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Newspaper
North Judson News
Location
North Judson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
4
The editorial reflects on ending 1908 and looking to 1909 with a nod to Indiana politics. It suggests the next U S Senator from Indiana may begin with S, weighing candidates Shively or Slack, and thanks readers for their commendations on the newspaper’s policy.
Prof. H. L. Rogers is named the new superintendent of Pulaski county schools and is noted as the youngest county superintendent in the state. Pulaski also claims the youngest circuit judge and youngest county superintendent in Indiana.
The selection of Homer L Rogers as head of Pulaski County schools is a worthy compliment to a capable and deserving young man. The writer, a former classmate, recalls their high school days and praises his diligent, unselfish work and future administration.
The Starke County Republican defends a recent democratic banquet held on the 17th. It claims the meeting united newly elected township and county officials to share honest advice, avoided mudslinging, and fostered progress. The writer states Wayne township acted independently without outside pressure.
The Wayne township audience is described as nonpartisan at a meeting with no reference to candidates. Speakers urge support for any movement aimed at public good, regardless of party, and commend the spirit of cooperation.
San Pierre residents recount Christmas visits from South Bend to Jasper and Wheatfield. Local figures note a sick spell for L Rennewanz, Christmas greetings at Daly House, and a forecast of two new industries a cement block factory and an electric light plant.
Abinet Oethe divides women into cake and bread color commentary on bread making cites yeast tests flour quality and gluten test for nourishment. Local notices recounts visits, Christmas activities, social events, and a festive hospitalty tone with a funeral and a surprise for a Chinese midget at Knox.
It argues against sneering at small frumes noting their sweet delicate flavor. Children may prefer the small variety and often enjoy them. They taste less pronounced and less tobacco like, with the added advantage of costing nearly half the price of large prunes.
Transfers reported by Starke Co Abstract Title & Guarantee Co for weeks ending Dec 96 1908 list multiple deeds in Knox Seymour Hurst and others. Properties involve sec 26 29 12 36 across Davis Oregon California Center and Wayne townships with sums including 25000 1800 100 60 774 reflecting various grantor grantee pairs and quarter sections.
Inquiries about a wife for Leon Hall and updates from residents include Dora Goetz returning from Chicago, John Byrnes on vacation, and Lomax school closed for holidays. Several social visits, Christmas events, and travels surface among residents like Gus Kottka, Jas Hall, Ed Bethke, Pearl Stinson, and R C McVey. A skating party on the river drew many, with Windy Wogglebug unhurt.
T M Smith concluded his term as county commissioner at Knox in a Monday meeting attended by retiring township trustees who presented their annual reports. Henry Luken of Rail Road township began his seat for the year, marking a transition as Smith retires and a new official takes office.
John Smith spent Xmas with his sister at Wilder. A. J. Lintz transacted business at the county hub Monday. Otto Neupert and friend Johan Smithson of Chicago visited the former's parents here over Xmas.
Lost a gun model revolver. reward for its return to the News Office. Win Warlick and son of Elkhart visited over Naas with Mr and Mrs Gen A Smith. Lillian Hilda Marbaugh and Alvina Follmar of Monterey visited Fred Sawyer and John Held families. August Jachim returned from Harvey Dakota where he was chief engineer and visited brothers at Taugen Wisconsin.
The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Starke County Indiana appoints Frances R Noland administratrix of the estate of William A Noland deceased. The estate is believed solvent. Tiarny C Miller attorney for administratrix. December 18.
The Circuit Court of Starke County State of Lewis C Foust late of Starke County Lors Crain Foust Administratrix December 18 1908 Harry C MILLER Atty for Administratrix.
Mixed ad notes 125 acres near station in Valparaiso Indiana with contact Mrs H A Little at S11 Laporte Ave. Also lists 11 acres gardening land one mile south of town with farm implements for private sale and asks inquiries at the newspaper office. Also promotes Pineules kidney remedy and Bees Laxative Cough Syrup sold at Red Cross Drug Store.
The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Starke County Indiana appoints Mary E Foust administratrix de bonis non of the estate of Samuel A Foust deceased. Harry C Milner is attorney for the administratrix de bonis non.
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