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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1908
Page
2
A prohibition convention aims to convene in Columbus for a two day session to nominate a presidential candidate. George R. Sheldon, treasurer of the Republican campaign committee, seeks to raise 3 million dollars for Taft. Reports discuss saloon retirements and reformer vs stalwart alignments amid Roosevelt warnings and party debates.
The article surveys Erwin's attack on Republicans, government spending, and a looming tax policy, alongside detailed analysis of Baptist denominations. It highlights Francis Cortelyou's arguments on extraordinary expenditures, fortifications, and public debt while detailing Baptist history, unions, and administrative reforms led by the Northern Baptist convention in Oklahoma City.
The piece criticizes Secretary Cortelyou defending the treasury deficit claim as misleading due to outdated bookkeeping. It argues there is a perceived surplus of 28 million rather than a deficit, blaming clerical methods and legislative changes for apparent misstatements.
The piece extols William J. Bryan and candidates John W. Kerr Indiana for vice president and Thomas Marshall. It asserts Indiana loyalty to the party, credits Roosevelt with challenging Bryan’s ideas, and predicts Allen County returning Democratic majorities in the next campaign.
Telegraphing the Indianapolis Star from Denver T. FP. Lawrence reports Thomas Marshall received many congratulations on his speech placing Kern in nomination for vice president. Marshall’s eloquent address, his fatalistic faith, and praise for John Worth Kern dominate a vivid account of Denver convention excitement and Indiana’s political prospects.
John B. Stoll notes Oliver P. Morton, then Indiana governor, spoke at Richmond in 1886 supporting a strong suffrage stance. The piece argues Morton shifted from moderation to partisan zeal, praises the Fifteenth Amendment push by radicals, and contends the Republicans drifted under extreme leaders.
The article recalls Jola W Kern as a learned speaker who opposed free coinage of silver but never fully answered the gold standard critique. It notes his German ancestry, Democrat roots, early Cleveland support, 1895 Indianapolis speech, and gradual shift toward Bryan, with emphasis on his affable nature and political evolution amid party changes.
In Lagrange Indiana a large crowd blocked streets for the first annual county Democratic rally. Speakers included C L Ballou Cyrus Cline and James Roy with Frank Dunton opening. Voters showed strong Bryan support, enthusiasm and resolve to back party leaders despite local odds.
Fort Wayne Oil and Supply Company announces it is the sole agent for Childs Fire Extinguishers to reduce insurance rates for customers.
John T. Sullivan actor philosopher and temperance speaker files suit for divorce from Antnie Sullivan he married over twenty years ago in Boston and separated months ago The action filed in Kings County clerk’s office Brooklyn allows service by publication Sullivan now resides in Centerville Rhode Island details mention possible new romance but unidentified wife not disclosed
Fire department responded to a barn blaze on Lake Avenue in Takeside at dawn. The building owned by Andrew Hofer on Lake Street burned, destroying a flock of chickens and causing about $24 in losses. Authorities suspect arson.
A fragmented ad copy discusses household chores and soap quality. It emphasizes keeping cleanliness with Bast Task soap and fragments reference rations, suggesting modern housework tips and laundry guidance. The readable text shows a general promotional tone for cleaning products.
Report claims John Bresnahen attempted to bail from Huntington and, in a late night incident, approached two young men near Mam and Hira streets, pressing unwanted attention in a.m. hours, investigators note.
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