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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1908

Page

5

Victims of Auto Wreck Prompt Funeral Plans

The accident near Columbia City claimed Charles Johansson Eine and two daughters, Fayma Bradshaw, Josephine King, and family members. Fayma Bradshaw’s funeral is set for Trinity Episcopal Church with private interment at Lindenwood. The King family faced shock and questions as relatives arrive and arrangements proceed amid medical updates and life-insurance details.

Charles Johérman Eine Catherine Josephine Wwere Columbia City Gohiston Afr King’s Automobile Manhattan Wabash Fort Warne & Wabash Valley Traction Company Nerammadellon Ilands Familly Berry and Wayne Streets Broadway Josephine King City On Wight Hose of Farms Bradshaw Farmi Shew Sherman King Bing Jancry King Yiethas Fayma Bradshaw Robert S Bradshaw Boonville Fort Wayne Bradshaw O'flock Prudential Life King Columbia Club Indianapolis Anthony Wayne Club Es Cesani Kelionga Golf Club Carl Timmis

National Chairman Hitchcock Begins Colorado Conference

National Chairman Frank H. Hitchcock arrived in Colorado Springs to consult with the Republican National Committee members and Western state chairmen. A two day conference opens with general sessions to share ideas and plan mutual support among states. Hitchcock avoids forecasts but says no territory with a bare chance of victory will be neglected.

Colorado Springs Colo Frank H. Hitchcock Republican National Committee National Committee Huehesch Varias Hitchcock

Gompers Returns From Denver Convention

Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, arrived in Washington from the Denver convention. He refused to discuss politics, stating any statements would be printed in the federation's official organ, to be issued within a few days.

Washington Samuel Gompers American Federation of Lator Denver Fedération of la Bore

Auto wreck tragedy shocks Columata City crowd

A fatal crash occurred yesterday when the Pensylonia Limited collided with a vehicle near Columata City. Victims included Ar. Chas. King Mrs. Chess. King Miss Catherine King Miss Josephine King Miss Bradshaw and Carl Timi. Bodies were sent to Wabash and Fort Wayne as officials corrected a misidentification. Delayed reports note the Huge Matheson auto was wrecked and moved to Bashtfar garage.

Best News Columata City Mauly Tis City Ar. Chas Chess. King Catherine Josephine King Mima Bradshaw Carl Timiere Pensylonia Limited Lake Re. Sofes

Indianapolis Mourns Sherman King Leader in Legislature

Indianapolis friends and city social circles mourn the death of Sherman King known as Mr Paskwick for his rotund appearance. A member of the general assembly during sessions 28h and 1201 he led in the legislature and was a familiar figure in Indianapolis society with a wide circle of friends and club ties. His passing prompted deep regret across political and social groups as details of the tragedy circulated.

Indianapolis Charles Shy Neada King Paskwick Heyer Ecu Tlerd Harel Welimis

FATAL GRADE CROSSING ACCIDENT AT PLYMOUTH

Plymouth resident Oliver Blair, a prominent local businessman, bicycled across the Lake Bruto tracks on South Street and was struck by a northbound locomotive. In Richmond Indiana, Henry Bnauber a 52 year old man, was killed today by a GC G and St I passenger train between Fernald and Miaral, near a bridge over the Mian.

Oliver Blair Plymouth Richmond Lake Brut South Street Alichizan City Ind Henry Bnauber Fernald Miaral

Weather forecast for Monday and Tuesday in several states

Washington July 19 forecast shows light winds and dry conditions in most areas with Monday night showers expected in Indiana and Wisconsin. Michigan looks fair Tuesday morning with possible showers later, while the west and park areas should enjoy comfortable conditions amid a breezy to calm wind pattern.

Washington Indiana Widois South Michigan

Tents in Indiana to Highlight Presidential Campaign

Cleveland dispatch reports a strategy to use campaign tents in Indiana and Illinois as William Jennings Bryan and John W. Kern seek support. Mayor Johnson will lead a tent tour in Indiana, with possible appearances in Illinois, aiming to energize Democratic canvassing in key battlegrounds.

Cleveland Johnson Jim State John W. Kern Illinois Johnson

President Roosevelt Greets Church Workers at Oyster Bay

President Roosevelt spends a quiet day at his Oyster Bay home. He attends Christ Episcopal Church services with Mrs. Roosevelt and greets a uniformed group of church boys stationed along the driveway, saying he is glad to see them and praising their type.

Oyster Bay Roosevelt Lem

Bitter Mexicans Award Foreigners in Mexican Policy Debate

The article in La Patri discusses an anti foreigner policy stance as Mexicans mobilize against perceived Yankee influence. It argues Americans should migrate to Mexico if they fear foreign governments' orders, framing the issue as a national clash with foreign media.

Maxon City la Patri Pelicy Ucy Mexica Ta Fatrin Argentine Chile Mexico

Prince of Wales Arrives for Quebec Fete in 300th Anniversary

QUEBEC celebrates Champlain’s 300th anniversary with naval pageantry and a visit by the Prince of Wales aboard the new battleship. President Fairbanks will represent the United States. notable figures include Wolfe and Montcalm descendants and Field Marshal Lord Roberts.

