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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1908
Page
2
A fragmentary page item notes political notices and editorials. It mentions the Democratic ticket and congressional candidate Cline of Angola, plus commentary on Indiana and national figures, including references to Governor Johnson and President Roosevelt era issues amid local concerns.
J D Powers, president of the American Bankers Association, argues the Aldrich bill would cripple reserves and trigger a panic. Alfred O Crozier accuses bankers of collusion with currency committees to push a gambling-like measure, alleging deliberate stringency and a Wall Street plot.
A prominent financier discusses the conspiracy charge with the president at a New York rail line hub. He claims a full congressional inquiry will reveal banking capital concentration and alleges pressure from President Roosevelt using the big stick while Congress presses Aldrich bill interests.
The South Bend Times notes Steven B. Fleming of Fort Wayne was nominated for joint state senator from Adams and Allen counties with no opposition to the nomination. His family legacy includes his late father William Fleming, a long-time Indiana political figure and former state treasurer.
A man who fell over a wood spile in front of the Warner and Engeler Building last evening sought damages. Attorney W W H Eichhorn advised him there were no grounds for a suit. The visitor departed after being urged not to sue.
The June meeting will elect a school trustee to succeed Mr T. W. Cook. Br. Cook is expected to seek re election. Mr Allen Hamilton also appears a candidate, formerly serving on the board. The present council is democratic, and a republican on the board is not known to be considered.
New Haven Indiana residents hosted and visited Sunday with neighbors and relatives including Mr and Mrs August Lupken and family, Miss Mary Rielly, and many local clergy. Holy week services at St Lolita and St Joseph’s are scheduled, with confessions, adoration, and cross processions noted alongside community gatherings and visits.
Burglars broke a pane of glass in a pear window at the Bonahoo pool room and candy store on Calhoun Street. They stole four dollars worth of smoking and candy and ate ponies faked from gum, according to local police.
Cleveland Steiner, a young man from Avilla, is ill with suspected tuberculosis at his home. He is the son of Mr and Mrs. Steiner. A funeral or interment will be held at the Avilla Cemetery next Saturday.
The piece touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for inflammatory rheumatism and nerve troubles. It recounts Charles Callioug Jr's dramatic recovery after years of illness, bed confinement, and failed treatments. It cites a 1295 restoration and invites readers to obtain the pamphlet and pills from Schenectady based Williams Medicine Co. with prepaid pricing.
Monroeville highlights include society visits by Mr and Mrs John Purman of Four Wayne, Priscilla Embroidery club luncheon hosted by Mrs L B Wright, and Miss Georgiana Erwin guest of Uncle John D Alger. Local births, property changes, health news of TE W Meeks, and town baseball attendance contrast with arrivals from Fort Wayne and Chicago linked to residents.
Cassius Halderbaum of this city and George Bassford of Muncie lease the automobile garage in the Adair block from Frembley & McNear and will install lathes and machinery to repair motor vehicles. They attempted to lease the Lawrence foundry but failed, securing the Adair block gauge instead. Halderbaum is a seasoned auto man and Bassford, brother-in-law of Hamsock, comes from Muncie as an identified expert.
A Drascista association meeting reports soda water drinkers will pair up for a future weapon effort. The plan, titled Two for Ninety, promises a glaze for the Rae Water and involves a planned price. Four members still cling to the old charge of 3 tents.
Clarence Trainier of Eckhart Carriage Company, April 16, suffered an amputation scare when a sleeve touched moving machinery. He freed his arm quickly, a large fragment tore free but no lasting injury or work disruption occurred.
Bankers announce operation today with regular hours and routine services. The public is advised that normal banking activities continue as normally scheduled, with no changes to hours or procedures.
A fragment touts a soothing root remedy claimed to rapidl y remove indigestion bloating belching heartburn and headache It promises quick relief for adults and children and urges readers to buy at drugstores to end suffering.
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