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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1908

Page

8

Hitchcock selects Dixon for Chicago Speakers Bureau

Senator Joseph A. Diven of Montana is named director at the Chicago Speakers Bureau. Frank H. Huehroel, Republican National Committee chair, announced Diven brings long service in the House and Senate and wide western party connections. Sherman expected to speak in Gilg City before the Hamilton Club on September 21 as Hemenway and Goodrich visit headquarters. Indiana forecast to deliver 400,000 for Taft and Sherman. entire ticket seen as likely to carry.

Chicago Aus Joseph A. Diven Montana Frank H. 4Uehroel Republican National Dinci Home of Representatives United States Senate Congress Republican Sherman Gilg City Hamiliton Club Hemenway James P. Goodrich Tadiana Larimer Taft

Bank examiner Frazer stricken at Warsaw

William Dager of Waredtt, a national examiner and member of the Rose Ginske county bar, suffered a severe lumbar attack in Warsaw Indiana. Dr. James McDonald assisted, Frazer was removed to a hospital, and officials planned a public funeral and services at Berry Street. Local residents were invited to attend the memorials.

Frazer Warsaw Wawaser Ind William Dager Waredtt National Inui Iie Koseginske Terimanys Giprenentiy Alyaseo McDonald Me Frazer Allopnes M Chapman Indittiatelta Mr. Frazer

Former Flint Man Ends Life After Prolonged Pain

A. B. Sweet formerly of Flint Michigan killed himself with a thirty eight caliber pistol at his daughter in law Jeanie Sweet's home near Huntingon rod after leaving a note saying he was tired of living and suffering. He had suffered a stroke two years earlier and endured paralysis while living with his daughter in law for several months. He worked in celery beds that morning before retiring to his room and was found dead shortly after noon with no earlier sound of a gunshot.

A. B. Sweet Flint Mich Jeanie Sweet Huntington Phnt Teuth Wi Lim Jain

Modern 5 room flat for lease at 136 West Wayne St

To lease a modern five room flat with bath and both water supplies. Located very centrally at 136 West Wayne Street.

Wayne St

Two Days Sunday School Convention in Whitley County

The Whitley County Sunday School association in Columbia City Indiana schedules a two day convention at Washington Center United Brethren church and the Baptist church. Rev E A Halpenny and Mr George N Burnie lead sessions on planning work training and teaching. Officers named include President William J Nickey and Secretary Treasurer Charles G Whitney with township presidents listed.

Wh Burestt Columbia City Ind Whitley County Sunday School Sestion Washington Center United Brethren Church E. A. Halpenny State Sunday School Association George Rev. Halpenir O.A. Trabue Tl. L. Shaffer Ter. Halpenny Mr. Burn Weland Berrold Whiter County Sunday School Association William 3. Nickey M. J. Landis Charles G. Whitney Ace Smith Township W. 3. Gandy Union Hey. M. ©. Pittinger Jefferson W. J. Beem Thorncreek Thomas M. Ore Washington W. A Snyder Etna and Trey Miles W. Brisiaw Cleveland Wil Hissem

Harvest jubilee at Meir church near Wawaka

Albion Ind Aug 1 The German Baptist church held a harvest jubilee at Meir church one mile east of Wawaka. Large turnout heard Rev Studebaker addresses in morning and afternoon, missionary work by Mrs Bhey, and greetings from India bound workers Rev and Mrs Eber. Over 20 dollars collected for missions. social and large dinner followed. Local attendees praised the gathering and friendship.

Rist Albion Ind German Baptist Church Meir Church Wawale Studebaker di Bhey Eber India United States Octower Ebex Laura Bures

Chicken dinner today at Home Lunch Room 25c

A fragment from Caluaria CSPY Indiana recounts a county convention Saturday afternoon with township trustee and assessor nominations amid garbled text. Mentions Shilis and Egolf as individuals tied to the event.

Government offers expert help to build public roads

United States Department of Agriculture announces a program to aid communities in road construction. A corps of highway engineering experts may be detailed to supervise demonstrations, prepare specifications, and arrange modern machinery for object lesson roads. Local authorities must apply. funding and legal limits apply. Logan Waller

United States Department OF Agriculture Public Roads Washington, D Secretary of Ag Mure Farich Nylil Tate Itn Pt Logan Waller

Candidate Nominated On First Ballot For Assessor

The nominee secured the first ballot win with Everett Archer as the sole opponent. The result marks a clear lead in the race for the assessor position, with Archer remaining the only challenger.

