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Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

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Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 25, 1889

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Congress Sets Hearing Dates for Contested Elections

The Rouse Committee's sub committee releases a hearing schedule for election contest cases beginning after the holiday recess. Hearings will occur twice weekly over successive weeks, with Republicans handling odd numbers and Democrats even, detailing cases across several states and counties. Senate actions include a recess consent and a Missouri River bridge bill, plus a DC representation resolution post poned. Police officers Palmer Flynn Ahern Cunningham and Kelly face charges of conduct unbecoming and neglect of duty in Des Plaines Street case.

Washmeton Senate House-Election Committee West Virginia McGinnis Alderson Atkinson Pendleton Featherstone Catie Arkansas Mudd Compton Maryland Threetoe. Clarke Alabama Posey Parrott Indiana Bowen Buchanan Virginia Waddell Va. Wise Eaton Va. Phelan Tennessee House Missouri River Kansas River Hoar Blair District of Columbia Palmer and Flynn Michael Ahern Cunningham Dvter Kelly Desplaines Street Cronin

Twitchell Delivers Banquet Tribute to Canada Governor General

W. U. W. Twitchell the scarred United States consul at Queen's University banquet praises the Canadian governor general. He lauds the peaceful unity of Canada and the United States and notes a frontiers defense achieved without an army or navy. The speech emphasizes friendship, moderation, and mutual respect between nations.

Kixeston Ont United States W. U W. Twitchell Queen’s University Canada North America Europe

Corrupt School Superintendent Forced to Leave Loveland

In Loveland Ohio on December 19 a public official J Carmichael a school superintendent is found guilty of writing obscene letters to students. Citizens confront Carmichael who confesses and demands he depart within twenty four hours under pressure from local residents.

Loveland Lovenannd Ohio J. Carmichael Carmichael

Burglars Foiled In Night Bank Theft Attempt

Burglars tried to rob the Discount and Deposit Bank at Kentlant Indiana on a Saturday night. They forced vault doors and damaged eight plates before being frightened away by dynamite explosions. They fled on a hand car from Sheldon Illinois, then stole a horse to return. If successful they would have secured several thousand dollars. This report also notes dismissals during the Cronin trial in Chicago.

Kextuanp Ind Sheldon

Henry W Grady Dies Editor of Atlanta Constitution

Henry W. Grady died of pneumonia at 3 40 this morning in Atlanta Ga He was a leading southern editor and journalist with ties to the Atlanta Constitution He studied at the University of Georgia and later edited and invested in the Atlanta Constitution He also served as Georgia correspondent for the New York Herald Tribune for six years His death ends a prominent career in journalism.

Atlanta Henry W. Grady Henry Woodfern Grady Nong Swan Grady University of Georgia Rome IlLis Atlanta Constitution Louisville Courier-Journal James Gordon Bennett Georgia New York Zeiwich

Crime Falls and Fleeing Thieves Reported Across Towns

In San Jose California William Eubanks killed his daughter then wounded himself after a wage dispute. In Springfield Massachusetts two confidence women swindle about 2000 dollars from charity seekers along the Boston and Albany line. In Wiscar Es No Man's Land thieves raid Stevens County Ros with thirty horses, while in Burrs Montana John O Neill is killed by his son in law after a wife’s return. coroner deems the shooting justifiable.

San Jose Cab Wm. Eubanks Los Latos Springfield Mass Westfield Boston and Albany Berkshire Wicsira Eas Dee No Man's Land Stevens County Ros Texas Brewer Federal Court Paris Exns No Man’s Land T c Reatch Burrs Mont John O'Neill Wim

Tragic Christmas Cantata Rehearsal Fire Claims Young Lives

A rehearsal at Tilden public school in Detnorr Michigan turned deadly when a candle toppled into flammable costumes. Sixteen burned, two fatally, with several others seriously hurt. Fifteen year old Jennie Laukshear died at midnight and Tertha Moods died the next morning, among others badly burned.Authorities battle blaze as injured children were rushed to hospital. two additional youths later died, and doctors held little hope for recovery.

