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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1900
Page
2
A notice lists Ohio newspapers on a select list for a subscription offer priced at $1.00 and $31.50, indicating rates or options for daily and weekly editions.
Readable fragments suggest Louisiana rice competition affecting Japanese buyers in Hawaii. Projections mention President McKinley nearing a second term, though details remain unofficial.
The article notes that cotton prices continue to rise in a period of pronounced U S expansion and that planters trust the movement as constitutional, with no doubts about its legality.
Timber valued at more than 30 million dollars has been burned in Washington state wildfires. The fires have caused extensive loss of timber resources and highlight the need for improved fire prevention and forest management efforts in the region.
An excerpt notes former Queen Liliuokalani may sue the United States for 250000 over Hawaii crown lands and suggests hiring a lawyer from Princeton New Jersey who might take the case.
President McKinley and Secretary Hay deny any secret alliance with other nations in strong terms. Bourke Cochran remains unconvinced, seeking further sworn affidavits to prove the absence of such ties.
The Findlay Republicans H P Crouse and H A Boff are close to securing a deal for the Toledo Commercial. If finalized, the northwest will gain a strong aggressive morning paper for years.
The passage argues the Democratic anti-imperialist effort lacks genuine justice or humanitarian motive and instead serves to embarrass a Republican administration by opposing two wars that were completed successfully.
Anti imperialists rallying against Manila oppression are unsettled by President Schurman speech in Chicago. He notes the Philippine commission's recommended plan of government, to be implemented by a further commission appointed by the president, echoing Jefferson's approach for Louisiana.
An old advertisement claims clean blood leads to beauty and skin clarity. It promotes Cascarets candy cathartic to purify the liver and remove pimples boils blotches blackheads and bilious complexion for ten to twenty five cents with guaranteed satisfaction.
A fragment argues that Louisiana inhabitants are not less fit for self government than Filipinos today, suggesting stance against antis claims and invoking comparison of colonial governance ideas.
Unrest brews among North Defiance Republicans as ward affairs are put under Slimmie, a former Democrat, stirring discontent among veterans. Slimmie backs Thompson and Hanna for leadership, with implications for Schlembaugh and local ward results. Fisher and Elliott posted decisive majorities. Nash narrowly missed victory, highlighting Democratic push to curb veteran Republicans.
Letter from Coxro't L J Easley of Company H 19th Infantry Cebu Philippines dated January 24 1900 describes initial insurrection, early fighting losses, and subsequent riverine and hillside engagements. He stresses American duty to govern Philippines, urges guard against anarchy, notes schooling improvements and English instruction, and asserts favorable military outcomes to date.
Centennial Commissioner George K Otis of Hicksville aims for the Democratic candidacy in the Fifth district. He faces rivals across every county as they seek to succeed Dave Meekison, per Toledo Blade.
Health officer announces absolute quarantine against infected districts in Defiance amid reports of smallpox in New Bavaria and Holgate. Guards on streets, quarantines on homes, and vaccine orders are in place as officials warn residents to remain calm and cooperate.
The Paulding Democrat reports a Sunday surprise for E A Budd on his 58th birthday at his Brown township home. Guests arrived by mudboat and carriage, with 10 men 19 women and two older women attending. Gifts included a carriage, a bottle of bed bug poison, a 1000 dollar check, and various items. Budd, once active in Paulding journalism, now raises pumpkins and corn and remains a well known local figure.
The ad claims Cascarets Candy Cathartic cures constipation with a 10c or 256 price and promises a refund if G C C fail to care. It markets a laxative product with bold guarantees and money back option.
A reception at Memorial Hall showcased newly opened facilities on three floors. The basement hosts a dining area and kitchen, the second floor houses a reception room and Bishop Post lodge area, and the top floor features three reading rooms plus a smoking room. Donations fund fuel and janitor costs, with a Northwestern telephone added for in-house convenience.
An advertisement from Sterling Remedy Co. Chicago and New York touts No-To-Bac as a magnetic, life enhancing cure for tobacco addiction. It claims easy, permanent quitting with a guaranteed cure and offers a booklet and sample free for 60 cents or one dollar.
Mrs Malinda Doll widow of J H Doll Civil War veteran of the Thirty eighth Regiment O VI has been granted a pension. Hon M M Boothman was her attorney. Dr Wells located in Ney with rooms in Dr N W Hartshorn's house. The New Canning Company elected officers for 1900 and plans building a storage room 28 by 50 by 14 feet this spring.
In Sherwood and nearby areas people use the snow for work and leisure. J H Wendt visited Defiance on Monday. The Woodses spent the weekend in Defiance with Geo Woods’ mother.
Klyde L Keister closed a successful term of school in the Kibble district last Friday. John W Partee purchased 30 acres off the Cory farm. Fred Neaderhauser will teach the spring term in the Kincy district. Isaac Ingle and wife visited the latter's parents last Sunday at Bryan. Obidiah Partee sold his matched team of grey horses to Eastern buyers and bought a fine young team of colts from Abe. Wn. Nell works for A J Carpenter. The small boy skates over crusty snow. Rittenhouse Partee run a chop grinder and shingle mill business with an up to date setup.
Northwestern Ohio wells drilled for gas years ago are being re opened for oil as prices rise. The Van Nette gusher at Tiffin spurs activity with Knox leasing wells like Knight and Stanley sites, preparing to drill deeper and shoot.
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