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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
1
Mrs. Elizabeth Tresch 51 was killed in her Peru Indiana home by a burglar who entered a back window after 9 30 PM. She fought the attacker choking to death and died at 11 55 PM. No description of the assailant or motive. authorities suspect a circus follower though color is unknown. No robbery occurred.
Washington June 14 the treasury controller grants an additional 46 698 27 to Indiana for the 161st Indiana regiment in the Spanish–American War. A 30 600 certification was approved by the court of claims, with Indiana appealing 15 897 under the controller’s recent ruling. The period covers from enlistment for Spain to formal mustering. The check goes to Gov Hanly for disbursement to officers and men.
Theodore P. Shonts president of the Panama Canal Commission spoke at Drake University commencement. He said he does not believe in muck-raking but notes the American public's revolt against corruption among wealthy individuals.
Buffalo June 14 Roy Knabenshue the aeronaut lost control of his air ship at 1130 this morning and dropped into the Niagara river. He and the craft were rescued by the life saving crew. Knabenshue was injured.
An explosion occurred aboard a ship associated with the American A net operation. No immediate details on injuries or exact cause are provided. Authorities are monitoring the scene as investigations continue.
L C Turner warns Elkhart merchants to temper expectations for the Lake Shore special excursion tomorrow likely bringing 200 to 400 shoppers from Sturgis and White Pigeon. The off season event aims to boost shopping with a noon arrival and 6 20 departure, tickets valid three days on regular trains.
Daniel Rogers, one of the oldest switchmen in the Lake Shore service at Elkhart, left this afternoon for Castlewellan County Down Ireland to visit his aged mother. He expects to be gone two months. It is his third trip to his native land and he has not seen his mother for eighteen years.
Amasa P. Lloyd traveled to Buffalo oiling mills to inspect 00 tons of angle bars for the Lake Shore. Peter Levine went to Youngstown to inspect a large shipment of 100‑pound rails for the Lake Shore.
Company E of the Third Infantry reports encampment at Ft. Benjamin Harrison from August 13 to August 22. Indiana troops will train ten days in camp with regulars and expect to depart in sync with the fort’s schedule.
The Main Street sidewalks are deteriorating and property owners have been ordered to repair or replace them. A new cement walk is under construction in front of the Trumpetz Saloon on South Main Street.
Cleveland June 14 At the start of the interstate commerce board inquiry attorney Kline for Standard Oil said the company would present no rebuttal and this was taken as an admission of guilt in the ongoing investigation.
The Palace and Art store formerly owned by Mrs. Padman has been sold by A. F. Tyler to Reuben Brunson of South Bend. Mr Tyler will devote all his attention to the real estate business.
Ten persons drowned when the steamer Mues from Spain sank in the North Sea near Antwerp, Belgium. A warship struck the vessel, and five survivors were rescued.
Elkhart visitors George Raper and H A Molle view a warped open faced watch found in the ashes near Van Ness and Market streets. The piece survived the blaze with its dial and blue numerals visible. Raper escaped a fallen wall by crawling through a transom before soldiers forced him to abandon his trunks. He reports San Francisco labor disputes have been settled and rebuilding will proceed.
In a circuit court in Detroit Michigan William Walls and associates secured a verdict against Detroit United Parade for damages totaling 3500. The long fight concluded with the award in favor of the plaintiff.
The Rik Hart Gas Company showcased its new Main Street and East High Street offices with three Humphreys exterior gas lamps and twelve inverted Welbsback lamps plus six Humphrey lamps inside. The firm claims the best appointed gas office in Northern Indiana and features a basement model work room for demonstrations.
A crowded Presbyterian church heard Mrs. Bertha Fitch and her pupils in a notable evening concert. The program featured a military polka arranged for two pianos drums and cymbals with an encore.
The readable fragment references a Presbyterian director and an address linked to the church. Details are incomplete but indicate a note about leadership contact at a church facility.
Old Glory’s 124th anniversary marked by flag raising at St Vincent’s Church with pupils and clergy present. Women’s Relief Corps of Shiloh Post G A R held a daytime observance featuring a flag drill and graveside decorations at Grace Lawn Cemetery. City flag displays and a noted tattered flag at the city hall mast drew attention. firemen urged citizens to replace it.
A tramp named Pat Murphy faced a city court for assault threats against a woman neighbor near Lake Shore. The complainant lived near Station. Murphy allegedly went there yesterday and demanded money before threatening with an ax.
Bebby and Trainor of Chicago seek Elkhart water franchise, inviting Mayor Greene, Controller Bell, and Board of Public Works to view Riverside and Princeton plants near Chicago. Officials may bear inspection costs. A revised Northern Indiana Railway franchise is also under study as the city awaits a formal proposal within days.
Elkhart will host the next annual Heaton reunion at Island Park the second Wednesday of June. About eighty members from Indiana and Michigan attended the gathering honoring descendants of Abraham Heaton, a Cas County Michigan pioneer, with W F Watts of Los Angeles delayed by three wrecks arriving at the close of festivities.
The South Bend Press Club will meet this evening in the Commerce athletic club writing room at 8 o'clock. John B. Stoll, editor of the Times, will give an impromptu talk on pioneer newspaper days. An informal social and smoker will be featured.
Epworth Leaguers hold a session at Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church delivering practical good from their meeting. The event gathers local youth and church members for discussion and activities fostering growth and service.
In Indiana the Anti-Saloon League program explained by Rev E S Shoemaker highlights South Bend outreach and state wide nonpartisan efforts. Epworth League convention at Trinity M E church proceeds with sermons music and reports as delegates discuss Christian stewardship and legislative aims.
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