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Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1900

Page

7

Indiana Loyal Legion holds twelfth anniversary meeting in Indianapolis

The Indiana commandery of the Loyal Legion held its twelfth anniversary at the German House in Indianapolis. A 7:30 p.m. business meeting preceded a banquet overseen by the inheritance members, with Sergeant-Major E R Chariton presiding. New members joined in first class and by inheritance, bringing total Indiana members to 240 across classes and the national total to 9,008.

Indiana Commandery of the Loyal Legion Indianapolis E. R. Chariton Richard Stacus Tennant Terre Haute Indiana Infantry Willam Alonzo Wainwright Noblesville United States Volunteers William Cowper Williams Millard Fillmore Gerrish Seymour Henry Ruchsel Lennard Metamora William Chase James RB. Ross Fred. T. Ross Indiana Commandery United States

Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Praised by North Stratford Man

Peter Sherman of North Stratford New Hampshire testifies that years of chronic indigestion ended after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He says it digests what you eat and is a sure cure for dyspepsia and stomach troubles with immediate relief and positive effects. Houseworth Bros.

Peter Sherman North Stratford N. H Houseworth Bros

Pension figures reach over a million names by July

Official reports show 993,529 pensioners as of July 1 with widows and daughters of revolutionary soldiers among the first eleven. New laws add thousands from Cuban and Philippine wars, while 437,104 pension claims are pending. Most pending are increases. originals total 155,990. Last year 43,324 pensions were dropped due to death.

Primary Election Bill Plan Outlined For Next Week

A committee appointed by Chairman Hernly the state board of commerce and the Federation of Labor will meet next week to finalize a direct nominations primary bill. The draft proposes both parties vote same day and place with candidates paying primary expenses. It suggests holding national state county primaries the last Saturday in August and city primaries the Monday before election day. The bill would apply to counties of 30 000 population and cities 10 900 and over. No voter registration clause is included.

Hernly State Board of Commerce Federation of Labor Wek Commission

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Ad Warns Against Counterfeits

A notice from Houseworth Bros cautions buyers to avoid counterfeit versions of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. The ad touts the original salve as a remedy for piles eczema cuts scalds burns sores and skin diseases.

DeWitt

Indiana Industrial Associations Congress Opens in Indianapolis

The annual Indiana Industrial associations congress meets January 8 to 11 at the state house Indianapolis. The Indiana delegate state board of agriculture holds a two day session there to elect officers and arrange the year’s business. Governor Mount and Mayor Tagezart will address, with a president of the state board of agriculture delivering a response. The program includes the Indiana Swine Breeders association Indiana Wool Growers association Indiana Association of Short Horn Breeders and the Farmers Mutual Insurance Union.

Congress of Indiana Industrial Associations State House Indianapolis Indiana State Board of Agriculture Mount Tagezart Indiana Swine Breeders’ Association Indiana Wool Growers’ Association Indiana Association of Short Horn Breeders Farmers’ Mutual Insurance Union

Criminal Cases Set for Trial by Judge Ferrall

Judge Ferrall set a list of criminal cases for trial on third Thursday and third Friday. Notable charges include selling liquor to minors by John Rogers, selling cigarette wrappers to minors by Alonzo Holtzinger, and larceny and petit larceny involving Hattie Tallerday Guy Nelson Frank Bailey Hiram Ivans Eugene Jacobs.

Ferrall John Rogers Alonzo Holtzinger George and Minnie Lantzer Ira A. Honshaw Jackson Township Justice Young Hattie May Tallerday House of Ill Fame Guy Nelson Frank Bailey Hiram Ivans Eugene Jacobs Gern Drake Samuel Cauffman Joseph Harker George McLaughlin Herman Rosbrough

New Discovery for Blood Poisoning Promises Cure

Dr C D Warners Compound of Seven Cures advertised as a great cancer remedy and treatment for skin and blood diseases arising from contact, secondary causes, or hereditary factors.

C. D. Warner

Move to Synchronize County Auditor Terms

Legislature may seek to align county auditor terms to end December 11 or January 1, following a recent law that ended county treasurer terms together. The change aims to harmonize office terms as most county offices now end in November amid December settlements, tax work, and fiscal year closes.

