Lithuanian man found near Holmesville loses both feet
Tony Rowaski, 22, a Lithuanian migrant, was found severely frozen along L S M S Ry tracks near Holmesville and later amputated to save his life. He was discovered in a stupor, unable to speak English, amid filth and vermin crowded in a heated box car. Meanwhile Purdue short course students under L Re Clere returned Friday, reporting a profitable week.
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Tony Rowaski
Holmesville
Purdue
L. Re Clere
A Toledo Man Rekindles Past in Otis Visit
A memory filled ride recounts Wesley Shunk, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Shunk, visiting Otis after rising from local roots. He rose from Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry service to top operating rank, lives in Toledo, and plans to return next month to inspect childhood scenes. The piece notes changes since his youth and mentions surrounding towns, farms, and a shift to modern buildings. Also included are subscriber notes and camp news alongside an officer installation and oyster supper at Nineveh Encampment 147.
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Otis
Westville
W. C. Ransburg
Shunk
Wesley Shunk
F. R. Shunk
Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry
Toledo
Wesley
Elkhart
Chicago
Nineveh
Patriach
Loren King
D. Martin
D. Herrold
H. B. Herrold
T. F. Matott
Jon N. Kelly
Stafford Iseminger
D. Nocker
L. R. Cass
C. EB. Morris
McDonald, Mich
Susan Brasket
Samuel W. Larson
Michigan City
Thomas ‘Crumpacker
Laporte, Son
DMG
Crumpacker
Ice Harvest Expands at Clear Lake as Cold Continues
The Consumer's Co begins harvesting ice at Clear Lake with about 80 workers. Ice houses will fill to capacity if the weather holds, and a large portion is shipped to other points. Ice is twelve inches thick and of good quality, with over fifty locals and Chicago arrivals on site.
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Consumer’s Co
Clear Lake
Chicago
Crystal Lake
Death of Former Resident Laura Deming at Englewood
Mrs Laura Deming 56 died at home in Englewood Monday after an appendicitis operation. Funeral and burial were in Englewood and Luther cemetery near Valparaiso. She is survived by husband, mother Mrs Samantha Snyder, brother Jared Snyder, and three sisters Mrs Abija Lawrence Mrs A J Forbes and Mrs Robert Beaton. Born near Bigelow Mills she moved to Chi...
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Laura Deming
Englewood
Luther Cemetery
Valparaiso
Samantha Snyder
Jared’ Snyder
Abija Lawrence
Westville
A. J. Forbes
Rowley in Republican Primary for La Porte and Starke Seats
N E Rowley of La Porte seeks the Republican nomination for state senator representing Laporte and Starke counties. An attorney and lively young Republican, he faces no announced opposition and may avoid a primary contest. Also noted is a forthcoming clearance sale ending Saturday January 22.
Revival Meetings Begin at Laporte Christian Church
Pastor D. L. Berry opened a series of revival meetings at the Laporte Christian Church. He is described as a powerful speaker whose fiery sermons draw growing attendance despite bad weather. The article urges all residents to attend and notes the choir’s inspiring singing aids the efforts.
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D. L. Berry
Laporte
Lilly led Harry S. Newford Senator Club push in Indianapolis
The editor relays a communication from James W. Lilly president of the Harry S. Newford Senator Club of Indianapolis. The group lists officials on its stationery and aims to spread favorable views of Mr. New as Indiana senator. The note praises New as able fearless and honest and notes the club headquarters at 306 Chamber of Commerce building.
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James W. Lilly
Harry S. Newford
Senator Club
Indianapolis
Chamber of Commerce
New
Indiana
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Lacrosse
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East Baltimore
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the House of Kuppeanes
Men’s & Young
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Laporte Savings Bank
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