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Fort Wayne Daily Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1879

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Tilden Answers on Ciphers and Elections Bribery

The testimony covers Mr. Tilden denying knowledge of cipher telegrams and any direct involvement in arranging bribes to influence electoral votes. He says his aim was to stop corrupt schemes, cites Pelton’s actions as improper, and notes he learned of related offers only through later reports.

Edward Cooper South Carolina Col. Pelton Florida Marble Wrilden Smith Weed Weed Tilden Cooper Pelton Baltimore Tribune New York Gramercy Park George W.smith Spain North National Committee Talahasse Wooley Louisiana New Yor Mr. Hiscock Columbia Denmark

Laughter as Chairman Withdraws Premises Remark

In a tense meeting, the chairman prompts a conclusion from the premises and then withdraws the remark after an objection from Mr Reed. The room erupts in laughter as the exchange ends without further debate.

Reed

Fatal Stabbing in Indianapolis Feared Murder Charge

Patrick Breen, a railroader, fatally stabbed William Gouldet, superintendent of a Green street billiard room in Indianapolis. Gouldet died this morning. Breen is under arrest and says he acted in self defense. Cincinnati thefts strike three firms. Emory Bros. warehouse loses about 1000 dollars while Steimer & Co. and Corless truss store report window break ins and missing goods valued at 1500 dollars. In Columbus a governor hesitates on commuting Charles McGill’s murder sentence due to insanity plea. In Queensville arsenic poisoning linked to buckwheat cakes sickens Runyon family. others recover.

Indianapolis Patrick Breen Wm. Gouldet Green Street Gouldet Breen Cincinnati Emory Bros Vine and Water Streets Steimer & Co.’s South Street Corless Fourth Street Emory Brothers Wm. Runyon Granville Orient Queensville Ind Hall Runyon

Mint Director Delbeque Sentenced for Embezzlement

Bordeaux reports Delbeque, director of the mint, sentenced to six years in prison and fined 125 francs for embezzling 1,400,000 francs in bullion lodged by the Rothschilds. He substituted galvanized copper and brass for the stolen bullion.

Bordeaux Delbeque Rothschilds

Northwest political and military outlook praised in Calcutta

Advices from all points are highly satisfactory regarding the political and military situation in the northwest and the Punjaab. Harvest prospects are described as most nourishing.

Calcutta Northwest Punjaab

Senator Christiancy Resigns Seat in Senate

Detroit Feb 10 A Lansing telegram reports that Hon I P Christiancy has placed his resignation as Michigan senator in the hands of Governor Cresswell to take effect at noon today. The governor will notify the legislature that the office is vacant.

Detroit Lansing I. P. Christiancy Michigan Cresswell Christiancy

Bankrupt Memphis Receiver to Be Appointed Tomorrow

The discussion on general creditors' bills totaling 2,500,000 for city bonds was heard by Judge Baxter in federal court. He announced he will appoint a receiver tomorrow.

Memphis Baxter United States District Court

Sunday Trains Detained by Ohio and Mississippi Sunday Law

All trains on the Ohio and Mississippi Railroad were held at Flora station from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. yesterday as Sunday law enforcement disrupted service in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Ohio and Mississippi Railroad Flora Station

The Railroads Build At Muncie and Change Agents

The Muncie Company opened a new repair shop and freight office at Muncie with F. W. Palmer as agent. Business is brisk on the Pittsburgh road with more freight than cars. J. H. Hanley resigns as agent of the Saginaw and Muncie roads. successor unnamed. Supt. Gorham of the Pittsburgh road is recovering from illness due to the recent rush.

Muncie Pittsburgh J. H. Hanley Saginaw and Muncie Roads F. W. Palmer Cincinnati, Wabash Michigan Milford Supt. Gorham

The Jocquel Matter Opens Editor’s Reply to Claims

D. D. Dale of Indianapolis writes to correct the Sentinel’s Saturday report on the discharge of clerk Louis Jocquel. Dale defends his decision, asserts proper reasons were given in advance, and denies nepotism claims involving Gov. Gray and Gov. Clay’s circles. He explains pay arrangements and the timing of letters, while challenging the Monday News article as biased or unfounded.

the Sentinel Louis Jacquel Jacques Jocquel Jacquel Gov. Gray Mr. Jocuel Mr. Jocquel Senator Foster Gov. Clay Slereanel D. D. Dale Indianapolis Ind

Huntington Man Indicted for Perjury in Insurance Case

W H Meech a Huntington business man was indicted by the grand jury for perjury. A bench warrant was issued and Sheriff Kintz arrested Meech on Saturday. He furnished security and was released. The fire at 33 Smith Street involved a Phenix Company policy of 772.46 on property said to be owned by Meech but claimed by his father. The case will go to trial in the criminal court.

