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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1908
Page
5
New York reports indicate steady crop revival across agricultural centers and improving freight storage, while building trades suffer and labor unrest persists. Labor leaders note slower than expected construction gains yet hope for improvement in weeks ahead as clothing and other trades downsized.
Special to the World reports widespread unemployment in Chicago and surrounding districts. About 10,000 railroad workers and 10,000 factory workers face job loss, with 3,000 clerks idle in wholesale and retail sectors. Building trades show 8,000 out of work, led by iron workers, bricklayers, and carpenters, while some relief appears as conditions improve in six months. Nationwide mentions include Cincinnati, Buffalo, and New Jersey New York unemployment, with crops expected to yield strong outputs and rail freight growing modestly. Hot weather articles cite Trinity heat surpassing 100 degrees, crowds seeking relief in parks, ice cream shortages, and lake excursions as residents seek relief from the heat.
Cleveland reports a merger of independent telephone properties spanning Mississippi to the Atlantic, valued over 100 million dollars. Promoters back a large deal with options on Detroit and New Jersey long distance links, while St Louis capital and Cleveland lines figure in the ownership. A voting trust heads control via James K Brailey Jr, with brokers noting a likely bid for Cuyahoga and United States exchanges.
Indy July 12 Dire Shively a cement worker and two France brothers from Linerty township fought at the Green Front saloon Saturday evening. On leaving the saloon Shively knocked one France brother to the sidewalk while the other struck him. The France brothers then joined in. Bystanders intervened and halted the fight. No arrests have been made but pending lawsuits are expected.
Octavius Phelps, aged pioneer schoolmaster and justice of the peace, died at home after weeks of paralysis. A native of Franklin County Ohio, born June 1925, he lived in Whitley County since 1866 and taught in local schools nine years before turning to farming. Survived by wife Martha and four children, his funeral is set for Monday at the family home with interment at Lindenwood Cemetery in Fort Wayne.
Bluffton council, in a regular meeting, ordered paving of East Fanth East Central and First Cherry streets after second and third readings. Local residents are indignant at the decision despite remonstrances from nearly all affected property owners and their attorneys plan injunctions to halt the work this year.
In Spencer Indiana the Cassell murder case faced no verdict as Emory Cassell stands charged with the killing of Thomas Milletta. Details remain unclear as the late hour and unsettled testimony limit progress. The courthouse scene reflects ongoing deliberations with no immediate resolution.
A Denver Democratic National Convention platform endorsing the exclusion of Asiatic laborers sparks outrage in Tokyo. The article notes infringement fears on Japan's treaty rights and questions humanity in nation conduct, while others doubt a broad anti Japanese sentiment among Democrats.
Sheriff Grice and deputies chased a man named Keck after a horse and rig were taken from Bricker. Keck claimed to drive out for country riding but wandered, was traced to Alderman saloon and Fritz place, then captured near Bowser barn after a long chase across Gusty roads. The outfit was recovered. Keck had previously faced theft charges.
City scales Saturday receipts show thirty eight loads of hay and eleven loads of corn. The bays/ways weighed and priced items, with oats and corn listed in bushels and prices. The fragmentary text confirms agricultural market activity and weights at the city scales.
Democrats of Pleasant township nominate a township ticket to be voted in the November election. Alexander Halstead heads the ticket as a substantial farmer resisting northwest of the city. Hiram M. Grain is nominated for assessor, with Frisnie and Showalter winning minor offices in a Tuesday meeting.
The fragment describes a weather summary with variable winds and mentions locations Gton Ohio and Mondlay. It indicates a forecast of breezy conditions with lower highs and notes on Tuesday winds in the north and west portions.
London reports India moves to improve rail service with a white paper and inquiry backing up annual railway spending up to 3000000 dollars over eight years. The Mumbai Terminus at Victoria Station in Bombay is praised for Italianate domes, sculpture, and lavish ornament, reflecting Britain's internal and imperial development goals.
In Lincoln Nebraska on July 17 a telegram from Kansas carried by Hermann Ridder urged Bryan to withdraw from the field, while Bryan read it with buoyant tone. Dr P L Hall discussed arranging Bryan’s meeting with the patronal committee, and a committee chairman may be J E Lamb or Ollie James with final selection by Bryan. Governor Johnson supporters traveled from Minneapolis to Denver and Fairview to rally, while Representatives pledged to back Bryan in hopes of aiding Johnson’s campaign.
Lincoln, July 14. The Late Journal reports a Bryan statement that a man good enough for the vice presidency is good enough to share the White House with him. The remark followed questions about sharing the president’s mansion with Kern if elected, and Bryan affirmed the sentiment though denying any personal apply.
The article notes that Serjeant Pappert’s trial concluded last Friday and a verdict is anticipated Tuesday evening after a regular board session. Members stated no meetings have occurred since the trial and none until the verdict is rendered following board constitution. A separate charge against Patrolman Bourk for interference is to be heard.
Dr Romaine prepares to occupy fitted rooms on West Mournve street as the family and office relocate. The move is confirmed by Ry Kia News Bureau with details of new quarters and occupancy plans.
Mrs Engle, sister of Jenna Kern, says John Dinion Kern ignored her plea to withdraw from politics after receiving a letter about his nomination. She visited Roanoke with produce, recalling the Kern family homestead in Carvin.
Twenty one year old William Straw was rearrested Saturday evening as details emerged from a grand jury investigation. He faced a prior charge of stealing money from J. M. Burk’s savings bank the same year and was returned on a judgment for $400. The case noted a remaining $200 money owed and Straw’s lack of funds after posting bail.
Prileipsburg Kansas July 1 1908 Kern nominee for vice president on the democratic ticket spoke from a rear platform on a halted train en route to Lincoln to confer with Bryan. He avoided formal campaign speech aboard the train but urged supporters to study party platforms and vote informed.
Rain delayed John W. Kern's train from Fatrbury to Lincoln, Nebraska, with a 1 hour early stop as railroad officials assess track conditions before resuming the journey. Heavy rains forced the postponement to ensure safety and inspect the rails before the next leg could proceed.
The Chinese crew of the British steamship Strath Yre rushed to jump overboard near the Statue of Liberty. Twenty six aboard, led by steward Han Ching Ja, fell over the rail as police launch Muldoon tried to intervene. Two drowned, five rescued, amid claims of brutality by Captain Ger prompting the attempted deaths.
A Fort Wayne party picnicking by the Maumee river saw a young boy swept under by swift water. Mail carrier Philip A. Hellett plunged in after him, struggling but managing to pull the boy to safety and save his life.
Madison July 14 John A Aylward a Madison politician who seconded William Jennings Bryan’s Denver nomination is a seasoned campaigner with eight terms as city attorney and past gubernatorial bids. He has long supported Bryan style reform groups and led organizing efforts in Wisconsin while attending university events.
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