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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1908

Page

2

Allen County Democratic Primary Campaign Announcements

A batch of candidate notices from Allen County urging voters to support them in the Democratic primary. Names include SHIRLEE, JOHN B. MANNING, WATSON, ROBERT KELLY, ROBERT ELIPES, DR. A. J. KESSEH, CHRISTIAN G. VONDERAU, and others, each declaring candidacy for various county offices subject to Democratic voters' decision at the upcoming primary.

Elewsy Annownea Allen County Rosen Winkel Balter Journal-Gazette Watestern Pleane Mocrutle Pet Anat Shirlee Len County Democratic John B. Manning Pisade Allen Caunty Watson Ahs Jert C. Ors Hs Distoy Walter Journal-Gazette Tamia Tor Shortt Pest Glapizox Pleaze Pri Asron M. Reichelderfer Christlan G. Vonderau St. Joseph Township Bilter Journal-Gazette Robert ©. Kelly Robert Elipes Journal-Gazette Vitaze Cayoner A. JU Kesseh

Court reopens Smith divorce and custody dispute

The Bronx court revisits the Della Smith versus Charles A. Smith case. The wife’s custody of their children is questioned as she remarried and allegedly used funds for the new husband, leaving an eldest daughter who reportedly had to work. Judge O Rourke will rule after review.

Della Smith Charles A. Smith Bronk Court Smith O'Rourke William Tony Ira A. Cox Tienes Renan Lake Shore

Governor Guild Endurance Slams Portmanteau On Trial

Governor Curis Gullel remains in critical condition after a fall in Boston. The report notes ongoing legal actions including restraining orders against a spouse, quiet title suits, and various attorney fees. Several local notices mention real estate disputes and injury on a hand car near a rail line.

Real good 50 smoke a White Ash Cigar promotion

An advertisement touts a White Ash Cigar for a real good 50 smoke and invites readers to the second floor to see new items including top coats raincoats and spring overcoats from PATTERS FLETCHER CQ.

Secord Fletcher

Political buzz in Kosciusko County heats up in races

Warsaw March 20 political scene roils Kosciusko and surrounding counties as Republicans dominate key slots. Candidates include J. W. W. Parke of Plymouth and N. H. Plumer of Whitley for joint representative, A L Cornelius of Syracuse, L. W. Royse of Warsaw, and F Bowser for judge, with J A Widaman, H V Lehman, and J A Sloan running for state’s attorney.

Kist Newe Bureau Warsaw Ind Tigiec Mir Banker J. W W. Parke Plymouth J. N. Ronysa Jalat Kosciisko Marshall A. L. Cornelius Sypacuse N. H. Plumer Whitley County Kosciuske Huntington Whitley L. W. Royse Waresaw F. ©. Bowser Wereay Kosciusko Clieuis Widaman H. V. Lehman J. 4. Sloan William A. Mabic Wiliam Warser Edsward Aherttt

Spain Brothers Sentenced for Wheat Theft in Albion

The Spein brothers Harry and Anthony, sons of a local farmer near LaOtto, were sentenced in Albion for stealing twenty bushels of wheat from Charles Baker’s barn. They pleaded guilty in the circuit court and received one to three years in the Jeffersonville reformatory. Accomplice William Mougenest pleaded guilty. his sentence was suspended after favorable recommendations.

Rise News Bureau Albion Ind Harry Anthony Spein la Otte Charles Baker Swanly Otto Gulet Eni Tey Elreult Court William Rouseneat Cirscuit Unis Place

Fragmented OCR note on Warsaw court crowd at women’s event

An unclear OCR fragment mentions Warsaw court and a Saturday gathering of about 400 people. It references women patrons and a local district event, but details and context are missing due to garbled text. No definite names, dates, or outcomes are establishable from the readable portion.

Warsaw Women' i Korelurke

Bryan Visits College Town Indiana University Honors Bryan

William Jennings Bryan visited Bloomington to address about 2000 students and townspeople at the university gymnasium. He spoke on the value of an ideal and contrasted Democratic party aims with Republican policies, following an evening dinner with Prof. Johnston and college leaders.

Bloomington Ind Wiliam Jennings Bryan Indiana University Bryan Johnston Spok College Gymnagium University Jackson Club Hryan Jackson Club Chicago Lowe Bryan

Voting Opens In County For District Nominee At Kendallville

Polls open in townships from 1 to 6 and voting hours actually run 4 to 7 as canvassers expect a large turnout. The District convention at Kendallville on April 16 looms with fierce contests for congress delegates in wards four six and eight. Thomas R K Marshall's candidacy dominates delegate races while Fleming and Spongitomn unite for the joint senatorial ticket. Local Democrats from nearby counties gather to back their favorites, with heavy campaigning in Fort Wayne and surrounding areas.

