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Newspaper

Defiance Weekly Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1900

Page

3

State Officials and Candidates for Local Election Slated

The notice lists candidates for state and local offices including Supreme Judge Sohn A Schauck of Montgomery, Secretary of State position, Public Works member Charles A Goddard of Sciota, Dairy and Food Commissioner S S Blackberry of Balmasn, and congressional candidate Frederick L Hay of Defiance.

Wer Board of Public Works Charles A. Goddard Sciota Dairy and Food Commissioner Sospph B. Blackburn Balmasn Congress Frederick L. Hay Defiance

Kansas Cyclones Fail to Halt State Prosperity

Kansas has faced several cyclones that did not offset the current prosperity sweeping the state. The brief report notes weather events but emphasizes overall economic strength and upbeat outlook.

Kansas

Populism and Realpolitik Contrast in Politics

The piece contrasts populism's bold stance with its rivals who trade principles for political bargaining. It argues the first shows courage in conviction while the latter prioritizes dealmaking over clear ideals.

Trusts Assailed at Kansas City Convention

The Kansas City convention denounces trusts as the Tammany delegation seeks special dispensation for its ice combine.

Kansas City Tammany

Pualding Democrat Seeks State Board Seat At Van Wert Convention

V. V. Pursell, a Democrat from Paulding, seeks election to the state board of equalization from this district. The Democrats hold their convention at Van Wert on June 5.

V. V. Pursell Paulding State Board of Equalization van Wert

Dewey Embrace Draws Mixed Reactions From Virginia Democrats

The Virginia Democrats faced criticism for their warm reception of Admiral Dewey. Critics say the party cannot afford to overlook a controversial figure and risk alienating voters with such gestures.

Virginia Admiral Dewey

Retirement rumor swirls over GOP chairman post

A periodic report claims M. A. Hannah will retire as chairman of the National Republican Executive committee. Uncle Mark disputes the notion, saying he never contemplated such a move.

M.A. Hannah National Republican Executive Committee Mark

Memorial Day lessons for city children urged

The piece argues that Memorial Day is largely lost on city children who miss follow up programs. It cites Toledo’s approach where G A R speakers visit schools to recount war incidents and teach the war’s causes and meaning for youths. It suggests adopting a similar program locally next year.

Toledo

Try Allen's Foot Ease for swollen feet and relief

Try Allen's Foot-Ease powder shaken into shoes to soothe smarting feet and tight shoes. It cools feet, relieves swelling and sweating, and eases blisters and corns. Trial package free. Sold by druggists and stores for 25 cents. Address Allen S. Omsted, Levy, N.Y.

Allen Aleu S. Omsted, Levy Olmsted LeRoy

Platform contrasts raise GOP unity with Democratic exposure

A Republican platform is flexible enough for any State in the Union while a Democratic platform would be embarrassing if it crossed a State line, underscoring divergent party positions on national reach and regional sensitivity.

Union

Mr Bryan porch enlargement sparks broader political remark

The article notes the enlargement of Mr Bryan's front porch is fine but laments that the discussion did not extend to his views on major contemporary questions.

Bryan

Democrats in Defiance County Nominate by Primary

On Tuesday Democrats in Defiance County will nominate a county ticket by the primary system. This ends historic conventions and all night sessions. The primary election, an experiment in Defiance County, promises interest. Oom Peter Caressel is expected to dominate the field for commissioner nomination.

Defiance County Peter Caressel

Letter Denies Dr Winn's Involvement in Rath Murder

Co B F Enos writes Dr L E Winn of Hicksville that Winn was arrested for the murder of Enos Rath in error. Enos says a detective was at work, but Winn was not consulted as an attorney, and asserts Winn's innocence and no complicity.

Enos L E Winn Hicksville Enos Rath Zuber, Johnson and Rumbaugh Dr. Winn Rath Winn

Littlefield Attacks Sugar Bill in House

Maine congressman Littlefield pressed an old Bryan sugar bill in the house on Friday. He argued it would suspend all duties on sugar imports, challenging Democratic members who reacted with uproar as he alleged Bryan aided the sugar trust in 1896 and now seeks to rally the common people for 1900.

