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Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

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Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1890

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A Reign of Terror in Croat Keys Mayor Terrorizes Town

Croat Keys Florida May 14 Mayor Cotterill terrorizes the town since Saturday. He shot at a lighthouse keeper but missed and held up a railroad agent with a shotgun. he insulted the U S customs collector and threatened the clergy. A plan to capture Cotterill with marshals is underway as many residents flee.

Croat Keys Fla Cotterill F.C. and P. Railway United States Collector of Customs Tallahasse Fleming Pinkerton Jacksonville United States

Coal Mine Disaster Scenes At Wikefraine Pa May 16

A severe mine collapse at No 8 near Ashley Pa on May 16 entombed over twenty five workers. Rescue efforts continued amid chaos as families gathered in distress. Three men were rescued early. one later died, and nineteen bodies were recovered with more feared dead. The incident sparked widespread mourning and horror.

Wikefraine Ashley John Allen Anthony Frail Robert N. Roberts Wixersparne Russ Wriressarre

Kentucky Senator Contest Goes On With No Clear Settlement

Fraxgronrt Ky May 14 The senatorial caucus fight in Kentucky simmers with no obvious settlement. Western Kentuckians seek a consolidating candidate as Carlisle McCreary Lindsay and Reeves factions jostle for influence. Buckner remains a possible compromise while Knott’s strength is regional. McCrearys stay quiet but confident. Lindsay supporters tout control of about twenty four votes. Carlisle backers push their favorite as an outraged defeat, a stance that strains support.

Fraxgronrt Carlisle McCreary Lindsay Ranke Judge Reeves McKenzill Buckner Knott Judge Lindsay

Ex-Senator Jones Held for Sanity Exam in Michigan

In Demoir Michigan on May 19 the sanity hearing for ex Senator Charles W. Jones of Florida took place before Probate Judge Darbee. Jones sought to remove the case to federal court, but the petition was denied and a committal order issued. He fled before the order, deputies seek him, and he faces confinement at St. Joseph retreat in Dearborn with hopes of transfer to a government insane asylum in Washington. He vows to take the case to the U.S. Supreme Court, claiming legal points while conceding mental unsoundness on the matter of his marriage to an heiress.

Demoir Mich Chas. W. Jones Florida Darbee Jones United States Circuit Court St. Joseph’s Sisters of Charity Dearborn Detroit Washington United States Supreme Court

Distressing tale of George Brooks family in Kansas trek

Distressing report from St Joseph Missouri May 17 describes George Brooks his wife and five children aged four to fourteen walking more than 300 miles from Marion county Kansas to St Joseph. They left a boom county after losing farm and stock due to poor crops. Neighbors faced similar hardship. Brooks plans to return to Sigourney Iowa walking with worn shoes and severed feet. claims many in new Kansas counties endure similar destitution.

St. Jesrrs George Brooks St. Joseph Marion County Kansas Brooks Sigoorney Iowa

A Fool and His Money. Farmer Robbed of 13000 in Delaware

Henry Freeman, a farmer from Heinrich Shelby county Ohio, traveled from New York with about $13000. At Delaware railroad station he left a satchel on a bench, returned for it, and found the bag had bricks and papers instead of cash. No clues yet, but investigators suspect pursuers followed him amid talk of a May wedding in the Laine family.

Atlants Sam Small Fulton County Georgia House of Representatives Small Cuysinnati Henry Freeman Heinrich Shelby County Delaware Freeman New York Ireeman

Brutal Bentleysville triple murder shocks PA town

Washington Pa May 15 The Journal reports a brutal triple murder at Bentleysville eighteen miles east of the city. A single assailant struck the father mother and son with a blunt club during Tuesday night robbery. Blood and brains stained the floor as two hundred fifty dollars was found. No clue emerges. Grand jury offers 1000 bounty for arrest and conviction as officers search and coroner holds an inquest.

Washington Journal Bentleysville Here Crouch

Proceedings of Presbyterians at Saratoga and Saratoga and Sanatocsa

The 1890 Presbyterian assembly at Saratoga and later Sanatocsa convened with full galleries. Minutes were read, key committees announced, and reports on Congo trade, publication expenses, and ministerial relief discussed. Debates over constitutional revision split supporters, adjourned to Monday.

