Local notes and social updates from town
See Dr. Huffman about your eyes he fits glasses satisfactorily. Robert Van Horn from South Bend Indiana is visiting relatives in the city. The will of Thomas Reid late of Brauersburg was probated Thursday. J. A. Hires of New Washington was a welcome caller at this office Wednesday. Mrs M Dorider and daughter Amanda left Thursday for Nashville Tennessee where they will spend the winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Huffman
Robert van Horn
South Bend, Lnd
City
Thomas Reid
Brauersburg
J. A. Hires
New Washington
Death of Bertha White in Brunerstown at age 15
Bertha White daughter of Gideon Archambeault died Friday at home on West High Street after illness. She attended city schools, completed seventh grade, and was beloved by all. Funeral held Monday at St John’s Catholic Church with Rev Groden. six pallbearers were her young playmates. Interred at Brunersburg cemetery. Card of thanks from family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha White
Gideon Archambeault
West High Street
North Side
St. John’s Catholic Church
Joden
Groden
Alta Wellman
Stella Horsey
Mable Schutt
Laura Reynard
Cecelia Vpessefall
Amelia Masanz
Brunersburg Cemetery
Tax Notice Open for Tax Collection to Jan Twenty Fifth
Tax payers are notified that taxes received till January twenty fifth. The treasurer’s office will be open every day except Sunday for tax collection. Reap. L. M. Harv.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. M. Harv
Offcers Named For U S W V Veterans Unit
Wayne United Spanish War Veterans elected officers Tuesday night with Syl Garver as Commander and W H Robinson as Senior Vice Commander. Other posts filled include Chris Krabach Junior Vice, Gale Hale Chaplain, Lewis Corcellius D of G, Max Noover Adjutant, Fred H Zoller Quartermaster, and trustees James Hawk Harry Whitney T Squiree. Installation set for January first with Major Cunningham to deliver address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Burgis
Toledo
Cunningham
Fostoria
Suit Filed to Foreclose Mortgage on Highland Township Lands
Edwin Graves sues in common pleas court to foreclose a mortgage on 799 acres in Highland township sections 26 and 35 owned by John Greenler. The mortgage secures six notes dated May 12, 1904 totaling 20000 made by Greenler, due in five years. interest default prompts foreclosure. Numerous claimants appear as defendants. Mrs. Greenler waives rights. Florence Cronise of Tiffin represents the plaintiff. Local social notes follow: visits by County Line Peter Frank, PF Dickman family, Chydia Demland housekeeping, M FE and Reformed Sunday schools Christmas plans, I M Dickman and family at Stryker for Daniel Kellermier silver wedding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas
Edwin Graves
Highland Township
John Greenler
Greenler
County Board of Trade plans stock drive and merger push
A committee advances a plan to form an incorporated board of trade with 50000 capital, seeks 30000 in subscriptions by February first, and schedules further meetings. EK Latty and George Watkins will study Bowling Green operations to copy its successful approach for local organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade
EK. A. Latty
George Watkins
Bowling Green
Mrs Press Rice Dies At Lima After Illness
Mrs. Press Rice 27 daughter of Mr and Mrs John C Barber died Thursday at her Lima home after a three week illness. Survived by two children and three who have died. Brother Charles Barber of Defiance and sister Mrs Charles Gingrich of Hickeville. Body to be brought Friday evening over the C L M. Funeral planned in Defiance with time pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Press Rice
John C. Barber
Lima
Defiance Farmers Institute to Convene in City Hall
