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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1885
Page
2
Strenuous efforts by meddlesome friends push for a quarrel between Blaine and Arthur and warn that continued schemes may succeed in causing a clash.
The Toledo Commercial Telegram praises its own assessment of Frank Hurd and joins many others in declaring him a demagogue after weighing the case.
Report claims Arthur will not seek the New York Senate seat, with authorities affirming the decision as wise and final.
Rumors spread by the Hocking Valley syndicate claim a general uprising of miners is imminent. Observers deem these reports absurd, noting they are likely aimed at provoking revolt to pressure the corporation.
The writer argues that armed socialists in Caicaco have been allowed to boast of ruin for a year or two and predicts a future crackdown to arrest criminals before crime, urging action against the braggart socialists.
The piece forecasts 1885 as a year of major importance with changes in party management and shifts in relations with Mexico and the inter oceanic canal. It also mentions adjustments to the Spanish treaty and anticipates new, startling developments to be revealed before year’s end.
The piece argues Cleveland will interpret the civil service letter to satisfy the party, while Republicans should not expect benefits. It warns of private plans to abandon a reservoir and canal project, and details coal mine distress in Hocking Valley as miners face 50 cent per ton bids amid high railway freight, predicting more conflict.
The text argues Democrats oppose Thurman for a Cabinet seat, praising his public and private life as above reproach and suggesting he would reflect reform. It notes expectations from Cleveland and Republican observers that Thurman could form a reform-minded cabinet.
Gov HeapLy sets a response plan to the toast Our next Governor likened to preaching one's funeral. The Ohio lawmakers march to Columbus, anticipating a surge of eloquence in the capital, not divine perhaps but oily in tone.
In Sandusky the paper notes petty jealousies among local businessmen color many airs and events. The column remarks the town shares this friction with other towns facing similar tensions.
Senator West warns the public that Congress is viewed as a farce with a comedy of errors as critics like the Missourian figure quit. The Tuer Kobler pipeline bill passes the House and faces Senate opposition from coal oil interests. Iron workers in Pennsylvania anticipate a spring revival, while Toledo reports President elect Cleveland is said to be a long standing free trader in Buffalo clubs.
The estimate puts the cost at 40000 to inaugurate Cleveland with parties criticized as ostentatious. Democrats advocate a substantial public celebration if funds are drawn from the Treasury.
A strong effort will be made to induce the Legislature to pass a registration law this winter, aiming to curb fraudulent voting at every election. Ohio already has good election laws, but they should be made stronger if possible.
TuEman Scott was arrested at the White House last Saturday and confessed to being part of a gang that wrecked the east bound Wabash train on New Year's Eve at Prairie Switch. The plan aimed to rob wounded passengers, but automatic brakes prevented the robbery.
In Congress the first real contest between free traders and protectionists occurred in the House. Hiscock of New York moved to suspend rules and pass a bill to phase out internal revenue taxes including tobacco, fruit brandies, and related handlers. The measure, set to take effect July 1 1885 with rebates for stock on hand, would cut internal revenue by 50 million annually but was defeated 131 to 79 after debate.
Mud appears at Brunersourg as Dr A McKinney of Defiance dispenses medicine in town. Mr Bruner travels to German town after his sister Mrs Zellers dies Monday. Miss Minnie Bennett of Stryker visits relatives here. S Rank and daughter Ella and J Syler of Sherwood spend Saturday in town. Misses Nettie and Nellie Bridenbaugh host friends Saturday night. Miss R McKinney of Defiance visits Abbie Clemmons Sunday. Local quip about two city youths who fell into a ditch last Thursday. Remarks on De fiance girls accompanying them and a bachelor’s jibe at modesty.
Local items show sicknesses and recoveries including Mrs. J Patton with lung fever and Mrs. J G Newill regaining health. Mentions of J M Dunbar’s knee swelling and Uncle Henry Noffsinger’s spry gait. G A Woods plans to move his saw mill to Deshler after current logs are cut. Roads remain poor from heavy rains and visitors like William Byers from Morenci, Michigan, and an oyster supper at E M Shoup’s.
