Bribery Allegations Strain Roosevelt Taft Fight
Chicago reports three new affidavits charging Roosevelt backers bribed delegates in Mississippi to desert Taft. James W. Shumpert, D. W. Sherrod, and Buckley wiriness allege Banks offered money to switch votes. Shumpert, Buckley, and Sherrod deny any wrongdoing. Shumpert is Meridian Methodist church presiding elder.
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Chicago
Roosevelt
Charles Banks
Mississippi
Taft Standard
Taft
James W. Shumpert
Buckley
D. W. Sherrod
Shumpert
Shumper
Sherrod
Jackson
Miss
Ed Bond
Canton
Meridian, Miss
Methodist Episcoaal Church Conference
First District
Sixth Ward Socialists Prepare for Campaign Meeting
Socialists of the Sixth Ward plan a Tuesday night gathering at Broadway and Huestis Avenue to organize ward units for effective campaign work. The Decatur notice indicates broader citywide organization by ward.
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Sixth Ward
Broadway
Huestis Avenue
Annual Baptist church picnic at Robison Park next Saturday
The annual outing of the Baptist church Sunday school will be at Robison Park next Saturday afternoon. Free transport for members under 32. special car from Jefferson and Calhoun at 1 pm, return at 7 pm. A basket lunch at 6 will be followed by athletic contests and a baseball game between two men's classes.
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Fitat
Robison Park
Jefferson and
Calhoun
Concordia College Glee Club Concert Featured Fort Wayne Figures
Local Concordia College event drew alumni and friends including former real estate figure Martin Helnicke and pianist Wattar Lichtsinn. The Orpheus Glee Club performed with several notable attendees and Fort Wayne music enthusiasts in attendance at the lawn concert setting.
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Ayillain T
Walon van Arred Ommicer
Challex
Hisanhut
D. Watson
Orpheus
Lawn
Concordia College
Fos Concordia
Martin Helnicke
Fort Wayne
Wattar Lichtsinn
Will Tate Martin
Sugar control was expensive for Utah sugar trust
June 17. Testimony in a government suit alleges Henny Havemeyer, a magnate in sugar, controlled the Utah Sugar Company and its 714,000 shares at 18 dollars a share. He is linked to the Royer trust and Mormon bishop Thomas Cutler testified. The case concerns the 190% spring par value and the high costs of sugar control.
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New ‘Fork
Henny
Havemeyes
Uta Sagar Company
Une
Aay
Thomas Re Cutler
Utah Ldato Sigar Company
Jehl
Royar Trust
Have
Utah
Extra Glasses for Convenience on Trips and Work
For vacations, business trips, or office days, keep an extra pair of glasses. Order an additional set to avoid hassle and inconvenience from missing eyewear.
Convention Pro Gram Today At Coliseum Hall
Convention program listed with a public opening at 10 30 and 12 noon sessions. Victor Rosewater of Nebraska presides as acting chairman with invocation by Rev James F Callahan St Malachys. Gavel presented by Fred Upham to Rosewater. readings and nominations for temporary officers follow.
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m—Coliseum
Bard
Victor Rosewater
Nebraska
Fes Publican National
James F. Callahan
St. Malachy’s
Roman Catholic_ church
Fred Upham
Mr. Rosewaiter
Lafayette B. Gleason
Thalitran
When Harths Last Fund Is Completed Endows a Future
A fragmented poem contemplating charity and the end of fundraising. It muses on committees rising, funds ruined, and the hope that once endowed, institutions will prosper. The speaker envisions a future where beds, walks, and shelves are funded, and people adapt to doing things for themselves.
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Harth
Grace Construction Promises Trinidad Pitch Lake Asphalt
Grace Construction Co of Fort Wayne seeks street paving work and defends using Trinidad Pitch Lake asphalt. The firm refutes rumors of switching to cheaper California and Colorado products, asserts shipments are Trinidad asphalt with customs certificates, and emphasizes commitment to quality and local business.
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Grace Construction Ga
Bort Wie
Foweat
Canmels
Trinidad Biter Lake
Lila City
Grace Construction Co
Trinidad
California
Colm
Grace Construction 9
Barker Asphalt Co
Calesge
Jane
The
Fort Wayne
Ind
Jentlenen
Isle OF Trinidad
Customs House
Missionary Society Meeting Planned At Fort Wayne
The Fort Wayne district annual meeting of the Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal church opens this afternoon at Mist MB church and continues tomorrow. Officers include Mrs. John Niblick of Decatur district president, Mrs. Th. G. Jehinaon of East Wayne street vice president, and others.
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Fort Wayne
Woman's Home Missionary Society
North Treliana
Ehurel
John Niblick
Decatur
Th. G.jehinaon
East Wayne Street
Thially
Herbert Jf, Beam
Bhuldon
Grant Chaney
Portland
Fad Fira
Peter Quicksell
Thlaefty
Republican Watton convention faces split and turmoil
June 11 Chicago report outlines the Watton Republican convention at the Coliseum and the looming split over a third term for Roosevelt and the recall platform. It notes Taft’s challenge and Roosevelts’ coalition, predicting a dramatic party fracture and a contentious showdown.
