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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1900
Page
6
A street performance drew a crowd as a wandering vendor offered spoons handkerchiefs razors knives needles and an electric hairbrush claimed to be Edison invention for bargain prices. The event highlighted the power of direct advertising to reach a small town audience and boost sales.
Indianapolis climbs to twenty first among U S cities, moving up six spots since 1890 as census returns show growth while Brooklyn’s incorporation with Greater New York alters rankings. Local items note visits, illnesses, and family news including births and a memorial of a baby.
The state prohibition press bureau reports the W C U U is sending presidential prayer chain pledges urging abstinence and political prayer. The Indianapolis Sun notes officers deny union approval while defending the group’s past work and urging discipline for actions misrepresenting its mission.
Figures read at the Americoan Florists exposition in New York show huge sales and investments with cut roses and carnations leading counts. The notices mention civic events and a Democratic caucus at Hadlt's Opera House on September 6th, per committee orders.
Bro Weather of the Handsen Banner will skip an issue this week to take a vacation and attend a Go A G?en campment in Chicago. Jet Schaeffer and Late Hall bought a lot south of the pressed brick store and will erect a blacksmith shop, with plans to begin work immediately.
Steuben County Telephone Company expects completion of a new line to Coldwater this week. Workers are installing the wire and plan a second wire to form a metalline circuit.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing prepares the second stampr book issue. Previous stamps stuck to paper when heated in pockets. the new issue uses boiled linseed oil tissue sheets to prevent sticking unless wet.
A compilation of editorials from Indiana papers discusses census projections for Indiana and Indianapolis. Vincent Clifford, census supervisor, predicts varied growth with potential 25 percent rise, noting gains near Chicago and the gas region, while southern towns may stagnate or decline. The mix of commentary covers congressional ratios, party politics, and public sentiment as Indiana circles a shifting population outlook.
The Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway schedules a fifth annual excursion to Petoskey Traverse City Bay View and Mackinac Island. Fremont passengers depart 6 05 connecting Hillsdale 7 58 a m with direct service via Grand Rapids and the Grand Trunk. Round trip fare is 4 00 with Mackinac Island add 1 00. tickets valid twelve days from sale.
Several youths gathered in town Saturday night seeking trouble. A marshal restrained one member and spoke calmly, prompting the group to disperse and plan another time. Only one name is known. others remain unnamed to avoid slighting them.
Dr Humphreys has arranged to locate at Angola and will move next Monday. The notice outlines planned relocation and timeline for the move.
At the county convention held in Hidlxdale on Wednesday the following Republicans were nominated for local offices Judge of Probate PLEL state sheriff Andy Chestnut County Clerk Prank Masters County Treasurer BO Davis Register of Deeds Chas Fr Roy Prosecuting Attorney W HL Prankhiauser County Surveyor Joe A Mark
A quirky ad offers a sample Fountain Pen free to readers who mail two trial subscriptions of National Duraland Family Magazine from a Rural era promo. It promises paper delivery when money is received and touts William Jennings Bryan defending farmer interests against financial classes.
Charles Backwith of four to five miles east of Adpoisen Michigan died in Chicago on Tuesday after collapsing from heat while marching in the Grand Army parade. He was about 65 years old and worked as a thresher.
The local Knights of Pythias lodge reports several new members joining. The lodge is described as prosperous with a healthy balance in the treasury.
Fragmentary report notes Camden ordinances found defective and void causing residents to seek new measures. Mentions Ramey and Lauder appointed to draft updated rules, with civic officials pushing reforms in Readingites context.
The Fort Wayne News notes that the Journal Gazette’s accuracy and truthfulness are questioned as it references an address by former candidate Hobbson. The piece argues the Democratic party seeks a broader provision extending to prefixes and reputation.
Knightstown Indiana August 30 The Hon Charles D Morein president of First National Bank and ex congressional candidate sparks Republican ire by labeling the Roosevelt Rough Rider hat as emblem of crime. Camden Advance laments street disorder and urges firm action to stop Saturday night rowdyism.
John Grusenmeyer, a farmer from Logmasport, visited Chicago and had his watch stolen by a man who he briefly pursued in a hotel courtyard. The suspect surrendered a similar watch, and Grusenmeyer later found his original timepiece back at his hotel dresser.
Report says Clyde Enoerick missed a Sunday appointment as female friends took him out to the country, a note suggesting no definite plans and a likely return to a happy home later.
Prohibitionists employ a moving tent campaign through the sun district to reach towns. Local speakers boost the effort while the Garvin Concert Company of Winds performs temperance recitations to draw crowds.
The Frencut township schools begin Monday September 10 with a list of teachers including Linnie Friday Alma Myers Jennie Worden Adina Baan and others. The township trustee notes possible changes to teacher school assignments.
The M E Church was re opened after repairs. Members attended morning services as Pastor J HLshide delivered a sermon. An announcer noted the church was repaired nicely and foretold a new pews installation soon.
Art managements are making plans for a stay banquet and smoker at the Reading House on Wednesday evening September 6. One requirement is that every participant wear a shirt waist proper. negative shirts do not go. A great crowd is anticipated with about titty covers likely. Heading Mustler.
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