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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1908
Page
10
An analysis of Joseph F. Getz as a veteran Democratic candidate for sheriff of Adams County. The piece praises his past campaigns, loyalty to the party, and argues his renomination is prudent, citing his personal popularity and commitment to the party’s success. It contrasts Getz with former opponent Grice and summarizes past victories and the political climate guiding the primaries.
The passage praises Mi Gets as in the prime of life and well qualified for the office of sheriff. It notes his physical and mental alertness, broad acquaintance with men and places, upright character, and long faithful party service. He is married with a large family and many friends who would welcome his candidacy.
Harvey C Crabill of Monroeville seeks the legislature as a Democrat with a long career in law. He cites integrity, perception, and public service, pledges progressive ideas and adherence to the democratic platform, and asserts readiness to represent farmers and workers.
In Allen county Wayne township area John A Bushman, a civil engineer and county surveyor, seeks the democratic nomination for county assessor. Supporters cite his deep knowledge of property values and tax equalization, his experience handling new developments, and his proven record in civil engineering and surveying.
In St. Jon township supporters praise Vonderau for integrity and ability and urge him to seek county office. They believe his proven character and broad respect would aid local reforms, while noting strong backing and wide acquaintance.
Mr Perry Randall and a Fort Wayne delegation returned from Washington confident the House committee on railways and canals will report favorably on an appropriation to survey a ship canal from Volody to Bert Wayne via Chicago. Critics note possible delays, but Speaker Curtis and Rep Gilharris support the effort as Fort Wayne gains prominence in canal advocacy.
A Fort Wayne railroading community urges the nomination of Robert B Kelly for county office. Kelley, a longtime Lake Erie Western engineer born in Fort Wayne, is celebrated for bravery after multiple wrecks and his steadfast duty, honesty, and Democratic Party loyalty.
Thousands in Alien county back Christian G. Vanderau of St. Too township for county recorder as a Democrat primaries near. A farmer and lifelong public servant, Vanderau is praised for his honesty, community work, and steady leadership on local boards. He grew up near Mace, trained as a farmer, and earned a reputation for reliability in farming and public life.
Aaron M Reicheholderfer seeks the Democratic nomination at the Allen County primaries. The Springwater Township native presents a life of farming business success and loyal Democratic principles. He served as county sheriff under Clausmeier and Stout, earning a record of faithful service and public trust. If nominated and elected, he pledges to appoint capable, honest officials and uphold diligent county governance.
Fragmentary notice describes a street lighting failure in the evening. It notes a fault near a main thoroughfare and mentions maintenance crews at work. The item appears as a want ad snippet from the Journal-Gazette with unclear specifics.
In Warsaw Indiana on April 19 Miss Buli Shirk collapsed from nervous prostration while a fire damaged the Cole and Snyder boarding house area on Market and Jake streets. Dr W L Hines treated her and her condition improved by afternoon. The fire, started by a defective chimney, enveloped the building but the blaze was controlled with limited damage.
In Warsaw Indiana on April 28 Allen Ford son of Charles Ford of Etna Green and Manghtar Eckert of near Sunray were killed in a car crash. The report from Kist News Bureau states the two men died this evening.
Whitley county voters head to the polls Saturday for Democratic primaries with four candidates seeking the sheriff nomination and separate contests for treasurer assessor commissioner first district and constable. Names include George Ve Shock Jasper troppert Dad Hew or Henry Selumaker.
Arion H Maston of South Whitley chosen as candidate for treasurer. Harry G Voulaty and Tar ige H Briggs named for coroner. Thomas of Benstoh and Jonathan Hurd from Columbia township listed for supervisor roles. Citizens nominate incumbents and new candidates including trustens and constables with several names across Washington and neighboring townships.
Fragmentary line reads Vote for A. Louis Griebel for fate Wayne Township Friday. The text presents a political call with unclear spelling and place names. No additional context or dates are fully legible.
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