29 Jan 1885
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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1885
Page
1
Local notes report Van Wert and nearby towns buzzing over skating rinks with plans for a 42 by 112 foot Mallet Bros. rink, resilience of ice on rivers, and shifting newspaper business. Mentions Lima’s dual dailies, Findlay gas, telephones under new rates, and civic chatter about politics and fairs.
Civil Engineer Van Fleet of the W L P Railway has been in town taking measurements for raising the iron Maumee bridge two feet. The project will also lower the eastward grade by about the same amount to ease the climb. The work will employ many workers and require time to complete.
The first coin issued in the United States was the cart wheel cent with three dies in 1793. Except 1815, cents have been issued continuously. 1793 samples fetch 3 to 5 dollars, 1794 about 60 cents, 1795 about 125 dollars, 1798 in good condition 40 to 50 dollars.
Thursday morning P Zeigler found his saloon locked and his clerk Adam Korn missing. Money from the drawer and Wednesday’s takings vanish totaling 40 to 50 dollars. Witnesses recall Korn seen near the B and O depot and possibly boarding the Wabash train west. Zeigler trusted him and is left puzzled.
A neighbor reports failure of Township Trustees to aid a German family in need despite promises. The letter cites four cold days with no food or clothing and states the writer will withdraw from the Fourth Ward relief committee while pledging personal support for the poor. The note reflects frustration with trustee action and calls for charity.
Prominent New York physician Dr. W A France, renowned for chronic disease care, will be in Defiance at the Russell House on Saturday January 31 for free consultation. Reports from patients show quick benefits, and his merit as a physician is well regarded.
A reader criticizes Mr Metz for leaving the relief committee and defends Trustee Mr Miller. The letter argues that broad public aid is needed beyond any single man and urges rich citizens to donate. It notes thugs and widespread hardship, calling for active work from all community members.
A reader defends Mr Metz and the citizen committee over relief distribution to the destitute in Defiance. The letter criticizes slow aid, describes a trustee’s stingy provisions, and asks why funds from the poor fund are not better accounted for. It urges fuller public reporting and continued charitable work amid charges.
In Noble Township and nearby areas, residents report news of marriages and moves, farm activities, new saw mill plans, and local hires. J. W. Brown to build a barn. J. M. Phillips depart for New York for a future home. W. E. Wolff to work for Wm. Phillips. two fast walking horses noted in Defiance county.
Common Pleas Court docket shows cases disposed by Wednesday noon. Multiple continuances and dismissals with costs noted. several actions decreed or sale ordered. judgments by default listed against several defendants. December to January term actions include Moon, Sill, Hengstler, and other pairs with various outcomes.
The text argues that newspapers have a legal right to honest criticism of public matters. It cites a Chief Justice ruling in libel cases, stating that publishers may point out defects and censure when acting fairly. It emphasizes public welfare and the need for unshackled liberty to comment.
Details emerge on a forgery scheme involving 500 acres in Maple Grove township Saginaw County valued at 5200. Dr A J Kniffin is charged with uttering forged deeds issued through D D Calvin's attorney Fred W LeSueur, with Kniffin jailed on 3000 bail after mortgaging and transferring the title to Minnie Burns.
A persuasive civic exhortation urges residents to promote local development. It warns against doom sayers and encourages supporting merchants beautifying streets paying taxes promptly and speaking positively about community improvements to raise values and attract investment.
In Defiance a destitute family in the fourth ward draws strong sympathy from Mr. Ed Metz and the paper’s column. Trustee Miller reports authorities delivered aid on the 13th and 17th, and again yesterday with clothing and victuals. Metz’s card reflects honest concern while residents urge continued support rather than withdrawal from the relief committee.
The President signed a bill sending the French Spoliation claims to the Court of Claims. The long saga began with 1800 treaty liabilities for French depredations on American commerce. Mrs. Rinaldo Evans leads the claimants, including descendants of ship captain Shaw from the Fusilier seizure in 1798. Congress has struggled for decades, vetoes blocked relief, and Sumner and Cheat have urged payment. The court will ascertain amounts, and Congress likely will pay those allowed. Gov. Curtin plans a bill to fund government counsel for claimant protection, with years more needed to settle all claims.
Haller and Gibson settled with the Buffalo German Insurance Co of Buffalo N Y and a judgment against the plaintiff for costs. Haller and Gibson also settled with the Cooper Insurance Company of Dayton Ohio and a judgment against the plaintiff for costs. Margaret Richholt versus Wm C Hutchinson et al resulted in a judgment by confession with judgment stayed 60 days. Frederick Roehrs vs R A Diebl et al continued.
A fragmented glimpse cites Sandusky city daily logs and factory lists, regional travel costs to New York, and a defiant mockery of Defiance vandals. It mentions six wards in the town, a lingering query about a baseball club, and a crammed bat practice room with an 80 foot facility.
All subscribers who pay their subscription in advance through January 1 1885 or for the year 1885 receive the American Farmer free for the year. Express readers paying three months in advance get one year free for 25 cents extra. The offer includes a 16 page agricultural magazine from Fort Wayne Indiana, promoting farming, stock breeding and rural households. The deadline is January 31, and cash in advance is required.
The name is now familiar nationwide as the originator of Dr Bosanko Cough and Lung Syrup, the people's favorite remedy for coughs colds consumption and throat and lung ailments. Price 50 cents and 100 dollars. Sold by Colby and Scott.
An advertisement touts Shilohs vitalizer as a cure for indigestion dizziness loss of appetite and yellow skin and claims immediate relief for cough with price options 10 50 cents and 1 Colby and Scott also promote Shilohs catarrh remedy for diphtheria and canker mouth and offer a nasal injector free with each bottle A perfume Hackmetack priced 25 and 50 cents is advertised alongside Shilohs cures for croup whooping cough bronchitis and liver complaints with a printed guarantee on every bottle
Free distribution of Dr Bosanko’s Cough and Lung Syrup at Colby and Scott’s Drug Store. The remedy treats coughs colds consumption and bronchitis. Regular sizes priced at 50 cents and one dollar.
Defiance Ohio announces a claim office for Wm. C. Travis where all who have legal business or soldiers seeking pension or increase may learn helpful information. Visit before elsewhere at the corner of First and Clinton streets. (2w.)
An old-time advertisement touts Dr Bigelow s Positive Cure as a safe pleasant remedy for coughs colds and lung ailments. It claims rapid permanent cures for both adults and children and notes a trial size free from G W Bechel with a 50 cent price for the full bottle.
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