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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1907
Page
16
Redfern Corsets Demonstration Draws Fashion Interest
A local notice invites women to view the latest corset fashions from Redfern Corsets. A demonstration showcases the merits of their newest corset line and invites attendees to learn about the evolving silhouette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohlsen
Smiths fight to set aside will opens in superior court
The suit by Sabin and Charles H. Smith to invalidate their father Andrew J. Smiths will opens in superior court. Smith died by his own hand at John Ryans home. Evidence will include long estrangement with his wife and a reconciliation with Mary F. Ryan who inherited all property. Jurors drawn for February term. other local items include insanity finding in a divorce case and new seating for county infirmary wards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sabin
Charles H. Smith
Andrew J. Smith
John Ryan
Smith
Mary F. Ryan
Ryan
Bitter fight over Andrew J. Smith estate in superior court
In Adams county a legal battle over a $2,500 estate bequeathed to Mrs. John Ryan unfolds. Charles H. Smith, who received the farm in a prior deed, contests the will claiming the elder Smith lacked mental capacity when making it. Attorney W H Reed argues mental competence, while family enmity is cited as extreme, with claims of abuse and deep-seated bitterness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew J. Smith
John Ryan
Charles H. Smith
W. H. Reed
Adams County
Charles 4H. Smith
Smith
Reed
Ostman Divorce Proceedings Start In Superior Court
Maitie Ostman objects to being dragged by the hair as her divorce case opens in the superior court. She claims William Ostman used force to move her from part of their home at 1028 Degroff Street, after they had promised to love and obey on October 14, 1903.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maitie Ostman
William Ostman
William G. Wurtle
Buffalo Steam Eggs for Breakfast Dishes
Description of a steam cooking setup using an outside pan with a cup rack and cover. Eggs are steamed in individual cups with handles, producing uniform, appealing shapes that lift cleanly from toast or plates without breaking. Suitable for oysters, clams, and similar foods.
Improved broiler with single-piece design and side heat openings
The brochure describes a one-piece broiler suitable for gas, gasoline, or ordinary stoves. It highlights juice channels, side openings to preserve juices, and a long wooden handle as key features.
Skull display eyed in Kennedy Laughlin trial
Prosecutor plans to exhibit Sam Augsburger skull in next week’s circuit court case to pinpoint wounds from the saloon fight. Judge or jury may use the skull to fix guilt. Laughlin’s lawyers photographed the murdered man’s head soon after death. Relatives granted written permission before the grave opening in Columbia City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Kennedy
Charles Laughlin
Laughlin
Smith
Andrew Smith
John Ryan
Laura Kissinger
Samuel A. Koessinger
Harry G. Hogan
Divorce suit against Fort Wayne ballplayer Bo Slear
Anna Slear, filing in district court, accuses Walter Slear known as Bo of neglect and arrogance after a marriage from Nov 17 1903 to June last year. She cites minimal support and asserts he preferred fan praise and female companionship over her. Judge R B Dreibilbiss presided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter S. Slear
Slear
R. B. Dreibilbiss
Carter Marriage Tangle Ends In Courtroom Reunion
Mary L Carter retracts request for divorce from James M Carter after filing a complaint. In a Webster County Superior Court session, an aged, smiling couple entered the rear of the bench and drew curious glances as Judge Heaton ignored their gesture and the pair’s hopeful display.
Valentine Bargains at Fort Wayne's Greatest Store
Valintine Largest assortment in the city with prices from 1e to $6.50 each. Corset Covers 25e Muslin Skirts 50c Fleeced Hose 1le Gent's Wool Socks 10e Gent's Wool Work Shirts 45c Canvas Gloves 8e Suit Cases $1.00 Alarm Clocks 85e Chair Seats 6c Clothes Bars 59c Chambers 12c Galvanized Buckets 16c Clothes Pins 1e per doz. Laundry Soap 2 cakes 5e Enamel Wash Basins 12c Enamel Pans 10c Mixing Bowls 10c Ladies Vests 12e $1.00 Blankets 75c Pair Ladies Hose Supporters 10c Pearl Buttons 3c per doz. $2.00 Muslin Skirts $1.05 Pins 1e Safety Pins 3c per doz. Envelopes 2 pkgs for 5c Table Glasses 20c per doz Toilet Sets $1.98 Teaspoons 3e set Table Oilcloth 15c yard Hammers 10e 14-qt Dish Pans 10c Carpet Tacks 8e per doz boxes Infant's Wool Hose 8e Matches 10c per doz boxes Large Slop Jars 69c 56piece Dinner Set $2.98 Gent's Caps 12c $1.00 Watches 79e Ladies Belts 8e Double Mitts 10c And one thousand more bargains at Fort Wayne's greatest and only bargain store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Divorce suit involving Carter and Kane case at stake
James M Kane of 614 Calhoun Street is named in a divorce matter connected to Mrs Carter. The case shows Mrs Carter driving the action to dismiss and Kane, a Cuba carpenter and shoemaker, recently faced divorce proceedings, custody, and a commission finding him of sound mind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carters
