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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1901
Page
15
Reports show improvement for Mrs J H Metz and others after illness. Wilsberg and Roshra return to work. a boiler upgrade brings heat to county offices. smallpox quarantine tightens in Jewell and nearby, with officials monitoring exposures and extending limits if needed. In the region, officials discuss Krag rifles for the Ohio National Guard and a railway wreck near Gauley Bridge, with no injuries reported.
The Paulding county deputy sheriff arrested Henry Weisbaum a Perry street blacksmith in Payne on embezzlement allegations after a disputed oil sale to a Cleveland company left an $8 back bill. Weisbaum claimed 60 percent commission and sought a $3 settlement. the firm refused and he was indicted. He posted bond and was released as the sheriff returned to Paulding. The author suspects the indictment was spiteful.
John Berger of Hicksville states no smallpox in Hicksville township but quarantines are in Crane and Carryall townships in Paulding county. A Rodgers, a schoolteacher in Carryall, contracted smallpox in a Hook district schoolroom. Miss Anna Miller of South Defiance injured by stepping on a rusty nail. G M Gleaves invites Governor Nash and staff to San Francisco for the Ohio Society of California reception.
Dr. R B Cameron reports no material change in the smallpox situation in Richland township while warning that cases may yet develop in A E Truby and Mr Young families. The Napoleon Signal notes a Mallory family case of varioloid with rigid quarantine and school closures. Paulding County reports new cases across Grover Hill Magill Smiley Antwerp Cecil and Paulding townships, but only one death so far, amid precautionary quarantines and mild disease forms.
A long letter from Geo W Burke Surrey ND describes mild weather and light snow, cattle pasture on Buffalo prairie, flax and crop prices, fuel costs, and town growth with a new depot expected. Local notices include marriages, appointments, and political notes from the area around Defiance and Evan sport.
Prof Roxa Tyler of Chicago vice president Illinois Woman's Alliance endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. She suffered a severe cold feared to develop into pneumonia and, after stomach upset with other medicines, found relief and recovery with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Now fully recovered and recommends it, sold at N Woodward's drug store. Jan.
Muncie newspaper reports Edward S Bronson, owner of the Citizens Opera House in Defiance Ohio, visiting friend C R Heath and preparing to launch the Bronson circuit of theatres. He just closed a five year contract with Harry and Mae Cody Langdon for the coming tour and will stay in Defiance to run the enterprise. Newton Bronson, Keystone Dramatic Company advance man and brother, will join after this season.
The children of EF Shoemaker in Tiffin township suffer from scarlet fever. Mr and Mrs Thomas Bentley of Toledo visit Dr and Mrs E N Lewis. Judge Francis J Wing of Cleveland slated as US judge for northern Ohio. Barney Cramer returns to shop after foot injury. Albert Simmons of Wellington visiting brother-in-law Geo T Burton. Burton's sister visits Attica. trip to Wellington and back planned. K V Haymaker case in probate court with tax inquiry book demand refused. he is cited for contempt. Judge Hockman decides matter by Friday morning.
Ohio Governor Nash issues a requisition to Indiana Governor Mount for the extradition of Marvin Kuhns the fugitive who escaped the penitentiary last Thanksgiving and is believed to be in northern Indiana. Indiana sheriff allegedly seeks a $1000 reward delaying service of papers, while Ohio officials condemn the delay as unjust. Deputy Warden Long reports Kuhns seen in Albion walking the streets and entering saloons. Governor Mount pledges action to ensure apprehension.
A customer from Genesee Pure Food Co. in Le Roy N Y writes that Grain-O is superior to all other beverages for health and children welfare. The letter urges families to choose Grain-O and notes personal use and endorsement.
The funeral for Dr I N Thacker took place at 1 30 pm from the residence of his son De L G Thacker on Holgate avenue with Revs Slagle and Murphy officiating. The remains were buried at Riverside cemetery. Jacob G Thacker traveled from Toledo on Wednesday evening to attend.
John H Corcoran of company B, 4th US infantry, now in Manila, Philippines, mails gifts to O E Smith, son of J M Smith of Highland township. The package includes two fans a book Life of a Soldier in the Philippines a belt silk handkerchief and three Japanese napkin rings. Corcoran is an 18 year old Defiance county native with relatives in the city.
A Mexican war veteran and editor recalls how an increase in his pension was blocked after contracting Mexican diarrhoea in 1847 and 1848. He endorses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as quick, pleasant to take and safe, noting it has kept him from a pension increase on renewal. Available at Woodward's drug store. Jan.
Judge Hockman rendered judgment Friday on correcting CL Geiger tax returns. Witness K V Haymaker refused to divulge loan association records, was held in contempt, fined $50, and a $100 bond to stay execution was set. The case moves to a higher court on appeal. Sutphen Sutphen represent Haymaker. Ansberry Farrell represent the prosecution.
The infant Richard Kunish died in South Richland on Friday. The funeral for the son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Kunish will be held Monday morning at the English Catholic church.
Defiance College announces a 22 week tuition offer of 15 dollars starting January 2 1901 with 65 cents weekly for commercial studies. A reunion and banquet committee meets at the Neil House in Columbus to set February 16 as the date with a 7 pm dinner and a long speaker list.
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Michael Schamberger died at his Nicholas street home in North Defiance at 11 30 am Thursday after a year of frail health and four months of severe disability from chronic disease. A Civil War veteran, he served three months in Company Hilla Regiment OVI, re enlisted for three years, and remained with the same unit until the war’s end. Funeral from the English Catholic church is scheduled for Monday morning.
A nostalgic grocer’s note promotes Jello-O as a family favorite with four flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry priced at 10 cents each. The cheerful ad urges readers to try it today.
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