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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1896
Page
2
In a bold move, Russia expands control over contested terrain prompting international concern. The action reshapes regional borders and tests existing treaties while triggering condemnations from several nations and organizations.
A May 12 dispatch reports Russians under agent Smith taking possession of disputed Chefoo territory, with six warships and American vessels present. It notes British concessions upset, a Russian move defying treaty rights, and sharp Britain objections as Shanghai dispatches warn of unfriendly act. Weyler resigns but not accepted by government amid prisoner incidents.
Chicago May notes show wheat May closing 6 24 cents with July 6 8 cents opening and September 6 38 63 percent. oats May close 18 1/2 cents, July 19 cents opening. lamp May closing 4 57, July 4 62. spring grain May 84 05 closing, July 84 10 opening. market credited to Merchants White Bank and Washington.
Francis A Daly of Lynn won a 35000 verdict in Suffolk county superior court against the Lynn and Boston Street Railway company. The 1894 accident left him with one leg amputated and the other nearly useless after he was allegedly pushed from a car foot board by a conductor. Daly was fifteen at the time.
The service departs Fort Wayne via Wabash railroad at 11 45 daily and arrives in New York City the next morning at Grand Central Station by 10 30. The timing is described as a convenient hour to reach the big town.
Four tramps between 18 and 21 years old on a westbound Grand Trunk freight train near South Bend fought over a robbery. James Kramer 19 and John Moore were shot. Kramer gravely wounded, multiple head wounds, vest with bullet hole. Thomas Ryan and Dallas Baker fled to Adrian Michigan. Baker previously served time and both have prior arrests for theft and assault.
Local ad offers Best Wisconsin Limburger cheese at 10c per pound, topping Wisconsin Brick cheese at 10c per pound in a promotional sale by Frurr House.
Kibiger Bros of No 100 Barr Street hosted the opening weekend event on Saturday and Sunday as exclusive agents for the city. The notice confirms their role and location in promoting the event.
Prosecutor Doughman pursues affidavits against saloonkeepers for Sunday openings. William Miller, saloon owner on Spy Run Avenue, arrested by Officer Hines for selling liquor on Sunday. Schultz and Christian face trial. six more saloonkeepers may be charged. Also noted are false imprisonment suit by William Thompson against multiple defendants and a malicious trespass case involving Hugh McFadden over a broken plow.
A flashily dressed peddler offered silk thread to Misses Roush on Hast Berry street. They bought four dozen spools for 83 but found most spools veneered with silk and only a short length of genuine thread remaining. Local peddlers law cited to protect legitimate merchants.
An orchestra formed from Walther league members at Emanuel Lutheran church held its first rehearsal. A Z Polhamus of 5 F Bowser Co. is away two weeks to supervise agents eastward. Alfred Grindle drafts homes for J U Johnson and T F Ross in Muncie, and for Dr Waregh in West Berry Street. Judge Alden sits in for Judge Dawson. Mary Fromuth granted divorce from Herman With custody of five children and $1470 alimony. Mrs Charles Hilker and son plan Europe trip to celebrate golden wedding with relatives. Prof Paul J Pitzlin returns to organize a gymnastics class. his former class welcomes him. Fortnightly ladies hosted first annual dinner at Wayne hotel with 45 guests, sweet peas and fancy table decor. New waterworks trustees met. William Bittler elected chairman. Geraline presented to patrol tonight.
The Gaiety Burlesque company led by John B. Wills begins a seven night run at the Empire to a large audience. New specialties and standout performers Little Hezekiah and brother Ap appear with success. Estella Wills, a noted contralto, and Fort Wayne duo Gonzalo and Wilson shine in song and dance. Free admission for ladies tonight with paid ticket.
Henry Wiegman purchases Globe flouring mills from Henry Berghoff the new comptroller. Berghoff had controlled the mill for about two years after buying from A. C. Trentman and added improvements. Wiegman, previously a farmer, takes charge today and will continue mill operations with no price disclosed.
Fort Wayne outbatting and outfielding took the third game of the series at Lakeside park yesterday afternoon despite a small crowd due to threatening weather. Carrick umpired and issued four walks while Ruthford pitched for Saginaw, fanning six and issuing five free passes as O Meara handled catching duties for the Colts.
