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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1900

Page

7

Nineteenth Meeting of Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan Homeopaths

The nineteenth semi annual gathering convened in the city hall council chamber with Dr. W H Thomas presiding. Members from Goshen South Bend White Pigeon Elkhart and Chicago discussed credentials reports and dues and elected new members. The president gave an annual address and committees were appointed for credentials publication and bureaus. The next meeting was scheduled for Elkhart on the first Tuesday in April 1901.

Indiana Southern Michigan Homoeopathic Medical Association W. H. Thomas W.W. A. Whippy W. B M. K. Kreider Goshen Julia D. Godfrey Catherine H. Frank Martha V. Thomas South Bend T. C. Buskirk White Pigeon Materia Medica C.H. Frank C. D. Goodrich M. G. Collins E. Mather Birmingham Michigan J. D. Godfrey J. M. Byler W. A. Whippy J. C. Huntsinger R. H. Calvert

Ontario druggist praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy

In a winter incident a Ontario New York druggist recounts recommending Chamberlain's Cough Remedy when a customer asked for a cough medicine not in stock. The grateful customer returned with a friend and urged purchase, boosting the remedy's reputation and sales. It is sold by A. O. Rowe, local druggist.

C. R. Grandin Ontario N. Y A. O. Rowe

Farmer Ruben Aylesworth Jailed Over Hog Dispute

Ruben Aylesworth a farmer near Interlaken is jailed on an assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder charge after a hog quarrel with a neighbor. He brandished a beetle a double edged axe and a revolver during the heated discussion.

Ruben Aylesworth Interlaken Aylesworth

Jell-O Debut Dessert Pleases Family At Grocers

Jell-O presents a new dessert available in four flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry at your grocers priced 10 cents. Try it today.

The Turn of Life and Mrs Johnson’s Change of Life Tale

The article promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy for the change of life in women. It features letters from Mrs. Charlotte Johnson of Monclova Ohio describing relief from womb ulcers, back pain, flooding, and fatigue after using the medicine. The piece cites multiple testimonials and claims widespread success, urging others to seek Mrs. Pinkham’s advice.

Lydia E. Pinkham Charlotte Johnson Monclova Ohio Q Ohio Mrs. Pinkham

Township Trustee Ollie Sweitzer Slips Into Heart Trouble

Township official Ollie Sweitzer suffered a heart trouble attack last night after work at his office and returning home on South Main street. Dr. Baumgartner attended him. he was considered out of danger after a long treatment and was markedly improved the following morning.

Ollie Sweitzer Sweitzer South Main Street Dr. Baumgartner

One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Cough Relief

An advertisement from Houseworth Bros touts One Minute Cough Cure as the only harmless remedy with immediate results for coughs colds croup and throat and lung troubles it claims to prevent consumption and to pervade feelings of safety in the household.

Houseworth Bros

Robbery at Nappanee Thief Takes Express Package

A sneak thief took an express package containing $50 from the Express Agent Whiteman in Nappanee on Tuesday. The package vanished just before train time while being prepared for shipment. Company detectives are pursuing the case and arrests are expected.

Book of Express Whiteman Nappanee

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Skin Relief

An advertisement for DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve proclaims it heals burns stops pain cures eczema skin diseases wounds and piles. It warns buyers to avoid counterfeits and to purchase the original product from Houseworth Bros.

DeWitt Houseworth Bros

Automobile Tourists From Chicago Visit Elkhart

W. L. Hibbard and J. T. Gibbs arrived from Chicago by auto and stayed several hours in Elkhart before continuing to Coldwater and Detroit. They traveled about 25 miles per hour and drew attention with a unique automobile during their city visit.

W. L. Hibbard J. T. Gibbs Chicago Coldwater Detroit Elkhart

Firebed arson case linked to Moscow store blaze

Henry and Will Marvin of Lewanee county are jailed in Hillsdale on January 21 for firing Charles Hewitt’s Moscow store. The store burned with full insurance. Hewitt allegedly hired them and remains at large. The LIVERITA pills are sold in Elkhart by C. H. Leonard and E. B. Felt.

