30 Dec 1910
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1910
Page
1
Announcement says the cashier position at the local postoffice will be abolished. W J Hess will become assistant postmaster and handle finances. Arthur Beta moves to executive department, Albert J Krueper takes money order role. Public office hours extend to daytime. lobby stays open all night.
Frank A. McMakin a plumber employed by PB B Arnold yesterday filed through his attorney A B Houk nine petition in bankruptcy This is the first local bankruptcy suit in the federal courts here since last April McMakin lists his unsecured debt at 1206 05 and his assets at 4277 The National Oil and Supply Co which McMakin owns is owed 860 28 The P H Supply Co of this city has a bill of about 150
A confusing tale from a dinner party ends in a bet about the road rule. Weatherhogg and Foster argued while guests like O N Guidlihy, W O Ambagh, and others provided comments. The bet was settled in favor of Foster after a ruling, with plans for another wager in the near future.
Chicago December 24 Conductor and trainmen on railroads north south and west of Chicago won a ten percent wage increase after a month of talks. The raise covers about 75 000 members of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen and the Order of Railway Conductors and adds roughly five million dollars a year in labor costs to the railroads. The raise, signed late today, becomes effective from the morning.
Amen and other prominent guests will attend the banquet of the Fort Wayne Retail Merchants association Tuesday evening. A. F. Sheldon of Chicago founder of the Sheldon School of Salesmanship will speak. About one hundred guests are expected. G. H. Hrine chairs the arrangements and Walter R. Seay heads the entertainment committee.
State wards Houchin, 20, and Lawless, 26, are in custody after police say they conspired in three crews to set fires at a school building. Investigators report the pair confided to classmates about the plan and involvement of other pupils. The alleged activity reportedly occurred during a year’s schooling, with links traced to New Harmony.
The city announces strict enforcement of a vehicle ordinance beginning soon. An earlier leniency period allowed drivers to come into compliance after a recent wedding event, but police now enforce penalties for violations.
A chaotic dispatch from Cordoba Vera Cruz details rebels looming near Mexico City and an attack on San Felipe de Sac Punta and Greales. A lynching in Rock Springs is linked to a cattleman’s murder, with Antonio Rodrigues identified as the victim and Guadalajara origin noted.
Official notes say the western Chihuahua insurrection entered a second phase after a final organized battle near Pedoranies two weeks ago. The government claims Mal Paso is free and General Navarro controls the nation, while trains to move wounded faced delays from damaged tracks and wires. The insurgents, now in small bands, may take months to subdue but remain capable of trouble amid a superior federal force.
A meeting in New York discussed forming an intercity league linking Chicago Cleveland Boston and New York with plans to stage exhibition games. Key figures from the Amateur Hockey League and New York clubs attended as they weighed travel costs gate receipts and schedules before adjourning without action.
Early supporters urge swift action in the western part of the state to calm months of business stagnation while eastern and northern regions show little change. Revolutionaries in the area mobilize as farmers press for progress and resilience.
In Indianapolis a plan to send two special coaches of Indianas Democratic leaders to Washington next month to campaign for the election of Stokes Jackson will be formulated at a meeting. John W Kern Al Rutlnton Thos Waggitt and other Democratic leaders will attend. Governor Marshall is invited but would be unable to make the trip if Jack Han cannot attend.
Fort Wayne bakers and regional guests attended a holiday banquet at a local commercial club. Notables included managers and reps from bakery firms, with several out-of-town visitors and regrets sent from others.
The court cases move within the higher judiciary as Edward Geiger et al transfer from the supreme to the appellate court. Amid rulings, Edward A. Shedd and others are noted in captions with Am erican Bulan Tryducts and related firms. A petition for rebuttal is described as overs.
In superior court Mrs Dopps seeks divorce from her husband Lottes Dopps alleging cruel mistreatment and coercion to undergo abortion with threats and alimony. He counters with accusations she moved in with her brother. Attorney A J Houkt filed the complaint. a separate suit Willam H Upright v Ridward A and Frances Bowman lists a $140 claim with licensing and counsel details.
