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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented notice touts a “Charcoal” remedy with claims of purifying breath and bowels and clearing throat and mouth. It pitches a patent-like potion, offering a free trial by mail from Stuart Charcoal, Michigan, urging readers to send name and address for a sample pack.
A fragmented overseas letter controversy stems from a misattributed note claimed to be written by Captain Vand. The text suggests forgery claims tied to Kendall and Bowghoy, with references to a Dewnir Pek post and an executive meeting in Novle county. Court-style doubt surrounds the letter’s authorship and timing.
An advertisement claims seven years of 3 percent proof that Kings Nour Discovers is the best medicine for coughs colds and lung diseases. It touts cure for fever bronchitis hemorrhage early consumption and related conditions. A trial bottle offer is included with a garantía.
In Claypool Indiana February 3 a double funeral for Mrs Schlou and her infant and for Mrs Hatch and her child was held at Saint Peter and Paul church. The event recalled by neighbors featured local music and remarks and drew kin from Garrett and Wallerton. The other item notes a fatal railroad wreck near Garre tt on the B Q track with a west bound extra train halted, causing a collision that wrecked a locomotive and delayed service.
Rabbi Ettelson of Sorl Wryne gave a tall talk titled the Biblical Omar at the home of Missas on Michall street. The event hosted by the Shakespeare club featured the hostess and guests enjoying dainty refreshments and a delightful social hour.
A garbled 19th or early 20th century note describes a clerk figure amid a chaotic scene. Mentions places, dates, and unnamed actors, with references to planes, a store, and a distant event. The text is fragmentary and difficult to parse, offering limited coherent details.
An old advertisement touts Hyemel as a rapid remedy for nasal and throat ailments. It claims relief from throat pain, coughing, and congestion, promising near instant improvement and a money back offer for $1.00. The copy imitates early 20th century medical marketing with generic claims and limited proof.
The Osirne cemetery is slated for a later service with many relatives and a large number of mourners listed. The notice references Salmon and Sebhar among the deceased, noting a gathering at 2 oclock and a funeral for residents connected to Albion and nearby homesteads.
In Kendallville, rural delivery workers face severe hardships as routes freeze. Roy Pray on No 11 damaged his wagon front and single trees, while trying to reach J. Butler's for help. Carrier Marie on route No 1 battled snow banks and delays, and George Cammins returned after 40 minutes to secure his route. The report highlights the tough conditions carriers endure to keep deliveries moving.
The funeral of Win Lash, killed in a recent accident, was held today at the Church of Christ in Kendallville. Members of the local lodge gathered, and the body was laid to rest at Lake View Cemetery as Truman Lash, the survivor son, prepared to travel to Norfolk after the service.
In Albion February 1 Noble county commissioners appoint J Mastin Sgroter of Orange to supervise construction on the Gretsnger ditch affecting Allen Jefferive and Orange townships. Moses D Eisher named superintendent for the Fisher ditch in Allen township. Eagles awarded the contract for electric lights on the fall residence portion at 198 dollars. Avilla February 5 a wedding notable to Noble county: Sohy J Stewart, ex Wuine Telephone man now with Home Telephone in Sturgis, wed Miss Lynna Pise of Burr Cink with ceremony by Rev J S Valentine. The couple plan a few days moon before settling.
Republican County Chairman John W. Brown picks a secretary and treasurer to serve on committees. Names include Jare Philin Carper and Hh. Fosdick. the selections align with party operations as election dates loom this fall. Albion, Antwerp, and related figures are noted in the provincial write up.
A garbled report notes a local official overseeing a purchase of a device used for visiting multiple points in the city. The item, bought by Emery area residents, is described as intended for communications and monitoring across several sites including Monastery Pack Lake and Tumse.
A fragmentary notice records a marriage between Mentone Gdufl e and Texas Toe in Indiana. The muddled text notes attendees and a Mrs. something Wis the witness, with a hoped-for date near Tone Eller, but many words are garbled. remains a small society item with uncertain details.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a land company at Ayasraa Texas and an event or notice. Details are unreadable. entities and specifics cannot be confirmed.
A Kendallville gathering, labeled Beorel, enjoys a sleighing event with friends and neighbors. The festive night includes dancing, a later drive home, and an evening supper served after socializing at a local home.
