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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1911

Page

2

Trust and reciprocity debates stir Indiana Congress

A report details congressional remarks by Representative Barnhart of Indiana and Senator La Follette amid attacks on a Canadian reciprocity measure and alleged dishonest progressive aims. It notes criticism of Greely streetcar management transforming boarding, and cites May export gains, import declines, and a huge trade surplus. Pennsylvania plans a $210 million highway program under Edward Bigelow as state highways chief, linking all 67 county seats with four trunk routes.

Congress Barnhart Indiana Benator’ la Follette Senate

Mexico Reforms Target Foreign Capital to Aid Poor

Governor Gonzales outlines Mexico’s shift from Diaz era monopoly toward competition with foreign capital. New policy sections aim to curb foreign dominance, end land selloffs, and empower Mexican buyers. the plan seeks to protect workers while inviting investment under local terms.

Diaz Diez Clique Mexico Madero Gonzales

Watson Wants Action on Lavaland Postmaster Case

Former Representative Watson spoke with members of the Senate today advocating early confirmation of H. P. Lavéland as postmaster. He detailed charges against Loveland and explained why the Republican Atala committee bought 34% worth of stamps at the Peru postoffice, stating the purchase did not aim to boost Lavaland’s salary.

Washington Indiansports Star Watson Senate Today H. P. Lavéland Senate Loveland Word Republican Atala Committee Peru Lavaland

Supposed Opposition to Marshall in Indiana Politics

The Republican press claims Democratic opposition to Governor Marshall for the presidency, but Democrats statewide show unity behind Marshall. Lamb and Taggart, Shively and Kern, and the statehouse faction plus Democratic newspapers all back Marshall, making the Republican insinuation seem risible.

Indiana Marahall Lamb Taggart Shively Kern Statehouse

Senator Kevn Progressive News Cartoon Sparks Debate

The Evansville Courier notes Indiana papers’ political orientation and the public’s distrust of governors strength. It mocks the practice of portraying politicians with political backgrounds and highlights a recent drawing featuring Senator Kevn as Progressive, ridiculing the trend as editors seek relief from partisan pressures.

Evansville Courier Indianapolis Tanka Kevn

Cost of Graduation Raises Morality of Finances

A state official reports graduation costs strain families as clothes invitations and photos mount. In large high schools burdens fall on parents with spending averages around thirty five dollars for boys and fifty three dollars for girls while some pupils drop out due to unaffordable ceremonies. Trustees weigh cheaper caps and gowns or school made gowns to curb expenses.

Ir Iilitois Mlinois Gupsis— Cottier's

Indiana Delegation Doubts Over Taggart Ralston Split

Indiana lawmakers faced Washington rumors of a Taggart machine double cross in the governor race. Samuel M. Ralston met state officials including Auditor William H. O'Brien to discuss the situation. O'Brien said no formal pledge or declaration was made and stressed business matters were the focus of Ralston’s visit.

Indianapolis Washington Indiana Congress Taggart Samuel M. Ralsto Lebanon al. Ralston Washington Dispatch Ralston O'Brien Halston Basia

Political talk on E. E. Cox in Blackford county race

E. E. Cox editor of a Bart lhre City paper is active in democratic politics in Blackford county. He has lined up support for a race likely to lead to the supreme court. Cox met democratic politicians and worked with state House officers. George T. W. Self is the present reporter. Cox is committeeman from the Eleventh congressional district.

E. E. Cox Bartlhre Soda Blackford County

Burket News highlights local visits and events

Mr Cec Howard has returned home from Lefay Ind where he has been attending Purdue University. Mrs George Parmenter and daughter Hattie of Juniata Neb visited Mrs M Williamson. A large crowd attended the Children's day service at Pleasant Valley with a fine program. Mr and Mrs Jones GI and Mr and Mrs Wiley visited friends in Burket Lane May afternoon. L E Hatfield returned from La Porte after two weeks with relatives Miss Nannie McGinley returned from the Fort Wayne state Sander school convention. Children's day will be observed at AMTE church next Sunday evening. Miss Laura Snodgrass traveled to Wabash and Roann. Mrs and Mrs Vandermark and daughter Louise visiting Lanotte. Mr and Mrs Charles Williamson entertained friends at dinner Sunday. A horse belonging to Alv Rockhill was injured by an automobile. Mrs Sam Hohman returned from South Bend hospital and is improving. Daniel Leininger and family of Akron were in Burket. Virgil Doran, a mail weighing clerk between Chicago and Danville, plans an indefinite stay with his mother.

Burket Ind Une Cec Howard Lefay Étte Purdue University George Parmenter Hattie Juniata Neb M. 2 Willamson Pleasant Valley Jones GI Mr& Wiley Burket Lane L. E. Hatfield Laporte Nannie McGinley Fort Wayne Sander Am.te Ali Laura Snodgrass Wabash Roann Vandermark Louise Lanotte Charles Williaimson Alv Rockhill Sam Hohman South Bend Daniel Leininger Akron Virgil Doran Chicago Danville C. Doran

Attendance at Noble County Horticulturals Meeting Tops 200

A record crowd gathered at the Noble County Horticulturals Society meeting held at John C. Cleland’s Rush township home. Over two hundred attended, with more arriving in the afternoon. Prizes were awarded to local growers, papers on home economies drew praise, and music accompanied the program. The next meeting will be at John L. Cavin’s Perry township home in August.

