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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
4
Speculation 15 dominates the market chatter as buyers and sellers exchange wagers amid volatile trading. The piece notes widespread price movements, weakened stock activity, and cautious optimism about potential policy shifts at upcoming meetings.
Crop damage reports spread alarm over the Midwest and Chicago markets. Prices for wheat surged as futures and cash markets reacted to drought stress and uncertain supplies amid reports from primary receivers and trading desks.
Market notes from Fort Wayne show a dense listing of farm goods and wholesale prices. Names like Wylie Duyhel and S. Bagi & Co. appear among figures for corn, wheat, butter, oats, and livestock. The column records per-bushel costs, ton rates, and various commodity quotations with regional sellers and stock items.
Special to Jourmal4iuretta from Toledo May 2 fin cables and hull offering were… cash and May wheat steady as market eyes next week’s shipments. Liverpool open unchanged. May wax off at 1/16. July lower. September up. Defensive movement seen early. October and December unchanged. Prosecutor Smith seeks renomination in Auburn Indiana as Republican convention looms. opponent uncertain.
Waterloo Indiana May 21 local notes report visits from Toledo guests Miss Prevligs and relatives in Seattle family news from Mrs Darby and James Elliott. Auburn and Butler items mention a wedding reception and a police search at John Proctor’s premises with stolen goods evidence and a suspect bound over to court.
In Warsaw Indiana May 21 judge J Wi Adair sits in the bench as the commission suit filed years ago by J B Workman and others against the promoters at a country club to prevent arming of his wallet claims defense in the case heard by Adair at Columbia City and Wy.
Swenly men were driven to day by the extension of the western p h a tiliway within na jinlls of Warsaw. Tretk has been to fe pein of Main street, eight blocks west of the local interor bah station.
May 24 marks the free fall festival organized by the conn 4m arrangements with events from 6pm to 9pm. Noted participants include Sahura and a crowd from Tesih Mts and other counties. The festival promises prizes, a large crowd, and strong community turnout as organizers from International and magnetic organizations coordinate the event.
City scales recorded varied receipts including hay oats and corn yesterday. Prices for the day differed slightly from the previous report, with corn prices fluctuating by about a cent or two.
New York May 2 demand for brown and bipaded cotton goods remains weak in big markets. Prices firm as converters continue steady buys. Cotton goods show firmer tone with modest activity and improving men wear production as spring offerings roll out.
The market reports little change across contracts with July and September bids largely steady. Prices for beans such as Rio No. 7 and Ace No. 4 hover near yesterday levels as traders assess supply and demand in a quiet session.
Lake residents around Yellow Creek in Claypool Indiana are making upgrades to cottages. Teniedel and repainting work is underway along with extending docks and improving boat facilities. Residents from Anderson Kokomo Indianapolis Clay, Doni and Warsaw are among those taking part.
Auburn Indiana May 21 reports from May 20 state Kiplinger auto buggy proved winner in the annual hill climbing contest at Algan Gun. The Chicago motor club selected the course for its numerous semi mountains to test climbing ability.
In Auburn Indiana talk of a possible consolidation of the Home and Bell telephone companies continues since last fall. Local business leaders express doubt about whether Radburn will be listed for better service and the ultimate outcome remains uncertain as discussions move forward.
The Sunshine band of Fairview church Yellow Creek lake will host a social Saturday May 23 at the home of M B Shuley. Proceeds will aid the piano purchase for the church.
Warsaw council members threaten to sue the Big Four and Pennsylvania railroads for delaying freight service at fifteen crossings. They plan to authorize City Attorney Walter Bruhaler to file proceedings in Kisciueko County court at the next regular meeting.
May 21 Garrett Indiana notes report visitors and family news. David Roger and Charlotte visit relatives. Mrs Frank Wolford and Albert Renner of Chicago visit local family. Local illness includes fever cases and a wedding in Auburn. Charles Ginger improves after Sacred Heart hospital care. Ed and Mrs Gills report returning from Fort Smith Arkansas.
Chicago market notes mixed results with scarce cattle and rising hog prices. Cattle receipts thin at about 41,890 head for the week, hogs up about ten cents with heavy packing hogs at 5.50 to 5.60, and sheep around 3.00 to 5.60 for various classes as demand fluctuates.
EAST BUFFALO May 21 cattle receipts five cars hogs sixteens cars strong heavy and yearlings pigs and calves price ranges listed. UNION STOCK YARD May 1 livestock notes butchers hogs sires lambs and calves with quoted prices. CINCINNATI May 2 hogs fair to good lambs steady with market notes from the market report.
At a WC TY meeting in Ndallville Indiana on May 21 resolutions were unanimously adopted by the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. They condemn the dorcott spirit and pledge to urge local women to patronize law abiding businessmen to protect the interests of their friends and neighbors.
May 21 Garrett Tid reports a Macabee interurban gathering at the Macer fee hall drew Blagy Knights and ladies from nearby towns. Dr Winger welcomed visitors and Miss Mabel Bear led a song. Lady Wherry delivered a reading and the debate arc featured the question whether environment shapes destiny more than inheritance, with Mr Crambietts of Kendalivle among the speakers.
The text records an Auburn debate where the affirmative won and both sides scored well. Lady Diebert performed a piano solo and Lady McDonald delivered humor. Refreshments followed as attendees planned the next Auburn debate for June 1 on the resolution that cast should be indulged.
About sixty Maccabees gathered in Garrett to hear Kendallville and Auburn factions clash on whether environment or inheritance shapes destiny. W. Crand of Kendallville won the debate, earning ten sprints from opponents. A future Auburn debate is planned with a Kendallville and Auburn contingent.
Decatur May 3 The commencement service at Bosses opera house marked the close of four years of high school for fourteen seniors including Florence Konkle and Frances A Dugan. Rev C B Wilcox opened the program, with piano duet by Mrs Dary and Milas Jranene and a vocal duet by Miss Marie Rees Ned Steric. Prof GL Mintosh of the nearby university delivered the address on The Cardinal Virtues, praising temperance wisdom prudence and fortitude.
A male quartet led by Nesters performed as diplomas were presented by William Benanfer, city schools superintendent. Rev. C. J. Wilcox gave the benediction in Hessert’s absence. A reception followed in the Harary hall with decorations in black and gold and music from Lock's juvenile orchestra. Relatives and townspeople attended, with ices and cakes served.
John Peterson entertained the Young Matrons Club this afternoon marking the year end. An afternoon social included a playful fruit twig game at the luncheon and a 6 30 dinner planned for next week to which guests will be invited.
Notice states the F. P. Wilt Company now occupies the third floor of the Elektron Building. Take the elevator to access offices.
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