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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1900

Page

2

Wounded man holds faint hope at Weatherwax home

Thursday reports from the Weatherwax household indicate a slight improvement in the condition of the injured man. Doctors note ongoing weakness and pain but describe no new developments as prosecutors and attorneys continue their inquiries into the Adams brothers case and related witnesses.

Cun Bili Messsenger Haley de. Bowman James Edward Adams Frank Chicaro Adems Brothers Sims Varnon van Fleet Soudan Géotiins

EFAS GONE TO DENVER divorce case follows

Mrs Petit and her daughter went to Denver where the daughter will enter college. The article notes Mr Petit was a widower with fourteen children and that Mrs Petit is wealthy with real and personal property. Divorce proceedings are probable as the couple had a troubled six month marriage.

Ani Pete Clinton

Jaquith-McIntyre Nuptials Spark City Wedding

Walter McIntyre secretly traveled to South Bend to wed Aura Jaquith at the bride’s parents home on Prairie street. The ceremony was at 8 30 in the presence of family with Rev Walker officiating. The couple returned to the city and reside with the groom’s parents on West Pigeon street.

Jaquith-McIntyre Walter McIntyre South Bend Aura Jaquith Andrew Jaquith Prairie Street Walker West Pigeon Street McIntyre Lake Shore

From bleeding Kansas to God's country in Clyde

A freight car passed through the city bearing chalked inscription on the side stating From bleeding Kansas to God's country in Clyde Ohio. The painted message references regional strife and a distant destination as it traveled eastward.

Kansas Clyde Ohio

Grain O replaces coffee in new drink claims

Pry Crrain O Try Grain O advertises Grain O as a coffee substitute suitable for children and adults. It boasts rich seal brown color like mocha or java, made from pure strains, easy on the stomach, and priced at 15c to 25c per package, sold by all grocers.

New Brush Factory to Open in Perry Lander Building

W E Guilford and William Chambers head a Green Bay brush factory project arriving to remodel the Perry Lander building. Ground work for an engine room begins this week. machinery arrives Monday. Eligible workers include 35 to 40 from Green Bay with plans to employ 100 plus, boosting the city’s manufacturing profile. Negotiations continue with no firm product announced.

W. E. Guilford William Chambers Green Bays Vis Brush Perry. Lander Mir. Guilford Green Bay Dikhart Ifte Fs Litbui Bat &- Sh Ile

More Sad Story From New Paris Robbery Case

A depot robbery near New Paris led to a chase and a clash with a barb wire fence. Charles More, a Chicago tailor, was later jailed for intoxication while his wife pleaded for his release, seeking sentence reduction with testimonies of his prior good character.

New Paris Travelire Fellory Namie Charles More Chicago New York Neg ci Singhr Robert Ibuilen Fie ATV Gioia Aiven Une Lawes Patis Iis Hart Guopersid Colid Kiza Blake Supt Sraden Goshen More Gireucht Court Wilson

Russell Leaves Goshen After Acquittal

Charles H. Russell an acquitted diamond thief departed Goshen yesterday stating he would visit his parents. Neighbors dispute their location, some saying Ohio others New Jersey. Mrs Russell remains in Goshen and will work at Hotel Hascall. Officers view Russell’s exit as possibly joining Tom Black amid tension with Richland bank robbers and a large reward for Black.

Russell Charles H. Russell Vacderip Goshen Ohio New Jersey Hotel Hascall Tom Black Liberty Biser Richland Hrsgei Cat Thera Massel

Power Company land condemnation plan sparks dam project

Controversy between Tatiluwna Power Go x and Ss Joseph & Elkhart Power centers on condemning land along the St Joseph river near the county line to build a dam. Norman Himebaugh sues David B Culp for 73650 over a fire damaging farm property. Peter Alwine faces burglary concerns. court limits chances. Francis Adams divorces Cornelius Adams. Anna Lehman sues Isaac and Jacob Myers over a 8736 note. Levi Salinger naturalizes after a long Goshen tenure. Alonzo Holtz divorces Cora Holtz with custody to the father. An agency ad in Oct 1899 promotes Dr Calwell's Syrup Pepsin with a testimonial.

