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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1899
Page
5
The Pioneer warns readers that many buyers judge furniture by looks rather than make and finish. It cautions that dealers often warrant high grade pieces that are actually inferior. The Pioneer says it sells only what it advertises and stands behind its products.
Joseph Gibbs aged 32 of Willowdale near here died at the county home for hydrophobia patients after two days of agony following a rabies attack from a dog. His wife also suffers from the disease. Gibbs had been bitten two months ago and received Pasteur treatment in New York. a cure was expected but a Sunday night relapse caused death. Rubber lined canvas coats sold at Patterson's for 1.50.
In circuit court Judge O Rourke heard the damage suit of Walter S Burkhold against the city of Fort Wayne for 2800 dollars after a defective sidewalk injury. The city agreed to pay 400 dollars and the judge rendered a verdict accordingly.
Judge O Rourke overrules motion to set aside Mary C Ewing final report as administratrix de bonis non of Louis B Root estate. Ellison attorney for Mrs Lincoln objects and given ten days to file a bill of exceptions. Alden attorney for the administratrix.
Attorney C H Worden for Miller and Taylor administrators of R T McDonald estate with N D Doughman for American Loan and Trust and John Morris Jr for other claimants filed objections in superior court to E J Hathorne receiver report. The receiver refused to allow their claims. Judge Vesey heard arguments this morning.
The calendar shows multiple cases set for trial in December including Schultz versus Clark on the 1st Hahn versus Nestel on the 4th and several jury matters December 5 through 14. Also referenced are final reports from administrators William Schroeder and Henry W Felger seeking discharge. William Brinkman was arraigned for theft and sentenced to 30 days in jail after pleading guilty to petit larceny. Judge Vesey granted a decree of
In the Louis Guillaume versus Paul Guillaume et al case a partition was declared indivisible and Fay Randall was appointed commissioner to sell the property. Robertson and O Rourke sue Bishop Rademacher Vicar General Guendling and Cathedral congregation for 3700 on a 110000 loan secured by Cathedral property last January. Henry Hirschfelder sues L P Stapleford for 50 on a mechanic lien. G W Louttit represents the plaintiff. Judge Vesey schedules Zurbach versus Tibbett for February 5 trial. Venire change sought in Mason versus Mason. Vesey grants Frank D Reed a divorce from Mary Reed. Special Judge John Morris overrules new trial motion in Aker versus Thompson. judgment for 99.82. case to appeal.
The Manauense carrying Lieutenant Colonel Webb and three Company units of the Thirty-first Infantry reached Manila after twelve days at sea. The ship was under manned unseaworthy and short of provisions. Engines failed and she rolled for three days in a fierce typhoon amid near disaster.
General Otis reports to the war department that the Thirty first volunteers arriving on the Pekin and Manauense will garrison Mindanao ports.
The Manauense arrived in Manila Monday in a disabled state carrying Lieut. J. B. Fenner of the Thirty first regiment and about twenty young men who enlisted at the local recruiting office last summer. Some came from Fort Wayne and others from nearby towns.
Editor appeals to farmers to post lands in Eel River and Perry townships and arrest Sunday hunters. He says farmers must stay home to protect property, cites damaged fences and livestock, and warns that justice requires action with vigilance and stamps.
Mesdames Rebecca Highland and D. C. Derbyshire of Smiley Ohio visited New Haven friends Sunday. Miss Claudine Jackson, studying in Fort Wayne, is home sick with severe lung congestion. Navy recruit Arthur Bixby will report to Chicago Monday after weekend departure. Eugene White visited Roanoke Tuesday and plans future Sunday visits. New Haven public schools praised under Prof. Brockman with invites for patrons to visit and decorate rooms. Y P S C E meeting featured Rev Swenk temperance talk and remarks by Rev Cocking. Mrs Theo Becker and Louisa Rossetti visited Cecil Ohio. Frank McKinney accompanied them. Mr Ohmart, head of the grammar department, recovering from typhoid fever. Miss Lillie Miller covers for him. Misses Jnn and Ethel Snyder take positions in Fort Wayne. Chris Birkhold of McGillio purchased Cour market, takes over December 15. Birkhold hailed by locals. Chand Brown’s Nickel Plate post in New Haven ended. Mr Blair of Mortimer Ohio takes over. Sheldon Dawkins attended the Odd Fellows grand lodge in Indianapolis. Richard Bunting scored 52 of 58 shots while quail hunting. Boyard and Rowe begin a larger Hartzell ice cream factory in the west end due to rising business. Mrs Fred Steller and baby of Fort Wayne visiting relatives. Philip Ehinger sick for a few days. Joe Webster led the section gang in his absence.
We offer 10 to 25 percent savings and invite you to compare. Visit our store for tables rockers cupboards bedroom suites and more and see the price advantage for yourself. Weekly Sentinel subscribers who call in receive a lead pencil free of charge.
Arthur Bixby was surprised Tuesday evening at his sister Mrs. Bert Gorrells home by about twenty friends. The party organized by Leo Yarian featured games and music with lunch served before guests wished him success during his five year navy service. Al Smith improves after a recent injury at Schneiker’s saw mill and John Black relocates his family to the Lee property on State street. Trade with Patterson offers Cram’s new five dollar world maps.
A local carpet firm warns that prices will rise after January 1. They claim current prices are the lowest and urge buyers to act in fall for best winter value. Emphasize superior designs and colors, and commitment to not selling old or poor designs or hard stock.
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