Vote Will Be Close Hard to Pick the Winner
Campaign ends with spirited meetings across the city as observers predict a tight result. Citizens attended many gatherings and debates, signaling a volatile outcome and a large anticipated turnout.
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1908
Page
1
Local election results expected as polls close tonight
Election officers urged prompt reporting of returns as voters cast ballots across the city. Democratic candidates dominated activity with meetings, while Republicans showed little public interest. Major races included county recorder and contested raceups among Geisz Reichelberger Gladiens, with leaders Kelly Vonderau and Lipes in the recorder contest. Votes tallied through the evening in New Haven and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dmtaga
Josep TM
Geiz
Aaron M. Reichelberger
A.C. Gladiens
Diewlouer
Robert TE. Kelly
Christan G. Vonderau
Robert Lipes
Conklin Defeats Rerolle in International Chess Match
Chicago player Conklin defeats the French champion Rerolle in the international amateur chess tournament in France. Conklin won the last game with an uphill fight, building on his strong form this contest. His average stands at fifteen, marking solid progress toward the title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KEW
Yorki
Conklin
Chicago
France
Chiarica Pe
Weather forecast notes for Friday and Saturday
Ohio area sees parity days with possible snow flurries in the morning and warmer conditions by Saturday with fresh west winds. Indiana and Illinois expect fair weather Friday and Saturday with variable winds. Lower Michigan reports mostly cloudy Friday with possible snow flurries in the northeast, Saturday turning to rain and fresh north winds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ohio
Muorthsenc
Waemer
Frost Threatened by Clear Skies and Dense Clouds
Weather notes report threatened frost with clear skies and low temperatures overnight JD8 May Ward. Thick clouds overnight could shield fruit flowers and vegetables this morning. Yesterday readings show cold temperatures with minimal wind and potential freezing conditions in parts of the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rerrerreney
Deadlocked Democrats struggle at Bloomington convention
In Bloomington Tennessee April 31 delegates from the Second district struggle as Democrats deadlock over endorsements. Davis Padgett leading then trailing candidates with Undoubtedly scattered votes and delay mark the convention as more than 2,000 people fill the Hardy Grand Opera House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Padgett
Cullop
Wellman
Miers
Bloomington
Mick Nasby
Iran
Mahyieshous
John H. Underwood
Lierence Cudiy
Lawrences
Darby
Davis Wy Padgett
Cidep
Sid
Willman
Minn
Nibinck
Falconies
Grand Opers
Hove
Express robbery on Pennsylvania line near Walkers Mill
Bulletin from Pittsburg reports a "Two"man secreted burglar entered the New York to St Louis express at Walkers Mill ten miles west of the city on the Panhandle division. They overpowered the express messenger and escaped with four sealed bags of currency. The amount is unknown. The train is a principal money carrier on the line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Walkers Mill
Panhandle
New York
Presbytery Ends Its Session This Week
Terre Haute report notes the presbytery concluded its session on Friday April 30 and adjourned to meet again in September. The meeting was announced by Moderator J A L Semmis of Sullivan and Secretary W P Fadgett of Evansville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Hauve
Fri
J. AL Semmis
Sullivan
W. P. Fadgett
Evansville
Bomb Explodes at Phoenix Club in Cincinnati
A bomb attached to the Phoenix club door at Ninth and Race streets exploded before midnight, blowing off bartender Frank Jaegel’s hand and destroying his hearing. Police surveyed the scene as investigators pursued leads. In Pittsburgh, April 30, a threatened strike by conductors and motormen was postponed to May 9 during pending arbitration, with a wage cut of one cent per hour deferred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Phoenix Club
Ninth and
Race Streets
Frank J. Jaegel
Pittsburg
J4nedt Stetke
Receiver for Stars announcement in Indianapolis
Indianapolis April 2 George C. Milts news released by Judge Angerson of the federal court names receiver for the Star papers the Munche Star and Terre Haute Star. Bond set at 109000 with obligations to support the American Steel company and Hitt ordered to continue operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sindianapolis
Geerge C. Milt
Jakes A. B
Angerson
Federal
Josviver
Passehcy
Indianapeila
Munche Star
Terre Haute
Sutew Company
Ar. Hitt
Printing and publishing of the three leaynrs of the publishing company
The incomplete line references printing and publishing activities of a publishing firm, noting continuation on Page 7 Column 2. It hints at ongoing coverage of the company's operations but lacks clear names, dates, or specific events to identify.
Fort Wayne Champs to Open Season Today in City Parade
The unbeaten Getaway team led by Incl Trendricks heads to the field today for their season bow. An opening automobile parade to Welack extreme tie Avellus hotel will gather city leaders and fans as both teams prepare for the game. Officials announced schedule, attire, and the plan for the opening ceremonies and uniforms are ready for the debut game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hutt
Kennex
Rone
Utey
Wetehla
Finch
Neg Toy
Jack Repute
Bis
Fife
Pnet
Dessa
Carson
Hoey
Tullcea
M. H. Ankenpruek
Guy Colerick
A. BE. Thomas
Grice
R. GB. Huons
Skelton
Peank Mungovan
3. C. Berhui
Noeitina
Bn Center
Pulp Movement Gains Backing to Fight Tariff Promise
Representative Townsend said Speaker Cannon indicated willingness to act this session on anti injunction and Sherman act amendments. A reform drive, supported by 30 to 40 majority members, seeks to place wood pulp on the free list before approving new bills from the judiciary committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Townsend
Michigan
Cannon
Watson
Indiana
Congress
House
Judiciary Committee
Fiat
Eng Nancier
St Ihia
Cera
Iret
Pius Sends Blessing at Roman Anniversary Mass
In New York the centenary celebration of the Roman Catholic diocese centering on St Patrick's Cathedral and Holy Cross Church featured a Mass for deceased bishops and priests. Pius sends a blessing via a telegram from Pope Pius III praising the New York diocese and thanking the faithful assembled for the 13th anniversary commemoration of the diocese.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick’s
Mayntooth College
New Fork
New York
St Patrick's Cathedral
Holy Cross Church
Ney
Cnémek
Ead
Pore Plis
Avenhishon Farley
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