Again After Gamblers In Fort Wayne
The Weekly Sentinel reports a police raid on a gambling house yielding gamesters and devices. It notes prior warnings by the Journal-Gazette and argues for persistent enforcement and removal of gambling rooms, plus county actions targeting room renters to curb the activity. It connects the issue to a looming traction strike affecting Chicago and public disruption.
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Journal- Gazette
Gierhart & Swift
Journal-Gazette
Police Department
Thomas
Fort Wayne
Whence the Pull on Saloonkeeper Wiegand?
The Fort Wayne newspaper questions why Saloonkeeper Wiegand was sheltered from public scrutiny after his arrest for assaulting a minor. It notes police protection of his identity and footprint and calls for explanations of his power and influence over authorities and public coverage.
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Wiegand
Mark
Police Department
Marale
Fort Wayne
Chicago Faces Impending Streetcar Strike
Chicago faces a potential general strike that could halt all surface street railway lines within days. Thousands of workers may walk off, disrupting commutes and crippling business activity as the traction companies resist the workers’ demands.
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Chicago
Traction | Corporation
Decline of Aldrichism Marks Tariff Battle Turning Point
The article argues the current congress session signals the decline of Aldrichism, highlighted by backlash from progressive Republicans Beveridge Doliver Cummins Nelson Clapp and opposition to sacred protectionism. It credits the president's reform ultimatum and middle western support for consumers in the tariff fight, noting Aldrichism’s shift toward public understanding and loss of prestige.
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Congress
Rhode Island
Senate
Beveridge
Dolliver
Cummins
Nelson
Clapp
Middle Western
Commonwealth
New Tariff Law Ushers In Payne Aldrich Act
Congress ends a five month session and Taft signs the Payne Aldrich tariff into law. It replaces Dingley rates, adds a corporation tax, and aims for downward revision. Proponents claim relief for consumers and revived prosperity despite imperfect reform.
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Congress
Taft
Aldrich
Bidding for Trouble in Republican Mayoralty Contest
A disputed Republican Mayoralty nomination battle yields no clear winner. The process draws criticism as neither side presents credible backing, leaving party unity in question and observers wary of later repercussions.
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Republican Mayoralty
Particinanits
Indianapolis mayoral race tainted by appeals to the colored vote
The piece condemns two major party candidates in Indianapolis for making the colored vote a main issue and offering offices for support. It warns of spoils politics and racial pressure, arguing that the respectable black voters and propertied Republicans deserve better leadership, and suggests an independent movement may arise.
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Mark Antony
Indianapolis
Democratic Party
Wright brothers warn against infringements on aeroplane ideas
The piece argues that Wright brothers should be rewarded for their pioneering work while condemning “monoplane” imitators. It compares progress in aviation to other inventions, critiques tariff politics, and supports Senator Beveridge’s push for a tariff commission to replace ad hoc revenue bills.
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Wright Brothers
Wrights
Langley
Watts
Stevenson
Fulton
Mauretania
Indianapolis mayoral nominees viewed as honest capable men
City voters in Indianapolis show general support for the mayoral contenders though opinions vary on leadership strength. Observers describe the nominees as sturdy individuals with business capacity and personal integrity.
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Indianapolis
Indianapolis primary shows decisive party splits and hopes for reform
In Indianapolis the Republican nominee Samuel L. Shank and Democratic candidate Charles A. Gauss each led their party’s primary with wide margins. Shank faced the powerful Republican machine while Gauss contended with the Tag-Sart Democratic machine. Voters hope for better city administration from plain, honest candidates despite tough political conditions.
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Samuel L. Shank
Charles A. Gauss
Shank
Gauss
Democratic Party
Indianapolis
Paranoia expert disputes Thaw insanity claims
A discussion among alienists questions William Thaw's mental state describing extreme ego, persistent paranoia, and rational moments. They note sensational newspaper clips and debate whether his actions stem from genuine illness or public misperception.
