Republican Ticket For Governor And State Officials
The slate lists J. B. Foraker of Hamilton for governor and W. C. Lyon of Licking for lieutenant governor. Also WM. T. Spear of Trumbull for Supreme Judge long term, F. J. Dickman of Cuyahoga for short term, E. W. Poe of Wood as state auditor, J. C. Brown of Jefferson as state treasurer, D. K. Watson of Franklin as attorney general, and A. Flickinger of Defiance for the board of public works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Foraker
Hamilton
W. C. Lyon
Licking
WM. T. Spear
Trumbull
F. J. Dickman
Cuyahoge
E. W. Poe
Wood
J. C. Brown
Jefferson
D. K. Watson
Franklin
Board of Public Works
A. Flickinger
Defiance
Geren Faces Tight Challenge From Democratic Opposition
Democrats mobilize against Hox Joux L. Geren with intense campaigning this fall. Party organizers warn of strong rival efforts and advise supporters to rally statewide to influence the race.
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Hox. Joux L. Geren
Eleven Chicago boodler commissioners found guilty by jury
A jury convicted eleven Chicago boodler commissioners last Friday. Seven defendants received two years in penitentiary and a $1000 fine each.
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Chicago
New York Republicans Set State Convention for September 14
New York Republicans announce a State Convention for September 14 as they press to unite behind their State ticket and present a unified campaign before the fall election.
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New York
Foraker to Open Republican Campaign at Caldwell
Gov. Foraker will open the Republican campaign at Caldwell on September 7. The speech is awaited by Republicans who expect a powerful campaign shot and a strong showing against Demes along the line.
Virginia Democrats Call for Debt Repudiation and Lands Demand
The Virginia Democratic party urged repudiation of the state debt and pressed Congress to cede large government lands to offset the loss of West Virginia. They endorsed tariffs aligned with Republican policy.
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Virginia
Congress
West Virginia
Kentucky Shifts Toward Republicans In Post Election Returns
Early returns show a net Republican gain of 25 495 votes across 94 of 119 counties with more results pending. The shift suggests a stronger Republican position as forthcoming counties report, influencing next year’s political outlook.
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Kentucky
Frank Heep Aims At 1888 Congressional Run On Free Trade
Frank Heep plans a 1887 campaign to stump Ohio in support of the Cleveland Convention’s free trade plank. Republicans welcome a fight over honest wages for American workers as Heep seeks a congressional seat in 1888.
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Frank Heep
Congress
Cleveland
Governor Foraker's Invitation to President Cleveland
The Ohio governor's frank courteous invitation to President Cleveland is noted as a proper tribute from a patriotic leader. The piece asks whether the Democratic press will view it fairly and whether Cleveland will accept the courtesy.
Viressia Democrats at State Convention Show Loyalty to President
Report notes Viressia Democrats at their state gathering declare strong support for the President and civil service reform while accusing Republicans of mixed loyalties. Prof Wim. G. Frost comments on Toledo convention and liquor questions, but the piece dismisses his view as impractical.
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Viressia Democrats
Wim. G. Frost
Oberlin
New York Voice
Toledo
the Voice
Frost
Bieta
Fraudulent Glasses Roam County Selling Pebble Copies
A note warns of a party selling glasses across the county claiming they are genuine pebble. They were forced to withdraw two or three pairs from the muwary after exposure. Citizens urged to expose any further frauds promptly.
Moscow Gazette Editor M Karxorr Dies
M Karxorr editor of the Moscow Gazette and trusted adviser to the Czar has died, hailed as Russia's greatest editor and influential journalist of his era.
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M. Karxorr
Moscow Gazette
Russia
Ohio politics echo in editorials and crowd chatter
In Defiance and Northwest papers, Democrats concede Ohio leaning Republican with large margins while editors denounce Foraker and Powell. A Democrat crowd predicts a 25 30 thousand vote gap in favor of Republicans this November amid sharp partisan rhetoric.
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Ohio
Defiance
Foraker
Powell
Napoleon Northwest
Taxpayer Protest on City Payroll Abuse in Defiance Ohio
A reader signs as A Vision criticizing Defiance Ohio payroll waste and alleged favoritism in council decisions. The letter cites engineer Wight's high bills, improper sewer taps, big prices on harness and printing, and calls for reforms and tighter oversight.
