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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1900
Page
4
Sentinel The Weekly Sentinel Delays Printing for DNC Coverage
Notice to subscribers that the next issue will not print until Friday July 6 to ensure full coverage of the Democratic National Convention in Kansas. The delay aims to provide readers with a complete account of the convention proceedings and nominations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Sentinel
Weekly Sentinel
Republican ticket sparks debate on Roosevelt and Minney
The piece weighs the 1900s Republican slate with Theodore Roosevelt and President Minney, praising or criticizing their public personas and policy stances. It notes tensions between reformers and party faithful. It also covers China’s Dowager Empress and the Boxer issue, plus a census hint of rural-to-urban migration trends in 1890s China and U.S. urbanization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deniol
Sire Publican
Philadelphia
Eie Minney
Republian
Theodore
Tna
Delike
Ffs
Minisy
Roosevelt
Wein
Uistiv
Netic
Ash
Forest Party
Population contrasts at century's dawn in America
About 5,300,000 people lived in America at the century's start. The French population was five times larger, with Germany and Austria following, each significantly bigger than the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Germany
Austria
Population edge tightens against European rivals
The article notes that our numbers exceed all European nations except Russia, which remains the leader. It emphasizes that we now have more people than every European country aside from Russia, highlighting demographic growth relative to peers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Democratic convention echoes unity and Bryan image
The piece asserts Kansas City should host a love feast like Philadelphia and calls for Bryan to be placed on democracy’s banners by acclamation. It notes Nebraska’s nomination will be unanimous and mentions the lingering question of the running mate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Philadelphia
Bryan
Hill and
Shively
Unseemly Hilarity For Corpse Sparks Debate
Matt Guay displays unseemly humor over a corpse prompting scrutiny of Roosevelt’s involvement, with the question of consent vs force becoming a long term topic of discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt Guay
Haima’s Grip on GOP Senators Questioned After Convention
A Philadelphia convention note shows Senator Haima lacking absolute control over Republican senators he once wielded since the St. Louis gathering. The shift signals evolving internal dynamics within the party and potential leadership challenges ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phia
Haima
Fragmentary census note from Indiana county
Fragmentary text mentions a census point in Brownstown, Deci vsen county Indiana, with unclear references to dates and places possibly linking to Maryland and 1799. Names and details are garbled, yielding no clear event or outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decivsen County
Indiana
Brownstown
Thin Point
Maryland
Corto
Fragmentary wartime note on figures and names
A garbled excerpt references war time figures and costs with distorted phrases. It mentions amounts like F225 .060,000 and a vague note about representations and a horse, preserving no clear persons or events.
Lieutenant Governor Woodruff Declines Nomination and Plans Return
Fragmentary report says Lieutenant Governor Woodruff rejects a nomination for a major post and intends to return home after his current term. Experts interpret the garbled text as an update on political plans and possible retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodruff
Waverwar
Wow
Huaimess
Platios
Senate
Reat Voss
European agreement sought to restore emperor with international council
Parts of a plan to restore Emperor Kwang-Su with power placed in an international council are discussed as a possible European settlement. The note foresees upheaval if the truth about Count Muravieff and Kwane-Su becomes known, and warns of a likely death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miuravieff
China
Kwang-Su
Qual
St. Peters
Kwane-Su
Muravieff
Lake Township items reflect fires weddings and local activity
