Twelve Die in Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Fire
The Kansas City blaze in the old Chamber of Commerce building on Park and Central claimed twelve lives. Rescue efforts recovered eight bodies, with others missing or injured, as flames trapped residents on the upper floors and workers tried to save families and railway personnel.
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Kansas City
Chamber of Commerce
Edward Winslow
Mabel Winslow
May Winslow
John A. Sparks
John Lynch
D. R. Young
J. F. Branahan
Charles Carlin
Nelson Morris Packing Company
E. N. Brigham
Amos
Leota
Patrick McGuire
W. J. Morley
Missouri Pacific Fireman
George Sparks
A. H. West
Missouri Pacific
Thomas Hunter
Patrick Horley
J. E. Buchhalter
M. H. McCall
Thomas Connor
Alexander McCambridge
John Kane
William Mulvahill
Arthur Childers
Emmett Scott
J. H. Rose
Missouri Pacific Nestler
K. O. Harnhart
Fowler Packing House
S. H. McCauley
Frank Otterman
Kans
Park and
Central Streets
Riverview
Kaw
Board of Trade
W.A. Lovelace
Edward T. Summers
Central Avenue Gas Fixture Company
Beile Wagner
Smither Overall
Frank Diter
Jesse Ford
Ford
Deputy Trustee Robbed at Home by Masked Burglar
Deputy Township Trustee I N Medsker was robbed at 2 AM by a masked burglar at his 2327 South Lafayette residence. The thief threatened to shoot, stole cash, a gold watch and a chain, and left as patrols arrived. the wife’s jewelry remained untouched. The intruder used a dark lantern, wore a regulation mask, and entered via a kitchen window screen.
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I. N. Medsker
South
Lafayette Street
Mr. Medsker
Frake's Record as Honest Public Servant Backed by Service
From Madison township, a lifelong farmer and 1845 resident, Franke served as township trustee 1888 to 1895 overseeing two school houses and ten iron bridges built economically. He later served as county councilman 1900 to 1902, noted for honesty and careful financial handling.
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Madison Township
Franke
Judge Edward O'Rourke Reelection Endorsed by Voters
In a strong show of trust the Allen circuit court judge Edward O'Rourke is praised for impartial rulings and deep legal knowledge. The piece asserts his integrity and calls on voters to reaffirm his fitness for the bench next Tuesday.
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Edward O’rourke
Allien Circuit Court
Allen Circuit Court
Judge O'Rourke
O'Rourke
Circuit
Judge Samuel M. Hench for Allen Superior Court
A tribute lauding Samuel M. Hench as a veteran war hero and long time public servant. The piece highlights his Civil War service at Fredericksburg, legal career, legislative work, including the employment solvability bill aiding labor, and calls his election to the Allen County Superior Court a widely supported, nonpartisan boon.
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Samuel M. Hench
Allen Superior Court
Indiana
Indiana House of Representatives
Judge Hench
Fredericksburg
Allen County
Hench
Labor
William H Scheiman for Allen County Treasurer
William H Scheiman, Fort Wayne born and lifelong resident, seeks the Democratic nomination for Allen County treasurer. Described as highly educated, trusted, and with strong accounting skills, he pledges to root out abuses in the treasurer office and to devote every dollar of interest from public deposits to the public.
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William H. Scheiman
Allen County
Scheiman
Fort Wayne
Loyal Democrat William H. Sherman Praised by Allen County
An obituary style tribute lauds William H. Sherman as a steadfast adherent of his party and a sincere upholder of Democratic principles. The passage emphasizes his loyalty and the high regard of fellow Democrats in Allen County.
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Allen County
William H. Sherman
Mason as Clerk Candidate for Allen County Courts
Joseph N Mason runs for Allen County clerk citing six decades of pioneer family service and his own experience as circuit court bailiff. He highlights a business college education and mercantile work as preparation for the office while stressing upright conduct and public trust.
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Joseph N. Mason
Ahen County
Allen County
Peter Mason
Circuit Court
Arcola
Getz Nominated for County Sheriff by Democratic Party
The Sentinel endorses Joseph F. Getz as the Democratic nominee for county sheriff. Getz is praised for honesty and intelligence, lifelong public service, local roots in Fort Wayne, former cigar shop owner, and broad community respect. The piece urges voters to support him next Tuesday.
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Joseph F. Getz
the Sentinel
Getz
Fort Wayne
Weir
William F. Ranke Named Democratic State Senate Candidate
William F. Ranke of Fort Wayne is the Democratic nominee for state senator. A longtime druggist with Ranke & Nusbaum, he served as captain of Battery B in the Spanish American War and held state militia rank. His career spans Meyer Brothers Pharmacy roots to independent business success.
