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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1901
Page
4
Truth Publishing House announces the Weekly Truth issued every Thursday with foreign and local news. Subscriptions cost 1.25 dollars per year delivered to any U S or Canadian post office.
A Pan American Exposition speech by Senator Lodge sparks debate over the Monroe doctrine and German American loyalty. The New York Post and Staats Zeitung feud while Magdeburg Zeitung accuses the NY paper of treason to Germany. the piece argues American naval strength and German American allegiance sustain the nation.
A major New York life insurance firm plans a temporary total abstinence class for policyholders. Drinkers would face higher premiums, while abstainers may see reduced rates if abstinence proves safer. Applicants must pledge not to drink at all and remain abstinent during the policy term. The move aims to strengthen temperance arguments and is being experimentally tested.
Delegates to a jubilee gathering fill pulpits and halls across Boston and nearby towns. Figures show the association’s rising influence during its half century of life and growth, meeting new needs as cities worldwide expand rapidly.
A contem porary disdain for the Bunker Hill battle myth is contrasted with past editorials. The piece notes shifting views on Lincoln and McKinley, urges cheerfulness, and ends by urging readers to believe the Battle of Bunker Hill was not fought in vain amid hopes for abundant crops.
The article argues that corn crops are equally vital to national welfare as wheat, noting that some regions saw poor wheat yields last year but strong corn yields. It emphasizes corn's role in sustaining industry and economy alongside wheat.
An advertisement urges readers to pursue real health through proper food rather than hope for better health later. It promotes Scott’s Emulsion of cod liver oil as a means to gain appetite and strength, emphasizing food as the path to wellness. Scott & Bowne of Pearl Street, New York are cited as the source.
The article recalls Bismarck’s pivotal role in German unity and the monument unveiled in Berlin. Count von Buelow lauds his leonine nature and devotion, while reflections on Emperor William and enduring internal conflicts are noted amid praise for the chancellor’s work. The text also mentions a separate note on smallpox scares in Indiana.
Real estate loans available at prevailing interest rates offered by the Co-Operative Savings and Loan Society. Funds may be secured for property purchases or refinances. Contact the society for terms and eligibility.
Indiana state health officials consider using epidemic funds to vaccinate communities free of charge to curb a rising smallpox outbreak. Governor Durbin and Secretary Harry have discussed the plan, awaiting board approval. Reports say smallpox spreads across more than 20 counties, with calls from Hammond Crawfordsville Portland Clarkshill and Kosciusko county for diagnosis.
A Mobile Alabama U S Marshal praises Peruna after a short trial calling it the most excellent remedy for grippe and catarrh. The letter from Washington notes strong relief and recommends Peruna broadly amid epidemic grippe concerns. A Texas hotel proprietor testifies to Peruna easing asthma after repeated failures with other remedies. The Peruna Medicine Company of Columbus Ohio offers a free copy of Dr Hartman’s latest lecture.
Mrs L Pease of Lawrence Kansas says three bottles of Electric Bitters let her walk after seven years in bed due to kidney and liver trouble nervous prostration and debility. She praises relief from headaches backaches nervousness sleeplessness and dizziness. Guaranteed satisfaction available at Chas D Rushton and Houseworth Bros drug stores for 50 cents.
The piece argues that personal property assessment is inconsistent and biased by low values. It notes homeowners often understate values to stay safe, while neighbors’ better furnishings reveal the weak standards. A deputy assessor rarely probes, leaving affidavits prone to deception.
A 19th century advertisement asserts deafness from Eustachian tube inflammation can be cured by constitutional remedies and catarrh treatment. It pledges $100 for any deafness case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure, mentions circulars and sells Hall's pills via Druggists at 75 cents.
Evansville report states Jesse T. Peck, longtime deputy federal marshal, has forwarded his resignation after several years of service.
Fred Kroma was arrested here and transferred to Richmond to answer a charge of criminal assault.
Advertisement notes Mrs Austin's Wheat Food rich in phosphates and gluten, promoted for sale by all grocers. The brief item highlights a nation wide availability and requests readers to buy the product.
Joseph H Cabell, a coal operator in Washington, donated a 250 by 250 foot parcel in the city center for a library site and park. The building to be erected will occupy the tract’s heart.
A lively dialect piece contrasts views of Sofrony Ann and Danl White with a note on a Chicago judge ruling that workers may strike and employers may blacklist strikers. The decision upholds parallel rights, urging moderation and conciliation between labor and capital.
A LeRoy New York family urges others to use Grain-O, claiming it benefits health and children. The letter praises Grain-O as superior to other beverages and urges readers to choose it for wellness.
Mrs L A Danforth of Elkhart Indiana reports strong nerve relief after using Dr A W Chases Nerve Pills she purchased at Houseworth Bros Drug Store The testimonial notes improved health and nerve strength and warns to look for the signature on each package published by Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY
John H. Day who died under mysterious circumstances at Abbeville Louisiana has been identified as Willis Harold son of Samuel Harold of Westfield. Harold was forty years old. He left two years ago and after deserting from the regular army assumed the name Day.
Mrs Indiana Campbell, aged ninety four, lives nearby with twelve children of whom eight survive. She has forty three grandchildren, one hundred four great grandchildren, ninety four living, and three great great grandchildren.
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