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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1908

Page

2

Fragmented 1908 Democratic Ticket Dream and Court Appointment

Disjointed 1908 newspaper text references a Democratic ticket in Indiana, mentions candidates including Henson Adams and Cy Sie, and notes Roosevelt and Taft era court nominations. It also covers Indianapolis park funding via the Transit and Terminal company, newspaper access issues, and GOP opposition to paper pulp print pressures, with national and local political tensions cited.

Congress Cannon Watson

Fragmentary OCR hints at a chaotic voter scene and injuries

The readable fragments describe a tense voting moment with mentions of ballots, a voter, and potential injuries. Characters argue over ballots while unknown events unfold, suggesting a disputed or chaotic scene surrounding an election or ballot process.

Uncle Sam's Cash Receipts and Expenditures Slide

Monthly statement of United States receipts and expenditures for April shows total revenues and outlays, with a nearly 15 million deficit, expenditures rising to 66.72 million while receipts fall to 44.60 million. The income condition stands at about 108.12 million, expected to top 126 million by month end.

Yne United Aunlust Ben Ie

Primary and Results Reflected in Elections

The piece argues the primary results show a decisive popular choice, with objections over polling process and party fairness. It praises the Democratic ticket as representative and fair, noting defeated candidates had a fair chance and that Republican votes aligned with expectations given candidate familiarity. The author calls for party unity ahead of November elections.

York Bo Binall I Dauikteur Repute Yiean Brethren

Roosevelt Praises Working Women Clubs At White House

President Roosevelt welcomed members of the National League of Women Workers visiting the White House. He praised social and intellectual betterment led by women and stressed his support for working women and girls.

Roosevelt New England Jy Washington National League of Women, Workers White House United States

Public Urged to Attend Meeting and Hear Fine Addresses

Public urged to attend a court session this afternoon open to all. Speeches include Children’s Playgrounds by the Reverend Averill, Civic Spirit by Mayor Hosey, and The Snole Nuisance by Mr Paul Mugsman.

Uae Ldagie Mra. Bane Te. Paylor Dijfermag

Noble County Lakes Overrun by Dead Carp Stench Sparks Health alarm

In Noble County Indiana, up to twenty tons of carp have floated and died in the west lakes near Rome City. Farmers fear water contamination and a deadly disease, prompting Dr. J N Hurty to seek immediate investigation. A. Williams, a Rome druggist, reports deteriorating water quality and widespread fish mortality. He cautions locals to avoid wells as the stench grows and disease risk rises. The state health secretary will pursue the source while noting limited understanding of the cause.

Indianapolis Mar Noble Gounts J. N. Hurty State Board of Health A. Willams Rome Mr. Willams Noble County West Lakes Rome City Williams Harty Inke

Democratic Barbeque Kickoff for Hammond Campaign

The first Democratic barbeque of the campaign season will be held in Hammond with Lake County Democratic officials in Gary tomorrow. Tickets 14 cents to be nominated and widely promoted. Speakers include Eisenberg and others. events start at nine with local figures and a speakers lineup.

Cy Sie George Aukley Sng Allen ‘County Democratic Party Hammond Ind Amy Lake Cuality Thy Lake County Gary Sohd Eisenberg Een Smade Maton Ene Hinnas Claghy Tony Mot

Former President Cleveland Claimed Fatally Ill

New York May 3 A Lakewood New Jersey hotel scene reflects anxious rumor over former president Grover Cleveland's health as reports say his stomach cancer is incurable. Mrs Cleveland remains tight lipped while Dr Bryant visits every other night and no local doctors have been summoned.

New York Grover Cleveland Lakewood N. J Equitable Life Assurance Sociery Cleveland Bryant Mr. Cleveland

Sutton Wins From Hoppe At Billiards

Chicago May 1 George Sutton of Chicago defeated Willie Hoppe of New York 50 to 968 tonight in the first block of 1 500 points at 15 8 billiards Suttons average was 10 14 and Hoppes 264 2 The high runs Sutton 109 Hoppe 180 The early part gave Hoppe a big lead but after the eighth inning Sutton regained form and finished strong with a 94 run total

Chicago George Sutton Willie Hoppe New York Sutton Hoppe

Wells Fargo Express Robbed of 63000 in Mexico

May 1 report from Laredo, Dex indicates Wells Fargo Express robbed of about 400 Mexican currency. A train through water to Chihuahua carried the funds, with one agent who alone knew the safe combination slipping away. Two arrests reported in Torreon. officials doubt the Mexico City suspects are the same.

