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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1907

Page

3

Providence Trust Company Faces Insolvency Trouble

The Providence Trust Company was declared insolvent and Judge Sweetland named Cornelius 8. Sweetland temporary receiver with a hearing set for November 6. New England Trust notified deposits require ninety days to withdraw while Industria Trust reported it could meet demands. A late morning cash flow showed four paying tellers and no major rise in depositors. The June 29 financials listed assets at 51,312,468. deposits 42,934,657. surplus 4,000,000. capital 33,000,000. undivided profits 1,357,811.

Sweetland Superior Court Cornelius New England Trust Company Industria Trust Company

Central Falls Branch Closes After Opening Opening Day

Central Falls Rhode Island October 25 The Union Trust Company of Providence opened its local branch this morning but closed again at 9 20 amid a large crowd gathered outside the bank.

Central Falls R. I The Union Trust Company of Providence

East Greenwich Union Trust Branch Closed for Depositors

The East Greenwich branch of the Union Trust Company of Providence did not open this morning. A notice said it would open when funds on hand could meet depositors' demands, then another notice stated the branch was kept closed for the protection of depositors.

Greenwich R. J East Greenwich The Union Trust Company of Providence

Central Falls Bank Branch Opens To Long Lines

The central branch of Union Trust opened at 9 am with over fifty people waiting as crowds grew. The bank, formerly Manufacturers' Trust, was taken over a year ago and paused operations after about ten minutes. Central Falls was the largest depositor, while many local manufacturers and traders bank with Pawtucket institutions.

Central Falls R. I Union Trust Company Manufacturers’ Trust Company Pawtucket

New York SCARE Eases as Gold Flows Continue

Banks announce plans to reopen within days after the New York gold scramble. Large imports of gold are expected from renewed crop, copper and meat shipments, with London and European orders boosting credits. Runs on Trust Company of America and Lincoln Trust ease while New York seizes on gold to resume normal banking operations.

United States Montgomery Hamilton Bank Harlem Twelfth Ward Trust Company of America Lincoln Trust Company American Securities London New York Paris Berlin Europe

Money Market Tightens As Banks Step In

Call money quoted at 85 percent on the stock exchange with 2:30 p.m. call money at 20 percent. Clark Williams says conditions are improving. First National, Chase National, and Hanover National banks each sent $1,000,000 to the exchange floor to aid liquidity. Coupons due November 1 will be paid at Morgan offices. Copper prices rose slightly on the metal exchange.

Stock” Exchange Clark ‘Williams First National Bank Exchange Chase National Bank Hanover National Bank Stock Exchange J. P. Morgan& Company Metal Exchange

Harriman Reflects On Crisis And Recovery

In New York on October 29 E H Harriman told a reporter that the recent financial turmoil has shaken character and caused false structures to crumble. He predicted recovery will come with time and warned against premature conclusions about gilt edged securities.

New York E. H. Harriman

Plan Is Working Well In Indianapolis Banks

Indianapolis bank officials report no fear of poor public reception to a new cash handling plan after one day. Casual observers note normal bank activity with occasional longer explanations for temporary methods. Pay rolls were paid in currency as directed by the clearing house committee, with no congestion evident.

Indianapolis Ind Clearing House Association

Girl Forged Check Sentenced to Reformatory

A girl forged a check at Tri-State Loan and Trust and used cash for candy. Investigating Mr. Landis confronted her. she admitted guilt. Disobedience noted. she was sent to the Indianapolis women’s reformatory after court appearances with the Landises. A probation officer will supervise.

Landis Tri-State Loan and Trust Company Indianapolis Jesse Landis Patton

Berlin Raises Discount Rate by One Percent

The Berlin bank proposed to its executive committee a full one percent increase in the official discount rate. It cited a weakened bank position, higher margin on uncovered notes, small gold outflows abroad, end-month pressure, and rising foreign exchanges in New York Paris Amsterdam London and Italian centers as reasons for the move.

Bank New York Paris Amsterdam London Berlin

Paris Bank Stance Delays Gold Exports to New York

Paris banking circles report no immediate prospect of gold exports to New York due to unfavorable exchange rates and likely Bank of France resistance. The bank would still aid New York indirectly by supporting London if gold withdrawals threaten liquidity.

Paris New York Bank of France London

Paris French Investors Eye U S Recovery as London Confidences Rise

Bankers in London in touch with America say New York conditions have improved markedly. Experts expect the crisis to spur currency legislation to prevent a recurrence. French investors report American buyers returning due to low prices, with some purchases already underway.

