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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1909
Page
1
A list highlights many summer textile savings such as prints, calico lawn, muslin, and dimities priced at a yard, with values around 250. Swiss muslin and dotted Swiss are mentioned, along with other fabrics priced broadly, inviting closeout deals and quick purchase.
Rostock lines restocked with new season basics and last season remnants. Swiss ribbed vests priced at 10c, 12 440, 150, 25c and 500. Combination suits advertised at Sle, 7c and more.
Closeout on all hammocks with one-fault reduced prices and a wide selection of patterns and qualities to choose from.
A terse store notice announces clearance pricing across the pursuit room including Snumper suits waists and skirts from vendor at deeply discounted levels. Shoppers are urged to act quickly as raw prices drop and stock clears out.
The ad lists Daggett and Ramadell’s Cold Cream Soap at 25c per jar and Perfect Cold Cream tied to a 25c price. Also advertised are Bico Bath Powder at 25c and Bico Ta leun Powder at 25c per can, with a combined offer totaling 19 cents.
A widow, Mrs Johnson, recalls a 30 plus year old goose named Thay found in her yard in April 187? The bird lived with her, became tame, and followed family members around. Ferret work in Noble County prompted a tax collection of about 47000 dollars for county treasurer. one third allotted for the workers.
A historical address argues for citizen-led urban renewal in Port Wayne, urging every resident to contribute personal time and resources. It stresses independent action by workers, students, and families, calling for local improvements like lighting, sidewalks, and public spaces funded by communal effort and donations.
Orville Wright's cross country flight from Fort Myer to Alexandria and return stunned the army and navy. The 40 mile an hour demonstration proved the aeroplane's potential for warfare and highlighted ground hazards during the display. Wright said the craft could fly low, survey terrain, and offer strategic advantages, with Wilbur Wright noting the military interest and plans to relocate the project for further testing and possible adoption.
A dramatic air test unfolds as Orville Wright and his crew attempt a controlled flight amid strong winds and rain. The scene features The Army Signal Corps, observers, and ground crew at the field, with the crowd cheering as the aeroplane lifts and then settles, signaling cautious progress in early aviation trials.
A public ceremony at a newly built residence near Cudham Street celebrated the opening of a handsome home funded by The Madelyn Trust. Residents and officials attended as speakers highlighted the project’s model of modern construction, convenience, and community funds. The event featured formal addresses by PD Broen and other local leaders.
A chaotic crowd gathered as Count Zeppelin navigated a swift display from Priedrienstit to Frankfurt amid booming artillery and cheering spectators. The aerial show featured rapid acrobatic maneuvers, a 25 minute flight, and drew thousands though some segments were marred by crowd noise and discomfort.
A faulty auto caught fire in the incident at Wr Noble. Witnesses report a bystander helping, while Caldwell and Murray note the machine’s ignition and a message about a winged vehicle. The scene was cleared before responders arrived.
Baltimore July 11 After parting with a venture and more than half an hour in an attempt the aeronaut Red Owens descended abruptly with his raft nearly reaching his goal The air ship landed on top of a holding near Lexington and Shore avenues as thousands watched The machine was damaged engines failed at about 100 feet Owens crawled along the frame to the engine and tried to repair it but fell to the street succeeding in striking the Bet cook of a three story building
The county commission considers a $450 reward for the murder of Mare shal Colurabin Croy, with additional funds for court costs and transcription work. Proposals include $2,800 for a road project and $1,340 for court transcription expenses, plus a plan for a public meeting at Brocht's grove in August.
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