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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1903
Page
4
Editorial notes the Indiana Railway Company conductor and motorman strike as a local sign of capital versus labor friction. It urges peaceful settlement for public service restoration and critiques wage-driven price increases as tied to broader tariff and trade shifts toward Europe.
Professor F. M. Taylor of the University of Michigan condemns John D. Rockefeller for raising oil prices to fund capital and asserts private wealth sustains corporate monopolies. He denounces Rockefeller as a tax gatherer who profits by exploiting consumers and pushing broader monopolies.
A reader urges Chicago Elevated Railway workers be allowed to spit into muzzle bags hung from their necks labeled with the company name. The writer notes passengers dislike spitting on floors and faces and suggests bags would improve cleanliness and reduce delays for conductors to chat with passengers.
Rev Cleland B McAfee at 41st Street Church in Chicago argued that saloons sustain intemperance. He cited harsh examples linking whiskey to domestic abuse and family suffering, highlighting the sentiment whiskey that’s all as a driver of harm.
A column argues liquor eradication hinges on mental effort rather than physical force. It asserts temperance reform requires resisting the drink desire and gaining brain-function changes through prayerful intercession for divine assistance.
Truth criticizes opposition to appointing a public weigher by the city council. The piece argues the public, especially working people and small buyers, need protection from dishonest dealers in coal, wood, hay, and straw. It warns a private weigher could fail to ensure accurate weights or keep verifiable records.
An editorial argues Germany aims to undermine the Monroe Doctrine by bombing Fort Carlos near Maracaibo and pressing Venezuela into its sphere. It questions U S interference, condemns Castro's government, and suggests Venezuela might prosper under German influence.
The sub committee of the judiciary proposes publicity, prevention and prohibition as a threefold monopoly bill. Reports to the Interstate Commerce Commission would not curb trusts, rebates and favored rates would be banned, and price discrimination would be forbidden to destroy competition. Critics say the measure will not deter trusts and may even invite praise from pro monopoly forces.
The piece argues for practicality in all aspects of life including business and belief. It cautions against dwelling on the past or obsessing over an unknowable future and urges focus on reasonable, constructive thought to preserve sanity and purpose.
A narrative tale describes a visit to a temple of learning where seekers explore rooms filled with war relics and peaceful scenes. The guide contrasts brutal history with hopeful present life and a future of love and human warmth, urging balance and focus on the now.
The proposal to raise from 1 027 120 to a vast defense fund within the United Mineworkers treasury faces doubt. Observers foresee a potential large strike that could involve both sides of the coal industry and affect future peace.
Promoters tout a culture series led by Count Montesquiou, promising refined arts for $35 per attendee, aided by a retinue. The piece mocks pretension while contrasting high culture with American commercial excess and critiques protectionist trust pricing and labor activism.
A city reader argues for a public weigher to protect buyers of coal hay wood and similar essentials from short weight. The piece condemns deceit toward the poor and urges honest merchants as a lasting path to prosperity and trust.
A Chicago telegraph operator, B. Carroll, faces a charge of wife beating as he blames money lenders for ruin. He describes crushing debts of about 400 dollars, constant garnishments, and exorbitant interest. To escape, he says he turned to drink, neglected his family, and felt hammered by creditors and saloonkeepers alike.
A fragment discusses ongoing price rises driven by organized labor and capital and warns such pressures will impact markets. It notes a prophetic view of future economic openness being influenced by current greed and power dynamics among organizations.
The report describes German gunboats testing their new force against Venezuela at Maracaibo. Venezuelan defenses return fire, nearly sinking one vessel. German squadron bombs the fort but is thwarted by a stubborn counterattack and an overpowering odor from cheese rumors, sending officers abroad to Valparaiso.
A reader argues the labor class must organize to gain political and economic power. He contrasts capital and labor, asserting workers create capital and must elect pro labor representatives. The piece calls for workers to unite, endorse their own candidates, and challenge Wall Street and trusts politically.
Notice is given that Leon J. Arnold as administrator of the Penelope Erb deceased estate has filed final settlement. The Elkhart Circuit Court will examine the account on January 31, 1903 in Goshen Indiana. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause why the settlement should not be approved. Witness the Clerk with seal January 1903.
In Elkhart Indiana Tullar J Woodard sues John C Foster and Lake Shore Michigan Southern Ry Co. Foster a non resident must appear April 1 1903 in Elkhart City Court to answer or demur to the complaint otherwise it will be heard in his absence. Court seal and judge Clyde Raymer dated January 13 1903.
The undersigned appointed executor of the estate of Mary A. Durant deceased of Elkhart County Indiana. The estate is expected to be solvent. George L. Bender Executor Clyde Raymer attorney. 22 59 55
A brief concluding note from I. F. Holmes of Elkhart Indiana asks whether money is needed to buy items and signs off with fraternal regards. The message emphasizes brevity and courteous sentiment.
East Jackson street resident in Elkhart Indiana reports relief from weak nerves headaches and dizziness after using Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills She states sleep improved health strengthened and recommends the medicine The Pills sell for 50 cents a box with portrait and signature of A W Chase on each package
A special train of physicians began a southern vaccination run Saturday morning, stopping at each station. After completing the southern trip, the train will proceed north along every branch and spur as a precaution against smallpox for the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railway employees.
For sale a six year old mare with foal at side described as perfectly sound. Inquiries welcome at Mc Dowell's Livery in Elkhart. Also a Want AdSeeking a young man from 4s to 30 with knowledge of horses to apply.
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