School board approves rooms for summer normal use
The board of education met at 5 pm in R H Gleason's office with six members present. Minutes of prior meeting approved. Ed M Mills and associates granted use of two rooms in the Central building for a summer normal, with janitor and light costs covered. A resolution orders janitors to keep furnaces burning to maintain ventilation. Adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
R H. Gleason
Davis
Rath
Gleason
Gorman
Sass
Ort
Ed M. Mills
Best Remedy for Rheumatism Promises Quick Relief
An endorsement for Chamberlain's Pain Balm as rapid relief from muscular rheumatism. Troy Ohio resident D N Sinks credits the product, after trying many remedies, with removing his arm and shoulder pain. Local druggists Geo F Parsons & Co. sell the balm at Woodward's Drug Store.
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Chamberlain
D. N. Sinks
Troy
Ohio
Messrs. Geo. F. Parsons & Co
Woodward’s
Horses Sold to Stryker Firm From Chicago Shipment
King and Ramus sold horses shipped from Chicago to the notable Stryker Mig nery and Barker firm in Stryker. The horses were sent there today. Judge W H Hubbard sat in common pleas Friday but did not rule on the Streisling case due to the defendant's absence. Central Fire department elected Louis Spring as chief and Sheriff John McCarty as assistant chief with Peter I Seibel secretary and John C Diehl treasurer. A fire near Snyder Bros tile mills in Adams township destroyed the mill with no insurance. the house and barn were saved. Snyder Bros suffer about 1500 dollars in losses.
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King and Ramus
Chicago
Stryker, Mignery and Barker
Stryker
W. H. Hubbard
Common Pleas
Central Fire Department
Louis Spring
John McCarty
Peter I. Seibel
Treasury
John C. Diehl
Defiance
Snyder Bros. Tile Mills
Adams Township
Snyder Bros
Wages of Sin Follows Tragic Death in Highland Township
Highland township reels after Mrs. John George Wagner died Wednesday following a self administered drug overdose. Mrs Wagner, about 35 to 40, married to Mr Wagner, left six children after troubled marriage and alleged infidelity. Funeral held Thursday at 2 pm with township trustees paying burial expenses.
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Herbert Painter
Highland Township
Painter
Daughters of Veterans
Bellefontaine
Ola Gorman
Mae Osborn
Peter F. Seible
Dora March
Rose Miller
John George Wagner
Blue
Ayersville
Wagners
Pension Examiners change by resignation and appointment
Dr. L G Thacker resigns from the board of pension examiners due to ill health. Dr. J J Reynolds is recommended to fill the vacancy and is described as a successful physician and a strong candidate. Thacker served many years and was noted as careful and conscientious. The note also mentions a probate appeal, local marriages, and various community updates.
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L. G. Thacker
Board of
Pension Examiners
J. J. Reynolds
Thacker
Reynolds
Sunday School Convention and News from Defiance
North Richland and Adams township association plan a May 11 convention at Jewell United Brethren Church with three sessions. The Defiance county Sunday school notes urge reports to county secretary E D Goller and share letters from local schools about Decision Day outcomes and class progress.
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North Richland and Adams Township
Jewell United Brethren Church
Defiance County
Dry Creek
United Brethren’ Durch
A. Farlow
Hicksville
United Brethren Sunday School
Goller
Jesus
Miss Kehnast
E. D. Goller
Advertised Letters at Defiance Post Office
Uncalled letters for week ending April 2 1901 at Defiance Ohio include Miss Jennie Messmore Wm Hendrix Mrs Mary Snyder Adam John Miss Lizzie Williams Jos Whistlen. If not claimed within 14 days they will go to the dead letter office. Please say Advertised and give list date when calling. Postmaster C J Thompson.
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Defiance
Ohio
Jennie Messmore
Wm Hendrix
Mary Snyder
Adam John
Lizzie Williams
Jos Whistlen
Local Births and Land Appraisal News
Born Wednesday April 3 1901 to Mrs J W Smith in Sandusky with ties to Defiance. J A Newell of Lima visits Defiance on business trips dating back over 50 years. Sheriff John McCarty visits Washington township to appraise the Lines farm 114 acres valued at 4265 by Johnson McCord Sol Bergman and John Strasser.
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J. W. Smith
Rowland
J. A. Newell
Lima
Defiance
John McCarty
Washington Township
Lines
Johnson McCord
Sol Bergman
John Strasser
Frank Miller Loyal Republican After False Report
The account defends Frank Miller of Continental, stating he remained a Republican despite a Democratic paper’s claim he was defeated for marshal. It notes his birth and allegiance to a heroic Republican family in northwestern Ohio, and that he did not seek or accept the office. He is described as doing well in Continental and insisting he stays true to the party.
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the Express
Frank Miller
Continental
Marshal
Continenal
Frank
Ohio
Miller
Frankie
Malinda Snyder
Court of Common Pleas
Defiance County
Andrew R. Wyatt
Louella Wyatt
Snyder
Hicksville Township
Lida M. Snyder
Sarah Stevick
Louelle Wyatt
Frank Dalrymple
Harris
Ameron
Hay W
Cameron Shaw
James EK
Coulier
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
The lungs liver and kidneys purify blood, but Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tabs keep these organs healthy and the bowels regular. One dose will do more good than a dollar bottle of blood purifier. Price 25 cents. Samples free at Woodward's Drug Store. Apr.
