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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1902
Page
4
Dr James William Kidd of Fort Wayne Indiana announces a mysterious elixir that cures all known diseases. He claims free samples sent by return mail prove its power, citing cures of rheumatism neuralgia headaches paralysis and many other ailments with instant system purification and restored nerve and blood health. He urges sufferers to state their disease and receive the remedy at no cost.
A reflection urging every person to seek a meaningful purpose. It contrasts wasted time and money with building health, stability, and duty to family, and argues immortality requires upright, sober conduct in this life. It warns against fraud, drunkenness, and dishonesty as incompatible with future salvation.
In Chicago yesterday General Booth, veteran organizer of the Salvation Army, suggested his work nears completion and that the army will soon be run by a new commander. The religious world and the Salvation Army would suffer a profound loss if he resigns his headship.
The passage extols General William Booth as a foremost benefactor of the human race. It lauds his organization with thousands of homes and asylums and credits his brain for turning ideas into successful action in advancing the Army’s work.
Washington reports Cuba rejected the Hay Quesada reciprocity treaty and Germany and France push to block any U S Cuba trade pact. Cuba sources show heavy imports from Germany and France with limited U S dealings. The piece notes Cuban sentiment and questions annexation fears influencing trade alignments.
William E. Curtis notes Supreme Court justices unanimously agree no judge should engage in partisan politics or public discussions of measures and men. The columnist argues such conduct impairs dignity, influence, and public confidence in the bench and its impartiality.
Alarm spreads as J Pierpont Morgan's illness raises fears of a collapse in his vast corporate trusts. Markets falter with talk of watered stock, investor ruin, and a shaken financial system reliant on the mogul's health.
Wisconsin congressman predicts an immediate extra session after adjournment to revise tariff schedules and pass anti trust laws. He also urges a permanent non partisan tariff commission to provide ongoing tariff revisions and wage cost insights to protect American industry.
The passage argues that life’s progress and lasting happiness come not from physical beauty or wit but from a bright, balanced mind and a kind, unselfish, upright character. It stresses affability, selflessness, and humility as key to genuine respect and friendships.
Editorial critiques President Baer and coal operators for intemperate replies to Mine Workers association led by John Mitchell. It questions whether the strike commission’s verdict will be accepted by either side and notes railroad presidents’ warnings on recognition.
The article notes Congressman Grosvenor of Ohio doubts tariff revision chances this session as trusts oppose changes and Congress resists a tariff commission. It predicts a busy session filled with speeches and political boasting over reform proposals despite limited prospects.
The piece argues against Joseph G Cannon for speaker and urges backing Brown. It extols Brown as the conqueror of the 13th district and compares him favorably to Cannon, praising Brown as a political and moral ideal and promising continued support despite Brick’s prior election.
Short fragment advertises Shake Into Your Shoes Allens Foot-Ease powder claiming to cure painful smarting nervous feet and ingrown nails and instantly relieves corns and toe aches.
A New York dentist cites a New York Times quote noting Americans, especially Southerners, seek dental care promptly, preserving more teeth than English and Irish people who neglect their molars for years, while he claims Americans lead in dental preservation.
Na verre found Gluck in his library in shirt sleeves, face flushed and shouting as he finished the Dance of the Scrythians. The scene preceded the final rehearsals for Iphigenia, Armi da, and Aleceste, with champagne on the piano and intense work in progress.
A stranger recalls seeing blind men employed as shampooers in Japan. Some are prosperous with their own shops and patrons travel to them for treatment, while others roam from house to house or guide customers with a whistle. The piece notes historical roles including blind doctors.
In Japan native builders mix mortar in street piles and form six pound balls tossed to a ladder man who catches and passes them to a roof worker. The method appears playful to onlookers and would fail for skyscrapers.
A historical note states water or sap rises from roots to leaves through sapwood cavities while heartwood and bark have other roles. It admits the ascent is only partly understood and no theory to date has withstood experimental testing.
A foundry visitor asks to cast shadows and is told casting iron is the business. He is refused and removed from the premises, as the proprietor confirms they cast iron objects. The exchange ends with the youth being cast out.
Dialogue excerpt shows Jahney and Reginald debating a name. one offers lending theirs while noting differ ent spelling and a witty exchange about each head’s cleverness. The playful tone hints at social character study.
A Washington Times ditty notes that many men spend one third of life trying to change the world another third learning to live in it and the final third explaining how it used to be. The quip reflects on progress, adaptability, and nostalgia.
The piece argues that labor unions should incorporate to gain legal status, accountability for contracts, and protection from lawsuits by employers. It cites Samuel Gompers and the AFL as advocating incorporation to align unions with standard business enterprises and ensure their continued progress for wage earners.
A brief notice highlights a quick breakfast option using Mrs. Austins Pancake Flour. The item suggests an easy batter base and a neat morning routine.
Shafer and Schulz advertise they have two pig stores and can supply your wants in the furnishing goods line. The note mentions addresses 18 20.
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