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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1910
Page
3
Reports from Nashville describe a wave of raids in Thieves County as bands of depredators strike isolated farms. Homes and barns have been burned, and farmers armed with rifles patrolroads at night seeking to protect their property and cattle from looting. Local authorities urge restraint and cooperation amid growing fear and reports of retaliation.
The Geographic Society eyes a new expedition to the Antarctic led by Capt. Robert Peary. Preparations are nearly complete with ready equipment and renewed stock for a late summer start. The project hinges on member support and funding, aiming to reach the south pole region beyond 100 miles from any known point.
A 1909 assembly honored Peary for planning and funding the Antarctic voyage. Taft and governors praised the explorer as a column of national spirit. The event recognized Peary's dream of reaching the south pole and forming the expedition group.
A society gathering three miles west of the city celebrated Mrs and Mrs George Engle's son Mr Engle turning sixty two with music dinner and gifts from friends. Caroline Koenig and Leo Smith were awarded on Feb 16 by Rev W P Herron. A wedding was held at 1210 Cass street with bride in white and a small reception afterward. An invitation was issued for the marriage of their daughter Ora Darling to Grover Ringwall on April 34 at 2 o clock at the Waend Street M E church.
Congressman Cyrus Cline has secured six complete sets of Farmers Institute publications from the Department of Agriculture. Each set is bound in fifteen half morocco volumes and bears the county institute name. Sent to presidents of county institutes, the books cover sustained institute work, agency investigation, and lengthy research by top authorities, meant for farmer access under institute regulations.
A smoothly dressed man, posing as an actor, checked in at Mr. O Deena Richs hotel and claimed to join the Pretty Hafries troupe, but left hours before the troupe arrived. Landlord Mr O Dowd, known for kindness, was duped by the stranger's quiet assurances. The theater management says no one from their company was hired for a city engagement.
Referee in Bankruptcy Sol 4 Wood ruled for petitioners Pixley and Pumphrey in the American Recording Lock Co case of Elkhart. The decision held that the assets and claims were in order, upholding the petitioners’ position in the matter as presented in court.
A hearing will determine the actual value of tools and dies to be surrendered to patentees upon payment of cash value. The process involves partitioning estate assets to satisfy creditors before final distribution and settlement.
Coroner Kesler reports the accidental suffocation death of Gotlob Lamile age bi years at his Washington Township home near Wesley Chapel. Found by his wife lifeless on the floor with face and nostrils blocked by bed coverings. Lamile had a history of epilepsy and likely fell from bed during a seizure.
Mrs Lavinia Bond aged 74 former Fort Wayne resident and prominent figure in local society died Tuesday night after a fall at her home. She was widow of Charles Bond and mother of seven, with six surviving, including Charles Bond vice president of Old National Bank. Services Thursday at 2439 Fairfield Ave residence, private.
The county corn show and farmers' institute convene Wednesday and Thursday at the courthouse assembly room. The event caps recent institutes, features displays in the assessor's office, and includes talks by JAINGs Cline and other experts. Heidelberg Harp Trio performs with Dr. Meads addressing the audience. sessions cover farm education, fertility, and preparation, with prizes announced for corn classes.
Washington reports Peary, famed Arctic explorer, received King Humbert gold medal from the Italian Geographical Society for reaching the North. He accepted the medal but delayed Rome lecture plans due to Navy Department orders. Congress may consider retirement with rear admiral rank. critics denounce such action.
Secretary Meyer stated that if Wis selects Peary to lead the expedition to claim Wilkesland for the United States, Taft may request Congress to fund the mission. Wilkesland, named for American naval officer Charles Wilkes, has long held little commercial or strategic value for the U.S. The current South Pole search interest elevates its significance.
The administrator of Anthony Bubb's estate sues Fort Wayne and Springfield Railway for 10000 dollars claiming the trolley killed Anthony Bubb at Nine Mile, two years ago. The plea in abatement will be heard today at Wells/ Blufftops with attorney Guyldertek for the estate and B F Heaton for the railway. The prior trial at Aubamy with a hung jury led to a settlement offer.
Earl M. Thornton of Elkhart filed for bankruptcy listing debts of 6541.77 and assets of 28. He formerly ran an undertaking business and now is idle. Assets include two notes about 28, personal clothing 10, and a watch five. Most liabilities stem from the undertaking business.
Mr and Mrs Charles Bush return from a trip east visiting Washington New York and Philadelphia. In Washington he argued before the Interstate Commerce Commission on rate differences between Bash Fertilizer Company and the Wabash and other railroads.
Mexican coins including dollars and half dollars have been showing up in local business channels over the past two days. Banks report many being turned in, a rare occurrence after years with little Mexican coin in circulation. C Brown of New Haven recently returned from a regional visit detailing travels through Loudonville, Wooster, Jeromeville, Rousberg and Hamilton Ohio to see relatives.
A large building trades strike looms in New York City as thousands of local workers face disruption. Union members voted on the action, signaling a major labor dispute and potential halt on city construction projects.
Two riders from Toledo to Chicago on a Lake Shore freight train were thrown from a coal car when a brakeman caused the fall near Laporte Indiana. One man died after a skull fracture and leg breaks. another was fatally injured. Coroner Osborn investigates. The deceased boy is about twenty. the dying youth seventeen.
A historic city debate details the quarterly valuation and fines on houses used as illicit dens. Police and officials resisted the reform while collectors kept proceeds, with affidavits listing involved women and men. The result shows rents rising as authorities sought to control the precincts.
A Portugese mother and her eight year old son with their blind grandmother and a lone father travel group were forced to leave a Pennsylvan ia train in this city. The child was diagnosed with pneumonia after or prior to measles and is under care at St Rochus hospital under Dr Dinnen. The family, nearly destitute, received shelter from the hospital staff. The father is expected to join within a day or two.
Coroner Kester visited the home of Henry Meyers in St. Jose township northeast of the city to report a two year old child dead from scarlet fever. A six year old sibling is critically ill from the same disease as the parents failed to recognize the danger and had attempted to care for the child at home.
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