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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
8
An advertisement touts Dr. Miles Nervine as effective for epilepsy fits convulsions and St Vitus dance, claiming strong nerves can cure many cases. It cites testimonials of cure, urges readers to write for advice, and mentions a price arrangement via Miles Medical Co. at Elkhart Indiana.
Testimony from Weber and Littleton describes Thaw’s erratic behavior at home including late night demands and hysterical fits. Prosecutors argue specific insanity as a defense, warning acquittal would force commitment to Mattewan asylum via legal procedures.
Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction to implement a merit system across its interurban routes in Fort Wayne Lee County Peru Luzaville Wa bash. Merit marks reward good service and discipline cases review. A six month prize of 25 dollars each to top motorman and conductor, prizes may split on ties. First awards set for July 1908.
John Greim faced profanity and resisting arrest charges with fines of 3 and 9 dollars and ten aras, while Frank Smith paid 5 for drunkenness. James B. Welch, a crossing watchman, and Morris Hing were involved, Dan Zozim’s sale charge dismissed, and other Christmas liquor cases set for January hearings across the rolling mis district.
Fuirman Bros. received a permit to remodel a store building on Osborn Street north of Baker. The project costs 4900 and will add a new front. Frank Caley, formerly a Bendal Hotel clerk, will resume his old role, replacing Charles Moreland who will handle Veal estate matters. Lincoln Lodge, Colored Knights of Pyilds, installed new officers including J. R. Peters and William Barnes. 2.0. Brosgeman reported Henry Yoo to the authorities over a telephone dispute and a health issue involving Dr. Graggeran was noted.
A historic revival is planned at Wayne Street Church with lay participation and a cottage prayer meeting to follow in the morning at 9.22. The article notes multiple versions and local engagement, signaling a strong turnout for the religious gathering.
An evening event titled An Invi Gods People is announced by a pastor. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but the gathering emphasizes spiritual guidance and communal worship.
The last stage of the John R Welson misapplication case opens as Assistant District Attorney Dobyns starts the final summing up. Defense counsel Miller Richer Croix Cabras seek to present their closing, with Cabras to finish later, and a jury verdict expected soon after.
Burglars struck Tuesday night at Adams Township School taking laboratory equipment owned by Principal Prof A Leverton. Valuables included a $53 Jewish coat and items valued from $1 to $3 such as cover glasses a box of slides two silver probes a silver scalpel and a pathology book. The lab apparatus is among the county's most valuable items purchased at great expense.
Mrs Russell Sage funds New York City Hall governor's room restoration with cash aid of 25000 dollars. The project aims to recover original colonial era design using plans found in the Historical Society collection. The room will house historical artifacts and portraits, including President Reeves Whetington's desk and the great pulpit.
Fort Wayne visitor Irvin Bern guests with Pond family and others at New Haven events. Attendees describe a pleasant day at the Majestic and social gatherings with meals, music, and community updates. Local residents, including the Werlings, Giningers, and Goring family, host and visit friends. reports note health notes and revival meetings at the Methodist church drawing crowds.
The Plymouth Independent predicts顺 the Winona Line will be built for sure as the most profitable branch of the system financed through the American Marketing Company. Warsaw bankers and New York financiers are cited as ready to supply cash for the project amid speculation about the Trailor route and local investments.
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