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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1899
Page
4
The Weekly Sentinel notes Spain would prosper more by practical policy than sentiment and criticizes the idea of buying back captured warships. It adds a quip about Van Wyck pronouncing his name across the country, reflecting late 19th century political humor.
President McKinley is noted for spending spare time on a plan to submit Cuba's annexation to a popular vote. He is said to support annexation and has inside information indicating a large majority of Cubans would favor the solution to the long and vexing issue.
All officers and men of the District of Columbia regiment that returned from Santiago have largely applied for pensions. Now F. L. Graham and J. H. Griffiths, former DC regiment officers, are named as officers in the new Philippine volunteer forces. The change creates a puzzle for doctors, pension seekers, and pension payers.
The Transvaal requires all residents to swear an oath to bear arms for the South African republic in war. Americans face deportation if they refuse registration, while British residents are exempt. The policy could drag the U S state department into the dispute and prompt Washington Pretoria negotiations as official representations have been made.
The article accuses Secretary of War Alger of contempt for General Miles and recounts Miles acting as secretary during a secretary's absence. It depicts deliberate snubs of Miles in official matters and calls the behavior undignified and childish.
A remark asserts the secretary of war has been guilty and argues a cabinet officer should measure up to the stature of the position, reflecting a broader call for accountability and strong leadership.
The statement lauds Hon. Haze Pingree for his enduring effort to keep citizens engaged and active in public matters, portraying him as a statesman-like figure who guides the community through pressing issues.
The philosopher argues that although there may be no extra fun in being fired compared to resigning, there is more glory and a better chance to repay or pay back in the former path.
A balloon crewman named Alger remains focused on a perilous approach, holding his position with determined tenacity while hoping for a safe alighting. The scene conveys the tension of an uncertain descent and the reliance on luck during the final moments of landing.
The Republican state convention of Kentucky is under way and while it does not promise a six day go as you please affair there are indications of lively sport and activity among delegates.
By a presidential order issued over a year ago General Miles remains the acting secretary of war. The arrangement endures likely because revoking the order would seem awkward since the secretary and assistant secretary left Washington simultaneously.
The prince of Monaco declines a duel with Count Boni de Castellane, nixing any chance that Anna Gould’s pensioner might die. The ground is the challenger’s supposed title, which recent French title investigations deem invalid, as he holds it without legit right.
The death in Cuba of Captain Lee Linn of Wabash, serving in the US Army, will be mourned by Indiana friends. Linn was a notable and outspoken figure in Indiana journalism in the prior decade, admired by many for bold, vitriolic, and brave propaganda. The piece also discusses Secretary Alger, party factionalism, and the political maneuvering around his possible resignation amid anti administration currents led by Pingree and McMillan.
Secretary Alger says he will not resign this year and may not next, signaling that the president plans a strategic move at the upcoming Republican convention. The remark underscores a shifting alignment within the anti McKinley faction as they aim to influence the party's course.
Miss Ella Bulger daughter of P J Bulger died at 176 Griffith Street at 12 30 Saturday after long tuberculosis illness She had recently returned from Denver for health Two brothers and two sisters survive along with her father The Bulger family has suffered multiple losses in the past thirteen months with wife son and daughter dead.
Bernard Ganzer infant son of Mr and Mrs Steven Ganzer died Friday at home 287 East Lewis street from marasmus at six months. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 1 30 from St Marys Catholic church.
Miss Catherine Daley received word that her father Arthur Daley died Friday at his home in Lemont Illinois. She traveled to Lemont to attend the funeral and assist relatives in note of the services.
Mrs. Catherine Urbine of Washington township died at her home Saturday night at age 85 from infirmities of age. One of the oldest residents, widow of late farmer Joseph Urbine. Born in Ireland, she came to America with her parents, early Allen county pioneers. A devout Catholic, funeral held Tuesday at St. Vincent's, Academie TODD. Mrs. Sarah E. Todd dies at 77 in New Haven, bronchitis and asthma. Surviving children include Miss Bertha Todd of this city.
Anna Seely four years old daughter of Mr and Mrs A J Seely of 72 West Williams street died at 9 o clock last Monday from whooping cough. Funeral from residence at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon with interment in Lindenwood cemetery.
Hoagland residents hear Mr Rohr express desire to hear the famous Hoagland band play. Fragments note Fred Fry selling his gray team and planning Fort Wayne trip. Enos Smitleys move to a new home and John Roudebush remodels. George Adair harvests ten acres yielding twenty seven bushels. Houser Bros install a boiler. Catrina Banning visits Ida McIntosh in town. Rex and Bollinger visit at Dawkins. Votries spend weekend with James Votrie.
Thomas Z. Babcock dies at the county infirmary at age 54 after a five year period of mental illness. Formerly a prominent Wabash railroad engineer, he later worked for the Electric company. Residence was 107 Fairfield Avenue.
Light's life concludes after August 1884 amid a mental affliction. He served honorably in the Civil War with the One Hundred and Twenty fifth Ohio volunteers. He is survived by his wife and one daughter.
Michael G Kopp died at 5 30 this morning at his home corner of Lillie street and Creighton avenue after stomach trouble He was 65 years 2 months and 17 days old and one of the oldest Bass foundry employees Born in Jaxthim Oberamt Kreissheim Wuertenberg he came to Fort Wayne in 1853 and joined Bass in 1858 For over four decades he oversaw thousands of patterns Surviving are widow and three sons Henry Louis and William A brother and sister live in Germany The funeral is set for Thursday at 2 pm from his residence and at 230 pm from Zion s Lutheran church He was a member of Bruederliche Unterstuetzungsverein which pays $500 to heirs of deceased members
The threshing returns to activity as rain improves crops. Mrs Mary White visits Chicago then travels west to her sister. Miss Daisy visited Latty. John Hamilton proclaims a girl joins the family. Mizner returns from Elroy Wisconsin. Good loses nails to a visitor. Ehle paints his house as John Ehle. Will Pie threshes first in the district. Spring wheat and oats report strong yields across the area.
The lesson reviews Daniel five verses 17 to 31, focusing on Belshazzar and the handwriting on the wall. It emphasizes that worldly wisdom cannot discern God’s truths and that all earthly power is God's gift. It notes Nebuchadnezzar’s pride and downfall, the Most High God’s sovereignty, and the divine weighing of actions with MENE TEKEL PERES marking Belshazzar’s judgment and the rise of Medes and Persians.
Seavey Hardware Co sole agents for Famous and 19 and 21 West Main Street listed in a local business notice.
The text reflects on worldly power seen as precious, contrasting it with divine honor. Daniel rejects earthly applause, choosing God’s honor. Belshazzar’s doom is invoked, while prophets foretell Messiah’s coming after a long seculum, ending with a righteous nation.
About 200 feet of good iron fence and a frame building measuring 32 by 14 feet are for sale at the Hoagland avenue school. Interested buyers should call or write A. Hamilton, 19-21 Holman Street.
Administrator will offer for sale at the late residence in Lafayette township on August 10, 1899, starting at 10 a.m. personal property including horses cattle farm implements hay grain wagons buggy hogs household furniture and more. Terms cash for sums five dollars and under and credit up to nine months for larger sums with note bearing six percent interest and attorney’s fees waivers with surety.
TOOL DRESSING. We make a specialty of dressing tools for stone cutters, plumbers, machinists and tinsmiths. All kinds of tools made to order. Die making and dressing on short notice. ROBERT WILLIAMSON, 21-d&w-tf 37 Pearl Street.
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