Detnorr Dee Tilden Hiey Jennie Laukshear Tertha Moods Wins Anis Bessie Bamford Nellie Westgate Lucy Renshaw Carrie Bentliff Nellie Thatcher Cora Sherrick Bessie Zeley Don Mollandes Mabel Sonis Georcia Horne

Death of prominent Austin ottoman leaves large fortune

Mr A We Aus tin dies in Chicago at about 60 after neuralgia of the heart. He leaves a widow and two grown children and an estate estimated between 1 million and 1 590 000. The deceased was well known in Chicago society and had connections with Oak Park.

Gnieaoo A We. Austin Chicas Lus Suabiehun Ahy Austin

Trains Collide. Engineer Fatally Injured in Pennsylvania

In Benmie ncim Pennsylvania a rear end collision between the eastbound Buffalo Express and a freight train left Engineer Mouree Mosic fatally injured and Fireman Irwin Godby wounded. Dozens of freight cars demolished. no passengers harmed.

Benmiencim Buffalo Express Lehigh Valley Railroad Mouree Mosic Irwin Godby Prrtsscre Monongahela River New York pan-American Washington Pennsylvania Railroad Belroy E. W.kellogg Thompson- Houston Electric Company Hayti Douglas United States Wicenrra Kan William Frenane Kansas City Kittleman and Skinner Kingston San Francisco Cal Dunham Freeman Lloyds Cutter Tein Macos Crry Inn Swaledale Kronen Iowa Loxpox Mitchell & Shepperd Beadford Liv Janciorea Fpouseea Lospow Dee Bristol Lospos Great Oiitain Ed Hughes William Smith Ezra Cohen West Side Hughes Cohen Desplaines Erect Station Avraxy J. B. Sheffield & Sons Sangerties Onicaso Peter McGeelman Philadelphia Chicago Cronin County ‘Hospital New Yong Frank Stevenson Kilrsin Pecumonia

Five Masked Bandits Rob Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe Express

Five masked men robbed the west bound Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe express near Bangs Texas at 11 PM Thursday after forcing the messenger to unlock the safe. A train brakeman was shot and died. robbers escaped with only 57 from the safe. Authorities with bloodhounds pursued and suspected the men linked to a Brownwood office plunder.

Las Safeg

Defended Moor Murder Probe Follows Oregon Woman Surrender

Maurion Vv. Martin, aged seventy, was shot and killed by Mrs. Margaret Taylor near College Grove Faree county. She fired after warning and alleged attempted assault. coroner's jury absolved her. Public sentiment quoted as favorable to the killing. Local event notes: Camp 20 reunion and Turner ball gathering with John presiding.

Hormasp Ore Dew Maurion Vv Martin Margaret Taylor College Grove Faree County Howto Tastor Taylor Crown Sour Ciesen John

Sixteen Men Trapped After Cali Mine Timber Collapse

At the Lane mine near San Andreas California nineteen men entered the 400 foot level to repair loosened timbering. A collapse buried sixteen men while Thomas Corwin and two Italians escaped with Corwin badly injured. Rescue efforts had reached eight feet into the debris with no hope of survival.

San Anpneas Cal Dee Lane Mine Thomas Corwin Corwin

Corner on Wheat Secured by Ogilvie Mill Company

The Ogilvie Mill Company, the largest milling network in Canada, reportedly controls about 4 900 020 bushels of Manitoba and northwestern wheat. Industry pressure seeks a tariff rise from 60 cents to 1 per barrel to curb eastern market flood from Minneapolis mills. The firm’s dominance squeezes rivals and supports higher wheat prices nationwide.

Wissieee Man Ogilive Mill Company Canada Manitoba Northwest Territories Minneapolia Riners Dominion Oldlives Duluth

Superintendent travels to Eureka to curb diphtheria outbreak

The state Board of Health official has gone to Eureka in McPherson County to suppress a diphtheria outbreak among Russian settlers. The illness arrived with a returning family, and thirty deaths have occurred with one family burying six children and another four in a single grave.

Asenners State Board of Stealth Eureka Sidmunds McPherson Counties Tuulty Snuther

Private boxing match ends in disputed draw at pub

Smith and Slavin fought a brutal private bout with crowds clashing in and around the ring. Slavin led early rounds with hard blows, Smith rallied to a knockdown, and after a protracted 14 rounds the referee ruled a draw amid weaponized jeers and police calls.

