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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1908
Page
3
An advertisement for Washburn Crosby Co praising their Gold Medal Flour and milling quality to boost bakers profits, offered for sale by grocers.
In Pierceton Indiana on March 1 the town board did not resign after a planned meeting. Residents threaten a petition to oust members, but officials dismiss it as baby play. The dispute stems from the board’s rejection of certain renaming requests by Belg Murigek & Co.
Riley Natson, once confined in the Monton asylum, was declared mentally unfit on Thursday and admitted for treatment after a disturbing incident with a neighbor. He had been released about eight years prior.
Three cars of a northbound Big Four freight train left the tracks south of Warsaw last afternoon blocking the line. Southbound passenger No. 42, due at 3 05 p m, was held up until the main track was cleared and the train proceeded to Wabash. The derailed cars were later replaced and the wreck er dispatched from Wabash.
Nora Me Tisss Sapp reports her brother William Kirtley of Columbus says he was re elected as commissioner of public works of Ohio on the fifth ballot. Sir Birtles, who has visited Warsaw, is well known there and nearby.
A March 6 incident at Stettler Meat Market Syracuse involved a search warrant and the seizure of lard cans. Authorities detained a man linked to repeated offenses, with two suspects reported in connection to the theft.
A fragmented report discusses the Maccabees gathering at the Macabee location with attendees noting a talk by Budson and praise for the session. Mentions of individuals and places are garbled but indicate a regular meeting and appreciation for the address delivered.
Warsaw Ind March 5 Superintendent J J Early of the Warsaw city schools announced a system of fire drills to be implemented immediately. He warned a catastrophe like Collin wood could occur at any time and described drill timings and building egress details observed during a trial drill at Center Ward building.
Auburn Ind March 6 The board of commissioners hears Peter Behler Garrets permit to sell liquor amid tense proceedings. The court room fills with witnesses and spectators as testimony and withdrawals dominate the day with no clear advancement in the case.
Auburn Indiana reports that local officials including Col Smith Capt Behler Major Kuhlman and Bandmaster Ching from Niles discussed securing services for a second three year term to be served by the band of the local regiment. The officers praised the bond and aim to retain the men for another term. In Decatur Deputy Sheriff Green found Charles Hilton who had escaped from the county poor asylum. He was living on the Mike Methriff farm and appeared content. Hilton has been dependent on the township for twenty five years.
Moon, a seventy five year old resident of Adams County, slipped on a wall near Ninth street in Decatur while visiting his son and fractured his left arm. His advanced age leaves him near nervous prostration and in serious condition. Also in Decatur a marriage license was issued to Bear Dempgler and Dora Barre, both residents near Butler. In Decatur court, evidence in the Isle vs LeMay case concluded and likely will go to a jury by Friday afternoon.
An ad touts Mi-oena as a universal remedy for stomach trouble and indigestion. It claims the treatment strengthens the stomach and bowels, cures weak digestion, and requires no cost if it does not work, urging readers to try it despite vague medical certainty.
Ngoga Lui Marth Faites Mery Bailes, famed alto of the Tri-state culivegy, leaves Angola Monday for Wasi on evangelistic meetings. She recently returned from an evangelistic tour in Olly Maryland and Pennsylvania, where she performed sacred solos and earned praise. She will make one to two stops along the coast to visit relatives and continue her tour.
War isaw Indiana reports a man attempting to mail stamps in an envelope and being advised to use a money order instead The clerk questioned the idea and noted no rule prohibits placing stamps in envelopes for remittance The incident suggests travelers should procure money orders for such transfers and not reveal plans for stamp use ORLAND Indiana March The Methodist Episcopal church sale and other community notices appear amid local society updates including visits and tours with names and places such as Garrett Dighthart and Coldwater This fragmentary item shows routine town life and minor postal confusion connected to stamp use and remittance habits
The Elst News Bureau reports Angola residents enjoyed a Tuesday night event at Westy Park Street. A luncheon followed music and games while members of the O and O TEZ planning next meeting at Wope Burkhart's home. A group of local fishermen from Angola, including J F Grasa Jason Poland ML 4 Parcell and Charles Johnson, spend the week at Grass Stage on Lake James for fishing and recreation as spring approaches.
In Warsaw Indiana the Blues who lost recent contest hosted the Reds last evening at Mr and Mrs Mat Tittenhouse home. Master Jerry Hoagland chaired the children’s contest while adults competed for Airs Albert Crites and prizes went to Burton Woulke Ray Harter and Marty Hrady. In Shipshewana Gorge Bacher seven died of scarlet fever after a few days illness with burial at Sid say cemetery.
