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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
4
The Elkhart Truth, published daily except Sunday by Truth Publishing Company, lists carrier delivery and mail rates. It notes that payments are due to the carrier or by mail and requests reports of irregular delivery to the office, with advertising and communications due by 10 o clock to insure publication for that day.
A short newspaper snippet lists telephone lines for editorial rooms and business office with two listed numbers 95 and 61. The terse item notes the availability of both phones.
William I Hazelton sworn as manager reports April 1906 bona fide daily circulation 8251 copies not including samples or spoiled or unsold papers. Notary Louw A Dennert attested on May 1 1906 with commission valid to January 9 1907.
Day of Syracuse University raises three charges against President Roosevelt defending monopolies and criticizing editorial comment. He claims the president sought law revision to curb monopolies, notes investigation findings, and argues for stricter laws against illegal practices amid the nation’s crisis. He compares Lincoln era actions to today’s measures.
A fragmented passage hints at a state convention plan with phrases about plenty and action. The readable text suggests discussions or expectations around turnout or activity, but details are unclear.
A Goshen Democratic pressed charge that Elkhart Review and News-Times shield Berkey amid alleged Republican graft in Elkhart County. The letter accuses local papers of bias and hush money tactics to protect officials and avoid punishment.
The Kalamazoo Gazette notes that after the excitement subsides President Roosevelt may recall the old saying that one who lies down with dogs may wake up with fleas.
The Marion Leader notes Roosevelt may have adopted many democratic doctrines except tariff revision. It argues he was a free trader but a republican first, implying he avoids the tariff issue. The piece contends only a Democratic victory can implement widespread democratic principles and reforms.
After nominating a state ticket, the Prohibitionists adopt a platform demanding two cent railroad fare abolition of passes woman suffrage initiative and referendum and a new fee and salary law. The ticket lists A L Grim William H Kellar Charles M Lemon C F Holler Daniel E Speicher W O Bailey Allan D Hole Millard F Gerrish and others with local and district nominees including Isaac G Shaw and Barney Uline on the state and Thirteenth district committees.
Fred Allen jailed for intoxication after being found in the Lake Shore yards. Eugene Folks, a tramp, treated for a head wound after a lantern man allegedly forced a fall from a box car during a freight ride. Two other tramps, Staubaugh and Lawrence, claimed they were struck and shot at by a Lake Shore detective and were released this morning.
Minor heirs of Eva Sass and Curtis Freela appear in a guardianship filing with bond set at 1000 dollars. Buckner F Freeland and Joseph of Mathlr act as guardians, with Wm Dalton named as guardian for the estate. Reassessment and conveyance actions referenced with court dates and probate stakes noted.
In Des Moines May 24 1903 the Presbyterian General Assembly rejected formal authority for the Book of Forms and Services. The book will be published only for voluntary use and without official endorsement. Opposition grew as key figures including Henry Roberts and Dr Henry Van Dyke argued against its adoption citing potential Cumberland Union tensions. A Cumberland delegation arrives for the Genesis of Presbyterianism celebration with Rev Dr Henry M McCook to speak.
50 acre farm four miles northeast of city. 46 acre farm four miles northwest of city. 80 acre farm seven miles northeast. House and lot on Mason Street. House and two lots on Indiana Avenue. House and lot on South Main Street. Modern terms with partial payments or full. Enquire at Manchester & ae Grocery 1015 S Main St.
The Sunny South season brings blooming magnolias and Hossick offers 1 000 buds to give customers with every purchase this Saturday. If you have never seen one you should. The piece highlights seasonal blooms and customer perks.
Fragmentary list of marriage licenses and names including John Curran Elkhart Indiana Shetterly Dowagiac Michigan plus other individuals such as Newton and Stauffer with ages and places, indicating a local notices snippet.
The piece notes Mrs Martin Strouse dead at her Oak Street home after a long illness. It mentions drought harming farmers and strawberry growers, a proposed interurban rail line from South Bend to St Joseph, and chartered cars for parties at 30 dollars round trip. Rev N W Gelston sues Fidelity & Casualty Co. for 10000 damages. his son Louis died of scarlet fever while physician at Calumet and Hecla.
Officers announce consolidation with Benton Harbor and St. Joseph Fair, creating a permanent body with $10,000 capital. A Benton Harbor grounds fair is planned for October 25 and new exhibition hall grandstand and buildings are proposed. John Grabner of Warsaw owns two mammoth elk antlers found on his farm near Fish Lake, believed to be ancient and buried.
The semi annual meeting of the women s board of missions for Congregational churches in New England and the middle states met in Brockton Massachusetts Dr W Keen of Philadelphia was elected president of the American Baptist Missionary Union at its Dayton Ohio session plans to raise a larger endowment fund A two man s conference preceded the United Presbyterian general assembly in Richmond Indiana where the election of women as deacons is debated The Southern Presbyterian assembly in Greenville South Carolina discussed Rev William B E Caldwell Texas heresy charges with no decision yet reached
An Elkhart report questions who best knows local health conditions and cites a druggist as a comparator to doctors. Houseworth brothers claim long life hinges on proper digestive care, warning that stomach issues lead to nervousness and overuse of tonics and stimulants.
Noted actor Richard Mansfield brings his portrayal of Beau Brummel to the Auditorium in South Bend tonight. The piece traces his ambitious rise to fame and hints at the personal hardships shaping his career. Mansfield, born in Heligoland and trained by his singer mother, is described as one of his generation's most gifted and controversial figures.
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