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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1901
Page
2
The White Pigeon Flyer collided with light engine No. 612 south of Milford last evening. Both engines suffered heavy damage but no serious injuries reported among passengers. several were bruised from being thrown from seats. The incident delayed No. 26 to Elkhart and No. 612 to Wabash for repairs.
Col Richard M. Smock returned to Indianapolis from Cleveland where he arranged lodging for Indiana G A R delegates for the National Encampment September 9 to 14. He secured options on two school houses and a hall two blocks from Cleveland headquarters, with 2,500 delegates expected to need sleeping quarters. Wire cots will be used and excess space may be shared with the Cleveland committee.
A letter dated June 18, 1901 from A L Brick of South Bend endorses a local petition led by C C Marshall to stock Simonton Lake with perch bluegills and bass. The message says the Fish Commissioner will receive the petition and that local residents should press for district needs.
Governor and staff await a final date for Indiana Day in September after a letter from W S Buchanan director general of the Pan American Exposition. Open dates cover the Fair week and Odd Fellows meeting week. decision likely within days. A parade with Indiana National Guard is anticipated on the chosen day.
The Pennsylvania Railway Company, expanding near Hartford City, confronts a sinkhole two miles east of the town. It has swallowed vast amounts of fill over nearly thirty-five years, forcing the creation of a roadbed spanning about 125 feet as the ground continues to subside.
Workmen report sudden ground subsidence beneath rails at a yard area. A large engine sank nearly twelve inches on a shifted track as rails buckled and settled. Rails sank over two feet in places while trains cross slowly under a night watch.
The Elkhart circuit court decision affirms Currier v State. Dowling J outlines larceny elements for wrongful appropriation and concealment. The ruling covers ownership, temporary custody, defenses of claimed rights, and counsel conduct in closing arguments.
The second annual Ulery descendants reunion met at J. H. Grosh home on the Middlebury road near Elkhart. Fifty-two of 77 direct descendants attended with Goshen guests arriving by interurban at 10 oclock. The day featured a program including songs, recitations, an address of welcome by John Mishler, and talks on agricultural progress and present advantages, followed by miscellaneous business and a dinner.
The Central Labor Union held its last evening meeting with broad attendance. A tailors grievance was referred to the grievance committee. Labor Day committee members include Hackman, Slear, Hughes, Hoetger, Swartz, May, and Davis who will meet Sunday at 3 PM to arrange the celebration and will visit South Bend on Monday to coordinate with Elkhart unions.
Foreclosure sale of the town of Lincoln Middlesex County New Jersey will occur July 10 under Fred C. Wolbert Jersey City. The New Jersey Realty Company auction list includes a church village school house many residences and 1500 lots as the town undergoes receivership following political clashes over woman suffrage.
Two mortgages and transfers of real estate filed with Recorder Peddycord. Henry A. Rowe transfers to Caroline Boyts a lot in Elkhart for 800 dollars. Lucy Hanna transfers to Daniel Poorbaugh a lot in Goshen for 100 dollars. Executor of David Evans transfers land in Elkhart to George and Charles Evans for 3000 dollars.
Mrs. Francis Stillman known as Grandma Stillman died alone at her Sycamore street home after years of dropsy. Born October 14, 1807 in Euclid Ohio, she lived in Elkhart since 1832 and helped found First Christian Church. Survived by one son Allen Stillman, her death ends a century of local history. funeral planned from the church with a commemorative poem by W M Belcher.
Seven mortgages and nine releases plus a life lease from Richard C. Barney to Agnes E. Barney were recorded. Transfers include guardianship from Mary E. Funk to George Millingdrip in York land for 1225 dollars and parcels in Cleveland Baugo valued at 50 dollars with Alice A. Pool and David B. Huntzinger. S. H. Milikin to B. F. Kuhn in Concord for 125 dollars. repeated transfer of the same parcel for 125 dollars.
Benjamin Slabaugh of the Sam Rowell farm five miles northwest of Goshen was jolted from his seat when three year old colts bolted near Oak Ridge avenue. A wheel passed over his abdomen as he lay on the pavement. He was carried to Frank Shoup’s residence and surgeons feared internal injuries with slim chances of recovery. The team was stopped shortly after the incident.
Cook County Illinois ruling holds workers may set work terms and refuse labor without motive inquiry. It notes a worker joined a strike leaving an employer and an allied pledge not to rehire strikers, finding the bad motive behind the agreement does not render the act actionable for the plaintiff.
