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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1900
Page
3
Announcement sets the new annual rate at 1 dollar if paid in advance and 1 dollar fifty if not in advance. The price will be adhered to inflexibly.
The slate lists the Secretary of State and GO LAYEAN of Hurea as supreme officers, with SORENA BOHAUCKe of Montgomery and BONELRAER of Knox serving as Board of Public Works members. GEHARLES A. GODDARD of Sclota appears on the ember Board roster.
The Circuit Court Republican Central Committee calls a Findlay convention on June 27 1900 at 10 am to nominate a candidate for the Third Judicial Circuit Court. Delegates are apportioned by votes for George K Nash governor in 1999 with each county selecting delegates per local rules. Thomas B Brack chairs the county committee with Joan M Brodieck as secretary.
Gov Mount stands firm against handing over ex Gov Taylor to Kentucky authorities citing risk of a biased trial. The piece notes Goebel assassination politics, possible interstate pursuit, and Bryan's call to repeal the Goebel law. It mentions Benedict's reform efforts and a contested claim about Geo W Huun's convention delegate status.
An old advertise claim promotes Dr Hobbs Sparagus Pills as a universal kidney cure with a free pie offer. It lists Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York as the source and contact.
The author notes that conditions in Connecticut give Democrats almost as good a shot to win as Republicans have to win Texas, implying a strong partisan balance. The observation contrasts the two states’ political climates and electoral potential.
A chaotic Democratic State convention required police intervention to restore order after a boisterous session that disrupted proceedings and threatened public calm.
Export values rise by 9 million dollars since the prior Democratic administration's free trade tariff. The piece argues Republican policies best serve farmers and bolster agricultural markets.
The policy of expansion seeks a foothold in the East to open a market in the Philippines and boost commerce with China, promising benefits to all and especially to farmers and wage earners.
The United States experience in buying vessels during the Spanish American War shows that relying on foreign ships cannot create a true American merchant marine. To be real, the fleet must be built in America.
The passage compares English saving banks expanding deposits by 350 million during 34 years of free trade with U S banks rising 1.635 billion under 33 years of protection from 1860 to 1893 and reaching 2.225 billion by 1899, noting withdrawals during the three Wilson bill free trade years.
The Defiance Democrat reports the County Record’s death as the last Populist voice in Defiance County fading after the 1896 Democratic swallow of the Populists. It notes the paper’s demise into Democrat control and laments the loss with a Latin epitaph.
Henry Brinkman recently joined People's Gas and Electric Co. and is learning to trim street lamps. He forgot to report to the power house and was shocked severely while testing lines at about 4 pm. He recovered, but will be watched closely during future lamp trimming.
Pomona Grange plans Thursday June 28 meeting at Banner Grange hall four miles northwest of Dafiance. W L Hill speaks on Extension of Rural Free Mail Delivery. Lou Blanchard presents Weather Signals. Mrs I M Smith discusses Oleo and buttering. E B Mix advocates strong drive for puwp indoors. Gertrude Woodward covers distance of thunder. C M Rhamy provides two songs. Loa Blanchard secretary.
Best for the Bowels. Cascarrets Candy Cathartic promises cure from headaches to cancer by ensuring natural movements. Ten cents starts, genuine tablets stamped CC, warning against imitations in a motel box format.
Try Grain-O the new drink from pure grains. It mimics mocha color and tastes like coffee but costs 15 to 25 cents per package. Safe for children and adults, it avoids stomach distress and is sold at all groceries.
Mise Ida Walters sister in law of Art Weisenberger died at 7 20am today at her Butler Indiana home after several months illness. Funeral held Monday. Mrs Weisenberger now in Butler will be joined by her husband Sunday. The deceased was well known in this city.
Edward Welsh a former city resident died at his Bellmore home Friday. The funeral will be held here Sunday at 2 30 PM He was a son in law of Chas Krotz of North Defiance.
Herman Dishinger files for divorce from Margaret Dishinger in probate court. Married January 13, 1897, he accuses her of gross neglect, leaving home, relations with other men, and repeated fist blows plus scandalous language. DF Openlander for plaintiff. defendant lives with her mother in Sherwood.
A South Richland resident, Michael Hohenberger, received a modern threshing outfit Friday from Geo. W Fuller. The Michaela Shepherd unit from Battle Creek Michigan lists at $2400 and includes engine with cab and headlight, a separator with covering, plus pump.
