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Elkhart Weekly Truth in Elkhart, Indiana

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Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1907

Page

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Evans Testifies in Thaw Case as Insanity Debate Roils Court

New York reports Dr. Evans, superintendent of the New Jersey state hospital for the insane, as the first witness in the Thaw case. The cross examination by District Attorney Jerome grew stormy with Evans defending his sanity assessment and rejecting claims of paranoia linking to Thaw's will.

Evans Jerome Britton Dy“Evans New Jersey Hospital For Poroyn

Indianapolis Budget Bill Proposals Advance with Amendments

Representative Baker of Elkhart offers three amendments to the cities and towns bill. They fix clerical errors, retain city judges in fourth class cities by two thirds vote, and provide that the mayor's successor be chosen by two thirds of the common council. The city controller would continue to succeed the mayor. Salary changes for county treasurer Croop and Judge Dodge are noted if the bill passes.

Indianapolis B. A. Baker Elkhart tHome Dodge

Gas price bill aims to cut city gas costs in Indiana

The senate passes a bill fixing maximum gas prices to 90 cents in Elkhart and other Indiana cities. The measure targets cheaper gas for residents and reduces costs in urban areas pending further amendments.

Senate Elkhart Indiana

Reuters: Goshen court case seeks venue change before Dodge

Local newspapers report ongoing effort to move a case before Judge Dodge. Attorneys largely oppose the injunction and plan to convene in Goshen Monday to select three Elkhart firms to represent the defense.

Elkhart Goshen Yessertey Judge Dodge

Chicago Bel Chief of the Chicagos

Fragmentary OCR notes mention a Bel chief in Chicago linked to the Chicagos. No clear event, date, or context available.

Chicago Belchief The

Fire destroys parts of Boerne home and furnace

Early morning blaze at the Bullock residence in Boerne damaged the north and south wings of the building. The fire department battled flames as a police officer reported no fire an hour later. Authorities suspect a heating plant defect started the blaze. Mrs Bullock is undecided on future plans.

Jaonsel Bullock Corner Boerne Ines Abe Nouireaton Bys Hiram Osborne

Kleptomania Case Reported In Elkhart County

A fragmented notice notes kleptomania incidents in Elkhart County. References include a mill agent, Kohler, and a couple linked to thefts involving articles and a home of a father named Leonard Overlease. Further readable items mention Crystal theater and a three year period.

Elkhart Ss. Imal Kohler L Mits Leonard Overlease West Crystal

Simonton resident Hugéne Séarls reported missing

A fragmentary report from Simonton notes Hugéne Séarls reportedly connected to local street activity and a church event at the Catholic parish on Sunday, with unclear details on location or witnesses.

Hugéne Séarls Simonton Bluebirds

Bell Still Explaining Why He Supreme Controller Matters

City treasurer Howard A. Campbell faces pressure over alleged mistreatment by City Controller Bell. Reported ill health and possible resignation weigh on politics as Bell explains statutory authority over mayoral duties and board of works.

Howard A. Campbell Bell Campbell

Lake Shore Plans for Elkhart Year Uncertain

Railroad officials say Lake Shore has no plans for improvement in Elkhart this year. Roadmaster Wirley’s department reports no orders for sidetracks and the carpenters have no large construction work planned for the spring and summer. Expansions to the locomotive shops are only hinted at in vague terms.

Lake Shore Elkhart Wirley New York Chicago

Baseball prospects for Mikhart amid interurban league talk

Ambiguous notes discuss Mikhart and prospects for Fer More amid excitement over a Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan interurban league. The fragment hints at organizers, enthusiasts, and a Sunday event though details are unclear.

Mikhart Northern Indiana Michigan Lee Steel

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