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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1903

Page

8

Damage suits compromised in Mishawaka train deaths

Two $10 000 suits by Mrs. Bowman and Mrs. Juday over the Lake Shore train death at Union crossing Mishawaka were settled for 5850 paid by the Lake Shore road. Mrs Bowman's case in South Bend ended in a hung jury with nine jurors in favor. Mrs Juday's trial was set for next Monday.

William E. Bowman Noah Juday Lake Shore Union Crossing Mishawaka Lake Shore Road Dr. Bowman Bremen Hostler Bowman South Bend Juday’s

Watchman Installed at Fatal Lake Shore Crossing

After the accident that killed Dr. Bowman and Juday on the Lake Shore road, a watchman was placed at the crossing. Before this, no watchman had been stationed there despite 12 prior deaths in the same manner. Van Fleet & Van Fleet of Elkhart represented the case.

van Fleet & van Fleet Elkhart Lake Shore Road Bowman Juday

Tax Levy Fixed by County Council for 1904

County Council sets levy at 38 1 2 cents per $100 for 1904 up from 29 1 3 cents, expected to raise about $89,000 in taxes. Adjourned at 3 to reconvene at 1 30 today for second reading of the levy.

Inventor Builds Grain Shocking Device in Indiana Farm News

An Indiana farmer demonstrated a grain shocking device attached to a self binder while receiving bundles. The report, published in the farm page, describes the new mechanism and its operation as observed by local observers.

Indianapolis sNews Chicago

New Farm Shocking Device Promises Major Efficiency

A steel shocker for binders, weighing about 400 pounds and seven feet wider, can automate the number of shocks and handle any grain type. Tested by machine men nationwide, several Chicago firms consider manufacturing it for next season with plans for ten thousand units.

Chicago Doering

Boundary Commission Session On Pacific Access Issue

English Attorney General Findlay opened proceedings representing England and declared the present boundary line was drawn in ostentatious defiance of the treaty of 1825. The territory’s value and Pacific access were central concerns discussed in detail.

Boundary Commission Findlay England Pacific

Cripple Creek Strain Mounts as Militia Tightens Grip

Cripple Creek Colorado reports growing strain in the miners' strike as the militia enforces order across the district. Reports say men were jailed in a bull pen for criticizing soldiers while writs of habeas corpus were issued for four prisoners. Adjutant General Bell hints the court's mandate may not be required.

Cripple Creek Colo Bell

Unrest Flares as Servia Crises Expand Across Europe

London reports King Peter may lose the Servian throne as Milan's 15 year old illegitimate son gains backing. Paris dispatch notes growing royal instability while San Francisco lists the suicide of Tom King Young a Peking official. St. Petersburg confirms Russian detachment capturing Armenians with arms and explosives aimed at triggering an Armenian insurrection.

London Paris Peter Milan San Francisco Tom ‘King Young Peking Washington St. Petersburg Turkey

Functions in His Honor Postponed in Auditorium Annex

A room in the Auditorium Annex will host functions arranged in his honor. all events planned there are postponed.

Dyspepsia and Stomach Trouble Mentioned for Sanenig

Fragmentary note lists dyspepsia and stomach trouble among conditions associated with a person named Sanenig, suggesting medical or health concerns referenced in a brief item.

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