Sapatoca Presbyterian Assembly Wm. C. Roberts Dr. Kempshall Herrick Johnson H. 8. Little D. J. Burrell KR. E. Patterson Howard Crosby C. T. Thompson E. D. Morriss D. P. Putnam Hemphill Brown W. H. Jeffers Congo United States Brussels Francis L. Patton Princeton College H. M. McCraiden New York J. D. Thornton San Francisco Maurice D. Edwards St. Paul R. P. Shanklin Indiana Board of Publication Sarazona N. C Presbyterian General Assembly Asheville United Church Philadelphia Board of Ministerial Relief Perth Amboy Institute Crosby Patterson Presbyterian Journal Beaver Pennsylvania Henry Day

Mills Rejects Federal Warehouse and Treasury Note Plan

The Washington special reports Representative Mills rejected the Farmers' Alliance proposal from Milan county Texas for government warehouses and 80 percent treasury notes on farm products. He warns such a policy would force government paternalism across all goods and drive distress. He credits tariff reform champion Cleve and declines alliance support, stating he remains a Democrat and cannot share guilt of the measure.

New York Times‘ Washington Mills Farmers’ Alliance Milan County Texas Treasury National Democrat Cleve

Woman decapitated after running before eastbound train

Nancy Deniere died when she attempted to flee a weatherbound Erie train at Leavittzburg and stopped in front of an oncoming eastbound train. Alvakemanu, who tried to rescue her, lost an arm. Her husband was killed at the same spot under similar circumstances weeks earlier.

Cunvenasi, O Nancy Deniere Erie Road Leavittzburg Alvakemanu

Protectionists bid for votes on tariff bill in McKinley era

In Prrissiin Pa on May 20 half 2 million dollars would be invested in a tin plate mill locally if the McKinley tariff bill passes. The project would be among the world’s largest. In Crivavo May 16 Judge Thomas Drummond of the United States circuit court, a longtime jurist, died suddenly at Wheaton Ill.

Prrissiin

Controversy in House over Campbell affidavit noted in Washington

In the House Mr. Wilson of West Virginia questioned Mr. Bayne about charges in Mr. Campbell's letter. Bayne apologized for the dispute and denied intending to reflect on Bynum or Wilson. The Kemumler case slated for 3 p.m. in the Supreme Court. Cornell University vs Fisk affirmed against the lower court. Court also ruled Virginia coupon cases in favor of bond holders. President sent Senate a plan for a Pan American railway survey with US share estimated at 65,000 dollars.

Washscren Mr. Wilson West Virginia Mr. Bayne Mr. Bynum Campbell Mr. Campbell Wilson Virginia Senate Secretary of State Congress United States

Kemmler Case Reserved as Congress Debates Liquor Bill

Washington May 20 The Supreme Court has reserved its decision in the Kemmler case and adjourned until Friday The Senate is weighing a judiciary committee bill to counter effects of the recent Supreme Court liquor decision on original packages The House spent time on the tariff bill with amendments offered by several members including an anti minimum internal revenue penalty and a tobacco tax repeal and free admission for iron and steel baling hoops

Genera Assembly The Presbyterian Church, South General Assembly Louisana State Lottery Company Sanatocsa Presbyterian Assembly Presbytery Philadelphia Pan-Presbyterian Convention Presbytery of Olymphia Synod of Columbia Synod of Idaho Washington Alaska Bismarck Presbyterian Church Oklahoma Chickasaw Littie D. D Texas Board of Home Missions New Mexico Marion Ohio Wall. Irwin New York New Jersey Supreme Court Kemmler Senate Judiciary Committee House Grosvenor Henderson North Carolina Mr. Cowles Sayres

Collision Between Strikers and Troops in Pinsen

Five strikers killed and seven wounded in a clash between striking colliers and troops at Pinsen Bohemia on May 20. In Lincolnshire Gladstone called for a dissolution of parliament during a Spalding address. In the Lords Lord Weymouth denounced socialist legislation. In Orrawas Ontario the British government seeks full explanation on General Middleton and the looting of Bremners furs in the Northwest rebellion.

Pinsen Bohemia Gnd Lonpox Gladstone Spauiding Lincolnshire Liberal Party Lord Weymss House of Lords Orrawas Ont Sir Frederick Middleton

Hotels Hit By Waiter Strikes In Cariaco May 20

Three local hotels Palmer Tre Mont and Commercial face staffing shortages as waiter strikes spread. Grand Pacific and Audit sign the culinary alliance scale while Tremont bell boys join the walkout. Chambermaids cooks and other staff are working with noticeable grumbling.

Cariaco, I Palmer Tremont Grand Pacific Culinary Alliance Tremont House

Garfield remains moved to new monument crypt

In Crevetano Ohio on May 20 the bronze casket of President Garfield was moved from the Lake View cemetery public vault to the crypt of the new monument. Grandma Garfield’s coffin was transferred at the same moment. Both caskets were opened briefly for family members to confirm the remains, then sealed for all time.

