Republican State Convention to be held in Toledo in 1887
The Republican State Convention of 1887 will meet in Toledo on Wednesday and Thursday the July 1887. Delegates from each Congressional District convene on Wednesday at 3 o clock P M to choose a Vice President and committee members. The convention opens for temporary organization at 4 P M and for permanent organization at 9 o clock A M the next day to conduct business. Candidates will be nominated for Governor Lieutenant Governor Judge of Supreme Court Auditor Treasurer Attorney General and Board of Public Works. Representation is one delegate per 500 and one per 250 votes for Governor Foraker in 188. Defiance county has 4 delegates. Total delegates will be 123. Allen T Brinsmade Chairman Republican State Committee. Josua K Brown Secretary.
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Toledo
Defiance County
Crawford county plan shifts to primary election format
In a time of peace, Oxek session of Congress is deemed sufficient for one year. The Crawford county plan, long debated for nominating candidates, is now aligned with the primary election approach.
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Oxek
Congress
Crawford County
Republicans of Ohio vow unity beyond the nominee
The statement asserts that Republicans in Ohio and any other state will not sulk or stay divided regardless of who secures the presidential nomination, signaling a pledge of party solidarity and ongoing campaign support.
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Ohio
Sulk
Opinion Praise for Governor Foraker’s Leadership
A contemporary editorial lauds J B Foraker as one of the best governors the state has seen. The praise is explicit, noting the assessment is not from a Democratic viewpoint but general commendation of his administration and impact.
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J.B. Foraker
Extra Congress Session Seen as Democratic Campaign Move
The remark frames an extra session of Congress as a Democratic maneuver for campaign gain and assigns blame to the party pushing it, arguing it would be a sham and not a national emergency.
Sherman Dawed By Fear Of President Cleveland?
The New York Times ponders whether Sherman fears President Cleveland amid a Springfield confrontation with a mugwumpish representative. the take is that Sherman shows no fear and handles the situation decisively.
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The
New York Times
Sherman
Cleveland
Springfield
Poorly Printed Papers Risk Exchange Reputation
Print shops must dispatch high quality copies to exchanges, as many papers from nearby towns are routinely inspected at the printing office. Editors are urged to send their best editions to avoid errors and misrepresentation in the record.
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Pusuisuers
St Louis citizens drive invitation to Cleveland encampment
The G. A. R. of St. Louis have nothing to do with inviting President Cleveland to visit St. Louis during the encampment. The idea originated with and was carried out by the citizens of St. Louis.
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St. Louis
Cleveland
Extra session to test Carlisle Randall on financial theory
An extra congressional session will focus on testing the strength of Carlisle and Randall and to push a compromise on their financial theory. If no compromise is reached, officials expect the administration to urge a graded tariff bill.
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Congress
Carlisle
Randall
Grover Cleveland in Politics and a Senator Sherman Speech
The Cincinnati Telegram recalls Grover Cleveland vetoing pensions while soldiers’ graves were honored. On page six, Senator John Sherman’s Springfield Ohio speech, June 1, reviews past and future party deeds, urging Republican duty in the next campaign. The editors call it a sound, able Republican doctrine with strong analysis.
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Grover Cleveland
Cincinnati Telegram
Congress
John Sherman
Ohio Statesman
Springfield
Tfl
Death of Ex Vice President William A Wheeler
Hon William A Wheeler longtime Republican leader in New York and national politics died Saturday at Malone New York at age sixty eight after a long illness. He was widely regarded for remaining tied to his hometown throughout life and died of brain affection after a period of declining health. Funeral services were held Tuesday.
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William A. Wheeler
Republican Party of
New York
Malone
N. Y
Wheeler
Blymyer Takes Over Defiance Express From Elmer
W G Blymyer, a renowned newspaper man, moves from Mansfield to Defiance to manage the Express, the paper sold by T D Elmer. He vows to put the paper to the front and is noted as an outstanding job printer.
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W. G. Blymyer
Mansfield
Defiance
The
Express
T. D. Elmer
Mr. Blymyer
Newspetision
Arrest of Hammon for murder shocks Franklin marshal scandal
Franklin Marshal arrives in Defiance with warrant for Frank Hammon, accused of murdering 18 year old Mary Koesweger near the canal. Hammon, a former Mason ic boat hand, is identified by two knives at the scene as towns debate the arrest and the marshal’s drunken conduct and attempted pursuit across towns before returning to Franklin for trial.
