Democratic ticket slate and party notes mix with scattered political mentions
Fragmented OCR lists Democratic ticket for Congress State Senate and local offices then diverges into garbled lines about Tammany Hall figures and New York politics. Includes references to James M. Robinson Lewis V. Alrey William Wells Herbert Somers Michael Sheridan and others with erratic text on bids, Indian affairs, and a state supreme court action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis V. Alrey
Wiliam
Willie Franke
William Morick
Charles Dalmen
William Smith
George W! Brackenridge
Edward Sly
Daniel
Gable Wm Ringwatt
Development of Interurban Lines Advances Across Indiana
The McGulloch syndicate plans an interurban system with about 100 miles of track linking major Indiana cities. Indianapolis News notes Union Traction began Elwood to Tipton construction, with grading done and cars due within days. Lafayette and Logansport routes progress toward a 200 mile network, creating service for hundreds of thousands. Indianapolis Green Line contractors push ninety miles of right of way, aiming for winter steel and spring service to connect Lafayette, Indianapolis, and surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Icorgara
Adiara
Indianapolis News
Union Traction Company
Une
Elwouil
Tipton
Seutos Thal Lafayette
Peru
Logansport
Lafayette
Lagansport
Metatloch Syndicate
Lebanon
Indianapais
Didinna
Indianapolis
Tahanon
Crawfordsville
Prankford
Lalay
Trantian Company
Ladaynthole
Indianapalis
al Leaver
Holmes Aidt Ather Downs
Ponte
Teggin
Ter
RIGHTS OF FOURTH CLASS POST MASTERS
A detailed critique arguing against rural free delivery and new mail routes. The author, signing as a fourth class postmaster, laments longer hours and higher costs with no proportional pay, appealing for reform and recognition of postmasters’ grievances. The piece contrasts the benefits of progress with the burdens borne by rural post offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Une Kichter Journ Gazette
Su Noel Nowaklitysa
Athchiss
Uhisworld
Uncles Sam
Uncle Sam
Iis
Wlso
Amaller Wong
Ytrongremstar Senate
Root
Jareralicen
Rita
Goma
Mantor
Truesdale Nominated Amid County Political Turmoil
Fragmented but clear report notes Truesdale's nomination in a county political contest with counties Madison and others weighing support. Mention of Thomas Boggart refusal, and various county factions debating loyalties and potential impacts on a future primary or convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weil
Truesdale
Timpolis
Alexandria
Aaeeffort
Thomas Boggart Saleth
Mavlixeo
Adams
Alba
Madison
Lil
Einssale
Tie Mirdison
Eatuty
Faslor
Serious charge against Hicksville man reported
A Hicksville man faces a serious charge as a local case draws attention. The report notes court action, officials, and ongoing proceedings with unclear specifics due to OCR errors. Named places and persons are inconsistently rendered, but the item centers on alleged wrongdoing and legal process.
Fires Devastate Creedy River Area. $200,000 Loss Reported
A severe blaze in Creedy River area destroys homes and property valued at about $200,000. Several lives are said to be lost and many residents are missing. Authorities search for missing persons Wiltinay and others as weather hampers containment.
Fashionable Men's Clothes Across New York In Summer
In Brooklyn and New York City heat brings out summer styles with Panama hats, lightweight gowns, and bold trousers. Real Panamas remain costly, while imitations vary. Tailors favor wide trousers, gray tones, and waistcoats in crash fabrics. Shifts toward white, brown, and muted greens define the season, with refined neckwear and hats completing the look.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiffany
Engineer Killed in Chicago and Alton Wreck at Kansas City
June 18 report from Ma. states Chicago and Alton passenger train No. At las wrecked two miles west of Metx. Engineer is fatally injured as rescue crews work at the scene. Local authorities investigate cause and dispatch officials from Kansas City to assess damages and service impacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Chicago & Alton
Atlas
Mext
Train Disaster Report With Fatality Involves Shiter Official
A steam engine collision occurred this afternoon at two oclock, with ambulances and officials on scene. Knaar M. Kellar of Shiter was killed after being thrown from the engine. Thirteen passengers suffered injuries in the crash near TurA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knaineer M. Kellar
Shiter
The Smart Walking Skirt Fashion Piece Described
