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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1912
Page
10
Amid wartime rhetoric a heated discussion on color lines surfaces in a fragmentary report. The piece references African ancestry, mixed races, and calls for stricter racial division within military and society, noting tensions over loyalty and citizenship in Cuba and the United States.
At a House committee hearing, evidence emerged that the U S Treasury supplied about 29 million dollars for bank deposits on October 24 1907 to support the New York Stock Exchange amid calls for a 25 million loan. Testimony identified Morgan banks involved and Morgan as the movement leader.
Angolan Republican county convention at Croxton opera house produced a lively contest. Frank Dewey of Fremont, J. Van Pelt of York, and Ashley Thompson of Millgrove led as nominees for judge on the second ballot. Other nominees included George W. Kirk for treasurer and S. H. Blin ter for auditor on the fourth ballot, Carey Te. Cavell for county surveyor, G. Cate for clerk, 4 W. Bolle for commissioner in Middle District, and Clyde Cartin in the marth district. The ticket was completed around 5:29 with the nomination of additional candidates.
Washington dispatch reports growing legal doubt over recalling and reducing the number of federal judges. Officials say the issue may reach the U S Supreme Court as commerce and circuit court reforms stir constitutional questions about tenure and appointment.
Wesley Edwards a member of the Allen clan who raided Hutlaville March 14 and shot a judge and wounded others was arrested this morning by Clay City Police Chief A B Pettit forty miles east of Lexington. The prisoner gave the name Hathaway and claimed West Virginia origin. authorities plan to verify. Pettit tracked trains and roads into the city after a tip from Frank Wyatt of Jackson Kentucky. He arrested Edwards as he tried to board a freight train out of Clay City.
In Fankport Kentucky guard Time 11 B. Young who worked at the hooktop at the plate peokedtlanr killed Noah Taylor a Whepriser when Taylor punched him from behind Taylor swung a hammer and when the guard turned Taylor moved toward him with a shoe knife The guard fired killing Taylor at once
VITTASCAL Town June 12. Connection with the search for the murderers of the Moore family and two girls continues. Interest grows after the arrest yesterday in Monmouth, Illinois of a man whose description matches a known suspect. The coroner's jury has not discharged and authorities offer no nearer solution.
New York leaders Norman Mack and Roger Sullivan left for Baltimore to begin convention work amid reports of possible initial rapport with Indiana and Tennessee for a united front if no nominee emerges early. The New York delegation remains unpledged and could back Mayor Gaynor or Governor Dixon unless changes arise in Baltimore talks.
Gerald Trwin, youngest son of Mr and Mrs Frank W. Trewin, formerly of Fort Wayne, is to graduate from St Joseph’s School in the capital city. He is a brother of Milas Helon May Irwin.
Los Angeles June 14 jur y charge centered on whether Mrs Caplan was a key witness Darrow allegedly sought to keep from testifying via Abton Johannsen and Giat A. Troy moe. Prosecution portrayed Caplan as a material witness moved from San Francisco to Hone New, while defense argued she toiled in a San Francisco sweatshop and faced harassment before police protection.
A Chicago report states a group of five men and a woman escaped from Fort Sheridan. The fugitives include Lelia Lawrence and Frank New Un, Fred Meyer, Harold Smith, and Charles O. Underwood of Troop A, First Cavalry. They fled in a black automobile after a daytime pursuit and later fled toward Chicago. Fort guards and police are searching for the men.
A car and airship speed meet near Jacksonville ended tragically when Henry Wells, a noted aeronaut and driver, was killed during a ten mile race. The accident occurred mid afternoon as Wells was nearing the final leg, the machine veered, struck the fence, and collapsed, mortally injuring Wells.
Washington report on June 13 details IWRL President Catt accused of misusing a $2,000 traveling expense fund. House debate on sundry civil appropriation reveals arguments by Mitger ald, Fleagerald, and supporters about train costs and alleged improper charges. Proponents say travel supported the presidency and party interests, while critics highlight alleged prearranged costs for a special train and secret service expenses. The item passed 73 to 5.
Havana dispatch reports General Monseaguesduo announces that Colonel Valiente’s column defeated Generals Este nace and Trener at Jurahuaca, with heavy rebel losses. Havana papers quote government victory but later claims worry over exaggerated reports and minimal engagements.
Senate resumes consideration of regustative executive and judicial appropriation with Titania investigating committees hearing for improvements at sea. House committee named to investigate charges against Judges Hanford Archbald, and taken up in executive sessions by judiciary committees. Army appropriation conference report and legislation to remove Gen Wood from office under discussion.
Dispatches from Oriente claim U S ships remain active near Havana as warships withdraw to base. Special observer in Washington notes possible policy shift while reports continue of troop movements and resupply to threatened garrisons. Local papers track implications for Cuba and Atlantic security.
New York reports antler committee member Taggart from Tadlaga New York says Indiana supports Marshall. delegates favor him regardless of party. He notes a camp Arthur committee chair would work with the national committee. Taggart plans to go to Baltimore soon for action.
In Chicago on June 17 delegates aligned for Roosevelt and Taft dominated the day as the national committee sorted contested seats. North Carolina and Missouri battles produced Roosevelt wins while Taft gained several districts. overall Taft led 109 to 101 with many contests still pending across states including Texas Washington and Oklahoma.
The forty ninth annual commencement exercises of Fort Wayne High School filled the auditorium at night with graduates receiving diplomas after four years of work. Valedictorian Marion Leonard spoke on Beauties and James Madison Barrett Jr addressed the audience on The Conservation of the Hay. President Winthrop E. Stone of Berea College delivered The Relationship of Life, urging graduates to balance mind and body and seek opportunities beyond school.
After hours of talks with Senator Demi Averths and a telephoned briefing from Colonel Roosevelt, Roosevelt remained undecided about traveling to Chicago. Delegates supporting him pressed for action, accusing national leaders of trying to undermine the Roosevelt movement and seeking a candidate who had broad Republican backing. Roosevelt planned a New York departure, with Chicago travel depending on morning developments.
Preddin Welsh of Pratyp Welsh and Grover Hayes of Columbus battled in a ten round boxing match. The bout was dull until round five when Hayes opened with real exchanges, Welsh showing science while Hayes delivered strong punches, a slower finish drawing jeers from the crowd.
Eighteen members of the house of representatives will play Vanebel on Saturday in a charity game in Washington. The lineup includes Republicans Andatenn Minnesota catcher, Pateen Pennsylvania pitchers, Farr Pennsylvania third base, Reyburn Pennsylvania shortstop, Ames Massachusetts center field, and others from Nebraska to Oklahoma. Proceeds benefit hospitals and children's playgrounds.
Fragmented weather note reports Friday and Saturday showers, moderate winds, and cool temperatures across Lower Michigan and nearby areas. Predictions include showers, light gusts, and unsettled conditions with a mix of rain and cool, breezy weather into the weekend.
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