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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1908

Page

2

Fort Wayne reception for Watson sparks campaign clash

Amid noisy applause for James B. Watson supporter of Beveridge, tensions rise as Van Reid of New York faces scrutiny over a Wall Street squeeze. Governor Cummins in Des Moines pledges a special Iowa Senate session to push a popular vote for U S senator, while debates over socialism and Republican policy kindle political fervor across figures like Roosevelt, Harriman, and Rockefeller.

van Reid New York Wall Street Mr. Reid James B. Watson Alpert J. Beveridge Witlch Des Mines Cumwing Dove Cedars United States

Debates on Bank Deposit Guarantees and Public Safety

A long letter argues for a national bank deposit insurance system with district redemption boards to secure deposits and strengthen banks. It discusses the Fowler bill, supervision, and the need to prevent unsafe banking practices while preserving confidence. A second piece criticizes state inspections and calls for reform under Governor Watson, citing recent county coroner inquest findings and personnel changes.

Irs Cevet Fund Luther Dreams Acter Bu Uratis Ins Reyor Mhayranch Che & Ite Canada Altring Banka Panigemene New York MR. Watson

Political Talk Tonight at Creighton Meeting

The Sixth ward democratic club holds an evening gathering at headquarters on Broadway near Paclur Street. District Chairman ER GC Heftmar and others will speak at the Tenth Ward meeting at Creighton.

Leimicratic Club Paclur Street Heftmar Tenth Ward Creightoy Mladé Harrison Street Vy County Lo A. Rose Democratic and Republican Thorp Frits Abolte Canter Achoolhouse Nomines Hal

Uncle Sam's Panama Canal Work Compared to French Effort

In 17 years the Wrench excavated 22,800,000 cubic yards while Uh les Sat has excavated 11,000,000 cubic yards in the last 12 months. The article notes Uncle Sam will accomplish in two years what the French did in 17, highlighting the massive scale of the Panama Canal project and the contrasting pace of work.

Uncle Sam Wil

Uncle Sam and French work on isthmus one year tale

A U S Canada? diagram compares excavation totals over the year at Panama. It shows American progress dwarfing earlier French efforts, with July outputs around 942 824 cubic yards and total American excavation about 11 006 090 cubic yards in 12 months. It argues one third of the work is completed, notes labor and lock construction still ahead, and praises efficiency, planning, sanitation, and use of machinery.

Sam New York Washington, D.C Panama Old Company Abdaxoin Uncle Sam Hell

Canal construction progress and workforce expertise noted

The article cites 18445,426 cubic yards of excavation and a skilled workforce guided by railroad-trained leaders. It predicts the canal will be completed by January 3, 1915, with ships able to travel from the Atlantic to the Pacific ahead of schedule, noting a 200 foot lift and descent in the lock system.

Nis Chicago Atlantic Pacific

Ward Committees Form for Campaign as Drum Corps Named

A ward campaign club organized with a drum corps for public events. Eighth Ward Democratic club set up headquarters in the old church building after a large meeting at Neweier's hall. Officers include President Wilhelm Freuchtenicht and Vice President George Braktury.

Eighth Ward Democratic Club Neweeier's Apo Wilhalm Freuchterteht George Brak Tury Peter Brann Charles H. Rodenheet Nev Tt Campaigiana William Wastenfeld Upnolle Verminilites Ohe Tal Fpcislinu Sehich J. Qerbst Ed Nieman Tienrxs ‘Wher William Mahrt Xruse Theodor Liehtsinn William Deences Charle Laver B. Pelts Golden F Freee B. Korte Ninth Ward Denderatic Club

City council debates wires removal and park access plan

Fort Wayne council discusses removing wires along the district under a 9 month deadline, approves related ordinances, and forges a track repair agreement with the Traction company. A park access bid of 110 is endorsed for Swinney Park from the Fleming estate, while routine financial reports and invitations to municipal meetings are noted.

