This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 34 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1900
Page
3
The notice lists the Latty Building address on Court Street near Court House and details mail matter classification in Defiance Ohio. It notes a daily edition delivered to city subscribers for ten cents per week, with by mail rate also ten cents weekly and long-distance telephone number 14, Northwestern Telephone price four dollars.
The subscription price of the ExPRESS will be $1 a year if paid in advance and $1.50 if not in advance. This price will be adhered to inflexibly. Makvin Kuhns is such an expert markeament that he ought to be sent to Turkey to collect Abdul Hamid's indemnity. When Uncle Paul Kroger returns to the Travsvall he might return on European Sovereigns Whom I Have Not Met.
The Hon W G Br orrein of thirty second district 14 registered at the Neil has served two terms and will not seek renomination next election, per the Ohio State Journal.
On January 1 the Pennsylvania Railroad will retire 400 faithful employees with life pensions. The action is criticized as a continuation of corporate grinding down labor by soulless firms.
Santa Claus and old General Prosperity conduct a partnership style operation this year. The only item not in stock is calamity. To obtain calamity one must place an order with Liuculo, Nebraska.
The proposal calls for a silver dollar coin redeemable in gold to be used in the Philippines. Critics question the move as imperialist and a disregard for the governed. The rhetoric suggests strong opposition from critics who label it imperialism.
The friends of Judge James L Price of Lima urge his appointment to the additional judgeship provided by a pending bill that has passed the senate. Price served on the circuit bench and was defeated last election by Judge Mooney of Auglaize.
Jello-O debuts as a popular dessert with four flavors Lemon orange raspberry and strawberry. The ad urges readers to buy at their grocers and try it today.
Eldorado Kansas December 15 Jury fails to reach verdict in Jessie Morrison murder case against Mrs. G Clin Castle. Nine jurors favor acquittal while three push for conviction with manslaughter in the fourth degree. Case to be carried to spring court. defense seeks bond release meantime.
Cornelius L. Alvord Jr. was arraigned before Judge Thomas in the U.S. Circuit Court and pleaded not guilty. The trial was set for December 26.
Alexander Stewart, 14, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for first degree manslaughter after killing his playmate Edward Piesel by cutting his throat while pretending to shave him. Judge Fursman wept at the hearing as the youth showed obduracy.
The annual mint report shows slight variance from early estimates. Final figures list gold value at 000 and the value of silver at 32,858,700 for the year. The gold production marks a historical test in this year’s output.
Secretary of State elect Laylin releases a two year appointments list for service beginning January 14 1901 naming chief clerk Judge James I Allread statistician James A Newkirk assistant statistician Leslie C Smith stationery clerk John F Deemer recording clerk Charles R Brewer proof reading clerk Frank M Lagsley corporation clerk Calvin W Reynolds assistant Henry W Frillman stenographer Benton Morrow superintendent of book room W G McCartney shipping clerk Henry G Bohl and messenger John W Wheatley with county affiliations for each post
Washington Township notes a shut down of the stave factory until roads improve for timber haul. P M Crago opens a new furniture store in Ney. Irvin Spittler plans move to a new house soon. Mrs Silas Welker is ill under Dr Hartshorn care. Charley Weber, 17, has disappeared from home. location unknown. The report covers farm tasks, travel to Sherwood Defiance Bryan and local chatter on plowing and winter prep.
Residents report sighting Marvin Kuhns in town amid rumors of an unfamiliar liquor. Effie Rich petitions probate court for divorce from Oliver Rich citing desertion and cruelty and asks to resume her maiden name Effie Fetter Assberry Farrell. Minnie Ruppert seeks divorce from Isom Ruppert alleging wilful absence and support failure. Ruppert previously imprisoned for grand larceny in 1898 with one year served.
Postmaster General Smith argues for universal rural route delivery with an estimated cost of 12 million dollars. He cites savings from abolishing fourth class post offices and star routes and credits rural delivery with moral value, boosted newspaper circulation, closer farm ties to business, better market information, and higher farm prosperity.
Minnie Rethmel guests of Mary Stock on Sunday. Henry L Stock travels for Brady Insurance. John McComb visits Henry Deeps. The ME church Rev Fitzwater preached Tuesday. St John M S Sunday School to present The Herald Star on Christmas Eve. Isaac Mattock closes shop and moves to Defiance. St John entertainment plans and hay hauling activity noted.
