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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1901

Page

8

Advice for wedding planning from a salty correspondent

A writer recounts a chaotic mock guide for wedding logistics with a hard edged tone. The piece lampoons a master of ceremonies overseeing a procession with strict, theatrical, and unsafe theatrics in a satirical wedding scenario.

Knill's Red Pills and Liver Invigorator Ad Sparks Health Claims

An advertisement touts Knill's Red Pills as a spring tonic to restore health strength and beauty for men and women described as weak or nervous. It promotes Kriff's White Liver Pills as a liver invigora tor with bowel regularity and kidney cure claims. The piece notes a church anniversary event at St Pauls Tutherran church with reverends Ernst and Vollmar assisting in services.

Yory St. Paul's Tutherran Church HW. Ernst St. Paul, Afien John Vollmar Dero, Mich

Elkhart School Seeks Stenographers and General Clerks

Business men and others in need of stenographers or general assistants are requested to contact Dr H. H. Mumaw secretary of the Elkhart Normal School Institution in Elkhart Indiana for position details.

HH. A. Mumaw Sec'y Elkhart Ind

Engineer C Bunnel On Duty At SeilBvan Island

In Charleston South Carolina Captain Bunnel of the engineer corps is reported on duty at SeilBvan Island. He is very ill with typhoid fever and is convalescing with hopes of soon returning.

C. Bunnel He Engineering Corps SeilBvan Island Charleston S. C

Local unions vote to fund strike action with wage deduction

Workers have voted to contribute 10 percent of their wages to the strike fund. Five other local unions are expected to take similar action.

Lodge Tin and Steel

A Minister's Good Work With a Remedy Story

Rev. A. A. Power of Emporia Kansas credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with his swift recovery from a bilious colic. He recounts helping a neighbor who failed with doctors until using the remedy after one dose and a second dose, leading to complete relief. Houseworth Bros. drug stores advertise the product for sale.

Chamberlain A. A Emporia Kan Houseworth Bros

Nash ville professor joins Vanderbilt faculty

Crawfordsville report states Professor J. A. Cragwell, new mathematics professor at Wabash College, resides in Nashville Tennessee, and has recently joined the Vanderbilt University faculty, alumni of that institution.

Crawfordsville J. A. Cragwell Wabash College Nashville Tenn Vanderbilt University

Farmers urged to buy Portland cement at Bigam & Son

In this notice farmers are advised to purchase Portland cement for walks cisterns and stable floors from Bigam and Son at 406 South Main Street saving 20 cents per barrel.

Bigam & Son S. Main St BP. O. Block

Osborn man dies attempt after delirious heat prostration

Charles Fischer of Osborn Ohio, in a delirious state due to heat prostration, bade his friends farewell and attempted to swallow poison, according to the report.

Rocky Mountain Tea Promises Sharp Mind Boost

Ad for Rocky Mountain Tea claims to sharpen thinking with claimed brain-boosting effects. Sells at 35 cents through druggists.

Kin Brothers Injure Each Other in Pitchfork Quarrel

Elnora Thomas and Lafayette Kin namon brothers fought with pitchforks and both sustained severe injuries in the clash. police report details unclear but authorities note the men were hospitalized after the incident.

Elnora Thomas and Lafayette Kinnamon

Dutton Credits Foley’s Honey and Tar for Whooping Cough Cure

Mrs. O. E. Dutton of Danville Illinois says her two children were cured of whooping cough by Foley's Honey and Tar from Rushton’s drug store, saving a doctor’s bill.

Chamness Family to Hold Ninth Reunion in Beeson's Grove

The Chamness Family Association will hold its ninth annual reunion at Beeson's grove near here on August 10 and 11. Family members are invited to attend the gathering featuring lasting memories and fellowship.

Dalton The Chamness Family Association Beeson’s Grove Here

Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Endorsed by Sumterville Reader

P. T. Thomas of Sumterville Alabama reports relief from dyspepsia after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He says he could digest anything after several bottles and praises the preparation as containing all natural digestive fluids. House Worth Bros.

P. T. Thomas Sumterville Ala Houseworth Bros

Wealthy Charlestown resident J M Dodge dies after second stroke

Charlestown reports the death of J M Dodge, noted local benefactor and businessman, following a second paralytic stroke. The passing of the wealthy resident ends a long period of public service and local influence.

Charlestown J. M. Dodge

Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Ad Promises Quick Relief

An advertisement touts Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as worth more than a long respite, urging readers to ask druggists or former users. It claims the remedy is sold at Rushton's and Thomas' drug stores and likens an ounce to a vacation in value.

Dr. Caldwell Rushton’s Thomas’ Drug

Miss Anna Richards Dies After Operation in Louisville

New Albany notes the death of Miss Anna Richards eldest daughter of Judge John J. Richards following an operation at Gray street infirmary Louisville Kentucky The death occurred from shock and is reported in local notices

New Albany Anna John J. Richards Graystreet Infirmary Louisville

To Heal a Hurt with Banner Salve

An advertisement promotes Banner Salve from Rushton’s Drug Store as a guaranteed remedy for cuts wounds sores piles and skin diseases. It warns against substitutes and urges purchase at the local drug store.

