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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1908
Page
9
Warsaw inquiry centers on Mrs Gunnest and two missing women Jennie Winkie of LaPorte and a Warsaw resident. Detectives probe past disappearances as foreign authorities join Chicago investigators in a sprawling case tied to Gunnest’s alleged frauds and possible murders.
A swindler named Ernent Schwindler left home with 1500 dollars and a gold Elgin watch while posing as a suitor for a widow in northern Tadl near Chieies. He was tall and heavyset, last seen with a plan to win the widow’s favor. no word since. A Dr Bancratt in Concord NH, commenting on a Mrs Bella Gunn ers, says she was doomed to degenerate based on a study of her picture.
The text discusses irregular skull and body shapes, noting Mrs Guinness had a peculiarly shaped bead and large frame with small feet. It suggests malformations could recur in offspring and speculates on variations of deformity. A cursory exam may mislead, with an observer labeling Gunness as degenerate.
Champaign May 13 The Row GG Moore pastor of the First Baptist church this city married Mrs Bella Sorenson and Peter Gunness while pastor at Laporte in 1902 The woman did all the talking and induced the man to pay the fee Dr Moore Heyer says the woman possessed hypnotic power He conducted the wedding service of Gunness in December 40 date unclear
The article outlines heightened expectations for votes on the Vreeland bill with Democrats urged to unite against it. Williams signals a strategic response, noting he may abstain or push the Fowler bill if the amendment process is constrained. The clash centers on parliamentary standing and party tactics in the banking and currency debate.
Logansport Tennessee May 13 Gee Bill colored shot a white man at the home of her minister. The shooter then shot himself. Reports say the motive involved drink. This is the third murder in Case county in the last month. Only place where all ball scores are received is Jackson & Thieme's 619 Calhoun St.
The Dayton Merald reports Dixie Pan’s Minstrels at the National theater as a $9 and real minstrel show featuring colored performers. Audiences praised the lively singing and dancing, with a strong orchestra and witty monologues. The piece notes weather affecting matinee and evening turnout and mentions multiple social events and local residents connected to the troupe and city.
A theater interview with Linden Beckwith describes her shift from superstition to confidence after a New York contract. She recalls early fears on a train, a haunted hotel room number, and a dramatic seven year run on stage without accidents, ending with a triumphant performance in The Scot frame.
New Haven notes show parish attendance last Sunday with Mrs Marr and family sharing gatherings. Mentions of Miss Carroll Sheridan visiting Miss Louise Soh and Mrs Schweiker traveling with her mother. Incomplete details reference relatives and friends in Tacksville and West Main Street, reflecting a lively social scene.
Louise Kleinichert is ill with mutiny and relapsed after a few days of illness. Mr and Mrs Bustman visited Fort Wayne on Monday. Kate Midt of Fort Wayne spent Sunday with Kleinrishert family. Marie Cap and daughter Manie Cap visited, along with Mrs Reagan and daughter Louise.
A curious line in today’s want ads hints at a hoarding house inquiry and suggests the reader could be the man who asked a friend about it. The note frames a potential lead in the classifieds for any interested party.
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