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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1911
Page
9
Ronald R. Purman son of Attorney A. A. Purman of the city died Tuesday April 11 at his Jamaica Long Island home. Cause of death scarlet fever announced by his father who was at the bedside. Purman had moved east years ago from Fort Wayne with portions of his family mentioning his earlier Civil War era service.
A Fort Wayne man, about 34, died after a severe scarlet fever outbreak. Born here and educated at Hill School, he built a real estate career with Jamaica Estates, earning $10,000 yearly and planning a move to Los Angeles for Southern Pacific. He left a wife Marie Rose and two children Ronald Jr. and a newborn daughter, with a sister Theodoria McAlister and half-brother S D Hanna noted.
Rebels abandon Agua Prieta after bombardment and flee toward the mountains. American consul Dye discusses port reopenings with federal commanders. Douglas and Agua Prieta ports declared open. Federal troops enter Agua Prieta. residents in Douglas relieved at the new situation.
El Paso news reports a desultory night flare in Juarez as insurgents reportedly mass 1600 to 2000 fighters at Bauche, seventeen miles south, awaiting reinforcements. Firing dwindled by dawn, with Juarez on high alert and noncombatants moved into El Paso. Authorities doubt an immediate attack.
Reports from Juarez indicate no imminent battle for now as Col. Tanerlen denies firing overnight. Sentries near the El Paso smelter fired a few shots causing rumors that insurgents were close, while AP dispatches say Madero’s rebel force is at Sapello and Orozco Blanco commands near 3,000 troops with 1,000 more insurgents watching the railway for reinforcements.
Chief Dayton F. Abbott warned that his officers will arrest every driver whose vehicle lacks proper numbers. Detainees will be taken to city headquarters where they may explain themselves to the city court judge.
Fort Wayne fire chief Henry Hilbrecht received an invitation from Chicago to attend the International Municipal Congress and Exposition in September. The event offers study of fire fighting methods and new apparatus, with organizers arranging a lake trip for attendees from the United States and Canada.
In Sioux Falls on April 18, Mace Kaufmann a wealthy resident collapsed and died while leaving home to vote. The incident follows a past sensational case in which his wife faced charges involving her 16 year old servant.
William J Esterline a former township trustee and long time Allen county farmer died at Lutheran hospital at age 69 after five months of illness from loco motor ataxia. His family home lay ten miles west of Fort Wayne on the county line. He was born near New...
Carlisle Ohio to Allen county farmer and stock raiser Mr Esterline a longtime Republican nominee for county offices and trustee of Aboll township died after a life spanning farming carriage building and church work He served in the Civil War at Pittsburg Landing Fort Donaldson Shiloh and two years in Sherman s army He leaves a widow nine children ten grandchildren and siblings Funeral services were held at the Dunfee Christian church with interment at Lindenwood.
Mrs Alta May Brayer 32 wife of David Brayer a Pennsylvania conductor died Thursday at St Joseph’s hospital after illness since Monday Coroner Kesler held a post mortem at Getz Cahill rooms with several physicians Dr B W Rhamy to complete microscopic tests. She belonged to the Ladies Auxiliary to the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen Survived by husband two sons Michael 6 and Donald her mother Mrs S D Martin Walkerton and two sisters Funeral services and interment will be in Walkerton Monday
James C. Beeks aged 12, once a noted Fort Wayne lawyer and justice of the peace, died Thursday night at his Chicago home after the family moved to Chicago about twenty years ago. He is survived by his widow Miss Sarah Brackenridge, two sons and two daughters, including Edward Beeks of Portland, Oregon, and Arthur M Beeks.
A telegram to Allen Hamilton and Mrs Beeks cousin reports the remains reaching the city. The funeral party arrived in Fort Wayne about 3 PM Saturday and went to Lindenwood for a brief service at the cemetery lodge before interment in the Brackenridge family lot.
Henry Houser 75 a lifelong Allen county resident and retired dairyman died at St. Rochus hospital at 5 pm Sunday from infirmities of age. His son and daughter ill with scarlet fever were moved to the same hospital three weeks earlier. He is survived by two children Charles and Frances and two brothers Joseph Houser of this city and Charles Houser of Hoagland. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 8:30 from the residence and 9 o'clock at St. Peter’s Catholic church. He belonged to St. Martin’s Benevolent Society and St. Peter’s School Society.
