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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1900
Page
4
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The Ft. Wayne Journal reports President McKinley favors recruiting new men to serve in the Philippines. The move aims to relieve soldiers currently there who are succumbing to disease or mental strain.
Gen. Lew Wallace fumed over tariff quarrel in Porto Rico and the house. He says he would be tempted to vote for Richard Olney if the Democrats nominated him, a view shared by thousands of like minded supporters.
Senator Stewart denounces imperialism and tariff policy in a speech opposing Porto Rico tariff. He insists the constitution must follow the flag and objects to discriminating against any part of the nation, warning that failing to do so endangers the flag.
The article argues the Porto Rico tariff could trigger a clash between imperialism and protection, forcing Republicans to choose between sacrificing the Philippines or preserving the protective tariff. Senator Foraker signals willingness to cede the Philippines if required.
The Goshen Democrat laments Representative Abraham Lincoln Brick for not voting against the Porto Rican tariff measure and failing to represent constituents like Crampacker. It accuses Brick of party loyalty over individuality and claims his tenure lacks merit compared to predecessor L. W. Rouse, who retired without honor.
A letter from Congressman Brick to the Sik bart Review editor outlines his reasons for supporting the Porto Rican tariff bill. He cites Puerto Rico’s poverty and need for internal improvements and education, arguing laws suited to Indiana would not fit Puerto Rico. The South Bend Times notes the letter fails to fully refute criticisms of the measure.
An op ed observes that a map pains himself equally on both sides of any question. The author notes the impression on the public is that he is erased as a factor in the discussion.
The article notes McKinley publicly supports tariff free trade with Porto Rico while privately urging congress to pass a tariff on imports. It argues the President’s constitutional power over legislation appears diminished by his mixed private and public stances.
Francis Ames analyzes envy as a base passion that degrades the soul and harms both targets and envious individuals. The piece argues envy fuels detraction, hatred of success, and social decline, leaving the envious in a narrow, pitiable state.
A partisan screed condemns the House action on Porto Rico and tariff policy. It accuses Republicans of betraying the constitution, serving trusts, and seeks Senate ratification of a 25 percent tariff, predicting Democratic senators will support the Payne measure to enact the rate swiftly.
The piece argues that the Supreme Court will uphold constitutional rights for Porto Ricans, asserting that territories under the U.S. flag cannot be treated as foreign and that the Constitution speaks through the Court against oppressors backed by trusts and monopolies. It warns voters will punish oppressors in November.
The Washington Times editors doubt the Payne Porto Rico tariff compromise will satisfy Republicans or the Constitution. They argue the plan aims to appease monopolies with fifteen percent duty, risking a ruling against protected trade, and foresee no test case before the Supreme Court before the election.
Case appealed from county action on a four mile main ditch and thirty laterals spanning Benton Clinton Elkhart and Middlebury townships. James Horn and Frances Metz own 60 acres to be drained in a project costing over 15000 dollars. Opponents accuse Surveyor Lowell of pursuing personal gain at landowners expense.
The Nappanee remonstrance lists 319 signers over a 384-voter township with 65 abstentions as County Attorney Vail may block William B. Jeffries from license. The Middlebury remonstrance bears 205 signatures. An Independent editor supports temperance in the anti Mishier effort. a St Louis rail strike looms as 1900 of 2396 transit workers may join.
The Review reports Murray seeks inquiry into alleged malfeasance tied to a plan to drop accusations before the election. The piece questions how the scheme would affect the Democratic council and hints at the paper’s own scrutiny of Truth’s methods.
Ad copy claims wasting diseases cause fatigue and paleness and offers Scott's Emulsion as a fat producing food that makes readers gain weight quickly. It markets the product as a standard remedy for all wasting diseases for both young and old, with price and drugstore availability.
A fragment notes a purchase or call for something at Rush ton's drug store with an address fragment 37 wil. The text is incomplete and lacks clear names or dates.
Fedder Bros at 608 Harrison Street sell groceries boots and shoes. Call them for needs soon you will require books and stationers. H A Knevels book store offers complete supply including kodaks.
Now is your time to order you coal and wood. Lowest rates at J Masson, 117 North Main street. First class feed store in connection.
Call on Louis Sterner for suits and overcoats at 213 Main Street with Norris E. Feit. Smoke Chesters brands Ven tury Club Londres Cabana 10ce Indi ana Tigers Old St. Joe and Dom Pedre cigars for sale by all dealers. F. L. Goff offers portraits by a first class artist. Schreiber & Son provide cornices skylights window caps steel ceilings galvanized iron and copper store fronts at 106 Main Street.
Tejiur and Company announces a complete line of new fall suits available for immediate ordering. Customers are urged to place orders early to secure styles and sizes for the upcoming season.
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