Port Arthur hero and West Virginia mine safety urged
The issue highlights veterans and leaders, including General Stoessel praised as hero of Port Arthur while noting the need for better mine safety after West Virginia disasters. A legislative committee blames operators and miners for lax standards, urging stricter inspections and tighter adherence to safety rules.
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Stuessel
Olson
Dona
Stoessel
Port Arthur
Utal Srapimrera
West Virginia Legislative Comittee
Comtlttee
Agenes
Gener
Colonel Bryan at Indianaps in private life measured
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Colonel Bryan as a distinguished private citizen with lasting influence on American history. The text references figures like Andrews, Gray, and Rous, hinting at a tenor of admiration and public service. The fragment lacks clear dates, locations, and verifiable events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tadton Potas
Vision of a Growing American Citizen and Poet
A long, critical appraisal argues that the speaker has evolved beyond mere politics. It highlights broadening appeal, public stature, and a trajectory from controversy to respected civic presence. The text notes private life discipline and a self-made ascent in American culture.
Political talk on judges and nominations in Logansport
Judge Moses B. Lahr of Logansport seeks the Democratic nomination for the Fifth Judicial District Supreme Court seat. Democrats in the city plan two conventions on March 12 to nominate a 33rd circuit judge and a prosecuting attorney for Ye Seine circuit, with Bun. L. B. Wrigley and Ben Jon L Bloom among names. Ed Date is noted as a candidate for joint representative, with continued campaigning in the unsettled race.
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Moses B. Lahr
Logansport
Supreme Court
Fifth Judicial District
Columbia City Post
Dodge
Thirty-Third Judicial Circuit
Keschisko
Bun. L. B. Wrigley
Ben- Jon L Bloom
Cvrrybads
Former Mayor Refutes Prohibition Myths in Kansas City
Vernon G. Rose, ex mayor of Kansas City, argues prohibition failed, citing wide saloon openings, increased crime, and lost revenues. He recalls how conditions worsened after a local ban and alleges dealers exploited loopholes while public sentiment kept enforcement weak. Rose recounts witnessing liquor sold openly, private detectives, and whiskey carried to stores, urging reform.
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Vernon G. Rose
Kansas City
Idan
Columbia
Rose
Amg
Minnesota Avenue
Hoyle G. Clary
Dolar Ghd
Kansas
Unt
Kan
Society Woman Killed by Gas Mystery Shocks New York Society
A dramatic notice reports the death of a society woman by gas as stories unfold from New York society circles. The fragment mentions connections to prominent names and local merchants, with limited clarity due to OCR errors. The piece hints at a societal scandal or tragedy unfolding in high society.
Electric Belt Fakirs Rob Weak Men Patterned Cure Claims
A dubious pamphlet promotes an electric belt as a harmless home remedy to boost vigor and treat nervous disorders. It touts one-ounce and six to eight-ounce bottles, with suggested dosages and baths, claiming dramatic results for men and women. The text stresses ease of use and universal benefits, but lacks credible medical support.
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Eid
Vilas
New Yorke
Conkainers
Hard Fight With Snows In Indiana For Motor Race
The article details a brutal snowbound drive toward Chicago for the Thomas racer. Roberts is praised for driving ahead, while De Dion crew members Hansen and Autran work from Kendalville to repair a damaged shaft. Snow drifts and Arctic-like conditions slow progress, yet drivers push toward the meeting with Chicago’s reception committee.
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Roberts
New York
Rall St. Chaffray
Tivo
de Dion
Hans Hendrick Hansen
M. Autran
Chicago
Kendalville
Tadiana
St Chaffray
Kendallville
Captain Hansen
Chimso
Gore
Thomas Pirer
Arctic
Indiana
Parmera
Yukon
Tim
Sirtori
Zust
Mies
Thomas
Leavis Eetaly
Matp Bice
Godard
Ohio
Courts Closed for Washington Birthday and Local Cases
The courts closed today in observance of Washington's birthday. Jerry B. Millar pleaded guilty to forgery and was sentenced by Judge O'Trourke to two to fourteen years in prison. C. B. Barnett vs Mickel Flat Railroad awarded $190 for services in attending two injured women on a train. Other cases include Farah vs Shaheen with a $999 judgment and divorce decree for Mrs. Jenie Krock from Louis J. Krogk.
