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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1909
Page
6
The opening day of the Western Vanderbilt contest drew excitement with several flying stops and humorous moments. Despite Robertson's car finishing second, the daring driver failed to steady the pace. the event showcased the track's top speeds and notable performances amid a lively crowd.
A detailed report from last evening’s St Augustine’s Academy commencement highlights the sixty third annual exercises with student performances, prayers, and speeches. Speakers praised Catholic virtue and intellectual growth, noting the event’s solemn tone and the role of religious instruction in shaping educated minds.
Prominent figure in newspaper and telephone circles for over twenty years dies after an automobile accident. Virgil A Geiger, aged forty one, was severely injured when his car overturned near Wayne. He leaves wife Marylving and daughter Katherine. He served as Postmaster briefly and was active in public life, with a long record in local papers and civic work. Continued on Pane 5.
A mob in Ulysses attacked church figures including Bishop Havers and Father Kilns after clashes over church possession. Father Murphy and sympathizers prevented violence, while riders abducted church leaders and forced them toward a distant town, with many onlookers and a pursued chase along the highway.
The jury at the Mulan case faces a transit related inquiry today with the panel seated and proceedings expected to continue. Jane Cloning is listed among those connected to the matter.
The forecast calls for moderate northerly winds with southwest during the weekend. Clear to partly cloudy conditions expected with mild temperatures.
The June court scene recounts Mrs. Gould’s drinking and mood shifts, with servants testifying that her behavior turned volatile when intoxicated. Dustin Farnum and tied witnesses describe partygoers, late hours, and the hotel scene as the case unfolds in New York.
Senate debate centers on Aldrich aimed at securing a paneled agreement on schedules and tariff issues raised by John E. Lamb interview. Critics from Dalley Cunningham Ingate oppose linking the Denver platform to current tax and printing duties as the body adjourns for the week amid conflicting votes and party lines.
Indianapolis June 18 The Rt Rev Francis Chatard bishop of Indianapolis has named a committee of clergymen to monitor for heresy The panel will censor pulpits and books Its members include Very Rev Gregory Bechfeld Rev Joseph Chartrand Rev Charles Curran Rev A Osler and Rev Louis Haverbeck all from nearby parishes and seminaries.
The Journal Gazette received a letter dated June 1 bearing the name LD Patay from Maudie Street Goshen and Bir, signed by A. Pale of Kondallvilie. It claims foul play or suicide in the death of Robert D. Paige whose body was identified in the St Marys River mystery. Authorities will investigate as Coroner Reader delays tinting. Paige, 40ish, was a timber buyer. widow and two children live in Kondadgil and Goshen.
The Journal-Gazette postpones the merchants and manufacturers edition to June 27 to allow photographers and engravers to refine pictures. Despite a carload of paper and ready pages, the publication delays aim to ensure high quality illustrations and avoid rushing. The paper pledges Fort Wayne quality and will investigate the issue over the coming days.
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