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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1888
Page
5
The Defiance County Express notes that free trade will erode savings banks and harm workers. It critiques the President's tariff stance as a lost cause in Virginia and hints at internal political maneuvering. It cites The Inter Ocean on Robert Garrett’s health and possible actions against Jay G.
The Louisville Commercial looks ahead to economic policy, remarking that if Kentucky starts using bars of pig iron as walking sticks, free traders should rethink their positions. The witty critique implies rising tariff tensions and protectionist sentiment in the era.
The piece frames a split within the Democratic party as President Cleveland and ardent supporters push for unity while Ran dall is portrayed as not fully aligned with the drive.
The New York World proclaimed democracy as government by the people but ignored a tainting caveat about color and party loyalty. The remark implies that racial and partisan criteria colored the paper's judgment on democratic governance.
The question of whether the President's message was written by the New York Star editor will not surface in the national campaign. The President erred and will face strict account despite possible innocence. He intruded into risky territory when the trap was set for coon.
Assistant Secretary Maynard of the treasury department proposes to reduce the number of revenue collectors as a Democratic reform measure. The piece notes clerical payroll excess of 17 million dollars under the current administration and forecasts more collectors to be appointed for campaign purposes in time.
The Andrew Jackson League in Chicago adopted a resolution urging Speaker Carlisle not appoint Samuel J. Randall to the appropriation committee. They claim he has been inimical to tariff reform and the true interests of the Democratic party as urged by the President’s message.
Governor Foraker will be inaugurated January 9th to begin his second term. He is praised as one of Ohio’s best governors despite Democratic opposition. His administration has matched the voters’ Republican choice and earned an increased majority and approval of his acts.
A correspondent asserts President Cleveland advanced principles expected six years prior, predicting free trade outcomes. The Enquirer notes that even with explanations the President may face denial of this claim, while the speaker contends free trade results align with England's desires in each instance.
Retired physician offers a free form for a vegetable remedy claimed to cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and all throat and lung ailments plus nervous debility and nervous complaints. Sent by mail with full directions to any applicant naming the paper. W A Noyes 149 Powers Block Rochester N Y.
Auglaize Grange No. 871 held their election on December 29, 1887. Officers elected include Master William Philips and secretary H. S. Vanvierah. James Capell, paroled from a twelve year manslaughter sentence, knows the whereabouts of a woman formerly confined for eighteen months. Also mentions Kilmer's Complete Female Remedy and Salvation Oil advertisements.
The column commends the New York Mail and Express as a thoroughly clean national newspaper. It is praised for fairness, broad coverage, and moral progressiveness, offering global news and extensive reading material for all ages. Sample copies are available free upon request.
The B and O Railroad will sell round trip tickets to Columbus at one cent per mile for the January 9 1888 inauguration events. Tickets will be valid January 9 and return on January 10, inclusive.
An old medical patent claim extols a cleansing fluid that purportedly relieves burns and wounds. It asserts preventing erysipelas gangrene and proud flesh while purifying ulcers boils carbuncles and running sores. The text promotes the product as a universal healer needing no other application.
Mr and Mrs Fenstermacher of Henry county host a Sunday wedding for their daughter Anna to Alexander Hane of Defiance county. Carrie Reynolds and E Harmon as bridal party. Rev Robinet officiated. Guests numbered 65 with rich feast and many congratulatory wishes. The couple, both U B church members, receive numerous gifts. list of gifts follows. Also promotes Griggs Glycerine Salve with testimonial and local sale notice.
The firemen's dance raised around a hundred dollars for the boys. New Year was widely observed on Monday. Wellman has re arranged his music hall with improvements. A wedding occurred as Loren Stratton and Dora Pollock wed on the 27th by Squire Travis. Andrew Waldner drew the hanging lamp at Tuttle Bros. on ticket 181 Saturday night. Questions arise about using Wabash bridges ties for toboggan slides near Defiance. Jacob Mueller won a music box at Woodwards drug store Monday night with ticket 207. The widow Weidenheimer's effects were auctioned Saturday in front of the court house, admin Albert Elliott. Snow delighted residents Friday night but rain dampened hopes for New Year sleigh rides Saturday. Blacksmiths saw a rich harvest Monday. Chas Hague and apprentice forged many shoes. Health advice and sale pitch for Ayer's Sarsaparilla appear. W. W. Laverne faced a trial for disturbing a religious meeting. found guilty, fined $10 and costs, about $70 total. The case hinged on breaking a door panel with a fist. A large team of Dan Deckrush’s horses broke through ice on the Maumee river. rescuers saved them. They recovered safely after ropes and ropes, then dried and warmed. Ayer's Cherry Pectoral is recommended by physicians for colds and lung ailments. inquire at druggists for Ayer's Almanac.
The passage describes biliousness symptoms affecting appetite digestion and bowels. It claims alternating diarrhea or constipation with possible hemorrhoids dizziness headache acidity and stomach tenderness. It promotes Green's August Flower as a cheap remedy with thousands attesting to its efficacy.
The Pre nte Judge issued numerous marriage licenses since the last report. Names include Benjamin E. Smith with Luella Roe, Arthur Cravens with Mary R. Miller, and others such as Robinson Rittenour Ida Elsworth, Loren Stratton Dora Pollock, Jesse R. Scott Charlotte Dilworth, and Wm. H. Miller Mary Huff among several more listed couples. Also noted is a humorous aside about birthday calls and a promotion for Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a remedy for colds among visitors.
A collage of items mentions money to Lai Real Estate Dealers near Hilton's Clothing Store in Defiance, Ohio, and notes on red headed Representatives in the current House with a cited Washington Star copy. It also reports seven accidents on the C J M line in a week, Bryan Democrat praise for J M Gonzalez, and gas prospection funds.
Simon P. Moon offers 8317 acres of choice land for sale in Defiance Ohio Mark township as he plans a move west. For details contact L Richardson at Defiance office no agent. Nob2-31
On farm property a good paper bought, apply to F L Hay real estate agent in the Court House tf. Pure Bronze Turkey Gobblers priced from $2.50 to $4.00 each. Also 5 Fall Poland China Pigs from registered stock for $5.00 each. Defiance Ohio.
Those indebted to the late firm of Daoust, Mangas Bros., are asked to call and settle at once with Daoust & Blanchard. All accounts must be settled promptly and the business closed. 52 tf Daoust & Blanchard.
Two lots and a nice house on Wayne Street offered cheaply for quick sale. Includes two houses and lots on monthly payments and several choice lots. Also loan options on improved farms with low interest and flexible prepayment. Contact F. L. Hay or H. G. Baker, Att’y at Law, 181f.
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