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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1900
Page
4
Advertises a combined subscription deal for Weekly Truth for one year and Farm Journal for 1900 1901 1902 1903 1904 at $1.10 total. Appeals to old subscribers to pay arrears and one year in advance. Describes Farm Journal as practical clean honest and useful with wide circulation among prominent readers.
In a familiar scene, Kusbart was treated well while Goshen earned the nomination. The political dynamic remains unchanged, with Goshen prevailing as Tw notes.
After today each Goshen paper proclaims its share toward saving the city while the LaPorte Herald declares the Porto Rico question dead and hints at a future resurrection by the Herald.
The report notes strong approval from Charles A Carlisle and A iu Brick and a generally positive reaction from The South Bend Trivture to the convention’s outcome.
Governor Mount states Col. Durbin meets the qualifications for governor yet admits his own standard is under scrutiny. The remarks suggest support contingent on ongoing evaluation and public confidence.
Perry L. Turner and Charles W. Miller failed to charm the convention but their team could have captivated any gathering.
The Goshen News claims golf is the most popular game among readers while critiquing the paper's shift toward republican doctrine and its wandering after new influences.
The notorious George Ray opposes the election of Hon. Samuel E. as a delegate at large to the national democratic convention, a stance that lends support to Mr. Moras' candidacy.
In Elkhart County supporters of Mr Dodge oppose central region influence as residents debate backing Mr Darbinent for the center state seat amid partisan tensions and local loyalties.
Brick's allies led a revolt driven by South Bend resolve as Congressman BsiCK's duty to Charles W. Miller, a former classmate and champion, could not hold back local determination to abandon Dodge. The movement drew smiles at the pivotal moment.
The Indiana Supreme Court ruled the Barrett law constitutional yesterday. It noted Judge Hubbard of South End did not voice views on the matter, but the law will stand as decided.
The Review blames Gov. Pingree for the Republican Party's failures and says the party cannot be effective while he remains a factor. It marks a frank admission from the paper that there are imperfections in the GOP.
The Elkhart race saw Dodge supporters waver as the contest narrowed. Critics claim St. Joseph county deserted Mr. Dodge at a crucial moment, suggesting premeditated action during the campaign.
The discussion highlights blackmail elements around John Chess Ellsworth and Marthe Teuschlar, with focus on Chicago and South Bend. Friends are urged to shield Ellsworth and express gratitude to Captain Cassidy for protection and support amid the case scrutiny.
The newspaper touts Thursday's nomination as the best gubernatorial ticket in the state though admits the claim may not hold for long and parties contest the record.
Fort Wayne delegates to the republican convention aided in ridiculing a cloudy minded man convinced he was running for governor. The act betrays a low stripe of manhood as sport is made of mental misfortunes.
Truth asserts that Dunbar’s disrespect toward Truth’s representatives is not approved by Major Braden or any authority. The remarks are attributed to Dunbar’s overpowering ego, dyspeptic disposition, and ill will toward democracy.
The commentary lauds Col. Dodge in challenging the constitutionality of a fraudulent marriage statute. It argues the law protects betrayed women by ensuring vows are fulfilled and condemns men who exploit weak women and seek quick, temporary marriages. It calls for enforcement against both betrayers of innocence and men trivilizing marriage vows.
The piece attacks attempts to bias reporting for political capital accusing editors of pandering to politicians. It argues that editors should not receive favors and warns against marking papers with partisan symbols. It condemns blue pencil marks around party emblems as the work of an incompetent worker.
The South Bend Times and Goshen Democrat editors complain about clipping from Truth and credit to the Review. They say repeated instances create unfriendly feelings despite mutual respect and courtesy exchanges between papers.
The Review defends Mr. Ellsworth of South Bend as a victim of an unlawful conspiracy. It criticizes the trial choice of Jones Hoover and calls the defendant’s wealth and associations with a disreputable woman a factor in public bias. It argues truth lacks sympathy for blackmailers and condemns wealth worship in reporting. Ellsworth is said not to deny relations but avoids admissions by detailing other alleged fallings from grace.
