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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1905
Page
7
Wednesday the Ligonier Masons held a pind day anniversary event with Brethren from nearby Lewls in attendance. Afternoon exercises featured remarks and varied presentations, with unidentified participants reading addresses and preparing interbst exchanges.
A Lake Shore train derailed near Lake Shore, Michigan, injuring several passengers. Emergency crews from Electric Works and local authorities responded as cars left the tracks and spilled onto the right of way. Swift cleanup work followed while investigators traced the cause and ensured the safety of remaining trains.
An obscure passage describes a man named Whew and others in disjointed wording. It mentions travel, a lake shore scene, a possible burial, and a city official contact. Names and places are garbled, making specifics hard to discern.
Notice appears last night announcing changes to time cards for the Wabash line. Features four route adjustments with new schedules and stops including Nos. 4, 8, 9, 14 and others. Details list revised timings and paths toward Fort Wayne and Tales, with old routes partially retained.
Last night the excursion committee named crews and staff for the Pednaylvadika trip. Conductor J. Hayes leads with brakemen Ahern Cogk Ruth, engine W. Mirngovan, and fireman M D Gaskin. Also listed are Conductor Coles, Ingemen Seloite, Baltmaginacy, Forrest, and others. president Yd Rouallaigh assigns subcommittees to plan sections and transport roles.
The Detroit news describes a consolidation affecting the 74 Wabash division with references to George M. Anns and the retirement of President Rawley. It mentions notification delays and planned consolidation of Detroit and related divisions under Superintendent Bares and Supervisor Robbins amid company changes.
Charles Hellman, previously employed in the testing roof of the Fort Wayne Electric Wardy, has been appointed foreman of the meter wheeling department. George Taugher resigns as clerk in the purchasing department. HL’ Saylor moves to the ling department. Ellsworth becomes Saylor’s replacement in the Eup mailing department.
A careful critique explains how the Amalgamated Workers label misleads about labor alliances. It notes that historic Amalgamated Workers groups became part of larger federations, while shell organizations exist for political ends with minimal genuine membership or status. The discussion highlights tensions between independent unions and the American Federation.
Reported extension of the Port Wayne and Wabash Valley line from Logansport to Lafayette to be built this summer with work to start in three weeks. Three surveys completed including one four miles south of Delphi and another through Delphi, Monticello, and surrounding areas. Authorities expect the route to run parallel to the Wabash railroad.
The Pennsylvania official announces Supt Watts a passenger on the Shore limited wreck. The Cleveland Telegraph reports names and roles of those aboard the train, noting dispatcher and conductor details and the chaotic aftermath.
The foreman of the Wabash boiler shop was publicly honored yesterday for meritorious service after returning from the East where he inspected several locomotives slated for the Wabash company. The ceremony was tightly held and witnessed by staff.
Denver June 23 The National Train Dispatchers Convention closed yesterday after selecting Bulling as the next meeting place and electing officers. President Meyer Marshall Tex vice president Phettepace West Virginia treasurer editor Mackie Chicago Richard Delphutz Be Jerome New Albany and Dellmin Youngstown elected to the executive committee.
Christian M Nulty aged 73 was struck and killed today by an eastbound Wabash train near Delphi Indiana. He served in the Indiana militia during the Civil War. A belt malfunction caused damage and the incident occurred during a test of equipment.
This ad proclaims a $100 reward and asserts Hall's Catarrh Cure cures all stages of catarrh as a constitutional remedy. It claims internal action on blood and tissues to destroy disease foundations and strengthen the constitution, urging readers to seek testimonials and buy from Toledo sellers.
A reported new freight engine undergoing tests in Philadelphia promises improved performance. The design includes a novel valve system, reinforced bearings, and integrated injector, aiming for higher efficiency and greater durability across the rail network.
A tangled rail and shop news roundup details staff movements and events across Pennsylvania and beyond. Notable items include birthdays, vacations, resignations, and career shifts among engineers and clerks, plus references to forthcoming train reassignments and a presidential visit aboard a Wabash line car.
A luncheon item notes turtle soup served tonight at Wiebke's Board of Trade. The brief mentions dining details and local event timing.
The Schmidt Yacht Spray, a 41 foot vessel owned by Nelsonville entrepreneur Mr Schmidt, won two trial heats in the Detroit Catalina glid regatta. Three series contested included Spifpoters 16 Coolers and heats. Spray led early in Tuesday and Wednesday trials before steady pace by Ste Chuire.
In a close dash the Sermidy racer overtook the Spray, pulling ahead to win by a slim margin as the clock hit 4.05 seconds.
Le C, 8, McCay of Willaburg plans to marry Mr. and Mrs. Cornell Mai gaptuogler, with a son Ansnai. Mr. Harry Miller takes a law course at St. Mary's College, Kansas, returns for summer vacation. Wey & Parks of Fort Wayne decide to move to Hoofington. C. P. Powell of Port Wayne, representing Old Dominion Music, met Miss Lottie Menginger in Lagrange to publish a new edition of Ladspegey. Rev Brime Sceagen to travel to New York and sail to Europe, may not return. Father Biedermann appointed to Nix settlement pastorate.
A Black man was fatally harmed by a mob near its city last Saturday after being pursued by a man named Pierce Roberts. He was captured near Roberts Mill and strung to a tree, shot multiple times, as the mob reportedly sought custody and attempted to move him. Local authorities found the body today.
Moritz announces an unusually fine dinner for 25 cats at the Berry Cafe. Service from US to 2 o clock daily. Special fare today includes Fatty Enny Temaine with Rice, Traleed Chicken, Lal Pig, Airset, Potatoes. Reef with Natal Gravy. Toast Pov with Apple Sanre, Green Peas. Tamb Stiw with Greed Peas, Raspberry Tale, Coffer. Tea. Mitk.
The German Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Missouri, Ohio and others in Detroit on June 23 re elected Dr Francis Pieper of St Louis as president. Nominating votes also elected Rev Paul Brand of Pittsburgh as eastern vice president and Rev G G Schmidt of St Louis as western vice president. Ministers urged increased voluntary contributions and district handling for synod funds, with debates on charity and home missions. A thirteen member committee was appointed to study an excommunication appeal from Cincinnati and parish school issues. Tonight Rev Now was asked to speak at St Andrews Church on Missionary work.
Wells County wins in the ditch case as the state supreme court reviews petitions over the Lille river ditch project. Viewers appointed by the county were refused after resignations, with the appeal tracing back to Judge O'Rourke's adverse ruling and Judge Vaughn's denial to order remittal of the commissioner board.
Bruce Meigh, sixteen, son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Meigh, Fort Wayne, was visiting Roanoke with his parents when an intruder tried to rob him. The youth struck back, warding off the assailant who attempted to seize a wheel and threaten theft. The incident is described as a bold defense by a young resident of Fort Wayne.
A Lafayette court ordered a settlement in an $80,030 suit, awarding $15,375 to the plaintiff. Details of the case reference Milchild Weering and ASHER Phe Fehr, with mentions of insurance and a turn of events in the proceedings.
Fragments from a Journal Gazette Want Ads page suggest a bizarre sequence where individuals are arrested for cursing the telephone girls. The text blends garbled phrases with an old fashioned ad pitch, mentioning results and proven methods without clear context.
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