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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1908
Page
7
An advertisement claims the Pyramid Pile Cure dissolves piles faster than surgery, relieves swelling, congestion, ulcers and fissures, and can be used at home. A free trial sample is offered with no cost, followed by a 50 cent box if relief occurs. Mail order from Prrugld Drug Co at 145 Pyramid Building Marshall Michigan.
W V Benny of Panama Missouri claims seven years of proof that Dr King’s New Discovery cures coughs colds and throat chest lung diseases. He cites thirty eight years of proof for asthma hay fever bronchitis and early tuberculosis. Sold under guarantee at Dreler Brothers drug store.
Western Gas Construction company books a vast valve order from Illinois Steel and United States Steel for pipes 16 to 40 inches, requiring ten railcars. They also hold a four holder order for rake oven plant conditions and just completed Gary Indiana gas works contract. Local officials predict improved markets as New York bond sales show liquidity. Other firms, Port Wayne Electric and Bass Foundry, report rising orders and prospects.
The Object of the conference is to affiliate metal trades unions while allowing each to keep its identity. Twenty leading labor figures from cities including Washington Indianapolis San Francisco Troy Cleveland Buffalo Peoria Chicago and New York attend the three day gathering. Blacksmiths boilermakers patternmakers moulders and other crafts are to join under a cooperative national body.
A general refreshment plan by the Wabash and other railroads orders yardmasters to enforce the sixteen hour work limit for trainmen with eight hours rest. Booms posted require an hour to house the engine and another to ready cars, yielding a ten hour layover. Yardmasters are urged to have crews depart promptly to avoid extra charges.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reports satisfaction as railroads strive to meet wartime needs. Baltimore and Ohio plans immediate nationwide adoption of the nine hour lay, effective March 4, within the limits of federal hours of service for engineers, firemen, dispatchers, telegraph operators, tawermeh and signal operators.
In the city many residents express dissatisfaction with current conditions and seek financial relief. Numerous inquiries at local offices offer special rates, while real estate and travel firms promoting Texas and western destinations report strong interest from seekers.
Purports to bring forest tree virtues to home use in Virgin Oil of Pine. Claims lungs and bronchial relief from a cough and cold within 24 hours. Benefits listed for kidneys, uric acid, rheumatism, and lame back. Sold in 44-ounce vials by Seavh Chemical Co. Cincinnati, Ohio.
Henry Hille, baggagemaster at Nickel Plaza station, was burned and frightened by a blast in the boiler fire box yesterday morning. Opening the door to feed it, gases ignited and a sheet of flame and hot coals covered him, burning his face and scorching his hair. He endured painful injuries but was mainly shaken by the event.
The local of the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen plans a meeting this evening at the carpenters hall to boost interest in the organization in Fort Wayne. Junge Adair will address the workers though no political aims are stated. W H Roema, former national chief, has worked to secure a large turnout.
A dubious advertisement touts Dr Leonhardt Home Roller as the absolute pile cure. It claims dramatic relief with a money back guarantee and lists multiple Fort Wayne addresses and a New York office for ordering at $1.00. The copy emphasizes severe pain and bleeding as symptoms and markets a patent remedy.
O R Bhuner of Judson Tourists Car Company of Chicago met in Beaton for business tied to tourist car operations out of Beaton and eastern points. Local engineers reported a serious accident injuring a young man, leading to a toe amputation, with doctors optimistic about saving eye use. Various railroad officials passing through, including J H P Hugart, Avey, Melendacker, and Emmons, discussed interurban plans, mergers, and rates. A nickel plate train special to Cleveland was noted, along with regulatory talks in Indianapolis.
The annual meeting of the Stockholders of Fort Wayne Builders' Supply company will be held at the office, 822 Hayden street, Fort Wayne, Ind., February 20, 1908 at 8 p.m. to elect divisors and transact other business. Also listed are men and boys Scotch trousers sale with discounted prices and purchase limits.
Washington February 17 The House approved the legislative executive and judicial appropriation bill as one of the large supply measures for the government after days of debate. The bill totals 32,936,573 dollars and was largely reaffirmed by the committee.
Mrs Frederick M Woolsey remains missing after a week with no progress. Her husband continues the search and has placed his house for rent. An accompanying report notes a related absence and possible leads in the case.
G A Lamson of Columbia City was taken into custody by Captain Retchel Werfer and Sergeant Pappere for investigation regarding a forged or misused check incident. He arrived intoxicated with a large roll of bills, then attempted to pay $42 for clothing with a check rejected by Myers clothing store, prompting police involvement and a partial check misattribution tied to Layton and J F Smith signatures.
A young man described as well regarded in Columbia City faces questions after a February 14 check linked to J F Smith is attributed to him. Lamson noted the signature resembled his, with references to butte Mont. and a claim of Odd Fellows Masons and Eagles membership.
Locally, industrial firms including United States Pioneer Patterton and McNico potteries reopen, employing about 750 workers. The American Sheet seminuin Plate plant restarts, boosting labor to over 41,000. Railroad shop Tabor and sewer pipe plants restart, signaling growing activity. nearby mills in Biddeford and Saco also report returns to work.
Kansas City Belt and Nutworks restarts with 6000 operatives. Kansas City Cotton mill resumes with 0 hands, both actions taken today. In Johnstown, Cambria Steel resumes in the Bessemer Department, employing 200 men for an indefinite period. A carload of fancy Northern Spies and Baldwins is offered by Call Sr. Bash & Company.
Mr. ET. Keegan, a prominent local attorney, returned home after a Cuban trip with a party from the city. They spent several weeks there on business inspecting a 30,000 acre timber tract with a view to purchase, but no definite arrangements were made.
Al Hardy of Exst Maine praises Bucklen's Azalea Salve saying it cured sores boils ulcers and burns and saved doctor bills after fifteen years of use at Dreier Brothers drug store where it sells for 35 cents.
Mr Kieran said the plan remains under consideration while Mr Keegan described island affairs. He noted the United States would hardly remove troops from Guba due to strong sentiment and business leaders believing troops would be recalled within ninety days if withdrawn. Others in the party expect to return today or tomorrow.
The Rev. Dr. Frank Leng of Wayne Street Methodist Episcopal Church will preach this evening at the Salvation Army citadel located at 133 Washington Boulevard East. Special nightly services accompany the ongoing world revival, with a new leader each night during the current siege.
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