Tariff debate light in next Congress but busy Washington ahead
The piece notes no tariff crisis for the coming session yet promises lively Capitol action. It cites Speaker Cannon and Aldrich as central figures to curb and manage until reform advocates gain ground. It mentions rising opposition within Democrats and praise for Beveridge’s tariff commission push and Beveridge’s view that Payne-Aldrich will be the last tariff bill of its kind.
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Chicago
Ghigago
Beveridge
Congress
Indiana
Aldrich
Washington
Joe
House
Speaker Cannon
Dolliver
Buccaneers and a Defaulter Cast Shadow on Measure
A fragmentary report describes Aldrich and a crew accused of theft from hides and leather, casting doubt on a benevolent measure. Nicolai of Auburn defends himself in public remarks, claiming no alarm was felt.
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Aldrich
Nicolai
Auburn
Sete Pe
Mr Nicolai’s Assurance On Money Handling Sought
The passage notes Auburn residents feel relief at Mr Nicolai’s claim that money will be taken care of properly. It questions his assurances and warns against potential mismanagement, suggesting caution despite the rhetoric.
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Nicolai
Law splits as progressives, revisionists, and standpatters clash
The tariff bill pleases nobody as progressives and revisionists gain little while standpatters concede much. Consumers and protected interests both feel undercut, though business gains a chance to revive, seen as the most significant outcome for now.
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Congress
Sweden Sees General Strike Shocks Economy and Farms
A sweeping strike grips industrial Sweden with farmers crying for aid as crops near harvest face ruin. Limited winter supplies and scarce harvest labor threaten cereal yields, risking widespread hardship if the unrest continues.
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Sweden
Alabama Leads Senate Aye On Tax Amendment
Alabama becomes the first state alphabetically to answer aye to the rell cation income tax amendment. Legislatures rush to an affirmative vote, with many states following to support the measure. The tax changes aim to shift burdens onto corporations and income taxes.
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Alabama
Thaws sanity indicator shows self steering in court
Observers note Thaw’s abnormal interest in his case as an indication of his sanity slipping. After long representation by around a dozen lawyers, he sometimes imagines he can direct his own defense, despite his complex legal team.
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Bill Taft
Madison Square Roof Garden
Thaw
Beveridge’s tariff fight remembered and Gould divorce case
The piece hails Senator Beveridge for honest tariff revision while noting Mrs. Frank Gould seeks a complete divorce. It promises testimony from a second woman to support her claim and suggests the Gould case will require little further comment.
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Gould
Frank Gould
Fort Wayne Prepares Crackdown on Gambling Houses
The piece urges action against room renters who host gambling establishments to curb illegal gaming. It criticizes leaders and hints at prosecutions, noting a vow to end gambling and expose those aiding illegal rooms as a path to cleaner justice.
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Fort Wayne
Wrights Europe Flight Stir Sparks Speculation
The piece notes Orville Wright’s sudden departure for Europe and suggests M. Sommer may capitalize on his current world sustained-flight title. It mentions Chicago’s impending car strike and Auburn bank matters, plus Taft’s political timing and Indianapolis mayoral race shifts shaping national mood.
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Orville Wright
Suddelly
Europe
M. Sommer
Retirement marks end of tariff tinkering and Congress
On the fifth day of August a congress winds up its session as tariff tinkering ends and good times begin. The speech notes a mixed lot of blessings and much to be thankful for amid the retirement from business and new routines.
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Congress
Spain Declares Complete Tranquility After Telegraph Controls
Government asserts normal conditions restored as telegraph controls are highlighted. The remark that abolishing Rhode Island is a potential shortcut adds a sardonic edge to the commentary on state power and governance.
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Spain
Grain markets slide on crop report despite hot weather
Chicago market notes a government crop report forecasting record yields for wheat corn and oats fueling further losses on the board. September wheat falls to 97 to 97 4c with December at 94 to 95 6c. Corn and oats also weaken though corn steadies late on hot weather fears. Provisions remain dull as grain weakness dominates closing prices across classes.
