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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1894

Page

10

Spring Tooth Harrow Offer At 16 Teeth

Local dealer promotes 16 tooth Spring Tooth Harrows at 12 dollars as the city’s cheapest buying option. The seller claims unbeatable prices to attract buyers and emphasizes value for money.

Farm Implements and Hardware Ad Preview

Our improved C. C. Spring Tooth Starrow is one of the greatest bar gains we have ever been able to offer. It is tight, strong and durable and its actual field work will please every farmer. You will contrast your own interests by calling on us before buying.

C. C

Spring Arrivals of Lowell Carpets at Me 7 East Columbia Street

Fort Wayne agents announce new Lowell Carpets arrivals offering bright color and long wear. Prices set five cents higher per yard to maintain profit, with no other retailer matching the quality.

Lowell Carpets Fort Wayne Lowell R. B. Gard Wayne Street Ind

All Competition Furniture Warerooms Advertised

An advertisement extols extensive furniture warerooms claiming the finest in the state with artistic, honestly made goods. It promises guaranteed quality and lower prices than larger cities, positioning the store as a premier local option. The fragment stresses modernity and value to attract shoppers.

Baby Carriage Headquarters Advertisement Fragment

An old style ad notes Baby Carriage Headquarters selling goods via smaller fancy stores, claiming higher profits elsewhere and offering a quarter price advantage for carriages. The text mentions a larger department and newer styles but is incomplete.

Large Assortment China Matting Gains Popularity

Large assortment of China matting highlighted for attractiveness and practicality. Promotions stress ongoing yearly popularity and cost efficiency as a favored floor covering option.

China

Local News Notes From Fort Wayne Area Events

Typhoid illness in Monroe township. Birth of a twelve pound son to Lakeside couple. Black Clawson sues Crescent Paper for 4100. Licenses granted to Fred Lenz and Martha Biber, Hugh Folz and Belle Williams. Lt Henry Lapp kills a mad dog. M A Ferguson named candidate for second district commissioner. Peter Rudolph Pickel to California exposition. Christian church meeting to identify all members. Bank official Henry R Freeman injured. accident policy yields 25 weekly. Good Friday services announced with crucifixion theme. Grand Rapids marriage of Nancy Fletter and Charles Spalding. Fort Wayne reception. Lodge jewel gifted to George R Hench, with grand overseer title. Market dull. large forward stock on hand for sale. Elmwood Stock Farm to sell 45 trotters and pacers April 18 with Strathmore lineage and notable offspring. Catalogues to Rockhill Bros. & Fleming, Fort Wayne.

M. A. Ferguson Washington Township Skyrive Tur Sentiret New York City Peter Rudolph Pickel San Francisco Christian Church P. J. Rice Henry R. Freeman First National Bank Wayne Club Fort Wayne Mercantile Accident Association J. B. Alleman Trnity M. E Cass and Fourth Streets Grand Rapids Midh Nancy Fletter Charles Spalding W. H. Vangarden Fort Wayne David Bricker Bricker W. H. Stewart, Mee J.G. Casmen Indiana Elmwood Rockhill Bros. & Fleming Strathmore Red Bell Strathallan Rocxall, Baos Freminxe Ind

Breckinridge Case Stirs Washington as Defense Probed

In Washington March 19 a sensational Breckinridge defense unfolds with five attorneys preparing to place Colonel Breckinridge on the stand. Cross examination of Miss Pollard looms, while questions about her life and character are probed in court and amid crowds at the circuit room doors.

Washixeton D.C Breckinridge Washington Kentucky Wing New York Colonel Breckinridge Miss Pollard Major Moore Breckin-ridge Butterworth Wilson and Carlisle Washietoy Pollard-Breckinridge Mr. Carlisle Mr. Breckinridge Episcopal Church

Advanced Sermon Seeks Longer Creation Span in Grand Rapids

Rev T L Jackson of Fountain Street Baptist in Grand Rapids preached last night that salvation rests not in baptism or church membership but in a regenerated character. He endorsed Dr Harper and urged that creation spans uncounted ages. He argued no conflict exists between the Bible and nature.

Grand Ramps Mich T. L Jackson Fountain Street Baptist Church Jesus Harper

Scientist and theologian respect to rise in time

The speaker argues that future society will honor scientists as much as theologians. He cites the need to balance reason and faith and predicts a shift in public esteem toward scientific minds.

Death claims Commodore Whiting first to step on Japan soil

New York March 19 Commodore Wa D Whiting United States Navy retired dies after nine weeks since being struck by a taxi on Broadway. Kidney trouble worsened by the accident led to his death. He fought under Commodore Perry in the Japan expedition and was the first officer to set foot on Japanese soil. He retired October 12 1881 due to failing sight and later became totally blind. Two years before retirement he proposed navy reorganization plans provoking much discussion.

New York Wa. D. Whiting United States Navy Broadway Commodore Whiting Perry Japan Whiting

Revivals Open in Tent in San Francisco

The Methodist churches of San Francisco launched a major revival series in a large tent on the new post office site. Led by Rev. C. H. Yatman of New York, the inaugural meeting drew about 3,000 attendees.

