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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1903
Page
4
The article analyzes Senator Fairbanks’ alleged indorsement of Roosevelt. It notes a Washington statement praising Roosevelt while hinting the text masks a lack of true support. It suggests the indorsement served to calm critics and align with McKinley era policy rather than Roosevelt's own advances.
A Chicago Chronicle anecdote recalls a married man asking a friend for a dollar to avoid lying to his wife about funds borrowed. The friend challenges the ethics and the liar’s dilemma, noting that borrowing to cover a lie still implies deceit.
A reporter notes a wedding in the Philadelphia Press with a remark about the groom being upset as the couple will reside at the Old Manse a family homestead outskirts. The Snake Editor quips that the paper’s wording reads Old Man’s.
A local grocer promotes Russ Bleaching Blue with a boastful claim of superior quality and 10 cent prices. The ad warns against cheap imitations to lure shoppers.
Treasurer Hamilton Fish assistant treasurer of the United States underwent an appendectomy at his New York City home. Officials report he is progressing satisfactorily after the operation and is in good condition.
Antique grocery line mentions Good Housekeepers favor Russ Bleaching product as a suggested item in a 10 cent sale listing.
Washington reports show Representative Cushman of Washington rushed back to claim mileage fees after taking an oath for the extra session. As Congress adjourns for a few days, the House and Senate jockey over Cuban bill debates amid light activity and sharp exchanges.
Public debt at November 30, 1903 stood at 925,829,410 dollars after cash deduction, up 5,426,909 for the month. Interest bearing debt totaled 902,911,240. noninterest bearing 390,898,879. certificates and notes offset by 961,208,869 cash. Cash in treasury 1,398,957,932 with demand liabilities 1,029,720,503 leaving 369,237,429 cash on hand.
The director of the mint reports November coinage at the U S mints totaled 10 425 120 dollars. Gold amounted to 8 794 600 dollars and silver to 1 401 000 dollars with 229 520 dollars in minor coins. Additionally 14 981 823 silver pieces were minted for the Philippines and 1 400 000 for Venezuela.
Francis J. Kilkenny of Chicago, who arrived with Charles G. Dawes when he became comptroller of the currency, has been promoted by Mr. Ridgely and Mr. Dawes after a competitive examination.
The senate has received nominations including John P Dickinson of Colorado for secretary of public moneys at Hugo Colorado with a salary of 3600 dollars per year. Dickinson is endorsed by South Haven Michigan.
Washington Dec 2 Herman A Phillips of Chicago assistant journal clerk of the house will probably be appointed journal clerk at a salary of 3600 dollars per year He is endorsed by Representative Mann.
Mamie La Mar Rogers, buried underground in a hypnotic trance for six days, is dying from a combination of consumption, pneumonia and typhoid. After two days in the coffin the casket filled with water was found. she was reburied and appeared to survive. She claims to be from Peoria Illinois and a native of France while pressing charges against colleagues she accuses of attempting to cheat her promised reward.
In Sheboygan Wisconsin the Fair department store is wiped out by a blaze. Loss estimated at 100000. Fireman Howard Gerber suffers a fractured skull and three broken ribs after a wall collapse. Brother John Gerber also severely injured by a trap door fall. Store owners are David Nadelson and Max Winnick. Building owned by Gelee Hardware Company.
James B. Miller, brother-in-law of Jay Gould, refuses to aid his wife in financial distress. He helped the receiver post notices advertising the forced sale of Mrs Isabel Miller’s Rye farm on the old Joseph Jefferson homestead in Hohokus New Jersey.
Dr. J. V. Jay is found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to thirty years at hard labor for the killing of his three children in Asheville North Carolina. The physician’s mental state was cited as a factor.
Portland Ore Dec 2 reports that gold in ample quantities to cover dredging costs may be recovered from sands removed by the government dredge Chinook at the Columbia River bar.
Tien Tsin December 2 high officials here attach great importance to the British expedition to Thibet and even express the view that the ultimate outcome will be the handing over of all Thibet to Great Britain.
Ed Holly and Joseph Wright, ballplayers, obtained judgment by default against the Peoria Western League Baseball Association in a suit claiming wages due.
Yellow fever in Laredo Texas is nearly over with 1,025 recorded cases and 99 deaths during the outbreak. The situation has vastly improved as the epidemic wanes.
