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Newspaper

Elkhart Weekly Truth

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1909

Page

8

Identification Proceedings in Tony Tino Case Extend to Elkhart

Local authorities held a conference with Superintendent Whiteman Sheriff Alesel and Prosecutor Burris to seek positive identification of Tony Tino. George Fortino provided mixed testimony after viewing photos, while Schenectady and Elkhart officials coordinate to transfer the prisoner once vagrancy terms end.

Monica Tony Tino Derey Frank Forlino Wikhar Ima East New York State Whiteman Fortino George Fortino Black Hand Fisbon Partine Filent Debclte Schenectady Elihart Pony Sing New York Rendénj Lake Shore Station George H. Whiteman Elkhart Frank’ ‘Fortino Comeda Eikhart Tino Wikhart Julian Monico George Cilief Delaney Thane Hughes Elkhaart Essa Ghie Burris Ziesel

McManus Family Returns From Mishawaka Visit

Horace McManus and family of Ura line have returned home after two weeks visiting their parents and friends in Mishawaka. Mrs Elmer Brown and Miss Maud Garrett left for Cassopolis and Henry Houghtaling of Quincy Michigan with Mrs Kelly of Reading visited their cousin Mrs W. Muir Sunday.

Horace McManus Uraline Mishawaka Elmer Brown Maud ‘Garr Cass Henry Houghtaling Quincy Mich Kelly-of - Reading W. Mui Geo “Lounsberr

The Hairlength Rivalry That Shaped Nations

A long excerpt from Pearson's Weekly recounts how hair length sparked clashes between longhaired Cavaliers and cropped Roundheads, with clergy opposing flow, popes excommunicating wearers, and monarchs like Louis VII and Peter the Great enforcing shaved or cropped looks. The piece argues such customs influenced politics and even marriages, shaping historical outcomes.

Warold France Louis VII Enegtlish Eleanor of Guiérine Guinne Poitou Eleanor Henry Henry II England Peter the Great Borodovyala Pearson

Gardens and houses along the Bosphorus feature grand canals and yali water access

The article describes elegant hillside gardens and stately houses facing the Bosphorus. It notes terraces, marble boats, and water gates linked by canals or tunnels, with yali dwellings directly on the water and views commanding the strait.

Bosphorus Pleasaurces Lebanon Constantinople Yalis Scribner’s

Fragmentary OCR Note on Borrowers and Residence

Fragmented text describes borrowers and a man leaving a door in an unhappy state. Phrases indicate smoking, personal disposition, and unsettled days. The legible remnants suggest a domestic scene with unsettled relations and routine daily life narrative.

Chester declines mayor race in Democratic field

In Indiana politics coverage, Bilis M. Chester declines to enter the Democratic mayoral race citing business interests and time constraints. The piece outlines potential nominees and upcoming caucus plans as Democrats prepare for a county convention call and delegate allocation based on last election votes.

Chester Lb. Burys Trormer C. C. Raymer J. P. Sanders Henry Helfrick Hoopingarner G. W. Spohn Frank RR. Flynn Demcracy City Democracy Jefferson Club Harry “Arnold Democratic Party Indiana Thomas OR

Minor finger injury reported in Blaine area

Will Schult son of Henry Schult of Blaine avenue had a minor removed from the middle finger of his right hand yesterday. It is believed to have been caused by a blow from a hammer about a year ago.

Will Schult Henry Schult Blaine Avenue Missouri Canada Ottawa

Local News Notes on Dayton Residents and Visitors

Mrs. Cushman of Dayton sister to Mrs. Thomas Bigelow and Miss Mary McIntyre returned home after aiding burial of their brother. Mrs. Jennings who went to Arkansas to care for her son Hilsworth Jennings returned. his condition improved after temporary derangement in the southwest. Dr. Kuhn was in Kendallville yesterday. Miss Pearl Schafer left for Oberlin College this morning.

Pearl Schafer Oberlin College

Bridge repair estimate details and safety concerns

The note outlines an estimate for girders and pit damage on the bridge, mentioning a cost around $2,000 and that work is under surveillance. It highlights concerns about the bridge floor and structural condition needing assessment and possible further action.

Elkhart Industrial Association to discuss factory proposal

Elkhart industrial group to meet at Century Club this evening to consider bringing a large factory to the city. If the plant is traded it will mean a commercial boom for Elkhart, and members expect success.

Elkhart

Local Social Notes Mention Visitors and Departures

The item lists Mrs Will Anderson and Mrs Chas Wood visiting Goshen yesterday while Richard Chester notes readings in Wehite Pigeon and Ligonier today. Miss Wazel Beckner and Miss Flazel Cotton visit friends at Bluffton. Arthur Harvey left for Chicago for a new position. Carol Miller of Taliana Avenue became ill this morning.

Will ‘Anderson Chas

London News Tips Humorous Cold Cure From Dusty Library

A London News item mocks a remedy involving sponging book tops with a solution of nairbolic avid. It notes Sir Lauder Brunton’s observation that dust in libraries may trigger frequent colds. The piece presents the anecdote with playful tone.

Lauder Brunton Lanset Lauder London News

Unusual Eggs Reported Across Devonshire

An agricultural expert links a spate of abnormal eggs to weather changes. In Seaton a duck laid an egg weighing half a pound, Ottery St Mary reports a duck egg with three yolks, and South Leigh records the largest goose egg ever seen in the district.

Devonshire England Seaton Ottery St. Mary South ‘Leigh

Misers and the Rich Ache Quote

A colonial era voice laments misers who hoard wealth and cannot spend when asked. The speaker contrasts harsh punishment with a radical image of hanging misers by the heels to force money from pockets.

Hummingbird Nest Shielded Against Lightning in Australia

A fragment describes a hummingbird's nest protected from storms by cobwebs acting as silk a non conductor of electricity. The idea suggests the nest becomes lightning proof as a hummingbird covers its dwelling before a thunderstorm.

Australia

Myers fined for public intoxication after plea

The report states Myers was found intoxicated on Main Street unable to navigate without help. He admitted spending more than he thought, about $115.7, and pleaded guilty. A fine of $1 and costs totaling $11 was assessed, with arrangements to pay.

Myers Lee Mike

Heir to 15000 Estate Surprise for Mishawaka Man

John Le Spicer of 304 Lawrence Street Mishawaka received a London postmarked letter claiming his London based elder uncle died and left him an estate valued at 15000 dollars. Spicer, working at a rubber regenerating plant, contemplates whether to travel to England after awaiting further details.

John le Spicer Lawrence Street Mishawaka London England Spicer

Brooks Couple Guests of Mikhart Friends

Mr and Mrs Leonard H Brooks of Goshen were guests of Mikhart friends yesterday afternoon in a social visit noted by local society columns.

Leonard H. Brooks Goshen Mikhart

Mr and Mrs L Gage Move to South Bend

Mr and Mrs L Gage have moved to South Bend where they will establish their future home. Their relocation marks a new chapter for the family in a city known for its community ties.

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