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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1902
Page
7
Reports from St Louis indicate no progress toward ending the Wabash strike. Traders note committees confer with press, but no common ground reached. Shops remain closed. workers expect concessions yet to be granted. Also covered are a late engine sale to Archer Printing Co and a minor derailment delaying fast freights near Nickel Plate yards.
Mr. dj. C Winans, passenger agent, and B. I. Garrison, general treistr agent, report on railcar movements, detours, and new equipment with a focus on express business, crane installation, and forthcoming engine deliveries. Winans receives staff appointment. various personnel changes noted amid ongoing Pennsylvanian and Lake Shore activity and repairs after recent incidents.
A fragmented note describes postmeal discomfort including heaviness, distension, nausea, heartburn, and headaches. It lists symptoms such as gaseous eructations, faintness when lying down, dizziness, fever, and pale skin, suggesting indigestion and related malaise.
Ad promotes Radway's Pills as a remedy to free the system from diseases and disorders. Claims show a mix of vague ailments and daily doses, with sales via WyuBRists or mail. Mentions Radway & Co at 55 Elm Street with instruction to ensure the label reads Radway's.
Special to the Journal-Gaxi With Indiana press reports that Wabash Valley Gas may fail to deliver fuel during cold weather. Nearly one hundred consumers petitioned the city council demanding the company renew its fuel supply or lose its franchise. Wilshire Oil Co was granted a franchise to lay pipe and supply gas to residents, with work expected to start soon.
Mr Paul of Fopy Gas Co is expected in Anderson today or tomorrow at the invitation of Citizens' Gas Go officers to review the gas situation. Local figures such as George Forrey and Mr Netterville dispute rumors of a company shutdown while noting a contract with Fort Wayne Co remains in place. discussion anticipated on relations and service prospects.
A three year old boy wandered away near water and Web Streets causing a city wide search. Children were lined up and made to spell their names backward before a call to Mertz's Drug Store at Calhoun and DeWald. Within thirty minutes mother and child were reunited.
Barry Johnstone, actor, married to Kate Hassett, was found to have shot himself Monday night and is dying tonight at the hospital. Doctors have given up hope of saving him.
Local city notes include a Thursday election for L. Ausifiary No. 8 officials and a series of personal items. Oscar Schiefer, bookkeeper for F. M. Smith & Co., is gravely ill at his Montgomery street home. Mrs. W. L. Moelering sails to Chicago for weeks with Dr. F C Holz. Dr. A. Shaw and wife announce the birth of a daughter in Ottawa, and Mrs. Shaw is formerly Jessie McAllister of Fort Wayne. Miss Addie Diether, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Diether, underwent surgery at St. Joseph’s hospital and remains ill. Sheriff Stout hosted a surprise party at his home, with a hunting party bringing fish from St. Louis. The gathering featured supper, music, and cards, including T. Baker and Michael Krieg. Funeral services for Kenneth Andrew Ehinger are set for the afternoon at the Lafayette Street residence and at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
Services scheduled at 1 30 from 1401 East Washington for a Lis service and 2 from Concordine Lutheran Linton church for Mrs Elizabeth Tinton. Afternoon service at 1 20 from 128 West Lewis and 2 from Bethel Avangetival church for another funeral. Mrs Ke L Paine of Los Angeles has returned home after a sentiment with Dr W H Johnston.
Police and detectives moved through Columbus Street late evening after reports of gunfire and arrests. Witnesses described a tense scene with several suspects detained at the station while questions about motive and health were raised amid the confusion.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a county jail removal, a person named Asher, hospital rejection, trustee orders for caretaking, and threats of legal action. Details are unclear with numerous garbled terms and uncertain names.
A garbled early railway notice touts the Lemigh Valley Route as the sole gouty line between Rufiglo and Philadetytlla with Automatic Mock Signal System and stone ballast to ensure speed and safety. It lists Western Passenger Agent Geo R. Cheshrough of Nuufaln New York and references trains, fares, and payments amid numerous unreadable names and places.
The Smith Wayne sewer inspection postponed due to heavy rains and rising water. An alternative date will be set. assessment rolls may not appear tonight. Committees weigh rules and ordinances on garbage finance and electrical inspection measures, with finance committee planning a meeting.
Albert Kluger seeks justice role in Washington Township but declines campaigning. C. W. Mayhouser, once jailed, remains determined to run for office. David Heathing, elected constable with Me Kinger, also signs to serve, despite unclear circumstances.
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