FULTON COUNTY INDIANA

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The Rochester Sentinel

1913

Wendell C. Tombaugh

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The Rochester Sentinel

1913

Wednesday, January 1, 1913

Notice of Application for the Renewal of Individual and for Retailer's Liquor License . . . . Charles F. REED, Applicant. J. H. BIBLER, Atty for Petitioner.

Society Dots
Dr. O. P. WAITE surprised his friends today, on arriving from a supposed trip to Indianapolis, by bringing with him a bride to share his home on Jefferson street. The bride was Miss Emma ARCHEY, daughter of Chas. ARCHEY, of near Lafayette, and well known in this city. The wedding was performed at high noon, Tuesday, at the home of her parents, by Rev. DUNLAVEN, of Lafayette.
Mr. & Mrs. Clem LEONARD entertained . . . .The guests were mesdames H. A. BARNHART, Geo. DAWSON, Frank STERNER, J. N. RANNELLS, A. C. DAVISSON, Wes ALSPACH, Chas. BRACKETT, Jno. HOLMAN and Howard SHAFER of Chicago.
At the U. B. Parsonage in Fulton last evening, occurred the marriage of Wm. MADARY and Miss Olive AUSTIN, Rev. SHAW officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Pearl AUSTIN . . . of Fulton. The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Alfred MADARY. . . . will make their home in Wheatfield, Ind.
Mr. & Mrs. Henry PFEIFFER were hosts to the third annual New Year's supper they have given at their home, last night . . . . guests: Messrs. and Mesdames Ed. BEYER, Omar SMITH, Alex RUH, J. D. HOLZMAN, Geo. DAWSON, Frank STERNER, Mrs. B. F. WEBSTER, and Mr. & Mrs. Howard SHAFER, of Chicago.
A number of friends awaited the coming of the New Year at the home of Miss Genevieve SMITH, last night. . . .Misses Olive HARDIN, Josephine DAVIS, Rosella STONER, Margaret BITTERS, Leola TERRY of LaPorte, Genevieve SMITH, Karl KEEL, Bryan WALTERS, Clarence MILLER, Ed. SCHULER, Harold ROSS and Tom BLACK.

Personal
Mayor Omar B. SMITH went to Decatur this afternoon to transact business.
John ENTSMINGER, of Mentone, spent the day with his brother, Henry ENTSMINGER.
Mr. & Mrs. John PERSCHBACHER, of Mishawaka, are visiting relatives in this city.
Mrs. D. E. TROUTMAN, of Hammond, is the guest of Mr. & Mrs. Jno. TROUTMAN.
Mrs. E. W. FROMM went to South Bend this morning, to visit her son, F. W. FROMM.

Miss Mary STACY returned to Bloomington this morning to resume her studies at the University.
Mrs. L. L. WOOD went to Tiosa, this morning to visit Mrs. Wm. WOOD, who has had a stroke of paralysis.
James McCLUNG, who suffered an attack of paralysis Tuesday, is slowly improving at the Woodlawn hospital.
Mrs. H. H. CRAMER returned from Louisville, where she has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Harry GINTHER.
Mrs. Margaret ARNOLD returned to her home in Macy this morning after a weeks visit with Mr. & Mrs. A. M. ARNOLD.
Harvey WERNER and family, of N. Dakota, are moving to this city. They will occupy the STAHL property on S. Jefferson.
Miss Flavina TRACY, who has been spending the holidays with F. S. TRACY and family, returned to Oberlin this morning to resume her studies at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music.

Short News
Rural route carrier G. W. ROBBINS was the first man to take advantage of the new Parcel Post system in Rochester. Wm. BRINKMAN, the tailor, was the second patron.
Mrs. Lydia M. CORNELL, who died Sunday at her home near Fulton, will be buried in the Weesaw graveyard today. Mrs. Cornell was 53 years old, and leaves a husband, one child and four sisters. Rev. FISHER conducted the cermony.
A marriage license was issued to James KOFFEL and Mrs. Cora SCHOPP, of Leiters, today. Mr. Koffel recently moved from his farm on the east side of the lake, to his present residence on south Main street.
Byron STEFFY and Miss Maurine DOUGLAS were married by Rev. C. A. WRIGHT, at the Evangelical parsonage Tuesday afternoon.. . . Miss Douglas is the only daughter of Mr. & Mrs. H. H. DOUGLAS, and the groom is the son of Frank STEFFY and wife. They will reside in this city.

Notice to Heirs, Creditors, Etc. . . . Estate of Elizabeth ULRICH, Deceased. . . Final settlement. . .December 6, 1912. Robert M. CHESNUT, Admr. O. F. MONTGOMERY, Atty.

Death
Benjamin Ford BURKETT died Tuesday morning at nine o'clock, at his home near Wagoners, of pulmonary tuberculosis. The deceased was the son of Thomas J. and Rosanna BURKETT and was born in Miami county, July 12, 1888. He has lived in his present residence, near Wagoners, for twelve years, and was a highly respected young farmer. He is survived by a wife and two children, Annabelle, aged 5, and Lyman, aged 2. The funeral will be held Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at the Mount Zion Presbyterian church. Rev. Med KENNEDY will officiate. Deceased will be buried in the Mt. Zion cemetery.

Card of Thanks. We desire to thank the friends and neighbors for the kindness and sympathy expressed during the sickness and death of our husband and father, Levi HEETER. -- Susanna HEETER and family.

Notice of Petition of Individual to Purchase Renewal License. . . . Jesse CHAMBERLAIN, Petitioner. I. CONNER, Attorney for Petitioner.
Obituary
Levi HEETER, son of Adam and Mary HEETER, was born February 9, 1844 in Pennsylvania. He was united in marriage to Susannah REARICK February 1, 1872. To this union were born four children, Jane [HEETER], Ida B. [HEETER], William H. [HEETER], and Samuel [HEETER], all of whom are living. He is also survived by a wife, two brothers and two sisters.
He enlisted in the service of his country at the age of 18 years. Aug., 1862 he was enrolled as a private at South Bend, Ind., in Co. B, 87th Ind. V. I. attached to Ind. Brig., 3rd Div., 14 A. C. He was honorably discharged at Gallatin, Tenn., Feb. 14, 1863, reinlisted Feb. 18, 1864 at Indianapolis, Ind., in the old command. June 25, 1865 he was transferred from Washington, D.C. to Co. B, 42nd Ind. V. I. He was honorably discharged from second enlistment July 21, 1865 at Louisville, Ky. He was a member of Henry Beckett Post 348. Later he became a member of the Henry Spyer Post, No. ---, of Culver, Ind.
The deceased was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Delong, Ind. Comrad Heeter departed from this life Dec. 25, 1912. Age 68 years, 10 months, 16 days.

Thursday, January 2, 1913

Society Dots
Kircha KEPLER and Miss Blanche PEEBLES were quietly married at the Methodist parsonage at two o'clock this afternoon by Rev. J. D. KRUWELL. . . . They will live in LaPorte.

Well Known Citizen Dead
James McCLUNG, one of Fulton county's well known and highly respected citizens, passed away at the Woodlawn hospital this morning after a very short illness.
Mr. McClung had been in good health until last Monday morning, when he suffered an attack of paralysis while standing in Skinner's book store. An ambulance was called at once and the stricken man was taken to the Woodlawn hospital where he lingered until this morning. Death came as a relief as he could never have fully recovered from the attack.
James Andrew McCLUNG was born in Rush county, Indiana, January 1st, 1844, and died Thursday morning, age 69 years and one day. Deceased was a son of William T. and Mary M. McCLUNG, formerly of Rockbridge county, Virginia. He was one of four brothers and one sister. Three brothers and one sister preceeded him in death. The surviving brother is U. A. McCLUNG.
James McClung moved to Fulton county with his parents in 1848. He was married to Margaret Wallace HARTMAN, October 17, 1876. To this union there were born two children, Carl H. McCLUNG, of Greenville, Ohio, and Eva McCLUNG DAVIS of this city.
During the earlier part of his life he devoted several years to educational work, teaching country schools in this county.
Soon after his marriage he settled on his farm south of Mt. Zion, where he devoted his life to agriculture.
He lived until the death of his wife eight years ago, on the farm, and has since lived a retired life in Rochester, Ind.
He united with the Zion Presbyterian church in 1873, being one of the charter members. He has always been a faithful worker in the church.
He was a member of the Rochester Lodge, No. 47, I.O.O.F., since 1865, and during the last several years has devoted quite a lot of time to the interests of the lodge.
He was a member of McClung Post, having participated in the latter part of the Civil war. He was a member of 155th Indiana Regiment.
For several years Mr. McClung was a member of the Indiana State Board of Agriculture and was one of the original stockholders and officials of the Fulton county Agricultural Society.
Funeral services will be held at two p.m. Sunday, at First Presbyterian church. Interment at the Mt. Zion cemetery.

Death Calls Two People
Jacob SNYDER died last night on his farm two miles southeast of Grass Creek after an illness of one year. Deceased was 75 years old and had lived for twenty years in the neighborhood where he died. He was highly respected and was a member of the Bethel U.B. church. Besieds a large number of friends, he leaves four children to mourn his death. Charles SNYDER, of Logansport, Mrs. C. O. BEATTIE, Mrs. Sidney POWNALL and Mrs. S. MARSH.
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Mrs. Mary CRABILL of Richland township, died last night at seven o'clock. She was the wife of E. W. CRABILL. Deceased was born in Ohio, Feb. 7, 1845. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

Akron
Clarence ERB and Miss Nellie SPECK will be united in marriage today at 2:00 p.m. at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Samuel SPECK, two miles north of Akron.

Delong
Another good man has passed to the great beyond. Levi HEETER was buried Saturday. He had been ill several months. He was a patient sufferer. His demise is keenly felt by all who have known him. He was a veteran of the Civil War, the G.A.R. Post, of Carion, was in charge of the burial.

Friday, January 3, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Levi MILES, of Columbia City, who was called to this city on account of the death of the latter's mother, Mrs. Mary CRABILL, have returned to their home. Mr. & Mrs. Martin CRABILL, of Whitley county, have also returned.

Kewanna Woman Passes Away
Mrs. Jane MOGLE, a highly respected woman of Kewanna, died last night after a short illness. Deceased was the widow of Thomas MOGLE.
Mrs. Mogle was past 70 years of age and was one of the well known pioneer residents of Fulton county. She was the daughter of Rev. Jesse SPARKS and wife. Three children survive her death, Mrs. Molly GRUBE and Mrs. Orpha RIEMENSNEIDER, of Kewanna and Mrs. A. E. MOGLE, of Terre Haute. Six grandchildren also live to mourn her death.

Talma
Wm. FORE received the sad news of his sister's death at New Paris last Tuesday.
Mrs. Peter KESLER returned to her home in Starke county after visiting her daughter, Mrs. Chris WORTH and family and attending the funeral of Mrs. Dr. FISH at Mentone.

Tiosa
The stork left a pair of twin girls at the home of Mr. & Mrs. James SHARPE last Saturday morning and a boy at Frank BARNHART's Monday of this week.
Saturday, January 4, 1913

Personal
Percy SMITH returned to Philadelphia this morning, to resume his studies at Pennsylvania University, after spending the Christmas vacation at home.

Monday, January 6, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Palmer CARVEY, of Perrysburg, were here Sunday, to attend the funeral or James McCLUNG.

Four People Die in Last 48 Hours
Mrs. C. A. MITCHELL, one of Rochester's pioneer residents, died at her home in east Rochester, Saturday night, age 77 years.
Mrs. Mitchell suffered a stroke of paralysis in 1910 and since then has been in very poor health. Within the last three months she was again attacked, the effects of which caused her death.
Deceased was one of the oldest residents of the city and because of her age and lovable character she was well known and highly respected by every one.
Isabel Eunice COLLINS was born in Genesee county, New York, Oct. 9, 1835, and died Jan. 4, after an illness of many months, aged 77 years, three months and four days. She was married to Charlie Asa MITCHELL, Sept. 21, 1856. To this union three children were born-- Orton S. MITCHELL, deceased, Estella, now Mrs. R. P. TRUE, and Chas. A. MITCHELL, of this city. She united with the Rochester M.E. church many years ago and has always lived an upright Christian life. She was a noble wife and mother. With her, her home and family were above everything else.
The funeral ceremony took place this afternoon at the house. Services were conducted by Rev. KRUWEL, of the M.E. church.
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Samuel A. ALLEN, one of Fulton's oldest and most respected citizens passed away Sunday morning after an illness of some length. He was born in Pennsylvania, 74 years ago, coming to Fulton about 35 years ago. He at once engaged in the drug business, continuing the work until ten years ago, when he retired. Shortly afterward, Mrs. Allen died, and Mr. Allen made his home with one of his two surviving daughters, Mrs. May WHYBREW. The other daughter is Mrs. Margaret SCHAFER, of Logansport. Besides his wife, two children have preceeded Mr. Allen to the beyond.
Mr. Allen was a member of the Civil war, having served three years in that great conflict.
The funeral will be held Tuesday at two p.m. in the U.B. church at Fulton and burial will take place in the Fulton cemetery. Rev. H. E. BUTLER, of the Rochester U.B. church will have charge of the services.
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Tillman M. SALTS, died last night at five o'clock at his home in Leiters Ford, after an illness of two weeks. Mr. Salts became ill as the result of an attack of pneumonia and gradually grew worse until the end.
Deceased was born in Warren county, Indiana, Aug. 2, 1858 and died Jan. 5th, 1913. He leaves one daughter, Mrs. Katherine DRENNER, of South Bend. Burial will take place Tuesday at ten o'clock at the cemetery at West Lebanon.
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Charity CARTER, [See Obit, January 11, 1913]

Married Secretly
Announcement of their marriage June 26 of last year, at St. Joseph, Mich, . . . . Miss Laura BEVELHEIMER and Henry MASON. . . . .

Tuesday, January 7, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Albert DAY have gone to Atlanta to attend the funeral of a nephew.

R.H.S. News, By Arthur Copeland
New HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING will soon be under roof. Then it will be possible to continue work on the inside no matter how severe the weather.
Miss Edith KINGERY is confined to her home with the gripe.

Luther S. Kuhn Dies Monday
Luther S. KUHN, a young farmer of Richland township, died at the Woodlawn hospital Monday evening as the result of an attack of appendicitis.
Mr. Kuhn took suddenly ill a week ago last Sunday and was at once removed to the Woodlawn hospital. An operation failed to relieve him and after lingering for several days, he died Monday evening.
Luther S. Kuhn was born in Marshall county, Nov. 20, 1880 and died Monday, Jan. 7, 1913, age 33 years.
He was the son of John KUHN and wife. Besides a host of friends Mr. Kuhn leaves a wife and three children to mourn his death.
Funeral services will take place Thursday, 11 a.m., at the South Germany Evangelical Church. Rev. P. H. BUEHLOR officiating.

Obituary - Mrs. P. M. KINDER
Norah ALLEN was born March 4, 1873, to Willard and Sarah GRINDLE, at their farm home one mile northwest of Akron. Since 1879 the family moved to Colorado, where the father died in 1881, and the mother died in Oklahoma, 1887. After the death of the parents, the subject of this sketch and one sister, Vida [ALLEN] (now deceased) returned to this community. In March 1893, Nellie [ALLEN], as she was called, became the wife of P. M. KINDER and they resided in Akron since their marriage. Three children, Nerr [KINDER], Russell [KINDER] and Sarah [KINDER] were added to the home, who survive with their father in sorrow for a beloved mother.
Mrs. Kinder has suffered for several years with complications, that baffled medical aid, and the taking away from this life is only a release from constant suffering which was patiently endured. On the last day of the old year, her brother Roland GRINDLE and two sisters, Mrs. Laura DuVALL, and Maude GRIMM, arrived from Denver, Colorado. The meeting was a happy one for the sufferer, as she had expressed great desire to meet them once again. The time to be together was Divinely limited. On the night of January 3rd, she passed to the great beyond.
Funeral services were conduct ed on Sunday at 1:30 p.m., at M.E. church, by Rev. M. H. KRAUSS. Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Wednesday, January 8, 1913

Short News
The widow of Luther KUHN, who died at the Woodlawn hospital Monday, was agreeably surprised Tuesday, when she discovered that a life insurance policy for $3,000 would be payable to her. Mr. Kuhn took out the policy six months ago without the knowledge of his wife, as she was opposed to it.

F. F. MOORE Again Honored
F. F. MOORE, who resides east of the city was elected Secretary of the STANDARD CHESTER WHITE RECORDING ASSOCIATION at Indianapolis, Tuesday. . . . .

Kewanna
William POULSM, one of Mishawaka's well known young men, son of Mr. & Mrs. Frank POULSM, of 115 West Sixth street, and Miss Hazel SEARS, youngest daughter of Mrs. Ella SEARS, Kewanna, Ind., were married New Year's night at eight o'clock at the First Christian church parsonage, by Rev. O. E. TUNES. . . The groom is at present employed at the Mishawaka Woolen Manufacturing Company, but for some time was a singer in the vaudeville circuit and sang successfully in South Bend, Mishawaka and other cities. . . .

Talma
Russel WALTERS was married last Saturday, at Warsaw. His bride is not known in this vicinity.

Thursday, January 9, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Carl McCLUNG of Greenville, O., who came here to attend the funeral of James McCLUNG returned home today.

Short News
Mrs. Dora DAVIS has filed a claim on a note against the estate of Geo. R. BEARSS.

The body of Mrs. Asa [Leota] CALLOWAY, who died at her home in Chicago, Tuesday, was brought to the home of her father, Wm. SCHINDLER, in Macy, last night.
John C. STEELE and Miss Harriet A. RHODES, of Kewanna, were granted a marriage license today. Mr. Steele is at the present time a soldier in the U. S. army.

R.H.S. News - By Arthur Copeland
The H.S. basketball team put in a hand practice last night at the Armory hall. Coach JOHNSON, was assisted in coaching by Guy BARR, forward on Purdue basketball team last year.

Advertised Letters
Miss Ruth GRAVEL, Marion HOOVER, Mrs. Anna HUFFMAN, Lester R. KINZIE, Joseph MORRIS, T. S. ZOLMAN. -William WRIGHT, P.M.

Athens
Clarence McINTIRE and wife are the happy parents of a fine boy, mother and son doing nicely.
Tiosa
Harley WYNN and wife are the happy parents of a baby boy.
A number of young people gathered at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Byron SMITH Tuesday evening to remind him of his thirtieth birthday. . .

Friday, January 10, 1913

To Be Married
A marriage license was issued this afternoon to Geo. DEYO, a well known farmer residing in Plymouth, and Mrs. Elizabeth WALTERS, of Rochester.

Personals
Mrs. Wm. WHISMAN and Mrs. Mary STOCKBERGER, who were here to attend the funeral of Luther KUHN, went to Argos today. From there they will go to their home in Rannells, Ill.
Mr. & Mrs. James WILKINSON, Mrs. T. W. MASTELLER, Mrs. Geo. HICKS, and Misses Bertha and Fern MASTELLER went to Macy, this morning, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Asa B. CALLOWAY, who died in Chicago a few days ago.
Joe DALY, who was landlord of the EAST SIDE Hotel, Lake Manitou, last summer is dying at his home in Peru, of tuberculosis.
The divorce suit of Harvey WAYMIRE against Fern WAYMIRE, has been postponed until further evidence arrives from the clerk of San Diego county, Cal.

Births
To Robert QUINN and wife of Akron, a girl; to Geo. VANLUE and wife, of near Fulton, a girl; to James BURNS and wife, of Rochester, a girl.

Saturday, January 11, 1913

Personal
Mrs. Minerva NEWLAND went to Logansport this morning, where she will be the guest of her granddaughter, Miss Effie MOORE.
Frank LOWMAN and daughter, Arline [LOWMAN], spent the day in Indianapolis. During his absence Carl KEEL took his place as flagman at the L. E. & W.

Short News
BEYER BROS. have added another to the many produce houses they already own. A plant has just been bought by them in Gilman, Ill., which they will enlarge and operate in the same manner as their other agencies.
Word was received today by Mrs. W. F. DeMONT from her sister, Mrs. Wm. GRAY, of River Park, who with her husband was nearly asphyxiated Tuesday by gas from a leaking stove. . both of them are well on the road to recovery. . .

Applies for License
Ralph HORGESHIMER and Miss Pearl EARL, of near Delong, applied for a marriage license . . . Miss Earl will not be sixteen years of age until the 22nd of this month . . . The prospective groom is the son of Edward HORGESHIMER. Miss Earl is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas R. EARL.
Is Long Time Lodge Member
Jonas MYERS, for 64 years a resident of Rochester, will celebrate tonight the 62nd anniversary of his initiation into I.O.O.F. Lodge, No. 47. For 35 years following the time he was taken into the lodge, Mr. Myers did not miss a meeting, excluding only those which took place while he was away at war. . . .
Mr. Myers, who came to Rochester from Miami county in 1848, is still hale and hearty, and attributes his good health to an early abstinence from tobacco and intoxicating liquors.

Obituary - Mrs. Thomas Carter
Charity CARTER, daughter of Charles & Harriet RHINESMITH, was born Dec. 7th, 1829, in Passaic county, N.J., and died at her home in Fulton county, Ind., Jan. 1st, 1913, aged 83 years and 24 days.
At the age of nine years she moved with her parents to Sandusky county, Ohio, where she grew to womanhood. In the year 1843 she was married to Oren OLES, and to this union were born five children, four of whom preceeded her to the spirit world, leaving one son, Lewis W. OLES who cared for her during the last years of her life. In the year 1852 she was left a widow, and in 1854 was again married, uniting with Thomas CARTER. To this union five children were born, all having preceeded her to the spirit world except one daughter, Mrs. Emily BURGETT, who resides in Marshall county, Ind.
In the year 1853, Mrs. Carter, with her family, moved to Fulton county and settled in Richland township, on the farm where she died.
In 1856, Rev. MERCER of the M.E. church, formed the first Methodist class in the community. She became a charter member of this class and remained a member of what is now called Bethel M.E. class, until death. For many years she has been a constant sufferer, but bore it with patience. Her end was peaceful.
She leaves one son, one daughter, nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, one sister and three brothers to mourn their loss, but we believe their loss is her eternal gain.
Her funeral was held Jan. 3rd, conducted by her pastor, Rev. MOSIER, and interment was made in Zion cemetery.

Monday, January 13, 1913

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Tuesday, January 14, 1913

Are Married in Plymouth
At the U.B. parsonage on Saturday, Jan. 11, 1913, George DEYO, of West township and Mrs. Elizabeth WALTERS, of Rochester, were united in marriage, Rev. H. S. HAGER officiating. . . . Mr. & Mrs. Deyo will begin married life on their farm near Pretty Lake. -- Plymouth Democrat.

Personal
A son was born to Mr. & Mrs. Chauncey NYE, east of Rochester, this morning.
Mrs. Angeline BURTON is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Guy MONTGOMERY, of Chicago.
Mr. & Mrs. Guy MONTGOMERY, of Chicago, are the parents of a baby girl since this morning.
Mrs. Joseph KOCHENDERFER and children have returned from Macy, where Mrs. Kochenderfer visited her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jesse SLUSSER.
Solomon BURNS filed an affidavit in Justice EWING's court Monday, charging Walter SWIHART, teacher in District 14, known as the Sager school, with assault and battery upon his children, Robert and Marion BURNS.
After living away from her husband for 18 years and raising a family of five children without his assistance, Mrs. Anna BUCKINGHAM, of Liberty township today was granted a divroce. The suit was filed against the husband, Virgel BUCKINGHAM, several months ago.
Walter SMITH was granted a divorce from Edith SMITH this afternoon . . . married in the latter part of July, and lived together till Oct. 7, 1912, on which date the defendant left.

Fristoe is New Proprietor
Notice of partnership dissolution in the firm of H. A. FRISTOE & E. MERRIAS, proprietors of the Rochester 5, 10 and 25 cent store at the corner of Ninth and Main streets, was given this morning.
Mr. Fristoe, who came here from Decatur almost two years ago, has purchased the interest of his partner and will continue the business at the same location. He has assumed all of the firm's obligations. Mr. Merrias has decided to return to his farm near Pleasant Mills, Ind., and will remove there within a short time.

Wednesday, January 15, 1913

Married at Baptist Parsonage
Ray Lynn GRONINGER and Miss Mary FERREE were united in marriage by Rev. CHANDLER this morning, at the Baptist parsonage and departed immediately for Huntington, where they will make their future home. The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Otto GRONINGER, of Wabash, and is employed as a fireman on the Erie. The bride is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Emery FERREE, well known people residing near Akron. Mrs. Groninger has been employed as telephone operator at Akron.

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Roy OVERMYER, of Leiters, are the parents of a baby boy.
Isaac BOWMAN, of Montana, is visiting Geo. COOK. This is the first visit Mr. Bowman has paid to Rochester for thirty-six years, and he finds it much changed for the better.

Kewanna Man is Bankrupt
The Gusman, Carpenter & Tillman Shoe Co., of Chicago, filed a replevin suit against Elvin J. RUSSELL, of Kewanna, today, to recover payment due them. . . . Russell started the business about a year ago, and seemed to be doing well. . . . Bankruptcy papers were made out before any creditors filed bills. . . . Mr. Russell . . . is the son of John P. RUSSELL, who for eight years has been postmaster at Kewanna.

Thursday, January 16, 1913

Tiosa
Mr. & Mrs. Ellas MEREDITH, of Mentone, are the proud parents of a nine pound boy.

Ebenezer
Mr. & Mrs. Elmer NEWCOMB have returned from Huntington, where they attended the funeral of the former's cousin, Miss Bertha NEWCOMB.

Kewanna
The funeral of John SEARS was held Monday at the Christian church at 9:30 a.m., conducted by Rev. KNOTT. Mr. Sears lived formerly at Kewanna, moving to Logansport some fifteen years ago. He has been in the employ of the Vandalia R.R. for about thirty years as carpenter. He was killed by a switch engine in the yards. He was watching a cut of cars, which switched to another track and did not see the engine. He leaves a wife and three daughters, Mrs. Dr. Jno. WASHBURN, of Kewanna, Mrs. Chas. COOK, of Matthews and Mrs. Grace GIBSON of Laceland, Canada.
About fifty employees represented the Vandalia R.R. at the funeral of John Sears.
Mrs. Grace (SEARS) GIBSON of Laceland, Canada, came Monday to attend the funeral of John Sears, her father, and will visit relatives for some time.

Friday, January 17, 1913

Social Events
The engagement of Miss Norma STRAUSS of Columbia City and Jake FLOX, formerly of Rochester, has been announced. The marriage will take place in June.

Short News
Mrs. M. LaRUE, who resides three miles south of Fulton, has suffered a stroke of paralysis and is reported to be in a dying condition in a hospital in Logansport.
Mrs. Louis LOUDERBACK, mother of Francis LOUDERBACK of Rochester, who lives at the home of Al FARRAR, south of Fulton, is ill as the result of a stroke of paralysis, which has made her practically helpless.

New Enterprise Will Locate Here
Through the efforts of Fred H. MOORE, of MOORE BROS., publishers of the White Breeder's Companion, a consolidation was effected Wednesday of the Standard White Record Association of Indiana, and the American White Record Association of Ohio, with offices at Rochester, Ind. . . . . . . . .

Death Calls Two Citizens
After a very short illness, caused by a severe attack of pneumonia, William BOWMAN died this morning on his farm near Burton.
Mr. Bowman was a highly respected citizen of this county, and his death comes as a shock to all his friends.
Deceased leaves a wife and one daughter. He was a member of the Burton church for a number of years and had always been active in the promotion of its welfare. Mr. Bowman was born in Fulton county, near Germany station, July 28, 1857.
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Word was received by Rochester relatives of the death of William MURPHY, south of Gilead, who died Thursday night, at the age of sixty-seven. Mr. Murphy was a well known farmer, having lived on the place about thirty years. He is survived by a wife and four children. He is a brother of Columbus MURPHY and Mrs. Roy NORRIS, of this city, and Merritt MURPHY, of Denver. He will be buried at Chili, Sunday afternoon.

Aged Man Finds Sudden Relief
Loffer RUMBAUGH was found dead in bed early Thursday morning, at the county poor house, where he had lived for about fifteen years. He was seventy-two years of age, and had the grip for several days, but was some better the night before his death. His death was caused by old age and a defective heart. He was burined in the Odd Fellows cemetery at Leiters today. He leaves no near relatives the closest being Mrs. Jno. O'CONNEL, of Richland Center, who is a niece.

Saturday, July 18, 1913

To Be Married In South Bend
A marriage license was issued today to Samuel ROOKSTOOL, son of Mrs. Mahala ROOKSTOOL, of Akron, and Miss Hazel BRADWAY, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Frank L. BRADWAY, of the same place. The two left on the morning train for South Bend, where Mr. Rookstool is employed.

Personal
A telegram was received Friday afternoon by Rochester relatives announcing the death of R. B. EVANS, of Kadoka, South Dakota. Mr. Evans, until three years ago, was a resident of Fulton county and was well known by many people.

Went West to Make Stake
Word has been received by relatives in Rochester to the effect that Lee SHIELDS, who disappeared about fifteen years ago, is not dead, as was thought by many, but alive and well. Lee is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel SHIELDS, and was born and raised in Rochester.
About fifteen years ago, with his sisters he moved to Denver, and then to Portland, Ore., returning from there to Rochester. He left the home one day, saying he would not return till he had made a "stake." About two years ago he was seen on the street in Denver by Fred IZZARD, which has been the only word of him till today. This morning a letter was received by Scott SHIELDS, his uncle, from a former Rochester man, whose identity Mr. Shields does not wish to divulge, saying that Lee was in a city in the West. Mr. Shields wrote immediately to the postmaster of the western city, with a letter enclosed to Lee. The parents of the young man both died about ten years ago, but he has a sister in Akron.

Monday, January 20, 1913

Personal
Miss Zern ROWE, of Plymouth, formerly of Akron, died Sunday, at the age of 32. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Chas. ROWE.

Death Calls Orville MOON
Orville MOON, 19 year old son of Rev. and Mrs. F. C. MOON, died at 8 o'clock Sunday evening, after a week's illness at his home on south Main street. He had been ill for about a week, his affliction gradually developing into a serious case of pneumonia, which baffled his physician and caused a most untimely death.
He was born in Liberty township, Jan. 21, 1893, where he lived till three years ago, when the family moved to their present residence. He graduated from the Rochester High School in May, 1913. After attending Normal school at the college, he was one of the first of the young teachers to obtain a license. In the fall of 1912, he began teaching at school No. 8, known as the South Mud Creek school, and was most successful in his work. He was appointed by Supt. BECKER to teach in the new district school, which is to open soon, near Germany, and as Mr. Becker says, had a bright and successful future before him.
He will be buried Tuesday, on his twentieth birthday, in the I.O.O.F. cemetery. The services will be held at the Baptist church, by Rev. G. C. CHANDLER and Rev. Lee FISHER, of Flora. The deceased leaves his parents, five sisters, Mrs. Zona BERGER, of Peru, Mrs. John COOL, of Argos, Mrs. Bert LEEDY, of Walnut, Mrs. Clyde WALTERS, of South Bend and Myra [MOON], who mourn his death. The body may be viewed Tuesday morning.
The township schools will be dismissed Tuesday, as a tribute to the dead teacher.

R. B. Evans
The body of R. B. EVANS, who died in South Dakota last Thursday, arrived here today and is now at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. A. HOUGHSTON. Burial will take place in Macy, Wednesday.

Allen McKitrick
Word was received here Saturday by relatives of the death of Allen McKITRICK, of Altra, Ohio. He was the brother of Mrs. Bruce LOVE, Mrs. Ed. DAY, Mrs. W. O. KILMER and C. E. WAKEFIELD, all of this city.

Tuesday, January 21, 1913

Social Events
A marriage license was issued today to Archie S. WYNN, son of Mr. & Mrs. Francis WYNN, and Miss Lulu May WALTERS, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph WALTERS. Both reside near Tiosa.

Personal
A daughter was born to Mr. & Mrs. Geo. W. CHESSER, Saturday.
A twelve poound son was born to Mr. & Mrs. E. A. SMITH, Saturday morning.

Short News
The following were among those who were here to attend the funeral of Orville MOON today: Mr. & Mrs. Frank MORGAN, Earl McGRIFF, Vern WARNER, Misses WHARTENBEE, Lele DIMMIA, and Esther STEFFY, of Argos, Mr. & Mrs. Wm. LEWIS, Mr. & Mrs. Harley JONES, Clyde LEWIS and Mrs. Robt. OSBORNE, of Walnut, Mrs. Henry MECHLING and Mr. & Mrs.Harry OSBORNE, of Tiosa, and Mr. & Mrs. S. A. BERGER, of Peru.
W. C. CUTLER, a former resident of this county and well known to people here, has made a wonderful discovery at his home near Los Angeles, Cal. He has invented a method of taking gas from a natural well and with it under high pressure, convert it into a liquid which will produce light, heat or cold. He has a big plant in operation and expects to bring about wonderful results. The Los Angeles papers have given a detailed report of Mr. Cutler's invention.

R.H.S. News - by Arthur Copeland
The HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL team has a very hard schedule before them as the itinerary of games will show. The slogan of the High School is to beat South Bend and Culver as by so doing they will have an excellent chance to annex the State Championship at Bloomington, March 14 and 15.

Obituary - William Bowman
William BOWMAN was born in Fulton county, Ind., July 28, 1856, departed this life January 17, 1913, aged 56 years, 6 months and 11 days. He was born on the farm on which he lived and died. He was a resident of the Burton neighborhood all his life. His father, Henry BOWMAN, died 30 years or more ago, from which time he looked after his mother until she passed to the beyond.
In the year 1893, May 14, he married to Amanda WALLER. To this union was born one daughter, Alice [BOWMAN]. At the age of 17 through the directions and leadership of Rev. Dan SHOWLEY, he was united with the U.B. church.
He leaves a wife, one daughter, two sisters and two brothers, and a host of kindred friends and neighbors to mourn his loss.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. DIXON, at the Burton church. . . . He was assisted by Rev. BEAULER, of Warsaw, Ind. The body was laid to rest in the I.O.O.F. cemetery at Rochester, Ind.

Mrs. Molly Downey
Word was received at the Sentinel office today, from S. M. SWINEHEART, of Stites, Idaho, announcing the death of Mrs. Molly DOWNEY, a sister of the late Jacob BROWN.
Mrs. Downey went to Idaho last spring, where she has always resided from this city to make her home with Mr. & Mrs. Jacob KING. She sustained a hard fall a few months ago, and has been failing ever since, passing away on the night of Jan. 15. Burial was made in the Battle Ridge cemetery, at Stites, on Jan. 17.

Wednesday, January 22, 1913

Social Events
Rev. J. D. KRUWELL married two couples in the office of the clerk, this afternoon. John LOSHER, a retired farmer, residing in Macy, was married to Mrs. Amanda SAMPSEL, of Green Oak. They will live in Macy. Ralph HORGESHIMER, nineteen, son of Mr. & Mrs. Edward HORGESHIMER, of Monterey, was united in marriage to Miss Pearl EARL, sixteen, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas EARL, of near Rochester. The young couple is the one who were refused a license a few weeks ago, as the young lady was not of age, so they waited till today, her sixteenth birthday.

To Be Wed in Richland Center
A license was issued to Harvey E. BURKHEISER, of Miami county, to Miss Grace OVERMYER, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. OVERMYER, this afternoon. The two will be married at six o'clock this evening, by Rev. MOSIER, ar Richland Center.

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Bert COOL returned to Argos and Mr. & Mrs. Clyde WALTERS returned to South Bend this morning, having been here to attend the funeral of Orville MOON.

NOTICE. The annual meeting of the Stockholders of the Rochester Canning Co. will be held on Thursday, January 30, 1913, at two o'clock p.m. at the office of the company, over Blue Drug Store, at which time Directors for the ensuing year will be elected. Lewis G. HOLZ, Pres. Attest: F. J. MATTICE, Sec'y.

Thursday, January 23, 1913

Personal
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Maurice LAUTZENHIZER, of Akron, a son, [George LAUTZENHIZER].
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Charles E. BROWN, of Liberty township, a girl, [Hazel BROWN].

Short News
Friends here received the news of a son born to Mr. & Mrs. Robert JONES, of Goshen. Mrs. Jones was formerly Miss Hortense PHILLIPS, of this city.
Chas. E. EWING, of Genou, Mont., started back west today, after a month's visit with relatives and friends in Fulton county, and the southern part of the state. Mr. Ewing, who lived in this community about three years ago, now has a claim in Montana.

Two Divorces are Granted
Two divorce cases were disposed of this morning in the Fulton circuit court. Fannie S. GREENWOOD obtained a legal separation from S. K. GREENWOOD, and Dessa K. LEWIS from A. M. LEWIS. Both couples lived near Akron. . . . Mrs. Greenwood was given charge of her 13 year old son, Robert [GREENWOOD]. Mrs. Lewis was given her divorce. . . Her two children will be sent to some home, to be raised.

Erie Train Kills Joseph Hunter
Joseph HUNTER, a well known Rochester citizen, was instantly killed at Leiters Ford Wednesday evening by an Erie freight train which backed upon him without warning. He was cut and mutilated in a horrible manner. One leg was cut completely off, and the head was crushed.
The fatal accident occurred at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. Mr. Hunter, who has been an employee of the Erie company, had just taken his supper at the BRUGH hotel. He started to walk to the Erie depot down the side track near Leiters elevator. The west bound local had just pulled in and was in the act of making a flying switch in order to place an empty car on the side track. Mr. Hunter was in the center of that track and because of the noise from the engine and rattle of the cars on the main line, he did not hear the approach of the empty coal car, which without warning ran him down, dragging him fifteen or twenty feet.
Three men, Alvie SUMMERS, H. CAMPBELL and Fred BRUGH, witnessed the accident, but were unable to give a warning to Mr. Hunter. They yelled at the trainmen, who were unable to stop the car. With their assistance, the trainmen carried the remains to the Erie depot. The coroner, Dr. F. B. LOWE, was notified and accompanied the body to Rochester, where Undertaker Val ZIMMERMAN took charge.
The accident which caused the untimely death of Joseph Hunter, or as he is better known, "Joe" Hunter is deeply regretted by everyone who knew him and who appreciated his efforts to do better. For some time he had been employed by the Erie extra gang and through hard and diligent work was getting good results. He had been assisting in the double tracking between Germany and Leiters and had been boarding at the farm home of Geo. MYERS. Wednesday he had to seek another place to board and it is supposed that he was on this quest when the accident took place.
The coroners inquest was held today in Leiters Ford. As there were only three witnesses of the accident, the hearing did not take long.
It was reported today that the Erie company would be held responsible for Mr. Hunter's death, as it is against the law to make a flying switch.
Joseph Hunter, who was 55 years of age, was born on a farm east of Rochester. When twenty years of age he married Catherine NEW, to which union there was born one child, Edward HUNTER, who now resides in Plymouth. His present wife was Effie GILBERT. To this union were born six children, four of whom survive him, Eugene [HUNTER], Rex [HUNTER], Mrs. John SLAYBAUGH and Leone HUNTER. Mr. Hunter was a member of the Christian church. The funeral services will be held Saturday, interment at I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Sand Hill
Mr. & Mrs. Orville MILLER attended the funeral of Mr. William BOWMAN near Germany.

Advertised Letters
Mrs. S. P. BARTY, Rodney H. BRANDON, Scottie CHILDERS, Miss Edna RUD, Cole TEETER, H. F. VANDERGRIFT. - Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Friday, January 24, 1913

Are Married in Indianapolis
Mr. & Mrs. Henry THOMPSON, of this city, announce the marriage of their daughter, Belle [THOMPSON], to Chas. J. CARROLL, of Indianapolis, which took place Thursday, at 10 a.m., January 23rd. Mr. Carroll is employed in the city sales department of Crane Plumbing & Engineering Supply Co. and also has charge of part of the city trade. Miss Thompson has been employed as stenographer for the same firm the past two years. They went immediately to their new home in the Clarina Flats on the corner of Alabama and North streets, where they will be at home to their friends. Mrs. Carroll will be well remembered by many friends in Rochester.

Celebrate 84th Birthday
Mrs. Sarah M. MANN, who resides at the home of Arthur P. COPELAND, celebrated her eighty-fourth birthday Thursday. . . . The day was made most enjoyable by the presence of her daughter, Mrs. Lucy DEVENY, of Oakland, Cal, whom she had not seen for twelve years.

Personal
Rex HUNTER, of Winamac, has been called to this city by the death of his father, Joseph HUNTER.
Mr. & Mrs. Finley HENDRICKS returned to their home in Fort Wayne, after attending the funeral of her father, R. D. EVANS.

Akron
Two weeks ago Mrs. Alice SHIREMAN departed for Lakeworth, Florida. On Sunday, Jan. 12th., she was united in marriage at that place with Mr. L. G. WELTON, according to the Lakeworth Herald. Mr. Welton is remembered by the pioneers of Akron as Grant WELTON, one of the children comprising the colony that settled Akron in 1836.
Grass Creek
J. J. KUNDER, of Grass Creek, is the proud grandpa of twin boys, born to Mr. & Mrs. Earl HEIMBURGER, January 20, 1913.

Saturday, January 25, 1913

Social Events
In honor of his 57th birthday, Anthony BRAMAN was the object of a surprise party, arranged by his wife at their home on West 6th street Friday evening.
Daniel ROBINSON, son of Mr. & Mrs. William ROBINSON, and Miss Effie May SEELEY, daughter of Lawrence SEELEY, were married this afternoon at the M.E. parsonage. The young couple live in Delong. Mr. Robinson is a telegraph operator.
A home wedding was performed this evening at the residence of Will ROGERS, near Tiosa, when his daughter, Ethel [ROGERS], was united in marriage to Otis NELLANS, son of C. NELLANS. The young couple will live on a farm near Tiosa.

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel JOHNSON went to Tiosa this morning to attend the wedding of Otis NELLANS and Miss Ethel ROGERS.

Born to Mrs. Silas MEREDITH, a boy, also to Mrs. Rose SNYDER, a girl, making Frank ROHRABAUGH "grandpa" twice in one week. - Argos Reflector.

Short News
Joseph BATT, automobile editor of the Cleveland Leader and News, will be here Sunday, Feb. 2, for a short visit with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Martin BATT on south Jefferson street. Mr. Batt has but recently returned from the auto shows in New York and will stop here on his way to the coming shows in Chicago.

Richland Center
Albert BURKETT and Berthal COX went to Rochester on Tuesday of this week to attend the funeral of Orville MOON.

Delong
Mrs. Frank SCHNER died in a hospital at Logansport Saturday night. The body was brought to her home here Sunday. Sympathy is extended to Mr. Schner and family by all here.

Tiosa
Miss Ethel [ROGERS] and Grace ROGERS attended the funeral of Orville MOOR at Rochester Friday.

Germany
Hubert MOGLE dismissed school Tuesday on account of attending the funeral of his room-mate, Orville MOORE.

Monday, January 27, 1913

Social Events
Before an assemblage composed of the families and close friends, Miss Lena [DOLPH], daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. DOLPH, residing three miles west of the city, was united in marriage Sunday at her home, to William ALEXANDER, son of Mr. & Mrs. A. ALEXANDER, who live six miles west of Rochester. . . . . .

Personal
Born to Mr. & Mrs. John LOWE, of Liberty township, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Clyde BECK, of near Athens, a girl.

Short News
The FULTON AUTO CO. has received another car load of Ford autos. This is the second car load sold for 1913.

"Bink" Stinson is Manager
After considering three or four offers, Frank STINSON, better known as "Bink," has accepted a position as general manager of the shop end of the ROCHESTER MACHINE CO.
Mr. Stinson is well fitted to take care of the work, having managed shops all over the country, and having recently been employed as laboratory man by the Rayfield Carbureter Co., in Chicago. He was in the racing game for several years, and still holds the record for a $1500 stock car, making two hundred miles in one hundred eighty-six minutes, in a race run in the Indianapolis speedway, July 4, 1910.
Since the new machinery has been installed in the shop, the owners have an equipment with which any part can be duplicated, and the force of seven men is easily capable of keeping a car in a first class shape. They will soon be prepared to alter any motor in such a manner that kerosene can be used instead of gasoline, the more expensive fuel. The idea is Mr. Stinson's, and he guarantees it to work.

Beyer Bros. Stop Milk Routes
Because the farmers at this season of the year have very little cream and milk to sell, BEYER BROTHERS and COMPANY, of this city, have discontinued four of their milk routes and Saturday laid off four old hands.
The men who are off duty for a few months are G. W. NICODEMUS, of Macy, T. B. NICODEMUS, who drives the Athens route, T. R. MOORE, who drives out of Millark and C. M. DAVIS, who hauls the produce from Akron. . . . .
According to Otto CARLSON, of Beyer Brothers Company, the present dull spell is an annual occurance.

Kewanna
An eight pound boy came Monday to stay with Mr. & Mrs. E. HOGAN.
The stork came Monday to the home of Mr. & Mrs. Earl HEIMBURGER, leaving a fine pair of twins.

Tuesday, January 28, 1913

Social Events
Announcement has been made that Archie S. WYNN and Miss Lulu Mae WALTERS were married at the home of Wm. BALDWIN, on January 22, at twelve o'clock, by Rev. L. C. GARNER of Leiters Ford. . . The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. L. C. WALTERS of the Sand Hill neighborhood. The groom is the youngest son of Mr. & Mrs. F. M. WYNN, of Richland Center. He is a graduate of R.N.U. and has attended school at Logansport and Marion. . . They will be found at home to their many friends west of Richland Center, after March the first.
Announcement has been made of the engagement of Miss Elizabeth STEGEMAN and Clarence AUGHINBAUGH, both of this city.

Personal
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Geo. [E.] MOLLENHOUR, of Akron, a boy, [Lyman W. MOLLENHOUR].
Friends have received news of the death of Mrs. Sidney STRONG, of Akron.
Ernst VonEHRENSTEIN received his final naturalization papers Saturday and now is a full fledged American citize.
After a great deal of trouble the local MOOSE has received their charter. . . . .

Delong
Don ROBINSON and Effie May SEELEY were married at Rochester, Saturday.
Friends here of Richard JOHNSON, of Monterey, learned of his death Sunday, after a long illness.

Wednesday, January 29, 1913

Social Events
A large crowd of people, members of the Evangelical church, invaded the VanBlaricom home on east eighth street Tuesday night, pleasantly surprising Mr. & Mrs. Henry VanBLARICOM. . . . The surprise was in the nature of a farewell, Mr. & Mrs. VanBlaricom departing soon for California.

Personal
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Henry HAGAN, of near Kewanna, a boy.

Short News
Born to Mrs. Bessie HURST, a girl. Ira HURST, the father of the child, died June 11th, 1912. Mrs. Hurst is staying at the home of her father, Jonathan DAWSON.
Ed. CREAMER will go to South Bend Thursday, and bring home seven year old Admiral MILLER, whom he intends to adopt. Admiral, who is a brother of Edna May [MILLER], Mr. Creamer's adopted daughter, has been visiting in the Children's Home in Mishawaka. The children were orphaned about three years ago.
H. H. HAGERTY, who has been baker for the ROCHESTER BAKING CO., has resigned his position in order to go into business of his own. He has bought a bake shop in Marion, and will open it for business, Monday. As soon as arrangements can be made, he intends to move his household goods to Marion.

Advertised Letters
Mrs. Eva BRILER, Miss Myrtle CRIST, Mrs. Marie DOWNS, John GREER, L. L. MOORE, Joe RISSO, Jos. TOLLMAN. --Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

R.H.S. News - By Arthur COPELAND
The HIGH SCHOOL Basketball team will make the trip to Culver tonight over the Erie, and will change cars at Delong, to the Vandalia and thence to Culver. Those making the trip will be Carl KEEL, Belmont SUMAN, forwards; Raymond KIRKENDALL, center; Harold DAVISSON and Harold HOOVER, guards. Substitutes Silas GINTHER and Joe CASTLE and Coach JOHNSON and MOW. The team will be accompanied by a few rooters.

John N. Bryant Called by Death
Grief came to the home of Frank E. BRYANT, president of the INDIANA BANK & TRUST CO., Tuesday night, when a message was received announcing the sudden death of his father, John N. BRYANT, in Palo Verde, Arizona. Heart trouble was the cause. Mr. Bryant was well known in this city and county and his death comes as a distinct surprise and shock.
Mr. Bryant has been in Arizona since the latter part of October, having gone there upon the advice of physicians, in hope of benefiting Mrs. Bryant's health. The climate had proven a great aid to her and it was thought that the two could spend the summer in Rochester. Mr. Bryant, who was seldom ill, fell from a low haystack the first of last week, spraining his ankle, but the injury was reported not to be serious. His death, which occurred some time Tuesday afternoon, was therefore a great shock to his son's family.
Mr. & Mrs. Bryant were making their home with Mrs. Almeda BYBEE and her son, Delman [BYBEE], both formerly of Fulton county. They first went to Phoenix to live, and intended to return there this week. Delman Bybee starts east with the body tonight, and is expected to arrive here Sunday or Monday. Arrangements for the funeral will be made at that time. Mrs. Bryant may not return to Rochester until spring. In such an event, Mr. & Mrs. Frank BRYANT and their family will go to Arizona to stay until her return.
John N. Bryant was born in Newcastle township, near Talma, January 20, 1845, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Peter BRYANT, now both deceased. He was 68 years old at the time of his death. In 1871 he was united in marriage with Hannah BYBEE. To this union were born three children, two of whom died in infancy. After engaging in farming and carpentry for a number of years, Mr. Bryant moved his family to Rochester in 1894 and resumed the latter trade in the city, plying it up until a few years of his death. His home was on south Jefferson street. He leaves besides his wife and son, a brother, Rudy BRYANT, of Newcastle township, and a sister, Mrs. Simon BYBEE, of North Judson.

Germany
GERMANY MUTUAL TELEPHONE COMPANY will hold their annual stockholders meeting Wednesday evening.

Thursday, January 30, 1913

Short News
Frank P. GOULD will print his first issue of the Kewanna Herald on Feb. 14th.
Word was received by Rochester relatives this morning of the death of Eldon CHINN, who died at his home in Columbus, Ohio, as the result of a hemorrhage. The body will be kept in Columbus until spring, when it will be removed to Rochester for burial. Mrs. Edward CHINN, who is well known by Rochester people, is in very poor health.
A marriage license was issued to Harry OVERMYER and Miss Grace MYERS this afternoon.

Dies at Woodlawn Hospital
Floyd Lawrence EASTERDAY died at Woodlawn hospital, at six o'clock this morning. He was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Alex EASTERDAY, who live north of the Pendleton bridge, and was born June 9, 1899.
He was pronounced to have appendicitis the first of the week, was taken to the hospital Monday evening and operated upon Tuesday morning. Every day since then saw his condition grow worse, until his demise.
He is survived by his parents, a sister, Ethel [EASTERDAY], and two brothers, Claude [EASTERDAY] and Clyde [EASTERDAY]. The funeral will take place at Grand View, Sunday at ten o'clock, with services at the Evangelical church, by Rev. Philip BUEHLER.

Friday, January 31, 1913

Personal
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Boyd GOLTRY, of Henry township, a boy.

Saturday, February 1, 1913

Social Events
At the Methodist parsonage this afternoon, at four o'clock occurred the marriage of Miss Elizabeth STEGLEMAN and Clayton AUGHINBAUGH. . . . The bride is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Carl STEGLEMAN . . . . Mr. Aughinbaugh is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Charles C. AUGHINBAUGH. He has made his residence in Rochester for over a year, having been employed at the American restaurant. . . . They will be at home next week, one door east of the Evangelical church.

Personal
Jos. SHERHAN and family, who have been living on north Jefferson street, left for Anderson this morning where they will make their future home.
Mr. & Mrs. E. B. COOK, of 1204 Jefferson street, went to Peru, this morning to attend the funeral of Mrs. Cook's brother, who died Tuesday morning after a long illness.

Short News
The funeral of John BRYANT, who died Tuesday in Arizona, will be held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock, from the residence of his son, Frank E. BRYANT, on south Main street. Rev. G. C. CHANDLER will have charge of the services and burial will be made in the I.O.O.F. cemetery. The body may be viewed from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral Sunday. Mrs. BRYANT, her son, [Frank E. Bryant], and Delman BYBEE, arrived from Chicago with the body at two o'clock this afternoon.

Macy is Stirred by Love Affair
Macy, Ind., Feb. 1 -- It has been learned here today that Marvin BRIGGS, teacher at the Five Corners school near here, and son of Albert BRIGGS, has during the past week, kept himself and pupils locked in school, fearing to face his sweetheart, whom it is said, is determined to marry him. The girl in the case is Miss Garnett SNOWBERGER, daughter of Lee SNOWBERGER, who lives east of here.
Briggs and Miss Snowberger have been seen in each other's company for several years and a marriage announcement has long been expected. Briggs, however, denies that he ever bound himself in any way and is evidently much annoyed by the attentions paid him by the young lady. Last Friday he went to Peru, to take a teacher's examination, catching the train at Wagoner's as he had learned that the girl intended to meet him here. She discovered his ruse the next morning, went to Peru, and came home with him after creating a scene there, it is said.
They were met at the train by Briggs' brother and Mrs. SNOWBERGER, each in separate rigs. After an argument, Briggs decided to accompany the girl and her mother to their home, telling his brother to ask his parents to come after him. When Mr. & Mrs. Briggs arrived at the Snowberger home later in the evening they found difficulty in getting their son. During the course of the argument, it is said, the girl struck Mrs. Briggs, blacking her eye. Then when the three Briggs attempted to drive away, the elder Snowberger thrust the girl into their buggy. The result was that she hit the father on his hand and scratched Marvin's face, before she was put out of the vehicle. The Briggs then left.
The young man resumed his teaching Monday, but on Tuesday morning found his school house locked, and the key gone. He had difficulty in getting in, and since has kept the door securely locked, whether he was there or not, evidently thinking the girl had been there on Tuesday.
It is rumored that each family has made advances for settlement, but nothing as yet has transpired. Briggs, it is said, is firm in denying that he is bound in any way to marry the girl and declares he won't.
Miss Snowberger is well known in Rochester, having been a student at Rochester college some years ago.

Tiosa
Geo. ZERELE and wife attended the funeral of the latter's father, at Monticello last week.

Monday, February 3, 1913

Short News
Announcement was made today of the marriage of Miss Myrtle LAMBERT, a well known Rochester young lady, to D. P. BILGER, of LaPorte. The wedding vows were solemnized in Plymouth, Ind., by Rev. SWITZER. The couple will reside in LaPorte, where Mr. Bilger is employed in the office of Rumely Company.

County Pioneer Is Called
Fulton, Ind., Feb. 3 -- The funeral of Mrs. Louisa LOUDERBACK, one of the county pioneers, who died Saturday after a ten day illness of paralysis, was held this morning from the Fairview U.B. church, Rev. W. S. SCHERRIL officiating. Burial took place at Fulton.
Mrs. Louderback was born in Ohio in 1832, being 80 years old at the time of her death. She came to this county when about 10 years of age, was married in 1849 to Wycliffe S. LOUDERBACK, who died in 1899. She had lived most of the time since in Liberty township. For the past year she had made her home with a daughter, Mrs. L. FARRER, who lives south of here. Besides Mrs. Farrer, there survive two sons, John [LOUDERBACK], of Fulton, and Francis [LOUDERBACK], of Rochester.

Tuesday, February 4, 1913

Social Events
At the Methodist parsonage, this morning, was solemnized the marriage of Ernest Thomas CASLOW and Miss Orah ALSPACH, Rev. J. D. KRUWELL officiating. The bride is the daughter of J. D. ALSPACH, of near Rochester. Mr. Caslow is the son of Dan CASLOW, of Tiosa.
Children and grandchildren and friends of Mrs. Susan BIBLER, about thirty in number, surprised her by assembling at her home on W. 11th street, Monday evening. . . . The surprise was in honor of her eighty-third birthday . . . .
Charles NORRIS, of Gas City, has moved to Athens, where he will conduct a blacksmith shop.

Short News
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Clinton ALDERFER, of Richland township, a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Clarence AILER, of Newcastle township, a boy.
Word has been received by relatives in the city of John V. SWINEHART, of Mishawaka, and formerly of this city, that he has accepted a position with the Duck Brand Boot and Shoe Co., of Chicago and is covering territory in Illinois, Iowa and Minnesota for that firm. John was until recently head clerk in the Beitner shoe store at South Bend.
Roy SHANKS has been appointed Probation officer for the county in place of O. A. DAVIS, who was recently made deputy Prosecuting Attorney when F. J. MATTICE resigned. . .

Wednesday, February 5, 1913

Short News
Eliza SELVIN has filed suit in the Fulton circuit court, today, for divorce from her husband, Robert SELVIN, on the grounds of non-support. The two were married in Van Wert, O., a number of years ago, and have moved to this county. The complaint states that for two years the defendant has not supported her, and that they separated last September.

Delong
Mr. & Mrs. Wm. HEETER, Jr., are the proud parents of a new baby boy, which arrived at their home Monday.

Thursday, February 6, 1913

PETITION TO CHANGE NAME. . . Notice is hereby given that I have applied to the Fulton circuit court. . . to have my name changed from Ethel D. SMITH to that of Ethel D. SAUSAMAN . . Dated this 23d day of January, 1913.

Social Events
Miss Helen BAILEY and Omar WAGONER were united in marriage at 7:30 Wednesday evening, in the presence of a few relatives, at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Stella BAILEY, on south Madison street. The simple rite was performed by Rev. J. D. KRUWELL, who used the regular Episcopalian form with the beautiful ring ceremony. . . . . Mrs. Wagoner is the oldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Stella BAILEY and is an accomplished musician. Mr. Wagoner is the son of Mrs. Elizabeth WAGONER, and having lived in this vicinity from childhood, has gained a host of friends. . . He holds a lucrative position with Beyer Bros. Co. They immediately went to their furnished home at 1317 south Monroe street . . . .

Short News
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Jesse GUISE, of near Kewanna, a boy.
Atty. Arthur METZLER received word this morning of the death of his wife's mother, Mrs. Martha DISHER, at 7:30 Wednesday night. Mrs. Disher has been seriously ill at a hospital in Minneapolis, Minn., for some time. She will be buried in Plymouth, her home, the ceremony to be Saturday afternoon. Mr. Metzler left for Plymouth this morning.

Friday, February 7, 1913

Advertised Letters
Mrs. John MASTERS, Mrs. Mary D. PECK. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Short News
Arza GRANDSTAFF received news Thursday evening of the death of his seven year old brother, Floyd [GRANDSTAFF], at Chili. Floyd and his mother, Mrs. Wm. GRANDSTAFF, have been visiting Nick GRANDSTAFF, at Chili, for some time. Death was caused by acute indigestion. He will be buried Saturday at Mt. Zion.

Kewanna
Mrs. Angeline HIZER, one of the best known and most highly respected women in this vicinity, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. L. LEITER, last Friday, from a complication of diseases, aged 63 years, 8 months and 8 days. The funeral was conducted from the Baptist church, Sunday forenoon, by the pastor, Rev. TACOMA, and interment was made in the Odd Fellows cemetery. She leaves three children, Marion CARTER, Mrs. E. L. LEITER and Mrs. John HICKLE.
Mrs. John HICKLE left Thursday for her home in Canada, after being here to attend the funeral of her mother, Mrs. Angeline HIZER.
Margaret [BLOSSER], the two year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. E. J. BLOSSER, who died of lagrippe on Jan. 28th, was buried Friday in the Odd Fellows cemetery, following funeral services conducted from the Baptist church, by Rev. TACOMA.
Chas. COOK, son of Mr. & Mrs. O. E. COOK, of Kewanna, has sold his interest in the URBIN & COOK clothing, dry goods, shoe and grocery store, at Mathews, to Harry PATTERSON, a son-in-law of J. D. URBIN. Charley went with J. D. Urbin to Mathews and established the business on May 23, 1900, and they have conducted a most prospeous business there during all these years. However, the business of the KEWANNA HANDLE FACTORY has assumed such large prosperous proportions that Mr. Cook has bought a half interest in the same of his brother, Hugh [COOK], and will move his family here in the spring and take an active interest in the affairs of that concern.

Wife Will Fight Divorce Suit
Unexpected opposition came up today in the Fulton circuit court in the divorce suit by Harvey WAYMIRE, when his wife, who now is in San Diego, Cal., filed a cross complaint, through her attorney, Edward MURPHY . . . .
Mr. Waymire, who married Miss Fern CRIM, a daughter of Jacob CRIM in California, in February, 1910, filed suit for divorce last fall . . . They lived together until June, in 1911, when he came back to Rochester.
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The court today granted a divorce to Laura B McINTIRE, from her husband Kelsey McINTIRE.

Saturday, February 8, 1913

Social Events
Forrest CALVERT and Miss Susie WALTZ were married at the Methodist parsonage, this afternoon, by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. The groom is a mechanic employed by the Sidway Novelty Works, of Elkhart. Mrs. Calvert is the only daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. WALTZ . . The couple left for their new home in Elkhart this afternoon.

Personal
The WARING GLOVE FACTORY is again shut down, owing to faulty machinery.
Edgar CREAMER went to South Bend this morning, to bring home the boy he has adopted.
Mrs. Fred RUH, Mrs. Robert WALLACE, Mrs. Lucile LEONARD, Mrs. Perry HEATH and Miss Della LEITER went to Plymouth this morning, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Peter DISHER.
Fern CRIM-WAYMIRE, through her attorney, E. E. MURPHY, has filed a suit asking for support of herself and child, and asks that her husband, Harvey WAYMIRE, pay her thirty dollars per month.

Social Events
Jacob REED, son of Emanuel REED, and Miss Mattie TRIMBLE, daughter of Thomas TRIMBLE, will be married by Rev. MOSHIER at the Methodist parsonage in Richland Center, this evening. . . . They will reside in LaPorte, where the groom is employed.

Personal
Louis MURRAY, of LaPorte, was here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Wm. HETZNER, today.

Obituary - Allen S. McKITRICK
An Alva, Okla. paper pays a high tribute to Allen S. McKITRICK, formerly of this city, who died there on Saturday, Jan. 19, having been afflicted with cancer of the stomach. The account praises him as one of the town's best citizens. He was a brother to Mesdames Jennie LOVE, Ida DAY, Emma KILMER and Anna WAKEFIELD, all of this city.
A. S. McKitrick was born at Hillsdale, Michigan, on July 5. 1953. When he was quite young the family moved to Rochester, Indiana, where he grew to manhood, and on December 24, 1878, he married Carrie APPLEGARTH. In February 1887, he moved to Seward county, Kansas, and 1894 to Woods county, Oklahoma, where he has since made his home, with his family of seven children, living as follows: Grace BROOKS, of Cherokee City, Essie NAIF, who lives in California, Arthur [McKITRICK] of Alva, Iva [McKITRICK], who is teaching school at Lookout, Oklahoma, Paul [McKITRICK], Mildred [McKITRICK] and Lucile [McKITRICK], who are home with their mother at 730 Maple street, Alva, Oklahoma.

William Dalzall Passes Away
Wm. DALZALL, a well known wealthy farmer of this county, died this morning at his home near Twelve Mile, as the result of a stroke of paralysis, which he suffered Sunday evening at five o'clock.
Mr. Dalzall had been in the best of health, until last evening when he was suddenly stricken with paralysis, and as a result, died this morning. Mr. Dalzall was born on the farm where he died. He was past sixty-two years of age. Besides his wife and family, Mr. Dalzall leaves a host of Fulton county friends who mourn his death. Funeral arrangements will not be made until his daughter, Mrs. Blanche BLAIR, arrives from her home in Texas.

Tuesday, February 11, 1913

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Wednesday, February 12, 1913

Social Events
An unusual incident happened at the Methodist parsonage, when two well known couples of this county, were married by Rev. John D. KRUWEL, Tuesday evening.
The first couple to apply at the parsonage to have the wedding vows solemnized were Miss Buelah Irene CURTIS, of Akron, and Frank FOUTS, of Macy. The final words had not been said when a knock was heard at the door and another couple entered bent on the same errand.
When Rev. Kruwel asked the bride-to-be in regard to her identity, he was much surprised to find that her name was also Curtis. The two girls were not related and before this time, had never met.
Miss Anna Gertrude CURTIS is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Clark Bruce CURTIS, of Delong. Miss Buelah Irene Curtis is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Edward CURTIS, of Akron.
Frank FOUTS, the husband of Miss Irene Curtis, is a well known and highly respected young man of Macy, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph FOUTS. Oscar Carl FAY is a resident of Delong and for the last few years has been in Portsmouth, Ohio, where he was attending school. Mr. & Mrs. Oscar Fay will reside on a farm in Ohio, where he will be employed. Mr. & Mrs. Frank Fouts will reside on a farm near Macy, Ind.
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At the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. CALAWAY, near Mud Lake, will take place tonight, at six o'clock, the marriage of Miss Madge CALAWAY and Lester CARVEY, of Macy. The ceremony will be performed by the Macy Christian minister, before the immediate families and a few invited guests, among whom will be Miss Mary HOFFMAN and John DEWEY. The home is prettily decorated for the occasion and the wedding will be followed by an elaborate spread. Miss Calaway is a daughter of the late Lincoln CALAWAY, while the groom is a son of Mr. & Mrs. John W. CARVEY, well known here. After a short wedding trip, the couple will be at home on the Calaway farm, of which the groom is to become manager.
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At the home of the groom in Ulysses, Kansas, on Feb. 3, occurred the marriage of Miss Ella NEW, of this city, and Eli HENTHORN, a prominent lawyer of that town. Miss Ella New is one of Rochester's highly esteemed maiden ladies and the news of her marriage was a complete surprise to her many friends. The groom has been a visitor here several times and while here, became acquainted with Miss New. Mr. Henthorn is a well to do and prosperous citizen of his town. Mrs. Henthorn is the sister of Isom NEW. She is here now having arrived yesterday and will remain until March 1st, when she will return to Kansas, where they will live.
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Miss Nellie VanBLARICOM was given a masquerade surprise party, Tuesday night, 12 ladies visiting the home of Fred RANNELLS, where Mis VanBlaricom is a guest . . . .Miss VanBlaricom leaves soon for California.
Mr. & Mrs. Wm. EWING were hosts at . . . dinner given this evening in honor of Mr. & Mrs. Henry VanBLARICOM, who will soon leave the city. The guests were Mr. & Mrs. Samuel HOFFMAN. . . .

Short News
Joseph BATT, son of Mr. & Mrs. F. L. BATT, of this city, who until recently, was automobile editor of the Cleveland News-Leader, has resigned his position and taken a similar one with the New York Tribune, according to word recently received by his parents.
Mrs. Clara SMITH, a former resident of this city, died Tuesday evening at the home of her foster daughter, Mrs. Willard MUNSEN, at Greenville, Ohio. Mrs. Smith was the daughter of Edward and Mary Ann DELP, and was born April 5, 1858.

Thursday, February 13, 1913

Personal
Judge Harry BERNETHA returned from Plymouth today, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Clara SMITH.
Mrs. W. S. SOWERS has received the news of the death of her father, Mr. DAVISSON, of Grand Rapids, Wis.

Short News
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Don DuBOIS, of south of Rochester, a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Otto DOUB, of Henry township, a girl.
Friends have received word of the birth of a daughter to Mr. & Mrs. O. W. GAMBLE, formerly of Rochester, now living in Marion, O.

Chas. Jackson Dies Age Eighty-Two
Charles JACKSON, ex-trustee of Rochester township, and a highly respected Rochester citizen, died at his home on the corner of Jefferson and Ninth street, Wednesday night, after an illness of two years. Mr. Jackson would have been eighty-three years of age, Friday.
It had always been a matter of great pride to Mr. Jackson that for practically all his life, he was a very vigorous man, until two years ago, when he suffered a stroke of paralysis. Since that time he has been very nearly helpless. Death occured Wednesday evening, after the stricken man had made a long and desperate fight to regain health.
Mr. Jackson was one of the oldest citizens of this city, who were responsible for the growth of Rochester during the twenty years following 1870. He was at that time and for many years afterwards, proprietor of a dry goods store. Later he was elected trustee of Rochester township, which office he held for four years. When A. E. PENDLETON was elected trustee and resigned after six months service, Mr. Jackson served out the term.
Mr. Jackson was born Feb. 16, 1830, on a farm near Sandusky, Ohio. In March, 1870, he moved to Rochester. On December 29, 1853, Mr. Jackson was united in marriage with Katherine ERNSBERGER. To this union were born three children, Miss Alma JACKSON, Mrs. Anna HOFFMAN and Frank JACKSON, of Portland, Oregon.
Mr. Jackson was the second oldest member of the I.O.O.F. lodge. He was also a member of the Methodist church. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

Obituary - Mrs. Clara SMITH
Mrs. Clara SMITH was born April 5th, 1858, in Rochester, Indiana, the daughter of Edward and Mary Ann DELP. After a short illness she died in Greenville, Ohio, Feb. 11th. During the year before her death, she lived in Denver, Ind., where she moved from Peru.
She is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Miss Flora DELP, Mrs. Harry BERNETHA and Wm. DELP, of Rochester, Mrs. A. G. ZOOK, of Denver, Chas. DELP, of Redland, Cal., Frank DELP, of Chicago, John DELP, of Michigan, and Edward DELP, of Ohio. The funeral occured this afternoon at two o'clock, at the home of Judge Harry BERNETHA, Rev. G. C. CHANDLER officiating. Interment was made at the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Friday, February 14, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Willard MUNSON returned to their home in Greenville, this morning, after attending the funeral of Mrs. Clara SMITH.
Mrs. Eliza RANNELLS left today for Minneapolis, Minn., to be at the bedside of W. H. GREEK, who is not expected to live. Mr. Greek is the husband of Mrs. Rannells' niece.

Short News
J. J. HILL has received word of the death and burial of his oldest brother, Patrick [HILL], which occured at his home in Long Beach, Cal., on Feb. 6. Mr. Hill was a former resident of Fulton county, living several years near Kewanna. He leaves a wife and several children.

Will Erect New Building
Announcement was made today by J. F. DYSERT, proprietor of the RACKET clothing house, that he would erect a modern business block this spring on his Main street lot, just north of the building now occupied by STONER & BLACK. . . . The building will probably be built after the general plan of the Stoner & Black building.

Said to Have "Skipped" City
According to stories told by a number of men, O. O. REPLOGLE, finding that his liabilities exceeded his assets by several hundred dollars, has left the city leaving his creditors to obtain all they can from his pool room, west of the court house. . . . . Replogle has been in business here about a year. . . .

Leiters
Lawrence HACKETT will take charge of LEITERS TELEPHONE EXCHANGE the first of April.

Saturday, February 15, 1913

Personal
Ella A. SMITH has filed suit in the Fulton circuit court for support fom her husband, David SMITH.
Joseph HEFFELFINGER went to Peru this morning and will return Sunday, bringing with him a bride in the person of Mrs. Dora SHANANBURGER, of Peru.
A new PICTURE SHOW will be opened in Rochester, not later than April first, by Allen A. BASSETT, of Kirkland. Mr. Bassett has rented the room in which the REPLOGLE POOL ROOM has been, and will make a beautiful picture house of it. . . .
Word was received today by P. J. STINGLEY that his brother-in-law, John DOYLE, of Royal Center, had died Friday night, at midnight, at the advanced age of 73 years. Mr. Doyle, who married Mrs. Stingley's sister, was a veteran of the Civil war. He was for a number of years a resident of Fulton and is well known by vetrans in this city.
The funeral of Chas. JACKSON, who died Wednesday night, will be held at the Jackson home, corner Ninth and Jefferson streets, at 2:30 p.m. Monday. Rev. W. F. SWITZER, of Plymouth, who was for years Mr. Jackson's pastor, will conduct the services, which will be under the auspices of the I.O.O.F. lodge. Burial will be made in the I.O.O.F. cemetery. Friends wishing to view the body may do so Sunday.

Miss Veronica Scholder Dies
As the result of a stroke of paralysis, Miss Veronica SCHOLDER died Friday evening, aged 54 years and eight months. Miss Scholder had been in very feeble health for the past two years.
Deceased was born in Newark, Ohio, May 30, 1859, the daughter of John and Mary SCHOLDER. Several years later the family moved to Rochester. After they had lived here for three years, the death of Mr. Scholder occured and then the support of the family depended on the mother. The death of Mrs. Mary Scholder occured May 16, 1908. The daughter, Veronica, was then left alone in the old house which had been the home of the family for years. She was able to support herself by working for other prople during housecleaning time and was known and liked on account of her gentle disposition. She leaves one relative, a brother, John SCHOLDER.
The funeral services will be held Sunday, at 2:30 o'clock, at the Lutheran church, Rev. J D. KRUWEL officiating. Interment will take place at the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Akron
Miss Lucille STOUT was agreeably surprised last Saturday afternoon when her associates called at her home to celebrate her eleventh birthday anniversary. . . .
Mr. & Mrs. Dean WEAVER, former Akronites, but now of Detroit, Mich., are rejoicing over the addition of a little son to their family circle.

Monday, February 17, 1913

Ebenezer
Word was received Saturday that Mr. & Mrs. Kline BLACKETOR are the parents of a baby boy, which has been named Francis Abe [BLACKETOR].

Richland Center
Several young people gathered at the home of Francis WYNN last Saturday night and surprised his daughter, Bertha [WYNN], it being her 14th birthday.
Miss Mattie TRIMBLE and Mr. Jake REED were united in marriage on Monday of last week. . . .

CARD OF THANKS. With deepest appreciation, I wish to thank the neighbors and friends who so kindly aided during the sickness and death of my wife. -- Wm. HETZNER.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Simon BAILEY, of East 9th street, entertained at six o'clock dinner, Friday evening, in honor Miss Margaret BAILEY, who leaves for Montana next week. . . .
Joseph HEFFELFINGER, of this city, and Mrs. Emma S. SHANABARGER, of Peru, were united in marriage late Saturday afternoon, by Rev. H. E. BUTLER, at the U.B. parsonage. Mr. Heffelfinger is at present an employe of the Bridge company. The couple will reside on E. Sixth street.

Personal
Dee REITER has left his position with the ROCHESTER GARAGE & MACHINE COMPANY and has gone to Chicago, where he will be employed in a large garage.

Short News
Pursuant to a recent order of the council, workmen today tore down the HITCH RACKS, which have lined west Eighth street, just north of Dawson's drug store, for a number of years.

Loss of Clothes No Wedding Bar
That "true love never runs smoothly" was never better illustrated than in the case of Clifford HATTERY and Miss Edith MOORE, who were wedded last Saturday afternoon, by Rev. H. E. BUTLER, in the clerk's office, at the court house, after surmounting many difficulties. Miss Moore is a daughter of Frank MOORE, while the groom is a son of George HATTERY. All of the parties interested live near Athens.
As the story was told a Sentinel representative, the "now" Mrs. Hattery, knew that her mother, Mrs. Frank MOORE, was opposed to the match, but made arrangements to be married on Saturday. She slipped over to the house of Chas. SAYGER, a neighbor, taking her wedding clothes with he. Mrs. Moore, in some way finding out the plans, also went to the Sayger home to frustrate the plans of her daughter.
Finding her daughter at her bath, she took all the girl's clothes home with her, thinking to stop the ceremony. A second complication arose when Mrs. Sam HATTERY, the groom's aunt, objecting to his marriage with the girl, also went to the Sayger home, where Hattery had gone to meet his future wife, and put forth her objections so strenuously that her husband was called to take her home.
Wm. BRANDT, becoming possessed with the idea that Mrs. Sam Hattery was sick, went for a doctor, but there was no need for him.
Miss Moore finally borrowed clothes from a friend, drove to this city with her fiance and was married. The young couple will reside on a farm near Athens. It is understood that all is forgiven.

City Clerk Sued for Divorce
Bessie E. BIBLER, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment, has filed suit in the Fulton circuit court for divorce from Joseph BIBLER, son of Henry BIBLER, and now city clerk.
The complaint states that the two were married Dec. 3, 1905 . . . Mrs. Bibler asks that the defendant be compelled to pay her three dollars a week for her support.

Chas. Burns Leaves Bank
Announcement was made today by the INDIANA BANK & TRUST CO. officials that Charles BURNS, Asst. Cashier and Secretary, has resigned his place in the bank to accept a position with St. Joseph County Savings bank of South Bend. R. C. STEPHENSON, formerly of this city, is the vice president and treasurer of the South Bend institution and it is at his request that Mr. Burns is to take up his new duties. E. C. MERCER will be elected Secretary of the local bank, in place of Mr. Burns.
Mr. Burns entered the Bank of Indiana soon after graduating from the local high school, eight years ago . . . .