France London America New York United States

London Markets React to German Bank Rate Rise

London markets fell on the Imperial Bank of Germany discount rate rise with Consols slipping to 82% before recovering to 82 1 2 at noon. Traders expect a Bank of England rate hike to 5% possibly on Thursday. American stocks opened slightly higher but eased as Berlin pressure and German rates cooled activity.

London Imperial Bank of Germany Bank of England Berlin

Von Moltke Trial Ends With Acquittal Verdict

Harden claimed a court clique including Von Moltke and figures like Prince Philip Zu Eulenberg and Lt Gen William Von Hohenau engaged in infamous acts and influenced Emperor William. The court found no proof of abnormal conduct by Von Moltke, while spectators cheered the verdict amid political reverberations across socialist outlets and liberal press.

Harden von Moltke William Philip Zu Eulenberg Vienna William von Hohenau Round Table Potsdam Count Lynar von Hokenau Kern Hosenau Frankfurter Zeitung France Germany Prince Zu Eulenburg

Noble County Faces Record Shortages Among Former Officials

Noble County investigators report shortages among several ex officials led by ex surveryor Fred B Moore claiming over 6000 dollars excess pay. Officials including County Clerk Foote Treasurer Miller Recorder Miller and Sheriff Bell settled or contested sums while Moore and Foote refuse restitution amid legal advice and potential settlements.

Fred B. Moore Luke H. Wrigley Noble County Moore Foote George L. Foote A. A. Miller John Miller Harry Bell John P. Kitt Messrs Earle Board of Commissioners Wrigley Michigan

Gas tragedy claims Walter Moore and ties to Hartford City

Walter Moore dies from gas fumes after a hotel room locked from inside traps him. Hazel and Otie Leonard, visiting from Ewart, mourn their uncle Clarence Leonard who was accidentally shot during a family incident in Hartford City. Hotel staff force entry at dawn and discover Moore's lifeless body.

Moore Misses Hazel Otie Leonard Ewart Clarence Leonard Hartford City Hazel Leonard Commercial Hotel A. Shoup C. M. Preble

Gas causes suspected accidental death of Moore in room

Police and a physician were summoned after Moore was found in bed with a gas jet half open and a window closed. Coroner ordered removal to Klaehn & Melching parlors as they await word from Moore’s father. Authorities say he fought for life but there is no evidence of self harm.

Moore Klaehn & Melching Stulte

Clearing House Maintains Paid Checks Policy

In Chicago the Clearing House association announced after a meeting that the financial situation remained generally satisfactory and that the policy of paying large amounts in checks would continue for several days.

Chicago Clearing House Association

Girl Assassin of General Maximoffsky to be Hanged

In St Petersburg on October 29 Mlle Rago Selnnikova who shot and killed General Maximoffsky director of the prisons department was taken to the fortress of St Peter and St Paul tried by court martial and sentenced to be executed by hanging. Reports say police uncovered another plot against Emperor Nicholas.

St. Petersburg Mlle Rago- Selnnikova Maximoffsky Ministry of the Interior St. Peter and St. Paul Nicholas

Dentist dies from blood poisoning after dental procedure

New Britain Connecticut report says Dr. Charles Eugene Monks aged 38 died from blood poisoning contracted while treating a patient. The patient jabbed the dentist’s hand during a tooth extraction, and after three days of intense suffering the dentist succumbed.

New Britain Conn Charles Eugene Monks

Affidavits Placed in Police Case After Intoxication Arrests

Three youths arrested in a beastly state faced city court. Two were placed in probation, one held until Thursday morning. Affidavits against Dick Hodgins and John Doe were prepared for the saloon owner, but not signed or served. James Farrell fined for drunkenness after attempting to steal a coat from a dummy at Dygert pawn shop. He had been released Sunday morning and carried a basket and shawl with eggs he had stolen. Other cases: Joe Sorg before Earl Moore adjourned to Thursday. Howard Bowers, Hugh Grant, and George Brown fined for intoxication.

Jesse Patton Harry W. Ninde Dick Hodgins John Doe Saengerbund Hall Main Street Ninde James Farrell Dygert Columbia Street Joe Sorg Selime Earl Moore Howard Bowers Hugh Grant George Brown Costae

Woman Accused of Stealing House and Lot

Mrs May Pepper-Vanderblitt the spiritualist and new wife of Edward Vanderbilt was arraigned in a Brooklyn police court on a larceny of a house and lot charge. She waived examination and was held on $1500 bail for grand jury review as Edward Vanderbilt accompanied her to court. The accusation came from Miss Minerva Vanderbilt, Edward Vanderbilt's daughter.

