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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1908
Page
11
The Indiana Senate approved a heated option bill after a long session filled with temperance rhetoric. Delegates and speakers from multiple counties attended, including clergy from Indianapolis, as lawmakers debated amendments and the vote was finally cast amid cheers and a closing adjournment that set the final tally.
In Indianapolis a heated Senate session debated Governor Hanly's proposed nationwide temperance option. Senators from both parties argued for and against immediate passage, with ministers and preachers in attendance. The debate focused on county unit rules, public welfare, and partisan aims as backers pressed for quick action.
The House faced a flood of pleas including prohibition petitions as a hurried session adjourned after treading petitions to subcommittee, with debate over school book cash payments and proposed mining law amendments. Leaders cited limited time and the need to finish business, while several members urged action on pending measures and memorials.
A Kansas issue outlines Governor Haskell's clashes with the attorney general over Prairie Oil and Gas company with Standard Oil links. The injunction blocking a pipe line was suspended, allowing work to continue as governors sought to curb alleged lawbreaking by large corporations. The testimony in the St. Louis suit mentions Prairie Oil and Gas, National Transit, and Standard Oil ownership.
A lengthy 1906 era letter attacks Governor Haskell, labeling him unfit for office and detailing alleged corrupt conduct, influence peddling, and partisan maneuvers. The author criticizes Haskell’s ties to Democratic interests, civic reforms, and federal policy, urging voters to oppose his stance in the campaign. The missive cites education policy, public funds, and governance as core concerns.
John Stuart a Wahash brakeman died after a collision between two cars of a freight train on a Saturday afternoon. He was a widower, thirty seven, member of the Brothers Union railroad trainmen lodge. Remains to be shipped to Dete and Calli undertaking parlors for funeral arrangements.
The Journal-Gazette is now in its new home in the Bass building on Clinton street. Sunday the old name was vacated. After setup, readers will be invited to visit one of the best arranged and best equipped newspaper offices in the country. Telephone numbers remain the same at 18 day or night.
Abe Raymon, charged in connection with the riot that killed Whistler Dunnigan in Springfield, Ind, was acquitted tonight by the circuit court. The case marks the first acquittal in the ongoing mob violence proceedings, with the defendant released amid jurors' deliberations over the August incident.
Bloomingdale school officials met yesterday to approve plans for completing the Bloomingdale school building. The board discussed issuing bonds to cover about $7,000 in costs and to fund the project’s construction and related preparations.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a brutal assault directed at Wirt and young children, with references to Melo and Farnan involved. The text mentions disturbed home conditions, broken furniture, and possible police or medical response, though details are unclear due to errors.
An old advertisement touts "Won't Slip" tires claiming superior grip on wet, asphalt, and smooth surfaces. It notes pricing around $7.50 with discounts and references to partners Mannon, Powler and Record Vicycles, and BROSIUS & BROSIUS. The copy mentions testing results and claims about surface suction and wear.
A heated discussion centers on the county option bill as Governor Dunly and party leaders whip supporters. Bevyage and Hemenway face pressure while Pinkerton detectives monitor a Republican push for nominations and political gain amid looming legislative deadlines.
Appointed cashier at Hotel Anthony announced as the new financial officer. The ceremony opened December with attendance from hotel staff and local officials.
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