27 Sep 1900
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1900
Page
1
A report highlights contentious remarks by a congressman regarding a Puerto Rican figure and describes backlash over aid votes. The article notes actions affecting churches schools and local institutions as tax measures are debated and observers react to the rhetoric and policy implications.
The article argues that Porto Rican tariff blessings are not yet understood and claims Indiana people will welcome a tariff wall around the state borders once clarified. The tone reflects a pro tariff stance and a focus on economic protection for Indiana.
The Desoto club event featured Abraham Lincoln Brick denounced as weak and unfit, with critics noting his poor oratory and questionable Republican ties. Attendees included Jake Cornell and A Cornell, while Joseph Orr promoted applause and commented on the Pennsylvania coal strike. Captain Henry Genther, reported lost, was later found safe in St. Joseph, Michigan.
Afton Iowa dated Sept 25 from Benjamin Hubbell formerly of Elkhart County announces he will vote for Bryan for president this year. He notes many Iowa Republicans favor Bryan and express disgust with Republicanism McKinleyism and Hsocwait. Hubbell, an auctioneer and former Republican county commissioner, relocated west years ago and has farm contacts with farmers he knows.
Henry Markle near Tioshen fell ill with bowels inflammation. His brother, using cat hides as a treatment, administered the customs cure to Markle. Markle improved and is expected to recover, though the method risks legal trouble for practicing medicine without a license.
The second section of Lake Shore east bound freight train No. 60 derailed two miles east of Holland Ohio. Four loaded refrigerator cars left the tracks and both mainlines were blocked. Passengers were transferred around the wreck and the line did not reopen until this afternoon. West bound No. 157 ran two hours late. No. 19 was diverted. No serious injuries reported.
Edwin W Hawks Chas J Garvin Geo D Lint and Frank G Hubbell of the Ariel Cycle Company travel to Huntington on business with Huntington Cycle Manufacturing stockholders. A probable merger aims to consolidate bicycle production at the Ariel plant. Principal J N Swart of the South Fifth street school fell on steps injuring his left knee and is unable to teach. Nora M Donald substitutes. Modoc Tribe I O B M of Elkhart hosted a reception for Edwin Hirst of Delaware and Goshen Red Men including Wilson Roose with remarks by Mr Hirst.
Westbound Lake Shore train No. 15 due here at 5 a.m. was delayed after an accident about a mile east of Goshen. A broken pipe to the engine air gauge forced a stop, delaying service this morning.
W H Charniey plans to send sample pecan nuts to friends but not ready for wholesale. Demand rises for fenders or hoods for hot air registers. The Hawks Hardware Co. reports eight good stock items available now.
Goshen Daily News correspondent Joshua B Gattshall of Elkhart County denies sending party condition details to the Indianapolis News. Republican leaders Berkey and Leaming seek the source while Gattshall suggested his Bristol hall incident sparked the disclosures.
Millersburg youths fined 2365 each for fish law violations contest the case through Attorney Hogue of Ligonier. They claim irregular proceedings and say a Syracuse attorney appointed by the fish commissioner acted improperly and that the fines were fixed by the commissioner. Officials’ procedure draws sharp criticism as a legal challenge looms.
Catherine S Black aged 66 dies at home of daughter Ela M Bishop in South Seventh street. Funeral set for Saturday at 2 39 PM. Joseph G Culp 65 dies Monday night in Nappanee of stomach cancer. Funeral Thursday at the Methodist church in Nappanee. Henry Coy of Kosciusko county dies after strokes while visiting Cyrus Lentz. formerly lived near Syracuse.
The Tribune urges trimming back shade trees in South Bend to increase sunshine and improve air circulation. Goshen faces the same issue and supports strict enforcement of the shade tree ordinance to the letter.
The wedding occurred last evening at the bride’s parents home in Elkhart with nearly 100 guests in attendance. Mr and Mrs Frank will reside in Elkhart after the ceremony.
The Indiana Railway power house at Oscools has received a new engine praised as among the best of its kind. Once connected it will increase power and reduce fuel loss in accidents. Also noted is Warren Addison Sebring of Silver Lake Kosciusko County aged 100 who is very ill and may die within days.
The Goshen Daily Times publishers Gard and Ragan face a second libel suit by Lou W Vail alleging a bribery scheme tied to the Peacemaker article. Also report divorces for Margaret Maude Cloutier and Lulu Lachanteur, plus various local cases, licenses, and crimes in Paw Paw and Elkhart areas.
Elkhart county Republicans plan a rally with Senator Albert Beveridge a noted orator and Philippine Island traveler set to speak in Elkhart Saturday October 6. The report notes his fame and campaign vigor as a statewide event.
The Troyer family on North Side enters quarantine as D J Troyer’s younger daughter from the high school faculty falls dangerously ill with diphtheria. Superintendent J F Rieman oversees classes. doctors fear no epidemic though many are exposed to throat trouble. A Knox resident, Mrs Fletcher, dies suddenly of heart failure at 33, leaving a merchant husband and kin.
Actor Robert B. Mantell is party to a Camden New Jersey case claiming Ethel Robison as his child through his former wife Charlotte Behrens. Behrens died in Michigan in 1893. Emma Behrens, Charlotte's sister, also asserts paternity. Mantell denies paternity.
The new First Presbyterian Church choir held its first rehearsal last evening with about 35 singers. Director W. P. MacHenry invites interested singers to join at the next session on Wednesday evening.
Al W. Martins Uncle Tom's Cabin company drew a big audience at the Bucklen opera house Elkhart last night and manager Carpenter arranged a second performance for tonight. Sixty actors comprise the cast. A prohibition special train will first stop in Indiana at La Porte delaying Goshen's stop until October 1. The Hawks Hardware advertises airtight stoves at low prices.
A local advisory note says South Bend public schools will not open until October 15 due to diphtheria concerns. The report lists related civic questions including county seat races at Nawton and political shifts in Indiana, with references to governors and metropolitan police board appointments.
Coverage notes Congressman Brick headlines in Nap panee as local papers spar over a lawsuit Merits. A street scene shows a well woman and daughter begging from business to business in Nappanee on Saturday. An usher, Fred Coppes, injures his ankle leaving the Auditorium after Quo Vadis. Senatorial candidate Dausman drew a full house despite poor weather and a K O T M band performance.
W A Tremayne presents a 1450 North German setting in A Free Lance. Sir Rudolph portrayed by Robert B Mantell with M W Hanley supplying a merit-backed company and notable scenery and costumes.
The state fee and salary commission met in Indianapolis on Saturday to review three bills to revise remuneration for state and county officers and township officials. The floor will not publish the bill details until after the election. Lemuel W. Rouse, former Thirteenth district congressman from Warsaw, is set to address Goshen Republicans at the McKinley club next Wednesday evening.
A fair crowd attended the Wakarusa Jubilee though the day’s weather was unfavorable. The program proceeded in full and Miss Kate Jackson plans a card party tomorrow evening at her South Fifth street residence.
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