Elder W E Wyrick conducted evangelistic meetings at Flint nine miles west of Angola with promising results. By week’s start thirteen convert ing were reported and new baptismal candidates joined at the First Baptist Church. An illustrated lecture by Rev J L Rav ers of Pleasant Laws was announced for the Christian Church. Metz Young Couple Licensed to Marry in Angola County Clerk John Allison issued licenses for Lield Exvin Coffman and Miss Mabel May Slack near Pictures County.
Garrett Indiana report notes R A Hoffman of Butler Bus-Sy and Alva Rumsey piloted a trial run from Butler to Garrett aboard one of the new auto buggies to be manufactured. The crowd praised the Garrett Gasoline Engine company curelae and Huffman's praise, the trip deemed very successful, with plans to begin wide production soon.
Readers sought to sell subscriptions for the Journal-Gazette in Wayne Indiana. Only solicitors need apply. For details write to the Bureau, Wayne, Indiana.
Garrett Indiana coverage recalls a masquerade surprise party honoring Mrs Shrack with thirty-two guests. Guests arrived at 4 PM after meeting at the home of Mrs Charles Trossinger, endured laughter at costumes, lunch, and a humorous poetry gift. In nearby Lagrange a death notice for Mrs Eyatma E Dryer aged forty two is reported. Also in Lagrange a contest to pick the best looking lady at the Majestic theater starts Monday, amid reputation for beauty in the town.
Wolcottville Ind death of Steven Taylor at his Woodruff home from cancer at seventy three. Funeral held from the house with interment at Woodruff cemetery. Four daughters mourn his loss. Garrett man Michael Hivock undergoes hernia operation at Soccer Heart hospitals with Dr. Thompson in attendance. Local residents visit and others noted: Mr and Mrs U W Harvey of Kentonaskville and Miss Jessie Ahlam with eye trouble. Mr and Mrs Charles Thri¢ of Kensallville visiting son Harry.
Medical ad-like text asserts nephritis is kidney inflammation and claims Fulton’s Renal Compound cures kidney inflammation. It cites staged disease, says 170 deaths due to kidney failure, and promotes Bi-Montilo Sulietin with late recoveries from Fulton and Meyer Bros. Co. Oakland, Cal. Promo claims are presented as medical authority.
Leesburg, Ind., March 3. Two former Leesburg boys, Maret Sanderson and Glen Sanderson, both nine and McLeey years old, sons of Frank Brows, perished in a blaze at Brechtel in Cleveland. A fire alarm and brief telegraphic news describe the deadly blaze and the missing details in today’s papers.
Whitley County items report Odd Fellows in Columba City and local officials updates. Samuel Cenbill Sam G. Albright and George Bosworth Were appointed to county matters. Marriuke Weema and Arthur Marker received deeds. Ayre Parkingen also noted. Provident Trust manager M L Galbreath visited Kokomo amid estate settlement for William Henry Knisely. Watson delegates named. Brubaker operated for pelvic trouble, hopes for recovery. Rev Rawei presented cultural talk at Methodist church with South Sea island program.
Kendallville Ind March 5 McGray Refrigerator Co began an eight hour schedule today after operating ten hours during the winter. The plant kept wart rooms stocked while demand lagged and president EH McGray warned the plan may last only as markets slow. He cited March through June as best months but national politics and prohibition weigh on outlook. Albion Ind March 4 William H Harp died aged 56 at his brother C B Harp home two and a half miles north. Funeral Friday at 1 pm at the brother’s house with Rev L E Knox officiating. interment in Wrights cemetery.
Kendallville residents learn the quarantine at the Orville Billinhome home four and a half miles north of the city was lifted by Health Officer Dr. A G Coyner after six weeks. Seven inmates were released from the old frame house near Green Lake gravel. The only active smallpox case now is at the Bunderd home on East Diamond Street.
Kendallville Indiana March 5. Merzhal Rimmel recounts a letter from Lieut George F Dodge of the War Department in Chicago seeking information about a force allegedly committed in this city by Charles Grings who deserted from Fort Henry Magna altered banks on Kendall Avenue and fled toward Fort Wayne Michigan It is likely Gringr will face charges for forgery and desertion.
A Kendallville, Indiana, woman died Tuesday morning in Toledo after an extended illness. Funeral services and final arrangements were to be announced by her sister, Mrs. G. Alexander, with the deceased having resided in Toledo for several months prior to death.
