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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1906
Page
4
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Telex style notice lists two phone lines 95 and 61 guiding readers to contact the editorial room or the business office of the Truth Telephones publication for inquiries or advertisements.
William D Hazelton, manager, swears the November 1906 bona fide daily circulation of the Elkhart Truth was 3328, excluding samples and spoiled or unsold copies. Notary Louis A Dennert attested December 6 1906 with commission set to January 9 1907.
The piece critiques the Roosevelt presidential message for its prolixity, arguing much of its 30,000 words could be cut without loss. It notes focus on war and peace, the race question, lynching, corporations, and reform, including calls for injunction limits, labor mediation, taxation, and stronger interstate powers, while warning against demagogues and reactionaries.
Indianapolis News notes the President’s message outlines limited action on currency and divorce, praise for Agriculture, and calls for international policy shifts. It emphasizes a broad appeal to the people, not a comprehensive Congress blueprint, with stance on Cuba Japan and the Drago doctrine.
The article argues the death penalty declines not from humanity but from reduced need. It contrasts horse thefts and assaults, noting past tolerance for theft versus new punishments, and questions whether the Bearty or similar reestablishments signal shifts in criminal codes and public sentiment.
The Chicago Record-Herald notes a winter surge of assaults on women and children has led the city to back a heartfelt resolution. The state legislature committee will hold meetings to draft and introduce a bill on these lines, aiming for enactment for humanity's sake.
An Indianapolis telegram reports Rep John Voltz is named by anti Gov Hanly faction as a possible House speaker but he says he is a receptive candidate only. Rep Bowlus says the delegation will back Voltz with votes from other counties, while Chapin and the Fifth district support Branch.
The American Engineering Co plans a map within a week or two showing 1650 miles of electric railway in operation in Indiana, 745 miles under construction, and 570 miles projected. Ten traction roads enter Traction Terminal. several lines exist or are planned to connect major cities and towns, with many routes expected to be completed by July and January.
Captain George J. Grammer is elevated from vice president in charge of traffic for the New York Central lines west of Buffalo to vice president of the consolidated Vanderbilt system in charge of freight traffic. The move follows a wave of leadership changes as railroad officers consider succession for President W. H. Newman. Analysts note a trend toward promoting from traffic departments, and Chicago is eyed for a new freight office to bolster eastward movement.
In York county a preacher known for long service dosed himself on a fiery medicine for stomach trouble. A Boston drummer at a hotel asked why he took it and the preacher explained. The drummer, also troubled with indigestion, requested a dose and received one, which quickly affected him.
The fragment outlines pre assignment of engineers and their runs or scores. John Dibble and J R Cleland trade duties, with Cleland listed at 2d 20 and 44. Bailey Wilkinson and Burris receive varied figures. Hull O'Reilly Brown Campbell Klepp are also noted with scattered numbers and a Chicago suburb assignment.
The Lake Shore received eight false switch engines of the cass M type from West Seneca to be assigned to Chicago yards.
The Lake Shore's wrecking train was dispatched to Goshen this morning to deal with a wreck on the line. The move indicates ongoing efforts to clear the line quickly and restore service after the incident.
Yesterday's meeting at the Lake Shore shops attracted a large crowd. Much interest centered on two sales by Mr. Sumner titled The Railway in Heaven and My Mother's Prayer. Brightmire delivered a brief address.
Engineer N A Angel, a well known former resident of Elkheart, will lecture at Coldwater YMCA as part of eight winter talks. His topic is Locomotive Engineering.
Engineer George Wilkinson is reported to be off duty due to illness. The notice notes his absence from work and underlying sickness affecting his duties.
A garbled dialogue snippet shows an earl demanding admission of ancestry dating, arguing over inheritance with reference to a daughter, exposing a fragmentary scene of family conflict.
A brief exchange from the Philadelphia Press notes a humorous dialogue about love and poetry. The Poet answers that he runs to meter when in love, reflecting a witty newspaper venturing into light verse.
In Eagle Eye the nervous chauffeur asks if citizens object to big cars passing, the mayor replies that it is great sport and expresses preference for shooting one automobile over a common bear, as reported by Chicago Daily News.