A. M. Haight gave his wife an elegant set of silverware for Christmas. Mrs. H. G. Newell and Geo. Durham are on the sick list. J. W. Leach plans major tiling for spring. E. M. Shoup used logs contract work well during sleighing weather, stocking the yard with logs. Members of Rev. H. S. McNutt's circuit gathered at his home on Christmas morning with ample offerings, then attended a 3 o'clock sermon at the church, leaving uplifted.
A Victorian essay explains aurora borealis known as Aurora Polaria, describing northern and southern displays, arches and rays across the sky, and the possible sounds. It compares icebound polar scenes with jewel like reflections and outlines a small scale experiment linking electricity to auroral light.
An eight year old girl Edith Jenith Adams arrives at Yorkville Court with a note directing police to bring her before the court. She says a dog bit her near a Third Avenue store, injuring her eye and head and asks the judge to shoot the dog. Her father, a postman, then takes her home as the court mood turns toward sympathy.
A Canton government proclamation offers taels and peacock feathers as rewards for capturing or killing French officers and sailors. Rewards scale by rank from 10,000 taels for the French Commander to 100 taels for a French private, plus feathers and officer ranks. The document notes funds drawn from provincial treasuries and warns against harming innocents, yet violence against foreigners rises in Canton.
A year after standard time and principal meridians began, cities welcoming the reform saw broad adoption. Railroads align with the plan as a uniform signal and switch system set to roll out tomorrow. Critics warn clocks will drift with celestial cycles despite the logic of unity.
A resident of Madison County Tennessee has maintained a daily diary for twenty eight years without missing a single day. The discipline highlights personal record keeping and consistent journaling across a lifetime.
Advice urges choosing scab free potato seed and planting on new soil to minimize potato scab risk.
Mr. Geo Vee of Manchester Michigan reports his wife was almost helpless for five years. After using two bottles of Electric Bitters she became able to do her own work. The letter extols the tonic as possessing numerous curative powers and credits Colby & Scott with sales.
A bold advertisement claims Dr King s New Discovery cures consumption and related throat and lung illnesses with thousands of permanent remedies verified by grateful patients. Free trial bottle offered at Colby and Scott Drug Store, large bottle priced at 1.00.
An advertisement touts Dr Thomas Elece fridgling as the best remedy for sudden croup attacks, colds, pain and inflammation, claiming quick relief and a universal curative effect. It emphasizes prompt direction for use.
Advertisement promises Griggs' Glycerine Salvee as a universal cure for cuts bruises scalds burns wounds and skin eruptions with guaranteed satisfaction or refund and a 25 cent price from dealer G. W. Bechel.
Advertisement warns buyers against imitation cough remedies and touts Dr Bosanko cough and lung syrup as superior. It notes prices at 50 cents and 1 dollar and lists Colby & Scott as sellers. The copy urges insistence on the genuine product to avoid deception.
A column of assorted medical ads praises White Wine of Tar Squrp and Red Clover Tonic with testimonials from Haatzdale and Rev. A Hedgren. It also promotes Backlen's Arnica Salve for cuts, bruises, sores, and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee and 25 cent price.
Local notice promotes Kemp's Balsam for throat and lung ailments claiming cures for coughs asthma bronchitis and consumption. G W Bechel offers free trial bottles, with prices 50 cents and 1. Sample free. Colby Scott Drugist sells Dr Bosankoh and Jungsyrup for coughs colds chest pains and lung affection priced 50 cents and 1. Dr Warner endorses White Tar Syrup from Stanton Iowa. Sold by all druggists with date November 28.
Dr. Wagner Kemp introduces Kemp's Balsam for throat and lungs touted as a remarkable compound that quickly stops coughing. Sold by G. W. Bechel at 50 cents to 1 dollar with a trial size free. Burdock Blood Bitters promoted as the best kidney cure for weak backs and renal pain.
An advertisement for Acker's Foolish Remedy promising to stop nighttime coughing. It offers prices of 10c, 50c, and $1, with sales through N. G. Woodward.
A humorous instruction on moistening envelopes to affix stamps leads to an old style advert for Dr Jones Red Clover Tonic. It claims cures for dyspepsia costiveness bad breath piles pimples ague malaria and other ailments with a 50 cent price tag from G W Bechels.
An old advertisement touts Dr Bigelow’s Positive Cure as a safe permanent remedy for hacking coughs colds and lung diseases. It claims quick relief and is pitched as suitable for children with a trial size offered free by G W Bechel.
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