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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1900

Page

4

Statement of principles from the May 17 1860 Republican platform

RESVOLVED that the maintenance of the principles promoted in the Declaration of Independence that govern ments are instituted among men deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed is essential to the preservation of our republican institutions.

Republican Platform

Democratic Convention in Goshen to Select Delegates

The Democrats of Mikhart county meet at Goshen court house on Saturday May 19 at 2 PM to choose delegates for the Indiana state convention in Indianapolis June 6 and the Plymouth congressional convention July 12. Under apportionment Elkhart county has 25 delegates distributed by township.

Mikhart County Court House Goshen Indianapolis Plymouth Elkhart County Concord Township Elkhart Clinton Union Piebe Swart Obm. L. B Wuippy Sea’y

Senator Beveridge and Neely episode noted

The piece suggests Senator Beveridge may explain Neely's ties to a trusteeship, highlighting ongoing questions about Neely and the trusteeship connection.

Beveridge Neely

Voters ponder A G Taylor renomination praise

The Ligonier Leader marks its twenty first year and notes the AG Taylor renomination debate while the Middlebury Independent hints at using a barrel as a campaign device for national and state tickets.

Middlebury

Reflection on Trusts and Vouching Figures

The text notes Ferry Heath reflecting on Neely as a source of thought while Kennedy of Indianapolis endorses the trusts. It questions who will vouch for Kennedy.

Ferry Heath Neely D. KF. Kennedy Indianapolis Kennedys

Kentucky savior’s Fingland trip viewed as patristic move

The action of pav savior of Kentucky going to Fingland is described as patristic and beneficial to the state and country. Montana residents and Republican senators who opposed Senator Clark face a political lesson that will be long remembered.

Kentucky Fingland Montana Clark

Cuban postal frauds linked to Charles F Neely

Several others were identified with Charles F Neely in the Cuban postal frauds, and the Cubans smile broadly at our exhibition of benevolent assimilation.

Charles F. Neely

Indiana Republicans Back Durbin Trust Promoter and Taylor

A statement praises Durbin as a trust promoter and Taylor as a trust protector, urging the monoplies to regard themselves as well cared for by Indiana's Republican party.

Wir Durbin Taylor Republican Party of Indiana

Introduction of commercial course in public schools

The article argues that adding a commercial course to public schools would be welcomed by the people and become one of the greatest benefits for ambitious pupils.

Puplile

Indiana Fourth of July celebration and governor strain

The people of Indiana plan a traditional Fourth of July celebration while Governor Mount faces stress and contemplates a retreat to avoid nervous prostration due to the public events.

Indiana Governor Mount

Methodist conference refuses to display British colors in Chicago

Papers regarded as treasonable report the Methodists assembly in Chicago declining to show the British flag alongside the American colors during the conference.

Chicago

Prosperity notes on wages and costs in South Bend factories

The South Bend Tribune reports on factory wages rising in several local plants and details the higher cost of Hvirg materials, outlining the impact on local employers and the price levels within the community.

South Bend Tribune South Bend

Candidate Mummert Enters County Legislature Race

Candidate Mummert who has consented to run for the legislature in this county appears to lack lingering thirst for cleaner politics.

Mummert

Shively Out Of Governor Race Attributed To Bosses

Tur South Bend letter claims bosses forced Shively from the gubernatorial race. The piece questions the reliability of this interpretation and its logic.

Tur South Bend Lripuce Shively

South Bend Tribune Seeks Dreyfus View On Boer War

The Tribune reports Captain Dreyfus believes America should halt involvement in the Boer War and urges communicating this stance to him for consideration.

Tar South Bend Tribune Dreyfus America

Silence in Republican papers on Durbin trust question

The nomination of Durbin as governor has thickened the issue beyond reach, with Republican papers largely silent on the trust question and no clear path to a response.

Durbin

Inexcusable Act in Neely Sparks Debate on Assimilation

The remark labels an act as inexcusable in Neely while critics say benevolent assimilation has taught Cuban people about American politics. The exchange highlights tensions over US policy and local reception amid the broader debate.

Neely

Tribune Sees Paper Prices Staying High Favoring Dorbin

The South Bend Tribune argues ongoing high paper costs will benefit promoter Dorbin as he runs for governor, backing his campaign with economic fear of rising costs.

