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Defiance County Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1887

Page

4

Principles and Tendencies Speech of the Ohio Statesman

A Springfield Illinois address outlines Republican achievements in war and reconstruction, contrasts with Democratic acts, defends Union victory, promotes national unity, civil rights progress, protective tariffs, and internal improvements, and calls for fair elections and strong federal oversight to preserve the Republic.

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Tariff Reform Clash Forces Dean Academy Teachers Out

The Lewiston Gazette reports two Dean Academy instructors, Profs Perry and Mendon, resigned after being identified as members of the Franklin Tariff Reform Club. Trustees deemed tariff reform political heresy, signaling intolerance and influencing future teaching at the institution.

Dean Academy Lewiston Gazette

Striking tariff critique across nations prompts labor views

The New York Tribune notes pig iron consumption in the United States exceeds the United Kingdom and questions why domestic use should not outpace England. It cites geography, rail access, and tariff effects, arguing protectionist policy suppresses steel industry growth. The Louisville Courier-Journal comments on French protectionism and Paris workers demanding higher pay to match bread costs, versus American workers.

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Harmonious labor and thought sustain health and happiness

The Philadelphia Record notes that a balanced life requires both practical work and thoughtful activity. It argues Britain would resist broader free trade with Canada, but U.S. and Canada will eventually gain reciprocal free trade with or without Britain's consent.

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Described Roman bedsteads and sleeping arrangements

Ancient Roman bedsteads stood tall and required steps to enter. They resembled large bofas with a headboard and often a footboard and high back on the far side, but open toward the entry. Frames carried girths supporting a thick mattress with bolster and pillow placed above.

Poacher Admits Sheep Theft Then Knifes His Dog

A down on his luck poacher entered a neighboring county to steal a sheep in the dark. On returning home he discovered he had killed his own bird dog with a knife and carried the body seven miles across lots. He vented his frustration under a moonlit sky, reflecting on the misidentification.

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Tempest Sermon Crowns Christ In The Ship

The Rev. Talmage preaches on Mark iv 36 39 urging believers to keep Christ in the ship amid life s storms and revivals His vivid imagery shows Jesus calming the sea and guiding believers through trials while noting the need for courage in times of religious upheaval and personal loss.

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Bread Weighing and Penny Worths in London Markets

London correspondent Annie Wakeman reports on bread sold by weight in quartern and half quartern loaves, prices per loaf, and enforcement for underweight. She notes extra slices go to the beggar, lists common goods sold by the pound, and recalls Dallas’s remark that sixpence buys more in London than elsewhere.

Annie Wakeman London Philadelphia Record England Dallas Philadelphia

Timber rot and water soaking for durability

A Canadian lumber expert explains that many woods rot under bark or after exposure, while water soaking preserves timber. Basswood elm beech oak responses vary with bark, shelter, or wetting. he urges water immersion immediately after cutting or in spring, noting faster drying and insect resistance in water-treated lumber.

It Is Well to Remember Wise Reflections on Duty and Luck

A Good Housekeeping quote extolls wealth from prudent income, warns against idleness and gossip, and values duty, faith, and hard work over luck. It contrasts fleeting religion with genuine effort and emphasizes studying one’s own affairs to aid others.

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