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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1905
Page
2
A jumble of early 20th century clippings touches New York political intrigue, labor law, and public notices. It mentions Roosevelt and Miles, governor actions, hotel licensing and health inspections, sheriff duties, and attorney general opinions on federal eight hour rules on the Isthmus. The text reflects public discourse on governance, regulation, and enforcement in a bustling urban setting.
The assistant attorney general states the act extends to mechanics and laborers employed on United States public works but not to those under private or state projects. The secretary of war requested opinion on whether provisions cover laborers on a road or railway project, with the attorney general concluding workers are outside federal purview when work is under state control or private operation, though the act may apply to federally funded public works.
The piece discusses wild flower gathering as a shared practice, outlining who may collect, where, and how to gather safely. It notes a customary privilege extending to fields, woods, and hedges, with warnings about boundaries, fences, and domestic spaces. It reflects on decorative uses and daily satisfaction from seasonal gleanings.
Manila dispatch reports GZAR showing willingness to end the war as Gen Wright cables Beerethy that presidential orders regarding Lingayen shins have been carried out. Two Japanese ships are seen passing Lingayen entrance and speeding south. Lingayen gulf lies about 109 miles north of Manila on Luzon’s west coast.
Philadelphia June 8 The Japanese government has placed with a Pillsbury car-building company an order for 960 box cars for early delivery This is supplemental to the errer for 1 000 box and gondola cars placed a few days ago Also report from St Petersburg June 9 All Russian congress address criticizes czarist policy and calls for a convocation of elected representatives to decide war or peace and reform national organization
Washington June. The issue confirms establishment of complete rural delivery in Lake County leaves only one county in the Tenth district without full county service. The district now has more routes than any district in Indiana.
An Equitable Life Assurance Society committee considers whether to nominate Paul Morton or Horace Porter as chairman. Adjourned board meeting set for tomorrow to discuss nominations and possible resignations and new appropriation involving the sale insurance department.
The Knights of Columbus in Los Angeles adopt a resolution to study the advisability of altering assessments related to a broader federation plan for advancing religious and patriotic aims. A committee will report soon. Officers, with Sayreme Kuisht Kalsard 1 and others named, will hold the next meeting in New Haven.
A Metropolitan Black Contractor led a bid contest for South Grand Way asphalt works but was ousted by affidavits as plans for an isolation hospital and public works projects moved forward. The meeting discussed bid advertising, property owner opposition, and multiple sidewalk and street improvements including Maglevion avenue and Erlo street progress.
In Philadelphia in June Henry C Frick of Pittsburg resigned as director of the Franklin National Bank and as director of the Commercial Trust Company both in the city. No successor chosen and reports say Frick left due to travel demands and liability to attend board meetings in the city.
Dr Harry Dell formerly of this city and now in the United States Bureau in the Philippines travels to Washington to seek a transfer. He dislikes tropical climate and cites a $2,500 salary as insufficient to stay in Manila. Two years ago rabid rinderpest killed nine tenths of draft animals, forcing the bureau to repair the damage. American cattle and horses are gradually imported, but Manila beef now costs reduced from 75 to 15 cents a pound.
A tornado struck farms north of Kendallville in Goshen Indiana causing extensive damage. The funnel cut a nearly half mile path with property roofs torn off orchards damaged and buildings demolished. Estimated damage around 94000 dollars. No injuries reported.
Mergentheim's Millinery Store will be open this evening. LIGHT-WEIGHT UNDERWEAR. Don't get it into you head that one, store gives you Msi as good value as another. We are selling a fine Bal briggan af 50c that we will guarantee i to be as good in quality and made better than any 75¢ Balbriggan founu in any other store. REUBEN 5. PATTERSON,
A proposed Indianapolis Northlown traction expansion aims to run from Huntington through Marion Elwood Noblesville and Goshen, with surveys starting soon. The project seeks subsidies, stock increases, and right of way options, potentially connecting Huntington to Indianapolis and overlapping with or rivaling existing lines.
The Knights of Columbus stage an important testing session in the lodge hall and report strong progress toward a large county fair. Committees from area churches indicate the event will be a success with daily activities, a parade, music, and Catholic group participation. Edward Thuser is expected to attend St Vincent's Orphans. Committees meet next Thursday to finalize arrangements.
Notice explains the Wayne Hunting Mills prize plan with 140 prizes. Circulars are being delivered to houses. for unclear details or more circulars visit hosiery counters downtown. Deposits and slips may be chosen. Wayne Knitting Pell Handpainted China at Dallas and Sterling Silver Wielding presents at Dallas & Green's Arcade Jeweler.
Continued from page one, a machine exhibit was shown tonight and will run tomorrow night on Galhoun Street between Columbus and nearby avenues, aiming to attract visitors from Fort Wayne's surrounding towns and showcase the city’s commercial institutions.
The Packard store features a live window display in Fort Wayne. Peter Behrlein, a skilled action maker, works in the window during the afternoon, demonstrating how piano parts are constructed and illustrating instrument assembly.
A jagged item notes fines for a tailor or shop at Catbereons Lots with prices $20 and $25, followed by names SEER and PATTERSON, and a couple Roy Johnson and Mrs. Roy Johnson at Bell Avenue announcing a son. The fragmentary text blends multiple people and places without clear context.
A Fort Wayne exposition highlights local products from the Indiana Furniture company and others, featuring hand-painted china, plaster, and glass. Observers praise the display of regional craftsmanship, with attendees impressed by art glass, soaps, fashion, and bespoke garments, while some regret missed business interest.
Mergentheim's Millinery shows Patterson's gutins and veils in the evening window display. The display emphasizes new gutins and veils catching the eye of passersby.
Local store announces tonight hours for the Made-in-Ft Wayne Exhibition. M Frank and Co will take orders for wedding and reception cakes at Scherer’s Bakery.
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