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Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1909

Page

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Elkhart Fire Claims Life Of Walter Fox Nine

In Goshen last night a fatal fire killed Walter Fox nine in the Fox home on West Pike street. Firemen dragged the unconscious boy from a smoke filled room after the furnace sparked the blaze. His dog perished in the flames. three doctors failed to revive him.

Franklin Tex Michart Pike Street Goshen Walter Fox Franklin Pex Indiana Theater Howe —l Geo. I. “Smith Fox Gil

Speaker Cannon Eyes Danville Club Purchase

In Wheeling on November 4 Uncle Joe Cannon the House speaker seeks to buy the franchise of the South End Central League club and move it to Danville Indiana with others ready to invest but Cannon would control over half the stock to influence the team start.

Wheeling Joe”. Cannon House of Representatives South End Nd.blib Danville Joe Speaker Cannon

Fort Wayne seeks funds for large waterways convention

A letter from the finance committee appeals for subscriptions to raise about 2.00 to 2.50 for the big waterways convention in Fort Wayne next week. The goal is to attract a large attendance and make the event the largest ever for the city.

Wart Wayne Jatkbadens Fort Wayne LE Fert Lake Tal Enterprisey

Sidway Urged to Remain as Head of Association

C. A. Sidway, who recently tendered his resignation as president of the Elkhart Industrial association, may be induced to remain. Directors and officers urge him to reconsider his action citing his need to attend to personal business and his past good leadership.

C. A. Sidway Elkhart Industrial Association Anetter Aickel Bickel Sidway Hickhart Bucklen Association Mrr Sidway Marc Sidnay

Florida woman to fly her own Curtiss aeroplane

Mrs He AY Arbold of Florida likely becomes America's first woman to own and fly a Curtiss aeroplane. She secured a contract to own the craft built for the Hudson Fulton celebration in New York. The price is $706 and Curtiss will teach her to operate the machine.

Jammondsport N.Y He AY Arbold Florida America Curtiss New York

Walsh Rule Sought in Appeal Court

John S. Miller, counsel for John R. Walsh, filed in the United States circuit court of appeals an application for a hearing. The petition argues all raised questions were decided and others were deemed not important enough to consider. The government will file an answer within twenty days.

Chicago John SS. Miller John R. Walsh United States Circuit Court of Appeals Walsh Ili

Debts and tax relief debated in Cass and Mason townships

The 1907 action reduced debt by delaying full payment. Elkhart and Cass counties face rising costs from years of underfunded ways and large state aid. Supervisors, led by Arnold, reallocated $5000 to service the debt while residents question equity among townships.

Arnold Mason

Tammany Upset by Sting: Defeat Signals Power Shift

A Chicago-anchored analysis discusses Tammany Hall's looming challenge as anti machine leaders gain control. The piece notes estimated city expenditures around one billion dollars over four years and contracts totaling 130 million for transit upgrades, signaling a shift toward business principles and reduced graft.

Chicago Nove T-Sumner New York Tammany Tiger Murphy Tammeany Leste Tanmany Toys

Elkhart Police Still Seek Tony Tino in Martino Murder

Police have not received tips in nearly a month on the whereabouts of Tony Tino wanted for murder in the Frank Martino case. Descriptions are circulating nationwide as officers continue to pursue the fugitive.

Tony Tino Elkhart Tony “Lino Frank Martino Corer Harrison and Sixth Tino

Larger Cities See Democratic Strength in South

South Bend Democrats showed unusual strength on Tuesday, winning most Turger cities in the state. Indianapolis and Wayne were exceptions, with Phe'dnel al ease in the South and references to local council figures.

Bend

Councilman Election Text Confused by OCR Errors

OCR fragment shows garbled lines about a councilman election or meeting with references to a body or agency. Readable elements include a city council context and possible designation of a decision, but details are unreadable.

Interurban Depot Plans Discussed at Elkhart Directors Meeting

Northern Indiana officials including C S Dieterich and A F Dieterich met in Elkhart to consider Bucklen operation from the city to Bristol. Samuel Murdock and H W Bucklen attended talks with Dieterichs as the twentieth century limited arrived from New York and headed to South Bend. A decision on Bucklen road operation and a new interurban freight depot in Elkhart was anticipated at the directors meeting amid ongoing talks with Murdock-Dieterich interests.

Chicago South Bend and Northern Indiana ‘Railway Afeioga Bucklen Bristol Indiana South Bend Samuel Murdock Murdock Traction Interests H. Wi. Bucklen C.S. Dieterich A. F. Dieterich Enera Ludiane- Line Limited Fromn New York South Bena Murdock-Dieterich Pons Elkhart Theajtors

Wild disruption at Steinheil murder trial in Paris

A Paris courtroom erupted when a man shouted that he and not Anne Steinheil killed the husband and mother in law. He was hustled away for investigation as Steinheil resumed testimony in the high profile murder trial amid a crowded courtyard before opening statements.

Paris Mane Steinheil

Railroad shares described as heavy in irregular trading

In New York on investable notes market activity, railroad stocks showed heaviness amid irregular trading patterns. Traders reported unusual price movements and liquidity concerns across major lines.

Fragmented OCR Note on Local Atbal Spavorh

A damaged OCR fragment notes a local event with scattered acronyms and numbers. Readable elements include a time stamp and partial names, suggesting an upcoming meeting or notice. The text is incomplete, offering limited context and few verifiable details.

County dry drives in November election clash

Scott and Warren counties prepare for dry remonstrance votes as petitions meet required signatures. DeKalb county faces a tougher fight with brewers funding anti prohibition sentiment. A Wet newspaper has been launched in Waterboord to push the campaign, with Moffet as editor.

Rion Scott Warren Twe Scott Hanes Scotts Warren Gomery Ouliey Delxali Dis -Cohuuan Shaeiaker DéKalb Remonstranée Shoemaker Waterbooard Moffet Wets Focal Blackforth DeKalb County

Funeral Crowd Fights Fire in Flat Rock

In Columbus Indiana on November 4 citizens of Flat Rock rallied at a funeral to help fight a deadly blaze threatening the town. The church fire, sparked by locomotive sparks, prompted a hard fight as mourners rushed to cut flames and save the building and its services.

Columbus Ind Flat Rock Festroy

Woman Slays Jilted Lover in Her Home

In Bluefield West Virginia on November 4 Michele Brunilda, reportedly spurned by her lover from Sicily, killed him with a revolver as he followed her to her residence. Her husband arrived to find the aftermath.

Bluefieldg W.va Fairdaize Michele Brunilda Sicily Thes

New Bridge Girder Placed Over Elkhart River

First girder of the new Iron Company bridge over the Elkhart River at Jackson Street is now in position. The完成 structure will form the new bridge linking the street and riverbank areas.

The Iron Company Elkhart’ River Jackson

Special Election Called To Resolve City Tie Vote

City Council, after noting a 350 to 350 tie between John W. Slear and Ellicott for First Ward councilman, orders a mandatory special election for November 16. City Attorney Turner confirms, polling locations and inspectors named, budget set at 103240 with taxes fixed at 1.30.

Slear Tivner Osolo Aaron Baker Ellicott Motior Lounsberry Turner Thetevy

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