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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1900
Page
4
The article notes the Tribune’s six year milestone and its continued advancement in the field. It mentions Charles Denby of Evansville supporting MecKinley’s nomination for vice president and recalls a neighboring exchange’s democratic interests.
The article notes the critical illness of George M. Allen, former editor of the Terre Haute Express, in Washington due to overwork and worry. It mentions Henderson county Texas citizens sent to the penitentiary for participating via Lynchings, and comments on Texas standing from northern perspectives.
Veteran newspaperman Cnakipes Pew writes a series on Michigan City's early days in the Dispatch. New writer Hoster Powell adds fresh pieces from the state, with a lively tone and balanced coverage.
The Argus Bulletin damps its mood after engine troubles disrupt production. Publishers voice frustration at the recurring breakdowns while claiming the breakdown harms papers nationwide and highlights fragile press logistics.
Vague notes suggest tension within Elknart over city civil engineering matters. The discarded lines imply questions about Cor drey and predecessors. Historical references hint at Republican engineers and prior disputes, with no clear fault found in the review process.
An observer describes a Wabash child swallowing six free patent medicine samples after thefts by admirers distributing samples to four sisters. A physician saved the child, highlighting that unregulated free distribution must be curbed by law to prevent such dangers.
Local chatter suggests Joseph Farrall may relocate to Goshen if elected. Campaign manager confirms consideration of the move, while Farrall has not publicly denied the claim. The truth remains uncertain as circulated reports persist.
A county convention adopted a resolution signed by B. F. Deat and others praising the Golden Democrat for upholding democratic principles as outlined in the Kansas City platform of July 4, 1900. The item lauds the paper as the county democracy’s main organ and urges liberal support. The piece notes the paper will continue to report truthfully without fear.
The seventeenth annual reunion of the 30th Indiana veterans will meet in Cromwell on Thursday September 20, 1900. South Bend anticipates autobus lines and related conveniences for attendees.
A suburban couple faces a night-time burglary thwarted by a window sash. Marjory and George, short of furnishings, witness Slippery Dick captured after the escape attempt, yielding an $8 reward that funds their drawing room. The police note the trap but joke over the missing hair.
J Cresser or GH10 of TerRro. Lrcas COUNTY swears he is senior partner of PR J. Cressy & Co and that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for any case cured by Catarrh Cure. Sworn before A W Glinason, secretary, this 6th day. Druggists sell Hall's Catarrh Cure and Itali's Powder Pills.
Soudan Manufacturing aims to become a major Northern Indiana industry. A proposed stock move with the New York based Eisenhuth group advances after counter offers, signaling new capital, more workers, longer hours, and renewed prosperity for the enterprise.
Mr Wm Moone of 540 Aspenwold Avenue baggapemuan on the Lake Shore railroad credits Dean's Kidney Pills with curing his kidney troubles after trying many remedies. He notes relief after two boxes and urges others to buy the pills at 50 cents per box. Also promotes Dean's Ointment for skin ailments with a free sample offer from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York.
John A. LeRue files for divorce against Mamie LeRue alleging separation in 1889 after five years of marriage on May 12, 1892. He cites cruelty and profane language, accusations of infidelity with one Smith, and seeks custody of two children Velda 5 and Almeda 3. Chamberlain Turner represents the plaintiff.
A 16 year old accused thief Harry Watters vanished after robbing Howard Hopkins of 400 dollars in Goshen. Sheriff Elliott and Deputy Gallien pursue a hot trail with sightings from Elkheart to Toledo and Milersburg Maryland as Watters reportedly plans to buy a bowling alley.
The passage notes that happiness comes from cheerful people who see the bright side of life. It contrasts the grumbler’s death with the loss of perpetual sunshine and how the world mourns such a figure.
Eighteen months ago Olive township trustees appointed Jacob Pippinger to fill an unexpired term. Republicans seek renomination. Auditor Berkey obtained an attorney general opinion confirming Pippinger’s eligibility, so he will be nominated.
In Brady township near Vicksburg a young man Walter Huntingtown struck John Guthrie with a stone during a melon patch dispute. Guthrie suffered a crushed skull and trephination removed bone fragments. The fracture’s outcome is uncertain and no arrests have been made.
