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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1892

Page

7

Striker Advisory Board Faces Conspiracy Charges at Union Mills

Carnegie Steel company issues warrants against members of the strikers advisory board at Union Mills for conspiracy and treason amid ongoing lockout tensions. Deputies monitor suspects as bail applications proceed for those already jailed. Saturday meetings of locked-out workers proceed as planned.

Prezs Nvas Carnegie Steel Company Union Mills Homestead ‘Advisory Tresson Rustic Son Sor Johs Paxson

Vohn L Sullivan escapes in pool room incident

An account describes Vohn L Sullivan using a rope in an alleged confrontation at a pool room. Authorities report the incident involved a planned challenge and an altercation ending with the suspect’s actions and a sequence of statements.

Court of Appeals Adjourns and Governors Convene

The Second Division adjourned its session with plans to reconvene if cases arise. Governors may reinstate the court when needed. The Presbyterian meeting in Glasgow concluded with a valedictory and a council adjournment to meet again in September 1596 with Rev. R. P. Hoag and Rev. J. B. Drury among attendees.

Werk Court of Appeals Supreme Court R. P. Hoag Wilmington N.C J. B. Drury New York Glasgow

Prairie fire threatens livestock near Missouri River

The report describes a massive prairie fire eighty miles wide and twenty miles long west of the Missouri River, forty miles northwest of Bismarck. Winds push flames as cattle and sheep flee. efforts to check the blaze prove ineffective. In Washington, Secretary Foster sounds hopeful about an upcoming international monetary conference, citing ongoing correspondence on timing and location.

Faxéo N. D Missouri River Bismarck New York Washington Chas. W. Foster

German Banker Schultz Arrested for Fraud

Augustus F. FH Schultz, a renowned German banker, surrendered to police in Beruix and was placed under arrest on charges of fraud linked to a massive failure. Reported liabilities exceed one and a half million marks as authorities pursued him amid fears of arrest.

Beruix Augustus F. FH Schultz

Death near for Dana after failed self destruction plan

Edward Dana ex secretary and treasurer of the National Savings Bank lies near death at his Delaware Avenue home after a second attempted suicide by morphine. Doctors Hopkins and Harrington report critical condition as prosecutors seek trial adjournments due to Dana and co-defendants illness. The case's delay follows Dana's reported intent to escape a life sentence in Bullato New York.

Brivato N. Y Edward Dann Delaware Avenue Hopkins Dr. Harrington Dana Iti Treasury The National Savings Bank Quinby Hoyt Harrington Titus Armstrong McCreedie Mr. Quinby Kisselburg Mr. Dann Tracy C. Becker Amary Court of Appeals Board of Supervisors Monroe County William C. Kiebel Rochester W. A. Sutherland Horne Oneida County H. K. Cookingham Utica W. E George Washington America Wanamaker American Bank Note Company New York Christopher Columbus Revista de la Marina Columbus Verder Hyn United States Isabella Santa Maria Alfred Harris Ferdinand and Isabella

Prairie Fire Kills Over Thousand Cattle in Bear River Valley

Rose City Iowa October 3. A prairie fire last week in Bear River valley killed more than 1000 fat cattle and burned nine houses four cabins. Three herdsmen fatal injuries as wind drove flames for nine hours. Cowboys fought flames to save horses but fumes and fire overwhelmed the herd. Authorities report four cowboys badly burned with three expected to die.

Rose City Iowa Bear River Valley

Stranger fleeces farmer Stokes of five thousand dollars

In Vanna Illinois on September 5 a stranger induced E B Stokes a Fay ette county land owner to ride to Vandalia to view a land deal. Stokes withdrew 5000 dollars from a bank and along the return trip near Ramsey a second man joined, and the two forcibly took the money and threw Stokes from the buggy before fleeing.

Farmer Stokes Vanna E. B. Stokes Fayette County Vandalia

Mysterious Murder Shocks Winnipeg Lady at Home

Miss Olive Odell, a well known Winnipeg social figure and Episcopal church member, is found murdered in her father's house. The incident, reported by Det. 3 at Wissee, Manitoba, has shocked the community and prompted a police investigation.

Odell Wissiee Olive Odell Winnipeg Episcopal Church St. Patrick's Church Father Quinlan Plymouth Pennsylvania New York Aldine Leary F. D. Casanave Pennsylvania Railway Fort Wayne

Strikers at Homestead Mills Claim 500 Quit Work

Two coal and iron police testify that 500 non union workers quit Carnegie Steel mills since Saturday and returned home. Officials deny mass departure, say only a few were discharged for incompetence and the plant runs smoothly. Prosecution in Carnegie case heads to grand jury with 40 to 50 witnesses subpoenaed. Ross and McLuckie are abroad awaiting requisitions. proceedings expected to continue.

