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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1903

Page

6

First inter urban sleeping cars to run in Indiana

Indianapolis reports announce the United States will witness the first inter urban sleeping cars. The "Trina" and "Pranvis" will operate under Holland Car Company out of Indianapolis with routes including Columbus to Cincinnati and Indianapolis to Columbus. Also listed are plans for service to Boston and Cincinnati, plus economic notes on Indiana farm profits and various political moves.

Indiana Indianapolis Ind Iterurhan United States Ran Columbus Ginglanali Trina Cincinnati Wilminden Del

Fort Wayne Poised to Host Next State Meeting of Music Teachers

Fort Wayne likely to secure the Indiana Municipal Music Teachers association annual convention. Delegates from Fort Wayne name Helen World of Wayne and Lafayette as potential executive chair. the group plans to invite neighboring states for collaboration. Notable events include a figure song registration, a Wagner lecture, and a recital by Madame Deisler in Chicago.

Fort Wayne Rt. Lewis Tmlinois Missouri Wisconsin Michigan Minnesota Iowa Tyldy Abert Goran Thiera New York N. J. Corey Betratt Glan Miller Madame 4Eisler Chicago

Cornell Crew Wins Varsity Events At Poughkeepsie

In a tight program at Poughkeepsie, Cornell dominates varsity races. The two mile event sees Cornell first in 10 21, Pennsylvania second in 10 35 45, Wisconsin fourth, with previous records broken. Freshman races feature Cornell first in 9 minutes, Syracuse second, Pennsylvania fifth. Varsity four mile eight oared ends with Cornell first in 18 57, Georgetown second, Wisconsin third. Syracuse earns close second in freshman, while Penn and Columbian place in other heats. Continued on page three.

Poughkedpsie Cornell Pennsylvania Wisconsin Columbia Adconis Syracuse Wirconsty Colundia Yalu Georgetown Columbian Caroll Rhea Syracuse University Audh Nene

Ticts Proclaims Hair Crossing Stops Accidents

A figure argues that current hair crossing styles cause most accidents and urges changes to prevent nine-tenths of incidents. He cites travel hazards and face-obscuring tufts as key dangers.

Lafayette Transit Lines Transfer to Fort Wayne Syndicate

Lafayette Ind June 26. W 4 Grimts J L Caldwell K J Levering Charles Munock of Chicago and FM Biter of Philadelphia, who control the Lafayette street railway, completed arrangements to turn over the Lafayette line to the Fort Wayne Logansport Lima syndicate, which controls interurban routes. The transfer will occur in September. C D Emmons, formerly superintendent, will be general superintendent of the consolidated line.

Lafayette Ind GriMts J. L. Caldwell K. J. Levering Charles MuNuck Chitcity F M. Biter Philadelphia Lafayaita Street Railway Metter Day Fort Wayne Logansport Tafayette and Lima Syndicate Moostonmeeting Lafayee Lima Ohio Syndieate C.D. Emmons Consolidatatl Linen

Proposes to Unionize United States Army

Chicago June 26 F L Turley secretary of the Teamsters National union declared support for unionizing the soldiers of the United States Army and aligning with the American Federation. He defended Chicago post office mail wagon drivers who demanded higher pay since October threatening strikes to disrupt service. He saw no impropriety and said soldiers could stand together to demand their rights.

Chicago F. L. Turley Teamsters’ National Union United States Army American Federation Tabor

Strike threat looms at Dayton cash register plant

Dayton June 26 strike threats loom as woodworkers at the National Cash Register plant demand a ten hour wage to match present ten hour pay. The company refuses to meet the demand and may close the entire plant affecting about 4000 workers, with operations halted when the current agreement ends.

Dayton Ohio National Cash Register

Harvard Honors Van Wert Scholar

Harvard University conferred the master of arts degree for distinguished graduate work on Wilbur Ray Humphreys of Van Wert, a 1901 Harvard graduate, in Cambridge on June 2. Humphreys studied English as part of his graduate program.

Journal-Gazette Cambridge Mass Harvard University Wilbur Ray Humphreys van Wert Humphreys Harvard Hollingsworth

Concordia College Improvement Contracts Awarded

Contracts for improvements at Concordia College totaling heating system, plumbing, brickwork, steel ceilings, and galvanized iron work were awarded yesterday. Listed bidders include Carpenter work by Chirlyt, plumbing by PF 7, Wimmeriy & Co, hardware by Poeitzer & Son, and brickwork by Wehrenborg & Busebing. architect Merel overseeing.

Concoria Collego Merel Min Chirlyt Wimmeriy & Co Gording A Auman Poeitzer & Son Wehrenborg & Busebing

Roller Coaster Jumped the Track at Carnival Tragedy

Five people slightly injured when a roller coaster car jumped the track at a carnival yesterday. Victims include Mrs. Pattee and Mrs. Steckley with contusions. Phillip F. Lulby suffered eye injuries. A wheel axle failure caused the derailment. the ride was repaired and resumed operation with no blame attached to the Eagle carnival company.

