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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1910
Page
4
The Elkhart Truth lists delivery and subscription rates in city and mail options with payments to the carrier and a reminder to report missed deliveries. It notes all advertising and communications must arrive by 10 o clock to insure publication that day.
T W D Albers Elkhart Truth manager swears the bona fide average daily circulation for July 1910 was 2914 excluding sample copies spoilt prints and unsold copies. Notary James B Holland certifies the oath dated August 2 1910 in Elkhart Indiana.
Truth is on sale at Timmins' Opera House Book Store and Knevels' Book Store, and E. D. Miller's South End Drug Store. Cor South Main and St Joe Streets.
On August 11 historical notes include Martin Frobisher entering a strait, Savannah evacuated by Britain in 1780, Ursuline convent destroyed in 1824, Benjamin Tillman born in 1847, French troops in Tampico in 1863, Grant visiting Boston, Secretary William A. Graham's death, Mars moons discovered, Toronto to Montreal railway opening, Cardinal Newman’s death, Charles S. Mellen’s 1897 rise, and irrigation criticisms of Secretary Ballinger.
Sir Henry Howard, veteran British diplomat, born August 11 1845, began service in 1865 and served in Russia Denmark France China and Greece. He led the British legation at The Vogue and was a prominent figure at the first Peace Conference. He has been named as a possible successor to...
Sir James Bryck Tit Ile retires as ambassador to the United States. He remains engaged with American affairs, having served as an attache at the British legation in Washington in 1867. He married that year the daughter of the late George W. Riggs of Washington.
An editorial from Collier’s August 12 argues health officials clashed with business boosters over banning public drinking cups. It condemns anti hygiene resistance, praises bubbling fountains, and notes tourists’ interests tied to the town’s dry history and hospitality image.
Records show 3 149 divorces granted to wives in 1909 and 1 025 to husbands. In crime counts 1 177 felonies convicted, 1 895 misdemeanors convicted, 1 120 liquor law violations, with 7 426 cases tied and 2 008 dismissed. Naturalizations reached 174, intentions 1 987. Germany led native naturalizations. Russia and Poland tied for second.
The notice promotes county fair entries beyond livestock claiming households can earn money by exhibiting their own work. It cites a family entering many items from cattle to crafts and notes substantial prize money across classes.
Classified note lists sale items horse wagon survey and gas range with contact at 52d James street Home phone 1124 two rings. Bill Ordway, a longtime farmhand, complains farmers now pay 60 a month and board to run cars, contrasting with his 20 a month and board. He notes automobile owners do not work daylight to sundown.
A Wisconsin man patents a device for manual training use that can be converted into a work bench by clamping it to the top of two desks. The innovation aims to repurpose a toy structure into a practical work area.
Democrats will dominate in 1,852 of 3,178 precincts for the upcoming campaign, with control spread across boards in Marion, Miami, Bartholomew and other counties. County clerks and boards of county commissioners shape inspector and precinct leadership, while 443 precincts will deploy voting machines in November.
The advocate of a permanent auditorium argues the project remains feasible despite changes in management and the city park transfer. He notes early promoter W P Stanton and other citizens funded initial auditorium plans and expresses confidence that public support and financing could revive the effort if a suitable site is secured.
Elkhart city law bans throwing glass broken ware rubbish ashes garbage or filth on public streets with a fine of not less than 1 nor more than 1 for each conviction. Complaints had risen as debris harmed pedestrians and drivers but garbage has declined due to local cooperation andGarbage men efforts improving street cleanliness and the city beautiful.
Final arrangements are underway for a Tented City nightly event next week under the ladies Auxiliary to Clark Hospital. Mr and Mrs W U Clarke of Chicago arrived to direct the affair. The Fifth and Franklin streets grounds will be prepared in coming days as a large meeting at Mrs Co C Hill’s on High street Friday seeks broad organizational support.
Under the superior court authority Walter Brown is named receiver for Star Match company to inventory Sitar Match assets. Debris cleanup and salvage removal began after a fire razed the factory. no orders to resume or rebuild have been issued. The future of the business in Davenport is uncertain while salvage values are appraised.
A Californian inventor creates a pencil sharpener modeled on scissors. One lever end holds the pencil in a cube while the opposite end carries a knife blade that slices the wood to sharpen the writing point.
Walley and Son Undertakers report the body of Harry R. Morehouse, who died in Denver, will arrive in Felkhart Friday night or Saturday morning. He is survived by his widow and her father Frank Dickerholst. Funeral plans are completed and a Sunday service is expected. Morehouse was a member of the Boon Lake and Kane Lodge, ALM.
State of Indiana Elkhart county appoints Mary F. Shupert as administratrix of the estate of Henry L. Shupert deceased late of Elkhart County Ind The estate is alleged to be solvent Perry E Turner attorney announces administration date 11 18 25.
Notice states Walter Brown was appointed receiver by Elkhart Superior Court on August 10 1910 for Star Match Company. Skinner and Wider serve as attorneys.
A Massachusetts preacher predicts baseball in heaven and suggests a novel compromise for Island park advertising blocks. Propose chiseling ads on the blocks then turning the underside to reveal the ad, satisfying both sides without defacing sidewalk art.
Local socialists plan an Elkhart county campaign kickoff Friday at 7 20 pm at Main and High streets. Ralph Korngold, noted for shaping Milwaukee into a socialist stronghold, will speak. Organizers say they have encouragement and expect a big rise in activity this year to boost the party’s influence.
The mayor is in a larger room and chats with visitors while focusing on recovery. He remains conscious and able to speak though hoarseness and throat irritation persist. Acting Mayor Mitchel reports hopeful signs and no new news beyond good prospects for recovery.
Trends for Edward Walley and Elmer Heltrick have been filed as sinking fund commissioners appointed by Mayor Ghester. Heltrick serves a four year term and Walley a two year term. commissioners will assume duties today or tomorrow. Russia ranks third among European nations in cotton spindles with over eight million in operation.
An old advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Pills are a tonic in quality and action. It lists quick results for backache headache dizziness nervousness urinary irregularities and rheumatism and notes sale by all druggists.
A Scottish mariner says he created an automobile steering device using electricity from a compass to hold a vessel on a determined course while allowing normal helm operation when needed.
Winona Lake hosted a water carnival dubbed Venetian Night drawing 7 600 to 10 000 Elkhart residents and visitors. A float accident caused a girl to ignite her clothing on a near shore display. flames were extinguished and she was rescued. Special trains and trolley trips ferried crowds to the resort for the event.
A late night arrival carried a heavy passenger list of returning Elkhart residents, arriving shortly after midnight yesterday.
The Roper Commandery team won the first prize at a large demonstration, with six-footers in cream moleskin and scarlet and gold facings. General George W. Moulton announced the awards at the Congress Hotel as thousands watched, with bands, drills, and a reception at the Stratford Hotel.
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