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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1880
Page
2
The piece predicts an Ohio Republican majority of 40 000 and notes Garfield's nomination unites Republicans from coast to coast. It recalls 1860 parity, praises the Chicago convention outcome, and urges a strong fall victory while discussing potential future conventions and nominations.
The Defiance area recalls a secret political society led by John Reuter and Martin Jennings meeting in Wm. Higgins' block. Members pledge secrecy and aim to purify the atmosphere and smash a feared ring said to control Democratic nominations, with Jacksonians rumored to seize the next caucus.
The New York Telegram attacks Col Ingersoll for ridiculing the Bible arguing such vilification mocks religion s antiquity and beauty and harms the educated while praising Theodore Parker for a scholarly gentlemanly approach to disbelief.
From Our Own Correspondent reports on local happenings as roads improve and schools close for the week. Carpenter work on John Stevers and George Kellermire homes continues amid wet weather hurting crops. Residents converse about Bricktop Jacob Hall’s restaurant and nearby trades, while Rev. Dennis preaches at the U B church with upcoming services.
Corn not fully planted yet and garden pests noted. Rh B Cameron to enumerate in Tiffin township. Three new barns raised last week. Mrs Hall, mentioned previously, buried Saturday the 30th. Saturday rain hindered church decorations but graves were decorated and M E Church program held. Rev Geo Dennis delivered oration. Simon Figley, a War of 1812 veteran, spoke of Ft Meigs and Ft Stevenson. About $20 raised for expenses.
Wade Bros. & Co. offer made to order door and window screens with a window screen claim surpassing existing options. Customers urged to place orders and view samples. Also promote taking produce to Zeller & Bruner’s for top cash price.
The region reports wheat rusting badly as wet conditions prevented field work. Farmers hauled in grain last week after delaying for higher prices. Local quarterly union meeting at U B church drew good attendance despite stormy weather.
From Our Own Correspondent reports repairs on roads and high hopes for crops with oats ahead of corn. Farmers struggle with weather and planting delays while sheep shearing nears completion. Local residents and visitors are mentioned along with upcoming music events and Sunday School efforts.
The Baltimore and Ohio inaugurates a fast train schedule saving eleven hours between Chicago and Washington with through service and no layovers. Upgraded tracks depots and new Janney coupler platforms enhance safety and comfort. Pullman sleeping cars and through service mark the line as first class. Fresh fish available at Ketchel's. Heller and Waterman buy wool. Wellman’s Store sells a range of farm tools.
Thousands of sufferers from kidney and liver diseases are described as helped by Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Cure. The ad asserts it is the only medicine to effectively cure Bright's Disease and that Warner's Safe Diabetes Cure is the sole sure remedy for diabetes.
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