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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1903

Page

5

York Township teachers wage suit ends in circuit court

In Claude Lee v York School Township six teachers sued for 1500 dollars back pay. Judge J D Ferrall sustained the demurrer to all paragraphs as contracts were not in writing. Plaintiffs may appeal to the supreme court. Dodge oppose. Zook and Jay for the township.

York Township Claude Lee York School Township J. D. Ferrall James S. Dodge Supreme Court Lee Dodge & Dodge Zook & Jay

To Cure a Cold in One Day Advertises Quinine Tablets

An old advertisement urges taking Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets to cure a cold in one day and promises a refund if it fails. It notes a signature from W. Grove on each box.

Ee W. Grove Ox. c

For Sale Six Year Old Mare With Foal

Six year old mare for sale with foal. Perfectly sound. Contact Dowell's Livery Mikhart for details.

Dowell’s Livery Mikhart Wtf

Desirable 240 Acre Elkhart County Farm For Sale

For sale one of the most desirable farms in Elkhart County 240 acres fully fenced with new page wire fencing two sets of buildings good sized creek through eight fields well adapted to stock raising particulars upon application Simpson Abstract Office Elkhart Ind asking price $16400

Elkhart Simpson Abstract Ind

Bleaching Blues: A Grocer's Cautionary Note

A clipped ad warning grocers about subpar bleaching products. It stresses avoiding cheap imitations and urges vigilance in sourcing quality supplies to ensure consistent results.

Ross Seen as Front-Runner for Thirteenth District GOP Chair

The Indianapolis Journal notes Walter Brown will not run again as Republican state committeeman in the Thirteenth district. Frank W. Ross of Marshall County is the leading, and likely sole, candidate mentioned for district chairman, while Judge John H. Baker’s name is dismissed as absurd. Attorney Chas W. Miller endorses Ross, citing geography and party experience. Brick would welcome Ross as district head, strengthening local GOP leadership.

Walter Brown Elkhart Indianapolis Journal Frank W. Ross Marshall County Chas. W. Miller Goshen Thirteenth Boss Miller Brown John H. Baker Federal District Court Congress Brick Ross

Bitter Fight Warned To Persist Against Dr. King's Discovery

T R Beall of Beall Mississippi reports his wife suffered lasting consumption symptoms last fall. After trying Dr King s New Discovery she improved at once and was entirely cured after four bottles. Guaranteed by Houseworth Bros Druggists priced 50c and 1 00 Trial bottle free

Houseworth Bros

Emma Schumacher Sues for Cruelty and Non Support

Emma Schumacher files a suit against Charles J. Schumacher alleging cruel and inhuman treatment and non support. She seeks to resume her maiden name Emma A. Rimpler and 25 dollars in attorney's fees.

Emma Schumacher Charles J. Schumacher Emma A. Rimpler

Costly Blunders and a Gentle Remedy

A humorous note on mistakes and danger contrasts with a promotion for Dr. King's New Life Pills. The ad claims the pills cure dyspepsia dizziness headaches liver and bowel troubles, describe them as gentle yet thorough and priced at 25 cents at Houseworth Bros. Drug Store.

Dr. King Houseworth Bros

Bowser Will Probate Allocates Estate to Widow Then Sons

The will of Philip Bowser, dated February 9 1903 and witnessed by Anthony Loy, was probated today. The entire estate goes to his widow Kasander Bowser for her life, after which it is to be divided equally among his three sons Harley E Bowser John H Bowser and Guy Bowser.

Philip Bowser Anthony Loy Kasander Bowser Harley E John H Guy Bowser

Notice on Wagon and Carriage Repairs by J Rush

Repair work on wagons and carriages available for prompt service at the corner of Crawford and Grove Streets. J Rush advertises skilled, timely repairs and invites customers to visit.

a . _J. RUSH Crawford and Grove Streets

For Sale Our Home at 212 High Street

Home listing shows address 212 High Street with contact via call at house. Property details are limited in readable text.

Local Notices and Visits Amid Rainy Weekend

Saturday night crowd was small due to rain. Mervin Dilis spends a few weeks with his parents Mr and Mrs Charles Dilis. Miss Milbert Golden of Elkhart visits Miss Myrtle Curtis. Charles Dills reports a fine colt badly cut by barbed wire last week. Dr George Dean of Chicago vacationing with John Hilbish. Mrs Bob Wall and son of Elkhart visit area Sunday. Miss Stella Watts of Zion returns from Chicago visit with sister Mrs Edwin Hilbish. Carl Curtis, Heaton Lake champion fisherman, catches ten pound bass Sunday evening. Mrs Samuel Swinehart and family of Elkhart visit relatives last week. Miss Pearl Hilbish and Mr Berle Nickelson attend Lake School House meeting last Sunday.

