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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1902
Page
5
An Elkhart pamphlet extols genuine Ivory Patent and Victor winter wheat flour, condemning low quality or misgraded patent flour and urging readers to buy from a large local mill. It stresses milling practices determine grade, calls out “clear” flour, and notes shop hours and grain buying services.
The call for a congressional convention in Nashville Brown County was issued by Lincoln Divon of North Vernon. Delegates will travel by rail from Columbus Edinburg Franklin or Morgan town to Nashville, a 12 to 20 mile drive, as Brown County lacks a railroad. Democratic loyalty and past majorities are cited as reasons for the Nashville venue.
Henry Oltman of Shelbyville announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Auditor of State. He is the only declared candidate, though John Minor of Indianapolis is expected to seek re nomination.
Readable fragment notes a grain market located on East Franklin Street opposite the City Hall. More details are unavailable in the surviving text.
Cable from St Vincent reports massive devastation along the east coast from Robin Rock to Georgetown. About 1,600 likely dead, estates wiped out, cattle killed, beet sugar estates destroyed, hospitals overwhelmed as the eruption continues but seems to ease.
The navy received three messages about Martinique. Lieut McCormick from the Potomac says St Pierre area villages are uninhabitable and ashes cover within five miles of Fort DeFrance. Commander McLean from the Cincinnati says he arrived at St Pierre to assist the government and will follow if needed. The Brooklyn yard states the Buffalo is ready to sail on two hours notice. Consul Ayme says no fresh water is needed.
Lasouffriere volcano erupts with towering smoke columns and fireballs. Explosions echo across the island as the burning district remains unreachable. Kingstown reports ash showers and pebble fallout while northern areas burn.
War Department released a dispatch from San Juan Puerto Rico noting that the collier Sterling would sail today with provisions, blankets, and clothing for Martinique to aid colonial troops and residents.
Mount Ionia continues to rumble and smoke near Ponca on May 14 while fears of eruption fade. A watchmen band is organized and a constant watch is kept to raise the alarm if symptoms return.
A large blaze was observed last night toward Fort DeFrance in Saint Lucia with reports indicating a major fire in the area. No further details on casualties or causes were provided in the notice.
What Thin Folks Need. They claim to improve digestion and assimilation of food. The pills tone regulate the digestive organs expel poisons enrich the blood improve appetite and promote healthy flesh. 25c at Houseworth Gros.
The weather map shows rains across Kansas Nebraska and Missouri with local showers in Illinois Indiana and Missouri. Temperatures range from 44 to 68 degrees with clear to fair skies in extreme north and northwest and heavy rain centered on Wichita Kansas.
Between your children and the tor tures of itching and burning eczemy scaldhead or other skin diseases Bucklen s Arnica Salve earths greatest healer Quick est cure for Ulcers Fever Sores Salt Rheum Cuts Burns or Bruises In fallible for Piles 25c at Houseworth Bros.
Denver May 14 Mrs Nellie Gabrin charged with murdering her husband Representative Albert Gabrin by arsenic was released from custody. The state chose to present its evidence before the grand jury rather than in a justice court.
Champ Clark of Missouri credits Electric Bitters with restoring his health after campaign overwork and sleepless tension. The ad claims the medicine helps overworked men and frail women regain vitality, priced at 50 cents with a house-brand guarantee.
Fort de France reports rapid progress in locating survivors, burning bodies, and salvaging refugees from the St Pierre eruption. Food is scarce as dozens are badly burned and in need of medical care while authorities and volunteers work around the clock.
It cures coughs and lung troubles by cutting phlegm and infected mucus and revitalizing the blood. It heals inflamed throats and lungs and loosens hard cords and stubborn coughs. Guaranteed bottles cost 50 cents and 1.00 with free trials at Houseworth Bros.
A stubborn blaze at 101 Duane Street in New York on May 14 endangered several firefighters who were overcome by smoke and later revived. Loss estimated at $100,000.
In Burlington New Jersey on May 14 Mrs Helen Sharp widow of Harry B Sharp shot and instantly killed her 15 year old son Edward then cut her own throat with a razor nearly severing her head.
St Joseph Missouri May 14 extensive stock yards are to be erected at Elwood Kansas across the Missouri river at this point on land recently purchased by Chicago men whose identity is withheld The plan signals a major expansion pending further details alongside local business notes and developments.
Mrs. Austins Wheatfood offers a nourishing start to the day with simple, wholesome ingredients. The product promises steady energy for work or play and emphasizes robust flavor and dependable nutrition.
Public notice states city tax records are in the treasurer office. Taxes due at city hall on Franklin Street until May 20, 1902 with levy of $1.20 per $100 valuation. Treasurer C. Aier Ell records the city taxes.
A survey lists Indiana city nicknames tied to industry and landmarks. Indianapolis is the Railroad City and Convention City. Elkhart the City of Musical Doings. Peru the Barbecue City. Brazil the Black Diamond City and Clay Metropolis. Evansville the Crescent City and Pocket City. South Bend the Metropolis and Wagon City. Richmond the Quaker City of the West. Anderson the Pittsburg of the White River Valley. Logansport the City of Bridges and City of Churches. Huntington the Lime City. Marion the Queen City of the Gas Belt. Greencastle the College City. Jeffersonville the Falls City. Valparaiso the Normal City. LaPorte the Maple City. Muncie the Magic City. Bloomington the University City. Bloomington the University City.
Miss Nellie Hoover twenty one years old daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry Hoover died yesterday afternoon after a short illness near Elkhart seven miles east of town A post mortem exam will be held to determine the cause Several physicians were consulted but their diagnoses differed The matter remains undecided awaiting the autopsy result
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