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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1907
Page
8
Advertisement lists delivery details and pricing for the Daily-Evening Edition. It outlines carrier delivery, 10 cents weekly, and mail options: $3 yearly, six months, and three months. Also mentions weekly rate and long distance telephone services.
The Ohio Sun celebrates one year on the Fourth with a 48 page edition featuring city illustrations and leading citizens. Col umbus ranks high in shoe manufacturing and interurban rail lines behind St. Louis and Indianapolis. Henry Saum of Van Wert county dies at 79. W G Jones of Delphos assigns liabilities at 17,000 with assets of 21,000. A 14 year old Lima boy loses an eye and burns hands in a homemade cannon blast. Walter Purner of Napoleon injures mouth and risks lockjaw on a torpedo cap incident. Mrs Hunpa Hopkins of Edgerton seeks divorce from Lucius Hopkins married 1860. Birt Squires vs Tommy Burns in Celina ends quickly as Burns wins. 9,000 spectators disappointed.
Mrs Ina Speer was arrested and charged with murder after her husband John Speer died Monday night shortly after his funeral. Police say evidence shows a drug was administered at supper. the stomach was sent for analysis. a third party may be involved. Mrs Speer pleads not guilty and cannot meet bond.
Mary Tomek aged 19 living near Cecil died Thursday evening at 6 o'clock in Defiance Hospital after a two month stay in the country. She had been seriously ill with pneumonia and funeral services were held Friday at 4 PM from St. John's Catholic church with interment at Riverside. Two brothers from Cecil attended the funeral.
Miss Ethel Bish of Toledo received 20000 from Mrs. Mary Kendall of Caneto New York for aiding in a street injury incident. The search for a man who hired a horse and buggy at Snyder’s livery in Montpelier continues, with no trace found after a few days. Legal news includes U S commissioner A P Lins disbarment in Springfield on charges of unprofessional conduct. In Michigan, lumberman Ws. W. Johnson was killed in a car accident after a race with a dummy grain. Governor Warner refused extradition in the Daniel Baxter case citing unreliable testimony from Jack Paige. Social notes mention travels and visits among local residents and relatives.
The right side of ships was called steerboard after the steer oar at the stern and the shields hung there by Vikings. Over time steerboard shortened to starboard while the opposite side became larboard later evolving into port.
Three elderly sisters Mrs. Sarah Cole Mrs. Elizabeth Richards and Mrs. Henry Speller were seriously hurt when their carriage was frightened by a passing automobile. Mrs. Cole suffered a broken arm and head injury Mrs. Richards sprained both ankles and Mrs. Speller internal injuries. Due to age the outlook is serious.
A New York police report describes a rising class of church pickpockets, often young women, who distract worshippers during prayers to steal purses and items of value. Case summaries include a silver purse lost after a prayer and a man’s coat with a $20 umbrella stolen from a wedding in Orange New Jersey.
Mermaids and mermen appear in many cultures including American Indian and Chinese lore. Stories often portray them as alluring, sometimes luring humans to peril, and have been used in poetry and tales to convey moral lessons.
A long description explores the pomp and duty of German rulers across multiple small states. It notes princes and princesses under strict etiquette, costly education for daughters, limited funds, and the ceremonial power wielded by grand mistresses. Carmen Sylva’s memoirs illustrate palace life as stern and quiet, with social rules curbing even royal women.
An excerpt argues that past war costs show the need for a capable regular army funded by pensions, noting civil and Spanish War expenditures, pension totals, and veteran numbers. It favors professional soldiers, trained officers, and warns against excessive reliance on volunteers. It also recounts a Capitol anecdote about a delegation seeking aid with concise remarks.
A reflective Nugget from the Christian Herald on how people misjudge their control over the world. The world is a powerful force that can serve a rider when the rider remains master, but becomes dangerous if the reins are lost.
The piece argues that daily drills and sports in the U S Army and Navy foster tougher, wiry soldiers and college teams alike. It details obstacle and relay events, a fortress-climb drill, and the social bonds between officers and men, noting reduced drunkenness and broader teamwork.
Excerpts reflect skepticism about money in politics with rivals debating future reform. Quotations from Washington Star and Denver Post highlight integrity concerns and shifting loyalties as men discuss money, power, and influence in political life.
A brief exchange shows Swelled Head praising choosing companions from superiors while Reporter questions manhood and asserts a different view of character. The dialogue hints at power dynamics and personal development in a truncated interview.
Gertrude Appledorn petitions the Defiance County Probate Court for partition of property involving Frank J. Appeldorn and others. The filing requests allocation of interests and dower rights, payment of taxes and repairs, and court-ordered partition if unanswered by August 14. Charles Bronson represents the plaintiff. Defiance Ohio July 2.
Examinations will be held on the first Saturdays at Defiance College in September November December January February March May June and July and on the first Saturday at Hicksville High School in October April and August. Additional Patterson exams occur on the second Saturday of May and the third Saturday.
The Ohio Farmer promises practical agricultural matter and farmer interests with a trial of value. One year's subscription costs 85 cents, with combined offers for Weekly Express and Ohio Farmer at 1.60 and Daily Express by mail with Ohio Farmer for one year.
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