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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1902
Page
1
A lengthy report on the Cuban Reciprocity Bill outlines President Wilson’s stance, the aim to stabilize Cuba’s government, and the expected economic benefits for U S refiners. It notes opposition within the party, predicts passage likely with Republican votes, and cites concerns over war with Spain and broader protectionist policy.
Washington March 1 A mid level conference in the committee room of Representative Allen Santi Michigan drew about fifty members from sugar producing states. No formal vote was taken but discussion favored continuing the day’s floor test on reciprocity policy.
Washington reports proceed with a rule for a five percent concession tied to the Payne bill as eight Republicans back the measure. Debate highlighted amendments on reciprocity while several party lines held firm, with Congress voting narrowly along partisan divides and Mr. Hopkins abstaining.
In Washington Marel 31 congress completed general debate on the appropriation bill. Members Williams Pew and Spight spoke on the civil franchise inquiry while Ell discussed the financial policy. Payie reported the Cuban reciprocity bill and outlined plans to end the debate within a week.
Washington March 31 reports the full Senate session on oleomargarine legislation with two supporters and one opponent. Speeches for and against the measure feature strong arguments about import duties and the impact on manufacturers, highlighting divisions among lawmakers and notable voices such as Mr Shamons and Mr McGnowder of North Dakota.
A garbled OCR passage describes a scene at a White flange and mentions a group of children and adults in a chaotic setting. Names and places are unreadable, with scattered phrases about mothers, a chase, and a child’s day, leaving the main event indeterminable.
Indianapolis suit alleges a Culumbia City Tennessee youth, eleven or twelve, was struck by an engine while on a school walk beside a Pennsylvania Railroad track. The boy claims the engine moved toward him as a helper tried to free his foot, causing grievous injuries including the loss of a foot.
Baldwins Baycott Circus secured the Montgomery handicap at Memphis, finishing in 1 minute 54 seconds 4 fifths. Wax Tape, From Pomona, and other contenders vied as odds fluctuated, with Givens aboard Baldwins Baycott Circus prevailing by a length from Wax Tape. The program also featured two-year-old events won by Judith Campbell and another by a Pieter-bred colt, amid a brisk, gray day at the track.
The Great ME Conference organizers in Anderson Inn prepare for a week long gathering of visitors. Ministers from New York and Philadelphia lead sessions with extensive programs daily. Delegates from across the state will attend as the tentative week promises major religious events and ordination ceremonies.
The St. Reverend Bishop Alerding von Witter is slowly recovering from a recent operation. He returned to Saint Fox Hospital Chapel Muster amotio to preside at Mass, though he remains grievously ill and has borne his illness with fortitude.
Pensions have been granted under state laws to numerous Indiana residents. Names include James Coatetls Crstssercek Bi Moxey M. Dunkip adolphix Hawkins Dok Stumiey Watson Oltis Treroase Taste Tate Charles lehles Macdonal-Makinney Home Gaynt Foht M. Maxlewond James Aldin Moonie Sophen Jefferson vill ickabury White mae and others.
Fragmented OCR text hints at a debate over a general conference in Indianapolis. References to travel expenses, possible fundraising figures, and political figures suggest a contested planning effort with financial and procedural tensions.
A report from the pension commission condemns longstanding abuses while urging fair, prompt benefits for eligible Civil War veterans. The committee notes only a small fraud rate among claimants and argues for strict screening to remove ineligible pensions, with calls for swift, just administration.
Mingo A. Johnson was arrested at the Great Northern hotel amid charges of extensive forgetfulness and alleged thefts spanning Anturson Dad Tipton and Jackson. He broke down physically during questioning and was held for transfer to Anderson, with injures noted after a torn telegraph pattern disrupted proceedings.
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In Indianapolis March report, Kern appears to threaten reopening the old state chairmanship while Democratic state convention politics unfold. The note suggests Kern may seek control as party leaders maneuver between factions.
Fragmented OCR recalls a memorial notice with names Johnson anderson and others, mentioning trustees and payments. The text shows unclear references to a will, a legacy, and a payment of S100, with familial ties and a plea about heirs and obligations.
Pulpit vacancy reported at Columbia City Indiana as Presbyterians seek a new pastor. The church previously held services led by a visiting minister and is now awaiting a replacement to resume offerings and community gatherings.
A severe explosion at the Nelson Goal and Trou company mine near Chatango ur, Tenn, killed twenty one miners and injured several others. Rescue crews worked through night as officials reported missing bodies and cited a faulty fuse and coal dust ignition as likely causes.
Marella Johnny Tee BAN Ot Hivcolktva leads a campaign in Savannah Georgia ahead of a regional vote. The contentious bid draws attention from voters and rivals as parties weigh positions on civic duty and institution policy.
Readable text notes a country club project centered near Elkhart Goshen Mishawaka and South Bend areas. It mentions a site west of Minnehaha and indicates the plans have been preliminarily approved by regional authorities. Names of cities and places anchor the location.
William Crowell a 0 year old widowed farmer in Haber village Jefferson county died by his own action after an apparent accident at home. Mrs Crowell heard a noise attributed to a door and found him dead. Government dispatches indicated police and coroner investigations with a verdict pending. Crowell left a widow and six children with prior domestic troubles noted. A Bayt Michigan telegraphed inquiry referenced local officials and a coroner’s verdict.
Ambiguous OCR text reports Arkansas results with Clarke as leader. Mentioned are candidates and officials such as Davis and Lopes, with references to commissioners, the state and various counties. The readable fragments hint at election context and nominations but lack coherent, verifiable details.
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