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Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1908

Page

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Trial Convicts 167 of Viborg Manifesto Signers in St Petersburg

In St Petersburg on December 31 the trial of 180 Viborg manifesto signers concluded. 167 were convicted and sentenced to three months imprisonment while others were acquitted due to mistaking the signatures. The leniency cited by authorities included release for Ramleschwili after interim imprisonment. Leaders named include Petrunkevich and Naboukeff among prominent constitutional democrats.

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Indicted Trustee Sued for Twenty Thousand Dollars

In Goshen city a suit is filed in the circuit court by Werman’s Leaning against S Cobb Major Cobb and William Whellon alleging embezzlement and damages of 20000 for misaccounting Howenship funds while Cobb held office after 1902 and as ex-county commissioner Whellon named as a former retailer in the case Hastings details indicate a high profile financial mismanagement accusation connected to a local official.

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Cleveland Base Ball Player on the Stage

Cleveland baseball figures include Harry Bay directing center, and Harry Jay Mumaker of The White Star company performing at the Majestic Theatre. Bay arrived in the city last night after paying a fee to the Journal Gazette. Mumaker has signed with Cleveland for next season, claiming ongoing stage and musical ties.

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Indianapolis League Meets on Thursday Polo Game Preview

Indianapolis tale reports Indians and Richmond to clash tomorrow night in the city. Officials and managers from Indian tank owners to attend as the first meeting of the Indian State League is scheduled.

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Weather forecast from Washington with mixed conditions

Weather summary reports fair conditions on Wednesday with probable snow in some areas. Lake Erie may see rain Thursday while Lower Michigan expected snow. Temperatures drop Tuesday with colder in Indiana and western regions. Gusty winds and storms possible in Hetty portions. Thursday foresees rain or unsettled weather.

Washington Lake Erie Cabier Michigan Indiana Twinais Vair

Noted Sporting Writer of St. Louis Shot by Printer

A chaotic account reports an incident at a railroad crossing near Roanoke where the Continental Limited struck farmer W. Dennis, mangling him and killing him. Engineer King reportedly did not leave the tracks. the derailed engine and crew details are disputed as witnesses recall. The writer Spink, editor of the St. Louis World, was shot and wounded after a quarrel with Victor Grover, who drew a revolver and fired two shots, injuring Spink in the left shoulder. Grover then rushed to the scene. Grover is described as an enmployee of the publication and the event is followed by an inquest set for Tuesday.

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Contested Withdrawals Highlight Myrtle Beach Race

The report notes figures including Eichorn withdrawing and Blafpton listed, with Foy and Blehorn connected to the race for chairmanship in the district. The Evening Bulletin details potential moves before the convention in Myrtle Beach on Thursday, with candidates weighing strategy and support.

Journal-Guerte Blufpton Ind Blehorn Menaterin Myrtle

New Officials Take Office in Allen County

New year brings changes in Allen County offices with four incumbents replaced: William H. Scheiptan becomes county treasurer, Albert E. Thomas takes over as prosecuting attorney, F. Willarm Franke is elected county commissioner, and Dr A. J. Kesler becomes coroner. All outgoing officials were Republicans while successors are Democrats. They settled affairs with retirements and fel­lowship ceremonies yesterday, as observed in the county’s final session.

Allen County Wiliam H. Scheiptan Jacob Funk Albert E. Thomas Daniel B. Ninde F. Willarm Franke William Hookemeyer A. J. Kesler J. B. Stults

Soldier Boy Hurt While Firing New Year Salute

George Bang, 4 corporal of Battery B Indiana National Guard, was badly burned on the face and right arm and suffered a fracture to his right arm when a two pound sack of puicher exploded during the New Year salute at midnight. Gates Hotton also received minor eye burns but returned home. Bang was taken to Hope hospital. Captain Clark and Battery B men, with a band, marched with the pieces around midnight near Columbia Street.

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Mine Explosion Kills Nine at Carthage Fuel Mine

A fire damp explosion at the Bernal coal mine, Carthage, Socorro county, Santa Fe territory, leaves at least nine dead. Forty workers were inside when the blast occurred. many others are injured or missing. The mine, owned by Carthage Fuel Co, lies on the Santa Fe line between Albuquerque and El Paso.

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Powers Case Goes To Jury Today

In Georgetown Kentucky the Powers case proceeds with the jury to weigh intent and damages. Attorneys for both sides express confidence as jurors prepare to review evidence and determine a verdict after hours of testimony and cross examination.

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Customary Noise Ushers In New Year

Fragmented OCR text notes a traditional year opening with urban sounds and celebrations. It mentions eve observances, local drums or bells, and reflections on the new year. Names, places, and events are obscured, but the motif centers on customary noise signaling year’s start.

City records show record building permits for 1907

Clerk Henry W. Becker reports 504 permits issued in 1907 with total value $1,195,530 and average per building $3,854. This marks the greatest yearly building operation in city history, surpassing 1906 by $248,720 though the new hotel permit is not included. Monthly totals and averages are listed.

Henry W. Becker Public Works Becker Phenbad

Real Estate Transactions Show Strong 1807 Volume

County Recorder George Ashiley reports 1807 real estate activity totaling over 4.25 million dollars. Deeds, mortgages, and related instruments were filed including farm and lot mortgages, school fund mortgages, and cancellations, reflecting a robust year in property transfers and liens.

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1907 Bankruptcies Record Low In US History

The report notes 1907 saw fewer bankruptcy cases compared with prior years, influenced by the winding in effect of the new bankruptcy act. It mentions petitions filed and counts alongside references to the 1888 act and subsequent legal milestones.

Als Cord

Records of the Courts Monnte Clerk and court proceedings

Fragmented report notes various court activities, names, and civil and circuit cases. It references the year 85d, a total of 605 cases, and 842 civil items in the circuit court, with amounts and fees mentioned plus a continuation notice on Page 3.

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