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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1903

Page

6

Mourning Bands for Consul Emma Booth Tucker

Chicago mourns Consul Emma Booth Tucker killed in the Dean Lake wreck. Salvation Army officers and crowds at Polk street Depot paid quiet tribute as her coffin was moved to Princess Rink for public viewing. Her husband Commander Bath-Tucker viewed the body and prayed, then returned to mourn alongside Col. Lowton and Brig. Damon.

Chicago Polk Street Depot Santa Fe Kansas City Emma Booth- Tucker Mergelline Dean Lake Col Z.C. Holland Amity Colo Salvation Army Charles Lowson Princess Rink Bath-Tucker Col. Lowton Brig Damon Hasgard Walter Lundy J. C. Addie Dammes Salvyatior Army Salvation ‘Army

First tunnel under North River nears New York shore

Workmen complete passageway from New Jersey to within seventy five feet of the Manhattan terminal bounded by Christopher, Tenth, Hudson and Greenwich streets. Trolley cars expected in service by next April after the tunnel is completed.

New-York New .York North River New ‘Jersey New York Shore Manhattan Christopher Tenth, Hudson Greenwich Streets

Injured football team members listed with severe wounds

A list of injured players from the team includes Joseph R. Powell of Corpus Christi in a life threatening situation. Paul Sturn, an old classmate, in charge. B H Wright of Pendleton with a broken back. A L Holter of Oberlin with crushed legs. Sim Miller of Nineveh with one leg broken twice and the other crushed. Tangeman of Fern Bank with a skull fracture. Adams of Osgood with an injured spine. QO F Cutts ordered to hospital with both legs in plaster. McCmannus of Davenport with crushed legs. H G Leslie captain with a broken leg and jaw. G W Nichols in shock from shoulder injury. prognosis uncertain for several.

BH. O. Wright Pendleton Ind A. L. Holter Oberlin Sim Miller Nineveh Long John"Miller Purdue Co. O. Tangeman Fern. Bank Co. C. Adams QO. F. Cutts North Anson W.G. MccMannus Davenport H. G. Leslie West Lafayette G. W. Nichols Philadelphia

Remarkable Case of Cough Cure Restores Health

Mrs. Gertrude Fenner of Marion Indiana suffered a deep seated lung cough leading to pneumonia and weight loss. Four bottles of One Minute Cough Cure cured the cough strengthened the lungs and restored her weight to 148 pounds. Sold by Houseworth Bros.

Gertrude Fenner Marion Ind Houseworth Bros

Manuscripts Lost in Fire at Philadelphia Printing Plant

A large Avil Printing Company plant at 3943 47 Market Street West Philadelphia burned, causing an estimated loss of 260000 with 100000 covered by insurance. The building held valuable manuscripts on medical and other subjects owned by professors from the University of Pennsylvania Bryn Mawr College and Drexel Institute.

Philadelphia Avil. Printing Company Market Street West University of Pennsylvania Bryn Mawr College Drexel Institute

New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief

Relief in six hours for kidney and bladder disease claimed by advertisement. It cites prompt relief from pain in bladder kidneys and back and markets the remedy as a quick cure. Sold by C H Leonard Druggist.

C.H. Leonard

Mitchell in Scranton declines operation for intestinal illness

President John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers, ill in Scranton, decides not to undergo an operation for the intestinal trouble he is suffering. He does not consider his ailment serious.

Mitchell Scranton John Mitchell The United. Mine, Workers

Essie the Fire's Breath Restores Faded Cheeks

A terse item notes Essie the fire’s revival of faded cheeks with a vivid glow and renewed vitality. No further details or dates are provided in this fragment.

Essie

Inferno at Coney Island Leaves 2 Dead and $1 Million Loss

Fire at Coney Island, starting near the Hippodrome, devastated three blocks including Henderson's restaurant and music hall, Stouch's hotel and dance hall, and Feltman's garden. About 500 people homeless. 15 injured. wind shift aided firefighting. Ferris wheel operator helped save structures and markups drew crowds paying 30 cents for viewing the blaze. Recovery prospects seen for most buildings except music hall and dancing pavilion.

New York Coney Island Henderson Stouch Feltman Hippodrome Bowery Shorel Andy Ocean Surf Avenue Lina Park Felman Strucure

Policeman's Testimony Endorses Foley Honey Cough Medicine

Nashua night officer J N Patterson recalls suffering a winter lung ailment. He tried multiple advertised cough medicines with no relief before a friend recommended Foley's Honey Cough and Lung Medicine at Fenton's drug store.

J. .N. Patterson Nashua Foley

Indians in chase after band of bucks feared to reach Bad Lands

Report from Newcastle states posses left Lusk Douglas and Newcastle for the scene as a band of Indians fled toward the Bad Lands of northern Nebraska. Citizens urge the governor to deploy troops to aid sheriffs, fearing a serious outbreak if the group is overtaken before reaching the reservation.

Lusk Douglas Newcastle Nebraska

Early Risers Pills Promote Energy and Liver Health

Thousands of people in Boston and Boerne, Texas, use DeWitt’s Early Risers pills for biliousness, torpid liver, jaundice, and headaches. They are praised as pleasant, effective, and non purging, sold by Houseworth Bros. druggists.

DeWitt Boston Boerne Tex Houseworth Bros

Doctor Alexander Attacked While Leaving Indianapolis Depot

Dr Joseph C Alexander linked to Rufus Cantrel gang in grave robbing case was at Fishers Station with his wife when they were assaulted on the way to the depot. Dozens of eyes were cast at them and several arrows or projectiles reached their mark.

