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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1907
Page
1
George Cortelyou at the Merchants Association speaks on restoring credit and aiding relief efforts for the country, focusing on rural districts and crop movement as the financial storm subsides. A countryman demands gold for a $50,000 mortgage due today, refuses checks, and stores the gold in a safety deposit vault after clumsy attempts to pay.
In Brazil Indiana on November 14 a farmer withdrew 507 dollars from the First National Bank amid a financial fright. He buried the money in a hog pen. The hogs unearthed and ate half the bills and chewed the rest, forcing the farmer to spend the night piecing the fragments back together. The bank sent the mutilated cash to the treasury for replacement.
Charles P. Barney formerly president of the Knickerbocker Trust Co died by his own hand at his New York home this afternoon. The shooting occurred early in the afternoon but was kept quiet to avoid impacting stock market activity.
L. E. Hahn, a former Goshen business man, dies at Cambridge City at age 66. The obituary notes his prior business career and local connections.
The managers of the city theaters defend their offerings as refined entertainment and oppose closing. A petition signed by 6 809 residents argues against the nuisance label and notes extra patrols were needed after theater closures. Sunday crowds and arrests for profane language are cited, with a push to provide better amusements to keep men off the streets.
William Galliger, after months at the county infirmary, was found to be insane by a three member commission including Justice Jacob Oberholtzer and doctors N Holderman and J C Mast. He had escaped from the county farm earlier this week and was located on a city street by a police officer. He will be held pending transfer to the insane asylum at Loneycliff.
Cora M. Wade sues Charles S. Wade in superior court claiming the husband led a dissolute life and engaged in improper relations with Jesse Rader for several months. They married November 28, 1894, separated June 15, 1906, and have three children aged twelve, ten, and four. Wade seeks custody, child support, temporary alimony, and costs.
Thieves have struck church vestibules stealing hats coats and an umbrella. Wm Ellwood reported an overcoat and gloves missing after leaving them in the First Baptist vestibule during evangelistic services. Mrs Lavender also lost an umbrella in a similar manner.
The article notes Helkhast County now has two courts with sessions ongoing, keeping the sheriff's office very busy. A winter legislature act adds 600 dollars yearly for the sheriff’s increased duties and per diem for court sessions. The sheriff reportedly pays out all extra salary for this duty.
In Dayton Ohio the National Cash Register Company reduced its workforce by half, laying off 2000 of its 4000 employees amid a tight money market. The move reflects broader economic strain affecting manufacturing firms during November.
Creditors in the receivership case Hogen and LW Rabb and Cons Dallastown Pennsylvania allege a debt of 6400 dollars and seek intervention in the proceeding. The notice outlines creditor action to remove the receiver and enter intervention.
Notice issued this morning states prices will drop to seven cents for a two quart item after Friday. Authorities or merchants have not disclosed the exact product or retailer involved.
Thirteen Elkhart area dairymen signed an agreement to raise milk price to seven cents per quart starting Friday. The move follows increased costs for feed including mixed stuff and oats, with the notice citing higher prices for milk-producing foods as the reason.
Fragmentary notes indicate a county legal proceeding where the jury was discharged after the term concluded, with names like Nudge Van Pleet and references to the Superior Court and yesterday.
The lodge plans an Elks memorial service December 1 in its new home with special music and ritual. A principal speaker is sought. a neighboring-city citizen attempt failed, and announcements continue this week. Memorials for deceased members of every lodge will be held nationwide.
A Michigan City report notes updates during the ninth annual session with corrected percentage figures. Officials reviewed data to align figures with calculations and ensure accuracy across related records.
Michigan City diocese council closes ninth annual session. Rt. Rev. J J White delivers annual address and Cyrus Townsend Brady speaks. Auxiliary offerings will be divided between the New Steel City and Wawa See work.
A dairy price increase effort failed after farmers disputed the authenticity of signatures used to back the plan. The six cent rate had held for years while dumps of milk faced pressure to lift prices amid scarce hay and cattle shortages in Indiana and Michigan communities.
A court ruling suggests George W. Method cannot be prosecuted for forging the names Addie and Erastus Pan of New Paris. Evidence showed he tried to have Miss Stoutenour sign instruments, but the documents remain with A. S. Zook, Method’s adviser, who cannot be compelled to surrender them, securing his immunity.
Fragmentary notes describe allocation of funds between Gary and Bishop’s work, a small general missions fund, bishop salary at 3000 dollars plus 240 for traveling expenses, parish assessments of 214 percent of current expenses, a 545 percent diocesan levy, and invitation to hold the next session, with concerns over meeting bishop’s costs and family needs.
The strongest anti liquor drive labels a peak in aggressive campaigning. The South nears solid prohibition with Georgia and other states largely dry. Texas Missouri Virginia and West Virginia show extensive local options. Northern states report progress as more counties adopt bans while New Mexico Arizona Nevada Montana and Idaho remain without local option.
Frederick Kent Sr. died at 5 am at his son Frederick Kent Jr.’s home 605 East Taeckson Street after a long illness attributed to grief. He was seventy two in August and survived by sons Fred and Philip of Wikhart. daughters Mrs Louise Borowitz of Lite Rock Ark, Mrs Anna Hohe of Ft Smith Ark, and Mrs Carrie Ward of Grand Song. and sisters Mrs Mus Hegelsoms of F Grand-Waven. A postmortem was advised.
A new Elkhart marine recruit, Charles B. Steen, passed his exam with Sgt Hartwick and will depart Saturday to be mustered in Washington. He joins two prior abstinents as part of the local recruiting effort. Steen may later join the Pacific expedition scheduled for December.
A towel left on a gas stove at 215 North Second Street near J. B. Mick started a smoke-filled scene last evening. The home occupants sounded an alarm to Central fire station after 6 o clock, pulling Box 29. The towel was moved to the backyard before firefighters arrived. no damage was reported.
In a Chicago letter Mrs W H Winship reports Mrs A A Allens, long ill, is somewhat improved but still in serious condition. Mrs Allen has many friends in Elkhart where she has spent considerable time.
References by Engineer Maltby, regarded as waterworks specialist, prove misleading. Only built sub station LaPorte contract, which engineer about to be engaged here referred to, is small in scope and ability.
The Board of Works nears a contract with engineer Maltby to draft plans for a waterworks system. Maltby is praised for LePorte work, though records show his role was a small pumping station, not a full system. The Elkhar Water Company backs the plan, implying no new contract may be needed.
A hurried council action funded a $100 grant and about $490 total to hire an engineer for the city water works. Chairman Arnold urged expert help to draft specifications, while the Elkhart Water Company’s influence appears linked to the move. The Board plans to hire Engineer Maltby of Chicago as papers edge toward a contract.
Readable fragments indicate church choirs from various congregations will participate in a city wide meeting effort. The text mentions a twenty five member group and prominent participants slated to attend.
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