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Newspaper
Allen County Democrat
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1865
Page
3
A Democratic meeting is announced for Friday evening March 31 1865 to nominate candidates for town and corporation offices, with election set for the following Monday. The notice requests full attendance and references local political activity, law enforcement details, and community notices from Columbus.
The narrative recalls the Henry Decalon murder case from September 1, 1864, when he lured Frederick Boorman in a wood near Judge Fitch, fired twice, looted the wallet, and fled. He was captured within hours, convicted, and hanged after a series of affidavits and a governor’s reprieve, with the event followed by crowd reactions and burial. It also notes a later 1865 presentation at the D. and M. Machine Shops for a gold watch and belt pin for George R. Crane and his lady, funded by employees.
A formal gathering celebrated Mrs Crane and her counterpart at a community dinner. Speakers praised steadfast support and personal traits while Cranes and others received thanks for guidance, with toasts, oysters, and lively music marking the event. Attendance included local officials and residents, all feeling successful in their associations and future prospects.
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