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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1879
Page
2
The passage states VoorHEES will win a U S senate seat and notes doubt has been erased by repeated bitter abuse from the radical press. The claim frames the press as hostile while asserting electoral success.
A Lafayette Journal critique claims the Huntington Republican paper is the only GOP paper in west Tennessee and that the region is “solid.” The piece argues that many west Tennessee Republicans cannot read or write and have no use for newspapers.
A minority of elected Indiana lawmakers are far from harmonious as each vies for a U.S. Senate seat, preventing firm commitments to any single candidate or policy.
The New Albany Ledger-Standard reports it has moved into a handsome new building and appears prosperous. The paper is described as lively and vigorous while the Gazette weighs in on Indiana politics regarding the senatorship, prompting pushback from Democrats. The death list for 1879 begins with Caleb Crishine, ex Judge Charles T. Sherman, and Rupert W. Mackey, noted Warwick of Pennsylvania republicanism.
GaTH analyses suggest Tracrellan and Bayamp form the 1880 Democratic team with Grant as nominee. The note laments GaATH’s possible disregard of Indiana in the process.
The Hartford Post endorses Sry morR for president in 1880 noting he is able and pure but not available due to distance. favors Hendricks as the western Democratic nominee to fit the bill for next year.
Senator McDonald introduces a bill allowing states to tax legal tender notes with no higher rate than gold and silver coin. Critics fear the measure would be challenged as unconstitutional if enacted, with the Supreme Court likely to strike it down on first opportunity.
A Republican voiced view on Mr. Alex Stephens silver certificate measure backed by the Sentinel and Evansville Tribune. It may or may not stimulate business but is not subject to the inflation objection of paper money since the certificates represent real silver with actual existence.
The Chicago Ties argues that resumption was possible only due to Democrat led economies in government. It credits retrenchment and reform by the Democrats for success and claims subsidy and treasury breaking measures were pivotal in achieving resumption.
The New York Tribune depicts a southern Black voter as ignorant and passionate, formerly enslaved, now endowed with power to tax, vote, and punish former masters in a radical political struggle.
In Allen county the legislature may not pass gravel road laws this week. A Saturday meeting on the topic drew a smaller crowd than the first two, with scant city representation and many loud voices notably absent.
A letter signed Bub in Monday's News attacks the Hon R C Bel with unfounded claims. The writer alleges interference with Mr Foster's patronage, which is denied as false and contemptible.
The Gazette criticizes Hon. A P Epeertox in his bid for the United States Senate and warns Senators Foster and Saringhausen to view its advice with suspicion. The paper expresses high regard for Epeertox and laments the injury caused by the Gazette’s advocacy.
A Department of Justice special agent sent south to investigate election frauds produced a thrilling report now public. Its impact was dampened by the simultaneous dismissal of the author from the Treasury Department for complicity in a safe burglary conspiracy.
The deaths of two congressmen Julian Hartridge of Georgia and Gustave Schleicher of Texas are noted as part of a nine member death toll from the forty fifth Congress, described as an unprecedented mortality rate the country can ill afford to lose.
The Kentinel denounces a Geszette statement about Representative Fleming and Mr. Bell as balderdash and without foundation. It notes no denial was issued and asserts Mr. Bell did not seek Fleming's position and would not have accepted it.
The Indianapolis Journal argues for taxing greenbacks like other personal property and not at a higher rate than gold or silver. It supports Senator McDonald’s bill, saying no discrimination against greenbacks and that they are ready to pay their share of taxes.
A passage accuses The Gazette of publishing false material about Representative Flemte and Mr. Bell and the Indianapolis Journal of reprinting it as confirmation. The critique calls the exchange childish and puerile behavior among editors.
United States senator from Kansas Snearrs, now a re election candidate, is accused of securing appointments and extracting a salary percentage. Opponents back Pomeroy, nicknamed Old Subsidy, as his successor amid Kansas political graft allegations.
