Akron banker Fred Baron dies by own action
Coroner Davidson ruled Fred A. Baron, cashier and treasurer of the Dollar Savings Bank, committed suicide Sunday afternoon. His death ends a bank scrutiny as investigators review his accounts while the bank remains closed and discussions seek to transfer control to other local banks.
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Akron
Davidson
Fred A. Boron
Dollar Savings Bank
Boron
Cleveland
Baron
High Court of Foresters
Iter
Clearing House Association of the City
Deficit Found at S Dollar Bank Directors Report
A $25,000 shortfall uncovered in the S Dollar Bank accounts. Directors learned the loss after Baron allegedly borrowed money when counts hid the deficit and moved notes as cash to cover the gap.
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S. Dollar Banic
Baron
Cleveland Election Nears as Johnson Burton Battle Intensifies
Cleveland voters prepare for the November 5 mayoral race between incumbent Tom L. Johnson seeking a fourth term and Republican Theo Burton. A record 93,000 in a city with a normal turnout 20,000 higher than usual boosts turnout forecasts. Supporters cite Johnsons stance on streetcar fares and utility franchise regulation as drivers of interest, while Burton backers point to Republican ward gains in registration. Forecasters differ, with Baker predicting Burton by 8,000 to 15,000 and Johnson backers expecting a Johnson victory possibly matching or exceeding the 12,000 margin from two years ago.
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Cleveland
Tom L. Johnson
Theoore E. Burton
Repubicans
Burton
Johnson
Baker
Robbers Steal Teeth From St Louis Reporter
A local newspaper man Justus Geiger was robbed by foot pads in St Louis on October 28. They forced his mouth open and pried out two gold front teeth after finding only a small cash amount. He reportedly has not smiled since. Additional reports from Norwich, Connecticut mention a jewelry theft totaling 7 990 dollars from a residence.
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Praise of America Inspires London Bishop Sermon
London October 28 The bishop of London quoted lessons from America during Sunday sermons at the Church of the Holy Trinity. He praised American church unity and democracy, contrasting it with British wrangles and noting lively services and visible devotion. He cited Wall Street millionaires praying beside workers and rousing worship that carried rafters.
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Church of the Holy Trinity
America
American
England
Dr. Ingram
Great Britain
United States
Wall Street
New York
Grand Jury Indicts Elkhart County Officials in Goshen
Elkhart Indiana October 26 the county grand jury returned eleven indictments against County Auditor Oliver Sweitzer and one each against County Commissioner Charles A Davis and Commissioner Francis E Berlin The auditor faces charges over irregular warrants totaling about 30000 to Elkhart Bridge Company and the commissioners over irregular bill approvals Frank Brumbaugh a bridge contractor secured large payments before project completion Bond was posted for appearance under a 50 fine per offense This follows the George W Ellis county theft confession and a broader county government probe yielding twenty three indictments.
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Goshen
Ind
Elkhart County
Oliver Sweitzer
Charles A. Davis
Francis E. Berlin
Elkhart Bridge Company
Frank Brumbaugh
George W. Ellis
Allen County Sunday School Convention Set for Fort Wayne
The Allen County Sunday school association organizes its annual convention in Fort Wayne on Monday and Tuesday, November 4 and 5. Delegates from every county school are invited, with sessions at First Baptist and First Presbyterian churches featuring Rev. J E Halpenny and Rev E W Hidoenny among speakers.
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Rere Tipton
Yassy
Ccs Cee
E. W. Hidoenny
Indianapolis
Martha Ridenour
Londees
W. Bussard
Halterty
Avilla
U. Wade
Newcomba
Yanibilatis
Burre
Myler
Queagher
Aunday
Artman
Fort Wayne Banks Adopt Protective Currency Measure
Fort Wayne banks and trust companies resolved to keep money on hand locally to support community business. A loan committee will issue certificates against deposited securities to settle clearing house balances, with restricted checks and deposits until further notice. Signed by leaders of First National Bank, German-American Bank, Hamilton Bank, Old National Bank, Tri-State, Peoples Trust, Citizens Trust, Commercial Bank, Bank of Wayne, and others.
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Indianapolis
Associated Banks
Cincinnati
Milwaukee
Kansas City
Cleveland
Trust Companies
Fort Warne
Fort Wayne Clearing House Association
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C. H. Worden
German-American National Bank
Samuel M. Foster
Hamilton National Bank of
Charles McCulloch
The
Old National Bank of Fort Wayne
Henry C. Paul
Tri-State Loan and Trust Co
Charles A. Wilding
the Peoples Trust and Savings Co
William P. Breen
the Citizens Trust Co
John W. White
the Commercial Bank
Abe Ackerman
Nuttman & Company
Fort Wayne May Get Mail by Trolley Line From Garrett
Fort Wayne may soon receive mail service via the Toledo and Chicago Interurban trolley line to Garrett and nearby towns. Inspector Heckman reviewed the route and is preparing a report on adding Fort Wayne mail facilities. The plan, opposed previously, is believed to have a favorable outcome. The Huntington Trust Company opened, with Mrs. J. T. Alexander making the first deposit.
