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I have a snapshot of Vera SWANSON, taken while she was standing on the front porch of the Albert Sargent home near Crisman (now Portage). It was taken between 1915 & 1920. I would like to see this photo go to Vera's family/descendants.
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Dick,
My gg-grandparents were Robert Butler KERSEY of Wheeler Station and Martha Mariah "Mattie" TEETER of LaPorte. They met while attending college there in the early 1860's and left for Kansas in 1868 so probably didn't know your grandfather. Bob and Mattie were married July 4, 1864 while he was a paroled prisoner of war after the 73rd Indiana Infantry (among others) surrendered to Nathan Bedford Forrest at Rome, Georgia.
I used to have the e-mail address for the alumni department at Valpo but I don't have it any more. I think I found it on the Valparaiso U. web site. They didn't have much for records from the 1860's but were very helpful.
As long as I'm posting I may as well put this up here in case anyone out there has connections. Mattie TEETER was orphaned at the age of 13 (1855) and I've been unable to find out who took her in after that. I believe it was an aunt and uncle but I don't know their names or where they lived. I also haven't had much luck on my GEORGE and DEAN lines. The Georges and Kerseys came to Indiana from North Carolina. The Deans and Peabodys came from New York/Connecticut.
Robert Butler Kersey's parents:
Eli KERSEY, son of William Kersey and Rachael HIATT
Sarah GEORGE, daughter of Emsley GEORGE and ?????? (Rumor has it that insanity, or what passed for insanity back then, ran in the George line.)
Martha Mariah Teeter's parents:
Jacob TEETER, son of John TEETER and Anna Marie DROM
Lucy DEAN, daughter of Benajah DEAN and Anna PEABODY (Lucy had been married previously to Charles CLARK.)
Jane
----- Original Message -----
From: "Richard C. Witters" <rwitters(a)bitstorm.net>
To: "Jane" <jane(a)merr.com>
Sent: Saturday, September 14, 2002 2:53 AM
Subject: Re: [INPORTER-L] Northern Indiana Normal School
> Good morning Jane,
> Thank you for the information on Valpo U. I now have the address and have
> written them for additional about their students of the late 1800's. My
> grandfather, Charles Wark was one of them. He and your gg- grandfather and
> gg-grandmother probably knew each other. Do you have the year book for that
> year? Charles attended 1887-1895 or so. What was your gg grandparents
> names?
>
> Again, thank you.
> Dick
> DeBary, Florida
Valparaiso U was formerly Valparaiso Male and Female College. My gg-grandmother and gg-grandfather both attended.
----- Original Message -----
From: "KENNETH CURTIS" <bkcurtis(a)prodigy.net>
To: <INPORTER-L(a)rootsweb.com>
Sent: Friday, September 13, 2002 5:46 PM
Subject: Re: [INPORTER-L] Northern Indiana Normal School
> I believe it is now Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN.
>
>
> ==== INPORTER Mailing List ====
> Porter County Webpage
> http://www.ingenweb.org/porter/index.htm
>
Will someone please fill me in on the Northern Indiana Normal School. Does it exist today? Was it what we now call high school? Does anyone have a 1883-84-85-86 & 87 School book? Not asking for much am I?
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you and have a great week-end.
Dick
DeBary, Florida
Chesterton Tribune - November 14, 1885 cont
In and About Chesterton cont
S. A. Harper represents the Queen Insurance Co. of Liverpool, one of the
best in the world. Rates reasonable.
Henry Benson went to Chicago Tuesday. Mr. B. contemplates moving his
family to that city in the near future.
Miss Phebe Jones, of Hammond, Mich., is visiting relatives in the
country. She was in Chesterton over Sunday.
Chas. Beck, an employee of T. A. Grady, severely sprained his ankle last
week. His place is filled by Phil Carlson.
There is a new son and heir at Smith Wixon's' house. He made his first
appearance on this mundane sphere last Tuesday.
Bryant, the Laporte photographer, takes photographs of the baby in the
twinkling of an eye. When in Laporte call at his gallery.
We learn that Messrs. Lahayn and Sovereign have dissolved partnership.
Mr. Sovereign has left town and will now paints alone.
Born, on Monday, Nov. 9, to Mr. Mr. and Mrs. N. Demass, a boy. Weight
ten pounds. Mother and child are doing extremely well.
For accuracy of likeness, fine finish, and general tone, Weller's Photos
are unsurpassed. Give him a call. 2 doors south of P. O. Laporte, Ind.
Wedding invitations, printer either in type of lithographed, can be
obtained at this office at reasonable rates. There is no need of going
elsewhere.
We are in receipt of a copy of the catalogue of the Mishawaka
Enterprise. It is neatly printed, and reflects credit on the facilities
of the Enterprise.
James M. Pugh will soon return to his home in Barton, Kansas. He has
been here for some time settling up the estate of his son, James. E.,
deceased.
For Sale - Six acres of improved land, with house and barn, located one
mile and a half north of Old Porter. Apply to our address.
Swan Aleck Nelson
S. A. Harper will insure you against loss by fire or lightning.
Quite a number of Chesterton people were in Valparaiso this week
attending Court. The principal case was that of settling up the Adolph
Gustafson estate.
H. Hageman sold to Chas. G. Green, lot 14, block 11, Hageman for $75.
Andrew Gustafson sold to Andrew E. Newberg 10 acres in Westchester
township for $300.
Mary, the daughter of Mr. G. W. Beck, is quite sick with symptoms of
Dyptheria, and is at present one mile south of Valparaiso. Her mother
went to see her last Sunday.
There will be services in the Swedish M. E. church of Chesterton tonight
(Thursday) at 7:30. Preaching by Rev. H Nelson, minister of the Baptist
church of Laporte. All are cordially invited to attend.
John Anderson, employed on the section on the Lake Shore road was
injured by a rail falling on his foot last Monday. He is a recent
arrival from Sweden, and the accident was caused by his misunderstanding
the order given by the boss. His injuries are very severe.
A glance at the number of applications for licenses, in another column,
ought to convince the reader that Chesterton is big enough to
incorporate. Yes. The village is big enough, old enough, and ought to
know enough to discard its baby clothes and become a town.
Mrs. Lindstorm received a letter last Monday from her husband Charles,
which states that he is resting very easy, and experiences some
sensation in his hand. His physicians express a belief that the
operation is entirely successful, and that he will recover the full use
of his arm.
