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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1908
Page
2
The Fort Wayne Journal Gazette reports on a major political week with national figures in New York. It notes Bryan and Taft unlikely to speak publicly while discussing reform, voter directness, and upcoming elections in Allen County.
Indianapolis officials consider contracting A W Dow of New York to test asphalt samples from the city plant and private work to prevent adulterated mixes. The plan would set Dow's lab as the final quality judge before new pavements are accepted, with potential cost savings and protection for contractors and the city.
A New York barber extols Parisian Sage as a universal cure and strongest hair restorer with claims it removes dandruff and revives faded hair. A Springfield resident letter supports its efficacy, praising its effect and urging barber shops to stock the product.
A historical health notice warns that neglect of bowel care leads to serious illness and hospital visits. It discusses rising operations for appendicitis and other gynecologic issues, urging timely evacuation and proper remedies while critiquing wealthier households for ignorance.
A damaged OCR passage discusses a 19th century New York marriage rite requiring couples to appear in person for questions before a city official. It notes the crush of applicants in Manhattan with over a million people and describes the public exposure and social pressure as discouraging marriages, prompting some to seek licenses elsewhere.
A fragmented editorial note discusses Indiana’s favored opinion on a diner’s appeal and a refurbishing plan. It references Winnine, jeans, and a Chicago meal date, with garbled phrasing. The piece hints at a strategic, opinionated stance on local dining and quality.
A barrage of political notices from the Journal-Gazette shows candidates like W Oren Winkel, H Weutern, Robert E Shirl et, Thomas J O Connell, Henry W Sullerman, and Joseph F Getz announcing runs for state and county offices. Voters are urged to decide at the upcoming Democratic nominating primary in May with names across sheriff, assessor, trustee, prosecuting attorney, and county commissioner races.
A jumble of campaign notes from the Allen County area lists several candidates for county offices including treasurer sheriff coroner and recorder. The items reference Democratic voters primary decisions and upcoming election events with mentions of ballots and local gatherings in Bilton Decatur and Elven.
A 25 year old note recalls a policy where women buying two cakes of Easy Task soap at 10¢ were promised money back if the washing improved cleanliness. The Hewitt Soap Company wrappers from Darton noted the promotion.
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