Perry Turner received word from Michigan fish commissioner that 3,000 rainbow trout would be sent for Eagle Lake. The shipment arrived yesterday and was met at Edwardsburg by Charles Walley who supervised transport and planting. Additional fish are expected from the national fish aquarium for Eagle Lake.
H A Ziesel former yardmaster at Elk hart and current superintendent of the Chicago division, was announced yesterday as advanced to assistant general superintendent. A native of Elkhart with a long career at Lake Shore he earned praise from employers for steady progress and is lauded as a model railroad man. His family and many friends here celebrate his rapid rise.
Robbery at the house of Mrs. David Meyers half a mile north of Derby Michigan on June 1 resulted in $40 cash $1000 and $66.50 on Union Banking Co. plus several notes and a $25 reward for officers. Suspects described as two men 5 7 and 150 pounds one with dark moustache and leather boots the other slim with a white bundle. Sheriff Fred B Collins of Berrien County offers 25 dollars for their capture.
Eight mortgages two releases and multiple real estate transfers filed with Recorder Peddycard include Warren Paint Co to Ha. BR. & L. Asson. Middlebury lot for 850 dollars and numerous parcels in Elkhart York Harrison Concord and Jackson with prices from 22 to 1 650 dollars plus transfers among heirs executors and couples.
Attorney General Taylor will be asked to interpret the law on keeping marriage licenses secret after issuance. Reports describe arrests in Jeffersonville prompted by elopements and underage marriages. The issue centers on hiding names and delaying license entries, with leaks to newspapers frequent. County clerk Dermert seeks guidance on enforceability of secrecy.
The South Bend district of the Prudential Insurance Company held a Thursday meeting with about thirty five agents present. Hon Henry Bohl of Columbus Ohio addressed the gathering to improve agents acquaintance with insurance matters. Out of town attendees included W Stoudt of Newark New Jersey C A Carlisle A B Kerns C Nopper Benton Harbor George W Denslow J N Helvie A N Weaver J M Hastings C E Rompton Elk hart and C M Thayer Goshen.
H Leone Miller, promoter of the Toledo Elkhart and Chicago railway, met in Chicago with T P Shunts president and general manager of the Three Railway. They reached an agreement that the Three should not extend eastward and that the T E C should stay to its original route with connections.
A tentative agreement mentions placing control of the Three I with the latter party. Poledo Elkhart and Chicago Tailway promoters opened an office in the Roop building, in rooms recently occupied by Frank J. Dunten.
A Lake Shore carpenter gang cook named Goshen Inan, who drew his monthly wages in Chicago, spent the money in Goshen saloons and did not return home or to work in Elkhart and Goshen by Thursday night, prompting concerns for his welfare and likely job loss.
Observers note many men show up in shirt waists on pleasant days and dressers agree the style looks neat. Ladies among commentators say the garment has earned strong support from the gentler sex, signaling a shift in attire norms.
The funeral for Mrs Francis Stillman will be Sunday at 12 30 at the First Christian church where she was a charter member. The minister to conduct the service has not yet been chosen. The body will be at the church from 11 30 in state until the service begins. Rev Tomlinson will officiate.
A legislative act makes sidewalk construction materials lienable like other building materials and citizens are warned they must not pay twice for sidewalks.
Mary J. Mishler sold her property at corner First and Water streets in Goshen to William E. Swartz. She will move to Elkhart at once and Swartz will take immediate possession.
Misawaka mill of the Paper and Pulp company burned from about six to eight o clock with the roof and interior destroyed. Fire believed caused by a burning insulation damaged electric wire. Two cars on the E and W track loaded with material were moved to safety. Owner Miller drenched by water and confined to bed. Insurance coverage listed at eight thousand dollars. No casualties reported.
The article argues that newspapers hold immense precision with thousands of metal pieces and a single displaced part can cause a blunder. It notes readers claiming high intelligence for spotting errors and criticizes people who point out a misspelled word while asserting they would spell it correctly themselves.
Scald head described as a severe form of scalp eczema with a claim of cure. Dean's Ointment marketed as quick and permanent in its results. Available at any drug store for 50 cents.
Rob ert Waddell, seen as an outsider, won the great American Derby at Washington Park before about 55 000 spectators. The race paid $100 000 in admissions and a $19 575 purse to the winner. Owner Mrs. R. Bradley and jockey John Bullman were listed with the victory.
A War Department dispatch to President Jacob Gould Schurman at Cornell states twelve positions for young teachers in the Philippines at salaries of 1200 dollars yearly. The teachers are to depart from the United States promptly for duty abroad.
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