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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1899

Page

8

Not Stolen His Father Kept Boy With Auntie Abduction Tale

New York reports that Charles H. Duhine and wife, sought in Detroit for the alleged abduction of Moses Fowler Chase heir to about $600,000, were questioned at police headquarters and released. The boy, twenty one, said he wished to stay with his uncle and aunt, denying kidnapping and claiming his father aims to seize his inheritance. Chase recovered from a sun stroke last September. Duhme denied plans to sail for Europe and said they would remain in town to await developments.

New York Charles H. Duhine Detroit Mich Moses Fowler Chase Dubhine Waldorf-Astoria Moses Fowler Clease Duhmes Hamilton Ohio McCluskey Chase Duhme Europe Poland Maine

Detroit Seeks Extradition in Abduction Case of Heir Chase

Attorney John H. Conley represents Mr and Mrs Duhme accused of abducting Moses Fowler Chase, a 21yearold heir worth around 600000. Extradition papers secured. Detective Cotter to travel to New York via Albany to pursue the Duhmes. Chase, once treated in Flint, was taken from Hotel Cadillac after reaching majority. guardianship dispute centers on his estate with an aunt and two unknown men alleged as abductors.

Detroit Michigune John H. Conley Co. H. Duhme Moses Fowler Chase New York Young Chase Duhmes Cotter Albany Chase Cleveland Cincinnati Cadillac Flint Lafayette Frederick Chase

Probate court orders guardianship perpetuated for Fayette

In a probate court order, Fayette is to have the guardianship ianship perpetuated by order of the probate court. The action preserves custodial authority and continues the legal guardianship arrangement as directed by the court.

Fayette

A Pretty Wedding at 43 Taylor Street

Miss Louise Kronmiller and Charles Bohn wed at 4 pm Wednesday in the bride’s home 43 Taylor Street with Rev Dannekerx officiating. Miss Tillie Kronmiller was bridesmaid Theodore Bohn was best man. The couple, soon to reside on South Broadway, receive warm congratulations.

Louise Kronmiller Charles Bohn Taylor Street Dannekerx Tillie Kronmiller Theodore Bohn South Broadway

Tapp Moves to Block City Shade Tree Destruction in Pavement Plan

Herman Tapp owner of lot 1 northeast corner plans injunctions to stop contractor from widening Lewis street from Hanna street to block and a half and cutting shade trees for a uniform width pavement. He argues double track should not have been built before widening and objects to land concession. injunction papers to be prepared.

Lewis Street Board of Works Hanna Street Herman Tapp Randall Tapp Leonard

Filipino Colonel Arguelles Sentenced to Twelve Years

Manila reports detail the conviction of Colonel Arguelles for treason over advocating autonomy under the United States rather than independence. He was initially condemned but had his death sentence commuted due to past service. The case reflects tensions within the insurgent leadership as American volunteers return to the U.S. and outposts seize General Pio Del Pilar's brass band.

Manila Arguelles Schurman United States Washington Regiment Pio del Pilar

Kipling Seen Quietly Boarding Train Aboard Return

Witnesses note Rudyard Kipling traveled to the United States, then boarded a railway carriage in a corner seat, reading a paper and smoking. Observers report he appears improved since departing England.

United States Kipling England

Largest soda ash plant planned for Barberton Ohio

Akron Ohio June 22 The largest soda ash factory in the United States is to be erected at Barberton by capitalists tied to the Pittsburg Plate Glass company. The Pennsylvania chartered corporation will have 3 000 000 dollars capital and employ 500 men.

Akron Ohio United States Barberton Pittsburg Plate Glass Company Pennsylvania

Fort Wayne to Form Commercial Exchange

Fort Wayne hosts a city hall meeting to organize a commercial exchange to boost business interests and attract new manufacturing enterprises. A. J. Moynihan chairs. J. B. Manning serves as secretary. a ten member committee is named to draft plans and recruit members for a permanent organization with social and business aims.

