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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1903
Page
5
Topeka Kansas October 20 Judge C W Smith set a precedent by adjourning court to let farmers save crops. He presides over a district in northwest Kansas corn and wheat belt and said saving a year’s earnings is more important than adjudicating petty suits. He will not pull farmers from harvest to serve on juries.
Springfield Ill Oct 20 Governor Yates appoints delegates to represent Illinois at the Interstate Mississippi River Improvement and Levee association convention in New Orleans starting Oct 27. Named are T C Lutz Frank Wenter Lewis B Boswell Henry C Hamilton S E Hewes George L Parker B F Sheets Rector C Hitt Lyman Lacey J W Kirk George Parsons A C Matthews Mayor W T Dowdall James W Gullett.
Thornton Wheeler, 30, of Auburn Illinois, died at home from injuries suffered in a University of Wisconsin football game years ago. He was a drug businessman after leaving school and was brother to Dr J A Wheeler, Sangamon county representative in the last two general assemblies.
D. W. Frazier of Greensburg and his ex wife Amanda Frazier, met by chance in Vincennes and chose to forget the past. They remarried by Justice Baecher and returned together to Greensburg.
An Elgin Joliet and Eastern passenger train between Joliet and Aurora derailed near Plainfield. Coaches overturned and several passengers injured. Brakeman Patrick Malloy died from injuries sustained in the accident.
The piece discusses recovery after grip fever describing weakness and a run down nervous system. It advises two actions to restore strength to the body and vitality.
Joseph L. Bristow, heading the postal scandal investigation, completes a report to the postmaster general. It credits Payne for starting the inquiry, criticizes Beavers and Machen, urges abolition of the general superintendent of free delivery, and praises inspectors while outlining possible handling of confidential evidence and indictments. The report also discusses Wynne’s role and the Washington post office findings.
John Philip Sousa the bandmaster was thrown from a horse in Washington. He struck his head and hip and was unconscious for a few minutes but not seriously harmed. A physician says he should be able to resume duties within a week.
A notice reports the disappearance of a minister named Ww T Allen on October 21. Authorities seek information from the public as part of the ongoing missing person case.
Market analysis notes railroad securities remain strong despite overall weakness. Better-class rail stocks are attractively priced, with good physical and financial health, ample earnings margins, and potential for gradual market absorption as conditions normalize. Industrials face uncertainty, with heavy liquidation and high costs cited as drag on recovery.
The report notes steady taking of initiative amid mixed losses and a not unfavourable money situation. Time money rates are expected to stay firm until after January disbursements with occasional temporary stringency. overall the financial outlook is better than several months ago.
Franklin street paving stalls awaiting brick delivery from Metropolitan Brick Co. Canton. Elkhart Construction Co. must pay about $2,000 in cash before shipment. Letter confirms brick cannot be released despite deadline of October 15, which was yesterday.
Friends of William Golden seek a temporary restraining influence on his business. The circuit court received a petition this morning for guardianship with Golden ordered to appear Oct. 19 for examination. New 3 cent lunch room opening in Elkhart by Toledo operator D M Kable with South Bend manager Thomas Sweatland.
The ribwork of the Hen Island dam at Twin Branches is finished and full completion is expected early in December. Construction progresses while favorable weather aids the project.
Dowie and the Zion host reached New York with several hundred followers greeting the train at the depot. He rests at the Plaza while adherents go to Madison Square Garden for meals and a later audience with reporters. He proclaims himself Elijah II and speaks of divine command and Chicago.
Jim Little Plume a Blackfoot Indian confessed to killing seven members of his tribe on the Blackfoot reservation. One victim was his wife. He said his plan was to kill fourteen more but a cartridge jammed his rifle. To allay suspicion he slit his throat and wrist. Leavenworth inmates mutineers were found.
Fragmentary text notes the crew of a boat captured by pirates and confined in the vessel’s hold. No further details on location, dates, or identities are readable.
Cincinnati reporting attorney Johns and ex Assistant Attorney General Miller faced cross-examination over allegations of soliciting a bribe from Turf Commissioner Ryan. Johns continued to deny any complicity, challenging yesterday’s claims.
Ann Arbor authorities report Prof. Jonathan Talf longtime dean of the University of Michigan dental department died at midnight from apoplexy.
Tom Hall, a black man who shot and killed a white boy at Kevil last Sunday, was taken from Wickliffe jail this morning and lynched. The incident follows the death in Kentucky of the victim, prompting swift vigilante action.
City council at a special meeting adopted a resolution by Mr. Skinner directing Elkhart Electric Co poles on Elkhart avenue between Jackson street and the dam be removed within ten days. Poles may be moved to Howland avenue to Jackson street and from there to Jackson and Elkhart junction. If not removed, the street commissioner will act. Several members abstained or were absent.
An treatment promises permanent relief from morphine cocaine laudanum opium and other drug habits without detaining patients from work. Described as immediate relief and restored sleep appetite and nervous function with individual care from a nerve specialist. Free trial treatment and a free book with references and terms are offered by Manhattan Therapeutic Assoc Dept B 1135 Broadway New York City.
In Ottawa on October 21 the national transcontinental railway bill passed the Senate on its third reading. The plan creates a new line from the Atlantic to the Pacific through northern agricultural districts. It would run parallel to the Canadian Pacific, but weit would lie far north, opening practically new territory.
Miss Mabel Manning and Mr. Philip Roush wed at the bride’s parents’ home on Wednesday evening. Frank Cauffman returns from Chicago to visit family. Sam Shoup and daughter Gertie conclude three weeks here and depart for Garrett, Indiana.
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a life saved by Electric Bitters after being given up by doctors. He describes severe illness and rapid recovery following three weeks of use, stating the tonic “robbed the grave” of another victim and endorsing the 50 cent remedy at Houseworth Bros. drug store.
President Roosevelt commutes the sentences of Marion Marshall Cyrus Raines and Burton Harper, coal miners convicted of resisting a U S deputy marshal in West Virginia. Their June 11, 1903 sentences were eight months for Marshall and Harper and five months for Raines in Raleigh county jail.
In Leesville Indiana W H Brown near death was saved by Dr Kins New Discovery for Consumption he credits immediate relief and a cure for asthma and lung troubles. The remedy treats consumption pneumonia bronchitis and grip with prices 50c and 1.00 and trial bottles free from Houseworth Bros. druggists.
Birmingham Alabama October 21 50 000 union workers urged to contribute ten cents each to a fund to challenge the anti boycott law as a special committee tests its enforcement.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen’s Amnica Salve as the best remedy for burns, sores, bruises, cuts, boils, ulcers, skin eruptions, and piles. Sold for 25 cents by Houseworth Bros., Druggists, with a satisfaction guarantee.
Police in Cincinnati arrest Circilo Ponsal a Filipino youth wanted for reform school placement but face uncertainty over final disposition.
M M Austin of Winchester Indiana faced his wife’s stomach and liver trouble and found relief with Dr King's New Life Pills. The remedy worked quickly and she was eventually cured. Available for 25 cents at Houseworth Bros drugstore.
Augusta Ga October 21 Judge William T Gray opposes a state law that permits a Negro to be a beneficiary of the school tax money.
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