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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1899
Page
2
A fragment notes an unusual game described as cre et in a calf pasture, indicating informal play and rustic setting. No clear participants or place are named, but the scene suggests a spontaneous rural pastime rooted in local culture.
Henry county Republicans announce a county convention set for August 31. The meeting aims to organize local campaigning and nominate county leaders for upcoming elections. Members urged to attend at designated party headquarters within the county.
The Madison party fielded a single candidate, John F Jocke, a Republican, for the upcoming legislative race. Local voters will decide in the next election.
The Toledonce remains vocal, pressing Kilbourne’s bid for governor despite stiff opposition. Supporters highlight experience and policy plans while critics question feasibility and consistency. The campaign faces regional scrutiny as primary season approaches.
A sharp political note urges the Republican party to select capable men for the land appraisers office, stressing the position is important and that the party should choose its best candidates.
Local note reports shoppers choosing Jewell over Defiance for a small price edge on butter and eggs despite fears around Wabash railroad crossings, suggesting price competition influences where residents shop.
A call to improve grade crossing protections follows every injury or fatality, arguing officials must give proper attention to make crossings safe. The statement emphasizes ongoing safety failures and the need for stronger safeguards and enforcement.
People in Defiance township haul their turkeys through this city to Evans Port to fetch the highest price for their products with no safety fears at B and O grade crossings.
The camel back in North Defiance will be painted red reflecting a bold color choice. Third ward residents and land farmers express approval and readiness to enjoy the updated landmark.
The sheriff arranges for his office to be whitewashed in the courthouse while the commissioners clothing the building refrain from brightening his space. The sheriff, described as poor yet merry, will settle for a plain whitewashed office rather than a brighter treatment.
Squire Figley of Washington township hauls his products to Defiance and notes the camel pack in place and grade crossings unseen. Washington township folks trading in Bryan face two or three grade crossings, showing fearless diligence in travel.
William Henderson, aged 94, died in Middleboro Kentucky. He remained near his birthplace his entire life, never rode a train, and for forty years drank half a gallon of whisky daily. From youth he drank, chewed and smoked, and lived within eighteen miles of his longtime home. He was born in the house where he died.
Sterling H P Cluicago or Ly provides a clue in a garbled note about possible arrangements. The fragment mentions brothers and a meeting or club with unclear context and several misspelled names.
The EXPRES laments city leaders bowing to Wabash railway and merchants while grade crossings are blocked. It argues high camelback bridges hurt farmers and trade, urging safe crossings to restore regional commerce and property values. The piece blames select officials, pledging continued advocacy in Defiance.
The Paulding Democrat reports a local clash with the bridge combine as C H Allen of the Deposit bank undercuts bids by over 1200 dollars to win a contract once held by the favored Cham pion Co. of Kenton and Brackett Bridge Co. Influence by Mills and county officials is noted while Defiance county faces similar pressures. Obituaries note Jacob Beck and a newborn infant death in New Bavaria with church funerals planned.
Wn Nell reports the loss of a valuable horse found dead in its stall with unknown cause. Mrs David Moekler and children Roy Milton and Floyd of Sherwood plan to visit their father in Archibald. Prof McElroy called on friends, Mrs David Miller had a thumb amputated, Mrs Wm Helmick of North Defiance visited her mother in Noble. Salem church members cleaned the church. quarterly meeting next Sunday. Rev Oakes of Indy to officiate. Rural Chapel's new tower will be finished by Fred Stock who does the work.
A number head to Clear Lake Indiana for a weekly outing. Local families report visits to the Children's Home, mild diphtheria in LC Coles's family, and scarlet fever recovery in Chas Wolford's son. Aunt Ret Barney to live with her son Wesley. An ice cream festival is planned in Cicero on Saturday. Hub Hilbert sings to a newborn. WC Hughes and wife visited E H Otis. CC Bassett spent time in Indiana. Relatives of R L Taylor mourn his death Saturday. Mrs Elena Hulbert and Mary Johnson travel to Hopkins Michigan for a funeral. Jessie Cleveland held a birthday party Saturday.
Snippets report convalescence and illnesses among residents including rnard Sproull Naveau and Mrs. Gruner. Visits by Robbins Stevens and Toledo relatives. Contemplating a 40 acre land tract with Geo Williamson. Highland Chapel services alternate each lath. Various residents on the pike for business and family reunions. A theft caution mentions stolen potatoes and boot marks as clues.
An old advertisement touts a “wonder-worker” product named No-To, claiming it ends tobacco use by curing cravings. It promises life and vigor and offers a free booklet and sample by mailing to the Rling Remedy Co. in Chicago or New York.
1A Fridley offers property for sale at his Evansport residence on Thursday September 12 1899 at 10 oclock a m. Items include a brood mare colt coming 2 years spring colt milch cow two spring calves chickens timothy and clover hay corn oats wheat in bin buggies harness rake plow log chain and more. Auctioneer Geo C Henry.
M B Gorman reports a letter from Wm Monroe of Rae and Monroe Chicago stating their firm has reviewed the municipal lighting plant estimates and found costs within a few percent of figures given. They note plants built by them vary no more than 5 percent from estimates and expect lower costs in early operation. They request details of Mr Coous's criticisms.
Notable local items include Miss Sarah Stock returning from Toledo after eighteen months away, J H Beiderwell visiting from Antwerp, and farm activity with Fred Gierthreshed oats for George Schilling and Partee and Rittenhouse threshing for Dan Kellermeier. The Sunday school workers announce an annual picnic on September 2 at Gare's grove with eager anticipation.
A housewife endorses Grain-O as a healthful coffee substitute made from pure grain. She notes initial taste hesitation but after a week prefers Grain-O, claiming it nourishes the system and is suitable for children. Available at grocers for 15 or 25 cents with preparation directions.
A lesson on aiding those unable to attend Sunday school urges action. It lists steps from assigning an earnest visitor to arranging weekly study and reporting. Notices include contact points Dr JC M Floyd and Orto E D Goller and a field day August 26 1899 at Rice's Grove near Farmer. Washington township association holds a Prairie Creek Bechurch convention August 20.
An old promotional notice touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful swollen feet and bunions, promising quick relief from smarting and sweating. It claims shoes feel easier, offers mail order for 25 cents, and a free trial.
At Monclova on Tuesday the Hundredth regiment elected officers for the coming year. A R Hill of Wauseon was named President, Wm Stough of Bryan first vice president, George W Vrooman of Toledo second vice president, A W King of Defiance Treasurer, H R Charles of Perrysburg Secretary, John W Myers of Ayersville Assistant Secretary, and I Nealb of Fostoria Chaplain. The next reunion is set for August 6, 1900 in Bryan.
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