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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1901
Page
4
The Weekly Truth dated Thursday October 2 offers delivery by post in the United States or Canada for one dollar per year. The paper is published every Thursday afternoon and carries the latest foreign and vocal news and subscription information.
A lecture style piece argues that success comes from practical use of energy and disciplined thought. It warns against wasted mind if indulging in senseless follies and urges abandoning stimulants to restore brain health. It advocates turning the mind to divine influence for steadfast reform and progress.
The piece warns of a large cash balance of 190,682,283 with 101,025,903 in banks to fund bond purchases in emergencies. It argues the growing annual surplus of about 60,000,000 demands curbs via tariff reform by an expert nonpartisan commission and cautious reciprocity treaties.
Ministers seek engaging formats to draw worshippers from chalk talks to gramophone devotions. Pastor Clendenning used a full service of scriptural, devotional and musical selections via gramophone, drawing congregation interest. Authors highlight practical lectures on moral philosophy and living well as paths to health, happiness, and success.
OCR fragment mentions opportunity for all but is garbled and incomplete with unclear context and no identifiable names or events.
The text argues that brain energy powers progress and prosperity and that self discipline, abstaining from alcohol and nicotine, and striving for a better life lead to happiness, prosperity, and redemption. It urges mental prayer for assistance and compares disciplined study to athletic training to strengthen will and thought.
The piece argues against sympathy for the Czolgosz family asserting the assassination stemmed from early training and anarchist meetings at his parents home. It questions who bears responsibility for the crime and critiques lack of Christian education as a factor. It claims Emma Goldman and associated groups did not instigate the act. The true influence is said to lie in negligent influences during boyhood from lawless visitors at the family residence.
The governor cites information claiming an attempt to abduct Governor Taylor of Kentucky to face trial for Goebel’s murder. Durbin hints Kentucky would not get a fair trial and questions whether justice is being sought or politics are at play.
Governor Durbin ruled out an Indiana day at the Buffalo exposition, arguing postponement caused by misfortune should not bar Indiana representation at the Pan American. Organizers would need to redo plans, but many Indiana residents would still prefer to visit the expo.
While eulogizing McKinley, Hearst spends thousands of dollars on crepe to decorate the New York Journal, Chicago American, and San Francisco Examiner offices in memory of the martyred president.
A fragmentary account describes a Chicago girl who went to a lake with poison and was rescued to a hospital. She muttered she wished the lover would return, while noting that desertion can stir strong, contradictory feelings and contempt for an old shoe.
Yacht experts predict a tight finish as Shamrock trails Columbia by a narrow margin from last Saturday. Tomorrow's triangular race features two Jegs in the lineup with windward courses, and Shamrock aims to overturn the recent form in a decisive showdown.
The remarks note Czolgosz seems influenced as the moment approaches when he will appear before the maker. It is clear the time is brief and his resolve would require a tool harder than diamond to leave a lasting impression on his conscience about the McKinley case.
A new plow trust is formed with capital stock of 100 million dollars. It aims to squeeze farmers by forcing smaller crops or deeper pockets to fund farming implements.
The piece argues coal costs are rising fast and that public belief in a coal trust is not required. It notes that persuading people the price hike is not caused by the trust will take effort and explanation.
The writer notes Spain is placing large orders in the United States for machinery and railroad material. He argues these imports do not offset the money paid to Spain for its so called worthless islands.
The text notes English reluctance to enlist in the Boer War is due to the heavy burden of caring for many Boer prisoners reported by General Kitchener, making duty extraordinarily arduous.
The firm planning a submarine cable to the Philippines may lack nerve when requesting U S financial support Aguin aldo is expected to assist in securing help.
A historic remark notes General Hall labeling Filipino children as crazy to be educated while fathers strive to reduce the American teaching presence. The tension highlights parental resistance to foreign schooling and imperial-era control.
Sir Thomas Lipton notes expenses for the two international yacht races approach a million dollars and muses that lifting the American cup is a heavy burden.
The report notes General Kirchner’s failed imitation of Weyler and remarks he cannot kill himself by a headshot, leaving him to console himself with that thought.