Brvens Dee Jem Smith Frank Slavin Smith Slavin Slavic Eeme Shivin Glavin Brith Roy Tome Amin Smithidse Shavin Suatith Esdat Shain Iris Puushmiert Pall Tidit Ferum Tin Ile Fun CPO

Deed of a Tramp Tied to Mantwill Murder Case

Chicago police pursue a jailed suspect named Dankspingal, a Polish tramp with a troubled mind and a large knife. He frequented Mantwill’s neighborhood before the murder and is believed to have entered Mantwill’s basement where Mantwill was killed during a struggle over clothing. Police expect arrest before nightfall.

CiicAue Mantwill Dankspingal Dankspeigal Captain Schueltter

London Pelican Club Praises Slavin For Courage

The Pelican club resolves to send a sympathy letter to Slavin praising his courage amid a recent fight. The club will recognize Slavin as England champion and present him with a bearing. Fleming, Smith's manager, says the rioters were strangers to him and he severed ties with Smith. He suggests the rioters were likely hired by Smith. Briesens reports influenza closes schools with about thirty percent of children ill and many officials disabled.

Loxpon Pelican Club Slavin England Fleming Smith Briesens

Dakota's Destitution Voices from Governor Mellette

Governor Mellette spoke on the Watertown convention resolutions saying destitution should not be concealed. He noted small suffering districts and about 80 percent of the state in easy condition and able to aid. Northwestern railway contributions exceed 40000 in freights and ongoing half and free coal and supply rates for drought relief.

Pizoer D. D Mellette Watertown Northwestern Railway Bes

Dead lock in Montana politics delays Senate races

In Helena Montana both parties suspend activity until after Christmas as district court cases for Roberts may be postponed. A Republican caucus to nominate senators is planned for December 30 with Sanders and Mantle leading the field. The Democratic contenders are Hauser Maginnis and W A Clark with Clark favored to win though others claim majority support.

Helena Mont Dee Roberts Sanders Mantle Hauser Maginnis W. A. Clark

Young Swindler Arrested After Check Forgery Attempt

Harvey Longa necker, calling himself a swindler, tried to pass a forged check at the First National Bank in Brazil Indiana. His signature failed and he was arrested. a book of blank checks and a $1,000 McKee n’s bank draft were found. Indiana banks have suffered recent losses and an important arrest is believed to have been made.

Brazil Ind Harvey Longanecker First National Bank MckKeen Terre Nlante Indiana Supreme Court of Indiana Severxgr Zanesville Horace M. Wright Henry M. Sparks Isanberger Wilmore Sparks Wright Wilmore Intter

Fire wipes out Emery soap and candle works in Tyerydale

The Emery Sons soap and candle plant near Tyerydale, six miles from the city, was totally destroyed by fire. The three story stone building housed about 40,000 pounds of grease. A blown stop cock on a tank due to grease pressure sparked the blaze. No insurance coverage reported.

Thomas Emery Sons Tyerydale

Temperance Sermon Denounces the Rum Traffic

Rev Dr Barns delivers an intense temperance sermon at Wayne Street M E Church. He portrays alcohol as the nation’s chief evil, citing 75,000 yearly deaths, widespread misery, and crime. He opposes licensing as cowardly and urges strict enforcement and eventual prohibition.

BR. M. Barns Wayne Street M. E Kansas Ram Dnaultra Fe

Wichhman Receives Gift Cane From Anthony Wayne Staff

Wichman, superintendent of the Anthony Wayne Manufacturing company, was surprised at noon today with an elegant gull headed cane. Donors were the employees of his third son, expressing friendship and hoping to brighten his Christmas. Also noted are local death notices for a week ending December 21 and a crime report from Boston.

A.C. ¥. Wichman Anthony Wayne Manufacturing Company Wichman

Walking Match Results and City Crime Highlights

In Ohio, the six days walking race at Crewmanp saw Hut 131/2 miles tape Moore 145 miles Largan 127 miles Nolen 132 miles Guerrero 86 miles Mackey and McGregor withdrawn Needham defeats Paddy Smith 17 pounds for $1,000 at Occidental club in San Francisco burglary at Jenning bookstore yields about 50,000 stock bonds and 700 cash cashier Domingo Pann absconding from Omaha railroad with 700 short in accounts cause wine and women cited as the downfall

Crewmanp Ohio Hell Hut Moore Largan Nolen Guerrero Mackey McGregor Sioes Pann FD. Dew W. J. Couley Omaha Railroad

Influenza Outbreak Strikes Boston and Paris Officials

The influenza epidemic grows in Boston with 43 sick police officers and many firemen, clerks, and post office workers affected. In Paris President Carnot and several ministers suffer attacks, prompting cabinet meetings to be suspended.