San Francisco C. H. Yatman New York

Announcements for Allen County Court Judge and Officials

A list of candidates announces names for Allen County offices subject to the Democratic county convention on June 2. Targets include judge of the Allen circuit court prosecuting attorney county clerk auditor sheriff county recorder county treasurer surveyor and commissioner, with multiple signatories such as Charles H. Worden Edward Gourke V. Emrick Jacb Kern Harry Metzger William Meyer Jr J. Peltier Louis Hazzard Patrick Ryan Chas Branstratter and Ferguson among others.

Judge Circuit Court Allen Circuit Charles H. Worden Sentinev Edward Grourke Sextinen Allen County V. Emrick Jacob Kern Sentine Harry M. Metzger Sentings WM. Meyer, JR Sexriser Pilep Clarence, W. Edsall Isen Tin Bis J.C. Peltier L.C. Hunter Cass Srexringa Mie William Scott Lafayette Township Edward F. Clausmeier Sextinpi Louis Hazzard Alen County Sextinga Atrick Ryan Sestinga Chas. W. Branstrattor Sentix En Comminssigner Suvet Ming Orth Heh Allan Township Sexrixee Pleage Omy Nate Ass Ferguson W. Aie Leleh

Wayne Township Candidates Announced for Trustee and Assessor

Prank M. Cilapman announces candidacy for Wayne township trustee subject to Democratic convention decision. Louis L. Schroeder announces candidacy for Wayne township assessor pending township nominating conventions. Michael Walsh Steel also announces candidacy for Wayne township assessor pending Democratic nominating convention decision.

Townsiep Skyrixne Wayne M. Cilapman Townsiip Evitor Sextixene Wayne Township Louiss Schroeder Sentix Michael, Walsh, Steel

Wreck Kills Two Tramps on Nickel Plate West of City

A fast freight on Nickel Plate No 54 broke in two near Bass farm and Lindenwood cemetery, causing a deadly crash that killed two tramps named Harry Le Roy and John Mulqueen. The collision damaged cars loaded with oats and meat, stranded trains, and drew coroner Harrod to the scene. Le Roy’s belongings linked him to Chicago missions. Mulqueen’s letter suggests a New Jersey home. No money found.

Nickel Plate Road Bass Farm Lindenwood Harry le Roy John Mulgaeen Chicago le Roy Sunshine Bethsada South Clark Street Lake Front John Mulqueen Peterson, N. J Joseph Lawler Mulqueen

Train Wreck Kills Two Men En Route to Mage–Sillon Ohio

A wreck after a train derailment left two men dead, one badly crushed and badly damaged, dressed as workers rather than bums. The victims, estimated around 45 years old and 145 pounds, were heading toward Mage sillon to join Coxvy's army. Train officials and a doctor inspected the scene as cars left tracks, oats spilled, and meat cargo salvaged. A missing tramp is suspected, with mystery over a third man.

LeRoy Magesillon Ohio Coxvy

Buried Wreck Victims Identified By County Officials

Coroner Harrod to locate relatives for two men found dead near a train wreck. County arranges burials at county expense. Road reopened by 1 PM as wreck crew clears the track for train passage.

Harrod

Butler estate settles $18,000 with Soldiers Home case

Boston March 20 The National Home for Disabled Soldiers suit against late Gen Benjamin Butler was settled by the administrator of Butler's estate for 18000 The case originated in the supreme court of Massachusetts on March 17 1885 The plaintiffs claimed 15000 loaned money sent to General Tilton acting secretary of the eastern branch at Togus Me The defendant then treasurer claimed full payment The money was received by Tilton on May 7 1879 and allegedly repaid to Butler The payment was not accounted for by Butler J B Harper represents Fort Wayne Electric Railway in a $500 suit against N C Siemen and C B Siemen.

Boston National Home For Disabled Soldiers Benjamin F. Butler United States Circuit Court Butler Supreme Court of Massachusetts General Butler General Tilton Togus Themoney

Spring wraps on sale at purse tempting prices

A large complete assortment of spring wraps is offered by the Cloak Department. The items are described as undamaged and attractively priced for shoppers seeking affordable outerwear options.

Departments Full of Bargains The Dress Goods Embr oberies

Bargain filled departments offer dress goods hosiery embroidery lace andhandkerchiefs muslin ladies muslin underwear flannel toweling.

Busy Bazaar in Indiana Draws Crowds for Bargain Shopping

The Busy Bazaar in Indiana invites visitors to view the bustling crowds at the greatest bargain store. Shoppers are urged to buy for the future, noting that some stock shows water and smoke damage while the majority remains undamaged.

Indiana

Despair in a Public Notice of Forced Sale

A distressed owner appeals to the public to save the remaining stock from foreclosure and legal entanglements. The plea emphasizes urgency, avoiding suits, and preserving reputation as a critical asset while promising a forthcoming disclosure to the community.

One’s Suffering, Many Benefit From Penny-Pinching Lever

A clipped excerpt describes a mechanism that unlocks widespread financial relief inside crowded halls. It contrasts rich and poor, noting how small coins replace larger sums for countless attendees, from early to late. The passage emphasizes a universal appeal and doorways that loosen purse strings.

Prices Tell the Tale of Linen Goods and Hats

Local advertisement lists low prices for linen collars cuffs and hoses, fine shirts and suits, suspenders and undergarments. Includes men’s and children’s clothing across many items with cents to dollars figures, highlighting value at various stores in New Brunswick.

Norfolk New Brunswick

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