Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 22, Number 33, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 24 October 1900 — Page 1

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Hello! HELLO! This is no “Phone'’call, but it is to call your attention to some of the rare bargains we are offering: HERE THEY COME! 15 pieces wool and worsted suitings, former price 50 to 60 cents; to close at 25 cents. Don’t miss this. Those fine silk and wool dress patterns are moving rapidly. Secure one soon before the assortment is broken. This department is booming—bargains on every shelf. The finest line of applique trimmings and fancy yoking ever displayed in this market. HERE’S A HOT ONE! We have reference to our fine wool blankets. Have some of your own sheep’s wool for $3.50 per pair; some fine ones for $4.00, and better ones at corresponding prices. Or, if you want one a degree cooler, will lay you down a cotton pair for 60 cents to $1.25. Anew iine of damask portiers, pillow shams, stand covers and doilies. Just step up stairs where we can fit you with a fine plush cape, jacket, or collarette. On this same floor will show you carpets, trunks, valises, lace curtains, &c. Don’t Forget! We have overcoats and suits for young men and boys—can make the woods ring when we speak of prices in this line. Shoes! Shoes! Shoes! From the baby’s fancy to grandfather’s solid comfort.

Parental Authority Properly exercised will direct the boys straight to our Clothing store and making the necessary purchase there. We look out for the boys in a masterly style, giving them neat fitting and stylish suits which every school lad likes for school days, Saturdays, Sundays — and holidays. Big supply for boys. Our Merchant Tailoring Department Is not “just as good,” but better than any in Northern Indiana. Give us a trial and we can easily convince you that this is true. Onr Line of Woolens Is very large and complete. A wellselected line in all the Latest Furnishings For Men. aar uiui, D 108 Main Street, - - GOSHEN, j

THE NAPPANEE NEWS.

NAPPANEE, ELKHART COUNTY, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY. OCTOBER 24, 1900.

IVA GREENAWALT ATTEMPTS SUICIDE. The Young Girl Takes a Dose of Strychnine While Driving With a Friend. Considerable excitement was created about town last Friday afternoon by the attempted suicide of Iva Greenawalt, a 19-year-old girl of prepossessing appearance, but credited with being wayward. She swallowed a portion of a vial of strychnine while out riding with Shelly Fager, a hostler at James Cosper’s livery barn. The girl’s male escort succeeded in wresting the bottle from her hands before she had taken all the contents. The poison was procured by the girl of a Wakarusa druggist, whose label appeared on the vial. The various stories of the lamented affair would fill two or three newspapers. However, the Mews has sifted all of them down to a point of reasonableness by tracing them back to their origin. It seems that Miss Greenawalt, (whose father is dead, and whose mother gave the girl anything but a moral training, according to public information, and who some time since married and went west), is alone in the world excepting her grandparents in Kosciusko county, named Malcom. Being alone, she seems to have been unable to see further pleasure in life —as life had been meted out to her before she had scarcely turned to the path of womanhood. Recently she had been employed as a domestic at Wakarusa, the family at one time having resided at Mappanee. On the day of the attempted tragedy she came to Nappanee in the forenoon and made some inquiries, it is said, for a yoking man who at one time had paid her some attention and whom she wanted to marry. Failing to seethe young man, she sought Shelly Fager, an acquaintance, at the livery barn, and asked him to accompany her. Fager put her off on account of duties at the barn. She went away but returned in the afternoon, driving In from the west in a single livery rig. At the Gosper barn she induced Fager to get into the buggy and take a ride. They drove north to the Yoder corner and thence east, returning by the same route in about thirty minutes or such a matter. As they turned to come south, not quite a mile from town, Fager says the girl called his attention to someone husking corn near the highway. He looked into the field, and when he again looked at the girl she was taking the poison froth the bottle. At this juncture Fager took the bottle away from her before she could take the remainder of the contents on her tongue. From some conversation she had with him Fager surmised her intention to take poison or to kill herself. That the struggle took place and that the horse was stopped at this juncture, is confirmed by Solomon Stahly, who was an eye-witness, though he could not determine what the difficulty was, but it was he and the boys who were husking corn near the highway. Shelly immediately drove to town, being considerably alarmed, naturally enough. His companion laughed and joked until near the corporation line, when she began to feel the effects of the poison. As the buggy neared she public square the girl said to him that she was getting blind, and she was rubbing her hands over her face as the rig drove into the barn. Here she was soon overcome and her limbs grew rigid as she was lifted from the buggy by Mr. Cosper, who proffered assistance while Fager ran for a doctor. It was supposed that she was. past all assistance, but the physicians made an effort to save her, though they were unable to make use of the stomach pump because her jaws were set. She continued to have spasms during the early part of the evening until she was placed under opiates. In fact, this seemed the only resort, as her system had to be relied upon to throw off the poison, and fortunately, she was constitutionally strong. Big crowds hung about the front of ■the livery barn all the evening and late' into the night and whispered weird tales of the probable cause which led up to the attempt to take her own life,—some of the talk even reflecting upon Fager, who had perhaps saved the girl’s life by taking the poison from her. Saturday morning Miss Greenawalt had so far recovered as to permit of her being removed from the cot in the livery qfflee to the home of Mrs.

