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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1901

Page

7

Baptist convention closes in Indiana with reforms debated

Franklin Indiana report details the Baptist state convention closing last night with praise for its success. Ministers spoke on pastoral reform and decorum, while committees announced yearly boards for missions education and publication. A McKinley assassination reference and prison Sunday were noted in resolutions.

Franklin Ind Baptist State ‘Convention T. A. Childs Ogle Villers Foreign Missions W. C. Taylor Indianapolis C. W. Chadwick Bedford L. C. Probert Petersburg O. H. McKay Lafayette C. M. Carter Muncie J. N. Field Ft. Wayne E. C. J. Dickens Burney F. W. Lounsberry Chicago Home Missions J. P. Henson Covington C. A. Marshall Michigantown C. F. Dame Lawrenceburg S. L. Roberts Southport Marion N. C. Smith Princeton Clem Ricketts Pickard H. H. Dill Aurora State Board of Education A. L. Johnson N. Carr W. T.scott G. F. McFadden Bluffton E. &. York Burnettsville Wallace St. John D. M. Parry A. ¥. Thurston Shelbyville Ministerial Aid Society W. P. Pearce Goshen R. A. Fuson Brownsburg Noah Harper T.A. Aspy Rockport J. G. Tedford Vevay H. P. Fudge Greenwood R. B. Layton Bultonville Sunday School Board Peru Roy Hathaway C. S. Letser H. H. Hulton E. Clough Bloomington O. A. Cook Lebanon A. D. Berry Fiola Allen Woman’s Managing Committee John Hubbard Evansville Mesdames William Johnson Addison Parker Richmond Milton Shirk C.M. Carter Woman’s Home Missions R. O. Hawkins H. Cooper R. D. Moore George Moore LaPorte J. O. Ward Alss Thurston Shelby

Evansville Policeman Plans Visit to Marion Soldiers Home

Evansville veteran police officer William Wilson, 19 years on the force, plans to enter the Marion soldiers' home. He recalls Civil War service in Virginia and once aimed at General Robert E. Lee on picket duty but withdrew, saying he would not shoot a man who believed he was right.

Evansville William Wilson Marion Virginia Robert H. Lee Wilson General Lee

Respected citizen seeks treatment. spends on travel

An obituary note says a respected citizen traveled to the city for treatment of stomach trouble. It contrasts the rail fare with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, sold at 50c and 1.00 dollars by Thomas' and Rushton's drug stores.

Dr. Caldwell Thomas Rushton

Prosecuting Attorney Fights Southern Railway Scheduling

Jasper-Leo H. Fisher files 602 paragraph complaint against Southern Railway Company for failing to schedule train arrivals and departures at county stations. Claims fines and penalties totaling 15030 dollars.

Jasper Leo H. Fisher Southern Railway Company

DeWitt's Little Early Risers Health Remedy Endorsed

A brief 19th century advertisement touts DeWitt’s Little Early Risers by Houseworth Bros as a safe prompt and gentle purgative for liver and bowel purities. It emphasizes small, easy doses with no griping.

DeWitt Houseworth Bros

Robbery Near Independence Ends With Suspicious Ride Home

Attica Marv in Henry, a young man, was robbed by three men in a covered bridge while driving home near Independence. They tied his hands and feet, strapped him to the buggy seat, then started the horse and left him bound in a risky position as he rode home.

Attica Marvin Henry Independenece

Backache Dangers and Foley's Kidney Cure Claim

Warns that persistent backache indicates kidney trouble and can lead to Bright's disease or diabetes. Claims Foley's Kidney Cure from Rushton's drug store restores kidney health.

Bright Foley Rushton

Deputy Fish Commissioner Seizes Nets From Local Citizens

Covington J H Simpson newly appointed deputy fish commissioner has confiscated nineteen seines and one fish net from well known citizens who did not destroy the property after the new law took effect.

Covington J. H. Simpson

Chamberlains Cough Remedy Promises Sleep Aid

When sleeplessness comes from coughing, Chamberlains Cough Remedy is recommended to ease throat irritation and aid rest. Available at Houseworth Bros. drug stores.

