Moreni Tank Steamer Abandoned After Fire
The Moreni, an armed American tank steamer, was attacked by a German submarine on June 12. After a two hour chase, the vessel was set ablaze and the crew abandoned ship, taking to lifeboats as the submarine fired about 15 shots. Forty three of forty seven crew were rescued by a passing steamer. six men were wounded and hospitalized.
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Moreni
Rane Onder
Germany
Department of State
Sfoetedy
Schley
Annapola
Twenty Acre
Tdkee Shewey
Tongal
Dewey
Alma
Ai Offer Mina
Redgens
Coren
Uri
Corman
Salenitcer
Tio
Schiay
Newrok
Freely
Greely
Heth
Sebiey
Greets
Cape Sabie
Aind
Sta
Hitler Gaye
Teo
Pal
Piyrig
Atlantis
W. 7. Simpson
Sampson
Cape Lenie
Agiuimd Carcere
Santhate Harbor
Davey Lo
Manila
Mpaan
Stba
New York
Wen
Ververna
Kohley
Sagesaheenen
Sauiedren
Casrae
Brian
Rae
Mark
Tun
Rehley
Navy
Sampoen
Sealey
Dello
Plans for big drive across county emerge
The county committee reports preparations for a broad campaign. Clergy and residents are mobilizing, with church groups and local officials pledging support. Meetings target early June efforts and a unity push for community action.
Nine Young Ladies Graduate at Normal
A Port Wayne normal school ceremony last night awarded diplomas to nine graduates. Names include Mergolt Drvant Canat Liles J dine Pibiomug Helen Mary Tlohyinha Huth Kliga Shulthetss Cynte rlyn Miolutsitever Verna Alwide Bulli Lydia Umbach and Mary he Youn. Members of the Young Women’s Christian Aid Neelton invite attendees to a garden party at the elite home Tuesday evening June 1 with entertainment and refreshments.
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Gaiaa
Port Wayne
Edgar
Wall
AL Louandali
Urensurer
Ad Edge
Mergolt Drvant
Canat Liles
Jdine Pibiomug
Helen Mary Tlohyinha
Huth Kliga Shulthetss
Cynterlyn Miolutsitever
Ad Neelton
Ty Heaven
Soek
Inatraled Reallres
Ames Jon Re
Father Kidnaps His Own Children Allegedly
A man named Meinewisch allegedly imprisoned his wife by taking the only fuel for the stove and locking her in, then abducted their two children from Radisill school claiming a date ride. The mother reports the children missing and the probation officer continues the search as charges and future contempt proceedings loom.
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Ana Ernn
Radisill School
Nua Hous
Ti Fe
Meinewisch
Whfe
Mennewisch
Yaple
Commercial Travelers Picnic Today at Robison Park
Fort Wayne council No 212 United Commercial Travelers stage annual basket picnic at Robison Park starting at 2 pm. Events include races for various ages, a peanut contest, chair and clothes pin contests, horse shoe and beanbag style games, and an evening dance after supper.
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Fort Wayne
Eiria Imder
Furnistr Winnsemettt
Higher Courts Record at Omata and Vincennes Trials
Court notices and docket items list cases from St Joseph RO Record and Weeteri Lita Indemnity Company. Entries mention June 8 1917 hearings, appellate actions, and a Brook View lot sale set before Wednesday. Names include W Koller, Ulneons, and various appellants, with references to Civil and Appellate proceedings and court minutes.
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Vincennes
Tlee
le Cocmt
W. Koller
Whulvelin
St Joseph RO
Sepimle
Boul
Jamin Wartell
Treterk Feted E Aue
Oc) Appellees
Weeteri Lita Indemnity Company
Va Dda MO Cohen
Eddy
Jatin Stuniwager
Dekall
CIMA
Ship in Battle With U Boat and Gunner Recall Heroic S(ac)ts
A fragmented report recalls a gunner who sank a U boat during a battle, mentioning Mrs. Wale and a commander named Arhitnsa aboard the American merchant vessel. The account notes a struggle with a damaged turret and notes the husband’s uncertain fate amid naval action.
