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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1911

Page

8

Great Honor Paid Cardinal Gibbons in Baltimore

In Baltimore on June 6 Cardinal Gibbons received a grand civic tribute. Notables including President Taft, former President Roosevelt, Chief Justice White, Ambassador Bruce, Speaker Clark, and Senator Root attended, praising his long service to church and country as crowds filled the 15,000 seat armory.

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Prison bill targets factory closures for political impact

Washington June 6. Rep Baehne Indiana proposes penalties up to $5000 or five years for threats or coercion by corporation managers or others to influence members of Congress or close mills for political purposes. Rep Belma adds penalties for employers who intimidate employees in elections. Underwood says he was warned that allowing unrest in the steel industry could close Birmingham mills and hurt his political standing.

Washington Underwop Steel Trust Baehne Indiana Congress Belma Underwood Birmingham Ald

Chicago Weddings Void Declares Judge Dateline Peddler License Conflicts

Chicago authorities faced a wedding surge deemed largely illegal as a judge voided numerous marriages at the city’s wedding parlors. The piece notes conflicts between county and city processes, a judge outside Chicago being invited to marry, and a push to regularize June marriages with a county offer to charge for officiant services. The report mentions Justice Stacey in Evanston, the county building, and Sheriff Zimmer’s role in coordinating June ceremonies.

Chicago Jane Willate Stacey Evanston Win Stacey Phily Fignmin Tudor Cooper

Waters Near Clear on Maine Battle Ship Recovery Efforts

The first phase of lifting the battleship Maine began at 3 pm with pumping reducing water inside the rear fortum cofferdam. Crews report a visible stretch of the starboard quarter deck and no sign of leakage as pumping plans resume June 13 before a minute survey and continued work over three to four weeks.

Havana Juni

Roosevelt Backstage For 1912 Campaign

Washington June 4 Prestdens Tats In his canndses for the presidential nomination in 1912 will receive the undwelted endorsement of former President Theodore Roosevelt. Reports say Taft has received strong backing and Roosevelt may stay neutral or back Taft, with insiders noting a warm personal friendship between the two leaders. A meeting in Baltimore between Taft and Roosevelt was reportedly arranged, suggesting strategic talks about the campain’s direction. Continued on Page 10.

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Rane Heads War Veterans Address on Memorial Day Fees

War veterans group heads to the legislature urging a law to prohibit admission fees for Memorial Day events and entertainment. George W. Powell of Indianapolis criticizes automobile races and athletic exhibitions on Decoration Day. testimony referred to the legislative committee. De Terre Haute and Fort Wayne speakers noted with limited opposition.

George VW. Powell Indianapolls de Terre Haute Wiliam Ranke Fort Wayne

War delegates elect department commander in state event

Unanimous election saw Charles F.iltmer of Sour Bend succeed T. J. Louder of Bloomington as department commander. Frank Walst of Lafayette withdrew from senior vice commander, and Herman C. Kelm of Lafayette won junior vice commander. Whbne Erna of Muncie elected judge recite and Joan Morrison of Lafayette defeated W. Harnett for department surgeon. James Fy HI of Muncie chosen marshal and A. L. Littell of Jeffersonville, vice, with no inspector. Delegates Bailey Vincennes Walsh Frayates and E H Blaer chosen for the delegation to Oklahoma City in August. Parade ended with a military street pageant and serpentine procession. more than 5,600 attended.

T. J. Louder Bloomington Charles F. 2Iltmer Sour Bend Frank Walst Lafayette Genlar Herman C. Kelm Tuffayette Kelm Triearly Harvey Anarshal A. L. Littell Jettersonvite James E. Bailey Vincennes Frank J. Walsh Frayates W. Blaer Huntington Oklahoma City Aurual Militar Greerim Meridai Wayne Lal Orien

Supreme Court to revise equity rules to curb delays

Washington June 6 Chief Justice White announced a committee to revise the rules of equity practice in U S courts. Members include Justices White Lorton and Van Devanter. The reform aims to modernize ancient chancery procedures blamed for delays and high costs.

Washington Cniet Justles White Tihmors Fhite

Fragmentary election slate from Toledo and Montpelier

Fragmentary OCR lists officers and members for a local American organization. Names like Dr. Smish as vice president and George W Spohn as secretary appear, with unclear locations Toledo Montpelier and partial roles. The text hints at a forthcoming semiannual meeting and farming or social group activities.

Follemtog Ifauident Aw Smish

DRYS WIN RST AT MUNCIE IN REMONSTRANCE CASE

REPORTER NOTES THE DRYS WIN FIRST ROUND IN COUNTY COURTROOM AS WET Faction MOVES TO STRIKE REMONSTRANCES. ATTORNEYS FOR WETS CLAIM SIGNATURES WERE INVALID IN SIXTEEN WARDS AND REQUEST JUDICATURE? IMPACT OF CITY VOTE IN COUNTY OPTION ELECTION AND DELIBERATIONS CONTINUE WITH COURT FOCUS ON PROTESTS AND EVIDENCE. THE PUBLIC GATHERS TO FOLLOW THE DAY'S HEARING.

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Herman Goes 10 Prison for Assault on Boy

Auburn jury convicts Daniel Mermayn of aggravated assault on a boy after a one day trial. He is sentenced to state prison for fourteen years. Prosecutor cites Mermayn’s prior criminal history and a prior escape.

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Steel Data and Inquiry Into Steel Trust Mentioned

The Senate inquiry into the United States Steel corporation drew statements from Chairman Stanley and others. The administration and Attorney General reportedly did not favor a formal resolution, while Parker of Nashville urged action before the Judiciary Committee. Read continuation on Page 10 Column 1.

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Local Weather Forecast Feels Mild With Moderate Winds

The forecast calls for generally fair weather with light to moderate winds. Temperatures range from the mid 60s to mid 70s, with a highest around 78 and recent rainfall near 8 inches noted yesterday.

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Twelfth District Clubs Pledge Service and Reform

A Port Wayne meeting of the Twelfth District clubs showcased pledges to social service and education reform. Speakers highlighted child labor, school inspection, and the value of women’s involvement in education and local governance, with emphasis on federal and state cooperation.

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Sugar hires Han who uncovered frauds in customs

Secretary MacVeagh announced that Cieries FP Montgomery will head the customs service, praised for uncovering sugar frauds and recovering about 2 million dollars in lost duties for the federal treasury. The move forms part of a broader rehabilitation plan for the company.

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June Goes to a Sherman Collision Near Columbus

A traffic collision on the Pennsylvania railroad tonight involves eight freight cars and two passenger trains. The incident causes severe injuries and apparent deaths linked to a New York connection. several persons are injured. Police and rail officials investigate the wreck and assess damages along the line.

Columbus

Fort Wayne Loses Eagles Convention In Cadence Shuffle

A three-fourths caucus at the state Eagles convention in Logansport tonight chose Indianapolis as the next convention city. A regular meeting place for the order was designated, ending Fort Wayne’s bid and outlining the capital as the next gathering site.

Fort Wayne Eagles Logansport Indianapolis

Lightning Claimed Dexter Plowman Tinssell Young

Tinssell Young, son of Supervisor Young, was killed by lightning while plowing near Dexter, Missouri. A wife’s dress was torn from her during the event.

Effingham Tinssell Young Dexter Supervisor Young

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