Another New Township Created in Laporte County
Laporte County commissioners on April 5 approved the division of Union township creating two townships Washington and Union Center with Kingsbury in Washington and Tracy in Union. Dr H Long named trustee of Washington, Samuel Lambert trustee of Union. The split arose from long standing north south tensions over a $7000 school building loan for Kingsbury, with Long pushing policy while Union residents protest.
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Laporte County
Father of the Republic
Union Township
Kingsbury
Washington
Union Center
Tracy
Old Union
H. Long
Washington Township
Samuel Lambert
Union
Dr. Long
Elis
Long
Robbed the Grave by Lectric Bitters Hint
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a drastic recovery after using lectric Bitters for three weeks. He claims the remedy saved him from a grave condition and endorses the product sold at E. T. Scott's drug store for 50 cents.
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John Oliver
Philadelphia
E. T. Scott
The Habit of Unhappiness
The piece argues that unhappiness arises from a gradual habit of complaint and faultfinding. It warns this mindset leads to pessimism and cynicism, turning the person into a slave to negativity, especially in youth, as impulses distort and outlook darkens.
Warranted relief advertised for Rheumatism and injuries
If troubled with rheumatism give Chamberlain's Pain Balm a trial. It will not cost you a cent if it does no good. One application relieves pain and it cures sprains and bruises faster than other treatments. Also claims to cure cuts burns frost bites quinsy pains inside and chest glandular swellings. Each bottle priced 25 and 50 cents.
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Chamberlain
Big Towns of the State Census Figures for Indiana
The census bulletin lists Indiana city estimates from 1903 with Indianapolis at 191,933 Evansville 61,482 Fort Wayne 48,031 South Bend 40,327 Terre Haute 38,611 Muncie 24,912 Anderson 22,010 Marion 19,908 Richmond 18,712 Lafayette 18,677 Logansport 17,068 Elkhart 16,330 Hammond 14,253 Elwood 13,397 Kokomo 11,314 Jeffersonville 10,807 Vincennes 10,669 Michigan City 16,071 and the nation at 79,900,389.
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Indianapolis
Evansville
Fort Wayne
South Bend
Terre Haute
Muncie
Anderson
Marion
Richmond
Lafayette
Logansport
Elkhart
Hammond
Elwood
Kokomo
Jeffersonville
Vincennes
Get Your Brick of C F Allison
Local ad offers a brick from C F Allison in Weat ville Indiana. Sellers promise a solid value with potential for reuse or display.
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C. F. Allison
Weatville, Ind
Schultz and Schultz sue for quiet title to farm near Laporte
In the April term of the Superior Court a major suit is Charles and Ernestine Schultz against their son Gustave J. Schultz and daughter in law Martha Schultz to quiet title and regain possession of the Schultz farm east of Laporte near the Ohlemacher brick plant. The plaintiffs allege the defendants claim an interest without right and seek reconveyance. E. J. Bower represents the plaintiffs.
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Superior Court
Pius Berge
Frank Geister
Justice Court
Chas
G. Schultz
Ernestine Schultz
Gustave J. Schultz
Martha Schultz
William Miller
Lizzie Miller
Guardian
C. & Osborn
Charles Sheppard
Porter County
Abbie Hartman
IF. S. Hartman
G. V. Woodard
Ida M. Woodard
August
Robert Retsick
Edward Maertz
Dora Mansfield
William Hilton
Pere Marquette Railway Company
Charles
Schultz
Laporte
Ohlemacher
E. J. Bower
How to Warn Off an Attack of Rheumatism
An West Virginia reader, Josie McDonald of Man in Logan County, reports long standing spring rheumatism until using Chamberlain’s Pain Balm. She credits first use with relief, noting immediate improvement and ongoing use to ward off recurrence, with E. T. Scott as local seller.
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Josie McDonald
Man
Logan County
West Va
Chamberlain
E. T. Scott
Foley’s Honey and Tar Warns Against Imitations
Foley & Co of Chicago markets Honey and Tar as a throat and lung remedy praised for safety and mild laxative effects. The ad urges customers to ask for FOLEY’S Honey and Tar and refuse substitutes, noting it contains no opiates and is safest for children. Sold by E. T. Scott.
