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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1906
Page
5
Ruth case ends in acquittal as jurors find not guilty
The Fort Wayne case ends with Ruth acquitted after a 20 minute jury deliberation. The editor notes the state's evidence was weak, vows continued efforts for law observance, and commends Congressman Gilbert’s rising career while urging civic righteousness and relief aid for Japan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth
Fort Wayne
Representative Cochran Pushes Mail Admission Probe over Town Topics
New York congressman W Bourke Cochran introduces a resolution asking the postmaster general to report on whether Town Topics is admitted to the mails and if its alleged extortion by blackmail is aided by postal service. The preamble notes Hapgood’s libel case, Deuel’s acquittal, and prior scrutiny of the publication. Town Topics remains mailed while past criticisms and a Roosevelt paragraph prompted investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Bourke Cochran
New York
House
Town Topics
United States
Post Office Department
Norman Hapgood
Collier's Weekly
Joseph M. Deuel
Robert J. Wynne
Alice Roosevelt
Nicholas Longworth
Susan B Anthony remembered for lifelong fight for rights
Full of years and honors, Susan B Anthony laid down the cares of a long career devoted to strife. She led abolition and suffrage efforts, rallying support and spreading her message worldwide. Her legacy inspires American womanhood and future generations in the ongoing cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan B. Anthony
Miss Anthony
Union
America
Hearst Bars Bryan from Hearst Papers in 1908 Plot
The report claims William Randolph Hearst ordered the name of William J. Bryan banned from Hearst newspapers as a tactic to boost Hearst's 1908 presidential bid. Observers note Bryan remains prominent, despite such suppression rumors, and speculation about outcomes continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam R. Hearst
William J. Bryan
Hearst
Mr. Bryan
New York
Cleanliness Progress Traced by Dr Hastings at London Institute
Dr Somerville Hastings argued that cleanliness has improved since the reigns of Mary I and Elizabeth I. He noted that washing practices were rare in the past when cotton was scarce and linen expensive. The poor wore rough woolens seldom washed while the upper classes used dyed silks and velvets only while still fashionable. He cited records of John James Reverwashing tradition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somerville Hastings
London Institute of Hygiene
Mary
Queen Elizabeth
Hastings
Dust dangers and political salvos mix in late 1900s discourse
An eminent bacteriologist warns of dust in living rooms as a pin used for dust sampling yields 3000 colonies of germs. Congress rumors swirl as Hon. Newton W. Gilbert contemplates resignation to accept a Philippines judge position, prompting speculation of new contenders like Dr. George B. McGoogan and Clarence C. Gilhams. A domestic-arts award from the Chicago School honors long-serving household staff, and Texas reports a marriage probation tale where housekeeping precedes matrimony, challenging the idea that domestic skill guarantees spousal harmony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton W. Gilbert
Congress
Philippines
Gilbert
George B. McGoogan
Clarence C. Gilliams
Gilhams
J. M. Robinson
McGoogan
Rate bill fight and other notes on public life
A Democratic senator doubts the president will win his rate bill fight noting prior losses on the Philippine tariff bill and a stalled Santo Domingo treaty. A cartoon anecdote recalls a Mississippi freight derailment and a telegram misstatement, while a Mark Twain tribute honors a long time employee as a model of honesty and diligence. The piece ends with a defense of the common man and a belief in Christianity as egalitarian.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santo Domingo
John Allen
Mississippi
John
Mark Twain
Mrs. Clemens
County to foot about $10,000 for guards at Springfield riots
The county faces about $10,000 in costs from sending national guardsmen to Springfield to restore order. The public is urged to see this as a lesson and push for measures to prevent similar disturbances. Rioters are described as largely youths under age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Ohio
Elgin faith and politics mix in early 1900s reflections
The piece notes unrest and rioter costs, urges honest public officials to enforce laws, and highlights Elgin Illinois religious revival scenes. It profiles Mattie M. Marshall a Granite City rural mail carrier, and mentions Speaker Cannon's jab at the Senate, Marquis de Castellane’s drama, General Mosby’s autobiography, and Roosevelt’s stance on railroad and oil coal money politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattie M. Marshall
Marshall
United States Supreme Court
America
Granite City
Hl, Postoffice
Miss Marshall
Judge Grasscup Denounces Leisure Class Philosophy
Judge Peter S. Grasscup of the United States circuit court declares that God did not ordain a leisure class and that people should continually strive, pulling at the oars upstream as they were meant to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter S. Grasscup
United States Circuit Court
Governor Hoch Defends Prohibition in Kansas Speech
Governor Hoch argues against saloons and joints in Kansas, noting that about 250000 residents were born after prohibition and have grown up viewing alcohol as an unmixed evil as part of their creed. The remark frames prohibition as a lasting community standard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Hoch
Rockefeller offer for tuberculosis hospital announced
Last week the president of the New York association for improving the condition of the poor announced a pledge of 250000 dollars from John D. Rockefeller to establish a hospital for children suffering from tuberculosis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Rockefeller
The
New York Association For
Salvation Army books 4000 passages to Canada from London
The Salvation Army chartered a steamer for three voyages sailing March 1 with 1400 emigrants aboard, 1000 of whom are breadwinners. Coast defenses resemble battleships and become obsolete quickly. Two Tampa Bay forts were abandoned after spending half a million dollars to make them impregnable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
London
Canada
Tampa Bay
Republicans Brace for Crowd as Convention Looms
With six to eight new-born candidates in sight and the convention a month away, the Republicans of this district feel the circus atmosphere already building.