South Bend Tribune Dorbin the Tribune

Trust PROMOTOX DURBIN and the paper Irish A republican clash

A murky OSCILATION of political influence surrounds PROMOTOX DURBIN and a Republican newspaper man. The article notes antipathy toward the paper and hints at a republican nomination wielding strong sway in the state.

Trust Promotox Durbin Man of the State

Sam Hamill and Barcus Scandal Sparks Call for Honesty

A fragment notes Sam Hamill attacking Mr. Barcus of Terre Haute and the Messages of its Presidents scandal as proof to youths and leaders that honesty is best. The item reflects local political controversy and public demand for integrity.

Sam Hamill jJnen

Goshen Times Frames Bus iness Boom Claim

The Goshen Times asserts more business under Republican rule while noting Neely did not run affairs during Grover Cleveland’s presidency. The remark contrasts party leadership with activity levels in prior administrations.

Goshen Times the Times Neely Grover Cleveland

Governor Mount Attacks Cuban Frauds While Protecting Kentucky Indictments

Governor Mount voices strong denunciations of Cuban frauds yet keeps Indiana a refuge for men indicted in Kentucky. He appears most upset by issues aimed at harming the Republican Party.

Mount Indiana Kentucky

South Band Tribune Nominates Democratic Candidates Again

The South Band Tribune continues its pattern of nominating Democratic candidates, with several Republican nominations provoking warning signs for Democrats and highlighting partisan influence in local politics.

South Band Tribune the Tribune

Postmaster General Smith on Cuba frauds and intact funds

The Postmaster General states that funds for Porto Rico and the Philippines are intact amid Cuban frauds linked to Republican appointees. The debate centers on Smith’s interpretation of the word intact and its meaning for federal finances.

Posttmaster Smith Porto Rico Philippines

Dodge Denies Entering Judicial Race to Split Chamberlain Vote

Henry O. Dodge rejects a Goshen paper suggestion that he enter the race to divide the vote against Captain Orville T. Chamberlain in the Republican bid for Circuit judge. He says he does not believe in that kind of politics.

Henry O. Dopgee Goshen Orville T. Chamberlain Dodge

Gid McNutt Defeat Tensions Over Attorney General Plan

The state mourns the loss of a strong candidate as Gid McNutt is defeated for attorney general and withdraws from further candidacy. He plans to focus on his Terre Haute law practice, with supporters saying he would have raised the office's standard and honored the state.

Gid McNutt McNutt Terre Haute

Newspaper readers face higher prices amid trust profits

Subscribers of the Goshen News and Goshen Times must pay fifty cents more annually as print paper costs rise due to the paper trust. The increase is portrayed as supporting a leading Republican gubernatorial candidate tied to the trust.

Goshen News Goshen Times Paper Trust Paper

Among Dames Nominating Barnhart for Congress

The Rochester Sentinel suggests H. A. Barnhart as a potential Democratic candidate for Congress. He is described as highly able and a strategic thinker with broad reach, and the piece asserts he would win if nominated.

Dames Congress H. A. Barnhart The Rochester Sentinel Barnhart Trath

County Treasurer Reports Low Taxes and Good Feelings

County Treasurer I. O. woop says taxes collected yesterday totalled 5000 with a mood of relief among taxpayers as rates are lower than before. Goshen News notes exclusive county seat coverage while contrasting with larger daily tax takes elsewhere.

I. O. Woop Goshen News Goshen

Dodge in Elkhart Kosciusko counties sparks party healing efforts

The Indianapolis News notes friends of James B. Dodge and Congressman Brink clash over Dodge's gubernatorial prospects amid Elkhart and Kosciusko county maneuvering. The piece cites Brink's interview favoring John L. Griffiths and Republican discontent over a second-choice claim. It also quotes Dr Emil G Hirsch opposing expansionism and colonialism while urging American patriotism and statehood within a rising republic.

Indianapolis News Friends of James 8. Dodge Brink Thirteenth Elkhart Kosciusko Elkhart County Brick John L. Griffiths Dodge Hikhart Republicans Emil G. Hirsch America Africa

Dodge and party factions clash at state convention

Friends of James S. Dodge witnessed shifting allegiances at the Indiana Republican convention. Richard Vete, the Peoria governor nominee, started low on the first ballots but surged to nomination after votes shifted. A split followed between Hancey Reeves with Dodge supporters facing disloyalty and a contested outcome.

James S. Dodge Hancey Reeves Yates Blus Dodge

Republican nominations from Washington would save trouble

The LaPorte Argus argues that in a smach 8 the Republican state conventions should be held in Washington and federal office holders should announce nominees from the capital, invoking Hamilton versus Jefferson on centralized power and self governance.

