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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1909

Page

7

New Mark by Indiana Balloon Sets Record Quest

An Indiana balloon at the national distance race began in Indianapolis Saturday, with reports claiming it traveled toward Tennessee and weathered a 44 hour drift. Pilot Carl Fister and co pilot Bomaugh reported not touching ground, while other balloons landed across the South. Records indicate Indiana did not beat the 852 mile mark set in the Bennett Trophy race from St Louis to Asbury Park, as more balloons reached various southern towns with long flights and delayed landings.

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Local Veterans on Ga 8 Committees

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Murder Case Reports Filed in Colum Chey Court

Reports detail an investigation into the Dr Snowfly murder case tied to a fecal physician Inteustrt with matings. The court in Colum Chey released a report though it has not yet been published publicly and no references to the case’s nature are given.

Single Service For Accident Victims In Township Crash

The account describes two fatal incidents. A bridge collision near Colombia City leaves Timothy and Thomas Bin Kert dead as a train crosses a river avenue. Funeral arrangements are planned at United Brethren church in Colombia City. In Marion, John Mes Dougal, a prominent local merchant, is found beaten to death in a likely homicide. suspects include Francis Villerr Miller and two brothers Alva and Loafer, all under arrest. A Chicago report discusses Dr. John T. Binkley Jr and Captain O'Rourke's detectives reconsidering a suicide theory and leaning toward murder after a Wellington hotel death.

Timothy Thomas bin Kert Hothers St. Mary's River Columbia City Sisto Arrivid Colombia City United Bruthien Gar Marion Ind John Mes Dougal van Buren Francis Viller Miller Alva Loafer Cnicago John T. Binkley, Jr O'R On Evan Aville Rose John T. Trubley Gaptulo O'Belen Alnes de Winkley Wellington Hotel

WANTS PENNS BODY RETURNED TO AMERICA

A. Mitchell Palmer, representative from Denvertvania, relates a movement to save the United States as plans are made to bring the coffin containing a body home.

Penn America A. Mitchell Palmer Denvertvania United States

Grave of William Pent Interred in Buckinghamshire Cemetery

The body of Bent rests in a nearly abandoned Buckinghamshire cemetery. Mr. Palmer will raise the issue with the president to secure support for a proper marker honoring his distinguished role as a carver in Belize.

Willam Femi Tuive Ik Belize Bent Buckinghamshire England

Decrease in Value of Taxables Reported for Railroads and Telegraph

The Indiana state board of tax commissioners reports a sharp decline in valuations for 1900 across railroads and telegraph lines due to earnings power and minor damages. Net reductions total $4,074,125 for two preportats while electric roads decline $3,787, and pipelines, telegraph, and transportation firms show varied adjustments.

Indianapolis Ind Imard Preston LCR Telo- Lac Hinee Cxptura Telegraph Peoparties Pinelines Ceves i Barado

Dead List Numbers Eleven Scene At Gathering On Board Steamer

A chaotic scene at a gathering aboard the steamer Margaret bound for New Orleans ended with a collapse of several passengers. The incident followed a political campaign and oily council discussions on renewing licenses for another year after a tense session.

Manimeye Las Gaxtering Margaret Ortecas Tatorrencre W.o.n Council

University of Chicago Profess or Target of Severe Criticism

Prof George M Porter faced church speakers at a Chicago conference over his book The Wounded of Religion. Critics urged expulsion but Parker blocked action citing a constitutional provision. The motion postponed to June 1 with Porter’s son defending his father as scholars heatedly debated religion and evolution.

University of Chicago Chicago George M. Porter Johnson Myers Ty Imeanuch Poxter Dr. Myers Frater Foster Parker

Replevin and Appeal in Jamison Gaming Case

In a Jamison gaming levee case Prosecutor Thomas and others square off over reclaiming seized slot machines and paraphernalia. The city court order faces appeal to the circuit court as judges weigh possession and potential destruction of gaming devices under state law.

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Harriman Arrives in London on New York Tour

June reports Harriman reaches London en route to Varian, saying he is in better health than a year ago and will cross the Atlantic again after tea in New York.

Harriman En London Juin Maretman New York Varia Atlantic

Will Elect a School Trustee in City Election

The city will choose a three year school trustee at tomorrow morning’s meeting. Two Democratic candidates, incumbent James H. Fry and attorney J McReth Smith, are the only declared contenders with Republicans unrepresented in the field. Mayor Henry will introduce ordinances to create a city forester. Other business includes routine matters.

James H. Fry J. McReth Smith

Mystic Shriners Hold Fourth Annual Louisville Gala

Louisville hosts the Mystic Shrine annual gathering with a four day festival of pomp a grand ball and parades. Members Gavin J. Alderman and party arrive from Iowa as ceremonies and temple charter grants proceed amid excursions and ornate processions.

Louisville Lonaville Gavin J. Alderman Ae Wien

Senator in clash with Nevada mining laws ruling party

In Pittburg Pennsylvania June 1 the board of director s of the Silver Bank Mining company discuss alleged infringements tied to Nevada mining laws. Prominent figures include Senator Leon Pennay Yank and Vice President Haid, with witnesses citing $200 spent on Nevada mining development and claims of cartilltration rather than hardening.

Nevada Pitteburg Ntegra Sliver Bank Guldtiedd Nev Haid Wetuint Fittin George T. Cleer United States Leon Pennayt- Yank Mirein Oller

Resort to Lagrange injunction and votes today

Evansville Indiana story reports an injunction sought against streetcar interference and a student boycott, naming National Street Car Men's Union leaders and officials. It covers expected court action, local school protests, and an upcoming resort to a local election on temperance in LaGrange County.

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Feudist Ed Callahan Shot in Ambush Near Jackson

Ex sheriff feudist Ed Callahan known across Breathitt County for feuds was shot from ambush at his Crockettaville home sixteen miles from Jackson. He was brushing dust from the door when the shot hit his left abdomen. Doctors rushed to Crockettaville as authorities hunted the gunman believed hidden behind a plot. Callahan had been in Jackson Saturday for a court hearing when a warrant had been served for malicious shooting. He then left Jackson fearing for his life.

Hameson Koy Fine Sherif Bacird Cilahan Breathitt County Crockettaville Jackson Havi Hready

Union Temperance Meeting at Lagrange

Union temperance meeting held at the Methodist Episcopal church in Lagrange with no active participants reported. Former Senator Sydney S. Guntur and several others led calls for temperance support. attendees urged to vote at the upcoming election.

Union Temperance Meeting Lagrange Rist Methodiat Episcopal Church Sedney K. Guntur Syders Key Edwards Murray

Weather forecast for Washington and surrounding regions

Weather notes predict moderate to brisk winds from the northeast with scattered showers through Wednesday. Expect cooler conditions on Tuesday with a mix of rain and clouds, then gradual clearing later in the week as a high pressure builds.

Washington, Tung Weneadigs Hortons Serey

Generals of Progressives and Conservatives Debate in Senate

A sharp legislative clash unfolds in the Senate between progressive and conservative factions over tariff policy. The session highlights conclude with the cotton schedule and hosiery duties addressed, and the woolen schedule slated for consideration today, signaling ongoing trade adjustments.

Senate Tariff Debate Sparks Partisan Clash in Washington

In Washington on June 7 the Senate’s cotton schedule debate resumed with Aldrich and Beveridge trading charges as they clash over duties. The session saw heated exchanges on proposed tariffs, with votes near party lines and shifts as progressives align with Aldrich, influencing the final outcome of the committee’s measures.

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