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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1901
Page
7
The Terre Haute Tribune questions Indiana’s role in supporting John Alexander Dowie and notes a Dowieite colony forming in LaPorte. Reported plans include selling property and dedicating themselves to Dowie’s Zion, prompting concerns over trust in a temporary religious crank.
Advertises Botanic Blood Balm as a universal cure for blood poisoning cancers ulcers and skin conditions. Claims 30 years of testing and free trial offers with medical advice and testimonials while denying mineral poisons or mercury. Sold by C D Rushton and others at $1 per bottle with free literature from Atlanta Georgia.
The Richmond Item notes Senator Beveridge warns in the Saturday Evening Post about many Germans among Manchurian merchants and commercial men. Similar reports from South America and other expanding regions carry a moral for Americans to heed.
The ad claims Perry Davis Painkiller frees a prisoner of rheumatism by easing swollen joints and making muscles pliable. It promises relief through rubbing the ointment into affected areas and advertises 25 and 50 cent sizes.
In Galena Kansas on December 2 Charles Dunckle shot and killed his wife Alice after a quarrel at their home. He also wounded a young man who boarded there in the head but it was only a slight wound. Jealousy over the boarder is blamed. Dunckle escaped.
Descriptive account shows two groups at a Dunker meeting the sisters in white prayer coverings and somber bonnets opposite long bearded brothers with tall hats. Preachers line the platform old and white flickering lights cast shadows while cattle noises and curious townsfolk fill the margins outside.
An ad promotes Cas carets Candy Cathartic as a nightly digestive and liver aid. It claims the tablets repair digestion bowels and overall body order. The product is stamped C C C and offered through druggists toc.
Hydrogen produced by electrolysis in Germany is proposed as a wide lighting agent. It is used to inflate military balloons and, when compressed in steel cylinders with a proper burner, offers cheaper illumination than acetylene, costing about twenty five versus fifty nine for equal light output.
A man on a bicycle guides a horse by reins with one hand while his feet rest on a coaster. He steers the horse through traffic as amazed bystanders watch along the street.
Mr. R. Gray of Amenia New York testifies that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the best medicine for croup and a fine children's remedy. Used at the first sign of hoarseness or the croupy cough it will prevent the attack. Keep a bottle at hand ready for instant use and buy from Houseworth Bros. drug stores.
Sixty teamsters and shovelers on the Stewart Wilson pike walk out for higher wages but the contractors discharge them and hire a fresh crew.
J W Bryan of Lowder Illinois reports his son suffered a severe pneumonia cough until Foley's Honey and Tar was administered. He states the remedy stopped the racking cough and the boy rapidly recovered, leaving the doctor puzzled by the sudden improvement. Rushton’s drug store.
Fragmentary remarks reveal an aspiring writer naming Bley as an example and expressing intent to test genius in a Shakespearean effort. The passage shows self-posed challenge and creative ambition.
A gray tabby without an owner frequents Washington market near fish stalls. She playfully spars with boys, striking with paws and leaping, rarely injuring. only when highly excited do her claws show. She holds on with teeth and claws, standing up to strong attackers, unafraid of even the biggest blows.
The English circus performer and expert equestrian George Sawyer quips that if a wild beast breaks out of its cage he would take blamed long ones. This remark showcases his wit and confidence in handling danger.
An ad touts Dr Bulls Cough Syrup as valuable medicine that removes coughs or colds quickly and cures throat and lung ailments in a short time. It is sold by all druggists for 25 cents.
In Wisby on Gotland Sweden a remarkably well preserved Viking ship lies buried in harbor mud beneath an eleventh century quay. Wooden nails reveal an unknown method of fixing boards, highlighting its unusual construction and age as reported by the Chicago Daily News.
The advertisement claims broad praise for Foley's Honey and Tar as a splendid cough and cold remedy. It credits Rushton's drug store with distributing the product and promoting its use for sore lungs.
The body of Mrs Julia Mullinix was found floating in a cistern at her father's house west of Brazil Indiana. Coroner Mershon found no water in the lungs and believes she died before entering the water possibly linked to mourning over her husband's accidental death a year ago. A thorough investigation will follow.
Candy Cathartic advertisment promoting Cascarets as a remedy for constipation. Claims easy relief and a money back refund if not satisfied. Features pricing of 25 cents and a guarantee from druggists.
Two dogs killed in the area over the last two days amid a dog bite scare. Mayor Downey orders muzzling of all dogs for two weeks as several bite incidents occur, including Harry Bailey of the city who dies from hydrophobia Tuesday morning.
Chas Replogle of Atwater Minnesota suffered kidney trouble and tried Foley's Kidney Cure after Rushton's Drug Store recommended it. In four days he could return to work and is now well.
Judge Anna M. Thayer of the U S district court sitting in chambers has decided that Judge Co. Peden was not entitled to the release, and directed the discharge of the writ of habeas corpus in the case.
New York December 2 Edward Harriman a famed railway financier and director of multiple railroad companies is indicted by the Orange grand jury with Assemblyman Louis Bedell for compelling the Orange County Road Construction Company workers to exceed an eight hour day on state road projects in Orange County overtime without extra pay.
