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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1900
Page
2
A promotional prompt urges rapid recovery by implying purification of blood and immediate action. The text questions procrastination and hints at a health product claim without presenting concrete evidence or details.
An epidemic grips many, while Jo b Mellhen ny seeks a Port Wayne electric line franchise. He was told approval seemed likely, then withdrew at Decatur council. Cleveland authorities reject extending the City Railway franchise yet promise tougher terms for any new grant, proposing cash and revenue shares over a 25 year deal.
The court docket details diverse matters from divorces to custody and property actions. Couples Cyrus Farner and Mary Jane Farner receive a divorce on cross-complaint. Bertie Snyder and Charles A. Sider dissolve their marriage with two children and $300 plus $10 monthly support. Other cases include adoption, mortgage disputes, injunctions, and trials before Judge Aiken and Circuit Court.
A 19th century advertisement offers a 500 reward for cures of liver complaints and related ailments with Liveria pills. It claims 240 boxes of 100 pills each and warns against substitutions, directing mail payment to Servita Medical Co in Chicago. Sold by B Woodworth & Co and several druggists with addresses listed.
The ad describes a festive grocery event store with four windows showing metropolitan displays. It highlights trimmed wine shelves, mistletoe, wreaths, potted pines, and Florida poinsettias. The first window features bread, pastries, and meats while others showcase canned goods, fruits, vegetables, and a colorful produce display. It notes desserts, bananas, and nuts, finishing with Christmas novelties from Cuff and Collay Noxes at 216 Cul tion Street.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses city powers and control over saloon regulations with unclear details. The passage mentions authorities, public interest, and possible legal action but lacks coherent facts or identifiable entities. It reads as an incomplete note on regulatory power and municipal action.
The Richmond Natural Gas Co was enjoined from shutting off Charles H. Clawson for declining a new 20 cent per thousand rate for both fuel and lights after nine years at a single rate. The Supreme Court affirmed, ruling the post‑change rule arbitrary and unjust and noting the company's public franchise subjects it to governmental regulation.
Appellate court reversed Elyira Dailey v Alpheus Dailey, holding a husband who agrees to share sale proceeds with his wife for joining in a deed and later refuses to honor the promise may be compelled by law to fulfill it.
The Supreme Court today advanced George L. Benny's appeal to admit him to practice law, ruling briefs must be filed by January 2. The case tests whether amendments approved at the recent election were properly adopted, with Benny asserting voter status and good moral character.
Mr RB Gray of Amenia Duchess county NY recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best medicine for croup. He says it cures quickly when given at the first sign of hoarseness or after onset, and should be kept on hand for immediate use. Sold by Dreier & Bro druggists.
A Norfolk report from Dam Neck lifeboat station describes the schooner Jenair Nail of Lanigon from Trinidad to Baltimore, with one drowned and the captain missing. A three masted vessel ashore south of Cape Henry amid 40 mph winds. The North Atlantic squadron bartered heavy seas. many small craft sheltered. The Annapolis gumboat, aground near Lambert's Point, was floated off by tugs and deemed not damaged.
Former President Grover Cleveland, accompanied by Mrs. Cleveland, spoke at the Pierce School of Business graduation at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia. Governor Stone presided, and the crowded auditorium heard Cleveland’s remarks after arriving from Princeton.
The supreme court appointed C D Ovites and B Wheeler of Lima to wind up the Home Cooperative Union of Columbus after the charter was ousted. The firm operated like a debenture company but dealt in real estate instead of money, and the court held the company was not properly organized.
A holiday display announces cuddy bugs and golf clubs for sisters or daughters. The Randall Wheel Co offers a full line of golf goods for holiday trade alongside WOIROLs Ladies and Gents watches. ODD FELLOWS WP ENCAMPMENT NAMES ITS OFFICERS FOR THE NEXT TWELVE MONTHS at Summit City camp No 161. Julius Lindeman P and Charles Hosier HP lead a slate with G W Boerger recording secretary L H Growl treasurer and other officers named.
In Boston Rev Justice Colt ruled for the American Bell Telephone in the royalty dispute styled as Western Union Telegraph vs Bell Telephone, a case long running since 188. The amount involved is 72 million sixty thousand sixty. A costly raised design watch is noted as a splendid prize for the present day recipients.
William Henry Walker, proprietor of the Stave Lake Summer resort near Uns Aly, died at his home in Laporte this morning. He was aged 65 and among the oldest and best known citizens of Laporte.
The Senate presents three new propositions to England to supersede the Clayton Bulwer treaty and Hay-Patriotate draft. It calls for preserving canal neutrality in war, relinquishing permanent fortifications, and reserving rights in time of war while maintaining U S control and defense of the canal. England is urged to accept these in a friendly spirit to avoid obstruction.
Pallas F. Green of Arendte Jeweler showcases a line of Elk charms. The pieces range from modest plain pieces to exquisitely jeweled designs, emphasizing variety and craftsmanship.
A brief local note highlights eye care and shopping services. Dallas F. Green, expert optician, offers glasses from simple to complex and fits frames at Arcade Jeweler. Mention of rings and brooches suggests jewelry promotion at Virol’s.
Fort Wayne newsman Herman Kleinsorge aged 63 dies at home 164 High Street Friday night after a long illness. He leaves three children William Theodore and Louise. He served in the Civil War with Company HH Twenty-fifth Missouri. A daughter died on October Taft. Funeral arrangements to be announced later.
Fragmented OCR item describes a vendor Nis York Viair Dazaar with a variety of shells and imitation goods. Mentions good residence and monthly piey reread rs. Weathered text includes stray words like COLD and names unclear. No clear events or dates emerge.
The Ohio supreme court, acting on a motion by Attorney General Sheets, dismissed the anti-trust cases filed by former AG Mouneth against Solar Refining Co Ohio Oi Co Buckeye Tire Line Co Standard Oil Co of Ohio and Continental Tobacco Co. The actions are dismissed without record and at the state's expense.
An assortment of notices advertises money back guarantees if goods are not as represented by Dallas F. Green and Arcade haveler. It promotes imported and domestic perfumes in bulk and gift packs at Ranke & Nussbaum, a consignment of venison and bear wear, and Warn Bros meats. Also mentions home music devices from Planokt and Stella Music Bus, with Packard Music House as sale agents.
The fragment mentions Casto or RTrA lines and a long Cincinnati to Parisie Coast route via Queen & Crescent, New Orleans, and the Sunset Limited. It also notes a disinterested musician’s view on a Packard Fiano, predicting a single outcome.
The City News reports Fred Kimball, a night waiter at Home restaurant, rushing to Olieng to tend his dying mother. Edward and August C. Gradra plan a Warsaw visit to bondi with friends. Frank Gilmartin returned from Notre Dame. A January 8 special election in Concord township DeKalb county will raise 16000 for the Butler Fort Wayne connection at the Wabash. Mrs William Hahn and twenty-five neighbors serenaded her on W Main Street. she heads to Cleveland for Christmas with her daughter.
Fragmentary ad notes delivery wagons to run in the morning to ship goods for holidays. Mentions Vine at PLU-9023 Calhoun and Dallas F. Green as arad jeweler. Claims endless variety of rings and fine quality items.
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