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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1911

Page

8

Southside Park Plan Advocated by 1000 Enthusiasts

About 1000 members of the South Side Improvement Association gathered at the No 2 pumping station to push a park proposal for the southern city district. Speakers included A M Rinewall, H Worden, S B Fleming, E W Conk, A A Ringwall, and Harrison P Eddy, who lead the study by Metcalf Eddy of Boston. The gathering followed a banquet with city officials and press representatives at the Commercial Club. The site discussed is a natural amphitheatre by the St Mary's river, ideal for a park with driveways and wooded banks enhancing Allen county scenery. The Electro-Technic band performed, and Ringwall introduced Hanna and Fleming as part of the program.

South Side Dlyla Mprovement Association South Broadway A.M. Rinewall South Eide Association Commercial Club Eddy G. B. Worden Bir Holdy Southside Foster St. Mary's Allen County A. A. Ringwall Southside Association F. B. Hanna Fort Wayne Cliute Improvement Association Bo Fleming Calumn‘t

Directors Take Over Grand Rapids in Central League

June 19 Grand Rapids club of the Central League is in sore straits with months of unpaid salaries. Directors took over the club as a last resort. Jack Pendry named manager and Steve Ragan business manager. Directors will meet in South Bend next Monday to decide the franchise’s fate.

Dayton Grand Rapids Jack Pendry Steve Ragan Busi

United States Recognizes Portugal Republic

June 18 The United States officially recognized the republic for Portugal. The decree proclaimed the end of monarchy and exile of the royal family, announced to the chamber and public outside the assembly building. The government announced by the U S as organized in Portugal under the new republican regime.

Lisbon United States Portugal Beaganaa Alee Gaberad Qvorst Lorillard Uppr Sonor Michado Partugel Sutormissig United States of America Partuguss Republic

Panama bond bids reveal irregularities in sale

Irregularities surfaced in the bidding for Panama three percent bonds worth 5 million dollars. The average issue price fell to 102.21 as bids of 1 million dollars each, once deemed unsuccessful, now appear likely to win. The National City Bank of New York is expected to secure about 2 to 3 million dollars, while officials note anyone bidding 167.21 or higher will receive some securities.

Washington Panama Stational City Bank New York Eure

Senator Lea Provides Blood to Save Wife in Transfusion

A Solon sacrifices his own blood to save his wife, Mrs Lea, during a transfusion operation performed after her grave condition worsened post surgery. The procedure restored color and strength to her, while the senator weakened but recovered, able to visit her bedside the same day.

Lea Mrs Lea Mr. Lea Senator Lea Lee Dirs. Lea Tna

Governor Marshall to Help Lay Cornerstone in Auburn

Auburn Ind June 19 The county commission has set July ST for the corner stone taping at the old DeKalb county court house Governor Marshall has consented to preside with Judge Bowers as speakers A special committee will supervise arrangements and invite public officials and newspaper men to attend, aiming to mark a countywide event.

Auburn Ind DeKalb County Court Marshall Bowers Wend Ieto

Remains Found in Degk of Maine Vessel After Clearance

Workmen clearing deck areas of the Maine vessel uncover bones and a forearm amid jagged wreckage near the engine room. Water level lowered to fourteen feet reveals heavy mud and marine growth, hindering interior access while officers and crew quarters have been largely cleared. Further exploration promised once conditions permit.

Ering Grable Tan

Zapata arms former Insurrectos in Cuernavaca clash

In Cuernavaca, capital of Morelos, Erminio Zapata arms hundreds of former Insurrectos defying the government. Madero orders Zapata to report for explanation while Figueroa denounces Zapata’s troop attire and bandit-like actions. Train crew assaulted for valuables. plantation sacked. Zapata claims to have gathered 600 men.

Mexico City Erminie Zapats Cuermayaca Morelos Francisco I. Madero Fixguerca Zapata Cuerna Cuema Zapatn Yeaterday Arsana Tooting

Eighteen Air Men Complete First Stage in Liege Race

Eighteen aviators started yesterday on the European circuit race, with seven reaching Liege by night and eleven remaining at the aerodrome. Renaux 13:63, Kimmerching 22, Prevost 2 03, Waciaut 25:00, Thy 98:38 were among the official times quoted as the first stage closed. Gachet, who landed for repairs, capsized on takeoff and injured his legs though not seriously.

Liggs Belgium Vinecebnes Utrecht Vidart Senile Garres Liege Renaux Kimmerching Prevost Aciat Gachet Xershon Forday

Cloud burst devastates crops and stock near Oakland City

A severe cloud burst caused widespread destruction as floodwaters from the Patoka River swept through Oakland City, destroying corn and wheat acres and bending fences and buildings. Many livestock escaped, while residents faced rising water. one man reportedly fled to his bedhead to seek safety as waters surged.

Oakland City Patoka Grover Ass Anderson

Senate splits over Canadian tariff reform threat

The United States Senate sees open revolt among Republican leaders over the Canadian tariff reform bill. Senator Dixon of Montana demands an explicit speech or expulsion while warning that passage could draw Republicans toward a free list. Northern Republicans voice support for extending duties on iron, steel, chemicals, cotton, and other Northwest-protected goods. Senate leaders vow to push a tariff overhaul, resisting changes and seeking a cohesive stance against free-list measures.

