07 Mar 1896
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1896
Page
1
The bicycle show at the YMCA opened last night with crowded halls and colorful booths. Dealers explained wheel merits while spectators viewed gearings forks and tires. Tonight features music, gymnastic displays, and a wrestling match as professors Loveless and Taylor compete.
The Wayne wheel is highlighted as the best value among the displays with emphasis on workmanship durability and duty. Fort Wayne makers offer machine made to order bicycles in the city for 85 dollars and promise full repair services and sundries.
City firms present a varied wheel lineup including Wayne and Columbia Machine Works push wheels. Fenton Liberty Eclipse high grade wheels and Arrow Majestic Hudson intermediate wheels are promoted as reliable options for customers.
Fort Wayne dealer A C Katt showcases Rambler bicycles with 102 sold locally last year and notes Rambler dominance in racing. He presents eight Rambler styles plus Crescents and Calumets at Berry and Harrison streets, highlighting price ranges from 32 to 75 dollars and strong, guaranteed construction.
F M Smith and Will Brackenridge showcase the Columbia Model 40, lauded as a flying combination of good things. The artifact is praised for beauty, strength, and lightness, with experts noting easier riding and longer life. The Pope company offers $50 for stolen Columbia recovery.
Morgan & Co displays attract attention with Barnes Tribune and Halladay wheels. The firm sells mid grade Hoosier Alix and ladies wheels, praising the Barnes White Special with internal joints and one piece crank, and noting Tribune’s strong reputation and Halladay from Marion Cycle Co. Fort Wayne riders praise cycloidal sprockets for easy running.
The notice invites buyers to view available lines prior to buying, stressing examination before completing a purchase. It signals an opportunity to inspect the offerings and make informed decisions.
Louis Mohr presents the White bicycle as superior with models A and B at $100 and C and D at $875. He touts improved bearings, simple, strong construction, and no need for tinkering or repairs, promising reliability, low maintenance, and rider peace of mind.
The Pierce Dayton Davis and Spaulding bicycles are featured in an exhibit by J W Bell of 13 East Columbia Street. Bell can supply the bicycle line with models ranging from the display to full stock.
The Ranwall Cycle Co announces a larger 1896 selection of high and medium grade bikes including Smalley models praised for 1895 honors. Also carrying Winton Gendron Cleveland and Waverly with a full range of accessories and a long list of riders who bought Smalley bikes.
A new principle produces reversible handlebars touted as the most effective ever introduced. The design claims improved control and adaptability for riders across varied terrains and styles.
The J. C. Peters & Co display at 7 KE Columbia Street showcases the Sterling bicycle with high and intermediate grade models including Feather, Cornell and Monitor. Mr. Fred Peters leads the display while visitors receive a souvenir badge and flowers. Monday offers free admission for ladies with a newspaper coupon.
The Empire announces Colbys New Novelty Company will headline the upcoming week at the Empire venue. They previously drew a big crowd at this house and have added several new features since their last visit.
Joan Uran of 37 St Marys Avenue was killed in a Lima railroad accident today. His wife rushed to the scene. Otis W Uran, son, works at Karn Music Co and daughter Ellen is a bookkeeper at Troy Steam Laundry.
P E Hanley visits old friends as Pennsylvania Company shops shut to trim March expenses. Office staff remain at desks while all shop departments close. A morning wreck on the Chicago and Erie line between Lima and Forest, Ohio, leaves damage unknown. Three Chicago and Erie trains were run by the Pennsylvania due to the blockade.
Frankfort Ky March 6 Black Burn secured re election to the Senate this afternoon in a timely political update from the Kentucky capital source notes.
James M. Kane promotes Gendron carriages with exclusive Fort Wayne agency. He stocks a wide line from $3 to $40 and claims baby carriages cost 20 percent less than competitors. Wabash announces low rate round trips March through May for western destinations.
The house committee on ways and means discussed free alcohol in the arts but did not decide on a legal change. A sub committee favored Mr. W A Stone's bill repealing the Wilson bill rebate for alcohol used in arts and manufactures. A dispatch from Rome reports a new Diocese of Sioux City formed with Rev Timothy Treacey as bishop. Rev T M Lenihan to become Bishop of Cheyenne. Cleary advertises spring suitings at 118 Harrison Street. Nickel Plate Rail Road half rates March 10 to southwest points. M G C Baker, District Passenger Agent. Fresh fish and oysters at Jacksons 140 Calhoun Street.
A Saturday evening event titled War War War features a chicken lunch at the Temple Saloon located at 24 East Wayne Street. Patrons are invited to attend a social gathering in the venue's main hall.
A political shock erupts in Indianapolis as Morton’s operatives unleash surprise moves that leave local politicians astonished and scrambling for replies. Key figures and party leaders scramble to assess the implications and respond swiftly.
Indiana Republicans shift to challenge McKinley as Charles W. Fairbanks’ rival William R. McKeen establishes headquarters at the Denison hotel. Ex-secretary Rollo G. Oglesbee named to run the bureau as party leaders mobilize against McKinley.
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