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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1903
Page
2
The Allen county Old Settlers and Pioneer Association fixes a permanent reunion date. The first Thursday in September will be known as Old Settlers Day in Allen county and surrounding territory, to be observed broadly by residents.
An opinion piece lauds the new traction company for replacing old infrastructure, promising weather shelters, straightened routes, and double tracks in busy areas. It argues for rapid transit focus, abolition of unsightly switches, and city cooperation to extend a rail network within ten miles of Fort Wayne, underscoring public service goals and reciprocal civic support.
The owners declare support for public service projects and emphasize their interest in Fort Wayne and state prosperity. They pledge to cooperate with new promoters, citing good faith evidence and expectations of future developments meeting anticipations.
A meeting of Indiana Locals of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers in Indianapolis discussed electing delegates to the national convention. Plans to mobilize workers across Bell Company plants in South Bend Logansport Terre Haute Evansville and other towns were outlined if a settlement fails. The report notes possible wage gains and potential plant crippling if negotiations stall.
Five men identified as Thomas Coleman Andrew Marchona Steva Corrmadine Cassy Megatia Nicholas Grometine perished when a small boat capsized while crossing to Fraver. The greater Chicago river current swept them away and none of the bodies have been recovered. Coleman later sank while attempting to swim to shore. All were employed in the Prazzi coal shovers.
Jung Reports say armed bands gather at Goodland and St Francis and Berry ranch in Cheyenne county in a hostile show against Chauncey Dewey and two cowboys. They are being escorted to St Francis by militia as murder fears rise after last week’s Berry killings.
Joseph BR Greenhut, former president of the whisky trust, and his wife departed for Europe this morning to conduct an official inquiry into recent Russian outrages against Jews. He serves on the Committee on National and Civil Rights of the Union of Jewish Congregations of America, representing Illinois. They plan to return in September and report to the committee.
Estimates of damage fall short as flood remnant destroys bridges and embankment. Reported plans for a special session in Topeka within two weeks to fund relief and bridge rebuilding, with governor reportedly opposed to general flood relief but open to targeted bridge work and seed aid for Kaw valley farmers. Mayor Bergundthal pleads for merchants to close and for volunteers to clean flood districts amid a foot of mud.
The Mississippi at Hannibal rose four inches in 24 hours to 22.5 feet, 9.2 feet above danger. Crested and stationary in town as we hear of a fall northward. Burlington shops shut today, 1,000 workers laid off due to the flood.
In New Haven New York June Ex tor James P Bree national secretary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians announced that his order subscribed $1,000 for the relief of the food sufferers at Kansas City.
In Macon on Sunday a Black man named Tianfo Yervey allegedly killed by shooting a man who owed a mountain sum of money. The suspect was captured and later hanged by a mob at 8 20 pm as officers watched. The body reportedly bore multiple bullet wounds. Local ad notes: Hanan Shoes at 718 Calhoun St.
Heavy fog over the America's cup course halted today’s fast trial races between Reliance Constitution and Columbia off Tuckerton New Jersey. All preparations were made but postponement was deemed advisable with hopes for better wind and water conditions tomorrow.
The WABASH steamers offer Sunday outings to Detroit via Toledo starting on June 1. Tickets remain at 1.60. Steamboat special departs at 6:00 a.m. from BU location.
Daily special rates to western and northwestern points via the Nickel Plate line. See nearest agent or address C. A. Agsterlin, T. P. A. Port Wayne, Ind.
A terse advertises bond services including militia, contract and fidelity bonds. The notice references corporate renewal and delays, signed by Adera Wilson, agents.
Strawberries for canning available now at Great Grocery Co. Fresh berries priced at 25 pence per box. Limited supply, hurry to secure your fruit for preserves and jams.
A $3,000,000 mortgage was filed this afternoon on property associated with the Clover Leaf and Grand Trunk lines in Toledo Ohio. The Detroit Toledo shares are named in the filing, securing the tract with traction mortgage action.
Ohio political maneuvering surfaces as Senator Platt declares Hanna ready to lead the national committee and notes no knowledge of any move to promote Senator Quay. Senator Scott comments on labor issues while Senator Quay and party officials travel through Maine en route to Spider Lake.
June 18 journey along the Nickel Plate road leads to nearby amusement spots with cheap RoundMirip attractions. Nearest address is C. A. Asler, Fort Wayne, Ind, with offers for later hours and nearby facilities.
Dayton figures Frank McGrew visits on business while Miss Emma Dochtermar seeks supplies for the Home for Feebleminded at the First National bank. Marlon hosts a state meeting and Jacob Leighty attends federal court. A Veterans meeting at Battery D Armory is urged. William Mote returns from California before heading west with his mother. Mrs. W J Myers recovers from a heart trouble after doctors. several local names and movements are noted.
The Spanish king mails gifts to President Roosevelt including books and a manuscript. The items include works on Prince Eugen of Savoy and Dante Alighieri, bound in red Morocco with royal crests. A message of goodwill from King Humbert is carried by Signor Mayer along with the gift.
The General Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church met in Baltimore on June 8. The seventeenth annual treasurer’s report by Louis Mafann showed a precarious financial condition while the board of church extension delivered its biennial report read by General Secretary J. H. Weber. Appointments to the board of missions included clergy and lay members from Washington, Baltimore, York, Pa., and Hanover, Pa.
Robert Lincoln Kelly was inaugurated as Earlham College president to succeed J F Mills who resigned. A large crowd of citizens alumni and representatives of colleges attended. The event marked the fifty sixth anniversary of the Quaker institution.
A source says government plans to file new charges against former Frog Delivery Superintendent Machen after the existing case fled and seeks further evidence. The informant notes the strength of Machen's defense and that prosecutors may reveal specifics within days. Both Machen and his lawyers express confidence in a complete vindication.
The Rural Free Delivery Service disbands its Mying Squadron after a postable investigation. Five agents are reassigned to other fields, with investigators in other divisions reporting to Washington while remaining special agents report to their division heads.
Sporting News Philadelphia reports the Dohelyn fighter to oppose Butler of the city tonight in the first round of the National Athlete sub. The bout was scheduled for six rounds but the plan is to end early with a decisive knockout.
Indiana posse gathers in Shoals to hunt Arthur Lyons accused of murdering a mother. Evidence places him on the move as moodhounds join the search. Lyons, aided by relatives, vows not to be captured and threatens action if harmed during the roundup.
Washington June grand jury found true bills against the Groff brothers over alleged bribe offers to A W Machen former superintendent of free delivery in the Post Office department. Indictments delayed by preparatory issues the panel will next hear the case of James N Tyner former assistant attorney general for the Post Office department who was dismissed after the safe in his office was opened.
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