Salvation Army Captain Discusses Work and Discipline
The Army Captain outlines Salvation Army activities and the strict discipline governing soldiers. He emphasizes adherence to tactics and regulations guiding daily service and conduct.
07 Dec 1895
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1895
Page
1
The Army Captain outlines Salvation Army activities and the strict discipline governing soldiers. He emphasizes adherence to tactics and regulations guiding daily service and conduct.
Northwest Chief Divisional band led by Captain Kemp visits, drawing 2,000,000 members across 42 countries with gospel proclaimed in 29 languages by 11,335 officers. Services move to Princess rink after Berry Street church overflow. Kemp stresses drumbeat as outreach and simple gospel storytelling.
In the leading churches of the state the army presents a permanent mission and travels as a division. The group aims to convert sinners and raise money for rescue homes. They report 55 rescue homes and 20,000 rescues over five years.
Atlanta editor denounces General Miles head of the army in a blistering editorial titled An Error Corrected. The piece asserts Miles mistreated President Davis at Fortress Monroe and urges Atlanta civilians to withhold receptions, labeling him cruel and unworthy of southern honor.
In Washington Representative Royce of Indiana presented to the House a monster petition from Elkhart and others urging recognition of Cuban insurgents as belligerents. The drive spans nearly all states and calls for swift action. Separately Secretary Morton faces seed distribution disputes as lawmakers clash over seed laws. The American Commission investigating Cheng Tu riots reports nearing the end of its China tour with a large escort, seen as a potential diplomatic plus.
A Saturday night event at Frank Belchin's on 54 East Main Street features Turtle Soup served by Stoll. Local diners attend for a social gathering and a signature dish in the evening.
Cincinnati December 7 Billy Thompson says he will match Denver Ed Smith against any world class fighter. He mocks Corbett for claiming a world title after not accepting Goddard’s challenge and notes Goddard beat Maher while Fitzsimmons beat Maher. Thompson proposes Smith vs Hall Choynski or other heavyweights in America or England against Slavin Jackson or Jem Smith.
In Indianapolis a secret gathering of free silver leaders within the Democratic Party elected to press independent coinage if currency is raised at the state meeting. Allen W. Clark leads the movement, aiming to outvote sound money Democrats, while Governor Matthews' friends urge restraint to avoid harming his presidential bid.
Mrs Frances Boone of 76 Chicago Street died after months of poverty leaving six children. Her husband W N Boone, described as a hard drinker and deserter since September, vanished from Kentucky to parts unknown while the family faced illness and hardship. Mrs Boone's illness led to hospitalization at St Josephs. remains placed with Undertaker Peltier as funeral plans await.
Remains of Albert T. Hessin who died from a gunshot wound at St. Joseph's hospital were sent to Toledo this afternoon. Mrs. William Miles funeral held at 2:00 p.m. from 134 Calhoun Street. Anna Henry aged 27 dies of chronic pneumonia. remains to Avilla at 2 p.m. Francis Boone dies at 52 from consumption at 76 Chicago Street. Carrie Kintz dies at 40. remains to be shipped to this city tomorrow for burial from 52 East Third Street.
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