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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1906
Page
8
A Kansas City Times report explains how telegraph operators choose their call signs often from initials or nicknames. Examples include JB for James Black or KH and later BH for a broken heart, with hoodoo signs like KQ avoided after a deadly streak.
The Ugandan king Daudi sits on a scarlet throne with a leopard skin beneath. under British protection the royal pageantry is described as colorful yet comic. The piece notes the contrast with earlier full-fledged kingship and the absurdity seen by some, while acknowledging colonial restraint.
Dan Beard argues that legislatures fund stocking waters with choice fish, asserting the public should have access to streams and game. He contends landlords lack valid title to game or fish, which belong to the people, while landowners hold only a use right from public consent.
The Metropolitan Magazine notes early American adoption of stage lines from 1744 linking New Brunswick and Trenton, extending to Philadelphia by 1756. It traces how stage coaches spurred road improvements and a surge in carriages, with Philadelphia’s conveyances rising from 38 in 1771 to 827 by 1794, most being light vehicles and provoking critics who said even farmers wanted carriages.
In Traverse City thirsty poplar roots damaged a tile drain and sewer, prompting replacement work after the trees choked the line. The roots sought water, moved along the sewer, and resisted but pressed on, described by the Detroit News.
A magazine excerpt extols Newfoundland for abundant fishing and hunting, scenic bays such as Pete Harbor Outer Cove and Logy Bay, and welcoming Topsail hospitality. It relays September partridge and ptarmigan hunts near Pettigrew's and Toad's Cove, praising the rugged barrens voyage and rural charm.
Bertha H. Smith highlights daily deep sea fishing trips from Wast river piers in Four Track News. The riverboat to the banks draws a cross section of society, from professionals to idle workers, all seeking the sea and a shared experience beyond class.
Noted historic pioneer trees the Lone Jack in western Missouri and the Lone Elm in the east are highlighted for their place in regional history. The piece underscores their fame and significance in early western settlement heritage.
Washington reports Congress will not fund the deep water harbor near Lake Michigan now. Crumpacker doubts a near-term appropriation, arguing the plant must exist first. The project promises a new industrial city near Indiana Harbor with 20 000 workers and wide ripple effects.
Fred Mace, the comedian of Piff Paff Pouf, began with law and undertak ing and dentistry before joining a stock company in Philadelphia. He later understudied Francis Wilson and became known for the Peter Poufie the Sand Man role with Whitney's Piff Puff Pauf company.
Land transfers involve Richard G Leonard et al to Cath erine Phillips in Hickhart AL Rice add with 550. Equitable Building Loan & Savings Association to William EB Grooms part seat in Columbia Heights Elkhart 5. A Elmer Manning sheriff to Equitable B L & S Assn lot in Compton Yeoman add Elkhart 758.58. Willard B Pickrell and John G Pogkus 64 acres in Middlebury Twp on 200. Teavah Shaum to Peter Y Lehman 3 acres in Olive Twp 800. Elias F Lutz to William BF Silver 40 acres in Clinton SP 1500. Philip Gordon single to Margaret Walmer lot in Pletcher second at Wakarusa 600. Harvey T Walmer single to Geo Walmer and James Doll undivided third of two lots in original plot of Wakarusa 650. William J Bensecker admr to Mary 444 Clara Shulmier land in Concord Jefferson townships. William J Bensecker admr to Saloma Shulmier land in Concord and Jefferson townships. Minnie B Green to Orn Bration part of three lots in Vistula.
A long meeting conducted by Reverends Kern and McDonald was held at Paradise Cedarhurst. George Krowse and family attended with Mrs. Sheets and Clarence Wagner and his wife. Saturday brought a pleasant surprise for Jerry Bloud, who had been very ill but is slowly recovering. A Sabbath school class and Miss Bessie Ross were mentioned. a lecture was planned.
Elkhart Indiana is represented at the Cincinnati Pet Stock and Poultry Co. and the Cincinnati Kennel Association exhibition opening at Music Hall. Dr. George Benton of Elkhart has many poultry entries praised as among the best, with the show running all week.
A damaged clipping recalls a leak near a North Sea dike and a near ruin of a Dutch province. It also tells how Kenneth McIver of Vanceboro Maine survived lung inflammation after a neglected cold, saying Dr. King's New Discovery saved his life. Houseworth Bros. Drug Store offers 50c and 1.00 bottles with a trial bottle free.
A group of Dr S A Edmands friends in Goshen hosted a Monday banquet at the Jefferson cafe in his honor. E Everett Howe served as toastmaster and read a self penned poem. About 50 guests attended the event.
A Chicago theatrical critic Mr Crawford attended a rehearsal of Company E’s The Revenge of a Northern Spy. He praised the play and acting and may join the company. The February 13 performance at the Bucklen opera house is planned with possible Goshen follow up.
Elmer Post G A R held a regular meeting last night at the club rooms on Jackson street. Attendance was good and the old soldiers enjoyed a pleasant time. Work on the new bowling alley in the basement is being pushed rapidly, with opening hoped for January 25.
Wake Shore lineman Harry C. Nelson was knocked down by a switch engine in the South Bend yards at 4 PM. The locomotive passed over his body, breaking his leg and bruising him severely. he was saved between the rails and rushed to Epworth hospital for treatment. Nelson is married and resides at 406 Virginia Avenue. his brother A. P. Nelson is a wrecking master on the New York Central.
Louis Ludlow reports from Washington that the Department of Justice asked District Attorney Joseph B Kealing for a pardon recommendation in W L Collins cashier of the Indiana National Bank of Elkhart and sought the trial judge’s view. No reply has arrived after a month and officials expect Kealing to act, likely against a presidential pardon.
The Trinity M E church revival has led to nine professions of conversion since Sunday. Rev Light praises Evangelists Harris and wife for their work, noting the current series of revivals is the best he has seen in his five years in Elkhart.
G R Rogers opens a short order lunch counter connected to the Eldorado buffet. Sherman Baker, formerly in charge of the Midway restaurant, has been hired as cook.
Bruce of Farmville Virginia credits Arnica Salve with ending a twenty year struggle with chronic piles and malignant sores after trying many remedies. Best for old ulcers burns and wounds, according to Worth Bros. druggists.
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