Houseworth Bros

Whitley County Sends Back Longtime Swiss Beneficiary

Whitley County appropriated 70 dollars to repatriate a Swiss dependent who has received county support for 25 years. The paper note indicates the beneficiary originated in Switzerland and will be sent back to Europe.

Wabash Whitley County Europe Switzerland

Your One Minute Cough Cure Praised By Druggist

W. T. Wesson of Gholsonville Virginia endorses Your One Minute Cough Cure. He states customers report perfect satisfaction and call it the best remedy for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. Houseworth Bros.

W. T. Wesson Gholsonville Houseworth Bros

Montgorie County Citizen Fatally Injured in Gravel Pit

Crawfordsville resident Peter Cowan, a long time Montgorie county figure, was fatally injured Saturday when a gravel pit bank caved in. He was caught and crushed against wagon wheels, suffering a severe chest injury.

Crawfordsville Peter Cowan Montgorey County Cowan

Foley's Honey and Tar Breedette Neo onistas

Kokomo H M Cooper deputy clerk recently had an operation for appendicitis and is slowly recuperating. When appetite fails and digestion feels dull a dose of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets may help, price 25 cents with free samples at Houseworth Bros drug stores.

Foley’s Neo Onistas Kokomo H.* M. Cooper Chamberlain Houseworth Bros

Reverend Shouse Stays Despite Resignation Requests

The Rev. E. G. Shouse of the Kokomo Baptist church declines to resign, saying the Lord called him there and he will stay until called away. He once ran as a prohibition candidate for governor and drew criticism after attacking the army canteen and urging impeachment of President McKinley.

Kokomo E. G. Shouse Baptist Church McKinley

Centerville Clerk Credits Cure For Cholera Morbus

M Lowther district court clerk of Centerville Iowa endured three days of cholera morbus after cucumbers. He found relief after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, three doses of which cured him. The remedy is sold at Houseworth Bros drug stores.

Lowther the District Court Centerville Iowa Chamberlain Houseworth Bros

Indianapolis youths plead guilty to obstructing railroad tracks

Kokomo Scott and Charley Henderson pleaded guilty to placing ties on Lake Erie and Western tracks with sentence withheld. They claimed no intent to injure trains but wanted to see engines bounce on the rails.

Kokomo—Scott Charley Henderson Lake Erie & Western

De Witt’s Little Early Risers Endorsement from Goshen Resident

Goshen Indiana resident Lewis Ockerman praises De Witt’s Little Early Risers as thorough and gentle, saying they never bend him and make him feel renewed like a boy. Houseworth Bros. distributes.

Lewis Ockerman Goshen Ind de Witt Houseworth Bros

Boiler Pipe Burst Scalds Workers at Howe Factory

A boiler connection failed yesterday afternoon at the Howe factory plant. Steam scalded engineer A B Ulrich and seriously injured fireman Joseph Kile and W H Folger from the Columbus filtering plant.

Peru Howe A. B. Ulrich Joseph Kile W. H. Folger Columbus

Boy cured by Foley's Honey and Tar at Rushton's drug

Chas R Wessmar of Evanston NL reports his son aged 214 years suffered a severe cold that resisted all treatments until Foley's Honey and Tar was used. The boy recovered after one bottle.

Chas. R. Wessmar Evanston, NL Foley S. Rushton

Cass township commissioner injured in dispute with neighbor

Sullivan-Wiley Gambill of Cass township, a county commissioner, was struck over the head with a neck yoke during a dispute with neighbor Pegg. He remains in alarming condition and not likely to recover.

Sullivan—Wiley Gambill Cass Township Pegg

Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promises Restful Digestion

Houseworth Bros. promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a stomach relief that digests food for complete rest, allowing enjoyment of all foods without dieting and providing instant relief from postmeal distress.

