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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1900
Page
14
In Hicksville a pattern of saloon influence grows as Democrats face the future with John M Ainsworth seeking reelection. A rumor links court house fencing plans to political Majorities while local races highlight Yeagley and Lantz in Washington township. Chase Krotz reveals a bear trap mishap guiding Sommers.
The notice states the ExPRESS will cost $1 a year if prepaid and $1.50 if paid later, with the price applied consistently. A commentary compares the Cincinnati Enquirer’s view of Democratic virtue to Republican conduct and notes Indianapolis anti-imperialist sentiment as a marginal factor in the broader political scene.
A dozen Italian detectives are en route to the country to shadow anarchists, a move likely to trigger vigorous protests from Altgeld and Lentz.
At a flagpole raising of the German American Democratic Club in Cleveland the other night the gathering apparently forgot to call for hauling down the Stars and Stripes in the island territories where they fly as symbols of justice and good government.
The item notes Ohio XX wool in New York markets: 17 cents per pound under free trade at Bryan's first nomination and 284 cents per pound under protection at his second nomination. It asks if any Ohio wool grower favors returning to free wool under Bryan who claimed in Congress to support free wool under all circumstances.
The management of the People's Gas and Electric Co states the arc circuit nearly finished and they will remove wires from trees in North and East Defiance. The existing plant has improved greatly with new machinery and street lights. A contract for a new gas plant is approved and work is expected to start in September without disturbing paved streets.
Uncalled letters listed for the Defiance Ohio office include Miss Kila Booth Joseph Clark May Macy George David Loops Mrs Mattie Geyer Tish Miss May Junes EW Jeffers two Mary Keiser Harry Malagi Mrs Carrie Thomas Mies Sylvia Warfield. Letters uncalled after this period will go to the Dead Letter Office by law. Postmaster C J Thompson notes to say Advertised and provide list date when calling.
A sale notice advertises 20 acres near Defiance including a fine house, barn and outbuildings, deep well, two cisterns, and under one mile from town. It notes a special bargain for a business man and lists contact as 438 R W WortMan with several family names.
Tommy C Elliott of North Richland promotes a merry go round organ at Island Park, hoping it boosts Dom Peter Caressel's campaign while fearing nerves and a long drag of days. Louie Archambeault adds a young crow to his Perry street bird collection, urging it to bolster Caressel's image with a bold, if odd, display.
A Richland township man known for steadfastness toward widows resists fear and is described as possibly a Democrat. He plans to show that elder Weller doubted his son Samival's warning about vid ders, amid political tempers and speculation.
A plea for expansion shows prosperity from railway and steamship traffic and crowded resorts. The piece critiques imperialism, praises economic growth, and hints at local political ambitions including Sam Maxwell and A P Yeagleys residence in Washington township.
Miss Ollie Elder returned from a country visit to find a darkened parlor lit by fifty relatives and friends who staged a surprise party at Mark Center. The host received many gifts including an oil painting and easel, and the gathering enjoyed a solo by Miss Elder before a supper and warm good wishes for many happy returns.
Indians from Indianapolis will attend a POW WOW in Defiance on September 18 and 19. The event aims to honor history, boost local business, and showcase the city through generous donations and newspaper support.
The Island Parks hosted the Cincinnati Reds, a top National League club, and despite threatening weather, delivered a solid performance. Ed Scott pitched for four or five innings before yielding to the team. the Reds won 9 to 4 with Scott and Kahoe behind the plate and Vickers and Buck catching.
A testimonial cites Mrs Earnest Cooper of Sunday Street praising Dean’s Kidney Pills for back depression, kidney relief, reduced headaches, and eased nervous restlessness. The ad notes the product costs 50 cents per box and is distributed by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole US agents under the Doan’s name.
The city board of Decennial appraisers resumed its labors today and is still wrestling with the Second ward. Families of Rev Geo S May and Judge W H Hubbard enjoyed a picnic at Island Park Tuesday afternoon. Maumee Valley Milling Co. under new management is performing well and expanding into new grain markets. The firm aims to capture wheat from a twenty mile radius around Defiance.