Local man McCoy of 1506 Sven Granson Street Auchon Ind reports long battle with stomach trouble. After trying many remedies he found Cooper's New Discovery revived his appetite and strength within days, enabling him to work full days again and sleep better. He praises the product and notes wide availability through Drelee & Bro.
Leesburg Indiana March 6 a deal completed yesterday Hart Brown sold a large farm in Plain township and adjoining lands in Leesburg for 371 000 Baumgartner Brothers Bloomingdale Indiana and Levins of the dealer form the purchasers Brown gains a valuable timber tract in Minondota Maine He is one of the best farmers in Kosciusko county and plans to visit Minnesota to manage the interests there Attorneys Wide Yang Widaman represented Brown Vertramshane appeared for Baumgartner Brothers
Local items note mild measles case in city and precautionary health measures by health officials. It reports illnesses in residents C W Batley and John W Butch and wife, plus birth of a baby weighing nine pounds at home Tuesday morning. Mrs Hecken lively returns from Ann Arbor hospital treatment.
Noble county circuit court adjourned until Monday March 9 when the Walt Lake liquor case begins Attorneys involved in Kendallville case and Casper Vetters liquor license hearing dates depend on finishing the Wolf Lake case in the commissioners court Decatur marriage ceremony held at 2 o clock in the office of J Smith Clarence A Haley and Miss Margaret Long were married by Squire James H Smith Groom son of Daniel Haley Bride raised by Mr and Mrs Peter Hothewell known in Decatur
Albion Ind March 4s Saelved hera Liat Jot Pressler a renowned horse tamer has accepted a position at Brainard and Wailter's livery in Kendallville. Pressler, long a traveling horse trainer, is praised for rapid, natural control of horses within twenty four hours without artificial aids.
Decatur Ind March Carmel ius Steffen, another French township farmer, charged with cutting up the pikes by heavy hauling, pleaded guilty and was fined five dollars plus costs. About twenty others face trial likely Friday. Claypool Ind March 1 Claypool Citizens' Band plans a sandstand in Claypool business district with a subscription drive and weekly summer concerts by local members.
Albion minor news notes Dr J We Hayes, previously ill for several days, showing improvement. Noble county circuit court adjourned Wednesday and will resume proceedings.
Recorder ALT McNuir notes a message from A C Kline of Albion attending Purdue. He is among students who lost personal effects in a fire at the room for house in Lazaretts. Mrs George Crives of Mishawalan cares for her mother Mrs Comfort Stanley amid plans for a southern voyage to South Dakota.
Eight Indianapolis based insurance agents and local counterparts clash over Sellers rate schedule in Columbia City. Property owners react to what they call unreasonable charges while several owners consider self-funding insurance. Some subscribers have joined the representatives’ efforts amid mounting local tension.
Captain S No Markley of Company reports, by order of the adjutant general, that Grinter & Swihovt have won the contract to furnish blue uniforms and blankets for militiamen at Columbia City Indiana. The article notes the militiamen have endured hard service and emphasizes the need to provide proper apparel as a wise arrangement to support those who guard the commonwealth in public danger.
Mrs Gertrude Ormsby wife of Lucien Ormsby aged about sixty five was adjudged of unsound mind by a commission and placed in the county jail by Sheriff Staples. The panel included Justice George J Kelsey and Drs S R White and John ini ard. She has six children the youngest under five months. Admission at the asylum will be sought for her.
Arthur T L Barker of Richland township and Myrtle Parkinson of Kosciusko county wed March 5 at Elijah Summers home in Hi McCloo The bride, daughter of Henry Parkinson, has resided with the Summers family The groom is the son of James T Barker They will reside in Cleveland township.
In Columbia City Indiana the Whitley county democratic primary organizers are formed by electing William H president Benjamin F Hull treasurer and B F Galbreath secretary The claim for applications for candidates for county officers is ready and may be obtained from Secretary Galbreath who can receipt the application fee.
Whitley County outlines six farmers institutes for 1895 with President William Nickey presiding. Institutes likely to be held in Columbia City and South Whitley, with township presidents and officers coordinating across Larwill, Larwill, Bina, and Land.
Auburn residents share travel and legal notes as Garrett resident Sabert visits, Mrs Baxter heads to Lafayette to see her Purdue student son, Dr Morr and wife attend a domestic matter in Albion, and local figures plan to attend the Jefferson club gathering in Fort Wayne on May 12.
Special sale at The Factory Salesroom 122 East Wayne Street offers a large variety of Cambria n skirts with lace and embroidery flounces and dust ruffles at attractive prices. Beginning Saturday morning a sale of 22 dozen shirt waists below factory cost.
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