07 Mar 1911
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1911
Page
1
Wabash Indiana reports a citywide rush to enforce temperance as saloons face closure. Agents swooped in while residents debate dates and procedures. County officials consider enforcement days and state legislature actions as communities weigh a dry transition.
The piece lists veterans of Company 1, 99th Indiana, from a town, noting about one third survive after service. It mentions names such as Box W. Belek, Robert D. Patterson, Emanuel Woolf, Jeremiah Russell, Tabert Markhur, Thane Adelsnereds, and others, highlighting the emotional toll and ongoing public notices of those missing or dead.
Portland Indiana reports a new contagious illness named Ruhelia, prompting quarantine by city health officials. Nurse Lea Craig at Rucker Shirt factory exposed, five more cases among workers, while students and teachers show eye and mucous symptoms in several schools and institutions.
The Tipton death involves Mr Vervalin killed while engaged as a witchman in the yards of the Latter Helan and Western company. Details show a grave injury and a lengthy sentence, with a public inquiry naming relatives and local connections.
A disorderly and dangerous incident near Gracvinte led to the arrest of a man named Myers and later his son filing charges. The father reportedly struck his thirteen year old with a spade, prompting an investigation by local authorities. The case involves testimony from Myers’ eldest son who teaches in the county, with unclear details regarding additional injuries and the surrounding events.
A fragmented 19th century report describes a severe accident near West Hartford. It mentions a driver named Dent and a craftsman named Wood, with references to injuries and near fatal outcomes. The text preserves names and places but is garbled and difficult to fully interpret.
An elderly couple from Warren, Indiana, celebrated their sixty first wedding anniversary last Friday at their home. William Anderson, born August 2, 1828, and Elizabeth Ann Little, born September 27, 1825, have long been in frail health, yet both remain active in memory and family life. Their children include several descendants who gathered to honor the milestone in Warren, a small community in Wayne County.
Fragmented OCR passage mentions long separation and a reunion near Whitton with scattered names and places. It hints at a personal story of families or individuals reuniting after decades, but readability is poor and many names are garbled. The readable core implies a human-interest note about endurance and reunion.
Legally filed remonstrance from 835 Moore Law voters in Cowetin township and nearby Cleveland Township objects to taxing or selling liquor in the area. The document, drafted as a formal remonstrance, asserts opposition to any proximity for licensing or sales and questions the legality of recent electoral actions.
A fragmentary obituary note references a settler named Kondatyite and mentions burial or death details near Neenah. It lists multiple unclear personal names, places, and local terms, with hints of a May date and references to regional sites such as WHS and South Amfnds. The text is garbled and only partially readable.
A damaged OCR wedding notice fragment mentions names and a likely ceremony timeline but has numerous garbled words and unclear dates. The readable bits reference an event tied to a person or couple and possible August or Wednesday timing, with scattered place names and a mortgage or estate mention.
A chaotic fragment from a local report shows officials and residents arguing over saloon regulations. The mayor and city figures clash on enforcement, with references to hearings, court actions, and proposed penalties amid a tense political scene.
In a muddled account from March to May 1892, officials describe scarlet fever cases linked to a local school and a physician. The fragment references Bundy and Searle, with mentions of pupils, exams, and a plan to isolate affected students as the community confronts a growing outbreak.
A severe fire broke out on Juren Street destroying parts of a governor’s house property and damaging multiple structures. Fire units battled the flames for hours as residents and authorities assessed the scene, with several injured and one firefighter reported in serious condition.
Fragmented OCR describes a March fire at a residence in Muston with nearby events and investigations. It mentions responders, a central warder, and alleged goods and warrants connected to Rahmacher. The text contains garbled names and places, but indicates a house fire prompted by departmental action and subsequent witness accounts.
Local basketball action features Badnco and YWanthortomInd in a crowded arena. Bart leads in scoring while Miron Hilas hits key shots. Hart shows up strong for Wigpy, with injuries mounting as the team struggles to finish.
A vague local notice recalls a family gathering in Golden Wending Wabash Indy area for a memorial Sunday February 26. The event includes Rev. Cott Whieneen officiating with greetings from Mr Neff and the bereaved, mentioning $1000 bequest to the children and grandchildren and listing several relatives by name and locality.
A newly formed banking entity backed by Mr and Mrs Fan operates in Winlington. The firm, led by Zelda Toater and others, plans to begin after a short interval rotation. The bank emphasizes stability and modern services for local customers.
A fatal crash occurred near Telphas when a van driven by a man and wife slammed into a moving vehicle and then burned. The husband, Vincin, and wife, Mayld, died at the scene. Their two children, Phe and Wa, were injured. witnesses say the accident happened after a large vehicle failed to yield. Police, led by Captain Shel and Baxiness H. Grt, investigated the scene as the van’s speed impeded the other vehicle and fire spread quickly.
The Port and Philadelphia vote detail Atterbury’s rise to president, with Wasim and Waliena as allies. Preston Morven and Samo Ren named senior officers, J. Nevers as vice president, and Bernard Myers, Cam eron, O Donnelli, and Rodriguez listed among executives. Transport and railroad roles noted under Tromp, Shaeter, and Reewart, with legal and transport oversight by Hume and others.
A partially legible historical report discusses government spending in Fort Wayne, noting payroll totals and annual sums paid to postal clerks, railway workers, and other state employees. It references over 90 thousand dollars in essential salaries and hints at broader, higher expenditure within the internal revenue department.
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