Kendallville Welurna Journal-Gazzette Thomas RK Marshall Stata Jong Tcket Ar Fleming Sppogitimn

Washington Seeks Chinese Invitation for Fleet Itinerary

The Washington expected China to invite American warships to join a fleet voyage. President Roosevelt and his cabinet weighed the invitation as a sign of cordial U S Japan relations. If China joins, the itinerary may include Hawaii, the Philippines, Yokohama, and Manila before returning via the Suez Canal.

Washington Wedala Roel Seeyeuiry Root Iis Ikely Chin Metcalf Admiral Pillsbury China Haiwaitane Islands Boman Melbourne Sydney Maully Yokohanma Alap- Nuys Japan Manila

Ship Sub Society Subsidy Passes Congress

The text notes approval of a ship subsidy measure passed without division. In Washington on March 20 the American Federation of Labor’s grievances were read before the Senate. Vice President Fairbanks presented the statement, and a Senate journal edition was prepared with about one thousand copies authorized.

Washington American Federation of Labor Senate Fairbanks Burrows Gulinger

President Pressed on Public Access to Corporate Data

Washington March 20 Congress criticizes President over failure to publish corporate information gathered by the bureau of corporations. Representative Hardwick of Georgia says $600,000 was spent gathering data and urges first hand access rather than piecemeal releases. He argues information should be shared with Congress and the public, not held by a single official.

la Follette Neling Otil Jagt LaFollette Senate Congress Washington Rongevele Bureau of Corporations Hardwick Georgia United States House Ir Tiardwick

Three Hot Contests on the Republican Side

In Indianapolis Maryland on March 29 three tight contests determined delegates to the Republican state convention. James B. Watson faced rivals in most counties as Watson’s supporters claimed early dictations of delegates. In Huntington county Watson’s allies won six of seven delegates and claimed ten on the first ballot, with Miller claiming ten on the second. In Miami county both Watson and Miller led with six delegates each on the first ballot, Taylor and Miller also gaining.

Indianapolis James B. Watton Abankfort Watson Charles W. Miller jTayter Slater Huntington Watsons Huntington County Taylor Miami County C. W. Miller Taylor Th. Miller

Fragmentary ad text with mixed products and locations

Fragmented customer notes mention Sagin skin cream healing tender skin and Chili Con Carne at Randall's Saloon. References to 818 Barr Street, Uy remodels, Fleigier stare dans, and White Ash Cigar suggest a collage of local commerce items and addresses without a coherent story or clear dates.

Randall's Saloon Barr Street

Chicago Fire Devastates Grand Pacific Hotel and Federal Building

Fire in Chicago caused extensive damage to the Grand Pacific Hotel and the adjacent federal building. Water from firefighting efforts forced guests from rooms on the hotel’s upper floors while dense smoke disrupted postal and court operations. The Grand Pacific, rebuilt after the 1871 blaze, stands as a historic hotel owned by Levi Leiter’s estate.

Federal Building Justinset Tooms Grand Pacific Chicago Jato Levi 2, Leiter

Fire at White City amusement park destroys rink

A March 27 fire at White City Indianapolis caused losses over 19000 when a coal exploded in the skating rink office. The rink and two other buildings were destroyed but the rest of the park survived as wind carried embers away. Repairs and new buildings planned after cleanup.

Indianapolis White City R. C. Light White City Company

Wayne Dry Goods Co Specials on Ladies Dresses

Wayne Dry Goods Co offers spring dress styles with priced ranges from $3.67 to $15.00. The ad touts new seasonal looks and fit quality as it promotes affordable fashion for women.

Duke Seeks King’s Consent to Marriage

Rome reports an engagement announcement involving Duke and Mia Elkins with the king’s consent sought. Circulation in Rome claims an official acknowledgment could come soon, while Washington denies formal confirmation amid speculation of a U.S. visit by the duke.

Duke Mias Elkins Rome Taurnic King Pieter An NeEl Nigmarciase West Virsiala Washington America

Bucklen Arnica Salve praised for cures by Clinton man

Mr D E Chamberlain of Clinton Maine endorses Bucklen Arnica Salve noting it cured piles helped chapped hands healed an old sore without scarring. Also mentions Dreier Brothers drug store and a Wilmington Washington trip related to Senator Elkins and a funeral, plus a Raymond piano advert.

D. E. Chamberlain Clinton Maine Bucklen Dreier Brothers

Wayne Dry Goods Co Offers New Spring Skirts

Popular ladies dress skirts announced with new spring styles priced from 3.867 to 15.00. Emphasizes best in make and fit with low star price. Journal-Gazette Want Ad promotion for Wayne Dry Goods Co.

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