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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1901
Page
5
Feature honors CC Kuhn a Defiance official and lumber magnate praised for successful ventures in plumbing heating and water works. Born 1849 in Tiffin he moved to Defiance in 1877 and built a large business empire with brother Peter. later reorganized and now leads Water Works with efficiency.
Defiance Express Daily entering seventh year and weekly edition in forty third year. Office in Latty Building Court Street near Court House. Second class matter. Daily edition delivered to city subscribers or by mail for 10 cents per week. Long distance telephone numbers listed.
The ExPRESS will cost $1 yearly if prepaid or $1.50 if not. Col. Bryan and Cleveland Lave are named in a duck shooting note. Mrs. Lease interrupts a vill lecture but no premature joy. The Democracy remains at large and power remains contentious.
Exclusive text notes former secretary Carlisle stating the constitution follows the flag while arguing the Supreme Court has no say in the matter. The remark highlights ongoing debates on constitutional limits regarding flag policy.
Lord Dunraven warns that the South African crisis remains grave as Boers show no signs of shifting their position. He stresses the danger of continued stalemate and the need for a firm policy.
The piece notes Pettigrew’s waning Senate tenure and casts his departure as a symbolic stand against fate. It cites ex Gov Hoan and Col Bryan grievances, hints at Hogg seeking a damages role, and mentions Colorado’s populist regrets along with district redraws in the Thirty-third. T. J. Harbaugh seeks race in a new district amid Democratic hurdles.
A 13 year old boy Ira son of Fben Haye died at his school in East Atlanta on Tuesday after noon following a coc-umption incident. The report notes the fatal event occurred during the afternoon period.
The article rails at Marvin Kuhns, the Ohio penitentiary escapee, arguing authorities must arrest him or parole him. it broadens to condemn rising crime in Ohio and Indiana with bank robberies and safe blows in Van Wert and Junction, urging decisive action to end the spree.
The editor reports smallpox remains confined to the Shondell household with three varioloid cases and one severe case. About 80 exposed individuals are under strict quarantine. Authorities and the editor pledge full precautions to stamp out the disease and will publish updates as needed.
The Sherwood Signal reports the receiver is at work with J H Miller to file his report within fifteen days and take control of bank affairs. He will collect accounts, sell furniture and fixtures, and pay liabilities promptly. Stockholders bear full liability to protect depositors while notes not yet matured may be sold to speed repayment.
The first noon hour of the new year saw Alfred J Richardson marry Miss Aseneth E Rogers at the bride’s parents home in Farmer township. Rev GH Wolcott officiated before about fifty guests. The couple will reside in Mishawaka, Indiana, where he works.
The wedding at the bride’s parents home on Mill Street united Sadie Leffler and Wallace Porter Cameron at 7:30 on New Year’s Eve with Rev O Shreaves officiating. Miss Myrtie Snider played the Highland Grand March as the couple moved to a bower of palms and lilies. The bride wore white satin trimmed with chevron and cut steel braid. bridesmaids Elsie Leffist and Jennie Cameron wore white gowns. groomsmen C H Schroeder and F C Cosgrove. After a three course supper, 68 guests, including visitors from Toledo Defiance and Chicago, offered gifts and congratulations. The groom’s family celebration followed at the Cameron home with similar honors and gifts.
Stryker experienced a major fire at the roller flouring mill owned by J D Rumsey. The blaze occurred at noon Saturday and caused an estimated loss of 20 000 dollars, with insurance coverage of 10 000 dollars.
General Orders announce 1901 appointments and committees for Bishop Post No 22 GAR Defiance Ohio. Names listed cover relief employment entertainment finance memorial day music transportation grievance cemeteries visiting committees ward and township representatives and appointed sentinels and janitor under Commander Henry Schmick and Adj't L E Beardsley.
Mrs. Fred Hofford of Ottawa avenue slipped on an icy Washington street corner and dislocated her left hip while en route to Mrs. Herdegan’s. Dr J J Reynolds attended, she was cared for at Schultz’s residence and returned home in East Defiance. She is 56 and faces a long recovery. The article notes tombstone dealer Ed R Mallett arriving in Defiance 33 years earlier, with a historic snowbound scene and local changes since then.
The following letters remain uncalled for in the Defiance Ohio post office for the week ending January 8 1901 Mrs Bessie Carpenter Mart Bailles H F Sanders.
The first presentation of A Prince of Egypt at the Citizens Opera House Tuesday night was a grand success. Joseph’s story from sale to rise to power was vividly staged with beautiful scenery and oriental costumes. Cast members Whitlock, Grochelle, Foust, Daoust, Sutphen, Myers and Squire delivered strong performances. The dances Gleaners and others drew loud applause, while Miss Violet Kittner and Miss Josephine Woodward gave standout solos. The evening featured a polished house orchestra led by Bruce Reynolds and promises a repeat performance tonight.
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