Lee Smetzer Mervin Dilis Charles Dilis Milbert Golden Elkhart Myrtle Curtis Charles Dills George Dean Chicago John Hilbish Bob Wall Stella Watts Zion Edwin Hilbish Carl Curtis Heaton Lake Samuel Swinehart Samuel Holtz Pearl Hilbish Berle Nickelson Lake School House

Electric Bitters Promises Quick Relief for Ailments

A old time health brief proclaims Electric Bitters as a cure for nervousness sleeplessness stomach upsets and general debility. It claims to tone the stomach regulate kidneys and bowels stimulate the liver and purify blood. The ad offers a 50 cent price with a money back satisfaction guarantee by Houseworth Bros. Druggists.

Houseworth Bros

Land Transfers and Notices in Clinton Goshen and Concord Townships

A sequence of property deeds records transfers in Clinton Goshen and Concord townships with prices ranging from 30.75 to 2 700. Notable entries include Levi Mast to Joseph Mast land in Clinton township for 2000 and Martha A. Longley et al to W F Noffsinger thirty acres in Concord township for 2700. Also a medicinal poultry ad offers Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio with 75 cents tablets and a 100 dollar cure guarantee.

Levi Mast Joseph Mast Clinton Township James Freeland Milton B. Larimer Goshen Leah Pontius Aaron G. Snyder Bango Township Elkhart City E. A. Davis Elkhart Susan Holdred Wm. H. Cripe James Conner W. F. Noffsinger Concord Township Julia Longley Henry Stockman Teresa T. Stockman Union Township Margaret Mosser Romelia Shafer Nappanee Simon P. Culp Samuel Walter Wakarusa Briggsdale Improvement Company Henry B. Sykes Hikhart Bessie Lott Isaiah Violett Henry Swartz Henry Cruckwell Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio

Frightened Horse Rampages Through Street

A frightened horse runs wild through the street throwing occupants as it bolts. The incident highlights common dangers and is tied to a local remedy advert. Bucklen's Arnica Salve is promoted for burns cuts sores eczema and piles with quick relief under its soothing effect. 25c at Houseworth Bros. drug store.

Bucklen Houseworth Bros. Drug Store

Gilmore Gray Co. Oil Receives Strong Endorsement

Frank Chadwick of Deshler Ohio writes that Gilmore Gray Co caus tic oil acts quickest and yields good results after months of use. He plans to buy a gallon when business picks up and notes price at 50 cents per bottle. Also mentions Gilmore's Headache Powders sold by Thomas' Drug Store.

Deshler Gilmore Gray Co Fletcher F. Chadwick Gilmore Thomas’ Drug Store

We will bond you Surety Bonds The Simpson Abstract

Office 206 Main Street. A brief public notice outlines bonding services offered by Simpson Abstract, detailing contact at office location and service scope.

Simpson Main Street

Appointment of Administrator in Elkhart County Indiana

Notice states Ebenezer F. Manning is appointed administrator of the estate of Thomas Manning, deceased, Elkhart County Indiana. The estate is presumed solvent. Clyde Raymer and Ebenezer F. Manning listed as administrator.

State of Indiana Elkhart County Ebenezer. F. Manning Thomas ‘Manning Indiana Clyde Raymer Ebenezer F. Manning

Court activity and local lawsuits dominate Goshen news

The report notes several cases in circuit court including Thompson suing for notes against contractor Brumbaugh and a long litigation ahead. It mentions James Rector and Franklin Grant appealing a remonstrance by Nappanee saloon keepers, while Robert Artley vs Hazel Secor is appealed from Justice Foster. Ground breaking for a Goshen institute is planned with attendees from across the state. Lourrettia Harker sues for divorce from Joseph Harker, seeking restoration of her maiden name Lourettia Griffith, with no children involved.

William ‘Thompson James ,Rector Frankin Grant Frank Robert Artley Hazel Secor E. D. Foster Zook & Jay Lourrettia Harker Joseph Harker Lourettia Griffith

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Madame Stiver DR. Bolan Bolan Columbia Hotel Institute Elkhart Branch L. Helfrigh & Son ODD. Fellows Aes Shafer & Schulz’s R.a
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