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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1908
Page
3
A whispered promotional piece describes a cosmetic preparation marketed to women. It touts a formula including tinctures and glycerine, applied to the bust and weak areas for dramatic improvements in shape and appearance, urging regular use over several weeks. The language appeals to personal enhancement and social desirability, naming unnamed experts and promising noticeable results.
Police seized a Bloomhurst led group in a South Calhoun Street alley raid charging rooms for immoral purposes and prostitution against several women. One man was booked for associating, though he posted bond with a false name. Officers named include Chief Awkenbruel and Captain Kelly. Sheriff Clement Milter also arrived with a warrant for John Timbers, wanted for wife desertion. A Chicago Street theft at Hiba Street saw meat stolen from a business once run by Vendrely & Son.
A Polish church at Terre Coupée was destroyed by fire in the night. The one story structure, valued around 4000 dollars, stood near the new church built about a year earlier on the same property. The rear housed a family and a Polish school occupied part of the building.
The first day of King Alfonso s visit to Barcelona passed without incidents as Republicans and separatists refrained from public protest. Crowds acclaimed the sovereign amid orderly scenes with police maintaining calm.
City fathers meet to discuss dangers from defective wire lines and delays in inspection. Officials debate contracts, ordinances, and plans for a garbage and street improvements program including a new tire engine and shelter for wagons.
Chicago March 11 members of the democratic national committee met to plan the national convention. Joe Thomas Tageart, chairman of the Lidnial Gamimitter, said an agreement with Denver hotel men would prevent rail charges from rising beyond existing rates. Party supporters are pushing to ensure visitors are entertained.
Inwood Wire, a Warsaw youth, was confined to his home after a horse he drove plunged into a swollen river during a flood Saturday night. He was carried downstream by the current, but rescuers freed him from the harness and he was taken to a local hospital in temporary danger, though later conditions were improved.
Miss Mabella Erwin daughter of Judge and Mrs We1 Erwin marries Mr Robert Balt von son of Mr and Mrs Kafud K Ale Nson in a quiet ceremony at the bride’s home on East Monroe Street Rev B Wilcox officiates. Attendants are Dick Erwin Jr and Miss Marie Allison, with couple leaving for Cardwell MA to start married life. groom joins his father in the Allen son Lumber Co.
The Independents urge that their rights and those of thousands of patrons be protected in the franchise settlement. They oppose consolidating the rival telephone systems under Bell control and demand fair terms guaranteeing interconnection with the city’s authority, Indiana officials, and existing independent lines. Congressman Watson attends a court house assembly in the evening.
In Decater Indiana on March 10 members of the Great Indiana Sun association met in the library assembly room and reorganized for the year electing directors including George Tricker A J Smith Tom Baltzell George Brewster Willan Farlow S Pontius John P Steiner R Sehog M A Ripley J W Brodiebeck Charles Niblick A A Butler Simeon Bower C D Knukte J D Nidinger The board then elected officers President T E Baltzell Vice President Charles Niblick and Pressmen R Schugg enrethy A A Butler Visitors included secretaries from surrounding counties and a conference with Secretary Kunkle about forming a league to secure great steeple horse racers Also noted John Bowers was slashed by a knife at Noah Fager saloon in South Whitley with heavy fighting. Dr Eberhard treated the wound.
Marion photographer Boot Turven has leased the former Myers restaurant studio in Columbia City and plans to establish a lucrative business with his wife and child. Tomes G. Kaler, brother of S P. Kaler, underwent gallstone surgery in Indianapolis. expected rapid recovery with his wife present. Hilary Ryigit, 77, pioneer of Thamecock township, welcomed a baby, mother 47, at home near Fort Wayne. a celebratory seven course luncheon featured prominent locals, including Mollormick and Me stad Weller.
A local gathering honored a couple on their fiftieth wedding anniversary. Guests enjoyed a hearty supper and baskets. In late March, the couple plans to travel west to visit their three sons Christie Seattle Washington, Tenry St Louis Missouri, and Hemby Rockyford Colorado.
In Lagrange Indiana Democrats show strong county wide support ahead of the upcoming convention to be held in the court house Saturday. Candidates for congress gain attention with three contenders attracting admirers and voter interest. Notable visits include Mr Adair and Cyrus W Chine of Angola as he engages with agriculturists and townspeople in talks.
A vintage style ad text asserts indigestion arises from weak stomach muscles and low gastric juice. It promotes Ailana stomach tablets to strengthen muscles, improve digestion, and claim a complete cure with a money back guarantee if not effective.
An advertisement extols Kodol as a universal digestant that instantly digests all foods by stimulating saliva and stomach action. It claims quick recovery for weak stomachs, guarantees satisfaction, and offers a money back guarantee when not pleased. The copy cites Chicago based DeWitt & Co as makers and compares bottle sizes and value.
Impromptu talks by a prominent figure draw large local crowds at Willows as residents gather to chat during a brief stay. Support expressed verbally and in various ways, signaling strong optimism for the upcoming nomination and a likely pivotal election year for Lagrange County. Cilnera engages in conversations, forming connections across social circles.
In Lagrange Ind March 1 Annie Peters now Lazara Baul a teen with an unusual life record completed a court journey. She sued John Shultz for bastardy but lack of consistent evidence led to Shultz’s assaulting. the girl sought care for her infant in the orphan’s home. The mother and Lazara Flash appeared at the courthouse and obtained a marriage license. they plan to move to a Michigan town. The case draws unusual local attention.
In Alhion Indiana Sheriff Blaney and Prosecutor Weir Carver questioned witnesses about a robbery at the French car near Wawala. Zimmerman, held as a witness, could not provide usable details after seeing two men near a mill before the incident. Shenley released him after no additional light could be shed.
Elizabeth Brown died Thursday at her daughter's home aged eighty. Funeral conducted Sunday at OUB church by Rev GB Wells of Butc Jer Ind. A Methodist and Christian group choir provided music. The eldest of eleven children, she lived on a DeKalb County farm near Buller until her husband William Brown died, after which she was cared for by her children.
Eve Good daughter of Mr and Mrs Bil Good died at her home in northern Hamilton Sunday after about three years illness from consumption. She leaves parents two sisters a brother and many relatives and friends. Funeral was held at the Methodist church this morning and interment followed at Hicksville beside her deceased brother. Rev S Cain delivered the sermon.
The Otseke graded schools held a box social and program at the high school gym Friday evening with softies, recitations, instrumental music, and refreshments. Proceeds totaled a bit over $19 as attendees enjoyed a pleasant evening and supported the event.
Ronda Lile of Auburn and partner have moved to Kendallville and established in Kotler and Frank's addition. They have purchased the leasing plant of Diz. Champfel I, long operated in the factory district, and will aid a greatier tenavater and apite vid saepartment, with Waener and tar coming well recot amended to Me Ran autelile peor.
In Dagrangs Indiana chicken dealers push outbound shipments amid inbound birds. Tray Ford shipped the third brown Leghorn from his pen while Harvey Price and Lewis Price also moved barred leghorns and racks. Enthusiasm grows as the season progresses and Lagrange shows loom.
In Lagrange Indiana on March 18 the Knights of Pythias initiated three candidates into the First rank and two into the Representatives. The ceremony proceeded smoothly with a social hour following the rites and additional helpers assisted in the event.
The leaders of the state press the aim that all men are working to uphold the highest standard for exhibits, seeking continued excellence in presentation and quality across the board.
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