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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1902
Page
5
Senator Fairbanks argued for adopting the Panama Canal route over Nicaragua, detailing cost estimates and potential benefits. He pressed for a decisive U S choice, citing economic gains and strategic interests while addressing opposition’s concerns about treasury impact and property questions.
The record shows extended debate on laying a transcontinental cable. Key figures and places such as Mount, Shankleford, Mann, Willett, Pere, and others are listed, with mentions of locations California Newlands Nevarke and Moris. The session appears to reflect procedural delays and difficulties in securing authorization.
Washington dispatch reports renewed push to extend for one year the Danish West Indies purchase date. Secretary Hay reports a cable from Pekin confirming foreign ministers accept the general proposition. The Senate action comes amid broader debates on indemnity claims and a proposed subdivision of responsibilities among nations.
A gas from an automobile explodes at a Barr street facility storing a vessel. The shed fills with gas igniting the engine area, two hours later the building catches fire. Police and patrol wagon driver smother flames. fire department arrives as the body of the automobile is badly damaged. Local council meets amid the investigation.
Laid out are the divergent positions of allied powers over compensations and costs tied to a recent agreement. One side argues Germans and allies had higher legitimate expenses than previously claimed while others advocate broader, more generous allowances.
A husband stabbed his wife repeatedly last night at their East Side home in Michigan City. Police say the suspect fled, then surrendered to authorities after a pursuit and is in custody. The victim was hospitalized with life threatening injuries. neighbors reported a violent attack and the case remains under investigation.
The Interurban franchise gained strong opposition with two dissenting votes from Hasey and Baker. A remonstrance signed by about 30 Bask Ferry Street residents opposed the grant, citing property impact and disruption to Berry and Wayne streets, and urging delay or modification of the ordinance.
In Muncie a lioness attacked a keeper at Elk Reserve, severely injuring his right hand as he attempted to open a gate. Responders rescued him while the lioness reportedly lunged and hissed. The incident sparked a tense moment as staff stabilized the injured man.
In Warren township farmers resist a telephone company project near Wayne, cutting poles and threatening action. They accuse the company of neglecting local needs and demand alternatives while seeking an amicable ending to the dispute.
Fort Weyie lodge No 1 A OL UL Whinetlat heads list of officers elected at the meeting. The master Edward J. Whrmat conducts the session with wardens Holm Cores JA Lanna oversour and recorder ed Hiawor, Hanneter Nie Kluge, and other names listed for junior offices.
Special to Che Journal reports 30 year old Mungir Tod took an overdose of tandanum during a personal crisis. Fuller told Omeer Gudkgan a friend urged him to end his life. Authorities presume incapacity for work due to partial paralysis as the cause of the suicide attempt.
A real estate company reveals an 11 million dollar capital stock and plans to shift its operations toward real estate and home improvement services across multiple cities with headquarters in several markets. Former Indianapolis figure Ayoon is noted among the principals as the firm refines its strategy.
A fragmented report describes a bank run at Gas City Bank with mentions of a $75,400 discrepancy and a larger $76,000 figure tied to a spread at a table. It notes customers and investigators, with unnamed individuals and unclear actions, while implying monetary anxieties and deposit concerns.
Fragmentary OCR shows a county Republican meeting with delegates chosen for a state convention. Mentions presiding judge Taylor, county chairman Harris, several candidates for sheriff coroner and clerk, and a mixed slate including Sam Titty and others. Tone mirrors late 19th century political notices.
A fragment reports the purchase of Ashland Wilkes Farm near Lexington Kentucky. Details mention a thoroughbred and a 530R rash reference, with unclear names and acres. The note lists Drake Wayne and others and notes a freed thoroughbred on the farm.
The text describes Senator Matthew Stanley Quay as the central figure in Pennsylvania politics, detailing nominations for key state party posts, the convention’s leadership, and endorsing protective tariffs, expansion of industry, and wartime policy. It notes loyalty to principles, references President Roosevelt, and underscores support for Republican unity, national strength, and the memory of McKinley.
The platform, though garbled, centers on a key convention in Harrisburg where political tensions surface. Wilh is noted as a symbolic challenger while Teope and Pearingtvania groups are mentioned. The item highlights calls for a plan to promote national prosperity and rational growth.
Reported remarks attribute President Mitchell with predicting success for the miners in the West Virginia and Pennsylvania anthracite strike. The chaotic garbled text lists names, places, dates, and events but confirms a focus on union labor, political figures, and regional labor tensions surrounding the strike and potential outcomes.
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