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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1908
Page
2
The article surveys wartime era policy clashes with revisionists opposing reform and notes U S Japan naval ties and a tripartite approach. Mentions Indiana politics, Cotton and McTurnhand, and figures like James Murdock amid broader international strains and domestic schooling debates.
The text critiques Republican influence in politics and business, arguing corporations fund campaigns to secure favors. It questions voter manipulation, calls for accountability, and laments the manipulation of public opinion by party leaders. The disjointed excerpt reflects a heated editorial stance on governance and industry power.
A census bureau study shows Indiana ranks near the top for divorces per population over 1887 to 1908, with 60 721 divorces in twenty years. 1906 was a peak year, and Dearborn Madison and Marlow counties show rising trends. drunkenness and spousal desertion cited as major grounds.
The fragmentary text shows a tariff revision discussion with jumbled phrases about political figures, party standings, and unspecified dates. It references names and terms like Lepernestia, Victory, and various party shades, but the exact proposals and outcomes remain unclear in the garbled OCR.
The Angola Herald argues for Edward G. Hoffman as the Democratic choice for U.S. Senate, praising his legal career and leadership in Allen and Twelfth district politics. It urges Hoffman's strong northern Indiana support, while endorsing him as a capable, conservative leader to guide future elections.
Nov 25 dispatch reports government forces under Gen Celestin Chingne defeated by rebels near Jeremie, with Celestin taking refuge at the German consulate in Port au Prince. Casualties and wounded flee to Fort au Prince while U S Navy ships Tacoma and training ship Duguay Trouin move in to show presence.
Fragmentary report from Parig dated November 24 describes seized arms and wounded in a conflict with rebels. The text is garbled but references government actions and a large quantity of guns. No clear names, places, or outcomes are readable.
A UK quarantine order affects cattle import and movement, signaling continued controls amid concerns over animal health and potential disease risk. Authorities emphasize testing, monitoring, and compliance for affected farms and carriers. The situation impacts trade and farm operations as officials coordinate response with international partners.
Dr. Roberts warns about outbreaks among dispersed herds in Michigan and Minnesota as Indianapolis officials report disease symptoms. He notes cattle deaths and rapid progression from initial signs to severe emaciation, urging action to prevent spread and stressing the seriousness of the illness.
Pittsburg Nov 23 The alum Stock yards on Perris Island will not be closed following correspondence with the Department of Agriculture on yard regulations. Live stock now in the yards will be disposed of before Tuesday and the buildings fumigated and disinfected. The yards will open to interstate commerce except where quarantine exists.
Reports describe a catastrophic mine explosion at Marianm in Washington County with about 120 men killed or missing. Rescue efforts were slow yet relentless as investigators and company officials from Monongahela dispatched trains and experts to assist. The exact cause remains undetermined, with theories ranging from gas ignition to a gas from a nearby well seeping into the coal workings.
Rescue teams recovered thirty four bodies from the mine at 2 a m as families waited at the surface. Names listed include Joseph Holmes and Joseph Gresinger among others. officials estimate many more may remain inside the mine after an explosion that occurred earlier.
Washington reports show hearings on the Dingley Bill protections for hides leather goods belts and shoe materials. Manufacturers push for free entry of hides produced before the act while unions oppose, with art works and other goods also under review as talks stretch late.
A New York theatrical manager known for public appearances faces $109,000 in damages after not delivering a promised star appearance. The case details a contract dispute and scrutiny of the manager’s alleged misconduct with performers and venues.
Miss Ruth Harrington of New Haven visits Miss Hattie Ressey on East Lewis street. Word arrives of a November marriage at St Marys Catholic church in New Bern North Carolina between William J Mex Bennett and Miss Margaret McSorley. Bennett is son of Mr and Mrs Francis McBennett of South Lafayette. McSorley family heads New Bern social circles. Attendants were McCarthy and Julia McSorley. Bennett served four years as superintendent of the Electric Night and Water plant at New Bern.
Farmers report William Bearman refuses to kill a dog accused of killing sheep in Wayne. Neighbors pressured him after the canine attacked livestock weeks ago, but Bearman allegedly fed and harbored the animal. An affidavit likely to be filed against him. A number of sheep and turkeys have been killed in Wayne.
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