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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Times Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1895
Page
1
On the last day of Fort Wayne's centennial celebration crowds remained as military prize drills filled Driving Park. The event showcased discipline and community spirit as attendees watched organized maneuvers and ceremonial displays.
Military Companies engage in a sham battle before Governor Matthews and staff as Indianapolis hosts the centennial events. The day features drills by 15 Indiana National Guard units, a grand dress parade, and a night fireworks display at White's field. Governor Matthews arrives with a large staff to review uniforms and ceremonial actions.
A packed Wabash special train of eight coaches left Peru at 7 30 am for Fort Wayne amid a jubilant crowd. The Peru band plus Logansport musicians led a parade to the depot with the Citizens' league and Catholic Knights of America in uniform. Trains run every fifteen minutes to Glasgow avenue for fireworks at the centennial celebration, with round trip fare ten cents. Nickel Plate also offers reduced excursion tickets to the Fort Wayne Centennial October 15 to 18.
A telegram from Supt. Law warned Valparaiso police that Chicago crooks aboard the 1:35 a m train to Fort Wayne intended to operate at the centennial. Officers assembled, the train arrived with tense activity, but the crooks left without causing major trouble. The notice ends with an advertisement for Home Billiard Hall in Indiana.
Dan Meyer and Son announce readiness to serve all patrons with Columbia City ice cream and ices. Telephone orders at Phone 156 will receive prompt attention.
The Auburn Rifles and Military band travel back from Fort Wayne on Friday carrying a total prize of $550. The Rifles win the first prize of $300, with remaining winnings totaling $250. The event highlights local military band success and prize distribution.
A brief item notes the address of Commander in Chief Walker of the Grand Army of the Republic. The article outlines his forthcoming visit and remarks planned for veterans. It highlights organizational activities and public interest in the national veterans’ group.
A local campfire gathering drew Princess Rink and veterans with their friends for an evening of stories and community. The event featured informal toasts and shared memories around the fire.
Col Ivan N. Walker commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic spoke at a soldier campfire gathering at Princess rink. Veterans and families filled the hall as Oakley presided and Weichman Quinlan and Philley participated with brief speeches and recitations.
Nickel Plate R R runs extra trains tonight leaving Fort Wayne at 11 p m east to Leipsic and west to Knox with all stops for spectators. M C Baker district passenger agent notes. Lake Erie & Western offering Atlanta expo tickets for 21 05 valid 20 days and 28 30 until Jan 7 1896.
Lowell engineer James Pass declares he is sole heir to a huge estate from his mother's sister Mary Pickering of Bolton England. He cites four wills found in an old desk and plans to travel to England this Saturday.
John Jones of Newmarket drank half a pint of raw alcohol on a wager and within an hour became a maniac terrorizing Crawfordsville. He armed with two revolvers hunted the town overnight. On the road he attempted to kill Milford Surface and John Atwood. both escaped. A posse tracked him to a thicket where he was found shot through the heart, alleged killed by pursuers.
Eugene Meyer of 150 Clinton Street died last evening of heart failure at age 68. Born in Germany he emigrated to the United States young and settled in Fort Wayne.
The Pantitorium advertises first class work at reasonable prices. Suits dyed from 2 to 3 dollars, coat and vest 1.50 to 2.50, pants 0.75 to 1.25, coat and vest scoured and pressed 1.00. SEL Neeara.
Thousands lined the streets as a six mile parade drew 12 000 to 15 000 marchers and 20 000 visitors. Industrial floats and military units led by Col C E Graves showcased Fort Wayne's strength with bands, banners, and flawless drill. An estimated 40 000 spectators viewed the grand pageant amid abundant entertainment and no major incidents.
Dr C B Stemen returns from Washington with news of his selection to organize the medical department faculty for a national capital university to be chartered by Congress. The institution aims for a $100 million endowment and includes Bishop John F Hurst as chancellor with 100 acres inside Washington. Stemen will maintain his Fort Wayne Medical College dean role while serving in this post.
Nickel Plate Railroad train leaves Fort Wayne at 11 p m and stops at all inter urban points including Knox. Arcade Pantitorium offers clothing revival with pressed coats vests for 60c pants 15c and delivery service by telephone 465. Located at 16 Arcade.
Kendallville and Avilla newspapers praise Mr. P A Randall for leading the Fort Wayne centennial celebration as president and guiding spirit. A Noble County native, Randall is credited with practical plans and early efforts that helped make the event a success. Fort Wayne owes much to Noble County leadership.
A crowded police court heard a very large assortment of prisoners with eight drunks sent over to jail. The proceedings reflected a day of heavy local delinquency as officials processed multiple cases.
Police court opened a record day as three pickpockets and several change workers faced charges. A woman received a lecture and released. W N Make paid $13.50 after assault and battery. Arrests included Arnvel and Anderson for attempting to pick a pocket and Hoyle and Barry for change racket. cases continued to tomorrow.
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