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Foley & Co
Chicago
Foley
E. T. Scott
Boy bandits in Lake County plan Crown Point vault robbery
A daring plot to dynamite the county treasurer vault in Crown Point was uncovered Friday during tax season. Ray Knight and George Linton, both 20 or 21, sons of prominent locals, were jailed with other Remington youths after confessing to several burglaries.
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Crown Point
Ray Knight
Frank Knight
George Linton
Daugherty
Remington
Ind
Bucklen’s Amnica Salve Promotes Quick Healing
A Druggist ad touts Bucklen’s Amnica Salve as the best remedy for burns sores bruises cuts boils ulcers skin eruptions and piles. Priced at 25 cents and guaranteed to satisfy by ET Scott Drugstore.
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Bucklen
ET. Scott
Dankert Wins Suit Over Forged Weaver Deed
In Porter circuit court Judge McMahon voided a deed and cancelled a mortgage clouding Charles Dankert's Cass township farm. The case against John B Weaver and Dr. George E. Wasser ended with Wasser losing the $2,000 loaned to Weaver after a forged deed was exposed. The two day trial featured Weir & Doran of Laporte and Grant Crumpacker of Valparaiso representing the defense.
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Porter
McMahon
Charles Dankert
Cass Township
Dankert
John B Weaver
George E. Wasser
Lzporte
Porter County
Weaver
Dr. Wasser
Mr. Dankert
Weir & Doran
Laporte
Grant Crumpacker
Valparaiso
Man Bryant Captured After Wild Man Sighting
Bryant, believed mentally deranged, is jailed awaiting inquiry after terrorizing residents near Condonville Durham station Holmesville and Otis. Deputy Donly traced tracks into a swamp. Bryant was captured by William Glancy on the Lake Shore line in stocking feet and without resistance. His condition stems from prolonged dissipation and excessive drink. home is Lyons New York. He awaits further investigation.
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Bryant
Condonville
Durham Station
Holmesville
Otis
Thomas Donly
Donly
William Glancy
Glancy
Lake Shore Railroad
Lyons
N.Y
Special Trains To California $50 Round Trip
Special trains run through to San Francisco and Los Angeles via the Chicago Union Pacific and North Western Line leaving Chicago and eastern points April 26 and 27. Stopovers at Denver Colorado Springs Salt Lake City with minimal expense side trips. $50 round trip from Chicago and low rates from other points. Tickets valid on The Overland Limited with daily service and direct transcontinental route. For details write A H Waggener 22 Fifth Avenue Chicago Ill.
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California
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Chicago
Union Pacific
North Western
Denver
Colorado Springs
Salt Lake City
Missouri River
Fifth Avenue
Lil
Jolly Maiden Lady and Her Rocky Mountain Tea
A playful note praises a high society woman who never retires without a drink of Rocky Mountain Tea. Signed by E. T. Scott, the piece skewers her habit as a humorous peculiarity of a sensible, jolly figure.
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E. T. Scott
Sauss Seeks Trustee Nomination Before GOP Township Convention
A. J. Sauss announces candidacy for the office of Trustee prior to the Republican Township Convention. He seeks party support and will push for votes at the upcoming gathering.
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Succeeds for Six Month Cough
A Lineville Alabama merchant reports a customer with a six month severe cough was cured by one and a half bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The seller Haynes Parker & Co. states the remedy gives perfect satisfaction and notes it is sold by E. T. Scott.
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Chamberlain
Haynes Parker & CO
Lineville
Ala
E. T. Scott
Foley's Kidney Cure Promises Health for Kidneys
Promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy to cure kidney and bladder diseases in all forms. Claims it strengthens kidneys to proper function and prevents Bright's disease or diabetes if taken timely. Sold by E T. Scott.
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Foley
Bright
E T. Scott
Wireless Message Expands Marconi Reach Across Seas
Wireless telegraphy grows in use as messages travel from Westville to New York City and then to trans Atlantic steamers, at about twenty five cents per word. Thirty two major liners are equipped, with more joining, enabling ship to ship and shore communications.
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Westville
New York City
Marconi
United States
Manager Wanted for Chicago Office at Solid Firm
Trusted applicant sought to manage business and adjoining territory for a reputable firm with strong finances. $2000 salary plus expenses paid weekly by check from headquarters. Permanent position. Apply at 810 Come Block, Chicago Illinois.
