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Newspaper
Elkhart Daily Review
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
1
The 1899 senator Beveridge toured the Philippines to gain first hand insight for national legislation. The trip drew criticism as unprecedented for a lawmaker to study abroad. Upon return, his information influenced cabinet and legislative thinking, with public figures following suit.
The author argues that respectability has limits and should not outweigh practical needs. If a position is un kind, uncomfortable, unnecessary, or superfluous, even if as respectable as the Church of England, a person should leave it for the sake of themselves and others.
Garlic onions chalets and leeks have long been cultivated in many countries with uncertain origin. The scallion origin is better known as it grows spontaneously in Siberia. Chives are found in a wild state across the northern hemisphere.
A Milwaukee man allegedly used force at gunpoint to compel his wife to quarrel, amid a claim that such actions reflect how international peace is made and preserved.
The text credits forethought and two admirable traits as the source of much that is beneficial, citing Menander and Prudenes as exemplars.
A summary notes a Boston Globe view contrasting Canada with the United States. It cites Canada’s population around seven million and coal output near nine million tons versus the United States producing about 870 million tons, arguing the coal age will limit Canada's growth.
A compilation of brief quotes from newspapers showing satire on manners and modesty. Dialogues touch on Biggins social bearing and Blox-Well discretion versus self praise. The exchanges include Miss Cayenne Knox and remarks about modesty and social roles with playful sarcasm.
The Farmers Society of Equity held an Indianapolis convention with delegates from several states. Officers include President J A Everitt Indianapolis Vice President W F Crethak Traverse City treasurer Z C Rous Indianapolis. Directors named N M Ashby Sebree J A Myers Ramsay R Sherad Keosauqua W H H Mitchell Hutchinson L H Johnson Attica FF W Morris Rochester Minn.
In New York three workers died and a fourth was badly burned after a barrel of cellulose caught fire at Stillman & Engel manufacturers of celuloid novelties on Duane Street. Henry Jones and David Mahoney perished, William Settegast was severely burned but escaped to the street. Frank Stillman and four female employees fled down the fire escape.
North Dakota lawmakers must vote for the chosen senator next Tuesday despite a supreme court ruling that the pledge feature of the primary law is unconstitutional. The court upheld the law mandating the vote while denying the writ of mandamus, allowing the election to proceed with legislators free to exercise personal choice.
Secretary Metcalf remains in bed with a disorder and has canceled political and social engagements for now. His condition improves with treatment and he hopes to resume official duties in a week or ten days.
Footprints found near a Milton barn fire traced to Marten Hagemann an inmate of the county farm. He later confessed to arson, revealing incendiary acts in the Milton area as investigators connect him to the blaze in Janesville on October 30.
Reports from Ki-Momdun indicate that Motnm, head of a U S expedition, found rich deposits of gold tin and copper in the Munyeina district of the Congo.
News outlines a mix of international and domestic items. It notes the arrival of U S fighting ships at Amoy with a cordial reception, a deadly fire in a tall Checlowati building causing dozens of injuries, and various political and social notes from Washington to New York City.
Bristol residents including Hon H H Mosier editor Dr B C Crow and others traveled to hear Senator Beveridge in a Bristol attendance draws a good crowd Dynamic updates show local figures returning from the event and plans for broader osteopaths interstate practice reforms through a national association committee.
A Wright is better today. Mrs. Morris Martin of Willowdale is sick. Mrs. John Shultz of No. 214 State street is reported very low.
Alexander Turnbull a Lake Shore machinist lost a hand security after a chisel slipped from his helper’s grip and pressed his hand against a boiler jacket. Joseph Ambrosia, also Lake Shore staff, sustained a deep gash on his right cheek when struck by a fellow employee with a sledge.
An elderly banker named Sherman, challenged by a masked burglar in his bedroom, coolly proposes a peaceable settlement. The thief cites a $10 demand, but Sherman argues a cut rate is fair given the burglar’s record, finally paying $8 and receiving $2 change with the ten dollar bill. The anecdote reflects Sherman’s calm, pragmatic nerve.
The piece argues humor defines American character, not from Puritan or English origins, but shaped by immigration and adaptation. It cites Diedrich Knickerbocker and notes humor evolved with environment, geography, and society, avoiding unnecessary trouble and worry.
Local groups schedule meetings markets and services across town from Hoffmans hall election night to Saturday gatherings at Middlebury street and Jefferson street locations. Rev Mosier conducts revival at South Side chapel with Moixer moving to Culver for Sunday. Levi Newman candidate speaks at prohibition HQ at 7:30 p.m. with Elkhart quartet. Memorial for ex Gov Morton planned at Shiloh Post hall Sunday afternoon. Halloween events postponed due to Mrs Andrews death.
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