Local items from Fort Wayne and nearby towns
Oliver Carter visits Valparaiso. A birth recorded in St Joe township. City payrolls due in several departments tomorrow and Friday. Mrs Nellie Beghorn hosted Columbia City guests. Miss Mamie Zollinger to visit from Detroit. Mrs W P Breen returns from Cape May. Y M C A baseball to Antwerp next Friday. Dr K K Wheelock to Detroit for Mississippi Valley Medical meeting. Simpson M E church youth trolley party accommodated by five cars. Mrs L Webb Bannister reopens Van Wert conservatory. Prof William Miles returns from Warsaw for Winona assembly. Church of the Covenant foundation contract to be awarded. Dr Harriet Stemen and Miss Lizzie Stemen return from Philadelphia. Dr A J Kesler to Petoskey for a week. Dr Insien to attend duties. Concordia college fall term opens with large attendance expected. Mrs Mitchell of Fort Wayne Medical College widow moves to Hoagland. Fort Wayne Medical College begins 1895 96 on the 17th. Prof G Ta Chppenger resigns from Taylor and takes post in Chicago. A social at George Doswell’s near Lindenwood with state band. Joseph Warrison Power arrives to practice law in Fort Wayne. Orlando Barsh appointed civil engineer for county rail franchise viewing. Albert Schoenbein hosts a social with many friends. Fox River drought meeting in Green Bay with Governor Upham and congressmen. 26 shots in a double duel in Kentucky Tennessee line. both sides wounded. Mabel Stanley pleads guilty in London for jewelry theft. 12 months hard labor. Detroit hosts Mississippi Valley Medical meeting with 300 delegates.
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Oliver Carter
Valparaiso
Louis Bolman
St. Joe Township
Nellie Beghorn
James Barnes
Columbia City
John Herman
W. W. Williamson
John H. Jacobs
Atlantic City
Mamie Zollinger
Detroit
Mamie Evans
Jear Lake
Mich
Lombard
W. P. Breen
Gape May
William Miles
Warsaw
Winona Assembly
Church of the Covenant
South Calhoun Street
Harriet Stemen
Lizzie Stemen
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
A. J. Kesler
Petoskey
Kesler
Insien
Concordia College
Wabash
Mitchell
Frank Mitchell
Medical College
Hoagland
Fort Wayne Medical College
G Ta. Chppenger
Taylor University
Upland
Public Schools of
Chicago
George Doswell
Lindenwood
Canton Fort Wayne
Joseph Warrison Power
Washington, D. C
Fort Wayne
Power
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Fort, Wayne
Orlando Barsh
Columbia City Mail
Eust Wayne Street
Albert Schoenbein
Laura Egeemian
Laura Rundel
Nellie Roche
Loretta Noll
Grace Noll
Grace Hogan
Messrs
A. Schoenbein
Andy Christen
al Baker
Frank Summers
Charles Reuss
Claude Notestine
John Monahan
Did She Poison Her Mother
In New York on September 4 a wealthy widow Mrs Evalina Bliss died last Friday and her daughter Mrs Alice Fleming was arrested at the Colonial hotel on a charge of murdering her mother by poison. Attendants and doctors noted suspected poisoning, with traces found in the stomach and chowder dish. An inquest is awaited after Gardner’s remand to custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Evalina Bliss
Alice Fleming
Colonial Hotel
W. T. Scheere
Fleming
Greenwood Cemetery
Simms
Diphtheria Quarantine Lifts After Family Recovers
The Reber family of 41 West Pontiac street, ten members ill with diphtheria, are released from quarantine after successful anti-toxine treatment. Two children died earlier. all others recovered and are returning to health. A new case appears at 35 Elizabeth street. Fort Wayne health officials praise generally good city health and low sickness. Nearby items note travel discounts and a fatal train accident at Pierceton where 9-year-old Earle Whitman died after being crushed beneath a freight train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Reber
West
Pontiac Street
Board of Health
Reber
Elizabeth Street
Uealt
Times Post
Fort Wayne
Montpelier
Pierceton
Earle Whitman
Ben Whitman
Chicago Market closes with grain and meat futures mixed
Chicago market notes September 4 show December wheat at 614 cents and corn at 294 cents while oats trade at 21 cents. January pork hits 9.60 and lard 5.90 with ribs 5.02 as receipts for hogs, cattle, and sheep reveal weaker, slow, and dull markets. Closing prices list December wheat 604, corn 2 cents 2 1 2, oats 20 1 2, pork 9.62, lard 5.82, ribs 5.00.
