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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1903
Page
3
The Rev J Webster Bailey recovering in Topeka after a week afloat describes a Plymouth Church sermon on faith while detailing his near drowning and miraculous rescues during the flood. He recalls the providence of God and how belief strengthens when trials arrive, including ferrying by improvised boats and dramatic rescues of stranded families.
Reports indicate Taggart and Crawford Ratbanks plan a bank start at French Lick with $5,000 incorporation. The venture aims to serve a town of about 4,400, pending state or national charter. Directors include Taggart Crawford and McDonald, with McDaal serving as general manager of the Alowan railroad.
In La Porte Indiana a mortgage filing involves Michgan City and Northern Indiana Gowdonpany securing Ganaty Re corler McCurdy's Oflee w trast der toy Lou in favor of the Cepia Toast company, Winnie tad Baw. The fragmented notice names the parties and context of the filing.
C B Gelatoch named president and principal stockholder in the company while Rince O Murphy acts as trustee and covers farmland wrap. The filing touches on guardianship style financial control and a five year bond or note context.
Elkhart Ind June 14 A special meeting of the contest last night authorized the street commissioner to remove twenty five poles of the Elkhart Electric company from Crawford Street on Tuesday without the company’s permission as required by its franchise. The poles were claimed to be parallel alloy lines transmitting power from the Henryland plant. No move to resist is anticipated.
An explosion at the store and home of Jonn Brosokowski in Milwaukee today caused by pouring kerosene into a sighted stove killed two people, fatally injured a third, and injured six others. Annie Brozokowski, 13, Tony Brozokowski, 2, and Guein Wolf, 29, are named among the injured as windows shattered and the house damaged, with several expected to recover under physician care.
Mrs Gus Rabustefl visited Cincinnati to see friends. Adem Lamar went to Erie Pennsylvania and Baltimore Michigan on Pennsylvnia car business. George Storing resigned from electric work and heads to Denver Colorado to file for home. J C Grimme returned to Fort Wayne Indiana after visiting C W Marshall near Liberty Center. Ilda spent a week with the Marshall family. News mentions fishing at Winona Jake and a large photo of Meritimer at day’s end with a catch of pounds declared.
The city council debates granting a gas franchise to a company seeking meters and a 25 cent rate drop with a 264 cent charge elsewhere. Bluffton may reject the ordinance and the firm may relocate to Port Wayne for better prices, affecting local gas supply.
In New York on June 4 a large crowd of children from Suna parties gathered in Central Park for games, cake, sandwiches, and ice cream. Alderman John McColl hosted a June feast, distributing 22,000 tickets for the event, drawing far more invitations than could be accommodated.
Lexington June 14 railroad strike ends after President James O Gorman orders return to work for Chesapeake and Ohio machinists. Walkout in Huntington and Way Wis cited. investigation of Wilmington disturbance to be led by O Connors. workers resume tomorrow.
Patterson company reports high value sales to major theaters, highlighting strong demand for new productions. Executives note rising bookings from Winona area venues and Bull Theatre, with projected revenue growth in the coming quarter.
El Paso Texas reports grave flood danger as the Rio Grande surges, a lake forms behind the levee, and authorities rush to fortify weak spots with sandbags. Police and workers patrol the riverfront while a major rainfall adds to the peril.
In St Louis on June 14 the river fell about one foot in four hours with the gauge at thirty feet one inch. The water is receding slowly, and officials predict the thirty foot mark will not be reached for several days. An inquest opened into the death of Clitoral Hillmbey, a St Gauls naval reserve member killed during the Eat Souls event, with coroner Lucy J S Bretton presiding. Bratton, a horseman connected to the scene, was brought from Bellevue to East St Louis for the inquest and later returned. no shooter identified. East St Louis areas south of Broadway and west of the Southern tracks showed marked flood declines since Wednesday morning. Many displaced residents may return home as early as Tuesday. Some flood victims from Madison, Woodson, Granite City, and East St Louis are reported missing. Twenty seven inquiries have been received at relief HQs. Bratton was removed to Belleville for safekeeping amid tempers. Thirty five men, with Bratton, were examined. all but five were released.
The relief committee of Kansas City Kansas appeals nationwide for money and supplies for flood victims. Describing warehouses and homes washed away, it notes thousands remain dependent on charity for food clothing and basic needs. The message urges urgent national support to prevent deeper suffering and disease.
Dee Murty, secretary of the state board of health, released tables showing the number of deaths in Indiana during the year 102. The data indicate trends in mortality and highlight public health concerns across communities.
In Cincinnati this week the International Printing Pressmen with Assistants Union holds its eighteenth convention. Nearly all of the 300 delegates enrolled attended the opening receptions hosted by the cat union and the bodies auxiliary.
A fire swept through a western area near the Omaha railroad destroying a major warehouse and causing estimated losses around 80,000 dollars. Insurance coverage and rebuilding plans are under review as investigators assess the blaze.
