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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1900
Page
6
A three foot long live water beetle entertained a Chicago vaudeville audience last night by enlarging on the stereopticon screen. The insect wandered into a stage crack, while a novelty song and crowd-pleasing acts unfolded around it.
Captain Charles C. Clark of Atlantic City New Jersey has saved 654 persons from drownings over 25 years of service. His long career highlights courage and steady leadership in lifesaving efforts.
A letter from Buchanan Michigan reports that a mother who drinks much coffee found Rain-O a beneficial substitute for herself and her children. The writer, ten years old, signs as F Panyin WIlliams with a respectful salute.
Admiral Sampson recalls near Santiago a Spanish sailor stranded seven miles inland swimming five miles from shore. A gunner tossed a desk from the ship to aid the swimmer and urged him to grab it for salvation. The outcome remains unknown, but the gesture shows prompt救 salvation efforts.
The Resolute sailed with Sir Edward Letcher’s 1852 Arctic expedition from England on April 15. Abandoned in August, she was found adrift weeks later by Capt. Buddington aboard the George Henry. Britain relinquished claims and Congress bought the vessel for 40000 dollars to present to Queen Victoria, presented by Capt. Jrtstein on December 16, 1856.
Windsor Ontario January 14 1900 a provincial game and fish warden QUALLINS endorses Dr D Warner s Compound of Seven Cures as a superior blood remedy for toning the system and renewing health Miss Bessie Miles of Plymouth dies at 18 from swallowing weeds her death reportedly caused by ingestion of plant material in childhood
London reports General French occupying Middleburg while General Pole-Carew moves to Brugspruit. About 6000 Boers with wagons and cattle retreat into mountain passes watched by British troops. Baden-Powell besieged at Rustenburg as Fouriesburg fights pass battles. Hunter incurs heavy casualties in Reliefs Nek. Roberts notes a single train captured with 100 Welsh Fusiliers officers and men.
An advertisement by Hsussvorta Bros promotes a patent salve claimed to treat eczema piles sprains and other ailments with broad claims and no verifiable medical backing. The dubious remedy targets a wide range of skin and health issues in a generic seller listing.
Morristown New Jersey reports William Melean and Dolan both suffering lockjaw after fox terrier bites. Melean recovered after injections and hospital discharge. Dolan showed symptoms July 7 and recovered after carbolic acid injections. An unrelated ad for a stomach remedy follows, noting rapid digestion relief.
Joseph Harris of Knoxville Tennessee, a two term state legislator and potential 1950 candidate, is jailed in Lexington on charges of striking a 15 year old girl Fannie Campbell. The girl lay four days in a grave at the Richmond fair under the direction of Professor Leon the hypnotist. Harris says the girl remains hypnotized and under Leon’s influence.
The Rev John F Williams of Anderson sues Sherman Lampkins a church member after lampkins attacked him in a newspaper article. Jerome Bixley 15 of Hammond drowned in Deep River at Hobart after falling from a Nickel Plate bridge while trying to catch a freight train. Tri State Normal at Angola may start a law department next academic year with local attorneys acting as instructors. Milo Berkey near Middlebury injured by a horse. Ditchers for Shaw Kendall Engineering Toledo were discharged after striking for higher wages while working in water up to their waists. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised as a life enhancer.
Reports from Tokio and Shanghai describe Li Ho Keh marching toward Pekin with orders to exterminate Christians, with 2000 to 3000 natives killed and whites barred from escape. European powers urge protection, while diplomats accuse Sheng of duplicity and push for strong action against China.
Part of the German expeditionary force for China sailed on three transports from Bremerhaven. Emperor William with two sons and Chancellor Prince Hohenlohe witnessed the embarkation and delivered a farewell address to the troops.
A vintage advertisement promotes Allen's Foot Base for gloves and hands with claim of superior absorption and a refined toilet powder. Dr. W C Abbott endorses the product in the Chicago Clinic. Available in drug and shoe stores for 25 cents with free samples from Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY.
Mrs. Hermisdas Goulet of Broadstreet in Marlborough gave birth to a daughter listed as No 18 in the family schedule. Seventeen of the children live under one roof, with only one death. The eldest, Hermindas Jr., 25, is married and has one child.
Washington July 30 The secretary of state reports wireless dispatches from Fowler Ameri can consul at Chefu and from McWade Canton and Li Hung Chang Shanghai confirming ministers alive and well and provisions sent to legations. A later message from Li Hung Chang says ministers safe and allied entry unnecessary.
It has been demonstrated by experience that consumption can be prevented by the early use of One Minute Cough Cure. This is the favorite remedy for coughs colds croup laryngitis grippe and all throat and lung troubles. Ouras quickly. Houseworth Bros
Chicago reports a determined raid on Sugar on the Board of Trade with stop orders triggering a 3 point drop in 20 minutes. Rumors of a plant strike surface while Brooklyn Rapid Transit trades at 60 and gains support. Burlington opened higher and Union Pacific showed strength amid a few other quotes.
Eugene Scarlett sought by Constable Yates. after days of evasion he agrees to marry Elzora Stump with Justice Young presiding. The ceremony at the Goshen courthouse is hurriedly held as Yates blocks onlookers, while local watchers recall Jackson township scenery. A cholera infantum remedy endorsement and a Hammond burglary report follow.
Barrington INI resident Lawson Eiidge says Foley's Honey and Tar cured his long standing chronic asthma and relieves symptoms in all cases, urging sufferers not to take substitutes and recommending Houseworth Bros. for purchase.
American jockey Tod Sloan suffers a near serious spill from Mrs Langtry's mare Maluma in London. He escapes major harm and expects to ride again soon but cancels a Goodwood engagement. Franklin hosts two youth clubs the Bachelor club and the Girl Trust. the latter attracts members from the former and deserters face punishment.
A Windsor letter from January 14 1900 praises Dr O D Warner Compound of Seven Cures as a blood purifier and builder of the system. Goshen growers report heavy grain yields with Al Yates noting 268 bushels of rye and Jonas Deardoff 620 bushels from 180 acres of wheat.
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