The defeat of James S. Dodge of Eigshart signals a party shift as Republicans tire of the blue-blood wing. Dodge, who devoted his life to the party, failed despite a loyal Indianapolis following. Observers blame strategic maneuvers by Beriok and insiders in St Joseph and Kosciusko.
The piece portrays Arthur Carlisle as a revolt leader and condemns Congressman Brick for treachery and political overreach. It questions Brick's motives and notes his downfall, calling him a has-been and warning that deceit harms public trust.
The piece argues that Democratic gains in Milkhart reflect nationwide discontent with Republicanism, bossism, militarism, and trusts. It predicts a sweeping Democratic tidal wave in November, condemning McKinley era policies and Hanna's control while praising reformist momentum and voter fatigue.
Big Pour Specials offer $285 round trip to Indianapolis with sale dates May 1, 15, 16 and return by May 19 for the G. A. R. annual encampment. Also Indiana State Convention of Prohibition Party trips at $4.25 to Indianapolis and return with sales April 30 May 1 2 and return by May 3.
Montreal report details Sir William Van Horne leading a syndicate with American financiers to develop Cuba's rail network. Planned lines include Sagua Caibarien Saviniala Cien fuegos and Jucaro with costs from 250000 to over 8 million, plus Herrera steamship line. Havana access pursued via a separate Matanzas line as Cuba would be gridironed.
Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor urges ignoring the injunction from Justice Freedman prohibiting union officers and members from aiding striking workers at S Levy and Co. He includes a $5 check to hire a man to picket the shop and pressure the employer to stay on strike.
The Journal and Advertiser reports at a dinner honoring C. D. Wetmore and actress Ethel Barrymore that Wetmore announced an engagement to Barrymore. Wetmore is described as a wealthy architect.
Chicago crowds lining the parade route numbered in the hundreds of thousands though smaller than expected due to labor influence. Admiral Dewey and Mayor Harrison led the procession in the first carriage, cheered by spectators as a favorable day with few notable incidents.
Advertisement seeking several persons to represent the employer in their counties as district office managers. Offers an annual salary of 26000 payable weekly with unusual opportunities. References exchanged and applicants to enclose a self addressed stamped envelope. L. A. Park 320 Caxton Building Chicago.
More than 500 watched a wildcat beat a bulldog in a thirty minute bout at Logan West Virginia. Bets totaled several hundred dollars as the animal fight ended with the dog killed and the cat unharmed inside a fifteen foot square wire cage.
A Lake Shore resident Richard Gardner Jr. testifies Doan’s Kidney Pills relieved his kidney pain after doctors and other remedies failed. He reports rapid relief from back pain and urges others to try the product. Ad copy follows noting price and availability from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y.
An old advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It cites endorsements from West Truax and Walding Kinnan Marvin of Toledo and promotes internal action, price seventy five cents, with testimonials offered free.
The May term docket in the circuit court will be unusually heavy and completed soon by Deputy Clerk Fleming. Judge Wilson will preside over an additional circuit term after May.
Mrs. Mel Benham buys a handsome black team from Harvey Smith near Ekhart and a cnestuu's matohad team from Mr. Zig der west of the city.
Goshen's business men's association will contribute funds to employ an additional night policeman, expanding local security coverage for the town.
Golden and Lloyd Bres promote their grocer shop with a fine tea and coffee selection. Located at Corner Sixth and Harrison Streets, the ad invites customers to call and visit.
DeCamp and Son promote Timothy and garden seeds at 112 East Franklin Street. Beck and Krumpetz advertise practical horseshoeing and blacksmithing. J H Allison at 431 Main Street markets watches clocks and jewelry. Schreiber and Son offer cornices skylights and store fronts at 106 Main. Waliey & Sons provide undertaker services and furniture with phone access.
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