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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1908
Page
4
A note from the office requests that all advertising and communications be received by 10 o'clock to ensure publication on the specified day. The message emphasizes the deadline and the favor of timely submissions.
The fragment notes editorial room and business office telephone lines with two numbers listed, indicating contact points for the publication. It presents minimal context beyond these contact details and a terse header.
William D Hazelton manager of the Truth proclaims the January 1908 daily circulation as 3702 copies. This sworn statement, made in Elkhart County Indiana, notes excludes sample or spoiled copies and unsold day by day. Notary Lousa Dennert validates the oath with seal and commission expiry 1911.
A list of outlets offering truth on sale at Finehout's drug store, corner Main and Hickory streets, Timmins' Opera, House book store, Knevels' book store, and Keene's inter ban news stand.
Notes mark events across years from 1765 Stamp Act passage in Britain to 1900 Boer forces surrender in the Anglo Boer conflict. Highlights include South Carolina militia victory in 1777, births of Baldomero Espartero and Gen Russell Alger, Washington commissions in 1871, and Majuba Hill defeat in 1881. Yuma flood near-miss in 1891.
The piece notes Cecil Arthur Spring-Rice born February 27, 1859, as the likely successor to Hon. James Bryce as British ambassador to the United States. It outlines his education at Eton and Balliol, and a long diplomatic career including posts in Brussels, Washington, Tokyo, Berlin, Constantinople, Teheran, and Cairo. It highlights his early roles and recent prominence in Washington.
The secretary of the navy notes that Rear Admiral Evans's fleet movements are not yet fixed but likely to return by way of Suez. Indications include coal storage at Manila and the fleet's mission toward distant states, with a possible future stop in one or two ports and further steps discussed with Taft.
The excerpt discusses American ships and Australian ports, noting that fleets could detour to Sydney or Melbourne but some vessels might be detached for that purpose. It remarks Australians rely on the English navy while Americans would be warmly welcomed in Australian ports.
A reader from New Jersey testimonials how Postum Food Coffee cured nervous indigestion and palpitations, noting improved health and clearer skin after replacing tea and coffee. The letter, attributed to a Postum advert, claims daily use three times a day and credits the product with overall well being and better flesh.
The Auxiliary of St Johns Episcopal Church will hold a market at Houseworth's central drug store Saturday afternoon. Proceeds to support church activities.
A New York businessman arranged a nominally paid office position for his son to teach self reliance but after a few weeks the boy was discharged. The note cited a well developed case of what needed curing and suggested sending him back only after recovery.
In Washington Representative Wesley Gaines of Tennessee cites a 10 percent gap between politicians and yesterday's statesmen. Kentucky's Kimball agrees, noting a Lexington self-made youth who excels in the legislature and would back Henry Cray if he joined politics.
Fragmented text references street and ice conditions with unclear context. No identifiable persons, organizations, or events are readable enough to confirm details or a definitive local item.
Twelve Bikhart ladies attend a Mishawaka reception hosted by Mrs Elizabeth Bird this evening. The Lt Fy and I C club meet Friday at Mrs Fisher’s South Sixth Street home. Mrs C R Wyant hosted a Wednesday dinner party for fourteen with music and games. The Ikhart Baseball club plans a Hoffman’s hall event tonight to raise funds for new uniforms and outfits.
A Manitoba social scene recounts a two course luncheon hosted by Miss Katherine Work and Ima Burhans with Mr. and Mrs. Burhans presiding. Reception duties were performed by Mesdames Thomas Keene, W. E. Root, P. N. Dewey, and W. E. Whitmer as cut flowers and Chinese lanterns decorated the venue.
William Wails was surprised by about eighteen friends for his seventeenth birthday. The evening, organized by the entertainment committee, featured games, music, and a dainty luncheon.
Mr and Mrs Frank Kreighbaum entertained friends and the Ladies Aid Society last evening at their residence three miles west of the city. A dainty luncheon was among the evening's features of enjoyment.
Mrs JC D Mahony of Howland Avenue entertained the You and You Dont club on a Wednesday afternoon. Cards provided the main pleasure with Mesdames Charles Stenberg and Jack Shasberger winning the honors. Mrs Snavely proved an unwilling claimant to the consolation prize. A tempting luncheon ended a most enjoyable afternoon.
The afternoon social at 1820 Center street honored the host and hostess on their nineteenth wedding anniversary. Mrs Arnis and Mr Minnis received honors, with Mrs Minnis and Mr Wyants given consolation gifts. A Dutch treat was served. the club plans to meet next Wednesday with Mrs Minnis. A separate dance event by the Emanon eliab royally entertained ladies with a program by the Bliss orchestra, featuring several encores and an evening of games and needlework exhibits by members and guests.
Ed Ry Baughman of Indianapolis is here. Frank Ausman of Fort Wayne is in the area on business. Thaddore Snader ill with the grip at Second Street. Ernest Pancost of Marion Street treated for inflammatory rheumatism. Bend friends report Miss Shiffer of Goshen. The infant son of Mr and Mrs David I Smith of Crawford Street ill. Mrs J R Staley suffered a heart attack yesterday. Mrs J D Braden of Jackson Street ill but improving. Mr Marshall and daughter visit A H Bierman family. A H Rothermel, noted whist player, arrived from Kalamazoo. Mrs Clara Hanaman visiting from Wapokena Ohio. George E Sherman and D Ross Bowles at Elks minstrel show in South Bend. Mrs Wilfords Kirkup of Louisville visiting sister Mrs Louise Kidder of East Jackson Street. Mrs Earl Darling returned to Chicago after visit. Miss Lillian Willson of Indiana Avenue improving after two weeks illness. Mr wants to rent modern unfurnished house soon. VAL Bi McGill Hotel Buckler 24 26 29.
Charles L. Mowery leaves the South Bend Postal Telegraph Company office after serving since last October and begins duties in Elkhart. Laura McNeiff resumes as manager in South Bend after a fall illness and takes charge today.
A fragmentary ad notes cleaning and pressing at Pantor Um block and a piano sale at a Woodbridge factory with cash terms and a home phone. Includes a paste of an ointment claim for piles with a money back guarantee and a weekend supper menu reference at the Odd Fellows hall.
A rough quote describes a Scotch minister away on vacation and the sexton asking about his return. The writer notes a cheering response and comments that some ministers leave someone worse to fill the pulpit when they go away, but the speaker insists you never do that.
The Singer Building in New York, touted as the world tallest structure, lacks sufficient wood for a pencil lead and cannot burn from within. The architect refused to construct the first building but now offers to raise commercial towers if allowed to make them fireproof.
A report notes Italy has more convicts per capita than any other country, highlighting concerns over crime and governance.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions people from Sicily and Andalusia, a German comic paper, a French waiter, and English speakers. It describes seating distances of three feet and references multiple European regions, but lacks clear events or identities.
A dated note from Craigie House on November 30 1841 recalls a professor craving bright colors in his portrait and clothes. Harvard students wrote a song about his vivid attire describing yellow kid boots buff gaiters blue vest and green breeches to mock his flamboyant style.
The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether reproducing two musical compositions Molly Cottontail and My Kentucky Babe on mechanically played instruments infringes copyright. Attorney Gifford of New York argued, Chief Justice Fuller questioned potential discrimination against Justice Harlan of Kentucky, as the court briefly smiled at the rare moment.
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