The Sestinel advocates council action toward a city workhouse and supports bills to provide subjects for medical colleges. The Gazette previously urged these measures, and The Sentinel notes it was early to back them and has pressed the council for two years.
The New Albany Journal and Fort Wayne Sentinel accuse the Indianapolis Journal of premature publishing, while the Sentinel and Journal deny the charge. The message was allegedly in type at one paper on Thursday, with publication following delivery.
The piece argues that Allen county's institutes for teachers are expanding and improving schools, but the Democratic vote grows with educational progress. It notes the Republican claim of 4000 Democrat advantage shrinking and predicts the opposite effect as schools advance.
The Tur Gazelle voices concern over Sentivet choosing a president for 1881 with Senroray backing Thomas A. as a leading option.
The passage notes a strong Democratic field for 1880 with many eminent leaders named including HendrickR and a confident belief the eventual nominee will be well qualified and likely win by a large margin. It emphasizes breadth of talent and optimism within the party.
A Western journal cites 51 clergymen out of 30 000 ministers in 1878, with offenses ranging from offenses against women and drunkenness to theft and murder. The piece notes the average rate and compares it to other professions, remarking editors rarely feature as principals in scandals.
The Gazette commends Congressman Hamilton for voting against subsidies and aimed at curbing treasury raids. It argues that under radical control many subsidies and bloated appropriations flourished, and credits Democrats for restoring fiscal restraint, citing Hamilton as a steady opponent of wasteful spending.
A 19th century Atlantic editorial comments on evangelical groups dedicating a Friday to praying for drunkards and the newspaper trade. The Chicago Times criticizes singling out journalists as a special case and argues journalism surpasses the pulpit in morals and influence.
The Indianapolis Journal notes rapid sale of 4 percent bonds as a sign of government funding success and potential tax cuts, but warns that massive investment at low interest reveals weakness in broader business health and suggests prosperity could place higher interest burdens on the debt.
The article argues two bills on cadaver use for dissection and permits for schools to obtain bodies. It warns bills could hinder science by cutting off subjects and export to other cities, urging legislators to pass the measures.
Evansville reports 1878 visits totaling 22 346 and 86 087 loans illustrating library value. The piece contrasts Fort Wayne with other cities and argues that a wealthy benefactor could fund a free public library, leaving a lasting memorial in memory of a life spent on money.
The New York Sun reports 98 executions in 1878, up 13 from 1877, all male with 80 white, 52 colored, 2 Indians, 1 Chinese. Most hung on Friday. Texas leads with 10, followed by Louisiana 9 and several states with 4–8. Nearly two-thirds of victims were Black. southern states account for 70 percent. Also notes 1,268 murders in 1877.
A House committee urges unilateral action to alter the Burlingame treaty citing harms from Chinese immigration. The report, drafted by Rep Willis, favors restricting arrivals and proposes a law limiting Chinese passengers to fifteen per voyage with penalties and reporting requirements. The measure takes effect July 1, 1879, while urging treaty modification through negotiation rather than bypass.
An advertisement praises Hop Bitters as a simple harmless remedy that cures every time and keeps blood pure, stomach regular, kidneys and liver active. It claims thousands are blessed and cured by it and invites readers to try it with reference to another column.
The legislature adjourned after a day of reading the governor’s message and scheduling legislation including a new judicial circuit and measures on highways, taxes, and public lands. Contested election cases from Madison and Delaware were sent to the elections committee and key committee chairs were named.
Washington reports Representative Hartridge from Georgia died this morning of pneumonia. The sudden death removes a sitting member from the Congress and triggers condolences from colleagues and constituents.
Washington news notes no joint rules between chambers. A concurrent resolution would bar sending bills to the other house or the president in the final three days of the session to allow focus on pending measures. The Senate also notes the death of Representative Hartridge of Georgia and the routing of his remains.
