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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1912

Page

12

Governor Marshall Launches 1912 Presidential Boom in Indiana

Indiana Governor Marshall plans to address the Indiana Democratic Editorial association banquet in Fort Wayne and outline his platform for the 1912 presidential race. Samuel M. Ralston, Indiana governor candidate, will deliver the keynote. Cyrus Cline and other local figures are slated to speak as part of the program.

Indianapolis Mir Il Marehall United States Indiana Democratic Editorial Association Bath Fort Wayne Port Wayne &Peech Samuel of Ralston Xoverter Marshall Ual Columbia City Princess Rink Morsnn‘l Olf Aetlli McLice Uch Deve Tellie Samuel MN. Halston Indiana Democracy Clins Plaia Civie

Roanoke News Briefs From Roanoke Township Memorials and Socials

Roanoke residents report large gatherings at Big Lake and Beach Grove for services and a June ice cream social. Funeral plans for Mrs Conier of Broxon Corner and the first outdoor cemetery observance are noted, with local clergy Rev Chancy Bell and Rev Booth leading services and WCTU planning events.

Ki Breen Michigan Big Lake Milton Hallman Wavatal Gs Tae Neriggs Wrestmen Shege Wi Losh Ainet Charley Young South Whitey Sohn Meyeharles Christy Milo Barr Fort Visited Sica Jacob Smith Posey Atul Smith Filla Mitch‘ali Jolliet, Ti Rep Toeneka Mra Robert Con Ier Broxon Corner Broxon Ge 'Satura Tellea Beach Grove Booth Wil Beach Girove Weir

Saloon Fight at Milford Enlists the No of Sen Proctor

Milford Indiana May 31 Alleging signers to remonstrance were not valid Senator Proctor Elk Hart Attorney McLaughlin Milford and Stookey Warsaw appeared in circuit court at Warsaw to fight the case. Court postponed as Senator Proctor cannot devote full time. Van Buren township remains wet under local option law. Licenses granted to James W Meyers and Jonah Schoafire but denied upon remonstrance by temperance forces. A large remonstrance copy, perhaps 35 to 40 names, transferred from earlier remonstrance. Licensing action suspended pending judge Bowser ruling.

Milford Ind Proctor Elkhart McLaughlin Stookey Warsaw Proctor Wrs Kosciusko County Eton van Burden Tornaliio James W. Meyers Jona Soafire Fremonstrance Fercea Enminigioners Lannon J. North Kondusko Myera and Meariet Commimsonera Bowser Konclusko North Acye Selena Ven Buren Samuel W. Rouse Watnew Alonso M. Lules Aho Tve Comjan

Black mail clerk whipped by mob in Mississippi

Laurel Mississippi May 33 W McAlpin a colored mail clerk reported being beaten by a mob on the railroad from here to Union. He says he was called from an eating house and at a point on Union railroad street a crowd of men with revolvers forced him to strip and whip him once more, shouting they wanted all Black people off his job. He was sent to relieve O J Parker, a white clerk.

Laurel Miss W. McAlpin Union Rellave O. J. Parker

Rev. B. Ruf Chosen Classis President

Decatur Ind May 3 Rev Be Rut of Fort Wayne was elected president of the thirteenth annual session of the Zion German Reformed Church and orphanage committee. A list of committee chairmen includes Rev Gohtner Vera Cruz religious services Rev Hesart Decatur reports Rev Borah Fort Wayne and others with various duties in church administration and education.

Decatur Ind Be Rut Fort Wayne Gebnaider Magley Steencar Gohtner Vera. Cruz Hesaért General Synod J. H. Borah Fark Wastas Synod of Northwest Zion Lessert Pailo Rehl Schmeider Mamiey Hut Bort Wayne J. Bosch Rev Kattan Berne

Hanly Attacks Roosevelt in Atlanta Debate

In Atlanta on May 1, former Indiana Governor Frank Hanly described Colonel Roosevelt as a “vung ter” and warned that without army and navy backing he would have devastated Mexico. The remark came during a debate with Richmond Pearson Hobson on sea control and naval power.

