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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1900

Page

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Coal districts show high operability and workforce shifts

Nearly full workforce at Moconaque colliery owned by Went Znd Coal company continues as last week. Nonding company's units in Mabuooy south of Broad mountain are active, five of twenty collieries north of Broad mountain operate. About 80 percent of Reading collieries are running. Shamokin region shows improved output. Forty deputies join Sheriff Harvey at Hazelton, while miners begin leaving for Virginia fields.

Dag Harvey Hazelton Virginia

Incensed UY Troops Shut Down Mines in Milnsy Valley

Portaville dispatch Sept 24 reports almost all mines in Milnsy Valley halted except Lawrence colliery at Dralnway Pinda owned by U P W Sheattar estate. Militia presence sparked protests as 20,000 workers confront strikers while bosses remain at work and a mass meeting votes to quit.

Portaville Mahanoy Valley Lawrence Dralnway Pinda U. P.W. Sheattar Estate AL Gilberton Hie Stoosis Ile Iat Milnysy Valley Lawrence Cotligry

Catholic Church Dedicated in Wabash With Notable Attendees

The Catholic Church at Saint Bernard's Hall was dedicated in Wabash with impressive ceremonies. High mass and vespers marked the day, attended by clergy from nearby cities and towns, including Rev. H. D. Clavie presiding. About 2,900 worshippers filled the church, which cost over $50,000 to complete.

Wabash The Men &T. Bernard's Salamon Ehuvet Societies Wabagh Logans Port Bafayette Marion Iuntington Fort Wayne Fathers Guendling Portwayn Crospun Lagansport Quinn la Gre Farstaon Noire Thuney Roche Hantiydton Quintin Entnyelts Meissner Peri Buiny

Land Free From Faupers From Abroad By Bes Elst

A long report recounts an incident in Switzerland where a woman, Mrs. Fiske, travels from Italy to Switzerland, loses a purse, and later has it returned with contents intact. She thanks a Swiss church official and English clergy for mediation. The tale highlights Swiss attitudes to charity and poverty.

Bes Taly Switzerland Gotha Switgarland Wiske Bho Inter Grewny Mds Fiske Chan Ehirch

Country's freedom from pauperism amazes outsiders

Foreign visitors, though versed in many facets of the land, are surprised to find the country free from the institutions of pauperism common in other nations. The text notes a widespread misconception about the nation's affluence and social welfare.

Crawfordville Bus./Ministers Clash Over October Street Fair

In Crawfordville Indiana September 1894 a business men meeting at the courthouse debated an October street fair. Most city ministers and Wabash College president Kane opposed it as demoralizing. The Rev A T Alexander called the fair immoral. Business leaders urged approval and a committee led by A F Remsey was named to canvass support. Ministers warned the law would be enforced if held.

Crawfordevile Ind Crawfordyville Court House Kane Wabash College Liui A. T. Alexander Canter Presbyterian Church A. F. Remsey Cain

New Year’s Eve Service Explores Jewish Progress

A New Year’s Eve service at the Jewish synagogue featured Rabbi Fred Colm and Rabbi Cohn discussing world and Jewish history. They traced progress from biblical exodus to modern times, praising the Jewish people’s enduring resilience and urging continuous advancement toward new victories.

Fredehiakt Cohn Hay Tovieh Bath Israel Egypt Urouph Red Sea Lyons Pend

Surprise to Friends Wedding of Conductor William EL Braey

The Lake Evie and Western trainman William EL Braey and Miss Bessie M. Hielsok wed at South Congregational Church in Me. Rev. Thwid T. Willian officiated as the couple planned a ten day honeymoon in northern Michigan. Locals note the match as a bright city topic.

Lake Evie William EL Braey Bessie M. Hielsok Broadway Thwid T. Willian South Congregational Parsonage West Butler Strest

Grave of Four Priests Unearthed in Indiana Dig

Workmen uncover a skeleton in a bank excavation near Bermen Indiana. The remains are believed to be an Indian burial. A long beaded string found with the bones and a silver inlay hint at age and origin. Local inquiry seeks confirmation of the grave’s history and dating.

Nappanow Ind Bermen Chile

Britain Rejects amid Pekin force reductions

Telegrams report Britain rejecting a plan tied to Pekin but General Chaffee expected to begin pulling back troops in the Chinese capital today. Chaffee, still in command, may remain as operations wind down while Tsin-Tsin and Pekin forces stay under allied oversight. Berlin notes Germany and Russia and Japan have answered the German proposal on minister designation amid ongoing diplomatic exchanges.