Carter
Cuba
Wife Wields Ax in Bashford Divorce Case
Frances Bashford, wife of William Henry Bashford, threatened to sever his neck after a night out and has applied for divorce. They married Oct 3 1906 after prior divorces. she previously Voight. He sought a restraining order to keep their child with him. Attorneys Emrick & Emrick represent him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Henry
Voight
Venire All Summoned for Kennedy Murder Trial
Preparations are complete for the Kennedy murder case in circuit court as a special venire of fifty men is summoned to select a jury. Only three men remain dead among those drawn. Kennedy faces trial for the Sept six killing of Sam Augsburger in a Wal lace Street saloon, with Charles Laughlin arrested the following night. Prosecutor Dan B. Ninde leads the case with deputy Harry W Ninde. defense by Judge Walpole G. Colerick and George W. Louttit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennedy
John. Kennedy
Sam Augsburger
Wallace and
Lafayette
Charles Laughlin
Walpole G. Colerick
George W. Louttit
Dan B. Ninde
Harry W Ninde
Half of the Money Court Dispute Delegated
A municipal council today allowed a request related to Dunn Carge. The decision involves cutting down the amount or scope of a payment or fund allocation. Details remain limited in readable fragments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunn
County Officials Allow Grants in Various County Needs
The court reduced the Dunn murder case requisition from 800 to 400 dollars for attorney fees and other trial costs while approving 200 dollars for expert testimony and boarding out-of-state witnesses. Additional allowances include 600 for benches, 150 for chairs, 600 for a new ice house, 1500 for lot books, 1000 for the coroner, 3850 for assessments, 2250 for old bills, and 400 for county jail repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Dunn
Judge Heaton Schedules Smith Will Hearing Over to Monday
At noon today Judge Heaton announced the Smith will case would continue this afternoon until 3 o'clock. One juror was absent when court convened and Jasper Tilbury later explained he expected a 3 o'clock start. The matter was continued to Monday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heaton
Smith Will
Jasper Tilbury
Will of John Forbing Names Life Estate for Wife and Heirs
Under the will of the late John Forbing his wife gains the homestead for life and other property in fee simple, household goods, and 1500 dollars. The remainder goes to daughter Ella Ashebrooke after specific legacies to Catherine Franke Mollie Forbing Ella Franke and St Patrick's church are paid. A remonstrance against saloons in Cedar Creek township lists 163 voter names with three saloons currently operating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Forbing
Ella Ashebrooke
Catherine Franke
Mollie Forbing
Ella Franke
St. Patrick’s Church
Cedar Creek Township
Lindemuth
Divorce suit follows drunken assault in Bourbon home
Amanda Roos accuses Elmer W Roos of habitual drunkenness and repeated abuse since their 1897 marriage, including a December beating over a $5 loan, seeking custody of two children and $2000 alimony as the superior court action begins. Attorney is George G Feldman. In separate notes, Frank Disler’s liquor license bid at Hurshtown was withdrawn amid township remonstrance leaving two saloons in Cedar Creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer W. Roos
Amanda Roos
Bourbon
Marshall County
George G. Feldman
Hornbeck
Meteor Coffee Percolators Offer Superior Brew
Meteor Percolators claim to produce coffee by a distilling percolation method that avoids boiling, ensuring consistent quality. The range includes sizes from small pots to large urns.
Hoop Pole John Stirs Fear Along North City Roads
A man known as Hoop Pole John frightened residents north of the city Saturday with odd behavior and a short ax in hand. He visited several farmhouses and asked strange questions, leading authorities to believe he may be unbalanced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoop Pole John
Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction Company
Eliza J. Wurtle
Fruit House Sale at Gent's Furnishings Department
Regular old-fashioned sale offering mens up-to-date furnishings and a wide range of items. Bargain counters feature 9c to 50c values on clothing and undergarments, tea and coffee specials, canned goods, dry goods, sugars, dried fruits, and wines. Second and third floors highlight hats, shirts, ready-to-wear, carpets, and home wares. White Fruit House operates with Bell 75 and Home line with phone 442.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gent
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Jesse Wappus
Eel River Township
Frank Hubler
Marion
B. ©. Parker
Perry
Henry Muldoon
Floyd A. Irving
Milan
Jacob Woods
Pleasant
J. H. Ottenweller
Alvin Daugherty
Madison
John
James M. Carter
Edwards
Rich
Buffalo
Meyer
Valentine
Jas. M. Kane
Calhoun ST
Venire
White Fruit House Department Store Bulletin
Young Hyson
Ceylon
Japan
Imperial
Java
Santos
California
Alaska
Santa Clara
Duke
Eclipse Scraps
Red Band
J. T
Town Talk
Globe
Sweet Burley
Hiawatha
Horseshoe Plug
Gent's Furnishing
China Land
Glassware
White
Fruit House
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