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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1901

Page

5

Nervy sheriff foils a mob in Carrollton ga murder lynching

A mob attacked Carrollton Jail to seize a black man named Williams accused of murdering Otis Ward. Sheriff Merrill and deputies repelled the assault with gunfire wounding several, while Williams was moved to Atlanta for safety. Governor Candler ordered militias to restore order as the crowd dispersed after authorities relocated the prisoner to a train.

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Murderer in Jail Returns to Atlanta with Militia

In Atlanta Governor Candler dispatched a special militia train to Carralston to secure order. The train returned to Atlanta at eleven o clock tonight in charge of the convicted murderer who was swiftly moved to the Fulton county jail.

Atlanta Cander Carralston Negen Williams Fintan

Indispensable Independence Rivalry at New York Yacht Trials

In New York on June 7 Thomas W Tewson's yacht Independence faced dispute as entrants discussed preliminary trials for the America's Cup race. A New York Yacht Club member halted a competing entry and the challenger committee debated the next steps, aiming to resolve qualification before a formal challenge.

New York Thomas Wtewson Independence Paly New York Yacht Club Aly Bor

Alleged Smallpox Case and Expert Opinion Questioned

A Su! Washington boulevard resident Mars George Parrott faces a smallpox allegation as city health officials argue for immediate precaution. The case, heard in the circuit court, features lawyer Breen challenging procedural points while physicians debate infection risk and ordinance authority. The judge reserved ruling, with further court action set for 9 o clock.

George Parrott Washington Boulevard Wits Bowl Robbertson Jurmey Judy Lone Hobertson Breen Duten Efcy Lomas Dreit Parke White Torenthal Merchome Calvin Sarge Louttlt

Pottowatomie Tribe Claims Chicago Lake Front Land

The Pottowatomie tribe, based in Buren County Michigan, held a powwow at Hartford and elected a new council led by Chief Charles Pokagon. They plan to press land claims stretching from Indiana to Grand Haven Michigan, asserting rights under a treaty.

Detroit Charles Pokagon Sinioh Pokagon Leconnell Haven Hemade Rank Wiliams Frank Sawitk Castaway Stephen Popnah Jodept Motay Charles Motay Andrey Ropp Ythe Pottown Lombs Chica Inviannine Grand Haven Mich

War and colonial policy reported from London and Berlin

In London the War Secretary declined to promise early peace talks with the Boers, signaling no mediation from Britain. In Berlin a new law on denationalization of Germans abroad is being drafted, with emigration and colonial council review before enactment.

London Reederlek House of Commons South Africa Berlin Anne Germ Colonial Society Colonial Council

Fragmented note reports a drowning incident near Pontiac

The readable portion mentions a despondent person named Jane Taylor of Ostromt and a husband who married another man. It describes a blood-filled situation in a tank and a possible self-inflicted death, with unclear details and garbled handwriting.

Pontiac Mleh Jane Fye Erant Taylor Ostromt Bix Drewn Laatihy

Carnegie funds intended for Scottish universities trust

A London report notes Jane TerAndrew Carnegie signed a deed transferring 319,900,000 in five per cent Daltech States Steel to trustees for Scotland's universities. Trustees include Elgin, Rosebery, Lord Balfour, Campbell Bannerman, and others. The trust aims to foster medical, legal, and scientific education and broaden research opportunities.

London Jane TerAndrew Carnegie Daltech States Steel Corporation Scotland Aefoner Mediciie Taunus

Indian Agency Report On Removal Protests At Meeting

A contested report cites the Indian Agency plan to move the headdressing headquarters amid protests by delegation members. The article notes officials and district leaders from several towns preparing to challenge the decision, with Brinke Mr. Vile named as superintendent of the study division.

Dune Tembar Fairbanke Hedhinaermeekain Swinibhnden Tyahrile Ntente Maetnn Cenpramman Hallotays Brinke Vile Cririvfordsyilte Etideie

Young Woman Shot Near Chicago Street Local Tragedy

Wile Schlenker, a young man from near Chicago Street, accidentally shot Miss Matilda Sanders of Ottoville Ohio at the home of Mrs Theresa Fricke at 122 Chicago Street. The bullet pierced the window frame and struck Miss Sanders in the breast, causing a painful wound. Dr W J Calvin attended and dressed the injury, which is not necessarily fatal.