Will Eggleston, whose heart was big enough to offer the poor girl a place in her house and to nurse her. The only likely story of what led to the attempted suicide was that intimated by her desire to marry the young man referred to in this article and who had ceased to keep her company. Breakdown at Light Plant. The town has been without incandescent lights since Saturday night on account of a burn-out of the armature. Electrician Spicer went to South Bend to have the part renewed with the hope of getting the lights going by Tuesday night. The old dynamo is gone to sticks so far as carrying the present load is concerned. At times it gets so hot that one could not hold his hand upon the casting, and it was only the expected that happened when it finally burned out again. The town board first heard from the manufacturers of the new dynamo as to whether it was possible to install it at once. Learning that it could not be done, it was decided to repair the old one at once, though there is no teliing how long it will last. Electrician Spicer returned Tuesday afternoon and got the lights on before six o’clock.

Family Reunion at The Zentz Home. A family reunion was held at the home of George A. Zentz, west of Foraker, Oct. 19th, in remembrance of his 76th birthday. There were present nearly 75 children and grandchildren, besides several visitors. The day was spent with considerable pleasure. The family consists of 12 children, all living and married. All of these, with the exception of one daughter, were present. The children all live within a radius of 15 miles, which is something remarkable for the number of them. The entire relation present had their picture taken in a group, which will become very valuable to all as it can hardly be expected that there will ever be another such a reunion of the same famj,ly. Death of Mrs. Robert Berry. Rebecca, wife of Robert Berry, died at the farm home in Locke township, Friday, Oct. 19th, after an illnees of about six months, of consumption. Deceased was born in Ohio, June7th, 1840, and was consequently aged 60 years, 4 months, and 12 days. A husband and seven children survive, six daughters and one son, viz: Mesdames Mary Pfeiffer, Anna Pfeiffer, Jane Babcock, Lovina Motine, Nella Snyder, Nora Snyder,and Wesley J. Berry. The six daughters acted as pall-bearers. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. J. C. Murray, on Monday, Oct. 22d, at South Union church, at which cemetery the interment was made by Walters & Snyder, Young Woman Killed by Cars. Miss Mary Rupp, aged 17 years, an orphan girl employed in Goshen and riding to and from her home near Dunlaps on the interurban cars, was instantly killed just before six o’clock Saturday evening when she alighted from the street-car and crossed the Lake Shore tracks, being struck by a passenger train. It seems that a freight was going east and the passenger west on the double track. Charles Wogoman, a farmer, had alighted from the car with her and had just crossed the track, the girl following him while she was intently engaged in watching the approaching freight. As she stepped upon the other track the locomotive struck her, throwing her against the freight and her body bounded about ninety feet from where she stood. Nearly every bone in her body was crushed. The remains had to be carried in a blanket to the homo a short distance away where she was expected by her brother and sister who reside at the farm home. Western Rates Reduced. Greatly reduced one-way and round trip second-class rates will be In effect from Chicago via Wisconsin Central railway, to points in Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, Idaho, .Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia each Tuesday during October and November. For detailed information inquire of the nearest ticket agent or address Jab. C. Pond, Gen’l Pass. Agent, Milwaukee, Wis. Stops The Cough and Works Off The Cold. Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets cure acold in one day. No cure, no pay. Price 25 cents. 21m12

