Big Fight Referee Plan Sparks Selection Debate
New York on September 24 outlines a novel scheme for the Corbett Fitzsimmons title fight. Each side picks three men, then the six choose the referee. Brady vows drastic measures to keep Corbett from defeat while Fitzsimmons blocks a risky setup over pay or Eidoloscope filming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Fitzsimmons
South
Dallas
Corbett
Corpus Christi
William A. Brady
Jim
Texas
Gold in the Vaults Amid Bond Syndicate Control
New York has ample gold in treasury reserves as the dissolved bond syndicate still wields influence. Banks hold most of the American bond half in vaults, more than at any time in years, with potential for quick reformation if a reserve squeeze recurs. Secretary Carlisle says current trade balance and money conditions suggest no year-end pressure.
Explorer Says Ne Through With Green land's Shore
St. Johns Newfoundland September 23. No new matter today on the Peary expedition. All members will sail from here on the Sylvia Wednesday and reach New York Monday. They pack specimens to transfer to the Sylvia from Pilley's island where she loads oar. Peary says no further Arctic work. He denies bones of General Greeley's party found at Cape Sabine, but Kite crew contradict him.
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St. Jouns
N. F
Peary
Sylvia
New York
Pilley’s Island
General Greeley
Cape Sabine
Noted horseman Bob Kneebs expelled from trotting association
Sioux City Sept 24 Bob Kneebs the American horseman once arrested in Germany for alleged tilting of horses has been expelled from the American Trotting Association. The expulsion follows the trouble in Germany and Kneebs may protest the decision. Miss E. O. Hanna 84 Calhoun Street obituary note appears in the piece.
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Sioux City
Bob Kneebs
Germany
Knoebs
Speed Records Across Major Railways Revealed
Theodor N Ely of the Pennsylvania railroad system cites official figures on world and US long distance train speeds. He notes the London and Northwestern record of 64.8 mph over 540 miles, a nonstopping 439 mile run in 10h5m, and US records including 64.25 mph over 4864 miles per newspaper reports, plus 76 mph over 58.3 miles and 102 mph over 51.19 miles on Pennsylvania tracks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Care May
N. J
Theodore N. Ely
Pennsylvania Railroad
Mr. Ely
London and Northwestern Railroad
Jarrett and Palmer
Jersey City
San Francisco
United States
New York Central
Railroad Gazette
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Fire Damages Laundry and Shirtwaist Factory
A morning blaze at W B Phillips laundry on West Main street caused heavy damage. The fire started from a dropped match in the checking room, spreading to the second floor where shipwear stock valued around six thousand dollars was damaged. The laundry stock and premises insured, with losses estimated for laundry around five hundred, building not heavily damaged. Miss Eva Etchel fainted during evacuation. repairs planned to reopen soon.
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W. B. Phillips
West Main Street
Phillips
Calhoun Street
George Motz
Schrader & Wilson
H.C. Moderwell
Eva Etchel
Desertion leads to suicide in Allot workman case
Ralph W. Engel, of Allot, deserted his wife and three children for a mill girl Maggie Barrett. Traced to West Bend, they eloped but split. despondent, Engel shot himself rather than return to his family. Remains to be sent to burial. brother Hugh seeks arrangements. Maggie Barrett expected home tomorrow.
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Allot
Mass
Ralph W. Engel
Milwaukee
Engel
Bates Bros
Maggie Barrett
West Bend
Wis
Hugh Engel
$10,000 Award Linked to Mrs Haney Divorce
In Biloommeror, Sept 24, it emerges that Mrs Sarah L Haney's divorce from Rev Conrad Haney was aided by a contract for $10,000. Half paid by the Brandt brothers of Iowa, to secure the divorce, with the rest from others not directly involved. Mrs Haney bought a modest Normal home for herself and her children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BiLoommeror
Sarah L. Haney
Conrad Haney
Lake Avenue Methodist Church
Chicago
Haney
Brandt
Iowa
Bond syndicate holds gold equal to treasury reserve
New York reports that dissolved bond syndicate members still control as much gold as the treasury reserve. Banks in New York hold the majority of the American half of the bonds and possess more gold than in years. Secretary Carlisle says the current situation does not indicate pressure before year end.
Mr Everett's Railway Franchise Move At City Board
The board of public works discussed Mr Everett's street railway franchise request. Members favored granting with route changes after considering resident objections from a minority of property holders. The city attorney will draft a contract of conditions for next meeting for Everett's consideration.
