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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1901
Page
6
Camden New Jersey June 17 police appeared in shirtwaist uniforms with blue flannel waists white buttons and service stripes and straw helmets in a lighthearted crowd. The unusual attire drew playful remarks as officers looked cool and neat under the sun.
Search for Prince Edwards the Foster murderer continues in northeast Texas. A negro described as Edwards was reported near Greenwood on the Texas & Pacific line, offering to pay two men to guide him. Sheriff Ward leads a posse toward the scene after a reported sighting near the Herne place six miles from Greenwood.
A reader notes using Allen's Foot-Ease in gloves to absorb perspiration and protect gloves, calling it a dainty toilet powder. Dr. W. C. Abbott from Chicago Clinic approves its use in practice. Available at drug and shoe stores with a free sample offered. Address Allen S. Olmsted LeRoy N Y.
A blast at the Gravelot factory in Les Molineaux near Paris killed fifteen workers and injured many, mostly women, in the charging room. The explosion triggered follow-on blasts and debris as rescuers pulled bodies from the ruins with soldiers aiding search and recovery efforts.
A vintage ad touts Jell-O as the new dessert pleasing the family with four flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry available at grocers this season, urging shoppers to try it today.
Cleveland June 17 The city decennial board of revision formally notified Mayor Johnson it will not adopt his equal valuation system. The board will not attend further tax meetings and will continue to adjust valuations under the previous method. The mayor sought a new basis for fixing valuations.
A classified style notice warns buyers that Genuine Rocky Mountain Tea is never sold in bulk by peddlers and should not be bought for less than 35 cents. It urges readers to trust the Madison Medicine Co. name and ask their druggist.
William H. Young known as Harry died in Bridgeport poorhouse of consumption and alcoholism. He worked out and adapted Elias Howe's sewing machine ideas and was a once wealthy man about twenty five years ago.
The advertisement promotes DeWitts Little Early Risers pills as a remedy for constipation. It touts the product as a solution to a bilious tired nervous condition and credits Houseworth Bros. as sellers.
In Dubois County Indiana rumors swirl around Mrs Ferry and her sister who locals claim wield supernatural powers. Reports say cattle have been dying in large numbers over the past month blamed on the Ferry sisters supposed hatred of animals.
George B. Cary editor of the Guide in Washington Virginia describes recovery from a severe ankle sprain after using generally well recommended medicines. This compact reminiscence highlights a quick healing and endorses common remedies.
Lord Kitchener reports 250 Victorian mounted rifles surprised at Stenkoolspruit near Middelburg on June 12. Two officers and sixteen men killed, thirty-eight wounded, fifty captured but released. twenty-eight wounded. Two pompoms captured. Boers anticipated continued struggle with Cape rebels and Orange River border activity. No confirmed peace negotiations.
Official 1901 Hungarian crop report estimates wheat at 36,684,208 metercentners versus 38,484,171 in 1900. Rye is put at 11,770,024. barley 10,507,779. oats 9,572,832, each down from last year’s figures.
In a railway incident at Troppau a group of Czechs abducted a German traveler named Lazar and pushed him under the wheels, killing him. His brother escaped after leaping from the car but was badly injured.
The young King Alfonso XIII witnessed his first bull fight in Madrid on June 17. He received an enthusiastic ovation from the crowd during the event.
Advertising copy touts DeWitts Little Early Risers as a remedy for bowel neglect. Claims include regulating bowels, adding years to life and life to years. Endorsed by Houseworth Bros. with emphasis on ease of use and lack of grip.
William Winn from Mount Vernon Ind was moved to Evansville to escape a forming mob planning to storm Mount Vernon jail. He is jailed for safe keeping after the slaying of Charles Curry.
A letter from David City Nebraska dated April 1 1900 praises Grain O from Genesee Pure Food Co LeRoy NY. The writer claims the product improved health after a brother’s coffee related illness and notes they would not be without Grain O.
Washington diary reports Mrs. McKinley in stable condition as three days of rain temper mood with no unfavorable developments noted.
Miss Maude Dickens of Parsons Kansas relates eight years of asthma suffering with multiple severe attacks last year. she found relief after visiting Rushton’s store for treatment.
Chicago reports an Indiana coal trust with $15 million capital, uniting T C Keller Coal Co property and giving option on mines. Plans extend to Illinois Ohio Pennsylvania and West Virginia, creating a five state monopoly on coal output rivaling Standard Oil in money and power. Prices may rise marginally while savings cover costs. a single president would replace many executives.
A tornado thirty miles southeast of Huron, South Dakota, injured eleven people and destroyed multiple structures. John McCormack's residence was demolished, his family thrown against a barb wire fence, and three of the injured are expected to die. A nearby schoolhouse and the Gardner residence were also destroyed or damaged.
Grand Rapids, June 17. A grand jury investigating a city water contract scandal returned five indictments for conspiracy. Named defendants include Lant R. Salsbury city attorney Thomas F. McTarry Henry A. Taylor Wilson V. McLeod and Gerritt Albers with Albers Salsbury and McLeod released on 5000 bail each. McGarry remains unfound.