A telephone message reported Mrs Frank Beyer conveying news to Mr TR McKim, Pennsylvania Mines superintendent, that he was sinking and in serious condition. His wife and mother were summoned during the night, and his death was unexpected though not fully confirmed, with notes of his long life and virtue.
In Huntington on July 14, Iim Gleagoll of the Andreave Signal and Dr Bert Goffey of Andrews fought in a street altercation yesterday. Each landed blows on the other’s head and body. Coffey paid attention to the daughter of Gh Be tows, who observed. Gleason published a full account of the fight and Coffey recently reacted. Neither was treated.
The Mitch Avenue banks directors declare a special dividend of 100 percent on the 190,000 capital of one bank, payable July 1. The regular quarterly dividend of 25 percent is also noted for the bank, with other extravagent market activity mentioned around the Sage family and Russell Sage as a director.
South Whitley News reports Miner and Joe Saul elected to the Whitley school board. George Harrison of Columbia City passed the entrance exam for West Point and will begin military service this week. Harrison is the son of Mayor Joseph R. Harrison of Columbia City.
An old advertisement promoting a stock of cameras and Kodaks with developing and finishing services. L. M. Meek offers reasonable prices and notes experienced staff in charge at 911 Calhoun Street Tavs ély.
New York June 14 Prime movers in the Building Trades Employers association announced a plan to halt all pullding work in the city unless labor unions agree to arbitration to prevent future strikes. The move startled about 50,000 of the 120,000 idle workers who had hoped to resume by tomorrow. Charles J. Hidlitz, president, said delegates forced the hand, compelling action.
In Scranton Pennsylvania on June 14, National President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers arrived to attend a convention addressing the miners' representatives on the board of convocation. He indicated no strong stance on the pending dispute over district presidents and said miners would approve the convention’s likely action. Dr Charles Neill, appointed commissioner to compute coal stock, traveled from Washington after meeting Mitchell to aid in an early and peaceful settlement of the dispute before the visiting operator reps arrive from New York and Philadelphia.
Walter Brown of Elkharto County debates re election as chairman of the congressional committee. Attorney General Blea and rival Brick show support for Boss while Brown vows to decide, with Republican preparations underway in Marshall County for Brown’s reselection.
Barrington June 19 1792 ceremony marks the unveiling of a memorial honoring Negro slaves and their descendants for service to the revolution and nation. The white quartz boulder bears a tablet pledging memory and interdependent relations of races as part of a public monument.
Riots marked Corpus Christi day across French cities with anti clerical protests. In Paris and Orleans mobs clashed with police. prefectures were attacked, sentry boxes smashed, and gendarmes detained. Demonstrations escalated despite troop presence. several people injured and arrests reported. Minor disturbances noted in Nantes Dunkerque and Lyon areas.
Bnai Erith moves to address Kishineff affair amid uncertain local reaction as officials discuss potential steps. The report notes community concerns and calls for cautious handling of the issue at hand.
The ident and secretary of state discussed the matter with the executive committee of the Independent Order of the Brui Brits. The committee met late and prepared a concrete term summary for the president and Mr. Hay, but did not reveal details. A public statement is likely after tomorrow's conference.
Governor William H. Hunt arrived aboard the steamer Ponce in New York town asserts no plan to resign. He notes continued island development and rising U.S.-Porto Rico trade, with coffee exports up to 500000 dollars January to June, sugar shipments exceeding 500000 since January 1, and American investment in orange cultivation tobacco and interior improvements. He praises political progress, peace under American law, and swift adoption of the American system.
Judge Frank Baker refused to grant Grace Painter Jones a divorce from Pred Jones. The court noted Mr Jones’s attentions to Grace’s mother and a disputed poker game as factors. The parties argued the other’s conduct, but the judge found no sufficient ground for divorce.
A massive cloudburst twenty feet high floods the valley and hills, sweeping through Columban and Park to-day. A solid wall of water destroys a timber and river area, wrecking a Northern Pacific bridge and flooding Reed Port, tying up trains and washing away roads.
London observers hailed Melba as she returned to Covent Garden in La Bohème portraying Mimi. The performance drew a sold out crowd with notable attendees though some regulars felt the revival did not surpass past triumphs.
Chicago June 14 A quarrel at Tiurlem race track left Sidney Depdergy a famed horse owner with a fractured skull after a pitchfork attack. The assailant, nicknamed Dutch, was arrested following the assault, text reports indicate.
A deadly crowd crush in Cleveland, Ohio, during a chaotic event left a teenager dead and many injured. Police recovered the body as security explored the scene and attempted crowd control. The incident prompted safety review by local authorities and the savings company mentioned in the report faced heightened scrutiny.
Advertises Essolino Launches, row boats, fish ing boats, canoes with prompt work and lowest prices. Mentions correspondence and customer service, highlighting affordable offerings and speedy production.
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