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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1908

Page

8

Jury Drawn for Trial of Herman Miller in Murder Case

In a county court, Herman Miller, former town marshal, faces murder charges. A special venire of 100 talesmen was drawn, 95 remain. many object to capital punishment. Judge O Rourke adjourned as defense exhausted peremptory challenges. opening evidence to begin shortly.

Herman Miller Ray McCrory John A. Bird Lafayette Township Charles W. Buck Wiliam Iagan Thomas Goodburn Effiler Columbus Croy John Daily Basilt Alien County Chile Biller Geushters R. Ervin Homer C. Gaderwood Albert E.thomas Jeimes A. Robinson Talesenen William Grotrain Mundigan Tawnenip Patrick Bulger Ruts Zeis Springfishd Portmaeter Chapman Woodburn Surgman O'Roerke Promptis Crouse Zels George Mayer Madleon Teepanse

Methodist Episcopal conference ends rush at Baltimore

The Baltimore conference closed a busy day with routine business and major changes. It abolished the presiding elder title in favor of district superintendent and set into motion disciplinary reforms, including removing bishops from hearings on heresy in seminaries and creating oversight by annual conferences. The session also approved a new probation system and discussed ecumenical council preparations for 1911.

Bataimore Pasang Alt Judiciary Committee Perdons Itmes Buckley Committee On Scumentcal Council Board of Bishops Methodist Episcopal Church Ecumenical Council In America General Conference Board of Foreigt Tmissioner Methodist Church Mar Hinckley Gaitenell Central New York Conference Central New York Mitchell Mitchel Bexiln T He Gilver Methodist Episcopal Missionan Korea Cranston

Newspaper account of a Chicago theft and pursuit

A Black man named Willem Johnson is suspected in a burglary at the McMillan home and a neighbor's residence. He was chased by Patrolman Rustell after shots were fired to halt him, then knocked down by Patrolman Cheviron and bystander Louie Jaap. About $41.40 in change and a saved watch were recovered. the watch proved Mr. McMillan's property. Johnson denied intent, was taken to the transfer corner, and later to police headquarters for identification.

Willem Johnson Chicago Millan Clinton Treat Tellow McMillan Prion John Tan McMilan Edward Kleindinst Kigindinat Johnson Cerhour Street Whet Martin Rustell Jonnaon Rondell Frank Cheviron Louie Jaap Cheviron Omeers Rundell Riegel Ana

Death of James K. Jones former Arkansas senator

Former United States Senator James K. Jones of Arkansas died in Washington at sixty nine after a brief illness. A Confederate veteran and long time Democrat, he shaped campaigns for Bryan in 1896 and 1900 and led the party as national committee chairman. He served in the Senate three terms until 1903 and later practiced law in Washington.

Washington Janes James K. Jones Arkansas Willian Bryan Senate Jones Dirs. Leonard Corrigan Mississippi James &. Jones Dallas County State Senate James S National Democratic al- Anoush Jonas Dette

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette Circulation Sworn Statement

The Fort Wayne Journal Gazette publishes a sworn circulation statement for May showing 485,631 average. It confirms the publisher and circulation manager certify the figures as true and correct before a notary on the stated date in Fort Wayne.

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Leader’s death shocks Ark senator’s audience in Alliangns

In Alliange Neb a telegraph from Washington delivered sad news to Democratic listeners as the Associated Press reporter read of Senator James J Jones Arkansas died in Washington The slain leader long chaired the party’s national campaign and helped shape the 1924 Chicago convention fight, prompting renewed debate on political leadership Continue to page 4 Goldberg

Washington Tioogevsu Chicago Taft Roosevelt Alliangs Atr. Geyan Associated Presa James KO. Jones James J. Jones Arkansas Tones Hima

Bryan Tells How Roosevelt Re publicans Adopted Democratic Ideas

In Albion Nebraska Bryan's Nebraska tour spanned Chadron Crawford and other towns with eight speeches amid large crowds. He defended Roosevelt, argued the money should not own the man, praised Oklahoma deposit protections, and noted Republican shifts toward Democratic ideas amid calls for trust prosecutions.

Bryan Roosevelt Avilant J. Bryan Chadron Alfance Snes Nebraska Mr. Bryan Hwa Presiment Republican Party Rensblaart Party Wall Street Congress

Pomeroy Succeeds Welsheimer in Auburn Appointment

Auburn Indiana June 1 Commissioners appointed J. B. Pomeroy to succeed F. L. Welsheimer as DeKalb County attorney who is leaving for Gary. Pomeroy is a prominent Auburn attorney who has served in this capacity before. The board comprised five Republicans and one Democrat, making a Republican successor seem natural.

Eist Auburn Ind Dekalb F. L. Welsheimer Gary JI. BE Pomeroy Mgr. Pomeroy Board of Commissioners

Greene Sold Stolen Horses in Chicago

A report from Chicago notes that Indiana officers tracing a case linked eleven horses shipped to Chicago to Robert Greene of Waynetown. The bank official was arrested in Indianapolis for horse stealing. Willetts arrived in Chicago to help locate the stolen stock. The horses were found aboard a ship and identified by authorities.

Chicago Attica Fountain County Indiana Indianapolis Robert Greene Waynetown Ind Willetts Hotee Jivatory Atte Union Atuck A Canaries

Touring Car Wreck Near Kendallville in Mire

A touring car became stuck in mire near Kendallville while passing a sinkhole. A man from Rockford, Michigan, was involved and required assistance to be freed. The incident halted travel and led to a lengthy delay as teams attempted to extract the vehicle.

Ely Mr. Wate Taleatt Rockford Wauseon

All Eyes on Warstiall Warms Indiana Democratic Campaign

Richmond Ind Democrats prepare for a major banquet honoring Governor nominee Homan Marshall and other state officers. The speech plan centers on tariffs liquor and finance, with Marshall given a wide remit to shape the campaign. A. Jackson, Greenfield state chairman, may speak. Pettia A Teedy chairs proceedings. The event signals renewed Democratic vigor as contrasts with Republican county to township options emerge.

Richmond Ind Colisaum Homan Marshall Lane Table Ifse A. &. Jackson Greenfield Indiana Pettia Democrata Delver Mershall Inca

Investigation Under Way After Swindle Confession

Ina LaPorte and Jutias Trueleon are tied to a Texas swindle case. Prosecutor Smith and Sheriff Smutzer, after reviewing a confession and Texas briefing, launch a broad inquiry into the three year career of the man. Lamphere, linked to the confession, remains calm, gaining weight in jail as he lounges, eats, and reads.

Laporte Ina Tuna Jutias ‘Trueleon Vernon Tex Smith Smutzer Texas Lamphere Truzleon

Vice President and Mrs Fairbanks Return to Indianapolis on Train

Vice President and Mrs Fairbanks and Governor and Mrs Hank arrived in Indianapolis together on the same train today. The vice president and his wife traveled from Washington while Governor Hank and his wife came from Baltimore to attend the Methodist conference.

Indianapolis Ind Fairbanks Hank Noop Washington Baltimore

Weather forecast for Indiana Michigan and Ohio regions

Forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday calls for showers in Indiana with possible heavy rain overnight and southeast winds. Ohio expects partly cloudy skies with showers and fresh east to southeast winds. Lower Michigan predicts showers on Tuesday with cooler conditions and strong southeast winds on Thursday and Wednesday.

Washington Indiana Ragone Lower Michison

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