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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1895
Page
2
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A historical column accuses the Journal of obeisance to corporations. It blasts Mr Randall for pressuring the Fort Wayne Board of Public Works for an inter urban electric franchise while criticising Mr Everett and the city’s handling. The piece calls the Journal’s stance a humiliating public flop.
Before the council and public Mr Everett declared his stance on the project challenging critics to prove he ever disparaged other proposed lines or discussed his franchise with the board of public works or the common council except during official sessions. He offered to concede facts that would not benefit his opponents.
A discussion on Harrison street and a proposed single track by Mr Everett is presented as a fair, people friendly reform. The piece argues the current monopoly fears losing control and invites the council to submit the proposal to voters to test its sincerity and fairness.
Rear Admiral George E Belknap weighs a potential war with England and its global consequences. He argues Britain would lose Canada and face Russian gains in the Orient, while European powers might combine fleets against Britain if a conflict arose. Groven Cleveland is noted as less popular in England.
The Wabash Railroad announces reduced ticket rates from all stations on December 24 25 and 31 1895 and January 1 1896. Tickets may be used for return travel through January 2 1896. For details contact any Wabash Ticket Agent.
A travel notation shows a trip to Atlanta Georgia for 312 85 over the Muncie Route dated December 20 for a period of ten days.
In Chicago a tale circulates about Sam Allerton, a millionaire pork packer, pressuring Platt to back a business leader for the presidency. Bliss is named as a potential candidate, though Platt debates whether Allerton is toying with him or speaking seriously.
A man withdrew funds by cashing a thousand dollar check through a bank ruse. In Washington, Judge Williams overruled a motion in Sallie Greenthal v railroad and Pullman case, appealing after a fatal Pullman incident. Mark Twain’s Australia tour faced early misfortune, then success though with initial setbacks. Captain Bassett, longtime Senate doorkeeper, died at 76 after 65 years of service, with a history of guarding proceedings and facing a revolver incident amid arrests.
The present commander Colonel Ivan Noble Walker is described as a seasoned soldier with a strong war record. He rose from captain to colonel and now leads the Grand Army of the Republic. He endured Libby prison for months after capture and aided Colonel Rose in the famous tunnel escape, among 108 officers who crawled out beneath the tobacco house.
Washington dispatch notes pressure on William C Whitney to enter the presidential race. Despite staunch no, supporters claim he’d be the strongest Democratic nominee, while Whitney insists he does not want the presidency and would not back a third term. Other names discussed include Colonel Morrison and William R Morrison. The piece outlines party tensions, Cleveland’s stance, and the west and south’s backing for Morrison among anti-Cleveland factions.
Dom Pedro of Brazil may have hired the first private street car built for his use in Rio de Janeiro. As U.S. electric rail expansion quickens, a few private cars for railroad officials have appeared. Notes on harmony and cheerfulness contrast with travel deals. Nickel Plate tickets advertised for sale starting Sept 15 1895 across stations.
Amusements section previews a varied bill at the Masonic Temple including Darkest Russia a scenic production with over 20 speaking roles and strong comedy elements. Also advertised are Lyceum Theatre Christmas matinee and revival of Sheridan’s The Rivals with Stuart Robson, plus railroad and gift item notices and holiday travel deals.
Advertises a new time card effective Oct 20 with a Fort Wayne departure at 7 10 a m and Indianapolis arrival at 11 28 a m, return from Indianapolis at 6 25 p m reaching Fort Wayne at 10 20 p m, enabling half a day’s work at the capital. Nickel Plate offers excursion tickets at reduced rates to Buffalo through Chicago with dates Dec 24 25 31 1895 and Jan 1 1896 under code 12 14 12 31 533.
An ad listing many male health issues including syphilis gonorrhea stricture varicocele hydrocele impotence and kidney bladder diseases. It claims successful treatment for Bright's disease diabetes nocturnal emissions impaired memory back impotence and frequent urination with blood and mucus in urine.
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