John Roberts of Kokomo was struck by a train three weeks ago and presumed dead, then revived. He now walks with a fractured skull and multiple broken bones after surviving two railroad smashups and being run down by engines four times, with a collarbone repeatedly broken and never set.
Good attendance marked the St Joe conference of the radical branch of the United Brethren church held in Laketon. Local ministers and attendees gathered for meetings and discussions within the Laketon event.
Goshen residents await the outcome as Wallace, who vowed to turn Goshen into a stamp revenue hub, leaves the city with a seven hour head start. Officials from the revenue office and federal agents searched for him, finding no location where he sought funds. Wallace, who claimed kinship to Gen. Lew Wallace, vanished amid unaccounted wealth.
A two story frame store owned by Hartman Brothers Moses W Chares Wesley Hartman and Wesley Hartman’s residence were both destroyed by fire. The blaze damaged Cr Craig’s rooms above the store. Loss totals 3060 with 1600 insured. Fire erupted about 3 o clock.
A new Pleasant Ridge M E church northeast of Goshen was dedicated after costing about 1800 dollars. The 250 seat edifice hosted about 400 per service as Rev W P Herron led the dedication with Rev Dr W D Parr of Ft Wayne and Rev Herron and Rev Middleton of Elkhart assisting. A remaining balance of 450 dollars was due but 466 dollars was raised at the services leaving the congregation debt free.
An infant son of Henry Probst a South Bend meat dealer fell into a pail of scalding water Saturday evening and died the next day from burns.
At a Muncie meeting delegates from labor unions discussed raising funds for a city hospital by a $1 per member assessment. There are about 3,500 union members with favorable support. A Democratic and allied group will gather Sept 6 at Johnson School for township and election business.
Willis M. Shaw sued the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern railway in Kosciusko circuit court. The case, tried several times and last at Warsaw, was settled out of court with $2,500 cash and about $150 in refunded witness fees. The original judgment of $3,000 was dismissed after the railroad appealed and then abandoned the appeal.
Mrs. L H Beyerle of Goshen received a telegram Sunday saying Mr Beyerle is very ill at Coal Creek Tennessee. She left yesterday for the south. The Telegram traveled 24 hours and 10 minutes. Mail service and trains take a little over 24 hours between the points.
The C G Conan band instrument factory completes a gold cornet for Joan Paley, England’s leading cornetist. The instrument is described as a masterwork of workmanship and beauty, bringing pride to Col Conn and Prof. Pulse.
Enecel Dodge of Goshen stopped in Elkhart area on Saturday night and woke to severe pain from a spider bite on his face. He reports swelling on his face chest and heart as investigators confirm the bite and the danger it poses.
A woman with ample coins disrupted a Goshen private home by undressing then leaving. She claimed she was journeying from Posey County to Arkansas and must stop in Goshen on the way. She appeared unsettled and departed in the morning.
Marriage licenses have been issued to Montelle Tl Wissinger age 23 and Ruby L Philippi age 20 both of Ceo shen and Jess Huffman age 2 and Pearl May Hager age 20 both of Kikhart.
Local notes report multiple residents improving from illness and visiting relatives. A large crowd traveled to Chicago for the G A R encampment, with several families hosting visitors over the weekend.
Eliza Stroup transfers 40 acres in Clinton to W H Stroup et al for 25 dollars. Mahala E Dunbar sells a Elihart lot to Daniel Giess for 1200 dollars. IF Shum and wife sale Olive land to Omar F Neff for 880 dollars. Carrie H Snider conveys Elkhart lots to Henry J Snider for 1 dollar. Robert P Snider transfers to Lorenson Hall. Perry E Murphy and wife sell land to Ezra D aid Lillie Lovejoy for 700 dollars. Daniel P Kurtz and wife sell a Elkhart lot to Sarah Yoder for 1800 dollars. Charles E Paxson and wife sell Elkhart lot to John W Fieldhouse for 450 dollars. John Guipa and wife sell an Elkhart lot to John W Fieldhouse for 1100 dollars.
A fragment notes Mrs Austin wearing a dress described as fine silk for a pew event. No additional context or details are provided about the occasion or source.
The text warns that frequent rain followed by hot sun creates a torrid climate that breeds illness. It urges utmost care to keep clean and notes foul odors from alleys barns and backyards pose health risks. City cleanliness in all areas is urged to prevent epidemics.
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