Mentone Seeks Rochester Line
Will the spur that joins Rochester to the Winona lines be run from Mentone or Akron?
This is a new development in the INTERURBAN, according to R. R. CARR, of Akron, receiver for the defunct Wabash-Rochester line. . . . . . . . . . .

Tuesday, February 18, 1913

Joaquin Miller Dead
San Francisco, Feb. 18. - "Joaquin" MILLER, "the poet of the Sierras," died in his one-room cabin, which he built with his own hands in the Piedmont Hills many years ago. His daughter, Juanita MILLER, and his wife, were with him. The end came at three o'clock in the afternoon, with warm sunshine flooding the room where lay the author of "Songs of the Sunland."
Death came slowly upon the venerable poet. He became unconscious Thursday after a lingering illness which began when he succumbed to an attack of paralysis two years ago. His wife and daughter were summoned at that time from the east and have been with him since. The weakness of old age had crept upon him, and although he worked at times, he rarely ventured from "the Heights," as he called his mountain retreat.
Cincinnatus Heine MILLER, who was known to the world of literature as Joaquin Miller, was born in a covered wagon in the Wabash district of Indiana November 10, 1841, his parents being on their way from Ohio to Indiana. His mother was of Dutch and his father of Scotch descent. When Joaquin was nine years old the Millers - father, mother and four children - set out for Oregon.
Mr. Miller was the author of "Songs of the Sunland," "The Ship of the Desert," "Life Among the Modocs," "First Families of the Sierras," "The Danites of the Sierras," "Shadows of Shasta," "Memorie and Rime," "Baroness of New York," "Songs of Faraway Lands," "The Destruction of Gotham," "The Building of the City Beautiful," "A Poetic Romance," "Forty-Nine; or, the Gold Seekers of the Sierras," "Chants for the Boer," "True Bear Stories" and of several plays that were well received wherever presented.

Social Events
Robert George BURNS, son of Mr. & Mrs. J. C. BURNS, was surprised by twelve friends, Monday evening, in honor of his fourth birthday. . .
Short News
The funeral of the late Chas. JACKSON, held Monday afternoon, was largely attended by relatives and friends. . . . The funeral was delayed until Monday afternoon pending the arrival of Frank JACKSON, a son, who came from Portland, Ore., arriving Sunday.

Loses Both Legs When Train Parts
W. A. KALEY, former principal of the Talma High School, will probably lose his life as the result of a railroad accident, which happened near Jessup, Ind., last night. . . . . He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Jacob KALEY, of Leiters Ford. For five years he was principal of the high school at Talma. . . For the past year he had made his home in Logansport, Ind., where he held a position as fireman on the Vandalia railroad.
Mrs. KALEY is a daughter of the late Phillip BERGNER, who formerly lived here.

Call of Death is Most Sudden
Mrs. Richard VanDIEN, a well known and highly respected woman of this city succumbed to a sudden attack of apoplexy which seized her Monday evening while she was on her way to a meeting of the Easter Star of which she is a member.
The attack occured while she, in the company of Mrs. A. B. GREEN and Mrs. Joel STOCKBERGER was climbing the steps leading to the hall. . . . .
Mrs. VanDien was well known in this city having been connected for a number of years with the Presbyterian church and the Eastern Star lodge . . . .
Mary VanDIEN was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. DUNLAP and was born in Butler county, Penn., August 19th, 1848. When she was three years old the family moved to Indiana and settled in Fulton county, where she has since resided. On Nov. 2, 1869, Mary DUNLAP was married to Richard VanDIEN, who survives his wife. To this union were born the following sons and daughters: Mrs. James TERRY, of LaPorte; Mrs. A. C. CARTER, of South Bend; James VanDIEN, of Chicago, Ill.; Cyrus VanDIEN, of Aurora, Ill.; Roscoe VanDIEN, of South Bend, Indiana; Berdette VanDIEN, of the United States Navy, located at Mare Island, San Francisco, Cal.; Bert [VanDIEN] and Alfred VanDien, of Rochester. Two sisters and one brother survive, Mrs. Lucy MACKEY, of Rochester, and Mrs. ORR of South Bend, and Dr. W. S. DUNLAP, of Sedalia, Missouri.
Mrs. VanDien was a member of the Presbyterian church, a prominent member of the Eastern Star and a member of the Women's Relief Corps.
The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

Hack Driver is Sued for $15,000
Albert LINDEN and daughters, Ethel [LINDEN] and Mary [LINDEN], of Grass Creek, have each filed suit in the Fulton circuit court for damages to the amount of $15,000 against Michael HINES, for injuries received in the school hack runaway, which occured Dec. 12, 1912. .
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Tiosa
The remains of Mrs. Winifred WARREN was brought from her home in Indianapolis, Tuesday evening. She formerly lived here and was the daughter of Bruce PALMER. The funeral was held at the Christian church at Talma, Wednesday morning, by Rev. McNEELY. She leaves a father, husband and four children, three daughters and one son. She was about thirty-three years of age.

Wednesday, February 19, 1913

Social Events
The culmination of a romance begun a number of years ago, was reached here this morning, when Rev. T. J. REEDER, pastor of the M.E. church at Walcott and Miss May M. HILL, of Kewanna, was united in marriage by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL, at the Methodist parsonage. The groom served as pastor at the Kewanna church for three years, some time ago . . . .
Mr. & Mrs. George DAWSON will entertain at a three course dinner, this evening in honor of Mr. & Mrs. Elsworth MERRIS, who depart for their new home in Pleasant Mills, next week. The guests are Messers. and Mesdames H. A. FRISTOE and daughter, John HOLMAN, C. B. LEONARD, J. L. BABCOCK and Miss Elizabeth JOHNSON.

Short News
A marriage license was issued this afternoon to Geo. FARLEY, a civil engineer, of Disko, and Miss Lucille MUSTER, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J. R. MUSTER, of Akron.

Pastor Succumbs to Long Illness
Rev. Robert Brown SEAMAN, Methodist minister, died at his home on Fulton Ave., Tuesday night. His wife and two daughters Anna [SEAMAN] and Grace [SEAMAN], were with him. The end came at eleven o'clock in the evening, after he had been unconscious for several hours.
Doctor Seaman had been ill for several months as the result of an attack of Bright's disease, with which he had been afflicted for several years. He had been confined to his residence for the last six months and though he worked at times, he rarely ventured from his home.
Robert Brown Seaman was born in Islington, England, August 4th, 1849, and moved to this country when a young man. He has lived in Rochester for two years and in this brief time had made many staunch friends, who have been highly impressed with his strong character.
The funeral will be held Friday at the Methodist church, at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Reub WILLIAMS, of Normal, Ill., and Rev. Charles DICKEY, of Chicago, will assist Rev. KRUWEL, of this city, in the services. The Plymouth Commandery, Knights Templar will be in charge.

Kewanna
Born to Ed. WALSH, Jr., and wife, on Feb. 16, a daughter.

Germany
Mr. & Mrs. Frank BEERY are in Rochester attending Mr. Chas. JACKSON's funeral. Mrs. Beery remained for a few days visit.

Thursday, February 20, 1913

Social Events
On last Tuesday, Wm. Edgar PULSE, of Akron, and Martha ANGLEMYER, of Rochester, stole a march on their many friends by going to St. Joe., Mich., and having the nuptial knot tied, which makes them one. Mrs. Pulse is one of the charming twin daughters of J. ANGLEMYER, of Mt. Zion, . . . Mr. Pulse is the son of William PULSE, of Germantown, Ohio, and for the past year has made his home with his uncle, Elza OLDFATHER and wife, and is a highly respected young man. . . .

County Clerk A. E. BABCOCK issued a marriage license at nine o'clock Wednesday night, to Wm. R. CLARY, a Vandalia agent of Lucerne, and Miss Lillie E. MATTHEWS, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Levi MATTHEWS, of near Fletchers Lake. They will be married at the bride's home this evening and will depart for Florida tomorrow on their honeymoon trip.

Personal
Born to Mr. & Mrs. James E. PRICE, of Liberty township, a boy.

County Pioneer Called by Death
Mrs. Sophia LUCAS, aged 83 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Marshall HILL, on north Pontiac street, at eight o'clock Wednesday night, after a two years illness. She is one of the pioneers of the county, having lived in Fulton county most of her life. She had been a member of the First Baptist church for 50 years and had lead a good Christian life, making herself loved by all who knew her.
Sophia CROMER was born April 11, 1830 in Germany and when two years old, came to America with her parents, settling in Ohio, where she lived until she was a young woman. From Ohio she moved to this county, residing for several years in the Burton neighborhood. While living there she married John LANE, the marriage resulting in the birth of one son, William [LANE], now of Hammond.
She later married Milton CARTER and to this union seven children were born, four sons and three daughters. All are living except one son, Henry [CARTER]. Late in life, she married George LUCAS, with whom she lived happily until his death 13 years ago.
Mrs. Lucas is survived by one brother, Andrew CROMER, of Bruce Lake; and six children, Eugene CARTER, of Ligonier; Elmer CARTER, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Albert CARTER, of South Bend; Mrs. Marion CARTER, Mrs. Samuel WENGER and Mrs. Marshall HILL, of this city. There are sixteen grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren surviving, besides several step-children.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 with services at the home of Marshall HILL, by Rev. G. C. CHANDLER. Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Athens
Cliff HATTERY and Miss Edith MOORE was married Saturday evening at Rochester.

Grass Creek
The stork left a baby girl at Edward WALSH, Jr., Sunday afternoon.

Advertised Letters
A. J. BARRY, Miss G. BELT, R. W. BRANDENBURG, Jennie BRITTON, James CRIST, Jack EASTERDAY, Miss Susanna FISCHER, Geo. HENDRICKSON, Carl KUHN, Mrs. Harry McCARTY, George SWEET, Kenton WEST. -- William WRIGHT, P.M.

Frieday, February 21, 1913

Former Resident is Called
Word was received here today by Mrs. Herman METZLER of the death of N. E. BARR, who lived here a number of years ago, during the time he was serving on the Erie in the capacity of a mail clerk.
Mr. Barr died at the home of his sister, in Plymouth, Wednesday evening, the body being taken to Argos this morning for burial, which took place this afternoon. He leaves a foster daughter, Mrs. Jennie SMILEY, of Hammond, also well known here. Mrs. Barr died two years ago.
The Barr family at the time of their residence here, occupied the residence just north of that of C. K. PLANK on south Main street. Mr. Barr will be remembered by many local people.
At the time of his death, he was on leave of absence from his duties on the Erie.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Wilson SHRIVER, of Henry township, a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Leroy HARMON, of Akron, a boy.

Saturday, February 22, 1913

Dies as Result of Rail Accident
According to information from Logansport, W. A. KALEY, who was injured in the railroad accident near Jessup, Ind., Monday night, died Friday evening, in a hospital in Terre Haute.
Mr. Kaley, who is well known in this county, was the victim of a very peculiar accident on the Vandalia railroad. For the past year he had been firing on the road out of Logansport, where he lives. Monday evening, he was detailed to take an engine, the second back of a double header, to haul a very heavy and long string of cars. The extra heavy load caused his death, as the coupling between his engine and the tender broke, near Jessup, Ind.
When the accident happened, Kaley was shoveling coal into the fire box and before he was aware of the break, the engine and tender parted dropping him through on the rails. The on coming freight cars cut one foot completely off and mangled and crushed the other.
He was taken at once to a hospital in Terre Haute, where both legs were amputated Thursday, but the loss of blood left him in a very weakened condition. Complications set in and the efforts of several physicians were of no avail.
Wesley A. KALEY was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Jacob KALEY of Leiters Ford. For five years he had charge of the schools at Talma, Ind. Several years ago he married a daughter of Phillip BERGER.
Mr. Kaley was an exceptionally clean young man and was highly respected by everyone.
The funeral services will be held in Logansport.

Fulton
Wednesday morning, Feb. 5, 1913, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John GORSLINE, at Kewanna, with whom she had been making her home, "Grandma" [Louise A.] FELDER passed away. After several strokes of paralysis and being unable to take any nourishment for several days, the critical moment came. "Grandma" was one of the oldest pioneers of this county and for that reason we look upon her as a grandmother. She came from Germany in the year 1860, at the age of 20 years.

Monday, February 24, 1913

Social Events
A marriage license was issued this morning to Allen [Singer] McKINSEY, son of Mr. & Mrs. John McKINSEY, of Kewanna, and Miss Kathryn [O.] HICKLE, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George HICKLE, also of Kewanna.

Short News
The Sentinel was mistaken as to the identity of Mrs. Wesley KALEY. She is not the daughter of Phillip BERGER. Miss Berger married a brother of Wesley Kaley.

Obituary - Frances Dale Hunter
Frances Dale HUNTER, aged sixteen, died at the home of her uncle, George BRUGH, of near Leiters, Sunday morning, of scarlet fever. She was born in Marshall county, Oct. 15, 1897. The funeral will be held Tuesday at one o'clock, with services at the home of George Brugh, by Rev. C. GARNER, burial in the Sharon cemetery, southwest of Leiters.

Beloved Pastor is Laid to Rest
. . . . . respects to Rev. R. B. SEAMAN. . . . . . . .
The deceased was born near London, England, August 4, 1851. In the spring of 1854 his father disposed of his holdings in England, and came to America, settling in Chicago. Scarcely a year elapsed when he was obligated to return to England to attend to some financial affairs. His parents had formed the acquaintance of an English lady of refinement by the name of Mrs. Anna SEAMAN, and to her care he was entrusted during the brief time their presence was to be required in their old home. Reaching England in safety, and having settled their business affairs, they started the return trip to America. The vessel was wrecked in mid-ocean and all on board were lost.
In the year 1856, Doctor Seaman was placed in the Chicago Orphan Asylum, where he was admitted under the name of Robert BROWN. One year later Mrs. Seaman adopted hm as her own son. As her financial condition was precarious, he became, at the age of 8 years, a cash boy in the dry goods store of Potter PALMER at the princely salary of $1.50 per week. Another year elapsed and he was "articled" to a farmer in Putman county, Ill. After 5 years of farm life he came back to Chicago. His foster-mother had moved to New York city, and he obtained lodging with a family that made fair promises, but turned him into the streets as soon as the money he had saved on the farm was exhausted. Day after day he tramped the streets of Chicago, hunting work, which he could not find.
Winter was coming on and he resolved to seek employment in a new field and traveled to Niles, where fortune favored him and he was offered his board and schooling for doing chores around a tavern. While there he received the greatest shock of his life in a letter from his adopted mother in New York, informing him that she was not his real mother, as he had supposed, but had merely adopted him. She told him that his real name was Robert Brown and advised him to assume his proper name as it might, at some time, be a pecuniary advantage to him. Carried away in a burst of grief, he burned the letter and resolved to carry the name of Seaman to his grave.
At the age of 20 he began the arduous task of working his way through a preparatory, collegiate and theological course, which was accomplished after nine years of strenuous effort. In one of the darkest days when it seemed inevitable that he should have to give up his work on account of being unable to secure employment, he received an appointment as lighthouse keeper at Grosse Point, Ill., at a salary of $400 per year, and he was enabled to prosecute his course of study.
In 1877 he graduated from the Northwestern university receiving the title of Bachelor of Arts and in 1881 he received the honorary degree of Master of Arts.
In 1879 Doctor Seaman was married to Miss Martha EWER, of Seneca, Ill. To this union were born three children, Amos [SEAMAN], Grace [SEAMAN] and Maud [SEAMAN], wife of Professor C. MELVILLE, of Worcester, Mass.
The following out of town people were here to attend the services; Merritt B. TABER and wife, of Sioux City, Iowa; Doctor & Mrs. William BOND, of Goodland, Ind.; G. CLYMER, of Lafayette, Ind.; Benton HARRISON and wife, of Peru; William HARRISON and wife, of Peru; Mrs. BORING, of Evanston, Ill.; Mrs. WATERMAN, of Los Angeles, Cal., Rev. George DICKEY, of Chicago; Rev. Reub. WILLIAMS, of Normal, Ill.; Mrs. Lou LaHOTE, of Milford, Ill.; and Mrs. PETERSON, of Chicago. . . . .

Additional Locals
Herman COPLEN has accepted a position in the INDIANA BANK & TRUST CO., as bookkeeper, the vacancy having been created by the recent resignation of Charles BURNS . . . .

Tuesday, February 25, 1913

Social Events
John JOHNSON and Mrs. Emma BARNUM surprised their friends today by announcing their marriage which took place in Milwaukee, Sunday. . . .

Personal
Billy SUNDAY and son were in Rochester for a few minutes this morning, en route to Chicago.
Mrs. Glen BRICKLE returned to South Bend, after attending her grandmother's, Mrs. LUCAS, funeral.

J. T. Bolser of Kewanna Dies
Joseph T. BOLSER, who was agent for the Vandalia railroad at Kewanna for over thirty years, died at his home in that town Monday night.
Mr. Bolser had been in feeble health for some time and his death resulted from complications due to old age. He was well known in Union township, as he has been, up until one year ago, the agent for the Vandalia railroad, ever since the road was built. Last spring he was pensioned by the company and since then has lived a retired life in Kewanna.
Mrs. BOLSER, and one daughter, Mrs. Charles H. WILSON, of Chicago, survive his death.

M. Bell Gets Big Contract
M. BELL, of this city, has returned from a trip to northern Minnesota, where he was successful in landing a $37,000 dredging contract. This is one of the biggest pieces of work ever attempted by a local contractor. . . .
The excavation is on a ditch in Koochiching county, which lies on the border line in the extreme northern part of Minnesota. The ditch is to be 24.74 miles long . . . Mr. Bell will ship his dredge from here at once . . .
A. C. DAVISSON, Mr. Bell's son-in-law has also done considerable contract work in Minnesota.

Wednesday, February 26, 1913

Prof. J. F. Scull Called by Death
The hosts of friends and admirers of Prof. James F. SCULL, for 20 years superintendent of schools in Rochester, were shocked to hear of his death at his home near Germany, at six thirty o'xlock this morning. He was 77 years old. Arterial sclerosis was the direct cause, according to his physicians. He had been ill about ten days.
Since his retirement from active work, about ten years ago, Prof. Scull has lived in Rochester, Indianapolis and Germany. The last named move was made partly in hopes of benefitting his health, which had been failing for some time. It was thought that his outdoor life in the country was doing him much good, until the appearance of this serious illness a short time ago.
Prof. Scull was born in Hamilton county, Ohio, Nov. 30, 1835 and moved with his parents to Rush county, Indiana, when but six months old. He was always identified with Indiana and Indiana interests and counted himself a true Hoosier. His father, John SCULL, ran woolen mills in the new home. The boy spent much of his time, when not in school, at work in the industry of his parent. He entered Asbury college (now DePauw university) at Greencastle when about 16 and upon graduating took charge of a Methodist preparatory school at Danville, Ind. This was about 1859.
When the war broke out, the school was closed, and Mr. Scull returned to his father's home, all of his brothers having gone to the war, and remained at work in the mill until peace was declared. In April, 1860, he had married Miss Emma YOUNG, of Yountsville, Ind. and about 1866 the two returned to Danville, where he again took up his work in the schools. While there he was associated with C. M. SIMS, the well known Methodist, who died but a few years since.
After a period of several years in Danville, his work was recognized and after receiving better offers, he taught in several different places in the state, coming to Rochester as superintendent in 1882. Not long after coming here, Mrs. Scull was called by death. He served in the city a full score of years, becoming a strong and recognized figure in the community as well as the state. He was retired in 1902 and shortly after was married to Mrs. Addie KENDRICK. After a brief residence here they removed to Indianapolis, where they spent several years, returning to this community about three years ago to take up their residence on a farm near Germany. Prof. Scull had a cottage on the Tippecanoe, his favorite fishing stream and the great majority of the summer days were spent along the river, whose every crook and turn he knew so well.
Until this winter, Prof. Scull's health was never seriously threatened. Shortly after the first of the year, he was attacked by a combination of liver and heart trouble. Ten days ago, he was stricken fatally and slowly sank to his death. Arrangements had been made Tuesday, to take him to the home of his daughter in Crown Point, but the seriousness of the case prevented.
Besides his wife, there are six children surviving, all by the first wife. They are: Mrs. W. A. SCHEDDELL, of Crown Point, Dr. Eleanor SCULL, of Crown Point, Mrs. W. E. UPHAM, of Texas, W. F. SCULL, of Crown Point, James SCULL, of Columbus, O., and J. A. (Hart) SCULL, of Haines, Alaska. There are also a brother and a sister, Rev. J. F. SCULL and Mrs. Alice WHITINGER, both of Rush county. Mrs. UPHAM is at present in Crown Point. Bert, who is with the regular army will not be able to return home.
The arrangements for the funeral were not complete this morning, but it was the desire of the family that the services be under the auspices of the Masons, of which he was a long time member. The time planned is Saturday. Burial will be made in the I.O.O.F. cemetery. . . . .

"Uncle Del" Ward [photo]
William Adelman WARD, better known to his many friends as "Uncle Del" celebrated his 84th birthday today. Mr. Ward is one of the oldest pioneers of this county having come here when he was three years old.

Germany
Frances Dale HUNTER, youngest daughter of George and Bertha HUNTER, was born in Marshall county, Ind., Oct. 15, 1897, departed this life, Feb. 13, 1913, aged 15 years 4 months and eight days. She leaves to mourn her departure, a father and sister living in Mishawaka, and other relatives and friends. Her mother, one brother and a sister having preceeded in death. She has made her home with her uncle and aunt, Mr. & Mrs. George BRUGH, since she was eighteen months old and was loved and cherished as an own child. We all extend our sympathy and a helping hand to Mr. & Mrs. Brugh in their time of sorrow. The funeral is private. Val ZIMMERMAN of Rochester is in charge of the funeral.

Thursday, February 27, 1913

Found Dead in Bed by Daughter
As the result of an attack of heart trouble, Horace Greely LUNSFORD, a well known Fulton county citizen, was found dead in bed this morning, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John SHADICKER, of near Monterey.
Mr. Lunsford, who lives west of this city, went to Monterey Tuesday, for a short visit with his daughter. He was in the best of health and his sudden death was a complete shock. His wife was notified this morning by Charles HUNNESHAGEN, a nephew of the deceased.
Mr. Lunsford was about 60 years of age. His first wife, who was Miss Sarah McFAILEY, who died about five years ago. Four months ago Mr. Lunsford was married to Mrs. Leota ODAFFER.
He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. John Shadicker, and his wife, Mrs. Leota LUNSFORD.
The funeral will be held at the home of Mrs. Shadicker, interment in the Sharon cemetery.

Mrs. Levi Dukes is Dead
Word was received from Akron this morning by the Hon. M. L. ESSICK of the death of his sister, Mrs. Levi [R.] [Sarah A.] DUKES, who passed away early today. Mrs. Dukes, who was well known here had been in poor health for some time. Monday she was stricken with paralysis and has sunk rapidly since.
Mrs. Dukes was about 68 years of age and was long a resident of Fulton county. Besides a husband and a brother she leaves to mourn her, three daughters: Mrs. John McKEE, Mrs. Wallace RULE and Mrs. MURRAY.
The funeral will be held at Akron Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, with burial at the Gilead cemetery. The feebleness of Mr. Essick will prevent his attending the services, but his sons, Vivian [ESSICK and Samuel [ESSICK] will both go.

Friday, February 28, 1913

Very Aged Lady Called by Death
Rochester's well known and lovable circle of aged ladies was broken today when death descended upon Miss Catharine J. HOLCOME, casting a gloom over the remaining two, Mrs Margaret "Grandma" REESE and Miss Katherine JOHNSON. The three had lived together for the last eight years at their home on north Main street.
Miss Holcome had been in feeble health for the last year and death came this morning at three o'clock as the result of complications due to old age. She was eighty years of age and until one year ago was very active.
Miss Catharine Holcome was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas HOLCOME and was born in Jefferson county, Ind., December 11, 1833. In 1834 her parents moved to this county and for a number of years Mr. Holcome conducted a store at Wagoners, Ind. Miss Holcome has lived in this county ever since she came here in 1834.
For the past eight years she has made her home with Grandma Reese and Miss Katharine Johnson. Miss Johnson is past 70 years of age and Mrs. Reese is past 85 years of age.
Miss Holcome is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Hannah DuBOIS and Mrs. Nancy GOULD. One sister, Mary [HOLCOME], is dead. The funeral will be held Sunday at 12:00 o'clock at the Mud Lake Chapel.

George Gugle Dies
Mr. & Mrs. Henry DURKES received word Thursday afternoon of the death of George GUGLE, a brother of Mrs. Durkes, who died at his home in Burnettsville, Indiana. He was 81 years old and until recently was active for his age. Four brothers and eight sisters are still living. The youngest sister is almost 70 years of age.

Lunsford Burial Saturday
The funeral arrangements of Horace Greely LUNSFORD, who committed suicide, were completed late Thursday afternoon and the services will take place at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John SHADECKER, of near Monterey, Saturday morning at ten o'clock. He will be buried in the Moon cemetery.
According to the reports, Mr. Lunsford committed suicide by drinking a quantity of carbolic acid. He was found dead in bed by his daughter, at six o'clock in the morning. He had evidently taken the deadly drug two hours previous to that time.
No real cause is known for the suicide, as Mr. Lunsford was in the best of health. It is said that he purchased the acid in Monterey. His wife, Mrs. Leota LUNSFORD, was in Rochester, where she was notified of the death of the husband. They were married recently.

Akron
Miss Joanna MILLER on last Thursday night celebrated her twelfth anniversary, by inviting eight girls to a slumber party. . . .
Abel SHIREMAN, a former Akron resident, died Monday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ida ROYER, in Laketon. Mr. Shireman was a native of Hardin county, Virginia, and was -- years old. He had lived in Indiana more than fifty years and in Akron about twelve years. He suffered a stroke of paralysis on Sunday, February 16. The funeral was held at Akron M.E. church Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment at the Hammond cemetery, where his companion was buried about fifteen years ago.

Saturday, March 1, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Joel STOCKBERGER went to Argos today, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Stockberger's sister, Mrs. Cordelia Ann MOORE. They were accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. L. R. BAIR.

Monday, March 3, 1913

Social Events
Omer F. MOW and Miss Elizabeth BOGGESS, of Tiosa, were united in marriage at the United Brethren parsonage Saturday afternoon, by Rev. H. BUTLER. The young couple will live on a farm near Tiosa. . .

Kewanna
Mrs. Marion CARTER entertained a party of young people Saturday night in celebration of the 13th birthday anniversary of her son, Ernest [CARTER].
Frank DUMAS and wife of Fowler, formerly of Kewanna, are the happy parents of a son, born Feb. 14th.
The funeral of Howard HICKLE which the last issue of the Herald stated would be held Saturday, was deferred until Sunday at 3 p.m., awaiting the arrival of his brother, Grover [HICKLE], who is serving in the regular army. Howard was born March 8, 1892, and died Feb. 19, 1913, making his age 20 years, 11 months and 17 days. He leaves father, mother, three brothers and two sisters. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Clinton POLEN, and burial was made in the Odd Fellows cemetery.
Overtures have recently been made for the installation of an ELECTRIC LIGHTING SYSTEM in Kewanna. . . . . .

Macy
Thirty-two young people, of the young men and young women Sunday School classes of the M.E. church, went to the home of Miss Thelma WARNER Friday evening, and gave her a complete surprise, reminding her that the occasion was her 16th birthday anniversary. . . .
"Uncle" Dan MUSSELMAN departed this life at his home on Piety Hill, Thursday afternoon, aged 74 years. His death came almost as a shock, as he had only been ill a week, and was due to apoplexy. He possessed a kind and cheerful disposition, was a friend to all who knew him, and will be sadly missed. He leaves a daughter, Mrs. Mary B. FOOR, three granddaughters, and other relatives to mourn his departure. He was a member of the Masonic and Eastern Star orders. Those from a distance who attended the funeral were: Mr. & Mrs. L. G. GORDON and daughter, Miss Ruby MUSSELMAN, of Chicago; Mr. & Mrs. Joe SHANNON, of Dural, O.; Mrs. Clarissa MUSSELMAN and son, Harley [MUSSELMAN], of Ashville, O.; and Lewis FOOR, of Mentone. The funeral was preached in the Christian church, Sunday morning, by Rev. GERMAN. The Masons performed their ceremonies. Interment in Mt. Zion cemetery. The Masons from a distance who attended were: A. M. ARNOLD, Rochester; W. A. WOODRING, Clarke BAILEY and Frank HANSEN, Peru; and A. B. SWIFT, of Chicago.
The infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Elmer BROWN died at their home in Peru, Friday, of a complication of diseases. The remains were brought to Five Corners, Sunday morning, where the funeral was preached by Rev. Edward KENNEDY.

Prominent Democrat Called
Joseph HEIMBERGER, one of the oldest and most prominent democratic citizens of Union township, passed away at his home Saturday night, in Kewanna, age 91 years. Mr. Heimberger was also the oldest member of the I.O.O.F. lodge in that town, having been a member since he was 81 years old.
Mr. Heimberger was born in Alcay France, and moved to this country with his parents when he was eight years old. When a young man, he took up the blacksmith trade, which he followed until 28 years ago.
He is survived by four children: Mrs. Mary HIGHLAND and George [HEIMBERGER], Arthur [HEIMBERGER] and Edward HEIMBERGER. The funeral will take place Tuesday at the home in Kewanna.

Twelve Mile Farmer is Dead
Charles CRAWFORD, 35, a farmer living near Twelve Mile, died at noon today, at Woodlawn hospital, after a brief illness of appendicitis.
Mr. Crawford was brought to this city Friday, and was operated upon that night. His case was very serious and although he showed signs of improvement, over the week end, he became suddenly worse and passed away today. The body will be prepared for burial here and removed to Twelve Mile in the morning. The deceased left a wife and two children.

Tuesday, March 4, 1913

Social Events
Thirty neighbors and friends of Mr. & Mrs. Eugene NAFE gathered at their home near the Burton church Thursday evening in honor of Mr. Nafe's 50th birthday. . . . .
Mrs. C. L. BRIGHT and son, Lawrence BRIGHT and wife, went to Marion today, where they will attend the funeral of her brother, Wm. MOSEHOLER.

Short News
Akron business men have announced their intention of coming to Rochester Wednesday night for the purpose of securing a connecting TROLLEY link between their city and Rochester. They will lay their plans before the members of the Commercial club, and will ask for a definite answer from Rochester.

Louis Brickle Passes Away
Louis Jefferson BRICKLE, a well known man in this city died at his home on north Main street this morning at nine o'clock, as the result of a severe attack of heart trouble. Mr. Bickle was past 60 years of age and for the last 30 years has suffered with asthma. He has been living with his father, who is also helpless, from rheumatism. The two have lived alone in the small house on north Main street, for the last five years.
Louis Jefferson Brickle was born in Ohio, September, 1851. He came to this state when a young man with his parents. August 7th, 1879 he was united in marriage with Miss Lucinda CARTER, to which five children were born, Omer [BRICKLE], Oscar [BRICKLE], Michael [BRICKLE], Mrs. Tressie RUSSEL and Miss Glenn BRICKLE.
The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

Obituary - W. E. Kaley
Wesley Amandus KALEY was born December 7, 1883, died Feb. 21, 1913, aged 29 years, 2 months and 14 days. He was married to Sarah ZOOK, March 31, 1907. He leaves a wife, father, mother and four brothers to mourn his loss. Wesley Kaley received his common school education in the public schools of Fulton county and at the State Normal, of Terre Haute. He was principal of the high school at Leiters Ford and Talma, serving several years at each place. He was initiated in the Independent Order of Odd Fellows at Leiters Ford, Feb. 17, 1906 and was also made a Master Mason, of the Masonic order, April 20, 1912, at Mentone. He was baptized in the Evangelical church in infancy.
Mrs. L. R. Dukes
Sarah Ann [ESSICK], daughter of Samuel and Grizella ESSICK, was born at Gilead, Ind., November 20, 1844, died in Akron, Ind., February 26, 1913, aged 67 years, 3 months and six days.
On September 30, 1862, she was united in marriage with Levi R. DUKES; more than fifty years of the marital voyage was given them and in a quiet way they celebrated their golden anniversary last September. Five children were born to them, one son and four daughters, the son Samuel, died in childhood; the daughters, Mrs. W. E. MURRAY, of Van Buren, Mrs. John McGEE and Mrs. F. E. MOTE, of Kokomo, and Mrs. Ella RULE, of Akron. Mrs. Dukes was one of a family of six children; M. L. ESSICK, of Rochester, her brother, is only surviving member of the Essick family, prominent in pioneer days and so loyal in the perilous days of the sixties. Mrs. Dukes identified herself with the church of her youth, and her long years of usefulness and helpfulness clearly exemplified the teachings of the great humanitarian.
Funeral at M.E. church Friday afternoon conducted by Rev. M. M. KARUAS. Interment at Gilead cemetery.

Wednesday, March 5, 1913

Short News
Mrs. Harry Lee COOPER, whose name was formerly Miss Fae COOPER, of Kewanna, has filed suit in the Fulton circuit for divorce, charging desertion.
Chas. SANDERS, factory representative of the Oakland automobile, will be here Friday and Saturday with "Bink" STINSON, local agent, and will be glad to explain any details of the car or give a personal demonstration. Call at the ROCHESTER GARAGE AND MACHINE COMPANY.
Victor F. BARNETT, who has been attending the University of Wisconsin and working during his spare time on Madison papers, has been promoted to the position of sporting editor on the Wisconsin State Journal. Mr. Barnett is a local boy. . . .

Electric Truck in Service Eight Years
After eight years of continuous service, including Sundays, BEYER BROS. electric truck is still in good condition. Jack SAYGER, who has been driving the machine for several years says that "Old Joe" can be depended upon at any time and very seldom is known to break down. The machine looks like a brand new one now, as it has received a complete overhauling, has a coat of paint and a big electric head light attached.

Funeral
The funeral of Lewis J. BRICKEL, who died Tuesday morning, will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 in HOOVER's chapel, west Sixth street. Rev. J. D. KRUWEL will officiate. Interment in I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Grass Creek
Beatrice [WADDUPS], one of the twins of George and Sadie WADDUPS, died Tuesday morning. The child was seven months old, and was a victim of measles and whooping cough.

Macy
Mrs. Jennie CHICKARD went to ----?, South Dakota, last week, where upon her arrival, she became the bride of Scott J. HURST, where he is living on his claim.
Mr. & Mrs. Earl ROBERTS are the parents of a baby girl since Saturday morning.
The stork left a baby girl at the home of Mr. & Mrs. James PALMER, Saturday.
Asa CALLAWAY, of Chicago, visited his children, who are making their home with their grandparents, Wm. SHINDLER and wife, since Mrs. CALLAWAY's death, a month ago.

Thursday, March 6, 1913

Personal
Mrs. E. BRIGHT, and Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence BRIGHT returned from Marion yesterday, after attending the funeral of Mrs. BRIGHT's brother.
Mrs. Daniel CLEVELAND, who died Monday, is to be buried in Syracuse. She was a sister of Jasper HUDKINS, who is very ill at Woodlawn hospital.

Short News
Howard DuBOIS has been appointed administrator of the Miss Susie HOLCOME estate.
Word was received here today by J. M. QUIGG from Geo. WIGMORE, a former resident of this city, of the death of his mother, which occured at Monticello, Wednesday afternoon.

Launch Trolley Project at Last
[long details of proposed TROLLEY connecting Rochester and Akron]

Advertised Letters
Louis ANDERSON, Wm. BAST, Miss Effa BURKETT, M. ELANER, Ezra C. FISH, Wm. PRINE, Dick RICHARDSON, Charles WYCOFF, Mrs. Ella WYLLE. - Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Would Furnish Power to Argos
At a meeting of the county commissioners this morning, a franchise was granted the ROCHESTER ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT AND POWER COMPANY to construct lines to Argos, Fulton and Kewanna, for the purpose of transmitting power.
. . . . Superintendent Charles DAVIS of the local concern, will go to Argos tonight to submit a proposition to the Commercial club there. . . .
In case Argos accepts the proposition of the local plant, farmers living along the Michigan road north of Rochester would be able to install electric lights and power.

Friday, March 7, 1913

Tiosa
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Lee BEEHLER, Feb. 28, a son. It has been names Charles Hubert [BEEHLER]. Mrs. J. E. BALL, of Poneto, is with her daughter, Mrs. Lee Beehler for a few days.

Social Events
Mrs. Margaret J. IZZARD, of Rochester, who is spending the winter at the home of Mr. & Mrs. John REED, in Fulton, celebrated her 88th birthday Wednesday. The good lady is quite spry and in fair health. . . . Fulton Leader
Short News
The relatives of Samuel BRICKEL, whose son, Louis, died this week and left him alone, have secured William EDINGTON to stay with the old man and look after his wants. Mr. Brickel is past eighty years of age and is very nearly helpless.

Obituary - Louis J. Brickel
Louis J. BRICKEL was born in Green county, Ohio, September 9, 1851, and came with his parents to St. Joseph county, Ind., in 1854. He resided there until 1864, when his parents moved to Fulton county, settling near Leiters Ford, where he grew into manhood. He moved from Leiters to Rochester in 1877, residing here until he died, March 4, aged 61 years.
He was married to Lucinda CARTER, August 18, 1879, and to the union were born five children: Oscar [BRICKEL], Omer [BRICKEL], Harry [BRICKEL], Glennie [BRICKEL] and Teresa [BRICKEL], all of whom reside in Rochester, except Glennie, who lives in South Bend. His father, Samuel [BRICKEL], and two brothers, Charles [BRICKEL], of Uck, Wash., and James [BRICKEL], of Syracuse, Ind., survive him.
The funeral was held at the Hoover chapel Thursday afternoon at 2:30, Rev. KRUWEL, officiating. Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

County Pioneer Called by Death
Mrs. Margaret J. FULTZ, the widow of Samuel FULTZ, died at the home of her son, Edward FULTZ, northeast of Rochester Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Fultz was past 83 years of age and until a week ago has always been in the best of health and very active for a woman of her age. As the result of a very severe cold, which soon developed into pneumonia, she became seriously ill last week and passed away Thursday afternoon.
Mrs. Fultz was well known in this county as she was one of the oldest settlers here. She was a lovable character and even in her declining years was always contented and happy. Many friends and relatives in the county called to see her during her last illness.
Miss Margaret GREGSON, was born in Morgan county, August 23, 1829. When about nineteen years of age, she married Samuel Fultz, to which union were born the following children: J. B. FULTZ, of Seattle, Washington; Mrs. Barbara KOCHENDERFER, deceased; Mrs. Clara SHAFFER, Edward FULTZ, Miss Mary FULTZ and Mrs. Sadie HIGHWAY. Mrs. Fultz was a member of the Christian church.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, at the home of Edward Fultz. Rev. J. F. McNEELY will have charge of the services. Interment will take place in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Argos Favorable to Proposition
Argos, Ind., March 7 -- As the result of a conference between Chas. DAVIS, manager of the ROCHESTER ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT and POWER CO., and the Commercial Club here, definite steps were taken Thursday night to transmit power from the Rochester plant to this town. . . . . . .

Resigns Bridge Co Position
After several years of efficient service, Daniel DUFFIN, contracting manager of the ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY, presented his resignation to Secretary A. L. DENISTON this morning to take effect April 1st. Mr. Duffin will enter the contracting business in Chicago. .

Talma
About fifty friends of Miss Edna YANTIS gathered at her home last Monday night and surprised her. She will move this week to Argos.

Saturday, March 8, 1913

Personal
Wm. PENDLETON, 83 years old, who is very ill and who has been residing at John TROUTMAN's, has been removed to the home of his son, William [PENDLETON], west of town.
A clipping from a Hammond paper of recent date tells of the untimely death in that city of Max BUNNELL, after a lingering illness. Max was the only son of K. C. BUNNELL and formerly lived in Walnut. He was 16 years old and had been a popular lad among his school friends.
Mrs. Foster HASLETT arrived in Kewanna late Monday, with the family of her brother, John RENO, who went to Arizona two years ago with the hope of benefitting the health of his son, Carl [RENO]. The lattr stood the long journey home very well, considering the fact that he is seriously ill with tuberculosis.

Mrs. Susana Bibler Dies
Mrs. Susana BIBLER died Friday night at nine-thirty o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clara Bitters, on south Madison street. Mrs. Bibler was past 83 years of age and for several years has been in very poor health.

Mrs. Susana Bibler was born in Fairfield county, Ohio, Feb. 3, 1830. She was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. APT. She was married to Joseph BIBLER after she had lived in this state several years. He has been dead for over 30 years. Mrs. Bibler was the mother of four children, Mrs. Sarah MUSSER, Edwin BIBLER, James Henry BIBLER, and Mrs. Clara BITTERS. Mrs. Bibler was a member of the Methodist church.

Culver
The RECTOR boys secured about $500 worth of orders for cameras and photographic supplies from the cadets previous to the latter's departure for Washington.

Monday, March 10, 1913

Social Events
Col. Enoch MOW celebrated his 64th birthday Saturday. . . .

Short News
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. HALL, of Ft. Wayne, a boy. Mrs. Hall was formerly Miss Blanche BIDDINGER.
The bill which would allow the county commissioners to accept the appropriation to buy the ROCHESTER COLLEGE for an agricultural school, has passed the house and the senate and is now in the hands of the governor.
Mr. & Mrs. Ray CUNNINGHAM have made arrangements to occupy the Judge CONNER property at the corner of Fulton Ave. and Seventh street, and will move in as soon as their house furnishings arrive from Elwood. The HOFFMAN house, corner of Franklin Ave. and Seventh street, will be occupied by Mr. & Mrs. C. E. UNDERWOOD, Mrs. Cunningham's parents, who will move here from Elwood, in the near future.

To Enter Big Race at Indianapolis
That Rochester may be represented in the 500 mile RACE on the SPEEDWAY at INDIANAPOLIS, Decoration day, became known today when it was learned that a number of local men were backing a project to enter a car in the big event.
The car in question is the Northern, formerly owned by L. M. BRACKETT, now the property of Maurice SHELTON. It is a 5x5 four cylinder, 50 H.P. machine, and has a reputation about the city as being a speedy car. A local garage man, who has had considerable experience in track, and road racing, says he will drive the car, and has the backing. He has written to the Indianapolis authorities to ascertain whether it is possible to enter the machine and if so, the car will be built, and shipped to the Speedway. It is now in a local garage.

Packing Plant is Growing
A local industry, now three years old, has grown to a size too large for its present quarters and must seek more room. John SWARTWOOD, head of the PORK PACKING CONCERN on S. Fulton Ave. is seeking to move his plant to the old bridge factory building, . . . made inquiries regarding the possibility of having the city construct a sewer from the building which lies just north of the old shoe factory to the creek nearby. . . . .

Important Meeting Tonight
The president of a well known automobile concern will be in Rochester this evening to attend the meeting of the Commercial Club and to submit an offer to locate an AUTOMOBILE PLANT in Rochester.
According to the reports he said he would build a plant here if the city would buy $20,000 worth of stock. . . . .

Tuesday, March 11, 1913

Germany
Etta [WAGONER] and Nettie [WAGONER], two sweet little girls, have taken up their residence with Mr. & Mrs. Fred WAGONER.

Mt. Olive
Mr. & Mrs. Reuben BEVELHEIMER, Mr. & Mrs. Ray BEVELHEIMER and little daughter, and Mr. & Mrs. Henry MASON will leave for Montana, Monday.

Social Events
A marriage license was issued Saturday to Peter SAYGER and Luella SHAFER, both well known Akron people.

Short News
Among those from a distance who were here to attend the funeral of Joseph HEIMBURGER on Tuesday were Harry HEIMBURGER, of Greencastle, Jos. F. HEIMBURGER, of Frankfort, Mrs. Ethel KENNARD, of Hammond, Vern ALEXANDER and wife of Rochester, and Mrs. Elizabeth KIMBALL, of Fulton. -- Kewanna Herald.
Announcement has been made by BUCHANAN and ZARTMAN of an opening to be held at their store in Kewanna March 19, 20, 21 and 22, during which time a full line of the new STUDEBAKER automobiles will be displayed. ...

Chas. Craft Instantly Killed
Relatives of Charles CRAFT received a message this morning that he had been instantly killed at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Mr. Craft is the son of Mrs. Susanna CRAFT, whose maiden name was ZOLMAN. She was a former resident of this county and used to live east of Rochester. Mrs. Herman METZLER received the message of Mr. Craft's death. The details were not given, but it is supposed that he was killed while handling live electric wires as he was an electrician by trade. He was about 30 years of age.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Walter PROBASCO, of near Germany, a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Thomas EYTCHESON, of Rochester, a girl.

Good Prospects for Truck Plant
Rochester's factory prospects have been topped by an opportunity to become a COMMERCIAL CAR PLANT, with the control in the hands of local men. In other words, it will be entirely local project and while the start, if made, will be small, the future looks big.
Correspondence with the assembler of a truck in Indianapolis brought that gentleman to this city Monday night, and made him the most prominent figure at a well attended and enthusiastic meeting of the Commercial club. He is a brother of the former maker of a now famous auto truck, (who is now consulting engineer with the Studebaker Corporation) has been in the automobile business all of his life, having been in this country but four years. He is a native German.
. . . . He has already built one car, a 1500 pound capacity truck, which embodies his ideas of the car he would build, and which he expects to drive to Rochester as soon as weather and roads will permit. It is a four cylinder, 35 H.P. machine, with many improvements which will make it a big seller. Chief among these is the idea of a kerosene carburetor, it being the idea that the advancing price of gasoline will soon make its use prohibitive. Internal gears and improved axle, which he himself has built, are other features. . . . . .

Wednesday, March 12, 1913

R.H.S. News - By Arthur Copeland
Opening tourney games in which the local fans will be interested are South Bend vs Decatur, Lafayette vs Culver, which ought to prove a hard game, Crawfordsville vs Centerville and Anderson vs Lebanon.
The BASKETBALL TEAM team which represents Rochester in the tournament and fans who accompany them will be able to see a great game Saturday night between Indiana and Purdue. Two local boys, BARNHART and SHAFER will more than likely appear. Hugh BARNHART for Indiana and Robert SHAFER for Purdue. This calls to the minds of the fans the days when Dean BARNHART and Guy BARR played on opposit teams in the annual Indiana-Purdue basketball games.

Social Events
Fifteen women all former residents of Rochester, met at the home of Mrs. Con WELCH, in Glendora, Cal., Friday, March 7, in honor of the 84th birthday of Mrs. Hulda WALKER, also formerly of this city. . . . Those present were: Mrs. Hulda WALKER, Mrs. HAUK, Mrs. CORNELIUS, Mrs. LEEBRICK, Mrs. GASKILL, Mrs. Toisse SLICK, Mrs. HOLMAN, Mrs. MONTGOMERY, Mrs. Frank HOFFMAN, Mrs. Con WELCH, Mrs. SHIELDS-KOCHENDERFER, Miss Sarah PHILLIPS, Miss Anna CORNELIUS and Mrs. Richter GLASS and daughter, Mary [GLASS] of Detroit, Mich.
Announcement has been made that William PALSON of this city, and Miss Louise KEEBLER, were united in marriage at the home of the bride in Williamsport, recently . . . The couple will be at home on north Jefferson street the latter part of this week.

Personal
Mrs. Geo. SUMAN left for Portland this morning, where she will attend the funeral of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Josiah SUMAN.
George BARNHART returned to his home in Cass county this morning after spending a few days with his brother, H[enry] A. BARNHART.

Short News
D. M. PLETCHER is the first Rochester purchaser of one of the new Studebaker automobiles, having contracted Tuesday evening for a 35 H.P. touring car. BUCHANAN and ZARTMAN, of Kewanna, are the agents . . . .

Thursday, March 13, 1913

Social Events
South Madison steet neighbors and friends of Mrs. Ella NEW HENTHORNE numbering about 40, gathered at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Isom NEW, west 9th street, Wednesday evening, and tendered her a farewell surprise . . . .Mrs. Henthorne will leave Tuesday to make her home with her husband in Ulysses, Kansas.

The Sentinel will bulletin the results of all Rochester games at Bloomington.

Short News
Jonas MYERS, one of the city's well known old men, came to this city 65 years ago today. In 1848 he arrived here and started to work on a building which then occupied the corner where the opera house now stands. The building was being built by William CULVER for Frederick AULT, who later put in a large general store. Mr. Myers at that time boarded with Culvers, who lived in the old frame court house, the lower story which was occupied by a blacksmith shop. Mr. Myers said that the village of Rochester as it was then, presents an entirely different aspect today.

Doctor Rannells Called by Death
Dr. Jacob Newton RANNELLS is dead. The well known physician passed away at his home on Jefferson street Tuesday evening at six o'clock. Death was not unexpected as the attending physicians recently notified Mrs. Rannells and other relatives that life could not be prolonged over a few days as the afflicted man was suffering with a cancer of the stomach. Although conscious of the outcome Dr. Rannells remained in a very cheerful mood and endeavored to divert the thoughts of his wife and relatives from his condition.
He had been in ill health during the past winter but refused to take to his bed until two weeks ago. He was then taken to the Woodlawn hospital and several eminent physicians from Chicago were called to attend him. After a consultation it was decided that an operation would not help him as he was removed to his home last week. He gradually became worse during the last few days and was unconscious a large part of the time. Death came as a relief to his suffering.
Doctor Jacob Rannells was past 52 years of age and was born in Rochester, Indiana, October 14, 1860. His parents, Mr. & Mrs. John W. RANNELLS, moved to this city from Ohio and were well known residents of this section.
Dr. Rannells has two brothers and one sister living, James R. RANNELLS, of Oxford, Ind., Alfred RANNELLS, of Plymouth, Ind., and Mrs. Mary CHESNUT, of Chicago, Ill. While his parents lived in Rochester, Jacob Rannells worked in a store at Twelve Mile, Ind., for about a year. After that he went into the office of Dr. AGER at Perrysburg and took up the practice of medicine where he remained for a year. In 1884 in the ---- with Doctor W. S. SHAFER, he took a two years course in medicine at the Rush school of medicine in Chicago, where he graduated with honor in 1886. He then came to Rochester in the company of Dr. SHAFER and in partnership, the two opened offices. They soon became well known and had a clientage which extended all over this and surrounding counties.
On April 27, 1893, Dr. Rannells was married to Miss Katherine BECRAFT. Their married life has been ideal and together they worked hard and patiently only to be separated when they were beginning to enjoy the fruits of their toil.

Dr. J. N. Rannells was one of Rochester's energetic and representative citizens and was a well known figure in business and social circles. Honest and upright in all his dealings he had gained the love and respect of every one. He will indeed be missed. He was a member of the I.O.O.F. and K. of P. lodges.
The funeral will be held at the home on Saturday afternoon, at two o'clock. Rev. J. D. KRUWEL, of the Methodist church, will have charge of the ceremony.

Obituary
Mrs. Elmira LEASURE was born in Ross county, Ohio, Oct. 1, 1830, and died at her home near Grass Creek, Ind., March 4, 1913, aged 82 years, 5 months and 3 days. She married Mr. Thomas S. LEASURE in 1849. They had a family of 11 children. Three of the children and the husband are dead; 8 children, 17 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren, with one sister mourn her demise. She became religious at 15 and has lived a Christian life, holding membership in different churches as she moved from one place to another. For 15 years she has been a member of the Grass Creek church. Funeral Friday, conducted by Rev. COVERSTON, assisted by Rev. TACOMA, of Kewanna, Ind.

Father Seeks Missing Son
Ray POTTENGER, aged sixteen, disappeared from his home in Disko, Wednesday morning and has not been seen since . . . .
When last seen, the boy left home to go to school. . . . For some time Ray has wanted to go to Valparaiso and attend a school of telegraphy, but the parents were desirous of having him finish his school first. . . .
. . . . He is about five feet, six inches tall.

High School Off to Tournament
Accompanied by Prof. and Mrs. JOHNSON, Mr. & Mrs. A. C. DAVISSON, Lucius PFEIFFER and Arthur COPELAND, the Rochester high school basket ball squad left for Bloomington this morning to take part in the STATE TOURNEY which begins tomorrow and lasts two days. Those who made the trip were KIRKENDALL, HOOVER, DAVISSON, KEEL, SUMAN, CASTLE and LOUDERBACK.
. . . . . will be quartered at the Kappa Sigma house. Their first game will be played with Carthage H. S. Friday afternoon at three o'clock.

Friday, March 14, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Otto HITZEMAN, of Ft. Wayne, are the proud parents of a baby boy since this morning. Mrs Hitzeman will be remembered as Miss Nettie WARD.

Short News
Silas GINTHER received a telegram from Prof. R. C. JOHNSON this morning calling him to Bloomington. Ginther thinks he will play in the place of L. V. LOUDERBACK, who might have been barred, as his name was not entered properly.

Glen Wright of Rochester in Bad
Akron, Ind., March 14. -- As the result of the raid on the "blind tiger" saloon in Akron, Thursday afternoon, Glen WRIGHT, a former resident of Rochester, was placed under arrest, charged with selling liquor unlawfuly. He was employed by Lee DAIN, the proprietor, who was also arrested. . . . . .

A Victim of Tuberculosis
Miss Cleora Fidela DURBIN died at the home of her mother, Mrs. Mary DURBIN, on Fulton Avenue, Thursday night, after an illness of about eight months, a victim of tuberculosis.
She was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence DURBIN, and was born Feb. 4, 1893, three miles northeast of this city. With the parents she came to Rochester in 1896. October 1910, she married Adrian WARNER, but was later divorced from him. She is survived by five sisters, Mrs. Walter DILLMAN, of Yellow Creek Lake, Mrs. John ANDERSON, of Ft. Wayne, Mrs. Bert BRAMAN of Rochester, Mrs. Alfred WOODHOUSE, of Twelve Mile and Mrs. Mel STEFFY, of Peru, and one brother, Russell DURBIN, of Colorado, and her mother, Mrs. Mary DURBIN.
The funeral will leave the home of Mrs. Durbin at nine o'clock, Saturday. The services will be given at Sycamore Chapel, near Big Foot. Burial in the Sycamore cemetery.

Fulton County Boy Invents
Geo. V. DAWSON has installed a new electric humidor for his cigar cvase, which is the invention of a former Fulton county man, son of Amos MADARY, who formerly lived seven miles south of the city. The son is now living in Traverse City, Mich., where his device, which is making him a fortune, is manufactured. . . [described] . . . .

Saturday, March 15, 1913

Talma
A farewell party was given Miss Celia BYRER last Sunday night, at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Ora HORN. . . She will soon leave for Montana, where she has homestead.

Social Events
Fred DIXON and Mrs. Elma B PUTMAN, both of Athens, were married by Justice EWING in his office, this morning. They will make their home in Athens.

Personal
A. T. WOODHOUSE, of Mexico, attended the funeral of Miss Fidela DURBIN, today.
Mr. & Mrs. John ANDERSON, of Ft. Wayne, and Mrs. Mell STEFFY, of Peru, were here today to attend the funeral of Miss Fidela DURBIN.

Grass Creek
Harmon HIETTE, an old settler of this township, was found dead in bed Sunday morning.

Championship Hopes Killed
The hopes of Rochester fans for state championship honors were squelshed this morning when a telegram was received from Bloomington, that the local five had been deveated in the second game of the tournament, by Wingate, by the close score of 19 to 17. . . overtime . . . .

Monday, March 17, 1913

Social Events
To celebrate his fifth birthday, Howard [ROBBINS], son of Mr. & Mrs. Chas. ROBBINS, entertained a few little friends this afternoon.

Personal
Mrs. Fred BRUBAKER, of Chicago, is very ill and is not expected to live. Mrs. Lee HISEY, her sister, is with her.
Arthur COPELAND went to Marion, O., this morning for the funeral of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Henry COPELAND.
Mr. & Mrs. Milo CHESTNUT have returned to Chicago, after attending the funeral of her brother, Dr. J. N. RANNELLS.
Mel BUSENBERG, Fred BYER, Clyde GOOD, John BARNS, Ott LOVE and Elmer SMITH left, today, for Montana. Mr Busenburg has a claim there and the rest, except Beyer, will take up claims. Mr. Beyer, of Logansport, formerly of Rochester, will operate a gang plow.

Short News
The seven days old son of Mr. & Mrs. Harley WALBURN died Sunday night.

Local Men Are Well Impressed
An AUTOMOBILE FACTORY for Rochester seems assured as local men were well impressed today with the truck which was displayed on the streets. The car was driven down from Indianapolis by the promoter of the factory in six hours over some very bad roads.
The machine is thirty-five horsepower and is capabe of carrying a 1500 pound load. The gears are patterned after those of foreign makes and are completely covered. This method will do away with the claims which make so much noise and will also prevent dust from getting into the gears.
The local men who examined the truck today were convinced that it was a salable machine and promised to take stock in the company. One man was so well impressed with the proposition that it is said he may invest $7,000.
The man who owns the machine and who will have charge of the factory has had many years experience in building automobile trucks. It will take $15,000 to float the proposition. A meeting will be called this evening to consider plans.

May Not Establish Plant
John SWARTWOOD, who was planning to start a SLAUGHTERHOUSE in the old bridge factory, in East Rochester, will probably have to change his plans, as the city laws prohibit . . . .

Well Known Man Called by Death
Milton WILEY, one of Fulton county's well known farmers, died this morning at nine thirty o'clock, at his home, three miles west of Rochester. Mr. Wiley had been ill for the past three months with heart trouble and death was not unexpected.
Deceased was a highly respected citizen of this county. He had lived on his farm west of Rochester for the past 25 years and had gained quite a reputation throughout this section as a producer of fine watermelons.
Milton Wiley was born in Fulton county, April 15th, 1838. On March 1st, 1862, he was united in marriage with Mary ROLAND. Their married life had been happy and his wife lives to mourn the departure of a devoted husband.
Funeral services will take place at the U.B. church, Rev. H. E. BUTLER officiating. Burial in the I.O.O.F. cemetery. The time is not set.

Tuesday, March 18, 1913

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. F. G. WARNER went to Deedsville, this morning, to attend the funeral of an aunt, Mrs. Mary McCOLLEY.

Short News
Mrs. Harry DURKES received a message this morning telling of the death of her sister-in-law, Mrs. GUGLE, of LeRoy, Michigan. Mrs. Gugle was past 70 years of age.
James MASTERSON announces that he will open his PICTURE SHOW in the Academy of Music, Wednesday night, and will give moving pictures and a song. Prices 5 and 10 cents.

Taylor Priest is Called by Death
Taylor PRIEST, aged 66, a well known citizen of Rochester passed away on Monday evening at 10:15 after a brief illness, death being due to a complication of diseases. Mr. Priest, although in poor health for some time was not seriously ill until the past few days, and his demise came as a shock to his family and many friends.
Mr. Priest had lived in Rochester for many years and during that time had built up a splendid reputation. He was at one time one of the city's most prominent business men, and had a most extensive acquaintance thruout the county.
Zachariah Taylor PRIEST was born in Rush county, April 1, 1847. He was the son of Benjamin Franklin PRIEST and Olive PRIEST CAMERER, the latter having died about a year ago. His father died when he was eighteen months old. When seven years old his mother was united in marriage to Jacob CAMERER and together with them he came to Fulton county.
He was a farmer until about forty years old, when he moved to this county and engaged in the livery business, but during the last few years he has been compelled to give up all business on account of failing health. He was an industrious and ambitious man and did not take his bed until three days before his death.
His suffering was unspeakable but he bore it with patience.
In 1868 he was united in marriage to Laura M. LACKEY and to this union eight children were born, all of whom are still living except Willard L. [PRIEST]. When sixteen years old he united with the Ebenezer Baptist church, to which faith he still held.
He is survived by a wife and seven children and nine grandchildren. The children are Mrs. H. A. MARSHALL, Mrs. O. S. MACKEY, Della PRIEST, Frank PRIEST, of Whiting, Ind.; and Mrs. Edward HILL, Mrs. Edward TETZLAFF and Arnold PRIEST, of this city. He also leaves two half-brothers and two half-sisters with many other friends and relatives to mourn their loss.
The funeral will be held at the residence on E. 13th street at 11:00 o'clock Thursday. Interment will be made at the Odd Fellows cemetery.

Germany
George [BRUGH] and James BRUGH attended the funeral of Eliza NOELFRESH at Argos.
Mr. & Mrs. Earl NAFE gave a fine dinner Monday in celebration of uncle Crumel POLLEY's birthday anniversary, which is the ninety-second.

Wednesday, March 19, 1913

Social Events
At the home of Rev. Philip BUEHLER, northwest of the city, there was solmnized this morning the marriage of Sarah E. O'BLENIS and Dallas MOW, both of Richland township. . . . Mrs. O'Blenis is the youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. H. E. O'BLENIS, both deceased. When very young , she was left parentless, and started at once to make her way. . . . made her home with a sister in Cando, N. D., where she remained for four years. When in this community she always made her home with Mr. & Mrs. George W. MARSHALL, with whom her relations have always been as those of a daughter and parent. "Clute," as he is familiarly known, is the son of Mr & Mrs. Marion MOW, of the Whippoorwill neighborhood, has lived for a while in the west, and for the past few years on his father's farm. The young couple will reside with the groom's father. . . .
John H. WYNN, son of Frances WYNN, of Richland township, and Miss Mattie DUDGEON, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George DUDGEON, were united in marriage this afternoon, by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL, at the Methodist parsonage.

Obituary
Mrs. Mary Coudry
Details of the death of Mrs. Mary COUDRY, wife of J. W. COUDRY, who died in this county in 1893, have been received here from her late home in Washington state Mrs. Coudry passed away Feb. 23 and was buried on Feb. 26. Death was due to a combination of grip and heart failure.
Mrs. Coudry, who before moving to Fulton county with her husband 29 years ago, lived in Jennings county, where she was well and favorably known. After her husband's death, Mrs. Coudry remained here with her son, Charles [COUDRY], until March 1903, when they removed to Washington, where her younger daughter resides and where she had since lived. She was the mother of nine children, three of whom are dead. Among those surviving are Mrs. Caroline FITZGERALD, of this city, now in Indianapolis, and Edgar COUDRY, of Indianapolis.
Mrs. Coudry, early in life became a member of the Methodist church and remained a faithful Christian until the end.

Mrs. Lydia Eaton
Lydia Ellen [SAUNDERS], daughter of John and Matilda D. SAUNDERS, was born in Fulton county, Oct. 11, 1871 and died at her home near Burket, March 8, 1913, age 41 years, 4 months and 27 days. On July 14, 1889, she was united in marriage with Alonzo EATON. She is survived by her husband, one sister, Alice NYE. Two brothers, her mother and two sisters preceeded her in death. Mrs. Eaton was a kind and loving wife and was loved by all who knew her. She once said, "If I die, it is all well with me." She had no fear of death and our loss is her gain.

New Clerk at Post Office
A strained situation at the Rochester postoffice was relieved today when Alonzo ZIMMERMAN began work as a clerk. . . .
A. Zimmerman is a brother of W. W. ZIMMERMAN, now a clerk in the office. . .
Besides Postmaster Wm. WRIGHT and his deputy, Frank STERNER, there are now in the office, Archie MILLER, Frank SMITH, W. W. ZIMMERMAN and A. ZIMMERMAN. . .

Brubaker Funeral Thursday
The body of Mrs. Fred BRUBAKER, who died Tuesday in Chicago, was today brought to this city, where the funeral will be held. Services will take place Thursday afternoon at 2:30 at the home of Lee HISEY on south Madison St., with Rev. G. C. CHANDLER in charge. Burial in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.
Mrs. Brubaker suffered an attack of appendicitis a short time ago, but rallied and after a few days was pronounced cured. Complications, however, set in, and death followed soon after.
Mayme McMahan HOWE was born in October, 1887, in Wheaton, Ill., where she was brought up. She was gifted with musical talent, and attended several schools and seminaries, one of which was the Conservatory of Music at Dixon, Ill. She came to Rochester when Prof. STRONG had charge of the college and finished her course of music under him. While here she became acquainted with Fred. E. BRUBAKER. They were married Aug. 19, 1905, the couple going to Chicago, where they have lived since. Mrs. Brubaker is survived by her mother, Mrs. Marcia H. HOWE, of Wheaton, Ill., a daughter, Isabelle [BRUBAKER] aged six and her husband.

Thursday, March 20, 1913

Social Events
Announcement has been received here of the marriage of Hugh RANNELLS, of Fulton, and Miss Edna ROGER, of Knox, which took place in Milwaukee, Monday. Mr. Rannells is a son of W. I. RANNELLS and is well known here. They will reside in Fulton.

Personal
Miss Louise OLIVER, of Macy, and Mrs. Harriett SHILLING, of Logansport, attended the funeral of Taylor PRIEST today.
Miss Jessie OLIVER, who was called here on account of the death of her uncle, Taylor PRIEST, returned to Peru this morning.

Short News
The funerals of Taylor PRIEST and Mrs. Fred BRUBAKER were hld today. That of Milton WILEY took place Wednesday.
Chas. GOHN suffered another stroke of paralysis, Wednesday afternoon, rendering him helpless. He has been suffering from paralysis for some time. Mr. Gohn is certainly blessed with trouble, two of his children having the measles, one son has lung fever and the oldest, in Champaign, Ill., also has the measles.

Saturday, March 22, 1913

Social Events
Benjamin WAGONER, of Hammond, and Miss Ethel SHAFER, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John L. SHAFER, of Rochester, were married by Justice TROUTMAN, in his office, this afternoon. They will leave Sunday evening, for Hammond, where they will make their home.
Wm. LOCKE, a well known Fulton county farmer, was married to Mrs. Daisy LICHTENWALTER, this afternoon, at the Methodist parsonage, by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. They will reside on Mr. Locke's farm, near Fulton.

Personal
Dr. M. WILSON went to Hebron this morning, having received news of the death of his sister, Mrs. Effie BRYANT.
Mrs. Marcia HOWELL has returned to Wheaton, after attending the funeral of her daughter, Mrs. Fred BRUBAKER.
Miss Harriett SHILLING, of Logansport, who came to attend the funeral of Taylor PRIEST, will remain for a short visit with her sister, Mrs. Laura PRIEST.
Mrs. Ora BEYRER and daughter, of Logansport, are guests of Mrs. S. Y. GROVE in Talma. Mr. & Mrs. Beyrer leave the first of April for Montana, where they will make their home.
Mr. & Mrs. Homer LACKEY, of Peru, Miss Louise OLIVER, of Macy, H. A. MARSHALL and O. S. MACKEY, of Whiting and Waldo BUCHANAN, of Metea, attended the funeral of Taylor PRIEST.

Short News
The Wm. LOUGH funeral will take place at the Sharon Methodist church, at Leiters, at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Rev. J. D. KRUWEL in charge.

New Step Ladder Concern Started
A corporation composed of Rochester men was launched Friday evening, when B. F. WEBSTER, J. M. GIBBONS, C. A. DAVIS, W. A. HOWARD, Ray CUNNINGHAM, O. B. SMITH and Fred MILLER met in WOLF and HOWARD's store and organized a company for the purpose of manufacturing and putting on the market a FOLDING STEP LADDER.
. . . . invented by a Mr. DENNIS, of Chicago, but the company now owns all patents and rights to it.
. . . . The name of the company is the "METAL FOLDING LADDER CO."
The company at present has a factory at South Bend, where they have been making the ladders for two weeks. . . . will probably move to Rochester.

Truck Factory
The articles of incorporation of the J. A. MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR COMPANY, which was organized this week, were sent to Indianapolis today. As soon as proper records are on file in the Secretary of State's office, operations will be begun by the concern.

Dies Suddenly in Canada
Fulton, Ind., March 22 -- A telegram received late last night by Silas TROUTMAN, living south of here, announced the sudden death of his son, Edward [TROUTMAN], at his home in Alberta, Canada. None of the particulars could be learned except that the body was being shipped home. The son had just recently visited here.
He was about 23 years of age, and leaves, besides his father and mother, a wife, a daughter four years old, a brother, Morris [TROUTMAN] of Fulton, and a sister, Mrs. Harley FISHER, of near Mexico. He formerly lived here with his father, but purchased a farm in Canada, about three years ago and has since lived there.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Osie SHAFFER, of Newcastle township, a girl.

Monday, March 24, 1913

Social Events
William WARD and Miss Celia PETERS were quietly married at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL, at 6:30 Sunday evening. The wedding was a complete surprise to all except the immediate families. Mrs. Ward is the adopted daughter of Mr. & Mrs. S. J. PETERS and is one of Rochester's most charming and talented young women. The groom is a very popular young man and one of Rochester's rising surveyors. Mr. & Mrs. Ward are now making their home with Mr. & Mrs. S. J. Peters, on south Main street.
At the home of Rev. P. H. BUEHLER, of this city, took place the marriage of Lee HOLLOWAY and Miss Lillie May MIKESELL, Saturday afternoon at four o'clock. Borh are well known young people . . . . They will live on a farm near Rochester.
At an Easter dinner given at the home of W. E. RALSTON, announcement was made of the engagement of Loren BRYANT and Miss Fern RALSTON. The wedding will take place in May.

Personal
Jesse GRIMES, of Wagoners, left for Montana, this morning, where he will take up a claim.
Rev. J. D. KRUWEL went to Leiters this morning, to take charge of the funeral of the infant son of Rev. & Mrs. GARNER, which died Saturday.

Short News
The case of Emma SWANGO vs Isaac HENDERSON, for bastardy, which was to have come up in the Fulton circuit court this term, has been dismissed at the request of the plaintiff.
Fred MILLER went to South Bend this morning to assist in making up the stock owned by the METAL FOLDING LADDER CO. into ladders. If these are marketed satisfactorily, the machinery will be brought here and a factory established.
Eli SWIHART, one of the oldest and best known citizens of Walnut township, Marshall county, died at his farm home, east of Argos, Wednesday morning. He was past 70 years of age. He leaves several grown children. The funeral will be held in the Dunkard church, southeast of Argos, Tuesday.

Monterey Wants Local Juice
The town of Monterey, 16 miles west of this city, wants the ROCHESTER ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT AND POWER COMPANY to furnish the necessary juice to light their streets and stores. . . . . .

Kewanna
Carl Albert [GRAFFIS], son of Mr. & Mrs. Virgil GRAFFIS, died Sunday after an illness of only a few hours.

Mentone Still Has Hopes
The AKRON-ROCHESTER TROLLEY line may be a dead one for the present, but Mentone has not yet given up hopes of seeing a branch built from that city to Rochester. . . . .

Tuesday, March 25, 1913

Germany
George [BRUGH] and James BRUGH were at Argos in attendance at the funeral of Eliga McELFRESH.

Short News
Mrs. BAKER, aged about 82, mother of Levi [BAKER] and Jacob BAKER, died at her home south of Green Oak, today.
Mrs. [James] John [Alba L.] ROBINSON, of Monterey was buried at Leiters Ford this afternoon. Mr. ROBINSON died two years ago, but two children survive.
Ray MOWE, who will be a member of the Troy, New York State league this year, has been ordered to report to Hackensack, N.J. by April 6. He expects to leave about the first of the month, and will endeavor to work out here as much as possible before that time.
Wallace W. TRUE, a son of Lloyd TRUE, formerly of Rochester, who for the past two years has been in the Philippines, is now in San Francisco, awaiting orders from the civil service department, under which he works. Should he return to Washington, he writes that he will stop over at Rochester for a visit with his grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. J. M. QUIGG.

Change Name of Car Company
Because the Secretary of State believed that the use of the name "J. H. Mais Commercial Car Co." conflicts with the rights and title of the Mais Auto Truck Co., of Indianapolis, the name of the local concern was today changed to the ROCHESTER MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR COMPANY.

Youth is Drowned at Delong
Delong, Ind., March 25. -- Leaning over to catch a railway tie which the rising waters of the Tippecanoe were sweeping away, Sherman HARTZ, 17, living west of here, lost his balance, tumbled into the stream and was drowned, before a number of horrified onlookers, who were unable to aid him. His body has not been recovered.

Hartz was an employe of the Erie and was aiding in picking up the company's property, when the accident happened. The drowning took place right at the edge of the town. He leaves a widowed mother.

Must Spend Year in Prison
"Drunkenness is no excuse for crime," said Judge Harry BERNETHA this afternoon when he sentenced Arthur SMITH to the state prison for a term of one to eight years. Smith had plead guilty to the charge of stealing goods from the freight house at Leiters Ford, while in the employ of the Chicago and Erie Railroad and gave as an excuse for the crime, that he was under the influence of whiskey at the time.

Wednesday, March 26, 1913

Local Citizens Give Over $800
Rising nobly to meet an emergency citizens of Rochester in a mass meeting at the court house Tuesday evening, pledged nearly $800 for the relief of the [flood] sufferers at Peru, paid over $500 in cash and approved the plan of the council to appropriate $250 from the city's general fund.
. . . . When contributions were asked for, they came in so fast that A. L. DENISTON was hardly able to take care of them. . . .Committees . . . A. C. DAVISSON, chairman; Nobby TRUE, Wm. HOWARD, Val ZIMMERMAN, and F. E. BRYANT . . . C. A. DAVIS, chairman, Lee WILE, Dean BARNHART and several others.
. . . . [list of donors]

Social Events
Miss Florence WIDEMAN, of Akron, and Benjamin H. BACON, of Indianapolis, were married at the Methodist church Tuesday evening by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. Miss Bacon is a well known and popular young lady of the Akron neighborhood. Mr. Bacon is well known in this vicinty, having drawn the plans for the ROCHESTER TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING. The young couple will reside in Indianapolis.

Personal
Mr. & Mrs. Hiram COPLEN, of Illinois, have returned to Rochester, after an absence of 20 years. They are guests of John SCHAAF and family.
Anna Marie BECKER [sic] was born at Darmstatt, Germany, Oct. 20, 1822, and died at the home of her son, Philip BAKER, 2-1/2 miles south of Green Oak, Tuesday morning. She was married in Germany and shortly before the Civil war, with her husband, came to this vicinity. She is survived by her sons, Jacob [BAKER], William [BAKER], Philip [BAKER] and Levi [BAKER], and one daughter, Mrs. Mary ZARTMAN, of Fulton.

Whippoorwill
Wm. O'BLENIS, our local carpenter, is at Stilwell, Ind., working on a new house for Frank COOK, formerly of this place.

Macy
The Macy Monitor last week reported the advent of a baby girl into the home of Mr. & Mrs. Pliny SAMPSEL, west of town.

Thursday, March 27, 1913

[Numerous articles concerning the FLOOD AT PERU and LOGANSPORT, and MANITOU OVERFLOWING]

Fulton
The many friends of Ed. LOWMAN were shocked to learn of his death, which occurred last week in Alberta, Canada. He formerly resided with his father, Silas LOWMAN, who resides south of Fulton.

Leiters
William LOUGH, of Longcliff, was buried at Sharon cemetery Sunday at 12 o'clock. Funeral services at Sharon church.
The infant son of Rev. and Mrs. GARNER died Saturday evening, buried at Leiters cemetery Monday.

Mart Quinn Passes Away
Word was received here late Wednesday by Stella BAILEY, that the funeral of Mart QUINN, the horse buyer so well known in Rochester, would be held Thursday afternoon, in North Manchester, where he died Tuesday.
A telegram announcing the death was evidently delayed by the storm, inasmuch as it was sent Tuesday, but did not reach here until Wednesday afternoon late. Quinn, who was about 80 years old, had been buying horses and attending fairs in Rochester as long as the oldest inhabitant can remember. He had many warm friends here, all of whom will hear of his death with great regret.
Mr. Quinn was a cousin of Mr. BAILEY's father, Elliott BAILEY, who has been dead several years.

Advertised Letters
Miss Ruth NELLINS, Elzie WATERS. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Friday, March 28, 1913

[Front Page Headline: FLOOD WATERS RECEDE FAST; PROPERTY LOSS IS GROWING; ROCHESTER HOUSES REFUGEES. Many flood stories]

Social Events
At the home of Mr. & Mrs. John A. MOORE, near Winamac, formerly of Athens, occurred the wedding of their youngest daughter, Jennie [MOORE], to John REINHOLD, Jr., son of Mr. & Mrs. John REINHOLD, of Winamac, Easter Sunday. . . . . . . .

Short News
Stella BAILEY and Stephen PARCEL have returned from North Manchester, after attending the funeral of their relative, Mark QUINN, the well known horse buyer.
J. E. BEYER's scheme of keeping coffee hot, that of putting hot coffee in milk cans and the cans in tubs, packed around with sawdust, did its work in spite of the delay of the relief train. The coffee was sent down Wednesday night and was to have been used at once, but owing to the delay in trains, the cans were not opened until late in the morning. It was found, however, that the coffee was still too hot to drink.

