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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1906
Page
5
A Bryan area report lists deaths from a Lake Shore freight train, paralysis for Amos Foust near Deshler, Louis T Laver found dead, and James Kigsby dying at his Delaware home. Dena R Dow sues J A McCoy for 5000 for slander in Alvordton. The Democratic organ opposes a beet sugar factory. Mildred Kline lost a hand in a Bryan grist mill accident. Latty bans Sunday merchandise except drugs and meals. A Lima sane hospital site is proposed with 627 acres.
Democrats seek gains from Congressman Campbell vote on the Philippine tariff bill. Col lings and Dyer of Continental Sugar Co. press opposition in Washington, warning a 25 percent tariff with three years of Dingley rates will ruin their business and affect 16,000 acres of Ohio sugar beet farming. They plan a Defiance plant and protest the bill, while Ohio leaders urge Senator Dick to oppose it. Lone, new mayor of Keshbier, enforces saloon closure rules with strict orders and quips that wine rooms must be closed.
Jerry Amundson of Akron city council was found guilty Monday of soliciting a $1,400 bribe from Buckeye Sewer Pipe Co to influence council legislation. In another incident near Spencerville, a boy shot through a room where his mother sat, likely fatally wounding her. In Fremont, two shoplifters stole silk worth at least $175 from dry goods stores. A Toledo fire at the Shepp restaurant and McCormick pool room destroyed the building, with three printers suffocating and saved from a second-story window.
A receiver was appointed for the Hardin County Union Co composed of Columbus men operating a plantation on the Hardin county marsh. Two judgments of 1000 dollars each were entered Thursday against the company by Columbus and Kenton banks. A press dispatch notes possible Fifth district Democratic convention early spring with candidates P Sandles of Ottawa and Timothy T Ansberry of Defiance likely to seek nomination. In Fourth district John Begg, state lecturer, is mentioned as an independent candidate to succeed Harvey Garber, favoring Roosevelt railroad measures.
Findlay reports the Toledo and Ohio Central Railway plans to electrify the western division. The legal department has studied the issue and an amendment to the charter is expected to be filed to authorize electric operation alongside steam.
The Mercer county commissioners planned a large bond sale to fund new bridges. The recently adjourned grand jury advised delaying all bond sales pending an investigation into an alleged bridge combine. They urged the commissioners in writing to refrain from selling bonds due to litigation in other counties and claims that bridge firms operate as a trust, pooling bids and sharing profits.
A Pomona Grange session is planned in Sherwood on Thursday February unknown year. Program includes topics on profitable crops by Geo Bostater, bird interest for farmers by J A Sheffield, and farmer legislation for the year with discussions led by Levi Clinker and Mrs Bachelor. Orville Enstan is secretary.
A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Fred Schanika. Chas Janewalt of Peterson Indiana visited relatives there last week. Wesley Dirr and his son were at De fiance on business. John Miller who spent the summer in Mississippi is spending the winter with his brother Henry Miller.
Route 10 Guy Karr was in Van Wert on business Tuesday. John son of Flicksville was down looking after his farm Saturday. Ray Karr was in Paulding Monday. Sherm indsley of Grover Hill visited Ray and Guy Karr last week. Frank Shaitz was out on the North Ridge Sunday. Mrs Steed of Nebraska and Mrs Vetter of New Bavaria are visiting their cousin John Schatz.
Brookvilles Mrs Neva Rittenhouse and children visited sister Mrs M D Haill in East Tiffin. Mrs Mary Pollock of Ney spent time with sister Mrs Kate Sigley. Frank Cristie and family visited Mr and Mrs M D Hall. Trinity chapel held a well attended quarterly meeting. Alba Schatz daughter of Mr and Mrs Adam Schatz married Erven Aspacher at the bride’s parents home. Henry Miller and wife, and daughter visited relatives at Spencerville. Miss Besse Young is in Defiance.
The funeral for Sarah Elizabeth Donley was held Tuesday at 1:30 pm in the M I church. She was 55 years 9 months and days old and is survived by two brothers two sisters and many friends. Interment followed at the New cemetery.
Edward Squire writes from New York January 25 1906 describing his rail and steamer journey toward Italy. He notes scarce passenger cars due to anti pass restrictions, travels with Wright of Newark, visits the Victoria hotel and the steamer Republic, and comments on Broadway subways and elevated lines and New York’s rising skyscrapers.
Evansport and nearby towns report social visits with Stryker friends and relatives. Mrs. Jennie Winzler returned to Archbold. Mrs. A Snider hosts a surprise party with a chair gifted to her. Betts and wife visited W S Cameron. others traveled to Defiance and Toledo on Monday. A chicken supper is planned at M C Coy’s Saturday.