Andrew McCarthy a 33 year old son of Mrs. Andrew McCarthy 1828 West Main street died Saturday night of tuberculosis in Ottawa Illinois He worked twelve years for the Roney Construction company of Chicago and had recently visited Fort Wayne His remains travel home this evening by the Pennsylvania Railroad Funeral services are Wednesday at 8 30 from the residence and 9 from the Cathedral He was unmarried and survived by his mother two sisters Mrs Henry Mongen and Miss Alice McCarthy both of this city two brothers James McCarthy of Chicago and Thomas McCarthy a professional baseball player with an eastern team
Mrs. Lauvina Hickox wife of James A Hickox of 1016 Ewing street died at 3 30 Tuesday morning after six months of poor health She leaves husband three children Ed Meyers Nettie Hickox and Harvey Hickox two brothers Nelson and Evan Ball of Kokomo and four sisters Mrs Redding Huntington Mrs C C Young Zanesville Mrs George Zion Zanesville and Mrs Harvey Wallick Sturgis Michigan Funeral services are set for Friday at 8 30 from the residence and 11 from Uniontown chapel Wells county
Mildred Catherine Steinacher aged 3 6 14 daughter of Mr and Mrs Bernard Steinacher of 446 East Tabor street died Monday morning from diphtheria. Father is a Pennsylvania company blacksmith. Survived by brother Erwin sister Irma. Funeral from home Tuesday at 7 30 am with private services and Catholic cemetery burial.
Mrs. Henrietta Schnider aged 82 died at 11 50 p m Monday night at her granddaughter's home 1413 West Third street after a week of apoplexy She was born in Germany widow of John Schnider Surviving are four children Mrs August Driftmeyer Mrs George Harter Otto A Snyder and Frank E Snyder Ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren Funeral services Thursday at 1 30 p m from the residence and 2 30 p m from Bethel Evangelical
After a nine year illness and two years bedfast Carl Heider died at 4 am Thursday from inflammatory rheumatism at 715 Canal Street. He is survived by his mother Mrs. Augusta Heider, four brothers W H Fred Henry Oscar and a sister Miss Dora Helder. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 2 pm from the residence and 2 30 pm at St. Pauls Lutheran Church.
Mrs. Margaret Seibold aged 75 died at 6:50 am Wednesday at the home of her son in law Frederick Glasenkamp corner of Sherman street and Florence avenue after a two year illness. Widow of David Seibold who died 33 years ago. Born in Wuertemberg Germany she came to America at nine. Survived by three children Mrs Fred Glasenkamp Mrs John Hedges and Miss Minnie Seiborg of this city sister Mrs Catherine Snider and fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Miss Mary Louise Ball of Plymouth, 20, daughter of Mrs Catherine Ball, dies at St Josephs hospital two weeks after an appendicitis operation. She was recovering but died soon after, a post mortem examination disclosed.
Mary Ann Scoles 74 died Sunday afternoon at her daughter Mrs C H Watson 2318 Walton Avenue after coming from Altamont Illinois a week earlier to live with her daughter. Surviving are six children David Charles Daniel Scoles Mrs Martha Jenkins of Altamont Ill and Mrs C H Watson and Misa Cucinda Scoles of this city. Funeral services Tuesday afternoon from the residence.
Evelyn G Guyer infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Guyer of 1750 Hillside Avenue died at 2 15 Tuesday morning at age two months Survivors include the parents two sisters Ruth and Esther Guyer Funeral services from the residence Wednesday afternoon at 1:80 Rev Jacob Miller officiating with interment at Lindenwood.
Mrs. S. J. Brandon of Auburn aged 67 dies at St. Joseph's hospital at 11 45 Monday morning from cancer of the liver. Funeral services and interment in Auburn.
George Richardson aged 83 died Thursday night at the county infirmary from senility. The remains were sent to the Wellman undertaking rooms.
Wheat quotes 84 cents per bushel with oats 30 cents and corn 45 cents. Some corn sold at 47 to 48 cents on the streets. Michigan potatoes price 48 to 45 cents wholesale, retail higher. arrivals increasing. Hog top grade 150 to 199 pounds at 6.40 dollars. Cattle prices unchanged. Hay brought in at 14 to 19 dollars per ton. Market light with few farmers on Parr Street market.
Chicago wheat futures faltered as bags of money moved away from bulls amid disappointing cables and bearish tone abroad. Domestic crops and weather remained favorable, while cash demand stayed weak. corn and oats rose slightly on rain but trading stayed cautious.