Unconfirmed
Peru, May 28. -- The report that Mrs. Rose STEPLER, a sister of Mrs. Fred KIRKENDALL, was drowned cannot be confirmed. She may have met death in her home as the house was washed down the river.

Saturday, March 29, 1913

[More Flood stories. Front Page Headline: CONDITIONS IN PERU NEAR NORMAL]

Obituary
Eli Swihart
Eli SWIHART was born in Stark county, Ohio, June 12, 1848. Died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Chancey MARKLEY, Marshall county, Ind., March 19, 1913, age seventy-one years, nine months and seven days.
He was married to Laura Jane CULVER, November 17, 1869, who preceded him to the great beyond August 17, 1893. To this union were born seven children, Harriet [SWIHART] and William [SWIHART], deceased, Della [SWIHART] of Marshall county, Vada [SWIHART], Ida [SWIHART] and David C. [SWIHART], of Fulton county, and Mathias H. [SWIHART], who resides near Owosso, Mich.; who with four brothers, three sisters and twelve grandchildren are left to mourn him. He united with the German Baptist church when about 40 years of age, to which he remained a faithful member to the end.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. John EPPLEMAN, at the Dunkard church, southwest of Argos. Interment at the near by cemetery.

Unique Donation to Fund
. . . . certificate of deposit for the sum of $33.55, which had been placed in the Indiana Bank and Trust Co., more than two years ago by Mrs. Wm. ZELLERS, Mrs. A. W. BITTERS, Mrs. John J. HILL and Mrs. J. M. QUIGG.
The amount was raised by these women at the time of the death of Laura SHIELDS for the relief of the SHIELDS family, but was refused by them. . . . making it one of the largest single contributions to the RELIEF FUND.

Monday, March 31, 1913

[Front Page Headline: PROPERTY LOSS REACHES MILLIONS]

A. E. Pendleton Called by Death
The county lost another of its pioneers Sunday in the death of A. E. PENDLETON, which took place at 9:45 a.m. at the home of his son, Clinton [PENDLETON], east of Rochester. He was 83 years old.
Mr. Pendleton had been ill for some time, having lain sick at the home of J. E. TROUTMAN, until a short time ago, when he was taken to the home of his son where he slowly sank to his death. He was trustee of this township for about five years, about 12 years ago.
He was born in Madison county, July 28, 1830, where he lived until 1870, moving to his farm, by the Pendleton bridge. In 1853 he married Mary A. RICHWINE, who died in 1878. Mr. Pendleton is survived by his sons, Clinton V. [PENDLETON], Dr. C. B. [PENDLETON], of Marcoville, and Frank [PENDLETON], of California, and a daughter, Minnie McCLURE, of Los Angeles.
The funeral arrangements will be announced later.

From Kokomo to Rochester
The first Rochester men to come from points south of Peru, through that city to Rochester, were M. M. BITTERS and Howard HOOD, who arrived here from Kokomo at 4:30 Friday afternoon. The men left Kokomo at 8:30 Friday morning.
A traction car brought them as far as South Peru, where they alighted and trudged over the hills along the river to the L. E. & W. bridge, which they crossed and then proceeded to the court house, where they learned that they would be compelled to go to the canning factory to secure a north bound train. Not discouraged, they picked up their heavy grips, reached Bearss hill in safety and then followed the hills around to Hiners Cut, thence down the tracks to the point at which the trains were stopping.
Their trip consumed four hours, and it is estimated that they walked 12 miles, but they have the satisfaction of being at home. They left the city a week ago today.

CARD OF THANKS. Mrs. Joseph HEFFLEFINGER, 420 Madison street, certainly wishes to thank her neighbors and unknown friends of Rochester, for their kindly assistance and benevolence in behalf of the flood survivors of Peru, who are staying at her home. Certainly none but good, kind hearted people could do as these have done.

Kewanna
Uriah SHAFFER has sold his household goods and will make his home with his daughter, Mrs. J. W. LONG, of Knox.

Akron
Mrs. Nancy EMBREE died last Saturday at Longcliff, where she had been an inmate about ten years Sixty-eight years ago Nancy DAY was born to Mr. & Mrs. Emory DAY at the DAY homestead two miles northeast of Akron, and lived in this community the greater part of that time. She was married to Lewis EMBREE in 1868. Five children were born to them, a son died in infancy, the surviving children are Oscar EMBREE, of Battle Creek, Mich.; Ed. EMBREE, of LaPorte; Mrs. Lew WADE and Mrs. Arthur HUFFMAN, of Akron. Mr. Embree died about ten years ago. Mrs. Embree was a Christian mother, and beloved by all who knew her. Funeral Tuesday afternoon, at M.E. church, conducted by Rev. M. H. KRAUSE. Interment in I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Social Events
John MADARY, a farmer residing four miles south of Fulton, and Miss Flora WESTWOOD, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James WESTWOOD of Fulton, were married Saturday evening at the M.E. parsonage, by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. Both are well known here.

Short News
Prof. C. Guy HOOVER, formerly connected with the ROCHESTER COLLEGE and well known here, is the author of a song book, called "The Assembly Hymn and Song Collection" which is now on the market. It is for use in assemblies of all kinds, and is published at Pittsburg, Kan.
J. A. MAIS will spend a week in Detroit, and other cities, buying stock for the manufacture of the ROCHESTER MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR. . . .
Word was received here today by Mrs. James ARTHUR that her step-father, John VANDEMARK, of Sevastopol, had died Sunday at 12:30 o'clock, after a long illness from tuberculosis. He leaves Mrs. ARTHUR, two sons and two daughters, and was well known here. Mrs. Arthur, Mrs. L. L. LICHTENWALTER, who is also a relative, and Mrs. Scott RANNELLS went to Sevastopol today and will remain for the funeral.

Tuesday, April 1, 1913

Rochester is Given Credit
[ROCHESTER highly praised by Peru Journal for assistance during flood]
Captain Henry BAILEY was at Rochester during their relief work, and tells us that the alacrity with which Rochester raised funds, confiscated boats and loaded freight cars was wonderful.
The list of dead corresponds exactly with that published in Monday night's Sentinel. The bodies of Delight SHIELDS, Peter KELLOGG and (----) FRIEND have not been recovered and the OYLER boys, whose sister is now at the home of James COPLEN, are still missing.

Carnegie Medals for Knight Boys
CARNEGIE MEDALS for "Tid" [KNIGHT] and Charles KNIGHT, of this city, are recommended by the Peru Journal, which pays especial tribute to these two members of the rescuing crew, as well as to "Red" MAY, who lost his life. . . . .
Charles and Tid Knight, brothers, of Rochester, were two others of the great heroes of the flood. Born and raised on the shores of Lake Manitou, these two are past masters at the art of handling a boat. There was no current too swift for them to go with their boat and they saved many from perches and roofs. They arrived on the first relief train from Rochester, and did not cease their untiring efforts until assured that all were saved. To the reader their lifesaving efforts do not seem as great as they really were. The Knights sent their boats where no other less skilled boatsman dared. Wherever a cry for help went up and was heard by either of the Knight boys, it was there they would send their boat, no matter what the odds. And the gulding hand of thir Maker seemed to be ever protecting them, for no fatalities resulted where the Knight boys were. They bore their honors modestly and took orders from no one.
After normal conditions are restored in this city, a commission will be organized to get into communication with the Carnegie Hero Fund Committee and to secure some such national recognition of the heroic services of May and the two Knight brothers. If ever a man deserved a hero medal and money reward, it is this trio and although May does not live to enjoy the honors that will be heaped upon him, still he has a family who will be the beneficiaries of the commission. . . . .

Wants Divorce
Mrs. Mary STOFER, through her attorney, E. E. MURPHY, has filed suit in the Fulton circuit court for divorce from John STOFER, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment. She asked that she be granted a divorce, be given custody of the children, of which there are two, and be given $3 a week for their support.

Social Events
Raymond MIKESELL, of Culver, and Miss Ruby EMRICK, daughter of John W. EMRICK, of Rochester, were united in marriage by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL Monday afternoon.

Short News
Joseph SCHAFF, who will be 90 years old soon, is failing in health. He is staying with his son, John [SCHAFF], north of Rochester.
Mrs. Jennie STANTON went to Valparaiso, today, to attend the golden wedding of her sister, Mrs. Henry STONER, Wednesday.
The A. E. PENDLETON funeral will be held from the Presbyterian church at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday with services by Rev. S. A. STEWART. The funeral will be in charge of the Masons. Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.
H. J. THOMPSON received word, today, of the death of his older brother, William [THOMPSON], at Churches Ferry, N.D. Deceased is also a brother to Mrs. J. C. LORING. Before going to North Dakota, Mr. Thompson lived in Etna Green, where he was well known.

Wednesday, April 2, 1913

Another County Pioneer is Gone
Daniel HIVELY aged 76, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. I. GILBAUGH, W. 3rd. St., after suffering for some time with gangrene, which had attacked one of his feet. He was another of the county's pioneers to be summoned recently and was well known in this city. He was proficient in tree trimming and cared for many orchards in the community.
He came to this city about 16 years ago, following the sale of the farm west of the city on which he and his wife had lived for a number of years. Soon after removing here, Mrs. HIVELY died, and since that time, he has made his home most of the time with his children.
He was born April 22, 1827, in Ohio and moved to this county when a young man, living the first fourteen years in Akron. During this time he married Ariah ACKERMAN, to which union five children were born, Mrs. Israel GILBAUGH, of Rochester, Mrs. Jno. WALLEY, of Culver, Chas. HIVELY, of Thompsonville, Mich., and two sons, William [HIVELY] and Francis [HIVELY], whose whereabouts are not known.
The funeral will be held Thursday at one o'clock, with services at the Gilbaugh home by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL.

Family Did Not Call Physician
Leiters Ford, Ind., April 2. -- Mrs. Sarah BIDDINGER died here Tuesday evening it is said without medical attendance. The family, it is rumored, belong to a certain religious order which does not believe in medical practice.
A post mortem examination conducted by Dr. Milo KING, of Rochester, revealed the fact that the woman had been a victim of pneumonia. She was past 60 years of age and was the mother of several children.
According to reports Mrs. Biddinger did not belong to the same order as the family and did not believe in the principles that they practice. Nevertheless, it is rumored she was refused medical attendance and during the past two months when the woman was ill, the family constantly prayed for her. She died Tuesday night at their home in this town as the result of her illness.

When death occurred Jonas BIDDINGER, the husband, notified the coroner, Dr. LOUGH, who after an examination said that he was unable to arrive at the cause of the death. He notified Dr. King of Rochester, who performed a post mortem examination, assisted by Doctors OVERMYER and SLONAKER.
Mrs. Biddinger's death created considerable comment in this town and the people are very indignant over the fact that she died without the care of a physician. It is understood no action will be taken.
A Grand Old Man
[Lengthy poem in tribute to A. E. PENDLETON, by J. E. T.]

Whippoorwill
Our little burg called BERTHASVILLE, contributed quite liberally to the Peru relief, in the way of eatables. Marion MOW delivered five wagon loads in one day. It is not to be understood that this all came from Berthasville.

Will Start Canning Factory
Mt. Zion, Indiana. April 2. -- The ALSPACH property, near Mt. Zion, was bought by Geo. AUGHINBAUGH, of Rochester, where he will start a CANNING FACTORY. The property will also be farmed by his brother, Clayton AUGHINBAUGH, who will move on the farm soon.

Thursday, April 3, 1913

Tiosa
Earl WYNN and wife are parents of a nine pound boy, born Monday morning.

Advertised Letters
James CURTIS, Lou HALL, Lewis HAROLD, Mrs. E. HECTOR, W. L. MACH, Joe F. TAYLOR, Mrs. Sarah E. WEST. -- William WRIGHT.

Delong
The stork has brought a girl baby to the home of Mr. & Mrs. John McKEE and a boy to Mr. & Mrs. Leslie STUBBS at Monterey.
Mrs. Wm. VANKIRK and children departed Monday for their new home in LaPorte.

Social Events
Announcement has been made of the marriage of David ABRAHAMS, of Chicago, formerly of this city.
L. E. MOON, son of Mrs. Charles SPARKS, and Miss Gertrude F. BRANSFORD, daughter of Abraham BRANSFORD, of Kewanna, were united in marriage at the Methodist parsonage at high noon, today, by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. Both are well liked young people of Kewanna, the groom holding a railroad position. They will make their home in Kewanna.
A pretty home wedding took place at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Sam ARTER at two o'clock this afternoon, when Irving HARTMAN and Miss Flossie V. PERSONETT, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Richard PERSONETT, were married by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. . . . Mr. & Mrs. Hartman will live on a farm near Athens.

Friday, April 4, 1913

Popular Woman Called by Death
Mrs. Otto HITZEMAN is dead at her home in Ft. Wayne. Mrs. Hitzeman (nee Nettie WARD) died Thursday afternoon at four o'clock. Her mother has been with her for several weeks and her father Willis WARD and brother, William [WARD], were notified Thursday to come at once. They arrived a few minutes before she passed away.
The body was brought to Rochester this afternoon where the funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock p.m.
Mrs. Hitzeman's death was a shock to the entire community. In the full bloom of life and happiness, as she was but 26 years old and married 3 years ago, her death was very untimely. Mrs. Hitzeman was one of the most popular girls of Rochester. A leader in all social affairs, she made friends with everyone by her jolly ways and sweet disposition.
Mrs. Hitzeman was a graduate of the Rochester college where she spent several years taking a course in music and commercial work. About 3 years ago she was married to Otto HITZEMAN, a prominent young business man of Ft. Wayne. Their married life has been very happy and the death of his wife has completely prostrated Mr. Hitzeman.
Death was caused by improper circulation of the blood. About 10 days ago Mrs. Hitzeman gave birth to a child, who lived for several hours. The mental shock connected with the death of the child hastened the death of the mother.

Will Commence to Build Cars
Arrangements to begin the construction of two ROCHESTER-MAIS COMMERCIAL CARS were practically completed at a meeting of the directors this morning, when J. A. MAIS, who has been on a trip to Detroit, Chicago and other cities, made a report to the board. The shop, for the present, will be located in the ROCHESTER GARAGE AND MACHINE SHOP, with offices above.
That his brother, A. F. MAIS, who designed the first Mais truck, had two draughtsmen at work on designs for the car to be made here was only a part of the good news brought by Mr. Mais. A F. Mais is with the Studebaker corporation and will be able to put the results of his experimenting in the car. He said that the demand for the light truck was heavy.
Mr. Mais told of his visit to the Northway motor factory at Detroit, where he ordered two 25 H.P. engines, of his arrangements for McCord radiators and other necessary parts. Two axles have been shipped from the Torbensen factory at Newark, N.J. The internal gear driven feature of this axle is to be one of the strong points of the car.
The cars to be built will be exactly alike, it having been decided to construct the larger machine later. Work will probably commence at the first of the week. Mr. Mais will move here at once and assume charge of the work. Few men will be employed at first.
It was decided to collect 50 per cent of the stock subscription, as the company desires to do all business on a cash basis. The machinery on hand in the Rochester Garage was the big inducement to locate the shop there.

Thomas Mercer is Called Home
After an illness lasting but a few days, Thomas H. MERCER, 82, passed away Thursday evening at his home, 426 N. Fulton Ave. He was taken ill with a nervous chill, following a day spent in his garden, Monday and slowly sank to his end. His only daughter, Mrs. Ella BRACKETT, was at his side when he died.

Mr. Mercer was one of the county pioneers, having lived here nearly 60 years. He was very well known in the city and the country. His death marks the passing of another of the older generation, among whom the toll of the reaper has been heavy this winter.
Thomas H. Mercer was born in Greene county, Ohio, June 2, 1820, was 82 years, 10 months and one day old when he died, and was the last of a family of ten children. He came to Fulton county in 1854. On Nov. 20, 1856, he was married to Mary QUIVEY, who died Jan. 10, 1911. To this union were born eight children, two of whom survive, Mrs. Ella BRACKETT, of Hedgewisch, Ill, and Edwin C. MERCER, of this city.
The funeral services will be held at the M.E. church, Sunday, April 6, at 2 o'clock p.m. Friends can view the body at the late residence on Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 to 1 p.m. Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Social Events
A number of friends among whom were Brandt McKEE and Ernest STEFFY of Rochester, surprised Orville MOORE at his school in Sugar Grove with a shower, in honor of his coming marriage to Miss Fannie ROBBINS. . .

Short News
Dr. and Mrs. C. B. PENDLETON returned to their home in Markleville, this morning, having been here to attend the funeral of A. E. PENDLETON.

Saturday, April 5, 1913

James Stinson Called By Death
James STINSON died this afternoon at one o'clock at his home in East Rochester, after an illness extending over six months. His wife, son and daughter were at his bed side when he passed away.
Mr. Stinson was in very feeble health for the last year and his demise has been expected for some time. He was a victim of Bright's disease.
Mr. Stinson was a well known figure in automobile circles in this city and his reputation as a mechanic extended over the entire state. He held in the past ten years a number of important positions with large manufacturing concerns and some years ago he was offered the position as foreign representative in Australia for the International Harvester people. His advice will be missed in local garages where he was a well known figure.
Deceased leaves a wife, one son, Frank STINSON, and a daughter, Mrs. May MILLISER. He was a member of the I.O.O.F., K. of P. and Red Men lodges. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at one o'clock.

Hitzeman Funeral
The funeral of Mrs. Otto HITZEMAN will take place at three o'clock Sunday, with services at the home of her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Willis WARD, on south Main street, by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL, assisted by Rev. S. A. STEWART. Interment at I.O.O.F. cemetery.
Among those who will attend the funeral are Mrs. Frank DeBOLT and daughter, Maude [DeBOLT], Frank WARD and family and John CUNNINGHAM and family, of Peru; Mrs. Jennie NAGLE and family, of Indianapolis; Chas. WARD and family, Jerry OVERLY and family, of Chili; Emma NAGLE and family, of North Manchester.

Social Events
The county clerk today issued marriage licenses to Arthur KUHN and Miss Lucretia NYE and to Orville L. MOORE and Miss Fannie M. ROBBINS. Both couples are from Akron and are highly respected people of their neighborhoods. Mr. Kuhn is the son of Henry KUHN. Miss Nye is the daughter of Gilbert NYE. Orville Moore is the son of Eldridge MOORE and Miss Robbins is the daughter of John A. ROBBINS.
At the home of Mr. & Mrs. Otto CARLSON, Friday evening, a double shower was given in honor of Misses Zella ESSICK and Pansy HARDIN. . . . Miss Essick will be married to Ellsworth WAGONER and Miss Hardin is engaged to Harry CARMAN, of Kewanna.
A marriage license was issued today to Estil BRYANT, son of Philip BRYANT, of Talma, and Miss Mary A. NELLANS, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Risden NELLANS, also of Talma, where the couple will make their home. They were married at the bride's home, by Rev. Alvin THOMAS.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Jacob FOGEL returned from Laketon, where they attended the funeral of the latter's niece.
Mrs. Robert SMITH, of Peru, wishes to thank Floyd MATTICE for the safe rescuing of herself and young son. The water was very swift in front of her house, but Mr. Mattice in a canoe managed to get them to safety.

Monday, April 7, 1913

Marion Gelbaugh Dead
Marion Frencis GELBAUGH, three months old child of Mr. & Mrs. Leslie GELBAUGH, 1019 Franklin Ave., died this morning at 6:15 o'clock, after a brief illness. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock at the residence, with Rev. C. A. WRIGHT of the Evangelical church in charge. Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Short News
Frank MEYERS is building an AUTO TRUCK at ROSS BROS. GARAGE.
Mrs. Perry MOON, of Logansport, attended the funeral of James STINSON today.
Mr. & Mrs. J. A. MAIS are moving into the WILSON property, west of the library.
Mr. & Mrs. Fred IZAARD, of Bisbee, Arizona, are here after a three years' absence, and will spend the summer here.
Mrs. Rose KILLEN and daughter, Louise [KILLEN], have gone to live with her daughter, Mrs. Chas. BOOTS, at Muncie. They closed their home.
Allen A. BASSETT, who has leased the HEILBRUN room to operate a PICTURE SHOW, arrived here from New Mexico today, and work on remodeling the room will be started this week.

Tuesday, April 8, 1913

Young Woman is Summoned Home
Mrs. Clyde EASTERDAY, 22, who lived near Mt. Olive, died at Woodlawn hospital Monday night, following an operation for appendicitis, which was performed in the morning. Surgical shock is thought the cause.

Mrs. Easterday was not seriously ill when brought to the hospital and some hope of saving her life was entertained. She was sick at her home a while and had been in Woodlawn for a short time when death came.
Fannie Augusta FOX, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. FOX, of the North Mud Lake neighborhood, was born May 8, 1890 and was married to Clyde EASTERDAY, Dec. 14, 1907. Early in life she united with the Pleasant Hill M.E. church and remained a faithful Christian until the end.
Besides her parents and husband, she leaves to mourn her loss, two sisters, Mrs. Ella RATHBONE, of Lima, O., and Esther [FOX], who lives at home, and one brother, Charles FOX of Muncie.
The funeral will be held at the Evangelical church Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. P. A. BUEHLER in charge. Burial in I.O.O.F. cemetery.
Tiosa Merchant Dead
Tiosa, Ind., April 8. -- A. B. TOWN, aged about 55, died this morning, at 10:45 o'clock, after a long illness of consumption. He was very well known, being a store proprietor here for years. Besides his wife he leaves two sons, Charley [TOWN] and Clyde [TOWN, both of Rochester. The funeral will be held here in the Christian church, Thursday afternoon. Rev. McNEELEY will probably be in charge of the services.

Obituary - James P. Stinson
James Prescott STINSON, son of James K. and Jane STINSON, was born in Chillicothe, Ohio, Oct. 27, 1858.
He was united in marriage to Christena PENCE, Dec. 11, 1877. To this union were born five children, of whom two survive: Frank STINSON, of Rochester, and Mrs. May MILLISER, Newark, Ohio.
He lived on their farm in the Mt. Olive neighborhood for a number of years. He united with the Mt. Olive M.E. church and when he moved to Rochester in 1893, moved his membership to Rochester M.E. church.
The funeral services took place Monday at two o'clock. The K. of P. lodge attending in a body. Rev. J. D. KRUWEL of the Methodist church had charge of the services. Interment was made in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Social Events
Mrs. Therman SMITH entertained the "Ben Hur' and "Queen Esther" classes of the Mount Hope Sunday School, Sunday, April 6th, in honor of her daughter, Lena [SMITH's], nineteenth birthday.

Short News
O. P. DARST has gone to Indianapolis to live. He has been living here about a years.
Fred PARAMORE received word this morning of the death of his aunt, Mrs. E. F. PARAMORE, of Oconto, Wisconsin. She was past sixty years of age.

Wednesday, April 9, 1913

Erie Will Build Up To Date Depot
Rochester will soon have a new and enlarged ERIE DEPOT, which will be up to date and a credit to any town of the kind in this part of the state. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Will Move to Rochester
Rochester is to have another family added to its citizenship. Mr. & Mrs. Glen COLE, of Plymouth, are preparing to locate here. Mr. Cole has been here as foreman of the Sentinel since the first of the year. . . . .

Argos Man Dies in Hospital Here
W. F. BRANDON, a well known resident of Argos, died at Woodlawn hospital, Tuesday night, of cancer. He was operated on Tuesday evening.
He was the son of John and Nancy BRANDON and was born in Sheldon, Ill., Sept. 19, 1866. On April 7, 1892, he married Fannie DUNCAN, to which union three children were born, Fern [BRANDON], 10 years old, Clinton [BRANDON], aged 6 and Nellie [BRANDON], aged 2. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. C. JAGGERS, his wife, and the three children.
The body will be sent to Sheldon, this afternoon, where the funeral will be, Sunday.

Short News
The funeral of Mrs. Clyde EASTERDAY will be Thursday at 11:00 o'clock instead of 10:30.

Dies During Flood
Word was received here today of the death of Mrs. [Edna] SCHWIER, who died during the flood in Logansport. Mrs. Schwier was formerly Miss Edna HERRING and lived in this city for several years. According to the letter received, Mrs. Schwier was very ill and the raising water compelled her husband to take her in a boat to the hospital, where she died the day following.

Thursday, April 10, 1913

Would Install New Arc Lights
ROCHESTER will be the first city in Indiana to install ornamental ARC STREET LIGHTS, if the plans now under way are brought to a successful termination.
The cluster light in front of the Sentinel office has aroused much favorable comment and as a result, Manager C. DAVIS, of the R.E.LH & P. Co., brought to the city today, J. H. ALLEN, of Chicago, who is an arc lamp specialist. . . . .
According to the plan, 10 lights will be placed in each square, five on a side, from Fifth to Eighth streets and five on the north, west and south sides of the court house, the county to take care of the lighting around the county building.

Short News
The two-days old child of Mr. & Mrs. Guy McMILLAN, of south of Green Oak, died last night.

Friday, April 11, 1913

Obituary
Alfred B. TOWN, son of Elizah and Nancy TOWN, was born in Fulton county, Ind., February 24, 1860, and died at his home in Tiosa, Ind., April 8, 1913, aged 52 years, 1 month and 17 days, caused by complication of diseases. He was united in marriage to Emma RUSH, August 10, 1879. To this union was born four children, Charles [TOWN] and Clyde [TOWN], of Rochester, Ind.; Frank [TOWN] and Earl [TOWN], who preceded him to the sprit world. He united with the M.P. church at Walnut, Ind., a number of years ago and retained his membership there until death. Three months ago he had to take to his bed from which he never arose. He was patient and cheerful to the last. While we mourn his departure, still we feel that our loss was his gain, as his suffering is over and rest has come. He leaves a loving wife, two sons, one sister and two half-brothers to mourn his sad departure.
Funeral services were conducted at the Christian church, at Tiosa, Ind., Thursday, April 10, at one o'clock. Burial was made at Sand Hill cemetery. Rev. McNEELY had charge.

To Be Buried Here
The body of Elda CHINN, who died in Georgetown, South Carolina, last January, will be brought here for burial shortly. Mr. Chinn is a half-brother of Mrs. E. A. HUGHSTON and a brother of William CHINN, who is here now to arrange for the burial. Mrs. CHINN and son, Claude [CHINN], will meet them here next week.

Germany
Mr. & Mrs. YARLOTT expect to leave about the 15th for their new home in Portland, Oregon.

Kewanna
Mrs. Richard HOGAN, of Bloomington, came to attend the funeral of her mother, Mrs. ROGERS, Wednesday afternoon.

Mr. Olive
Mr. & Mrs. John LOWE received news of the death of their brother-in-law, James STINSON, Saturday afternoon.

Saturday, April 12, 1913

North and South Trolley Up Again
Rochester's chances for the north and south INTERURBAN LINE were given an unexpected boost last Friday by the visit to the city of two officials of the LaPorte, Logansport and Southern Railway Co., and the giving out of information that one of the proposed routes under consideration, includes this city. This line, which should not be confused with the South Bend-Logansport project, was to be built west of here, according to the original plans. . . . . . . .

Delong
The Vandalia section men of Culver assisted the section men in the work of trying to locate the body of Sherman HARTS, Sunday.

Mrs. J. W. Fenimore is Dead
Mrs. J[ohn] W. [Matilda] FENIMORE died at Lucerne, this morning, and will be buried at Fulton, Sunday, at 12:00 o'clock.
Mrs. Fenimore was a former resident of Fulton, and well known and well liked for the ready sympathy and help she gave friends and neighbors. Mr. Fenimore was for several years a mail carrier, carrying mail between Rochester and Fulton, and Mrs. Fenimore on several occasions carried the mail for him.
Five children and her husband are living. The children are: Mrs. Frank GRANT, of Oklahoma, Mrs. Theodore PEACH, of Lucerne, Mary [FENIMORE - - - - -], whose last name could not be learned, of Ft. Wayne and two boys, Harry [FENIMORE] and Chas. [FENIMORE], both living near Fulton. Mr. & Mrs. T. D. BRUBAKER went to Fulton, today, to attend the funeral.

Monday, April 14, 1913

Macy to Have New Church
Macy, Ind., April 14. -- Ground is being broken by members of the MACY CHRISTIAN CHURCH, for their new and commodious church which will be located across the street from CLOUD & SON'S store. The building will be built of brick, will be modern in all its appointments, and it is thought will be constructed for $10,000 The first floor will contain a large auditorium and a Sunday school room with five rooms opening off of this one to be used for Sunday school classes. A large basement under the entire church will also prove to be a very nice and handy affair.
The Christian people have long needed a new church building and the congregation has been working hard for it. The money has all been promised for the new building. The work on the structure will now be pushed along as rapidly as possible.

Henry Barnum Passes Away
Henry BARNUM died at Longcliff, Logansport, Sunday. He was a well known man in this vicinity, having served several years as deputy postmaster.
He was born in Kalamazoo, Mich., Sept. 24, 1850, and came here with his parents when about two years old. In 1892 he married Charlotte E. MITCHELL, by which union two children were born, Chloe [BARNUM] and Walter [BARNUM], both of whom are living. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Adelaide LONG. Last fall he was adjudged of unsound mind and on Oct. 3, he was placed in Longcliff, where he has remained until his death.
The body was brought her for burial. The funeral arrangements are not known.

Social Events
A marriage license was issued by Clerk BABCOCK, Saturday, to Frederick B. BACON, son of Mr. & Mrs. Marion BACON, of Macy, and Miss Blanche M. SMITH, daughter of Mr & Mrs. Thermon SMITH

Short News
The office of the ROCHESTER MAISE COMMERCIAL CAR CO., has been established above the ROCHESTER MACHINE COMPANY.

Tuesday, April 15, 1913

Will Deliver Mail by Auto
Germany, Indiana, April 15. -- MAIL CARRIER Levi DULMATCH expects to have his new automobile soon and can deliver and take up the mail in half the time now used. Patrons are glad Mr. Dulmatch made the purchase as it will be a great protection in inclement weather.

Makes Big Bids
Stephen PARCEL, local contractor, who is just finishing the new JOINT $60,000 HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING here has decided to enter the business on a big scale, and has given up his architectural work. He now has bids in on high school buildings at New Ross and Mace, Indiana, both in the same township in Montgomery county and each to cost $20,000. He has submitted specifications and estimates on the Plymouth library to be let April 22 and to cost $15,000, and on the Milroy, Ind., high school to be let April 16th and to cost $45,000.

Have Sold Six Machines
There is a large number of MOTORCYCLES in Fulton county, according to BAILEY & ELLIOTT, who have just started a very successful season. They are not the only men in the county who handle motorcycles, but have already sold six machines this year. They are the exclusive agents for the Indian machines.
Local men who own motorcycles are thinking of organizing a club. . . . . .

William Holden Dead
Harry M. HOLDEN of the HOLDEN PLAYERS at the Colonial theater, says today's Indianapolis Star, has returned from Middletown, O., where he attended the funeral of his father, Wm. HOLDEN. Mr. Holden who was 79 years old, lived in the flooded district of the town, and his death caused by brights disease, probably was hastened by the exposure due to his removal from his home when it was feared the house would be carried away by the water.
Mr. Holden was also the father of Chas. HOLDEN, now in Peru, who makes his summer home on the east side of the lake, and who, like his brother, is well known here.

Funeral Notes
Wm. CHINN arrived from Atlanta, Georgia, today, to receive the body of his brother which has lain in a receiving vault in Columbus, Ohio, since his death several months ago. The body will be accompanied here by his mother, Mrs. Hattie CHINN, of Columbus.
The Henry BARNUM funeral will be Wednesday morning at ten o'clock, with services by Rev. G. C. CHANDLER. The body will be interred in the Citizens cemetery.
Henry DURKES received word today of the death of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Elizabeth DURKES, who died at the home of her daughter, in Amboy, Ind., Monday. Mrs. Durkes was past 65 years of age and was well known in this city.

City Loses Big R.R. Tie Factory
"For every dollar they took from me, I will take ten thousand dollars from Rochester in the way of wages," was the statement made by Charles VANDERWATER, Erie section man, this morning. Vanderwater was arrested for intoxication, Saturday night, and though denying his guilt, declares he paid his fine like a gentleman in order not to raise trouble.
He says that he is the inventor of a new concrete or cement railroad tie, which in time will be adopted by all railroads because of its efficiency and durability, and that he has made samples of the tie which were favorably commented upon by a number of railroad companies. He said he had been asked if he would take $80,000 for the patent, but refused as he thinks it is worth more. Two companies, among which are the Erie and Wabash and have asked to use the tie, [sic] but the contract has not been signed because of a disagreement as to the location of the factory.

Mr. Vanderwater wished very much to locate the factory in Rochester, because of the excellent quality of the gravel here, and was holding out for that reason. He said this morning that after that treatment he received in Rochester, he would rather lose his patent than see Rochester benefit by it.
The tie he claims to have invented is in three pieces, consisting of the tie proper and the parts used in holding the track to it. According to his statement, he has tested the tie for three months on his section at Akron.

Stork Special
Mr. & Mrs. Ernest ZARTMAN announce the birth of a baby girl.
Mr. & Mrs. Geo. CANTON are the parents of a daughter, born this week.

Social Events
Mrs. Nancy SALES entertained Saturday evening at her home in Leiters Ford in honor of William YELTON and family who left Monday for thir new home in Portland, Oregon. . . . . William YELTON and family have been residents of Leiters for a number of years where he had charge of the local TELEPHONE EXCHANGE. . . . .

Twenty Years Ago
The marriage licenses were issued this week to Mark BEATTIE and Eva WARE; Alonzo SINGER and Ida RAMER; Frank OVERMYER and Matilda McKEE; Emanuel LOWMAN and Cynthia LOWMAN; Levi BRADY and Mettie WARE.

Wednesday, April 16, 1913

Spouse Refuses to Come Home
A surprise in local circles was sprung today when Jacob CRIM, a well known former Rochester business man filed suit for divorce from his wife, Emma CRIM, who is now in California. He claims that she has deserted him.
The complaint was not a lengthy one and it is presumed that the defendant is aware of her husband's intentions. Mr. Crim claims that his wife, who went to San Diego, California, October 20, 1910, refuses to come back to Rochester and it is said that she has not extended any pressing invitations for him to come to California. He claims that he has asked her many times to return and has offered to send her the necessary money.
They were married October 20, 1880. They have several children, all of whom are in California. It will be remembered that Harvey WAYMIRE, a son-in-law of Jacob Crim, filed suit for divorce some time ago, but was refused a decree because he had not lived in the state two years.
Mr. Crim formerly conducted the candy kitchen now owned by E. E. BORDEN.

Grass Creek
Mr. & Mrs. Ed. WALSH went to Logansport Friday to attend the funeral of her grandmother.

Additional Locals
Mrs. William WAGONER, who is now at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William McMAHAN, who gave birth to a girl baby this morning, notified the Sentinel by telephone that a vote was not lost to the Democratic party as the new arrival would be a suffragate.

Macy
Dr. & Mrs. S. A. MULLICAN, of Indianola, Iowa, who formerly lived here, were visited by the stork last week, who left them their fourth girl baby, whom they have named Rosemary [MULLICAN]. [Note: Rosemary Mullican became a motion picture star, known as Rosemary LANE. Two of her sisters also were stars, known as Lola LANE and Priscilla LANE]

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Cyrus VanDIEN, formerly of Aurora, Ill., are making their home with the former's father, Richard VanDIEN. Mr. VanDien will operate a truck farm this summer.

Thursday, April 17, 1913

Fairview Hotel is Leased
The Fairview hotel, on the east side of lake Manitou, has been leased for the coming season to H[arry] E. PAGE, of Champaign, Ill. Mr. Page comes well recommended, having been in the hotel business for over ten years and he has already made plans for the running of the hotel in an up to date manner.
Owing to the destruction worked by the wind storm several weeks ago, the place will have to be repaired, parts of it needing complete rebuilding. It will be remodeled to be more beautiful and convenient than before. Mr. Page, among his other improvements and additions, will add a pool and billiard room to the building, giving a clean form of amusement. As before, he will run the launch free to all the guests, as well as the row boats.
Mr. Page says that he will cater especially to city people, and because of the dull season all over the country last year, this season is expected to be a busy one. The new proprietor will make extra effort on the meals, which will be the best ever served on the lake. The hotel and grounds are the property of Ike WILE.

Social Events
At the home of Mr. & Mrs. S. Webster STINSON, in the presence of the immediate families, at six o'clock Wednesday evening was solemnized the marriage of their daughter, Miss Lucia [STINSON], to Charles FOOR, well known young farmer living near Athens. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. Mr. & Mrs. Foor will reside on a farm near Athens.

Friday, April 18, 1913

Social Events
Harold THRUSH and Miss Goldie BRUBAKER, well known Rochester young people, will be married Saturday.

Saturday, April 19, 1913

John Reno Funeral
The funeral of John RENO, who died Thursday afternoon at Kewanna, after suffering for many weeks with decay of blood, will be held at the Christian church there Sunday afternoon, Rev. J. E. KNOTTS officiating.

Buy Overlands
John McCLUNG and Arthur McCLUNG are the two most recent purchasers of Overland touring cars. Charles ROBBINS, of RITCHEY and ROBBINS, local agents, will leave Sunday for the Toledo factory, whence he will bring three cars home.

Graham Earle Alive
Graham EARLE, who used to summer at Lake Manitou, is a member of the organization supporting Adelaide Thurston in "The Love Affair," which recently played in northern Indiana. In the eighties and early nineties he filled frequently engagements in many nearby towns for several years being a county fair attraction.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. L. A. BERKHEISER, a seven pound boy.

Social Events
Russell NEHER, son of Mr. & Mrs. John NEHER, and Miss Esta Mae SNYDER, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph SNYDER, both of this city, were married at 1:30 this afternoon in the Evangelical parsonage, by Rev. C. A. WRIGHT. Mr. & Mrs. Neher left soon after for Chicago, where they will make their home.
Monday, April 21, 1913

"Movies" of Peru's Big Flood
MOTION PICTURES of the Peru flood are to be shown tonight at the STAR theater, and because of the number of people who saw the real flood, it is thought that there will be a large number see the "movies" tonight.
Prominent among the people shown in the pictures, are "Tid" [KNIGHT] and Charles KNIGHT, two of the heroes of the rescue crew. Charles HOLDEN, also well known here, is seen along with a number of Peru men, who will be recognized by many. . . . . . . . .

Joseph Schaaf Called by Death
Joseph SCHAAF, one of the oldest residents in Fulton county, died Saturday night, age 90 years. Mr. Schaaf has been feeble for some time and his death was due to complications of old age.
Deceased was well known in this county, as he was considered the best CARPET WEAVER in this section of the state. At his home on the Michigan road, one-half mile north of Rochester, he, until a few years ago, operated a weaving shop and work was brought to him from all over the county. Mr. Schaaf learned his trade in Germany, where he was adept in the weaving of linens and other cloths.
Mr. Schaaf came to this country when he was 35 years of age and located in Peru, and where he remained for several years. He then moved to Rochester. He was born in Germany, April 2, 1823. In 1855 he came to America, where he was married to Miss Mary NEWHOUSE. His wife died about 33 years ago. Eight children were born to them, seven of whom are living. They are: Mrs. H. C. COPLEN, of Charleston, Ill.; Charles SCHAAF, of Lima, Ohio, Mrs. Ben FLORY, of Lima, Ohio; Mark SCHAAF, new state forester of Michigan; Mrs. Ben LOWE, of Brooks, lInd.; George SCHAAF and John SCHAAF, of Rochester.
Mr. Schaaf has one brother living, in Missouri, and word was received from there recently that he was very ill and not expecvted to live many days. He is three years younger than the deceased. Mr. Schaaf was one of ten children, all but three having died in infancy.
The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon. All persons who desire to view the remains may do so at any time.

Autos at Funeral
The funeral of Mrs. Wm. ROSS of Tippecanoe, was held this afternoon at 2:30, with services at the Christian church by Rev. McNEALY, of Tiosa. Ten or twelve auto loads of people from Tippecanoe attended the funeral, the procession being unique in that respect.

Social Events
Miss Goldie BRUBAKER and Harold THRUSH were married Saturday evening at their home at 1331 Franklin Ave., Rev. G. C. CHANDLER, of the Baptist church officiating. Miss Brubaker is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel BRUBAKER and is an estimable young lady. Mr. Thrush is an industrious young man and well known in this city. He is employed as cutter in one of the local meat markets.

Short News
Rev. SPOHN received word this morning of the death of his niece, Irene KUNTZ, who died Sunday at Freeport, Ill. She was six years old and the daughter of Michael KUNTZ.

Tuesday, April 22, 1913

Mrs. James A. Wood is Dead
Mrs. James A. WOOD died at her home, near Germany Station, Monday night at eleven o'clock. Mrs.Wood has been ill for some time as the result of tubercular trouble and death came as a relief to her sufferings.
Deceased was 45 years, 8 months and one day old. The funeral will be held at the United Brethern church in Rochester, Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. Friends may view the body at the home from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Old Resident Dead
Thomas WHITTENBERGER, one of the oldest residents of the county, died at his home in Akron, Monday night, at the age of 94. He is survived by two daughters, Misses Mabel [WHITTENBERGER] and Lottie [WHITTENBERGER], of Akron, and a son in the west.

Twenty Years Ago
Grandfather DONALDSON died at the age of 93.
Frank OVERMYER and Myrtella McKEE were married this week.
Abner RIMES sued for divorce on the grounds of abandonment.
Mrs. Luella EWER asks for divorce from Jay EWER, alleging cruel treatment.
John ZARTMAN is the new postmaster at Macy. O. C. COOK has received that office at Kewanna.
Mary WHALEY, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment, sues for divorce from her husband, LeRoy WHALEY.
The marriage licenses of the past week are Benjamin F. SWEET and Mary A. SQUIRES; Alfred PRESTON and Lizzie ACKLEY.
The jail plans have been adopted by the commissioners and the contract has been let to KRUTSCH and LAYCOOK, of Logansport.
Uncle Solly WAGONER, aged 86, files suit for divorce from Anna WAGONER, stating that she, by her tricks, took all his money and made him a pauper.

Circuit Court News
Henry EMMONS has filed suit for divorce from his wife, Minnie BELT EMMONS, alleging that he had found his wife guilty of adultry. The two were married July 27 and lived together until Feb.22, 1913, when Emmons was caught stealing beer, and sentenced to prison, from which place he is out on parole.

Social Events
P. L. SHANKS, of Winamac, and Ellen J. MORRIS, were married at the office of Justice EWING, late Monday afternoon, by the Justice. They will make their home in Winamac.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Charles PIERSON and son, Walter [PIERSON], of South Bend, were here Monday, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Wm. ROSS.

Tiosa
Allie RALSTON is moving to Peru this week, having sold his farm here.

Wednesday, April 23, 1913

Family Disappears
Telling his friends he and his family were going to spend Sunday in the country, Chas. SHIRKEY and family left Rochester, recently, and have not been heard from since. It is thought they went to Harrisburg, Va., but why they should leave in such a manner is a mystery. Shirkey was employed as coal man by W. H. DENISTON.

Children Lose a Loyal Friend
Three small innocent children lost the loving care of a mother, when Mrs. Beatrice SROUFE died at the Woodlawn Hospital this morning of peritonitis. She was brought from her home near Macy, this morning at three o'clock where an operation was to be performed, but after an examination by the attending physicians, it was decided that death could not be avoided. Mrs. Sroufe passed away four hours after arriving at the hospital.
The death was a very pitiful one on account of the three small children, the oldest of whom is not yet nine. Their father, [Winfield] Scott SROUFE, is nearly prostrated. Mrs. Sroufe was the daughter of Doctor [J. S.] WILSON, of Macy. Her husband, Mr. Sroufe, is a well to do farmer, who lives near that town. The funeral will be held Sunday at the Christian church in Macy. The services were delayed in order to allow the parents of Mr. Sroufe, who are in Montana, to arrive for the funeral.

Social Events
Mrs. [Mary Elizabeth] RANS and Michael SNYDER, elderly and well respected people of Wayne township, were married this morning, by Rev. F. C. MOON, at his residence on south Main street. Mrs. Rans and Mr. Snyder have been married before. Mr. Snyder is a prosperous farmer of Wayne township.

Short News
B. HOUSTON returned to Sheldon, Ill., this morning, after attending the funeral of Mrs. Wm. ROSS.
The preparations for making the ROCHESTER-MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR are progressing nicely. A pattern maker from Indianapolis is busy and the first car will be finished by June first.

Thursday, April 24, 1913

Divorce Granted Fae Cooper
The divorce of Fae COOPER, of Kewanna, for divorce from Harry COOPER, was tried in the Fulton circuit court this afternoon, and the divorce was granted and the plaintiff's maiden name, Fae McPHERSON restored.
On the stand the plaintiff stated that they were married in Feb. 1909 and lived together until Oct., 1910, when she left her husband. . . . he being an acrobat in vaudeville, they had no income. . . . the law does not allow her to marry for two years.

Activity at Factory
Two car loads of material and parts ready for assembling into ladders have been unloaded into the FOLDING LADDER FACTORY. Also an addition has been built to the building, and the enameling oven set up ready for business. The oven will bake three dozen ladders at one time. It may be that the oven will not be only used for baking the ladders, but for enameling beds, motorcycles, bicycles, etc., as the directors have received numerous inquiries about the matter.

Stork Special
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur MYERS, of two miles west of Rochester, announce the birth of a son Wednesday night.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Fred JARRARD, of Henry township, a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Hugh MILLER, of Henry township, a girl.

Are Married in California
Macy, Ind., April 23. -- Oliver M. CAULK, who formerly lived here, but is now a resident of Alhambra, Cal., was united in marriage to Miss Evelyn TENNYSON, at the home of the bride's parents at that place, Tuesday evening, April 22nd. Mr. Caulk has held the position of city clerk of Alhambra for the past several years and Miss Tennyson has been stenographer and typewriter, in his office. . . .

Macy
Mr. & Mrs. Harry CAULK, of Alhambra, Cal., are the proud parents of a 7-1/2 pound baby girl, since Thursday, April 16th.

Social Events
The marriage of Arthur B. SHORE to Miss Reba Louise MOORE will take place at the Presbyterian parsonage at 8:30 tonight, the ceremony being performed by Rev. S. A. STEWART. The bride is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. F. F. MOORE and is well known about Rochester, having attended school here and graduated at the Rochester college. For three years she has been teaching school with success and has gained the favor of all her pupils. Mr. Shore, son of Mr. & Mrs. P. M. SHORE, has gained a wide acquaintance in his capacity as proprietor of the A. B. SHORE CLOTHING HOUSE. He is also a graduate of the Rochester college, as well as the Barnes University of St. Louis. He gained his first experience as advertising manager of the Rochester Echo, a school paper. Since then he has been in the insurance business and traveled for a clothing house. Mr. & Mrs. Shore will be at home to their friends at their residence on West Fifth street.

Short News
Mrs. Robert ORR, of Argos, was here today to attend the funeral of her aunt, Mrs. James A. WOOD.

Drowned Boy Found
The body of Sherman HARTZ, of Delong, who was drowned in the Tippecanoe several weeks ago while pushing debris away from the Vandalia bridge, was found in the stream back of the MAHLER farm this morning.

Friday, April 25, 1913

Hartz Funeral at Leiters
Delong, Ind., April 25. -- The funeral of Sherman HARTZ, who was drowned in the Tippecanoe river at the Vandalia bridge here, March 25, several days over four weeks ago, was held at Leiters Ford today.
The body, which was found a mile west of the bridge Thursday was in a fair state of preservation. Roy PETERS, who was fishing in the river, accidentally ran across the body. With the assistance of Virgil BRUGH and Fred SMETHERS, he removed the corpse from the water, placed it in a boat and took it to Delong.
Coroner B. F. LOUGH, of Leiters, was called and took the testimony of Amos KERSEY and Harvey WOLFE, the two men who saw Hartz tumble into the stream. A verdict of accidental drowning is expected.

New Theater Near Completion
Allen A. BASSETT, owner and manager of the new motion picture theater now being built in the block west of the court house, is in the city and has announced that he expects to give his first performance about a week from Saturday. The new picture play house will be modern and up to date in every respect.
Mr. Bassett, who is identified with several other shows in different parts of the state, hails from Kirklin, Ind., but has made his summer home at Lake Manitou for years, having a cottage at Wolf's point. He is as yet unentangled matrimonially and expects to make his permanent home here.
The new theater will give shows nightly, with a probable Saturday matinee, and will be a fice cent theater. . . .

Saturday, April 26, 1913

Wife Leaves Home
After preparing dinner and leaving it on the stove so her husband could have something warm to eat, Mrs. John MILLER left home, Tuesday, leaving a note saying she was going north. Mr. Miller inquired at the depot about his wife, but could not find which way she had gone. He can give no reason for his wife's act. He says they have always lived happily.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Arthur MEYER, a boy.

Monday, April 28, 1913

Married
Miss Edna Clara THOMPSON, a well known resident of this city, and Ora J. NEWHOUSE, of Argos, Ind., were married Saturday evening at the Methodist parsonage, Rev. KRUWEL officiating. Miss Thompson is well known by Rochester people and is a very popular young woman. The groom is a prosperous farmer, of near Argos, where the couple will reside upon a farm.

Bridge Company Making Changes
Rapid growth of business has made necessary more changes at the plant of the ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY, the latest move taking the form of a second story addition to the offices of the firm. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recent contracts of considerable size acquired by the company are: 200 tons of steel for an International Harvester building in Chicago, the structural steel for a stock judging pavilion at the University of Illinois, for the new high school at Bloomington, Ind., for woolen mills at LaPorte and for a baseball grandstand at Grand Rapids.
Additional Locals
Workmen have begun operations on the new J. F. DYSERT building to be erected north of STONER & BLACK hardware.

Social Events
Miss Aileen HOPE entertained a number of her friends at her home on Fulton Ave., Saturday afternoon, in honor of her 8th birthday anniversary. . . .

Tuesday, April 29, 1913

Franchise Given Through County
At a special meeting of the board of commissioners at two o'clock, the matter of granting a county franchise to the LAPORTE-LOGANSPORT AND SOUTHERN R.R. was considered and after due deliberation, the 50 year privilege was given as asked.
At the same time, the franchise to be asked of the city council for Rochester was being explained to a number of aldermen and the city attorney in the city hall. This matter will come up tonight. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sells Franchise
A franchise granted to O. A. DAVIS by the county commissioners, last June, giving him the right to build a power TRANSMISSION LINE from Rochester to Akron, has been sold to the ROCHESTER E. L. H. & P. CO. . . . .

Wednesday, April 30, 1913

City Franchise Granted to R.R.
The LAPORTE-LOGANSPORT AND SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY now has the right through Fulton county as the city council Tuesday evening granted a 25 year franchise to the promoters of the line. . . . . . . . .

Macy
Mr. & Mrs. L. C. SROUFE and daughter, Mrs. James SAVAGE, of Montana, who were called here by the death of Mrs. Scott SROUFE, arrived home Saturday morning. The funeral of Mrs. Sroufe was held in the Christian church Sunday morning, and preached by Rev. GERVIN, their pastor. Mrs. Sroufe possessed a lovely disposition, being cheerful, yet kind and all her acquaintances were her friends, for to know her was to love her. Those from a distance who attended the funeral were Mrs. E. M. SHAFFER, of Kokomo, Mrs. Blaine DICKMAN, of Defiance, Ohio; Mrs. Grace STINSON, of Athens; Mrs. Martha RONEY of Peru; Robert RONEY and wife, David RHODES, Mrs. W. W. WOODRING and Miss Alta FOOR, of Peru.
Mrs. Charles MULLICAN received a package by parcel post, Monday, containing a piece of wedding cake sent to her by her brother and wife, Mr. & Mrs. Oliver CAULK, of Alhambra, Cal. The cake was in fine condition and very delicious.

Advertised Letters
Mr. & Mrs. Charles REED, Eeal RETHERFORD. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Thursday, May 1, 1913

Scheer Fails With Providence
Allen SCHEER, the Kewanna ball player, who got so bad a start with Washington last year because of a long siege of tonsilitis, and this year because of a sprained ankle sustained the first day of the training season, has failed to make good with the Providence team of the International league and will be sent back to the Youngstown, O., club from which Washington obtained him. Scheer is well known locally. . . . . . . . .

Patterns Near Completion
Philip W. KENDALL, pattern maker for the ROCHESTER-MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR CO., expects to finish making the patterns this evening. Mr. Mais said this morning that if he had two cars finished, he could have sold them Wednesday, as a Fulton man seemed willing to buy one, and a friend of his another.

Will Build Line to Argos
After weeks of negotiation, a contract was signed Wednesday afternoon between the Argos Town Council and the ROCHESTER ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT AND POWER COMPANY whereby the local company will build a transmission line to Argos and furnish that town with electricity for lighting and power.

. . . . The lines will be erected upon 30 foot poles through the country and through the city 40 foot poles will be used. Single drop transformers will be employed along the line in order that the farmers may use the juice for light or power.

Has W. H. Taylor Fled His Home?
What is a present mystery to his family and friends is the whereabouts of W. H. TAYLOR, the well known real estate agent, who left Rochester Monday for parts unknown. He told members of his family that he was going away to look after a trade but from remarks that he has made in the past they are of the opinion that he intends to remain.
Mr. Taylor has been in the real estate business in Rochester for many years and is well known to Fulton county citizens. For two terms he was town councilman and in his official capacity gave excellent satisfaction. It is much to be regretted if Mr. Taylor has left the city indeninitely and if he has encountered financial difficulties, it is hoped that he will be able to meet them and come back.

Mrs. Seth Warren is Called
Mrs. Seth WARREN, a well known Fulton county woman, died at her home in Athens, Wednesday, after being ill some time with cancer of the stomach and bowels.
Marie RHODES, daughter of Jefferson RHODES, was born a few miles north of Athens, Oct. 25, 1846. On Feb. 10, 1866, she was married to Seth WARREN, to which union five children were born, four surviving. They are Jno. WARREN, of Mississippi, Mrs. Wm. BRIDEGROOM, of near Argos, Mrs. Rose SWARTZLANDER, of near Athens and Mrs. Martha COWELL, of Athens.
The funeral arrangements have not been made, as the relatives are awaiting the arrival of John, from Mississippi.

"Non-Skiddable" Auto Invented
A device which may bring him a fotune is now being perfected by G. P. KEITH, well known ex-druggist, who has invented several other things of considerable promise. Mr. Keith's newest production is a "non-skiddable" automobile.
. . . . Details will be announced as soon as the patent is secured.
Mr. Keith has worked out a number of other interesting devices, among them being a railway crossing, which seemed a success, but which was never pushed. He also aided in perfecting the MILLER FIRE ESCAPE, which was at one time manufactured here and which later proved not to be in demand.

New Gas Machine
The ROCHESTER MACHINE SHOP has put in a new gas FILLING STATION, which pumps the gas from the reservoir to the machine at the edge of the street.

Short News
The body of John GOULD, who died in Kansas, was received by undertaker HOOVER, today, for burial south of Green Oak.

Twenty Years Ago
Dr. J. N. RANNELLS and Miss Kittie BECRAFT were married at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Jas. T. GAINER. . . .
A. A. KISLER and Miss Hattie B. STRONG were married in Akron.
Edward CAMPION and Miss Jennie O'BRIEN, of Wayne township, joined heart and hand.
Casper JEWELL and wife will take charge of the West Side Hotel at the lake, this summer.

Al SHAFER and Miss TOWNSEND were united in marriage in Warsaw.
Robert WYLIE and Miss Ida BARNES were married at the home of the bride's parents in Mud Creek.
The ten year old son of Mr. & Mrs. Schuyler CALLOWAY put his eye out with a stick.
Mr. & Mrs. Chas. MOGLE announce the birth of a son.

Friday, May 2, 1913

Mrs. S. Cornell Dead
Mrs. Stella CORNELL, widow of the late John CORNELL, died at the hospital at Marion, Tuesday, and the remains were brought to Fulton Thursday afternoon. Funeral was held at the Baptist church at 4 o'clock Thursday p.m., conducted by Rev. F. C. MOON, of this city, burial at Fulton cemetery.

Short News
The funeral of Mrs. Seth WARREN who died in Athens, Wednesday, will take place at eleven o'clock, Saturday, at the Mt. Hope, U.B. church, with services by Rev. J. A. SLUSSER, [and] Rev. J. S. McNEALY, of Tiosa.

Saturday, May 3, 1913

Small Children Lose Mother
Mrs. Stella CORNELL, who died Thursday at her home in Marion, Ind., was buried in the Fulton cemetery Friday. Mrs. Cornell was a sister-in-law of Oscar CORNELL, a member of the FULTON HARDWARE COMPANY. The husband of the deceased died several years ago. Five small children are left and they are at present in the I.O.O.F. home in Marion. The death was a very sad affair as the mother was only 32 years old and death called her when the small children needed her care. She was well known to residents of Fulton.

Social Events
Miss Lydia REED, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James REED, of Fulton, and John RANS, son of Mr. & Mrs. Francis RANS, of Grass Creek, will be married at the home of the bride's parents, Sunday, at noon, Rev. SHERRILL officiating. . . . .
Mrs. Gus SCHOTT gave a surprise party for her seven year old daughter, Marguerite [SCHOTT], this afternoon. . . . .

Short News
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Letcher [A.] ROBINSON, a boy, [Letcher O. ROBINSON].

Circuit Court News
Mary E. STOFER, who filed suit for divorce from John C. STOFER, asked . . . [for maintenance] of herself, which was done . . . . . .

Monday, May 5, 1913

Gene Southard Dies Suddenly
Eugene SOUTHARD, familiarly known as "Gene" and one of the best liked men of the city, died Sunday evening at Longcliff, aftr an illness of several years with paralysis His body was brought here and will probably be buried Wednesday.
Mr. Southard was at one time in the saloon business and was for 15 years proprietor of a bar and billiard hall. He was prominent among the "out-door" men of the city, being a crack shot at the traps, as well as in the field, an enthusiastic fisherman, a skillful horseman and later a devotee of the automobile.
After going out of business, he soon spent a snug fortune, bu undiscouraged, began work anew. He was employed by several firms about the city, until a stroke of paralysis, about two years ago, compelled him to desist work and make his home at the county farm. Lately he was found of unsound mind and taken to Longcliff.
He was the son of Vincent and Nancy SOUTHARD, and was born in Logansport, March 6, 1859. While a boy he moved to Rochester, and had lived here ever since. In 1879 he was married to Ida ALEXANDER, to which union three children were born, two of whom are living, Miss Ada [SOUTHARD] and Harry [SOUTHARD]. He was later divorced and married Laura BELL in 1893. From this union Larne Bell SOUTHARD, aged 16, survives. Later in life he married Molly ORMSBY.
He went to school here and for many years was employed as mechanic, being considered one of the best in the city.

Mrs. Anderson Passes Away
After an illness lasting over a year, Mrs. Mary ANDERSON passed away Sunday afternoon, at her home on north Pontiac street. She had been ill as the result of complications due to old age.
Deceased was well known in this county, as she has been a resident here all of her life. She was born May 16th, 1839, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John HARVEY. On Dec. 24th, 1862, she was united in marriage with John D. ANDERSON, who died in 1902. Two children were born to them, William ANDERSON and Mrs. John EASH, both of whom survive.
Mrs. Anderson was a member of the Christian church and has lead a true Christian life. She was a good mother, and a loving wife. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon.

Chas. Yagley Dead
John JOHNSON went to LaPaz, this afternoon, having received word of the death of his brother-in-law, Chas. YAGLEY. The funeral will take place at that city at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Fred MILLER entertained a number of friends all day Sunday at their home, in honor of their fourth wedding anniversary. . . . .
In honor of the 72nd birthday of Mrs. Philip ARTER, the Sunday School of the Pleasant View church, of near Akron, gathered at the home, Sunday, with well filled baskets. Her children were also present. . . . . . . . .

Short News
Mrs. O. P. WAITE went to Lafayette, this morning, to attend the wedding of her niece, Miss Ruth BEEBE.
J. B. BRADFORD has resigned his position at NEWBY's drug store. He and Mrs. Bradford left for South Whitley this morning.

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. I will not be responsible for any debts contracted by or for my wife, Mrs. Belle ANDREWS. Signed, M. D. ANDREWS.

Tuesday, May 6, 1913

Elden Mow Changed
Representative [Henry A.] BARNHART has obtained an order transferring Elden H. MOW, of the signal corps, from Fort Bliss, Texas, to Fort Benjamin Harrison for duty in connection with the maintenance of the Indianapolis army post telephone system. Mow is a first class private and hails from Rochester.

Rebuilds Auto
Morris SHELTON will have one of the best automobiles in the city when his Northern car, which is now being rebuilt, is finished. Workmen are making a new two passenger body and a Kellog self starter has been added to the car. The engine which is one of the best in the city, has been reset. With the exception of the engine, the car will be new throughout.

Obituary - Jacob King
By a letter and a clipping from a paper sent by S. M. SWINEHEART, the Sentinel is informed of the death of Jacob KING, at Stites, Idaho. He was born in Henry county, Indiana in 1836, living in Indiana until 1902, when he and his wife moved to Stites, Idaho, where he has since lived. The western paper speaks of him as a well known and highly respected citizen. He is survived by his wife and niece, Mrs. S. M. SWINEHEART, of Stites. He was a brother to Nicholas [KING] and Henry KING, the first of whom survives, and Katie BUNCH, who live near Rochester.

Thomas Ball Dead
Word has been received by Edward BALL of the death of his brother, Thomas BALL, of Glendora, Cal., which occurred April 19th. He was for many years a resident of Richland township in the vicinity of Tiosa, Indiana.

Anderson Funeral
The funeral of Mrs. Mary ANDERSON, will be held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. BURKETTE, of the Christian church, officiating.

Twenty Years Ago
Chas. H. WISE was married to Miss Bertha E. KRAUSE at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Chas. H. KRAUSE, on north Pontiac street, Rev. A. E. GIFT, officiating.
Elizabeth HETZNER was granted a divorce from Davis HETZNER and Wm. BAUMERLIN was granted a divorce from Kate BAUMERLIN, both through default.
The announcement of the coming marriage of Miss Lolo TRUE to J. T. MUNCEY, of Three Rivers, has been made.
A marriage license has been issued to James B. BROWN and Miss Mary BAKER.
The marriage of Georgia KARTHOLL to Harry WEST took place in Peru, this week.

Wednesday, May 7, 1913

From Apprentice to Sole Owner
Twenty years ago a young lad, sixteen years of age, strong and ambitious entered the employ of C. C. WOLF as an apprentice to learn the jewelry trade. . . . . With the larger amount of business to handle and because of his [Mr. Wolf's] declining years the apprentice was made a member of the firm . . . WOLF and HOWARD. . . . .
Today another page was added to the history of this well known concern when papers were signed giving Mr. Howard the sole ownership of the business. Since the death of Mr. Wolf which occurred two years ago last November, the firm has been under the management of the junior partner, but Mrs. Wolf did not feel that she was able to give any attention to the business and so a deal was made giving William HOWARD entire charge of the concern. . . .

Short News
Harry SOUTHARD returned from Purdue last evening, for the funeral of Gene SOUTHARD.

Advertised Letters
Mrs. Celeta KESSLER, Miss Mima McCLAIRE, Elmer M. PROBASCO, Raymond C. STOCKTON.
Thursday, May 8, 1913

New Theater to be Most Modern
Rochester will be able to boast of a really high class vaudeville and MOTION PICTURE THEATER, as well as a handsome addition to the business district of the city, when the J. F. DYSERT building for which excavating is now being done just north of the DILLON BLOCK, is completed. W. H. KENDRICK is the architect.
. . . . will be conducted by Mr. & Mrs. Roy SHANKS, who have for some time had the KAI GEE and STAR theaters. . . . . [building described]
The basement will be large and exceedingly well lighted, and will be a splendid location for a restaurant. A stairway leads down to it from the main lobby . . . . .

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Harvey McCARTY a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Homer WENTZEL, of Kewanna, a girl.

Myers Defeated
Henry MEYERS the local billiard player, was defeated in South Bend Wednesday eveing by Mr. HEDDINS by a small margin.

Social Events
Mrs. Olive FISSEL and William E. TRICKLE were married Wednesday evening in the parlors of Mrs. Fissel over the AMERICAN RESTAURANT, Justice TROUTMAN officiating. . . . Mrs. Fissel is well known to Rochester people having been employed for several years in the RACKET Clothing store. Mr. Trickle is part owner of the basement barber shop and is highly respected and well liked by every one. They will reside in South Rochester.
Mrs. L. K. BROWER entertained a few friends at dinner, Wednesday, in honor of Mrs. Helen FITZGERALD, who left today for Montana.

Short News
Douglas KINDIG returned from California Wednesday evening. He intends building here, as he says there is no place like Indiana. He is considering building a bungalow. Mrs. KINDIG will arrive here later.

Friday, May 9, 1913

Has Good Position
After playing in a theater in Miles City, Montana, Monday, on trial, the owner told Miss Margaret BAILEY she was hired at $21 a week, which offer Miss Bailey accepted. The theater is a picture and vaudeville house, and though the city has only about 8,000 inhabitants, it is a good railroad town. Miss Bailey intended to return home in June, but probably will not, after obtaining the excellent position.

Fulton
Miss Lydia REED and John RANS were married at the home of the bride's parents, Sunday, at high noon. Both are highly respected young people.
Mr. & Mrs. Chas. WALLACE and Miss Ruth WALLACE of Rochester, attended the wedding of Miss Lydia REED and John RANS, Sunday.
Short News
Harvey WARNER will move to Argos, Monday, having bought the picture show there.
The men at the ELECTRIC LIGHT PLANT are busy putting in the foundation for the new engine to be installed. It will give the plant 1000 horse power.

Saturday, May 10, 1913

Mrs. Callahan Dead
Word was received here by Val ZIMMERMAN, this morning, of the death of Mrs. Jemima E. CALLAHAN, of Hammond, Ind. Mrs. Callahan, until six years ago, was a resident of Rochester, her husband having at one time been pastor of the Methodist church. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. John ARMSTRONG, of Indianapolis, and Mrs. Chas. BUNNELL, of Hammond, with whom the deceased made her home. The body will be sent here for burial.

Are They Married?
John JOHNSON certainly has his friends up a tree. Not long ago he came back from a trip to Michigan, and announced that he and Mrs. Henry BARNUM had been married. They lived together until last week, when Mrs. Johnson moved out. Now Johnson says "I should worry" as they were never married, but he employed Mrs. Barnum as a housekeeper.

Athens
John WARREN came from Mississippi last Friday to attend the funeral of his mother.

Germany
Mr. & Mrs. Wm. ANDERSON are in Rochester on account of the death of the former's mother, Mrs. Mary ANDERSON. She lived alone in the north end of town and was getting quite feeble. It happened at the time of her sickness, her gandson, Guy ANDERSON, was with her. He was awakened about midnight by the groaning of his grandmother. Mrs. Anderson rapidly grew worse until her death Sunday noon at 3:30 p.m.

Monday, May 12, 1913

Former Local Man Bankrupt
James A. ZELLERS, who formerly conducted a store south of the court house, and who is now located in Bruce Lake, filed papers in bankruptcy proceedings in Indianapolis, Saturday. Zellers claims that his debts aggregate $4,500 and his assets $4,000. Zellers before he went into business in Kewanna, owned a fine farm near there. He conducted a store in Rochester for several months, but was unable to make the venture a success.

Short News
The body of Mrs. Jennie CALLAHAN, who died in Hammond, Saturday, was brought here for burial today. The funeral will occur at the home of Frank FLYNN Tuesday, at 2:30 p.m. Burial will take place in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Tuesday, May 13, 1913

Twenty Years Ago
Three deaths occurred this week. Grandmother SMALLEY died, aged 72, Peter SWISHER died at the age of 64 and Aaron SHOBE died, aged at the ripe age of 87.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Josiah KING, a boy.

Wednesday, May 14, 1913

Forced to Take Store - Now Broke
James ZELLERS, better known to his friends as "Jip" once oened a nice farm near Kewanna. He was prosperous, married, and the father of nine children. He had everything that made life worth while and was perfectly happy. But it was only for a short few years. Then a friend in trouble asked him to go on his note for a substantial sum.
Zellers secured the note and in a short time, was compelled to pay a certain portion of the sum and received in return an interest in a hardware store in Kewanna. Two other men, who had secured the note with Zellers, then owned the balance of the store.

Although on the face of the deal, Zellers did not lose a cent, he was compelled to give up his farm and go into the hardware business with whch he was abolutely unacquainted.
His partners saw how things were progressing and sold out their shares to him. Business did not pick up so he installed a stock of groceries. But this did not pay so he sold out his hardware and moved the stock of groceries to Rochester, where he remained for about two months. He was again compelled to move and located at Bruce Lake. Here his accumulating debts overtook him and he was forced into bankruptcy. . . . . . . . .

Aviation Day is on June 17 or 18
Tuesday, June 17, or Wednesday, June 18 will be the day upon which Rochester will witness an AEROPLANE FLIGHT, see a big fireworks display, and have a motion picture taken of the city, including special features such as an auto parade, fire department run, motor boat races, school children, etc., laccording to plans . . . . . . . . . . . .

Social Events
A marriage license was issued today to George B. MACKEY, of Aberdine, Wash., and Mrs. Emma BRUNK of Kewanna. The ceremony was performed in the Baptist parsonage by Rev. G. C. CHANDLER. The couple have gone east on an extended trip.

Short News
Kenneth DOWNS has purchased a new automobile of ROSS BROS. Roy DENISTON received a new six cylinder four passenger car Saturday from the CHALMERS AUTO Company, of Detroit.

Thursday, May 15, 1913

Advertised Letters
Miss Maud BENNY, Geo LANEY, Mrs. Lon LEAVELL, Miss Margeret PARKER, Miss Grace WILSON. --Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

New Creamery Head
W. I. MORSE, of Danville, Ill, has accepted a position as head of the local creamery branch of BEYER BROS. increasing business. The creamery is a great boon to the farmer and the concern is recognizing that fact by putting the most competent men in charge.

Celebrates 97th Birthday
Mrs. Margaret REES celebrated her 97th birthday today, keeping open house and receiving friends, who gave her many gifts and flowers. This is the forty-seventh year Mrs. Rees has lived in her present residence. Her daughter, Mrs. C. E. STANNARD, of Amboy, Ill, was expected to be here, but she will be unable to come for several days. Mrs. Rees is in the best of health and beyond the fact that she is somewhat deaf, is very entertaining in conversation. She has an excellent memory and can recall many incidents of her girlhood days. Mrs. Rees lives alone on north Main street, and takes her meals with Mr DEWITT and wife who occupy another portion of the house.

Talma
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd ZENT May 10th, a boy.

Short News
Charley STAHL purchased a new Buick roadster of ROSS BROTHERS today. The machine is 30 horse power and has many excellent features.

Friday, May 16, 1913

Delong
A new baby girl has come to stay with Mr. & Mrs. L. H. DECK.

Grass Creek
The stork visited Mr. & Mrs. V. LITTLE and left them a baby girl on May 10.

Social Events
At noon today at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Wm. B. NUTT, was solemnized the nuptials of Frank NEWCOMER, son of Mr. & Mrs. Edward NEWCOMER, of Delong, and Miss Grace Belle NUTT, Rev. J. D. [sic] performing the ceremony. . . . .
The marriage of Ellsworth WAGONER to Miss Zella ESSICK will take place at the Methodist parsonage at 7:30 this evening, the ceremony performed by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. Both parties are so well known that identification is hardly necessary. Miss Essick has gained many friends here, having for some time been a valuable assistant at WOLF and HOWARD's jewelry store. The groom holds a position at the bridge works. They will be at home to their friends at their home on north Jefferson street.

Short News
Dr. & Mrs. Frank DIELMAN, of Fulton, announce the birth of a son.

Saturday, May 17, 1913

Good Hotels at Lake Manitou
Several years ago there was a crying need for several modern up-to-date hotels on Lake Manitou, but in answer to that demand there have been built and improved three of the best hotels in the state. The COLONIAL, on the north shore, FAIRVIEW, on the east shore, and the WEST SIDE hotel are now equipped with all modern improvements which should satisfy the most fastidious.
The COLONIAL, which contains 60 rooms, was built last summer by O. A. DAVIS and is situated on a very pleasant part of the lake. Electric lights have been installed in every room and the hotel is equipped with baths. The resort is again under the management of Frank SLEVIN, the well known hotel man from Indianapolis. He was here last season and during the summer months every room was occupied. Mr Slevin has had several years of experience and gives excellent satisfaction.
The FAIRFIEW hotel which is owned by I. M. WILE, will be conducted by Harry PAGE, an experienced man in the business, from Champaign, Ill. Mr. Page comes here with excellent recommendations and will no doubt enjoy a large patronage of this popular resort. The location of Fairview is ideal, as the banks are the highest around the lake. A launch will be installed to carry guests across the lake.
Frank MOSS has announced that the WEST SIDE hotel will open the season with a special dinner Sunday, with music by DAVIDSON's orchestra. All winter Mr. Moss has been working on the building and grounds and has the rooms all decorated, the walls in white, the woodwork in a pretty dark green, and the floors nicely varnished. Gas has been placed in all the rooms. There are three suites to accommodate families.
The grounds have been cleaned up and Mr. Moss is contemplating building a pier out from the front of the hotel instead of the side as it has always been. He has also been figuring on grading the grounds and erecting a fountain on them. His water plant is operated by a gasoline engine and has enough pressure to throw the water forty feet. It would make a pretty fountain.
Each year the fame of Lake Manitou spreads a little and each year witnesses more improvements on her shores. Today it is doubtful if a more popular body of water can be found in the state. . . . . . . . .

Clark B. Miller Is Dead
Clark B. MILLER died at his home near Millark, Friday afternoon, at three o'clock, after an extended illness, the immediate cause of his death being dropsy and heart trouble.
He was born Feb. 22, 1841, in Putnam county, Ohio. He was engaged in the Civil war, and shortly after moved to his home near Millark. He is survived by his wife and four children, they being John Irvin MILLER, who lives at the Miller home, Mrs. John MOORE, of near Millark, Mrs. Hattie BOWERS, of south of Athens, and Mrs. Nettie PRATT, of South Bend. The funeral will take place at two o'clock Sunday afternoon, Rev. Robert DIXON, of Athens, officiating.

In 25 Years
Robert BROOKS, of Oklahoma, is here the guest of his sister, Mrs. Wm. JAMISON. The two had not seen one another in 25 years, and needless to say, there was a scene when Mr. Brooks unexpectedly walked into the Jamison home on east 14th street.

Popular With Lake Visitors
Two of the most popular men around Lake Manitou are Charles ROBERTSON and Clinton IRVIN. Mr. Robertson owns the landing and boats on the south side of the race at the lake and Mr. Irvin owns a similar stand on the north side of the lake. . . . .

Social Events
At the home of the bride on west Sixth street, at ten o'clock this morning, occurred the marriage of Bert W. GREER and Miss Charlotte M. HATTERY, Rev. R. F. SPOHN officiating. . . . . The couple will reside in Rochester. Mr. Greer is in the employ of the Erie railroad.

Monday, May 19, 1913

Social Events
Miss Mandy/Mattie GRIFFET and Glen Hugh HORTON, of Wagoners, were married at the Methodist parsonage, Saturday, at five o'clock, by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. Mr. & Mrs. Ermal LEAR, of Wagoners, were present. Mr. Horton is a young merchant, employed in Portland, where the two will make their home.

Short News
Ollie BAUM went to Indianapolis this morning having received the news of the death of his sister, Mrs. Lester GILGIS.

Tuesday, May 20, 1913

Short News
O. A. DAVIS, owner of the COLONIAL hotel at the lake, has installed an electric piano in the dining room.
Mrs. Ed. RAYMER and Mrs. Fred HAZLETT were called to Argos today on account of the death of their grandfather, Ansen BADGLEY.
John A. MAIS has received a letter from his sister in Germany that she would arrive here next month and make her home with him.
The body of Mrs. Melinda BOWMAN arrived here from Greensburg this afternoon for burial here. She is the widow of the late Hugh BOWMAN, well known here.
Mr. & Mrs. Samuel CALENTINE returned to their home in South Bend this morning, after attending the funeral of Clark B. MILLER, who was Mrs. Calentine's brother.
Mrs. Abner McCAY and son, Charley [McCAY], of northwest of the city, have returned from Rockville, where they went to attend the funeral of Mrs. McCay's grandfather. He was past 90 years old.

Wednesday, May 21, 1913

Bowman Funeral
The funeral of Melinda BOWMAN took place this afternoon, with services at the HOOVER chapel. The funeral was conducted by the Talma I.O.O.F.

