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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1907
Page
6
Tonight a city council meeting will hear a petition with about 60 signatures from residents asking the city to appoint a Board of Regents to manage Grace Lawn Cemetery. The request follows a recent legislative session that empowered common councils to appoint such boards.
Local residents Lou Dennett Mac Dotson and James O Reilly face fines and arrest warrants after illegal fishing at Elkhart dam. Deputy Rigney and three spotters intensified the roundup in Goshen Elkhart court actions followed warnings. Youth Dan Searls had charges dismissed due to age while warrants remain active for others.
Court proceedings in the Thaw case continue with cross examination of expert witnesses and anticipated jury deliberations. Reports detail admissions sought by Delmas, potential witness lists, and the possibility of a verdict near week’s end as Judge and defense and prosecution outline strategy.
Officials in Elkhart rejected proposals after reviewing contractor bids. Clark and Trainer faced criticism for unclear bid scope and failure to clearly state pumping machinery specifications. The decision followed questions about bidding requirements and project clarity.
Lawyers predict the court will sustain the demurrers. If several contested sections are found unconstitutional the overall law could remain intact. Attorneys for the defendants expect the court to be ready for the April term in Elkhart.
Report states weighing in pounds captured near the Elkhart river dam yesterday by several parties using clubs to beat fish. The defective fish ladder limited pickerel movement and no large catches were seen this morning. Local warden Mae Dotson has resigned, leaving enforcement gaps.
Harry Brown union man and former Chicago Telephone Supply Co employee was arrested on the streets after assaulting a foreman. Brown pleaded guilty to intoxication before City Judge Hughes, paid fine and costs, and was jailed when unable to cover the amount. His home is Hartford Connecticut.
A fragment discusses an engineer facing chronic sciatic pain and failed remedies. The text notes unbearable character of the condition and ongoing resistance to treatment, with references to exercises and persistent discomfort.
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