Platforms Clash as Bryan and Taft Face Campaign
The Weekly Sentinel compares the Ohio Republican and Nebraska Democratic platforms to show where Bryan and Taft align and diverge on eight hour workday taxes independence for the Philippines currency tariff and trust regulation. It notes their stances on the Panama Canal and legal reforms while highlighting differences in injunction limits and railroad regulation.
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Bryan
Taft
Ohio
Nebraska
Mr. Bryan
Mr. Roosevelt
Columbus
Lincoln
Canal Zone
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Aldrich
Fowler
Panama Canal
Wiley Denies Alleged Quotes on Alcohol Use
The article recounts Dr. H W Wiley's denial of a Washington dispatch that attributed to him support for drinking and molly coddle remarks. Wiley asserts he argued alcohol is largely bad, proposed prohibiting saloons, and favored home consumption with meals, not public intoxication. It also notes political uses of information from the bureau of corporations and a Democratic push to release investigations via a presidential directive.
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Washington
H. W. Wiley
Bureau of Chemistry
Agricultural Department
Dr. Wiley
Chicago
Dispatch
University Club
Molly Coddle
Wiley
Indiana
Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce
House
Hardwick
Bureau of Corporations
Roosevelt
Ohers
Fort Wayne Schools Urged to Inspect for Fire Safety
A Fort Wayne editorial calls for immediate inspection of school buildings to ensure safe egress in fires. It cites the Collinwood tragedy to urge questions about narrow corridors inward swinging doors barred exits and effective fire drills, demanding prompt remedies where needed.
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Collinwood
Cleveland
Chicago
United States
Fort Wayne
Ohio
Board of School Trustees
National House Deliberates on Trusts Resolution
Representative Hardwick of Georgia has introduced a resolution in the national house seeking a thorough review. The measure promises a flood of facts concerning trusts to shape forthcoming action.
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National House
Hardwick
Georgia
Ohio Taft Sweep Confirms National Nomination Push
The Ohio Republican convention pledged full, enthusiastic support to Secretary Taft for the presidential candidacy. Taft dominates the state to the point of destroying the Foraker machine and signaling a new regime. Ohio joins Missouri Kansas Mississippi Florida in backing Taft as the party moves toward the national convention.
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Taft
Foraker
Ohio
Missouri
Kansas
Mississippi
Florida
After Collinwood Fire a Nation Reacts with Grief and Caution
The piece recalls the Collinwood Ohio school fire that killed nearly two hundred children and two adults, urging Fort Wayne to heed fire safety. It notes assurances of safer conditions locally, cites follow up fires in Grand Rapids and a Wisconsin town with no fatalities, and stresses precautionary measures to protect pupils.
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Fort Wayne
Collinwood
Grand. Rapids
Wisconsin
Grand Rapids
Fire drill system urged for all public schools
It takes little ingenuity to design a fire drill system meeting every emergency and keep it in practice. Fort Wayne schools are all two stories or less, simplifying egress, yet no risk should be left unprovided for and preparations must remain thorough.
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Fort Wayne
Tuberculosis Death Rate Drops in 1906 Report
The seventh annual mortality report from the Bureau of Census shows a decline in tuberculosis deaths in the registration area from 168.2 to 159.4 per 100 000 between 1895 and 1906. The area covers multiple states and DC with 40 996 317 people, 658 105 deaths, and an overall rate of 16.1 per 1000.
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Bureau of Census
District of Columbia
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Indiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Vermont
United States
England and
Wales
Scotland
Ireland
Germany
France
Proctor’s calm Senate speech moved action for Cuba
The late Senator Proctor of Vermont was famed for controlling New England marble and immense wealth. His measured account of Cuban abuses proved merciless in truth and candor, moving Congress and the administration to act in behalf of the Cubans.
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Senator Proctor
Vermont
New England
Senate
United States
Cuba
Congress
Administration
Immigration laws aim to curb European anarchists
Secretary Straus orders strict enforcement of anti anarchist laws to keep foreign agitators out. The piece notes recent anarchist influx from Europe and calls deportation of known anarchists and tighter entry bars a solution to the turmoil. Senator Owen of Oklahoma champions women's suffrage in a Congress day, praising Oklahoma’s leadership. County democracy gains strong, popular leadership with W A Johnson elected chair.
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Straus
Department of Labor and Commerce
Europe
County Committee Picks Vow Clean, Vigorous Campaigns
The text praises the county committee as united and capable, pledging a clean, vigorous, and satisfactory campaign. It notes the leadership will direct party work in the county during the upcoming political battle, stressing character and fitness of the chosen men.