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Franklin
Frank Hammon
Mary Koesweger
Hammon
Masonic
Allis
Cora Davenport
Defiance
Brunersburg
Texas
Capt. Wise
Schooley
Ralston
Defiance Petition Seeks Sixteenth Regiment Camp
The Sixteenth Regiment plans encampment soon and a Defiance delegation urged the committee on location to bring the camp to Defiance. They found encouragement and offered sites at Deatrick Grove on the Auglaize and the northeast grove near Sulphur Hollow as excellent options with full facilities.
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Defiance
Deatrick Grove
Auglaize
Defiance Schools Assign Teachers By Ward For Next Year
The assignment lists teachers by ward and school level. Central ward includes Miss Mattie Camercs as principal, Miss Slagle and Ada Zucker in elementary, with multiple teachers named for primary and high school. Second ward assigns Miss Mary Haymaker for primary and mixed duties, while Third and Fourth wards include Alice Gleason, Mrs. Ashton, Nettie Wisler, Fannie Wisler, Rebe Heatley and others in primary roles.
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Defiance
Central Btd
Mattie Camerc
Tee Missie Slagle
Ada Zucker
B It Handy
Hattie Deatrick
Lotta Ward
Mamie Gleason
Vie Bevington
Lizzie Keisnetler
Dollie Naveau
Lizzie Kesselme
Alice Deatrick
Fannie Strong
Minnie Ditmer
Jessie Dunn
Mary Haymaker
Nellie Orcutt
Alice Gleason
Mand Pera Cc
M. E. Ashton
Nettie Wisler
Fannie Wisler
Crimary
Rebe Heatley
Memorial Day appreciation resolution at Bishop Post meeting
The June 7 Bishop Post regular meeting unanimously adopted a resolution thanking those outside the ranks for Memorial Day services. Special mentions include donors of flowers and wreaths, Profs Myers and Wellman, singers, Rev W O W Lance, Harmonic Band, Rev B W Slagle, Rev John Poucher, and the city press for notices.
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Bishop Post
Profs
Myers and Wellman
W.o'w. Lance
B. W. Slagle
John Poucher
Licenses Granted to Wed by Probate Judge
The following couples have been granted marriage licenses since the last list: Deitrich Kammeyer with Miss Fredericka Schafer, John A. Phyles with Miss Maria Jane Wines, Wm. G. Churchman with Mrs Nettie Hanna, Austin Knipe with Miss Mary A. Bottter.
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Deitrich Kammeyer
Fredericka Schafer
John A. Phyles
Maria Jane Wines
Wm. G. Churchman
Nettie Hanna
Austin Knipe
Mary A. Bottert
Cantlon candidate for Recorder in Toledo
The Toledo Bee reports Councilman John Cantlon as a ninth candidate in the Recorder race amid eight others. The city sees another hopeful for the nomination. Rug Frantz, sixteen, was injured Wednesday at 9 pm while hurrying home before rain. He fell along the sidewalk near the Ansbury building, suffering a deep leg wound with flesh torn from the bone.
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Toledo
John Cantlon
Cantlon
Rug
Frantz
Ansbury
Sidewalks to be built on Maumee bridge in 70 days
County commissioners report a busy session this week. Harmonie Band plays Saturday at the band stand and travels to New Bavaria Sunday for a cornerstone laying. Public notices include unresolved Antwerp dodge claims and postponed Baptist Children's Day. A strawberry and ice cream festival by Mission Band is planned at the M E church Wednesday. Butter-milk delivery by Defiance Creamery’s W G Jarvis noted. Grand 4th of July event at City Hall to aid Phelps Command No 4 with music and refreshments.
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Maumee Bridge
County Commissioners
Harmonie Band
Harmonie
New Bavaria
Antwerp
The
Baptist Society
P. C
Fort Wayne
Chas, Behringer
P. S. Zigler
H. Bowman
Chas. Ashbacher
L. C. Britton
C.F. Fillman
A. Behringer
J. A. Ketchel
J. P. Slough
O. A. Frick
Mission Band
M. BE
W. G. Jarvis
Defiance Creamery
Jarvis
City Hall
Phelps Command
Union Veteran’s Union
Program for Lee Bechel circle meeting June 17 1887
At the home of Miss Lee Bechel on Friday evening June 17 1887 the circle held opening vesper roll call responses rhythmical compositions and original stanzas by each member. Secretary and treasurer reports followed by instrumental music Nachtlager Kreutzer and The Old Folks at Home. Refreshments favors and song selections concluded the event.
