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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented OCR text fails to provide a coherent news item. Readable fragments reference Penny Wise, Pound Foolish and unrelated garbled phrases. No identifiable persons, organizations, or events emerge for a meaningful summary.
Disjointed text details a brewing dispute over Warsaw freight routes and interests in North Webster and nearby communities. Mentions people like Wathetree and Tetherston, plus regional firms and a contested trade environment. The garbled OCR lacks clear dates or outcomes but centers on competition influence over transportation and supply lines.
Barnard states that states and nation lack binding clausal authority over federal standards. He cites a Grand Conference of experts advocating uniform food and drug standards, opposing recent federal orders. Hammond and Lake County officials push immediate action to curb pollution in Lake Michigan and protect public water supplies.
Idabella Johnson sues in superior court asking for 2500 alimony and a restraining order after alleged brutal treatment and threats by Genner Johnson. The suit also seeks court-ordered alimony and limits on his access to funds and property. Other items note divorce grants for Willa Shuey, Mary Osborne, and various probate and real estate matters including wills and chattel mortgages.
Fragmented OCR text describes awning styling and a contest setting with place names in Tennessee and surrounding areas. The readable parts mention beauty, awnings, stores, and a focus on design quality. No clear dates or outcomes are present.
The Majestic will present Just Out of College on Sunday evening. A humorous portrayal by Ade follows the adventures of everyday people seen through the eye of a humorist. The show promises light comedy and seasonal entertainment for local audiences.
Spectators packed the Airdome for a Friday night program featuring multiple acts. A young performer accompanying Miss Adler won favor with children while an energetic stagehand arranged gladiolus displays in the lobby, drawing praise as audiences exited.
The Brent Aneecsa of the Airdome boosts the show’s popularity and the management announces a special matinee today at 2:80 at the Alndostie featuring Miss Adler and her young boy singer.
Winona Lake Md August 14 The town set a record for excursion visitors on Friday as Fort Wayne Bowser company led the crowd for its annual picnic. Attendees arrived from Parmland Sharpshike Knightstown and Auburn with Auburn travelers routed via Milford Junction on the Baltimore and Ohio railroad to the Winona interurban line.
Wawasee Indiana claims the distinction of the smallest postoffice in the world with a building about six feet tall and five feet square. Postmaster Jesse M Sargent sends souvenir postals to friends as hundreds visit daily. The village lies on the B and O railroad about 115 miles from Chicago.
Auburn Indiana reports Guenny K to enter military camp in September with Company K composed of local and Waterloo members. The unit previously trained at Fort Benjamin Harrison in July and August. Proximity with the Second Regiment allows visits between regiments and a school substitute may be hired for the ensuing days. Wayne knit half price noted at the Pallersop Fletcher sale.
Jad Aug 11 At the Taft and Sherman Club meeting Councilman A C Brouse was elected president replacing HC Park who resigned due to city work. Louis Keillor resigned as treasurer and PF Whitford was elected to succeed him. A note invited Albion club members to join the gathering and exchange club literature. An outing is planned for Aug 21 with Hon Javier Walken to address members.
A young married woman died at Auburn after a two week decline from dropsy and uremic disease. She was about twenty five years old. Her condition had worsened over the past year and intensified in the two weeks before death. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev Slater Sunday at one o'clock at the Lutheran church.
Washington, Aug 14. Lloyd of The delegate discusses looming contests in New York Ohio Illinois Minnesota Wisconsin. He predicts Democratic gains in California and Nebraska while Republicans face misgivings over industrial mood, urging focus on living costs and anti-lying campaigns.
Mrs. Sali recently bought the late Wilmer Leonard estate and hired a young man to teach her automotive construction. The man left with the car last week and has not been seen since. The machine broke down at Logansport and police there have been told to track it down.
Mrs. Menninger of Topeka Kansas won first honors in the Windna assembly program diploma contest. Lois Tolbert of St. Louis placed second, with Mrs. WM Hume of Plymouth, Ind. noted among top participants. Dr. A Judson Arrick of the Presbyterian church at Eadalivile acted as inquisitor.
Bluffton's fire company announces plans to attend the upcoming tournament on August 27. They will march in full white uniforms led by the band, promising to attract large crowds and support from friends.
Mrs George Laidhner at 10 Baltes avenue was accosted by a group of youths on Guten street while visiting her sister. One attacker struck her in the face as she resisted and fell to the pavement. Police Sergeant Pappert and Officer Totnes pursued the assailants but could not catch them as they fled.
In Monroe new developments unfold as local figures name business plans and activities. The report mentions Hocker Rend and Smith with ties to herd varieties and regional commerce, along with upcoming theater completion and store operations in Berne as part of broader community efforts.
A Baltimore Methodist Episcopal church campaign urges electing a House speaker who will allow interstate liquor shipment control to proceed. The Temperance Society, chaired by a bishop, calls for Congress to back the proposed measure and to appoint supporters who will vote to bring it to a vote, arguing it protects public morals and the people.
Wash Aug 14 Patents have been issued to Indiana mentees for a variety of devices and improvements. Names include Buxton Richmond Clark Terre Haute Delstor Fort Wayne Dirks ion Indianapolis and Evansville engineers and firms. The list covers adjustable journal, ore concentrating tackle, freight car hanger, coal mining jack, ratchet wrench and pipe fittings among others.
A narrative exchanges plans for a shared future home, focusing on building a house with a large kitchen and practical, modern features. The dialogue contrasts old New England kitchen ideas with a southern home setup, emphasizing efficiency, cost, and the role of the maid while offering household tips and humorous reflections on domestic life.
Multiple obituaries and funeral notices from St. Tinsley and Crawfordevile. Anna Mary Berg, 80, died in St. Joseph's hospital after a long illness, survived by children Elizabeth Missner, Mary Unger, Katharine Lauer, Jacob and Peter Tempel. brother George Brnndel. 22 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Widow of a former husband, she was a devout Catholic and will be buried after services at St Mary's. Other notices include infant Leamly Leamis, five months, died of bowel inflammation. funeral Sunday at 2:20 from the Leamis residence. The Frappier, drowned in the Mississippi at Laurel, Miss., is due to arrive for burial preparations in the Schone morgue, later to her mother's home.
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