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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1905
Page
5
An evening edition note records a defiant express mail matter of second class served through Defiance post office in Jeru. The item indicates airmail and local delivery context from the defiant era.
The report lists Northwestern Telephone No. 14 and Distance Telephone No. 84 as contact references within the telecommunication notes.
A Warren county circuit court ruling in Lebanon holds that Ohio law forbids cities from contracting expenditures not yet in the treasury, threatening Carnegie library gifts. The decision could allow Carnegie to demand return of funds if the Supreme Court affirms, affecting all libraries he funded in Ohio.
Republicans of Defiance county will meet in Hicksville on Saturday September 16 1905 to nominate candidates for one representative one probate judge one auditor one recorder one prosecuting attorney one treasurer one clerk of courts one county commissioner and one infirmary director. Representation fixed at one delegate and one alternate per tech votes for Theodore Roosevelt and one delegate and one alternate for every fraction of five. Caucuses to select delegates and central committeemen set for Saturday September 9 1905 at 7 30 pm at usual voting places. country districts may vary hour and date.
A Muscatine Iowa writer recalls entering a printing office thirty years ago to learn the art and notes the vast changes since. He cites the shift from metal type to modern press and the dramatic improvements in news gathering through telephone and cable, predicting future papers read by light after tea without traditional type.
Henry Fleming aged 27 was killed on Monday when he sat on the T and OC track at Ken ton, failing to notice the oncoming train. The incident occurred as Fleming sat in a stupor on the tracks.
Mrs Mary Dodge editor of St Nicholas magazine and author of children stories died Monday at her summer cottage in Tannersville New York.
Réy Knabenshue of Toledo ascends in air ship No 2 in Central Park New York on Sunday covering two miles out and back against a six mile wind showing a successful flight in challenging conditions.
A strong earthquake, the most severe in 20 years, was felt across western Missouri, western Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee Monday night, shaking buildings and prompting reports from residents.
Joan A Speyer a retired gro cer committed death by own action Monday at his home in Toledo Ohio.
Governor Herrick issues four Labor Day proclamations naming Monday September 4 as the holiday. Local officials mark the observance with ceremonies and community events across the state.
Toledo prominent attorney and businessman E W Tomerron died on Tuesday at age 56. He was a leading figure in local affairs and held notable positions in legal and business circles.
A Tuesday storm caused damage across Wood and Sandusky counties with multiple houses struck by lightning in Bowling Green and Fremont.
Grant Gillette of Fostoria and partners acquire the Los Murtos mine in Mexico. The mine has produced six million dollars in the past five years, signaling a profitable acquisition for the buyers.
An oil tank owned by National Refining Co in Findlay was struck by lightning Tuesday afternoon. The resulting fire destroyed 1000 barrels of fine lubricating oil.
Harry Yeamans aged 22 a lineman for the Citizens Telephone Co was electrocuted while working at the top of a telephone pole with electric light wires attached at Delaware Tuesday.
A Lake Shore freight was wrecked Monday in Toledo with the engine and four cars derailed. Engineer Weiden and Fireman Pletcher of Elkhart Indiana were fatally scalded in the crash.
John Flahiff, an old soldier and former marshal of Fostoria, died Sunday from injuries after a fall weeks earlier. He fell from a stool, breaking three ribs and sustaining additional injuries that led to his death.
Citizens of Fostoria raised 1500 dollars in two days by subscription. The National Carbon Company has agreed to erect a finishing plant employing a large number of men with an estimated yearly payment of 100000 dollars.
CuarRLes W Kelly, claiming Toledo as home, sought money in Ohio towns including Lima through the Fraternal Order of Eagles under false pretenses. He was captured in Cleveland and taken to Lima for trial.
Mrs. Fred Demland, a longtime pioneer of Henry county, died suddenly at her Holgate home Monday at age 72. She leaves a husband older than herself, three sons and three daughters. One daughter, Mrs. Jaqua, resides in Toledo, two sons live in Findlay, and the others stay nearby.
Martin and Henry Diller aged 2 years 11 months were burned to death and Mrs. Henry Diller sustained serious burns while attempting to rescue them after a gasoline stove exploded as a house caught fire in Toledo on Monday. The Democrats of St. Marys have nominated a ticket for local offices including Mayor N T Noble and council officials.
Voters shift in favor of Governor Herrick noting his backing of local option through the Brannock law. Legal drafts were refined with his influence, and the measure has stood four square with courts upholding it. The law works well and earns praise as a model for other states. Democratic managers consider campaign plan changes as support grows county by county.
Mrs Tillie Mavis and children of Hicksville visit her parents and relatives. I N Spencer and family join excursion to Marion Indiana. Rev El 5S Weaver of Continental marries Mrs Della Ablefeld of Toledo. Rev T H Mansfield and family visit Fremont Knolls. Wm Friend and wife visit New Bavaria. Mrs M Grenemyer of Mt Calm county visits her parents. Mrs SR Parrett and Mrs C H Donaldson return from Indiana visit with Mrs Jennie Stemm. Misses Caroline and Lora Friend visit Mrs Anna Hallgewoks. E Berryhill and family drive to Defiance. Asa Donaldson plans move to Continental. School board meets Aug 26 to hire teachers. Arthur Richardson recovering from lockjaw and can eat at table.