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Lee Bechel
C. L
Challener
Prof. Myers
School Terms and Plans for the Normal College
The article notes the school closes on June 23 and the summer term begins July 11. The Library will be open for students next week. Professor Williams from Pittsburg arrived in Defiance and spoke to students. he and his brother may take charge of the Normal College and advertise a free summer term open to all, with dedicated teachers and thorough supervision.
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Alexander Peasle
Paulding Co
Prof
Williams
Pittsburg
Penn
Defiance
Letters Uncalled For at Defiance Post Office June 7 1887
List of uncalled letters for the week ending June 7 1887 at Defiance post office. Names include Balmer Mrs Malissa Krutch Chas Bassett Daniel G Fred Birkmyer Joseph L rn Batenbender Mrs M Leroex Nicolls Bax Miss Libie Millen G W Butler Jas Murphy R B Cline John Neal James Clemens John Riker Miss Anna Cork C E Richter J C Daoust Julia Sholmaker Luella Evers Chas Schoup Aug Gartee Miss Flora Schlagel Jacob Geegin John Secrist John C Greaser Henry Stelle H D Hosa Edward Sterling Jacob Harner 8 D Swarg Miss L Hartman Wm Jessler A J Hanna Horace D Thom Miss Laura Kaum J Wagner po TM CoC Kincaid Mr Wendt Wm Whippard Rachel. Persons calling for above letters will please say advertised. Joan M Henastier P M
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Defiance Post-Office
Balmer
Malissa Krutch
Chas, Bassett
Daniel G
Fred. Birkmyer
Joseph L. Rn. Batenbender
M. Leroex
Nicolls Bax
Libie Millen
G. W. Butler
Jas. Murphy
R. B. Cline
John Neal
James Clemens
John Riker
Anna Cork
C. E
Horace D
Thom
Laura Kaum
J. Wagner
Kincaid
Mr. Wendt
Wm Whippard
Rachel
Joan M. Henastier
P. M
Deeds Recorded for Week Ending June 9 1887
List of property transfers including Clarisa Cole to Alphasetta Kilgore two acres in township five for 350 dollars and Sophia Meyer to Henry Meyer eighty acres in Adams township for 700 dollars plus numerous transfers in Defiance, Tiffin, Washington and Mark townships with prices ranging from 1 to 3600 dollars. Names include Kreideweis, Krotz, Moon, Cameron, Openlander, Baker, Welker, and others across multiple additions and parcels.
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Clarisa Cole
Alphasetta Kilgore
Azarial Hallery
H. E. Steelsmith
Hicksville
Sophia Meyer
Henry Meyer
Adams Township
Geo. Ginther
Albert Ginther
Washington Township
Martha Johnson
Gustavus Kreideweis
Gorman’s
Harthie Kreideweis
Lydia Kreideweis
Francis H. Rice
Lena Wenberg
Fhelpe
David Openlander
Samuel Openlander
Mark
Delaware
Stephen Spurgeon
Chas
Seiple
Richland Township
Frederick Ragelmier
Elizabeth Rummel
Defiance
Michael Gorman
August Bruns
Defiance Township
F. J. Dyarman
Anna M. Deatrick
Cottage Park
Tracy Baker
Henry Baker
Wesley Steffel
Methodist
Wallace P
Samuel P
Shirey Cameron
Geo. I. Moon
Tiffin Township
Geo.i. Moon
Sarah Moon
Wallace
Samuel P. Cameron
Charlotte Krotz
John W. Winn
South Defiance
C. J. Daoust
Krotz
Charlotte Krotaz
John P. Eiser
Theo
Herschman
James Boptiss
F. L. Hay
John &. Demann
David Popper
Ambrose
James Greek
Mark Township
Edward Welker
Geo. W. Bond
City Council Proceedings and Bids in Defiance
The City Council met in regular session Tuesday approving minutes and hearing reports on gas heating, sidewalks, and street work. John Korn bid lowest on Maumee bridge walks with others bidding for iron and wood components. Bids, resolutions, and committee referrals dominated all-night proceedings with sewer, water, and street improvements, plus police confirmation and July 4 event use of City Hall.
