05 Jun 1890
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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1890
Page
1
A Truth Publishing House advance column argues every citizen should attend church and contribute to its civilizing influence. It insists religion sustains public morals and warns that removing church support would weaken the community and force ministers to leave.
A vivid line describes bells ringing softly over clover as a birdlike voice bursts from a feathered throat. The imagery blends metallic chime with natural hush, creating a musical rural scene.
Resolutions from a Washington conference argue that the state is a divine institution deriving its highest authority from God, with a subordinate role for the people. They urge a single Christian standard in law, support school provisions, oppose secularism, favor international arbitration, Sunday rest bills, and restrict mail service on the Sabbath.
A compact essay argues against relying on genius and urges steady effort. It contrasts plodding, practical labor with egotism and idle brilliance, using Adam and biblical cautionary tales, then credits Christine and a Spanish statesman for practical leadership, honesty, and natural tact.
A compilation of moral maxims and reflections by Emerson Wesley Ram’s Horn McPherson Quarles and Webster on courtesy happiness God religion and the value of purposeful work. The passages urge kindness justice mercy and the importance of faith in shaping character and outcomes.
An Washington elevator conductor describes his car as a microcosm of society. He notes carrying a mix of “the most promiscuous crowd in the country” and mentions General Banks as the only thanks he has received after six years of service. He comments on politeness of the general.
The Treasury Department decides to send back to China the Chinamen smuggled into the U S via Mexico now held in custody at San Diego California. The plan aims to save government costs by repatriating them rather than returning them to Mexico and risking further arrests.
In a Tuskegee letter Senator Carlisle argues against a Treasury note funded warehousing bill. He says it would tax farmers and favor rich counties, enable speculators, disrupt markets, and expand federal power, risking debt, dollar expansion, and loss of farm independence. Death report notes William A. Murphy, longtime Alton editor, died aged 60 after illness.
Plans from the National Building Plan association describe a two story frame house with brick or stone foundation and elevated ceilings. The first floor features a large arlor 15 by 16 and a 11 by 12 kitchen with ample light, plus a 4 by 8 pantry and dining room, while the second story holds four chambers and a balcony. Estimated cost is 2500 dollars.
Report from Merced Cal and the San Francisco Examiner describes a vast airborne spider web containing millions of spiders that settled near the city and dispersed, sending residents fleeing and livestock stampeding as the web reportedly travels toward the Merced river. The same page notes the end of Gilbert and Sullivan collaborations as they cease joint work after years of musical success.
A Shaker at Franklin Kentucky, Miss Ipa Lapp, formerly Miss Ladd, rejected sect norms to pursue a suitor. She now answers as Mrs. R A Fairtrace of Pittsburgh after an advertisement in Cincinnati. In other news, Russia presses Turkey over war indemnity arrears with a warning of possible forcible measures if unpaid.
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