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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1888
Page
5
An old Defiance Ohio notice from The Express Publishing Co lists terms 81.50 per year in advance and post office routing as second class. The item includes political quips about free trade, saving banks, Robert Garrett, Jay G, and Democratic party tensions with Cleveland and Randall.
The New York World’s note on democracy omitted a racial remark, implying “right color” influences voting. The commentary suggests the omission was an oversight in not completing the quotation.
A university president in South Carolina notes President Cleveland’s message would win wide supporter among the state’s people. The text recalls South Carolina’s earlier secession stance over free trade and racial issues, hinting that the apparent majority may align with gray coats.
The speaker forecasts how Democratic papers will react to the Republican convention next summer as it proclaims tariff reductions and tobacco culture while beer and whisky revenue stays unchanged, suggesting Democrats must drop some current tactics.
The piece contrasts the 1884 Republican platform with current status, arguing Republicans still back tariff reform and surplus reduction. It claims Democrats control the House blocks action, urging Democrats to step aside so effective measures can proceed.
The Andrew Jackson League in Chicago asks Carlisle to oppose Randall for the appropriation committee citing tariff reform ideals. Democrats prefer John Sherman to be kept out of the field as the leading Republican voice. Supporters warn against Democratic dictation at the 1888 national convention.
A reader asks why clothing and essentials cost less now than twenty two years ago while tariff increases raise prices on cloth ing fuel shelter and food. The writer questions whether reduced tariffs and home capital investments foster competition and notes England's past manufacturing restrictions as a historical incentive for protection.
The Ohio inauguration will be a grand ceremony in Columbus with a large parade including the Ohio National Guard civic groups and clubs from across the state. A reception will follow and railroads offer a one cent per mile rate to attendees. Local residents plan to attend in large numbers.
In a quoted remark, Ohio’s most vocal free trader asserts that President Cleveland has advanced the principles he predicted six years prior. He predicts the administration will lead to free trade, aligning with English policy aims, despite any explanatory message.
City council met Tuesday with members Bohn Kehnast Marshal Miller Otto Tennyson present. Minutes approved. Miller cited garbage dumping by Jack Fry. sidewalk repairs discussed with Kern refusing to act. Crossing on Warren road ordered. ice holes to be posted. Mayor’s December fines report filed. Korn bondsmen held responsible for sidewalk neglect. resolution adopted. December claim of 1284.27 passed. Korn bill for Ralston sidewalk referred to City Solicitor. Council adjourned.
Retired physician claims a simple vegetable remedy can cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and throat and lung afflictions. He offers free complete directions in English French or German by mail to sufferers who request it with a stamped self addressed envelope to W A Noyes 149 Powers Block Rochester New York.
Henry county residents Mr. and Mrs. Fenstermacher hosted Anna Fenstermacher and Alexander Hane for a December 25 1887 wedding at their home. Rev Robinet officiated with Car rie Reynolds and H Harmon as attendants as guests praised the couple and presented gifts. The article also notes testimonials for Griggs glycerine salve Kilmer's Complete Female Remedy and Salvation Oil along with a Confederate Star of the West figurehead sale mention.
An old advertisement claims Americans suffer more nervous and mental fatigue from overwork. It touts Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as the best remedy and mentions a trial at N G Woodwards.
Announcement lists B and O railroad round trip tickets to Columbus at one cent per mile for January 9 and 10 1888 events. The note mentions Ayer s Cherry Pectoral Darbys Prophylatic Fluid Dr Bull s Cough Syrup and a quip about vanity and birthday calls.
The probate judge issued licenses to Jesse R. Scott and Charlotte Dilworth William H. Miller and Mary Huff Jacob Augenstin and Mrs Susan Bruner Eugine Bookmiller and Mary Slater Herbert Curtland and Lizzie Deckrush A Wood and Minnie V Beal William D. Rock and Della Huff.
The piece outlines biliousness symptoms such as poor breakfast appetite, white furred tongue, diarrhea or constipation, hemorrhoids and giddiness. It promotes Green's August Flower as a cheap remedy with claimed widespread efficacy and asks readers to try it.
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