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Sue Pire
Joerdera
Winlent
Clark
Fort Wayne urged to form motor car and truck units
Mr Beers leads call for a national motor vehicle army to replace rail and interurban transit. About one hundred municipalities have replied as Fort Wayne supporters push for 20 train cars and trucks to join a civilian defense unit. The plan, presented at the Commercial Club, seeks volunteers to man automotive units for emergency service and transportation needs nationwide.
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Fort Wayne
Elaremian
Nambery
Dave
Mir
Teers
Myane
Kingland
Daniel
Chaitin
Hae
Cec
Ular Army
Rwnar
Commercetal Club
Food Head to Assume New Duties Monday
Pred W Gray of Torre Hiuite is named feed head and supervisor for the Allee county relief committee. He will arrive in Ithia city today and start duties Monday, overseeing crop production plans and wartime measures to organize labor and production efforts.
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W. Gray
Torre Hiuite
Allee County Relief Committee
Ithia Rity
Alen
Ain Dinpertaa Peel
Haig advances as British forces seize more German trenches
In a wartime update many lines describe Haig directing assaults around Ballerenrt and nearby areas, with British troops pressing gains in trench work, capturing positions and forcing German defenders back under heavy pressure. The report notes engagements near Vinders and Waveney as reinforcements and renewed offensives drive toward strategic objectives.
Fragmented notes hint at disputed amendments and wartime policy
A garbled report references amendments and political actions tied to a wartime context. It mentions presidents, senators, and possible reversals of policy, with scattered phrases about supplies, forces, and national leadership. The readable bits suggest a heated debate over legislative changes and executive action amid conflict.
Weather Bureau Update From Department Office
Weather Bureau notes area temperatures with the first week showing Chemeh highs and Tothy Towest readings for Hier month. It records total precipitation and percent humidity, referencing MOOR Mehes Relays and a move of W. E. Doud to the Utility Building on the 2nd floor.
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Moor Mehes
Final Day for German Birth Permit Registrations
The article notes the call for Germans to obtain permits to enter alien enemy zones, stating the federal registration will close tonight at 9 PM and no extension will be allowed. Deputy Harry Muller, in charge of the wartime order, announced the command as the deadline nears.
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Clodyman
Tlaitman
Seheemann
MeeComin
Sherille
TaMae
Hed Cruse
Alrealy
Bors
Harry Muller
Kom Wavte
Pipe break causes street leak on Clay Street
Fragmentary report notes a water pipe burst near Tad Clay Street causing flooding in a property area. No injuries or official statements are visible, and details on responders or aftermath remain unclear.
Contested naval heroism in Dewey era cited in wartime lore
Fragmentary account recounts praise and controversy surrounding Admiral Sampson and George Dewey, detailing reactions to naval battles, promotions, and leadership disputes. It notes delays, orders, and public memory of figures like Schley, Sampson, and Seeley amid late 19th century U.S. and Spanish actions.
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Red Crows
Ed Crosay
America
Red Cross
BIG
Journal-Gazette
Brook View
Athletic Union
Wilson Bros. Athletic Union
Patterson-Fletcher Co
Wayne and Harrison
D.W. Beers
Woodland View
Pontiac
Hanna Street
Grand View Avenue
Weisser Park
Woodview
James H. Smart
R. Parker Smith
Haig
Ballerenrt
Herrdish
Meadecaaat
Marc Veliiul
Vianders
Miechibe
Waveney
Hyer Gemefeu Py
Andrew Petar Tain
Jerome
Seratar
Hannan
Senate
Department of Agriculture—Loval Office Weather Bureau
W. E. Doud
Jims
City News
Melork Anon
Barrell
U.S. Navy
Albert Payson
Tertune
Winfield Scott Schley
Man
Tured
Ervera
Hobson
Xorcan
Ais Satter
Jovers
Aartind
Brea
Winfield Seart Schley
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