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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1910

Page

9

Fort Wayne high school graduates heard at commencement

Crowded Moor and gallery host sixty young people from Fort Wayne High School as Superintendent J. N. Study and faculty presided. Rev D W. Moffat opened with prayer and Miss Georgia Mildred Wirth delivered the oration. Dr. Francis J. McConnell of DePauw gave the address on “The Force of Form” urging disciplined expression and purposeful education.

Fort Wayne J. N. Study Achool’ Ieuntens Wayne D. We Moffat Georgia Mildred Wirth Blutetory Heth Lane Porter Francis J. McConnell DePauw Univarnity McConnell Walen

Advocates Seek Aircraft Mail Service Expansion

Washington June 1. Representative Sheppard of Texas urges Congress to grant the postmaster general authority to use aeroplanes for mail transport. He calls for funding to purchase planes, hire operators, and train staff, arguing faster service will meet public demand. He favors using aeroplanes for first class mail to speed transit.

Washington Sheppard Texas Poalmaster Mit Tlerrezentative Congress Surrey Pip Post Office Department

Roosevelt Will Make Faith Known At Republican Banquet

Governor Hadley praised Theodore Roosevelt as the greatest political genius and urged adoption of Rooseveltian policies. He traced the GOP’s shift from progressivism to conservatism, then radicalism under Roosevelt, calling for continued bold reforms.

ST. Louis Theodors Fudevitt Anon Herbert Hadley Republican Club Roosevelt iWell Theodore Republican Party

San Francisco bout to stage July 4 fight to Reno then

Reported sparring and travel talk about a bout between Jettries and Jolson planned for July 4 in San Francisco with a possible Reno rematch. Promoter telegrams indicate fan agitation, while Reno business leaders push for a Tafmica-Tehiaon fight funded by local guarantees. Nevada lawmakers warn only regulated gloves contests allowed with proper medical and licensing conditions.

San Francisco Jettries Jolson Lf-net San Reno Jung Ely Bee Rongja Tchard Goittard Reiners Nevada Ia Homd

Jeffries Fit to Fight Now Claims from Training Camp

In Rowardennan on June 16, reports from Jeffries camp say the heavyweight is fit for combat. Governor Gillette letter to the attorney references a string of sparring events,与 with training still ongoing under the Tadwoods.

Jeffries Rowardenna Cnt Jerries Gillette Reveral Han Jack Jahn Jim Jeffries Owhele Traincra Yarmers Masseurs

Weather forecast and temperatures for Friday and Saturday

The Washington weather forecast for Friday and Saturday shows moderate south winds, cloudy skies with warmth, and variable winds. Lower Michigan and Indiana near normal to warm for the period with a high noted and a cool minimum. Yesterday tied the warmest day of the month and near records for March, signaling a mild spell as the week progresses.

Washington Indiana Saruraas Went Portiana Wigitt South Southweat Hall Lower Mieigan Gensraty Batuwing Thermirn Ter Kent OK. Monier Pont Penehod Ducig Negrons Svarniast Bay Inter Minth

Daily Hanna Place Market Opens After Council Slips

City council debated an ordinance to establish a seven day market at Hanna Place, amending section 34 to set a $26 annual rental for the three market days and allowing daily retail markets from daylight to noon. Mayor Greenanya planned to sign once delivered, with daily stalls enforceable after passage.

Hanna Place Hanna Plage Common Council Tucodusa Ventnally Rotail Tle New Board of Public Eafety

Armed Man After Tael Arrest At White House

A man described with a thick mustache and heavy build was taken into custody near the White House today after attempting to reach the president in the executive offices. Identified as James Siricklin from Cumberland, Maryland, he previously visited the executive quarters on June 7 last year and was arrested then for alleged attempted escape. He is held for observation, claiming persecution by various persons and urging the president to intervene.

Washington Sna Qinnat Jay Jamen Siricklin Cumberland Siricklin Aakthie Arsansus Hlaginky Peryong Ti Put

Teddy Parade Prep Gathers Steam on New York Waterfront

New York on June 16 readies a civic pageant for former President Roosevelt. Twenty one gun salute marks his return as eighty warships harbor patrol boats and other craft join the harbor procession. A flotilla of 180 merchant steamers will carry sightseers down the bay to view the parade and the formal welcome by Mayor Gaynor will follow Roosevelt’s landing at the battery.