Elkhart Ind C. H. Leonard E. B. Felt Dan Henry Will Marvin Lewanee County Hillsdale Charles Hewitt Moscow Hewitt Marvins

No substitute for Foley’s Honey and Tar says user

A user asserts there is no equal substitute for Foley’s Honey and Tar and warns against recommendations claiming parity for colds coughs croup lagrippe and related ailments. The remark emphasizes trust in the familiar remedy.

Fort Wayne man Charles Hobbs charged with assault

Charles Hobbs of Fort Wayne is arrested on a charge of criminal assault. This marks his fourth arrest on this charge. Records show a 10 year old reformatory sentence followed by transfer to a home for the feeble minded.

Charles Hobbs Fort Wayne Reformatory

Chamberlains Pain Balm Sold By Local Drugstore

For sprains swellings and lameness there is nothing so good as Chamberlains Pain Balm. Try it. For sale by A. O. Rowe, druggist.

Chamberlain A. O. Rowe

Beardsley Becomes Bride Helen Maud Brown Weds Hubble Beardsley

Friday wedding at the Reitze home in Fort Wayne united Miss Helen Maud Brown of Minneapolis and Elkhart attorney Hubble Beardsley. Reverend D W Moffat officiated with Leila Kelley playing Lohengrin. The couple plans to live in Elkhart after December first.

Beardsley-Brown Fort Wayne Lohengrin Leila Kelley Ann Arbor Philadelphia Elkhart Ind

A Case of Salt Rheum and Scald Head Cured

A notice from Windsor Ohio dated January 10 1900 reports recovery from salt rheum and scald head after using Compound of Seven Cures. A testimony from TS Brown details eight bottles for a bad case and six for a child with hair regrowth. Dr C D Warner listed at 198 Windsor Ave.

Windsor, Osr Windsor Ave C. D. Warner Tsbrown

Real Estate Transfers Including Multiple Indiana Lots

Transfers listed show numerous parcels across Nappanee Locke Osolo Concord Middlebury Elkhart and Elkhart County. Buyers include Catherine Alverson Eliza Beth Wilson A J Kurtz Ephraim Long Magdalena Moyer John W Griner George E Compton Eliza A Benham and John D Coppes with prices from 30 to 51 500.

Isaac A. Alverson Catherine Alverson Bristol Daniel E. Beverstein Joel J. Yoder Nappanee Josephus Neff Elizabeth J. Wilson Benjamin Gray Locke C. O. Wood A. J. Kurtz Osolo Ephriam Long Melnette Miller Magdalena Moyer Concord Simon Griner John W. Griner Middlebury James H. Hitchcock George E. Compton Elkhart Edward Mulcahy Martha Hively Eliza A. Benham S. D. Coppes John D Frank Coppes

Fordville editor touts Foley's Honey Cure remedy

A postscript in the Fordville Kentucky Miscellaneous item cites the editor's claim of being cured of kidney trouble after using Foley's Honey Cure. Houseworth Bros.

Fordville, Ky Foley Houseworth Bros

Will Invite the Boers to Kankakee Valley Colonies

Kankakee land owners plan to send an agent to South Africa and Holland to promote Boer colonies in LaPorte Lake Porter and Starke counties. Valley lands suit cattle and corn farming, and promoters began efforts during the Boer War with optimism for success.

Kankakee South Africa Holland LaPorte, Lake, Porter Starke Kankakee Valley

Letter from Charles Curry praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin

A Illinois man recounts months of illness and failed treatments before Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin restored his health. He gained 25 pounds and credits the remedy for his recovery, noting it is sold by Thomas Drug Store.

Negoa Ill Pepsin Syrup Co Monticello Dr. Caldwell Charles Curry Thomas Drug Store

Indendent window glass firms sign 5 percent scale

Independent window glass manufacturers have signed a 5 percent advance scale, while the trust lags. The ad urges readers not to fear heart trouble from indigestion, promoting Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a complete digester of all foods and a rest for the stomach. Houseworth Bros.