Bustos Boston Paris Carnot

Col Welker Camp Marks First Anniversary Gathering

Col E 8 Welker camp Sons of Veterans celebrated its first anniversary with General C F Griffin and staff in attendance. Notables from Indiana included Adjutant General Charles A Bookwalter and Quartermaster General Homan, plus veterans from Auburn Columbia City and Winchester. The event at Morton hall featured a First Regiment orchestra and a waltz filled reception. The celebration drew leaders such as Col E S Walker and Hon John W Newton. Committees coordinated arrangements and floor duties for the event.

E. & Welker Sons of Veterans C. F. Griffin Indiana Charles A. Bookwalter Homan Indianapolis E. 8. Walker West Lebanon John W. Newton Winchester Mecera Will B. Beeson O. P. Ensley Auburn Maine Columbia City Morton Ball E. H. Bookwalter W. K.geller Ed. C. Close Tf. D. Miller D. Edwin Bricker H. D. Miller E. EH. Bookwalter W. I. Geller T. W. Blair

Special Counsel Named to Probe Ten Subsidized Railroads

Washington dispatch reports Attorney General Miller appointed Charles H. Aldrich of Chicago as special counsel to prosecute ten subsidized railroads for charter law violations and failure to report to the Interstate Commerce Commission. Suit has begun against the Union Pacific line in Omaha, with actions planned against Northern Pacific Southern Pacific Central Pacific and others. Aldrich formerly practiced with Aldrich & Barrett in Chicago.

Washington Miller Charles H. Aldrich Chicago Inter-State Commerce Association Commission Western Union Telegraph Company Peinla

Magnificent Improvements Planned for One Square Calhoun Street

A report outlines major renovations on One Square Calhoun Street between Berry and Wayne as 1890 approaches. Existing Trentman Cleek from last year will be joined by the Aveline house expansion and the Oil National bank corner project. The Odd Fellows propose a stone lock, Yong Trentman plans a three story brick building on the Lauferty & Co site, with other improvements in discussion but not yet underway.

A. S. Lauferty & Co

Accomplice jailed for receiving stolen property

John Kirkham was sentenced Friday afternoon to stay in jail for receiving stolen property tied to a theft at Horace Mariotte's. The case connected to Arthur Hamill, who was sent to prison for two years. Warden Murdock urged state officers to focus on inmate conditions and reform efforts.

Dudge G

Prisons Seen as Forum for Reform Legislation

The author argues incarcerated individuals are most open to reform and urges legislators to consider laws shortening sentences when authorities deem inmates ready to resume citizenship. The call emphasizes policy action to aid reintegration and improve civic outcomes.

Clergymen and Y M C A Secretaries Meet in Indianapolis

One hundred sixty five clergymen and Y M C A secretaries gathered in Indianapolis to discuss methods for promoting prohibition at state and national levels while avoiding party politics. No major decisions were reached beyond creating congressional district representatives to draft principles. General Cary of Ohio spoke as the main orator. officers were elected: President Rev D C Woolpert of Warsaw and Secretary Rev T A Goodwin of Indianapolis.

Indianapolis General Cary Ohio D. C. Woolpert Warsaw T. A. Goodwin

Amelia Pichon Adjudged Insane by Lunacy Commission

A lunacy commission comprising Squires Scarlett and Hays and Dr. J W Younge declared Amelia Pichon of St Joe township insane. The 43 year old spinster showed a three week rise in delusions before burning books and furniture. She is in the county jail awaiting admission to the asylum.

Squires Scarlett Hays J. W. Younge Amelia Pichon St. Joe Township Insane Asylum

Preliminary Examination Opens in Davidson Murder Case

The State versus Thomas Davidson for the murder of his uncle opened in Squire France's court with about thirty witnesses subpoenaed. Farmer Acher, who found the body, testified early as a key prosecution witness. Prosecuting Attorney Robinson led the examination with defense by CO. M. Dawson. the prisoner attended, displaying a stolid, defiant demeanor and keen interest in the testimony.

