08 Mar 1908
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne News
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1908
Page
1
In a stubborn stand against arbitration efforts, Judge Anderson encounters a persistent obstacle. The case, labeled as a pivotal clash between parties, tests legal maneuvering and raises questions about the viability of the proposed resolution.
In a federal gas dispute in Indianapolis Judge Anderson pressed for arbitration after long wrangling. Judge Zollars argued the city held no rights for the company yet refused to allow it to remove pipes, prompting the judge to urge the city to decide to proceed or withdraw. The hearing continued with heavy paperwork and tense cross-examination, signaling a lengthy path to a possible trial.
Indianapolis dispatch reports W. H. Prod Hell Buys notes voters resist tampering with alcohol laws. He says Indiana's upcoming election will be no easy race as reformers push to keep saloons and brewers out of politics and stronger enforcement of Blue laws.
A disjointed preface warns that local option laws backed by brewers and saloons could push Indiana toward absolute prohibition. The author notes public votes show opposition to prohibition, but fears brewer influence may steer lawmaking toward corruption and loss of political independence.
William Roose, in charge of Charles W. Miller's headquarters in Indianapolis, reports Miller has 248 of 789 delegates and 84 of 116 delegates from the Republican state convention are favorable. He analyzes the race, noting neutral territory counts and district tallies, with 58 counties having selected 789 delegates and many counties still to vote.
Twenty one small white caskets lie at Lake View cemetery in a vast grave after the Collinwood school fire. Two bodies were identified, including Tidgar Woodhouse. Grieving parents faced the open grave as nineteen more caskets were arranged. Collinwood businesses closed and a silent crowd gathered.
Two of the Colliwood fire victims were transported to Goshen for interment on Sunday. The children are Glen Sander, twelve, and Harold Sander, eight, sons of rank B. Sander.
New York March 9 District Attorney Jerome left for Albany to place his case in the hands of Governor.
In a tense exchange, China remains firm as Japan rejects two of Beijing’s stated demands. The stand off continues with no immediate resolution in sight and both nations weighing next steps.
London reports indicate China has not yet agreed to surrender the Tatsu Maru seized for alleged arms smuggling. Japan presses for surrender while China proposes three options including a mixed court and arbitration. British officials expect naval preparations before any enforcement action and note China has apologized for lowering the Japanese flag on the ship.
A Japanese ultimatum demanded surrender of a ship and its cargo, with offers including a pledge to suppress traffic between Japanese houses and Chinese rebels and full indemnity. Japan rejected the surrender and first two offers, warned no delay, and indicated naval forces move toward the port where the Tatsu is held. A Japanese cruiser is already at the port, with the southern squadron en route to Sasebo and the armored cruiser Chyioda sailing for unknown destination.
Chicago March 9 John Mitchell retiring president of the United Mine Workers of America is reportedly being lined up for governor by Cook County Democratic Marching Club. Enthusiastic aid greeted the mention with remarks calling him a man of the people and the surest vote getter. Mitchell, now in Indianapolis, has a Springfield home and strong support from party leaders who say he would unite Illinois Democrats as never before.
A bizarre incident describes a person paying with a hand car in a fast moving situation. The episode suggests a dangerous moment that could have ended badly, though details remain unclear.
A dramatic flood report notes a high water mark of 22.5 feet on Sunday morning per Observer Mohler. The gauge later fell to 21.5 feet by noon today, with a drop of one foot since yesterday noon. Continuous river conditions are updated on Page Nine.
The speaker says the nation should resist Soviet tactics and punch Castro's head figuratively for his impudence, noting the views of administration members and other senators shape the stance toward Venezuela and U.S. actions.
Indianapolis dispatch reports Judge Pritchard dismissed the jury in the Brunaugh padding records case after claims of jury fixing. The case links to Henry W. Marshall and other prominent figures, with potential indictments expected as graft investigations widen.
The Mayflower millers of Fort Wayne voice Indiana tillers support to congressional delegates. They report a recent advisory on a 35,000 dollar foreign flour trade subsidy and urge restoring the original estimate to aid the milling trade and recover lost export business from prior years.
Washington March 9 strained relations with Venezuela may disrupt diplomatic ties with President Castro's government following publication of investor treatment correspondence. Senator Lodge introduced a resolution at the president's request, signaling a possible move granting the President power to act. Foreign relations leaders caution against war, stressing the non use of gunboats to collect debts while noting past U.S. scolding of Germany and England.
Police report a burglary at the Elis lodge rooms in Warsaw on Sunday morning. Thieves climbed a telephone pole to gain entry, took about 2000 dollars in cash and additional property, then fled the scene. Authorities seek leads.
Congressman Hemenway seeks aid of 195000 dollars to improve safety and welfare for about 800000 miners working underground. He urges relief funds to enhance ventilation and accident prevention across mining districts.
Senator Hemenway seeks a 195000 federal appropriation to extend mining disaster investigations and safety work. The Indiana record shows 53 coal miners died in 1907 and 461 were injured, while 1906 nationwide deaths reached 2061 and injuries 4800, with higher fatality rates than European nations. The amendment argues for immediate funding to prevent and reduce such accidents, noting rising totals into 1908. Continued on Tenth Page.
Southern Senator Bailey denounces President Roosevelt as a blend of good and evil during a currency bill speech in Wallington. He mocks claims of bravery and honesty, labeling Roosevelt as arbitrary yet bold, and argues better leadership would polarize parties and obscure clear issues with adversaries. Bailey defends Roosevelt against blame for the recent panic linked to railroad regulation.
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