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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1900
Page
2
August 6 report outlines the auctioning style of candidates for judge. It explains how the process is conducted and the dynamics of the political bidding. The piece analyzes strategies, timelines, and key players without sensational detail.
The article reports a decision to nominate judges and prosecuting attorney for Elkhart and La Grange counties at township primaries on a common day with ballots following an Australian style plan. It covers campaign factions led by Cap tain Chamberlain and Dodge supporters, the convention rules, leaders named, and early ballot results showing Vail leading with Ferrall and Chamberlain trailing.
A mixed patch of items reports Kinzy harvesting 40 oz tomatoes from Henderson seeds, Cudahy pipeline plans sixteen miles of branch line near Phoenix station, and Jasper county relaying it. Other notes include a railroad accident in Ligonier, a Fort Wayne engineer in Green River, and bicyclists from Salt Lake City touring to Muncie.
At Shipshewana the judicial convention adopted a rule to choose future judge and prosecutor candidates by delegate conventions. Joseph D. Ferrall emerged as the likely circuit judge if elected, planning to move from LaGrange to Goshen. Dodge and Chamberlain figures stirred late- ballot shifts, with Chamberlain hailed for integrity. Elkhart County nominations favored Hile for prosecutor.
Ed Shannon a known boxer tried to break up a street fight in Shipshewana yesterday. He was nearly choked to death as a bystander crowd gathered. Shannon collapsed and lay unconscious for about an hour before reviving and recovering.
Caiger from this city arrived late by special car at Michigan City prison after traveling from the south via the Monon route. Officials indicate Caiger is causing trouble and plans for stricter discipline are being prepared.
A Lake Shore wreck near Sandusky Bay early today left no fatalities but injuries to score or more. No. 3 fast mail train rails spread after crossing the draw, sending mail cars into eight feet of water and a day coach hanging on the embankment. seven mail clerks escaped by breaking windows and many passengers were rescued with some seriously hurt. Albert Maul of Chicago described the scene and survivors aided by others. No. 3 due in Elkhart at 5:05 a.m.
J G Klein reported a bicycle stolen from Second and Pigdon streets. A frame was found in the St Joe river by boys, later identified by Klein at Brown's shop. The thief likely removed parts to avoid identification. Klein pursues the case and suspects an organized gang.
A severe storm damaged street railway wiring with a city car fire and lights out at the Lake Shore crossing. Lightning struck a Pratt street telegraph pole, breaking an insulator. Telegraph, telephone, and fire alarm lines suffered outages. Fire Chief Sanford repaired fuse No.2 on Riverside. Two barns east of Goshen, one owned by Jonathan Schrock and the other by Jacob Greff, were struck. Greff’s bank barn burned completely, stock saved. Losses near $2,000 with partial insurance coverage from Elkhart County Mutual.
Advertisement notes burdock blood bitters strengthen and tone the stomach, claim they make indigestion impossible and improve health by aiding digestion.
William Haig aged 78 died at his Bristol residence from heart disease. Born in India and long a sailor, he once transcribed Marion county’s early records in Indianapolis. He leaves wife Mary A. McVitty of Goshen and a daughter. she died suddenly in Goshen at age 72.
The second star framework for the new Lake Shore is being erected today but progress has stalled due to a lack of materials. Officials say work has moved slowly this week while supply issues are addressed.
The Machinists Aid report a break in at 1005 Mason Street. A screen was cut and a basemen t window used to enter. A daughter’s purse with $15, Mr Nelson’s pants and pockets, a silver watch and gold chain were stolen. The thief appeared to know the premises and aimed for a larger haul.
Twelve coaches left from the lake shore area at 9 oclock with machinists heading to St Joe. Rain spoiled the planned parade as the band sheltered under awnings and fireworks were dampened. By morning sun the Wood band reappeared on Main Street as a large crowd gathered at the depot. About 400 from Hart and many more were present at South Bend and Mishawaka for the outing.
Prizes were awarded by the Elkhart cigar store for the Ordinand cigar contest. Thomas Monschien received a trip to Mackinac on return and one week’s expenses paid. Houseworth placed second with $20. Ja Bee took third with $15. Brodrick and H. Gil Martin tied for fifth with $5.
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