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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1901
Page
12
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A reflective editorial argues Hawaii cannot be admitted as a state given its political maturity, contrasting with New Mexico and Oklahoma. It cites past purchases and annexations by Seward, Grant, and Harrison to illustrate that territorial growth does not guarantee statehood readiness, urging cautious judgment by Congress.
The New York Evening Post argues for the kindergarten’s educational value while noting past excesses in method. It cites observations that early exposure can foster industry and social belonging, yet warns against overtechnical, overly scientific approaches.
The article notes federal judges in Cincinnati and Cleveland enjoining picketing and restricting union activity during strikes. It cites penalties for leaders in York Pennsylvania and discusses the broader debate over the proper use of injunctions, warning against abuse and urging careful, circumscribed use.
The National Education Association in Detroit calls for universal access from kindergarten through university. It argues free education is partly available now but the state’s duty is to itself to educate citizens, noting high school suffices for essential duties and questioning free college as essential.
The piece critiques expanding state duties in education from universal schooling to university access and free materials. It flags concerns about drifting toward state socialism and suggests the Educational Association overstepped limits in its resolution.
The piece argues the President must appoint a judge of unblemished integrity, chosen solely for merit as a good lawyer and judge. It warns against political influence or party considerations, insisting the public seeks an eminently fit appointee to maintain trust in the bench.
Mrs Mary E Swain of Richmond state president of the Woman s Relief Corps releases a complete roster for the department naming vice presidents Rose Stratman Huntingburg Lolo M Rose Linton Flora Berkley Salem Margaret C Gienn Greensburg Elizabeth Stratton Sullivan Lou S Havens Rushville Marian French Pittsboro Maud Howard Montpelier Mary J Miller Colfax Viola Thornton Rensselaer Jean M Ward Warsaw Mollie Mott Elkhart Martha Smith South Bend and assistant instructors Kate Conrad Petersburg Jennie Jackson Bloomington Etta Houk Scottsburg Fannie Hubbard Aurora Belle Bishop Brazil Mary Waldron New Castle Helen Thompson Indianapolis Laura M Crider Alexandria Anna Tucker Noblesville Elizabeth Powers Rensselaer Laura J Kalter Kokomo Sue W Hart Elkhart Flora Mashine Hammond.
Friends watched M A Hogarty of Lexington Kentucky turn yellow with jaundice. After failing with doctors he used two bottles of Electric Bitters and was wholly cured. The remedy treats stomach liver and kidney troubles and is sold for 50 cents by Rushton and Houseworth Bros.
Farmers face heat and hard work threshing after several crop failures. Local residents visiting kin include Mrs. Jack Gardner of Elkhart and Miss Edna Gardner. Community events announce a county Sunday School convention at Diamond Lake on the 19th and a Ladies Aid Society picnic at Heaton Lake on July 25.
The annual meeting of the Trans- Missis sippi congress opened at Odd Fellows hall with nearly 1 000 delegates. Prominent western states leaders attend including governors ex governors senators and congressmen from every western state and territory.
A north bound Hocking Valley freight and a southbound pay train collided near Vinton at noon. Fireman L. Socia of Nelsonville died. Engineer James Rafferty of Columbus likely fatally injured. Paymaster D. E. Lerch and son of Columbus were badly hurt. Brakeman N. W. Deetrich severely injured. Captain Strong's resignation was accepted by the Secretary of War.
A Texas detective arrived in Madison county near King's River and arrested a private school teacher who had posed as a young woman. The detective, named Sears, alleges the teacher is wanted in Texas for a murder committed seven years ago.
Special Epworth League trains arrive every half hour in San Francisco on July 17. Delays cause trains to run behind schedule, but organizers expect nearly all delegates to reach before the convention opens on Thursday.
A posse at Big Sandy Montana tried to capture riders Bucking Bill Fred Comme and Fate Waller but learned they were hanged by another group on the Missouri river near Judith. Rancher John Tingley of Big Sandy reported the hanging.
In Portland Oregon on July 17 Judge Bal linger in the United States court decided that the Tesse D Carr Land and Live Stock company illegally fenced 64 000 acres of government land in southern Oregon and northern California. The decree directs the United States marshal to tear down the fences.
In La Crosse on July 17 Mve. Ed win Drake reports a fresh colored pearl weighing seventy six grains found at Round Island. The pearl has an estimated value of 40000 dollars, matching the prior Queen Mary pearl found at the same site, with an additional 25000 dollar pearl bought by a local jeweler.
Oil has been struck at 1000 feet near Findlay in Shelby County with strong gas pressure. The well is flooded with water but tests show a robust oil flow as drillers manage only four inches per hour. The Illinois belt runs east from Findlay toward Indiana.