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Chicago
Illinois
Farm harness and livestock notices and patent medicines
The advertisement lists a 14 inch farm harness and a bay ox mare four years old at about 1300 pounds from Julio Lonn & Son and E. E. Smith. It also promotes Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets and Nature's true fruit Cathartic Prune Wafers with prices and selling details.
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Julio Lonn & Son
E. S. Smith
Important Invention Could Ease Corn Planting
Dodd of this place and Comstock of near Valparaiso perfected an automatic attachment for corn planters. The device removes the need for wire check rows and a separate laborer, works on all terrains, and passed rigorous tests. The article praises the invention and notes local prospects for manufacturing and investment.
Seed Wats for Sale in Valparaiso
Northern grown seed oats offered by HIGLEY Grain Co at WAY office in Valparaiso. Write for samples and price or call the office for details.
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Valparaiso
Higley Grain Co
Obituary for John Rehm Resident and Former Farmer
John Rehm died at his home yesterday at age 73 after years of consumption. A long-time resident of the vicinity, he retired from farming and leaves a wife and several children regarded as credit to the community. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 1:00 PM at the house.
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John Rehm
Rehm
Mrs Bogarte dies at 50 in Valparaiso home
Mrs M E Bogarte, aged 50, died at her Valparaiso home on April 7. Survived by husband and three children. A longtime teacher at Valparaiso Normal School since its early days, she resigning a few years ago. Remembered as a lady of rare accomplishments and beloved by many friends.
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M. E. Bogarte
Valparaiso
Grant Wade Dies at 41 in Valparaiso Home
Grant Wade, 41, book binder and Odd Fellow, died Saturday morning at his Valparaiso home. He had worked with Wade Bros. & Wise, a printing firm on College Hill, until ill health sent him to seek California’s climate, returning about two years ago.
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Grant Wade
Valparaiso
Wade Bros. & Wise
College Hill
California
Elmira Rude Chase Dies at Laporte Home at 67
Elmira Rude Chase died Monday at the home of her son Stephen H. Chase in Laporte aged 67. She is survived by her husband and three children, Mrs. A. G. Larber, Mrs. Sarah E. Croft, and S. L. Chase. A brother, Dr. S. B. Rude, lives in Hastings, Nebraska.
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Elmira Rude Chase
Stephen H. Chase
Laporte Monday
A. G. Larber
Sarah E. Croft
S. L. Chase
S. B. Rude
Aastings
Neb
Funeral notices and deaths from Porter County area
The funeral of Miss Anna Poole was held at Laporte Sunday. She died at Marquette Michigan where she had been engaged as milliner the five years. Mrs Susan Unruh an old Valparaiso resident died April 6 aged 89. Three daughters and five sons survive. Remains taken to Bremen Indiana where her husband was buried. Mrs Cassius Jones living about four miles southwest of Valparaiso died early Monday morning. A husband and six children are left to mourn. Harriet McCormick aged 54 died Saturday at her home in Kankakee township. Zion McCormick husband and eight children survive. John J Tofte a Porter county resident since 1853 died at his home aged 75. The widow and three sons survive. Caroline Lieb aged 35 died at her home in Michigan City April 7. There is more Catarrh in this section of the country than any other disease and until recently was thought incurable. Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio is advertised as a constitutional cure. It is taken internally and claims cures with a money back offer. Doctors and pills are mentioned in the ad.
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W. L. Dodd
F. Comstock
Valparaiso
Messrs
Dodd
Comstock
Porter County
Mr. Comstock
Richard Dodd
H. PB. Draves
International Harvester Co
Porter Counhy
Anna Poole
Laporte
Marquette
Mich
Susan Unruh
Bremen
Ind
Cassius Jones
Harriet McCormick
Kankakee Township
Zion McCormick
John J. Tofte
Hall
F.J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
California Prune Wafers Promote Digestive Relief
Advertisement notes California Prune Wafers as a natural remedy for constipation and biliousness. It claims 100 wafers cost 25 cents and urges asking a druggist for use after meals to cleanse the bowels and soothe the digestive system.
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California
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E. JT. Scott
Census Bureau
Indiana
Michigan City
Lake County
Wasser
A. J. Sauss
Caroline Lieb
Toledo, O
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