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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1900
Page
5
Classified notice indicates Warrice Latty B L G at Court Street near Court House in Defiance Ohio. Post office tail matter second class daily edition delivered to city subscribers for 10 cents weekly by mail same rate. Mentions long distance telephone numbers 14 and 54.
Thursday August 23 1900 at 11130 a m the republican caucus will nominate candidates for Sheriff Commissioner Infirmary Director Coroner basis of representation one delegate per ten votes and one for each fraction over ten votes of George K Nash Governor Nov 7 1899 wards receive delegates meeting at 7 30 p m to select delegates and alternates to the county convention
To select delegates and alternates to the county convention at Sherwood Ohio on Thursday August 23 1900 and to consider other business that may properly come before the meeting. GEO ELLIOTT Committeeman
The Republicans of Tiffin township will convene at the town house at 7:30 p m on Friday August 17 1900 to consider other business before the meeting J J CRAINE is noted as organizer or signer.
Highland Township Republicans will caucus at the town house at 7 p m to select 16 delegates and 16 alternates for the county Republican convention at Sherwood on August 13 1900. U S Blue committeeman.
The Republicans of Defiance township will meet at the town houses on Saturday August 18 1900 at 1 30 p m sun time for the purpose of selecting 7 delegates and alternates to attend the county Republican convention of Sherwood to be held August 23 1900.
The Republicans of Noble township will meet in caucus at the town house in Braversburg to discuss local party matters and select delegates. Expect discussion on candidate support and upcoming elections within the jurisdiction.
An opinion argues that W. J. Bryan clings to 16 to 1 free silver as his defining issue and accuses him of abandoning anti imperialism. The piece claims Bryan will betray democracy and that North Carolina’s election reveals a shift undermining negro suffrage and upholding lynch law.
The piece accuses Democratic victory in North Carolina of fraud and intimidation against Black citizens to pass a disfranchisement amendment. It claims Black voters were warned by Red Shirt ruffians to stay home, enabling Democrats to win by a large, unspecified margin and criticizes William Jennings Bryan for opposing governance of Philippines without the governor.
The harsh anti imperialist cry is weak and ineffective, already exhausting oxygen with little impact in American political discourse. It is described as a demagogic but feeble chant, lacking vigor or traction in public debate.
The passage states that no recognized nation challenges U S sovereignty over the Philippines while Aguinaldo Bryan and Altgeld argue the United States has no title to the territory. It frames a debate on legitimacy of ownership and recognition among prominent figures.
A partisan remark claims Democrats exploit public fear to push agendas, likening it to fiat money devaluing silver and gold. The quote frames the issue as a manipulation tactic to render concerns paramount.
In a satirical Saturday column the Delphos Courant editor defends free silver yet praises the old film era and comments on North Carolina Democrats disfranchising Black voters. He urges reducing the state's congressional and electoral votes and hints at supporting McKinley.
A group of about 30 youths surprised Rollie Philips of Ayersville on his 13th birthday at his home on Monday July 30. After a brief forenoon outing he was summoned home at 2 pm told to pull weeds then surprised in the dining room with cheers. The afternoon featured games and refreshments with cat flower decorations and many useful presents.
Sevilla A Hendricks eight months old child of Mr and Mrs Peter Hendricks died Monday at 5 30 p m at the parental home on Jackson street Funeral services set for Wednesday at a m at St John Catholic church Rev Gloden to officiate Interment at Riverside cemetery
Isaac Lelonde of East Defiance faced Mayor J A Evans and paid 25 dollars plus costs for keeping his saloon open on Sunday. George Sly also paid 10 dollars plus costs for ignoring the 11 o clock closing ordinance.
The 68th Regiment O V V I holds its annual reunion at Oakwood on Thursday August 16 1900 with ex soldiers families and friends invited. A campfire is planned for Wednesday evening August 15 1900. Committee members urge attendance.
City council hears mayor’s message detailing water company troubles, high rates, and service issues. A committee including Geo. T Farrell and Harris & Cameron to craft settlement proposals. several street and sidewalk projects debated. budgeted claims approved. council adjourns to Aug 14.
A deaf woman cured by Dr Nicholson's artificial ear drums donated 10000 dollars to his institute to provide free ear drums for deaf people unable to pay. The institute is located at 8102 The Nicholson Institute, 780 Elgh Avenue, New York.
Executive committee of the senate National Union declares all Anthony Wayne council No. 88 members become deputies. Each applicant earns the seeker $3.00. Initiation fee of $2.00 is refunded. Contact Louis E. Daoust secretary at Produce Exchange bank or Mayor J. A. Evans president at Gents' Clothing store for blank forms and information.
O C Bell of 706 Summit street credits Doan's Kidney Pills with back pain relief and renewed energy after use. He reports the medication stopped the back aches and fatigue, claiming a permanent improvement. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Sarah Stock was born November 27, 1877 in Defiance County and died July 27, 1900 at her parents home in Tiffin Township at age 22. She joined the Methodist Episcopal Church at sixteen and remained a devoted member until death after a long illness. The funeral was Sunday morning with Rev. Lentz delivering a sermon from Proverbs 14:82 and Rev. Schnoover offering remarks. The service included spiritual verses about heaven and a peaceful farewell.
The League records mourn the loss of charter member Sarah Stock and extend deepest sympathy to her family. The resolutions note the faith, comfort in God, and request a copy of the resolutions be given to the family and entered in the League journal. Committee members Bertha Stever Grace Rethmel Mary Gares.
Among those present at the Sun day school picnic held at the park Tuesday were Mr and Mrs S H Ripley and children, Mrs Cassie Young and son George, Mrs Henry of Napoleon, Mr and Mrs Samuel Spade and daughter of Putnam county. They were guests of Mr and Mrs N C Rose and Mrs E S Mason of Auglaize street. All report a good time.
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