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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1908
Page
11
A bustling grand opening greeted by throngs of customers as better values than ever before were promoted. The event highlighted strong turnover and local excitement for the housekeepers' services amid renewed interest from shoppers.
Washington reports reveal President Roosevelt’s sharp rebuke of Admiral Browning Brownson over hospital ship command and Navy conduct. Metcalf to publish official letters detailing differences on leadership, training, and discipline, urging restraint and avoiding sensationalism while defending naval integrity and unity.
Agreement clears main obstacle to pole work for city telegraph and telephone plant. Engineer Owen Ford to proceed with construction, plans to place poles and wires, measures for safety and street space outlined. City to enforce removal of obstruction and relocate facilities as needed.
A city contemplates hiring a company to furnish new pales and install a power line system. Payment terms include 75 cents per pole per month, annual $54 per year per pole, and the city reserves the right to modify or remove poles as needed. The plan allows for private wiring and street lighting along public rights of way with city funding limits.
A delivery wagon of the White Fralt house on Broadway collided with an incoming Huntington vehicle near Broadway and Wayne. One horse was badly injured and euthanized to end its suffering, while the other horse and crew escaped with minor injuries.
Students resume classes after Christmas break at Concordia and nearby schools as the term restarts on December 20. Most pupils returned quietly with many youngsters eager to study, sing, and resume routine activities including military drills as normal.
A local burglarious incident reported at a South Side grocery house on Broadway. The store at 272 Broadway was entered last night, with about $4 in pennin missing and some goods disturbed. Police noted nearby footprints and minor property tampering.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reports strong compliance by railway managers with new rate laws. It notes far reaching reforms, reduced discriminatory practices, and enhanced public obligation, while warning that true change requires time and continued enforcement. The commission cites historical orders, congestion concerns, and the need for legislative authority to broaden rate adjustments.
The commission logged 4,983 informal complaints, about 400 percent higher than last year. Repairs were informally awarded to elipperg in BOL caves, totaling $104,700. An act of Congress led to the commission awarding bronze medals of honor to persons who, as Brugo peril, waved or attempted to anyo Nvon, with the Ayleralato envriors noted.
Attorney E. Hierta, former county chairman, hints at accepting the county committee chair if persuaded. Harrin supporters push for his candidacy while party leaders hold back. Brellon remains in the chair as rivals like T. A. Roac seek the post amid Democratic shifts and local political maneuvering.
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