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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1906

Page

10

Dr Pierce’s Favorite and Golden Medical Discovery Ad

Bold claim of Dr. Pierce’s Favorite and Golden Medical Discovery as remedies for weak, nervous, run-down women and digestive and blood conditions. States ingredients are openly listed and alcohol free, extracts from native plants, with free consultation from Dr. Pierce in Buffalo. Also touts Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets for constipation sold by all medicine dealers.

Dr. Pierce Pierce Buffalo N. Y

Kokomo Police Board Quit Rumor Hits Indiana News

Indianapolis dispatch reports two Kokomo police commissioners G. P. Wood and W. D. Ellis reportedly resigned at the governor's request. Wood’s letter has arrived at the governor’s office while Ellis is said to be in Florida. No confirmation from Governor Hanly was available.

Indianapolis Hanly Kokomo G. P. Wood W. D. Ellis Wood Hillis Ellis Florida

Inter-City Auto Race Planned From Terre Haute to Indianapolis

Terre Haute Automobile club challenges Indianapolis autoists to a seventy three mile race from Terre Haute to Indianapolis. Each city would field six cars with winners to be guests at a banquet in Indianapolis. Cars to start separately and be timed.

Indianapolis Terre Haute Terre Haute Automobile Club Autoiste

Hayden Dies in Marin Mines Slate Fall

Petersburg Indiana reports 21 year old Seth Hayden killed today at Marin mines when slate collapsed on him. The accident underscores dangerous working conditions in local mining operations.

Petersburg Ind Seth Hayden Marin

Child Fatally Burned in Accident at Princeton Stove

Princeton Indiana March 5 The three year old daughter of James Hickrod was fatally burned today when she fell against a stove.

Princeton Ind James Hickrod

Fatally Hurt on Crossing in Bloomington

Ed Bardert Batterton an aged pioneer of Bloomington was fatally injured when struck by a Monon engine while crossing a track. The accident occurred March 26 in Bloomington Indiana. He was known as a longtime resident and pioneer of the city.

Bloomington Ind Ed“erard Batterton

Secretary of War to appoint Rev Frank W Gee chaplain

Washington reports the secretary of war will appoint Rev Frank W Gee of Terre Haute as a chaplain in the regular army. Gee was Representative Holliday’s choice for the post.

Washington Secretary of War Frank W. Gee Terre Haute Representative Holliday

Andrews Receiver Pursues Vigo Bank Draft Ruling

In Indianapolis on March 5 Judge Anderson of the federal court awarded $3,229 to Charles S. Andrews as receiver for Vigo County National Bank in a suit against National State Bank of Terre Haute. The action sought collection of a $3,000 draft plus interest found among Vigo assets.

Indianapolis Jadge Anderson Charles S. Andrews Vigo County National Bank National State Bank Terre Haute Andrews

Supreme Court backs Illinois farm drainage law in rail line case

Washington March 5 The US Supreme Court sustains Illinois farm drainage law in Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railway v State of Illinois upholding state police power to require enlarging a bridge to drain 2000 acres of slough land on Rob Roy Creek Bristol Kendall County. The case began with a mandamus suit to compel enlarging the bridge to discharge wastewater under the farm law.

Washington Illinois Supreme Court of the United States Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railway Company State of Illinois Harlan Circuit Endall County Rob Roy Bristol Kendall County State Farm Ted

Longworth Returns From Wedding Trip With Huge Havana Cigar

In Washington on March 5 Representative Longworth presented Speaker Cannon with a cigar eight inches long from Havana. The House passed a Senate bill to create a delegate in Congress from Alaska. By unanimous consent the memorial address for the late Speaker Henderson was printed in the Congressional Record.

Washington Longworth Capitol Speaker Cannon Havana Cuba House Senate Congress Alaska Congressional George D. Perkins David B. Henderson Lacey Iowa

Senate Passes Texas Judicial District Split Bill

In Washington March 5 the senate reported favorably from the judiciary committee a bill creating a new western Texas district. The measure passed. Senator Knox presented state law extracts on railroad rate review and carrier rights, printed as a senate document. The statehood bill was then taken up and read at 3 o clock.

Washington Senate Culberson Committee On Judiciary Texas Knox Patterson Hale Alabama Arkansas Indiana Kansas Louisiana Minnesota Mississippi North Dakota Virginia Wisconsin

Soldiers withdraw as riot danger ends in Cincinnati

Ohio National Guard units from Columbus Springfield Xenia Urbana withdraw from duty. Fourteen men and boys arraigned in police court for rioting as city plans to ask council to double police force.