Members of Wort Wayne Inden no. 378 Knights of Pythian met for a roll call and social session. Officers elected included Chancellor Commander Lorenzo D. House, Vice Wreldin Lows Lica, Master of Work Haine Ta, Keeper of Records Wallon Brunner, Master at Arms FR More, Exchequer Julia Wonner, Trustee Frank K. Shreve, and Assistant Howl Hom Tunnel.
Fragmentary OCR notes detail a 19th or early 20th century contract among Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley something company in Illinois or Indiana. Mentions privilege to cut, a wreck named Khugsknd, and a special event titled Special Fish Dinner at Hof Brau for 25 cents.
Retain hold on Chicago street as Pennsylvania firm to gain it once contract terms are agreed. Board of works set a January 12 reconfirmation date after city attorney advice. Vacations include Webster street, Grind street segment, and alleys in Freeman’s and McCulloch additions. Modlorlin Construction crews report local swerve numbers 48 and 140 nearing completion.
Washington reports a push for all 400 national banks to adopt a uniform bookkeeping system after the forced liquidation of Quannah National Bank of Savannah Texas. Investigators found two years of lax records, undisclosed notes, missing discount data, and dividend payments masking true capital and solvency.
Joan W Moore aged about 60 a well known Roanoke resident died suddenly at his home at 460 this evening from neuralgia of the heart He had served in the Civil War and was connected with local Mason lodges He leaves a widow and six sons residing in Indiana Texas and Fort Wayne with several members in local industries in Roanoke
Marion today reported the death of William H. Baker, 68, described as a well known local resident. Police said an overdose of morphine caused his passing at his Tid hore home. Friends and two dogs reportedly kept intruders away during his final moments until others gained entry.
The Detroit cruiser, sold by a New York broker for 20000 dollars, will form the nucleus of the illegal expedition to attack the Gulf coast of Mexico. Dispatches claim leaked information from the junta hints at planned incursions and privateers ready to sail from New Orleans.
Classified buyers are informed that want ads in the Journal Gazette cost only one cent per word. Sellers and individuals can place small ads with straightforward wording to reach local readers efficiently. The offer emphasizes affordable pricing for concise notices.
Business men and laborers met in the court room to discuss commission government with enthusiasm despite poor attendance from bad weather. L. D. Redding announced a follow up session, and C. R. Kane said plans were underway to bring Rev. Herbert Bigelow to town on January 10 to address the topic. Speakers included BG. Pov Mosaman, Bo Fitch, T. Ellison, and others.
NPN News recalls Amob Kinard once a Auburn resident who moved through Kendallville to Fort Wayne and Goshen, now reportedly selling a fine seed stock and a large cash sum for hogs. The note also mentions Mr and Mrs Z E Pomeroy hosting a Sunday school gathering and a Yellow Stone trip enjoyed by local youths.
The Indiana Humane Association’s Inge Inluiive committee urged a change in child labor laws at a meeting. They aim to allow dependent children to work only under proper surroundings and to reduce hardships caused by current restrictions. Elected officers include President W Richardson, Treasurer W Tobin, and Vice Presidents McCrn and Sheppard among others.
A Columbia City delegation attended a reception for Mr IWerre mann and urged Nie support to gain permission to establish a lodge chapter in the city. They resolved that the matter, to be considered by the next grand lodge in Columbia City, will occur in a town under 5,000 population. The lodge notes that no larger town may hold a charter, while Columbia City members point to Bluffton and Decatur as Indiana towns with similar lodges.
Dispatchers shift operations to the Fort Wayne offices from the Huntington and Bluitton area. Three dispatchers oversee the new schedule from 2 PM to 12 AM, with a remote office in the building to keep the public from access. The transfer, ordered by the state railway commission, places Watnal Valley traction cars on Fort Wayne Peru routes and reassigns other dispatchers to the line.
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