Jake Thoeson, of Burdick, is the boss turnip-raiser of this section.
The other day he distributed among his friends, some mammoth turnips,
indeed so large that his friends want to confer the title of "Turnip
Jake" upon him. It should be done by all means.
A few days ago a Tribune reporter, while on his rounds for news met Mr.
T. A. Grady, and the result was that the Tribune is happy to announce to
the public, that Mr. Grady is a candidate for the office of Trustee of
Westchester and gives the following reasons: Last year he voted for
Cleveland, because he could not submit to the leadership of the
republican party in Westchester township. Now, however, that the
leadership of the party promises to be changed to other and better
hands, he proposes to put in his best licks for the principles of the
grand old party which met defeat because they were dragged down by
unprincipled men. If Mr. Grady assumes the management of the affairs of
his party, he will not turn his meat market into a saloon. He wants
that understood before the campaign opens.
Chesterton Markets
Wheat per bushel 87 cts.
Oats " " 21 cts.
Potatoes, Peach Blows 35 cts.
Turnips 25 cts.
Butter per pound 10 to 14 cts.
Lard 7 to 10 cts.
Eggs, per doz 16 cts.
Hay, Timothy, per ton $8.00
Hay, Marsh 5.00
Low Prices, Look At Them
Fine-cut tobacco, 30 cts.
Dried beef sliced, 15 cts.
Pure cider vinegar, 15 cts. per gallon
Can punkins, 8 cts.
Can peas, 8 cts.
Magic yeast cakes, 5 cts. per box.
Other goods as cheap, too numberous to mention. At Wm. Brucker's
Winter is Coming
But who need regret it, when one can go to Swanson & Sons and get
elegent winter clothes for a song. Provided with a neat warm overcoat,
a warm suit of flannels, a pair of gloves, and a fur cap, anyone can go
through the coldest weather with comfort. And. By the way, the Ladies
and children are not forgotten. Cloaks in immense variety, low price,
and a fit guaranteed. Come and see us. We are sure we can make you
happy.
Swanson & Son
Dentisty
Dr. McComber will be at Chesterton on the first Wednesday, Thursday, and
Friday of each month. Office at the residence of Rev. Z. Lambert,
opposite the brick Lutheran church. Call early.
At a bargain, my house, lot and blacksmith shop. Here is a splendid
change for the right man. Address or call on John Stemper, Chesterton,
Ind.
SCHOOL ITEMS.
There is a murmuring of a free concert in the near future. It is to be
given, in the evening, so that parents who cannot attend our Friday
afternoon exercises can be present.
The seats in the primary and intermediate rooms have been taken up and
set further from the wall, as they formerly were, as they hindered the
marching.
The members of the A grammar class are to have essays the coming Friday.
Beautiful composition books were distributed among them last week, and
subjects were given. Those of the B classes also were given books.
They are at present writing stories.
It is now the permanent rule that every pupil who is tardy must bring a
written excuse from parent or guardian.
Chesterton Tribune, November 15, 1885
In and About Chesterton
Green & Harpers Saturday
Sale Saturday at Green & Harpers
Big Sale Saturday, Nov. 14 at Green & Harpers
Insure with S. A. Harper
Get Swan Nilson to do your painting.
Subscribe for The Tribune. Get your friends to subscribe.
Cant you add one name to The Tribune subscription list?
Copies of The Tribune on sale at M. A. Salisbury & Co. every week.
Miss Nellie Corson is now in Michigan City, employed in a photograph
gallery.
Dressed pork sold on the street Monday for $3.75 per hundred. Cheap
enough.
P. A. Muldoon was last Monday called to the bedside of his brother who
is very ill in Chicago.
S. A. Harper is writing up a large number of insurance policies. His
companies are reliable.
Bring your job work to this office. First-class facilities for doing
good work. Prices reasonable.
Dont forget that on Saturday next there will be a great slaughter of
prices at Green & Harpers. Come early, as it will only last one day.
When you want elegant photographs taken, be sure to visit Bryants
photograph gallery, of Laporte.
Irwin Beck, formerly a typo of the Tribune office, is now in the employ
of A. L. Harper, the hardware man.
Justice Blanks, Deeds, Mortgages, Notes, etc., for sale at this office.
Orders by mail promptly attended to.
Cheap Ocean Tickets.
Swanson & Son are agents for the Thingvalla lines and sell excursion
tickets from Chicago to Sweden and return for $52. Tickets are good
until Jan. 1. 1887. Come and see us.
D. McHenry is making numerous valuable improvements on his residence.
When completed, it will be a handsome dwelling.
Max Fleming, a traveling salesman for a Chicago house spent Tuesday with
his brother Hilmer Fleming, of Porter Station.
Nilson Barnard, one of the ditch commissioners was in town Monday. His
business was to look after the ditch running from Mud lake into Coffee
Creek.
Mr. D. Lindall, the stove inventor, went to Chicago Tuesday. He is
pushing his invention to the front, and will doubtless succeed in
establishing a factory before long.
Vidette The commissioners in session yesterday settled with the
architect and contractors of the new court house. Everything now about
the building is settled for. The clock is not yet here and of course is
not paid for.
The Blaes dramatic company, which was organized in South Bend recently
and tried it on a dog by giving their first entertainment in
Mishawaka, has disbanded after three weeks of sorrowful experience. The
manager dropped about $300 in the experiment. Mishawaka Enterprise.
Mr. Blaes, mentioned in the above was a former resident of this place.
An exchange says: The latest craze for fixing the hair of ladies is
called the Mikado style. It consists in brushing the hair straight up
high in both front and back, and forming it into a coil at the crown of
the head. It plainly shows the forehead, and is the means of
beautifying many of the young ladies. Ancient maidens will reluctantly
adopt this style of hair-dressing as it may be the means of telling
their ages by the wrinkles on their forehead.
We acknowledge ourselves under obligations to Mr. C. F. Blank, the
gentlemanly merchant at Millers. Mr. B. has one of the neatest places of
business that one may see in many days travel through country towns. He
keeps a large of Dry goods, boots, shoes, groceries, hardware, jewelry,
and in fact everything wanted by a family. One will be surprised to
enter his store, for after crossing the door way, the change is one from
country right into city life. So systematic are his methods and
courteous his treatment, that once can hardly realize where he is. The
change is more noticeable to one who has never been in the general run
of country stores. But perhaps we offend Mr. Blank, by calling his town
a country village. If so we beg pardon.
