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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1908

Page

2

Roosevelts Pact and Nebraska Moves Stir Lincoln Yearly

1908 report notes President Roosevelts approval of federal tree a in gold finish region while Nebraska legislature creates state constabulary. Steuben county unrest shows opposition to a plan as county delegates debate district control and public support remains uncertain. A federal injunction in Trenton targets striking workers, limiting union activity at mills and requiring neutrality near mill streets.

Roosavelt Nebraska Wer Tati Jackson West Virginia Trenton Standard Stk Company Thest Weavers and Focal Union United Textile Workers of America

Federal Power and State Rail Safety Authority Ruling

A Decatur rail safety ruling debates federal versus state control over safety appliances on cars and engines. The article surveys government authority to regulate railroads, and details state and corporate law on company incorporation under manufacturing and mining or voluntary association acts.

Hiesilatius Decatur Sf Cengress Lnan

Political Talk in Tyelfth District Sees Endorsement Rift

Republicary leaders explain Fairbanks not endorsed at district convention to avoid a fight. John Brown re elected county chair. opposition to him notable. Figures like PF L. Felek Cyrus Cline and J. M. Robinson weigh in on congress matters. Charles Bush of Fort Wayne candidate for Republican national convention delegate. praised for business and political work. Robert S. Taylor of Fort Wayne celebrated for intellect and persuasion.

Columbia City Tyelfth Fairbanks Garrett Clipper John Brown Moray PF. L. Felek Cyrus Cline J. M. Robinson Clarence C. Gibhams Prezliu Ceampel News Charles Bush Fort Warne Chicago West Hash Indiana

Want Grosscup Put Off Bench

Serious charges against Peter S. Grosscup, United States judge for the seventh circuit, are taken cognizance of by the supreme court. A petition for appeal was presented, and a hearing date set. The case centers on alleged overreach in city reorganization plans and participation in related actions.

Washington Peter S. Grosscup Chicago United States Seventh Judicial Circuit Supreme Court Groeecup Barth Hele Seventh Circuit Yesterdar Henry Crayrford Charles H. Aldrich Justice Day Hhis Waa Chicago Traction Peter S. Groszcup Junge Grosxeup

Indiana congressman seeks tariff repeal on all lumber

Representative John A. M. Adair of Indiana introduces a bill to remove the tariff from all lumber imported into the United States. He estimates his district uses timber worth substantial sums and says passage could save constituents over eighteen thousand dollars annually. He campaigns for support in the House and aims for a vigorous push through committees.

Washington John A. M. Adair Indiana House Idall

Jewel thieves arrested in California headline

London jewelry robbery suspect linked to 320 000 in jewels arrested in Merced California. Scotland Yard detective reported the capture of two men last Sunday, with one identified as John Lichtenburger by local patrolmen Barr and Trebra. Police note charges involve a wife desertion accusation.

Mercedes Cal Scotland Yard London John Lichtenburger Barr Trebra On & Wat Jon A

Whitley County Items Reported in Indiana Falls Echo

Whitley County notes include Chas Ak Whirker visiting county ten day to examine investments. Judge Adair to preside at third Nasher murder trial of infant daughter Nera. Mrs Sarah Forts and Mrs Margaret Hlerich elderly residents in critical condition. Sam Templeton of Morgan Park Chicago visiting the city.

Margaret Hlerich Sti Sam Templeton Morgan Park Chicago Ciy

Powerful cough remedy touted in a patent medicine ad

An advertisement promotes a cough cure claiming to break up colds and sore lungs. It recommends mixing Virgin Pine Lily extract with elyorrine and whisky or Cinchaoran compound, to be taken hourly for relief. The product is sold as a pure compound by Leaun Chemical Co in Gloucester, with serial Food and Drugs Act approval notes.

Leaun Chemical

Notable Local Social Updates and Names in January Events

The brother in law ex Treasurer Melvin Blau and family will deliver 45 address at the reception to the new Democratic State chairman U S Jackson at his Greenfield home. Sheri Fred Jett of Van Wert visited Friday with Ph Anthes Sr and others. Grntler and wife spent Friday afternoon in Fort Wayne with friends. Aliss Fredaenenster hosted young friends at the Lancaster home on North West Street Thursday evening for Harrison birthday celebrations. Harrison remains confined at home and unable to attend business. Presbyterian Brotherhood address delivered Friday by Frank M Hor of Fort Wayne.

Melvin Blau Fhonas Marshall U. S. Jackson Greenfield Sheri Fred Jett van Wert Marvin Kanne Ph. Anthes Grntler Fort Wayne Aliss Fredaenenster Charles J. Lancaster North Wits Street Harrison Presbyterian Brotherhood Frank M. Hor Fore Wayne

Garrett Man Receives $2008 for Loss of Arm

Garrett, Ga Jan 7 Journal Gazette notes Burmer Slagle a B&O conductor lost his right arm on duty at Fostoria as frost covered cars caused him to fall. This week Slagle received a check from J Hamper secretary of the Order of Railroad Conductors for $2006.

Secretary of The Order of Railroad Ronduictors Enline

Kendallville Personal Notice Roundup in Indiana

Kendallville personals from Indiana list social visits and travel notes. Rosaington of Fort Wayne attends Waterloo events. Sophia Bluhm of Auburn and Mrs. Bluhm of Fort Wayne visit Mrs. Sebert on Brathswald street. Various locals travel to Cleveland, Chicago, and Minneapolis for family events, funerals, and reunions, with multiple appearances by Mrs. J. Bluhm and other area residents.

