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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1900
Page
4
A reflective note argues mounting days risk Mount becoming governor, framing it as a silver lining amid the political cloud over Indiana.
A sharp editorial note accuses Republican papers of vilifying the Boers and their envoys while linking anti indepence rhetoric to party doctrine, signaling a heated debate over foreign policy and independence.
The Republican press questions Durbin’s military record while papers largely overlook the limited services of the Anderson man amid the ongoing scrutiny into wartime duties and public records.
A commentary notes how politics mingle with sorrow and food, highlighting that many trusted men neglect duties while public concern laments broken obligations and missed responsibilities.
A lingering concern over embezzlement and counterfeit postage stamps surfaces in reference to the Beveridge discussion in the Senate. The remark links national disarray to wholesale swindling in the trusteeship debate from months past.
At the Republican gathering in St Joseph County the South Band people captured six of ten offices and allocated the remaining four to the various townships across the county.
In a party assembly the St Joseph County Republicans urge opposition to Democratic gains. They claim Congressman Brick 18 is not the sole Republican shaping the political climate and warn of strife within the party.
ELEBART readers back a movement to erect a suitable monument over Ben King's grave at St. Joseph. The writings of King, not the marble shaft, will endure long after stone crumbles.
At term end Governor Mount is praised by Republicans after his stance on the men indicted for Governor Goebel’s murder in Kentucky, drawing more favorable notices than in his prior career.
The piece recalls 1876 when R. B. Hayes was proclaimed president after Samuel J. Tilden won, noting contemporary Republican editors condemn the law that seats Beckham as Kentucky governor.
Senator Gilbert condemns Gov Mount for refusing to honor Kentucky Governor Beckham's requisition for a man charged with Goebel's assassination. The Angola man cites this to question the official's fitness for higher office.
The article notes Congressman Baicx taking pride in assisting Elkhart old soldiers. It mentions two veterans receiving aid from his efforts, one at the Lake Shore Shops and another named O. D. Boys, with additional praise for his actions from South Bend affiliate.
The Goshen News praises the shift to ten cent coffee, contrasting it with the former eighteen cent price and highlighting consumer relief and local affordability. The item notes the public response and possible impact on daily routines.
A News writer recalls that coffee costs reflect anti trust struggles of the era. If the coffee trust dominated, prices and quality might differ, as described in reflections on 1895.
The Western Christian Advocate confines its endorsement to Col. Dorbin, declining to support Union Banner Hunt Leopold Levy and others. The paper’s limited backing leaves Candidate Mummert feeling slighted.
Delegates at the state convention received copies of Our Standard from Indianapolis. An article accuses Hon. John W. Kern of representing the Strawboard trust, with Col. Durbin as a stockholder in the combine seeking the Republican gubernatorial nomination.
A reader notes it is humorous to see bank examiner praise a bank for satisfactory affairs and asks why a national bank deserves congratulations merely for being in order. The remark highlights expectations of prudence rather than celebration.
The report links two Indiana Republicans to a postal fraud case centered in Washington D.C. Perry Heath remains silent as the matter unfolds.
The piece argues that both parties in Missouri and Ohio show no real break from their longstanding affiliations. It notes Ohio briefly shifted in 1892 but insists the change was temporary and partisan loyalties persist.
A call for Democrats in Indiana to show courage and stamina this year. It urges avoiding flirtations with populists to prevent defeat, allow voters to choose the democratic ticket, and prepare for a decisive future fight.
The article argues that the Indiana state convention and the choice of a gubernatorial nominee will strongly influence the Kansas City convention. It claims Indians hold the key to the situation and can aid the country with decisive action during a critical period, urging sober thinkers to restrain those who would hinder democracy.
The democratic councilmen are urged to fulfill pledges to enhance Island Park. Despite opposition from the park commission to improvements and seating, the city council could pass a clear resolution. With meetings near, action is demanded promptly.
An accident at the Red bridge over the Little Hikhart in Bristol saw the middle section give way under a team and wagon with a man aboard. The bridge had been condemned two years earlier and thousands crossed it in unsafe condition, while efforts to replace it were met with local resistance.
