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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1902

Page

8

Notice of liquor license petition in Elkhart Indiana

John Zabel a resident of Concord township will apply to the Elkhart County Board of Commissioners in Goshen for a license to sell intoxicating liquors in quantities under three quarts at a time. The premises lie on the ground floor of a two story building at the northeast corner of lot 6 in Bavock's First South Addition, fronting South Main Street. May 1902.

Elkhart Concord’ Township Elkhart County Indiana John Zabel Concord Township Board of Commissionerr Elhad County Goshen Bavcok State of

Liquor License Application Notice in Elkhart County

John H. Weller, a resident of Elkhart County Indiana, applies to the Board of Commissioners for a license to sell spiritous vinous malt and other intoxicating liquors in quantities under a quart with on premises drinking rights. The premises defined are a two story brick building on South Main Street Elkhart. The request is to be considered at the next Board of Commissioners session starting the first Monday in June 1902.

Elkhort Concord Township Elkhart County Indiana John H. Weller Board of Commissioners Gesaen Stuate Himbla Chapman Elkhart Beginnis Elishirt County

Louis Ginsburg seeks license to sell intoxicants in Elkhart

Louis Ginsburg, a resident of Concord Township Elkhart County Indiana, will apply at the next Elkhart County Board of Commissioners session for a license to sell spiritous vinous intoxicants in quantities less than a quart with on premises consumption. The targeted property is No 20 Main St Elkhart fronting South Main Street with specified lot lines. The filing is listed in the local notice and dated August 1922.

Indiana Divorce Notice in Elkhart Court

In Elkhart County Indiana a divorce action Harriet Lodge versus George Lodge appears in the 1902 term. The complaint and an affidavit show merit and nonresidency. George Lodge must answer by July 8 1902 or default will be entered.

State of Indiana Elkhart County Harriet Lodge George Lodge Elkhart Circuit Court Indiana Goshen Louis A. Dennert Hikhart Circuit Court Johnn Braymer Fannie Braymer Ef Elkhart Circuit Court Elkhart Circuit

Boundary Dispute Settled Between Chile and Argentina

The article reports a peaceful settlement of the long running boundary dispute between Chile and Argentina. It notes the 1828 Cordillera line as the landmark, describes recent tensions over road-building and territorial claims, and explains diplomacy resolved the issue with both sides preserving dignity while acknowledging Argentina’s agreement with Chilean claims.

Hili South America Argentina Chile Cordillera Chili Andes Ils

Iron Mines in Siberia Show Rich Southern and Northern Deposits

An official report highlights major iron ore resources in the Urals and southern Baikal region. Komaroff and Magnithaya Gora are key mines with vast reserves, while others like Elnitchi and Vyoskaya Gora add to Russia’s potential. Output projections vary from 5 to 24 million tons yearly, with long mine lifespans.

Siberia Siulberia Russia Urals Komaroff Magnithaya Gora Baikal Simsky Elnitchi Ural Ekibaz-Tuza Sudjenka

Russian Forests Face Regulation Amid Deforestation Debate

A debate in Russia over forest use compares imperial woodlands to Sweden and Austria Hungary. Officials note crown forests yielded 9.06 million dollars in 1890 and 24.72 million in 1899, fueling calls for laws to curb private destruction and promote sustainable management.

Russia Forestry Society Forestry Department Ministry of Agriculture and Domains Sweden Norway Germany Imperial Committee

The Boy and the Dime Illustrates Capital and Wealth

A Philadelphia factory head recalls a year old street encounter when he gave a boy a dime to buy two papers. Soon after another young man clasped his hand, asking if he remembered him, expressing surprise at the lack of recognition.

Philadelphia

Peculiar Suit Over Horse In Montgomery Circuit Court

A Montgomery County farmer sues after his horse, once declared alive after a cataleptic spell, was killed again by a Midland railroad train. He previously won $40 for the animal, but now seeks $80 claiming double the value. The railroad defense argues the prior judgment bars the claim as adjudicated.

Crawfordsville Montgomery Midland Railroad Clark Township

Trestle Around The Spite House

Anderson May 14. The Big Four built a cut off around Anderson to bypass an old shed near the tracks. The owner refused to move the shed and demand high price. To prevent accidents the company built a trestle around the houses and continues train service.

Anderson Big Four

Ice price rise forces meat dealers to quit in Muncie

In Muncie Indiana on May 14 the ice price increase and a failing local meat combine to raise meat prices. Dealers quit, starting with D M Fisher who ran a grocery and meat shop. Others close shops to cut costs and operate Wagons on streets.

Muncie Ind D. M. Fisher

Mrs King Arrested After Haircut Threat Incident

In Indianapolis on May 14 Mrs Lydia King of 425 South West Street faced two men who taunted her with an assault on hair cutting. She retrieved a revolver to confront them, prompting her arrest for carrying a concealed weapon.

Indianapolis Lydia King South West Street

Another to Die on the Gallows

Michigan City May 14 Louis Russell condemned to forfeit life at state prison for the murder of Perry Stout April 27 at a dance near Princeton A new trial has been asked but unlikely as evidence shows premeditation and that Stout was shot in the dancing room before he could defend himself

Michigan City Louis Russell State Prison Perry Stout Princeton Stout

New Bass For Porter County Valparaiso May 14

Representative E. E B Small of Valparaiso reports the U S Fish Commission will ship a liberal supply of black bass to stock Flint Lake near the city. The distribution is to occur during the summer by the government special fish car.

