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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1911

Page

7

State department voucher mystery surfaces at Knox hearing

Washington June 14 a Day portrait voucher mystery dominated the state department inquiry. Secretary Knox testified about a crumpled envelope finding near Disbursing Clerk Morrison's desk after a search, while Hamlin pressed for why a $32,450 voucher paid to Rosenthal diverged from the amount.

Washington Knox Hamlin Morrison State Department Root Michael Calulta Mr. Morrison State ‘Department House Frederick Hale Eugene Hale The Canada Passamaquoddy Bay Hale Dutfee Albert Rosenthal Rogenthat Carr Consular Bureau Morwigga Ries

Fort Wayne Furnishes Equipment for Lima Gas Plant

The Indians Lighting Company completed a modern gas production plant at Lima with equipment manufactured locally. The facility features a 2.1 million cubic feet capacity, and includes appliances built by Kerr Nutva Manufacturing and installation by Western Gas Construction.

Fort Wayne Lima Gas Indians Lighting Company Bim Oho Ted Ene Mlanufacturedo Yan Fust Covtyneter

Weather forecast from June Washington and Midwest regions

The local forecast notes unsettled conditions for Thursday and Friday with variable winds and chances of showers in western portions. Michigan and Indiana are described as generally fair to warm with light to moderate variable winds, while other Great Lakes states show similar patterns. Barometer readings around 29.90 inches are reported with recent high and low wind gusts noted.

Washington Indiana Fulh Wermar Wautern Porcion

Auditors 10 keep records of athletes at Brela Turnfest

An auditing committee led by John Deppen and others will manage records for six hundred or more athletes at the Brela Turnfest opening Friday. A special office at the park with filing tools will receive reports from judges as contestants compete in numerous events amid a large parade and German singing groups welcoming visitors.

John Deppen Lewis Otten Fred Pothoff Gust Muhler Hubert Berghoff Jillson Cummins Kalbfielsch Tucker Charles Breiss T. F. Kucher Lst Jin Busineae Peredes Phe Yarade Superior Street Tumarfeh Fulton Puttfield Easton Jafferson Calhoun Wayne Clinter Ehorber Splendid Foets Seciedies Ring of ‘Natch Berry Fairfield Avenue Wi Om Harrison Baker Capebs Sarr

Congress Re fuses To Draw Out Session Tariff Clash

Washington June 14 An edited report shows Representative Victor Berger of Wisconsin speaking in the House during debate on the woolen schedule revision. He argued the bill shifts protection from labor and undermines international free trade. The speech reiterated a Democratic resolve to confine legislative efforts to tariff matters while asserting the measure offers only temporary relief for workers.

Washington, D.C Cmaiden Spesen Victor Berger Wingeanaln Salr Ase Statter Congress Iors Housa Berger Underwood Haé Feytura Hie Vares Mr. Vare Ito Penrosé Mr. Reyham Washington Vahela Reybin Em Ation

Reciprocity taken up by senators in Canada bill debate

Washington June 14 Senate opened discussion on the Canadian reciprocity bill with speeches by Senator Curie of Kansas and Senator McCumber of North Dakota opposing the measure. Tomorrow Senator Nelson of Minnesota is to speak in opposition continuing the debate.

Washington Senate Cur Une Kansas McCumber North Dakota Nelson Min Praota

Senate Leader and Mayor Reyburn in Alleged Rift

Philadelphia report says United States Senator Loigs Penrose and Mayor Reyburn are on the verge of open warfare over power and political ambitions. Reyburn seeks the U S Senate and supports the Vare Reynolds ticket while Penrose blocks that path, fearing loss of influence and a stronger city administration aligned with national aims.

Philadelphia United States Loigs Penrose Reyburn Penrose United States Senate Revorger Vare Revyhurn Pen Tose

Witness Describes Sugar Trust Ties in Congressional Probe

In a congressional hearing, a witness testified about ties between the American Sugar Refining company and the Pennsylvania Sugar Refining company. He claimed he did not know the details of policies but acknowledged a $1,258,000 loan and collateral stock transfers with voting power. The testimony suggested complex arrangements surrounding collateral and corporate control.

Washington H.C. Havemeyer Havemeyer Sage “Pilechief Maker American Buyer Refining Company Pases - Tr Soie Tnuer Tcomping Adolph Semal Pennsylvania Sugar Refining Stotk Pannsylvania Representaciva Gerrete American Luger Refining Company Helk James M. Berk American Debe Anit Aene Nee Mann

Investigation of Excessive Express Rates Proposed in House

Representative Burleson of Texas introduces a resolution directing the secretary of commerce to supply information on causes of high express rates. Representative Cox of Indiana asks the Postmaster General to report if any private express firm is transporting trade in competition with the postal service.

Washington Burleson Texas Secretary of Commerce Cox Indiens Kenéral

Bank official shot dead as cashier tied to bank fraud

Hart, a bank official, was killed by a gunshot after a dispute over misappropriation of funds at the Bank of Tar. Hussey was arrested as officials and the state examiner investigated. The bank, with assets around 25,000, faced a capital base near 29,100 and more than 206,000 in deposits.

