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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1908
Page
2
The New York Times reports President Roosevelt signed a proclamation creating the Verde Forest Reserve in Arizona covering 721,78 acres in Maricopa and Yavapai counties. Observers note debate over Democratic ticket plans and economic reform proposals dominate political talk across Minnesota and Denver.
The Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette lauds the Board of Public Works for handling water works, street and sidewalk improvements, and plant projects. It credits Chairman E J Lennon and colleagues for fiscal prudence, ongoing repairs, and progressive governance benefiting citizens.
At Michigan Military Academy Orchard Lake it was found diphtheria breaking out among students. They were sent home a week before Christmas and told to return only after medical clearance to prevent spread. Local health officials will approve each return to school.
The report highlights Doc Filmore, a Canadian champion, delivering a standout performance at Princess Rink drawing fans and critics.
Public notices detail multiple property transfers and sales across various streets and additions with parties including Hellen Uy and Beck, Archer, Schoonover, Clendenin, and Armoldh Valte Mo, noting advertised lots in Lewiston and Fayette connections. A wrestling contest tease mentions Princess Rink on January 8.
Portland Indiana January reports suggest John A. Adair may enter Indiana governor race if field clears. Secret maneuvers involve Ervin McCullough and Smoot family opposition. Adair’s path hinges on getting a clean field and securing state party support.
Judge Richard Stanley Tuthill of Shirrso has been named judge of the Yook county juvenile court, a branch he organized after 1899 legislation. Born November 19, 1841 in Jackson County Illinois, he served as circuit judge since 1887, and he participated in the army of Tennessee under General Logan.
Two Kansas City women recount their marriages to Henry Masters, a railroad clerk who led a double life as husband to both, revealing secret trips for auditing duties and confessions of deception. A warrant for his arrest followed the disclosures.
A garbled telegram from Hannibal Missouri, signed by Masters, ties to a claimed warning about Kinster and Werle, mentioning a lantern on Olive Street and a railroad plow incident. The message references a threat to a man named Dome and a possible cover story.
The Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree Assembly calls a meeting at K of Chal on Sunday at 3 30 PM. Election of officers and other important business. Theo C Dodane serves as chairman.
Frank Gruver, son of Me and his, is recovering from pneumonia. The Saxonia-Ungjeraruetzungsverein hosted a social and dance for a ill member. Deputy Revenue Collector J. Sarton reports December alcohol in his juice exceeded 11M. Tiraverain Vorcherts plan annual entertainment at the Majestic Theater January 28 under Prof Henry Merry. Over 30 will attend gymnastic exhibition. press coverage will be the best yet in Indiana. News arrives of Rev Dr Adam Heencke's death, longtime Lutheran director near Milwaukee. If you have not dined at the Hof Brau, you have missed a local pleasure. Try it this week.
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