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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1908

Page

5

Courts review frail horse case amid divorce and custody suits

In a succession of civil actions in the superior court John W Well sues Mc Bride Elecme Co claiming a horse caused travel injuries with several plaintiffs including William Eaough and J Ehirman alleging damages. Meanwhile Mary H Osborne seeks divorce from Charles H Osborne and Catherine Smith sues for divorce from Jacob Smith. Sarah Woods petitions to modify a prior divorce decree claiming $500 alimony unpaid and custody and support issues for two sons. The document lists various attorneys and probate actions including Lydia Oberlin's will and the Thomas Street Storage company incorporation.

McBride Elecme Company John W. Well William Eaough J. Ehirman Raiough Penditz Wolf R. B. Drei Theodore Willeke Stitute John C. Willcke Bis Anil Sarah Woods Franklin Woods Sormer Vlaines Suy Minick & Bairick Telephone Company Allen County Wayne Springfield Winchester i Foc Lydia Oberlin Henry E. Oberlin Sarah E. Sayyer Lucintia Fo Caston Harriett F. Patton Joh E. Oberlin Alice EB. Lehman What. Hart Otto Oberlin Oto Oberlin Thomas Street Storage Company County Recorder Ashley A. Z. Polhamus Dunkelberg Hd. Grosvengr Fred E. Kramer Mary Rh. Barvels Henry Bollman Della Cranklite Irvin J. Waltman Kendallville Bnly

Question and Answer on Washing with Easy Turk Soap

A reader asks about returning to older methods for cleaning and the reply suggests that following the wrapper directions on Easy Turk soap handles most washing tasks. The exchange notes the soap makes washing easier and cheaper for a full week.

Lena ‘Ress

Potterfield Case Continued in Police Court Petit Larceny

The case against Ralph Potterfield for petit larceny was continued until this morning. He was bound over in bonds of 51, and Slater, drunk, was fined $24 and costs. He is a 9th offender hence the heavy dose.

Ralph Potterfield Petit Lurenny Slater

Evansville Versus Lort Wayne Baseball Game Abandoned

A Evansville baseball game against Lort Wayne was called after 3580 innings or minutes. No final score available. Local reports note scheduling and possible rescheduling of the contest.

Evansville Lort Wayne

Delegates Named for International Tuberculosis Congress

A number of local physicians and civic leaders were appointed as delegates to the International Tuberculosis Congress to be held in Washington, D C from September 21 to October 12. Delegates include families Bron, Rabbi Harry Huel, OB Mohler, Mrs John Res, and Medical Association members Drs. G W Mey, H H Wiptman, and J M Dinnen. The event, led by Dr Metehikoff of France, is described as one of the world’s most important congresses on prevention and cure of tuberculosis.

Hain Washington D. C Vernor Hank Ily P. Bron Harry Huelon OB Mohler John i. Res Wiptman J. M. Dinnen Dr. Metehikoff France

Local Insurance Company Plans Expansion Into Ohio and Pennsylvania

The Lincoln National Lite Insurance Company reports strong growth in June, led by a one third rise in business from 1907, following its new Ohio field entry. Officials expect similar success in Pennsylvania as offices are planned there.

Omields Lincoln National Lite Insurances Company Field Ohio Pennsylvania

Outside police system wiring nearing completion

The exterior wiring for the police system is finished and the switch board connections in the clerk's room are nearly complete. Within a week two clerks Gratty and Smith are to occupy their new quarters as remodeling and moving of the land and court house areas near completion.

Old Hanein Lerks Gratty Smith Ofits

Birth Record Notes From Wollnessen Area

Fragmentary birth notice mentions Mr and Mrs Wollnessen and infant details. Partial lines reference names Geri and Vleming, a street address 1F Wigit Street, and a four day interval, with unclear monetary figures.

Wollnessen Geri Lind $S Vleming Wigit Street

Gilhams at Wolf Lake and Albany rally clash

Fragmented report notes Gilhams at Wolf Lake and Albany area events on April 14. Mentions Nas, Link Bymikers, Giles, Cyr Kline, and Wis district figures with references to a Democratic candidate and local politics.

Albion Lui Aun heeTag Apanise 14 Congroscnia Giles Ar Vagrange Ind “Itun Cyr Kline Ag Nila Torcept Gremnnni Wis Ootstriet Ag Ftan TTL Starshall

City News and Local Appointments in Angoli Area

Juige Frank M. Powers of Angoli was in the city yesterday. Mrs Rosa has returned from Reyes City and plans to visit her owners. G. C. Powell of this city reported. New song titled DriposaL by songwriter siady. Fort Wayne public hearing on Nuttorns inci. Miss Eliavi recovering from appendicitis at St Aisples Hospital. Harry H. Kahoe left his regiment after short furlough. Frank L. Reaver returns from Wells county trip. Reverend Sivan announces church picnic for Nis church children at Tobison Park on August 17. Weather report for July notes 3.80 inches precipitation. hottest 1248 record, coolest 47. Cuban Timber Land Company to furnish timber for Scottish Rite temple interior decor. Street work underway on Main, Reunion, Wheeler, Ohio, and surrounding blocks. several blocks regraded and prepared.

