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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1901

Page

7

Misiewanka Widow Mrs Dodge Receives Demanding Letter

Mishawaka Indiana February reports revive interest in the alleged extortion plot targeting Mrs W L Dodge widow of the city's respected figure. The third letter follows two prior threats while plotters allegedly threaten to blow up a cemetery and weaponize the widow's uncles to force payment. Public response includes heightened suspicion and indignation as authorities pursue the case.

Mishawaka Ind Blacknwil W. IL. Dodge Drageoats Pereons Eliy Psiille Vietias Mrs. Dodge Ava Coe Pavlins Dodge Wiley Vic

Names and votes swirl around Terre Hane as Gray inquiry grows

The community of Petite Waniu questions the timing of Gray's posting and cabinet links while Congressman-elect Holiday faces pressure from Kudling Sayloc and ED Berkn. Gray, deputy county auditor, denies wrongdoing as allies push for a post in Goreenstastle Titswine, with Mile in Terre Beaute and Cony factions showing continued opposition to the appointment.

Petite Waniu Mtolliday Gray Depty County Burt Wegialitzaner Joe Etianwer Lunghi Radu Kudling Sayloc Soules Goreenstastle Titswine Holliday J. S. Marcus Halliday Emiavavi Hire Republican Terre Beaute Ley Nunsius Cony T. V Millet Whiany Barer Pardue

Eyed on His Conscience at Frankfort Meeting

Missive from an unknown writer claims Clinton County man AB Clark was converted at a revival, later confessing sins and boasting of mercy. He admits stealing from Mrs. Clark and tampering with household funds, accusing himself of theft and deceit amid remorseful religious rhetoric.

Frankfort Ind AB. Clark Eesievlir Clinton County Nira Clack Severn Oucavions

Quarantine Lifted in Buntington as Disease Clears

The small port quarantine is lifted after seven ships are cleared and crews show improving health. Officials report all vessels and passengers free of disease signs. Local authorities confirm normal port operations resume.

Abating Wine-Room Revit Stirring Talayette Police

Police in Talayette Ind enter a disputed wine-room area amid a stirring clash over a local event. The confrontation centers on a party space managed by a local pod. No injuries reported, investigations underway.

Talayette Ind

Wrecked Garrett Saloon Sparked By Crusade Against Wine Rooms

Autuin December 5 Mrs Ba lion's saloon crusade reached Avun area as a demolition of the Garrett saloon front occurred. A bottle was used as a weapon. Mrs Bellar allegedly urged the owner to stop selling to her, while her husband, foreman at local shops, was involved in the events. Police surveillance continues amid efforts to curb alleged illegal drink selling by rooms and escorts.

OPI Polic Mig

Died While Dancing in Anderson Maryland

A woman identified as Mrs. Fred Ariel McCoy collapsed and died while dancing at a gathering in Anderson Maryland around midnight. Eyes and chest pains preceded a fall as the music paused for a second number. Doctors arrived but she had already died. The page notes a surrounding crowd and local organizers involved.

Steigel Homestead Near City Echoes Frontier Life

Steigel, nearly ninety three, homesteaded near the city sixty years ago and cleared the land on which he died, leaving a frontier legacy tied to the early settlement era.

Steigel

Death by own action in Logansport Tennessee

Floyd Viney son of a prominent Logansport family committed suicide yesterday afternoon after a spree in the east end. He entered saloons, overturned furniture with a revolver, was disarmed by an officer, then swallowed two boxes of something, succumbing after a brief struggle.

Logansport Floyd Viney East End Viney Meath

Senate Delivers Tax Policy Shift Amid Fort Wayne Debates

Special to the Sentinel reports the Senate passed a bill opposing higher salaries for the governor, while approving a charter measure for Fort Wayne. The body adopted a minority report backing a valued policy, with provisions to adjust fee values for certain bonds. The House advanced a primary election plan and debated supervision of senior school officials. A Republican majority pushed a bipartisan path as hearings and investigations emerged, with Attorney General Taylor and My Davis weighing in on witness expenses. The scene included a tense caucus and expectant civic coverage across Fort Wayne and surrounding towns.

Sentinel Senate Rouse Seinor MFM Hheelfeck Lind Bugeriovendent Heer Taylor Qu Daninvi Linn MK Davis TH. Bevis Ponyivaain Senntor Windle Lagansyord Avtar Taylor Amun Ynate Dire Railvanda Raneglidate Mom Fareire Srolla Netooney Crawfordsville Columbus Cooper Mn McCarty Rogers Burkehardt

A More Marriage Fraud Case Shocks Indiana Town

Ellen North, deserted by a man she believed she would marry on Christmas Day, arrives in Coganaport to recount her tale to police. She named Livia Cowan as a conspirator in the alleged fake marriage plot, saying she was duped during a ceremony tied to Rochester and Groven Palltyt. The case centers on the disputed marriage of Beanie, with officers examining the claims and connections to Protestant Beanie.

Coganaport Ind Modhester Ellen North Rochester Livia Cowan Ling Wa- Dash Pertani Groven Pallyt Ing Fou

Weeks arrest shocks Indiana medical board case

Winchester Inky Feb - Weeks head of the Wa Uounl Institute of Electrical Ther a suspect in a wide graft scandal. Prosecutors accuse Weeks of conspiring with Motty Dutwer to induce doctors to endorse unproven procedures and divert funds. The case centers on improper medical practice without license and alleged misappropriation of institute resources.

