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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1911
Page
5
Governor Marshall backs state farms to replace county jails for delinquents and inebriates citing social and economic benefits. The plan would also employ offenders on state highways, aligning with reforms praised by The Sentinel. The governor argues drunkards are diseased and deserve treatment to restore health and usefulness.
Advocates push for presidential preference primaries ahead of the Republican and Democratic national committee meetings in December and January. The La Follette wing backs a GOP resolution asking state committees to hold primaries to express preference for the standard bearer. Democratic chances appear stronger with Sen Bourne urging action across states including Oregon North Dakota Nebraska Wisconsin and New Jersey already with laws. Texas Louisiana North Carolina Oklahoma Tennessee South Dakota and Iowa also moving toward primaries while Republicans in Iowa and South Dakota may follow.
Saloonkeepers form a protective association to promote strict observance of liquor laws and shield law-abiding dealers from competition by lawbreaking rivals. The group aims to aid authorities in enforcing statutes and to help bring violators to justice while staying within legal duties.
The obituary notes the death of Hon. Isaac Jenkinson at his home in Richmond on Wednesday evening. It mentions his prominent role and historic figures, with ties to Indiana citizenship and Fort Wayne.
The article discusses the anticipated government action against United States Steel corporation for alleged domination of consumers and competitors. It cites interconnected directorships and the Tennessee Coal and Iron purchase as evidence of dangerous power, noting Roosevelt’s alleged misdirection and urging a swift legal resolution.
The Isthmian Canal Commission reports progress toward opening the Panama Canal in 1913, two years ahead of the original date, contingent on avoiding accidents. It urges Congress to pass toll legislation and to establish permanent administration, noting world maritime interests deserve eighteen months notice of U.S. intentions.
The progress of woman suffrage is clear as six states California Colorado Idaho Utah Washington and Wyoming grant ballot rights to women. The movement seems strongest in the west and will test suffrage by real experience. If politics and civic morality improve equal suffrage will gain momentum.
The Grand Rapids Press notes a bureau chief’s size equals the office he fills. Dr. Wiley, as bureau chief, outclassed top government leaders in a public contest of merit. The piece questions why few ambitious men choose honest public service as a path to power and fame.
Professor Lange of the University of Copenhagen and Dr Maurice de Fleury claim anger shortens life. They report that each eruption of anger costs a measured amount of life minutes or hours, with the impact varying by anger intensity.
The article questions President Taft's approach in Wisconsin arguing that warm reception there might be challenged under scrutiny. It notes Da Follette supporters try to shape national opinion that any rival would fare poorly in the state.
A terse note evokes Mr. Theodore Roosevelt's views on the steel trust era, prompting readers to consider antitrust tensions and public discourse around large industry consolidations. The fragment hints at measured confrontation and practical commentary shaping policy mood.
Mrs Frederica Tigges aged 62 died at Lutheran hospital from injuries after being struck by two men who fled the scene near the White Fruit House. She leaves five children and survives by relatives. Funeral services set for Thursday at 1:30 from her residence and 2:00 at St John’s Reformed church. A second obituary notes a pioneer Allen county resident, born 1840 in Washington township, died at home on Putnam street after a two week illness. Survived by widow and four children and several siblings. Funeral Tuesday at Trinity M E church with Lindenwood cemetery interment.
John G. Scott 64 a longtime Allen county resident and Pennsylvania Railroad carpenter died Sunday at 1 30 PM at his home 2206 Force street after months of rheumatism He was born in Muskingum county Ohio Sept 4 1847 and moved to Indiana in 1852 He married Mary Grider Nov 1 1869 and four children were born two brothers survive The funeral will be at First M E church with Masonic services and interment in Lindenwood cemetery
Thomas Moriarity of Goodland Indiana died Monday at St Rochus hospital after two weeks there. Tubercular illness followed a June stroke. Born Fort Wayne son of Mrs M Moriarity New Haven he farmed twenty years then moved to Fort Wayne. Survived by mother five brothers and three sisters funeral Saturday from New Haven and St John Catholic Church.
Alice Ita Cleary aged eighteen daughter of Mr and Mrs John Cleary of 805 Eliza street died Tuesday evening at 8 oclock from ptomaine poisoning. She worked in Fort Wayne Electric works steam department until last Friday and was born June 25 1893 in Fort Wayne. Surviving: parents three sisters Julia Grace Bessie Arda and brother P J Cleary. She belonged to the Cathedral Young Ladies sodality.
Martin V Drollinger aged 74 years 6 months 27 days died this morning at 201 Second street Fort Wayne liver complaint. Born March 28 1837 in Preble county Ohio he moved with parents to Wabash county later farmed then lived in Columbia City five years and nine years ago relocated to Fort Wayne. Survived by widow and eight children Rose Miller Aaron Drollinger William Drollinger Mrs M S Bolerjack Henry Drollinger Grace Quick Clyde Drollinger and thirteen grandchildren. Three children preceded him in death.