Carnegie Steel Company Monterey Hugh Ross Burgess John McLuckie Homestead Ross McLuckie Pittsburg Ohio Pennsylvania

Bank Wrecker Edward S Dann Post Mortem Ordered

A post mortem is ordered in the Edward S Dann bank wrecker case as autopsy set for 3 PM. If death is ruled self inflicted insurance may be void. Dr Harrington expects brain hemorrhage from apoplexy. poison would trigger a jury inquest. Dann’s death deprives accomplices Armstrong and McCreedie of a potential key witness.

Borrato Edward Harrington Dann Armstrong McCreedie

Frightful Runaway Claims Woman in New Jersey Buggy Crash

A buggy driven by John Anderson and his wife in N J escaped when frightened horses bolted. Mrs Anderson was struck on the head and killed instantly. Mr Anderson escaped serious injury. The incident occurred on October 4 in Jersey City.

Jenssy Crry N. J John Anderson Anderson Mr. Anderson

Fusion in North Dakota party ticket unites populists and democrats

Misyearouts Minn Oct 4 reports the populists and democrats in North Dakota have completed a joint ticket with democratic electors withdrawn and populist electors endorsed. O'Brien remains as the single straight-out candidate for Congress. Brazrs Ohio Oct 4 describes a 2 am fire destroying lantern globe works, injuring the box shop and packing room, with a $40,000 loss and $20,000 insurance.

Minn Grand Forks Peoples Party O’brien Congress Brazrs Ohio Lantern Globe Works Ohio Valley

Eleven confidence men escape from county jail in Kansas

Eleven confidence men escaped last night by sawing off steel bars in Wicira Kansas county jail. The city jail had been recently opened and considered secure. By late evening none of the fugitives had been recaptured.

Wicira Kas

Died from drink at local saw mill in mill town

The obituary notes Henry Otten a known drinker found dead at Killian Baker's saw mill at the foot of Superior street after a night of heavy drinking. The coroner's inquest returns death by excessive alcoholic intake. Several other deaths and notices follow, including Elizabeth J. Graham and various local funeral arrangements and an Albany apportionment case update.

Killian Baker Superior Street Schone & Wellman Henry Otten Ilo Baker Saw Mill East Washington Street Elizabeth J. Graham Peter Simmonds Calhoun Street James E. Graham Engel Schaphorst Orchard Street St. Paul's Church Jesse Payton Smith Riverside Avenue Pitter Morganthaler West Wayne Street Wagenhall E. H. McDonald Henry Vordermark Charles McCulloch H. T. Stapleford 8. C. Lumbard Clifford Calot Cornell Henry Atleveland E. T. Bartsley Massillon Ohio

Pugilist Mitchell in Bow Street charged with assault

Charlie Mitchell appeared in Bow Street court after a midnight row with Salvadore Salvado off the Strand. Mitchell struck the old man a savage blow leaving a scalp wound. Salvado bled heavily and doctors fear possible skull fracture. Mitchell was remanded as investigations continue.

Lonnoy Charlie Mitchell Bow Street Mitchell Salvyade Strand

Edison Wins Appeal in Electric Light Case

In New York City on Oct 4 the United States court of appeals ruled for Edison Electric Light Company over United States Electric Light Company in an appeal from a circuit court decree. The decree granted an injunction with accounting for profits and damages on a patent issued January 27 1830. Judgment favors Edison across fourteen appeals.

New York United States Court of Appeals Edison Electric Light Company United States Electric Light Company Circuit Court Edison

Negroes Vote Democratic Ticket for First Time in Florida

Jacksonville residents report slow voting with light turnout in many areas. Negro voters are largely casting straight Democratic ballots though some back the People's ticket since no Republican ticket runs for the first time in 32 years. Governor candidate Mitchell tipped for about 17 000 majority.

Jacksonville Fla Mitchell

Democrats withdraw ticket and back People's Party electors

Idaho Democrats withdraw their electoral ticket in Boise and endorse the People's Party electors. The move follows a western strategy advised by the national committee. Populists may run their own secretary of state candidate and back the Democratic nominee for other posts. Americans use 400 million postal cards annually.

Boise Citry Idaho Idaho Democratic Committee People's Party National Committee

Frightful Collision Kills One Man at Churubusco Station

A Wabash railway engine struck a buggy at Churubusco Whitely county at 4 30 p m Sunday killing George Mahan and severely injuring Frederick Mettrick. Mahan died from a fractured skull and internal injuries while Mettrick lay mortally hurt awaiting care. The coroner termed it accidental killing.

