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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1878
Page
2
Stand True as Old Ship Faces Danger
A quote attributed to Beys. Wane urges friends to stand true as an old ship faces danger and calls for the aid of brave men to help. The lines emphasize courage and collective action in peril.
Defiance County Republicans Convene June Delegation Meeting
The Republicans of Defiance County are called to meet in a delegate convention at the Court House in Defiance on June 22, 1878 at 1 oclock for nominating candidates for Probate Judge, Auditor, Sheriff, Clerk of the Court, Recorder, Commissioner, and Surveyor and to transact other business. Townships will hold caucuses on Saturday June 1 to appoint delegate numbers as specified. A Liott, Chairman, Republican County Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance County
Court House
Defiance
Washington
A. Liott
N. Rep
War between England and Russia postponed
The article notes the anticipated war between England and Russia is delayed. It also muses that General Grant could become the next president, a possibility that has occurred before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Russia
General Grant
Investigation row splits Democrats in Ohio politics
The piece cites Alexander H. Stephens as the sole anti investigator in Congress and analyzes reactions from Democratic papers like the St. Louis Times. It argues the investigation will bolster Republicans, critiquing the Democratic Legislature for gerrymandering and calling out alleged corruption and political capital building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Alexander H. Stephens
County political forecast splits fall ballot choice
The speaker declares two possible outcomes this fall in the county. The better class of Democrats will nominate and support honest competent men, or Democrats will face defeat. The stance remains that honest officials from either party are supported, while dishonest and incompetent figures are opposed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Congress
Republican push urged to reduce Democratic majorities in Ohio counties
The Cleveland Leader urges a vigorous fall campaign with Republican speakers in Democratic counties to shrink Democratic majorities. It argues Defiance and other counties were neglected, reducing majorities from 1400 to under 200, and predicts wider gains if outside organizers support the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Republican State Committee
Ohio
Legislator Behind Dog Law Honored as Legislation Genius
A critic urges locating the lawmaker who drafted the Dog Law and commemorating him highly for producing a remarkable yet impractical measure. The speaker extols the legislator's intellect and the enduring, if debated, legacy of the nineteenth century proposal.
Show the Express to Your Neighbor and Subscribe
A civic nudge urges readers to share the Express with neighbors and persuade them to subscribe, aiming to broaden readership and support for the local paper.
Tur Democrats Open to Immediate Investigation
John Sherman and Governor Noyes inform Tur Democrats they are willing and glad to have their investigating committee begin work at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tur
John Sherman
Noyes
Political firing and spoils in Columbus asylum
The Columbus insane asylum saw a Democratic shift in leadership as Dr. Gundry, a Republican with twenty years in charge, was dismissed. A new board appointed Dr. Firestone as superintendent at an extra thousand dollars a year, nominally for grounds work, prompting questions about salary supplementation and landscape duties during his term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Insane Asylum
Gundry
Board of Directors
Firestone
Save the Army and Navy demands for national defense
From the New York Graphic a call to Congress to abandon adjournment and authorize a 100000 man army expansion plus ships. Warns of domestic unrest, armed agitators, and the peril of a defenseless coast with riots and looting potential. Urges a national militia reform as a safeguard against insurrection.
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New York Graphic
Congress
England
Russia
United States
Great Britain
Admiral Porter
Portland
Boston
Provdence
New Haven
New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Norfolk
Savannah
Wauseon News and Local Happenings 1878 Notes
Dr Hollister has regained health and the Wauseon Rifle Club organized last Friday the 17th. John Spillane of Wauseon seeks treatment at Green Springs water cure for about four weeks and serious illness. Ohio State Grange master H. Ellis will speak at a Fulton county basket picnic on Fair Ground June 8. Robert Dunham reports an early wheat head, forecasting a fine crop. General Shields receives renewed attention after the Doorkeeper nomination and an ovation in Milwaukee on Decoration Day. The Cincinnati Times condemns Democratic policy on the Presidential question as revolutionary and urges Republicans to stand firm for peace and governmental institutions.
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Wauseon Rifle Club
John Spillane
Wauseon
Green Springs Water Cure
H. Ellis
Ohio State Grange
Fultonites
Fair Ground
Congress
General Shields
Chicago
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
The
Cincinnati Times
Republican Party
Napoleon News Briefs Highlight Local Events
The Napoleon Signal notes a twin death soon after birth to Mr. and Mrs. E. A Carroll. Gypsies reportedly earned about $200 fortune telling last Sunday. The 25th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. David Wilson drew a large party and superb supper. A new brick block is planned where A. Bradley’s grocery stands, two stories high. Stout’s Napoleon Corner Band disbanded after unpaid uniforms worth about $500 with $75 remaining. citizens’ lack of funds prompted a levy by the constable. The local military company drilled Monday, showing strong progress in drills and a sturdy, veteran-like presence. The martial band is praised as exceptionally good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Wilson
A. Bradley
Stout
Napoleon Corner
Clark aims to plant 250 acres of corn on Jackson prairie
The Bowling Green Sentinel notes John Clark plans 250 acres of corn on Jackson prairie this season, with 80 acres of wheat and 15 of oats hailed as the best in Wood county. The grape crop is diminishing. strawberries are nipped. rye may be hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowling Green
John Clark
Jackson Prairie
Clark
Wood County
New Store Ad Promotes Bargains at Clinton and Fourth
Early vegetables at Cary and Carroll's and Best Calicoes advertised for five cents a yard at the New Store located at Clinton and Fourth streets operated by J. McBroom.
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Cary & Carroll’s
Best
Cor. Clinton and
Fourth Streets
Kk. J. McBroom
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