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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
5
President Drgers of the McBride Electrical company met city officials in Lis afternoon for a conference with the board of works to seek a compromise on the extras bill the company submitted. A bit has been reduced from the proposal.
The report notes figures from 19,906 to 36,900 and states no decision is expected soon as discussions with the board continue. It mentions Yerkes and Hough among attendees and hints at a matter to be talked over this afternoon.
City leaders report on hospital matters and a recent expansion at the Path and Ben Hall. Local clubs plan meetings as Lakeside Improvement Association and the Knights of Columbus prepare new facilities. Officials announce bond proceeds distribution and a push to raise 200000 for an Anthony Wayne memorial.
A cluttered bulletin from White Fruit House lists reduced sugar, staples, fruits, vegetables, meats, and beverages with assorted prices. It notes Hamilton football team to play Butler at Butler, with anticipation of an improved outcome after a prior defeat.
Notice offers a $2.75 round trip rate to Indianapolis with departure at 5:40 p m on November 16. Valid for all trains November 17 and 18, with return up to and including November 21.
The store launches a making room sale to clear space for holiday displays with extensive price cuts on children and adults fleece undergarments and socks. Notable offers include infant vests at 10c, ladies and mens fleece underwear from 25c to 49c, and a broad selection of skirts, hose, blankets, and gloves priced from 10c to under $3. The message urges quick purchase before sizes run out.
Old fashioned sale listing details bear skin coats priced at 2.39 to 3.48 for children and teens, and a long line of discounted apparel and household goods including petticoats, shawls, gowns, waists, and linen items with prices as low as 10 to 98 cents and many items in between, plus miscellaneous hardware and sewing supplies.
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