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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1908
Page
4
The new Silks for spring inspire enthusiasm with Rough Finished Suiting Silks Embroidered Pongee Rough Foulards Bordered Silks woven for Princess gowns and Mirage. Numerous colorings and patterns appear in the regular weaves, including rough Silks for costumes and other novelties.
In London March 1 reports say Premier Campbell–Bannerman's health nears critical, boosting rivalries within the Liberal camp. Winston Churchill is favored by some as future leader, despite questions on experience, while Asquith remains a strong contender. Observers predict Churchill may lead the party within a few years if health and support align.
The article notes a board meeting of Frankly officials to discuss governance and a municipal regulation for emergency operations. Police report a robbery on Calhoun Street and a hospital admission for mental health assessment. Ensign J D Willson scheduled to address a church unity group.
Allen County Co-operative Association holds a meeting to declare aims with officials outlining future plans and cooperative goals for members and the local community.
A discussion on bread quality cites fine flour for uniform absorption and perfect dough, with Washburn Crosby Co named. The text shifts to a cooperative in Grand Rapids to improve workers’ jobs and purchasing power, outlining aims to unite members, provide education, and share wages, with meetings set twice weekly. It ends with Grand Rapids & Indiana Railway Company announcing its 1908 stockholders meeting on April 1 in Grand Rapids, with books closed March 21.
Samuel Murdock and others travel to New York to join bondholders committee and City Attorney Colerick to review Fort Wayne Gas price proposal. Reported aim is to submit a definitive reply within ten days and reach a settlement before court hearing. Mayor Hosey notes a five cent swing matters greatly. city and gas officials remain open to businesslike talks. Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea ad ends the piece.
The Purdue university agricultural experiment station offers a limited number of leading corn, nuts, cow peas, and soy bean varieties to Indiana farmers for on farm testing. Four or five varieties will be supplied free in quantities to plant 2 quarter acres of each corn variety and one tenth acre of other crops, contingent on following instructions and reporting results.
George Miller a 35 year old saloon operator at Montgomery and Hanha streets suffered a heart failure attack yesterday afternoon at his uncle’s home. Dr. Schneider administered restoratives and Miller was moved to Hope hospital where his condition was not considered critical though serious, the first such episode he has had.
Friends allege a conspiracy in the death of a man named Garrett, claiming he was shot in the back of the head and asserting details about the sequence and motive, while denying the victim was a particular target.
Attend the Brotherhood of American Yeomen No 856 dance at Tanner's Hall Tuesday evening March 3. Tickets and details may be available at the door.
Reports from lakes in northern Indiana indicate a great harvest of ice. The ice houses are bulging with the crop and firms seek additional storage for surplus. Some ice is unusually thick and of high quality. A local observer notes this is the first good natural ice crop in years and predicts dealers may push prices as summer approaches.
Farmers are offered 100 acres of good farmland three and a half miles from Alliance in Smith township. The tract has 60 acres cleared, 40 in timber with fences in good shape. Sale on easy terms with small down payment and long time at four percent interest. Asking around 60 dollars per acre though values often 70 to 80 dollars. Contact James B. White care White Fruit House.
A municipal public works conference and council committees discussed renewing the garbage collection contract with contractor Frank Deaker. Councilman J M Lewry was away on military service, delaying a vote until the next beach meeting. Action may follow on building sewers to improve drainage for residents west of Broadway and south of Park Avenue in South Wayne.
Mr DL Ennions of Wart Wayne Wabash Valley Triction leads a Spy Run avenue residents meeting to debate overhead wire conflicts and streetcar pole needs. Emmons predicts a future cleanup as lighting plant upgrades loom, but residents resist relocation and propose iron trolley poles to support wires.
Furniture for five-chair barber shop including modern chairs back bar mirrors double wash stand massage machine towel ing and bottles cigar case etc J F Goodfellow 124 West Main Street sale notice from local listing with specific shop items and contact.
The Wilts Wackeraid society will entertain on Thursday afternoon at 2218 Fairfield Avenue. The event aims to gather donations for the relief of the worthy poor of the city and will accept money clothing or food gifts. Mrs Enslen will be assisted by Mrs Myers Mrs McLaughlin and Mrs Lines in hosting.
The Miami Athletic Club shows signs of growth with Manager Harper scheming to secure the third floor of the Saengersund building as a model gymnasium. The space promises good light and room for changing, with plans for handball, basketball, and races. A baseball team is set to form soon, guided by Manager Bomers, while the basketball squad, led by Captain Reinhart, continues to arrange games citywide.
The Towelfth District Medical Association clinic draws strong support with numerous letters to Secretary Van Buskirk. Drs. Webster and Hyde of Chicago will attend, Webster a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Hyde noted for work on skin diseases, and Webster recognized for obstetric pioneering.
County assessor Dygeman starts the annual property assessment, urging owners to have cash ready when assessed to avoid extra trips. Law requires collection of the gag tax at the time of visit, with canine owners expected to be prepared.
For sale a railroad first mortgage six percent gold bonds with an equal amount of stock. These bonds and stocks promise investor 40 to 50 percent annually within six months upon railroad completion. Includes quotes of strong bank and other references. Inquire Judge J. H. Aiken Swinney Block Fort Wayne Ind through Journal Gazette Want Ads.
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