Private Buik Failure and Exposition News
The week saw ticket shop speculations by Harry and Republican papers amid a growing government treasury deficit. Roosevelt signaled the Portland World’s Fair centennial exposition opening to honor Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Navy Secretary Morton discussed a John Paul Jones commission, with Congress approving the captaincy and a Philadelphia document in a provisional woman’s possession.
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Fort Wayne urged to invite bids on gas franchise
The Journal Gazette favors city selling manufactured gas to the people via a franchise awarded to the lowest bidder. It endorses Mayor Berebor and the board of public works, urging proposals with bonds sufficient to guard against fraud and ensure a fair sale. The piece frames the move as a major public policy test for Fort Wayne.
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Fort Wayne Gas Franchise Bid Sparks City Debate
Fort Wayne residents confront pricing and bidders as council considers gas franchise. Officials push for best value, limiting outside bids to protect ratepayers while seeking reliable supply and quality gas. The mayor and board members oppose delaying tactics and urge open competition to ensure fair pricing and local job retention.
Indiana Sunday School Congress Opens in Bloomington
The Indiana Sunday School Congress gathers in Bloomington at First Presbyterian Church for its annual convention. About 100 visitors and delegates attend as sessions begin with opening meetings at Baptist and First Presbyterian churches. President Mail presides. Rev. D. P. Foreman of New Albany delivers the first address. others include Mrs. D W. Thomas and Dr. W. A. Hunter. Amendments to the constitution propose district presidents for the 24 state districts. Afternoon talks feature Mrs. A T. Chask of Indianapolis and Mrs. W. N. Northcott of Lafayette.
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Troubles for Chauffeur A W Bradley in Damages Case
Bluffs area reports trouble for chauffeur A W Bradley after a buggy collision near town. Josephine Bowers, a young resident, revived a state secretary letter naming Bradley owner of automobile No 15s FR. A. Bradley Fort Wayne. Merriman ordered to seek compensation or face a damage suit as Bowers horse veered into a ditch. Bradley and four others visited the Redding family. An aged woman reportedly jumped into an old well.
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Mrs Bare Aged Seventy Five Tries to End Her Life
Special to the Journal Huntington Indiana June 3 A deranged woman Abs Isaac Bare aged seventy five attempts suicide by entering an abandoned well across from her home. A passerby heard moans from the well and found the woman injured at the bottom.
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Treasury Deficit Grows in May 1905 Report
Washington June 1 1905 the monthly government finances show May receipts 43 598 792 expenditures 40 719 055 resulting in a deficit of 2 879 737. The public debt as of May 31 1905 stood at 1 000 246 328 with cash on hand 1 769 000 in miscelaneous items.
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Portland Exposition Opens Amid Historic Pageantry
The Portland Exposition opened with a grand ceremony featuring crowds, prayers, and speeches by Gov. Chamberlain, Mayor Williams, and national figures. Vice President Fairbanks saluted the event as the Lewis and Clark celebration echoed American achievement, followed by a benediction and fireworks.
Loganport Boy Drowned in Dare Incident
In Logansport Indiana on June L a 15 year old named Wille Champion drowned after attempting a daring act in the Wa pash River. The incident occurred this afternoon and the body had not yet been recovered.
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Rights of the Road and Runaway Horses Ruling
A court ruling addresses highway rights and responsibility for runaway horses. The judge emphasizes public safety and clarifies when a motorist may legally exercise caution or stop to prevent harm. The decision discusses the duties of drivers toward horse drawn vehicles and the limits of the horse owner’s liability in protective actions.
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Philadelphia Bas Council Surrenders Lease of Gas Works
The Philadelphia Bas Council voted to lease the city gas works to United Gas Improvement for 75 years for a payment of 5 000l0h. The council confirmed Col Sheldon Poth as director of public safety and A Lincon Acker as director of public works amid a silent chamber. The gallery crowd appeared orderly as the decision was announced.
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Wayne Dry Goods Do’s Suit Sale At Bargain Prices
Wayne Dry Goods announces a suit sale to clear stock in five lots with prices slashed from 87 cents up to 12.50 and higher. First floor space will be insufficient, second floor space added. Most garments sold well below cost, with alterations possible at home.
Bribery charges tied to Chicago strike emerge
A fragmented excerpt recounts alleged bribery connected to a Chicago strike in 1903. It cites offers of 20 000 and 25 000 dollars to influence union action, naming figures like Harry G Selfridge and others, with discussion of employer tactics and union responses.
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Haffner's Malt Bread Praised in Brief Ad Copy
A fragmented ad note extols Haffner's Malt Bread as the best and purest and urges readers to try it. A separate line mentions Journal-Gazette ads and a boast that Taaults have been proven time and again, inviting trial.
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