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Board of Public Works
Everett
Holmes pleads not guilty in Pitzel murder case
Philadelphia news: Herman D. Mudgett known as H. H. Holmes arraigned before Judge Tiineletter on an indictment for the September 2, 1894 murder of Benjamin F. Pitzel. After counsel advised, he entered a not guilty plea. Trial is set for October 28.
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Philadelphia
Pitzel
Herman D. Mudgett
H. H. Holmes
Tiineletter
Court of Oyer and Terminer
Benjamin F. Pitzel
Seventy Years a Tramp Buried in Oxford Pa
John Lowry age 81, lifelong tramp, buried in Oxford after 70 years of wandering. He vanished at age 11 into a cornfield near his birthplace and died close to that site, having never held a day’s work.
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Oxford
John Lowry
Thermometer Falls in the East and Heat Relief
News briefs report a 24 degree drop in eastern temperatures bringing relief after days of extreme heat that raised fatalities by as much as 200 percent. The roundup lists market updates from Chicago and Pittsburgh, a populist nomination in Omaha, and a fatal steamship accident in New York mixed with other terse notices.
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New York
Nightingale Wins 2:10 Trot in Straight Heats at Fort Wayne
Nightingale the favorite trotter won the 2:10 trot in straight heats at the Fort Wayne Driving Club meet, beating Dandy Jim as Hamlin's chestnut mare set a track record with 2:10. Baron Rogers captured the 2:14 trot, while Almeto and Lady Roberts claimed heats in the same event. four races drew a large crowd and the card ran to noon to finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Dandy Jim
Miss Nelson
Nightingale
Slim
Geers
Tennessean
Trevillian
Baron Rogers
Richard Curtis
Pamlico
Almeto
Pleasanton
Lady Roberts
Dentine
Black Raven
Dally Wilkes
Alemeto
Katrina
Belle
Gas Company Slashes Natural Gas Rates in Indiana
In Wasasa and Peru areas, the Logansport and Wabash Valley Gas company announced that starting October 1, gas will be sold at half the prior seven year rates. Manufacturer rates drop from 5 cents to 3 cents per 3,000 feet, with monthly and annual contracts aligned. The move follows acquisition and the rise of the Wabash Fuel company. gas via an independent line is planned by Nov. 1. Separately Huntington sees Abraham Taylor, 72, die at the station while awaiting a train.
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Wasasa
Ind
Logansport
Wabash Valley Company
Wabash Natural Gas Company
Wabash Fuel Company
Huntington
Abraham Taylor
This County
Park Commissioners Resign En Masse in New York
The entire board of park commissioners submitted their resignations to Mayor Strong effective October 1. The note underscores a leadership shakeup in city parks governance.
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New York
Board of Park Commissioners
Strong
The Casualties
Several people suffered minor to serious injuries in a series of incidents. Blacksmith Charles Rice of the Pennsylvania shops burned his left eye by hot iron fragments but may retain sight. Blacksmith Thomas Stamp of Fort Wayne Gas and Construction was cut on the wrist when a steel fragment severed the radial artery, with Dr. Duemling stopping the bleeding. An elderly country couple were thrown from a carriage on Hanna street when a horse bolted at an engine. the lady narrowly avoided being run over but escaped serious harm.
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Charles Rice
Pennsylvania
Wheelock
Thomas Stamp
Fort Wayne Gas and Construction Company
Centennial Bicycle Races On Washington Boulevard October 16
Fort Wayne centennial events announced with bicycle races on Washington boulevard set for October 16 and a 5,000 badge order placed after a sample design impressed directors. Fireworks and decoration committees meet tonight. parade and bicycle groups also schedule sessions. a milliner offers hats at 158 160 Calhoun street.
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Washington Boulevard
R. B. Rossington
Fort Wayne
Calhoun Street
Quiet Wedding Sealed at English Lutheran Church
A quiet wedding was solemnized Saturday evening at the parsonage of the English Lutheran church by Rev. M H Hockman. The couple were Henry Steinbrenner of Fort Wayne and Mrs Louise Gleich of the city. The bride, a respected German Lutheran schoolteacher, and the groom are noted in the community. A millinery opening is announced for Friday at Mergentheim's Bazaar, with all invited.
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M. H. Hockman
Henry Steinbrenner
Fort Wayne
Louise Gleich
John Kennelly Marries Louisa Struver in Findlay
John Kennelly married Louisa Struver during a Findlay excursion with friends. After meeting with a local squire, the couple exchanged vows, giving him the status of a married man. Congratulations followed as the ceremony completed the union.
