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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1909
Page
4
City reporters note that heavy rains improved county roads and highways for motorists. The surplus water boosted auto travel and the sight of vehicles is now as common as cows and horses on rural lanes.
Scattered reads indicate the death of six parents including Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin F. Hrawn near Decatus. Report notes a police inquiry and mentions a commemoration from Nis paaremte. Local coverage references a transfer to Oleaboma and an investigation into the causes, with some names listed among those connected to the event.
Dr Evan Son, brother of Chas J Evanson Sons clothing, fled his home in Columbia City to Shriner Lake seven miles away amid nervous trouble. He had recently returned from Rome City treatment and had left his practice in Cle ni a year ago. He was found later and brought home.
My Kine News reports two young victims from Columbia City killed near the Fort Wayne home of Edward Weeth. The deceased were well known locally. one was age about eleven, the other around fourteen. The killer is described as a Grand Kapite member from Fort Wayne, with authorities planning to bring the case for trial in the county.
A Des Moines letter reports widespread demand for a compound melon seed medicine touted as Dr. Nott’s cure. Frank Johnson of Red Oak shares a testimonial after spending thousands on doctors, claiming relief after three bottles. An Iowa druggist reportedly bought a carload. Fort Wayne stores could not confirm stock.
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