The McCormick Harvesting Machine Co of Chicago wins the Paris exposition grand prize for harvesting machines and multiple medals for twine and metal parts. They lead American exhibitors with the highest awards and also win the gold medal for binders at Coulommiers July 19. Binders sold by Peter Schlosser on Perry Street.
Local notes from Mark Center detail visits to Defiance and Island Park, a Saturday August 25 picnic at Rice's Grove in Farmer, and parish farewells. Residents Ollie Elder, Rev Longworth, and several neighbors are mentioned along with recent marriages and school plans. Funeral for Mary Ann Devore described.
Steve Shaw traded for a horse weighing 1400 pounds and aims to sell. Rev. Smith held a farewell sermon for the conference year. Miss Fery Kyle from Sherwood does house work for Mrs B Lintz. The Cowers family members attended the Sunday school convention in Farmer. William Goller plans trips to Chicago Isconsin and St Joe Michigan before returning home. Jim Wilson can work again. Curt Bungart returned home from Findlay. Miss Mable Welker from Fitzgerald Georgia arrived and will stay. Miss Anna Miller of Crawford County visited her sister. Jacob Wank died near Ayersville. his brother Michael went with his wife to the funeral. A heavy rain refreshed farmland conditions. Elmer Warner of Bryan accompanied his brother DL Warner at church.
Miss Clara Cox is critically ill amid a week of illness. An ice cream social was held by M E Sunday school. Mr and Mrs John Wolf returned from Napoleon after a week with W D Wolf and wife. Several locals including Sol Young of Leipsic and 8S Colvin of Pemberville visited town. Mrs Jacob Klingshier and Sylvester are improving after a week of danger. A lightning shock struck Mrs Wolf injuring her arm. Archambeaults of Defiance visited Louis Archambeault and plan a Montreal trip. Fultz and daughter Mary visit northern Michigan. Isaac Stephenson of Malinta and Ed Egar and wife of Deshler were in town. Clyde Guy, our agent, went to Celina to visit relatives. Clarence Andrews near Delphos tends the office.
Mrs. C. S. Harrington of Sherwood and Mrs. Tay with daughter of Cripple Creek Colorado joined Mrs. Stotler of Defiance and Mr. Hannah with wife and daughter in a Monday visit.
Mr and Mrs Westie Stock visited his parents Sunday as Sunday school picnic preparations fill baskets. Rev Lentz gave his farewell sermon at the ME church. Families and neighbors from Hicks ville Holgate and Ridgeville share visits and meals. Wheat plowing marks the week while various locals attend events and host relatives.
A summary of local happenings includes an excursion to Clark Lake last Wednesday, Sunday school conventions in Farmer and Logan, and a Co F reunion planned for September 8 at Rice's Grove. Other items note visits by relatives, property sales, social events, lodge changes, illness and recovery updates, and an estate appraisal listing three appraisers.
A lightning strike heavily damages Sherr Yeagley's barn at East Farmer, destroying grain and other contents. Nearby residents and visitors including Archie and Berthe Van Nortwick, the Dustin sisters, and the McUavits are noted in a regionally dated report. The Dry Creek township convention is planned at Dry Creek Church with Prof Davis of Toledo speaking Friday evening. Delegates to the Brunersburg Sunday school convention are named, and a Chicago encampment drew many locals.
Mrs Carrie Shaner visits her niece in Van Wert while Miss Rena Hayward of Napoleon visits her aunt Mrs Lewis Font. John Bock works on a bridge project in Paulding. Mrs Lyman Hilton travels to Chicago to visit relatives. Mr and Mrs John U Helfrick attend the Gebhart funeral in Stanley. Mr and Mrs Wm Leaders welcome a baby boy. Miss Emma Fletcher returns to Toledo from a visit with her uncle Wm Leaders. Ben Myers visits friends in Hector last Sunday.
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