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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1900
Page
4
The Weekly Truth magazine announces Thursday publication with the latest foreign and local news. Subscriptions available for $1.00 per year delivered to any post office in the United States or Canada.
A May 17 1860 Republican platform asserts governments derive powers from the governed and that upholding these Declaration principles is essential to preserving republican institutions.
The South Bend Tribune continues inquiries into ex Senator Turple while also noting the ongoing absence of Hom and Abe Brick. No further details given.
In Chicago police fear a riot following reports of Chinese outrages against Americans. Authorities brace for potential clashes and increased tensions amid widespread anxiety and unrest.
The hesitant move to replace Perry 8S Heath with Deely's ally is decided. The first resistant postmaster general is chosen as secretary of the national executive committees.
The ancient Review labels Gren. Lew Wallace a courteous gentleman with harmless tendencies. It notes the publication sometimes errs yet can be correct when weighing multiple sides of an issue.
The Nebraska figure J Sterling Morton is described as peculiarly able in sane matters but his temperate language is noted as weak. It is suggested his influence would grow if he stayed closer to practical ground.
The Review editor derides Henry A Johnson as mentally unfit for supporting McKinley, faulting his stance and marveling at the editor’s own perceived brilliance. The remark uses sharp editorial humor to question Johnson’s political judgment.
A Kentucky fugitive and W. 5S. Taylor are mentioned as part of a humorous discussion on duties of an American citizen. The piece argues public agreement on citizenship standards is lacking and reflects on national good.
The South Bend Tribune extols the sight of Democratic nominees losing and saves its strongest praise until after the convention. The paper holds back in advance for safety, awaiting the outcome before judging.
A Michigan City News editorial argues that newspapers should not devote extensive promoting of candidates who do not contribute to the paper. It says editors are foolish to waste space on boosting such candidates without reciprocal support.
The article defends former Senator David B Hill as a model Democrat focused on revenue. It criticizes mistaken reporting and notes Bryan supporters may disagree on some issues. The piece portrays Hill as an upright American statesman with a spotless record.
The Review printed an error changing Dr. Bower's name with an extra final a and faced scrutiny from locals. The piece also incorrectly claimed Wea Nolan was nominated for the accessory board by Ouolo Republicans, which sentiment locals dispute as untrue and misleading.
The Goshen News complains that Truth allocates insufficient space to candidate Dr Bower. The editorial page grows more frenzied with each day as its suggestions are ignored, signaling intensified pressure on press fairness and campaign coverage.
The article compares editorial space given to candidates Dr. Bower and Abe Brick and argues the News and Truth differ in endorsement coverage. It notes Brick’s name appears on the News ticket as a leaned endorsement and claims Truth has equally covered other nominees including Fieldhouse Davis Mummert VanFleet Puterbaugh Eisenweiss and Cordrey.
The article argues that poor workers try to build homes for their families but face high material costs set by trusts. Nails paints and oils have spiked, making rents rise as dwelling shortages persist. It condemns the notion that future coinage reforms will help, calling that view futile for hardworking people.
The piece critiques George Hoar for accusing William Jennings Bryan of imperialism over the Spanish American treaty. It argues Hoar defends McKinley while condemning the treaty, suggesting he aids protections for privileged interests and questions his consistency and patriotism.
A cautious editorial urges restraint and protection for Chinese residents amid reports of atrocities in China. It notes no hostility in this city and argues American civilization should uphold equal rights and safety for all, citing the Samaritan parable as guidance.
The article notes General Otis, after returning from Manila with American troops, declared the war over and insurrection suppressed. It also mentions General MacArthur, who succeeded Otis, being ordered to deploy forces to China and his protest of the action.
The article discusses military blame over Philippine conflicts, calls for Otis and McArthur to face accountability, and critiques political ties to imperialism. It then shifts to U.S. politics with Eckles and McKinley, and reports on China tensions, troop plans, and the Tien-Tsin situation as Allied forces gain control amid new declarations of war.
The county clerk issued a marriage license on Saturday evening to Grant C. Jennings aged 23 and Kitty Mann aged 23 both of LaPorte. The notice also mentions One Minute Dough Cure as a harmless remedy with immediate results.
Lake Shore train No. T struck a tug boat near Coldwater killing occupants Hart and Dragon instantly. Engineer Charles Moulton of the city, with engine 431, pulled the 3:45 p.m. locomotive. Two slats of the cowcatcher were broken. remains sent to Quincey after the wreck was cleared.
The infant son of Edward Opliinger of Bel River township Allen county wandered into a barnyard where a bad tempered horse kicked and trampled him to death. Local authorities reported the fatal accident and identified the household as the scene of the tragedy.
A Republican club organized in Goshen Saturday night will be named the McKinley and Roosevelt club and will include Elkhart township. The case Adelina Baumgartner versus Rinard Stutsman has been appealed. Judge Blake had given the plaintiff judgment for 42.70 dollars.
Mrs Christine Stevens died at 9 o clock this morning of apoplexy at the home of her son Warren B Stevens in Adamsville. She had lived with her son for three years and was sick a short time. She was 81 years old. Funeral Friday at 2 p m from the house with Rev Davis officiating. A her son was the only surviving relative.
In a Detroit letter dated February 5 1900 Jacob Brandon reports using the Compound of Seven Cures each spring to purify his blood. He also claims a friend with cancer was cured by the medicine and recommends it to Dr O D Warner in Michigan.
Mrs James 8S Shaw and daughter Carrie visited from Ashley via Lake Shore line and Mil lersburg. On arrival she found her purse missing after getting off the train containing a five dollar bill, small change, two Wabash return tickets from Millersburg, and calling cards. She borrowed money to continue to Elkhart to visit a sick sister. Reward offered for return if left at the News bookstore in Goshen.
Experiments at the Streeter glass factory in Terre Haute over the last three months show a new fuel gas that costs less than half of natural gas. The process promises cheaper gas even during Indiana gas belt boom days and may lead to rate reductions benefiting the public.
A collage of storefront pitches lists a bakery, ice cream, hats, gents’ furnishings, buggy sales, harness, cleaning and baths, medicine tonics, beer and bottled goods, window fronts, tailoring, cigars, seeds, and saloons. It notes streets 106 Main, 522 Main, 736 South Main, 102 North Main with brands and phone numbers.
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