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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Times Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1895
Page
1
In a St. Louis case a husband fatally shoots his wife after discovering her alleged infidelity. Investigators pursue motive as police report details and neighbors recall tensions prior to the deadly act.
In St Louis on July 25 George Reed a 86 year old painter shot his wife Adelia Reed dead after she returned home from a night out. The couple had a troubled marriage with previous divorce and remarriage. Reed was arrested as detectives arrived at the scene.
A woman was found prone on a kitchen floor with outstretched arms and visible blood. An ambulance took her to the dispensary where the doctor pronounced her dead upon arrival.
In Franxfort Indiana a movement seeks a joint money question debate between ex-Congressmen Cheadle and Bynum in the 380th district city. Bynum will deliver a sound money speech on the date, while silver supporters push to pit Cheadle against the Indianapolis man, who is seen as Cleveland’s proxy.
London on July 25 reports Bicyclist Weatherly timed 26 4-5 seconds for a quarter mile with flying start at Colford, setting a new record in today’s event.
Police court opened with twelve men charged with vagrancy. Eight were jailed for 15 days while four were released. Earlier, six dinners from a St Marys River picnic and one from Swinney park laborers were reported stolen. Four strangers near Rhinesmith Simonson factory were found with moulding tools and union cards, but released.
In Mexico on a recent Saturday Pedro Mendoza was killed by an unknown assailant. Jesus Obarra was seen at the murder site repeatedly, displaying horror and wandering away. His behavior suggested an involuntary compulsion to revisit the scene, which led to his arrest.
Felix Peckenpaugh aged 66 died last night near Springport where he had lived for 60 years. Before the war he was reputed as the Sampson of eastern Indiana. At log rollings he drew crowds and earned big pay while others received nothing, watching Peck carry whole logs himself.
Mrs. W. H. Noble reported to police last night the mistreatment of her husband. He departed home with a horse and buggy she claims as her property, and she plans to begin replevin proceedings against her husband.
The Price Current notes threshing returns are disappointing in yield and quality due to unfavorable moisture, impacting wheat in Missouri and nearby areas. Corn is reported to be generally performing well across reported regions.
Reginn July 25 Shawnee war dance begins eight miles north of here with many officers on site to keep order and oversee proceedings as spectators gather.
Squire France hears an assault and battery case from Edgerton this afternoon. Justice Bohen fines Oscar Miller $1 and costs for assault and battery on Louis Walschmidt. Constables raid Tillie Innez and Fanny Joy last evening and arrest five girls who pay a customary fine in Bohen’s court. Nickel Plate Railway lists Lake Erie south shore country homes willing to take summer boarders. copies mailed to any address upon sending a stamp to a Nickel Plate agent or to B. F. Horner, General Passenger Agent.
A Toronto jury returns a verdict of wilful murder in the case against Holmes. The decision concludes a high profile trial that drew broad public attention and scrutiny. Courts now set dates for sentencing and related motions.
Chicago detectives uncovered a box containing six to seven child bones amid quicklime in a Wallace Street cellar, with physicians identifying the remains as a child likely Gertrude Conner. Quinlan and Owen remained in custody as investigations tie Holmes house crimes to missing Mrs Cantor and the William sisters.
The article notes three young men, already under bond, will be called to answer bastardy charges from several lasses. Preliminary hearings are planned for next week unless settlements are reached. It also mentions possible weddings to avoid arrests. A Niagara Falls excursion is announced for Aug. 19 on the Nickel Plate Road.
Indianap olis Ind July 25 Affairs at the Indiana state military camp remain routine with a sham infantry drill, a morning and afternoon artillery exchange, and a looming grand review by Governor Matthews and staff. Summary courts report nine First regiment cases including gambling and AWOL. A drunkenness arrest of W O Ephimn adds to camp tension as camp health and food quality draw comment. Grand review anticipated this afternoon with Brigadier General McKee leading a full staff inspection.
The First Regiment light artillery band of Fort Wayne selected to furnish music for the governor and staff dinner and reception at the park pavilion at noon. Gart Shober of the Fort Wayne Times-Post leads the band and prepared a program likely to include American Republic and Star Artillery marches. Concert expected to run until about 2 PM with possible additions. Bert Short's Artillery March and Barclay Walker's Captain Curtis Quick Step hoped but not arranged due to time.
Patterson and Clark announce a season of outdoor vaudeville in the city at John V Linker’s garden at Washington street and Wabash avenue with open air shows through the season. The Street Car Company will provide transport. Sunday transfers to Centlivre park may occur. A first class company will perform with frequent program changes and a stage already planned for the garden. The inaugural show is set for the first week.
Ed ward P Burke, 27, claims Chicago roots and says he is a former Space writer. He stole a handkerchief a jar of fruit a ball of cotton and a goldheaded pencil from Bowser on Creighton avenue after sleeping in a barn and begging meals in Valparaiso Plymouth Warsaw and Columbia City. Burke asserts hardship drove he to crime and that he can speak German French and Spanish.
A four year old girl, Luella Conover, daughter of N. Conover from the Sentinel job rooms on East Washington street, fell twelve feet from a shed roof while playing with a kite. She fractured her right wrist and suffered a gash above her left eye. Dr. Kappel attended. no danger of grave consequences. Also reported Columpus Nebraska: Daisy Klaus 13, May Klaus 11, Hulda Klaus 7, drowned in the Platte river while rescuing each other. bodies recovered. San Francisco: Mrs C M Johnson says the killer of Clarence Barr is Con Sullivan, not C B Henderson.
A Shaker Doctor at Hotel Rich offers free removal of tape worms including the head and all without sickness pain or time loss. The offer holds until August 1. 23-eod-aug 1.
Epstein brothers transfer ownership of The Bell Clothing House amid mounting debts and embarrassment. Creditors circle as the store faces potential closures and restructuring.
The report notes that the assignee named Strass faces liabilities that assets are expected to largely satisfy. Creditors anticipate payment from estate elements, with potential settlement underway as asset recoveries are assessed.
Epstein & Sons Bell clothing house assigned to Emanuel Strass with assets of 10357.88. Laura Revert seeks divorce from Frank Revert in superior court. Fort Wayne and Decatur gravel road appraisers report a 3 miles 50 rods road valued at 1625 with five year net income 321.75. Court notes include notes $300 suits involving Steger and Auger, will of John T. Pechin filed, executor named, and property disposition in Leichner v Frederick.
Having purchased the entire stock of A. C. Trentman’s eased goods, including Wines and Bitters, Aroma Holland Bitters, Trentman’s former price 5c, now 20c per bottle. Ginger Brandy, formerly 60c, now 25c per bottle. Porter Conet Claret, former price 5c per bottle, now 25c. LaRose Claret, formerly 74c, our price not stated.
The Peru Club pitcher Collars arrived to face the Elwoods and delivered a dominant performance. He shut down the Elwoods, who failed to reach second, as Peru won 9 to 0 and left the field with a likely season contract in hand.
Wheat 72 rye corn 44 pork 10.90 lard 6.35 ribs 6.20 hog receipts 12000 cattle 9000 sheep 12000 market mixed with slow sheep. Closing prices show wheat 0 corn 43 oats 224 pork 10.75 lard 6.32 ribs 6.12.
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