A Camden health committee reports tetanus cases not from vaccine but from atmospheric and telluric conditions over six weeks. Dry weather and high winds spread tetanus germs from earth and dust in stables through the air.
Caution against using Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin unless Constipation Indigestion Dyspepsia Biliousness or Heartburn are present. Pills sold by Thomas and Rushton’s drug stores with guarantee to cure these stomach troubles.
Boise Idaho December 2 United States Senator Henry Heitfeld of Idaho informs D H Andrews chairman of the populist state central committee that he withdraws from the populist party and affiliates with the democratic party He says both parties now share goals and should unite Andrews does not approve and will reply rather than summon the committee.
London on December 2 reports a large Hyde Park gathering near the War Office. An estimated 100000 people attended mainly out of curiosity, with protesters in the procession groaning and shouting Shame though the event proceeded with no other incidents.
Richmond plan requires poll tax six months before election and literacy for voters. reader voters to prepare ballots. prohibits registration for a year after constitution adoption for illiterates. aims to open offices to blacks and disfranchise bribery convicts.
The Opera House block at Greenview burned down causing losses over 21000 with 15000 insured. Owner Mrs. George Fisher of Gibson City Illinois valued at 6000 and insured for 3500. Other losses include F L Gordimier general merchandise 12000 Lee Blane dentist 2500 and Misses McCleary and Reeves millinery 500.
Al Neill of San Francisco and Mysterious Billy Smith of Portland fought twenty rounds to a draw at the exposition building in Portland. Neill displayed clever boxing with jabs from the left and steady defense against Smith's rushes. Both fighters left the ring uninjured after a hard fought contest.
In Zanesville Ohio on December 2 Judge A A Frazier presided in common pleas court barring striking workers from the proceedings and enforcing court action amid labor tensions.
A Susquehanna correspondent reports John Keegan of Gulf Summit was trapped by a fallen oak while cutting wood. His dog Tiger fetched help, barked at the farmhouse door with a boot in its mouth, and the farmer was rescued with no serious injuries. Tiger is hailed a hero.
An advertisement urges readers to use Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for stomach disorders and to regulate the liver and bowels. The price is 25 cents with free samples at Houseworth Bros.
A New York Times item notes blue collar merchants adopting the term parlors for a horseshoeing shop on Fifty-third Street. The shop altered its sign from a plain blacksmith advertisement to gilt letters on black to draw attention. Despite the fancy label the parlor remains a traditional blacksmith operation.
Fully insured offer states purchaser may refund purchase price if claims for Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin aid constipation indigestion sick headache or stomach troubles are not realized. Sold by Thomas and Rushton's drug stores.
In San Francisco on December 2 a notice states Mrs. George M. Pullman has retained an attorney to begin suit in this city for her husband’s share of the Pullman estate.
A narrator recalls his bowed legs as a result of sneaking on a kitchen roof and slipping through a window after being locked out by an elderly woman. He insists the fault lies with those circumstances, not his birth.
A hotel landlord from Dubuque Iowa endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin claiming it cured his constipation and stomach trouble after trying testimonials. He recommends it to readers and notes availability from Thomas and Rushton's.
Terre Haute administrator William E. Hendrick, after months of searching, discovers a sister, Louise Roki, in Hanover Germany eligible to inherit. Rolf died intestate in Terre Haute worth $17,000. proof of heirship has been forwarded from Hanover.
The Banner Salve manufacturers seek reports of any failure to cure ulcers sores tetter eczema or piles. They state they will refund the money for any case that does not cure and invite readers to respond to Rushton’s.
A brief humorous item from the Ohio State Journal notes a proverb about counting chickens before they hatch and a playful exchange about some being ducks, reflecting a light, anecdotal regional flavor.
The Chicago Record Herald notes Nye won the Massachusetts legislature seat, calling it about the only funny moment in the campaign.
An advertised remedy claims to cure rheumatism and neuralgia in one to two days. It states the system is radically healed, with immediate disappearance of symptoms after the first dose. Sold by H. Leonard and Houseworth Bros at various druggists for 75 cents to $1.00.
Pupils and teachers in Kokomo city schools contribute 50 nickels to the Harrison monument fund as a local fundraising effort.
Advertising copy touts Rocky Mountain Tea as a great tonic that cleanses body and mind, boosts health, and keeps you well. The claim invites readers to ask their druggist about the 35c preparation.
Bloomingdale Mr. and Mrs. Per ley Pearson have marked their 50th anniversary with family and friends in a small ceremony at home.
A cold or la grippe can be stopped early with Foley's Honey and Tar. Beware of substitutes sold at other stores while Rushton's drug store promotes the remedy.
A dollar a plate banquet will be hosted by the local Democracy on January 2 as a Fourth district affair in Columbus.
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy to stop a cold after exposure or at onset, stating it never fails if taken in time. Rushton's.
Evansville worker Evansville John Brown employed at the Ingle mine died after slate fell in the mine.
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