Lake Township notes detail a Lake Chapel ice cream social drawing a large crowd, health updates on Michael Bosehes, travel news for John Bonnell and Adolph Felger, a house fire at Barry Forbing’s home with unknown cause, the marriage of Adelin Mason and Frank Keller, a Chicago trip by Henry Felger and his brother, and the upcoming Republican primary at Lake Center. The stave factory opens employing about thirty, the Laughlins plan a move to Portland, Oregon, Felger’s arm disease showing improvement, confirmation day at Arcola church with twenty seven receiving first communion, the Arcola baseball team’s strong form, Jacob Felger Jr returning from college helping at Allegheny, and pastor Schouten’s pulpit duties nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Chapel
Michael Bosehes
John Bonnell
Pittsburg
Arcola
Michigan
Barry Forbing
Adelin Mason
Frank Keller
Portland
Ore
Charles Felger
Catholic Church
Jacob Felger, Jr
Columbus
Ohio
Allesheny
Schouten
Republican Platform Critiqued Amid 1900 Campaign View
The Philadelphia platform is said to dwell on 1896 and neglect 1900, lacking inspiration and clarity. It endorses the administration, reaffirms the gold standard, and avoids clear positions on trusts and anti monopolies while hinting at policy directions and potential running mates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Republican Party
Nations House
Brisfiv
Tismna-Payne
Merchannt Marine
Mesinky
Philippines
Porto Rico
Congress
Bryan's Running Mate Favored From New York or Indiana
The Washington Times reports Bryan may pick a vice presidential running mate from New York or Indiana. Indiana's Benjamin F Shively is seen as the strongest Hoosier candidate aligned with Bryan principles. New York figures like David Bennett Hill and possibly Theodore Roosevelt are discussed as potential influences on the ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Times
Kansas City
Myr. Bryan
New York
Indiana
Benjamin F. Shively
Bryan
Shively
David Bennet Hill
McKinley
Hill
Theodore Roosevelt
Empire State
Woman Fatally Mangled Crossing Wabash Yards
Mrs. Catherine Welch a 68 year old Irish native living with her daughter in the city was crushed by train wheels while attempting to cross under a railcar in the Wabash yards early Sunday. She died at Hope hospital within fifteen minutes. Coroner Barnett investigated the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Welch
W&s
Wabash Yards
Hopes
Wabash
Yar
Co Avenue
Helgland Avenue
Welch
Perhens
Fred Moss
Hope Hospital
Barnett
Ireland
Peitier
John Scully
Smith Street
Neely Case Postponed to Next Friday
The examination of Charles F. W. Neely in New York was postponed again to next Friday at 10 30 a m by mutual consent of counsel. The government plans to act soon, seeking Neely’s removal to Havana under the extradition act, with district attorney to file the application to Judge Lacombe. Neely’s counsel will await the government’s move before acting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Charles F. W. Neely
United States
Shields
Baldwin
Neely
Lacombe
United States Circuit Court
Havana
Congress
Deaths in City John Schroeder 63 Funeral Thursday
John Schroeder an aged city resident died Sunday at his sister's home 21 Charles street. A native of Holland he was 63 and a member of St Peter's Catholic church. Funeral services set for Thursday at 8:30 a.m. from the residence and 9 a.m. at St. Peter's church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Schroeder
Charles Street
Schroeder
Holland
St. Peter's’ Catholic Church
St. Peter's Church
Infant Neumeier Dies of Bronchial Pneumonia
Joseph Edward Neumeier infant son of Mr and Mrs Adam Neumeier died Sunday at the family home 403 East Lewis street at six months old The father is a well known grocer on East Lewis street
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Edward Neumeier
Adam Neumeier
East Lewis Street
Tombaugh Infant Daughter Dies of Cholera Infantum
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Tombaugh of 348 Cualhoun Street died at 4 o clock Sunday afternoon from cholera infantum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Tombaugh
Cualhoun Street
Infant Brandt Dies of Lung Trouble at Four Months
Otto Brandt infant son of Mr and Mrs Adolph Brandt of 331 West Tellerson street died Sunday from lung trouble at age four months and a half.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Brandt
Adolph Brandt
West Tellerson Street
