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Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1902

Page

2

Fort Wayne Gazette Adopted Ties to Rail Line Interests

Fort Wayne Gazette notes the city’s secured railroad development via a Toledo to Indianapolis trunk line. At the Commercial Club meeting last night, attendees voiced strong support for the Pennsylvania Railroad Company, praising its importance to Fort Wayne and urging it receive the city’s backing and adequate facilities.

Fort Wayne Toledo Indianapolis Pennsylvania Company Pensylvania Railroad Company Pennsylvania Railroad Company Fork Wayne

American Mineral Production 1901 totals and trends

A United States Geological Survey report by David T. Day details the 1901 mineral resources value at 1,086,529,621 dollars, the second year surpassing the 1 billion mark. Iron and coal remain leading products despite iron’s decline, with coal rising to 348,910,468 dollars. Nonmetallic products jumped to 567,261,144 dollars, while metallic products fell to 548,268,377 dollars.

United States Uuiter States Geological Surge David T. Day Alaska Colorado

Good Roads Movement Gains Attention in Congress

Representative J A Belcher of Cleveland pushes for early action on a good roads bill introduced last session. The plan would authorize a president appointed representative from each department and national bodies to convene with governors to draft legislation for public road improvements and related rural services. The first house bill calls for a $20 million road construction appropriation.

J. A. Belcher Cleveland Congress Beicher Farmers of America Committee On Agriculture Departments of War, Agriculture, Galerivy and Postasive National Good Roads Association National League For Good Roads Reidler Brownlow Tennessee Ohio

Auction Sale of Jewelry at Sievert's

The sale began last evening with rapid bidding as Ravens, an expert auctioneer, described each item clearly. Today features a lady's dam and a private sale has ended, with all goods to be sold at auction until exhausted. doors open at 1 30 this afternoon, next sale starts promptly at 2 o'clock. evening sale begins at 7:00.

Ravens Trey

Fort Wayne Boat May Win Lipton Cup in Interlake Race

Fort Wayne boat to contend for the 3,500 Lipton Cup in the Interlake yacht races on the Great Lakes this summer. Kehos Boat and Motor Co submits a 25-foot vessel proposal by invitation from the Chicago Yacht Club. Mr. Kehoe, back from Chicago, expresses confidence in securing the contract.

Dval Port Wayne Interlake Great Lakes Thomas Lipton Kehos Boat and Motor Company Chicago Kehoe Giiingo

Miners Hear Witnesses As Strife Marks Scranton Inquiry

In Scranton today the anthracite stake commission heard miners describe harsh conditions at Hagleton and Middle coal fields. Witnesses alleged favoritism against union critics and feared reporting unsafe mine sites to inspectors, who may face company-backed dismissal threats. Settlement talks were rumored but not confirmed, with decisions expected in New York.

Scranton Anthracite Stake Commission Hagleton Middle Toal Himes New York

Navy Sets Rules for Three Fleets Naval Maneuver Drills

The navy department reveals the rules guiding a mock three fleet clash in the West Indies. White Aces led by Sumner and Crowninshield and Blue Heel under Higginson stage a staged mining and port seizure to test engagement timings. The exercise covers fleet sighting, port entry, mining, and victory conditions based on force parity and timing.

Washington Navy Department Harapon North Avartic South Atlan West Indies Sumner Crowninshield Blue Heel Higginson Blue Fleet Latitide Barbasdoes Porto Rican Mayaguez Great Berber Culebra Jess

Bryan letters and party tensions cited in Indiana election

A Globe Democrat dispatch reports that Bryan sent many letters to Louisiana and Indiana Democrats urging defeat of their party tickets. The Commoner criticizes the Kansas City platform, warns against eroding party unity, and notes Republican efforts to nominate congressmen. Indiana’s results expose failed harmony and the risks of compromise with Republicans. Indiana Democratic woes and 1904 gubernatorial hopefuls in Indiana are noted, including Newton Gilbert and George A H Shidelet.

