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Defiance County Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1885

Page

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Heanty weighs acceptance urged by President

Heanty says his possible acceptance hinges on the President's wishes. He notes his own reasons matter less than satisfying Democratic demand for a candidate.

Postmaster Commissions Expire at Presidential Posts

Eleven presidential post offices report expired postmaster commissions with no appointments made. Additionally, at least twenty five hundred fourth class offices face the same issue.

Political quarrels and votes stir Toledo comment

A Toledo Journal report cites remarks by Thurman and Cleveland on rapid changes in office, Prohibitionist Wen Dr. Leonard’s governor nomination, Judge Robertson’s Republican fidelity, and debates over tariff and license laws. The piece notes party tensions and a mayoral election context.

Bill Hill Seethes Over President and Ohio Appointments

The Washington Cincinnati Enquirer reports Bill Hill of Ohio shows growing boldness in criticizing the President’s political appointments. He accuses officials of cronyism and predicts a blast if patronage isn’t redirected to friends.

Eymest Bill Hill Cleveland Hill Washington Cincinati Enquirer Wm. D. Hill Willim Ohio

Political Parties Battle in Ohio Campaign Schemes

A critique of Ohio politics asserts Democrats and Prohibitionists cooperate to defeat Republicans. It claims Democratic delays, Prohibitionist aggression, and covert tactics aim to ignite Bitter clashes to harness Prohibitionist votes and undermine the Republican party. The piece predicts Republicans will focus on the common foe the coal oil Democracy and reject side issues.

Ohio St. John Republican Party Free Whiskey Democracy Blaine Logan A. D David B. Turnbull Frederick A. Turnbull Turnbull & Son Charles A. Flickinger Peter Kettenring Edward Squire Common Pleas Court Defiance County Turnbull &Son Flickinger Turnbull Wagon Company John W. Mason N.G. Johnston

Libel Suit Targets Anonymous Newspaper Writer

A writer signing as Justice, Qld Subscriber and One Who Knows is sued for 10000 dollars in libel damages. The case serves as a caution to Civil and Tax-payer about accountability in published communications.

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Post Office Aid Sought in Ohio Campaign

The Toledo Bee reports a plea from Ohio voters for post offices ahead of the campaign. State Senator Elliott of Butler County pressed President Cleveland in a long interview, crying for offices. The President reportedly granted the request, noting the dignity of political favors.

Ohio Elliott Butler County Cleveland

Why the Difference in Society’s Treatment of Women

The piece contrasts how a rakish man is sheltered and restored by friends and gentleness, while a betrayed woman faces social ostracism and no forgiveness. It laments Christian society’s claimed kindness to women while exposing a deep social double standard and its moral consequences.

Ayer J. C. Ayer & Co Lowell Mass Dr. Albert Nota Truss. Alliance

Senator Beck Loses Temper Over Postmaster Removal

Senator Beck stormed into the office of the first assistant postmaster general demanding the postmaster's removal. When asked for charges he accused the rule, insisting affidavits were needed for acts of offensive partisanship. Frustrated, he left and went across the street to cool off.

Senator Beck Hay

Where Shall They Go The Mormon Exodus Question

The Edmunds law drives polygamous Mormons to seek new lands and plan emigration from Utah. A deputation travels to Mexico eyeing settlement in Sonora as a potential nucleus for Saints leaving U S territory. Mexico’s Catholic dominance and anti polygamy laws reduce the likelihood of a favorable move or relaxed settlement terms.

Utah Mexico Sonora United States

Public Printer Office Tende d to James Elverson

Report indicates the Public Printer’s office has been tendered and accepted by James Elverson of Philadelphia. Elmer White of the Defiance Democrat, a former candidate, is expected to be left out of the final arrangement.

Fostoria Democrat James Elverson Philadelphia White Elmer White Defiance Democrat Palamo Arbuckle, Ryan & Co Defiance Ohio

Democratic convention urged to repeal civil service instrumentality

The Cincinnati Enquirer argues Ohio Democrats should convene to repeal the civil service provisions they blame for aiding corrupt officials. It says Congress Democrats want repeal and need state support to remove the alleged Ohio author, calling for Dor man B. Eaton to fall from public prominence.

Ohio Dorman B. Eaton Thoman

Fiscal year ends with lower receipts and higher expenditures

The Cleveland Leader notes a shortfall in national receipts against estimates. Customs duties bring in 181 million vs 185 million expected. internal revenue about 112 million vs 115 million. miscellaneous revenue under 29 million vs 30. Expenditures rise by 18.7 million, total outlays including debt interest around 262.7 million. The piece predicts Democratic governance may lack credit.