Lee Cartwright, held for attempting to sell robes tied to H Roger, awaits a guardian or friend to secure his release. Eleven days in city jail pass as Chief Hubbard seeks replies from Bryan marshal. absent aid may force a mayor’s hearing and common pleas court binding over. Cartwright hoped for reimbursement from friends to withdraw affidavit and gain release. his father is alive but unreachable.
West Milford reports active church meetings at U B church and Christian Chapel with strong interest. A son was born to Charlies Shanklin and wife, and a daughter to Ray Arrants. Rev Jas Moore left for an extended visit in Noble county. Simon Shank visited Kalamazoo, Michigan. Nelson Pierce and Mrs. Jennie Arrants were at Hamilton. Miss Jennie Lindsey visited her sister Mrs. Chas Reas in Hicksville. FM Laight of Colorado called on local friends. Finley Moore displayed white Leghorns at the Butler poultry show, winning three firsts a second and a third premium totaling about six dollars.
Hicksvite resident Clifton Miller of Pleasant Lake Indiana visits our city among friends while Maude Stull and her daughter from Benton Harbor Michigan stay with Mrs. WM Boswiber. A WEF M.S program at Geo Shepard’s home featured recitations and spelling words backward. Several local residents and visitors including Gabe Fish Roy Coombs and others travel for business or to visit. Roy Coombs survives a serious freight train accident with minor injuries. others come and go for timber work and insurance business.
Florida residents host visitors and report small-town happenings. Families welcome guests from North Richland and Jewell while a Little Rock child breaks an arm and heals. A farmers institute is planned February 23 and 24 with expected strong talks. Protracted meetings continue at MLE church as crop prospects brighten despite freezing nights. Local business and milling activity expand with a new saw mill at Stout's operation near North Richland, and multiple residents recover from illness amid ongoing care by Dr Gernhard and others.
A husband recalls his wife trying to save four dollars a week by discharging the servant and cooking for two. The breakfast failed with gluey batter and greasy eggs, ending with the couple deciding to dine out after a burnt roast and a doughy pie.
A speaker recalls taking a near tearful companion to a reasonable restaurant for a large steak and salad at two dollars, contrasting it with a spoiled home meal and noting his wife washing dishes after returning home. The anecdote reflects simple domestic scenes and value judgments in midcentury dining.
Elizabeth Donley of Ney died Sunday from pneumonia after a week of illness at John Donley’s home. The funeral was Tuesday led by Rev. Kelley. Irvin Hartsborn returned from Columbus where he stayed with his brother Marion, who died of blood poisoning. Mrs John Donley is critically ill. A birthday gathering happened Tuesday at Jacob Goller’s to honor his birthday. Wesker to hold stock sale Feb 2 at Ney stock yards. price listed.
A reader argues jealousy in marriages reflects unequal personal development. The wife’s limited interests contrast with the husband’s progress in business and mind, prompting questions about blame and social life outside the home. Other items include a witty exchange about insomnia relief and a note on difference versus distinction.
In a calm lake crossing, a woman writer recounts defying local spirits by crying aloud to prove a superstition. The Indian party, alarmed yet orderly, rows to shore with the leader remarking the great spirit tolerates only quiet speech. Mr Lingerlong is noted.
A mother scolds a boy after asking how his clothes got dirty and he retorts that she always says she cannot answer when she doesn't know. The exchange centers on parental frustration and a playful jab between parent and child.
A story snippet shows a man praising his wife as a good listener, while a servant girl eavesdrops at the keyhole, hinting at social dynamics and curiosity within a domestic scene. The lines suggest tension between private couple talk and public scrutiny.
John Leifer of Pioneer caret on business the 22. Mr and Mrs Henry Deepe spent Tuesday at the home. Mrs S Sanfor and Mrs J Rankins visited Tuesday with Mrs Lehman. Mr and Mrs Geo Miller called Thursday. Rev and Mrs Roberts dined there Sunday. Miss Alma Petrise spent Sunday at her home. Miss Dials Lehman cured Monday by illness of her cousin M Clay Dickman. Mr and Mrs Willis Keister spent a pleasant afternoon there Sunday.
Wheat and corn prices listed for Toledo with May futures and cash bids, plus oats rye and seed values. Hog and cattle quotes range from heavies to prime steers and veals, with receipts noted. East Buffalo section shows active market with firm primals, cattle, veals, sheep, lambs, hogs, and assorted price ranges.
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