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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1912
Page
2
Police department chaotic scene as officers and officials clash over control. Boss Joe Keating of Indian Opels alleged to lead men in a demand to direct city operations. Roadway blocks and threats escalate as authorities move to restore order amid confusion.
A fragment from Port Wayne notes many young women repeatedly take chances at the same charteter each evening. The pattern suggests an inevitable accident could occur and the port will be checked for a time.
The Indiana Governor Marshall Vetere speech, delivered before the Fort Wayne gathering, is lauded as one of the day’s soundest political utterances. It emphasizes individual responsibility, criticizes boss government, and warns against excessive centralization while urging education of the public to defend free government.
Fort Wayne Democratic editors laud the city's hosts and visitors for a well organized reception. They credit Senator and local organizers for a grand gathering that energized supporters and pledged victory in the coming fall campaign. The event highlighted Governor Marshall Samuel Rast and Congressman Cline amid a strong, ethical reception committee.
A sensational claim describes a simple home prescription to quickly add weight and improve health. It cites a mixture of tincture Cardomams, salagin, and hide of callsaya with water, advising meals before and after chewing thoroughly. Cautions warn against use by those not seeking weight gain and note local pharmacists handle preparation.
A Thought for To-Day reflects on civility and morning and evening musings. The article praises the Democratic Editorial Association of Indiana and its twenty year mid-summer sessions. It lauds the Fort Wayne meeting as exceptionally pleasant and well organized with state officers mingling and a public gathering deemed the greatest of its kind in the state.
Thomas Landis of Fort Wayne Ind denounces capitalist leaders and urges laboring Americans to abandon the parties of oppression. He argues socialism offers real relief, warns that capitalists seek graft and control, and urges voters to support socialist interests in the November election.
A reader attacks Municipal Ownership and River Improvement committees over proposed land purchases along the north side of Superior Street. He questions the $200,000 land budget, the inclusion of owners’ lists, and the swift city incorporation of Swinney park. He warns of unsafe riverbanks and urges municipal control of river frontage.
The National Protective Signways Society plans to curb road advertising by enforcing a rule against placing ads on any roadside structure. A committee led by Edward S Connell, Edwin Gould, and Frederick Martin Davies aims to combat illegal sign destruction, promising medals for the most strict sign-polishers and schoolteacher judges to pick winners amid Fourth of July bonfires.
In Lagrange Indiana on June 1 the Hoy Staute band members receive brown suits with a plume and fringe and will debut in next Sunday afternoon’s decoration service. The 23 members, though organized recently, show a fine appearance. Bucklen’s Arnica Balve praised for healing cuts and pimples. 26 cents at Droer Drug Co. corner Camhoun and Brackenridge.
Warsaw Indiana June 16. County Clerk Longenecker issued marriage licenses to Bean Craft of Indianapolis and Ethel Brown of Warduw Guy Farring ton and Laurie Marian of Mittard al bert O Henry and Mabalif Gurmire of Warsaw newk 2 Bott Bromey and Ethel Hainaut of Las We are selling an army Khaki trousers at 1.00 that come you 9d Cleowhere Cota have for your values Patterson Fletcher Co.
Thomas Woods, a longtime Warsaw resident and former county clerk, was stricken with paralysis early Monday and is in critical condition at his home on East Market Street. His condition stirred concern among friends and is a notable event in Kosciusko County.
A letter to Sheriff Kintze states Col. Raymond Murray is a wanted man on forgery and passing bad cheques charges. Authorities plan to turn him over to Benton Harbor officers, with transfer to Warsaw if needed. Murray is reportedly not consenting to the charge and may face extradition from Denver.
Kosciusko resident Jery O'Connell, a pioneer of the area, lies in critical condition at a hospital in Mighawoko following a stroke. Once farming Tinpacnnse township, he is about eighty years old and well known to local residents.
Grain sack tragedy near Connersville results in a drowning death. Jed Tuate 10 years old, while exploring a 2-foot pond, becomes a casualty. The body was found near the bank. Mrs Lola Love’s testimonial about kidney pills appears in a later local notice. Town council appoints library board members. Roosevelt campaign leaders plan Chicago visit and convention arrangements.
Readers of the Journal-Gazette are invited to place a Boy Wanted advertisement to reach hundreds of bright young fellows seeking practical vacation work. The column offers a simple way to connect with eager youth.
Fort Wayne Printing Co at 114 118 Washington Blvd offers typewriter ribbons. Trusted local supplier for offices and typists. Staff can advise on ribbon types and compatibility for standard machines.
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