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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Evening Post

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1896

Page

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Red Monster War Rages in Cuba War Devastates Villages

Reports from Havana describe insurgents burning Coroja plantation and numerous villages in Matanzas and Havana provinces. Combat losses cited include a lieutenant and 10 of his men killed, three disarmed and killed, and six insurgents dead in a clash near Arroyo Apola. Many Havanan stores close amid the crisis.

Guerrilleros San Antonio de Las Vegas Castillo Jose Mario Amado Santa Ana Matanzas Salamillo le Lechuga Guaraped Havana Ja Alianza Arroyo’ Apola

Dr. Banning's Treatment Advocated by Medical Professors

Stephen R. Smith M D professor of anatomy at Bellevue Hospital writes to the Philadelphia Medical and Surgical Reporter praising Dr Banning's method. In six weeks the patient packed her trunk and returned well. Dr Banning demonstrates at the Aveline Hotel Fort Wayne from 9 am to 9 pm focusing on rupture spinal diseases and deformity.

Stephen R. Smith Bellevue Hospital College N. Y Philadelphia Medical and Surgical Reporter

Court Aims Single Final Decision on Indiana Apportionment Case

Indiana politics report that the Indiana Supreme Court moved to settle all questions in one final ruling on the apportionment litigation. The court dismissed Lew Wallace's petition and refused to dismiss the Democratic challenge, scheduling a Wednesday oral argument to address all issues at once. Fresh fish and lobsters advertised at Jackson's, 140 Calhoun.

Indiaana Poolis Supreme Court Lew Wallace Jackson's Calhoun

Leap Year Romance Ends as Defendant Leaves Town

Rosa Bixler alleged George Young threatened to shoot her if she refused to marry him. Young claimed she urged him to marry her. The case was dismissed on condition Young leave town within thirty minutes. He had been jailed for 15 days on vagrancy charges and tied to a burglary allegation, but no further action followed. An advert for cheap millinery closes the item.

Justice Bullerman Rosa Bixler George Young Young John Bass

Two convicts killed during Michigan prison escape attempt

Thomas Brown and Pat Dolan tried to climb a wall at the Michigan state prison in Jackson. A guard ordered them back. five shots were fired. Brown was killed when a second shot hit his heart as he neared over the wall. Dolan retreated to the yard unharmed. Separate public notices cite bids for cathedral remodeling in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Jackson Mich Michigan State Thomas Brown Oakland County Pat Dolan Gratiott County Dolan Brown

Benefit entertainment by Didier for Zouaves tonight

The Didier specialty company will present an entertainment at R tonight for the Zouaves. The program lists Brien Mses Ezgerman Roc Beaston and Miss Bradley as participants in the event.

Didier Zouaves Brien M.sses-Ezgerman Roc Beaston Bradley Poeeenian

A Musical Treat Testimonial Concert in Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne readers are invited to a testimonial benefit concert next Tuesday night arranged by The Morning Musical for artists Miss Anna Molboe Miss Margaret Moeller and Mr. B. W. Jennison. The program promises exceptional talent and cultured execution with the temple expected to fill. Leather belts with purses silver mounted priced from 1.25 to 12.00 are advertised by Dallas F Green.

Fort Wayne Anna Molboe Margaret Moeller 8. W. Jennison Dallas F. Green

Railroad News Highlights From Pittsburg and Shops

Ed White loses fingertips while grinding brass at the Pittsburg plating mill. Nickel Plate conductors Elliot and D. C. Potts return to duty after rest and a new baby respectively. Fireman E Berlin to run engine 6 on through freight. Several Pittsburg shop workers laid off due to light work while others proceed with repairs and new construction. Funeral for John G. Aran to be held with Order of Railway Conductors in charge. Pennsylvanian railway officials attend 50th anniversary events in Philadelphia.

John Starke Electric Works E. Berlin P. F. Cunningham Wabash Defiance J. E. Graham Chicago Pennsylvania Company Pittsburg John John G. Aran St. Mary’s Avenue Ed White Pennsylvania Railway Company Lafayette and Holman Streets G. L. Potter Philadelphia C. D. Law Pennsylvania Railway Force i Poawatany

Death From Accidental Gun Detonation During Duck Hunt

Harry Latham of Fort Wayne died when his shotgun discharged as he stepped from a boat at English lake seven miles from Willville. The full duck load tore his right leg, he lost blood and never regained consciousness. He died about two hours later. Latham, once a Nickel Plate fireman, had recently opened a saloon on East Columbia street and married Josephine Young. The bride mourns as friends offer sympathy.

