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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1906

Page

14

Ongoing Boston Trial Tells of Bergen and Owen Case

Ferdinand HB. Bergen was found guilty on one count of conspiracy and three counts of larceny in a three week trial in Boston Superior Court. Former Congressman William D. Owen of Indiana faces similar charges and remains at large. Jury split on many larceny counts. sentence deferred for Bergen.

Boston Ferdinand HB. Bergen Berges William D. Owen Indiana Ubero Mexico Owen White Borges Ahero City Fruit

Owen in Europe reportedly abroad after long absence

Indianapolis June 9 William OD Owen former congressman and secretary of state has been absent from the United States for over a year and is believed in Europe. Sightings reported by Indiana travelers place him in Switzerland. Authorities have not disclosed actions toward arrest. He was indicted in Massachusetts.

Indianapolis William OD. Owen United States Europe Indiana Switzerland Massachusetts

Engineer Overcome at Randall Garage Narrowly Escapes Gas

Jacob Gehring, an engineer at Randall automobile garage, was overcome by gas fumes in the basement Friday morning. A. L. Randall found him unconscious and brought him to the open air, where he was resuscitated and taken home. The cause is blamed on a gasoline engine and poor ventilation.

Jacob Gehring Randall Automobile Garage A. L. Randall Mr. Gehring

Colling Offered Assistant Manager Post at Algonquin Hotel

Will D. Colling head clerk at the Wayne hotel has been offered the position of assistant manager of the Algonquin hotel in Dayton Ohio and may accept. If he takes the job he will leave Fort Wayne around July 1. Colling is popular and experienced, with prospects of success in the new role.

Will D. Colling Wayne Hotel Algonquin Hotel Dayton, O Fort Wayne Collins

Sunday School Picnic at Spring Grove Farm

The First Baptist church holds its annual Sunday school picnic at Spring Grove farm on June 28. Children attend with teachers and officers, bringing basket lunches for a noon meal. The event is hosted by Mr Bendur and the owner, with the site praised for accessibility and beauty.

First Baptist Church Spring Grove Farm Bendurand Ebhildren

Northern Indianall and Roanoke prepare for July celebration

The Roanoke area plans a Fourth of July event while Auburn organizes a lecture course for the coming season. M A Frysinger, aged 23, has been named postmaster at Decatur. Mrs Catherine Kaler, 76, pioneer resident of Columbia City, died Friday. Taylor University awarded Rev L A Beeks a Doctor of Divinity degree. The Toledo and Chicago interurban will extend from Auburn to Waterloo and operate within sixty days. A 12 year old boy near South Whitley was kicked by a horse and lost six teeth. The passage also mentions Queen Alexandria and a mistress arranging servants for her appearances.

Roanoke Auburn M. A. Frysinger Decatur Catherine Kaler Columbia City Taylor University L. A. Beeks Elkhart M. E Bluffton Toledo Chicago Waterloo Frank ‘Wagner South Whitley

Lightning strikes cause widespread damage in Fort Wayne storm

A severe electrical storm hits Fort Wayne Friday evening causing extensive damage to telephone telegraph and electric light wires and disrupting street and interurban rail service. Rural carrier E. H. Felger survives a lightning strike that kills his horse and injures him, while a funeral party car is halted by a struck tree and a resident’s table is shattered without serious injuries.

Fort Wayne City Street Railway Wnen Toledo Chicago Garrett Perkins Wabash Valley Company E. H. Felger Adams Township Felger George Judt Charles J. Thiele Pleasant Township

President Presses Unselfish Ideals for Girls Graduates

President Roosevelt urged graduates of the National Cathedral School for Girls to pursue homely duty with unselfish service and self respect. He warned against fantastical ideals, stressing balance between wealth and happiness and the duty of earning a livelihood for dependents.

Washington Roosevelt National Cathedral School For Girls Mount St. Albans Ethel Admiral Dewey Trestees Bishop Satterlee Atest White House American League Park Washington High School William Bland

Vilas Endorses Bryan for Presidency at Convention

William F. Vilas former U S senator and cabinet member endorses William J. Bryan for the presidential nomination at the national convention. Vilas was a leading backer of the Palmer Buckner ticket in 1896 and is quoted in Milwaukee on June 9.

Palmer and Buckner Jones Bryan Milwaukee Wis Thewaukee Journal Today United States William F. Vilas Cleveland William J. Bryan Vilas

Former Democratic Chairman Backs Bryan Nomination

Former Arkansas senator James K. Jones, longtime Democratic figure and ally of William J. Bryan, urged the president to nominate Bryan. Jones said Bryan is the party’s logical candidate and would likely win if nominated, though Bryan might not seek the third bid.

Washington James K. Jones Arkansas Democratic National Committee William J. Bryan Bryan Democracy

Bryans Arrive Karlsbad Then Leave for Dresden

William J. Bryan his wife and children arrived at Karlsbad on June 93 and departed for Dresden today. His plans remain uncertain though he likely will travel to St. Petersburg via Berlin.

Karlsbad William J. Bryan Dresden Bryan St. Petersburg Berlin

Chicago Doctor Demonstrates Body Cremation For Point

Dr. John Golden testified in the Kabal murder trial that he burned a man’s body on January 23 at the McCarthy farm to show a bonfire could cremate a body. The demonstration lasted four and a half hours and left only ashes in a cigar box. Witnesses included District Attorney Krugmeier and Dr. Nolan among others.