McIntyre Funeral is Held
The funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Jacob McINTIRE, the 88 years old woman, who was struck and killed by a train at Lapaz Junction, as she was going to join her aged husband, at the home of her son, Schuyler [McINTIRE], near Athens, took place at Mt. Hope, Monday. Services were in charge of Rev. STRANG.
Anna KISINGER McINTIRE was born in Canada, Jan. 7, 1825, died May 17, 1913, aged 88 years, 4 months and 10 days. She was united in marriage to Jacob McINTIRE about 65 years ago. To this union were born ten children, 5 sons and 5 daughters, one daughter having died in infancy.
She leaves to mourn her departure, an aged husband, 5 sons and 4 daughters, 40 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Marguerite SWARTZLANDER, of Elkhart, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Macy
A number of the young friends of Miss May SMITH went to her home Saturday evening, and surprised her in honor of her fifteenth birthday. . .

Advertised Letters
John ALLVINE, Mrs. John DAUGH, Will E. FITZGERALD, Mrs. An HARON, Mrs. Anna MILLER, Louis P. MOORE, Mrs Ida TUTTLE. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Short News
Mrs. Chas. BUNNELL has returtned to Hammond, after attending the funeral of her mother, Jemima CALLAHAN. She was accompanied home by Frank FLYNN.
Ed. MOHLER and A. J. BARRETT went to Indianapolis, this morning, to get a new Regal car, which they will drive back. Mr. Barrett intends buying the machine for his daughter, Miss Pearl [BARRETT].

Obituary - Jemima E. Howell
Jemima E. HOWELL CALLAHAN was born March 17, 1824, in Chatham county, North Carolina, and departed this life at the home of her daughter in Hammond, Ind., age 79 years, 1 month and 22 days. She was converted and baptized and united with the Baptist church at the tender age of 12 years, but later united with the Methodist church and lived and died a true Christian.
She was united in marriage to Rev. Wm. G. CALLAHAN, May 18, 1853, who departed this life at Rochester, Ind., Nov. 6, 1894. To this union were born five children, three girls and two boys, the three oldest, one girl and two boys, preceeded them in their infancy. Ella ARMSTRONG, of Indianapolis, and Emma BUNNELL, of Hammond, survive. Six grandchildren and one great-grandchild were born. Three grandchildren and one great-grandchild have departed. The deceased is also survived by four brothers and five sisters.
She was the daughter of Miller and Martha HOWELL, and was the oldest of a family of eight children, coming to this country in early life. At the time of her death, she was totally blind.

Twenty Years Ago
Leroy SHROCK left for Goshen this week, to be married.
Wm. BEATTIE and Mrs. Nora SEARS were married Tuesday, May 8, in Kewanna.
This week Mary E. WHALEY received a divorce from Leroy WHALEY. Amos FISHER received a divorce from Nancy S. FISHER and Anna M. STOCKBERGER from John STOCKBERGER, after which Amos Fisher and Anna Stockberger were married by Rev. GIFT.
Marriage licenses issued during the last week were Wm. BOWMAN and Amanda WALES, Amos FISHER and Anna STOCKBERGER, and B. F. WRIGHT and Leone APPLEMAN.

Thursday, May 22, 1913

Crushed by Rock Weighing 3 Tons
Kewanna, Ind., May 22. -- As the result of a peculiar accident which happened to John RAFFERTY, a well known farmer, living west of here, he now lies at the point of death in his home. Rafferty was caught and held in a hole he was digging by a three ton rock which fell upon him, from the brink of the excavation. Doctors agree that his chances for recovery ar slight.
He had decided to bury the stone which lay in one of his fields, and had dug a hole about three and one-half feet deep, by the side of the obstruction. Occupied by his work at the bottom of the hole, he did not notice the rock, the great weight of which suddenly caved in the brink of the excavation, permitting the stone to fall upon the man working beneath.
He was pinned in the hole, being caught about the waist, and remained in this position for almost two hours, at the end of which time, he was able to attract the attention of his brothers.

After a great deal of effort, he was extricated from the painful position, in an almost exhausted condition. He was badly crushed and bruised about the hips and kidneys.
His life now hands in the balance, and it is thought that if inflammation sets in, his chances to live are gone.

Social Events
The relatives of M. E. BACON, of west of town, met at the latter's home Sunday, and gave him a complete surprise, it being his fiftieth birthday. . . .
Rev. F. E. BURKETTE united in marriage at the court house, late this afternoon, Ezra Omer LUELLEN, of Claypool, and Ella May SEBRING, of Akron.

Short News
Miss Bess EMRICK, a former resident of Rochester, will appear at the K.G. tonight in the picture entitled, "The Elusive Kiss." Don't fail to see it.

Return to Rochester
Mr. & Mrs. Sam SWARTWOOD, former Rochester residents, who have been in California for six years, have returned to Rochester and may remain permanently. They are the guests of their son, John SWARTWOOD.

Friday, May 23, 1913

Nose Broken as Result of Fight
Frank LOWMAN, proprietor of the LAKE ERIE restaurant, has a broken nose and other marks about the face as the result of an altercation which he had Thursday evening with Chas. BRACKETT, manager of the PROGRESS WHOLESALE GROCERY COMPANY. Only one blow was struck by Brackett which landed directly on Lowman's nose. The victim of the attack will file suit for damages.
The trouble arose as the result of some business dealings that Mr. Lowman had with the company which lead to remarks from both sides. It seems, according to Mr. Brackett, that Mr. Lowman had made remarks about him derogatory to his character. He called at the Lowman restaurant Thursday evening, and asked for the proprietor. Mr. Lowman was not in so Mr. Brackett waited until he arrived. When they met both started to talk about the trouble and according to Mr. Lowman, Mr. Brackett became very offensive. One word brought on another and finally, Mr. Lowman opened the door. Mr. Brackett took offense at the implied invitation to leave and on reaching the door where Lowman was standing, gave him a right cut to the face, knocking him against the wall and rendering him unconscious for several minutes.
Three railroad men were present, and picked Lowman up and took him outside of the restaurant. Doctor KING was called, who found that his nose had been broken. His young daughter, Arline LOWMAN, was present when the attack occurred and added a melodramatic touch to the affair. When her father fell to the floor she stepped over his body and shook her fist in Mr. Brackett's face saying, "Don't you dare strike my father again.
There seems to be two sides to the affair. Mr. Lowman claims he refused to buy any more goods of the firm because they refused to fill a small order which he gave to one of the salesmen some time ago. Mr. Brackett said that Lowman made remarks about him which were slanderous and without truth. The case will be aired in court. Lowman says that he intends to file suit for damages and also a charge of assault and battery.
About three o'clock this afternoon a warrant was issued for Charles Brackett, charging him with being drunk in a public place. Mr. Brackett appeared and plead not guilty. The trial was set for Saturday morning at ten o'clock.

Killed by Lightning
Guy BELDING received word Thursday night from his mother, Mrs. H. A. BELDING, residing at Peru, that her brother, Wm. MICHAEL, had been struck by lightning and instantly killed at Geneva, O., during a storm Wednesday night. The sudden death of Mr. Michael came as a great shock to his nephew here. Mr. Michael was about 30 years of age. Mr. & Mrs. Belding left for Cleveland Thursday morning on receipt of the message, to attend the funeral.

Social Events
Wylie G. BONINE will entertain the A and B sections of his class at GOULD's PALM PARLOR after school, Monday afternoon, to celebrate his seventh birthday.

Short News
Miss Bess EMRICK will appear in the picture, "The Produgal Brother," at the K.G. tonight.

Saturday, May 24, 1913

Twenty Graduate at Center
The Richland township commencement exercises were held at Richland Center, Friday night, a class of twenty being graduated from the common schools.
The graduates are Roy KESTNER, Dollie KALE, Ruth BEEHLER, Anna KERLER, Archie KROUSE, Dora B. CASLOW, Forrest FISHER, Grace HERBICK, Otto BEEHLER, Beulah WILLIS, Ralph ARNOLD, Rudolph JOHNSON, Carl J. RITTER, Geo. W. MYERS, Bertha WYNN, Bessie E. RIDDLE, Esther BEEHLER, Dale FLETCHER, Archie WILLS and Grace HASSENPLUG. . . .

To Reform School
Gernie RUTLEDGE, the seventeen year-old girl who ran away from the home of Minerva HAKINS, of Macy, about two weeks ago, and who was later captured and sent to the Orphans Home at Mexico, from which place she had been taken by Mrs. Hakins about nine years ago, ran away from that institution Sunday night and was later captured at Denver, was taken to the State reform school for girls near Indianapolis Tuesday morning by Sheriff HOSTETLER. . . . .

New Store to Open
The NEW YORK CANDY KITCHEN will be open to the public on May the 28th. The two men, Rezos and George, certainly have confidence in Rochester, as a business center, as they have fitted up an elegant place. The soda fountain is fitted in Italian marble and is strictly up-to-date. Mr. Rezos said they have invested $3,000 in the place.

Child Still Lost
Although every effort to locate him has been put forth by the police and the parents of Charles BROWN, who mysteriously disappeared from his home Tuesday, no traces of him have been found and the parents are confident that some serious accident has befallen their child.

Fulton Woman Dies
Mrs. J. H. COOPER, of Fulton, died Thursday evening at her home, after an illness of two weeks. Mrs. Cooper's death was rather sudden although she had been indisposed for some time. She leaves a husband, a lawyer in Fulton, and other relatives. J. B. SHELTON, of Omaha, Nebraska, came today to attend the funeral. He is a brother of the deceased. Mrs. Louis LEBY, of Peru, a niece of the deceased, will attend the funeral. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon, burial to take place in Fulton or Peru, her home city.

Social Events
Loran BRYANT and Miss Fern RALSTON, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. W. C. RALSTON, were married at the home of the bride near Talma, at four o'clock this afternoon, Rev. LINDSEY, of Burket. . . . . Mr. & Mrs. Bryant will make their home in Burket, where Mr. Bryant owns a restaurant. For several years the groom was a Fulton county school teacher.
Twenty friends of Willis JACKSON gave him a surprise Thursday evening at his home on Franklin avenue. . . . . Willis will leave in a few weeks with his mother for their new home in Kansas.

Short News
Jess CHAMBERLAIN has sold his horse and friends who seem to know say he intends buying an automobile.
J. F. DYSERT went to Rockford, O., today, having received word that his uncle, J. W. DYSERT, dropped dead on the street.

Case Dismissed
The case of the State vs. Chas. BRACKETT, for intoxication, was tried before Justice EWING, Saturday morning, and after several witnesses had been on the stand, it was dismissed for lack of evidence. The prosecution was unable to obtain the necessary witnesses.

Monday, May 26, 1913

Charles Wines Passes Away
Charles H. WINES, aged 24, a former Rochester boy and a son of Mr. & Mrs. Chas. L. WINES, now of Logansport, passed away at the home of his parents, Sunday at 8 p.m. Tuberculosis caused his death.
He was born in Rochester, Sept. 14, 1889 and lived here until a few years ago, when he moved with his parents to Logansport. About two years ago, he was taken with tubercular trouble and although every effort was made to restore his health, he gradually became weaker, until death came. He was a member of the Christian church, an electrician by trade, and popular with his fellows.
Besides his parents he leaves four sisters, Mrs. L. L. DAVIS, of Logansport, Mrs. Loren BUSSERT, of Marion, Mrs. Charles WILKERSON, of Denver, Col., and Mrs. Carl PASCHALL, of this city. The body will be brought here for burial. Services will be held at the home of Mrs. Paschall, 117 W. Third street, Wednesday at 2 p.m. Interment in Odd Fellows cemetery.

Loses His Job
A report from Washington has it that Loyd TRUE, who has been a lieutenant of capitol police, was one of about thirty to lose their jobs last week. Loyd had the reputation of being one of the most useful men on the force He will continue his residence in Washington and probably become an official guide to show tourists the capitol.

Social Events
The first reunion of the STAHL family was held at the home of Levi STAHL, Sunday. Forty-two members of the family were present. . . . . The out of town members present were: Mr. & Mrs. C. E. STAHL, of San Francisco, Cal., Mr. & Mrs. G. K. WILSON, of Chicago, and Mr. & Mrs. Olando MAYS, of Sevastopol, Ind.

Short News
Robert SHAFER, who finishes his second year in Purdue in June, has accepted a position with BEYER BROS. for the summer. He will be associated with Otto CARLSON, sales manager.

Tuesday, May 27, 1913

Short News
The funeral of Charles WINES, who died in Logansport, will be held Wednesday afternoon, at two o'clock, at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Carl PASCHALL. Rev. BURKETTE will have charge of the funeral.
James TERRY, the newly appointed LaPorte postmaster, and formerly of the Sentinel, was in the city today, combining business and pleasure. He will assume his new position as soon as his commission arrives.
Hugh BARNHART, who is attending Indiana university, has accepted a position with a government surveying crew, and will leave soon after his return home, for Colorado, where he will spend the summer in the mountains. He is expected home from school about the middle of June.
Mr. & Mrs. Ralph RAVENCROFT have opened their cottage on the east side at the lake. Mrs. Ravencroft and the children are here for the summer, but it is probable that the head of the family will be in summer stock work at Rochester, N.Y. He closed a successful Cleveland engagement a week ago, and has since been visiting in Mishawaka.

Wednesday, May 28, 1913

Buys Threshing Engine
Benjamin W. HARPSTER has purchased an ADVANCE THRESHING ENGINE of agent Jake SMITH. The outfit arrived today and was unloaded from the car at the Lake Erie station. Mr. Harpster now owns a complete threshing outfit and will be prepared to take care of all work. .

Here For Funeral
The following persons came today to attend the funeral of Chas. WINES: Mr. & Mrs. L. L. DAVIS and Carl HEFFLEFINGER, of Logansport, Mr. & Mrs. Loren BUSSERT and son, Marion, Mrs. Martha WILKERSON, Denver, Colorado, Leon SIMMONS, Chicago, Mr. & Mrs. Will PETTY, Mr. & Mrs. R. BOWMAN, Mrs. Charles CARROL, Peru, Mr. & Mrs. Geo. WINES, Akron, Mrs. John KAMMER, Disko, Charles McKIBBON, Muncie.

Friendly With John Barleycorn
The marital troubles of Mr. & Mrs. Charles YANKEE culminated today when Mrs. Yankee filed suit in the Fulton circuit court for a divorce through her attorney, Henry BIBLER. She asks for $8,000 alimony and custody of the children.
The family difficulties of the Yankees are well known as the wife has been compelled to call the local officers to their home south of Rochester several times during the past six months, because of the mean disposition that Mr. Yankee is said to have evinced while under the influence of liquor. . . . . . . . .
Charles Yankee is a well known farmer of this county and owns a farm south of the city. His estate is valued at $13,000. . . . .

Taken to Plymouth
Raymond Dale BURGENER, who died at his home in Huntington, was brought to Rochester, today, over the Erie, where it was placed on a Lake Erie train and taken to Plymouth. He was a victim of the white plague and was only 27 years of age. The corpse was accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. C. W. KRONWEYER, Mrs. R. D. BURGENER, Mrs. PUPER, Miss Mable SHAFFER, and Mr. & Mrs. W. S. JAMISON, who accompanied the party as far as Rochester.

Short News
The MANITOU BAND will play this evening for the opening of the NEW YORK CANDY KITCHEN.
Rochester friends of Fred AULT, a former local boy now in Minnesota, will be glad to learn that he has a splendid position as a government timber inspector with headquarters at Rainier, Minn. Before the first of the year, he was a freight agent at Beaudette, Minn. He is a graduate of the high school.
Burdette VanDIEN, son of Richard VanDIEN, returned home Tuesday evening from Mare Island navy yard in San Francisco harbor, after completing four years of service as a marine in the U.S. Navy. He will remain here until he decides upon his future work, inasmuch as he does not intend to return to the service.

Twenty Years Ago
Abe RIMES has received a divorce from Roan ARNOLD RIMES. This is Abe's sixth failure.
Ed. RANNELLS and Miss Minta MILLER were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Silas MILLER, by Rev. ROTH.
Frank BLACK died last week at the home of his parents.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Doc. DOUGLAS, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Wm. ROUCH, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Fred RICHTER, a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Phil BARNETT, a boy; to Mrs Lottie LOWMAN FISHBURN, a boy.

Thursday, May 29, 1913

Advertised Letters
----- ABBOTT, Mrs. Susie ABBOTT, H. AUSTIN, C. S. BABCOCK, J. R. COLLINS, ---- HALL. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Beauty Proves a Fatal Asset
Divorce proceedings are likely to follow a recent separation of Mrs. Chas. WILKERSON, formerly Miss Mattie WINES, from her husband, following a violent quarrel between the two, which took place in Denver, Col., recently, according to a local relative of Mrs. Wilkerson.
It will be remembered that Miss Wines, who was a beautiful Rochester girl, originally married Howard HARTER, an Akron banker. They were divorced after living together for some time, and Mrs. Harter married Charles WILKERSON, of Logansport, son of a wealthy man, who it is said, spent a small fortune on his wife. The couple recently moved to Denver, Col.
Mrs. Wilkerson, because of her striking beauty, attracted much admiration and it is said the husband became jealous. A violent quarrel followed in which, it is reported, the irate husband gave his spouse a beating. Mrs. Wilkerson at once packed her trunk and went back to Logansport, where she has been staying. She was in Rochester this week.

Delong
Mr. & Mrs. L. E. SEELEY have a new baby boy at their home.

Short News
William ARTER, of Akron, drove his traction engine to Rochester, where it will be overhauled by ROSS BROTHERS.
Fred TROUTMAN, who formerly lived near Fulton, came from his home in Milwaukee, Thursday, and will spend a few days with friends.
Charles KILMER, who plays in the MANITOU BAND, received a new cornet Thursday. It is gold plated and manufactured by E. K. Blessing, Elkhart, Ind. Mr. Kilmer is the agent for the instruments.

Friday, May 30, 1913

Grave of Pioneer Decorated
A touching tribute was paid, this morning, to Elizabeth LINDSEY, the first white woman buried in the county. She died March 26, 1832 and was buried in what is now the Citizens cemetery. A number of men and flower girls marched to the cemetery and decorated the grave.
Uncle Del WARD, who lived in the vicinity when the only other inhabitants were Indians, was a friend of the woman and remembers her well It was intended that the Manitou Band should lead the march, but as most of the members of the bend were in school this orning, the band could not come out.

Old Soldier Dies
Daniel HATTERY, an old soldier, died at his home in Athens, Thursday afternoon. He was born in Ohio, April 17, 1835. He enlisted during the Civil war and served in Company D 82nd Ohio. The funeral will be held Sunday at 10:30, with services at the residence by Rev. DIXON. He will be buried in the I.O.O.F. cemetery at Akron.

Social Events
Thirty-two young friends of Harold DELP gathered at his home on Madison street Thursday evening in honor of his 16th birthday. . . . Misses Helen DELP and Edna BROWN acted

as hostesses . . . .

Saturday, May 31, 1913

Buys Restaurant
Stant THOMPSON surprised himself the other day, as well as the rest of us by selling his restaurant stock and fixtures to Bud WARE, of Rochester. The purchaser took possession Thursday morning and Stant has no job. He retains his business room and his residence, but has nothing in view for future business activity . . . -- Akron News.

Mrs. Beyer Entertains
Mrs. J. E. BEYER and Mrs. Henry PFEIFFER entertained a number of ladies this afternoon, in honor of Mrs. Samuel KNOOP, of Brooklyn, N.Y.

Talma
The body of Mrs. Isaac LOVE, of Hammond, was brought here for burial last Sunday. The funeral was preached at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. RUFE, of Argos.
Mr. & Mrs. Sam ARTER, and son, of Rochester, visited with Frank ARTER and family, last Sunday and attended the funeral of Mrs. Isaac LOVE.
Last Sunday being Chauncy COPLEN's sixty-ninth birthday, his children gave him a surprise. They were Mr. & Mrs. Chas. PRIMMER and Mrs. MAIN, of Hammond, Mr. & Mrs. Grover COPLEN, of Rochester, Mr. & Mrs. Allie COPLEN and two children Dora [COPLEN] and Milo [COPLEN] of Etna Green, Mr. & Mrs. Bert DUVALL, of Chippawanuck, Mr. & Mrs. Frank COLLINS and daughter Lucile [COLLINS] and Mr. & Mrs. Geo. WALTZ and family.
Mr. & Mrs. Frank BRYANT and two children and Mrs. Hannah BRYANT of Rochester, visited with Mr. & Mrs. Levi SHOEMAKER last Sunday and attended the funeral of Mrs. Isaac LOVE.
Mrs. Nellie PARKER and children of Burket, are visiting her parents, Geo. BRYANT and family. She also attended the wedding of her brother, Loren BRYANT, and Miss Fern RALSTON, last Saturday.

Social Events
A marriage license was issued today to Frank Floor BUSE, son of Alonz BUSE, and Miss Amanda Jane AMMONS, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Milton AMMONS.

Short News
Mrs. D. W. HUTCHINSON, who lives five miles northeast of the city, is very ill and not expected to recover. Her grandson, Art MEREDITH of Elkhart, has been called to her bedside.

Monday, June 2, 1913

Firm Takes New Name
The HOOVER CIGAR FACTORY changed its name this morning. The title is now HOOVER & SON, Cal. HOOVER having taken his son, Harold [HOOVER], into the business.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Daniel KELLEY, of Rochester, a boy [Eugene Maury KELLEY, May 27, 1913]; to Mr. & Mrs. Peter WORKING, a boy [Dana Edward WORKING, June 2, 1913].

Petticoat Machinery Moved
The machinery of the old PETTICOAT FACTORY was moved out, this morning, and shipped to Auburn, where it will be used in the AUBURN GARMENT COMPANY's factory.

Tuesday, June 3, 1913

Fairview May Open Sunday
H. E. PAGE, of Champaign,Ill., is in the city, preparing for the opening of the FAIRVIEW HOTEL, on the east side of Lake Manitou. He announced today that Sunday would probably see his bow to the public as a Manitou landlord.
Mr. Page is bringing from Chicago experienced hotel help and expects to conduct the hotel in a manner not known here. He declares that all questionable persons and practices will be debarred, or that he will give up his lease. He is bringing his family and a number of Chicago people, who will be his guests for a while. He also said this morning, that he would have two musicians here to remain all summer. He will also install a pool table and offer guests free launch transportation.
Fish dinners are to be made a specialty, the menu to show not only Manitou fish, but products of the Great Lakes and the ocean as well. Dinners of a little higher class than set here-to-fore are to be put on, especially on Sunday. Mr. Page is highly pleased with the outlook and believes he will have a successful summer.
"I shall cater," he said today, "to the best trade. If I can't get it, I shall close up the hotel, for I have no desire to run a second class place."

Divorce Wanted by Akron Woman
Julia C. BRYANT has filed suit for divorce from Harley D. BRYANT in the Fulton circuit court, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment. The complaint sets for that they were merried July 28, 1901, and lived together until last Wednesday, when the husband abandoned the plaintiff and three children, the oldest of whom is eleven.
That for several months before May 28, the defendant drank a great deal, was often intoxicated and on several occasions during this time did not go home at night. . . . . Bryant is half owner of the PALACE HITCH BARN at Akron.
The case of Herman FRANKLIN vs Esther FRANKLIN, a suit for divorce, which was set for trial in the Fulton circuit court, today, was dismissed at the petition of the plaintiff.

Former Local Girl A Suicide
Mrs. Grant NYE, who returned from Marion, Monday, reports the death of her niece, Miss Bessie NYE, who committed suicide last Wednesday by drinking carbolic acid.
For several months she had been afflicted with a cancer of the stomach and was in a general depressed condition. Wednesday morning she left her home and went to a drug store, where she ordered some ice cream and bought the acid. When she went out she said she left a note on the table, reading as follows: "Dear papa and mama, I can't stand the pain any longer, good bye. I thank the doctor for what he has done for me, Bessie."
The girl is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Schuyler C. NYE, and was born August 11, 1898, south of Rochester a few miles. For several years she has been living in Marion. She is survived by her parents, three sisters and two brothers. Esley NYE, of near Rochester, is an uncle. The funeral was held Saturday at 10 o'clock, Rev. C. M. SHAWLEY in charge. Burial was made in the Gas City I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Pioneer Dies
John HUTCHINSON, one of the oldest men of the county, and who at one time lived near Rochester, died at Winamac, Monday.

Athens
Daniel HATTERY, an old soldier died here Thursday and was buried Sunday at Akron. Services at the house, by Rev. DIXON.
ATHENS is an up-to-date down. We have four automobiles and have our streets oiled. All we ask is a marshal to stop fast driving over our streets by strangers.

Wednesday, June 4, 1913

Charles Boots Promoted
Charles BOOTS at present advertising manager of the Muncie Press, has been promoted to assistant business manager. . . . He is the husband of Katherine KILLEN BOOTS, formerly of this city.

Social Events
The Lake County Times, Hammond, has the following account of the marriage of a former local woman: "Mrs. Clara CURTIS and Amos HESS were united in marriage Thursday, May 29. . . . . Mr. & Mrs. Hess will be at home at 308 Hohman street. . . . ."
Miss Pansey HARDIN, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. HARDIN, and Harry GARMAN, of Kewanna, were married today, at the Presbyterian parsonage by Rev. S. A. STEWART. . . . . They will spend a week before returning to Kewanna, where the groom is employed in a bank.
George ROSS has purchased a new 1913 KRIT car. HETZGER & CRIM have received a new demonstrator.
Mr. & Mrs. D. PLETCHER gave Mr. & Mrs. KRUWEL and children a fine trip in their new Studebaker, yesterday. The party passed thru Monterey, in sight of Winamac, Star City, thence via Kewanna home. En route they attended a wedding beyond Monterey.

Thursday, June 5, 1913

Divorce Granted
Mrs. Matilda HILL was granted a divorce Wednesday afternoon from her husband, John HILL. Mrs. Hill asked for a divorce on the grounds of cruel treatment. She was allowed by the court $800 and the care of their one child. Mr. Hill will be compelled to pay $1.25 weekly toward the support of the child. Mr. Hill in her complaint asked for $10,000 alimony.

Advertised Letters
Less ALSPACH, Mr. & Mrs. Wm. BAILEY, Mrs. Morris BANKS, J. G. BAUM, H. H. BROWN, Joseph BRUBAKER, Mrs. Amos BURKETT, Mrs. Blanche CRAIG, R. A. LEAVILLE, Elza SANDERS, Mrs. Ray SANDERS, Miss Catherine WALTERS. -- Wm WRIGHT, P.M.

Stork Special
Announcement is made of the birth of a girl to Mr. & Mrs. T. J. GAUMER, [Lois Maxine GAUMER, June 4, 1913].

Bybee to Report on Flood Damage
Halbert BYBEE, son of Lawson BYBEE, who lives east of this city, has just completed his investigation of the cause of floods in the southern part of the state and will make an extended report to the University of Indiana soon. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Friday, June 6, 1913

Through Fence
Fred PARAMORE has initiated his new Stoddard Dayton by leaving the road and running through a fence on the James DOWNS place south of Rochester.

Saturday, June 7, 1913

Body sent to Huntington
The body of Dan MORAN, who was killed in the Erie yards here Friday afternoon, while at work braking, was sent to Huntington, Friday evening, for burial. . . . . . . . .

Old Chair
Benjamin FAIRCHILD and wife, who have made their home here with their son, N. J. FAIRCHILD and family since March, will celebrate their 58th wedding anniversary on June 17th. He stated to the writer Wednesday morning that he has possession of a chair which is 107 years old and still in daily use. Both these aged people are in full possession of all their faculties and are up and around every day. --Kewanna Herald.

Macy
Mrs. Geo. MURPHY and children, who have been spending the past year with her mother, Mrs. M. I. SWIFT, received the sad intelligence, Sunday morning, that her husband, who had been ill with consumption for over a year, died Saturday evening in the sanitarioum at Piedmont, West Virginia, where he had been, in the hopes of benefitting his health. It was a shock to the family, as he intended coming to Indiana as soon as his health permitted and make his home here. Mrs. Murphy and eldest daughter, Eleanor [MURPHY], left for Piedmont, Sunday afternoon.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. John A. VANBAUSCH, of near Talma, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Arthur SLAYBAUGH, of Akron, a boy [Arthur Brice SLAYBAUGH, Jan. 5, 1913].

Grass Creek
Mr. & Mrs. Jim CARTER, west of here, lost a child Monday. The funeral was held at the house, Wednesday at ten o'clock. Burial in Grass Creek cemetery.
Mr. & Mrs. Eli BAKER attended the funeral of his aunt, Monday.

Short News
Mrs. Dan WOLFE, whose maiden name was Georgia MYERS, is the mother of a baby girl. Mrs. Wolfe now lives in Syracuse, Ind.

Monday, June 9, 1913

Half Interest Sold
Daniel "Runt" HUDKINS has purchased a half interest in the pool room north of the court house, from Frank COLE. Business has increased to such an extent that Mr. Cole was compelled to take a partner. The proprietors intend to make several improvements in the next few weeks and make the place first class in all respects.

Local Man Has Contract
Hugh HOLMAN, of this city, now has a gang of men at work at AKRON, where he has the contract to construct a sanitary sewer and pave nearly a mile of streets.
The sewer is being built north from the corner of Rochester and Mishawaka streets, and will run to the W. C. MILLER corner, where it turns and runs east for a short distance. The excavation in front of the interurban station is 11 feet deep.
The brick paving will be done, according to Mr. Holman, as soon as the sewer is finished, and will run north from the corner mentioned to the town limits. The street will be 35 feet wide, the Winona lines being forced to pay the cost of seven feet. On Rochester, the east and west street, the paving will begin at the MILLER [Hardware] store and run east for nearly a half mile. It is hoped the paving may be extended to the west limits of the town, before the summer is over.

Social Events
Miss Nola MANNING, of East Rochester, invited to her home, Sunday, a few intimate friends, the occasion being her ninth birthday. Ice cream, strawberries and cake were served.

Tuesday, June 10, 1913

Twenty Years Ago
The largest class in the existence of the high school graduated this year. They are Misses Congo MEYER, Ida FIESER, Minnie MATTHIESEN, Bessie EMRICK, and Clyde PORTER, Clarence RANNELLS, Chas. ELLER and Milton WHITTENBERGER.
The marriage of Frank COPLEN and Miss Bertha PORTER is announced.
The announcement of the graduates of Michigan University this year, contains the names of Ed. HOFFMAN, medicine, Chas. DRAKE, literary, amd Marvin BARNHART, law.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Ocie KILMER, a boy.
Uncle Sol WAGONER died June 2, at the age of 86.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Jesse NORMAN, of near Macy, a girl.
Social Events
Miss Comma SUMMERS, who formerly lived in Rochester, and who graduated from the local college, has announced her marriage to Hugh KING, of Gilead, Ind. The young couple are well known here. They will reside in Gilead.

Wednesday, June 11, 1913

Store Enlarged
The basement under the NEW YORK CANDY KITCHEN is being enlarged and cemented. The move was made necessary by the need of a place to manufacture ice cream and candy. The addition will be clean and sanitary and strictly up-to-date appliances will be installed.

Will Manage Hotel
Tellie COPLEN left this morning for Texarkana, Ark., where he has leased a hotel. He intends to try the business for six or eight months at least.

Grass Creek Boy Scores
Charles K. WALSH, formerly a Grass Creek boy, who two years ago graduated with honors from the Yale law school, and has since been practicing law in the west, has made good in his new location, according to reports from that section. Walsh is very well known in Rochester as well as in Wayne township.
The Centralia (Wash.) Chronicle-Examiner in reporting an address made by Walsh says that the speech was one of features of the Memorial day exercises, praises him as an excellent speaker and says that the effort was well received. The oration is published in full, and deals in a masterly way with the things the American government has done in few years, and contains highest praise for the veterans who not only established government, but afterward maintained it.
Walsh is a son of Mr. & Mrs. John WALSH, of Grass Creek.

Charles T. Boggs Dead
A telegram received by Charles CAFFYN late Tuesday announced the death of his brother-in-law, Charles T. BOGGS, of Lincoln, Nebraska. Mr. Boggs was the husband of Mr. Caffyn's sister, Mary [CAFFYN BOGGS], who lived here a number of years ago, and was well known in Rochester, where he had visited a number of times. Mr. Boggs, who was well to do, had retired from active business, and had been in ill health for some time. Nothing is known regarding arrangements.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Elva COOK, of Talma, a girl.

Install Vulcanizing Plant
Local automobile owners now have the opportunity of having their tires patched and repaired, as J. W. KERN and SON, formerly of Athens, have installed a vulcanizing plant in the room south of the PROGRESS WHOLESALE GROCERY COMPANY.
Frank KERN, the son, was formerly an employe of the Haywood Tire Equipment Company of Indianapolis and understands the business thoroughly. The new firm is prepared to mend and retread tires, thereby saving many local owners from buying new tires. They can patch blow outs and cuts in a manner that will make them as good as new. At present they are located temporarily and will move as soon as they are able to secure a location nearer the center of the business district.

Macy
L. C. SROUFE, son Scott [SROUFE] and grandson Russell [SROUFE], left Monday for Ft. Benton, Montana, where they will reside until the time has expired to settle for their claim.

Notice of Application of Individual for Renewal License. . . . to sell at retail intoxicating liquor, with the privilege of allowing the same to be drank upon the premises. . . . . Fred PERSCHBACHER. Edward E. MURPHY, Atty. for Petitioner.

Short News
Bert DUDGEON purchased a new automobile of ROSS BROTHERS. The car is equipped with electric lights and a dynamo is attached to recharge the storage battery.

Thursday, June 12, 1913

Stork Special
Mr. & Mrs. Frank RICHARDSON announce the birth of a daughter, which they have named Frances W. [RICHARDSON].

Pioneer is Called Beyond
Jacob McINTYRE, of near Mentone, whose aged wife died recently, when struck by a train at Lapaz as she was on her way to his bedside, passed away Saturday of last week, after a lingering illness. He was 96-1/2 years old, was a son of Mary and Daniel McINTYRE and was born in Champaign county, Ohio, Jan. 6, 1820.
When but a child, he came to Indiana with his parents, where he has always lived. About 65 years ago he was united in marriage with Anna KISINGER. To this union was born 10 children, five sons and five daughters, one daughter, with the mother preceeded him in death.
He leaves to mourn his departure five sons and four daughters; 40 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; an aged brother, Richard [McINTYRE], of Wabash and a host of other friends and relatives. He was preceeded in death by his companion, just three weeks.
Although his suffering was of short duration, he withstood it patiently.

Grocery Sold
The grocery store on Wolf's Point Lake Manitou was sold Wednesday by Lew DAVIDSON to John SWARTWOOD and Ray ADAMSON. . . . The new proprietors own stores in East Rochester and on ninth street and at present Ancil THOMPSON is attending to the lake business. . . .

Dain and Wright Plead Guilty
Lee DAIN and Glen WRIGHT, of Akron, who were arrested some time ago in Akron, for operating a "blind tiger," were arraigned in the Fulton circuit court, this morning and pleading guilty, were fined $50 apiece. . . . .
Shortly before noon the suit of David SUMMERS, of Leiters, to recover $2,500 damages from Chas. BUNN, for injuries received when Bunn struck him with an iron maul, was started. . .

Social Events
On Sunday, June 8th, 1913, the first family reunion of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. RICKEL was held at their home one and one-half miles west of Mt. Olive. All of the children and a number of their grandchildren and great-grandchildren were present. . . . . Those present were, Mr. & Mrs. Mahlon MEREDITH, of Akron, Mr. & Mrs. O. TUCKER, of Sevastopool, Ind., Mr. & Mrs. I. KERN, of Sevastopool, Mr. & Mrs. S. V. RICKEL and son and daughter, of Deedsville, Ind., Wm. G. RICKEL, of Chicago, Mr. & Mrs. A. BROWN and son, of Macy, Ind., Mr. & Mrs. J. W. FITTON, three sons and three daughters of Burket, Ind., Mr. & Mrs. George RICKEL, two sons and daughter now living at home, Mr. & Mrs. A. WHEATON and children, of Rochester, and Mr. PURVIANCE, of Warren, Ind. . . . .

Friday, June 13, 1913

15 Tons Butter Made in 6 days
BEYER BROS. CREAMERY manufactured last week enough butter to last the city of Rochester eight months. The exact figures are 30,160 pounds or a little over 15 tons. These figures show a wonderful increase over former years. The growth is the result of the effort of B. F. WEBSTER, the new superintendent, who took charge of the plant the first of the year.
The local firm has to meet heavy competition in their field from Chicago firms, but notwithstanding they are now receiving cream from points 65 miles south and 100 miles east. They have kept men in the field since the first of the year to look after new business and as a result the amount of cream received has increased over 30 per cent for the same time last year. For instance on last Saturday Beyer Brothers took in at the local station from customers who haul their own cream, over 1000 pounds of butter fat.
In order that the Sentinel readers may understand just how the creamery makes butter, a representative visited the plant. The cream is received at the station in large cans and before it is poured into the receiver it is stirred thoroughly and a small amount taken out which is taken to the testing room. . . . .
As many as eight churnings have been made at the local creamery during the present rush in one day. The bu tter is then packed in large tubs and shiped east to market. Local dealers can purchase as much butter as they desire.
Another improvement has been installed this season which was needed badly and that is a can washing machine, which scalds and thoroughly dries the cans. The cans when they leave the machine are as clean and free from any odors as when they were first made. . . . .

Peru-South Bend Line In Prospect
Another interurban is attempting to come through Rochester, if anything is to be judgled from the following letter received by P. M. CRUME, secretary of the Peru Commercial club, from an Indianapolis man. The letter says in part:
Dear Sir: -- On Sunday, June 22nd I am expecting to be in Rochester, Ind., with Mr. J. A. MAIS, vice-president of the ROCHESTER MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR CO. I have thought that this would be a very good opportunity to hold a little informal meeting to discuss the merits and plans for the proposed INTERURBAN railway from PERU to SOUTH BEND. I am writing to other Commercial clubs along the line. I would be only too glad if yourself and other business men from Peru could meet in Rochester.
I have succeeded in making arrangements with a financial firm in Buffalo, N.Y., to take up our entire bond issue and furnish the actual money to build with. I am negotiating with Mr. Gilbert A. ELLIOTT, of South Bend, receiver of the old South Bend-Logansport line, for the purchase of this company's graded right-of-way from South Bend to Plymouth.
When I come to Rochester I will bring with me various letters showing what I have so far accomplished along the line. Very truly yours, Lui F. HELLMAN.

Canning Factory
Lake Bruce, a thriving little village on the south banks of Bruce lake, six miles south of Monterey, is to have a CANNING FACTORY. A meeting was held by stock holders at the SHOWLEY HOTEL, recently, presided over by E. S. REES of Winamac, and all plans formulated and a complete organization effected.

County Pioneer Passes Away
Caroline B. HUTCHINSON, 81, wife of Derastus HUTCHINSON, of Newcastle township, died at her home Thursday noon, of a complication of diseases.
She was born in Wayne county July 25. 1832. and for forty years has been a resident of this county. The funeral will be from the residence Saturday at one o'clock, Rev. F. C. NAFE in charge. She will be buried in Mt. Hope cemetery.

Arrested in Decatur, Ill.
Ross EMERICK, the boy who left home with Floyd HAGAN several weeks ago, to make his fortune, evidently tried to make it in the quickest way, but unfortunately for him, he was caught. He was arrested in Decatur, Ill., for breaking into a freight car.
Marshal CHAMBERLAIN received a letter this morning from D. T. SULLIVAN, probation officer of Macon county, Illinois, giving the facts of the case and says that Emerick claimed Rochester as his home, the officer released him on parole and wrote here to find his record.

Autos in County Pass 500 Mark
According to the last assessment of personal property, there were in the county, before March first, approximately 400 AUTOMOBILES in the city of Rochester. [sic] Since February first, to date, there have been 75 cars sold in the county, . . . . . . . . Of the 75 sold, 65 have been sold by local dealers.
Some cars are valued at $50 and others are valued at $700, the average being near $300.

Saturday, June 14, 1913

Hand Mashed at Factory
As the result of an accident which happened at the ROCHESTER BRIDGE FACTORY this morning Lou LINKENHELT may lose his left hand. The injury was caused by a large piece of iron which fell unexpectedly. The accident could not be avoided and no one is held responsible. He was taken to Doctor Harley TAYLOR's office where it was found that the two middle fingers were mashed and lacerated. It is hoped that the injured member will be saved.

Social Events
Louis ALTHEIDE, the right hand man in the Progress office, and Miss Ella [COTTON], the oldest daughter of Elder and Mrs. Chas. E. COTTON, will be united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents next Wednesday afternoon, June 18, at four o'clock. Elder B. BILLINGTON will perform the ceremony. The bride is well and favorably known here, having lived here for several years. Louis came to Michigan from Rochester, Ind., about five years ago and has made his home with the Progress family a greater part of the time since. After the ceremony the couple will spend the balance of the week with Mr. Altheide's relatives in Wexford township, and then return to Copemish to reside, where he will continue to be employed in this office. Copemish (Mich.) Progress.
Miss Tessa COOPER, of Argos, and Harley STAYTON, of Mishawaka, were quietly married at the home of her sister, Mrs. Don McLEAN, of South Bend, Wednesday, June 11. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John COOPER, of near Argos, who lived for a number of years in Rochester. In 1890 she was a high school graduate from Rochester college, and for the past two years was a successful teacher in the Marshall county schools. The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Noah STAYTON, of Portage, Wisconsin, who formerly lived in Argos. They will be at home to their friends in Mishawaka, where the groom is employed.
Joe SCHAAF entertained about twenty-five friends at his home yesterday afternoon, in honor of his 10th birthday. . . . .Emerson ZIMMERMAN winning first price and Henryetta WARD winning the "booby prize." . . . .

Short News
James McMAHAN is an extra clerk at Sol ALLMAN's.
Herbert SHOBE has purchased an Overland car from the local dealers.
Mrs. A. M. WERTZBERGER and children, of Chicago, are visiting her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Wm. REAM.
Chas. PYLE and Guy BARR are giving a dance at the K. of P. hall Tuesday evening.

Monday, June 16, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Lewis McKinley JEWELL, of Rochester, a boy [Kilmer R. JEWELL].

Social Events
Fifty years ago today, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas E. JAMISON, who reside at the corner of Main and 11th streets, were married at the home of her father in Clinton county. For the past 35 years, this couple has resided in Fulton county, in Rochester most of the time. . . .Mr. & Mrs. Jamison were married June 16, 1863. To them have been born seven children, four of whom are dead. William [JAMISON], who is an Erie conductor, lives in Huntington, Mrs. Ella PLOUGH makes her home in Marion, and Frank [JAMISON], who is a minister, resides in Lebanon, Oregon. There are nine grandchildren. Mr. Jamison is nearly 69 years of age, while his consort is 71.
In honor of her sister, Mrs. Sam KNOOP, of Brooklyn, Mrs. Henry PFEIFFER entertained at her home on Pontiac street this afternoon. . . . Out of town guests were Mrs. Richard SANGER, of Pittsburgh and Mrs. H. S. BAILEY of Peru.

Tuesday, June 17, 1913

Aviator Here
Aviator BEECH arrived in the city Monday evening and after looking over the field expressed himself as being pleased with the location. He said that he undoubtedly [will] fly over the city unless the wind was too high. If the weather is as good as it was Monday evening, he would guarantee a first class flight.

Germany
Mr. & Mrs. Milt POFFENBARGER have purchased an automobile.
James BRUGH has purchased an auto.

Wednesday, June 18, 1913

Threatened to Explode Bomb
An explosion, which might have caused considerable damage, was perhaps avoided Wednesday morning, when Chief CHAMBERLAIN, summoned by Henry PFEIFFER, took from a Kokomo man, who assisted in the fireworks display Tuesday night, a BOMB, which he was attempting to explode near the BEYER BROTHERS offices on west 9th street.
The man was suffering great pain from a nail wound on his hand, caused during his work recently, and had indulged in enough firewater to make him ugly. Going to the paint shop in the alley by the Beyer offices, he secured a piece of fuse from the stores placed there, and biting the latter in two, attempted to insert it in a gas pipe bomb he had been ordered to get swearing frightfully all the time and vowing that he would blow up everything in sight. Mr. Pfeiffer called officer Chamberlain, who took the pipe away from the man and gave him a short time to get out of town. Whether the pipe was loaded or not, is not known. . . . . His actions gave the Beyer office force a great fright. It was learned later that his home is in Kokomo and that he had visited the city a number of times before, but his name was not ascertained.

Racing Car Here
Harry MARTIN, who was a mechanic in one of the winning Stutz cars in the recent 500 mile race, was in Rochester Tuesday, from Peru, driving Bernie WALLACE's McFarland Six "24" which took part in the 1912 Speedway contest. Mr. Wallace was also in the city and while here was a guest of Jonathan [DAWSON] and George DAWSON, to whom he is related.

Short News
Dr. M. C. K. GREEN, of Pleasant Lake, Ind., who formerly lived in Rochester, is here for the week.

Twenty Years Ago
Prosecutor S. N. STEVENS and Miss Mattie MARTIN were married at the home of the bride in Plymouth.
At the home of the bride's father, Frank PORTER, Frank COPLEN and Bertha PORTER were married by Rev. ROTH.

Geo McCARTY, of Medaryville and Miss FARSLER were married by Rev. A. E. GIFT.
Justice Able BOWERS resigned his office in favor of Col. [Kline G.] SHRYOCK.

Thursday, June 19, 1913

Advertised Letters
B. T. HOODER, Sager HATSONPILLER, Ste--- RAPPIN, Mrs. W. H. LAWRENCE, C. W. ROBBINS, Mrs. Earl STIFFEY, Miss Clia SMITH, Mrs. Ella SMITH. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Damage Suit Is Heard In Court
The attention of the Fulton circuit court was taken today with the damage suit of Sarah A. BUSHAWN vs. Otto McMAHAN. The greater part of the morning was taken in impanelling the jury.
The complaint, which is an interesting one, is as follows: On Sept. 14, 1910, Otto McMahan sold a piece of land in Liberty township to the plaintiff, one of the agreements being that he was to clean the ditch, known as the Thomas R. BUTLER ditch, which runs through the land, within 30 days.
Though the weather permitted, the ditch was not cleaned within the time agreed upon, and Edgar McCARTER, trustee of the township, ordered the ditch cleaned, sending the plaintiff a bill covering the work, amounting to $112.72.
In order to pay this, the plaintiff had to borrow the money or lose part of the land, and to cover the damages she has sustained, she asks for $200.
Mrs. Bushawn, who is 72 years aold, was on the stand the first of the afternoon, as was A. T. DURBIN, who assisted her in obtaining the money.

Grass Creek
Miss Mary VANKIRK is the telephone girl at this place at present.
The funeral of the infant child of Ernest RAME and wife was conducted from the U.B. church last Sunday at two p.m.
Joseph HIZER is agent for the new Duntley Pneumatic Sweeper. One with a suction pump, as well as a brush. You can clean house all year.

Delong
The ERIE RAILROAD has installed telephones on its system.

Macy
Word has been received here that Mr. & Mrs. Charles AMBLER, who formerly lived here, are the parents of a baby girl.
The body of Mrs. Frank COVER was brought here from Peru, Monday morning and taken to the Christian church where the funeral was preached by Rev. GERVIN. Mrs. [COVER] was the daughter of William CARVEY, deceased, and spent her girlhood days in and around Macy. She had been a sufferer from cancer the past two years, when death relieved her Friday evening. A husband and daughter survive her.

Mt. Zion
Mr. & Mrs. J. ANGLEMYER attended the funeral of his brother-in-law, Mr. William BERGER, of Gilead.

Short News
Miss Anna MAIS arrived today from Germany to make her home with her brother, J. A. MAIS, the manager of the ROCHESTER-MAIS AUTOMOBILE FACTORY. Miss Mais is unable to speak English. She left Germany June 9th.

Obituary
Caroline BURNS HUTCHINSON was born in Wayne county, Indiana, July 22, 1832, and died June 12, 1913, aged 80 years, 11 months and 20 days. She was the daughter of Abner and Elizabeth BURNS, and her early girlhood was spent in Kosciusko county. She was married to Durastus W. HUTCHINSON, of Buron county, Ohio, June 16th, 1858, by Dr. Allen L. BAILEY. They started their married life at Sevastopol, later moving to Yellow Creek Lake. In February 1868, they came to the present homestead, where they have since resided, eight children were born to this union, one boy, Charles Wesley [HUTCHINSON], dying in infancy; six sons and one daughter, namely, William T. [HUTCHINSON] of South Bend, Jesse [HUTCHINSON] of Ohio, John W. [HUTCHINSON] of Chicago, Ill., Abner M. [HUTCHINSON] of Marion, Ohio, Mary Elizabeth [HUTCHINSON] of Elkhart, Ind., Jerry V. [HUTCHINSON] of Chicago, Ill., James H. [HUTCHINSON] of Athens, Ind., who with the husband and father together with 15 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, one sister, Mrs. Rebecca ALEXANDER, of Nowata, Oklahoma, and one brother, Martin BURNS of Rochester, Ind., survive.
She united with the Christian church in Kosciusko county early in the spring of 1858, being baptized by the Rev. Wm. PECK. When she moved to the present home in 1868, there was no church of her denomination in the community. On April 5, 1876, the Bethlehem Baptist church was organized and the deceased became a charter member. She has been a consistent Christian woman to the end. A faithful wife and mother, a kind and obliging neighbor, always ready and willing to administer unto the sick and sorrowing, it can truly be said of our departed sister, "She hath done what she could."

Friday, June 20, 1913

Declares Costs Were Once Paid
That he had paid $25 for cleaning out the ditch on the farm he sold to Mrs. Sarah A. BUSHAWN, that he had received a receipt for the same, and that the work had never been done was testified to by Otto McMAHAN on the stand this afternoon, in the damage suit filed by Mrs. BUSHAWN against him. The greater part of the day was taken up in hearing evidence.
McMahan stated that he had given the money for the cleaning of the ditch to George BUSHAWN, son of the plaintiff, and that he had never done the work, as he had agreed to. After two years, the defendant said, the trustee of the township ordered it cleaned at the expense of the owner, who was then Mrs. Bushawn. She was compelled to pay the costs with borrowed money and thinks she should be reimbursed by Mr. McMahan. The defense in the case seems strong and the outcome is problematical.
George Bushawn was on the stand late this afternoon.

In Service 20 years
John STEEN, who for 20 yeas was towerman at the CHICAGO and ERIE crossing east of the city, resigned his position last week. He will work with a gang of men putting in interlocking switches. Mr. Steen has been one of the most popular men on this division of the Erie and during those 20 years has only been off duty for one month.

Short News
Grant MANNING has word from his daughter, Mrs. HURLEY, of Covington, Ind., announcing the birth of a son.

Saturday, June 21, 1913

Akron is Without a Marshal
Akron is absolutely without a marshal this week, as Isaac THOMPSON has resigned. The reason he gave us for the sudden and unexpected action on his part was, that at twenty-four cents per day he could not afford to mar his regular vocation. . . . . . . . -- Akron News.

Divorce Granted to Jacob Crim
The divorce suit of Jacob CRIM vs. Emma CRIM was tried in the circuit court this morning. The divorce was granted . . . .
Mr. Crim testified that his wife left for California in 1910, and that he has not seen her since. . . .
Mr. & Mrs. Crim for a number of years managed the candy store near Seventh and Main streets. . . . .

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Ora HURLEY, of Covington, Ind., a boy. Mrs. Hurley is the daughter of Grant MANNING, of Rochester.
Mr. & Mrs. Chas. RICHARDSON announce the birth of a girl.

To Go To Europe
Dr. Wm. HECTOR, of Chicago, formerly of Rochester, will sail soon for a five month's stay in Europe, where he will take some advanced work in surgery. Dr. Hector was in the city recently to say good bye to his sister, Mrs. C[harles B.] [Bell F. HECTOR] MOORE.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Sylvester ALSPACH entertained with a family twelve o'clock dinner, complimenting her grandson, Orbra TAYLOR, who is celebrating his 22nd birthday today.

Short News
A 30 inch fan has been installed in "MY SHOW," The fan is large enough to change all the air in two minutes. It is the largest fan in the city.
Miss Marjorie WILLIAMS will go to Greencastle Sunday for a visit with Miss Florence GOBIN, with whom she taught school in Porto Rico a year ago.
Strong IRVIN has resigned his position as night man at the fire house. His place is being filled by Chief HAVEN, who is on duty both day and night.
Ralph RAVENCROFT left today on his summer "trooping" trip, shipping his trunks to Akron, where he opens Monday. Mrs. Ravencroft and the children will remain at the lake cottage.

Monday, June 23, 1913

Akron Finds Another Wet Spot
Akron, Ind., June 23. -- Local citizens conducted the second "BLIND TUGER" raid this year, Saturday, when a number of them headed by the constable, John GILSTON, went to the home of Alva SWIHART and uncovered a number of bottles of beer and other liquors. It is said that Swihart has been selling a good deal of beer and whiskey at his farm home, which is two miles north of Akron. . . . .

Defendant Wins Big Damage Case
After deliberating for three hours, the jury in the case of BUSHAWN vs. McMAHAN on suit for damages, returned a verdict Saturday evening in favor of the defencant.

Will Probably End in Divorce
Mrs. Peter WOODS, whose maiden name was Fern SPOHN and who figured in several sensational suits some time ago, has left her husband, Peter WOODS and according to his story, the separation was caused by another man.
Mr. & Mrs. Woods have been living in the house on the Michigan road, south of College Ave. She has one child. . . . She is now staying at the home of Thomas EYTCHESON on Fourth street. Mr. Woods is from Terre Haute, Ind., and he said that he would return to that city. They were married last fall.

Short News
Mrs. Clara GRAHAM, of Rochester, the widow of the late Dr. GRAHAM, who died here several years ago, went from Peru to Indianapolis this morning and will return Monday for an extension of her visit with friends. -- Peru Chronicle.

Tuesday, June 24, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Orval ZIMMERMAN, of Rochester, this morning a boy.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Oda DAGUE Muskegon, Mich., a son. Mrs. Dague was formerly Miss Elsie TOWSEND, of this vicinity.

Twenty Years Ago
Chas. CHESTNUT was married to Miss Minnie JOHNSON, in Bluffton, last night.
The wedding of A. J. DILLON to Miss Allie EDWARDS, to take place at the home of the bride Wednesday, July 5, has been announced.
Mrs. A. F. BOWERS rides a new Hickory bicycle.
Mr. & Mrs. Chas. WINES have a fine pair of twin daughters, a week old.

Social Events
It has been announced that the wedding of Miss Helen LEVI, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph LEVI, and Lester ALLMAN, of Columbus, O., son of Mr. & Mrs. Sol. ALLMAN, will take place at the home of the bride's parents, corner 11th and Pontiac streets, Tuesday, July 8th.

Short News
Mrs. J. E. BEYER and Mrs. Earl BEYER will leave Wednesday for Colorado, to spend several weeks. They will meet Earl [BEYER] and J. E. BEYER on the way.

Wednesday, June 25, 1913

Daughter Finds Body of Father
The gruesome sight of her father, Matthias PEARSON, 65 years old, hanging dead at the end of a rope, greeted his youngest daughter, when she entered a shed on their farm, three miles northwest of Akron, early Wednesday morning. He had committed suicide.
Pearson, who had been in ill health for some time, went to the shed about six o'clock in the morning, placed a ladder against a beam, climbed up and affixed a rope, then put a noose around his neck and jumped off. His neck was broken by the fall. Alarmed by his absence and suspicioning something wrong, his daughter sought him and came upon his body, just as his life was flickering out. Horrified, she hastened to the house, from where the alarm was given.
Dr. A. JOHNSTON, of Akron, was immediately called, but found after his arrival that he could do nothing. Despondency over financial matters and his continued poor health are assigned as the reasons for the deed. Mr. Pearson was in Dr. Johnston's office only Tuesday, seeking a tonic. The farm on which he lived was owned by Mr. GARDNER, of Akron, Pearson renting the place.
Mrs. PEARSON collapsed when she learned of the suicice and since then has been inconsolable. There are five children, all married except the one who lived at home part of the time, and who found the body. Mrs. S. WHITTENBERGER, of south of Akron, is the oldest daughter. There is a son living near Akron, a daughter in Bourbon and a daughter in Chicago. Funeral arrangements are to be announced.

Two Answer Final Summons
After an illness extending over a year, Mrs. Nellie BEMENDERFER died early Wednesday at the home of her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Henry WEIRICK, near the McKinley school, east of the city. She was a victim of tuberculosis.
Mrs. Bemenderfer, who was but 39 years old, was born in this county, Feb. 27, 1874, and lived with her parents until her marriage to D. E. BEMENDERFER. He died nearly 10 years ago, leaving her with two sons, Royce [BEMENDERFER], now aged 14, and Ralph [BEMENDERFER] now 10. The then made her home with her father-in-law, W. J. BEMENDERFER, remaining with him until about a year and a half ago, at which time, she began living with her parents. Shortly afterward, she was taken ill, and has slowly sunk to the end.
Aside from her parents and sons, she leaves four sisters, Mrs. O. WHITTENBERGER, of Peru, Mrs. WOOD, of Indianapolis, Mrs. Lillian NELLANS, of Rochester, Maude BEMENDERFER, who lives at home and two brothers, Charles [BEMENDERFER] and Thomas [BEMENDERFER], both of North Judson.
The funeral will be held in Akron, at the M.E. church, with burial in the I.O.O.F. cemetery there Saturday at 11 a.m.
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Ruth MULLICAN, nine year old daughter of Mrs. Mollie MULLICAN who recently removed from Rochester to Macy, died late Thursday afternoon after an illness of some time with kidney trouble. The Mullicans lived on N. Pontiac street, when they made their home here. The little girl's father, John MULLICAN, died three years ago, and there survive only the mother and one sister. The funeral will be held at 10:30 Thursday, at the M.E. church in Macy, with burial in the Mt. Zion cemetery.

Returns From Funeral
Mrs. Henry DURKES returned home from Burnetsville, Ind., where she attended the funeral of her sister, Mrs. Cathern HOOK, who lived on the home farm with her son, John HOOK. Mrs. Hook had reached the age of almost 88 years and leaves two brothers and one sister. She has been a faithful member of the Evangelical church ever since her girlhood days. Charley [FELDER] and Christian FELDER and Mrs. GORSLINE, of near Kewanna, also attended the funeral. They are relatives of the deceased.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Earl FINEGER, of Indianapolis, a boy. Mrs. Fineger was formerly Miss Hazel HOOVER, of this city.

Social Events
The marriage is announced of Miss Helen Daisy FOORE, formerly of Macy, and Willis M. ENGLISH, which took place Sunday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock at the new home of the bride and bridegroom on north Capitol avenue. . . Among the guests were Mr. & Mrs. J. E. ENGLISH, of Danville, parents of the bridegroom. Mr. & Mrs. English are at home to their friends at 1641 North Capitol avenue. -Indianapolis Star.
An enjoyable time was spent at the home of Mrs. Sarah HUNTER, Sunday, June 23d, when the neighbors, friends and relatives to the number of 48, assembled to help celebrate her 78th birthday anniversary. Her granddaughter, Mrs. Roy KING, and great-granddaughter from Boston, Mass., were present, also Mrs. King's mother from Milwaukee, Wis. . . .
At the home of Rev. F. C. MOON on south Main street, there took place late Tuesday afternoon, the marriage of Asa E. ISAAC, of Flora, Ind., and Nora O[liver] LEWIS, daughter of Chas. T. LEWIS, of Marshtown, Rev. Moon officiating. Mr. Isaac is a telephone lineman and the young couple will reside in his home town.
The first dance of the season at COLONIAL HOTEL will be given Friday, June 27th. Music by KEENAN and LILLARD, of Indianapolis.

Short News
Persons are requested not to call at the L. E. & W. RESTAURANT about trains, as telephone is up stairs. Mrs. Frank LOWMAN.
Frank "Red" RADER, who has been living in Toledo, O., for several years is looking up old friends in Rochester this week.

Thursday, June 26, 1913

Canning Plant Busy With Peas
The ROCHESTER CANNING FACTORY is now running full blast, the pea crop having arrived at the cutting point. Load after load of the leguminous product is being brought in daily, and the force at the plant is extremely busy.
Because of the delay in ripening of the corn, Manager [Floyd J.] MATTICE arranged to run two lines of canning machinery, and also planned to put on a night force if necessary, thus practically quadrupling what is the usual output of the factory. The two lines of machinery have been put in, enabling the plant to turn out the cans just twice as fast as here-to-fore. . . . .

Social Events
Announcement has been received here of the marriage of Jacob FOX, formerly of Rochester, and Miss Norma STRAUSS, which took place at the home of the bride in Columbia City, Tuesday night. After the wedding trip, the couple will return to Columbia City to make their home, as the groom has a store there. . . . .

Short News
Mrs. John TROUTMAN, Mrs. I. N. JONES, Mrs. Ed. VAWTER and daughter Alice [VAWTER], Mrs. J. P. BROWN and daughters Bess [BROWN] and Mamie [BROWN], and Miss Irene SHOTT, went to Macy this morning, to attend the funeral of Ruth MULLICAN.

Friday, June 27, 1913

Harry Martin is Mishap Victim
Harry MARTIN, mechanician for Chas. MERZ, who drove the last lap in the recent 500 mile automobile race at the speedway with his car on fire to win third place, was killed at the Indianapolis speedway while testing a car Thursday. Martin's assistant, Frank AGAN, was probably fatally injured. . . . . . . . .
Martin was killed instantly. It is doubtful whether Agan will recover. Martin was a son of Edward MARTIN, who formerly lived in Fulton. The family removed to Peru after Harry was grown, and has since resided there. The boy went in for the auto racing game, and was rapidly rising in the ranks. . . . . . . . .

Social Events
Word has been received by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Otto CAPLE of this city, that the marriage of their son, John [CAPLE], and Miss Stella FREAS will take place in Miami, Fla., Sunday. Mr. Caple grew up near Rochester and is very well known in this city. He is at the head of a large dairy in Miami and the fact that the concern is owned by a very wealthy man, makes the young man's future bright. Miss Freas is a former Philadelphia girl and of a splendid family, which makes its home in Miami, where she was teaching school when the romance began.

Saturday, June 28, 1913

Fulton Woman Dies
Mrs. Michael KOCHENDERFER after an illness of two years died Wednesday at Longcliff. Her body was brought to Fulton, where the funeral was held Friday. . . . Mrs. Kochenderfer leaves a son, Frank [KOCHENDERFER], and a daughter, Mrs. James ABBOTT.

Social Events
Friends will be pleased to learn of the marriage of Everett EULETTE to Miss Delores LUKENS, which took place last Thursday at the bride's home in Chicago. Mr. Eulette is a grandson of Sam DAWSON, of this city, and the bride has near ralatives in Roann. Mr. & Mrs. Eulette will come here Monday and make their home on Chas. W. HOOVER's place, near the lake.

Monday, June 30, 1913

Stork Special
Mr. & Mrs. Tom McMAHAN announce the birth of a boy, [Rolland McMAHAN], early this morning. Mother and child doing nicely.

Death Calls Charles Kepler
Chas. KEPLER was found dead in bed this morning at the home of his brother, Martin [KEPLER], where he has been living for the past two years. The death was very sudden, but not unnexpected, as Mr. Kepler had been suffering with asthma and other complications for some time. He was past 62 years of age.
Deceased was born in Dayton, Ohio, March 6th, 1851, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Johnathan KEPLER. He came to Miami county when three years of age with his parents, where they passed away several years ago. In 1894 Mr. Kepler was married to Susan AULT. Several years later they were divorced and she is now living in Macy, Ind. Mr. Kepler was a member of the Methodist church. He leaves three sisters and one brother, Mary BAIN of Michigan City, Libby BAIN of Missouri, Margaret STOPHER, of Wyoming, Martin KEPLER and Julie YIKE of this city.
The funeral will be held Tuesday at the Ebenezer church.

Social Events
Sunday was the time of a happy reunion of the McKEE family, when six brothers and sisters for the first time in 20 years met together at the home of Mr. & Mrs. J. J. HILL . . . .
The following members were present: Mr. & Mrs. J. J. HILL and son Fred [HILL] of Chicago, Mrs. Jack KAHOE and daughters, Mrs. John BAKER and Miss Anna [KAHOE], of Norman, Oklahoma, Mr. & Mrs. Virgil McKEE and son Harve [McKEE] of Dowagiac, Mich., Mrs. B. A. CARTER and daughters, Edith [CARTER] and Mary [CARTER], of Hammond, Ind., Mr. & Mrs. Albert McKEE and family, Ira McKEE, of Iron Mountain, Mich., Mr. & Mrs. Ralph LEBO and children of Kewanna, Eleanor MAYS, Mary [BAKER], John [BAKER] and Esther BAKER, of Norman, Oklahoma.
Late Saturday two marriage licenses were issued by the county clerk. One was issued to Oliver M. BUNGARD, a grocery man of Butler, and Miss Effie M. HODGE, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Platt HODGE. The other was taken out by Lester CRABILL, of Union township, and Miss Ruth MILLISER. The latter were married the same evening by Justice TROUTMAN.

Short News
J. A. MAIS intends starting the ROCHESTER-MAIS TRUCK on its test tour Tuesday or Wednesday. It will be loaded with a ton of brickbats and rocks.

Tuesday, July 1, 1913

A Quick Purchase.
The big belt on the south dynamo at the ELECTRIC LIGHT PLANT became damaged, Monday, when a large piece of leather tore loose. At four o'clock Superintendent Chas. DAVIS telephoned to Chicago for another belt, 90 feet long and two feet wide, which arrived here at two o'clock this morning. It was at once taken to the plant, where it was cemented together, and in a few hours was ready for use, should the old one go to pieces.

Has to Spend $60,000 Yearly
Carl JESSEN, formerly connected with the Logansport Daily Reporter, left today for Fairfield, Ia., lwhere he has accepted a position as advertising manager of the Louden Machinery Co.
The company is one of the largest manufacturers of sanitary dairy barn equipment in the country, and are extensive advertisers. Mr. Jessen, as advertising manager, will have to spend $60,000 with newspapers and magazines.
Mr. Jessen went to Logansport from Kewanna, where he was editor and publisher of the Kewanna Herald. During his stay in Logansport he had made many personal friends who rejoice to learn of his good fortune. --Pharos Reporter.

A Correction
The Sentinel published an article recently to the effect that Mrs. Adam AULT had left her husband, which was a mistake in that the name was reported wrong. The parties concerned are Mr. & Mrs. Anderson AULT.
Mrs. S. Fry Dead
Mrs. Sarah FRY, a former well known Liberty township woman, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. E. TRIPPEER in Peru, Monday evening. Death came following a stroke of paralysis, which occurred about a week ago. Mrs. Fry, who until recently lived just east of Fulton, made her home with her daughter. Her husband has been dead for some time, but there are surviving a number of children. John [FRY] of Peru, Dan [FRY] of Blue Grass, William [FRY] of Elwood, Mrs. TRIPPEER and W. E. SOWERS of Peru. The funeral and burial were announced for Mexico Wednesday afternoon.

Short News
Mrs. John YODER, of Denver, came here, Monday, on account of the death of her uncle, Chas. KEPLER.
Mrs. Julia YIKE, M. V. KEPLER, Rev. Richard SPOHN and Rev. TAYLOR went to Denver this morning for the funeral of Chas. KEPLER.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. J. T. BURNS, Tuesday morning, a nine pound girl. To Mr. & Mrs. E. E. REPLOGLE, of Elkhart, a girl; to Mr. & Mrs. Edgar A. BAKER, of Wayne township, a girl.

Wednesday, July 2, 1913

Some Smoke
A. B. CHAMBERLAIN reports that he manufactured during June 17,500 "Single Binder" cigars, and 300 of another variety. Practically every one of them was sold to a Rochester dealer. "B" has trouble in keeping up with his orders.

Rochester Gets on Trolley Line
It has been finally decided that Rochester will be on the route of the LaPORTE-LOGANSPORT TROLLEY, according to word from the former city today. . . . . . . . .

Start On Tour
The test tour of the ROCHESTER-MAIS COMMERCIAL TRUCK, which was to have started today, has been postponed until tomorrow. Mr. MAIS, accompanied by Jay OSBORNE, will visit all the surrounding cities, Indianapolis, South Bend and Chicago. The truck has been on the streets for two days and runs nicely. It weight 2,560 pounds.

Twenty Years Ago
A marriage license was granted to John BURNS and Carrie E. DOWNS, last week. One was also granted to Zachariah T. HARLEY and Estella HAVEN, but it was revoked when the clerk learned that [the] girl was only 14 years old.
John A. MANWARING of Mentone, and Miss Luda THOMPSON were married by Rev. O. A. COOK at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Dr. LORING.

Thursday, July 3, 1913

Awful Accident
Alfred WINTHER, three years and 11 months old, son of Mr. & Mrs. Carl WINTHER, was killed late Monday, in his own back yard by a 22 calibre rifle ball fired by Ernest REYNOLDS, 10 years old, from the second floor of a house. The young boy was about to enter the house when hit by the bullet. He cried out and ran toward the house. The mother heard the cry and immediately rushed to the boy only to have him die in her arms. Reynolds was shooting at rats.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd REES, of Richland township, a girl.

Social Events
Among Wednesday wedding licenses at Plymouth was Harry E. BRINEY, farmer, of Rochester, and Miss Eva F. STANLEY, of Argos.

Friday, July 4, 1913

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Saturday, July 5, 1913

New Marshal in Akron
After being without a marshal for a short time, Chas. ONSTOTT has been appointed to that office and is now enforcing the law.

Boy Is Missing From Home
Robert COLLINS the twelve year old son of Mr. & Mrs. Ezra COLLINS is missing and the last seen of him was at the lake Friday, where he was with his father. It is thought that the boy is at one of the lake cottages.
The boy is red headed and weighs about 100 pounds. . . . . Mrs. Collins is prostrated and thinks that the boy has been killed or fouly dealt with.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Jesse BALDWIN, of north of the city, a girl.

Macy
Ruth MULLICAN, oldest daughter and second child of John and Mary Louisa MULLICAN, was born in Rochester, March 20, 1904, and departed this life in Macy, June 24, aged 9 years, 3 months and 4 days. Funeral services were held in the M.E. church, by Rev. E. H. KENNED, Thursday morning and interment Mt. Zion cemetery. The relatives from a distance who attended the funeral were: Mrs. Harriet NEFF, Mr. & Mrs. Amos SANDERS and baby, Mrs. John HAIMBAUGH and daughters of Germany, Chas. MULLICAN, of Peru, Mrs. Chas. HUNNESHAGEN, of Rochester, besides a number of friends from that place. . .

Delong
J. C. BUNNELL has a new Auburn car and L. E. SEELEY has a new Little Six.

Monday, July 7, 1913

Dies in Oregon
Word was received this morning of the death of Mrs. Harry SHIELDS, of Anhill, Oregon. Mrs. Shields was formerly Miss May ALLEN, of the Mt. Olive neighborhood.

Additional Locals
Mr. and Mrs. C. D. SISSON and Mrs. Emma RANNELLS went to Bristol this morning to attend the funeral of Mrs. Sisson's half-sister, Mrs. Savilla CATHCART.

Charles Kader Dead
Charles KADER, a native of Germany, and one of Peru's prominent, old citizens, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Cy PALMER, at 616 West Third street at 10 o'clock yesterday, from the effects of a stroke of paralysis suffered several months ago. Mr. Kader is the grandfather of William [KADER] and Ernest KADER, local jewelers.

Social Events
A marriage license was issued Saturday evening to Lester ALLMAN, son of Mr. & Mrs. Sol. ALLMAN, and Miss Helen LEVI, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph LEVI. They will be married at the home of the bride's parents, Tuesday, at high noon, Rabbi CRONBACH, of South Bend, officiating.
Harley R. MATHEWS, son of Mr. & Mrs. Stephen MATHEWS, and Miss Carrie Fern DUDGEON were married Saturday evening, by Rev. THOMAS, at the Christian parsonage, in Talma.
Albert LEVI, of Columbus, O., has come to Rochester for the marriage of his sister, Miss Helen [LEVI].

EXTRA ANNOUNCEMENT. We wish to announce to the public that we will discontinue vaudeville performances in connection with the K. G. theater, until further notice. For a time, at least, we offer three reels of the highest grade moving puctures for 5 cents. Remember every night for 5 cents. Roy SHANKS, Proprietor.

Thursday, July 8, 1913

Stork Special
The following births are on record for the Fourth of July. To Mr. & Mrs. Chas. KREIG, Henry township, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Raymond MYERS, of Kewanna, a boy; and to Mr. & Mrs. Ralph DAY, of Akron, a boy.

Wm. Surguy, 83, Called by Death
William SURGUY, 83, one of the oldest residents of the county and a veteran of the Civil War, died at the home of Boyd BIDWELL, on north Pontiac street, at 12:40 Tuesday a.m., after a stroke of paralysis due to long suffering from gallstones and other troubles.
Deceased was born Jan. 10, 1830, five miles north of Rochester, and lived in this county during the many years of his life, with the exception of two years when he lived in northern Michigan. He was in the army during the war, during which time he went blind. During recent years he lived at the corner of Twelfth and Jefferson streets. He was a member of the Adventist church.
He was married twice, the first time wedding Emma BEAGLE, and the second Lettie BIDWELL. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Joseph ORMSBY, of Tiosa, and Mrs. Anna TYNER, of Union Mills and one brother, A. A. SURGUY, of Tiosa.
Though the funeral arrangements have not been made, buriel will be in the Sand Hill cemetery, north of Rochester.

Divorce Asked by Woman
Charging that her husband treated her badly, deserted her, committed adultry with Ida MYERS, of Roanoke, and contracted from the latter a loathsome disease, Rosa CARR has filed suit for divorce from Walter R. CARR.
The complaint states that they were married Dec. 17, 1904, and lived together until June 22, 1913, when, after calling her vile names, the defencant left her, and their six year old boy, and went to Huntington, where he is now.
He has been working for the Chicago & Erie R.R. Co. . . . . . . . .

Weston To Reach City This Evening
Edward Payson WESTON, veteran pedestrian now on a tramp from New York to Minneapolis, is expected to arrive in Rochester not before eight o'clock this evening, and probably later. At two o'clock this afternoon he was at Disko, 15 miles east of here, and had averaged about three miles per hour since leaving Huntington.
At 5:30 this morning he was at Bippus, 33 miles east of here and two hours later, he was at Servia, 26 miles east. . . . .
Weston was due here July 4, and is consequently four days behind his schedule. When he reaches Rochester, he will have tramped 890 miles, and have three-fifths of his 1,500 mile walk completed. He left Decatur early Sunday morning.
Weston is accompanied by representatives of the Hudson Motor Car company and his daughter, who travel in the auto.

Social Events
Miss Martha Marion TOWNSEND entertained sixteen friends at the home of her parents, south of Rochester, Monday night, to celebrate her seventh birthday. . . . .

Twenty Years Ago
Mrs. Cora B. NEELY has filed suit for divorce from James NEELY, for desertion.
At the home of Mr. & Mrs. Andrew EDWARDS, Wednesday, was solemnized the marriage of A. J. DILLON and Miss Allie EDWARDS. . . . .

Wednesday, July 9, 1913

Rochester Gets View of Weston
Accompanied by Mayor SMITH, who bade him good bye and God speed at the north city limits, Edward Payson WESTON, the 75 year old PEDESTRIAN now on his way from New York to Minneapolis, where he will lay the corner stone of the Minneapolis Athletic Association, on August 2, left Rochester at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning going west via the river road. He rested nearly three hours in this city.
Weston expected to reach North Judson, 31 miles west, by nightfall, his daughter getting there by train to meet him. . . . .
"Last night, just before the storm came up, I stopped at the home of James CURTIS, just this side of Akron. He insisted that I stay all night, and I did. . . . ."
Short News
The funeral of William SURGUY will take place at ten o'clock Thursday morning, with services at his residence on South Jefferson street by Rev. McNEELY of Tiosa. Burial in the Sand Hill cemetery.

Thursday, July 10, 1913

Auto Test is Successful
John A. MAIS returned to Rochester, Wednesday night, after demonstrating the ROCHESTER-MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR three days in Indianapolis and in Fort Wayne, Marion and Defiance, O., in which last named place, a probable buyer was found in Chris WIENTERICH, a florist.
The machine ran better than Mr. Mais' expectations and aside from a leaky radiator, which was no fault of the machine, there was no trouble at all. In Indianapolis the truck was shown in a number of garages and show rooms, and was demonstrated for speed and hill climbing.
Mr. Mais has decided to postpone the Chicago trip until later.