Crevetano Ohio President Garfield Lake View Grandma Garfield Garfield

Hynes Short in Hibernian Treasury at Hartford

Patrick Hynes, longtime treasurer of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, is missing after reporting a home refit two weeks ago while preparation for Hartford convention. A shortage of about 1490 dollars is suspected in his Hibernian account, with bondsmen expected to cover the gap as the convention chose Thomas J. Dundon of Ohio as successor.

New York Patrick Hynes Green’s Point L. I Order of Hibernians Order Hartford Sun Hynes Thomas J. Dundon Ohio

Miners Hide 5000 in Gold in Trunks in Michigan Mine

In Ismonxe Mich May 20 Henry Vurkow and son William two miners at the Michigan gold mine quit work and planned to go home to England. They were stopped when trunks were searched revealing more than 5000 dollars in gold concealed.

Ismonxe, Mich Henry Vurkow Wiliam Michigan England

City imposes $50 monthly liquor tax in Burlington

In a May 20 meeting Mayor Duncan recommended a new ordinance. The Burlington city council approved a tax of 50 dollars per month on all liquor selling venues in the city, of which about eighty operate. Revenue plans were noted.

Bracocrox Iowa Duncan

City Funds Dip After Supreme Court Ruling

The city council moved to allot proceeds into the general fund following city attorney guidance. The action stems from the Supreme Court decision on the original package question, shaping the fiscal handling and legal interpretation.

General Fund United States Supreme Court

Son of Charles Zwick Missing After River Outing

A 19 year old son of Charles Zwick from Bin­gen Adams County disappeared after taking a boat onto the St Marys river to fish last Thursday. The boat drifted ashore among bushes and no trace of him remains. A search and river dragging are underway to solve the mystery.

Charles Zwick Adams County Bingen Allen County St. Mary’s River

Divorce and court actions overload Superior Court docket

Judge Chapin granted a divorce to John Schawb after hearing evidence in the Schwab case. Rachel Moha seeks a legal separation from David Moha over cruelty and abandonment, with custody requested for daughter Emma. Chas Parker and J R Bittinger sue Clara Parker for abandonment seeking custody of two children. Acts include venue change in Daniel Railing v Pennsylvania Railroad, loss of arm claimed at $5,000, and $200 award in H C Hanna v estate of E Sinclair. Jury verdict for $692 in L M Ninde and T E Ellison v John W Rout. James Bolyard sentenced to one year for larceny. Several dismissals and adjournments occur as judges move to pending matters and drainage petition, with county commissioners in Lake township.

Chapin Schawb John Schawb Rachel Moha David Moha Emma F. Harper Chas. W. Parker J. R. Bittinger Circuit Court Clara Parker Alden Daniel Railing Pennsylvania Railroad Company Warsaw Railing H. C. Hanna E. Sinclair Hanna L. M. Ninde T. E. Ellison John W James Bolyard Michigan City George Hoffman Tracy Schmidt A. A. Chapin James M. Damen Theresa Cremer Catharine Stradley William Stradley John Hensinger Charles Pfeffer Christopher Meyers Lake Township

Reverend Northrop to Address National Baptist Anniversaries

Rev Northrop prepares to leave for Chicago to attend the National Baptist anniversaries where about two thousand delegates from every state will gather. He will speak Thursday at 11 o'clock on The Value of the Printing Press in the Pastor's Work. The article notes significant Baptist growth, missionary funds, and extensive educational and charitable institutions.

Stephen A. Northrop Chicago National Baptist Union Dr. Lorimer Northrop Indiana Baptists United States

Much Falked of Change in the Fort Wayne College

Fort Wayne M EL college aims to form an incorporated company with 100000 dollars to convert the college into a university for Northern Indiana. The plan envisions merging medical and law departments, attracting about 1000 students, with Taylor University as the new name and a 15-member board drawn from Local Preachers Association, the medical college, and general election.

Fort Wayne College Fort Wayne M.el College Tuioiana Medical College Fas Law Preachers’ Association of America Taylor University

Mine Fire Paralyzes North Lawrence Plant

A fire in two rooms of the Minglewood mine at North Lawrence seven miles west of Massillon, Ohio, halted operations at the valley’s largest mine employing 300 men. The dry coal seam fuels rapid smoke fill. all entries are blocked and work suspended as fire spreads through three quarters of a mile of slope. Also, Tennison plaster mills at Grandville burned, causing substantial losses, and Diamond Wall Finish Co. reported machinery damage.

