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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR describes the Fort Wayne Gazette with 1968 establishment notes and publishing terms. It mentions second class mailing, Sunday issue options, and subscription terms by mail with variations for ad rates and delivery.
A flood of public notices in the Falter Journal-Gazette lists candidates for county and state offices in Allen county. Names include B Fleming Joseph Getz A C Glaadieus Aaron Reichelderfer Christian Vonderag and others, all subject to Democratic primary decisions. The report notes ongoing party activity and a contrasting Republican banquet backdrop as campaigns heat up.
Senator Knox of Pennsylvania champions a broad national waterway improvement policy. He urges Congress to authorize large and sustained funding, arguing river and harbor work must expand beyond current levels to develop commerce and transportation nationwide. The country shows strong public support through telegraphs, letters, and business groups.
Charles Gerard Gow born in Phelps New York served in the Civil War rising to captain after prize bravery. He later moved to Elkhart Indiana where he practiced music and built a vast instrument factory. Gow became renowned as an inventor and publisher editor of Washington Times and led major instrument making enterprises worldwide. He was twice mayor of Elkhart and served in the Indiana legislature before Congress.
In Kosciuszko county Turkey Creek township Democrats caucused to elect a state convention delegate. Of 43 attendees, 40 backed Marshall for governor, signaling strong support in the Thirteenth district. The county’s stance suggests Marshall has not actively sought broader regional gains.
Bluffton residents proposal to donate $25,000 apiece is presented during a Warren district committee meeting. Rev Dr Wade notes Bluffton as a preferred site for the proposed old people's home, potentially matching a $50,000 commitment from a Warren donor and funding from the church, contingent on committee approval.
Miss Jessie Haberkorn led the women’s class at Miami gym last night. The event drew appreciation and strong interest, aimed at boosting physical culture among women. Professor Harper was active in promoting the program to attract female participation and enthusiasm.
Hon W S Wells announces retirement from Overace joint senatorship to devote himself to his insurance business citing overwhelming work and thanking loyal supporters for their efforts in past campaigns. He says he cannot afford to campaign during the crucial weeks leading to April.
Early today robbers struck the McCordsville post office, blowing the outer door and forcing entry. A local resident report and a police investigation in Fortville and Indianapolis followed, with no valuables recovered.
The Claypool dispute centers on anti saloon sentiment and a remonstrance that expires this week. Opponents claim nine backers of Shailquor granite have acted to block another saloon, while supporters push to prevent a second establishment.
The Royal Neighbors event in Fort Wayne featured speeches by Mrs. Tolin son and Mrs. Mary Supper, with delegates from 100 of 181 possible attending. Credentials reported, next convention planned for Indianapolis. color decor and local committees noted.
Travel invitation from DRULEY & BEERBOWER to Dalhart, Texas, on Tuesday the 17th. They promote Dalhart as a Panhandle hub with 8,000 residents and three railroads and invite readers to call or write for full particulars at Room 6 Arcade.
The trial of Giuseppe Ain for the murder of Father Leo Heintiens at St Elizabeth's Church in Denver concluded its evidence phase. Defense witnesses testified as physicians. no anarchist ties or motives were established. Judges' instructions pending. case likely to go to the jury by noon tomorrow.
The Gemgerate at Allen County holds a Saturday primary to select delegates for state congressional and senatorial conventions. The list includes townships and districts such as Jefferson, Ake, Downship, and Springfield, with each area choosing its representative to the party gatherings.
Siry NEWS notes O J Guy president of the First National Bank at Convey Ohio in the city yesterday. W C Hudycestx from West Norfolk involved in Port Wayne business for a machinery company. The Rev Rawel of New Zealand to speak at Methodist church this evening on The Manners and Customs of Native New Zealanders. Ming Tauro Lyman of Wetroll Michigan in town for father Charles H Lyman’s funeral in Ogden Utah. The Woman's Christian Temperance Union renews lease on West Berry street for three more years with building improvements planned. Mrs J F Vieherl recovering after surgery at St Joseph's Hospital. Independent telephone managers met in the city for informal talks. testing at Home Telephone office. Trinity WIsconsin Church mission service held with offering for Father Convers’s charitable work in Toledo parish. Miss Verya Gratte underwent an operation at St Joseph's Hospital for an attack at the font. doctors Maurice Totenthal and J Gilpin assisted. Insanity inquests heard before Justice Huser, Casey and Schlatter declared of unsound mind. Casey found subsisting on corn near Monroeville, Schlatter with parents in attendance.
Fort Wayne area news notes outline the formation of the Anthony Wayne Memorial Association in the Arcade Dulin. The group aims to raise funds to build an armory and museum for city military companies, with a large assembly space and suitable rooms. Officers named include H W Dickman as chairman W P Geller vice chairman AH Clark second vice chairman S S Kelker treasurer and W A Carrer secretary. The organization plans memorial services with Rev Daly of Bethany Presbyterian Church. Want ads in the Journal Gazette are 20 cents per word.
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