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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1900
Page
6
The piece surveys Republican moves in Chicago and New Jersey politics, noting Hanna and Roosevelt contrasts with Bryan, McKinley, and Stevenson. It references Lord Roberts, Kitchener, and South Africa, plus a Cuba post official’s alleged misuses and a Calumet tip incident involving Helen Gould.
The report notes Ira D. Sankey, the evangelist, will tour Turkey as guest of Christian missions after participating in the reopening of London’s Spurgeon Metropolitan theatre next September. It also mentions Rathbone’s confinement in Cuba and lack of arrest.
Chief Assessor Hannah signals the currency question may dominate the agenda, potentially shaping the outcome of the proceedings.
A New York Press writer notes Perry Heath’s friends expect his postmaster general to be in McKinley’s second administration. Adlai Stevenson may fill the vice presidency, poised and sensible, while Tuan’s imagined million men highlight China’s tense glances at foreign powers. Charles F. Dick, Ohio Republican chair, says “We have a fight on our hands” with Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota pivotal. The campaign will surge with literature and national speakers ahead of election day.
Debate over rising tea prices amid China unrest contrasts with world supply from India, Ceylon, and Japan. In U.S. politics Campau to manage Democratic national committee operations, supported by Bryan. Jones may step back. Also notes about Goebel assassination trial details and Governor Goebel plot context.
Fred Weibel began recasing the aging artesian well used by Allen County residents for years. The project encases the shaft to 100 feet through blue rock, preserving the healthful water once drawn by city citizens. A motor pump will push water to the courthouse attic for building-wide distribution.
The Daily and Weekly Sentinel announces E. H. Bookwalter will tour South Whitley on July 28, Monroeville on August 4, Antwerp Ohio on August 11, and Payne Ohio on August 18. If meetings are inconvenient readers may leave funds with the postmaster for later receipt.
Dr L P Drayer conducts a thorough autopsy and examination into the sudden death of Abraham Frans. Findings are released for public record and further inquiry.
The post mortem on Abram Frans aged 52, conducted by Dr. C E Barnett under coroner Dr W W Barnett, found no clear cause of death. Minor uremic traces noted. further microscopic and chemical analyses planned. Frans, of Brooklyn Avenue near the Pennsylvania pumping station, died suddenly after an evening with his children, leaving a wife and five children in poverty.
The Amateur Driving club schedules a race matinee on August 2 at the mile track. Featured events include a free-for-all trot and pace with Harry C. and other entries. additional pace and trot races list numerous horse owners and drivers, including Red Elgin Mary Centlivre and Paragon. Herman Tapp may enter Lestie. Paul Strieder and several others expected to enter.
Solomon D. Soliday of Fort Wayne Indiana and Miss Alicia Archer were married at the bride's mother's home in Sherman Township on July 5 in a semi circular lawn ceremony. Rev. C L Stratton officiated with Miss Minnie Saunders at the piano. The couple will reside in the county.
Lincoln Nebraska July 21 Mr Bryan has released an interview addressing the situation in China. He discusses U S policy and the potential impact of events abroad on domestic affairs.
In remarks on foreign policy, the speaker urges protecting American citizens in China and urges temporary withdrawal or seafaring refuge if needed. He stresses that if China acts in good faith, punishment and reparations may follow, and Congress can respond if not. He warns against foreign designs and calls for justice and fair dealing as a guide for U.S. action.
A shopper note promotes a half price sale on reckwear with a brand signature REUBEN S. PATTERSON. The fragment suggests a church or group preaching love and not leading fleets or armies. The text reads as a local advertisement or notice from Patterson.
Excursion tickets to Cleveland on August 3 for the Pythian Day Reunion offered at a single round trip fare. Return valid through August 6 on any Peerless Trio of Daily Express Trains with scheduled stops. Contact nearest agent by wire mail or phone. Bicycle suits discounted 10 percent during the sale.
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