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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
2
The Fort Wayne Gazette reports on the Port Wayne tract controversy and public discomfort with ships subsidies. It notes prominent figures, courtly politics, and the role of Pennsylvania interests. It mentions Brigham Roberts and Apostle Smoot in broader national debates and frames canal treaty timelines under Secretary Hay.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a sales or order note with phrases like 3,000 BLUE POINTS and telephone orders. Mentions Halumnee, IGN Main- Myeters, Comper, and a street corner Calhoun and Main. No clear event, person, or organization beyond vague commercial hints.
Fragmented obituary items list deaths and funeral arrangements for multiple individuals. Entries mention names such as Charles and others, with scattered locations like Wayne and W ipids Mich, and ceremonies at various churches and streets. Some lines reference services scheduled on Sundays and Wednesdays, with times and local venues implied.
A faction led by Heyl von Kauste and conservative nationalists proposed a resolution in the Reichstag urging Chancellor von Buelow to leverage most favored nation status before renewing commercial treaties. The move linked renewed treaties to restricting American goods and roads, signaling tense Germany US trade relations.
Billy Reagan, known by various spellings, escaped from arrest after a police pursuit near Calhoun and Washington. Officers pursued him through the city after reports of insulting women. Patrolman Borg and others joined the chase but he fled, injuring Bargmin with a chisel and avoiding capture.
Washington Dec 3 The War Department orders exchange of Philippine regimental units with the same troop counts in the United States. Home troops will relieve forces in the Philippines with departures from San Francisco on February 15. Specific units listed include Cavalry Thirteenth company Seventh and Fourteenth, Artillery Tenth company Seventeenth, Infantry Fourteenth Highteenth Twenty-third Seventeenth, and various regiments and batteries to rotate home and overseas.
Reports state Judge Taylor sustained a broken rib and remains at his house after a fall on the steps near the wedding venue. Doctor Porter treated the injury as he planned to travel to Chicago for urgent duties but chose to stay home to recover.
Mrs Friant Suliz of Wagoner steel received a $28 Bilger Tea Set as the main prize at J. L. Sievert's jewelry establishment. Miss Minnie Rohroach of 912 High Street won a $7.60 rolled cloak at the evening sale.
Local shop advertises a millinery sale offering hats and related accessories at half price. Shoppers urged to visit the Promle's Store for discounts and quick sales.
The Children of Mya Mary Qpresran Hasire express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for sympathy and kindness during their bereavement.
Letter from Mrs. Hayes of Roxbury Boston praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing uterine tumors and menstrual complaints. She testifies the remedy expelled tumors and strengthened her system after following the directions. The testimonial cites $5000 reward for authenticity and urges others to try the product.
Washington December 5 The improvement in former Speaker Thomas L Reed continues slowly though his condition remains critical. At 8 p m physicians report Reed resting comfortably with normal temperature and nourishment retained. Precautions include saline solution and oxygen on hand. oxygen may be used tonight to improve blood by eliminating poison from digestive issues. Dr Gardiner and Dr Bishop oversee care at Arlington Hotel.
The Detroit Metropolitan Athletic Club offers a 2600 forfeit for the January 3 bout featuring Young Carberte McGovern and Sai Haris against McGovern and John Considine. Officials expect 60 percent of gross records to be shared, with local authorities urged to avoid interference during the event.
For sale New Thorsk punter gas engine and bargain if sold at once. Three new two horsepower gas engines and one and a half horsepower second hand gas wagons will sell. Randall Wheel Co Gur Searcy and Tarrison.
Half price etchings advertised by The Trowle's Store offering engraving and etching items from New York. The ad directs readers to visit 424 Calhoun Street and notes umbrellas and batware available at Pehl man's opposite Cathedral estate.
The article compiles several newspaper opinions on President Roosevelt's message describing it as a mix of repetition from campaign speeches and ambitious rhetoric. Commentators criticize its platitudes and lack of concrete plans while noting strong emphasis on reform of trusts and monopoly pricing.
The editorial consensus argues Roosevelt’s second annual message centers on regulating trusts and tariff reform, noting it lacks a concrete remedy beyond enforcing existing laws. Critics praise its earnest tone while doubting decisive new policies, with emphasis on how the Philippines and trust regulation shape the agenda.
A fierce snow and wind storm swept eastern Pennsylvania with wind speeds near fifty four miles an hour paralyzing Philadelphia and halting rail and streetcar service. One express wagon collided with a trolley car, killing driver George Culver and injuring two others. Coal region mining continued despite eight inches of snowfall. A schooner Virginia Rulon sank near Asateague Virginia during the storm.
A violent early morning storm swept Newport News and Wetwick county causing widespread damage. Many houses lost power and cats were torn from their homes. one hunter drowned near Mini's store as the storm battered Henottth Heads and severed several anchored structures.
Fragmentary crudely printed item notes a possible visit by King Edward to Ireland in 1903. The text quotes officials and mentions an official-sounding decision, but readability is poor and details are uncertain. It also contains unrelated ads for medicines and pictures.
A frustrated reader notes the Journal Gazette rant page misuses space and urges a thorough stenographic approach. The message hints at filing an application in the rear of the third floor Mlekergu Building.
An old advertisement from Cleveland promotes a facial and body massage service at The Wayne barber shop. It claims ten barbers are available and encourages trying the service with a promise of becoming a regular customer.
Senator Ellison is among the attendees for a recital of Stephen Phillips Divines under the Sunthinek club with University of Chicago connections. A large audience greeted the performance in Kim Gall Walle district. Also note Vierter Geoss of Concord College is severely ill at his father Rev C. Grogs Emanuel Lutheran Church home. another son recently returned from St Louis seminary with typhoid fever. Huntington Herald reporters Lieut Guvarner Gilbert and Attorney Keegan of Port Wayne, along with Morace G. Smith of Indianapolis, were in the city for circuit court matters in the case Juta A Rangel vs Osman Mantnve and The Motel Life Insurance Company, awaiting trial on a changed version from Allen County.
The Journal-Gazette notes a consumer promotion at Dallas F. Greens Arcade Jeweler. Read it to discover how the offer is used and what results readers can expect from the page.
An experimental reader notice urges support for the publication as it aims to broaden reach and readership. It highlights value to users and calls for continued engagement and usage of the paper.
Promises miraculous hair growth by a device, offering free trial packages of oils from the Allentelm Medical Dispensary in Cincinnati. Claims apply to bald, thinning, or slow-growing hair across ages and genders with a mailed 2 cent stamp for postage.
A garbled report notes disease concerns across New England including Vermont and nearby islands. It mentions inspectors and orders to inspect and disinfect, with officials aiming to enforce restrictions and protect public health.
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