This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1899
Page
12
The notice says a free sample copy of Farm Journal will be sent to readers who respond. It invites recipients to see how the publication speaks for itself and to look out for the mailed issue.
A special edition of Trath targets 1 509 readers in Elkhart county with ads and proposes a combined offer: Weekly Truth for one year plus Farm Journal for five years at the regular Truth price plus a Farm Journal copy with each reader. The Farm Journal and Hirate Sentinel are included for a five year plus two one year options, saving $3.00 when taken together.
The South Bend Times notes William M. Stewart the silver senator from Nevada has decided to rejoin the Republican Party after secession over the money question. It says Republicans are not elated as they already hold Senate majority and other silver senators may resist party realignment. Stewart is a protectionist and expansionist, aligning with Republican views on coinage.
The Elkhart merchants anticipate strong Christmas sales and ample cash flow. Stores fill with goods and the paper showcases vibrant advertising to inform shoppers and stimulate holiday commerce.
The passage urges prudent shoppers to buy early to avoid crowds and secure better stock. It argues that foresight yields comfort and choice, with customers benefiting from planning purchases ahead of peak demand.
Washington report claims the U S Supreme Court has prepared a sweeping decision upholding the Sherman law in full and outlawing trusts, written by Justice Harlan, but the ruling is allegedly being withheld from the public. If true, questions rise about the duty of President McKinley and Attorney General Griggs.
Congress considers a new currency bill as Republicans push to lock the gold standard this week. Delay by the last session is attributed to undisclosed causes, with implications for the upcoming Democratic national convention and the party’s campaign strategy.
Reports say many steamer departures for Europe carry dozens of men recruited to fight for the Boers. Activity is strongest in Chicago with Irish and Irish American volunteers predominating. Germans and others are involved. Irish societies are key organizers, and recruits depart unarmed as individuals, complicating neutrality law reach.
The industrial commission prepares a report on trusts with conclusions that the modern trust is the natural outgrowth of progress and, overall, a blessing to mankind. Some congressmen may see it as a privilege to pay more for life’s necessities, while others may disagree.
A fragment describes a partisan stance on tariff policy aiming to favor industry by removing protections from goods produced by trusts. The text hints at party strategy and potential impact on free list imports.
Readers mock a wave of player buying by clubs as undignified, comparing the practice to overblown titles. The piece voices concern about integrity and the image of the city’s sports scene.
In Washington two men engage in a verbal clash with Mormon Roberts. The Utah figure reportedly has a history of three mothers in law tied to past disputes, a detail noted in passing.
Steuben county ends saloon era as temperance forces seal victory last week. Local temperance groups campaigned for years and finally eliminated alcohol sales in the county.
Are the children growing nicely A little stronger each month A trifle heavier Try Scott's Emulsion at once It is both a food and a medicine to delicate children It makes them grow taller stronger healthier Soc and 1 00 all druggists.
Washington Dec. 12 feature of opening day in the house currency bill debate was Mr Dolliver of Iowa who argued for the gold standard. Democratic critics including Mr DeArmond of Missouri and Mr Maddox of Georgia attacked the measure while Mr Overstreet defended it. Rep Green Pa announced death of colleague Ermentrout and the house adjourned at 5 05 PM.
Washington December 12 Senator Mason spoke on the Boer resolution using legal argument and precedents but failed to move action. He argued the Monroe doctrine gave the United States a right to support the Boers, similar to U.S. stance on Cuba, and the resolution was referred to committee. A separate resolution on Gen. Merriman and orders regarding miners was laid over. The Senate adjourned after news of Representative Baird's death.
The Bureau of Statistics reports November exports of breadstuffs 23,424,039 dollars, cattle and hogs 1,956,095, provisions 12,805,981, cotton 26,386,616, mineral oils 6,692,518 with mineral oils up 1,996,268. For eleven months ending Nov 30, 1899 totals fall versus 1898 except mineral oils.
Representative Bailey of Texas plans to renew opposition to Gen Wheeler taking his seat in the house. The sergeant at arms holds over $2 000 for Wheeler's salary from March 4 last to the present, though Wheeler has not requested the funds.
Washington December 12 bill introduced in the house by Mr Lorimer of Illinois calls for postal savings banks. The measure aims to expand savings options through a government backed postal system with potential broad impact on banking access.
A collage of storefront pitches lists fresh meats produce and canned goods at KE A. A. Canse market and G R Robinsons groceries plus barn and bacon mentions. Elwood has designed forty new Elkhart buildings since January first and Room 2028 Main is noted. Norris E Fawr Economy Store advertises bargains.
A claimed cold remedy, Dr Price's Break a Cold, promises to cure a cold in twenty four hours for 25 cents. Sold exclusively at Felt's drug store, near derot.
Goldmans Drug Store and Thomas Drug Store advertise wares at Main Street corners. John Baumgarten offers 2 fall suits at 522 Main. John Wambach promotes steak at 622 South Main. Kesler Bros. claims clean, pure drugs and perfumery. D N Lieb markets automatic heat regulators. Stark and Beardsley offer fire insurance at 202 Main. Real estate bargains teased for farmers and city buyers.
An old advertisement extols Gee Whiz soap sold by Stewart and Korn at 118 Franklin street and promoting dental health with a S B Shorn dentist at 112 Marion in Rice block. Houseworth Bros. operates two large drug stores offering toilet soaps and perfumery.
E G Krienke offers a first class fall suit at the best price. Located at 605 South Main Street, the tailor and clothes furnisher promotes quality and affordability for customers.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.