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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1900
Page
4
A plea to subscribers to renew and buy both papers at the price of one. The Farm Journal is described as practical, progressive, clear, honest, and useful with wide readership. A free sample copy will be sent soon for evaluation.
The article notes kerosene at 15 cents and gasoline at 14 cents with Standard Oil declaring a five dollar dividend. It remarks on farmer prosperity and the public distrust of trusts. It mentions the fear trust collapsing and a mill combine placed in receivership as funding for combines becomes difficult.
Senator West warns that the United States cannot hold territory as a colony and its people as subjects, calling such a policy the most preposterous and dangerous seen in his public life. He frames the issue as a fundamental threat to national principles and democratic ideals.
The Kentucky board of contest awarded all the state officer positions to Democratic contestants. They took the oath and prepared to assume office but were refused by Republican incumbents. The dispute is expected to go to the courts with no further danger of mob action.
Voters in Indiana voice opinions on Senators versus aligned Republicans. The piece surveys party sentiment and suggests support for a mainline GOP stance amid internal friction and public scrutiny.
The report claims Gen Otis has ordered 1000 pairs of handcuffs and 200 pairs of leg shackles for use on insane soldiers in the Philippines amid heat, disease, and bullets. The War Department denies this purpose, but offers no clear explanation of the intended use.
In the House of Representatives fear of whip defeat pushes leaders toward a 15 percent Porto Rican tariff instead of 25 as in the original bill. The president pledges to sign any measure that passes, more flexible than Harrison or Cleveland were willing to be.
The Indianapolis Independent profiles Colonel James S. Dodge of Ekhart as a clever but selfassured candidate likely to draw scattered votes across the state. It notes his veteran status and argues the race could be his final chance to become governor, even as a northern push in the Thirteenth district is anticipated.
The piece argues that if tariffs had followed democratic statesmen’s wishes from twenty-five years ago, current corruption and corporate accumulation of wealth might have been reduced. It contends tariffs enabled graft as men and corporations amassed riches quickly, leading to collusion instead of competition.
The Columbia City Post condemns trusts deemed injurious to the public, urging reforms and scrutiny of corporate power amid growing objections. Officials warned against unchecked monopoly behavior and called for action.
At a conference of committee members at the Grand Hotel Indianapolis Chairman Martin outlined the campaign plan and urged immediate vigorous work through the end of the race. Headquarters in Indianapolis will open next Monday as counties finish organizing with most county tickets expected by late March.
The Siouxapolis Sentinel argues that nearly all American trusts arise from tariff laws and urges removal of tariff favors. It warns against enlarging government trade interference to curb trusts and notes trusts may dictate railroad rates as they do tariffs.
The secretary of state denies knowing about charges from ex counselor Macrum accusing a Grisish error of opening mail sent by the United States government and other alleged improprieties. The piece notes partisan divides and predicts possible political fallout as Congress weighs the claims.
The national G A R plans to petition Congress to end the pension department and pay each honorable discharge soldier 1 a day from the treasury. Supporters say it would cut 700 to 800 high salaried officers and clerks and save government costs. Opponents fear job losses for many in Washington and nationwide offices. South Bend Times.
The South Bend Times editor urges Republicans to hold their county convention in March and Democrats to plan for September. The piece argues lengthy campaigns waste ammunition and distract the public, insisting six weeks is ample for a campaign and that office seekers should respect the public’s time.
Finglash writer Tuomas Suanson criticizes American trusts and urges tariff-based action. He argues Britain has few trusts and that tariffs empower or curb monopolies, warning that US voters surrender industrial freedom to a self-made prison of monopoly. He cites British Parliament and calls for tariff attacks on trusts.
A stark critique reflects on the degraded state of man and the widening reach of moral corruption as modern evils intensify, questioning the purpose and consequences of such collapse.
The piece condemns the new Snester mechanic Bradeen for harsh treatment of Lake Shore shopmen. It argues workers are educated and capable, urges organization to resist dismissals, and warns Bradeen to adopt humane tactics or face trouble from Elkhart citizens and workers.
The article notes President McKinley moved from advocating free trade with Puerto Rico to supporting a protective tariff on Puerto Rican sugar and tobacco. It accuses trusts of financing his 1896 campaign and predicts renewed fund-raising as the year advances.
A pithy collection of maxims on repentance sincerity luck and social behavior. It notes honesty can be slow to appear and foolishness arises from love or vice versa. Observations on marriage push and pull and the value of manners close with a quip about liverymen and faultless wives.
The writer argues against taxing Puerto Rico as U S citizens, likening it to King George taxing colonists. Cites McKinley era tariff debates and tea party imagery to frame Republican leaders as repeating past abuses. Claims Americans resist trust-driven policies and defend liberty and justice.
The Chicago Chronicle discusses the Democratic National Convention planned for July 4 in Kansas City, noting time, place, and delegate rules. It contrasts with the Republican gathering set for June 19 in Philadelphia and analyzes strategy on trusts and platform timing.
A reflective note contrasts the flag’s symbols liberty justice and equality with dangers of imperialism and taxation without representation, arguing the emblem should not stand for conquest or oppression.
A critique alleges local Republican papers in Elkhart bias against James S. Dodge. It cites Truth and other papers as unsupportive while praising Dodge’s qualifications and party loyalty. A Muncie Daily Star inquiry underscores perceived bitterness from local editors.
The speaker argues the Fourth of July convention offers a chance to shame Republican platform builders and postarera by presenting a clear anti trust and freedom program. The tone frames the event as a pivotal political moment to expose opponents.
The Illinois Farmers' Institute held its annual meeting in Springfield on Tuesday. Officers for 1889 were re-elected: G. A. Willmarth of Seneca as president, L. N. Beal of Mount Vernon as vice president, A. B. Hostetter of Springfield as secretary and superintendent of institutes, and A. P. Grant of Winchester as treasurer. H. D. Hughes of Antioch joined the board, replacing C. J. Linderman, deceased, from the Seventh district.
Two plague deaths reported in Honolulu after twelve days with no new cases. Victims were a Chinese man and a Chinese-filipino woman. Maui island Wahului shows no new cases since the first seven deaths. situation described as under control.
The sewer pipe trust will be formed today in New York, creating the American Clay company with $10,000,000 capitalization. Factory owners will receive bonds and stock for their plants, with O. C. Harber of the Diamond Match company heavily involved.
There is widespread catarrh thought incurable until recently. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F F J Cheney Co promises a constitutional cure taken internally and claims to reach blood and mucous surfaces. They offer $100 for any failure to cure with testimonials and circulars available.
Two mechanics liens totaling 548205 76 dollars were filed in the county clerk's office by Henry C. Evans as agent of the Lorain Steel company against the Third Avenue Railroad, the Forty second Street Manhattanville and St Nicholas Railroad, and the Union Railways company.
Green Bay Wisconsin February 28 prominent state ministers gather for the Wisconsin congress of religions modeled after the world congress in Geneva. Sessions will be devoted to scientific discussion and a broader probe into a number of religions.
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