Appleton, Wis Kabal John Golden Chicago John Murphy McCarthy Golden Krugmeier Colon Nolan Ryan and Helmneman

Phelps Extends Sentinel Trip Contest for Newsboys

Charles A. Phelps, Arcade news dealer, expands the Ten day trip to 3000 miles for top selling Sentinel sellers. Start in this city go to Toledo then Detroit Mackinac Chicago Milwaukee and home via Nickel Plate. Each Sentinel sold counts twenty votes. contest ends next Saturday night.

Charles A. Phelps Arcade Toledo Detroit Lake Huron Mackinac Chicago Milwaukee Sentinel Phelps The

Surgeons Named for Fort Wayne and Wabash Line

The Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction company lists company surgeons in cities along the line. Fort Wayne includes Dr. J. M. Dinnen and Dr. L. P. Drayer. Wabash lists Dr. H. O. Thompson. Peru designates Dr. L. M. Malibu. Logansport assigns Dr. J. P. Heherington.

Fort Wayne Wabash Valley Traction Company J. M. Dinnen L.P. Drayer Wabash H. 0.Thompson Peru L. M Malibu Logansport J. P. He Herington

Washington June 9 The bill prohibiting corporations from making money contributions to politics

The report from Washington notes a proposed bill that would bar corporations from making monetary political contributions. It outlines aims to limit corporate influence in elections and policy debates, signaling a move toward stricter campaign finance rules.

Washington

New Pastor Henry T Sell Called to Plymouth Church

Rev Henry T Sell D D has been chosen as pastor of Plymouth Congregational Church in Fort Wayne. He comes from Chicago where he led Covenant Church and edited the Advance. He has written eight Bible study books with a combined circulation over 70000 copies and earned broad critical endorsement.

Henry T. Sell D. D Plymouth Congregational Church J. Webster Fort Wayne

Forest Park paving plan accelerates water service prelay

The city’s board of public works invites Forest Park owners to install water mains before paving begins. About 100 new services planned along Huffman Street. Forest Park company deposits 3000 dollars to fund laying mains, with city supervision and water rentals to repay. Barber Asphalt expects Wallace Street paving within a week. Huffman concreting starts next Tuesday and paving ready by July 1.

Huffman Street Board of Public Works Henry M. Williams K. J. Bauer Ortlieb Forest Park Company Forest Park District

New Democratic Central Committee Organized at Fort Wayne

The June 1 nominating primary produced a unanimous choice for chairman Edward A Hoffman Fort Wayne for vice chairman Frank S Lamont Jefferson Township secretary Louis S C Schroeder Fort Wayne and treasurer Frank J Belot Fort Wayne The meeting at Fort Wayne City Hall praised retiring officers Capt E B Smith and D C Stout and set plans for an expanded executive committee Forty six members comprise the county central committee with twenty four new faces.

New Democratic Central Committee City Hall Edward A. Hoffman Fort Wayre Frank S. Lamont Jefferson Township Louis C. Schroeder Fort Wayne Frank J. Belot E. B. Smith D. C. Stout Art Smith Second Ward EB. G. Hoffman Hoffman J. J. Bauer Louis S. C. Schroeder Fourth Ward Anselm Fuelber Seventh Fuelber Schroeder C. O. Lepper T. F. Bresnahan BE. J. Lennon F. C. Boltz Bresnahan Lennon Belot Lepper Boltz Albert E.thomas Smith Stout 8. M. Hench Thomas Will C. Ryan Ryan Capt. Smith County Central Committee

Flying squadron to man Indiana recruiting office

Corporal Helm, head of the 826 Calhoun Street office, will spend alternating weeks on the road visiting towns in his district to drum up recruits. Corporal Bard will cover when Helm is away, ensuring two officers remain connected to the northern Indiana and nearby Ohio counties recruiting HQ.

Helm Calhoun Street Bard General Service Indiana Ohio

Local Managers Endorse New Guidelines for Electrical Works

Board officials urge adoption of expanded procedures at Electrical Werke with a new guideline set. The directive aims to standardize safety, training, and project oversight across workshops and facilities managed by the guild.

Woanager

Confirmation at St Pauls Parish by Bishop Alerding

The class of young people receiving first communion at St Pauls Catholic church on Sunday June 3 was confirmed at 10 am by Bishop Alerding. Assisting were Father Kroll Father Parquet Father Yonn Father Lafontaine and Father Thoma. Names include August Huhn Clarence Freiburger George Nichter William Heid William Stahl Howard Blust Joseph Brunner George Bogert Leo Fox George Harber Henry Lemaster Fred Link Johannah Hahn Irene Grime Mary Brilmeier Celeste Gruber Gertrude Koonitz Anna Hensler Stella Mers Adele Heit Laura Rekers Hetella Gramer Elizabeth Wolfrum.

St. Paul's Catholic Church Alerding Father Kroll St. Paul’s Church Father Parquet St. Paul's Father Yonn Cathedral Father Lafontaine Schoola Fort Wayne Father Thoma St. Joseph's Hospital August Huhn Clarence Freiburger Lawrence Freiburger George Nichter William Heid William Stahl Howard Blust Joseph Brunner George Bogert Leo Fox George Harber Henry Lemaster Fred Link Johannah ‘Hahn Irene Grime Mary. Brilmeier Celeste Gruber Gertrude Koonitz Anna Hensler

Handsome Donation Promises School Building Upgrade

A donor pledges support for the school in a generous gift aimed at constructing a new building. The contribution underlines community backing and highlights plans for improved facilities.

Editor of Akron and Chili died found in bed

Ephraim member of the Illinois theme editor of pers Akron and Chilii ea was found dead in his bed at home today.

Hphraim Lggisla Thmea Pers . Akron and Chiliiea 1E Nhs

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