Fire in Kansas City claims twelve lives
A devastating blaze in Kansas City destroys a five story brick building on Central Avenue. The structure housed railway workers families and several businesses including a laundry and restaurant. Firefighters faced ladders too short to reach upper floors as residents scrambled from windows and a woman saved a child from a fireman’s line.
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George Byarks
Uysdop
Sun
George Sparke
Eck Atd
B. West
Carpenter
Ak Misedorl Paeite
Ravmind
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Leek Ame
Phorsas
Buctinatter
Firwuma
Mocail
Jaborer
Thorns Cann
Alexander McCambridge
Joan Mauve
Darna
William Stulvabul
Ursinalsantelier
Missouri Pacific
Artin Childers
Arannann Wagonmater
Sankow
Packing House
Mary Sankow
Tadward Bayless
Wood Hurley
Packie
Jays Wwoken
Fred Oriel
Buick
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Kanaas City
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Kansas City
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Tee Books
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Femile
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Sorles
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Benge Lane
Somme
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Frank Siter
Ford
Navy
Freeman
Burglary at Medsker Home: Gun Threats Patterned Theft
Deputy trustee Medsker awakens to a masked burglar at 2827 South Lafayette Street taking cash jewelry and a watch while threatening violence. The intruder fled as police arrived, leaving Medsker and wife shaken and police seeking a second suspect and confirmation of a professional break in with a regulation mask.
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Orjock
South
Lafayette Street
Medsker
Dave
My. Megsker
Linker
Kruekebers
Gilwgr Ani
Nanabiy
Hele
Bob Anceese
Hon Samuel M Heagh for judge of Allen Superior Court
The piece extols Samuel M Hench as a candidate for the Allen Superior Court bench. It highlights his wartime service, including participation at Fredericksburg, and commends his legal career, honesty, integrity, and public service. It asserts his leadership in labor law and his general fitness for the judgeship.
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O'Rourke
Alien Circuit Court
Allen Cireule
O'Rowke
Wade J
Indae
Samuel
Heagh
Allen Superior Court
Capaeltica
Indiana
Crsgnal Bnt Superior Sanches
Holsa of Representatives
Farge
Wolon
Tahoihen
Tle
Pratericksburg
Hanch
Ama
Hendon
Alen
Allen Celebar
Tench
Beech
Hench
Beneft
Campaign Prospect for William H Scheiman in Allen County
The text touts William H Scheiman as a strong Democratic candidate for Allen County, highlighting his Fort Wayne roots, education, business skill, and accounting expertise. It portrays him as a reformer who would correct alleged treasury abuses and defend voters’ money, urging strong support from the community, including women.
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Willam Hessaheiman
Fay Frengher
Allen County
Fir
Seheiman
Fort Wayne
Alwave
Ieells
Hla Phinracter
Scheimae
Calintul
Mason Candidate for Allen County Clerk Post
Joseph N Mason profiles Anseph W Mason as a strong Democratic candidate for Allen County Clerk citing pioneer family roots in the county, integrity, and prior experience in equity claims at the circuit court. The piece emphasizes steadfast duty and readiness for office.
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Anseph W. Mason
Allen County
Tim
Jale Teter
Aecomd
Balllif
Circuit Court
Ateola
Getz Endorsed by voters as county sheriffs candidate
The article lauds Joseph P B Getz as the preferred sheriff candidate, praising his longevity in public life, business success, and strong community ties. It notes his native roots in the county, long residence near Fort Wayne, and the broad support he would receive from party members and voters for stable, intelligent administration.
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Atanis
Getz Tx
Lys
Fort Wayne
Acon
Gots
Hina Pine
William F. Ranke for State Office Capt. Ranke Seeks Support
The notice portrays Captain William F. Ranke as a capable leader with a long career as a pharmacist businessman and military officer. It highlights his service in Battery B during the Spanish American War and his later militia work, arguing his honesty experience and age qualify him for public trust. It urges voters to support him in the upcoming election.
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Democratic Notaries
Bas
Wayne
Ranke & Nus
Slare
Meyer Brothers
Wenalle
Commeriafoirs
Les Ontina Cammun
Tate
Br. Ranke
Palite Voice
Waterini
Democratic Candidate William Fraire in Towered Race
The article notes William Fraire as a Democratic candidate amid unclear context, with references to a name similarity Willam Franke and a potential political contest. It lacks concrete details on date, place, or outcome, providing only fuzzy mentions of the candidates and campaign setting.
