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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1908
Page
10
A biographical sketch traces Leigh Hunt from early schooling to statesmanlike leadership in education and finance. It details his losses, rapid recoveries, and daring foreign ventures that culminate in vast mining interests and restored creditor payments, portraying a resilient ascent through adversity and public life.
An arch named Welcome Arch is erected at Weaxins by Breezy Way of Westerners at a cost of 25 dollars, 60 feet high and weighing seven tons. Denver plans lighting improvements with arc lights along major streets to deter crime, reduce police need, and improve safety. The city touts brighter alleys and parks, while a large convention season increases police presence. The article discusses municipal lighting as a model for other cities and mentions the impact on crime and public order.
March 22 report outlines a week of religious services to mark the centenary of the New York Catholic diocese. Notable clergy including Cardinals Gibbons and Logue are expected, with a program from Low Sunday April 26 to May 20 featuring pontifical masses, sermons, a laity meeting, and a cathedral procession amid fundraising concerns for cathedral debt.
The diocese outlines regular annual appeals for the centennial celebration. Appointments include Invitations by Mgr Motney and printing by Rev. Joseph F. Flannels. A reception is set for April 28 with Rev. Worte and Mgr. Lummal, while Carnatic ceremonies involve societies with Mooney. Archbishop Parlay asks clergy to send suggestions to committee heads.
New York on March 2 with impressive honors the funeral service for Reverend Charles Benty Fowler twenty four bishop of the Methodist church educator founder of universities in this country and abroad was held today at Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal church. Prominent clergy and lay leaders attended as associates in the church and family mourned the late bishop and educator.
The death of Phoebe Bysart, a 82 year old Auburn resident, is reported by the Kist News Bureau. Her funeral took place Monday at Woodlawn cemetery with burial in the family plot. She is survived by four daughters, all listed as residents of Auburn.
A Madrid report states King Manuel’s wound remains unhealed since February 1 when the crown prince and the king’s mother were killed. Physicians report the king’s condition has worsened recently and treatment continues.
In Warsaw Indiana on a sunny Saturday a six dollar umbrella burned a hole in a display window at Will Nye jewelry, injuring no one. The owner, Mr Nye, filed a claim with his insurer on the stock and fixtures.
In Aubers Indiana on March 23 the local farmers report favorable weather enabling their sugar camps. Several gallons of syrup were reportedly drawn from nearby resources as farmers take advantage of the favorable conditions. An automobile accident in Avven injured a boy named Carteton Tink after being struck on Main Street. He was treated at home by a physician who noted the injuries could have been more serious.
Kansas City Bank of Commerce will resubmit a plan in response to city and state review notes. The item appears in local classifieds and journal notices.
On March 21 at the ferry station a group of Koreans attacked Consul General Stevens with a gun and handkerchief pistol. Chung, a Korean youth, admitted firing shots, with two bullets striking Stevens and one barely missing. The assailants awaited him in relation to postwar tensions, and Chang remains jailed as medical status is awaited.
The Majestic presents a redecked dramatic pageant by Clevers, Kinwg Erlinger, and General Lew Wallace. A grand historical romance with music promises a towering spectacle, featuring a vast cast and lavish tableaux from Temsalem to the arena of Circas.
In Att Tiege brvay, Geperileh and Tan preluvesive figures gather with wives and associates as the saslie and fair ladies are presented. The text notes a parade of personages and a sense of ceremony surrounding their presence.
Fort Wayne audiences will see the Jerouille Richie Landon Comedy and Pantomime company in a new production written by Frank Huttoat. The Savage English Grand Opera company带 appears with notable performers as E A Bachelder and Phoove Stra anh, in a lavish operatic entertainment featuring large orchestral sections and exotic acts.
A Temple afternoon program features Dan Burke and six striking young women performing a lively vaudeville showcase. The act blends song and dance with comedic flair, earning strong audience reaction as Burke showcases dance steps and a playful routine.
In LaGrange County on March 23 baseball interest runs high as teams prepare for the season. Shipshewana played well at Line and defeated Middlebury 20 to 1 in a decisive opener. The county is known for strong baseball materials and fans anticipate further competitive games this season.
In Chicago on March 23 B, Gandnec placed fourth in the national amateur billiard event by defeating I Poggenberg 46 to 368, drawing attention to the competition and local players.
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