Winchester Inky Wa Uounl Institute of Eleetried Therapinties Toobin Motty Dutwer Dapkel County Ohin G. B. Wi Jams Greenville Utah

Osbourne Victory Amid Turbulent Election Clash

Fragmented report shows Osbourne winning amid a contested race in a city election. Candidates include Tayby and Darby allied opponents, with references to state administration and county clashes. Details are garbled but indicate plan for a formal tally and potential legal challenges.

Tayby Aishowe Thie Wien

Untitled fragment from Clinton County report

A fragmented report from Clinton County notes a person found in a house after an apparent fire. Details are garbled but indicate a residence with burning clothing and an occupant awakening amid distress. No clear names or outcomes are legible.

Burglary Report Describes Loot and Suspect Actions

A garbled account notes a burglary scene with items seized including money pieces of jewelry and gold watch. Police recovered a cape and other objects while investigators canvassed the vicinity for witnesses and potential suspects.

Vindication for Miller in Indiana case dismissal

The state’s case against Aaron Millen, former commissioner of Noslekskea County, was dismissed by the Wabash circuit court. Millen was accused of pressuring county officials to pay for a steel tank and a price dispute over FEBS. The jury disagreed, the state offered no further action, and Millar is seen as vindicated.

Wabash Tnd Aaron Millen Coweh Millen Miter

Death of an Old Settle

Tipton Indiana February 7 nine year old resident Ganege Staimel of Aullington died yesterday after illness.

Tuntinfon Ind Ganege Staimel Aullington

Missing husband returns as witness in desertion case

Mrs Danis claims her husband vanished for months and reappeared to testify against her parents in a damage suit. She seeks five dollars in damages and alleges his actions stem from a troubled marriage begun with a September wedding. The case features testimony about desertion and the couple’s estrangement, with notes of alleged old remedies and patent pills cited in support of relief.

Melvin Hands Eall Yasterday Ig Steserdl Hildebrand Danis Landis

Coughs and Illness Track the Long Winter Slope

A reader describes a cycle of illness from cold to persistent cough and pneumonia, highlighting the fear of a lengthy sickness matching an old pattern. The tale underscores fevered lungs and fragile life as the cough lingers and worsens.

Ayer's Cherry Pectoral Claims Quick Cough Relief

An 19th century product touted for easing coughs and throat congestion. The advertisement asserts relief from inflammation and coughing as the medicine calms the chest and throat for a peaceful rest.

Charles Emery Dead After Attack in City Home

Charley Emery longtime resident, remembered by Bert Wayne and Washington officials, died suddenly from injuries after an assault at his Washington home on Saturday afternoon. He served in the Civil War and later held a government post in Washington before moving away fifteen years ago.

Lelegin Olives Gapr Charley Emery Aternoon Washington Thenak Euery Bert Wayne Ity Weshington Hin Ultys

New Furniture House Opens in East Berry Street Vicinity

A synagogue representative has leased a room adjoining the Tri State Building on East Berry street and will open a new furnishing and paper house. The stove will be in operation by March 1 and a new venture aims to start soon in Towra and related locations.

Iseae Synuate C.F. Peitiers Tri-State East Berry Street Maret J. Bir Tsyael Ium Iwatsion Towra

Rural Route Change Affects Local Mail Delivery

A rural route adjustment alters post delivery paths for surrounding areas. The modification expands or redirects current routes and may impact residents accustomed to prior service patterns. Officials indicate changes are designed to streamline mail flow within the territory formerly served by a defunct route.

Cyde

Injury at lunch harmed by uneven pavement

A disrupted morning at Uaighbde Monty leading to Mrs. Fol: OHA of B Por allege a slip on a cracked pavement. Police and witnesses report unclear details while investigators examine the site for hazards.

Dia Noni

Aveber Printing moves site to new factory location

A local printing firm named Aveber Printing plans to relocate from its Minton Avenue plant to a new building on the riverfront. The move aims to improve space for operations and serve nearby clientele, with a note indicating completion this year.

Aveber Printing Company Hse Wayunie Minton Aiveel

Unclear Text Summary From Damaged OCR Segment

Fragmentary OCR describes a fire incident at a residence on Wunrag Street involving a person named KoA of Aitlined Waller. It mentions a match play leading to a blaze that damaged the upper part of a house and caused about 200 in damage, with some coverage by insurance.

Waller Wunrag Root Inntranen

Mysterious Letter Prompts Bowser to Recall Past Deal

A garbled reminiscence recalls Mullon Hannee and Ry Bennetts store, discussing a continuance and a Wind over sald in the Gly. Bowser the salesman leads a faint recollection of a 20 year old event with vague references to fans, a fest ump, and a reactionary gathering as plans unfolded.

Mullon Agai Ry Bennett Bonnalt Bowsey

Local Pharmacy Advertising Energy Boosters and Prices

Fragmentary ad lists conD Binter L hogan cacvummea packages of Kvanse's Coll Cure Capeulas with a price of 25e. Sold by Droier és Bec, vorner Calhous and Colunbinastreets.

Binter L Kvanse T's Engy Droier És Bec Vorner Calhous Colunbinastreets

Woman’s Health Advice From Peters Producer Ad Featured

An article presents a testimonial style piece about ovarian health and a home remedy promotion. It mentions a woman saved from surgery after using Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound, stating improvements in overall tone and well being and naming locations and individuals in a dated column voice.

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