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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1906
Page
4
A decades old tariff debate is described with Congressman Payne opposing tariff revision while critics argue for a nonpartisan expert commission. The piece notes public concern over prices and industrial fortunes under the Dingley law and urges treating tariffs as a business matter rather than political fodder.
The piece warns that liquor leads to later aches and pains, and that swearing and bad company harm character. It notes temptation trips people into vice, gambling risks poverty and disgrace, and smokers are likened to puffing monsters.
Attorney General Miller moved to place the Supreme Office of the Samaritans in receivership reflecting financial insolvency after a spike in death losses. The state closed the affairs, with funds used only for losses benefits and to grow membership. secretary’s salary earned. full report to members pending.
Citizens discuss the choice of Tom Lawson to deliver a city address. Lawson is praised for his role in stimulating public sentiment against the Standard Oil Company and aiding the New York insurance investigation.
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Hearst spoke in Chicago on the political situation and said the party faced a reactionary Republican element. He credited the last presidential election rebuke and predicted the Democratic Party would pursue radical steps to remedy public evils, noting many candidates may seek the next nomination, though he would not join the race.
Washington telegram reports tariff revision may appear as a key issue in the Republican platform and in Rep Abraham L Brick’s forthcoming keynote. Brick argues the Drigley tariff aided American industry and employment but must be revised to fit changing conditions, urging the party to address principal schedules in the near future.
Fort Wayne News reports ex Audsitor of State Henderson defends alleged looting of state funds claiming entitlement to emoluments. Courts diverge on legality, with Henderson still in possession of about 92 000 dollars taken from the treasury during his tenure.
A review praises The Prince Chap as a heart centered play by Edward Peple. It notes its humane sympathy and gentle humor with little love making yet touching moments. The piece urges living for others and highlights the Colonial Minstrels concert dates in April with a large cast and orchestra.
Sophie Brandt stars in the operatic adaptation The Madcap Princess, praised for her voice and charm. The Bucklen Opera House will present the New York production with a 60-strong company, promising a polished, fully staged show to local theatergoers.
Elkhart hosts The Prince Chap a splendid independently produced show booked by Manager Carpenter. Cyril Scott leads the acclaimed cast praised by critics as the company tours from Milwaukee arriving at 1 15 this afternoon before moving on to Jackson Michigan. The production previously ran five months in New York and is expected to draw a large audience tonight.
Mrs. Clarence Snyder receives a Norwegian copper kettle and evergreens sent from Marquette Michigan. The items, 160 years old, attract teachers and students to inspect them. The kettle arrived 25 years ago and is similar to one already owned by Mrs. Snyder. The Ladies Aid of Northeast Bic Hart U B church to host a hot soup supper at 1007 Johnson Street for 10 cents.
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