Houseworth Bros

Bond Bequest Delayed in Bolton Clark Contest Appeal

The bond of William Clark, treasurer elect, for $50,000 was presented yesterday afternoon but delayed in acceptance due to the Bolton Clark contest. Bolton has appealed the decision to the Supreme Court.

Terre Haute William Clark Bolton-Clark Bolton Supreme Court

Mrs T Briddleman Cured After Two Banner Salve Applications

Mrs T Briddleman of Parsall ville Mich faced salt rheum for thirteen years and tried many doctors. After two applications of Banner Salve her hands improved and she was soon cured. Beware of substitutes Rush ton's drug store.

Terre Haute switch man Cruse dies after city debut

Terre Haute reports the death of Thomas Cruse of Jacksonville Illinois a switch man killed by a car after arriving in the city ten days earlier.

Terre Haute Thomas Cruse Jacksonville Ill

Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Released

A new remedy for biliousness is on sale at Houseworth Bros. drug stores. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets promise quick relief and preventive action if taken at first signs of illness. Price 25 cents per box. Free samples available.

Houseworth Bros

Mine Worker Walter Murphy Killed by Falling Slate

Terre Haute reports Walter Murphy, employed in a Mecca mine, was fatally crushed when slate fell. The accident highlights dangerous conditions at the mine and prompts safety concern.

Terre Haute Walter Murphy Mecca

Dean’s Kidney Pills Promoted With Family Testimony

A long testimonial from C. S. Emerson praises Dean’s Kidney Pills for curing a child’s nocturnal bed wetting and kidney pains. The piece includes dealer locations, price, and endorsements urging parents to buy, noting school tablet shortages and tablet usage by students.

Hating wrecked near Jervis Island with 175 Klondike passengers safe

The steamer Hating, sister ship to the Islander, ran aground at Jervis Island forty nine miles north of Vancouver at 2 p m. A large hole in the hull was found and the stern sits seven feet underwater. All 175 passengers were landed on Lasqueti Island as the ship faces total loss.

Pectors Vancouver B. C Hating Islander Jervis Island Lasquetti Island

Boiler Explosion Kills Four in Clifton Plant

An explosion at the Detroit Copper company smelting plant in Clifton Arizona killed four men: W. W. Horgan and F. A. Adams firemen, Harry Davidson converter engineer, and Jose Antiveras engine helper. Several others were injured. Investigation shows water supply lines ran low and unheated water fed into hot flues.

Clifton, Ariz Detroit Copper Company W. W. Horgan F .A. Adams Harry Davidson Jose Antiveras

Congressman J M Robinson Illed by Malignant Typhoid

Indiana Fort Wayne October 14 Congressman J M Robinson lies in critical condition after medical consultation. Doctors L P Drayer and M F Porter report malignant typhoid fever likely tied to travel during his campaign for a fourth term.

Indiana Fort Wayne Ind L. P. Drayer M. F. Porter J.M. Robinson Robinson Congress

Loss Drives Him to Death at University Place Lincoln

Oliver C. Sands aged 50 killed himself at his University Place home by hanging after a recent financial loss in what proved to be swindling investments. Sands had long worked in banking in Missouri and Nebraska and was formerly cashier of a local bank. A brother, Judge Sands, resides in Kirksville Missouri, and a sister in Elliston Illinois.

Lincoln Neb Oliver C. Sands University Place Sands Missouri Nebraska Judge Sands Kirksville Elliston Ill

Indict Anarchist Prophet in President McKinley Plot

Antonio Maggio an anarchist once arrested at Silver City for predicting McKinley’s assassination was indicted by the federal grand jury on conspiracy to kill the president. Bail set at $2,000.

Albuquerque N. M Antonio Maggio Silver City McKinley Federal Grand Jury

Brown Prep Quarterback Dies From Game Injuries

Edwin Longenecker 21, quarterback for Brown Preparatory School in Philadelphia, died in hospital from injuries sustained last Tuesday when he was thrown during a game and fractured his spinal column.

Philadelphia Edwin Longenecker Brown Preparatory School Longenecker

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