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Fort Wayne Times Post

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1895

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Editors Delight at Summer Resort Meeting in Maxinkuckee

The Maxinkuckee editorial gathering shows no decisive break on the money issue. Gold supporters dominate the platform committee while silver advocates refrain from pushing a fight. A committee will call a state silver conference and a note of respect for Eli W. Brown was passed.

Maxinkuckee Eli W. Brown Frankfort Ball Luke Maxinkuckee Nye Turpie The Friends of Silver

Labor City Shave Issue Calls For Action

By FANAPOLIS on June 28 a labor city shave issued a call for action. The brief item notes a mobilization or appeal centered on workers or labor issues within the city.

Fanapolis Labor City Shave

Catholic Pythians in Wisconsin Largely Stay in Order

Milwaukie Wisconsin June 29 Few if any of the 1000 Catholic Pythians in Wisconsin have withdrawn following a papal edict. Grand lodge reports show fewer withdrawals this year than any prior, due to uncertainty about the edict and its church-wide enforcement varying by diocese. Many Catholics plan to remain, insisting the order does not conflict with Catholic duties.

Milwaukie Wis Wisconsin Grand Lodge Milwaukee Archishop Ireland Minnesota Knights of Pythias

Governor's proclamation may be issued Monday after receipt delays

The Indianapolis Sentinel reports criticism of Allen county for not receiving copies of new acts. The secretary of state's office held receipts for ten days, overlooked due to limited office hours. Noble, Jackson, and Wayne counties yet to report. Noble’s receipt is en route. Wanasi may expect the proclamation on Monday. The Dunkard church opens Manchester College in North Manchester on Sept. 1 with 16 trustees guiding the institution.

Secretary of State Indianapolis Sentinel Allen County Allen Starke County Noble Jackson Wayne Wanasi Ind Dunkard Church North Manchester Manchester College Association Wabash County North Manchester College Indiana

National Political Reform Conference At Prohibition Park

The National Political Reform conference met yesterday at Prohibition Park auditorium on Staten Island to unite reformers across movements. Advocates of prohibition woman suffrage tariff reform tax reform government ownership of railroads civil service reform and popular election of United States senators attended.

New York National Political Reform Conference Prohibition Park Staten Island United States

Saloonists Consider Nicholson Law Evasion Plan

In Elwood Indiana county a 100 member joint stock saloon company would start a saloon with a bartender during legal hours and, during prohibition hours, members as joint proprietors would operate the saloon on their own, claiming they can access it any time.

Elwood Ind

International prison congress opens with wage question

The international prison congress convened today with delegates from many countries. A main topic is whether prisoners are entitled to a salary, with past recommendations already adopted in numerous prisons worldwide.

Pants International Prison Congress

Egyptian sugar reaches breakwater in first U S cargo

The British steamer Daylight from Alexandria brings Egypt sugar to Lauren Delaware as the first U S cargo of its kind. The second export of Egyptian sugar arrives on the breakwater amid brief traveling notes and attention.

Lauren, del Alexandria

Business Better Yet Entire Year Shows Mixed Signals

The June 26 report notes fewer failures in half year but high liabilities and weak crop outlook. It cites 6,900 failures this half, railroads with 3,356 miles and $109.7 million debt, and cotton prices at 7 cents amid rains. Exports, wheat and corn trends show mixed strength, with wage rises and steel demand improving.

Canada United States Atlantic Texas Louisiana London Washington Mills Hessemer Pittsburg Grey Forge Treasury New York

Economic Trends Reflect Rising Prices and Wages for Producers

The year ahead is expected to be satisfactory in volume as advances in prices and wages improve outcomes for producers, more than anticipated just months ago.

General Macco Captured in Cuba and Held in Spain

June 29 reports indicate Cuban insurgent Gen Antonio Macco has been captured by Spanish troops and imprisoned awaiting orders from Capt Gen Martinez Campos. If Maceo is captured the rebellion prospects brighten for Spanish authorities. Tampa announces official news of Ger Marti’s death and Cuban leaders in Tampa issue eulogies praising Marti’s talents.

Manparin Antonio Macco Martinez Campos Maceo Marti Tampa Fla Ger. Marti

Matthews Seeks Harmonious Meeting to Resolve Tensions

Matthews expresses hope for an amicable gathering to address ongoing tensions and foster cooperation. He indicates readiness to listen to all sides and work toward a constructive outcome.

Indiana Democrats plan cautious silver stance

Governor Claude Matthews says Indiana Democrats will not back a state convention to push free silver. He warns against a 16 to 1 policy, favors retaining silver but stresses harmony among leaders, with no immediate convention plan for next year. He expects bipartisan influence on the 1896 election.

Indiana Democratic State Committee Harrison Indianapolis Matthews

Britain to protest Venezuelan concessions to American company

Officials in Washington expect a British protest over Venezuela granting concessions to an American firm and warning Americans against taking possession of disputed territory. The British foreign office opposed similar 1884 deals and pressured Venezuela to pause. In Brooklyn Plymouth church votes to accept reconciliation with Manhattan conference following the Beecher-Tilden rift from over two decades ago.

Washington State Department Great Britain Venezuela Brooklen Plymouth Church Manhattan New York Brooklyn

Boston Daily claims Morganthaler type setting title

The Standard of Boston asserts championship status after A. Green, a compositor, set 13,859 cm solid agate in one hour with only 29 typographical errors on the Morganthaler machine.

Boston A. Green

Republicans in Session to Nominate State Treasurer

Harnspuno Pennsylvania June 28. The Republican state convention is in session here today to nominate a candidate for State treasurer.

