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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1908
Page
1
Special to the Journal-Coy reports a tight game where the Champs led until the seventh before shifts altered momentum. Summary notes unclear passages but indicates a late surge by opponents and key plays that decided the outcome.
In a tense matchup Grand Rapids edged South Bend 1-0 with strong defense to secure the win. The compact game saw early momentum swing as both sides battled for dominance in a closely fought contest.
The schedule lists two games on Sunday May 21 featuring Fort Wayne Shamrocks against Toledo Crescents and Fort Wayne Shammrocks with both games at 3 oclock.
Notre Dame, Tennessee's Notre Dame area unveils a 155 foot flag tower on Curtler field. South Bend merchants donate the tower with a formal presentation planned Saturday at 4:80 p.m. The top will display the banner during athletic events. Sisters of St Mate’s academy are preparing the banner, described as very elegant.
Traction company players travel to New Haven for a 70 pay game against the bath team this afternoon. Local squad recently ordered new tail uniforms and stands ready for a close contest as fans anticipate a strong display by the visiting team.
Billy Nolan returns to the fight scene with a new run in a regional card. The bout highlights Nolan facing a rival under the arena lights, aiming to revive a storied career after a prior setback.
A study examines dental practices deemed unusual among Black communities in the South, detailing techniques, beliefs, and social context surrounding mouth care. The report notes regional variations, practitioner roles, and perceived effectiveness within the described communities.
Local reports describe cadet battalion ceremonies and a parade in the afternoon. The Concordians and All‑Stars are set for a 10 o’clock game with Weldhokl, Cane rordian slugger, striking out ten batters last Saturday. White Sox meet Ganthers at the city grounds, a rematch for blood. Blues travel to Decatur for a semi‑mnium clash as Volmer and Henling prepare for duties, while Argos hosts Glues in the evening program.
Central Loague Zanenvilly at Wel ling South Med at Grand Hants. Drort Waynn at Dayton. Terre Havte at Byanayie moiel used by the Wright Drothece In their experiments in theited States. The French government has offered to buy the exclusive European aging for three years provided the max thing carrying the weight of two men flies thirty miles returning to the point of departure.
David Jacobson confessed to being present at the killing of Robert C. Holmes, purchasing agent of Edmond Commonwealth, found dead May 21. He implicates three others in custody, naming Samuel McEwen, Chas Lewis, and George Miller as involved. McEwen allegedly attacked Holmes while Lewis struck him with a hammer.
Italian racer Manuel Cedrine, noted Traian automobile driver and former chauffeur to Queen Helena of Italy, was killed instantly when his car overturned on the race track in Baltimore. His brother, the car’s mechanic, was thrown against a fence. Cedrine likely died of a broken neck. His debut in the United States was in 1904, and on August 22, 1905 he set a world track record for fifty miles at Long Branch in fifty three minutes fourteen and two fifth seconds.
The Fort Wayne Elks lodge initiated twelve new members in an evening session ahead of the state convention. A social period followed with members attending in preparation for the upcoming gathering. A band will travel by rail Monday morning to the convention city.
A firefighter succumbed to injuries sustained during a blaze on February 21 near the arin pun area north of Phoneath. The incident involved a Folin Tea fire and another unnamed worker. Investigations proceed to determine cause and responsibilities.
Fragmentary report notes change in ownership or procurement involving Wright Machine. Mentions Aybar Wright and Booher, with scattered references to locations like Philadelphia and American aviation context. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR, but imply a transformation or acquisition tied to machinery manufacture.
May 6 in CMCAGG Illinois a priest Peter J. O Callaghan head of Pandgr order in Chiedey and attorney Francis B. Hineley received an anonymous letter wrapped in rope warning they face death by miners enemies and dynamite at St Marys citired Wabash avenue and Lubbard court linked to efforts to obtain a pardon for Herman Billek who is to hang for murder of six members of the Vrzal family.