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Allen County
Goldman mocks anarchist murder plot pendants
Emma Goldman laughs at the claim that Chicago police chief shooting was an anarchist plot. She ridicules a half-brained youth who attempted the crime and dances across the country urging true anarchy while denying violence. The piece condemns her free speech defense and character.
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Emma Goldman
Chicago
Goldman
Republican state convention contenders field strong lines
Report from across the state shows Watson and C W Miller facing a rising challenger in William L Taylor of Indianapolis. Taylor is trusted statewide and could draw delegates away from the Watson Miller camps if their clash persists, potentially reshaping convention strength.
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Messrs. Watson
C. W. Miller
William L. Taylor
Indianapolis
Wolcottville
Watson-Miller
Taylor
Mr. Taylor
Bryan Declared Presidential Candidate With Nebraska Backing
The text records Mr. Bryan being formally launched as a presidential candidate with a strong Nebraska endorsement. It notes no doubt he will again seek his party’s national banner, and that the endorsement mainly signifies his entry into the race rather than altering prospects.
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Bryan
Nebraska
Inspectors to Examine School Buildings for Fire Safety
Public building inspectors in several states prepare for wide examinations prompted by the Collinwood horror. Older and smaller town schools may lack adequate exits, raising the risk of fire incidents and prompting reform efforts.
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Collinwood
Chicago anarchists claim Averbuch visit to Shippy house a staged police plot
Anarchists argue the slain youth Averbuch was lured to Chief Shippy’s residence as part of a grandstand police play to bolster Shippy’s claims of reds activity. They note he carried only a bulldog revolver and a ten inch bowie knife, otherwise unarmed.
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Chicago
Young Averbuch
Shippy
Reds
Dry forces claim sweeping gains across Northeastern Indiana
The Anti-Saloon League reports rapid success near Fort Wayne with many towns abolishing liquor traffic or sealing strong holds within fifty miles. Indiana’s local option law could largely keep dry areas intact as the effort expands. Also noted are New York chorus girls pressing for a law against "Johnnies" at stage doors and an Indiana race for Vigo county delegates where Watson is said to have won a large share of the delegation amid liquor interest opposition. Ohio Republicans back Taft with a tariff revision platform.
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Anti-Saloon League
Indiana
Fort Wayne
New York
Watson
Vigo County
Rushville
Vigo
Judge Anderson Takes Up Fort Wayne Gas Deadlock
A group of men urge a firm stance as Judge Anderson assumes control of the Fort Wayne gas dispute. He believes the public deserves relief from the stalemate between the city and the gas company and may proceed without delay.
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Anderson
Fort Wayne
City and Gas Corporation
Governor Johnson Shifts Tone in Democratic Presidential Talk
Minnesota Democratic Committee declares candidacy for president pending the next Democratic National Convention. Editorial circles expect the move to lift editor Pulitzers gloom. William Allen White argues Taft is the sole Republican foe to Bryan, with Hughes Fairbanks or Cannon as likely adversaries. Kansas shows Taft support. White finds no fault there. Madame Anna Gould denies marriage to Prince Helie de Sagan, offering a cautious rebuttal to rumors.
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John Johnson
Minnesota Democratic Committee
Pulitzer
William Allen White
Taft
Bryan
Hughes
Fairbanks
Cannon
Kansas
Anna Gould
Helie de Sagan
Helie
Chancellor Day Branded Churched Over Roosevelt Remarks
The piece notes Day faces censure for harsh remarks about President Roosevelt. It downplays Day in a humorously impossible scene while speculating on Jolindee’s unlikely dramatic rescue.
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Day
Roosevelt
Dr. Day
Jolindee
Lance
Bryan Declares Candidacy Amid NebraskA Tension
Colonel Bryan becomes a formal and eager candidate, resisting retreat for fear of provoking unrest in Nebraska. The stance risks conflict with the New York World and could trigger charges of inciting a riot if he backs away.
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Bryan
New York
Nebraska
Roosevelt Rumor Pivots to Self Nomination at Chicago
Washington hears a rumor that if Roosevelt cannot nominate Taft at Chicago he will enter the race himself. The source says the rumor won’t scare the bulk of Republicans and notes uncertainty about its purpose.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Taft
Chicago
Immigration laws deemed adequate if stringently enforced
The piece argues that U S immigration laws suffice to bar foreign anarchists if enforced with zeal and suggests a firm approach. It notes Taft has his own state and others lined up, while third-termers misread Taft’s support as Roosevelt backing.
