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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1908
Page
3
The address discusses conservation of iron ore and coal, urging wiser use and substitution of water transport for rail to cut steel and coal demand. It notes rising ore output, looming depletion, wasteful mining and consumption, and calls for reforms, efficiency, and new materials to sustain industrial growth.
The speech from the White House outlines a national conference on conservation, stressing finite minerals, forests, soils, and water. It warns of rapid exhaustion, urges coordinated planning, praises Pinchot, notes Maine court rulings supporting public resource protection, and calls for future national efficiency and stewardship for children.
Mr Mitchell argues for conserving political resources by focusing on coal. He warns coal is not renewable and warns that a large portion is wasted in mining and burning. He cites mine deaths and injuries, stressing safety and efficiency to extend fuel supply for generations.
A speaker condemns the United States for sacrificing human welfare to mining profits. He laments the toll on workers and urges a pause to consider the lives of men, women, and children whose toil sustains the nation. He calls for reflection on national greed versus progress.
Francis Sowers ran away and Mike Nolan was arrested as they were caught by police before leaving town. Nolan received no leaving time, while Sowers’ case went to juvenile court. Robert Mitchell dodging Salvation Army aid led to a $1 fine for drunkenness. Count Frederick von Diller and Bill Bicks faced drunkenness penalties with departure orders and $106 fine respectively. Charles Harkenrider acquitted of petty larceny from a horse deal. Four Roumanians in a recent riot case had their hearings continued for 30 days. Prisoners bonded at $100 each to keep peace. Two trespassers, two climbers, and three robbers were ordered to leave the city within an hour.
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