14 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1899
Page
1
A Ohio paper notes Germany congratulates President McKinley on his message while reporting ongoing killings of Black people in Kentucky and other Southern states. The article laments Southern laws, accuses Democratic usurpers, and cites boasts about Sen. Hanna's and Sen. Foraker's fortunes as reported by a Cincinnati paper.
About twenty five thousand cotton mill workers in Massachusetts will receive a ten percent wage increase on December 18. The item also notes political references to William McKinley and mentions Gen. Grosvenor drawing a poor seat in Congress, amid broader unrest.
The promotion of Brigadier General Leonard Wood to major general by President McKinley was well earned. Wood is described as capable practical and deeply aware of the needs of the country and its people.
The text contrasts Toledo’s reluctance to accept responsibilities with Ohio’s willingness to support the Centennial. It suggests Toledo must retreat to reassess its role and find the source of its ailment before contributing further.
State Mine Inspector Haseltine asks Attorney General Monnett whether pursuing charges against parties wasting natural gas in new Cadiz fields is advisable. If statutes block government action, a bill would be introduced to make willful gas waste at wells a penal offense.
General Joan B Gorvon of Georgia and for a decade commander in chief of the Confederate Veterans of America declares sympathy for soldiers under arms. He states he does not favor removing the flag and asserts his stance clearly on the Philippine question.
The Cincinnati Echo notes Congressman Charlee Grosvenor of Athens may face opposition in 1900, as he did in his last bid. The piece argues he should prune dead timber from his ranks and rely on capable leaders from the past to secure his reelection.
An advertising blurb touts No-To-Bac as a miracle aid to quit tobacco easily and permanently. It claims to make weak men strong and offers a booklet free with a sample, urging readers to contact Guerling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York.
E S W Polk attorney for Home Co-Operative Union of Lima states the union operates under state law and that Rahmall’s signed application did not show an insurance company purpose. Polk says misrepresentation claims would unfairly reflect on the union, and suggests Rahmell’s error may be at fault.
The article suggests ongoing concerns within the Democratic side about securing the Kentucky governorship with key players debating strategies and potential outcomes as the race continues.
Revenue collections in this district lag behind last year by $5,288.55, indicating a year over year shortfall in income. The reading suggests tighter fiscal performance and prompts review of collection efforts and spending controls.
A quip compares a lucky heir to milk sickness, noting the irony of wealth passing to a poor man in the next township. The line casts wealth as a contingent misfortune tied to locality and luck.
Most Kentucky election commissioners support Taylor and he will be inaugurated on December 12. Officials say there will be no violence.
A Boston man is charged with stealing a barn by moving it between lots under cover of darkness. His divorced wife is the plaintiff in the case.
The piece notes that after Democratic accusations of abuse within the Republican party and Hanna, the trusts persist unchanged, implying limited impact from partisan rhetoric on industrial power.
Socialists insist at Dayton convention that state labor votes go to them. They push the demand to the Federation of Labor, but officials reject the tactic as unlikely to prevail.
Senator Platt trains Lieutenant Governor Woodruff of New York for a possible second place on the 1900 Republican National ticket. It is believed President McKinley would prefer Secretary of War Root for the ticket.
Reading Clerk E L Lampson remarks on Ohio Republicans in Congress while praising Postmaster McElroy as an reliable local figure.
Joup GE A C Reynolds of Lake county appears set for Speaker of the Ohio House while W D Uh of Cuyahoga is favored for Senate clerk. A dark horse is seen as likely to win the House clerkship.
Peter Sells of Columbue files for divorce claiming his wife has been unfaithful for sixteen years. Co respondent William D Bott, a saloon keeper, and Harris D Lyons, a railroad man, are named. Sells sues Bott for 25000 damages for alienation of affections. Mrs Sells has long been a society leader with a queenly home.
Charles M. Lanahan, Baltimore whisky figure and Democrat, staying at St. Nicholas, says Maryland will vote Democratic this year but oppose free silver. He forecasts ex-Senator Gorman regaining influence and possibly returning to the Senate, praising him as courteous and loyal.
Col Jac C Speaks of the 4th Infantry, born at Canal Winchester, has been elected Brigadier of the 2nd Brigade of the Ohio Militia after defeating Col Zimmerman by over 500 votes. McMahen and Dick also win top ranks without opposition. Speaks praised as affable yet disciplined.