Elkhart, South Bend, Goshen and Mishawaka celebrate mutual support as the interurban line binds their interests. Each city backs the others efforts, predicting greater manufacturing growth, population rise, and stronger trade across the region.
Announcement condemns Git Shanklin for dictatorial language in Indianapolis and argues a genuine democrat should not impose his views on the party or its workers, stressing adherence to democratic principles to solve national issues.
The speaker urges Mr. Shanklin to accept conventions as the proper vehicle for party doctrine. He notes the Indiana state convention must, the Kansas City convention will, and the national party can amend platforms just as Chicago did in 1892. He insists no man is greater than the party in convention assembled.
A South Bend interurban trip carried three to four young men who spoke without a single oath. The piece argues the Review misrepresents today’s youth and defends young American manhood as capable and decent.
The May 17 1860 Republican platform reiterates the Declaration of Independence idea that governments derive just powers from consent of the governed to sustain republican institutions. It asserts the enduring importance of constitutional government and popular consent in guiding public policy and party principles.
A rusted gun barrel arrived by express at the Indiana capital addressed to Governor Mount with the note For Gov. Mount, in settlement for balance due Indiana from Kentucky. Origin traced to Louisville. sender unidentified. State officers ponder threats or friendly gratitude amid political tensions involving Gov. Taylor and Charles Finley.
The farmers of this section are nearly all done planting corn. Melvin Leer and Daniel Singer attend school this summer at Angola. An ice cream festival will be held at Shriver's school house Saturday evening, June 2. The ice cream festival held at South West last Saturday evening was well attended. The Sunday school convention held at Basher Chapel last Saturday was very well attended.
The Goshen county prohibition convention on May 25 1900 adopted a report of resolutions endorsing the state convention platform at Indianapolis May 1 2 1900 and praising the North Indiana conference M E Church. It denounces a liquor license granted to H E Rosebrook amid remonstrance and calls for electing men upholding prohibition and Christian principles. Also notes Elks bouquet perfume ad and Porto Rico tariff relief resolutions forwarded to Congress.
Twelve people were shot in riots along Transit company lines in St Louis Missouri three fatally. Armed guards on cars faced a mob with dynamite explosions tearing up tracks. A second riot at Broadway and Pestalozzi street left several more wounded as police fired into fleeing crowds.
Unclaimed letters at the Hikhart Indiana post office as of May 30 1900 listed include A d Adamson Mrs SS Beman J W Dwyer Gold and Silver Medio Frank Hayes Chas W Heacock Ada Himmelein Ella Miller Beulah Moore Eldora More Logan R Montgomery Ralston Mock M D Matchett N B Phillips Etta Proctor Myrtle Quillen H P Starr three. A 1 cent charge applies for each advertised letter. W H Anderson P M.
An advertisement touts DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as the finest pills for liver and bowel troubles. Dated testimonial from D. J. Moore of Millbrook Alabama credits Houseworth Bros with the remedy.
In Omaha on May 30 Ellen C. Lucas died at 1221 Chicago Street leaving a fortune concealed in her home. Her son John C. Lucas and four aunts found about 37 thousand dollars in cash and several hundred dollars in government bonds hidden under the floor and in a closet after a bank showed the mother had only about 1 thousand dollars.
Deafness Cannot Be Cured real estate transfers show Jacob Goldberg to Elkhart Improvement Co for a lot in Elkhart at 300. John Hattle to Rosa Nonan Holdeman in Concord at 100. Rosa Nonan Holdeman to John Hate in Concord at 100. Osroline NyetoS M Nusbaum heirs trustee to Lu Ella Garberick Amanda Nye et al for Harrison land at 1. Edward F Gerster to Anna M Gerster lot in Elkhart at 1000. H W Kantz to Wesley W Wilson lot in Bristol at 35. The Elkhart Institute on Prairie street offers Mathematics Language Literature Pedagogy Sciences Common branches Elocution Vocal music Shorthand Bookkeeping and all commercial branches Reading Circle work and Kindergarten.
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