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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1900
Page
3
Senator Hanna's Ohio Republican speech argues against Bryanism and praises three years of McKinley fiscal policy. It cites net U S trade balance rising to 1.4 billion and declares the nation a creditor, urging voters to avoid change and keep pro prosperity policies.
An old advertisement touts Cassarets as a universal cure from headache to cancer by cleansing the bowels. It claims quick relief with 10 cents to start and warns to beware of imitations.
Jos P Byers secretary of the Ohio State board of charities visited Defiance county infirmary and urged reforms. He noted poor heating and cleanliness, inadequate laundry and water, outdated facilities for epileptics and a need for modern plumbing and a separate laundry building. He commended the Children’s Home condition but called for heating and water upgrades.
A reader testifies Grain-O made from pure grains improves health after a week, claiming coffee replacement benefits. The ad urges purchases from grocers, noting children can drink it and detailing 15¢ and 25¢ price points.
Bill Krotz and Michael Schultz sent a car of stock to Buffalo on Saturday. Kept moving notices mention the shipment alongside other local updates.
The Nickel Plate Road provides special fares to Milwaukee Wisconsin for the Biennial Meeting of the General Federation of Womens clubs. Tickets on sale June 1 to 4 with return by June 11 or by deposit until June 30. Contact FL Twining Festoria Ohio or C A Asterlin Ft Wayne Ind. June 4.
A 19th century advertisement offers Liverita for liver complaints and indigestion. It promotes vegetable pills in 5¢ 10¢ and 25¢ boxes, guarantees satisfaction, warns against substitutions, and lists Nervita Medical Co of Chicago with a local Defiance Ohio dealer E N Lewis.
Judge M Donnelly traveled from Napoleon to hear motions for a new trial in the Edward Johnson case. Defense affidavits were read by K V Haymaker, followed by state counter affidavits by J P Cameron. Juror E Baylis disputed the defense affidavit, saying it misrepresented his statements and that parts were not sworn to.
An advertisement promotes No-To-Bac as a tobacco cure promising ease of quitting nicotine and renewed vigor. It claims to strengthen weak men and offers a booklet and free sample via Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York.
Mrs. Abby Crossland wife of William Crossland of Farmer Center died at her residence at noon Friday aged 67. The funeral will be held Sunday at 10 am in Farmer Center. She was aunt to Will George and Frank Crossland and formerly Abby Thrall from Defiance.
The Methodist General Conference will be held in Chicago from May 2 to May 31. Tickets available from Nickel Plate stations on May 1 2 7 14 and 21 with return by June 1 at one and one third fare for round trip within 200 miles of Chicago. Inquiries to agents or C A Asterlin TPA Ft Wayne Ind.
Jost a 21 year old employee of Fred Meyer in Adams township reportedly died by his own hand Friday afternoon. His team was found in the field with a missing hitching strap and his body was discovered Saturday hanging from a tree in Peter Correseel's woods. Coroner R B Cameron was summoned.
A heavy frost left ice about one eighth of an inch thick. C Schlegel sails to New York Friday and then Germany on May 9 for about three months. Clyde Maxwell bought a horse and will move it to Toledo. Geo Coke and wife welcome a ten pound girl. Grandpa Kuhn proud. Mallett Bros. cite Riverside cemetery monuments and an upcoming sarcophagus monument for Sherwood. American Mfg. Co. seeks agents at 15 dollars weekly plus expenses. M B Gorman freshens Perry street grocery interior and floor space.
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot Ease powder as a cure for smarting feet swelling ingrowing nails and corns. It claims rapid relief and easier shoe fit with a trial package offered free and stamps accepted for mail orders from LeRoy New York.
Tiffin township Sunday school workers met in convention at Evansport United Brethren church on Saturday evening April 29. A large turnout heard talks on participation and speaking skills and pledged support for Sunday school to benefit the neighborhood. James N Rep Logle affirmed the value with a short yes and emphasized continued attendance by all ages. The event featured remarks by Rev. Mills and county secretary and focus on patience and sociability for Sunday school officers.
