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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1908

Page

10

Commencement at St Mary's School

The St Marys School commencement featured a decorated class, valedictorians Marie Lamrite Marie App Beatrice Henry, and a program of musical numbers. Rev Dr Flauchtering presented diplomas to graduates including Edward Alter Mara Baker Arthur Freistreifer Elmer Jhelel Joert Kienty Wegard Barnard Nieman and others with Marie App Sue Gai Beate Klug among the graduates.

Werpi Dents Indie Auisses Marie Lamrite Marie App Beatrice Henry Flauchtering Edward “Alter Mara Baker Arthur Freistreifer Elmer Jhelel Joert Kienty Wegard Barnard Nieman Prangey Arthur Stier Alfred, Laver Valence Sue Gai Beate Klug Poth

Harvey Hinkle Murder Trial Confession Read in Court

Fragmentary transcript reveals Harvey Hinkle recounting a fatal shooting during a confrontation near a yard wire fence. He describes reducing risk, the victim Edna Rogers, and a frightened scream as a bystander fired. A related witness, Harvey Hinkle's brother, supported his account.

Harvey Hinkle Rogers Edna Hinkle Harvey

Lives of 141 Saved From Matsushima Explosion in Tokyo

A Japanese navy disaster near Ma Kang harbor on the Vescadores Islands sinks the cruiser Matsushima at 4 am. Admiral Yoshimatsu reports 141 survivors, including several officers, while 58 officers remain missing. Sons of Baron Chida and Prince Gyama are among the victims. captains Yoshinori and Fushiromed drowned. Cause of the explosion is undetermined.

Tokio Matsushiina Yoshimatsu Os Matsushima Makang Vescadores Islands Matsushima Rexese Hoshasdaie Idukushina Chida Foreign ‘Office Prince Gyama Name Yoshinori Fushiromed

Receiver for Star Publishing Company Debtor in Insolvency Suit

The Star Publishing Company faces a suit by Daniel G. Rel of New York seeking the appointment of a receiver to manage the firm. The complaint alleges $241,703 due on promissory notes plus interest and notes the company is insolvent with mounting losses, insufficient working capital, and inability to meet bond obligations to creditors including the Western Trust and Savings Bank of Chicago.

Dantel G. Rel New York Star Publicning Company Western Trust and Savings Bank Chicago American Trust and Savings Bank Star Publishing” Comepany Reid Forth Star King Indianapolirust and Savings Bank Morteage Western Trust Barings Bank As. Trostee indianapolisiStar Star St. Oblighing Inpany Mort~ Bage-Hon Camitfiont Working Capital cTt Iav Teason Rola Parmert Star Publishing Company Mey Indianapollo Star Company Saya Eoen Weil

Receiver Sought for Star Newspaper Group as Court Action Proceeds

The Indianapolis Star publisher A A McCormick seeks receivership oversight at court. The debt stems from a demand note to Reid and a star group loan. McCormick notes the firm will continue operating. Principal owner Daniel G Rela of New York has a vast stake, with other stockholders including Charles J Fairbanks and George F McCulloch. Bond totals reach about 1.5 million with 700k common stock and 0.9 million preferred.

Petitoner A. A. McCormick Indianapolis Star Anderson McCormick Ved Snoney Reid Tire Ofts Daniel G. Rela New York Richmond Ind Star League Charles J. Fairbanks United States L. Henry Indianapolis Journal George F.mcculloch The Star Bat Millon Chicago Chicago Post

Republicans of Maine and Maryland Back Taft for President

In Portland Maine four delegates at large to the Chicago convention align with Taft after a state convention that declares Taft as their choice for president. Separately in Baltimore and Greensboro Roosevelt is criticized and Taft endorsed by party leaders and delegates, while individual candidate John H. Archer seeks trusteeship in Washington Township highlighting his long service and local development efforts.