Joseph Tonkel Seeks Second District Power Seat
Joseph Tonkel, Democratic candidate for the Second District, presents a long record in Cedar Creek township and on the county board. Advocates say his experience includes farming, tax assessment, and public spending scrutiny, with a focus on prudent county expansions and operations.
John B Wyse Seeks Third District Board Seat
Marion township resident John B Wyse campaigns as a Democratic candidate for the third district on the Ailes county board of commissioners. He highlights a large family, four years public service, school improvements, wage increases, and careful tax handling to appeal to voters.
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John B. Wree
Marion Township
bin Getter
Indemont
Citivens
Assuranes
Wall
Tovic
Hay
A J Kessler Named As County Chair For Jury Event
A J Kessler is named as a county chair for the jury event next Tuesday. He speaks with confidence about the tasks and expectations, indicating thorough preparation and familiarity with the role.
Coroner Position Contested Amid Skilled Candidate Claims
A public notice discusses a coroner appointment, noting qualifications and the need for competence and safety in the role. The fragment hints at concerns about experience and readiness for the job, emphasizing the candidate's supposed abilities and the burden of public trust.
William Eggemann as a county official candidate
A local profile argues for William Eggemann of Allen County as a longtime public servant. It praises his county work on property valuations and education, noting his familiarity with state and party meetings while challenging critics who question his record and motives.
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William Eggemann
Allen County
Dol Lave
Mgr
Eggemsry
Albert and Parker Campaign For County Representation
The article profiles Albert and Parker as they seek votes to elect a county representative. Parker, a longtime educator from St Joe Township, aims to join the legislature in Indianapolis, presenting himself as a steady public servant and advocate for taxpayers.
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Parliet
Indianapolis
Total Election Board
Parker
St. Joe
Jek
Tydfahapolis
Fort Wayne
Wilverator Uit
William Fruechte Might Democracy Support in Fort Wayne
A damaged text discusses William Fruechte and others from Wayne township and Lafayette in a political notice. It asserts Democratic ties and loyalty to the party, praising candidates and urging taxpayer interests while criticizing county governance and administration.
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Fresh Gydir
Wayne Township
Toha Harmiston
Lafayette
Valertine L. Bhator
Marina
Martin Vv. Metoslf
Remy
Gentitven
Jane Wilhont
Albert E. Teomes Named by Allen County Democrats
Albert E. Teomes has been selected by the Allen County Democrats for prosecuting attorney. He is entitled to party support at the primary and selection day. He is a distinguished practitioner at the Allen County bar with notable experience.
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Albert E. Teomes
Democrats
Allen County
Teleenaillinie
St the Palin
HO An
Mal Malrs
Democratic candidates vie in county race for public offices
The piece outlines contenders Allen Jouney Georges Liedamuth and others, noting their experience with public records and service under incumbents. It emphasizes integrity and honesty, urging voters to consider qualifications and endorsements ahead of next Tuesday’s election.
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Allen Jouney
Georges Liedamuth
Selpio
Niles
Midttor
K. Smith
Hin
Spindler Seeks County Surveyor Post On Backed Record
David Spindler emphasizes his county ties and civil engineering training as he runs for surveyor. He notes voter familiarity and his predecessor’s tenure, aiming to continue competent public administration with decades of local family service and War era teaching background.
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Tintiger
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Ats Af Valparasco College
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Yukilo Ie
William Spindles
Nublic
Staunch local notes from Mayville area reports and mishap
A firestormed Mayville vicinity piece recounts a historic Bellie Building frame dedication in Grabil with George W. Homan and M. Hy church plans, plus a tragic accident at a hardware store elevator shaft injuring John Zimmerman. It notes a well accident outside a basement area, the loss and collapse, plus upcoming political speeches by Judge Walter Olds and Lt Governor Miller, with detailed committee rosters and local officials listed.
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Mir Uelehboring
Grabil
George W. Homan
M. Hy
Hey
Lilly
Hicksvile
John Zimmerman
Guy Ades Nen
Eligi Ines
Evan
Brady Miller
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