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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1883
Page
5
About May 15 the Express News and Job Printing will relocate to the Holgate Potters and Tittle block, rooms being prepared. a flurry of spring notes follow including weather quips, local visits, street work, and business changes across Defiance and nearby towns, with posts on council, new offices, and ongoing farm and canal activity.
Wednesday of this week W C Travis and family long residents of this city left for Gilman Illinois to make it their future home They have proved good citizens and excellent neighbors The Express sends a cordial greeting with wishes for prosperity in their new home from their friends
Fifty children aged eleven to fourteen will receive their first Holy Communion next Sunday at 10 a m in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church on Jefferson Street. The Forty Hours Devotion begins Monday at 9 am and ends Wednesday at 7 pm with a sermon each evening at 7 o'clock. Assistants Rev. McCarthy, Rupert, Manning, and Jung join Pastor Rev. M. P. Kinkead for the occasion.
A large and appreciative audience welcomed Blind Boone last Monday evening. Listeners declared him a grand wonder and praised his divine playing given his blindness. They believed the world cannot produce his equal.
Harley's Dry Goods Store remains open every night until 9 o clock, offering late evening shopping hours. Staff promote extended access for customers after work. The change aims to boost evening sales and convenience in the neighborhood.
Paid in March list from last week presented. Names include H Davison six months Samuel Shasteen six months J Secheuerman one year James Durham six months G F Bonn six months John J Crain lyric Mrs C A Smith six months G H Langdon S E Kintigh lyric Ph up the LA Carpenter one month Jacob Rager six months J B Fisher Mrs EM p Andesberger BF Southworth lyric J W Wisler John Davison six months A W Haggart & Co two years J O Fisher lyric CD Hazard eighteen months John Thien six months Sarah Kepler three months G N Rice lyric Capt J Partee lyric HE Cary a 7em E M Ensign BF Bell lyric N H Horn six months Hon L Gordon two years James Figley one year Mrs R C Thomas one year Frank Lewis two years Mrs De E Cave Mrs F M Willey one year Mrs C Dean Fred C Higgins NzgW SUBSCRIBERS G H Otis lyric J H Rickner lyric G F Switzer Frank Smith lyric David Grant three months Lewis & Hersch Wade Harrin lyric F Roberts P S Battershell six aioe IN Smith Cc Kennedy A Worthington fifteen months Harmon Leaders six months W B Scott Wm Higgins wes sler hid H Morse jr W Pool JM Phillips four months Polit Woodward six sf Wesley Minsel six Making a total of 0.0ccceccore rocseseta 15
Adjourned council meeting held Friday April 6 with members Houghton Myers Helston Tenzer Kahlo Miller Bechel. A resolution for locating new street lamps was adopted. A Rout complaint about omnibus damage was referred to the Solicitor. Ten additional Belden Burner Co gasoline lamps were ordered and approved. Randall bill referred to fire committee. An ordinance for claims payment was read and passed for 45.40. A resolution ordered removal of a dangerous wall at Krotz opera house.
War ner Vogle mill reporting. Brown bears on obstinately. Rain last week helped wheat. Wright of Buntsville sells spring and summer goods. Elsie Bodenbender gravely ill with consumption. Scott from Coshocton visiting Buntsville. Main street paving pressure active, Homer block. Viram Bart runs a bunter wagon Tuesday through Buntsville. M C Scott’s settlement with War ner Vogle led to a near fight over five dollars. A pennsylvania widow seeks a mate in Buntsville. Citizens urged to wake up and shine. Brown township sent thirteen trustee nominees. Old Ben voted the biggest ballot possible, then returned home content.
The Sabbath School Institute of Ohio's fourth district met at Hicksville April 3–5 with Rev J W Lilly leading devotions and Rev D W Downey presiding. An essay by G S May urged strict religious teaching in Sunday Schools. The welcome addressed by Lilly drew visitors warmly, and organizers urged all to attend next at Antwerp.
From Our Own Correspondent: Republicans failed to elect an officer this spring. Sunday school reorganized at Sharon last Sunday. Farmers await plans. William Hahn slowly recovering from a long siege of illness. Arthur Smith now employed at Dayly Bros. at Wisterman. Ten were baptized at Sharon last Sabbath by Rev. H. Boyers. Pulpit in Sharon church to be carpeted. Tenants of Fullmer’s near the plank road visited J.R. Denges last Sunday. Joseph Gilspie returned from the west and praises its life. George Pool enjoyed a quiet Sunday. looks forward to graduation from Paulding county. J. W. Keyt back from Tennessee to visit friends before returning home. David Grant expects a new barn on his place. John Hahn cheerful, a bouncing boy noted. Republicans in Highland township could not elect officers due to stay-at-home votes. Upper Powells Creek young folks host a reading circle at widow Gilbert’s next Friday. useful and pleasant. George Schoonover went to Da kota to seek a home, hopes he stays this time. Sunday school reorganized at Sharon last Sabbath with officers elected: Superintendent J. F. Cordrey. Assistant Superintendent W.O. Ernsberger. Treasurer Michael Ernsberger. Secretary Andrew Boyd. Librarian Michael Doenges. Ass’t Librarian David Grant. Chorister William Ernsberger, with Grace Tracy assisting.
