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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1903
Page
2
Indiana health officers conduct a state school in Indianapolis led by Dr Hunty while officials study forestry, exhibit plans, and timber resources. Reports note Indiana lardwoods varieties, coal shipments on the Ohio, and weather affecting crops with modest gains in corn and oats.
Voters backed the Republican stance on granting the Pennsylvania Company permission to extend tracks to Murray Street manufactories. Opposition, led by Wabash railway interests, argued against switching charges and market advantage. Campaigns tied the issue to council races and local economic impact amid widespread public sentiment.
The text discusses the Pennsylvania company's influence and its supposed benefits to the city. It notes growing belief that voters may delay action on a franchise and mentions public works concerns and unfavorable comments about the political process. The passage reflects tension between growth, prosperity, and civic decisions.
Homely reception welcomed ex Congressman W F Bryan in Columbia City as locals like McNagey Peabady and Dan Let accompanied him to Williswood farm owned by Mr Peabady. Bryan toured rich acreage in Whitley County and the well-bred stock on the farm, expressing pleasure with the hospitality and the finer stock.
The Democratic Editorial Association gathered in Mort Wayne with about sixty editors and guests, a banquet at the Wayne hotel by Senator Hemlag, and a Friday tour of Allen County’s pride the county courthouse then under contract for $800,000. Afterward the party toured factories and parks, with brief talks by Robinson, Adair, and Hackett. Wayne’s improvements and public amenities are highlighted.
The petition of the Narges Furniture company against the Furniture Workers' union to prevent alleged intimidation of its employes was denied by Judge Foster. The lengthy finding reviews labor organizations and capital, noting their mutual influence and balancing interests, with the strike earlier in April cited as the trigger.
In Indianapolis on June 2 William J. Bryan toured the city unaccompanied, drawing cheers from onlookers who recalled his 1890s silver agenda and presidential nominating moments. He visited John W. Kern, discussed editorial work, and observed daily business at the Stevenson building as crowds remembered his past campaigns.
The Knights of St John Columbus convention concludes with officers named Henry Werst as president and Edward C. Gansler as second vice president. Reading secretary is M Kane and others listed. Next meeting planned for 1904 likely at St. Wahis, with biennial conventions. Affiliate with Knights of St Tou of Jerusalem rejected. duties assigned to carry out arrangements.
Eli Rower and his wife reportedly wed yesterday in Fort Wayne after purchasing a marriage license, then traveled by train to Mars Wayne where Rev. David Wells officiated. On the return trip the couple was serenaded by the Muncie Eagles carnival band amid playful crowd rituals.
Led by Frank Davis the auto club to Mammoth Cave on a 1000 mile trip with seventy five members and twenty cars. The party will pass through Indiana Kentucky and Wisconsin with a first night in Lake, Indiana and a planned return to Chicago. Weather may cut some cars from the trek.
Report from Maxida Pared and Jane 23 notes a discovery at the Palmitte mine wearily described as the world’s highest wealth find. Details on ownership and extent remain unclear in the fragments.
Rene Sears, a Mexican-penetrant figure, remains owner of the Palmillo mine. Reports say he is among the wealthiest men in the world. The American mining and banking group plans to open negotiations with Alvarado to purchase his mine. A steel cage at the Palmillo mine supposedly holds bars of gold and silver, valued at about 40,000.
King Peter rose before clerics and officials as oaths were sworn in a barnlike hall. He then reviewed troops and confirmed the current ministry while displaying a firm, commanding bearing. The crowd shouted long live the king as he departed amid cheers and a show of loyalty.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a Bash Ball Sunday event in Fort Wayne with unclear admission and timing details. Limited readable words include Terre and Taremainen, but the source text is too garbled to confirm names, places, or outcomes.
Rival circuses Barnum and Bailey Tur num Bailey Foreyaugh Sells clash with Ringlings across Indiana. Wallace and other shows battle for business as Ringlings seek new territory, moving through St Toul and Ohio, with Westward plans and September appearances amid crowded season.
In Terre Haute on June 2, Miss Eleanor Shepier d of this city wed Mr. Charles W. McGrew of Huntington. The ceremony took place at the Bible home with Rev tb. Winter officiating. The groom is a former president of the First National Bank of Limestone and a member of the city council. Ballas Green's jewelry supplied the wedding rings.
Fire destroyed structures in Carthage and Rushville last night causing about $8,000 in damages. Local authorities report widespread smoke and investigations are underway as firefighters battled the blaze.
Appellate court announcements list numerous overruled petitions and transferred cases. Decisions involve Indianapolis Street Railway, Lake Erie & Western Railroad, Valparaiso, Adams, Vanderburgh, Marion, and Porter counties with notes on reversals and grants. Names include Barton W Quinn, Evalyn Eckert, Roby Harrison, and others in a stream of court actions.
A federal grand jury in Troglstyn reaches an indictment targeting Genese S. AFier, brandt automatic cashier firm general agent. Former congressman Delsey faces charges under the United States crovised statutes for paying money in Driggs. Miller appeared with counsel and posted bond set at 82,600 as he awaits further examination.
Joseph M. Johns of Truckville charged with involvement in a scandal at the attorney general's office was to appear before Judge Anderson in Indianapolis but the case was postponed by agreement until January 1. The sole questioning will occur when he is called to determine if the court should continue.
Public notice states all children under 145 will be admitted at Liege during the Eagles Carnival. Guardians must accompany minors.
In Indianapolis on June 24, Steven Dixon of the Manual Training School baseball team was declared insane after an inquest by Justice of the Peace Stout. Overwork, sleep loss, and heavy cigarette use were cited. He was hospitalized at Union State and rages continually with little hope for recovery.
Conferees of the Amalgamated Association and Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company reach agreement on paddling and sheet mill rates but fail to settle the skelp mill scale. Old rates to continue. The pact affects about 7,000 workers and will take effect immediately.
In Toledo on June 25 the preliminary hearing in the government cases against George E. Lorenz and his wife Martha J. Lorenz was postponed after the defense moved to quash the indictment. The court considered the motion on grounds the indictment did not name the defense attorney or the defendant clearly.
Obituary items list Miss Jennie Hively Miss Helen Klingenberger and others with both family and address details. Funeral services announced for multiple residents including Limepoly Stallhorn Nahrwald Reilly and Reilly with church and time specifics. Local business ads for jewelry and novelty items accompany notices.
Ground was broken yesterday for a large addition to the Ue Faboy glove factory on Mechanic Street in Nutini Ra. The company aims to nearly double current capacity by building a new wing and installing an additional boiler and two more cutting machines. It is unclear if further glove and mitten machinery will be added. The manager Mr Smaljtz hopes to end night shifts once the project is complete.
The Eagles plan a Saturday afternoon carnival to entertain orphans from Willne orphans homes and feebleminded institute, with supervision by guardians. Mrs. Sarah Noe arrived in Columbia City from Port Wayne and is visiting Mrs. Willian Kelm.
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