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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1908

Page

9

Socialist Party Plans Coast-to-Coast Special Train

The national executive committee of the socialist party in Chicago announced plans for a special train leaving August 30 with Eugene V. Debs and other speakers. The tour will visit cities from the Midwest to the Pacific coast and return to the East, distributing party literature and funded by socialist contributions.

Chicago Socialist Party Pacific Coast Eugene V. Debs Thts Atlantic Coast

Wife and Baby Die in Kitchen Coal Oil Fire

In Terre Haute Indiana a mother Mrs Edward Irons and her eight month old child Geroude died in a kitchen fire caused by careless coal oil kindling. The blaze began after an explosion and Mrs Irons returned to rescue the infant. The husband Renard Leon was away at work when he learned of the tragedy. He faces a nervous breakdown worry as news spread.

Terre Haute Ind Ang Edward Irons Irons Brenienold Vie Arenoe

City officials deny issuing order on Decatur car signs

Fort Wayne streamers advertising Adams county fair were removed from Decatur cars after a police officer cited signs scaring horses. Officials said no city order existed and Decatur promoters accepted the explanation, agreeing to redecorate the cars.

Fort Wayne Big Stream Adams County Decatur Fort Wayne Fair Association

Autumn social hopes and weddings grace Port Wayne week

A string of social events fills Port Wayne with gatherings and celebrations. Mrs Wools hosts a bridal party for Anna Dowsing who departs for Los Angeles. Guests include Fred Hoham Alan Vesey E W Cook J O Gumpger and many relatives.

Wools and Dauphen Mids Caryl Mr. Burr Johnson PesaTange Port Wayne Felands Mra Belle Reader Airs Anna Dowsing Los Angeles Cal Rapms Glih Gogens Gladlod Guebtaurins Neauts Ag Mestames Fred Hoham Alan ‘Vesey E.W. Cook Gumpger Sherman Archer Casey Daniel Shorey Martha Cox Frank Poole Heinrich Perry Schaefer Lilian Underhill Louis Curées Trachel Eckert PF. Wihg Miss Eckert Miss McConnell

Patrolman Johnson Saves the Bird in Sudden Fire Alarm

Neighborhood panic broke out when an explosion blew a sheet of glass from a house on West Superior Street. Patrolman Johnson climbed a ladder to rescue a canary in the upstairs room as bystanders watched the dramatic rescue and nearby fire equipment contained the blaze. The rest of the day saw residents recounting the incident and the firemen securing the scene.

Iva George Vawter Denver Cal Wal Naim Gleseking Brankville Ind Vawter C. F. Kirchhott Columns City West Sumioes Peter Street West Superior Street Noosa Patruiman Johnson Calhoun Street Superior Martin Bager Franklin Avenue Warana Min

Montpelier Wanderer Found at Ross House

A Montpelier wanderer, male, who had strayed from home, was found at the Ross house early yesterday morning. He was peacefully resting in bed and did not know he was in Fort Wayne. His illness is long standing and he was taken home yesterday.

George Ross House Evans Fort Wayne Maou

Woman's League Drafts Resolutions for Air. Clark Fairbank

The Woman's League adopts resolutions mourning the death of Air. Clark Fairbank. They express sympathy to his widow and daughter, commend his long life of service, and note the comfort found in his character and conversations. Resolutions will be sent to Mrs. Fairbank and named members. Ave. 17, 198.

Woman's League Air Clark Fairbank Isone Mst Clark Fair Bank Learus Jeague Mr Fair Mrs. Fairbank Anna Siboni Eubland Elizabeth Terman Werden Lida Tall Naylor Pree

Sunday Shoot At Corner Park

Fragmentary text describes a Sunday shoot at Corner Park with mentions of a gun club, a member named Whitten Letterer, and references to a state event. Details are garbled, but the piece notes a winter wind and a high score or activity involving several individuals, including Max Witzlerencen.

Whitten Ardekrinde Max Witzlerencen

Pattern No 2305 Ipass Meng Directions for Pattern Use

Caution notice about sewing pattern 2305 instructing users to follow provided directions. Warns to be careful with sizing and fabric recommendations during use, highlighting assembly steps and quality checks for the pattern.

Ipass

Battery Will Outing Planned at Armory Field

Battery D will hold a Sunday outing at the target range west of the city. They will depart at 120 Railday by interurban, carrying rations and a field placard. Activities include rifle practice, athletic events, and a baseball game between picked teams. Three new men were mustered in: George Inglehart, Walter D. Burns, and Irwyn R. Ulmer.