Calmel Bryan St. Lewis Globe Democrat Jalianapolis Mr. Bryan Kansas City New York Diga Bryan Indiana Newton Gilbert Fort Wayne Arden George A. H. Shidelet Marion

Societies Elect Officers In Fort Wayne and Indiana Lodges

Fort Wayne fraternal groups named new officers. Fraternal Order of Eagles listed Worthy Past President G William Wilson and other officers. Fraternal Assurance Society announced officers for 1903. Catholic Benevolent League of Indiana chose leaders headed by John McNulty and Michael Howtine. Wayne Tent lodge elected officers including Henry Tieriany and John Hall.

Fort Warne Fraternal Assurance Society Tohn Pfeiffer M. WV. Kemp W.A. Ferris Mrs. Frances J. B. NM Dis E. J. Perrer Carl Yaple L. Jamieson New Guard Lee J. Inde Ourer A. J. Nail Ada Mundeville K. J. Hussler Ww. H. Dawkins Plumadore St. Patricky Counen Catholic Benevolent League of Indiana J. F. Delaney John McNulty Willie Balmer Michael Howtine John C. Selsh George Harkenrifler Collecor Bernard Kessman Thosa Gorman Lontspied Joseph Kirk William Fry William Kehoe Lawitate Megtmeyer Henry Altekruse Sentinel Alg. Baker Noth Crawford

Mines and forces set for lively contest sequence

William H. Hart and Secretary of State Union B Hunt discuss a table of resources noting the Blue force must be fifty percent greater than the White. With this array of material the contest is certain to be lively.

William H. Hart Union Hunt

Cold Wave Sweeps Across States With Freezing Temps

The cold wave hits multiple states with subzero readings and snow. In Alexandria Louisiana the Red River rises as frost and chilling winds grip the region. Topeka Kansas reports severe zero weather while Little Rock Arkansas records a 22 degree drop and first snows. Vicksburg Mississippi endures rain and snow squalls with freezing temps. A Dallas jeweler ad notes miniature cuckoo clocks at Green's Arcade.

Topeka Kus Kansas Bob Little Rock Ark Dallas Green's Arcade

Richmond Brief Weather Report Shows Net Loss Turnover

Richmond Ind December 1 The weather report for Tuesday cites operating expenses and receipts with a deficit. The repair account stands at 7 18 and materials at 40a1a. Officials expect the plant to become profitable in time despite November showing.

Richmond Ind

Were Not Men Wanted, Laporte Ing. Dec 3

In Adgerton C after sanitation he ordered the release of three men held on suspicion of murdering Wesley Reynolds. No developments today.

Dollar Oil A Fact Ohio Market Update Dec 4

Crude oil prices rose three cents as dollar oil set at $1.06 for North Lima and $1.01 for South Lima. Wanted: chronically experienced stenographer. Apply Noor, eich on isnilding.

Ohio North Lima South Stenager Noor Eich Isnilding

Hair supplies at Rodenbeck's 1004 Calhoun

Switches. Nothing improves a ladys appearance as much as a fine head of hair. Ty mature has out supplied you, you can find just what you need at Rodenbeck's 1004 Calhoun Lau Block Steod-tt.

Rodenbeck's Calhoun Lau

Unclear Readership Promo Text Prompts Broad Use

Fragmentary lines suggest a newspaper promo praising the Journal-Cazette for breadth and usefulness. No discernible events, dates, or identifiable entities are present beyond the publication name and generic statements about readers seeking results.

Diptheria Case Reported in Philley Family on Victoria Street

Local health note records a new diphtheria case within the Philley family at Victoria Street. The item also recalls recent social happenings including a Buffalo Jill Show tour and a farewell gathering for Mr. Arthur Ervin at the Kammeyer country home in Lake township.

Philley Victoria Street Buffalo New York Dow Great Britain France Germany Wayre Chris, Christiansen Clyde Fields von §. Goetz West Randsh Indianapolis Arithur Ervin California Joseph Farvin

Pardon for Habitual Criminals in Ohio

The Ohio Board of Pardons recommends pardoning habitual criminals imprisoned in the state penitentiary under the habitual criminal act. The recommendation discusses minimum terms and the authority to grant clemency, noting prior convictions and the structure of penalties.

Ohio Columbus Ohin Doe Etate Board of Pardons Isis

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