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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1908

Page

8

Local Labor Federation Delegates Chosen for Coming Year

Much interest centers on the selection of officers for the Part Warne Federation of Labor as delegates statewide gather at Federation Hall Monday night. Reports note staffing gains in the freight fore, with over 20 brakemen returning to work, and preparations underway for the year ahead including officers and auxiliary group selections.

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Law Attack on 2 Cent Plan Tests Constitutionality

In Pittsburgh yesterday the Pennsylvania Supreme Court heard arguments in a case brought by PL and L challenging the 2 cent law enacted in 1907. The suit seeks to void the tax on trains and rail traffic, arguing it violates both federal and state constitutions. The court reserved decision after extensive debate on the law's validity and penalties for noncompliance.

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Nickel Plate Adds Many New Roadmen

A Fort Wayne report notes Nickel Plate Railway increasing road crews with new roadmen amid plans to return to normal operations. The article discusses the railroad’s staffing shift and mentions shipper concerns and the broader impact on service during the transition.

Nickel Plate

John K Elders Death Shocks Mentone Community

Relatives of John K Elder, aged 78, were notified yesterday of his sudden death at his Mentone home Tuesday night. Officials cited natural causes related to diabetes and a cardiac condition. Funeral arrangements were set for Mentone with family members from local labor circles in attendance.

John K. Ehter Wayne Mentone Tutu Wahler Yaya Menton Charles John

Schoepf Franchises Rendered by City Protest

A garbled report describes Schoepf seeking to render a franchise with City Mayor Merle Rathway’s firm, proposing a levy or donation related to a power plant project at a line near Aver Loite lane. Details are unclear due to unreadable text. mentions workers, pay, and shop histories amid local protests and upheaval.

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Traveling Freight Agents Seen Abundant In Midwest Report

A long article notes a surge of traveling freight agents visiting cities this week. It cites managers and foremen from several rail shops, including Wabash and Moberly, praising new welding demonstrations and steady business expectations after the new year.

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Yard Crew Welcomes New Talent Amid Freight Boom

The yard crew plans a new night shift to handle rising freight volumes. Denneyvania football team members will attend a Kendall Ave event to test candidates for the three ball squad, as dates shift to December 4, with a Wednesday meeting noted.

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Labor Meetings Tonight at Local Carpenters Hall

A schedule of labor group gatherings features Carpenters and Joiners of Amerie No. 242 at Carpenters' hall and other unions in the area. A commemorative anniversary for a couple in East River township is noted, with forty relatives attending an invitation event. An entertainment program with music and games accompanied the evening.

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Nickel Plate notes and factory crew shifts reported

A long OCR scan details routine staff changes at Nickel Plate and related Philadelphia area works. Workers, including Arthur Croy and others, report for duty after absences. several Pennsylvanian shop employees are called to work following telegraph notices of a death and funeral arrangements. A number of foremen and machinists are noted as returning or shifting positions, with activity at the foundry, machine shops, and freight service.

Honest County Surveyor Race Adapts for 35

A garbled OCR read presents a county surveyor race note with names like Tren, Mastin, Wiles, Hauswig, and Kellinger. It references a 35 year old county post, a list of candidates, and a bid amount around 1nnn. The fragmentary item hints at local election or appointment context and includes multiple person names and positions.

Mastin Chntin Wiles Seveniieen Snes P Moe John Hausiwig Ban Mieraer Henry Mitten A Aa Adaois J. Wy Maui Clugston Hue Wers Kater Hage Fanin Aly Sheri Menty Kellinger

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