Ar-Mary George Inglehart Inwyn R. Ulmer Inglehart Second Ohio. Volunteer Infantry Zeats Ohio National Guard Benjamin Harrison Harry Clark

Handbag Stolen From Interurban Station

Report to police details a woman's handbag stolen at the interurban station. The owner, Mrs. Vers Rufner of Columbus, Ohio, valued valuables including a gold watch and $3. Suspects described: a tall, light-complexioned woman about 23, brunette woman in a dark skirt and white shirtwaist, a short dark-dressed man. Police asked to watch for a Huntington car and to arrest a person at Harmer and Erie. Also notes other thefts and notices in the area.

Vers Rufner Columbus Jack Lhe Peener Harmer Erie Street H. Willamix John Wyarysek Jann’ Wrydrysek

Fire destroys New Harmony as town suffers loss

Aug 17 fire at New Harmony Indiana caused near total ruin of the town. Fire companies responded from nearby towns with engines and telephones, but the blaze began behind Hunter's saloon and spread rapidly. Several residents were awakened and saved, while buildings including Hunter's saloon and a butcher shop suffered severe damage.

Rvaneville Ind Lew Harmony Ryeameyilly Ald Ant Fenwh Engine Company Nore Wason Jamar Taniewy Trun Hunter's Saloon Hunter's Pres Udante Georg Long Jit Stiggie Furkin Jnbithery Kore Wilson Nrtek Towelligg Mra

Governor Resting At Home After Three Weeks Travel

Governor returns home after extended travel period described as three weeks on the road. He meets with staff and public during the eve of a new timeline, referencing weather and resilience while noting cheerful disposition and steady health. The brief appears in a domestic press note with stray garbled phrases.

Western corn harvest outlook notes favorable yield

A commentator reports a generally favorable corn crop across ten western states with excellent condition in many areas. Some local flood and excess rain reduced acreage, but overall production is expected to surpass last year in most regions, including Nebraska Minnesota and Iowa, despite isolated setbacks.

Nebraska Minnesota

Indiana Editors At National Meeting Stopover at St Paul

Indiana editors attend the twenty-third annual convention of a national editor association in St Paul. Henry Branson Warner of Lexington NC presided. Respondents from Arkansas Indiana and Texas gave brief roll calls. The next president is expected to be Wily Mayes of Brownwood Texas Bulletin.

ST. Paul Mira Daily Record Elwood Mayes Brownwood Tex Bulletin Aba

Gasoline Blast Damages Home. Paulmann Family in Crisis

A gasoline explosion damaged the home of Frank Blickamn at 496 Basa Street. Edward Paulmann of 1202 Washington Boulevard East is missing, leaving his family destitute. In Bellingham, a city notice notes aid provided to Mrs. Paulmann. A derailment near New Westminster left eight miles south with several seriously injured, one likely fatally.

Fred Zimmerly West Jefferson Street Arnold Cardes Frank Blickamn Basa Street Edward Paulmann Washington Boulevard East Bellingham Wash le Cranking New Westminster W. C. Wheatus Andrew ‘Melane Mount Vernon

Dispatcher Blamed for Ohio Traction Wreck

A late report from Coroner Sastello assigns responsibility for a collision on the Western Ohio traction road near this city last Monday to dispatcher J C McKinney of Wapukoneta O. Evidence shows McKinney ordered the north bound car to stop at step 76 and the south bound car at step 72, five steps south of 70, causing the wreck that killed four and injured thirty two.

Ston Wreels

Fort Wayne Auto Plunged Down a Hill

Fort Wayne tragedy as Mr and Mrs Witred Larimore and child in a Fort Wayne auto lose night vision and speed after lights fail. Believing a turn approached, the car leaves the road and plunges twenty feet down an embankment at Dube Hill ending on its side. All occupants escape serious injury and seek aid with a farmer overnight. The wreckage is towed to Tollgate by neighboring help.

Weller Gair Airdome Clark Wallan Delphe. Ind Witred Larimore Dadzhtar Fort Wayne Larimore Ingwa Ox Dube's

Opening of Temple Nears as Tempe Theater Plans Unfold

Mr. Frank Steuier, Tempe theater manager, spent yesterday in the city discussing openings for the Temple. Plans include bowing in new acts and preparations for a winter season. The theater aims for a strong return with notable acts and publicity.

Frank Steuier Tempe Temple Lahar

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