Kosciusko County items report the death of student Charles Bommon at a Burtge break store location, current visitors including Dick from Cincinnati and Afra from Eneme Baker. Visitors and residents in Packerton and Silver Lakes engage in various activities as town life continues with weigh-ins and social calls.
In Noble County a land dispute arising from a 1848 will involves John Horsley and Anna Martz among other heirs. Lawyers from Indianapolis Albion Richmond and Fort Wayne appear for defendants and appellants as the case progresses through the courts seeking resolution of property parts claimed in the will.
Rendall Viles, Shi ha tartar and others mourn the death of Mrs Carrie Headle formerly of Aten township in Logansport. Funeral arrangements announced for Wednesday with services at St. Luke’s and burial at Lakeview. relatives listed include sister Mrs Stewart and Mrs Varner. Officials inspected fire district buildings including a Pullman Street shack and the Keller building, with orders to remove or repair unsafe structures.
A terse ad suggests coffee cessation clears breath and mental fog. It asserts Postion replaces drug-bearing coffee to steady nerves and restore appetite, claiming comfort depends on this remedy. The notice hints at a decision by a person named Cataman Senise.
Auburn citizens are urged to join the Auburn Commercial Club as a membership contest drives new names. The drive, led by club members including George Blehop and others, aims to boost civic service and expand reader engagement through theater events and membership drives.
Kendallville Indiana February 6 Kendalville Rebekahs invite to attend a meeting of their sister lodge at Garrett on February 6 with about fifty members preparing to go. A banquet is expected as the main drawing card. The degree team of the local lodge will drill at 7 20 p m. Noble Chapter No 132 invites Rome City Chapter to visit February 14 in a doubtful plan.
Kendallville Ind February 5 The Gleaners glass of the Church of Christ held their monthly meeting Tuesday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs C H Eshell South Copper area A few were present enjoying contests music and recitations as well as refreshments Reports were given by the president and teacher H Klopfenstein and the new pastor Rev A B Hoors The flags displayed the motto Had One Win One After end of the gathering the meeting adjourned Attenders BP Gest and T A Rea returned Tuesday from Indianapolis where they presented the Rimmel case before the appellate court Speaking of the trip were Mr Barriere the staley over the stem road The 9:58 p m train arrived home at 3:10 am while Mr Redmond who favors the trolley car left the city at 4:00 p m arriving home at 10 am No decision yet on the immediate case.
Ligonier Indiana reports Frank Woot sold their farm home near Tolgontern to Mo Yemes Smith. The Wood family formerly Mildrew Marker left town. neighbors say the home has hosted many social events. The sale is expected to close next month as the new owners plan a house warming.
Butler Mingr News items mention Busler Inf Ped undergoing treatment in Topeka, Wayne in treatment at Tope, Arthur Haley returning home from Ruralville, Del after assisting at a Tag revival meeting, Luke Waller and Sandy of Angola visiting Gherman Robber, William Blair a respected citizen of Butler ill, Rev forade and wife of Cap, MN expecting a visit, Braden chaplain and Carroll pastor at a church, Deana Maiden of Auburn visiting Miss Hema past Bred Rudd and Tobari at Hamiltons, Atnnwell on extension visit to Nostunts Miss, PL Farnsworth in Ehigerton on business, Ayers visiting relatives in Montpelier, Ernest Tweit of Vera in The Sic for a few days, Andel Goorman visiting Birun, and other brief notes.
Fragmented entries recount several Waterloo area names and short notes. Mentions of individuals visiting Auburnay and Augusts, afternoon gatherings, and minor local movements appear without clear events or dates.
A garbled local notice from Garrett Minor News and Auburn Minor News reports a string of undefined names and events. The fragments mention a funeral and county clerk references with unclear dates and places, reflecting a chaotic OCR extraction from a historical page.
London February 1 reporting a Scottish peer’s experiments in aerial navigation. Aton Blythswood near Blythewood in Lanarkshire has built a private laboratory with chemistry optics and mechanics gear. He seeks to create large scale electro mechanical devices to advance world first navigation by air and diffraction experiments.
Steuben County couples plan nuptials with lists of expected ceremonies across towns including Angola and Fremont. Details reference public notices from the Clerk of Steuben Circuit Court and list several betrothals involving local residents and visiting attendees as plans develop for spring weddings.
A brief remark notes that small efforts bring comfort only when supported by the newspaper’s Journal-Gazette ads, urging readers to consider local notices and business placements.
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