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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1908
Page
6
Union leaders visit Mr. Bryan at Fairview with Vice Presidential nominee while Jackson pledges Indiana support. article notes labor backing for Bryan and party unity amid convention turmoil.
In Nebraska July reports say Samuel Gompers will back William J. Bryan with 2,060,000 organized labor votes. John Kern and others greet Bryan in Fairview while speculation swirls over the national committee leadership and campaign strategy.
DES MOINES Iowa July 12 The veteran political observer Jerry B Sullivan predicts the presidential race will hinge on the middle west with Iowa secure in the democratic column The Fallon style endorsement centers on Bryan and Kern and party unity against Roosevelt reformers as Sullivan argues the democratic platform reflects the people's wishes and will carry Iowa in the fall.
William Pogue of Frankfort chosen as manager of Whitley County Telephone Co succeeding the late William H. Magley. W. McLallen named secretary, A. A. Adams treasurer. Berin Rauchier to fill board vacancy. Company runs six exchanges with about 1,700 subscribers and connects many more.
Milo Kline of North Webster remains at large after eluding three officers attempting to arrest him on a charge of alleged fishing. A warrant has been out for weeks as Kline fled into the woods near North Webster after a confrontation that left him injured, and he was treated by Dr Lyons before disappearing toward a nearby city.
The Fort Wayne Oil Supply company held its semi annual stockholders meeting this evening and declared a five per cent semi annual dividend. Officers reports show the company in a thriving condition with business ahead of last year and prospects excellent as it keeps up with demand.
In Warsaw Indiana a five year old girl bumped into an automobile at Buffalo and Market Streets and was knocked down. A crowd of about 200 gathered as she rode for about a half hour in the buggy wagon with Mr Hayward before being found to be more frightened than hurt. Hayward was accompanied by Attorney and Mrs J B Gatschatl of Goshen at the time.
A seven passenger coach special car and baggage car traveled through Decatur on Sunday evening carrying seven or eight members returning from the Denver convention. The baggage car held seven corps who had purchased items and planned to take them home as souvenirs.
Geneva Tb. Tily 18 The well known clothing firm of Acker and Teeple dissolves partnership with Samuel Acker becoming sole owner. Abr Teeple, the retiring member, will leave for New Mexico to establish a future home as land negotiations and transfers are noted.
John W Kern democratic vice presidential nominee arrives in Lincoln amid heavy public interest. He is met by a local committee and travels with a party including Abe Simmons and others. Weather and delays punctuate the journey from Denver to Lincoln as Kern meets supporters and attends early campaign events.
The forecast shows Tuesday and Wednesday will bring showers and cooler air to northern areas with fresh northwest winds. The south and west portions may also see showers and cooler conditions. Yesterday offered relief from heat, with a brief storm bringing rain that benefited farmers and urban residents.
The No. 3 pumping station pump was shut during repairs after a fire burned the armature. City officials blame widespread hose use outside legal hours for water waste and threaten stricter shutoffs to enforce the 8 AM to 7 PM watering rules. Residents urged to stop abusing water amid ongoing maintenance.
July 13 report from News Bureaua SLUFFOOR. Samuel H Uracey president of CL B. a Cc. railroad alleges Hayes & Sons Cleveland brokers misappropriated railroad funds. Hayes & Sons claimed customer funds should be returned immediately. money market losses led to receivership. Versailles construction delayed for lack of funds. Erie plans direct route from Chicago to Cincinnati via Versailles. Senator Hemensay writes secretary about Mackinac vacation guests including Mr Hert and Lansing figures.
Debates over the 1900 presidential race hinge on Prohibition leaders favoring Indiana Governor Hanly and Georgia's Wright for the ticket. Others include North Carolina Governor Glenn, Congressman Littlefield, and Pittsburgh reformer Charles S Scanlon. Delegates from the South push for unity with anti-saloon forces as Be Wilson arrives to gauge support.
The article describes factional divides at a state prohibition convention with debates over adding a prohibition resolution, potential action at the national convention, and mentions delegates from Chicago New England and New York. It notes opposition to woman suffrage within the party and critiques by temporary chairman H L Peek on suffrage and liquor laws amid party tensions.
Frank H Hitchcock, chairman of the Republican National Committee, announced today the campaign headquarters will be at the Metropolitan Site building. The active president will be inaugurated on August 1.
Tis day of parades and music in St Paul as thousands of visitors attend the thirty fourth annual conclave of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Mystic Shrine. Though formal opening not until tomorrow, the streets are lively with entertainment and camaraderie.
Kendallville Indiana report states Constance Gadomaski, accused of murdering his wife with a hammer during a frenzy, was captured and held here then sent to Milwaukee after involvement in a fatal attack. Hospitalized wife recovered enough to dispel fears of murder involvement. Gadomaski spoke of murder while jailed, prompting local authorities to transfer him.
A crowded but overheated assembly heard prominent prohibitionist Med ax-lawyer and Baptist minister speak on liquor traffic. He argued that closing breweries and distilleries would harm employment but that increased production of food could offset losses. The event was the first in a series hosted by the prohibition party at Betlany Presbyterian Church with further talks planned.
A signed contract for the reservoir project was delivered late last night as a mistexted report describes the Metropolitan Engineers union stemming delays. Chairman BT Lenn and Paul Weeks lead the board as the council plans a vote tonight to ratify the agreement.
The article reports Samuel D. Foster praising the Denver Democratic convention and the ticket, predicting strong November success including Indiana and Wisconsin, with hopes to carry New York. It mentions Twelfth district delegates Elgeman Kann and Thomas R. Marshall, plus a planned visit by Eugene Debs to Fort Wayne for socialist campaigning.
By Kist News Bureau. Syracuse Ind July 13 A blaze Saturday evening at 6 30 destroyed a barn at Wawasee Lake. Firefighters reported the origin in a vacant hall where an incendiary device was allegedly used. The blaze also consumed newly mown hay and other property.
Local listings show a Packard concert scheduled at Robison Park this evening with additional events and community notices including lawn social and park activities. The fragmentary text mentions dates, venues, and some names, indicating a busy community schedule with multiple performances and social gatherings.
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