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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1900
Page
2
The piece contrasts the 1896 free trade debate with the subsequent McKinley victory. It argues that Democratic and Populist rhetoric warned of ruin under 16 to 1 but notes that prosperity followed McKinley’s election, restoring confidence and economic health locally.
Ad railed as a tobacco substitute campaign touts benefits for vigor and strength. It claims o'l'o Bac as a wonder worker made to make weak men strong and guarantees satisfaction with a booklet and free sample from Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York.
The piece praises McKinley's 1890s prosperity under a gold standard and derides the Democrats, labeling Bryan a Populist and predicting strong Republican gains. It argues foreign-born citizens visit the homeland, mocks free silver, and claims Democrats ignored their own calamity stories.
May 1900 hogs and cattle at Omaha stockyards exceed May 1896 figures, with sheep up modestly. Prices per 100 pounds climbed from 4.93 to 4.85 for hogs and 4.15 to 5.80 for cattle, reflecting stronger demand from a prospering market. McKinley administration policy cited as boosting mill openings and farm income.
Prices for wheat push toward the dollar per bushel while silver remains steady and corn approaches the value of an ounce of silver, signaling shifting commodity markets.
The department of agriculture will receive an additional 840000 in federal funds for the upcoming fiscal year, allocated by Congress to support farmers and farming programs nationwide.
Ira Gardner, a Populist figure, opposes the steel trust in Cleveland and faces mounting pressure. Reports hint at aggressive opposition to the trust's influence and potential public confrontation.
A veteran observer claims Hoke Smith will back Bryan. It is suggested Smith would prefer pensioners be paid with 50 cent dollars.
The Populists nominate William Jennings Bryan for president again while Democrats in Kansas City back the motion. A. Allen Noe, famed gold hunter from Noble township, urged to return to rally the party and stoke support against financial powers. The appeal awaits a decisive fall push.
Columbus correspondent notes Urban H. Hester of Van Wert county was chosen for the Republican state executive committee amid surprise. His past support helped elect W. H. McClintock to the Fifth district central committee and earned administration gratitude. Hester’s long political involvement and two terms as clerk of the supreme court aided his broad acceptance across ticket holders. The piece also discusses political shifts in Nebraska fusion, a jab at Bryan, and U S export figures for agriculture and manufactured goods.
The article argues that William Jennings Bryan in Washington urged Democratic Senators to ratify the 1898 Treaty of Paris and portrays him as saving the treaty for U S sovereignty rather than supporting Filipino independence. It claims his motive was political self preservation and accuses him of opposing the Philippines thereafter.
A B White named Republican standard bearer in West Virginia hails from Ohio. Stephen B Elkins, expected to win reelection as U S Senator from West Virginia, is also described as an Ohio man.
The Napoleon school board approved a roster of teachers for the coming year. Miss Karst of Carlisle and Miss Sweisinger of Cincinnati are named as assistant principals. Others include Amy Stockman, Mayme Wilson, Ella Shell, Emma Kennath, Alta McHenry, Olive Bales, Meta Baum, Mollie Finigan, Emma Groschner, and Mrs. Lune Welsted in various grades. Prof. Beck remains superintendent with R. Turner as principal and Miss Agnew added for kindergarten.
The people favor McKinley as a man of high character and expanded experience for executive duties while Roosevelt is seen as stalwart, expansion minded, and closely tied to current policy. They are described as a strong team.
A lady praises Allen's Foot-Ease as a dainty toilet powder that absorbs persiration and keeps pores clear. Dr W C Abbott endorses it as a grand preparation used in practice. Available at all drug and shoe stores 25c sample free send address Allen 38 Olmsted Roy NY.
In Kerns Switzerland July 3 1900 Wm A Kehnast writes of a grand Atlantic crossing with calm seas and smooth landings, describes Paris and London sights, and details Alpine scenery atop lofty peaks. He plans Bavarian tours to Munchen Oberammergau and Wien Nurmberg ro Fremont Mainz and home, sending Alpine rose token.
The funeral of John R Funk formerly of Toledo was held Wednesday from the home of his son in law Karl Groney on Francis Street. Rev Bethards led services and the IOOF assisted at Riverside cemetery. Attending relatives included brothers Will Tresselar and Edmond Funk from Montpelier Bryan and Pioneer, plus Glenn Funk of Toledo and J R Funk's wife and in laws. Bryan IOOF members attended.
Sherwood lodge No. 285 of the Knights of Pythias has elected its officers for the ensuing year. P. C., M. N. Utley. Co. C., C. E. Stephens. V. C., F. D. Dunakin. Prelate, E. P. McCord. M. at W., E. Rayff. M at Aj., J. Miller. I. G., J. K. Denman. C. G., E. H. Slough.
John Wisda has commenced suit in the court of common pleas to collect 1646.40 from the Defiance Water Co for back taxes. The case of Sarah Losure versus Joseph Clark was filed in the clerk's office seeking 85 for a horse. Suit arising from Squire Reisch's court.
John D Olds of Fort Wayne arrives in Hicksville to lay groundwork for a franchise for Indiana and Ohio Traction company. The firm already secured Ft. Wayne and state line rights and plans a 600 HP power house in Hicksville, extending to Indianapolis via Maysville and Marion with possible 1200 HP capacity and service to Fort Wayne this fall.
A 500 reward offer for cures of liver complaints and indiges tion with Liverita. Purely vegetable pills sold in 25¢ and 10¢ boxes, with warnings about substitutions. Mail order from Nervita Medica and local sale by E N Lewis in Defiance Ohio.
Advert says the ENTERPRISE Meat and Food Chopper can dice sausage minced meat and other foods with speed and ease. It claims to save time and labor, priced at $1.25, available at hardware dealers, with a free descriptive catalogue and a four cent mailed booklet of 200 recipes from The Enterprise Mfg Co Philadelphia.
Sunday School workers urged to renew zeal and attend the county convention at Brunersburg September 5-6. Echo meeting at Sherwood ME church July 22 at 2 30 pm with addresses by DCS Elder and county secretary. West Milford Disciple Bible school reports quarter results. Farmer Union school financials and membership data included. Tiffin township to host a convention picnic late August and asks for local clubs to join the Worker program.
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