Green & Harper, keeps the finest perfumes in town. Try them.
Famous Jack Frost Flour may be found on sale at Wm. H. Diddles.
Big sale Saturday next at Green & Harpers, good sold below cost.
Call and have S. A. Harper write you a police in the Queen Insurance Co.
License to marry was granted to John Blomberg and Christina Carlson.
Jno. and Con Moynehan, of Chicago, spent last Sunday with relatives
here.
Oscar Peterson, a prominent farmer of Westchester, spent last week in
Chicago.
If you want a nice clothes-bar, call on W. H. Graham. Factory on north
side.
Get your photographs at Wellers Art Studio, two doors south of post
office, Laporte.
Chas. Sundene, north-east of town, is the proud father of a new son,
born last Monday.
Try a sack of the Jack Frost Flour. It is the best in the market. Wm.
H. Diddie keeps it.
For Sale 80 acres of land located about 2 ½ miles southwest of
Chesterton. Apply to James Moroney.
Wild ducks for sale in unlimited numbers. Said ducks are on the Calumet
marsh. Apply at this office.
The Imperial Skating Rink will be open on Tuesday and Saturday evenings
of each week until further notice.
Chesterton Tribune, November 19, 1885 cont
In and About Chesterton, cont
The entertainment given by the Spencer family at the rink last Saturday
night was not largely attended. The performance was passable. After
the entertainment a dance followed.
Mr. Lindall has engaged the services of a Chicago expert to build him a
stove finished in elegant style, after the principals of his invention.
It will be entirely different from the one made here.
On Nov. 15th, Friends of Mrs. George Turner, deceased, placed upon her
grave a handsome wreath of flowers. Just five years previous to that
date was her wedding day. The sorrowing husband spent the day at her
grave.
The Masonic Lodge, of Chesterton will give a ball on Christmas night at
at Maroney's Hall. The committed of arrangements are doing everything
possible to make the affair one of enjoyment and profit. All are
invited to attend.
Liverman Williams is now at work improving his barn. He is putting a
brick basement under it, to be used for stabling his horses. The main
floor will be given up for buggy room. When completed, he may add to
the number of his rigs.
Why don't some enterprising citizen build an ice house, with a view of
supplying the people of Chesterton with ice next summer. He would have
the patronage of nearly all of the saloons and groceries, besides
numerous private families. We believe it would pay.
Rumor has it that a certain old bachelor will become a benedict soon.
He is well known, but for fear of frightening him out of his intention
we will refrain from mentioning any names. He will however also become
a business man of this town next month. Now who is he?
Mr. Carlson, the insane man from Hageman, who was taken to the County
house, and from there removed to the Indianapolis Insane Asylum, died
last week. The widow being unable to bear the expenses of having the
remains brought home for burial, he was buried at Indianapolis.
Mr. Jos. Morgan brought to this office three full-grown cabbage heads,
all grown from one stock. The main cabbage stock is of ordinary size
and just where one head should be, three other stocks shoot out, each
bearing a head of cabbage. The heads are remarkably large and sound and
are quite a curiosity.
Chesterton resembles Constantinople in at least one respect, and that
is, in regard to dogs. Of all the scrawny, many curs, Chesterton's
collections is not equally out side of Constantinople. The other
morning two big curs were in the editor's chicken coop, and succeeded in
killing two fine hens before being frightened away. These brutes also
killed a find lot sheep for Martin Young some time ago. Who owns these
dogs, or what they keep them for, is a mystery we cannot solve. But
there is one thing settled upon now. Some of these dogs will become
good, peaceable dogs, we've got a shot gun one barrel loaded for dogs,
and the other for the owner, should he kick, when he sees his cur laid
out. The hogs were (rest of column not copied on microfilm)
Wanted - a girl to work in private family. Apply at Tribune office.
Adolph Gustafson has sold to Laura V. Gustafson 1-3d of a lot in
Chesterton.
This office is indebted to the Halley Bros., now of Monroe, Mich. For a
box of fine white fish. Thanks.
The organ factory now works until 9 o'clock p.m. The factory is
overcrowded with orders, and they are turning out instruments pretty
lively now.
Mr. Gaylord, of Crisman, was in town making purchases last Monday. Mr.
Gaylord is the agent and operator at the crossing of the B. & O. below
Crisman.
Chas. Slont's section gang was laid off last Tuesday. Two men on Chas.
Kettle's gang will also quit work this week. Mr. Slont will return to
Englewood shortly.
A woman's relief corps is being organized under the auspices of the G.
A. R. post and subordinate to a state and national order that has been
in successful existence for some time.
The tower clock for the new Court House at Valparaiso is being placed in
position. It is a Howard clock and weighs 1,530 pounds. Mr. W. H. Vail
the Valparaiso jeweler, who was awarded the contract, is superintending
the work of putting it up.
AGENTS WANTED
Persons out of employment or those who are making less than $25.00 per
week, will find it to their interest to write to me. I desire a good,
active agent in every township of the state to sell the beautiful
photolithographic engraving of Cleveland, Hendricks and Cabinet: size
20x30 inches.
This picture is a genuine work of art, and sells at sight to every
democrat at least. The business is light, and not require an
experienced agent to make it a success, as the engraving sells itself.
This is a fine opportunity to make money. Sample copy sent securely
packed in cartoon, and terms to agents, for 50 cents.
Address, FRANK DRAKE, State Agt
15 Fletcher & Sharpe Block
Indianapolis, Ind
(Typist Note:
Following this item, are 6 applications for License. This seems to be a
license to sell liquor. The actual articles are way to light to read or
type. The applicants are: C. A. Anderson, Oct 29, 1885 of Chesterton:
Louis Miller, October 22, 1885 of Chesterton; Theodore Goetzelman, Oct.
22, 1885, of Hageman; John Czizek, Oct.22, 1885 of Hageman, August
German, Oct 22, 1885, of Chesterton, and Charles Lager, October 26, 1885
of Chesterton.)
Court Notes:
The following business was transacted since our last report:
Geo. W. Adams vs. Jane Adams is the title of a new suit filed, asking
for partition of property.
