06 May 1918
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1918
Page
1
A fragmented free verse complains of street-sprinkling machine drivers and careless behavior causing mess and discomfort. The writer reflects on a recent suit, cold shoes, and awkward attempts at cleverness amid urban noise. References to England, editors, and a chaotic school of thought appear through garbled lines.
Fragmented OCR text describes a patient reporting improvement after taking Tanke and other remedies, mentioning Lia Mia to Wanapolis Inc and advertising Tanlac as rheumatism treatment. The passage includes claims of digestive relief, reduced pains, and recommendations to obtain the product from drug stores.
The report notes an office fund of $80,000 and dates for a series of mass meetings across major cities. It mentions Madisue Walsh of Indianapolis as chair and William Maney coordinating in Tadieanpas, with a state committee head election planned after meetings. Also listed are several local sponsors and partial contributions including a $900 from Wardrive students.
A fragment discusses a German peace initiative and alleged campaigns in Switzerland and other regions. It references pamphlets and distorted messaging, noting dissemination by various groups and reactions abroad amidst war context.
The Royal Neighbors of America lodge initiates twenty two candidates led by Ty Klein. The event includes Miss Childs and features remarks by Tavren Sammars. Members from nearby towns attend and a service flag and card are featured in a community gathering at 1020 Caihoa Street.
Knights of Pythias members from Phoenix Fort Wage Shares and Monroeville lodges will hold a county meeting in New Haven on Thursday May 9 starting at 4 oclock p m The grand chancellor of the state will attend and all Knights are asked to be present An agenda includes opening song Amerie an address by Chancellor core Inanidur a response by Frank Emerlick and several talks and musical items
Weather Bureau Fort Wayne reports hourly readings for May 5 with highs and lows recorded. The document includes temperatures at various times, total precipitation for the period, and month to date totals with references to inches and percentage values.
Chairman's report commends the volunteers for their creditable response to the Third Liberty Loan drive. It notes the county’s splendid effort at farming communities, urging more bonds purchases and highlighting the workers’ sacrifice and patriotic duty to support the war front.
Two Indiana boys are listed among casualties as the latest casualty list reports 119 named. Kilnetion 10. killed by wounds 0. died of needent 0. died of disease 2. died of other causes 2. wounded severely 10. wounded slightly 67. Six officers named include Colonel Juenard Hy Grimma, killed by a shell at the front. Major Miri Rosa Danville and Frederick Abbott among those wounded severely. many others wounded or dead. Local notes urge Charles J. Rule’s Republican nomination for Wayne Township trustee.
An advertisement asserts Grando Pine cures coughs colds hoarseness bronchial issues croup and throat irritation. It claims 3 axles of 50 cents produce a pint of medicine with full directions and cites testimonials from Geo Pollick and Mrs John Porter praising relief and life saving effects. Manufactured by Grand-Aid Co Wayne Ind.
Tracated notes describe carpet manufacturers expanding assortments to meet demand for unusually large quantities. The text mentions Warr Wigine, Lafayette, and Terre Hattie regions and notes efforts to price and sell at elevated levels. It references rug materials and potential purchases under strict price controls.
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