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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
2
A fragmentary Fort Wayne newspaper page discusses political candidates and parties. It critiques Governor Beveridge era positions while praising the Ashler family in local offices and touts the Democratic ticket in Allen County.
Fragmented excerpts show fear among campaign speakers about free elections and the republic. The text references President, taxation, protection, and class conflict, with mentions of Republicans, Democrats, and warnings of calamities should political divisions persist. It reflects era rhetoric and partisan anxiety.
The Merchants Association of New York backed a bill to guarantee bank deposits as Congress debated currency reform. Directors approved the Fowler plan highlighting elastic currency, banking districts, and deposit protection to prevent runs, while contrasting with opposition views and urging support for reliable bank confidence amid financial strain.
Caddie at Mich Dec 14 1908 reports a republican meeting at Princess rink in Port Warne where Hon Seth Low spoke. Attendee Mossman and others criticized Bryan methods from 1890 and linked Mossman Yarnelle Co to foreign orders. Whose influence and party tactics drew intense criticism amid debates on presidential prospects.
In Indianapolis on October 15 the Republican Party faced an audience of publicans and supporters. Speaker Parker urged breaking campaign contributions ties between politics and corporations, arguing reform requires public disclosure and opposition to corporate funding. He claimed reform will fail without ending corporate influence.
A truncated political note describes a Democratic club facing internal friction before a Saturday gathering. Mentions figures such as Lubison, Bolles, Slack, and others, with references to state politics and potential electoral action. The piece hints at planned speeches and leadership questions amid tense party dynamics.
Four harness races set for Saturday matinee at the driving park feature a main match race between Black Twister and Black Loom. The card includes multiple mile heats and three two- or three-in-a-row formats with drivers and horses listed, promising a strong crowd and fast action.
A matinee at the Driving Park Saturday afternoon features John Helmkamp driving a mule. Admiral coffee is offered for five times the admission price of 25 cents to access all venues.
Report of a riot at Indiana University with students and a lecturer clashing outside a theater or playhouse. Doors were damaged, stones thrown, and authorities contained the disturbance as the event drew a crowd on a Saturday night in Bloomington. Authorities announced arrests and planned charges for those involved.
Indiana dispatches report the D A R conference chosen leaders in Huntington with Mrs Felter as secretary and Mrs Dinwiddie named state regent. The article notes election of officers including Miss Fowler and others, and mentions preparations for the next conference and local attendance. Also included is a brief item on patent infringement cases in Indianapolis and socialists cases dismissed in Fort Wayne federal court.
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