07 May 1891
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Newspaper
Defiance County Republican Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1891
Page
1
Henry A. Mott former United States Government Chemist confirms the Royal Baking Powder is absolutely pure after extensive testing for the company and the U S Government. He notes the firm’s access to pure cream of tartar and proper preparation methods support the product’s purity.
A compact bio of Charles Anderson Dana born 1819 in Hinsdale New Hampshire. It traces his career from Harvard studies disrupted by eye disease to editing the New York Tribune the Republican Chicago, and the New York Sun since 1868. It notes his roles, writings, affiliations with Brook Farm, and political stances including anti Cleveland and support for Butler.
Perry street shops led by Louie Archambeault and J J Kahlo offer top horse shoeing wagon work and Schlosser buggy line at unbeatable prices. Washington street paving discussed to fix streets with fire brick. residents urged to self-finance over years. Defiance Young Men's Christian Association thrives yet seeks renewed adult support and plans social, educational, and junior activities. Membership dues set at five dollars yearly.
To nervous men address requested for illustrated pamphlet on Dr Dye’s Electro-Voltaic Belt and appliances. Claims include effects on nervous debility and restoration of vigor, manhood, and health. Offer to mail belt and appliances on receipt of 18 4 Vourate Bett Co Marshall Mich.
Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption Dr King s New Life Pills Bucklen s Arnica Salve and Electric Bitters are praised by J L Scott druggist with a full guarantee refunds offered if no satisfactory results and claims of universal satisfaction based on merit.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad offers round trip tickets to Philadelphia for the Catholic Knights of America meeting from May 9 to 15 1891 at one and one third fare. Return valid to May 14 1891. Contact a B O ticket agent for details.
A discussion in Ohio papers centers on a New York pictorial lampoon of King Humbert and calls for suppressing the issue. The Wood County Sentinel denounces the cartoon as dirty and outspoken, contrasting American press boldness with European restraint while citing historical tensions. An 1891 rail service notice follows. May 3 change of schedule for the Clover Leaf Route includes streamlined trains between Toledo and St Louis with Wagner Buffet Sleeping Cars. C C Jenkins, Gen Pass Ag t, Toledo Ohio.
Cavin S. Brice of New York, recently elected U.S. senator from Ohio, must pay taxes on $600,000 of bonds and stocks in Allen County for six years with a 50 percent penalty for four years. The mandamus, issued by the Ohio Supreme Court, compels Auditor Crites to place Brice assets on the county tax duplicate. The piece also discusses Ohio Democratic prospects, praising Joseph A. Outhwaite of Columbus as a potential speaker and a clean, capable governor-like figure for the party.
Advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for scrofula salt rheum and all blood disorders claiming an easy cure and good appetite for readers.
Abner L. Frazer of Milford Ohio wins $200 for best Cosmopolitan essay on farm life and legislation to aid farmers. The piece argues education organization and moderate profits as keys, urges anti adulteration laws and honest governance, with illustrations by Dan C Beard and F G Atwood. The June Cosmopolitan will publish the prize essay.
Mrs. Fred Ordway of Defiance is visiting many friends in Bowling Green, as noted by the Bowling Green Democrat.
Dear Sir this is to certify I have used nearly a bottle of your White Wine of Tar Syrup and cannot conscientiously recommend it to anyone as the best medicine for throat and lung diseases. If it cost $5 a bottle I would keep it on hand if able Elder T Stephens Elk Mills Mo.
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