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 15 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 28, 1905
Page
12
June 28 1905 reports cite Governor Polk and Governor Yianly amid liquor fight fears in Ohio. Canal project friction near Panama prompts Wallace resignation battle with Taft aides. Milwaukee Sentinel questions Morton graft claims and calls for accountability in interstate commerce law enforcement.
The article reports Indiana Governor Hanly considering calling out the militia to stop bookmaking at state races. Legal experts debate legality, with local authorities urging action only if asked. State Agriculture Board officials plan a meeting to discuss the governor’s proposal and its potential impact on gambling and enforcement.
The Journal Gazette summarizes Indiana Supreme Court rulings with brief notes on cases including Memerry et al v. John and Rent of Omer Oar. It mentions court actions approved by the supreme and references Buena and related decisions.
A plan for an electric rail line links Lagrange to Pioneer and Angolan routes through Ontario and Orlatd, promising a direct Chicago connection via Elkhart and South Bend. Local towns along the corridor push for the project with support from Cimaden and St. Joseph Valley groups. The effort envisions a largely completed line and fast freight and passenger service once finished.
A large mob roamed Bay City alleys in June, attacking a street railway crew and four fire policemen near the riverfront. Police dispersed demonstrators with revolver fire as managers and guards were surrounded, with women and children among the armed crowds.
Notice reports the burial committee of B of R T No 186 meeting at 4 oclock this afternoon to arrange the funeral of Brother J N Miller killed at Hobart. A scuffle at the Triederlek Restaurant on South Calhoud street led to police reports last night with words exchanged and dishes flying. arrests were made.
In Indianapolis Ind the second session of the annual meeting of dental educators began with Dr RT Weasley Middletown presiding Dr J S McCurdy of Fort Wayne and Dr Alexander Jamison of Indianapolis were elected members of the state board of dental examiners for the territory of the state.
Aug Moritz and Pros present a Berry Cafe notice on 114 West Berry St outlining daily hours from 11 to 2 and a dinner menu including Rowp Vegetib Juray Gravy Supper Fried Sprig vtichen Breaded a leg 10nF Hamhurzen Work Chor Ham faled fried or baked Fotaligs Coffee Len Mite.
The meeting featured debate over garbage contracts and water works protections. Officials discussed public paths, health funding, and funding for the department. supporters pushed recall of the garbage contract while others urged expedient action.
An advertisement urges readers to bring a Kodak camera on vacations or trips and offers sale and rental options through Beck the Jeweler at 911 Calhoun St.
ITV News notes the Emmaus Tawheray church Ladies Sewing Society to meet Thursday afternoon at the sensor wall. all members urged to attend. Mr. C Stone just returned from New York after a ten day National Dental Dealers' association meeting. Modern Woodmen district deputy Stephen Ridlen to launch a drive to recruit new members for the lodge.
The crowded courtroom in vahias land saw Senator Mitchell decline to testify. The defense rested within an hour after the session opened as the former partner Judge A. Hf. Tanar and secretary Harry C. Robertson were not called, and expectations of a dramatic stand were unmet.
Indiana's vast school fund report summary shows state superintendent Jas A Collum coordinating public instruction. The treasury balance totals 1.008.01.47 with allocations across counties and funding sources.
Mr C S Bash argues his garbage disposal contract offers advantages over current methods. He cites cost reductions through a modern process, sterilization of wagons, and stricter collection specs, urging Fort Wayne officials to consider his terms despite questions about service and legality.
A reader warns of unsafe garbage disposal under the present contract. The letter alleges foul gases, odors, and improper smoke from the crematory, urges fair terms, and critiques waste handling on Clinton Street and nearby dump sites.
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.