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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1900
Page
2
A fragment praising a leader for clear mind and steady resolve. It extols influence on infant government and the solving of a common veil with both strength and gentleness. The lines highlight loyalty, purpose, and guiding vision.
The afternoon program at several Elkhart area schools and ward buildings featured speeches and music. Speakers include Rev. A A Ogilvie O Roys Dr Fisher Rev Dr Gaynne Mra C W Frink and others across High School Central Fourth Ward Fifth Ward Weston East Elkhart Beardsley and South Side locations led by Mrs A R Beardsley.
A contract is awarded for a three story brick business block on Main and State where the old Monument building stood. Architect A H Ellwood drew the plans and A H Moyer receives the contract. Ground owner Agron Flowe of East Ekihart holds the deed. The ornate Oriental style towers will feature white stone trim and leaseholds on lower floors indicate early occupancy.
Officer Stamp spotted smoke in the Fair store basement shortly after 11 pm and alerted Mr. McLachlan. They found a coal room candle burned low and set the wooden block alight, which could have fed a larger fire. McLachlan opened the store and ventilated the smoke, preventing stock damage.
Federal court presided by Melvin Kyte found Leesburg resident guilty on the fifth count for taking $71 from a registered letter sent from Libery Kentucky to Dodha Burdette of Waton Indiana. He was not guilty on several other counts and awaits sentencing.
Justices and doctors hold an inquest this afternoon to determine the sanity of a young lady living on Middlebury street after earlier enticement and detainment in Goshen and a south end hotel. A warrant for the alleged abductor was issued but not served due to his departure.
Mrs. Josephine Sailor returns from Cincinnati to contest the divorce suit filed by her husband Fred Sailor on cruelty and desertion. She will answer denying charges and seek a counter suit for 31 000 alimony.
Mary Deia Bush filed for divorce through attorney James Showalter. The couple, residents of LaGrange County, separated March 11, 1897, with alimony of 500 dollars sought. Also notes Christopher Mann of 020 Hubbard Street suffered a paralytic stroke this morning, with physicians hopeful for recovery after prior illness. Mrs Harriet Evans of Hinsdale Illinois endorses One Minute Cough Cure for croup and throat ailments. Houseworth Bros.
Justices Brumbaugh and Sanders with Dr Frink and Dr Dewey ruled Miss Charlotte Roeder of Middlebury street is of sound mind after an inquest into alleged enticement and hotel confinement. She testified of a letter from a Fort Collins suitor promising marriage and funds for travel. Parents vow to take steps to protect her and further action may follow.
A well known woman on Harrigan Street took in a tramp dog but the canine ruined a costly hat with plumes. The dog’s actions led to the end of its short domestic tenure and the hat lay irreparably damaged. The owner declined to publish her reaction in the paper.
Suit for divorce filed by Cnawberlain and Turner. Mamie Le Rae accuses Joan A. Rae of habitual drunkenness, alleging harm to her health. They married June 10, 1892 and separated January 18, 1900. Defendant earns 15 per month as L S and M S brakeman. Plaintiffs seek decree of divorce, $3,000 alimony, and custody of two children aged 5 and 3.
Nellie A Mooney through Chamberlain Turner files for divorce from Jeane N Mooney in Elkhart. Married Sept 21 1884 separated Apr 1 1698. Alleges three years of drunkenness and cruel treatment. Seeks divorce and custody of children Pearl 14 Frank 13 Mabel 10.
The will of the late William Gorsuch of Harrison township was filed today with County Clerk Dennpert for probate. Dated September 17, 1892 the document bequeaths all estate to widow Nancy Gorauon with exclusive control while she remains a widow after debts and funeral expenses are paid.
Attorney P L Warner files action to quiet title against Caroline Vgonhnson et al claiming an interest in Kilhart School lands. Defendants allege a school land cloud. Amalia O Simonson and Peter A Simonson are minors, heirs of Gustavus Simonson.
