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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1908

Page

6

Miller to Face Early Trial Date in Cray Case

Former Village Marshal Wil Miller is to be arraigned next month as prosecutor Thomas seeks an early start. The plan calls for Judge O Rourke to set a date after Thomas completes pretrial work and discusses docket arrangements with local counsel to clear the court calendar for Woodburn cases.

Thomas O'Rourke Woodburn Columbius Cray AE. Thomas Eoc Underwood Terman Miller Miller Mext Moorth Douket Woothurn

John W Kern Not a Candidate at Ninth District Convention

A garbled dispatch notes John W Kern not seeking the office at the Ninth District Convention. It mentions Martin & Moarsiean, Frankfort, and miswritten lines about potential candidacy and positions, with broken phrases indicating confusion in the OCR output. A society item from Los Angeles describes a large ball at the Shriner’s Auditorium in honor of naval officers, led by Admiral Thomas and Mrs Chattes, with about 1200 couples attending.

Deslares Martin & Moarsiean Frankfort Gongrese Los Angeles Cal Washington Aelous Lee Shriners

New Pension Act Raises Widow Pensions Across Nation

Washington reports the new pension act took effect April 29, boosting monthly payments by four dollars for about 61,051 widows and other pensioners earning under 172 dollars a month. The automatic increase covers 39,050,443 in pension rolls and anticipates 2,592,000 in added claims next year for widows, orphans, and Civil War era veterans. The act expands benefits to Civil War, Mexican War, and Indian War pensioners, with a proposed federal appropriation over 162 million dollars, six million more than the 1885 record.

Washington Congress

New York Meeting Denounces Paper Inquiry Plan

At the American Newspapers Publishers Association convention in New York on April 18 a resolution praised President Roosevelt for supporting free pulp and paper. It assailed the Stevens bill and criticized Cuuhon Payne and Dalzell for blocking inquiry into paper costs, warning of a paper-maker conspiracy to raise prices and hurt workers.

New York Sche Publinners’ Association Roosevelt Hia Menange Ovary Cuuhon Payne and Vwuluell Stevens Daceraver Ways and Moyers Payne Dalkell Diana Cuntie Dalzell Avoin Congress

Greatest institute in city seals temperance union growth

Last night at Plymouth Congregational Church the semi annual Wor yoon's Christian Temperance Union institute celebrated the largest attendance in the local history. Mrs Retta Jones a leading worker declared rapid future growth is possible, noting many new members joined in Bethany Presbyterian in the afternoon.

Plymouth Congregational Church Mee Rata Jones Wor Yoon's Christian Temperance Union Plymouth Congregational Retta Jones Ctute

Eastern Star Holds Election In Indianapolis

In Indianapolis on April 1 1932 the grand chapter elected associate grand conductress. Mrs Care V Hullange of Rockport won on the second ballot over Miss Maude Biddle of Byantville and Alsa Gleason of Tipton. Delegates passed a motion to incorporate an organization to aid the Tentiam Eastern Star home.

Indianapolis Ind Order of the Eastern Star Florneen Care V. Hullange Rockport

Explosion Targets James Gallagher in East Oakland

Bulletin from Oakland reports a dynamite blast that destroyed the front of a house in East Oakland aimed at James L Gallagher. Gallagher was a member of the self professing board of supervisors in San Francisco and faced proceedings in the very near future. No charges or trials details available.

Oakland Cal James L. Gallagher Gallagher

Currency Reform Bills Before Congress In 1907 Debates

The article details currency reform debates in Washington with Aldrich’s proposed bill facing amendments, Vreeland’s substitute, and Fowler's currency commission plan. It notes support for a permanent banking law and a 43-member commission while acknowledging growing sentiment for more radical, elastic currency laws.

Vreeland Congress House Loten Charles Fowler Senate Vlavan Thombers Athora United States Sunmor Alfrich Uell Renard

Committees Form for Memorial Day Observance Planned

Memorial Day committees have been formed to organize the observance. Mrs. Dean and Rev. Rowand will lead as orators at the cemetery. Exercises and parade activities are set for the Majestic Theater in the evening, with a program including music and speeches.

