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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1902
Page
4
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The piece argues prosperity harms workers when profits concentrate, urging compulsory arbitration to resolve labor disputes. It notes Senator Hanna’s opposition, cites organized capital as a barrier, and calls for laws balancing profits with workers’ welfare.
The piece asserts Cuba favors straining ties with the United States over sugar and tobacco tariffs and hints at a possible move to annex Cuba. It warns that large American interests may push for annexation through manipulation, urging honest Cuban consent instead.
The Baldwin polar expedition failed to achieve any notable result and drew sharp criticism for quarrelling and overloading with provisions. Rear Admiral Melville condemns dilettante explorers who retreat at the first obstacle, arguing true heroism requires pluck and endurance.
Russia stands accused of dominating global resources through vast forest, mine, agricultural holdings and extensive railway interests. The article claims Russia earns around forty five million roubles from land, ninety million pounds from railways, and four hundred million dollars from taxed business ventures, highlighting its unmatched economic reach.
The piece argues Bryan remains a tempting but unsuitable choice for the presidential nomination. It cites his East tour and Mason City speech claiming he could not refuse, noting his sincerity and organizing ability while claiming he cannot be elected and lacks key qualifications. It compares him to a kite with a heavy tail, fixed on the Kansas City platform and the silver issue.
Delegates gathered in Washington to address the food question and adopted a resolution urging policy actions. The conference included prominent participants from the retail meat trade and related sectors.
A reform proposal argues federal duties on cattle and meat products should be eliminated or eased to avoid hardship during price spikes. It cites a two cent per pound beef duty as blocking Argentine cattle imports and enabling the beef trust to control markets, urging action by the U.S. government.
A call for freedom to work and for organized labor within the law while condemning mob violence. The piece argues strikes and lockouts harm workers and proposes exclusive arbitration courts to settle differences without loss of employment or business disruption.
Reverend J R Wilson told children at Ocean Grove New Jersey that money and wealth are not the chief aim of life. He argued riches bring misery to workers and that contentment should be the goal rather than grinding others to amass wealth.
A critical column mocks Senator Hanna as money driven and self serving while claiming to aid workers. It argues his wealth stems from others toil and his labor sympathy is a public performance, noting tariffs subsidies and taxation favor the rich.
A garbled piece notes labor troubles surrounding the anthracite coal strike. It mentions hastening enactment of arbitration law and a United States judge endorsing organizations from the region, but the text is fragmentary and hard to parse for specifics.
A court of arbitration weighed the controversy over a raise for a miner and his family. While pending a settlement, miners stayed at work risking loss of wages due to opposing opinions.
A Goshen trip report describes an elderly woman on an Elkhart interurban car who constantly expe tates phlegm onto newspaper fragments between window sills. The act endangers others and prompts health officials to condemn such practices, urging removal from public transit when necessary.
The piece argues Archbishop Ireland should stay out of politics amid debates over President Roosevelt policies in the Philippines. It cautions prominent church figures against public backing political figures, contending religion, and politics should remain separate to avoid power seeks and aid to welfare.
The South Bend Brick organ says Congressman Brick will appear before his constituents at the proper time to define his stance on major issues and show what he has accomplished in three years in Washington. The notice emphasizes the value lies in the information about his work for, and for the country.
The South Bend Times editors urge Mr. Brick to state his current attitude toward the trust issue rather than repeating two years old remarks. The paper argues his clear position is needed now and criticizes lack of a definite stance.
A Cleveland prophecy predicts Elkhart destruction but hopes it is postponed until after the carnival. The forecast suggests only Boss Brown may be doomed with a date set for early November.
A partisan diary note argues that Boss Brown should drop attacks on Polish leaders and pursue conciliatory actions before the election. The piece stresses dignity and seeks a shift toward constructive engagement rather than repeating untrue charges.
The piece notes that many leading Republicans are engaging in mudslinging as Democrats face criticism over attacks on Brick, suggesting cross-party mudslinging is common in the affair.
The fragment discusses Mr Brick's alleged remedy of trust evil and the question it raises about his attitude toward trust reform. It reflects a defense stance within an organizational context and hints at civic scrutiny during a period of reform.
A cautious inquiry examines Attorney General Knox in a heated clash with wealthy interests. The record suggests no one has cried foul in the dispute over alleged abuses and personal remarks.
Murray Defferdorf aged 29 describes riding the Lake Shore train on the trucks near Rolling Prairie. He was dragged ten miles to South Bend, losing left cheek and suffering a broken right arm and other bruises. A separate item notes a highway robbery spree with four outlaws hijacking ten vehicles and pockets of victims near Guthrie Oklahoma on August 13.
Weather reports indicate central areas have fair conditions with rains improving in the North. Potato crop prospects look good overall, though low spots in the North risk rot from excess moisture. Apple and other fruits, including plums and grapes, will likely be light. Vegetables stay generally good but need rain in the South.
Mrs J W Clark of 208 Monroe St Elkhart Ind reports two years after a paralysis stroke she suffered nervousness and insomnia but after using Dr A W Chase s Nerve Pills she sleeps well again and her health improves she recommends the medicine 50c a box with the doctor s portrait and signature on every package.
Prince Obolenski governor of Kharkov was shot four times in the Tivoli gardens city avenue. A bullet hit his neck causing a slight wound and another wounded police chief Bessonoff in the foot. The shooter was arrested.
Pana Illinois August 18 Mayor R B Temple of Taylorville quit as mayor saying his new position as agent for a large Kansas immigration company requires him to be away from the city most of the time.
In Dalton Illinois on August 13 Jacob Menzelar age four was found dead in a cistern behind his residence after being left alone while parents worked in a nearby field.
Fire destroyed the Armour Packing company plant at Clifton and McCall streets in Memphis on August 13. The loss was about 118,700 dollars with 1688 insured, and the firm was uninsured.
William J. Lee, buyer of Phoenix Iron Works, was arrested in Trenton N J after throwing a stone through a window of the Trenton Trust and Safe Deposit Co. He is to be held for several days while his family’s plan to have his sanity examined proceeds. A drowning tragedy also reported near Lakeside Park in Port Huron Mich when Alice Morley of Chicago, 21, drowned in an overturned rowboat. Her brother Charles and cousin Lester McDonald were paid.
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