Diamond Drug CO W. B’way Houseworth Bros

James Smith Hurt in Fall From Cellar Door Trap

James Smith of West Jackson street fell down the cellar stairway at his home. The trap door was left open and a dark room prevented him from seeing the danger. He sustained a painful bruise to his arm and shoulder but his injuries are not considered serious.

James Smith West Jackson Street Mr. Smith

Foleys Kidney Cure Promises to Prevent Brights Disease

High living and intemperance can lead to Brights Disease. Foley's Kidney Cure claims to prevent Brights Disease and other kidney or bladder disorders if taken in time.

Bright Foley Houseworth Bros

Supreme Court Rules Wife Shares In Husband Land Exchange

In Baldwin v Heil the court held a wife is entitled to one third of her husband’s land against general creditors. If the husband exchanges heavily mortgaged property for land of lesser value and has the new land deeded to his wife, creditors cannot challenge the transfer so long as the wife’s stake does not exceed her prior interest. Heil swapped a mortgaged Cass county farm for Kentland lots and $1.00, with deeds to Heil, Baldwin, and another creditor.

Supreme Court Daniel P. Baldwin Daniel Heil Heil Cass County Kentland Hirs Baldwin

Fair and Beautiful Faces Impure blood cure promise

Advertisement claims Dr War ner's Compound of Seven Cures can renew blood, smooth rough skin, and make it fair, warning impure blood causes pimples and blemishes. The tone imitates a patent medicine pitch urging use for cosmetic improvement.

Cement plant rail sidetrack project advances

Lake Shore surveyors and Monolith Cement engineer Carmon mapped the route for a side track to serve the cement company. Upon approval, the track will be laid. The dam above the old mill was repaired, the race cleared, and discharge gates arranged. Mill building repairs and electricity generating equipment for lighting are planned. Company offices move to new quarters near the old mill. Building work will start once the sidetrack is ready and machinery is on order for installation.

Lake Shore Ry Carmon Monolith Cement Company Bristol Banner Lake Shore Company

Foley's Kidney Cure in Kidney and Bladder Health Claim

The text warns readers against claims of unknown herbs or roots as cures for kidney and bladder troubles. It asserts Foley's Kidney Cure contains remedies recognized by skilled physicians as best for these complaints.

Celery King Bright Jennie Reichard Springtown Foley

New Railway Planned Connecting Goshen and La Grange

Subsidies have been voted and a LaGrange election next Monday is expected to approve a subsidy. A contract is anticipated soon and construction material will be purchased promptly. The lines include Goshen Angola Orland and La Grange tied by the electric line when revived.

Goshen Angola Orland LaGrange

DaWitts Little Barley Risers Highlight Promptness

House worth Bros. promotes DaWitt's Little Barley Risers as the top choice for promptness certainty and efficiency.

DaWitt Houseworth Bros

Emerson to Leave Elkhart for Georgia Machine Shop

S Emerson will depart next week to Georgia to assume charge of a machine shop after disposing of his grocery stock. He is an longtime Elkhart resident and is wished well by many friends who regret his departure.

Georgia. Co S. Emerson Georgia Emerson Elkhart

New Discovery for Blood Poisoning and Cancer Remedy

Dr. C. D. Warners Compound of Seven Cures touted as a great cancer remedy and treatment for skin and blood diseases from contact and hereditary causes. Methodist clergymen in St. Joseph discuss wholesale marriages and a proposed law to restrict the practice, with presiding elders expected to face little opposition.

C. D. Warner St. Joseph

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Agustus Ruggles Greater New York Medical Association Penn Peffer Peffee Medical Ass'n Rushton’s Drugs Ore Major’s Rubber Major’s Ree Leahon Major Cement CO New York City Vandalia Line NOR Terre Haute Logansport Leavy E M. Wheeler T. P. Agawen Thana Maute E. A. Ford St Louis Chez.p W. B. Vanderlip Main Kiands Century Club Londres Indiana Tigers Old St. Joe Dom Pedro Bowles Main St The Homeopathic Society National City Bank of Suyan Bright's Bristol’s Cement Plant
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