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Chicago
Silver Forces Form In Missouri For Democratic Campaign
Governor Stone and R P Bland discussed informal steps to organize free silver supporters in Missouri and neighboring states. Stone said he is a provisional committee member and will report selected committeemen to Senator Harris for a further meeting to strengthen the silver faction within the Democratic party for an aggressive campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stone
Bland
Missouri
Quay
Carlisle
Nebraska
Tammany
St. Loouis
R. P. Bland
Friends of Silver
Washington
Provisional Committee
Kansas
Iowa
Harris
Democratic Party
Quay names Pennsylvania Republican campaign committee
Senator Quay announced the state campaign executive committee and members-at-large in Philadelphia. Frank Willing Leach is chairman with Walter Lyon W A Stone John B. Robinson Thomas V. Cooper Louis A. Watres Wesley Thomas Boies Penrose W H Andrews Lyman Gilbert Samuel A Davenport and others. John Russell Young is among the at large members and Parke L. Walters joins from Pittsburgh. John Raymond is noted as the first colored man named to the at large group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Quay
State Committee
Frank Willing Leach
Walter Lyon
W. A. Stone
Allegheny
John B. Robinson
Thomas V. Cooper
Delaware
Louis A. Watres
Lackawanna
Wesley Thomas
Boies Penrose
W. H. Andrews
Tammany and State Democracy clash over primaries in New York
In New York City the Tammany executive committee invited Democratic groups backing the state ticket last November to vote in the primaries on September 24. The State Democracy leaders planned participation but opposed the state machine, rejecting Young Democracy leader Henry Purroy's unification proposals as a split surfaced. A contesting delegation to the state convention was decided. Saratoga meanwhile praised New York City police for upholding Sunday excise laws with 584 delegates and a street parade and speeches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tammany Hall
State Democracy
Charles Fairchild
Young Democracy
Henry D. Purroy
Tammany
State
Saratoga
Prohibition Convention
Roosevelt, Grant, Parkley and Andrews
New York City
Committee On Credentials
Secretary Carlisle to address Nebraska Democratic convention
Wasu Hineron Sept 4. Secretary Carlisle prepares a letter to be read at the Nebraska Democratic convention in Lincoln tomorrow. He cannot accept the invitation in person but will send his views on finances. Ex-Representative M. D. Harter will address the convention on the money question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasu Hineron
Carlisle
Nebraska
Lincoln
Sant Hin
M. D. Harter
Democrats to Open Sept 28 Campaign in Columbus
Columbus Ohio Sept 4 the Democratic state executive committee met and set the campaign opening in Columbus on Sept 28 Herman F Cellarius of Dayton was elected secretary and F J Reinhard of Columbus treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Democratic State State Executive Committee
Herman F. Cellarius
Dayton
F. J. Reinhard
Strikers Stand Firm at Cleveland Nail Works Strike
In Cleveland on September 4 the Baackes Wire Nail works, now owned by Consolidated Wire and Steel, remained shut as 400 workers refused to return unless paid the higher Cleveland wage rates won by recent strikers. Efforts to bring in 40 Pennsylvania workers failed after strikers rallied. Police and private detectives guarded the mill as imported workers departed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Baackes Wire Nail Works
Consolidated Wire and Steel Company
Pennsylvania
Trial of a Couple of Sluggers
Boston, Sept. 4 Dick O'Brien and Jon Walcott were arraigned in municipal court charged with engaging in a prize fight after a Newton street armory boxing carnival. Judge Ely presided as Captain Foster testified about forty five contests, noting no brutality and that the fighters were on good terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Dick O’brien
Jon Wwcott
Newton Street Armory
Ely
Foster
Bout leaves Walcott O'Brien unmarked says police chief
Superintendent Eldridge testified no marks on either Walcott or O'Brien after the bout. Walcott appeared as in court while O'Brien showed signs akin to a struggle with a cyclone though not visibly scarred. Deputy Pierce compared the bout to brutal football games he has seen at Springfield. Judge Ely reserved decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eldridge
Walcott
O'Brien
