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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1912
Page
2
A disorderly, largely unreadable piece argues for Theodore Roosevelt as president, praising progressive Republicans nationwide. It claims Roosevelt commands broad support against a corrupt administration, while denouncing other papers for betraying the party and backing Marshall.
A long reminiscence on rural habits, travel patterns, and the impact of tariffs. The piece contrasts past and present mobility among countryfolk and town residents, noting how travel shapes industry practices and the tariff debate. It cites figures like Congressman Heufield of New York and discusses tariff theory, production costs, and labor dynamics.
The piece argues for broad women and children's influence in shaping work conditions under industrial capitalism. It portrays a coming era of change driven by laborers, farmers, and factory workers seeking fairer treatment and democratic input from management and policy makers.
A fragment urges thoughtful conduct and practical politics to empower women and wage earners. It argues the ballot may become a tool for reform, noting wage-earner conditions and government influence. The text hints at labor commission findings on women and children.
The Municipal Civic Improvement Committee notes that opposition to the bond issue has largely withdrawn amid broader public support for the city and riverbank ownership. A Foster Park visit reveals the potential of river parklands and the low cost to ready them for public use, drawing thousands daily and rivaling Swinnes Park in popularity.
Judge Olds hears a $10,000 damage suit in Columbia City Indiana over an estate dispute. Plaintiff alleges misappropriation of her father’s estate assets including farm, notes, and stock amounting to $95,000 plus $1,500 in personal property. Defendant is accused of not accounting and of renting the farm for ten years without remittance. Judgment sought for $40,000.
Monday morning three automobile accidents occurred in Columbia City. One driver escaped injury, another collided with a telephone pole, and a third hit a bridge, tearing a rear wheel from a vehicle. Passengers suffered bruises and a right arm injury, with minor accompanying damage reported. Foster Furniture Co. advertises a sum left in their store.
Roy A J Kyler eight months old son of Arthur Kyler of Union Township died Monday morning after being kicked by a horse. Doctors said skull fractures and brain injury caused his death despite surgical relief efforts. Survived by parents and two sisters. Funeral scheduled Wednesday afternoon.
Construction begins at the corner of Wayne and Clinton to raise a new vaudeville venue. Ludwig Losenhaim of Kalamazoo Michigan is listed as principal. A $50,000 project is planned to finish by early September with a grand opening and locally produced ice cream.
SEVENTEEN KNOWN TO BE OAD WN DOCK DISASTER. report today added to the toll of dead in a tank night accident at an Engie rank dock where a collapse sent workers into river. Up to seventeen bodies recovered and identified. many unaccounted. Federal inspectors deny dock fault. inquest planned. Also reports injuries in Warsaw and ongoing local matters in Indiana towns.
Corunna Indiana June 24 details a Christian church graduation ceremony for town leaders and honors recipients. The piece lists attendees and guests visiting from Chicago Kendalville and nearby towns, noting shopping trips and social calls among residents including Miss Hannah Reynolde and Cordelia Soswellan.
Arrangements are nearly complete for a Buffalo lodge carnival to be held for six days starting July 7 on city property near Clingdon and Superior streets. The Johnson Carnival company will bring amusements to Fort Wayne with vaudeville acts and free attractions. The carnival will feature a deck rope walker, high dive, diving ponies, and no admission to grounds.
A promotional piece from Wildwood Builders describes a corps of skilled architects and an experienced construction department to help plan building projects within budgets. It emphasizes cost guidance on materials and labor, and promises architectural satisfaction with no uncertainty. Contact Wildwood Builders at Phone 2147, 602-8 Shoat Bldg.
Money fa ran an improved real estate at low rate of interest. Kuhne and Co., 723 Court street.
Mr. Renry J. Cobb and Mrs. Frank Cobb shopped in Kendallville with Miss Lizale Shiinon and her niece Evangeline, while Mrs. J. W. Gara was also seen shopping in Kendallville this afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Chan uc Brooks of Coldwater Mich wed June 23 in Waterloo at the Girrett M E church Rev Chas Tinkham officiated. The bride a Waterloo patron and educator, active in Progressive Literary and Fort eighily clubs, will reside in Waterloo with her husband amid warm congratulations from locals.
Waterloo News reports social visits and departures including Misa Harriet Dilla’s travel to Chicago for a civics and philanthropy course with Jane Addams, upcoming appointment at Paris-Vil e College, and a large local turnout to Montpelier. It notes marriages, receptions, and relocations affecting Waterloo residents, plus assorted personal notices and family visits.
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