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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1899
Page
2
A weekly Defiance Ohio newspaper advertises subscription prices and discounts for advance payments. It emphasizes savings of 83 percent for yearly prepayments and notes mailing details and publication date June 15.
General Gomez issues another address to the Cuban public, a habit noted as becoming chronic in his pattern of communications.
The speaker to be Henderson is described as a fine singer, and his election is framed as a victory of harmony in multiple respects.
The passage argues that by its gold holdings the United States is a dominant financial force among nations, asserting that America is unmistakably the Money Power in global affairs.
Russia faces a short wheat crop and a long pocketbook as the American farmer prepares to navigate the resulting food problem with practical options and cautious optimism.
The speaker notes that the current brand of American prosperity is fickle and uncertain, suggesting there is nothing in it for the Democratic party.
John J. Lentz, a law partner of Hon. George K. Nash, will not seek the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. He says it would be an unprofitable move.
Manufacturers of bathing suits say they have sold more goods this year than in 1897 and 1898 combined, signaling strong prosperity in the swimwear market.
Indian corn becomes widely used in making smokeless powder, possibly compelling the United States to consider it a strategic cereal in foreign relations.
The article notes a long struggle between justice and Judas in France with signs that the justice side may prevail. It cites growing evidence that French consciences have undergone a wholesale jolt.
Scientists say waterborne germs in the Chicago River resist boiling and imply only extreme methods could sterilize them. The Hague Peace Conference has banned dumdum bullets, and some see diplomats as to blame for war and its horrors.
The passage notes Germany has acquired a large number of Pacific islands and suggests fears of further territorial encroachments are easing. It reflects on Germany securing a substantial stake without leaving room for rivals and implies satisfaction with the outcome.
The board held an adjourned session with all members present and discussed a 7 mill general levy and 2 mill sinking fund. RW Mitchell was repeatedly nominated and finally elected superintendent at 1500 for one year, with contract to be drawn by Gleason Gorman Ort. Nominations for principal followed, selecting M W Numbers as principal at 70 per month, with Nellie Moore as assistant principal.
Defiance College held the Literary class commencement on campus at 10:30 a m with large attendance. Students in caps and robes heard addresses by Nellie Bridenbaugh and Beecher W Waltermire while diplomas and honors were awarded.
The 28th Defiance public schools graduation took place at the Citizens Opera House on Thursday night June 8 with a capacity crowd. Students marched oilee through arches, the program featured music by Prof. John Gessier's orchestra and a wide slate of class performances and diploma presentations led by Superintendent Burns.
A Defiance county man Daniel Iford from Evansport served thirteen months as a hospital corps private in the Sixth Ohio Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. Though unpaid and without a formal degree, he tended wounded, dispensed medicines, and cared for soldiers from dawn until long after taps. His selfless work earned wide affection, a ceremonial $1000 in donations, and a lifelong reputation as a quiet hero, despite not receiving a promotion.
John J. Lentz, partner of Hon. George K. Nash, distances himself from a gubernatorial bid. He states he has not sought the nomination, will oppose the Republican program, and will support the Democratic party while awaiting Nash’s nomination and the party’s course. Columbus, Ohio, June 7.
Chas Harris D Harris and W A Snider visited Evansport lodge No. 511 F and AM Friday evening. They performed third degree work and served refreshments. Evansport lodge plans a basket picnic on St John’s Day June 24.
Advertises Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful swollen feet nerves and bunions. Claims instant relief from sting and sweat and makes tight shoes feel easy. Sold by druggists and shoe stores or mailed for 25 cents with a free trial.
Grain-O is advertised as a coffee substitute that tones the stomach aids digestion and strengthens the nerves. It is sold in 5 and 25 cent packages promising nourishing benefits and opposite effects to coffee.
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