Masattrom Tire Minglewood North Lawrence Mich Tennison Grandville Diamond Wall Finish Company

Tragedy Near Bluffton Ends in Wife’s Death

John W. Siberry killed his wife on a Bluffton area farm nine miles south on the Camden plank road. The couple, married a year, had recently parted and planned to bury differences. Neighbors intervened to prevent self harm as the sheriff and coroner investigated accidental or intentional shooting.

John W. Siberry Bluffton Camden Plank Road John Siberry

Glanders At Huntington Spurs Horse Killings And Flight

Glanders at Huntington has spread concern among horse owners. On Tuesday three afflicted horses were killed to stop the spread. Two more horses owned by John Rousch were ordered killed after diagnosis by the state veterinarian and health officer. A man named Phil Bebeo hired to kill them instead delivered the horses to a stranger who kept them in a barn near the city and departed north with them. The officers later shot the horses found in a pasture near South Whitley. Warrants are out for Bebeo on selling property not his own. he has fled.

Glanders Huntington John Rousch Phil Bebeo Bebeo Huntington Board of Health South Whitley

President Swift Praises Civil Service Growth in Indiana

Indianapolis lawyer Hon. Lucius B. Swift, Indiana Civil Service commission president, spoke at the Masonic Temple Friday night urging merit over spoils. He noted about 300 members in the association, 200 joined last year, with influential, nonpartisan members across the state. He said the merit system gains steam as papers advocate it and the commission remains master of the situation despite some office seeker grumbling.

Lucius Swift Indiana Civil Service Commission Chas. J. Bonaparte Masonic Temple Indianapolis Civil Service Reformers Blaine Tae SuntInEr Wayne Hotel Indiana Henry C. Lea Quay Civil Service Commission

Letter to G A R members from Reed family offering thanks

A May 12 1890 letter from Puainreno New Jersey expresses deep gratitude to W H McClelland and Fort Wayne posts of the Grand Army of the Republic for the funeral honors paid to Hugh B Reed a late G A R comrade. The message thanks comrades, friends, and affiliated military bodies for kind offices and honors at interment and wishes time to deal gently with them. Charles A Reed signs on behalf of the widow and children.

Chaxnies A Reap

Frightful Accident Ends In Skull Fracture At Foundry

John Chodinski laborer at Bass foundry suffered a fractured skull when a car wheel fell from a crane chain just before noon Saturday. He was taken to the city hospital where Dr MecCanslan attended. The injury is reported as likely fatal. Chodinski is unmarried with relatives in the area.

John Chodinski Bass’ Foundry MecCanslan1 Chodinski

Marriage of Miss Anna Gaetje to Chas Lepper at Salem Reformed

Thursday evening at 7 30 at Salem Reformed church witnessed the marriage of Miss Anna C Gaetje daughter of Mr and Mrs John Gaetje to Mr Chas O Lepper a well known West Jefferson street druggist. Rev C I Krieto conducted the ceremony in a large gathering of friends followed by a reception.

Salem Reformed Church Anna C. Gaetje John Gaetje Chas. O. Lepper West Jefferson Street C. I. Krieto

Engagement Announcement At Calhoun Street Home

The couple celebrated at the bride’s parents home 179 Calhoun Street with a sumptuous supper dancing and amusements lasting into the early hours. Numerous costly gifts poured in as friends extended best wishes for a happy married life. The bride’s parents depart next week for a four month trip to Europe and the couple will reside at 179 Calhoun Street in their absence.

Calhoun Street Europe

A Day of Accidents Reported in Local Lines

A burst of mishaps Thursday across the Pittsburg shops and nearby areas includes engineer F. B. Higgins dislocating his right arm in a cab accident, machinist L. C. Hulse falling from scaffolding with serious injuries, and an Ohio farmer named Mariam losing a leg to blood poisoning after a hip amputation. Also injured are A. Neff whose right index finger was severed, Mrs. Osenbaugh who dislocated an ankle, G. Osenbaugh sidelined by a dislocated shoulder, and H. Bruner who died after a leg amputation following a train accident near Antwerp.

F. B. Higgins Pittsburg L. C. Hulse Brackenridge Street Mariam Latty Ohio C. B. Stemen A. Neff Isaac Osenbaugh Piqua Road Osenbaughs G. Osenbaugh Grand Rapids Indiana H. Bruner Antwerp Cecil

Westminster Seminary Principal Addresses Bluffton Mission

Mrs. D. B. Wells, principal of Westminster Seminary of Fort Wayne, spoke at Bluffton Presbyterian Church on missions. She urged gospel work for freedmen, Indians, and Mormons in the U.S. and women in China and India. The service led to preliminary steps for forming a local missionary society.