New York Guna Nationat Gatute Roosevelt Oier Hathoy Wirablps Hadean River Pattery Co. Roosevelt Che Battery Gaynor Hila Hoosevelt Aidre

The Colonel Nearing Home From Exile

New York reports Roosevelt nears New York harbor aboard the Kalsteria Augusta Victoria after an eight month absence. The ship, a 17 knot vessel, is expected to reach the harbor at 1 am Saturday. Former Governor Odell says he declined to testify before the committee regarding Roosevelt’s reception next Saturday.

New York Benjamin B. Odell Roosevelt Timothy L. Woodcraft Republicar Atate Committee

Glidden Tour Drops in Shemfeld After Nashville Run

Glidden tour party reached Shemfeld late afternoon after a rough 89 mile run from Nashville in warm weather without incident. The car remains in good shape with a few minor issues noted. Tomorrow the schedule includes a stop at Corinth, Mississippi en route to Memphis, the next distant point in the journey.

Sheffield Aln SheMeld Nashville Rand NeUvitha Landing Revarai Reno Oren Tamorrow Memphis Corinth

Mayor Shank Encounters Dry Cities Tour Findings

Indianapolis mayor Shank reports visiting several dry southern cities in Tennessee, Alabama, and other states. He claims prohibition influence remains strong and that residents prefer local dry policies, noting newspapers favor the stance and that drinking access varies by establishment.

Indianapolis Stank Tonncasey Alalma Memphis Birmingham Nashville Montgomery Apts Anya Mityar

Lad Rescued From Swift River Current Near Lake Avenue

A boy aged about 12 was swept into the St. Doe River while playing near Lake Avenue. Two men, Dr Cru and Mr Harthingar, jumped into the river to reach him while another man, Mr. Wadne, assisted from the opposite bank. The lad was unconscious but revived after brief resuscitation and walked home.

Rytoe Gareér Nin Steven St. Doe Lake Avenue Takealda Floritae Strane Crull Sterry Mal- Hinger Utter Kone Rinier Ene Plavning Dr. Cru Pene

Early Morning Cross-Over Construction by Traction Company

The Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction Company begins a cross-over on South Calhoun Street after the last car passes Berry Street to allow Meelloring Construction to remove west tracks from Lewis to Berry streets. A single track between Berry and Barry streets starts, with one-track Calhoun Street service between Baker and Rory streets. Southbound Calhoun Street cars in Pontiac East Crishiton and South Wayneines will depart the transfer corner on the even hours and twenty and forty minutes after the hour.

Calhoun Street Wayne and Wabash Valley ‘Traction Company Berry Street Barry Lewis Berry Streets Lelweem Haker Rorey Streets Traction Company Pontiac East Crerishton South Wayna

Death of Frank Cannon in La Porte tragedy unfolds

Report from La Porte Indiana details the death of Frank Cannon and the alleged circumstances surrounding the incident. Rhett Walker and Terre Tatewan are named in the tale as involved in the events of the night. Cannon died during medical attempts, with Walker reportedly suffering injuries.

Frala Ae & Colaelists Canon Aled Walker Ta

Leader Shumaker Faces Editorial Attacks in Anti Saloon League Dispute

The Marttard City Times-Gazette accuses Shumaker of the Anti-Saloon League of graft and dishonesty. The piece compares support for dry wards across counties and towns, questioning funding and alignment with anti saloon aims while alleging editorials pushed by rival groups.

Shumaker Anti- Saloon League Times Welia County Hank Dendalls Dry Grant Midlaen Delaware Marion Wise Shinaker Lipraloona Mantpelier Hartford City Sloane Aytheres Montpelier Hartfort Cy Uribe Flaelpion

Municipal accounts examined by Fort Wayne traction firm

An expert accountant connected with the offices of Superintendent M J Keo of the Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction company led an inquiry into municipal fleet and department accounts. The work follows Howard D Page of Baltimore, who began the audit last January, with aims to extend records from January 1 to a later date. Public release of the report by the traction company officials remains uncertain.