W.H. Meech Huntington Kintz Meech Therisoner Smith Street Phenix Company Brooklyn C. Lumbard Fort Wayne

Governor St John Encourages Temperance Work in 1879

Gov John P St John writes Mason Long from Topeka Kansas February 7 1879 praising his temperance lectures at Olathes and Bismarck Grove Camp Meeting and urging continued effort. He says a good report is expected from the legislature and bids God speed in the cause.

Mace Long St. John Kansas State of Kansas Topeka Kan Mason Long Fort Wayne Ind Sir Olathes Bismarck Grove John P. St. Jonny

Price's Cream Baking Powder Gains Unprecedented Demand

The demand surge is due to its superior strength and uniform quality with no unwholesome substance. After thorough testing, the product is highly recommended.

Dr. Price

Daisy arrested for hotel theft at Mayer House

Saturday evening the second cook at the Mayer House Daisy was arrested on a charge of stealing goods from the hotel. At her daughter’s McClellan street home officers found meats groceries linens tableware and other hotel items. Daisy confessed to years of theft and pleaded for mercy while promising restitution. she was released and the case may not go forward.

Mayer House Daisy McClellan Street

Correction Offer From Solo Researcher On Woodcock Notes

A lone writer asks permission to bear responsibility for errors in the Antwerp settler Dr. B. B. Woodcock notes. He states the notes were published without revision and admits the imperfect form may have misled readers.

The Sentinel B. B. Woodcock Antwerp

Court and police notes from a historical listing

Judgments for Christian Aix vs Christian Kirken bach 136 and Christian Hettler vs Thomas Meegan et al 294.63. Jury trials Michael Haugh vs Christian Eling on appeal. Elizabeth Dudley vs George Butter et al. jury undecided after two days. New suit Margaret Farrell vs Charles Farrell for 800. Police reports on disorderly conduct arrest of Tom White? and wife plus Henry Henderson with 20 dollars settled. Dixon and Gibson prostitution fined 10 each. Assault case fines of 1 and cost. Remarks on 1877 prison workshop funding overspend by 1 250. Advertisement for Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup at 25–26 cents.

Michael Haugh Christian Eling Elizabeth Dudley George Butter Tom Whitely Henry Henderson James Dixon Alice Gibson Barr Street

Market outlook shows consolidation by strong groups

In Chicago and Toledo from February 1879 traders note a shift toward a few powerful holders, with capital seeking investment and large hog shipments. prices steady despite efforts to push them down, as supply tightens into summer. Pork, lard, and meats show price gains while overall hog supply shrinks.

T. B. Remime & Co Chicago

Local Commodity Prices and Market Terms Across Several Goods

List of prices for flour wheat corn rye seeds hay mill feed and animal products. Includes white and red wheats, flax seed clover timothy bluegrass red oats wool pelts and meats with varied pricing per unit ton pound or hundredweight. Also notes prices for beans fino navy hogo beef and other farm staples.

Wanted occupants for a furnished front room in private family

An advertisement seeks a gentleman and wife to occupy a meatly furnished front room in a private residence near the court house. Reference required. Send responses to "BB" via Sentinel. February date not clear.

Sentinel

Lost gold locket found between Bloomingdale and Berry

A gold locket containing two portraits was found on Friday afternoon February 7 between Bloomingdale and Berry. The finder will be liberally rewarded by leaving name at the Muncie railroad office.

Bloomingdale and Berry Eee Mame Muncie

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mr. Tilden George W. Smith Tallahasse Oregon Conor Smith Third National Bank Hiscock Hewitt Democratic General Committee Hiacock Hunt McLin Gov. Tilden J. Hiscock Dispatch Crime and Casualty Columbus Bishop Charles McGill Cleveland McGill France India Senator Christiancy I.tate Senate Gov. St. John Christian Aix Christian Kirkenbach Christian Hettler Thos. Meegan Margaret Farrell Charles C. Farrell Ryan W. Springer Lewis Chapman Northern Prison Northern State House Senate Weely Review Toledo Jones Co. O. D A.S. Laufertyw Price DD Bus Main Street Sidney Smith Janzs Sciin Calhoun Street Clay Todd East Columbia Street Up Stairs el. Wayne Indiana Todd Minerad S. Clay Todd South America Fast Indies Durip Tam John A. Miller Henry Street Columbia St United States Mordhurst Calhoun and Berry Streets East Main East Main Street
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