Rushton’s Drug Store

Evansville Businessman C A Hughes Dies at Home

Evansville capitalite C A Hughes, a wealthy local businessman, died of heart disease at his residence, authorities report. The prominent figure had extensive holdings in the city and was known for philanthropy and local civic involvement.

Evansville C. A. Hughes

Fragmentary note on Rev. Ww. G. Law

A partial readable line mentions the Rev. Ww. G. Law in connection with an event or group. The rest is unclear, but the reference points to a religious figure involved in a community context.

Cennes An Ww. G. Law

Teething Baby Healed By Diarrhoea Remedy

Report of a infant illness with teething in June and July and frequent bowels. O P Holliday of Deming Indiana cites Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, four drops in water, as the quick cure. Sold at Houseworth Bros drug stores.

O. P Holliday Deming Ind Chamberlain Houseworth Bros

Upland University Faces resignations and faculty exits

Upland Taylor University suffered leadership and staff losses as President T C Reade resigns due to ill health. Professor Ward from science accepts a post at Kansas University, and Professor Speckman from history and languages will move to a Western school.

Upland—Taylor University T. C. Reade Ward Department of Science Kansas University Speckman Department of History and Languages

AFL Union 8 215 President Endorses Dr Caldwell's Syr up

The President of the American Federation of Labor Union 8 215 George Campbell of Clinton Iowa endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Peps for personal and family use and reports good results. Sold by Rushton's and Thomas' drug stores.

American Federation of Labor Union Dr. Caldwell Geo. C. Campbell Clinton Iowa Rushton’s Thomas’ Drug Stores

Pianist transport tragedy in Hillsboro destroys freight

Charles Fishfoot, a Hillsboro teamster, collapsed in the heat while moving two pianos for a Cincinnati firm. He suffered a fractured skull and shoulder dislocation as the wagon overturned on an embankment and the pianos were ruined.

Hillsboro Charles Fishfoot Cincinnati

Rocky Mountain Tea Sold By Druggists Promoting Caution

A compact advertisement urges readers to choose Rocky Mountain Tea from their druggist to avoid missing out, noting the product offers a safeguard against indecision and hesitation.

Prostrated Traveler Seeks Police Aid Over $1800

Robert Brandt of Baltimore Maryland, en route to Colorado, fell ill from the heat in Wishawaka and, in delirium, claimed enemies sought to despoil him of $1800 he carried. Police took him in.

Wishawaka Robert Brandt Baltimore Colorado

Beirne Man Credits DeWitt’s Little Early Risers

O. S. Buck of Beirne Arkansas says he suffered from constipation until using DeWitt’s Little Early Risers and reports a complete cure. He recommends the remedy. Houseworth Bros.

O. S. Buck Beirne, Ark DeWitt Houseworth Bros

Flora Company Abandons Local Telephone Field

The Central Union Telephone Company ends its rapid local competition with Fora & Bringhurst, which has offered free telephone rentals since June 1899, as home patrons support the independent firm.

Central Union Telephone Company Fora & Bringhurst Telephone Company

Bright's disease warning and Foley's Kidney Cure claim

An advertisement warns that high living and intemperance lead to Bright's disease and that Foley's Kidney Cure will prevent Bright's disease and other kidney and bladder disorders if taken in time. The notice urges readers to be sure to take Foley's at Rushton's drug store.

Bright Foley

Fraudulent patent scheme leaves Appleton duped

In LaPorte Frederick Appleton near Favis invested 4000 in a patent to put tires on wheels. The operators who induced the investment fled after the papers proved fraudulent and the State right was not valid.

LaPorte Frederick Appleton Favis

Man From Otterville Praises Foley’s Honey and Tar

Daniel Bantz of Otterville Iowa reports long standing asthma and cough relief after using Foley’s Honey and Tar at Rushton’s drug store. He says the remedy gave immediate relief and surpassed all other treatments tried.

Daniel Bantz Otterville Iowa Foley Rushton

Moses Powell Civil War veteran dies at dinner

Columbus report says Moses Powell a sixty five year old farmer and veteran of the one hundred fortieth Indiana died while seated at his dinner table after a long life of service.

Columbus Moses Powell Indiana

One Minute Cough Cure Saves Child From Croup

Mrs S H Allport of Johnstown Pennsylvania reports her little girl nearly died from croup until the One Minute Cough Cure gave instant relief as prescribed by doctors. Houseworth Bros.

S. H. Allport Johnstown Houseworth Bros

Hartford City President Denny Signs Wage Scale

Hartford City President Denny of the new L A 300 has signed the wage scale with the Independent Glass Company for the coming year. It is 12 percent higher than the old.

Hartford City Denny L. A Independent Glass Company

Sad Story of Youth and Aging Nervous Decline

A vintage promotional piece describes youth infirmity and aging, detailing sleepless nights, fatigue, trembling limbs, and nervous weakness. It touts Dr. A. W. Chase’s Nerve Pills as a nerve nutrient that repairs nerve waste, guiding readers to the Medicine Co. at 18.

