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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Times Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1895
Page
1
Persistent doubts surround WC Whitney as obstacles to securing the Democratic nomination rise. Cleveland’s influence, broken promises, and the president’s cabinet appointments shape Whitney’s standing. Reports cite strained ties with Cleveland and Whitney’s personal reasons for delaying Washington return as factors in his political stance.
New York on August 1 reports a crippling dry day as saloonkeepers close their doors to avoid anti liquor enforcement. Steve Brodie defies the rule by opening his rowdy establishment while offering lemonade and buttermilk to regulars and giving away ice water. In Washington, D C, August 1 Satolli weighs a petition to suppress Beatty Benedictine brewery to ease civil tensions without a formal ruling. In Indiana Vernon Hardenbrook defeats Edward Greenburg in eight rounds in LaPorte with a celebratory train and crowd carried victor from the arena.
Washcroi Aug 19 President Cleveland urged to reappoint Minister Ransom to the American Mission after Justice Department findings question the legality of his prior appointment. Ransom's supporters expect a Washington visit as the timing of a possible 60 day leave looms amid concerns over health and fitness for continued service.
Reorganization of the DePauw Plate Glass Company yields the American Plate Glass Company. It will control the New Albany plant and the new Alexandria plant, boosting capacity to the largest in the world. Major Doxie likely to be elected president. Mrs Florence De Parw retains estate interest. Plant repairs to begin, operations to resume quickly.
Ray Jones, a Monticello resident aged about ten, was picked up by a police officer in the county jail area and registered as a tramp. He left home over two years ago, traveling through the Seth and West and claiming a wish to herd cattle on the plains. He refused a ride home and said he would press on toward New York.
Beatrice Nebraska August report details defalcation by Phillips and Hawkins with warrants duplicated and sold from funds. Phillips disappeared. Hawkins’ bondsmen surrendered him. sheriff pursues a westward suspect. In Kansas Augusta area, F E Purcell, populist leader and ex penitentiary official, arrested for burglary at Union Depot and a Lansing drug store.
The first interstate reunion of Mexican War veterans from Missouri Kentucky and Indiana is under way in Belavinins Illinois Aug 19 and 20 marking the 48th anniversary of the Battle of Contras Mexico.
Linwood Park in Vermillion Ohio on the south shore of Lake Erie offers summer excursions. Nickel Plate road tickets are available throughout the season from August to August in 43-aug 31-200.
Arrests under the Nicholson Law lead to appeals as Jacob Heiser and others face charges for letting nonfamily in saloons and for unlawful hours. Heiser fined ten dollars and costs after a police court hearing. Appeals and ongoing prosecutions move to higher courts, with mixed recent county outcomes and questions over constitutionality.
Jennie Bowles and Cora Clark were arrested for profanity. Mayor Oakley fined them eight dollars plus costs and jailed them for 13 days. Several others were released or jailed on drunkenness or vagrancy charges, including O'Brien and Jewell cases, with sentences varying from one day to longer terms.
The eighth biennial session of the colored supreme lodge Knights of Pythias of North America South America Europe Asia and Africa opened at Convention Hall 118 Twenty second street near Michigan Avenue. Delegates and uniform rank members are expected with competitive drills and numerous drills.
In New York Auge a special meeting of the National League convenes at the Fifth Avenue Hotel today. Magnates discuss season questions including the umpire issue and the Temple Cup series after the league finals. Buddies day and free admittance for ladies on certain days draw protest from managers.
The gubernatorial race features General Hardin and Colonel Bradley opening a joint debate in Louisvinia on Aug 19. A dozen debates are scheduled across the state with appearances by the Democratic and Republican nominees.
Everett and Mayor Larrison visited Columbia City to promote an electric railway from Fort Wayne through Lake Everett to Columbia City. A county and city franchise is needed, with a Tuesday commissioner meeting to consider the Yellow River route. Tracks would run Van Juren to Walnut and Whitley to the depots. Cars would seat ten, built with first class material and top equipment.
Mrs Treacher aged 78 or more fell from a moving THama street car near Monroe and Wallace, suffering possible internal injuries. She was taken to her Laselle street home in a shocked, unconscious state but showed no broken bones, with doctors predicting possible recovery despite age.
Fort Wayne Commandery members and friends travel to the National Conclave with a special Wabash train leaving Wabash station at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday August 21 arriving in Detroit at noon the next day. The route continues to Montreal Quebec Portland and Boston with two Wardener Palace Sleeping Cars and several return options. Passengers should call the Wabash Ticket Office soon to secure tickets. Rh Gi Thompson Passenger and Ticket Agent.
