06 Feb 1904
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1904
Page
1
Members of the I O F Cythias attended an afternoon gathering in Columbia City with a banquet and evening work. The event featured speakers, processions, and a display of district activities, with attendees from Fort Wayne and nearby towns.
The cotton scene swung wildly from New Orleans to New York and Liverpool with bullish bursts and steep losses. Market chatter, large orders, and price swings defined the day across May and other contracts, ending with substantive declines despite late steadiness.
A man using many names was arrested by a Rostuliea detective team on charges of misusing postal orders. He promised women $20 for every 100 letters copied and used a scheme known as the endless chain plan. Victims across the country believed they would be paid for copying letters at 80 cents each and faced demands for payments to join the bureau.
A unclear note requests a friend to arrange a membership and mentions offering 80 cents per menu item. The fragment shows assistance intent but lacks concrete details or identifiable names or organizations.
Medford police struggle to close the case as detectives pursue a lead on the Shafer murder. Families seek answers amid lingering questions about motive and suspect proximity, with the public urged to share any relevant information.
Bedford Kentucky February report on a murder letter claiming to identify a killer of Miss Schafer. The letter asks for a reward and hints at a suspect, while authorities doubt its credibility but pursue potential leads with Pinkerton and local detectives.
The audience praised Mrs. Carter's performance in a production described as significant with strong acting. The review highlights Carter as central to the show, noting her sustained impact and the play's notable scenes and reception across the venue.
Omaha No. 11 led by Townsend won prize money with 107 total. second place shared between Kansas City and Albynhtra, with a list of shooters from Omaha Kansas City and nearby towns. Next match planned at Seance Kansas.
A damaged OCR passage describes merchants and banks with scattered names and dates, noting rural town activity and a bank inquiry. The text references various traders, local commerce, and an event around a bank and rural meetings, but the complete details are unreadable.
Earlham College captured the oratorical contest with a strong performance by speakers including Heit, Demauwy, and Wright. The event, noted for enthusiastic support from attendees, showcased notable vocal delivery and organization amid a crowded field.
Take Brame Quinine tablets to cure a cold in one day. All druggists refund the money if not cured. Each box bears W. Grove's signature. Price 25 cents.
Wet Senator introduces a measure to protect aboriginal mammients, ruins, and other antiquities in the United States. The proposal, supported by arcaeological societies, would place all sites containing Aboriginal monuments under government ownership. Excavation and research would be conducted by the government rather than private parties.
Fort Wayne defeated Terre Haute in a rough contest with standout play from Tipson and Whinnle. Key moments included Aggressive defense by Halinnlord and late surges by Fort Wayne as Perce Hawe and Hipson contributed crucial scores.
Lafayette outclassed Kokomo 10 to 1 in a decisive road game. Daw led the attack with strong scoring and control, while the defense limited Kokomo’s attempts throughout the match.
In Chicago on February night John Wille and opponent Root battled in a fast, aggressive bout that ended in a draw. Wille appeared strong but tired, with some minor facial damage and neither fighter clearly prevailing.
New York February 3 Charles F Conklin of Chicago defeats Arthur Mare Fok of Quebec 300 to 142 in a strong display, posting the best average of the tournament. Ferdinand Poggenburg of New York beats Edward Gardner of Passaic 200 to 165. Summary notes high runs and averages for each player with listing of totals.
AY CONREM at 1012 Callioon St announces new Victor records in five prices and sizes. They showcase Talking Machines with latest models and new stock arriving.
A brief local item from Hot Springs Arkansas notes worthless checks in circulation. Names or precise details are unreadable in the fragment, but the entry signals a financial irregularity report affecting residents.
A fragmented historical note describes Poway narrowing gaps in a maritime project linked to Chiltren and the Pemttra Shipyards. The text hints at a parade of investors and a mystery figure Bee but remains unclear on dates or outcomes.
A garbled report notes a poultry show with continued protest over judging. It says no judges were made this year for the event, marking a historic departure in the association’s history.
Woolworth’s Drug Store advertises medicines claimed to cure smallpox in five to six days. An error-ridden notice also touts diphtheria cures, and misprints mention whooping cough with Woodworth’s Drug Store listed.
The report notes Tikhil's Roa as nearly impregnable, with the other teams worn out by the second period and the final period flat. Fane is described as simple and uninteresting.
The downpour caused flooding in the St Marys and Maumee valleys and raises anxiety ahead of today’s weather forecast. Officials report ice jams on the St Marys river and fear a surge if rain and snow melt continue. Temperatures ranged from about 15 to 42 degrees overnight.
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