Littlefield Maine House of Congress W. J. Bryan Congress Sugar Trust Bryan

Jury Box Names and Local Notices in Defiance Area

The county jury commission lists 98 names across townships and wards including Adams Township A F Tubbs Henry Arps John Behnfeldt Henry Gerke and others Defiance Township Geo Newton H C Gerke Joseph Keller and more Wards One and Fourteen provide numerous residents and notices. Additional items note a Wabash special train to Napoleon June 20 Firemen's convention and marriages licenses for John Rafferty Lillian Grube Alder Crawford Clara Mitchel plus a Keisner abroad letter and mortgage filing for 100000 by People s Gas and Electric Co.

Important tax decision from Cleveland circuit court

United States circuit court in Cleveland dismissed a case over nearly $500 000 in unpaid taxes in Richland county. Treas urer Brumfield had sued Aultman & Taylor company and the administrator of former congressman Mich ael D Harter to collect taxes on unlisted property added to the duplicate. The court dissolved the temporary injunction and ruled the federal court had no authority to intervene, a win for county tax officials facing similar challenges statewide.

United States Circuit Court Cleveland Brumfield Richland County Aultman & Taylor Company Michael D Harter Fourteenth District United States Court Richland United States

Memorial Day Observances Shine in Hicksville

Hickville marks Memorial Day with a dawn parade to the graveyard and a moving address by Dr. Lilly. The U B Ladies Aid clear $26 from a noon dinner, and the G A R hosts an evening program. Other notes report track work, local illness, fare at the Whitney show, Fourth of July plans, and community events under Rev Goller’s supervision.

Hicksville Dr. Lilly U B Lilly Ladies Aid U B Church Dr. Thomas Newville Ind

Boxwell laws on high school tuition clarified

State school commissioner L D Bonebrake interprets Boxwell laws allowing boards of education to admit pupils from districts without high schools and charge fees. The board may sue for tuition from parents or the sending district, with the board as defendant if legal action is needed. This shapes local high school funding responsibilities.

L D Bonebrake Board of Education

Bst For The Bowels Natural Cure Claim

An ad touts Cascarcets as a natural laxative cure for all ailments from headaches to cancer. It promises painless bowel movements and a heart restored, selling Cascarets candy tablets for 10 cents a box with a C. C. stamp and warns about limitations.

Special venire drawn for State v Floyd Rumbaugh

The jury pool for the June 19 1900 trial of the State v Floyd Rumbaugh was drawn by County Clerk W A Schmaltz and Sheriff John F Eiser. Names listed include Chas W Beatty Geo P Wobn Geo Miller Geo Butler Third ward Chas Staley A J Cronk Washington Robert Davis H Helmike Michael Thieroff Louis H Gachel Rich land C C Kuhn A B Davis ME Lynde O D Loveridge O A Frick J H Beving ton First ward Geo C Serril Milford W H McAsurey Tiffin Frank Fraker Hiram Meek O Ewing Ludwig Klein Mark F J Bilcck Defiance Samuel Lorab Delaware John Behnfeldt Henry Arps Adam N G Cunningham J P Davis Second ward Martin Gur wellness? Virgil Squire Fourth ward David Follmer Bighland F O Hutchins Farmer Jonas Miller A M Anderson O F McCauley W F Culler Hicksville.

Floyd Rumbaugh W A Schmaltz John F Eiser Chas. W Beatty Geo P Wobn Geo. Miller Geo. Butler Third Ward Chas. Staley A J Cronk Washington Robert Davis H Helmike Michael Thieroff Louis H Gachel Richland C C Kuhn Martin Gurwell Virgil Squire David Follmer Bighland O Hutchins Farmer Jonas Miller A M Anderson O F McCauley F Culler Hicksville

Boxwell Graduates Named Across Townships

A list of Boxwell graduates for the year includes Bessie Miller from Delaware township AE Miller Pearl Shook Edna Strusaker from Washington two J J Hartshorn Guy Yeagley Vera Johnson from Hicksville Carl McBride from Mark township Mary Beerbower from Milford township

Boxwell Bessie Miller Delaware Township AE Miller Pearl Shook Edna Strusaker Washington J J Hartshorn Guy Yeagley Vera Johnson Hicksville Carl McBride Mark Township Mary Beerbower Milford Township

Vagrants arraigned after Friday night city gathering

Police detained several men at the city tracks and B&O depot Friday night. They appeared before the mayor and gave names including Chas Johnson Wm G Lapthorn Chas Wilson James McNiel John Ferguson and Daniel Gleason. All were charged with vagrancy fined five dollars plus costs Ferguson received five dollars more for carrying concealed weapons. Defaults sent to the stone yard to serve sentences.

