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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1906
Page
1
Flint and Baganow teams clashed in a rain soaked Mackinaw style duel as Fort Wayne struggled on wet ground. Michigan correspondent notes the double dose of misfortune with errors costly and players outplayed at every turn amid a soggy field and splashing crowd.
A garbled Central League report mentions Wheeling, Towne, and Angew facing tough tests as teams prepare for upcoming games. It notes possible matchups with Springfield, Plymouth, and Central, referencing players like Reeves, Cartiener, and Schoenberlain and hinting at travel plans and court locations for next Tuesday’s games.
Two men are arrested and fined 33 dollars after a local game at Corner Rod and Gun Club Park in Payne Ohio. Reported in Indianapolis Indiana with details of deputy state patrol and local officials visiting Lafayette for related incident.
The Universal Brewers association elected officers led by Gardiner of New York and adopted a resolution promoting temperance, urging brewers to halt supplying beer to disreputable saloons and pushing purification of saloons. W. L. Goltschalk was elected to a leadership role amidst debates on closing low dives.
The text describes a veteran gathering at Encampment 1207 with Sons of Veterans and a concert at Cotter et al Unedily, mentioning delegations, a band concert, and a political meeting. It references Valpardite universe lore and a Whittern party with delegates at Ishettan.
River claimants tied up for forty eight hours salting the omer of the seis but no boats arrived. A search along the bank uncovered Gry pieneLplay Crake and a seine in the river. George Datlorising noted the catch. The group faced fines of five pounds each at the local court.
Notice from Corner Rod and Gun Club announces daily hours from 10 AM to 10 PM for members and guests. In New York courts Britt and others charged with violations of criminal code. bail set at 540 for two, and a similar charge leads to trial for additional figures. Packard Company stockholders to meet June 18 at 11 AM in Fort Wayne to consider increasing common and preferred stock, with details of proposed amounts and six percent cumulative preferred stock.
National League clash sees Philadelphia rally late to force extra frames and triumph 11th inning. Stars Seib, Spach, Voit drive decisive hits. DeWitt and coaches praised for strategic moves. New York slate shows Cubs and Brooklyn results amid busy schedule.
Cleveland pitcher Jane T-Jox blanked Hoston on three hits while backed by solid defense and timely hits. Detroit built a lead in the fourth on an error, with Mle driving in runs and Chauncey securing the win. Umpires Loyphibt and others listed. Chicago and Philadelphia games postponed due to rain. New York’s late rally fell short in a 9 to 9 contest.
The Journal Gazette reports the formation of a new oil tank and pump company in Indianapolis with a $50,000 capitalization. Directors include Albert Walker, J. Meser, and several others, aiming to develop better facilities and service. The article notes the newspaper’s modern printing plant and invites business inquiries.
A garbled early 20th century wire-type summary lists players and scorers from teams including Kilroy, Oberlin, and Minne, with references to games, margins, and venues. Mentions Toledo, Indiana, and Minneapolis fixtures, noting double scoring and lineups while struggles to parse names and outcomes.
The inter state managers gathered in Flint to fix the league schedule and conduct business. Officials from Marion Saginaw and Grand Rapids attended with proxies from Lima and Fort Wayne. The league reports a stronger financial position with a balance around 1711.07 and no indebtedness, while noting Anderson as the only unsettled item. A concert at Third Presbyterian Church was announced for that evening, admission 25 cents. Shocks on Samar Island reported as severe with ripples in Manila stock activity noted.
The Packard band of this city will play at Fublsan park as part of a series of open air events Sunday afternoon and again Monday and Wednesday with a program designed to attract large crowds. The attraction has been well secured and noted in the Journal-Gazette Want Ad.
The Knights of Columbus adjournment is noted as a meeting adjourned and a proposed agreement would deed to the city a land strip between the St. Joseph River and St. Joe Boulevard. A mayoral referral followed. Residents protest removals on South Wayne Avenue and Cottage Avenue demand a new bump at the corner. A petition seeks grading at an alley near St. Marys Avenue.
A crowd gathered as the board of public works heard delegations of property owners urging delays before voting on vacating sections between Wabush and Grant. Action on street projects was postponed for a week while officials review the matters. several building permit values were listed including homes on Mad ison Place and West Crofton Avenue and a remodel on Barry Street.
The Women’s Club Federation concluded its convention in Pave with a general meeting. Delegates elected officers and addressed the group in a closing session, signaling the end of the event and outlining future duties.
Many visitors attended the manual training display at Hay Mh school last night. The mech drawings and pupil products were shown, with forges lit and machines running, letting guests see students at work from 7 to 8 30 p m. Attorney J W Hanan of Lagrange accompanied by Mrs Hanan visited the city yesterday.
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