Fort Wayne A. J. Moynihan John B. Mamning P. A. Randal Randall BR. BE. Hanna E. C. Burode Frank Alderman Henry Beadell Scherer Mr. Freiburger Messrs Robert Millard A. Mergentheim C. A. Wilding J. B. Manning R. B. Hanna P. A. Randall E. M. Wilson F. W. Culbertson W. F. Graeter

Farmer Arrested After Walking Cow Down Street

Officer Knock arrested Christian Schneider, a farmer, after he led a hungry cow along the sidewalk while jagged from drink. Schneider had tied the cow outside a saloon and disappeared inside until closing. The cow was later fed in a barn as Schneider slept off his jag at the station.

Knock Christian Schneider Schneider

Woman Located in Fort Wayne Still Under Watch

Superintendent Gorsline reports Sarah Ann Gabler located in Fort Wayne. She will not be molested until her father, who has been notified, is heard from.

Gorsline Sarah Ann Gabler Fort Wayne

Marriage Licenses Granted in Local Court Docket

Charles J. Bolen weds Louise Kron Miller. John A. Baker weds Desdemonia Beetse. William W. Robertson weds Merica B. Hill. Lilburn C. Payne weds Gertrude M. Clew. Henry Simminger weds Herminia H. Nahrwald.

Charles J. Bolen Louise Kronmiller John A. Baker Desdemonia Beetse Lilburn Payne Gertrude M. Clew Henry Simminger Herminia H. Nahrwald

Serum for Cure of Cancer Report from Antwerp

June 22 doctors Quette and Lebro of the Belgian Medical Academy report a cancer serum with successful horse experiments, claiming conclusive efficacy.

Antwerp Requette and Lebro

Admiral Dewey Visits Ceylon Aboard Olympia

The United States cruiser Olympia with Admiral Dewey arrived at Colombo at 6 am from Singapore on June 15. He met Governor West Ridgeway’s aide and Colonel Savage, toured the city, and attended a breakfast before returning to the ship. The Planters Association and chamber of commerce presented a silver casket, tea for the crew, and an address. Dewey expressed deep appreciation for the welcome and will stay about a week.

Colombo Ceylon Olympia Admiral Dewey Singapore Sir Joseph West Ridgeway Dewey Savage Colonel Savage Hooken Gallofice Planters' Association Chamber of Commerce

National Educational Association Convention in Los Angeles

The National Education Association convention meets in Los Angeles, California from July 11 to 14. The notice promotes travel via Mickel Plate road with a trio of daily express trains and exceptional dining car service. Rates are low. agents can provide details.

Los Angeles Cal Mickel Plate Road

Kipling Tries to Hide As Crowd Sees Arrival

Liverpool crowds gathered at the landing stage to greet the Teutonic passengers from New York on June 14. Rudyard Kipling and his wife were reported ashore hours earlier, then found aboard as a stampede ensued to the rail. He refused interviews and left aboard the steamer.

Liverpool White Star Line Teutonic New York Mr. Kipling Euipha Asalag Pecsseses

Nickel Plate plans annual Niagara Falls excursion

The Nickel Plate road will run its usual August excursion to Niagara Falls with return tickets valid on any of three fast express trains for fifteen days. The event, long popular, is set for August 14th or 15th with more details to follow.

Nickel Plate Road Niagara Falls

Nickel Plate Excursion To California For Educators

National Education Association convention in Los Angeles outlined with Nickel Plate tickets on sale June 24 to July 7. Round trip fare is one fare plus two dollars, with details available from agents.

California National Educational Association Los Angeles Cal

Appeals to the Preachers A New York Evangelical Call

William Phillips Hall a noted New York business man and evangelistic worker calls on ministers across the city to unite in Christian effort. He cites conversions and moral impact from meetings, urging churches to pray and mobilize for evangelization to bring a more heavenly atmosphere to New York.

New York William Phillips Hall Christian Ministers of Christ Boston New York Evening Papers

Mysterious Disappearance Of Helen Eames In South Framingham

Helen Eames eleven daughter of Alfred M Eames wealthy wheel maker disappeared after visiting her father office on a bicycle about 2 pm yesterday. Police suspect kidnapping as search efforts extend through the night with no trace found.

