Four Route Service Report from Big Four Line
Train schedule entry notes a November 2 1901 update for the c c C and St. L routes on the Big Four line with timing and service details.
01 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Elkhart Daily Review
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1902
Page
1
Train schedule entry notes a November 2 1901 update for the c c C and St. L routes on the Big Four line with timing and service details.
A promotional appeal touts Vinci as a premier nerve tonic strengthening the nervous system. A Dunkirk reader testifies it helped nervous dyspepsia and general tone, promising a refund if not satisfied after a fair trial.
At Dayton Tennessee the Nelson mine of the Dayton Coal and Timber Company suffered a gas and coal dust explosion after two firemen set blasts before all miners escaped. Twenty two men confirmed dead, twelve still inside, ten bodies recovered. several injured, including two fatally. The blast followed a blown fuse and ignited gas then dust, wrecking the mine shed and outdoor area.
In Kansas City Blue River park opened the Grand American Handicap Live Bird tournament with 369 entrants and a first day score of twelve birds by thirty-six shooters. Purse stood at 2583 dollars, shared among all winners. Notable misses and the sole woman entrant Annie Oakley caused a stir amid strong entries. In Annapolis, Maryland the senate passed a bill admitting bar members by a 254 to 9 vote. the measure targets Miss Etta Maddox amid court-licensing debates.
In Terre Haute a man from Harrisburg and his brother in law Charles Jones moved to St. Louis and then to engage in a restaurant venture in the Albert Hotel building on Ninth near Chestnut from Peter Harvey. They formed a partnership until January when Baker allegedly withdrew firm funds from McTeenes bank and vanished. His wife, who left him due to heavy drinking, now lives with her sister at 925 North Second Avenue. Jones did not prosecute Baker.
The presbytery of Minnesota found Rev Dr Richter guilty and deposed him from the ministry and excommunicated him from the Presbyterian church. At 68 he loses both clerical standing and lay church membership after being accused of printing articles favoring saloons and taking pay from a brewing company. The minister admitted guilt but argued his actions aligned with his gospel duties.
Steve Russell, a Cherokee Indian held on a life sentence at the Ohio Penitentiary, is granted a presidential commutation and will be released. He sought penance for his uncle’s crime, who killed officers during an attempt to evade capture. Russell’s fate hinges on association with a man deemed dangerous.
Burt A. Maggee is convicted of murder for the 1901 deaths of his mother in law Mrs. Hershberger, his wife Hattie, and Calvin Maggee after a fire at Hershberger home. He receives a fourteen year penitentiary sentence leaving his two year old daughter and another child survivor.
Ambiguous text from an Arkansas report notes April returns and Democratic primaries held Saturday. Ex-Gay Callen Clarke is described as endorsed for a state legislature ballot amid advisement but details are unclear.
The Ways and Means Committee voted 12 to 5 to report the Cuba reciprocity bill favorably with Grosvenor's immigration and contract labor amendment adopted. Republicans split on the vote with Democrats supporting the measure, and Hopkins counted affirmative though absent. Beet sugar opposition planned to fight on.
Secretary Long reports Captain Perry of the battleship Toward in response to a department inquiry. He denies attending dinners with remarks or speeches that could imply support for any war or Argentine acquisition.
The annual Easter Monday event drew many children to the White House grounds and the portico where President Roosevelt Mrs Roosevelt and their family joined friends. The green sword back of the White House was noted as part of the lively scene.
A movement nears success to erect a monument in Washington in memory of 1457 soldiers and ex prisoners of war from Andersonville and Cabala. They died after the Civil War from the Sultana disaster near Memphis on April 27 1865.
Martin from the District of Columbia committee reports favorably to the Senate an amendment authorizing a memorial bridge across the Potomac at Washington with a fixed cost of five million dollars. Secretary Shaw announces the appointment of Robert B. Armstrong of Chicago as private secretary, replacing C. V. Rich who has resigned.
The president in the White House East Room welcomed 250 Indy teachers from Grand Rapids and Saginaw Michigan in an afternoon reception on April 1.
Daniel Rosen becker a 13 year old boy who confessed to murdering his playmate Arthur Shanteau will not be tried for murder due to being under the age of accountability set at 14. He cried yesterday from incarceration not guilt, saying the pain comes from confinement.
The report notes a tire casualty in Fukui Japan causing widespread damage to the silk manufacturing town with about four thousand houses destroyed. Separately Secretary Root plans an April visit with his family to Havana to meet Governor General and Mrs Wood. Carnegie offered a library to Louisville. A mystery surrounding Herman Klos’s disappearance near Cinicagzo is reportedly solved with the body found in Michigan’s St Joseph river. The Punjab situation is described as growing with seventy thousand affected.
Manson A. Johnson of Anderson Indiana is reported ill in a Hot Springs Arkansas hotel with alleged forged papers totaling 100000 dollars. His wife Netterville and a fellow townsman care for him as directors seek an out of court settlement while creditors weigh actions. Johnson proclaims innocence and plans to return to face charges. The case follows a March 23 arrival and the involvement of the Anderson National Bank through which the forged paper moved.
English Indiana April 1 Harry Hill a Louisville railroad man aimed to wed his longtime sweetheart in English but arrived eight hours late and married another man’s bride in front of guests. He then returned to Louisville with his chosen bride, while the first suitor wed another woman. Hill later rejoined his wife and left with her.
An old advertisement extols Dr. O G Green's remedies from Boschee's to German cures. It claims healing germ destruction reduces inflammation eases expectoration guarantees restful sleep and cures. The message urges trying one bottle and mentions availability at Houseworth Bros and reputable druggists worldwide through the Almanac.
Delinquent state and county taxes for the City of Elkhart Cord, Cleveland Osolo and Bangsow townships can be paid at Simpson Abstract Office 206 Main Street Elkhart Indiana. County Treasurer Woop indicates payment options and deadlines.
Testimonial from D N Sinks of Troy Ohio who suffered a severe rheumatic attack in arm and shoulder. He credits Chamberlains Pain Balm from Geo F Parsons Co druggists for quick relief and notes he has recommended it to many friends as the best remedy for muscular rheumatism. Sold by Honeworth Bros druggists.
A list of signatories offers to refund the purchase price of Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds. They also guarantee a smaller 26 cent bottle as proof of satisfaction or money back. Signatories include C. D. Rustron E. B. Farr HousEWORTH BROS C. A. ACKERS and others.
Matron Rooke, manager for I. M. Them, 800, a large importer at 1653 Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, reports a severe cold kept her awake and unfit for work. Her millicera used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, which quickly relieved her. she bought more and felt improved at once. Sold by Houseworth Bros, druggists.
On approved security Livy Chamberlain offers money secured by property. Inside Lots at Auction Sale Saturday April 6 1902 at 9 o clock a m Desirable residence site near Hotel Bucklee East Lexington Avenue Crakk Lane administrator of Augusta Swift Lane deceased Elkhart Indiana March 13 1902 to April 6 1902
An advertisement claims a blood purifier is unnecessary when lungs liver and kidneys are healthy and bowels regular. It promotes Chamberlain Stomach and Liver tablets as superior value at 25 cents, with free samples offered by Houseworth Bros. drug store in Chicago.
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