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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1900
Page
6
Lake Shore officials report an Elkhart bound car from Chicago was broken into near the city, with slippers, underwear, aprons, Acorn brand items and seven small gold stocks missing. Detectives and local police work the case as a second such break in weeks, aiming to catch the thieves.
Reports from the county seat say General E R Niles now living in Miles Indiana faces a pension dispute. The issue centers on delays and alleged improper handling of documents and payments with a claimed $810 payment. Twiford previously paid for papers then complained to the pension department amid disbarment speculation.
Postmaster General Smith urges congress to abolish all fourth class post offices and star route service. He recommends nationwide rural free delivery and a 34 million dollar appropriation to maintain the service.
Daniel J. Miller and wife transfer property to Cornelius Hogoenboom and wife in Goshen for 25 dollars. Samuel Whitehead and wife convey to Earl R. Whitehead in Goshen for 50 dollars. Lizzie E. Mast and husband sell to Isaac W. Short a lot in Elkhart for 500 dollars. Jacob Strauss and wife transfer land in Elkhart to S. P. Wilden and wife for 1 dollar.
Last night Mrs. Wm. LaBar heard a loud noise above and three thuds on the roof. Three copper colored pieces, the largest over a pound, were found this morning, heated and unusual in size. She will keep and study the samples as meteor displays were forecast for November and December and in years 1898 to 1900.
From Saturday's Daily a Lake Shore line engine pulling the fourth 60 between Wauseon and Delta derailed several cars and blocked the track for hours. The wrecking crew cleared the scene with no serious damage or injuries. In other news James Donner seeks divorce claiming cruel and inhuman treatment after a June marriage to Ivy Donner.
The One hundredth Indiana Regimental association plans a reunion at Angels today, gathering veterans and descendants for a commemorative gathering and ceremony.
Warrants charging Edward Williams Jonas Mechling M A Elliott and Mrs Reed were served yesterday afternoon. They appeared before Judge Blake at 5 PM and the case was continued until Monday. John Shigley claims a building was moved from his farm about a mile and a half southwest of the city despite a restraining order.
Henry Miller aged 1 years died at 6 am yesterday at the home of his son in law A Strohm Goshen from neuralgia of the heart. He died seated after rising from bed. a pioneer Union township settler born in Montgomery Ohio came to this county in 1845. His wife died years ago and he lived with his daughters. He leaves four daughters Lovina Artz Inwood Elisabeth Geyer Malinda Geyer and Sarah E Strohm.
The Goshen Democrats decide to declare the fifth ward council seat vacant after Byron B. Brothers absconded with creditors’ protection transfers. They plan to elect Adam P. Daub’s ally Danb to the position at the next city council meeting.
Coroner Eisenheiss conducted an inquest four miles south of Benton on the night of the incident. The inquiry examined the tragic death of a local child, with findings to be reported.
Farmer Abraham Holderman about 65 was thrown from his wagon on State street at 1 PM. A frightened colt caused the runaway. he lay unconscious with head and facial injuries, cared for by Drs Short and Hoppingarner. His daughter Mrs Wanger remained at his side as doctors assessed his condition.
Wakarusa residents push to lure a buggy manufacturer promising twenty five jobs. A meeting is called to discuss measures and city support for starting the factory locally.
Samuel Hughes of Waterloo Indiana was killed Thursday in Erie Pennsylvania after being struck by a Lake Shore freight while crossing the railroad tracks. Local authorities report a fatal crossing incident with the victim identified as Hughes.
Coroner Hisenbeiss responded to a telephoned report two miles south of Millersburg at 3 PM. An infant in the Linn household was found dead in bed. Early remarks suggest possible neglect. specific details were not released.
James M. Preston of LaGrange, an agent and music dealer, petitions for bankruptcy in a U S court. Liabilities amount to 2084.43 dollars with assets of 426 dollars. John W. Hannan of LaGrange filed the petition on behalf of the petitioner.
Mr and Mrs Samuel McPherson of Muncie mourn the loss of four children within a six week period due to diphtheria.
A new Greek fraternity named Beta Eta has been organized by a group of young men at Earlham College. The founders aim to establish campus social and service activities while promoting brotherhood among members.
The 1900 twelfth census records a U S population of 76 295 220 with a $6 361 391 cost of enumeration and a ten year rise of 21 percent from 63 069 756. It notes immigration totals, state gains and the United States ranking among nations, plus dramatic density comparisons and future urban scale.
Ruskin Colony residents demonstrate an ultra low cost of living with per person daily food spend under ten cents. They buy wholesale in bulk, cook in a community kitchen, and offer home cooking via company stores. Meals serve about 300 people with vegetables grown on site and cereal coffee produced by the colony.
Reported yesterday that Governor Mount may delay declaring amendments carried. Judges expressed views against reversing a Supreme Court decision, while Attorney General Taylor’s opinion, not readily available, delays action. Assistant Moores in New York handling tax case depositions.
A family question answered with a quick Jell O dessert idea. Prepare in two minutes with no baking. Just add hot water and let it set. Flavors lemon orange raspberry and strawberry. Available at grocers for 10 cents.
The morning session focused on exemplifying unwritten work and the afternoon installed the new officers led by Grand Master Thomas R. Jessup of Richmond. Key elected positions include Deputy Grand Master G P Bornwasser of New Albany and Grand Secretary W H Leedy of Indianapolis.
A two column Sunday page advertises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a stomach remedy. It claims the product aids digestion and is available at druggists or Thomas' Drug Store.
Prof. T. J. Charlton who led the Plainfield reform school for fifteen years tendered his resignation to Gov. Mount and it was accepted yesterday. The secretary to succeed him has not yet been named.
Mark Twain leaves the Hotel Earl inerton for a West Tenth street residence but a Harlington clerk notes 14 East Tenth street. Ambrose Henry owns the house and many visitors seek Twain or Clemens, while Twain jokes about reporters and his pay.
Crawfordsville Ind druggist Morgan recommends Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin calling it the best laxative he has seen. The medicine is sold by Thomas' drug store.
Ramsey T Kepner seeks a license to sell intoxicating liquors at a front room on the first floor of a three story brick building on Min Street Elkhart. The request is to be heard at the next session of the Elkhart County Board of Commissioners in Goshen on the first Monday in December 1900.
I Amil H Bierman a 21 plus year resident of Concord township Elkhar t county Indiana applies to the County Commissioners at Goshen for a license to sell spiritous vinous malt and other intoxicating liquors in quantities less than a quart with on premises drinking rights. The requested location is the ground floor of a two story building on Lot No 4 in Simonton s addition Elkhart fronting Main street and described as a room 49 feet by 20 feet in the city of Elkhart. The request is dated November 7 1900.
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