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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1901
Page
4
The Weekly Sentinel notes booming bank prosperity alongside a wave of bank robberies, questions a ship subsidy bill near passage and a Roosevelt veto possibility, reports casualties in Samar among Ninth Infantry, and highlights naval manpower shortages with 3,000 more enlistments sought amid ongoing ship construction.
The article argues for increasing the number of naval cadets at Annapolis to produce trained officers for the planned new ships. It notes that officers cannot be drawn from civil life and suggests expanding cadet enrollment as the only viable solution.
The piece argues taxpayers must demand integrity from local government and officeholders who spend public funds. It cites John Most’s imprisonment for anarchist writings and contends powerful followers lose stature when justice takes action.
An American syndicate proposes to control the entire St Petersburg tramway system for twenty five years. Americans already dominate London’s underground, suggesting future European acquisitions. The move would not please Europeans but would bring modern methods to street and underground railways for the public benefit.
The American Agriculturist puts the 1901 apple crop at 23 million barrels, the smallest in years. Output fell from 48 million in 1900 and far below the 70 million peak in 1896, signaling a thinner supply and higher prices for remaining fruit. Farmers with good stocks anticipate better returns as demand remains strong.
The general election in Cuba is set for December 31 and the president vice president and senators’ election for February 24, followed by the formal transfer of authority from the American military governor. Cuba’s long awaited independence appears near.
Southern papers denounce the White House meeting as an affront and fear it could hinder Republican gains in Dixie. They argue the issue would be less remarked if Washington were not a respected Black gentleman.
Richard Croker has taken personal charge of the Tammany campaign. He asserts reformer Shepard would be slaughtered to make a Tammany holiday, and Croker cannot complain about not having a personally conducted tour.
The article surveys wheat and corn crops in the United States and Europe, noting disappointing U.S. yields and no European shortage. It cites France Germany Russia Austria Hungary Italy, and comments on exports, grain rates, and market mood. It also touches on British politics, malaria cancer cures, Kentucky marriages, Samar pacification, and Santos-Dumont’s airship feat.
Ambassador Choate returns home and will receive the degree of doctor of laws from Yale University. The ceremony echoes his long career and reputational stature in diplomacy.
The Navy orders a court of inquiry and potential court martial for Captain Tilley at Pago Pago. The Wisconsin flagship will transport the commander and rear admiral witnesses over 4,650 miles, with coal costs and expenses drawing criticism as the case unfolds.
The piece notes Canada’s renewed fuss over the America’s Cup, while recalling its two prior unsuccessful attempts for the trophy.
Mussolino, labeled a notorious Italian bandit, has been captured by police. The arrest occurred in a tense chase ending with his apprehension before he could escape. Details remain sparse but officials confirm the suspect is in custody.
The court comments on woman testimony as less precise in judging drunken behavior. It notes bias from personal concerns, especially if the man is her husband, and affirms the Schley inquiry may avoid further congressional action. Admiral Schley is described as brave, with no proven failure of essential duty. the court finding exonerates him from slanders and imputations.
The article notes the boldness of the crime with seventy thousand dollars seized and suggests further looting could have yielded as much as half a million. It also discusses hazing in colleges, insurrection in Samar, and Cuba’s trade figures with the United States showing rising exports and falling imports in the ten months to April 30, 1901.
Mr and Mrs Peter Hohnhaus and Mr and Mrs Fred Eisennacher marked a double header anniversary with a Sunday gathering at 63 Wall Street Fort Wayne. A 2 pm service by Rev H P Dannecker followed by music, a lavish 6 pm supper and gifts highlighted the day. The couple pair include a 50th wedding anniversary for the Hohnhauses and a 25th for the Eisennachers. The Hohnhauses have two sons Prof Carl Hohnhaus and George Hohnhaus, plus six daughters and twenty grandchildren were noted among celebrants.
Miss Lena Geisler, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Geisler, married in Columbia City as announced by the Columbia City Post. The ceremony united the couple in a quiet city wedding with local family attending.
Daily blanket sale emphasizes low prices on cotton, fleece, and wool options. Listings include full size and extra large blankets in white gray tan and plaids with prices from 48 cents per pair to 16 dollars per pair. Also offers sanitary bed comforts and eiderdown options with varied price points.
Our men's furnishing stock offers quality and style for less. Shirts with perfect fit available white and fancy styles for 1.00 each. Hosiery, neckwear, underwear, collars, cuffs, night shirts, pajamas and bath robes offered at 25c 50c or 1.00 with emphasis on value and variety.
The daughter of William Geisler married C A Ames of Fort Wayne on Sunday evening at the Lutheran parsonage. Rev H C Harthcox officiated in the presence of relatives. Afterward a reception at Mr Langhor’s home featured Hoot Owl orchestra selections and generous gifts. The couple, after a week in Chicago, will reside at 105 Green Street Summit City. The bride and groom planned a home prior to the wedding. The groom, a Pennsylvania Railway employee, will soon travel for Great Western Manufacturing of Laporte starting November 1.
Miss Martha Thurston married Charles J Seibold in a Sunday ceremony conducted by Rev Asher S Preston. The bride wore pink and gray crepe de chine with a rose bouquet and a wedding dinner followed. The couple will visit Peru then reside with the Thurstons on Cass street. Seibold works at Wabash shops.
Anna B. Erhart sues George Erhart in the Allen Circuit Court for divorce. George Erhart is a non-resident. He must appear and answer by December 16, 1901, or the case will proceed in his absence.
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