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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1900
Page
3
Washington lawmakers press for a costly rivers and harbors measure as districts seek funding. The Treasury fears overrun, with veto threats if spending breaches a target, and committees facing pressure from both houses to loosen limits.
The House approved a war revenue reduction measure totaling 40 million dollars annually. Amendments sought exemptions for estates of those who died before June 13, 1898 and a tax on large industrial corporations were debated. the corporation tax proposal failed 75 to 105, while the inheritance amendment passed 84 to 53.
The bill to lower revenues under the war revenue act was debated and the motion to recommit lost by 131 to 155. The measure then passed as Democrats abstained. Secretary Hay proposed pay hikes for several diplomatic and consular officers and new legation posts with specified salaries.
Manitowoc Wisconsin reports the lighthouse keeper W H Shields and assistant McCauly survived after drifting two days in an open boat with the bodies of Shields's wife and her niece lashed to seats. Shields described the ordeal and the deaths from exposure. Lucien Morden reportedly went insane and died after leaving the island.
A brief cookbook note promotes Jell O as a quick no bake dessert prepared in two minutes with hot water and cooling. Flavors listed include Lemon orange raspberry and strawberry. Sold at grocers for 10 cents.
Mrs Tillie Canniff aged 35 fell through a wooden walk on Ogden avenue via duct to tracks thirty feet below and was killed instantly. Police took her body to the morgue. Residents blame city neglect for unrepaired sidewalk and cite forty reports of holes on the viaduct to West Thirteenth street police.
An advertisement for Foley's Honey and Tar claims it can nip a cold or la grippe in the bud with one or two doses and warns to beware of substitutes, from Housworth Bros.
In Rockport Indiana Bud Rowland and Jim Henderson were hanged by a mob after being accused of murdering Hollie Simons a barber. The mob broke jail walls with a telephone pole and dragged both men to trees, shooting them as they died. The crime occurred early Sunday. witnesses described rescue attempts and a chaotic scene as lawmen were coerced. The barber’s wife was injured and a bystander named Walter Evans suffered a shock.
Dr Uticure and advice free. Dr Kay's Uticure cures all female diseases. At druggists, $1. Illustrated book. B. J. Kay, Saratoga, N. Y.
When you need a soothing healing antiseptic application for any purpose use the original DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve a well known cure for piles and skin diseases. It heals sores without leaving a scar. Beware of counterfeits. Houseworth Bros.
Mrs Frank Stewart of Chicago, guest of Mrs G A Henry, returned home last evening after a visit.
A note urges prioritizing health over music by citing Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a remedy for indigestion and stomach trouble sold at Thomas’ drug store, suggesting its efficacy before other interests.
A French medical journal note by Dr Moussoir states true sunstroke occurs only in the tropics due to intense sun rays. Heatstroke arises from prolonged heat on the body surface above 104F and can occur in overheated rooms. It mentions clothing trapping heat and notes Foley's Kidney Cure as a guaranteed remedy.
Clinton County commissioners presided over the annual contract awards for county supplies and records in Frankfort. A bidders’ combination was said to have kept prices high, but Friday the arrangement fractured and bidders attacked each other figuratively, trimming total contracts by about a third. The fiercest struggle was between the Levey brothers and Baker & Thornton of Indianapolis for record books, with Leveys dropping bids to one cent and securing two classes while Baker & Thornton won the third by 39 cents.
Peter Sherman of North Stratford New Hampshire recounts chronic indigestion relief after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He claims it digests what you eat and is a certain cure for stomach trouble providing immediate relief and health benefits. Houseworth Bros.
The Goshen Times notes ex Governor James E Campbell once a popular Ohio Democrat rose to power and left a ruined practice. He traveled to New York, became broke, faced lawsuit over a board bill, and vanished from his usual haunts as creditors seek him. The writer argues politics rewards and punishes in equal measure.
A 65 year old Windsor letter-writer says years of kidney illness were ended after eight bottles of Dr Warner's Compound of Seven Cures. He asserts the remedy produced his best results and recommends it as a great age remedy.
George King denied a liquor license at Bunker Hill leads to a village club formed with King as manager. Each member is entitled to a set number of drinks monthly.
Royal Goldman arrived back after a commercial trip undertaken during the holiday season. He visited business contacts and reported favorable outcomes and plans for upcoming engagements.
An advertisement extols Kodol Dyspepsia Care as a cure that digests all kinds of food, enabling continued eating while restoring digestive health. It claims the product digests every type of food and is the only preparation to do so.
London reports indicate heavy losses for British General Clements force with 18 officers and 555 prisoners, highlighting captures of four Northumberland fusileers. Dewet’s 3,000 strong force attacked. Broadwood’s brigade held firm while Boer guns and matériel were seized. Public anxiety grows as defeats mount.
Mr. R. Gray of Amenia Duchess county New York endorses Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best medicine for croup especially for children. It should be given at the first hoarseness or early croupy cough to prevent an attack and kept on hand for instant use. For sale by A O Rowe druggist.
Clyde Buckingham a Lucerne schoolboy was fined Saturday after being charged by teacher Miss Maggie Hines with disobeying school rules by whispering and then throwing an ink bottle at her striking a deep cut between the eyes.
The United States Voting Machine Company failed to furnish a proper bond for twenty two voting machines sold to Clinton County commissioners. The contract, with a $10 000 bond by resident bondsmen, was rescinded after the agent submitted a bond signed by New York residents.
A neighbor found the residence of William Hippenstel near Urbana engulfed in flames while his family dined inside. The house was completely destroyed in the blaze.
While the family of the late Mrs. Fletcher Mavity of Orange County escorted her body to the grave, the residence was destroyed by fire. No further details were provided on casualties or cause.
Mrs Mary Breeze traveled to South Bend on a business trip today to handle meetings and engagements related to her work.
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