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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1903
Page
3
Mexico’s National Convention convened this afternoon in the lanai of General Diaz as Gabriel Mantrora spoke, urging unity as Diaz reiterated duty for the entire term. Notion park center closed yesterday due to cold rain. performances postponed.
President Roosevelt said the extra session will be shaped by November elections and urged focus on a few imperative issues. He anticipates debates over Cuban reciprocity financial legislation navy growth and appropriations while aiming for early action next year. He warned opponents may arise and stressed prudence in currency reform.
William Criles, a waiter at Home restaurant, quit work yesterday due to illness. Two golf matches are scheduled Saturday with Herbert Hon vs Fda Smock and Otto Peters vs Mire Charlys band. W Y Cherry, Pennsylvania shops foreman, received a birthday watch worn by his grandfather. Mr. Jones Cahill, Schone undertaking employee, returned from Loganport where he once worked as a Daily Reporter reporter. Chas G Hutelilusos and associates of Chicago manufacturing houses were guests at Wayne hotel on their way home from Ogden, IA.
A crippled tramp named Harry Wilkinson was arrested at Berry and Cattoun streets by Patrolman Krueckenberg for attempting to pick pockets. He resisted and was dragged to the station where his finger was mashed in the cell door during transport. The incident involved Serjeant Pappert, Captain Whitney, and Sgt. Paupert, with Wilkinson said to spend money for liquor from sympathetic pedestrians. Additional report mentions Angus McDonald charged with wire‑leating based on a warrant from Mrs. Alice McDonald, claiming him as her fourth husband.
Amateur theatricals at Plymouth Church feature a play entitled A Dress Reteney and a final rehearsal of Cinderella by a group of sch ol girls. Cast lists include Miss Jones Miss Mossi Whe Miss Carina Banning Miss Nettie Lasegan Miss Daley Mulford Miss Ethel Saylor Miss Florida Banning Miss Elsie Johnson Miss Ruth Bailey and others. Heming of Dr Chamberlains Pain Balm noted as a remedy.
The International Knights of St John marked a silver jubilee with a grand opening and a pontifical mass by Archbishop Henry Moeller. Delegations from Detroit Rochester Covington Cincinnati Cleveland Youngstown Akron and others attended a Board of Trade session with souvenirs and badges. A parade was marred by rain and rescheduled. about 1600 knights joined events including a trolley ride and prize draw in the evening.
Fragmented local notes report a security scare and alien warnings at Blyffton Sundhy during a ball game as officials seek more safety measures. The community weighs a proposed $40,000 school bonds for new buildings amid tensed times. Nearby moves include residents traveling to Fort Wayne and Huntington for visits and church events, with multiple names listed in passing social notices.
An article by Debs alleges the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen backed by Debs promotes allies and that the president joined to bolster the brotherhood. He cites claims of aid to government posts in exchange for support, with Brotherhoods selecting candidates for rail companies. Also mentions Bryan era Democrats meeting in Des Moines with a forecast of Bryan influence.
First Church of Christ Scientist holds a June 28 to July 1 gathering with one fare for a round trip. Tickets go on sale June 25 24 and 27 with return by July 2 1903 or August 3 on payment of a small fee. Inquire with nearest agent or C A Asterlin Mort Wayne Ind. Dallas F Green Arcade Jeweler offers engagement and wedding rings.
Delegates from Ixbor organizations meet in this city Sunday to finalize arrangements for Labor Day celebration. Secretary of Onegat belt organization anticipates 26,000 people will gather for the event, which will be held on Broadway.
A traveler in 1889 faced fever and severe diarrhoea during a claim quest in Oklahoma. A neighbor offered Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, which rapidly eased symptoms and brought sleep within an hour. The testimonial notes the medicine's effectiveness and urges bowel disorder readers to consider it, with dealer Hitching weights at Lutshine & Co in Baltimore and druggists. Also mentions Indianapolis Evansville Mt Vernon lodgings for Elis' rewoton Intis ty event next month.
The will of Nancy Neff of Aparaiso Indiana, a Dowle follower, was probated noting she disinherited her husband and children and bequeathed 10,990 dollars to the Baptist Ministers' Association of Michigan. A contest to the will is anticipated. nearby ads list weights and shop names on East Main Street.
For sale a fine 59 year old mahogany library table from J. Libbing & Co located at 208 East Main Street. Auction spans July 6 to 10 with low rates and Nickel Plate Road inducements. Tickets on sale July 2 and 4. amount 6. Return until July 12 with possible extension to September 1, 1903. Contact nearest agent or A. Aasertin of Fort Wayne Indiana.
Low fare excursion to Chantada New York on July 3 and 24 1903 via Nickel Plate road Tickets good to return within thirty days See tear art agent or address C A Agterdin TP A Fort Wayne Indiana Details include painted china and jewelry offerings at Dalles F iGrean's Arende Jewslery
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