Streetcar Near Side Stops Criticized for Winter Woes
The editor argues the near side streetcar stops create unsafe, uncomfortable conditions for passengers, especially women, when snow and slush block access. The piece urges the traction company to revert to the far side system or improve rear platform alignment at crossings. It also notes debates over Cook and Peary narratives and Dr. Cook's responsibility to prove his claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
The
Traction Company
Brews Backed Police Alliance in Fort Wayne Public Cleanse
An editorial urges brewers to aid lawmen in enforcing Prohibition era rules, noting they lack police power and must be supported by authorities. It also comments on the Hosey administration’s fall, the election for mayor, and the Explorers club handling of Dr Frederick Cook’s Mt McKinley claim. It ends with a reflection on Christmas and its universal spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Nest
Hosey
Grice
Puzzle in the Cook Case Stirs Danish Verdict Reactions
The piece argues the Danish university verdict on Dr. Cook should not be treated as final. It notes Cook faces serious difficulties and that his friends feel deep embarrassment. It suggests only Cook can justify his claims or provide proof left at Etah to avoid being labeled an impostor.
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Peary
Brooklyn
Arctic Center
Cook
Boreal Center
Dr. Cook
Etah
Réflee
Admiral Schley
Cank
Cruel and needless wars in Central America spark outrage
The author denounces the Nicaragua conflict as needless, driven by loot and graft rather than principle or liberty. Dictators like Zelaya and Castro are cited as examples of corrupt rulers whose misrule spurs revolutions, while people endure violence and plunder under shaky governments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicaragua
Zelaya
Castro
Christmas and carols in the old world’s staying power
An antique verse reflects on Christmas traditions and carols, noting they come only every two years and lamenting that this old world would be rich if Christmas could remain. The fragment hints at longing for enduring holiday customs.
Will of Indianapolis millionaire leaves large park fund
The Rhodius will gives three quarters of a million dollars to the city for parks in Indianapolis while a lengthy court battle over a presumed wife and other heirs unfolds. Relatives and lawyers face scrutiny as the fortune’s disposition tests the courts and public interest.
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George Rhodius
Indianapolis
Rhodius
Louisville
Ballinger Distrust Persists Amid Congressional Inquiry
The Ballinger case leaves the interior secretary distrusted by the country and Western Republicans. A full exoneration seems unlikely to satisfy critics who want a more trusted cabinet member. A retirement could preserve some face, as Indiana’s Anti Saigon league may push statutory responses to poll conditions.
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Congressional
Ballinger
Secretary of the Interior
Ile
Congress
Roosevelt
Anti Saigon League
Indiana
Dry County Liquor Sales Shifting to Licensed Retailers
The text notes that if a course is lawful breweries could supply their retail customers in dry counties via licensed dealers. It points out that in large dry areas a wet spot exists and Allen county remains non dry in the northeast. Consumers in dry counties would transfer orders from breweries to licensed retail dealers who then order from the brewery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Pinchot pushes conservation amid Taft era tensions
Forester Gifford Pinchot champions Roosevelt era conservation against big interests and cabinet doubt. He argues conservation is moral and economic, presses for policy enactment, and signals a confrontation with Taft as western lawmakers demand a clear legislative program now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Pinchot
Forester Pinchot
Gifford Pinchot
Forester
Dr. Wiley
Wileys
Zelaya Crisis Near End in Nicaragua
News from Nicaragua reports a major battle at Rama where Estrada forces routed Zelayan troops and captured about two thousand prisoners including General Gonzales. The victory signals Zelaya’s likely defeat and suggests Estrada or chosen successor will assume the presidency soon, replacing Madriz who presided as Zelaya ally. Zelaya’s fleeing is anticipated to remove the last obstacle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicaragua
Zelaya
Estrada
Revolutionary Party
Madriz
Zelayan
United States
Speculation Over Dr Cook S Secret Arctic Records
The passage ponders what historians and scientists would do if Dr. Cook’s buried brass tube or Mt. McKinley records were found. It notes Cook’s continued secrecy and suggests he may be compiling records of his methods, with Walt Wellman predicting a forthcoming revelation.
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North Pole
Cook
Mt. McKinley
Dr. Cook
National Geographic Society
Explorers’ Club
Peary
General Greeley
Whole Kit
Bilin
Walt Wellman
Will
Misquoted Reflections on Fame and Charity in Print
A fragmentary quotation critiques a “misguided seeker” who fell to fraud and faces a call for Christian charity. The text mocks attempts at reputation and references a bruised head and imposture, with unclear attribution and damaged context.
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Mr. Wellman
Taft era politics and reform mark a closing chapter
The piece surveys Republican strategy in Indiana and upcoming senatorial battles, cites Admiral Schley on Dr. Cook and Peary, notes Taft plans four new messages, critiques Knox in Latin American diplomacy, and foresees Hosey administration limits and a difficult end to a troubled city reform period.