Col Foster Elected President of National Furniture Dealers

Colonel Foster was chosen president of the National Retail Furniture Dealers association in Chicago. Officers named include Fearer of Fort Wayne as first vice president, Gsgood of Boston as second vice president, Wiham of Watoner as third vice president, A Martin of Fond du Lac as grand treasurer, and A G Mequithin of Fort Dodge as secretary with John A L Thompson of Chicago on the executive committee. The Furniture Journal notes the election occurred despite the association’s stated wish not to elect him.

DR. ON. Poster National A. F Dornan Cateag Aa. G. Mequithin Fort Nodge Iowa John AL Thompson Chicago Colonel Foster

Foster Named President of National Furniture Association

The secretary and a business associate Mr. Oilar indicated Col Foster would be away in California for three months but the group favored his election. Col Foster returned home and accepted the presidency after encouragement from retiring president Mr. Rosenbury. He inherits the honor as head of the United States reading men in the furniture trade.

Oilar Foster California Col.'Foster Rosenbury Col. Foster United States

Local notes from Garrett Indiana and area events

Miss Muggle Blake returns home from Elk Hart after a months stay with relatives. Mrs Scott and son Kenneth McDonald visit Elk Hart after daughter's stay with Miss Jenni Ulam. The B of R T schedules its annual ball for February 20 at Reyher's Museum. Gaga departs for Toledo for extended visit. The Lady Maccabees plan a two-division effort to raise funds with a winner’s watch as prize. Christian Endeavor to meet at Mrs Grover Miller’s. Mr and Mrs Hubert Wright return from Toledo funeral. Mr H D Etehhis to move to Defiance as car inspector. R Monroe notes friends visiting. Melamid tz ill at home on Randolph. Timry Seisinger of Chicago in town on business.

Reyher Mliseum Mys Gaga Toledo Christian Endeavor Society of the Church of Christ Grover Miller Hubert Wright Hi D. Etehhis Defiance R. Monre Monroe Melamid Randolph Strees Erin Ti¢mry Seisinger Chicago Jenetton Ahtireday

Forty Men Trapped As Mine Burns at Monongahela City

Pittsburg January 17 Forty men were at work when the Satsburg mine of the Monongahela Consol Coal and Coke Co located at Monongahela City thirty miles south of here was reported burning tonight. It is unknown if any have perished. Exploring parties began a search from three mine entries and materials to fight the fire are being rushed to the scene.

Pittsburg Satsburg

Beveridge Speech at Yale Warns Reform Must Be Honest

Senator Albert J Beveridge of Indiana spoke at Yale under Yale Forum, drawing a full Hendrie Hall audience with defense of honest state organization. He condemned exploiting resources for gain, criticized graft and hidden favoritism, urged a taxic commission and restraint on civil labor and business combinations, warning the Sherman act may not fit current conditions. The address also included a Hart Schaffner & Marx ad. Patterson-Furrier 0.

New Haven Conn Albert J. Beveridge Indiana Yale University Hendrie Baldwin Conecticut Supreme Court Beveridge Humber

Miners Escape Fire at Pittston Mine

Pittsburg Jan 17 All miners known to be inside the mine have escaped through lower entries and the fire is thought to be under control. Prices in stock offered at 1 to 68 percent discount through February first with exceptions for children's coats and overalls. Patterson-Fletcher.

Pittsburg Pet Wwe Patterson-Fletcher

Albion Minor News and Society Notes

Albion area social and club notices with names, visits, and brief reports. Ruth Frans arrival, James T. Latte meeting, Guy Paringer visit Kendallville, Henry of Worarra guest, and local residents referenced in society notes. Mentions of land purchase, health hints, and political party chairs in brief items.

Albion Ruth Frans Ningay Iy Howe Mira James T. Latte Hes West Highland Guy Paringer Kendallville Dlenry Woraarw W. Ay Mentagh Alybien Texak Wis Harry JraeMre Ken Hwmville Fragure Avid Rails Aydner JW Tle Republican Pais Wi, Flows Ation

Irish Forces United Dublin After Party Meeting

January 10 report says the Irish parliamentary party endorsed the United Irish League directors and backed the Redmond O'Brien agreement. It notes Brien and Healey lost momentum but are expected to rejoin with their followers at the next party meeting, as Redmond and Healey exchanged letters welcoming the accord.

Dublin Olive Branch Irish Parlamentary Party United Irish League John Redmond Willam O'Brien Katto Brien Timothy Healey

Commencement Held at Huntington High School

The forty seventh commencement at Huntington High School was held with Rev J W Chambers delivering invocation and Hon James J Watton giving the class address titled The diplomas were presented by Av Ti Mahler. Benediction by Rev McGanther. Fort Wayne chapel note warns friends to attend a sale this morning. Patterson Fletcher Co.

Imperial Hennington J. W. Charbers Basile Ie Central College Church James J. Watton Av Ti Mahler Fev Mc Ganther Luthergi

Oklahoma bill to establish dispensaries in the state

The House today paged a prohibition bill to establish state dispensaries in all cities and counties at a cost of £400. The measure has not yet passed the Senate. Local ad for grooming services follows.

Oklahoma Goataria Okina Fan House of Representatives Senate

Fairbanks Tall Men's Club in Chicago January Portrait

Frank Heuber of Fairbanks Tall Men's Club, a six foot four inch organizer, plans a memorable display at the Republican convention week in Chicago. The club aims to showcase tall American manhood with silk hats and distinctive attire, inviting six footers nationwide to join as banners and mascots for the Fairbanks campaign.

Frank Heuber Fairbanks Tall Men's Club Chicago Maine Oregon United States Fairbanks ‘Tall Houber Ier Fairbanks

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