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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1903
Page
4
A publication notice appears from Truth Publishing House dated Thursday August 27, 1903 announcing release or distribution details for readers and patrons in the period.
The piece argues that future newspapers must pursue truth with advanced newsgathering, citing the Associated Press and Henry Watterson. It discusses the risks of sensationalism and the duty to faithfully report events and public concerns. It also contains a second excerpt praising veteran leaders and reflecting on Civil War loyalties and public trust.
The Grand Rapids Herald argues unions should not press for union only government jobs. It says non union workers deserve representation, civil service exams do not require union membership, and arming unions with hiring supremacy would defy law and public support.
The article notes Mr Bryan's push for potential Democratic nominees for the presidency. It stresses that any candidate must hold a single defining policy, the free silver idea, as the crucial test for high office.
Experts favor Reliance over Shamrock I. Saturday’s race is seen as decisive for the series. Some fear Sir Thomas may never challenge again, while British pride and Walter Kirby doubt American-built boats’ supremacy. Chicago Record-Herald notes the strong American sailing record as a source of national pride.
The Terre Haute Tribune reports rising discontent in Cuba as residents resent wartime burdens and rulers clash with wealthy factions. Observers note the revolutionary spirit spreading in Havana provinces and fear a lengthy, unstable struggle ahead.
The cheerful veteran unit breaks camp in Wisconsin as they wrap up a lengthy tour. Soldiers reflect on service and look ahead to civilian life, while commanders coordinate transportation and reunions.
The Muncie Star lauds John Mitchell as an ideal citizen whose fairness and impartiality could unite labor and management. It credits his leadership with influencing President Roosevelt’s inquiry into the miners’ strike and argues such integrity would advance national progress and trust in organized labor.
The Humbert family faced a remarkable Paris case over Therese d Aurora n g ac s dowry of 100 million francs left by an American Crawford dispute. Loans totaling 56 million francs were extended on the sealed fortune while authorities discovered only jewelry and papers in the safe as the Humberts vanished before the May 9 police intervention.
The president writes to Secretary Cortelyou on Miller's reinstatement in print office, framing the issue as union versus non union labor and urging a balanced view without objection to orderly reintegration. The correspondence treats the matter as a broader labor question rather than a narrow personnel dispute.
The Indianapolis Sentinel reports union leaders charging Miller with bigamy and moral defects. Allegations trace first marriage in 1871 to Schuylkill Pa and a 1889 remarriage to Mary E Knight in Alexandria Va. Other claims claim deceit about stock theft and multiple marriages while still married.
In Indianapolis Aug 24 panic aboard the pleasure steamer Diana ends with the vessel sinking in the canal near Fairview Park. About fifty aboard, thirty dumped into the water. witnesses claim a woman and baby drowned though officials report no confirmed fatalities. Skiffs aided rescues as passengers and crew struggled to reach shore.
Dispatches from Adrianople and Monastir describe massacres and mutilations by Turkish forces and bashi-bazouks across Macedonia. Armenskeo, Krushevo, and Monastir tally dozens of dead, burned villages, and massed atrocities amid a growing revolt and fear of wider war. Consuls protest to the vali as clashes flare near the Bulgarian frontier.
Marcy K. Brown a former prosecuting attorney and prominent Democratic lawyer shot Frank Hunter a shipping clerk after Hunter tried to force entry into Brown s house at 25th and Wyandotte streets Brown fired twice warning shots and a third fatal shot the bullet lodged in Hunters body Hunter likely to recover
A fragment discusses farmers and the nickname jecund as applied by writers. It argues farmers are not praised for jokes or "tickling" the earth, noting that a farmer never raises a crop merely for fun. The piece contrasts novelist stereotypes with the farmer’s practical work.
Read study notes on indigestion remedies and tone improvements. The report highlights methods to strengthen digestion and support overall wellness through targeted routines and dietary considerations.
Opening sale of lots in three new townsites on the Omaha extension of the Chicago Great Western railway will occur on Sept 3 at Tennant Kelby Co Iowa Sept 15 at Bentley Pottawattomie Co Iowa and Sept 22 at McClelland Pottawattomie Co Iowa One fare to Fort Dodge from all points on the railway Special trains from Fort Dodge to townsites day of sales fare 1 round trip Special train from Council Bluffs to town sites fare 50 cents round trip For full particulars see bills or address Edwin B Magill Mer Townsite Dept Fort Dodge Iowa 24-26-29-31-2-5-83&w
Town Talk outlines development of new towns on the Omaha extension of the Chicago Great Western railway. Free copy offered by Edwin B. Magill, Merchandise Dept., Fort Dodge.
Advert shows Russ Bleaching Blue cleaning product for grocery shoppers, emphasizing quality for households. Mentions price 10c and availability at good grocers.
City collects overdue real estate personal property and poll taxes sewer and street assessments and cemetery note interest. Call at the city treasurer office East Franklin Street to adjust accounts with receipts to save further expense. Edward A Campbell City Treasurer. 3w-8-20.
Many people avoid feather beds for sanitary reasons and consider selling or disposing of them. The message hints at buyers like Dew My seeking to purchase such items from the public.
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