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Fort Wayne
Toledo
Chicago
William Heckman
Washington
Hanna
Post Office Department
Heckman
New Huntington Trust ‘Company
J. T. Alexander
Fort ‘Wayne
Capital 4S
Bercot dairy to retire after forty years service
After a forty year run in Fort Wayne milk delivery, the Ber cot dairy announces retirement by Frank and Louis Ber cot Jr The firm began daily city routes on May 1 1867 and notes only three delivery gaps due to death in the family and law changes Read with local society notes of Fort Wayne area residents and visitors.
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Fort Wayne
Frank
Louis Bercot
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Louis Bercot, Jr
Indiana Still Leads in Manufacture of Wagons
Washington reports census bureau bulletin showing Indiana employs 7,156 wage earners in wagon making, more than any state. Capital invested $22,276,315. products valued at $15,228,337 in 1905 up from $12,661,217 in 1900. Indiana held top share of wagon output and farm wagons, with major production centered in 16 cities including Cincinnati and Indianapolis.
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Louisville
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Rochester
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Kalamazoo
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Tragedy Ends Hold-Up Play Enacted by Small Boys
Hartford City Indiana October 28 A pretend hold up inside the Leonard home ended in bloodshed when Clarence Leonard born uncle of Leo Leonard 12 pulled the trigger with a double barrel shotgun missing Leo and Oliver Pilot then a rifle Leo had fired struck Clarence in the heart as he staggered to a doorway and died Coroner Thornton Montpelier investigates the case with Leo and Oliver unable to give a clear account of how guns were loaded.
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Clarence Leonard
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Leonard Lad
Oliver
Severe gallstone illness and local notices from Sheldon
Special correspondence from Sheldon reports Mrs. Dora Swallow ill with gallstones. Angolan visitor Elna Pletcherson spent time with the Huber family. Rufus A. White, veteran and ex postmaster, suffers two dislocations and a fracture and declines care while in pain. Mr. and alter Vardaman are mentioned.
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Sheldon
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Dora Swallow
Elna Pletcherson
Angola
H. C. Huber
Rufus A. White
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Bryan to keynote Washington visit with planned political announcement
Washington on October 28 reports elaborate preparations for William Jennings Bryan’s arrival in the capital. He will address George Washington University students No. 25 and attend a banquet, with a committee arranging speakers and tickets already in high demand. The event is viewed as a potential stage for his 1908 nomination stance and possible withdrawal or continuation. The university’s growing political science program and national student body add significance to his appearance.
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Washington
William Jennings Bryan
National Capital
George Washington University No
Bryan
C. W. A. Weditz
College of Political Sciences
George Washington University
College of the Political Sciences
Sam
St Marys Congregation Bazar Ends In Big Success
The St Marys congregation bazar at the school hall closed after a three night run with growing attendance and high receipts. The young ladies ran booths while older members handled ice cream and dining rooms. The fortune telling booth by Miss Neidhart and Miss Mettler drew crowds, and art pieces including Jacob Hartman Jr.'s ink sketch of The Angelus drew admiration. Hartman, a Fort Wayne School of Art alum, shows noted talent and a bright future.
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St. Mary’s
Neidhart
Mettler
Miller
the Angelus
Jacob Hartman, Jr
Washington Boulevard East
Hartman
St. Mary’s High School
Fort Wayne School, of Art
Lawsuit Filed to Recover Bluffton Estate
In Bluffton Indiana a suit was filed by Charles Quick claiming estate recovery and challenging a May court ruling that declared the elderly retiree of unsound mind and unable to manage affairs. Quick asserts lack of proper representation and lack of summons in the prior proceeding.
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Eoant
The Cobbler’s Telephone and the Badgered Caller
A cobbler in 1907 adopts a telephone to boost trade but faces prank calls and angry customers. Miscommunications spark confusion as neighbors test the new device, revealing how a shop adapts to modern convenience amid humorous misunderstandings.
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P. C. Eastment
Chalking Up a Race Between Two Irishmen
Two Irishmen planned a race to a tree by different routes. Mike tapped Pat and asked how to tell who arrives first. Pat replied that if he wins he will mark the tree with chalk. if Mike wins he will rub it out.
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Hans
Dot
Jim
Sarah
Troy
Court Street
Mike
Pat
Judge’s Library
How an inexperienced playwright proves his inexperience
A Washington Star quote shows a manager testing a young playwright. He notes the lack of a single scene where the heroine declares impatience with needing everything now. The remark illustrates early theatrical critique on pacing and character demand.
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