An old style drug advertisement touts Tascearats candy cathartic with constipation relief claims and a money back refund if CCC fails. Prices listed as 40¢ and 25¢.
Mrs Corna Campbell an eighteen year old bride faces state custody after US secret service arrest in Bergholz Ohio. She is charged with raising many money orders including a 1.50 Chicago Seed Co order inflated to 100.05 sent to Bullock Ward Chicago for furniture and depositing a 24 to 24000 draft in Canton bank. Her husband knew nothing of the alleged crimes.
William Woodard of Decatur Iowa says four one dollar bottles of Foley's Kidney Cure cured his kidney disease and he recommends it to others. The testimonial appears from Rushton’s drug store.
John D. Rockefeller and his wife arrived at the University of Chicago grounds with President Harper to take part in the decennial birthday ceremonies. It marks his first visit since the quinquennial celebration five years earlier and notes his gifts expanding buildings and departments.
Manila reports Colonel infant and Guivara signed to surrender Cailles and his men, likely 500 plus, who will lay down arms at Santa Cruz Laguna province. Eleven Americans named to first instance courts amid forestry circular on license rules for timber on state lands.
War Department figures show by January 1 1901 insurgents captured or surrendered totaled 21 497 with rifles pieces shells ammunition and powder noted. From January 1 to April 17 captures include 247 officers 2 459 men and 820 officers 6 492 men surrendered, totaling 1 067 officers 8 951 men and 31 415 insurgents captured to date.
An advertisement from Houseworth Bros. touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a fast cure for eczema salt rheum tetter chafing ivy poisoning and other skin afflictions. It also claims a certain pile cure.
Residents along the Passaic river in Belleville and Avondale New Jersey observed a remarkable phenomenon a continuous ribbon of young eels about seven inches long stretched for five miles along each river bank. The eels were so densely packed that many spilled onto land and remained on the shore for hours before moving back to the center of the stream.
A grandstand of rotten timber at the Chicago Normal School grounds collapsed during a school drill while a band played. The structure, costing 50 dollars and never inspected by officials, caused injuries to numerous spectators. all are expected to recover.
Allen Halverson of West Prairie Wisconsin notes people travel ten miles to buy Foley's Kidney Care. J A Spero of Helmer Indiana calls it the medical wonder of the age at Rushton's drug store.
General Prudencio Cab, longtime Maya Indian commander, dies from wounds and neglect after a Chan Santa Cruz engagement. About 15,000 Mayas remain active, holding Sabacie and Chankie as many women and children seek refuge in British Honduras.
In Chicago on June 17 representatives of the Foundrymen's association and the Iron Molder's union met at the Sherman house but could not settle the wage scale. They referred the dispute to the joint national arbitration board. Molders pressed a $3 minimum for floor and bench hands while manufacturers offered concessions but could not meet the demand.
In Columbia on June 17 eleven men faced charges from the contract labor system conspiracy and aggravated assault. Ten pleaded guilty to assault and were fined $50 each while J. L. Fowler stands trial on the false imprisonment count. His defense argues consent to punishment negates imprisonment.
Easton Pa June 17 The Lehigh Valley railroad employees in the vicinity have received their May wages with a wage hike from 15 to 30 percent. The increase, dating from May 12, covers all shopmen car inspectors and cleaners along the system totaling about 3600 workers.
June 17 report states labor riots renewed prompting dockyard authorities to close the docks until order is restored in St Petersburg.
Norris Silver of North Stratford New Hampshire shares that doctors said his cough was incurable until using One Minute Cough Cure. The ad claims thousands cured and urges others to try the safe and sure remedy from Houseworth Bros.
Kansas City jury returns a guilty verdict in the Kennedy murder trial finding murder in the second degree. Mrs Kennedy faces sentencing as details of the case emerge from the courtroom.
Professor G A Anderson of Yale is re elected president in a confirmation of leadership at the university.
Roswell New Mexico June 17 Arthur Kline a noted stockman shot and killed his wife Beatrice Kline and wounded Marshall Maddux in a likely fatal shooting spree. The incident leaves investigators seeking motive andRender details pending official statements.
An old advertisement extols Cascarets Candy Cathartic as superior to ancient pills and liquids, claiming modern efficacy and urging pharmacists to stock genuine C C C products.
Winfield Kansas June 17 the state rests its case in the murder trial of thirteen year old Charley Betts Two footprints baked in clay were presented as key evidence lifted from a creek bank near the scene and Betts's shoes fit the prints perfectly.
Ira D. Reckard of Duncombe Iowa reports his young son suffered a severe leg scald and was nearly fully healed in three weeks after applying Banner Salve. He urges families to keep Banner Salve on hand as a reliable remedy for scalds and sores.
A mob hanged George Harris, a Black man, in northern Athens county last night amid suspicions he burned a farmer’s barn. The attack followed tensions with a rival farmhand whose stock houses were destroyed in the blaze.
A damaged fragment references cycling with an advice slogan about healing cuts and bruises. It mentions a drug store named Rushton’s and a promotion of a “Banner Salve” to speed healing. The text reads as a period ad line echoing quick remedies.
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