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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1908
Page
3
William Geake visits the injured as the regiment's fate hangs on hourly reports. The scene recalls wartime hardship as care and concern flow from nearby towns.
A man fearing flames guides children to a window and escapes with them via an elevator shaft and telegraph wires. He and another passenger lower to the ground, surviving with minor injuries as officials begin inquiries into the dramatic escape.
A dramatic hotel fire in Columbus left several guests injured and one man rescued after leaping from an upper floor. Bell, Davenport, Johnson, and others describe near captures as flames, smoke, and screaming filled the hall. Firefighters struggled to reach the top floor while victims received aid at the hospital.
Sparks from the New Aveline conflagration started several small fires in Misuriel’s downtown. The Journal-Gazette building roof caught fire but was extinguished by staff. A second roof on 124 525 East Berry Street suffered about a hundred dollars in damage. Occupants included John Watt, a traveling man, and Mr. Schwarz, a National Biscuit Co. city salesman.
Killson of Kalamazoo reports a dramatic escape from a blaze on the sixth floor. He crawled out a window, walked the edge of the building, and reached the fire escape despite bars. He lost clothing and had burns on his legs, finally reaching safety near People’s Store with help from another man.
Lorain Ohio man traveling for Atlantic Boiler ing company describes a dramatic hotel fire escape rescue prompted by a woman who guided him from smoke filled corridors to safety. He recalls hearing a voice calling him to come to her and reaching the fire escape through obscured vision. He vows to remember the unknown savior.
A fragmentary report notes the loss of paintings valued at $15,000. The text mentions individuals linked to Hartigan Fisher and Ulusiraten, with references to a Mr. Pisite and an architect, but many names and details are garbled. The core fact is a significant painting theft or loss involving listed parties.
The report quotes Wilson asserting automatic traps are involved in the incident. Details appear incomplete but suggest concerns over firing mechanisms and safety measures. Further clarification and official statements are awaited amid ongoing investigations.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a dying person named Mattie or MW Mattie facing a sale or pail related event. The readable text is unclear but suggests a diminutive address or sale action connected to Weighleigh or Wat peg and Chaagife. The item appears as a brief local notice fragment.
A chaotic account describes a dramatic and painful moment as a man is dragged to the window and talks with others amid cries and shouts. A community scene unfolds with partial dialogue about death, danger, and a rising concern for an injured man. The report names several locals and businesses involved in the aftermath and a public interest note about property values.
A representative for Mrs. Seay Shannt at the New Aveline building stated uncertainties about the eventual outcome of a loss claim. The insurance valued the loss at 62 100, with the policy listing furniture and contents as part of the total. The coverage outline followed a 3 section list, though specifics remain unclear.
Firemen battled a crowded blaze with limited equipment as ladders failed to reach victims. A man and a woman died amid panicked crowds while others leaped or were saved to nearby Whitenton restaurant. Rescuers, including Maj. C. W. Wilson, assisted in hospital transport for survivors.
A damaged OCR fragment references a tense cry and agitated sounds from a scene, with one man at a time likely involved. Details are incomplete, but the wording suggests distress or alarm captured in a brief police or witness report. The readable words point to emotional urgency and a dangerous or tense moment unfolding.
Loud cries for help echoed from windows as flames spread across the street. Neighbors rushed to safety while fire and police units swarmed the area, rescuing residents and securing the scene amid smoke and alarms.
A Malt clerk notices smoke and alerts others as fire descends through an elevator shaft. Police and rescue crews respond while tenants evacuate. A man named Dr slryenk, located west of the scene, remains distressed but unharmed. bystanders recall a chaotic, smoky corridor and emergency alarms.
A fire alert on Berry Street triggered a crowd to flee into a balcony collapse. A huge blast and fall sent people tumbling from a height. Children shrieked as a dense black smoke filled the street, and several bystanders were injured or panicked during the chaotic escape.
R S I Johnson of Pans identified as the deceased by S J Davenport amid a deadly fire at Schonen morgue. Survivors recounted escapes as flames breached rooms, with John P Brodeck er from New York escaping half naked to an adjacent roof. Dr W B Calvin treated wounds, and Hendricks and Varner narrated harrowing escapes with their families.
Coroner Mack oversaw an autopsy on Mrs Guenness and her three children to determine time of poison and if their home was burned after they perished. Four opticians worked on the analysis. results due tomorrow as thousands toured the scene. Debris still yielded the gruesome search for Mrs Guenness head amid the fire ruins.
Columbia City high school will host a debate with North Blanchester entrants after selection by the school faculty. The nominees include Jic Green Edgar Strouse Cecil Smith Fort Gloom and Fred Conkling from Melt nander, with three finalists to be chosen for the Wy contest honors alongside Nuelh Manchester representatives.
South Whitley Ind May 5 Joseph Grimes of two miles north of town died shortly after a cassation operation intended to save his wife and unborn child. Surgeons from Fort Wayne and nearby South Whitley performed the procedure. though initially successful, an unfavorable reaction and lack of strength led to her death. The young woman was not yet of childbearing age and was held in high regard by those who knew her.
A daughter of Mr and Mrs John Feigley of Richland township survives with her husband and three sisters all in this county. She was a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal church. Funeral services are at South Whitey M E church at 10 o clock Monday forenoon with Rev Kendall officiating. Interment will be in South Whitley cemetery.
Anna Monteith also known as Anna Sunday died of heart failure in Claypool Indiana while visiting her brother Fred Sunday in Silver Lake. She was in her seventies, twice married, last to Charles Monteith, and wished to be buried beside her first husband Wallace Wachter at Grove Chapel cemetery. Burial set for Monday at 3 am.
Orner Felix Orner and Mare F Mintey were married Saturday night in Columbia City by Reverend L Le Shaffer. A reception with indicated cake and fruit was held at the groom's parents home, and a postnuptial feast followed at the Orner farm nearby.
In Bloomington Indiana on a Monday afternoon the jury found Harvey Hinkle not guilty by reason of insanity after deliberations lasting hours. The verdict stunned the courtroom as Hinkle showed no visible emotion. Jail escort and officials prepared for an insanity commission ordered by Judge Willey.
Whitley County held Democratic primaries in Columbia City with four township slates and a sheriff contest. Henry Schumaker led sheriff votes at 1138, with Shook 904, Brown 99, Goppert 41. other county offices drawn without major opposition. Local merchants and officials were named for treasurer surveyor coroner and commissioners. several townships selected trustees and assessors for their upcoming terms.
May 3 report from Kendallville indicates TC Potter purchased the Angola elevator recently offered for sale after the prior owner failed. Campbell & Os will continue operation of the elevator. News notes farmers in Steuben and surrounding areas may gain market access. Also Silver Lake reports the open air ball park opening May 20 with Liberty Sills as opponent and a grand stand described as the best in northern Indiana.
The Wendallville Railway in Georgia will observe Memorial Day with special committees arranging flowers transportation and graveside decorations at Linhan and Lake View. Services at the Methodist Episcopal church on Sunday May 21 include a sermon by a Civil War veteran’s son, with ads noting Want ads at 14 a word.
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