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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1908
Page
3
An oblique memory fragment recounts a man from Mill Creek reflecting on his time and mortality, mentioning struggle, electric notices, and a burial. The text suggests a rural setting with faded references to a grave, a drink, and local figures.
An aged, and vague appeal touts New Life Pills as a reliable remedy to ease stomach issues and headaches. Advertisement suggests visit Dreier & Byo's drug store for purchase.
City board directs that permits must be secured for sidewalk repairs as it proceeds to widen South Calhoun Street. The plan calls for widening five feet on the west side and ten feet on the east, affecting property parcels. Officials refer the matter to the city engineer for final determination and notify affected owners. The board also discusses waterproofing reservoir work and street improvements on Sixth Street, Erie Avenue, and Lakeside area, along with a sewer in an alley between Kuvld and Savannah streets. Public health notes report Scarlet fever cases at St Peters Parochial School and impending school term end Friday.
A fragmented report outlines Gould interests seeking an Atlantic terminal via the Western Maryland route, with Baltimore City wary of rivals and state support. It notes past city guarantees for bonds, battles over control with Pennsylvania lines, and current delays amid Wabash and rate-law troubles.
Angolan militia units from Auburn Waterloo and Angola held rifle practice at Lake James ridge. Glen Van Auken DeKalb Stentor court reporter shot well at 100 yards earning a prize and a chance to represent troops at Indianapolis state meeting for target practice. Fellow Auburn shooters included George Cor who gained honors beyond first place.
Jacob Showalter a farmer near Angola Steuben county filed a voluntary petition in bankruptcy with Federal Clerk T J Logan Monday. The schedules list assets at 132 Best Yetter are the attorney for the petitioner. The article also reports on circuit court actions in Auburn Indiana with cases involving drainage system petitions and judgments in favor of plaintiffs.
An ill scanned notice recalls a fraternal ritual honoring deceased brethren. The garbled text mentions a gathering on a Sunday afternoon and references a grand chancellor and ritual actions, though details are obscured by OCR errors. The piece preserves a ceremonial obituary tone without clear names or dates.
Albion Indiana June 16 memorial services honored three deceased Albion Pythian Sisters. A parade led by the Albion high school band and temple members moved from South Orange to the cemetery and back to Tutheran church. The program featured prayers by Rev A F and musical selections by Apollo quartet and Walter Barham, with a solo praised by attendees.
In Auburn Indiana a funeral was held at Mothealt church for a laid away companion last Friday afternoon. Rev Blate of the Lutheran church officiated with free cabs provided. Pallbearers were boys in charge of the wreaths and flowers as neighbors feared the gravest harm after a past tragedy.
A dubious praise fragment from a local testimonial for Hyomei claims relief from severe catarrh and throat congestion. The ad lists names and offers refunds, urging readers to purchase Hyomei through Meyer Bros and Muver Bros.
Tad, Tuesday 14th reports Ora Lorie and MM. H. Ergs, Eva, Albert Jers of Company A. FN, as marksmen at the rifle ranges. J. Jubustun received honors in a large company event noted by Klat News Bureau.
Albion June 16 reports a bright Children’s Day event at the church. Decorations highlighted the annual observance and the program featured the Hubert quartet and choirs. Members and friends attended, with praise for the training committee and Sunday school under Edwin Hines.
Children of the United Brethren and Methodist churches in Angola held observances Sunday evening. The United Brethren program featured recitations songs and duets with church musical support and remarks by Rev. AM Cummins. A charitable offering supported youth education at church colleges and universities.
Auburn Indiana June 19. Chester Adams aims for Steuben lakes hoping to match a prior smothering tale. Bandmaster G W Niles to Napoleon for a five day engagement. Mirthful tale of Mocsailg and a “biddy” gift to a relative. City band directors plan uniforms from July 2 to 4 events. Kiblinger Auto trims staff as demand remains brisk.
The Modern Woodman band played Garrett Subday afternoon for the Order of Railway Trainsmen, dressing in new uniforms and spending about $100 on drum major regalia. Gurton’s minstrels performed at the Stoney Opera House last night to acclaim, while Wing Fadderman’s long absence is noted with recollections of his leadership of the Auburn band and Bad’s restaurant.
In Ligonier Indiana on June 16 updates note Green and James Thompson home from Wisconsin university where they attend school. Mrs J Konkelman Nas sold her millinery store to Miss Wilcox who was formerly her trimmer. Miss Wilcox originally from Kentucky. Monty Senyarts of Memphis visiting relatives. Willla Clariveila and Erle went to New York for summer visiting relatives, accompanied by her father returning soon. Margerite Bouse visiting Wilmont fall week. Mrs Tom Kelley and daughter Sue shopped in Julkhart Monday. Mr and Mrs Chas Gibson returned from Milford. Gibson still on duty.
Fremont items note relatives returning from a trip to the Edith Birs. charlea Persing of Fort Wayne came Friday to Os at the bedside of her father Nicholas Chambers who is dangerously ill. Miss Burke Light visits Port Wayne friends. Mrs Charles Allen and granddaughter June visit Reading while Charles Havens visits Elk Barton. James town visitors Clyde Twitchell and Jamil visit with Mr and Mrs Wm Piper. Ralph Caswell and lady friend visited Sunday at the Buck home.
C Ty Crandall wife and son Clarence Jett bicycle trip planning from Angola toward Toledo with a visit to Bryan en route and a return plan for Sunday. G P Zimmer of Bluffton visited with his wife and parents while Mrs Zimmer recently returned from New Mexico for health reasons. Oscar appears not to travel. Mrs Cyrus Sharp of Fort Wayne noted in town.
Mrs. M. F. J. Lawle seeks settlement of a fingnelyl affair in Fort Wayne bankruptcy court. Harry Dunlap and Miss Nova Max attended Sunday with friends near Stenbeurille. J. H. Birst and wife depart for Lima to join the Ohio state encampment. Mr. Hivet, a 52nd Ohio veteran, looks forward to reuniting with old comrades. Mrs. Isaac Lomaranz returns from Lugranns, Indiana after a two day visit with relatives. Irvin Metzgar shows prosperity with a repainted National Dairy Sins wagon. Mrs. R. W. Sheffer and Earl Tule travel to Fort Wayne for business. Dr. Fred W. Turley and his young son visit from Béon, Ohio, staying with James Turley and Aunt Forn Parish. Read Patterson-Fietcher Co ad on page two.
Pleasant Indiana brief notes describe visitors and residents. Misa Clymora Lacey from Fort Wayne spent Sunday with her parents east of town. Rev S L Roberts left for Chicago to attend a course at the university. Mrs Lawrence Whison of Edgerton Ohio visited with her husband who works on the railway. Dirk Hugh Stuller of Edgerton visited Misa Gertrude Ronsburg. Ray Chadwick, a senior at Brank Mun college, is home for the summer and expects to finish next year.
Social evenings scheduled at Pastime Dancing Hall occur every Tuesday and Friday. Patrons invited to attend dancing, music, and socializing in the early week and weekend slots.
Old Settlers Day set for Thursday in Auburn Indiana with a grand program planned by local officers. The event aims to honor older residents and includes high class music by the Auburn Choir. Local businessmen organized details to ensure comfort and welcome for attendees.
A World's Temperance Congress convened in Saratoga Nevada to mark the centennial of the first temperance society. Morning readings included addresses by Rev. Jars George H. Wibbert of Springfield and Charles Ingraham of Cambridge.
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