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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1900
Page
4
A paper owner proposes to extend a 1900 to 1904 subscription deal with Farm Journal and Weekly Truth for 100 dollars. The offer applies to all old subscribers who pay all arrears and one year in advance. The editors praise Farm Journal as practical progressive and honest.
The article notes talk of building or cresting a wooden bridge at Waterford amid rising trust prices for iron and steel, suggesting renewed caution or consideration of cost and material viability in local projects.
A misread humorous note describes an L E W conductor named Stonecinpher paying the railroad fare for the "Immortal J N" and satirizes age of progress discourse. Island Park is criticized as a poor man’s delight neglected by the aristocratic park board. The piece comments on British views of General Otis and tensions over South Africa. Tax rate concerns burdening taxpayers prompt calls for pause and reflection. A public funeral critique follows Bob’s perceived missed hits as Boer relief prompts talks of intervention in Washington.
The movement notes that the other show is gaining popularity among groups claiming responsibility for moral conditions. This trend signals a shift in social norms as more societies adopt the practice.
The Review claims it enforces prohibition yet fails to bring any Cold Water Party members into the tail end of the GOP procession, signaling limited cross faction alignment and ongoing tensions within party circles.
A Pennsylvania figure questions whether Mark Hanna will risk angering Quay to aid his bid for the Senate. The piece notes Hanna’s reputation for avoiding public spats with the rival sena torial candidate and the potential impact on the race.
The fragment describes an event at Lexington in its fifteenth year with unclear terms. It notes a first dooished occurrence, indicating a historical milestone tied to Lexington. The partial text limits clarity on exact subject or participants.
A fragment notes that the first blood of the Civil War was shed in Baltimore 29 years ago yesterday as spring arrives and a “bicycle scorcher” marks the approaching pleasant days.
A new park board is a key public entitlement and a democratic council elected will make Island Park one of the most beautiful places to be found.
The Valparaiso Weekly Messenger marks its twenty ninth anniversary and a hopeful wish for half a century of service as it reflects on a proud editorial history.
The announcement of Jerome Herff's candidacy for the Democratic nomination for state treasurer is expected to be well received across the state. Herff is a seasoned campaigner who has earned the confidence of the people.
The article notes criticism that the rule forbidding census takers to resign under heavy penalties is ineffective because no one would bid for the penalties collected.
Five governor candidates in Indiana prepare for a decisive test next Wednesday as they address strong opposition from two major propositions. The race features prominent contenders aiming to secure the nomination amid challenging political hurdles.
In Indianapolis a composed stance is urged as critics fear challenging the official line. William Mc's phrase our plain duty frames the administration's demand for unity on Porto Rican questions amid upcoming events.
The South Bend Tribune plans to add another linotype machine and provide three machines total to speed the paper’s production. The paper’s rising popularity and strength are noted as phenomenal and deserving of its continued success.
The Tur Goshen News reports Bristol Republicans choose officers directly rather than hold an election. The move aims to avoid election expenses and bypass convention candidate selection.
Residents fault the Republican city council for inaction on Island Park improvements and a better recreation space for laborers and mechanics, saying Elkhart deserves a park upgrade reflecting public wishes.
The Review notes several Republican hopefuls for council seats show willingness to learn from others. It observes the four private candidates have learned what is needed and suggests they should follow the leader.
The Review says average democrats avoid claiming to know it all and warns against hubris. It notes cases where individuals admitting excessive knowledge lost influence in the community and advises Democrats to tread carefully.
The Washington Times reports five Porto Rican criminals were executed yesterday morning in the public square by the Spanish garrote. The piece questions why such punishment is endorsed and suggests the act may imply Puerto Rico is a foreign country rather than a U.S. territory.
The coming democratic council is expected to end inactivity by the park board. Voters hope for active leadership to restore Sunday park access and family enjoyment of Elkhart’s natural beauties.
The Review names J. Moyer as a new favorite, joining five in total. It notes he is a large property holder and that the publication will be patient with him as it teaches him the way he should go, hoping his property endures.
The South Bend Tribune denies Congressman Brick intends to knife James 8 Dodge in Dodge's gubernatorial candidacy, stating Brick is not guilty of treachery claimed by an Elkhart newspaper. The piece accuses Truth of unfairness and notes Truth copied a Washington dispatch expression.
A relative of Sergeant Dunbar disputes Trath’s editorial on the officer’s treatment, arguing political color does not justify his retention. The relative urges the police commissioners to resist political interference and focus on duty to the people.
The parish faced uproar as accusations swirl about Rev. J. D. Balzac Leeshurz and claims of improper transfers to his ailing wife. Critics demand accountability while defenders condemn attacks on a minister aiding suffering parishioners.
April 25 reports from Wymore Blue Springs and Omaha describe a funnel shaped cyclone sweeping southern Nebraska. Homes churches and windmills were destroyed while a Union Pacific passenger train halted to avoid the path. Residents sought shelter in storm cellars as a waterspout followed the storm and fear of loss of life grew.
Ptomaine poisoning from canned meat kills Albert Krok aged four and Frank Krok aged two in Chicago. The brothers lived at 658 Dicks on Street with their family as authorities investigate the incident.
A string of brief items from Goshen to Mishawaka covers crime, levies, marriages, employment losses from a Fairmount fire, and local curios. Notable notes include a Goshen bicycle tag ordinance fading, a Shipshewana sale, and Miss Doroathy Nusbaum’s wedding to Franklin Hash.
In Chicago on April 25, Oscar Schmidt aged 55 of 237 North Clark Street, a veteran photographer, died by gas in his studio rooms after losing savings in the Dreyer bank collapse. Friends say his friendship with Dreyer cost him about $9,000 as he faced poverty and possible public charge.
Frank O Leary, a young popular jockey, died at Aqueduct race course after a fifth race accident. Ten three year olds competed for 400 dollars over six furlongs when crowding caused a spill involving G E Wightman Randy MeJoynt Pettifogger and Hewitt. O Leary suffered a crushed skull and broken ribs. McJoynt and Hewitt were injured.
One hundred dollar reward offered for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Noted endorsements from West & Truax and Walding Kinnan Marvin of Toledo confirm integrity. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Price seven and one half cents per bottle.
New York reports butchers union president Barnsford says all city butchers belong to the union and strikers receive ten dollars weekly for married men and six dollars for single men. Slaughterhouses back the strikers fearing Swift & Co would push them out if they win. A former butcher was offered forty dollars weekly to train new slaughterers but resigned. firm refused to accept resignation and discharged him.
The Paris exposition shows sparse crowds with most displays not ready by opening hours. Officials, including secretary-general M. Chardon, insist May 10 readiness and nonstop work. Local news items note a Kalamazoo bank mortgage for an electric line, a missing insurance agent likely linked to lake shore beds, and small town anecdotes.
Mr. R. A. Randall of Tenkenthe Michigan has been elected by the Goshen school board to a place in the high speclficulty there for next year.
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