Pierce
Springfield
O’brien
Ely
Debs Denies Hopkins Involvement in Pullman Strike Story
In Omaha on September 4 a telegram to Eugene V. Debs refutes a Chicago paper's Hopkins Debs report. Debs replies that Mayor Hopkins had no role in declaring the Pullman strike and that the interview's portrayal is unauthorized and untrue. He takes responsibility for his own official acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Hopkins-Debs
Chicago
Eugene V. Debs
Hopkins
Pullman
Howard
Band of Masked Robbers Robs Carriage in Omaha Suburb
In Omaha suburb near Benson a party of twelve masked highwaymen stopped a carriage with four travelers. They searched each person, taking hats watches and cash, and ordered the group to drive away. Neighbors formed a posse after the alarm. hats and watches were found at the scene, nothing else recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Benson
Davies Defies Colleagues Over Sunday Observance
Ansonia Sept 4 religious circles buzz as Rev Henry E Davies of Derby Congregational clashes with pastors over blue laws at Housatonic Park opening. He urges laborers to enjoy Sundays, forms a church baseball club, causes a church split, and resigns amid denouncements by factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ansonia
Henry E. Davies
Derby
Davies
Quiet Ishpeming shovels near Marquette line up for work
Ishpeming Michigan reports a calm scene as the South Shore railway readies ore removal to Marquette. Few strikers remain. some may transfer to Negaunee to be shielded by soldiers. Thirty five left last night. more planned departures as tension eases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ishpeming
Mich
South Shore Railway
Marquette
Negaunee
Notorious Horsethief Arrested in Newton Kas
News notes Tom Berry, a known horsethief from Nebraska, was arrested by Sheriff Judkins in Newton Kansas and held for Nebraska authorities as investigators allege large scale horse stealing operations in that state. Also reported Salem Mo death attack shooting of John A W Russell on Black River area. he died at the scene with assailant unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton, Kas
Tom Berry
Nebraska
Judkins
Berry
Salem
John A. W. Russell
Black River
National Railroad Master Blacksmiths meet in Cleveland
In Cleveland on September 4 the National Railroad Master Blacksmiths association, in session here, was organized in Chicago during the World's Fair. It comprises foremen from locomotive and car shop blacksmith departments across major factories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
National Railroad Master Blacksmiths’ Association
Chicago
Knights of Malta Convene Twentieth Annual Convention
Harrisburg reporters say the Knights of Malta and St. John opened their twentieth annual convention in the house of representatives hall and will stay in session through Friday. The gathering brings together leaders from Malta chapters for meetings and ceremonies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Malta
Harrisburg
Knights of Malta and
St. John
House of Representatives
Turkish relief fund quarrel over good morals and aid
British agents in New York report Turkish relief efforts for Sassoun victims faced harassment and demands for receipts. Only a fraction of £2000 arrived, salaries consumed most funds, while survivors waited as agents entered the devastated region to distribute aid amid lingering distrust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ah Turk
Semal
The Partition of Turkey Rouses British Turkish Tension
British agents clash with Turkish committee over relief. Turkish authorities bar meddling with buildings and demand distribution via their hands. Armenians donate funds but are instructed to hand them to Turkish committee or forfeit control. Funds remain waiting amid unsettled conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkish Committee
Indictments Possible Against Illinois Lawmakers
Springfield reports indicate Sangamon county grand jury may indict several Thirty-ninth Illinois General Assembly members on bribery charges to influence legislation. State's Attorney Graham urged a thorough probe, citing Chicago Times-Herald accusations against Crafts Hawley Barry and Kiemann and seeking to restore public trust in government. Henry M Stanley and others aboard the Majestic pictured in Liverpool on a voyage to New York. Secretaries and dignitaries noted for upcoming Chickamauga National Park ceremonies with the Marine Band expected at the dedication events.