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William F. Ranke
Fort Wayne
Ranke & Nusbaum
Tonkel Highlighted as Steady Democratic County Commissioner Candidate
The article lauds Joseph Tonkel as a worthy Democratic candidate for the second district county commissioner. It notes his year and a half of service, Cedar Creek Township roots, farming background, and prior role as St Joe township assessor. It praises fiscal restraint, opposition to premature voting machine purchases, and careful public spending. It mentions improvements at the county infirmary under his tenure and endorses him as a safe steward of taxpayers funds.
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Joseph Tonkel
Martin Moody
Tonkel
Anen County
Cedar Creek
St. Joe Township
Board of Commissioners
Wyss Seeks Allen County Commissioner Seat
John B Wyss of Marion township runs as a Democratic candidate for the third district on the Allen County Board of Commissioners He cites four years as township trustee during which he improved public schools raised teacher pay cut taxes and expanded highway gravel work l edited to fit summary.
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John B. Wyss
Marion Township
Allen County
Wyss
Coroner Candidacy Praised for Fidelity and Skill
The speaker asserts the candidate has displayed fidelity and intelligence during tenure with no charges of misconduct. He is praised for medical knowledge and the ability to present himself as a competent, safe choice for office requiring good judgment and experience.
William Eggemann Named for Allen County Assessor
The article lauds William Eggemann as current Allen County assessor, praising his tax record and independence from factions. It notes his long county service, extensive property listings added to records, and his focus on equitable taxation. It urges broad voter support across the Democratic party and beyond.
Parker Seeks Democratic Nomination for State House Seat
Albert E. Parker asks county voters to elect him as a Democratic representative. A former election to the office was declared invalid by a Republican legislature after a local tally, and Parker, a lifelong St. Joe Township resident and public school teacher, aims to serve taxpayers faithfully in Indianapolis. He is a Fort Wayne High School and Indiana University graduate ready to be a capable legislator.
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Albert E. Parker
Indianapolis
Parker
St. Joe Township
Indianapollis
Fort Wayne High School
Indiana University
Young Fort Wayne Attorney Seeks Democratic Nomination
William Fruechtenicht, lifelong Fort Wayne resident, seeks Allen County Democratic votes for representative. The county council ticket includes Jacob Gable Wayne township John Hamilton Lafayette Valentine Shaffer Monroe Martin Metcalf Perry and councilmen at large Hiram Roller Louis Centlivre and William Smith. All nominees are described as deserving strong party support.
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Democratic Party
Jacob. Gable
Wayne
John Hamilton
Lafayette
Valentine L. Shaffer
Monroe
Martin V. Metcalf
Perry
Hiram ‘Roller
Louis Centlivre
William Smith
Democratic nominee Thomas for prosecutor proven experience
The article praises Thomas for thorough knowledge of the law and long experience in criminal matters as deputy under N. D. Doughman. It commends honesty, competence, and a strong Democratic campaign record, stating he is a fit man for the office and should receive voters’ honest consideration.
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N. D. Doughman
Thomas
Lindemuth Seeks Allen County Auditor Seat On Democratic Ticket
The Allen county electorate is urged to elect George Lindemuth as auditor. A four year veteran in the office he served as deputy to Dr. J L Smith mastering public records and earning trust for integrity and experience. Lindemuth, a Scipio township native from a staunch Democratic family, is praised for his proven ability and honesty as he faces the upcoming election.
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Allen County
George W. Lindemuth
George Lindemuth
Scipio Township
J. L. Smith
David Spindler Seeks Reelective Surveyor Post
The piece praises David Spindler, a Milan township native and Valparaiso College civil engineering graduate, for winning his county surveyor seat amid adversity. It notes his prior deputy service, teaching background, and reputation as accommodating, capable, and well qualified for public administration.
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David Spindler
Spindler
Milan Township
Valparaiso College
William Spindler
Mayville News Briefs Mention Local Accidents and Rallies
The windstorm toppled a bank under construction in Grabill. George W. Hoffman’s funeral was held at the M E church with Rev Lilly officiating and interment at Scipio. John Zimmerman fell eight feet in a store elevator shaft injuring only his nose. Brady Miller’s horse ran into a fence and fell into a shallow well, fracturing its neck. Princess rink event will feature Senator Beveridge and Lt Governor Miller with J B Harper and Beene arranging details for the Fort Wayne gathering.
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Grabill
George W. Hoffman
M. E. Church
Lilly
Hicksville
Scipio
John Zimmerman
Zimmerman
Brady Miller
Miller
Walter Olds
Princess Rink
Beveridge
Fort Wayne
Ferndon
W. EB. Doud
Tion
J. B. Harper
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Medsker
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Allen County Democracy
Edward O'Rourke
Allen Circuit
Pada Ioehat Ieee
William Eggemann
Eggemann
William Fruechtenicht
William Fruechtbricht
Maysville and Vicinity
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