Would Assemble Automobiles
E. L. GRANGER, general sales agent for the FORD MOTOR WORKS, and James WATTERS, general superintendent of the NORDYKE MARMON CO., who are spending a few days at the lake, are trying to interest local men in ESTABLISHING A FACTORY here, for the assembling of automobiles.
A meeting was held in the Commercial club rooms, this week, at which were present Omar B. SMITH, Frank BRYANT, A. C. DAVISSON, Ike WILE, J. F. DYSERT and others. The proposition was placed before them. The promoters will not consider less than $35,000 worth of stock being sold. They say they can build and sell 100 cars the first year.
Nothing would be made here, not even the bodies, which would come already painted. It was suggested that the ROCHESTER MACHINE SHOP be bought for the work. E. R. CREAMER [sic] is the one who is most interested in the project, but no definite action has been taken.

Erecting Line
The ROCHESTER LIGHT HEAT & POWER CO have been busy the past week in Argos and on the Michigan road north of here setting poles, for the "juice line" that is to connect their plant with the Argos one. Indications are that the company will be ready to deliver current to the town on schedule time, October 1st.

Advertised Letters
Harry M. COLE, Miss Treva GEAR, P. C. KITCHEN, Miss Louise J. MILLIMAN, Mrs. W. W. WOLFF. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Delong
Mrs. John LARGE, formerly of this place, but who has resided at Culver for a few years, died at her home there Saturday. Friends of hers here extend their sympathy to the bereaved children. The funeral services were held Monday.

Macy
Dr. & Mrs. M. H. TAYLOR are the proud parents of a baby boy since Sunday morning.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Burdette TURNER, of Union Mills, attended the funeral of William SURGUY, here, today.
Rev. McNEELY, O. ORMSBY, Ward CHAMBERS and D. A. B. SURGUY and sons, of Tiosa, were here today to attend the funeral of William SURGUY.

Friday, July 11, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Otto W. APPLEGATE, of Wayne township, a girl

Original Truck is Siezed
A Mr. BOONE, of the MODEL ENGINE CO., of Peru, took possession of the truck brought here by J. A. MAIS, and will hold it until Mais cancels a debt which Mr. Boone says he owes the firm. . . . . . . . .
There are a number of stock subscribers in the ROCHESTER-MAIS COMPANY who have not paid for their stock, and this will be collected. As a great part of this money is due Mais, he will be able to pay the debt.

To Mount Cannon
John HILL is at work building concrete foundations for the CANNON at the court house. They stood on their wooden foundations for fifteen years, and had begun to get rotten, when the commissioners ordered them pushed over a few weeks ago in order that they would not fall on any one. . . . . . . . .

Fall of Three Feet Kills Man
Anton DOWHICK, an Italian laborer on the Erie was instantly killed Thursday at Leiters Ford, when he fell off of a hand car striking his head on the track. His head was crushed and death came instantly. He fell a distance of three feet. . . . . . . . .
The funeral was held this afternoon at Leiters Ford. All of the Italian laborers attended. The victim was a young man about 21 years of age. He was a native of Italy. . . . .

Social Events
Miss Anna CLAYTON announced her engagement to Geo. W. NICHOLSON, Thursday night to 12 friends at the home of her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Sampson CLAYTON, on Fourteenth St. . . . . Mr. Nicholson is a draftsman and holds a responsible position in Elkhart.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. John NUNGESSER have purchased a new five passenger touring car of the RITCHEY & ROBBINS agents.
Mrs. George SURGUY, of South Bend, and her son Harry [SURGUY], attended the funeral of William H. SURGUY, Thursday. They will return to South Bend this evening.
Roy CANNON, son of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph CANNON, of Kewanna, and who has charge of the schools of Benton county, Oregon, as County Superintendent, writes that he is at present in Salem, the state capitol, on the Examining Board. -- Kewanna Herald.

Saturday, July 12, 1913

Will Accept Good Position
After five years of efficient service in the employ of the Rochester Sentinel, Russell PARKER will resign this evening to accept the foremanship of the Plymouth Democrat.
Russell, better known to his friends as "Rud," deserves a great deal of credit for the strides that he has made in the newspaper world. He left school to enter this office and since then has had but one week vacation. He is a clean young man and a steady employe. The best wishes of every one are expressed for his success in Plymouth.

Another "Tiger" Lair Found
Chas. TALBOTT was arrested, Friday afternoon, by Sheriff COPLEN, charged with illegally selling intoxicating liquors.
The affidavit was made by John "Froggy" BICK, who said that he had bought a drink from Talbott on Coney Island in the morning. The reason "Froggy" signed the affidavit is that when he tried to get a drink in the afternoon, he was refused. This peeved him.
Talbott, who at one time ran the road house on the Akron road, east of the Colonial hotel entrance, known as the "Farm," was released upon his own recognizance. . . . .

Social Events
Announcement has been received here of the marriage of Prof. O. A. JOHNSON and Miss Francis JENNINGS, both former teachers in the Rochester schools, which took place at Los Angeles, Cal., Wednesday, July 2. . . . . Prof. Johnson succeeded Prof. D. T. POWERS as principal of the high school here, remaining until 1907, when he left to associate himself with the Los Angeles schools . . . . Miss Jennings was for several years a teacher in the grade school here . . . . Mr. & Mrs. Johnson will reside in Los Angeles.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. George BEACH and family, of Detroit, who have been the guests of her parents, Mr. & Mrs. George HOLMAN, have been called home on account of a death.

Monday, July 14, 1913

Small Child Dies
Mercer CLEMENS, the 10 months old son of Mr. & Mrs. Leo CLEMENS, died Sunday evening as the result of an attack of cholera infantum. The funeral will be held Tuesday at the home.

Tuesday, July 15, 1913

Mrs. Levi Young Passes Away
After eight years of most patient suffering, Mrs. Levi [Mellissa] YOUNG died at her home on west Eighth street this morning. Every community has those afflicted, but perhaps no one in this city has endured with greater resignation than Mrs. Young who for 12 years has been afflicted with creeping paralysis. For eight years she has been unable to move from her bed, except when assisted to her chair, where she spent the greater portion of that time. Her friends and neighbors have marveled at her cheerfulness and although compelled to suffer with intense pain at times, she never failed to have a pleasant word for everyone who called.
The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon, at 1:30 o'clock at the Methodist church.

Additional Locals
Lyman BRACKETT, today, drove Roy DENISTON's Chalmers, which was damaged last week in an accident, to Detroit, where the body will be repaired.

Obituary
Abram J. WHITTENBERGER died last Saturday at the farm home east of Claypool at the age of 82 years, 6 months and 3 days. The remains were brought to Akron, Monday afternoon. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. JONES, of Anderson, and interment in I.O.O.F. cemetery. He is survived by four children and aged companion. Mr. Whittenberger was the eighth son of Wm. & Joanna WHITTENBERGER, one of the families that came to Akron the first day of July, 1836, when the Red men were the only residents. The subject of this sketch resided with the parents until young manhood, but kept in touch with his locality all his life, as pioneer memories and family ties were firmly rooted in his affections. Of this remarkable family of ten brothers and one sister, two brothers yet remain and attended the funeral. They are Hiram [WHITTENBERGER], the youngest of the ten, a resident of Larwill, Indiana, aged 78, and Daniel [WHITTENBERGER], of Akron, aged 88. It was a pathetic scene to see the aged brothers bending in sorrow over the beloved brother who mourned with them April 24 of this year, when their brother, Thomas [WHITTENBERGER], was laid to rest by the side of . . . . Abram's tomb.
One noticeable feature of this funeral occasion, was the friends and I.O.O.F. lodge were conveyed from Claypool in automobiles. The historical biography gave an account of the pioneer families cutting saplings, making their own road as they traveled from Medina county, Ohio, in 1836. Also in 1849 Mr. Whittenberger and brother Thomas, Wm. SIPPY, George McCLOUD and another comrade journeyed to the Pacific coast and located at Marysville, California. They made the journey with an oxen team over the Rockies, through the prairies and the desert land. Two of this company lived to return to the beloved homeland. Mr. McCloud died and was buried in the desert. It is truly remarkable that one lifetime should be long enough to witness such changes in the way of travel from the brush cutting to the automobile. Mr. Whittenberger was a man of very even temperment, always extending hospitality and assistance to every one, and when in health, was unusually active in church and lodge matters.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Otto BOELTER, a girl. Mr. & Mrs. Fay RUSSELL announce the birth of a daughter this morning. Mr. & Mrs. Wm. HENDERSON are the parents of a baby boy, born this morning. Born to Mr. & Mrs. Clarence MARSH, of near Rochester, a girl.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Otto CARLSON entertained a number of friends at their home on west Ninth street, Monday evening, to celebrate their first wedding anniversary. . . . .
Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE, of the First Church of Christ, officiated at a wedding in the court house at 11 a.m., today, Jacob BARNES, 22, of Akron and Miss Mazie MEYERS, 18, of Mentone, being the contracting parties. Mr. Barnes will take his bride, who is a daughter of James MEYERS, to Marion, where the young couple will make their home.

Twenty Years Ago
Albert RICHTER was married to Miss Mayme KEITH, last week.
Mrs. Willis CARTER has died, heart failure being the direct cause.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Lou FELDER, a girl.
A marriage license . . issued to Reuben WAECHTER and Miss Anna H. STEPHEY.
Newt TRUE is putting up windmills in Pennsylvania.

Wednesday, July 16, 1913

Arrested For Wife Beating
James O'BLENIS was arrested by Marshal CHAMBERLAIN lateTuesday afternoon, charged with beating his wife, and was brought before Justice EWING, where he pleaded guilty.
. . . . fined and costed him $24. Not having the money, O'Blenis is in jail.

Takes New Position
Donald C. PLANK, of Wilmington, Del., is in the city for a few days visit with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. C. K. PLANK. He has just returned from Bay City, Mich., where he made arrangements to assume the general management of the Missoula, Mont., Gas Co., which is owned by a Michigan capitalist. . . . .

Is Rival of Local Creamery
BEYER BROS. have many competitors in butter making, especially among farmers wives, but Mrs. John DOWNS, south of Rochester, probably makes more butter than any other woman in the community.
She has done away with the old fashioned hand churn, and has hitched her churn to a gasoline engine, which every morning assists her in making 15 or 20 pounds of the necessity. Every step in the manufacture is in accordance with the latest improved methods.
Sixteen cows are milked just for butter making. The butter when made is formed into bricks and packed in cartons the same as the creamery product. Every Saturday the butter, about 120 pounds, is delivered. As Mrs. Downs' butter is better than ordinary, she receives more than the market price.

Matrimony?
John DUNN, plumber for ROBBINS & RITCHEY, has left the city for a few days vacation. A matrimonial venture is rumored.

Thursday, July 17, 1913

Advertised Letters
J. A. BORDEN, Mrs. Cintha BOYNEY, Miss Alice CUNNINGHAM, C. H. HOOVER, Miss Jeanette LaGRANGE, Miss Jennie LEITER, Mrs. Howard METCALF, Russell REPPERT, Walter SMITH. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Fulton County Man Dies
William GREGORY, aged 59, a resident of Fulton county from birth, died at his home west of Rochester, Wednesday night, after long suffering from cancer of the stomach. He was born Nov. 19, 1854, in Fulton county. He is survived by his wife, three brothers, James [GREGORY], Charles [GREGORY] and John [GREGORY] and one sister, Mrs. Martin [Elma J. GREGORY] KING. He is also a step-father to James BATCHELOR, of this city. The funeral arrangements have not been announced.

Suicide Effort Proves Failure
Made despondent by financial troubles, a quarrel with a friend, and a love affair, Dave SQUIRES, 36, son of Mrs. Ben SWEET, who lives a block south of east Ninth street, attempted suicide at the mother's home late Wednesday afternoon, by the chloroform route. He was saved by the quick action of his mother, who found him lying on the bed and hastily summoned help. A physician brought the almost lifeless man back to consciousness. He will live. . . . . . . . .

Short News
Relatives and friends attended the funeral of Mrs. Levi [Mellissa] YOUNG, which was held at the Methodist church this afternoon. Rev. J. D. KRUWEL conducted the services. Interment was held at the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Friday, July 18, 1913

Mrs. Hunt Found Dead by Husband
"I feel a great deal stronger today and I think that I will be very near well in a few days," said Mrs. Wm. HUNT to her son, Louis, Thursday. But the suddenness of death was soon to be exemplified. This morning she was found dead in bed by her husband. The unexpected death of his wife with whom he has lived in perfect harmony for over 37 years, has nearly prostrated him.
Mrs. Hunt has been ill for the past ten weeks with a complication of troubles and finally succumbed this morning to an attack of apoplexy. The hour of her death is not known, but it is thought that she had been dead for several hours, when found.
Mrs. Clara HUNT was born in Pennsylvania August 19th 1852, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George BOOKS. When very young she came with her parents to Ohio and later they moved to Indiana. In 1876 she was married to William HUNT to which union were born John [HUNT], who now lives in Bushnell, Illinois, and Louis [HUNT], of this city. She leaves three sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Pierce PONTIUS, of Wagoners, Mrs. Kate WOLFORD, of Fulton, Mrs. Jennie LOUX and Mrs. Elza SMITH, of Bellingham, Washington, and Fremont [BOOKS] and S. BOOKS, of near Macy.
Mrs. Hunt was a member of the Evangelical church. The funeral will be held Monday. Other arrangements have not been made. Those wishing to call may do so at the home on east Ninth street.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. GOOD, of Rochester, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Philip LITTLE, of Rochester township, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Fred STEPHEY, of Akron, a girl; and to Mr. & Mrs. Alonzo WALTERS, of Newcastle township, a boy.

Here to Attend Funeral
The following were here Thursday, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Levi YOUNG: Mr. & Mrs. James WILSON, of Ober, Indiana; Sidney LEITER; Mr. & Mrs. William LEITER and Mr. & [Mrs.] Clyde LEITER, of Star City, Eli LEITER, of Leiters Ford, and Levi LEITER, of Germany.

Saturday, July 19, 1913

Funeral of Mrs. Hunt
The services over the body of Mrs. Wm. HUNT will be held at the residence on east Ninth street, Monday afternoon, at two o'clock. Rev. C. A. WRIGHT of the Evangelical church will have charge. Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

On Honeymoon Trip
Mr. & Mrs. Neal COREY of Wabash, are on their honeymoon trip and stopped in Rochester to visit their grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. William BRINEY. They will visit before returning, Paul COREY, of Marion, Ind., and Mr. & Mrs. M. D. COREY, of Argos, Ind.

Monday, July 21, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Harry DOWNS, at Rochester a girl.

Glove Factory Record Broken
Miss Minnie ALEXANDER, who has held the record for one day's work at the GLOVE FACTORY, made an increase, Friday, from thirty-one and one-half dozen to thirty-three dozen pair, or a total of seven hundred and ninety-two gloves. This meant an average of about one and one-third gloves per minute for ten hours, and only lacking three cents of making three dollars for her day's wages. . . . .

Social Events
Friends in this city have received announcement of the marriage of Miss Louise WAGONER, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Charles WAGONER, and William E. CONNER, which took place in LaPorte, the home of the bride, on Tuesday, July 15. Mr. & Mrs. Conner have been spending two weeks in Chicago, and will return to LaPorte for two weeks, when they will leave for Maricopa, Cal., to make their home. . . . . The bride formerly lived in this city and is a niece of Mrs. Alice EMRICK. . . .

Social Events
Harley EMMONS, well known here, and Miss Myrtle E. GARVER, of Burr Oak, are licensed to wed in Plymouth.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Harry WILSON went to Indianapolis Sunday and came back in their own car, which they purchased there.
Mrs. Harley TAYLOR and daughter went to Thorntown, Saturday, Mrs. Taylor having received word that her cousin, Boyd TAYLOR, 17 years old, had been drowned while swimming in Sugar Creek, a stream about as large as the Tippecanoe.

Tuesday, July 22, 1913

Husband Once Murder Suspect
Disappearing one year after their marriage, and utterly failing to provide, is the reason Nina H. CARLSON has filed suit in the Fulton circuit court, for divorce from John G. CARLSON, whose present whereabouts are unknown.
According to the complaint, they were married Oct. 29, 1910. Three weeks after that date the defendant was arrested on a charge of murder and was held in the jail in Crown Point until Feb. 1911. After he was released he frequently became intoxicated and quarrelsome . . . . Finally, on Nov. 4, 1911, he left and has not been heard of since.

Social Events
In honor of the seventh birthday of her daughter, Yetta [ENTSMINGER], Mrs. Clyde ENTSMINGER entertained a number of her little friends at the home on south Pontiac street, this afternoon. . . . .
William P. WALSH, of Grass Creek, and Miss Theresa FLANIGAN, who resides in Logansport, were granted a marriage license there. They will be married in Grass Creek Wednesday.

Short News
Alice RICE went to Macy Monday night, to take charge of the L. E. & W. station during the vacation of E. L. JORDAN, the agent.

Wednesday, July 23, 1913

Has Resigned
Jesse SHELTON resigned his position at the MANITOU Barber Shop this morning and will accept a like one at the ARLINGTON Barber Shop, Saturday.

Social Events
Miss Theressa SNYDER [sic] and William WALSH were married at the St. Ann Catholic church Wednesday morning at 9:00 o'clock, attended by Miss Ella COSTELLO and the groom's brother, John WALSH. . . . .
Miss Ruth BRACKETT, daughter of Mrs. Ella BRACKETT and sister to Miss Mary BRACKETT, will be married at the St. James church, Chicago, this evening at six o'clock, to R. P. COX, of Chicago.

Short News
Mrs. Delphia TAYLOR went to Winamac, this morning, to attend the funeral of a great uncle.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Otto McMAHAN, Wednesday, a boy, [Robert O. McMAHAN].

Thursday, July 24, 1913

Wanted to See Wife Dead
"The happiest moment of my life will be when I look on your face in the coffin," are the words Mrs. Omar CONGER alleges her husband has spoken to her, as well as names and epithets too vile to mention in a complaint for divorce filed today.
The suit was filed through her attorney Henry BIBLER. It states that they were married May 28, 1898, and lived together until the fifth of this month, on which day the defendant left her and their adopted daughter, Mildred [CONGER], 12 years old. For two years Conger has not provided for her, and in order to obtain food and clothing she has had to take in washings. He also gave notice to various grocers and butchers about the city not to allow her to have supplies unless she paid for them.
She asks that a divorce be granted, that the adopted daughter be given into her charge, and that she be given $500 alimony. She also asks that an allowance for her support be given her until the case is decided.

Advertised Letters
A. BEAMAN, Howard H. BREWER, S. H. FISH, Mrs. Jennie McCREY, Miss Cora METHENY, Mrs. Ema TORNSON. --Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. N. R. STONER, a boy, [Robert Severns STONER], Tuesday.

Social Events
Elias H. DEBOLT, of Kewanna, and Mrs. Martha A. GOSSON were married by Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE, this morning, at ten o'clock, in the clerk's office. Mr. Debolt is a retired engineer. They will live in Rochester.

Short News
The new turbine engine has been received by the ELECTRIC LIGHT CO.

Friday, July 25, 1913

Asks for $5,000 in Alimony
Five thousand dollars is asked by Mrs. Mina MOORE, five miles south of Kewanna, who has filed suit for divorce from John S. MOORE, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment.
Mrs. Moore, in the complaint, states that they were married in Kokomo February 6, 1910 and lived together peacefully until January of this year.
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Lucinda O'BLENIS has filed suit for divorce from James O'BLENIS, who is now is jail serving a sentence for intoxication. They were married Dec. 24, 1884 and lived together until July 15, 1913, on which date the plaintiff left, as the defendant on that day came home drunk, and choked, beat, kicked, and struck her, and said he would kill her. The plaintiff says she thinks he would have done so but for the intervention of their son, Donald [O'BLENIS], 22 years old. She asks to have custody of her daughter, Nellie [O'BLENIS], aged 16.

Died Very Suddenly
Mrs. Jennie CAPLE RUFFLE, who was married six weeks ago, died this morning at the home of her sister, Mrs. KRAMER, of Rose Hill. She was visiting at the home of her sister and was soon to leave with husband for a trip through the south. She has one son, Paul [CAPLE], by a former marriage. The funeral will be held Friday at one o'clock, burial at Bethel cemetery.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Omar BRICKLE, today, a boy.

Germany
Roscoe BERRIER has a position at the Erie depot at Rochester.

Akron
Mr. & Mrs. Geo. OSGOOD, of Sacramento, Cal., are in Akron visiting relatives and the few friends yet remaining after an absence of forty-six years.

Twenty Years Ago
John BROWN of Henry township has been arrested charged with assault with intent to commit murder on his step-father, Sam KAMERER.
Marriage licenses were issued this week to James O. PARMER and Miss Emma OVERMYER, and James J. ZELLERS and Miss Norma FULLER.
Mr. & Mrs. Gould KILMER have divided their property and agreed to separate.
Reuben WAECHTER and Miss Anna STEPHEY were married at the bride's home east of the lake, Sunday, July 9, by Rev. ROTH.

Saturday, July 26, 1913

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Monday, July 28, 1913

Oscar F. Smith Called by Death
Oscar F. SMITH, who has been suffering with asthma for over a year, died this morning, at nine o'clock, at Rochester, Minnesota, where he went last Wednesday, to take treatment. Mr. Smith was a veteran of the Civil war and afterwards spent 26 years in the regular service.
Mr. Smith was born in Pennsylvania, August 31, 1843. When six years old he moved to Rockford, Ill., where he lived when the war broke out. He then enlisted in the 11th Illinois. After the war he enlisted in the regular army and later in the marine corps. He has been in every port in the world and spent seven years in foreign waters.
About 25 years ago he married Anna PARKER, who survives him. Mr. Smith was a familiar figure at the meetings of the G.A.R., where he was highly loved and respected. When he left the army he was retired on full pay as sergeant. Funeral arrangements have not been made.

Louis Marshall Dead
Louis MARSHALL, a former resident of this city, died Friday at his home in Burr Oak. The funeral was held Sunday. Mr. Marshall was past 60 years of age, and was a carpenter by trade.

Went Down River
Guy BARR, Robert SHAFER, Chas. PYLE, Misses Mary DAWSON, Mildred PFEIFFER, Margaret PLANK, and Mr. & Mrs. Otto CARLSON floated down the river Sunday, from the bridge here to Leiters.

Short News
Allen SCHEER arrived home the first of the week from Youngstown, with which team he has been playing professional ball. He has been bought by the Brooklyn club and joined them at Cincinnati Saturday for his first game, going with them thence to Chicago. -- Kewanna Herald.

Tuesday, July 29, 1913

After Long Service
After eight years of service as teamster for Levi BAKER, at Wagoners Station, Arly GILLILAND resigned Saturday night and will accept a position with Bert LEEDY at Deedsville. Mr. Gilliland is very well known in the Wagoner neighborhood and is a brother of R. GILLILAND, of this city.

Funeral Wednesday
The funeral of Oscar F. SMITH will be held at the house Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. ERWOOD assisted by Rev. BUTLER will have charge of the funeral.

Is Seriously Ill
Mrs. Katherine ELKINS is very ill and not much hope is expressed for her recovery. She is staying at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Riley McINTIRE, on east 10th street.

Short News
The statement in the Sentinel, to the effect that a child was born to Mr. & Mrs. Omar BRICKEL, should have read to Mr. & Mrs. Oscar BRICKEL.
Miss Grace McGAW, formerly a teacher in the high school, has been given a place on the high school faculty of Long Beach, Cal., where she taught in the grades during the past year. The new position carries with it a substantial increase in salary. The McGaw family, of Franklin, will spend the winter in Long Beach.

Wednesday, July 30, 1913

Short News
Earl A. MILLER is considering leasing the ACADEMY OF MUSIC for the coming season.
Mr. & Mrs. Geo. OSGOOD, of Sacramento, Cal., are guests of Mr. & Mrs. O. A. DAVIS. Mr. Osgood was formerly a resident of Rochester and left 47 years ago.

Twenty Years Ago
Mrs. Lincoln CONNER, of Macy, was overcome by heat and died shortly after.
B. F. FRETZ has accepted a position as bookkeeper at the MAZINA mills.
Ambrose PONTIUS and Miss Viola STARR have been licensed to wed.

Thursday, July 31, 1913

Death's Call is Extended to Two
Wm. GORDON, son of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel GORDON, died Wednesday night, after ten days illness of pneumonia, contracted as the result of a cold bath plunge taken when he was in an overheated condition.
"Billy" GORDON was one of the best known and liked farmers in the county, and his death comes as a shock to many. He was known as an industrious man, and his good nature and friendly spirit made him many friends in the county.
He was born in Fulton county, September 1876. He attended school in the Fulton county township schools, and there made friends of all with whom he came in contact. In 1905 he married Miss Verna HAY, sister of Mel HAY, county surveyor elect. He is survived by his wife and two children, George [GORDON], aged six, and Harry [GORDON], aged five; his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Samuel GORDON, and four brothers, Frank [GORDON], Eugene [GORDON], John [GORDON] and Lyman [GORDON], all residents of this county.
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon, with services at the home, on the Ed. MERCER place, southwest of Rochester, at two o'clock by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL. The body will be buried in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.
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Mrs. Katherine ROGERS, aged 77 years died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Riley McINTIRE, on east Tenth street, at 1:50 this morning, after being ill all summer from cancer of the liver.
Anna Katherine HECATHORNE was born in Fulton county, near Macy, in 1876, and has been a reisdent of this county all her life. She was first married to James ELKINS, then to Lon COLLINS and last to David ROGERS, all of whom she survived. She leaves two sons, Richard ELKINS, of Rochester, and Frank [COLLINS], of Tiosa, and one daughter, Mrs. Riley McINTIRE, of this city. A sister, Mrs. Sylvester McCARTER, of Joliet, Ill., is living.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon with services at HOOVER's Chapel at two o'clock. The children will endeavor to obtain the services of Rev. MERCER, of Kokomo, for the funeral.
The remains will be buried in the Citizens cemetery.

Returns From Funeral
Mrs. C. M. BUCHANAN returned Monday evening from Covington, Ind., where she attended the funeral of her brother, E. W. RICHESON, who died in the Peru Railway Hospital, at Peru, last Friday.

Stork Special
Born, to Mr. & Mrs. Howard DuBOIS, a boy, [Robert Oren DuBOIS].
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. A. EMMONS, of Union township, a boy; to Mr. & Mrs. Clem R. MILLER, of Rochester township, a boy.

Tiosa Is Stirred by Elopement
Robert NEWMAN, aged 25, and Miss Hazel GREEN, aged 15, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Luther GREEN, of east of Tiosa, eloped some time Wednesday night before two o'clock, have not been heard of since. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Friday, August 1, 1913

Marry Secretly Then Wire Home
"Marian and I were married in Albion last night. Will go to Kendallville today and Chicago Friday, as planned. -Lyman."
This telegram, received from Rome City, Ind., by Dr. and Mrs. Charles GOULD, Thursday afternoon, was the first intimation they had of their son's intention to wed this summer. The girl in the case is Miss Marian COOPER, daughter of Mrs. John COOPER, of Kendallville, and well known here.
Dr. Lyman GOULD, now an interne in the Cook County hospital at Chicago . . . .
Dr Gould is a graduate of the local high school, of Chicago university and Rush Medical school, finishing there with high honors this spring. He served for a while in the hospital at Gary, and then through his high class work, secured the interneship of 21 months in the Chicago hospital. He is specializing in surgery and will probably locate in Chicago, where the couple will now reside. Dr. Gould is exceedingly well known here, where he spent his boyhood days, and the best wishes of many friends go with him in his new venture. He is a member of the Phi Delta Theta and Phi Beta Kappa fraternities.
The romance first began when the two met here several years ago, Miss Cooper being at the time a guest of her sister, Mrs. August BEYER. . . . . Mrs. Gould was a student at DePauw until the death of her father several years ago, and is a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority.

To Take Claim
Miss Alice STAHL will leave Saturday or Sunday for Lamas, Colo., where she will take up a government land claim and make arrangements to build upon it. Later she will return and move with her mother, Mrs. Rebecca STAHL, to Colorado to make their future home.

Died at Kewanna
Mrs. Elizabeth RHODES, a long time resident of Silver Lake, passed away Monday evening at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Belle WILKINSON in Kewanna. The body was taken to Silver Lake Wednesday and Thursday the funeral services were held, conducted by Rev. Noah McCOY, of Claypool. The interment took place in the cemetery southeast of Silver Lake. The deceased has a large circle of near relatives and friends.

Canton and Cornell
Lou CANTON and Will CORNELL have purchased the stock of goods owned by Pat McMAHAN and have charge of it. They intend increasing the stock and conduct a first class grocery store in every way. -- Fulton Leader.

Mrs. Jesse Bearss Called by Death
After suffering for over a year as the result of a stroke of paralysis, Mrs. Jessie BEARSS, wife of the late George BEARSS, died at the family cottage at lake Manitou, Thursday evening, at eight o'clock. Death was not unexpected and the end came a relief to many days of intense pain and acute suffering. Mrs. Bearss was stricken with paralysis in January, 1913.
Mrs. Bearss was well known in this county because of her activity in social work previous to her illness and also because of her husband, who was known for his enterprise and the fact that he was one of the largest land owners in this county. Mr. Bearss has been dead two years.

Mrs. Bearss was born in this county March 3rd, 1864, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs John McBRIDE. About 27 years ago she was married to George Bearss. Four children were born to this union, two of whom are living, George McBride BEARSS and Gresham BEARSS.
Mrs. Bearss has been identified with the Presbyterian church for many years and was always active in all its work. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at the home of the son, Gresham. Rev. STEWART will have charge of the services. Interment will take place at the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

To California
Misses Faye WRIGHT and Verna SHONK will leave Monday for Oakland, California, where they expect to remain for an extended time. Miss Shonk severs her connections with BEYER BROTHERS where she has worked for six years and Miss Wright has been a faithful employee of HOLMAN and BRYANT's for several years. They have the best wishes of all Rochester people.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Vine CURTIS, a girl, [Catherine M. CURTIS].

Social Events
In honor of his 33rd birthday, the members of the Sun office had a surprise party on Ray BROWN at his home on Fulton Ave., Thursday evening. . . . .

Short News
Dean NEWCOMB, Ayrton HOWARD, Chas. KILMER and Baker KILMER played with the AKRON BAND, Thursday night, in Akron.
Louis HOOVER left Thursday night for Joplin, Mo., where he will join a U. S. Geological surveying crew and remain with them indefinitely.
Sidney MOON, who has been visiting in Culver, returned to Rochester today. He will leave for his home in Portland, Ind., Saturday. He is a well known former Rochester resident.

Advertised Letters
Edward BOYD, Roy H. BRYANT, Miss Zinda DAY, Louis GOLLMER, Miss Hazel HART, C. G. KIMMEL, Miss Ruby McDOWELL, John OSBORN, E. L. REYNOLDS, Percy SMITH, Mrs. E. STAHL, Roy WOLF. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Saturday, August 2, 1913

Makes Many Cigars
During the month of July, A. B. CHAMBERLAIN manufactured 21, 250 cigars, 20,000 of them being "Single Binders," which seem to be one of the most popular local brands. He paid out $63.75 in tax on the tobacco and several times that much for the manufacture of the "smokes."

Elopers Did Not Leave Here
Luther GREEN, father of Hazel GREEN, of near Tiosa, has found that Robert NEWMAN and the girl, who eloped Wednesday night, gave Byron LOUIS, of Mentone, $20 to take them to South Bend, from where it is thought they went to Michigan. . . . .

Social Events
Louis GREEN, son of Mr. & Mrs. Amos GREEN, of Culver, and Miss Ruth WHITTAKER, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Conrad WHITTAKER, of near Rochester, were married this afternoon in the clerk's office, by Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE. They will make thir home in Hammond, where Mr. Green is employed by a contractor.

Short News
Archie TIMBERS and W. P. WATSON have purchased Ed. HILL's dry cleaning business.
Mrs. A. E. EVANS returned to her home in West Lebanon, this morning, after visiting her son Emil EVANS and wife.
Sol ALLMAN and Kline SHORE began packing wool, today. Their estimated purchases this year total 150,000 pounds.
The ROCHESTER ICE CREAM COMPANY sent 125 gallons to the LEITERS FORD PICNIC, today. 1,500 ice cream cones were also expressed.

Monday, August 4, 1913

Manitou Claims Second Victim
Four men drove out of Chicago Saturday morning with intentions of spending their week's vacation on the shores of lake Manitou. . . . .
Within 50 feet of the shore and in six feet of water, Anthony SCHAACK drowned in lake Manitou Sunday morning at four o'clock, the first victim to give up his life in that manner in the last 25 years of the history of this well known body of water. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dies As Result of Broken Arm
As the result of a motorcycle accident, which happened July 2nd, in which he broke his arm, Harry MOORE passed away at the Woodlawn hospital today at noon. Death was directly caused by blood poisoning.
While riding his motorcycle in Chicago, the first of July, Mr. Moore ran into a wagon and in the collision broke his arm. He was taken to a city hospital and later brought to Rochester and placed in the Woodlawn hospital. Not withstanding the efforts of several physicians, he became very ill and passed away today.
Mr. Moore had only been a resident of Rochester for a short time as he came here in May to take charge of the ROCHESTER GARAGE and MACHINE SHOPS. He leaves a wife and one child. The body will be sent to Perry, Iowa, where the funeral will take place. He was a native of Iowa and was only 28 years old.

Social Events
Miss Esta CRUMLEY, of Culver, spent Monday here visiting with Mrs. Joseph CANNON and her children and grandchildren. She leaves the latter part of the week for Corvallis, Oregon, where on next Tuesday she will be united in marriage with Roy CANNON, County Superintendent of Schools, and son of Mr. & Mrs. Jos. Cannon, of Kewanna. -- Kewanna Herald.

Short News
Mrs. Jacob MYERS went to Peru this morning to attend the funeral of her cousin, James ROBBINS.
While returning from Culver Sunday evening, Sylvester ALSPACH and family lost their way. They drove 40 miles out of their way before they got to Rochester.

Tuesday, August 5, 1913

Boys To Winona
A party of Rochester boys, including Lucius MILLER, Maurice COLE, Russell STACY, Glenn STEWART, Edwin HARTMAN, Karl BECKER, and Murray McCARTY, will hear Schumaan Heink at Winona Lake this evening. Tomorrow they will join the Kappa Sigma Pi boys for a week's outing.
Social Events
Perry WENTZEL and Miss Georgia PERRY were married this afternoon at the Methodist parsonage. The couple are respected residents of the Bruce Lake neighborhood.

Short News
B. F. WEBSTER left for Gillman, Illinois, last evening, where BEYER BROTHERS opened their new creamery Monday.

Wednesday, August 6, 1913

Are Setting Poles
The string of poles which will carry the POWER TRANSMISSION LINE from the local electric plant to ARGOS is now set south from the Marshall county town to the Glaze hill, north of the river. The workmen expect to reach Rochester next week. Most of the poles are 34 feet high, some, however, being 40. The wire will be strung as soon as the poles are all set.

Loses Index Finger
While working the riveting machine at the ROCHESTER BRIDGE FACTORY, Monday afternoon, E. W. BUTLER lost the index finger of his right hand. He was taken at once to the office of Dr. Harley TAYLOR.

Thursday, August 7, 1913

Advertised Letters
Mrs. Iva BUND, Dr. Addison BYBEE, Mrs. E. MILLER, Miss Madge PERRY. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Would Save City $1,000 Annually
The proposal that Rochester pump its water by the water power it owns, has been made to the Sentinel by Hugh HOLMAN, a well known local engineer and contractor. In a letter to this paper, he says: ". . . . . . . . I appears to me that this water power for pumping with an auxialiary electric powr for emergencies, would be about the proper combination for the water works. . . ."

Social Events
Mrs. Thusnelda E. PEEMOLLER, of Indianapolis, has announced the marriage of her daughter, Thusnelda, to William BARRETT, the ceremony having taken place Tuesday, August 5, at the Peemoller home in Indianapolis. The Peemollers formerly lived here, where they are well and favorably known. Mrs. Peemoller is a cousin to E. VonEHRENSTEIN. The couple will make their home in Broad Ripple.

Friday, August 6, 1913

Big Purchase
L. G. HOLTZ, of Rochester, Saturday bought the elevator plant, lumber yard and coal business of A. D. TONER at Fulton, valued at $20,000. Possession was given Monday and J. E. SNEPP, formerly of Kewanna, will remain as manager.

To Enter Army
Harley NELLANS, son of Ami NELLANS, will leave the first of next week for San Francisco, where he will enter the quartermaster's department of the U. S. army. Nellans served in the regular army several years ago, being honorably discharged after an encounter with a native in the Phillipines, during the course of which one thumb was neatly severed by a bolo, in the hands of the Fillpino.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Fred REED, a boy.

Short News
EWING BROTHERS will move their grocery into their new building on E. Ninth street, next week.
The funeral of the two year old child of Virgil BAKER, who died at the home in Fulton, was held Thursday.
SHORE & ALLMAN, of Rochester, on Tuesday packed and shipped from this point two cars of wool bought some time ago of Wm. LISEY. -- Kewanna Herald.

Saturday, August 9, 1913

Battery Reunion
The twenty-first annual reunion of the 14th INDIANA BATTERY will be held at Lake Wawasee on Wednesday and Thursday, August 27th and 28th. It was decided last year that the meeting should be held at that place. Ed. DITTON, father of Con DITTON, of Rochester, and Dr. Leslie STEPHENSON, brother of R. C. STEPHENSON, are to be hosts.

Ex-Resident is After Siam Post
Omar DOWNEY, who, as announced in Friday's Sentinel, is in Washington seeking an appointment as minister to Siam, is practically a Rochester boy, having been born and reared here. He is a nephew of Mr. & Mrs. Dan AGNEW, of this city, and was at one time an employe of the Sentinel. Since leaving, some 25 years ago, he has owned several newspapers in northern Indiana, now being proprietor of the Churubusco Truth.

Canal Survey to Be Started Soon
That a preliminary survey of the proposed barge CANAL from Toledo to Chicago via Fort Wayne, will be ordered by the war department, at a not far distant date and that the survey will disclose the practicability of such an inland waterway, was the opinion expressed to a Fort Wayne Journal Gazette representative by General Bixby, chief of army engineers, to whom the matter will be finally referred before the secretary of war is asked to authorize the survey, according to an article published by the Ft. Wayne paper.
The announcement is of great local interest since it is probable that the Fort Wayne route will put Rochester on the big canal. . . . .

Social Events
Francis M. SHIVELY, of Akron, and Miss Readie BLACK, of Mentone, were united in marriage at the M.E. parsonage Friday morning, at Warsaw, in the presence of a few friends, Rev. A. G. NEAL officiating. After the ceremony they left for Akron where they will make their future home, the groom being employed as a clerk at that place.
Miss Henrietta ROSS, 1116 S. Monroe street, was the victim of a surprise by 24 of her boy and girl friends Friday night, the occasion being her 12th birthday. . . . .
The culmination of a romance which began when Miss Bertha CASTLEMAN taught school in North Dakota, was reached today when Peter HANSON arrived from the northern state and a marriage license was issued to the couple at the county clerk's office.
Mr. Hanson is a banker in his home town, and became acquainted with Miss Castleman when she taught school in the West. She lives near Germany. They will live in North Dakota.

Short News
Robert SHAFER resigned his position at BEYER BROS., today, and will rest until school begins in the fall.
Robert MARSH, of New York City, will arrive Monday to visit his mother, Mrs. James MARSH and other relatives.
Mr. & Mrs. Gar REED and daughter, of Cheyenne, Wyo., are here for a few days visit with his mother, Mrs. Lin REED.
William CLAY was called to Lafayette, today, on account of the seirous illness of his mother, Mrs. Nancy CLAY, who lives in the Soldier's home.

Monday, August 11, 1913

Prodigal Would Return to Tiosa
"Luther GREEN, Tiosa, Ind. I am ready to come home. Come after me. -- Hazel."
The above telegram was received Sunday, from Gary, Ind., by the father of the girl who eloped Thursday, July 31st with Robert NEWMAN and is the first word received from the 15 year old daughter who caused such a commotion in the village of Tiosa.
In an interview with Mrs. GREEN this morning, she said she supposed her daughter was staying at the home of her sister, Mrs. Eliza TEMPLETON, who lives in Gary. . . . . .

Mrs. Louis Bailey is Dead
Mrs. Louis BAILEY, aged about 55, died Sunday afternoon at two o'clock in her home two and one-half miles south of Leiters Ford, after an illness of rheumatism for several weeks.
Mrs. Bailey was the wife of a popular and well known farmer, and had many friends in the community who were shocked to learn of her death, despite the fact that it was not sudden. She leaves beside her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Blanche CAMPBELL, of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. Stella KINZIE, of Valparaiso, Ind., and one son, Clark BAILEY, who resides on the farm.
No funeral arrangements will be made until word was received from the daughter in the West.

Tuesday, August 12, 1913

Sam Barkdoll is Dead, Aged 79
Samuel BARKDOLL, 79, one of the city's oldest and best known men died at noon Tuesday, at the home of Marshal John CHAMBERLAIN on Fulton Ave., variloid and old age combining to bring life to a close.
Until this summer, Mr. Barkdoll had enjoyed fairly good health for a man of his advanced years. However, during the past month, he had been failing rapidly and only last week, was taken to the Woodlawn hospital, where after a few days, it was feared that he might be developing small pox. He was removed to the home of his son-in-law, John Chamberlain, where despite constant attention, he passed away. Previous to his retirement from active business several years ago, he was at the head of the PLANING MILL near the Lake Erie station. He was probably as well known as any man in the city and numbered his friends by the legion.
Samuel Barkdoll was born Nov. 18, 1824, in Foundaindale, Adams county, Pennsylvania. As he grew up, he learned the trade of a cabinet maker and following a general trend, he came West in 1856, when he was 22 years of age. Here he met and married Miss Aletha SMITH and to their union were born these children, Minnie [BARKDOLL], who is dead, Schuyler [BARKDOLL], of Detroit, and Trude [BARKDOLL], who lives here. Some time after the death of his first wife, he married Miss Sue STRADLEY. To them were born John [BARKDOLL], Nora [BARKDOLL], George [BARKDOLL], Elsie [BARKDOLL] and James [BARKDOLL], all now deceased, except James, who lives in Denver, Colo. Mrs. Barkdoll died a good many years ago. One sister, Mrs. Chris. HOOVER, is living. There are a number of grandchildren living.
There will be no public funeral, health authorities fearing the contagion. Burial was to be made Tuesday if possible.

Hazel Green Was Married in Mich
Although she told the justice of peace at St. Joe that she was but 15 years of age, Hazel GREEN and Robert NEWMAN, who eloped from her home in Tiosa, July 31st, were married at the well known Michigan summer resort, according to the story told the Sentinel by Luther GREEN, who just returned from Gary, where the newly married couple are staying. . . . . . .
Mr. & Mrs. Newman, according to the bride's father, seem to be perfectly happy and will make their home in Gary, where the groom has hopes of obtaining work. Mr. Newman is past 36 years of age and had been employed as a farm laborer around Tiosa.

Short News
Mary STINSON, who has been in California for the past six years, returned to Rochester, Monday, to stay.
Sam HOFFMAN went to Mishawaka today to attend the funeral of Mrs. Levi NEWMAN who was buried there this afternoon.
Mr. & Mrs. Peter HANSON, who were married Sunday at the home of Ike ONSTOTT, have left for their home in Towner, N.D.
Word has been received from Mr. & Mrs. Joe GORDON, of Los Angeles, Cal., that they will soon be back to Rochester, to make this place their future home.
Mr. & Mrs. Max BAILEY and daughter, Lavonna [BAILEY], left Monday, for Niles City, Montana, where they will visit for several weeks. Margaret BAILEY, who has been in Montana for some time, will return with them.

Wednesday, August 13, 1913

Edward J. Moore is Dead
Edward J. MOORE, a well known Rochester citizen, died this morning at his home on west Sixth street, after an illness of six weeks. His death was caused by bright's disease. Mr. Moore has been in poor health for over a year and only has been able to attend to his duties as bartender at Percy HAWKINS saloon a part of the time. He died this morning at two o'clock.
Edward Moore was born near Fulton, Ind., May 5th, 1870, the son of Mr. & Mrs. William MOORE, who died when he was but eight years of age. Deceased then came to Rochester and made his home with Mr. & Mrs. John MOWE until his marriage five years ago to Mrs. Anna GREER. He was married July 12, 1906.
Mr. Moore was a member of the K. of P. lodge. He leaves the following relatives: a wife, two sisters, Mrs. John MOWE and Mrs. Ida TUTTLE, of Mentone and two brothers, Thomas MOORE, of Sweetsers, Ind., and Anderson MOORE, of Rochester. He has a half-brother living at Athens, Geo. MOORE.
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon, at two o'clock, at the United Brethern church.

Was Caught Stealing Cattle
John SCOTT, of near Bruce Lake, was arrested in Logansport, Monday, for the theft of six cattle from the farm of John PATE and O. C. SPRAGUE, who live near Kewanna. Scott, after taking the cattle, started to drive them to Logansport, but while on the road sold two of the cattle to Mack GRABLE. Arriving in Logansport, Scott made arrangements to sell the remaining four head to a butcher, but was arrested by the police before the deal was closed. Scott is about 53 years of age and has served two terms in the Ohio state penitentiary for larceny. This is the first case of cattle stealing in this county for years.

John Baer Dead
John BAER, aged about 60, is dead in Kewanna, having passed away at a hospital in Logansport. He was for many years a citizen of Wayne township and was well known in that community.

Advertised Letters
Carl BIDDINGER, Miss Helen HENSEN, Miss Myrtle KING, Wm. V. LAHEY, B. L. LINKENHELT, Miss Main SNYDER, Mrs. Olen SURNERS, O. P. THRUSH, James B. WAGONER, Amos WHITELEY, Jr. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Attachment Served
Notice was served upon J. A. MAIS today to appear in Justice TROUTMAN's court Saturday, an attachment having been made upon the launch placed by him in the lake, because of a debt owed BAILEY & ELLIOTT. Mais disclaimed ownership of the speed boat, but refused to state whose it was.

Here For Funeral
The following people were called here today, on account of the death of Edward MOORE. Mr. & Mrs. Clinton TUTTLE, of Logansport, Mrs. Roy McFARLAND, of Mentone, Mr. & Mrs. James PHILLIPS, of Michigan, and Misses Laura [GREER] and Carrie GREER, of Leiters Ford.

Social Events
Invitations have been issued by Mrs. Sol ALLMAN, south Main street, announcing a reception Friday afternoon in honor of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Lester ALLMAN, who will soon go with her husband to Columbus, O., to live. . . .

Thursday, August 14, 1913

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Mike SHERIDAN attended the funeral of Mrs. Amanda BAILEY at Leiters, Wednesday.
Earl SISSON, who has a position with a railroad in Miles City, Mont., is spending a vacation with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. C. D. SISSON.
Mrs. Ray NELLANS returned to her home in Peru after attending the funeral of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Lou BAILEY.
The funeral of Edward MOORE will be held at the U.B. church Friday afternoon at two o'clock. Rev. BUTLER will have charge.
Mr. & Mrs. Harry NORRIS are moving their household goods from Peru to Rochester. They will reside in the Norris property on south Madison street.
The poles of the POWER TRANSMISSION LINE between Rochester and Argos are all in place and within another month the lines will have been strung and in use.

Friday, August 15, 1913

Funeral Held
The funeral of Edward MOORE, who died Wednesday, was held at the United Brethern church this afternoon. The services were under the auspices of the K. of P. lodge. The Citizens Band lead the march to the I.O.O.F. cemetery. A large number of friends and relatives were here to attend the funeral.

Social Events
A marriage license was issued today to Russell BURCH and Myrtie SOWERS. Mr. Burch is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Jerome [BURCH?] and Miss Sowers the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. S. P. SOWERS. They will reside on a farm.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. John HOOVER of Chicago, are here to be with his step-mother, Mrs. Sarah HOOVER, of Athens, who is seriously ill.
Word has been received that Robert HOOVER, brother of Cal. HOOVER, of this city, was injured seriously the first of the week, while working in a planing mill at Weyerhauser, Wis. According to reports, Mr. Hoover sustained three fractured ribs and a badly lacerated side. . . . .

Saturday, August 16, 1913

Social Events
A marriage license was issued today to Benson Earl GRISWOLD and Essie Margaret BARKER. Mr. Griswold is the son of Cassius GRISWOLD, of near Grass Creek. Miss Barker is the daughter of Eli BARKER, the well known merchant of Grass Creek. The marriage will take place Sunday.

Short News
Charles Delbert COLLINS has gone to Frankfort, where he will open a snake show at the Clinton county fair.
Fred DUDGEON, a former resident of this city and now of Kansas City, is here visiting friends. Mr. Dudgeon is connected with an automobile concern and is making good. . . . .

Monday, August 18, 1913

George Myers 15 Years Old Drowns
The waters of Fulton county claimed their second victim in two weeks, Sunday, when George MYERS, 15 year old son of Roy MYERS, a resident of this city, drowned in the Tippecanoe river, one-half mile east of the Germany bridge. The accident occurred while he and a number of men and boys were in swimming. . . . . The men and boys in the party were George Myers, Howard ANDERSON, Perry [OVERMYER], Harvey [OVERMYER], Chester [OVERMYER] and Ben OVERMYER, Harley COOPER, William OVERMEYER and William GILCHRIST. . . . . the body was taken to the farm home of Mr. Overmeyer where it remained until this morning, when it was brought to the home on north Fulton Ave. . . . . .
Mr. & Mrs. Roy MYERS moved to Rochester from the farm in the spring and George had not been enrolled in the local school although he expected to start this fall. The funeral will be held Tuesday at two thirty o'clock at the Evangelical church.

Stricken With Apoplexy; Dies
Stricken with apoplexy, Mrs. Martha BURNS, a well known resident of this city, died suddenly this morning at eight-thirty o'clock at her home on east Eighth street.
Death was very sudden. Mrs. Burns was on the back porch of her home taking care of the washing, when she suddenly called to her brother, C. F. YOUNG, who is visiting her, that she wanted a drink. When he arrived at her side, she fell into his arms. He carried her to the front yard in order that she could get plenty of air, where she died in five minutes.
Mrs. Burns has been in feeble health for some time, but here recently has been feeling much better and her husband and children thought that she had recovered completely. Her sudden death was a terrible shock to her relatives. She leaves a son, Earl, who has been employed at the Fennimore restaurant, and Mrs. George SMITH, a resident of south Elm street.
Eliza YOUNG was born in Fulton county, Jan. 10th, 1852, the daughter of Phillip and Martha YOUNG. December 6th, 1874, she was united in marriage to Martin BURNS, to which union was born three children, Charles [BURNS], who died in infancy and Mrs. Gertrude SMITH and Earl BURNS, who survive her. Deceased was one of seven children, John [YOUNG], Lyman [YOUNG], Calvin [YOUNG] and Charles YOUNG and Phillip [YOUNG] and Martha YOUNG. But one brother, Charles F. YOUNG, is now living.
Mrs. Burns was a member of the Baptist church and was always a devoted christian. The funeral will be held at the house Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Edgar FENNIMORE, Sunday, Aug. 17th, a boy.

Additional Locals
A marriage license was issued this morning to Oscar W. COCHRANE, of Chicago and Miss Edith PADELFORD, of Fulton county. The couple was married at noon today at the Baptist parsonage by Rev. CHANDLER, and left at once for Chicago.

New Canning Factory
The new CANNING FACTORY at Grass Creek got under full headway this week and took care of the first delivery of tomatoes. Frank THOMAS has resigned his position with the International Harvester Co., to accept the position as manager of the plant, while A. J. MURRAY is President and Wm. WELSHEIMER is Secretary.

Short News
J. C. BURNS and family have gone to Flora, to attend the funeral of his father, John A. BURNS, who died of paralysis at Flora, Sunday.
Robert SHAFER and Chas. REES tried the former's "racing" Brush yesterday when they made a 75 mile trip to Warsaw, North Manchester and return. The trip yesterday was a preiminary to one that they will take to Indianapolis next week.

Obituary
Amanda TRACY was born in Miami county, October 31st, 1856, and died August 10th, 1913, near Leiters, age 56 years, 9 months and 8 days. She was the daughter of S. S. and Caroline TRACY, both deceased. Was married to Lewis BAILEY October 31, 1877. To this union were born three children: Mrs. Estella KINZIE, of Valparaiso, Mrs. Pink CAMPBELL, of Portland, Ore., and Clarke [TRACY], of Leiters. She leaves husband, children, six grandchildren, three brothers, four sisters, and other relatives and friends to mourn her death. She was a good mother, always denying herself for others. She will be greatly missed in her home and church, where she was a teacher for a number of years.

Tuesday, August 19, 1913

Dies in Michigan
A telegram received Monday by O. A. DAVIS announcing the death of Mrs. Anna Maria MOORE, who died Sunday in Detroit, Michigan. The body will be brought here for burial, Wednesday.

Stork Special
Mr. & Mrs. Otto LEMKE of Benton Harbor, Michigan, are the parents of a daughter, born August 3. Mrs. Lemke was formerly Miss May PETERS of this city.

George Steen is Called by Death
After an illness of 18 months, George C. STEEN died at the home of his father, John STEEN, in East Rochester Monday evening, at seven thirty o'clock. He was a victim of tuberculosis. While working in Mishawaka over a year ago, where he had charge of a shoe factory, Mr. Steen was attacked with the dread disease and then came home, where he remained until his death. Prominent in baseball circles ten years ago, Mr. Steen was well known over the county. He was one time rated as a first class pitcher.
George C. Steen was born in Van Wert, Ohio, July 30th, 1882 and died August 18, 1913. In 1893 he moved with his parents to Rochester. He learned the shoemaker trade early in life and for five years had charge of a factory in Gibson, Ill. He was married in Gibson 10 years ago to Mrs. Cora EBER. They were later divorced. Besides his father and mother, he leaves four sisters and one brother, Mesdames Edgar SHEETS, William TRICKLE, Ike EMMONS, and Adolph PARKER and Clyde STEEN.
The funeral will be held Wednesday at two o'cock at the home, Rev. WRIGHT officiating. Burial will take place at the I.O.O.F. cemetery. All persons wishing to view the body may do so by calling at the house between ten and two Wednesday.

Social Events
Miss Josephine YUSTER entertained eight children of the immediate neighborhood in honor of her fifth birthday at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. M. WILE, this morning. . . .
A marriage license was issued Tuesday to Harley Cecil SECOR, a young hardware merchant of Akron, and Miss Loie Annette KARNS, also of Akron. The young couple were married in Akron, where they will reside.

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION. -- Milton A. FELTS appointed administrator of the estate of Lambert W. FELTS, late of Fulton County, deceased. . . . July 29, 1913. Julius ROWLEY, Atty.

NOTICE TO HEIRS, CREDITORS, ETC . . . Fulton Circuit Court. . . Estate of Rebecca Z. KERN. . . Final account filed, Aug. 9, 1913, George ZERBE and Peter ZERBE, executors. P. M. BUCHANAN, Atty.

Wednesday, August 20, 1913

Social Events
At high noon, Sunday, August 17, in Grass Creek, at the home of the bride's parents Mr. & Mrs. Eli BARKER, occurred the marriage of their daughter, Essie Margaret [BARKER], to Mr. Earl GRISWOLD, of Mexico, Rev. J. D. COVERSTONE officiating in the ring ceremony. They were attended by Miss Cara MURRAY and Mr. Otto MEDARY. . . . .
A marriage license was issued Wednesday to Lee JAMISON, of North Manchester, and Miss Ella JAMISON, of Tiosa. The young couple will reside in North Manchester.
A marriage license was issued at Warsaw on Monday to Charles H. LEININGER, of Akron, and Miss Bernice E. BLUE, of Mentone.

Short News
Wallie MORSE, formerly with BEYER BROS., is reported as being ill with malaria, in Indianapolis.
A. L. WHITMER has gone to North Liberty to attend a reunion of the Whitmer family at the home of his father, Isaac WHITMER.
The following people were here from out of town to attend the funeral of Mrs. Martin BURNS, Wednesday: Mrs. Melisa BURNS, of Detroit; Mrs. Julia COLBY, of Muncie; Chas BURNS, of South Bend and Mr. & Mrs. Elmer LEITER, of Mentone.

Obituary
Amanda TRACY was born in Miami county, Ind., Oct 31, 1856 and died Aug. 10, 1913, being 56 years, 9 months and 9 days of age. She was the daughter of S. S. and Caroline TRACY and was one of eleven children. Her father and mother, two brothers and one sister preceed her to the spirit world.
She was united in marriage to Lewis BAILEY, Oct. 31, 1877. To this union were born three children, Mrs. Fern KINZIE, of Valparaiso, Ind.; Mrs. B. B. CAMPBELL, of Portland, Ore., and Clarke [BAILEY], at home. She leaves six grandchildren, and a host of neighbors and friends to mourn her departure. She united with the M.E. church in early childhood and has remained a constant member ever since. She was a great worker in the Sunday school and having a class in the Primary room at the time of her death. She was a truly good woman and filled her place in the home and in the church as a christian should. Her death was peaceful and triumphant and she entered into that rest which knoweth no sorrow.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. I. BOYD at the M.E. church, at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Burial in the Leiters Ford cemetery.

Thursday, August 21, 1913

Alleges Breach of Promise
The plaintiff . . . . is Mrs. Nancy J. L. CUNNINGHAM, now of Culver, but formerly of Richland Center, and the defendant is Francis M. WYNN, a well-to-do farmer living near Richland Center. Mrs. Cunningham alleges that on Sept. 13, 1912, there was a mutual agreement made to marry, and she went to great expense in getting ready for the wedding. She alleges that the defandant has refused to keep his promise and asks $5,000 heart balm. Both parties have been married before.

Social Events
A farewell party was given by the Victorian Reading Circle at the home of Mrs. Mary ZOOK for Mrs. S. J. PETERS, who will move to Milwaukee in a short time. Mrs. Peters is the retiring president. . . . .
Dean [MOW] and Lee MOW returned home Wednesday from a visit in Jacksonville, Mich. Dean will return to that place in a short time to teach school.

Short News
Lloyd GOHN has returned to Metcalf, Ill., where he will have charge of the mathematics in the high school at that place.

Friday, August 22, 1913

Fell Under Animal's Feet
Macy, Ind., Aug. 22. -- Two accidents with fatal terminations occurred near Macy, Thursday, the first resulting in the death of the three year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Dan OLINGER who live on the Charles RICHARDSON farm northeast of Macy, and the second in the death of Augustus FITES, 70, a farmer near Deedsville.
The Olinger girl was trampled to death beneath the hoofs of a frightened horse, while Fites was killed in a runaway.
The little girl, with a sister five years old, went to the barn, climbed up onto the manger with comb and brush in hand. It is thought the horse jerked the strap she had hold of pulling her into the stall under the horse's feet.
It trampled her breast, but no bones were broken. She got out of the stall and walked to the house. Her mother picked her up, when she became unconscious and died shortly afterward.
Rev. E. H. KENNEDY preached the funeral at the house 2-1/2 miles north of Macy, Friday at 2 p.m. Interment was made in Macy I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Advertised Letters
J. V. BROCK, Murl BRUBAKER, Frank NELLSON, Albert ROURK. --Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Reunited After Many Years
After a separation of fifty-eight years Peter DYER and his brother, Spencer DYER, husband of a Rochester woman, were united this week, at Elkhart. The Dyer family in the early fifties, resided in the vicinity of Adamsville. Spencer, when he reached the age of fourteen, decided to try his fortune in the West and located in Illinois.
The brothers corresponded during the war, but afterward nothing was heard from the western man until recently, other than that he had gone to California and had died.
The report was false, however, as Spencer had settled near Los Angeles, where four years ago he met and married Mrs. Eliza KILMER, mother of W. O. KILMER, of this city, who had gone West to live after the death of her first husband. The couple visited "Os" before going to Elkhart and are expected back here soon.

Soon Return Home
Fred METZGER, formerly of Rochester, but who now lives in Aurora, Ill., is here for a few days. He will be accompanied home by his wife and two children who have been spending the summer here with his parents.

Donald McBroom is Dead
Donald McBROOM, eight year old son of E. A. McBROOM, former assistant manager of the Rochester E. L. H. & P. company, is dead at his home in Eureka Springs, Ark., according to word received here today by Mrs. Wm. DELP.
McBroom, who left Rochester about a year ago, had lived here for practically five years and was well and favorably known. He accepted a position in a large electric plant in the southern city, and shortly afterward suffered the misfortune of losing an eye in an accident. The death of the son comes as a second blow to the unfortunate family. Typhoid fever was the cause.

Divorce Suit is Docketed
A divorce suit was filed in the Fulton circuit court Thursday afternoon by Clarence POFFENBERGER against his wife, Lula POFFENBERGER. In the complaint it is said the couple were married on Oct. 22, 1902, and that they lived together until July 28, 1911, when the defendant left the Poffenberger home and from that time has refused to return.
The Poffenbergers are the parents of two children, Valentine [POFFENBERGER] and Margery [POFFENBERGER], age seven and nine respectively . . . . .

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Anson DAVIS, of East Rochester, a boy, Thursday, August 21.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Thomas MURRAY, of Hammond, a girl, on Thursday, August 21.

Leiters Ford
Meade KINGERY has moved to Rochester and Claude BRUBAKER will be the new barber.

Germany
Much excitement was caused here Sunday afternoon by the death of the son of Mr. & Mrs. Roy MYERS, of Rochester, who was drowned in the Tippecanoe river while in swimming with a number of boys.

Kewanna
The FULTON AUTO CO. received another shipment of cars, Monday.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Cecil GRAYSON, Monday noon, a fine baby boy.
Jerome HARRIS, Sr., bought of Verna HOLLAND, a Little Six roadster, Monday.
John BAIR died suddenly at Logansport hospital. Funeral was held Friday at M.E. church, at 10:30.
Otto McMAHAN, of Rochester, attended the cattle sale Saturday.

Saturday, August 23, 1913

Miss Harter to Minneapolis
Miss Trella HARTER, who is connected with the Asbury hospital in Minneapolis, will return to her duties there next Tuesday. Miss Harter serves the hospital, which is a Methodist institution, in the capacity of deaconess. The Asbury is the only Methodist hospital of its size in the northwest.

Married in Plymouth
Miss Lucy C. NEWTON, sister of Mrs. T. DeFRABITIS, of this city, was married in Plymouth Friday to Milo E. CORMICAN.

William Wolfe is Called
Word has been brought to the city of the death of William WOLFE, aged about 80, which occurred on his farm, near Tiosa, late Thursday night. Old age is believed to have been the cause.
Mr. Wolfe leaves no immediate family, his wife having been dead about three years. He lived with his step-daughter and her husband in his farm, which was deeded to them. The funeral will be held at Tiosa, Sunday, with Rev. WOODS of Denver, in charge.
Interment in Sand Hill cemetery.

Buys 9 Car Loads Annually
Nine car loads of flour annually are used in the baking of bread and pastry by the ROCHESTER BAKING CO. The figure nine, when taken alone is not exactly significant, but when viewed in point of car loads of flour, the enormity of the amount is readily realized.
The company's plant on east Eighth street is a busy place indeed, five men being employed to bake and deliver the daily output. The men bake daily an average of 1700 loaves of bread and 900 buns.
The most modern equipment is installed in the bakery, the ovens having a capacity of 400 loaves an hour and the company is amply able to take care of their rapidly increasing business.

Akron Incidents
Mr. & Mrs. A. K. ASHELMAN are among the latest purchasers of a Ford auto.
Mrs. Malisa BURNS was called home Tuesday from her visit at Detroit by the sudden death of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Mart BURNS at Rochester. She was accompanied home by the Mesdames J. J. VICKREY and Virgil SHAFFER, who were on the same Detroit trip.
Mrs. John W. WOLFORD was called from her home at Lakota, N.D., arriving Tuesday noon, to attend the bedside of her brother, Adam WAECHTER, whose death is only a matter of a few days.

Driver's License
Frank STINSON is wearing the FIRST AUTO DRIVER'S LICENSE seen in the city. The little badge is yellow and white and is to be worn in plain view. Many auto owners have not yet received their new number plates, but practically all have applied.

Nancy Clay Dies at Soldiers Home
After suffering for a number of years with a cancer and gradually growing weaker under the strain of it, combined with the infirmities of old age, Mrs. Nancy CLAY passed away at the Soldier's Home at Lafayette, Friday, August 22 at the advanced age of 82 years.
Mrs. Nancy Clay was born in Logan county, Ohio, January 27th, 1831. She was married to Clement W. CLAY, September 8th, 1853, who died several years ago. To this union seven children were born, namely Henry [CLAY], Jonathan [CLAY], Mary [CLAY], Eddie [CLAY], Eldora [CLAY], William [CLAY] and Ida [CLAY]. Of this number, Jonathan, William and Ida, of this county and Eldora, of Roswell, New Mexico, survive.
Mrs. Clay was a loving and affectionate mother and her friends were legion, all those who knew her. She was a member of the Methodist church and a grand old lady whose loss will be mourned by all.
The funeral will be held at the HOOVER chapel at 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon. Rev. SWITZER, formerly of Rochester, but now of Plymouth, will have charge of the services.

Files Suit For Separation
Mrs. Evelyn McINTYRE filed suit in the Fulton Circuit Court today for divorce from her husband, Frank McINTYRE, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment.
The plaintiff states that they were married Oct. 23, 1904 and lived together until Feb. 14, 1913. She asks for her maiden name. Plaintiff also make statement that her present physical condition is due to his cruel treatment.

Additional Locals
Mrs. Sarah HOOVER has been at the point of death all week at Athens.
Mrs. John C. HILL is afflicted with cancer of the liver and her condition is quite serious. Mrs. Jack KAHOE, of Oklahoma, and her son, Floyd [KAHOE], who is stationed in the West with the U.S. army, are here.

Social Events
Master John SHAFER of Chicago, was host to about 12 of his young friends at the home of his grandparents, Dr. & Mrs. W. S. SHAFER, on Pontiac street, Friday afternoon. The affair was in honor of the host's fourth birthday. . . . .
Lee JAMISON and Ella JAMISON were married at Tiosa, this week, by Squire W. M. BIDDINGER, of Richland township.

Short News
Frank STINSON went to Indianapolis, today. He will drive back tomorrow with an Oakland car for Allen NELSON, of near Mentone.

Monday, August 25, 1913

Commercial Car Co. Meets
The board of directors of the ROCHESTER-MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR CO. met Saturday. A full settlement was made with J. A. MAIS, the general manager, who has now withdrawn from the company. The company now has two finished cars for sale and operations will be suspended until further notice is given.

Short News
The funeral of Mrs. Nancy CLAY was conducted this afternoon at 1:30 by Rev. W. F. SWITZER, of Plymouth. The services were held at the HOOVER chapel.
Floyd A. HILL, of the United States Marine Corps, who is here on account of the serious illness of his mother, Mrs. John HILL, has applied for a further leave of absence from duty.
Fred HILL of Chicago and Mrs. B. A. CARTER of Hammond have returned to their home after being here on account of the illness of Mrs. John J. HILL. Mrs. Hill's condition is slightly improved.
Roy LOVE, who has been at the COLONIAL hotel during the summer as clerk, resigned his position there last evening and will spend two weeks in town with his parents before returning to Kankakee, Ill., where he will teach school.

Obituary
George William MYERS, only son of LeRoy and Amanda MYERS, was born in Rochester township, October 12, 1897, and lost his life accidentally by drowning on the 17th day of August, 1913, at the age of 15 years, 10 months and 5 days. When 8 years of age, he was converted in a revival meeting held at the South Germany Evangelical church and united with the Bethel M. E. church, where his parents were members, and continued a faithful member until the family removed to Rochester in March last; and transferred their membership to the Evangelical church. George was an earnest Christian, an affectionate and obedient son, and made for himself a host of friends. Besides the immediate family there remain many relatives, among whom is the aged grandfather ZACKMAN, for whom George had special affection. The family wish to convey thanks to their many kind friends, both in the country and in the city, for their sympathy and assistance in their sad bereavement.

Tuesday, August 26, 1913

Dissolve Partnership
Frank COLE and Daniel "Runt" HUDKINS, who have been conducting the pool room and restaurant north of the court house, have dissolved partnership. Hudkins will move his share of the fixtures to Leiters Ford, where he will start a new and similar business, while Cole will refurnish the old stand and conduct the place by himself.

Additional Locals
J. E. BEYER and A. M. BOFFET, of New York City, arrived this morning from Buffalo, N.Y. They will remain here a few days and then go the Mr. Beyer's summer home at Winona lake.

Ollie Baum Dies in Chicago Ill.
After an illness of three weeks, Ollie BAUM, the well known north Main street grocer, died this morning in a Chicago hospital. Three weeks ago Mr. Baum went to Rochester, Minn., for treatment. While there he suffered an operation for internal trouble, but the attending physician told him they could not bring about a cure. After several weeks, he again entered a hospital in Chicago, where he passed away this morning. Death was caused by acute bowel trouble.
Ollie Baum moved to Rochester with his wife and daughter in the spring of 1908 from Sidell, Ill., and purchased the grocery formerly owned by Harry THALMANN. Mr. Baum was a good business man and was well known and liked, because of his square dealing. He will be missed by the community and Rochester business men.
Mr. Baum was a member of the K. of P. lodge. His wife and one daughter, Mrs. Harry SPICER, survive him. The funeral will be held in his home town, Sidell, Ill. Mrs. Baum was with her husband when the end came.

Social Events
Miss Mabel ROSS, daughter of William ROSS, a former resident of this city, was married Saturday, at Bourbon, to Harry JOHN. Miss Ross is well known to Rochester people, having lived here a number of years.
Friends report that Mrs. Mary J. LOWMAN, of South Elm street, will be married soon to John PIERCE, of Omaha, Nebraska. They will reside in Omaha. Mr. Pierce has been employed at the bridge factory.

Short News
The R. E. L. H. & P. Co. have purchased a Buick roadster for superintendent Charles DAVIS.

Wednesday, August 27, 1913

Social Events
The John and Lydia MILLER family met at Jacob E. MILLER's August 24, 1913, in reunion. . . . .
John MILLER and Lydda BIXLER were born in Buckes county, Bettel township, Pa., and were united in marriage in the year 1843, moving to Fulton county, Ind., near Kewanna, in the year, 1856; to this union were born 12 children, five being now dead and seven living. Michael H. [MILLER] and Jacob E. [MILLER], of Kewanna, Ind.; John [MILLER], of Goodland, Ind.; Mrs. Lavina SNYDER, of Grass Creek; Mrs. Fiana ROUCH, of Fulton; Mrs. Ella WENTZEL, of Bruce Lake; and Mrs. Ida PLANTZ, of Denem, Ind. Those present, Sunday, were five children, 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, also aunt Elmira CLARK, of Denem, Ind., who is a sister of Mrs. Lydda MILLER and is now 74 years old and her family, Jonathan [BIXLER] and Dan BIXLER and their families of Kewanna, making a total present of 63. . . . .
Daniel L. COOK, 20, son of Wm. F. COOK, and Miss Della F. BABCOCK, 16, daughter of Floyd BABCOCK, both of Richland township, were married in the clerk's office at the court house, Wednesday morning by Justice TROUTMAN. Both parties are members of good families. They will reside on a farm north of the city.

Thursday, August 28, 1913

Short News
A telegram was received late today announcing the death of James AULT, 20 year old son of Mr. & Mrs. S. AULT, former residents of this city.

Leiters Ford
Chester [GARNER], the little son of Mr. & Mrs. Clyde GARNER, died of summer complaint, Monday, was buried Wednesday in cemetery at Lake Bruce.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Roy NEWCOMER, a boy, and Mr. & Mrs. Ralph COOK, a girl.

Advertised Letters
Henry BAKER. --Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Friday, August 29, 1913

New Turbine is Being Installed
The powerful turbine recently purchased by the ROCHESTER ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT AND POWER COMPANY, is now being installed and will be in full working order within two weeks.
The new TRANSMISSION LINE to Argos which made necessary the purchase of the new turbine, has been constructed as far as the county line. Manager DAVIS expects to have the line complete within 10 days. . . . .

Sand Hill
Justice of Peace William BIDDINGER united in marriage, Tuesday evening, Aug. 19, 1913, Mrs. Ella JAMESON and Leo JAMESON. They will reside in the vicinity of Tiosa.
Those who attended the funeral of Mr. WOLFE from this place, were Mr. & Mrs. John BECK and son, George [BECK], Misses Fannie BECK and Rosa HISEY.

Tiosa
Jacob DREW and family will move to Hammond next Friday. Harry EMMONS moved to Goshen last week, while Cal. BARNHARTs moved to Plymouth.

Social Events
Miss Jesse JOHNSON and Edgar MOUNTJOY were married at the Presbyterian manse, Thursday evening, by Rev S. A. STEWART. . . . They left today for Washington, D.C. Miss Johnson is the daughter of Mrs. Netta JOHNSON, who lives west of the city. For the past year she has been employed as bookkeeper at the ROCHESTER GARAGE AND MACHINE COMPANY, where she made many friends. Mr. Mountjoy, as secretary to Congressman [Henry A.] BARNHART for the past four years, has obtained the respect and friendship of the entire community. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. George MOUNTJOY, of Elkhart. The couple have not decided as to their future home, but expect to live in Rochester. . . .

