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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1908
Page
7
The notice promises restoration of a neglected machine to full usefulness with moderate repair prices and related services. It emphasizes affordability and practical repair options for bringing equipment back to working condition.
Pennsylvania officials report good news for Bowser Manufacturing as the plant moves back to a ten hour workday today after a period of shorter shifts. The change follows a surplus of orders and strong demand, with last week and the past two weeks showing better totals than the prior year.
Edwin Gould asserts the Wabash will extend east to Baltimore and denies Western Maryland loss of control. He says Baltimore remains terminus and Pittsburgh access is possible later. He cites investor confidence and delays from a receiver as factors in timing.
The Pennsylvania company cut workers across its shops in Pittsboro and Fort Wayne, suspending 115 men. Notices were served at noon as shops closed or slowed. the car shop suffered the heaviest losses with 45 men laid off. Only the roller shop and shop supplies department saw lighter reductions, while all other departments shared the cuts proportionally. The Joel shops workers face only 37 hours per week, undermining job retention. Rumors of broader layoffs among single men circulated but were not verified. Pensylvania plans Chicago excursion trains starting April 11, competing with Nickel Plate.
J Edmiston resignation at Pennsylvania freight office prompts a series of internal reassignments. Replacing posts include WC Kelley as revising clerk and D C Falvey as day bill clerk Fort Wayne desk, with Jockel night bill clerk and other transfers to abstract and transfer roles. In Reading, rail workers face layoffs and reduced hours as the Reading Railway Company trims staff and shifts crews to four-day weeks. Additional layoffs reported at the Lima locomotive works as 400 plus men placed on idle status amid ongoing industrial adjustments.
Rumors swirl that A T L White may retire in April and control shift to Baldwin Locomotive Works. No official confirmation, but notices mention potential buyouts and possible shutdowns at the steel works around April 7 affecting workers.
Foreman A G Strube of Fort Wayne Electric Works reports the death of his brother Monty Strube in Pasadena California on Monday. The remains will be sent to New York, Monty Strube’s home, and Foreman Strube plans to join the party there. Henry Strube was a prominent business man from New York who went west seeking prospects. Trains arranged by Watamah and the Burlington will carry Pittsburg Shriners to the St Paul meeting, including a special ten car train to Chisago on the Wabash, then on to Burlington, with delegates visiting Sallowapirns before St Paul.
Clinton McCulough traveling passenger agent of the Chicago and North Western was in the city on his maiden trip in this territory. He succeeds A. W. Wagner who has retired on pension after years in poultry and railway service. The Lake Shore Inspection train failed to arrive and the Waterloo stop could not be traced last night. Pennsylvania machinist L. J. McCullough will apprentice as a gardener, taking six months leave to try farming. Mrs J H P Hughart wife of the G B L and E L vice president general manager passed through Fort Wayne en route from Grand Rapids to Pittsburgh aboard Hughart's private car.
Indianapolis March 31 The Central Passenger association met here today and arranged Sunday excursions over the same routes as last year. The trips will go to eastern points, with plans detailed for the upcoming season.
A crowded meeting of the Central Passenger association discussed ending Sunday excursions and reconfiguring passenger services. Notes mention Wabash, Lake Erie & Western lines, Pennsylvanias repairs, and staff changes from Peru to Ada, with several injuries and hospitalizations among workers. A mix of shipments, hires, and leaves highlight a busy week in railroad operations and maintenance.
Ned James a former St Louis newspaperman and ex patient at the Richmond insane hospital faced a police court assault and battery charge against Mrs Ida Moore and was fined court costs with his mother planning to transfer him to a reform facility in Muncie. Albert Scarce paid a fine for drunkenness and was ordered to leave the city for a year. Sheriff Grice to escort Otis Webb James Pagan and Frank Sumie to reformatories following parole violations or burglary convictions at Jeffersonville.
In Albion on March 31 the Ladies Waist club hosted Mrs C. M. Clapp for an evening of refreshments and whist. Guests included Miss Gertrude Campbell, Miss Josephine Campbell visiting Miss Dan Welker, and McNair, a business visitor. Mrs A Lamiller returned home after visiting her sister Mrs Herbert Repina. Mrs FW Baker and daughter Helen of Delphi visited former parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jt Lash of Albion.
An advertisement asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla remains pure and effective under the Pure Food and Drugs Law. It emphasizes honest preparation since Dr. Oliver of Boston, notes broad cures for various blood and systemic issues, and promotes Sarsapariilla tablets or liquid form sold by C. I. Hood & Co. Lowell, Massachusetts.
The Majestic presents special matinee and evening performances with early and late curtain times. Reserved seats are available at the Majestic link office, with 7:30 showing and a 1:20 matinee. Prelude is The Star of Bethlehem, and crowd seating is restricted during the enactment. Fort Wayne rail lines offer theater party arrangements during the Ben Hur season.
Henrietta Crosman stars as Percy in the English comedy The Country Girl at the Majestic. The revival showcases her dramatic range alongside a strong company. scenic effects highlight the notable bridge scene and a dramatic waterway passage. The production opens Friday with matinee and night shows Wesley Theatre notes imply.
The distinctive American drama portrays peaceful Arkansas hill life and local scenery. Manager W B Nankeville secures a seafood company to enhance the portrayal with regionally adapted stage effects. The piece contrasts Maine Shore Acres and New Hampshire stereotypes with Arkansas characters.
Fragmentary note praises Seymont and Dupree for a clever performance. Mentions Chinaman of Ses and suggests audience reaction but lacks clear details or context.
Waterloo Minor News notes Miss Dupree delivered a captivating stage performance despite a pre dawn train ride and a severe headache. The reviewer praises her artistry, beauty, and poise, calling her one of the season’s most pleasing performers and noting the strong pairing with Sermour.
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