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Resent
Bohn
Cantlon
Kehnast
Miler
Marshal
Otto
Tennyson
Zigler
John Korn
Wayne Street
Trémpe
Deatrick and
Warren Road
Grant Streets
Franklin and
Fifth and
Perry Streets
Union Park
Clinton and
Arabella Streets
Second Ward
Father Kinkead
M. B. Gorman
Fifth Street
East Defiance
Henry McNally
Maumee Bridge
Smith Bridge Company
B. B. Woodcox
King Iron Bridge Co
Board of Health
High Street
North Defiance
J. H. Moll
Union School Building
Monumental Park
Ralston
U. V. A. Post
City Hall
Miller
Jennyson
Canton
Champion Fence Co
F. W. Knapp
John S. Demann
Unclear Significance Of Steedman Cane Display
Report notes that G A R members carried hickory canes to Toledo for the Steedman unveiling as a neutral, nonpolitical gesture. Cane usage showed no party feeling, shared by members of both parties, described as a simple symbol of the hoop pole district and its timing.
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Bortor
Toledo
Multiple Churches Announce Sunday Services Across City
The St Paul M E and other churches list public services at 10:30 A M and evening times, with Sunday schools at noon or 1:30. Clergy include Rev Wm W Lance Rev Geo Behwinn Rev J L Phillips and others. All are welcome with free seats and parish activities scheduled throughout the day.
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St. Paul M. BE
Wm. W. Lance
German M. E. Church
Geo. Behwinn
Baptist Church
J. L. Phillips
Grace Episcopal Church
Presbyterian Church
B. W. Slagle
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
J. Deindoerfer
St. John’s Lutheran Church
G. M. Zucker
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
M. P. Kinkead
St. John’s Catholic Church
J. B. Jung
United Brethren Church
W. H. Evans
Astor
Vienna Bread ads and assorted local notices
A collage of 19th century advertisements and notices for loans on farms, legal services, wages, employment, second hand piano, ice cream, Baltimore Bakery biscuits, laundry jokes, and household goods. Includes a reward notice for arrest of window throwers and a theatrical mix of local business pitches and job offers.
Pine Timber Prospects For Southern Pines In Mississippi
Long leaf yellow pine dominates in southern central Mississippi with timber 40 to 75 feet tall and 8,000 merchantable feet per acre. It is 60 percent stronger than Norway pine and 89 percent stronger than Michigan white pine, used by Pullman Co for car sills and by Jackson and Sharp Car Co. in Delaware. Defiance Southern Land and Lumber Co owns 10,000 acres in Perry and Jones Counties between Leaf River forks, enabling river float to the Gulf for overseas sale. Company members include Edward Squire, M. S. Holston, J. A. Boyd, W. D. Colby, Guy Tippin, N. G. Woodward.
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Gulf Coast
Mississippi
Michigan
Pullman Co
Jackson and Sharp Car Co
Wilmington
Delaware
Birmingham
Alabama
Defiance
Perry and Jones Cos
Miss
Gulf of Mexico
Queen and Cresent
Gulf and Ship Island
Defiance Southern Land and Lumber Co
Edward Squire
M. 8. Holston
J. A. Boyd
W. D. Colby
Guy Tippin
N. G. Woodward
Also Mentioned on This Page
Defiance County Express
Third Sts
the Express Publishing CO
Allen T. Brinsmade
Josuva K. Brown
Jilding, Ym
Stant High School
Rammer
Normal College Notes
Council Proceedings
Mason—Howe
Richard Mason
Wyandot
Sarah E. Howe
Court House
Vienna
H. G. Baker
C. I. Morse
J. J. Kanto & Bros
Baltimore
U. S
C.S. Wellman
R. Brown
Brown
Hovust
Geo. Switzer
Switzer & Kehnast’s
Brown’s
Rogers & Boom
Minsel’s
C. I. Morse’s
Wail Price
Rogers & Boory
M. E
Boston
South America
Joseph T. Inman
New York City
Golden Star
Switzer
Kelas
Clinton Street
Brown and
Malta
HOR
Ros
Aitzwer
J. J. Kahlo & Bro
Planet JR
van Winkle
Georgetown
J.J. Kahlo & Bro
Second Street
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