Washington Hanna McKinley Hamilton Jefferson Republican Party Fedralist LaPorte Argus

Elkhart Normal School term opens June 4 for eight weeks

The Elkhart Normal School and Business Institute announces a special summer term starting Monday June 4 and lasting eight weeks. Dr. H. A. Mamaw, secretary, notes circulars are available.

Elkhart (Ind) Normal School and Business Institute Mondaly H. A. Mamaw

A Costly Scheme for Postal Pneumatic Tube System

The House committee on post offices and post roads hears that a private firm asks the government to pay 2 500 000 dollars annually for a pneumatic tube service. The scheme yields 7 14 percent profit while government borrowing costs are lower at 2 percent. New York already operates such a system at high cost with limited time savings. The proposal would pay a private company 10 percent annually on invested funds instead of government investment.

House Committee On Post Offices and Post Roads New York

One Hundred Dollars Reward for Oatarrh Cure

An advertisement offers a $100 reward for any case of Oatarrh not cured by Hall's Oatarrh Cure. It cites endorsements from West Truax and MARVIN, Toledo wholesalers, and asserts the cure is taken internally and acts on mucous surfaces. Hall's Catarrh Cure is 75 cents per bottle with testimonials available.

Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Props Toledo F. J. Cheney West & Truax Kinnan & Marvin Cote

Morrow's Kid-neoids Credited By Elkhart Residents

Excellent results gain popularity as Elkhart residents report backache kidney pain and nervous symptoms easing after using Morrow's Kid-neoids. Mrs. Frank Neff credits restored strength and freedom from pain after two years of illness. Mrs. Neff's sister-in-law also benefited. Sold for fifty cents per box at Houseworth Bros. drug store. manufactured by John Morrow & Co. Springfield Ohio.

tHiknart Morrow Elkhart Frank Neff Washington St A. J. Neff Houseworth Bros John Morrow & Co., Chemists Springfield Ohio

Railroads Face New Passenger Train Accident Reporting Bill

Introduced by Senator Cul lom, the amendment requires railroads to report full accident details to the interstate commerce commission. It mandates immediate investigation of passenger train incidents and monthly watch reports, with penalties of 100 to 500 dollars for late filings. Reports are not admissible as evidence in related lawsuits.

Senator Cullom Interstate Commerce Commission Commercce Commission

Fisher Forest Fire Destroys Towns Across Michigan

Forest fires sweeping Alpena and surrounding counties threaten towns including Fisher and Stephenson. A crew of 100 firefighters from Menominee and Marinette battles flames racing to railroad yards. Towns such as Tomer Onaway Millersburg Wolverine Boyne Falls face near destruction as winds drive the fire.

Alpena Mich Alpena County Larocque J. C. Wilson Tomer Onaway Presque Isle County Millersburg Traverse City Wolverine Boyne Falls Stephenson Fisher Menominee Marinette

Political gossip on Democratic vice presidential pick

Col W A Hemp hill notes discussions among party leaders about David Bennett Hill or Amos Cummings as potential running mates with William J Bryan. Hill favored by some for second place though opposed to the Chicago platform while support hinges on strengthening the ticket in New York.

Chicago W. A. Hemphill Atlanta Constitution Company Associated Press David Bennett Hill William J. Bryan Col Hamphill New York Bryan Hill Wolfert Nebraska Kansas City Empire State Amos Cummings South Towne

Seven Cures Reported To Cure Salt Rheum and Scalp Disease

Windsor Ontario January 16 1900 at 198 Windsor Ave Dr D Warner letter from T Bown praises Compound of Seven Cures. Eight bottles cured salt rheum and scald head in a child, hair growing back after treatment.DISCLAIMER: factual content as provided.

Windsor, Ont Windsor Ave D. Warner Tie Gir T. Bown

Clark Sparks Montana Political Coup as Clark Appoints Himself

In Helena on May 16, United States Senator W. A. Clark orchestrated a rapid resignation via his son C. W. Clark to Acting Governor Spriggs. Governor Smith, then at Grass Valley, wired his plan to arrive Thursday morning. Spriggs, a Clark ally, appointed Clark and will announce the U S Senate appointment.

Helena Mont Montana United States W. A. Clark C. W. Clark Spriggs R. B. Smith Grass Valley Cal Clark United States Senate

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