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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1906

Page

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Reach Out Into New Territory for Fort Wayne Freight

General Freight Agent Riton predicts rapid processing of new Cur will boost express business at Fort Wayne. He notes the city as a growing shipping point and describes electric line expansions enabling faster deliveries to northwestern Indiana towns. The Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley system begins through routes to Indianapolis, expanding reach and efficiency for local shippers.

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Poor Farm Costs and Demographics in Indiana 1905

A damaged OCR fragment reports Indiana 1905 costs for poor-farm operations across counties. It cites average per-person expenses about 93 dollars, farm population by race and sex, salaries of county superintendents, and rent income from a single farm, with scattered county figures and misread place names.

Inilanapolis Apell H Alainis Indiana Wirmerdes Crawford County Owen Amalinat Fancy Acres Grink Vowner

Republic Oil Company Ruits Ends Business in Indiana

The Republic Oil Company of New York filed to withdraw from Indiana, disposing of all assets and ceasing offices, agents, or representatives in the state. T. L. Nichols is named as president of the company, with authority revoked by PLA. Burnett. Reportedly the firm handed its business to Standard Oil, with all properties transferred.

Taranapolis The Republic of Company New York Wang Gumbeata T. L. Nichols Natice Ubu A Cmpany Indiana PLA. Burnett Clave Teekexa Thette Corpany

Foster Nominated by Evansville Delegates for Congress

Tad John N Foster of Evansville receives second nomination for congress by Meteputlians of Indiana district at Patecsunyetis following unanimous Lecifor. Branbyille delegates transported to Petersburg by rain for the first Indiana district nomination in fifty years. A young mother from Nanford Me credits Tinwirle Bitters for curing years of dyspepsia and restoring strength. Dreier & Bro.'s store sells the remedy with guarantees.

Trwnstille Tad John N. Foster Evansville Meteputlians Congressians Indiana Patecsunyetis Afternion Tuesa ‘Lecifor Juidge Fueter Tike County Petersburg Branbyille Dreier & Bro Avuy

Muncie Clubman in Trouble Faces Charges

George G Banham, manager of the Miracie Gymant company, is to be held in custody as criminal charges loom. The Muncie company alleges a large sum was embezzled, estimated around $39,000, with friends seeking his release to avoid prosecution.

Mulls George G. Banham Clylinga Society Lendar Lodgetayn wMiracie Gyrmant Company Blnby Muncie Crrnjent Company Moray Comfons Newham Tov Ang Pemitleg Ming Aarges

Civic Committee Endorses Prosecutor Work in Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne civic committee of the Ministerial Association endorses the state's attorney and prosecutor actions to obtain confessions and enforce liquor laws. They urge saloon keepers and citizens to cooperate, warning against disregard of the law and calling for investigations and prosecutions.

EL Wi. Alden Chatmar the Civic Committee of the Fort Wayne Minkularil Arcocution, Thersdiey Save Oat Ue Twantzina Baloom Hetail Aasoetarion Jartisanship Aetlen Fom Ciena Ciste Commins Pine Ministerial Association

Finding of Judge Anderson Affirms Referee Wood Ruling

Federal Judge Anderson confirms Referee Wood's finding in Moris Golberger versus Model Gus Eugine Co. on BI6000 commission tied to bankrupt company sale. Referee sets April 19 dividend in John J. Kinney estate, Angola, at about 2 percent to creditors. Kinney bank claims settled at NM percent previously.

Anderson Referen Spl A. Wood John J. Kinne Angola Kinney Kinney Bank Affalea

Building to Be Larger Chisago Company Expands Clinton Street Frontage

The Western Christ and Guaranty company at Chisago plans a larger Clinton Street investment adjoining the White National bank. It has added three feet of land north of its holdings, giving a total frontage of feet with a depth of feet. Architect Rieffel is drawing plans for a larger structure, with work to begin soon. Local representative C. G Steisdal notes the expansion. the project signals a bigger building than initially planned. Oscar Bowman of Lebanon Kentucky endorses Foley’s Kidney Cure in a testimonial.

Chisago Company Clinton Street Western Christ and Guaranty v Company Chiniga White National Bank ALD Trith Rie Iffel le Legin C. G Steisdal Chicago Company Poley Oscar Bowman Lebanon Foley Dyoler & Bro

Fifty Die As Forest Inn Hotel Collapses in Germany

A hotel disaster at the Brag hotel in South Germany on April 3 left fifty persons dead and seventy injured as the Zum Hirt arhen collapsed with guests inside. Rescue efforts identified numerous victims and many believed trapped beneath the debris.

Negd Flack Forest South Germany

Oring Taxatlee Fret Syrup Cures Digestive Troubles

Oring La dive Fru Syrup claimed to cure stomach and liver troubles, aid digestion, and stimulate liver and bowels without irritating them. The ad warns it is mild and pleasant to take and cautions against substitutes, signed by Dreier Bro.

Oring Orin Dreier

Statewide effort to fund Ohio road improvements

Secretary of State Jari announces a registration law aimed at funding road work. The plan includes two state payments totaling 86000 and would restore funding to 200,000 for the current year. Public works and forest protection features are mentioned alongside medicine ads interspersed in the text.

Collin Jari Stars Bishway

Balloonist Prepared to Die During Balloon Voyage

A New York report notes a balloonist named Provck and others on Long Island Week, exhausted after a perilous flight. A note found in the clothing lists three Hemana and a plan to dispose of property if the voyage failed.

New York Long Island Aetter

Tragic Balloon Flight Ends in Death in New York Bay

The balloonist Nocquet plunged into dark waters after a perilous ascent from Lang 15. His body was found near Amityville after a long search by Captain Purdy and local responders. Rescue efforts revealed a failed ascent and dangerous marshy routes as investigators described the fatal fall.