Wasrington le Hy Dixon Montana Senate Connécticut Massachusetts Northwest Pennsylvania Mississippi Massachue Bailey Texas House Willams Staalppl United States Eee Thors

Veneman Says He Won't Seek Re Election in Vanderburgh

Indianapolis June 1 veteran Indiana speaker Alhart T Veneman of Evansville told Crawfordsville’s Municipal League he will not run for re election for Vanderburgh county representative. He said he will return to law practice and avoid active politics for several years keeping the door open for future service. The Democrats are backing Governor Marshall for reelection.

Indianapolis Ind Iavto Petirica Veneman Democrats M Marehall

Missing Heirs Seek Cleveland Property in Long‑Hidden Case

Efforts by Mrs Cr rus Hattéyer of 801 Gay Street attempt to locate her sister Maggie Alberta missing for nineteen years. Maggie is claimed as an heir to substantial Cleveland property. she would be seven next birthday, but has been forgotten by mothers and descendants of the Alberts after living with a Cleveland family following the mother's death.

Crrus Hattéyer Gay Street Maggie Alberta Cleveland Bwanny Cleve Tanta Te Alberts

Bloomington court orders liquor licenses after voting outcome

Bloominton, Ind. Luna 13 Judge Wilson of the circuit court ordered the granting of licenses after considering nine applications for liquor licenses in the city. Within thirty minutes several licensed establishments began business following the recent election in which Bloomington fared wet by a majority, while county commissioners refused licenses to nine applicants who claimed conscientious scruples against liquor.

Bloomington Ind Luna Judse Wilson Circert Court Cis Vity

Beat about Bush declaring laws illegal

Indianapolis June 19 That the proposed constitution by Governor Marshall and the legislature was illegal for denying proportional representation by reducing the house membership and by its apportionment method John T Dye argued in his suit to block submission to a vote Evidence centered on costs of printing ballots and the draft constitution with testimonies from Romus F Luast and others amid court proceedings

Indianapolis Marshall John T. Dye Belng Eemster Dye Pat Romus The Senate

Rare White House reception draws vast crowd

The White House hosted a large reception with an estimated 12 000 attendees though a precise headcount was not released. Diplomats, journalists, and officials from the Senate, House, and all government departments attended, gathering prominent figures from across society in a historic Washington event.

Ehéde Leest Netton Uche Washington United States Army Senate House of

Joy Riders Arrested After Returning Car To Garage

William Van Camp and Robert Sower, residents of Lake Avenue, were arrested after joyriding in a Hattersley automobile. The car was recovered by Officer Eisenhut at Nath Street garage and returned to the rear shop. Van Camp claimed prior use was rare, while authorities suspect a longer pattern. The machine reappeared previously and the group chose not to print sensational details after its return.

William van Camp Pixley“Bong Harry. Hattersley Hattersley van Camp Rovert Sower Lake Avenue Nath Street YapCamp Eisen Uae Ork

Canal Meeting To Be Held Today At One OClock

A telegram to Captain Charles Campbell reports Colonel Zinn will miss Fort Wayne survey. The canal meeting for posters from Fort Wayne and nearby cities moves to 1 pm at the Commercial club rooms. Colonel Milla will present canal prospects. delegates from Michigan City and other towns expected. Campbell travels from Chicago with optimism for canal success.

Charles Campbell Toledo Fort Wayne Chicago Dean Waterwars Association Collorel Zinn Board of Army Engineers John Mr. Polson Michigan City Deflante Huntington Rochester Campbell Helm Hal Mort Wayne Festa

Defends Havemeyer in sugar trust inquiry hearing

Washington reports on the home inquiry into the American Sugar Refining company and related refineries. Committees interrogate witnesses about formation and operations of big corporations, uncovering new facts on wealth creation and alleged government frauds tied to sugar weighing at New York port. James L. Post defends Havemeyer’s role amid questions on stock issuance and corporate ties, as representatives challenge testimony about directorate involvement and compensation.

Washington American Sugar Refining Company Winternet Tore Wee New York Special “Sugar Trust James IL Post National Sugar Retiring Company of New Jersey A. O. Havemey Wrgamzer American Company House Treasury Department Oliver Spitzer Cornoration Higher Post Avemeyer Madison Havemeyer Silva Sala Bir Zavemeyer Natural Sugar Refining Company Bir Dal Atkins American Sugar Refine Ine Lowell i Palmer DL Palmer Bas ‘1 Palmer iv OEOCO

Fort Wayne High School Commencement Address and Dance

The Fort Wayne high school commencement will be held tonight in the school auditorium. Sixty eight seniors will receive diplomas. Professor J. O. Read of the University of Michigan will deliver the commencement address. Afterward the class will entertain with a dance at the Minuet ball. This year’s class is the second largest, with thirty three boys and thirty five girls.

Fort Frayne High School J. O. Read University of Michigan Ponbirger Fore i Wayne High School Oc~ Saafen Teres Nomjer

Drowning Reported Near Fayetteville Palomah Lake

Several members of the family and guests of former Associate Justice Truly of the Mississippi Supreme Court reportedly drowned in Palomah Lake near Fayette tonight. Judge Truly is the last family member reported to have escaped.

Natchez Miss Tune Famcity Justice Truly Mississippi Suprema Palomah Lake Fayette Truly

Weather overview for Indiana Ohio and Wisconsin regions

Weather forecasts for Indiana Ohio and nearby areas expect warmer conditions and continued mild winds into midweek. Tuesday and Wednesday show fair skies with rising temperatures, while rainfall remains limited. Rainfall recorded recently was low, with stable barometric pressure and a northeast wind from the high velocity region.

Washington Indiana Ohio

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