Jennie Calef Tonight At Myers Opera House In New Role
Local notices list Jennie Calef performing a new role at Myers Opera House tonight after recent tours. Also reported are real estate moves by Ira Kiser of Fostoria and Ed Mallet’s purchase in East Defiance, plus a large house repaint by R T Potterif in North Defiance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira Kiser
Fostoria
East Defiance
Ed. R. Mallet
R. T. Potterif
North Defiance
Jennie Calef
Myers’ Opera House
Chautauqua Event and City Graveling Contracts
At the residence of Mrs. L. P. Shelley on Monday evening May 23 1887 the Chautauqua featured readings music and a report. County Commissioners held graveling contracts for four city jobs from Maumee bridge to Noble township line and other routes with bids from M Weisenburger Wm Hill Wes Johnson John Elliott and Frank Stone totaling 3000 dollars. A new gravel pit was opened and work will start immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
W. D. Adams
Tecumseh
Mich
Haymaker & Johnston
Davis Farm
Whitney Farm
Wilhelm
Defiance Union
Lessnett
Montpelier
Myers’ Opera House
P. Shelley
Oliver Goldsmith
Oliver Bruce
J. A. Orcutt
Wakefield
Gertie Welsh
Chautauquan
Lee Bechel
Our City
Maumee Bridge
March’s Corner
Hill Road
Noble Township
Brunersburg Road
River Street
Evans Farm
Hopkins Street
East Defiance
Ottawa Pike
Clinton Street
Monument
M. Weisenburger
Wm. Hill
Wes. Johnson
John Elliott
Frank Stone
Gas Fire Reported At Defiance Farm Discovery Near City
Citizens rushed to the Geo Partee farm eight miles NW after news of gas strikes. A prior stock well was filled after gas appeared. C E Bronson began drilling, reaching shale at 50 60 feet and striking a live gas vein. A flame rose 8 10 feet and burned steady, prompting continued drilling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance
Geo. Partee
C. E. Bronson
Pocket Picking At Show Day Reported In Toledo
J B Mitchel William Dickman and others lose pocket books at a show with varying sums stolen including 25 and a check for a deposit from Dr Levy Colby F M Case and Rev G S May also have losses John Spangler recovers items after finding the book and papers in an alley The notice warns against unproven remedies for catarrh and promotes Halls Catarrh Cure The Steam Laundry distributes 4250 weekly to employees all spent locally
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Mitchel
William Dickman
Tiffin Township
Mr. Dickman
Dickman
P. P
John Spangler
Perry Street
Sherwood notes and town items amid varied news
Local briefs report several deaths in four weeks within one family, updates on the Sherwood Sabbath School children day plans, and progress on the Cincinnati, Jackson and Michigan Railroad project with 300 Italian workers expected. Burglary incidents alarm residents while a gas oil charter is granted. Local ads promote tobacco, furniture, laundry, coal stoves services, and a church window vandalism reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winterstein
Mark Center
John Schimpf
Sherwood Union Sabbath School
Cincinnati, Jackson & Michigan R. A
Sherwood
Cecil
How's Your Liver Health Promo in 19th Century Ad
An old advertisement extols Simmons Liver Regulator as a universal health remedy. It links torpid liver to constipation, headaches, despondency, and indigestion, claiming the product restores health and happiness with extraordinary efficacy. Endorsed by W. J. McElroy of Macon Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simmons Liver Regulator
W. J. McElroy
Macon
Loan on long time at lowest rate of interest
On improved farms, loan terms allow repayment before due in sums that suit you. No life insurance required. For details contact 181f H. G. Baker, attorney at law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Baker
The Best Salve for All Skin Ailments Sold Here
An 19th century-style ad proclaims a salve that cures cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores chapped hands chilblains corns and other eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back and lists Colby and Scott as the sellers at 25 cents per box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colby & Scott
Season Debut of Almont Stallions at Defiance Stables
The Almont Stallion Alhambra Chief and the Belgian Stalion Luis begin the 1887 season with shows Monday to Wednesday at Napoleon and Thursday to Saturday at the old livery barn on Front Street in Defiance.
