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Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1916

Page

2

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette backs Fairbanks in Chicago race

The Fort Wayne Journal Gazette voices Hoosier loyalty while endorsing General Fairbanks as the preferred Republican candidate for the Chicago convention. It argues harmony matters, criticizes noncommittal rivals, and predicts voters will decide in November amid a crowded field and party tensions.

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Centennial plans spark bold promises and strict rules

Officials vow a lengthy, disciplined centennial celebration, defending stringent safety and display regulations as essential. Former Senator James A. Hemenway is elected to the national committee from Illinois by Chicago delegates, while Earl Kitchener’s death shocks the nation and is noted as a major toll since the war.

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Harnessing Water Power to Fuel Industry

The article argues the United States sits on vast untapped water power and natural resources, urging private enterprise and legislative changes to secure investment. It notes current policy delays while others develop their waters, warning against exploitation yet calling for secure, accessible capital to unlock new factories and jobs.

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Doubtful Leader to Assume Role in City Activities

Fragmentary text suggests uncertainty about a leader named Will stepping forward to guide ongoing theatre or city activities in Kitchener. The source references a potential replacement affecting the troupe and local events, with no clear dates or additional names provided.

Kitchener Raine

Chicago Expected to Stage Dramatic Republican Convention

A vivid prose preview describes Chicago as a theatre for the Republican National Convention drama, with imagery of crowds, riots, and political leaders in tense anticipation of a pivotal event in a charged city scene.

Col. Watterson Courier-Tourenal Chicago Haymarket

FIGHTING THE CAMPAIGN UNDER NEW RULES

The New York World reports that business thrives under current conditions as Democrats govern and Republicans fear loss. Banks, railroads, farmers, and labor show record activity with orders booked into next year. Prosperity persists despite partisan rule, forcing campaign strategy to shift away from the old dinner-pail issues.

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Butler Praises National Currency, Indiana Prosperity

Fort Wayne politician George A. Butler extols the Owen-Glass currency act as a cornerstone of business stability. He cites deposits, farm product prices, and widespread confidence in state finance, claiming record prosperity and ongoing banking strength across Indiana.

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Its Loyalty to Reform Fueled by Campaign zeal

A long patriotic piece extols the Democratic administration for fulfilling platform pledges. It lauds currency and tariff measures, the federal trade commission and income tax, and claims debt reduction and fiscal prudence. The article asserts broad voter support and highlights Indiana, Ohio, and Minnesota as benchmarks, with praise for reduced tax rates and state finances, including a low overall tax burden.

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Fire Discovered In West Van Skirep Street Auto

In Columbia City Sinn RTH fre department fought a peculiar auto fire at the Turnworth Bros. shop on West Van Skirep Street. Volunteers Joe Burnworth and Eugene Mosher were nearby when an explosion within the touring car sent smoke through the building. They pushed the car outside, used a chemical extinguisher, and contained the blaze before the oil tank ignited.

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Traction Company Display At Exposition Grounds

Fort Wayne and Northern Indiana Traction company showcases a comprehensive lighting booth at the exposition grounds. A foremost exhibit features a reconstructed Longcourt house lighting system and demonstrations of washing machines vacuum cleaners and other appliances. An Edison Lamp Works engineer attends the display and highlights the intricate demonstrations attracting visitors and dignitaries alike.

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Ownership Change at Journal Gazette in Bluffton

Editorial note reports the Bluffton Journal Gazette changing hands. Lew Ellingham becomes editor at Fort Wayne based Journal Gazette with John H. Heller taking over the Decatur Democrat. Edward G. Hoffman joins as Fort Wayne attorney and partner. Moynihan and his wife sold their stake. Ellingham to reside in Fort Wayne and oversee the paper.

Columbia City Post Journal-Gazette A. J. Moynihan Don Lew Ellingham Edward G. Hoffman Fort Wayne Ellingham Deputur John H. Heller Journal Gazette Billingham Indiyanapolili Stat Journal Gavelle Tournal-Gazette Eningham Holman Flo Journal-Gavette Indiana Moynihan i-Gazette Port Wayne Indianapolis Cl Wryne Journal-Gagette Lewlingham Wells County Maried Suefue Aloin Heller Mr. Klingham Vecatur Democrat Company Bluffton Mr. Ellingham Mr. Heller Clim Lipkey Frank Holloway Journal-Gnzetts Eilingham Biuffian Triana Law Ellingham Hod Wisner Fort Wayne Journal Gazette Ell[Ingham Decatur Democrat John H. Heiler Ian Ellignham Duingham John Até Democrat Risa Con Hamman Andrew Moynihan Daily Avind jJournal-Cazette

Dancing Pavilion Opens at Exposition Grounds

Dancing Pavilion opens at Exposition grounds starting Monday at 11 a m and continuing until Saturday night at 12 p m Ross Franklin's orchestra, finest open air floors in the state, will headline the event attracting crowds.

Exposition Grounds Ross Franklin

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