Harnspuno

Shamrocks of Fort Wayne Back Irish Independence Move

The Shamrock club of Fort Wayne adopts June 28 1895 resolutions condemning the Irish parliamentary party, urging a united convention to advance Irish independence, denouncing factions in Ireland and America, and pledging financial support for the impending convention. H Bowen president and P E Bresnahan secretary oversee the call for broad cooperation among Irish societies and liberty advocates.

Shamrock Club Fort Wayne Indiana Patrick Henry Ireland America London Oliver Cromwell Shamrock Literary Club H. Bowen P. E._BRESNAHAN

Desperate convict William Artman near death in Indiana prison

William H. Artman, a lifetime convict at a southern Indiana prison, is dying of consumption. The article recalls the 1894 murder of his wife and son near Tell City, describing how he allegedly killed them during a trance after hearing rappings.

Jeffersonville Ind William H. Artman Artman Tell City Perry County Carrollton Ariman

Law Students League forms a permanent organization

The Law Students met last evening to establish a permanent group named Law Student's League. The constitution outlines aims to foster friendly relations among future counselors, teach legal procedures, and develop oratorical skills. Officers for July and August were elected: President A E Thomas. Vice President J R Lowry. Secretary Treasurer J C Cain. Sergeant at Arms J A Clippinger.

Law Law Student's League A. E. Thomas J. R. Lowry Tressurer J. C. Cain J. A. Clippinger

Sixteen Prisoners in Police Court Before Mayor Oakley

Police court opened with sixteen prisoners, ten jailed for vagrancy by a sheriff's posse. Names include John Brown, John Pluck, Charles Hamilton, James Touhey, and others. The three later named youths were released. the rest received jail terms. Drunks were given 11 or 15 days. Mayor Oakley granted a continuance in two cases of alleged misappropriation.

Oakley John Brown John Pluck Charles Hamilton James Touhey Thomas Shannon John Clark James Paily John Murphy Oliver P. Martin John Neusock Murphy West Side Chicago Boston Martin Geneva Pennsylvania Alliance Ohio Neusock Dayton Old Stagers Elliott Coling John Sheehan Louis Gibson William Berger Jeff Myers Jacob Shoup William Thompson

Lost toolbox reported near Columbia Ave

A toolbox was lost last night off a bicycle on Columbia Avenue. Please leave it at Romy and Babylia's office, room 22, Bank Block.

Columbia Ave Romy & Babylia Bank Block

Depew Denies Rumored New York Marriage to Heiress

Chauncey M. Depew told Tribune reporters at Grand Central that he is not engaged to marry any heiress. He dismissed rumors of an $8,000,000 fortune, noting past gossip about a wealthy widow or distant relative as the source of the speculation. He declined to name the rumored heiress and confirmed no engagement.

New York Chauncey M. Depew Grand Central Station Tribune Washington

Professor Huxley Dead In London Dying Condition

London reports the death of Professor Thomas H. Huxley at 3:45 PM after days of critical illness. A leading scientist and naturalist, he collaborated with Darwin and contributed extensively to science literature. Born in Ealing in 1825, he toured the United States in 1870 lecturing on evolution.

London Thomas H. Huxley Huxley Darwin Ealing England United States

Farmer George Kemp Crushed When Horse Runs Away

George Kemp a Crosden road farmer four miles from town was thrown from his carriage after his horse spooked by a passing train near the Grand Rapids railroad track. He suffered serious chest injuries and head wounds. Dr. W H Myers was summoned for treatment.

George Kemp Crosden Road Grand Rapids W. H. Myers

Bids Opened for New Crematory as Dixon Healthily Leads

The board of public works opened bids for the crematory. Dixon offered 7875 dollars and agreed to build per specifications. Willis of Dixon traveling to Findlay to present plans, with acceptance contingent on specs.

Board of Public Works Brownlee Company Patrick Company Dixon Company Willis Dixon Findlay

Parliament Dissolution Set For July 10 In Britain

London reports official calculations fix dissolution for July 10 with writs received July 11 and polling to begin July 15. Boroughs mostly vote by July 20, counties July 18 to 20, with Unionists forecast to hold a solid majority. county finances show $50,000 indebtedness and $20,000 on hand. reports to be printed next week.

London Beckman Edsall

Open Air Concert Confusion Stirs Williams Grove Crowd

About 1 000 people gathered at Williams grove for a Royal Hungarian band concert. The audience found a string band instead of brass, waited for more music, and soon dispersed after about an hour. Musicians cited noise and dust as reasons for not playing at the park. The New Avalon testimony notes the crowd was not notified the concert had ended.

Williams’ Grove Royal Hungarian Band Coul Grove Aveline

Mayor allows 4th of July liberty with police limits

The mayor told the Times-Post he will not issue a proclamation banning fireworks but will direct police to prohibit firecrackers where horses travel or fire risk is high. He urges law compliance on alcohol sales and notes park festivities including Swinney Park groves Zollinger’s, and train service arrangements. Avilla plans include a cornerstone ceremony for the Old People’s Home with Bishop Rademacher and a fireworks display in the evening. Swinney Park demolition proceeds and Powers & Barnett will yield mail duties to Stewart & Co with Dan Cope taking a sub contract. Fine sherbets and ice cream offered at A C Aurentz’s Parlors.

Times-Post Oakley Swinney Park Saengerbund Society Zollinger’s Grove Pennsylvania Company Wabash Guards Fort Wayne Centlivre’s Park Wabash Avilla Rademacher Father Oechtering Fred Weichman Gas City Joseph F. Beegan Chicago R. P. Barr Kendallville Powers & Barnett Stewart & Co Missouri Dan Cope

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