Cincinnati Times- Star Springfield Ohio National Guard Columbus Xenia Urbana

Riots Court Hears Four Teen Cases In Springfield

Springfield Ohio March 5 four teen rioting cases were called in police court today. Twenty jurymen appeared as summoned and a large crowd was excluded from the room. Soldiers were withdrawn at noon and saloons reopened. Estimated costs for bringing soldiers to Springfield reach ten thousand dollars with property losses about twelve thousand. City council may vote to nearly double the police force at tomorrow’s meeting.

Springfield Ohio

Preaches First Sermon by New Pastor at Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran

Rev. W. H. Schrock, successor to Rev. L. J. Metschman, delivered his first sermon at Christ's Evangelical Lutheran Church to a full house. Morning message titled The Help That Comes from the Hills, evening The Preciousness of Christ, both received with strong approval and warm welcome.

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Church W. H. Schrock L. J. Metschman Christ

Stowaways Fight to Free The Italia Detainees

Italian stowaways confined between Italia decks at Jersey City attempted a desperate breakout when the ship arrived in New York. They attacked the crew with stilettos as six men remained manacled, frightening callers and crew before police intervened.

New York Italia Jersey City Owe T Hough Ane

Demands Accountability From County Treasurer Funk

Andrew J. Moynihan appeared before the Allen County Board of Commissioners and formally demanded an itemized accounting of interest earned on public funds by Treasurer Jacob Funk. Moynihan said he seeks to determine whether interest was applied for public use or diverted to private pockets and plans to pursue the matter through the courts if needed.

Andrew J. Moynihan Board of County Commissioners Jacob Funk Moynihan Funk Allen County Fort Wayne Court of Last Appeal

Green Case Must Proceed To Trial In Conspiracy Sale

Justice Gould overruled defense motions and allowed the conspiracy case against George E. Green of Binghamton NY to go to the jury. The defense argued insufficient government evidence and challenged the indictment. Beavers payments and transcript issues were disputed as defense witnesses testified.

Washington Justice Gould George E. Green Binghampton N. Y Post Office Department Beavers Ray Northern District of New York Worthington A. A. Birney George W. Beavers

Perjurer Joe Jordan Sentenced in New York

Joseph Jordan, the Patrick witness who pleaded guilty to perjury, was today sentenced to one year and six months imprisonment. The case centers on his testimony in a prior proceeding.

New York Joseph’ Jordan Patrick Jorian

New Toledo Fort Wayne Indianapolis Rail Line

W B Strang of New York announces a new railroad from Toledo to Indianapolis with right of way secured Toledo to Indianapolis. The line capitalized at 3 million dollars will use steam power for freight and gaso electric cars for passengers with Senator Thompson of Indianapolis serving as president.

Toledo W. B. Strang New York Indianapolis Senator Thompson Fort Wayne

Ruling Reserved in Rogers Case Adjournment Planned

The Missouri oil hearing on whether H H Rogers must answer questions was postponed to March 26 awaiting Missouri court decision. If Missouri rules against Rogers he will answer without a state court order, per W V Rowe. The adjournment faced Missouri's Hadley staff objections as a delay tactic. The March 23 recovery date remains for resumed proceedings before Commissioner Sanborn, with Rogers' stance still stated.

New York H. H. Rogers Missouri Gildersleeve W. V. Rowe Rogers Mr. Wollman United States Supreme Court Standard Oil Sanborn Rowe Missouri Court Supreme Court

Tornado Toll Rises in Meridian Devastation Hits Belts

A Meridian Mississippi dispatch reports 26 dead and 46 injured after Friday night’s twister. Convicts from the state penitentiary join carpenters in clearing rubble as relief appeals expand and outside funds are sought to meet widespread deprivation.

Meridian mobilizes after tornado as relief work continues

Gangs of convicts from Rankin state farm and city prisons join thousands of citizens in clearing debris in Meridian Mississippi. A cordon of soldiers blocks crowds to protect operations around the Meyer Neville Hardware ruins where several bodies have been recovered. Relatives fear missing loved ones remain under debris. J. W. Prowell and Ben Peterson are among the missing. Relief funds arrive but officials say money is not needed as Meridian residents can provide for themselves. The relief committee reorganizes and redistricts stricken areas under sub committees.

Birmingham Ala Meridian Miss Rankin Meyer-Neville Hardware Company J. W. Prowell Ben Peterson Elmire’s

Nightingale Club Hosts at Francis Street Event

M Ofenloch entertained the Nightingale club at his Francis street home last evening. M Zahn of East Jefferson street will host the club next Sunday.

