NEW SUITS FILED.
H. H. Symms Co. vs. William B. Schwartz et al.; suit on judgment. Superior Court, Room 2.
“The Court Record: New Suits Filed,” The Indianapolis Journal (Indianapolis, Indiana), 5 December 1903, p. 5, col. 3; digital image, Newspaper Archive (http://www.newspaperarchive.com : accessed 1 April 2014).
Letter transcription:
Apr. 6, 1943 [Apr. 7, 1943]
Lieut R. S. Yegerlehner USNR
Navy 224
% Postmaster San Fran
Dear Mother,
Had some tough luck today – did my washing and the water I rinsed them in was rusty so now my towels etc are red instead of white. Hope the next deal is better.
I’ve been digging in our fox hole today – making it deep and livable just in case. I think we’ll put in a hot dog stand and a beer Keg. Wish we could.
At chow last night, when I told you I was going out – we had spaghetti and meat balls and a peanut butter dessert.
[page 2] We also had scotch & soda in the beginning which was the best part of the whole deal. It is rumored that we will have beer for evening chow but we don’t know for sure.
We are in a dry spell now hasn’t rained for two days.
News are as scarce as the dickens but I’ll try better next time.
Love Daddy
Russell Islands
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Deborah – February 5, 1970
Photograph from the private collection of Deborah Sweeney.
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INSANITY NO GROUND
For Divorce in Indiana, Says Indianapolis Judge.
Judge Carter, of the superior court Indianapolis, yesterday denied a divorce to William B. Schwartz, an attorney, whose wife has been in the Central Indiana Insane Hospital since 1890. The judge said that insanity is not a ground for divorce in Indiana and the cruelty alleged and testified to was shortly before his wife became insane, and he would not grant a divorce on that ground.
Edgar A. Brown was appointed guardian to look after Mrs. Schwartz’s interests in the suit. Previously Schwartz had filed two complaints for divorce, but he dismissed them. In the last case the issues were fought through. Schwartz’s attorney made a plea that his client should not for the rest of his life have the burden of his wife interfered with real transfers of real estate he desired to make. Mr. Schwartz’s brother approved the request for a divorce.
“Insanity No Ground,” Logansport Reporter (Logansport, Indiana), 9 July 1903, p. 3, col. 6; digital image, Newspaper Archive (http://www.newspaperarchive.com : accessed 31 March 2014).
Letter transcription:
MRS. R. S. YEGERLEHNER
KENTLAND
INDIANA
4-7-43
Dear Daddy – No letters today but had 3 yesterday & John & Mark each rec’d one with the souvieners. They will thank you. It is still cool and windy. Had some rain last night. Mark and I started our garden yesterday – got peas, spinach & radishes planted. We sowed some grass seed last week and I want to put out more garden this week yet. Lucile came out with Jimmy Ed yesterday. He has allergy so bad his skin is rough and he has the hair worn off the back of his head and his skin is dry & scaly where he hasn’t any hair. He is growing but not any faster than David. I had a struggle again this morning to get his cereal down but when I finished with him he was able to laugh so it doesn’t upset him too much. He certainly has strong tendencies for a 6 mo. old. He has to have cereal or he is hungry so I suppose I’ll just have to keep on struggling to get it down. The gross return came today but I am going to inquire about whether it has to be paid this yr. We are to be refunded for last year’s payments. Let me know the amt taxable with your increase if it has to be filed. I haven’t received all the letters you have sent but maybe they will come in time. Bart told me Clem has been discharged from service. He had some kind of pleurisy. I would hesitate to say whether he is lucky or not. David is awake and is now sitting up in his buggy – can sit alone now. It is about time for J & M to come for lunch. Mark got quite a thrill out of making garden. He is in 4 – H and this garden is his project. I hear Bobby & Jimmy fighting. They certainly can make lots of noise together when they get mad about something.
Love – Mother
Yegerlehner home, E. Dunlop Street, Kentland, circa 1943
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NOT GROUND FOR DIVORCE
Judge Carter Would Not Grant It Because Defendant Is Insane
William B. Schwartz, an attorney whose wife has been in the Central Insane Hospital since 1890, was refused a divorce by Judge Carter yesterday. The judge said that insanity is not a ground for divorce in Indiana; that it is one of the “risks of the partnership,” and he would not grant a decree on that ground.
