Lincoln National Life Insurance in Fort Wayne Prospers
The Lincoln National Life Insurance company marks its second year with strong growth, boosting Fort Wayne's economy. Local investment and management keep funds at home, supporting regional enterprises and avoiding eastern finance excess. Policyholders gain from conservative, locally managed gains and increased assets, surplus, and policies.
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Lincoln National Life Insurance Company
Lincoln National Life
Fort Wayne
Lincoln
Lincoln Life
The State Chairmanship Contention in Indiana
Indiana Democrats convene in Indianapolis to organize the campaign and elect a chairman. The factions clash, but a neutral choice is urged. Edward G. Hoffman of Fort Wayne is praised as ideal for leadership, unity, and effective party effort.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Democratic Party
Edward G. Hoffman
Fort Wayne
Hoffman
Mr. Hoffman
Saloon Law Enforcement Sharply Tests Mayor’s Order
The article reports Mayor Hosey instructing police to enforce saloon laws with a strict approach. A saloonkeeper pleading guilty to keeping open after 11 pm faced heavy penalties, illustrating the mayor’s firm stance and the misinterpretation of the new orders.
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Hosey
Ny the
Law Enforcement Progress or Merit in Permanent Orders
A brief assessment notes that the subject has made an admirable start in enforcing the law. The lasting value of these efforts will hinge on the durability and consistency of the recent orders implemented.
Immigration in 1907 at New York Port Sets Record
Preliminary 1907 figures show 1,171,034 aliens processed by Ellis Island, up 126,000 from 1906, nearly matching total arrivals at all U.S. ports in 1906. Including rest of country, 1907 immigration estimated at 1,405,240, up 155,241 from 1906, with 1906 and 1905 also record years. Commissioner General Sargent notes 1907 admissions rose 184,614 over 1906 for the fiscal year, and 258,850 over 1905, an 117 percent rise over 1906 and over 25 percent over 1905. 1907 saw 13,164 rejections versus 12,482 in 1906. Continuous country-by-country increases listed for Austria-Hungary, Italy, Russian Empire, England, Ireland, Scotland, Greece, Japan, and others.
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New York
Ellis Island
General Sargent
Austria-Hungary
Bulgaria
Servia
Montenegro
France
German Empire
Greece
Italy
Sicily
Sardinia
Russian Empire
Finland
Turkey
England
Ireland
Scotland
China
Japan
British North America
West Indies
The Old Year and the New Promising Outlook Ahead
A 1907 editorial expresses cautious optimism as the year closes, noting financial tensions and industrial slowdowns but highlighting improved money conditions, recovering production, strong agriculture, and record foreign trade. It urges buoyant hope, renewed vigor, and belief that the country will regain prosperity in the coming year.
Why Congress Will Get Busy Next Week
The piece argues Republicans see a low business mood as a threat to re election hopes and will push for finance reform when Congress reconvenes next Monday. It notes Vice President and party leaders aim to steady fortunes, submerge personal ambitions, and deliver a record before the June convention.
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Congress
Washington
Ise
Senate
Republican Party
Unclear electorate fear guides republican push for victory
The piece argues the current scare is political, not due to real hard times. Republicans fear delayed gains from recent disturbances will hamper the next fall harvest. It quotes a House leader saying Uncle Joe will work for Taft, Hughes, or Fairbanks to ensure a Republican presidential win.
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Seaboard Air Line
House
Joe
Taft
Hughes
Fairbanks
Writhing Under the Law Aims of Pure Food Reform
Washington reports an anti-Wiley campaign to loosen the national pure food and drug law. Dr Wiley heads the food bureau under fire as interests claim label wording misleads consumers. Critics push to abolish guaranteed labels despite potential product hardship.
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Washington Dispatches
Dr. Wiley
Food Bureau
Washington
Congress
Board of Food and Drug Inspection
Mayor Hosey’s push for strict Sunday liquor law enforcement
The mayor ordered a hard crackdown on saloons with a Sunday patrol, urging police to enforce the liquor laws. He justified the move by alleging lax enforcement under prior administrations, noting that voluntary restraint by saloonkeepers would follow only if the law and its spirit were plainly upheld.
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Hosey
Mayor’s vow to enforce laws amid reform debate
The mayor states that future actions will reflect his oath of office and Indiana statutes. He argues that one dry Sunday proves reform is possible and shows reform rests in his hands, asserting his duty to enforce laws accordingly.
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Indiana
Endorsement for Thomas R. Marshall by Twelfth district
A hearty spontaneous showing in Indiana's Twelfth district praises Thomas R. Marshall for governor. The piece argues the convention symbolized broad consent to his character and fitness, not a formal candidacy, lauding his intellect, justice, and trustworthy nature as ideal for democracy.
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Thomas R. Marshall
Marshall
Indiana
Arbitration urged to end Muncie street car strike
Striking operators and the street car company seek arbitration to settle differences. Governor warns that state troops may be used to restore order in Muncie and Delaware county if peace cannot be maintained. The public bears the brunt of disruption, and advocates urge compulsory arbitration to reveal merits and reach a settlement.
