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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1912
Page
5
Fort Wayne editor reflects on governors, colonels, and journalists. He weighs how Colonel Watterson and Colonel Harvey might reveal or obscure the Wilson era dynamics. The piece notes competing versions and the uncertainties of historical interpretation.
The entry of Senator Cummins as a presidential hopeful sharpens the Republican split prospects. It pleases regulars by threatening anti-Taft forces, potentially boosting Taft’s odds. Cummins may divert support from LaFollette, complicating the race in Iowa and beyond as Republicans debate leadership and strategy.
The Saturday Sentinel prints George E. Kessler's design for Three Rivers Park as Fort Wayne's river improvement center. The plan promises to erase swampy ugliness and debris, replacing it with a beautiful landscape that will benefit all residents and highlight the city's rivers as a major asset.
The piece extols a river park near the city center, envisioning a vast expanse of varied landscapes with walks drives shade and playgrounds. It questions why the city has not cleaned and improved the site, calling it an enduring mystery and urging action to reduce unsightliness and health concerns.
Residents show more than casual interest in the river improvement scheme, with local groups urging faster action and officials outlining potential benefits to trade, flood control, and waterfront development. The page notes community meetings and questions about funding sources.
The Supreme Court rules that no state law can block the shipment of intoxicants into its dry areas when interstate commerce is involved. The Kentucky suit argues current federal commerce laws negate state authority, urging changes to preserve state paramountcy over liquor regulation and prevent unrestricted interstate shipments.
Mr Nugent Jim of Jersey cites Governor Wilson unable to secure all of New Jersey's 28 votes in the Democratic convention. Five months before the event the claim is an early boost. Wilson, eyeing the presidency, may influence the New Jersey delegation. The governor has battled the state’s reactionary Democratic machine and is prepared to do so again.
Rushville native James Eli Watson returns to Indiana and denies plans to run for congress in his former district. The farewell note suggests he has a satisfying position elsewhere and will not seek the Sixth district seat, leaving the area to continue without its favorite son.
Anglophiles learn that the Duke of Connaught planned to visit this country and depart without giving the customary respect between rulers. Ambassador Reid reportedly signaled a diplomatic hint and Connaught may proceed to Washington and the White House.
The present convention of the mine workers stands as a record of union labor radicalism at its peak. Delegates arrived ready for conflict, trained to weight and battle ready, signaling a hardline stance at the gathering.
The Pittsburg piece lauds the U S Supreme Court approval of a workers liability law sought by Theodore Roosevelt. It argues the ruling ends barriers to employer responsibility, enabling employees or heirs to recover for injuries or deaths, and claims public demand influenced the court’s decision, signaling a major step for workers’ protection.
Forty four Nebraska women serve as county superintendents of schools earning from 1400 to 1800 dollars annually. Jessie Pryde of Gage and Mrs Williams of Saunders earn 1800, Mary Foster of Cass and Abbia Newberry of Knox 1600, others 1400 or 1300, with some receiving daily stipends for remote counties. Many have been re elected multiple times, proving public support for women in office.
Michael S. Wickliffe former deputy auditor, aged 57, died suddenly Thursday evening at 5:30 at his home 1001 Columbia avenue from acute indigestion. He had been employed as a bookkeeper at Weil Bros. & Com.
An Irish born man of 1854 who came to the U S as a youth died after a gas illness at his Fort Wayne residence Thursday evening. He lived in Zanesville for years, worked as a carpenter and contractor, taught in country schools, and later served in the county treasurer and deputy auditor offices. Surviving are his widow, a son Eldridge Wickliffe, two stepsons, a sister in Alexandria, and a brother in Etna. Funeral services are Monday at 2 PM from the residence, with burial at Lindenwood.
Frank J. Miller Sr lifelong Allen county resident and farmer on Binaton road ten miles south of Fort Wayne died suddenly at about seven o clock Saturday from heart disease. He was 65 and survived by his wife eleven children two sisters and is mourned as a devout parishioner of St Almysius Catholic church at Sheldon.
Edward OT Strock aged 37 of Walkhee street died Friday at 3 44 at St Josephs Hospital after a long illness from dropsical complications. Born in Goshen he moved to Fort Wayne 15 years ago to work as a machinist at the Pennsylvania shops. Survived by his mother Mrs Catherine Strack and four sisters Miss Josephine Strock Mrs S F L Doriot Mrs E R Platter and Mrs W C Winnie of Chicago. He was a member of St Patrick church and the Maccabees.
Thomas C. Beals died Sunday at his Toledo home where he lived with his wife and daughter Miss Duke Beals for three years. Mrs. Ivan R. Tolan of 109 St. Mary's avenue, a daughter, learned the news and left for Toledo. The remains will be brought to Fort Wayne for burial Tuesday afternoon via the Wabash railroad, accompanied by the widow and daughters, and will be taken to Mrs. Alan’s home before funeral services. Beals, Civil War veteran and Lion Bass Post member, worked at the local Pennsylvania shops after the war and three years ago was placed on the pension list. He previously lived at 1036 Columbia avenue.
Mrs. Jane Wisner 74 of Bluffton Ind died Monday at 10 30 a m at the home of her niece Mrs Harry Dechart 401 West Superior street Fort Wayne after an extended illness from stomach cancer. She belonged to the Bluffton Women's Relief corps and the First Baptist church. Survived by husband and one brother Edward Peppard of Kansas City Kan.
