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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1908
Page
2
A garbled passage cites elopement, party formation doubts, and federal oversight of Standard Oil. It mentions William Jennings Bryan’s taxes, farm assets, and a string of political figures and events, with reports on Taft Roosevelt and local electors, all presented in a confused historical newspaper voice.
A fragmented account recalls wartime speech on national guard roles and militia valor. It notes prayer gatherings, authorities pushing recognition of defense practices, and the emphasis on sharpshooters and frontier riflemen shaping U S military effectiveness across conflicts. It mentions a cautious call for discipline, readiness, and civilian support while weighing the military utility of regulars versus volunteers in sustaining defense during revolutions and wars.
A reflective piece arguing the Declaration of Independence articulates universal rights but lacks detailed means of achieving happiness. It surveys generations shaping a self-satisfied town, noting recent criticism by prophets and outsiders who label the community as complacent or hypocritical.
The Robison Park theater announces a three week summer season with top vaudeville talent led by the Mexican Zamora family as the feature act. The act promises sensational serial routines and includes three performers Lulu Velona and Corolla with other acts Gordon and Mars and the team of Pete Tull, Gal o and Marx. A varied program of German vaudeville and comedy rounds out the bill with additional acts Rawls and Eigen Won.
A dense Elks club gathering dominates today with outdoor events, speeches, and games planned at the ball field. Residents are urged to attend as preparations include safety measures, dinner, and organized activities for members and guests.
Meg Robert 3. Millen of Detroit is in the city on business for a few days. Argad Mra, Joe West visit Bellayae and Crippawa Lake with relatives. Habel from Broadway and iS goes to Barbee Lake for a night. Sir William Josse and Joe Osis travel from Chicago for a short stay. Frank J. Gruber seriously injured at his home on Waghiurton boulevard west. H.R. Mallett granted permit to rent dwelling on Tot 125 Williams' addition for $6,000. Aptimr Smith leaves for New York for a month on firm business. Fire department extinguished blaze in two barns on Mrs. Minnich property with no damage. Foley arrested drunken on corner of Calhoun and Baker. Pocahontas basket dinner held in grove on South Wayne avenue. Roe buck wins sack race. N. Birvley wins girls’ running race. Wilkinson loses nearly a month’s earnings from Lake Shore offices. Liberal reward offered for money returned to sheriffs of ee, Alby and Mrs. Schieferston plan trip to Buffalo Niagara Falls Reading and Philadelphia. Edna joins traveling party after plane trip. Matthews of Angola reports theft of valuables from Waterloo station. Mrs. Clarence Flowers leaves for Norwal New to join husband. Capt. EB Rose promises NC trip with National Editorial Association. Biemanis returns home after three months away due to son’s illness. Bruce Freeman of Kokomo fire dept visits city and praises turnout. Kreis Sto genau picnic expected big crowd at Eckart grove Spothinna street. German society gathering features music and a warm welcome. members of German clubs plan attendance.
Fort Wayne Association Incorporated files indicate incorporation of Berne Supply Company and Polhamus Company Dunkel Groeyvenor A Fell Company Elkhart with aims to conduct publishing business. Incorporators include Fred Tabror David OC Welty Henry al Rousser William Nare Ernest Ore Berwin Mae Shon Street.
Fire at a North Vernon glass factory caused extensive damage and halted operations. Investigators note the blaze began in the factory area, with early reports pointing to a possible accident while workers were present. The incident disrupted nearby railway activity and prompted emergency response teams to secure the site. Local authorities urge caution as restoration plans are assessed.
Cuban voters conducted the first American supervised election with general order and limited disturbances. Officials claim gains for conservatives in Havana and interior provinces while President Roosevelt and Will A. Tuth sent congratulations to the Casvais on the orderly election.
San Francisco, Aug 1. Stanley Wetchell, who defeated Muya Kelley, has lined two months of engagements all signed. A twenty round bout with Thomas of San Francisco on August 8 before the Occidental club. A twenty five round event for fifty per cent of receipts in Los Angeles with Billy Panke. If both matches are reviewed Wetchell will challenge Thomas Burag for the title.
Capt Blondell, famed aviator, signs contract with Port Wayne Traction to perform next Sunday. He tested the water and found seven feet deep, enabling his water exhibition with a novel battleship model by day and a nighttime wreck fire scene at sea.
A fragmentary note recounts Wilmot Ryan kneeling in a Lindell Hotel room praying aloud as reporters near him, a vivid scene that drew sympathy from journalists and foreshadowed his later national notice for a work on August.
The famed Bolivar, the largest elephant in captivity, died last night in Philadelphia. At about six tons, he rivaled Jumbo in fame but lived twenty years in a small enclosure. Estimates put his age around fifty seven to fifty eight. He was bought decades ago by a society in Philadelphia.
Funeral services for Bits Sacob Haneline, 87, were held this afternoon at Clear Creek Brethren church in Ciegrereek township Huntington county. The Rev John Wright conducted the rites. She died Thursday before noon at 9 o clock in Huntington. Survived by eight children four six grandchildren and thirty five great grandchildren. List of children includes Jefferson Haneline Jackson Haneline Mrs Sidney Stoney Phineas Haneline and Mrs Agnes Krum. Husband Thomas Haneline preceded her.
In On Indiana this afternoon County H Sanrer received from John C Curtis receiver of the G B C railroad a $2220 tax check for Wells county 1906 and 1907. Laborers who filed liens for unpaid wages withdrew claims and were paid. Certificates value $93000 issued by the receiver, about a quarter negotiated. remaining $45000 to be distributed to small creditors. Court term lasts eighteen months with renewal option and six percent interest.
Mrs D Smith, an aged resident of East Aorton street, narrowly escaped serious harm when a drifting dray team struck her as it backed from Anderson grocery. She crossed the street in panic and jumped aside to avoid being run over, ending with only a broken wagon tongue as damage to the vehicle. News by Kist News Bureaus.
Evening concert draws LaGrange and Albion artists to town. Nine cars from LaGrange arrive before show, parked along streets to hear the music. Local attendees include Fordice Belding and others. after the performance the group visits the Evangelical church for hospitality. The concert is praised as exceptionally good with lively encores and cigars shared by the manager.
Birth notice for Archle Geln born to Mr and Mrs Doen at 205 Grand Street. A ten pound bay is noted. The text includes stray, unclear marketing phrases and garbled lines about livery tongue and proving superiority of a product, which do not pertain to the birth record.
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