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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1900
Page
4
The text discusses Governor Mount as believing he is above the law and notes this isn’t his first error. It compares Attorney General Taylor to Indiana figure Tim Woodruff and mentions Captain Myers of Anderson predicting Democratic ticket success this year as the prevailing view.
The review lists H. O. Dodge as a candidate for judge in Whitley Noble and De Kalb counties, with two other contenders also presented for the three county judgeship.
A remark about how republican appointees display honesty toward the Cuban people sparks discussion. Critics question the sincerity and seek clearer proof of integrity in public actions.
A quirky note suggests Jim Warbett in the House and Bill Chandler in the Senate could balance the atmospheric mood of Congress, implying near equal temperaments across chambers.
Candidates across the state seek the honor of being chosen as delegate at large to the Kansas City convention with many considered among the best men in the state.
The Review has spoken little about the papal trust, while Col. Durbin’s winning smile appears to have quieted the fearless writer. The matter prompts renewed discussion of influence and media courage in public discourse.
Friends of Perry Heath and friends of Mark Hanna are said to be doing much to bring the Republican Party into greater disrepute, according to observers.
There will be strong reaction in Indiana as word spreads that Mr. Bynum is out of work. Bynum is disliked even by the men who appointed Neely.
The Mishawaka Enterprise asserts that all Republican state platforms are alike, noting that the circle of gentlemen in Washington who draft them are not versatile.
In Cuba the Star Route plan unfolds with Perry Heath linked to conspirators and their tactics carried out by Heath’s friends who received the initial signal from a Star Route insider.
Writings suggest high authorities hesitate to punish Neely and fear of exposure restrains action that would quickly be taken against a known rogue.
The ex postmaster of Indianapolis, E. P. Thompson, faces charges of large frauds in Cuba, a case cited as evidence supporting the old dog Tray parable about moral decline and public disgrace.
A Wabash Pisin dealer expresses gratification over a straw vote allegedly taken by an unknown person and said to have favored McKinley.
A commentator named Goshen Nawa argues that permitting Clark and associates would harm the dignity of the United States Senate. The piece urges familiarity with Senate personnel.
As the campaign opens, Attorney General Willie Taylor signals potential harm to trusts upon re election. His record stands out for what he has not accomplished in office.
Mr. Neely and Mr. Thompson are praised as patriots yet accused of failing to keep hands from the treasury. The best test of patriotism reveals a rank treason as their actions come under scrutiny.
The scope of Republican whitewashing on Cuban scandals hinges on delaying the investigation past the election, aiming to blunt fallout and preserve party standing.
Horizontal stripes may become the prevailing style among Indiana politicians this year. The administration will prevent adoption of the fact if possible. Mr. Neely has friends closer to the head of the institution.
A South Bend Tribune piece lampoons the Goebel assassination after new allies of Governor Mount seize on the incident to argue that Democratic bloodshed fuels Kentucky's troubled political climate.
The piece notes that the administration may suppress Cuban scandal coverage as conspirator Rathbone claims Mark Hannade dared not permit a full investigation, suggesting attempts to quiet inquiry.
England has expended 500000 for relief of the starving in India and 150,600,000 represents the amount spent in the Boer War. The statement suggests benevolent assimilation could benefit American institutions.
The piece notes an advertisement at Kurt Vane days before the Indiana supreme court ruling in the Hel River railroad case, predicting a verdict against the Wabash. It critiques the surrounding conditions of Indiana’s highest tribunal.
The governor denounces Mount as a blot on the state with a lasting stain on law and decency. The remark places Mount among the most notable offenders in Indiana's recent memory.
From a special examiners report dated April 23, the manner in which these accounts stamps supplies and funds are handled reflects credit upon O F W Neely and his assistants.
Truth aligns with the Republican gentleman who shunned Governor Mount at the state convention. The men who snubbed Mount know him best, and he is noted as the smallest governor in Indiana's history.
The writer laments that before and during the recent Republican state convention believers in benevolent assimilation showed little interest in party nominations. They note no Republican editor in the state would not gladly nominate the entire state ticket for the Democrats.
The republican press shifts from calling the governor a pretender to mocking the U.S. Supreme Court. Governor Mount may vent against the high tribunal, yet hints of disagreement with a good dinner imply mixed signals about his stance.
