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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1908
Page
4
The institution highlights growth from its supportive banking service. It notes advice and use of credit aiding patrons in business development and invites large checking accounts and the young entrepreneur to start a talk.
Kiel News Seven reports Decatur Indiana a young man named Tul y Straub son of Mr and Mrs Daniel Straub Southwest Decatur was caught between two freight cars on the Erie railroad at 11 this morning suffering severe pinching injuries to the right side. He survived with non fatal internal damage and the ambulance took him home for rest, his condition described as not serious despite fears.
Between six and seven excursionists from the Methodist Singay school and friends left Tecatur for a annual picnic at Fort Wayne and Springfield railroad, using seven special cars for transport. A large baggage load and baskets accompanied the trip, described as one of the largest excursions ever taken over the line.
A damaged crop report from the Northwest stirs wheat markets as traders cite weather and crop expectations. Prices rise amid strong demand from shippers and farmers selling light, with Minneapolis and Duluth receipts up and weekly totals showing notable activity.
Market notes from New York on July trade show strong demand for staples and woolens while merchants report steady commitments in bulk orders. Buyers seek value though lines remain limited and prices show modest firmness across commodities.
Several birth notices appear for families in Fort Wayne area. Mr and Mrs M B Hale of 726 Narh OClainn street welcome a child, with other births listed for residents including 223 West Wilkins street and 12S West Oia Adyent. The notices reference the Fort Wayne Ol and a city supply company.
New York traders faced a unsettled session with uneven demand and outside influence. Large operators and professional traders probed market tops while experimental short sales and concentrated selling signaled caution. Bond activity remained steady as equities showed mixed moves across Standard Oil and nearby industrials.
A Special to the Journal Gazette from Toledo reports a choppy wheat market with early gains fading by noon. In grains, corn extended gains on cash strength, with July and September opening higher and paring later. Clover seed rebounded. October settled around 7.926 and December near 7.824, while March held at 7.924.
Prices across markets list dairy products fruits vegetables and meats with varied per unit quotes. Items include creamery butter onions potatoes wheat and rice with multiple brands and wholesale scales noted by city and vendor names.
The currency commission in Washington weighs a definite plan for a national Chinese banking framework. Two government banks the Imperial Bank and the Bank of Communications will centralize supervision under the board of finance and the board of posts and communications. The Imperial Bank will host government funds and control paper money issuance while expanding nationwide agencies. The Bank of Communications will oversee railways telegraphs and postal services and central funds for public utilities and rail projects. Regulations cover savings and industrial banks with strict supervision to prevent insolvency and ensure monetary stability.
East Buffalo July 2 livestock market reports show steady hog and cattle receipts with strong calf values. Pittsburg and Cincinnati markets note varied hogs and sheep prices, while Cleveland reports steady sales and regional packing activity.
Angl a Indiana July 23 The Steuben county Democrats will hold a mass convention on Wednesday July 29 at the Courts to nominate a ticket. L Mallow of Lagro will be the principal speaker in the afternoon. State Chairman Jackson and District Chairman Hoffman are expected to attend. Dinner at Hof Brau 11 to 2, 25 cents.
Angolan Pythian Sisters hosted a hayrack party at the home of Mt and Mrs G O Williams in Angola Indiana. Guests included Mrs Williams and a host of ladies and gentlemen from the area with ice cream cake and melon refreshments. The event featured social conversation and a late return home.
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