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Echo
Springfield
Ills
Chicago
Sangamon County Grand Jury
Thirty-ninth General Assembly of Illinois
Graham
Chicago Times-Herald
Crafts
Hawley
Barry
Kiemann
Insurance Dept Finds Reliance Mutual Fire Insurance Insolvent
Insurance Superintendent Durfee completed an examination of the affairs of the Reliance Mutual Fire Insurance company at Wannsd and reported insolvency. The Springfield inquiry outlines the finding and implications for policyholders and creditors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield, Ll
Durfee
Reliance Mutual Fire Insurance Company
Wann Sd
Railroad Excursions to National and Local Events
Readers urged to reach Fort Wayne depot for tickets to multiple excursions covering Labor Day state fair Sons of Veterans and G A R encampment events. Destinations include Indianapolis Knoxville Washington Muncie and Greensburg with round trip fares ranging from 1 to 8.60 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
Tenn
Chickamaugaa
Fort Wayne Ind
Greensburg
Ind
Y. P
Indianapolis
Knoxville
Sons of Veterans
Louisville
Muncie
New Catholic Church
Washington
Bly. P
Western States
Fort Wayne Markets and Local Services Notice
Corrected daily Fort Wayne Market rates for wheat oats corn rye butter and more. Local tailor Callon Will Cleary offers fall suit repairs at 11 Harrison Street with guaranteed workmanship. Nickel Plate road excursion rates to Cleveland and western territories advertised for Sept 10 12 and Sept 2 9. Includes Royal Arch Masons and Grand Council events. 94-18-3885
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Philadelphia
United American Mechanics’ Mutual Council
Minneapolis
Callon Will
Cleary
Harrison Street
Cleveland
Nickel Plate Road
Grand Chapter of
Royal Arch Masons
Grand Council Royal and Select Masons
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John
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Mabel Stanley
London
Liverpool
America
Bow Street
Gibbons
Mississippi Valley Medical Association
Rocky Mountains
Lake Maxinkuckee
Hibbard, Ind
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Debs
Mayoropkins
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the Journal
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Pittsburgh
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Baltimore
St. Louis
Sovereign
Knights of Labor
Mass
Council of the
American Association For the Advancement of Science
University of Cincinnati
Mercy
Turkey
Sassoun
Stanley
Majestic
Henry M. Stanley
M. P
Thomas F. Bayard, Jr
Pierpont Morgan
Chickamauga
Washindon
Herbert
United States Marine Band
S. Bush & Co
Times- Post
Via
Vickers
Hattanooga
Tvih
All
BRL
CL. Lock Wood
Gene
Grand Ramps
Mten
Ig Arcade
J. Haverly
Priroprietor
Bhidge Bakery and Ce Cream Parlors
Broadway
Washington Boulevard
Geller
W. F. Geller
Romy
Bobilya
Bart Street
Spencer Cor
Calhoun
G.A.R
Milli
GA. R
Rim Vie Lichmond
Cambridge City
Richrdend
Uocuisville
Pennsylvvania
Louis Ville
G.ra Loeket Asents
Pantitorium
Calhoun Street
J. C. Caswell
Rich Totel
Duraar
A. Hattersley & Sons
E. Main ST
Wood Ont BO Sons
Gagemoy Pheent Borg
Freese & Ranke
Calhoun ST
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Kaiser
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