13 Nov 1902
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1902
Page
1
A damaged newspaper fragment mentions a local action involving a public sale. Readable names and places are limited, with scattered references to a person and a location in Hell WA and mentions of dates and costs, though essential details are unclear.
In Muncie Indiana the Women’s Home Missionary Society elected Mrs W H Daniel of Fort Wayne as conference president designate. The convention opened with services at 8:20 am and discussed committee appointments, youth work, and anniversary planning. Delegates from Goshen, Wabash, Richmond, and other cities reported gains in membership and funds, with Daniel praised for leadership and organizational growth.
An advertisement promises Dr Mary Locks Wandarful Home Remedy mailed free to every lady for piles female weakness and related conditions. It claims a free trial with a five dollar treatment offered on request, urging women to write with their address to receive a trial package and a personal letter from the doctor.
After the regular program concluded, officers were installed by C. Wood Wade. The convention will adjourn for the day following tomorrow’s morning session.
Water works pumping station No 2 suspended pumping to enable new connections. Expect reduced supply for a few days. citizens urged to conserve water and avoid waste. New pumps will restore supply and guard against flareups. Concrete on Maumee Avenue to be removed in a few days. street to open after contractor’s deadline next Saturday. no extensions. Federal Asphalt Company responsible for months of street work and will bear if delays recur.
Indiana Navy report says Win Mil, alias grave robber, was nabbed at 918 Roach Street North Indianapolis by detectives Asch and Manning after Cantrell identified him with a scar from a cemetery raid. Moffitt, about fifty, allegedly worked with ghouls for years and once janitor at a local medical college. He denied knowledge of Cantrell. Cantrell stood by tale of the gunshot wound. Moffitt released on bonds via a local trust company.
Reports indicate cholera spreading among detachments of Fifth Infantry stationed in Manila. Several soldiers have died or fallen ill with severe symptoms. Patented tonics and cough remedies are mentioned as common remedies, but officials warn of the disease’s spread and call for precautions.
Claims that Justice France cannot serve and the 1899 law limiting Wayne township justices is unconstitutional. Test cases argue whether France or his successors were legally elected and if the new cap on offices affects salaries and status of Sketon and Strass.
Hiram J Daniel 84 a native of Zukesville Ohio born 1881 died in Anderson Indiana November 12 his wife two sons and a daughter survive The Rev W H Daniel of Fort Wayne will preach the funeral sermon Friday afternoon at the local church Also notes advertising Satin Skin Cream and a large rummage sale at the Saengerbund Building with emphasis on quality garments NOT offered.
A report from St Paul dated November 12 describes a pursuit involving a party reaching a depot but the search for Superintendent Gean continues. Rain in the mountains may melt snow aiding the effort while officials note the Tak had not been creamed for months.
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