Peruna praised by customers and druggists across multiple states

Letters from Cobden Illinois to Waynesburg Pennsylvania report strong Peruna sales and patient benefits. Drugstores in Washington Pa New Vienna Ohio Oak Harbor Ohio and Independence Pa cite steady demand and satisfied customers. Testimonies claim Peruna cures and improves health for individuals including Stephen Adamson Sr and Mrs Blair.

J. . Fenton Cobden Union County Ills A.C. Wilson Piqua Ohio Kelly & Roberts Druggists Washington Mary Donaldson Independence Washington Co Peruna H. C. Whisler New Brighton Perruna H. M. Hart Geo. Powell A. D. Gilliland H. L. Day Manalin Express John Reed Samuel Gunch Messrs

Shiloh's Cure Promoted By Colby & Co

Hacking cough relief touted as quick cure with Shiloh's Cure offered by Colby & Co today. Product emphasis and sales pitch suggest a patent remedy widely advertised in local notices.

Shiloh’s remedies advertised by Colby and Scott

An 19th century style advertisement lists Shilohs Vitalizer for dyspepsia and liver complaints, Shilohs Cure for cough and consumption, Shilohs Porous Plaster for back pain, and Shilohs Vitalizer for constipation and dizziness, all sold by Colby and Scott with various prices and guarantees.

Acker N. G. Woodward Shiloh Colby & Scott

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Defiance County Express Clinton and First Streets Frank ©. Culley, Ollie M. Culley Govenor Joseph B. Foraker Hamilton County Robert P. Kennedy Logan County Supreme Court George W. McIlvane Tuscarawas County John C. Brown Jefferson County Tj. A. Kohler Summit County Board of Public Works Wells S. Jones Pike County W. D. Hint Timmy Ben LeFevre Senator Payne Toledo Napoleon Haag Tuus Far W. D. Hill Gen. Durbin Ward Grand Army Portland Telepo Heanty Thurman Wen Dr. Leonard Bob Ingersoll Rockwett New York Garfield Guiceau Gath Toledo Journal Councl Boston Post The Toledo Bee Beck Thomas Cincinnati Enquirer Civeland Krotz & Morse’s Cheney Adelaide O’brien Exchange St Buffalo N. Y Hood Erie Mills Hall F. J. Cheney & Co C.I. Hood & Co Ayew the Chemical Co Cincinna Seca Set Hain An Congress Devils Lake Dakota R. Lata C. H.warren St. Paul Mion Manitoba St. Pau, Mary U. S. Land Office Minne Colby & Cott C. D. Warner H. D. Groves Clarksville, Mo M. E. Church Otz Morse’s Garrison Grant Street Eit M.B. Gorman Nod C. E. Bronson Geo, A WI Williams Undertaker Old Stand Central House M. FE. Heller & Cos Gingham Tee M. E. Heller & CO William H. Turnbull David H. Turnbull Filmore Krotz Chicago Varnish Company N. G. Joussron Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Baltimore Wheeling Bellaire Pittsburgh Cambridge Zanesville Newark Columbus Cincinnati Louisville St. Louis Mt. Vernon Mansfield Shelby Monroeville Sandusky DE Acisancses Fostoria Deshler Walkerton Wellsboro Chicago Raersloep Gm Ren Hp Pel Og Milford Jc Coeneee Auburn Teas Sandusky Shelby June Mt Vernon St Louis Pittsburg Washington Newark Orrick City of Harrison Street General Assembly First National Bank New Yorkey City Treasury Finance Committee M. B. Gorman Court House County of State of South Defiance Schultz Street Bouton Avenue David W. Marcellus Henry Haxpy Albert. Medical Institute Superior ST Cleveland, O Albert Biel paynEae Iin Iti Harg Moderat Pelea OR. Alhert Newchampionmowers Carroll Go Crockery Wm. Hollman Opera House Board of Trustees Presbyterian Holgate Ohio Holgate O N.S. Cole’s J.E. Fast Secy L. B. Peaslee A. Thompson Fe, Stout J. P Defiance Township Lee Defiance Ease Harvester Switzer Bros Defiance National Bank Resources Ovetatalus Lus Fund National Baaok State of Ohio Bowakop Swat Henry B Harris Edward Boston TOR, Clinton & Second Sts Defiance, Ohio F. A.B. Lowe Krom C. B Squire Nien Colby& Scott’s Viers & Hilton Florida Victor Eloour Chase & Sanborns Standard Odd Fellows Block W. Brown F. N. Lewis Third Streets Lemons &E Watkins & Chamberlin Blanchard Clinton Street 5Th M. Goldman Summit ST London O. K Mackinac Detroit Detroit & Cleveland Steam Nav. Co C. D. Whitcomb, Gen. Pass. Agrt Detroit, Mich A. Groweg McMonagle & Rogers Middletown Cas Kees Harris Reme Fort Gival
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