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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1902
Page
2
A Fort Wayne item in the Journal Gazette discusses senate action on a regulatory bill, political figures from Indiana including Dahle V. Miter and Tyner, and a mayoral focus on enforcing anti gambling laws with police action and court proceedings. The piece references the republican congress, public duties, and judicial officials in a broad political context.
Citizens and taxpayers of the county oppose tying the court house dedication to a traveling vaudeville event by the Gallkit-Mulndy company. They argue the venture could burden locals financially and profit an out of town organizer, while state and local figures may attend in a ceremonial three day celebration. The county commissioners weigh concerns as plans unfold.
A fragmented notice hints at a dramatic local event featuring Wit Hardy and Lindias Givens in a mysterious procession. The readable text suggests a curious tale or performance drawing public attention and intrigue.
A Marion court adjourned without a verdict in the murder case of James Laws, with Burton facing charges and the defense maintained a late plea. The trial had ongoing testimony and related motions as jurors deliberated.
The debate over Manila’s fall grows as Admiral Dewey and Lieutenant General Merritt discuss terms with Spain and the insurgents. Arguments center on surrender conditions, possible bombardment, and independence proclamations attributed to Aguinaldo. The record cites testimony on whether a city evacuation or bombardment would prevail and references the July 15 proclamation.
A convention of the Slovak(?) athletic league of northern Indiana will meet at the Swedish Lutheran church in South Bend next Sunday. Delegates from Goshen, Warsaw, Fort Wayne, LaPorte, Michigan City and Hammond are expected, with many from Chicago. Morning devotional exercises precede an afternoon sacred concert. Dr Gustav Anderson of Augusta, Texas, and Texo, Rock Island, HL Qr Leftren will speak after touring the Holy Land.
Fragmentary notice notes a Wayne barber or shop offering shave and haircut services. The text hints at workers or contractors and a tense situation with skiing or outdoor labor context, but details are unclear.
Records by Guy Conklin entertain guests at Cathedral venue. Store opens Saturday nights at eight o clock, closes other nights at six thirty.
Ex mayor Taggart discusses a trip east and a Cleveland Hill Conference. He reports on Democratic party sentiment in New York and the prospects for presidential and gubernatorial candidates, noting Cleveland’s reported stance and party unity efforts at the Witter dinner.
A Philadelphia syndicate tied to United Gas Improvement Co is reported to be buying stock in Indianapolis street railway interests. The action involves brokers and directors acting for United Gas interests, with names including Widener, Morgan, and McGowan. Local directors declined to confirm or deny the purchases, citing business matters.
A United States Steel executive summary announces a plans to raise the corporation’s payroll by 4 million dollars, affecting every constituent company. The move follows discussions with top executives and aims to boost worker pay while expanding employment across the group.
Fragmentary notes mention an individual once with ties to an American Bridge Company and executive committees. The text is garbled, making precise roles, dates, and affiliations hard to determine.
June 27 report on Ertel case arguments in circuit court. Dela raga represented the state, John B F LaFollaire spoke for Ertel, Oscar I Adair defended, Richard H Waillard closed for the state. Jury returned a verdict this evening.
Fragmentary Montington Herald report notes Arthur Johnson of Voll TaekFord county allegedly shot Prk Shiver causing serious injury with a silver dollar strike. Widespread disorder at Yale street gathering referenced. Spouse and family ties mentioned, with local residents named in a murky, damaged item from Marion.
A fragmented report discusses factions within the Democratic and Republican parties, highlighting debates over prohibition, endorsements, and candidate strategies. It mentions Col. Ryan, Thomas Taggart, the Tilden Club, and figures like Mr. Boles, Watts, and Gloseland, with notes on conventions and upcoming elections. The piece reflects partisan tensions and shifting alignments in Randolph County politics, ending with an ad for a photo studio.
The article reports Nigmiajeaty's recovery being highly probable and Liverpaul receiving public recognition tonight. King Fal ward’s functions proceed with adaptations, though a drainage pipe remains. a future royal move to a Cowen ship is hinted as soon as safe. The Daily Mail notes ongoing arrangements in London.
London June 27 Queen Alexandra will personally receive Mr and Mrs Reid at Buckingham Palace on Saturday despite plans to close the general United States embassy after his audience with the prince of Wales today. The decision follows a formal intimation and the events of the day.
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