This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1909
Page
2
President Taft's message proposing a constitutional amendment and a 2 percent tax on incomes and corporations drawn sharp response. Progressives in Congress oppose the tax while public men weigh the financial and constitutional implications amid mixed reactions.
Fragmented opinion pieces argue about President Taft era tax aims targeting corporations and wealth, with Chicago Tribune and Indianapolis Star criticizing extortionate duties while praising limited reform. Debates center on taxing corporations versus individuals and the balance of federal oversight.
Report states the premier bar in the state opened at the Wayne hotel this evening. Mentioned is Mr Sintinson the civic benefactor who completed his week’s work yesterday and partook in the event honoring Ter fils lone in Reckuster.
In Milford area court records, cases include Teudred matters against Hamlin and Brouwer, with a ten week court vacation after the April term. Foreclosure suit by Kenneth Larwill against Nathaniel B. Remedy. Elizabeth J. Francis seeks alimony from Nathaniel Proncis amid alleged separation and support disputes. Local suit by Middaugh vs Rinewall over alleged slander. Will of Mattlis Petri recorded, modest bequests to hospital chaplain and heirs. Sheriff reports transfer from state hospital. ongoing engineering bids for Columbia River projects face delays.
In a shaded parable, George weighs turning surplus milk into cash by selling from his cow. He weighs costs of new delivery, customer acquisition, and wear on equipment, while fearing losses to his former milkman. His friends and family complicate plans, urging fair access and loyalty amid uncertain profits.
A partial OCR fragment references Brig Stone and a law firm with several listed attorneys. Details are unclear, including roles and actions.
A flood of political notices from Journal Gazette editors and candidates for Fort Wayne mayor and city offices. Several editors publish declarations of candidacy for Democratic nominations, urging primary voter support and pledging municipal ownership of utilities, honest administration, and strong city leadership.
Warsaw Indiana June 18 Ancil Zimmerman a 25 year old section hand for Winona Electric eluded a mob after being captured following a cross country chase. He is wanted by Kosciusko county officers on charges of criminal assault against Ruth Wright nine daughter of Marry Wright. He entered her home while she slept and assaulted her. A relative of the child and traction workers helped seize him but he escaped amid a disorderly fight. Zimmerman reportedly confessed when surrendered.
Rickel and Wilcox announce opening dates for Clear Lake events with a Sunday kickoff in June. Local officials and organizers confirm schedule details and venue information for the upcoming community activities.
Mr Will A Trundell and Gnairman F B R Tressler and Clerk Fr Null of Indianapolis public works leave for Angela to spend several days at Snow Inn. Detectives Bollity and Bixen arrest Christ Hacquet and William Tuttle on drunkenness and fighting charges. Oret annual picnic of Washington Township Home Market du set for Sunday afternoon near Seartet schoolhouse on California cond. Elmer Hyzsard chairs arrangements with speakers, rowels and refreshments. Spring chicken lobsters and crab shells noted at Hofrau.
A number of local amateur drivers and promoters will attend a meeting in Angola next week. Expected participants include George Swain Sr. and George Swain Jr., Dave Blue, William Fleming, Herman W. Tapp, and Charles Freilofetter.
Columbia City Indiana June 18 Companies A B L and M4 of the Third battalion of the Indiana national guard conducted a three day training at the Fillmore range. Twelve men were chosen to take part in a nationalguard event in July at Fort Benjamin Harrison. Names and ranks of the participants listed.
Dayton observes Wright brothers day with congressional honor and a large city celebration. Wilbur and Orville Wright receive acclaim for their aviation contributions as the community marks the event with a public gathering and plans for further demonstrations.
In Indiana town Indianatown residents ask Governor Marshall to transfer their area from a dry to a wet county, citing Franklin and Floyd counties as nearby examples. The governor’s legal adviser says the constitution prevents the executive from giving legal opinions on such matters.
In St Petersburg Taw 18 a court chamberlin Paliteih was killed and Klawits among several others severely injured when a balloon tied to a tether misfired. A ruined line caused by mistaken pull led to a fatal incident as the crowd watched and the city reeled at night.
Judge El Wrigley from Nobie-Whitlay court hears prosecution of Jamon Geank for selling liquor. The judge took the matter under advisement after argument from both sides. Pending decision expected next week as to legality of local saloon closures and enforcement.
Allen-Coblentz of Port Wayne formerly served with the Fifty-First Infantry and led troops in the Philippines. May 9, at Lafayette Township George Marion, a 48 year old farmer, died suddenly from heart trouble after an unexpected attack. He was a resident of Lafayette Township.
Profuse decorations mark a welcome for visiting singers with German affiliations. Elaborate decor spreads across public buildings banks and businesses as readings were held yesterday afternoon and night to greet the party arriving today for the event.
A directors meeting of the German-Aiertenn bank was called to formally approve a capital stock increase. The stock, tentatively sold, will be reevaluated as old directors waive rights to purchase the block, and purchasers will be invited to the meeting. A young man is sought for a cigar stand job.
Election results announced last night set the leadership for the coming year. Officers include Mrs Ein Muster as first president, Mrs J C Worlkunin as president, Mrs Florane Henderson as first vice president, Mrs Sarah Coan as second vice president and secretary, Mrs L J Redding as recording and corresponding secretary, Mrs Theresa Munday as financial secretary, Mrs Lotjnn Betram as treasurer, Mrs NJ Dunter as sergeant at arms, Mrs Jilin Foster as chairman, and Brownsberger and Brownshereer as pianate and drill captain respectively. Meeting was very good with strong attendance and growing membership reported.
Christian Education graduates from the Al Plomax class are to be revived Sunday evening at St. Witrick's church with a service in which Rev. John M. Gurmiy will officiate. Names include Comin Guitar, Mary Gather ine Zurbach, Theroux Contant, Floraneu Ferguson, Mark Ui Gordon, and others. The program features an English and Latin class essay, a music recital, and a chorus. The speaker urged faith, duty to God, and education for worldly welfare.
Dave Roach was fined one dollar and sentenced for drunkenness in an early morning docket. The case against James K. Stargeoh for keeping RAMING devices was continued on motion of Attorney S. Mr. Hench. Chief Ankenbruck announced a police curfew on celebrations for the country’s natal day to curb festive excess among youths.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.