Edgar A. Brown was appointed guardian to look after Mrs. Schwartz’s interest in the suit. Schwartz’s attorney made the plea that his client should not for the rest of his life have such a burden upon him, and claimed that in the insanity of his wife interfered with transfers of real estate he desired to make. Mrs. Schwartz’s brother was in favor of a divorce.
“Not Ground For Divorce,” The Indianapolis Journal (Indianapolis, Indiana), p. 9, col. 1; digital image, Chronicling America (http://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/ : accessed 30 March 2014).
Letter transcription:
4/6/43
Lieut R. S. Yegerlehner USNR
Navy 224
% Fleet Postmaster San Fran
Dear Mother
Your letters of 2-23, 2-26, 3-11 and 3-12 came today and also John’s of 2-25. You didn’t say how often my mail was getting there and how long it took. Maybe you said but after all your letters have been very spotty.
Sorry Mark had the measles but the latest letter told of his improvement. Guess by this time you have given D. the Immune Globlin as I noted you suggested in your
[page 2] last letter and by this time you know my feeling on the matter because I suggested it a few days ago.
Maybe I told you before but just in case – Dr. Porterfield wrote me that all my things are stored so don’t expect them at present.
I’m invited out to Lun Dinner this Eve – Yes to another navy camp – won’t that be thrilling – maybe they do have the spam cooked in a different way. Who knows – it may taste like chicken!
Well, I’m not very “writey” today – So solong until tomorrow
Love Daddy
The Banika airfield under construction in March 1943 on the Russell islands (Image via http://www.ibibilio.org)
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JUDGE’S OPINION
Insanity is Declared No Cause For a Divorce
Indianapolis, Ind., July 8. – In the divorce case of William B. Schwartz, an attorney, whose wife has been confined in the insane hospital since 1890, Judge Carter, of the superior court, ruled that insanity is not a ground for divorce, and the petition was denied. The court also held that the acts of cruelty complained of were committed shortly before his wife was adjuded insane and could not be made a ground for divorce.
“Judge’s Opinion,” Hartford City Telegram (Hartford, Indiana), 8 July 1903, p. 8, col. 2; digital image, Newspaper Archive (http://www.newspaperarchive.com : accessed 28 March 2014).
Letter transcription:
MRS. R. S. YEGERLEHNER
KENTLAND
INDIANA
4-6-43
Dear Daddy – Three letters today but I think some are still missing. J. & M. got theirs today with the gifts. They will write and thank you. Uncle Wes & Aunt J. stopped this a.m. enroute to C. C. We have about recovered from our trip. We were all tired Mon. but went to bed early and this morning all felt better. Mark and I are going to work in the garden when he comes home from school. Want to plant some peas & onions etc. It isn’t warm enough yet to put out everything. Our garden is directly north over by the corn field. Dr. M. called me today to tell me he had a letter form you about receiving the box. He sent that out early in Jan. Got an announcement from Wilma for her graduation. Will send her something. She is going to enter nurses training. Her boy friend has to go to the army this week. The last box of shells you mentioned with the necklace hasn’t come yet – Neither has the uniform or travel money. It is about time to feed D. his vegetables & milk. He still cries every time I feed him cereal but is hungry if he doesn’t get it and it digests good – so what should I do. I still give him Vit C – he can’t retain orange juice. He was so cute while we were visiting. He is just beginning to imitate. Everyone (almost) agreed he looks like you. Your Dad was so pleased about his name being the same as his grandfather’s. Will send more pictures later. Can’t get film so easily now. Mrs. Roberts called and thinks Joe is being moved. He had written for his other blue uniform then she got a cable not to send it.
Love – Mother
Yegerlehner home, E. Dunlop Street, Kentland, circa 1943
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Schwartz Hit with a Club.
William B. Schwartz, an attorney, living at 807 Meek street, was hit on the head last night with a club by John Manley, a sixteen-year-old boy, living next door. It is said that Schwartz has tried o get possession of the Manley house for some time and the Manley family refuses to leave. Last night while Schwartz started down Meek street he said he was assaulted by young Manley. A large gash was cut on Schwartz’s head.
“Schwartz Hit with a Club,” The Indianapolis Journal (Indianapolis, Indiana), 9 September 1902, p. 3, col. 5; digital image, Chronicling America (http://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/ : accessed 28 March 2014).
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