02 Feb 1909
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1909
Page
1
A vintage debate on boxing in Indiana pits old time fans against money driven promoters. Critics blame state politics for corrupting bouts while supporters warn fans away from violence and demand fewer restrictions. Local fans recall past rivalries and predict sharp changes after new leadership.
In a chaotic Colonial Tournament report, players from various fraternities faced strong competition. Top performances included Diekel, Skellon, and Diced with notable scoring by Tartmory and Deardo Gi. Thomas Aang Doardort led clans to near perfection, while injuries and penalties marred several events. Sacramento coverage notes legal concerns about a senator’s activities and potential consequences.
A garbled report cites the US Supreme Court involvement in a debt and death-related case linked to a Missouri firm. It mentions a fire at a tannery and a deadly incident in Oklahoma, with confusing ties to gas and a large insured estate.
Boston, Mass February 1907 President Roosevelt declines a bequest from Benjamin Hadley of East Somerville. The estate valued at 180000 dollars plus legacy of 20000 to the president, was left under a will dated December 16, 1907. The letter states he will not accept the gifts or the legacy for the administrator.
Edwin P L Gare by his attorneys Mowanté ane Brinkerhotz sues in the court against Fleury K Wherley Barrett Jeweler for conversion of a watch. The watch was described as varied fil ga0. Wherley allegedly received money and converted it. Damages claimed amount unknown. The case details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
A spring wrestling event in Auburn turned fake chaos as a man claimed a prize line scandal and questioned identities. The episode allegedly involved a staged match and empty fortunes, with local parties denying real stakes or outcomes.
Reported in broken prose, Bowsers overwhelmed the Soldier Lads with a dominant performance to claim a decisive victory. The article notes strong shooting, rapid scoring, and the visitors never trailing as Berwser bank Finive Thinng and others led a sweeping display.
Reported at Krenuallville arena, Bluttermore and Connelly battled through rough rounds with several falls. The match span described many near takedowns, the second fall lasting minutes, and public interest noted as spectators watched for a decisive finish.
Laray Ete presents a report as head of a hospital board urging management by women. The session critiques library commissions and public salaries while noting progress at the university and college levels. Hoagland’s report endorses reforms and calls for stronger oversight.
Public graduation exercises will be held with State Superintendent Alvy delivering the address. Invitations extend to families and friends for the ceremony at the school gymnasium. The program includes remarks by dignitaries and recognition of graduates from local schools and sponsors.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a child perishing in a fire with mentions of a mother and possible physician involvement. Early lines reference Erie and Lehi with unclear names and actions, leaving key details uncertain but implying a sudden fatal event under investigation.
Huntington area voters are urged to cast ballots today as bells toll at intervals to signal duty. Campaign warns of bitter yet strenuous contest over local option. 8,000 voters opposed to petition, with 6,100 signatures needed. Conservatives expect a dry victory and potential business impact.
Decatur Illinois February 1 74 local option election petition before the security commissioners. They granted the election but no date. Wet supporters push March first as license expirations threaten. Ninety day cleanup law favors drys if vote happens before March. Clerks and judges to be chosen from a drafted list by both sides.
Feb 1 report from Grant county notes Luke C Gray Fred Gephart and Fran O. Eward filed a circuit court suit against county commissioners seeking to halt a local option election. Plaintiffs allege the act is unconstitutional retroactive and would impair contracts and tax rights, depriving them of due process.
Elkhart Indiana petitions signal a special election in the Third ward amid protests by saloon opponents. Epworth League leader W H Beashurn announces signatures attached before county commissioners meeting, aiming to secure 2400 signatures for a city vote alongside church organizers.
Election actions dominated by county commissioners in Princeton and Delaware towns. In Princeton the board overruled an objection to ordering a special election on an issue prior to appropriation, with plans to hold the vote February 9. In Delaware County the partition issue moved toward a vote after a strong county push, with a result likely tomorrow.
Vague notice indicates a local election in Traviess county setting February 22 for a bond or tax measure. The fragmentary text mentions a January or February voting window and municipal authorization. Unclear details but one official action to be taken.
A battered liner reported near Sandy Hook with its rudder lost in a heavy rain squall. The ship, about 1200 miles from home port, zigzagged into the bay with two tugs steering, remaining twenty four hours behind schedule.
