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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1900
Page
2
The Interstate Commerce Commission seeks to enforce safety appliances on railroad cars amid extensions to the enforcement timeline. A revived public effort signals ongoing rail safety concerns, while a New York hotel project advances despite past opposition and a $60,000 hurdle.
The piece attacks the Republican slate in strong terms, alleging weak platforms and dishonesty. It criticizes candidates and leaders for lack of truth and unity, forecasting a harsh political battle and urging vigilance against perceived manipulation by the party.
A historical notice recalls the near extinction of buffaloes in North America, noting a drop from 10 000 to 400 worldwide. Reports cite Yellowstone as the remaining refuge with about 23 cubgblous left, while hunters and settlers reduced herds. It contrasts with Asiatic use of the animal and laments government inaction and public indifference.
The passage discusses batato experiments and conservation debates among Western states. It cites preservation of Flathead cattle, a 100 herd vision in Kansas, and fourteen head in Lincoln Park while debating private herds versus government protection. Proponents argue large ranges support vitality. opponents fear extinction if kept in close quarters.
President McKinny plans to send droplets into China to back demands. U S forces in the Philippines total about 64 000 in active service with 4800 sailors among 1500 marines. Forty five warships have been dispatched and regiments listed include Third Fourth and many others with accompanying batteries. A large naval contingent accompanies army units to Luzon and nearby areas as a precaution against China. United States forces here are described as superior to any other nation and ready to act decisively if needed.
A garbled report outlines a murder spree linked to sudden wealth in Seattle, naming suspects Vilver Wadrail Scott and others. It recalls a body found on Scott and a sequence of shootings and disappearances, with Scott declared murdered on May 13 and Maines missing.
A garbled recap notes two merry tramps performing at Robison Park during a week of Dane. The text lists stage acts and suggests a production with characters and ensemble, mentioning Ward and Allister and a second act.
Reports from eastern Nebraska describe a heavy flood and storm damage with roads washed out, property inundated, and responders rushing to assist. Authorities warned residents to seek higher ground as bridges collapsed and waterways rose rapidly across multiple counties.
A fragmented report describes social events at The Muffin News Avibwitcher with Mrs. Chris as hostess, guests entertained, and plans for a major gathering at Commercial rooms. It notes Fort Wayne wholesalers honored, arrangements for a plant sale, and upcoming meetings by the local committees to plan further events.
A New York writer praises official advertising craft and recalls Ovid Chapman whose clever street level approach transformed a Massachusetts village shop. The tale shows how a hardware store ad and bold claims drew customers, with Chapman exuding confidence in advertising as a sales tool.
Fragmented OCR text recounts a turf event with unclear names and places. It mentions Melbourne, a third place finish, and witnesses to a run or race. Details are garbled but indicate a local horse or track reporting scene from an afternoon session.
A fire in the city led to the cremation of four orphaned children. Investigators say the blaze originated in an upper floor. no other fatalities reported. Authorities are reviewing building safety records and notifying relatives.
A fragmented report notes the steamer Laaenin sailing from this part on Friday. It carries the name Rhod Croker returning home to Liverpool and mentions imminent arrival details.
A chaotic police report details a poker game dispute near Calloway leading to a break in through a window and ladder ascent. Officers capture multiple suspects including Keli Stevens and Oliver Welly, seize nets, and arrest Joh Philips. Warrant issued for TH Goldstine amid a state law crackdown on harming militiamen.
A jumbled recap of global topics includes education claims in mocular terms, gender counts, colonial notes on Australia and Canada, malaria naming, wartime air raids, and economic data. It mentions New Zealand, Britain, Ontario migration, New South Wales livestock, and a Midway exposition with large crowds and receipts.
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