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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1904
Page
24
Mrs Lot die Garwood, a widow and school teacher, and her eight year old daughter perished in a fire in Youngstown, Ohio caused by natural gas. The tragedy ends a morning blaze that consumed their residence.
An old advertisement claims Scott's Emulsion builds healthy flesh for thin or undernourished people and warns against use by the overweight, promising a free sample upon request from Scott and Bowne in New York.
Col Henry T. Granberry aged 96 died in New York. In 1831 he led forces that quelled Knapp’s War insurrection in South Hamden Virginia, a notable episode in the region’s history.
Riverside California February 1 The San Pedro Railroad has gained entry by seizing a section of the disputed right of way, escalating a long standing conflict over the corridor.
J F Hughes of DuPont Georgia credits Dr King’s New Discovery for curing a long battle with a lung abscess and consumption. He says he was nearly given up but recovered in days and recommends the remedy for colds coughs throat and lung troubles. Houseworth Bros Drug Stores guarantees it with 50c and 1.00 prices and trial bottles free.
Bloomington Indiana February 16 A peaceful settlement appears near for the labor difficulties at Stanford camp on the Indianapolis Southern Railway with the conflict winding down.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve claiming it prevents deaths from minor injuries such as scratches cuts burns and boils. The copy urges buying at Houseworth Bros. Drug Stores for 25 cents.
New York February 17 price on all diamond grades advanced five percent by the DeBeers syndicate due to reduced Kimberly output.
David Wilson suffers a severe abscess of the hand requiring medical attention. The condition is described as painful and may necessitate surgical drainage and antibiotics to prevent complications. Further details on treatment or outcome are not provided.
Funeral arrangements are announced for Judge J D Ferrall who died at his LaGrange home of pneumonia and peritonitis aged 65. James H State and other Elkhart lawyers recall his laughing generosity and strict honesty. The Elkhart County Bar meets to adopt resolutions and plan floral and transportation services for the funeral tomorrow at 1 30 pm with Knights Templars in charge.
The article notes readers will be pleased to learn that science has found a cure for catarrh in all stages. It presents catarrh as a dreadful disease now addressable by medical progress.
Bedford Mayor J Hickson Smith defends James McDonald as the sole suspect in the Sarah Schafer murder. He says no other man is being investigated and that McDonald will likely confess. Detectives are under fire for their methods as Bedford residents question the pursuit and Pinkerton involvement.
Mrs Lydia H Coffman wife of William P Coffman died at 109 Garfield avenue at 2 yesterday morning after months of illness Dropsy was the cause She born March 19 1868 in Pittsburg moved to the city with her parents An active Mennonite church member she leaves husband twin daughters Esther and Ethel Mary age 4 Survivors include parents George and Mrs Hugg two sisters Mrs Kahler and Mrs Kesler and four brothers George Henry Ulrich and Charles Funeral 2:30 Tuesday at the Mennonite church Local pastors Rev Bender Rev Lambert and Rev Yoder to officiate
Arthur Griffin of Milford Kosciusko County writes a plaintive letter to state authorities detailing repeated assaults by a man named Martin. He describes staunch resistance by local officials in Milford Warsaw and the county seat to arrest him and seeks redress for ongoing battery and harm.
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