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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1901
Page
14
The issue discusses tariff debates, Roosevelt's lengthy message, and impending Nicaragua canal bills. It notes Illinois tax decisions on corporate stock, Chaffee's anti-expectorant policy in Manila, and a potential $80 million year-end surplus. It also covers a green goods postal swindle rumor, internal revenue receipts, and rising river and harbor appropriations.
Reports from Brooklyn recount trials where cars reached one mile in fifty one and four fifths seconds, stirring public awe yet raising concerns over safety. Observers warn high speed on ordinary streets invites accidents despite the allure of record times.
The piece notes Richard Croker demanding proof of dishonesty and theft behind his wealth, while Mr. Rogue Riderhood’s defiance echoes in legal and political darts. It also cites London's harsh critique of a modern English translation of the New Testament from a Chicago publisher, sparking cross Atlantic literary debate.
Local notices state L. C. Hull at 90 Calhoun Street offers wallpaper bargains. The Lake Shore freight house will be closed all day Thursday for a holiday with freight trains annulled that day.
The Breslau conference on combating liquor abuse notes Germany spends billions on alcohol while food funding trails. It cites high per person consumption and cultural acceptance in Silesia, links alcohol to TB, and criticizes state revenue dependence on spirits and beer.
The state laments the retirement of Hon. Thomas E. Ellison from the board after years of valued service to Indiana’s charitable and correctional institutions. Governor appoints William P. Cooper as his successor, expected to uphold the high standards and conscientious work Ellison established.
Admiral Schley declares he has gone broke fighting for his reputation yet will not write magazine articles. He argues a fighter should not write to win battles and rejects this path as improper.
D. Rhordon & Co announce a large stock of up to date farm implements for the coming season. They list Syracuse Plows Harrows cultivators wagons hay loaders drills planters and threshers. They urge early orders for Deering Corn Harvester and Shocker as demand will outpace capacity.
The International Business College will close Wednesday evening and reopen next Monday morning to allow out of town students to spend a few days at home.
Fort Wayne representatives Hanna and Keaugh returned from Toledo after failing to finalize the Indiana and Ohio Traction merger with eastern interests. Disagreements between Toledo lines Bryan and Toledo airline and Toledo Hicksville Fort Wayne left talks in abeyance. A further conference is planned in a few days as Toledo’s situation clears.
A Richmond inventor has developed a method to store sun heat in blocks of a cheap material to be used for winter warming. The process absorbs heat from sunlight, stores it, and releases it for a warm, sunlike feel without fuel. Capitalists have seen a demonstration and deem the concept practical and revolutionary, though block composition remains undisclosed.
The U S supreme court reversed the lower court ruling in favor of the state on Kansas law authorizing rate fixing at stock yards. Justice Brewer delivered the opinion.
London reports William T. Stead and Harold Rilett furnished 50000 pounds bail for the release of Dr. Krause former Johannesburg governor charged with high treason and inciting murder. They were warned by the magistrate that further conduct could affect proceedings.
A local listing highlights blankets books Bibles calendars traveling bags rugs curtains lace novelties ribbons offered for sale. The notice implies a broad assortment aimed at shoppers seeking varied domestic goods.
The article notes that individuals who fail to appear for trial may be prosecuted on charges of conspiracy to defeat the ends of justice. Strong entities include prosecutors and court officials, with implications for the judicial process and potential legal penalties.
A large county farmers institute convened in Hoagland hall last Monday with Dr. Curryer of Minnesota and Mr. McMakin of Union County presenting practical talks on farming and stock raising. Topics covered crop ground preparation drainage and horse valuation with school performances and a song by local pupils. The program included notices for upcoming Allen County institute events in Fort Wayne and Monroeville supplementary to the county gathering.
Joseph Smith born December 28 1866 in Allen county Indiana died November 18 1901 aged 34 years 10 months 18 days. Survived by widow six children mother four brothers and other relatives. Funeral at U B church Maysville with burial in Maysville cemetery. Rev E A Bunner and Rev Warfield officiated.
Mr and Mrs Fred Breckman are visiting friends in Antwerp during a short trip, with no further details provided about the visit or duration.
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