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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1909

Page

3

Train No 9 delayed on westbound Twenty Century arrival

The westbound Twenty Century train No 9 arrived forty minutes late at Ilkhart with five cars drawn by two steam locomotives. Engineer Sam Strafford is improving after a fall at the Sixth and Hickory corner. Tony Manfrey of Lake Shore foundry burned by hot droplets. Sam Bates is off duty. C A Scott fills in. G C Cleveland arrived earlier in private car No 262.

Ilkhart Tavo Sam Strafford Hickory Streets Tony Manfrey Lake Shore G.C. Cleveland

Two Kinds of Speculators Cited in Opinion Piece

A columnist contrasts two kinds of speculators: those who gamble with others’ money and those who risk their own. The remark underscores financial risk and accountability without naming individuals or locations.

Gauss Catarrha Cure Promises Permanent Relief

The advertisement claims Gauss Catarrha Cure provides a permanent cure for catarrh by ridding the system of poisonous germs. It warns of dangers like foul breath ulceration and decay, and urges readers to mail for a trial package and claim immediate attention.

Gauss

Waffles Elicits Surprising Answer in Russian Interview

An exchange unfolds where a Russian asks about Americans and daily work freedoms. The Russian is intrigued by how little government interference citizens experience. The conversation hints at soldiers abroad and a curious response about waffles.

Russia America Fes

Diner Exposes Trick of Burning Tablecloth

Three men pose at a table as a leader inspects the cloth and exposes a scam. He points to scorched spots and warns that smokers may be charged for prior diners damage, noting he now checks tablecloths at the start of meals.

PUBLIC STATEMENT ENDORSES FATHER JOHN'S MEDICINE

Mr and Mrs Handel Hobson of 36 Holden Street Fall River Mass report their four year old Joseph was very ill then improved after using Father John s Medicine They praise its nourishing effects and say their son is now lively and well The couple recommends the medicine to others

John Fall. River Mass Handel Hobson Holden “Street Cour Toni Handel Hobson

Senate Declines Action on County Local Option Law

Republicans in the Senate blocked repeal efforts by keeping the Tomlinson-Proctor bill in the public morals committee. Democrats favoring repeal urged immediate reporting, while Anti-Saloon League influence was cited. Other bills discussed include Breeley’s ballot measure and a park anti-cigaret law repeal. The railroads committee indicated support for auto ash pans and updated locomotive headlights in line with federal standards.

Aiso Senate Republicans Senate Committee On Public Morals Anti-Saloon League Duryre Kuristone Aftternoon Cox Mls

Arrest of Dog Owners Threatened and Public Health Provisions

The article notes threats of arrest for dog owners under a bill creating a free ward for rabies patients with local health officials controlling quarantine or killing of affected animals. It also reports a beagle suspected of hydrophobia, a juror payment adjustment, upcoming jury trials, and a divorce granted in Beatrice Figele v Robert Heck case.

Joan" Micradden

Splitting the Difference in a Jury Compromise

A quote from Bud Lewis describes jurors divided on damages in a Stony Gulch case with a gunman’s influence. The group leans toward splitting the difference. The discussion centers on settling for 3500 dollars as a compromise.

Bud Lewis Mr. Lewis Bud

Thirteenth Century Drink Tastes and Myths in Food

A brief note on medieval tastes shows gourmets under King John enjoyed fowl such as herons cranes and crows along with storks and bitterns. Most drank mead or metheglin, with Holinshed describing mead as mere honey comb washing and often fortified with spices. Metheglin was valued for its strength, rivaling ale of the period.

Africa Ionia Ritzstephen John

Howan Alaska Bear Sighting By Prospector

A prospector in Alaska reports seeing a bear in the Howan area. The encounter details are limited but wildlife observers note fresh tracks and potential proximity to mining activity.

Howan Alaska Hunter Ay A. Bear

City to add fire alarm boxes to speed alerts

A report discusses the need for more fire alarm boxes and stronger telephone service to notify departments quickly. It notes a new box bought by the board of public works and destined for Hickory street and the Lake Shore roundhouse, labeled No 68.

Aeeca Gantewell Ise Board of Public. Works Will Hickory - Street Lake Shore Roundhouse Hox

Talbot Exonerated by Verdict in County Case

A fragmented report indicates Talbot was exonerated by a jury verdict after waiving the right to a jury trial. The case favored the defendant Joseph County and the county faced jury-related costs.

Talbot Triad Joseph

Baseball Notes From Wisconsin League Actions and Signings

Ray pitched 465 TOPE ER OA ey 2 for Fox Bu Lac joins the Wisconsin Tileingis league for the coming season. Rowley signs with Fox Bu Lac. Elmer Criger, southpaw twin brother of the noted catcher, joins Jackson team in the Southern Michigan League. Mez Cormick receives Bay City offer as a heavy hitter and potential fast company asset. Wiltord Grant to umpire.

Chepesk Ray Charles “Rowley Fox Bu Lac Wisconsin-Tilingis Sands Fast Lethe Reddition Elmer Criger South Paw Twirley MTT Jackson Fred Mez Cormick Bay

Tonsiline: A Remedy For Sore Throat And Sore Mouth

An old advertisement warns that sore throat and mouth ailments can lead to serious conditions like croup or diphtheria if untreated. It promotes Tonsiline as the quick remedy and urges keeping a bottle at home, priced around fifty cents.

Cantona Chia

Rains Delay Local Snow Race Postponement

Winter weather halted this afternoon's snow races. new date set for tomorrow if conditions improve. Races will run on Harrison Street from Franklin to Thin Street covering about a half mile. seven entries listed including Cartine Frank Wlynn, Grace Colbert, W. Hu Foster, Montie Wilkes, and Eyman.

Harrison Franklin Thin Street Cartine Frank Wlynn Grace Colbert W. HuFoster Montie Wilkes Eyman Punches Belie

Fragmentary note on player Cy and team funds

The garbled text hints at Cy being a key player and the team planning to spend money if more men like Cy can be found. It references the Naps and a possible club decision to recruit or rely on similar players for this year.

Anid Young Yan Aaeor Chang Ole Cy

Mason brick and plaster work offered with guaranteed satisfaction

Local advertises masonry services across brick and plaster work with guaranteed satisfaction. Claims experience and readiness for residential repairs at Simoron Street Pacne 671-2.

T.am EAS Pacne Simoron Street

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Sam Bates C. A. Scott House sEabs,. S Page sUperior “Court Vernon We ‘van Fleet Rebes Burl Tin Certs Wiltard Jrages Goldmans Siete Seth Aly Nes Indiana and Michigan Electric Co Lexington. Ave
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