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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1908
Page
4
The piece notes market unease amid rumors of speculators and investigations, with prices affected and heavy trading in United States bonds. It cites a broad decline from rumor-driven selling and mentions total sales near $2,275,000 in par value bonds, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
Weather, crop damage, and market activity mix as wet conditions and pests impact wheat prospects. July futures show gains then slip. prices bounce with reports from Minneapolis, Duluth, Chicago and Missouri areas. Receipts reach high levels as traders weigh supply, demand, and futures positions.
Quoted prices span butter, cheese, creamery, and grains with hay, live poultry, meats, and farm stock. Notes include quotations from New York and regional markets, with farm animal values and miscellaneous commodities such as potatoes and eggs. Local sale terms appear amid broad price listings and commodity mentions.
Grain prices showed a firmer tone for corn and oats amid market nerves. Openings spiked with December gains and Liverpool quotes, while late trading trimmed gains as March and December contracts fluctuated. Oats finished higher with July and September advancing, wheat activity remained mixed with varied regional quotes across futures.
Kendallville reports gas line work as Boreman J J Campbell of the artificial gas plant, aided by a General Construction employee, marks lateral pipe points for residences. A city map of gas mains and laterals will be prepared, and installation of lateral piping will start once the map is finished.
The One World coffee market summary notes futures closing weak with July at 5.59 and December at 4.50, while September shows broader activity. Trading includes No. 7 and No. 4 grade notes, with price movements tied to Covdson, MROLRC and related market terms.
The city scales recorded prices for the day with oats at five dollars and corn at ning londs. Prices from the previous day persisted with phavetaoptia bf worn rising a gent.
The first meeting today between Harry E Shaw and his wife Velyn since his release bid from the Malenwin asylum took place in the Dutchess County Jail Thaws quarters. The private visit lasted a day as Mrs Shaw expressed support and said her husband is sane and deserves the chance to be with her.
Albion lodge No 983 Knights of Pythias and Albion temple Pythian Sisters will hold memorial services Sunday June 14 meeting at Temple hall at 1 30 pm procession to cemetery then to Lutheran church for memorial address by Rev A F Knepp U S church. Music by Albion high school band Johnston orchestra and lodge members. All invited.
Ora May, 23, wife of Marion Tinkham, prominent farmer of Blue Creek township, died of consumption at South Salem near Decatur Indiana. Funeral held at 2 p.m. with Rev. Edgar Jones officiating. burial in Tricker cemetery. She was the daughter of Osro DeArmond. Survived by husband, mother, three sisters and two brothers.
East News Bureau reports the Methodist Music Company and choir from M. E. Church visited Celina to spend a day with Dr. and Mrs. Jesse Erns. They rode the interurban, enjoyed boating and fishing, had a picnic lunch, and visited the Brnkberger home for refreshments. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Dan Derry, Dan Sprang, J. D. Hale, C. L. Walters, John Niblick, B. Wilcox, Neptune, Alexander Bell, Mr. and Mrs. Brekhart of Celina, and other local guests.
A special dinner event at Hof Brau is offered today for 25 cents. The notice highlights a limited price, inviting patrons to dine at the familiar venue.
Report from Union Stock Yards details hog prices rising to about 9.75 per cwt with hefty volumes. Cattle and sheep show firmer bids, with steers near 7.85 and heavy buyers at several price points. receipts compare weekly and yearly, with regional notes from Kansas City and Buffalo. Industry names Armour & Co and Swift & Co appear among buyers.
In Angola Ind on June 12 the Ritter family reunion gathered at Avalon Angela fair grounds beside Lake James. The Abel Parrott family held their eighth annual reunion at Mr and Mrs Clarence Parrott’s near Betz with about fifty attendees. Activities included a program and a family group photo plus a baseball display and hearty dinner.
In Ligonier Indiana June 12 report covers Northern Indiana Edderiat association meeting in Logansport with J. F. McDonald elected president. Local residents, guests and visiting relatives are listed, including Mrs. Charles Clapp of Alybone, Mrs. Walter Kegg and daughter Evelyn, Mrs. C. F. Brown of Kendallville, Fay McLean at Angola, Laura Inks visiting Ozark relatives, J. L. Cavin returning from a trip, and Goshen visitors Henton Howeer and Dick Finch.
Lagrange county prepares for a countywide school graduation day with graduates to receive diplomas and partake in township contests. Music by the Shipshewana band, a full program of songs and readings, class addresses, and diploma presentations planned, with teachers appointed to supervise grads across townships.
Advertisement notes a 10 horsepower Rus traction engine for sale at a bargain. potential buyers are directed to inquire at 712 Barr Street, with the seller listed as Bie mer & Co. The notice emphasizes immediate sale and contact details.
Hamilton residents plan a July Fourth celebration featuring Bond Music by the Metz band an ascentina and merry-go-rounds. A display of browerks from the lake will accompany evening canelade with Aarand. Beershady invites all to attend the Florious forth celebration.
Real estate listings compiled by J. G. Heller highlight transactions and abstracts. A separate trade notice on food vendors mentions Hof Brau offerings like live lobsters black bass frog legs and spring chicken attracting patrons.
June 18 Hamilton Indiana notes report an ice cream social to aid a Fourth of July event, a Sunday church outing at Cameron Point with teacher Grant Chilcoat, visits by Miss Schovitt of Angola and Miss Delma Swift, and a birthday party for Reba Helme hosted by KR Helme. Shaking banns with Betty Rule’s visit to Hamilton are also mentioned.
The item notes live lobsters and black bass advertised in the wants section. Bray promotion appears as a feature teaser for the Journal-Gazette Want Ads.
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