DeWitt's Little Early Risers Lead Liver Pills

The ad touts DeWitt's Little Early Risers as the most effective liver pills and claims they never gripe in a short promotional note from Housewesth Bros.

DeWitt Housewesth Bros

Census figures show Indiana towns over 1000 residents

The census lists LaGrange at 1703 a drop of 18 in ten years Bremen 1671 Walkerton 1037 Bourbon 1187 Albion 1324 Argos 1307 Ashley 1040.

Indiana LaGrange Bremen Walkerton Bourbon Albion Argos Ashley

Mystic Cure for Rheumatism Advertised in 1 Day

A claim that a “Mystic Cure” for rheumatism and neuralgia cures in 1 to 3 days is promoted. It alleges immediate relief after the first dose and removal of the cause with remarkable, mysterious action. Price 75 cents or $1.00, sold by Leonard and Houseworth Bros. druggists in the opera house block.

Leonard Houseworth Bros Opera House Block

Quarantine Raised on Riverside Home after Scarlet Fever Case

The quarantine on John Klink's Riverside home was lifted this afternoon after his daughter fell ill with scarlet fever. Local health authorities confirmed there were no further cases in the residence or nearby streets.

John Klink Riverside

Best Salve in the World Banner Salve by Houseworth Bros

A health advertisement proclaims Banner Salve as the best salve in the world crafted from a renowned skin specialist. It claims to heal piles burns scalds ulcers running sores and all skin diseases produced by Houseworth Bros.

Houseworth Bros

Probate Executorships and Guardianship Appointments

Executorships and guardianships confirmed for Elias Blosser guardian of Mary Culp heirs deceased David W Hoover guardian of Mary J Lepp heirs deceased Benjamin F Deahl administrator Co T A of Caroline Rousch deceased Quincy D Winegar administrator of Edmund M Winegar deceased Henry E Stephens administrator of Ed Rigby deceased Harvey W Kantz administrator of Philip Cook deceased Elliott Crull administrator de bonus non C T A of Emanuel Fink deceased Edward O Stroup guardian of Elizabeth Stroup deceased files account current balance on hand 1700 36

Elias Blosser Mary Culp David W. Hoover Mary J. Lepp Benjamin F. Deahl Co. T. A Caroline Rousch Quincy D. Winegar Edmund M. Winegar Henry E. Stephens Ed. Rigby Harvey W. Kantz Philip Cook Elliott Crull Emanuel Fink Edward O. Stroup Elizabeth Stroup

Smallpox Case at Ann Arbor Hospital

J Roy Watkins of Manchester Michigan was diagnosed with smallpox at University Hospital after a Thursday load of physicians. The infectious ward was used, the full hospital staff and medical students were vaccinated, personal effects disinfected, and the hospital fumigated. The hospital will close to visitors for ten days.

Ann Arbor Aann Arbor J. Roy Watkins Manchester Mich University Hospital Dean Vaughan

Surveyor of Swamp Lands Along the Kankakee River

The state plans a detailed survey of swamp lands along the Kankakee to define the state’s title amid conflicts with private owners. The auditor asks the governor to seek funds for a thorough survey and removal of encroachers, noting the vast and evolving value of drained lands.

Kankakee River

New Songs Not Catchy New Play Too Droll Opera Too Long

A humorous note promotes Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a remedy for indigestion. The writer urges readers to buy it at Thomas' drug store, presenting a lighthearted sales pitch in a period tone.

Dr. Caldwell Thomas’ Drug Store

Saloon Keeper Robert Clarke to Face Murder Trial

Robert Clarke a Converse saloon keeper is to be tried in the Grant circuit court at Marion on a murder charge. His case is set for December 26 after being indicted by the grand jury for the killing of Jack the Jagger at his East Converse saloon last June. The community of Converse will watch the proceedings closely.

Robert Clarke Converse Grant Marion Jack the Jagger East Converse

Central Bermudez suits dismissed in Elkhart cases

Court entries show all Central Bermudez company suits against Elkhart citizens were dismissed and costs paid. Mitchell Charnley won 407.90 against William W. Geddis et al. Daniel M. Shellenbarger won 101.58 against Mary L. Nolan. Henry Peoples et al. vs Anna M. Hire appointed W. H. Charnley as commissioner with a 1000 bond. Clyde Raymer guardian won 481 against Carrie Kuhn.

