of Mrs. Mary E. Bender open to probate leaves all property to her son Benj C Bender as protection for mortgage payments he has made on the real estate. Debts and funeral expenses to be paid promptly. instrument drawn November 3 1903 witnessed by Amanda Mast and Lou W Vail. Jacob G Bender files an acceptance waiving any interests in estate. Vandusen Foley of Massachusetts sue Johnson Son seed merchants for accounting over inferior grain weights and freight issues. Suit seeks $250. DeNa Loucks sues for support against John M Loucks asking $500 alimony and $50 per month for herself and child. John Henry Rogers seeks divorce from Nancy Rogers stating desertion since April 8 1898.

Mary E. Bender Benj. C. Bender Amanda Mast Lou W. Vail Jacob G. Bender Vandusen & Foley Massachusetts Johnson & Son DeNa Loucks John M. Loucks Lee Hlkhart County John Henry Rogers Nancy Rogers

Marriage Licenses Issued for Lehman and Truex

Lloyd Lehman of Wakarusa aged 34 and Zola Truex of Wakarusa aged 23 obtained marriage licenses.

Lloyd Lehman Wakarusa Zola Truex

Fruit Display at Indiana State Fair By St Joseph County Society

The St Joseph County Horticultural Society plans a large fruit display at the Indiana state fair. The county is noted for a strong society with several prominent fruit growers among its members.

St. Joseph County

Fifty Years in County Rohrer to Celebrate Milestone

Jacob D Rohrer of Clinton township marks a 50 year residency in the county and plans a celebration. Architect Patton from Chicago will arrive Monday to draft plans for vault work at the courthouse. The Daily Democrat price is 10 cents per week.

Jacob D. Rohrer Clinton Township Rohrer Patton Chicago The Court House

Nomination of Prosecutor at LaGrange Meeting

Democratic leaders in Elkhart and LaGrange counties call a September 20 convention in LaGrange to name a prosecutor for the 34th judicial district. Possible candidate Robert E. Proctor of Elkhart is seen as a strong choice amid Republican tensions. A large Elkhar t delegation will travel via Middlebury and the Valley line to attend.

Democratic Central Committees Elkhart Lagrange 34Th Judicial District Robert E. Proctor Ekhart Elkhart County Burris Proctor

Files suit against himself over will in Indiana

In Kosciusko County circuit court an executor sues to set aside his father William C. Davidson testator. The case arises after a new will purportedly imposes life estate for the widow and unequal shares. The family, including the widow, seeks to invalidate the document.

Kosciusko County William C. Davidson Milford W. C. Davidson

Trolley Set for Regular Runs on Eighth Street Extension

The trolley wire is in place on the Eighth street extension of the Northern Indiana Railway and cars are expected to run regularly starting Monday. Rumors indicate a 15 minute city service may begin soon and the Winona line will soon circle the block loop. A track alignment issue on South Eighth street, about six feet off, is expected to be corrected promptly.

Eighth Street Northern Indiana Railway Ons Block Winona Northern Indiana South Eighth Street

Kauffman Returns from Calgary Trip With Land Selection

Daniel T. Kauffman arrived home from Calgary Alberta after a month away. He traveled widely visiting a noted summer resort in the mountains between British Columbia and Alberta. He also selected a township of land for settlers relocating from this area to settle.

Daniel T. Kauffman Calgary Alberta Can British Columbia

Woman Undergoes Ophthalmic Operation in Goshen

Mrs. Wesley Rohrer of New Paris was brought to Goshen last night for surgery to save the sight of her left eye which has been badly inflamed for some time.

Wesley Rohrer New Paris Goshen

State Bank Statement Highlighted in Today’s Paper

A note announces the State Bank’s financial condition will be shown in another column of today’s issue. The bank is described as a substantial financial institution in the county, one that residents may feel proud of.

State Bank

Special Church Services Resume Evening Rites

The Re formed church will resume evening services at the usual hours. All services will be held at the regular times.

the Reformed Church

Settlers Prosper in New Canadian Town Tiny

C R Myers of the Canada Land and Development Co. reports Tiny in the King's Dominions is thriving with a store and post office. He notes cool pleasant weather after a spell of warmth, Wheat and oats crops are strong, threshing soon, and farmer trade should rise as grain markets open. Myers toured 20 miles north on smooth trails amid busy season.

King’s Dominions C. R. Myers Canada Land and Development Co Myers Tiny

Lost aeronaut Mattery drifts from airship over Lake Michigan

William Mattery, aeronaut aboard the Columbia owned by A J Bodkins of Chicago, disappeared after a late Thursday ascent at the Oconto county fair Wisconsin. A faulty shaft splice caused by a Chicago shop doomed the craft, and Mattery was last seen buffeted north of Oconto heading toward the lake. Telegraph reports say the pair landed safely in woods near Wolverine Minnesota after a perilous ordeal.

Mattery Lake Michigan William Mattery Columbia A. J. Bodkins Chicago Oconto Wis

Beech er Nominated for Lagrange Postmaster Seat

Newton W. Gilbert favored Dr. A C Beech er for Lagrange postmaster before leaving for the Philippines. Beech er is a personal friend of Gilbert and was placed above party stalwarts E B McDonald Carmi Stroup and G W Hissong, who faced competition from other candidates. Hissong had GA R backing but his soldier record could not help. Gilbert had initially suggested H E C P Shaw who died before taking office.