Everett Archer

Bryan Volunteers campaign song crafted for Bryan county

New Bryan song written by Br. FP M Wilson of Cleveland township set to Marching Through Georgia. It was given to County Chairman Brand and copies will be purchased. Wilson also has a phonograph with Bryan speech records and plans to entertain at various county venues during the campaign.

Kist Columbia Citt Ind Bryan Volunteers Georgia M. Wilson Cleveland Township Brand Cemtenl Wahison Bryan

Young man injured by fractious horse near Kendal lyville

Kendal lyville Indiana August 31 Carl Tarves son of Mr and Mrs John Starvey residing some miles southeast of town was kicked by a fractious horse Sunday while teaching it to enter. He suffered severe bruises but no bones were broken and remains in bed.

Kendallyville Ird Carl Tarves Tohn Starvey

Woman searches for grandchildren after mother sends babies away

Mrs Blecia Wilson, widow of Judge E R Wilson, arrived in Bluffton Aug 31 seeking her two grandchildren believed dead. She learned the children were taken to an orphan’s home by their mother and expressed willingness to care for them if informed. Mrs Wilson returned to Terre Haute with the babies. father Herbert Wilson is in California.

Wist Blefton Ibd Blecia Wilson E. R. Wilson Bluffton

Lima Lodge to Battle Elks in Fort Wayne Showdown

Fort Wayne lodge of Elks prepares to host the Lima Lodge baseball game likely on Friday. A large Lima crowd is anticipated with manager Harry Wiebke arranging seating and crowd plans to support the visitors.

Fort Wayne Ily Haas Wiebke Per

Kendallville Clerks Defeat Rome City 6to2 in Sunday Tilt

Kendallville clerks beat Rome City 6 to 2 with Gillan and Rosenberry handling the batteries. The game built to the ninth, Rome City briefly threatened on a three base hit with men on base, as Rome City had earlier routed Fort Wayne Mergens in a separate game.

Kendallviole Ind Kendallville Trome City Gillan Rosenberry Rome Fort Wayne

Farmer Hart Declared Insane and Committed for Hospital

Ing Hart of three miles south of Warsaw has been declared of unsound mind and will be committed to the Hospital for the Insane at Logansport. He is haunted by the belief that friends have deserted him and plan to take his money. He is about 86 years old and has threatened to end his life and harm his wife and neighbors.

Kist Warsaw Ing L. D.hart Logansport Mr. Hart

Police Court Hearing Delayed in Meat Packing Case

The case against a meat packing company for unsanitary conditions was continued to September 9. Janice Skelton owes the firm $100 plus costs for operating without a license. Christian Rix was fined ten dollars and costs and thirty days for drunkenness, reduced on appeal to ten dollars, then released. A stray horse incident and several petty offenses were also recorded with minor fines and city leave requirements.

Aga! Lejkaul Packing Company Janige Skelton Lcense Christian Rix Brother

Sunday School Boys Return From Outing

Bureau, Kendallville, Ind. Aug. 31 Ret. Seaman's Sunday school class of boys with their teacher returned Saturday afternoon from a week long outing at Big Unnginke They reported a jolly time and performed several unique stunts at camp One night they led Owen Woodruff to a tree and kept him prisoner Another night they upset a very interesting Inn for Mr Ledman forcing him to sleep in the tent there was good fishing and plenty to eat There were six in the party

Kendallville Ind Seaman Big Unnginke Owen Woodruff Ledman

Ken Kendallville Veterans Leave For Toledo Encampment

A sizable crowd gathered in Kendallville to join the veterans’ encampment in Toledo. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Moyers, Daniel Roush, AJ Rimeaul, TD Foster, Michael Hatram, Jacob Teint, and Mrs JD Black with Thelma, plus Robert Bolton of Avilla, Austin Taylor of Albion, John Jers, and William Woeilehe of Grenawhnaht.

Kendallville Ind Kenaniville Voleda Moyers Daniel ‘Roush Rimeaul Mra TD Foster Michael Hatram Jagob Teint 2Tr Mes JD. Black Thelma Robert Bolton Avilla Austin Taylor Albion John Jers William Woeilehe Grenpawnaht

Bird and Game Club Picnic Planned at Tofferson Township

The Bird and Game Club plans a Saturday picnic in Pon Zinks grave area with carriage arrivals from nearby towns. The Silver Star band from Ade ling township will provide music as a bright program is set for the event.

