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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1908
Page
2
An opinion page fragment discusses persistent campaign slogans and party loyalties. It notes Philadelphia and New York influence, urges Republicans to back Mr. Irvin, and criticizes reform rhetoric while questioning the path to victory for James E. Wadean.
A garbled OCR style account describes a senate session with figures like W wise and a president pro tem overseeing proceedings. It mentions banking policy debates on depositor protection and government action, including references to deposit insurance and bank guaranties amid political contention.
In Decatur allegations claimed city orders forced streetcar removal after an interurban line caused horse fright. Officials deny knowledge of any such action, while Adams and Allen counties fear damaging publicity. Promises made for fair cooperation aim to preserve cross county harmony and a successful county fair season.
Government readies petition to the Court of Appeals after Judge Landis fined Standart Oil $49,240,000. Supreme Court denial looms as DOJ weighs next move. Court action could set precedent on regulatory power and air transport taxation allegations.
A historic proclamation notes Labor Day on September 7 as a legal holiday. Governor and officials announce the designation, aiming to honor workers and set observance dates for government and public life across the state.
The piece discusses rising unemployment, drunkenness, and despondency in Chicago, citing Tribune editorials and newspaper debates. It links these issues to Republican control, critiques tariff promises, and notes widespread joblessness among railway workers, imploring readers to question campaign assurances a decade after similar claims.
A promotional appeal stresses the Journal-Gazette advantage in attracting subscribers and reader reach for Fort Wayne merchants. It urges Retail Merchants’ Association to review circulation and advertising worth, arguing advertisers deserve open disclosure to maximize value.
An advertisement fragment by a Pioneer Insurance man reflects a focus on lace fashion items such as lace coats hats collars and blouses while noting the reader’s disappointment at missing ads. The surrounding text suggests a general promotional tone about weaving ads into the paper to retain reader interest.
Charles Bower reports in Fort Wayne that Bryan sentiment grows across states among traveling salesmen and small manufacturers, with many Republicans shifting. Roger notes broad Democratic leanings as campaign work begins. events include Ninth Ward Taft League setup, and Wed evening meetings at Democratic headquarters. Local clubs plan speeches by Judge Erwin and James H Watson keynote in August.
Mr. C J Lose received a telegram announcing the death of Henry H Bassier at his daughter's home in St Louis. Remains will arrive tomorrow morning and go to Peltier's undertaking rooms for burial. Bassler died of senility after weeks of decline. He was about eighty years old and spent most of his life here before moving six years ago. He was an early Fort Wayne insurance and financial services professional.
In the Rolling Mill district a drunken brawl broke out near Morris King’s saloon. Patrolmen Wonk arrested four Romanians. one was wounded in the leg by glass, another hit in the arm. The four will be arraigned this morning after two police runs to catch the rioters and identify the ringleader.
Report describes a threatened mass strike by about ten thousand miners in Pittsburg Pennsylvania. The action targets wage checks and working conditions, with union leaders planning a coordinated walkout and potential disruption to mining districts. Frank Feehan urges a meeting of governing bodies to address the dispute and prevent escalation.
At Elhart Indiana August 18 a Hughart and Western caboose derailed seven miles west of the city after a span spread on the track causing a complete somersault. Conductor Busia Carpenter was killed and Brakeman O D Mack badly injured. Both families reside in the area. The injured man was taken to Richart hospital.
Thom as R. Marshall spoke at the Vincennes Chautauqua Monday amid claims that a majority are Democrats at heart while criticizing the Chicago convention as a mere show. He attacked campaign fund secrecy, claimed Republicans feared disclosure, and denied taking outside money. He urged enforcement of laws via courts, not legislators, and noted a reception at the Grand hotel with Mrs Marshall present.
Mr. B J Fallon from the United States pension office in Indianapolis visits the city to see friends. Dr J W Autenrieti returns from vacation. Several residents travel to Mackinac Island and lake points. A wall collapse at a Lafayette street barber shop causes no injuries. Miss Hobrock from Frank Dry Goods assists in selecting goods for the cloak department. Mr Frank Pope, a United States Express driver, is slightly injured after his wagon hits a car track. Gas lines and street work affect Pine to Wabash, Pox Avenue, Taylor to Wabash, Clay to Montgomery, and Hough streets. Justice Tanney fines Sonn Vadresky for assault and battery. John K Shelley travels from Mek Pa to visit family in Port Wayne. James M Kane’s family visits. his son shows improvement after hospital visit. Moon Woodmen of America members prepare for Auburn gathering. Woodmen officials attend. Edward’s camp exhibition planned with northern Indiana participants and officers named.
The Majestic screens The Denver Express this Friday with daily matinées, after a run of melodramas like The Silver King. The eccentric Indians and a lively plot promise a peculiar yet pleasing experience, while Saturday features the Golden Gross Nobody's Lair as the main attraction.
Grangers from Whitley County plan the first annual field meeting in Columbia City on Friday September 0 with an all day program of speeches music and a basket dinner. speakers include Brother Aaron Jones from South Bend the national Grange lecturer. The new Elk River Grange building nears completion and its dedication ceremony will be a feature of the day with all citizens invited.
A local notice reports a death at the county farm in Columbia. The fragmentary obituary mentions a son named Tad Atif and references funeral arrangements and a memorial event.
Fragmentary OCR note presents a jumble about a veiled woman and a closed contract. It references a migrant, a windiane term, and a confrontation with unclear actions. Limited readable names or places appear. core event and participants remain unclear.
Matnon Indiana August 1 M there was a gathering at Mattar Park when the Grant County Octogenarian club met for its sixth annual meeting More than 200 octogenarians live in the county A feature was the construction of a log cabin built with no nails using old tools The cabin will stand in the park as a monument The exhibition of curios and other items attracted attention
Bluffton Indiana August 18 a girl was born to Mrs Fulk wife of the ex surveyor of Adams county at the home of Mrs Christ Ashbaucher. Fulk was jailed in Decatur for beating his wife inhumanly. Relatives obtained five children for Bluffton where they will be cared for. Household goods moved here as final separation proceeds. Morphine habit blamed for Fulk’s downfall and crime.
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