Dr. W A Birch lectured at the Epworth League convention in Hicksville and his talk is praised. A possible scarlet fever case and a suicide attempt by Mrs. Melvin Wyat are noted, along with a death of Mrs. Sarah Moore aged 77. Funeral plans set for Saturday at Forest Home cemetery.
A EXPRESS representative questioned CL&M receiver H G Baker about rumors of a joint line with Lima Northern from Lima to Columbus. Baker provided no comment while ballasting and equipment work continues toward a soon schedule and regular train service. Nearby, Col Hobert of CL&M HQ in Kalida visited. farmers report heavy rain. community notices cover lodge visits, Boxwell graduates, and local ads.
In Ridgeville versus Adams township, evidence could not be brought now and the case was postponed after a juror was drawn. The First National Bank Bryan versus Reuben Lockwood was settled except for Lockwood. Chenevert versus Ridenour was settled and court adjourned. Dr Denman versus Henry Fank verdict for the plaintiff amounting to 131.50. The regular petit jury was dismissed for the June term.
At the June 3 meeting of the county examiners certificates to teach were granted to numerous individuals from Defiance Williams and surrounding towns including Cloe Hill Ayersville Low Hill Stock Henry Breckinson Dell Yarlet Mabel Wycoff Hicksville Stella Peacock Bessie Helsel Argie Wright James Thomas Ollie Herriman Abbie Willeman Carrie Ury May Cameron Gertrude Brady Wilber Elliott Ann Donaldson R L Dixon J B Nischwitz Florence Rowe Theresa Leithauser Nora Coleman EN King J A Wisda Floyd Richardson Coretta Miller H G Morris and others from Evansport Defiance and nearby areas. The list reflects a wide range of recently certified teachers.
A reader endorses Grain-O made from pure grains arguing it aids digestion and feeds the system. The letter notes initial dislike but after a week of use she would not switch, praising Grain-O as nourishing and beneficial for adults and children alike when prepared as directed.
Attorney D E Dozer closed a bar for 1700 on Thursday for PS Finch of Royal Union Mutual Life Insurance. John Greenler tears down his East Defiance mill to move it near Mobile. A car load has started and more loads await plating in cars. Harvey Fren and son William will supervise erection of factory buildings southward. Many Defiance residents plan to accompany Mr Greenler south.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad announces June 26 and 27 excursion fares from all local stations to Chicago Illinois at one fare for a round trip. Tickets good for return until July 4 1900. An additional June 17 to 21 excursion to Des Moines Iowa at one fare for a round trip for the Annual Convention Musical Teachers' Association. Tickets valid for return June 23 1900. For details contact a B and O agent.
The Nickel Pirate Road City announces round trip excursion tickets for the National Democratic Convention dates July 1 2 and 8 with return through July 9. Tickets available by wire phone or at Wayne Indiana agent C A Asterlin T P A.
The National Prohibition Convention Road will sell tickets on June 26 27 with good return until the 29th at one fare for round trip. Tickets available by mail wire or phone from Nickela agent or C A Asterlin in Chicago Illinois.
A new book about Colorado as a resort and home location has just been issued by the Chicago and North Western Baili line. The Colorado Special runs to Chicago from Denver the next afternoon with Grado Springs and Manitou on the route. Tickets available at offices and for four cents apiece. D. W. Aldridge, 234 Superior St., Cleveland.
An old advertisement promises a 500 reward for liver complaints including dyspepsia and constipation, touting NerVita or Liverita as an up-to-date vegetable remedy. It lists 25 cent boxes with 100 pills, 10 cent bottles with 40 pills, and 6 cent boxes with 15 pills, warning against substitutions and imitations. The ad notes mail order and stamps accepted, with Nervita Medicine Co in Chicago and an Defiance Ohio druggist.
The Nickel Plate Road offers a round trip excursion fare within 200 miles on July 3 and 4 with return by July 5. Contact nearest agent of Asterlin in Ft Wayne Indiana for tickets or wire, phone, or visit. Limited single fare for round trip within radius applies on July 8 and return by July 5.
Nickel Plate offers a July Fourth excursion with a round trip fare within 200 miles. Tickets available by wire or phone from near Game Casterlin, TPA, Fort Wayne, NY Nol.
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