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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1896
Page
4
Indiana forecast shows generally fair conditions tonight and Tuesday with a drop in temperatures in the southeast portion tonight. Winds light, overnight lows dipping in the 30s to near 40s in eastern areas.
Miss Jessie McLachlin departs for Galveston Texas to visit friends. St Julian council B L meets at Library hall tomorrow evening. Mrs John McCurdy hosts a reception for Miss Warman of Indianapolis next Thursday afternoon. Mrs Griebel entertains Miss Johnson of Utica at West Berry street Thursday afternoon. Knights of the Golden Eagle Fort Wayne Lodge No 2 head to Anderson for the grand castle session this evening. Rev A K Zartman preaches Noahs Faith at Grace Reformed Church as part of a four sermon series. Pastor J S Ainslie begins a five sermon series at Plymouth Congregational on Immortality with a large audience.
A. F. Seamoon advertises made to measure suits with guaranteed fit and workmanship. Open evenings until 8 o'clock and easy showing of goods at 414 West Main Street.
In Washington on March percent, the House approved a measure allowing Arizona to lease educational lands for school use despite the president's veto stance. Vote was 198 to 122 with all Republicans and 32 Democrats for, while the Democratic nay dominated. The president objected that leases and timber safeguards were inadequate. The remainder of Saturday focused on the legislative appropriation with little major action.
The Baltimore and Ohio system declares insolvency and enters receivership under John K. E. Cowen and Oscar G. Murray who will operate for creditors under U S court direction. The line spans 2065 miles east of the Mississippi with 75 million in bonded debt and 10 to 12 million floating debt.
Paul Francis and Gilbert Francis were hanged before the Convent courthouse after confession of guilt in a burglary and assault at M Gourges residence. Mrs Georges was assaulted in the yard during the break in and the men were jailed before the lynching occurred.
In Barcelona on March 2 a 15 000 strong crowd protested the U S Senate recognition of Cuban belligerency. Stones were thrown at the U S consulate and police dispersed the mob with injuries reported. The crowd then attacked the prefecture and newspaper offices as speeches praised the army and Spain. Diplomatic steps were to be taken by Spain over the U S action.
The Spanish public shows rising zeal for war against the United States after the Senate's action. Madrid mobilizes the navy and army, with orders to arm ships and ready 20 000 infantry and 6 000 cavalry for possible Cuba operations. Privateers may be organized if tensions escalate. U S legation tightens police surveillance as student protests grow.
Washington reports intense but expected demonstrations in Spain over the Cuban question and the U S naval buildup. Officials anticipate swift steps to assess the situation through state department channels as Spain seeks to avoid further conflict and maintain peace.
The State Department cites consular reports suggesting the insurgent Cuban movement is weaker than Congress believes and that recognition of the rebels is unwarranted. The administration may present these facts to Congress, arguing the United States should not act now. Senator Lodge notes Spanish press misreads the situation, urges caution, and cites historical precedents.
Dense fog over New York harbor for two days caused three steamship wrecks but no loss of life. The Ailsa collided with Bourgogne in the Narrows and sank. the New York grounded in the lower bay and may remain for days. the George W Clyde damaged the Clyde, forcing it to beach. The New York later moved to its dock as favorable weather aided salvage.
Reports from Kansas hint at a solid McKinley delegation for St Louis while 30 conventions convene. In Omaha Zion Baptist Church a violent melee over salary shakes parishioners as pistols and razors flash. Chicago bucket shop indictments rise to 281, and Illinois debates a Chicago mint with 500000 dollars. Turkish intrigue sparks constitutional rumors, and western Knights oppose Minneapolis as their conclave. Rev. Allen Thompson dies at nearly 100 in Washington. Kay county indicts officials for malfeasance as gamblers vanish.
The National Life Insurance Co. of Montpelier Yt. reports strong territorial growth and seeks two or three qualified agents. Contact C. B. Fitch General Agent at 26 Bass Block for details on joining the expanding agency.
The Foster Furniture Co. has exclusive sale of two leading Whitney baby carriage lines in Fort Wayne. A large assortment at the lowest prices, with a promise to beat competitors by 25 percent or more. Features include patent springs parasols brakes and rubber tire wheels.
A pay as you go plan urges saving 35 dollars monthly from youth to old age then investing in Lakeside property. The ad promises a fast start toward two comfortable homes as Lakeside, a pleasant city residence area, is near the site where Fort Wayne began and is expected to rise in value.
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