Encouraging News for Memorial Committee in Indiana

The Anthony Wayne Memorial committee receives encouraging letters from many members of soldier organizations in northeastern Indiana regarding a proposed memorial on the old Tyriand site. Congress is asked to appropriate 200000 dollars. The committee lists Eb B Helker J W Dickman C J Parr K Crhain A Helon G Liggett W Earls x F Koi W Aldrich. The working committee names H W Dickman chairman William Z Geller vice chairman Capt Harry Clark second vice chairman S B Relker treasurer and WA Caner secretary. It has been announced that Thomas Duncan, former resident, upheld in a lawsuit against General Electric at Lafayette over a device on meters.

Anthony Wayne Comet Tyriand Congress Iskad Thi Diana Helker W. Dickman C.J. Parr K. Cr Thomas Dancan General Electric Company Lafayette Duncan Dlaias

Choph Expert on Indiana Situation Report

Joli Thylis from Chicago reports on Indiana prospects with mixed signals. The general appearance is good but form and finish lag, hindering scoring depth and early readiness for upcoming events. News covers players from Richmond and Columbus with uneven conditions and thinness noted in several key athletes.

Joli Thylis Chicago Indiana Co- 4 Ind Columbus Richmond Aina

Congressmen In Wreck In Washington April Crash Injures Lawmakers

In Washington April 22 a rear end collision on Pennsylvania Avenue injures Rep Tavney and Rep Cheney and shakes others aboard two cars. The impact delays traffic about 30 minutes as hospital ambulances respond though officials say no one seeks hospital care. Police order a full investigation into brake failure amid witness accounts of the motor man trying to stop the Georgetown car.

Washington Tavmoy di Sfipaasoti House John C. Cheney Indiana Pennsylvania Avenue Capijtai ‘Teaction Company Four Georgatown Motor-1 Heniamin Foofed Seertiary Tor Ginin Broderick Trowbridge Newton Mass Sevingland Conservatory of Music Boston Georgetown Trafle Tawney Chatey Capitol le Georgetown G. G. Griffin Brynes

No Orders For Engine Drivers In Fort Wayne Fatality

Charles Winkelmeyer died Sunday night when thrown from his seat during a run to a fire. Officials say no orders mandating seat straps exist though such precautions might have saved him. The board appointed John J. Sullivan to fill the vacancy, a 32 year old Fort Wayne resident, long engaged in the insurance business.

Mernhera Board of Jubile Safety Henry Albreabt Jase En Atteccoon Charles Winkelmeyer Fort Wasns Memphers Hermann, Bayes and Richman Board of Public Safety Uliet Hoe Fort Wayne Inguranca

Drawings Show Republican Convention Nominee Field

Opaque figures and derailed text outline potential Republican convention candidates. The analysis places roughly twenty to twenty five names in contention with shifts expected as the event nears. The piece notes a strong war secretary candidate among the frontrunners and suggests changes may occur before the convention.

Farere

Naval bid sparks Senate battle over four battleships

In Washington on April 22 President Rowaoogle vows veto if four battleships are not funded. Senate talks center on a $7,000,000 amendment to supply defense ships, while opposition presses for immediate authorization and practical funding.

Rowaoogle Senate Slr Mile Amerd Hele Blut Tha'senate Jose Omenthla Rnchest Lodge la

Bryan Praised by Labor Delegation in Support

A labor delegation from the local bricklayers union visited William J. Bryan to commend his work for labor. Bryan thanked the committee, saying he has aimed to do right and that labor’s demands are just, stressing efforts to promote fairness and peace.

William I. Bryan Henry Walterson U.is Bia Bryan Octeta

Mrs Mary Rohrer Celebrates Eightieth Birthday

Mrs Macy Rohrer marked her eightieth birthday at home with family and friends. Daughters of Rebekah and several relatives joined in surprise visits and a family gathering, as candles lit a cake amid well wishes for the honoree.

Mrs Mary Rohrer Macy Rohrer Ule Ilip Wells Iocul I. Wody Camlly Anis Ammen Wi| Campbell Chiergo William Rohrer Katie Jennie Woul Iain Honfer Jacob Takrer Driamond Gtd Eaughter Fromuth Willam Prgmuth Atlss

Funeral Captures Company D Turnout for Ralph Ford

Company D paraded to the funeral of Ralph Ford, a young man from this city who died recently in California. Sergeant Oscar Bhle led the unit as it formed at the artery, marched to Menlsunkey station, then with the funeral cortege to the cemetery where graveside honors were rendered by Glasiclan Salem and Mill Ford at the United States Navy pageant.