Avril Pan Cemplor Jenni Benny Nocquet Godry Tani Anann Orath Jamie Grange Smith Amityville Smith Vancott Purdy Slong Macquet Fwmmien Gurdun Che Westbury Sortche Murbor

Balloon sighting near Huntington puzzling observers

A balloon was seen passing over Huntington at about 8 15 pm with no further signals. Jones Beach lifesaving station found the balloon and noted it appeared adrift and damaged. Tracks suggested the traveler may have survived the ordeal, prompting cautious notes from local authorities.

Huntington Lero Jones Beach Canialn Austin Aaad Iis

Ministers Win Point in Saloon Plea Prosecutions

A controversial agreement ends prosecutions of local saloonkeepers after they admitted guilt for Sunday openings. Prosecutor Dante Nine notes no further trials expected, citing difficulty securing convictions and a public-relations concern. Local minister A K Zartman and the Prohibition Association say the settlement achieves the goal of compliance and observes the law.

Ter AK. Zartman Vive Eighteousnise Wayne Ainisterin Assorlajie Helleya Dante G. Boks Winte Winde Tha Aclow Lee Pablic Sa Joon

Local Obituaries and Public Notices From Indiana Regions

Dated notices report the death of Charles Werslee of Gasnen on Wednesday and the selection of a new public schools superintendent in Twpeka county. Divorce suit filed by Mrs. Samuel Mugre of North Manchester cites desertion after marriage. Widow Angeline 8 Clapp of Albion dies after long illness. Michael Douglas of De Kalb county dies in Auburn. father of Mrs. Jeasle Zolare of Bart Wayne. Judge H.S. Biggs of Warsaw remains frail but improving. Mrs. George Cline near Decatur dies of heart failure. John E. Wolf of Whitley County dies at home near Columbia City. known threshing machine operator.

Harles Werslee Gasnen Werasday Swith Puble Sceals Twpeka Merange County L. K. Babcock Fiyitington Hapenty Warren That Vtty Huntington Capital Samuel Mugre North Mancheater Gataber Angeline Clapp Image William Albion Michael Douglas Jeasle Zolare Bart Wayne HS. ‘Biggs Warsaw George Cline Decatur Cline Ant Joan E. Wolf Rolumnte Towenship Whitley County Columbia City Heath

New Discovery for Coughs and Colds Promises Relief

A damaged notice from Forest City reports a claimed new remedy for lingering coughs and colds. The ad asserts it aids grippe and asthma, strengthens the lungs, and wards off consumption. Sold by a local firm, promising rapid relief to those in affected areas.

Dupget King’s Mia Geo Walle Forest City Dlwatas sGrippe Givin Asthmit Jay Maver Comeha Colda Lieler & Bro Geug

Massive factory fire destroys facility near Ainton

A large plant east of Ainton burned completely last night, causing an estimated $70,000 in damage. Investigators pursue the origin as locals report a blaze at Konenverte Avenue. Fire crews battled intense flames through the night, with flames breaking through the roof and delaying containment.

Ainton St Lawrence

Bowser Helps a Destitute Boy in Turbulent Scene

In a domestic drama, Bowser takes in a hungry boy after dinner, questions his past, and defends him from a harsh guardian. The boy breaks down, recounts a missing guardian, while Bowser faces social tension and a heated confrontation about charity and responsibility.

Mine men not indicted in Virginia coal case

A grand jury in Virginia recessed without returning charges against the mine superintendent and mine boss after failing to return indictment. The coroner’s jury found no cause for further action in the Deerolt mine case.

We Va Metmenta Superitenent Mines Tawasem Jaanglaughiur Deerolt Sisnaten

New Mediain Firm Opens With Distinctive Fonts

An unclear OCR fragment notes a public opening by a firm named Finealea or similar. It mentions wine trees and a pile fire pets of any nwa na design. Sold by Meyer Bros in Cov.

Ty Wawentmeyt Dnekarhe Reiner Linaaoy Tronhies Finealea Y Meyer Broa

Keep Your Nerve and Nerve Energy Claim

Advertisement text promoting Dr Miles Nervine claiming to strengthen the nervous system and improve health. Mentions nerve energy, brain and spinal cord function, digestion, appetite, and overall vigor. References Miles Medical Co and Elkhart Indiana.

Boly Miles Nervine Helhswid Lee Winter Thoughta Eistu AOTC Tadou Eberann Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indrome

Mr Cleveland Heads North In Busy Travel Start

Former Frese leader Mr Cleveland departs from Bryiadl Florida toward the north with Prof Doward McLepehan and Dr Joseph Bryant aboard. The party, entering the journey full of purpose, moves in convoy as organizers express confidence in the upcoming arrangements.

Bryiadl Frese Idenk Gerver Cleelaid Doward McLepehan Joseph Bryant Teft Che North Cleveland Marci Im Wentiy Wureo Theneelves Hove

Fragmentary note hints at healing salve store misfits

A fragmented line from a historical page mentions a healing salve sold by Dreteras Bla's dig store and a reference to a wounded or burned person. The text is garbled but implies a consumer purchase related to medical salve and local shop details. No clear dates or names beyond Velonali and Thacklow's Aenica appear usable.

Thacklow

Notice to former residents regarding property sale terms

A garbled public notice invites former residents to settle in Fort Wayne so they can claim a right to a home on West Washington Avenue. It mentions a five year term for a brand and owner, a sale of all trader improvements, and references a boilerplate basis and a person named Adele with unclear roles. The text remains unreadable in parts due to damage.

Fort Wayne Washington Atpant Tor Brand Bowe Naston Rage

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