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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1903
Page
2
Mollhagen Bros. lifted over 1000 pounds of lake trout Monday in a banner haul for the season. Trout are abundant this year and fetching higher prices than since the civil war, with strong demand from buyers. Ciscos swirl in shallow water as anglers anticipate a very profitable spring season.
Goshen Democrat criticizes the jury verdict in the Russell Guipe petit larceny case. The paper notes Guipe’s prior theft history, hints at jury sympathy, and questions the sentencing as insufficient and inconsistent with past conduct.
A series of property transfers listed with buyer, seller, location, and consideration. Notable deeds include lots and parcels in Elkhart Goshen Concord Union Washington and York townships with values from 100 to 2 500 dollars and multiple names such as Karnell Weyand Huntsberger Conner Shaum Drutsch Miller Longanecker Ganger Zimmerman Swinehart Myers and Beyerle.
BEiwell Hoyt, prominent Eau Claire resident, has assembled a notable pioneer relics collection. He built a replica log cabin two years ago to store and display the items, including old-fashioned tools, weapons, and implements used by early settlers in the central states.
Obituary note for a longtime Elkhart resident, Civil War veteran, member of the city’s First Hose Company and a Maccabee, reflecting his community roles and affiliations.
Friday's Daily reports Charles H. Doty aged 76 of Elkhart died at the Sanitarium after an appendicitis and subsequent complications. He leaves widow Julia Doty, brother David of Detroit, and half brother Avery Brown of Petoskey. Born in Toledo in 1848, he served in the 31st Ohio, moved to Elkhart in 1868, and belonged to the Maccabees and Machinists Union. Funeral Sunday at 2:30 from his West Jefferson Street home.
Jerome C. Davis a 53 year old Lake Shore conductor died at home at 807 South Main street after a forty eight hour illness from apoplexy. He suffered the stroke while returning east on a freight run near Rolling Prairie. He leaves a wife a son Roy a daughter Millie a father E. J. Davis a brother Anthony and a sister Mrs Laura Cooper. He had worked for the company about 40 years and was a member of the Order of Railway Conductors. Funeral plans to be announced.
Republicans in the Senate scheduled the final vote on the Cuban reciprocity treaty for Thursday of next week with immediate adjournment of the extra session. The steering committee agreed on a united front against amendments to the Panama canal treaty and to accept Cuban amendments including house concurrence.
Washington dispatch says Ceiba Honduras was seized by revolutionists and a U S warship may be sent in response. Vice Consul Wilde in Ceiba reports the upheaval and potential action by the state department.
Judge Chetlain instructed the jury that if any law was violated it was federal and defendants were not amenable to the state court. He said the dealers' contract fixed coal prices and formed a combination against interstate commerce law.
London editors report Marconi declined to submit his wireless system to a test before four editors across the Atlantic to verify its authenticity. He reiterated his claim that messages had already passed between Europe and America.
A terse Tennessee note reports a crash on March 18 involving Jon N and a company identified as M. Details are scarce in the fragment, with no clear ages, locations, or outcomes provided. Further information from the full report would clarify parties and damages.
The Tennessee and Arkansas sides see rising flood levels. North Memphis remains largely submerged. Levees show no breaks but have weakened at multiple points raising concerns for the city.
Madrid reports the government uncovered a large counterfeit operation backed by powerful influence. Spurious silver coins have circulated across Spain, with estimates indicating about 12,000,000 pesetas, roughly over 2 million dollars, already in circulation.
Excavations in Rome reveal an underground basilica system used by early Christians. Archaeologists declare three tombs house the remains of St. Mark St. Marcellinus and Pope Damascus among other findings.
Batavia New York March 13 Mrs Seth Payne a key Burdick case witness remains unserved by the subpoena before the coroner. She states she is not making an effort to dodge service.
The Danish Scandinavian-American line steamship Nicolai, second of that line, arrived in New York this morning eleven days overdue from Copenhagen and Swedish and Norwegian points. The delay was caused by heavy gales en route to port.
A Cardiff Livingston county mine explosion at midnight left fifteen miners trapped. Three bodies were recovered by 9 AM as details spread from Springfield and Cardiff officials.
London dispatch reports Prof Behringhoff of Vienna, famed for the diphtheria serum, announcing a new serum that would render cattle immune from tuberculosis. The claim adds to Behringhoff’s reputation and launches potential vaccine development discussions.
The pope resumed life as usual today in Rome on March 13. He conferred at length with Cardinal Rampolla, assisted at a Lenten sermon, and received two cardinals along with several bishops and priests.
Evansville Indiana reports river levels easing this morning as water recedes along the Wabash and White rivers with reassuring updates from upstream communities.
Miss Nora Beale visited her brother from Saturday to Monday and stayed with her sister Mrs. Wenger. A son was born to Mr and Mrs Artis Pletcher. a daughter to Mr and Mrs Ford Green. Emmet Secor moved to Beers place. Mrs Luther Curtis is remodeling. Mrs Wilbur Crull convalescing. Master Clyde Diltz has been punctual two years until today when he was sick and late. Several locals attend San Toy in South Bend. Ethel Ocker on sick list. Mr Ezra Watkins gravely ill with grippe. Major community moves include Oliver Rogers Jr moving, Henry Schwarms moving, Mason Stair moving, Funk of Elkhart visiting, Roy Payne family visiting C M Curtis, and a dam incident where Sherman Henderson and Ed Ames swam to safety in high water.
