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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1916
Page
3
A garbled ad style item touts Anuric as a cure for bac insanities and pains like lumbago rheumatism and gout. It claims kidney cleansing filters remove poisons and promises quick relief using Dr Pierce remedies with pricing and a dubious claim of rapid universal cure.
Fort Wayne sees rapid factory growth with Electric Works adding to the mammoth additions and attracting laborers. Builders rush to complete structures while property owners debate pace of housing, rental shortages, and new residences for incoming workers. Local exchanges and civic groups weigh the impact on rents and living space.
Fort Wayne formally launched its centennial events for Indiana statehood with the opening of the grand Industrial exposition on North Calhoun street. Hundreds attended as displays of Fort Wayne products showcased local industry and a pageant was set for Reservoir Park. The city lit up with electric lights and streets filled with sightseers as preparations continued for weeks of events.
A discussion on covering national conventions, detailing the journalist’s role beyond hall seats, reliance on AP dispatches, hotel noise, and the importance of weighing information. It highlights the need for readers’ understanding of political life and the value of accurate, selective reporting amid tumult. It notes naval appropriations and wartime-era context as examples of interpreting official statements.
Report from Indiana indicates Democratic leaders organize for the arriving St Louis convention. Voters and delegates anticipate Thomas R. Marshall as running mate for President Wilson, with New York and Minnesota seen rallying to Marshall. Hoosier delegates plan to join the Indianapolis special train, paying tribute to Marshall as a presidential hopeful.
The passage discusses the flawed naval posture and hints at Roosevelt era concerns. It outlines the Crossett colonization bill of 1929 proposing a national colonization board to study land in the public domain for worker communities in farming and related industries. It envisions $50 million in government-backed indebtedness and a modified tax scheme to fund colonization projects.
An ad claims The Williams Treatment offers relief for bladder issues and chronic conditions. It urges readers to send name and address to obtain a sample or patent number, promising no obligation and free bottle trials.
Mishael Hugs, 23, a Civil War veteran and local resident, praises Tanlac as a remedy for long standing stomach trouble and rheumatism. He reports bloating, pain, and fatigue diminishing after taking Tanlac, noting better sleep and reduced soreness. Tanlac is promoted as beneficial for stomach issues, rheumatism, nervousness, and general vitality. Available at Merer Drug Co stores in Fort Wayne and nearby locations.
A fragmented article cites land and wage policy debates, referencing colonization boards, settlers, and minimum wage concepts. It notes U.S. land values rising, with commentary from Jewish and New York agricultural groups and lists political figures urging labor reform and land banking measures.
Clifton Lisse offers Tebutante Silk in woven stripe patterns with servicentic finish and new dainty shades. Available by the yard at twenty five cents, highlighting colorful fabric options for dressmaking and fashion use.
An assortment of silk suits and gowns for summer wear, highlighting lighter silk ensembles that stay cool and stylish for day and evening use. The text touts varied weaves and colors, affordable prices, and the town’s silk shops as the center of interest for quality fashion.
The text traces the fading influence of Black delegates in Republican conventions from post Civil War era through the early 20th century. It notes initial large attendance of colored brethren, later relegation as mercenaries, and finally reduced representation and contested seats as southern white voters and party shifts diminished Black political power.
George Fox the Jeffery car dealer in northern Indiana territory announces a move of his Fort Wand business from 117 Fast Columbia street to 909 Harrison street. He has leased the Weller building built for his needs and will continue to sell Jeffrey cars and the Jeffery Quad. The new location will stock tires gasoline and auto accessories and he expects a car load of the latest models.
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