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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1908
Page
7
Leggins for sturdy youngsters are in high demand as Christmas requests pour in to Santa. Leggin Drawers come in black and white from 50¢ to 1.25, including astrakhan and bearskin options with brass buttons in multiple colors. Towels and embroidering Huck Toweling offered in varied widths and prices from 29¢ to 60¢ per yard.
New Directoire umbrellas appear first and include an extra long option in natural wood with silk tassels for Miss Somebody's Christmas gift. Silk covered in black and color options priced at 5 dollars. Other women’s umbrellas range from 7 to 18 dollars with natural wood to gold handles. Men’s umbrellas in natural, gun metal, horn and gold handles priced 1 to 15 dollars.
The Wonkit's Siissimiry Society chaired by Mrs. William A Turnbull held plans at First Presbyterian and the Young Women Society of the First Presbyterian church prepared a gathering in the church dining-room. An erroneous report claimed De Al. Schneider had died. doctors disputed the rumor. Fort Wayne News notes hospital injuries from a Saturday incident and a recruitment drive for the Navy.
Chicago December 14 A wealthy manufacturer Willum Gar rhaw and his daughter were seriously injured when their auto skidded on a slippery pavement and collided with a street fence. The father is said to be fatally hurt though details remain unclear.
In Rome on December 4 a note describes ARCMEISHOP TRELAND and BISHOP SCANNELL attending events involving RL Rev, Uebel Reqnaell, and Op CON, with brief references to schedule and attendance noted by a local observer.
A garbled ad fragment promises low prices on warm coats and other winter items from a wholesale company. It mentions Maas Bolt and Chelstneis but lacks clear names, dates, or locations to confirm specifics. The readable bits suggest a promotional listing for coats and outerwear goods.
The notice describes the death of Mrs. John W. Gates and mentions services and arrangements in Port Arthur. It notes the family’s request for delivery of tickets and mentions related scheduling details affected by the event.
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