Central Bermudez Company Elkhart Mitchell Charnley William W. Geddis Daniel M. Shellenbarger Mary L. Nolan Henry Peoples Anna M. Hire W. H. Charnley Clyde Raymer Guardian Carrie Kuhn

Cures Blood and Skin Troubles Trial Treatment Free

Purify your blood and heal sores with Botanic Blood Balm. Cures deep seated issues like ulcers, cancer, and blood poisoning. Thoroughly tested for thirty years. $1 per bottle. trial treatment free by writing Blood Balm Co. Atlanta Ga. Over 3,000 testimonials to support cures.

Atlanta D. Rushton

Jell-O Dessert Delights Families with Four Flavors

Advertises Jell O as a new dessert pleasing all the family with four flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry sold at grocers for 10 cents. Try it today.

Deputy Prosecutor Named as Harper Receives Deputy Post

On the motion of Prosecutor Sims, George R. Harper was yesterday named deputy prosecutor for the balance of his official term. The appointment will let him gain experience before duties as assistant to prosecutor-elect W. B. Hile.

Sims George R. Harper Harper W. B. Hile

Caldwell Elected to Ligonier School Board

The Ligonier council ended a prolonged deadlock by electing A. J. Caldwell to fill the school board vacancy caused by Mr. Lyon’s term ending in June. The three to two to one stalemate persisted until a council member’s illness prompted resolution.

Ligonier Council A. J. Caldwell Lyon

Dr Kay's Long Balm Cures Various Coughs

Dr Kay's Long Balm claimed to cure every kind of cough including la grippe bronchitis sore throat croup and whooping cough. It promises not to derange the stomach and is sold by druggists in 10 and 25 cent sizes.

Houseworth Bros

Large Property Holders Threaten Move Over Tax Assessments

Several of the largest property holders in St. Joseph and Benton Harbor announce they will relocate if tax problems are not fixed. J. H. Graham of Graham & Morton Transportation plans to move to Chicago due to enormous assessments. Peters Lumber, Johnston & Hayden, and others threaten similar action, risking crippled industries in both cities. Local concern grows as these moves would hurt the twin towns.

St. Joseph Benton Harbor J. H. Graham Graham & Morton Transportation Company Chicago Peters Lumber Company Johnston & Hayden Twin Cities

Disturbance Leads to Remedy Request After Service

A person who caused a disturbance by coughing last Sunday is advised to contact Houseworth Bros. to obtain Foley's Honey and Tar, reported to provide relief.

Houseworth Bros Foley’s

North Manchester Journal Corrects Wedding Notice Error

The North Manchester Journal apologizes for a wedding notice error in which the Hussard Leffel nuptials were misreported as starting life suspiciously due to a composer mistake substituting an a for an s. The correction amuses friends and embarrasses the couple.

North Manchester Journal Hopkins Mrs. Bussard

Pneumonia Cases Use Foley's Honey and Tar

Dr. C. J. Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports Foley's Honey and Tar gave good results in three very severe pneumonia cases. Houseworth Bros.

C. J. Bishop Agnew Mich Foley Houseworth Bros

Admitted to Bar for William O. Lee

William O. Lee, a Michigan Law graduate residing in Elkhart, is admitted to the bar on the recommendation of Lou W. Vail, B. F. Deahl, and S. C. Hubbell.

Wm. O. Lee Law Department University of Michigan Elkhart Lou W. Vail B. F. Deahl S. C. Hubbell

Lady Correspondent Seeks Readers With Stomach Trouble

A brief personal ad from a writer seeking female correspondents suffering stomach trouble. It promises Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a guaranteed cure and signs with a cordial invitation for replies.

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promoted by Houseworth Bros

Houseworth Bros. advertise DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a healing antiseptic for any purpose. The ad touts it as a cure for piles and skin diseases that heals sores without scarring and warns against counterfeits.