Child Dies of Scarlet Fever at 29 Dubois Street
Schreiber, the little son of Mrs. Frederick Mahien, died Sunday morning at the family home 29 Dubois street from scarlet fever at age two years ten months and ten days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
He Davekt Vietta Schreiber
Frederick Mahien
Dubois Street
Pioneer Citizen Newton Hatch Dies at 84 in Huntertown
Newton V. Hatch of Huntertown died Thursday at his home at age eighty four from age related infirmities. He moved to Allen county from Toledo via the canal in the 1830s and resided there for decades. He leaves a large family including Mrs. F L Jones and Mrs. George V Kell among others. Funeral services were held Saturday at 1 PM at Huntertown Methodist Church with Rev. Mahin officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton V. Hatch
Allen County
Huntertown
Hatch
Toledo
F. L. Jones
Fort Wayne
D. W. Hatch
Hatch Hollow
Evie
George V. Kell
Theron V
B. Hatch
Perry Township
Florence
Anna B. Hatch
Huntertown Methodist Church
Rev
Mahin
Infant Rice Dies at One Day Old
The infant son of Mr and Mrs D N Rice of 248 Calhoun street died Thursday evening from asphyxiation at age one day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. N. Rice
Calhoun Street
Death of Infant Deane Ortman at 1 Year 5 Months
Deane L Ortman the son of Mr and Mrs William Ortman of 11 Jane street died at 9:50 pm Friday from pneumonia at age one year five months The family is noted in this obituary and the place of residence is given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deane L. Ortman
William Ortman
Jane Street
Mrs. Caroline Baker Dies At 69 In City Home
Mrs. Caroline Baker aged sixty nine died at 8 30 Monday evening at her daughter Mrs A W Caskeys home 68 Thomas Street. Death was due to paralysis she came from Crestline to the city three years ago and is survived by her husband and one daughter. The remains will be shipped to Crestline for burial on Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Li Fong Cheng
China
Sin
Queen Victoria
England
Li Hung Chang
Caroline Baker
A. W. Caskey
Thomas Street
Fort Wayne Grants Franchise for Indiana and Ohio Traction
The Fort Wayne city council approved a franchise for Indiana and Ohio Traction to build an electric line to the city limits. The route runs Lakeside Columbia to Harrison Pearl Fulton Brackenridge Fairfield Walnut Fox Grace Broadway to the limit. Construction must start within eight months with payments of 250 dollars after five years and 9500 dollars after ten years to the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
Indiana and Ohio Traction Company
Lakeside
Columbia Street
Harrison
Pearl
Fulton
Brackenridge
Fairfield Avenue
Walnut
Fox Avenue
Grace Avenue
Broadway
Cite
Eee
Bargains in Shirt Waists and Skirts At Low Prices
The department advertises deep discounts on Percale Lawn and Dimity waists and assorted skirts. Prices drop from 90c to 20c for waists, with midias and dimity sets from $1.75 to $2.00, and skirts discounted to $2.98 or less. The second floor introduces new attractions and ongoing bargains.
Hosiery Sale Ad Seeks Future Needs
An advertisement urges buying hosiery now for future needs. It touts women’s full fashion hose at 18 to 25 cents a pair, with offers like 9 for 18 cents and 3 for 25 cents, plus men’s and children’s stockings in various shades and styles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fark Ulaelk
Jones
Lea
Ste
Sand Point Items Show Flood Damage and Visitors
Charles Mollett hosted a visitors night at his home Saturday. Don Oliver of South Whitley visits his brothers George and Bencon here. O P Fairfield keeps a groundhog menagerie. Last week’s rain caused widespread damage with hundreds of acres of corn and potatoes submerged. Officials report uncertain crop prospects as floodwaters cover fields and wash out gravel roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Mollett
Don Oliver
South Whitley
George
Bencon
O. P. Fairfield
Local Real Estate Man Relocates Corner Office
Teal estate man George W. Jones moves from the corner of Calhoun Street to a new location at 22 Calhoun Street as part of this year’s market changes. The notice mentions binder twine pricing at 91-20 per pound and references standard binder twine.
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Calhoun St
George W. Jones
Calhoun
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