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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1905
Page
4
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The article argues Roosevelt used war powers to buy Panama and railroad supplies on world markets to curb trusts. It claims trusts overcharge domestically, push watered stock dividends, and proposes lowering tariffs to broaden foreign imports and relieve high prices for workers.
Secretary Taft responds to criticism over buying supplies abroad for the Panama Canal. He argues U S purchases benefit American producers, noting rail and steel prices abroad versus at home, and implies patriotism in supporting domestic industry through foreign trade.
An Allegheny Pennsylvania brewer presented a constable with an order for a million glasses of beer as thanks for important service. The order is honored at all saloons selling the brewer’s beer, raising concerns about encouraging drinking and the path toward a drunkard’s grave.
The article discusses a looming tariff war in Europe involving Germany and Russia aiming to undercut U S duties, with China and Britain as key players. It argues for equal treatment of all nations, warns against reciprocity as policy, and notes potential domestic political challenges in revising tariffs while addressing disorderly houses and moral issues at home.
The piece argues peace overtures failed in the Chicago strike and unions face a choice between prolonged conflict or compulsory arbitration. It warns that strong employer associations raise future challenges for labor, and urges public legislation to require arbitration to preserve order.
Chicago Mayor Dunne proposes compulsory investigation of labor grievances before strikes and lockouts with optional arbitration. He argues it could shape public sentiment but cannot force higher wages or shorter hours. He suggests a final court to compel resolution if voluntary talks fail.
In strong grand jury guidance Judge Dodge urges city authorities to arrest not only gambling houses and brothels keepers but also property owners who rent to such establishments. He argues the law makes it wrong for owners to rent to keepers of vice and resorts. He calls for decisive action by police.
Phrenologist to examine Union Pacific workers in Omaha to determine job fit by skull bumps. Inspector J H Fitzgerald will assess officials, firemen, brakemen, clerks, and others. transfers possible but no one will be discharged.
Vernoi Frecking wins city treasurer post as H G Nelson departs. Several towns report shortages, arrests, fires, and local meetings. Crowded items include petitions for gravel roads in Porter county, Culver Institute growth plans, and school building contracts in Columbus.
President Roosevelt hosts a casual San Antonio reunion with his old Rough Riders. He greets veterans, their wives and families, shares memories of Cuba, and praises their courage. A daughter of a former rider is moved to tears by his words as the event closes with a chorus and a hearty mess meal.
Reports indicate the orange harvest is almost a complete failure across Italy Spain and southern France, threatening supply and prices for citrus markets. Farmers attribute the poor yields to adverse weather conditions and lasting climate stress affecting groves across the region.
Damascus dispatch notes a Berlin police action destroying two thousand Tolstoy pamphlets against militarism. The report mentions plans for electric works and an electric railroad, with working capital stated as 1,250,000 dollars.
Fragmentary text indicates a discussion about steps for organizing a universal exhibition. It mentions an organization and an upcoming event, but details such as exact steps, date, or location are unclear.
A British group files a petition seeking change on a civic issue. Local officials have not yet responded, and details remain unclear in the fragmentary OCR text.
R C Barney of 314 Main J Elchart advertises bargains at the Driving Park. The notice invites readers to view the sale offerings displayed at the location and mentions the seller’s name and address.
A report traces the rise of many thin flaked breakfast foods mimicking Grape-Nuts. It notes mass production of imitations, failed plants, and stock surpluses sold cheaply to grocers and hotels. It explains why true Grape-Nuts, baked to digestible sugar-rich starch, stands apart and why imitators mislead buyers.
Mrs Cassie Swenk of Ida Ohio visited her brothers L A and J J Minnick Thursday. Grandma Lyons funeral well attended and buried near Cassopolis. Myrton Fisher seen in neighborhood Sunday. Young people with baskets reminded Harvey Ort of his thirtieth birthday. Diller family Sunday visit from Cyrus Diller and wife. Minnick reunion at St Joe Michigan attended by J J and S A Minnick family. Alta Beardsley of Forter entertaining by Beardsleys. Chas Pipher Porter visited D W Eby and family. Birthday Club to be entertained by Nettie Ross Thursday. J Carmary visited John Zilkey and wife of Calvin last week. Planting corn is main farm activity.
Trustee Puterbaugh denies divulging the adoptive family of Title Silvia Rout. He says the report is false and notes his personal efforts led to the girl being placed with her father of several other children and well cared for.
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