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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1901
Page
7
An observer recalls a Kansas man who linked a Texas calamity to Missouri river floods. The tale centerpieces a steamboat that rode flooded fields in Kansas, drifted into mud, was abandoned and later rotted away in the woods as crows nested inside.
When food quantity is large or richness causes heartburn avoid overeating. Eat slowly and chew well. Allow six hours between meals. If fullness after eating occurs, take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Sold at Houseworth Bros. drug stores.
Muncie Walter Driscoll, seventeen, has been indicted for murder in the Minnie McCoy case and will be arraigned today. After arrest he boasted of his deed but now, recognizing the gravity and risk of capital punishment, he plans to change his plea.
A Postmaster from Alma Kansas writes in December 1900 praising Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as superior to other laxatives and stomach medicines. He and his wife use it and confirm the claims. Sold by Rushbton's and Thomas' drug stores.
The burial of Col. John Levering occurred yesterday afternoon. The Rev. O. F. McKay and the Rev. F. C. Coolbaugh led services, with pallbearers including Robert Sample William Wallace Capt. A. A. Rice Maj. A. J. Carnahan Capt. D. B. Kehler and Col. E. P. Hammond.
An advert claims the product contains natural digestants to digest all foods. It asserts use will aid digestion, restore health and appetite, and deliver vitality, blood strength, and nourishment. Houseworth Bros.
Evansville reports Col C M Farrell, who summers in Madison Wisconsin and has long been a hotel guest there, was recently stricken with paralysis. It is doubtful he will return to Evansville, where since 1884 he has been a guest of the St George hotel.
Mystic Cure claims to eradicate rheumatism and neuralgia in one to several days. It supposedly targets the disease’s cause and removes symptoms immediately after the first dose. Available for 75 cents or one dollar from H. Leonard and Houseworth Bros. in the opera house block.
Kokomo judge Kirkpatrick who presided over the George M. Ray trial the Shelbyville Democrat editor declines to back the pardon application.
A publisher tells a young writer his book’s main flaw may not doom it. He notes many works fail initially yet succeed elsewhere. John Habberton recalls Helen’s Babies was rejected 21 times before triumph.
Thos W Carter of Ashboro New York credited Foley's Kidney Cure with a perfect cure for kidney trouble after using one bottle. He states there is no remedy that will compare with it. Rushton a drug store.
Joseph J. Couch acting port collector of New York allows removal of 1000 canaries from the Hamburg American dock at Hoboken after treasury rules delayed inspection. A Greenwich Street importer suffered losses of 200 to 300 pounds as birds died or lost voice. The Bengolia brought 1100 birds. 209 died or were silenced. The incident follows a June 11 directive requiring inspection for consignments of 100 or more.
O W Wakefield of Columbus Ga praises Cham bers Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a quick sure cure for stomach and bowel troubles after two severe cholera morbus cases in his family. He has sold hundreds of bottles to customers and recommends it. Sold at Houseworth Bros drug stores.
Valparaiso and P. W. Clifford with other Chicago investors secured a franchise for an electric line connecting Hammond and surrounding points.
The advertisement touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a fast permanent remedy for piles while warning readers to beware of counterfeit products from House Worth Bros.
South Bend reports George Whiteman aged 69 of Carson City Michigan died yesterday afternoon from heat related illness amid a heatwave. Local authorities note the extreme temperatures and urge precautions for vulnerable residents.
Rushton's Drugstore advertises a guaranteed Banner Salve for tetter eczema piles sprains scalds burns ulcers and any open old sore. The claim targets common skin ailments and invites customers to purchase the product locally.
Columbus Joseph Hendershott of Indianapolis visiting here developed a case of smallpox and has been quarantined.
A local testimonial from S. D. Shriner of 948 River Avenue reports kidney pain, backache, and weakness easing after taking Doan's Kidney Pills from Houseworth Bros. drug store. The ad notes the pills cured a friend as well and urges readers to remember the brand and price 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo New York is sole US agent.
An essay argues that lighthouse keeping is a womanly duty with orderly routines. It notes weekly work plans including sewing lamps burnishing reading and writing and even reception days for visitors. The article portrays lighthouse life as rich in books music and social duties amid the tower’s stern presence.
Mr. E H Wise of Madison Georgia says after vain treatment by doctors for lung trouble following la grippe he took One Minute Cough Cure and recovered his health. He expresses gratitude for the remedy.
A drunken mob from Montpelier started a riot aboard an L. E. W. excursion train between Hartford City and Montpelier, overpowering crew and terrorizing passengers. One woman suffered convulsions. Montpelier officers quelled the rioters after a hard fight.
G Ambertof writes that a stubborn facial sore failed to heal with other remedies until Banner Salve was applied. After one treatment the sore began to heal and after three applications it fully disappeared with no scar, noted from Rushton's drug store.
Liberty Zachariah Wheetsel aged ninety two died here. He was a Fortville pioneer in Hancock county.
In May a neighbor's infant suffered from infantum and doctors gave up. Curtis Baker of Bookwalter Ohio offered Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and the child recovered in two days. The remedy is sold at Houseworth Bros. drug stores.
Seth Ratcliff's sawmill at Middlefork was blown up with dynamite Friday night. Authorities believe the act is revenge for Ratcliff's involvement in the savage saloon brawl at Rushville that led to John Mason's imprisonment.
A nurse warns that a single dose may bring relief to sufferers from asthma or consumption even in worst cases. The ad cites Foley's Honey and Tar sold at Rushton's drug store and invites trial.
Mrs. George Burton’s horse balked in front of a moving train in Princeton. The buggy was struck and smashed. the horse died, but Burton escaped with a broken collar bone.
A patent medicine described as curing sick headache is advertised as sold by Rushtons and Thomas drug stores. The brief item lists the product name and retailers in a local commerce note.
Miss Catherine Rich Terre Haute was released from the asylum and, driven mad by heat, attacked her 70 year old mother striking her severely in a violent episode.
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