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Taft
Roosevelt
Fort Wayne School Buildings Might Be Safe
Officials inspect city school buildings to confirm structural integrity. The study seeks reassurance that facilities are sound and ready for ongoing use.
Cyrus Cline Seeks Indiana Twelfth District Congress Nomination
Cyrus Cline of Angola announces his candidacy for the congressional nomination in Indiana's Twelfth district, subject to a majority of delegates at the forthcoming district convention. J W Adair of Columbia City is noted in relation to the announcement.
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the Sentinel
Congress
Twelfth
Indiana
Cyrus Cline
Angola
Twelfth District
J. W. Adair
Columbia City
Ind
Fleming and Rosenwinkel Seek Democratic Backing in Local Race
Two local figures announce plans for public office. B F Fleming bids to be a joint Senate candidate for Allen and Adams counties subject to the Democrats will. W F Rosenwinkel seeks the Democratic primary for representative subject to voter will.
Local Candidates Announce Runs In Democratic Nomination
Christian G. Vonderau of St Joseph Township seeks the Recorder seat in Allen County pending the Democratic primary. A. C. Gladibax announces candidacy for Sheriff subject to Democratic voters at the nominating primary. Aaron Reichelderfer also enters for Sheriff of Allen County pending the next Democratic convention.
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Christian G. Vonderau
St. Joseph Township
Sentinel
A. C. Gladibux
the Sentinel
Allen County
Aaron Reichelderfer
Allen County Demo Convention Decision Mentioned
Subject to the decision of the next Democratic convention of Allen County. Joseph Yf. Getz.
Obert E. Kelly and Robert B. Lipes seek county recorder nomination
In Allen County a Democratic primary contest centers on candidates Obert E. Kelly and Robert B. Lipes for the office of county recorder. Voters decide at the primaries according to party wishes.
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Editor Sentinel
County Recorder
Obert E. Kelly
Announcement of Trustee Wayne Township Nomination
A local notice declares a nomination for the position of trustee in Wayne Township. The announcement specifies the candidate and outlines the filing period and place of declaration.
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Wayne Township
Ninth Ward Residents Challenge Bloomingdale School Plan
Ninth ward residents led by Councilman Sayer urged the school board to suspend repairs arguing the Bloomingdale building is unsanitary and unsafe. The board proposed a two room addition with gym and auditorium while noting finances prevent a new building this year. Medical examiner and night school petitions were also discussed.
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Ninth Ward
Sayer
Bloomingdals
Ninta
Messrs. Bayer
Chris. Albersmyer
J. A. Haley
C. J. Steis
M. J. Maroney
Frank Kintz
A. P. Buchman
City Board of Health
Buchman
Collinwood
Bloomingdale
Educational Department
Fairbank
I. N. Taylor
Max B. Fisher
John McKean
EB. Hamlett
Margaret Smith
Olaf N. Guldlin
Man reports acid attack during hold up on West Main Street
Frank Byrum of Peabody Indiana claims a footpad threw carbolic acid in his face near the Grand Rapids railroad bridge on West Main street and robbed him of 44 dollars. He walked to a friend’s home and to the police station where a surgeon said his left eye may be saved. No arrests have been made.
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Frank Byrum
Peabody
Ind
West Main Street
Grand Rapids
Byrum
Arcola
Westerman
George Studer
Dr J N Hurty to speak at high school on hygiene
Dr J N Hurty, secretary of the state board of health, will address high school students Tuesday at 2 pm in the auditorium on hygiene and the board's work. He will also lecture to the Electrotechnic club that evening, arriving Tuesday noon.
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J. N. Hurty
State Board of Health
State Board
Electrotechnic Club
Sensor Board
Health Board Reports Diphtheria Cases Few in County
Dr E M Van Buskirk secretary of the county Board of health says only two contagion cases remain outside Fort Wayne and both are diphtheria with scarlet fever quarantine lifted yesterday. The brief note signals a near end of outbreaks with limited active cases.
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E. M. van Buskirk
County Board of Health
Fort Wayne
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Oklahoma
American Congress
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Ilinois
Jole
Allen and
Adams
Ss. B. Fleming
W. F. Rosenwinkel
Alien County
Joseph YF. Getz
Allen
Robert. B. Lipes
Eowill
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