The body was shipped Wednesday morning at 11:15 atlock to Bluffton for funeral services and interment. The two sisters, Mrs Emma Withers of Mt Ayr In and Mrs Elizabeth Church of Danville TfL, had assisted in caring for their sister for some time.
Elizabeth Betas Metty aged six along with her pioneer French settler parents born Academic died Wednesday night at 6 45 PM in Hope hospital from pneumonia. She leaves daughter Louise Lemont of Fort Wayne and son Frederick Metty of Utica NY, husband Frederick Metty predeceased her. six grandchildren and two brothers Peter Bobay of Fort Wayne and Victor Bobay of St Joe Township survive. Funeral services Monday at 8 30 AM from 7120 East Jefferson Street to Cathedral at 9 00 AM.
A Fort Wayne man died Saturday at his Chicago home and was brought Sunday to Fort Wayne to the home of his brother in law F E Dyer at 610 Herman street. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon with interment in Lindenwood cemetery. The deceased, a foreman at Barker Asphalt company, died at Rhodes avenue hospital after treatment for appendicitis. Mrs Danke was formerly Miss Mabel Baer of Fort Wayne. Survived by three brothers and one sister residing in Sandusky Ohio.
Panto Chiuten a longtime Allen county resident died Friday night at his home in Huntertown due to old age. Born in Jefferson County New York September 2 1826 he was the father of eleven children and married Hulda E Rickell on December 4 1855. Surviving are sons Jo and Alten Dlunten of Auburn and daughter Mrs Alice Sogin of Huntertown. Funeral held Monday at the Universalist church in Huntertown.
Elizabeth Lizebeth PL Shirey widow of Peter Shirey died at 11:30 this morning at 2025 Pauline Street. Cause was congestion of the lungs. A Fort Wayne resident seven years after leaving St. Joseph township where she lived 25 years. Survived by son Samuel Shirey and daughter Mrs. C A Brumer plus stepchildren Wash Louis John Shirey and Drs Catherine Disler. Four grandchildren and one great-grandchild and sister Mrs Hulde Maxon among mourners.
John ff Reidt aged 34 died Saturday at 8 30 am at his Fort Wayne home on West Superior Street after six weeks illness. Born and raised in Fort Wayne he attended St Marys Catholic School and belonged to St Marys Church. He was a member of the Order of Buttatooes and Kreis Humming society and worked as a bank clerk. Survived by wife Florence Marie two brothers Christ and William and one sister Mrs W H Clements, all of Fort Wayne.
Edward R A Edson 22 of Onward California died Monday after an appendectomy at Lutheran hospital where he had been a patient since January 9. He was a stationmaster for the P O C St L railroad at Onward and a member of Oneida tribe No 417, Order of Red Men at Rigdon Indiana. Charles Shaw dies after long illness in Fort Wayne.
Mrs Josephine Schele Cartwright aged 26 wife of Neva Cartwright died Sunday at 6 am at her mother Mrs John 4 H Schele 212 West Butler from scarlet fever contracted while visiting her sister Miss Mayne Schele who was ill with the disease Funeral services were held private at the family home Monday morning at 9 o'clock Survived by husband two brothers George and Clem Schele and three sisters Mrs EB A Vogeding Mrs John Singleton and Miss Mayme Schele
Whilma Lockhart three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert W Lockhart of Ashley Indiana died Wednesday evening at 6 o clock at the Lutheran hospital following an operation for appendicitis The remains were shipped at 1130 Thursday morning to Ashley for funeral services and interment
Mrs Mary Matilda Walburn aged 44 died Sunday morning at 10 25 at the family home four miles west of the city on Illinois road after a three weeks illness from bowel trouble. Survived by husband and eight children Clarence E Walburn of Duluth Minn Roy E of Brimfield and others at home. One brother Edward Mant of Had ley and five sisters reside Fort Wayne Hammond and Illinois.
Esther A. Dustman three months old, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Dustman, died Thursday at 2025 South Hanna Street from heart disease. The remains were shipped to Roanoke Indiana for funeral services and interment.
Julius Arwitz five months old son of Mr and Mrs Samuel Harwitz died Sunday evening at 1302 Eliza street from pneumonia. Funeral services were held at 3 pm from the residence and interment followed at Lindenwood cemetery.
Jeremiah Mathis aged ninety died Tuesday morning at 8:20 at the county infirmary where he had resided for the past twenty three years.
Walter H. Danke, local official, recalls the life of William C. Danke, former community leader, in a concise tribute. The obituary notes Danke’s long service with the city council, his commitment to youth programs, and the impact of his advocacy on local institutions. A memorial service is planned.
William C. Wiebke manager of the Hof Brau cafe died at Hope hospital after a six month illness from heart and kidney trouble. Born in Fort Wayne in 187? he leaves a widow Elizabeth Carl Briant and parents Henry and Mrs Wiebke, with brothers Henry A and August and sisters Mrs Rundell and Mrs Hasen. He was a member of several local fraternal orders.
The article notes that, so far as is known, he has no read lives, implying no known repetitions or stayovers in the context discussed.
Della Arber infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Arber of 284 West Leith street died Wednesday morning from pneumonia after a two week illness. Funeral arrangements are to be announced by the family.
Jacob Trion, 44, died at 11 a.m. today at 2604 John Street from pneumonia. He was employed as a care maker at the Tass foundry. Jesse T. Scott of Detroit, former general agent of the Prudential Insurance Co in Fort Wayne, is in the city visiting friends.
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