Morgan and S romwell hold public tongue lashing forum
A pair labeled Morgan and S romwell reportedly stage a public service event to air grievances while the Panama Canal project advances in the background. The item notes exclusive attention to the verbal exchange during the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan
S €Romwell
Panama Canal
Scraps From A Country Page: Politics and Patter
A column blends political speculation and social quips. It notes Schwab’s private car signals, questions Judge Hamilton’s memory on insurance funds, Hadley’s Sherrick lead, and remarks from Van Sant and Bishop Galloway. It also wades into Moros in Jolo and Longworth’s likely renomination.
Epworth league at M E church postponed and local notices
News from Poe lists church happenings and family updates. Rev Edmundson filled a Christian church appointment. Rev Dougherty visited George Shookman’s home. Many residents report illness moves and relocations, with a farewell reception for Warn Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poe
Epworth League
M. E
Rev
Edmundson
Zanesville
Christian Church
Dougherty
George Shookman
Helen Milam
George Christwell
Howard
Oliver
Marie Muldoon
Henry Muldoon
John Essig, Jr
Clem Smith
Harley
Lucius Somers
Ellis
Marion Shookman
Hoagland
Marion Small
Claudine Smithy
George Holmes
la Otto
Warn Smitty
Fort Wayne
Jas, Essig
John Essig
Marion Smith
Wayne
Simon Somers
Warn Smith
Daugherty
Lydia Oberlin
Hudson
Jas
Essig
Ely's Cream Balm Claims Quick Relief for Nasal Catarrh
Advertising copy asserts cocaine dulls nerves has not cured catarrh but Ely's Cream Balm relieves nasal congestion watery eyes and headaches. It claims restoration of smell taste and hearing with direct topical application and offers 50 cent sales via druggists or mail from Ely Brothers New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
Ely Bros
Warren Street
New York
Ely Brothers
Gas Supply Cut as Main Break Sparks Fire at Superior and Barr
A rupture in the artificial gas main at Superior and Barr streets caused a burst gas bag plug to ignite, melting joins in a nearby main. Repairs were delayed by flames and heat, forcing reliance on hand setting and disrupting offices, homes, and businesses until the line could be reestablished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Street
Fort Wayne
Superior
Barr
Fort Wayne Doctor Loses Medical License
Indianapolis March 13 The State Board of Medical Registration revoked the license of Dr. Mary A. Whery of Fort Wayne for alleged illegal practice. Dr. Whery, practicing since 1888, had been under investigation for about a month, with evidence presented at yesterday’s hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
State Board of Medical Registration and Examination
Mary A. Whery
Fort Wayne
Dr Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup Promises Cough Cure
The ad claims Norway Pine Syrup cures long lasting coughs and sore throats and prevents consumption. It cites testimonials from M S Gist of Hawesville Kentucky and touts quick relief after months of suffering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Wood
Dean's Ointment Promises Quick Relief for Piles
Suffering ends in a night as Dean's Ointment cures itching piles. The ad claims immediate results and notes the product is sold at any drug store for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Woman Complainant Leads To License Revocation
A young woman’s complaint against Dr. Whery prompted a board hearing held yesterday. Fort Wayne attorney for the doctor denied all allegations while friends of the complainant testified. The board revoked Dr. Whery’s license, noting rarity of cases with sufficient evidence for a hearing against physicians suspected of illegal practice.
Queen Alexandra and Russian dowager buy Danish country house
Queen Alexandra and the Russian dowager empress have jointly purchased a country house at Hvidvere four miles from Copenhagen and will spend summer vacations there together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queen Alexandra
Empress of
Russia
Hvidvere
Copenhagen
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Ill
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Coliseum
Cannon
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Marquis de Castellane
Count Boni
Napoleon
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Warsaw
General Mosby
Department of Justice
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William Travers Jerome
William Randolph Hearst
Oliver Hazzard Perry Belmont
Mother Gray
Leishman
Charles M. Schwab
Judge Hamilton
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Sherrick
Andy” Hamilton
Jolo
van Sant
Minnesota
Bishop Galloway
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Cincinnati
Public Trust
Indiana
State Board
Mary Whery
M. S. Gist
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Wonder Worker
Dr. Bert Company
West Wayne ST
Bert Co
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Huntington, Ind
Satarrh
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Blackstone
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