Churubusco Eel River Wabash Railway Whitley County George Mahan Frederick Mettrick Heller's Corners Mahan Mettrick Henry Arnold Reed

Insane Ex-Marshal Terrorizes Family Then Surrenders

Cyrus Spencer former South Wayne marshal became violent at 110 Home Avenue threatening to kill family. Officers Lapp and Limecooley calmed him after he drew a knife and led him to the county jail hospital ward. He had recently sustained head injuries and mental state may be connected.

Home Avenue Lapp Limecooly Cyrus Spencer South Wayne Limecooley Spencer

State of siege surrounds Culbertson Nebraska

Culbertson Nebraska lies under siege as every citizen arms up and guards encircle the town. About 100 Trenton residents approached to seize records but retreated after a sheriff’s shot. Troops are expected hourly to prevent further violence.

Cascarsons Neb Culbertson Trenton

Tennyson reported weakening with grave fears at sea

A bulletin from Lonpox dated Oct 4 states at 11 o clock that Lord Tennyson is weaker his temperature rising and since noon he has been sinking rapidly. Doctors offer no opinion but fear death may occur before midnight.

Lonpox Tennyson Lord Tennyson

Serious Injury From Elevator Shaft Accident

Peter Gable eighty suffers a fractured arm and other injuries after falling ten feet from Mossman Barnelle & Co hardware elevator shaft on Columbia Street near the Orphans Home. Taken to Hope hospital he rests quietly as grandson faints en route to school. Saginaw liquor dealers plan October 18 19 convention with possible gubernatorial endorsement.

Peter Gable Mossman, Barnelle & Co Columbia Street Hope Hospital Gable

Electric Extension Aims at Fort Wayne Line to Haysville

The Maysville electric railroad plan gains traction with a Friday meeting. Local leaders from Maysville and Hicksville back the project to extend electricity powered rails toward Fort Wayne, with an initial $300000 capital need and a $50 per share offer to fund twenty two miles of track into Hicksville Ohio.

Haysville Hicksville Maysville H. E. Adams Adams C. B. Woodworth Mesars Thomas Empie John W. Hayden Chas. Sigmund Clyde Tinkham H. W. McMullen The Gazette C. S. Woodworth G. E. McCulloch Tar John Stover F. K. Cosgrove Cosgrove Fort Wayne J. W.haydan Am . L Fort Sigmund Dy, C Swift Charles ‘ Grubb Aaree Reichélderfer W. J. Hays Vinton = Jones al Olmstead J. FE. Oma Win Aaron Reichelderfer Willis Enninger Jacob Amstzts Charles H. Higgins Charles Starr Jesse Grice C. S. Swift Thomas Hood Minnick George. James Beth .Cosgrove Marion‘ Cumming Henry ‘Hood William Ringwald Isaac Dreshack Joseph D. Cummins Morton Foote Martin Horn Francis Parker W. F. Horton Electric Lights Company Hickeville Hall's Corner David Nelson George Wan George Snyder W. H. Ringwald Isaac Leizinger Killion John Knapp Richard Price George Eager Morgan Widderfield Tony Snyder Frank Wertz Peter Amsteaks Frank Monroe Sam Miller Noah Farner A. M. Taylor Sr. Taylor Ohio

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Rap Carnegie Rch Mem Committee Vohn L. Sullivan Pan-Presbyterians Aquourn Atetery Glas the Monetary Conference Foster Death's Door Bullato Hilked Eddward 5 North Dakota People's Party Democracy Bellaire Byron Charles Haiber Agnes T. McKeag F. C. Gladiux Eli B. Burdy Eddie McCoy Mary A. van Alstine Anna McCoy Magdalena Pranger Henry Harber Clara Schwarze Lucy M. Witte Joseph Smith Paul Stabbut Edwin Menze Marasmus Frederick Braun Bertha Schmidt Albany, N. Y Scripture J. S. F. Earle People George C. Carter Frank Rice Edward R. Risley Rosendale Judge Lynch North Carolina Ratekca N. C Camber Court House Camber County Eden Lynch Ben Barce Frank Sanderlin Shiloh Sanderlin Barco Cowardly New York City Florida Elections Gupid Miriam Cohen F. Cohen Webster Street Louis Pinkous Sheboygan Mich Hershberg Our City Pinkous Wis Grand Rapids Vielenthy Ineane Adairs Culbertson, Neb London Sautxaw Wholesale and Retail Liquor Dealers’ Association of the Saginaw Michigan
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