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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1899
Page
6
Weekly paper priced at $1 in advance with a mail subscription paid, $1.50 if not paid in advance. Rates in proportion for longer terms. Muted at Defiance Ohio Post Office as second class matter.
Bor Governor George K Nash of Frank Tn runs with Lieutenant Governor John A Cald well of Hamilton Also on the ticket are W Z Davis Marion for Judge Supreme Court John M Sheets OUara for Attorney General I B Cameron Columbiana for State Treasurer W D Guilbert Noble for Public Works Frank A Huff man Van Wert for Bourg
A Chicago Times Herald attack on Senator J B Foraker is denounced as a vile lie aimed at discrediting Ohio Republicans. The piece accuses the paper of acting as McKinley administration mouthpiece and calls for unity to defeat rivals Hanna and Foraker in the 1900 campaign. The Ohio rally earlier praised Foraker and Hanna amid tensions within the party.
Hon. George K. Nash of Medina County Ohio born August 14, 1842 rose from private to attorney general and Supreme Court commission member. He served Franklin county prosecutor in 1870, re-elected, and later chaired the Republican State Executive Committee in 1880 81 82 and 1897.
A Daily Ex PRESS interview with Hon. W D Hill praises Judge Geo K Nash. Hill recalls Nash being elected prosecutor in 1869 and later serving as attorney general with a reputation for integrity and strong Democratic campaigning. Nash’s long career is highlighted as exemplary and scandal free.
The passage extols John A Caldwell for his varied public roles including congressman and Cincinnati mayor praising his influence, courtesy, and management. It notes his expected performance as lieutenant governor and presiding officer of the senate, emphasizing his work rate, speaking ability, and electoral success.
Postmaster C J Thompson, mail carrier John Davison and Major W C Burke depart at 11am Tuesday for Wawasee Lake Indiana to spend several days fishing. Davison handles fish bait while Burke oversees the storage plant and mint crop. The trio, seasoned fishermen, expect a good time.
Mrs Olive Henry died May 3 at her home near Hamlet aged 30 years 2 months 17 days leaving a husband four children and a mother. Funeral May 5 Rev Delaney officiating with sermon Truly Her Sun has Set While it was yet Day. Wm Grosscup formerly of this city died age 44. he belonged to Anthony Wayne Council National Union five years and had $2000 life insurance. Committee from council attended with floral offering including a crescent.
Ad claims Burdock Blood Bitters regulate the stomach and bowels naturally and quickly, suggesting relief from constipation for all users. The pitch emphasizes ease of use and rapid regulation of digestive function.
The board of education met in regular session Monday evening with eight members present. Minutes were read and approved as corrected. Various bills were allowed including enumerations, gas, recording deeds, printing, clocks, and janitorial services. Superintendent Burns reported attendance figures and rolling metrics for the month and school.
The board debates superintendent and principal candidates led by R W Mitchel Celina and listing applicants from multiple states. They approve multiple janitor and truancy hires and prepare for a roll call election next Wednesday evening.
The Johns family expresses gratitude to neighbors for kindness and assistance following the death of their son and brother. They particularly thank those who offered floral tributes and support.
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