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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1908
Page
16
The catalog describes coats for toddlers and older children in fuzzy bentcloth broadcloth tweed Astrakhan and mixtures in colors white red brown and navy. Garments range from $2.50 to $18 with fur sets from $1 to $80 including Angora Ermine beaver and mink options.
A display highlights Amphora Faience pottery with graceful shapes and rich metallic finishes. The quaint scenes depict Austrian and German peasant life, plus basket vases and flower holders. Prices range from 2.50 for small vases to 10 for larger pieces.
City authorities discussed elevating Calhoun Street to remove grade crossings and possibly two or three other crossings as part of a broader rail line realignment. A Friday meeting in Decatur with counsel and city officials weighed feasible plans and possible routes before a Monday session.
A meeting of interested residents led to the organization of the Bluffton Berne Celina Traction Company to establish a traction line through Bluffton Berne and Celina. Attorney Rich ham of Bluffton will serve as attorney for the company and Bluffton headquarters were decided while Berne contributed many organizers. The list of expected directors includes Joseph Gerber Peter Neuhwanter TR A Bulsutt Rudolph Schaxg De C Simpkins C E Stautrer and others from Bluffton and Berne.
In Lagrange Indiana on November 28 a three day gathering of the Sub-District Young People's Alliance of Evanselt Cn AL begins Monday evening with Rev. Wiley delivering the opening sermon.
So many yards of satin ribbons are needed before Christmas that buying while stocks are complete is advised. Green and red baby ribbon sells for 18 cents a bolt, with merry Xmas ribbons by the yard or bolt, holly ribbons in all widths, warp printed ribbons for fancy work, and ample satin taffeta and Joussine ribbons for hair ribbons bows and millinery in desired shades.
Albion Ind Nov 38 Messrs and Mesdames Frank Reete and J I Cory of Elkhart hosted a reunion at the home of the former. Guests included Cory family members and relatives from nearby towns. A bountiful dinner followed by framed family photos and a nearby visit closed the cheerful occasion.
Henry Uurerwood a young man with prior trouble allegedly abandoned his wife at the altar. The states attorney accuses him of fraudulent marriage and failing to provide support or a suitable home for his wife. Proceedings aim to challenge the marriage and pursue charges.
W. S. Harvey, who vanished from home two weeks ago, was found wandering near the AB & F station in Marion. He carried 50 cents and appeared in a defiant condition, with police reporting he had no money when brought to headquarters.
A Sidney young man was married to a Packerton girl. Police arrested him after a confusing incident in which he claimed amnesia and robbery. he was reportedly missing his home and rest, with a description tying him to the event. The scene occurred around a wedding where clothing and personal items were noted.
A ceremony took place in the Justice's office in the city with attendees from Packerton and the southeast part of Keseiueka. The exact purpose and participants are not fully clear from the fragment.
Anson H Bowman and J E R Rapp, prominent Etna Green youths, were married Saturday afternoon at the office of Squire Henry W. Graham in Warsaw. Rev. Merti officiated in the presence of relatives and friends.
Officials announce Kosciusko county teachers will enjoy a week off during the holidays. The school calendar shows a holiday break starting Tuesday through the following Monday, with teachers granted the period to rest and plan.
The sheriff traveled to Marion this morning to return the suspect and bring him for questioning. Evidence indicates a daytime arrest and transfer to the county seat for further inquiry.
The DeKalb County Teachers Association wrapped up its 20th annual meeting with a two day session. Delegates elected H. A. Brown as president with Miss Etta Witmer as vice president and James A. Bussetman as treasurer. Other officers and key figures from Indiana Purdue Tri-State universities attended and were named in the closing.
Kendallville letters from September 9th and mail pouch contents recovered by depot staff. A man found a hidden sack in the depot area containing rotted letters and packages. Postmaster and authorities traced the items to the stolen mail as part of the ongoing case.
Burst News Bureau reports Sunday sermon topics at churches in Angola. Sola Indie Burst Methodist: spiritual topics on home milestones and daily devotion. First Christian Vernon Street: morning service follows theme Rejoicing in God’s Talents. United Brethren Church Pastor Hew will speak on Preparation of the Church for Easter.
Kendallville Indiana November 23 The coming marriage of Miss Charlotte Smith was announced to intimate friends at a party attended by a dozen ladies. The evening featured games and a table with a paper tribune for the bride and consent was recorded. Miss Vella Port Wayne attended as a dowry guest.
A garbled report describes Argola people undertaking a global journey with mentions of individuals and places. The text references Lang, Christies, a Steuer commission, and various names in a jumbled context, implying a travel or cultural feature with uncertain details.
Unclear OCR reads names and roles tied to Kendallville Fire Department with fragmented terms. No clear event or outcome emerges. text appears garbled.
Six workers were suffocated at sixty feet underground in Oakwood near Detroit while cleaning a salt mine shaft. Four bodies were recovered as crews battled a gas-filled shaft after a failure in the ventilation system. The accident halted operations at the Derratt Salt Company as investigators begin to document the cause and timeline.
Fragmentary report describes a man in a barber shop collapse near a courthouse basement. The note mentions an apparent event involving a wife and local figures but lacks clear names, dates, or places due to damaged text.
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