Brainard Taft vs. Wm. Stoddard is a suit on account brought by appeal
from justice court.
The case of Joseph Leonard vs. Don A. Salyer et al. was dismissed at
cost of defendants.
John Dillion vs. John Carver - judgment for $199.12.
John Nash vs. John Carver - dismissed.
John Coaker vs. Augustus Sheets - dcontinued at cost of defendant.
Franklin M. Howard vs. Alfred Hilgreen et al. - plaintiff dismisses -
judgment quieting title.
Rev. M. O'Reilly filed final settlement report as administrator of the
estate of Ellen Cosgrove, deceased, which was approved.
In the matter of the estate of Michael O'Conner, John Howe, executor,
was called upon for a final report at the next term of court.
Jane Thomas vs. Chas Slont - the court appointed as commissioners for
partition of real estate John T. Taylor, John C. Coulter and Frank
Brown.
Samuel C. Skinner et al. vs. Henry C. Detman et al - continued at cost
of plaintiffs.
Cornelius Goodenow et al. vs. Frank H. Morrieal - plaintiff dismissed.
White & Bell vs. Frank Shobioski - foreclosure of mechanic's lien.
In the case of Sarah Marks vs. Morgan Crosby judgment was rendered on
the jury's verdict, decreeing in addition to allowance of $10 damage
that defendant must within 60 days remove the dam and thereby obviate
further injury. An appeal was taken to the Supreme court.
John Stokes having resigned, T. G. Lytle was appointed administrator of
the estate of Martin Fogarty, deceased and an order of the court was
entered for sale of property to pay debts.
Emma Williams vs. Porter school tp. Dismissed.
In the case of officers Wells, Porter and Letterman against the court
house contractor and the county commissioners, Judge Field being a party
interested because his name was to go upon the hall tablet, declined to
serve and by agreement Albertus C. Capron, of Plymouth was appointed to
hear the case, which will probably come up next term.
Laura V. Gustafson, guardian vs. Mr. W. Gray et al, foreclosure.
I see on other list I belong to that someone list a surname of births for a
year. Does anyone have access to births for SKINNER in 1934?
I have narrowed it down for the boy I am looking for now that I have a copy
of the marriage. They married in DEC of 1933 and divorced in 1934. The woman
was already pregnant. So unless she had the son in Dec. 1933, which I doubt,
I am searching for a birth in 1934. Parents names are William and Jane
SKINNER.
Any help here?
God Bless
Pam
God Bless
Pam
Chesterton Tribune, November 19, 1885
In and About Chesterton
Insure with S. A. Harper.
Get Swan Nilson to do your painting.
News for advertisers. Christmas is coming.
Now is the time to plant your holiday advertisements.
Subscribe for the Tribune. Get your friends to subscribe.
Can't you add one name to The Tribune subscription list?
Copies of The Tribune on sale at M. A. Salisbury & Co. every week.
Michigan City Dispatch: A. E. Green, a Chesterton merchant, was here
yesterday.
Mrs. Jennie Wentworth, of Galva, Ills., is visiting her parents, Mr. and
Mrs. Henry Hageman.
Gurd Hopkins moved his good to the Kouts Station last Tuesday. He will
make that place his home.
Bring your job work to this office. First-class facilities for doing
good work. Prices reasonable.
Adam Ebert, the Hammond cigar men, was in town last Tuesday, supplying
the trade with cigars.
When you want elegant photographs taken, be sure to visit Bryant's
photograph gallery, of Laporte.
Justice Blanks, Deeds, Mortgates, Notes, etc., for sale at this office.
Orders by mail promptly attended to.
CHEAP OCEAN TICKETS
Swanson & Son are agents for the Thingvalla lines and sell excursion
tickets from Chicago to Sweden and return for $52. Tickets are good
until Jan. 1, 1887. Come and see us.
A. P. Strom, living three miles east of Chesterton will sell his
personal property at Public Sale on Friday, Nov. 27th.
Mr. D. J. Moran with a friend spent Monday in Chesterton. Mr. Moran is a
prominent young business man of Valparaiso and a very pleasant
gentleman.
Mr. H. Benson, of Chesterton, advertises the sale of his personal
property to take place on Nov. 28th. Mr. B. has bought a large hotel in
Chicago and will leave to take charge of it on December lst.
Mr. W. H. Johnston, returned last Friday from Dakota, where he has been
prospecting for the past three months. It is his intention to return
shortly to that sate, and locate permanently. He speaks very highly of
the country.
There was a grand family reunion at the residence of Henry Hageman on
Sunday, November 15th. All the children and grand-children were
assembled under the paternal roof, and partook of a bountiful repast
prepared by Grandpa and Grandma Hageman. The occasion was a very
enjoyable one.
Col. Beckwith, the genial Chicago salesman was in town Saturday,
shedding dinner smiles as big and as bright as sunbeams. While here he
made arrangements with Hylander Bros. to sell the famous "Monkey-Wrench"
chewing tobacco. This brand is very fine. The Col. is a whole team.
Richardson's History of Gen. Grant is a very fine work. The author goes
back among Grant's ancestors, and proves them to be English instead of
Scotch descent. From the cradle to the grave, the life of the famous
hero is vividly described. Mr. S. S. Norris is the agent for this work
in this section.
A boy about 11 years old, well dressed and giving his name as Stevens,
from Valparaiso, was around town Tuesday. He said, on being questioned,
that he ran away from school, and seeing a chance to ride, came here.
Towards evening he wanted to go home, but teams all went the wrong
direction. Finally about 6 o'clock in the evening he started on foot for
home. If ever a boy was punished for running away from school, that boy
was. Before he reached home, it is very safe to believe that he vowed
several times to stay at home henceforth.
The post office department has issued a modified circular of
instructions to postmasters concerning the special delivery service.
The circular includes postal cards and sealed packages in the matter
entitled to special delivery if properly stamped. Postmasters are also
directed to place a notice upon the face of registered packages
containing special delivery letters, informing the postmasters at points
of delivery of the nature of their contents so that such (end of column
cut off in original microfilming of paper).
Gust German was in the Garden City Tuesday.
J. F. Moroney went Tuesday to Laporte on business.
Mrs. S. A. Harper is visiting friends in Chicago this week.