Indianapolis Ind Joseph C. Alexander Rufus Cantrel Fishers’ Station

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Cures Longstanding Piles

After forty years with piles Mr C Haney of Geneva Ohio finds lasting relief with DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve. The ad touts the product as a cure for cuts burns bruises sprains lacerations eczema tetter salt rheum and all skin diseases and warns to look for the DeWitt name on the package to avoid counterfeits.

C. Haney Geneva DeWitt Houseworth Bros

Sheridan sails for Manila with troops and pesos

The transport Sheridan departed San Francisco for Manila via Honolulu and Guam carrying 675 enlisted men of the Twenty second Infantry, a full cabin passenger list, and 1 550 000 pesos for the Philippines.

Philippines San Francisco Cal Sheridan Manila Honolulu Guam Twenty-second Infantry

Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Advertises Digestive Aid

A vintage advertisement promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a remedy that supplies the natural juices of digestion, relaxes stomach tension, and rests inflamed stomach muscles while it digests food and aids blood formation. Sold by Houseworth Bros.

Bs Houseworth Bros

Goschen Elected Chancellor of Oxford University

Lonion Navy reports Goschen has been elected chancellor of Oxford University succeeding the late Marquis of Salisbury.

Goschen Lonion Navy Oxford University Marquis ‘of Salisbury

German Warship Preussen Launches in Presence of Emperor

Nov 2. The German battleship Preussen was launched here in the presence of the emperor and empress. The ceremony marks a notable milestone for Prussia as naval power grows.

Stetting Prussia Preussen

City rocked by massive explosion causing panic and wreckage

An enormous blast shook the city tearing through the yards and destroying the yard office. Two men nearby were seriously injured while hundreds search the rubble for victims as fires spread. Flying glass injured many and shock gripped residents. officials fear vast property losses and delay full tallies. Telegrams went to Cleveland and Pittsburg for glass.

Geisinger Cleveland Pittsburg

Foley's Honey and Tar praised by physicians nationwide

Many broad minded physicians prescribe Foley's Honey and Tar for throat and lung troubles, claiming it is the safest and most reliable remedy. It is noted as free from opiates or poisons, always curing coughs and colds. Sold at Fenton's drug store.

Foley Fenton's Drug Store

Annexation Is Canada's Hope Editorial in Le Combat

Montreal paper Le Combat urges annexation to the United States as Canada’s path to independence or representation. The piece titled Independence or Annexation argues independence is out and Washington representation would be Canada’s natural destiny with two senators per province of the dominion.

Montreal le Combat Les Debats United States Washington Canada Dominion

Plainview resident saved by Foley's remedy, sale at Fenton drug store

A fragment notes a Plainview woman who, after spending a thousand dollars without pellet, was advised by a friend to try Foley's remedy. The product allegedly saved her life and improved health over ten years, with a sales mention for Fenton drug store.

Baker Plainview Hope Foley Fenton’ Gs Drug

Death in Halloween Prank Shocks Community

A Halloween prank left a person unconscious, prompting police and emergency responders to investigate. The incident raised concerns about safety and the risks of practical jokes in public spaces, with authorities urging caution during celebrations.

Local Obituary Fragment Reflects Family Ties

Fragmentary obituary notes a woman named Mrs. Cannon connected to her father and many acquaintances in Washington. The text hints at long life shared with family and friends but is incomplete about dates or full events.

Washington Cannon

Prof Theodor Mommsen Dies in Berlin Condolences Pour In

Berlin reports the death of noted historian Theodor Mommsen at 8 45 Sunday after a stroke. Attending physicians and family kept vigil all night. Diplomatic and royal figures including United States Ambassador Tower and Emperor William sent condolences to the Mommsen family.

Berlin Theodor Mommsen Bea Observ Physcian United States Ambassador Tower Mommsen William

Reclaim Kankakee Marsh in Laporte County Canal Project

Laporte Ind Nov 2 The Kankskee River Improvement company awarded the contract to build a ten mile drainage canal in southern Laporte county. The ditch will make 50,000 acres of marsh tilable.

Kankakee Marsh Laporte, Ind The Kankskee

Mystic Cure Promises Rheumatism Relief in Days

An advertisement touts a "Mystic Cure" for rheumatism and neuralgia claiming cure in 1 to 3 days. It states the medicine removes the cause and disease, with initial dose offering significant benefit and a price of $1.00 at Fenton's drug store, 295 Main Street.

Fenton

Frazer Surrenders Over Fatal Stabbing in Brooklyn Saloon

William Frazer killed his best friend Thomas Barrett in a Brooklyn saloon during a political discussion. Frazer surrendered and said the stabbing was not intentional.

New York William Frazer Thomas Barrett Brooklyn Frazer Barrett

Spavin Liniment Promotes Remarkable Horse Cure Claim

English advertisement touts a spavin liniment that removes blemishes from horses and cures cures for lameness and swellings. It promises large savings with a single bottle and claims to be the most wonderful blemish cure ever known. Sold by C. H. Leonard druggist.

C. H. Leonard Drugbist

Pastor Adjudged Insane Amid Springfield Turmoil

Rev. Black, pastor of the Pilgrim Congregational Church in Springfield, has been declared insane. Authorities cite business worries and the death of his father as causes, with a note signed as the “causes” for the trouble.

Springfield Black Pilgrim Co

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