Mrs Stella E Shirley wife of S M Shirley died at her Defiance township home Saturday at 7 30 AM aged 48. Funeral 10 AM Monday from Anglize M E chapel with Rev Schoonover officiating. Interment in Auglaize cemetery. She leaves a husband and three children Mattie Lawrence and Lester.
The document presents a distinctly American tone with no comfort for domestic or foreign enemies, highlighting a firm, uncompromising stance in the President's message.
Miller, the recent Brooklyn fugitive who drained others of their money, is being arrested in multiple locations across the country. He appears to outnumber his victims as authorities track him.
Senator Hoar states the flag should never be lowered from any moral field where it has once waved. He adds that over land and water the procedure should differ.
London critics push themselves forward by ridiculing Rudyard Kipling and his literary work. Without Kipling these zealous flaw hunters would have remained obscure.
Writs of ejectment may be required before any attempt to oust Senator Hanna from the chair of the Republican National Committee. The political maneuvering signals a formal legal path rather than immediate political change.
A movement favors changing the Republican National convention rules so states that elect the ticket determine the nomination when contests arise. Supporters call it just and politically sound while arguing it reflects the will of the electing states.
The term of S. D. Dodge as U S district attorney for northern Ohio expires next Monday. Republicans nominating candidates include Ex-Senator John L. Sullivan Warren ex-Speaker L C Laylin Norwalk M A Norris Youngstown state central committee chairmen J J Grant Canton and E A Cook Cleveland Sullivan is favored to win.
An advertisement promotes Cascarets as a ten cent remedy to purify the blood and liver, claim beauty benefits by removing pimples boils blotches and a bilious complexion. It asserts satisfaction guaranteed and directs readers to druggists.
Gen Hollinsworth of Cadet, age 86, sits bedridden yet cheerful as he recalls a career in Congress and diplomacy. He discusses impeachment of Andrew Johnson, Lincoln’s assassination trial, and serving as Japan minister under Grant and Cleveland, describing vivid memories of the emperor. He remains a staunch Republican and speaks on politics despite aging.
Washington letter notes William B. Gaitree arrives in Congress as McKinley era aide and rural free delivery special agent traveling 400000 miles this year. Ohio lawmakers receive favorable seating. Norton gains front row, others line up by height and row, with Shattue, Bromwell, Dick, Gill, Meekisop, Brenner, McDowell arranged in late arrivals and a “Cherokee Strip” back row for Lentz.
At the annual meeting of the Defiance Machine Works Relief association officers were elected for the ensuing year. President E C Conch Vice President C Heimlicher Secretary Jos Bauer Treasurer Wm Schultz Trustees Wim Barr M Bauer Frank Partee Jos Pickering. The association has 117 members and paid out 214.77 for sick benefits, with cash on hand 223.49 as of Dec 1.
Frank Blanchard was seen on the street Friday for the first time since his illness, marking a notable public appearance as he recovers.
John M. Palmer writes from Springfield Illinois dated December 4 1899 denying an interview and stating that Bryan would be nominated by the Democratic convention and could not win Illinois by about 100000 votes with gold Democrats opposing him. He says he would not support Bryan in the election.
Noble township held a Sunday school convention December 2 1899 at the Free Methodist church. Morning sessions featured Rev Hayden and Rev F L Hall with talks by Prof L C Kline and demonstrations by ED Geller on Bible study and object lessons. An evening session selected township superintendents and discussed improving temperance teaching and teacher preparation with a recommended reading list.
An old advertisement promises relief from constipation with Cascarets Candy Cathartic. It mentions refunds if the product fails and hints at pharmacist involvement in the offer.
A letter argues the city should require hawkers and dealers to show exact wood quantities via city weighed bills. It warns that customers, especially the poor, pay high prices for mixed or partially loaded wood and asks council to extend standard weights and measures to wood sales to prevent scams and protect residents.
The Bauman couple celebrated their golden wedding at home last Sunday. They located in Lake County in 1866 and were married in Defiance Ohio October 28 1849. Elizabeth born Carlisle Pennsylvania August 6 1828. They have nine children seven living, twenty seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Attending relatives came from Baldwin Scottville and Ludington.
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