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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1906
Page
1
The trial started at nine o'clock this morning with the prosecution delivering its opening statement. The court session focused on the charges and key evidence expected to be presented by the district attorney.
March 7 proceedings in the Sherrick misappropriation case feature Benedict and Hadley outlining a brief opening. The crowded courtroom notes an unusually intelligent jury with no professional jurors as attention turns to potential witnesses and questions on political influence.
Senator Scott moves to oppose administration policies amid mounting pressure for regulation. He vows to stand with pressing demands and signals a stance against proposed regulatory moves.
Extensive changes replace all high show cases with 42 foot counters on the first floor. The layout doubles counter space and moves offices to a balcony area. Two cashiers desks speed service, a corset fitting room is added, and the millinery department shifts to the second floor. White paper decorates the first floor walls.
Jerome C Kelley died suddenly at 9 35 this morning at the home of his step daughter Mrs BE Burns 308 Jefferson street Death was due to heart trouble He had recovered earlier from a stroke last October He is survived by two brothers William and John a sister Mrs R Shipley and his step daughter Mrs B L Burns Funeral will be held at the house Friday at 1 30 under K T M auspices
Members of the Century Club are arranging a club team formed entirely from members to face all challengers next summer. The squad will reportedly include several former players and a few good prospects, with practice to condition them. Discussion also covered grey uniforms with two C's on the shirt front and a subscription dance at the club to benefit the team.
Local residents Mr and Mrs Wesley Berkey of South Main Street report a missing pocketbook incident observed near their home. The event involved coal and domestic items, with the thief leaving behind the pocketbook after a brief encounter.
Domestic worker Mrs Alverna Schoup was struck from behind and knocked unconscious at 416 Brady street around 7 pm. The assailant fled, leaving tracks in fresh snow. she is 27, daughter of Mr and Mrs Jacob Sager, widow of William Schoup, with a heavyset man observed nearby earlier. Tracks from Third street to Brady street alley suggest a large male assailant.
Fire destroyed the barn of Cy Li Stiles, a dairy farmer living one mile south of Misha Waka, after being noticed around 1:00 a.m. Monday. Responders found the blaze had already gained substantial intensity by the time families were awakened.
Residents and officials question Supt. Johnson's promises to stop waste discharge into the Bik Hart river. The board previously heard he would remove the refuse pipes if needed, but no immediate action was seen. Observers report daily oily scum near Jackson Street bridge, suggesting ongoing pollution risks.
National bankers in Indiana press Senator Hemenway to introduce a bill allowing national banks in towns under 25,000 to loan money secured by real estate. The senator plans to take up the matter with Controller Ridgely tomorrow. A growing belief among financiers since several years supports allowing real estate as security.
County commissioners receive a proposition about voting machines with funds to be paid from savings. The action signals a financial shift and potential implementation of new equipment pending approval.
C J Kinney and Clover Leaf farmers in Elk Hart county protest a proposal by Columbia Voting Machine Co of Indianapolis to install 29 voting machines and reduce precincts from 60 to 29 with pay from projected savings. Commissioners will consider the plan. Charles Kinney of Bilkham has been named chief engineer of the Clover Leaf railroad with headquarters in Frankfort Indiana.
Louis J. Russell presented The Middleman a melodrama with serious themes at the Bucklen Opera House last night. His portrayal of the old inventor captured faithful emotion amid strong audience applause. Dorothy E. Meadows and B. Sardis Lawrence offered notable support while a weak reading by Je Kennedy marred some scenes. Russell to receive a Chicago benefit in about two weeks.
Public schools will hold spring vacation during the first week of April. The term will close Friday evening, bringing commencement exercises to an end.
John Henry Null, longtime Elkhart resident, died at Clark Hospital at 4 30 yesterday afternoon from heart enlargement after a three week critical period. Born in Snyder County Pennsylvania in July 1830 he lived in Michigan and Ohio before moving to Elkhart in 1886. He was a farmer and a 55 year member of the First Evangelical church. Survived by his son J W Null and sister Mrs H M Crout of Three Rivers. Funeral Friday at 2 30 from the First Evangelical church with Rev J O Mosier officiating. Burial in Grace Lawn cemetery.
Frank Williams, 17, of 108 Jefferson street, robbed the Oyster Bay restaurant cigar case of 5 cents. Andrews trapped him, Williams confessed and was ejected. Pursuit by Officers Rinehart and Roth, with Merchant Police Dunbar, led to his capture. He was fined $1 and costs and jailed 80 days.
Tax Commissioner Wingate issues mortgage exemption guidance for March 1 use. Eligible property owners must file personal affidavits. joint mortgages require both spouses affidavits. heirs have no exemption without an affidavit.
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