Home talent will furnish music for the Masonic dance Christmas night.
Hersa A. Ligstrom sold to C. L. Sherwood a lot in Chesterton for $700.
Chew the Monkey Wrench tobacco. Best in market. Hylander Bros. sell
it.
The great Hammering down of prices still continues at Green & Haper's.
Mrs. Martin Young went to Valparaiso last Wednesday on a shopping tour.
The sale of Goods at cost at Green and Harper's will be renewed on
Saturday Nov. 21st.
Wm. Chetham offers his house, barn and two acres of land at the Porter
Brick yards for sale cheap.
H. Benson has very fine household goods. It will pay you to attend the
Sale on Saturday, Nov. 28.
If you want to subscribe for any newspaper or periodical published in
America, do so at the Tribune office.
The Lake Shore pay car passed through here last Tuesday, and left the
railroad boys their usual allowance.
Taylor Bros. are selling that famous 5 cent cigar, "The Cabbage Leaf."
This cigar is pronounced unequalled. Try it.
Fred Linderman and Henry Friday prominent farmers of this vicinity, went
Tuesday to Chicago to visit the Fat stock show.
Johanna Johnson transferred the title of a tract of land in Westchester
township to Frank Johnson, the consideration being $1,000.
For accuracy of likeness, fine finish and general tone, Weller's Photos
are unsurpassed. Give him a call. 2 doors south of P. O., Laporte,
Ind.
FOR SALE - Six acres of improved land with house and barn, located one
mile and a half north of Old Porter. Apply to or address
Swan Aleck Nelson
B. C. Smith writes from Manhattan, Kansas that he is doing well, has a
good position and wants the Tribune sent to his address. He shall have
it.
Great sale of notions and school books, Saturday, Nov. 21st. These
goods to be sold at and below cost to make room for our large stock of
holiday goods now on the road.
Chas. Pillman has just completed a neat dwelling for himself on the old
Pillman homestead. He had it insured in the Queen Insurance Co. S. A.
Harper, agent.
The marriage of Mr. James McGillicuddy, of the Valpariaso Marble Works,
to Miss Maggie Drew is announced. The ceremony will be performed two
weeks hence.
It is generally understood that the final result of the telephone
litigation will be that the companies will make up their minds to comply
with the law like common people.
Chesterton Tribune, July 2, 1885
Go to McLellans, at Valparaiso, for photographs. He is the best in
town.
Chesterton celebrates, join the crowds and go to Morgan's grove to spend
the day.
For Rent - The front room over Eagle Drug store. Apply at Tribune
office.
Go to Diddle's and get yourself a straw hat. He has a big variety to
choose from.
Fire crackers and all paraphernalia for celebrating the Fourth at Jno.
Johnson's. Give him a call.
During the month of July, after next Sunday, there will be no services
in the Catholic church at this place, as the pastor will take a
vacation.
Paper-hanging, calcimining, frescoing, and inside house painting
promptly done by Swan Nilson.
A full-line of staple and fancy groceries, boots and shoes and notions
at Jno. Johnson's in Bergstrom's building.
Justice Blanks, Deeds, Mortgages, Notes, etc., for sale at this office.
Orders by mail promptly attended to.
The two daughters of Jno. Lonn, of Laporte, are visiting Miss Willa
Bergstrom, of this place.
Picnic in Morgan's grove, July 4th. Dinner, speaking dancing and other
amusements for all.
Mr. Leeds, a nephew of Mrs. Thos. Blackwell, lately arrived from
England, and will work in Mr. Blackwell's mill.
Swan Nilson's paint shop is in the building known as the Murphy cooper
shop. Carriage painting done in first class style.
Go to Jno. Morgan's grove on the Fourth and hear the oration by Col.
Walker. Dancing after the speeches. Fun for all.
The premium list for the Porter County Fair is almost ready for
distribution. The book is larger this year than last.
Mr. Jno. Bergstrom has put on a neat front to his brick building on
Michigan street. The room will be occupied by Mrs. M. A. Johnson the
milliner.
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Johnson, of Chicago, were the guests of Mrs. Gust
Johnson last Sunday.
Mrs. M. A. Johnson went to Chicago Monday for more millinery goods. The
demands for the Fourth are very heavy in her line.
An Elegant supper will be spread for the benefit of the dances on the
night of July 4th at Johnston's Hotel. Ice cream and other luxuries of
the season on the bill of fare.
Swanson & Son, the tailors, have a nice stock of clothing and Gent's
Furnishing Goods which they sell cheap. Should you want anything in
their line, give them a call.
Messrs. Pillman & Eggert will give a ball at the Grand Circle Rink at
Hageman on July 4th in the afternoon and evening. Skating in the
forenoon. All invited to attend.
Cream, cream, Ice cold cream,
For a
dish of that I cream I scream.
Lemonade
too, I (s) cold for a glass,
And get
it when Johnson's Hotel I pass.
Not selfish am I, for with my
lassie,
So pert, bright, pretty and
sassy.
We all stop in and leave our tin
For refreshments at Mrs.
Johnson's.
Mr. Geo. Longshore, and son, John, were in Chesterton Monday. They are
prominent contractors of Valparaiso, and come to put in bids for the
work on George Brown's new house.
Don't make arrangements to leave town on the Fourth, but stay and hear
the oration by Col. H. H. Walker, at Morgan's grove. Dancing and other
amusements for the young folks and a good time for all.
Are you a smoker? Do you want a good cigar? If so, try one of those 5
cent Caboose brand, just received by Dr. Green. They are pronounced by
competent judges as being the finest 5 cent cigar on the market.
If you want screens for your doors and windows, leave your order with
John Lindstrom. He will make you something wobby.
"Good Taste" the best 5 cent cigar in town. For every 25 cents worth of
these cigars purchased, the purchaser gets a ticket entitling him to a
chance to get a gift of FIVE DOLLARS in cash. For sale by Ed Way.
Mrs. M. A. Johnson has removed her milliner goods to the rooms formerly
occupied by Dr. Macomber in Bergstrom's brick building, and envits her
patrons to call. She has just returned from Chicago with a new stock of
the latest styles in summer hats and trimmings.
Michael Barry, has been honored with the appointment of aid-de-camp on
Governor Gray's staff. This is a good appointment, for there is perhaps
no democrat in the state more deserving of recognition than Mr. Barry.