Atlanta Roosevelt Frank Hanly Indiana Richmond Pearson Hobson United States Hobson

Lillian Graham Seeks Heart Balm in New York Case

New York May a1. Ciltan oni bom, the whow girl who, Witteriel Conrad, who anquitted at the shard of having adomiied the life of WW i. D. Brokes, tied mull npathel Stolean to-day, anking ginnooh damagea for false and malicious prosecuition.

New York Ciltan Oni Bom Witteriel Conrad I. D Brokes Npathel Stolean Ginnooh

Gomez 10 Permit Marines to Land in Cuba Night Telegram

President Gomez telegraphed General Montengado from Havana detailing orders to allow American Marines to land on Cuban soil to guard foreign property. The army chief awaits a decisive move while battles near Santiago are reported with rebels killed and Cuban forces pressured in Oriente.

Havana Gomez Monteagudo Province of Oriente Insurgente Petapaners Battis Santi National Greate Thia Emmy Onrinues Havens Piedra le Montengado Havans Gorvez Congress Washington

Bridge construction collapse kills ten in Manila

Manila reports a steel bridge under construction for the Bungue railroad collapsed today killing ten and wounding several others. In a separate note, former Senator Beveridge opened Roosevelt campaign efforts in South Dakota with an address to residents, as observers anticipate a campaign update on Monday night by Governor Stubbs in Kansas.

Manila Jane Spbles Aateel Muapenaion Beveridge Indiana South Dakota Roosevelt Stubbs Kannas

Gibbons Beats Brennan In Ten Round Scramble

Cleveland May 31 Mike Gibbons outboxed Buffalo rival Knockout Brennan in a ten round welterweight bout. Brennan had bursts of offense but Gibbons landed the crisper blows and clinching defense kept Brennan at bay. Referee ruled Gibbons winner at 146 pounds.

Cleveland Ohio Mike Gibbons Brennan Buffalo St Paul Nelnis Gibbons

Release Given to Fort Wayne Pacific Baseball Figure

Bill Bailey, a popular Fort Wayne catcher, was released yesterday by manager Shavennessys. The move ends his two season stint with the Fort Wayne team. The roster had included high-priced catchers, cited as the reason for Bailey’s unconditioned release.

Bill Bailey Fort Wayne Shavennessys

No Telephones in Post Office at Columbus Ind

May 31 report from Columbus Indiana notes a new federal building costing 75000 dollars exists with showers plant lighting steam baths and marble interiors but no telephones installed in the structure. Public inquiries require travel to other offices for questions and service. Employee comments say staff adjusted to no phone use in the building.

Columbus Ind United States Rhea Marbla Atucco Finil Pontolftes Emyloyen

Refugees Reach Juarez After Rebel Run

Seventy five German and arty American refugees arrived at Juarez on a special train from Chihuahua. They said rebels provided a way out of Mexico only after persistent demands by Marion Letcher, the American consul.

Juarez Mexico Chihuahua Marion Letcher

Waiters Strike Expands Amid Riot Tension in New York

In New York on May 31, 4000 more waiters joined a strike bringing the total to about 4,099 as demonstrations erupted. The New International Hotel Workers Union sought recognition and higher wages, with 30 hotels and restaurants affected. Delmonico’s faced crowd jeers while police restrained the mob, and cooks faced harsh conditions described as Dante’s Inferno in the kitchen.

New York Addi Hon New International Hotel Workers’ Union Thatiaanin Cocka Cole Reduke Negroce Mrst Atrika Fifth Avenue Delmonico Aie Walters New Places

Foster Only Man From Indiana At Planning Meeting

D N Foster president of the Fort Wayne park board returned home from Boater after attending a city planning conference as Indiana’s sole representative. The gathering aimed to enhance municipal property and enterprise with a closing banquet at the City club of Bouton honoring speakers Dr Dwightills and ex Mayor Reyburn. Milwaukee was favored as next year’s convention host by the conferees.

