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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1907
Page
2
An 19th century ad touts German Syrup as a cure for consumption with claims of restoring strength and easing coughs. It urges yearly regular use, notes trial bottles, and lists Houseworth Bros as the seller. The copy emphasizes warmer climates as a proposed remedy and appeals to both poor and rich patients.
A notice states that the undersigned has been appointed administrator by the Falkhant Court in Elkhart County Indiana. The document designates the administrator and provides related probate formalities.
A sensational stage moment unfolds with a locomotive gun ning at full speed and a daring rescue. Harry Rand the fireman No 751 confronts Sam Handy the villain as Peggy Edwards faces degradation through drink and a brutal moral lesson erupts.
The District Leader attracts with a 45 minute Broadway style tale at the Bucklen theater. Tickets go on sale tomorrow morning amid strong reservation demand. The story centers on politics with familiar candidates and ward heelers. A chorus of girls adds musical energy and appeal.
Harry G. Sommers arranged to remodel the Bell Opera House in Benton Harbor Michigan before he assumes management. Felton, the resident manager, will continue in his role under Sommers.
A compact note reflects on the dreamlike spread of morning newspaper pages and their evolving role in daily life and public discourse. The fragment hints at nostalgia for print while acknowledging changing media landscapes.
A chaotic OCR page cites graft accusations in the Postoffice Department tied to President Roosevelt era politics. It notes Emily Grigsby seeking stock possession, a tax dispute over the Russell Sage estate, and indictments of New York Central Railroad officials in a Brewster wreck case. Also mentioned: Emma Eames divorce suit, James Henry Smith dying in Japan, and a $5000 railroad reward amid derailment news.
Turbulent ballots show 90 percent of conductors voting strike and 74 percent of trainmen. Illinois Central and Yazoo Mississippi Road conductors align with others. Ballot wording contested as ambiguous but officials verify no deception. strike authorized if settlement fails per grand officers and orders of Railway Conductors and railroad brotherhoods.
Case in Elkhart County Circuit Court No. 11948 involves BEST known as plaintiff with attorney Sled, alleging meritorious action against defendants including William Hiatt and heirs of Isaac Hiatt and Richard Gordon, with multiple named spouses and heirs, affidavit of a competent person filed March 20 1907.
The passage outlines Pesach traditions from the 14th to the 21st of Nisan, detailing removal of leaven, evening prayers and readings, and the family-centered exodus narrative. It notes unleavened bread matzos, careful baking to avoid contamination, and historical shifts in temple offerings across Jewish eras.
An odd advert claims Lx Colwell’s Egyptian Pile Sure cures pile conditions with antiseptic poultices. It asserts use for eczema, chapped skin, and burns and markets through House Worth Bros drug store.
An advertising block praises Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a safe pleasant remedy for headache constipation and biliousness. It promotes Houseworth Bros as sellers with money back guarantee and notes other tonics exist but claim superiority.
Sealed proposals will be received by the clerk of Elkhart for the sale and exclusive use of park buildings and refreshment stands on the island and Me Naughton Park for the season. The deadline is 9 oclock a.m. April 10, 1907. Proposals include privileges for candy and popcorn, tobacco and drinks, and related goods. THOS G WILKINSON, Clerk, March 27, 1907.
A court entry from Elkhart Circuit Court lists Orrin M. Conley as attorney for the plaintiff in case number 14-21-23-4. The filing details are incomplete but indicate an active legal action in the clerk’s records.
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