Chas Johnson Wm G Lapthorn Chas Wilson James McNiel John Ferguson Daniel Gleason Ferguson Stone Yard

County Democratic Convention Names Delegates and Alternates

The county Democratic convention in the court room elected Robt. Newbegin John M Ainsworth Henry Kimple T T Ansberry John W Winn and Claude R Gleagan as state convention delegates. Alternates named were C B Sampson W D Wilson Dr J K Denman E J Pugh John Wisda and C F Goller.

Peter Freible J A Deindoerfer CH Miller Robt. Newbegin John M Ainsworth Henry Kimple T T Ansberry John W Winn Claude R Gleagan C B Sampson W D Wilson J K Denman E J Pugh John Wisda C F Goller Malley WJ Bryan Mr. Malley Dr. Burns

Try Grain O the grain based coffee substitute

Advertises Grain O as a pew food drink replacing coffee. Claims it suits both children and adults with a rich mocha like color, made from pure grains, easy on delicate stomachs. Priced at 15 cents and 25 cents per package, sold in groceries.

Java Ail Groceries

Sunday School Work at Salem Evangelical Church Meeting

Noble township workers held a May 24 convention at Salem Evangelical Church. Attendance was modest but earnest as they discussed attracting scholars, noting eye teaching and blackboard aids to engage vision alongside spoken instruction. Rev Schoonover urged ministers to support Sabbath school with sermons on the lesson’s golden text.

Noble Workers Noble Township Salem E D Gollerin Schoonover

Liverita the up-to-date little liver pill advertisement

A 500 dollar reward offer accompanies a medical patent pill promo promising cure for liver complaints indigestion and constipation. The Nervita Medica Co claims vegetable ingredients with 26 cent boxes of 100 pills and 10 cent boxes of 40 pills. Sold by E N Lewis in Defiance Ohio and mailed orders accepted.

Nervita Medica Co.cor Clinton Jackson Sts Chicago, Il E. N. Lewis Defiance,o

Enterprising Meat and Food Chopper Promises Quick Chop

Yesterday's leftovers become lunch today with the ENTERPRISE Meat and Food Chopper. It chops meat and vegetables quickly and easily, saving food, time, and labor. Sold at hardware and kitchen stores with trade marks and free mail offers from ENTERPRISE MFG CO of Philadelphia.

Mark Msn Stampys Pee Pnterprise Mfg, CO Niet and Tacpain Sts Philadelphia

Defiance College Grants Fourteen Degrees At 13th Commencement

The thirteenth annual Defiance College commencement was held Wednesday evening in the college auditorium. A class of fourteen graduates was honored across the Collegiate, School of Commerce and music programs. Elizabeth Rime and Misses Rimer, Palmer, Winn Morris were among the diploma recipients. President Latchaw presided and delivered the address.

Defiance College Presbyterian Church Latchaw Ministry of Beauty Lillian de Veaux Sran Ee Rosenhei Defiance College Latcha Mabel Win C A Bowersox Chopin Elizabeth Rime Valse Caprice Rimer, Palmer Winn Morris