The Imperial scientific station honored an American beer with its highest award for superiority. The announcement notes the global scope of the competition and the selection of the American product amid entries from many regions.
London dispatch cites Port of Spain saying the British West Indian squadron will not depart for La Guaira Venezuela. The cable denies the Venezuela voyage plan reported by Trinidad officials.
Report from Richmond Virginia December 2 notes messengers on the Western Union Telegraph strike against wage reductions. Company manpower is being filled by Black workers as replacements amidst the dispute.
Federal authorities take control of Zion City industries including a lace factory and bank amid insolvency allegations against Dowie. Receivers Fred Blount and Albert Currier, with Deputy Udell, move to operate the plants while closing the bank pending investigation. Dowie defends the financial health and independence of Zion City.
Frederick Strube admits he killed his sweetheart Alice Henninger after a box social in Topeka Illinois. He says he loved her, she played him false, and a monkey wrench struck her on the head during a quarrel after she refused to marry him. Strube details alleged jealousy and disillusionment before the fatal act.
A dispute over nearly 5000 acres of Jamison ranch in La Porte and Stark counties valued near 200000 promises a court fight. N O Tate of Chicago has filed an affidavit alleging a purchase agreement with Charles A Jamison of Peoria. A sheriff sale earlier secured part of the land for Banker Vanatta of Brookston who holds it by deed.
In Fishkill Landing New York on December 2 Hugh Scofield an 18 year old public school pupil suffered fatal or near fatal injuries during a schoolboy football game. A scrimmage scene saw players pile on Scofield who was found to be completely paralyzed when lifted from the field.
Forty five hundred bales of Southern cotton valued around 250000 dollars left Seattle aboard the Rio Jun Maru. The voyage also carried 3000 tons of flour valued at about 120000 dollars.
London reports Charles Allen, the American criminal, will complete years’ imprisonment at Dartmouth on December 5 and immediately face re-arrest on an extradition warrant for a daring 1895 post office robbery in Springfield Illinois.
The twenty fifth annual convention of the American Potters Association opened in Washington with about 100 prominent ceramic manufacturers. They represent an invested capital of twenty five million dollars in the pottery industry.
An epidemic of glanders has broken out among West Point horses. Officials believe the disease was brought to the academy by a polo pony recently purchased in the West.
New York December 2 Justice Bennett Charles B. Lewis better known as M. Quad exonerates the humorist from paying the $60 sued by Marie A. Billings.
Boston December 2 The Rev Dr John S Lindsay rector of St Pauls Episcopal Church is dead He served as chaplain of the House of Representatives from 1883 to 1888.
A fragment notes a statement that Japan could destroy the Russian fleet, with mention of Alexieff and fleet forces, reflecting World War I era naval tension and adversarial claims between Russia and Japan.
Letters from Mrs. Alice Brown of Elkhart and Mrs. Joseph Brownell of Chicago praise Zora Phora for leucorrhea, change of life, and related symptoms. They report restored health after four bottles, with claims of renewed ability to work and care for family. The ad markets one dollar bottles through the Zora Phora Co. Kalamazoo Michigan.
Trust appears under Elkhart Circuit Court order. William Davis assigns property to trustee for the benefit of bona fide creditors. Indenture of assignment executed, trustee has taken possession of all property, rights, credits, and effects of the assignor in trust under Indiana volunteer assignments law. ARNO 3-10-17. Trustee.
Low rates from Chicago to multiple western destinations with tickets on sale daily through November 30. Fares include Billings Montana 23.0, Livingston or Hindsdale 26, Helena or Butte 28, Spokane 30.50, Portland Seattle Tacoma 33, Vancouver Victoria 33. Superior service and equipment. Full information from J P Elmer G P A Chicago.
A Deshler Ohio reader praises Gilmore Gray Co. Caustic Oil for quick, reliable results after months of use and intends to buy a gallon. The notice also advertises Gilmore's Headache Powders at 50 cents a bottle sold by Thomas Drug Store.
A fragment noting surety bonds and the Simpson Abstract office located at 208 Main Street appears in readable text. No further details are provided on parties, amounts, or dates.
River Neva is completely ice bound in St Petersburg as of December 1, with authorities reporting solid coverage and no open water areas in sight.
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