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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1908
Page
7
In Syracuse New York the crowd heard Kern denounce commercialism as a modern form of bondage. He urged Americans to shed self interest, unite as patriots, and resist special privileges. He warned the powerful commercial interests seek control, taxing the public with tribute while labor endures hardship.
In ALBURN Indiana on October 20 there was a notable court session as Fred Cressley minor son of Theodore faced Prosecutor Etharles Laitham. The witness refused to answer questions, was admonished and jailed for contempt after a second refusal. Marie and Frances Jur aish vs BF Hodgengarner dominated the day with a disputed deal and misrepresentation claims over property exchange for a farm in Noble county. The trial drew multiple witnesses and was expected to continue into the evening.
Fragmentary text shows Woes dismissed until Wednesday morning and recall of testimony. Attorneys for the plaintiff Moody and Hitman for the nt Baxter and Brows referenced in the incomplete line.
The Platt Deutscher Verein Kreis Stolzenau Wil invites many guests to East Main street hall for eighty anniversary festivities. Twenty four active singers led by Prof. Ulatid perform with a vocal and instrumental program and dance. Society members include President William Vollmer and secretary Louis Tipp dary Gustave Seubert. The group, a member of the State Saengerbund, plans to join the North American Saengerbund soon. Many city residents are members and attendances are noted as highly enjoyable.
In Louisville Ontario the Democratic candidate W. J. Bryan drew loud cheers and many floral gifts as he urged labor protection bank deposits and public ownership while denouncing tariff policies. He highlighted support for farmers and laborers, defended his platform, and faced questions on campaign finance amid a heavy travel schedule with Mrs Bryan taking center stage in moments of attention.
Twelve handsome trees along Holt Avenue were stripped of bark by vandals on Monday night, destroying mature shade along the thoroughfare. Neighbors condemn the act and warn that continued vandalism will bring harsher penalties if repeat incidents occur.
Rebels cliam fortified positions along the James and near Arvonia as state troops move to end the siege. Governor Swanson aids citizens by wire while a cordon surrounds Arvonia. Gregory and allies vow retaliation after a weekend shooting, threatening wider violence in the county.
Samuel Gompers spoke at Orchestra hall under the Chicago Federation of Labor and challenged Secretary Taft to prove any false statement he had made. He vowed to uphold his right to free speech and warned of possible jail if necessary.
The forecast calls for unsettled conditions with strong winds and rain chances midweek. Temperatures will be mild with cooler spells on Thursday and Friday as a cold front moves through the area. Winds shift from southerly to westerly, bringing variable skies through the period.
Three hundred attendees heard New York leaders speak at a Bryan and Kern Business Men's Association meeting. Mayor McClellan, Nathan Straus, and John Bigelow sent messages urging Democratic ticket support. Herbert and other speakers attacked the GOP and urged unity to advance Democratic policies and national welfare.
A disordered report notes a contested scene on the Jail Flats involving Toremy AlcCa of the Nativist League and a party of convivent felenda reacting to Minnie Palmer in a disputed incident.
A disturbance last night led to a rough house scene as several workers began fighting. Sergeant Pappert and Officers Johnson and Edjuce arrested the group in charge of public intoxication after the melee broke into the street.
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