Albany Neo Hie Shi Tstn-Tsin Wilson Pekin

Jatan and Russia Agree on Berlin Fiasco Outcome

In Berlin reports from Londan dated Sept 25 indicate textual fragments show Russia asserting in principle agreement and Tapenese replies moving toward approval regarding Gurmaby's proposal. The exchange suggests a cautious rapprochement between the nations despite unclear details.

Londan Berlin Gurmaby Russia Tayan

Earl II on the Situation and Impending Pekin Mission

Earl II told an Associated Press representative that he does not expect an early settlement of the dispute. He cited numerous points to be settled and said that the Pet-Tung forts add to the complexity of the situation.

Chinese authority tensions rise in China amid Li Hong Chang visit

Report from 1900 notes opening of tentative Chinese authority to stabilize the country after arrival of Li Hong Chang. U.S. Secretary Conger seeks to assess credentials before policy. William Woodville Rockhill likely pursues separate talks. Russians inaugurate Red Cross hospital for all wounded soldiers from the Pun-chau explosions.

Ti Mung Chang Mntter United States Winister Conger Li Rung Chang William Woodville Rockhill China Enel Li Ned Cross Hospital Ezcicing Phiy Feitish

Pekin Recaptured Reported by Shanghai Dispatch

Shanghai reports on Sept 25 that Chinese sources say Empress Dowager Nas issued a secret order directing Li Hung Chang to raise an army and retake Beitin. The claim refers to Beijin area operations and could signal renewed central control.

Shanghai Nas Li Hung Chang Beitin

Russians occupy Lu-Tsi forts as Chinese flee

Russian forces of infantry and cavalry seize Lu-Twi forts after Chinese retreat. Russians begin rebuilding the Tien Tsin railway station as the prospect of handing the railway to another power seems remote. Russian minister I DeGeirs will stay in Peking for now. An expedition sails from Taku toward Pao-Tig-Fu on Sept. 2.

Lu-Twi Wight Tien Tsin Rilway Waiiway I. DeGeirs Pekin Taku Pao-Tig-Fu

Triads Gather in Hong Kong Suburb Threaten Attack

A Hong Kong dispatch reports 20 000 triads assembled near Chung Sham and threaten to attack today. The mass gathering signals a volatile security situation as authorities monitor the development.

London Hong Kong Chung Sham

Troops Landed at Taku and Movements Around Pekin

The dispatch notes troops landing at Taku on September 21 and the arrangement of Gener Voyvon's forces. Artillery units between Pekin and Tien Tsin include the Eighteenth Infantry and Seventeenth Marine Infantry. The Sixteenth Marine is marching toward Pekin, with a battalion from Ching seeking quarters at Tien Dein.

Taku Unt Ds Lave Bien Tier Tein Gener Voyvon Pekin Wd Buys Brhe Pekin Tien Tsin Dngnatry Jeli Tien Tain Ching Se Qumy Tien Dein

Marriage of Miss Helen Crosby and Victor Ruse sell

Miss Helen Crosby daughter of Mr and Mrs H O Crosby will wed Victor B Ruse sell at the Crosby home near Contlivre's park at six this evening Rev Tuyd Williams will officiate There will be two ribbon girls Agnes Russell and Josephine Crosty The couple plan a two week honeymoon in New York and other eastern points before settling at No 13 Bant Dewale street in November

Helen Rene Crosby Wes Hiram O. Crosby Victor B. Rusesell Contlivre’s Park Tuyid 4. Williams South Congregational Church Agnes Russell Josephine Crosty Jane Tride South Calhoun Street Insheen Ome Hg, Dun & Go Clovk Russul Reijeke Orchestran New York City Bant Dewale Street

Big Order for Boxps TT Apnold Seeks Mail Boxes

A large order was canvassed at a western district yesterday for 197 farmers mail boxes under a rival free delivery system. The Jurpust unit received the Fort Wayne tally as proof of strong local demand, showing broad farmer support for the new LV System. Subscribe for The Senlinel.