THE AYERS-HESS MURDER TRIAL. Ayers Found Guilty of Involuniary Manslaughter Some of The Evidence on Which Ayers Was Convicted. Last week, as before noted in these columns, the Spahr murder trial came up in the circuit court. Ayers and Hess, who stand charged with the crime of murder, were placed on trial. The following main points of the trial were given by the Goshen Democrat. ench day in a summary as the trial progressed: TUESDAY. Twelve witnesses have thus far been examined in the Iless-Ayers murder trial. No sensational evidence has been offered, but George M. Shew, Walter VanDiepenbos, Jacob Blackport and George Sheffcr all testified that Ayers struck Spahr just before he fell into the storm shed. The theory of self-defense has been shattered because it has been proved that when Spahr received the fatal blow from Ayers he had his back to him and had before said “Enough.” Coroner Eisenbeiss testifies that the blow on Spahr’s jaw caused his death. From what evidence, has been introduced the crime is fastened on Ayers alone. Both of the defendants will probably take the witness stand. The attendance in the court-room has been very large, many ladies being present.

WEDNESDAY. The following embraces the story as told by an eye-witness under crossexamination, and will afford our readers about all the information necessary to have an insight into the killing of Spahr: Garrett Clason followed Mr. Stiver. Answering Mr. Sims, Clason said that he saw George Ayers strike Spahr on the right angle of the jaw. He then showed the jury_the location by placing his hand on his jaw. In his cross-examination of the witness Mr. Dodge brought out that Spahr stepped up to the bar and called Ayers “A — fool.” He did not see him throw a beer glass or hear him call Ayers other names, but he did hear Spahr say he could lick Ayers. Mr. Dodge tried to have Clason admit that Ayers said he was a cripple and did not want to fight, but he would not do so. Ayers said: “You can’t lick me if I don’t want you to.” The fight then progressed. Mr. Dodge endeavored to prove that Spahr pushed Ayers over near the ice chest. The witness would not say so and declared he did not see him. Clason was sure he did not see Spahr take Ayers by the throat. Mr. Dodge wanted to prove that Ayers said: “I don’t want any trouble,” as the fight commenced, but could not do it. Clason swore that after Ayers pulled off his coat he jumped on, Spahr, getting him down. Jimmy Hess pulled Spahr off and struck him several times. Spahr yelled: “Enough.” Witness did not interfere. Spahr managed to get up, moved around the billiard table and started west to the rear door. Clason described his movements accurately under the cross-fire of. Mr. Dodge, whose aim seemed to be to get him excited. At this time Mr. Turner interfered and there was a jangle between the attorneys. As Spahr moved to the rear door yelling: "Enough; I will set it up,” Ayers followed, striking him all the time. The witness thought Spahr was sober. When Ayers struck Spahr the last time Spahr’s back was toward him. The blow struck Spahr in the neck and Spahr fell into the storm shed. Clason did not know positively where Shew, the traveling man, was during the fight or when the final blow was struck. When asked if he was not mistaken when he said that Spahr fell in the storm shed Clason said no. Mr. Dodge exerted himself to confuse Clason on Spahr’s movements about the billiard tables, but failed. He then tried to show that there is considerable of a drop from the saloon doer into the storm shed, evidently to make it appear that-Spahr broke his neck in, falling. When asked about the construction of the storm shed, especially as to the scantling, the witness said he did not know. He did Dot seem to be familiar with the shed and did not remember how often Be had been in it. The witness was quite close to Ayers and Spahr when the quarrel commenced. Clason said Spahr started the quarrel. He thought him sober. He called no names other than a fool. On direct

