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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1909
Page
1
Springfield Jan 7 The inaugural of Charles S Deneen as Illinois governor was postponed as the Illinois House failed to approve the proposition for a joint session to canvass the November election. The Senate refused to join until the vote is canvassed, leaving no legislature possible until then.
Representative Henry A. Barnhart of the Thirteenth Indianas District delivered his maiden speech in Congress opposing the enlarged federal court bill. He argued tax increases and more judges would result, calling the measure impractical and unnecessary while noting existing courts can handle business. The debate continued with applause for his positions.
County attorney James H State told the board of county commissioners in writing that the sheriff may receive $2 per client for attending board of commissioners sessions and $2 per diem for county council sessions, in addition to regular pay. He says the sheriff need not attend board of review sessions or serve road notices, as that falls outside required duties. The opinion urges commissioners to provide jail accommodations within the appropriation.
Sheriff says remains in the church stove may belong to Rev John Carmichael or claimant Gibson Browning. The body was found dismembered in stoves at the Methodist church in Rattle Run, Port Huron area, prompting questions about who was killed and where identification stands.
Ten days after the Rome earthquake the death toll is estimated at 152000 with authorities unable to provide a final figure. Priests move through ruins offering absolution to those who may still be alive under debris. Landowners seeking land claims must prove them before a king appointed commission.
Members of the Congregational church will hold their annual meeting tonight. Reports from the governing bodies and church officials will be presented, outlining church affairs and activities.
A three month old effort toward a permanent hospital organized gathers new life as Judge Dodge appoints a committee to plan a lasting body. The Oct 7 meeting at the Congregational church drew ministers business leaders and medical society backing with A P Kent L M Simpson W B Hile W F Stanton and A L Gotwalt named to form the organizing panel.
The St. Joseph and Elkhart rivers remain only inches under ice while lakes gain seven or eight inches of ice. The St. Joe Ice Co plans to start cutting next week, weather permitting, but the mild warmth of the last two months slowed supplies.
The C A Smith liquor license case is set for trial tomorrow at 1 p m in the South Bend superior court before Special Judge Thomas Slick. Raymer and State appear for the protestants and applicant respectively as both sides ready for trial with few objections. Judge Van Fleet amends the Petts and Smith judgment, declaring license not in effect while the saloon is closed and upholding the defendants right to keep the place open after twelve months from license grant.
Winchester Ky Jan 7 A tobacco man from Cynthiana believed to have lost his life in a fire that destroyed the Bestview Hotel. Several others were fatally or seriously injured. James Donahue jumped from the third story and is expected to die.
A fragmented report from Warsaw Indiana notes a 15 year old boy named Barker living east of the city died in a train related incident. The brief mentions guardians and parental involvement while outlining uncertain details.
Honan of Seymour was chosen as representative and King of Washington was selected as Republican floor leader. Senator Wood of Lafayette will be senate president pro tem. Gartad and Elliott received minimal votes, while Coble had no support. The Republican senate caucus discussed a new rule set to give Republicans control. Hall was excluded from standing committees as talks with Democrats continued through Senator McCullough.
A terse report notes Ja Beisel charged with murder in connection with a recent fatal incident. Officials say investigation continues as the case proceeds through local courts.
A historic report notes Nhe Marks Co begins operations for the first time, highlighting its launch and initial business activities.
Indianapolis Jan 7 The sixty sixth Indiana general assembly opened with Democrats in control for the first time in eighteen years and aims to push reform in election laws county bookkeeping and the local option repeal. Senate Republicans plan rule changes to restrict the presiding lieutenant governor while the House elects officers and prepares for session work.
Twenty two residents of Vistula Street petitioned the common council to curb paving promoters and stop canvassing. The council referred the matter to Chief of Police to consider actions, including possible nets and patrol measures to deter promoters, citing it as a source of discord in the neighborhood.
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