Short News
Mrs. John STEEN was called to Ohio, Tuesday, to attend the funeral of her sister-in-law.
Mrs. Ross LOWE left Wednesday for Rochester where she will accompany her aunt and the body of her uncle, Ollie BAUM, to Sidell, Ill. -Fulton Leader.
Saturday, August 30, 1913

Has Lived Near Akron 77 Years
Akron, Indiana, August 30. -- Daniel WHITTENBERGER, one of Fulton county's most honored pioneers, is a resident of Akron. Mr. Whittenberger was the fifth son of Wm. and Joanna WHITTENBERGER, was born in Beaver county, Penn., April 24, 1825; emigrated to Medina county, Ohio, in 1831, with the parents; later the family moved to the "far west," locating in what is now Akron, in July, 1836.
Eight families composed this colony. They loaded their scanty household possessions on wagons drawn by oxen; they moved some cows and hogs, and on June 1st, 1836, commenced the journey for the new home in the "land of promise." At the expiration of thirty days, at 4 p.m., they unyoked their oxen, put the bells on them and turned them to grass. The journey had been a tedious one, the traveling facilities somewhat different from those of today. One of the colonists, Dr. Joseph SIPPY, had visited the route the preceeding summer, seeking a location, where they might establish homes for their large families. Dr. Sippy was a man of great courage and discerned large possibilities in this section of mammoth timber, hazel brush and wild berries. He was the recognized leader of the colonists, viz: Alfred [WELTON] and Asher WELTON, N. COGSHALL, Henry BRISTOL, Moses WORDEN, Starling CROSBY, Alfred FRAGG and Wm. WHITTENBERGER.
Upon the arrival of the company, Mrs. Whittenberger, a sister of Dr. Sippy, was somewhat discouraged, thought the outlook for providing food and raiment for her ten sons was not flattering and propounded the following questions to her brother. When he had announced "this is the place," she said, "Why, Joseph, where are we? Where have you brought us? When can we get back home? How will we support our children? Where will we get something to eat? Have you brought us here to starve?" Joseph replied, "Why, Anna, we will go back to Egypt, there we can get flour and plenty to eat. The "Egypt" referred to was Goshen, the journey had been through southern Michigan touching White Pigeon, Goshen and Warsaw in this state. The journey from six miles on this side of Warsaw was made over ground where wagon wheel had never rolled and the company cut saplings and brush, in order to reach the destination. The idea of retracing to "Egypt" was not particularly joyful as it would require at least one week to go, buy the wheat, get it ground and return with the flour.
The company cut poles on their arrival and stretched the canvas brought for that purpose and pitched their tents or wigwams upon the ground about where the Exchange Bank and M.E. church now stands. Logs were put together with pins; the doors were made from the boxes brought with them in which their goods were packed. Daniel remarked these were his first lessons in the carpenter trade that he plied when he grew to manhood.
The next year wheat flour was scarce, but a good corn crop provided them with Johnny cake baked on the hearth before the fire in the huge fireplace; this corn was ground at the Pottawattomie mills, established for the Indians by the government. This was before the birth of Henry township. Mr. Whittenberger remembers when a meeting of prominent pioneers was called near Mr. Zion for the adjustment of a disputed strip of land adjoining Kosciusko, Miami and Wabash counties; his father attended and when Henry HOOVER suggested the tract be named "Henry" township it met the hearty approval of all present and the cheers were loud and long. It was a great event. The first mail route was over the Indian trail to Ft. Wayne, touching North Manchester, Liberty Mills, and Roanoke. Hiram WELTON and Wm. WHITTENBERGER, Jr., were the mail carriers. They made the trip on horseback every two weeks. This was considered a great advantage for Newark and Wesley P.O. Alfred Welton was the P.M., prior to this. Any mail for the pioneers came to Rochester, so there was general rejoicing over this convenience.
[photo of Daniel Whittenberger]
In the summer of '38 a log school house was erected, the following winter there was the advantage of subscription school. Daniel could not attend for lack of shoes; the elder brothers had secured footwear and were in attendance. Shoes could not be procured nearer than Michigan City, consequently Daniel and his younger brothers, must remain at home until father could provide shoes for them. In '39 all of them went to school and the parents fully realized what it meant to provide for ten sons. The noon day lunch, at school, consisted of a square of Johnny cake. Perseverance was the family watchword and they were rewarded by six of the boys becoming teachers in "Deestrict Skules." Daniel well remembers his first application for teacher's license. He was conscious of his rural appearance and said he "trembled." He succeeded, however, and taught a school for $15.00 per month and board "around among the scholars." He remarks, "No one knows what we had to go through."
At night they studied from the light of a "tallow dip" candle and firelight. As years rolled on, Daniel was preparing for general usefulness; he served an apprenticeship with his brother Jacob in the first cabinet shop, at the same time was deputy postmaster for Jacob. When he was fifteen years of age, Lot N. BOZARTH, County Clerk, Auditor and Recorder, tendered him a position as assistant. He says his bashfulness prevented him from accepting the same; says he preferred playing with the Indians and was as friendly and fond of playing with them as Uncle Del WARD. Daniel helped work on the frame of the POTTOWATTOMIE MILL, erected by SMITH and TABOR, at Rochester. Before it was completed he went to Morrow, Ohio, to spend two years learning the carpenter trade, after which he returned to Akron and has lived there ever since. There are several houses in Akron that he built after his return in 1851. On February 2, 1852, he was united in marriage with Miss Fanny McCLOUD and together they journeyed through life until March, 1907, the death angel summoned the beloved wife. Three children blest their home, Charles A. [WHITTENBERGER], Scott [WHITTENBERGER] and Mrs. Laura VICKREY. Charles went to the great beyond in September, 1908.
Mr. Whittenberger has lived a wonderful life -- 88 years of age last April, and is strong seemingly, as forty years ago, with the exception of deafness.
He has always been identified with progression, high standards and his work in the church has been freighted with much good. He has helped to build three Methodist churches in this place. He was at one time Justice of the Peace in Henry township; invited to accept the place, his commission was under Gov. Morton. His correct principles and industry, and even temperment, all these years won scores of friends, many, many, that long since passed to life eternal. It has been his privilege afforded by his long life to assist many less fortunate than himself to a higher plane of life. He has seen Akron transformed from a wilderness inhabited by the wild men to a town of enterprise equal to that of many cities. He witnessed schools established by subscription, until we have a high class commissioned school of learning. The log huts pinned together have been transplanted by spacious residences. The Indian trail has given way to public highways. He rode to Akron on the first wheel that ever came in. He saw the steam railroad come, and the automobile appear. In 1852 his home was established in the hazel brush on the spot where he now lives and the Indian trail past their place is now the Winona interurban. The road from which he cut saplings in the 1st day of July, 1836, is now a paved street. Mr. Whittenberger quietly remarked the paving allotted to him is only 374 lineal feet for farm land. He stated he had no particular objection to the paving of the streets, if the town was ready No sanitary measures have been taken, no fire protection of any kind, only one public well and not a single bucket in case of a conflagration. Not a very unreasonable suggestion, it is thought by many.
Mr. Whittenberger's grandparents were Revolutionary soldiers and it is with honest pride he points to it. He looks after his own business affairs; his activity and clear ideas regarding same are worthy of emulation. In summing the events of his life, he said -- "In all my crooks and wanderings, I have been moderately successful, and am possessed of a few thousand dollars, with which to provide the comforts of declining years."

His friends wish him many happy years in the sunset of life.

[photo of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel STAHL]

The oldest couple of Fulton county live in Leiters Ford. Their picture is produced on this page and the reader can easily see that the years have not rested lightly on them. Their hair is as white as snow and the eye has lost its color, but nature's compensation, the contentment which can only end a life well spent, has taken its place. Samuel STAHL will be 92 years old his next birthday and his mate, with whom he has lived for 64 years, will be 86. They live alone in their home in the small village, do all of their own work and Mr. Stahl makes daily trips to the post office. They have all that they want and are perfectly happy and only occasionally, as Mrs. Stahl said to the reporter who visited them, are they ever discontented. Then they want to move back to the farm as she does not like town life.
Samuel Stahl is the only survivor of the Mexican war living in this county. He was born near Canton, Ohio, April 25, 1822, and enlisted in company K, third Ohio. After the war, Mr. Stahl returned to Ohio and September 11th, 1850, he was married to Mary RUFNER, his boyhood sweetheart. They were raised practically together as their homes were on adjoining farms in Ohio. In 1856 they moved to Fulton county and on July fourth of that year, purchased 180 acres just east of Leiters Ford. The county, as all old settlers know, was very wild. Game abounded and deer were plentiful. Their younger days were spent in hard work clearing the farm, which today is one of the best in the county.
While living here five children were born, four of whom are living, Mrs. William LUCUS, Mrs. A. C. CAPRON, of Rochester, Mrs. Nancy SALES, of Leiters Ford and Benjamin STAHL, who lives three miles southwest of Leiters.
Mr. Stahl has been a democrat all his life. His first presidential vote was cast for Buchanan.
Mr. Stahl says that he owens his long life to his regular habits and which were taught to him by his father. His grandfather, Jacob MILLER, lived to be 103 years old. Mr. Stahl uses tobacco, but all his life has only been a moderate user of liquor. He never took a drop of medicine until he was past 70 years of age.
Mrs. Stahl, who was born April 23, 1828, comes from a family who lived to be very old. Her grandmother, Mary FREEBERGER, died at the extreme age of 104. Her grandfather, John FREEBERGER, lived to be 99 years of age. Her father, John RUFNER, was 93 years old when he died. The aged couple can read and write without the aid of glasses. They are of German descent and member of the Christian church.
As an example of the poor methods of communications of 1860, Mr. Stahl said that when he moved to this county he lost track of his mother and to this day does not know where she was, when she died or anything about her after he left Ohio. He said that all of his letters were returned to him.

Fulton County Citizens Over 80 Years of Age
The men living in Fulton county who are over 80 years of age, are: Samuel STAHL, 91; Alfred HIZER, 86; Jesse HENDERSON, 96; William THARP, 87; William WARE, 82; Jacob BRUCE, 80; V. P. CALVIN, 82; Andrew CROWNER, 82; Geo. GRUPP, 81; Martin SCHRIN, 81; Andrew TONER, 82; Edward WENTZEL, 82; Samuel PLANTZ, 87; Asa DEWEESE, 85; P. N. QUICK, 84; Henry AULT, 86; Sam BRICKLEY, 88; Stephen BENNETT, 88; John CLOUSE, 83; J. DAWSON, 81; Frederick HOFFMAN, 83; Chris. HOOVER, 82; Joe HARDING, 81; Jonas MYERS, 84; Frederick NEFF, 88; Samuel PARKER, 81; William RUSSELL, 82; C. H. ROBBINS, 84; William ROBBINS, 82; Chas. SMITH, 82; A. J. TONER, 84; Porter WAUGH, 87; William WARD, 84; Geor. ZACKMAN, 82; Samuel MORRETT, 86; Daniel SHRIVER, 87; Daniel WHITTENBERGER, 87; Jacob YOUNG, 83; W. M. GOODWIN, 80.

Pass Eighty But Are Still Active
Two of the best known old men in this county are William WARD, better known as "Uncle Dell" and Chris HOOVER, called by all his friends "Chris." [photo of "Uncle Dell" Ward] Active as most men at the age of 50, at their places of business every day, Uncle Dell Ward, who is past 87 years old and Chris Hoover, who will soon be 85, take a lively interest in current affairs and are deeply interested in local politics. "Their active interest in everything, their close attention to business, have not allowed them time to get old" as Mr. Ward expressed it.
"Uncle Dell" Ward was born in New York state, February 29th, 1826. He has been a resident of this county since 1831. He is the last survivor of his family. [photo of "Chris" Hoover]
Christian HOOVER was born in Pennsylvania and moved to this county when he was 21 years old. He has been in business in this city for over 60 years.

Says Long Life is Due to Habits
So you want to take my picture? Well, just tell them for me that the old dutchman is feeling fine and expects to live many years longer. Such was some of the answers given to a Sentinel representative who talked to Conrad MEHLING, 92 years old who lives in Richland township and who visits Rochester very often. Only the replies were made with a decided German accent. [photo of Conrad Mehling] Mr. Mehling was born in Nassau, Germany, and did not come to this country until he was 19 years of age.
There are several principles that Mr. Mehling is proud of, that he has been a life long democrat, a good Christian and a non user in the past 25 years of either tobacco or liquor. He says that his long life has been due to his temperate habits, his trust in God which were instilled him by his parents in Germany and later by his good wife, Katherine, who died several years ago.
For a man of 92 years, Mr. Mehling is very active, reads withut glasses and takes an active interest in current events. Mr. Mehling came to this country in 1851 with his wife. He first settled in Ohio, where he stayed for two years and later went to South Bend, where he helped to build the old court house, as he is a stone mason by trade. He then moved to Winamac, Ind., where he bought 120 acres of land for $400. After staying there for two years, he sold his farm, and with 50 other German families, moved in the neighborhood of what is now Germany, Ind. They made the trip over land with ox teams. He is now the last of the German families who settled in the vicinity of Germany. Mr. Mehling has two children living, Mrs. Katherine MILLER, who lives in Union township, and who is 70 years of age, and Henry MEHLING who lives in Henry township.
Mr. Mehling united with the Presbyterian church when he was 14 years old. He says he never forgets his prayers. Mr. Mehline is a great friend of the ZIMMERMAN family, in this city, and spends a great amount of his time while here at Val ZIMMERMAN's store.

Social Events
Miss Cornelia MOORE and Charles BLUE, of Huntington, were married this afternoon at five-thirty o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Charley MOORE, on west 11th St. . . . . Mr. Blue is an employee of the Chicago & Erie railroad, where he holds a position as conductor. He is an industrious young man. The couple will reside in Huntington. . . .

Short News
John HANSON, the milkman, has purchased a new light delivery truck and hereafter will make his deliveries with it.

Monday, September 1, 1913

Gets More Leave
At the request of Congressman [Henry A.] BARNHART, Floyd HILL has been granted an additional furlough from the U. S. Marine Corps to be with his seriously afflicted mother, Mrs. John J. HILL.

Is Improved
Dee REITER, of this city, who is tester for the Mitchell-Lewis automobile factory, in Racine, Wis., and who was badly injured when a car he was testing overturned, is much improved and will soon be able to resume his work.

Social Events
A very pretty wedding occurred Sunday, at high noon, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Samson CLAYTON, on South Franklin street, when their accomplished daughter, Anna [CLAYTON], became the wife of George William NICHOLSON, construction draftsman, of Elkhart, Indiana. . . . . The bride is one of Rochester's most highly respected young ladies and a member of the class of 1913 of the local high school. . . . . will return to Elkhart, where the groom has a lucrative position with a large manufacturing concern. Those present from out of the city were Mrs. Lottie KITTINGER, Bath, Ohio; Mrs. Emma NICHOLSON, Elkhart, Ind., and Mr. & Mrs. Charles NICHOLSON, Indianapolis, Ind. The local people present were Mr. & Mrs Marion PORTER, Miss Hannahbelle PORTER, F. Z. BURKETTE and daughters.
Mrs. Fred RUH entertained eight young women at dinner Saturday night, in honor of Miss Lucy RUH, the date of whose marriage to Harry PELL, of Brazil, Ind., was announced . . . .

Short News
Victor BARNETT who is working on the "Journal" at Madison, Wis., will be home next week for a short vacation.
Mr. & Mrs. A. J. DILLON went to Lafayette Saturday, to see her mother, Mrs. Louisa EDWARDS, who has been taking treatment in a hospital at that place.
Scott BOWEN who has been working all summer for STONER & BLACK, left Sunday for southern Minnesota, where he will represent the South Bend Malleable Steel Range Company.

Tuesday, September 2, 1913

Divorce Granted to Duffins
According to word received here by friends, a divorce has been granted to Mr. & Mrs. Daniel DUFFIN, late of this city, but now of Chicago. . . . They came to Rochester several years ago, Mr. Duffin accepting a position with the ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY. . . . Last spring Duffin severed his connections with the local concern and with his wife removed to Chicago. . . . .

Short News
Edwin EAST, Hugh FOGLESONG and Clarence WOODS will furnish the music at the K. G. this week.

Wednesday, September 3, 1913

Baptized at 83
Among the candidates baptized by Rev. R. F. SPOHN, of the OPEN DOOR MISSION, Tuesday afternoon, was Grandmother Elizabeth SWEET, who is 83 years of age. Others were Mrs. Harry BACHELOR and Mrs. Thomas EYTCHESON. The ceremony took place in a swimming hole at the creek.

To Attend Funeral
W. H. DENISTON received a message today announcing the death of his brother-in-law, Edward WHEELER, of Detroit, Mich. Mr. & Mrs. Deniston will attend the funeral which will be held Thursday.

Owner to Become Manager
Announcement was made today by D. T. DAVIDSON, that he intended to assume active managership of his property, the ACADEMY OF MUSIC and would attempt to bring a high class of shows to Rochester this winter. . . . .

Social Events
The grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren of Mr. & Mrs. Michel BRUGH, deceased, met at Vandalia Park, Culver, Indiana, Sunday, Aug. 31, to hold their FIRST FAMILY REUNION. There were 47 families represented and 129 in all present. . . . .
At three o'clock the meeting was called to order by Geo. W. BRUGH, temporary chairman, and arrangements were made for making it an annual reunion. Officers were elected for the coming year as follows: Richard BRUGH, of Plymouth, Pres., Harry BRUGH, of Rochester, Sec'y, and G. W. BRUGH, of Rochester, Treas. The date for the next meeting was set for the last Sunday in Aug., 1914, to be held at the same place as this one.
The oldest people present were Mrs. Louisa BRUGH, aged 86 years and Mrs. Linnie BRUGH, aged 79 years. . . . . Those present were: James BLACKBURN and family, William BUCK and family, William BRUGH, Guy BRUGH and family, Mrs. Simon BRUGH and family of South Bend, Francis BUSH, Peoria, Ill., Richard BRUGH and family, Elmer BRUGH and Charles HINDEL and family of Plymouth, Ed. BRUGH and family of Peru, Eli BRUGH and family of Grand Rapids, Mich., William McGRIFF and family of Hartford City, Jefferson BRUGH, John DERBEQUE and family of Star City, Alma COOR, LaPorte, Wm. BRUGH, Helmer, Ind., Mrs. Addie GEORGE, Chicago, Mrs. Henry SLUSS, Mishawaka, Alfred BRUGH and family, Inwood, Caroline SALES, Mrs. Kit MEHRLING and family, Monterey, Wm. VanKIRK and family, Verl BRUGH and family, Anthony BRUGH and family of Delong, Enoch BUSH, Kewanna, Fred BLACKBURN and family of Akron, May BRUGH and wife of Culver, Harvey EASTERDAY and family, Emanuel BUSH and family of Culver, Ed. DAY and wife, Mrs. Bruce LOVE and family, William CORBET and family, Don BRUGH and wife, James BRUGH and family, George BRUGH and family, Harry BRUGH and family of Rochester, Thomas MONISMITH and wife, Wilson BRUGH and family, Elmer E. BRUGH and family, John G. BEERWART and family, Charles SALES and wife, Mrs. Tillie BLACKBURN and daughter, of Leiters Ford.
David KELLER, a young farmer living near Akron, and Miss Lula Belle KOFFEL, of this city, a daughter of James KOFFEL, were married Tuesday evening at 6:30 at the residence of Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE, who officiated. Keller is the son of John KELLER. His bride is well and favorably known in this community. The young couple will take up their residence on a farm near Akron.

Short News
John STANLEY and Tom HOOVER were in Leiters Ford Tuesday repairing Dr. SLONAKER's automobile.

Thursday, September 4, 1913

Wants $12,500 in Alimony
Alleging cruel and inhuman treatment, Mrs. Anna PHILLIPS of Wayne township, filed suit in the Fulton circuit court Wednesday for a divorce from her husband, Fremont PHILLIPS. She asks for $12,500 in alimony.
The plaintiff says that they were married Nov. 27, 1890 and lived together until September 2, 1913. . . . . They have four children, two of whom are married. Mrs. Phillips wants the custody of the two younger children.

Get License
A marriage license was issued today to Earl Hugh BAKER and Besse Blanche MURRAY. They both reside on farms near Lucerne and are highly respected young people. They will be married this evening at Grass Creek and will move on the farm of the groom's father.

Advertised Letters
Mrs. Lucinda J. DAVIS, Mrs. F. V. FIELDS, Miss Margaret GILHORNS, W. P. HANSON, Mrs. Ora HARBAUGH, Mrs. May MEREDITH, Mrs. Myrtle MILLER. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Mrs. J. J. Hill Reaper's Victim
After an illness which extends over practically three years, Mrs. John J. HILL, 57, wife of the well known mason, passed away at the Woodlawn hospital at 12:15 Thursday. Her death, while not unexpected, will come as a shock to many relatives and friends.
Mrs. Hill had been in failing health for the past three years. This summer, she rapidly declined and about 10 days ago, was removed from her home on south Monroe street, to Woodlawn hospital, where efforts to prolong her life proved in vain. She was afflicted with a complication of diseases.
Eleanor McKEE HILL was born July 23, 1856, in Rochester township, and after passing her childhood here, was united in marriage with John J. HILL, May 21, 1876, at the age of 20. To the union were born three girls and one boy, but two of whom survive. Bertha [HILL] died Jan. 2, 1900, and Hugh [HILL], Oct. 15, 1902. Floyd A. [HILL] and Fred E. [HILL] survive. Besides the father of the children, there are two sisters and three brothers, Mrs. Phoebe K. NORMAN, of Oklahoma, Mrs. B. A. CARTER, Hammond, Virgil McKEE, Dowagiac, Mich., and Albert McKEE, Rochester.
Mrs. Hill was a member of the Christian church of this city for 30 years. The funeral will be held from the home at two p.m. Saturday.

Social Events
The golden wedding of Mr. & Mrs. T. F. DIXON, who live a half mile northeast of the city on the Ft. Wayne road, was celebrated today, many friends and relatives being in attendance. The couple were married September 22, 1863, but advanced the date of the celebration because of probable weather conditions later. Mrs. Dixon, who was formerly Miss Celia A. SCOTT, is 71 yeas of age, as is also her husband, and both are enjoying good health, especially Mr. Dixon. They met, wooed and wed in Carrol county, near Flora, where they have lived almost continuously until six years ago, when they purchased the JONES farm, northeast of here and moved to this community. During 1864-66, they lived in Minnesota and Iowa. The have two children, Charles [DIXON], who has recently returned from Colorado and who may settle here, and Mrs. Etta TOUGHMAN, who with her husband, has resided just north of her parent's farm and who will soon remove west of the city. Their son is the only grandchild. Rev. Z. DIXON of Athens is a brother and Mrs. J. STUNKARD, of near Athens, is a niece and Ed ELLIS, of near Macy, is a nephew. . . . .

Friday, September 5, 1913

Files Suit for Divorce
Mrs. Gladys Ione MURRAY filed suit in the Fulton county circuit court Thursday, for a divorce from her husband, Thomas MURRAY, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment.
The plaintiff says that they were married in Crown Point, Ind., August 1st, 1912 and lived together for six months, until the plaintiff was forced to leave the defendant on account of abusive treatment and failure to provide.
Mrs. Murray came to Rochester then, and lived with her sister. . . . . .

Mrs. Louderback is Dead
Mrs. Lucretia LOUDERBACK of near Fulton and a sister of Mrs. Frank MYERS of this city, died this morning, after a short illness of one week. Funeral arrangements have not been made.

Social Events
A large number of rriends gathered at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Peter THORSTENSON Thursday afternoon, to celebrate the 11th birthday of their son Julius [THORSTENSON]. . . . .

Obituary
Mrs. John J. HILL passed away at her home at 1130 Monroe street, at 12:15 p.m. yesterday, after an illness of four weeks, having been in poor health for about three years.
Eleanor McKEE was born in Fulton county, Ind., July 23, 1856, passing her childhood here. She was united in marriage with John J. HILL, May 21, 1876, to this union were born three boys and one girl. Bertha M. [HILL] died Jan. 2, 1900 and Hugh E. [HILL] Oct. 15. 1902. Floyd A. [HILL] and Fred E. [HILL] survive. She leaves behind to mourn their loss, two sisters, Mrs. Phoebe KAHOE, of Norman, Oklahoma, Mrs. B. A. CARTER, of Hammond, Ind., and three brothers, Virgil McKEE, of Dowagiac, Mich., Albert McKEE, of Rochester, and Ira McKEE of Iron Mountain, Mich.
Funeral from the house at 2 p.m. Saturday. Those wishing to view the remains may do so from 9 to 12, Saturday a.m.

Saturday, September 6, 1913

Mohler Mishap Victim is Dead
Misfortune seems to be pursuing W. E. MOHLER, prominent real estate dealer of this city, who ran down a Greek in Chicago, Thursday, with his automobile. In as much as the victim has died, the local man has been arrested on several charges, and released on $5,000 bond.
According to this morning's Chicago papers, Dominick GRECO, who lived at 748 West Harrison street, died at St. Bernard's hospital of injuries incurred on Thursday. Greco who was a street cleaner, was struck by a machine driven by Mohler.
Mohler was arrested and released on a $5,000 bond. Charges of assault with an automobile and of violating the law which prohibits persons with crippled arms or legs from operating a machine, were preferred against him. . . . .
Although he has but one arm, he is an expert chauffeur and has never had any accidents here. . . . .

Canning Plant is Busy Again
This week and the next will find the ROCHESTER CANNING CO. running at its full capacity from present indications, which means, according to Manager Floyd MATTICE, the employment of from 180 to 200 persons. The corn season is well under way and the first tomatoes were received Thursday. . . . .
Manager Mattice said that the approximate number of cans of corn that would be put up would be 10,000 and the number of tomatoes would be 7,000.

Is 87 Years Old
In a letter written to the Sentinel, Asa N. DEWEESE states that he is 87 years old, not 85, as published recently according to the county records. Mr. Deweese was born in Spring Creek township, Miami county, Ohio, Aug. 12, 1826. Ephraim LOWMAN, also of Liberty township, is now in his 90th year.

Monday, September 8, 1913

Obituary
James S. AULT, son of Mr. & Mrs. O. S. AULT, was born in Rochester, Indiana, August 1st, 1893. Here he lived for a period of sixteen years, when his parents moved to Washington. After coming to Everett, Washington, he entered the high school and specialized in manual training. The confinement in the class room and dust attendant on the work of the machinery, impaired his health and he was compelled to discontinue his studies, a victim of the great white plague.
James was popular with the young people of Everett, especially in the school, where he was best known. His friends remembered him when sick, and gave proof of their interest in many ways. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and during his sickness often expressed his appreciation of the early religious training received in his home. A few days before his death he partook of the sacrament. Five weeks at a saanitarium brought him no relief. He rapidly declined from the very first appearance of his trouble, and died at 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 27, 1913. The funeral was held at Chalacombe's undertaking parlors on Friday, August 29, at two o'clock. . . . . The burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
James leaves a father, mother and six sixters. One sister, Mrs. Charles MONTGOMERY, lives in Rochester. Another sister, Mrs. Floyd HUDSON, lives in Green Valley, Wis. . . . .

Social Events
The marriage of Miss Erma H. TAYLOR and Robert MILLER, two well known people, was consummated at the home of the bride's parents at Thorntown, Ind., Saturday evening, at seven-thirty o'clock. The bride is the sister of Mrs. Harley TAYLOR, of this city, and has visited here very often. Robert Miller is the son of Mr. & Mrs. John MILLER, of near Kewanna. He is well known and highly respected by everyone and was until recently an employe of the First National Bank, of this city. . . . . The young couple will live on a farm near Kewanna. Doctor and Mrs. Harley TAYLOR were present at the ceremony . . . .
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph MAUS have announced the marriage of their daughter, Ferda Grethel [MAUS], to Raymond RIDDLE, the ceremony taking place at their home, near Tiosa, at high noon, Sunday.
Mr. & Mrs. Steve PARCEL, entertained a number of friends Saturday evening at dinner in honor of their seventh wedding anniversary. . . .

Tuesday, September 9, 1913

Two Divorces Are Filed in Court
Mrs. Sarah ANDERSON wants a divorce from her husband Cyrus ANDERSON, whom she married several years ago. She says in her complaint that he has not supported her within the last two years. She wants absolute divorce and does not ask alimony. Mr. Anderson is a well known retired soldier, of Akron.
Mrs. LANDIS has filed suit for divorce on the grounds of desertion, saying that three months after they were married, he left her and has never returned. Frank LANDIS is somewhere in the West and has not lived in Akron for several years. She wants the custody of the one child.

Social Events
At high noon, Sunday, Sept. 7, occurred the marriage of Raymond RIDDLE, son of Mr. & Mrs. A. J. RIDDLE, north of town, and Miss Ferda MAUS, younger daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joe MAUS, of near Tiosa. . . . .

Wednesday, September 10, 1913

Sister is Dead
Word has been received by A. T. BITTERS that his only sister, Mrs. Rebecca DOWEN, of Lorain, Ohio, died early this morning. She was eighty-five years old. Mr. Bitters will leave Friday to attend the funeral, which will be in Lorain on Saturday.

New Model Car
Charles ROBBINS, of the firm of RITCHEY & ROBBINS, returned from Toledo, O., driving a 1914 model Overland, which is a very handsome car. He reports that Frank RADER, Wm. HETZNER and Horace KEWNEY, all former Rochester residents, are employed in the factory there. Mrs. [sic] ROBBINS said Mr. & Mrs. Wm. HANNA accompanied him on the trip.

Mrs. Thomas McDonald Dead
A telegram to Mrs. Frank HOFFMAN, a life long friend, Tuesday evening, brought the sad intelligence that Mrs. Thomas McDONALD, 47, of Indianapolis, formerly of this city, had succumbed at 6:30, to a sudden attack of apoplexy. She was a daughter of A. C. ELLIOTT, who now lives in St. Paul, Minn.
Mrs. McDonald had but recently returned from a trip to St. Paul, where her father and two sisters, Mrs. Metta SEEKINS and Mrs. Gail WERT, reside. The attack was entirely unexpected and proved a terrible shock to the family and friends here. There survive the husband, who was formerly in business here, and one son, Max [McDONALD], who has often visited here. Hal ELLIOTT, a brother, lives in Toledo, O.
The funeral and burial will be held in Indianapolis, Friday morning, and it is probably that several from here will attend.

Short News
J. T. CAMPBELL, who formerly lived at Leiters Ford, is confined in jail at Winamac on a charge of operating a blind tiger. His bonds were placed at $6,000.

Thursday, September 11, 1913

Social Events
The double wedding is announced of Miss Opal HUNTER to Frank ALEXANDER, and Miss Rosa SWARTZELL to Enos HOLLOWAY. The wedding is to take place Christmas. . . . Miss Opal Hunter, of Rochester, and Miss Rosa Swartzell, of Chicago, are both popular young ladies of Rochester at the present time. They intend to spend their honeymoon in Culver, Ind. --signed -- Minnie ALEXANDER.
Miss Rose WILE was hostess at a luncheon today which she gave in honor of Miss Lucy RUH, who is to be married in October. . . . The guests included, Mrs. Fred RUH, Mrs. Guy BELDING and Misses Mary DAWSON and Margaret PLANK.

Short News
BEYER BROS. CO. have just installed about thirty-five new steel coops to be used in the milk fed chicken department. The coops are the very latest in design and have been adopted by all of the great poultry concerns and are a great help in the path toward sanitation of fowls which has always been one of the most serious problems of the produce trade.

Friday, September 12, 1913

Ray Mowe Goes up Next Week
Ray MOWE, of this city, now shortstop for the Troy team of the New York State league, who was sold to Brooklyn, and will report to that National league team Monday, has a splendid chance to make good, if his record made this summer indicates anything. . . . . . . . .
Mrs. Ray MOWE, nee Fanny GROVE, is here the guest of her parents and will probably remain until the National league season ends the last of this month.

Salaried Player
Harry S. BITTERS went to Indianapolis, Saturday and signed up with the Military Academy of that city to play basket ball this season, at a good salary. The team will play all well known quintets in northern Indiana. The first game scheduled, however, is with the Iroquois Indians at Oklahoma City, Okla., Oct. Harry goes on practice Sept. 26. -- Argos Reflector.

Social Events
Neighbors and friends of Mrs. Rebecca STAHL and daughter, who will leave soon to make their home in Colorado, surprised them last evening, in their home on north Jefferson street.
Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Orlando COLLINS applied for permission to enter the Soldiers home at Lafayette. They are both very old and feel that they can no longer support themselves.
Mrs. Jennie M. JACKSON and son, Willis [JACKSON], left for Fremont, Ohio, Thursday, to be present at the unveiling of a monument built in honor of her late husband, G. W. JACKSON. The monument was built by the Modern Woodmen of the World.

Saturday, September 13, 1913

Former Marshal Leaves Wife
The desertion of his wife by John DODGE, former marshal of this city, and her action in seeking refuge with Rochester friends, have called forth many expressions of sympathy for the woman, whose story is a common, yet most lamentable one.
Mrs. DODGE arrived in the city late Thursday, and announced that she had been abandoned by her husband had had turned to her old home as a place of refuge. To a newspaper representative she told the old story of drink and another woman. The Dodges left Rochester some years ago, going to South Bend, where he later assumed the management of one of the best barber shops in the city. He had commenced drinking before he left, and added neglect of his wife to his bad habits after he reached South Bend.
According to Mrs. Dodge he began associating with a Mabel BROWN, alias Mary SMITH, and proved a failure in business. They decided to remove to Chicago, which they did.

Later Mrs. Dodge discovered that the other woman had followed them and that her husband was associating with her yet. He became more neglectful, and she asserts, tried to put her out of the way by foul means. His reply to her accusations of neglect was that he cares for no one save her.
Last week, after a quarrel, he left, going by boat with the "other woman" to Milwaukee. Mrs. Dodge came here as soon as possible, and will endeavor to support herself. She has not stated that she contemplates any legal action.

Local Comedy
The MOVING PICTURE which was taken today in the form of a small playlet, which started with the robbery of a picture on one of the billboards in front of the K. G. by Miss Mary DAWSON. Through accident she loses the picture to Miss Mildred BERNETHA, who is then chased by the whole crowd of girls. The chase takes them through many stores, and ends in a wild automobile ride in which the drivers open up and show some real speed. The picture is finally recovered. The girls who took part in the picture are Misses Mildred BERNETHA, Mary DAWSON, Lucy RUH, Mildred PFEIFFER, Myra PARAMORE, Ruth McCARTY. The pictures will be sent to Chicago and developed next week and will be shown at the K. G. on Monday, Sept. 22.

Advertised Letters
John CARE, Dr. R. J. CLARK, Mr. & Mrs. Milton LIVINGSTON, C. G. MILLER, Mrs. Harry SPICER. --Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Monday, September 15, 1913

103 Years Old
Henry AULT has returned from Roanoke, where he attended the annual reunion of his regiment, the 47th Indiana. While there, he visited KIL-SO-QUAH, the 103 year old Miami Indian, whom he had not seen for 60 years. He spoke to her about coming to the Fulton county fair, and if arrangements can be completed, the aged squaw will be brought here.

Local Boy Elopes
Harvey BRAMAN, a former resident of this city, and a son of Schuyler BRAMAN, of East Rochester, is said to have eloped from Huntington, where he has been employed in the railroad shops, with a 17 year old girl. The girl's father, Frank SHORE, was in Rochester, Saturday in search of the girl, as it was reported in Huntington that they had come here. They were last seen leaving the county fair grounds at Huntington. Young Braman was home last week, but he was not accompanied by a girl. His folks do not know anything about the matter.

Veteran Soldier Called by Death
John ANDERSON, a well known citizen of this city, died Sunday afternoon at three o'clock, at his home on the corner of Franklin Ave. and 13th street, age 69 years. Death was caused by Bright's disease with which he had been suffering for over a year. Outside of the immediate family it was thought that Mr. Adamson was in fair health as he was seen on the streets very often and as late as Saturday afternoon he was out of the house in the back yard.
Mr. Anderson has been living in Rochester for 20 years where he moved from his farm in Richland township. He was active in local affairs, was well known in Grand Army circles and was everywhere admired as a clean progressive citizen.
John Anderson was born in Sandusky county, Ohio, August 12th, 1864, the son of John and Sarah ANDERSON. In 1855 he moved with his parents to this county, where they bought a farm near Kewanna. On January 7th, 1869, he was married to Mary E. McKELFRESH. To this union eight children were born, four of whom are living, Charley ANDERSON of Plymouth, and Mrs. Ezra JONES, Mrs. Bert SAUSERMAN and Miss Verna ANDERSON, of this city. His wife has been dead for several years.
After his marriage in 1869, Mr. Anderson soon moved to Richland township on a farm, where he lived until he moved to Rochester. Mr. Anderson enlisted in the 87th Indiana, during the Civil war and served for nearly two years, when he was mustered out. He was a member of the Methodist church, of the Ben Hur lodge and of the G. A. R.
The funeral services will take place Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at the house.

Hotel is Sold
The COTTAGE HOTEL, which has been operated by Mr. & Mrs. Ol MINOR, was sold Saturday, to Mrs. Minnie JONES and Mary CLIFTON. The new proprietors have had experience in the hotel business. Mrs. Jones has been working for her father, John PEOPLES, who owns and runs the PEOPLES HOTEL and LIVERY BARN. They will repair and furnish the Cottage hotel in first class shape.

Short News
Hugh BARNHART returned home today from western Nebraska, where he spent the summer with a U. S. surveying school. He will leave for Indiana university in about 10 days.

Social Events
The Isaac COPLEN home in Newcastle township was the scene of a pleasant social gathering, Sunday, the occasion being the eightieth birthday of Mr. Coplen. Relatives and friends to the number of 40 gathered with well filled baskets and the day was pleasantly spent. Mr. Coplen was born in Ohio, but came to Indiana at the age of eight years, and has made this state his home since that time, with the exception of eighteen months spent in Kansas. Among those present were three children, eighteen grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and one sister of Mr. Coplen.
In the presence of a few relatives there occurred at the home of Rev. F. C. MOON, the officiating minister, Saturday night, the marriage of Edward R. SCHNOOR and Miss Lula B. WALLACE. The bride is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. David WALLACE and has for some time been an employe of the Rochester Telephone Co. The groom is a former resident of Niles, Mich., but is now in the employ of Florist J. H. SHELTON. The young couple will make their home here. Present at the ceremony, besides the immediate family of the bride, were George R. WALLACE and daughter, Ruth [WALLACE].

Short News
The funeral of Charles MERLEY, who died at his home near Akron, was held this afternoon. Several people from Rochester attended.

Tuesday, September 16, 1913

Perry Hodge is Added to Roll
After an illness of three months caused by a complication of diseases, Perry HODGE, a well known resident of East Rochester, died Monday night at eight o'clock, age 34 years. He leaves a wife and five small children.
Mr. Hodge has been ill all summer and during the time he suffered much pain on account of trouble with his lungs. He lived several years in this city, where he moved when he took the agency of the Baker remedies in this county. He was well known all over the county, where he traveled and was highly respected and well liked by every one.
Perry Hodge was born in Owen county, Indiana, October 2nd, 1878. He was married to Miss Cora HUBER, of near Rencheller [sic], Ind., September 23, 1899. They have five children, all of whom are living, Dessie [HODGE], Goldie [HODGE], Bernice [HODGE], Zelma [HODGE] and Harold [HODGE]. After taking the agency for the Baker remedies he moved off the farm to this city.
Mr. Hodge leaves two brothers and one sister, Shelton [HODGE] and William HODGE and Alice ASHER. They live at Brazil, Ind. He was a member of the Methodist church, of the Red Men lodge and the I.O.O.F. lodge. His mother, Amanda HODGE, is living at Pollen, Ind. The funeral arrangements have not as yet been made.

W. H. Deniston is Benefactor
W. H. DENISTON owner of a local elevator believes in giving every man a chance to reform. This fact was proven today when he refused to prosecute his employee, Omar ALEXANDER, who was arrested Monday night, in the company of Frank MONTEHAM, after they had taken 12 bushels of oats from the elevator and sold them to horsemen at the fair grounds. Mr. Deniston went a step further in helping Alexander. He will keep him in his employ. Alexander and Monteham were released from jail this morning. . . . . . . . .

Short News
Miss Margaret BAILEY arrived home Monday evening from Miles City, Montana. Miss Bailey has been in the West for the last eight months.
Rev. BAUMGARDNER, of Pennsylvania, the new Evangelical minister, arrived today to take the place of Rev. C. A. WRIGHT, who has left to begin work on his farm near Walkerton.

Wednesday, September 17, 1913

Two Are Called by Death
Disease of an unknown nature caused the death of Mrs. Ira WALTERS, of Leiters Ford, at Woodlawn hospital, Tuesday afternoon.
Mrs. Walters had made her home with her brother-in-law, Al GINTHER, had been ill for some time. Recently she grew seriously sick and Monday was brought to the Woodlawn hospital, where doctors were unable to aid her. A post mortem was held Tuesday night, but its results has not as yet been announced.
Mrs. Walters leaves a husband, who is at present in Pennsylvania and one son, Vaughn [WALTERS], aged 10, who lives in Plymouth. The body was taken to Leiters Ford, where the funeral will be held.
The two months old child of Mr. & Mrs. Charles SAFFORD, who reside near Tiosa, died Thursday night, according to word which reached here Wednesday.

Clothing Firm to Close Out
On another page of this issue will be found an advertisement by the WILE CLOTHING CO., announcing a gigantic sale previous to their going out of business, word of which created considerable surprise in business circles today.
The move . . . . is brought about . . . chiefly the failing health and desire to cease active business of Joseph LEVI, the senior member of the firm, and the plans of Lee WILE, the junior member to go into business with eastern capitalists.

To Build Artificial Ice Plant
Rochester is to have an ARTIFICIAL ICE PLANT. The ROCHESTER ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT and POWER COMPANY will build soon a 30 ton per day plant on their grounds on Madison street.
The new building will be erected to the east of the WINONA CREAMERY and will be one story high. Work on the new project will begin at once and the company expects to have the plant in operation within three or four months.
The local company expects to ship a grreat deal of the ice to outside points.

Hodge Funeral
The funeral of Perry HODGE will be held Thursday morning at 10:30 o'clock from his late home in East Rochester. The Red Men will be in charge.

Thursday, September 18, 1913

Safford Funeral
The funeral for the infant son of Mr. & Mrs. C. W. SAFFORD, living 5-1/2 miles north of Rochester, who died Monday, were conducted at one o'clock Thursday by Rev. J. D. KRUWEL, at the residence. The remains will be placed in the mausoleum for a short time and later taken to Pennsylvania.

Stork Special
Mr. & Mrs. Frank COLE are the parents of a baby boy born last night.

Additional Locals
F. A. SOUTHWORTH, B. C. SOUTHWORTH, Mr. & Mrs. John JONES and Lou OVERMEYER, of Plymouth, and Jeff SAUSAMAN, of Akron, are here attending the funeral of John ANDERSON.

Funeral is Held
The funeral of Perry HODGE who died Monday evening, was held at the house this morning. A large number of relatives and friends attended. The services were conducted by the Red Men lodge of which he was a member. A large number of the members of the I.O.O.F. lodge also attended.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. George BLACK entertained a number of friends at their home on south Madison street, Wednesday evening, the occasion being their 20th wedding anniversary. . . . .
Marriage licenses were issued today to Harley Leroy ROGERS and Miss Hazel Fawn WHITTENBERGER and to Jesse BUCHER and Miss Daisy Idella YOUNG. . . . The marriages will take place this evening at their respective homes.

Short News
Mrs. E. FARNER, who has been at the Soldier's home, has moved to Rochester and expects to buy property here.
Mr. & Mrs. Harry BROWER and family have decided to move back to Rochester. They have been living in Indianapolis.
Otto LINKENHELT, a former resident, was seen here Wednesday night by a number of people in a moving picture produced by the Pathe-Feres Co.
[NOTE: Otto Linkenhelt, the first Tarzan in the movies, was known as Elmo LINCOLN.]

Friday, September 19, 1913

Steam Heat for S. Main Street
The citizens of south Main street are congratulating themselves upon the fact that they will have STEAM HEAT supplied from the ELECTRIC STATION this winter. This was decided Thursday evening when a sufficient number of property owners agreed to put in the heat. . . . . .

Short News
Henry FROMM, of Chicago, is here visiting relatives. Rochester is Mr. Fromm's home, but for the last 12 years he has been in the employ of Nelson Morris Co., of Chicago, where today he holds a position as manager of one of the large departments.

Saturday, September 20, 1913

Will File Suit For Divorce
According to a statement made by Mrs. James ARTHUR, today, her husband will soon file a suit for divorce. It is said that several sensational charges will be made.
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur are living apart at present, she being with her mother at the home on Madison street. They have agreed to the terms of the separation. She will keep the daughter and Mr. Arthur will contribute to the child's support.
Mrs. Arthur says that she intends to remain in Rochester and will continue to live with her mother. The suit is the outcome of disagreements dating over several years back.

Secures Position in College
Prof. C. J. WERNER, former county superintendent, has accepted a position as director of correspondence of the Kansas State Agricultural college at Manhattan, Kan., and will leave the first of the week to take up his new work. His family will go later.
Mr. Werner began his teaching in Aubbeenaubbee township and later changed to Gilead. In 1905, he finished a course at Indiana university and was given an A.B. degree. In 1906, he was made county superintendent, an office he held for six years, making a splendid record. At the close of his term, he had charge of the Rochester college for one year, then went to Chicago university, where he this year secured his Master's degree. . . .

Ray Brown Resigns
Ray BROWN, advertising solicitor for the Fulton County Sun severed his connection with the VanTRUMP CO., Saturday night, and will accept a similar place with the Seymour Republican. It was not learned whether or not anyone would succeed Mr. Brown.

Dies in Chicago
Word was received today of the death of Floyd FLETCHER at Chicago, Friday afternoon. He was a nephew of Doctor LORING of this city. The body will be taken to Fulton for burial.

Martin Luther Essick is Dead
Martin Luther ESSICK, a prominent attorney, founder of the Fulton County Bar, a Civil war veteran and at one time a member of the Kansas state senate, died Friday evening, at his home on south Madison street, at the advanced age of 79 years.
Mr. Essick died as he had lived, without flinching and without complaint. His death marks the passing of one of the leading men of this county, who settled here at an early day. In the 20 years following the war, Mr. Essick took a leading part in the affairs of state, was very active in politics as a republican and gained the reputation as the best lawyer in this section of the state. Death was caused Friday evening by complications due to old age.
[photo of Hon. M. L. Essick]
Mr. Essick was born in Ohio, Feb. 20th, 1824, the son of Samuel and Grizella ESSICK. His father was a prominent character in those days, was a noted abolitionist and helped many slaves to escape from the south. After studying two years at Wabash college, Mr. Essick entered the law office of John A. BEAL, of Peru, where he remained for one year. In 1857 he moved to Kansas, where he soon became prominent in local affairs. Here he was admitted to the bar after an examination before Judge LeCOMTE a most bitter political enemy. In Manhattan county, Kansas, Mr. Essick served a term of one year as surveyor.
In 1859, Mr. Essick was elected to the state senate in Kansas, where he served until the war broke out. He then enlisted as a private in the 11th Kansas regiment. After serving for several years, he was discharged to accept a commission as 1st Lieut, in the sixth Kansas Cavalry. After remaining in this troop for a year, he was again mustered out to raise the Fort Leavenworth Post Battery.
Mr. Essick was married in 1859 to Ellen ROWLEY, the daughter of Alva ROWLEY, a missionary. Five children were born to this union, two of whom are living, Vivian [ESSICK] and Samuel ESSICK. Mrs. Essick died in 1906. There are three grandchildren, Mrs. E. WAGONER, Zoe ESSICK, and the infant son of Sam ESSICK.
In 1865 Mr. Essick moved to this county, where he took possession of the Rochester Chronicle (now the Sentinel), which he edited for three years. In 1870, he was elected prosecutor of the ninth judicial circuit, which comprised 10 counties. He held this position for many years and gained a reputation as a lawyer of great ability over the northern part of Indiana.
While prosecutor and in the years following, Mr. Essick helped many of the leading lawyers of this county and other counties near to learn the law. Very few of the older attorneys, with the exception of one or two, did not study law under Mr. Essick.
Mr. Essick was a captain of the G. A. R. and was an orator of considerable ability.

The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock at the home. Attorney M. A. BAKER will deliver the tribute in behalf of the Fulton County Bar Association. Rev. J. D. KRUWEL will have charge of the religious services.

Monday, September 22, 1913

Wife Has Husband Placed in Jail
Lewis F. MERLEY, of near Akron, was placed in jail, Sunday, on charges filed by his wife, Mrs. Daisy MERLEY, who claimed that her husband crazed with liquor, had become so abusive that the family was afraid of him. . . . . . . . .
Sheriff COPLEN and Deputy William MORRIS drove to the home, which is just this side of Akron, brought the man to this city and lodged him in jail.
Mrs. Merley said that her husband was kind and reasonable except when under the influence of liquor. She is the daughter of William WHITTENBERGER and the grandchild of Mrs. CURTIS deceased. Mr. & Mrs. Merley live on the farm which was at one time a part of the Curtis estate. . . . .

Hoodoo Grips Vinegar Ridge
A hoodoo has been hanging over that part of southeast Rochester known as "VINEGAR RIDGE" during the past week, according to residents of that neighborhood, who point to two deaths and three bad accidents in support of their contention.
On Sunday, September 14, John ANDERSON, corner Franklin Ave. and 13th street died; on Monday night, Hugh FOGLESONG, E. 14th street, was seriously, if not fatally burned; on Wednesday, Mrs. John WHEATLY, E. 14th street, fell and broke her hip; on Friday, Hon. M. L. ESSICK, S. Madison street, passed away, and on Saturday, John LEWIS, E. 14th street, fractured his arm. . . . .

Ora Rogers Dead
Word has been received here of the death of Ora ROGERS, 37, who formerly taught school near Tiosa. The demise occurred in Whittier, Cal. He was a member of the local lodge of Maccabees.

Tuesday, September 23, 1913

Social Events
Invitations were issued today by Mr. & Mrs. Charles K. PLANK for the marriage of their daughter, Margaret [PLANK], to Charles Edward PYLE, son of Mr. & Mrs. John PYLE of this city. The ceremony will take place Wednesday afternoon, October 8, at five o'clock in the home of the bride's parents, on south Main street.

Short News
Charley ROBBINS, Fred ROBBINS and Frank MARSH returned from Toledo, O., today, driving a new Overland touring car, the property of Silas ROUGH, of Kewanna.
Edwin PERSCHBACHER is a new clerk at the RACKET CLOTHING STORE. He has taken the place made vacant by George BROWER, who will depart shortly for Chicago, where he will take voice culture.
The ROCHESTER HEAT, LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY purchased the first ROCHESTER-MAIS truck completed. Frank MOSS, of the WEST SIDE HOTEL, purchased the second truck, which will be completed when the body arrives.

Wednesday, September 24, 1913

Webster to Start Creamery
On Saturday, September 25th, B. F. WEBSTER, who has charge of the local branch of BEYER BROS. creamery, will resign his position and in company with another man, will start a creamery at Decatur, Ill.
Mr. Webster has had charge of the local creamery since the first of the year and under his direction the business had nearly doubled. The creamery at Decatur is now under process of construction and will be ready to operate by the first of October. For many years Mr. Webster was connected with the Creamery Package Company of Chicago.
Mr. Webster will move to Decatur with his family soon.

William Brockman is Dead
William BROCKMAN, a well known resident of the East Side, lake Manitou, died today at one o'clock, after being in failing health for over a year. He was past 67 years of age.
Mr. Brockman had made his residence in Rochester for the past seven years, coming here from St. Louis, Mo., his former home. For three years he lived on south Main street. He then built a bungalow on the east shore of lake Manitou.
Mr. Brockman was born in St. Louis, where he learned the iron molders trade which he followed for many years. In 1871 he was married. Three children survive his death, J. W. R. [BROCKMAN] and Eugene BROCKMAN and Mrs. Lulla May TUOHY.

Considerable Change
G. P. KEITH, who came here in 1882, says that at the time of his advent, one could see few VEHICLES from the country, except big wagons in which the farmer brought his family as well as his produce. Even buggies were comparatively scarce. During the fair he stood at the north gate one day and saw but one of the old fashioned vehicles - the rest were automobiles and buggies.

Short News
Charley CLARK, who formerly lived at Akron, is a new cigar maker at GILLILAND's.
Percy SMITH left today for Philadelphia, Pa., where he will re-enter the Wharton School of Commerce.
L. D. PARRISH, who has been employed at the ARLINGTON hotel all summer, lhas returned to his studies at Tri-State college at Angola.
The partition between BAILEY & ELLIOTT's cycle exchange and DYSERT's new building is being torn down, thereby increasing the size of the former store considerably.
Mrs. Ralph RAVENCROFT and faily have moved into the house formerly occupied by Rev. WRIGHT and family. Mr. RAVENCROFT left tonight for Cleveland, O., where he will join the dramatic company under the direction of Harry HOLDEN.

Tiosa
Raymond ANDERSON and family are visiting at the home of his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Ross ANDERSON. They are moving from Savannah, Ga., to California.
Dr. MEEK reports twin boys at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Dan COOK. They were Dr. Meek's first twins.
Word was received here from California, of the death of Ora E. ROGERS, a former resident and teacher of this place. He has many relatives here and leaves a wife and baby, mother and sister there.

Thursday, September 25, 1913

Funeral Saturday
The funeral of William BROCKMAN who died Wednesday, will be held Saturday morning at the house at ten o'clock, Rev. S. A. STEWART officiating. Burial will take place at the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Need Space for Display Room
RITCHEY & ROBBINS, the well known local agents of the Ford and Overland automobiles, have purchased the building now occupied by the ROCHESTER GARAGE and MACHINE COMPANY and will use it the coming season for a display room.
On account of the large number of machines which they sold the past year and the favorable outlook they have for the coming season, the firm was compelled to seek larger quarters. A large part of the machinery that is now in the room will be removed in order to make space for display purposes. A repair shop will be conducted in connection with the agency.
The property belonging to the Rochester Garage and Machine Company which is now in the room, will be moved soon. James GAVIN and John STANLEY, who have been working there all summer, will leave soon. Mr. Gavin will move to Dayton, Ohio, where he will be employed. John Stanley has the offer of several good positions but has not decided as to what he will do.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Frank DAUGHERTY, of East Rochester, a girl.

Short News
The bed for the body of Frank MOSS' ROCHESTER-MAIS truck arrived today and workmen are busy placing it in position under the supervision of John MAIS.
George KENT who has been employed at the SWISS DRY CLEANING PARLORS for the last 18 months, will resign next Saturday evening to go into business for himself at Plymouth.

Friday, September 26, 1913

Dies at Longcliff
John GOSS, a well known farmer of this county, died at Longcliff asylum Thursday night, after a short illness. He will be brought here for burial. Mr. Goss was a brother of George [GOSS], Edward [GOSS] and William GOSS. For many years he lived on a farm near Silver Lake. The funeral will be held Sunday at 10 o'clock a.m. in the U.B. church. Burial in the I.O.O.F.

cemetery.

Left for School
Byron C. GOSS left today for Buffalo, N.Y., where after a short visit he will take a trip through the East. He will then go to his work at Princeton, N.J., where he is an instructor in organic chemistry at the university. Mr. Goss is also engaged in research work under C. S. HUDSON of the bureau of agriculture at Washington.

Fight for Life Proves Futile
Hugh FOGLESONG, a student of Indiana University, a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity, and a young and popular man of this city, died at the home of his parents Thursday night at 12:00 o'clock, as the result of injuries sustained when a can of oil exploded, burning him from his neck to his feet. The accident happened Monday night, September 15th, and the victim made a brave but futile fight for life.
Tetanus set in Wednesday, and it with the effects of the burns brought about the end. Anti-tetanus serum was administered Thursday night, but in vain.
The death of Hugh Foglesong, who was but 22 years of age, is one of the saddest that has happened in this city in many years. When the fatal accident took place he was preparing to enter college for his last year's work.
A diligent student and a popular young man, he had a brilliant future in college as in the local schools he made many friends, was a lover of music and an excellent athlete. He will be missed by everybody who knew him.
The accident which caused Hugh Foglesong's death happened late Monday night when he returned in a drenching rain with his companion, Lyman BRACKETT. In attempting to start a fire in a stove, Hugh poured some oil out of a can into the grate. When the oil reached the coals in the fire place, a terrible explosion took place throwing the blazing oil over the young man. He ran from the house into the back yard where with the aid of his companion the blaze was extinguished but not until all the clothes over the upper part of his body were completely burnd away.
From that time on everything possible was done to aid the injured young man to recover. Night and day since the accident took place the attending physicians and nurses have made a continuous fight to prolong life. The interest and wishes of the entire community have been for his recovery but complications set in which the physicians could not combat and he passed away Thursday night after long suffering.
Hugh I. Foglesong was born at Roann, Ind., December 20th, 1890, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Henry FOGLESONG. After living at Plymouth and Walkerton for several years he moved with his parents to Rochester in 1903, where he entered the public schools. In 1909 he graduated from the Rochester High School and later entered Purdue University where he remained for two years. The next fall he entered Indiana University at Bloomington Ind., and before his death had plans completed to finish his course at Indiana during the coming year. He was studying for a degree in chemistry.
He was enrolled as a member of the Presbyterian church, the Emanon club at Purdue, and the Delta Tau Delta fraternity, at Indiana. He is an accomplished musician and during the past summer played at a local theater. He was also a member of the Purdue and Manitou bands.
The funeral will be held at the Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. S. A. STEWART, officiating. Those wishing may call at the house Saturday morning or Sunday morning between nine and twelve o'clock.

Mrs. Elsie D. SHAW, of Chicago, and Mrs. Alice LEININGER, of Angola, are here to attend the funeral of Hugh FOGLESONG. They are his mother's sisters.
Social Events
The engagement of Miss Edith May AULT, a former resident of this city, to John GERRIE at Warroads, Minn., has been announced, according to word received by relatives in this city. The marriage will take place at Warroads, September 30th. Miss Ault is well known here and is the daughter of Joseph AULT. Mr. Gerrie is employed in a hardware store in Warroads.
Mr. & Mrs. E. YOKUM, who reside east of Rochester, will celebrate their golden wedding anniversary next week at the home of their son, Dr. YOKUM, of Mentone.

Short News
James W. SCOTT, who has owned a farm north of Rochester, commonly known as the Brickhill farm, is dead at Marion, Ohio.

Advertised Letters
Mrs. James CLARY, Wm. V. LAHEY, Mrs. John MILLER, C. L. MUELLER, Miss Bertha RAMESDALL, Mrs. Mattie RANNELLS, W. B. TRIMBLE, Miss Sophia WIRRICK. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Saturday, September 27, 1913

Attempts Death Near Old Home
Roscoe COOK, 33, formerly in the grocery business here, and a brother of Mrs. John McCLUNG, who lives southeast of here, slashed his throat in attempt at suicide on a Winona interurban car just after it had left Peru, late Friday afternoon. The wounds inflicted were not fatal and Cook was taken off the car at Akron, and removed to the home of his mother. Despondency brought on by ill health is thought to have caused the deed.
It will be remembered that Cook and his brother, Theodore [COOK], ran a grocery store, south of the public square some 15 years ago. At the time of the Spanish-American war, Roscoe enlisted, served his time and then came here. After that he went West, where he married, and worked as a telegraph operator. Recently, ill health caused him to cease work. Early in the week he left his home in Nebraska and started to Indianapolis, where his brother is in business.
On reaching the city, he was unable to locate Theodore, and telephoned to his mother, Mrs. Mary COOK, who resides at Akron, in an effort to learn the address. She was unable to understand who was speaking or what was wanted. Her son then left Indianapolis, going to Peru, where he took a Winona car for Akron. Soon after the car had left Peru, the motorman, in passing through, noticed blood by Cook's seat, but thought that he had the nose bleed. A traveling man convinced him differently, and took away the razor. First aid was given until Akron was reached, and there the man was placed in a physician's care.
It was found that the throat was cut from ear to ear, but that neither the jugular vein or the wind pipe was severed. He will recover. Mrs. John McClung was hurried to his bedside in a motor car and the Indianapolis brother was notified. Mr. Cook is said to be suffering from cancer of the stomach, and it is thought that this, coupled with his disappointment at not being able to find his brother, brought about the deed. His wife and several children are in Nebraska.

Max Bailey Draws Land Claim
Word was received here today that Max Paul BAILEY, of this city, drew a claim in the Fort Peck Indian Reservation lottery, which ended in Glasgow, Montana, Friday.
Mr. Bailey recently returned from Montana, where he visited for several months this summer. While there he registered for the drawing at Glasgow. . . . . . . . .

On Indiana Team
According to the dispatches from Bloomington, Hugh BARNHART was at end of the Indiana football team, when it started its first game of the season against Depauw this afternoon. The state university team was expected to win easily.

Charles Caffyn Dies in Nebraska
Charles W. CAFFYN, ex-county auditor and well known resident of this city died Friday night in Lincoln, Neb., according to a telegram received here this morning from Mrs. CAFFYN, who was with her husband at the time of death. Mr. Caffyn was past 70 years of age.
The news came as a shock to local relatives, as they have been under the impression that Mr. Caffyn was gaining in health. A few weeks ago he left Rochester to consult physicians in Minnesota. After staying there a few days he and Mrs. Caffyn went to Lincoln, Nebraska, to visit his sister. Here he seemed to get better and the telegram received this morning by his daughter, Mrs. AWALT, was very much unexpected. Death was caused by anemia.
Charles Caffyn has been for many years prominent in local affairs and for two terms held the position as county auditor. He has always taken a prominent part in politics.
Deceased was born in Decatur, Ind., November 12, 1842, the son of John and Sarah CAFFYN. His early education was received in the schools of that county and later he attended the high school at Kokomo for two years. His early life was spent on the farm. In May, 1886, he was married to Josephine ELAM. To this union there was born one child, now Mrs. May AWALT, who survives him. Mrs. Caffyn died in 1882 and a few years later Mr. Caffyn married Emma AWALT, who survives him. One child was born to this union, Walter CAFFYN.
After moving to Rochester, Mr. Caffyn engaged in the dry goods business for several years. Of late years he was engaged in the contracting business and with Marion CARTER, of this city, did considerable work in the South.
The funeral arrangements have not been made, but the body will be brought here for burial. His son, Walter, and daughter, Mrs. Awalt, are here at the present time.

Macy
Mr. & Mrs. Frank PALMER are rejoicing over the advent of a baby boy into their home. He arrived early Wednesday morning.

Kewanna
Harold HENDRICKSON is the owner of a new 1914 Maxwell auto.

Social Events
Miss Ruth HEIMBURGER, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Ed. HEIMBURGER of Kewanna, and who has been for some time living with her sister in St. Louis, was married in that city on Thursday, Sept. 12th, to Harry C. HORNBECK, of Peru. Mr. & Mrs. Hornbeck will for the present make their home in St. Louis.
The marriage of Dean KILMER, barber in the Bearss barber shop, formerly of Rochester, to Miss Mary COCHRAN, daughter of Mrs. Mary A. COCHRAN, a widow, residing on West Fifth street, was solemnized Thursday evening at 6:30 at the Baptist parsonage by Rev. A. M. BAILEY, D.D. . . . . will reside at 272 West Fifth street. -- Peru Chronicle. The groom is a son of Mr. & Mrs. W. O. KILMER of this city.
A marriage license was granted today to Miss Elverata KINGERY and William ALLEN. The time of the marriage has not been announced.

Short News
Charley DAVIS is in Argos looking after the new ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION LINE.
Earl KARN, student at Purdue University, Lafayette, is here to attend the funeral of Hugh FOGLESONG.

Monday, September 29, 1913

Burial is Largely Attended
The funeral of Hugh FOGLESONG held Sunday afternoon, at two o'clock, in the Presbyterian church, was largely attended, and proved one of the saddest events the city has witnessed in some time. Many attended from out of the city.
Headed by the Manitou band, of which the deceased had been a member, the procession moved slowly to the church, where the services were held. Rev. S. A. STEWART and Rev. W. M. BAUMGARTNER officiated at the impressive service. The floral offerings were magnificient and included immense pieces from the various organizations to which the deceased belonged, as well as many from friends and relatives.
Pall bearers were W. A. REID, Lafayette, R. P. HENRY, Terre Haute, and C. R. WICKER, Camden, members of the Emanon club at Purdue and Otto ENGLEHART, Brazil, Lyman BRACKETT and Hugh BARNHART members of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity, at Indiana. Burial was in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Mrs. David Hissong is Dead
At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mary WALES, of near Germany, Mrs. David HISSONG, died this morning, after an illness of several months. Death was caused by cancer.
Mrs. Hissong became ill several months ago while attending church. She was several miles from her home and so she was taken to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wales.
Mrs. Hissong is the mother of six children by her first marriage to Silas MILLISOR who is dead. The children are Mrs. Mary WALES, Mrs. Lizzie WOODCOX, Mrs. Ruth CRABILL, Esther MILLISOR, Henry MILLISOR, and Earl MILLISOR. Her second husband, Davis HISSONG, survives her.
The funeral will be held Wednesday at ten o'clock at the home.

Caffyn Funeral
The funeral of Charles CAFFYN, who died Friday in Lincoln, Neb., will be held at the WOLF residence on south Main street, Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock. Rev. S. A. STEWART will have charge and burial will be made here. The body will arrive tonight.

Social Events
Mrs. Pearl and Earl RALSTIN, who were divorced some time ago, applied for a marriage license Saturday and were married for the second time.

Short News
Tom BLACK is extra clerk at the RACKET this week. Tom SHAFER is taking a vacation from his duties at the Racket.
Leroy MILROY who has been working at SEIGRIED's bakery, has accepted a similar position with the WABASH BAKING COMPANY.
Rev. S. A. STEWART received the sad news this morning that his oldest sister, Mrs. H. H. THOMPSON, of Sharpsville, Pa., was dead.
Mr. & Mrs. A. C. DAVISSON and Mr. & Mrs. Frank STERNER motored to Lafayette, Sunday, where they visited their sons, Harold DAVISSON and Howard STERNER, who are Purdue students.
Mr. & Mrs. A. J. DILLON, accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. Clem MILLER drove to Lafayette, Sunday to visit Mrs. L. EDWARDS, mother of the two women who is in a sanitarium there and Clarence MILLER, who is attending Purdue.

Tuesday, September 30, 1913

Flagstaff Has Some History
Rochester's CITY HALL is now adorned by a FLAGSTAFF which once graced a World's Fair building in Jackson park, Chicago.
The story runs like this. Some 13 years ago, Marshal Jack CHAMBERLAIN had occasion to purchase some materials of the Chicago House Wrecking company. He made a trip the the Windy city to get the timber, and the man who attended to his wants called his attention to the flagstaff which was being put in order, telling him where it had been used.
The Marshal kept the 12 foot piece of pine until the othr day, when he donated it to the city, for the purpose of capping the city hall tower. On special occasions, Old Glory will blossom forth at the peak of the old staff, which looked down on countless thousands in Chicago more than a score of years ago.

Husband is Found With Paramour
Warrants were sworn out late Monday night for the arrest of Miss Temperance WINN and Wilbur HAINES on the charge of fornication. The warrants were issued on evidence furnished by Mrs. May HAINES, who alone caught her husband and the Winn woman in the latter's home on east Ninth street, Sunday afternoon. . . . . . . . .

Short News
Carl HARTUNG is the new presser at John ALLISON's.
Ruth McCARTY returned to Indiana University at Bloomington, Monday.
George BUCHANAN is the new delivery boy at the K. W. SHORE general store.
George KENT and Art WILE were in Plymouth opening a dry cleaning establishment.

Wednesday, October 1, 1913

Here For Wedding
The following persons from out of town are here to attend the PELL-RUH marriage: Mr. & Mrs. J. A. PELL, Mr. & Mrs. Harley IRELAND, James CAMPBELL, Harry BRATTIN and Marshal WILDER, of Brazil, Miss Katherine SHANK of Vincennes, Donald RUH and Robert SHAFER, of Purdue University, Miss Mary CRAIG, of Noblesville, Mr. & Mrs. Harry WEST, Mrs. H. KARTHEL, Charles BURTON and Miss Elenore KARTHEL, of Peru, and Miss Ruth BURTON, of Western College at Oxford, Ohio.

Social Events
On last Wednesday evening 40 young people of Leiters Ford high school gathered at the home of Mildred NAFE, who lives west of Germany Station and completely surprised her on her 15th birthday. . . . .

The marriage of Miss Lucy RUH, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Alex RUH, to Dr. H. M. PELL, of Brazil, will take place at the home of the bride's parents, at seven o'clock this evening. Rev. G. C. CHANDLER of the First Baptist church will officiate in the presence of 80 guests.
George Edgar KECK, age 22, machine inspector of Detroit, and Miss Helen Margaret McMILLEN, daughter of Charles McMILLEN, of Delong, were married this afternoon at the Christian parsonage by Rev. BURKETTE.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. John MYERS are preparing to move back to Rochester from Plymouth, where they have been making their home for the last eight years.
Among those here to attend the Charles CAFFYN funeral Wednesday, are Miss Charlotte BLOSSINGHAM and Mrs. Kate COOPER, Chicago, and Mrs. Leon WHEELER, of Valparaiso and Mrs. Edward LANGLEY, of Los Angeles. The latter two are guests of Mrs. J. N. RANNELLS.

Tuesday, October 2, 1913

Pretty Wedding at A. Ruh Home
The marriage of Miss Lucy RUH, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Alex RUH, to Dr. Harry PELL, son of Mr. & Mrs. J. A. PELL, of Brazil, Wednesday evening at seven o'clock, was a pretty home wedding at which the guests were 80 of the relatives and family friends.
The ceremony was complete in all of its appointments. The rooms of the home at the corner of Eighth and Pontiac streets were decorated with wisteria, southern smilax and green leaves, all prettily arranged. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Additional Locals
Henry DuBOIS who has been recuperating from an attack of typhoid fever, has returned to his studies at Indiana University in Bloomington.

Advertised Letters
Edwin ALMONY, Mrs. Maxie ARMANTRON, R. J. CLARK, D. C. DORLAND, Miss Bessie ROBERTS, Mrs. Fred SHEETS, Mrs. Hanna THOMAS. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Short News
Quincy VANDEGRIFT was in Peru today in the interest of his pop factory.

Obituary
Marion Jane HISSONG, nee BISHER, wife of David HISSONG, of Richland Center, was born in Starke county near Knox, Ind., Aug. 28, 1856, and died in the home of her son-in-law, F. WALES, near Burton, Ind., Sept. 29, 1913, at the age of 57 years, 1 month and 1 day. Her first husband, Mr MILIZER, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 3 children went on before her to the spirit world. Her second husband, David Hissong, her mother, 87 years old, 3 sons and a daughter are mourning her loss. Mrs. Hissong was married to Mr. Hissong, Sept. 1, 1910 and they lived together until death separated them. Mrs. Hissong was a member of the Grand View church of the Er. Association and attended quarterly meeting at Burton, where she took sick. Her sickness was a complication of tumerous cancer of the stomach. Not being well enough to be moved very far, she was taken to the nearby place of her daughter, Mrs. F. WALES, where she had the finest of care. All of her husband's relatives, neighbors and friends and five doctors could do was done to restore her to health again, but in vain. After nine weeks of severe suffering she died. Her funeral was preached by her pastor in the church five miles from Burton. She was buried in the church cemetery where her first husband lies.

Friday, October 3, 1913

Germany
Mrs. David HISSONG died Monday morning about 8 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank WALES, after an illness of nine weeks. She was the mother of eight children, five daughters and three sons, one daughter having preceeded her in death.

Richland Center
Arlo ADAMSON and family, who visited a few weeks with relatives and friends around here, returned to their home near Bryan, Ohio, last week. They drove through with horse and buggy.

Grass Creek
Joe HOWARD has gone to Bloomington to start a seven years course in medicine.
Frank CLEMENS has purchased a new Empire auto.
The CANNING FACTORY put out 2,110 cans of tomatoes Saturday.

Short News
Irene CHESTNUT has accepted a position to teach school in Bridgeport, Ill.
Tom HOOVER went to North Manchester today where he will enter the motorcycle races.
Oren KARN has leased the second and third floors of the new DYSERT building and will conduct a modern ROOMING HOUSE in connection with the AMERICAN CAFE.
Rev. & Mrs. J. D. KRUWEL and son are moving their household goods to Clinton, near Terre Haute, where the minister was sent by the conference. Rev. A. S. WARRINER, his successor, is expected here soon.

Saturday, October 4, 1913

Fulton
Paul SNEPP and Russel COOPER made a trip to Kokomo on their motorcycles.
Rev. HOLMES is the new minister at the U.B. church here, Rev. SHERRILL having been sent to Churubusco, Ind.

Mr. Zion
Saturday occurred the marriage of Miss Ethel SNYDER, of this place, and Samuel BURKETT, of Sugar Grove. The wedding took place at St. Joseph.

Tiosa
Beverly BUSSERT moved his household goods to Plymouth last week.

Social Events
Miss Louise ARMSTRONG and Fred FELTY were married at the Presbyterian parsonage Friday evening, Rev. S. A. STEWART officiating. Miss Armstrong is the daughter of Mrs. Mahaley ARMSTRONG and has been employed for the past five years at the glove factory. . . . Mr. Felty is employed at his father's barber shop on north Main street. He is a member of the Manitou band. . . .
A marriage license was issued, today, to Ralph Ray WIDEMAN, age 22, and Alma Gale MILLER, age 19, of Akron. They were married in the clerk's office by Rev. BURKETT of the Christian church, this morning. They will reside on a farm near Akron.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Clarence NELSON returned today from N. Dakota, where they have been for the last few months.
All of the machinery has been moved out of the room formerly occupied by the ROCHESTER GARAGE and MACHINE COMPANY. RITCHEY & ROBBINS will use the room for displaying their automobiles.

Monday, October 6, 1913

$10,000 Damage Suit is Filed
Mrs. Effie HUNTER has filed suit against the Chicago and Erie railroad company for $10,000 damages.
The action is the result of an accident at Leiters Ford on the evening of January 22nd, this year, in which Joseph HUNTER lost his life when a freight train backed down upon him as he was crossing the tracks.

Death Ends Weeks of Intense Pain
After a serious illness of several months, Mrs. Rose METZLER, died Sunday morning, at 5:30 o'clock at the hospital in Plymouth, Ind. Death came as a relief, after the stricken woman had suffered intense pain for many weeks as the result of an operation for cancer. Her recovery was regarded impossible 10 days before she passed away.

Mrs. Metzler had many friends in this city. She was well known because of her long connection with M. WILE & SONS store, where she was employed as clerk. Always endeavoring to please and ever in a cheerful mood, Mrs. Metzler will be missed by all who had the good fortune to know her.
Mrs. Rose Metzler was born in this county, March 22nd, 1865, the youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph REED. Her early life was spent on the farm of her parents. December 4th, 1836, she was married to Herman METZLER. After ten years of married life they were separated. The two children who were born to them died in infancy.
Mrs. Metzler leaves three sisters, Mrs. Clarisa REED, Mrs. Lavina VanTRUMP and Mrs. James ONSTOTT, all of whom live in this city. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon, at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. G. C. CHANDLER of the Baptist church, of which Mrs. Metzler was a member, will have charge of the services. Friends wishing to call may do so this evening betwen seven and 9:30 o'clock or Tuesday morning between nine and 11 o'clock.

Here For Visit
Victor BARNETT, sporting editor of the Madison, Wisconsin Journal, and a former resident of this city, is here visiting friends.
Social Events
Miss Hettie L. LUNSFORD and Guy V. RALSTIN were married Saturday evening at the Baptist parsonage by Rev. G. C. CHANDLER. Mr. Ralstin is well known here where he has many friends. He is now employed in Peru as a boiler maker. Miss Lunsford is a resident of near Tiosa and is a popular young woman.
Mrs Mintie HOLEMAN entertained Saturday evening in honor of Miss Alice STAHL, who leaves soon for Colorado, lwhere she will make her home. . . .
A marriage license was issued today by County Clerk BABCOCK, to Miss Ruth FAULSTICK and Harley MAHLER. They will be married at Culver this evening. They will live on a farm near that town.

Short News
John SIMMONS is visiting friends in Argos. Billy TRUE is taking his place at the AMERICAN RESTAURANT.
Mr. & Mrs. Chris HOOVER have filed adoption papers in the circuit court for Margaret Aletha BARKDOLL.
Vine CURTIS, forced out of business for four weeks because of illness, has re-opened his meat market on east Ninth street, and is ready to care for his customers. . . . .

Tuesday, October 7, 1913

Dies at Mentone
Word was received today announcing the death of John BLUE, at Mentone, Ind. Mr. Blue is well known here, having married Miss Pearl ROUCH, the daughter of George ROUCH.

Short News
Miss Clara REED and Mrs. Edward BAIR of near Tiosa, attended the funeral of Mrs. Rose METZLER.
Miss Pauline RUNKLE of Macy, is attending the high school here. She is making her home with Mrs. Elizabeth MILLER.

After an absence of eight months Miss Metta REED has returned to work at M. WILE & SONS store. She has been taking a vacation because of ill health.

Wednesday, October 3, 1913

New Erie Depot Near Completion
Within one week the new ERIE DEPOT will be finished. Workmen are busy at present putting the finishing touches to the ladies waiting room and the big freight platform at the west end.
When the structure is completed and painted, Rochester will have as good a depot as is seen in many towns double its size. An addition of 15 feet has been added to the east end which will be used for a ladies waiting room. The old room will be used by the men. Two toilet rooms have been built.
Patrons of the railroad will soon have much less trouble in the getting their freight or sending it away. A large cement platform 20 feet wide, four feet high and 35 feet long has been built at the west end of the depot. It will add greatly to the convenience of freight shippers. . . . .

Kendrick's Plans Are Accepted
W. H. KENDRICK, Rochester architect, was Tuesday notified that his plans and specifications for KEWANNA's $8,000 CARNEGIE LIBRARY had been accepted. The building will be erected this fall. . . . . . . . .

Stork Special
Postmaster WRIGHT received a telegram Monday announcing the birth of a baby girl to his daughter, Mrs. Harry SEE, in Oakland, California.
Mrs. Fred WONDERLY, of North Manchester, formerly Gail S. STEWART, of this city, is the mother of a baby boy.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Byron KILLEN, Winona Lake, Monday night, a girl, Elizabeth Rose KILLEN.

Margaret Plank is October Bride
In the home of Mr. & Mrs. Charles K. PLANK, south Main street, at five o'clock, Wednesday afternoon, took place the marriage of their daughter, Margaret [PLANK] to Charles Edward PYLE, son of Mr. & Mrs. John PYLE. There were 80 guests, relatives and friends of the family.
Two of the city's most prominent families were united by the ceremony. . . . .
The bride, who is the youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Plank, is a young woman of charming personality and much musical talent. She has been active in church and social activities for a number of years. She attended Northwestern university for several years and is a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. The groom, who attended Purdue university, is a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity, is now employed by the ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY, and has splendid prospects.
After a stay of a few days in Chicago, the couple will return here and be at home after November first at 903 S. Main street, where they have completely furnished a house. . . .
Among the out of town guests here [for the] ceremony were: Mary PAYNE, Franklin; Kathleen CAMPBELL, Greencastle; Mildred PFEIFFER, Evanston; Hugh BARNHART, Bloomington; and Robert SHAFER, Lafayette.

Daniel Shriver Passes Away
After an extended illness with kidney trouble, Daniel SHRIVER, a long time resident of this county, died this afternoon at his home one mile northeast of Athens. He was past 80 years of age.
Mr. Shriver was well known in this county and had lived since 1870 on the farm northeast of Athens. He leaves a wife, one son and three daughters. The funeral arrangements have not been made.