A. W. Chase AW. Chase Medicine Co

Foreign trade numbers show 1901 imports and exports

United States total imports for year ending June 30 1901 reached 822,673,165 with exports at 3,487,755,557. Declines in raw silk hides wool and India rubber offset gains in other classes while exports to the United Kingdom rose sharply, making up the majority of total shipments.

United States The Treasury Bureau of Statistics India Hawaii Porto Rico Europe China Asia Oceanica Japan Russia United Kingdom British North America British Africa Germany Mexico Chile Peru Philippine Islands

Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Sighted In Ad

The ad promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pep sin promising to cure dyspepsia and stomach troubles. It notes availability from Rushton’s and relies on plain view display to attract buyers.

Kennan Told To Leave Russia After Travel Reports

George Kennan, the American author and lecturer, has been notified his presence in Russia is no longer welcome. Officials directed him to leave, acknowledging his prior travels through northern Russia and Siberia in 1885 86 to study exile prisons and mines. He later published works and lectured on Siberia and its prisons.

George Kennan Russia Kennan Siberia Altai United States

U.S. Wheat Surplus Aids European Famine Relief

The article notes a large increase in winter and spring wheat production, predicting a total harvest of about 740 million bushels and a surplus near 350 million. It cites exports to Europe, with shipments rising to 5.2 million bushels last week, and expresses optimism for corn recovery and regional yields despite some belt-area concerns.

Russia Germany England Hungary France United States Cincinnati Europe Corn Belt

Foley Kidney Cure touted by Lima user

Wm. Finn of Lima Ohio reports excellent results from Foley's Kidney Cure. He says it relieved back ache and hip pain, toned his system, and gave him energy. The remedy is described as honest and reliable for kidney diseases, sold at Rushton’s drug store.

Wm. Finn Lima Foley Rushton

Oklahoma Drawing: First 13 000 land picks from 160 acre allotments

Oklahoma tomorrow will host a land drawing for 12 000 homesteads of 160 acres each with 160 000 applicants registered. Numbers drawn determine the order to select farms, all registration free, aiming for orderly, fair access and protection from rushes and fraud. The land was bought from Indians for 2 million dollars, with 500 000 distributed to four thousand Indians and 1.5 million held for them. Each Indian keeps 160 acres, and five hundred thousand acres are reserved for grazing. county seat sites are set aside, safeguards prevent speculators, and the plan seeks to shield poor settlers from the past rush brutality.

Oklahoma Interior Department

Chamberlain's Remedy Brings Quick Relief in Oregon Case

A Williams Oregon family sought cure for a infant's severe diarrhoea. J H Doak reports that after doctors failed Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy gave immediate relief and a complete cure. Available at Houseworth Bros drug stores.

J. H. Doak Williams Oregon Chamberlain Houseworth Bros

Kokomo steel trust seeks injunction against new barbed wire maker

In Kokomo the steel trust files suit to enjoin the new independent company from manufacturing barbed wire claiming patent infringement. The defendant answers that the plaintiff has no standing and that the suit is a harassment to hinder the defendant’s operations.

Kokomo Steel Trust S. Movements

Cuba May Govern Itself, Says Gen Wood

Gen Wood, Civil Governor in Cuba, asserts Cubans are capable of self government and possess industry honesty respect for law and ambition. He refutes imperialist claims of chaos, notes a capable cabinet educated and professional, and urges support for Cuba's independent path. The piece contextualizes differing annexation views and highlights Cuba as ready for stable republican rule.

Vyras Wood Cuba United States

Water Works Pump Breaks Down For Marion Citizens

A large pump at the water works plant has broken down under heavy strain. Consequently all sprinkling permits are withdrawn and residents are urged to use water with the utmost economy.

Marion

Kidney Cure Claim From Kentucky Patient

Oscar Bowman of Lebanon Kentucky says Foley's Kidney Cure cured his kidney disease and saved his life. He urges others to take Foley's and notes Rushton’s Drug Store is supplying the remedy.

Oscar Bowman Lebanon Foley Foley’s. Rushton

Hartford City Woman Attacks With Whip on Street

Mrs. George Gray seized a whip and attacked Grace Harris after spotting her husband walking with Harris on a city street. Gray's husband stood by as a female companion of Harris fled in fear.

Hartford City

Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Ad Ends At Rushton’s

Laxative product highlighted with promotion by Rushton’s and Thomas’ drug stores explaining convenience and merits to satisfy shoppers.

Acquittal Ends Assault Case Against J C Warner

A prosecution against Mrs Flowers and Edward Flowers and Bertha Flowers for assault on Mrs Flowers ended with acquittal of Jeffersonville attorney J C Warner. A complaint alleging attempted blackmail by Mr and Mrs Flowers was filed.

Jeffersonville J. C. Warner Edward Flowers Bertha Flowers

The Action of Your Bowels Noted in Quiet Report

A concise medical note references the function of the bowels in a brief, nonalarmist manner. It outlines normal activity without detailing symptoms or diagnoses, focusing on general bodily processes.

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