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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
7
Local division reports over 500 empty freight cars sent to the eastern division in two months. Recovery in freight business is expected to bring more cars into service within weeks, easing prior shortages noted after the downturn.
Samuel Fen, vice president of the Pennsylvania Railroad, warned of a serious business downturn with railroads running below capacity and little demand for steel products. He cited surplus idle cars, weak freight demand, and the need for wage and maintenance strategies while noting a hopeful bond sale but uncertain future. The company moved twelve locomotives to the Cleveland and Pittsburg division, signaling potential near normalizing freight demand as summer brings more rail traffic.
Derivation of Decoration Day excursion draws inquiries at the focal ticket office with plans for a ride from the city to Cleveland on Memorial Day. Delegates from Chicago arrived by Nickel Plate, two serial cars supplied for the German Lutherans convention. Various Pennsylvania workers head to Cleveland, and trips to Brooklyn and western resorts are noted amid local political and railway activity.
The Pennsylvania Inomenate plans their annual local division trip to repair winter damage. Two locomotives sidelined near the power station are connected for overhaul before road service. A twelve coach train will depart Lake Shore at 7 a m June 6, returning at 3 p m. A day of sports is planned by employer Fort Wayne Electric Works to ensure a record setting excursion.
Eleven barbers at the Wayne city scene as the Infii ua Audubott society holds a state convention May 21 and 22 with Mes Gene Stratton Porter delivering two lectures to high school students and a public audience. Mrs Stratton-Porter, author of The Song of the Cardinal and What I Have Done With the Birds, is featured.
Three break in incidents occurred Monday night on Walton avenue and at Wallace and Gay streets, involving the George Herman, L. J. Bender, and Michael Stetbacher stores. Charles Harkebrider was arrested on a theft warrant from Mrs Barbara Holland over a mule for a horse deal and $5 misdeal.
A four story frame Briant combat factory on State street burned to the ground in Huntington. Loss estimated at 36000 with insurers paying less than 5000. Origin unknown and flames spread to surrounding outbuildings. The plant, moved from New Haven twenty five years ago, was led by Col Briant and later by W P Briant.
Mr. Carl Hastetter, a druggist on East Washington Street, will begin erecting an apartment house on the site adjoining his store at the corner of Bart and Washington streets. The building is expected to cost about $12,000.
Cincinnati residents express strong belief in Cooper’s New Discovery for stomach degeneration and catarrh after his promotional tour. Testimonials describe relief from stomach pain constipation and nasal throat symptoms, with supporters claiming dramatic cures and urging others to seek the medicine.
In Allen County thirty six years ago Margaret Parker aged sixty six died after a fall in her garden. The long widow of Nathaniel Parker she had eleven children and was noted as a devoted churchgoer and school teacher. The tragedy included a pistol shot during the incident and a nearby desk accident as bystanders reacted. The record notes her strong local ties and large family.
The general conference of the Methodist Episcopal church opened in Detroit saw a push for a twelve year term for bishops with no re election. A memorial proposes life tenure end and notes long occupation harms itinerant ministry and unity. A seven member commission would study cooperative options with otherAfrican Methodist bodies. Bishops would become an effective conference member after term.
The twenty sixth annual Episcopal church congress opened in Detroit with no Communion service at St John’s church. Bishop Charles E Wouderik of Kentucky gave the opening address as a four day program began with eight sessions. Notable topics include the Emmanuel movement debate with Trev Ericond Worcester of Emmanuel Church Boston presenting and Rev Co Swentach opposing.
Historical notes report the AME governing body meeting today and discuss bishop elections. Rev Dr John F Goucher declines bishopric while Bishop J Hartsel oversees Africa mission. Lutherans’ 19th century expansion across Missouri Ohio New York Wisconsin is noted in broader church history.
Michigan’s Republican convention instructs the state to cast an undivided vote for Secretary Taft at the national meeting. Delegates named include E. B. Blodgett of Detroit, Frank W. Gilchrist of Grand Rapids, A. I. Pens, and James Naughton of Calumet. Resolutions also endorse President Roosevelt.
A describable advertising claim for Mi-O-Na a stomach aid that promises to ease indigestion and strengthen the stomach walls aiding digestion. It presents the product as a remedy for weak or upset stomachs and claims direct action on the stomach and bowels to improve food processing.
Fragmentary copy shows Frisco considering funds for city improvements. Mentions need for a two thirds vote and a tax or levy. An unrelated note references a telephone line and classified ads in the Gazette offering low rates for want ads.
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