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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1901
Page
4
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A column denounces attacks on Alexander Hamilton as political ghoulism while defending his record as a founder of the US government. It recalls Hamilton’s early support for independence, leadership in the constitutional cause, federalist writings, and treasury role, contrasting with contemporary criticisms.
The essay laments the Schley Sampson dispute over the Santiago battle, arguing partisan politics have degraded a defining American naval victory. It criticizes inflamed recriminations that split the naval service and Congress, overshadowing the achievement and honor due to all participants.
The passage urges a full, fair inquiry into a longstanding dispute among claimants. It laments delays and hopes the process will reveal the truth and allow renewed focus on maritime heroes and naval achievements.
Yale professor Dr J W Seaver studied 4 657 undergraduates and 20 000 peers finding lateral spinal curvature common at entry to college. Among 2 057 Yale students 117 had the defect. 38 close students, 68 ordinary, 11 athletes. Athletic activity appears to prevent or help cure the condition within reasonable limits. The article also ponders whether the curvature arises from early schooling and notes moderation in exercise is best. extremes harm.
A Chicago preacher Rev. W B Leach and others are accused of fostering hate through narrow bigoted sermons claiming few will reach heaven. The piece contrasts Leach with Jesus Christ’s compassion and questions why church leaders send such preachers to crowds who seek faith.
A state official reports a letter from the son of a Civil War general describing a farmer who found quail eggs and raised quail as pets. The writer asks whether his practice violates a new law passed by the last Legislature and seeks a permit to keep the birds.
Discussion on re enactment of Chinese exclusion law stirs western labor leaders who propose broadening the ban to all Asiatics. Advocates defend Japan as industrious and stable, arguing selective exclusion should target China while maintaining US Japan trade and relations. The piece contrasts Chinese stagnation with Japanese growth and calls into question the purpose of alien exclusion amid growing commerce. Also notes American Woolen Company price cuts and industry reactions.
The article argues woolen industry depends on protective tariffs for prosperity while iron can compete on revenue duties. It notes the 1894 free wool shift favored foreign markets, the Dingley tariff aiding American producers, and the 1898 woolen trust forming to boost efficiency and profits. It cites opposition branding the American Woolen Company as tariff protected and potentially anti-competitive.
The Mississippi valley region faces serious corn losses due to heat and drought with key states Kansas Nebraska Iowa Illinois Missouri and Indiana bearing much of the crop. Analysts from the New York Journal of Commerce estimate a possible 300 million bushel shortage though weather may adjust this figure. Farmers in 80 thousand acres plus will likely see high prices next winter depending on conditions.
The proposed German tariff draws strong opposition from Austria Hungary and Russia. Vienna hints at a tariff war with Austria Russia and the United States as talks stall. Stated pressure in St. Petersburg grows amid fears of reprisals if the bill passes.
Editor S A Brown recounts his wife’s dyspepsia and weakness, noting rapid improvement after four bottles of Electric Bitters. He calls it a grand tonic with gentle laxative effects, claiming a positive cure for indigestion loss of appetite stomach and liver troubles. Available for 50 cents at Rush ton and Houseworth Bros.
Mr Rockhill and the United States special commissioner at Pekin disclose indemnity terms. Interest starts July 1, payments due semi annually with first on Jan 1. China allowed three years before principal payment. Principal and interest go to Shanghai via the committee of encashment. Committee distributes funds to powers in proportion to due interest. Pekin backed tariff aims to abolish free list except cereals. Rockhill urged exemption for afloat cargoes and a tariff postponement for contract completion. Postmaster general restores U S postal service in China to pre outbreak status. Military postal service authorized Aug 2 1900 to continue.
The text notes the phased effect on Sept 1 including the discontinuation of United States military station No 1 in China. Military postal service has largely ceased, with postal attaches returning home or to other postings.
Laborers and teamsters sought for Burlington railroad construction across Western Iowa Minnesota and Dakota. Wages 200 per day for one to five months with shorter terms at 1.75 daily. Board 3.75 weekly. Fare 480 from Elkhart Indiana with free return once work ends. R R Labor Agent D d and Das s 503 South Main St Elkhart Ind. Ships Sunday 7 45 a m.
A cupful of Mrs Austin's Wheat Food serves seven persons for breakfast, making it more economical than similar preparations.
Freight officials note rains in Kansas Missouri and Illinois boost corn prospects yet rail traffic now leans toward manufacturing and non agricultural freight. Chicago Milwaukee St Paul line shows agricultural share shrinking while overall tonnage rises due to diverse traffic. Heavy fall crops like wheat oats and hay promise strong movement.
Frank J Cheney of J J Owenzy & Co with offices in Toledo vows to pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason records sworn oath on December 6 1886. The advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Family Pills as effective remedies sold by Druggists.
Children favor Mrs Austin's Wheat Food for taste and ease of preparation, praised as a superior alternative to oatmeal. The ad urges readers to ask their grocer for the product.
Attorney General Taylor warns Elkhart about a graveyard insurance company and threatens a formal investigation. The remark implies serious scrutiny of the firm and potential legal action.
Railway World outlines that ticket scalpers operate outside lawful methods by inducing contract violations and forgery. It notes the difficulty of proving crimes, small per-incident amounts but widespread damage, and that profits fall on railway patrons rather than the railways.
The article argues for equity court intervention to curb scalping and illicit ticket sales, noting Cincinnati actions at the Christian Endeavor convention and past uses in 1898 and 1899. It cites Judge Clark's 1897 injunctions as authority and urges Buffalo and others to adopt the method to boost tourism and commerce by allowing lower rate access for large gatherings.
The Chicago Tribune reports omnibuses without tracks or horses will operate on Jackson boulevard to Lincoln Park next week. The 30 foot vehicle carries 40 plus, with five cent fares, two decks, electric lighting, and a motorized four wheel drive system. Promoters vow frequent seats, express service, and routes into the city core.
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