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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1909
Page
1
In Marion a fight between two brothers in law, Conny Alonan and William Piney, led to a pistol duel. Several shots were fired and Alonan was fatally wounded, with Piney injured. Police say the shooting was in self defense. Memorial exercises were held at Waterloo with several speakers and readings.
The executive seeks to push labor reforms over Governor Hanly, with the accounting board set to rule by June 30. Notices posted in Wheeling and Elwood mills declare operations open after June 30, 1904, with non union workers affected. Governor argues acts unconstitutional and may test them in court.
A frail notice from Auburn states a physician aged 34 to 40 appears critically ill after an operation. Local updates indicate the operation succeeded but the doctor remains in critical condition with recovery unlikely and prospects uncertain.
Lebanon Indiana reports Boone County voters split amid Prohibition battle as women turnout limited. Observers note a neck and neck race with rain and fog delaying results. by noon outside townships deserted polls while many automobiles carried voters across the county. Strong centers were Thorntown Advance Whitestown.
Bluffton Ind June 1 The reunionty commencement was held this afternoon in the Grand theater with 141 graduates, 72 boys and 73 girls. De SD Pena president for Antioch College Ohio wrote the commencement address. Robertd Aluy state superintendent could not be present to present diplomas. all were present but three Wart Salls Gladye DeLoe and Teuth Jainson.
A garbled notice reports the death of Ink Tone TMwaberh aged nine, daughter of Casuto Geant of War Mod of Lis Vewa Ne Moy. The fragment mentions a murder accusation and a court action tied to Mr. Grant, with the mother’s death referenced and the funeral held in Warsaw.
A barn near Auburn was struck by lightning causing significant damage. The incident, described in local dispatches, notes the insured loss and involvement of a regional insurer. Authorities estimate costs around $1,000 with coverage through Wannery Mutual.
Live lobsters soft shell crabs black bass and spring chicken highlight Hof Brau’s special dinner from 11 to 2 25. The event offers a varied seafood and poultry lineup attracting diners seeking value and choice.
A city auto crash on Culhan Street involved Christin Blobold and other locals during a late night event. Police arrested Sive Bold for speeding as the party dispersed, while a separate court hearing centered on William Cromwell and the Panama transfer, with testimony from editors and lawyers on government investigations and press ethics.
The court debates whether a newspaper publisher can face civil or criminal liability for content. Judge Anderson notes civil liability may apply to the paper’s actions. criminal liability requires proof of malice. Discussion covers ownership, responsibility of editors, and whether absence of the publisher excuses criminal charges.
The contract for twenty organs and associated machinery for the new Cathedral of the Sacred Rite at Washington and Clinton streets was awarded to Renarth Organ Company of Rhode Island. Installation is due by October 1. The ceremony occurred at a buildings committee meeting with Arch Donte of Indianapolis speaking. D L Greaney heads Wayne Tent Maccabees with annual election of officers and a smoker following.
The fragment references B. P. Wright as first master of the stated order, Charles Miler as second master of the guard, and W. Renit Ferguson with a note about a press chemist. It mentions Amis Jaeger of Chicago, once a servant in an archduke’s service, and John Salvator, a Painesville machinist, tied to a late 19th century noble context.
Audiences at the Majestic enjoy late shows as long as they please. The current season struggles to sell out, with limited seating and crowded performances. The program features The Thones in their musical novelty and Searles anul Geursy on Thursday. Tickets list start times at 8 and 2:5 o'clock.
Reported lines appear as garbled verses mentioning Maxwell and a city scene. The readable fragments reference a lyric or poem with names and places but lack coherent narrative. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities form a complete summary.
State Labor Commissioner Harry Slough and labor leaders met in Evansville after Indianapolis talks failed to yield an immediate settlement. No company response was received, and the conference adjourned without a clear resolution. Meanwhile, a warrant was sworn for motorman George Croft on brownhouing charges related to a brick attack on a street car, with multiple arrests following the strike-related disturbances.
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