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Jerry B. Millar
Jusgs O'Trourke
Miller
Washington
C.B Barnett
Mickel Flate
Judes Heaton
Sol A. Wood
Revert
Jacob Hassal
GREL
Isais
Sharsef
Farah
Shaheen
Heaton
Shaeen
Shaheen Hiad
Jengie Krock
Louis J. Krogk
Ingiden
Buse
James Pattison
William Kern
Yuple
Louise Poellinger
O'Rourke
Alice Tombaugh
Joseph
Grace Pion
Little One
Merman J. Wiedemann
Catherine Enz
Hern W. Juergens
Louisa Grobemeier
Roy A West
Hazel B. Vanesdale
Plymouth Men's Club Observed Birthday
The Plymouth Congregational Church Men's Club hosted its second annual entertainment in honor of George Washington's birthday. The Ladies' Aid Society opposed, hosting a Martha Washington display. Miss Nellie Lawson performed songs while Mrs. C. M. Kieckley and Mrs. A. Burr chaired, with Mrs. TP. Hulburd leading the site, and Mr. and Mrs. B. I. Ariswald guiding the program.
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Plymouth
George Washington
Lades’ Aid Society
Martha Washington
Nellie Lawson
Attra Washington Avpost
C. M. Kieckley
A. BR. Burr
TP. Hulburd
Martha
Ariswald Wert
Beautiful Texas Land of Homes Promises Growing Wealth
Texans are urged to consider Texas land investment as a path to wealth and homeownership. Eugene Witten of Monroe W. Mien & Sons offers guidance to readers in Fort Wayne on securing a Texas home, urging timely action before the opportunity passes.
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Texas
Souths
Pervons
Aley
Pat
Fort Wayne
Eugene Witten
Monroe W. Mien & Sons
Kate
Dog Held Hang Until It Died
A damaged OCR style report notes a dog killed after being hung, with fragmented names and events. The account mentions a secretary and local names, but details are unclear due to garbled text.
German and French Cars Pass Cleveland I/O Mystery
Fragmentary notice records a transit event involving German and French cars near Cleveland with unclear chronology and scattered phrases. The readable bits mention Ashtahila and Wert tre Poledorat 46R0, but details remain obscured. No clear actors, dates, or outcomes emerge.
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Aveland
Paris
Ashtahila
Auto Tourists Entertain Kendallville Residents
Kendallville residents were entertained by auto tourists from multiple nations. The American car left Kendallville with pilot Jack Sperry, faced night travel troubles east of town, reached Brimfield, then Ligouler and Goshen by noon. The French De Dion in repair. Italian Aust and Greyhound arrived early morning, with pilots and crews discussing rough drifts and potential delays.
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Hist
Kendallville
Ind
Ligouler
Gat
Goshen
de Dion
Neen Jala
Rapalrh
Seerless Greyhound
Zust
Ruland
New York
Gore
Germain
Zeke
Chaitray
Mexican Company in Financial Trouble
A Mexican company faces financial difficulties amid a court proceeding. The case involves Vereise Sugar and Mercantsie assets and John Io land, with Judge Crrpentun presiding. Creditors and stakeholders across the country may be notified of action.
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Fen
Vereise Sugar
John Ioland
Crrpentun
Muster Tolland Wildet
Hileauts
He Counery
Joint Senator Nomination Announcement for Batier Pleare
Paragraphed political notice announcing Mr Batier Pleare as a candidate for senator from Allen and Adams counties. The text conveys convention backing and expresses support from party delegates.
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Batier
Allen and Adams
Siesnerals Ag
Fort Wayne mayor clashes over bond settlement delay
Prolonged talks on bond settlements draw sharp notes from Fort Wayne officials. The mayor and City Attorney Colerick criticize statements by the original complainant and the bondholders, while Paul expresses disappointment yet hints at possible action if a firm, final proposal emerges.
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Colerick
Taylor
Meyurg
Mansire
Pala
Parl
Barrett
Lola
Mr. Paul
Vagrants Arrested After Burglary Suspect Roundup
Police netted a large group of vagrants in a burglary probe. Detectives Tanz and Officers Strodel Kelly and Baupar led the operation, with Deputy Sheriff Swaheyzo arresting a tramp tied to the alleged conspiracy amid a disturbing public display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kolnex
Tanzami
Fort Wayne Drug Company Elects to Report Gains
Fort Wayne Drug Company elected officers at the annual meeting with reports showing higher year end sales despite a slow November and December. Dividend of eight per cent declared, and directors elected Henry C. Paul, John H. Jacobs, F G Landenberg, H T Bowerfind, Sneab Colter, August E O Becker and Charles A Paul. Officers named Henry C. Paul president, John H. Jacobs vice president, F G janet treasurer, H J Bowerind secretary.
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Fort Wayne Deng Company
Olsowide
Henry C. Pail
Sonn H. Jacobs
F. G. Landenberg
H. T. Bowerfind
Sneab Colter
August E. O Becker
Charles A Paul
Henry C. Paul
John H. Jacobs
FG Janet
H. J. Bowerind
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Fort Wayne Drug Company Elects
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