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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1908
Page
4
The notice outlines subscription options 10 cents weekly or 5 dollars yearly with delivery by carrier or mail and requests reports if not delivered regularly. It also states communications must be received by 10 o'clock to ensure same day publication and invites advertising submissions.
A concise note lists contact numbers for the editorial room and business office with two phone lines and a secondary line. The item reads like a newspaper masthead utility note and confirms dialing options.
William D Hazelton as manager declares the Elkhart Truth daily circulation for March 1908 at 3766 copies, excluding samples and unsold papers. Notary Lous A Dennert confirms the sworn statement on April 7 1908 in Elkhart Indiana.
A compact notice lists a sale event at Finehout's drug store at the corner of Main and Hickory streets and includes Timmins' Opera House bookstore and Knevels' bookstore as participating outlets.
Key events listed include 1662 Queen Mary II of England, 1732 Samuel Veitch Nova Scotia governor, 1808 Union Temperance Society start, 1827 Irvench National Guard disbanded, 1834 Lord Avebury born, 1851 first Brazilian railroad, 1856 Montmorency bridge collapse, 1877 Russian occupation of Bayazid.
Lord Avebury also known as Sir John Lubbock born in London on April 30 1834 son of Sir William Lubbock a noted astronomer and mathematician. He joined his father's bank at fourteen became partner in 1856 and later honorary secretary to the Association of London Bankers and first president of the Institute of Bankers. He served in Parliament from 1870 to 1900 and contributed to commissions on education science coinage and public affairs. He is famed for works on ancient vestiges of man and holds membership in leading scientific bodies.
Elkhart manufacturer Col C Gerard Conn begins a westward automobile journey to California with two companions. The trip aims to promote Mishawaka and its name across the nation while business continues in Elkhart.
A speculative piece compares a future transport to the schooners that carried Argonauts and notes it would move rapidly like an express train. It foresees a vehicle skimming western deserts and threading mountain passes, watched from telegraph stations as Forty-niners feel regret that such a route did not exist in their time.
The Plymouth Independent notes James E. Watson carries his gubernatorial nomination and claims no outstanding promises to fulfill. It argues opponents who expected Watson to grant offices will be disappointed, noting that Thomas R. Marshall will handle all gubernatorial appointments while Watson remains a private citizen.
The Vestry of St. John’s Church Elkhart Indiana adopted resolutions mourning the death of Robert Quinn Haggerty M D a longtime church member and worker. It lauded his Christian service and expressed sympathy to his family and friends with publication planned in Living Church and a certified copy to his family.
Lost on Main or Second street a Masonic charm. Finder should leave it at this office to receive a reward.
Rental notice describes a good barn with a box stall located on 60S Mulberry Street. Only minimal readable details about the property remain.
An insidious danger of kidney trouble warns that the ailment can be fatal before symptoms appear. The ad urges taking Foley's Kidney Cure at the first sign, claiming it corrects irregularities and prevents Bright's disease and diabetes. available from all dealers.
Open and savings account with St Joseph Valley Bank. A savings book issued with every deposit and interest paid on all money deposited therein every four months. Next interest period begins November 1.
Chronic piles relief advertised by a druggist claims Dean's Ointment cures with soon relief and final cure. The ad sells the remedy to readers, emphasizing painless treatment and availability at druggists.
Tax notices list the 1907 state and county taxes for Elkhart and Concord. The abstract office details assessments and due dates, with references to local tax officials and the May filing period.
Indiana Democratic factions accuse Thomas Taggart and Korbly of seizing control to nominate Korbly’s brother for Congress without county consent. They allege a statewide plan to build a Taggart Tammany machine to counter Fogarty and bend delegates toward Johnson for the national convention while signaling Bryan opposition.
Smokers suffer throat inflammation risk of cancer if untreated. Tonsiline claims to cure smokers throat and prevent complications, destroying germs and healing membranes. Sold by druggists for 25 and 50 cents, from The Tonsiline Co Canton Ohio.
Dull eyes ruin beauty while this outer lid lotion claims to brighten eyes, lengthen lashes, relieve strain, and improve sight. Used by famed stage beauties, it sells for 50 cents a jar with a six month supply and a positive guarantee through Carroll Chemical Co. Indianapolis.
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