The Defiance County Farmers Institute meets Monday and Tuesday December 17 and 18 in Defiance City Hall. Principal addresses will be given by J. W. Nicodemus and W Farnsworth with local talent and music at each session. Open at 9:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. All invited. Gro W Exumor, Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance County Farmers’ Institute
Defiance
J. W. Nicodemus
Farnsworth
Sunday Liquor Sale Convicted in Local Court
Ed Company proprietor of the Junction House near the B. & CO. depot was found guilty of selling liquor on Sunday after witnesses testified that his saloon served beer and whiskey to two Wilhelm brothers and two Bisco girls aged 13 and 15. State solicitor Hill argued the case. Company vowed to fight but agreed later to pay a $75 fine plus costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Company
Crowe
Peter
Roy Wilhelm
Fannie
Ethel Bisco
Company
Wilhelm
Peter Wilhelm
City Solictor Hill
Hill
Defiance Ohio post office lists week ending December 11 2006
The Defiance Ohio post office lists letters awaiting pickup for the week ending December 11 2006 including J W Cole Chas Gerans J Harmon Amos Heer Ohio Tool Co John Van Arsdal Mrs V Davis Miss Pearl Hammond Miss Grace Patti Mrs Samuel Traxler Mrs Minerva Tucker Mrs Minnie Van Horn Mrs James Wright. If not claimed in 14 days they go to the dead letter office. Advertised letters should mention the list date. Postmaster C J Thompson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance
Ohio
J. W. Cole
Chas. Gerans
J. Harmon
Amos Heer
Ohio Tool Co
John van Arsdal
V Davis
Pearl Hammond
Grace Patti
Samuel Traxler
Minerva Tucker
Minnie van Horn
James Wright
C.J. Thompson
Markets Report Dense with Grain Livestock and Prices
The market notes show mixed bids across cattle hogs and sheep with varied price ranges. Cattle good to prime steers 4.50 to 5.25, hogs 6.00 to 6.50, lambs 7.00 to 8.15, calves 6.00 to 9.50, and oats corn and beans listed with fluctuating cash and future quotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
East Buffalo
Ateady
Local Notes From Mt Zion Area And Nearby Towns
G Db Zimmerman lost two valuable cows last week. Mt Zion residents consider a mass ere. John White and wife visit sister Ada Parrett in Columbus. Bert Baker and Michigan family visit parents in town. Jesse ilughes and David Wheeler move to McBain Michigan. Rice completes sugar beet collection. Russell Donaldson improves from broken limb. Caroline Friend visits Nora Ibend in Wisterman. Rt Alkire travels to Defiance to see daughter Searle and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora I’bend
Wisterman
Alkire
Defiance
Mrs. Searle
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Woodwards
Bertha
Axe
Gipron Archam
Ootbookoouuy
Bob
WM. H. Ruess
Peter Frank
Dakota
Peter Kellermier and Family
Ayersville
PF. W. Dickman
Chydia Demland
M. FE
M. Dickman
Stryker
Daniel K Kellermier
Mrs. D
West Unity
the State Bank
WM. Geiger
Peter Kettenring
Elbert E. Carter
Mrs. Press Rice
Farmers’ Institute
Whndt’'S Shoe - Store
Clinton Street
S. G. Galliers
Mgr
Weidenburger & Bro
Rexall Drug Store
Mutual Improvement Circle
R. T. Whitaker
Jackson Street
Alta Kintigh
Chicago
Abey Core
Laverne Wortman
Mildred Krotz
Farrell
Miss Kintigh
Lady
Davidson
Thirteen Club
Holland
Wighland Township
George Robn
Musie
Rev. Kroft
B. Parent
W. C. Blanchard
E. Church
P. F. Pfaffman
Henry Stock
Roy Davis
George Davis
Henry Wiseman
Cradle Rail
Anna A. Myers
Stella Fullman
Houser
Rev. Griffith
B. F. Myers
Fleetie Blanchard
the Harley Shoe Store
Harley’s Shoe Store
Court Hou
French’s Bazaar
Clinton ST
Defiance, Ohio
City Markets
BNO
Tate Cal Gabees
Nsav
Monroe
Sherwood
Yours Truly
Kiftners Clothing Store
Salse
Christ
Kia
E &H
Kittner
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