A fragmented ad-like snippet promotes kidney health remedies from Dr Hobbs. The text mentions a Ppararos fitting, free offer, and a Chicago or N. location, but details are unclear. The item resembles an old health advertisement with uncertain product names.
Defiance county Sunday school convention notes include sessions led by Rev J M Mills and Rev A B Murphy with addresses by President P N Richardson. Reports cite Evansport teachers and a $3.15 county offering. Special notices call May 14 convention in Defiance Baptist church with program details and a county meeting to plan a county convention. West Milford and St Johns School contributions listed. upcoming conventions set for Mark East, Delaware Moats, and Farmer townships.
On May 1 and 16 and June 5 and 19 the C. H. and D. Ry will sell special excursion tickets for home seekers to the west south and northwest. Call nearest C. H. and D. agent for full particulars.
Offer of one cent per mile to Findlay Ohio for the annual Grand Army of the Republic encampment. Depart May 7, 8 and 9 with return valid through May 11. Tickets via agents or C A Asterlin T A Ft Wayne Ind May 9 No 56.
The Nickel Plate spring schedule adds dining and sleeping cars to the Peerless Trio express trains. All trains offer drawing room sleeping cars and up-to-date dining cars on the Chicago to east routes, with no extra fare and the lowest rates. Contact ticket agents or the general passenger agent in Cleveland for space and rates. May 30.
In Chicago on May 5 the Methodist general conference opened its lengthy session amid many memorials and resolutions. Debates focused on curbing alleged mercenary moves by some bishops and committees were formed to probe major church departments. Proposals for reforms in amusements and ministerial time limits were discussed.
President C. G. Wilson and Consolidated Stock Exchange representatives urged the house Ways and Means Committee to repeal the war revenue act tax on stock transactions and exchange. Wilson argued the emergency justifying the act had ended.
Reports from General Otis in Manila dated May 4 describe April enemy captures of artillery rifles and stores, with US losses of 13 enlisted men killed, 3 officers killed, and 24 enlisted men wounded. Filipinos claim early pacification, while insurgent leaders surrender. Also notes foreign firms implicated in munitions trade and Republican convention seating plans in New York.
Dun and Company reports April failure returns show no disaster risk in key sectors. Wool year ends with lower quotations, wool sales small but market unsettled. April breadstuffs exports set records. wheat and corn exports exceed last year as farm movement remains strong. US weekly failures total 209 vs 156 last year, Canada 27 vs 23.
Lancaster Ohio May 5 reports all section hands on the Cincinnati and Muskingum Valley line walked out demanding a raise from 1.10 to 1.40 per day.
An older drug advertisement touts Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a cure for constipation with a 10c or 25c price and a money back guarantee if it fails.
You can prepare sausage and mince meat exactly to your liking with the ENTERPRISE Meat and Food Chopper. Chops meats vegetables and fruits quickly and easily, economizing food time and labor. Smallest size 1.25 dollars at all hardware dealers. Trademark Enterprise is on every machine. Descriptive catalogue free. The Enterprise Mfg. Co. of PA, Philadelphia.
The Ohio State Convention endorses the 1896 St. Louis platform, lauds McKinley’s war and peace record, and pledges continued support for tariff, currency, and expansion policies. It commends the Paris treaty sovereignty over the Philippines, approves $20,000,000 appropriations, and backs George K. Nash for governor. The message also praises Foraker, Hanna, and Ohio Republicans in Congress.
Two daily trains run to Portland Oregon on the Chicago Union Pacific North Western line. The Overland Limited departs 6 30 pm with Pullman sleeping cars tourist cars free reclining chair care buffet library cars and meals in dining car. The Pacific Express departs 10 30 pm with similar equipment. No change of cars and fastest time. Tickets via Chicago North Western Railway or D W Aldridge 284 Superior street Cleveland Ohio. May 26.
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