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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1909
Page
4
Gov Marshall proclaims the $3000 reward for Oscar Baker, the Cigarette case figure, withdrawn after the disappearance and death of Ananias Baker leaves no remaining witness. The move aims to shield the state from liability if Baker returns and police arrest him.
Construction of a new artificial ice plant for the St Joe Ice Company starts tomorrow pending Lake Shore survey for a siding from the I N W road. The concrete block building spans 500 by 114 feet, two stories at parts, with a 35 ton daily capacity and an adjacent ice cream factory. Completion is expected by May 15 or 20, with a Lake Shore siding to serve the facility on Christina Street near the Wikhart and Western tracks.
At Goshen circuit court Judge James S. Dodge accepts Charles Miltenberger of Nappanee’s guilty plea to wife desertion and grants a suspended sentence. defense by Robert F. Proctor. The court also notes Bernice Spade’s appeal on incorrigibility, a first juvenile case appealed between circuit and superior courts, with J. L. Harman of Elkhart representing the appellant.
The Schmelling divorce suit involving Gustave and Fannie Schmelling was venued to the Elkhart superior court late Monday afternoon. If the venue had been denied, it would have moved forward in St. Joseph County court with Judge VanFleet presiding. The case remains in St. Joseph County for the divorce proceeding.
A shopper recalls buying a suit, getting a $5 alteration refund after the store objected to the return. Weeks later she finds the same suit on sale for $35, noting the garment’s unique fit and large discount. She buys it again, saving $15 overall on the alterations and resell price.
An English visitor in New York notes a curious practice among some women born to second marriages. He explains that several maiden ladies aged 35 to 45 wear their mother’s first wedding ring, passed down when the mother remarried, creating a ring tied to both families. The American woman questions the universality of the custom.
Officials report the discovery of John Bernard Fitzgerald 72 who lived as a hermit in the Australian bush for 25 years. The giant man had four foot hair, claimed religious zeal as a follower of Christ Samson and Hercules, and had not bathed as a religious practice until police intervened.
In Kolked Hungary a centuries old custom requires the bridegroom to pay the bride’s parents. An arbitrator valued the bride at 600 cents per pound. Weighing 86 pounds, the groom paid $51.60, considering himself lucky to wed so cheaply.
In chemistry the elements are shown by symbols each representing a single atom. When more atoms are present figures placed to the right indicate the count. a compound’s molecule is a formula such as C2H6O showing two carbons six hydrogens and one oxygen.
An exchange at the establishment highlights tension over staff greeting routines. The merchant questions the practice of saying good morning or good afternoon on calls instead of a simple hello, signaling broader trouble with customer service norms.
George A. Briggs who served two years on the city board of public works tendered his resignation to Mayor C. T. Greene. The mayor said no decision on acceptance or successor has been made. Briggs cited private business demands and his aim to focus on the water works settlement, noting a favorable contract with the water company and Elkhart Water company as a key achievement.
A vintage guide explains why children tire of soup and offers inexpensive, nourishing recipes. It details stock preparation, removes grease, and provides step by step methods for Chicken Soup Scotch Broth Clam Soup and Salmon Soup with clear cooking tips and flavoring ideas.
Reports say Noah Martin, 20, brother of Mrs. A. Morningstar of 2009 South Main Street, escaped Longcliff hospital for a third time. He has been at the institution about eight months and, due to his condition, has received many liberties. His sister and her husband have heard nothing about his whereabouts.
A fragmented report from Proctor describes an alk incident with unclear names and terms. readable portions mention a suspect, a location, and a follow up by authorities. further specifics are not present in the surviving text.
A method describes forming a compact beef roll with thin flank and layered lean beef and pork, seasoned with pepper salt paprika allspice or poultry seasoning and minced onion. Roll tight, sew, tie, brine for days, boil four hours, press until cold. Slice for cold meat or sandwiches.
A fragmented recipe describes preparing stuffed round steak. It instructs pounding the steak, layering an onion and bread crumb dressing with butter, rolling, tying, shaping, baking for an hour, then making gravy.
Fragmentary lines describe peppermint items and a platter portion with unclear measurements. The snippet hints at a translation or recipe note but provides minimal readable context or names. Further readable details are needed to identify persons places or organizations.
Rev W H Brightmire urged Clyde C Raymer, ex judge and anti saloon activist, as reform mayor candidate during a St Pauls church meeting. Raymer warned against politicizing pulits and pressed that the issue is to decide whether the licensed saloon stays or goes. He attacked saloon supporters and warned of blind tigers if voters remove saloons.
The text describes Arthur Padelford’s death leaving part of his fortune to his daughter Bettina Girard, with disinheritance of a prior claimant. It notes Miss Moncheur’s life with her grandmother and upcoming residence with her father, and mentions Mrs Edward Padelford’s interest and her only child Jack Woolsley.
Arthur Eggleston left Cheboygan Wisconsin for Elkhart after failing to endure his family’s hunger and poverty. He mailed a letter to Mrs. McGinley asking her to inform his wife and infant of his departure and went to obtain transportation on a Saturday. The Eggleston wife and eleven children were left at the boarding house of Mrs. Sarah McGinley at 623 South Second Street.
A dramatic scene unfolds as Merrill Wilson faces a tiger during an event, drawing spectators into a tense chase. Details on location and outcome remain unclear in the readable text.
Mrs Newberry is renowned in Washington society for beauty and amiability. Her Sixteenth Street residence, once home to Representative George Buff, hosts large receptions and displays fine art and family portraits. Miss Newberry, daughter of the late Gen Alfred Barnes, inherits a notable collection of treasures and Asian ivories.
The Persian minister to Washington hosts at home receptions in the West End. Gen Morteza Khan and Mirza Khan serve as hospitable hosts with Persian students present. Invitations in Persian script announce reception days and the atmosphere features music, tea in tall silver goblets, Persian honey cakes, preserved fruit and spiced nuts, and a frozen fruit punch.
A brief report notes that the senator ran into the same colleague in Washington recently. The meeting drew attention amid ongoing discussions on policy and state matters.
Progressive business leaders back a formal Wichart Commercial Club with headquarters set for 1:15 Lexington Avenue by tomorrow night. General membership fee listed as five dollars for the first year with a few firms pledging substantial support, signaling strong local corporate backing.
Joseph D. Oliver of Seuch Bend, reported as dying yesterday near Mrs Lida Wells in Johnstown. The obituary notes Mrs Wells as his sister and mentions Obie Wells visiting at her bedside. He is described as around 70 years old and a long-time resident of Johnstown.
A reader recounts a winter bout with the grip that lingered through weeks of weakness and nerve pains. After consulting neighbors about Dr Williams’ Medicine the patient soon felt better and recovered fully.
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