Local notes record church events, school start, post mistress appointment, and stamp changes. Residents attend memorial services in Antwerp while merchants expand stock and prepare new shops. A Sunday School convention in Hicksville adjourns to meet in Antwerp. political opinion favors labor and Republican vigilance.
Dances are occasionally heard of. Philip Rath is reported to be on the sick list. John Conrad called. J N Walter is building an addition to his house. Jacob C Hall plans moving his grocery to Evansport. George A Rath’s house nears completion. O B Partee moved to Israel Phillips’ place. Stockman predicts no flood this spring. James P Dunbar convalescent. Miss Jennie Kibble to teach Kibbe school this summer. C H and E L Jeffers of Defiance.
Local notes report E E Hilton surveying in the township. Mrs. Webber died last Wednesday with funeral on Thursday. Thomas Hyatt died of consumption. Evansport Band seen as declining. Sons of Temperance grow to 75 members. Roof fire at Christian Lehman’s kitchen caused damage but was contained. Evansport pool table condemned as useless. Tiffin Township officers elected include Treasurer Gates Clerk McCauley Assessor Rothmel Justices Cameron Rath Trustees Black Hall Miller Constables Ingle Shuter.
Defrance Ohio April 12 1883 grain prices from Wilhelm and Son include wheat 1.02 oats 37c rye 50c per bu corn 45 to 50c per bu flour 650 per barrel corn and oats chop 1.25 per cwt mixed chop 80c per cwt corn meal 1.25 wheat bran 85c per cwt chess 25c per bu small wheat 7c per bu provision market corrected weekly by Morgan and Miller butter 18 per lb eggs 14c per dozen chickens 7c per lb turkeys 9c per lb ducks 8c per lb geese 5c per lb potatoes 70c per bushel flaxseed 1.10 per bu clover seed prime 7.00 per bu no. 2 6.50 timothy 1.25 to 2.00 per bu bacon side 15c per lb hams 14c per lb beans 3.50 per bu onions 75c per bu salt 1.20 per barrel tallow 7c per lb shoulders 12c per lb dressed hogs 7.50 per 123 miscellaneous wool 2.00 to 3.50.
Notice from Sumner of Defiance Ohio that the jewelry shop passes to Deatrick and Sumner and that all accounts must be settled within thirty days. Gratitude expressed for past patronage and hope for continued support for the new firm with expanded wholesale and retail facilities. Dated Apel ath. - ln.
An itemized sale notice lists TABLE LINENS NAPKINS TOWELS TOWELINGS 9-4 10-4 sheeting and muslins at M. E. HELLER & CO Blanchard's New Block Defiance O For farmers a Malta riding corn plow offered by Switzer & Kehrnast W A McCullough resident agent for fruit and ornamental trees Also advertisements for Rochester NY nurseries and Banner Grocery with basic grocery items and prices including saleratus soda hominy tobacco crackers baking powder bird seed soap and more
Banner Grocery advertises cheap cash purchases listing Can Pine Apple and Can String Beans at 15 cents each. The note advises not to buy trees from outsiders but to deal with home agent W A McCullough.
J. B. Wolesshetert announces the reopening of his grocery store at the old corner of Clinton and Third streets. The opening will be on Saturday April 14 with goods sold strictly for cash and at low prices.
C M Hague the horse shoer lately with Peter Schlosser has opened a fine new business at the corner of Second and Perry streets near Kahn and Ulrich's factory. Call and see him. You can save money by trading with Krotz and Morse the cash grocers.
Krotz and Morse promote 8 in cans of fruit and vegetables with Dobins Electric Soap at the Opera House Grocery. Nol2, Myers and Coxe list Dobins Electric Soap also at Krotz and Morse’s. A large trade in Silver Star Baking Powder is announced by Krotz and Morse.
Flager and Watkins pledge to provide the best oyster brands throughout the season and will serve families or parties on short notice. They promise reliable delivery for immediate needs and emphasize quality offerings for gatherings.
Teas fresh from abroad arrive at Krotz and Morse's with new varieties for customers. Prices and blends are highlighted as part of a seasonal selection.
