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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1901
Page
3
A brief report notes that an appeal to President Kew Taws is reducing the Douala count in some instances. The item highlights the ongoing adjustment impacting local leadership and regional administration.
Foraker law preferred committee and York commission members presented a formal protest to San Juan citizens on February 2 urging repeal or amendment of the Holland bill. They claim the tax would widen poverty, cripple key industries, and unjustly burden property owners through heavy levies and a shifted tax base. They request Governor Allenby convene a special session to rewrite the act and fair assessor appointments, citing support from New York and Philadelphia merchants and partners.
A torn passage discusses rising timber prices as a cold season grows harsher. It mentions snowbound roads and scarce supplies, reflecting economic strain in a lumber or trade context. Strong entities are timber and winter conditions.
The piece notes a favored winter for logging with ample snow for sledding and cold, clear days. Ponds remain solid as logs lie in the woods, though unfriendly weather limited logging pace. Experienced workers deem this season among the best in years for log gathering despite some shortages and earlier delays.
Readable fragments report a new German military veterans organization in Fort Wayne with mutual aid aims and social fellowship. Officers named include President Bulve Michal and Secretary Charles Haytswain. about 500 potential members are cited and a Constitution by-laws committee is formed. The group seeks to honor European military service and support members at funerals.
In Menroeville a Chinese Evangelical Latha church member, Rev. Matselman, delivered a two hour lecture at Geargaardt church on “Boys Becoming Men.” He explored growth phases, praised audience engagement, and noted strong church work and membership gains. Subscription urged for The Sentiack.
In Terre Haute Indiana carpenter Charles Rogers fatally shot his wife Angeline Rogers and stepfather Milburn Baty during a quarrel over his two children. He then fled after surrendering to police and was transported to Indianapolis for detention. Both the wife and her stepfather were wounded and treated at a local hospital. condition not provided.
Two petitions circulate in Chester township seeking to oppose a two year term for an appointment. Supporters claim sufficient signatures will be collected while opponents work to keep voters from being counted on the remonstrance. Names mentioned include Tronk Miltenberger and Climton Hiick as leading applicants.
Wabash Marion Huntington Wabash City county areas will hold a joint high school track and field day on May 20 at Marion. Two representatives from each school will compete in most events, four in the relay, with a gold medal awarded to the student earning the most points.
In Lagro Indiana the well known Westone Hotel in the Waltuvh valley has closed after years of operation. Once the town’s leading inn, it stood as a centerpiece for Lagro, once the region’s most important stop. The hotel’s closure marks the end of an era for the town and its wagon trade.
A tornado devastated Esiveeton Indiana causing widespread destruction. Numerous residents were injured or killed as homes and buildings collapsed or were removed from foundations. The storm damaged power lines and halted traffic as emergency crews assessed the scene.
Rosanus Huis of Bidar sues Tweob Ral for Alvoree over a 16 year-old marriage dispute. He claims the defendant eloped with James Novark and later married dneob Young, owning a farm near Schooler Mich. The case touches bigamy and separation history in a turbulent local context.
The article notes a steady rise in divorce cases amid a tense mood. It cites about fifty divorce actions with costs often unpaid and many cases taking long terms to finalize. It records a shifting trend toward fewer divorces and longer durations for final judgments.
Telegraphs from Lewiston report the death of Rev. Otho Redmond pastor of the Bip List church after paritonisis. He was a notable figure, educated at Fyantiin college Class of 18PT, ordained at the Theology Institute, and formerly served the Convene pulpit before moving to Idaho. He was the son of George Robwend of Lake Ere, Western angiiger.
G. Mills, owner of the Wayne hotel, remains in contention as negotiations with J. B. Wopper and Jed G. Pennis proceed after a tense standoff with rival party led by Rosskin. The hotel stay and plans have seen frequent public discussion, with a final arrangement anticipated to be completed soon.
Campaigners from temperance and prohibition groups mobilize in North Manchester to oppose saloon licenses. About 100 Chester township voters face a Nicholson act remonstrance requirement to sign against licensing, signaling renewed local political friction.
A garbled account mentions Mr Missing and Mr Peters planning extensive improvements at a hotel in Decatur Galesburg Tacoma and Sterling. It notes new baths lobby redecorating electric mitigator and new tires with Mills praised as a top hotel in the state and promises of high quality service.
Fragmented legal notices describe foreclosures against Gustave Ronmer and others, with cases Ninwonger v Herbal, Yapel v Millwn, and Bakerpiay Paint Company v William Bremer continuing or awaiting judgment. Witnesses summoned, juries to be instructed, and court activity noted as the Allen County Savings association proceedings proceed.
Fylix Z Ferriguey aged sixty six died at home 197 West Sipottur street Wins City after a year long paralysis. He was born in Ryance and lived in Jen county since youth. Survived by widow and nine children Mrs George Jontan Mrs Charles Getz Mrs Joseph Betz Theodore Laura and others with relatives in Wins City and New Orleans.
A river ice jam from the Mormon River at Pointo Ohio caused a canal break and risked Wheeling and Lake Erie railway bridges. Two vessels, Gilchrist and Maquette, jammed in the ice near the bridge with a large load of hullsling machinery belonging to Hocking Valley railway, awaiting transfer east of the river.
The sixty-second Indiana General Assembly adjourned sine die after Gov Durbin vetoed several bills. Sixty-nine bills were sent to the governor, seven vetoed, with about twenty-five still awaiting action. Senators and representatives reflected on the session, with speeches, committee actions, and a focus on election laws and other measures likely to become law without the governor’s signature.
Residents from Ahgit and Lake towns attended Saturday’s youth institute at the International Business College. Participants included familiar local families and area youths, with plans for future community programs discussed.
A garbled OCR fragment notes visits and social calls around Fort Wayne on a Sunday and Monday. Mentioned are people from Folk Saya, Wave vom. Ynd., and Wave imports. Several names appear distorted including Mary Grynce and Henry Tacols with vague town references and church events.
The text announces preaching by Suntay Mayeh Krave Santay school and Jie Oh Erde at Waylon Biyidaye church. Quarterly meetings are planned with a Sunday evening service at 7 80. The presiding elder and all members are urged to attend. A gathering for church business is set for Thursday morning and notes March 1st for a meeting led by Pastor Samuel Hall.
Fragmentary OCR describes John White and Mrs Regina Batt connected to a property at Washington Street and Dreailway corner with Guthide real estate, noting Mr Hulser in Savery business and attempts to dispose of holdings. The readable text mentions sister, residence, and ownership but lacks a clear event or outcome.
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