Mra W E Richards returned home from Hope hospital Fort Wayne after an operation weeks ago. Ray Davis returned Friday from a western trip. Geo Watkins of David Shelton South Bend spent Saturday and Sunday here among relatives. E Gingery, at Union City as W U Tel Co operator, has been here several days. A greyhounds game at our fair grounds ended Payne 3 to 2. Dillworth's racket store moves into Coburn’s former business room. Boon Bevington Co remodels front. Geof Simmons and Warren Cole visit. Mrs Sarah Stevick and Luella Mayatt here. Jacob Walters turned his barn. F E Townsend of Toledo spent vacation with parents. Daub displays Kotton Kandy machine at the fair. Chas Morse of Batavia and relatives here for a week. B F Casebeer engaged Monday. L E Griffin Cole Frank Dalrymple and John W Snyder visit Defiance Monday. Henry Bricker and wife at Defiance Monday. Fair directors plan removal of cancer display. Lagrange and Denn residents visit. Chas months spending week between Payne and Creek. Simmons visited our city ready for display next week.
The Hicksville fair runs August 29 to September 1 with the 29th annual event promising attractions surpassing prior years. The program opens Wednesday with driving horses 2:25 pace and a half mile dash among early events.
Fire at Ney around 2 this morning destroyed the Ed Kibble saloon building and Mrs. Hartshorn millinery shop. Both frame structures owned by Dr. Hartshorn and PMCrago. Firemen contained the blaze. Hartshorn loss insured. Origin under investigation with some calling incendiary work.
First National Bank of the city sent 51.10 in cash to the Sink ing Fund Trustees as voluntary interest on daily balances from March 1 to Sept. 1, 1905. F L Hay, president, forwarded the funds to the secretary and a special meeting will be called to decide on appropriate action.
Mrs. C H Newton spots smoke from the office of the large L shaped barn on the Newton dairy farm six miles south of town. Two barns burn completely with 30 to 35 tons of hay 1000 bushels of oats and harness lost. Five stallions rescued by Mrs Newton her son and two farm workers. Loss estimated 1000 to 1200 dollars partly insured.
On Sunday August 27 the B and O schedules a round trip to Cedar Point Sandusky with a $1.25 fare. The train departs Defiance at 5 35 am and returns from Sandusky at 5 00 pm as the season’s final low rate excursion.
B and O Railroad offers an excursion from all points in Ohio to Findlay on August 27 and 28. One round trip fare applies, valid for return until August 30. Department of Ohio US War Veterans sponsors the special.
The harvest in the west is the biggest ever known and farmers, mechanics, and merchants are prosperous. A fruitful chance to begin new homes exists under favorable conditions with Homeseekers tickets sold on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays monthly. Write W B Kniskern for free booklets maps and information.
Mrs Jacob, born in Belgium April 5, 1840, died in her sleep after heart trouble and neuralgia. She leaves ten children including Mrs Fred Trentmar of Cameron Montana and Mrs Sylvester Jacob of Fostoria. funeral expected from 822 Perry Street to St Johns Church with services at 9 AM Saturday.
Paul Richardson is recovering slowly after several days of illness. Mrs James Weldon of Coldwater visited relatives here last week. The Farmer band boys attended the Miller's Grove picnic in Sherwood Thursday. Co. F 111th O VI held their annual reunion Saturday in Yeagley's hall due to rain. Mr. Lilly of Columbus Grove gave a lecture Sunday night. Flora Norway and her three children went to Cleveland Sunday. Frank Stone and wife of Hicksville visited friends in Farmer Sunday. Jeremiah Lord bought a cow from John Walker Monday. A Sunday school picnic in Rice's woods is planned for next Saturday.
The article extols how advances in telegraph and cable networks have made global news instantly accessible. It highlights Chicago Record-Herald foreign correspondents, ties to New York Herald and World, and the Associated Press as premier sources for speedy, reliable international coverage.
Defiance County sparks a national Sunday school drive through the county press. Edward D Goller publishes a booklet on The Press Department of the County Sunday School Association and urges local writers to contribute weekly notices.
Reverend S L Roberts is scheduled to preach at Rural Chapel in Tiffin township this Sunday at 10 30 am. The service invites local residents to attend.
Mrs Frances Chermain longtime Toledo public library librarian for 24 years died Monday at age 76.
Rev J W Hatfield has resigned as pastor of the Paulding Presbyterian Church to go to Dayton. Rev J S Gabriel of Greenville has been chosen as pastor and will assume charge on September 1.
Grain quotes show wheat at 83.44 cash and 83.42 Sept with oats 27.14 cash and 27.4 Sept, clover seed 6.80 cash, hogs at 6.40 to 6.50 for heavies and cattle mostly steady with various value ranges. East Buffalo reports mixed cattle and veals prices with receipts around 150 to 325 for different classes and hogs around 6.40 to 6.50 for top grades.
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