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Chicago
Coliseum
Lincoln
United States
Roonavelt
Fee Provident
Taft
Roosevelt
Tatty
Tivain
Ronneron
Iis
Ile Rocks
Republic
Gandy
Weather Bureau Notes on Atmospheric Conditions
The notice from the U.S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau presents an explanatory summary of atmospheric data. It references Willis L. Moore as chief and discusses pressure, temperatures, and wind-related observations with historical measuring practices.
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U.S Department of Agriculture
Weather Bureau
Willis L.moore
Weather Conditions From A Moderate Low Pressure Trough
Weather signals show a trough of low pressure extending from the St. Lawrence valley to Texas tonight. Rain has fallen heavily from Texas into Oklahoma and northeast toward the North Atlantic coast over the past 34 hours. High pressure over the upper Missouri valley shifts southeast, bringing fair weather expected for Tuesday and Wednesday over the forecast region.
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St. Lawrence
Texas
Oklahoma
North
Atlantic
Missouri Valley
Mississippi
Lake
Building Permits Issued for Dwellings and Repairs
Building permits issued include P. Gamp for a dwelling at 717 Lawton Place valued at 2,750 dollars and Paul Kaylor for repairs to a dwelling at 709 St. Mary's Ave valued at 1,500 dollars ME. The Ancient Order at Sphinx fraternal and insurance group plans to move headquarters to Hickivan Welding. officers listed include Therbert I. Samersy as supreme worthy master and John GB as supreme treasurer.
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P. Gamp
Lawton Place
Paul Kaylor
St. Mary's Ave
Sphinx
Fort Wayne
Hickivan
Therbert I
Samersy
John’ GB
Tone
Fratty G Kenner
Glenn A
Births Recorded for Several Families in City Addresses
A daughter was born to Mr Sid and Mrs Alex Stork of 707 Archer avetina. A daughter arrived for Mr and Mrs Arno R Duntz at 4 Robert Street. A son was born to Mr and Mrs Henry Katnig of 124 Stophitt street.
Secretary position discussed with weather bureau veteran
A dialogue notes a candidate agreeing to serve as secretary despite frequent absences. The reply from the Republicans signals acceptance, recalling the appointee’s prior connection to the weather bureau.
Decatur News Items Highlight Local Businesses And Commencement
Decatur Ind June 17 Frank Gags longtime manager of the Auilens Ramp store plans August opening in the Burns building offering clothing and ready to wear items. Burns in harness business for over thirty years will shift to a new front by mid August. Sixty fourth annual county commencement set tomorrow at the common school with possible shift to Lehman grove if weather fails. County Superintendent L J Opliger and assistant plan to welcome humorist Thomas Torlin as speaker. Local guests include Mr and Mrs Toho Christen and relatives visiting from Wart Wayne Toledo Fort Wayne Cincinnati and Louisville among others.
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Decatur
Ind
Frank Gags
Fuilens
Burns
Herne
Lehman Grove
Old Mennonite Church
L. J. Opliger
F. Wlarr
Lave Macured
Thomas Torlin
Alve
Toho Christen
Welr Sons
Jessa
Wart Wayne
Bert
Toledo
Ohio
Tg, Parrish
Ria Maglev
Do M. Read
Fort Wayne
Ode
Lotta Failen
Kinp
Tela Miller
Dick Schafer
Walter
Charles Lose
Catherine Kriegel
Walter Delisch
Celfna
Max Gerard
Emily
Louhiville
Jolin Gerard
Abams County Civil War Veteran Dead in Decatur
A June 17 Decatur Ind report notes Theodore Kennedy, a Decatur Civil War veteran, died on Market Street after a long illness. Funeral set for Wednesday at 1 30 in the afternoon with military burial to be provided. local G A R and family to attend.
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Drcater
Ind
Adama Coun
Dad Durr
James Steickler
Mary Mathewson
Ring Cage
Mai Bricker
John Bauman
Cleo Nichinger
John A. Cline
Ple
Orelock
Saamans
Methodist
Decatur
Urcatur
Theodore Kennedy
Ife Hare
Market Street
Imat Indy
Overland Car Gift Sparks June Congratulations
Garrett receives an elegant Overland car as a gift from his aunt Mrs Nancy Marshall who visited him. a 1000 dollar check accompanied the gift to aid purchase. Mrs Marshall is the car’s donor and a relative outside his immediate family. She is the sister of his mother. The car was delivered during her visit and Mr Lallare took the initial ride. Also listed: job opening for dishwashers at the Maryland Lunch Room.
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Fing Auto
Marshall
Lallare
Jay Tetere
LaVinre
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