19 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1917
Page
1
The author argues workers commute from outside Fort Wayne due to high rents and scarce affordable housing. Proposes building affordable rental homes near workplaces, avoiding crowded or communal setups. Emphasizes renting as a path to eventual home ownership and calls for large-scale, reasonable housing to remedy the city’s housing shortage.
The body was recovered from the water and raised into a boat, then handed to the father. Alfred is survived by his parents, Jim and two younger brothers, Charles and Verlin. The funeral will be at the residence at 2 pm tomorrow, with burial in Linden. The sled was later found lodged in a bush near the Columbia Street bridge.
Coroner J E McArdle arrived and the body was removed after examination. Alfred, who left home about 6 PM with a new coaster toward the river, had not been seen since. Neighbors searched the riverbanks with ice-choked water, the drag hooks were used from the police boat but no body was found.
A protest piece condemns elastic and spring trusses as misery bringing devices and urges readers to test any product before buying. It promotes a rupture holder claim, a six day test, and a free booklet promising safer non surgical relief with endorsements from numerous cured individuals.
Fragmentary reports describe Cuban and foreign forces moving toward Santiago de Cuba amid political delays. An American supply ship Dixie arrived with marines. unofficial talks between officials and the American minister were noted, while arrests of suspected rebels and scattered clashes were reported at various points.
Two weeks to the primary as labor questions candidates for mayor. Cutshall and Loesch lead Republican support with La Tourette shown as a contender, though enthusiasm lags. A worker claims La Tourette remains in the race and will mobilize supporters ahead of voting. Journal-Gazette ads promote want ads.
Mrs. Rachel Paulison of Decatnis dies after husband’s death. aged 52. Widow and four children survive. services at Elbanen Wells county with Rev. Travis. Benjamin T. Rowand, 18, dies after epilepsy illness. son of A. Rowand of Denver, Colo. William Verser, 71, dies at Anen County infirmary. no relatives. Ellen T. Lane, widow of John Lane, dies. survived by two daughters and three sons.
A fragmented description mentions items like a plaid cloth, satin garment, and a wreath. It references a straw hat held by someone and a banded ceremonial display, with scattered nouns such as foliage and war-terry phrases. The text is incomplete and lacks clear action or outcome.
Obituaries list infant Lamar Root son of Mr and Mrs Root died at 57 Archer Avenue funeral Tuesday 2 pm Lindenwood interment. Other notices include services for Bobay Dixon M. Ebthurth and Ervel Lindenwood interments at Catholic churches and Lindenwood cemetery with Mr Welsh of the Lindenwood Overseer listed.
A list of local happenings from Kendallville and Fort Wayne includes birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Velter, patron visits by Carl Colfelt of Fort Wayne, attendance at the Fort Wayne automobile show, and a surge of hundreds of cars traveling through the area to Wisconsin and Illinois due to factory shipping slowdowns. Verne Grannis and Muriel Waterhouse visited, Eda Visher spent time with sister Mrs Forrest Tark in La Grange, and Mrs George Pepa and Mr Pepa visited Fort Wayne while guests of Mrs Brea Deuerling. Revival services at Christiny church drew large crowds today.
A local note quotes Buffalo Bill Wim stating a maxim about fooling people. It mentions stores advertising a 50 percent wooling increase, countered by a claimed 26 percent saving from mill to man. The address 21% Calhoun St near Richoto is cited for the tutor A Be Mull.
Madrid reports a heated session in the Cortes over Spain's wartime policy. Deputies pressed Premier Count de Romanones for motives and actions, with Generals of parties weighing neutrality against possible intervention. The chamber ultimately affirmed neutrality while signaling defense of its votes against any German blockade.
A compressed column reports a Friday sale by Howard Wolycrass and others with horses and bidding details, plus town events and remarks from local officials. It notes Illness delaying James Chavin, a Warsaw high school organizer, and references county agents and construction bids around $170 for tile work. Ruth Edwards’ health and a telephone company update also appear amid miscellaneous notices and a one cent a word ad note.
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