Laredo Dex Welle-Far- O Torrvon Mexico City of Mexico Chihwahua Torreon

Court grants divorce in Maynard v Skelton case and venue change

Judge O Rourke grants a divorce for Stella B Maynard from William Nef in Maynard v Skelton and orders venue moved to Weiss circuit court. Edward Smith and others sue Burlen Warner for contract fulfillment and $1000 damages for wood cut. Henry Lepper to wed Mary Gick. Toledo horseshoers strike over open shop policy and machine made shoes. nineteen join in protest.

O'Rourke William Nef Stella B. Maynard Benjamin W. Skelton Weiss Circuit Court Fred ©. Smith Mary F. Gick Toledo

Texas Senate Seat in Play as Primary Decides Resignation

Democratic primaries scheduled to vote on whether Senator Joseph W Halley should resign or break his pledge over ties to the Waters Pierce and Standard Oil campaigns. Prohibition and party divides sharpen the contest with Dallas Houston Galveston and Austin leaning toward the challenger.

Waco Tex Texma Wild Toesnerton Joseph W. Halley Denver Baller Thales Uwailey Waters-Pierce Standard Cong Johnson Dallas Houston Galvaston Austin Totinson Balley Biltey W. J. Bryan

Eagles Bazaar a Great Success at Charity Event

The Eagles charity bazar drew the week’s largest crowd as candidates mingled with attendees. Frank Purcell performed with a noisy horn setup, booths including a crowded crafts stand, and police station offerings drew steady traffic. Chairman Billy Knapp spearheaded the effort as new attractions promised to draw further interest tonight.

Stickela Cor Eagles Whem Frank Purcell Purcell Ateins Ifavis George Grafia Harkenrider Atonces Billy Knapp Jon Atunts

Kekionga Golf Club Announcement Sparks Holiday Play Plan

The Kekionga Golf Club announces a season focus on events for AMM members with greens being prepared. The program outlines holidays of tournament play, medals, and member matches through September, including President Trophy and Bengon Cup events, with details on formats and qualification.

Kekionga M-Hichmond Country Club Reldongs Iekivtes Saturtos Chtrmuedas Wednesias Sighean Kulas Cdas

Chess Tournament Schedule and Medal Prizes Noted

Readable fragment shows a multi day event with semi finals on Saturday September 1 and finals on September 26. It mentions sixteen players qualifying, medal prizes and a prize fund. The text lacks complete names and locations.

Satarn Funneraup

Distressing accident injures six year old on farm wagon

A six year old girl, Ma Trustee, was badly hurt on her father’s farm when riding in a wagon. She jumped toward a gate as horses moved, was crushed between a wheel and post, suffering a fractured skull and broken shoulder. A Fort Wayne physician treated her at home. The incident occurred Wednesday on the Illinois road. Local coverage notes a related event: a Young Men's Society banquet.

Jettus Pat Pret Knehn Nbuite Fort Wayne Kloshn Isinois

Iral Will Give Its Armas Banquet At Library Hall

The Iral will host a banquet Tuesday evening at Library Hall. Harry G. Hogan will sell tickets and address some guests. Visiting clergy and courly members will speak. Musical numbers and a local orchestra are planned. Committees aim for the most elaborate sodality event yet. Vernon Grice will serve the appeal. The sodality lists 392 members.

Iral Library Hall Harry G. Hogan Coulery Sodality Calerer Vernon Grica Appearl

Beauty Hint Promises Easy Task Soap

A faded ad promising Easy Task soap as a quick house cleaning aid. It touts a simple solution for cleaning and a lighter household burden, highlighting cost at five cents and appealing to homemakers. The copy uses dated phrasing and emphasizes beauty and cleanliness.

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