Mary Pattre No. x Emma Steckley Barr Phillip F. Lulby Harun Strong Pattee St. Joseph Hospital Ineir Carnivals Company

Bryan Prize Next Year Announcement

Professor James A. Woodburn of Indiana University history department announced the William Jennings Prize topic for next year will be Political Cartography in Indiana County Politics. The prize consists of interest and Rs260 to be paid by May 18.

Bloomington Ind James A. Woodburn Chdiana University William Junnings Indiana

Doctor Cissell to retire from active work

Special to the Touarnet reports Dr. Cissell, a prominent pastor in the Afethedian ministry in Indiana, will retire from active church duties. The retirement occurs following years of leadership in Michigan City and surrounding communities.

Clasell Nastar Michigan City Lin Mien Indlann

Indora Leads North West Indiana Conference in South Bend

In September Indora hosts a conference in South Bend with a clone of the northwest Indiana gathering. Minister Dey Cissel has preached as elder across multiple Indian districts, guiding active ministry work and community outreach.

Indora South Bend Fistevisi Dey Cissel

Missouri and United Synod Seek Nationwide Lutheran Conference

The Missouri Lutheran Synod outlines plans to unite Lutherans across sixteen states and Canada. A general conference will meet in Chicago to discuss consolidation with officers including President A. W. Moyer, Vice President W. Dallwan, Secretary J. Wenehel, and Treasurer A. T. Sue sop.

Pittsburg Lend Synod of Missouri English Lutheran Church Canada United States Chicago Mixauuri Syniu

Consolidation of Big Oil Companies

Ten of the biggest oil firms in the field around Connersville and Warren have merged into a leading independent concern. The deal links old and reserve companies, issuing thousands of acres and planning widespread explorations. Local expectations foresee significant development and testing of the territory as the new company expands its operations.

Specker Drcatur Ind Here Warren Develonen A. Ones Leon Ig Inca Incn

Ben Hur Court Elects New Officers

Ben Hur Court No 15 Tribe of Ben Hur last night elected officers for the coming year led by Chief N W Bloom, judge Mrs M B Gorshiney teacher Rev Charles W Evans scribe Mrs BR Conover assistant scribe J C Marshall keeper of tribate FP W Dishro captain Charles Ashley guide Hugh Beaver keeper of limer gate John Orr keeper of outer gate L T M Jefferson and others.

Ben Ben Mur N. ‘W. Bloom M. B. Gorshiney Charles ‘W. Evans BR. Conover J.C. Marshall FP. W. Dishro Charles Ashley Hugh Beaver Limer Gate John Orr Outer Gate L. T. M. Jefferson

Accident to Freight Train in Pennsylvania

Eskra west bound freight No 7916 derailed near Upper Sandusky after leaving the shop. The engine and twelve cars blocked both main tracks. engineer Joly Pearson and fireman escaped injury. Air system failure caused the derailment and the wreck damaged the switch and nearby lines. trains were delayed.

Unclear OCR Business Notices Shifts Between Cities

Fragmentary item notes contracts and relocations in early 20th century industry. Mentions Rearide- Danan Gravity company at Bart Tad center, Ueconstriction plant at Roonville New York, Ties company Cameraville Tad for futures making seven levimense amelie, Masco Mining company in South America.

New York Danan Tks Bart Tad

Senator Ulrey to represent oil company in Indiana

Historical notices report Senator Lew V. Ulrey to represent a Bloomington based oil concern. The In d rana-nines Oil and zine company and others form a web of incorporations across Indiana, with capital stocks, directors, and planned operations in Arizona and Indiana.

Lew V. Ulrey Million Dollar Oil Company Indiana Journal-Gazettesy Indianahomis Duug Bloomington Dod Wayne Ini Ind rana-dNines Hie Company Arizona Mowill Atko Duibt Phoenix Arid Finhe Tily Ie Tadlana Montpelier Elle Fincalt Linecol Toghy Hs Capital W. ©. Vannagan and C.K. Mecul Singh The Dolge Manufacturing Company

Penny Gonia Railroad Company Subscriptions Hit 21 Million

Bulletin from New York reports subscriptions to the new stock of the Penny Gonia Railroad Company totaling 21 million dollars received at the loan offices today. A large part of payments was made, though only eight percent was called for.

New York Pennygonia Rnkroad Company Aly Calleor

Dinner Talk Between Germany's Ruler and American Ambassador

The German emperor hosted a dinner with United States Ambassador Tower and other officials. The exchange focused on peace missions and cordial U.S. sentiments toward Germany, referencing Prince Henry’s visit and mutual friendship with the United States.

America Germany United States Prince Henry

Bold Blackmailing Scheme Unearthed by Columbia City Officers

Special to the Tournale Gasette from Columbia City Indiana reports a blackmail threat against the Harper Rugary works. A warning letter demanded $1.00 under the Sissng on a Vandalia ranch, with destruction threat if authorities were informed. A stockholders meeting and a Chicago detective followed. A young man acting suspiciously drew police suspicion but fled. the package was left unclaimed exposed to routine surveillance.

Columbia City Ind Vandalia Ranch Harper Buggy Paler Harper Rugay Works Court House Square Mr. Maler S Pickerton Chicago Dleciad Maler J Dnt Krept

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