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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1906
Page
3
One bottle of Wright's Rheumatic Remedy is claimed to cure rheumatism and related pains. The text touts success for men and women, including back, kidney, and general rheumatic discomfort, promising rapid relief and renewed strength. It urges readers to obtain a bottle and ask for it locally.
Major RL Harrison of the Indiana National Guard’s Thin battalion visits Marlon to inspect Company A, Delphia for Company L, and Rensselaer for Company M, completing a three‑company tour and expected return Wednesday. He is highly regarded by local guard units and peers.
In Columbia City Indiana Vern Robbins administrator of the estate of Hannah J. Robbins filed suit Monday in circuit court against James A. Robbins and Benton E. Gates. The complainant seeks 751 dollars claiming James A. Robbins borrowed 617 dollars from Hannah Robbins and gave a one year note. Benton E. Gates as a real estate broker is alleged to hold over 200 dollars in loans for the estate to be applied toward the note. James Robbins is described as unknown and not believed to reside in the state.
Dredge machinery and related gear, hauled in eighty car loads, were loaded and shipped from a North Unnetty site to Angola Iowa. Florcuer and Jimiton contracted the dredge work along more than eight miles of El river, with the fleet expected to take about two years to complete. The Mallendore firm oversaw the dismantling and staged the loads for transport to Mis city.
Dr Bruno Hurt recently graduated from a medical college and travels to Churubusco Indiana to assume the practice of Dr James W Squires who will be away for six months in London and Europe pursuing studies while Mrs Squires remains in town with music and domestic duties.
The final Overdears reunion gathered 25 to 30 relatives at the old homestead now owned by Rev. G. W. Ducles, six miles west of Roanoke on the Huntington and Whitley County line. A large spread featured the day, with W. G. Overdear of Fort Wayne attending with his wife. He noted the event as the most remarkable settlement in memory.
Columbia City Ind Feb 15 Fr Gearhart of Blutren closed a contract with Mrs Once Kitzely for the soft drink bottling plant on South Main Street. Gearhart will take possession at once and expand the operation. The plant’s ownership changes since opening five years ago. It remains to be seen if new owners will pursue additional business locally or elsewhere. Gearhart plans to move into the city promptly.
Henry A. Losier of Van Buren spent Monday on business in Columbia City. Otto W Grant was appointed guardian of minor Lavada A Beasley. A divorce case involving Alice Knisely vs Oxony Knisely was dismissed with costs. County Secretary BK Strong reported a rise in fire insurance rates across Whitley County. The pastor of St Pan’s Church in Columbia City departed for Moorhead, Minnesota, for his sister’s funeral. Bernard Ellering, a farmer near Delton, leaves a wife and eight children. Chas H. Paugh of Freedom, Pa, a former resident, returned to Columbia City for a seven-day visit after a road accident. he has settled damages claims and will resume work as a yard helper.
At Kendallville a motors relay from Chicago to New York neared arrival when M L Williams in a Brick car and John Kelly at the Kelly house commented that whiskey and mobiles do not mix. The event drew local attention as Williams started from South Bend and the transfer to Kendallville proceeded with spectators awaiting the next leg.
Country Superintendent Fox and Mr and Mrs James Mathews were riding near Albion when an explosion shattered a wheel. The car tipped into a creek but was saved from a fall. Mrs Fox suffered a fractured shoulder blade and facial injuries, while Mrs Mathews was severely hurt. They were brought home and recovering. vehicle damage around $160.
Local notes from DeKalb County list Ruth and Garrett at Atgala Tuesday, Willan Eideh visiting Auburn, and county commissioners planning a special session. Entries mention weddings, travel, church services, and visits among Auburn Butler Garrett and Decatur area residents with officials and events throughout the week.
The state of Indiana versus W. I Baker for grand larceny began in the De Kalb circuit court Monday morning. The incident centers on a box of shoes found in Bakers store after a spring theft. Baker says he found the box and stored the shoes until the rightful owner could be located.
In Columbia City Indiana on June 18 John Lautzenhelser alias Coz Warmer and John Doe, jailed, are to be arraigned for selling county patent rights without authority and misusing proceeds. A Dunkirk attorney reports Lautzenhelser used the name C. W. Warner selling cement grave cover patents in Michigan. two sales totals noted.
John J. Rogoo and Miss Race Baker, prominent in Concord township, were married at the Methodist parsonage in Auburn on Saturday evening. Rev. Hurlaty witnessed the ceremony as about forty guests gathered at the home near Concard for a festive dinner and best wishes for the couple.
At the home of the bride’s parents Mr and Mrs Jackena Beery on South Water Street Sunday morning at 9 30 the marriage of Lola Beery and Fred Clink near Ashley Ind was solemnized by Rev H T Herendeen. The bride, a well known Auburn young woman, will reside in Auburn with her husband who recently moved there from Ashley.
We Frame Pictures KEIL at 26 Calhoun Street advertises services with references to RE and Harry BE Sutton and an advances to a justice commission. The commission includes Dr J W McCausland Dr J Mikvey and Dr A Brugge.
Angola Ind June 18 A group of leading Democrats discuss plans for a new up to date Democratic paper to rival the Angola Herald The proposal aims to energize the party, attract more Democrats and retain current supporters while acknowledging the Republican majority in the county.
Mary Hodson, seventy five, was stricken with paralysis Sunday afternoon at the home of Norton John Hodson, miles south of Laud. The stroke has deprived her of speech and use of a feeding tube. She is in critical condition and has shown little improvement since Monday evening.
Work began today on a new addition to the KMEIPP Sanitarium in Rome City. The building will measure 80 by 10 feet, rise three stories with a fourth floor planned, and the community expresses pride in the progress. The Stators of the Precious Blood oversee the project with preparations complete.
Ge Wyatt and Fort Wayne visitors spend Sunday in Auburn while local residents host friends and attend church events. Auburn Weds baseball game at Cogansport ends 210 in Loganport’s favor. Kingpin Wilcox plans band trip. throat ailment hospitalizes W H McIntosh. Frank White faces adultery charges. K P decorations draw large turnout. County plans for a new infirmary bond discussed after November county council election.
The present council cites sale and disputes as reason. Contractor Perrey Laing, awarded the Sho project, will be reimbursed from the city treasury for work already completed.
The piece notes Walter C. Morton of Crawfordsville resuming janitorial duties at Battery B armory in Chicago on Monday night. It also mentions Alonzo Brownsberger en route to Detroit to deliver a lecture and references other Indiana figures visiting Chicago and events, including a hotel site consideration near Wayne and a hospital case involving Edward Rockman’s son Fred Berkmas.
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