East Buffalo and Chicago markets report April 18 receipts and shipments for hogs cattle and sheep. Hogs see strong prices with heavies around 6.70 to 7.00 while cattle and sheep show slower demand and varied quotes in the day’s trading.
Legislature enacts a law empowering the county commissioners to hold back payments on contracts to protect subcontractors laborers and material men. Claims against county contractors may be filed within thirty days after work completion and pursued as mechanics lien style. Also noted is Milton H. Bender versus City of Fort Wayne trial in which Bender sues for 4000 after a wagon accident near Main and Columbia caused by a hole in the pavement. He claims a brain concussion and permanent injury.
Bessie B Shively 21 files for divorce from Charles E Shively after marrying him days after divorcing Herman Hoppe. She alleges abuse threatening life and child endangerment, with Shively owning a revolver and razor and being away on the G R I road. Also notes change of agent for a saloon and a jury trial underway in Milton H Bender case.
Receipts today include hogs 2,500 head with active trade and higher prices from 6.55 to 6.65 for butchers and shippers. Cattle offerings total 5,500 hogs 1,450 cattle 1,450 sheep 600. Lambs 19 head steady with prices 2.25 to 4.10 for sheep and 5.00 to 6.15 for lambs.
Chicago reports mixed dairy movements with butter sturdy to firm and cheese steady amid varied receipts. New York butter prices rise firm on large daily packs, while eggs hold firm with rising shelves for specialty and state dairy products. Poultry trades ease in Chicago and Toledo lists detail regional price points.
Fort Wayne market week reports wholesale prices for wheat corn oats barley rye and butter with Elgin creamery butter and prints listed. Also noted are honey fresh gathered eggs and potatoes beans chickens among readable items from the Fort Wayne Produce Co quotations.
The city of Fort Wayne appeared before a jury in the Superior Court this afternoon to hear a municipal case. Jurors listened as arguments and evidence were presented by city officials and opposing counsel.
Roscoe Dwinnell faced a $1 theft and prior larceny conviction, receiving $1 fine and thirty days in jail. In another action, R. M. Bender won $450 in the superior court over a suit against the city after falling from a wagon on Calhoun street seeking $5,000. Samuel Clem's will leaves $100 to each child Harry M Clem Jacob B Clem and Edith Miller with the remainder to the widow for life, division to occur after her death.
Lyndon West 21 married, sentenced to Jeffersonville reformatory by Judge O Rourke after pleading guilty to forgery. he had cashed checks for several hundred dollars after arriving from Grand Rapids. John Roberts jailed two to fourteen years at Michigan City for stealing lead pipe from William Rogge. Mary Carr accuses Lester Carr of abuse and living off her labor in divorce suit. F H Kleekamp sues wife for abuse forcing him to abandon home and live in barn. Christian Snider seeks divorce from Lavinia Snider after limited separation. Attorneys listed as Phil B Colerick and Leonard Rose & Zollars.
Monday in the superior court Jessia M. Barry was granted a decree of divorce from Thomas E. Barry. The case had been taken under advisement by Judge Yaole.
A brief quick-sale list shows onions at 1.25 dollars per bushel and assorted cheeses including Cream, Swiss and brick varieties with 20c, 18c, and 17c per pound prices.
A fragmented early 20th century price list from Elgin shows butter and dairy prices for various products. Butter Fancy Elgin creamery tubs priced per pound, country butter at 23 to 27 cents, and 300 lb Elgin prints. honey and potatoes listed with per bushel or per pound figures. apples and cabbage also priced, with chickens and other items mentioned in sparse form.
Quotations show winter wheat and various flours priced per sack or cwt with rye grain, corn meal, screenings, and bran items listed. Also includes cured and green hides, timothy seed, rubber and metals, wool, and city retail prices for hay oats corn. Prices reflect multiple firms and bid ranges.
Quotations from Fort Wayne Produce Co show poultry prices 10c per lb for chickens 2c for ducks and 16 18c for turkeys. Butter eggs potatoes honey onions apples pack and creamery butter listed with various per unit and bundle prices.
Wayne Street Methodist Episcopal Church selects Rev. C. Claud Travis to deliver the Decoration Day address at Liddenwood Cemetery on May 30. Rev. Travis has accepted the invitation to speak in the afternoon ceremony.
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