Jane Boone transfers part of land in Clinton township to Levi Myers for $500. The brief deed item notes the land involvement and party names without further details.
A club house deal is consummated by a committee comprising Dr. Eisenweiss Dr. Short Frank Weiler and Lew Dennert paving the way for a new facility.
A committee of Elks led by Dr Hisenbeiss Dr Short 5 W Shum ard Frank Weiler and Lew Dennert completed a real estate deal to take the Poole property on Second street in Elkhart. The three story Elks home will feature first class facilities funded largely by last summer’s carnival profits. Construction starts soon at the alley corner on Second street between Marion and Harrison. The agreed price was 3726.74.
In Vicksburg Mississippi on March 14 authorities set a shotgun patrol along over forty miles of Northern Louisiana levee amid rumors of plans to cut the levees to ease the tense situation and flood risk.
W. Sawyer of Bargo township attended a Roann Indiana Poland China sale where a hog of majestic perfection sold for 8000 dollars. Sawyer bought a sow bred to the winner to add to his herd. Forty sows averaged 176 dollars each. E J Hurst of Macy Indiana purchased the 8000 dollar hog.
Henry Heier sells part of a lot in Elkhart to Frederick Meier for 800 dollars. Caroline Hickok transfers a Goshen lot to Jennie E. Hickok Banta for 1 dollar. Catharine Stutzman sells a part of Harrison township land to Solomon Stutzman and wife for 1 dollar. Solomon Stutzman and wife transfer a Harrison township land part back to Catharine Stutzman for 1 dollar.
Sheriff Manning moved Riley Brown from Michigan City to Goshen and jailed him on $300 bond after a brief elusion across Elkhart South Bend Chicago and Michigan City. Brown, released by a sister surety Madame Mcliver, fled to Chicago with Effie Good and was caught again in Michigan City after learning authorities sought his arrest. Brown faces a charge of stealing an overcoat.
Excitement rises in Granger and farmland values double after reports of rich mineral deposits. A stock company with $100 000 capital is formed led by South Bend and Granger businessmen. Articles of incorporation list directors James A Judie Clinton Salsgiver George Beyrer Harry H Alford John H Pickers Charles Slaughterbeck and John Lerner of Granger Indiana.
The Mississippi River swelled rapidly, flooding northern Memphis streets. Boats are used to cross submerged avenues as refugees arrive in a starving condition after being rescued.
Secretary Moody faces ongoing discussions on a military staff proposal during a West Indies cruise. The issue was described as under consideration and will be revisited after the envoy’s return.
Secretary Chamberlain reached London from South Africa this afternoon to a warm reception. A distinguished party including General Roberts Premier Balfour and cabinet members greeted him and crowds cheered outside.
Detroit March 14. The motion of millionaire Frank Andrews convicted of wrecking the City Savings Bank was denied this morning. Andrews remains in the penitentiary.
Washington reports Judge Day’s physicians say he passed a fairly good night and remains in encouraging condition as of the morning update from Washington.
Olean New York March 14 the six teenth death from the explosion occurred this morning victim named Richard McLeand aged nine three boys remain hospitalized with injuries at local hospital
Peter O Neil was found guilty by the jury for cutting Red Wade in a quarrel over money. A sentence of from two to fourteen years at Michigan City was imposed. Wade was wounded January 2 and, despite days believed fatal, later recovered. Wade was defended by J B Gottschall the poor attorney.
Judgments show Matilda A. Hurter awarded divorce from Frederick Hurter with $500 alimony and $2 weekly support. Plaintiff to pay costs. Albert McDonald v Grand Trunk Western Railroad dismissed at defendant’s cost.
Work was begun today at Goshen on the proposed Wawasee electric line project. Officials said construction will proceed in stages with funding from state and local authorities and may extend into neighboring counties if approved.
Washington March 16 A Senate special session may extend as several senators plan long debates on the Cuban treaty. Louisiana figures Meinery Foster and Teller announce extended remarks. Debate likely to start Wednesday, vote not expected before Saturday, with potential to spill into next week.
Democratic senators plan to unite on two amendments to the canal treaty one expanding U S jurisdiction over the local canal zone and the other barring future territorial acquisitions in South America. Republicans push for unamended ratification while Morgan seeks more changes. Ratification appears likely with few votes against it.
Washington March 16 The condition of Justice Day of the United States Supreme Court who is ill with pneumonia continues encouraging Dr B L Hardin the attending physician had Dr William Osler from Johns Hopkins University come for a consultation They issued a bulletin stating Justice Day's condition good There has been no extension of the pneumonia All symptoms favorable The justice remains in a very serious condition but his family are hopeful for recovery.
Washington society prepares for a unique annual dinner at the Home for the Aged hosted by the Little Sisters of the Poor. White apron waiters representing the aged community will serve as diplomats and their wives, including Mrs. Philip Sheridan and other prominent hostesses. The French embassy leadership shifts with the absent ambassador in Chicago, delegating duties to the First Secretary Mme De Margerie and Jules Boeufve.
Washington reports Mrs Phil Sheridan widow of General Sheridan remains notably youthful in appearance drawing widespread comment. The Sheridans own a Rhode Island Avenue residence known as the Admiral Dewey house filled with pictures and memorabilia.
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