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Wight
Toledo
Miller
Otto
Tom
Harry
East Defiance
Peter Sennett
Hall’s Vegetable Sicilian Hair Renovator Ad Claim
An appealing market notice touts Hall’s vegetable Sicilian Hair Renovator as superior to other hair preparations. It emphasizes strong effects on hair and scalp and positions the product as the best choice among many options.
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Hall
Grand Excursion to Niagra Falls by Watash and Michigan Railways
An excursion train with day coaches reclining chair cars and palace sleeping cars will depart Defiance August 17 1887 at 753 p m for Niagara Falls arriving next morning Tickets go on sale August 17 and are valid five days for a four dollar fifty cent round trip Information available from local Watash railway ticket agents
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Defiance
the Falls
Watash Railway
Local marriage licenses issued by the probate judge
Since the last report the probate court granted licenses to Charles C. Whitney and Barbara Bates. Win Conrad and Emma Spring. Frank Foot and Emily E. Algers. Alfred Peck and Ida Bates. Chas Wire and Sarah Painter.
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Charles C. Whitney
Barbara Bates
Win
Conrad
Emma Spring
Frank Foot
Emily E. Algers
Alfred Peck
Ida Bates
Chas, Wire
Sarah Painter
For sale in section 34 Mark township land parcels offered
Listing describes 200 acres in section 34 with 20 acres cleared and a small house and barn priced 25 per acre for 100 acres and 20 per acre for the remaining 100 unimproved. 115 acres in section 44 Richland township with 25 acres improved for 88300. Agent n33-21 Henry Newser.
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Mark Township
Richland Township
Henry Newser
B. and O. Railroad Runs Second Excursion to Pittsburg
A second periodic excursion train to Pittsburg will be operated by the B and O railroad on Saturday Auguste Yjth. Full details appear in a notice in another column of this issue.
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Auguste Yjth
Pittsburg
Picnic and gatherings span church, camp and county events
The Presbyterian Sunday School held a picnic at Deatrick's grave. The Sixteenth Regiment Band travels to Port Clinton to camp with their unit. Union Labor held a Defiance convention naming a county and representative tickets. David Renton died in Indianapolis. burial planned in Defiance. John Gilkison found buggy irons buried four feet deep. A Freewill Baptist festival in Avensville netted about 35 dollars. A coy note teases a local young businessman's visit to a farmer's daughter with a playful description and invitation to guess his identity.
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Port Clinton
Union Labor Party
Defiance
David Renton
Indianapolis
John Gilkison
Freewill Baptist Church
Avensville
Bicycles on Roads Sparking Debate Over Horse Safety
A New York Times view on a fatal runaway highlights bicycle use on driving roads as a symbol of broader horse safety concerns. The Herald argues streets remain public and horses must be accustomed to bicycles, urging careful driving until adaptation occurs.
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New York
New York Times
Attempted Murder of Dr J C Haller Near Enterprise
The Van Wert Bulletin reports a 1:30 a m attack on Dr John C Haller by LaFayette Dull near Enterprise. The assailant knocked the doctor unconscious during a ride to a sick child, escaping with his team as the wounded physician crawled to Mr Williams for aid. A warrant is out for Dull’s arrest as authorities seek legal action.
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van Wert
John C. Haller
H. R. Haller
Brunersburg
Enterprise
J. C. Haller
LaFayette Dull
Michael Frey
Dull
Lintermoor
H. C. Williams
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Clinton and
Third Sts
Republican
Blatherskite
Sumpterinisi
Napoleon
Jeff. Davis
Northwest
Niagara Falls
Wabash Railway
Michigan Central R. R
Raspassion
The
Presbyterian Sunday School
Deatrick
Viers & Watkins
Hilton
Hoss
Henan
Additioon
Atcher
Gigvetehd
Gapaliad
Stone Front
Col. Clinon and 2Nd Streets
Boston
Deflance
Defiance National Bank
U.S
U. 8
Aeteatel
Onto
County of Defiance
Edward Squire
William Carter
A. Orcutt
Epwakb Squire
Simmons
Simmons Liver
J.h.zeilin & CO
Philadelphia
Wis
Milwaukee
Aba
Charles E. Bronson
Mortgage, Loan, and Real Estate Office
Clinton Street
Noble Township
Defiance County
Wayne Street
Jefferson Street
Third
Ourth
B & Y RK
Ottawa Pike
Charles £. Bronson
Defiance,ohio
Papa Oy
Rcs Baat Wie
Ohio State University
Rees
Columbus
el Cc Laboratories
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