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Newspaper
Warsaw Union
Location
Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1901
Page
1
Circuit Court matters include judgments in Coppes suits for 71.61 and 131.37, homicide case verdicts, probate filings, and real estate transfers. Notable actions involve a $350 verdict for a plaintiff, administration appointments for Cole and Kerr, and numerous estate sales and guardianship orders amid a busy weekly docket.
The circuit court's ruling in the canning factory case surprised many, with outsiders expecting the opposite outcome. The decision is thought to be complex even for lay readers, clearly intelligible to legal professionals. An appeal to the supreme court is expected.
The Albion New Era notes a proposed ordinance to abolish hitching racks near Warsaw’s public square. The council has not passed it and indefinitely postponed the measure, signaling its defeat. The report claims the rule would harm farmers and trade.
Judd Chandler, longtime deputy clerk, sold his six acre farm near the city to Joel Hall of Clunette. Possession due last Friday, but crops removal lagged as hired help faltered. Chandler plans to retire from farming and pursue other duties. Charles Ward injured when a fence post broke and he fell onto the path near the Union office. Ward was carried home by Wade Harris and treated by Dr. Shackleford and Dr. Burket for a painful hip injury.
Mrs. Monroe Bennett formerly of Warsaw, now in Chicago, died by carbolic acid last Wednesday night. Jealous of her daughter Opal Clark, she suspected infidelity of her husband, who is younger by about 15 years. Neighbors note unhappiness since the daughter moved in a year ago. The husband plans to expand business and promote a factory relocation to Warsaw, seeking public support for the project. Also included is an essay urging optimism and enjoyment of life, promoting sunny disposition and resilience.
Marshal Moon found a boy calling himself William Rogers in the street. He said his former home was New York City but had worked on a farm in Illinois for six years and sought to return to New York after cruel treatment by his employer. The diminutive 16 year old traveled with a tramp, slept in a barn at South Bend, then via Noble County and Syracuse to the present town. He was cared for by the board and placed with Mrs. Switzer of the children's guardians. He was reluctant to share details and his story may not be true.
Church union sessions filled the Methodist church as Rev. C. F. Yoder preached in the auditorium and Rev. W. B. Culliss spoke to an overflow crowd. A large, attentive audience enjoyed eloquent sermons and uplifting music, with continued interest expected to yield public good.
Modern Culture for November highlights include Emma Goldman and the Cleveland Anarchists with an eye witness account of a meeting where Czolgosz's brain was discussed. Also listed are essays by Aus tin Ogg, Ingram A. Pyle, Nina R. Allen, Bella Hicke Hasgett, and Nevada Davis Hitchcock. Nearby, Attorney Lehman reports ongoing talks on locating a pottery works here and citizens’ committee fate. J W Godman begins building an ice cream factory and cold storage on North Buffalo Street after moving to the city last summer.
Iven Neff aged 25 died at his parents home in Syracuse after several weeks of typhoid fever. He was manager and owner of the same telephone exchange. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs Lewia Neff two sisters and two brothers. Grandfather Rev Abraham Neff of Goshen. Funeral services held Sunday.
Fields and Son held a public dairy cattle sale on their farm near town. prices were fair despite low attendance due to corn husking, and Mr. Fields was satisfied with results. A Helbrook team ran away near East Warsaw, injuring Jos. Helbrook as he attempted to mount the wagon. Leesburg Odd Fellows had a pleasant meeting with lodge reps and a Daughter of Rebekah banquet. Justice Eiler and L. F. Coleman attended. A pension of $14 monthly was granted to minor heirs of Tra Merritt of Elkhart.
The article notes farmers across the county increasingly value farmers institutes, with growth to multiple sessions per county, better planning, and more capable staff. It discusses balancing advanced topics with accessible material, and praises the Farmers Guide editor Mr Biliter for steady improvement and community support.
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