Dr. Latehan returned from a ten day tour in Michigan. He spoke at Marshall and Britton, where $1,240 and $800 were raised for the college fund. Eleven donors gave $100 each, with other gifts securing the balance. He plans a lecture in Wakarusa tonight and will return Friday.
Omega lodge No. 564 F and A M elected CE Chenevert as W M T T Shaw as S W HC Gherke as J W G W Deatrick as Treasurer J E Mercer as S C Geo S May Jr as SD Fay F Martin as JD and Chas Dittmer as Tyler The officers will be installed at the next regular meeting by retiring master AM Minsell.
An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm as superior to plasters for lame back pains side and chest rheumatism and claims prompt relief after one application. Sold by NG Woodward in December.
Defiance Sunday schools report steady attendance at United Brethren and East Mark districts. Secretary Effie Price urges worker participation, rally success, and a year-end reorganizing push. A growth pledge emphasizes giving, self-denial week starts January 6 1901, with contact for news ED Goller.
A lady praises Allen's Foot-Ease as a glove powder easing perspiration and keeping hands dainty. Dr W C Abbott of the Chicago Clinic calls it grand and says he uses it in practice. All drug and shoe stores carry it. samples available by mail from Allen 8 Ofsted Le Roy NY.
The Woman's Relief Corps elected its officers for the ensuing year led by President Anna Ort and Vice President Mary Tenzer. Others include Kate Gorman as chaplain Elizabeth Lincox as treasurer Cora Thomas as conductor Mary Bell as guard Violet Weisenburger as delegate and Mana Hilton as alternate.
Saturday visits to Defiance and Napoloft notes. A corn husking at Charles Gunn home and a Friday dance. Miss Nellie Gunn works for CL ane and music study at Weater ville. Maccabees Florida elects officers led by Anna King with Mae Heilman and Effie Tompson among others.
Mr R Gray of Amenia Duchess county New York praises Chamberlain Cough Remedy as the best medicine for croup and a reliable children’s remedy. He says it cures when given at the first hoarseness or croppy cough and advises keeping a bottle ready for instant use. Sold by N G Woodward. Dec.
The family of Leroy R Piper former cashier of the First National bank and a young St Marys businessman have appointed O E Canan president of the First National bank as administrator of his estate. Piper disappeared in Yellowstone Park months ago and is believed lost with no body recovered. His heirs hold over $100,000 each. San Francisco courts withheld the funds pending probate. Bond for $52,000 covers Piper’s estate.
A family from Le Roy New York praises Grain-O, describing it as a solid grain beverage beneficial for health and children. The letter appeals to Washington DC readers, urging others to choose Grain-O over other drinks.
A bar rister questions a country youth named Sampson about peacefulness and strength. The youth jokes he cannot follow the Philistines or defeat a thousand enemies with a jawbone. The barrister and crowd laugh at the exchange in court.
Sioux Falls resident H. H. Smith known as Cyclone Smith will deliver the principal address at the cornerstone laying for a William Goebel monument in Frankfort Kentucky. The event is set for mid February with $30,000 already raised and plans to increase the sum before construction begins.
Negotiations with the Chinese peace plenipotentiary have not begun. Sir Mason Sa Tow, the British minister, waits for final instructions. Rail communication with Tien Tsin is only a moderate success. Many nationalities run the sections, complicating the task. The proposed solution favors returning control of the line to the imperial railway administration.
In Bridgeport Ohio two bank robbers from the Doerschuck bullion heist were captured after a fierce train chase. four accomplices fled. Passengers panicked, shots flew, and a captured man yielded 360 dollars in cash and a bank sack with the name. Officers found nitroglycerin, dynamite cartridges, fuzes, and burglary tools among the seized gear.
A rare coastal storm hit the city causing major damage including a San Francisco Gas and Electric tank at North Beach that toppled releasing over 248000 feet of gas. Thunder rain and high winds accompanied the event as damage spread across several districts. Paddy Ryan, ex champion heavyweight pugilist, has died in Green Island New York at Green Island Hospital after convulsions. He was champion before losing to Sullivan in Mississippi and is survived by a daughter.
Secretary Root testifies before the senate military affairs committee on the army reorganization bill. He argues the house anti canteen clause should be removed, saying the post exchange plays a social role and abolition could hamper recruiting.
London dispatch notes General Clement’s force compelled to withdraw after severe fighting at Nooitgedacht with 2,500 men. Four British officers killed. four companies of the Northumberland Fusiliers reportedly captured. Kruger and Leyds reacted calmly in The Hague to Britain’s setback.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.