Wile Schlenker Natn Chicago Ally Matilda Sanders Ottoville Theresa Fricke Chicago Streat Schlenker Pricke Miss Sanders W. J. Calvin

Otto Herbst Resigns From Hamilton National Bank

Mr Otto Marbet bookkeeper at the Hamilton National Bank resigned yesterday due to ill health from close confinement to duties. He will enter real estate and loan business. Succession by Mr Otto Schirmeyer former bookkeeper and cashier of the Ru vade Dry Goods company. Herbst had served many years.

Otto Marbet Hamilton National Bank Otto Schirmeyer Glashier Ruvade Dry Gods Company Myr Herbst

Senator Fairbanks at Kansas City Banquet

Senator Charles W. Fairbanks of Indiana was guest of honor at Missouri Young Republicans second annual banquet at the Midland hotel in Kansas City Missouri. More than a thousand Republicans from across the state attended the event a lively program included remarks on uniting the party and addressing reform efforts.

Kansas City Missouri Midland Charles W. Fairbanks Indiana Alvhantis Sponte Une Lonst “Banding Aeghetion

Mrs McKinley Not Improved In Washington Health Update

June 7 report from Washington states Mrs. McKinley rests comfortably with no change in condition since this morning's bulletin. Doctors noted no unfavorable developments and expect to release further details after a full consultation. Weather concerns and recent stress were mentioned as possible influences on her status.

Washington Mellajer McKinley Mixey

Elks to Convene in Fort Wayne With Large Attendance

Fort Wayne Expected to Host the Indiana Elks gathering next week with a large turnout. Officials report plans to assemble a substantial contingent, featuring a lengthy procession and ceremonial elements. Attendees anticipate a vibrant event, the largest in Fort Wayne in years.

Fort Wayne Thare Elka Mimbars Maby Bey

Preferred Death to Prison in Ontario Bank Robbery Case

Frank Rutledge and Frank Lee Rice were sentenced to twenty one years in Kingston Penitentiary for the Aurora bank robbery. Rutledge, faced with the penitentiary term, leapt from a gallery during guard mealtime, plunging thirty feet to the stone floor and dying at the hospital.

Toronto Junge 7 Bankein Aucorn Frank Rutledge Doday Frank Lee Rice Sind Rutledge Thomas Jones Aurora Kingston Penitentiary Rutledge Gwards Stapa de Ure Hespital

Mautner Becomes Sole Owner of Fort Wayne Team

Fort Wayne baseball club changes hands with Mautner taking full control after purchasing interests of MacDougal and J Be Coomis. Managers promise unified leadership, end to external criticism, and improved morale. Reported salary and player moves cited as part of reorganization affecting Grand Rapids and Western Association plans.

Mariner Fort Wayne Miantyr Fox Ae Ames Fort Wayne Tennie Alwas Bonamng Mittaburg Danny Uno Rilfeyte National League Bert Mantywer Box Gomphilit

Indiana Pharmacists To Meet In Anderson In 1902

The Indiana Pharmaceutical Association delegates chose Anderson to host the 1902 convention. Mayor Dunlap led a city delegation in support. Officers elected include President Charles Prutaman, first vice president H W Swadles, second vice president John Gifford, third vice president A Timberlake, secretary FL H W Garter, Tidiiana, and members C A Henderson and others. The convention adjourned mid afternoon after a two day session. The exact 1902 date will be set by the committee in June 1893.

Tournal-Gazette Muncte Tha Anderson Lafayotto Tadiana Pharmaceutical Association Aeavion Dunlap Charles Prutaman Nineto H.W. Swadles Wabash John Gifford Sheridan Alex Ruth

Remove Lincoln's Body From the Crypt in Springfield

Governor Gates Secretary of State Roal State Treasurer Willhimgou and Major Johnson discuss removing Abraham Lincoln's remains from the sarcophagus to safer grounds to deter grave robbers amid burglaries linked to the monument and its surrounding areas.

Springfield Govanor Gates Roal State Willhimgou Major Johnson Lincoln Kesh Abraham Vincoln Burelar Aluime Gastedian

Priest Louis A Moench to Celebrate 25th Priesthood Anniversary

The Rev Father Louis A Moench of St Pauls church Valparaiso will mark his silver jubilee on June 19 with a large ceremony in Fort Wayne diocese. Bishop Alarding will attend along with about seventy five northern Indiana priests and hundreds of parishioners. A Memorial Hall program on June 10 features St Pauls academy faculty and students, with E D Crampacker and Senator Agnew as speakers. A special jubilee mass Tuesday morning will include Coram Episcopum sung by sixty priests. Moench, born in Friedenberg Baden, came to America in 1867, studied at St Francis Seminary, Milwaukee, was ordained in 1876, and served in Noble, Fort Wayne Cathedral, Lebanon, Plymouth, and Valparaiso over the years.