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co claims a hundred dollar reward for any incurable catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally. The ad notes testimonials and urges purchase from Deneerats and Hall's Family Pills as best.
Farmers fear crop loss without rain as local potato yield declines. Y P C U meeting attendance low. officers not elected. Abe Bishop buys the Frank Sell farm. Minnie Dyer visits Klinger Lake. Church social Saturday night to raise janitor funds. J P Mengle returns from Menden job. Ed Van Houten out of town Sunday. Coworkers visit Manning Rogers family. Mrs Fred Warner recovering after nine weeks illness. Ed Long relocates to Elkhart. Hazel Warner visiting aunt Mrs Carlton Rinehart in Sailor.
Charles A. Spring, associate of the late Cyrus H McCormick and former manager of the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company from 1858 to 1859, died today at his home 448 Dearborn Avenue. He was 75. He believed no man should have a large fortune and left bequests to charitable institutions and beneficiaries as his mark.
A weary man appears in town after dark avoiding jeers and the mud on his clothes. He hides his belongings and limps home with no tale of a failed fishing trip, while in dreams he reels a four pound bass on a grassy bank.
Mrs Ernestine Burch bride of two months travels to Chicago to meet a man she loves more than her husband. Her husband escorts her to the station and buys her a ticket. She absolves her husband in a written statement and says she alone bears responsibility for the marriage error. She plans a legal separation and hopes to marry the other man when they meet in Chicago.
Several hundred excursionists from Macon sparked a riot in Americus Georgia. Police officer Albritton was fatally shot and Officer Glawson was wounded. Bill English, a Macon Black man and ringleader, was killed after exchanging shots with officers.
Miss Hisse Hirsch aged 19 daughter of Simon Hirsch of the Star Distilling company died after a gas stove fire in a locked bathroom ignited her night dress. Family burst in and found her severely burned. she died at 1 p.m. Prominent in society, she attended Miss Butler's school.
In Albay province Legaspi surrenders report that insurgent general Gebaro and several men yielded to authorities. General Aquino convicted for killing five captive soldiers of the Twelfth United States infantry sentenced to life imprisonment. Many native murderers have been hanged or imprisoned.
In Delta Colorado on July 17 Deputy Game Warden F A McHaney shot and killed W A Womack and fatally wounded A L Hiashman after alleged resistance during an arrest for illegal fishing. Fishermen claim Grand Mesa lake is public waters while authorities assert it is private property owned by William R Radecliffe.
A woman with a 10 year old child fired a revolver at M Baudin the minister of public works as his carriage approached the Elysee palace for a cabinet meeting. Baudin was not hit and continued to the Elysee palace. The assailant gave her name as a letra.
The last year saw Lutherans add 90000 in the United States, Methodists 52000, Disciples of Christ nearly 32000, Episcopalians about 1000, Presbyterians nearly 1000 and Baptists about 5000. The gains percentages show Lutherans at 0.56, Disciples 0.028, Episcopalians 0.026, Methodists 0.0099, Presbyterians 0.008. Lutheran membership for the century rose eightyfold, over six times faster than overall population growth in America.
Governor Candler elevated Mrs Legaro Pill Bowles of Atlanta to major general of the state troops in acknowledgment of her hospitality during Governor’s inspection of the Third Georgia volunteers at Washington. Bowles is sponsor for the regiment and impressed the governor with her tact and cordial welcome.
London July 17 drama scene at the Duke of Yorks theater was filled with sensation when Edna May announced a telegram reporting Reginald De Ore dead. The message also stated Georgie Cayvan had died suddenly, but the rumors were not confirmed.
At the Algiers Casino Max Regis the anti-Semitic mayor was stabbed in the neck. The assailant was arrested and rioting followed with thirty people detained including Louis Regis.
A lightning bolt struck the Gardner Motor works in New Orleans causing a fire that destroyed the building, machinery, and stock. The total loss is estimated at about $150,000 amid a month long machinists strike and an incident where Superintendent Gardner was beaten by strikers.
Fire destroyed the Pacific Glass Works and a four story flat adjoining. The charred remains of a man believed to be William Holst, proprietor of the glass works, were found, suspected to have slept in the factory.
In Lemberg on July 17 the clash between police and demonstrators left more than ten wounded, including troops and officers. Barricades rose as authorities tried to halt street parades in support of the unemployed. Troops charged repeatedly, bayonets and bullets used. protesters were dislodged and guards remain tight as the mob plans another clash overnight.
Miss Taylor a housekeeper at Hotel Columbus Middletown remains confined to her room as detectives search for two veiled women who assaulted her weeks ago in the hotel yard. She fears they are still in the city and may strike again.
Circular dispatch from Seattle dated July reports Dawson shipments sold abroad or to distant markets with uncertain final destinations.
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