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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1900
Page
7
An advertisement extols the Rotary Motion and Ball Bearings of the No. 9 Sewing Machine as the lightest, quickest, and most durable model. It claims one third easier operation, one third faster sewing, and savings in time and money, touting quiet performance, reduced snagging, and fewer malfunctions compared with Wheeler & Wilson and other machines.
Indianapolis report notes rising smallpox cases yet reassures no statewide epidemic. Dr Harry cites weather influence and vaccination efforts, while calling for strict county precautions and prompt reporting as Allen and Jennings counties face concern near the state line. Also mentions Bull's Cough Syrup and a local advert for Mandolins and Guitars at 117 Calhoun Street.
Rov Perry E L Powell of Peru and two others linked to a divorce case in Fort Wayne are under scrutiny for bigamy allegations. The issue centers on a divorce not formally entered into records, leaving a question whether Miller is legally remarried.
In Washington a decree outlines pension provisions for American Indians and Alaska Natives. The plan mentions named officials and a set schedule with dates and monetary amounts, reflecting administrative steps and eligibility rules. The text references Milbvoband and related agencies, noting procedural steps and deadlines.
A local labor dispute halted rail service between Denver and Pushin as masked sympathizers forced a station to detain a worker. The man was released after being told to continue along the track, with authorities tracking the evolving situation at Castle Roe.
A report from Chicago describes unrest among Northern Pacific Telegraph Operators, with about 4,000 workers involved. President Kendrick faces demands for higher wages and shorter hours as the company says it is hiring fewer operators at other points to cover vacancies created by the strike.
In Chicago, fifteen hundred children fought to escape a fire at a West Twelfth street exhibition hall. Panic spread as a crush toppled youths against walls and rails while spectators leaped from galleries. Only a few suffered serious injuries or death reported in the chaos.
Six thieves and one woman staged a northern Onetar Wu arms raid last night at Seville, forcing Town Marshal Howard Weaver to surrender after tying and disarming him. The gang blasted a safe with dynamite, stole about 4000 dollars in valuables, and fled toward the railroad as insurance declared they would not be stopped. Investigators traced the escape west of Bierling as the group vanished into the night.
Fragmented OCR text reports tensions surrounding American University staffing, with mentions of administrators and faculty urging improved resources. The garbled passage references officials like a secretary and mediat positions, alongside unclear names and dates, suggesting a disrupted campus situation during the period.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Briste, Taine, Galt, and Scherziszgrr’s with references to new designs and link buttons. Details are unclear but imply a design or branding update.
Fragmentary OCR text references Tornighi Laker and rent issues with unclear context. Mentions Bey cael Hi and Mut oie at an unidentified location. Readable facts are sparse. names and actions are not clearly connected to a distinct event.
A plan labeled en pay vera Munger features a wage preset discussion spotlighting labor costs. Local officials weigh possible implementation, citing budget impact and timeline for adoption. Community members express concerns over worker protections and equitable pay standards.
Readable text describes steam and hot water heating systems along with artistic wood mantels and fireplace furnishings. No further details provided.
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