The item notes a lightweight walking skirt with sponged shrinking fabric care, light cotton blends, and drop skirt styles in dark grey with pinstriping. It describes woven fabrics, trims, and fashion details including chiffon, crepe, ribbons, and neckline/waist styling, with mentions of embroidery and tailored garments for men and women in a period tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Healy
Joe Nome Finn
New Senate Rand
Afi
Wiley Tree
Trent
Pecerh
Lost steamer message lands in Halifax harbor
A June 2 bottle found 45 miles east of Halifax bears a note from a crew member of the steamer Huranian reporting it went down Sunday night in the Atlantic. The Allan liner Harapian, bound from Ghismw forest, John, N, ok, for Konner port on Rabru ary 87, has not been heard from despite searches. The letter warns against taking unverified medicine ads and mentions Rocky Mountain Toy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
Burwell Parker
Healship Harbor
Eest
Halifax
Atlantic
Ghismw Forest
John
Rabrusary
Inive
Sunday Excursions to Chicago by Nickel Plate Road
Every Sunday during the summer, starting next Sunday, Nickel Plate Road will sell excursion tickets from Fort Wayne to Chicago and return for 2.90 dollars. Good on train No5 going and No? returning the same day. See ticket agent or C A Aster Lin, To A Cort Waynes, Ind No. 126.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nickel Plate Road
Fort Wayne
Chicago
C. A. Asterlin
To. A
Cort Wayne
IND
Admiral Clark weighs voluntary retirement in protest
Washington June 18 Admiral Charles TE Clark recently promoted to junior rear admiral weighs applying for voluntary retirement under personnel act. He would receive about 5 625 dollars annually retired pay. Senior naval officers may seek similar action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasitiington
Charles TE Clark
Hds
Wayal
Samuel E Cook Named Joint Senator Candidate
The Huntington and Whitley counties joint senatorial convention met in Huntington to name Samuel FE Cook of Whitley as joint candidate. Mayor I F Mourtagh of Columbia City presided, and Whitley recognized Huntington’s right to name a candidate.
Evidence Against Shepherd In Portland Trial
A June trial proceeding for Charlie Shepherd reveals testimony about the shooting incident. Key witness Bet Jamin Whitesell described events at the scene, while Mrs Fanny Stine testified she understood only surrounding conversations. Several witnesses already testified, with the defense seeking a life plea as the case unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Charlie Shepherd
Fanny Stine
Ui Asad
Fort Wayne Land Company Incorporation Details
Fort Wayne incorporation proceedings were led by the secretary of the Commercial Improvement Co of Fort Wayne with directors named including W F Gadter TA Randall Henry Minden Vaulis Wrox John P Byana Wil Vin J Vexey Andrew J Molt Thomer Co Reckhill Slaplion 1 Pton fig John Th Reuss and Churhy 8 Hash. A boiler accident on a connected engine delayed a passenger train for three hours as the working engine failed and repairs were needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ylate
the Commercial Improvement Co
Fort Wayne
Direeters
W. F Gadter
Randall
Henry Minden
Vaulis Wrox
John P. Byana
Wil Vin J. Vexey
Andrew J. Molt
Thomer Co Reckhill
Slaplion 1 Ptonfig
John Th Reuss
Churhy
Hash
One Glance Window Hints Who Sells Youths Clothing
A cryptic line suggests a local shop or seller will provide clothing for young people. The note highlights a hidden cue in a window display pointing to the likely vendor. Authorities or residents may seek to identify the shop via the clue.
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the Journal Gazette
East Maint Street
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Fort Wayne Journal
Fort Wayne Gazette
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Associated Press
Dadty Anal Suastag
Pardea
Journal Gazette
Twelfth District
Congress
James M. Robinson
Richard Croker
Miles
Tammany Sarkems
Cockran
New York City
Oritar Hax
Pir
Jaren
Bookwalter
Indianiodics
Teed Peters
Cieretin
A. Fourtit
Hicksville
Hick
LA Fn
W. LO. Wites
Antwerp
Wagner
Dame Odd
Panama
Mer Styles
Brooklyn
Ik Vets
Ingelidh
Derges
Whitney
Blac Aurges
Gael Tueve
Harry Payne Willey
Mr. Whitney
William €. Whitney
London
Ama
Terry Tiffany
Thien
Lief
Merning
Ghigago & Alton
Anmething
Hig
Gia ‘Tas Goon
Maison Medicine Co
Meyer Rrob
Samuele. Cook
Shephe
Bartland
Fort Wayne Land Company Incorporated
Rallwin
Corcale
Trimnity
Walste Firurety Elyles
Madras
Dhalams
Camry
Waele
Adler
Kany York
Riker
Riker’s
Dresden
Rurode Dry Goods Co
Tradles
Reila
Tirls’ Suis
Sink
Wien’ Soltis
Menter, Rosenbloom & Co
Jill Palversen
Yong Teen
Nok Gwo
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