Ralph Ford Min Frien California Erdas Oscar Bhle

NW YORK Ancil 52 currency commissions report on bond measures

Fragmentary text references currency commissions and bond secured measures in an unclear New York context. Names and details are unreadable, with fragmented phrases about armani and Seney Measures. Unable to extract a coherent event, entities, or actions for a proper summary.

York Mtaell Armani Thereeland Hill

Illinois for Bryan convention platform outlined in Springfield

Springfield reports a Democratic state convention planned for tomorrow will adopt a middle of the road liquor plank and strongly endorse the deep waterways project. Delegates will be instructed to support Bryan with an emphasis on local option, while criticizing the Republican administration for alleged mismanagement.

Springfield Morrow Wilendoria Willam Bryan Inithe Bryan Roger O. Sullivan Chicago Natlougt Comettteanna Atate Committee On Unite Societie Plania Orie Adunled

Dr H G Nierman Named State Delegate for Luberculasie Convition

Dr H G Nierman announced as state delegate to the International Luberculasie convention in Washington D C from September 28 to October 3. He was also named delegate from the Twaitd district medical convention on Tuesday evening. Delegates from France Great Britain Germany Greece Austria Switzerland and other nations expected to attend, with Russia contributing volunteers.

H. G. Nierman Convuiltom Washington, D. C Seston Iss Nierman Great Britain Countess of Aberdeen Aainmun Loubet France Germany Gresce Austr Biwitzerland Molland Sweden Norway Denmark Belgium Russia Voluntese Tget

Bloom for Fairbanks at Chicago Meeting Causes Push

A call from Republican headquarters urges supporters to back Fairbanks at Chicago. Chairman James P. Goodrich chairs the gathering to map strategy and boost the campaign as the party plans a push in the city.

Anetanapgias

Gilhans Arranges Hearing on Fort Wayne Waterways

Fort Wayne representatives plan to press for a hearing before the House Committee on Railways and Canals next Tuesday regarding the Toledo Fort Wayne and Chicago deep waterway. Fort Wayne constituents push for the Michigan Erie ship canal project. Gillhams has arranged the hearing and names William E. Thompson for postmaster at Lee, Isa county.

Fort Wayne Gangresemen Tyesday Lee Awashingtox Renregentee Tive Gillains Wiliam E ‘Thormeson Alisa County Gilhams Bss Arran Big Fort Wayne Toledo, Fort Avayne Chicago Washington

McKinley Home to Be a Hospital in Cleveland

Cleveland officials announce conversion of the McKinley home in Canton into a hospital facility. The plan, named Mercy hospital, aims to serve the city and surrounding area, with costs expected to reach a specified amount.

Cleveland Erentey Canton

Ohio cities to be deprived of home rule

In Columbus April 2 the governor must sign to enact a bill affecting Ohio cities of Lucas and others. The senate and house passed the measure appoints a director of a state office replacing existing boards. The mayor and two directors would form a Hobart-type civil service for the cities.

Ohio Colmamaus. O Lucas P Senate Ubie Alter the & Sonaxar Hobart

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RY Bmiller Wil Woodburn John W. Kern Carrell County Storil Dchleen Farm Merican Newspaper Publishers’ Association Fuge Women's Christian Temperance Union Eastern Star Bulletin Edward B. Vree-ch Nelson W.lli¢h Charles St. Fowler Washington, D.C Aldrich Theas Aldrich Wimasift Charles A. Rowand Promiinent Place Fiat Mplacopal Majestic Theater Tee Ie AY Distr W. F. Geller A. F. Archibald Eec Vetary F. H. Bookewalter TR. White W. P. Geller D. Dillon Ghuoire William Jogss Tutph Snyder Mamoral S. J. Roberts Charete A. Rundell Charles Hoover Clow W. A. Carmet John Ryan Ralph Snyder Barnett Morlariv Chaney Miinagota Ladiane Ino Charles Winkelmayer Hue de Ppaank Daughters OF the American Revolution Gay National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Berks County Reading National Society Conttlint Fay Washington, Th Great Dent Bogut Cannon President Llinois Ieat DR. Nerman Fairbanks Gilhans Mkinley
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