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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1908
Page
2
The Washington era piece outlines frustration over canal plans, Taft's Philippines visit, and calls for large coalitions. It notes political maneuvering, fake editions, and contention in Delaware elections. Names like Gilham and Carmichael appear amid broader party struggles and public policy debates.
The article notes leading nations depend heavily on lumber and that world exports reach about $485 million. It lists the United States providing around 20 percent of imports, with Germany, Canada, Finland, Norway, and others contributing significant shares, while many forests are being cleared for agriculture and other industries.
In a West Maryland dispatch, labor committee members discuss advisory actions, appointments, and inspections related to the Blakely matter. The article notes reactions from government officials about agency appointments and the scope of control by the legislative body.
New York Sept 17 The article surveys modern steamship captains aboard Hamburg American Line vessels. It highlights the captain as a blend of strict naval discipline and diplomacy, cites Captain Kaempf as a leading example, and notes the career path from fourth officer to captain across the line’s fleet of 383 ships with about 1200 officers and crew.
Edward Quick, a state prison estate keeper, was shot by a burglar at 2 this morning while in bed with his wife, Mrs. Quick. The intruder demanded money, Quick moved, the burglar fired, and fled toward a nearby railroad. Police and deputies searched nearby towns. no suspect description available. Quick, 40, leaves a widow and a young daughter.
Special notice states A C Aureniz candy store will close from 17 to 61 oclock Friday afternoon to give the employee an opportunity to attend the fair.
Shipshewana couple tied the knot yesterday in a small ceremony, with little fanfare and a focus on family. The report notes modest plans for a home and future, with the bride and groom identified as Alex H. Staub of 1115 East Columbia Street and their families.
Fragmented reports describe prohibitionists in Indiana counties mobilizing for county option while Republicans face internal dissent. Observers note temperance factions rally, question Rep. Waterson's record, and dispute delegate alignments, with county contests shaping the stance on statewide liquor policies.
The report notes new recruitment plans for the U S Army Air Corps and West Coast routes to San Francisco, citing costly transport and wartime strain. It mentions a reform in processing recruits, with some sent through Washington and Alaska paths, and references individuals like Frank Howard and others in the eastern waters.
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