Juige Frank M. Powers Angoli Louis Rosa Tron Reyes Ciy and Pty City G. C. Powell Soustin Thor M. Siady Fort Wayne Inci Wals St Aiseples Eliavi Uth Harry H. Kahoe Veeter- Cejf Frank L. Reaver Pashinn Heb DR. Geaver Phi Hideto Wieder Sonn Wells County Buc EL ‘Teilbot Farher Sivan Sr. Vine Eeur Nis Tobison Park Robison Park Cuban Land and Taproyemeant Company Iocal Capital Creek Washington I Stree Reunion Dyesure Main Street Wheeler Street Kinlitebs Runnion Avenue Mary Street Trom Runnton Avenue Wheeler Ohio Street Liga Harden Street McCulloch Elinn Ilayden Strevis Harden McCurloch Harmer

Lemon sale and department store bulletin at White Fruit House

The White Fruit House bulletin advertises a lemon sale at 19 cents a dozen, plus various grocery and meat deals. It notes a forthcoming 100 box lemon contract, 1 brick cheese, coffee, bacon, hams, beef, and lunch meats, with farmer egg buy offers. The annual picnic for St Vincent's church is announced for August 12 at Academic Grave near Robison Park with attractions.

Nico Lamper Meat Dept White Fruit House St. Vincent’s Church Robison Park

Rexall Cure and Foot Powder Listed in Ad

An old advertisement item lists Rexall Excessive Perspiration Cure at 25 seconds and Rexall Foot Powder. Colgate’s Toilet Waters are priced at 25 to 38 cents and 0 cents, with Rexall Poison Ivy Lotion also noted in the sale.

Colgate

New Fort Wayne Power Company Takes Over Feeder Canal

Directors of the old feeder canal company met with the Fort Wayne Power company directors to finalize the transfer of the feeder canal and the Robison park dam. The new firm, allied with Fort Wayne & Wabash Valley Traction, will upgrade the dam when feasible, though no work is planned this year. Officers include President F H Catshall and Secretary Treasurer F L W Schmidt. former Wayn Power officers were President John W White and Secretary Treasurer W A Pieming.

Feeder Canal Company Fort Wayne Power Company Gas Company Robison Park Fort Wayne & Wabash Valley Traction Company F. H. Catshall Flw. Schmidt A. H. Brohr S. L. Morris W.hei Old Wayhn Water Power Company W. White W. A. Pieming

New Queen Restaurant Ad on Calhoun Street

A compact notice promotes the New Queen Restaurant at 1501 South Calhoun Street offering square meals for hungry customers seeking a quick, affordable dining option.

New Queen South Calhoun Street

Local man arrested in Hartford City on theft charge

George Batten of this city is under arrest in Hartford City for the theft of a suitcase containing wearables including shoes buttons and a chain from roommate Fred Romine. He was taken to the county court and jailed in default of 3500 bond. He allegedly fled three weeks ago to avoid arrest.

George Batten Tartford Fred Romine Evireatt Elty Arder Hetras Linnen Batiford City George Safran George Satter George Shyt N Anid George Suen

Butter and Eggs Prices From Local Market Listing

A fragmented newspaper market list shows prices for butter and eggs, meats, dairy, coffee, and corn flakes. Items include Fancy Winona Binion butterine, Nutheth Peanet Butter, Hams, Viking Bacon, Eagle milk, Pet milk, fresh roasted coffee, and Corn Flakes with varied per unit costs.

Lckart Viking

Wanted Salesmen for our loom end sale at Frank Dry Goods Co

Fragmentary notice describes a loom end sale hiring salesmen with apply today at Frank Dry Goods Co. Mentions Mes Edward Vordermark and friends. references a Mrs Scofield celebrating her ninety birthday with family, including a daughter in Elkhart.

Frank Dry Goods CO Edward Vordermark Renain Teirning Thes Jirs Annie Scofield Mra Scofield Elkhart

A Scarcity of Washerwomen Narrates Local Shortage

The text depicts a scarcity affecting labor in domestic service, noting limited numbers of washerwomen and implying broader economic hardship. It references a few households and gaps in wage labor, hinting at systemic pressures amid low supply and rising demand for essential domestic work.

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