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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1908
Page
2
In Fort Wayne journal copies from February 29 1909 report political announcements for local offices with candidates like Biltor Harvey Grabis and Fleming. It notes the British house of commons vote on women's suffrage, debate over the pension bill and post offices, and shifts in Senate races including Beveridge and Kentucky dynamics. The piece reflects era politicking and partisan commentary.
A the political column notes a leader seeks to divide the Republican and Democratic parties by forming a powerful league backing Theodore Roosevelt. It cites ballot strategies, regional following from Massachusetts to California, and a call for a unified Democratic committee to energize campaigns. The piece also covers Ohio and Cleveland unemployment relief efforts and city action to fund public works.
Clarence Douglass of Muskogee Phoenix notes a shift in Oklahoma from Indian Territory to western settlement, with prohibition laws now harsher in the west and milder penalties than before. He cites a $40 fine for selling liquor and describes changes in enforcement and public tolerance as the state forms under new constitutional rules.
Special sale announced for Thursday Friday Saturday in 2028 at Tevsor Strope Roc, featuring Graninieed Razors priced at £150. Ms Smith and Co. Hardware promote limited stock and big discounts.
In Terre Haute and Indianapolis reports the Watson gubernatorial bid gains pivotal delegate backing. James E. Watson seen leading in Vigo County and receiving strong organizer support from party chief Goss, with about 400 of 480 delegates favoring Watson on first choice and likely straight-ticket voting at the convention.
In Anderson Indiana on February primary night the Republican delegates to the state convention were chosen. The field included Watson and anti Watson factions with about a hundred votes cast across four districts. Watson secured the majority in the selection of twelve delegates to the state convention.
Special by Uist News Bureau. Warsaw Indiana February 1886 or 1888 Hon Charles W Miller of Goshen candidate for governor arrived on the Big Four train, spent about half an hour greeting supporters, then left on the Pennsylvania train to Columbia City. Miller enjoys solid backing among Kosciusko County Republicans.
Auburn Ind Feb 28 W L Taylor toured the city with Prosecutor Smath and Frank Tepew as DeKalb County shows a three way field for governor with candidates sharing roughly equal support and local officials noting the visit.
The ward pivoted to back Louis S. C. Schroeder for trustee of Wayne Township despite his surprise at the candidacy. Schroeder, secretary of the Democratic county central committee, is praised for his fitness and service. Democrats rally behind his nomination, arguing he fits the position and could win.
Hearings before the Interstate Commerce Commission resumed on the nine hour law extension request. Hilary A. Hershert, former secretary of the way, argued for Heaboard Air Line, citing financial strain. Others from railroads said they would comply but need time to adjust to unprecedented conditions since the law enacted.
A brief Logansport session adjourned after a few minutes as the county court addressed the impeachment matter involving Mayor and others. The panel reconvened later with the jury awaiting further action. Superintendent Wood of the governor’s firm died recently, prompting notices of the case’s timing and attendees.
The Democrat party of Allen County directs that primary elections will be held Saturday February 5 for selecting precinct committee members for two year terms. Polls open at 4 to 6 p m in various precincts including Fort Wayne wards. Assembly meeting at Fort Wayne city hall on Tuesday February 3 to elect officers and conduct transfers. Edward G Hoffman county chairman and Louis Schrorder secretary.
A lengthy list of ward precincts and voting locations with named inspectors and clerks. Entries cover numerous streets and streetside venues, including East Ley, Main, Lafayette, and Broadway areas, with each precinct naming its polling site and staff.
An OCR read shows numerous precincts and inspectors across townships including Lafayette Milan and Huron. It details first and second precinct inspectors, clerks and voting places such as schoolhouses and centers, with locations like Center Avenue Oak and Cedarville.
The temblicans of the seventh precincthold will hold their primary election Saturday February 24 at city court. Precincts shown include Parker schoolhouse from 2 to 8 pm and Hobson schoolhouse from 2 pm. Chairman BW Skelton and Secretary G Hogan announce details.
Buenos Aires February 2 says Dr. Figueroa Alcorta, president of the republic, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt when a crude bomb hurled at him as he stepped from his carriage outside his residence failed to explode. The attacker, thought insane, was arrested along with three others suspected of involvement.
A man acts with cool promptness to kick away a dangerous infernal machine as his aide Captain d Anobia seizes the culprit and halts the attack. Bystanders quickly secure water to douse the bomb, which released a foul odor.
The St. Louis crop roundup notes generally favorable conditions with ample moisture from rain and snow. Crop progress is advancing, but wheat movement is very light due to bad country roads and travel constraints. Local weather details and agriculture notes reflect a muted planting pace amid winter conditions.
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