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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1908
Page
8
A storefront advertisement touts ready made Alco suits promising instant fit and style. It claims collars and lapels sit snugly, shoulders grace the coat, and customers need not endure weeks at a tailor. It invites shoppers to visit today and pay any price they choose.
Parker refutes a misquote and backs township and ward local option as democratic, arguing it better matches voters will and permits direct local control over saloon regulation. He asserts three fourths of the county favor township ward local option and condemns county local option as less effective.
The ad copy promotes Parisian Sage hair product claiming benefits for dandruff and silky hair with testimonials from users including Dors C. Martin and others. The piece also includes political content attacking temperance legislation, criticizing a special legislative session and urging support for Thomas F. Marshall and gubernatorial ally Albert R. Parker without endorsing any specific platform beyond opposition to excessive spending.
A dubious health nostrum promises relief for dyspepsia and stomach woes. It touts “peculiar properties” of a compound made from ginger syrup and pepsin with a brandy-like tonic, claiming fame among celebrities and offering dosing instructions to stimulate appetite and ease discomfort after meals.
Summary of the fragment describes McCarty pursued a quick gain in a Portland case involving Mrs Vaughils aunt Min Wo Babe and others. It mentions a contract for real estate and rents over six months, a plan to resell with death, and alleged inhuman treatment. The narrative references Thelly Teed Mew and a Portieul investigation with support from S. B. Prew and a wife named OMe Mivekina.
Reported Tuesday gambling at the fairgrounds drew a strong police response. Sheriff and deputies increased patrols to twelve men as pool selling resumed after dark. Bookmakers allegedly used cappers to prompt bets, rushing indignation and threats of further enforcement.
A jumble of court filings and damages claims amid early 20th century legal notices. Cases include Magme Link versus Dwight Whitmer for trespass and $200 bond. William Haller against Sulzer for $1,009 damages and injunction. Breen & Morris representing parties in a car collision injuring Mary Aller seeking $8,500. Miss Miller's injury suit after a South Broadway incident with a horse and tram car. injuries cited as permanent disability with $8,400 sought. Other items note imprisonment, adoption petitions, and divorces, with various attorneys named and parties referenced.
A circuit court judge imposed two severe sentences this afternoon after two pled guilty to charges. One defendant received a three year minimum term with a substantial fine, while another pleaded guilty to maintaining a house of vice and related offenses. The proceedings referenced a wrestler and family impacts, with details of penalties and fines for the defendants.
Patrolman James Smith enforced speed rules on Lake avenue in Lakeside directing autos to travel under six miles per hour toward the fair grounds. Several speeding vehicles emerged and halted after signals. Smith warned he would shoot holes in tires of any driver who refused to stop. He issued plain language orders and demanded compliance with the speed limit to avoid further action.
A damage suit filed in Dekith circuit court names Ida Coe of Butler as the defendant. The action, dated Sept 7, concerns a long-standing dispute tied to a lecture incident. The case references a complaint against the widow of DL Gee and a resident of Baler, with prior actions dating back to the din.
A garbled court record describes a charged confrontation during a cemetery ritual and an ensuing dispute in Garrett County. The main plaintiff alleges insulting behavior and improper conduct by a nurse or steward connected to a sewing business. Attys Dunten Sherpless and Sleiman represent parties, with damages and attorney fees sought.
Ollie Tierr, a Bluffton farmer, was arrested on two grand jury indictments for summer fights. He faced an assault charge for striking Dayton Abbott, owner of a restaurant, with $1 in damages and costs. He also assaulted his cousin Ken Derr, with $5 in damages. Total costs estimated around $30. The paternity case against James was dismissed. A young mother wept in court while her baby smiled in her lap.
Bluffton readers report Dr Landfair imprisoned for performing a criminal operation with a sentence of three to eight years. A Muchigare prison letter asks for recommendations as his term nears expiration on September 26. Local officials maintain strong support for clemency while a train trip to Fort Wayne reflects ongoing regional activity.
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