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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1900
Page
8
Prominent actress Mrs Leslie Carter extols Peruna in letters and testimonials praising its ability to prevent catarrh and cure related affections. Patients report relief from long-standing ailments after following Dr Hartman’s guidance and using Peruna and Manalin.
Washington January 17. The Spooner measure for Philippine governance, granting that after insurrection suppression all military civil and judicial powers needed to govern the islands shall vest in appointed persons and be exercised as the president directs, wins broad admin and senator backing and is expected to be adopted over Beveridge and other resolutions.
Mrs S M I Henry of Battle Creek Michigan died after attending a religious conference in Graysville Tennessee. She was national evangelist for the Woman's Christian Temperance Union and had been chosen as the American representative for the WCTU at the world meeting to be held in Scotland next June.
An advertisement urges giving Foley's Honey and Tar to infants and children promptly to prevent pneumonia or croup, warning these illnesses are fatal to thousands of babies. Houseworth Bros.
London reports via the Calcutta Times correspondent that Burma's rice harvest exceeds previous records with over 2,020,000 tons available for export. Burma can also supply virtually unlimited quantities to Indian famine districts, aiding relief efforts.
Rev. Dr. Francis FE. Clark founder and president of the United Society of Christian Endeavor departs Boston with his wife for a third world missionary tour. They will depart San Francisco on January 24 for the Orient.
London reports heavy firing toward the Tugela river as Sir Redvers Buller may be crossing the Ford he held last week. Gen French notes a small success repelling Boer attackers on a hill held by Yorkshires and New Zealanders. Fever at Ladysmith rises with 75 serious cases reported.
An old advertisement touts Knill's Red Pills Blue Kidney Pills and White Liver Pills with claims to cure bowel issues dysentery and stomach troubles. It promotes Dr It Tablets and Sweet Stove pills for indigestion and general stomach health with prices listed in cents. The copy is promotional and presents multiple products for sale by druggists.
In a crowded Frankfort lobby a long standing feud erupts as David G. Colson and Ethelbert Scott clash. Colson allegedly triggers the fatal melee killing L. W. Demaree and Charles Julian and injuring multiple bystanders. Wounded include Benjamin B. Golden and O. D. Redpath, with Colson among the injured. All victims are Kentuckians.
Washington reports the Senate debates the Philippine question as Pettigrew and Hour clash over information on the Paris treaty negotiations. Vest argues the president erred in policy while West defends free expression, and measures on currency and lynching petitions are considered and referred.
A Champaign Illinois man declares a year long hacking cough feared to be consumption was cured after using Foley's Honey and Tar. He says one bottle cured him and he has had no trouble since. House Worth Bros.
Berlin reports from the Cologne Gazette correspondent urges Great Britain to end delays in the Bundesrath matter. The writer says German sentiment is rising and Britain must make prompt amends to preserve friendly relations.
An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as effective after first dose and credits Thomas' Drug Store as a distributor.
Indianapolis Jan 17 After a short session the mine workers convention adjourned as the credentials committee reported it will be ready with a full report tomorrow A vice presidential fight appears likely between John P Reece Albia Iowa and T L Lewis Bridgeport Ohio Reece cites jail time in Kansas as a factor Lewis is a longtime member The resolutions panel faces a busy period including a proposal to create a defense fund funded by assessments President Mitchell favors this plan and likely gains support
An advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure from R J Cheney Co Toledo QC. Endorsers say F J Cheney is honorable and trustworthy. Also promotes Han's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Family Pills with testimonial offers and wholesale druggists listed.
The third annual convention of the National Live Stock association of the United States began in Fort Worth Texas with good delegate attendance. A resolution by T W Tomlinson of Illinois urged endorsement of a senate bill to empower the interstate commerce commission to correct railroad discrimination and to set maximum and minimum rates.
A testimonial from B N Williams of Gentryville Indiana extols One Minute Cough Cure as the best remedy for coughs colds and hoarseness. The advertisement claims immediate relief and prevention of consumption noting it cures throat and lung troubles including pneumonia bronchitis and croup. Houseworth Bros.
Frankfort Ky Jan 17 elected J C S Blackburn to the United States Senate again in both houses after legal questions arose over the previous ballot The recanvass mirrored the former vote and proceedings despite doubts about legality of last Tuesday’s election.
San Francisco January 17 Joaquin Miller the poet of the Sierras has been confined to his home for several days by a severe cold that threatens to develop into pneumonia he is under medical care and resting at his residence.
Listing seeks several persons to represent in their own and surrounding counties. Willing to pay yearly 600 pounds, payable weekly. Desirable employment with unusual opportunities. References exchanged. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope. L. A. Park, 320 Caxton Building, Chicago.
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