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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1905
Page
2
A Texas crowd gathers in a small hamlet where a slave killer is blamed for stealing two mules. The exchange reveals locals know the assailant but arrest him is refused because the mule was the actual slayer. The judge confirms this odd reasoning and the crowd reacts with shock.
A joke dialogue where a wife notes the odor of cigars becomes intolerable after marriage. The husband explains he now smokes two for the price of one as he previously bought better cigars for himself. Translation note: Tales From Le Rire.
In a Detroit Tribune snippet Green recalls Meeker who wed a deaf and dumb girl last winter. He recently lost his eyesight, provoking comments about his inability to see his wife talk to him.
The Washington Star quotes the Iniquitable Insurance director recalling humble beginnings with no funds and now claiming substantial personal wealth amid ongoing disputes over the amount.
LT is glad Drycrust will marry, while someone questions if he has harmed LT, implying tension over the match. The exchange hints at past grievances and upcoming union.
Nell tells Miss Sharpe that you said the literary club was full of stupid old maids. Belle asks for her reply. Nell says she was mistaken and there is always room for one more. Catholic Standard and Times notes the exchange.
Mrs Blugore complains of hoarseness while Mr Blugore reveals they have a box for the opera that evening. The exchange shows domestic friction and social plans within the Philadelphia Press era dialogue.
The Louisville Courier Journal notes a witty dialogue about a copy of Burke's Peerage. Gladys quips about shopping while Gerald questions the desire for titles beyond wealth. The scene hints at social ambitions with light humor.
A brief Chicago News dialogue at 11 30 p m shows a woman asking for a favor and a man affirming he would go to great lengths. She pleads and he insists the act would be worth it, ending with her sleepy plea.
A Yonkers States man notes a humorous oddity about a woman's nose. He dismisses concern, saying the crooked nose never interferes with a kiss. The exchange highlights playful banter in a casual social moment.
A light exchange from Down and Country shows Miss Polkadot teasing Mr. Clinger about asking her to dance and his awkwardness. Miss Redbud notes he is better than nothing amid the social chatter.
A short, terse life anecdote notes that Bilkins eloped with his cook. The cook left after giving notice and was described as the best they ever had, prompting an unavoidable action.
A poet narrator muses on a magical autumn scene where maple leaves shift from green to gold. The vivid metaphor likens the season to a transformative wizard acting upon nature, with a subtle nudge of enchantment in the imagery.
Mount Vernon Ohio November 13 A coroner's finding ties Kenyon college student Stuart L Pierson to the rail during a Delta Kappa Epsilon initiation stating he could not free himself before being run over by a train The coroner awaits action by the Knox county grand jury and indictments for manslaughter are possible against D K E members The Lambda chapter active members and two alumni were present the night of the tragedy and fraternity members dispute the coroner's conclusions
Gambier Ohio November 13 Witness James E McCarvey a Kenyon Theological Seminary student says he was assaulted bound gagged and left unconscious in his Bexley Hall room Saturday night The note pinned to his chest warns of worse to come The incident follows suspicion he aided the coroner in identifying Delta Kappa Epsilon members as responsible for the death of Stuart Pierson and may lead to manslaughter indictments The case is viewed as intimidation against a potential prosecution witness
New York officials led by Charles H. Knox vow bitter opposition to any recount of votes from the recent election. They cite the 1904 Court of Appeals decision written by A B Parker, Mayor Mc Clellan's senior counsel, which held opening ballot boxes was dangerous and inadvisable.
Mrs Margaret O Connor of Sioux City Iowa aged 78 died from gas asphyxiation after lighting a room and failing to turn it off. She was found unconscious by family members and died within minutes. She was mother of Rev Father R J O Connor, a noted Catholic priest.
Tokyo correspondent reports official announcement that the American legation in London has been raised to an embassy, marking a diplomatic upgrade and new status for U S representation.
South Bend Ind Nov 13 Another town added to the dry list in Elkhart county since the blanket remonstrance was put in effect at Bristol The remonstrators won easily against Noble Kellar applicant This leaves one saloon in Bristol and it must close when Edward Farmers license expires Liquor men alarmed at reform progress in the country towns
Indianapolis, Nov. 18 Gov Hanly fulfills vow to shut down Taggart and Sinclair gambling halls at French Lick and West Baden by December 10 The two operators faced prosecution or state receivership if they did not close Ed Ballard confirms the governor’s success in enforcing the order.
Indiana deputy fish and game commissioner BE Earle reports a good quail outlook for the year, especially in Sullivan Greene Gibson counties. The open season lasts until the start of next year and allows hunting of all game except Mongolian pheasant, which is protected year round.
In Jeffersonville Indiana the Ohio river channel widening near the falls has progressed with substantial work done. The total estimated cost to finish the project is 477569.79 dollars while only 78419 dollars remained available last July. Completed improvements improve traffic and allow the Indiana chute to carry heavy coal boats at stages of 145 feet on the upper canal gauge though further work is needed as boats descend on an eight foot stage.
Rollin Ellison, released on parole from Michigan City prison after a one to three year sentence for complicity in bank wreckings at LaGrange and Topeka, appeared in Goshen Indiana on a Friday with his aged mother. He plans to move to St Paul to pursue work.
