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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1912
Page
3
The Allen County Ticket is hailed as one of the best ever nominated and widely commended across parties. Voters are urged to support the Democratic slate, seen as a clear expression of party voters after a free primary with fair nominations and capable, high-integrity candidates ready to serve.
A garbled report describes a Chicago gambling syndicate planning a new “Oomagamine” system to lure gullible bettors with staged wagers and safe money transfers. It notes police attention, legal hurdles, and the syndicate’s aim to avoid cash handling on U.S. soil while exploiting a loophole tied to political and judicial risks.
Fragmented text outlines a witness statement involving Mr Morgan in political campaign financing. It references billion dollar interests, alleged ties to campaigns, and questions about testimony. The passage is garbled but centers on a witness role and potential disclosures. It mentions New York or Washington contexts and uncertain dates, with strong entities unnamed due to text corruption.
Governor Marshall directs Attorney General to pursue legal action to block gamblers from organizing a race track in Porter County. The plan drew opposition from state officials and local proprietors who fear lawlessness, while Roosevelt era references hint at broader reform efforts.
The record notes Governor Marshall’s past fierce clash with Taggart Towns in the senatorship contest five years ago and his subsequent victory. It argues the governor acts independently of any political machine, noting his long tenure since inauguration and mixed views within the state on his political stance.
The piece argues that in police raids involving men and women the male suspects hide behind assumed names while women receive little shielding. It contends that respectable men entangled in such affairs deserve no extra protection and that publicity could aid understanding. It suggests insisting on real names on blotters to clarify these cases.
A chaotic note argues the Lawrence Mass strike by thousands of textile workers cannot resolve murder charges against two traders. It questions any direct link or impact, noting possible earlier labor grievances while insisting a strike cannot settle the criminal case.
The national headquarters of three political parties have chosen the third week of October for major campaign activity in Indiana. Analysts expect intensified speaking tours and organized events as Democrats, Progressives, and Republicans ramp up for the late October push at Hoosier venues. voters face a busy political period as campaigns sharpen.
Voters from all parties face registration shortfalls with about a quarter of eligible citizens unregistered. The upcoming October deadline is crucial for qualifying to vote in November, as efforts focus on ensuring no one is barred from participation.
In a closely watched contest in the Tenative district, Gine sails to a decisive victory. Allen county records a notable turnout as the congressman seeks to extend influence in Washington. The Twelfth district meanwhile signals support for WM Moana as the election unfolds.
The text notes widespread interest with about 240,000 applicants for 86,000 fourth class posts in the county. It mentions Anus ARMAS President Patt Ducatiie urging to place current holders into service roles while a political push seeks greater access to employment opportunities.
A Pennsylvania company delays hiring locally, sending a hundred men to Port Wayne in one night, to fill permanent positions due to inability to secure home work. The move shows Port Wayne’s rapid business growth and increasing bustle as the city expands its overall volume of work.
A scrambled excerpt notes internal party tensions in Indiana at Indianapolis with Beveridge connected to the state GOP apparatus losing influence. The text mentions ongoing campaign difficulties and a push to remove a longtime party ally as divisions surface within the movement.
A fragmented clipping laments a looming coal shortage as winter approaches, warns it could strike the average man with hardship and threaten business activity, urging attention to supply and pricing pressures amid a vast but troubled market.
Port Wayur hunters who rushed to Canada may have been inspired by Chicago mayor Carter Harrison a Democrat who telegraphs to have bowled over the biggest bill moose ever seen in Quebec province.
A fragment notes there are only six native Indiana men in the national senate and suggests Indians-born individuals are pressing to secure seats in the upper house, highlighting concern over representation and eligibility for federal leadership roles.
A fragment urges nonregistered voters to act by Monday October 7 to fulfill their duty or be unable to vote in November. It quips the public should not divert all attention to the presidential race until the world baseball championship is decided.
Fragmentary item notes John Stroard of Humbtown and Wedna, Mrs Hirkangl, and a Wednesday wedding. A returned horse disturbed the household, while Mr. Xedhnor and Lil Valens from Harti are mentioned in unclear context.
Several families and friends from multiple towns met on Wednesday in Aubin and nearby areas. Attendees included Mr and Mrs George Henderson and Mrs Bo Ghook, Mr and Mrs Wilford Vaudile, and Miss Lele Fulra, with others from Aubin and Manly. Ailing individuals and recovering neighbors were noted, including Mike Huby.
A joint convention of Unitington, Koveinake and Whitley counties nominated Don Stotbon of Whit county for joint representative. Walter Pateraim, aged 14, an orphan from Malone New York, rode a bicycle toward his sister’s home in Janice Trent Wash then toward his destination. Local officers caution on the van’s sighting and monitor possible mortgaged property linked activity as authorities pursue leads.
Auburn notes a busy Sunday with locals visiting from Garrett Ponting and Detroit area friends as well as game results. Visitors include Irvin Clayton and Mrs Crane leaving for New York and Marion Indiana trips. Vera McDowall returns from Chicago. Ruby Harrison joins Fort Wayne post. town prepares for a major four day program with visiting figures and a large crowd anticipated.
Sept 23 report lists residents visiting relatives in Milwaukee Wisconsin and nearby towns. Several families are mentioned with travel to Nebraska and Oregon and visits to friends. Names include Velden Soyer Taylor Thindles Winer Prwin Ruavel Pillars Gray Arnold and Whilfern along with Mina Loutin and Minot Whilfern.
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