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John Kennelly
Benedict
Louisa Struver
John
Findlay
Clothes Stolen From Plymouth Visitor in City Yard
William OConnell of Smalley Bicycle Works, visiting his parents at 97 East Jefferson, found a 835 suit missing from a clothesline behind their Plymouth home after dusk. Police could not locate the thief.
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William O’connell
Smalley Bicycle Works
Plymouth
East Jefferson Street
Toll roads tussle over appraised values in Allen county
Appraisers for Leo road meet with directors while Maysville road team plans inspection. Commissioners seek to buy toll roads for about 30000 total but toll road directors refuse the appraised value. Voters demand free gravel roads and oppose tolls as the board contemplates a lump purchase split by agreement.
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Leo Road
Maysville
Allen County
Kinder Garden Hack Service Bids Sought
On Wednesday September 25 bids will be received at No 14 Arcade for furnishing hack service to a kindergarten for the current season through June next year. Transportation is needed for pupils between homes and school each morning and afternoon. Details may be obtained from the Misses Cramer at No 14 Arcade.
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No. 14 Arcade
Cramer
No. 14
Arcade
New YWCA Rooms Open After Reception
The New Rooms of the Young Women's Christian Association were formally opened last night with a large reception. Over 200 attended as Miss Hoagland outlined aims and Miss Beaker described educational work. A musical program preceded refreshments. The gas lit facility includes dining and kitchen rooms, multiple chambers, baths, and beds for guests, with weekly rents from 50 cents to 1 dollar. Mrs. Ella Perrin is general secretary and Mrs. H. O. Underhill is matron with one assistant and a dining room helper.
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Young Women’s Christian Association
Miss Hoagland
Miss Beaker
Ella Perrin
H. O. Underhill
Millinery Opening This Week for Fall and Winter Styles
Invitation extended to all ladies to attend the Fall and Winter opening of Imported and Domestic Millinery on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of this week.
Annual Meeting of Young Men's Christian Association
On Monday evening at 7 30 the annual meeting of the Young Men's Christian Association will be held at the railroad department building. Reports of all departments will be submitted. The association plans to give city police force members systematic drill in the gymnasium.
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Young Men's Christian Association
Marriage Licenses Listed for Several Couples
Theodore Alte and Minnie Lubban yans James Kilpatrick and Cora Rebecker Wm. N. Mason and Susie M. Ferguson Artemus W. B. Heffelfinger and Mary Hellopeter George Christian and Emma Bail reported as license pairs in the public notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Alte
Minnie Lubbanyans
James Kilpatrick
Cora Rebecker
Wm. N. Mason
Susie M. Fergu
Artemus W. B. Heffelfinger
Mary Hellopeter
George Christian
Emma Bail
Four Good Horses Wanted at Arcade Music Store
Arcade Music Store seeks four good horses for display in a promotional event. Store confirms availability and will arrange transportation and care. Local equestrian enthusiasts are invited to contact the store for details and scheduling.
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Arcade Music Store
Blacklist Case In Court Seeks Ruling On Bread Bias
In a courtroom a blacklist case is argued over patronage of Scherer’s bread and cakes. A phone contact at 388 is listed for further information and public comment on the matter.
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Scherer’s
Attend Mergentheim's Milli nery opening this week
Attend Mergentheim s Millinery opening this week on Friday. The notice is brief and mentions a date and location related to the shop event.
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Wiliam A. Brady
New Yorks
Treasury Reserve
Carlisle
Explorer
Greenland
E. O. Hanna
Trotting Association
The
Pennsylvania Road
Ralph W., Engel
Conrad Jianey
MR. Everett
Board of Works
Holmes
Maxwell
Omana
Samuel Maxwell
Supreme Court
Chicago Market
Pittspure
Amalgamated Association
Oliver Tron and Steel Company
Curcano
James G. Glandy
Ehighty Ghrth Street
Hamlin
Almote
Sweet Mash
Captain Crouch
Tom Exum
Flora Snell
Imperial Hat
Freeland
Carrie Strathmore
Sigma Nu
Harry Victor
Scherer
Committee On Decoration
E. L. Siver
Trentman
Huntington Democrat
Mergentheim’s Bazaar
Kennelly
the Toll Roads
Maysville Road
Young Women’s Christian Association of
ToLeno
Pratt
William Addison
Lake Shore
Mergentheim
RABUS
Pocket and Table Gallery
Roger Bros
Buwwoers Hardware
F. M. Smith & Co
Calhoun St
Globe Mills
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