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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1884
Page
3
Defiance County Express highlights everyday happenings from Harleys new corner store to the fair display of cement works. It notes court times, upcoming elections rallies in Hicksville and Toledo, and local visits including Miss Olive Platt of Toledo.
A man in the third ward resisted Standard Oil pressure to join the Young Hickory Club or parade. The bribe offers of a white hat, clothes, or regular paper delivery failed to sway him. He dismissed the efforts as insulting and the Standard Oil trio departed.
The Standard Oil network in the city advertised Governor Hoadly’s Friday appearance but used a Wisconsin speaker. Crowds were counted at 592 by one observer and 534 by others, with poor turnout despite widespread notices. The cement mills are reported as expanded with a new kiln and running to meet orders.
J N Walter of Evansport makes molasses for customers Minnie Shick returns to Teleco A Skinner Kes hs cider mill runs full blast Dr Ela Lentz of Michigan visits Mrs Cyrus Decker and family stay with Joseph Kibble A store box incident noted Ex Constable Anson speech at Brunersburg pole The Evansport Sons of Temperance near 80 members Charles Moulton marries Sarah Hauer Sept 19 Pole height at Kibbles is 84 feet Alonzo Ewers administrator sale Apr 4 Local pole with Cleve Head marked nearby Netie Carver ill Rally at Defiance strong despite weather
A political notice accuses Democratic partisans and the Standard Oil faction of intimidating voters to push Blaine and Logan. It claims widespread threats, terming it retaliation against deserters and urging enforcement of anti intimidation laws. The piece vows to prosecute offenders under the law.
Northwestern Ohio and Indiana Republicans plan a grand mass meeting at Hicksville fair grounds with Hon. Ben Harrison Col C E Deans and Ex Governor Foster expected to attend. Thousands of Republicans and hundreds of Democrats from both states to be present. A torch light parade of Blaine and Logan Guards will close the event with B&O excursion rates offered.
A mid day survey shows strong progress across departments at the Hicksville fair grounds. Floral Hall promises a grand display under George Holton of Mark Center while Fine Art Hall hosts stands from Heerdegan & Co and others. Ball crowds expect balloon races and a sham battle with thousands attending Friday.
An 25 cent remedy claim for Griggs glycerine salve promises to heal cuts bruises scalds burns wounds and all skin eruptions. The ad offers satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded and lists G W Bechel as the seller.
Indignation rises in the third ward over nonresidents shaping local improvements. Advocates say Bohn and Miller must lead, as they know their constituents’ needs. Critics argue cross ward meddling infringes ward rights and tax equity, echoing Bohn’s insistence on their prerogatives.
Residents celebrate rains and political activity as the Blaive and Logan club visits Logan to aid the Republican pole. Delbert LaCost of Illinois visits sister Mrs Alex Mangel while Dr Reynolds and son Bruce stay with C R Ramsey before returning to Defiance. Alva Mote returns from the West and visits. Jerry Lord and wife from New York state visit relatives. Primary school is in full swing with Miss Lula Miller of Edgerton teaching.
Uncle Rolly edits a notes column with visitors from California Eaton and Williams County. Rease Beall visits his brother Joe. Mrs Cake Morris travels Hancock County. A threshing fire at H Bodenbender burns fourteen acres of clover seed. Magg ice engaged to supervise winter school. high hopes for the term.
Advertises largest and finest lamp assortment in Defiance by Krotz and Morses offering the lowest prices. Call and see.
The Ft. Wayne Gazette editor extols Dr King's New Discovery as a speedy cure for severe and mild coughs and urges readers to try a free bottle from Colby & Scott's Drug Store. Ads note large size at 1.00 and other products at Krotz & Morse's. Athlophoros touted for neuralgia and rheumatism with a testimonial from J E Reed of Los Angeles, California.
Sheriff John A. Foust proclaims the October 2d Tuesday 1884 as the day for county voters to meet in townships and precincts from 6 AM to 7 PM to elect state officers including secretary of state supreme court judge and commissioners for the board of public works with districts defined for the Sixth Congressional District and Third Judicial District.
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