Apnold Om Bowle Worlinwest Fort Wayne

Wives sue for divorce in superior court over cruelty and duties

Two women file divorce suits in the superior court. Mary Miller alleges cruelty and failure to provide, seeks custody of two children and alimony. Marshall Miller arrested on a lising charge with Lucy Workings. Sophia Pearse seeks divorce from Zetus Pearse, alleging cruelty and abandonment, with a child named Arno. Defendant employed on the Wabash railway and living with another woman. Judge Vesey issues restraining order against Wabash Railway to withhold wages until further notice.

Superios Court Mary Miller Marshall P. Miller Garrett Lucy Workings Miller Abdney M. T. Stokes Sophia R. Pearse Zetus Pearse Ave Arno Newark Ohio Fort Wayne

Divorce actions heard in superior court

Judge Vesey heard two divorce suits and granted separate adjourned terms. Elizabeth Shon obtained a degree separing from Tycoh Shon, while Frank I. Homsher was granted a divorce from Ida Homsher. Stoles acted as Homsher's attorney and A B Bittinger represented Mrs Homsher.

Superior Court Vesey Elizabeth Tycoh Frank I. Homsher Ida Homsher Vii Stoles My. Humsher A. B. Bittinger Humsher

Guilty Verdict In Bi lamy Case Reported

A damaged notice states that Tames Wilox faced charges leading to a guilty plea. The record notes prior confinement in an asylum and assigns a sentence of jail time. Details are fragmentary but indicate a court proceeding and a pronouncement of guilt.

Bonelugge Higay Wilcax Dudya O'Rowrlee

Notable Forgery Trial and Estate Proceedings Reported

Fudge Vesey awards sixteen twenty to Mary B. bancrett in a judgment. The superior court orders a report on October. William Brewer faces forgery charges after passing a check under the name Brewer, claiming he used it for a card to move past reloads. jury verdict follows deliberations. Brewer is freed. Abraham Weil corroborates as censor of Incoh Wei’s estate. Reward Byall faces trial for orchard damage. Henry Philips, present with Byall, also to stand trial with expected limited testimony.

Fudge Vesey Plaigtifé Mary B. Bancrett Andrew H. Kaiser Bend William Brewer Goem Brewer Liewine Roach Ar Vest Roach Tadge Orowke Abtahanl Weil Incoh Wei

Marriage Licenses Granted to Numerous Couples in Wenona

The city records show a batch of marriage licenses issued to several pairs including Willa Tradjey with Uethe Alvisole, Aya Emma Shoal with Tomes Curritten, Nogle Sphaller with Blanette Ninann Barmael Rippenhammer, and Wikina Vachon with Ania Boyert, among others.

Willa H. Tradjey Uethe MM. ‘Alvisole Tlarry Barthola Aya Emma Shoal Tomes WM Curritten Nogle F. Ghull David F. Sphaller Aml Blanette Oninann Barmael Rippenhammer Fanny Teoherts Wikina Vachon Ania Boyert

Unclear OCR Note Links Azhar University Figure

Fragmentary text mentions Ann Azhar University and a person Will Gonite Jr. It references Theta and Meat materials, but missing context and readable details. No definite event or outcome to confirm.

Will Gonite, Jr

Brewer on trial for forgery in Civil Court case

Jurors hear charges against Avi Brewer in a trial alleging forgery. Witness testimony cites alleged attempts to obtain funds by presenting false documents related to injuries connected to a railway incident.

French Troops Land in China Reported by Cavalry Telegraph

Parks Sept 25 telegraphs that General Voyron, commander in chief of the French troops in China, reports landing actions and movements by French forces. The message provides a terse update on troop status and location as the situation develops.

Mordhurst Chosen General Grand Workman at Masons

H W Mordhurst of this city was elected general grand workman by the council of the Ancient Accepted Masons of the United States at their session held in Cincinnati on Monday. The selection marks a significant leadership appointment within the fraternal body during the annual meeting.

H.W. Mordhurst Praml Bruw Auet United States Cininniki

See U. Two Goods and Dates in Transcribed Notice

The fragmentary OCR notes a purchase or stamp entry involving See U. and a 20-Abawit item. It mentions Mrs. DB Maxwell, wife of a minister, and notes she is convalescing from an illness. The legible portion hints at a household or church-related notice with limited clarity.

County corrections group reports to commissioners

Ward of county corrections and activities, led by president fad secretary George A Gale and Mrs W P Coop, filed a report with Indy O'Rourke and county commissioners. The band has visited the county jail and asylum three times in the past year, with praise for management but recommendations for improvements in ventilation and sanitary conditions at several institutions.

Cannty George A. Gale Mra. W. P

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