A Colorado party of scientists preparing to study Mexican ruins should first inspect a local silver republican wreck in their own state, signaling a shift in priorities and potential findings near home.
Voters may crown a Republican mayor, predicting a Tammany defeat after ballots are counted. The line suggests supporters will sing well after election results are in.
Historian Maclay urged restraint until the inquiry concludes. He notes the true history of the Battle of Santiago is being written now and will emerge after the investigation.
An New York actress objects to being spanked on stage. The remark implies social norms about where a woman may be chastised. The text also notes publishers may withhold the strike losses used to buy labor leaders.
Next Monday marks Illinois Day at the Pan American event as Governor Durbin attends. Indiana Day is noted to be in his pocket as part of the schedule.
Word of a political candidate from Indianapolis named Book Walter surfaces as rumors spread about his behavior and possible indiscretions. The odd claim links toy balloons to party activities, prompting questions about credibility and context.
The piece questions if the electric chair could be an angel seat for Czolgosz while noting Senator Fairbanks' campaign for the Republican presidential nomination shows momentum.
The excerpt warns that every task has a cause and neglect breeds trouble. It urges careful study of habits and foreshadows effects on future carelessness and burden. It stresses eradicating bad habits today to seize opportunities and avoid ruin.
A prominent financier urges liberalizing national banking laws to distribute surplus capital more evenly and lower regional interest disparities. Reports show government receipts improving with a September surplus and three month totals of 142.15 million in receipts against 123.97 million in expenditures.
The People’s Gas Light and Coke company of Chicago sues the Chicago American for 500000 damages over alleged false statements about its methods of dealing with gas consumers. The case could set a precedent on a newspaper’s right to critique a powerful corporate trust and its price practices.
The article argues that true nobility is steady character under all circumstances, not rank or wealth. It asserts that a gentleman remains courteous and kind to all, regardless of money or social position.
Local item notes a quirky disagreement over fashion or a meal dispute described with humorous wording. No clear names or places are readable. The fragment suggests a minor social clash or satire rather than a major event.
A fragment notes the enormous wealth of those involved in the international yacht race, highlighting the scale of attendees and sponsors amid the event.
Professors Miller and Cogshall of Indiana University determine the population center is about ten feet north of Henry Marr’s barn in Columbus township Bartolomew County. The spot lies in the west half northeast quarter of section two, township eight north range six east. Locals plan to view the exact center as Columbus residents celebrate having a near midpoint for the county and region.
A Cherokee Iowa man C F Collier suffered a severe attack through his kidneys causing back pain and inability to sit without support. Electric Bitters brought a dramatic recovery, restoring health and relieving kidney trouble and blood impurities. Available for 50 cents at local drug stores.
Former judge Osborn returned to Goshen court after time in California. He looks younger and says he feels renewed, greeting colleagues and spectators with a smile as he resumes duties.
Terre Haute and Herbert H. Creal sue Grant Coal Company claiming 10 600 tons of coal mined from land adjoining Creal property. The suit asserts unauthorized extraction and seeks relief for the alleged trespass and damages.
An advertisement touts Mrs. Austin's Famous Wheat Food rich in phosphates and gluten. A child, Gwynneville William Addison, aged ten to twenty, was found dead in bed yesterday due to heart failure. He was the father of the Rev. Mrs. Wines, a minister of the Friends' church.
Package touts Mrs. Austin's Wheat Food as suitable for breakfast and delicious for dessert. Claims it will delight consumers with a versatile grain product and hints at a ready snack or menu option.
A claim alleges Field Marshal Kitchener will be forced to source prisoners from Africa to support reports of his repeated Boer captures.
A catalog listing many rug types and sizes with prices including Bundhar Wilton 27 by 54 at 3.50 and 9 by 12 velvet at 30.00. Axminster 8 by 3x10 at 15.06 and 9 by 12 at 16.50. All Wool Smyrna 26 by 54 at 1.25 and 30 by 60 at 1.50, plus Upholstery samples offered under price.
The piece argues for broad use of electricity to support rapid transit in London and suburbs, prioritizing a central planned network with a single management. It calls for unified fares, abolition of locomotive practice, modular train units, electric trams replacing many buses, and integration with tubular railways radiating from suburban stations.
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