Portland Chicago Khas Mualne Willam Hy ‘Tart Olle United State Baltimore Agri Taft John Archer Trustes Washington Township Washington Merl Archer la Zendon Jesse

Nature Fakery and Wreck Drama at Eagles Charity Bazaar

Frank Purcell reports on a local charity bazaar with admission ten cents and the dramatic skin game tone. Four injured in a Erie railroad wreck when a switch tender misread orders caused two Erie bound trains to collide with a New York air line. Conductor W. T. Hulsman and engineer William Linden among the injured, with passenger Mary Phelps and car chef Frank Bundy noted among those affected. The sensational account blends event and rumor about the road accident and social scene.

Cleveland New York Ayer Erie Quatier W. T. Hulsman William Linden Mary Phelps Bundy

St Joe Township Farmer Accidentally Shot While Hunting

Mr Edward Chausse, a farmer from St Joe Township, accidentally shot himself yesterday while carrying a crate of chickens and a shotgun. The gun misfired when it snagged on the crate wiring, the shot entering his left shoulder. He reports the wound is not likely to be dangerous.

Edward Chausse St Joe Township Chausse

Sreencastle Opposes State Tuberculosis Hospital Bid

Local officials and citizens resist locating a state tuberculosis hospital in Greencastle, fearing community impact and loss of favor to Greencastle. The reform campaign cites concerns raised by university officials and prominent residents about the potential strain and misallocation of resources.

W.bellew Greencastle DsPauw P University Edwin Campalen

Railway shop burned at Chi and Alton Tan pany plant

Fire at Bloomingto r W April 3 destroyed the machine shop and mother power general offices. The 50 year record room was ruined. Loss estimated at 900.

Bloomingto R. W Chi & Alton Tan Pany Mothe Power General Ecorie

Soap quality claims spark price debate in ad copy

A fragment promotes cheap soap and unique brands. It contrasts a large yellow soap cheaply priced against its quality, noting rosin and grease degrade cleaning. It mentions two gold labeled Easy Task soap cakes priced at five cents each as the top cleanser.

Forest Park Board Approves Main Sewer Plan

Forest Park board of public works approves a main sewer project for Vornet Park with brick preferred by residents though some favor reinforced concrete. Opposition remonstrances were filed against a sewer north of Chitton Avenue while plans include cement walks on Short Street and alley burdens south of Relert Kine. Pipe supplies faced delays but work is expected to resume once shipments arrive and the project advances.

Board of Pubic Works Vornet Park Forest Park Bangerrete Ie Remonstranes Chitton Avenue Short Street Hoffman Streets Relert Kine Cran i Enna Gay Street Coc Posilirars Mipe Spy Ruin

Wells Peoples Champion for Allen County Legislature

Democrats urge voters to elect William Wells to represent them today. They praise his labor support and lawmaking that favors general people, roads, and ditch laws while opposing special interests. He is described as a strong advocate for constituents and a hard warrior for Allen County.

Cor William & Wells Alamo Tuller Gona Lawa Lawe Allen County

Decoration day plans in Pierceton involve Devic Farrington

Wakarusa resident Devic Farrington, a veteran of the 74th Indiana Volunteer Infantry, will deliver the Decoration Day address. A finance committee includes Will Matchett, J L Redclift, and F W Cine, while program committee features Hiram Finton, HL Harris, and Rev W F Wones.

Kist Pierceton Ind Devic Farrington Wakarusa Indiana Volunteer Infantry Bean Will ¥. Matchett J. L.redclift F. W.W. Cine

Muldowney Trails Trailblazing Night in Springfield

Muldowney, a key figure for Springfield’s team, supposedly left the hotel after manager Hendricks thought he had everyone accounted for at Zanesville on Wednesday. He hid from the watchful eyes and returned to apologize after eating two meals, earning a light mockery from teammates and fans.

Muldowney Falls Grace Hie Muldowney Springfeld Jack Zanesville King Kelly Pendricks Kelly Mule Downey Momager Hendricks Tor

Bantam Hen Hatches Mixed Brood of Chicks

Fireman Charles Harris of Station 7 owned a bantam hen that hatched a mixed brood of chicks from many varieties. Harris had noticed jokers at the station and had been collecting small cages at a nearby grocery. After three weeks the hen was set to hatch, but the brood proved badly mixed and disappointing to Harris.