Fort Wayne and Saginaw crowded the diamond in a lively game with solid hits by Cherry and Blake along with Grey’s triple. Captain Thorp sparked protest in the fifth and spectators found humor in his display as the home team claimed a 5 1 2 inning score, with Carrick and Rutherford working on the mound.
Newcastle fell 10 to 9 at home to Washington as bats cooled with runners on base. Toledo beat Jackson 8 to 7 after Martin exited in the third and Keenan tamed the visitors. Youngstown lost 18 to 15 to Wheeling amid costly errors. TAHL rising. Chic Stahl shines for Buffalo in Eastern league with strong reviews.
Reports from Fort Wayne and Saginaw cover player forms and errors. Tebeau and Thorpe are praised for effort though teams struggle. Saginaw reorganizes, Sumner switches clubs, and a diamond ring sale at Dallas F Green Arcade Jeweler is noted.
Fort Wayne lodge No 2 of the Order of Lincoln was instituted in the bordermark building on Calhoun street. General James R Carnahan led ceremonies. officers elected include Ex President James M Barrett and President Paul E Mossman. Banquet at Randall hotel followed with toasts by local dignitaries and a readings program. The order seeks to honor Abraham Lincoln and promote patriotism and greatness. ST JOSEPH SOCIETY officers elected include President George P Gordon and Secretary Patrick Ryan.
Mrs Angeline Mary Hitzeman wife of Fred Hitzeman a prominent farmer died this morning at her home in Adams township from pleurisy aged 66 years Funeral arrangements were not immediately announced. the death leaves a family and local community affected by the loss
Summary notes on Senate sparring over the Sanmonica harbor bill while a subcommittee studies bond issues. Reports of six oil tank explosion deaths at an Ohio asylum site and the death of Frankie Brewer, daughter of Justice Brewer, with the judge’s expected arrival.
Jennie Yeaman known as Mrs Charles Dillingham, leading lady of Peter Dailey’s A Hotel Clerk company, gave a deposition in Omaha on May 12 outlining grounds for divorce. The couple plans to file suit in New York within days. Dillingham is a veteran newspaper man long associated with Frohman theatre attractions and sailed for Europe last week with Charles Frohman to spend the summer on the Continent.
The ad promotes buying a summer suit for cash from A. F. Schoch at 414 West Main, offering the largest and best assortment in the city and noting hours open until 9 p m.
Lawyer Rotan concluded examination of H H Holmes papers after his execution finding no will and no provision for Mrs Pietzel. Most documents are farewell letters to Holmes family and others outlining points in cases. Pietzel plans to travel home to Galva Illinois on Wednesday. Will Cleary merchant tailor advertises spring suitings and repairs on Harrison Street near Washington.
Justice Commert, a moonshiner at Zulu Indiana, was fined 20 and costs for selling liquor to minors by Justice France this afternoon.
The city’s new board of public works approved the assessor rolls from the prior Friday. Christian Boseker withdrew from an asphalt petition for Brackenridge street and no formal request remains. August Lauer received permission to build a sidewalk on Hanna street, and A H Bittinger on Hench street. gar bage wagon drivers voiced collection difficulties but remain under contract. Three carloads of cedar blocks costing 25 cents per square yard were ordered for street repairs, with stationery orders to follow.
Machinist F A Phelps returns from a trip to Andrews. International Machinists excursion to Rome City on June 27. Paul Young returns to Rhinesmith & Simons after illness. Bowser works boy recovers from nail injury with no lockjaw fear. Charles E Wright weds Addie Rayhouser with shop cheers. W Y Cherry shines for Saginaws with two scorchers from left field. Chronicle shows weekly railroad earnings growth across multiple roads for April 1896. Chicago and Eastern Illinois recovers mileage books from illegitimate holders. Hammond reports Western Indiana railroad sale for $100000 to a Chicago group led by Crawford. possible backers include Eckert and Porter. Rufus Hill touts electric traction on Pennsylvania line. forecast set for broader electrification within five years. Wabash to New York via daytime schedule beats other routes. German Baptist Meeting set for Ottawa Kansas May 26 29 1896 with May 18 22 23 ticket sales to Ottawa and return option.
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