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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1895
Page
1
David Day the Indian agent reports from Ignacio that two Utes and one woman were killed by unknown parties near Lost Canon. He warns the Utes are greatly enraged, fearing settler attacks and potential uprising, with no further details available.
We offer in house dyeing and re pairing for ladies and gentlemen garments with guaranteed quality. Prices are the lowest in the city and Mrs J Haverly proprietor invites you to visit No 16 Arcade. Also etched tumblers offered at five cents each by Laruror & Co.
A Cleveland administration rumor suggests President Cleveland Secretary Carlisle and Justice Olney may join to form a large New York and Boston law firm after leaving office. The plan would see Cleveland in New York, Carlisle before juries, Olney opening a Boston branch, with Harrison’s return to law cited as inspiration. Some quip that Hill might join as third partner.
Charles Lowrey laborer dies after Sunday attack in a stone quarry near Roxomo. Coroner's inquest ties the fatal head wound to a quarrel with farmer Thompson of Windfall who was last seen with Lowrey Saturday night. Thompson remains jailed as investigation continues.
A fire at a tenement house on 290 Nobile Street in Cuarenco killed John Varalski, 65, and badly burned Martin Varalski who faces probable death. Also severely burned were Mrs. John Varalski, their seven year old son John, and John Hussey, with others injured as flames spread rapidly.
In Junta Idaho on November 12 two hundred fifty homeseekers are in camp awaiting the November 18 opening of the Nez Perces reservation. Officials expect about 10,000 people to enter the tract on opening day seeking homes for over 3,000 families.
A fragment from an Atlanta report dated November describes a mob lynching rumor or act involving a person named Lewis Jeffer. Details are incomplete but indicate violent extrajudicial execution in Georgia.
Article outlines possible Senate organization and committee roles as Congress convenes. Explains how the upper chamber could structure leadership, assign portfolios, and set procedure for upcoming sessions. Highlights potential shifts in power and influence among members.
Washington reports the Senate’s party split as Republicans likely command a 44 of 89 majority after Utah’s admission, with party leaders debating finance committee control. Silver advocates push for Jones of Nevada, while Morrill and Aldrich ally with sound money blocs, shaping the panel’s makeup.
William Turner, long time Pennsylvania Railroad engineer, opens a remodeled grocery and meat market at the corner of Hanna and DeWald Streets. The store offers a full stock of groceries, fresh and salted meats, butter eggs and fish, cigars, and tobacco with Ford Turner managing and delivery to all city areas.
In a Fort Wayne police court session Mayor Oakley arraigned Joe Smith on a charge of assault and battery on Elias Court, an Arab. Smith pleaded not guilty and the case was continued to 1:30 PM to secure witnesses. George Meyers, linked to the incident, is at large. Attorney P B Colerick represents Smith, who was released on bond. James Kelley, Montpelier resident, appeared intoxicated. Mayor Oakley released him after arrest.
The latest up to date footwear styles available at the Manufacturers' Shoe Store located at 25 Calhoun Street. Ladies fine kid shoes lace and button priced from 1.50 to 2.50. Misses school shoes from 1.00 to 1.35. Men's fine shoes all styles from 1.50 to 2.50. Heavy and cork sole shoes and rubber goods offered at low prices.
Three weeks after departing Mounds saloon keeper John Heaton vanished on business. It later emerged he eloped with Irish maid Mary Shinn to Columbus Ohio leaving a wife and two children. Heaton had disposed of property and arranged a special sale of tumblers this week.
The Wayne Knitting Mills remain closed after a second walkout by workers. The Knitters' union, holding secret meetings, demands the firing of nonunion worker Albert Pike and presses the company to concede, while officials say they will not negotiate and will keep the plant closed until workers decide to return.
Mrs May Scherer filed a divorce suit against Lewis Scherer in the superior court alleging abandonment failure to provide cruel treatment and infidelity. The couple married in October 1892 and she accuses him of two years of non support and associations with other women. The Hass case is before Judge Dawson this afternoon. Frank Oetting sues Lewis Bender for 500 damages.
Judge Diven issued a ruling in the superior court of this county yesterday. The decision concerns a gambling matter involving local individuals and events, with details limited in the report.
In Providence on November 12, Mrs. Colt faced difficulties proving her claim that Colonel Cott is a bad man. An innkeeper’s anticipated testimony failed to crystalize and the divorce suit now looks unlikely to proceed, as the New Hampshire landlord did not provide usable evidence.
A popular store owner, Mr. J. H. Hartman, plans to move from his Wallace and Hanna street quarters to a larger site after purchasing the Hanna and Laselle street lot. He will announce a grand removal sale with numerous bargains and offers telephone delivery via No. 322.
Fort Wayne curling scene heats up as Caledonian Curling club announces a larger season with four teams. Officers include President W H McClellan and Secretary Treasurer George Thumm. Skips named David McKay James Gillie George Jaap and W W Orrick. Executive committee comprises McKay Jaap Thumm. Games likely on the reservoir park lake for public viewing.
Advertisement touts Pantitorium offering neat work with own dyeing, guaranteed perfect color, and the most reasonable prices in the city. Miss J Haverty is proprietor and invites inspection of samples.
Elwood Indiana residents push to counter spiritualism as orthodox churches plan lectures to expose modern spiritualism. A visiting medium from Jamestown, NY drew crowds with open seances while Elder W R Covert of Anderson is invited to deliver lectures and exposes in the past year and a half.
Rumor of selling the Fort Wayne Electric Street Railway to J J Shippard was not confirmed. Attorney Barrett and director Barrett said the road is not for sale and will not be sold. General manager Mr Robison was absent from the city and could not comment.
Supreme officers meet in this city to review books and accounts and discuss matters of importance. Officers present include Edward Feeney New York City and C S Ott Galveston, Charles Kirschner Toledo, George Whiteman Toledo, W S O Rourke Fort Wayne, Dr James A Averdick Covington, and trustees Walsh, Carroll, and Mc Ginnis. Evening entertainment planned in New Haven and meeting should finish by Friday morning. Special sale of tumblers this week five cents each.
A 20 minute delay occurred when a wire in front of the Feeble Minded Home broke causing street cars to halt at 11 o clock. Conductors and motormen returned to their cars and waited before the line was repaired and service resumed. Dallas F. Green.
The Empire theater opened last night to a large enthusiastic audience. Management promised affordable, first class shows free from offense and delivered on that pledge. Expert Optician Dallas F. Green at No 3 Arcade. Heir to Many Millions J Cummings Drexel, nephew of Anthony Drexel, noted millionaire banker, is mentioned in city notices.
Public library committee notes a new school board member will donate his salary to library funds continuing as long as he serves. He aims to strengthen fiction with the first year’s funds and proposed a book list subject to committee approval. Suggestions for purchases welcomed.
The porte tells ambassadors Germany Austria and Italy that information on Armenia reforms will be forwarded without delay. Britain Russia France replies unclear but likely the same. In London Lord Salisbury omits Venezuela in his Guildhall speech, seen as de-emphasizing Monroe Doctrine and controversy.
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