M. Ofenloch Nightingale Club Francis Street M. Zahn East Jefferson Street

Sherrick Case Comes To Trial In Grand Larceny Charge

Indianapolis march 5 former auditor of state david h sherrick stood trial before special judge james e mccullough on eleven counts of grand larceny and embezzlement of public funds the indictment outlines embezzlement of 120000 on june 30 1905 plus related securities drafts and deposits totaling more than 120000 with various firms the case noted a lengthy jury selection and the governor had cited a 147000 shortfall when sherrick resigned promising restitution followed by repayment to the state treasury.

Indianapolis Ind David H. Sherrick Criminal Court James E. McCullough Sherrick Indiana State of J. H. Murry & Co Columbia National Bank David E. Sherrick Hanly

Em maus church trustees plan school addition costing ten thousand

Trustees authorize extensive additions to the Em maus church property at Broadway and Creighton avenue. A new school building 65 by 90 feet will rise north of the church with a basement and two-story layout including school rooms and a large second-floor hall. Architect Meyers to prepare plans. construction to begin once funds are subscribed, estimated cost 10 000 to 15 000 dollars depending on the amount raised.

Emmaus Church Broadway Creighton Avenue Meyers

Earliest Lake Erie Navigation Opens From Detroit

Detroit March 6 navigation between Detroit and Cleveland began as the City of Detroit carried about one hundred passengers and a large freight load to the lake Erie port. With one exception this marks the earliest opening of navigation across Lake Erie in 26 years.

Detroit Cleveland Lake Erie

Nerve Power Promises Restoration with Dr Miles' Nervine

An advertisement extols nerve force as the body’s driver and claims Dr Miles' Nervine strengthens nerves to restore health. A testimonial from L. Y. Young of New Castle Pa describes relief from exhaustion indigestion and dizziness after using Nervine. The Miles firm advertises sale via druggists with a money back guarantee.

Miles Les Lize

Old National Bank Directors and Certificate Rates Ad

The Old National Bank lists Henry C. Paul as President and Chas. E. Bond as Vice President with Stephen Morris as Assistant Cashier. Directors include Clement P. App G. Max Hoffman and many others. It advertises Certificates of Deposit paying 3 percent per year for four months and 4 percent for six months.

Henry C. Paul Chas. E. Bond Ym. H. Rohan Stephen Morris Clement P. App G. Max Hoffman John H. Bass Gaylord M. Leslie Aug. E. ©. Becker John M. Landen- Wra A. Bohn Berger Stephen B. Bond Henry F. Moellering Wm. E. Mossman John W. Eggeman Wm. K. Noble B. Fitzpatrick Chas. G. Guild John C. Peters Willis Hattersley George W. Pixley A. Ely Hoffman Edward M. Wilson Old National Bank

Vast Rural Mail System Working Despite Development

Washington reports the rural free delivery service up to March 1, 1906 shows 52,227 petitions received with 18,772 acted on adversely and 35,031 routes in operation. Of pending 3,424 petitions, 294 were assigned for establishment while an unexpended balance of 905,106 remains from a 2,376,696 appropriation available July 1 last year.

Washington Degraw

Wabash College Wins Debates in Midwest League

Edgar Fleming of Fort Wayne earned oratorical honors as Wabash College defeated Parsons College in Fairfield Iowa in the Middle 1st Debating league contest. Fleming led the affirmative on the street systems ownership topic with Baird and Magnus assisting. Lake Forest and Lawrence join Appleton Wis on March 23 to determine who faces Wabash later.

Edgar Fleming Mra. J. Budman Fleming Baird Magnus Wabash College Fairfield Iowa Parsons College Middle 1St Wabash Associated Press Fleming Lake Forest Lawrence Appleton Wis

Senator Clark Wins Supreme Court Case in His Favor

Washington March 6 United States Senator Montana won the case in which the government sought to invalidate titles to 11 400 acres of public lands in Montana alleging fraudulent securing The opinion was delivered by Justice Holmes with the court affirming the lower ruling Justices Harlan and Brown dissented.

Washington United States Sera ‘Montan A Court of the Montana

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Frusionep Knox—Day Jungies Mab County Board A. J. Moynihan Public Funds Office Department B. Strang EB. W. Grove State Vardaman Wells Calhoun Street Dr. Wells Sherrick Case Emmaus Lutheran Church Narioghesan Ely Es LA Ely Brothers Warren Street Clark Paen
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