Mr. George Brown, an old experienced miller of Valparaiso has bought the
Liberty Flouring mill, located about two miles south of town, of W. O.
Wheeler. Mr. Brown will continue the business of this mill and invites
the public to give his work a trial.
Married, at the residence of George Shaner, near Burdick, Wednesday,
July 1. Younger Shaner to Miss Libbie Seberger, of Otis, Rev. Young of
Westville, officiating.
Rev. A. Challman and Elder Lindahl attended the Swedish Lutheran Synod
at Rockford, Ills., last week. This meeting was largely attended and
full of interest to the Swedish people. The Tribune will publish a full
account of this meeting next week for the benefit of those interested.
James Cheney desires us to announce that on July 4th he will row out in
Lake Michigan one mile, jump out of his boat, abandon it, and swim to
shore, providing the wind is not blowing from the south. No life
preservers will be used; nothing but skill and sheer strength. P.S. He
will swim with his boots off.
Joseph Westphail, of Michigan City had a valuable sail boat stolen
Friday night, and Jim Wilmot lost two oars. The boat was seen passing
the fisheries north of town Saturday morning and on Sunday the thieves
were captured with their booty at South Chicago. Word had been
telegraphed to the police and when the sail came in sight the police
hailed them and took possession. The thieves were sent back to Michigan
City for trail. They were tramps.
The Indiana Telephone company which operates in surrounding cities, has
given notice to its subscribers that it will renew their leases for 3
months charging the legal rate of $3 for the use of the instrument.
Then as the law recently passed only fixes rental rates it will charge
for extra service etc., so as to bring the total cost up so the old
rates.
Messrs. D. Hughart and E. Beach, Valparaiso, were in Chesterton last
Monday in the interest of the Porter County Agricultural Fair
Association. These gentlemen are earnest workers, and were very
successful here. The fair grounds have been enlarged this year, about
40 acres being added, and it is confidently expected that the Fair this
fall will be a better one than ever before held in the county.
Dennis Kearney announces his intention to run for Governor of the State
of California next year, on the working man's ticket. The chief plank
of his platform will be the municipalities have the right to regulate
working-men's hours of labor. He says he will make a six month's
campaign, and adds it will be the most magnificent campaign ever
witnessed in California, and I will be elected, too."
W. B. Owen, the new proprietor of the steam brick and tile works, was in
town Friday and paid the boys their wages. We are glad to have Mr. Owen
among us again, he was formerly connected (or the founder) of the above
yard under the firm name of Harland & Owen and they sold out to
Hineheliff & Owen. Last year they sold out to Wm. E. Hinchliff & Co.,
and last week the sale was effected making the property over to W. B.
Owen again .- Hammond Tribune
Last Sunday a fellow named Lavine pitched on to a harmless, inoffensive
swede names Johnson, in front of Quick Bros.' store, and knocked him
down several times without any apparent cause. Nightwatchman Cassler,
with a few well-directed right-handers, soon convinced Mr. Lavine that
it is not well to fight on Sunday, and especially when he is around. We
understand that Johnson will prosecute Lavine for assault and battery.
It seems to bad that the creamery cannot be sustained. As custom is
falling off, Mr. Blackwell thinks the wisest policy would be to close it
up. We hope this will not be done. The price of butter and cheese must
soon advance now, and with the advance, perhaps, all concerned would
feel more encouraged. It has been a very bad summer for dairy business,
and especially hard on a creamery where the dairy business was only an
experiment. Of course Mr. Blackewll cannot be blamed, for surely he has
done his part and more too. After investing $6,000 in the business he
is (last line of copy missing).
Chesterton Tribune, October 15, 1885 cont
NOTICE
>From and after this date, all visitors will not be permitted to visit
the Hillstrom Organ Factory, except on business. We are obliged to make
this rule, for much as we like to have the public see our factory, the
hindrance to our business and danger to visitors from machinery, belts,
etc., makes such a rule necessary. Hoping the public will take notice
and not make it necessary to refuse any one.
We are
respectfully,
C. O. HILLSTROM & CO
________________________________________________________________________
___________________
Well, its about time that letter was getting here.
Why, whats' the matter. Aint the mail service quick enough for you?
Better have em sent by telegraph.
OH! I ain't kicking on anything reasonable, but when an important
missive addressed plainly Chesterton, Ind. goes galvanting around the
country and comes up at Chestertown, Maryland, and finally gets to its
right destination about thirty days after being mailed I say its time to
kick.
Yes, it's a fact, many packages intended to go to Chestertown, MD. Are
sent to this office, and vice versa. "MD" and "IND" written by the
average penman look alike, and when the county is not put on, a mistake
is almost sure to follow. If any of the Maryland Chestertownians find
their letters delayed they may be pretty sure they were sent out to
Indiana by mistake. To avoid errors it is always well to give the
county with the town and state.
Andrew Larson, Esq., head tuner the C.O.Hillstrom & Co. Organ factory,
is the inventor of an acromemter and an adjustable keyboard, organ
attachments of great value. By means of the aeromemter, the performer
may know at any time the exact pressure of air in the bellows; this
knowledge greatly assits in regulating the power of musical tones. The
adjustability of Mr. Larson's key-board, secures a compass of musical
tones, ordinarily belonging only to the piano. The inventions are
ingenious but very simple. In the opinion of the Tribune, Mr. Larson
has made a hit; we hope so - we like to see Chesterton's good citizens
prosper.
WM C COULTER,
Wishes to inform the public that he is prepared at all times to do
plastering work at all times. Parties wishing work done will please give
him a call.
WOODVILLE
Mr. and Mrs. A. H Freer have returned home Sunday after a week's visit
with his parents in Morgan Prairie.
There was a dance given at the residence of Frank Griswold last Friday
evening. All who attended had a good time.
Mr. and Mrs. John Daly, of Salt Creek visited the family of Thos.
Moroney last Sunday.
A special train consisting of railroad officers passed over the B. & O.
last Friday.
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Flynn went last Saturday to San Pierre, Stark Co.,
on a visit to her parents.
Birdie Osborn from South Chicago is on a visit with the family of John
C. Cole.
It looks as if we had pleasant weather there are so many folks visiting.
