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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1906
Page
2
A survey of Democratic officers meeting in Chicago shows strong support for William Jennings Bryan for president. The Indianapolis News notes debates on law, trusts, and the Panama Canal commission buying power as lawmakers push for better consumer protections and a democratic legislature.
A transcription shows farmers denouncing a proposed repeal by the Democratic Party and urging independence to resist what they call tyrannical laws. The passage argues ordinary citizens lack power to influence the Glitch and accuses the party of aiding greedy interests. The call is for farmers to unite and rebuke those responsible.
Editorial quotes Indianapolis senator L V Ulver advocating an end to party bosses in Indiana. He praises the Democratic convention as harmonious and forecasts a new era where plain Democrats control the party, asserting Bryan’s nomination would require fair organization and broad support.
The Monroquilly Breeze reports Allen County Democrats completed their first primary, selecting nominees for county offices. Voters showed strong interest. nominees are described as self-made, well-known, and representative of popular interests, poised for victory in November.
The men nominated by the primaries Het Wriday are exceptionally strong and well qualified for the positions they seek. They were chosen from a field of candidates worthy of hearty endorsement, and the slate promises economical, reverent, and honest administration of Alien county affairs.
The 1906 graduation address by Hon. Thomas R. Marshall extols religion morality and knowledge as core national ideals. He cites references to Coles Smith founder of Indiana's common school system and argues education elevates character and opportunity, while condemning the notion that trade work is less honorable.
A terse reflection suggests that the value of a profession lies in the spirit and manner of its conduct, not merely in its title or status. The speaker emphasizes nobility, eloquence, and instructive purpose as marks of worthy practice.
The Packard band of forty two performs at Robison Park opening the season with two daily concerts through Wednesday. Plans include a duplicate of a Gilmore program from Verwhere manuscripts and a popular afternoon panel featuring selections from late night operas.
A long OCR fragment describes payment practices and payroll fraud on the Panama Isthmus. It notes unguarded depots, forged certificates, and staged pay events, with details on fake certificates, Chinese labor, and security patrols. It also references U.S. officials, naval or canal-zone contexts, and a sensational tone about payroll corruption and living conditions.
A severe storm hit the city causing heavy rainfall and widespread flooding. Rail lines including Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley were disrupted, with partial service on Lima and Blumton lines. A residence on Pleasant Laws Road was struck by lightning, injuring no one but damaging the home. Insurance covered the loss.
A major storm swept northern Indiana causing extensive damage. Widespread power and telegraph outages disrupted service as winds toppled poles and roofs, with the Wabash bridge partially wrecked and interurban traffic halted. In Indianapolis the heat broke after a thunderstorm and rain cooled the city from 88 to 72.
A tornado damaged the Western part of South Bend Ind damaging roofs and several structures near a rail line. No injuries were reported. Fifteen minutes later it crossed to Osceola thirteen miles east, tearing off the Indiana Railway power house roof and cutting electric power, halting Northern Indiana Railway traffic between South Bend and Michigan City.
Fort Wayne and Watash Valley station lines reveal arrangements among doctors J M Dinnen L B Dreyer and J P Jetherington across Fort Wayne Logansport and Thorapoon Poru with details on stops and personnel.
A disjointed report cites Pope Pius and Archbishop Farley discussing New York in relation to Rome. The piece mentions Rene and Thaponte Ustened and references WHA interests and church efforts in the archdiocese of New York, ending with a fragmentary quote.
The pope, next door to New York, becomes one of the closest dioceses to Rome via fast steamers. He awarded Archbishop Ferley a large gold medal bearing Wis Nkoness, Seafood and game at the Hof Bran.
The notice from Mr. and Mrs. Carl Rast of Washington Boulevard announces preaching tomorrow morning at St. Joe Chapel and an evening children’s meeting at Taylor Chapel. All are cordially invited.
E A Gunner Pat Nightwatchman and ex police patrolman William Rohrer underwent an operation at St Josephs hospital yesterday afternoon by Doctors Duemling and Carter. Mr Rohrer was suddenly attacked by appendicitis and was moved to the hospital yesterday morning. Reports last night indicated his condition was satisfactory.
Readable fragments describe breaded veal cutlets and a push by English outlets and a Board of Trade to use tomato in a product. The note hints at repeated proofs and urging readers to try them.
John C. Hazelet of New Haven Indiana announces candidacy for county clerk subject to the Republican nominating convention. June entry and selection process referenced in the filing.
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