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Chicago
Chicag
Board of Trade
Shorts
Wheat and corn receipts and prices across markets
Wheat receipts totaled 500 cars with 177 contract grade. corn 262 cars with 176 contract grade. oats 523 cars. Total wheat receipts today at Chicago Minneapolis and Duluth 554 cars versus 571 last week and 570 a year ago. Toledo and New York grain markets report mixed futures and cash prices with declines in wheat and firmer corn. cross-market prices list for Chicago Cincinnati Indianapolis and New York with varying bid offers for wheat corn oats and related commodities.
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Chicago
Minneapolis
Duluth
Livestock Market Report East Buffalo Aug 10 Market Mixed
East Buffalo New York market receipts total 1760 cattle 950 shipped today to New York and official yesterday 4370. Market slow for mediums and heavies with prices 8.35 to 8.40 for yorkers 8.25 to 8.36. Light workers and bigs 6.28 to 7.25. stags 6.00. Sheep and lambs receipts 100 with steady market top lambs not listed. Butchers steers 4.00 to 6. Veals 50 head active common to choice 6.00.
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East Buffalo
N. Y
New York
New
Chicago Market Receipts and Steer Prices
Chicago Illinois Aug 10 receipts estimated at 6000 head with a weak market. Beef cattle priced at 4.40 to 7.55. Texas steers 4.00 to 3.60, western steers 4.00 to 4.00, stockers and feeders 3.00 to 5.15, hogs and bees 2.80 to 6.30, calves 5.50. Receipts today and prices indicate a steady to weaker trend for beef and related categories.
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Chicago
Livestock Market Reports and Prices
Sheep receipts today were about 18 000 head and market was steady. Natives and western types sold between 3.00 and 5.15 per unit, yearlings at 4.79 to 5.76, lambs natives 4.50 to 7.80 and western 4.50 to 7.75. Cattle and pig values appear mixed with light stock around 7.50 to 8.05 and heavy hogs 7.20 to 8.05, good to choice heavy 7.40 to 8.05.
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Lambs
Western
Cincinnati Market: Cattle Hogs and Sheep Report
Cincinnati August 10 cattle receipts 340 head steady fair to good shippers price 5.50 to 6.35 common 2.25 to 3.75 hog receipts 1518 head market slow 5 to 10 cents lower butchers shippers 8.00 8.07 percent common 5.00 to 7.80 sheep receipts 2275 head market steady to strong lambs 2.75 to 8.00 with lamb prices up 15 to 25 cents.
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Cincinnati
Live Stock Receipts and Prices for Indianapolis Market
Receipts today were hogs 4,500 head cattle 1,100 head sheep 800 head. Calves common to best $5.00 to $7.75. Hogs best heavies $8.10 to $8.20, mediums and mixed $8.00 to $8.15, good to choice rights $8.10 to $8.15, common to bonds $8.00 to $8.05, bulk of sales $8.10 to $8.15.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Pittsburg Market Cattle Hogs and Sheep Report
Pittsburg Pa August 10 cattle receipts eight market steady hog receipts today fifteen double deck market active heavy at 8.20 to 8.25 medium 8.20 to 8.25 workers 8.20 pigs 8.10 to 8.15 sheep receipts eight double deck market strong
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Pittsburg
Butter Market and Poultry Prices Across Cities
Chicago and New York markets show steady to firm butter cheese and poultry values on August 10. Butter prices range from 20 to 27 1 4 cents for creamery varieties while eggs and cheese shift modestly. poultry and veal hold steady with mixed weights and regional quotes.
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Chicago
Ill
Butter Market Steady in Cincinnati Creamery Prices
Cincinnati August 10 Butter market steady with creameries extras at 28 cents and firsts at 26 cents dairies 20 cents Eyes Market steady listing 15 to 20 cents per? none.
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Cincinnati
Fort Wayne Market Prices Reported Across Grains and Livestock
Fort Wayne markets show buyers and sellers quoting wide ranges for wheat corn oats barley and produce. Prices cover grains like winter wheat rye flour and cornmeal, and livestock including cattle hogs sheep and poultry with bids on old and new wheat and various commodities from multiple firms.
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