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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
11
A turbulent session centers on railway company regulation led by Sherman and allies. Foes push for civil penalties while proponents cite government intervention, rail interests, and party divisions as key factors in shaping reform.
The storm slams Masbate and Romblon causing widespread damage. Reports say every village building was affected except a postal structure. Many residents are feared dead as authorities assess impact and survivors seek aid amid disrupted communications and weather damage.
In South Whitley Indiana on September 24 Mrs Elizabeth Cox died at her granddaughter's home from cancer after long illness. Survived by three grandchildren Murray Long and Mrs Wallum D Cox of Cleveland township and Arley Ki of Washington township. Funeral services will be held at the home in HELEES Saturday.
The text reports Mr Charles Bush will address Nebraska voters at Gages Steam Shop tonight amid a labor dispute. It notes a Federation of Labor trial underway in Justice Husers court involving six non union teamsters and a damage claim against John Reece related to an alleged assault on President Redding, with attorney Henry Colerick representing the federation.
The report covers a local wedding at 30 by the Methodist Church between Miss Hazellar and Mr. Ragvon Mt. Anderson, plus a Republican First Voters Club update in Columbia City with officers elected and plans to visit railroad stations. The piece mentions dates in September and local civic figures in a period-tinged tone.
Reports describe a typhoon sweeping the central Philippines with storms across Leyte and Luzon. Officials fear significant casualties as families seek shelter and aid. Local agencies mobilize rescue teams amid rising floodwaters and damaged infrastructure.
Auburn Indiana dispatch reports Mr Charles Bush will address Nebraska voters at Gages broom shop tonight. Civil War veteran J M Parker died after six months of illness. He was sixty six years old, survived by widow and two daughters Della Schrader and Alice Neipes. Funeral at home Sunday at 2 p m.
Over 500 church members expected for four day State Convention of Baptists in Fort Wayne in October. Dr Claude Davies secretary of the brotherhood issues invitations to cities statewide. Plans include a banquet for 300 delegates at the Fort Wayne club and special car service from Indianapolis.
The Majestic arrived twelve hours late to Plymouth after a severe gale. The voyage was strained as heavy seas battered the bridge and forced a reduction to seven knots.
William Thatcher, 19, arrested by Onker Heller at Pennsylvania station and charged with criminal assault and petit larceny. He allegedly tried to assault a 4 year old girl near Locust Street, stole wheels from the Wolf & Dossier Store and Home Tile Company buildings, and claimed to have taken two more from Dy gert store. He confessed to stealing a wheel from the Dy gert store and abandoned two elsewhere. He fled to Columbia City but denies, saying he has been in the city. He is described as intellectually limited and unable to explain his actions.
In Columbia Cit the case of Zoi Will Brindley v Lewis Malerman continues in Whitley Circuit Court. The aged father of the plaintiff is said to be of unsound mind and a contract over real estate is at issue. Trial heard by jury with W O P McNagny and B E Gites representing sides and A A Adams for the court. Proceedings focus on guardian appointment and the validity of the deal amid questions of mental state and potential bargaining hard on the dollar. The jury will determine the outcome as testimony unfolds.
In Angola circuit court, not much business proceeded as jurors were scarce and a few cases were heard. Long M. Claris was divorced from her husband, and Clarence Durie won custody of their two children. he was ordered to pay support of $2 monthly. Newton Baswar appointed guardian of Tafait and Hunker, Fremont citizens, amid a guardianship dispute.
A Rome City woman sustained injuries in a runaway incident reported by Kist News. The mangled scene described includes a frightened horse and bystander panic as authorities investigated. The victim’s condition remained unclear as paramedics attended the distressed area.
The readable lines hint at a theater program or lyric connection. It mentions a theater, a person named Reynalets, and a public notice style. Limited legible content suggests a historical theater piece or ad fragment with unclear dates and names.
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