DeWitt’s Houseworth Bros

Widow’s grave rite precedes Arab remarriage

A reader describes an Arab widow visiting her husband’s grave the night before a remarriage. She prays for jealousy to be appeased and pours water from two skins on the grave, then proceeds to wed again without doubt.

Seven Cures Remedy Praised by Elderly Patient

L Stickle of Windsor Ontario writes that after years of kidney troubles he took eight bottles of Dr C D Warner’s Compound of Seven Cures and now feels like a new man. He calls it one of the greatest remedies of the age and offers his testimonial for others in advanced years.

Windsor, Ont

Court Adjourns to Jan 2 in Circuit Court

Judge Ferrall adjourned the circuit court session yesterday afternoon from Saturday's proceedings and set the next session for Wednesday January 2.

Ferrall

Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Promised Cure

A testimonial style claim links stomach disease to blood purity and endorses Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets as cures for indigestion torpid liver and related symptoms. The narrative profiles Mrs Simeon Sueys of Clyde Sabine Parish Louisiana achieving recovery after taking the products.

Dr. Pierce Simeon Sueys Clyde Sabine Parish R. V. Pierce

Kahler Divorce Granted on Cruel Treatment Grounds

Nellie E Kahler was granted a divorce from Benjamin F Kahler yesterday afternoon. The defendant presented a power of attorney authorizing C H Barney to waive his appearance. Grounds cited were cruel and inhuman treatment.

Nellie E. Kahler Benjamin F Kahler C. H. Barney

Foley's Honey and Tar Ends All Colds This Season

The item notes Foley's Honey and Tar as a popular remedy amid many cough cures. It highlights strong demand and mentions Houseworths as a source or seller. The tone resembles a local commerce update with emphasis on a trusted medicinal product.

Foley Houseworth Ros

Hartford City Struggles With Rising Tramp Infestation

City residents report growing nuisance as vagrants trespass and harass, many refusing to contribute to local demands while causing public unrest and fear among citizens.

The Best Plaster Pain Balm Application Fights Pains

A flannel dampened with Chamberlain's Pain Balm bound to the affected parts provides prompt relief for lame back pains in the side or chest and is claimed to cure rheumatism. One application gives relief and it is sold by A. O. Rowe, druggist.

A. O. Rowe

Reverend Tennyson Lewis Marries Miss Alice Jay in Friends Ceremony

The Rev. Tennyson Lewis, pastor of the Friends church of Anderson, and Miss Alice Jay of Marion were united in marriage in a Friends ceremony.

Tennyson Lewis Friends Church of Anderson Alice Jay Marion Friends

One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief

Houseworth Bros advertise a remedy claiming rapid cure for coughs and colds and severe illnesses like croup bronchitis grippe and lung troubles urging immediate use when life may be in danger.

Houseworth Bros

Lafontaine School Damaged by Fire Originating in Heating

A Lafontaine school building sustained a $1 000 loss after a fire started from the heating apparatus during classes. The blaze forced quick evacuation as the structure was cleared of students.

Lafontaine

A Great Discovery for Cancer

Windsor Ontario letter from January 24, 1900 endorses Dr C D Warner's Compound of Seven Cures as a cancer cure and blood purifier. Jas Cummings reports rapid, satisfactory effects and strong recommendation for its use.

Windsor Ont C. D. Warner Jas. Cummings

Pension Granted to George E. Lounsberry

George E. Lounsberry has been awarded an original pension of six dollars per month dating from August 6, 1900.

George E. Lounsberry

Liverita pills sold in various box sizes

An advertisement lists Little Liver Pill boxes of 5c containing 15 pills 40 pill boxes and 25s boxes with 100 pills. Sold in Richart, nd or A H Leonard and EK Felt near the depot.

Rikhart A. H. Leonard

Ironworks Change Hands To Anderson Plow Company

Elkhart Ironworks on East Jackson Street has sold to Anderson Chilled Plow of South Bend. Possession was taken yesterday and repairs are underway to resume full operation daily. Weamer of Anderson declined to disclose the purchase price, stating it would not be public now.

Elkhart Ironworks East Jackson Street Anderson Chilled Plow Company South Bend Weamer South Bend Company Elkhart National Bank Elkhart BE. R. Kerstetter

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