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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1908
Page
4
Cherubusco Indiana June 26 the band concert last night drew many townspeople and visitors. Clifford Grim of Auburn directs the fifteen piece group which rehearses weekly to keep members in tune. This is the ninth public concert this season with more planned.
A damaged report says the Winona Lake butcher shop was burgled during the night. Local authorities note a partial theft of small change and credit for the break in is claimed by an unnamed pair.
The market faced broad weakness with reports of large crop movement depressing prices. Wheat and corn led losses while hogs and livestock showed late-session firmness. receipts and futures moves pointed to a cautious, thin trading day.
Market commentary cites bearish influences on wheat with seed market steady and prices fluctuating. Report summarizes Chicago trading notes, seasonal swings, and opposing signals across months including July September and December, noting lower closes and mixed futures activity.
The New Fork coffee market shows futures unchanged to slight declines. Reported sales reach 29 250 bags with July and September quotes around 6 55 and 5 8 respectively. March contract data and Santos No 4 are mentioned in brief market context.
The report notes Mrs Waltman of Albion, a longtime resident, is critically ill after years of invalid status. She previously lived near Pleasant in Steuben County and is eighty nine. The item also records a marriage license issuance for Veruse Thiralay of Angola and Miss Fahel Bear Ferrer of York township.
New York, June 26 reports a curtailed stock session to honor ex president Cleveland. Markets were quiet with narrow price fluctuations. a late uplift in leaders provided little sustained effect. Money on call ease. mercantile paper rates firm. foreign exchange shows renewed strength. Bonds irregular amid mixed trading. officials report cash withdrawals to meet reserve requirements.
About thirty Rebekah members from Angola rode to LaGrange for a social visit and to aid the sisters there. They returned by a special car on the St Joseph Valley road. the visit was reported delightful with hospitable entertainment. Ligonier council met and postponed electric light questions. Fourth street extension will be opened in the near future.
Chicago stock market notes lighter hog demand with about 127000 hogs sold this week. Cattle supply remains small and prices show mixed moves. steer, heifer, and cow prices cited with ranges from 4 to 7 dollars. Sheep receipts around 1800 with demoralized trade and lamb prices dropping. feeders sought at modest rates. Union Stock Yards reports varied results across cities including Pittsburgh Cincinnati and Cleveland with hogs, cattle, and lambs showing softer trends overall.
Lighter hay receipts and a stronger market tone lift prices for No 1 at 9 to 9 50. No 2 at 5 and No 3 at 3 6 per ton amid expectations of a huge crop. Also notes a Huntington jail sentence for William a local merchant tied to theft of clover seed wires and a separate assault charge. rare long-time resident Glend has no prior record.
The list shows wholesale and retail price quotations for produce and goods. Butter, potatoes, lemons, and pineapples are itemized with weight units and prices. poultry, eggs, and various meats appear with per pound or per hundredweight figures. Trade names and supplier references mix with city scale quotes and farm delivery terms.
Wolcottville Ind June 26 After two long illnesses seventy eight year old resident Taylor died Thursday evening at his Wolcottville home. He came to the county in 1852 from Ohio and leaves a wife Martha E newhouse three sons including Dr Albert in California and many friends. Funeral services are set for 2 O clock Saturday at the Methodist church with Rev Hollopeter officiating and interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.
In Zion City Chicago June 24 authorities probe the fasting death of Thompson amid claims of faith tests and improprieties in Mrs. Thompson's care. Investigators focus on Mrs. Hunter and the broader Parhamite influenced Brotherhood of Pilgrims. The case touches religious fanaticism and a chain of exorcism led events, with local leaders including Parhamite followers under scrutiny.
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