South Framingham Mass Helen Eames Alfred M. Eames Secon

Epworth League Delegates Return From Geneva Convention

Delegates from Fort Wayne to the district Epworth league returned last evening from Geneva where the convention was held. Among the ee ind nde-

Fort Wayne Epworth League Geneva

Church representatives elect district officers for next year

A list of church representatives from Berry Street Trinity Simpson and Wayne street churches is followed by the newly elected district officers for the coming year. The slate includes President Miss Cora Hood Os sian First Vice President Miss Nellie Mason Bluffton Second Vice President Mrs J P Hale Bluffton Third Vice President Miss Mollie Scheer Geneva Fourth Vice President F W Johnson Monroeville Secretary Mrs E R Gesaman Fort Wayne Treasurer Mr Johnson Angola Superintendent of Juniors Mrs D Hale Decatur.

L. E. Rock Alice Dunfee Berry Street Church Sherman Powell Josie Planck Trinity Church Johnson Alta Hines Leyis Simpson Church W. D. Parr E. R. Gesaman Aran Wayne Street Church Cora Hood Nellie Mason Bluffton J. P. Hale Mollie Scheer Geneva F. W. Johnson Monroeville Fort Wayne Mr. Johnson Angola D. Hale Decatur

Meyer and Gorman arraigned over neighborhood racket

Jacob Meyer and Adam Gorman were arraigned in Justice Bullerman's court on affidavits by William H. Grage. Gorman, a painter, had been hired by Meyer to paint his house next door. A restraining order had been issued, but tensions continued and Gorman allegedly assaulted Grage while Meyer drew a revolver. both were fined, with further action anticipated.

Jacob Meyer Adam Gorman

Great Strike Settled for Western Coal Miners

President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers reports a settlement of the western coal miners strike in Missouri Kansas Indian Territory and Arkansas after two months. About 22 000 of 30 000 strikers will return to work with eight hour days wage increases of 12 14 to 15 percent and run of mine coal weighing. Most western companies signed though Missouri Pacific Missouri Kansas and Texas St Louis and San Francisco and Choctaw and Gulf did not.

Indianapolis Ind Mitchell United Mine Workers’ Union of America John P. Rose James Boston International Union Mississippi Missouri Kansas Indian Territory Arkansas Missouri Pacific Texas St. Louis San Francisco

Taking Testimony in Schell Loan Involuntary Bankruptcy

Under Judge Baker the United States court began taking testimony in involuntary bankruptcy petitions against directors of the Schell Loan and Investment Company. Attorneys for both sides appeared as the examination of Joseph Harding began and Lizzie Hirons testified. Schell was too ill to appear, with a probable continuance planned for deposition or testimony when able.

Baker United States Court Chapin Friday Scell Loan and Investment Company Robertson & O’rourke L. M. Ninde & Sons James B. Harper E. V. Harris J. F. Schell T. E. Ellison A. H. Bittinger Joseph Harding Lizzie Hirons

Singmaster Hall Printing & Box Company Formed

A new firm, Singmaster Hall Printing & Box, will begin after July 1 with W A Hall purchasing a half-interest in Joseph M Singmaster's printing office. Hall, a thorough job printer, has managed the Aldine Printing company for years, and the new venture is expected to succeed.

W. A. Hall Joseph M. Singmaster Singmaster-Hall Printing & Box Company Hall Aldine Printing Company

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THE Detroit Story Mammoth Soda Ash Factory William W. Robertson Merica B. Hill National Educational Association Convention Christian Worker Man Sian Meyer Revolver Jacob Meyer and Painter Bullerman Castoria Hptilidex Packard Packard Music House Calhoun St Fort Wayne, Ind Charles Austin Bates NYT Porrek Dera Bole Wrops Baby Stein Standard Ole Co Undertaker Robert Klaehn West Main Main D. B. Gard SP Warne Warne Street Fort
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