In Warrick county Indiana two brothers Clarence Rhodes ten and Orgie eight quarreled over a bridling dispute of a horse at their Heisman area home. The older boy Orgie stabbed Clarence in the abdomen with a pocket knife, killing him. Orgie was released from custody after the incident.
Laporte Indiana November 13 a contract will be awarded next week for the erection of extensive buildings occupying about an acre of ground. The facilities will be used by the Lawrence Chair company of Chicago and will provide employment for a large force of men.
James Fender aged 30 a hooker at the Johnson stone quarry was instantly killed when a broken pin at the boom end caused the pole to fall on his head as a stone was being loaded onto a car. The incident occurred November 13 in Bloomington Indiana.
William Hurlbutt of Buchanan Michigan near South Bend Indiana has married six times before age sixty. Four wives came from two families and five wives have died.
Fort Wayne Indiana November 13 8 Dr Arthur K Hammond a prominent Democratic politician has been sued for 10000 by George W Keller who charges alienation of his wifes affections in a civil action filed in court.
Owen Disher of Marshall County fell from a hayloft onto a pitchfork in Laporte Indiana on November 13. He died after prolonged pain.
Willam H. Nisbet aged 50 who was deaf was struck and killed by a car on Buckeye Street in Terre Haute Indiana on November 13.
Professor Frederick Starr of Chicago University sails to central Africa for a year long ethnographic study of the Batwa pygmies and the yellow race described by Samuel Verner. He plans casts, photographs, and films to explore origins and customs while living with pygmy communities under King Ndombe in the Belgian Congo.
Dr Heman Spalding chief medical inspector warns in the Chicago Record Herald that roasting germs in furnaces and pipes before opening heat registers will prevent throat irritation this autumn and winter. He cites staphylococcus and streptococcus as chief culprits and urges thorough heating to destroy them.
The Rev. Joseph A. Milburn of Plymouth Church Chicago rejects the idea of a simple life. He argues a rich full life is best and notes the only simple life he knows is imprisonment. He warns against excessive virtue and praises men who are good fellows with both words.
Reports from southern Pottawatomie County near Romulus indicate wild turkeys are returning in flocks of ten to thirty along creeks. Quail are abundant with early hatches promising a strong quail season opening December 15.
Syracuse University students discuss wearing orange corduroy trousers. Advocates claim durability, beauty, and economy will make the custom popular, with supporters citing the durability shown by those who have worn the fabric.
The First Christian church in Cripple Creek Colorado announces free lunch after Sunday services in the Endeavor room. Lunch is open to all attendees and is advertised in the pastor's weekly notices.
The latest Paris fashion features gloves decorated with tiny gold and silver mirrors attached to the palm, showcasing bold accessory styling and reflective design.
Canada reported a record salmon catch for the year exceeding the United States by a notable margin. Fisheries officials indicated strong runs on both coasts with British Columbia and Newfoundland contributing substantially to the national total.
A Watertown household attests Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People cured two years of joint pain in Mr T S Wagar after four boxes. His wife and daughter report relief for stomach trouble and female weakness. The ad touts blood cleansing benefits and guarantees safety, urging readers to request genuine pills from the Dr Williams Medicine Co.
Emma Mack wins divorce from George Mack with custody of their child and child support of 1 per week plus $25 for attorney fees. The Rarig divorce was granted Saturday. both parties are residents of Nappanee.
Jury rules for Augusta Frank in a conversion case against A. Chalsky with a judgment of $855.60 and total with interest of $1 064. TS.
Several cases were dismissed including Anna ope versus William W Purt et al and Andrew J Peterson versus Abraham S Morer et al. A partition sale report shows Levi Grady bought real estate for 3780 dollars. Oliver Mayers versus Fianna Meyers set for December 20. Washington school township v Christian Frank et al set for December 20. Charles Rogers v C Allen Morse et al awarded 850.93 dollars to plaintiff. Elizabeth Goff v David Meader judgment entered for plaintiff. Samuel Rasor v John Medlinger judgment to defendant.
John Hartman administrator of Catherine Barig estate filed final report and discharge. Moses S. Whitehead guardian of John D. Beers filed final report. Benjamin Yoder administrator of John Fortney estate filed final report. Clara Puterbaugh administrator of David M. Puterbaugh estate filed final report and discharge. Jonas Loucks administrator of Samuel Groff estate filed sale report for 161.98 dollars. Adaline Rich administrator of Joh W. Rich estate filed inventory of 1578 dollars. Charles T. Green guardian of Elizabeth Weaver filed inventory of 6618.84 dollars.
Elevated trains and stations display vivid ads for a Jersey suburb. A cliff rises beside a flowing river with winding paths and cottages, yet no barrier is shown. In a subway car a passenger wrote across the image: Children fall off here.
Sheriff Manning escorted Fred Walt ers and Harry C Miller to Michigan City Prison to start terms ranging from two to fourteen years. The men reportedly gave ages of 30 instead of 29 to avoid Jeffersonville and choose Michigan City.
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