An alarm from box 3-1417.30 Monday evening cited a small fire in the blacksmith shop of Stanley Bieber & Co at West Main and Ewing. The Ewing estate owns the building. damage set at five dollars. Earlier alarms from boxes 1-7 and 1-6 reported a fire at Walnut and Oakley owned by John Snyder. loss about 150 dollars, insured for 100. A third Sunday blaze in Fred Menze’s smoke hose at 329 East Lewis street caused 20 dollars loss with no insurance. Incendiary fires were suspected in the first two cases. coal oil used in the second.
An ad touts Dr Kane’s Cave FORNA GOLDEN Compound as a universal remedy for dyspepsia headaches low spirits loss of appetite sour stomach indigestion liver issues and jaundice with a free trial bottle offered and a one dollar size bottle available through Meyer Bros. & Co.
The Jan 14 report from Mauch Chunk says Sharpe and McDonnell were hanged for the murder of coal operator George K. Smith at Andenreich on November 5, 1866. A reprieve arrived half a minute after the drop, arriving too late to save the condemned men.
Thomas Dowd was hanged at St Andrews in Charlotte County at 8 15 this morning for the murder of Thomas Edwards at New River on September 8 last. Death was instantaneous. About sixty persons were present.
Madame Anderson completed 2,700 quarter miles in 2 minutes 37 seconds for the final quarter tonight in New York. Money changed hands on the result and several gifts were given during the last four quarters. She is to rest for one to two weeks under medical care after the effort.
The jury found Dr. Myers not guilty in the state case charging desecration of John Sullivan's grave. The Herschel Myers indictment for Sullivan case was not proceeded, while his complicity in the Peyton case remains pending. Reed is at large with Sheriff Kintz in pursuit.
In the body snatching case at Huntington Herschel Myers was found guilty and fined 810 plus costs. Drs. Ames Hamilton and Emanuel pleaded guilty and were fined 10 dollars plus costs each. One indictment against Dr. Myers for the Schirmer case remains from two years ago and has been continued to March, likely to be dismissed.
An 19th century advertisement promotes Dr Kings California Golden Compound as a universal remedy for dyspepsia constipation sick headache liver complaint biliousness general debility and related ailments. It offers a free trial bottle and a regular one dollar bottle, with Meyer Bros Co Fort Wayne Indiana listed as sellers.
The article cites multiple breaches of the game law. It specifies unlawful hunting of deer and fawns from January 1 to October 1 with a fine of 10 for each offence. It also bans netting or shooting quails or pheasants from January 1 to November 1 with a fine of 2 for each violation. A section closes with a penalty of 2 for pursuing or injuring woodcock from January 1 to July 1.
An 19th century tone asserts the liver governs health and digestion in the Tinaan system. It touts Green's Armoist Blower as unmatched for dyspepsia and liver complaints, claiming dramatic benefits from sample bottles and urging purchases across western towns.
The St Matthew’s Total Abstinence Society elected officers on Sunday with Rt. Rev. Jos. Dwenger as president and Patrick Ryan as vice president. Will Mannix was secretary and the auditing committee included Frank Deagan Lorenzo Rochell and Arthur Suatlift. John McClain bore the flag. On Saturday Fort Wayne and St Joe Gravel Road Company met to elect directors Fred J Hayden H C Hartman F W Antrup Christ Parker John A Shoaff. Hayden became president and treasurer with F W Autrup as secretary.
An advertisement touts Hoschee's German Syrup as the only remedy for severe hung diseases and related throat and lung afflictions. It claims widespread use, noting 50,000 dozen sold last year with no complaints, urging consumptives to try a bottle, gular size, 75 cents, through druggists nationwide.
The Wabash Railway and allied lines push eastward moving vast through freight and new depots. An array of accidents and operations, including a sleigh wreck, 25 freight trains eastbound, a derrick car under construction, and 6000 shares subscribed, mark a busy period as officials file incorporations for the Wa bash and Erie Railroad to extend toward Terre Haute via Fort Wayne.
Market brief lists varied quotations for wheat corn oats flax seed and farm products. Commodities include flour pork potatoes beans tallow and live cattle with disparate regional prices and terms.
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