New York Pepper-Vanderblitt Edward Vanderbilt Brooklyn Pepper-Vanderbilt Minerva Vanderbilt

Doctor Patrick Leads Neurological Clinic at St Joseph’s Hospital

A large session of the Twelfth Councilor District Medical Society opened at St. Joseph’s Hospital with about 100 physicians in attendance. Dr. Hugh T. Patrick of Chicago and Dr. G. W. McCaskey conducted a neurological clinic with six patients from outside the city, presenting puzzling cases for discussion. The afternoon program covered varied medical topics with multiple physicians contributing, followed by further sessions in the courthouse assembly room.

St. Joseph’s Hospital Councilor District Medical Society Court House Hugh T. Patrick Chicago G. W. McCaskey Patrick K. K. Wheelock Charles Beall L. P. Drayer J. K. Gilpin M. F. Schick Alfred Kane W. F. Carver M. F. Porter H. A. Duemling D. C. Wybourn H. O. Bruggeman B. van Sweringen F. H. Broughton J. F. Thomson M. Klinger Wheelock B. W. Rhamey George Crile Df. Cleveland Porter M. I. Rosenthal W.W. W. Barnett S. H. Cook Allen Hamilton

Gun fighter Malone killed by Benton marshal

Benton Illinois October 29 Marshal George Adams shot and killed John Malone a famed gun fighter and former city marshal after Malone threatened his life Malone had a history of deadly shootings including a Hopkinsville Kentucky killing and an East St Louis murder conviction and acquittals.

Marie Dressler Charms London Audience in Return

Advices from London report Marie Dressler drew a big crowd at the Ss Palace theater. The star’s performance elicited warm reception as she delivered a striking stage triumph before a 45 year old audience, marking her enduring appeal in the capital.

New York London Marie Dressler Ss Palace

Pride Missing In Some Indiana Counties Report

Indianapolis Oct 25 The Indiana Board of State Charities quarterly bulletin says social spirit and civic pride are lacking in some counties, despite boards of county charities operating since 1899. It notes appointments exist in 73 counties but some judges resist, hindering care for dependent children and adults. The bulletin lists nine month figures: 1,883 inmates received, 1,715 discharged, 10,585 enrolled with 6,376 men, and 1,564 officers and staff. Current expenses reached 1,285,824.80 dollars, or 131,386 per capita.

Indianapolis Indiana Board of State Charities Boards

Motorman Killed and Passengers Injured in Fog Collision

Indianapolis, Oct 29 Motorman Clifford Manlis was killed when a Ben Hur traction line car collided with a local street car in fog. Several passengers injured include R Carl with severe head cuts from a window, Bertha and Mary Adams sisters bruised and scratched. most passengers shaken but few required medical care.

Indianapolis Clifford Manlis Ben Hur R. Carl Bertha Mary Adams Cold Springs

Winchester poker raid nets twelve guilty pleas in mayor court

In Winchester Indiana on October 29 police with the sheriff and prosecutor raided an East Washington street poker room. Twelve pleas of guilty were entered in Mayor Parry's court, yielding about 200 dollars in proceeds. Fines totaled 15 dollars per case with additional penalties. The raid, the first organized gambling strike in the city, led to a light sentence but warned of harsher action on future raids.

Winchester Ind East Washington Street Parry Green Bay Indiana

Fire Hits The Counter Club In Scranton Loss Report

Scranton PA October 29 The club house of the Counter club burned with a loss estimated at fifty thousand dollars. Teddy was mentioned in connection with the event as a possible figure or caption but details remain unclear.

Scranton Eee Counter Club Teddy

Integrity and Christian manhood sermon at Cathedral

Rev Father Sullivan addressed a large audience at the Cathedral urging moral integrity and Christian manhood. He denounced sin, intemperance, impurity and riotous living, contrasted the forces for good and evil, and urged readers to stand for pure living and defend conscience as the dignity of man.

Father Sullivan Christ Evi Garden of Paradise Hell

Local option wins in Birmingham county election

Revised returns from yesterday's local option election show a prohibition majority of 1657 with eight rural boxes still to report. Born to Mr and Mrs M Meyer of Clay Street a san.

Birmingham Ala Mrs. M. Meyer Clay Street San

Also Mentioned on This Page

Providence. , Trust Company Harriman German Imperial Bank Walter Moore Gen Czar Nicholas Police ‘Department Mrs. Pepper-Vanderbilt District Medical Society Gun Fighter Board ‘of “State Charities
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