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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1904

Page

6

Russia warns China over frontier troop activity along Manchurian border

St Petersburg reports Russia has sent firm representations to Beijing concerning Chinese forces along the Manchurian frontier. Moscow asserts the troops are under provincial rather than imperial control and threatens decisive measures if depredations threaten Russian interests and railroad lines.

Russia Yuan Shi Eni Ghi Ti Li Hung Chang Alexief St. Petersburg China Great Wall

Hearst Wins Out in Rhode Island Delegation Fight

The Rhode Island Democratic state convention named eight delegates to the national convention in St Louis and instructed none. After a bitter split between Greene Fitzgerald and Quinn Honey factions, Fitzgerald and Greene gained seats and Higgins Pawtucket was chosen without instruction. The ballot elected five Fitzgerald-Greene delegates and three from the Quinn-Honey group. Fitzgerald announced support for Hearst.

Providence Bal St. Louis William Randolph Hearst George W. Greene National Committee John J. Fitzgerald Pawtucket House of Representatives William B. Hearst New York Patrick Henry Quinn Warwick Quinn Samuel BR. Honey Newport Cleveland R. B. Comstock Augustus Millet Comstock Hearst Messrs. Fitzgerald Greene Fitzgerald- Greens Quinn-Honey Party Fitzgerald

Balkan Turbulence Sparks Fear of Balkan Turkey Clash

A special dispatch from St. Petersburg warns the Balkan situation is dark and a collision between Bulgaria and Turkey could occur any day. The report emphasizes rising tensions and potential military action in the region.

St. Petersburg Wisdomestic Balkan Bulgaria Turkey

Nomination of William RB Hearst by Fitzgerald-Greena Ticket

The Fitzgerald-Greena slate won the nomination by 127 to 93. Other delegation members were chosen by acclamation. The convention then adjourned.

Willam Hearst Fitzgerald-Greena

Lakeside Knit plant to move from Michigan City to Elkhart

Northern Indiana reports say Lakeside Knitting will relocate its large plant from Michigan City to Elkhart. Wells County Canning stockholders seek a receiver amid poor prospects in Bluffton. In Whitley and Huntington counties a drainage project is proposed affecting fifteen miles. A Goshen area vote rejected a 50000 subsidy for a local traction venture.

Lakeside Knitting Company Michigan City Elkhart Nancy Mesthler Manchester Knights of Columbus Decatur Wells County Canning Company Bluffton Ida Clark Orville Burgess Petroown Terrell Dluffton Melvin Wolfe Geneva Bert Anson Tlantington Kevins R. A. Kaifogan Huntington Clear Creek Whitley County Huntington County George Hubbard Christian Church Filshart Elkhart County Goshen Winona, Warsaw and Goshen Traction Company Wayne- Goshen Company Fort Wayne

Republicans Move Delegates Up Front for Convention

The Waterloo Press notes that Allen county Republicans chose delegates six days before the convention, breaking the prior pattern of selecting delegates the Friday or Saturday before. The writer questions party bosses’ trust and suggests the shift signals plans to fix up the delegate slate. The piece ends by urging readers to consult The Sentinel Want Column.

Waterloo Press Republican Allen County

Will Not Preach To Liquor Sellers

New York March 10 Reverend Edwin M Martin assistant pastor of the Lewis Avenue Congregational Church in Brooklyn resigns after a dispute over admitting a wealthy merchant to church membership The merchant with his family had attended for years and faced opposition from Martin and two deacons leading to the resignation of the minister and possible resignations from two deacons, all amid tensions over liquor interests.

New York Edwin M. Martin Lewis Avenue Congregational Church Brooklyn Richland Center Wis Wari Marlin

Camels for the Fair Arrive on Steamer Lombardia

The Lombardia brought sixteen camels from Tunis for the St. Louis exposition, under five native handlers. Also aboard the Koenigen Louis were passengers including the grand duke of Oldenburg listed as Count Lensahn and architect Marx Gontag, sent by Germany for the exposition.

Genoa Naples Palermo Tunis Koenigen Louis Gibraltar Grand Duke of Oldenburg Count Lensahn Marx Gontag

Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Fort Wayne Readers

Mrs J R Brokerman of 9 Liberty Street testifies that Dean's Kidney Pills relieved her kidney pain backache and dizziness after taking two boxes. She and her husband report improved health and highly recommend the remedy. Sold by Meyer Bros Co and Foster M J Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Dean's.

Dean Fort Wayne J. R. Brokerman No. 9 Liberty Street Meyer Bros. Co Dentera Foster

Maguire Says Farewell Before Tongue Removal

Thomas J. Maguire, longtime theater treasurer and stage figure, says farewell as he prepares in New York for surgery that will remove his tongue to save his life. He came to New York in 1881 from San Francisco and has smoked heavily for years, possibly causing a cancerous growth at the tongue. His condition has driven rapid hair whitening and deep concern among friends about his outcome.