Bluffton Bugle D. B. Wells Westminster Seminary Fort Wayne Presbyterian Church China India

Lye Let Loose Fireman Released from Bucyrus Custody

B Lye a well known Pittsburg railroad fireman was arrested in Bucyrus Ohio for the death of a boy who died from a coal fragment that struck him while riding the train. Bail secured with help from railroad friends and Lye now back in Fort Wayne awaiting trial expected soon.

B. Lye Pittsburg Bucyrus Ohio Lyo Liberty Mr. Lye Fort Wayne

Normal Summer School to Be Conducted in Fort Wayne

A normal summer session led by Mrs. W. W. Byers and Mrs. George F. Felts will run six to eight weeks starting June 30 in Fort Wayne College classrooms. The program, part of Allen County normals, emphasizes Arithmetic History English Grammar and Science of Teaching with classes in all required branches.

Allen County Normal Fort Wayne College W. W. Byers State Normal G. F. Felts

Fort Wayneites Plan Short Trip to Germany

A Fort Wayne party of well known residents will sail for Europe within ten days. The group includes John Mohr Jr, John Wessell and family, John Gavtjo and family, Mrs Mary Brenner, and Mrs Lahmeyer with son. They will visit old homes in Germany and other points of interest and expect to be away for several months.

Fort Wayne Europe John Mohr, Jr John Wessell John Gavtjo Mary Brenner Lahmeyer

Constable Shot in Eck River Skirmish With Wiles

The sheriff reports a shooting during an attempt to arrest a man named Wiles in Eck River township. A fight ensued with exchanged shots, and it is unclear if anyone was injured. Wiles, at large, is said to be wanted for assault with intent to kill. Meanwhile Charles C. Anderson and Mary M. Lutz wed at Pastor Northrop’s Montgomery Street home last Saturday, with a small guest list. Anderson, a Fort Wayne area road conductor, and his bride plan to stay in the city. The pastor’s weeklong absence prevents further nuptials, he quips.

Eck River Wiles Northrop Montgomery Street Charles C. Anderson Mary M. Lutz Anderson Fort Wayne

Death by self destruction shakes Estima ble Lady community

Mrs. J B Downing of South Calhoun street died by hanging after neuralgic head pains and mental strain. Her husband J B Downing and son Myron L Downing are named. coroner Kesler saw the remains. Born in Sandusky Ohio at age 45, she was described as a devoted housewife and charitable.

J. B. Downing South Calhoun Street Myron L. Downing Louis Fox & Bro Mr. Downing Downing Sandusky Ohio Kesler

Death of Capt Robt Swann Funeral and Deaths in County

Captain Robt Swann died at his Springfield township home after battle wounds from the Thirtieth Indiana regiment. The scene at his funeral in Maysville drew many comrades from several posts. Also noted were deaths of infant and Mrs Emily Raiser with funerals in Lafayette township and at Salem Reformed church.

Robert Swann Springfield Township Emily Raiser Lafayette Township Valentine Linker West Berry Street Salem Reformed Church C. F. Kreite Myrtle John M. Reinewald Williams Street Emanuel’s Lutheran Church Captain Swann Robt. Swann Maysville Rav. C. H. Carry M. E. Church Monroeville New Haven Hicksville Humphrey Post George D. Adams Crawford Griswold D. N. Foster George Humphrey Post P. Dickinson Anthony Waynepot C. A. Zollinger Sion S. Bass Post J. W. Whittaker New Haven; Col City H. G. Dawkins Thomas Brooks George W. Wilbur Milan George W. Bell Andrews James Evard Goeghin John Hatfield Chamberlain Cyrus Fike John W. Meeks John Bharper Robert Bell Zula George Humphrey Anthony Wayne Lion Bass Fort Wayne Stopher Donovan Jesse Adams Wm. H. Link Capt. Swann Grant County Indiana Thirtieth Indiana Volunteers Shiloh Stone River Chickamauga Missionary Ridge Resaca Kennesaw Indiana Volunteer Infantry Kennesaw Slountain Capt Scott Swann Frank Dayton Alderman Dowry Kansas City Jennie Jennnise C. S. Swift

Disappearances Reported in Montreat and San Francisco

Montreat Quebec May 20 a young Englishman Fred Roths from Surrey is reported missing from the city. San Francisco May 20 detective bureau seeks traces of English lecturer David Christie Murray whose friends cannot locate him. In aged decline Hood Sarsaparilin is claimed to restore vigor with the note that it “makes the weak strong.”

Montreat Que Fred Roths Surrey San Francisco David Christie Murray

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