Prince of Wales Fairbanks United States Quebec H Roh Lord Roberts Duke of Norviik Mane Berare When & Young Ars Thrush Wales Wolfe Montcalm Plains of Abraham

Murder Mystery Stuns Columbus as Police Detain Suspect

In Columbus Indiana a murder mystery unfolds as John Underwood, a streetcar employee, is detained amid police links to the death of Carrie A Percifiela. The victim, recently divorced, was found in a bloodied pool near the scene. Local authorities press forward with investigation.

Columbus Ind Carrie A. Percifiela John Underwood

Turkish troops in revolt rumor floods Constantinople

Reports from Constantinople dated July 14 say seven thousand Turkish soldiers in the Manastler district are in open revolt and that about 32,000 troops have been moved to the scene, according to rumors.

Constantinople Manastler Ereete

ALESANDES G WELLS DEAD AT 108 YEARS

Alesandes G Wells died suddenly today at age 108 after long infirmities. A longtime resident of Wells, he was born in Phong-ieed Tawily and spent years in mercantile business before retirement. He celebrated his 108th birthday prior to his passing.

Alesandes G. Wells Aloyanier Wells Seary

Monnett Backs Bryan in Ohio Visit for Reform Win

In Fairview Lincoln Neb July 18 Frank S Monnett former Ohio attorney general, who led prosecutions against the Standard Oil trust, arrived to confer with Bryan and pledged active support for the Democratic ticket. He said Bryan authorized action to destroy trusts and urged using government machinery to end restraint of trade, while noting the Sherman act remains adequate. A second visitor, E W Moore of Youngstown, declined to detail motives but said he discussed the campaign with Bryan.

Painview Lincoln Neb Taft Hot Springs Bryan Fairview Dabimen Omaha Dabiman Frank S Monnett Republican Autorrney Ohio Stastard 07 Company Interstate Commerce Commission Whch Monfiett Br. Bryan Aimerons Stonnete Brr Waol Chie Mannett Wooilen Ubmnany Ne Wadi Broah Dit Meghed Mannert Dinein Beyna Wis E. W W. Moore Youngetawe Ohin Alegias

Pilgrimage to Rome City Listed among Decatur guests

A damaged OCR item lists attendees on a pilgrimage to Rome City with names such as Mr and Mrs Heid, Dr. Duna, Misses Lillian Barmere, Tris Cronk, and Henry Olver, plus a Jane party including Neos Lachoe and Dewey. It notes a two week outing and upcoming departures by Misses Jesse Lindson and Vinda Vases.

Rist News Turenn Rome Ant Wi. Heid and Mire Duna Lillian iBarmere Tris Cronk Kelvi 1 Kalver Henry Thomas Doh Peterson M. Hensley Jon Diwid Shadernou Jane Neos JF Lachoe Anns Dewey Rubio Pearl Purdy Resse Sauingartner Ruthrast Ruby Herbert Tinehot Ralph Breadnet Jeasle Lindson Vinda Vases Berne Howe Meshberger Sealo Kindle Nonw Holtman Liun

Business revival seen after 1907 panic by John Claflin

John Claflin of New York, head of the Claflin Company, tells a World representative that business is on a sounder basis after the 1907 panic. Retail trade has weakened 10 percent over six months, while manufacturers show a 35 percent drop. He urges conservative revival, cautioning against overstocking and rapid resumption, noting inventories and production adjusting for autumn demand.

Claflin Knickerbocker Trust Company New York Pittsburg Birmingham Cincinnati San Francisco Tves Secon Clattin Worth House of Nini

Biggest Day of Season Crowds at Park and Interurbans

Interurbans crowded with visitors as nearly 2,000 gathered at Centlvre's Park for the French-American Picnic. About 16,000 rode to Robison Park from morning to night, with 25 cars scheduled at 2 minute intervals, later tightened. Weil's band drew large crowds, with two concerts planned. Nearly 7,000 went to Coullivre Park for the annual French-American Society picnic, while Interurbans and other cars ferried thousands to and from events. Packard baseball fans and Sagie team supporters also filled cars to Indianapolis and Auburn respectively.

Robison Park Raver Weil Coullivre ‘Park Scendallville Decaturne Packard Indianapolis Sagie Hasepal Auburn

Weil Band Delights Robison Park Audience

A large crowd at Robison Park enjoyed a Sunday concert by the Weil Band and its soloists led by Director Weil. soprano Miss Fannie Frankel drew special praise as the band performed an afternoon program featuring marches, operetta selections, and solos, followed by an evening program with more classics and theatrical pieces.

Robison Park Sll Fannie Frankel Weil Iman Majerdy Mila Charity Balfe The Gladiators Uciz Mexicaiia Ubbel Marcet Wall Street Cohan Cohans Treland Gnatrey Molly Rayn Teddy O'Rourke Tim Cretty Teggr Bean St Patrick Garry Owen Owen

Kansas City Mother of Quadruplets

Mrs Shisan Turner wife of Lovie Darners of Argentine Kastaday gave birth to quadruples three girls and a boy. The newborns died a short time after birth but the remaining child is alive and appears healthy.

Kansas Kansas City Shisan Turner, Wie Lovie Darners Kastaday

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Lindenwood Timmis Mr. Bradshaw Moneston Colorado Gompers Missouri Uncle Sam Tke Westther Aman Janet Nolene Bryan and Kern Monterest Titan Columbus, Ind Monnett Epublican Trust Standard Oil Decaturius Rome City John Claflin Mammoth Department Citles Centlvre’s Park
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