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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1908

Page

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Hart Warne Fair Association Holds Annual Meeting

Hart Warne Fair Association stockholders met in the courthouse with chairman Schwier and secretary Arnold. John C. Peters led reports urging a new steel grand stand and two water works connections. Officers and directors were elected, and votes of thanks extended to President Peters for steady leadership. Fall dates were set for September 15 to 18.

Hart Warne Fair Association Court House BG. TV Schwier Arnold Jonn Peterée Filso Treasury John C. Peters Charles McCulloch William F. Myers James Gillio Joseph Tonkel L. A. Centlivre E. H. McDonald W. C. Schwier James T. White Col D. XII. Toster H. A. Arnuld Herman W. Japp George Thumm George V. Kell C. Bird John_. Peters B. F H. McDonald H. A.arnold Wiliam P. Myers

Barry and Kaufman feud over heavyweight clash

Jan 16 in Los Angeles Jim Barry, rising heavyweight, declares he will fight Kaufman with a winner takes all bet of 90000. Barry says John L Sullivan will back him, and he will post the money within forty eight hours after Kaufman signals intent.

Los Angeles Jen Barry Cliss Ehulleense al Keutman John L. SuLlivan Yhim

Man urged to prove mettle after publicity clash

The article notes Berry leading Sam Lang ford on Tuesday night and hints at a league disruption. It mentions players receiving payment except those from Akron and accuses organizers of financial strain and failing to pay last week’s salaries.

Berry Sam Langford

Rivals Unite After Love Feast In Wheeling

Wheeling stockholders of the Central league franchise settled differences at a Tuesday meeting. Charles Krueger and Samuel Nichols presented resolutions to ease tensions and praised management. Secretary Will W. Irwin reported profits from attendance and players above 47,000. Directors elected, B. F. Perkins named president, Irwin secretary, business manager to be chosen.

Wheeling Baseball Association Charles TE. Krueger Samuel Nichols Will W. Inwin B. F. Perkins Wlw. Irwin Busliss

Columbus May Get Ostdiek From Youngstown

Harry Ostdiek, longtime catcher in the Central league with Fort Wayne and Canton, is reported to be sold to Columbus from Youngstown. A new deal is said to place Ostdiek at Columbus, where he would bring hard hitting and steady defense behind the plate.

South Bund Ind Harry Qatdick Fort Wayne Carton Boston Americans Youngstown Ostdiek Columbus

Interstate Polo League Falls Apart at Youngstown

The Interstate Polo League, the country’s largest polo body, has collapsed after a meeting in Youngstown. Sherman and Akron stated they were ready to quit, while Beaver Falls Canton and New Castle showed profits and interest in continuing.

Youngstown Sheron Akron Beaver Falls Canton New Castle

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Blood Cure Claims

A testimonial montage extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a universal remedy for blood diseases and fatigue. Letters from Lowell and Springfield praise cures of eczema rheumatism and general weakness, noting Hood's product in liquid and Barsababs forms.

Hood Ami Actus Egunt L. Rowan Beacon St. Lowell Mass Gronce Father Bemmy I. Hood Co Lawall Mass

Wessel Hinted for Fort Wayne Trade Links

Wheeling reports Fort Wayne owner Claude Varnell offers Frank Wessel the Stogies’ star shortstop in exchange for pitching talent from Irwin. Ingin unlikely to part with Wessel, deemed too valuable. Dad McKeen plans contract, with Gay Dickey as other infield target. Also mentions Miss Taylor inviting pupils to prize contest January 18.

Wheeling Jan Claude H. Varnell Fort Wayne Eiling Association Frank Wessel Stogies Irwin Ingin Wessel Piayer Dad McKeen Gay Dickey

Indians in Burgeoning Form for 1908 Season in Indianapolis

Indianapolis fans await the 1908 Indians with high expectations. Manager Carr is expected to keep the team near the top if winter strength counts. The club is rated strong on paper, amid a season of unprecedented baseball activity and near certainty of a robust lineup.

Indianapolis American Association Watkins Tribe Carr

Bowlers Refuse Entry Fees For Postponed Tournament

Mr George McKay received a note from out of town entrants who were to compete in the initiates tournament this week and they all refused to accept the fees paid. They praised the postponement to March as better fitting engagements. Lawrence Gazzola of Toledo sent a letter predicting a larger entry list in March and said he would attend with many bowlers.

George McKay McKay Mareh Meliay Tees Lawrence Gazzola Toledo

Puritans Work To Day Judge Roby Urges New Spirit

Judge Frank S. Roby of the appellate court spoke to the Unity club at All Souls Church urging a new Puritan spirit to fight modern evils. He warned against greed and immorality, urged responsibility across class lines, and called for justice and righteousness to uplift the poor and reform society. Cromwell is alive, the puritan commands.