A Columbia City Commercial note cites J. B. Leininger paying 120 dollars in tariff on cattle shipped from Canada, about 3.75 dollars per head. The foreign buyer did not pay. the tax was absorbed by Leininger and later passed to stockers when cattle were resold. The piece argues tariffs fall on local producers.
The LaPorte Argus notes newspapers increasingly engage in independent political reporting in Indiana. It argues honesty plus capital supports this shift and predicts a broader rise in independent papers by decade's end, with two major dailies cited as leaders.
The editor complains the Review has ignored the Porto Rican issue and become entangled in the Montana senate race, claiming confusion in editorial stance and intent.
Clark was named by the lieutenant governor of Montana after the governor left the state unexpectedly. No press dispatch or prior editorial suggestion claimed the governor had been beguiled out of the state. The Review editor, also park board member by Republican appointment, is seen as unfamiliar with Montana conditions and Island Park.
A columnist argues Idaho's GOP tilt matters little in a national race as Idaho could deliver only three electoral votes for Republicans even with a huge majority. Indiana’s 15 electoral votes could counterbalance losses in several western states, stressing that overall electoral votes determine the presidency.
The Elkhart Institute on Prairie Street lists courses including Mathematics Language Literature Pedagogy Sciences Elocution Vocal Music Shorthand Bookkeeping and all commercial branches Reading Circle work and Kindergarten. Also notes weekly salary law case in Anderson Indiana.
The Great Northern railway Dakota division superintendent Donkin was killed near Larimore North Dakota when a dog crossed the track causing his gasoline motor car to overturn. He died after being brought to the city with his widow and four children left behind.
Philadelphia May 23 Senator Mathew S Quay declared his candidacy for reelection to the United States Senate. He stated he expects to be elected by the next General Assembly.
In Sioux City Iowa on May 23 Harold Dennison aged 9 and George Lewis aged 10 drowned while swimming in the Floyd river. Dennison became exhausted and Lewis rushed to save him. both boys went under and died together.
In Jackson Michigan on May 20 1900 J G Morgan recounts a mine exposure illness piles and years of pain. He credits Dr Chase’s Ointment with relief and a claimed cure and notes a 4 percent cure guarantee for piles eczema and skin eruptions. A box costs 3 shillings and free samples are offered by the Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY.
Chicago on May 23 reports Chief of Police Ripley issuing orders to arrest violators of the anti noise ordinance. He works with collaborators on a grand classification of noises to systematically root out sources including vendor calls barkers whistles bells and other disruptive sounds.
Advertises a joint subscription deal for Farm Journal and Weekly Truth. Pays in advance for one year of the Weekly Truth and nearly five years of Farm Journal at a total price of 3100, covering remainder of 1900 and years 1901 1902 1903 1904.
H B Sykes & Co Popular Store showcases white wash silks and lawn fabrics for gowns and occasions. Items include white Henriettas, Persian lawns, chiffons, Swiss and India linens, lace edges, gloves, fans, corsets, hosiery, ribbons, and dainty corset covers. Children's drawers and wash silk cloaks offered at reduced prices.
News from Raleigh and Asheville reports a terrible explosion at the Cumnock coal mines in Chatham county North Carolina. Fifty to sixty miners are said to have perished with details uncertain for hours.
An advertisement proclaims deafness stems from an inflamed Eustachian tube. It promises a $100 reward for any deafness due to catarrh that Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot cure and urges sending for free circulars. Includes contact F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio and price info for Hall's Family Pills.
The Alaska Republican convention met in Juneau on May 15 and passed a resolution condemning Governor John G. Brady. It states that his continued tenure is inimical to Alaska's interests and contrary to Republican wishes and directs transmission to the U.S. president.
An employment notice from A. Park in Chicago invites individuals to represent in their counties. Offers yearly pay of 600 dollars, payable weekly, with references exchanged and a self addressed stamped envelope for response. Describes desirable but unusual opportunities and requests applications from applicants statewide.
Dr. A. B. Lawrence of El Dorado Kansas and Charles Towne plan the silver Republicans national convention in Kansas City. Lawrence, Kansas national committeeman, expects Bryan to win the nomination with Towne possibly as running mate. Kansas silver Republicans set Topeka July 2 convention to finalize business for the national gathering.
In Muncie Indiana May 238 William Stokes of the metropolitan police was badly wounded when a cartridge exploded in his pistol. The accident occurred while he sat in a buggy and the cause remains a mystery. The bullet tore nearly through his body.
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