examination Clason testified that Spahr bet 81.50 he could lick Ayers and (hen laid his watch on the bar. Mr. Dodge then produced Clason’s testimony at the coroner's inquest wherein he said that after Ayers said: “I would not call you that (in answer to Spahr’s calling him a crippled fool) I would call you a gentleman,” Spahr shoved his (Ist into Ayers’ face. The witness would not say he swore to it. lie- said Spahr was about twice as long as Jimmy Hess. He did not know as to the length of Ayers’ arms. Clason was 21 years old March 24tb, last. Like VanDiepenbos, he is very bright. For over an hour he answered Mr. Dodge in a clear way, and never became excited in the least. The case went to the jury at 5:25 on Thursday evening and the jury agreed on a verdict at 9:40. The Democrat of Friday says: “After being out for four hours and fifteen minutes the jury in the IlessAyers case returned a sealed verdict last night which, when read in opco court at 9 o’clock this morning, found George Ayers guilty of involuntary manslaughter and his age as 30 years, and James Hess was acquitted on the charge. The verdict caused little or no surprise. From the first it was apparent that the jury could do nothing other than find Ayers guilty, as the state presented a very strong case, while the defense was lamentably weak, particularly so on account of the condition of the principal witnesses when they testified. “Immediately following the reading of the verdict, Mr. Dodge for the defense went through the formality of moving an arrest of judgment. It will be argued Monday. Underthelaw, Ayers being 30 years of age and convicted of the crime of manslaughter, he must, go to the Michigan City penitentiary for a term of from two to twenty-one years.

The Mikado Opera. The Mikado Opera company of local talent is progressing nicely under the direction of l’rof. Herbert. The principal characters, in dialogue and song, will surprise the cxpectatious of the most sanguine. It means several weeks of hard work which these local singers and musicians are devoting to fraternity with a willingness indescribable. The date will soon be announced and theadvertising matter put out, giving lovers of high-class amusement an opportunity to learn further particulars. The News is free to say that this is to be the greatest home entertainment in the musical line ever put on here, and this is saying a great deal. Hon. J. W. Bailey, of Texas. Hon. J. W. Bailey, of Texas, one of the most distinguished orators in the Democratic party, and who was the minority leader in the house of representatives, will address the voters of Elkhart county at Goshen, to-morrow, Thursday, Oct. 25th, at 1:30 p. m. Mr. Bailey’s reputation as a speaker extends all over the United States. In Washington he is among the foremost Democrats and be has fought many battles in congress. His oratorical powers are undisputed. Everybody is anxious to hear Bailey on the issues of the campaign, and from all indications the Democracy will pour into Goshen. Officers of Foreign Missionary Society. At the Goshen district meeting of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society, held at Kendallville last Wednesday, the following officers were elected: Mrs. S. J. Mellinger, Corunna, president; Mrs. B. A. Kemp, Elkhart, Mrs. Mather, Middlebury, and Mrs. Zook, Nappanee, vice-presi-dents; Mrs. D. 11. Knisely, Butler, recording secretary; Mrs. A. S. Frink, Elkhart, corresponding secretary;Mrs. W. S. Williams, Kendallville, treasurer; Mrs. Mary Gahring, Lagrange, superintendent children’s work; Miss Mabel Hawks, Goshen, superintendent young woman’s work, Mrs. A. S. Frink was elected delegate to the branch meeting to be held at Flint, Mich., with Mrs. Mellinger chosen as alternate. Red Hot From The Cun Was the ball that hit Mr. G. B. Steadman, of Newark, Mich., in the civil war. It caused horrible Ulcers that no treatment helped for 20 years. Then Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured him. Cures Cuts. Bruises, Burns, Boils, Felons, Corns, Skin Eruptions. Best Pile cure on earth. 25 cents a box. Cure guaranteed. Sold by J. S. Walters. druggist.

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