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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1909

Page

8

Supreme Court to rule on full crew law in railroads

Indiana railroad officials press for quick enforcement of the full crew law as the case heads to the United States Supreme Court. The Indiana Supreme Court already upheld the act, and the railroad commission seeks guidance on handling emergency situations while appeals proceed.

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Y M C A Debate Backs Sunday Baseball in South Bend

A South Bend Y M C A debate among union department members ended with a decision in favor of Sunday baseball. Supporters argued the games on the Sabbath deter saloon visits and beer joints, a factor tied to the city’s reputation. The lively discussion drew a large crowd, ending in a fervent conclusion.

South” Bendy Y. My C. A South Bend Junion Department

Many Paralyzed Patients Report Cure Through Treatment

A Kansas City man testifies of recovery after severe chest and heart pains led to paralysis. He describes two years of immobility, needing assistance, and eventual improvement following care that claimed cures for partial paralysis and nervous disorders.

United States Shem Stimson Madi- Bou ‘Avenue Kansas City

Robbers Spur on in Sand to Evaded Pursuit

Butchfield and son chased a group of thieves after a horse theft. The robbers used rubber tired bags to cut into soft sand. Pursuers traced them to Waterford but the suspects eluded capture. Sheriff Ziesel coordinated with Elkhart officers who recovered a straw horse matching the victim's description in Mc Dowell's barn. No robber trace found.

Butchfield Waterford Ziesel Riehart Whiteman Robbins Elkhart McDowell

Rabid Dog Attacks Five in Bloomington Streets

A yellow hound with rabies ran through Bloomington today biting at least five people. Thomas Gar was seriously bitten in the leg and face during the animal's wild dash through the streets.

Michigan Senator Alden Smith Turns Fifty in Senate

Washington May 12 Senator William Alden Smith of Michigan reaches fifty. He spends the day receiving congratulations from colleagues and friends. Born to poverty he worked as a popcorn seller, rose to law, served as general counsel for the Chicago and West Michigan railroad, built timber railroads, and entered Congress from Michigan's Fifth District in 1894 before joining the Senate.

Washington Smith William ‘Alden Smith Michigan Senate J. T. Rich House Representatives Russell A. Algger

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A fragmentary OCR snippet references an aeronauts scene with unclear wording and stray characters. The readable portion mentions a start and site context but provides no coherent names or dates to anchor facts.

Wife of Evans Wade Ater Emerges in Court Record

Fragmentary OCR notes record a mention of the wife of Evans Wade Ater and a potential court or legal matter. Names are incomplete but indicate a personal relation connected to a legal context. Further readable details are unavailable.

Jury verdict in LaGrange stabbing case after dance hall clash

A fatal stabbing at a LaGrange County dance hall followed Italian American and American race tensions at the Stroh cement works. Barcellona claimed self defense. the jury sentenced him to life with a 32 year minimum. Trial developments included Barcellona and Barcellona witnesses, and plans for further cases in the wake of the incident.

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Trinity-M Church Women Lead Revival Collection

A revival meeting at Trinity M church yesterday raised over $100 from women attendees to fund the union revival. Suggestions urged larger future contributions from women to support expanded work in the slums.

Ito Tawass

Reporter Shaves Makes Official Seniority Move Amid Police Staffing

Reporters Shaves gained notice with a considerable run obtaining official seniority. The department announced a move Saturday night, reallocating Officer Wooley from plainclothes to the downtown district to meet rising demand for police presence in the Northeast.

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Unclear fragmentary notes on Senate tariff debate

Fragmentary text references a senate tariff debate and a representative's speech. Many words are garbled, with scattered phrases like time to tari and Suniee Ob je q. Overall content remains opaque and incomplete.

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Ornate Rat TMS Sale Promises Nine Hundred Thousand

A local listing advertises a high value asset sale with a stated price of 900000 dollars. The notice mentions the entity ORNATE RAT TMS and references a financial figure tied to the sale. Further readable details are limited in the fragment.

Senate Route Planning Steps Amid Transit Reforms

A fragmented briefing outlines discussions on a new route strategy and funding for the Capitol transit project. Officials from city planning and the transport department review potential alignments and timelines for public comment.

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Board change and appointments remain to be made

A fragment notes a Democrat and an ideal complexion for change on the board. It mentions appointments still to be made and implies ongoing shifts in governance.

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