Albion Ina Noble County ‘Horoiculturals Society John C. Cleland Rush Township John L. Cavin Perry I. J. ¥ Patz Elkhart Township A. Bachman Ole Barnum Albion Township 4. P. Green At Sion Woo Orlando Kitsmell Lush Township W. 2. Green Jean. Moréhauge

Activities and Visits Highlight Kendallville News Roundup

Kendallville society notes list numerous travel plans and visits including Belle Leebig to Sioux City and Topeka, Mrs Blaney and Alexander to Grand Rapids, Ella Rose visiting cousins in Oklahoma, and Jane Crawford to Niagara Falls. Local business and public notices cover postal carrier additions, bankruptcy petition, and park improvements. Community events feature vaudeville stops by Cogan and Parks, funeral of Lou Adams, and upcoming baseball plans with Auburn.

Rustic hickory summer houses and trellises at Foster's

A local ad promotes rustic hickory summer houses, fences, and climbing trellises advertised as lasting a lifetime. The sponsor Foster's emphasizes very low prices and affordability for buyers.

Foster’s

Fort Wayne visitors figure in small town notes

The 110 News Leq Ind reports Misses Caro Schlatter and Bentah Vanxile visiting friends in Fort Wayne. Several locals, including Fierce Dister, Joseph Garman, George Krumbiger and family, George Henderson, William Help with Frances Thompson, and Noah Witwer with Joseph Voder, were seen in town or at nearby areas on Saturday and Sunday. An entertainment at St John’s Reformed Church is noted for Sunday Havening, with proceeds of 26 cents. A well established business is for sale due to owner’s health. inquiries to Car Tier No 26 City.

Caroline Schlatter Bentah Vanxile Sre Fort Wayne Fierce Dister Joseph Garman George Krumbiger Leonard Grahill George Henderson Spencerrijis William Help Frances Thompsan St. John's Reformed Church Ding B. J. Schlatter Leo Ja Noah Witwer Joseph ‘Voder Robben Park

Banquet and Initiation at Van Wert BPOE Lodge

June 15 in Van Wert marked a banquet at the Home Guard temple with a dinner served at o'clock. Dr Charles D Bidle and WG Campbell of Convoy and 0 A Balyeat and 4 B Milles of Van Wert were initiated. Out-of-town guests attended. Miss Thurza Wisenova hosted a late evening party for Miss Hazel Cramer. The event featured a pink and white color scheme.

Milles Thurza Wisenova Iski Hazel Cramer Mias Maud Schuman Dwight Ditte Ten Ditho Mise Sihy First Presbyterian Church South Cherry Street J. A. Gordon West Milton Myra Gordon H. Hoelie Migs Aargaret Reilly Nevada Paul Lang Convoy Leipste Migs Margaret Black Fort Warne Caples Foster Chicago D. MN. Gregory Charles Balveat Hays Angola Ind Grende HB. McBride BIS Manchester Nixon A. EB. BeBrrde East Main Street

Gas Savers The New Process ranges at Foster's

A sale notice advertises Gas Savers The New Process ranges priced from 10 to 40 dollars at Foster's. A customer compares Bakers Bread unfavorably to Haffner's Potato Loaf. The ad also promotes rustic rockers at Foster's priced 1.99, 2.15 and 2.85. All telephone orders will be filled in rotation.

Foster’s

Shopping Suggestions Warn Against Low Prices That Sacrifice Quality

There is a great deal of merchandise made just to sell. The store selling it thinks it is profiting by such sales. The reverse is true. The only kind of goods that it pays a store to handle is reliable merchandise. A low price point is al ways commendable providing it applies to a trustworthy article, but low price at the expense of quality is dangerous. Look out for the sting.

Turkish Towels Special Pricing In Store

Sale ad lists bleached and unbleached Turkish towels with various values and prices. Items include 5c, 12c and 16c per towel lines, with multiple quantities such as 1216, 220, and 250 units referenced. Pricing appears fragmented but emphasizes discounts on Turkish towels.

County Clerk Troxel Grants June Marriage Licenses

Lagrange June 15 County Clerk Troxel began issuing licenses to four couples for June weddings. Recipients include Remo J. Fuller of Crearspring township and Emme J. D. Christner of Clearpaace township. Kenneth W. Count of Auburh Indiana and C Blanch Andrews of Wolcottville. Carl H. Schartz of Van Buren township and Clara Alice Butz of Greenfield township.

Christner Clearpa Ace Kenneth W. Count Auburh Ind C. Blanch Andrews Wolcotevila Carls H. Schartz van Buren Township Clara Alice Butz Greenfield Township

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