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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1912
Page
16
The narrative reflects on the Titanic sinking off Newfoundland, describing it as a disaster with unmatched loss of life. It questions safety assurances, notes the ship’s palatial design and supposed unsinkability, and mentions forthcoming survivor accounts and the uncertain cause, particularly Captain Smith’s role.
The Sentinel urges all voters to register early for the November election. May 9 marks the first of three registration days in Allen County with designated precinct offices and accredited officials to record name and address. If you move you must re register in your new precinct for September or October. Registration is required to vote. being a resident alone does not count. Do not miss registering and do it early.
Reported remarks suggest three hours will be insufficient for Hon Addison Harris to present all objections to the proposed constitution and its adoption method when the case is argued next Wednesday.
Superintendent Guy C. Hanna reports Allen county maintains 35 representatives at the Indiana Boys School at Plainfield. Over the past year the county expended $1,060.74, covering half of the cost as required by law.
A Titanic survivior statement from passengers urges immediate steps to require ships carry enough lifeboats, proper equipment, and trained crew. It cites Carpathia rescue, total saved around 745, and recommends an international conference to standardize sea safety laws and U.S. leadership. Samuel Goldenberg chairs the committee.
Controversy swirls as survivors recount the Titanic disaster with accounts of Captain Smith, First Officer Moody, and J Bruce Ismay amid warnings of icebergs and crowded lifeboats. Major Archibald Butt is praised for calm heroism while crew secrecy and inquiries threaten public understanding.
Emmaus hall in this city hosts the Walther League convention July 21 to 25. A Sunday meeting of Emmaus Young Men and Young Ladies societies appointed committees for reception concerts social activities field day bowling souvenir programs meals decorations and booths with named members and officers.
Joseph Norman was fined ten dollars and costs and sentenced to six months in jail by Judge Mungovan for breaking into a Wabash freight car and stealing clothing. He is a local unknown in Fort Wayne. An affidavit against Benjamin F. Skinner was filed by Mattie Young for assault and battery. Minnie Moody of Frankfort endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds, praising it for her daughter. Dreier Drug Co. operates two stores.
Advertisement promising easy entry to a profitable gold mining scheme. Claims include a $3 down payment and $3 monthly, with contact at Guy Inox Exchange Building Denver Colorado. Dated 1946-04-24.
Notice is given to the creditors heirs and legatees of Catherine E Houser deceased to appear in the Allen circuit court at Fort Wayne Indiana on May 3 1912 and show cause why final settlement accounts should not be approved. Heirs must prove heirship and receive distributive shares. Executor James E Graham. Clerk William E Gerding April 2 1912.
In the April term 1912 Allen County Superior Court, Artemas Hopkins sues Latie Hopkins a non resident for divorce with a June 8 1912 filing deadline. If she fails to appear, the case proceeds in her absence as attested by clerk and attorney for the plaintiff. Also notices appoint administrators and administratrices for local estates including Anna Sutorius and Edward Roe with dates in April and May 1912.
Emma Schalter testified she served four years as housekeeper for the late John Schnorr and, at his death, was owed 800 for services. Andrew Schnorr, administrator, contests the claim as exorbitant, saying she was paid in life. The claimant, advanced in years, valued services at over 20 monthly plus board.
Jess D. Ross was granted a divorce from Cora Ross in circuit court on Thursday, with abandonment cited as the reason. Separately, Emma Barthold seeks divorce from Fred Barthold alleging habitual drunkenness and threats, while a restraining order was issued. Blanche Doty sues Ralph Doty for cruelty and child custody, filed by PL Colerick.
Friday news items describe F Eginott, a foreign born man, who harassed Stella Carpenter and other Hope hospital workers with threats of killing. He was jailed on a peace bond, then released when a circuit court granted him early liberty pending judgment. Other notices include wills, fines for packing company dumping, and multiple divorce actions detailing alleged cruelty, abandonment, and neglect.
Saturday court actions include quashing an indictment against Elmer Keck for truancy after a judge secured compliance with the law, a divorce petition by Leona Nettles alleging abandonment in 1901, Eva Cartwright seeking restoration of her maiden name, and property and will dispositions. Judge O Rourke presided, noting affidavit notice requirements and granting Pearl Myron a divorce with custody. Additional items report campaign expenses, corporate filings, and wills benefiting heirs.
Eleven days remain for candidates in the last primary to file expenditure accounts. Dehrig Bird reported 197.09 spent on advertising while Adam Flaugh listed 117.50 for his campaign. Agnes Thompson accuses John Thompson of abandonment in a 1910 divorce filing. Kenneth Williams sues Fort Wayne for 10000 damages over a Tecumseh street electric wire injury to a boy. Frances Kohlmeyer wins divorce and custody in circuit court.
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