Tatiluwna Power Go.x Insiane Powwer Gon Yas Ss. Joseph & Elkhart Power Company Anch App St. Joseph Norman Hi, Himebaugh A. Dausman and Deah & Deshi David 8. Culp John Himebaugh Locke Township Culp

Saw mill man fatally injured by knot in rotten wood

Franciy Schultz, eight, was fatally injured at 11 this morning at Sugar Grove, in this county. The knot in rotten wood splintered and struck him in the abdomen. death is expected at any time.

Franciy Schultz Sugar Grove Desth

Burglary at Goshen Targets Judge Baker's Home

Sometime Wednesday evening or Thursday burglars entered the residence of Judge Frances Baker in Goshen and ransacked the premises. Mrs. Baker had stored valuables in trunks on the third floor, and the thieves reportedly took little. This is the second burglary in ninety days.

Goshen Frances &. Baker Indianapolis

Sudden Death of Mrs Sally E Pate at Daughter’s Home

Mrs Sally E Pate aged 74 died unexpectedly at her daughter Mrs Charles Mack’s home 31934 St Joe Street after rheumatic heart trouble. An inquest by C Ereign Eisenbeiss found death due to rheumatic heart disease. Survived by daughters Mrs Sarah Chandler and Mrs Mary Dollenger and son Louis Pate with funeral at 9 AM Sunday at the German Baptist church White Pigeon interment there.

Sally E. Pate Charles Mack St. Joe Street Ceventer Eisenbeiss AL Maker Rhemany Flay Tate Pad Mrs. Mack Sarah Chand’er Louis Pate Airs Mary Dollenger White Pigeon Pitzwater Dbaptist Church Ciriclating

Robbery at Dentist Office Strikes Rare Coin Collection

Dr. Cummins reported a theft at his downtown dentist office between six and seven pm on Thursday. A display case was shattered to steal a large coin and medal collection valued by the doctor, while other items remained untouched. Police have pursued leads including a boy previously tied to the case, and the dentist vows prosecution until the culprit is convicted.

S. M. Cummiss Cummins

New Ruling on Money Orders Cashability and Identity Rules

Postmaster Anderson reports a Washington directive allowing cashing of all money orders regardless of payment when the owner is identified, and to cash orders even without the accompanying advice. The ruling treats a money order like a bank draft and enables nationwide cashing if identity is proven. Effective Monday.

Anderson Postoffice Department Washington

Ikhar County Assessors Meet in Goshen Tomorrow

Ikhar county township assessors will convene in Goshen tomorrow to receive instructions from County Assessor Maxon. A basis for assessing personal property will be announced and 18 000 blanks will be distributed.

Ikhar County Goshen Maxon

Young Man Hurt Stepping Into Buzz Saw

Ezra Muller suffered a severe leg and torso gash after backing into a buzz saw while stooped. Emergency care required numerous stitches to close the wounds.

Nappanee News Ezra Muller

Widow Margaret Daardoff Dies in Goshen Home

Mrs. Margaret Daardoff a 72 year old widow died at 1 o clock this afternoon at her Goshen home after months of illness. Two daughters survive. The remains will be taken to Vincennes for burial.

Margaret Daardoff Goshen Vincennes Florence B. T. Lartner User Millersnarg

The Shhultz Accident at Sugar Grove

Frank Stultz a Sugar Grove sawyer about 45 was injured when a large log bit the saw and struck him in the abdomen. He was attended near the mill and carried home a short distance away. He is an old respected citizen with many acquaintances in Elkharri county.

Shhultz Frank Stultz Sugar Grove Pgs Sawyer Shaut Ila Guy Esbors Distanes

Boy Bitten by Vicious Dog on Pratt Street

Carl Everett, thirteen, living on Pratt Street, was attacked by a large dog owned by Vern Kemp of Middlebury Street. He sustained severe lacerations to the right leg and required medical care. The dog, described as a big brute, was driven off by nearby women and likely will be killed due to danger.

Carl Everett Pratt Street Vern Kemp Middlebury Street

Real Estate Transfers and Divorce Case Noted in Elkhart

Real estate transfers list multiple Elkhart and Harrison deeds with prices from 400 to 2 000 dollars. A divorce suit filed by Jesse M Hrambraughb through Deshl Deahl claims paternity tied to a marriage that produced a child.