Indianapolis Frank S. Roby Appellate Court Unity Club All Souls Church New World Charles 1 Dhaing England America Marston Moor Cromwell

Meyers to Manage Grand Rapids Team

South Bend report states Baye Mayers with IWwD years as Fort Wayne Central league manager and three years with Canton will likely handle the Grand Rapids club this season.

South Bend Ind Baie Mayers Iwwd Fort Wayne Canton Grend Rapids

Tested and Proven Doans Kidney Pills Endorsement

Fort Wayne readers praise Doans Kidney Pills for nine years relief from backaches and weakness. Mrs Mary Gerdes credits the remedy with restoring strength after kidney issues and recommends its continued use. Sold by dealers nationwide 50 cents from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Doans.

Fort Wayne Dean Mary Gerdes Archer Avenue Ind Meyer Bros. & Co Doan Foster-Milburn Co Bullalo United States Dnan

Player released as Canton dropped from circuit

The player refused terms with Canton after learning the site would be dropped from the circuit and has secured his release. He is from Bellefontaine, Ohio, and will be succeeded at Canton by Charles Crow, who managed the Niles club last year. Canton this year joins the reorganized league.

Canton South Bend Bellefontaine Charles Crow Niles (C

Association to Hold Big Show With Two-Point Entries

Nearly 300 dogs are listed for a two-point show at the Mariotte building 220 East Main Street starting Monday. Fort Wayne exhibitors bring strong entries while a large, varied list of chickens and pet stock competes for honors. New features include a midway Pike and privilege booths with fortune tellers to enhance the event.

Mariotte East Main Street Fort Wayne

Newsies Vote of Thanks to Casino Theater Management

The Newsies passed three votes of thanks last night to Casino theater management after attending as guests of the manager following an enjoyable time at the Fairy Family theater on the invitation of Mr. Corcoran of the Sentinel.

Casino Theater Fairy Family Theater Corcoran the Sentinel

City News items and social events roundup

Birth announced for Mr and Mrs John Biter a son born January 11. Miss Ethel Bander recovering from a fall at home. Huron L Chandler ill at his north side home. Young People’s Society to host a leap year party at church. Saint Cecilia Circle to meet at Miss Ibbie Keezan’s West Washington. No quorum halted Church of Christ (Scientist) merger with First Church of Christ (Scientist). National Cut Stone Contractors meet in Indianapolis with William Gaake from this city listed as member.

John Biter Ethel Bander West Berry Huron L. Chandler North Side Young People’s ‘Society of Christan Endeavor Filmouth Wayne Street Methodist Episcopal Church Ibbie Keezan West Washington Street Mad Church of Christ Scientist First Church of Christ National Cut Stone Contractors’ Association Indian— Apolia William Gaake Association

New Manager of the Valley Line

An official circular from H. E. Buckleh, president of the St. Joseph Valley Railway, announces G. Moore, traffic manager, as general manager with offices in LaGrange. The superintendent’s office is abolished. The company will run cars by electricity to Angola through LaGrange to Shipshi-Wate, and extend the line west toward South Bend.

H. FE. Buckleh St. Joseph

Immorality charges stun Ohio Senate over teachers' certificates

In Columbus on January 16 Senator William Meek of Dayton alleged trafficking in state teachers' certificates. An affidavit described immoral proposals to a lady applicant and named state examiner members. Meek demanded a legislative committee investigate, while defending his earlier remarks at a Central Ohio Teachers' meeting.

Columbus William TH Moel Dayton Senate Crias Read Meek Meck Central Ohio Taschers’ Association Meck Ale Ting

Burkett of Portland Files Bankruptcy Schedule

Levi Burkett a Portland buggy dealer filed his schedule in bankruptcy on Monday and deed of assignment to John P. Leonard for all stock of buggies harness supplies personal property real estate 1000 in notes and household effects Sureties W M Haynes H Burns J W Ashcraft listed The petition states failure and desire to assign all property to creditors after a shipment debt from Mier Carnage and Buggy Manufacturing of Ligonier for 1400. Ballot note follows in Kentucky senate session.

Portland Ind Lavi & Burkett Meridian Street John P. Leonard H. Burns J. W. Ashcraft Burkett Scheriule Mier Carnage and Buggy Manufacturing Company Ligonier

Special Fish Dinner at the Hof Brau Today

A special fish dinner is offered at Hof Brau today with an 11 o clock start. The item appears in a Journal-Gazette want ad, listing the event and vendor.

Hof Brau

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