Mi Charles Harris Sousa Isaid Mr. Harris Harrig Antie Barris

Erie Seeks Release from Interstate League

An Erie bid to be released from the Interstate league is led by President Morton and Girard club officers. They argue ongoing violations and NA discussions with Secretary Farrell, asserting the Interstate schedule issues and franchise integrity.

Erie Morton Girard Club Frang Baumeister Rossiter Farrell National Hassociation Erin Ranier Ane Miles Morin FAM

White 50x Lined Up For Play

Fragmentary text describes a lineup involving White 50x for a game plan with encacements, centers, and a merger context. Reads like a sports brief with names and positions partially visible, indicating a tense lineup and a sporting setback.

Indicted girl found guilty in infant murder case

Columbus Ind Apr 20 The eigh teen year old wife of Stephen Cooper Princes Foxworthy Cooper was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to five to fourteen years in Indianapolis women's prison. Jury verdict came in twenty five minutes after retiring at 8 40 pm. The prisoner asked to work quickly and seemed pleased though fearing a life sentence.

Columbus Ind Foxworthy Cooper Stephen Cooper Tndianapolis Cox Wich

Fatal duel ends in Birmingham as two men die

In Flat Creek, Alabama, April 2, Dr J Garrizoo shot and killed electrician B Williams after a long running feud. Williams, who fired first at Garrizoo, was killed by a bystander known as The Jakler while lying on the ground.

Birmingham Als Garrizoo B. Williams Flat Creek Garrison Rezeny Fist Creek Birminghnn Williams Garrison Willian

Municipal League Convention Discusses Elevation Talk

The Municipal League of Indiana holds its La Porte convention June 23 24 25 with an afternoon track elevation address by Mayor B A Bookwalter of Indianapolis. Mayor William J Hosey of this city will discuss the topic. The program includes talks by Democratic and Republican candidates for governor.

Municipal League of Indiana Laporte A. Bookiwalter Indianapolis William J. Hosey

Prospects Bright for Canal Expansion in Cincinnati Fight

Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce delegates pressed for a Fort Wayne Toledo and Chicago Canal survey and promotion at the current Congress session. K H R Probasco led the drive with briefs and surveys by Engineer Copley, praising prospects as Ohio congressmen and senators attended and discussed canal value to Cincinnati and surrounding areas.

Charles Bush Commercial Club Cimy Railroads and Canary Committee Anngreee Fort Wayne, Toledo & Chicago Canal Congress Cinnipnati Chamber of Commerce Washington Btr Prabasco Cincinnati Engineer Cooles Railread and Capala Ohio Hemenway Beveridge K. H. R. Probasco Chamber of Commer Copley Bir Pronases Fort Warna

Fort Wayne Commercial Club urged special meeting on railroads and canals plan

The Fort Wayne Commercial Club committee led by Frank B. Taylor Perry A. Randall and Charles B Bash heard a presentation on a railroad and canal proposition. They planned a special meeting to discuss the matter and expected a favorable report and survey appropriation at the upcoming session.

Taylor Randall Commercial Club Fort Wayne Commercial’ Club Fort Wayne Commercial’ club was _com=posed of the Messrs Frank B. Taylor Perry A. Randall Charles &. Bash

BLOW UP HOME OF MINE FOREMAN NEAR ANACONDA

An explosion at the Washoe Smelting company near Anaconda destroys a foreman's home at midnight. His wife and baby escape. Wicklit wounded but not seriously. Near Butte and Anaconda crowds gather as industries face unrest, with foremen and shift bosses warned or attacked and no arrests reported.

Butts Mont Wacklitt Toreman Washoe Smelting Company Anaconda Tyes Paby Wicklit Butte

Conference backs Hughes candidacy for New York governor

At a New York meeting of leading Republicans on April 3 a report urged forming a committee to promote Governor Hughes candidacy. The session also debated how the existing deadlock with the Legislature could affect Hughes and any future party nominee. Want ads in the Journal-Gazette run 14 cents per word.

New York Ster Hughes Journal- Gazette

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