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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1907
Page
4
After Commissioner Neill returned from the conference, the employes discussed a counter-proposition through federal mediators. The aim is a settlement acceptable to railroads, with concessions likely and no hours reduction.
A London and New York comparison unfolds as Thaw and Rayner cases draw scrutiny. Analysts weigh fairness of British and American capital punishment practices, noting court dignity and mercy debates.
The narrative describes Calkins, a 20 year old with a troubled past and a new revolver. He was seen downtown after breakfast. his father was notified at the scene and later spoke of events. Calkins had worked at Pratt's shop and the Kuhlman Electric Co, was an athlete, and had ties to Astor and Yale football teams. The gun was taken by police. a local man Johnson sought evidence before reporting the incident.
The article notes Chicago's late election employed voting machines in every ward. Machines simplified straight-ticket voting and prevented overvotes, promising secrecy and rapid results. It discusses potential counting errors by judges, the appeal of quick returns, and the high cost of recounts.
Bloomington Indiana teachers who resigned in a sympathetic strike reapplied for their old high school posts and were accepted by the school board. The move marks an end to Bloomington's recent school troubles and restores staffing to the campus.
Ainsworth claiming to be a traveling doctor was arrested at the interurban depot by Supt Silvers and Officer Stamp. He faces charges of beating a board bill in Goshen at officers' request. Ainsworth denies the charge. Bucklen St hotel seeks bell boy and porter. Pine Salve advertised for 25 cents by Houseworth Bros. drug store.
A fragmented notice advertises contractor services and electrical equipment with claims of low prices and discounted blocks. Names and contact lines are unclear but suggest a home wiring and electrical supply listing from a local supplier.
An unclear passage discusses a product described as Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. It mentions relief for constipation biliousness headache and indigestion with no disagreeable after effects. The text appears as fragmented quotes from an advertisement or claim.
The page reports diverse items including Union Pacific coal land returns, New York Court of Appeals ruling on district apportionment, Harriman’s alleged Senate plot against Depew, UChicago charter bill status in Springfield, a mental test ruling by the New York lunacy commission, Mary Baker Eddy’s trustee appointment statement, Walter Wellman’s polar expedition lead, and Emily Grigsby’s out of court settlement.
Apparent notes indicate Roosevelt and the cabinet plan to dissolve the Duma in St Petersburg over the budget crisis. Officials deny authorization and emphasize authoritative limits on the Duma’s role.
Elkhart and General Sport Majestics manager Tid Joseph issues a city wide challenge to all teams to settle 1907 season disputes on the diamond. The Majestics announce themselves strongest in town and say they are ready for workouts and competition with any foe.
A note describes Tom and Miss Pinkleigh reportedly promising marriage while a consoling remark suggests worries about broken promises. The piece references Chicago News.
A strange phrasing raised questions as to whether sympathy could be monetized, with critics calling the idea doug nuts and suggesting the proposal would waste resources and misallocate support.
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