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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
2
A fragmented report describes a tense local council scene with Mayor Hosey under pressure from Democratic and Republican factions. It cites figures such as Mr. Jonson Dr. Stetven and criticizes coverage by the Daily Republican and Daily News, accusing biased reporting and partisan maneuvering in a contest over appointments and national alignment.
Editorial from Mr Auselti Fadiber accuses a council vote on the school board of being driven by money and power rather than candidate merit or public interest. It notes a fifteenth ballot result: Thomas H. Fry elected clerk to the Pennsylvania shops, amid a financier influenced push to control school funds.
The article alleges a Republican backroom plot to secure McKay’s victory by trading votes and arranging favors. It claims Foster and Guck aligned with Janes Henry and Fry to shift ballots, with Cook and Look Will involved in securing school board influence. It accuses Crom of having no stake in the agreement while criticizing tax outcomes tied to the alliance.
In a Auburn Courier item Jeb Dalzell and Wie Pittsburg congressmen spoke in congress acknowledging that frosts are sold cheaper abroad than here and seemed proud of it. They argued the cost of living rose 46 percent under Republican leadership and claimed constituents suffer from discrimination in favor of foreigners.
Canton youths refuse to participate in graduation exercises after a teacher’s interrogation of a classmate’s alleged remarks provokes anger. Principal and board official struggle to address the crowd as graduations proceed for some students.
Washington June 13 conferees on the postal bill report agreement on most amendments. remaining disputes concern provisions authorizing a delegation to investigate in foreign countries, university and college alumni associations, second class mail matter, and rules prohibiting rural carriers from aiding rival services.
The Master Car Builders association holds its annual convention in Atlantic City with President Bnei of Chicago delivering comments on railroad prosperity. Secretary Edward A. Mosely of the Interstate Commerce Commission urges adherence to new national safety and standardization laws. Over one million dollars in exits draw attention at the steel pier and Pennsylvania railroad yard as delegates debate proposed uniformity versus various state and federal rules. News includes a local ad for wallpaper at Hull's on Calhoun Street.
Fragmented ad style item promotes breakfast with Hot Bran. Mentions Fort Wayne Indiana and Cleveland with unclear names and dates. Indicates a product pitch possibly for a grocery or restaurant, lacking clear action.
Insurance Commissioner directs president of State Life Insurance Company to stop offering policies and stock contracts in the state. The action follows a report citing improper stock dividends and discriminatory practices by the Denver agency. Auditor notes over 86 percent of Colorado business routed through Denver agency and demands immediate cessation to protect the public.
A reporter recounts the San Francisco quake impact on the Chronicle staff and operations. Offices lost water and power, printing disrupted, but newsmen crowded rescue zones to file stories. By Sunday, April 21, improvements allowed partial revival with presses arriving and work resuming at Market and Kearney facilities.
A reminiscence recalls Blackford County farmers hauling products to canal towns, tarred wagons, and early roads. Vivid recollections describe wagons, ferries, and routes to towns like Lagro and Wabaxty, with notes on canal era transport and the old county’s transportation links.
Dr Wo Oh Mrank of Ligonter was pnswered at the Ravital last evening. Mr Mix J Billz and family arrived from Clear Lake where they have been sojourning for a Bat week. Mrs Prank Huth was taken to St Joseph’s hospital with appendicitis awaiting operation. Remains of Mrs John Lynch arrived from Grand Rapids to Brandriff Street home. funeral at St Patrick’s Friday at 2:30.
In St Petersburg area reports indicate growing unrest among Russian peasants challenging provincial authorities. The governor receives daily requests for protection while rural guards face pressure and mutinies affect troop deployments. Local authorities cut new troop movements to quell rising discontent.
An article urges growing in neighbor ranges with profitable crops like peppers, cauliflower, spinach, and squash. It notes abundant arid lands yet to be reclaimed by irrigation, estimating 26 to 60 million acres may remain arable for farming.
In garden guidance from June Gurdan Magazine, readers are advised to keep azaleas indoors until the danger of frost passes, then transplant to a sheltered outdoor bed. Use coal ashes or wood ash to retain moisture, water early and late, and avoid drying soil. Protect young plants from sun and spiders while acclimating them to outdoor conditions.
Garden instruction advises on preparing beds for summer bedding plants including soil digging, composting, spacing, and watering. It details spacing crops, marking paths, and turning soil with a spading fork. Guidance emphasizes well drained soil, careful hoeing, and transplanting when ready from the Doh plot.
Garden tips advise starting carnations now to ensure blooms next winter. Harden plants before frost, transplant from one to three inch pots, and prepare a well drained bed with decompounded manure. Space rows 18 to 24 inches, cultivate soil thoroughly all summer, and weed every two weeks for best results.
The text emphasizes vigorous growth when trees are young and that fresh irrigation and tillage are crucial. It notes damp years and dry seasons, advising frequent, timely cultivation and tying of fruit-bearing trees. It cites soil moisture and tree growth as primary guides, advocating periodic tillage throughout the growing season.
D C Fisher qualified as notary public and Medictsl Wondeas A. Voting machines are shown on court base. Stephen A Crosler sues James Piercy et al for quiet title to real estate. Winona Traction Company granted a fifty year franchise in Allen county with conditions to begin substantial construction before September and operate per plan by 1907. Licensed to Wed Joseph Smith Anna J Kinez Jacob Humburger Sarah F Smith Charley E Kista Aurelia M Bilstie. He y T Buber and Inez 12 Snyiter.
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