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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1908
Page
10
A dialogue-like snippet shows Mrs Ross chiding a clever woman about her washing routine. The exchange mentions tasks like washing by nine-thirty and avoids hard labor when possible, reflecting domestic humor and social expectations of daily chores.
Governor elect J. Giddinies of Olbront is slated to speak at a public event in Columbia City on October 1. The event aims to rally democratic support amid current campaigns. Local coverage notes the governor elect is described as a gifted orator in early reports.
New York September 25 General T Caleman DuPont head of the bureau of campaign speakers for the Republican committee resigned from that bureau and as a member of the executive committee and was accepted after a personal conference with Chairman Hitchcock. DuPont felt the government suit against a powder company linked to him could harm the campaign many rumors had circulated.
Bonita and her Eagle Tent Company return to the Majestic for a second time in Wine Woman and Song a musical travesty featuring impersonations of famous stars led by Bonita as hostess with Ethel Hall Al Hoy and James Mullen among the cast. The show promises novelties Lewis praised by critics in New York and Chicago withMax Armstrong’s Pony Ballet and a large company lineup. Demand for seats is strong and advance sales open Saturday. The Charity Ball revival and other offerings are noted for fort Wayne audiences.
The Three Twins musical at the Majestic features Victor Morley as Tom Stanhope with Ruby Tray Vella Niven Mira Fallon and Florenz Kolb in a large chorus. Music by Silpi schna and lyrics by O A Hauer bash. The design aims for bold color with sheath gown numbers. Tickets are on sale. The Wagenheim and Kemper company also present Paid in Full at the Majestic on Tuesday.
Julian Eitinge showcases three feminine impersonations with elaborate costumes. A Paris sheath gown, a striking bath concept that impressed Atlantic City bathers, and an Oriental Salome attire highlight the Majestic act. Dress values run into hundreds of dollars as Cohan Harris minstrels perform Monday night.
The Temple this afternoon and evening features Geo Hillman and His Redpath's Nap anees with an excellent vaudeville bill that has drawn capacity houses. Stovder tiger performs next week, headlined by Frank Milton and the DeLong Sisters, stars of Pitt, Paff, Pault, with the remainder of the bill promised to meet Temple standards.
In a continued page one discussion, Mr. Hastings cites evidence casting doubt on authenticity of a Cleveland attributed letter. He claims the document was not written or signed by Grover Cleveland and aligns with Mrs. Cleveland's stance that the publication is not genuine. The Times sought further proof, but Hastings declined to elaborate.
Indiana report details the death of Martin W Manstreil, an assistant chief engineer for Pennsylvania Lines with headquarters in Pittsburgh, following a cegebral Tempeiting. Other items note a high school fire and local incidents in Marion and surrounding areas.
An Alten county resident died Friday at 2 PM due to senility, aged 82, at her son John Denner’s home seven miles west of the city on Huntington road. Surviving are Matthias Denner of Whitley County, John Denner of Aboite township, and Ben Denner of Fort Wayne, with a late husband. The text then records the passing of Mrs. Johanna Jahison at 11 PM Thursday at 1835 Swinney Avenue, aged 94, widow of John Jahison, born in Germany, who lived in Adams County’s Root township before moving to Fort Wayne to join her daughter. She left five children and a large grandchild lineage. Funeral services are described, with a church service at Slains Lutheran in Adams County and a later service at St John’s Church in Adams County. Additional notices include Reva Clem’s diphtheria death at age eight, services held privately, and an interment at Five Points cemetery. The obituary section also notes William Osterhaus of Merritt Towns dying on Thursday at 78, with surviving wife and children, and mentions his German birth and work as a caryenter. Details emphasize multiple local families, ages, and burial arrangements.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 1 30 at the residence on Sun Line for Sister Hving of Dayton 0 with four grandchildren. The Rev Mr Bllevernicht of the German Lutheran church at Soest will officiate.
Sheriff Grice returned from Decatur with George Dewald and the Pope Toledo car stolen from Mic later that evening at Temple theater. The car was abandoned three miles north of Decatur, found by a farmer who alerted officials. Gasoline ran low and one man bought a mare. a spark plug and derby hat were found, suggesting the pair may have boarded a freight train out of Decatur.
A devastating blaze in Vond Lac Wisconsin on September 26 destroyed St Joseph's church and ten dwellings. Low water hampered efforts, threatening the east side of the city. By early morning the fire was under control with an estimated loss around 250 dollars. The Congregational Presbyterian and St Peters Lutheran churches were also destroyed.
Dr TE O Wells travels from Chicago after attending the American Association of Orificial Surgeons gathering. A spark fire near 121 Jones Street burned firewood at Henry Hecker’s rear property.
Alfred LeGras of Spy Run Avenue was assaulted by two highwaymen early yesterday morning as he neared his home. He fought back and escaped with money and watch, but the incident was not reported to police.
Democratic candidate T. Tj Merriman spoke at a pole raising in Blupfton noting that state office expenditure records were hidden after Republicans took power. He criticized National Chairman Nitehcoek and called the Republican advisory committee "Rogue's Row," accusing members of ties to trusts.
The West Jefferson Street Church of Christ led by Rev. Ray O. Miller plans a Sunday school picnic at Swinney Park this afternoon with over three hundred expected. A baseball game will precede a 5 oclock basket lunch. Lunch committee includes Mrs. Charles Ersole Miss Matlie Stewart Miss Woenkler and 3 others. sport committee lists Mr. George Meyers Arthur Swaime J M Young James Beaton and Wattur Craig.
In Columbia City Indiana on September 28, after a four day circuit court trial Lewis Walterman a thrifty elder farmer from Washington township was found to be of unsound mind by the jury Halterman s two daughters Margaret Brindle and Zola Wilkins sought to prove he could not manage his affairs and conserve his sizable estate Their suit aimed to block a deal with O Gandy Co for the Halterman homestead of 124 acres The verdict will require appointing a guardian to oversee his future transactions and void the O Gandy Co deal.
Jacob Moser of Berne has patented an automatic straw stacker for threshing machines he developed after trials in Millersburg Ohio. He has received many offers but will keep the invention under his own control and plans to manufacture more widely soon.
The Seventy-fourth Indiana regiment held its annual reunion in Goshen with Captain John N Bunyan of Warsaw giving the welcome address and Attorney Sampson J North of Milford delivering remarks. Captain Orville T Chamberlin of Elkhart gave a notable Adie. An ice cream and chicken supper is planned by the Apworth League of Arcola in Belunnan tail tonight.
West News Bureau reports South Whitley Greens defeated Arcola 5 to 3 in a strenuous Thursday game. A return match is set for next Tuesday at Arcola, with the Greens also planning to face Columbia City Gravy next Sunday hoping to win. For sale a nine room modern house at 1151 Harmer street, call 302 303 Elektron building. Peabody woods burning in Troy township damages reach several hundred dollars. farm now owned by S. J. Peabody for timber.
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