Richmond and Kekiongas will contest at the Richmond Country Club with twelve men representing each side. BG Hoffman announces a 12:30 lunch in the clubhouse and indicates many will be on the field by 1:39. Professor J F Thompson directs town players in a stroke play and best ball format as the first in a series of tournaments with Pere Wayne club and other city teams. Indianapolis and Logansport clubs will visit this summer, drawing Fort Wayne interest as Scotch game membership grows.
Findlay Ohio May 25 The Buckeye Pipeline company suffered about 30000 dollars in losses from a tank of oil burned after a lightning strike during a severe storm that hit Hancock county. Buildings were blown down and fences leveled as damage spread across the area.
Notre Dame University in Notre Dame Indiana reports thirty four students received their first holy communion at Sacred Heart church this morning with Bishop Aleri Ing of Port Wayne presiding. Reverend John Cavanaugh, university president, sang the mass as deacon and deaconess duties were performed by Reverend Thomas Crumley and Reverend Matthew Schumacher. Sherrmus McMahnus and Dr. Joan Talbot Smith of New York City are contracted as professors at the university for about two months next year.
A ragged summary of games across cities notes St Louis losing in extras to Chicago on a linseying play, Philadelphia overpowering Boston 8 to 0 with hosts finding success against their rivals, Brooklyn shut out by New York, and Cincinnati beating Pittsburgh 6 to 1. The reports mention pitchers May mind Broke, Lungren, Raymond, Kilns, Pfeiffer, Ferguson, Young, Giraham, Matthe wson, and Needham, with various umpires listed.
Louis blanked Cleveland 1 to 0 on May 22 as Powell limited the locals to three hits. St. Louis pitcher Tillman, Ghech and Ne Clarke provided support. In Philadelphia New York split a day-night doubleheader, taking game one 6-2 and losing game two, while Washington and Boston split a doubleheader with disputed calls and a Winter ejection.
The Kendallville Shamrocks host a doubleheader at League Park with a large turnout expected. Players from Waterloo and Port Wayne areas join, including Moergy and Beard, while Toledo Creaventy arrives noon to boost attendance. Free gate for all boys under slateen. tonight features the Mud fella and long-time rivals, promising a scrappy, full contest day.
Column notes a chaotic mix of baseball items and player mentions. Mentions Wakefield suspended for tires a halting game at Columbus Forea and teams like the Browns Giants Cubs and Tigers with star pitchers such as Rube Marquard and Mathewson. Indianapolis furs rely on him to turn the trick for the Browns.
Fragmentary OCR lists names Bakeries atushas Glaze Winter Burchell Donohue with Umpire-Connelly and Morgan Danone street. Readable elements suggest a sports game reference but most specifics are garbled.
Louisville defeated Indianapolis 10 to 4, ending the spread after seven innings as the crowd witnessed the first time Rube Marquard was removed from the mound. Umpires Dierhalter and Ovens officiated. score details note late trains and scoring rallies.
In Van Wert the Indiana-Ohio League game ended with rain halting play after the sixth inning with Van Wert ahead 1 to 0. Umpire command delays disrupted the match as managers and players argued. batteries listed were Nicol Litterall and Woite. In Richmond May 28 Huntington met Richmond with Weav7’s notable hits shaping the contest and featuring players like Wentz Strands and Fogel in a close scoring day.
May 24 Olympic trials for western colleges held at University of Chicago. Rainy ground kept the field small with many events led by Chicago area athletes. Patterson of Chicago Athletic Association won high jump while Ramsey of Chicago AC took 100 meter dash. Debenhart and Schermer from Chicago AC competed in multiple events. few others placed high.
In Benton county Indiana a contest to probate the late Jane Hawkins will arises. Her estate includes 532 acres valued at about 24000 and other property. The will leaves the estate to grandchildren with income to the children, executor Lafayette Iron and Trust Company named. Hawkins, a daughter of the late Sumner, died at nearly seventy. The action alleges improper execution and undue influence.
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