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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1921
Page
14
The article outlines preparations and tensions around boxing rivals Dempsey and Carpentier as they train for a likely high stakes match. It notes conditioning, sparring gaps, and the mental strain on camp members while hinting at expected styles and outcomes.
Local weather data for Port Wayne shows temperatures, barometer readings, precipitation, and wind notes. Recorded highs and lows, midnight to noon trends, and daily summaries indicate a cool period with variable humidity and mild precipitation in the latest segment.
Wells County approves county education board member for another year amid Farmers Federation backing. Local divorce filings reveal disputes including cruelty claims and requests for support. Separate notices announce marriage plans and upcoming meetings of Knights groups and local civic events.
A Muncie constable was held for shooting after an incident near a railway deree five. The constable allegedly fired and struck William Coopers, leaving him prisoner in a shed. Latent injuries were reported as serious with a projected recovery time.
Contracts were awarded for paving eight streets with Trinidad or Mexican sheet asphalt and curb work. Grace Construction won all street bids. A pump and condenser for No 4 pumping station were bid on but not awarded. Permits granted for driveways and sidewalks. Remonstrance against Rey street paving priced. Assessment rolls approved for paving and sidewalk projects.
In Curt Police Court Judge Mungovan reviewed a neighborhood fracas over verbal epithets near the Wolfe and Crawford homes. Mes La Vion Crawford faced charges but was dismissed after witnesses testified of neighborly meddling. A warning was issued to keep peace. Frank Bradshaw and Leslie Baker were fined for disorderly conduct tied to the Hone eel case and intoxicated behavior.
Huron A. Sinsson was arrested by Detectives Sergeants Godfrey and Krabill after questioning. He admitted forging checks and claimed a personal matter led to the incident. Extradition waived. Jackson officers to take custody on forgery charges.
An intoxicated motorist, after failing to stop for an officer, fled through traffic and police sped to detain him. He was arrested on a traffic violation, promised to come to court, then allegedly attempted to drive again while impaired, leading to a charge upgrade to operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.
Oliver Mirah was arrested by Officer Cormick for alleged disorderly conduct in the Shermay Leaei and Chee Shen Quad area. Police report he rode through the neighborhood frightening residents, with complaints noting harassment near a brick yard and other disturbances.
Monday morning in OMe and KE region two youths were arrested after an altercation over private catches near Base Wet. Warden Rodney Fiening and Officer Hoppe are reported to have detained the men briefly before release, as police investigated alleged violations and warned of possible charges.
A vehicle strike injured a young girl near the nape of her neck as reported in a fragmented note. The event references several local names and places including Weiser, Garner, and Buchanan sheets, with unclear details and timing. Authorities investigate the incident and the vehicle involved.
A motorcyclist struck Eli Helmks at Archer Avenue. Helmks hospitalized as Ramsey faces potential charges for alleged careless driving. In a separate crash on Tri Lake Street, Charles Bron0 suffered a hand injury from flying debris after a Ford swerved into a telegraph pole, injuring others. Police report rain hindered witness accounts.
Police report a surge of bicycle thefts over several days, with residents noting many bikes missing and a possible organized group of youths behind the thefts. Investigators believe a fence operation may be involved and are reviewing recent crime reports.
A motorist was arrested after speeding beyond posted limits following a prior warning. The incident occurred Monday on a roadway near Foresty and Geer Spink, with authorities noting the prior warning had been issued but disregarded.
In Wabash Indiana on the ballot township trustees released a final tally showing Howard Williams of North Manchester elected county superintendent of schools on a four to four to one split after a daylong deadlock. Five candidates entered the race each receiving one vote on the ballot. Local officials seek a settlement with support for Nisa Bertha Ankerman to break the impasse.
In Indiana, Justin Merrit won the Wells County county superintendent election, succeeding AL Bj Vurottn. Owen R. Bane, Ossian schools chief, reportedly received votes. controversy surrounds the retiring official Sevik’s arrest and ongoing county race dynamics.
A county board meeting in Warsaw Indiana results in endorsing a Republican slate for county superintendence. The election outcome lists several counties with Republican candidates and names like Mosher and Pieris among endorsers. The report notes prior discussions and a statewide context from Indiana counties including Marion, Spencer, Posey, and Floyd as party leaders rally for education posts.
Unclear police report fragment describes a fire repair incident at station No 1. Reads like a partially legible page item with references to a father, medicine, and a watchful mail delivery. Details are obscured, leaving the exact event and timing unclear.
Wells County reelected agent faces routine duties and community outreach remains priorities. The report notes local agencies plan to continue agricultural support, education programs, and extension services under the current leadership.
Plans are complete for St Andrew's Bazaar at St Andrew's Catholic church in Haver Avenue. Rev. Hen Hoesen and parishioners have organized committees and set up four days of events with booths offering lemonade candy flowers and fancy work. School children will manage the committee store with special contests and games each afternoon and evening.
Comrade Gaskell of the American Legion calls a meeting about hotels not honoring government checks issued by the War Insurance to veterans for exam tests. A $210 check sent to We Th Biotrick was refused at Lincoln kote. Policy officers aided the veteran as best as possible to cash the check.
Phonograph Repair Shop relocates from 107 Bracken Ridge to 110 West Washington. Harry W. Boxberger serves as Manager.
An OCR fragment discusses spring coughs and golds alongside scattered names and places. The text weaves jumbled phrases and appears to reference people, regions, and events with obscure context.
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