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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1900
Page
2
Téwue will not withdraw from the Populist ticket despite efforts to remove him. The Bryan ration al committee’s Chairman Jones says victory appears likely, while Brother Jones reportedly eyes a balloon trip as part of campaign chatter.
Avail events claim the Hon Addie Stevens on the Democratic national ticket stands out as the sole Democrat among the nominees.
A Kansas county reports zero physicians, highlighting a health care gap that undermines local prosperity and access to medical services in the region. The deficit suggests broader public health challenges for residents seeking care.
Secretary John A Malloy opened the Republican headquarters in Columbus on Tuesday and pledged it will stay open until William McKinley is elected. The move signals renewed party organizing ahead of the campaign.
California exports to the Philippines total two million dollars each month, while the big issue of imperialism remains negligible in prominence.
The piece argues that some Democrats once backing sound money in 1896 now push free silver, claiming the gold standard is secure. It cites Senate votes, retiring members, and potential shifts that could alter the balance, warning against political expediency and highlighting Bryan's evolving stance on imperialism and treaty ratification.
Mrs. Lease claims the Populist party may become a mere parasite on Democratic progress amid the party’s already thin prospects. The remark signals concern over Populist influence as elections approach.
Senator Hoar compared Bryan's stance on the Paris treaty to driving a dry plug into Populist ranks. The metaphor suggests the issue swells and causes increasing discomfort as it grows.
The Paulding Democrat labels E L Godkin formerly of the New York Post a Republican, claiming he is in fact no Republican and is an Englishman hostile to all American institutions. It asserts his actions align with the day’s supposed Democracy in treacherous utterances.
The Toledo Bee endorses Mayor Jones of Toledo on an independent ticket. The ninth district faces a hard line choice to support a Republican for congress on an independent ticket, signaling broader Democratic strain nationwide.
The treasurer of Defiance county sues three national banks to recover 9000 in personal taxes. Banks contest tax valuation, preferring 60 percent assessment while others pay 40 percent. Local officers report ongoing disputes with tax advocates over the honest dollar.
A concise line notes that even with U S mediation, the first step might be urging China to plead guilty, implying a stern stance on conflict resolution. The remark frames mediation as a potential gateway to a clarified legal stance and settlement outcome.
The editorial argues that while China may push for mediation, it requires a stronger, more lasting approach to diplomacy. It emphasizes persistent pressure and sustained efforts rather than loud, immediate appeals.
The remark questions Bryan's understanding of the Chinese situation and argues that if he knows more than most, his name would not be Bryan. The statement foregrounds that Bryan’s grasp is improbable and uses a naming switch to imply doubt.
A recurring figure in political discourse alternates between endorsing action to seek the man and publicly displaying his name in large red letters on his gate, illustrating a tension between rhetoric and branding.
Peter F Seible, chairman of the county Democratic committee, is elected a member of the Democratic state executive committee. Republicans note his hard fighting record and enduring work. The piece offers congratulations on his statewide recognition and downplays the body’s impact in Ohio this year.
Gen F L Latrobe former Baltimore mayor and Maryland Democrat says he did not vote for Bryan or McKinley and declines to state his 1900 nominations stance. He predicts Maryland Republicans will win by about 40,000 and notes efforts to learn if Mr Gorman will persist in being out of politics.
The Treaty of Paris requires the U S to pay Spain 20 million dollars within three months of ratification. Williams Jennings Bryan supported the treaty and led Democratic senators to vote for it. Now Bryan calls for handing the Philippines to Aguinaldo and critics ask why the payment was favored.
A vintage advert promotes Cascarets candy cathartic as a cure for constipation with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. The copy asserts lasting relief and appeals to readers seeking a remedy.
Board members Davis Gorman Gleason Rath Saas Ort attend in the central school office. Bills allowed include Mollencup repair, Lind purchases, and several labor payments. Treasurer reports 1645.42 in treasury. Fourth ward doors need painting. bid issues and coal bids opened and referred to committee for report next Monday. Supt Mitchell to buy music books and prepare for teachers’ institute. Philip and Fisher geometry approved over Milneys. Meeting adjourns.
The Defiance city council, after a July 28 meeting, directed Northwestern Telephone Co to remove poles and refuse ground level guy wires. The street committee urged a citywide review of all pole guying methods and safer, more aesthetic solutions.
A man named Coon asked Joe Free corn, a junk dealer, for a dollar to buy tin foil at groceries. Joe offered only 50 cents. Coon then went to the B and O, Freecorn followed but got neither tin foil nor cash. He considered arrest but let him go. Coon formerly worked for Freecorn. Joseph has the experience and the other man is believed to have had a heavy beer blowout.
The Band of Hope Society met with Mrs. W H Hutchinson on Friday evening for a pleasant session. The topic was The Paris Exposition and proved interesting. Clarence Wagner gave a fine recitation. A debate on the usefulness of girls and boys featured Grover Aldrich defending the girls and Clarence Wagner the boys. Miss Maggie Cameron presided at the organ. The next meeting will be at Mrs. John Hamilton on Seneca street.
State Railroad Commissioner Kayler reported in Columbu e on Thursday a three year tally ending July 1 1900 showing gains in railroad employment 143 899 wages 77459685 tonnage 263002412 gross earnings 238838656 net earnings 106990072 and dividends 25722279. The data illustrate the broad expansion of the rail system during McKinley’s presidency.
The Maccabee lodge picnic at Florida drew about four hundred attendees from Defiance, Napoleon Bryan, Holgate and De fiance. Florida beat Defiance 17 to 8 in a daytime baseball clash as Hon F L Hay spoke, Bessie Betts recited, and a basket lunch followed. A long list of attendees from Defiance visited Island Park after a successful outing with notable remarks by Mrs Lock and Judge Hay.
County auditors report Ohio steam railroad track totals of 13 188 miles with valuation of 108 225 417 dollars. Chas Fisher of Hicksville died in Coldwater Michigan after a bicycle fall. The 100th Regiment reunion will be at Bryan on Tuesday August 7 with a parade after dinner. Recorder Maxwell transcribes indexes assisted by Carrie Kiser and Carl Elliott with a new book typewriter.
The Christian Summer Assembly meets at the college on Monday evening July 30 with a program including song led by Rev. G W Foltz, welcome by Dr. John R Latchaw, a response by Rev. O W Powers, and an opening sermon by Rev. J F Burnett.
Ed Schultz installs a force pump at the courthouse. Capt Alman and Col Bachtel arrive with the state boat to service canal locks. The Defiance Machine Works overhauls the bucket factory engine owned by the First National Bank.
A reader describes trying Grain-O as a beverage and notes it as a coffee substitute. The letter mentions grain-based ingredients and suggests trying a package from the grocer. The piece emphasizes Grain-O as an option for adults and children.
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