Also Mentioned on This Page

Defiance Express Thompson Ratty Court Street Ohio Daily and Perwretary of State O Lauxlin Huron Per Sabeol D. Bonebrake Knox T R Carroll R T Whitaker Ford Mekus Chas. F Goller Adams Township A F Tubbs Henry Arps John Behnfeldt Henry Gerke Henry Coreesel Wesley Steffel Martin Snyder Peter Hornish Chae. Nagel Henry Schweinhagen Defiance Township Geo. Newton H C Gerke Joseph Keller A J Kiser William Fox F J Block D C Garman P Weigerding Morris E Lynde O A Frick Geo. Mallett H H Mollencup Wm. Martin J C Yingling Art Craven A J Manges J A Kitchel al Maag J A Klein Gottleib Martin J H Bevington R Brown A B Davie John M Hengstler C F Ferguson O D Loveridge Geo. Ensign Fred Stever Peter Seiple Isadore Hoeffel Napoleon Cunningham J P Davis E T Clark Geo. C Dirr Lafayette Conkle Louisa Archambeault John Cantlon Geo. Kirk Louis Degginger Wallace Dickman Horatio Banere Geo. P Wobn David Jarvis John O Fisher Christ Dieh! Jr Fourth Ward Levi Degler The Wabash Napoleon John A Rafferty Lillian M Grube Alder Crawford Clara Mitchel John G Wisda O J Spafford Upper Michigan Canada North Clinton Street Edward Keisner People’s Gas & Electric Co Western Reserve Trust Co Andrew Stoll A T Brechbill L H Louys John H Whitney Ed Wagner Albert Goldnetz Virgil Quire A Viers Benj. Diringer Adam Clemmenge Jacob F Fink Charles Kahlo Charles H Shoemake G W Baker ZH Miller John Walk Orlando Coffir John Bitterman Andrew Bok Geo. English Art Gier Taylor Lentz F W Limbaugh Henry Lipp Senior Samuel Lorah Farmer Township Andrew Hilbert C R McCaint F O Hutchins Wesley Arnold A W Beattie Geo. Beerbower David Blesser P W Burns G F Martin Edward Renz C M Rogera C M Stuckman Geo T Casebeer Walter Collins John L Bevington John W Shaffer J J Greer W T Culler J G Lower Joseph H Smith John Keener J W Seevere Hiram Meek Jonas Miller John Peacock O T McCauley Alford Ginter Louis Saltman Sr C A Warner Charles Coughanour J F Miller W A Getrost Amos Forlow Robert Aten A J Babb J P Hoffmeinster A D Otis Frank Maxwell Highland Henry Dickman SK Phillips W S Blue Adam Foss David Fullmer Levi Barringer Wm. G Kopp F H Mansfield David Hill EB Mix Henry Marshalls Hiram Coleman Frank Etchen Frank Fraker Fred Brininger Earl Bevington M W Dickey O Ewing Hiram Meek Ludwig Klein Peter Watters Henry Vogelsang JS Crawford Milford Samuel Seevers Geo. C Serrell Jos. Pifer Jas H Shanklin Henry Amaden W O Barney Paul B Hootman Geo. Buda Jacob Lehman Henry H Moninger Henry Aschbacher John F Dowe Lyman Hilton F Kanmeyer Julius, Prueser H W Roehrs Wm. Kebnast Thes. Elliott, Jr Ed. Baker Gardner Dabney Robi. Davis E Wickman H Helmke Orlando Finn Henry Ort Michael Roehrig Louis H Gackel Jacob Hockman Paul Theill A J Carpenter M M Cameron SB Figley J W Gates W H Thielman Wm. Hall W H McCauley W F Partee T E Shuter Frank Spangler Washingtown Township Ulrich Ball S W Beattie A G Figley Aaron Yarlot Joseph Stotler John H Webber Chas. Stailey Geo. W Keller Albert Strusaker DE Struble Chas. Walker U.S W O Aughee Jake Hickville RL Dixon Angola Dixon Hicksville High School Sarah Moore Miss Libbie Hattie Shell Fay Miller David Miller Chicago John A Deindoerfer Gus Gardner Old Country Mike Streit Mr. Streit Schlegel Germany America Heidelberg Aleo Conrad Express Old Fort Grounds David Merritt Abe Gilts Watson H Miller N Martin Jackson Street Julia Richardson Westcliff Cal Miller Mesdames Emmet Dicus H Hughes Geo. Dicus W Rath Fred’k. Betke J Brubaker Orville Corwin Fred Roth Emery Elliott Jacob Dickman Edward Goller Glorious Fourth Sunday School Association Ney Boxwell Law Rumbaugh Columbus CASTO Anas Bignatare Jz A L Baker W W Heater School OF Commerce Claude Beatty Margaret Cameron Walter Johnson Orville C Krotz Chas Lieberthal Volney Parmer Clayton Rath P Tarcke CF Wolsiffer Ermie E Hummel, C F Wolsiffer Dee Dae
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