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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1900
Page
4
The Weekly Truth published by Truth Publishing House informs readers of its Thursday edition and how to subscribe. Subscriptions cost one dollar per year and deliver to any post office in the United States or Canada.
A 1900 column urges voters to avoid passion and prejudice in campaigns. It counsels reading both sides, prioritizing personal welfare, and judging politicians by deeds over rhetoric, warning against reckless party loyalty and urging prudent support for the party that brings prosperity.
A Terre Haute report notes twenty rolling mill workers voyaged to Durango Mexico to work due to idle local mills amid wage scale disputes. Hess writes his brother describing hardship and criticizing free silver, claiming prices in Mexico far exceed Terre Haute costs and longing to return home.
An Indianapolis News editorial counsels calm behavior in midsummer heat. It urges avoiding worry and steady, quiet work to prevent strain, promoting an equable mindset as the key to comfort and productivity.
The passage advises staying calm and avoiding rushing, walking in shade, using umbrellas, avoiding excessive water intake, not overeating, and taking digestive care to gain benefit and pleasure from hot periods. It emphasizes carefulness and patience to manage discomfort.
In a Wednesday evening address at Tomlinson Hall Bryan revisits the 1896 gold and silver debate calling the money question the defining issue. He argues the Republicans dodge the silver topic and warns they will fear it as campaigns unfold.
An editorial voice condemns circulating rumors that Truth renewed a Nappanee liquor license notice. It asserts no newspaper or truthful person has claimed Truth committed the offense and denounces the irresponsible spread of such allegations as unfounded.
Ex-president Vivi Don Carlos Hzeta of San Salvador is under judgment in Oakland for 205 as Scott McKeown and Clem Studebaker’s son-in-law have their goods attached in Los Angeles. The text hints at potential thrifty gains from a dime museum.
The speaker calls on the city council to remove nuisance shops beyond city limits. Disease and death lurk in the air around junk shops and hide and tallow em poriums, with long lasting sorrow if nuisances persist. Action is needed now, not contemplation.
The piece urges mothers to improve preparation and cleanliness in the mill to prevent harm to babies. It argues small extra care at this time of year can prevent sorrow and protect infant health.
The city council plans to study placarding at street corners to help strangers know their locations. Officials say reforms should be carried out one by one to satisfy the public.
The public relief grows as Mr Debs accepts the nomination, ending the ongoing uncertainty. Reports note earlier discomfort from thermometer failures reflecting broader unrest and doubt.
The Truth was the sole Elkhart county newspaper to publish Bryan's speech on the day of publication and the first in the congressional district to print it in full.
The Review is congratulated on its birthday marking more than twenty five years as a daily paper. It notes the publication’s sustained reputation and its status as the pioneer daily newspaper of this section.
A dry remark suggests Secretary Hay would rather have more bullets than cheer from Minister Conger as tensions rise and military concerns loom. The quote hints at strained relations and a readiness for conflict.
Turnman's shirt waist line has drawn attention in South Bend with next week expected to showcase Brothers Stoll and Miller models wearing new lingerie designs.
The Goshen News signals disapproval of Anthony Deahl running for state senate, presenting a stance aligned with its preferred Republican perspective.
An unnamed speaker claims Hades will be moved to LaGrange County tomorrow, reflecting a cryptic, possibly allegorical message. The remark centers on a proposed relocation or destiny assignment tied to the county in question.
The combatants Daty and Clark have begun fighting in Montana and will operate with ample funds for months, signaling sustained conflict. The milestone implies prolonged operations and no immediate financial restraint in the region.
A fragment notes that after next day's convention in Shipshewana broken glass will be cleared and grass may grow again, implying cleanup actions following the event.
The line notes that at this time the New York climate is very charming to the good Mr. Neely, implying a favorable weather appreciation or mood around his presence in the city.
The report notes that the DreWeT condition is provoking significant insomnia among British forces stationed in South Africa, impacting readiness and daily routines. The article highlights unnamed military officials expressing concern over ongoing sleep disruption and potential effects on operations.
MESSAGES FROM GONGER. Consul Ragsdale reports a cipher from Minister Conger saying the Chinese government seeks to force withdrawal from Pekin and cannot be compelled without troops. State Department confirms receipt of Conger Wu dispatch. Secretary Root says it does not alter or heighten China tensions.
Negotiations in China between the imperial government and European forces continue to arrange terms for handing over foreigners in Pekin to the allied army. The transfer point inside or outside Pekin walls remains in dispute with Li Hung Chang set to offer settlement terms, reparation, indemnity, and punishment for officials. A new governance plan may place ten native viceroys under a European supreme head.
From St Petersburg dated August 15 General Linovitch reports the allied column forming Vanguard on August 7 after Yang-Tsun. A Siberian regiment, Bothnia Cossacks, three Japanese infantry battalions, one Japanese sapper company, and an American mounted battery advanced despite bad roads. They engaged a Chinese detachment at Nan Tsai Tung about forty-nine miles from Pekin. The Chinese surrendered after an hour and a half of combat as the allies pressed forward in three columns with Cossacks leading and on the flanks.
Secret inquiries from Canton report forts armed with 12 centimeter disappearing guns and garrisons of 18 000, Mausers and Winchesters. China seeks a foreign electrician to lay mines at the Canton harbor entrance as Gen Chaffee’s Aug 9 arrival at Ho Si Wu is noted as latest allied advance news.
Aug 6 dispatch reports the emperor approving plans to retake Tientsin and the Taku forts. Gen Dorward leads defenders. Chinese reinforcements arrive from the south amid viceroy intrigues. Reformist moves threaten half a million officials. A later note says allied forces reach Pekin and a revenue cutter saves a ship from rocks near Newport.
Harry Loomis sues for 10000 dollars alleging serious injuries from a street car collision in Ellbart. He claims negligence by the road's employer and cites a deep forehead cut bruises to the head and body torn ligaments and heavy medical bills.
Fred Warner formerly of Bristol was arrested for using profane language and will face a hearing before Judge Blake. Other items note municipal plans in St Joseph Mich and Niles area, pension grant to Silas Reese, church anniversaries, a missing hotel clerk with $250, and a fatal hunting accident in Noblesville. The county counts debt at North Manchester College and local officials order prisoner labor on streets.
Word arrives that Miss Jennie Tomlinson daughter of Rev S J Tomlinson died at Mercy Hospital Benton Harbor at 11 30 AM after an operation for intussusception. She was visiting with her parents and funeral is set for 10 30 AM tomorrow from the family home. The First Christian Church and Rev Tomlinson's congregation mourn a radiant young member.
A man tours the county selling rights to install straight rail fences and threatening to levy royalties on farmers using such fences. He allegedly lacks legal authority and may be collecting money under false pretenses.
The bucket and tub factory at South Whitley was destroyed by fire on Thursday morning. The cause is unknown. The plant, rebuilt after a previous blaze, was a major local asset and its loss will be keenly felt.
Public notice announces repairs to the steel bridge over the St. Joseph river in Bristol Indiana. Replanking new stringers and repainting are planned with proposals due September 3 at 2 pm in the county auditor's office. bids to be opened by the county board, which may reject all bids.
The Starke County oil boom brings new dollars to the region. Capt Bartlett of Dayton claims to be the first white child born in Berrien county. Reports note a Mishawaka 16 year old girl with shoplifting tendencies. May Dennison of Benton and Manassas Moyer to fill Goshen schools vacancies. Census projections for Goshen sit around 7 800. In Coldwater William Burns home burned and his 15 month old child perished. An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure as a remedy endorsed by mothers and used by families.
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