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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1896
Page
2
Sidney C. Lumbar announces his candidacy for mayor subject to the outcome of the Democratic nominating convention. He presents his platform and appeals for party support.
Citizens react to a proposed Consolidated Street Car plan to extend lines from Calhoun to Harrison and on to Main. The Fort Wayne Post warns the old monopoly may push spurs to block competition, while urging residents to elect council members who support a just city compensation, a 1-cent fare, and electric car competition.
Paris reports claim a French plot to topple the republic may be formed in Brussels by Prince Victor Napoleon and the Duke of Orleans. The senate shows no confidence in the ministry while the chamber supports it, a move seen as a coup d etat with uncertain outcomes.
The Fort Wayne Journal notes Lidgerwood of New York supplies seven cableways and hoisting machines for excavation, likening it to Chicago drainage canal construction. It critiques local gas company sales and cites political bias, with Dr. H G Nierman named as Democratic council candidate, while editorials target eviction of Irish tenants.
Eight thousand sheet music copies to be distributed free with each customer purchase at Karn music store located at 9 East Columbia Street. Also notes a penmanship class at International Business College next week with two daily sessions and liberal terms. Ice cream soda offered at A C Aurentz 18 West Berry Street.
Instructions on keeping outdoor costumes fresh and neat with regular airing brushing and repairs. Emphasizes using coat hangers, proper storage, and separate house gowns while detailing a period illustration of a house toilet and fashion notes. References Milwaukee and Fort Wayne locations in the garbled closing text.
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