Central American revolutions threaten bloodshed and reform
Dispatch notes rising reform talk in Central American states and the likelihood of bloodshed as insurgents clash with government troops in Rama. Commentary on politics in Washington mentions Vice President Sherman and Speaker Cannon shaping a interior inquiry, while stock-market jitters in New York and various political rumors ripple through the era.
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Rama
Department of the Interior
Sherman
Senate
Speaker Cannon
House
Ballinger
Fitzsimmons Falls to Lang in Twelve Rounds
Sidney NSW December 27 report says Bob Fitzsimmons, once boxing king, was stopped in the twelfth round by Bill Lang before promoter Hugh McIntosh. The match paid 12 500 with a 60 40 purse split as Fitzsimmons neared his forty eighth birthday.
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Sidney
NX. S. W
Bob Fitzsimmons
Bill Lang
Hugh McIntosh
Fitz
Husky Lang
Bill Squires
Fitzsimmons
Tommy Burns
Flell
Jack Johnson
Ser
Jim Fal
Benson Mines
Pairs List of Local Workers and Spouses in Historical Directory
A long catalog of individuals with ages and occupations paired as husband and wife or partners. Entries include farmers, clerks, laborers, knitter, expressman, and other trades, with ages ranging from teens to forties and various surnames such as Gresley Bartell Federspiel Heiser Greenwell Rainey Games Claxton Beach Becroft Gerlock Crawford Vance Raney Perdue Todd Wilson Amstutz Neunechwander Voelker Harding Vickery Rubin Cornell Buhr Shouse Russey Felts Doell and others.
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Charles H. Gresley
Farmer
Ruth I. Bartell
Harrison L. Halter
Clerk
Mary O. Morris
Cook
Philip H. Federspiel
Florence A. Snyder
Frank T. Heiser
Pearl J. Barter
George Greenwell
Oppha S. Johnson
Ray H. Rainey
Helper
Mabel C. Shelvey
James C. Games
Carpenter
Samantha M. Grover
J. H. Claxton, Jr
Aucioneer
Edna P. Bennards
Luther B. Beach
Grant’ Buyer
Ermel B. Simmers
Walter H. Becroft
Lydia M. Cune
George F. Gerlock
Adelia B. Kelly
Myron W. Crawford
Gladys O. Ringwall
Wm. F. Vance
Tio B. Johnson
William C. Raney
Elsie Kimmel
Claire J. Perdue
Daisy Bonner
Charles Todd
Expressman
Mabel C. Butler
Harry Wilson
Teamster
Wilda May Keck
Peter W. Amstutz
Lydia Neunechwander
Joe E. Voelker
Lulu C. Rathert
Daniel L. Nerdbo Plater
Florence, Harding
John Vicker
Edward
J_. Felts
Christennie Sodtman
William Doell,jr
Anna Hanefeld
Jages Increase in Ranks of the GAR
Department Commander Orlando A Somers calls on Grand Army posts in Indiana to fill death vacancies with recruits and restorations. He warns that more than thirty five thousand pensioners exist while fewer than fourteen thousand are members and urges officers to mobilize the rank and file to rejoin. His message stresses duty, leadership, and active recruitment to honor fallen comrades.
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Samuel M. Hench
Lion S. Bass
Fort Wayne
Orville A. Somers
Indiana G. A. R
Comander Somers
Grand Army of the Republic
Grand Army
Fost
Orlando A. Somers
J. R. Fesler
Asst
Adj
Births Recorded for Baker Pairs and Poinsett Mittler Families
Three births announced in local notices. A son to Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Baker of Smith Street. a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Baker of Cottage Avenue. a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Poinsett of Washington Township. and a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. George Miller of Leith Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rudy Baker
Smith Street
Benjamin Baker
Cottage Avenue
Oliver Poinsett
Washington Township
George Mitler
Leith Street
Indiana Love Feast Abandoned in 1930 Political Shuffle
James P. Goodrich chairman of the Republican state committee said after a conference with leading Republicans that the Love feast, a feature of Indiana politics, will not be held this year. Attendees included former Senator Hemenway, James E. Watson, Fred A. Sims, Will Hays, Fremont Goodwine and John C. Billheimer.
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Indianapolis
Ind
James P. Goodrich
Republican State Committee
Indiana
Hemenway
James E. Watson
Fred A. A. Sims
Will Hays
Fremont Goodwine
John C.billheimer
The Weight of Snow At City Scales
City weighmaster Joan Ryan reported for duty to find the scales blocked by snow and the sales platform covered, following a heavy snowfall since Saturday. Workers cleared the site as residents noted the wintry burden in the area.
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Joan Ryan
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