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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1906
Page
3
An advertisement touts Wright's Rheumatic polybine as a universal cure, claiming rapid relief and restored strength for rheumatism, back pain, kidney issues, and related ailments. It portrays the Canadian remedy as a miracle and urges immediate purchase.
Dr W Squires, longtime Churubusco physician, will relocate to Fort Wayne next week. He has rented offices on Ewing Street, returning from a European study trip to pursue his profession. Dr Bruce Hart of Columbia City has purchased the practice and taken over the offices.
Town records show 184 dogs in Columbia City of 8000 residents as of March 1 and 1700 dogs in surrounding townships in a county of 17 060 people. An incident noted when Night Policeman Fogle fired at a canine mob near the National Tank corner but caused no injuries. The police warn they will shoot to stop future riots of dogs.
Kendallville residents exchange news on visits to Norwalk Avilla and Rome City. A clothing store opens in Kendallville. Local members attend O B S meeting at Randallville and No Me chapter 122. A New York trip for Noble County youths to join Whole-Sam’s marine corps is noted. An Albion accident recovery and Masonic lodge travels are mentioned.
In Albion Indiana, passenger train No. 7 derailed about one and a half miles west as the engine left the rails for about 200 yards due to a broken wheel on the tender. No serious injuries were reported and service resumed after a few hours with a replacement engine.
Mise Desta Dickerson, once of Columbia City and daughter of Mr and Mrs Ed Dickerson, wed Chicago druggist Gerald Pflander on Wednesday at 3 oclock. She has worked as cashier and stenographer in Chicago. Carl Kaufmann and Warl Kaufman will attend the ceremony. Several local notes follow including postal theft, court verdicts, and upcoming gatherings.
OH ME OH MY brings a lively report from Angola Indiana where the Angola Princes parade through the streets with drum corps and bands leading to the depot and ball game. The event included a gala supper and oriental initiation before winding down with a large water toast. In Columbia City the common council considers a Finch coal contract to supply screened coal at 1.10 per ton while city plants burn around sixty tons weekly.
Columbia City Indiana June 19 Menarsa A. Br Clugston I B Clings ton Mr G Gnlbreath Benjamin Raupfer and James A Moreman of this city will leave for Byracage Wednesday morning for a few days outing on the banks of Lake Wawa see They will be accompanied by their wives and anticipate a very pleasant trip travelling in the sun shining and playing fuoyoc with the finny tribo
Knights of the Holy Grail stage a drill in Auburn with about thirty members led by Rev. Perry Powell of Garrett. Ray Powell is credited with erecting a monument to himself and the group praises chivalry, youth enthusiasm, and good deeds as lasting values.
Fort Wayne district Epworth League convenes at First Methodist Church with delegates arriving by train. Junior Leaguers escort guests as red and white decor fills the venue. Holy Grail Knights drill after Dr Ward’s address and Auburia chapter hosts a reception. grand concert slates for tomorrow evening.
Auburn pitcher Si Stout dazzled through four innings allowing no hits or baserunners as Auburn defeated Garrett 4 to 1 at Bowe Park Angola Ind a large crowd saw both teams play solid defense with Garrett committing three errors in the seventh inning Donovan Auburn shortstop made a sensational one handed catch off a hot liner and Garrett squandered a potential rally by striking out with three on base and one out in the last inning
Columbia City, Ind June 13 Abraban Bowerman returns from the Bowerman family reunion at Angole where over three hundred family members gathered. He is astonished to meet his aged sister Mary A. Wilrey of Michigan whom he had not seen for forty years. The reunion was marked by affectionate greetings after a long separation.
At Whitley Court House Columbia City Indiana on Tuesday Willan H K Hamilton executor of the Stephen J Compton estate filed a petition seeking an order to sell the estate personal property valued about 684.95 by private sale. Leonard H Leh rader administrator of the John Wolf estate also filed a petition for authorization to privately sell the estate personal goods and chattels largely a threshing outfit valued around 1500.
Washington reports a national political test as labor leaders plan a straight vote on Congress members. Gompers and AFL executives threaten consequences for those opposing labor demands while letters to lawmakers hint at retaliation if votes do not favor organized labor. The upcoming executive committee meeting may reveal whether responses will be made public during the campaign.
Real estate sales summary compiled by John C Holler abstracter at 7 Court Street Chronicle notes property transfers and market activity. Names of buyers and sellers appear with parcel locations and closing dates where legible. The item reflects a local real estate notices page excerpt.
On the first Tuesday of November, patrol assignments shift as night officers move to day shifts. The eight hour workday debate drives contract talk and policy, with officials noting safeguards while adjusting guard rotations. Local authorities announce changes to patrol coverage and premiums amid ongoing labor discussions.
In Washington the labor committee favored the eight hour bill after William M. Hearst, visiting unexpectedly, cast an aye vote. Despite a favorable report, many members absent or opposed meant passage is unlikely this session. The scene reflects party loyalty and personal interests influencing congressional votes.
Monroe v. Fitch & Sons, the Earth Man, seeks to purchase 10 to 15 acres of beih sandy soil near the city within five miles. Will pay fair figures for land with or without improvements. Seeking right location and ready to negotiate.
A list of residents stationed on various streets includes Jamoa Braith George Meller Lon Robert Dickson Charlee Snither Richard Kelly William Knock Kelly Stevens Nicholaa Peteon Ernest Paul John Greer Patrick Murphy Marlin Bosing Taylor White Willian Wright Adam Phares. Marlin White seeks two boarders and $2 disappeared from his house while Patrolman Don Bowers returns to duty after a weeklong illness.
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