Correcting Military Record for First Ohio Light Artillery
Representative Dick of Ohio visited the White House after the president signed a bill granting official military status to the Civil War unit known as the First Ohio Light Artillery of Cleveland. The unit fought in the war but was never mustered or recorded as regular troops. the measure, long urged, finally grants them proper records and status.
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Washington
Virginia
Ohio
White House
Ohio Light Artillery
Cleveland
Congress
Christmas presents flood the city mail and post office
Express men report an early holiday rush with an overwhelming flow of packages and busy post office. Catarrh is described as widespread across the region and allegedly incurable by local remedies, with Hall's Catarrh Cure pitched as a constitutional treatment. The ad claims a money back guarantee and offers testimonials and circulars from F. J. Cheney & Co.
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Express
Hall
F J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney & CO
State Senator George W Wilhelm Dies at 55
Massillon dec reports the death of Senator George W Wilhelm aged 55 at his Justice home after a three week illness with inflammatory rheumatism. His wife Mrs Wilhelm died two months earlier. One daughter survives. Wilhelm was a longtime Republican leader in the county and twice served in both houses of the Ohio legislature.
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Massillon
George W. Wilhelm
Justice
Here
Last Hope Gone Patent Salve Promises Healing Virtues
An old advertisement touts a salve with arnica calendula eucalyptus and other substances claiming to cure piles eczema tetter salt rheum and minor cuts and burns. A large box is offered for 85 cents and advertised as sold by the Druggist.
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Wesley
Defiance Express to Form Stock Company Upgrade
Editor Chas J Thompson of Defiance plans to form a stock company to take ownership of the Defiance Express. The move aims to provide larger working capital to meet the growing field and improve the paper under new conditions.
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Chas. J. Thompson
Defiance
DefianceExpress
The
Express
Toledo Times
Nagel Convicted of First Degree Murder in Wade Case
In Upper Sandusky on Friday Phillip Nagel was found guilty of murdering his bosom friend William Wade. The jury made no mercy recommendation, so the death penalty by electrocution in Ohio’s penitentiary awaits. The jury retired at 3:20 p.m. and deliberated 1 hour 18 minutes.
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Upper Sandusky
Phillip Nagel
William Wade
Nagel
Ohio
Tin Badge Man Fined for Practicing Detective Work
Herbert Blackburn of Yellow Springs was fined after admitting he posed as a detective in Columbus. Once a tin badge detective, he sought work without pay and trailed customers in a large department store, prompting storekeepers to hire an actual detective.
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Columbus
Herbert Blackburn
Yellow Springs
Blackburn
Sherlock Holmes
Marvelous Elixir of Life Discovered by Doctor Kidd
After years of study Dr James William Kidd claims to have found an Elixir of Life that cures any disease. He offers the remedy free by mail to anyone who sends name and address, with cures claimed for rheumatism paralysis and many other ailments.
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James William Kidd
Baltes Building
Fort Wayne
Ind
Edna Crowder
Ri Lauderdale Co
Enn
Barnister
Ennacy
Igor
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Sold in Defiance by Weisen Burger and Emery
An item sold in Defiance involving parties Weisen Burger and Emery. The record notes the sale event and the involved individuals.
Piano Conte St Marys Church Contest Results
Piano contest results from St Marys church event list participants and scores from St Johns church Defiance College Defiance High School and U B church, with tallies 7409 26380 2119 548 2400 reflecting the local charity drive outcomes.
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Lady of Maccabees
St Mary’s Church
St. John’s Church
Defiance College
Defiance High School
U. B. Church
Stomach and Liver Tablets Praised by Local Resident
H. T. McIntyre of St Paul Minnesota says Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets give him more relief than anything he has taken. For sale by N G Woodward.
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H. T. McIntyre
St.Paul, Minn
Chamberlain
N. G. Woodward
McKinnon Considers State Treasurer Run After Ohio Talks
Columbus report notes Speaker McKinnon returned home after a two day meeting with Auditor Guilbert and legislators to discuss a possible bid for state treasurer. He made no public announcement but signals indicate he may run, with Governor candidate Dick and others already in the field, leaving McKinnon in a tight spot.
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Columbus
Guilbert
Harry M. Daugherty
House of Representatives
Burgess L. McElroy
W. 8. McKinnon
Ashtabula
General Assembly
Geo. W. Lieber
C. F. Leese
McKinnon
Judge Hubbard presides over two hearings in common pleas
In the common pleas court this afternoon Judge W H Hubbard heard two cases set for hearing: Christ Diehl Brewing Co versus David Ross. The cases Bishop Horstmann et al versus P G E Co and J F Singer et al versus P G E Co were dismissed without prejudice. The ad notes Rocky Mountain Tea for sale at 35c by Weisenburger & Emery.
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W. H. Hubbard
Common Pleas Court
Christ Diehl Brewing Co
David Ross
Bishop Horstmann
J. F. Singer
Hawaii Tour Special Opens Low Round Trip Fares
Chicago and Northwestern Railway announces special round trip tourist tickets to Honolulu with return via all direct steamship lines from San Francisco. Travel can be arranged with San Francisco outbound and Vancouver return, or reverse. The Hawaiian islands gain prominence as a healthful climate and telegraphic cable progress boosts tourist appeal.