D. N. Foster Board of Park Commissioners Boater Fort Warne Indiana City Club of Bouton Dwigdt Eeills Plymsouth Church Brooklyn Reyburn Philadelphia Milwaukee

New Directors Named for Union Traction Company

Stockholders in Anderson Indiana elect nine directors for Union Traction and Union Traction of Indiana at the general offices. Unanimous selections include Randall Mforesn Jand Levering Jones of Philadelphia and Harald B. Hinnon of Inglanepotis, among others. A organizational meeting for the ten-board is slated for next week. few eastern visitors attended.

Anderson Ind Union Traction Company of Indiana Randall Mforesn Jand Levering Jones Philadelphia Keeley Schoept Ciocknatt John 9. Frenzel Harald B. Hinnon Inglanepotis Philp Matter Afarion Frank C. Tall Munete R. J. Willman Hertford City Arthur ‘W. Brady Thea Frenant Ball Willman Union | Traction Company Pradecessore Union Traction Company Uda~son Traction Company Atockwold

City News Report On Fatal Hospital Incident

A chaotic city notice describes a woman named Bea injured during a dispute with her husband and a man named Kaplan. Paramedics and physicians treated injuries described as a fracture from a pole clash at the scene. The report notes police involvement and ongoing investigations.

Conscience Hurts Confesses Crime in Grand Rapids

Lenore the chidinge f consciance and Martin C. Van Buren of Shiomura confess to a crime in Grand Rapids. Van Buren traveled to the city to confess a forgery involving 160 in checks drawn at Went bank. He was arrested upon arrival and pleaded not guilty.

Grand Rapidd Mich Mayot Martin C. van Buren Shiomura Grand Rapids Clare Atunrty van Buren

Shriners Hear From Injured By Special Train Victims

A 1913 Shriners gathering in Los Angeles heard from Pearson Taylor and his wife and two children who were struck by a special train near Quincy California. Mrs Taylor suffered a dislocated hip and multiple injuries while one child faced brain injury and possible long recovery. Funds over $100 were raised by Shriners for medical care and hospital expenses.

Wayne Shriners Los Angeles K. L. Seaman Taylor Quincy Gal Bfer Ani Cel Raisady Shriners Anoue Jae Abante Yiver Romin Toan

Wolgast Sees Slight Shade On OBrien In Philadelphia Bout

The Philadelphia bout between champion Ad Wolgast and Young Jack OBrien ended with OBrien’s clever straight boxing edging Wolgast’s power as the match opened. In the second round Wolgast floored OBrien for a count of five before the bell, and the fight continued with Wolgast landing body blows that caused OBrien to wince. In Tulsa, Clarence Fernn of Kansas City defeated Paw Reman in a ten round bout.

Philadelphia Cheam Pion Ad Wolgast Jack O'Brien American Athletic Club Tejolsht tEany O'Brien Wolgast Tulsa Okla Fernn Kanane City Paw Reman Lua Aneel

Death notices for Hetweorth and Slater families in Fort Wayne

Deaths of Lucinia Welworth widow of Bichwell Haiworth reported at 7:49 PM at sister’s home 1176 Farmer Street. Surviving relatives include two daughters, a son, and a brother. Also obituary items for Mrs. Worthqulier, Mary and Blanche, and brother Manuel I. Masiman. Funeral plans indicate remains to Lafayet te with services Monday. Frederick Kirbard, 67, of 24 Gay Street, died from liver complications after Christmas. survived by widow Therosh, son Willinte, and a German stepdaughter. funeral arrangements to follow after son Wiar’s arrival. Also notices for WW Tegorn with Scottish Rite cathedral services Monday and interment at New Haven O.F. Cemetery.