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Muncie
Street Car Corporation
Delaware County
Board of Arbitration
Hoff man elected democratic chairman of Twelfth district
Edward G. Hoffman of this city elected democratic chairman for the Twelfth congressional district promising zealous service, capable leadership, and strong organization. His prior Allen county chairmanship is cited as a model of high order results and intelligent district representation on the state committee. He withdraws from Congress candidacy to focus on superior party service and meets future demands with equal readiness.
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Edward G. Hoffman
Hoffman
Allen County
Congress
1907 Era of Moral Regeneration Across Nation
The year 1907 stands out as a period of nationwide moral renewal touching government, business, and daily life. Graft is being uncovered and punished, railway administration and high finance face scrutiny, and powerful liquor interests are challenged, especially in the South, signaling the saloon’s impending decline as a political force.
Tem perance momentum foresees end of rum era in 1908
The passage argues the temperance movement signals the decline of liquor influence beyond rural areas, reaching large cities. It credits a year of notable temperance successes and predicts even greater achievements in 1908 as the anti-saloon effort advances nationwide.
Taft Seeks Southern Delegates For Republican Unity
Secretary Taft positions as a peacemaker to win southern delegates frozen out by Cortelyou and Hitchcock in the third term push. Cortelyou resists, aiming to enter the convention with real leverage. Taft pursues a conciliatory plan to inventory the southern bloc as a Taft asset.
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Taft
Cortelyou
Hitchcock
Mr. Cortelyou
Mayors Enforce Sunday Liquor Laws In Indiana
The Indianapolis Star notes Sunday air-tight enforcement in Indianapolis creating a clean slate at police HQ with no drunkenness arrests. Mayor Bookwalter pledged to end liquor seller hide and seek, asserting mayors control police in first and second class cities. Fort Wayne and Indianapolis enforced saloon laws by mayoral orders, proving a point.
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Indianapolis Star
Bookwalter
Indiana
Fort Wayne
Indianapolis
Fort Wayne Ends Year Unscathed By Economic Flurry
The article notes Fort Wayne had a prosperous year with minimal adversities. It reports no financial reversals, banks and institutions remained solid, and industry faced only curtailment rather than destruction. Overall the city avoided major impact from the broader economic downturn.
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Fort Wayne
Russian government silences opposition with treason verdict
Duma members who signed the Viborge manifesto are found guilty of treason and sentenced to three months in prison plus loss of all political rights. The move buckles the liberal party, while the U S House speaker curiously mirrors the tactic by sidelining minority voices and bills.
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Duma
Liberal Party
United States
House of Representatives
Fort Wayne Industry Resumes Full Swing After New Year
Fort Wayne observes a bustling start to the year as major employers restart operations and expand shifts. Several large firms resume full forces and longer weekly hours, signaling a return to normal labor conditions after the prior financial unrest.
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Fort Wayne
Navy chiefs prepare congress inquiry on surgeon Stokes court order
Both sides in the navy controversy over President order placing Surgeon Stokes in command of the hospital ship Relief prepare for a congressional investigation. Precedents are being reviewed in the bureaus of navigation and medicine and surgery and material gathered to defend the actions taken. If Congress seeks information, it will not be kept waiting.
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Stokes
Relief
Congress
Bureau of Navigation
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
Peace talk urged before war breaks out in Muncie
The report notes troops are in Muncie and calls for an amicable settlement between strikers and the street car company. It stresses that talks should occur before open conflict to achieve common sense peace.
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Muncie
Street Car Corporation
Prohibition Goes Into Effect Quietly in Georgia
Prohibition took effect in Georgia without disturbance as described. The act faces court tests, while liquor business remains halted and efforts to restart are paused.
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Georgia
Divorce Decree Heightens Stakes Beyond Expected Threat
A court cut by the decree intensifies the risk and consequences of the threatened action, elevating it beyond a mere trifle. The language suggests serious legal and personal consequences tied to the divorce proceeding.
President's decisive stance stirs strong reactions abroad
In a forceful address, the president declares a strict approach against obdurate foes, stressing readiness and resolve. The speech signals a shift toward heightened readiness, aiming to restore order and project strength amid ongoing disputes.
Ohio Republicans Target Foraker With Sardonic Aid
Republicans in Ohio attack Senator Foraker with biting cartoons and provoke a snub, while Secretary Taft appears to be moving forward effectively if not unanimously.
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Ohio
Senator Foraker
Taft
Powers Proud of Jury Disagreement After Convictions
The narrator notes that after three convictions and one death sentence, Caleb Powers expresses satisfaction that the jury did not convict more harshly, merely disagreeing with the outcome. The tone reflects a legal controversy and a controversial stance on the jury's verdict.