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Chamberlain
Woodward’s Drug Store
Fifth district Democrats in Columbus visit described
The Ohio State Journal reports Congressman John B. Snook and "Rabbitfoot" Bill Decker in the city. Decker seeks a senatorial nomination this summer, after a past skirmish over garden walls with Senator W. G. Brorein during a two to one senator election. Decker vows not to be crowded this campaign.
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Ohio State Journal
John 8. Snook
Rabbitfoot
Bill Decker
Decker
W. G. Brorein
West Point Cadet Appointment For Chauncy Webster
Congressman elect J. H. Snook recommends Chauncy R Webster son of N R Webster Crescent News for a West Point cadet appointment to be announced soon He is a senior at Defiance High School and expected to pass the physical and exams Also notes disputes over electric railway franchise funds and Ringling Bros show grounds near East Defiance
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J. 8. Snook
Chauncy R. Son
N. R. Webster
The
Crescent News
West Point
Chauncey
Chase Grosvenor
Mr. Webster
Ringling Bros
Bride Place
Judge F. L. Hay
East Defiance
Grain-O customers praise Haree ph and family note
A fragmented letter from Buchsepan Michigan discusses Haree ph and a note about children drinking Grain-O. The message mentions Genesee Purefood Co Le Roy New York and a mother figure praising a product, with references to May and a household routine.
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Buchsepan
Mich
Genesee Purefood Co
le Roy, N, Y
Fannie Williams
Public Auction Sale Ordered by Defiance County Court
In pursuance of an order of the private court of Defiance County Ohio I will offer for sale at public auction on Saturday the 20th day of April AD 1901
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Samuel H. Cooper
Samuel Maxwell
Seth Maxwell
Janis Maxwell
Fayette County
Ohio
Joseph Cooper
Union County
Matilda Tyre
Margaret Smith
Mary Kgoo
Polly Cooper
Hiting
Madison County
Carter Maxwell
Joseph Maxwell
van Wert County
Harry Lockado
Franklin County
Matthew J.lockado
W. E. Cooper
Defiance County
Charles Mumford
Probate Court
A. D
Levi Dysinger
Wm. W. Onstott
A. J. Onstott
Defiance
Oho
John W Slough
Court House
City of Peau
Oress
City of
County of
State of
W. Richardson
Mary McKelleps
H. Hardy
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
If troubled by a weak digestion loss of appetite or constipation try a few doses of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Every box warranted For sale by Woodward's Drug Store.
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Woodward's Drug Store
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Peo Gas
Elec Co
Chas Dupont
EN Lewis
Minsel Ee Weisenburger & Emery
G Woodward
JM Yarnell
State Co
Mitchel
Chicago Library Supply Co. Sunds Ee
John Ury
John Davis
D. C. Lord
Farmer
Chas. W. Noffsinger
Lula B. Partee
Guy Tippin
South
Mrs
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Eaton, Ind
Mr. Riley
Jackson Street
Vernon E. Cunningham
Madge B. Yeagley
Haller
Brunersburg
Lillian Dilse
Country
Geo. Capper
Anna Biker
J.J. Miller
Dr. Ash
Goshen
Ind
J.S. Ash
Jefferson Street
Bertha Dicus
Toledo
Perry Street
Defiance Commandery
K. T
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W. F. Scultz
Wauseon
A. R. Hill
Mr. Hill
Evansport
W. D. Sherwood
That Place
Squire A. G. Figley
Chas. F. Goller
C. Wally Noffsinger
Henry Wilson
Lulu Partee
P. O. Rhodes
U. B. Church
J. H. Hockman
J. D. Westrick
Indiana
Mscormick
Peter Schlosser
Woman
Wagner
K. V. Haymaker
Common Pleas Court
Henry Klein
Gambier
KE. P. Karst
Mother
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J.P. Kiser
Wayne Street
Joseph P. Rowan
Jennie May Lilly
Henry Zachrich
Lida Morris
W. W. Heater
8. I. Gruner
Sherwood
N. E. Matthews
W. M. Breese
Ottawa
City
Express
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Putnam County Republican
Tomlinson
Williams Center
William Tomlinson
Bryan Democrat
W.S. Tomlison
Elmer Blair
Gid Blanchard
Pascora
Blair
Haley
Tiffin
M. P. Kinkead
Youngstown
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
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Mart
Will Snyder
Adolph Goldnetz
Elmer
San Francisco
Cal
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David
Evangelical Sunday School
William Mhelmick
Diehl
BuLan Dickman
Jan
Walter Battershall
Papa
Lost Creek Presbyterian
Raymond Marca
St John’s Reformed S. S
James Mumford
C. J. Thompson
CAS Beara
Troria
Wetmore
M.C. Wetmore Tobacco CO
ST. Louis
America
Ella Bartlett
Allen
B. B. Woodcox
Clinton
Third Street
Tiffin River
Noble Township
W. A. Snider
Ted
Ment
John Garver
Elizabeth A. Garver
Boyd
Boyd Ointment Co
Kittanning
Infans
New York
la Grange
la Grange County
Cedarville
Alien County
E. Snyder
Ft. Wayne
Losco CO
Michigan
Hale Lake
Detroit & Mackinaw KR. R
Isaac Berringer
Saginaw
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