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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1908
Page
9
A claim describes a tonic that allegedly removes indigestion bloating belch heartburn and other ailments quickly. It suggests benefits for the liver and kidneys and urges buying from a drugstore to end suffering soon.
Insolvency disclosed in Newark as Chancellor Hovwill reviews the United States Independent Telephone Company. The firm, capitalized around 15 million dollars, is listed as insolvent, with proceedings or actions noted against it in the telecommunication sector.
Teachers from Northern and Southern Indiana decide on a tentative plan to form a joint committee and meet in Indianapolis next spring to study the merger. Officers and boards are elected, with both groups preparing reports for Southern and Northern Indiana teachers associations.
Obituary notices report the death of Rebecca Hazelet at 97 in New Haven with details of two surviving children and many grandchildren. Also noted are the deaths of Mary A. Hartman at Seven and Betty Scruggs, widow of Horace Scruggs, both in their seventies, with brief family details and funeral plans.
A brief item highlights performer Paul the Great and his famed daughter Majestic with a dated mention April 6. The note emphasizes their reputations and a forthcoming appearance or event.
Remonstrators scored a majority in Union townsuit twentynine in Jackson township and eleven in Union ward while Garrett faced the Mish report amid a tense local liquor traffic dispute. Editors note the reform effort shows momentum across DeKalb and Steuben counties with calls for a broader statewide push.
Mrs Wiiea Miner-oreneon, widow of Mr Mine, died at her daughter’s home on Clinician street Saturday evening from a prolonged illness. She married Mr Mine earlier in life and had been in frail health for years.
The report cites Calhoun on the Bermudez Mining and Hamilton contract cases in Venezuela, noting seizure of assets, unadjudicated titles, and government seizure under sequestering actions. It warns the dispute could strain U.S. and Venezuelan relations and prompt broader international contention.
Officials of the Tri-State Trust Company tout a remarkable rise in stability and assets. The firm reports deposits over two million dollars and real estate holdings exceeding five million, with strict internal-borrowing safeguards bolstering depositor confidence.
A local woman who died forty years ago had remarried to Mr. Ferguson who died fifteen years ago. She belonged to Grace Reformed church and was known for a lovable character and many friends. Survived by three children William Sam Miner and Mrs Emma Davis, all in the city. She had lived here eighteen years. Remains moved to Samuel Miner home at Betty and Barr for funeral at noon Tuesday with Rev Zartman officiating. Then shipped to Columbian City for burial.
Creston Longfield presents Paul the Great and Daughter in a mystifying act called Two Orphans at Majestic Theatre on April 6.
Petitions circulated by several women’s clubs request the county commissioners set aside a rest room in the courthouse. The room would be fitted with chairs tables and cradles for babies. Club women will present the petitions soon and may fund an attendant to aid tired mothers in the city.
Bank officers and managers boast of a healthy rise in business with last week’s clearances at 794.25 dollars and a gain of about 990.009 over the same week last year. They anticipate continued activity despite cautious sentiment amid broader market jitters.
April 4 Warba w Ind The Winona Interurban Railway company says the Warsaw to Wabash gap will remain open while the line from Winona Lake to Fort Wayne is planned for completion within two years. S. Bash & Company sells New York apples cheap by bushel or barrel.
In the May term of the circuit the case of Gs 1. Grolva Otto T. Grofit was tried. The plaintiff alleges inhuman treatment and failure to provide for a proper home, with abuse and drunkenness cited. The couple married in 1403 and lived together until April 1, 198. Punten, of Butter, is attorney for the plaintiff.
A compact notice lists fuel price promotions with a trio of gas styles offered at special rates. It highlights a deal framing two for 250 and calls attention to the limited time nature of the offer.
A garbled report notes a shipment of two young alligators about two feet long from Florida to an unnamed display at an Anspaagh barber shop. The piece cites Kiet Newa Gureau and references FBUA MET and Apri l Brontieman hats.
Solembia City Indiana April 4 a large crowd gathered to watch the city’s reception events as high school students described the scene and participants. Local organizers praised the turnout and the youth role in documenting the celebration.
In Colum bia City Indiana a prize contest offers pupils a chance to describe the governors race. M T L Garibretia of the President Trust company funds the prize for best description submitted by last Wednesday. Twenty pupils wrote essays to be judged for a future award decision. Farmers receive new phone lines in Whitley county with thirty seven instruments installed since March 15 across several exchanges. Auburn papers report the Second Regiment band set for muster out of service, with officers urging reenlistment but many members opting to complete service.
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