Hetweorth Lucinia Welworth Bichwell Haiworth Lido Furthmlllar Farmer Street Dasa Sfo Ant Holworth Thie Adama Towneally New Haven Worth-qulier Edea Mostan Aude Mmanwel Masiman Bluffton Gratar Wdlth B. Slater Elger Slater Grant Avenua Yaaturday Frederick Iirbach Gay Street Kirbard Waa Germany Fort Wayne Therosh Willinte Bolae Idaho Germanys Enute Wil Ba Wiiar Tegorn Intar

Arkansas Governor Calls Out Militia for Boxing Ban

A detachment of militia and eight squads of deputy constables and deputies halted a scheduled boxing match in Little Rock on May 31. Governor Donaghey had announced Arkansas would ban boxing, yet the bout proceeded and John White, manager of the club and several boxers were arrested and later released on their own recognizance.

Little Rock Ark Miliia Govenor Donaghey Arkansas John White Gub

Graduates Recital at Library Hall Honors St Augustine's Academy

Graduates from St Augustine's Academy presented an artistic recital at Library Hall in the evening. Performers Olive Slug Amoia Cantiyre Mine Maris Katherine Sommers Sine Helene DevMla Clifford wowed a large audience with piano solos and duets, praising their training under the Sisters of Providence. Bishop Herman J. Alerdin and Rev. John Quinlan lauded the program, noting it reflects the academy's growing artistic tradition and promising talent.

St Augustine's Academy Amoia Cantiyre Maris Kathering Sommers Sine Helene DevMla Clifford Prnisten Wie Grace Barra Mise Pauline Dove Viella Traumered Schumann Biles Ansen Mommer Killarney Uppescaance Thule Silas Sommers Miss Centlivre Ravina Miss Clifford Chopin Miss Sommers Jonleetti-Lenchetitsky Adleera icDowell Choplo Aude Misa Centilver Weber jMinses Clifford Centlivre Beethoven Sommers Cifford Sisters of Providence John R. Quinlan Imanipulate Conception Herman J. Alerdinalka Mather Quinten Han Brent St. Augustine’s Academy Ikwett Ilmita Joan Areu Bayort Simon M. Yann Church Munle Fronoty A. Gnibba Cathndral Michael Alchinger St. Poxters Siatera

Decoration Day Notes From Decatur and Nearby

A Decatur news page lists local visitors and homecomings including Dan Cook Basanath Unger and Bibert McConnakey visiting Fort Wayne. Margaret Louthan returned from Fort Wayne for Decoration Day events with the R C group. Residents like Reinler, Cine, Cline and others are mentioned with travels and social gatherings. John Stoneburner and family of the Star Theatre presented a gold candlestick at an annual treat. The piece notes soldiers and wives distributing coffee and sandwiches with badges during Decoration Day observances and details several social engagements and invitations for Lilian Meyers and others ahead of upcoming nuptials.

Montogritia Vince Meg Cine Siler Vialtheea Wo EL Smit George Cline John Stoneburner Stoneburners Star Theatre Ativan Akeo Ant Sohatey Paterson Philly Kode Milter Flehtington Ode Lette Pallenkamp Lilian Meyers Luna Mr. An Rf Kuebler Atpa Christens Ashljek Ashljek and Son. Jere, | Tha| Misnen Maymourd Adelaide Dallinger and Rose Center Weber and Pies Jubilee Company Pact Wvarne

Buried Typewriter Papers Found Near Fort Wayne Site

Fragmentary notice reports discovery of typewriter papers and a printing firm reference at 114 118 Washington Blvd Fort Wayne. The readable fragments mention a family event and an address in Indiana with unclear names and dates.

Fort Wayne Washington Blvd

United States war ships now proof against collisions

The North Carolina at Portsmouth yard gains a compressed air system to flood damaged compartments and push out water, enabling rapid sealing and temporary buoyancy. Engineers note the method could extend to other vessels, with costs potentially under a thousand dollars per ship.

George Clinton Washington United States North Carolina Portsmouth Navy Yard Cape C Marah North Carolla Marek Count Dreseed Sirwan Walla'st Hes Bean North Carolna Utah Andrews Lloyd's Marsh

Little Girl Faints From Excitement At Race

Jessie Winning, daughter of Mr and Mrs George Winning, fainted from excitement while watching a girls race at Bloomingdale school. She was carried to a shady spot and revived by first aid.

Jessie Winning George Winning Bloomingdale Short Land

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