Locals tout Hague as the top horse shearer in the area, noting skill, speed, and steady work. Observers expect continued strong service and steady demand for Hague’s clipping and trimming methods.
Peter Dickman reports a new Wagon Rub Iron after a patent grant. He claims it needs no bolts, tightens to grip and holds firmly, with no flat contact areas that impede wheel turn. The design lets wheels turn under the box, reducing required ground and adds ornamental value. buyers are invited to inspect.
The note proclaims Flager and Watkins offering the finest flavor with the biggest and freshest selection on hand.
Kuhl advertises a complete stock of new furniture inviting potential buyers to call and view before purchasing. The notice emphasizes readiness and direct engagement with the supplier to facilitate informed buying decisions.
An advertisement notes a claim of increased vitality after using Wells Health Renewer. It references pricing by druggists and promotes FINE FURNITURE at Kuhl's rooms on Clinton Street with a note of fair prices and a fine stock.
An old advertisement touts "Great German Invigs" as a cure for bladder irritation, kidney and urinary complaints. It asserts thousands attest to its powers and lists G. W. Bechel offering the item for sale at 3M.
A historical ad style item promotes Rough on Rats claiming effective control of rats mice bed pests and insects. The short piece mentions rats mice bedbugs flies ants moles chipmunks gophers and a promotional tone typical of period household remedies.
Daughters Wives and Mothers. Dr Marohisi s Catholican Female Remedy guaranteed to give satisfaction or money refunded. For sale by druggists. Price 1.00 and 1.50 per bottle. Hood s Sarsaparilla is made of roots herbs and barks. It gives tone to the stomach and makes the weak strong. Sold by Druggists. Policeman Jacob Long of Wooster acquitted of assault and battery after the jury was out all night. Lou Hauk the murderer pleaded not guilty. Gypsum store robbed Thursday night of 2000 dollars plus a watch and money. John K Allender Mansfield Ohio recommends Brown s Iron Bitters.
An Ohio snippet notes Hood's Sarsaparilla as restoring vitality and purifying blood to prevent diseases. It also reports local tragedies: James Skinner, a Middleboro farmer, suicided by hanging after a year of illness. a Zion township child Marquis died when clothing caught fire from a fireplace. John Tracy’s house in Bellefontaine, jailed in Madison for murdering his brother-in-law, burned.
Heavy stomachs and bilious condition noted. Wells May Apple Pills advertised as anti bilious cathartic selling 10 and 25 cents.
Lancaster bakers and grocers Faringer and Wildemuth, dealers in nation goods, have their business shut by the Sheriff at the demand of note holders claiming past due amounts of 1000 and 1800 dollars.
A brief local notice notes a powder named Mary Stuart Face Pawker is sold at Tint or White for 25 cents a box, advertised by GW Bechel. The fragment lists price and vendor with unclear lettering but identifies a retail offer in a period-typical advertisement style.
An old newspaper classified style ad touts remedies for dyspepsia impotence and sexual debility claimed to restore health and vigor. It also advertises Halle Caterh Cure for catarrh with a smell and hearing restoration claim at 75 cents per bottle sold by druggists.
Workmen hoisted a 4000 pound kettle at the soap-works in Zensville on Friday. When a jack moved, Geo. Durant crawled under to adjust it and the kettle fell on him. He is expected to die.
An old advertisement promotes Rock Candy Cough Cure claiming to cure coughs colds hoarseness throat and lung troubles with the healing properties of pure white rock candy and root and herb extracts. Large bottles cost 1.00 and the vendor listed is G. W. Bechel.
Saturday celebrated the ninety fifth anniversary of Marietta settlement and the ninety fifth birthday of Ohio. The event was commemorated with a city wide celebration unequaled in its history.
Physicians report startling results from Dr King's New Discovery for consumption and throat and lung diseases. It is daily curing patients deemed incurable, prompting renewed medical inspection and adoption by many doctors. Trial bottles free at Colby and Scott Drug Store. Regular size $1.50.
A writer denounces red mask veils worn by women as unbecoming. The piece argues the veils tint hair copper and make the face resemble a measles case, urging that beauty standards should drop red veils and that women avoid them.
Mrs. Rev. A B Leonard of Fostoria, long bedridden and in pain for nearly five years, reports a sudden recovery after persistent prayer. She saw a door light signaling answer, felt pain vanish from head to limbs, arose cured, and now vows to devote her life to God's work. She is daughter of Ex Mayor Rigby.
A Dauphin County man credits Parker's Ginger Tonic with curing a twenty five year cough and systemic weakness. The ad touts the tonic as a complete ginger remedy for lungs liver and nerves with distinct claims of superiority and multiple bottle sizes.
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