August Gondring, son of Squire Gondring, was recently injured quite
severely in Chicago by a cab. The company gave him $300 to settle the
damage without litigation. We learn that August is rapidly recovering.
Charley Williams left last Saturday to take a position as telegraph
operator in Minneapolis, Minn. He will become a permanent resident of
that city.
B. C. Smith leaves for Kansas City on the 17th inst. He will clerk in a
drug store. One by one the boys are going.
The county commissioners were in session Monday.
HAGEMAN
Charlie Green's new house will soon be ready for occupancy.
Miss Mary Olson returned from Englewood last week quite sick, but under
the treatment of Dr. Mills is improving.
On last Monday a large engine passed through our village on the M. C. R.
R. It was on trial and it is said to draw from 12 to 15 local coaches at
the rate of 50 miles an hour.
Hog cholera is prevailing to some extent among our farmers. Mr. Rhue
has a large drove of fat hogs which he expected to ship next month, but
at present a large number of them are sick. Mr. Weitzel is even worse
off, as he has lost about 30, of the same disease.
Last Tuesday was the last excursion to Chicago and quite a number of our
citizens availed themselves of the opportunity to visit the exposition.
The brick yard are continuing to run with a full set of hands and will
not shut down as long as favorable weather lasts. Sales are coming in
rapidly and the business is improving.
Messrs. Zorn and Leeds of Michigan City was in town Tuesday.
Chesterton Tribune, October 15, 1885 cont
In and About Chesterton, cont
Dr. Miller attended the Chicago Exposition last Monday.
Mr. D. Huggart, well known hereabouts, was in town last Saturday.
Mrs. Jno. Morgan spent last week in Chicago, returning home Monday
morning.
Get your photographs at Wellers Art Studio, two doors south of post
office, Laporte.
Smoke the Golden Russett Cigar, the best on the market. For sale by
Green & Harper.
For Sale 80 acres of land located about 2 ½ miles southwest of
Chesterton. Apply to James Moroney.
Show us one cheap John huckster, that ever did any thing for this town,
and we will present you with a chromo.
A common warble Now is the winter of my discontent. Ive played all
summer and havent got a cent.
The Imperial Skating Rink will be open on Tuesday and Saturday evenings
of each week until further notice.
Under the new state law 80 pounds of coal is a bushel, no matter where
it was mined or what kind.
The first Monday in November will be the last day in which to pay the
second installment of 1884 tax without penalty.
Mr. Chas. Jacobson, of Woodville, counts one more son among his family.
The little fellow was born last Sunday and weighed 12 pounds.
We are indebted to Mr. H. R. McDonald, of Furnessville for a basket of
very choice apples. H. R. never forgets the printer. Thanks.
Mrs. S. F. Baker, of Buchanan, Mich., arrived in Chesterton last
Saturday, and is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Haslet. She will return home
some time next week.
There is a splendid opening here for an attorney. There is but one in
town, and as there are always two sides to every case, another man is
needed. Let some live, enterprising young lawyer come here and locate.
Truman Beach, a pioneer of Porter County, died at the residence of his
son last Monday at 4 oclock p.m. in his 80th year. The funeral
occurred Tuesday at 2 oclock p.m. Mr. Beachs death is widely
regretted by hosts of friends.
The organ trade is booming. Orders from abroad are coming in thick and
fast, and the factory is over crowded with work. It is very probable
that the factory will be run night and day the greater part of this
winter.
John Walker recently went to Valparaiso to work on the new Catholic
church. For some reason best known to himself, John returned home very
soon after reaching the scene of action. Some say the building was to
high for him.
Live and let live. Drive out the leeches and suckers who are trying to
undermine legitimate business men. Anybody may for a time under-sell
honest men, when they buy goods on time and never pay for them. Stick
could sell cheap. Our farmers can tell you why. There are others who
can sell cheap, and mark us, you will find out the why before long.
Court is now in session. Among the cases called for this week are
Vincent Tratevas vs. Wm. Ben, a cutting scrape; John Johnson vs. Ida
Waugh, et al. assault; Munson vs. John Lawson, cutting scrape, which
took place last winter. John T. Taylor is also in law this session. We
learn that he has instituted suit against all of the Chesterton
saloon-keepers for selling liquor to minors, keeping open on Sunday and
for card playing. Johns ire has been raised to a fighting point
because the saloon-keepers, or at least some of them, sold liquor to his
son. The case of Mrs. G. Johnson vs. Henry Benson, for selling liquor
to her husband is also booked. In consequence nearly every man, woman
and child in town are suphoened to appear at court.
The lessons learned from such fellows as Stick and the Tailor, are
rather costly, but let us hope beneficial. New business men are, very
good in their place, but unless they have good plank to stand upon,
their place is at the bottom. It may be all right, but it dont look
like it, for a community to try and build up a place, an after getting
it in fair shape, have a lot of suckers rush in and gobble up the
benefits. We believe in protection. Protect the men who have stood the
test, let the others go. Banish the cheap John institutions, with the
shelf worn bankrupt stocks, and patronize legitmate merchants, you will
find it money in your pocket every time.
Vidette Yesterday, Sheriff Thomas heard an unusual noise in the jail
and began an investigation. After some search he found that a hole had
been drilled partially through the iron easing that covers the lock on
the inside of the cage which surrounds the cells. He then thoroughly
searched the prisoners and found on their persons 3 steel drills. How
they obtained the drills is a mystery. The hole drilled in the iron over
the lock had been filled with soap so as to avoid detection. Said the
horse thief from Kouts, an old inmate of the Michigan City prison when
discovered, I knew blamed well you would drop in on us before we were
done our work.
Doc. Foster well-known hereabouts and now employed in the stables of
Oscar Field in Chicago, was in town Tuesday, disposing of some
horse-flesh. Seeing Docs general countenance reminds us of old times,
when he lived on the sand knobs. Doc. was always a great talker, and in
his time hatched out some wonderful schemes. Once he figured out that
there was a coal mine on his farm on the knobs, so he started to sink a
shaft. A hole was sunk a few feet in the ground, and invitations sent
far and wide for capitalists to come and see the great coal mine. Of
course it was a big advertisement, and Fosters name and his sand knobs
became the general talk. Behind all his schemes, could always be found
a nigger in the fence, and this one proved no exception. He knew as
well as any one that coal was as scarce as gold, but he wanted to sell
out and go away. For some reason or another Doc failed to realize his
expectations, but finally sold out at a big discount.