Porter County Valparaiso E. E B. Small U. S. Fish Commission Washington, D. C Flint Lake

Plow Unearths Old Treasure Tale Near Vincennes Field

Ira Powell, a farm hand, found a twenty dollar and a ten dollar gold piece while plowing in a Vincennes area field. The discovery rekindles a long rumored tale of buried treasure in the same field.

Vincennes Ind Ira Powell

Bristol Milling Company Promises Modern Flour Milling

The Bristol Milling Company of Bristol Indiana announces recent machinery upgrades to create a model mill. S.A. Bartholomew is highlighted as a renowned miller as the firm offers two flour grades and invites local grain suppliers to call.

Bristol Milling Company Bristol Ind S. A. Bartholomew Indiana

Brave Boy Made Fire Chief Elgin Lad Youngest US Marshal

Edward Tracey, 19, of South Elgin becomes the United States youngest fire chief as Mayor Doxey announces his appointment. The town has suffered damaging fires in the business district, and Tracey previously saved two people from a burning building two years ago, earning this reward for bravery.

Elgin United States Ill Edward Tracey South Elgin Doxey Tracey

Photographer Ad at 217 Main Street Offers Trading Stamps

A small classified ad promotes W. W. Rippey, photographer, located at 217 Main Street over Wolf's shoe store. It urges readers to compare prices before getting photos taken and mentions trading stamps as a perk.

W. Rippey Main Street Wolf's Shoe Store

Resignation of Col. R. L. Critchell from Gov Yates Staff

Chicago May 14. R. L. Critchell resigned his position on Gov. Yates staff. Appointed to represent the Illinois National militia he had served on the staff since the election of Gov. Yates.

Chicago Critchell Yates Ilinois Daval

Peruna praised by notable figures and readers

A collection of testimonials from A B Curtright of Georgia Normal and Industrial Institute and others including Senator W N Roach and Mrs Roach. They endorse Peruna as an effective tonic for catarrh and related ailments. Readers are urged to write Dr Hartman for free advice if not satisfied with results.

Roumania Russia Bulgaria Germany Turkey Cyprus Switzerland Servia America Argentine Republic United States Peru Brazil Uruguay Mexico Bolivia Africa Australia Algeria Tunis Portugal Madeira Cape Asia Asia Minor Persia China FB. A. Curtright A. B The Georgia Normal and Industrial Institute Georgia A. Cartright Greensboro W. N. Roach North Dakota Larimore Roach Peeruna Moses F. Merrill Willis Brewer Congress Alabama Hartman House of Representatives Washington Peruna Medicine Co Columbus Dr. Hartman Hartman Sanitarium Ohio

Supreme Court frees Ferd Schlesinger in debt settlement

Madison May 14 Ferdinand Schlesinger is permanently freed from debt to Plankinton bank after the supreme court affirmed the Milwaukee circuit court and found no fraud in his financial statement. The bank failed June 1 1893 with Schlesinger owing 78878.32 plus interest. settlement later reached for 1486 under assignee William Plankinton.

Madison Wis Ferdinand Schlesinger Plankinton Bank Supreme Court Milwaukee Circuit Court Schlesinger William Plankinton Plankinton Irving M. Bean Henry Herman

Cabinet photos at Rippeys Studio

At Rippeys Studio one dozen large cabinet photos are advertised for 2.50 dollars. The listing appears brief with a code 22cod&w indicating a catalog or pricing note.

Rippey

Dr. John L. White Dies at 70 in Bloomington

Bloomington Illinois May 14 Dr John L White prominent physician died in the city at age seventy He was past grand commander of Illinois Knights Templars and served two terms in the state legislature.

J. L. White Bloomington Ill John L. White Illinois Knights Templars

Prairie State Express Wreck at Wolf Crossing

The Alton Joliet line passenger train known as the Prairie State Express wrecked at Wolf 3 Crossing nine miles from Joliet on May 14. Four passenger cars left the rails but no one was seriously injured.

Alton Joliet Wolf’ 3

Prince Dave Johnson Loses 90000 on Horses

New York May 14 Dave Johnson known as Prince Dave says he spent 90000 on horse racing this year and will quit to avoid going broke after a year of losses.

New York Dave Johnson Prince Dave Johnson

Government declares victory over rebels near Chi-Li province

Peking reports that after two days of fighting the rebels have been defeated in Chi-Li province. The government announces success and asserts control following the clash.

Peking Chi-Li

Bran and middlings at ton r 1 Morgan City Mills

Bran and middlings purchase at ton 1 Morgan City Mills reported in local market notices.

R 1. & Morgan, City. Mills

Has decided to Havana the inauguration of the republic

The note states a determination to proceed with the inauguration of the republic in Havana. It emphasizes a formal step toward establishing new governance and public leadership in the capital context.

Havana

Farmers buy lime and cement at Bigam 4 Son

Farmers are advised to seek lime described as fresh and strong from Bigam 4 Son located at 406 South Main Street. The firm also handles the best grade of cements.

Bigam P. O. Block S. ‘Main St. Wea

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