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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1911
Page
4
Miss La Mar the clever woman who poses in the new Summer Jogger will demonstrate in our window from 2 to 5 this afternoon and from 7 30 to 9 30 this evening. Thursday is the last day of Miss La Mar's stay in the city.
Insurgent Republican Representative Lindebergh of Minnesota denounces the Democratic caucus in the House during the wool tariff debate, calling the body an unofficial force that controls members by patronage. He accuses the presidency of bribery and warns that those yielding to caucus leadership betray their constituents and the nation. The debate also targets Governor Woodrow Wilson’s record and endorsements amid the heated proceedings.
Orlie Neal, lately a patient at Hope hospital, disappeared with his mother from Uhuru area. Described as about 28, five feet seven inches, with dark complexion and a smooth shaved, Neal had previously taught school in Oakland, California. Brs. W. A. Barr leads the search as officials investigate his disappearance amid claims he wished to pursue farm life.
The Lagrange County Commencement will be at Wigton’s Opera House in Lagrange on Saturday afternoon June 17. About 190 graduates including one chosen from each township will take part in a deflamatory contest with three medals for the top entries. The program includes orchestral overture, selections by the orchestra, student readings and recitations from township representatives, an address by Judge James S. Drake, prize and diploma presentations, and diplomas to be selected and awarded. music by Hagelund’s orchestra.
Three Topeka youths aged 15, 11, and 13 were arrested by Wabash detectives and jailed in Wabash county on petit larceny charges. They were brought to the county jail yesterday and a juvenile court session is set for Saturday before Judge Drake to hear the case. They allegedly stole a vending machine and its contents from the Wabash station in Topeka on June 11.
Highway and two members of the Tennett family were arrested in Pierceton after a town mix up. They were lodged in the county jail in Warsaw. Highway was fined for concealing weapons and, unable to pay, is serving time. The Bennett brothers could not furnish bonds. Police noted vehicle repairs and Fort Wayne Auto-Made Co involvement.
The Precious Blood Catholic church announces its seventh pupil graduation tonight at the school hall. Thirteen seventh graders will receive diplomas for completing the eight grades. The class colors are green and pink with the motto diligence is the mother of good luck. A program including recitations, readings, and a closing address will be featured, followed by the distribution of caps and gowns.
An explosion in the Albany Chemical Works on Van Rensselaer Island injures six seriously with one man dead and another missing, triggering a major fire that devastates most of the plant and causes about $100,000 in loss. Frank F. Adams, superintendent, is missing after seen inside the burning building. John J. Flannigan dies from injuries. Also notes four marriage licenses granted in Lagrange and a Lutheran Choral Society concert at Concordia.
Turnveraln Verwaerta progress on entering the Hrets Turn, four days starting Friday. Electric wiring installed, tents rising. parade grounds prepared with leveling and taping for visiting athletes. Opening parade Friday features Packard band, officials, executive committee, judges, Turners from multiple states, German societies, and a life-size tableau. Parade ends near courthouse.
A Fort Wayne meeting of employed workers at the Wabash railroad drafted by laws for a relief union and set a biER greeting next Wednesday for reading and adoption. Amendments were offered to align the constitution with the Attorney General report to avoid conflict with state law. The group aims for at least 200 members and will elect officers after final approval. Fort Wayne visitor Curt Elston, ex Central League, notes McDermott in Eastern League, praises his play and discusses lineup shifts. Washington, June 18, reports declining an invitation for a speech in Baltimore by a federal official amid Indiana ties.
The message expresses sincere thanks to the many kind friends and neighbors who offered support during a bereavement. Albert Lothiamer and children send appreciation for acts of kindness and prayers, wishing reciprocal comfort for those who helped.
Real estate transfers listed include multiple parcels and buyers in Fort Wayne with names such as Maxon Weber and Pollack. Transactions involve Fort Wayne Abstract Co and dealers like E. D. to various owners, with prices ranging around six hundred to twenty thousand dollars.
Local physicians gathered for their annual outing at Robison Park. A best ball game featured Dr Budd Van Sweringen’s Winning nine against Dr L Park Drayer’s side, with close play and a final count of victories. An 8 oclock collaboration Junéheon was served and families danced in the evening.
Chicago catcher John Ging, traded to Boston, initially refused to report but altered course after talks with Boston president Russell. He planned to rejoin the team in Pittsburg, claiming a large bonus from Boston for his return, amid a complex travel and reporting saga.
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