Tha Bank of Tardead Assletarit Wn Bank Funfe Hart Hussey Doughton Fithe Bank Booke Expoange- Astute Fq Hanké

City Tax Levy Rates Change Across Eastern Indiana

Eastern Indiana cities and county seats report changes in property tax levies for the year. Several large cities show decreases in rates, including Fort Wayne and Huntington, while others like Decatur Warsaw and Angola post increases. No change was noted in Sarbue.

Iwki Wayne Indiama Fort Wayha Adams Levy Washingtonton Elm Wayne Township Ivy Crag Butler Huntington Albion Columbia City Leys Indiana Decatur Garrett Warsaw Lagrange Lee Fondellviic Leve Liggaier Ews Javtease Angola Bluitien Sarbue

Excursion steamer burns after heavy loss of life

In Kentucky a passenger excursion steamer on the river caught fire near Smithland. Fumes spread uncontrollably, explosions followed from barrels of air, and many passengers and crew were killed or injured. The craft drifted to the opposite bank before landing. Reports say communication with Hamlet… studded towns is cut. Fifty excursionists and a crew of fifteen were aboard. Nearby, a Peruvian town department store burned, destroying a four story building with unknown losses. Authorities face delays as fire crews and gasplugs tackle the blaze.

Hamletsburg Mlinola

Steel firm hints witnesses for steel trust probe

United States Steel plans to suggest witnesses to the Stanley steel trust investigative committee to illuminate questions in the inquiry. Counsel Lindabury defended figures used to compare rail rates for ore hauling, arguing the data came from an expert accountant and should not be presented as authoritative without direct authorization.

Washington United States Steel Corporation Stanley Steel Trust Cur Lindabury Steel Corporation James’ Gayley Gbeirman Brantey Mr. Lindabusy Mr. Stanley Diely Auttor Stan Lindebur Lee St Peet Carnegie United States

Druggists and physicians face license revocation pledge

In Indianapolis an emergency meeting of the Indiana state boards of medical examiners and pharmacy agreed to pursue license revocation for druggists and doctors aiding illegal liquor sales. The session reviewed violations and Governor Marshall's warning against opening dry county drug stores.

Indianapolis Ind Riek of Jota Leensa Atate State Board of Pharmacy Saraed Cerater Marshall

Garrett Young Man Admitted To Bar

Garrett, ind., June 14 James W. Parker a former Garrett with high praise from Chicago Law School, has completed an 8 three year course and will likely become a capable lawyer. He serves as district commercial manager for Western Union in Chicago. The community remembers James Parker fondly and welcomes his latest success with pride. He has been an exemplary young man and his studies and ambition inspire confidence among his friends and family.

Garrett Ind James W Chicago Law School Tilisi Western Union Telegraph’ Company Chicago James Paker

More Generous Rivalry Urged For Newspapers

Louisville observers report George C. Hite of the Todsonprls Story vocalized a plea for calmer competition among city papers. He warned against deceit and biased reporting, urging newspapers to cooperate more and follow Henry Watterson’s ideal of guarding personal affairs from public overreach.

Louisville George .c.Hite Todsanprls Faust Barequet Southers Owas Hitt Henry Watterson Speext Newepaers Hal Amaira Dewepapere

Seamen's War Declares Strike Across British Ports

The seamen's strife was formally declared tonight at London Glasgow Liverpool Calais Bristol Southampton and other British ports. The aba owneremain remained indif ferent, seemingly confident they will have no doubts in winning the place of the strikers.

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Maine to Yield Up Its Dead Within Week

In Bahama Cuba area salvage teams hope to expose the Maine wreck after thirteen years by lowering the coverdam enough to reveal the midship section and boiler deck. Workers aim to reach the engine room area as mud is cleared, with partial recovery expected within a week or ten days.

Maine Bavama

Mexico is Racked by Dissension Amid Diaz Abdication

Chaos grips Mexican politics as Abdication rumors surge, Madero loyalists clash with federals in Mexico City and Chihuahua while insurgent bands under Orozco and Masby push toward strategic targets in Lower California and Sonora. Agents linked to rebels are arrested in Los Angeles for neutrality law violations.

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General Baking Company Formed In Monopoly Merger

June 14 New York Twenty one large baking companies across northern and eastern cities merged under the General Baking Company with 320 million in stock and 5 000 000 in bonds. The venture aims to control bread manufacture and sale, facing monopoly concerns in many locales. Cities involved include New York Boston Providence Newark Jersey City Philadelphia Pittsburgh Cleveland Detroit Buffalo Rochester and more.

New York Gether General Baking Company General Boxing Company Boston Providence R. J. Newark Farsey City N.wj Philadelphia Pittsboro Washington D.C Cleveland Canion Toledo Detroit Mrs. Wheeling W. Ve Rochester Buffalo

Federal receivers sought for United States Wireless Telegraph Co

In the federal circuit court a plea to appoint receivers for United States Wireless Telegraph Company is filed declaring insolvency. Assets cited at 3,000,090 with debts of 765,000. only 100 cash on hand. Decision reserved by the court.

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