James Butler former street commissioner of South Bend died this morning in the city while inspecting a sewer excavation. He was overcome by escaping gas and died almost instantly. The note also advertises Tar Syrup remedies by Cc. H. Leonard.
Two Mishawaka youths traveled to nearby city to view Taole Tom's Cabin but were retrieved by a mother inside the Mishawaka opera house. After the exit, the pair apparently did not complete their planned evening together, leaving two dates unfilled.
Orville Alford crippled by a Washington street hole sued the city and, after consulting Dowie in Chicago, sent about 800 dollars to Dowie for treatment. Despite his $3,000 verdict and city money drained, physicians say no Dowie benefit. Other local notices mention travels, visits, and a successful Union Christian Endeavor device amid bad weather.
A forthcoming illustrated history of Elkhart and St Joseph County emphasizes typography and engraving quality. It will include early and late city history, pioneer reminiscences from about twenty individuals, church and school notes, military history with Civil and Spanish American War content, agricultural resources, hydraulics, and local industries.
Yesterday's mild weather gave way to a sudden blizzard. Rain began at 6 pm and changed to snow by 10:30 pm as temperatures fell. Winds rose to a gale this morning hindering streetcars and traffic. A cold wave is forecast for Sunday with clear skies and northwesterly winds.
Attorney O C Black says the Indiana Railway company can construct the electric line from Michigan City to LaPorte quickly if granted a franchise. The Northern Traction company’s award was annulled by LaPorte county officials, and Indiana Railway vows to complete the project by the Fourth of July celebration.
The paving petition for Marion Street will be discussed at next Tuesday evening's city council meeting. A resident canvass shows a majority in favor of paving, as the street is heavily traveled and would improve the city's appearance.
Ray D. Woolpert editor of the Jamestown Courier faces trial for unchristian conduct at Trinity M E church in Nenis on March 18. He is alleged to have bought the Courier with 709 dollars cash and a note for 31 000 secured by a Kentucky land mortgage that exists only on paper. Rev. O M Van Pelt will prosecute the case. Woolpert is a North Indiana M E conference member and started a republican newspaper in Elkhart where investors prospered. He has many friends in Elkhart County.
Mr. Dyer of Christiana reports about eight inches of ice on Christiana lake. Osh in large numbers are being caught and fishing continues to grow daily. Perch appear plentiful amid improving conditions.
J. H. Grieves of Toledo was jailed for public intoxication. He pleaded guilty and was fined plus costs totaling 80.75. He then went to the stone pile.
Infant child of Mr and Mrs Will Kinney of 304 Aspenwald avenue died last night and will be buried from Zion church this afternoon. Children never cry very loud for it but they do like Dr Caldwell's Syrup Lepsin. Ask Thomas' drug store.
L O Wells of Rushville Illinois has purchased Kies Clothing Co and takes possession this morning. The Elkhart store is a well known outlet with long service and strong advertising. Wells has 25 years in the trade and will keep Lash and Olds on staff while W J Kies shifts to road work. The Rushville Republican notes Wells is active in church and city government and the Wells family plans to relocate to Elkhart with Mary Goodwin accompanying them.
Michael Bukowski, 37, was killed by a westbound Lake Shore train at South Bend while waiting for an eastbound freight near the Grand Trunk crossing. Frederick R. Myers, 48, died at home on Division Street from dropsy. funeral planned at Methodist Protestant Church with Rev. J. G. Schaibly officiating. The insanity board found Minnie Stone, 84, unsound minded. she is the mother of two and may remain at Long-Gliff asylum with no room available.
Through her attorney James Sho walter Anna Simon has commenced divorce against Oscar Simon. They reside near Gou ghen and were married January 6 1388, separating March 25 1899. Three children born, only Hazel Maris age four living. Plaintiff seeks decree of divorce custody of children and alimony of 300.
Wesley Nelson of Hamilton Georgia recalls hobbled rheumatism relief after trying Chamberlain's Pain Balm at Blackman's drug store. He followed directions and reports a complete cure in one week with no further trouble. Sold by A O Kow druggist.
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