A new emergency jacket being tested in Boston could allow submariners to escape crowded subs in a sinking incident. If approved, every submarine might carry the device to let occupants ascend to the surface after detaching from the vessel, reducing fatalities among crew.
Daniel Hixsaelman, a well known resident of DeKalb county, died at his Butler home after months of ill health. He leaves a wife and three children, with two brothers surviving. Funeral services are set for Waterfton on Tuesday at 10 o'clock.
Alonza Soualiz of Dayton survives a severe neck injury described as the only man in the country living with such a condition. He is currently in a shelter and has called on Mayor Hosey yesterday afternoon. Soualiz, formerly a switchman, later became a palatar and Aycoratur. On October 2a, he was decorating an ome.
Incomplete text describes a man who suffered a severe neck injury and spent eleven weeks in hospital. It mentions support for his wife and baby and notes the care as unusual. The clipped passage references surgeons and a family scene, though many details are missing.
A Fort Wayde Livery ynen and Huckmen's association met at Seheumann & Timer to elect officers for the coming year. G. S. Horarman was named president, G. F. Barnatt vice president, J. Ulmer secretary, Ter man Gerding treasurer, C. B. Ripne and EF. Wink ermeyer trustees. The group, having reformed after a brief hiatus, praised past reforms and planned ongoing efforts at the Elka temple.
A February report details Henry Lal’s conviction on promoting the so called white slave trade. The case centered on an alleged scheme involving foreign girls trafficked into the United States in violation of the immigration and trafficking laws. The government asserts Lal helped recruit and transport victims for forced labor.
Sofia reports Bulgaria may gain recognition of its independence as Turkey signals no obstacle to settlement. British and French envoys urge acceptance, while Russia and Bulgaria negotiate a potential financial deal expected acceptable to both sides. Meanwhile Norman Mack, Democratic chairman, is served a subpoena to testify in a New York libel case tied to the Panama affair.
The funeral of Mrs Edward Farley will be held tomorrow from the family home at 214 Dawson Street then 9:30 from St Patrick's Catholic Church. Dr Charlce Alderman's funeral is today at 9:00 PM at Lebanon PA with interment there. The remains of Jann Tadava, died at St Joseph's Hospital from injuries, will be processed from the Peltier Undertaking establishment.
The United States Telephone Company seeks an injunction against Bell System claiming absorbed independents harm property rights of Ohio exchanges. Demurrer argues jurisdiction, insufficient case, and that state courts should decide disputes to avoid intercorporate conflict. Lists many independent exchanges affected and argues case should not remain in federal court.
Washington reports widows of Civil War veterans will receive pensions at the rate of 10 per cent per month of a basic rate, under a bill approved by the House. The act, dated June 27 1890, excludes widows who married after that date from any pension.
In early February at Bellovid Hospital New York a white man named G. Labring offered to donate blood for a severely hemorrhaging black patient. Despite transfusion of white blood, the 25 year old hospital messenger died shortly after the operation ending the first case of white to negro blood transfusion reported.
Sheriff reports minor fire at Plainfield retarm factory with no injuries and a run to the storeroom. Jon Walther league holds monthly meeting at school hall. shop robbery theft of six razors reported at a barber shop. cathedral bids received with Chicago firms among those listed. municipal notes on local procurement decisions and bids.
New Orleans February 1 A committee announced Taft Banquet tickets at two dollars each for Saturday night February 13. The executive committee expects attendance by at least one thousand people for the reception honoring Mr Taft during his New Orleans visit.
A track accident reported in Indy Feb. L-matreman J. M. McMuhen sustained only light injuries after being struck by an oncoming peer. The incident caused a brief disruption but no serious harm to those involved.
A dubious forecast about a cure for consumption was challenged by a prominent medical figure, urging preventive measures and early care for colds. The text touts a home remedy using Virgin Oil of Pine and Glyverine with whisky, sold by Leach Chemical Co in Cincinnati, cautioning readers to obtain genuine preparations.
Special to the Journal-Gazette reports Huntington chief of police E. C. Stouder will resign effective March 10, a move surprising to friends though no improper actions are cited. He plans to relinquish personal supervision of the force and depart as one of the town’s top officers.
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