Joh Price reports five tramps called at his east end home and demanded to be fed. He refused charity, was blocked from leaving, then returned with Officer Muckinger to find the tramps gone. Vagrants have plagued the area in recent days.
A midnight explosion at the Camry hotel in Denver wrecked the building, catching fire and trapping numerous guests and staff. Initial reports list at least 20 dead with many more missing, including Peter Gumry the owner and several named officials. Three people were rescued as fire crews battled flames through the ruins.
The former secretary of the navy, Colonel W. Thompson, has suffered repeated fainting spells over the past two weeks. He describes sudden unconsciousness followed by hours of sleep and rest. Despite illness he continues light cycling, sometimes ten miles before breakfast, with Bloomer girls joining his ride. He hopes to resume full literary work once well.
Last night's violent storm flooded parks and rivers with excursion boats. Two deaths are confirmed including Millie Linbaurd, a Keefer steamer cook, and a woman blown from Point Bridge. Patrick Shea and John Adams likely fatal injuries. about 20 others injured. property damage around 100000.
In Kosciusko County the Superior Court hears Mrs Della Edgell’s suit for divorce from Joseph Edgell alleging cruel and inhuman treatment habitual drunkenness and threats including threats to cut her throat. Edgell is jailed on larceny charges after a recent arrest in the city and transfer to Warsaw. C Halder filed the complaint.
Official circles report a severe engagement at Arimo in Santa Clara. Insurgents suffered about fifty killed while government forces lost eight.
Old settlers from Noble Alfen and Whitley counties plan a Friday gathering at South Side Landing Blue Lake Ind inviting the public. An orator will deliver an address and members from northern Indiana are urged to attend. A tri county old settlers organization will be formed with a detailed age class plan and a name register.
Intense surprise followed discovery that within the past three days a thief stole from the courthouse vault in Knox Indiana all indictments from the last grand jury about 20 in number and cut 33 pages from the indictment record. The box was secured by a combination lock known to two officials. Among stolen indictments the most important targets Eliza Coffin wife of a northern county farmer. Officials plan vigorous action and may reassemble the grand jury to refile pending cases.
Owney the famed dog owned by Uncle Sam's postal clerks sails from Tacoma for a world tour. The inter vent dog has traveled widely across the United States and has likely seen more of the nation than most people. He arrived in Fort Wayne a year ago and became a local celebrity at the post office. Thousands of people who know Owney wish him a bon voyage.
The Good Citizens league began Sunday closing enforcement with all shops shut. No cigars sold, drugs unavailable, milkmen arrested, and newsboy John Haskins jailed for selling Sunday papers amid strong opposition.
Fred Gassert of Pennsylvania suffered severe crush injuries to the fingers of his left hand when a train door closed on them as he stood holding the door jamb. Amputation of parts of two fingers was required after he was freed. Dr. G. B. Stemen treated him.
Carl Sihler and Helen Yuergensen join John Wagner and Anna Margaretha Pfeming as participants in a Nickel Plate route event dated Aug 10 19 3387. The note lists Low rates and Niagara Falls as the location.
A mother loses her life while attempting to rescue her son in a mer child incident. Authorities describe a brave, fatal attempt to save a minor from peril at sea, honoring her selfless act and the family’s endurance.
Mrs. Arthur Francis formerly Miss Clara Churchill of Fort Wayne and Chicago, drowns at Grand Haven Michigan while saving her one year old son at the Willows on Spripe Lake. The child also perished. Rescuers recovered bodies in about 16 minutes. both were pronounced dead. Churchill, 27, was a niece of W D Page of this city and had been a society favorite. They had traveled from Chicago for a two week visit with Spring Lake. Remains to be sent to Chicago for funeral.
Businessmen and citizens are urged to attend tonight’s city hall meeting to plan Fort Wayne’s centennial observances. The committee will present a report on a workable program and the best means to carry it forward, highlighting civic pride and potential benefits for the community. The Nickel Plate road lists country homes on Lake Erie’s south shore offering summer boarders with mail requests to agents or B. F. Thorner Geneva.
Two city league games were played at Lakeside. In the morning the Eagles beat the Stars 19 to 0 with Eagles Tilge mann Avis and Pohl starring. in the afternoon the Broadways defeated the Spy Runs 7 to 0. Geake Kees Forster Holter and Houlson noted for Broadways and Spy Runs respectively.
Travel ticket offers two dollars and fifty cents for a round trip to Dayton or Cincinnati via the G R J railroad. The sale date is Wednesday August 21 with return validity of 50 days and a 15 21 code noted.
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