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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1911
Page
6
A Sunday morning storm struck Trinity Church, injuring several worshipers and blackening clothing and skin. Lightning disrupted organ, lights, and telephones, sending parishioners into partial panic before candles were lit for the service.
Weather forecast shows mixed conditions across the country with higher temperatures expected in northern areas and continued warmth in the west. Winds are light to moderate from the south, showers possible in the east, and generally fair conditions in western regions. The public forecast notes no cooling trend likely this week and highlights high temperatures persisting into the coming days.
Vera Cruz Mexico June 4 The war is officially over and General Bernardo Reyes arrives from Havens to aid in restoring Beate He is seen as a potential president with army backing His reception is modest as the crowd mostly supports Maderistas Reyes speaks from a balcony thanking supporters and smiles amid bayonet shaped whiskers and ruddy cheeks
At Tordeon and along the railway, Francisco Madero Jr and his party were greeted by 30,000 residents including many Americans and foreigners. Bombs and cannon fired as 6,000 ex-insurrectos lined the tracks to cheer the Madero entourage. Madero spoke to about 24,000 people at stops, with his mother and sisters aboard and many political and military leaders joining the celebration.
In Mexico City and Juarez on June 4, rebels push to greet Francisco I Madero as forces tighten around Cuernavaca and detachment troops move toward barracks. President De La Barra attends the day’s events while delays in Avila’s Columbia trip spark fresh uncertainty. Americans report crossing the river amid rain and smoke from recent fighting.
Postmaster General Hfrubtad has decided to extend the postal savings system to 130 officers weekly and designate at least 1,000 depositaries by July 1. The current list includes Bloomington Best Cityga and Fin wood, Ind.
Greek and Turkish forces clashed near Dereil in contested frontier territory. Five Turks were reportedly led in an incident as border tensions flared. The brief notes a violent border encounter with military involvement and remains incomplete on details.
Nearly four million people witnessed the inauguration of a magnificent monument to King Victor Emmanuel in Rome. The celebration included the swearing in of the constitution that unites Italy. King Victor Emmanuel, Queen Helena, and Margherita, along with royal family members, attended their first official function since King Humbert's death. The monument cost 320 BOTAN units.
New York reports the centenary of Harriet Beecher Stowe to be marked across the nation on June 14 with services and remembrances. The article notes Stowe's rise from modest beginnings to a prolific author and details early royalties and sales figures for Uncle Tom's Cabin.
A half remembered report from Indiana tells of a woman thief leading a band of horse thieves. Rose Berry, captured by Sheriff Staley, is said to have altered horse colors with dye to steal and export them. She is described as cultured and an painter of landscapes and portraits.
A Vacation Necessity invites readers to follow the Journal-Gazette on the go this summer and read the issue the day it is published. It mentions flexible address changes by mail or by calling the Circulation Manager.
Passengers aboard the White Star Steamship Celtic reported sighting a formidable sea creature near New York harbor. They described a fast aquatic animal with wings or red feet, seen rising from the water and then diving, sparking renewed tale of sea serpent legends.
The International Typographical Union No 78 plans a state convention in Fort Wayne on July 16. A committee led by Dr Bellar was appointed to handle arrangements, inviting international officers and organizing meetings and entertainment for about fifty delegates and numerous voters expected.
President Taft arrives in Fort Wayne with a delay in Chicago after a busy sequence of receptions speeches and feasts. The train No. 16 carries the president and party including Walter T Fisher and secretary Hiltes. A brief outside appearance meets a waning crowd before the return to Washington.
Washington June 4 The court rule upholds duty on all animals including poodles and horses under the Payne-Aldrich tariff. The decision states Americans returning with pets or equipment must pay full duty, with limited allowances. Enforcement could affect cross-border movement and commerce, prompting talk of congressional amendments.
Don Bergaman, a Pleasant Lake resident and Rome City blacksmith aged about 23 to 31, drowned in the narrows of Pleasant Lake Rome City. Siler C. Beall rescued the body from the waters within about 30 minutes. The coroner was summoned and authorities awaited arrival.
Four men drowned when a Baseline steamer capsized in the Mississippi River near here. The identified dead include John Dietrich, 16, a clerk. August Dlasterbrook, 42, a rover. and Charles Totsch, 42, a butcher. The fourth man’s name and home are not learned, and the bodies have not yet been recovered. Accident blamed on overcrowding.
Salt Lake City reports a launch capsized near the lake on June 4 killing six aboard. Among the drowned were Vera Brown the prospective bride and Captain Frank Brown’s two children along with Edward B Holmes. One body, Vera Stowp, was recovered later that night with others still missing.
Harry Knolle, vice president of Mound City Chair Co. in St Louis, and a companion were killed when struck by an electric trolley on the Armuna Granille and St Louis Tractian line. Knolle’s daughter Mille, identified by her mother, was severely injured. The wreckage halted traffic as authorities recovered bodies and investigated the crash. In a separate note, Gilberto Crespo Martinsz was named ambassador to Washington, succeeding Manuel De Samoquina Inclan, likely to return to Cordona as government’s special agent.
New York June 4 Judge Gary publicly released his remarks on a luncheon with iron and steel leaders at the Metropolitan Club. He urged continued price cooperation and steadier prices while warning against substantial cuts that harm workers and profits. He discussed wages, production costs, and the Standart decision implications.
In Newark New Jersey June 4 a semi professional baseball melee ended with a fatal stabbing as one man was stabbed in the throat and died en route to the hospital. Nine alleged participants in the row were arrested.
William Randolph Hearst sues Robert Collier, alleging libel in ColIier's Weekly article. The piece allegedly defends an advertisers bargain and misstates Hearst's actions, with Hearst claiming the article harmed his reputation and business.
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