07 Mar 1879
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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1879
Page
1
Fragments from a 1879 Defiance County newspaper express a rallying cry to supporters, noting Judge Taft as the Republican nominee for governor and urging brave men to aid the cause.
Congress adjourns and the press must pivot for a week while Nasby teases out the affair. The writer notes the political maneuver and suggests Nasby will expose the issue, potentially wrecking the plan.
A severe breeze swept Noble township over the past week casting doubt on the Washington trip and its prospects. Local residents describe persistent gusts and associated disruptions as the journey ends without clear results.
The next Tri State Teachers Association will be held in Toledo Ohio on Saturday May 3 1879. A programme will be issued soon. The piece also notes the Republican State convention planned for Cincinnati on May 28 and comments on local occurrences including a Brundersburg church loss of 25 dollars due to speculative propensities of a Justice of the Peace.
The Tur Fremont Journal suggests Hayes could be named for the presidency in 1880. It notes such a move is possible but unlikely, with Stalwarts viewed as the preferred faction for 1880.
The Noble township scene shows lingering decay as Bean creek shores echo with coarse speech and unruly talk. A government mission to Washington did not succeed, leaving unresolved local concerns.
The speaker mocks a prior claim that the honor was for sale and notes Tilden refused to buy it. He says Democrats failed to obtain it and asserts Republicans received the honors, inviting another question.
The note urges township Republicans to hold caucuses early and nominate the best men, urging a strong push to maintain Republican strength this spring campaign season.
A farmer visiting Infirmary Farm was refused corn fodder because it was too cold and windy near the inmate houses. John W. Slough of the Democratic camp confronted Carmichael over last week's Express letter but found his opponent a tartar to deal with.
President Hayes vetoed the Chinese immigration bill and provided reasons in a message to Congress. The piece notes future efforts to craft a bill acceptable to all. It also mentions Col Cassi’s wartime promotion and California secession threats rebuked by California citizens amid Democratic factionalism.
The arch traitor Jeff Davis is praised in the Senate by rebel allies. An attempt to place him on the Mexican soldiers pension roll is described, while Zack Chandler exposes the so called glory by stripping away the rebel leader's finery. The piece warns that Davis could still sit in national halls.
Governor Bishop calls for ending intraparty spats and urges editors to stop disparaging prominent Democrats. He says Thurman cannot run for Governor while also seeking Senator and President roles, warning the burden is too great for one man.
Editorial argues for swift action to curb abuses linked to Chinese laborers. It asserts the need to end coolie contracts and peonage while upholding immigrant admission. The piece notes San Francisco can curb immoral entrants and suggests solutions without breaking treaties.
A Columbus synopsis reports Mr. Cowgill's measure to regulate county officer salaries via a local tax-payer commission. It argues general percentage cuts are unfair across counties and urges tailored, data driven compensation to prevent hardship while curbing excess. The plan is described as the first practical approach to the goal.
The piece critiques Republican independents who vote against their party seeking reform. It cites Indiana and Ohio examples, warns that supporting Democrats leads to a Democrat-controlled Congress and state governments, and urges 1868 1872 Republicans to return to party loyalty to preserve principles.
A windy snow storm disrupted travel as John Weaver moved to Chicago Junction for grade assignment. Malinda Babb dies of consumption. Ed Trimble sells job work for the Democrat. a new barber shop opens. James Morgan is gravely ill. disputes over dog-caused sheep damage prompt local questions.
The Friends of Colonel Alexander Cassil of Knox county urge his bid for Auditor of State. A Knox farm boy, Cassil joined the Republican party early and rose to Colonel of the Sixty fifth Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Wounded twice, he was elected Auditor twice after the war and later worked on the Cleveland Mt. Vernon and Columbus railroad, earning wide Central Ohio support. He won county and statewide backing in challenging conditions.
The company reports a strong rise in sales amid economic hardship and claims to account for three quarters of all sewing machines sold worldwide.
Henry H. Ackley files suit in Defiance county Ohio against Norman Smith and John N. Parker partners of Smith and Parker DeKalb Indiana. He seeks judgment on a promissory note for 786 dollars with 10 percent interest and attachment of Norman Smith real estate in Defiance County to satisfy the claim. Defendants must answer by May 3 1879 or judgment will be entered.
The text describes right sided rib edge pain with possible left side pain, shoulder and blade pain, and misdiagnosis as rheumatism. It notes loss of appetite, general constipation with alternate laxatives, dull headaches, memory loss, cough, fatigue, chilly or burning feet, prickly skin, low spirits, and reluctance to exercise. Postmortem shows extensive liver derangement.
Dr. C. McLane's Liver Pits are recommended to accompany quinine for ague and fever. The product is praised as a superior purgative for bilious derangements and as a preparatory or follow up treatment. A fair trial is urged for all afflicted.
The text asserts genuine Dr. C. McLane's Liver Pills and Liver Pins show seals and signatures C. McLane and Fleming Bros. It warns buyers to insist on Fleming Bros. Pittsburgh, Pa. products due to imitations spelled MeLane.
6 05am 8 58am 9 30 10 42 246pm 220 Mixed Accommodation leaves Deshler at 2.38 Am daily except Monday and arrives at Garrett at 9.00 Am stopping at all Stations. Figures west of Bellaire inclusive are Columbus time except at Chicago. Express trains run daily. Fast Line trains run daily on Central Ohio Division and Main Line daily except Sunday on Lake Erie and Chicago Divisions. Accommodations run daily except Sunday. cC.H. HUDSON L. M.COLE Supt 0. & C. Divs Chr fen's Ticket Ag t Baltimore.
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