Frank Brumbaugh Jacob J. Brumbaugh Elkhart R. Wilmer Monger Amanda Baker D. B. Myers O. E. Miller Jesse M. Hrambraughb Deshl & Deahl Hleie C. Brumbaugh

Cough Remedy Ad Promises Quick Cold Cure

An old advertisement claims a Tar Syrup mixture by Consumption Cure-Warner can cure a cold in one day if used promptly. It markets White Wine of Tar Syrup with 25 and 50 cent price points and credits Cc. H. Leonard as retailer.

Warner Cc. H. Leonard

Great Dam Project Aims to Fuel St Joseph River Region

The St Joseph and Elkhart power company, backed mainly by eastern capitalists from New York City, appears to have won its legal fight with Indiana power interests in South Bend. Indiana participants are M W Berger and John Ssundera of Mishawaka. Plans call for three dams on the St Joseph river to yield at least 15 000 horsepower, reshaping the state’s economy by creating a large industrial settlement and boosting regional trade. The promoters envision investing 7500000 in the venture and power potential that could transform the area. The project may not immediately benefit Elkhart but promises recurring monthly revenue and broader growth.

St. Joseph and Elkhart Power Company South Bend Indiana Power Company St. Joseph Elkhart St. Joe River

Gun Misfire At Doctor Thrigs Home In Goshen

Dr. Thrig of Goshen displayed a handsome pistol to a guest when it fired unintentionally. The shot went about six inches above the guest’s head and tore a hole in the front door of the physician’s residence.

Thrig Goshen

Myres Released After Milling Fire Arrest

S L Myres owner of the Wolcottville flouring mill held after a fire and arrest at Kendallville as he and his wife tried to board a southbound G R I train bound for Ohio. He was taken to LaGrange and released on bail. Charge cites unpaid for wheat stored in the mill at the time of the blaze.

S. L. Myres Wolcottville Kendallville Ohio Lagrange

Echo of Old Feud Sparks Fresh Peace Bond Request

An affidavit filed in Goshen by Alma Conine alleges fear of violence from John Schemerhorn in Washington township. The case is scheduled for Thursday with Crashen and Berker & Zigler assisting the prosecution.

Conine-Schemerhorn Washington Township Sfidavit Almeda Conine Goshen John Schemerhorn Crashen Berker & Zigler

Foundry HandLaceration At South Mein Street Plant

Theodora Gilver of Middle Barr Atreas suffered a severe injury when his left hand was caught in a plate machine at the Kely foundry on South Mein Street yesterday afternoon. The finger and hand were badly swashed and lacerated. Mr Gleser will be laid up several weeks. The attending surgeon believes amputation will likely be unnecessary.

Theodora Gilver Middlebarr

Gardner Divorce Suit Moves Forward In Jefferson Township

George W. Gardner, a Jefferson township farmer, faces a divorce suit by Henrietta Gardner who earlier dismissed a suit after reconciliation. Allegations include cruel treatment and attempted harm. Co respondent Daisy Madlem linked. Judge Wilson issued a restraining order as property disposal fears arise. The couple’s three grown children support the mother. Nearby death notices include Jacob Bentley at 909 Harrison Street and Florence Lartner at near Millersburg.

George W. Gardner Jefferson Township Henrietta Gardner Daisy Madlem Gardner Wilson Chatten

Also Mentioned on This Page

Con Hines Srudgan Adams EFAS Denver MORES Stoneyard Peter Alwine Francis Adams Cornelius Adams Cleveland Township Cornelius Anna Lehman Isaac W. Myers Jacob D. Myers Wakarusa F. W. Brown Levi Salinger Alonzo Holtz Cora E. Holtz Pepsin Syracp Cou Monaticello Geno Thomas Atore Frank Schultz Sally Pate Javiset Heer DR. Cummins Wight Charles Russell Cleveland Charles Fisher Jacob Bentley Harrison Street Mr. Bentley J. I. Carson Washington, Pa Houseworth Bros
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