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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1906
Page
18
A local advertises bicycle and motor repair services by skilled hands, claiming constant practice and a standard wholesale supply. It notes dealers for Standard Bicycle and Motor Cycle, with brands like Gas Manuet and Numera, located at 411 Washington Boulevard near Calhoun Street.
Cauhubusco Ind June 11 The large Val Brown sawmill here was ruined by fire early today with about 1000 dollars worth of lumber in the yard destroyed The mill stood near the Vandalla depot just south of the Bates hotel Firemen saved a bath house and the nearby residence but the mill and machinery losses are heavy The blaze was fed by a brisk wind and no night watchman was on duty with origin undetermined and insurance on stock and lawn valued The disaster threatens local employment and could delay regional lumber supply for the year
A Whitley County farmer mutual insurance report lists eight lightning caused losses from a storm on June 8. Damages include barns, houses, and three livestock deaths with total losses of 210.85 dollars across multiple townships and residents. The distribution of losses was carefully allocated among the affected areas.
Columbia City Indiana June 16 fire department answered small blaze at Jacob rac home on North Elm. Spark from a defective flue ignited between lath and sheeting. neighbors contained fire before department arrival. Driver Sam Jolly delayed by misheard alarm directing to Conrad Erne home. damage described as small.
Aya Young, lineman for Partners Mutual Telephony in Whitley County, was found delirious at 1 AM at the Pentz home. He showed no serious injuries, though back pain and a minor ear wound were noted after an apparent fall or mishap during Friday work, with doctors attributing the incident to possible injury while on duty.
Rose of the Ingola Magnet recounts the Hadsell Teleseekery trip from St. Louis along the Missouri Kansas & Texas to Sparks Oklahoma City and Fort Worth. The narrative praises river valleys, pioneer hardships, and the promising future for Sparks and Lincoln County, noting land values, farming prospects, and growing rail links amid a long, scenic itinerary through Indian Territory, Oklahoma City, Denison, Sherman, and Fort Worth.
A garbled note describes a man who had worked Friday and felt no injury, then was taken to a nearby home. He remained in a somnolent, semi coherent state and appeared able to recognize acquaintances. The text references names and places but is largely unreadable.
Mrs. Alfaretta Raber of Land, widow of the late Mr Raber, received a draft for $1,000 from the Keighta of the Macendees, the policy sum on her husband in the order. The claim was entered two weeks ago and prompt payment was reported following his death on May 25.
Columbia City ends the smallpox quarantine at the home of Frank Stofferon after community health officials announce removal following assessment on Tune 16. Local authorities confirm the measure was lifted and residents may resume normal activities.
Rast Jackson street, the family having been under quarantine for twenty four days, William Shearer having had the disease there. All members of the family had been vaccinated and honey contracted the disease and Shearer has fully recovered.
Angd Indiana June 16 The members of the United Iiidicatd districtTrun had a gathering at Lake James yesterday as the guests of the Angola lawyers. The lake excursion was made in special car furnished by the Angola Railway and Power Company. An elaborate dinner was served at The Inn hotel after which there were short speeches by the guests. The speaker of the day was Judge Hanan of Taste who spoke on legal ethics and it was highly appreciated by the lawyers.
Marion hosts Fort Wayne in a baseball clash setting the tone for today’s schedule. Local readers expect a competitive game with key players from both sides stepping up on the mound and at bat.
Kendallville Indiana June 16 a rural dairy region reports an inventor from Iowa has created a machine to automate milking. Otto Mertz of Fairfield township DeKalb County tests a device with an electric motor on the cow and a tail generator, a phonograph barking orders, and mechanical arms that pull milk into a bucket. The system aims to reduce labor for dairy workers and includes a patent claim for the invention.
Kendallville Indiana June 16 Arch sheriff arrest of Harry Ponting of Main Street near Nobie Lagrange County line followed a complaint by Dan Harker a prosperous Wayne township farmer Ponting faced Justice Laub in Kendaville pleaded guilty and was bound over to court in 200 dollars bail Unable to meet the bond he was taken to Albion jail The Harker neighborhood has suffered from petty thefts hinting at an organized gang and the calf theft occurred in daylight two days earlier indicating boldness by the culprits
In Kendallville Indiana anticipation grows for the T and C Interurban line activation. Residents discuss a celebratory turning on of power this month with potential alignment to a national patriotic Fourth of July event.
Milford defeated Albion 4 to 2 in a Friday afternoon baseball game in Albion Indiana. Umpire performance pleased both teams. Albion plans to play next Thursday and then Warsaw. players show improvement and deserve greater support.
Albion Indiana June 16 Willatt Sheffer of Albion was arrested some time ago for fighting but was freed by the justice of the peace on condition that Sheffer leave Albion and stay away. He returned to Albion Saturday and is now on trial.
Newton Tryor of Allen township visits his sister in Grand Lodge Michigan. Mrs Joe Friend and children stay with Mrs Rachel Friend in Albion. Mrs Mort Blnskid of Kendalville will visit her parents near Churubusco Sunday. Jessie Miller of Tigdpper hosts Mrs John Cory in Albion this week. Dr M M Bowen of Kendallville travels to Butler on professional business Sunday. Mrs N M Coulstank and Mrs J A Hugh of Arcadia Nebraska visit relatives near Latte. Mrs W F Waddell and daughter of Kondatlelile guest at Olivia in Rome City over Sunday. Miss Gerlinda Glor and RP Gam of Kondallyitle spend day at Nome City Saturday. Misa Mand Kingsbury of Albion returns home from attending Christmas. Seronghits convertion at Leston. Mr and Mrs Grorge Barman of Wayne Township guests of Me-
Mrs. Martin Lacke of Columbia Franke Austin of Sout Milford consults Dr Wheelock for injuries. Miss Lorna Dickinson of Kendallville returns home from Kalemanou school for vacation. Mrs. B F Busty and daughter Misa lave visit with Ivers at Our dallville. M Bayer of Roger opera house Kendallville travels to Battle Creek Mich to visit his son. Cory and Mas Inex Rugx of Apbinn leave for Yor Claeypoo and Bourbon to spend summer with friends. Kidwell of Paleda O visits Kendallville last week in interest of habit daily, will stay with parents in Fort Wayne. Mair’s home near Noble DeKalb county Inn hosts relatives visits.
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