Harry Latham Fort Wayne English Lake Willville Herman Tapp Frank McDormer Montpelier Sherman Hyatt Latham Atkins East Columbia Mr. Latham Josephine J.B. Young

Schmidt Fined After Saloon Case at 130 Chicago Street

The case against Charles Schmidt who runs a saloon at 130 Chicago street for selling liquor on Sunday went to trial before Justice Bullerman. Officer Hines testified to three men with bottles, and Mr. Kress said he drank two glasses there, yet Schmidt claimed no sale occurred. The judge fined Schmidt $1 plus costs.

Charles Schmidt Chicago Street Bullerman Hines Schmidt Kress Fred Fox Weil Bros Walton Avenue Fox Liggett Joseph Mason Henry Faust

Holmes Penitent Murderer Near Execution Baptism

Rev P Fr Dailey of the Annunciation will baptize murderer Holmes in his cell during the week of his scheduled execution. Dailey has counseled Holmes for a month and declares true repentance. Also an unrelated ad notes cash summer suits at A F Schoch and waist sets at Dallas F Green Arcade Jeweler.

Father Dailey PH Vna Delpar Dallas F. Green Arcade

Chicago Produce Market Prices Reported for April to July

Curiaco market shows mixed April closes and May openings with distinct values across commodities including Corn Oars Pars Larp and state rates. Commission Merchants of White Bank Block furnish the data for this market report.

Curiaco State Commission Merchants White Bank Block

Our Circulation Milestone and Editorial Stand

The Fort Wayne Fort Wayne Evening Post reports a rise in April subscribers to 183 since April 1, praising independence from corporate favors and urging scrutiny of corporate taxes. It notes support for the pole ordinance and warns of ongoing corporate opposition, while promoting an upcoming Masquerade Ball at Princess Rink on April 20 withTicket details.

The Post Fort, Wayne Allen County Princess Rink

Explosion at Chicago Fireworks Plant Kills Two

A blast at the Chicago Fireworks Company plant in Grosse Point killed two workers and badly burned several others. Among the dead are Nick Borre and Annie Barre. Annie’s remains were reportedly reduced to fragments. Chauncey Slewy, the foreman, is badly burned and may die. others suffered severe injuries as a second explosion followed the collapse. Fury and fear spread as workers, mostly young girls, attempted to escape the blazing ruin.

South Dakota Chicago Chicago Fireworks Company Grosse Point Aix Nick Borre Wilmette Annie Bo Charles Drew Annie Barre Nick Barre Chauncey Slewy

Broken Heads After Bicycle Accident Near City

Deputy County Clerk Willis Souder and Clerk Ed Nicodemus of the superior court rode a tandem on a country road when it ran out of control. Souder jumped clear but was bruised and cut. Nicodemus was thrown, suffering a bruised nose and a deep forehead gash. The incident occurred north of Columbus. The text also notes the National Miners' convention in Columbus on April 16, with officers to be elected and debates on free silver and cash payments versus company stores.

Willis Souder Ed. Nicodemus Superior Court Willis Columbub National Miners’ Convention Wilmington, Ds

Ladies Admitted Free Tonight Accompanied by Paid Ticket

A note indicates that ladies are admitted free for the event tonight while accompanying men must hold a paid ticket. The arrangement emphasizes free entry for women with paying partners.

Fort Wayne Faces Terre Haute in Afternoon Game

Fort Wayne Baseball Club travels to Terre Haute for this afternoons Inter-State league matchup. Local fans expect a Fort Wayne victory due to a long period of daily practice and strong, active players. Also notes Pittsburg painters and boilermakers contest set for Saturday afternoon, promising a hot game.

Fort Wayne Terre Haute Fort Waynes Power Pittsburg

Severe storm hits South Dakota towns causing multiple injuries

A severe hail and wind storm swept Edmunds and Faulk counties with houses, barns, and windmills destroyed. James Kinney's family of seven suffered serious injuries including a likely fatality. Cresbard and nearby towns reported injuries and damage, with E T Evans in Cresbard losing two children and others harmed. A tornado in Faulk county caused two deaths and further destruction at Cresbard, Millard, and Burkemere, including the Win Mill elevator and Cresbard church.

Ieswick Edmunds County Paulk County James Kinney Cresbard Faulk County Fauletooy Millard Burkemere E. T. Evans Hiself Win Mill Company Ite Foundation

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Cuba Bania Honda Coroja Montana Nazarino Maceo Pinar del Rio Paso Real Helades Paris Stephen R. Smith, M. D Indiana Politics Calhoun Street MAN Milliner Michigan State Prison Joseph Rademacher Ind Clinton Street Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception A. Druiding J. H. Brammer V.G Benefit. Entertainment Randall Hall Railroad News Pennsylvania Elliot Haley W. H. Myers Peltier BAKER Isaac Campbell Kel River Township Tancey Warren H. Baker Sylvanius Baker Flat Rock Church State Line Llman Edward Bilman Holmes A. F. Schoch West Marin Evening Post Corporations Saengerbund Hall Fort Wayne Athletic Club Sue Dem Empire ROKEN
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