Mayor Hosey Proves Fit to Seal Lid Gaps
Mayor Hosey presents evidence that he can fit a lid to an admirable surface. He must later justify why a lid is missing where one should be, and show cause when no lid exists in such spots.
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Hosey
Difference Between Swearing Off and Plain Quit
A concise reflection contrasts two methods of stopping a habit. It notes that the old distinction between swearing off and simply quitting remains evident. The assertion underlines personal resolve and practical approach in behavior change.
Waiting for the Wagon Prompts Hopes for Long Ride
A short note suggests patience for a forthcoming wagon presentation and expresses optimism about enjoying a lengthy journey once it arrives. The tone is hopeful and anticipatory, centered on a planned conveyance and the prospect of an extended ride.
Officers Arrest Man After Warrant Incident at Williams Street
John Greim was taken into custody on a warrant at his Williams Street home and posted bond. The city court continued the case for a week after Greim allegedly resisted officers as they sought to learn how he obtained beer. Another man, William Holman, faced a public intoxication charge and admitted his funds totaled 10 cents before correcting the amount to one dollar. An unsigned letter carrying 125 dollars replaced stolen trousers, with two youths arrested for the theft and possibly not prosecuted.
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Shaughnessy
Buuck
John Greim
Williams Street
Greim
William Holman
William
Gandy
Skelton
Holman
B. H. Barnett
Caledonians Elect Fort Wayne Officers
The Fort Wayne Caledonian society held its annual meeting on a Monday evening and elected officers: President John W White. First Vice President George Gillie. Second Vice President William Lawson. Secretary Richard Miller. Treasurer B P Brown. Marshal J C Christian. Standard Bearer George McKenzie. Trustees James Gillie, William Lawson, and David McKay.
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The
Fort Wayne Caledonian Society
John W. White
George Gillie
William Lawson
Richard Miller
B. P. Brown
J. C. Christian
George McKenzie
James Gillie
David McKay
Handsome chair presented by Fort Wayne I O O F No 14
Fort Wayne lodge No 14 I O O F honored retiring official Hon D L Harding by presenting a handsome leather rocker at a banquet after installing officers. John Bauer served as toastmaster and speakers included Henry Cohen D L Harding BE B Smith H G Granger Emanuel Zurbaugh John Rodabaugh D M Falls Will A Johnson W G Stahl and Dr Schulz.
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Fort Wayne Lodge
D. L. Harding
John Bauer
Messrs
Henry Cohen
BE. B. Smith
H. G. Granger
Emanuel Zurbaugh
John Rodabaugh
D. M. Falls
Will A. Johnson
W. G. Stahl
Dr. Schulz
Named committees named for pet stock show at Mariotte building
Committees to direct affairs of the dog and poultry exhibition for the Peoples' Pet Stock and Poultry association have been named. Dog benching by Messrs Connett Didier and Johnson. Poultry committee includes Messrs Dean Franke and a third member. Event takes place January 21 to 24 at East Main street Mariotte building.
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The
Peoples’ Pet Stock and Poultry Association
Mariotte Building
East Main Street
Messrs
Connett
Didier and Johnson
Dean, Franke
Industrial relief arrives as Pennsylvania shops end stringency
A morning bulletin announces a forty hour work week across Pennsylvania shops in the city with eight hour days and Saturday off. Improvements extend to rolling mills Bass works and Wabash shops, with some locations resuming full or near full operations after a period of reduced hours during the financial stringency.
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Pennsylvania
Bass
Wabash
Bowser Works
Fort Wayne Electric Works
Prinsess Manufacturing Company
I ‘An
Shopman Hurt In Wabash Boiler Shop Accident
Wednesday O B Engelman a helper in the Wabash boiler shop was pulling a sheet when it moved and toppled onto him. He suffered painful arm bruises and torn ligaments will be unable to work for several days. H Templer also had a toe mashed yesterday and will be disabled for several days.
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O. B. Engelman
Wabash
Mr. Engleman
H. Templer
Ed Hurlbut Appointed Agent at Fort Wayne Traction Office
The Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction company has named E S Hurlbut as agent at the ticket office replacing J F Wilson who retired. Hurlbut previously served as assistant agent and is noted for his familiarity with the duties. Edward Seaton becomes assistant to Hurlbut.
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Mr. Hurlbut
Edward Seaton
Hurlbut
Taylor Loss A Leg In Kalamazoo Railway Accident
Engineer Charles W. Taylor lost his left leg after a collision at Kalamazoo yards near a curve in a cut. He also suffered a facial gash but is expected to recover. Fireman Chester G. Grout sustained minor bruises. Grout is son of Conductor W. H. Grout. One engine was badly damaged while the other remained relatively intact.
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Kalamazoo
Sentinel
Charles W. Taylor
Taylor
Chester G. Grout
Grout
W. H. Grout
Fort Wayne
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A. K. Hackett
LAW
Sagan
Caleb Powers
City Court
Scottish Society
Odd Fellows’ Lodge
ED Hurlbut
Edward S. Hurlbut
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