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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1908
Page
3
Readers praise Hyomei for curing bronchitis hay fever catarrh and related symptoms. Letters claim relief after using the pocket inhaler and mention a $100 outfit with extra bottles at 60 cents, while denouncing the product as pleasant and effective.
In Culumala Culy Indiana May 1 a high county blunder halted bridge bids after a survey and profile were not deposited as required. The county auditors, board and attorney faced blame as bids totaling thousands were voided and twenty-two bidders returned home disappointed.
Persons who had shaving cups at the New Aveline barber shop are notified that these cups are now to be found at the new barber shop of Chas Henker, 115 East Main Street.
May 11 in Decatur Indiana the Henry C Davis vs Fred W Fuelling case opened in Ahenns circuit court over a $30 note due three months after September 28 claimed by the plaintiff. The defense contends the note arose from false fraud in a land deal and refuses payment. Attorneys include Irvin Monroeville Richwin Fort Wayne. Jury listed includes Samuel Jabers George Klute Frank Chrngman William Fagle and others. The case moves toward a verdict expected tomorrow morning.
Decatur Indiana reports a joint initiation day for Decatur and Huntington Knights of Columbus. Twenty candidates from each city were admitted with state officers present and an expected seven hundred knights from surrounding districts gathering for the ceremonies at Decatur.
Evansville Ind May 01 The Ohio river has risen above flood stage for the fifth time since February 1 in seven weeks. The stage reaches thirteen feet as authorities monitor crests and warn residents along the river.
Dr DTL Mary spoke to middle students on nervousness and social strain. He described common symptoms such as twitching, tapping, and fidgeting, urged physicians to promote rest and property care, and advocated a mental health tonic prescription costing about seventy cents, claiming it helps nerve exhaustion and weakness.
The Ohio River near Louisville to Cairo shows rising levels with floods marked since February. With water predicted to crest around early June, bottomland corn planting is halted and many farmers expect little chance of a successful crop this year. Historical flood data show multiple peaks, the latest near 43.5 feet, delaying plowing as streams rise and recede.
Decatur Indiana May 11 Andrew Welfley and Mrs Mecca Powers were married last evening by Squire J H Smith at the home on Seventh street. Welfley is with the real estate and insurance firm of Kint and Welfley, a prominent local business pairing with Fort Wayne’s esteemed family. The couple started their life together at their Mercer avenue home prepared by the groom.
In May 1 C G1 Merlea of this city, a notable figure in northern Indiana politics, was named president of Wyoming State University at Laramie by East News Bureau.
A letter claims Grape-Nuts cured years of indigestion after a doctor advised daily use. The writer says the family now buys four packages weekly and praises the cereal for aiding the nervous system and overall well being.
Chicago reports claim Mrs Gunness may still be alive after a series of tales about her children and a missing husband. The piece notes doctors and neighbors questioning adoptions, Ray Lamphere’s murder charges, and Gunness’s possible murder accusations tied to her second husband’s death.
Pittsburg May 11 Lamphere a farmhand arrested at Laporte Ind charged with the burning of the Gunness home is described as a French Canadian named L Amphore who allegedly had seven other wives. Detective Roman traced multiple marriages in Allegheny Towanda Rochester Oswego and Utica before Lamphere vanished. Roman says Lamphere could face arrest for bigamy if identified further.
Mayor Hosey rebukes critics over the Aveline hotel fire loss and the fire department’s role. City officials argue no negligence, note Fort Wayne’s high insured value and old city equipment, while the safety board’s recommendations are under review and bidding opens tonight for a new first‑class engine in line with underwriter requirements.
William J. Bryan and Minnesota Governor John Johnson, rivals for the Democratic presidential nomination, rode the same Chicago train heading east toward Washington. Johnson claimed Alabama and Minnesota show support for him, while Bryan topped Minnesota delegates. O’Connell, county chairman, said Bryan is pleased with the situation as they travel.
Notre Dame Indiana May 11 The sixtieth fourth commencement program announced Francis Zink Canton Ohio named valedictorian the universitys highest honor He is business manager of the Dome and secretary of the class Dr Charles P Nell United States labor commissioner and economics professor at Catholic University of Washington delivers address Father Jennings Cleveland priest and former Catholic Universe editor is bachelor orator speakers include George W Spronger Jacob P Young and Joseph J Boyle Subjects cover Respect for Livy Business Integrity and Preservation of the Home Francis T Maher from How Kore reads class poem 1208 Laureate medal awarded to Dr James Monaghan Washingtons hall next Sunday morning high mass at Beered Boart church sermon by Rev John Talbot Smith New York City Part eight of the Laetare medalists may take part in exercises Monaghan to receive Honor at banquet in the Eve Wing after services
Emil C Greening says he knows Miss Gunness history and believes she is now in hiding in Chicago He cites prior travels and medical notes as basis for his assertion though details are unclear
Perry Smith of Wareaw will deliver the May 1 address in Palestine Ind with a good program under preparation. Local news by Eist News Bureau report the engagement as part of a community event.
Fragmentary ad copy promises a remedy for a trying wash day by sending five cents to a Brother for a cake or Easy Task soap. The text is garbled but suggests a promotional offer or contest linked to household chores and a framed payoff.
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