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Peter Dickman
Defiance County
Burgland & Shead
North
Defiance
Luis
Napoleon
Front Stret
Beautiful World Promotes Health with August Flower and Golden Specific
Readers are offered Green's August Flower and Dr Haynes Golden Specific as cures for dyspepsia liver complaints and numerous ailments. The ad claims dramatic effects from three doses and notes sample bottles and guaranteed cures. It also markets steam laundry services and Briggs transfer catalogues with free samples and confidential mailing options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haynes
GoLpen Specific Co
Race St
Cincinnati
Ohio
New Grain Drill Showcased by J. J. Kanto & Bros
A three wheel force feed grain drill is displayed on 2d street at J. J. Kanto & Bros. The device attracts attention as a standout agricultural implement for buyers and farmers in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Kanto & Bros
Attorney Promises Quick Money Loans in Defiance Ohio
Wm C Travis an attorney at law advertises short notice loans in Defiance Ohio. He offers to furnish money before other lenders and invites parties to contact him at his office over C I Morse's Grocery Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank A. Roberts
C. I. Morse
Geo. H.roberts
Defiance
Ohio
WM. C. Travis
City of
Trans-Ohio and Cincinnati & Pittsburg Tickets Offered
Beginning now the B. and O. Railroad Company sells thousand mile tickets good across the Trans-Ohio divisions or the Cincinnati and Pittsburg line for 25 dollars each. Tickets expire July 31 1887 and are available at principal ticket offices.
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Cincinnati & Pittsburg
Free trial bottles boost Colby Scott’s drug trade
C. I. Morse at Colby & Scott’s Drug Store promotes free trial bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption. The ad claims quick cures for coughs colds asthma bronchitis croup and throat lung diseases with a large size bottle priced at $1 and guaranteed satisfaction. Also mentions Acker's English Remedy and local sellers N. G. Woodward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colby & Scott's
Dr. King
Wanted: traveling salesman with horse and conveyance
Advertises work on the road within the country offering large commissions or salary. Seeks a trustworthy man with references, citing First National Bank of Lagrange Indiana as a reference. Also promotes Acker's English Remedy for coughs and colds with price details and a local dealer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank
Lagrange
Ind
Dr. R. Drake
Botanical Farm
Lavratory Lagrange
Indiana
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Wyandotts
Ight Brahmas
Plymouth Roks
P.O. Box
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Mapa
Chicago and Northwestern Railway CO
Charles E. Simmons
Land Com
C. & N. W. Scien
Chicaco
Ill
Keystone
Lovell Mfg. Co. Ltd
Erie, Pa
Eed
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Noold
Wm. McDoRough
Killen
G. W. Potter
Paulding
Paulding Democrat
Stephen Slough
John Slough
Carey
Tiflin
C.l
J. P. Buffington
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Lion
Gant
Brussels
Vienna
Rogers & Booru
Minsel’s
C. I. Morse’s
F. L. Hay
Court House
A. L. Morse’s
M. E
Bucklen
Our Lady Patrons
Express
W. H. Quinby
Euclid Ave
Cleveland
Quinby
N. G. Woodward
Sm Lin S
Ellevue Hospital
N. Y
St. Francis Hospital
St. Joseph’s Hospital
W. E. Holcomb
M. D
East 25Th St
Cony & Scott
Kaskinee
Kaskine
Warren St
New York
C.gars
Rogers & Boor
Acker
South America
Joseph T. Inman
New York City
Fieney Saraul
Milwaukee
Wis
ARFP
BRUCS
Jno.f. Deatrick & Son
Third Sts
Defiance, O
Ransact
Erle Mills
Arbuckle, Ryan& Co., Proprietors
M. KE. Heller & CO
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