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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1895
Page
2
Mrs. Helen Gougar, once in Lafayette, now in Boston, seeks 25000 in federal court against Congressman Elijah Morse of Massachusetts. Testimony portrays her as abusive and partisan. defense witnesses call her a “soldier of fortune.” The case sparks debate over women in politics and party loyalties amid broader 1890s political shifts.
A dated notice describes a new schedule on L E W and Big Four Railways from Fort Wayne to Indianapolis with departures at 9:10 a m and arrivals at 11:28 a m on the outbound trip and return from Indianapolis at 6:25 p m to Fort Wayne at 10:20 p m. The change permits half a day of business at the state capital.
In Lancaster a woman accused of predicting future events for gain with cards and spells was acquitted after a three hour jury deliberation. Testimony cited bewitched John Herr and threats to cast spells on his enemies. judge scolded spectators for treating the case lightly as Pennsylvania law prohibits such acts.
President Cleveland reportedly told a cabinet member he would not permit his name for a third term and would stop such a movement. He also indicated there would be no administration candidate and that the secretary may choose his own course in the coming campaign.
Three forms of excursion tickets advertised by Penn Lines offer reduced fares to Atlanta. The notice highlights affordable travel options for southern trips.
In a crowded arena, Peter Maher the Irish champion knocks out Steve O'Donnell in 63 seconds after a quick exchange. Corbett congratulates Maher as rumors of a heavyweight title transfer circulate and the ring remains crowded for half an hour afterward.
The Grond Tour of Mexico led by Chas Gates of Toledo invites travelers aboard a Pullman vestibule train leaving Toledo January 14 and stopping Fort Wayne at 1 30 p m. The 30 day journey covers 6600 miles through the Mexico region with diverse onboard services and a no extra charge once tickets are bought. Applications for itineraries and details are at R G Thomigon Fort Wayne Indiana Pass and Ticket Agent Wabash R R.
Wiccara Kansas November 12 Charles Lease husband of Mary E Lease is constructively jailed for refusing to pay a 50 cent annual fee for the state board of pharmacy. He began a drug business last week and followed his wife Mary E Lease in defying the law, which she claims taxes only registered pharmacists. The case highlights advocacy against the fee as unconstitutional.
A historical letter accuses government officials of spreading the idea that Armenians should be killed and plundered. It states twenty years ago similar hatred persisted and Currie fears massacres.
Kentucky election results show the two Populists in the U S House and their impact on the Blackburn Senate contest. Democrats 46, Republicans 52, Populists 2 in the House. Senate Democrats 22, Republicans 16, and Populists 2 on joint ballot. Republicans expect Populists to align with them or split their vote. Democrats fear split.
OCR fragment shows a ground floor business at 80 Barr Street Allén County with a note "a quart-at-time" and a date reference "Nov. 5-12-17" implying a limit on quantities during a one year period at the site.
Frederick C Boltz as administrator of the estate of George C Boltz. This notice outlines probate actions and deadlines for claims against the estate. Public notice for creditors with required filing times and creditor rights under applicable law.
The notice states a shop will continue weekly sales of a special article at actual cost from now until January 1st 1996. It outlines ongoing discount offers and emphasizes sustained affordability for customers.
Lafayette Ind November 12 George McKinnis sues Dr W S Walker and W A Smith for 25000 alleging malpractice after an arm fracture. He claims unskillful treatment caused permanent loss of use of his arm.
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