In a brief exchange from a diaristic fragment a man asks how long he has been fishing and what he has caught. The reply comes as a wry reflection that he has not caught anything and is fishing for a wish, encapsulating a moment of existential idle.
A Milwaukee Sentinel article reports a burglar offering to reveal the location of valuables in exchange for a single favor. The suspect asks the resident to remove the gas meter, framing it as the required concession to gain access.
A dialogue reveals a man frantically checking a watch to avoid missing a train, then confesses he has not seen it for a long time, suggesting distraction or delay.
Farmer Geehan says he has bought a carload of fertilizer for the land. Mrs. G remarks in agreement as the granger notes the purchase. The exchange reflects rural concerns over soil and farming costs.
A Washington Star excerpt shows Senator Sorgham and a censorious friend debating accountability. The exchange highlights frustration at getting others to act on desired measures.
A Detroit Free Press quote mocks Blase for claiming vast experience while noting he has not begun an expedition to the North Pole. The aside highlights a boast versus actual achievement in a casual remark.
A fractured snippet shows Bridget warning a mistress about an autos horn. The text hints at domestic caution and mistrust of public signals amid a court-like murky scene. Proceeding lines are obscured by garbled OCR.
A fragmentary Detroit Free Press line hints at jealousy around a person or event. The text appears as casual chatter with unclear subjects and limited context.
A fragment notes Miss Wadleigh being “reserved for life” in a Milwaukee Sentinel item from last night. The terse line hints at a social or court-related decision affecting the individual.
A humorous exchange reveals Muldoon solving a daily riddle by turning gift cigars into a drag of paper ringed smokes. His wife’s birthday present becomes a comic trial as he hides the smoke joy from the drain and avoids being forced to smoke.
A Yonkers Statesman aside recalls a church service where Mrs Bacon asks Mrs Egbert if the minister spoke on charity toward all. The husband is asked his take on the sermon and refrains from answering, implying quiet benefit.
A Chicago Record-Herald snippet contrasts a Bohemian proverb about doing the hard thing first with a counter, suggesting a trick to avoid hard tasks by challenging others. The dialogue frames parental teaching versus practical joking.
In Life magazine a playful note describes parents watching their eldest perform endearing tumbles on the floor. Mamma insists he is cute, while Papa counters that statement, highlighting a lighthearted clash over affection and language.
A Chicago Daily News joke asks who was the greatest pitcher. The historian replies a woman, Molly Pitcher, smiling as he asserts she is history's top pitcher, reframing patriotism and athletic prowess.
A Yonkers States editor complains about a menu card printed with eggs on one line and a quotation about new spelling. The piece lampoons the change as trivial and ridiculous. The column reflects skeptical public reaction to orthographic reforms.
In a short dialogue Mrs Brown confronts Mrs Peck, with Mr Brown defending her as they discuss rumors and silent accusations. The exchange exposes tension and social friction between the two women.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt quotes a guide calling the Himalayan summit “the root of the world” while an American traveler concedes the climb was a tough ordeal of shingling the rough terrain.
A terse social snippet notes Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Brown as well informed, while Mrs. Jones is linked to a well connected cook who has served many neighbors. The Chicago Daily News framing hints at casual gossip circulating among residents.
The Milwaukee Sentinel analyzes a controversial orator whose remarks trigger strong public response. Readers debate the implications of the speech and the speaker's intent.
A fragmented sale list shows various groceries and prices including flour cream cheese lard raisins currants mince meat peaches cocoa nuts oats and other staples with assorted cents per unit and bulk quantities. Items such as Buckwheat Flour Robobank brand Evaporated peaches and coffee or tobacco are listed among canned goods produce and baking supplies.
Photographs advertised at 50 cents per dozen with cabinet cards and post cards available. Studio located at 405 South Main Street offers half dozen or dozen options. Also listed is an eight-room house for rent at 211 Harrison Street and a lost small ladies purse with recovery reward.
A novelty Easter egg is described as white frosted glass that glows when an electric light is turned on inside. The eggs are colored and lighted by a flexible conductor attachable to any lamp fixture, long enough to place them as desired.
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