Mrs Etta Bowen 48 wife of Sullivan J Bowen traveling crane for Craig Biscuit Co died Saturday at 12 30 PM at 418 East Leith Street after a two year illness. She formerly lived in St Joe Indiana and moved to Fort Wayne six years ago. She was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran church. Survived by husband and two sons Glen W and Walter J of Fort Wayne, three sisters Mrs Frank Sechler St Joe Mrs Lulu Foot Harlan and Mrs Cora Smith Auburn and one brother Sylvester Widney St Joe. Funeral services Monday 2 PM at the residence, body shipped at 4 PM via the Wabash to St Joe and to sister Sechler home. Services Tuesday 10 AM at St Joe Evangelical Lutheran church.
Mrs Andrus died Sunday at 3 PM at 316 Douglas Avenue from a disease-related complication. Born in Matick Massachusetts she moved to Fort Wayne with her husband forty three years ago. Surviving relatives include daughter Cora Andrus and nephew Charles Whitney and niece Miss L Steger. Brother Frank Whitney a former police captain now Panama Canal engineer travels with wife and daughter Ethel expected to arrive Nov 10. She belonged to the Congregational church.
Louis Witte aged 11 months died Tuesday at 3 40 PM at the family home 2224 John Street of typhoid pneumonia after a two week illness. Born in Burholtz Germany he came to the United States young. A moulder at Bass Foundry for 33 years he retired five years ago and worked at the Bowser Co. He helped found Zion Lutheran Church and belonged to the Unterstuetzungs Verein. Survived by widow and five children Albert Louis Amelia Edith and Mrs Caroline Holzworth. Funeral at 1 45 PM from the residence then at 2 PM to Zion Lutheran Church Rev Lenhr officiating. Burial Concordia Cemetery.
Mrs Christine Ehle aged 83 widow of August Ehle died Friday at 9 30 PM at the home of her son Henry C Ehle 1305 Stophlet street cause senility She was born in Saxony Germany came to Fort Wayne in 1850 and lived here since Her husband a cigar maker died twelve years ago She was a member of Emmaus Lutheran church formerly Emanuel Lutheran She is survived by one son Henry C Eble six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Martha Jane O'Hara aged 58 died Tuesday morning at 5 at the family home 2010 Fox Avenue after an April operation at Lutheran hospital with little benefit. She leaves husband John Hara a son T O'Hara two daughters Mrs Eddie Cora Adams and Mrs Saran E Fackler five brothers three sisters and uncles and aunts P E Chapman Poe and Mrs L Wilcox. Funeral at 1 from the residence then to West Creighton Avenue Church of Christ.
Mrs. Catherine Brookhouse aged 33 died Friday night at St. Joseph's hospital. She lived on the Lima road in Washington township and was formerly Miss Catherine Schilling. She was a devout Catholic of the Church of the Precious Blood. Survived by husband, one son Edward, and sisters Mrs J Morel Wolcottville and Mary Theresa Schilling. Funeral set for Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. from home to 9 a.m. church.
Maurice Robert O Neil died Sunday at 2 30 PM at 539 Baker Street of bronchitis. The 9 month old was one of several losses to Mr and Mrs M J O Neil whose five year old also died Oct 20. Surviving are the parents and two brothers. Father is a Penn Railroad fireman. Funeral Tuesday at 9 AM from the residence. Due to Cathedral devotion no church services.
Celesta DT Winans the four year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry R Winans of 820 West Superior street died Thursday afternoon at 3 15 from diphtheria after a relapse following a Sunday illness. Survived by parents and two brothers. Father employed by Indiana Furniture company. Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock this afternoon from the residence and were private.
Edward Charles Cartwright aged months and 3 days died Friday morning at 4 o'clock at home. He was the son of Mr and Mrs Charles E Cartwright of 949 Home Avenue. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9:50 from the residence with interment at Ballard Cemetery.
John Clyde Thomas Hamilton infant son of Mr and Mrs John A Hamilton of 720 High Street died Thursday evening at Vsoorloek from exhaustion. Funeral details list 8:30 from residence and 9 o clock from the Cathedral with burial at Catholic cemetery.
Ror Lindlay, age S, son of Mr and Mrs Edward Lindlay of 2126 Oakley Avenue, died Wednesday at 3 50 PM of diphtheria. The parents and one sister survive. the sister has a mild diphtheria case. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 from the residence, private.
Anna Blanch Redding infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Pirlie Redding of 2141 Miner Street died Monday at 1 15 p m from diphtheria She was born at Sheldon Funer al services were held this morning at 930 privately and interment took place at Uniontown cemetery
Leo John Hammerle infant son of Mr and Mrs John Hammerle of 463 Cherry Street died Monday afternoon at 3 80 oclock from spasms. The father is a well known painter.
James C. Dahlman known as the Cowboy Mayor of Omaha is profiled for a long public life. His roles include sheriff of Dawes County Chadron mayor national committeeman two Omaha mayor terms and a 1910 Nebraska governor candidate. He praises Foley Kidney Pills in a letter to Dreier Drug Co Chicago.
Con W. Schuler, a noted bonds and stocks dealer, fell from a step ladder in his Tri-State building office and is bedridden at 802 East Jefferson Street. He sustained no broken bones but his frail health dims hopes for a quick recovery. Dr. Kruse attends him.
Laura Gaines recounts doctors had given up on her until her son urged use of Electric Bitters. She praises the remedy for fainting spells dizziness backache headaches weakness constipation and kidney disorders, claiming renewed health and vigor. Sold at druggists for 60 cents with guaranteed satisfaction or money back.
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