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Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1908

Page

17

Indiana shores urge mandatory boat lights on lakes

Aug 8 Indianapolis reports a statewide program of boat inspections will begin. William E. Blakely, head of the state inspection department, notes boats on Winona Lake and Lake Wawasee lacked proper lights, risking night collisions. Deputies will compile a full list of Indiana watercraft and enforce light requirements, with exceptions when anchored within 100 feet of shore.

Indianapolis Indiana State Department of Inspection William E. Blakely Department of Inspection Winona Lake Lake Wawasee Blakely Mr. Blakely Colliston Waterways

Miss Janet Mason Dies at Cold Springs Resort

Janet Mason, daughter of Byron and Mrs. Mason of Butler Indiana, died at Cold Springs resort near Mamilton from paralysis following spinal meningitis. The 18? young woman had come for an outing and was remembered by many friends. Fall term at Fort Wayne Business College begins September 1 with day and evening classes. phone 2020 for details.

Kist Mamilton Ind Janet Mason Cola Springs Resort Byron Mason Butler, Ind Fort Wayne’ Business College

Studebaker Gift Aims For Winona Lake Boys Movement

J M Studebaker of South Bend sends 480 mirrors to Mayor Clarke of Bay City Winona Lake Ind as part of the boy city movement. He recalls his own impoverished youth, urges perseverance, and plans a Friday visit with prizes for orderly homes and neat premises judged by local ladies.

Kist Winona Lakhs Ind Winona Woods Clark J. M. Studebaker South Bend Journal-Gazette Joseph W. Clarke Bay City Winona Lake Studebaker Ohio Dr. Elson

Mission Festival at Swinney Park and church notices

The St John Evangelical Lutheran church hosts a daytime and evening mission festival at Swinney Park featuring Arion Band, St John’s Choir, German and English sermons on missions, and congregational singing. Other local church events, dedications, Sunday schools, and sermons are scheduled across Fort Wayne with multiple pastors and venues listed.

St John's Evangelical Lutheran Church Swinney Parks Arion Band Gaebler Eelectres St. John’s Choir Arlon Band George Kes- SQ William Schmidt Furmner Ahs tegtAds Beach Joseph Littler St. Paul, Minn George Haas Chattanooga Joseph Silver Upper SanaQusky Conregation St. Andrews South Wayne Auten‘cil William T. Serguson H. AL. Phill J.J. Burns Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church Church of Brethren Smith and Green Streets Christian Workers Grace Reformed Church Washington Boulevard East Barr and Lafayette Streets A. EK. Zartman D. D Salem Reformed Church Clinton Street Berry Wayne Streets Edward A.’ Kielsmeier Salvation Army Court House The Citadel Susie Watkins Young People's Legion Westminster Presbyterian Church West Gerry Street William. H. Wilson Church Bible School Christian Endeavor Evangelical Association Bethel Church Clinton and West Jefferson Street Church of Christ Fairfield Avenue Ray O. Miller Clarence D. Mitchell Lima Fort Wayne St. Pauls First Methodist Episcopal Church Christian Church West Creighton Avenue Church of Christ Miner’ Street William P. Shambart Chas. A. Howell, Jr Young Men’s Athletic Club Church of Christ, Scientist Bass Block Wayne Street Methodist Episcopal Church Frank Lenig Peter and Barnabas Epworth League First Presbyterian Church Henry B. Master Wagush Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Theo. F. Hahn Third Church of Christ H. E. Stafford Church of God H. H. Spijher Christ English Lutheran Church W. H. Schrock First Baptist Church E.L. Dakin Chicago P. U Robison P.rk Captain Blondell Packard Band Frances Hoyt and Company Pracanting

Barney Oldfield Almost Fatally Jolted On Track

Lexington Kentucky reports Barney Oldfield, famed auto racer, escaped serious injury after a left front tire exploded during a track run. He was hurled through a fence but suffered only bruises as the car nearly flipped. Preparations now set for a Monday race against John J. Ryan of Cincinnati with preliminaries completed. Oldfield clocked a half mile in .29 yesterday.

Lexington Barney Oldfield Oldfield Publc John J. Ryan Cincinnati Ryan

Auburn Team Gets Its Trimmings at Montpelier

The Auburn baseball team left Auburn Indiana for Montpelier Ohio with high hopes to best the Buckeyes but returned reporting a 5 to 6 defeat. Pitcher Rainier injured a finger at Hamilton during the trip and may have affected performance.

Auburn Montpelier Ind Buckeyes Rainier Hamilton

Team struggles persist after close losses this season

The squad has shown good close games but lately cannot secure wins. Rai nier started yesterday but retired early for Palmer, who performed well. The team believes the outcome could have been different if Rai nier had finished the game.

Rainier Palmer

National League Shifts Players in Major Moves

National League President Harry C Pulliam announced several player releases and trades. Boston sends Harley J Young to Jersey City William F Mack and pitcher Sponberg depart unconditionally. New York moves J H McKenney to Altoona. Pittsburg sends Royal Shaw to Jersey City. St Louis ships Joseph L ORourke to Waterbury Conn and John C Barry to New York National.

New York Harry C. Pulliam National League Boston Jersey City Harley J Young Chicago William F. Mack Sponberg Altoona J. H. Mcl Kenney Pittsburg Royal Shaw St. Louis Waterbury

Walther League Social at Swinney Park August 13

Community notice invites members to attend a Walther League social at Swinney Park on Thursday August 13. Remember the date and join fellow members for an evening gathering.

Walther League Swinney Park

Carpet sale price list from early catalog

Extra heavy Ingrain Carpets 22¢ per yard, worth 30c. Extra heavy All-Wool Ingrain Carpets 426 per yard, worth 65c. 250 All-Wool Smyrna Rugs size 30x60, $1.43 each, worth $2.00. 500 Carpet Samples 11 yards long for rugs, 75¢ each. Heavy Linoleum yard wide 79¢ per yard, worth $1.00.

Loom End Sale at Gingham House Dresses Event

One lot of $6.00 ta ffe a petticoats black and colors. Black petticoats 84 0 regular 1.25 value. Children coats at half price. Ladies white lingerie dresses $5.00 values nt $2.49. Ladies gingham house dresses at each.

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Third Day in Great Prize Match at Corner Red and Gun Club

William Scherer leads the Classic as trap shooters from Corner Rod and Gun Club and former Wayne Gun Club exemembers compete in a twenty five target contest at the Corner Red and Gun Club range. Notables include Max Witzigreuter William Wirgman Frank Ben Witt William Fleming and others. Lederer currently tops the high gun standings with tight competition as the day's events unfold.

William Scherer Wayne Gun Club Max Witzigreuter Willian Wirgman VW. T

Lou Gribbins and the Airdome Circus Ticket Mixup

Louis Gribbins, a famed city prankster, visited the circus on Thursday. He sought tickets from manager Frank Bremer of the Airdome, who handed him two tickets plus an existing pass, then Lou and two friends attempted entry. The gatekeeper corrected him, noting the Airdome tickets were not valid for the circus, and Lou paid ten cents for admission alongside a meal offer at the Home Restaurant.

Louis Gribbins Lome Lou Frank Bremer Airdome Mimager Biemer Airedome McPermott and Osteen Ans Circus Froums Len Lew

Vandal damage reported at Reservoir park shade trees

Police report four catawaba trees at Reservoir park damaged Friday night with bark cut to several feet high. Residents condemn the act. police suspect vandals may be continuing a disturbing trend as season opens. Journal-Gazette wants ads.

Reservoir Park Tris

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