Chesterton Tribune, October 15, 1885
Obituary
Died Oct. 4th. '85, in her 87th year, Charity Gossett while sitting at
the table eating her dinner. She was born in Ohio on February the 17th,
was married to Wm. Gossett in her 16th year by whom she had 8 children,
three of whom survive her, two boys and one girl. The lived in Union
county, Indiana till 1834, the last day of May they settled were Hageman
is now located, but next year moved to Salt Creek, where he built what
is called the Gossett Mills. Here Mr. Gossett died Feb. 11, 1489, here
was her home till her death, but she had been living with her grand
daughter, Maria Akerman, until a few weeks before her death, she went to
Salt Creek to visit and died at P. Riter's apparently in her usual
health.
Mrs. H. Hageman
(typist comment - the paper clearly states 1489 - maybe should be 1849?)
In and About Chesterton
Get Swan Nilson to do your painting.
Mr. Highwood is spending this week in Chicago.
Subscribe to the Tribune. Get your friends to subscribe.
Can't you add one name to The Tribune subscription list.
Dr. Miller attended the Chicago Exposition last Monday.
Mrs. T. Blackwell went to Chicago Tuesday on business for her husband.
Copies of The Tribune on sale at M. A. Salisbury & Co. every week.
Messrs Wood and Jones of Valparaiso, spent Saturday in town.
Miss Rose Murphy attended yesterday's wedding; Miss Addie Miles occupied
her place in school.
Bring your job work to this office. First-class facilities for doing
good work. Prices reasonable.
The increase in enrollment in the Chesterton school is 11, in the first
month of the term, over the first month of last year.
Bryant, the Laporte photographer takes photographs of the baby in the
twinkling of an eye. When in Laporte call at his gallery.
For accuracy of likeness, fine finish and general tone, Weller's Photos
are unsurpassed. Give him a call. 2 doors south of P. O., Laporte,
Ind.
Wedding invitations, printed either in type of lithographed, can be
obtained at this office at reasonable rates. There is no need of going
elsewhere.
The Tribune would like a correspondent to write "High School Items".
Will some young gentleman or lady attending school volunteer.
When you want elegant photographs taken, be sure to visit Bryant's
photograph gallery, of Laporte.
Justice Blanks, Deeds, Mortgages, Notes, etc., for sale at this office.
Orders by mail promptly attended to.
C. B. Diltz of Valparaiso, we understand, contemplates purchasing the D.
D. Marr drug store. C. B. is an experienced business man.
The Tribune would like a correspondent to write "High School Items."
Would some young gentleman or lady attending school volunteer.
A new song-book has been adopted in the public school. The book as the
words and music of twenty-three songs, all very excellent. Sixty copies
are in use.
Artists Messnger and Lahayne have painted an elegant picture of a fatted
steer on Butcher Grady's market. It is well executed and attracts much
attention.
CHEAP OCEAN TICKETS
Swanson & Son are agents for the Thingvalla lines and sell excursion
tickets from Chicago to Sweden and return for $52. Tickets are good
until Jan. 1. 1887. Come and see us.
There is talk of a drama to be presented by home talent. It will be for
the benefit of the public school. The date is not fixed upon, but will
be at about the time of the holidays.
C. A. Carlson was taken to the County house last Wednesday. For some
time he has had epileptic fits, and of late has become violently insane,
so much so that it requires four men to manage him. As his case is a
hopeless one, he can not be admitted to the Indianapolis Insane Asylum.
He has a wife and six children, in needy circumstances.
We would like to offer a suggestion to our citizens if it would not be
too far out of the way, and as we look at the subject right, it will be
a very good suggestion. Go to work and get better walks in the town and
let every merchant have a street light in front of his store. As it is
now there are but few walks and what few there are need repairing. A
town the size of this ought to boast of better crossings and walks for
pedestrians.
Advice from Valparaiso, recently received is that the post-office at
that place is sill in the hands of General I. C. B. Suman, (see large
posters for Soldier's Reunion.) Yes, the "General" still holds the fort.
Little Zim is evidently disappointed, and intends to keep his
subscribers out of that Big Give Away, just so long as Grover keeps him
our of the Valparaiso post-office.
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Chesterton Tribune October 15, 1885
Obituary
Died Oct. 4th, '85, in her 87th year Charity Gossett while sitting at the table eating her dinner. She was born in Ohio on February the 17th, was married to Wm. Gossett in her 16th year by whom she had 8 children, three of whom survive her, two boys and one girl. The lived in Union county, Indiana till 1834, the last day of May they settled near where Hageman is now located, but next year moved to Salt Creek, where he built what is called the Gossett mills. Here Mr. Gossett died Feb. 11, 1489, here was her home till her death, but she had been living with her granddaughter, Maria Akerman, until a few weeks before her death, she went to Salt Creek to visit and died at P. Riter's, apparently in her usual health.
Mrs. H.Hageman
(note: 1489 was the year given in the obituary - maybe should be 1849?)
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I am searching for any information on a Albert Bennett and Loiza Brown married in Porter Co, In. on July 3, 1853.
Any information would be appreciated.
Other than a bit of Deja Vieu... I have nothing to contribute, other that at the time of this OBIT, I was 7 years old and living at 201 Indiana Ave. Just across from the (then) Elementary school... White house on the corner up from the Lutheran church..
Add to that, my paternal grandfather's name was Frank Johnson (though long dead by then, and no relation).
But thanks for the walk down memory lane...
Pat (Johnson) Kane
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Vidette Messenger, 28 October 1948
Frank Johnson, 76, Dies in Chesterton Wed. Morning
Chesterton, Oct. 28 - Frank Johnson, 76, died at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at his home, 303 Indiana avenue, Chesterton, after an illness of five years.
The decedend was born Aug. 30, 1872 in Chesterton; and was one of the oldest merchants on Broadway, dealing in general merchandise.
In 1885 he was married in Chesterton to Christina Gelow who survives together with one son, Leslie, Chesterton, and one daughter, Mrs. Thomas Read, Gary.
Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the family residence, with the Rev. Robert Ross Shannon, of the First Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Chesterton cemetery.
Friends may call at the family home at 7:30 o'clock tonight and up until time of services.
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