Short News
The ROCHESTER ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT & POWER COMPANY is installing a cluster light in front of Reub GILLILAND's pool room.
Word was received here today announcing the death of Rev. Daniel SHOWLEY, at San Diego, Cal. He will be well remembered by Rochester citizens.
Grant SLAYBAUGH, a former resident of this city, visited friends here Tuesday evening. Mr. Slaybaugh has purchased a half interest in the Adair drug store in Portland, Ind., where he is now located.

Joseph DAGUE, of Washington, D.C., and W. H. DAGUE, of Fowler were in Rochester today. They grew to manhood in Liberty township but left there many years ago. Both have been editors in their time and are much interested in American politics.

Thursday, October 9, 1913

Are In Chicago
Mr. & Mrs. Charles E. PYLE, who were married Wednesday night, were taken to South Bend by Roy DENISTON in his car. They were accompanied by Mrs. DENISTON, Mary DAWSON and Guy BARR. A second wedding supper was served them at the Oliver in South Bend. Mr. & Mrs. [PYLE] will return from Chicago, Sunday.

Young Couple Are Separated
A divorce proceeding in which two of the city's well known families will be interested, is expected to follow the recent departure of Mrs. Cecelia PETERS WARD for Chicago, according to a statement made by the young woman just before she boarded an Erie train Wednesday morning. She is the wife of William WARD, son of Mr. & Mrs. Willis WARD.
Mrs. Ward stated that she and her husband had not been living together for the past several weeks because of his refusal to make his home with her mother, Mrs. S. J. PETERS, who until recently, resided on south Main street. Mrs. Ward said that Mr. PETERS was away most of the time, and that in as much as Mrs. Peters also wished to be away, she had asked the young couple to occupy her home. She intimated that her married life had not been happy.
According to Mrs. Ward, her husband told her that she would have to choose between him and her mother. She chose her mother and has gone with her to live in Wisconsin. She declared that she would bring no legal action, but that she expected her husband to. He could not be located today by the Sentinel.

Social Events
Twenty friends of Miss Crella HICKMAN gathered at the home of Henry FELTY Wednesday evening where she was given a farewell party. Miss Hickman will leave for her home in Venita, Oklahoma, soon. . . .

Advertised Letters
A. E. ADAMS, Mrs. Harry CHAMBERS, Mrs. May HUMPHREY, Miss Ada KNIGHT, O. S. FRICK. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Friday, October 10, 1913

To Begin to Can Pumpkins
The ROCHESTER CANNING COMPANY is going to venture into a new field shortly when they commence to can pumpkins. Efforts will be made by Manager [Floyd J.] MATTICE this week to ascertain how many pumpkins he can obtain from the farmers in the county as the company would like to put up at least 40,000. . . . . . . . .

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Omar HAGAN, Friday morning, a boy.

Grandma Reese Called by Death
After a short illness of one week, Mrs. Margaret (Grandma) REESE, the oldest woman in the county, died this afternoon at her home on north Main street. She was past 97 years of age. Her daughter, Mrs. Mary STANARD, of Amboy, Ill., arrived at the house a few minutes before her mother passed away.
Mrs. Reese was not only the oldest woman in this county, but perhaps the best known and most beloved. During her illness, friends were at her bedside constantly and up to the last minute she received every attention that was possible.
Mrs. Reese was born in Ireland, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Robert SMITH. She came to this county when she was four years of age. Her first husband was John ADAIR and one son, Dr. Chas. ADAIR, of San Francisco, Cal., survives this union. Her second husband was Alexander CHAMBERLAIN. One daughter, Mrs. C. E. STANARD, of Amboy, Ill., was born to this union. After the death of Mr. Chamberlain she was married to William REESE, who passed away 20 [?] years ago. She has been a resident of this county since 1856. She leaves four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
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Mrs. Daniel LEININGER of Akron, died Thursday afternoon at five o'clock, after an illness of two days. She suffered an operation Thursday and never survived the shock.
Mrs. Leininger was highly respected and well known for her motherly instincts. As her husband and sons conducted the biggest store in Akron, she was well known. On Tuesday evening of this week she was down town at the store. She leaves to mourn her death five sons and two daughters.

Social Events
A pretty wedding took place Thursday evening at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. F. Z. BURKETT, when Ralph J. BUNN and Hazel Marie KESSLER, both of this city, were united in wedlock in the presence of a few invited friends of the bride and groom. The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. James M. BURNS, and the bride is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George KESSLER, deceased. The couple will make their home in this city, where the groom is employed.
Miss Mae McSWEENEY and Al G. SCHEER, of Kewanna, will be married in Plymouth next Wednesday evening at the home of a relative. . . . Miss McSweeney is a well known and popular young woman of Kewanna. Mr. Scheer has been playing professional ball for the past three years and was recently connected with the Washington team in the American league.
Miss Lavina SEARCH entertained a number of friends Thursday evening at dinner in honor of Miss Nina WEBSTER who will soon be married to Roy MILLIGAN.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Vernon DAVIS departed Thursday afternoon for their new home in Buffalo, N.Y.
KEWANNA is expecting to have an ELECTRIC LIGHTING PLANT of her own before the first of the year.
Misses Grace SHELTON and Maude MASTERSON are new employees of the Carl VanTRUMP RAFFLE CARD FACTORY.

Obituary
Daniel SHRIVER, born in Canton, Stark county, Ohio. Married Ellen June HIZER, December 31, 1857. Moved to Indiana, 1874, settled in Fulton county, where he has always resided. Departed this life October 8, 1913. Leaves wife and four children, (two other children deceased), Samantha HOFFMAN, Fulton county, Martha Jane KUFFEL, deceased, Emma Rebecca BALLENGER, Fulton county, Orlando SHRIVER, deceased, Sarah Alice McMAHAN, Fulton county, and Alvin SHRIVER, Athens, Alabama, 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Shriver visited his son in Alabama for four weeks, then returned to his home at Athens, September 29, 1913, took sick, bedfast the following Monday morning. His attendants thought Monday and Tuesday previous to death that he would soon be able to get up. He died Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, with nobody in the room. He was found dead by his daughter, Mrs. BALLENGER. Funeral arrangements not made on account of son's failure to arrive from Alabama.

Saturday, October 11, 1913

Child Dies
Arthur L. BARR, 18 months old child of Mrs. Lydia BARR, died Friday night at the home six miles east of Rochester. The funeral will be held at the house Sunday morning. The father of the child, Al BARR, passed away a year ago.

Factory Sold
KARN & TRANBARGER, who have been operating the ICE CREAM FACTORY on N. Main street for the last year, sold out today to Henry MEYER, who was a former partner of Tranbarger.

Reminiscences of County Bar
LeRoy ARMSTRONG, formerly a reporter on the Sentinel, and now a resident of Salt Lake City, Utah, where he is still engaged in the newspaper writing, learning of the recent death of Hon. M. L. ESSICK, has recalled to mind and written some things about the deceased dean of the Fulton County Bar. A letter to the Sentinel says:
Long, long time ago I sat for the first time in the Fulton county court room and listened to the arguments of lawyers. I may be pardoned if I place my old, very dear friend SLICK at the very top of the worshipful administration. His sonorous voice, his calm assumption of mastery, his keen distinction of the crucial point in the case, his eloquence in debate, his winning against handicaps, his loyalty to friends -- these may excuse my indication of partiality. But it doesn't lessen my sorrow at the death of Mr. Essick.
There were -- doubtless are now -- many able lawyers in Rochester. George HOLMAN was one of them. Just coming into his own as I left the town. JAMISON and CALKINS were earlier leaders of the bar there, but they passed on. And there was Enoch STURGEON, who died before he should; and Col. [Kline G.] SHRYOCK, picturesque to the last; and Enoch MYERS, who wouldn't have had his cross eyes corrected for any money; and Milo SMITH, whose black and white plaid necktie lives in my memory; and Isaiah CONNOR, whose red whiskers betrayed him at last, and turn[ed] gray; and in the long ago Isaac Washington BROWN, who practiced at the bar before he heard the call of the bird and the hum of the bee, and there were others: BIBLER and MONTGOMERY and METZGER, who may seem like veterans to the rest of you, but who were not admitted to the practice in the heroic days when Essick was strongest.
I remember him as a droll fellow, with a high pitched and drawling voice, but a twinkling eye and a keen sense of humor. I reported the VANDERKARR trial away back in the seventies, one of the few murder trials for the blemishing of the county, and wanted a few lines of biography about different lawyers in the case. Essick came up to the office of CALKINS and SLICK while the latter lawyer was giving me data. Slick, speaking of Calkins, said, "He was a member of the Legislature," and there Essick interrupted him with his inimitable drawl: "Where he once distinguished himself by seconding a motion to adjourn." Calkins was sitting at the window, smoking, and he burst out with a laugh so loud that he startled Jonathan DAWSON, on the sidewalk below. By the way, I printed Essick's interruption in my report of the trial and Calkins never forgave me.
Absolute honesty is the Essick quality which left his personal impression on me most deeply. It wasn't cant or pretense. It was in the fibre of the man. He was a good lawyer, a good soldier, a good citizen, and the influence he exerted will not pass away. It is worth while to have lived such a life as his. I don't suppose any other sort of life is worth while. -- LeROY ANDERSON.

May Have Electric Lights
Rev. J. H. GERVIN was before the Macy town board Monday night and asked the board for a franchise to operate an ELECTRIC LIGHT PLANT in MACY and for permission to use the streets and alleys in putting up poles and wires. The request for a franchise is being favorably considered by the board, and it now looks as if Macy was in a fair way to have some light on the subject.

Dies at Hospital
Tony CASTINO, who has been working on the Erie near Akron, and who was brought to Woodlawn hospital last week suffering with typhoid fever, died at the hospital this morning. He will be buried near Akron.

To Meet Here
At the reunion of the FORTY-SIXTH REGIMENT which adjourned in Delphi Friday, it was decided to hold the next meeting in Rochester. John STALLARD, of this city, was elected president. Mr. Stallard and Gus SINKS of this city, attended the reunion at Delphi.

Richland Center
Our former pastor, Rev. MOSHIER and family, will leave for their new field of labor on Tuesday or Wednesday of this week, at Reynolds, Ind. Our new pastor, Rev. KUONON and family will arrive here sometime this week.

Germany
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur BARKER have moved here from their former home, Huntington.
Walter WOOD expects to leave for the West where he has employment.

Social Events
Mrs. Mary LOWMAN left today for Birmingham, Alabama, where she will be married to Ronald PIERCE. Mr. Pierce is a former resident of this city and became acquainted with Mrs. Lowman when he worked for the ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY. . .
Carl SORHAGE and Mrs. Mary FAULSTICK, of Delong, were married in the county clerk's office Friday afternoon by Rev. BAUMGARTNER of the Evangelical church. The couple live in Delong where Mr. Sorhage is a watchmaker. They are well respected people of that village.

Stork Special
Mr. & Mrs. Jacob REED are the parents of a boy.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Elmer HENDERSON, east of Rochester, a boy.

Monday, October 13, 1913

Mrs. Anna Fry is Dead
Walter HOUSE was called to Liberty township Saturday on account of the death of his grandmother, Mrs. Anna FRY. She was past eighty years of age.

Lutheran Minister
Rev. A. M. HAHN has been secured as the new pastor of the Lutheran churches here and northwest of Kewanna and preached his first sermon there last Sunday morning. He was formerly located in Canada and is a gentleman of ability and pleasing personality. He will divide his time between Kewanna and Rochester.

Short News
Geo. IRDLE and family are moving to Muncie today.
Abe BERITSKY is installing a FEATHER RENOVATING MACHINE.
Miss Goldie TAYLOR returned to Germany station this morning where she is teaching school.
Pearl BRUBAKER who has been employed at BAILEY & ELLIOTT's the past few months, resigned Saturday.
Miss Mildred PFEIFFER returned to Evanston, Ill., Sunday, where she is a student at Northwestern university.

The ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY has started work on the reconstruction of the Broadway bridge at Peru. The first business is the raising of the height of the piers.

Tuesday, October 14, 1913

Makes Strike in California
A Fulton county man has made a good strike in California, according to the Bakersfield Californian, which tells of the finding of oil sand and petroleum gas at a depth of 400 feet by George HAY, who formerly lived near here.
Hay and his associates were driving a water well when the strike was made. He is a son of John HAY, deceased, and a brother of Mel HAY, who lives southwest of the city. The account goes on to say: "The well is being drilled about three miles east of Edison and one mile north. . . . Mr. Hay has tied up 4,000 acres of land on options . . . "

Second Place
Otis HAGAN returned from Converse, Ind., Monday, where he took part in the 50 mile motorcycle race at that place. Hagan was on an old model Harley Davidson, but was able to get second money. . . .

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Eli LEITER, of near Leiters Ford, a girl baby on October 14.

Again Files Suit for Separation
For the second time in one year Harvey WAYMIRE has filed suit for divorce. When the case came to trial last spring the court refused him a divorce on the grounds that he had not gained a residence in this state. . . . .
In the complaint the plaintiff sets forth that he and Miss Fern CRIM were married February 25th, 1910 and lived together as man and wife until June 15th, 1911, when she left him to live with her mother. At that time they were living in California where they had been married.
At the present time Mr. Waymire is employed here as manager of the local office of the WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. Mrs. Waymire is living in California with her mother.

Wednesday, October 15, 1913

Child's Death Causes Insanity
Dan OLINGER, whose home is just east of Macy, was taken to Peru Monday afternoon and is in the custody of Sheriff HOSTETLER at the county jail, awaiting an insanity inquest. It is likely the man will be taken to the hospital for insane at Logansport.
Mr. Olinger's insane condition is due to the tragic death of his four-year-old daughter, which occurred about two months ago. While playing in the stable she fell from a manger and was trampled to death by a horse. . . . .

Is Advanced
Harry J. KISTLER of Indianapolis, vice president , has been advanced to the position of president of the Travelers' Mutual Sick Benefit Association, to succeed E. Riley ROBBINS, who died recently. Kistler is a son of L. C. KISTLER, of this city and is with Armours.

Here For Visit
Mr. & Mrs. F. D. HAIMBAUGH of Muncie, are here for a few days visit with relatives and friends. They formerly lived here. Mr. Haimbaugh was in the FIRST CLASS that ever graduated from ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL.

Fennie's Cafe Sold to New Man
FENNIE'S CAFE, formerly owned by S. C. FENNIMORE & SON, has been sold to Stanton THOMPSON, a former resident of this city and who has been operating a restaurant in Akron, Ind., for several years. Mr. Thompson sook possession of the cafe this morning.
Mr. Fennimore and son, Lonnie [FENNIMORE], opened Fennie's Cafe June 17th and ever since have had a first class patronage. They have not fully decided as to their future work.
Mr. Thompson has had five years experience in the restaurant business. For three years he was an employe of R. P. TRUE, of this city. Until June of last summer he conducted a restaurant in Akron. . . .

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Abraham GINTHER and niece, Pearl FREEL, entertained at dinner, Sunday, October 12, it being Pearl's eighteenth birthday. The guests were Mr. & Mrs. Wm. STEWART and son Gerald [STEWART], Mr. & Mrs Elzie TILLMAN and John FREELS, all of South Whitley, Messrs. Clifford NYE and Ralph SEVERNS, Misses Glenn SMITH and Emma UTTER, of Athens, Ernest BARGER, of Valparaiso, Chas. BIDDINGER, Mr. & Mrs. Chas. WENTZEL and daughter Marie [WENTZEL], Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence HACKETT and daughter Annabelle [HACKETT] and Mr. & Mrs. John BARGER and daughter Constance [BARGER], all of Leiters.
Miss Jessie Belle LISEY and Ernest Guy URBIN, of near Kewanna, were married at the Methodist parsonage this morning. They are well respected young people of Union township and will live on a farm near Kewanna.

Short News
Charley CARRUTHERS, manager of BEYER BROS. CO. house at Logansport, was in Rochester on business today.

Thursday, October 16, 1913

Letter From Former Citizen
The writer of the following letter will be remembered by many of the older citizens of Rochester. He organized the CITIZENS BAND and at one time was known as the best cornet player in the state.
Kansas City , Mo., Sept. 30, 1913. -- My Dear Friend Mr. Vivian ESSICK:
I wish to share a part of your sorrow, because of the loss of your dear father. He was one of my warmest friends. I might call him a life long friend, for I knew him so many years. I knew him in the year 1866, when he bought the printing office from FULLER. I was a printer then and worked at the Sentinel office, and in spite of our difference in politics, we were always good friends. He loved music and we often in after years talked of the great happiness one could get when absorbed in the higher classics -- he was always a listener when it was possible at any of my concerts and I never wondered at your being a musician. I have lost many of my Rochester friends -- until it would seem your father surely must be the last of the older citizens. When I read the weekly papers, I see none but strange names any more, when but a few years ago I would know every stranger who came to town. Now I believe should I walk upon the main thoroughfare things would seem so strange I would perhaps ask the first person I met to tell me who I was. I hope you are still playing in the band of which I claim to be the father, and that you will give to them (all) my best wishes particularly all who knew me. From yours, etc. J. G. PEARSON.

Mrs. L. Suman is Honored
Mrs. Lulu SUMAN, of 207 W. 13th street, this city, has been honored by election to the presidency of the district W. C. T. U. which met at Logansport this week. . . . .

Social Events
Mrs. Mary Louise MULLICAN and John BARNHISEL, of near Macy, were married in Akron Wdnesday evening. They will live on a farm near Macy.

Short News
Prof. Lamont DAVIDSON of this city, has been engaged by citizens of Warsaw to lead the band of that place.

Friday, October 17, 1913

Are Wanted by U. S. Government
Within the last five years six men from this county have enlisted in the United States Army and after remaining in service for several months, have deserted.
One of the six, Frank HUGHSTON, was arrested several years ago in this city and was returned to the army. The other five have never been caught and a reward of $50 is now being offered by the government for each of them. The five men from this county who are wanted are Billy ROGERS, Edward MAIER, Harry CHRIS, Chas. HUBER and Edgar R. AULT. Huber was a former resident of Kewanna and enlisted in the army at Logansport. Ault is from Macy and he too enlisted in the army at Logansport.
Hughston, Rogers, Maier and Chris are well known in this city and all attended the public schools here. Several of the boys were very wild before they left here and joined the army, but it was thought at the time that army life would cause them to do better.

To Arrest Bigamist
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney O. A. DAVIS will probably issue an affidavit soon for the arrest of Elias H. DeBOLT, on a charge of bigamy. He is now supposed to be in Lafayette, Ind. DeBolt is not known here, but through the efforts of his first wife to locate him, it was discovered that he was married for the second time in this city last summer. He is an old soldier and a former inmate of the soldiers home at Marion. He is not living with either wives at present. He is nearly eighty years of age.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. William NORRIS Friday morning, a girl baby.

Dies Suddenly
Mrs. Oscar ENYART, a well known resident of Kewanna, died suddenly Thursday morning, after an illness of a few hours. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at ten o'clock. Rev. TACOMA, of the Baptist church, will have charge of the services.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Sam ARTER and son went to Mentone this morning to attend the funeral of the son of Mr. & Mrs. S. EHRENMAN. Mr. Ehrenman is the brother of Mrs. Arter.

Saturday, October 18, 1913

Mrs. Minerva Newland Dies
As the result of illness due to old age, Mrs. Minerva NEWLAND died Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Peter EHRLINGER, on Madison street. She was past 68 years of age.
Mrs. Newland was born in Ohio, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John MULLICAN. After her marriage to Thomas J. NEWLAND, she moved with him to Indiana, where they lived on a farm until several years ago, when they moved to Logansport. He died in Logansport two years ago. They had one daughter, Mrs. Ehrlinger.
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at one o'clock at the home. Mrs. Newland was a member of the Methodist church.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Eugene HUNTER on Friday, a boy baby.

Leaves Akron
The C. W. CLARK CIGAR FACTORY has left Akron and it is said that they will set up a new factory in Kewanna. This is a second effort made to run a cigar factory at Akron.

Tiosa
Boys and girls to the number of 23 gave Melvin WARREN a complete surprise Monday evening, it being his eighteenth birthday. . . .

Richland Center
Mr. & Mrs. W. R ALEXANDER, Henry STEININGER and wife, Frank ZINK and wife, Wm. ZINK and family, Finley ZINK and family, Claude BRUBAKER and family celebrated the 35th birthday anniversary of Mrs. Frank RITTER at her home, on last Sunday. It was a surprise. All had a good time.

NOTICE TO HEIRS, CREDITORS, Etc. Fulton Circuit Court. Estate of Louisa MYERS, deceased . . .Administrator filed final account, Dated this 4th day of October, 1913. Hiram CARRITHER, Admr. HOLMAN & BRYANT, Attys.

Monday, October 20, 1913

Baker Loses Job and Dopes Flour
Life's master playwright dipped a pen into the tincture of human miseries Sunday and wrote a new version of discredited man.
The scene was located in this city in the rear of the AMERICAN CAFE BAKERY. The actors were John SIMMONS the discharged baker and Jay CLAYTON, the man who had been hired to take his place. The play was the result of years of dissipation. . . . .
Simmons is a well known resident of this city and has been employed at the American Cafe for four years. Saturday night he was discharged as his services, according to his employer, were no longer satisfactory, due, it is said, to his friendship for John Barleycorn.
Holding a grudge against his former employer and the man who was hired to take his place, Simmons, it is said, attempted to spoil the bread for Monday by throwing cream of tarter in the flour. . . . He is accused of the act, but denies it.

Gone Out
The butcher shop south of the court house owned by Azra GRANDSTAFF has gone out of business.

Three People are Called by Death
--Mrs. Sarah MOW, wife of Adam MOW, died at the home Sunday evening on east Fourth street as the result of illness due to old age. Mrs. Mow was past 76 years of age. She had been married four times and was the mother of seven children, three of whom are living. Mrs. Mow was the third wife of Adam MOW, who survives her death.
Sarah Jane KINGERY was born in Ohio, May 6th, 1837. Early in life she moved to this state where she was later married to Jefferson BINGERMAN in Cass county, Indiana. After the death of Mr. Bingerman she was married to Albert WARD. After moving to this county, she was married to Alfred BARDEN. After his death she was married September 19th, 1907, to Adam Mow.
The three children living are William BINGERHAM, of Tennessee; Mrs. Ellen JAMES, of Dayton, Ohio; and Mrs. Alice MOSSMAN, Leiters Ford, Ind. The funeral will be held Wednesday at Burton church. Mrs. Mow was a member of the Methodist church. Though she was the victim of many trials and tribulations in her life she had always been a devoted Christian and a good wife.
--Leo BURNS, 28 years old, died suddenly, Sunday, at the home of his aunt, Mrs. Sarah WERNER, who lives west of the city. Death was due to complications. The body was taken to Lagro, where the funeral will be held. Mr. Burns was here visiting and working on the farm.
--Blanche M. GOOD, the 18 months old child of Mr. & Mrs. Jake GOOD, died Sunday evening at the home on east Tenth street. The funeral will be held at the Mission church Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock. Rev. SPOHN will have charge of the services.

Additional Locals
Charles KNIGHT left for Marion today where he will be employed by Grant Bros.
Dan O'BLENIS went to Wabash today where he is employed at the Buckeye Glove factory.
RITCHEY and ROBBINS are in Toledo, Ohio, where they will buy three Overland automobiles.

Social Events
Mrs. Carrie BARRETT, who had been employed in the telephone office at Disko for more than a year, was married on Tuesday, September 16, to Thomas BAKER, of Peru, who is at present fireman on the Wabash road running from Peru to Decatur, Ill., says the Silver Lake Record. The affair was kept a secret for almost three weeks.
Forty-five guests were at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Peter LOWE, Sunday, in honor of their 20th wedding anniversary. . . . .
Homer VINCENT and Miss Catherine Ruth MARTINDALE were married at the Methodist parsonage Saturday evening. Miss Martindale is the granddaughter of Mr. & Mrs. A. D. ROBBINS and has been living with them for several years. She is well known and is well liked. Mr. Vincent is well to do farmer of near Kewanna. They will live on a farm near that place.

Tuesday, October 21, 1913

M. Schaaf in the Lime Light
The Chicago Record Herald, of Sunday contained a long article by Mark SCHAAF, a former resident of this city on the state forests of Michigan. Mr. Schaaf, a brother of George SCHAAF, of this city and a former teacher in the Rochester high schools is now state forester of Michigan. . . . .

Needs Room; Sells Shoe Stock
Because of his constantly increasing clothing business and the fact that he needed more room, J. F. DYSERT, proprietor of the RACKET CLOTHING HOUSE, today sold his stock of shoes to ALSPACH and SON.

Divorce Suits Are Dismissed
The divorce suits of Mrs. Jesse CARR and Julia Etta BRYANT were dismissed in the circuit court Tuesday. The defendants in the cases, Harley BRYANT and Jesse CARR have promised to do better in the future . . . . .
What promised to be a very sensational suit was dismissed late Monday evening, when the plaintiff, Nancy J. L. CUNNINGHAM refused to push her breach of promise suit against Francis M. WYNN. . . . .

Will Not Can Pumpkins
The ROCHESTER CANNING COMPANY will not can pumpkins this year, for after an investigation it was found that there were not enough of the product grown in the county to justify the necessary expense. . . . .
Appendicitis is Fatal for Girl
Miss Ruth Freda EMMONS, 13 year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James EMMONS, who live northeast of Rochester, died at the Woodlawn hospital Monday night, a victim of appendicitis. She suffered an operation last Thursday, but according to the attending physicians, it was too late. She had been suffering with appendicitis for over a year but as an operation was feared she was not taken to the hospital until last week.
Miss Emmons was born in this county June 21st, 1899 and died Oct. 20th, age 13 years, three months and 29 days. She leaves a mother and father and one sister and two brothers. The funeral will be held at the Christian church Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. BURNETTE will have charge of the services.
As the young girl was the oldest in the family, she will be greatly missed in the home. Her death comes as a deep shock to the parents.

George Edwards
George EDWARDS, a well known American actor, who has visited at the lake here and associate of H. M. HOLDEN in the HOLDEN PLAYERS, died in a Cleveland hospital Saturday evening after an operation.
Mr. Edwards became ill early Friday and grew worse rapidly despite the care of physicians. After giving directions as to how he wanted a play put on next week he lost consciousness Saturday and soon died. Mrs. Edwards, known on the stage os Gertrude MUDGE, collapsed under the strain of her husband's sudden death and is under a physician's care. Ralph RAVENCROFT, of this city, was with Mr. Edwards when he died.

Mow Funeral
The funeral of Mrs. Adam MOW will be held Wednesday at one p.m. in the HOOVER chapel. Rev. BAUMGARTNER will officiate. Burial at Burton church.

Social Events
In honor of her 66th birthday, a large number of relatives and friends gathered at the home of Mrs. I. D. JOHNSON, of near Wagoners, Sunday. . . .
Mr. & Mrs. L. V. MANNING were surprised, Sunday, as a reminder of their 57th wedding anniversary. Forty-five relatives were present and a big dinner was served. . . . .

Short News
William MANLY is working at Reub GILLILAND's pool room.
Omer SMITH, who is employed by A. B. SHORE, returned home from a short visit with his parents in Kewanna, Monday.
Mrs. John QUILT, Mr. & Mrs. Elmer GOOD and Mr. & Mrs. Elmer McGEE arrived in Rochester this morning to attend the funeral of the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jake GOOD.

Wednesday, October 22, 1913

Pillow Factory to Open Soon
By next week Rochester is to have a new industry -- a PILLOW FACTORY -- in full operation at the corner of Main and Fourth streets.
Abe BEREBITSKY and E. VanHOUTON have fitted up a room 24x40' in the rear of the building now used by Berebitsky and Marsh HILL as an office, and will start operations at once. The men will secure their feathers from BEYER BROTHERS and HASLETTS, will employ a few people at the start, and make all sizes of pillows for all purposes.
The men intend to enter into an extensive advertising campaign in various towns and cities, and if the business warrants, a new two story building will be erected for it by Marsh Hill, next spring.

Large Funeral
The funeral of Mrs. Oscar ENYART, at Kewanna, Saturday, was one of the largest ever held in Fulton county. It was held at the Baptist church in that place and the building was too small to accommodate the large throng.

Increased Auto Work Expected
On account of the large increase in the number of automobiles in this county the three garages in Rochester are preparing to do a greater business next year than ever before and have made many improvements in their plants.
ROSS BROTHERS are preparing to add a 30 by 40 foot addition to their garage and machine shop on east Eighth street. The addition will be built on the east end of the building and will be used partly for display purposes. Several new pieces of machinery will be purchased when the room is completed.
Francis LOUDERBACK will add a thirty foot addition to his garage on north Main street. All of the posts will be taken out and with the addition the room will be 82 feet square. Many new pieces of machinery have already been installed, as a lathe, arbor press, emery and sand wheel, electric air compressor and a vulcanizer. A separate addition had been added for the oil. Mr. Louderback who is agent for the Mitchell rents the room south of the garage for display purposes.
Frank MYERS has rented the rear room of the ROCHESTER GARAGE and MACHINE COMPANY and is preparing to do all kinds of machine work. The front of the building will be used for display purposes.

Social Events
A marriage license was granted this afternoon to Solomon Mearl TUBBS and Miss Edith May CRABILL. The groom is the son of William TUBBS, a cement dealer of Miami, Ind. The bride is the daughter of William CRABILL, who owns half interest in the ARLINGTON BARBER SHOP. They were married this afternoon by Rev. G. C. CHANDLER and left on a short trip. . . .

Short News
Will ROSS and son, Walter [ROSS], went to Indianapolis today, to return with a new model 25 Buick.
Floyd GRAEBER and Dan BUSSERT went to Ft. Wayne this morning to bring back a Cadillac automobile from there. Mr. Graeber will drive it back today.
The infant child of Mr. & Mrs. M. HISEY, who live near Argos, died this morning. Mrs. Roy GORDON, who is a sister to Mrs. Hisey, went to the home today.
Mrs. Otto CLINE, and son Ralph [CLINE], went to Logansport this morning, where they will remain all winter as Ralph is attending business college there.
Mrs. Harvey GREGSON has received a letter from her husband at Bridgeport, Ind., in which he announces the fact that he has been appointed foreman of the bridge construction work at that place.
Sam DAWSON was stricken with a light stroke of paralysis this morning while at his duties in NOFTSGER's elevator. . . . .

Will Stephenson Dead
R. C. STEPHENSON of South Bend was in the city Tuesday and Wednesday, on his way to Kokomo, to attend the funeral of his brother, Will [STEPHENSON], who died Monday, in Marion. Deceased was 64 years old, was formerly a dentist in Wabash and visited here many years ago.

Talma
A secret wedding just leaked out last week, that of Dr. S. R. FISH and Mrs. Agnes JEFFRIES, which took place last June. . . . .

Tiosa
Mr. & Mrs. E. S. BAIR attended the funeral of their aunt, Mrs. Nancy YACKERY, at Bremen, Tuesday.

Sand Hill
Geo. BECK is employed at the Studebaker auto factory at South Bend, Ind.

Kewanna
Arthur HENDRICKSON, who is attending college at Crawfordsville, spent Saturday and Sunday with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. I. E. HENDRICKSON.

Thursday, October 23, 1913

Money for Pipe Organ Here
A. P. COPELAND, one of the trustees of the PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, received a draft Wednesday, for $2,500, the amount promised to the organization by Mary EAMAN, of Detroit, Michigan, for the purchase of a PIPE ORGAN.
The gift was the result of one of the last wishes of John EAMAN, who often attended the Presbyterian church here. His sister, Miss Eaman, notified the trustees of the church two weeks ago that the gift would soon be available. It will be several months before the organ can be installed.

Martin Myers Dies in West
Word of the death of their nephew, Martin MYERS, in Colorado Springs, Colo., has been received here by Mr. & Mrs. Enoch MYERS of south Pontiac street. Mr. Myers formerly lived here.
The demise is believed to have occurred about Oct. 15, as no definite date was received and the message was somewhat late in arriving. Tuberculosis was the cause of the death. The deceased will be remembered by former students in the high school from which he graduated in 1904.
He taught school in the county for several years, and studied law with his uncle before he went West. He was always a likeable and popular fellow and word of his death will cause regret among his many friends here. He was born in Kewanna, Dec. 24, 1875.

Have Moved to Rochester
Mr. & Mrs. W. T. JOHNSON, of Wanetta, Oklahoma, have moved to Rochester, and will reside here in the future. Mrs. [Elma BRAMAN] JOHNSON is the daughter of John BRAMAN, of East Rochester, and will be remembered by many people as the wife of W[illiam A.] SQUIRES, to whom she was married after the death of her first husband, Mr. [Sylvester] PIPER. After marrying Mr. Squires, she later divorced him, then married him again, later getting her second divorce from him to marry W. T. Johnson, in Oklahoma. She was married to Johnson twice, as she secured a divorce from him in Oklahoma and a year later was married to him again. This is Mr. Johnson's first visit to Rochester. He has found employment here.

Newspaper Man Will Leave
Glenn ROUCH, who for ten years was connected with the Sentinel, as city editor and recently with the Sun, will leave next week for Miami, Florida, where he will accept a similar position on the Evening Metropolis. . . . . Mr. & Mrs. Rouch intend to make Florida their future home.

Fortune in Sight
Fred ROBBINS writes from Oklahoma to his friend J. E. TROUTMAN that he has completed a kerosene carburetor, which he believes will prove a success and make his fortune.

Social Events
The marriage of Robert Elroy MILLIGAN, of Pennville, Ind., and Miss Nina Emeline [WEBSTER], daughter of Mr. & Mrs. B. F. WEBSTER, who recently removed from this city to Decatur, took place Wednesday afternoon at two o'clck in the home of the bride, 108 Third street. Immediately after the marriage, the couple left Decatur for Chicago and will be at home soon in Pennville. Besides the bride's parents, her sister, Gladys [WEBSTER], was also present at the ceremony.
Miss Sylvia May McGINNIS and Estle HARTMAN were married at the Methodist parsonage this morning. They are well known people of near Akron, and will live on a farm near that place.

Short News
Alex RUH is having steam heat installed in the BLUE DRUG STORE today. He will soon put in a steel ceiling.

Advertised Letters
Nathaniel CLARK, Leo HOUCK, Mrs. Nancy MASON, Mrs. W. W. MERCER, F. E. MOORE, Miss Bessie ROBERTS, Lloyd RUSSELL. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Friday, October 24, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Tid KNIGHT on October 22, a girl baby.

New Orchestra
Vivian ESSICK is the organizer of a NEW ORCHESTRA which will play at local entertainments this winter. The men who will play are: Roscoe PONTIUS, Alva BAKER, William ZELLERS, Ad. REITER, Henry MEYERS, William RANNELLS, Billy MITCHELL, Frank CRIM, Deverl McINTIRE and Harry NELLANS.

Tearing Down Smelter
ROSS BROTHERS are busy today tearing down the FURNACE where for 40 years IRON has been SMELTED. In later years when all kinds of repairs can be purchased, the furnace has been little used. The added room will be used for the garage.

Electric Lights in Kewanna
KEWANNA is to be electric lighted.
The proposition of L. M. BARNES of Remington, which has been under consideration by the town board for several weeks, was taken up at the regular twice-monthly meeting of the officials with the result that a twenty-five year franchise was granted and a ten year contract was entered into.
The board granted it without a dissenting voice and nary a kick. Added to this, they entered into a contract for public lighting which provides for forty incandescent street lights of sixty candle power each, at an annual charge of twenty-five dollars per or a total net cost of one thousand dollars. . . . .
A power plant will be built of brick and cement, along the C. & O. tracks. Mr. Barnes states that with any decent kind of luck in receiving shipments he will be able to furnish light within ninety days.

For 18 Years
Mrs. Ella JAMESON, for 18 years correspondent of the Sentinel, at Tiosa, has removed to Claypool, her former home, after 25 years residence in Fulton county. The Jamesons have purchased the telephone exchange at Claypool and ;will make their home there. . . . .

James Chinn is Dead
James CHINN, a brother of Mrs. Sarah MANN and Mrs. Lucy BROWN, of this city, died at his home in Missouri, Monday. He was nearly 90 years of age and was a former resident of this city.

Short News
Dick ELKINS went to Macy today where he will be employed.
The ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY sent a crew of men to Tyner this morning in charge of Joe HEFFELFINGER.
Lon CARR and S. EWING are home for a visit from Wisconsin, where they purchased 150 acre farms in Chippewa county. Good crops are reported by both men, who are well known here.
Rev. J. H. RILLING, of Decatur, writes the Sentinel, that through a mistake he gave the residence of the groom in the MILLIGAN-WEBSTER nuptials at Pennville, Ind. It should hage been Pine Village, Ind.

Saturday, October 25, 1913

Dies in Tulsa Oklahoma
A telegram was received here early Saturday by Mrs. Newton TRUE, announcing the death of her niece, Miss Venarda PENCE, 23, at Tulsa, Okla.
Deceased was the only daughter of Mr. & Mrs. L. B. PENCE, who left this community about 10 years ago, going to Oklahoma. She will be well remembered by many local people.

Particulars of the demise were not learned other than that the death occurred at 4 p.m. Friday.
Mrs. True left today for Tulsa, where the funeral will be held Monday. Mrs. Pence is Mrs. True's sister. She also has two brothers at Silver Lake, a sister at Akron, and one at Logansport, but it is not known whether or not they will attend.

Social Events
Mrs. Carl VanTRUMP arranged a stag party Friday evening in honor of her husband's 25th birthday. . . . . Those present were Charles DAVIS, Harold VanTRUMP, Mell GIBBONS, Fred MILLER, Floyd VanTRUMP, Ray FRETZ, George ROSS, Harry LaBELLE, Glenn ROUCH and Bernard CLAYTON. Jack IRWIN and Al PUGH sent their regrets.

Short News
Azra GRANDSTAFF has opened a feed store on the south side of the public square in the room formerly occupied by his meat market.
Samuel YOUNG received word today that his brother, Andrew YOUNG, had died, Friday, at his home in Kouts, Ind. He was a veteran of the Civil war and had served four years.

Monday, October 27, 1913

Miss Ruth Crabill, of Rochester, Wins Auto
"Miss Ruth CRABILL, of Rochester, is the winner of the Sentinel prize automobile."
Such was the announcement of the three gentlemen who acted as judges in the Sentinel's 1913 prize circulation campaign which closed Saturday night at ten o'clock. The judges were Frank McCARTER, R. C. WALLACE and A. G. SINKS, all well known in Rochester and vicinity.
The entire report was as follows:
Rochester, Ind., Oct 25, 1913.
We, the undersigned, acting judges in the Sentinel's circulation campaign, having carefully checked the ballots and vote receipts, and having counted all, find the following results of said contest:
We find Miss Ruth Crabill is entitled to the Ford five passenger prize automobile, having 1,928,212 votes.
We find Mrs. George LOUGH is entitled to the prize piano (or motorcycle) having 417,022 votes.
District No. 1. - We find Mr. Anthony BRAMAN is entitled to the diamond ring, having 197,725 votes.
We find Miss Francis ELLIOTT is entitled to the $30 merchandise order, having 183,660 votes.
We find Miss Louise KILLEN is entitled to the gold watch, having 179,212 votes.
District No. 2. - We find Mr. Ben LOWE is entitled to the diamond ring, having 205,810 votes.
We find Miss Anna LEAVELL is entitled to the $20 merchandise order, having 169,640 votes.
We find Mr. Arthur J. FRY is entitled to the gold watch, having 104,220 votes.

District No. 3. - We find that Mr. Ralph MERLEY is entitled to the diamond ring, having 311,672 votes.
We find that Mrs. Ada BOWMAN is entitled to the $20 merchandise order, having 259,980 votes.
We find that Mr. Ora HORN is entitled to the gold watch, having 214,610 votes.
Attest:
Frank J. McCARTER,
R. C. WALLACE,
A. G. SINKS,
Judges

Marriage License Refused
A marriage license was refused Monday afternoon in the county clerk's office to William MASTERS and Cora KAUFMAN. Masters lives in Rochester and Miss Kaufman in South Bend. The license was refused on account of the fact that the prospective groom did not have the consent of his mother. His father is dead and he cannot act for himself, being only 20 years old. It is the intention of the two to get the consent of Mrs. MASTERS, who is living in Marion and then try again.

Social Events
Miss Mary CUSICK and William O. GLANT, residents of near Delong, were married by Justice TROUTMAN at his office this morning. The young couple are well respected residents of this county and will live on a farm. The groom is 21 years old and the bride a few months past 16.

Tuesday, Oct ober 28, 1913

Dies in New Mexico
Word was received today announcing the death of O. A. COOK, in New Mexico. Mrs. Cook was formerly Miss Emma GOODWIN, of this city.

Never Again for Jake
Jake POLAY filed papers in the clerk's office today for citizenship in this country. He was born in Shak, Russia, and served four years in the army. He said that he drew a salary of 47 cents for two months. Never again for Jake. He is a brother-in-law of Abe BEREBITSKY.

Social Events
Miss Cora KAUFMAN and William MASTERS were issued a license to be married by County Clerk BABCOCK this afternoon. They will be married this evening. Mr. Masters is an employe of A. J. BARRETT.
Walter Raymond BRYANT, 21, and Miss Almeda OVERMYER, l8, both of near Leiters Ford, were married this afternoon by Justice J. E. TROUTMAN. They will reside on a farm near Leiters.

Short News
Emmet TRANBARGER went to Noblesville this morning to attend the funeral of his grandfather.
Mrs. Mary DARRAH, of Pittsburgh, arrived in Rochester Sunday to make her home with her son, James DARRAH.

Wednesday, October 29, 1913

Short News
G. A. BLEMLEY went to Wanatah this morning in the interests of the ROCHESTER BRIDGE CO.
Mr. & Mrs. M. M. BITTERS arrived in Rochester for a short visit. Mr. Bitters has the contract for installing the steam heating system in several houses on south Main street.

Obituary
Friends and relatives are grieved to learn of the death of Rev. D. SHOWLEY, formerly a resident of this city and community for 40 years. The past seven years he has lived at San Diego, Cal., at which place he died Oct. 6th. Aged sixty-seven years, eight months and thirteen days. Leaving a widow, Catherine URBIN SHOWLEY, two daughters, Mrs. MAREHAND, of Larwill, Ind.; Mrs. Norma BOUGHMAN, of San Diego, Cal.; four sons, S. J. M. [SHOWLEY]; J. R. [SHOWLEY]; B. G. [SHOWLEY] and O. E. [SHOWLEY], all of San Diego, Cal. One brother, J. B. SHOWLEY, of Kewanna, Ind.
Mr. Showley was in the active service of the U.B. church for twenty-five years, in which time he was instrumental in converting over 1,100 souls. He built the U.B. church in this city fifteen years ago, after which he retired from the ministry, going to San Diego for his health, where his sons were in the manufacturing convectionery business. He regained his health, and built a large U.B. church in that city. He attended Sunday school and church, and also church in the evening the Sunday which was the day before his death. His last few weeks on this earth he boasted as feeling better than he had for fifteen years and the morning of his death he was feeling fine and attended to some work a couple of miles from home, returning at twelve o'clock for dinner, thinking he would rest on the bed a few moments while his wife prepared the meal. He was taken suddenly ill with apoplexy and passed away in fifteen minutes without a word to his devoted wife.
His family and friends mourn his death, but all know his life was a life well spent and one which will ever be remembered as honorable and upright.

Thursday, October 30, 1913

Wife Sent Money at Man's Request
Eliza SELDON vs Robert SELDON for divorce.
The above complaint was filed in the Fulton circuit court some time ago and will be brought to trial next week. It is supposed the defendant will not appear and Mrs. Seldon will get her divorce. He is now in California and she is working every day as dish washer at the AMERICAN CAFE.
But behind this suit and which is not entered in the complaint, is a story of a man's ingratitude which is seldom equaled. Robert Seldon will be remembered by many people in Rochester as a paper hanger and painter, a stout hearty man well able to work. Becoming tired, it is supposed of his hard working wife, he took $50 of her money, about a year ago, and went to California, promising to send for her.
After seven months, he, it is said, wrote to her, saying that the state was no good for work, and that he wanted to come back, asking her to send him the money. As she worked every day, saving money, to go to California, she had over $50 which she sent to him at once. He never came back to Indiana, and is supposed to be in California. Soon after Mrs. Seldon filed suit for divorce alleging desertion.

Two Divorces Granted
The defendants failing to appear divorces were granted today to Clarence POFFENGARGER and Nina H. CARLSON. Both filed suits on the ground of cruel and inhuman treatment.

Charges Filed
Miss Daisy MITCHELL, a former resident of Akron, and now living in this city, has filed paternity charges in the Kosciusko county court against Robert KELLEY. Miss Mitchell met Kelley while waiting table in the HOOVER HOUSE at Akron. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George MITCHELL, who recently moved here.

Eithty-Seven Today
Henry AULT, corner Third and Pontiac streets, was receiving the congratulations of friends today, this being his 87th birthday. Despite his advanced age, he is still active and is often seen down town.

Will Organize New Orchestra
At a meeting of the CITIZENS' BAND last night, it was decided to organize a new orchestra of about twenty members. The following officers were elected: Frank CRIM, manager; Roscoe PONTIUS, President; William RANNELLS, treasurer; William ZELLARS, secretary and Vivian ESSICK, director. . . .
It was decided at last night's meeting that the name of the organization be the CITIZENS' BAND ORCHESTRA. An effort is being made by the officers of the organization to get William CUSSAD, one of the best musicians in Indiana.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Samuel B. DAWSON entertained, Wednesday, at their country home, two and one-half miles northwest of Akron, in honor of their thirty-fourth wedding anniversary and Mr. Dawson's eightieth birthday. Those present were: Mr. & Mrs. J. DAWSON, Mr. & Mrs. J. H. SHELTON and daughter, Misses Gladys DAWSON and Edith HURST, of Rochester, Mr. & Mrs. Arch STINSON, Dr. & Mrs. Dick STINSON, of Athens, Mrs. Almedia STINSON, of Chippewa Nock, Mr. & Mrs. Elmer HELTZEL and family of Akron, Mr. & Mrs. Dee DAWSON, and son and Arch DAWSON, of Logansport. Six of this number were present at the wedding of Mr. & Mrs. Dawson at the home of his brother, Jonathan DAWSON, thirty-four years ago.
The home of Mr. & Mrs. Ernest MOST, one and one-half miles northeast of Athens, was the scene of a pretty social event Saturday, Oct. 25th, which was a celebration of the 87th birthday of Lewis HAROLD, a pioneer resident of this county. Those present were: Mr. & Mrs. Chas. JONES, Akron; Mrs. Louise GOOD, Chas. GOOD, Miss Eva GOOD, Rochester; Mrs. A. S. MULKINS, Warsaw; Miss Ethel DEARDORF, Athens, and Fred LYONS, Mentone. . . .

A marriage license was granted today to Miss Gladys BUSH and Cornelius STAUFFER. They will be married at the home of the bride, near Tiosa, Saturday evening. They are well known young people of that neighborhood and will live on a farm. . . . .
A marriage license was granted to Frederick Leslie MILLS and Miss Gertie STINGELY, Wednesday afternoon. They were married at Fulton that night, and will live on a farm near that place.

Short News
R. C. HOBBS, who has been with the Sentinel the past two months, left Wednesday for Upper Sandusky, Ohio, to accept a position as linotype operator in a newspaper plant.
Mrs. Glen COLE and Mrs. Paul KENDALL went to Bunker Hill last evening to attend the 40th wedding anniversary of Mrs. Cole's parents. Paul KENDALL left this morning to attend the anniversary.

Friday, October 31, 1913

To Start Practice
As soon as the art exhibit is over at the NEW HIGH SCHOOL building, work will be commenced upon the GYMNASIUM so that basketball practice may be started as soon as possible. Guards will have to be put in for the windows and backstops for the goals. In all probability the first practice will be about Thursday and the FIRST GAME will be on Thanksgiving.

Reported Dead; Writes a Denial
There are but few of us who ever have the strange experience of reading our own obituaries, but among that few is to be listed Martin MYERS, of Pueblo, Colo., nephew of Atty. Enoch MYERS, of this city, and a former resident here, who was recently reported dead and has since written that he is still alive and well. . . . .
Up until the past two months, Myers had made his home in Colorado Springs, but since that time has resided in Pueblo, Colo., being connected with the Elite photography shop there. A month after he left the Springs, a friend there had a letter from a woman who signed herself a registered nurse, telling of his death from pneumonia. The news was flashed to relatives in Indiana, and published in the Sentinel, which now gladly retracts. The mistake is believed due to the death of another Myers in Pueblo.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Joseph KING, north of Rochester, on Friday morning a girl.

Short News
Wm. McCORMICK went to Indianapolis yesterday in the interests of the ROCHESTER BRIDGE CO.
Earl PLOUGH, son of Madison PLOUGH, a former town marshal here, died in Marion early Friday morning, according to word received by his uncle, M. DAVIS. Plough's father died here, and soon afterward the boy went to Akron, and thence to Marion. He was a barber.

Saturday, November 1, 1913

Warren Butler Likes Job
Sheriff Warren J. BUTLER of Logansport, formerly of Rochester, will again be a candidate for sheriff -- but not of Cass or Fulton counties.
His term of office expires January 1st, 1914, and next spring he is going to Montana and pick out the 160 acre farm which he recently drew in the government allotment. And if he likes the country, he is going to stay and lay the foundation of an empire. The empire in the sense which he speaks will be a county and Butler wants to be sheriff of this county. . . .

Box Social
There will be a box social at the South Germany school Friday night November 7. The teacher, Ora FOSTER, is inviting everybody to attend.

Additional Locals
The chief operator of the American District Steam Co., of North Tonawanda, N.Y., which is installing the new STEAM LINE on south Main street, inspected the work today and pronounced it high grade.

Brother is Wreck Victim
Mrs. E. T. HOCHSTEDLER went today to Dunkirk to attend the funeral of her brother, Prof. Elias BOLTZ, an educator and editor of some prominence, who died as the result of injuries sustained in a traction wreck near Muncie some few days ago.
Prof. Boltz was former superintendent of the public schools of Dunkirk, former editor of the Dunkirk News, and an officer in the state lodge of Red Men. The wreck occurred on the Indiana Union Traction line near Yorktown a few days ago. . . . .

Richland Center
It being her 45th birthday, Mrs. Michael BURKETT entertained at Sunday dinner at her home - - - - . . . .

Delong
Edward MILLER of Dayton, Ohio, and Miss Mary CUSICK, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Mat CUSICK, of this place, were married at Rochester, Monday.
Wm. H. HEETER went to North Dakota on business connected with his farm, Monday, and will be gone several weeks.
Our CIGAR MAKER, Mr. SORCHADGE, has begun to make cigars, his supplies having arrived.

Short News
Joe BATT, of the New York Tribune, is here for a few days visiting his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Martin BATT.
Earl KARN, who is a student at Purdue university, is in Rochester for an over Sunday visit with his parents.

Monday, November 3, 1913

Spry Old Man
Albert GROVES reached his 70th birthday Wednesday and he is a hale, jolly fellow for a lad that young. The soldiers, wifes and widows gathered at his home and helped him celebrate the event. -- Akron News.

Social Events
Frederick DICKERHOFF, a prosperous young farmer of near Akron, and Miss May COPLEN, of this city, were married Saturday evening at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE. The bride is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. O. M. COPLEN and one of Rochester's respected young women.

Short News
Virgil KNAPP has resigned his position with the WILE CLOTHING CO. and will leave this evening for Danville, Ill, where he has accepted a position in a store.

M. O. JAMESON, of Goshen, has accepted a position with the ROCHESTER HEAT AND POWER COMPANY as assistant to Charles DAVIS. Mr. Jameson will move his family to Rochester as soon as he can find an available house.
Plasterers are now putting their last coat on the new DYSERT building, and it will soon be ready for the finishing touches. It is thought that Manager SHANKS will be able to start the new K. G. Theater on Thanksgiving. The plastering has been delayed a great deal by the damp weather.

Tuesday, November 4, 1913

Local Men Buy New Theater
Fred HASLETT and Harry GRUBB, of this city, have purchased a moving picture theater in Paulding, Ohio, according to the following article taken from the daily of that city:
Fred Haslett and Harry Grubb, of Rochester, Ind., came to town last week and took over the Star Theater, re-established here by Skinner and Reese several weeks ago. After closing the deal, the new owners left at once for Chicago to purchase a first class motion picture machine, and engage good picture service, and will have their show going Saturday. . . . They will run three reels daily at a uniform price of 5 cents, giving two specials a week without extra charge.

Child Drinks Acid
Ruth JOHNSON, 13 years old, committed suicide by drinking carbolic acid Monday, afternoon while en route to school. The child had threatened to kill herself if her parents persisted in making her attend school. Several days ago she ran away from home, but was located in Lafayette by her parents and brought to her home in this city this morning. In the afternoon she started for the school near her home, but stopped at the home of a friend, where she drank the acid, dying before medical attention could be summoned.

Will Leave Soon
Miss Ethel ELKINS will leave in a few days for Wichita, Kan., to accept a position with the Western Union Telegraph company there.

Many Witnesses Here
Twelve witnesses were here from Akron today to testify in the suit of MORRETT and PAXTON against Roy MORRIS. Morris rented a livery barn from the plaintiffs and they allege that he violeted his lease. The case is being tried before Justice TROUTMAN.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Lee MOORE, a girl, this afternoon.

Additional Locals
H[enry] A. BARNHART was called to South Bend this afternoon, having received word his sister, Mrs. John RUPLE, was dying.
Work was started this morning on the trench for the STEAM LINE extension from Main to Pontiac streets, along Seventh street.
Mr. & Mrs. Ray BROWN left this morning for Seymour, where they will make their home in the future. Mr. Brown has a position on the Seymour Republican.
Wm. F. NEIL of Akron, has been selected superintendent of the Brookston schools. He was formerly superintendent of the schools at Sharpesville and Akron.

Short News
Peter EHLINGER is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. He resides on Madison street.

Wednesday, November 5, 1913

Defendant Must Pay $95
The case of MORRETT and PAXTON against Roy MORRIS on lease, was decided Tuesday afternoon by Justice TROUTMAN in favor of the plaintiffs, finding judgment for $95. The parties to the suit live in Akron and the plaintiffs claimed that Morris leased a livery barn of them and then moved out of the barn before the lease expired. The defendant claimed that he was compelled to move on account of the rats in the barn.

Decided Not to Run Show
Fred HASLETT and Harvy GRUBB have returned from Paulding, Ohio, where they had opened a motion picture theater. They decided that Paulding was too small to support the show and have brought their machine back with them. Mr. Haslett said this afternoon that in all probability he would open an open air theater at the lake next summer and use the machine there.

On the War Path
John OGLESBY, who was released from an Illinois prison recently, where he served several years for shooting a man, was in Rochester this week looking for his former wife, Miss Zelle CASTLE. It is said that he intends to get even with her, even if he has to go to prison again.

Death of Mrs. Ruple
Mrs. Emma RUPLE, sister of Henry A. BARNHART, of this city, and of Mrs. Asbury HOFFMAN, of Macy, died at her home in South Bend, Wednesday morning, after a brief affliction with cancer. She was about 48 years old and leaves husband, two daughters and one son, and in addition to the brother and sister already mentioned, there are Marvin BARNHART, of Chicago, and George BARNHART, of Hoover, brothers, and Mrs. Maria LEFFEL, of Copemich, sister. The funeral will occur Friday at 1 o'clock, at South Bend.

Thursday, November 6, 1913

Farmer Disappears
Henry BAKER, a well known farmer, living three miles east of Macy, disappeared from his home sometime Sunday and up to the present time his whereabouts are unknown. It is reported that he walked to Deedsville, where he purchased a ticket to Kokomo, since then no trace of him has been found.

Additional Locals
Mrs. Francis LOUDERBACK went to Lafayette today to visit her son L. V. [LOUDERBACK] who is a student at Purdue university.

Heart Trouble Proves Fatal
David SMITH, a well known farmer of this county, living south of Rochester, died Wednesday afternoon as the result of an attack of heart trouble. He had been ill for over a year. For ten years Mr. Smith had been a resident of this county, moving from the state of Ohio, and purchasing the Daniel RUSSEL farm. He was well liked and during his residence here made many friends.
David Smith was born in Ohio, March 2nd, 1860, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Daniel SMITH. When he was past 26 years of age he was married to Mollie CLAREY. One son was born to this union, who died at the age of six years. They later adopted a daughter, Celia [SMITH], who is now at home.
About nine years ago Mr. Smith moved to this county and during that time took an active part in local affairs. Besides his wife and daughter, he leaves three sisters, Mrs. Julia BARNHART, of Ft. Collins, Cal., and Mrs. William SPEARS and Mrs. Chas. AUGSPERHER, of Mason City, Ill. Mr. Smith was a member of the Catholic church.
The funeral will be held in Mason City, Ill. The body will be taken there Friday morning.

Death of Mrs. M. A. PECK
Word was received here at noon today by Sherman PECK, of the death of his mother, Mrs. Mary A. PECK, at Kokomo. The demise was sudden and happened at 11:30 a.m. The body will be brought here Friday, for burial, but funeral arrangements have not been made. There survive besides the son here, a daughter, Mrs. Maude CARLSON, of Atlanta, Ga., and a son, Frank PECK, of Kokomo. Mr. PECK died 19 years ago.

Short News
John ZELLARS, who formerly had a drug store and grocery store on the South Side and recently was declared bankrupt in court, has again opened a general store at Bruce Lake.
Mr. & Mrs. John YOUNG, of Hammond are moving their goods here this week and will make this their future home. They are moving in the property on the north-west corner of 13th and Madison streets.

Friday, November 7, 1913

Johnson May be Sent to Asylum
Henry "Posey" JOHNSON will probably be sent to Longcliff insane asylum, if the affidavit made out this afternoon by Marshal CHAMBERLAIN is found to be true. An inquest will be held some time late this afternoon.
Johnson was arrested and confined in jail Thursday, by Marshal Chamberlain, who found him drunk in a barn on a farm east of Rochester. He was brought to Rochester where he acted very strangely and led everyone to believe that he was not sane.
About ten years ago Johnson attempted to commit suicide by cutting his throat. He was caught in time to save his life. Less t han a year ago he was placed under a peace bond by his wife after he had got drunk and driven the family out of the house.
The affidavit further sets forth that Johnson is a habitual drunkard, uses aspirin and at all times is under the influence of liquor.
Johnson has been married for 20 years and has four children. Several years ago he moved on the farm east of Rochester and while there has been doing well financially. It was hoped by his friends that he would stop drinking. His brother William JOHNSON died in Longcliff asylum some time ago. The affidavit as to Johnson's sanity was signed by Glenn WRIGHT, Earl MILLER and A. B. CHAMBERLAIN.

To Lay Stone
The corner stone laying of the NEW MACY CHRISTIAN CHURCH will take place Sunday, November 9th, at 2:00 p.m. There will be three special services commencing with the morning service at 10:30 a.m., at which time Rev. A. F. BARBER will preach. Rev. Barber is one of the pioneers of the Christian church.

Additional Locals
William FLYNN, who has been working at CURTIS meat shop was stricken with paralysis this morning. He is about 19 years aold and is the son of Lee FLYNN, who lives in East Rochester.
The remains of David SMITH, who passed away at his home, Wednesday, were taken to Gibson, Ill, this morning over the L. E. & W. Quite a number of relatives and friends of the deceased accompanied the remains to Gibson City, where he will be buried.

Aged Woman is Called by Death
Mrs. Maria Jane STEPHENSON, who for 30 years was a resident of Rochester and the mother of R. C. STEPHENSON, a former resident of this city, died at the Woodlawn hospital, Thursday night, past 88 years of age. Death came slowly and without pain and the aged woman passed away without complaint.
Mrs. Stephenson came to the hospital in January, intending to stay only a few days, but the days lingered into weeks and months. She was perfectly satisfied with her surroundings and was made very happy by her many friends who called to see her often. She had lived here for thirty years and when her son moved to South Bend, she deeply regretted to leave Rochester.
Miss Maria Jane JOHNSON was born in Bourbon county, Kentucky, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John THOMPSON. In 1844 she was married to Hugh McDonald STEPHENSON in Lagro, Ind. Some time later she with her husband moved to Wabash, Ind., where Rome C. STEPHENSON was born. In 1878 they moved to Rochester where Mr. Stephenson died in 1881 . Mrs. Stephenson lived in Rochester until 1908 when she moved to South Bend to live with her son.
Mrs. Stephenson was the mother of seven children, three of whom are living, R. C. Stephenson, of South Bend; Leslie STEPHENSON, of Wabash, and Frank [STEPHENSON], of Indianapolis.
Mrs. Stephenson was a member of the Methodist church here and was also a member of the Never Grow Old club. The body will be taken to the Methodist church Saturday afternoon, at one o'clock in order that old friends may call.
The funeral will be held at the Methodist church Saturday afternoon at two o'clock.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Vern GOODENOW are moving to Cincinnati, Ohio, where they will make their future home.
Hon. Geo. RENTSCHLER has received a six cylinder Premier car from his father of Hamilton, Ohio. Some present that. -- Fulton Leader.
Mrs. H. S. BAILEY and D. L. BARNHART were in South Bend to attend the funeral of their aunt, Mrs. John RUPLE, who died Wednesday morning.
Harold THOMPSON, who has been working at the Republican for the past year will resign Saturday night. He expects to obtain work in Toldeo, Ohio.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Samuel REITER on Thursday, Nov. 6, a girl.

Saturday, November 8, 1913

Organize Sales Co.
A bunch of farmers and business men got together Saturday night at the office of J. E. GOTTSCHALK, in Kewanna, and organized the KEWANNA COMBINATION SALES COMPANY, as announced in last week's Herald they would do. There were three good auctioneers present, besides enough prospective regular participants to insure the success of the venture.

Many Attend Funerals Here
The funeral of Mrs. Maria STEPHENSON, who died at the Woodlawn hospital, Thursday night, was held this afternoon at the Methodist church. A large number of friends and relatives were present at the last services. The following men acted as pall bearers: Henry A. BARNHART, L. M. BRACKETT, Geo. HOLMAN, Edward BEYER, Frank BRYANT and Mayor Omar SMITH. Interment took place at the I.O.O.F. cemetery.
The body of Mrs. Mary A. PECK, who died in Kokomo, Tuesday, was brought to Rochester, over the Lake Erie this afternoon for burial. Services had been held in Kokomo and the body was taken directly from the train to the I.O.O.F. cemetery. A number of relatives from Kokomo accompanied the body here. A number of old friends of Mrs. Peck who formerly lived here, acted as pallbearers.

Has Filed Suit For Divorce
Mrs. Rosa CARR has again filed suit in the Fulton circuit court for a divorce from her husband, Walter Reuben CARR. She also asks the court to issue an injunction against the Erie railroad to stop payment on her husband's wages.

Mrs. Carr filed suit some time ago for divorce on the grounds of cruel and inhuman treatment. She said he was a poor provider and that he often threw things at her and was very disagreeable around the house. She then withdrew the complaint but again filed it today.

Additional Locals
The Fulton county rural letter carriers association, will meet with J. R. BABCOCK at Wagoners Saturday night, Nov. 15. Mr. Babcock is president of the state association.
Fred RUSSELL, son of Zane RUSSELL, who is with the National Cash Register company, is much improved. He came from St. Louis recently to recuperate from an attack of malaria.

Social Events
At a prettily appointed afternoon party today given by Mrs. John HOLMAN in her home on west Ninth St., the engagement of Miss Mary Ann DAWSON, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George V. DAWSON, and Guy BARR, son of Mr. & Mrs. John BARR, was announced. . . . . The guests, besides Miss Dawson, were Mrs. H. MONTGOMERY, of Akron; Miss Ivine TEMPLETON, of Oak Park, Ill.; Mrs. H. PELL, of Brazil; Mrs. F. ENSIGN, of Boise, Idaho and Mesdames G. ALSPACH, C. BRACKETT, O. CARLSON, C. PYLE, G. BELDING, F. RUH, and R. DENISTON.
Miss Rosa Belle CARR and Clarence Ray EMMONS were married this afternoon by Rev. F. E. BURKETTE, of the Christian church. The groom is a farmer and the bride has been an employee of the glove factory. They will live in Rochester.

Short News
Charles CHESTNUT is working at FELTY's north end barber shop today.
Frank ANDERSON and Lon CARR have returned from Chippewa county, Wis., where they have purchased farms of the Gates Land Company.
Mrs. R. C. STEPHENSON and son Hugh Robert [STEPHENSON] came Friday evening from South Bend to attend the funeral of Mr. Stephenson's mother.

Monday, November 10, 1913

Dies at County Farm
George FELTS, a former resident of Liberty township, died at the county farm this morning. He was about 56 years of age and has only been an inmate of the farm for 30 days. He will be buried by his relatives.

Farmer in Bad
James PACKARD, residing just south of Fulton, was arrested Saturday afternoon at his home, was taken to Logansport and is now in the county jail on charge of forgery. It is claimed that he forged the names of three prominent Cass county farmers to two notes which he presented at the First National bank and secured money. Notes and costs aggregate $127.53.

Tiosa
A pretty wedding in which Neal STAUFFER, of Walnut, and Miss Gladys BUSH, of this place, were the principals, was solemnized by Rev. A. M. THOMAS, of Talma, Saturday evening. Both are highly respected young people and have the best wishes of a host of friends.

Talma
Hudson STANBURY, of Argos, and Frank COPLEN of this place, started for Arkansas last Monday, where they will be employed.

Richland Center
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. MOW, Sunday morning, a daughter.

Kewanna
Vaus POLEN, who has been running as mail clerk between Chicago and Columbus, O., has been transferred to a run from Louisville, Ky., to Chicago over the Monon route.

Social Events
Clifford BRADWAY, son of a hardware dealer in Akron, and Miss Lelah Pearl SAUSAMAN, were married at the bride's home Sunday. They are well known people of that neighborhood and will live on a farm near Akron.

Short News
Al MEYERS returned to Noblesville where he has the contract for bridge repair work.

Tuesday, November 11, 1913

E. Merriss Dies Suddenly
H. A. FRISTOE received a telegram this morning from Pleasant Mills, Indiana, announcing the death of Ellsworth MERRISS, his former partner in business here and a brother of Mrs. FRISTOE. Death came very suddenly Monday night.
Mr. Merriss is well known to Rochester prople, having been associated with Mr. Fristoe in business for nearly three years. While here he made many friends and his departure was regretted by everyone. On last March he left Rochester and moved on a farm near Pleasant Mills, Ind., where he died.
Mr. Merriss has one son living in Lexington, Ky., and Mrs. H. A. Fristoe is his only sister. The funeral will be held at his home Thursday. Mr. & Mrs. Fristoe and Rev. G. C. CHANDLER will leave Wednesday morning for Pleasant Mills.

Social Events
The wedding of Miss Frances Margaret MONTGOMERY, youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Frank MONTGOMERY, and Marion B. CLARK, son of John CLARK, of Waterloo, Ind., will take place Saturday at 5 p.m. at the home of the bride's parents northwest of the city. The announcement is the culmination of a Purdue romance.

Short News
Harold THOMPSON left for Akron and Toledo yesterday, where he expects to find employment.

Obituary
Mary C. ELLIOTT was born in Warsaw, Ind., Feb. 1st, 1846, and died at the home of her son, Frank [PECK], in Kokomo, Ind., Nov. 6th., 1913, aged 67 years, 9 months and 6 days. She was married to J. L. PECK, Nov. 28, 1867. To this union were born five children, of whom two, together with her husband, have preceded her to the spirit land. She leaves one daughter, two sons, and one grandchild, together with a host of friends to mourn her loss. She united with the Methodist church when she was 16 years of age and retained her membership until her death. She was a faithful Christian wife, a kind and affectionate mother, and was loved and respected by all who knew her. Funeral services were held in Kokomo, Saturday, in charge of Rev. C. W. CHOATE, lafter which the body was brought to Rochester for interment.

Wednesday, November 12, 1913

Have Re-United
All matters between Mr. & Mrs. John S. MOORE that gave rise to their respective divorce proceedings have been settled and they have again united, each believing it was a mistake to have separated. Since these are good people, and all troubles between them having been fully settled, and having again united in their married life, it is due them that this statement be made in view of the fact that the Sentinel has heretofore given some public notice of their disagreement.

Long Lease
Elisha WILSON, who lives just east of town on the TABER farm, was in Logansport Tuesday and signed a lease for the place until 1920. This bespeaks considerable confidence on the part of the TABER heirs in Wilson as a tenant.
Sells Out to Partner
A deal was consumated Monday, whereby W. P. WATSON becomes the sole owner of the dry cleaning and pressing establishment on west Ninth street, formerly owned by WATSON and TIMBERS, Mr. Watson buying Arch TIMBERS interest. Mr. Timbers decided that the work was too confining and desired more work in the open. Mr. Watson the present owner, has had many years of experience in this line of work and is quite prepared to take charge of a large business.

Short News
The DYSERT building is having the windows placed in the two upper stories.
Frank DILLON, former postmaster, now living in Warsaw, was in the city today. He and Mrs. Dillon will winter in Mississippi.

Thursday, November 13, 1913

Advertised Letters
Sam LAMBARD, Frank PERRY, Miss Aubry PRATT, Joseph TURNER. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Is Interurban Line Director
J. E. BEYER, of this city, was named director and his brother, J. F. BEYER, of Warsaw, was made vice-president of the WINONA INTERURBAN RAILWAY CO., at the annual meeting held in Warsaw this week.
The reports of the year were gone over and were found to show prosperous conditions. The following directors were names: H. J. HEINZ, Pittsburgh; F. S. WORDEN, Fort Wayne; H. C. ANDERSON, Pittsburgh; E. F. YARNELLE, Fort Wayne; J. H. MATCHETT, Bourbon; W. D. FRAZER and J. F. BEYER, Warsaw; J. E. BEYER, Rochester; C. C. BEYER, Kendallville; E. O. EXCELL, Chicago; R. L. LEESON, Winona Lake.
New officers were elected as follows: President, W. D. FRAZER, Warsaw; Vice-president, J. F. BEYER, Warsaw; Secretary and Treasurer, H. C. ANDERSON, Pittsburgh. C. F. FRANKLIN was retained as superintendent and J. C. SCHADE will continue to act as assistant secretary and treasurer.

Merriss Funeral
Services over the body of the late Ellsworth MERRISS, the former Rochester merchant, who died suddenly in Pleasant Mills, Monday, were held this morning at the home of Rev. G. C. CHANDLER, of this city. The body was taken to Fort Wayne for cremation this afternoon. Mr. & Mrs. H. A. FRISTOE, of this city, were also in attendance at the services. Rev. Chandler conducted the funeral of the mother of the deceased a year ago last September.

Talma
Mr. & Mrs. Elmer JONES of Walnut, Mass., were called to Argos last week by the death of the former's father, Clinton JONES. Mrs. Jones is visiting at this place, the guest of Burr BARR and family.

Richland Center
The funeral of Clinton JONES was held at this place on Saturday about noon. Mr. Jones was a resident of this community and a member of Center M.E. church for many years, but recently had moved near Argos and had taken his membership to Argos. Their many friends in this community extend their sympathy to the sorrowing relatives.

Leiters Ford
Hazel RARRICK taught as substitute teacher for Helen BLAIR at Delong on Monday and Jay GINTHER at Leiters, Tuesday.

Kewanna
Earl WORKING, formerly of Kewanna, but who is now barbering in Logansport, spent Sunday with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Frank WORKING.

Short News
Otto LINKENHELT, who formerly resided here, appeared in a two reel Biograph special at the K. G. last night. Mr. Linkenhelt has been with this company some time but this is the first time he has been seen in the local theater. [Otto Linkenhelt, known on the screen as Elmo LINCOLN. - W.C.T., Ed.]

Work Begun
Workmen began today the building of the new ICE PLANT for BEYER BROS. and COMPANY. The plant will be erected east of the creamery and will be 44 feet long and 37 feet wide. The plant will have a capacity of 20 tons per day.

Near Completion
The installation of the STEAM PIPES on south Main street is nearing completion and the local company expect to have them in operation within two weeks. . . . .

Friday, November 14, 1913

Andrews Divorce
The trial of Merton ANDREWS vs Belle ANDREWS for divorce will be tried Monday. Attorneys for the plaintiff have ordered the Western Union Telegraph Company to bring all telegrams to court that Mrs. Andrews has sent and received in the last year.

In Critical Condition
Robert LOWRY, former auditor of Fulton county, is critically ill at his home in South Bend from a stroke of paralysis.

Social Events
Announcement has been made of the marriage, on December 10th, of Miss Bessie M. ZERBE, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. G. W. ZERBE, of Tiosa, Ind., to Rev. L. A. HALL, pastor of the M.E churches at Anoka, Miami and Bennett's Switch. They will reside in Miami.

Short News
The ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY is putting a bridge across the Rentschler ditch just west of Fulton, near John SPRAGUE's farm.
The work on the 7th street STEAM LINE is progressing fast and the pipes are already laid past the M.E. church corner. It is thought that the work will be completed before Tuesday of next week.
Ground was broken yesterday for the erection of a new building to house the ARTIFICIAL ICE PLANT, the building [will] be behind BEYER BROS. creamery. The ice making machinery is already here and will be capable of an output of twenty tons per day.
Mr. & Mrs. Al. FRISTOE of Rochester were here today to attend the funeral of Mrs. Fristoe's brother, Ellsworth MERRISS. -- Mr. & Mrs. John HOLMAN of Rochester, who came to attend the funeral of Ellsworth MERRISS are guests of Mrs. Mary ELEY. -- Decatur Democrat.

NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS. There will be a stockholders meeting of the ROCHESTER-MAIS COMMERCIAL CAR COMPANY at Commercial Club Rooms, Tuesday evening, November 18, 1913, for the consideration of important business. -- A. C. DAVISSON, Pres. EARLE A. MILLER, Sec'y.

Saturday, November 15, 1913

May Die
Martin BURNS received a telegram Thursday afternoon that his sister, Mrs. Rebecca ALEXANDER, of Nowata, Oklahoma, was very ill and was not expected to live. Mrs. Alexander is a former resident of this county and her son, Frank HALLOWAY, lives west of Rochester.

Dies In Logansport
Mrs. Harriet CUNNINGHAM, of this city, died at the home of her daughter in Logansport, Friday, of heart failure. She has always resided here and made her home on the north side of the Erie tracks. She leaves seven children most of whom live in this city. The funeral will be held Sunday at two o'clock, at HOOVER's chapel, Rev. G. C. CHANDLER, of the Baptist church, having charge of the services.

Suicide Rumor is Dispelled
The rumor which has been current that Mrs. Ira WALTERS, of Leiters Ford, committed suicide, was dispelled this week when after a post mortem examination no poison of any nature was found in the body.
Mrs. Walters, a resident of Leiters, died at the Woodlawn hospital, September 16th, after a short illness and at that time the attending physicians were unable to find any cause for her death. It was rumored in her home at Leiters Ford, that she had taken morphine. Several of the internal organs were then analyzed in South Bend, but no trace of anything that might cause death was found.
The case is a most peculiar one and physicians frankly say that they do not know what caused her death. Friends who are acquainted with the family and the trouble that occurred, say that Mrs. Walters died of a broken heart. But physicians hold that no person ever died of grief. The cause of Mrs. Walters death will probably always remain a mystery.

Social Events
In the home of Mr. & Mrs. Francis E. MONTGOMERY, six miles northwest of the city, there occurred at five o'clock this afternoon, the wedding of Miss Francis [MONTGOMERY], the youngest daughter, and Marion B. CLARK, son of Mr. & Mrs. John CLARK of Waterloo, Ind., only members of the immediate family being in attendance. . . . . Rev. S. A. STEWART of the First Presbyterian church, officiated at the ceremony . . . . The bride is a graduate of the Rochester High School and has attended Indiana, Wisconsin and Purdue universities, specializing in domestic science work, which will [sic] taught during the past year at the Indiana Girls School in Indianapolis. It was during her attendance at the last named university that she met Mr. Clark, who was taking agriculture there after a course at Tri-State college in Angola, Ind. The couple will live on a farm at Ashley, Ind., for which place they left soon after the ceremony.

Short News
Miss Clara BASTOW left for South Bend today where she will enter the Conservatory of Music.

Monday, November 17, 1913

Aged Resident Passes Away
Mrs. William WHITTENBERGER, one of the oldest women in this county, died Sunday evening, at ten o'clock, at the farm home two miles this side of Akron. Mrs. Whittenberger had been ill for some time due to old age. She was past 77 years of age.
Deceased had lived in this county for 36 years and was well and favorably known by many of the old residents. She has no living children. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock at the home.