Gilbert HE. C. P. Shaw

Devil's Auction at Jefferson Receives Mixed Views

A fair sized crowd attended the Devil's Auction at the Jefferson last night. Musically the production lacked merits though some specialties pleased the audience. George M. Topack was praised as the best Toby seen here in the part.

the Jefferson George M Topack Toby

Mint crop outlook boosts South Bend region

The mint crop around South Bend is expected to be strong this fall. East of the city several fields are described as splendid and one farmer with hundreds of acres could earn about $45,000 from mint this season as oil sells for about $2.50 a pound.

South Bend

Death of Grover Walters After Illness on Lake Shore Track

Grover Walters, a member of the Lake Shore engineering corps, fell suddenly ill Wednesday while working on the third track between Goshen and Elkhart and died Friday morning at a Toledo hospital. The illness is believed to have been appendicitis. He was taken to Toledo Wednesday night.

Grover Walters Lake Shore Engineering Corps Goshen Elkhart Toledo

Auburn gains city marshal Charles Bolton

Charles Bolton is appointed city marshal of Auburn. The Warsaw cannery operates around the clock to process the sweet corn crop. Levi Adams, 91, prominent Whitley County citizen, dies in Troy Township. Modern Woodmen Camps in St Joseph and Elkhart counties plan a joint initiation of 200 in South Bend. The will of Limon P Wallick, probated at Angola, leaves $1000 to the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the First Methodist church. Investigations in Huntington show water theft from city mains. Steinbich & Lawrence of Bourbon assign to creditors. An unidentified man, likely D J Curtis of Detroit, found dead on Lake Shore tracks near South Bend. Steuben County farmers seek 15 cent bounty on woodchucks. Albert Schultz of Walkerton arrested for wife desertion after marrying Minnie Reylander in 1904. John Anderson returns to Hartford City after 50 years, now worth $100,000 in Council Bluffs. Edna Hall gives birth two days after filing for divorce from Charles Hall, custody amid suit. Relatives find $900 in a valise with the late Joseph Bruce, who died of sun stroke at age eight. Hogs kept in squalor near Winona, filth and stench noted. Col Thomas Morgan of Dixon NL, veteran of the 74th regiment, oversees construction of Dixon city hall. He is 68.

Charles Bolton Auburn Warsaw Canning Company Levi Adams Whitley County Troy Township Woodmen St. Joseph Elkhart South Bend Limon P. Wallick Angola Lake Shore Fisher's Crossing Steuben County Albert Schultz Walkerton Minnie Reylander la Porte Walkerson John Anderson Hartford City Anderson Council Bluffs Iowa Edna Hall Huntington Charles Hall Hall Joseph Bruce Rochester Bruce Winomac Thomas Morgan Dixon, NL 74Th Regiment Elkhart County Dixon

Strine Family Reunion Held at Millersburg Park

About sixty Strine descendants gathered for the second annual reunion in Millersburg today. Attendees included John and Harvey Strine and families of Hartford City, Joseph Strine of Elkhart, Mr and Mrs Harver Graham of Ligonier, and James Strine with relatives from this city. The event featured a social hour, a large dinner, and brief family speeches in the school park.

Strine Samuel Strine Millersburg Elkhart John Harvey Strine Hartford City Joseph Strine Harver Graham Ligonier James Strine

Tall exhibition corn on display at E E Tiedemann store

Will Hoover of Harrison township grew the tall 16 foot corn stalk with two ears likely of the early Mastodon variety. The display at E E Tiedemann’s store highlights a remarkable crop specimen for the season and showcases local farming achievement.

E. E. Tiedemann Will Hoover Harrison Township

Winona Flyer Praised As Top Rail Service

Conductor Scott rates the Winona Flyer on par with the best in the section after noting its barber shop buffet car and impending completion of all first class accommodations.

Big Four Scott

Lost rear light bowl for car with reward offered

Classified notice states a rear light bowl for an automobile is lost with a reward offered. Contact S. F. Spohn at home phone 6938 for information.

S. F. Spohn

Henry W. Jackson to be Custodian of Court House Duties

Henry W. Jackson will assume duties as custodian of the court house grounds and jail on October 1. He will receive a salary of $50 per month. The appointment was made through the county commissioners.

Henry W. Jackson

Held Township Caucus nominates local candidates

A republican caucus was held at the court house this afternoon to place in nomination candidates for justice of the peace, constable and members of the township advisory board. Millwood 76c per cord, Brooks.

Court House Justice of the Peace

Residents and visitors spotted in Mishawaka area

A parade of names visits Mishawaka and nearby towns as John McMahon, Lou Lantz, Miss Alice Clutter, Miss Meta Martin, Miss Tillie Wines, Rev A C Anda, Mrs Sherman Wolfe, M L Swinehart, C E Parrish, and others are listed as guests, visitors, or locals stopping in or passing through.

John McMahon Lake Wawasee Lou Lantz Lagrange County Alice Clutter Wabash Meta Martin Elkhart Tillie Wines Eva Domer A. C. Anda Chicago Sherman Wolfe Steubenville Ind M. L. Swinehart C. E. Parrish Lagrange

Postoffice Move Planned to McNaughton Room

The postoffice will relocate to the McNaughton room at Lincoln Avenue and Fifth Street on Monday as work nears completion. The new location is praised as ideal and spacious for years, with a rental of 1200 dollars annually for five years then 1500 dollars for the next five, including light and fuel.

McNaughton Lincoln Avenue Fifth Street

Goshen Tent K O T M Plans Elkhart Banquet Trip

All members of Goshen Tent No 4 K O T M are asked to meet at the hall at 7 p m Monday to travel to Elkhart for a banquet. A chartered car will depart at 7 30 p m. BE E Shoup R KK O L Simmons Fire Insurance.

Goshen Tent Elkhart BE. E. Shoup R. KK

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