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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1907
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR yields a discussion of vagrancy laws and penalties including deterrence, forced labor, and hard labor sentences. The text references unemployed and indigent populations, containment measures, and punitive treatment, with scattered names and dates missing or garbled.
The Mawhee township calls for heightened community energy to pursue justice for the Woodburn murder of Mar sha Cray. Citizens fear night raiders thrive without police, urging new committees and vigilant protection. meanwhile a Massachusetts anti monopoly bill targets forced leasing in sales and contracts with severe penalties.
A long article argues that patent firms and imported machinery controls have harmed the shoe trade. It cites the Philadelphia Record on patent regimes, industry losses, rising prices, and calls for new regulations. The piece discusses manufacturers facing reduced supplies and warns dealers to secure proper guarantees to protect commerce nationwide.
The article discusses hand stitches blending with machine work to enhance filet lace designs. It notes the charm of cream colored linens with white embroidery on silk foundations, the variability of cost with handwork, and the potential for economical yet lovely finishes using small figures and surface motifs.
A garbled report describes contention over who the deputy constable represents and notes confusion in prosecutor’s knowledge. It mentions saloon politics, a staying of actions, and rising concerns as jurors are contemplated for a future hearing.
A haphazard society column reports on a hospital transfer for Henry Koester after a mental ailment, a Third Presbyterian Sunday school picnic planned for Hanna Street, and various military and civic notices including drill routines, a July 17 1946 instruction day, and parish events. The scattered text mentions Captain Helhelderfer and Captain Harry Clark, with references to Fort Harrison and Indianapolis.
A local sale notice lists a fundraiser or social event on Wayne Street with multiple women named as organizers and attendees. It names Mrs. James Meriwistian Mrs. Sturgis and Miss Margaret Smith among those involved, and mentions an active manager and planned daytime and evening sessions.
Judge Andesson arrives for the annual session accompanied by Marshal A. Tov at the Aviline hotel. Clerks and staff prepare as the court opens, with expected sessions including a notable damage suit against the Baltimore and His Railroad Company.
Citizens' Trust Company faces $200,000 in unpaid stock capital as a call on stockholders. The event disrupts cash flow and may trigger corporate actions. The article mentions leadership changes and potential legal or regulatory steps amid mounting financial pressure.
Papecial attention is now given for his clause at work. Rodenseck’s address appears as 1004 Gathoun Street Lau Block in the notice.
Robison Park Theatre presents a lively evening headlined by the World’s Four and the Packard Band. The program features varied acts, with applause for vocal performances and instrumental solos, as locals anticipate a celebratory showing of music and variety.
A planned raid aimed at arresting gamblers at Hamilton's Place the night before a fatal shooting faltered. Witnesses described a tense night as four parliament members were evacuated to hospital after the shooting. Police investigations continued as evidence of thefts and break-ins surfaced in several districts.
In a turbulent prelude to reform, Schmitz resigns as mayoral chair after a failed protest by backers. Interim leadership shifts loom as council and officials debate succession and graft probes. Mayor Smith remains jailed on extortion conviction as supervisors push to fill vacancies and steer the administration toward next year.
Fragmentary notes allege bribery ties involving Ty Branner and Kraul Jury records. No indictments for bribe taking have been issued, and commentators fear those involved may evade punishment while continuing to press the DA and his prosecuting team in assault cases.
In Bloomington on June 17, Harvey Cole of Peru won the oratorical contest held for Indiana university students. He received a $50 prize from the university Oratorical Association. Special Officer Sollitt of the Wabash police investigates after robbers broke into several cars at the Wabash freight house. nothing was stolen.
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