McZe AL Page afMees M. J. Keno Nght and Power Department Fort Wayne & Wabash Valley Traction Company Bean Municipal Fleetzeight Department Mr. Page Howard D. Page Ballimore Pane Witt Page Oftelais

County Superintendents Seek Higher Salary Reform

In Indianapolis at the state meeting county superintendents urged better pay. They formed a seven member legislative committee to petition the legislature next winter to place the office and salary on a firm footing. Five members were present at the initial meeting. The committee includes Log Driver Winchester John F Hainer Jessa Olwen Frankih Richart Park Sullivan and FR Sather.

Indianapolis Ainte Rowsell Gay Mo Wae Ape Polment Log Driver Winchester John F. Hainer Sokeievtie Jessa Olwen Prankih Richart Park Sullivan B. Sniher Masaoin FR Sather Mitchell Jahn R Carr

Principles Not 10 Be Republican Middle Ground in Campaign

Indiana Twelfth district Republicans meet at the Anthony hotel to endorse a middle ground between standpatters and progressives. State Chairman Lee insists the party should be republican in name and policy, downplaying strict principles while focusing on unity on tariff disputes and defeating Beveridge or Aldrich factions. Others supporting a centrist line included Dr. Gilbert, J. M. Henry, FP. Wis, C. G. Bath, Archie Campbell, and N. B. Ws with Mr. Mossiman preachingillos.

Helther Heaton Congress Beaton Beveridge Min May Alecrich Main Lee Anthony Hotel Werko Uxa Inalana Republicasilam Beveridge Tutt Republican Party Elotimuc Lec'a Jee Dr. Gilbert Kensdaliville J. M. Henry FP. Wiis Waterloo C. G. Bath Fort Wayne Aldrich Alley County Gilbert Kendallvile Archie Campbell Kendallville N. B Ws B. Paul Mossinan

DeKalb Republicans Hold Auburn Convention in Auburn Indiana

In Auburn Indiana on June 11 the DeKalb county Republicans convened to nominate a county ticket. County chairman James W. Shoter called the meeting to order, with Frank A. Brink named permanent chairman and W. H. Willemar secretary. Delegates and candidates were nominated for sheriff, coroner, treasurer, auditor, surveyor, and county commissioners. Samuel L. Dennison and other local figures were presented for various posts.

Auburn Ind Cepublicans ReKab County Falegnin Thin City Tcket Morntis Ordor Chrisman James W. Shoter Frank A. Brink Butler Wos Mide Ghantman W. H. Willemar Resolutions Committee Dhator Albert J. Beveridge United States N. Heston Fort Wayne Congress George Scatterenod Richland Wan Candy Nasossor P. G. Ginder W Mington W. W. Swarts J. W. Reed Pheritt Clyde Hart Spencer Township Thad Thomas Smitihfield Soloman Shear

Work for the Two Jims campaign tour announced

Vice President Sherman and former Representative Innes Watson discussed campaign strategy with President today. They plan a joint swing around the circle to defend the Republican record and push a strong party defense in the current campaign. Watson focuses full time on the congressional race.

Washington Shermann Innes EB. Watson Indiana Republican Shell Sherman Watson Come

Disaster hits Krasae Senrny county in Hungary

Bulletin from Budapest reports nearly 300 people killed and several villages destroyed by a cloud cart today in Krasae Senrny, a border county near Transsylvania and Romania. The county capital, Tama, is described as sparsely populated by locals.

Budapest Hungary Krasae Senrny Transsvania Ranmania Seevin

Washington Accepts Invitation To National Rivers Conference

A report from Washington notes the president accepted an invitation to attend the National Rivers and Harbors convention in the city on December 7 and 3. The event focuses on waterways, infrastructure, and harbor improvements.

Washington Tune Ti Tift

World Mission Progress Highlighted by Conference

At Edinburg the International Missionary Conference hears the Church now a central force in global evangelism. The report by J Campbell Gibson notes dramatic growth from small beginnings to widespread Christian influence across Fiji Australia New Guinea Japan Manchuria Africa and more. Roosevelt letter praises the conference and its aims for advancing Christian mission work worldwide.

Edinburg Scotland Simon Meta J. Campbel Gibson Englsh Guinet Mieslun Falda Tecolle Australia New Guinea Japan Manchuria Aala Afri¢a Mongolia Thibet Turkestan Afghanistan Ambia Africa Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt Nis Inn Say Silas McBee Antich America Dutch Reformed Church of America

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