Thomas Davidson Squire France Farmer Acher Robinson CO. M. Dawson

Two Weddings at Pastor Northrop's Residence

Two marriage ceremonies were held last Wednesday at Pastor Northrop's residence. At 4 o'clock Philip Souer of Lake township wed Alice Hazzard of Washington township, who plan to reside in the city. At 9 o'clock Julius W. Baird of this city wed Sarah L. Ward formerly of Larwill, and they will be at home at 39 Melita Street.

Cupid Pastor Northrop Philip Souer Lake Township Alice Hazzard Washington Township Julius W. Baird Sarah L. Ward

Nickle Plate Sets Record With 72 Freight Trains In One Day

Big freight day for Nickle Plate with 72 trains through the city including eastbound traffic for Swift & Co. Armour and livestock. New engineers A T Anson and O Eaton hired. Henry Romerman Timothy Short and Tom Hill promoted from fireman as staffing grows.

Nickle Plate Swift & Co.’s and Armour A. T. Anson O. Eaton Henry Romerman Pittsburg Timothy Short Tom Hill

A Timely Gift to Rabbi Guttmacher at Chanucea Event

The Hebrew congregation honored Rev. A Guttmacher with a costly engraved gold watch during the annual Chanucea festival at the Standard club parlors in the Minde block. The gift, presented by his flock, marked his arrival with gratitude as he joined the congregation on September 1.

Minde A. Guttmacher Hebrew Congregation M. Frank

Departure Of Arthur Hamill On Prison Train

Arthur Hamill was escorted by Alvin L. Hubbard and Sheriff Viborg to Michigan City for a two year term in the northern prison after breaking into Horace Mariotte’s store and stealing nearly $20. Kirkham, Hamill’s accomplice, faces jail as prosecutors seek further information. Hamill received a large farewell as friends saw him depart, amid belief he acted under intoxication. Shoaff’s earlier prediction appearing true, Hamill’s fate followed Shoaff’s two year sentence begun January 24.

Alvin L. Hubbard L. F. Butler Viborg Michigan City Arthur Hamill Horace Mariotte Hamill Kirkham Young Shoaff Jerry Shoaff Shoaff

Reapers Work Deaths Sweep Through City

The city hospital saw the death of Martha J. Isett, aged 34, mother of May Isett. Urenic poisoning caused her passing, leaving three children in the care of the Reformed Orphans' home. Funeral held this afternoon. Albert Crawford, 26, died of consumption at 157 Wells Street, leaving a wife and two children. The family recently moved to the city. Mary Ruggaber, 77, died at home on Williams Street from dropsy. funeral at St Mary's Catholic Church.

Mippenhammer Elizabeth Hippenhammer Huntertown Cumberland County John Hippenhammer Pennsylvania Perrix Ilinois Allen County M. E. Church City Hospital Martha J. Isett May Isett Burnie Isett Iseth Albert.Crawford Wells Street Williams’ Street Mary Ruggaber Joseph Ruggaber

Ex Soldier Legion Formed by Captain Murphy at Carpenter's Hall

Captain M. M. Murphy of Mt. Vernon organized a large Union Veteran Legion camp in the city. Membership is limited to soldiers who enlisted for three years before July 1, 1863. Officers installed include Colonel James E. Graham and Lt Colonel L. P. Huntoon. It will meet each Thursday at Carpenter's Hall with a full slate of officers and trustees.

Carpenter's Hall M. M. Murphy Mt. Vernon Ohio Union Veteran Legion James E. Graham L. P. Huntoon L. Lewis

November Tax Settlement Totals Reported by County Treasury

County Treasurer Isaac Mowrer's deputy Cass Hunter presents the November settlement figures. Delinquent and current tax collections total 155,252.05 dollars, with old 5045.76, April 14861.37, general 19907.13, penalty 1203.45, and current 134112.23. Collections exceed last year.

Isaac Mowrer Cass Hunter Treasury

Thieves Enter Frederick Erdman’s Home on Yellow River Road

Frederick Erdman reported thieves broke into his residence on the Yellow river road Thursday night and stole three watches two watch chains and clothing. Also Boston manager Seele visited Hoyroxe urging Tucker to join the Bostons. Tucker declined. Page includes drug ads and a skin remedy promotion.

Frederick Erdman Yellow River Road Hoyroxe Mass Seele Boston Tucker Baltimore Brooklyn Brotherhood Club Bostons

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