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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1908
Page
1
Officials debate a proposal to finance a wide street project. The plan includes Calbonn street, Baker street, and a new eight foot clearing corridor. Public Works Board and City Council weigh costs, methods, and timelines amid opposition and potential remonstrances.
A man identified as Jafalous, described as a Negro, killed his mistress in what is reported as a domestic tragedy. The incident occurred on a boat near Port Win and Blyeli, with authorities citing a struggle and fatal firearm discharge. Investigators note the violence followed disputes and mention the involvement of several named individuals and locations in the surrounding area.
The article notes Hanna receiving endorsements from Tata Ont, Euwaty Chatman, A. Rose, John Morris, W. G. Doake, and L. D. Sharp. Officials discussed March timing and election implications while others weighed the qualification and impact on the comniter.
A garbled OCR passage outlines a county meeting in Taverner dated November 2h with mentions of a chair, a committee, and party strategy. It references Mey Beyerledige or Waynes and names like Reas, Morton, and Gax Hoeioat, with scattered notes on attendance and possible election implications.
Port Aubulonce Haiti amid tensions as American cruisers arrive to deter foreign forces. General Simon Near Ganlal reports rebels advancing from the west while government troops mobilize and prepare for armed confrontation as French and British ships move into position.
Fragmented OCR notes report a death list and dwindling bodlen remains at a mine in Marione and nearby sites. The text references a date around the fifteenth and a Tuesday, with unclear local specifics and names obscured by garbled OCR.
A New York woman reports seeing the ghost of her nephew before collapsing dead. Earlier, Alex Amith and Maye Kane were involved in a nearby incident on Sixteenth Street witnessed by Phylalelang, with the death attributed to heart failure.
Reports describe a catastrophic blast in Port au Prince with dozens killed and hundreds injured. Rescue workers search collapsed buildings as officials brace for more explosions and suspect a mine or gas blast caused the chaos. Leaders and families await word on victims and the death toll climbs.
A damaged notice describes a property sale in Wayne Indiana with names including Levene How Thames J. Moreitela and Valparrigo, referencing years 1233 and 1855. The fragmentary text mentions ownership, a real estate transfer, and an intent to sell a property in Naw Vor with ties to New York and Indiana.
A damaged report describes a collision near Sandy Tool involving the steamer Gourgis and the Finnave or Phanycy vessels. It notes salvage efforts by Panama government workers, vessel crews, and the Ponnerlenlations group, with authorities pursuing recovery of the vessel cargo and managing duties at the port.
garbled OCR text mentions a baker, a repairman, two individuals, and a man being taken somewhere after a fight or clash. It references Wrokon Wed Headey and Deny pace of min with unclear place and actions.
A deadly railroad accident leaves Sm ith dead after a collision blamed on train crew and switch work. Reports describe scattered debris, damaged engine parts, and a lengthy investigation as officials notify kin and move the body to the undertaker.
The accident occurred near Tolleston when a railroad engine struck welterman Ryghiwer M. J. Maronsy as he worked near the hall train 266 Wig. He was dragged along the track and badly cut. Henry Luge suffered severe injuries after being struck by water and steam jets during the incident. Both men were taken to St Joseph hospital for treatment with leg injuries and other hurts. The injured men are confined for several days as doctors assess recovery.
A dense compilation of property transfers notes multiple buyers and parcels across Wayne township and surrounding areas. Entries reference buyers such as Mary A. Rutherford, Caroline Mayhew, and Bernard Glincek among others, with varied lot descriptions and price figures including amounts like 7 and 120. Prices range widely and many parcels specify sections, townships, and northwest or southeast borders in detail.
Bank burglars broke into the Blate bank in Port Byron early today and escaped in a car with almost $6000. A faint alarm was triggered by a door explosion but failed to alert before the bank opened for business.
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