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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Times Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1895
Page
1
A Belmont-Morgan syndicate sold 30 million dollars of new United States 4 percent bonds abroad and delivered them in. Subscriptions require payment in gold or exchange and a large portion will return to the United States within a week. Banks sought blocks of bonds for circulation gains, increasing demand and exchange pressure.
New York reports a massive Democratic gathering at Rockaway Beach with an estimated 125000 attendees along the shore. The event features amusements, a grand clam bake, and speakers as the crowd rallies for the party. Also referenced are Niagara Falls excursion plans for Aug 19 on the Nickel Plate Road, and assorted market reports from Chicago.
Arguments in the Omaha case by which Mayor Bemis and the board of police commissioners sought an injunction against the American Protective Association board to restrain it from acting as police commissioners and interfering with Omaha police discipline concluded. Judge Hopewell said a decision would be handed down today at 2 PM.
London reports a Royal Yacht Squadron meeting says failure to win the American cup would not be a national misfortune, though many experts disagree. Lord Dunraven notes he cannot test Valkyrie III properly and will judge her value only after sailing against Defender.
The Nickel Plate road advertises low summer rail rates to Linwood Park Ver million C for vacations. The notice touts the resort appeal and seasonal pricing, inviting travelers to enjoy a delightful summer getaway.
Aug 10 fire destroys post office city hall and much of Lockport center. Mayor McDonald's house origin suspected. Water shortage and no local fire department hinder efforts as 22 houses and a full block burn. Two engines came from nearby town. panic spreads as residents flee toward hills. Local ads for dairy butter and flour appear in fragment.
Dick Schreck, jailed by Mayor Oakley for drunkenness, escaped from the county jail while at work in a sewer. Granted a short outdoor break, he vanished and may be in the city. Officers monitor his known haunts as a manhunt unfolds.
Marriage licenses issued for Robert C. Spohm and Freda Schmid, Wesley Carpenter and Cora A. Bish, and John Biehl and Caroline Hofacher. Also announces Niagara Falls excursion on August 19 via Nickel Plate Road from August 10 to 19, 1938.
The annual Caledonian field day at Cent Livre Park drew a large crowd under perfect weather as local amateurs showcased top marks. Will Shepard won the all around gold with 374 points, William Romey earned second with 31 points, and many events saw new local records set across lifting, throwing, and track contests by a slate of entrants including James Miller and J. H. Bass Jr.
The Trades and Labor Council outlines a Labor Day program with afternoon and evening picnics at Centlivre's park, no parade to reduce costs, speakers to be invited, bicycle races, athletic events, two baseball teams, Newsboys’ union, First Regiment band, and an official program to fund expenses. A Fort Wayne Saengerbund offer is noted and Centlivre park donation confirmed.
Phoenix lodge No. 101 K of P calls all members to Castle hall at 1 30 p m Sunday August 11 for the funeral of late brother Dr Samuel C Metcalf at 109 West Superior street Fort Wayne lodge No 116 and Summit division No 12 K R B P invited to attend by M W Kemp C C D J Saaw Take a glass of beer at Frank Belchin s tonight and enjoy a free lunch.
A standout athlete claimed victory in a major race held yesterday in Terre Haute. The event drew spectators and featured notable competitors from regional teams. Further details on times and placements were not provided in the available text.
Benzetta the Kentucky mare wins the 2:18 class with 2:07 and 2:06 times, beating Klamath and others as Mascot and Hal Pointer clash in a famed match. Track at Burrago, Aug. 10, features strong performances across pacers and trotters, including Pat L’s 2:12 trot and Fidel’s 2:04 in the 2:10 pace.
Clifton Shoemaker, living at 15 Monroce street and working on the Hoffman farm near Huntington road, broke his left arm and endured cuts after leaping from a moving West Main street car late last night. He was treated by Dr. Ladd and returned home in a patio wagon. The notice also lists a local lunch event and travel rates for Niagara Falls via Nickel Plate road on Aug 10-19, 1887.
Last evening a man named Hornpiper boarded a West Main street car wearing a jag and behaved offensively. Conductor Spencer warned him, but Hornpiper resisted and was restrained by Motorman Fox. The short scuffle left Hornpiper subdued. Sunday services at the YMCA feature W H Lee of Moody's Chicago conducting the Pleasant Hour at 3 30 PM.
A report from the Dunning Asylum details a violent incident involving attendants and patient George Budizick. Authorities describe a fatal confrontation resulting in injuries and questions about staff conduct and safety protocols at the institution.
In Caicaco Justice White's court George Gough and John Anderson, attendants at Dunning asylum, were charged with the murder of patient George Budizick. Post mortem showed severe chest injuries and internal bleeding. Anderson said Goff urged them to go to Budizick's cell and tie him up, leading to the fatal assault.
A local notice invites patrons to stop by Frank Belchin tonight to enjoy his hot wienerwurst and sauerkraut served with beer. The informal post emphasizes casual dining and a relaxed atmosphere.
Nelson J Bowser sues Fort Wayne Electric Railway for 5000 damages for injuries while employed August 18 1893. Attorneys are Robert Lowry and E V Emerick. OTIER COURT NEWS Judge Dawson awards 1158 to Mechanical Buggy Co from Fort Wayne Glass Works. Breyer fined 1 with costs for provoking Henze. venue change granted. Nolan acquitted of Sunday saloon charge. Brase case ends with hung jury and new trial to be set.
In the market square a Shaker doctor's concert troupe performed with many fires noted yesterday. They plan more appearances tonight and Monday for their final city nights and invite those with consultation cards to visit their offices before Wednesday night.
Henry Gibson died this morning in Whitley County from diabetes. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3 PM from Arcola Catholic Church. Advertisement appears in the Times-Post want column.
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