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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1908
Page
2
A jumble of opinions touches on senator campaigns, anti shooting sentiments, the independence party convention in Chicago, and criticism of officials. Remarks reference Congress, wardens, Adm Evans, and reactions to unrest, with scattered notes about Salvation Army, Irish coercion, and a Methodist conference.
Report describes Chestie Virginia union strike and teacher boycotts sparked by strike breakers. Warsaw militia orders and false dispatches from war ghoul rumors fuel tension. Local editors condemn sensationalism and demand accountability for corrupt journalism.
The twenty-first quadrennial conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Baltimore marks its hundredth anniversary since the 1808 constitution. The session includes a centennial celebration, changes to the book of discipline, and the election of eight new bishops to replace those who have retired. The event draws wide interest as Methodism remains a strong force in American religious life and community.
The Indianapolis Star reports Thomas R. Marshall, Democratic candidate for governor, advocates a clean campaign focused on argument rather than personal abuse. He urges party workers to avoid mudslinging and to conduct a dignified race, promising to pursue a constructive political effort.
Washington dispatch analyzes the 1908 Democratic contest between Bryan and Johnson. Johnson’s expected vice presidential bid and a vast Johnson operation aim to carry the solid South and key Western states. Uninstructed delegates threaten Bryan, while Republicans forecast Roosevelt or Taft sweeping most states regardless of Democratic nominee.
In Kosciusko County Indiana the shooting of Milo Cline by Deputy Fish and Game Commissioner Charles Douglas stirs consternation. Residents threaten to shoot wardens who open fire. Cline fled into woods and remains missing as his brother Frederick is jailed for violating fish laws. Witnesses include North Webster residents and officers Rigney and Vanderford.
A state political call for a high minded, personal attack free campaign in Ta dlana cites past tragedies in Louisville and warns that partisan abuse damages friendships and families. The Star pledges support for Mr Marshall to keep the campaign dignified, with party committees urged to curb mudslinging and ensure orderly discussions at forthcoming meetings and events.
May reports from Kendallville Indiana note Apollo commandery met at Mazonte temple with Knightly orders conferred on Bert Maxwell Garratt and Frank Penne of this city. Knights from Garratt Likonten LaGrange and nearby towns attended a royal welcome service and panel. The commandery plans to attend grand commanders at Winona on June 1932. A Whites County Old Bell- ers association gathering discussed the annual old settlers meeting in the courthouse room and a local arrangement for the event.
Applications for membralp to Battery B indicate the unit will soon reach the required roster of 100 names to request the $55,000 equipment from the government. The process hinges on assembling the full roster to justify the official allocation and delivery of the new gear.
David Wormeasile formerly of Monroeville flashed a thirty two calibre revolver on Decatur streets. He was fined 10 for carrying concealed weapons and jailed overnight after a skirmish with officers. A warrant from Allen County followed him. deputies hunted him all day without success.
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