Newman Hurd Wight Flt Board of Worka Fort Wayne & Wabash Valley Traction Une Lis Col. J. Lavering Jones Byw de Fret Oftt Tawton Park Boar of Works S. D. Boions Guy Colerick Tany Meyer Hosey Sten Rodenbeel Henry Langard Enger Wyss Loesch Marvin Johnson Sword of Works Metropolitan Engineing and Construction Company of Chicago General Ordnance No Swinney Park Water Works Department Fadace and Water Works HAGAL James H. Fry Selinol] Board Balcote Tures Ances Tultlom Fund Sparta Fund Piners Library Fund Toisas League of American Municipalties Omaha Neb Willam J. Hogey Schwier Nun Resoluion Traction Company East Lewis Street Berry West End My. B. Paul Mossman Park Board Rupert E. Fleming Swinney Berry Steel Wayrock St.Mares Mir. Mossi Wrk Glock Harrison Hig Harrigan

American Bar Association Convenes Third Seventh Annual Convention

In Washington at the Washington Hotel delegates from across the United States attend the American Bar Association meeting. President Dickiron addresses the legislative scene and new laws. the first order of business is selecting a new general council secretary. Members include RK and Taylor.

Wash M. Wilkinson New Washington United States Dickireon Union Taylor

Kaufman Dominates Flynn in Narrow Boxing Win

Al Kaufman defeats JW Flynn in a hard fought bout at Los Angeles with a late surge after a chaotic ninth round. Flynn is knocked down multiple times as Kaufman seizes control, sustaining a battering sequence until the referee halts the action.

Los Angel Raafman Jin Kaufman Flynn Sam Sui Chia Corhor Agala Haven Fur

Mandiola Returns to Spain After Deportation Effort

Immigration officials in Fork Warne placed Mandiola under spotter watch at Chica after his arrival yesterday morning. The Spaniare, linked to a deadly on-train incident near Fork Warne last June, faced deportation proceedings following a multistage review by Marine Service authorities.

Davies Chica Fty Mandiain Amallan Om Fork Warne Wood Marine Service Mandiola

Deportation Order for Mendiola Reaches New York Handovers

Mr Davies acted on a recommendation to arrest Mendiola and send him to New York. The steamship company will bear cost to return him to the port of embarkation and cover deportation expenses. Government to reimburse county for two months’ custody maintenance. Davies and Prosecutor Thomas spoke with Mendiola through an interpreter yesterday.

Journal-Gazette Cansidare Watson Mr. Watson Blakely Fitires Watson Beiig Santhy T Walson Davies Mendiola New York Steamemp Company Mandiola Sme Thomas

City News Briefs From A City

Chicago guest George MP Crowley returns home after visit. A tire fire in the Coombs barn on West Berry Street prompted a department run. A Lima birth reports Mrs BE Kettler a daughter. A rear residence blaze on Runnion Avenue causes near total loss, garage damaged. Local bankers and officials, including E M Tesla and C V Morris, visited the city. Navy recruiting activity noted at the federal building. Two men detained in Lingt awaiting examination for service.

Air George MP. Crowley Chicago Adam A. Yaunelart Coombs West Berry Street BE. T. Kettler Lima Kettler Semnantteeler ,Purnithre Company Tima Iry Keller Jenris Gang Adam Clark Runnion Avenue Pliester C. V. Morris Pennsylvania Navy Rhs Iy Lingt Yestenfay Ier Pressey

Majestic Stock Company Opens Season in Fort Wayne

Manager Rien returned from Chicago after consultations with Mr Wricht Huntington on the new stock company. Contracts were signed in Chicago and sent to New York for the entire company. Fort Wayne’s population will increase by seventeen when the actor colony arrives and becomes residents.

Rien Chicago

The Cowboy and the Lady Appears at Fort Waste

A fragmentary notice talks of a traveling company presenting The Cowboy and the Lady with a one dollar attraction. It urges readers to attend and see the troupe once, praising the company and promising strong entertainment.

Mayers Rive Sala Huntington Fort Waste C. Goodwiy

City Notes On Visitors And Convalescence In town

City residents and visitors are noted in a mixed rundown of people at home and about. Herman Bersner of Chirgo visits the city while Mrs Joseph Wiedemann rests at 1517 Fayette Street. Anne Cashman returns after a week with friends. Tom Jackson AW reports a guest stay. Mrs George Hoffman and Mrs Martha Betzer were in town with plans to stay several days with friends. The Commercial Bank released a statement yesterday afternoon. WM Ferped is remembered in the memory of Abe Goldsmith whose funeral was held in Ligonier.

Herman Bersner Chirgo, Ly Joseph Wiedemann Fayette Street Anne Cashman Tom Jackson George Hoffman Peters I Martha Betzer Fort ‘Estordy Pier Foungstoyy Commercial Bank Uni Sisternoon WM Abe Goldsmith Ordin Ligonier

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