This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1900
Page
9
Caleb Powers found guilty by a jury that deliberated about forty five minutes. He faced a life sentence after the verdict. The panel included eight Goebel supporters, three anti-Goebel Democrats, and one Republican. Powers appeared overwhelmed as the verdict was read, with witnesses and supporters reacting.
The trial adjourned after lengthy argument by state and defense attorneys regarding Powers admission and alleged conspiracy. The jury began deliberations at 2 p.m. as prosecutors tied the case to court actions against ex governor Brown and calls for accountability in the state government. Also mentioned are updates on local residents George Hicks’s son’s fever and visits by Mrs. Chesles Houser and Mrs. Mike Houser.
The trial of Heary Soulyey began amid reports of a broken defense with witnesses such as Walter Dery and others failing to appear. The commonwealth secured recognition bonds forfeiture and scheduled further proceedings as testimonies were called.
Sunday school at Mayle Grove reports a 892 receipts balance and expresses gratitude for support. Members mourn Mrs. Krad Rivke and note several incidents at the grove, including a pupil’s illness and a poisoning scare. Upcoming events include a social at Hubler's Chapel and a school gathering next Sunday at 1 pm.
Gearretown Ky August 20 Crleh Panes presents a public statement addressing the jury and asking for a fair consideration of bias and the trial's conduct. He describes the court as among the greatest in history and notes there is no shield against a methodical pursuit of truth.
Rae City and nearby communities press for extensive upgrades at Sylvan Lake including a modern electric light plant and improved docking facilities. They plan to present the case to officials in Grand Rapids and Indiana, aiming for action next year while noting current facilities are inadequate for peak patronage.
Washington August 90 Drenichat and Mrs McKinley will leave Washington Friday for Chicago to attend the unveiling of a monument and attend ceremonies. They will arrive Saturday afternoon and remain through Wednesday as the president attends church services and parades. Next week they will visit Canton before returning to practice for a marriage in Rowemet.
The Kelly axe works at Alexandria Ind exploded in flames destroying the plant and causing an estimated loss of 700000 dollars. About 500 workers were thrown out of employment as the fire progressed rapidly despite water system efforts. The blaze started near the boiler and grinding seams, with Cyrus Brown the first to report it. The factory housed a stave shipment worth 150000 dollars and a new 2000 horsepower turbine valued at 50000 dollars, with substantial orders already in progress before the disaster.
Mamie Durksey, star witness for the prosecution in a case against Albert Edw... vendors, was arrested Saturday in Lis city Michigan on a $10,000 bond. Her mother, previously married to wealth Tiquoy Gener, is said to have spirited the girl away. Peverelts and Miss Bugkett face detention awaiting inquiry.
A York resident named Jordan was reported drowned after a misunderstanding tied to a Toledo incident. His mother and sister fled to New York after months with no word. A Toledo dispatch misdescribed his death, prompting his family to mourn, while Jordan returns home to surprise friends who believed him dead.
Logansport Ind August 20 Ds Shutt of Burnettsville has returned home after leaving his wife to prospect for western fever in Missouri and Oklahoma. He says he acted without informing his wife and intends to rebuild his burned Burnettsville residence. No reconciliation with his wife yet.
In early September Rev. Mr. Benet of Av-Murson will dedicate a new building in Deedsville, replacing a structure raised about five years ago. The previous project, begun near Tattand Island, featured lengthy delays and mixed outcomes. The forthcoming edifice, connected with Quinbor and Rew Ma Tinks, aims to modernize the site at an expected cost of 3,000.
An improvised riot unfolded at a village picnic with fights and quarrels. Local residents and witnesses describe confusion amid late evening turmoil, while police and volunteers worked to restore order and assess damages.
Aug 21 Anderson Indiana reports Mormon conferences with lists of named elders and appointments in multiple towns including Richmond Winchester Logansport and Terre Haute. The text notes completed terms of appointment and references several individuals by name in various congregations.
Associate president of Ant hoy college and school of anusie has resigned after following temple of President Marshal and tendered his retional statement. Officials will enter proceedings at Turvard with Professor dhan Shall overseeing, while Brofrsact Bish addresses alien concerns.
Rev Mr Stawarkian of the Willing Workers notes a surge in membership and an $800 contribution at Mentone. The group reports strong participation as they lift the community project on the Whicheveh.
In Rosefusien county, factions from the Republicans and Democrats contest a county commission election. La bert and John Brave Tormoys lead rival groups amid disputed land parcels adjacent to one another.
An unclear OCR fragment notes a delay man and mentions Midas Tint Aw, with garbled context indicating a stalled or miswritten item. Names and places are unreadable, making precise details unavailable.
The readable portion contains garbled fragments mentioning a meeting or procession in a Tennessee location. It references a divisional event and a fire association, with unclear names and dates due to OCR errors. The main action is illegible, leaving uncertainty about participants or outcomes.
Vague OCR fragments report a local notice from Logansport dated August 16, 1900. The text references Mr Myers and Mrs Myers, a threat or warning to vacate by Saturday evening, with a note about a house likely to burn. The irregular report mentions Turlington vent and a Burlington reference amid disjointed phrases.
A garbled report notes county deputies on scene Saturday evening amid unsettled land leasing in Stark Indiana and mentions various names and places. It references drilling results at Etaptee and mentions a若 typos and unclear connections among individuals and companies.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.