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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1909
Page
8
The text traces the development of wireless signaling from 1894 with early experiments and a published book, through 1895 with Admiral Poport’s mentions, to 1896 when Marconi pursued the matter with notable persistence and success. It also briefly notes a practical demonstration involving folding a device and signaling via strap mechanism.
Reports recount Dr. Cook sending cabled updates as Eski mos and dogs carry Peary toward the pole. American scientists accept the claim, while Cook in Copenhagen hopes Peary has reached the pole and will confirm it.
London Sept 7 Reuters dispatch reports Commander Peary claims he was the first man to reach the North Pole, with a telegraph from Johns, Newfoundland.
Copenhagen reports Dr. Cook lauds Peary as brave and persevering while noting Peary's success will bolster his own claims. In New York Peary and allies push to overshadow Cook with Arctic club plans and government notice, as debates over who reached the pole first intensify.
The article asserts the pole has been discovered and credits two Americans, Cook and Peary, with reaching the North Pole. It notes the April dates for Peary and Cook and describes global controversy and public reaction, highlighting Roosevelt’s support and the simultaneous flag at the pole.
In Gentlewoman, Caruso notes that opera stars are prone to rituals. A famous diva kisses her mother goodbye before performances, while another singer keeps a Gounod gift bracelet. Both traditions comfort performers on stage across continents.
Oscar Asche and Lily Brayton travel to Australia recalling a past incident where a theater burned after a Macbeth performance. Asche tells of borrowing a distant theater and a writer’s two dress circle orders for Macbeth, which were not fulfilled due to the fire.
A fragmented OCR item references potatoes and a vine context with unclear names and places. Readable bits include terms like Atlanta and Gonsti but key actions or events are not discernible. Further text is needed for a precise card.
A late century royal tour report describes a Prussian king visiting a needle manufactory in his realm. He saw thousands of ultra fine needles and an expert bored an eye in a needle to fit a thread. Queen Victoria owned a similar miniature Trajan’s column needle from Reeditch.
A suburb resident reports an unruly youth described as a troublesome urchin with impish features. A note from a matron said her daughter was shocked by his language, and she urged authorities to intervene.
A fragmented note presents two mentions of tiresome persons labeled Wah Ney Rese Two. The readable text repeats the phrase with unclear context or attribution, offering no identifiable events, dates, or organizations.
A conversation outside a building compares the way sailors and landsmen walk. The sailor’s walk, with hands turned differently, is said to reveal his sea life, but the explanation remains uncertain and debated.
A fragmented obituary notes the death of a local figure associated with the Elks Eagles and Moen Woodmen of America. The Elk flag was half-masted in mourning. funeral services are expected Friday, with details still incomplete.
A disjointed passage recalls a person with epilepsy and nerve trouble facing unresponsive music and prelude to a planned attack. The text references Aeolian height, ear complications, and limited movement, describing a life struggle and eventual triumph over paralysis.
Daec rad Ceara TANS report notes a break in the press system and disruption to publication, with readers awaiting updates. Officials indicate ongoing repairs and resumed service planned for later today.
The Humane Society held its annual meeting at Simpson Abstract Company with officers chosen for the year including Barwick president Godfrey first vice Cannon second vice Spear third vice Bla secretary Wright treasurer Barwick official veterinary Harris official physician Zigler attorney. The finance committee was Godfrey Cannon Johnson. cruelty committees named members including Mrs Godfrey and others. auditors Schulz and Work. Miller reported the society’s work over the past year, noting continued activity and 337 communications received.
Elkhart county officials let several bridge contracts and approved two minor school loans. The county reduced the early budget by about 1,000 dollars without harming essential expenses. Attorney General Bingham advised renewing school funds every five years, with a renewal cost of 6.60 dollars.
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