New York Thomas J. Maguire Maguire San Francisco

Blood Balm Said to Cure Cancer and Skin Ailments

An Alabama woman reports healing from an eating cancer of the nose and face after using Botanic Blood Balm. The ad claims hundreds of cancer cures, cites other patients, and offers Blood Balm at $1 per bottle with mail samples from Atlanta and Fort Wayne distributors.

Blood Balin Co Atlanta Fort Wayne Ind Ranka & Nusbaum Calhoun Street Express

Untested Cure Ad From Fort Wayne Doctor

A sensational medical ad promises a cancer cure “simple safe and sure” with no deaths and no returns. It urges readers to write for testimonials and information to doctor Charles Zimmerman & Co in Fort Wayne Indiana as hope against conventional X rays and surgery.

Charles Zimmerman & CO Fort Wayne Indiana

Deposit Your Money in Citizens' Trust Co Story

Citizens' Trust Co. near the post office offers a safe place for deposits with $400,000 in security for GEpositors. Try The Sentinel for the latest column updates and financial notes.

Citizens’ Trust Co Opp

Deed Found Hidden Behind Portrait Frame

Mrs Sophia Mattern of Brooklyn discovered a 1819 Missouri land deed behind a portrait frame. The document, signed by President Monroe and granted to James Durden, appears well preserved and valued at about half a million dollars. Lawyers say the title is sound and a recovery suit may be filed.

New York Sophie Mattern Brooklyn Carrollton Mattern Monroe Washington

Auburn editor assaulted on street by National Guard manager

Auburn Ind March 10 Capt John B R McDowell manager Home Telephone Co and in command of Company K Third Indiana National Guard paid a $5 fine and costs after pleading guilty to assault and battery against Charles E McDonald city editor of the Auburn Dispatch. McDonald did not retaliate and both men had prior friction. another provoke charge was dismissed at McDonald’s request though the matter may not be closed.

Auburn Ind John BR. McDowell Home Telephone Company Indiana National Guard Walter’s Court Batt ‘Tery Charles E. McDonald McDowell McDonald Mgr. McDonald

Foley's Honey and Tar Prevents Pneumonia After Cold

Advertising copy claims pneumonia is prevented if Foley's Honey and Tar is used after a cold. It asserts the product stops coughs heals lungs and gives security against pneumonia. Sold by Droter and Bro.

Foley Droter & Bro

Sheriff Arrests Mob in Murphysboro Jail Attempt

In Murphysboro on March 10 a 75 person mob from Carbondale tried to seize Thomas Vaughan from the county jail to lynch him. Sheriff Thorp and Deputy Woodward repelled the attack with riot guns. Jeff Atherton Josh Walker and Dock Lightfoot were arrested. Vaughan, a power charged with criminal assault on a Carbondale teacher, remained hospitalized in serious condition after injuries from the incident.

Murphysboro Carbondale Thomas Vaughan Thorp Jack Woodward Jeff Atherton Josh Walker Dock Lightfoot Waller Deep Woodward Vaughan Agsa Carbone Thia

Mohr Buys Interest in Health Resort

Frank Mohr of Dallas Texas has purchased a half interest in a famous health resort in Dallas area. The mineral springs system, similar to Hint of West Baden, is expanding with strong Texas patronage. Mohr will devote full time to develop the business and attract southern visitors. He is the son of John Muir Jr, cashier of the Hamilton National Bank.

Frank Mohr Dallas Texas Eity Fort Wayne Mott West Baden Paca Mohr South Mr. Mohr John Muir, Jr Hamilton National Banto

Four Killed in Gasoline Car Fire Near Branch Intersection

Harrisburg, March 10 four unidentified men were burned to death in a box car carrying gasoline at Branch Intersection while two others barely escaped. The men, section hands and sleeping work crew, were overcome when a worker lit a pipe and sparked the blaze, trapping victims inside as the car burned.

Harrisburg Branch

Tippecanoe Club Invites Civil War Veterans to Join

The Tippecanoe club adopted a resolution inviting Civil War veterans to join the Republican organization without fees or dues. A committee led by James Ligget and others was appointed to solicit members. The meeting featured brief addresses by Dr. G B McGoogan N W Gilbert and other speakers.

Tippecanoe Club Republican James Ligget George Brower William Engle George Menser John Crett Harvey T. Hits Ald G. B. McGoogan N. W. Gilbert C. B. Stemen

Money to Loan in Real Estate or Personal Security

Help wanted ad style note from C. E. Pfeiffer offering loans on real estate or personal security. Rooms 6-7 Bass Block. For readers seeking cash, directs to The Sentinel Want column for options.

C. E. Pfeiffer Bass

Dr Jacob Hetrick Poisoned After Eating Canned Corn

Dr Jacob Hetrick, living on East Wayne street, was seriously poisoned after eating canned corn bought at a local grocery. The corn is believed contaminated by its can. He recovered after hours of nursing by E A Crull. His daughter also fell ill but was lightly affected.

Jacob Hetrick East Wayne Street Erick Hetrick E. A. Crull

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