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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1906
Page
1
Report says the Czar may close the Douma tonight if a peasants manifesto is issued. Troops fill barracks near the meeting place as constitutional democrats cite a possible crisis in Russia. The court orders no further action without the defendant present while the president spends the day at a picnic.
Justice McLean reserved his decision in the Thaw case. All parties are to be restrained from further actions except in Thaw's presence. A ruling on the permanent restraining order was expected. Mrs Thaw spent about two hours with her husband today.
A heavily charged trolley pole near Washington and Pennsylvania streets sparked panic in downtown Indianapolis. The live pole threw a horse and burned insulation, its surface hot as a cook stove. The animal died after contact with the pole, while bystanders avoided injury.
Albany reports that 1800000 policy holders list copies were contracted by the company with the international policy holders organization. Only those brought from New York state joined the strike, leaving ninety workers at the Albany site continuing to work. New York employees claim they were brought in under a promise of higher pay.
Washington dispatches describe President Roosevelt clipping a Richmond report about a Chicago license dog tag found in a can of sausage. He forwarded the item to Commissioner Neill with a brief note reading Respectfully and sincerely referred.
The Department reports foreign commerce for the past fiscal year at 2.97 billion dollars. This sets a record and falls just 30 million short of three billion, marking the greatest year in the history of the country.
Oyster Bay July 19 The President and family have gone to a shore picnic at Sagamore Hill and will be out of sight until evening. He telephoned Secretary Loeb to say there is no need for him until later today. The President is away from the world for the day.
Washington July 19 over 500 bids were received for the Panama Canal project with the tally reaching about one thousand bids in total as the bidding period closed.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Milwaukee and July with unclear event details involving someone named Jimmy. Further readable facts are limited.
Property owners press Elkhart council over water company failings. Mayor cites delays and poor records as hydrants and sewers remain unusable without water. Board of Works to prepare detailed report on hydrant needs and locations for next meeting.
Cleo Smith son of John Smith of Locust street was attacked near Excelsior schoolhouse by a large Newfoundland. His face nose and right ear were severely lacerated after approaching the resting dog. A doctor treated the wounds and the grandparents refused to kill the dog.
Mrs H H Mosier wife of Bristol Banner editor died at 5 45 am after a year long illness. Aged 34 she leaves husband two children Marie and Bruce mother Mrs C E Bickel brother W W Bickel sister Mrs Dr Merritt all of Bristol. Member of Eastern Star and Bristol Episcopal church. Body to Bristol for funeral at the late home with Rev Brant officiating. Funeral planned for Saturday or Sunday afternoon.
Mrs Eva Sassman declared insane was brought to the police station by her husband Noah Sassman last night. She feared to be violent and arrangements were made for admission to Longcliff asylum. An earlier police call near Pratt street ended in no disturbance. Later Mrs Sassman was found to be the screamer in the city jail and was taken to Goshen by Sheriff Manning to await admission to Longcliff.
About 6 o clock last evening Mrs David Dyer and Mrs Hugh Books were injured when their horse driven buggy bolted after a passing dray truck near the Hotel Buckeye. The pair were thrown on Jackson street as the horse hit the Harvest Queen mill steps. Mrs Dyer suffered broken teeth facial injuries and a broken skin bruise while Mrs Books received a scalp wound. They were taken home by B C Godfrey. The horse then broke free, wrecking a front wheel and tearing the top from the buggy.
Benton correspondence notes upcoming Elkhart chautauqua event on July 26 with attendees and preparations mentioned by peers. The item hints at a community cultural gathering and local interest.
Norman Colosky dived into 14 foot floodwaters to reach 10 year old Maynard Smith who wandered too far while at a Evangelical Sunday school picnic. Colosky crabbed the boy after two dives and bystanders including Arthur Graham helped revive him. The near-drowning cast a gloom over the park patrol.
South Bend Times notes a large crowd expected at the St Joseph Valley Chautauqua to hear Governor Hanly as public concerns center on current topics. The governor is anticipated to deliver a spirited address with strong points on issues of interest to attendees.
Officials of the Cooperative Building and Loan Association met Tuesday evening to review the year. Earnings were estimated at seven percent with six percent credited as dividends and one percent to the surplus. All directors were reelected.
Chicago Journal attacks Prof Charles Zueblin of Chicago University for suggesting a six month trial marriage period. He denies advocating free love and says lecture accounts were garbled. The dispute centers on his remarks about motherhood, sex, and marriage in a controversial talk to University of Chicago students.
McNauton Park hosts the second annual Elkhart chautauqua opening this evening with Dr Eisenbeiss commanding the assembly and Mayor Greene delivering a welcome. Prof Pearson and the Lyric Glee Club will headline night lectures and moving pictures while preparations continue for 24 campers and space for more tents.
L Wagner and Prof P M Pearson arrive this afternoon to take roles at the Chautauqua with duties as superintendent of assembly and platform manager respectively Horton and Thomas manage refreshed privileges from last year as the event proceeds this season.
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