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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1908
Page
2
A ragged OCR fragment describes workers gathered at a door at a hospital or facility, with mentions of a manager, police, and unrest. It notes one in five elements, a crowd outside, and a disrupted scene with unclear names and places.
A fragmented 1890s style critique discusses Bryan as a potential White House contender. It argues Republicans view him as a credible electorial threat, noting strength in West Virginia Maryland and Delaware and in traditionally Democratic states of the solid South. It weighs electoral math toward 216 votes with possible crossovers and mentions Roosevelt as an influence on voters.
A meeting of the Ninth Ward Democratic club is set for August 20 at the new Wigwam on Wells Street. Judge Biche Brewin will address the gathering. Officers include President Wikio By Bayery and Secretary Jos- El Harkey, with a committee chaired by Ren Richter and Louis Uplexger. The club plans regular meetings during the 1908 campaign. A previous meeting was halted by a scheduling issue. Fort Wayne gossips note former resident Gatlin Berg visiting and recount Meyers as bank president and Democratic nominee for the legislature.
The Ninth Ward Democratic club organized last night with about members and elected officers: President William F. Bayer, Vice President Joseph A. Fale, Secretary Dodane, Treasurer Louis Uplegger. County Chairman Alva Johnson presided and gave two addresses. Next Thursday the club will meet in the new Ninth Ward hall for a speech by Judge Richard K Erwin.
At the Franco British exhibition grounds a balloon explosion killed two people and injured six as preparations for an ascent began. The balloon belonged to Captain Lovelace of the New York Aero Club. A lighted match is blamed. Miss Hill, eighteen, secretary to Captain Lovelace, died in the incident.
Mary Adams age eleven living with Mr Soorwine near Alupfton suffered a severe wasp sting to the temple while playing near Corn Crik north of the city. The sting caused a fall from a wooden sill, striking the stomach and drawing medical aid. Doctors tended her and expect recovery.
In Los Angeles Freddie Welch the English lightweight champion defeated Johny Murphy of San Francisco by decision after twenty-five rounds at Vernon. Murphy bravely absorbed a heavy beating with a bloody nose and swollen eyes as Welch pressed the attack throughout, earning the victory in a duel praised for gameness.
Mr. Frank P. Higgins, longtime Pennsylvania Railroad engineer and noted citizen, lies at death’s door at 1 Jefferson Street after a gradual physical decline. The 70 plus veteran has been prominent in industrial and civic affairs, and his attending physician fears he may not survive the day.
An account by Rist News Bureau describes a disturbance at a city saloon involving a six foot night police officer. The intoxicated officer reportedly knocked down a patron and fought with others, with witnesses noting the incident but details remaining unclear as authorities sort through testimonies and affidavits.
Police investigate a mysterious murder at Miss Porter’s home in Loudenville on a late afternoon in August. The scene involves Miss Tester Porter and a young woman named Miss Verte, with neighbors and locals noting the tense mood and unclear motive.
In Boston a union convention discussed politics with a resolution endorsing the Democratic platform. Belerae Tenty West of Birmingham introduced it. after vigorous debate the measure was withdrawn at his request. Delegate Berry urged backing Democratic principles and urged individual effort for the party. A quixotically neutral declaration of principles was adopted, omitting any candidate references. Chief Fairfield Pinelwt spoke on conservation as the session wound down.
A baby boy born to Aly and Mrs. QO Davidson along with relatives in the city is noted beside updates on local injuries and recoveries. Frank J. Forbing reports to a new post in Seattle after a Long Island military school visit, while Harry Balls and George Banker plan a two week lakes tour. An arrest at Pennsylvanian station ends with a demented man named Henry Schaffer, once seen terrorizing children. Other items include fishing brag, hotel visits, and street by street notes on local property and activity.
Indianapolis August 14 Mayer Frankel is arrested on a murder charge following the death of his wife amid a disputed affair. The case also involves alleged blackmail connected to Abramson and Bell, a solicitor for Metropolitan Insurance and Meridian Trust, with Bell said to have received $500 in relation to Frankel.
Winnipeg Aug in a late report the Dominion Government Interdepartmental Labour Commission will intervene in the strike at Canadian Pacific railways across all trades. Officials hope for an amicable settlement within forty eight hours as talks with company representatives proceed. Z H McVery departed for the east to confer with Ottawa on the government’s role.
In Wabash Indiana detectives pursued a horse thief from Wataeh and Minn counties the suspect eluded capture for days. George Moore, sought for stealing a horse near Porn, surrendered in North Manchester after pleading guilty and paying a fine. Sheriff Freeman reported no further pursuit at that moment.
In Sullivan County trouble erupts as operators suspend payroll dues enforcement after a driver discharge. The United Mine Workers district AWU orders a wage deduction protest, threatening to idle every mine if owners refuse to collect dues and assessments. The Readanne incident triggers a broader strike, despite contract concerns.
Springfield faces violent unrest as a white mob attacks Black residents after an assault. Governor Denecer orders militia and cavalry from Peoria Bloomington and Pekin. Troops rush in. several civilians injured, a boy killed, and Loper's restaurant wrecked amid chaotic street clashes.
Bloomington Illinois Aug 14 mob violence erupted after reports of assaults and arrests. A crowd forced entry at a local jail threatening two black men, while Springfield mobilized troops and rail to Portage to avert further danger. Police and fire crews intervened as crowds dispersed under dawn light.
An old newspaper note emphasizes that advertising is as essential for merchants as the act of selling itself. The piece underlines the mutual importance of ads in attracting customers and supporting commerce.
The American battle line widens its tie with Rear Admiral Sperry on leave, sails expected by August 4 and remains a week. Thousands ashore daily with no peace disturbances. A cutter race for the Battenbury cup drew a crowd in the arbor. Admiral Sperry leads observers including New Zealand jurists and Connecticut figures.
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