She Will Become September Bride Bluffton Ind

Bluffton Ind Aug 31 An nouncement was made today of the approaching marriage of Miss Lenna Eve ing to CG noClen lar young people of the city. The date of the wedding has not been definitely set but will seem the later part of September. Until a few days Misg dwing was employed as workkeeper at the McLain studio. Mr BieClenagahan g employes as emgineer at Brucy the Standard of station south of the city and has made his home in this city for some time. He is a resident at Winteld Kan.

Winteld Kan Blaypton Ind Evans King Plano Company Saleama Prung Tan Tel Peoria

Struck by Engine at Des Moines Ames

Des Moines area report from Bluffton Indiana dated August 31 notes an incident involving an engine strike near Des Moines with Ames referenced in the brief update.

Accidental Injury At Des Moines Rail Yard

Robert Rischel, son of Mr and Mrs J Rischel of Bluffton, was injured while walking on Rock Island tracks in Des Moines when an unseen switch engine struck him in the back. He is hospitalized for several days.

Robert Rischel Dire Rischel Mr. Rischel West Des Moines Rock Island

Roosevelt greets American Olympic team at Sagamore Hill

Oyster Bay August 1 The American Olympic team arrived by yacht to a booming welcome as they steamed into Oyster Bay. President Roosevelt stood on Sagamore Hill veranda and, one by one, shook each athlete’s hand while the boat crew cheered and the band played a tune.

Oyster Bay London Roosevelt Sagamore Hill Old Town Yieloriex

Higsen Nominated for Presidency in Independence League

August 21 in New York saw the formal notification of Thomas UL Higsen as Independence party presidential candidate. A large crowd gathered at the club for the ceremony and the house warming. William R. Hearst and Higsen greeted supporters while Graves was absent due to health, and Henry A. Powell announced Higsen as the party standard bearer.

York Independence League Thomas UL. Hig Sen Independence Party William R. Hearst Mr. Higsen Am Ontrust Ceers Higsen The Trust 7 Our Nest John Temple Graves Henry A. Powell Motification Committee Powell

Candidate Voices Endorse Platform Aiming At Campaign Finance Reform

Prolonged cheering followed the candidate's remarks as Heisen V emphasized support for party principles and Ute people. He urged genuine popular government by eliminating money corruption and backing a platform that bans campaign contributions while allowing only meeting, literature, and candidate travel expenses.

Hiszen File Party Hisgen

Elston Wins Payment Dispute With Cubs Over Notice

Curt Elston received money from the Chicago Cubs after claiming he was released without proper notice. He held a contract requiring ten days notice before termination, and the commission upheld his claim despite heavy opposition from Murphy.

Curt Elston HQMZ Chicago ‘Cubs Plerer Murphy

Police Call System In Use In City Test

Chairman Herman and members Hares and Rieman of the board of public safety and Chief Ankenbruck tested the new police system last evening. The installation was nearly completed yesterday and calls were sent citywide under testing conditions. All participants expressed strong approval of the plant’s performance.

Chiirman Herman Hares and Rieman Board of Public Safety Ankenbruck

Bloomingdale Town Lights Shine After City Power Restored

City lights illuminated Bloomingdale last night as the municipal lighting plant supplied South Carrolls from Lazarette Street to Hoagland Street. The restored system enabled the circuit to glow, marking a return to normal after a period of outage.

Heneny Cm Am Bloomingdale Greally Lazarette Street Hoagland Street

Ad impact and court orders blur in brief notice

A fragmentary notice notes readers will be disappointed by an ad and its later effect. It mentions Justice of the Peace LP and a traveler returning to Rama City quitting resort with wife and daughter. Attorney Asan handled the court in the absence.

Justice Af the Peace Rama Citquet Asan Tir Cour

Toledo Hosts Grand Army Parade In Honor of Encampment

Aug 11 report details downtown congestion and a Venetian Night on the river marking the forty second Grand Army encampment opening. Delegations from Michigan and Mexico arrive as veterans march with wives, creating a moving scene that drew widespread public attention. Officials estimate tens of thousands of veterans filled the city, though exact numbers remain uncertain.

Toledo Burton Grand Army of the Republic Mégimm Mexico Veerans Michige Veteras Amnaa

Piano Salesman Leaves Bluff to Blaypt on

Bluffy Bluff Bluff to Blaypt on Aug 31. Evans, formerly with King Plano, vanished after buying property with a down payment. He claimed to owe others in Bluff and Peoria, but no collection efforts were undertaken. His whereabouts are unknown.

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