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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary report on Indiana political conventions and campaigns. Mentions Governor Hanly, lieutenant governor race, James Watson, organized labor protests, and Democratic and Republican positions. Notes on insurance legislation and party strategies amid the 1907 contest.
The article surveys 1907 legislative action on women and children in employment and factory health and safety. It notes increased employment of women and minors and new provincial laws to safeguard workers, with 28 states updating related statutes in 1897. It remarks on widespread legislative effort across states and territories to improve working conditions and unemployment regulations.
A Democratic support note lauds Mr David FL Spindler as a capable officer for county surveyor. It cites his macadam road initiative in Allen County, service with interurban lines, and broad public-spirited reputation, calling his candidacy a strength for the party. In the same report a British Channel disaster is noted with the torpedo boat Tiger sinking after a collision with the cruiser Berwick. twenty two rescued, one dying later, crew estimated at forty five.
Central league clubs face a nickname quandary as newspapers discuss fitting monikers. Fort Wayne has earned the tag Thanos, while Burt and Burt teams seek popular terms approved by clubs and fans before the coming season.
Funeral services for Mrs Beckman will be held Saturday morning. The cortege leaves the house at 3 oclock. The service will be at St Mary Catholic church in Richmond Tad. The event is tied to a railway line construction project with a million dollar value.
A garbled news item reports that Miller ignored warnings and was arrested. The fragment mentions a person named Ramlaaier and references a telephone incident and an older authority figure, with unclear dates or places. The text is incomplete and shaped by OCR errors.
An unreadable OCR passage mentions a station, misreads, and an incident across the street with confusion and accusations. The text is fragmentary and lacks recoverable names or concrete facts to confirm details.
Residents of Lakeside will gather this evening at the Lakeside Hall to hear reports. Mr Ac Tl Thos, president, will address the crowd and discuss rival groups and local concerns.
A series of birth announcements: Hore to Mr and Mrs Willan E. Gay of Lafayette township. a son to Mr and Mrs WAL Bowsising Whhallayette township. a daughter to Mr and Mrs Suseph Stekus of Lafayette township. Mary to Mrs Mason Powell of Lafayette township. additional names include Yom to Mr and Mrs Arthur Stak of Aitmind, and a birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Willan E. Gay.
A collection of early 20th century political notices from Allen County items announcing candidacies for senator and representative positions. Names include Blease, Nelson, Whitlern, Hobent Sirl es, Aden Manning, and others, all declaring candidacy subject to the will and nominating processes of the Democratic Party. The notices request publication by the editor.
The Logansport district meeting of the North Indiana Conference opened with talks on electing ministerial delegates to the Baltimore General Conference. Presiding Elder Herrick faces possible replacement, while lay and ministerial delegates campaign and plan to back three presiding elders for delegation.
Fragmented notice states the death of Dr Mumaw at Elksart with mention of Bright's disease and a family reference. Readers are left with incomplete details about date and full context while noting the obituary tone.
Local page features Gold Seal Cigars as a highlighted product in Journal-Gazette classified ads. Readers are invited to try the new stock and explore advertised prices and brands. The brief notice emphasizes product quality and available varieties.
Anthony Wayite chapter of the Sons of the Revolution held its annual meeting to revive the dormant group. Jamies Haberley was elected President with George T. Ladd as Vice President, Horace G. Granger Secretary, C B Fitch Treasurer, and Robert J. Fisher Samuel M. Wester and Robert Millard named as governors. The chapter, now twenty members strong, plans a social function soon.
Frank B. Copeland was arrested this morning by Patrolman Kruvekserg, Sr. on a warrant charging him with deserting his wife, Mrs Lille M. Copeland.
Wrestler Orfree, tied to a $41 stake with Journal Grrette’s sporting editor, Rrette, seeks payment within three days for a match against Dave Buttermore. Forfeit set about a week or ten days ago. dispute lingers, with threats to drop either party if terms aren’t met. In Hamilton a farewell party for Lautzenheiser and family drew about fifty neighbors. the Lautzenheisers will move Friday to Mt. Lauteenheiser.
Tickets S004 cover special trains leaving Siam and regular trains at 2:25. The notice lists schedule details for travelers and indicates service options on Nickel Plats Roads.
The bulletin notes river stage conditions near Cincinnati with a rise to about four and a tenth feet. It warns of potential flooding and advises monitoring for further updates as the water continues to climb.
The article touts a rug show highlighting room rugs with perfected color schemes and sizes to fit any space. It notes drapery stock offerings, new effects, practical ideas, and value, urging readers to explore harmonious home furnishings.
Port Wayne Indiana ticket agent Pornin notes a planned return by April 13 after an April 11 event. The message mentions timing around 4m and 4 40 p.m and references an April 11 date with a 2 26 ii marker attached to Ant 14. Details are fragmentary.
Mr John Lochner of Auburn visits the city while Mrs Emma Baer of East Washington street is ill. J F Culberson of Palance and Fred S Stelthorn of Milwaukee are guests in town. John Orceleston resigns as Fort Wayne rolling mill timekeeper to farm. The Missionary society meets at Mrs Fred Rush 610 West Wayne. Ernest D Schelman, formerly of the Journal Gazette composing room, shows improvement after surgery. Journal Gazette corrects Reed vs Hamlet verdict. Hamlet won. Fishermen pursue river fishing as cold eases. Shreve funeral attendees return home. A list of relatives visiting from Chicago, Ruane, Indianapolis, Geneva, Bluffton, Columbia City, Ludlow.
A serious fire raged in London Ontario on April 2 with an estimated loss of 300000 dollars. Reports say two firemen were killed when a wall collapsed during containment efforts.
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