Journal-Gazettes Valparaiso, Ltd Louis A. Moench St. Paul's Church Isan Valparaiso Theological District Fort Wayne Alarding Indana Memorial Hall St. Paul's Academy E. D. Crampacker Agnew Macagh Freudenberg Baden America Avilla Noble County St. Francis Seminary Milwaukee Atul Lebanon Plymouth

Shot At The Warden In Midnight Lake Chase

Deputies faced a midnight pursuit of violators near Sylvan Lake in an armed boat chase. A gunfight ensued as two suspects fled, one man was captured after a struggle while another escaped, Fleming resisted and later faced trial after ghosting at Three Lake.

Rodney Ban Tom Sky Sylvan Tinh Fleming Fred Aix Tim Warren Fleming Eloven Three Lake Cherubisco Bond

Schwab Buys Bethlehem Plant In $24.60 Share Deal

Philadelphia June 7 The North American reports Charles M. Schwab bought the Bethlehem Steel company property and Bethlehem Steel Corp. has no role in the deal. Schwab reportedly paid 24.60 a share with a possible dividend to sellers before transfer. Vicks Sons & Maxim previously proposed a higher offer but Schwab declined to accept.

Philadelphia Charles M. Schwab Herkleham Steel Company Unaltha U. S. Steel Corporation Schwab Meir Sled Vicks Sons & Maxim Bethlehem Company Silyr Wal- Dor New York

Swiss Boycott of American Goods Reported

London dispatch notes Swiss leaders threaten a boycott of American goods, with a correspondent citing planned actions in Switzerland amid rising trade tensions and watch industry concerns.

London Jungs X Americin Startei Switzerland Daily Mall

American Wins Dake Trophy in London Racing Match

Foxhall P Keene becomes first American to capture the Dake trophy abroad with Gap and Belle. Milton Henry rode Cap and Bella, an American-bred filly. Betting odds shifted from long to as low as 4 to 1 as New York bets swelled. Keene praised his horse and ride, noting the Kentucky-bred filly’s American-made proof and personal stake.

London, Inc Britain Foxhall Pkeene Haying Gap Belle Miltom Henry Cap Bella Keene Kentucky Kiene Croker Honer New York Kennedy Wabun

Fire devastates Lexington copper shop district

The Lexington fire destroyed several wooden frame houses amid a blaze that spread rapidly through the area, risking larger destruction. Police and fire crews contained the flames with some injuries reported among children. property loss estimated around forty thousand dollars with only about a third insured.

Lexington Qote

Teachers bound for the Philippines from Indiana and beyond

Among three to four hundred teachers appointed for service in the Philippines are departing for their posts. Notables include Front lodiuna and Edwin Holton from State Normal School, George W. Moore and Wm Sparks from Indiana University, B. B. Bryan, Anthony J. Bragan from Notre Dame, and Frank J. Crowe from Kendallville plus others from various universities and cities.

Washington, D.C Philippines Front Lodiuna Rooosimomiat State Normal School Torre Hants Thadeus D. Augiemynr B. B. Bryan University of Nutra Baume Notre Dame Anthony J. Bragan John P. Hayou Prank J. Crowe Kendallville S.C. Newsom Thdiamupalty Clyde M. Gandy Angeli Filly Kleth Terra Hate

Chicago Steamer Northwestern Reaches Europe

The Northwestern, Chicago’s pioneer ocean-going merchant vessel, safely completed its 44 day voyage to the Atlantic. It passed Old Mead off the Irish coast after delays in the St. Lawrence river, marking a milestone for Chicago’s steam navigation.

New York Northwestern Chicago Atlantic Old Mead Kingale Mit St. Lawrence River

Michigan Synod Conference Membership Admitted

Grand Rapids and Agrows submit invitations to join the 902 conference of the Michigan synod. Speakers include Koething of Dexter and Rev. William Howe. Churches at St. Thomas SanVierre and St Mark Saginaw admitted to conference membership.

Judge Taft to Be Governor of the Philippines

Judge Patt of the Philippine commission is set to head civil government in the Philippine Islands. A governor is expected to be named, though there may be delays as the civil government machinery readiness is uncertain.

Washington, Dime Patt Philippine Commission Philippine Islands

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