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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1909

Page

8

Drys expected to win as county votes in Indiana

A cautious forecast from Elkhart and Goshen observers suggests the dry faction will prevail in upcoming ballots. In Ohio, the smallest county in Indiana, a dry victory by thirty two votes wipes out four saloons. nationwide 550 saloons closed by the new law.

Elkhart Goshen Ohio Indiana Rising Sun South Bend Warsaw St. Joseph Kosciusko

Four Eclipses Show Across 1909 Calendar

Four eclipses are predicted for 1909 with two total lunar and solar events visible in North America and other regions. The June 3 lunar eclipse will be seen in South America Europe and Southwestern Asia. The solar eclipse of June 17 will be visible from North America to the Rio Grande and across northern and eastern Asia. The November 26 27 lunar eclipse will be visible across North America the Atlantic and Pacific oceans parts of South America Europe Africa eastern Asia and Australia. A December 12 13 solar eclipse will be seen in southeastern Australia and southern polar regions.

United States South America Europe Asia North America San Francisco Rio Grande Atlantic Pacific Africa Australia Polar

Second Story Heater Fire Hits Central Drug Store

A water heater on the second floor of Central Drug Store at 225 South Main sparked a blaze around 8:15 p m. The fire damaged stock and building, with losses estimated around 300 dollars to the store and 200 dollars to the building. Allen Houseworth, firm member, discovered the blaze and firefighters fought it for nearly an hour before chemicals finally stopped it. Insurance covers the losses.

Houseworth Bros Central ‘Drug South Main Street Allen’ Houseworth Dlat

Cleaning and caring for textiles and furniture items

A historical note describes methods to avoid damage while cleaning and airing garments, bric a brac, and wooden tools. It warns against cleaning with peans or whiting and water and emphasizes air drying and careful handling to prevent sagging mold and dulling finishes.

Career Reflections From Mrs Comer Highlight Regret

Fragments reflect Mrs Comer's memories of a career and regrets, noting remarks about her own path. The text shows scattered phrases about her professional journey and feelings toward the choices made.

Comer

Gompers and Taft Clash Over Interests in March Turmoil

Fragmentary text shows a dispute between Gompers and Taft over interests with a March reference. The brief hints at political or labor tension, noting a protest or debate context and a dated event in March.

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Wriday Lise Potts Coe Tad Chicago New York Lot Ie Central Drug Store Harry Gompers Isavs' Taft Tait le Commercial J. Goldberg Chas. T. Greene Apie Borzmonevi
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