Off to Coast
Russel KARN left Saturday for San Diego, Cal., where he will seek employment and expects to benefit his health by the change of climate.

Social Events
Ralph Robert HATTERY, of Peru, and Miss Myrtle Marie SECOR, of Akron, were married Saturday afternoon at the Christian parsonage, by Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE. The groom is a brakeman on the Lake Erie railroad. Miss Secor is well known in Akron and Rochester where she has many friends. They will live in Peru.

Short News
Forrest BEYER of Fort Wayne, spent Sunday in Rochester with Mr. & Mrs. J. E. BEYER.

Tuesday, November 18, 1913

Granted a Divorce
Mrs. Ella SMITH was granted a divorce, Monday afternoon, the defendant, David SMITH, not making any defense. Some time ago Mrs. Smith filed a criminal suit against her husband charging desertion, but the case was dropped when the divorce suit came to trial.

Commits Suicide
William BOWMAN, a former resident of this county, committed suicide Monday at his home in Traverse City, Mich. Mr. Bowman at one time lived on the Warren GOHN farm west of Rochester, and moved to Michigan several years ago.

Reported Marriage is Not Confirmed
According to word received here late Monday afternoon, a marriage license was issued Nov. 16 in St. Louis, to Mrs. Anna HILL, of this city, and James T. PULLEN, of Stanton, Ill. Inquiry revealed the fact that Mrs. Hill is now in the city, but she could not be located by a Sentinel reporter. Her sister, Mrs. Wm. SMITH, declares she does not believe that Mrs. Hill is married, despite the report and says she knows nothing of Mr. Pullen. Mrs. Hill is the divorced wife of John G. HILL, of this city.

Is Dying
Mrs. Mary WEESNER, of Lagro, is reported to be gradually weakening and her recovery is despaired of by her many friends and relatives. A large number of relatives were at her bedside Sunday, including her daughter, Ella [WEESNER], of this city.

Candy Factory in Operation
The CANDY and ICE CREAM FACTORY recently installed by the proprietors of the NEW YORK CANDY KITCHEN, in the basement of their place of business south of the court house, is a model of neatness and an interesting place to visit.
The entire space under the store and sidewalk has been utilized, the earth having been excavated, and a commodious room with a cement floor and a steel room, having been fitted out. On the east side are arranged the various tables where all kinds of candies are made.
The men exkpect to go into the business extensively and will do a wholesale as well as a retail business. They will manufacture practically everything they sell. The ice cream factory is under the sidewalk and an elevator has been built there to be used in lowering and raising supplies and manufactured product. The proprietors are proud of their factory and welcome visitors.

Short News
Miss Gayle TREADWAY, of Pinckney, Mich., has arrived to make her home with her uncle and aunt, Mr. & Mrs. Enoch MYERS, on south Pontiac street.
Mayor and Mrs. Omar SMITH left today for Columbus, Ohio, where they will attend the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Joshua HEADLEY, cousins of Mr. Smith. They will return Friday.

Germany
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. GRAHAM, Nov. 8, a little son.
A little son was born to Mr. & Mrs. Eli WOODCOX, Nov. 13.

Wednesday, November 19, 1913

Mrs. Sarah Miller Dies
Mrs. Sarah MILLER, who resided near Akron, died Tuesday, of heart trouble at the home of her son, Irving Miller. She was born April 21, 1844 and was 69 years old. She was the widow of the late Clarke B. MILLER and was the mother of four children, Irving MILLER, Mrs. Dullen BOWERS, Mrs. John MOORE and Mrs. Nettie PRATT. The funeral will be held at the Mt. Zion Presbyterian church at 11:30, Thursday and interment in the Mt. Zion cemetery.

To Erect Building
Julius P. MICHAEL, of Indianapolis, who formerly lived here, has been granted a permit to build a $30,000 ware room in the capital city. Mr. Michael is now the head of a large grocery concern.

Obtains Well Known Drummer
William CASAD, well known trap drummer and musician, who formerly resided in Rochester, will arrive here Monday, where he will spend the winter as an employe of "My Show." He will also play in one of the local bands.
Mr. Casad is well known to Rochester prople and has considerable ability as a musician. He is a decorator by trade. Mr. BASSETT, of "MY SHOW" has made arrangements with Mr. Casad to play the trap drums throughout the winter, and he will appear at the theater next Monday evening.

Rochester-Mais Company is Dead

At a meeting of the officers, directors and most of the stock holders of the ROCHESTER-MAIS TRUCK CO., Tuesday night, it was decided that bankruptcy proceedings should be started at once and a receiver appointed for the now defunct company. The action has been pending for a long time and will come as a surprise to few.
The company was started early last spring and began building trucks under the supervision of John MAIS. However, only a very little stock was subscribed and when the company began business they were barely able to buy sufficient machinery and material for the building of the first three trucks and after one truck had been built and taken upon its trial trip operations were ceased on account of a lack of money. Since that time there has been nothing doing, although there was still material for another truck.
At Tuesday evening's meeting the bankruptcy proceedings were decided upon and as soon as all of the stockholders have agreed to the procedure the action will be taken. The assets and liabilities of the company have not yet been determined, but Secretary E. A. MILLER stated that there would probably be about $700 in assets and about $1,700 in liabilities.

Short News
Billy TRUE will be employed as baker by Elmer ROBERTSON at Kewanna for the next few months.
Mrs. Sam ARTER is seriously ill at her home on north Madison street. Mr. ARTER called at this office today to express his appreciation to the R. E. L. H. & P. company, for refraining from blowing the plant whistle during his wife's illness. There is little hope for Mrs. Arter.

Thursday, November 20, 1913

Husband Given Second Divorce
Intimating that his wife had associated with other men and introducing evidence that she had deserted him two years ago, Clarence POFFENBARGER of near Germany Station, was granted a divorce from his wife, Lula POFFENBARGER, Wednesday afternoon.
Poffenbarger now lives at Germany but after his marriage seven years ago he lived in Rochester for three years where he followed the trade of a painter. Mrs. Poffenbarger was not present at the trial and made no effort to prevent the separation. The husband said that he had been married before and divorced. He is the father of two children by his second wife and the court gave the custody of the girl to Lon MILLER of near Akron and the boy will be taken care of by his grandmother, Mrs. POFFENBARGER.
In his testimony, Clarence Poffenbarger said that while living near Germany his wife was in the habit of staying out two or three nights in the week with another man who lives near there. He did not name the man. The court ruled that the evidence was sufficient for a divorce.

Short News
Ernest McINTYRE is working on the American Express wagon.
About December 1st Colonel WHYBREW, of Fulton, will open a cream station in Macy. He will buy cream on Fridays and Saturdays and will pay the Elgin market price for butter fat.

A deal will be finished soon whereby Lee DAVIDSON of Wagoners will take possession of the store at Athens owned by J. W. KERN & SON. Mr. Kern and family will move to Rochester.

To Improve
The ARLINGTON HOTEL is beginning some extensive improvements today which, when completed, will make the hotel most modern. Hot and cold water and steam heat are being placed in every room and most the the rooms are being repapered and refurnished. The lobby will also soon be refitted.

Advertised Letters
Mrs. Sadie ALLEN, Mrs. Job BROOKS, Joe KEENNAN, Miss Van KINDIG, Mrs. Elbra D. RULE, Mrs. Mae P. SHEETS, Chas. P. TAYLOR, Miss Elizabeth A. THOMPSON, Miss Jessie WOOD. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Grass Creek
Mr. & Mrs. A. J. MURRAY are the parents of a daughter.

Germany
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. GRAHAM Nov. 8, a little son.
A little son was born to Mr. & Mrs. Eli WOODCOX, Nov. 13.

Macy
A transaction was closed Friday whereby the FARRAR LIVERY BARN became the property of QUICK BROS., who conduct a hardware store here. They are wide awake, hustling young men and success is predicted for them.
George BONHAM, of South Dakota, is here visiting his brother-in-law, I. B. MULLICAN and family.
Frank SKINNER is moving his stock of drugs to Peru, where he will conduct a store in the future.
Dr. P. B. CARTER went to Indianapolis Saturday, to attend the funeral of his brother's infant child. He was accompanied home by his father, who will visit here some time.
Will FARRAR, who is traveling for the Pine Tar Co., spent Sunday with his family here.
Leiters Ford
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Charles GRAHAM, Saturday, a boy.
Clark BAILEY and Guy REISH left Sunday night for Marion, Ohio, where they are employed with an interlocking gang.
Claude BRUBAKER moved his family to Leiters this week.

Friday, November 21, 1913

Macy Changes
The general complexion of the Macy business map was considerably altered this week by a sale of the FARRAR LIVERY BARN to QUICK BROS., the removal of Frank SKINNER's drug store to Peru, the dissolution of the drug partnership existing between Mel McCARTER and Jacob MILLER and T. J. EWER and T. Y. SAVAGE, music dealers. Savage and Miller will both retire.

$3,000 Alimony Given to Wife
A suit which has attracted much attention in the county on account of the prominence of the couple was settled today when Mrs. Anna PHILLIPS, of near Kewanna, was granted a divorce from her husband, Fremont PHILLIPS. Fremont Phillips is a prosperous farmer of Wayne township. . . . .
The case proper never came to trial as the parties reached an agreement, in which he withdrew his charges and alimony of $3,000 was allowed. Mrs. Phillips will be given the custody of the youngest child and he will take care of the other two children, who are not married. They have five children. . . . .
Nina H. CARLSON was granted a divorce from her husband John CARLSON this afternoon, the defendant not appearing. The plaintiff stated that they had been married in Gary, Ind., where they lived for a year. She asserts that he was a drunkard and soon after the marriage was arrested on a charge of murder and placed in jail where he remained for six months. She was given her maiden name of Nina H. EDDERSON. Mrs. Carlson lives in Liberty township.

Social Events
Mrs. J. E. BEYER entertains her sisters, Mrs. LEFFEL of North Manchester, Mrs. JOHNS of Silver Lake and Mrs. KNOOP of Claypool, over Wednesday and Thursday.
Miss Gertrude DuBOIS of Wagoner, and Ora BUSSERT of Rochester, were married Wednesday afternoon by Rev. H. W. LAYE at the Christian parsonage in Peru. They will reside in this city.

Short News
Melvin FINLEY is in a very critical condition and his death is expected soon.
Mrs. Harley McCARTER went to Peru last night to attend the funeral of her mother.
The floor is now being laid in the new DYSERT building and electricians are completing their wiring before the steel ceiling is put on.

Saturday, November 22, 1913

To Open New Store
S. FLOX, proprietor of the Peru Boston Store, formerly of this city, has leased a prominent business room in North Manchester and will open a Boston store there on Saturday, December 6. Mr. Flox will put his son, Jacob FLOX, in charge of the North Manchester store.

Given Credit
Mr. & Mrs. E. L. REED, former residents of this city and now living in Claremont, California, are given great credit for the success of the chrysanthemum show held in Claremont last week. The local paper said that Mr. & Mrs. Reed had a remarkable showing of chrysanthemums as this was their first year's effort.

Divorce Decree Marks Last Day
The last day of the fall term of the Fulton circuit court ended today . . . .
Mrs. Minnie CONGER, who sued for a divorce some time ago, was granted a decree by the court today, the defendant, Omer CONGER, not appearing. . . . She was given the custody of their adopted child, but did not ask for any alimony.
The court appointed Boyd BIDWELL guardian for Mrs. Emma McCOY, age 67 years, who is unable to look after her estate. . . .
Mrs. Georganna ARTHUR was granted a divorce this afternoon from her husband, James ARTHUR, the defendant not appearing. The custody of the child was given to the mother. Mary E. STOVER was granted a divorce from John C. STOVER. The husband made no defense. . . .

Social Events
Miss Lucile MAGAHAN of Chicago, a daughter of Mrs. E. E. WHITE, who is a daughter of Stephen BRUCE, a pioneer of the Lake Bruce country, was married yesterday to Dr. Gilbert H. WYNEKOOP of Chicago. The Chicago papers a few days ago carried pictures of Miss Megahan and advance announcements of the wedding, which took place at the Blackstone hotel.

Short News
The building of the new ARTIFICIAL ICE PLANT is being erected rapidly and it is thought that the building may be finished and the ice making machinery installed before the first of the year.
The FARMERS CO-PARTNERSHIP INSURANCE CO. OF FULTON, WHITE AND PULASKI COUNTIES will hold its annual meeting at Kewanna on Tuesday, Dec. 16th. The officials meet there on the day previous.
Miss Elizabeth YOUNG, of Kewanna, has been taken to the county farm by Trustee BYBEE to make her future home. Miss Young recently returned from the D. H. Thompson Home for Aged Women at Waldron Ind., and at her own request was admitted to the county farm.

Monday, November 24, 1913

Gets Good Job
A letter to the Sentinel from F. E. ROBBINS at Shattuck, Okla., says that he has been made superintendent of the Light, Power and Water company of that city. It is a responsible position with a good salary attached. Mr. Robbins has a contract for the job until November, 1914.

Delong Woman Dies Suddenly
Delong, Ind., Nov. 24. -- About five o'clock Sunday morning, Mrs. T. A. PACEY was stricken with a heart attack and died about eight o'clock. A physician was called but to no avail.
She leaves a husband, a son, Earl [PACEY], and a daughter, Mrs. GATES, of Philadelphia, who is now visiting in Texas. No funeral arrangements will be made until her arrival here, but the burial will probably be made at Muncie, her former home.
Mrs. Pacey had made many friends here. Her husband is not well at the present. He had an attack recently while out walking and the assistance of a neighbor was needed to take him home. Mr. Pacey had to lie down by the wayside until help arrived.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. John LEWIS, a boy.
Word received here Saturday of the birth of a boy to Mr. & Mrs. Dan BROWN, of Hammond. Mr. Brown was formerly Wells Fargo Express agent here.

Death Called To City's Pioneers
--"If you can't say good of one, say nothing at all," was the life motto of Harrison ROBBINS, a respected citizen who passed away at his home on south Jefferson street early Monday morning, after an illness of four years.
Heart trouble and complications brought on by his age, together with the effects of an exposure sustained when he became lost in a snow storm some weeks ago were the cause of his demise, which was not all together unexpected. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon in the U.B. church, Rev. H. E. BUTLER officiating. Interment in I.O.O.F. cemetery.
Harrison Robbins was born to Joseph and Nancy ROBBINS, near Vernon, Jennings county, Indiana, May 28, 1849 and died when aged 64 years, 6 months, 4 days. He was united in marriage to Clarinda CARTER, Dec. 15, 1872. To this union six children were born, Ausina ROBBINS, Chicago; Mrs. James THRUSH, Knox, Ind.; Mrs. John ZEHNER, Pierceton, Ind.; and May C. [ROBBINS], Harry N. [ROBBINS] and an infant daughter, the last three having preceeded the father in death. The widow, with the children, one grandchild, two brothers, John L. [ROBBINS] and G. B. W. ROBBINS and a sister, Mrs. Cassie BELT, remain to mourn his loss.
He united with the U.B. church 28 years ago under the pastorate of Rev. BUTLER, of this city, who was his pastor at the time of his death.
--Jacob SMITH, aged about 75, was found dead in bed by his wife early this morning, at their home in Peru. Heart trouble was the cause. Mr. Smith formerly lived near here, in the Salem neighborhood, trading his farm to W. H. DENISTON for the old woolen mills, which afterward burned. Mr. Smith went to Peru about 20 years ago, and has lived there since. There survive besides the widow, three sons, George [SMITH], John [SMITH] and Melvin [SMITH], all of whom are in Oklahoma. Frank SMITH, of this city, is a nephew. No funeral arrangements have been made pending the arrival of the sons, but it is thought that burial will be made in Peru.

Two Fights
The air seemed to breed trouble Saturday night as two fights took place on the street in the short time of an hour. Attorney Floyd MATTICE and Charles BRACKETT indulged in a fray in which one blow was struck. Friends separated the two men. Lovell "Dub" McINTIRE struck Shorty KING, an employe of the telephone company. King was taken to a physician's office where his wounds were dressed.

Two Seriously Ill
Two well known Rochester citizens were reported at the point of death today -- Mel FINLEY and Ed. MOONSHOWER. Both have been seriously ill for some time.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Peter BIDDINGER were given a pleasant surprise, Sunday, in honor of their 48th wedding anniversary. The dinner was prepared by Mrs. C. B. BIDDINGER and Mrs. William BIDDINGER while the couple were at church. . . .
William KENNEDY an Erie railroad man and Mrs. Mary MILLER, of Akron, were married Saturday afternoon in the clerk's office by Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE. Mrs. Miller is a resident of Akron, where they will reside.
Miss Anna Belle MOORE and Clarence POFFENBARGER were married Sunday afternoon in the clerk's office by Rev. H. E. BUTLER. Mr. Poffengarger is a bridge carpenter and they will reside at Germany Station.

Short News
Omer SMITH, who is employed at the A. B. SHORE store, went to Kewanna Sunday to visit his parents.
John Jay MYERS, who recently moved from Plymouth to Rochester, is now at Miles City, Mont., where he is employed and where he expects to move his family in the event that the climate agrees with his health.

Obituary
Sarah Ann CALENTINE, daughter of Henry and Ellen CALENTINE, was born in Holmes County, in the state of Ohio, April 21, 1884, departed this life Nov. 18, 1913, aged 64 years, 6 months and twenty-seven days. She was married to Clark B. MILLER Feb. 23, 1864. To this union were born nine children, five having preceeded the mother to the spirit world. There remain, Mrs. John H. MOORE, Mrs. Hattie BOWERS, Nettie PRATT and Mr. John Irwin MILLER, on brother, Samuel CALENTINE, and one sister, Mrs. Ella HARTMAN. It is needless to write her biogarphy in words. She has written it in deeds of kindness and sympathy which fill this half century, which she has just completed. She did not live for earthly satisfaction alone, but had her eye upon "the mark for the prize of the high calling of God which is in Christ Jesus, our Lord." In her christian baptism she confessed her Lord and Master and established her fellowship in the Christian church at Macy. . . . .
The funeral services were conducted at Mt. Zion church, by Rev. J. O. TODD, of Mt. Hope U.B. church, at 11:30 a.m., Thursday. Interment at Mt. Zion cemetery.

Tuesday, November 25, 1913

D. Agnew Honored
The telephone officials of LaPorte, Starke, Fulton, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Kosciusko, Whitley, Marshall and Lagrange counties have perfected a permanent organization under the name of NORTHERN INDIANA TELEPHONE ASSOCIATION, the object being a closer cooperation in the promotion of mutual interests. The following officers have been elected: President, Samuel R. TOMLINSON of Plymouth; vice president, C. R. STOOPS of Nappanee; secretary and treasurer, Daniel AGNEW of Rochester. The organization represents a total of 25,100 telephones and property valued at $5,000,000.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Frank HARVEY, a daughter.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Fred MERCER, Monday, a girl.

Social Events
Masters Daniel and Telford CONRAD entertained their little friends Monday afternoon in honor of their 7th and 5th birthday anniversaries respectively. Among those present were Masters Robert [PYLE] and Emerson PYLE, Wm. GREEN, Jr., Johnny BALDWIN, Everett AULT, Edgar MILLER, Herman EASTBURG, Leroy ANDERSON, Roscoe CLAY, the little misses Pauline [CLAY] and Mildred CLAY, Sophia ANDERSON, Myrtle GREEN, Leticia HOFFMAN, Anna BALDWIN, Irene FULTZ, Mrs. Dora BALDWIN and son, Charles [BALDWIN], and Mrs. Harlie FULTZ.

Short News
Lee DAVIDSON sold his farm south of town to M. A. CURRENT of Danville, Ill., this morning. The deal was made through REEDER & CLASON.
The trench work on the Seventh street [STEAM] LINE is completed and workmen are now filling in. The ELECTRIC LIGHT COMPANY is installing the heating system to the Baptist church this week.

Wednesday, November 26, 1913

Gets Office
Dr. Harry M. PELL, of Brazil, son-in-law of Alex RUH, of this city, has been selected as city health officer by the recently appointed board of health. The office pays about $500 a year.

His Old Love
GRANDSTAFF & STEFFEY, who sold their South Side barber shop to Charley CHESTNUT, have rented the basement under STONER& BLACK's hardware, where they will open up an up-to-date shop. This is said to be the fourth time Chestnut has purchased the South Side barber shop.

Mrs. Weesner's Will
The will of Mrs. Mary WEESNER of Lagro, widow of the late Peter WEESNER, of this city, has been admitted to probate. Mrs. Weesner orders that the notes she held against Anna WAY and Ella McCARTEN be cancelled. Her grandchildren, Mary and Edna are given 3-1/2 percent of the estate. The remainder of the estate is to be divided among the children.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. J. E. BEYER will entertain the following people at Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow: Mr. & Mrs. Henry PFEIFFER and family, Mr. & Mrs. Otto CARLSON, Mrs. Marie CARLSON and Carl CARLSON.

Thursday, November 27, 1913

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Friday, November 28, 1913

Druggist in Bad
Melvin McCARTER, druggist at Macy, was called on the judge's carpet at Peru, the other day to give a $100 bond for unlawfully selling a half pint of booze to Fremont WHITTEN without a physician's license. This makes twice he has been on the carpet for alleged bootlegging in the past year. The case will be called this term of court and heard.

Stork Special
Born, Nov. 26th, to Mr. & Mrs. R. P. HOOVER, a son, Richard Wallingford [HOOVER].

Social Events
Lloyd A. PAXTON, a young farmer of near Akron, and Miss Arzerna Mary HIGGINS, one of Fulton county's school teachers, were married Wednesday evening in the Christian parsonage by Rev. F. Z. BURKETTE. The bride is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas HIGGINS and is highly respected in Akron, where she lived for several years. The young couple will live in Akron until spring, when they will go to Montana where Mr. Paxton has farming interests.
Miss Martha DOWNS and Everett C. DUNN, of Huntington, were married Wednesday, by the Christian minister of Huntington. They came to Rochester Thursday to spend Thanksgiving and will be at home to their friends the first of next week at 749 Oak street, Huntington.
Harry Edward JEWELL and Miss Sylvia Belle COLLINS were married Thursday by Rev. BAUMGARTNER of the Evangelical church. Miss Collins is a daughter of E. D. COLLINS. Mr. Jewell is an employe of the Rochester Bridge factory. The couple will reside in Rochester.

Short News
Miss Harriet VonEHRENSTEIN who is attending Hillsdale college in Michigan, is here for a short visit with her parents.
Ed SMITH of Norman, Oklahoma, a son of the late Jacob SMITH, of Peru, and a former local resident, was in the city today for a short visit.

Saturday, November 29, 1913

Omer Engle Again Assaults Woman
Akron, Ind., Nov. 29. -- The citizens of this town almost witnessed a lynching here Friday afternoon when Omer ENGLE, a former resident of Akron, attempted to assault Mrs. Hattie BRAKE, a young woman, who is cooking for a gang of laborers on the Erie. Engle was saved from death by several men in the mob who promised that he should receive his just dues in court.
This is Engle's third arrest upon a charge of the same nature. Several months ago he was arrested and fined in Rochester where he attempted to assault Miss Vera METZ. Several years ago he was arrested at Winamac on a similar charge. He is a single man about 30 years of age. He is well known over the county and in Rochester.
After the attempt at assault which occurred along the Erie tracks Friday afternoon Engle fled to a near-by woods where he was captured and held. Several men went for a rope but before they could return other men brought him here where he was lodged in jail. The woman was not injured but badly frightened as the result of her experience. Engle will be given a preliminary hearing before Justice HOOVER Monday and then taken to Rochester where he will be lodged in jail to await trial in the circuit court.
The dastardly attempt took place while Mrs. Brace was returning from Akron where she had been buying some groceries. She was walking along the track when a freight approached and while it was passing Engle jumped out of a box car, as the train was moving very slow. He started to approach Mrs. Brake and attempted to grab her. She started to run and fell down, all the time screaming for help. Engle then drew a gun and threatened to kill her if she did not keep quiet. Noticing some men running toward him Engle stopped his efforts and ran for the woods.
There were about 50 men in the gang and they at once surrounded the timber and easily effected the capture of the man. He at once denied everything and said that he was married and had three children in Akron. His captors threatened him with hanging and two men started after a rope. In the mean while the mob held him in the woods and gave him some punishment which he so richly deserved. Cooler heads prevailing, he was then taken to Akron and lodged in jail where he will be given a preliminary Monday.
Mrs. Brake was hysterical after the assault and was taken to a near-by farm house. She is about 28 years of age and is very pretty. Feeling is very bitter here against Engle.

Two Couples Wed
Frank THOMPSON and Tressie NICODEMUS, both of Akron, were married this afternoon at the clerk's office by Rev. A. S. WARRINER.
Harry NICODEMUS and Elsie Marie STEFFEY were married this afternoon at the Christian parsonage by Rev. BURKETTE. The bride is a popular young lady, who resides in the southeastern part of the city. The groom lives in Cicero and is a farmery.

Fall of 20 Feet Proves Fatal
Sylvester A. SPOHN died at the Woodlawn hospital Friday night as the result of injuries received when he fell a distance of 20 feet while painting at the ROCHESTER CANNING FACTORY one week ago last Thursday. His death was directly due to tetanus which developed Thursday.
The death of Mr. Spohn is a great shock to his relatives and friends. The accident which caused his death was totally unexpected and under any circumstances could not have been avoided. He at the time was working with his son-in-law, Charles HENDRICKS, on a scaffold 20 feet above the ground, the board upon which they were standing being fastened to two ladders. One round of the ladder broke letting the scaffold fall.
Mr. Spohn was picked up unconscious and at the hospital it was discovered that his left leg was broken in two places. Mr. Hendricks escaped with several severe bruises. One week ago the attending physicians set Mr. Spohn's broken limb, screwing vanadium steel into the bone for supports. This operation proved fatal as infection caught in the bone soon after and despite the use of anti-toxin, he passed away suffering with tetanus. He was past 60 years of age.
During his life as a painter, Mr. Spohn has suffered some very bad falls. Several years ago he fell off of DENISTON's elevator and was confined to his home for several months. One time he fell while painiting a high bridge and his fellow workmen for a while thought that he was dead.
Sylvester Spohn was born in Rochester, July 29, 1853, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Henry SPOHN. After living on the farm for 25 years, he learned the painters trade which he followed until his death. He was first married to Sarah DAVIS who died after five years. No children were born to this union. Two years later he was married to Mrs. Anna MANN. One child was born to them. She is now Mrs. Nellie HENDRICKS.
Besides his wife and daughter, Mr. Spohn leaves three brothers, two sisters: Isaiah [SPOHN], Richard [SPOHN] and Sidney [SPOHN] and Mrs. Amanda MILLER of South Bend and Mrs. Jacob BROWN of this city. He was a member of the United Brethren church. The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at two o'clock at the home. All friends who wish to call may view the body Sunday morning after ten o'clock.

Young Man, Go West
Jerry JEFFRIES has just returned from Fort Benton, Montana, to spend the winter in Fulton county. He was in Montana for five years, and comes back possessing a wife, baby and a farm of 220 acres, three things he did not have when he went West. He took a claim in a part of the country which is now being rapidly settled, a fact which makes his place a valuable one. His wife was Miss Blanche CLIFFTON. Her father lives in Akron, Indiana.

Advertised Letters
Miss Inez BALL, Mrs. Ada BARGER, Mr. W. G. CLARK, Mr. Alfred DECKMAN, Mr. George McCORMICK, Mr. Cane RAULES, Miss Bessie ROBERTS, Mr. Bill WELLER. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Are Given Farewell Dinner
Mrs. Maude YODER entertained at her home on west 5th street Friday evening in honor of Clarence HILL, who with his mother, will leave for Chicago in a few days. Those present were Harry KARN, George BUCHANAN and Ayrton HOWARD.

Short News
Glen LOUDERBACK is spending a few days visiting his parents. He is teaching school at Griffith, Ind.
John CLOUD, senior member of the firm of CLOUD & SON, left Macy Tuesday morning on his way to Mobile, Alabama, where he expects to spend the winter on account of his impaired health.
The TELEPHONE WIRES which cross Main street at Eighth, were taken down today by employes of the company. The installation of the new UNDERGROUND CABLE permitted the action which materially benefits the appearance of the street.

Monday, December 1, 1913

Sells Out
Frank COLE sold out his restaurant and pool and billiard parlor Saturday to Peter DANE of Akron. Mr. Cole is undecided what he will take up in the future. The new proprietor is well known in Rochester and will make some extensive improvements in the room.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Eugene COPLEN, a son, Sunday.
Born to Prof. and Mrs. Oren RICHARDS, a daughter.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Earl BEYER, of New York City, a son.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Manson YIKE, a girl.

Is Seriously Ill
Henry STEFFY, 60, who lives near Mt. Zion, suffered his second stroke of paralysis in two years, Sunday night and is now in a serious condition. He is well known in Rochester.

Leiters Ford
Mrs. Thomas PACEY died very suddenly Sunday morning at her home one mile north of Delong. Death was due to neuralgia of heart.
Will CAPLE of Folsom, South Dakota, will arrive here sometime next week with a load of western horses.
"Doc" HIATT was called Saturday to Darlington to attend the funeral of his father-in-law, Mr. COX, who died Saturday morning at 1:30. Mrs. HIATT had been there for a number of weeks.

Kewanna
Ray SMITH of Bruce Lake neighborhood has purchased a new five passenger Ford auto of SMITH & GILBERT.
Vern HOLLAN moved Monday to Winamac where he will sell Buick and Ford automobiles for a Kewanna company.

Talma
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. HOLLOWAY Nov. 19th, a girl.

Social Events
Hugh CAMPBELL and Miss Marie BALL of Leiters Ford, were married today at noon at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. A. S. WARRINER. Mr. Campbell for the past four years has been clerking in J. B. CAMPBELL hardware at Leiters, but will soon move on a farm. He is the son of James CAMPBELL of Winamac. Miss Ball is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Eli. BALL and is well known and popular young woman.
Miss Elma WARNER of this city and Omer TORRENCE, of Peru, went to Grand Rapids, Mich., Saturday and were married there Saturday night.
The bride is well known here, having worked at the glove factory for the past year. The groom is also well known and lives here.
Miss Priscilla BLACKETOR and Carl NEWCOMB entertained their Sunday School class Saturday evening in honor of the latter's 16th birthday. . . . The affair was given at the home of Mr. & Mrs. E. M. NEWCOMB.

Short News
"Grandpa" J. E. BEYER will be glad to meet his friends at the musical tomorrow night at his home.
Elza BURNS went to Crawfordsville today where he will be an operator in the Western Union office there.
Miss Lucy TRUE has returned to Depauw university after a short stay with her parents, Mr. & Mrs. E. P. TRUE.
Miss Mildred PFEIFFER returned to Evanston, Ill., this morning after spending the past four days with her parents.
Robert ANDERSON and Cecil SNAPP returned to South Bend where they are attending the South Bend Business College.
Howard MEEK, of Tiosa, lreturned to Wabash college this morning after attending the Thanksgiving recess with his parents.
Harvey GREGSON returned this morning to Muncie, where he is foreman of a New York Central bridge construction gang, after spending Sunday with his family.
Actual work of construction of the power plant of the new KEWANNA ELECTRIC SYSTEM has begun. It is located east of the C. & O. depot, along their tracks. The work is being pushed as rapidly as possible.
Misses Clara Belle ROBBINS, Ruth McCARTY and Helene WHITESIDES, and Hugh BARNHART and Halbert BYBEE have returned to their studies at Indiana university, after spending their Thanksgiving vacation here.

Obituary
Jacob SMITH was born in Stark county, Ohio, August 16th, 1836, and passed away in his home at Peru, on Nov. 24, 1913, at the age of 77 years, 3 months and 8 days. He came to Kosciusko county with his parents when 37 [sic] years old. He was left an orphan when only 12 years of age. He came to Fulton county in 1852, and on August 14th, 1859, was married to Miss Margaret Catherine ZABST and resided in Fulton county until 1891, when he moved to Peru. Eight sons were born to this union, four of whom preceeded their father in death. There survive a wife and four sons and five grandchildren, also one brother and one sister. The surviving sons are John W. F. [SMITH] of Metropolis, Ill, Ed. A. [SMITH] and Geo. A. [SMITH] of Norman, Okla., and Melvin E. [SMITH] of Peru. Father Smith was a faithful member of the church for over 60 years, and lived a conscientious Christian life to the end.

Tuesday, December 2, 1913

Dead at Macy
Alva AULT, aged twenty-eight years, died Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at his home in Macy, after an illness of nineteen weeks, all of which time he was confined to his home. His death was caused by a tumor of the brain. He was the son of Mrs. Susan AULT. Besides his mother the deceased is survived by three sisters.

Engle Escapes With Light Fine
To the surprise of everyone, Omer ENGLE, who was arrested last Friday in Akron for attempt to rape, escaped a severe penalty and at the trial Monday was only fined $20 and costs, which amounted to $30.50. This was his second offense of a like nature within the past two months. . . . . . . . .

Is Stricken With Paralysis
After suffering paralysis, John M. BLATT, 76 years old, who lives alone at his home in Akron, lay on his kitchen floor from Saturday noon until Monday at noon, when he was discovered by his landlord, Levi DUKES. He was in a bad condition though conscious and after several hours, died Monday night.
Mr. Blatt was able to talk when found Monday and said that he suddenly took sick Saturday and fell. It seemed that he was conscious a part of the time but was unable to call for help. He lay on the floor for 48 hours without assistance or food of any kind. He lives alone and in the past has been fairly active for a man of his age. Mr. Blatt is well known in Akron as he has lived there for years.

Left Suddenly
Jack EASTERDAY is reported to have left the city suddenly, taking with him $10 in money belonging to Leo ZIMMERMAN for whom he had been working. Several days before he left, Mr. Zimmerman made good the purchase of a suit of clothes at the A. B. SHORE clothing house. It is said that Easterday is going to join his wife in Logansport.

Special Music
A quartette composed of Misses Margaret BAILEY, Mae MORNINGSTAR and Messrs. Frank BRYANT and C. J. IRWIN will sing at the special matinee Friday afternoon at "MY SHOW," . . . . .

Social Events
Joseph Allen WALTZ and Myrtle SULLIVAN were granted a marriage license this afternoon in the clerk's office. . . . . . The groom is a young farmer living on the north Michigan road. The bride also resides on the Michigan road, being a resident of Marshall county. . . . . were married at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. A. S. WARRINER. Mr. Waltz is well known in this city and is the son of William WALTZ who lives north of town. Miss Sullivan is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Robert SULLIVAN.

Wednesday, December 3, 1913

W. D. Smith Killed in Indianapolis
Walter D. SMITH, a former resident of this city, and a son of Silas SMITH, of Bruce Lake, was killed in Indianapolis, Tuesday, in a street car collision. Mr. Smith was well known in this city and for several years was a partner of Milo SMITH in the PLANING MILL here.
According to Indianapolis papers, of Tuesday, the accident which resulted in Smith's death happened in a thick fog. He was a motorman on one of the cars which came together in a head on collision, wrecking the vestibule. Mr. Smith suffered severe injuries which caused his death several hours later. A very heavy fog prevailed and the motormen were not discernible to each other until it was too late.
Mr. Smith lived in Rochester for two years and a year ago last February disposed of his interests in the planing mill here and moved to Indianapolis. He was a cousin of Milo Smith of this city. A wife and two children survive him.
The funeral will be held Friday, at Bruce Lake, Ind.

Frank Brown Dead
Word has been received here by Miss Claudia KIRKENDALL of the death of her uncle, Frank BROWN, aged about 70, formerly a local resident, demise having occurred Tuesday in Glendora, Cal., where he had gone from his home in Topeka, Kan., for his health.
There survive a daughter, Miss Genevive [BROWN], of Topeka, a half-sister, Mrs. John DEVORE, of this city, and a step-sister, Mrs. Nelson KIRKENDALL, also of this city. The late Mrs. Wm. RANNELLS was also a half-sister. Interment will probably be made in Oklahoma, where Mrs. Brown is buried.

City's Talent in Fine Musicale
The musical given at the home of Mr. & Mrs. J. E. BEYER, Tuesday night, for the benefit of the choir of the Methodist church, proved to be one of the best programs ever heard in Rochester. Over 100 people were present to hear some of Rochester's best talent.
A well rendered piano solo by Miss Margaret BAILEY, was followed by a song selection by Miss Ruth BRINKMAN. . . . Miss Pearl ROUCH, the blind daughter of Mr. & Mrs. W. H. ROUCH, also pleased the crowd by her singing of "My Life is a Dream." Edward PFEIFFER gave a rendition, "The Volunteer Organist" which was also well received.
Rev. BAUMGARTNER of the Evangelical church, sang the "Son of the Desert" and "The Two Grenadiers" . . . . The Misses Margaret and Louise BAILEY gave a splendid vocal duet as did Mr. & Mrs. C. J. IRWIN. Miss Anna BATT scored heavily in her piano solo. Other good numbers were the vocal solo of Miss Mae MORNINGSTAR and the violin solo of Miss Claudia STEPHENSON. . . .
Lunch was served afterward and a silver offering was taken. It amounted to over $30 and will be used in the building of a new choir loft at the Methodist church.
Social Events
The school class of Prof. Oren RICHARDS gave him a shower Tuesday, in honor of the arrival of a daughter. The gifts consisted of articles suitable for the baby.

Short News
Claud CHESTNUT is taking Will COOK's place on the CLAY SHEETS dray line.

Thursday, December 4, 1913

Samuel Hughston Called by Death
Samuel HUGHSTON, 62, one of the best known horsemen in the county, and who has been connected with local livery barns for 32 years, died Wednesday night at his home on Jefferson street, after an illness of six weeks. His death was due to heart trouble.
Mr. Hughston, known to everyone as "Sam," died as he had lived and even in his last hours worried about the horses whose care had always been his constant thought. His reputation as a horseman was country wide and many a fast young driver has been warned by Sam to take better care of the animals or suffer the consequences. For the last 10 years he has been employed by CLARY & ONSTOTT.
Samuel Hughston was born in Chillicothe, Tennessee, February 22, 1851, the son of Mr. & Mrs. James HUGHSTON. In 1865 he moved to Rochester, where he lived for several years and then he moved to Illinois, where he stayed for two years, later moving to Kokomo, Ind., and in 1875 moving to Rochester. For several years he lived on the SHEPARD farm, north of Rochester. April 7th, 1877, he was married to Mrs. Alice ZARTMAN, whose maiden name was EVANS.
Besides his wife, Mr. Hughston had no living relatives.

One Mile Long
The work on the STEAM HEATING LINES about the city has been completed for this year and no further extensions will be made until next summer. The entire length of the lines now in the city is over a mile, but it is thought that in the near future there will be nearly three or four times as much, as the demand is growing steadily.

College Basketball
Robert SHAFER and Earl KARN are both members of the Purdue basketball squad this year, and the former is regarded as a strong candidate for a regular position. OLIPHANT has been elected captain. Hugh BARNHART will probably be a member of the Indiana university five.

Bridge Company Plant is Rushed
The securing of a contract for 562 tons of structural steel to be used in the erection of a Chicago school building, pushes the total amount of work ahead of the ROCHESTER BRIDGE COMPANY to something like 1,600 tons -- enough to keep them busy until March 1, 1914, if they take no more orders, which isn't probable.
The Chicago contract was secured Wednesday in the face of very strong competition, which makes the success of the bid all the more a matter of satisfaction to the local concern. Plans and specifications were taken Tuesday night, and by dint of an all night session, the estimate was ready at the required time Wednesday afternoon. The steel work on the building will be worth about $30,000.
The company now has over three million pounds of work ahead of it. "I doubt," said manager A. L. DENISTON, "whether there is a plant west of Pittsburgh with as much work in front of it as there is facing us. This latest contract is as big as any we ever had."

Social Events
Mrs. Charles W. BLACKLEY, says a Reedley, Calif., paper, entertained more than one hundred guests at her beautiful country home near Reedley yesterday afternoon . . . . members of the W.C.T.U. . . . . Mrs. Blackley was formerly Mrs. Lula WARE of this city.
James BUCK and Miss Inez SKINNER were given a license to wed this afternoon. Mr. Buck is the son of Fred BUCK. Miss Skinner is the daughter of Charles SKINNER who lives south of Rochester. The couple will live on a farm.

Short News
Chas. HUNNESHAGEN is clerking at HOWARD's jewelery store this week.
Otto SMITH who has been employed by the R.E.L.H. & P. Co., the past summer returned to his home in Tiosa Wednesday.
E. R. FORREST and George WALLACE have purchased 1914 model Buick roadsters from ROSS BROS. This makes six of the 1914 models disposed of by Ross Bros. this year.
J. F. YOUNG, son Harry [YOUNG] and daughter Mabel [YOUNG], have moved from Warsaw to Rochester where they will reside permanently. Mr. Young has mill interests at Akron. They are residing on W. Tenth street.

Mt. Zion
Mr. & Mrs. Howard KING are the happy parents of a baby boy.

Athens
Frank THOMPSON and Miss NICODEMUS were married last Saturday.
Isaiah SWIHART and wife returned home Sunday after spending Thanksgiving with their daughter, Mrs. BOWMAN, of Elkhart.

Friday, December 5, 1913

Stricken While Working on Farm
While working at the barn Thursday morning, John WHITE, a well known farmer living west of Rochester, suddenly suffered a stroke of paralysis and as a result died at nine-thirty o'clock Thursday night. He was 65 years of age.
Mr. White's death was very sudden. He was loading hogs at the barn when he was stricken. Mrs. White was the only other person near and she was unable to take her husband into the house until she secured the aid of several of the neighbors. Even with the help of two men, great difficulty was experienced in taking Mr. White to the home as he weighs 219 pounds.
Having lived for 38 years on the same farm and known over the county for his deep convictions, especially along political lines, the death of Mr. White is a loss to the community. He has always identified himself with the democratic party, and took much interest in local progress.
John L. WHITE was born in Owen county, Indiana, Aug. 19, 1848. About 34 years ago he moved to this county. In 1878 he was married to Caroline CASTLE. Eight children were born to them, seven of whom are living: Bessie SCHEUERMANN, of Mesick Mich., Clarence [WHITE], Raymond [WHITE] and Francis WHITE of Morris, Ill.; Mrs. Arthur MYER, of Rochester and Florence [WHITE] and Marie WHITE who are at home. He leaves one brother and one sister, William H. WHITE of Big Rapids, Mich., and Mrs. William BICK, of near Athens. Mr. White was a member of the Evangelical church.

Henry Steffy Dead
Word was received here at noon today of the death of Henry STEFFY, living near Mt. Tabor, southwest of the city. He suffered a stroke of paralysis Sunday night and slowly sank to the end. He was 65 years old. There survive a wife and one son, Omer STEFFY, of this city.

Baby Dies
The son born to Mr. & Mrs. Roscoe HOOVER last week, died at the home on Jefferson street Thursday night. Funeral today.

Engle of Unsound Mind
Prosecutor O. A. DAVIS stated to a Sentinel representative today that the facts in the case against Homer ENGLE at Akron are not generally understood, most people thinking the law too lenient with him. He states that it is his opinion and also the opinion of many others that Engle is of unsound mind . . . . Mr. Davis advised Engle's mother, who lives in Huntington, to arrange for Engle's admittance to Longcliffe, where his case would be properly treated.

Social Events
Word has been received here of the marriage, Wednesday, of August MACKEY, formerly of this city, and Miss Romona JONES, formerly of Indianapolis. They will make their home at Los Angeles, where they were wed. Mr. Mackey is a brother to Miss Luella MACKEY of this city.
Miss Maude ZEIGLER and Homer CRISPEN who are well known in this city, were recently married in Kokomo, at the home of the bride. Only a few friends were present. The groom is an employe of the Kokomo Brass Works.

Short News
John WAITE, who lives east of Rochester, underwent an operation today, his leg being amputated. Several days ago he fell and broke the limb.

Saturday, December 6, 1913

Funeral Services Sunday
-- The funeral of Samuel HUGHSTON was held at the house this afternoon at one-thirty o'clock, Rev. G. C. CHANDLER, of the Baptist church, officiating. A large number of friends were present.
-- The funeral of John WHITE, who died at his home west of town, will be held at the Evangelical church, Sunday afternoon, at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. W. M BAUMGARTNER will have charge of the services.
-- The funeral of Henry STEFFY will be held Sunday morning. The people will leave the house at ten o'clock in the morning and proceed to the Mt. Zion church, where the services will be held. Rev. F. E. BURKETTE, of the Christian church, will have charge of the services.
-- The funeral of Richard HOOVER, the young child of Mr. & Mrs. Roscoe HOOVER, who died Wednesday, was held at the house Friday, Rev. A. S. WARRINER, of the Methodist church, having charge of the services.

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. J. E. BEYER will leave in a few days for New York City, where they will visit Mr. & Mrs. Earl E. BEYER and son.
Mr. & Mrs. Albert SMITH and Mr. & Mrs. Milo SMITH motored to Kewanna today to attend the funeral of Walter D. SMITH held at Bruce Lake church at ten-thirty. They will be over Sunday visitors at the homes of Frank HUDKINS and O. J. LAMBORN.

Monday, December 8, 1913

Well Attended
The funeral of Henry STEFFY which was held at the Mt. Zion Presbyterian church Sunday morning was attended by a large number of people despite the snow storm. The Green Oak I.O.O.F. lodge had charge of the services.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. Earl LEININGER entertained the Akron 500 club and a few other friends at their elegant home on east Main street in Akron last week, the occasion celebrating their first wedding anniversary. . . . . Mrs. Leininger was formerly Miss Nellie STEVENSON of this city.
Miss Myrtle May CURTIS and Thomas HERD, of near Kewanna, were married at eight o'clock Sunday morning at the Baptist parsonage by Rev. G. C. CHANDLER. The couple left at noon to visit relatives at Marion, Ohio. Mr. Herd is the son of John HERD, of Kewanna and the couple will live on a farm near that town.
Miss Bernice CANNON, daughter of Edwin CANNON and Willdie KINGERY son of Phillip KINGERY, were given a license to wed late Saturday afternoon by County Clerk

BABCOCK.

Short News
A. C. DAVIDSON went to Muncie this morning to look after his dredge there.

Two Men Die
-- After lingering between life and death for several days Jasper HUDKINS died at his home on south Toner street Wednesday morning at 6:30. He had been unable to work for more than a year and on the 25th of last February, he underwent an operation at Woodlawn hospital, Rochester. For a time he improved, then a decline set in and his death is said by the physicians to be due to cancer of the stomach.
-- W. W. McCOY received a message Wednesday announcing that his brother, John M. McCOY, had died Tuesday at Edmond, Oklahoma, and that the funeral would be held Thursday. John M. McCoy was born in Kewanna in 1850, west West in 1870 where he has since lived -- part of the time in Kansas, at one time in Illinois and later in Oklahoma. He leaves a widow and six children. -- Kewanna Herald.

Tuesday, December 9, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Oren KARN, west 10th street, a daughter.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Calvin SHANKS, east 4th street, a son.

Additional Locals
Allen SHRIVER and family, who have lived for the past year in Athens, Alabama, have moved back to this county, and will live on a farm east of Rochester. Mr. Shriver was well pleased with Alabama, but was compelled to return on account of the death of his father.

Social Events
A number of friends gathered at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Charles MILLER, east of Rochester, land surprised his brother, Harvey [MILLER], age 16. Twenty-two boys and girls were present. Miss Pearl CLINGER and Madge ANDERSON furnished music. . . .

Short News
Roscoe REAM, who has been in Toledo, O., the past few months, returned last night.
William HOFFMAN is a new clerk at SKINNERS book store. Viv ESSICK will soon be added to the force in order to take care of the Christmas trade.
Herman FRANKLIN, a former resident of this city, was here Saturday and Sunday. Mr. Franklin is now in the theatrical business and is on the road with a four reel moving picture.
According to word received at the local high school, Miss Clara Mae ROBBINS, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Charles ROBBINS of this city, is winning honors in English at Indiana university.

Wednesday, December 10, 1913

Wants Saloon License
Oliver JORDAN of Delong has again filed application for saloon license. In October his application was refused because he wished to locate his saloon less than 400 feet from a school house. Recently he erected a frame building according to the requirements of the law. He said a petition will be passed by the residents of that township.

Newspaper Man is Called
Wilfred Ash WOODRING, senior member of the firm of WOODRING & SON, editors and proprietors of the Peru Evening Journal and Peru Morning Journal, died Tuesday morning at the home of Mrs. WOODRING's mother, Mrs. A. E. SAVAGE, two miles east of Macy. He and Mrs. Woodring went to Macy early last week and although it was known at that time that the patient's condition was serious yet it was not believed the end was so near. Cancer caused the demise.
Mr. Woodring was long in the newspaper business, and was well known over the state. Together with Arthur BODURTHA, his co-owner of the Journal until recently, and several other men, he founded the Terre Haute Tribune, afterward selling out and moving to Peru with Mr. Bodurtha. J. Ross WOODRING, the only surviving child, recently acquired Mr. Bodurtha's interest, and he will probably continue to publish the paper.
The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon, at Macy, at 3:30 o'clock, at the Methodist Church in Macy, and Rev. T. M. GUILD, pastor of the Methodist church in Peru, will have charge of the services. Interment in the Macy cemetery.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Arthur SHIREMAN, twin daughters.

Social Events
Miss Gladys Lorene BROWN, of Claypool, Ind., and Orville Hugh UMBAUGH of Maxinkuckee, were married at St. Joe, Mich., Wednesday, Dec. 3rd, 1913. Miss Brown was formerly an operator at the Rochester telephone exchange. Mr. Umbaugh is the son of Mr. & Mrs. F. M. UMBAUGH of Tiosa, and is engaged in the mercantile business at Maxinkuckee, where he has a home prepared.

Thursday, December 11, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Harry BRINEY, Richland Center, twin daughters. The Sentinel was misinformed Wednesday regarding the births to Mr. & Mrs. Arthur SHIREMAN. Mr. Briney is Mrs. Shireman's brother.

Social Events
A number of friends and neighbors on the Wabash road called at the home of J. B. BLACKETOR, Thursday evening, completely surprised him of his 57th birthday. . . .

Short News
Fred SCHOLDER of Chicago, is here this week, visiting his family and relatives. He is now employed in the Western Union offices in Chicago.
Miss Mary McMAHAN, of Crown Point, daughter of Judge and Mrs. W. C. McMAHAN, formerly of Rochester, who is a student in the University of Wisconsin, at Madison, has been made editor of the woman's page of the university daily.

Friday, December 12, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Dolph PARKER Thursday, a girl.

Tiosa
Byron LEWIS has moved his garage from Mentone to Tiosa, where he will soon be in shape to serve all who may be in need of his services. Milo KING spent a few days in Mentone last week helping Mr. Lewis to get his machinery loaded.
H. W. WYNN has his machine shed finished and has put his autos away for the winter.

Leiters Ford
Billie COOK who returned from North Dakota Sunday morning, broke his shoulder while scuffling at the home of his father-in-law, Frank JONES, Monday morning.
Hugh CAMPBELL who was married recently to Miss Carrie BALL, has moved on John CAMPBELL's farm north of town.
Mrs. Isaac COOK attended the funeral of Sam HUGHSTON in Rochester Saturday.
Wm. CAPLE of Tolsom, South Dakota, arrived Friday a.m. with a load of horses and held his sale Saturday. A large crowd was there and horses sold fairly well. He will visit with relatives for two or three weeks.
Rhoda CAMPBELL attended the funeral of Josephine HOOVER Sunday.

Social Events
Cards have been received in the city announcing the engagement and approaching marriage of Miss Mae BLACK, eldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Henry BLACK, 108 Stroup street, Danville, Ill, to A. M. HENRICHS, of Portsmouth, Ohio. They will be married Thursday, Jan. 1, New Years, at the home of the bride's parents. Miss Black is formerly of this city, where she was a dress maker. She has many friends here.
Fourteen of Alvin BRANDT's boy friends surprised him last night at a six o'clock dinner in honor of his twenty-first birthday. . .

Short News
Mr. & Mrs. Fred DOLEN, who have been playing for dances and other entertainments around Rochester, have purchased a moving picture theater in Tipton and will move there soon.

Saturday, December 13, 1913

Loses Mind
Word has been received here by friends to the effect that Miss Gertrude COMIN, who was commercial teacher at the ROCHESTER COLLEGE under Prof. HERRINGTON, most suddenly lost her mind while teaching school in Minneapolis, this fall. Miss Comin had just returned from a vacation in Colorado, and had resumed her school work, but soon found out that her strength of mind and body were rapidly leaving her and she was forced to leave school and place herself in a sanitarium, where her mind completely failed her and physicians in charge think it impossible to cure her. This is news to Miss Comin's many friends in Rochester, for while she was here she proved to be very popular.

Social Events
Agnes WARRINER, the little daughter of Rev. Alfred S. WARRINER, celebrated her 10th birthday, Friday evening, Dec. 12th., by inviting to her home the girls who are members of her room at the Central school, and also those who were members of her class in the Sunday school. . . .

Short News
Guy SMITH has been named postmaster at Bruce Lake, this county, according to today's Washington dispatch.
County Treasurer Frank McCARTER and wife will spend Sunday in Warsaw with Mr. & Mrs. Thomas HAIMBAUGH who formerly lived in this county.
Mr. & Mrs. B. F. FRETZ and Mrs. Mable DuBOIS will return this evening from Auburn, Indiana, where they were called to attend the funeral of Mrs. Henry FRETZ.

Monday, December 15, 1913

Grocery Sold
The NORTH END GROCERY, formerly owned by Mrs. Ollie BAUM, was sold Saturday afternoon to E. B. COOK, of Grass Creek. Mr. Cook recently moved here from Grass Creek and bought the Marion CARTER property on south Jefferson street. It is not known what Mrs. Baum will engage in but she will probably move to Illinois with her daughter.

Advertised Letters
John BASCO, Dr. Sharon L. BOWNER, Mrs. Cassie EHERMANN, Mrs. J. F. ELKINS, E. C. EWING, L. E. PALMER, Mrs. Frank RYAN James SNYDER, Isaac R. STRAUSE, Adam WOOD. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Social Events
Mrs. Ora CASTLE of south Elm street, entertained 13 children Saturday afternoon in honor of her daughter, Lola's [CASTLE], seventh birthday. . .

Short News
Charley KNIGHT is working at the ARLINGTON hotel as porter.

Tuesday, December 16, 1913

Member of Glee Club
Harold MEEK, son of Doctor MEEK, of Tiosa, is a member of the Wabash glee club this year. The club will perhaps have an engagement here this winter.

New Theater to Open Dec. 24
Final arrangements have been made for the opening of the new K. G. THEATER on Christmas eve, Wednesday, December 24th. The initial performance will be featured with vaudeville acts, three reels of motion pictures and music by an orchestra of 14 pieces.
The new house when finished, will present a splendid appearance. The room will accommodate 300 seats far enough apart that no one will have to arise to let people pass. The lighting is made as nearly perfect as possible. A heavy velvet rug will cover the entire length of the aisle.
People in all parts of the house will have a good view of the stage as it is elevated about six feet. The pictures will be cast upon a mirror screen which can be rolled up when the stage is needed for vaudeville acts. Mr. SHANKS has purchased one of the best motion picture machines made. It contains a double magazine feed which enables the operator to handle a two reel picture without stoppping.
The doors on Christmas eve will be opened at 6:30 o'clock.

Colonial Hotel Company Formed
O. A. DAVIS, owner of the COLONIAL HOTEL at Lake Manitou, has organized with other interested men of the city, The MANITOU COLONIAL HOTEL COMPANY. Articles of incorporation were issued Tuesday by the secretary of state with a capital stock of $20,000 which will be divided into shares worth $100 each. A large per cent of the stock has already been sold and the promoters believe that no difficulty will be experienced in disposing of the balance.
The officers and board of directors for the first year are as follows: O. A. DAVIS, Rochester, Ind., president; Omar B. SMITH, Rochester, Ind., vice-president; Edward E. MURPHY, Rochester, Ind., secretary; Ed. V. FITZPATRICK, Indianapolis, Ind., assistant secretary; Frank R. McCARTER, Rochester, Ind., treasurer; A. C. DAVISSON, Rochester, Ind., park director; Frank SLEVIN, Indianapolis, Ind., hotel manager. . . . .
. . . .it is the purpose of the new management to enlarge the building, making a larger dining room and kitchen, and making additional sleeping rooms. . . .
The grounds will be materially improved, and changed, and it is the purpose of the new company to use the entire grounds consisting of something like twenty-five acres. . . . . . . . .
Near Completion
The new BAKERY at the AMERICAN CAFE is nearing completion. The room was enlarged and a new floor has been constructed. An up-to-date cake and bread mixer will be installed and when finished will be one of the best in the city. For the last few days they have been using the bakery at the NORTH END RESTAURANT.

Social Events
It became known recently that Miss Ruth NELLANS and Ralph WEBER were married in Michigan a week ago last Saturday. Mr. Weber is the son of Mrs. John DEVOE, who lives west of Rochester. A number of friends called at the farm home Saturday night and gave them a surprise.

Short News
J. W. WARING of the WARING GLOVE FACTORY is in town on business today.
Fred PARAMORE went to North Judson today to attend to his dredge contract.
Sam SWARTWOOD, who has been visiting here for several months, returned to his home in Glendora, Cal., today.

Wednesday, December 17, 1913

Sentinel Man Weds Thursday
Early Thursday morning, Rev. S. A. STEWART, of the Presbyterian church, will be routed from his warm bed to perform a wedding ceremony for Bernard CLAYTON, city editor of the Sentinel, and Miss Lenora CONDON, long a capable employe of the BEYER BROS. company. . . . .
Miss Condon is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Clark CONDON, a graduate of the local high school and now is head of the creamery bookkeeping department for Beyer Bros., with whom she has been associated nearly six years. Mr. Clayton is also a graduate of the high school, has held a number of responsible positions and since the change in the management of the Sentinel, has been its city editor.
Mr. & Mrs. Clayton will spend a few days in Chicago, returning to be at home after the first of the year in the SEARCH bungalow, just at the south edge of the city.

Expressman Busy
Ernest McINTYRE is working on the American Express wagon during the Christmas rush.

Rochester Men Again Honored
Following the annual meeting of the policy holders of the FARMER'S CO-PARTNERSHIP INSURANCE COMPANY OF FULTON, WHITE AND PULASKI COUNTIES held at Kewanna Monday and Tuesday, announcement has been made of the election of officers, several local men again having been honored.
N. A. McCLUNG, E. C. MERCER and Frank MONTGOMERY were all re-elected to their respective offices of president, secretary and treasurer, while J. J. KUMLER of Grass Creek, was made vice-president. There were a number of changes in the executive board, which is now composed as follows: Fulton county, J. J. KING, Akron and A. J. MURRAY, Grass Creek; Pulaski county, James WASHBURN and Harlan HIATT, both of Star City; White county, John FRYE and Chester WICERSHAM, both of Monticello. . . . .
Young Man Dies
William Kline O'BLENNIS, 14 year old son of Mr. & Mrs. W. C. O'BLENNIS, died Tuesday night at the home of his parents who live several miles north of the Pendleton bridge. He had been ill for some time. The funeral will be held Friday at the Grand View church. He leaves three brothers.

Parts Assigned for Comic Opera
Announcement of the cast of characters for "In Story Book Land" the comic opera to be presented at the Academy Friday and Saturday nights by home talent . . . .
The parts of Jean and Allan are taken by Margaret NEWBY and Josephine CARLTON, and they are supported by . . . . Eva MUSSER, George BUCHANAN, Veril MEDARY, Walter CAFFYN, Fred DEARDORF, Milo COPLEN, Hazel LEITER, Bessie McKEE, Faye STETSON, Pete BABCOCK, Osso FOORE, Dean NEWCOMB, Frieda SULLIVAN, Archie TIMBERS, Hannahbelle PORTER, Walter MILLER and Grace SHAW. Kate KIRKENDALL, Bernier BUZZART, Hildren PERSCHBACHER, Mrs. H. B. THORNBURG, Carrie MILLER and Eva Belle MERCER are fairies, while Lucile KILMER, Thelma DAVIDSON, Vernice SMITH, Verna BLEMLY, Alma CESSNA, Grace TRUE, Nellie O'BLENNIS and Martha COLLINS are fairies. [sic]
The production is being rehearsed and staged by D. T. HOFFMAN, assisted by J. F. LEWIS.

Social Events
Mrs. Clarence VIERS entertained at a birthday party Tuesday afternoon for her daughter, Annabelle [VIERS], who celebrated her 12th birthday anniversary. . . .

Short News
Leo ZIMMERMAN has received a new ambulance which he will use in connection with his undertaking department.

Kewanna
Henry ISEMAN has purchased a new auto truck and hereafter will make his cream route in much less time.
Carpenters are at work preparing the room just east of the post office for a drug store, E. A. ELSTAN and Son having taken a three year lease on same.

Grass Creek
Mr. & Mrs. Sidney SADLER are the proud parents of a baby boy.

Tiosa
Joe BENNY of Bicknell, Ind., is here for a few days visit with his twin sister, Mrs. Sarah FOSTER.

Thursday, December 18, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Charles HOFFMAN, Wednesday, a son.

Leiters Ford
Mrs. Walter MYERS has gone to Columbus, Ohio, to attend the funeral of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Harry E. CLARK.

Fulton
Mr. & Mrs. George RICKETTS are the proud parents of a baby boy which arrived Tuesday morning. Both baby and mother are doing nicely.
Mrs. Pat McMAHAN of Huntington, formerly of this place, has been here visiting relatives and friends for a few days.
James SNEPP and family are preparing to leave Fulton for their new farm near Union City, Mich.

The work on the new business room being erected by Claude STUDEBAKER, of Twelve Mile, is being hurried along in order to accommodate the Fox River Butter company which will take up its quarters there soon.
The stork arrived at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Bert KENT Monday night.

Social Events
A marriage license was issued this morning to Leslie Anson HALL of Miami, Ind., and Bessie May ZERBE, of Tiosa. The groom is a young minister at Miami and the bride is a popular young lady of Tiosa She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George ZERBE, station agent of the L. E. & W., at Tiosa. They will be married this evening.

Short News
A letter from Glen ROUCH, who recently removed from this city to Miami, Fla., brings the news that he is no longer with the newspaper he went to work for, but is now employed on a dairy farm near the city.

Friday, December 19, 1913

Some Move
John [ROSE] and William ROSE have moved their barber shop from 2113 Lincoln Ave., Chicago, to Macy.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Paul MULLEN, Liberty township, a son.
Born to Dr. & Mrs. B. R. KENT, Fulton, a son.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. G. I. RICKETS, Fulton, a son.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Otto COOPER, Liberty township, a son.
Born to Prof. & Mrs. O. L. WALTER, Friday, a daughter. To Mr. & Mrs. C. D. BROWN, of Germany, a daughter.

Short News
Telly COPLEN is the new clerk at ALLMAN'S Clothing Store during the holidays. Tom BLACK is assisting at the RACKET.
Mrs. Harry SPICER of Sidell, Ill., is visiting her mother, Mrs. Ollie BAUM. Mrs. Baum will return with her and reside permanently at Sidel.
The farm recently purchased by the Wickizer, Bondurant Co., of Plymouth, from Eliza REYNOLDS and husband, known as the Geo. MORLOCK farm has been sold to Milo HERALD of this county. Mr. & Mrs. Reynolds will move to South Bend, Mr. Harold and family moved into their new home Thursday.

Saturday, December 20, 1913

County Farm Head
An appointment which will come up at the January session of the county commissioners will be the appointment of a superintendent of the COUNTY FARM to succeed J. F. FULTZ, who will engage in farming. The names of Clint RALSTON, Theodore TEEL and Converse McMILLEN are suggested. The appointment is made for two years.

Short News
Alvin MASTERSON is assisting at the A. B. SHORE clothing house today.
George BROWER is assisting at the RACKET during the Christmas rush.
Walter MILLER has taken the agency for the Security Life Insurance Co.

Monday, December 22, 1913

Former Rochester Man Buys Town
A clipping from an Oroville, Cal., paper, states that two men have purchased a whole town for 12,000 dollars, one of them being a former resident of this city. The clipping states that the whole town of Keddie, Cal., has been sold, Robert F. KOONTNER having disposed of his store, blacksmith shop, postoffice, justice of peace office, butcher shop, numerous cottages and a controlling interest in the Oom Paul gold mine near there to C. C. PHILLIPS and Oscar SAGESE, of San Mateo county. These buildings, with the Western Pacific depot, comprise the whole town. The consideration is said to have been $12,000. C. O. Phillips will be remembered by many Rochester people, having taught the eighth grade at the South school building for many years. He moved to California about fifteen years ago, and has been prospecting since then.

Father Reads of Son Near Death
William ROSS, a former resident of this city, where he was blacksmith for many years, was horrified Saturday evening when he read in a Chicago paper at his home in Tippecanoe, Ind., that his son, Harold ROSS], a 19 year old boy working in the city, had attempted to commit suicide by jumping in front of an elevated train. The paper stated that the young man was fatally injured.
It was the first word that Mr. Ross had received concerning his son's accident and the news which came in such an informal way nearly prostrated the whole family. Mr. Ross came at once to Rochester, arriving here early Sunday morning when the telegraph office was closed and was unable to get a message through to the city.
Compelled to stand the suspense he waited for the early morning train which carried him to Chicago. Word was received from the father this afternoon that his son would live, though seriously injured. He dispelled the belief that the young man had attempted suicide and said that the injury was entirely accidental.
It seems that the boy who works in the postoffice in the city, took sick late in the evening and attempted to go home without hesitation. While waiting for his train he walked to near the edge of the platform and fell in front of the fast moving car. The city paper evidently did not attempt to sift the story.
His parents at home could hardly believe that their son had attempted suicide as he held a good position in the city and had no cause for worry. They were much relieved to hear that he will recover.
Harold Ross is well known here where he attended school for several years. His father moved from this city to Athens where he opened a blacksmith's shop.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Clark PETERSON, a boy.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Claude ALSPACH, a girl.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Albert NICKELBINE, a girl.

Social Events
John BARKMAN and Edell SWIHART were married Saturday night by Rev. BURKETTE, of the Christian church. The groom is a young man of the city and is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Alonzo BARKMAN. The bride is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Isaiah SWIHART, of this county. They will make their home in Rochester.
Dr. & Mrs. W. A. SMITH will go to Chicago Tuesday to attend the wedding of their son, Roger [SMITH], to Miss Daisy E. CRESSEY, daughter of Rev. Dr. Geo. Angell CRESSEY. Mr. Smith is principal of the high school at Lowell, Mich., where the couple will reside, after a short wedding trip.

Short News
John GINTHER, fireman at the gas plant, has installed a telephone in his home in East Rochester.
Goldie THOMAS and Grant MANNING who have been working for the past three months for the Pleasant Valley Tiling Company, have discontinued their work until spring. Mr. Manning has prepared for his spring work by building a house on wheels equipped with a stove and other things for light house keeping.

Tuesday, December 23, 1913

Move to Rochester
Mr. & Mrs. Roy COOPER and child have arrived from Lincoln, Nebraska, where they have made their home for the past year. Mr. Cooper has had charge of the sales force for the Malleable Steel Range Company in the states of Nebraska, Montana and Colorado and recently was promoted, taking charge of the state of Indiana, a larger and much better paid position. They will live here.

Short News
Miss Katie KIRKENDALL is assistant clerk in the KADERS this week.
Will COOK has resumed his duties on the Clay SHEETS dray line, having entirely recovered from injuries sustained in unloading a piano.
Martin KESSLER of Detroit, Mich., is here visiting his brother, Dell KESSLER. He is the inventor of a gas engine which has just been placed on the market.

Wednesday, December 24, 1913

Heads Alumni
Robert SHAFER of the Purdue university basket ball squad has been placed at the head of the alumni players who will meet the high school five Friday evening. The usual warm fight is expected.

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Chauncey HIATT, a daughter.

Fred Waltz is Instantly Killed
Fred WALTZ, 11 year old son of Mr. & Mrs. William WALTZ, was accidently shot and killed this afternoon while hunting on his father's farm, northwest of the city. The accident occurred about three o'clock, when Fred, accompanied by his brother, Jesse [WALTZ], 18 years, started down the lane on a hunting trip.
According to his brother who is heart broken as the result of the accident, the death was caused by Fred himself when he attempted to operate the gun. The load took effect in the boy's chest and it is supposed that he died instantly.
When the accident happened Mr. & Mrs. Waltz were not at home. The stricken brother was unable to carry the body to the house and ran to the home of Lee MONTGOMERY where he secured help. The only witness to the accident is unable as yet to give a clear account of the tragedy.
Mr. Waltz lives the first house west of the old Montgomery farm.

K. G. Will Open
The furnishing and fitting for the new K. G. [THEATER] have arrived and are all set up and ready for the opening performance tomorrow. There will in all probability be a matinee tomorrow afternoon, but if not, the doors will open, for the first time at 7:00. The specialties are The Venetian Trio and Angela and Mellina. These are reputed to be fine and are just from an engagement on a big vaudeville circuit. Besides there will be a number of special reels and a sixteen piece orchestra and a record crowd is expected.

A Serious Charge
George BECK was arrested this afternoon by Marshal CHAMBERLAIN on a charge of larceny. . . .of an overcoat . . . at South Bend.

Social Events
Mr. & Mrs. D. A. WALLER celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary today, . . . All of the family save two sons, Ray [WALLER] of Oklahoma and Emerson [WALLER] of Fowler, Ind., were present, including Mr. & Mrs. Grant WALLER and children of Fortville, Ind., Mr. & Mrs. L. E. DOUGHTY and son, Malcolm [DOUGHTY], of Delaware county, and Mr. & Mrs. A. C. GREY of Fulton.
Friends and relatives have received word that Ralph H. HARTMAN was united in marriage Dec. 20 to Miss Marie NEAL, of Illinois. The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Henry HARTMAN, of near Mt. Zion. He has served as telegraph operator at Athens and nearby stations for several years and at present is employed by the Burlington & Quincy R. R. in Illinois. The couple will reside in Illinois, where the groom has a home furnished.
There occurred at four o'clock this afternoon at the home of Rev. F. C. MOON, the wedding of Chauncey DICE and Miss Blanche BEATTIE, both of the Fulton neighborhood. Mr. Dice is a son of James DICE, who lives just a mile north of Fulton. The Dice family formerly lived in Rochester. The bride and groom will spend their honeymoon in Indianapolis.
Lloyd BLOCKER of Newcastle, Penn., and Miss Fern RARRICK were married this afternoon in the clerk's office at the court house. Mr. Blocker is a railroad brakeman and the couple will reside in Pennsylvania.

Short News
Alvah WALTERS of Indianapolis, is here to spend the holidays with Mr. & Mrs. Frank WALTERS.

Thursday, December 25, 1913

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Friday, December 26, 1913

Waltz's Death Due to Accident
County Coroner Dr. F. B. LOUGH of Leiters Ford, held an inquest over the death of Fred WALTZ, 11 year old son of William WALTZ, Thursday afternoon and returned a verdict finding that death was due to the accidental discharge of a gun while in the hands of the victim. . . . . .

Opening Program Pleases All
The opening of the new K. G. in the DYSERT building was attended by over 1,200 people Thursday evening, and all were delighted with the theatre and the program offered. The first show started at 6:30, when every seat was taken and this rush lasted till the last show at eleven o'clock, five performances being given. . . .

Are United After Nine Years
Elza BURNS, 16 year old son of Mrs. Gilly BURNS, who was murdered by her husband, nine years ago, received a very welcome Christmas present, Thursday, when he was given a letter from his younger brother, Jesse BURNS, from whom he was separated on that terrible night and whose location had been unknown to him. For several years Elza worked in the local telegraph office, but is now at Lafayette.
The Burns children, made homeless by their step-father, were sent to an orphan's home immediately after the tragedy. After the children were placed in the home they were later adopted, Jesse, the youngest boy, was taken by a family at Argos and the two boys were reunited by mail Thursday, after nine years. They do not know yet where their sisters are located.

Advertised Letters
H. C. BANTA, J. H. BASS, Mrs. C. W. CALLENTINE, Amos FISHER, H. SNIDER, Mrs. Mae TURNER, Miss Gail WRIGHT. -- Wm. WRIGHT, P.M.

Richland Center
Chas. MAPLE, who has been attending school at Bloomington, Ind., is spending the holidays with his foster parents, Mr. & Mrs. Michael BURKETT.
Otto BABCOCK, who has been attending school at Bloomington, Ind., is spending the holidays with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. A. E. BABCOCK.
Tiosa
Miss Edith WRIGHT, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joe WRIGHT, and Fred MILLER were united in marriage at Denver Saturday by Rev. W. W. WOODS. Both are highly respected young people and have the best wishes of a host of friends. They will reside on a farm.

Short News
About twenty couples attended the Christmas night dance at the ARMORY HALL, promoted by Clyde ENSMINGER. A good time was experienced by all.
Miss Marjorie REED, six year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Les REED, is very ill and is not expected to live.
Michael HENRY celebrated his 91st birthday today. He was born just after the clock struck midnight on Christmas.
Mrs. Rebecca STAHL, who is with her daughters in Colorado, writes from Lamar, that they will all go on their ranch this week, that they have had no bad weather and that they like the West. Their new address is Hasty, Colo.

Saturday, December 27, 1913

Two People Are Called by Death
-- Miss Marjorie REED, six year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Lester REED, died this morning at the home on south Franklin street as the result of an abscess on the brain.
The young girl took sick four weeks ago, and not withstanding the attention of physicians, passed away after suffering much pain. The abscess is thought to have been caused by a blow received on the head 10 days prior to her illness.
She was born November 9th, 1913. [sic] The funeral will be held at the home Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Rev. A. S. WARRINER of the Methodist church, will have charge of the services.
-- Dan MAHLER, a well known farmer living near Delong, died this morning after a long illness. Death was due to heart trouble.
Mr. Mahler's death will be mourned by many friends. He was well known over the county and took a deep interest in the progress of the community. His farm of 120 acres north of Delong was purchased by him when he was married 20 years ago to Miss Clara ELLIS. He leaves a wife and three children.

Monday, December 29, 1913

Additional Locals
The funeral of Dan MAHLER of Delong will be held Tuesday morning at 11:30 at the Reform church in Delong, Rev. S. A. STEWART, officiating.

Our Son's Death
Fredrick R. WALTZ was born January 5th, 1902 and died December 24, 1913. The accident which caused his death happened at the farm home while his brother, Jesse [WALTZ], was cleaning a new gun, which he had received for Christmas. Fred says to Jesse, "I can work father's gun" and with that remark, gets the gun from the bedroom. He places the gun to his shoulder and not being able to operate it in that position, he placed the butt on the floor and starts to push back the slide. The gun was a six shot hammerless and not being able to push the slide far enough back for the spring to catch, the gun was discharged when the slide came back the load striking him in the temple, killing him instantly. His brother, Jesse, grabbed him and carried him into the well house and then ran for help.
The funeral was held at the Christian church, Friday, December 26th. -- William WALTZ and family.

Social Events
Rev. A. D. WARRINER of the First Methodist church, married Otto Carl SMITH and Tressa Pearl HAM in the clerk's office this morning. The groom is a young mechanic residing in Huntington and the bride lives in the northeastern part of the county. They will make their home in Huntington.

Short News
Al FENSTERMAKER presented his wife with a new Hobart M. Cable player piano Saturday.
Talmage DILLON went to Greencastle this morning where he will resume his studies in Depauw university.
Julius C. PONTIUS of Yukon, Oklahoma, arrived in Rochester, Saturday night, for a short visit with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jefferson PONTIUS, and other relatives. Mr. Pontius will be remembered as a former teacher in the public schools in this county.

Tuesday, December 30, 1913

Social Events
Announcement has been made of the marriage of Ralph OVERMYER, son of Chauncey OVERMYER, who lives near nere and Miss Ethel COBLENTZ, of Bunker Hill, which took place at the residence of the bride's uncle, E. E. CROWDER, in Bunker Hill, December 24. Rev. John HELDT officiated. The young couple will probably make their home on a farm near this city.

Wednesday, December 31, 1913

Stork Special
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Arthur SHIREMAN, Monday, a girl.

Short News
Paul EMRICK returned to Lafayette after visiting friends and relatives here.
Harry GRAEBER returned to Sharon, Pa., this morning, where he is employed.
Miss Alice PETERS and John PETERS are in Benton Harbor where they have employment.
Mrs. Belle DANIELS returned to Indianapolis Tuesday after being here through the illness and death of her niece, Marjorie REED.