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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1908
Page
3
Reported burglary at Auburn where two suspects, William Rams and Sam Sigler, allegedly entered a residence on West Fifteenth Street. A witness named Willindy Williams was noted, with a purse containing about one dollar reportedly taken. Police have not identified the suspects.
A student named Winsome Laem suffered injuries after an intoxicated fall at the school. Authorities planned disciplinary action as the student refused to follow school rules. The incident occurred with the victim later escorted home and treated for a back injury. prognosis is recovery.
Warsaw Indiana January 11 Mrs WH Yarn Huffman a well known local woman died suddenly today after a seizure that began around dawn Saturday. She was seventy one years old, leaving a husband and two sisters. Funeral arrangements pending at Warsaw.
The probate of AWM H Liggett of Columbia City Indiana proceeds as his will is read. The thirteen line document appoints his widow Rebecca Yipmett as heir to all real and personal estate subject to debts and funeral expenses.
A cross complaint for divorce was filed today in Auburn by Mervio Kessler through Hartman and Borst against his wife Mrs. Kessler. The filing alleges adultery and other moral failings, with C. D. Moody representing Mrs. Kessler. In Milford Indiana a road petition seeks straightening of the Milford and Syracuse road, affecting travel to Lake Wawea.
Pheasants were consigned today by Norman Hmymngad from Gama nod fist to Kosciusko County as Commissioner ZT. Bweeney notes most will go to farms near Warsaw. The redistribution aims to restock the area after pheasants had declined. Also, the Pythian Sisters installed a new gate in Warsaw with Mrs. Elia Vanntor as installing officer.
An analysis explains kidney disease is rare in backache cases and most pain stems from muscles or nerves. Fulton’s Renal Compound is touted as quick, safe relief for genuine kidney inflammation. The note promotes Fulton’s Oakland, California, remedy and a promotional subscription offer.
Pleasant Lake and nearby towns report community events, dignitaries, and social notices. Obituary notes for Mrs. Samantha Overlin and other local residents. church and club activities. township concerns over aid for ill resident Charley Neafenbaugh. election committee updates in Warsaw. varied local society items across LaGrange and Silver Lake.
In Lagrange Indiana officials announce a public event as Gannon appears on Court House Square. The note cites railroad tensions with Elola and Saraftine factions and promises changes to train service impacting local commerce and travel. The plan signals a shift away from southern lines, though specifics remain unclear.
A fragment from Lagrange reports Congressman Gillems arranging shipment of an eight inch cannon to a park site for a dedication ceremony. The note mentions equipment from Dancer Port, Ga, and notes a focus on safety and weather conditions for placement. A health anecdote about indigestion and a dietary remedy follows.
Ruick BILLS prepares a show for Lagrange as a touring company plans a second performance. The act, linked to a vaudeville network, is booked by an Indianapolis company and has multiple contracts for the season.
A Claypool report details a high school fundraiser at the opera house featuring student performances led by Louise Rrsiin with Wade Whit enberger and Edith Rneades, raising over $50. The piece also notes a large Republican caucus in Clay Township electing Jacob C. Peaton as first precinct chair and Otto Sees as second precinct chairman.
Lagrange Indiana January crowd at Steamore Literary hall in Topeka hears Charles Miller speak. Miller’s witty remarks please attendees and a return visit is anticipated with a larger audience. In Warsaw, a divorce suit and related allegations draw county attention. Angola Knights and Py the Sisters hold a joint officer installation with a large turnout and a banquet.
Ligonier residents Ay Beesny Bernice Herald visit to see The 3 alg at Jefferson and stay with Mrs Florence Knox. Miss Mabel Adee visiting relatives in Thetrolt for two weeks. Linnie Beldin from Byte Creek guest at Afite bute this week. Eva Biddle of Elkheart visits parents while finishing course at Hope hospital. Cards announce birth of Phoebe Margaret McNeil to Mr and Mrs McNeil of Honquin Washington. Mrs McNeil known as Elia Kindson formerly of Ligonier. Thomas and Millershigg guests of Mr and Mrs Joe Difart and Goshen Filts Friday night visiting relatives. Factory near Now kuch region in incubator due January 1.
Albion residents gathered on North York street Friday for a social hosted by Mr and Mrs Smith with cards and an elegant two course luncheon. Out of town guests included Mr and Mrs Gartos Palmer from Rockland. A ladies clubmeeting on North Orange street followed with refreshments. Rabel Piltizs was set to entertain the Feest club at North Oak street. A church event at the Methodist Episcopal hall raised $27 in proceeds.
In Kendallville Wayne Kowynshty Republicans met in the city hall chambers. Fort Wayne area delegates were chosen at a meeting led by chairman C W Kimmel with G Coyner and C W Kimble among those nominated and elected. Alternates Raip Barr Wilbur Mill and J S Porter were selected.
Vague OCR reads list of precincts and names for committeemen including precincts 21 22 2 34 23 and 0 with several surnames like Gavils Deter Gonqua Slewart Franks and Tansea. Details are garbled but indicate routine party appointment of precinct leaders.
Mr and Mrs Frank Finley of East Street narrowly escaped death in Kendallville Indiana as their coal stove released gas when dampers were adjusted after returning from church. They woke during the night, neighbors were alerted, a physician arrived, and both endured aftereffects from the gas exposure.
Report outlines a prank by a Garrett boy on Friday afternoon as snowballing escalated when a hard snowball struck the eleven year old daughter of Mr and Mrs John Strouse in the eye. She was taken home for treatment and is improving under care.
An old account notes that dueling persists in France and in Paris American youths use small pistols with robes and masks for safety. It recounts historic duels from Francis I to Henry III and a balloon duel ending in tragedy.
A report notes the dye on the horse is badly bruised and appears black and blotchy midway down the cheek, indicating a significant facial injury. The condition of the animal is described in graphic terms, highlighting the severity of the bruising.
Fragmentary want ad note references a transport route or road schedule. It hints at a proven path repeatedly tested, suggesting reliability. The readable portion implies a recruitment or service offer tied to routing or delivery tasks without specifying dates or entities.
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