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Hawaii
Chicago & Northwestern Ry
Honolulu
San Francisco
Vancouver
Hawaiian Islands
Pacific
United States
Chicago & Northwestern Ry 1903 calendar issued
A serviceable office calendar for 1903 from the Chicago and Northwestern Railway features large figures for days of the month and day of year. It is described as solid and creditable, suitable for business men and manufacturers. Send four cents to W B Kniskern passenger manager 22 Fifth Avenue Chicago.
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Chicago & Northwestern Ry
W B Kniskern
Fifth Avenue
Chicago
Local marriages and notices plus humorous editorial
Marriage licenses issued to Irvin E. Kintner and Nellie E. Kock and Jacob Lortz and Cora Bush. Dr. E N Lewis reports Florida orange crop in good shape. A. J. Snell credits Chamberlains remedy for party success. A Saturnalia essay lampoons club culture and domestic life in Suspender Jackson’s district.
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Irvin E. Kintner
Nellie E. Kock
Jacob Lortz
Cora Bush
E. N. Lewis
Florida
Farm Product Prices by Local Dealers
Local dealers report price paid for farm products, listing price ranges and regional variation. Market activity shows fluctuating bids and inquiries as farmers seek favorable terms and buyers adjust offers.
Doan's Kidney Pills Backed by Endorsement
An advertisement promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a quick remedy for backache and kidney complaints. It cites Mr. Peter Memmer of 13806 Francis St reporting relief after using the product sold by N. G. Woodward, with Foster Milburne as U S sole agents. price 50 cents.
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Peter Memmer
Teamseter
Francis St
Dean
N. G. Woodward
Foster-Milburne
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Doan
Wabash Route Offers Pleasant Hocking Valley Travel
Travelers from Lancaster Logan Athens Wellston Jackson Gallisolis Middleport Pomeroy and central Ohio points can reach Toledo or Fostoria via the Hocking Valley trains. The line uses Pullman high class day coaches and palace parlor cars with smooth roadbed for a comfortable journey. Ask Wabash or B O ticket agents to route you via the Hocking Valley.
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Lancaster
Logan
Athens
Wellston Jackson
Gallisolis
Middleport
Pomeroy
All Central
Ohio
Toledo
Fostoria
Hocking Valley
Pullman Co
Wabash
Wanted Defiance County Life Insurance Agent Director
Position seeks a direct contract with a progressive, old line United States life insurer. Aimed at a reliable, energetic businessman to manage an agency in Cincinnati Ohio. Apply to Agency Director Box 363 Cincinnati Ohio.
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Defiance County
Old_line Life Insurance company
United States
Cincinnati
Ohio
California described in new Chicago and Northwestern book
A finely printed chromo illustrated volume from the Chicago and North Western shows California's commerce industry and transportation strengths. It highlights outdoor life and the coast climate, aimed at travelers. Send four cents to W B Kniskern at 22 Fifth Avenue Chicago for details.
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Chicago and Northwestern
Brt
W B Kniskern
Fifth Avenue
Chicago
Michigan Lands offer multiple farm options from A J Lacy in Clare
Real estate notices advertise numerous Michigan land parcels for sale by A J Lacy of Clare, ranging from 40 to 3,800 acres. Properties include miles from railway stations, trout streams, timber, various soil types, and terms or prices listed. Advertisements urge readers to mention the Express.
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Michigan
A. J. Lacy
Clare
Mich
The
Express
A. J Lacy
Michigan Land
Michigan Lands
A.J. Lacy
Clare, Mich
Pere Marquette River
A.J. Lacey
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First Ohio Light Artillery
Tion
Ft. Sumter
Kentucky
Marietta
Senator Wilhelm
Tin Badge Man
Nick
Joseph Ene
Weisenburger & Emery
Leach
Ecems
Cota
Piano Conte
M’kinnon
America
England
Thomas B. Reed
Mark
Reed
Lorenzo Sears
Sifter Dianer
Berett Hale
Dolliver
Hamilton
H. Cheat Beaconsfie
James G. Blaineilliam
M. Evan Ha
Oliver Wendell
Sir Eillenry Irving Irving Robert J. Oni Russell
HN. Cone Sohn
Senator Dolliver
Joseph Choate
John D. Morris & CO
John D. Morris and Company
Thos.b. Reed
Bsc Pyar
Rocky Mountain Tea
D. C. G.rman
Defiance Real Estate and Loan Co
W.C. Culler
Joseph D. Kerr
Hicksville
Mrs. Kerr
Ed Andrews
Arthur
H. P. Miller Exchange
A. J. Snell
Fostonia
Suspender Jackson
Amipm
Sete Eeene
Deshler
Sear Neee
Tiffin
Mansfield
Ween
Newark
Philadelphia
New York City
Martin
Hae
Pmiam
Defiance Defiance
Solio
Ares
H. P. Miller CO
Wheeling
Pittsburg
Akron
G. W. Barber
Washington DC
Baltimore
Lickoos
Pullman
F S Bowley
Austin
Ill
D B Martin
Mgr
Nelay
Einoee
Eimee
Bae
Eeee
Adress Royal Medicine CO
Castoria
Katt Tldee
Yjoo
Infanis
Nor Nan Cotic
Bears
Centaur Company
Tork City
California
G. R
A. J. Lacey
Maumee Fertilizer
Fred Antener
J. A. Benner
Clinton St
Defiance, O
Sherwood
I. Grune
Toledo Accom
Atlantic Express
Avu. Ov
T Hill
Northwestern
Bell
Perry Street
J. Freecom
K&k
K&n
Jem Warn
Wasaety
Roe
Lee Arieccele
Miesione
DRS. Kennedy & Keagan
Superior Street
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